I have received my test results indicating high cholesterol (201) and high blood count (17.1), a small hemangioma, and a liver cyst that has grown from 6mm to 10mm in 6 months. I also have a tight feeling on my left side compared to my right, and the CT report mentions possible mesenteric lymphadenitis and mild asymmetric dilation of the right internal collecting system. What do these findings mean, and are they cause for concern?

November 27th, 2023

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