Have you recently been injured doing an activity? If so, it can be easy to convince yourself that you can get through the injury at home and that you don’t need an X-ray. While in some cases that may be true, it’s not in others. So, how are you supposed to know when your or your child’s injury requires an X-ray or not? Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team provides some answers below. Read on →

Not only are kidney infections uncomfortable to experience, but they can cause some severe health complications when not dealt with properly. Additionally, kidney infections are rare, but anyone can get one. Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte provides some further information below. What Is a Kidney Infection? A kidney infection, or pyelonephritis, is a type of urinary tract infection that generally begins in your urethra or bladder and travels to one or both of your kidneys. Read on →

Earaches are certainly more common among children, but they can happen to adults as well. And if you experience an earache, it can definitely feel concerning. So, what’s causing that dull, throbbing pain? There are many possible culprits, and our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte walks you through some of them below. What Are the Common Causes of Earaches? Injury, infection, irritation in the ear or referred pain are the most common causes. Read on →

Yes! Not only are sports physicals required in the state of North Carolina, but they’re a necessary and helpful way to find out if your child is healthy enough to play the specific sport that he or she longs to play. So, whether it’s baseball at South Charlotte Middle or soccer at Old Providence Elementary, your child needs a physical, and our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team highlights why below. Read on →

Strep throat is one of the more common bacterial infections that you can get at an early age. While it is most common between the ages of 5 and 15, adults can get strep throat, too. In fact, the CDC states that approximately 11,000 and 24,000 Americans fall ill to the infection every year. It’s safe to say that you probably know that one of the most common symptoms of strep throat is a sore throat, so how are you supposed to know if your sore throat is a sign of something more serious? Read on →

Almost a full year later, scientists and experts alike are still perplexed by this awful virus. Symptoms often look different case by case, and now back pain is making its way into the common-symptom conversation. Should you be expecting intense back pain if you have been diagnosed with the virus? Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte answers this question. How Likely Am I to Experience Back Pain? Read on →

Yeast infections can be uncomfortable to discuss and they are certainly uncomfortable to experience, but the fact is that nearly 75% of women will deal with one at some point in their lives. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte shares some helpful and important on this common infection. What it is: Yeast is a fungus that is found naturally in the body, but the immune system works to keep it under control. Read on →

Thankfully, 2020 is finally over. But the pandemic still looms large. On top of that, flu season is in full swing as well. How can we successfully battle against both of these viruses? And, frankly, are they even that different? Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte provides some helpful answers. What Is the Flu? Flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat and sometimes the lungs. Read on →

Let’s face it, many of us have been told to sit up straight our whole lives. But what’s the big deal about it? Does sitting up straight actually offer any benefits? It does. Our parents and elementary school teachers might have actually been onto something, and our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte explains why below. What Does Good Posture Entail? Good posture is when your body is properly aligned while sitting or standing. Read on →

Unfortunately, the risk for severe illness increases with age, and the coronavirus is no exception. Elderly people are among the most vulnerable population and should be extra cautious when dealing with COVID-19. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte explores this topic. How Can COVID-19 Affect My Elderly Relatives? If you have a loved one living in an assisted living or nursing home facility, it is no doubt this year has looked a lot different. Read on →