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Pneumonia: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment

February 9, 2025

You’ve avoided the flu this season, but one morning, you wake up with a nagging cough. Canceling your plans at JAB Kickboxing, you grab your essentials and head to urgent care for peace of mind. Early symptoms of pneumonia often look like the flu, making it easy to mistake one for the other. Pneumonia can affect one or both lungs and is caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Its severity can range from mild ...

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Wrist Sprain: How to Heal Quickly

February 6, 2025

A wrist sprain is painful and can worsen without proper care. Explore options for treatment and when to seek medical attention. Pre-Register Table of Contents How To Tell if You Have a Sprained Wrist Severity of Sprained Wrists How To Treat a Sprained Wrist How To Heal a Sprained Wrist Fast Sprained Wrist Medical Devices Should I Go to the ER or Urgent Care? Activities to Avoid With a Sprained Wrist Visit AFC for Help ...

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Deep Cut Treatment: What to Do & When to Get Stitches

January 30, 2025

If you get a deep cut, you may be able to treat it without stitches. Learn more about treating a deep cut. Pre-Register Table of Contents What is Considered a Deep Cut? How Deep Does a Cut Need to Be for Stitches? Treatment Other Concerns to Keep in Mind Where To Go for Treatment What is Considered a Deep Cut? A deep laceration is generally considered over a quarter inch deep, but this also depends ...

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Differences Between Bacterial and Viral Infections

January 27, 2025

Fatigue and a fever can leave you uncertain about the cause of your illness. A quick online search might raise more questions than answers, so you take it easy, reach out to a healthcare professional, and enjoy some DosBros takeout. To understand the difference between viral and bacterial infections and get the right care, visit our AFC Hixson clinic. Visit AFC Hixson Today. What is a Virus Infection? A virus is a tiny microorganism that ...

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Stomach Pain After Eating: What's Causing It & How To Fix It

January 23, 2025

Stomach pain after eating can be a cause for concern, especially if it happens frequently. Learn more about treating frequent and occasional stomach pain. Pre-Register Table of Contents Potential Causes and Treatments Upper Stomach vs. Lower Stomach Pain What To Do If Other Symptoms, like Diarrhea, Accompany the Stomach Pain What Do I Do If My Stomach Pain After Eating is Frequent? When Do I Need to See a Medical Provider? Potential Causes and Treatments ...

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Ear Bleeding: Causes, Treatment & When to Seek Medical Attention

January 16, 2025

Ear bleeding can be a sign of serious medical problems, especially if you’ve fallen or had head trauma. Explore potential ear bleeding causes and treatments. Pre-Register Table of Contents Middle or Outer Ear Infection Head Trauma or Falling Torn or Ruptured Eardrum Foreign Object Barotrauma Other Infections Other Symptoms To Watch For When To Visit a Healthcare Provider Visit Your Local AFC Middle or Outer Ear Infection Infections in the ear, whether in the ...

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Lingering Cough After Cold: How to Get Rid of Your Residual Symptoms

January 9, 2025

A lingering cough after a cold can be irritating and exhausting. Use these tips to get rid of your residual cough. Table of Contents What Causes a Lingering Cough How to Get Rid of a Chronic Cough Medications to Try When to See a Provider Visit Your Local AFC What Causes a Lingering Cough One of the most common causes of a chronic cough is a postnasal drip caused by allergies or a cold. Plus ...

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Why Does Winter Dry Out My Skin?

January 8, 2025

Dry, flaky skin is a common winter complaint, especially on the hands and legs. While some people only deal with this seasonally, others experience it year-round. Your age, health, and location all play a role in this seasonal frustration. With many saving money after Holiday shopping, read how you can help your dry skin before stopping at Walmart for skincare or a humidifier. Visit AFC Hixson for treatment! Why Does My Skin Get Dry During ...

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Walking Pneumonia: What is it?

December 23, 2024

Maybe you’re not feeling your best today, but life doesn’t stop—family plans, a date at St. John’s Restaurant, or errands await. Winter often brings a surge in respiratory illnesses in Hixson, TN and the surrounding region, making it crucial to know more about conditions like pneumonia. In this blog, we’ll discuss walking pneumonia, its differences from typical pneumonia, and when you should consider stopping by AFC Urgent Care Hixson for ...

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The Relationship Between Technology and Sleep

December 22, 2024

Technology has become an integral part of our daily lives, including our bedtime routines. Many people use electronic devices right before bed, whether scrolling through social media, watching TV, or responding to emails, leading to much research into the relationship between technology and sleep. Join us as we explore how technology affects sleep, debunk common myths, and offer practical tips for creating a more restful, tech-free sleep environment. Table of Contents How Technology and Sleep ...

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