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I have an internal hemorrhoid and have problems with constipation right now. The stool is hard to pass, and I don't want to strain. Is a stool softener like Colace a good choice to take right now?
September 18th, 2023
I started feeling sick on February 4th with symptoms including throat pain, headache, and fatigue. The symptoms subsided but returned around February 10th. I'm unsure if I had a fever and I don't feel nauseous, but I'm worried it might be related to my sinus problems. Additionally, I'm concerned about potential HIV exposure from a blood draw three weeks ago. What should I do for my symptoms and should I get an HIV RNA test at 20 days post-exposure?
March 6th, 2024
Can I get a doctor's note for sick leave, and what medicine can I use for my symptoms after having COVID-19?
July 15th, 2023
I am a 42-year-old female with no known medical conditions, but recent lab tests show slightly high cholesterol and pre-diabetes. For the past month, I have been experiencing weakness and throbbing, burning pain on the left side of my body, which worsens with activity or rest. My hand is stiff, and I also have headaches, middle upper back pain, and soreness in the middle of my back. What could this be?
August 25th, 2023
I got fillers under my eye almost a month ago. The bruising was severe and lasted 3 weeks. Now, I have discoloration that my injector says is PIH (Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation). They recommended using Obagi skin bleaching cream. How long could this discoloration take to improve, and is it possible for it to go away completely?
July 2nd, 2024
I have been experiencing rectal/colon pain since August, with symptoms including stinging pain, bleeding, gas, and blood-smelling stool. I am concerned about the possibility of colon cancer, especially after watching videos of younger people being misdiagnosed. What could be causing these symptoms, and should I be worried about cancer?
November 26th, 2024