How Do I Handle a Minor Cut or Burn at Home?

How Do I Handle a Minor Cut or Burn at Home?

Minor cuts/burns (from cooking, tools, or falls) are everyday issues. Clean with soap/water, apply antibiotic ointment, cover with a bandage, and watch for infection (increasing redness, pus, swelling, fever). For burns: Cool under running water (not ice), cover...
What Should I Do About a Sprained Ankle or Wrist?

What Should I Do About a Sprained Ankle or Wrist?

Sprains happen easily, from a misstep on stairs, sports, or even uneven sidewalks in San Antonio. You might notice swelling, bruising, pain when moving, or trouble bearing weight. At-home care first: Rest the area, ice it for 15 to 20 minutes every few hours, compress...
How Can I Tell If I Have a Sinus Infection?

How Can I Tell If I Have a Sinus Infection?

Sinus infections (sinusitis) are common in San Antonio, thanks to pollen, dust, and dry air. Symptoms include facial pressure/pain (around eyes, cheeks, forehead), thick nasal discharge (yellow or green), congestion, reduced smell, headache, or fatigue lasting over a...
How Do I Handle a Minor Cut or Burn at Home?

What Are the Signs of Heat Exhaustion in Texas Summers?

Texas heat (especially San Antonio’s intense summers) can lead to heat exhaustion quickly. Watch for heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, nausea, headache, muscle cramps, cool/clammy skin, or fast heartbeat. Prevention and first aid: Drink plenty of water, avoid...
Is My Sore Throat Strep or Just a Virus?

Is My Sore Throat Strep or Just a Virus?

Sore throats are frequent, often from viruses (like colds), but strep throat (bacterial) needs antibiotics to avoid complications. Viral signs: gradual onset, cough, runny nose, hoarseness. Strep signs: sudden severe pain, fever, swollen lymph nodes, white patches on...