My finger is swollen and won’t go down, and my bone hurts constantly for the past 3 months, especially during winter. The pain is achy and sometimes feels like pins and needles. I’m 16 years old, on Adco-etoricoxib 90mg, and have a gluten intolerance, nut allergy, and am anemic. I also experience stiffness in my spine and shoulders. What could be causing this, and what should I do?

September 12th, 2024

Is it normal to have a lump in the stomach, and why might I be experiencing headaches, ear pain, and numbness in my arms upon waking up?

March 20th, 2024

If I had Transverse Myelitis from the flu vaccine, can I get the Covid vaccine? I am 59 years old, not on any medications, and have not had the flu shot in about 12 years due to the reaction I had. I am located in Hebron CT, where COVID-19 is not widespread at this time. I teach and will be back in the classroom with larger class sizes come September, so I feel I may be at more risk from COVID itself.

May 30th, 2024

I have a history of broken middle fingers from junior high and recently started indoor rock climbing. Last week, I experienced pain in my right middle finger after a class, which sometimes returns, especially when using my hands. I want to continue rock climbing but am concerned about potential issues. How should I proceed?

April 21st, 2024

My 3-year-old woke up to tell me she ate a Wellaby bravery badge (bandaid). She's acting fine and I had her drink some water. Should I be concerned about the bright colors in the bandaid, and what should I do next?

February 19th, 2023