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I was diagnosed with an extreme viral infection in my lungs about 3 months ago. I took herbs and other natural items prescribed by a holistic doctor, but I still can't sleep lying flat, can't taste my food, and my stomach, legs, thighs, and feet are swollen. What's happening, and is there anything over the counter I can take to flush out the water or whatever it is?
September 4th, 2023
I was diagnosed with a pinched nerve in my neck and back 5 days ago. My symptoms have improved, but I'm still experiencing occasional muscle cramps in my arms and legs, especially with prolonged sitting. The cramps are getting better with ice/heat and vitamins. How long should I wait before following up with my PCP regarding these cramps, and what additional steps can I take to manage them?
November 4th, 2023
I use Limbitrol in combination with Ambien to sleep after experiencing a neurotoxic reaction to antibiotics. I can't sleep without both drugs, and Limbitrol helps me stay asleep despite high-frequency sleep interruptions. Recently, there was a shortage of Limbitrol, causing severe sleep deprivation. I live in a rural area, making it difficult to obtain the drug. A pharmacist suggested Triazolam as an alternative. Currently, I take 1.5 Ambien 15mg and 2 Limbitrol 10/25 tablets along with melatonin. Is Triazolam a viable alternative given the difficulty in acquiring Limbitrol, and what would be the equivalent dose?
March 1st, 2023
I have experienced an esophageal burn from ingesting hot tea mixture 3 weeks ago. I have been very careful with liquids and soft foods, but still feel a lump in my throat. Could it take one month or more to heal an esophageal thermal injury, and is it best to stay on a soft diet?
May 17th, 2024
How do I know if I have scabies? How long can they live on you without treatment? How can I get treatment without a prescription? Can scabies occur on the head of the penis? What is Oral Ivermectin? How can I diagnose that I have scabies? Can I get rid of them without the oral capsule? What if I use both the capsule and cream but it does not go away?
October 29th, 2024
I have atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response (afib with rvr) and have had multiple incidents since October 1915. I am currently on Sotolol 80mg in the morning and 40mg in the evening, Diltiazem ER 180mg in the morning, and Tranxene 3.75mg in the morning and evening. I don't see my cardiologist until February 3rd. Should I be concerned about my current symptoms and medications, and is it safe to take Chlorazepate with Diltiazem and Sotolol?
July 16th, 2023