Colds and Upper Respiratory Infections
Colds, upper respiratory infections, and URIs are common terms we use to describe viral illnesses that cause nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, sore throat, fever, and cough. The fever usually lasts for 2-3 days, and the cough with congestion and runny nose may last for 5-10 days. The typical preschool-age child may experience 6-10 colds per year. Most colds resolve on their own with rest and fluids, but some may lead to ear infection, sinus infection, asthma attack, or other complications. If you are concerned about the possibility of one of these complications, please have your child seen in our office for an evaluation.
For more information: See also Colds, See also Sinus Pain or Congestion
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July 3, 2026
Independence Day Hours: Our office will be closed for Independence Day. For urgent situations, we will be open for call-ahead sick visits for issues arising in the last 48 hours. Friday, July 3 rd Regular hours, 8am to 5pm APPOINTMENTS ONLY Saturday, July 4 th CLOSED Sunday, July 5 th 10am to 12pm APPOINTMENTS ONLY In case of a medical emergency, please call our office at 919-967-0771 and press “1” to speak to an advice nurse.