I'm not sure if I'm having asthma or not. I have GERD and constantly have a bitter taste in my mouth. I'm taking omeprazole but still get acid reflux. Recently, I've been having shortness of breath, which started gradually about two months ago but has worsened this week. I also have chest pain, frequent coughing to clear my throat, and the shortness of breath is worse at night. I went to the emergency room, and they said my chest x-ray didn't show anything abnormal. What could be causing this, and what tests should I undergo?

April 24th, 2024

I have swollen ankle, leg, and rib pain. The rib pain has been off and on for a year and a half. I also have arthritis in my lower back. What could be causing these symptoms and what treatments are available?

April 13th, 2024

When I notice a piece of red or orange material in my stool, I often worry it might be blood. What are some strategies to counter this concern and determine if it is actually blood?

October 18th, 2024

I went to a dermatologist who suggested that the combination of Doxycycline and ibuprofen might be causing my facial flushing. She also mentioned that she doesn't think I have lupus based on the redness of my face, but I'm waiting for blood test results. My OBGYN recommended black cohosh and soy vitamins for hot flashes. Should I stop taking the black cohosh and soy?

May 5th, 2024

Can I take Alka Seltzer Cold and Flu at night if I am already taking nortriptyline 25 mg and gabapentin 100 mg at night, and I have to work tomorrow at 7:00 am?

December 29th, 2023