Illnesses Treated at AFC Urgent Care Downingtown

These are some of the most common illnesses treated at AFC Urgent Care Downingtown. No appointment is needed to be seen by a provider, and we accept most major insurances!

Asthma Treatment – Our providers can help you manage this condition as well as treat severe symptoms when they occur. No appointment is needed!

Bronchitis – When a common cold has developed into a more serious upper respiratory illness, you may have bronchitis. Our urgent care can determine if it is bacterial, viral, or something else so the best treatment can be prescribed.

Cold, Allergy, & Sinusitis – It is not always clear if a head cold is just a minor bug, seasonal allergies, or something more serious like sinusitis. Our providers can help alleviate symptoms and speed up recovery.

Flu Season – Although typically considered to be between October and May, someone can get the flu (or influenza) throughout the year. No appointment is needed to be tested if you have symptoms or help prevent it with a flu shot!

Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease – This common, contagious illness can spread quickly if not identified. Although common for those 5 and under, anyone can become infected.

Lyme Disease Treatment - This tick-born illness is common in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and needs medical treatment, so it does not become worse. Not all rashes will look like a bullseye, so it is best for a medical professional to evaluate any rash.

Pink Eye and Eye Infections – Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, is one of the most common eye infections we treat. This contagious illness needs to be identified and treated to prevent it from spreading to friends, family, and coworkers.

Pneumonia Diagnosis and Treatment – Pneumonia is potentially serious upper respiratory infection that needs to be identified and treated before serious complications occur. Get tested and treated at our urgent care center if your symptoms show signs of this infection.

Poison Ivy - Rashes from poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac are common in summer months, although can occur year-round. While many of these rashes clear up on their own, for widespread rashes or rashes near sensitive parts of the body, come and get evaluated by our providers.

Rash Treatment - If there is an unusual rash that will not go away or is spreading, a visit to a urgent care center is often needed. A rash could be something simple or a symptom of a more serious problem.

Ringworm Treatment – Although not caused by a worm or parasite, this bacterial skin infection can spread if not treated and it can be mistaken for other illnesses. Get evaluated and the treatment you need to feel better.

RSV Testing & Treatment - Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common upper respiratory illness that presents cold like symptoms. While common with children, adults can become infected and complications like pneumonia are possible.

Sore Throat Treatment – A sore throat is a common symptom of many different illnesses or infections and can also be caused by environmental factors. If a sore throat hasn’t cleared up after a few days, come and get checked out by our providers.

Strep Throat – Strep throat is a bacterial or viral infection that occurs in the throat. Generally, medical intervention is needed to speed up recovery or lessen the severity of the symptoms. Our lab has a rapid test for strep throat infections.

Urinary Tract Infection - UTIs can be a reoccurring issue with patients. Our onsite lab can test for urinary tract infections and determine the best treatment plan to help you feel better.