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 ...
STD symptoms aren’t as common as you might think. Yes, there are common symptoms that show up when you get an STD, but many people who have an STD don’t even know they have one! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah goes on to provide further information about STDs below, so keep reading. Who Is at Risk of Getting an STD? Anyone who is sexually active with more than one person poses ...
Gout can affect anyone, but it more often affects men than it does women. In fact, men can be three times more likely to get gout than women because they have higher levels of uric acid most of their lives. Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team provides some more helpful information about this painful form of arthritis below, so keep reading! What gout is: Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis characterized by recurrent attacks ...
You probably know that stretching and warming up before exercising is important, but do you know why? Physical exertion on cold, stiff muscles increases your risk of pulling a muscle, which is painful and can cause long-lasting discomfort. Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team provides further information on muscle strains below, so keep reading! Why Is Stretching Important? Stretching is one of the most underrated components of maintaining proper muscle health. It can be easy ...
Dogs are a man’s best friend, but sometimes even man’s best friend can be cranky. If your dog bites you, which can happen to anyone, what should your next steps be? Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team answers that question and provides further helpful information below, so keep reading! Should I Go to the Doctor if I’ve Been Bitten? While some bites don’t absolutely require medical attention to properly heal, most ...
Strep throat is very common among children between the ages of 5 and 15. In fact, it’s estimated that between the ages of 5 and 15, at least 15–40% of sore throat cases among children are actually caused by Streptococcus bacteria (strep throat). If your child experiences strep throat symptoms, it’s important to make sure he or she gets tested! Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah center explains why below. How Can I ...
Rashes can be caused by many things, whether it’s an allergy to a specific food, plant or medication, or whether it was spread by someone with a contagious infection. Whatever the case may be, rashes are uncomfortable and itchy, and no one wants to experience one. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah provides further helpful information on rashes and their common causes. What Is an Allergic Rash? An allergic rash ...
Did you accidentally cut yourself? If you have, it happens, and it’s certainly easy to panic once you see blood flowing out of your arm or hand. It’s natural to think you might need stitches after getting cut, but that’s not always the case. Most shallow cuts will heal on their own, so how are you supposed to know when you should visit the doctor for potential stitches? Our AFC Urgent Care ...
It’s never a fun situation when you have to schedule an X-ray. Although X-rays involve radiation and are usually scheduled because of injuries or things of that nature, they are generally safe to get. Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team explains why below. What Are X-rays? An X-ray is a common imaging test that’s been used for decades, and it helps your doctor view the inside of the body without having to make ...
Kidney infections are rare, but they can cause serious complications if not taken care of quickly. How are you supposed to know if you have one? And if you do have one, how are they treated? Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team provides some answers below. How Can I Know If I Have a Kidney Infection? First off, you will experience symptoms such as fever, pain or discomfort when urinating, pain in the back, side ...
It can. We all know that hearing loss can be caused by lots of different factors, such as aging and injury, but an untreated ear infection can impair your hearing as well. How, you ask? Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team provides some answers below, so keep reading. How Do Ear Infections Cause Hearing Loss? Hearing loss caused by an ear infection is referred to as “conductive hearing loss” and is commonly caused by an ...
Ooltewah Middle and Elementary spring sports are finally upon us! We know that your student athletes are excited, but they have to get a sports physical before they can fully participate. Why, you ask? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah has some answers, so read on! Who Needs a Sports Physical? Most states, like Tennessee, require all student athletes complete a sports physical before participating in any school-sanctioned sport. If your child is playing ...
Strep throat is a common bacterial infection, affecting between 11,000 and 24,000 Americans every year. So, how can we avoid this uncomfortable sickness? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah has the answers, so read on! What Should I Know About Strep Throat? Strep throat is an infection in the throat and tonsils caused by a bacteria group called A Streptococcus, or group A strep. When not dealt with in a timely manner ...
With COVID-19, it sometimes seems like the symptoms are endless. In some cases, people complain about a lack of taste or smell. In other cases, people complain about intense body and backaches, so what should you expect if you contract the virus? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah has some answers, so read on. Is Back Pain a Common Symptom of COVID-19? Maybe not back pain specifically, but body aches are. However, back pain ...
Yeast infections are very uncomfortable to experience and to talk about, but the fact is, they are a very common infection among women. In fact, nearly three out of every four women will experience this infection at some point in their lives. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah is here to provide you with the necessary information you need on yeast infections, so read on. Here’s what to do: Monitor your symptoms, first ...
