by Social Joey | Jun 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
by Social Joey | Jun 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
by Social Joey | May 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
by Social Joey | May 2, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
by Social Joey | Apr 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
by Social Joey | Apr 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
by Social Joey | Mar 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
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....
by Social Joey | Mar 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
by Social Joey | Feb 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
by Social Joey | Feb 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
