No one likes dealing with an upset stomach. Even though they’re often preventable and go away in a relatively timely manner, the can make the day a struggle to get through. Don’t let nausea and an upset stomach get to you by preventing them! Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team highlights some effective ways to keep your gut health intact below, so keep reading. Here’s what to do: Stay hydrated. Read on →

While UTIs and yeast infections show similar symptoms at times, they aren’t the same type of infection. These infections will need to be treated differently for them to get better and go away. Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team further elaborates on these two types of infections below, so keep reading! What’s Different About UTIs and Yeast Infections? Yeast infections occur due to an overgrowth of the Candida fungus, while UTIs result from bacterial infections in the urinary tract. Read on →

Did you know? There are technically two types of bronchitis: acute and chronic. Acute bronchitis is much more common and contagious, while chronic bronchitis is a type of COPD and is much more common among those who smoke. It’s possible to develop both types of respiratory illness, but acute bronchitis is the one you should be on the lookout for as flu season begins to approach and the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Read on →

There are two different types of STDs: bacterial and viral. Bacterial STDs can typically be cured quickly with cured with antibiotics if treatment begins early enough. Viral STDs, however, cannot be cured and can last for a lifetime. It’s possible to manage viral STD symptoms with medications, though. Learn more about STDs from our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team below, including why it’s important to be tested. How Can You Get an STD? Read on →

Let’s face it, boils are pretty gross. They are certainly not at all a sight for sore eyes, and they’re itchy and painful. Boils are more common than you might think, though, since infected hair follicles are a fairly common occurrence. If you’ve developed a skin boil, you’re not alone, and there are things you can do to treat it! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte provides some helpful information. Read on →

Feeling sore after a hard workout is certainly a common feeling for many of us. After all, no pain, no gain, right? While muscle soreness isn’t abnormal, the difference between muscle soreness and muscle strain is quite stark, but how can you tell which one you’re dealing with? Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team shares some helpful information below, so keep reading! How Can I Know If I Pulled a Muscle? Read on →

Even if your kids are great with the family pets, bites can still happen! If the unfortunate happens and your child has been bitten by your family dog or cat, there are some things you can do to care for the bite before heading to our AFC center for treatment. Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte provides some helpful info below, so keep reading! What Should I Do to Care for My Child’s Bite Wound? Read on →

Yes, they are! Rapid strep tests are extremely accurate for both adults and kids alike. Read on as our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team shares some helpful information about strep throat and AFC’s rapid test accuracy below! What Should I Know About Strep Throat? Two different germs cause sore throats: viruses and bacteria. Most sore throats are caused by viruses. The one that comes on suddenly is caused by bacteria (germs) called “strep,” short for streptococci. Read on →

Many of us have had a rash before. We all know that they’re itchy, uncomfortable and sometimes painful, but what are our bodies trying to tell us when we develop a rash? Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team has some answers, so keep reading! Why Do We Develop Rashes? Rashes can be caused by many things, including exposure to certain plants (poison ivy, for example) and allergic reactions to a medication or a certain type of food. Read on →

It can be tempting to panic when suffering a scary-looking cut or laceration, but it’s in your best interest to keep a cool head and think through the basic steps of caring for these types of injuries. Not sure how to care for lacerations? Our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte walks you through how to perform basic first aid below, so keep reading! Here’s what to do: Wash your hands before messing with the wound. Read on →