Nausea and vomiting are common symptoms that can be caused by numerous conditions. While they’re often caused by pregnancy and stomach bugs, feelings of nausea and vomiting can also be caused by loads of other things. Nausea and vomiting are awful feelings, but they’re treatable, thankfully. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team highlights what to do if you’re feeling nauseous below! Here’s what to do: First, sit up and avoid lying ...
Although they’re uncomfortable to talk about and certainly uncomfortable to experience, vaginal yeast infections are very common among women. In fact, up to three of four women will experience a yeast infection at some point in their lives. Keep reading as our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team further highlights this common infection below. What Causes Yeast Infections? A vaginal yeast infection, also known as candidiasis, is a common condition. The fungus, Candida (yeast), is ...
It seems like everyone is getting sick with respiratory illnesses lately, and bronchitis is yet another respiratory illness to add to the list. In fact, acute bronchitis is one of the most common respiratory illnesses—especially during cold and flu season—due to its contagious nature. There are actually two types of bronchitis—acute and chronic—and our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team highlights what you need to know about them below! What Is Bronchitis ...
Getting tested for STDs is important for those who are sexually active. STDs can cause many long-term health problems when left untreated and undiagnosed, but they’re also quite treatable if you get tested frequently and know you have one. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team provides more helpful info on STDs below, so keep reading! When Should I Get Tested for STDs? If you’re sexually active and not in a long-term relationship, you ...
If you have gout, you’re certainly aware of the pain and discomfort it can cause. This form of arthritis affects more than 3 million people in the U.S. every year, but luckily, there are ways you can successfully deal with the pain at home! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne walks you through this condition and what you can do to treat it. What gout is: Gout is a ...
Feeling that painful twinge in your lower back or neck can be scary. Many of us have likely experienced this feeling before, so how concerned should you be if you pull a muscle? Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team is here to provide some helpful answers and information on muscle strains, so read on! How Severe Is a Pulled Muscle? Pulled muscles, or muscle strains, vary in severity. A muscle strain occurs when your specific ...
Getting bitten by an animal certainly isn’t pleasant. Most animal bites are caused by pets, like dogs and cats, and are most common among children. Even though children are most often bitten, adults can get bitten, too! If you’ve been bitten by an animal, it’s important to know basic first aid to care for your bite. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team highlights what you need to know about your bite and ...
Progress with COVID-19 has come a long, long way. It’s crazy to think that only just a year and a half ago, none of us even knew this virus existed. Now, scientists and medical experts alike have developed vaccines that provide immunity for months and tests that provide accurate results in just 15 minutes. While this progress is encouraging, the CDC is finding that there is a rise in respiratory illnesses as masks are ...
It’s natural to think that most rashes that show up on your child at camps like YMCA Summer Camp or Covenant Day School Summer Camp can be easily treated with some OTC creams or other medications, but that’s not always the case! Some will go away over time, and some will keep coming back. Although most rashes are not life-threatening, some rashes can signal something more serious. To learn more about rashes and ...
Everyone gets scraped and cut at some point. Most of the time, these kinds of wounds or lacerations are minor and heal without any treatment at all. However, sometimes cuts require sutures (more commonly known as stitches) to heal correctly. How are you supposed to know when you or your child’s cut or laceration is bad enough to where it needs to be stitched up? Or does it even need to be a serious ...
