I had double knee replacement 7 weeks ago and have been prescribed Oxycodone / acetaminophen 7.5 - 325 mg tablets every 4 to 6 hours. The medication has been effective in managing my discomfort, but I fear addiction. I also have Vertigo BPPV and am 73 years old with a history of normal recoveries from previous surgeries. What should I do to manage my pain and avoid addiction?

May 28th, 2024

I have been experiencing chest pain for 4 days, along with dry coughing that brings up mucus and hurts my chest, difficulty breathing, nausea, headache, fatigue, shaking chills, sneezing that hurts my chest, a low-grade fever, and a burning sore throat. I have a history of epilepsy, lupus, and angina. How should I manage these symptoms and when should I seek further medical attention?

August 29th, 2024

I have either sciatica or a slipped disc. I'm not sure but I need to be x-rayed. My back on the right side is hurting, and I have been prescribed Naproxzen and Tramadol. What could be causing this pain, and what tests should I undergo to determine the exact issue?

March 3rd, 2024

I think I might have toxic shock syndrome. I don't have a rash, but I have a low-grade fever, muscle aches, headaches, and nausea. I've been experiencing these symptoms since Sunday when I realized I had forgotten to remove a tampon from the prior day (over 24 hours). Should I go to the ER now or wait to go to urgent care in the morning?

February 21st, 2023

I have severe back pain, front thigh pain extending to the outer knee, and sometimes groin pain. I've had an MRI showing mild narrowing at L3-L4 and L4-L5 causing compression on the L4 nerve. I've also had two total hip joint replacements. What could be causing my pain, and how can I manage it?

July 17th, 2023