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What Do I Need to Know About Mesenteric Adenitis?

Mesenteric adenitis is a condition that affects children and teens more often than adults. This condition occurs when the lymph nodes in the abdomen become swollen when trying to fight off a bacterial or intestinal infection. Our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team highlights important info about mesenteric adenitis below, so keep reading. What Causes Mesenteric Adenitis? The most common cause is a viral or bacterial infection in the intestines, as we said previously. When an ...

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What Should I Do If a Spider Bites Me?

Although spiders do a lot of good, such as ridding households and gardens of unwanted pests, they can also be pests themselves. Plus, they’re pretty terrifying to look at (sorry, spider-lovers). Although most spider bites are relatively harmless, some types of spiders can pack a venomous punch and cause serious side effects. Read on to learn more about spider bites from our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team! How Can I Know If I’ve ...

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Heat Exhaustion or Heat Stroke? Know the Signs

Learn how to recognize the differences between heat exhaustion and heat stroke and when to seek medical care at AFC Chattanooga. Summer ...

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Poison Ivy Rash or Something More Serious?

Learn when poison ivy symptoms can be managed at home and when it’s time to seek treatment at AFC Chattanooga. Outdoor ...

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Allergies or COVID-19 in Chattanooga?

Learn how to tell the difference between seasonal allergies and COVID-19 symptoms and when to seek care at AFC Chattanooga. With Chattanooga ...

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