Although we don’t want them to, bug bites happen—especially in the spring and summer. Whether they’re from a mosquito, ant, spider or some other creepy-crawler, bites are a common spring and summer ailment. While in most cases they aren’t anything to be too concerned about, bug bites can be cause for concern in other scenarios. Learn more from our AFC Urgent Care Hickory team below! What Should I Do If I ...
You begin to feel a sharp pain in your side and lower back, in addition to having trouble urinating; what does this mean? Most likely, you are experiencing a kidney stone, which is quite common. In fact, researchers estimate that about one in 10 people will get a kidney stone during their lifetime. Want to learn more about kidney stones? Our AFC Urgent Care Hickory team shares some helpful info below, so keep reading! What ...
Taking a risk and going to an urgent care can be nerve-wracking at times. No one wants to spend lots of money on health care—especially when it might not be thorough and takes a long time. When you visit our AFC center, we will set your mind at ease! We provide top-quality, non-emergency care at a quick pace and affordable price. Our AFC Urgent Care Hickory team highlights what you should expect when visiting ...
Bruising is a part of life. It’s sometimes a marker of having fun playing with the kids or a reminder of clumsiness, like bumping into a table or chair around the house. Whatever the case may be, most bruises aren’t usually a cause for concern. Our AFC Urgent Care Hickory team shares more info about bruises and why they happen below, so keep reading! What Even Is a Bruise? A bruise occurs when ...
It’s safe to say that nearly every one of us will experience stomach pain at some point in our lives. Most of us experience it on a fairly regular basis, so when is stomach pain an actual cause for concern and not something to brush aside? Our AFC Urgent Care Hickory team provides some helpful answers below, so keep reading! What Causes Stomach Pain? A large number of problems can cause stomach pain. In ...
Mononucleosis, or “mono” for short, is a viral illness that is almost always transmitted through saliva and affects mainly teenagers and young adults. While the symptoms of mono can last for months in some cases, this viral infection isn’t usually thought of as a serious illness. Continue reading to learn more about mono from our AFC Urgent Care Hickory team. What Is Mono? Mono is a set of symptoms that can be caused by ...
Croup is a common respiratory infection among children. It most often occurs in children between the ages of 3 months and 5 years old, and it will likely clear up within a week. Although serious croup complications are rare, croup is not something to take lightly. Our AFC Urgent Care of Hickory, NC team provides more info on this respiratory infection below, so keep reading! What Is Croup? Croup is a condition that irritates and ...
Did you know? There are between 11,000 and 13,000 strep throat cases in the U.S. every year. Thankfully, though, strep throat is highly treatable and typically isn’t a huge cause for concern. Even though it’s treatable, if strep throat is left untreated, it can cause potentially serious complications. Our AFC Urgent Care of Hickory, NC team provides some further information on strep throat and what can happen if it is ...
It seems like everyone is getting sick with respiratory illnesses lately, and bronchitis is yet another respiratory illness to add to the list. In fact, acute bronchitis is one of the most common respiratory illnesses—especially during cold and flu season—due to its contagious nature. There are actually two types of bronchitis—acute and chronic—and our AFC Urgent Care of Hickory, NC team highlights what you need to know about them below! What ...
Feeling that painful twinge in your lower back or neck can be scary. Many of us have likely experienced this feeling before, so how concerned should you be if you pull a muscle? Our AFC Urgent Care of Hickory, NC team is here to provide some helpful answers and information on muscle strains, so read on! How Severe Is a Pulled Muscle? Pulled muscles, or muscle strains, vary in severity. A muscle strain occurs when ...
