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 feeling better.
If you have questions about your child’s health or you need to bring your child in for a sick visit, call the office so they can talk about your child’s symptoms and schedule a visit based on their health needs.
Sick Child Visits FAQs
Find answers to commonly asked questions on sick child visits.
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. Our staff will ask a few questions to determine the severity of your child’s symptoms, and then help you decide if you need to be seen by one of our pediatricians. Same day sick visits are available.
What happens during a sick child visit?
The purpose of a sick child visit is to promptly diagnose the issue and initiate treatment to set your child on the path to recovery. During the visit, the doctor will review your child's symptoms and medical history. The appointment will involve a focused physical exam and may also involve laboratory testing. Most of these labs can be completed in our office. However, there may be times when more specialized testing is necessary at an outside facility. Your provider will discuss this with you in detail.
What conditions can a sick child visit address?
Sick visits treat many types of illnesses and injuries 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
- Congestion
- Cough
- Abdominal pain
- Asthma
- Rashes or hives
- Allergic reactions
- Eye discharge
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Minor injuries
When does my child need emergency medical care?
When your child is unwell, it's crucial to know when immediate medical attention is needed. Here are some key symptoms that should prompt you to contact us immediately:
- Fever of 100.4ºF or higher in infants under 2 months old
- Fever paired with a bruising rash, stiff neck or severe headache
- Severe abdominal pain, chest pain or headache
- Injury with limb deformity
- Skin wound that is gaping open, or will not stop bleeding
- Difficulty breathing, that is severe, worsening, or not responding to home treatments (e.g. in patients with Asthma)
- Changes in mental status such as confusion, disorientation, or not making sense
- You feel something is wrong that requires emergency attention. Always listen to your mommy/daddy gut (or spidey senses, if you prefer)!
If you have any questions, call our office immediately so we can direct your child's care.
