When to Get Stitches

When to Get Stitches

Everyone gets scraped and cut at some point. Most of the time, these kinds of wounds or lacerations are minor and heal without any treatment at all. However, sometimes cuts require sutures (more commonly known as stitches) to heal correctly. How are you supposed to...
When Should My Child Get an X-ray?

When Should My Child Get an X-ray?

Whether it’s at a YMCA Summer Camp or during a sporting event at Covenant Day School Summer Camp, injuries happen. So, if your child is dealing with sore ribs or a hurt ankle, is it time to take him or her to get an X-ray? It could be, and our team at AFC Urgent Care...
What Should I Do If I Get a Kidney Infection?

What Should I Do If I Get a Kidney Infection?

A kidney infection is serious stuff. It’s possible to use some at-home remedies to ease pain and symptoms, but you should always go to a doctor first if you are afraid you have a kidney infection. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team provides more helpful information...
Are There Different Kinds of Ear Infections?

Are There Different Kinds of Ear Infections?

Yes, there actually are. While most children typically get sick with a middle ear infection, adults can experience three different kinds of ear infections: inner, middle and outer ear infections. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team walks you through each type of ear...
Do I Have Strep Throat?

Do I Have Strep Throat?

Did you know? Between 11,000 and 24,000 Americans fall ill from strep throat every year, and many are beginning to feel its effects in our area. But, why? How does a person even get strep throat in the first place? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne has the...