When to Bring Your Child to a Pediatric Urgent Care?
As parents, you're experts at knowing when your Child isn't quite themselves. But sometimes, it can be tricky to determine the best course of action when illness or injury strikes. Pediatric urgent care bridges the gap between your Pediatrician's office and the emergency room. It's the right choice for situations that need prompt attention but aren't life-threatening emergencies. Here are some instances when Pediatric Urgent Care is appropriate: - Fever: Infants <3mo (if pediatrician unavailable), older kids 102F (with symptoms), fever lasting days.
- Infections: Significant ear pain, severe sore throat (swallowing issues), painful urination (possible UTI), spreading/painful skin issues.
- Respiratory (mild-moderate): Persistent cough/wheezing (breathing okay), asthma not improving at home, croupy cough (breathing okay).
- Injuries (minor): Painful sprains/strains (some weight-bearing), minor cuts needing stitches (not heavy bleeding), possible simple fractures (no major deformity), non-urgent sports injuries.
- GI: Persistent vomiting/diarrhea (no severe dehydration signs), moderate belly pain.
- Other: Headache with fever/vomiting, allergic reaction (hives/itching, no breathing issues/swelling), non-improving eye issues.
