My friend over 60 has tendonitis in his right shoulder, is diabetic, and was prescribed prednisone pills in titrating doses 6,5,4,3,2,1. The pharmacist advised taking them all at once. His blood sugar is 357, and he feels bloated, fatigued, short of breath, and has stomach pain. He has a history of kidney, liver, and heart issues. What should be done about his current condition and the prednisone dosage?

September 7th, 2024

I tried cocaine yesterday. If it had fentanyl in it, would I still be at risk?

December 21st, 2024

I have been experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, anxiety, weakness in legs and shoulders (more on the left side), knee pain due to weakness, difficulty swallowing, speaking difficulties, occasional vertigo, hyperventilation, and intermittent stiffness in calves, especially after sports. These symptoms first appeared in January and have fluctuated since then. I have been diagnosed with an intermittent dystonia in my left hand and a mild B12 deficiency, which I am supplementing. I have also been diagnosed with anxiety. What could be causing these symptoms, and should I be concerned about a more serious condition like polymyositis?

May 21st, 2024

I have been experiencing loss of appetite, a warm feeling in my stomach, and nausea for the past 5 weeks. I have alternating diarrhea and constipation, and I am currently taking DEXILANT. I have not experienced any weight loss, stress, fever, or a family history of irritable bowel syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease. My thyroid status was last checked a year ago and was fine. What could be causing these symptoms and what can I do to alleviate them?

February 18th, 2023

I have a hairline fracture and have been given a splint cast. It's been on since yesterday, and it's very hot in Maui, making it feel very constricted. I'm not leaving to see my doctor in NY until January 2nd. Should I keep the cast on, or is it advisable to take it off or recast it before then?

March 10th, 2024