If you walk in on your sleeping child only to hear him or her softly snoring away, it can seem both sweet and also concerning. Snoring isn’t as common in children as it is in adults, but it can still happen! In fact, one in 10 children are reported to have a mild snoring problem. The sound of snoring is not dangerous, but when snoring itself is paired with other nightly symptoms and daytime struggles, it can indicate a need to investigate the issue further. Read on →

Antibiotics are one of the most effective medical inventions of our time. Before their development, 30% of all reported deaths in the United States were due to a bacterial infection! Scary to think about, right? Thankfully, an infection diagnosis does not come with such a dire outlook today. The use of antibiotics is a very effective and reliable way to combat bacterial infections. We see infections all the time here at AFC Urgent Care Greenwood, so we can offer some tips on how to use your prescription appropriately below. Read on →

If your child has asthma, it can seem like a constant battle of encouraging him or her to just be a kid and be active while staying protected from an asthma attack. It can be especially difficult if your child is a sports fanatic! Having an asthma diagnosis shouldn’t be limiting to your child in most cases, though. By adapting and adjusting as needed, there is no reason why your child shouldn’t enjoy the sports he or she loves. Read on →

Abnormal heart rhythms are fairly common in America. Ventricular tachycardia, which is a type of arrhythmia, is not very common, though. Only about 90,000 Americans are diagnosed with this condition each year, but it is worth knowing about. Our AFC Urgent Care Greenwood team provides information about it that you need to know below, so keep reading! What Is Ventricular Tachycardia? Ventricular tachycardia (VT, for short) is a heart rhythm issue that is caused by abnormal electrical signals in the ventricles. Read on →

Mesenteric adenitis sounds serious, doesn’t it? Although it’s fairly common among children and young teens, it doesn’t normally cause any serious or life-threatening health complications. Our AFC Urgent Care Greenwood team highlights what you need to know about this condition below, so keep reading! What Causes Mesenteric Adenitis? Mesenteric adenitis refers to inflammation of the lymph nodes in the abdomen. The most common cause is a viral or bacterial infection in the intestines. Read on →

At times, it feels like mosquitoes are everywhere during the summer. Spraying on DEET and wearing pants and long-sleeve shirts are a must when it’s really humid after a hard rain. While mosquito bites are common, some can be worse than others. Read on to learn more from our AFC Urgent Care Greenwood team about mosquitoes and what you can do to treat their bites. How Can I Know If I Have a Mosquito Bite? Read on →

You’ve likely heard of kidney stones before, or you’ve known someone who has had one. You might have even had one yourself, and if so, you know that they aren’t a pleasant thing to deal with. But do you know what causes them? Find out from our AFC Urgent Care Greenwood team below! What Are Kidney Stones? Kidney stones are hard deposits formed by a variety of minerals and substances found in urine. Read on →

Unfortunately, no. We know this is sad news for those who have a tough bout with seasonal allergies every year, but there’s no known cure for seasonal allergies at this point. In some cases, people grow out of them when they get older, but this isn’t a guarantee. If you deal with seasonal allergies every year, our AFC Urgent Care Greenwood team provides some info you need to know below. Read on →

Sometimes, a bruise pops up on our bodies and we remember exactly what happened to cause it. Other times, though, bruises show up unexplained. If this happens often to you, when should you be concerned? Our AFC Urgent Care Greenwood team shares some helpful info below, so keep reading. What Exactly Is a Bruise? When you experience skin trauma, it can crush blood vessels under the skin, causing them to pool and form a bruise. Read on →

This is a difficult question to answer. Some gastrointestinal (GI) infections are more serious than others, but they’re also very common among Americans—more than 20 million Americans experience GI infections each year. So, what exactly are GI infections? Our AFC Urgent Care Greenwood team shares some helpful info below, so keep reading! What Are GI Infections? Gastrointestinal infections are infections of the GI tract that can be caused by a number of bacteria, viruses and parasites. Read on →