Many of us are aware of what yeast infections are, and many women have had one before. But did you know? While women are certainly more susceptible to getting these types of fungal infections, men can get them, too. Our AFC Urgent Care Greenwood team explains why below, so keep reading. What Is a Yeast Infection? Yeast infections occur when there is an overgrowth of Candida, a type of fungus that lives inside the body. Read on →

Developing a painful, lingering cough can certainly be cause for concern. While both bronchitis and pneumonia are common respiratory illnesses, many of us haven’t actually experienced them before. If a cough gets bad, it could either be bronchitis or pneumonia, but how are you supposed to know what you’re dealing with? Our AFC Urgent Care Greenwood team provides some helpful answers below. What Is Bronchitis? Bronchitis is an inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from the lungs. Read on →

If you’re sexually active, then yes, you’re at risk of developing an STD. Even though STDs are most common among those between the ages of 15 and 24, everyone who is sexually active should get regular STD tests to lower the infection rates and benefit their overall and sexual health. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Greenwood further elaborates. Who Has a Higher Risk of Getting an STD? Read on →

Most muscle strains (pulled muscles) can get better by resting and taking it easy for a couple of weeks. Some strains, however, are more serious and need medical treatment to properly heal. How are you supposed to know if you need medical treatment, though? Our AFC Urgent Care Greenwood team provides some helpful answers below. What Exactly Is a Muscle Strain? A muscle strain is an injury to a muscle or a tendon, which is the fibrous tissue that connects muscles to bones. Read on →

Getting bitten by a dog is common, but that doesn’t make it any less scary—especially when the bite comes from a stray. According to the CDC, about 4.5 million dog bites (including bites by strays) occur annually in the U.S., with 900,000 resulting in infection. So, if you’ve been bitten by a stray dog, what should you do next? Our AFC Urgent Care Greenwood team has some helpful answers, so keep reading! Read on →

Although the Delta variant and recent vaccine hesitancy are causing the COVID-19 infection rates to spike again, the virus is still very much more controlled than it was a matter of months ago. However, with less social distancing and mask-wearing, other respiratory illnesses, such as RSV, are on the rise in the South. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Greenwood explains what RSV is and when you should consider getting tested for a respiratory illness. Read on →

Yes, there are! If you have to sit all day for work, which has become more and more common among occupations since the beginning of COVID-19, we understand that it can be difficult to maintain proper sitting posture and avoid slumping. However, sitting up straight is better for your overall health than you might realize! Our AFC Urgent Care Greenwood team explains why below. What Does a Healthy Sitting Posture Look Like? Read on →

Yes, it’s true that “self-care” is another one of those trendy phrases, but the fact that it’s trendy doesn’t make it any less of a good habit. In fact, healthy self-care practices can be extremely beneficial for both your physical and mental health! Our AFC Urgent Care Greenwood explains why you should consider adding some self-care activities into your weekly schedule below, so keep reading! What Makes Self-Care a Healthy Habit? Read on →

Yes, they do! The state of South Carolina even requires that they have a passed sports physical even before practicing. Our AFC Urgent Care Greenwood team further explains why sports physicals are necessary below. What Is a Sports Physical? A sports physical exam is sometimes called a preparticipation physical examination (PPE), and is an exam that evaluates and ensures the safety of children playing in organized sports. During the physical, your doctor will look for any health complications that could make it unsafe for your kids to participate in sports by reviewing the family’s medical history and requiring a passed physical exam. Read on →

Kidney infections are rare, but they can be severe if you do get one. Women are more prone to get them than men, but they can happen to anyone at any age. Our AFC Urgent Care Greenwood team provides some further information about kidney infections below, so read on. What Exactly Is a Kidney Infection? A kidney infection is a type of UTI where one or both kidneys become infected. Read on →