On December 15/12, I experienced a sudden sharp pain on my left side while waiting for my grandson's hockey game to start. I could not sit, and the pain worsened, leading me to go to the hospital on December 20/12. I was confirmed to have a cracked rib, with difficulty in laughing, coughing, and sleeping on my left side. Chest and rib X-rays were taken, showing clear lungs and osteoporosis, but no other issues. However, I find no change in my condition except for slight swelling on my side and occasional feeling of a 'ball' on my side. Should I be concerned, or is this part of the symptoms?

January 25th, 2024

My wife has had diarrhea for 2 weeks. What could be causing it and what should we do?

March 21st, 2023

I feel bloated, fullness, a lot of air, and stomach discomfort that spreads to my arm and neck. Can I take Nexium, and what else should I do?

March 24th, 2023

I have a low blood platelet count (139) which was detected during a routine blood check for high blood pressure. I am on blood pressure medications (amlodopine and ramipril) and have been for over 10 years. What could be causing my low platelet count and what can I do about it?

November 15th, 2023

I was diagnosed with tonsil inflammation (angina) and had a fever, aches, and difficulty swallowing. The doctor suspected a bacterial infection and prescribed a blood test before antibiotics. The results showed no mononucleosis, normal blood count except for high leukocytes and neutrophils, and low lymphocytes. Is this normal, and what does it mean for my condition?

December 11th, 2023