Flu-Like Symptoms Treatment in Pearland, Texas

Fast Relief When You're Feeling Under the Weather

Waking up with fever, body aches, chills, and fatigue can make even simple tasks feel overwhelming. At Broadway Family Clinic in Pearland, Texas, Dr. Kashif Siddiqui and Dr. Sumera Muzaffar provide prompt evaluation and treatment for flu-like symptoms to help you feel better faster. Our board-certified physicians offer same-day appointments and walk-in availability, along with comprehensive in-house testing to accurately diagnose your illness and provide appropriate treatment. Don't suffer through your symptoms—get the care you need today.

Understanding Flu-Like Symptoms

Flu-like symptoms refer to a collection of symptoms that resemble influenza (the flu) but may be caused by various viral or bacterial infections. These symptoms can range from mild to severe and typically come on suddenly, making you feel significantly ill within hours.

Common Flu-Like Symptoms

Fever and Chills

Sudden onset of fever, often 100°F or higher, accompanied by chills and sweating. Fever indicates your body is fighting an infection.

Body Aches and Muscle Pain

Widespread muscle aches and pains throughout your body, often described as feeling like you've been "hit by a truck." Joint pain and general soreness are common.

Fatigue and Weakness

Extreme tiredness and lack of energy that makes it difficult to perform daily activities. You may feel exhausted even after resting.

Headache

Moderate to severe headache, often accompanied by pressure behind the eyes or sensitivity to light.

Cough

Dry or productive cough that may develop early in the illness or appear after other symptoms begin.

Sore Throat

Throat pain, scratchiness, or irritation, sometimes the first symptom to appear.

Nasal Congestion

Stuffy or runny nose, sinus pressure, and difficulty breathing through your nose.

Respiratory Symptoms

Chest discomfort, shortness of breath, or wheezing in some cases.

Gastrointestinal Symptoms

Some people experience nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, though these are more common in children than adults with flu.

Conditions That Cause Flu-Like Symptoms

Influenza (The Flu)

The most common cause of true flu-like symptoms. Influenza is a contagious respiratory virus that causes sudden onset of fever, body aches, cough, and fatigue. Seasonal flu circulates every year, typically from fall through spring.

Common Cold

While usually milder than flu, severe colds can produce flu-like symptoms including fever (especially in children), body aches, fatigue, sore throat, and congestion.

COVID-19

Coronavirus infection can produce symptoms very similar to flu, including fever, cough, fatigue, body aches, and sometimes loss of taste or smell. Testing is important to distinguish COVID-19 from other illnesses.

Strep Throat

Bacterial throat infection causing severe sore throat, fever, body aches, and headache. Requires antibiotic treatment.

Bronchitis

Inflammation of the airways causing cough, chest discomfort, fever, and fatigue. Can be viral or bacterial.

Pneumonia

Lung infection that can cause fever, cough, chest pain, difficulty breathing, and severe fatigue. Requires prompt medical attention.

Sinus Infections (Sinusitis)

Bacterial or viral infection of the sinuses causing facial pressure, headache, fever, fatigue, and nasal congestion.

Mononucleosis (Mono)

Viral infection causing severe fatigue, sore throat, fever, and swollen lymph nodes, often lasting weeks.

Other Viral Infections

Numerous other viruses can cause flu-like symptoms including respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), adenovirus, and various other respiratory viruses.

When to Seek Medical Care

Seek Care Promptly If You Experience:

Fever over 103°F or fever lasting more than three days, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, chest pain or pressure, severe or persistent vomiting, signs of dehydration (decreased urination, extreme thirst, dizziness), confusion or difficulty staying awake, severe or worsening symptoms, symptoms that improve but then return with fever and worse cough, or chronic medical conditions that put you at higher risk for complications.

Seek Emergency Care If You Experience:

Severe difficulty breathing, persistent chest pain or pressure, sudden confusion or inability to arouse, severe persistent dizziness, seizures, severe muscle pain or weakness, severe dehydration, or bluish lips or face.

Don't hesitate to seek care when you're unsure about the severity of your symptoms.

Our Comprehensive Evaluation and Treatment

Thorough Medical Assessment

When you visit with flu-like symptoms, our physicians perform a complete evaluation including symptom review and medical history, physical examination including vital signs, lung sounds, throat examination, and assessment of overall condition.

Rapid Diagnostic Testing

Our in-house laboratory provides fast, accurate testing to identify the cause of your symptoms:

Influenza Testing: Rapid flu tests detect influenza A and B viruses within minutes.

COVID-19 Testing: Quick testing to rule out or confirm coronavirus infection.

Strep Testing: Rapid strep test identifies bacterial throat infections requiring antibiotics.

Complete Blood Count: Blood tests to evaluate infection severity and type.

Chest X-Ray: On-site X-ray if pneumonia is suspected.

Additional Testing: Other diagnostic tests as needed based on your symptoms.

Having these tests available in our clinic means faster diagnosis and faster treatment without trips to outside laboratories.

Targeted Treatment Based on Diagnosis

For Influenza (Flu): Antiviral medications (like Tamiflu) if started within 48 hours can shorten illness duration and reduce severity. Symptom relief medications for fever, aches, and congestion. Rest and hydration recommendations. Guidance on preventing spread to others.

For Bacterial Infections: Appropriate antibiotics for strep throat, bacterial sinusitis, or pneumonia. Symptom management. Follow-up care to ensure resolution.

For Viral Infections: Supportive care to manage symptoms while your immune system fights the virus. Fever reducers and pain relievers. Cough suppressants or expectorants. Decongestants for nasal congestion. Rest and hydration guidance. Monitoring for complications.

For COVID-19: Appropriate treatment based on severity and risk factors. Isolation guidance. Symptom management. Monitoring recommendations.

Symptom Relief Strategies

We provide practical advice for managing your symptoms at home including rest recommendations, hydration strategies, over-the-counter medication guidance, fever management, cough relief techniques, and nutritional support during illness.

Prevention Counseling

We discuss ways to prevent future illness and avoid spreading current infection including hand hygiene, respiratory etiquette, vaccination recommendations, isolation guidelines, and when it's safe to return to work or school.

Preventing Flu-Like Illnesses

Annual Flu Vaccination

The single most effective way to prevent influenza. We offer flu shots during flu season for patients of all ages.

COVID-19 Vaccination

Protects against severe COVID-19 illness. We can advise on vaccination recommendations.

Good Hygiene Practices

Frequent handwashing with soap and water, avoiding touching your face, covering coughs and sneezes, and staying home when sick.

Healthy Lifestyle

Adequate sleep, nutritious diet, regular exercise, stress management, and staying hydrated all support immune function.

Avoiding Sick Contacts

Limiting close contact with people who are ill and avoiding crowded places during peak illness season when possible.

Why Choose Broadway Family Clinic for Flu-Like Symptoms?

Same-Day Appointments and Walk-Ins Welcome When you're feeling miserable, you shouldn't have to wait days for care. We offer same-day appointments and accept walk-in patients during office hours.

Board-Certified Physicians—Always Seen by an MD Dr. Siddiqui and Dr. Muzaffar personally evaluate and treat your illness. You won't see physician assistants or nurse practitioners—you'll receive expert care from experienced medical doctors.

Comprehensive In-House Diagnostics Our on-site laboratory and X-ray services allow us to quickly test for flu, COVID-19, strep throat, and other conditions without sending you elsewhere. Faster diagnosis means faster treatment.

Rapid Testing with Quick Results Most of our diagnostic tests provide results within minutes to hours, not days, so we can start appropriate treatment immediately.

Complete Treatment Available We can prescribe antiviral medications, antibiotics when needed, and symptom relief medications all in one visit.

Continuity of Care As your primary care physicians, we know your medical history, current medications, and underlying conditions, allowing for safer, more effective treatment decisions.

All Ages Welcome We treat flu-like symptoms in patients of all ages, from infants to seniors, with age-appropriate care.

Bilingual Staff Our team speaks multiple languages to ensure clear communication when you're not feeling well.

Most Insurance Accepted We work with most major insurance plans to make illness care affordable and accessible.

Convenient Pearland Location Easily accessible when you're feeling too ill to travel far. Serving patients throughout Pearland, Manvel, Arcola, Alvin, Shadow Creek Ranch, West Pearland, Rosharon, Iowa Colony, Deer Park, and Friendswood.

Home Care Tips While Recovering

Rest

Your body needs energy to fight infection. Get plenty of sleep and avoid strenuous activities until you're feeling better.

Stay Hydrated

Drink plenty of fluids—water, warm tea, broth, or electrolyte drinks. Fever and respiratory symptoms can lead to dehydration.

Manage Fever

Take acetaminophen or ibuprofen as directed to reduce fever and relieve aches. Never give aspirin to children or teenagers with flu-like symptoms.

Humidify the Air

Using a humidifier or breathing steam from a hot shower can ease congestion and soothe irritated airways.

Isolate Yourself

Stay home and away from others to prevent spreading illness, especially during the first few days when you're most contagious.

Monitor Symptoms

Watch for worsening symptoms or new concerning signs that might indicate complications requiring additional medical attention.

When to Follow Up

Schedule a follow-up appointment or contact us if your symptoms worsen instead of improving after 3-4 days, fever returns after going away, you develop new symptoms, you have difficulty breathing or chest pain, or you have questions or concerns about your recovery.

Don't Suffer Through Flu-Like Symptoms

When you're feeling miserable with fever, body aches, and fatigue, prompt medical care can help you feel better faster and prevent complications. Whether you have the flu, COVID-19, a severe cold, or another infection causing your symptoms, Broadway Family Clinic provides expert diagnosis and effective treatment to get you back to feeling like yourself.

Phone: (346) 800-5148 Email: info@broadwaydoctor.com Address: 3129 Kingsley Drive, Suite 340, Pearland, TX 77584

Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday: By Appointment Only Sunday: Closed

Walk-ins welcome! Same-day appointments available. Get the care you need today.