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Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are a very common condition that can affect both men and women. UTIs are known to cause painful symptoms including burning while urinating, constantly feeling the urge to urinate, and sometimes blood in the urine. Symptoms often go ignored in the early stages, which can delay healing and lead to further infection. Keep reading to learn more about what causes UTIs, prevention tips, and how to treat a UTI fast. If ...

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Being sick can leave you down in the dumps. Congestion is a common illness symptom that can lead to headaches, sinus pain, and even disrupt your sleep. If you’re congested and struggling to find relief, keep reading to learn more about tips for relieving congestion. At AFC Urgent Care Lyndhurst, our board-certified medical providers are available 7 days a week to provide patients near Lyndhurst, NJ with rapid illness symptom relief. Simply walk into ...

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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. Schedule Now 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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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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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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Vertigo is common yet unsettling - for some, vertigo is a mild inconvenience, while it can significantly disrupt daily life for others. But how long does vertigo last? Whether you're experiencing brief episodes or ongoing bouts, the duration of vertigo largely depends on the underlying cause and the type of vertigo you have. Table of Contents What Is Vertigo? How Long Does Vertigo Last? Can Stress Cause Vertigo? How to Prevent Vertigo Visit AFC ${city ...

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As the temperature drops and winter settles in, many people struggle with increased body aches and joint pain. It's a common experience to feel more discomfort during the colder months, and while it may seem like a simple coincidence, there's more to this phenomenon than meets the eye. Table of Contents Why Do My Joints Hurt When It's Cold? Strategies to Manage Body Aches and Joint Pain in Winter Concerned About Your ...

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Whether you’re someone who cooks elaborate meals on the daily or just someone who picks up cooking around the holiday season, the kitchen can be a hazardous place that leaves you prone to injury. One of the most common kitchen-related injuries is burns. Most minor burns can be treated at-home with the proper care, however, there are some cases that this article will review that suggest your burn should be seen by a medical ...

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When you or someone in your family spikes a fever, the first thing that may come to mind is wondering whether they are contagious. Illnesses can spread like wildfire during the fall and winter seasons, so it is important to be wary about keeping your distance from anyone experiencing illness symptoms. Fevers can indicate a multitude of different conditions. However, understanding the underlying cause of the fever is the only way to determine whether you ...

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If you’ve recently enjoyed some time in a hot tub and now find yourself dealing with an itchy, bothersome rash, you might be experiencing what’s commonly referred to as hot tub rash, also known as hot tub folliculitis. A hot tub rash — with itchy, bumpy, red skin — is an infection from common bacteria in hot tubs and swimming pools. Learn how to treat it. Schedule Now Table of Contents What Is It? Signs and ...

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