Sick Child Visits

When Your Child is Sick

It’s important to have prompt medical attention to help your child feel better quickly and get them on the road to healing. We understand parents’ worry and offer same-day sick visits to quickly start the treatment your child needs.

If you need to bring your child in our office for a sick visit or if you have questions about your child’s health, call our office so we can hear about your child’s symptoms,  and schedule a visit based on their health care needs. 


The following resources are also available to you.  Open our handbook tab below to find the issue that your child is experiencing or use the symptom checker.  Our health care guidance is found on the AFK Handbook and a general medical library is found on the Symptom Checker.

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Sick Child Visits FAQs

Click below to view the answer to commonly asked questions.

  • What Children's Conditions Can a Sick Visit Treat?

    Sick visits treat many types of injuries and illnesses 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 or strep throat
    • Congestion
    • Coughs
    • Abdominal pain
    • Asthma
    • Rashes or hives
    • Allergic reactions
    • Eye discharge or infection
    • Vomiting and/or diarrhea

    We also treats minor injuries like cuts.

  • When Does My Child Need Immediate Medical Care?

    While all the conditions often treated during a sick visit have the potential to need immediate care, some symptoms are red flags that your child needs quick medical attention.


    Call us immediately for the following symptoms:


    • Fever of 100.4ºF or higher in children younger than one-year-old
    • Fever that lasts longer than three days
    • Unusual symptoms lasting more than three days
    • Persistent pain
    • Widespread rash
    • Fever of 102ºF or higher plus other symptoms in children over one-year-old

    Other symptoms that may appear with a fever that signal a potentially serious problem include a rash, stiff neck, vomiting, and headache.


    When your child is sick, call the office as early in the day as possible so they can schedule a same-day visit if necessary.


    If you have questions about your child’s symptoms or you need to schedule a sick visit, call our office or book an appointment online.