During the colder winter months, illnesses tend to circulate more frequently. This includes an increased number of respiratory illness cases. In most cases, respiratory illnesses are relatively harmless and resolve on their own. However, in more serious cases or for individuals with underlying health conditions, respiratory illnesses pose a serious risk. Learn about respiratory illnesses, their causes and symptoms as well as how to treat them. Visit AFC Urgent Care Lyndhurst for same-day illness diagnosis and treatment.
What Is a Respiratory Infection?
Respiratory infections target your respiratory system. This can include your lungs, sinuses, throat, or airway. They are relatively common illnesses that usually resolve on their own. Respiratory illnesses can be caused by a viral or bacterial infection. The symptoms and treatment required differ greatly depending on the cause of the infection.
Common symptoms include:
- Coughing (dry or productive)
- Wheezing
- Shortness of breath
- Congestion
- Runny nose
- Sore throat
- Fever
Although respiratory tract infections are usually mild, you should seek immediate medical care if you experience severe symptoms or have an underlying health condition that may make you vulnerable to a more severe infection.
Respiratory Infection Diagnosis & Treatment at Urgent Care
If you’re experiencing symptoms of a respiratory infection, it is important to seek early medical attention. To understand your illness better, your medical provider will conduct a thorough physical exam. Once they suspect a respiratory infection, your medical provider will test for specific illnesses to pinpoint exactly what is causing your symptoms so that an accurate treatment plan can be created. Without a formal medical diagnosis, it is nearly impossible to determine what is causing your symptoms which can delay your recovery.
Medical diagnosis can pinpoint what exactly is causing your infection which can impact how you treat your illness. Viral infections require symptom management while your body fights off the infection on its own, while bacterial infections require prescription antibiotics to clear the infection in most cases.
Visit AFC Urgent Care Lyndhurst for Walk-In Respiratory Infection Treatment
If you’re experiencing the symptoms of a respiratory tract infection, AFC Urgent Care Lyndhurst is here to help. Our walk-in clinic is available 7 days a week with extended hours of operation so that you can get the care that you need when you need it. Our medical providers are board-certified and able to diagnose and treat a wide variety of common illnesses. Simply walk into our clinic, or schedule an appointment online today.
Seeking early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent your illness from getting worse. At AFC Urgent Care Lyndhurst, our facility is equipped with an on-site laboratory which allows our medical providers to quickly and accurately diagnose and treat your illness. We offer short wait times and affordable care options. Simply walk in today. For additional questions regarding our services, please contact us directly by calling 201-494-2516.
