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Is getting strep without tonsils possible? Yes. Strep throat is caused by bacteria that can live in the nose and mouth, spread through saliva or contact with contaminated surfaces. Strep throat symptoms include sore throat, pain when swallowing, fever, red/swollen tonsils, and swollen lymph nodes. Tonsillitis and strep throat are different. Strep throat is caused by bacteria, while tonsillitis can be caused by bacteria or a virus. If you think you have tonsillitis or strep throat, visit an urgent care center for diagnosis and treatment.

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Bronchitis, an inflammation of the bronchial tubes, can sometimes develop into pneumonia if left untreated. This is more likely in individuals with weakened immune systems. Pneumonia is a lung infection with symptoms such as cough, chest pain, chills, and fever. Both conditions require medical attention, but treatments differ depending on the cause and severity.

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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 ...

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Getting sick during the fall and winter seasons is always annoying, but it is unfortunately the most common time to fall ill. With all of the increased time spent indoors and the rise in different infections, getting sick is sometimes just a part of life. One of the frustrating things about this time of year is that many circulating infections can share similar symptoms, so it can be hard to know what you are suffering ...

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Yes, of course! We will always recommend that everyone eligible should get a flu shot as early as possible in the season. The flu, COVID-19 and other infections are on the rise already this year, and we expect another few months of high caseloads. Getting sick is always a possibility, so why not arm yourself with the antibodies you need to ward off influenza this season? Come see us at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway ...

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As a prominent care provider of accessible primary care, urgent care, and occupational medicine services nationwide, American Family Care (AFC) is uniquely positioned to guide and educate the public on pertinent health issues, such as the FDA’s recent decisions on the effectiveness of oral phenylephrine.  The FDA held a Non-Prescription Drug Advisory Committee meeting on September 11-12, 2023, to deliberate on the effectiveness of oral phenylephrine as an active ingredient in over-the-counter (OTC) cough ...

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Why You Should See an Urgent Care Doctor for Wart Removal Home remedies for warts might not be as effective as you hope, so we recommend seeing an urgent care doctor for wart removal to treat these pesky growths at their source. Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and can appear almost anywhere on the body, causing both physical discomfort and self-consciousness. This article takes you through everything you need to know about ...

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So, you woke up with a scratchy throat and suspect that if you took your temperature, it would probably read a fever. There’s no doubt about it—you’re sick. There are many different illnesses that could produce these symptoms, so it can be hard to tell what you are sick with on your own. That’s where we come in! Our team can test you for COVID-19, strep throat and influenza in a ...

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We have been through a lot together over the course of the last few years. While we are grateful to have those intense months and years of the pandemic behind us, COVID-19 is still circulating in our community. Different strains and variations still have the possibility of making you really sick, so you can’t let your guard down. This is especially true as we are headed into the cooler months, and we have already ...

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Living a long and healthy life is a goal for so many of us, and we all work hard every day to take care of ourselves through our diet and exercise routine as well as maintaining meaningful social relationships. However, aging is inevitable and certain risks increase as we get older. Falling at home is a risk that certainly affects the older population more significantly, and the older you become, the greater the risk of ...

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