No, we do not perform allergy testing at our clinics. However, if your child is experiencing allergy attacks or allergic reactions, our pediatric urgent care walk-in clinic can evaluate them, provide treatment to relieve symptoms, and guide you on next steps. We can help manage reactions such as hives, swelling, or difficulty breathing and ensure your child gets the care they need quickly.

Hives are a very itchy rash often caused by an allergic reaction. They appear as raised pink or red spots on the skin with pale centers and can range in size from about half an inch to several inches wide. Hives can take different shapes and may change location, size, and shape quickly. In some cases, very large hives are called angioedema.

If your child is experiencing hives, our pediatric urgent care walk-in clinic can evaluate them and provide treatment to relieve itching, swelling, or discomfort.

If your child has known allergies, there are several steps you can take to prevent allergy attacks or allergic reactions. Keep windows closed during pollen season, especially on windy days or in the morning when pollen counts are highest. Keep your home clean and dry to reduce mold and dust mites, and consider limiting pets and indoor plants if they trigger allergies. Avoid foods or substances that are known to cause reactions in your child, and make sure no one smokes around them, including inside your home or car.

It can be tricky to tell the difference, but there are some key signs. Allergy symptoms often include an itchy, runny nose with thin, clear discharge, itchy watery eyes, repeated sneezing, and itching of the nose, eyes, or skin that lasts for weeks or months. Allergies usually do not cause a fever and are often seasonal, appearing in spring, summer, or fall.

Colds usually include a stuffy nose and nasal discharge that starts clear but can become thick or colored. A cold typically lasts 3–10 days, may or may not include a fever, and can cause occasional sneezing. Unlike allergies, colds do not usually cause itching.