The pain shoots up and down, side to side, and you can’t think straight. In the moments immediately following an ankle injury, many people think the same thing, “Oh no, I hope it’s just an ankle sprain!” No one is glad to have pain in their ankle–whether it’s a sprain or a broken ankle (also […]
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If you’re a Facebook user, chances are you’ve seen a post like this in your feed, “Hey y’all, can you look at this picture of my kid’s arm and tell me if this is poison ivy rash or eczema?” The post includes a photo of a rash that looks like it belongs in a science
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Upper respiratory infections are unpleasant. Let’s explore these infections in detail so we can know the best ways to deal with them at home or at the doctor’s.
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We’ve spent a lot of time dealing with COVID-19, but that’s not the only virus being spread around the USA lately. Other common illnesses have begun popping up with alarming numbers of cases, including an uncommonly quick start for the flu season. Also on the rise is RSV. This is alarming for some, especially since
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Between the pain and pressure in your ears, the dizziness and difficulty hearing, and the overall feeling of being sick, ear infections can be a huge headache. Viral ear infections have a lot in common with bacterial ear infections. Our medical team at Integrity Urgent Care can help you as you recover from this common
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Ear infections can be one of the most painful “regular” issues a person has to deal with. It is no wonder kids and babies are so upset when they have one. Not only is it disorienting for your hearing to be off kilter, but the pain and discomfort can be unbearable at times. Integrity Urgent
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Once you realize you are sick, how do you know the difference between food poisoning or if it is a symptom of a larger issue? While the stomach flu isn’t actually a flu, Integrity Urgent Care can offer a little information as a source of comfort while you deal with a stomach bug that has hit your home.
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When a situation comes up, you may not be sure what to do next. This doesn’t just apply to your immediate triage to stop bleeding or take a temperature. It may mean that once you decide you need help, you aren’t sure where to head. Our team at Integrity Urgent Care is well equipped to help you with the common illnesses and injuries you face and the appointments and tests you may need.
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Your daughter takes a charge in her basketball game and puts her hands out to break the fall. Your son runs to catch the family dog and steps the wrong way on the pavement. You reach just the wrong way for an item and feel stabbing pain in your wrist. These and more are common experiences that can lead to you wondering if a sprain is suspected. Before you come see our team at Integrity Urgent Care, here are a few tips you should know about sprains.
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We have all had it, whether we recognized it for what it is or not. When it does happen the first time, you may have felt like it was a bigger deal than it turned out to be, that’s how much discomfort you may have. Integrity Urgent Care has some tips and solutions for the next time you get a bout of acid reflux and maybe a few ideas for how to prevent it in the first place.
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