The fatigue that sleep never fixes, a sore throat that sticks around for days on end, and swollen glands that make even a quick turn of the head painful. At first, you might think these are signs of the common cold, but they could actually be mononucleosis (mono) symptoms. Mono is very skilled at disguising … Continued
What you do in the first few minutes after touching poison oak matters more than almost anything you do later. The oil behind the rash starts sinking into your skin within minutes, so a quick rinse can head off a reaction that would otherwise cost you a week or two of itching. Most poison oak … Continued
A fun day at the lake can become a frustrating mystery when red and itchy welts appear on your skin. Swimmer’s itch is caused by microscopic parasites released by freshwater snails, and it triggers an allergic reaction when they burrow into your skin. The first thought is whether the lake was contaminated or if you … Continued
Fireworks and burns go together more often than you might plan for. A misfire can often send debris in the wrong direction, but the good news is that most fireworks burns are minor enough to be treated at urgent care, so you don’t need to spend hours in an emergency room to get proper wound … Continued
Tick bites are easy to miss. The bites are usually painless, and the ticks themselves can be surprisingly small. It’s possible a tick has been attached for a while before you notice it, which is what leads to questions about Lyme disease. At Getwell Urgent Care in Southaven, tick bite evaluations are part of what … Continued
Do you know what to look for when checking your skin? A spot that seems a little darker than usual or a blemish that appeared out of nowhere can be an early warning sign of skin cancer. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a good time to learn the signs of skin cancer and get … Continued
A temporary ear pop during landing is common, but most people don’t expect to still feel pressure long after the plane touches down. Fast changes in cabin pressure can strain the middle ear, preventing it from equalizing properly. For some travelers, that strain leads to a persistent blockage, muffled hearing or discomfort that refuses to … Continued
When a rash appears suddenly, it’s easy to assume that it’s nothing serious. But if that rash itches and spreads across your skin in what looks like raised welts, it could easily be a case of hives, and knowing what to do next isn’t easy. At Getwell Urgent Care in Southaven, we regularly evaluate patients … Continued
Mouth sores are uncomfortable no matter the cause. Most of the time, they turn out to be harmless canker sores that heal within a week or two. Yet when one sticks around or shows up alongside other symptoms, it’s a good idea to ask whether you need more serious medical attention. At Getwell Urgent Care … Continued
A brief episode of hiccups is familiar to everyone. Persistent hiccups are not. When the spasms don’t settle down, they can point toward irritation of the diaphragm or another medical concern that needs to be checked. Getwell Urgent Care in Southaven offers prompt evaluation for these symptoms so you can get clarity on what’s causing … Continued