Seasonal allergies can be debilitating if your symptoms are severe enough. No one wants to battle itchy eyes and a runny nose day in and day out. Unfortunately, if you are someone who consistently suffers from allergy symptoms, you may also be at a heightened risk of developing seasonal asthma at some point in life as well. The triggers of allergies and asthma often go hand in hand, and that is why we see such a strong relationship between the two diagnoses. Read on →

At AFC Urgent Care Hickory, we pride ourselves in offering quality and convenient care to all of our patients. We work hard to be upfront with our prices and vow to not overcharge you for any care that you receive. Even though it can be scary and overwhelming to need urgent care, we do our best to make your visit as transparent as possible in terms of communication, pricing and billing. Read on →

People are what make the world go ‘round, and they’re what makes our AFC Urgent Care Hickory center so special. With us, you don’t need to worry about inexperienced medical providers that merely show up for the paycheck—our employees genuinely care for the well-being of each patient. Read on to learn more about us and our team! We don’t push people through the hospital system. Many urgent care centers, if they can’t fulfill a need, will just send a patient to the hospital. Read on →

When considering visiting an urgent care center, we understand the level of hesitation that goes into it for some. If the wait is going to take forever and the treatment might not even be accurate, why visit in the first place? This is a valid point, but not one that is relevant for our AFC center. At AFC Urgent Care Hickory, we are proud of the level of care and attentiveness we provide to our patients. Read on →

In short, no, it’s not. Mesenteric adenitis is an abdominal condition that usually only affects children and teens, and it typically goes away on its own. However, its symptoms can be quite concerning for some, due to the fact that they are very similar to symptoms of appendicitis, which is a serious condition. Our AFC Urgent Care Hickory team provides other helpful info on mesenteric adenitis below, so keep reading. Read on →

Although we don’t want them to, bug bites happen—especially in the spring and summer. Whether they’re from a mosquito, ant, spider or some other creepy-crawler, bites are a common spring and summer ailment. While in most cases they aren’t anything to be too concerned about, bug bites can be cause for concern in other scenarios. Learn more from our AFC Urgent Care Hickory team below! What Should I Do If I Get a Bug Bite? Read on →

You begin to feel a sharp pain in your side and lower back, in addition to having trouble urinating; what does this mean? Most likely, you are experiencing a kidney stone, which is quite common. In fact, researchers estimate that about one in 10 people will get a kidney stone during their lifetime. Want to learn more about kidney stones? Our AFC Urgent Care Hickory team shares some helpful info below, so keep reading! Read on →

Taking a risk and going to an urgent care can be nerve-wracking at times. No one wants to spend lots of money on health care—especially when it might not be thorough and takes a long time. When you visit our AFC center, we will set your mind at ease! We provide top-quality, non-emergency care at a quick pace and affordable price. Our AFC Urgent Care Hickory team highlights what you should expect when visiting us below, so keep reading! Read on →

Bruising is a part of life. It’s sometimes a marker of having fun playing with the kids or a reminder of clumsiness, like bumping into a table or chair around the house. Whatever the case may be, most bruises aren’t usually a cause for concern. Our AFC Urgent Care Hickory team shares more info about bruises and why they happen below, so keep reading! What Even Is a Bruise? A bruise occurs when blood vessels underneath the skin pop as a result of force or trauma. Read on →

It’s safe to say that nearly every one of us will experience stomach pain at some point in our lives. Most of us experience it on a fairly regular basis, so when is stomach pain an actual cause for concern and not something to brush aside? Our AFC Urgent Care Hickory team provides some helpful answers below, so keep reading! What Causes Stomach Pain? A large number of problems can cause stomach pain. Read on →