It’s safe to say that almost every single one of us knows the feeling of being nauseous, and we all know it’s not a pleasant feeling. When those nauseous feelings arise, it can be tough to know what to do in the moment to treat them. Luckily, our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team has some answers to your questions about nausea, and we provide them below. Read on! Here’s what to do: First, when you’re feeling nauseous, avoid lying down. Read on →

UTIs and yeast infections often are mentioned in the same sentence, and understandably so. They’re both uncomfortable infections, but are they the same thing? No, they aren’t, and our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team provides some helpful information on both of these topics below. What Is a Yeast Infection? A vaginal yeast infection is a fungal infection that causes irritation, discharge and intense itchiness of the vagina and the vulva. Read on →

More than 3 million bronchitis cases occur every year, and bronchitis can lead to more severe health problems when left untreated or not treated quickly and effectively. Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team provides some additional information you need to know about bronchitis below, so read on! What Causes Bronchitis? There are two types of bronchitis, acute and chronic, and they’re caused by different things. Acute bronchitis is typically viral, and is caused by influenza, the same viruses that cause colds, and the flu. Read on →

Here’s a sobering thought: Even amidst a global pandemic, America’s STD rate is at a record high, according to the CDC. In fact, experts estimate that the number of sexually transmitted diseases among Americans now totals more than 110 million! Because of this, it’s important to be educated about what STDs are, how they can affect you and what you can do to prevent them. Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team provides this helpful information below, so keep reading! Read on →

For some of us, the word “boil” is enough to make our skin crawl. It’s no secret that boils are extremely uncomfortable to deal with, but they’re actually more common than you might realize. Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team is here to provide some helpful information on skin boils and what you can do if you do end up developing one, so keep reading! What a boil is: A boil is a common, painful infection of a hair follicle and the surrounding skin. Read on →

Pulling a muscle is certainly not a fun feeling. It’s initially painful, and it puts you out for an extended period of time. So, how can you properly heal a pulled muscle to get you back on your feet sooner than later? Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team provides some helpful answers below, so keep reading! What Is a Pulled Muscle? A pulled muscle, or a muscle strain, is the stretching or tearing of muscle fibers. Read on →

We love our cats, but let’s face it—they can be a little finicky at times. Sometimes it only takes being petted the wrong way or picking them up when they want to be left alone to get bit. So, if you have been bitten by your favorite feline, is the bite a cause for concern? It can be, and our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team explains why below. What Should I Do If I’ve Been Bitten By My Cat? Read on →

If you are showing flu-like symptoms, then yes, you should get a rapid flu test at our AFC Urgent Care Farragut center! These tests are quick, painless, reliable and produce results within minutes. Our AFC team further highlights when you should consider getting a flu test below, so keep reading! What Are Signs That I Have the Flu? Common colds and the flu are sometimes confused with each other. While common cold symptoms do come with the flu, you experience them with more severity when dealing with the flu virus. Read on →

It’s no secret that skin rashes are painful and itchy, but they can also be so much so that you won’t have the motivation or concentration to do anything else because they can be so uncomfortable. So, how are long are you supposed to suffer through this discomfort? Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut provides some helpful info about skin rashes below, so keep reading! What Causes Skin Rashes? Skin rashes can be caused by a variety of factors, including infections, heat, allergens, immune system disorders and medications. Read on →

Everyone gets cuts from time to time, but some are worse than others. While you might not realize that your cut needs stitches in the moment, there are some tell-tale signs that your wound might need additional medical attention. Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team highlights some of those signs below, so keep reading! Here’s what to do: Check the size of your cut. If your cut or laceration is deeper or longer than half an inch, has ragged edges and/or is deep enough that fatty tissue, muscle or bone is exposed, you’ll need stitches. Read on →