When you think you have the flu, strep, RSV, or even COVID, you want to know for sure…and right away.
Testing can help you understand what may be causing your symptoms and what next steps may be appropriate.
The problem is, these infections all share common symptoms. It can be tough to figure out what you have specifically, especially early. Same-day testing in Cary, NC can help you get clearer answers.
Here’s what you need to know about urgent care testing and when it’s the right call.
Why Same-Day Testing May Be Helpful
Many respiratory symptoms can overlap, especially early on.
Testing helps narrow down what’s causing your illness so your urgent care provider can review your symptoms and more accurately guide your care.
Flu Testing in Cary, NC
The flu is never welcome and never convenient. Flu symptoms like fever, body aches, coughing, chills, and a sore throat can put you under the weather quickly and keep you there for a while if you don’t get started right away on treatment.
That’s why same-day flu testing is important, and you can find it at MainStreet.
COVID Testing in Cary, NC
If you feel like you’ve come down with the flu, you may have actually come down with COVID instead. That’s because while COVID symptoms aren’t always the same from case to case, they typically resemble symptoms from the flu and other respiratory conditions.
Common culprits include fever, coughing, fatigue, and nasal/chest congestion, especially if you’ve been recently exposed to COVID.
That’s why we offer COVID testing: testing can help narrow down what may be causing your symptoms. If you have any serious or severe symptoms, like difficulty breathing, chest pain, dizziness or confusion, go to the emergency room or call 9-1-1 right away.
Strep Testing in Cary, NC
Have a sore throat? You could have strep, especially if you notice any of the following:
- Sudden sore throat
- Pain when swallowing
- Fever
- Swollen glands
- Headache
- Stomach pain
All are particularly important if you’ve been recently exposed to someone with strep throat. If you’re unsure, it never hurts to get it checked out. Strep testing at our clinic can help you narrow down what’s causing your symptoms.
RSV Testing in Cary
Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a respiratory virus that can cause cold-like symptoms. It can affect people of all ages, but it may be more serious for infants, older adults, and people with certain health conditions.
The most common signs of RSV include coughing, a runny nose, sneezing and wheezing, running a fever, having a decreased appetite, or any other issues breathing.
When You Should Visit Urgent Care for Testing
Not sure when you should stop by? Cary patients usually pay us a visit when they experience:
- Fever
- Sore throat
- Coughing
- Nasal congestion and sinus pressure
- Allergies
- Body aches
- Tiredness
- Ear pain and sensitivity
- Exposure to flu, COVID, strep, or RSV
Of course, you may not know what’s going on. That’s okay. Our medical providers can help you understand what may be going on and what next steps may be appropriate. We’ll also answer any questions you have about returning to school or work and resuming your normal, everyday routine.
When to Go to the ER Instead of Urgent Care
Respiratory symptoms can be signs of something more serious than what urgent care can handle.
Go to the emergency room or call 9-1-1 right away for trouble breathing, chest pain, blue lips or face, fainting, confusion, signs of stroke, severe dehydration, or any symptoms that feel life-threatening.
Visit MainStreet Family Care in Cary for Same-Day Testing
Our clinic is located at 1110 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC 27511, next to Taco Bell. We’re proud to welcome patients from Morrisville, Apex, Lochmere, Scotts Mill, Upchurch Farms, Feltonville, Preston, Glenaire, Greenwood Forest, and other surrounding communities.
Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 8 PM
Saturday and Sunday, 9 AM to 4 PM
Register online to save your spot in line. Online registration is not an appointment, but it can help reduce in-clinic wait times by adding you to the queue before you arrive.
