Coronavirus
Get Expert Medical Care For Smooth Recovery From Covid-19
Imagine waking up with a sore throat, fever and chills and you’re worried that you have contracted COVID-19.
And now that you have had your breakfast and it felt tasteless, you tell yourself ‘Is it COVID?’
Take a pause! Don’t worry — our experienced healthcare providers will analyze your symptoms, take a COVID test (if needed), and suggest a suitable treatment to help you smoothly recover from your symptoms. Family Urgent Care is here to provide prompt medical attention to you!
If you need medical attention for your COVID-19 symptoms, you can visit us today in Illinois or Indiana and get reliable and convenient care.
What Are The Symptoms Of Coronavirus?
The most common symptoms of coronavirus are
- Dry cough.
- Shortness of breath.
- Loss of taste or smell.
- Fatigue
- Vomiting
- Headaches
- Fever
- Sore Throat
- Congestion
- Swollen Eyes
How Does The Coronavirus Spread From Person To Person?
COVID-19 can spread from one person to another in many ways, mainly when two people are in contact with each other, even in a conversational state.
When infectious particles pass through the air, you can get infected if you inhale these droplets. Apart from this, you can also get coronavirus from close contact, such as touching and shaking hands with an infected person.
The most common causes of coronavirus are
- Respiratory droplets
- Contaminated surfaces
- Crowded surfaces
- Sharing personal items
- Neglecting hygiene practice
What Treatments Do People Receive If They Have Covid-19?
The treatment strategy for COVID-19 depends on the age of the patient and the severity of the infection. The doctors will recommend an appropriate treatment according to your symptoms and medical history.
If you have mild to moderate symptoms, our doctors can suggest taking over-the-counter medicines, such as ibuprofen and paracetamol, to help you feel better.
However, if you can’t visit our clinic for any reason, you can also book an online video or phone appointment with our doctors and get a treatment plan to recover from the symptoms.
For severe COVID-19 symptoms such as shortness of breath and persistent chest pain, you need to contact an emergency care facility without wasting your time for quick medical attention.
How Can I Manage My Symptoms At Home?
Here are some steps you can take to control your COVID-19 symptoms at home:
- Get proper rest.
- Avoid sharing personal items.
- Clean household surfaces.
- Monitor your symptoms.
- Stay isolated
How Can Family Urgent Care Help You?
Healthcare providers at Family Urgent Care will address all your queries regarding the coronavirus, devise a proper treatment plan, and counsel you on how to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Family Urgent Care offers rapid COVID-19 testing services. So, you can make an appointment or directly walk in if you want to confirm whether it is a simple cold or COVID-19 flu.
If you can’t visit us in person or need a follow-up appointment, you can also contact our healthcare providers through phone or video appointments (via telehealth) and discuss your symptoms without any hassle.
So, do not wait for your symptoms to worsen and contact us right away if you suspect COVID-19 draining your energy!