asked
I am experiencing severe stiffness, tightening, and tingling sensations in my muscles, tendons, and skin, particularly in my neck, head, and torso. This is causing balance issues, calf pain, high blood pressure, nausea, and anxiety. The symptoms are progressively worsening, and I am concerned about the potential severity and underlying cause. What could be causing these symptoms, and what steps should I take for diagnosis and treatment?
July 13th, 2023
What type of doctor would specialize in an Achilles tendon injury for an 84-year-old man with diabetes, a history of a small stroke, and who has already undergone physical therapy, use of a boot, and a salve without relief?
October 8th, 2024
I have been experiencing erectile dysfunction (ED) for the past 4 months. I am HIV positive and on medication. I am 38 years old and have not used any medication for ED. I have not seen a doctor about this issue. What could be the causes of my ED and what tests and treatments are available?
August 15th, 2024
Can a topical steroid called Triamcinolone Acetonide cause my white blood cell count (WBC) to be high, and what could be causing my elevated WBC count if I have a rash and think it is from Lamictal?
August 19th, 2024
My mother's knees have swollen up considerably today. She didn't injure them and they don't hurt. She has diabetes, emphysema, low thyroid, and has been on insulin for about a year. The swelling just showed up out of nowhere in the last several hours. One knee is worse than the other, and she felt a knot under one knee but has no pain. How old is she? How large is the swelling? Are both knees affected? Did she take any medicine?
September 26th, 2024
Over the last week, I have had pain in my right side, between ribs and waist, which radiates through my lower back and slightly around my lower abdomen. The pain is more achy than stabbing and worse in the morning. It also hurts with a deep breath and is sore to the touch. I am a 39-year-old male with panhypopituitarism and am concerned about a kidney issue. My urine is dark, and my stool is very dark almost black, which I thought was due to constipation but hasn’t improved with Miralax. What could be causing this pain, and what should I do?
May 9th, 2024