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I had a ganglion impar block for genital nerve pain and later experienced shocks in my perineum, followed by burning sensations in my butt and thighs, which I didn't have before the block. The block contained a steroid. Could the block have caused these issues?
March 2nd, 2024
Hello again, is this psoriasis? Only on one elbow. Not itchy or painful at all. I just discovered it because I had a mosquito on my arm. No peeling, no bleeding, no flaking. I am 30 years old. I think I had a scab there, but with my two kids and life, I can't clearly remember. It's just one elbow, my dominant one as well (R), and no where else.
August 1st, 2023
I stopped taking my propranolol 80 mg and my left foot at the sock line keeps causing my leg by the sock band to swell or retain fluid. I started taking the propranolol again, but it still happens occasionally. I never had this issue until my doctor said it was fine to stop as long as my BP was okay, which it was. I was off it for around 10 to 15 days. Do you know why this is happening? Additionally, I have been on propranolol since 2013 or 2014 due to nerve damage in my right arm, but I experience many side effects like no energy, weight gain, and hives from Red Bull energy drinks. I'm worried and not trusting my doctor because I read that you have to be weaned off propranolol. Is it possible I'm becoming allergic to propranolol? How can I safely stop taking it if it's causing more damage than good?
September 26th, 2024
I have symptoms of gallstones, but a CT scan shows nothing, and I have no gallbladder. The pain began three weeks ago, and I've only taken Panamax. I have a medical history of CAD, AF, and a pacer. What could be causing my pain, and what tests should I consider?
July 9th, 2023
I am 73 years old and drink above the moderate alcohol limits recommended several times per week. I have done this all my life and have no physical illnesses. I have regularly exercised significantly more than general guidelines and attributed my health to vigorous exercise, good dietary habits, and not smoking for the last 25 years. My doctor attributed my good health to the 'training effect' of my exercise regime. Despite this, I am concerned about comments suggesting that my exercise efforts are nullified by my drinking habits. Do you agree with my doctor that exercise has significant value and meaning, and is my exercise still important despite drinking above recommended levels?
November 4th, 2024
I mistakenly took my sleep medication Lunesta instead of my regular blue pill. How can I counteract the daytime sleepiness, especially since I'd rather be productive?
August 30th, 2023