RSV Testing at AFC Urgent Care Centennial

RSV Diagnosis and Treatment in Centennial, CO

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that affects nearly all children. RSV causes infection of the lungs and breathing passages. The symptoms of RSV are similar to a cold, such as congestion, mild headache, and cough. The severity of symptoms depends on multiple factors, including age and medical history.

Most people that develop an RSV infection will experience mild to moderate symptoms that can be treated at our walk-in clinic. AFC Urgent Care Centennial specializes in pediatric urgent care for children aged two and older. Our urgent care center is able to diagnose RSV using RSV Abbott ID NOW tests. The team of medical providers at AFC Centennial can examine symptoms and help families plan proper treatment, with no appointment necessary.

RSV Symptoms Treated at AFC Centennial

At AFC Urgent Care Centennial, we encourage each patient to be aware of the symptoms that indicate an RSV infection– especially in younger children. Most people who get an RSV infection will have mild illness and experience cold-like symptoms. Some groups of people, like young children and older adults, are more likely to develop severe RSV infections– including bronchiolitis and pneumonia.

Some of the most common signs we see for RSV infections are:

• Headache
• Congestion
• Stuffy / Runny nose
• Low-grade fever
• Cough
• Sore throat
• Earaches
• Reduced appetite

We can diagnose RSV infections and offer treatment for mild cases for patients aged two and older. To best prevent RSV complications, visit the walk-in clinic at AFC Centennial for professional testing and medical care.

Diagnosis and Treatment of RSV

The symptoms of mild RSV infections are similar to the common cold, so it can be difficult to distinguish the virus without a proper test. AFC Urgent Care Centennial can provide molecular point of care 15-min RSV Abbott ID NOW tests. Our center is equipped with labs on-site, allowing for patients to be in and out of the clinic in a timely manner. RSV Abbott ID NOW tests can quickly and accurately determine if you or your child have an RSV infection.

A proper diagnosis is the first step toward a fast recovery. Our medical providers can treat mild to moderate cases of RSV. We recommend hydration, rest and over-the-counter pain or fever reducers to help alleviate symptoms. If there’s a bacterial complication, such as bacterial pneumonia or an ear infection, we may prescribe antibiotics. However, please note that severe RSV infections, or infections in high-risk groups (children under two years old and people with underlying health conditions) may need to be treated with your primary care physician. Whatever the case may be, the team at AFC Centennial can help answer any question and refer you to the best specialist for care.

Contact AFC Urgent Care Centennial for RSV Testing

If you or your loved ones are experiencing RSV symptoms, visit AFC Urgent Care Centennial for quality medical care. Together, we can develop the most effective treatment plan for your illness. The clinic is open seven days a week, with walk-in visits always welcomed and most major insurance carriers accepted. Low-cost treatment is available for self-paying patients. For more information about RSV treatment, or other urgent care services we provide, call us directly at (303) 220-9168.