Family doctors are close to non-existent in China. As a result, hospitals are the most natural place to turn to for medical treatment. Both general medical practitioners and specialists are available here. Payment for medical services is, except in case of emergency, made before they are provided.
Private clinics for foreigners have opened in all major cities in China. These comply with all western standards for equipment and personnel, and the staff speak good English. The bills are, understandably, significantly bigger here than in public hospitals.
I need to see a dentist.
Can you recommend a good dentist to me?
I don't feel well.
I have a pain here.
I have a pain in my side.
Will you dress this injury?
What can I do to help?
I fell down.
I twisted my ankle.
Something has got into my eye.
I burned myself.
Please take me to a hospital.
I have a severe cough.
I have a sore throat.
I have no appetite.
I have a stomach ache.
I have an upset stomach.
I feel dizzy.
I feel sick.
I feel feverish.
I feel much better.
I feel chilly.
I have severe back pains.
I think I am having a heart attack.
I am diabetic.
Do you have any medicines for this?
What is wrong with me?
Is it anything serious?
Would you inform my family,please.
Can I have a sedative,please?
I am extremely thirsty.Please fetch me a glass of water.
Will I be confined to the hospital?
Will I have to rest for a few days?
Do I have to come to see you again?
May I continue my trip?
The national alarm number in China is 120 and calls are taken in Chinese only. Ambulances arrive at the site of an accident in a couple of minutes, provided the traffic situation allows them.
Depending on the situation, it is sometimes faster to take a taxi to the closest hospital. |
