I had foot surgery and have been using narcotics for six weeks, which I finished one week ago. I now have trouble sleeping due to discomfort from the boot I have to wear. My doctor prescribed Temazepam for short-term sleep issues. I've been using it for a week and it works well, but I'm concerned about how long I can safely take it without experiencing rebound insomnia. I will be in this boot for at least another four weeks and won't be able to walk on my foot during that time. I'm not on any other medications except an Advair inhaler for asthma. If I stop the Temazepam and use doxylamine succinate for a few days, then go back to Temazepam, will that help?

February 6th, 2024

I have been experiencing severe gas and diarrhea for 12 hours, despite taking Lomotil. I also had a migraine yesterday and visited the ER, where I was given medication. My primary care doctor advised me to go to urgent care, where I received fluids. The urgent care doctor suggested Lomotil would stop the diarrhea, but it hasn't. I have a history of IBS and migraines, but this episode is worse than usual. I am experiencing nausea and normal abdominal pain, similar to when I have IBS, but more severe now. What could be causing this and what can I do to alleviate the symptoms?

November 29th, 2023

My white blood count is 1500.5. Is this extremely high?

October 7th, 2024

I have been trying to conceive, and my ovulation test strips show elevated Luteinizing hormone. I feel tired, have headaches, and have had swelling, slight burning, and tingling in my hands and occasionally my feet for the last two weeks. I tested for pregnancy, but all tests were negative. I am currently without medical insurance and cannot see a specialist. I am concerned about Cushing's syndrome. What could be causing these symptoms, and what should I do?

July 17th, 2024

Are there human parasites that can infect the lungs, sinuses, and cause damage to the scalp, and what tests can confirm their presence?

December 26th, 2024