I have been experiencing abdominal pain for over five years, initially in the area where my ribs meet, which felt like a gnawing burning pain and was accompanied by painful hiccups. I was diagnosed with an irregular z-line and a small hiatal hernia but no ulcer, and despite trying various medications and supplements, the pain has persisted and moved to just above my belly button. I also have a fatty liver, nausea, constipation, and the pain often makes me feel hungry. What could be causing this pain, and what further steps should I take to address it?

March 18th, 2023

I'm 70 years old and have difficulty obtaining/maintaining an erection. I take 80mg Lipitor, 20mg Lexapro, 0.04mg Flomax daily, and 6.25mg Carvedilol twice daily. I have tried Viagra but it hasn't worked. Do you have any other suggestions?

November 12th, 2024

How do I differentiate between a diverticulitis flare-up and gastroenteritis, and how can I ensure my doctor is not misdiagnosing my symptoms as gastroenteritis or the stomach flu when it might actually be a severe case of diverticulitis requiring medication?

May 20th, 2024

My hemoglobin keeps dropping. Three years ago it was 13, last year it was 11, and now it is 8. What could be the cause of this, and what should I do?

April 4th, 2024

I was thrown off a horse on 7/7/13 and landed on my right ankle and sacrum. I have been experiencing severe pain in my sacrum area, making it difficult to stand, sit, bend over, and get in and out of my car. I also have shooting pains in both hips. Is it possible to fracture or crack my sacrum, and how would it be treated if it was? I fell about 5 feet straight onto my lower back and am in unbearable pain. What can I do for relief until I see an orthopedic specialist this Friday?

April 1st, 2023