If you have asthma, chances are that you developed it as a young child. Many cases present themselves when you are younger when your body reacts to the triggers that irritate your lungs. But did you know that you can still develop asthma as an adult? Just because you avoided the diagnosis as a child doesn’t mean you will avoid it for life. It is not unheard of for people in their 50s or 60s to be diagnosed! Read on →

When your children are involved in athletics, it seems like you are all constantly on the go. From games, to camps, to practices, they are always in motion—and you are too, chauffeur! But what would happen if your child suddenly got hurt while on the field or court and everything came to a standstill? Our AFC Urgent Care TN team sees sports injuries all the time, and we can help your child back on the path to wellness. Read on →

Choosing to visit an urgent care center to get non-emergency care doesn’t have to be a tough decision. Although it can be difficult to trust the medical providers that are associated with some urgent/family care centers, you don’t have to worry about that with us! Our AFC Urgent Care NC team is chocked full of medical providers who are not only experienced but who also care deeply for their patients. Read on →

Heart issues are rampant in the United States. In fact, heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in America. While ventricular tachycardia isn’t really related to heart disease, it is a fairly rare heart issue that can cause catastrophic complications if it is recurrent. Our AFC Urgent Care TN team explains more about it below, so keep reading. What Exactly Is Ventricular Tachycardia? Ventricular tachycardia (VT) is a heart arrhythmia issue in which the ventricles (the two lower chambers of the heart) bump blood too quickly. Read on →

Mesenteric adenitis is a tricky condition. It’s most common among children and teens, but it’s often confused with appendicitis, due to the fact that they both share a common symptom of lower right abdominal pain. The difference between the two, though, is that mesenteric adenitis is almost always caused by a prior infection while appendicitis isn’t. Read on to learn more about mesenteric adenitis from our AFC Urgent Care NC team. Read on →

Mosquitoes are all too familiar in east Tennessee. They thrive in humid climates, and they tend to be real pests when you’re going on hikes in the Smokies or playing in the yard with the family. Also, the fact that mosquitoes are drawn to some people’s blood more than others isn’t a myth! If you are a person who mosquitoes like to bite, read on to learn more from our AFC Urgent Care TN team. Read on →

AFC Urgent Care NC isn’t like other urgent care chains—we deliver on what we promise. When we say we will provide quality care in under an hour, we deliver. When we say your checkup, vaccine or rapid test won’t cost an arm and a leg, we deliver. We are proud to provide quality care at an affordable price and quick pace, and we highlight how we make that happen below. Keep reading! Read on →

If you tend to deal with lots of sneezing, itchy eyes and sniffling during the spring months, do you ever wonder why? In most cases, pollen is the main culprit, but there are actually a few other culprits that might be the cause of your spring allergies. Read on as our AFC Urgent Care TN team explains! What Is Causing My Spring Allergy Symptoms? As we said earlier, pollen is the most likely culprit. Read on →

Bumping into something and then waking up with a gnarly bruise the next day is a common occurrence; however, waking up the next day with a gnarly bruise with no real explanation isn’t. If this has happened to you, what’s the cause? Our AFC Urgent Care NC team provides some helpful explanations below, so keep reading! What Is a Bruise, Exactly? Blood vessels beneath the skin pop as a result of force or trauma, resulting in a bruise. Read on →

Stomach pain is one of the most common symptoms that we experience. Whether it’s due to suspect food, a wild roller-coaster ride or feeling anxious, our stomachs feel queasy from time to time. Sometimes, though, stomach pain is cause for a bit more concern and can be a sign that something more serious is going on. Learn more about stomach pain and what it could mean from our AFC Urgent Care TN team! Read on →