WHEN TO CALL THE DOCTOR?
FEVER
Has signs of dehydration, such as a dry mouth, sunken soft spot or significantly fewer wet diapers and is not able to take in fluids
Is younger than 3 months (12 weeks) and has a temperature of 100.4°F (38.0°C) or higher
Fever rises above 104°F (40°C) repeatedly for a child of any age
Your child still "acts sick" once his fever is brought down.
Your child seems to be getting worse.
The fever persists for more than 24 hours in a child younger than 2 years.
The fever persists for more than 3 days (72 hours) in a child 2 years of age or older.
ASTHMA
Wheezing
Shortness of breath
Nocturnal cough >2 nights per week
Using Albuterol >3 times per week (besides exercise)
Concerns of asthma not being controlled
CAN I GET A SAME-DAY APPOINTMENT?
We strive to see our patients the same day as an acute illness, please call for availability.
CHECK YOUR SYMPTOMS
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