Pneumonia
Pneumonia is a respiratory illness caused by an infection that occurs in one or both lungs. This infection leads to inflammation and the accumulation of fluids within the tiny air sacs of the lungs, known as alveoli. Consequently, this buildup disrupts the normal and essential exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide, making it difficult for the affected individual to breathe properly.
Symptoms of a Pneumonia
Pneumonia can manifest with a variety of symptoms, which can range from mild to severe depending on the type of germ causing the infection, your age, and your overall health. Common symptoms often include a persistent cough, which may produce thick, yellowish-greenish, or even blood-tinged mucus or pus. A high fever (sometimes reaching dangerous levels like 105°F or 40.5°C), accompanied by sweating and shaking chills, is also a hallmark of the illness.
Other significant symptoms include shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, even at rest, as well as rapid breathing and an increased pulse rate. You might experience chest pain, which often worsens when you cough or take a deep breath. Feelings of extreme fatigue or weakness, headache, and muscle aches are also common.
Pneumonia Treatment
Treatment for pneumonia aims to cure the infection and prevent complications, with the approach varying based on the type and severity of the pneumonia, the patient’s age, and overall health. For bacterial pneumonia, antibiotics are the primary treatment. It’s crucial to take the full course of antibiotics as prescribed, even if you start feeling better, to ensure the infection is completely eradicated and to prevent antibiotic resistance.
Many people with milder pneumonia can be treated at home. This involves essential supportive measures such as getting plenty of rest to allow your body to recover, and drinking plenty of fluids (especially water) to help loosen mucus in your lungs and prevent dehydration. Over-the-counter fever reducers and pain relievers like acetaminophen or ibuprofen can help manage fever and discomfort.
Symptoms We Treat
Hometown Urgent Care treats a variety of illnesses, infections, and diseases along with their associated symptoms. If you’re feeling uncomfortable or unwell, our dedicated medical team is prepared to deliver a personalized and tailored treatment plan to help you get better, faster. This list contains our most commonly treated illnesses and symptoms. If you’re experiencing an illness not listed or are unsure of the source of your discomfort, visit a Hometown Urgent Care location near you.
This list contains are most frequently treated injuries. If you are experiencing pain from an injury not listed or are unsure of the source of your discomfort, you can contact us.
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We Work with All Insurance Plans
At Hometown, we believe cost concerns should never hinder your access to quality healthcare. So, our rates are very competitive, and we can be a more convenient, lower-cost option than the ER – while treating many of the same conditions/complaints.
No Insurance, No Problem
Our transparent self-pay pricing is a flat rate of $60 for the urgent care visit, including any x-rays. Additional charges may apply for certain labs and durable medical equipment.