I have a painful abscess on my anus. Should I be going to the emergency room? The pain is constant, sharp, and started last week. I just finished taking levofloxacin, which caused aggressive diarrhea. I am 39 years old with no other significant medical history.

November 22nd, 2023

How do I switch from taking amlodipine 10mg to nifedipine ER 30mg?

November 16th, 2023

My daughter got bitten by another kid on her face, causing her upper lip to bleed and swell. She is 22 months old and currently taking thyroid medication. Should we take her to a doctor, and if so, what treatment might be necessary?

July 31st, 2024

My fiancée has been experiencing food poisoning symptoms since Monday evening, likely from watermelon or tomato soup. She has been vomiting frequently and is generally uncomfortable. She managed to keep down ice chips, Sprite, and some broth yesterday, but she started vomiting again an hour ago and cannot keep even ice chips down. I'm concerned about her hydration and the fact that the symptoms haven't resolved after 24 hours. What should we do at this point?

June 2nd, 2024

I am experiencing severe back pain, hip pain, and a twisted ankle while on vacation. I have been using over-the-counter medications like ibuprofen and Advil, but the pain is still severe and affecting my ability to sleep. What can I do to manage this pain without needing a prescription?

December 11th, 2023