Acute Diseases

Acute Diseases services offered in Winchester, TN

Symptoms of acute diseases can sneak up on you, suddenly making you feel unwell. At Restoration Primary Care PLLC, comprehensive care is available for adolescents and adults with acute diseases like the flu, colds, or strep throat. Shannon Foster, MD, and Sean Foster, PA, take an integrative, whole-person approach to care and can recommend the treatments you need to quickly and efficiently recover from the disease. Call the Winchester, Tennessee, office to schedule an evaluation for symptoms of acute diseases or book a consultation online.

What are acute diseases?

Acute diseases are ailments that develop suddenly and last a few days or weeks. These conditions can be caused by bacteria or viruses that spread from person to person through the air or physical contact with a sick person. Some of these illnesses can be caught by touching contaminated surfaces.

Restoration Primary Care PLLC, offers personalized medical care to adults and adolescents who need help managing symptoms of acute diseases. Flexible scheduling for in-person and telehealth visits is available to meet your urgent care needs.

The providers use the latest diagnostic tests to confirm the presence of infections and other acute diseases and create a care plan to help you feel better. They also offer urgent care services to treat minor injuries like cuts, abrasions, and burns.

When should I seek medical attention for acute diseases?

Some acute diseases like the common cold or flu will go away on their own with rest and at-home treatments. However, some conditions can get worse without medical care, especially in people with weak immune systems and chronic health problems.

Schedule a sick visit at Restoration Primary Care PLLC, if your symptoms last longer than a week and you aren’t responding to over-the-counter (OTC) medicines and lifestyle changes. These symptoms can include:

Pain
High fever
Sore throat
Persistent cough
Diarrhea or constipation
Stomach upset or nausea

You might also need to schedule an appointment for yourself or your child for open wounds that bleed heavily or appear to be infected.

What can I expect during a sick visit for acute diseases?

Restoration Primary Care PLLC, offers in-house testing, including bloodwork, flu tests, and throat cultures to confirm a diagnosis. The providers also review your medical history and complete a physical exam.

You might need prescription medication to ease pain or clear an infection. The providers can also recommend self-care methods to manage symptoms at home and prevent the illness from getting worse.

If you have cuts or abrasions, the providers clean the wound and apply clean dressings. They can also stitch the wound closed and prescribe antibiotics to prevent infection.

Follow-up visits could be necessary to ensure you’re recovering well. Your provider also provides educational resources you can use to lower your risk of further illness.

Call Restoration Primary Care PLLC today to schedule a sick visit for symptoms of acute diseases or book a consultation online.