I have a swollen and painful big toe joint on my right foot. The pain is acute and located closer to the bottom of my feet. I was wearing flats with plenty of toe room and walked for about 40 minutes. I usually wear sneakers and have a healthy lifestyle with low sugar and meat in my diet. My medical appointment is not until Monday. What can I do to reduce the swelling and pain, and could this be related to rheumatoid arthritis given my family history?
November 9th, 2024
My company recently offered a free health screening. When I received my results, my Bilirubin and Iron were elevated. Is this something I should be concerned about?
December 1st, 2023
Why do I have burning pain in the lower side of my stomach? Is it a sign of an ulcer or something similar?
September 21st, 2024
Should I be worried about having nodules on my liver, especially since my SGGT count has increased from 46 to 56 over 4 years, and I am scheduled for a follow-up sonar to check for changes in the nodules?
June 13th, 2024
I had a work injury and was sent to physical therapy, but later found out I have a hairline fracture on my elbow. The orthopedic surgeon said it's too late to do anything and advised to go back to physical therapy. I have other medical conditions including ischemic colitis, bi-polar disorder, hysterectomy, and gallbladder removal. I don't feel comfortable going back to physical therapy. Should I see another doctor?
March 21st, 2024
I am currently taking Prilosec OTC 40 mg/day for acid reflux and Lorazepam 0.5 mg nightly for anxiety/insomnia. I am experiencing painful stomach pain. Could it be due to an interaction between the two drugs? Can these two drugs be taken together safely?
April 23rd, 2024