Sciatica can be a debilitating condition that can limit your ability to function normally. The burning or shooting pain it causes can make it hard to walk or sit comfortably. The good news is that most cases of sciatica will resolve on their own in time, but you may just be uncomfortable until it goes away. Our staff at AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne want you to feel better quickly and offers some helpful info on ...
Even though sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, are not usually discussed between family and friends, they are actually relatively common. They affect about one in five people every year in America. If you begin to experience any unpleasant symptoms, you may be concerned that you have an STD. It is important to be tested as soon as you can in order to prevent spreading it to a new partner or developing a more serious problem ...
If you have seasonal allergies, you may dread the change in seasons. From the runny nose to the itchy eyes, your symptoms can be very uncomfortable! If you have allergies, you are also at risk of developing seasonal asthma as well. Allergies and seasonal asthma often go hand in hand because they share similar triggers. The change in temperature and release of pollen can produce the same reaction in your body. If you have allergies ...
When you come to AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne, our goal is to make your experience as streamlined and convenient as possible. Your medical needs are our top priority, and our goal is to serve each patient to the best of our abilities. We know that there are many choices out there when it comes to your urgent care needs. AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne stands out above the rest because of our attention to customer service ...
When you consider visiting an urgent care center, it’s not uncommon to have no idea what kind of care you will receive or staff you will encounter. With us, you don’t have to worry. Our AFC team is made up of long-tenured medical providers who are passionate about providing top-quality care to patients. Read on to learn more about our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team! Our staff turnover rate is low, and we ...
A stomach issue is always something that seems to pop up from time to time. Whether it’s a classic stomachache or even something more serious like mesenteric adenitis, it’s important to know what to do and how to identify what you or your children are experiencing. Mesenteric adenitis is a fairly common infection among children and teens, and our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team explains more about it below. Keep reading! What Is ...
Although the spring and summer seasons usually come with great weather, they also come with a higher chance of getting bitten or stung by a bug. While most bug bites and stings aren’t a cause for serious concern, they’re definitely painful and something no one wants to willingly experience. Read on as our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team walks you through how to prevent and treat bug injuries below! What Should I Do ...
Kidney stones—yikes! When you hear about them from someone who has experienced them, they sound extremely unpleasant. They cause lots of pain and discomfort, and oftentimes it’s really a tough waiting game before they go away. Do you know much else about them, though, like how they’re caused or what they’re even made of? Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team provides some helpful info about kidney stones below, so keep reading ...
A lot of times, it’s tough to know what you’re getting in an urgent care center. Sometimes, the service is quick but the care is poor, or it’s the other way around. With us, though, you can count on quality care at an efficient pace and an affordable price. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team further explains what you can expect when you pay us a visit, so keep reading! Coming to ...
Kids will be kids. They run into things, fall down and are typically much more active than we adults are. Because of this, bruises tend to appear on their bodies quite often. Is their lack of awareness the only thing that contributes to more bruising, though, or can other factors be at play, too? Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team shares some helpful answers below, so keep reading! What Is a Bruise? A bruise happens ...
Gastrointestinal (GI) diseases are no joke. Although some people who have frequent stomachaches may not actually be experiencing true GI disease symptoms, there are a lot of Americans—60–70 million of them, in fact—that are affected by GI diseases and illnesses each year. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne center provides some helpful info about GI diseases below, so keep reading! What Is a GI Disease? Any problems involving the digestive system, including the ...
You might not have heard of mononucleosis before, but it’s highly likely that you’re well aware of its more common abbreviation, “mono.” Mono is very common, and it’s especially common among teenagers and young adults. Children and older adults can get it, too, though. Read on to learn more about this common virus from our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team! What Is Mono? Mononucleosis is a contagious illness that can be caused ...
During the recent surge of the omicron variant, breakthrough COVID-19 infections have become much more common. The reason for this is that, due to its unique mutations, the omicron variant is far more transmissible than prior types of the COVID-19 virus. As a result, it becomes more capable of evading the passive immunity conferred by immunizations. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team provides more info about COVID-19 and the omicron variant below, so keep reading ...
It sure seems like it! While there isn’t tons of conclusive evidence that explain why viruses tend to affect more people during the winter months, what we do know is that this idea is certainly more accurate than not. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team provides further explanation on viruses and how they are affected by winter temperature below, so keep reading! Why Do Viruses Get Worse in the Winter? Temperature, among other factors ...
Croup is a common respiratory infection among children. It most often occurs in children between the ages of 3 months and 5 years old, and it will likely clear up within a week. Although serious croup complications are rare, croup is not something to take lightly. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team provides more info on this respiratory infection below, so keep reading! What Is Croup? Croup is a condition that irritates and causes swelling ...
Did you know? There are between 11,000 and 13,000 strep throat cases in the U.S. every year. Thankfully, though, strep throat is highly treatable and typically isn’t a huge cause for concern. Even though it’s treatable, if strep throat is left untreated, it can cause potentially serious complications. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team provides some further information on strep throat and what can happen if it is left untreated ...
The flu is certainly not fun to experience. You will almost certainly feel terrible, tired and achey. Plus, you will most likely have a fever if you do get sick with the flu. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team goes on to highlight the severity of flu symptoms below, so keep reading! What Is the Flu? The flu is caused by the influenza virus, which attacks your respiratory system, including the lungs, nose and throat ...
When kids fall at home, it’s typically no big deal. Their bones and muscles are bound to withstand much more punishment. When older adults fall, however, the results can be much more serious. In fact, since 2007, fall death rates have increased every year, according to the CDC. There are many ways to lower your risk of falling at home, and our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team shares some of them below. Here’s ...
Does your head ever feel tight? Do you have a headache that feels like the pain gets worse whenever you bend over or down? If so, you’re probably dealing with a sinus headache. Sinus headaches are a symptom of sinus infections, and our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team further elaborates on them below. Keep reading! What Are Sinuses? Before you can understand what sinus headaches are and what causes them, it’s important to ...
During peak virus season, getting vaccinated for COVID-19 and for the flu are two of the best things you can do to stay safe and healthy! According to the CDC, it’s OK to get both vaccines at the same time, and our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team provides further information below. Keep reading! Is It Safe to Get the COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine at the Same Time? Yes, it is! At first, when the ...
