If the flu has made its way into your home, you certainly aren’t alone! There have been thousands of influenza cases across the country this season, and North Carolina is no different. If you are feeling under the weather, seeking treatment and relief is probably at the forefront of your mind. While the flu is a viral illness and needs to run its course, there are some things you can do to ease your ...
Getting sick is never fun. It can be especially a nuisance when it is cold outside and leaving your home to seek medication sounds even more miserable. In order to make the most of your trip, you should understand what kind of illness you are suffering from! Viral infections and bacterial infections are two different kinds of illnesses that require different treatment options. Read on as our AFC Urgent Care Hickory team breaks down the ...
If you have a little one sick at home right now, you are not alone! There are so many illnesses circulating right now that it can feel like an uphill battle keeping your kids healthy. If your child is sick, chances are that he or she has had a fever at some point. Did you know that fevers can actually be aiding in his or her recovery? Most fevers are not serious and can actually ...
Influenza season is upon us once more! While it may feel like we just made it through last year’s season, it is time to start protecting ourselves from this year’s strains. Did you know that there are different versions of the flu shot available to you? While there is the standard flu shot that protects against the most common strains, there are high-dose vaccines designed to provide an extra layer of protection for ...
Headaches can be a tricky condition. If you start to experience pain in your head, neck or scalp, it can be scary! Some headaches can indicate a serious problem, while others can just be a sign that you need to drink more water. Thankfully, the majority of headaches don’t indicate a major issue and can be remedied by rest and fluids. Wondering what else you should know about headaches? Our AFC Urgent Care Hickory ...
As the weather starts to change and cool down, cold and flu season begins. No one wants to get sick, but when there are so many illnesses circulating at this time, sometimes it is unavoidable! A specific illness that you need to be especially careful about is respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. While RSV normally produces minor symptoms in adults, it can be dangerous to infants and small children. If your child is starting to ...
Antibiotics are a wonderful tool used to reduce the amount of complications from infection and the potential for death. This includes all people, especially vulnerable populations like the elderly! However, antibiotics are only helpful against bacterial infections, so it is important to know what illness you are suffering from in order to seek the proper treatment. Visit us at AFC Urgent Care Hickory to start the process toward an antibiotic prescription, and check out our ...
Vertigo is not just a spell of dizziness. When you have vertigo, your world seems to continually spin or is constantly in motion around you. It can be debilitating and can create significant struggles in your daily life. Vertigo itself isn’t a disease, rather, it is a symptom stemming from a variety of conditions. It is relatively common, affecting about 40% of Americans at least once during their lifetimes. Our team at AFC Urgent ...
Back pain can originate from a variety of sources, but when you have sciatica, it’s an entirely different kind of pain. It’s usually a burning, shooting pain that radiates down your back and into one of your legs. It can be debilitating and can feel like an electric shock every time you move. The good news is that most cases of sciatica will go away on their own, even if it is really ...
If you suspect that you have an STD, getting tested and treated quickly should be on the forefront of your mind. STDs are incredibly common, and we offer testing right in our clinic. Our staff understands that your sexual health affects your overall physical health, so we aim to make the STD testing process easy and efficient. It is important to get tested quickly to prevent a more serious infection from developing. Learn more about ...
Seasonal allergies can be debilitating if your symptoms are severe enough. No one wants to battle itchy eyes and a runny nose day in and day out. Unfortunately, if you are someone who consistently suffers from allergy symptoms, you may also be at a heightened risk of developing seasonal asthma at some point in life as well. The triggers of allergies and asthma often go hand in hand, and that is why we see such ...
At AFC Urgent Care Hickory, we pride ourselves in offering quality and convenient care to all of our patients. We work hard to be upfront with our prices and vow to not overcharge you for any care that you receive. Even though it can be scary and overwhelming to need urgent care, we do our best to make your visit as transparent as possible in terms of communication, pricing and billing. How Do We Stand ...
People are what make the world go ‘round, and they’re what makes our AFC Urgent Care Hickory center so special. With us, you don’t need to worry about inexperienced medical providers that merely show up for the paycheck—our employees genuinely care for the well-being of each patient. Read on to learn more about us and our team! We don’t push people through the hospital system. Many urgent care centers, if they ...
In short, no, it’s not. Mesenteric adenitis is an abdominal condition that usually only affects children and teens, and it typically goes away on its own. However, its symptoms can be quite concerning for some, due to the fact that they are very similar to symptoms of appendicitis, which is a serious condition. Our AFC Urgent Care Hickory team provides other helpful info on mesenteric adenitis below, so keep reading. What Is Mesenteric Adenitis ...
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 ...
