Urgent Care

Flu and Cold Treatment at Home: Skip the ER Wait

Dr. Feliciano Serrano

Dr. Feliciano Serrano

Physician

January 6, 2026 5 min read
A sick man wrapped in a blanket sits on his bed, coughing into a tissue while checking his temperature with a thermometer. His expression conveys discomfort, illness, and exhaustion.

When flu or cold symptoms hit, the last thing you want is to sit in a crowded ER or urgent care waiting room. At-home medical care brings professional diagnosis and treatment directly to you—faster, more convenient, and with personalized attention you won't find in busy clinics.

Symptoms We Treat at Home

Fever

High temperature, chills, body aches

Cough

Dry or productive cough, chest congestion

Nasal Congestion

Stuffy nose, sinus pressure, runny nose

Sore Throat

Painful swallowing, scratchy throat

Headache

Head pain, pressure, sinus headaches

Fatigue

Extreme tiredness, weakness, body aches

What to Expect During Your Home Visit

1

Comprehensive Exam

Dr. Serrano will check your vital signs, listen to your lungs, examine your throat, and assess your overall condition to determine if you have flu, cold, or another respiratory infection.

2

Rapid Testing

When appropriate, rapid flu and strep tests can be performed in your home to confirm diagnosis and guide treatment decisions.

3

Immediate Treatment

Prescriptions for antiviral medications (like Tamiflu), antibiotics if bacterial infection is present, cough suppressants, decongestants, and pain relievers as needed.

4

Care Instructions

Detailed guidance on rest, hydration, symptom management, and when to seek follow-up care. Clear instructions you can refer to as you recover.

Antiviral Treatment

If you have the flu, antiviral medications work best when started within 48 hours of symptom onset. Home visits allow you to get diagnosed and treated quickly without the delay of waiting for clinic appointments.

Why Choose At-Home Treatment?

  • No Waiting: Skip ER wait times that can stretch for hours. Get seen quickly in your own home.
  • Avoid Exposure: Don't risk catching other illnesses in crowded waiting rooms while you're already sick.
  • Rest Comfortably: Stay in your own bed instead of traveling when you feel awful.
  • Personalized Care: One-on-one attention from Dr. Serrano without rushing through appointments.
  • Family Convenience: Great for families with sick children or elderly members who shouldn't travel.

When to Seek Immediate Care

Contact us immediately if you experience:

  • • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
  • • Chest pain or pressure
  • • Severe or persistent vomiting
  • • Confusion or difficulty waking up
  • • High fever (>103°F) not responding to medication
  • • Flu symptoms that improve then suddenly worsen

Get Well Faster at Home

Don't suffer through flu or cold symptoms. Dr. Serrano provides same-day home visits throughout Southern California for professional diagnosis and treatment.

Request Home Visit (323) 585-6900
Dr. Feliciano Serrano

About Dr. Feliciano Serrano

Dr. Serrano provides expert at-home urgent care for flu, cold, and other acute illnesses throughout Southern California. Get professional treatment without leaving home.

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