I started exercising again after a year-long break, focusing on high-volume bodyweight exercises like pushups, pull-ups, and squats. After noticing intense pain in my left flank, I went to the doctor, who suggested it might be muscular. I had bloodwork and a urine culture, which were normal. I also drank more beer than usual over the weekend. My main concern is whether rhabdomyolysis is a possibility given my symptoms and recent activities. My urine hasn't darkened, and I had a normal chemistry panel and urinalysis six weeks ago.

October 3rd, 2024

I have a 1-year-old who has been very sick for the past three days with symptoms including crankiness, a very runny nose (today the mucus has been green), almost no appetite, sad and weepy eyes, being very clingy, and not sleeping well. I have been giving him children's acetaminophen. Should I take him to the clinic or treat it at home?

February 22nd, 2023

What makes BUN levels high, and what should I do if I have high BUN levels?

June 4th, 2023

My Rheumatoid factor is 173 and my CCP Antibodies are >250. Should I be concerned about RA? I have seen my primary doctor who prescribed Prednisone 60mg for a week, then 40mg for a week. I don't have a spleen, have chronic back pain, and recently started experiencing right hand pain and difficulty gripping. The pain is worse when laying down or sitting for long periods, and sometimes ice helps. What should I do for pain relief until I can see a rheumatologist?

June 29th, 2023

I have been experiencing green stools for over a month. I am a Type 2 diabetic with an abdominal hernia and take multiple medications. My doctor is not concerned, but I am wondering what could be causing this and if my abdominal hernia could be related.

August 31st, 2023