Have you recently twisted your ankle on a hike in the Smokies and are experiencing lots of pain? While sometimes broken bones aren’t the cause of the pain, it’s best to schedule an X-ray just to make sure. Our AFC Urgent Care Sevierville further explains what kind of conditions warrant scheduling an X-ray below, so read on! What Are X-rays? X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation that can penetrate or pass through the human body and produce shadow-like images of bones and some organs. Read on →

Yes and no. While there are things that you can do at home that can ease pain and discomfort, there isn’t anything you can do by yourself to eliminate a kidney infection without medical help. Our AFC Urgent Care Sevierville team provides further information on kidney infections below, so read on. What Is a Kidney Infection? A kidney infection, or pyelonephritis, is a type of urinary tract infection that generally begins in your urethra or bladder and travels to one or both of your kidneys. Read on →

If you’re a parent, you’re probably all too aware of the commonality of ear infections among your child. In fact, according to the National Institute of Health, five out of six will have at least one ear infection by their third birthday. Even though they’re common, how serious are these infections? Read on as our AFC Urgent Care Sevierville team provides some answers. What Causes an Ear Infection? The most common type of ear infection among children is an infection of the middle ear, in which the middle ear doesn’t get enough fresh air from the Eustachian tube. Read on →

From Catlettsburg Elementary to Sevierville Intermediate School, the spring sports season is here! But first, your child will need a sports physical before he or she can participate. Our AFC Urgent Care Sevierville team provides some helpful info on sports physicals below, so read on! What Will My Medical Provider Need to Know? A sports physical is a quick 15–25 minute physical with a provider that helps determine if it is safe for a child to play on a sports team, and there are two main components: your child’s medical history and a physical examination. Read on →

While strep throat probably affected many of us when we were children, this bacterial infection isn’t a thing of the past. While it is most common among kids between the ages of 5 and 15, strep throat still affects approximately 11,000 and 24,000 Americans every year. So, is it inevitable that you will get strep throat this year? Definitely not, and our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville explains why below. Read on →

Many have experienced lots of different symptoms when diagnosed with COVID-19. Some experience body aches and fever, while some don’t experience any symptoms at all. So, is there any consistency when it comes to COVID-19 symptoms? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville has some answers, so read on. What Symptoms Will I Experience First? Typically, according to recent studies, fever is the first symptom to manifest itself. Followed by cough, body aches and gastrointestinal distress. Read on →

Millions of people every year have to deal with UTIs, or urinary tract infections. While they’re very common, that doesn’t make them any less important to deal with promptly. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville provides some helpful info. Here’s what to do: Figure out if what you’re experiencing constitutes a UTI. A few common symptoms include a burning sensation when peeing, frequent urination, cloudy or dark urine, urine with a strong odor, and a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying. Read on →

Getting your annual flu vaccine has always been important, but this year’s vaccine is perhaps more important than ever! While sadly the flu vaccine doesn’t protect against the coronavirus, we still strongly encourage you to get your flu vaccine this year. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville explains why. Why Get the Flu Vaccine? The winter months are prime time for the flu, and the flu vaccine works to protect your body against the virus. Read on →

If you end up testing positive for the coronavirus, it might be tempting to hit the panic button. If you do feel quite panicked, it’s definitely an understandable feeling, but we’re here to help you put your mind at ease. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville offers up some helpful info on the severity of the coronavirus and how you can know what kinds of symptoms to expect. Read on →

As with pretty much everything this year, we have to be aware of the health implications of what we do. While decorating generally doesn’t pose any health risks, there are still ways that you can take down your Christmas decor in a more sanitary, healthier way. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville highlights some of those health-conscious strategies below. How Do I Keep Surfaces Sanitary? When new decorations go up, old decorations come down. Read on →