Cold & Flu

Catching the flu usually starts with a sudden chill. You might feel fine in the morning but feel terrible by lunch. Many people want to get a test right away to start feeling better. But can you test too early for flu symptoms to show up? If you test too soon, the virus might not … Read more

People often shrug off the first feelings of sickness. It’s almost a habit now—“I’m just tired,” “maybe the fan was too cold.” At Absolute Urgent Care, we see this every day, and honestly, we understand. Life doesn’t stop for a scratchy throat. But the body tries to warn you in small ways. These early cold … Read more

Feeling Unwell? Pay Attention to the Pattern Illness does not always show up the same way. Sometimes it builds over several days. Other days, it seems to strike out of nowhere. You may brush it off as a mild cold, but if exhaustion shows up fast, flu could be the real reason.  We see this … Read more

With each change of season comes an increase in respiratory illness, such as the common cold and influenza, and unfortunately, regions like Texas are not immune. Recognizing the differences is important to effective treatment and prevention of these diseases. This guide can help you tell a cold from the flu, what the symptoms are and when to get … Read more

As we are in the grips of a cold and flu season, many people are struggling to know when they feel symptoms, if it’s just a common cold, flu or even COVID-19. That can make it difficult to know what which illness you may have with similar symptoms. Knowing the differences between cold, flu, and COVID-19 symptoms … Read more

With the winter months approaching, it is not uncommon to come down with a cold or the flu. But determining when to get professional medical help can be tough. Whether it’s a nagging cough or a high fever, recognizing when your symptoms go from manageable to serious is key. In this blog post, I will lead you through … Read more