Go through these in order and stop at the first one that applies. If you are reading this for someone else, answer for them.
1
Is any of this happening now?
Call 911
Call emergency services for a serious injury, an open fracture, a limb that becomes pale or cold, sudden loss of vision, or new weakness with loss of bladder or bowel control.
Other emergency signs, for anyone
Someone who is struggling to breathe, gasping, choking, or cannot get words out
Someone who has chest pain, tightness or pressure lasting more than a few minutes
Someone who has sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face or body, slurred speech, or sudden confusion
Someone who is unconscious, or cannot be woken
Someone who is bleeding heavily and it will not stop with firm pressure
Someone who has had a seizure that will not stop, or does not wake up afterwards
Someone who has lips or skin that look pale, blue, grey or blotchy
Someone who you believe has taken an overdose or swallowed something poisonous
2
Is any of this happening?
Be seen today
Seek urgent medical assessment for:
Sudden severe bone pain, swelling, or inability to bear weight
A visible new deformity after a fall or injury
New double vision, reduced vision, or rapidly changing eyesight
New weakness, numbness, loss of balance, or severe nerve-like pain
A rapidly enlarging or unusually painful area of bone
3
Does any of this apply?
Book an appointment
Arrange a routine appointment if you develop ongoing bone pain, a new lump or change in bone shape, a limp, repeated fractures, hearing changes, or dental problems near an affected facial bone.
If you already have fibrous dysplasia, report pain that is becoming more frequent or limiting normal activity.
Routine follow-up is appropriate for stable symptoms and planned monitoring.
Sudden fracture signs, major neurological symptoms, or abrupt visual loss are not routine concerns.
Every sign above is quoted from the sofidex article on Fibrous dysplasia. If you are not sure, err upward — it is always reasonable to be checked.