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Sunburn Treatment in North Andover, MA
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AFC Urgent Care North Andover provides all patients with the care they need, when they need it. Learn more about our patient services.
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Sunburns frequently happen throughout the summers. Once the weather gets warm, and you are spending more time outside, you are more likely to experience sunburn at least once. Without proper precautions, some sunburns can be more severe than others.
AFC Urgent Care North Andover wants you to enjoy your summer as much as possible. That’s why we provide urgent care treatment for sunburns on a walk-in basis. Visit us seven days a week to help get receive for a painful sunburn.
Sunburns Causes near Andover, MA
Sunburns are common, acute inflammatory responses to the skin being exposed to ultraviolet radiation (UVR). When your skin is exposed without any protection, you are likely to experience a sunburn.
Some patients are more likely to get a sunburn than others. However, everyone is at risk no matter the person. A few risk factors of getting sunburned include:
- Duration of exposure
- Height of the sun – greatest exposure is midday, around noon
- Lack of protective sunscreen or clothing
- Lighter skin pigmentation
Sunburn Treatment near Boxford, MA
Most sunburns can be treated at home with over the counter medicines and remedies, while a severe sunburn might need the evaluation of a medical provider. You should also seek medical attention if you’re experiencing symptoms such as blisters, excessive peeling, chills or fever, or dizziness.
At AFC Urgent Care North Andover, we treat symptoms of sunburns on aWalk-in basis. Some of the services we provide include:
- Full examination for skin color change, blisters, and capillary refill
- Assessment degree of pain
- Evaluation for symptoms of dehydration and heat exhaustion
Contact AFC Urgent Care North Andover
Open seven days a week, our walk-in clinic can treat you symptoms without you needing an appointment to be seen.
We accept a range of health insurances as well as provide low-cost care for those without.We can also provide referrals for further treatment, if necessary.
For more information about the services we provide, please call to speak with one of our medical professionals at(978) 470-0800.
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Why choose AFC for Urgent Care?
With state-of-the-art centers and a professional medical team, AFC provides on-site X-rays, labs, procedures, and more!
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What's the difference between AFC Urgent Care and emergency room services?
Urgent care is for medical conditions that require prompt attention but do not pose an immediate threat to your health or life. Here is a simple rule of thumb: if your medical issues(s) are life threatening, call 911, or go directly to a hospital emergency room. If not, an urgent care center such as AFC is an excellent alternative.
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