I have had a small hard swelling on both sides of my navel, especially after eating, with occasional twinges of pain. I've tried Motrin and apple cider vinegar with water, which provided some relief. The swelling and firmness are noticeably gone upon waking. I initially thought it might be related to my gallbladder, but there is no severe pain or other symptoms. What could this be, and what should I do to relieve the discomfort until I can see my doctor?

March 30th, 2024

What are the details of your work experience in healthcare, the type and size of the specialty and/or facility, the description of services offered, the population served along with age/gender/race/financial class demographic, the major obstacles in delivering quality healthcare, specific issues regarding the population served, your feelings about the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and the HITECH Act, obstacles encountered with implementing Meaningful Use Criteria, how e-health assists in delivering patient information, and your thoughts on Accountable Care Organizations?

July 8th, 2023

My two-year-old has had a bad cough for a week now, which has kept her up at night. She also has a runny nose but no fever. She has a history of ear infections, and I suspect that might be the root cause. Should I take her to the ER, and what other steps should I take to help her?

December 27th, 2023

Does too much work or stress cause myasthenia to come back, and can people with one type of autoimmune disease have another type as well?

June 23rd, 2024

I've been experiencing several health issues, including blood coming out when I go to the bathroom, a burning sensation in my stomach, unexpected urination during the day, and an itchy, raw, and irritated penis. What could these symptoms indicate, and what kind of doctor should I see for these issues?

May 29th, 2023