Recent Blog Posts

What Is Mesenteric Adenitis?

Mesenteric lymphadenitis, also known as mesenteric adenitis, is a condition that involves the swelling of the lymph nodes in the abdomen. It’s most common among children and teens younger than the age of 16, but adults can get it, too. Learn more about its causes and treatments from our AFC Urgent Care Monroe Road team below. What Is Mesenteric Adenitis? Mesenteric adenitis is the swelling of the lymph nodes in the mesentery, which attaches ...

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Do All Bug Bites Itch?

While every bug bite isn’t quite the same, bug bites in general cause the same types of side effects: They swell up and itch. Even though they cause uncomfortable symptoms, most bug bites and stings that people get during the spring aren’t causes for serious concern. Read on to learn more from our AFC Urgent Care Monroe Road team! How Can I Treat a Bug Bite? Most insect bites and stings cause minor ...

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Recent Blogs

Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke: What Symptoms Should Not Be Ignored?

Summer in Charlotte brings no shortage of outdoor activities. Whether you’re attending events at Bojangles Coliseum, shopping and dining throughout Plaza ...

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How Can Families Stay Safe Around Fireworks in Charlotte, NC?

Summer in Charlotte brings backyard cookouts, baseball games, pool parties, and patriotic celebrations across neighborhoods from Uptown to Plaza Midwood and Matthews ...

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How Serious Is a Tick Bite? Signs It’s Time for Urgent Care

Spring in Charlotte means longer days outdoors, afternoons at Freedom Park, walks along the Little Sugar Creek Greenway, and weekend trips to ...

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