Common Minor-Threatening Conditions
Efficient Solutions for Threatening Conditions
PrimeCare Emergency Center offers tips, treatments, and effective results for the following minor injuries and illnesses:
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Allergies – whether it comes from an insect sting, airborne, or food-derived, allergies irritate both the respiratory and immune systems. Treatments may involve; antihistamines, nasal decongestants, cortisone injections, and more.
- Acute Arthritis – our specialists can determine which medication is best to alleviate your symptoms or determine if physical/occupational therapy or surgery may be required.
- Abscesses & Cellulitis – Skin and tissue infections can be treated at our center with abscesses being incised, drained, and cleaned, while cellulitis treatment may involve oral antibiotics and more.
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Bladder Infections – The most common type of UTI around, a bladder infection is almost always caused by a bacterial infection, and early diagnosis and treatment is vital for quicker recovery and prevention of infection disperal to surrounding organs making up the urinary tract .
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Bronchitis – Acute bronchitis generally requires no extensive treatment, with expectorants for mucus removal or antibiotics for bacterial infections being enough to treat.
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Blood Clots – we confirm the presence of blood clots using blood lab work, ultrasound imaging, or CT scans and help prevent the enlargement or breaking loose of the blood clot(s) using blood thinners, compression stockings, or whichever best resolves your clotting complications.
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Fever/Flu – we prescribe antiviral medication to reduce the severity of symptoms.
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Diarrhea/Nausea/Vomiting – this could indicate gastroenteritis, or the “stomach flu,” which may be followed by abdominal cramps and fever.
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Earaches and Infections – can result from dental complications to persistent cold symptoms, or even simple reactions to smoke from tobacco.
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Immunizations – vaccinations help our bodies create antibodies capable of fighting future versions of the disease. We provide preventative tools to combat infections.
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Skin Rashes – we offer treatments forrashes that may be attributed to a heat, blisters, chemical irritants, physical reactions resulting from underlying conditions, stress-related issues, and more.
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Sinusitis – Whether your level of sinusitis is acute (lasting 4 weeks or less), sub-acute (4-12 weeks) or chronic (persisting over 3 months), our healthcare professionals offer the following treatments:
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Nasal decongestants for sinus pressure relief,
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Antibiotics for sinusitis cases emerging from a bacterial infection,
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Saline washes for mucus thinning and clearing
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Possible surgery due to structural abnormalities such as a deviated septum
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When to Go to a Pediatric Urgent Care Emergency Center for Treatment
We offer pediatric urgent care services to patients in the Arlington area. Our emergency care center is prepared to provide medical care to children with acute, non-life-threatening illnesses or injuries. Here are some common situations in which parents should consider taking their child to a pediatric urgent care center:
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Fever: If your child has a high fever and is experiencing other symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, or a rash, it is recommended to take them to a pediatric urgent care center.
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Respiratory infections: If your child is experiencing difficulty breathing, wheezing, or coughing, especially if accompanied by a high fever, taking them to a pediatric urgent care center is advisable.
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Ear infections: If your child is experiencing severe ear pain, fever, or has been pulling on their ear, an urgent care center is a good option for evaluation.
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Allergies: If your child is experiencing symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as hives, swelling, or difficulty breathing, an urgent care center can provide treatment.
Call our Arlington emergency center for excellent pediatric medical treatment.
If you are suffering from minor injuries, please call our Arlington emergency room today at (682) 253-6655.
