Influenza can cause sudden fever, chills, body aches, cough, sore throat, and fatigue. We offer rapid flu testing and treatment guidance during the same visit.
FLU CARE IN NOVI, MI
The flu often starts suddenly and can make patients feel significantly ill. Early evaluation is especially important for young children, older adults, pregnant patients, and people with asthma, COPD, diabetes, heart disease, or immune suppression.
🤒 FLU SYMPTOMS
→ Sudden fever and chills
→ Body aches
→ Cough and sore throat
→ Headache
→ Severe fatigue
⚕️ HOW WE HELP
✓ Rapid flu testing
✓ Evaluate hydration and breathing
✓ Discuss antiviral medication when appropriate
✓ Recommend fever and pain control
✓ Work/school guidance
✓ Evaluate for pneumonia or complications
🚨 GO TO ER IF:
→ Severe shortness of breath
→ Chest pain
→ Confusion or fainting
→ Severe dehydration or worsening chronic disease
COMMON QUESTIONS
Where can I get flu testing in Novi?
PrimeCare Urgent Care offers rapid flu testing at 39555 W. Ten Mile Road, Suite 301, Novi, MI. Walk-ins are welcome.
When do antivirals help the flu?
Antiviral medication is most helpful when started early, often within the first 48 hours, and may be especially important for higher-risk patients.
How is flu different from a cold?
Flu usually begins suddenly and causes higher fever, body aches, chills, and more severe fatigue than a typical cold.
When should flu symptoms go to the ER?
Go to the ER for trouble breathing, chest pain, confusion, fainting, severe dehydration, blue lips, or worsening of serious medical conditions.
PRIMECARE URGENT CARE
Located at 39555 W. Ten Mile Road, Suite 301, Novi, MI 48375. We care for adults and children with many common urgent care needs.
