If you suspect a bronchitis or pneumonia infection, you may be feeling pretty sick. Any time our lungs are affected by infection, it can make it harder to breathe normally and can cause a nasty cough. While you may feel sick for a while, the majority of cases will go away on their own in a week or two. That being said, it is crucial that you receive a proper diagnosis for your illness! Certain ...
There is a lot to enjoy about the winter season in Tennessee! The drop in temperatures and winter activities can make it a fun time of year. The arrival of viral infections, however, is not one of the perks of the season. The common cold and the flu are common illnesses at this point in the year, and COVID-19 continues to stick around. If you are feeling sick, our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team can ...
Influenza is one of the most common contagious illnesses in the world! Because of this, chances are you have at least had it or been exposed to it already this year. Since it is such a common illness, it is important to understand what symptoms are associated with the flu. If you haven’t gotten your flu shot yet, there is still time! Getting vaccinated at any point during the season can offer you protection ...
When you are sick, you can expect to experience a wide variety of different symptoms. Headaches, congestion and a sore throat are all some of the more common side effects of illness. Fever is also a common symptom. While some fevers can cause even more symptoms, others can be present with no symptoms at all! In both cases, your body is working hard to overcome whatever illness you have. Our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team ...
Getting sick is never on anyone’s to-do list, especially around the holiday season. Unfortunately, this time of year is usually when it is more likely that you will get sick. Influenza is all around us, but we have the tools at our disposal to help ward off serious illness. This is where an annual flu shot comes in handy! Our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team recommends that everyone eligible should get a flu shot ...
Pregnancy can be such a wild time in your life. All of the changes, planning and preparing can keep you busy from morning until night! The miracle of life is a wonderful thing, but it also can cause some unpleasant symptoms, including headaches. Headaches can happen at any point and can indicate different things based on which trimester you are in. While many headaches are just an annoyance during pregnancy, there is a small possibility ...
When we stop to think about some of the greatest human inventions, things like the internet, the telephone and the wheel all probably come to mind! We would also add the development of antibiotics to that star-studded list. The development of antibiotics has reduced our risk of serious complications or death due to a bacterial infection drastically. Coming down with an ear infection or strep throat is no longer usually a threat to your life ...
When you have vertigo, it is more than just a dizzy spell. Your entire body and head is affected and your world seems to continually spin or shift around you. It can be debilitating and begin to impact your daily life. Even though vertigo can be a diagnosis, it is not a disease. Rather, it is a symptom coming from a variety of conditions. Approximately 40% of Americans end up having a case of vertigo ...
Who says drinking water and staying hydrated has to be boring? Granted, making sure your body is getting enough water takes a little more mindfulness than you might be used to, but there are lots of great fruits and sparkling waters that can make staying hydrated a little more fun. Don’t believe us? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga proves it below. How Much Water Is Enough? Most experts and scientists alike recommend ...
No wonder there are so many toothpaste and gum commercials because having bad breath can be such an embarrassing feeling! Although gums and toothpastes are usually pretty good temporary solutions to bad breath, they don’t address the root of the problem. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga is here to help you find out why your breath smells. Why Does My Breath Smell? Certain foods, health conditions and habits are among the causes ...
