Sick Child Visits
When Your Child is Sick
It’s important to have prompt medical attention that helps them feel better and gets them on the road to healing. We understand parents’ worries and offer same-day sick visits to quickly start the treatment your child needs.
If you have questions about your child’s health or you need to schedule a sick visit, call the office so we can talk about your child’s symptoms and schedule a visit based on their health needs.
Sick Child Visits FAQs
When can I schedule a sick child visit?
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 can help you decide if you need to come into the office.
What happens during a sick child visit?
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.
What children’s conditions can a sick visit treat?
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:
- Upper respiratory
- Headaches
- Congestion
- Abdominal pain
- Rashes or hives
- Eye discharge or infection
- Earaches
- Sore throat or strep throat
- Coughs
- Asthma
- Allergic reactions
- Vomiting and/or diarrhea
When does my child need immediate medical care?
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:
- Fever of 100.4ºF or higher in children younger than 3 months old
- Fever of 104.0ºF if older than 3 months
- Severe or persistent pain
- Decreased fluid intake and output
- Shortness of breath or increased work of breathing
- Altered mental status
Other symptoms that may appear with a fever that signal a potentially serious problem include a widespread rash, stiff neck, and headache.
If you have questions about your child’s symptoms or you need to schedule a sick visit please call our office.
When your child is sick, we recommend calling the office as early in the day as possible so we can schedule a same-day visit if necessary.
