The common cold is one of the most frequent childhood illnesses. Runny noses, coughs, and congestion can make kids feel tired and irritable, and it often spreads quickly through families. While colds are usually mild, proper care helps children recover more comfortably and prevents complications. At Super Kids Urgent Care, we provide child-friendly evaluation and treatment for colds so your little one feels better fast.
Chip Overton, MSN, CPNP-AC/PC, has nearly twenty years of pediatric urgent care and critical care experience. Chip is board-certified and skilled in treating children with respiratory illnesses. Parents trust his extensive credentials, clinical expertise, and compassionate care for reliable treatment and guidance during the cold season.
Symptoms of the Common Cold
Colds can cause a variety of symptoms that differ by child and age. Some of the most common include:
Our team carefully evaluates each child to ensure symptoms are caused by a cold and not a more serious illness.
What to Expect During Your Visit
We focus on comfort and reassurance while providing a thorough evaluation. A typical visit includes:
Parents leave with confidence knowing how to manage their child’s recovery.
Treatment Options
There is no cure for the common cold, but treatment focuses on symptom relief and comfort. Options may include:
Our providers ensure each plan is age-appropriate and safe.
Why Choose Super Kids Urgent Care for Common Cold Treatment?
Families choose our clinic for experienced, compassionate pediatric care. Here is why we stand out:
We make caring for colds easier and more comfortable for kids and their families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most colds last about 7 to 10 days. Some symptoms, such as cough, may linger slightly longer.
Visit urgent care if your child has shortness of breath, a high fever, ear pain, or if symptoms last longer than expected.
No. Viruses cause colds and do not respond to antibiotics. Our providers will explain safe and effective ways to manage symptoms.
Frequent hand washing, teaching kids to cover coughs and sneezes, and avoiding close contact with sick peers help reduce risk.
Yes. Sometimes colds lead to ear infections, sinus infections, or lower respiratory illnesses. Prompt care helps prevent these complications.
Schedule Cold Care For Your Child
If your child is struggling with a cold, we are here to help. Need care today? Visit Super Kids Urgent Care in Owens Cross Roads, AL, for pediatric cold treatment.
