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I had a complete knee replacement in May 2011, and since then, I have been experiencing severe pain on my right side, from my hip down to my calf. The pain and cramps last for 2-4 hours after lying down for 3-4 hours. I have been told that everything is in alignment, and I have an idiopathic scoliosis which has not caused problems. I am unwilling to undergo surgery again. What can be done for the relief of this pain?
February 12th, 2023
I have had a swollen foot for over a month. Is it something that needs attention?
June 23rd, 2024
I’m having hip replacement surgery on June 4th and plan to fly to Kenya on July 6th, with a 16-hour flight leg. My daughter, a nurse, advises against such a long flight so soon after surgery. What are your thoughts?
November 6th, 2024
For the past few weeks, I've been experiencing a series of fevers, migraines, heartburn, restlessness, and loss of appetite. What could be causing these symptoms and what should I do?
September 6th, 2023
I have a persistent dry cough that was initially accompanied by head and chest mucus. I have been taking Tessalon 100mg (generic for Benzonatate) 2 capsules 3 times a day, which helped initially but has now run out. Last night, I experienced a non-stop dry hacking cough that was not alleviated by taking Robitussin with codeine. The cough is now sporadic, lasting for 3-4 minutes at a time, and is preventing me from sleeping, causing sore ribs, and waking my family. What can you recommend?
July 7th, 2023
I am concerned about potential exposure to cold sores (herpes) after being kissed on the cheeks by friends who have cold sores. I have experienced flu symptoms and am worried about the risk, the timing of possible sores, and the incubation period. What is the real risk, how long until I might see sores, and how long until the incubation period is over?
March 15th, 2024