Ear Infection and Earache
The most common cause of earache is blockage of the eustachian tube, the narrow tube that leads from your middle ear to the back of your throat. Pressure and fluid build up in the middle ear, causing pain. Causes of Earache Earaches can have a number of causes: A cold or upper respiratory illness Allergens […]
Cough
A cough is your body’s natural response to an irritant in your lungs or air passages. It is normal to get a cough occasionally, but a cough that persists for longer than three or four weeks, is accompanied by pain or a fever, or brings up bloody or discolored mucus could be a sign of […]
Burns from Exposure to Heat or Chemicals
Burns can be caused by heat, fire, radiation, sunlight, electricity, hot or boiling liquids, or chemicals. How Serious is a Burn? First-degree burns affect only the outer layer of skin. They are red and painful, might swell a little, and turn white when you press on the skin. First degree burns usually heal in 2 […]
Cuts, Scrapes, and Lacerations
When you get a skinned knee, cut, or scrape, clean it and care for it properly to prevent infection and avoid scarring. You can take care of a minor cut or scrape at home, but you should seek medical help if: The cut is over a joint. The bleeding does not stop after you apply […]
Fever
A fever is a temporary increase in body temperature. Having a fever is often a sign that your body is fighting an illness or infection. The average normal body temperature is 98.6 F (37 C), but may be slightly lower or higher for some people. Normal body temperature can vary by a degree or more […]
Flu Shots
Here at Urgent Family Care in Knoxville, Tennessee we know that the most effective way to protect yourself from influenza is to get a flu shot early in the season. Flu vaccine can keep you from getting sick, or make your symptoms milder if you do get the flu. Your body takes about two weeks to develop immunity after […]
Insect Bites
Most insect bites disappear after a few days and can be treated with an itching cream from the drugstore. Some people have allergic reactions to insect bites. If the insect bite is accompanied by any of the following symptoms, see a doctor immediately: Difficulty breathing Swelling of the lips, eyelids or throat Dizziness, faintness or […]
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Diarrhea, bloating and intestinal cramps have many causes. Some people have diarrhea when they are stressed or anxious. Intestinal discomfort can be caused by your diet or by a virus or bacterial infection, or it can be a symptom of an underlying health condition. Acute Diarrhea Diarrhea or intestinal cramps that come on suddenly may […]
Congestion
Chest or nasal congestion is uncomfortable but usually not serious. Causes of congestion The cause of a stuffy nose or chest congestion could be: A minor illness such as a cold, flu, or sinus infection An allergic reaction to food or to pollen, dust mites, pet dander, cigarette smoke, or some other irritant An underlying […]
Bronchitis
Bronchitis is an inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes. Acute bronchitis often follows a cold or an upper respiratory infection, and usually improves after a few days. Most bronchitis is caused by a virus and cannot be treated with antibiotics. Chronic bronchitis, a constant irritation of the bronchial tubes, often caused by smoking, […]
Abscess Incision and Drainage
An abscess is an infection in which pus and dead cells form a pocket deep under your skin, causing tenderness, redness, and swelling. Unlike other types of infection, an abscess cannot be cured by antibiotics. It must be opened and drained in a sterile setting. Some abscesses rupture and drain by themselves, but generally they […]
Athlete’s Foot Ringworm Fungus Infections
Here at at Urgent Family Care in Knoxville we can help determine the type of fungal infection, such as Athlete’s foot, ringworm, or other, that you or a loved one may be suffering with. Athlete’s foot (tinea pedis) is caused by the same fungus that causes ringworm and jock itch. The fungus thrives in moist, humid conditions, such as when […]