Have you or your child been experiencing lots of stomach pain and tenderness after a viral or bacterial infection? If so, you may be dealing with mesenteric adenitis, which is the swelling of the lymph nodes in the abdomen. What causes it, though? Find out from our AFC Urgent Care Knoxville team below. What Causes Mesenteric Adenitis? The most common cause is a viral or bacterial infection in the intestines. When an infection in the ...

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As much as we don’t want them to be, bug bites are common during this time of year. And, they often happen when we least expect them. Even though bug bites or stings can be painful and startling, the majority of them shouldn’t cause any real concern. Our AFC Urgent Care Knoxville team further explains below, so keep reading! What Should I Do to Treat a Bug Bite or Sting? If you get ...

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