Bronchitis is a very common respiratory illness. In fact, around 3 million cases of bronchitis occur in the U.S. ever year! Even though it’s common, that doesn’t make it any less of a concern if you do happen to get it. Our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team explores the severity and other important facts about bronchitis below, so read on! What Is Bronchitis? Bronchitis is an inflammation of the lining of the ...
STDs are certainly uncomfortable to talk about, but the fact of the matter is that more people suffer from these diseases than you might realize. In fact, the CDC estimates that one in five people have an STD. Because STDs are seldom talked about, many are left uninformed about how these diseases work, what complications they can cause and if those who deal with them will deal with them for life. Our AFC Urgent Care ...
Boils are extremely uncomfortable to experience, but they’re actually more common than you might think. They may occur in hair follicles anywhere on the body but typically pop up in areas where hair and sweat coexist, such as the armpits. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga provides further info on boils and what you can do about them below. What boils are: A boil is a painful, pus-filled bump that ...
If you’ve stood up too quickly or bent the wrong way and you’ve felt a sharp pain go up your back or down your leg, you’ve likely pulled a muscle before. We’ve probably all heard the term “pull a muscle” before, but do you actually know what it means? Our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team explains the term and provides some further information on it below, so keep reading! What Is ...
Even if your dog is friendly and you’re both playing nicely together, bites can happen. Sometimes, they’re nothing to worry about, and sometimes they are. So, is there a certain protocol you’re supposed to follow if you get bitten by your dog or somebody else’s dog? Our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team provides some answers below. What Should I Do First After a Dog Bite? In general, it’s best to ...
They are! If you believe you may have the COVID-19 virus or another type of contagious illness, our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team offers rapid flu, strep and COVID-19 tests that provide accurate results within minutes! We provide some further helpful information below, so keep reading. Am I at an Increased Risk of Getting a Contagious Illness Right Now? According to the CDC, they are seeing “increased Interseasonal Respiratory Syncytial Virus [RSV] activity in parts ...
Red, bumpy, itchy skin can be irritating, painful and, at times, embarrassing. Rashes can be caused by many things, including an allergy to a plant or medication, a food allergy or an illness. If you aren’t sure what the red, bumpy spots on your skin mean, our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team is here to help you feel more informed about the state of your skin! What Causes an Allergic Rash? An allergic reaction ...
Having some first-aid skills is an invaluable tool, especially for parents! Kids get cuts and scrapes all the time. And in some cases, they also get deep cuts that will require stitches. Whatever the case may be, having some working knowledge on how to dress wounds is important, and our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team is here to help you feel informed and prepared! Here’s what to do: First, before tending to the wound ...
It’s safe to say that no one actively wants an X-ray, but when you’re experiencing worrisome pain, they are extremely helpful tools. Although things like bone X-rays are so common, what actually happens when you get an X-ray? Our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team explains the purpose and other facts you need to know about X-rays below. What Does an X-ray Do? X-rays use invisible electromagnetic energy beams to produce images of internal ...
Kidney infections are relatively rare, but they can happen at any age, especially among women. In fact, women are six times more likely to get a kidney infection than men. If you believe you have a kidney infection and aren’t sure what to do about it, read on as our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team provides some helpful info. What Is a Kidney Infection? A kidney infection, or pyelonephritis, is a type of urinary ...
