Sick Child Visits

When Your Child is Sick

The staff and Providers at Dahlonega Pediatrics are committed to seeing your sick child as soon as possible (as indicated) for her illness and therefore hold appointments open on a daily basis to accommodate you to the best of our ability.

Please know that we always strive to stay on time; however, in the height of flu season we may run a bit behind as we attempt to take care of all of the sick kids that need to be seen. To this end, if you would like us to see more than one child, please schedule both of them when you make your appointment.

Without an appointment, we may not be able to see a sick sibling right away, and you may be asked to wait while the provider sees a scheduled patient who may be waiting.

Sick Child Visits FAQs

Click below to view the answer to commonly asked questions.

  • When Can I Schedule a Sick Visit?
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  • What Happens During a Sick Child Visit?
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  • What Children's Conditions Can a Sick Visit Treat?

    Sick visits treat many types of injuries and illnesses that need same-day or next-day medical care. Children’s symptoms can change quickly, so don’t hesitate to call if your child’s symptoms get worse.


    The following are some of the most common conditions treated during sick visits:


    • Flu Upper respiratory infections
    • Earaches Headaches
    • Sore throat or strep throat
    • Congestion
    • Coughs
    • Abdominal pain
    • Asthma
    • Rashes or hives
    • Allergic reactions
    • Eye discharge or infection
    • Vomiting and/or diarrhea

    We also treats minor injuries like cuts.

  • When Does My Child Need Immediate Medical Care?

    While all the conditions often treated during a sick visit have the potential to need immediate care, some symptoms are red flags that your child needs quick medical attention.


    Call us immediately for the following symptoms:


    • Fever of 100.4ºF or higher in children younger than one-year-old
    • Fever that lasts longer than three days
    • Unusual symptoms lasting more than three days
    • Persistent pain
    • Widespread rash
    • Fever of 102ºF or higher plus other symptoms in children over one-year-old

    Other symptoms that may appear with a fever that signal a potentially serious problem include a rash, stiff neck, vomiting, and headache.


    When your child is sick, call the office as early in the day as possible so they can schedule a same-day visit if necessary.


    If you have questions about your child’s symptoms or you need to schedule a sick visit, call our office or book an appointment online.