Not all tummy troubles are created equal. Some will go away quickly and are results of eating something that doesn’t agree with your system, but some are actually signs of gastrointestinal (GI) disorders or infections. Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team shares more info about GI infections below, so keep reading to learn more! What Are GI Infections? Gastrointestinal infections are infections of the digestive system and GI tract that are caused by ...
Infectious mononucleosis is the fancier, medical term for what we all know as “mono.” Mono is a viral illness that usually affects teens and young adults, and it causes symptoms like extreme fatigue and a fever. Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team shares other helpful info on mono below, so keep reading! What Causes Mono? Mono can be caused by a variety of viruses, but the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is the most common cause ...
The CDC has recently stated that “breakthrough” omicron infections are expected, but why? Vaccine efficiency against omicron is poorer, according to experts, due to omicron’s mutations, which make it more transmissible than previous variants and more able to resist the passive immunity gained from vaccination. But aren’t vaccines supposed to help? They are, as explained by our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team below. What Should I Know About Breakthrough Infections? A breakthrough ...
If you have kids, it’s safe to say that you’re fully aware that with the winter months come more and more viral infections. Kids often get sick at school between December and February, and this is because viruses, such as the flu, peak during this time of year, according to the CDC. Why do the winter months cause more viral activity, though? Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team provides some helpful answers ...
Croup is not a pleasant thing for either children or parents to experience. While young children are really the only age group that get croup, as a parent, it can be tough to hear your kids have that scary-sounding, “barking” cough when they come down with a case of croup. Even though it literally sounds scary, croup is usually very treatable! Read on as our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team further elaborates on croup ...
Strep throat is a common infection among children, but adults can certainly get it, too. This bacterial infection is more common during the winter months, and it should be treated sooner rather than later to prevent serious potential side effects. Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team provides further information on strep throat below, so keep reading! What Should I Know About Strep Throat? Strep throat is a bacterial infection that is caused by group ...
By now, you probably know that a fever is one of the more common flu symptoms. Will this is the case, it’s possible to have the flu without having a fever. Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team highlights what you need to know about the flu and its symptoms below, so read on! What Is the Flu, And Why Is It More Common During the Winter? The flu is a respiratory illness caused ...
Falls happen much too often in America. According to the National Institute of Health, six out of 10 elderly people will fall at home. Oftentimes, when falls happen among the elderly, they result in serious injuries. If you or a loved one falls, it’s important to know what to do next in case a fall happens when no one else is at home. Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team provides some helpful info ...
Yes, they are! While it’s true that many migraines are actually mistaken as sinus headaches, headaches still remain symptoms of sinus infections. Sinus infections are most common during the fall and winter seasons, so it’s important to be aware of their signs and symptoms. Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team highlights what you need to know about sinus infections below, so read on! What Are Sinus Infections? Lying behind your eyebrows, behind ...
The less careful you are, the more likely it becomes. While getting COVID-19 and the flu at the same time is a scary thought, there are things you can do every day to lower your chances of this happening. Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team elaborates on why you can get these two viruses at the same time and what you can do to protect yourself below, so keep reading! Why Can You Get ...
Has a strange, circular, ringed rash recently popped up on your body? If so, you’ve probably caught ringworm. While ringworm isn’t comfortable and it’s highly contagious, it isn’t a serious infection. Learn more from our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team below! What Is Ringworm? Ringworm, also known as dermatophytosis, is a fungal infection of the skin. Instead of it being caused by a worm, it’s caused by a fungus ...
No one likes dealing with an upset stomach. Even though they’re often preventable and go away in a relatively timely manner, the can make the day a struggle to get through. Don’t let nausea and an upset stomach get to you by preventing them! Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team highlights some effective ways to keep your gut health intact below, so keep reading. Here’s what to do: Stay hydrated. The ...
While UTIs and yeast infections show similar symptoms at times, they aren’t the same type of infection. These infections will need to be treated differently for them to get better and go away. Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team further elaborates on these two types of infections below, so keep reading! What’s Different About UTIs and Yeast Infections? Yeast infections occur due to an overgrowth of the Candida fungus, while UTIs result ...
Did you know? There are technically two types of bronchitis: acute and chronic. Acute bronchitis is much more common and contagious, while chronic bronchitis is a type of COPD and is much more common among those who smoke. It’s possible to develop both types of respiratory illness, but acute bronchitis is the one you should be on the lookout for as flu season begins to approach and the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Our AFC Urgent ...
There are two different types of STDs: bacterial and viral. Bacterial STDs can typically be cured quickly with cured with antibiotics if treatment begins early enough. Viral STDs, however, cannot be cured and can last for a lifetime. It’s possible to manage viral STD symptoms with medications, though. Learn more about STDs from our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team below, including why it’s important to be tested. How Can You Get an ...
Let’s face it, boils are pretty gross. They are certainly not at all a sight for sore eyes, and they’re itchy and painful. Boils are more common than you might think, though, since infected hair follicles are a fairly common occurrence. If you’ve developed a skin boil, you’re not alone, and there are things you can do to treat it! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte ...
Feeling sore after a hard workout is certainly a common feeling for many of us. After all, no pain, no gain, right? While muscle soreness isn’t abnormal, the difference between muscle soreness and muscle strain is quite stark, but how can you tell which one you’re dealing with? Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team shares some helpful information below, so keep reading! How Can I Know If I Pulled a Muscle? Telling ...
Even if your kids are great with the family pets, bites can still happen! If the unfortunate happens and your child has been bitten by your family dog or cat, there are some things you can do to care for the bite before heading to our AFC center for treatment. Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte provides some helpful info below, so keep reading! What Should I Do to Care for My Child’s Bite ...
Yes, they are! Rapid strep tests are extremely accurate for both adults and kids alike. Read on as our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team shares some helpful information about strep throat and AFC’s rapid test accuracy below! What Should I Know About Strep Throat? Two different germs cause sore throats: viruses and bacteria. Most sore throats are caused by viruses. The one that comes on suddenly is caused by bacteria (germs) called “strep ...
Many of us have had a rash before. We all know that they’re itchy, uncomfortable and sometimes painful, but what are our bodies trying to tell us when we develop a rash? Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team has some answers, so keep reading! Why Do We Develop Rashes? Rashes can be caused by many things, including exposure to certain plants (poison ivy, for example) and allergic reactions to a medication or a ...
