People with bipolar disorder don’t want to hurt the people they love. But their thinking when distorted by mood episodes can strain relationships badly. If you understand how a person with bipolar thinks, you begin to see the “why” behind their words, moods, or actions. That’s when you stop ...

Wondering how to flush out CT scan dye from your body? That metallic taste or feeling of warmth indicates your body is processing the contrast material. Most people eliminate it within 24 hours, but several factors can significantly delay this process. The dye, also called contrast material, helps y...

You had a bad cut on hand—doctors at the ER cleaned it up, stitched it, and sent you home with antibiotics. You’re good, right? Maybe not. Without ER follow-up care, bacteria could enter the wound, and if an infection isn’t caught within a few days, it might lead to a severe complication requi...

Your blood holds vital clues about what’s happening inside your body. In the ER, these clues become particularly crucial as they help us uncover the true cause behind your persistent fever, unexplained dizziness, severe chest pain, or other emergency conditions. If needles make your hands sweaty o...

At ER of Watauga, parents often ask us: how long do fevers last in kids? The answer depends on what’s causing the fever, and recognizing these patterns can be crucial during those midnight temperature checks. Childhood fever might signal anything from a mild viral infection to something requir...