RSV

RSV Testing and Treatment at AFC Urgent Care Suffolk

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common respiratory infection that can affect people of all ages, though it’s especially prevalent in infants and young children. At AFC Urgent Care Suffolk, we provide on-site testing and treatment to quickly diagnose and manage symptoms so you and your family can quickly get the care you need.

What Is RSV?

Respiratory Syncytial Virus is a contagious virus that infects the respiratory tract. It often causes symptoms similar to the common cold, such as coughing and a runny nose, but can sometimes lead to more serious illness, especially in infants, older adults and patients with weakened immune systems. While many infections resolve within one to two weeks, RSV can lead to complications like bronchiolitis and pneumonia in higher-risk patients.

Common Symptoms of RSV

Symptoms can vary depending on age. In general, signs may include:

• Runny or stuffy nose
• Cough and sore throat
• Fever or irritability
• Decreased appetite
• Wheezing or trouble breathing in severe cases

In babies, symptoms may start like a mild cold but can progress to difficulty breathing, poor feeding and dehydration. If your child develops labored breathing or if their skin becomes bluish, seek care immediately.

RSV Testing at AFC Urgent Care Suffolk

At AFC Urgent Care Suffolk, we offer rapid, on-site testing to determine if RSV is the cause of your respiratory symptoms. The test involves a simple nasal swab, which helps our clinicians accurately detect the presence of the virus. This helps differentiate the infection from other respiratory viruses with similar symptoms such as the flu or COVID-19.

Testing is particularly helpful for young children, those with underlying health conditions or older adults.

When To Visit Urgent Care 

Many cases of RSV result in mild symptoms that may be managed at home with rest and hydration. However, you should visit AFC Urgent Care Suffolk for:

• Symptoms that don’t improve or get worse after a few days
• Difficulty breathing
• Dehydration
• Fever
• Wheezing or blue lips or skin

Urgent care is an excellent choice for non-life-threatening respiratory symptoms that need prompt attention but don’t require an emergency room visit. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Suffolk is experienced in evaluating and treating RSV as well as ruling out other causes of respiratory illness.

If your symptoms are life-threatening, call 911 or go directly to the nearest emergency department. Otherwise, our clinicians are happy to treat you.

Treatment and Care Options

There is no medication that patients can take for RSV. Treatment generally focuses on supportive care to relieve symptoms and help your body fight the virus. Other recommendations may include:

• Drinking plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration
• Taking pain relief and fever reducing medication
• Resting
• Monitoring breathing and oxygen levels (for high-risk patients)

Infants, older adults or patients with serious underlying health conditions may need additional monitoring or advanced care depending on the severity of their symptoms.

Why Choose AFC Urgent Care Suffolk

At AFC Urgent Care Suffolk, we understand how scary RSV symptoms can be for families. We are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to help you and your loved ones feel better and recover quickly. Our clinic offers the following:

• Walk-in and same-day appointments
• Rapid, on-site testing
• Experienced medical professionals
• Care for all ages, from infants to seniors

Get RSV Care Today at AFC Urgent Care Suffolk

If you or your child are experiencing symptoms of RSV, don’t wait to be seen. AFC Urgent Care Suffolk offers fast, reliable testing and compassionate care to help you feel better as quickly as possible. Our walk-in urgent care clinic is open with extended hours, making it easy to get medical attention when you need it most.
No appointment is necessary—just walk in or check in online to save time.