With flu season upon us, understanding flu symptoms and taking preventative measures to avoid the flu are the priority. The flu is extremely contagious, and while you cannot treat it directly with medications, identifying the symptoms early will allow you to self-isolate and prevent spreading the virus to others. Keep reading to learn about early warning signs of the flu this flu season.
If you’re feeling sick and think you could have the flu, or you just need rapid symptom relief, walk into AFC Urgent Care North Bergen. Our walk-in urgent care clinic in North Bergen, NJ is open 7 days a week to provide rapid same-day care for illness symptoms. Our clinic also offers flu shots on a walk-in basis. We accept walk-in patients daily, and have short wait times. Walk in today for rapid care, or schedule your visit in advance below.
Early Flu Symptoms
Flu symptoms usually begin as mild illness symptoms. Early flu symptoms can be confused with cold symptoms, so it is important to closely monitor any illness symptoms you’re experiencing to ensure that you’re not developing a case of the flu. Common early flu symptoms include:
- Sore throat
- Post-nasal drip
- Runny nose
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Body aches
- Congestion
- Cough
Flu symptoms may start out mild, but they can quickly become severe and cause symptoms like a fever, extreme fatigue, loss of appetite, chills and more.
Treatment Options for the Flu
The flu is a viral infection, meaning that there is no medication readily available to treat it. Instead, your immune system will fight off the infection on its own with time. However, flu symptoms can be severe, so understanding how to properly manage your symptoms at home is essential. Getting plenty of rest and staying hydrated are essential to support your immune system. OTC medications can be helpful for managing symptoms including fever reducers, decongestants, and sore throat lozenges. Speak to your medical provider regarding treatments for your specific symptoms. Getting your annual flu shot can prevent cases of the flu, and prevent severe symptoms from occurring, so always be sure to get vaccinated against the flu.
What Should You Do if You Think You Have the Flu?
If you think you are developing flu symptoms, it is important to stay home and self-isolate so that you don’t get anyone else sick. Flu symptoms are highly contagious. Seeking medical care is essential so that you can confirm the underlying cause of your symptoms. Many different illnesses can lead to flu-like symptoms, so a medical diagnosis will ensure you’re accurately treating your symptoms.
Walk Into AFC North Bergen for Same-Day Flu Symptom Diagnosis & Treatment
The flu can cause severe illness, even for healthy adults. The best way to prevent the flu is to get your annual flu vaccination. If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, you should self-isolate and seek medical care for symptom diagnosis. Seeking medical care early will ensure you accurately diagnose your symptoms so that you can treat them correctly.
At AFC Urgent Care North Bergen, we offer same-day flu shots for patients of all ages, as well as flu diagnosis and symptom relief. We have a laboratory on-site for same-day illness symptom diagnosis and treatment. Our clinic offers affordable rates for patients paying out-of-pocket for their care, and we work with most medical insurance providers. Walk in the clinic today for same-day care!
