Summer Illnesses: When to Treat at Home and When to Visit WestsideMed
Common Summer Health Problems We Treat
Dehydration & Heat Exhaustion
Georgia summers can be dangerously hot with the heat advisories we are already experiencing. Spending too much time outdoors without enough fluids can quickly lead to dehydration or heat exhaustion.
Common symptoms include:
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Muscle cramps
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Rapid heartbeat
Our providers can evaluate your symptoms and, if needed, provide IV hydration therapy to help you recover faster.
Sunburns and Heat Rash
Too much sun exposure doesn't just cause discomfort, it can increase your risk for infection and dehydration.
Visit WestsideMed if you have:
- Severe blistering
- Fever with sunburn
- Signs of infection
- Pain that isn't improving
Insect Bites and Tick Bites
Mosquitoes, bees, wasps, spiders, ticks, and fire ants are everywhere during the summer.
We evaluate and treat:
- Allergic reactions
- Infected bites
- Tick bites
- Swelling and skin infections
- Cellulitis
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak & Skin Rashes
Outdoor adventures often lead to itchy skin rashes.
Our team can quickly diagnose and treat:
- Poison ivy
- Poison oak
- Poison sumac
- Contact dermatitis
- Allergic skin reactions
Cuts, Scrapes & Minor Injuries
Summer activities mean more bike accidents, falls, playground injuries, and sports injuries.
WestsideMed offers:
- Stitches
- Wound care
- Splinting
- X-rays
- Tetanus vaccines when appropriate
Ear Infections & Swimmer's Ear
Swimming is one of summer's favorite activities—but it also increases the risk of painful ear infections.
Symptoms include:
- Ear pain
- Drainage
- Difficulty hearing
- Swelling
Early treatment helps prevent complications.
Food Poisoning & Stomach Illness
Cookouts, picnics, vacations, and travel can increase exposure to foodborne illnesses.
We treat:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Dehydration
- Stomach pain
If needed, we can provide IV fluids and medications to help you recover faster.
Asthma Flare-Ups
Heat, humidity, pollen, and poor air quality can trigger asthma attacks.
Our providers offer:
- Breathing treatments
- Asthma evaluations
- Inhaler refills
- Treatment plans
More Than Urgent Care
Many people don't realize WestsideMed offers much more than treatment for illnesses and injuries.
Our services include:
Primary Care
- Annual wellness exams
- Chronic disease management
- Diabetes care
- High blood pressure treatment
- Women's health
- Men's health
Occupational Medicine
- DOT Physicals
- Employment Physicals
- Drug Screens
- Workers' Compensation Evaluations
Sports & Camp Physicals
Summer is the perfect time to complete:
- School physicals
- Sports physicals
- College physicals
- Camp physicals
Avoid the last-minute rush before school starts.
Vaccinations
Planning a vacation or preparing for school?
We provide many routine vaccinations to help keep your family protected.
STD Testing
Summer travel often means new relationships. We offer confidential STD testing and treatment with fast, compassionate care.
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