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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. Schedule Now 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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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. Schedule Now 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. 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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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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Does Norovirus Cause a Fever?

January 5, 2025

Norovirus, commonly referred to as the “stomach flu,” is a highly contagious virus that causes inflammation of the stomach and intestines, leading to acute gastroenteritis. While its hallmark symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain, many people wonder if norovirus causes a fever. Understanding the connection between norovirus and fever can help individuals recognize and manage this condition effectively. For same-day norovirus treatment, visit the walk-in clinic at AFC Urgent Care Union City. Our medical ...

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Can You Get the Flu Twice in One Season?

January 5, 2025

Flu season is a time when many people take precautions to avoid the influenza virus. But what happens if you’ve already had the flu this year– is it possible to get infected twice? The short answer is yes, it’s possible. In this blog, we’ll cover the important details to understand why and how this can occur, as well as additional tips on how to prevent the flu. For same-day flu treatment, visit ...

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