What causes an upper respiratory infection?

Both viruses and bacteria can be the cause of an upper respiratory infection. They enter your system through the air, like from someone coughing or sneezing, or through touching infected surfaces.

In most cases, professional medical help isn’t needed because if symptoms get bothersome, over-the-counter decongestants and other products can often provide the necessary relief.

However, if you’re experiencing the symptoms of an upper respiratory infection, and you’d like some professional medical help with diagnosing and treating it, WellNow can assist you.

Upper Respiratory Infection Symptoms

Sometimes called a URI, an upper respiratory infection can come with several symptoms
including:

• Coughing
• Wheezing
• Nasal congestion
• Sneezing
• Sinus pain
• Sore throat

How will WellNow treat my URI?

Using their medical expertise and our onsite lab testing capabilities as needed, our providers will examine you to see if your infection was caused by a virus (like the common cold) or bacteria.

Antibiotics can be useful for fighting bacterial infections, while the usual course of action for viral infections is to treat their symptoms and wait for the body to fight off the infection. In other words — we can find a way to help you feel better faster.