Why do my ribs hurt badly on the left side beneath the breast and around to the spine, especially on inhale or sharp movement, despite no recent injury? I have chronic migraines, obesity, arthritis, and a degenerative spine with a bone spur in the cervical spine.
October 1st, 2023
My 75-year-old mother has not been herself for about 6 months, showing signs of fatigue, weakness in her legs, and shortness of breath, especially at night. She has a family history of heart disease and a calcium score of 1400, but passed a stress test. She is on BP meds, cholesterol meds, and baby aspirin. What should our next steps be?
July 15th, 2023
I recently had cryotherapy for a wart on my thumb. The doctor didn't give me any follow-up advice apart from bandaging it. When it blistered, I cut the dead tissue away. What are my options for bandaging? Should I revisit my physician?
November 13th, 2024
I had emergency brain surgery last Wednesday due to a hematoma. I was discharged with instructions to limit my activity to what I feel comfortable with. I was prescribed Tylenol and levetiracetam for only two days. Should I be concerned about taking Tylenol, and why was I given levetiracetam if it's typically for seizures?
August 24th, 2024
I'm 30 years old and have recently experienced dull intermittent pain in the upper left quadrant of my abdomen, especially on the far left side. The pain seems to go away after a few days but returns when I drink alcohol or eat fatty foods. Eating right and exercising help alleviate the pain. I also have a minor irregular heartbeat. What could be causing this pain and what can I do to manage it?
September 23rd, 2024
Can a 7-year-old child's kick cause damage to an adult's head, and is there any need for further tests for a persistent cough in an older individual, or for a low heart rate, or for teeth sensitivity unrelated to cardiac issues?
May 4th, 2024