I have lower back pain from my spine to my hip on the left side. I've had it for three days and have been using a Salonpas patch with lidocaine 4% and 500 Tylenol. I haven't seen a doctor yet. How severe is my pain on a scale of 1 to 10, and does it change with bending? Are there any urinary or genital symptoms?

March 27th, 2023

What could be the reason for my spine making a cracking or popping noise, and should I change my exercise routine, diet, or take supplements to address this?

March 25th, 2023

I have a hemorrhoid and a 3/4-inch cut on the skin, with noticeable pain but no active bleeding. I've used Preparation H before, and the swelling has gone down, but I have small, swollen, irritated bumps causing sensitivity. What other creams can I use besides Preparation H, and what other treatments can help manage my symptoms?

October 8th, 2024

Are there any companies that offer food intolerance tests through the mail, similar to how DNA tests are conducted? Are these tests reliable, and what is the science behind hair testing for food intolerance?

February 15th, 2023

My grandmother used this needle to check her sugar levels after she got out of the hospital. The same needle caused me a wound. If she had HIV, could she have caused my infection?

December 17th, 2024