I went to my doctor last Thursday with severe lower back pain. He prescribed Panadine Forte and advised rest. Today, I still have a lot of back pain, which is constant, aching and stabbing, with possible increased fatigue. I also feel the pain radiating down my right leg today, though it wasn't before. My doctor ruled out kidney stones with a urine test. What could be causing this pain, and what can I do to alleviate it?

March 31st, 2023

Would I be missing any nutrients and/or vitamins needed for my workouts if I had a vegan diet (dairy free)?

May 14th, 2023

I was told to stop taking Spironolactone after 4 years of daily 50mg dose. I'm experiencing terrible nausea, which comes and goes. My appetite is good, but I have bloating and difficulty going to the bathroom. I'm 61 years old, taking lots of supplements but nothing new for the nausea. I have a history of liver damage from alcohol consumption over 4 years ago. What could be causing the nausea and what can I do to alleviate it?

May 11th, 2023

I have a lingering severe cough that started around day 10 after having COVID-19. I have chest congestion, chest pain that radiates to my back, and a wheeze when I exhale. Bromhexine helps with mucus, and Ventolin temporarily relieves chest tightness. I'm 48 years old, female, and have a history of pneumonia. What could be causing this and what should I do?

April 28th, 2024

I am not sure if I should go to the ER or not. I believe I have food poisoning. It started on Wednesday about 2 hours after I ate fast food breakfast. I am having excessive diarrhea, vomiting, stomach pains, my fever has been around the 100-101 range consistently. I have not been able to eat anything. I can barely keep any water or Gatorade down. I feel shaky and like I'm going to pass out. I have seen no improvement of my symptoms.

December 11th, 2023