I have several health concerns including a hard spot on my tongue, upper back pain, a chronic cough, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, sore thighs, fullness in my right ear, a lump in my right ear, and a spot on my breast that looks different. What could these symptoms indicate and should I be worried about any of them?

July 17th, 2024

I just noticed about a month ago extra weight in my belly and my sides. I just turned 50. I poke my stomach and it stays in. I can't deal with this extra weight and where it came from. I have no symptoms. I am taking ibuprofen daily for chronic pain in my neck and arthritis in my knees. I have restrictions on exercise now. Would ibuprofen cause extra weight?

April 4th, 2023

I woke up with swelling under my left ear and behind my jaw on Monday morning. By Tuesday, the swelling had increased significantly and is now visible and tender, especially after eating. I have a headache and sensitivity when moving my head. The swelling is directly behind the jawline. What could this be and what should I do?

June 26th, 2024

I had a herniated disc in my back that caused drop foot. I had back surgery in August to relieve the nerve, but I'm hearing conflicting information about whether I should heal or not. I still have some issues with my foot, and I'm wondering what you think about my chances of recovery and how long it might take.

July 14th, 2024

I am an American expat in Ecuador with a severe ear infection caused by a staph aureus infection resistant to Cipro and other antibiotics. I was prescribed oxacillin, but it was unavailable, so I switched to clindamycin. I have now started experiencing severe vomiting and explosive diarrhea. What should I do?

January 5th, 2023