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Injuries can happen unexpectedly. Suffering a minor cut may seem like an injury that does not require urgent medical care. However, depending on the cause of the injury, location, and size, you may need to seek medical care to ensure that a cut heals properly. Even small cuts can quickly become infected which can cause complications with healing and extend the recovery time. If you suffer a minor injury, AFC Urgent Care Burlington is available ...

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Colds are common conditions that usually cause mild symptoms. It may be tempting to push through cold symptoms and continue on with your daily routine. However, although colds are typically mild, they can sometimes lead to secondary infections such as bronchitis, sinus infections, and even pneumonia. Keep reading to learn more about how colds can turn into more serious infections and how to avoid complications arising from a common cold. If you’re feeling sick ...

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A wrist sprain is painful and can worsen without proper care. Explore options for treatment and when to seek medical attention. Schedule Appointment Table of Contents How To Tell if You Have a Sprained Wrist Severity of Sprained Wrists How To Treat a Sprained Wrist How To Heal a Sprained Wrist Fast Sprained Wrist Medical Devices Should I Go to the ER or Urgent Care? Activities to Avoid With a Sprained Wrist Visit AFC for Help ...

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Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes gastroenteritis, an inflammation of the stomach and intestines. It spreads rapidly through contaminated food, water, surfaces, or close contact with infected individuals. Symptoms of norovirus infection typically include sudden onset of vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps, and sometimes fever. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and preventive measures is essential to managing and minimizing the spread of this highly contagious illness. Get Directions Causes of Norovirus Norovirus is a very ...

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If you get a deep cut, you may be able to treat it without stitches. Learn more about treating a deep cut. Schedule Appointment Table of Contents What is Considered a Deep Cut? How Deep Does a Cut Need to Be for Stitches? Treatment Other Concerns to Keep in Mind Where To Go for Treatment What is Considered a Deep Cut? A deep laceration is generally considered over a quarter inch deep, but this also depends ...

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During the winter season, many different illnesses tend to circulate. Ear pain is a common symptom many individuals experience. Ear pain can happen during the winter due to a variety of reasons including the cold weather, dry air, and sudden temperature changes. These factors can cause discomfort or exacerbate underlying conditions such as ear infections or sinus congestion. In addition, the pressure changes that occur when transitioning between indoor warmth and outdoor chill can lead ...

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Stomach pain after eating can be a cause for concern, especially if it happens frequently. Learn more about treating frequent and occasional stomach pain. Schedule Appointment Table of Contents Potential Causes and Treatments Upper Stomach vs. Lower Stomach Pain What To Do If Other Symptoms, like Diarrhea, Accompany the Stomach Pain What Do I Do If My Stomach Pain After Eating is Frequent? When Do I Need to See a Medical Provider? Potential Causes and Treatments ...

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Ear bleeding can be a sign of serious medical problems, especially if you’ve fallen or had head trauma. Explore potential ear bleeding causes and treatments. Schedule Appointment Table of Contents Middle or Outer Ear Infection Head Trauma or Falling Torn or Ruptured Eardrum Foreign Object Barotrauma Other Infections Other Symptoms To Watch For When To Visit a Healthcare Provider Visit Your Local AFC Middle or Outer Ear Infection Infections in the ear, whether in the ...

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A lingering cough after a cold can be irritating and exhausting. Use these tips to get rid of your residual cough. Table of Contents What Causes a Lingering Cough How to Get Rid of a Chronic Cough Medications to Try When to See a Provider Visit Your Local AFC What Causes a Lingering Cough One of the most common causes of a chronic cough is a postnasal drip caused by allergies or a cold. Plus ...

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Being sick can be unpleasant. Common colds are very common infections that are caused by viruses. They are contagious through direct contact and airborne transmission and tend to spread quickly during the winter months. Although cold symptoms tend to be mild and will go away on their own over time, their symptoms can lead to fatigue and make it difficult to keep up with day-to-day tasks. In this article, we will discuss common causes of ...

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