If you have children who are heavily involved in sports, you know how busy life can get! From games to camps to tournaments, they are constantly in motion. But what if the unexpected happens and your child accidentally gets injured while playing his or her favorite sport? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah frequently treats sports-related injuries, and we have some tips and insight to share below. Are Some Sports More Dangerous Than Others ...
Did you know? Around 2 million fractures happen each year in the United States, which makes this issue one of the most biggest reasons people seek medical care every year. There are many different types of fractures, but they all need immediate medical care for bones to heal properly. Read on to learn more about them from our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team! What Exactly Is a Fracture? A fracture is the medical term for ...
"It can be tough to tell the difference between mesenteric adenitis and appendicitis. Both conditions cause similar symptoms, but the latter is much more serious than the former. Read on to learn more about both from our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team! What Is Mesenteric Adenitis? Mesenteric adenitis refers to the swelling of the lymph nodes in the abdomen. It’s often caused by a viral or bacterial infection in the intestines, which then causes ...
To many, spiders are pretty darn scary. Even though these creepy-crawlers do a lot to maintain our beautiful spring lawns and gardens, they pack a punch and can bite when provoked. Thankfully, though, out of the 3,000 types of spiders in the United States, the majority of them won’t cause serious symptoms if they bite you. Read on to learn more from our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team! How Will I Know If ...
Do you know someone who has had a kidney stone? If so, you likely have heard they are very painful and aren’t any fun at all to experience. While this is certainly the case, kidney stones are highly treatable. Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team further highlights what you need to know about kidney stones below, so keep reading! What Are Kidney Stones? Kidney stones are hard objects that are made up of chemicals ...
Allergies affect millions of Americans every year. While some experience them in the fall and winter, most experience them during the spring, when trees, grasses, flowers and weeds begin to bloom at a rapid pace. It’s tough to enjoy the beauty of spring when you’re constantly sneezing and sniffling all the time, so is there anything that can be done to quell those symptoms? Yes, there is, and our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah ...
As much as we want them to be more careful, kids will do what kids do—they’ll run into things and fall down much more than we’d like them to. However, this is what it is to be a kid, and the more active your child is, the better! Is there a point when you should be concerned about the amount of bruises your child is getting, though? Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah ...
Tummy troubles are very common. If we eat too much, eat something doesn’t agree with our system or feel queasy in the car, the feeling of uneasiness isn’t uncommon. Sometimes, though, persistent tummy troubles can actually be a sign of something more serious. Learn more about the body’s gastrointestinal (GI) system from our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team below! How Does the Gastrointestinal (GI) System Work? The gastrointestinal system runs from the ...
Did you know? Nearly everyone will come in contact with the Epstein-Barr virus—the virus that causes infectious mononucleosis, or “mono,” for short. Mono is no walk in the park to deal with, but also isn’t typically a cause for much concern if you do happen to get it. Symptoms often clear up in about a month. However, some people claim that mono has had a long-term effect on their immune system. Our AFC ...
The CDC recently stated that COVID-19 breakthrough infections are substantially more likely now than they were before. But, why? Read on for some helpful answers from our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team. What Causes Omicron Breakthrough Infections? Breakthrough infections are far more likely with the omicron variant than with any other previous form of the coronavirus causing COVID-19. A breakthrough infection means that a person tests positive for COVID-19 at least two weeks after becoming ...
Have you gotten a virus during the winter before? If so, you’re certainly not alone. Viral activity is much more common during the winter months, even though viruses exist year-round. Why is this is the case, though? Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team provides some helpful information below, so keep reading! Is Viral Activity Affected by Cold Weather? Yes, it is. While cold weather doesn’t make you sick, it does provide a more ...
Is your child experiencing a scary-sounding cough that sounds like a dog’s bark? If so, he or she probably has croup, but you don’t need to worry. Croup is typically harmless, and you can usually effectively treat it in the comfort of your own home. Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team further highlights croup below, so read on! What Is Croup? Croup is a viral upper respiratory infection that almost exclusively affects young ...
The flu often gets worse this time of year, and rates are already higher than they were last year. With fewer people wearing masks and little social distancing, you’ll likely need to be more intentional in preventing the flu this year. Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team highlights some key facts you need to know about the flu below, so keep reading! What Is the Flu? The flu is a respiratory illness caused by ...
Falls in the home are a problem. According to the CDC, more than one in four people ages 65 and older fall each year. Among the elderly, falls can result in serious, life-altering injuries. Whether you’re older than 65 or not, it’s always good to do what you can to lower your risk of falling and injuring yourself inside your own home. Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team highlights what you can do ...
Yes, they can, sinus headaches aren’t the most common sinus infection symptoms. In fact, it’s often the case that most migraines are mistaken as sinus headaches. Why is this, though? Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team provides some helpful answers and information on sinus infections below, so keep reading! What Is a Sinus Infection? A sinus infection, or sinusitis, is an inflammation or swelling of the tissue that surrounds the sinuses, which are ...
It’s safe to do so! Even though your arm or both arms might be pretty sore, the CDC has deemed it safe to get both vaccines at the same time. Read on as our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team provides further helpful info on these vaccines below! Is It OK to Get Both Vaccines at the Same Time? Yes, it is. Since the COVID-19 vaccine is an mRNA vaccine and the flu vaccine isn ...
Atopic dermatitis, which is more commonly known as eczema, is a real pain. Many get it at a young age and grow out of it, while others deal with it throughout the majority of life. Eczema is a tough condition to treat, as it’s quite persistent. Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team shares additional info on eczema below, so keep reading! What Exactly Is Eczema? Eczema is a condition that makes your skin red ...
Stomach pain and nausea make life unpleasant when they introduce themselves into our lives. It’s hard to focus on anything else when your stomach hurts and you feel like you’re about to vomit. Even though nausea and stomach pain are extremely uncomfortable to experience, they can be treated at home, and usually with natural remedies! Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team further explains below, so keep reading. Here’s what to do: Drink ...
Yeast infections are common fungal infections, and they most often occur among females. While these types of infections are common, they’re not usually serious and can often be adequately treated at home without medical care. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah provides some additional helpful info on these types of infections below. What Should I Know About Yeast Infections? Technically, a yeast infection can occur in other parts of the ...
When you’re coughing nonstop from bronchitis, you’ll take anything you can get if it will make the coughing stop. Besides a cough suppressant, which can have side effects like drowsiness, dizziness or dry mouth, there are some other things you can try at home that can help you feel better! Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team provide some further helpful info below. Can Bronchitis Be Treated at Home? Truthfully, it depends on the ...
