Bronchitis, an inflammation of the bronchial tubes, can sometimes develop into pneumonia if left untreated. This is more likely in individuals with weakened immune systems. Pneumonia is a lung infection with symptoms such as cough, chest pain, chills, and fever. Both conditions require medical attention, but treatments differ depending on the cause and severity.
What Are the Degrees of Burns? A Guide to Identifying Burns So, what are the degrees of burns? If you’ve been wondering how to identify burns, we’ve got the answers for you. Burns are a common injury that can occur from various sources, including hot liquids, fire, chemicals, and sun exposure. Depending on the severity of the burn, it can range from a minor inconvenience to a life-threatening emergency. Therefore, it is crucial ...
Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a respiratory infection that can cause breathing troubles and can be really dangerous for certain populations. Older adults and small children are disproportionately affected by RSV, and they make up the vast majority of severe cases and hospitalizations across the country. Our AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail team wants you to stay as healthy as possible, so read on to learn more about RSV and the specific signs to ...
Our health is our greatest asset, and a lot of times we can take that for granted while we run around during our day-to-day lives. Getting sick may happen often for some of you, while others feel like they never get sick, even when the flu and various colds are circulating around them. If you are part of that group that seems to never get sick, don’t let your guard down! While you can ...
As a prominent care provider of accessible primary care, urgent care, and occupational medicine services nationwide, American Family Care (AFC) is uniquely positioned to guide and educate the public on pertinent health issues, such as the FDA’s recent decisions on the effectiveness of oral phenylephrine. The FDA held a Non-Prescription Drug Advisory Committee meeting on September 11-12, 2023, to deliberate on the effectiveness of oral phenylephrine as an active ingredient in over-the-counter (OTC) cough ...
Why You Should See an Urgent Care Doctor for Wart Removal Home remedies for warts might not be as effective as you hope, so we recommend seeing an urgent care doctor for wart removal to treat these pesky growths at their source. Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and can appear almost anywhere on the body, causing both physical discomfort and self-consciousness. This article takes you through everything you need to know about ...
You woke up with a sore throat, a mild fever and some body aches. You’re sick, but you don’t know what is causing it! Nowadays, it can be frustrating or even a little overwhelming to get sick, thanks to the pandemic. Many different illnesses share similar symptoms, including the flu, COVID-19 and strep throat, so it can be hard to figure out what illness is causing your symptoms at home. Thankfully, AFC Urgent ...
Everyone is at risk. COVID-19 cases are on the rise again. Cases have spiked all across the country, especially here in the southern states. We know it’s frustrating! COVID-19 still has the potential to make anyone really sick, so it is important to know how to avoid getting sick or know what to do if you start experiencing symptoms. Our AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail team explains more below about who is at risk ...
We are back in the full swing of school, work and fall sports season—and that can be either chaos or organized chaos, depending on how busy your family is! We hope that you find a good rhythm for the year ahead. However, once you find what works for your family, chances are that someone in your family will come down with some type of illness. That’s just the nature of family life! One ...
Back-to-school sports physicals are vital for student athletes. They ensure health and meet requirements. Urgent care clinics offer quick, comprehensive exams with convenience and confidentiality. AFC provides affordable physicals, prioritizing your child's well-being.
