Blood pressure is a force that we need to move blood through our bodies. For most adults, normal healthy blood pressure is below 120/80 mm Hg. Blood pressure that is too high or too low can cause serious health problems and even death. Recent guidelines say that high blood pressure (hypertension) is when your blood […]
As we’ve seen throughout the pandemic, the virus that causes COVID-19 can mutate into many different variants. Early in 2022, BA.5 was discovered. This subvariant of Omicron is more contagious than ever. It is now one of the most common strains of COVID-19 in the US. How did the BA.5 subvariant of COVID-19 appear? […]
The CDC is tracking an outbreak of monkeypox that has spread across several countries that don’t usually report monkeypox, including the United States. Because this is a rapidly changing virus, we have created some helpful links to the CDC website about monkeypox. Who is prominently at risk for monkeypox? https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/monkeypox/clinicians/what-hcps-should-know.html What symptoms do patients with […]
Hand Injuries There are many types of injuries that can affect your hands and wrists. Injuries arising from an impact are considered acute and can be sudden and painful. These include sprains, strains, fractures, dislocations, and injuries to tendons or ligaments. These conditions should be treated promptly for the best recovery. Chronic hand conditions can […]
Insect bites and spider bites are common ailments that can usually be treated at home. However, some bug bites can become serious. Know when a bug bite can be treated at home and when you should visit urgent care. Bug bites can come from many different insects and arthropods. These include ants, bed bugs, beetles, […]
Updated May 2022 One of the challenging things about recognizing COVID-19 and other illnesses is that they can share some of the same symptoms. Many articles have been written comparing the symptoms of COVID-19 and influenza, as these two illnesses have perhaps the most in common. But many symptoms of COVID-19 also resemble those of […]
At Physicians Immediate Care, we test for COVID and offer treatment at the same time. Early treatment intervention for COVID is vital because antiviral medicines for COVID-19 must be started within five days of a positive test or symptoms. Our patients can get tested, receive a physical exam, and receive COVID treatment, if recommended, all […]
Over time, it’s normal for a virus to evolve through mutation. This has happened to the SARS-CoV-2 virus many times, leading to several notable COVID-19 variants. Delta Variant The Delta variant causes more severe illness and may be more easily transmissible than previous variants. It was first identified in late 2020 and spread rapidly. The […]
Fractures and dislocations can occur when a hard impact injures a bone or joint. A fracture is a break or crack in the bone. Dislocation is when two bones move out of place at their connecting joint. Fractures and dislocations are often emergency situations. For injuries to large bones and joints, especially when the bone […]
What is a skin tag? A skin tag is a benign growth that hangs off the skin’s surface by a thin stalk. These common growths contain fat and collagen fibers. They sometimes also contain small blood vessels and nerve cells. They first appear as small bumps, usually the same color as your skin. Some skin […]