No one likes being sick. However, sometimes, it’s unavoidable. Here are some tips on how to care for yourself when you’re feeling under the weather:

• Stay home and distance yourself from those you live with as much as possible.
• Get tested. Call your doctor to talk about your symptoms and which tests you should take to determine what your body is fighting. Knowing the cause of infection is important to determine the best course of treatment. At PPOM, our doctors can prescribe antiviral medications for things like the flu and COVID-19.
• Get lots of rest, drink lots of liquids, and take pain relievers as needed for fever, pain and aches.
• If you begin to experience serious symptoms, go to your nearest emergency room.

No one likes being sick, but it happens and following these tips will help you to feel better in no time. The sooner you call a doctor when you get sick, the better and more likely you will avoid a hospital visit. Our doctors at PPOM want to keep you as healthy as possible and help you get over illnesses quickly. If you are feeling sick, give us a call.