Gastrointestinal (GI) diseases are very common, but they can be quite severe for some. Although many Americans experience acute GI diseases each year, over 20 million Americans deal with chronic GI diseases each year, too. Read on to learn more about GI diseases from our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team. What Is a GI Disease? A GI disease is any problem affecting the GI tract, which includes the throat, stomach and intestines. Acute, short-term illnesses ...
Infectious mononucleosis, or “mono,” as it’s most commonly known, is a viral infection. Teens and young adults are the two age groups it most often affects, but anyone can get it, no matter how old they are. Although symptoms aren’t usually very severe, they can last for a long time. Our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team highlights more about this virus and its treatment options below, so keep reading! What Is Mono? Mono ...
Breakthrough infections are things that no one wants to see happen. Despite our efforts to get vaccinated and boosted, the omicron variant has still found ways to affect the fully vaccinated, which has been disheartening. However, it’s not a reason to give up hope. Even though breakthrough infections have become much more likely during the surge of omicron, vaccines and boosters are still highly effective in preventing serious illness and hospitalization, which is the ...
It’s safe to assume you’re aware that the winter months are notorious for bringing a slew of viruses along with them. In the past, the flu has been the thing that most of us focused our time and attention on avoiding, but with the prevalence of COVID-19, things have certainly changed. According to experts, COVID-19 will likely become seasonal, much like the flu. But, why? Continue reading for some helpful answers from our ...
Croup is a common illness among young children. Many kids between the ages of 3 months and 5 years get it, but it’s typically not a huge cause for concern as most cases can be treated without seeking medical help. Our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team provides more helpful info on croup below, so keep reading! What Causes Croup? The most common cause of croup is a virus that leads to swelling of the ...
No, it’s not. While it’s true that strep throat isn’t a particularly dangerous infection, it can become dangerous when it isn’t taken care of in a timely manner. Our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team explains why below, so keep reading! What Causes Strep Throat? Strep throat is caused by bacteria called Streptococcus pyogenes, or group A Streptococcus. It spreads easily from person to persons, and you can get it by coming ...
When most of us think of the flu, we think of having a high fever. While this is, indeed, true in most flu cases, a fever isn’t the only flu symptom to be aware of. Our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team highlights some other flu symptoms to be on the lookout for this winter, so keep reading! What Are the Common Flu Symptoms? A fever is the most common flu symptom, but it’s ...
As much as we don’t want it to be the case, injuries happen. In fact, injuries in the home are very common among older adults, as more than one in four people ages 65 and older fall at home. In-home falls can result in broken bones, which can be serious, life-altering injuries. It’s important to know whether an X-ray is necessary if you or a loved one falls. Our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville ...
Due to the prevalence of things allergens and viruses during the fall and winter, sinus infections are much more common during this time of year. In fact, did you know that nearly 31 million Americans deal with a sinus infection every year? Because these types of infections are common, it’s important to be informed about their common symptoms so you can know whether or not you are dealing with one. Our AFC Urgent Care ...
No, it’s not! In fact, the CDC has stated that getting both vaccines at the same time is completely safe. Our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team highlights why getting both vaccines at the same time is OK below, so keep reading. How Safe Is It to Get a COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine Together? Completely safe. Because the COVID-19 vaccine is an mRNA vaccine and the flu vaccine isn’t, there isn’t really any ...
Not only is shingles extremely itchy and painful, but it’s contagious as well! While it’s true that only people who have had chickenpox in the past can get shingles, it’s still important to be very careful around others if you do have this viral skin infection. Our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team provides further info on shingles below, so keep reading! What Is Shingles? Shingles is an infection caused by the varicella-zoster ...
Feeling nauseous is the worst! It makes eating and drinking unenjoyable, and it always seems to happen at the most inconvenient times. Luckily, there are things you can do to prevent this from happening to you on most occasions, and our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team highlights these prevention tactics below. Here’s what to do: Stay hydrated. The body needs water to digest and absorb nutrients from foods and beverages efficiently. Being dehydrated makes ...
UTI and yeast infection symptoms can look similar at times, but these two infections aren’t the same. A UTI is a bacterial infection, while a yeast infection is most often a fungal infection of the vagina. To learn more from our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team about these two common infections, read on! How Are UTIs and Yeast Infections Different? Yeast infections occur due to an overgrowth of the Candida fungus, while UTIs result ...
Bronchitis affects more than 3 million Americans every year, and it’s one of the most common forms of respiratory illness. Those who have underlying health conditions, like asthma, are more susceptible to get bronchitis, but it can affect anyone at any time. Our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team provides more helpful information on bronchitis below, so keep reading. What Is Bronchitis? Bronchitis is when the bronchial tubes, the air-carrying tubes in the lungs, become ...
If you are sexually active then, yes, they are. STD rates in America are currently at an all-time high, and many people who have an STD don’t even know it, since many STDs don’t show symptoms. Getting tested for STDs is one of the best things you can do for your sexual and overall health, and our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team explains why below. How Will STDs Affect Me? Most STDs affect ...
Rashes happen to the best of us. Even if you’re careful with what you come in contact with on a daily basis, these pesky skin conditions are especially common to experience during this time of year. If you have developed a rash, there are things you can at home to reduce the itch and discomfort. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Mooresville further elaborates on rashes and their treatment. Why rashes ...
Although it’s extremely encouraging that COVID-19 cases have been steadily decreasing, experts are finding that other respiratory illnesses are on the rise due to less mask-wearing and more open businesses. Luckily, our AFC center offers accurate rapid tests that provide quick results! Our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team provides some further information on respiratory illnesses below, so keep reading. What Kind of Respiratory Illness Is on the Rise? According to the CDC, they are ...
Whether it’s from a stray cat, dog or some other animal, like a squirrel, bites can happen to anyone! Getting bitten is definitely painful and can be scary, so what should you do if you do experience a bite from an unfamiliar animal? Our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team has some answers, so keep reading! What Should I Do if I’ve Been Bitten? No matter the type of animal, it’s important to ...
If you spent a lot of time in the woods as a child, you have likely heard the old adage, “leaves of three, let it be” in reference to poison ivy—but if you followed those directions carefully, you may not even know if you are allergic. Even if you have experienced a rash due to poison ivy in the past, you may not be as sensitive to it now as you were then, as ...
Symptoms and COVID-19 are not a consistent match. In fact, medical experts across the globe have stated that symptoms are different in almost every COVID-19 case. Now, back pain has been making its way into the conversation. Is back pain something that you should be watching out for? Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Mooresville has some helpful answers. How Common Is Back Pain in COVID-19? According to a past study done ...
