SICK CHILD VISITS

If you’re ever in doubt about whether your child needs a sick visit, call our office. The friendly staff asks a few questions to determine the severity of your child’s symptoms, and then help you decide if you need to come into the office.

You can schedule same-day sick visits any time the office is open.

The goal of a sick child visit is to quickly diagnose the problem and start treatment that will help your child feel more comfortable. In addition to reviewing your child’s symptoms and medical history, a sick visit may include blood tests, a urine test, and a physical exam that includes checking your child’s heart, neck, throat, and ears.

Sick visits treat many types of injuries and illnesses that need same-day or next-day medical care. Children’s symptoms can change quickly, so don’t hesitate to call if your child’s symptoms get worse.

The following are some of the most common conditions treated during sick visits:

* Flu Upper respiratory infections

* Earaches 

* Headaches

* Sore throat or strep throat

* Congestion

* Coughs

* Abdominal pain

* Asthma

* Rashes or hives

* Allergic reactions

* Eye discharge or infection

* Vomiting and/or diarrhea

We also treats minor injuries like cuts.

While all the conditions often treated during a sick visit have the potential to need immediate care, some symptoms are red flags that your child needs quick medical attention.

Call us immediately for the following symptoms:

1. Fever that lasts longer than three days

2. Unusual symptoms lasting more than three days

3. Persistent pain

4. Widespread rash 

5. Fever of 100.4 or higher in a baby under 3 months of age

Other symptoms that may appear with a fever that signal a potentially serious problem include a rash, stiff neck, vomiting, and headache.

When your child is sick, call the office as early in the day as possible so they can schedule a same-day visit if necessary.

If you have questions about your child’s symptoms or you need to schedule a sick visit, call our office.