Why Is My Skin So Dry? As the seasons change and temperatures drop, many South Asheville residents will start battling dry skin. Whether you’re hiking through Bent Creek Experimental Forest, savoring the views along Blue Ridge Parkway, or simply navigating the daily hustle and bustle of life, dry skin can quickly change from a minor inconvenience to a source of extreme irritation and discomfort. With winter just around the corner, it’s time to ...
It’s a holly, jolly time around here in the Arden community! All of the fun family events and upcoming holiday traditions are enough to make any household swell with a sense of contentment and happiness at this time of year. However, lurking just out of sight are all of the different illnesses and infections that someone in your family could come down with that could derail all of your holiday plans. Our AFC Urgent ...
Getting Strep Without Tonsils? Is It Possible? AFC Arden NC Has Answers for You Is getting strep without tonsils possible? The short answer is yes. Strep throat is caused by a particular strain of bacteria, group A Streptococcus. These bacteria can live in the nose and mouth. The bacteria are spread through an infected person's saliva or mucus and contact with contaminated surfaces and objects. A person without tonsils can contract the infection if ...
Can Bronchitis Turn Into Pneumonia? Can bronchitis turn into pneumonia? In some cases, this happens when the inflammation of the bronchial tubes persists for some time and is not treated properly, leading to a bacterial or viral infection that can cause pneumonia. When bronchitis becomes severe, the tiny hair-like structures (cilia) that line the bronchi can become damaged, making it difficult for mucus to clear from the lungs. This trapped mucus creates a breeding ground ...
What Are the Degrees of Burns? A Guide to Identifying Burns So, what are the degrees of burns? If you’ve been wondering how to identify burns, we’ve got the answers for you. Burns are a common injury that can occur from various sources, including hot liquids, fire, chemicals, and sun exposure. Depending on the severity of the burn, it can range from a minor inconvenience to a life-threatening emergency. Therefore, it is crucial ...
Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a potentially dangerous respiratory infection that can cause respiratory distress and other breathing issues. Caseloads tend to rise in the fall and winter months and peak alongside the flu. While most adults will experience a very mild infection, older adults and young children can become really sick from RSV and may need to be hospitalized. Our AFC Urgent Care Arden team understands the potential severity of RSV, so we ...
