by Social Joey | Jun 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Some conditions are more common among children than they are among adults, and mesenteric adenitis is one of those conditions. Children and teens are most susceptible to this condition that is often caused by a virus or bacteria in the stomach. Read on to learn more...
by Social Joey | Jun 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
Mosquito bites are common during the spring, and as much as we want to scratch them when they itch, it’s a bad idea to do so. Scratching mosquito bites can cause infections, which can, in turn, cause more health complications. So, what are we supposed to do when the...
by Social Joey | May 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
Kidney stones can be quite painful, and if you get one, it feels like it lasts forever—even though it generally will only last for about a month. In most cases, kidney stones can be passed without any necessary medical or surgical procedures. Learn more from our AFC...
by Social Joey | May 2, 2022 | Uncategorized
Spring is a season that many of us are eager to welcome. The long, laborious months of winter get old quickly, and the blooming flowers and trees during April and May are sights to behold. As beautiful as spring is, it can be a tough season for many, due to seasonal...
by Social Joey | Apr 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
You’re walking around the home and knock your knee into something you didn’t see; a bruise shows up a day later as a reminder of your clumsiness. This is a common occurrence for many, but there are times when bruises show up and you don’t even remember how you got...
by Social Joey | Apr 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
Yes, it’s true that stomachaches are a common occurrence; however, if you experience lots of stomach pain on a consistent basis, there could be something seriously wrong. So, how are you supposed to know whether your stomach pain is a cause for real concern? Our AFC...
by Social Joey | Mar 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
It’s safe to say that while you might not have heard of mononucleosis before, you’ve probably heard of its more common, abbreviated term, “mono,” before. Mono is a common illness, and it’s most often caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. Teens and young adults are most...
by Social Joey | Mar 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
You’ve likely heard of omicron “breakthrough” infections and how they have become more common over the past couple of months. What does this mean, though? Does this mean that COVID-19 vaccines don’t offer effective protection against COVID-19 and its variants? Our AFC...
by Social Joey | Feb 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
More people get sick during the winter months, and this is no coincidence. According to the CDC, the flu and other viruses peak between December and February every year. Why does this happen, though? Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team provides some helpful answers...
by Social Joey | Feb 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
Is your child coughing a cough that you’ve never heard before? If so, he or she could likely be dealing with croup. Croup is a respiratory infection that many children deal with between the ages of 3 months and 5 years, but even though it sounds scary, it’s highly...
