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Tonsillitis vs Strep Throat: Symptoms, Causes & When to Visit the ER
Tonsillitis vs strep throat both cause throat pain. But strep throat is caused by bacteria, and tonsillitis is usually viral. The problem with strep bacteria is that its surface proteins closely resemble proteins in the heart, joints, and kidneys. When the immune system attacks the bacteria, it becomes confused and
How Do I Get Rid of RSV ASAP?
Doctors are warning that RSV cases are actively rising across North Texas. With the holiday season underway, family gatherings create the perfect environment for this contagious virus to spread. As the name suggests, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) inflames the respiratory tract. It affects children more severely because their airways are
Walking Pneumonia Symptoms in Adults – ER Emergency Guide
A dry cough that lasts more than a week and does not improve is one of the most common walking pneumonia symptoms in adults. Other symptoms, such as constant tiredness or mild shortness of breath are often blamed on age. Walking pneumonia is risky in adults because it quietly inflames
Struggling to Keep Eyes Open During the Day
You’re awake, but you’re not really there. Words on your screen blur together. Someone asks you a question and you realize you missed the last two minutes of conversation. Struggling to keep eyes open during the day isn’t laziness. It’s your body waving a red flag. Sleep apnea, thyroid dysfunction,
