Terms of Use
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using DrSymptoms (drsymptoms.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website. These terms apply to all visitors, users, and anyone who accesses or uses the site.
Medical Disclaimer
DrSymptoms provides educational health information only. Our website, including the symptom checker, health calculators, articles, and all other content and tools:
- Does not provide medical diagnoses
- Does not provide treatment recommendations
- Does not constitute professional medical advice
- Is not a substitute for the advice of a qualified healthcare provider
Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnosis, and treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of information you read on DrSymptoms.
Intended Use
DrSymptoms is intended for adults seeking general health information and education. The site is designed to help users understand symptoms, learn about health topics, and make more informed decisions about when to seek professional care.
DrSymptoms is not designed for emergency situations. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 (US) or your local emergency number immediately.
No Doctor-Patient Relationship
Use of DrSymptoms does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and DrSymptoms, its team members, or any associated healthcare professionals. The information provided on this site is general in nature and is not tailored to any individual's specific medical circumstances.
Accuracy of Information
While we strive for accuracy and regularly review our content, health information may change as new research emerges. We cannot guarantee that all information on our site is complete, current, or error-free at all times. Medical knowledge evolves continuously, and there may be delays between new discoveries and our content updates.
User Responsibilities
By using DrSymptoms, you acknowledge and agree that:
- You are responsible for your own health decisions.
- You will not use information from this site as a substitute for professional medical advice.
- You will not delay seeking medical care based on information obtained from this site.
- You will use the site and its tools for informational and educational purposes only.
- You will seek immediate medical attention for any medical emergencies.
- You are responsible for complying with all applicable laws when using this site.
Intellectual Property
All content on DrSymptoms — including text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio, video, software, and the design and arrangement thereof — is the property of DrSymptoms and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or exploit any content from this site without prior written permission from DrSymptoms, except for personal, non-commercial use.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, DrSymptoms and its team members, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:
- Your use of or inability to use the website
- Any health outcomes resulting from the use of information on this site
- Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the content
- Any interruption or cessation of the website's availability
- Any unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
Third-Party Links
DrSymptoms may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of third-party websites, and inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement by DrSymptoms.
Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective when posted on this page with an updated "last updated" date. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Governing Law
These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable law, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from or relating to these terms or your use of DrSymptoms shall be resolved in accordance with applicable legal procedures.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at:
Email: legal@drsymptoms.com
