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I had open heart surgery 19 weeks ago. I completed rehab and was doing well, but recently I've had a severe throat infection, been very tired, and my body temperature is lower than normal. I also feel scared and have sensations of doom, odd swallowing sensations, slight hair loss, and slight ringing in my ears. Is this normal after heart surgery?
January 7th, 2023
I have a rash around the anal area that itches all the time. How long have you had this? Do you have any other symptoms or previous illnesses? What does the rash look like? What creams have you used?
August 1st, 2024
I have a bunion on my right foot, which may or may not be related to my big toe being numb. The tip of the toe is now very sensitive as if it has been asleep for a long period of time. Is this a concern?
May 24th, 2023
My mother has been in the hospital for 5 weeks, and her liver screen was normal. However, a CT scan previously reported as NAD now shows a 'spot' on her liver. Her LFTs were normal up to June and only slightly elevated due to antibiotics. The intern was dismissive, stating it doesn't matter how many scans they do due to her age. I'm a nurse and believe a normal liver screen is a good sign, but the intern said it doesn't mean anything. Is the normal liver screen a good indicator that it's unlikely to be cancer?
June 22nd, 2023
When I bend down or with sudden movements, I feel dizzy, off balance, and pressure going up my neck, causing a whooshing sound in my ears. What could be causing this?
June 1st, 2024
I have stomach pain, a lot of gas, and diarrhea. I am taking Prevacid but it's not working. I am more concerned about the diarrhea. Is this normal?
June 3rd, 2024