Sick Child
How Sick Child Visits Can Help Your Child
Illnesses and injuries don’t follow a schedule. You never know when they may affect your child. Sick child visits can be scheduled when your child needs them, even on the same day.
Conditions Treated by Your Pediatrician During a Sick Child Visit
Your pediatrician can treat symptoms related to both acute and chronic medical conditions affecting your child. Some of the medical conditions treated during a sick child visit include:
Asthma
- Constipation
- Fever
- Cold
- Flu
- Croup
- Sore throat
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
When Your Child Should Come in for a Sick Child Visit
You should schedule a sick child visit if your child is experiencing signs of a viral or bacterial infection, which include:
- A fever which has lasted longer than 2 days
- A fever that is higher than 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit if your child is under 2 months old
- A fever that Is at least 104 degrees Fahrenheit if your child is older
Other signs and symptoms that need to be seen by a pediatrician at a sick visit appointment include if your child has the following:
- Difficulty swallowing
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea and constipation
- Headaches and sinus problems
- Allergies or asthma
- Abdominal pain
- Rashes and other skin irritations
- Fractured or broken bones
- Injuries from an accident or sport
What to Expect During a Sick Child Visit
A same-day sick child visit is thorough, with several important steps. During a sick child visit, your pediatrician will:
- Record your child’s symptoms and health history
- Perform a complete physical examination
- Measure and record your child’s vital signs
- Order laboratory testing if necessary
- Order imaging studies if necessary
Treatments Available During a Sick Child Visit
Depending on the illness or injury, your pediatrician may prescribe medications, including:
- Antibiotics, to eliminate bacteria causing the infection
- Antivirals, to kill the virus causing illness
- Anti-inflammatory medication to reduce swelling
- Pain medication to make your child more comfortable
- Specialized medications to treat asthma, allergies, and other conditions
Your pediatrician will also provide care to help your child heal from an injury, which may include applying topical medications and bandaging to help the injury heal.
Want To Know More About Sick Child Visits?
To learn more about sick child visits and when to bring your child to see the pediatrician, call Drs. Theresa Rinker, Amanda Zinger, and Alex Flanagan at Health Care for Children in Kansas City, MO. You can reach them in the office by calling (816) 792-1170, so call today.
