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I’m pooping out mucus only and have a bit of stomach pain right now, but otherwise feel fine. I also feel a bit constipated and have been dealing with constipation on and off for the last month. Could this be related to IBS and what can I do about it?
October 23rd, 2023
Does my scab seem to be healing properly? It’s been about 10 days but was a pretty good gash. Additionally, I’m experiencing some weakness in my knee, especially after a full day. Is this normal, and should I cover the scab with a bandage or leave it uncovered?
November 7th, 2024
My penis head has a fishy smell, which I've had on and off for about a month. I am 24 years old, sexually active, and do not have penile discharge. I occasionally experience burning during urination, especially when I wake up. I drink a lot of liquid, so I urinate often during the day. I have not had an STD check recently and do not have a rash, redness, or itching on my penis head or foreskin. I am not taking any medications. What could be causing this and what should I do?
September 6th, 2023
I can’t fall asleep. It’s been a week now, and I sleep better after night shifts. I’m 21 years old, not using any medications, and have no significant medical history. I have night shifts two days back to back, then three days off, followed by another two night shifts with two days off, and then three day shifts. My body feels energetic at night, and I fall asleep around 7 am and wake up around noon or 2 pm. How can I adjust my sleep pattern to align better with my work schedule?
June 19th, 2023
I have been experiencing shivers, coughing short bursts, and a burning sensation in the middle of my chest for the past 2 days. The coughing is constant, and I also feel a little tightness in my chest when I cough. My nose is congested and runny, but not much comes out when I blow it. I am 60 years old and currently taking 2 Tylenol and 2 Advil every 6 hours. What could be causing these symptoms and what can I do to alleviate them?
June 25th, 2023
I was tested for herpes using the IgM antibody test, but I read that IgG is more accurate because IgM antibodies for herpes disappear over time. How long does it take for IgM to disappear, and can I accurately rely on my negative IgM results, or should I retest using IgG? Additionally, my doctor ordered IgG testing, but only IgM results were posted. Why might this be, and should I be concerned about the delay in IgG results?
January 15th, 2024