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I am scheduled to have kidney surgery tomorrow to remove a kidney stone. I am experiencing herpes symptoms even though I have been taking acyclovir for 4 days to prevent this from happening. I have been using acyclovir off and on for years and it has helped most of the time. I have seen a doctor about herpes before but not recently. My herpes symptoms are genital.
April 7th, 2024
I have irritation and heavy swelling on my rear deltoid/shoulder, similar to a large pimple deep under the skin. This is similar to an earlier occurrence on my lower back, which was treated with antibiotics and anti-inflammatory cream and healed quickly. I was told these symptoms are consistent with a staph infection/bacteria, but I need clarification since the informant is not a medical professional. What could be causing these symptoms, and what further steps should I take?
July 23rd, 2023
I am an 82-year-old female with atrial fibrillation and kidney function at 40%. I am currently taking several medications, including temazepam 15 mg and Tylenol PM, but I am having trouble sleeping at night. I have tried trazodone 50 mg alone without success. Should I try combining trazodone 50 mg with temazepam 15 mg instead of taking Tylenol PM, and what dosage combination would be advisable?
December 17th, 2024
I have dysuria (painful urination) and now I am urinating blood. I am taking Yasmin for PCOS and this started two days ago. What should I do?
October 18th, 2023
I have an MRI report that indicates a small herniated disc, and I've been experiencing sciatica, leg pain, and arm pain. I had a L1 compression fracture four years ago. Is this a medical emergency, and should I consider physical therapy or surgery?
July 6th, 2023
I've been diagnosed with a kidney stone and prescribed 5mg of oxycodone every 4 hours as needed for pain. The current dosage is not working. Can I increase the dosage, and if so, by how much?
June 1st, 2024