SICK VISITS
Care When You Need It Most
Being sick can be a stressful experience. When you are feeling under the weather, you want a physician you can trust to swiftly diagnose and treat your condition, so you can get back to doing the things that you love. Dr. Debralee Frederick and the Hibiscus Medical team in Washington, D.C. is proud to offer same-day sick visits for a variety of acute conditions!
Acute Illnesses We Treat
Most acute illnesses develop quickly, with the body displaying symptoms just days after the initial exposure. Examples of acute illnesses include:
Common cold
Flu
Strep throat
Sinus infection
Upper respiratory infection
Bronchitis
A gastrointestinal illness (often called “stomach flu”)
Acute illnesses are usually easy to treat, and with medication and/or symptom management, go away after a couple of weeks. During your sick visits with Dr. Frederick, she will have you describe your symptoms, check your vital signs (body temperature, blood pressure, etc.) and if necessary, run a few, simple tests in order to diagnose your condition. Once diagnosed, Dr. Frederick will prescribe any necessary medications and advise you on how to best manage your symptoms for a quick and comfortable recovery.
Symptoms of
Acute Illnesses
Symptoms of acute illnesses vary based on the illness type; however, there are a few common signs and symptoms to look out for. These symptoms include:
Body aches
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Headache
Burning with urination
Chest pain
Fever
Chills
Sore throat
Congestion
Runny nose
Cough
Because symptoms can vary based on severity and acute illness type, it is best to be evaluated by Dr. Frederick and the Hibiscus Medical team to best understand your illness and treatment options.
Managing Symptoms of Acute Illnesses
Many acute illnesses require medication to treat, while others will go away on their own after a couple of weeks. Regardless of the illness type, there are some steps you can take to manage your symptoms and make yourself more comfortable during the healing process. These steps include:
If you are taking medications as directed and using the above methods to manage your symptoms and are still not feeling any better, call the Hibiscus Medical team in Washington, D.C. at 202-350-1546 or schedule an appointment on our website. This can be a sign of a secondary infection stemming from your initial acute illness, such as pneumonia, an ear infection or bronchitis, and may require further medication or treatment.
Minor Injury Care
In addition to treatment for acute illness, Hibiscus Medical in Washington, D.C. is proud to offer minor injury care! Dr. Frederick is equipped to treat sprains, back and neck pain, joint pain, scratches and more when you need it most. If you are unsure whether or not your minor injury requires treatment, call us at 202-350-1546 and a member of our team can provide you with their recommendation for the next steps.
