I've never written a Yelp review and I'm making an account just because I was so happy with my experience here (except the whole needing medical care part). I've never been to a clinic so I didn't really know what to expect, but I came in on a Sunday afternoon and was seen within 10 minutes. I'd been feeling sick for weeks and just wanted to get...
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The staff here are all very friendly and professional. Dr. Niels Dua is incredibly knowledgeable, competent, professional, friendly and efficient. The wait time was quite short compared to other Dr.'s offices, and each patient present at the time was treated with the same careful and efficient service. I have no complaints about my trip to...
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Feeling pain in your abdomen—the area between your chest and groin—is extremely common. In many cases, it indicates no cause more severe than gas or indigestion. In some cases, however, it can serve as a warning sign of a dangerous condition.
If you are experiencing extreme abdominal pain at any time, then contact a local urgent care center.
Some of the most common causes of pain in the abdomen are:
Kidney stones: These are small stones formed in the kidneys, composed of minerals gleaned from urine. They are intermittently painful, but the pain tends to be severe enough to drive most people to a doctor immediately. Usually, the stone is small enough to pass through the body on its own; if it has grown too large, then your physician may prescribe medicine to break down the stone.
Appendicitis: This condition is an inflammation of the appendix, the small tube attached to your large intestine. Appendicitis may occur at any age and is generally caused by a blocking of the appendix. Treatment usually involves surgical removal of the appendix.
Ulcers: An ulcer is an acidic sore on your stomach or intestine. It often makes itself known through the presence of abdominal pain, usually shortly after eating. It can be treated by a change in diet and by taking antibiotics. In rare cases, ulcers may be caused by a tumor.
Irritable bowel syndrome: Diagnosed in about 1 out of 5 adults, irritable bowel syndrome may be characterized by cramps, constipation, diarrhea, bloating, and other painful and irritating symptoms. Its precise cause is unclear, but physicians often prescribe dietary and lifestyle changes to remove some factors that may be exacerbating the symptoms.
For more information on these and other health conditions, contact Astoria Urgent Medical Care, serving Astoria, Sunnyside, Long Island City, Woodside, and the surrounding area. We provide excellent urgent care services at our walk-in clinic, as you can learn by visiting our website. To set up an appointment, call us at (888) 380-3994.
You've come down with a runny nose, a stuffy nose, and watery eyes. Do you have a cold or an allergy? Since these are common symptoms of both, you need to look more closely in order to diagnose your problem.
As Dr. David Hill explains in this video, if your symptoms are accompanied by fever, then you are more likely to have a cold, since allergies never cause fevers. If your eyes, nose, or skin are feeling itchy, then you probably have an allergy. If you can identify a likely trigger for an allergy—that is, if your symptoms erupt whenever you are around cats or cigarette smoke—then an allergy is more likely. If all else fails, you can have an allergy test performed.
When you need safe, professional medical care in the greater New York City area, call Astoria Urgent Medical Care. To set up an appointment, visit our website or call us today at (888) 380-3994.
When it comes to caring for injuries, you can't always wait for a professional before you start treatment. Every home needs a first aid kit, and whether you buy a commercial kit or buy the items separately to build your own, it's important that it contain everything you need to respond to likely medical emergencies.
Here are some essential items to keep in your kit:
Adhesive bandages: Try to keep at least two dozen of these in your first aid kit at any given time. They're handy for small cuts as well as major lacerations. Try to get a variety of sizes so that you're prepared for multiple types of injuries.
Gauze pads: These are essential for staunching the flow of blood in the event of a major injury. You will also need adhesive cloth tape in order to bind the gauze to your body.
Scissors: Most homes already have a pair of scissors, but your kit needs special medical scissors that can easily cut through gauze pads or cloth tape in case you need to resize them.
Tweezers: Remember when your mother had to use them to remove a splinter from your finger? They can still come in handy for removing small objects that have become stuck in your skin.
Oral thermometer: A thermometer allows you to ensure that your body has not become dangerously overheated, which can be life-threatening.
Pain relief: Keeping aspirin or Ibuprofen on hand is helpful for treating a wide variety of illness symptoms, as well as bringing down swelling.
First aid instruction book: It's smart to keep a guide to home treatment in your kit to ensure that you know what to do in dangerous situations. Ask your primary care provider for recommendations. Emergency contacts: Along with your primary care provider's number, you should have contact information for a nearby urgent care center.
In a medical emergency, it's critical to know where to go for immediate assistance. Astoria Urgent Medical Care, serving Astoria, Woodside, Sunnyside, and Long Island City, offers professional urgent care and a walk-in clinic. Visit our website for more information or call us today at (888) 380-3994.
