Sick Visits

When you or your kids aren’t feeling well, and home care isn’t working, you can count on the team at Galaxy Pediatrics for help. At their offices in Red Oak and Plano, Texas, their team offers sick visit appointments for children of all ages. Using some on-site diagnostics, the provider may quickly confirm your child’s condition and customize treatment to help them get better quickly. Schedule a sick visit for your child using the online booking feature or by calling the office today.

When should I schedule a sick visit for my child?

Generally, you should schedule a sick visit with Galaxy Pediatrics when your child has symptoms that aren't getting better with at-home care and last longer than a few days.

If you have a newborn or infant who's ill, it's best to schedule an evaluation as soon as possible.

What are the reasons to schedule a sick visit?

Some of the most common reasons for scheduling a sick visit include:

• Fever
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Infection
• Skin rashes
• Sore throat
• Colds and flu
• Unexplained pain

The Galaxy Pediatrics team can also evaluate cuts and abrasions resulting from accidents, such as falls or sports injuries.

What can my child expect during a sick visit?

The Galaxy Pediatrics discusses the symptoms and reviews your child's medical history information. Based on the symptoms and their severity, they may make a diagnosis after a physical exam or wait for diagnostic testing results to confirm conditions like strep throat or infection.

Your child's provider creates a treatment plan that focuses on resolving symptoms quickly and helping your child feel better. They may recommend over-the-counter or prescription medications and rest for colds and flu. For infections, your child's provider may prescribe a course of antibiotics.

To prevent infection from cuts or skin injuries, the team may apply topical medications and a bandage. If broken or fractured bones are possible, they may refer you to a specialist for additional treatment.

If your child has a family history or other underlying risk factors for chronic diseases, like diabetes, your child's provider may also recommend blood work and other screenings to identify diseases in their earliest stages.

When your child has an existing health condition, they may need more frequent visits to Galaxy Pediatrics so their provider can evaluate their current treatment and the progression of their disease.

To schedule a sick visit for your child, call Galaxy Pediatrics or request an appointment online today.