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" Prostatitis is a common condition involving inflammation or swelling of the prostate gland, located beneath the bladder in men. Nearly half of all men exhibit symptoms of prostatitis or similar conditions at some point in their lifetime, which can happen gradually or suddenly. Prostatitis commonly affects men under the age of 50. Causes & Types of Prostatitis There are four types of prostatitis: Acute Bacterial Prostatitis happens suddenly, with painful symptoms including fever, chills, a strong ...

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" Patients are likely to have stomach pain, discomfort, and nausea due to a variety of seasonal illnesses that spread in the wintertime. Common colds, the flu, and other viruses can lead to nausea as well as other ailments. Because nausea is caused by a variety of reasons, it is important for patients to get the proper treatment. Deciding the best medical option for treatment can help patients save on time and cost for their care ...

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" The immune system—it’s a hard-working system in our bodies, but we very rarely think about it until something goes wrong. But incold and flu season, this important system can be a vital component in staying well. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Warrington wants to take a few minutes to talk about the role your immune system plays and how you can keep it strong. Patients should understand that during cold and flu ...

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" Our eyes are much like the rest of our bodies—we seldom think about them until something is wrong. But it’s important to protect your eyes to ensure good eye health, strong vision, and protect against potential ailments that worsen eye vision. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Warrington wants to get the word out about Eye Care Month this January to share some insight about your eyes and how to ...

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" Poison Ivy: Pointed, shiny leaves that are a bit droopy with the middle leaf being the largest and side leaves growing from the stem is a flowering plant that grows in the Asian and north American regions. The leaves have different colors in different seasons. Cause:  When the poison ivy is touched or comes in contact with the skin, a clear liquid in the plant’s sap called urushiol causes the rash. The rashes can ...

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" Pneumonia is specific type of lung infection that can lead to long-term health conditions if patients don’t take the time to get the appropriate treatment. Even though most cases of pneumonia are mild, some can be life-threatening in extreme cases of the disease. According to the Mayo Clinic, It is an infection or inflammation in the airsacs of the lungs due to accumulation of pus or fluids making breathing difficult. The causes of pneumonia ...

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" AFC Urgent Care at Warrington is ready to help prepare the children for their school year and also get them ready for school sports! Every single child will need an updated sports physical in order to play any sports in school leagues as well as private/travel leagues. But a sports physical also helps to ensure that children don’t have any current health concerns and are able to safely participate in sports. Sports physicals ...

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" This winter, and possibly in the late springtime, you’ve probably experienced or seen other patients with a case of influenza, or the flu. Currently, the virus is still one one of the leading causes of seasonal illness in Warrington as well as the U.S. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control estimate that upwards of 11% of the entire U.S population get sick each year. Additionally, this year’s flu season is ...

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" Skin is your body’s biggest organ. It has a wide range of capacities, including covering and securing your body. It helps keep germs out. Be that as it may, in some cases the germs can cause a skin infection. This regularly happens when there is a break, cut, or twisted on your skin. It can likewise happen when your insusceptible framework is debilitated, as a result of another infection or a therapeutic treatment. Some ...

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" Back pain: One of the most predominant pains experienced by the people across the world is back pain. It can actually cripple ones daily routine. Causes: Following are some of the common causes of back pain: Arthritis Disc problem Sciatica Muscular strain Wrong body posture Nerve Pain Symptoms: Severe back pain Radiating pain to the knees and legs Decreased ability to and range of motion to move the back Prevention: Regular exercise Weight Control Correct ...

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