"It can be tough to tell the difference between mesenteric adenitis and appendicitis. Both conditions cause similar symptoms, but the latter is much more serious than the former. Read on to learn more about both from our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team! What Is Mesenteric Adenitis? Mesenteric adenitis refers to the swelling of the lymph nodes in the abdomen. It’s often caused by a viral or bacterial infection in the intestines, which then causes ...

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To many, spiders are pretty darn scary. Even though these creepy-crawlers do a lot to maintain our beautiful spring lawns and gardens, they pack a punch and can bite when provoked. Thankfully, though, out of the 3,000 types of spiders in the United States, the majority of them won’t cause serious symptoms if they bite you. Read on to learn more from our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team! How Will I Know If ...

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Do you know someone who has had a kidney stone? If so, you likely have heard they are very painful and aren’t any fun at all to experience. While this is certainly the case, kidney stones are highly treatable. Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team further highlights what you need to know about kidney stones below, so keep reading! What Are Kidney Stones? Kidney stones are hard objects that are made up of chemicals ...

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Allergies affect millions of Americans every year. While some experience them in the fall and winter, most experience them during the spring, when trees, grasses, flowers and weeds begin to bloom at a rapid pace. It’s tough to enjoy the beauty of spring when you’re constantly sneezing and sniffling all the time, so is there anything that can be done to quell those symptoms? Yes, there is, and our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah ...

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As much as we want them to be more careful, kids will do what kids do—they’ll run into things and fall down much more than we’d like them to. However, this is what it is to be a kid, and the more active your child is, the better! Is there a point when you should be concerned about the amount of bruises your child is getting, though? Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah ...

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Tummy troubles are very common. If we eat too much, eat something doesn’t agree with our system or feel queasy in the car, the feeling of uneasiness isn’t uncommon. Sometimes, though, persistent tummy troubles can actually be a sign of something more serious. Learn more about the body’s gastrointestinal (GI) system from our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team below! How Does the Gastrointestinal (GI) System Work? The gastrointestinal system runs from the ...

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Did you know? Nearly everyone will come in contact with the Epstein-Barr virus—the virus that causes infectious mononucleosis, or “mono,” for short. Mono is no walk in the park to deal with, but also isn’t typically a cause for much concern if you do happen to get it. Symptoms often clear up in about a month. However, some people claim that mono has had a long-term effect on their immune system. Our AFC ...

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The CDC recently stated that COVID-19 breakthrough infections are substantially more likely now than they were before. But, why? Read on for some helpful answers from our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team. What Causes Omicron Breakthrough Infections? Breakthrough infections are far more likely with the omicron variant than with any other previous form of the coronavirus causing COVID-19. A breakthrough infection means that a person tests positive for COVID-19 at least two weeks after becoming ...

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Have you gotten a virus during the winter before? If so, you’re certainly not alone. Viral activity is much more common during the winter months, even though viruses exist year-round. Why is this is the case, though? Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team provides some helpful information below, so keep reading! Is Viral Activity Affected by Cold Weather? Yes, it is. While cold weather doesn’t make you sick, it does provide a more ...

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Is your child experiencing a scary-sounding cough that sounds like a dog’s bark? If so, he or she probably has croup, but you don’t need to worry. Croup is typically harmless, and you can usually effectively treat it in the comfort of your own home. Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team further highlights croup below, so read on! What Is Croup? Croup is a viral upper respiratory infection that almost exclusively affects young ...

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