Seasonal Allergies, Colds & Sinusitis Treatment in South Philly, PA

When you come down with a cold it may seem like a very minor inconvenience. In most cases a cold can be handled at home with over the counter medicine and you’ll feel better after a few days. However, common cold symptoms, including a stuffy nose, can be deceptive. These could be indications of a much more severe infection or illness.

At AFC Urgent Care South Philly, our board certified doctors are experienced in diagnosing different ailments and illnesses. If you suspect you have a more serious infection, they’ll be able to confirm it for you and prescribe the proper treatment. It’s very important to get a accurate diagnosis. Treatment for a bacterial infection will not be very effective for a viral infection, and vice versa.

Just what is causing your symptoms?

The first step to an effective treatment is the diagnosis. Is it allergies, a cold, sinusitis? We’ve broken down the three likely causes to your symptoms.

Colds

The most common indication that you have a cold is a sore throat, a fever, and your body will ache. Fortunately you can wait out a cold and it will be out of your body after a few days. If a cold is particularly stubborn and just won’t go away, additional medication may be needed.  This will lessen the severity of your symptoms and speed up your recovery. Our providers can determine if you require some extra help to kick your cold. One of the best ways to get rid of a bad cold or flu is not to get it in the first place! AFC Urgent Care South Philly has flu shots available to give you added protection during Flu Season. Flu shots are covered by most major insurances.

Allergies

Itchy, watery eyes points to allergies rather than a cold. This can be triggered when you are exposed to a specific allergen. Whatever this may be can quickly cause your symptoms to manifest. Allergies tend to be best managed by avoiding whatever triggers them, if possible. Severe allergies may require some over the counter medication or even prescription strength to lessen symptoms.

Sinusitis

If you find your symptoms are focused on the nasal area, sinusitis might be the culprit. Symptoms of this illness include a painful and swollen feeling that radiates from your cheeks up to your forehead. You will find your nose to be incredibly stuffy. Unfortunately, you may also discover colored mucus and suffer a sore throat. These symptoms are incredibly uncomfortable and may last for as long as 4 weeks. Stop by AFC Urgent Care South Philly so our physicians can properly diagnose you.

Ear wax build up can be another issue that appears with cold symptoms. Occurring over a period of time, this can end up being a very painful problem. Do not try to clear out accumulated ear wax, especially if it becomes hardened inside of your ear. You could end up injuring yourself and cause various hearing problems. One of our highly-experienced doctors can clean out the ear wax and flush it out safely.

Regardless if you have a cold, allergy, or sinusitis, we are ready to help you here at AFC Urgent Care South Philly. Our physicians will be able to diagnose and treat your symptoms to get you back onto the road to recovery as soon as possible. No appointment is necessary to see our doctors or access our services. We look forward to serving you soon!