I am a 27-year-old female with a history of acid reflux and digestive issues, including IBS. I experience sharp pain under my right ribcage every other day, which feels like a bruised rib but without any visible bump. The pain is tender to touch and occurs monthly, recently becoming more frequent and intense. It feels like pressure when I lay down and is not triggered by any known cause. I visited a doctor who diagnosed it as muscle pain, but I'm concerned it might be something else. What could be causing this pain, and should I be concerned?

October 2nd, 2024

I have terrible burning and tingling in my feet, ankles, and calves with swelling that does not go down at night. I didn't sleep at all last night for the pain in my calves and ankles. I can hardly stand and walk—can't straighten my legs at all. When I wear compression socks up to my knees, my thighs swell too. How long have you had the swelling? About how large is the affected area? Are your thighs painful or tender? Anything else in your medical history you think the Doctor should know?

September 25th, 2024

I have a sore on my leg that I'm not sure is getting better. I haven't used any medication for it and haven't seen a doctor. I've had it since last Sunday and have only applied hydrogen peroxide. It has now spread to my ass. What could it be and what should I do?

July 1st, 2023

Can a paper-cut allow HIV to transmit through fingering if there is no bleeding and the skin is just peeled?

March 14th, 2024

I had a miscarriage on November 18 and my last period began on May 17, lasting around 7-8 days. I have some discharge, itching, and burning during urination, and I was sexually active around 10 days ago. What could be causing these symptoms and what should I do to address them and improve my chances of reproducing?

September 29th, 2023