My 81-year-old father, who is otherwise healthy, recently traveled to India and experienced significant exertion, including going up and down stairs. Upon returning, he had swollen feet and ankles, with the left foot being more swollen than the right. The swelling reduced over time, but the left foot remains mildly swollen. He reports no pain, but I am concerned about the possibility of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). What could be causing the swelling in his left foot, and should he be tested for DVT?

February 15th, 2023

Why do bile acids in the gallbladder have a detergent chemical action? Is it due to the formulation of medium chain triglycerides, only affinity for fatty acid triglycerides, formulation of zwitter ion, or the amphipathic nature of the bile acids?

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My town has informed residents that there is too much magnesium in the public water supply that people have been drinking for a number of months. My mother has issues with her kidneys and has been using the town's water. Should she be concerned?

June 25th, 2023

I am 73 years old and have been experiencing knee and leg pain for about 6 months. I use heat, ice, and cream, but the pain is so severe that it affects my sleep. I have seen a medical doctor who suggested taking aspirin due to my age. What other treatments or medications could help manage my pain?

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If I have a fatty liver, what are the chances that I will develop liver cancer?

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