Yes, it’s true that stomachaches are a common occurrence; however, if you experience lots of stomach pain on a consistent basis, there could be something seriously wrong. So, how are you supposed to know whether your stomach pain is a cause for real concern? Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team is here to provide some helpful answers, so keep reading! What Causes Stomach Pain? All stomach pain isn’t the same. It can range ...
It’s safe to say that while you might not have heard of mononucleosis before, you’ve probably heard of its more common, abbreviated term, “mono,” before. Mono is a common illness, and it’s most often caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. Teens and young adults are most susceptible to getting the virus. Read on to learn more about mono from our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team. What Causes Mono? Mono can be caused by ...
You’ve likely heard of omicron “breakthrough” infections and how they have become more common over the past couple of months. What does this mean, though? Does this mean that COVID-19 vaccines don’t offer effective protection against COVID-19 and its variants? Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team answer these questions and more below, so keep reading! What Are Breakthrough Infections? According to the CDC, a breakthrough infection is when a person tests positive for ...
More people get sick during the winter months, and this is no coincidence. According to the CDC, the flu and other viruses peak between December and February every year. Why does this happen, though? Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team provides some helpful answers below, so read on! What Causes Virus Infections to Increase in the Winter? One of the most prominent explanations for the rise in viral cases is the cold weather. While cold ...
Is your child coughing a cough that you’ve never heard before? If so, he or she could likely be dealing with croup. Croup is a respiratory infection that many children deal with between the ages of 3 months and 5 years, but even though it sounds scary, it’s highly treatable! Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team further highlights croup below, so read on. What Is Croup? Croup is a respiratory infection, and it ...
Strep throat is a common infection, and it’s most common among children. In fact, about 3 in 10 children with a sore throat actually have strep throat, according to the CDC. Strep throat is a highly treatable infection, and it typically won’t cause many serious complications if it’s taken care of quickly and correctly. Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team provides more helpful information about strep throat below, so keep reading! What ...
Many people are dealing with the flu right now—especially in our area. Unfortunately, Knoxville has been a flu hotspot over the past couple of weeks. If you are one of the many who have recently gotten the flu and are dealing with a fever, there are things you can do to feel better! Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team highlights them below, so read on! Why Does the Flu Get Worse During the Winter ...
Falls in the home happen much more than they should. Since 2007, fall rates have increased every year. There are ways to prevent falls from happening and to lower your fall risk, and our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team highlights them below. Here’s what to do: Stay active. Exercises that increase strength and balance are some of the best things you can do, but some activity is better than none. Avoiding maintaining a sedentary ...
If you’ve had a sinus infection before, you know that it’s not a pleasant experience. There is a lot of mucus involved, and a fever is often a common symptom as well. Headaches can accompany a sinus infection, too, but how are you supposed to know if it’s a symptom of a sinus infection or if it’s unrelated? Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team provides some helpful answers below. What Is ...
The winter months are not a welcoming time of year for sicknesses—especially during the age of COVID-19. With fewer mask mandates and no more social distancing, the concern of a “twindemic” of the flu and COVID-19 is higher this year than it was last year. As we enter peak flu season, it’s important to be aware of flu and COVID-19 symptoms. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Farragut provides some helpful info on ...
