When to go to Urgent Care for Skin Infections
When to go to Urgent Care for Skin Infections Skin infections are more common than you might think, and many can be easily treated by a visit to urgent care. If you or someone in your family has a skin infection, see a doctor right away; although some of these problems are minor and can […]
When to go to Urgent Care for Shingles
When to go to Urgent Care for Shingles It’s best to seek emergency medical treatment when you have a painful, blistering rash and fever along with your shingles. Go directly to an urgent care or emergency room if you experience sudden, extreme weakness in your face, arm or leg on one side of your body; […]
When to go to Urgent Care for Scabies
When to go to Urgent Care for Scabies While it’s easy to recognize a case of scabies, a skin parasite that causes itching and mild infection on exposed areas of skin, you might not know when it’s time to visit urgent care. Usually caused by microscopic parasites known as Sarcoptes scabiei, common symptoms include intense […]
When to go to Urgent Care for Rashes
When to go to Urgent Care for Rashes If you have a rash that covers more than one-third of your body, is extremely painful or has been getting worse over time, make an appointment with your primary care doctor. If these symptoms are accompanied by dizziness, vomiting or fever, do not wait to see if […]
When to go to Urgent Care for Hives
When to go to Urgent Care for Hives If you or your child experience hives with itching or swelling in their mouth, throat, or eyes it can be very frightening. Hives are often a symptom of an allergic reaction. For example, they may occur if someone comes into contact with an allergen like bee venom […]
When to go to Urgent Care for Fungal Infections
When to go to Urgent Care for Fungal Infections If you feel like something is stuck in your throat or a cough won’t quit, it’s time to head out of your way. You can risk developing bronchitis if you don’t see a doctor soon enough. Bronchitis is caused by an infection that irritates your airways […]
When to go to Urgent Care for Eczema
When to go to Urgent Care for Eczema While eczema symptoms are generally mild, if your child is suffering from severe itching and cracking of their skin and blisters, you should go to an urgent care center. You will likely be treated with steroid creams or oral steroids until your child’s eczema clears up. Severe […]
When to go to Urgent Care for Abscesses
Abscesses occur when bacteria get under your skin and form a pocket of pus. Symptoms include tenderness, pain and swelling, often on an arm or leg where there’s been a cut or scrape. Seek medical attention right away if you suspect you may have an abscess. In addition to local treatment with heat or steroids, […]
When to go to Urgent Care for Sore Throat
When to go to Urgent Care for Sore Throat Other than being a pain, a sore throat is usually not life-threatening. In fact, it can actually be common in healthy adults, especially during cold and flu season. When you have an infection causing your sore throat, you should see your primary care physician or an […]
When to go to Urgent Care for Sinus Infections
When to go to Urgent Care for Sinus Infections If your sinus infection symptoms (including pain, pressure, and other congestion) haven’t improved after a week of home treatment or if they suddenly worsen, it may be time to consider making an appointment with your doctor. Staying on top of sinus infections can help you keep […]