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You’ve probably heard by now, the end of 2022 is one of the busiest starts to a viral season we have ever seen. Pediatric health systems all over the country are dealing with this, it’s not just in Wisconsin. It’s a triple whammy of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), COVID-19 and now influenza (flu).
We want to help families understand these viruses and their symptoms a little better. First, we recommend you download the Children’s Wisconsin app and use our symptom checker to understand if your child needs to be seen by a doctor. We don't want families waiting to see a doctor if it isn't needed. The symptom checker can help determine if your child is better off at home resting under the covers, rather than sitting in a waiting room.
Under 8 weeks old: If your child is under 8 weeks old and has a fever, they should be taken to the Emergency Department. Babies that young don’t have a fully developed immune system, so any fever should be taken very seriously.
Underlying health conditions: It’s also important to note if your child has risk factors like asthma, a chronic heart condition, cancer, or other underlying health conditions that impact their breathing. Those children are more vulnerable to illness and parents should take these symptoms more seriously.
I certainly want to see any child who needs my care, but there are some typical cold symptoms that we see this time of year that don’t necessarily require a visit to your pediatrician.
We expect wait times to be longer than normal through the winter and especially during the holidays. We don’t want children waiting to see a doctor if it isn’t needed, but we certainly don’t want parents to hesitate to call if they have a concern. Children’s Wisconsin is here for you. Stay well.
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