I just had umbilical hernia repair surgery on Wednesday and today I noticed a pain in my left calf muscle. The pain comes and goes, is sharp but mild, and is localized to one small area in the back of my calf. I am currently taking Tylenol and 5mg Percocet, and I am 37 years old. Should I be concerned about this pain, and what steps should I take to address it?

August 22nd, 2024

I have been experiencing pain when swallowing for several months, which I initially dismissed as not serious. Given my history of bulimia and concerns about Barrett's esophagus and esophageal cancer, I am worried about the potential risks and whether my symptoms could indicate a serious condition. Additionally, I have been experiencing other symptoms such as gurgling noises in my stomach and chest, excessive flatulence, difficulty burping, a feeling of something stuck in my chest, and occasional heartburn despite being on omeprazole and gaviscon. Could these symptoms be related to GERD or anxiety, and what should I do next?

September 21st, 2023

I have a painful lump on my left side above the hip that is making it hard for me to move. I'm a 59-year-old female with several acute medical issues. What could be causing this lump, and what should I do about it?

January 1st, 2024

Is it possible to sprain your foot and not know you did it until pain and swelling starts? My foot hurt about two days ago, and I was slightly limping at work, it was excruciating, just a twinge that was very uncomfortable. Yesterday, I was limping a lot less, almost not at all. This morning I woke up and barely walk, it’s very swollen all on the top of foot, and it’s gotten worse throughout the day. There is nothing that I can think of that I did to injure myself.

September 6th, 2023

What would cause a systematic burning feeling on my back and shoulders, and can medications cause it?

October 3rd, 2024