I am 79 years old, in good health, and have recently had swollen feet. The swelling occurs daily, is exacerbated by air travel, and extends up my calf. I wear compression socks, which normally control the swelling, but it becomes more pronounced during air travel. My ankles are not painful or tender, but the swelling is noticeable when pressed. I take no prescription drugs and have no underlying conditions, except for inherited high cholesterol. What are the possible medical causes for my swollen feet and what are my options?

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I have an indurated abscess on my right breast, and I'm 27 weeks pregnant. The antibiotics have reduced the pain, but the abscess remains hard and hasn't softened despite warm compresses. What can I do to speed up the healing process, and will this abscess affect my pregnancy?

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I have been home sick since Sunday, experiencing symptoms such as sleeping a lot, vomiting, hot and cold spells, increased bowel movements, and missed work. I need a note for work and want to find out what's going on with me. Can you help?

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My husband is experiencing excessive phlegm, excessive burps, a feeling of food not being digested, and a sensation that food is stuck at his throat. He deliberately throws up to find relief, and the food and water come out undigested. What could be causing these symptoms and what can be done to alleviate them?

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If you have HSV1 and HSV2, can you kiss and hug your kids without passing it on to them?

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