My brother had inguinal surgery in February 2015 and has experienced immediate postoperative pain in the anorectal area since. He has undergone various tests including colonoscopy and urology workups, but nothing has been found. He has been on Metamucil and antibiotics for a 'wastebasket' diagnosis of prostatitis, but the pain persists. He has limited access to specialists as he lives on Guam. What could be causing his chronic pain, and what further steps can be taken to address it?

February 1st, 2023

I am pretty sure I have an ulcer. I have rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and have been experiencing nausea and severe stomach pain intermittently for two weeks. I'm on proton pump inhibitors twice a day and I'm allergic to penicillin. I think I need to get it checked but don't know what to do.

January 30th, 2023

What can cause low absolute eosinophil count, and what are the implications for someone with symptoms like headache, difficulty sleeping, slightly high blood pressure, and other normal blood work findings, including a glucose level of 99, TSH of 8.33, absolute eosinophil count of 7, MCHC of 31.7, RDW of 15.3, hemoglobin A1c of 5.9, and total cholesterol of 217, while taking medications like Zoloft, Xanax, and Claritin?

December 9th, 2024

I have several health concerns: a faint line on my right thumb nail, pain in my left armpit, burning feet sensation, a lump near my parotid gland, and very light periods with cramps. What could these symptoms indicate and what should I do?

August 4th, 2024

I have been experiencing various physical symptoms such as temperature fluctuations, tingling in arms, sweating, chest tightening, panic attacks, heartburn, acid reflux, constipation, bloating, gas, irregular bowel movements, and occasional shooting pain near my groin and testicle, following a dental procedure and a long work project. Should I be concerned about these symptoms, and what can I do to alleviate the discomfort, particularly the bloating and stomach gurgling?

March 1st, 2024