How your pediatricians in Jefferson City, MO, can help your child heal and feel better
Your child’s health is precious, so it’s important to know when to seek out pediatric care. Dr. Lora Folz and Dr. Hildegard Emslander at JC Peds in Jefferson City, MO, offer a wide variety of pediatric medical services, including sick child visits, to help your child heal and feel better.
So, how do you know when to seek out the services of your pediatrician? You need to schedule a sick child visit if your child has:
A fever, which is:
- Lasting longer than 2 days
- Higher than 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit for children under 2 months
- At least 104 degrees Fahrenheit in older children
Your pediatrician can treat these conditions during a sick child visit:
- Ear infection
- Bacterial and viral infections
- Problems swallowing
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea and constipation
- Headaches and sinus problems
- Allergies and asthma
- Abdominal pain
- Rashes and other skin irritations
- Fractured or broken bones
- Injuries from an accident or sport
During the sick child visit, your pediatrician will record symptoms, measure, and record vital signs, and perform a physical examination. Laboratory testing and x-rays may be recommended, depending on the illness or injury.
Your pediatrician can prescribe any necessary medications to reduce or eliminate:
- Bacteria levels, in case of an infection
- Viral symptoms, in case of a cold or the flu
- Discomfort or pain, in case of an accident, injury, or illness
- Swelling and pressure, in case of an accident, injury, or illness
The goal of a sick child visit is to help your child regain full health as quickly as possible. Subsequent visits may be recommended to monitor healing or level of illness, depending on the condition.
To learn more about when and why you should bring your child in for a sick child visit, call Dr. Lora Folz and Dr. Hildegard Emslander at JC Peds in Jefferson City, MO. You can reach them in the office by calling (573) 606-7337, so call now!