I went to a CVS MinuteClinic to get an anal lump checked out. The nurse practitioner identified it as a polyp, not external hemorrhoids, and didn't seem overly concerned about it being cancerous. I have a few more details about my health status: symptoms have improved, I noticed painful bumps on my left buttock, groin pain, more gas than usual, prostate-related pain, a normal Cologuard result 2 years and 10 months ago, a normal colonoscopy 15 years ago with internal hemorrhoids found, I've gained 25 pounds in the last 2 years, and I eat a healthy diet but have acid reflux from fruit. My main concerns are: what are the recommended diagnostic procedures, my severe allergic reaction to twilight anesthesia during an endoscopy, and whether the polyp could be related to hemorrhoids.
November 15th, 2024
Can an upper GI bleed due to gastritis and taking NSAIDs for several days, where Hb dropped from 15.5 to 10 in 2 weeks, stop without treatment once NSAIDs are not used again?
December 21st, 2024
For the past 2 weeks, I've been having difficulty focusing on my phone screen for longer than 5 to 10 minutes at a time. Beyond that, my temples start to tense, my eyes feel like they want to cross, and I get brief periods of blurriness before my eyes see normally again. I can use a computer screen for longer periods but eventually, the same issue occurs. What causes this?
December 11th, 2024
I have been experiencing severe mental health issues due to stress, leading to overeating and physical health problems including foot and hip injuries. I am seeking advice on how to manage these issues and improve my situation, including working with my doctors and therapists.
December 13th, 2023
After giving oral sex to my partner and having semen enter my eyes and mouth, is there a risk of HIV transmission, and should I get an HIV test?
October 31st, 2023
What is the cause of ulcer and how can I prevent having that kind of illness?
November 9th, 2024