If you don’t think you will experience any concerning side effects or health complications when strep throat goes untreated, think again! While strep throat when treated correctly and quickly is relatively harmless, it can cause some life-altering complications if it isn’t treated in a timely manner. Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team explains why below. What Causes Strep Throat? Strep throat is caused by bacteria called Streptococcus pyogenes, or group A Streptococcus ...

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Having a fever is the worst—not to mention, it can be quite dangerous if your temperature is high enough. Unfortunately, having a fever is very common when dealing with the flu. Although this is the case, there are many things you can do at home that can help to break your fever and feel better! Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City shares these treatments and more information on the flu below, so keep reading ...

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