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I have been experiencing small amounts of bright red blood on toilet paper when I wipe, along with extreme itchiness and occasional pain after wiping. My bowel movements vary from large and big to very ribbon-like. I am a 26-year-old moderate smoker and drinker, with no other drugs or medications. This bleeding has been occurring for about two months, with no pain during bowel movements, but pain when wiping and after. I also have a 103.5 fever today, which I doubt is related. What could be causing these symptoms, and what steps can I take to address them?
January 10th, 2023
If there is a fistula between one section of the small bowel and the adjacent one, will it show on MR enterography or small bowel follow through?
August 5th, 2023
My 33-year-old daughter is feeling unwell and has lost 5-6 units of blood. Her iron count is at six (should be 12-16) and her blood red cells are at 25 (should be around 40). She was recommended over-the-counter iron supplements and stool samples. Is this non-urgent assessment correct, and is it safe for her to travel to Singapore next week?
November 8th, 2023
I want information on Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injection for my arthritic knee. I have had arthritis for a few years and am 70 years old. I have received cortisone injections and Uflexa on my left knee, which provided relief, and recently got a cortisone shot in my right knee with amazing relief. I am also dealing with Hashimoto's thyroid and possibly Graves' disease, but otherwise, I am healthy and active. I am taking synthroid and tylenol. What are the success rates and long-term benefits of PRP injections for arthritis?
September 13th, 2023
What happens if you eat too much salt when having heart rhythm problems?
August 30th, 2023
I’ve had RUQ (right upper quadrant) pain for almost 2 years, with constant but fluctuating intensity, located under my right rib cage. Additionally, I’ve experienced back pain in the same area for the past 2 months, which worsens when pressed. I’ve undergone an ultrasound, HIDA scan, and CT scan, all of which showed no abnormalities. My blood work has also been normal. What could be causing this pain, and what should I do next?
January 12th, 2023