Although mesenteric adenitis isn’t the most recognizable medical condition, it’s still a fairly common one among children and teens. In fact, it’s very rare that anyone over the age of 20 gets it. Keep reading to learn more about it from our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team. What Is Mesenteric Adenitis? Mesenteric adenitis (also known as mesenteric lymphadenitis) is the swelling of the lymph nodes in the abdomen. You can get ...
Bug bites and stings are an unfortunate part of spring. Although they don’t usually happen often, they do happen—and when they do, they don’t feel good. Have you been recently bitten or stung by an insect? If so, read on to learn what you should do next from our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team! What Should I Do If I Get Bit by a Bug? The majority of bug bites and ...
If you are younger than age 40, you might think that kidney stones are things you won’t have to worry about for at least another 10 years. While it’s true that they most commonly affect people over age 40, they can affect anyone at any age, so it’s important to be aware of what they are and how they can be prevented. Read on to learn more from our AFC Urgent Care ...
As beautiful as spring is, it’s peak allergy season for millions of Americans every year. Pollen is everywhere, which causes our immune systems to overreact. If you’re totally over dealing with allergy symptoms, how can you get some relief? Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team shares some helpful info below, so keep reading. What Causes Allergies in the Spring? Seasonal allergies happen when the immune system encounters something in the air that ...
You wake up in the morning and see another bruise and think, “How did this get here?” Even if you don’t remember bumping into something or falling, bruises can show up on the body. Is there a time when you should be concerned about the amount of bruises that are showing up, though? In rare cases, yes, and our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team explains why below. Are All Bruises the Same? Not ...
Gastrointestinal (GI) diseases are actually more common than you might realize. In fact, more than 20 million Americans suffer from chronic gastrointestinal diseases, while 62 million Americans are diagnosed with new GI issues every year. So, even though stomachaches and pains are common, certain symptoms could be signs of something more. Learn more from our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team below. What Are GI Diseases? Gastrointestinal (GI) diseases are disorders of the digestive tract ...
Mono is called the “kissing disease” for good reason. This contagious illness is most often transmitted through bodily fluids, such as saliva, which obviously happens when you kiss someone or share utensils like spoons or forks. This illness is most common among young adults and teenagers. Learn more about it below from our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team! What Is Mono? Mono can be caused by a variety of viruses, but the Epstein-Barr virus ...
When the COVID-19 vaccines first became widespread, breakthrough infection cases were quite rare. Since omicron has entered the picture, however, breakthrough cases are rare no longer. Why, though? Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team explains below, so keep reading! What Are Breakthrough Infections? The CDC has deemed “breakthrough” infections as when a person tests positive for COVID-19 at least two weeks after becoming fully vaccinated, including receiving a booster shot when eligible. Unfortunately, the ...
It’s no coincidence that more people get sick during the winter months. Every year, the flu and other viruses reach their peak between December and February, according to the CDC. But why does this happen? Read on for some helpful answers from our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team. Why Do Viral Infections Become More Common in the Winter? The cold temperature is one of the most common explanations for the increase in viral ...
Croup is an age-old respiratory infection that young children deal with, but it is experiencing a new development this year. Recently, scientists have found that omicron variant cases among young children have led to cases of croup. While this seems scary, these croup cases have remained as easily treatable as normal. Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team provides further information about croup and its connection with the omicron variant below, so keep reading! What ...
