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Diaper rash and fever is unpleasant for babies and parents alike! The good news is diaper rash is rarely serious, and preventing it from occurring can be simple. In this article, we will go over everything you need […]
Read MorePersistent knee pain can prevent people from living life to the fullest. If you suffer from dull, aching pain in one or both knees, there’s a chance that patellofemoral pain syndrome is the cause. In this article, we […]
Read MoreFinding blood in your urine can be alarming. Can stress cause blood in urine, or is it being caused by another underlying, potentially dangerous condition? In this article, we will examine what causes urine to turn red, as […]
Read MoreMost adults have experienced heartburn before and can agree that it’s not a pleasant sensation. Those who have been dealing with the side effects of acid reflux might find themselves wondering: can heartburn cause shortness of breath? In […]
Read MoreStrep throat, or streptococcal pharyngitis, is a bacterial infection characterized by a sore, scratchy throat. Whether you currently have it, or are worried that you might have it, here is some important information regarding the condition. What Causes […]
Read MoreThe still-ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need to live a healthy lifestyle. Aside from the list of problems presented by the virus itself, the need to work remotely and distance ourselves from friends and family has given […]
Read MoreDid you know that burn centers see a rise in patient traffic during the holiday season? This is because, during this time of year, there are ample opportunities for accidental burns to occur. Whether it is attempting to […]
Read MoreUnfortunately, accidents happen even on wonderful days like Thanksgiving. That’s why you might be wondering, “Are doctors offices open on Thanksgiving, just in case?” We can’t say whether or not your general practitioner’s office is open, but we […]
Read MoreWondering when to take child to ER for ear pain? Earaches are an indication of ear infections and other possible problems. An earache is the most common among children. According to Texas Children’s Hospital, roughly 80% to 90% […]
Read MoreRandom eye twitching is a condition that most people experience at some point in their life. And while eye twitching is generally a harmless symptom that results from daily stressors, there are some rare instances in which it […]
Read MorePregnancy can be an exciting time for expecting mothers and couples. But despite the joy that a desired pregnancy can bring, the condition is not without its downfalls. Although most pregnancies occur without issues, many women experience complications […]
Read MoreFor many Texas residents, life gets rough when allergy season hits. Texas inhabitants historically have some of the worse and most long-lived allergy symptoms in the United States. But exactly when is allergy season in Texas, and why […]
Read MoreIt can be worrying to find an unidentified lump or bump anywhere on your body, but this is especially true when it comes to identifying a bump forming under eye. Not only are eye bumps extremely painful, but […]
Read MoreOver 32 million Americans have food allergies, with 5.8 million of those being children under the age of 18. But despite how common food allergies are, many people have such mild food allergy symptoms that they don’t even […]
Read MoreWhether it be at school or in the workplace, you’ve likely heard the phrase: “There’s a stomach bug going around.” But that vague term could mean anything from a simple stomach ache to full-on food poisoning. And because […]
Read MoreBecause we rely on our sense of hearing almost as much as we do our vision, it can be scary when your sense of hearing starts to weaken. Whether this diminished ability happens gradually or suddenly, it’s essential […]
Read MoreStepping on a nail is a surprising and painful experience. If the nail is particularly sharp and angled upright, it can puncture a hole deep in the sole of your foot. Not only will this make moving around […]
Read MoreThe coronavirus pandemic continues to be a menace in our country and around the world. Even though medical professionals and world leaders have been monitoring the virus, there is still conflicting information going around about how the virus […]
Read MoreAll women experience periods, and everyone fares with their period differently. But there is one particular symptom that almost every woman can relate to—menstrual cramps and ask are severe menstrual cramps normal? Menstrual cramps are a common symptom […]
Read MoreThe film industry has somewhat normalized fainting to aid in dramatic scenes, but rarely explore the potential causes and consequences that fainting may indicate. The fact of the matter is that when a person faints, there could be […]
Read MoreIn recent months, the coronavirus outbreak has been a source of fear and uncertainty around the world. Many are looking for information on how to prevent spread and crack coronavirus myths, but it isn’t always easy with the […]
Read MoreWith the Coronavirus continuing to spread across the globe infecting thousands, people are starting to ask about the truth and myth when it comes to COVID-19. Because of the new and unknown nature of the virus, people all […]
Read MoreCoronavirus has been sweeping the news as it spreads from country to country, alarming the public thanks to how unusual it is for it to appear. People are constantly asking what to do if you have the Coronavirus […]
Read MoreBroken bones happen for a wide variety of reasons from osteoporosis to high force impact injuries. They also vary in terms of severity, which is often determined by the location of the fracture on the body and the […]
Read MoreWinter is prominent for flu season, and depending on where you live, the cold weather will bring on possible signs of hypothermia and frostbite. With the addition of being in a winter environment, you also need to be […]
Read MoreAt one point in their lives, everyone will most likely experience anxiety. Not only is it common, but it can also drastically affect your day-to-day life. From daily stressors to major life crises, anything can trigger anxiety or […]
Read MoreA car accident can be quite stressful. Back pain is one of the most common injuries to come from it. Often, your body will go into shock so you won’t feel any pain initially, but as time passes […]
Read MoreFlu season is just around the corner, but some of you may have already caught the bug! Surely you know that you should drink lots of fluids and get plenty of rest in order to combat the flu […]
Read MoreBloating can be very uncomfortable, especially when you’re dealing with ulcerative colitis, a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Abdominal pain is the number one symptom of why people visit the ER. To alleviate bloating and prevent it […]
Read MoreAllergy season is in full effect right now and coincidentally you might have noticed that you tend to get ear infections around this time of the year as well. You are probably wondering, can allergies cause ear infections? […]
Read MoreInsect bites are usually not something to be concerned about, but it is still necessary to be informed as many insects out there carry potentially life-threatening diseases and infections. Here is a guide to inform you about everything […]
Read MoreAs the parent of a child with asthma, you know how helpless you feel when your child is suffering from an asthma attack. You are not alone, more than 10 percent of children have asthma. If you panic […]
Read MoreIf you need to use a tourniquet chances are you’re in an emergency situation and every second counts. You’ve exhausted all options, because when it comes to tourniquets, they are not the best option to stop bleeding but […]
Read MoreYou tend to hear about the most common food allergies over and over again so much so that you haven’t thought about other foods that are out there and could be causing you discomfort or worse. Village Emergency […]
Read MoreTraveling doesn’t have to mean leaving your healthy habits behind. With some clever planning and mindfulness, you can stay healthy no matter where you are in the world. From vacations to work trips, travel is a part of […]
Read MoreWhether your kids will spend the summer exploring the beach or the wide-open spaces of your own backyard, you can take a few precautions to help prevent sunburns, ear infections, bug bites, and other summertime complaints. The physicians […]
Read MoreJust about everyone gets diarrhea at some point in life. Experts estimate there are about 179 million cases of acute diarrhea in the United States per year. Most of the time, the loose stools of diarrhea last a […]
Read MoreMost people are aware that some food allergies, such as shellfish or peanut allergies, can be life-threatening, but other types of allergies can be as well. The vast majority of people with allergies have mild reactions like a […]
Read MoreWhether your child’s response to going to the doctor is to scream, kick, and throw a fit, or to cry and beg you with pleading, tear-filled eyes to not go, this reluctance to see a doctor is about […]
Read MoreThe world around you is full of insects, some of whom view you as a disturbance or food source. From bees to fire ants, insects can, and do, bite and sting in search of nourishment or as a […]
Read MoreIn 2015, researchers studying hospitalizations that were brought on by urinary tract infections found something interesting: UTIs spiked among women aged 18 to 44 in the summer months. Later studies confirmed the finding. There are many theories about […]
Read MoreAny trauma to the head — including your skull, scalp, or brain — is considered a head injury and can be potentially serious. Traumatic brain injuries, concussions, skull fractures, and lacerations to the scalp are all classified as […]
Read MoreA dental emergency requires immediate care. The expert team at the Clear Creek Emergency Room can address damage to your teeth at all hours of the day — any day of the week. Relying on painkillers for tooth […]
Read MorePregnancy is an exciting time for you and your family, but it can also be confusing. Changes to your body abound, and sometimes you may experience light bleeding or spotting. Approximately 20% of women experience spotting during the […]
Read MoreIf you have a headache that’s preventing you from, well, just about everything, we can help. And here’s a look at how you can figure out what’s causing your head pain. More than 45 million people in the […]
Read MoreWhen you or a loved one needs emergency care, negotiating a busy and impersonal hospital with long wait times isn’t an ideal solution — especially if you have a standalone ER nearby. At Clear Creek ER, our goal […]
Read MoreYou’ve probably heard people talk about broken bones and fractures as if they’re different things. The surprising this is, they’re the same. A fractured bone is a broken bone. In fact, physicians use both words interchangeably, but in […]
Read MoreBroken bones are a common childhood injury and with proper care can heal with no long-term damage. Ensure your child gets the care they need by visiting Clear Creek ER after any trauma that suggests a fracture. Kids […]
Read MoreAbdominal pain that’s disabling needs attention, but it can be hard to diagnose. If cramps or other pain send you to the ER, the medical team has the tools and know-how to figure out the source of your […]
Read MoreNot being able to take a full, deep breath can be scary – for you or a child or loved one. Congestion can hamper breathing so much so that you want immediate relief. Congestion can result from a […]
Read MoreWhen a medical situation arises that calls for prompt attention, you want to get to the right place first to avoid wasting precious time. While the words “urgent care” and “emergency room” may seem like one in the […]
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