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Ankle popping after sprain
19M. 5’8 140. Dont drink or take drugs.
I twisted my ankle multiple ways playing soccer and now it pops a lot. I know its a medial ankle sprain and a high ankle sprain, but honestly the medial one
doesnt bother me anymore. The high ankle area hurts with certain movements, so thats annoyi... | 4.5 | **Podiatrist - Foot and Ankle Surgeon**: U probably have some instability from the recurring sprains. The popping will probably persist. If it isn't painful u can get by using a med spec aso brace off Amazon. If it starts to hurt u will probably need a lateral ankle stabilization surgery at some point. If u develop pai... |
Hives / angioedema continue to escalate as I treat with high -dose steroids, feel like no one can help me [F] (25)
Hey all.
Female, 25, 5’6’’, 115 lbs. no pert med history besides below.
I have had an issue with on and off angioedema around my eyes for 4 years but had not experienced it for many months until the ... | 1 | **Patient Care Assistant**: Honestly, you should go to the ER.
**Physician**: I would also go to the ER, since it seems like it’s worsening. They might admit you just for observation and give IV steroids.
However, if this is angioedema, you should probably see an allergist. There are immune modulating medications ... |
Cat bite on hand. Seek medical attention or care for it at home?
31 year old female. 150 lbs.
Got bit by a cat at work today by the base of my thumb on my left hand, it was not a deep bite but it did bleed a little bit and it hurt more than I would have expected by the look of it. My hand was kind of numb and hurt... | 2 | **Pharmacist**: Unless this is someone’s cat, you should get a rabies shot
**Physician**: It doesn't look infected but I'd call your GP or go to urgent care for antibiotics.
**Physician - Surgeon**: Cat bite always seek medical attention. These LOVE LOVE LOVE to get infected. |
Curtain Eye is it an emergency
I've (23M) got a eye appointment scheduled in September, which is the earliest they can do. For quite a few months, actually probably since i got diagnosed with High Blood Pressure I noticed a curtain like shadow in my left eye. Told my doctor about it, thinking maybe it was a side effec... | 3 | **Physician - Ophthalmology**: Go to the ophthalmologist tomorrow. This is an emergency. |
23FTM Can an ectopic pregnancy cause multiple negative test results?
Hey everyone, I wanna preface this by saying I have extreme health anxiety and I'm sorry if this is a stupid question.
Also I'm trans FTM but I haven't started hormones or anything. I do have PCOS, I don't smoke, I have normal blood pressure (maybe ... | 6 | **Physician | Moderator**: Ectopic pregnancies produce beta-hCG as well. While there are rare case reports of negative urine tests, that’s a tiny exception.
Being contraception or using Plan B doesn’t increase your ectopic risk, and Plan B is effective for preventing any pregnancy, ectopic or not.
Your odds of pregn... |
Can I take a hot bath or shower with COVID/mild fever?
32 female, triple vaxxed, no significant physical health issues. I take lamotrigine and citalopram along with low dose seroquel for bipolar type II.
I tested positive for COVID today and feel absolutely terrible. I have a mild fever (99.9). I also have terrible ... | 6 | **Physician | Top Contributor**: There is no medical reason that you can't take a warm bath and eat hot soup if you have an elevated temperature (you don't even have a fever, since a fever is a temp >100.4F). That's just an old wives tale. |
Tib/fib break. Rod placed. Was on thinners in hospital but no instructions about them when released.
38 year old male 220 pounds, no smoking, vapes, with PVC/PACs low Vit D
Second try posting because I was missing keywords.
To be very clear, this medical facility is struggling and had awful manpower issues and over... | 4 | **Physician**: As long as you were on blood thinners immediately after surgery for some amount of time, preferably >5 days and optimally 10-14 days, it is standard to transition to a baby aspirin. I’d continue the aspirin until you see your surgeon at a follow up. Ask if they’d like to stop or continue the aspirin a... |
Sexual help is required pls
Hi, I'm 21 Male, last 2-3 months I was sexually active, dunno if it's just normal cuz iv been holding my desire before or to get rid of my anxiety, but iv been ejaculating everyday sometimes 2 a day but mostly once, but after doing so I get a little discomfort feeling in my testicles usuall... | 6 | **MD - Peds GI | Top Contributor**: 1. It's normal to ejaculate daily, and is actually quite healthy. It lowers the long term risk of prostate problems. Masturbation is normal and healthy. Don't feel ashamed or hesitant. If you want to go do it, and it's an appropriate time and place, then you do you.
2. It is al... |
Can I get a colonoscopy
I(23M) am completely convinced that I have colon cancer of advanced stage. I have all symptoms and now I am feeling extremely fatigued and weak and having trouble breathing. But all my doctors have ruled it out. I have somehow managed get a colonoscopy appointment now, but am scared that might ... | 4 | **Physician - Pulmonary and Critical Care**: You should speak with your primary care doctor about your anxiety. The way you seem to be going back and forth from unlikely extremes (advanced GI cancer and cardiac arrest from sedation) is evidence of anxiety that should be treated. |
My eyes see different colors
I am a 20 years old male
I weight 165lbs 5’8”
I don’t take any medications or smoke
I’ve worn glasses since I was a kid. My right eye is +1.5 and my left became a -0.5 in 2019 however My doctor only gave me lenses for my right( idk if this relates).
Recently I’d sometimes find myself s... | 6 | **Physician - Ophthalmology**: Very astute observation! The optics get complicated, but let me give you a simplified answer.
As light is focused by our eyes there is some splitting of the light into colors, like a prism would do. These different colors are focused slightly differently from each other. Cooler colors lik... |
My wife tested positive for Covid yesterday and I've tested negative but have a 102 degree fever and not sure why.
Male, 5'11, 285 lbs, 38 y/o, USA
The only symptoms I'm having are body aches, a bit of a headache and a high fever. No place is open currently for me to be seen but any idea how I can have these symptoms... | 5 | **Physician - Rheumatology**: If your wife has Covid-19 and you are symptomatic, you have Covid-19, too. My guess is that your rapid test will be positive in a couple of days.
If you are vaccinated or previously infected, your symptoms will begin very soon after exposure. If you are unvaccinated, the virus incubates f... |
There’s no elegant way to phrase thi[URL] why is my [24f] ass growling like my stomach?
If you can’t tell from the title, this is gonna be a gross and detailed question. Sorry, but my ass is growling at me like a grandma’s toy poodle and I wanna know why.
I’ve always called them “butt rumbles”. I’ve had them on and... | 4.5 | **Registered Nurse**: It could be a wide variety of things. No one will really be able to say for sure what is causing the diarrhea without doing some testing.
Go see your primary care doctor, get some lab work and they may want a stool sample. They’ll probably also ask about diet so start making a food journal, writ... |
How much weight loss is normal when taking stimulants?
I'm 26 years old (F), 5'2" and started taking Vyvanse for ADD. Within 3-4 months, I went down from 131 to 117 lbs due to lack of appetite/forgetting to eat.
When I went for a follow-up, it wasn't my usual family doctor, but a resident. Honestly, she didn't se... | 5 | **Registered Nurse**: Remember residents are doctors in training. She is training to be a family doctor most likely. Keep track of your weight.
**Physician - Pediatrics**: A lot of physicians are less knowledgeable about adult ADHD than I wish. When I trained, it was thought of as something kids would “grow out of” wh... |
Hair started thinning out since I started going regularely to the gym
18M, no medication, not smoker/drinker. So 7 months ago I started going to the gym at least 5 days a week, since then I started taking creatine but stopped 2 months ago and also preworkout that I am still taking twice a week before the gym. I stoppe... | 4 | **Physician - Dermatology**: See a dermatologist for proper diagnosis and treatment. Without pictures, it wouldn't be right to diagnose you with anything even though it's probably male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia) from your description. I don't think there's an association with the gym. there are different ... |
Necrotic tissues in vagina?
Hello, I (22F) used to have sexual intimacy with my boyfriend, with no condom. We're both clean.
A week and a half ago, my vagina started to itch. I thought it was a mycosis, I've never experienced it before and I put the blame on my bf as he lacks a good hygiene while I shower two times a... | 4 | **Registered Nurse**: Sounds like you have a yeast infection. It can cause severe itching and thick white chunky vaginal discharge. You can probably get treatment over the counter at a pharmacy. If that doesn't work, see a doctor, you might have another type of infection. |
Is suspected c diff a reason to visit ER?
41F, 5’4”, obese, fighting a sinus and double ear infection. Was on cefdinir 300mg twice daily for 10 days. Saw no improvement, was switched to Doxycycline 100 mg twice daily for 5 days. Today was my last dose.
All week I’ve had headaches and generally feeling crummy. Thoug... | 1 | **Physician - Cardiology **: If you’re having profuse diarrhea I’d see an ED just to see if you need hydration and a test for c diff
**Physician - Emergency Medicine**: I would go to the ER for evaluation. Not just for C diff but to eval your electrolytes since profuse diarrhea can cause significant electrolyte abnorm... |
Choking/biting- is it safe?
My partner and I (18M, 18F; no health conditions or medications other than health supplements) like to engage in choking and biting during sex and foreplay. I choke by squeezing the carotids, rather than squeezing the windpipe, as it is safer that way. I would like to know, however, whether... | 5 | **Physician**: Biting is safe
Choking is complicated. What you’re actually describing is called strangulation. The “high” sensation is the brain going without blood, which actually causes damage faster than just going without oxygen. If you keep going the victim will stop making memories but remain conscious- this... |
Depressed accident
10 days ago I (28 male non smoker 92kg 181cm) had a motorcycle accident. Nothing major, just dislocated/broke my shoulder. The problem is that i’ve been depressed for a week now. Can’t eat, can’t sleep, having a burning sensation in my chest and feeling a pressure on my head. I have flashbacks all ... | 4 | **Physician**: Good PCPs go a long way in incidents like this. PTSD or just stress from the accident can have a big impact on sleep and mental attitude. Could probably recommend med (if wanted) or therapy. In my opinion you've been through a rough event and need some help. There are some good studies on lavender capsul... |
My butt is bleeding
I am a female, 28 years old, 163 cm and weigh around 63kg. I take visanne for my ovarian cyst and I don't smoke. My problem is with my anus, there’s like this flesh around anus which pops out sometimes but I can push it back with my fingers. I have always had this since I was in college and it has ... | 4 | **Paramedic**: Hemorrhoids can cause bright red bleeding. Have you looked into that? If you don't think it's hemorrhoids, go see your doctor to get it evaluated. |
blood on toilet paper every time I use the bathroom
I'm male, 30 years old, 5'9, 175lbs, and smoke a third of a pack a day. I am on no medications and my diet is simple and clean (chicken, oats, eggs, occasionally pizza). Never had any gastrointestinal distress other than acute acid reflux.
Since I can remember, I w... | 4 | **Physician**: You need to see a doctor for a rectal exam. Usually blood on the toilet paper is due to hemorrhoids (can be painful or painless) or an anal fissure (usually excruciatingly painful) which can be easily identified on a normal rectal exam.
If the rectal exam doesn’t show anything the next step is a colon... |
difficulty swallowing my spit
29 male , I am a smoker and suffer from anxiety and panic attacks , I take ativan as needed for the mentiened cause. It's really difficult for me to swallow my spit. Whenever I feel like doing it I get intense around my neck and jaws and feel like I am going to swallow my tongue. Besides ... | 5 | **MD - Peds GI | Top Contributor**: Sounds like anxiety. You can't swallow your tongue (thanks Hollywood for putting this in everyone's head). Nicotine certainly won't help, but then again, neither will withdrawal from nicotine.
What you're describing is also a common symptom in a panic attack. Lots of deep breat... |
Meningitis?
I’m 39 F. 4’11 and about 150 lbs. I suffered from severe anxiety and depression. I am on pristiq 100 mg and Wellbutrin 300 mg. For the last about 3-4 weeks I’ve had severe pain stiffness. When I tilt my head to one side then slightly back I feel a pull which sometimes I’ll feel through the top of my head... | 6 | **Physician - General Surgery**: This is musculoskeletal pain. Meningitis can cause a stiff neck but you’d also have fever/chills, headache, photophobia, confusion, etc
**Physician - Pediatric Emergency Medicine**: Agreed that this is musculoskeletal. My typical talk with families in regards to neck stiffness is that ... |
URGENT!!!!
[21F], 167cm, 60kg, currently in northern cyprus.
Nurse just infiltrated an IV of Parol 10mg into my arm. The liquid formed a hard and painful sac under my skin and it is now spreading.
i had severe panic attacks over it and refused to let them touch me.
i want to to know what are the repercussions of ... | 5.5 | **Physician**: Is Parol Paracetamol? Tissue damage and infection are unlikely if it’s a new IV, maybe the nurses had a hard time with it but you should be fine.
**Physician - Pulmonary and Critical Care**: I’m assuming Parol is paracetamol as well? The dosage is strange, though, making me think you mean something else... |
Our new kitten bit me!
So we picked up our precious kittens the other day! One of them is taking some time to adjust and found herself stuck in the couch lining 🥺 we have 2 small kids/a dog so it’s much more overwhelming than what she’s used to.
When I went to pick her up and pull her through the little opening she... | 2 | **Physician - Dermatologist**: If it broke the skin I would be much more concerned about infection. A high percentage of cat bites get infected. I would not be too worried about rabies, but I would go to urgent care to get evaluated. |
Self medicating on psych meds
My almost 48 year old husband went off his psych meds (Emsam, Lamictal) and prescribed hormones (thyroid, testosterone) on his own in May 2021. This was done without doctor supervision. In November he got covid (which he “treated” with ivermectin, and yes, he is unvax’d) and has since b... | 4 | **Physician**: Both selegiline (Emsam) and lamotrigine (Lamictal) need to be closely supervised by his doctor.
Selegiline is a rather old school antidepressant and I have no first hand experience prescribing it. It requires careful monitoring of your dietary intake. Consuming too much food rich in tyramine can cause a... |
Please help- 32F, 11 weeks pregnant, needing help/ answers
Three days ago I was having morning sickness, I vomited a few times but on one of these times I accidentally opened my eyes and it felt like a had lock jaw and I couldn’t close them. The force of this (only two or three seconds) cause me to experience a severe... | 4 | **Licensed Vocational Nurse (retired)**: You need to see your ob/gyn. Please make sure you are vaxxed. The vaccine is safe for pregnant women. |
M28 I've had a stuffy nose for about 2.5 weeks and found some Nasal Spray that works but I want to make sure I'm not doing more bad than good.
I found some nasal spray at Walmart and since I got it I've used it 2-4 times a day depending how bad my nose got. I didn't realize until after a week or so that it said not ... | 4 | **Registered Nurse**: You shouldn’t be using oxymetazoline more than 3 days in a row because it’ll make your stuffy nose worse. Do you take a daily allergy med, like Zyrtec or Claritin? If your stuffy nose still persists, you can see your doc for recommendations that you can take like Flonase, pseudoephedrine, etc.
**... |
Pregnancy tests definitive or not?
26 Female. I’m just wondering. I’ve gotten pregnancy tests (all negative) I also got an at home blood HCG test (negative). I’m almost 8 weeks past the last time I had sex. (Used a condom). Anyways, I did get my period. It was lighter than usual but lasted for same number of days and ... | 6 | **Physician | Top Contributor**: Continued negative tests 8 weeks after potential conception are definitive.
"Cryptic pregnancy" generally refers to a condition where the person is psychologically unwilling to accept the pregnancy, or does not test. It does not refer to people taking multiple tests and somehow being p... |
strange passing out feeling.
Male 29, 5'11" 145lbs. Medications lithium for bipolar and naltrexone for alcohol cravings. Havent smoked in 5 months havent drank in 2 months. Never done drugs. Havent smoked weed in 2 months.
Started yesterday when i was working on a ladder when i started to ge... | 4 | **Physician - Radiology**: This is “time to see a doctor” territory. Could be anything including heart issues. |
HELP! ER time???
Hello, I am 6'0 25 M. I weigh 200 lbs. Only taking multi vitamins and omega 3. I have been dealing with brain fogs, confusion, balance issues, and dizziness for the last 3 months. Now, I am having dirreaha and nausea after eating for like 10 days straight with all the other symptoms continuing. So sh... | 4 | **Physician - Emergency Medicine**: Sounds like a PCP issue |
Would it be safe for me to start being active after being sedentary for a while and dealing with physical anxiety symptoms?
23 male, 133 lbs, 5 ft 11.
A little back story. I was more of less living sedentary for a couple years. In the spring of 2022 I decided to start going on walks and going to the gym because my... | 5 | **Physician - General Surgery**: Safe. Gradually increase activity as tolerated |
Went to doctor to get my ears cleaned and now I can't hear..what do I do?
Hi, I (18F) went to my local doctors office and they said my left ear was extremely plugged up. So I scheduled a cleaning. I went to that appointment and right from the start I could tell the nurse didn't know what she was doing. She blamed it... | 3.5 | **Physician - Pediatrics**: You should try to go to an ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) doctor as soon as possible. There are less serious possibilities (clogged earwax, fluid in ear) and more serious possibilities (ruptured tympanic membrane) for why you can't hear right now.
If you can't get to a specialist in any quick ... |
What pain relief options can I take for a headache that’s not getting better after paracetamol ? Unable to take NSAIDS
Headache that is getting worse over the 5/6 days w/ eye pain.
Taking daily : Actezolamide (1000mg/twice daily), topirimate (100mg/twice daily), cymbalt (60mg), plaquenil (200mg/twice daily).
Pain ... | 4 | **Physician - Anesthesiology**: You should go see your doctor.
Non urgently you should readress your NSAID allergy. Not all reactions to aspirin mean you can't take all NSAIDs. |
Medication
I am a female 26 5’7’’ I weigh about 170lbs I got COVID 3 weeks ago and my lungs are still struggling. What medication can I take to repair my lungs so I’m not short of breath? | 6 | **Physician - Anesthesiology**: There aren't medications for what you describe. It takes time. You had a lung infection. Your lungs need to heal.
**Physician - Pulmonary and Critical Care - Moderator**: There is not a single medication for this. Your lungs need time to heal. Some people are left with scarring of their... |
Is it normal to bleed vaginally every time I poop?
Age: 28. Gender: female. Height: 5’1. Weight: 110 lbs.
I have never had abnormal Pap smear tests. I have confirmed endometriosis and am waiting for a laparoscopic surgery but that will take a while.
I was advised to start skipping placebo pills of birth control be... | 4 | **Physician | Women's Health**: It’s definitely not normal. Recommend that you see a gynaecologist and explain your symptoms. If they do not find anything, then you may also need to be seen by a colo-rectal specialist. |
OBGYN told me my vaginal pain isn’t worth investigating and I should go to a pain clinic; she also told me to take BC even though is causes psychosis - is this normal?
30F. PCOS.
I recently went to a new OBGYN to discuss family planning and vaginal pain I experience after sex since having an IUD put in (and since ta... | 4 | **Physician**: If you’re feeling unheard and can’t get basic physical exams, it’s time for a second opinion. |
Very sensitive to amount of oxygen in the room, thirsty often... Advice needed. [25M]
**Facts about me:**
I'm 25, male, 65kg weight, 180cm height, not smoking or drinking, occasionally eating junk food (eg. chocolates) but that's it otherwise eating healthy, had and still have years of problems with IBS, very sensiti... | 5 | **Physician - Pulmonary and Critical Care**: Get a carbon monoxide detector and check that room/your house ASAP. What you’re describing isn’t an oxygen problem, but is very concerning for carbon monoxide. |
weird reaction to having a simple conversation that ive never felt before
hi im 18 male. today i was sitting in my room with my roommate and felt perfectly healthy. i've been eating normally the same ive been eating for the past few weeks. my roomate decided to ask for my help in his cs lab so i offered him my help. w... | 4 | **Physician - Family Medicine**: Some type of system error from your lack of sleep. Get some regular sleep, hydrate and observe. If it keeps happening, see a doctor for and exam and some labs. |
Can lifestyle changes counteract intimate side effects of SSRIs?
Caucasian 21 year old male. I just got started 2 months ago on fluoxatine and then trazadone was added a month later. They’ve murdered my sex drive, as well as making it difficult to maintain arousal and achieve orgasm. Are there any lifestyle changes I ... | 4 | **Physician**: Sexual side effects of serotonergic drugs are related to the effects they have on dopamine. The solutions that work are a) to add bupropion or b) stop the serotonergic medication. Discuss this with your prescribing doctor. |
My body doesn’t like it when I sit or lie down
Age: 26
Sex: Male
For the past 2 years, whenever I sit or lie down (more noticeable when sitting), I start experience throbbing sensation on the lower right side of my back, as well as an increased heart rate. I then begin to feel tension building up around my scalp and... | 4 | **Neurosurgery**: You need a serious neuro eval to determine which part of your neuraxis should be imaged. |
70 years old female. suddenly developed mental issues and behaviour like dementia.
Sudden mental issues like dementia.
Good evening all. My mother in law during the past 3 weeks seems to have suddenly developed mental issues like deep anxiety and paranoia. Constantly worrying about money and not being able to pay bil... | 4 | **Physician - Ob/Gyn**: There are multiple possibilities here. She needs proper assessment by a doctor, looking for signs of infection, as well as neurological deficit.
There are multiple types of dementia, most slowly progressing, but vascular dementia can occur fast, and is very up and down with its decline.
It i... |
I (34F) am not sure if I should see my doctor about Leukemia concerns, or if it is anxiety.
I am 34 F, 6’0, 240lbs. I take 20mg Escitalopram and 30mg Nifedipine daily. I am approximately 15 weeks postpartum, had a traumatic birth where I developed sepsis and needed an emergency c section. I have been dealing with ex... | 6 | **Physician - Pathologist**: Nothing here screams leukemia, your symptoms are all non-specific and you've offered likely explanations for each one.
Do you have a history of health anxiety?
**Physician - Hematology/Oncology**: You gotta lead with the normal CBC. If your CBC is normal, leukemia is out.
Heavy bruising... |
i drank once and now i can’t perform in bed. what should i do?
to preface this, i (21M) am not a heavy drinker. i occasionally drink with my friends on special occasions but that’s about it. a few days ago i decided to go out with my girlfriend & her friends for drinks and had a little too much to drink. ever sinc... | 5 | **MD - Peds GI | Top Contributor**: No, alcohol won't cause a permanent change in erectile function.
ED at your age is almost 100% from your state of mind and the social situation. Your best bet is to just relax, take your time, and reassure your girlfriend that it's got nothing to do with her. (Assuming that's tr... |
18F. Stomach hurts like hell after zero gravity ride at a festival
This ride really messed up my stomach but I didn’t eat anything today other than breakfast. I already vomited two times and it did nothing. Green/yellow liquid only came out which I assume is my stomach acid. I’m also very tired. I would just like to g... | 5 | **Physician**: You could go to the pharmacy and get an anti-nausea medication. Dramamine (Gravol) is commonly available over the counter at pharmacies.
If this persists, then it may be something to worry about.
How are you feeling now, 4 hours later? |
Lamictal: SJS?
23F diagnosed Bipolar 1 and PTSD.
No known major physical health issues or problems.
I have been taking Seroquel 100mg and Zoloft 100mg. Went to the hospital for a week for mental health reasons and they reduced my Zoloft to 50mg and started me on Lamictal.
I started with 25mg of Lamictal twice dai... | 6 | **Physician**: You have a cold or the flu. You could have Covid-19 and tested before shedding enough virus to have a positive rapid antigen test. Lots of viruses going around. Influenza vaccine does not cause a cough or nasal congestion. You don't have SJS. |
Incidental findings on my chest ct to rule out pulmonary embolism - please help explain
The emergency room doctor never mentioned this, but in the CT report the radiologist noted "incidentally noted mild bibasalar linear scarring and also noted "Aortic atherosclerosis with tortuosity." And finally "Stable 4 mm noncalc... | 4 | **Physician - Pulmonary and Critical Care**: The linear scarring just means you had some inflammatory process in the past, most likely pneumonia, that is now resolved. It won’t affect you in the future. The nodule is just a spot, 4mm is very small. The fact that is hasn’t changed in 2 years means it’s also just a small... |
[F19] I fainted unexplained a while ago and now my apple watch keeps giving me weird EKG results. Should I go to a cardiologist?
I am a 19-year-old woman. About 5'2 and 60kg. I have an anxiety disorder, coeliac, endometriosis, and usually an iron deficiency( haven't had it checked in a while). I have taken birth contr... | 4 | **Physician**: Apple watches are not medical devices and any so-called “ECG” they give you is medically meaningless.
I’d get the 24 hour tape done when you can since it hasn’t been done properly before. |
DVT PE no scan as on thinners
Diagnosed pulmonary embolism bilateral in Dec. On fragmin twice a day ever since. Woke up 2am agonising leg pain, eased very slightly but not much. Slight swelling but not measurable (as in, both my partner and I can see a difference but the calves measure the same). Saw a Dr this morning... | 2 | **Physician**: You need that scan to rule out a spontaneous thigh hematoma. A major amount of blood can be lost in the fascia planes of the thigh. It would cause severe pain without injury, swelling, and if you’re anemic because of hemorrhage you would be short of breath and faster heart rate.
Sometimes you can call ... |
am I underweight and do i need to do something
23m 6 feet 115 pounds like i can't physically eat anything without weed which gets expensive like recently I have wasted so much money on breakfast and lunch just to chew and spit it out then throw it away | 4 | **Physician | Top Contributor**: Why can’t you eat? This requires an in-person docto appointment |
girlfriend late on her period
My (27M) gf’s (25F) last period was mid October. We last had unprotected sex on November 1st and she hasn’t had her period since. I’m a grad student and she’s a new nurse, so we’ve both been under stress and exhausted more days than not. Especially my gf because she’s an ICU nurse who wor... | 4 | **Physician | Top Contributor**: A pregnancy test would still work if she were 8+ weeks along, and would be expected to be positive if she were actually pregnant. Given a negative test, worth taking another to be sure, but it's likely due to the stress and lifestyle changes.
To add, if she was on birth control through... |
Supposed to drink a gallon of polyethylene
32F, white, bowel issues and trouble swallowing. Hoshimotos and hypothyroidism. I take 88 mcg synthroid. Scheduled for a endoscopy and colonoscopy tomorrow afternoon. I was prescribed to drink a gallon of polyethylene glycol and I I'm trying but I can't keep it down. As soon... | 5 | **Physician - Gastroenterology**: Add flavor packets like crystal light. Just not red |
Unexplained weight loss
Hi there! I am a 21 y/o female and recently I lost quite a bit of weight within a few months & was just wondering if I should be concerned. I am 5’4 and weighed 118 lbs about 2 months ago, but now I’m only weighing in at 105. I’ve also noticed that I’ve been really really tired lately. This... | 4 | **Registered Nurse**: You should speak to your doctor about it. |
The left side of my face is numb and can’t move.
So on Saturday at around 11 a.m. i[19m] woke, showered, and brushed my teeth. During the shower nothing was irregular, but when I went to spit after brushing my teeth I noticed i couldn’t purse my lips on my left side. Instinctively i check for swelling and couldn’t f... | 1 | **Registered Nurse**: Could be Bell’s palsy but could also be an ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke. I’ve seen young people bust an aneurysm.
Go to ER
**Community Nurse**: Go to hospital and get checked, this could be bells palsy which is less concerning however you definitely want to play it safe
**Physician**: High pr... |
Tylenol VS 101.8°F Fever
(18F)(weight 137 Lbs)(height 5”4)
(Non smoker)
I’m currently running a 101.8 Fahrenheit fever and I took DayQuil 4 hours ago and just took a Tylenol. After taking the Tylenol I suddenly became even warmer. I feel heat coming out of my ears, my head hurts super bad and my whole body is hot... | 5.5 | **Registered Nurse**: It's normal to feel terrible if you have a fever. Try taking some ibuprofen (advil) as well. Only take it as per the package directions. Also becareful taking Dayquil and tylenol since Dayquil alsi contains tylenol. It can be easy to take too much tylenol in a day if you're taking both. Make sure ... |
Vomiting blood
I am a 20 something male who over the past year/year and a half have had an on and off drinking problem. The last month i've switched between drinking almost an entire bottle of vodka each or every other day. I'm only mentioning this because what i could google myself says it might be part of my actual ... | 5 | **Physician - Gastroenterology**: You have multiple issues contributing to your problem. The first is your alcoholism. Alcohol directly injures the esophagus but also relaxes your lower esophageal sphincter which allows reflux of stomach contents including acid. This will damage your esophagus and cause esophagitis. On... |
Is getting up to urinate 3-4 times a night by your mid-30s anything to be concerned about?
35M - Frequent urination at night is always something I've associated with older people. Is mid-30s too young or is it normal? | 4 | **Physician**: It could be life style related, it could also be a variety of other things. It depends how long it’s been going on, how often it’s happening and if there are other symptoms. In person work up recommended if new and persistent. |
When to go to ED for vomiting bile, severe pain
I'm 26, female, hx of chronic pancreatitis and subsequent tpait. I'm having severe abdominal pain, chest pain, sore throat. Been throwing up green bile and can't eat anything. Feels like my insides are being carved out and I'm in agony. I'm considering the ED but unsu... | 1 | **Neonatal Nurse Practitioner**: With a history of pancreatitis, I would go in.
**Physician**: ED sounds reasonable. |
Did I gave myself salt poisoning?
(22M) (6.1) (220) pounds more or less. I don’t know cause it was a year since I knew my weight cause I have nothing to check it other then the at out Local health Center.
Now about half a hour ago I put a spoonful or a lot more in a small cup of warm water and rinse my mouth with it... | 6 | **Physician - Pulmonary and Critical Care - Moderator**: No. |
Should I go to ER for this fever that lasted a few days?
I have a fever of 101.3 or so. Have had headaches and a sore neck. Barely no swollen lymph nodes. Started Thursday. It’s saturday now. I’m an otherwise healthy 24 year old adult. My mom insists I go to the ER lol. She doesn’t live nearby but she’s freaking out b... | 6 | **Physician | Top Contributor**: A fever is not an emergency, if you're otherwise feeling ok. The ER is for emergencies. |
(25 F, 6'0", 276 lbs, black) experiencing primary cough headache, should I see a doctor right away?
It started out this morning with me bending over to pick up something and I got a sharp and sudden pain around my head (but not the top, sort of like a halo) and it went away after a bit. I noticed that it's also happen... | 6 | **Physician - Anesthesiology**: Not concerning no. Just a headache and a cough with a cold. |
Had a minor accident, hit my head after falling from a scooter. Should I avoid drinking?
My head hit the ground but there is no swelling/scratches/bleeding seen externally. It's been a day and I have not noticed any common symptoms of a concussion/internal bleeding. The pain is also subsiding gradually. I have to atte... | 4 | **Physician**: Head injury is a common reason for an emergency room visit. Symptoms of a head injury can occur right away or may develop slowly over several hours or days. DO NOT drink alcohol within 48 hours of a head injury. For a mild head injury, no treatment may be needed. However, my advice is to call your GP an... |
I swallowed something and it got stuck in my throat help me fix it please.
29F, 5'3 105
I was making cinnamon rolls and ate some of the frosting from the can, it was rather sticky and somehow when I swallowed it, it didn't go down my throat properly. I felt like I was choking and my eyes got all watery from it. I d... | 6 | **Physician - Pediatrics**: You almost certainly do not have frosting still stuck in your esophagus, despite the globus sensation. That sensation lingers for a while, even after the object has moved.
**Physician**: Frosting would have melted and moved on. It'd be very unlikely that it is stuck. |
Should I take emergency contraception?
Age/sex: 23F, no known medical conditions/no drug or medication use
My boyfriend and I have always had protected sex, but this morning during foreplay, we got a little carried away and he ended up sticking his penis inside me without a condom on for about 5-10 seconds. He did... | 5 | **Physician | Top Contributor**: If pregnancy would be a really bad outcome for you right now, then yes, I'd take Plan B despite no ejaculation on his part. No consequences to taking it multiple times in a few weeks, except for it maybe throwing your cycle off. It doesn't stop working if you take it more often. |
Is a fever of 102F (38.9C) normal for a cold?
F18, normal weight.
I think I caught the cold 3 days ago, it started with coughing and sore throat, I took two covid tests at home, both are negative, but today I woke up with a fever of 38.9C and it has stayed like that all day. I took paracetamol with codeine (the only ... | 5 | **Physician | Top Contributor**: You should take a repeat COVID test. Fever like that makes me think more about flu and COVID than other viruses, though common cold viruses can cause these symptoms. |
I'm 29 weeks pregnant and just found out my iron had been "considerably low" since week 8. How can I boost my iron levels quickly and significantly?
27F 5'3" 61kgs White No medical conditions Medications are Elevit and Maltopher No alcohol, smoking or drugs and living in Australia
I've been passed from doctor to do... | 5 | **Neonatal Nurse Practitioner**: More iron supplementation really is the only way to achieve it.
Iron deficiency is not uncommon in pregnancy, which is why prenatal vitamins tend to have a large dose.
**Rheumatology Research Fellow**: I’m unsure what “considerably low” would mean for your test results. There are two... |
scared of azithromycin
I am a 19 year old male and I they told me a week ago that i have Mgen and they gave me azithromycin to treat it. It has been a week and just the thought of taking the azithromycin gives me a lot of anxiety. I suffer from health anxiety from a long time ago, specially with things that have to do... | 6 | **Physician**: Every single medication (and action in life, full stop) carries a small risk.
The risk you are talking about is 0.0047%.
So you have a 0.0047% risk, versus the 100% risk of the infection you *know* you have. |
Left tampon in for 48 hours!??
24F 50kg.
There is a really bad smell which is what made me panic and find the tampon but no other symptoms. Is this an emergency? Will I get toxic shock syndrome?
I live in Botswana, I am currently not near a doctor or hospital (but I will be this weekend). Advice please I’m panicki... | 6 | **Physician**: If you’ve taken out the tampon and you’re not having any other symptoms, you really don’t have anything to worry about.
Tampons left in for several days *can* cause TSS. Which is why we recommend more frequent removal. However, not all tampons left in for several days *do* cause TSS.
If you start... |
How bad is this? Heart
Hello,
39f. White. 5’7” 120 lbs. non smoker/drinker no drugs. No medications.
About a year ago I had covid, and was having some residual shortness of breath so my doctor sent me for an echocardiogram just to check everything. Everything came back normal and my ejection fraction was 60%. My sy... | 3 | **Physician - Cardiology **: You have heart failure (weak heart).
Global systolic dysfunction is generally not related to a heart attack. You probably do deserve some sort of ischemic workup such as a stress test or coronary CT angiogram but probably don't need an invasive angiogram at this point. If your heart rate i... |
cut my own hymen - went wrong
Hello doctors i need your help. A few months ago i decided to cut my own hymem with a strile razor blade and i made a cut down the middle of it. everything was fine, the bleeding stopped and it didnt hurt when i was having sex, however there was a small "loose skin" that was bothering me ... | 3 | **Physician - Pulmonary and Critical Care - Moderator**: I suspect you have scar tissue from the incisions you made. First step is to stop cutting yourself. Next step is to see a doctor asap for a thorough examination. Please stop trying to fix this yourself, only going to make things worse.
If in the USA and cost is... |
Unexplained weight loss in morbidly obese woman
35 year old female, smoker, currently 322lbs 6ft tall BMI of 45, BPD with GAD that is well controlled with 120mg Duloxetine and 100mg chlorpromazine daily, ME/CFS with pain being treat with 30mg amitryptiline daily, PCOS being treat with 2000mg metformin daily and 30mg n... | 4 | **Registered Nurse**: Anytime you lose a significant amount of weight without trying to, you should be checked up on. This is true regardless of your starting weight. Sudden weight loss is a yellow flag for a large variety of things. It could also be nothing at all. Worth getting looked at. |
Getting extremely sick after drinking small amounts of alcohol. Tests all came back negative and doctor insists I have nothing wrong with me.
I am a 25 year old Hispanic male. 5’10 and 185 lbs. Starting around last September, I noticed that when I would go to bars with friends I would have a ridiculous hangover the da... | 4 | **Physician - Rheumatology**: Some people can't process alcohol. You don't mention any medications, but some medications cause reactions when mixed with alcohol. Alcohol intolerance and allergies to alcoholic beverages are not common, but they do happen. You could consult an allergist.
Wherever I see a post like this,... |
Positive for covid waking up when falling asleep due to congestion or clogging?
Hi all i am 30yo male that recently tested positive for covid on Sunday Oct 30. The first symptoms started saturday night, I had a slight fever some and a terrible headache, also my throat was scratchy. Now i have congestion with my n... | 5 | **Neonatal Nurse Practitioner**: Sleep sitting up more, it will help. Have you taken a decongestant? |
(22m) Moderate/Heavy Smoker of both Cannabis and Tobacco. >80 Lung Age. Perhaps it was inevitable, though Is this reversible?
Lung age: >80
FEV1%Pred: 65%
FEV1%: 58%
Are these results indicative of onset lung disease or COPD?
I had Physcial yesterday and all of my functions were otherwise healthy with no abnor... | 5 | **Physician**: If you are worried about your lung function, I'd suggest you stop smoking everything. |
Female (18) missing period
My period has been missing for the last three months. I have taken 3 pregnancy test 2 which were negative and 1 that was an error. I know missing a period can be normal but I’ve never gone missed it for this long usually a few days if even that. my life has been more stressful that now I hav... | 4 | **Physician**: Stress and other factors such as nutrition and exercise can affect the regularity of your periods, additionally hormone imbalance from other pathology may also play a role. You can talk to your doctor about it in more depth and they can check your hormone levels (thyroid, FSH, LH, etc) and other lab work... |
Is my vagina normal or do I need to get checked out?
Hello, 27 yo female here. A little bit of background info…I have two kids and have never had any issues with my vagina before having children. Lately I have been experiencing pain during intercourse and when I look down there the only way I can describe what I see... | 4 | **Physician**: It could be vaginal prolapse, a mass, etc. Especially with the pain, it’s worth getting it examined in person by your doctor. If your PCP does not do gynecological exams, you can see a gynecologist for further care. There are multiple causes for dyspareunia that can be anatomical, psychological, physi... |
When i blow my nose i can feel the air escaping right below my eye
19m 6.1ft 85kg Is it normal? It's not painful but it's a discomfort. It only happens with my left nostril and my left eye | 4 | **Physician - Ophthalmology**: This is called air reflux through patulous nasolacrimal duct. It allows nasal contents into the tear film. I recommend seeing the ophthalmologist. |
Brain Tumor Question/CT Scan
Hello I'm a 25M fairly healthy individual. Around 155 pounds, 5'10.
I am a bit anxious I have a brain tumor and don't have insurance until middle of October so I'm trying to get some advice.
I got a CT scan on my head on June 23rd and everything was great - no issues. I came in since ... | 6 | **Physician**: Unlikely to be a tumor.
**Physician**: Unlikely this is related to a brain tumor, especially with a clean scan that recent. 100 other reasons to have pressure intermittently to the head from standard headaches, to migraine, to sinus disease. None of it sounds urgent. |
Heavy Bleeding and Pain after (first time) penetrative sex
20f, on Prozac and Lamotrigine, 5’2” and about 116 pounds. Diagnosed with Depression and Anxiety. Suspected BPD, suspected endometriosis or PCOS, doctors unsure.
I’m a lesbian and have never had penetrative sex until meeting my current partner who happens to... | 2 | **MD - Peds GI | Top Contributor**: Some bleeding after first vaginal intercourse is (as popular culture has pushed on us) not all that uncommon. But it's not the typical experience. Also, the fact that hours later you're still having heavy bleeding means you should go get an exam. |
19F I accidentally swallowed a Diamond Dotz Bead. Am I in any danger?
I inhaled the piece around 45 minutes ago in the kitchen. I didn't find anything online on it, except "Up to EU and USA standards". So far my chest hurts and aches all around my esophagus. Slight headache as well. I don't know if it's because it's m... | 6 | **Physician**: Your next bowel movement may be a little more sparkly than usual, but otherwise, you should be fine. |
Benadryl and prozac?
24 female on 10 mg prozac. I took it at 7 am. My allergies are horrible and I NEED to take 1 Benadryl. I’m unsure if it’s safe or not? Need to know asap😭 | 5 | **Physician - Anesthesiology**: Yes you can. |
Accidental overdose on acetaminophen?
23M, 6’6, 200 lbs, USA
Currently sick with COVID running the highest fever I ever have. I’ve been alternating between 1000mg tylenol and 400mg advil. Being so sick I accidentally forgot doses and am now realizing that I’ve definitely been taking 4-5gs of Tylenol throughout th... | 5.5 | **Physician | Moderator | Top Contributor**: >Is this enough to send me into liver failure?
Try not to exceed 4,000 mg per 24 hour period in the future. My personal recommendation is not to exceed 3,000 mg per day. However, if you need 4,000 mg per 24 hours in divided doses for fever, that is fine.
**Physician**: ... |
I’m worried I might have hypoglycemia/diabetes?
The title says it all. I’m a female in my early 20s and I get super dizzy if I don’t have a snack every 2/3 hours, to the point where I start sweating buckets and my vision goes blurry. I eat regularly and healthily, I’m veggie, but apart from that I don’t have an abnorm... | 4 | **Physician**: Just ask for a A1C to be drawn from your PCP, this should alleviate any concerns that you should have. |
Warrant a visit to ED?
I had endocarditis and 3 blood infections at the beginning of this year due to a picc line.
I've been having recurrent symptoms.
Chest pain, throbbing in neck.
Raynauds worsening and cannot regulate at all.(went ischemic 3 years ago)
Went to GP, had a ekg that was normal
Echo was inconclusive.... | 1 | **Physician - Pulmonary and Critical Care**: You’re looking for a random doctor on the internet to tell you it’s OK to ignore your doctors advice to seek an urgent evaluation in the ER? I think any doctor on here would be completely irresponsible to disagree with your doctor who knows you well, assessed you in person,... |
Cat bite
Female, 32, no smoker. Medication - thyroxine and fluoxetine.
My cat bit me yesterday afternoon, I’d say this is the deepest bite that’s ever happened. It’s been sore ever since and now has went slightly red and hot to touch but not roasting. It’s very tender, I can’t close my fist without it hurting.... | 1.75 | **Registered Nurse**: Redness, swelling, pain=infection symptoms.
Cat and dog bites, especially deep ones, are notorious for causing serious infections that can accelerate fast and threaten limbs and even life. Antibiotics are necessary and sometimes some surgery to clean out the wound.
In the USA tetanus shots are ... |
Any infectious disease docs.. pregnant and need help!
I’m a 35 year old female and I’ve had joint pain, night sweats, muscle twitches, and muscle pain since 2015. I’ve learned to live with it. Became pregnant in April and due in 4 weeks. What concerns me is my ASO titer it’s always high (200-400 points above ref range... | 6 | **Physician | Top Contributor**: A high ASO titer doesn't put you at increased risk for meningitis or hematoma. It just means that you have antibodies against a substance produced by strep bacteria. |
I have a very high heart rate constantly. averaged 100-130 everytime I checked my fitbit today. how bad is that?
I am 19F. As the title states my heart rate is pretty damn high just day to day doing my job. I work in camp, so have no access to a doctor for 11 more days. I work a physical labour job so that could have ... | 6 | **Physician - Internal Medicine**: Normal resting heart rate is 60 to 100. Some people run a little lower than that especially if they're trained athletes. Many people may occasionally run higher if they're dehydrated, stressed, etc.
If your resting heart rate is 88, you're squarely normal. |
Being pressured to huff hydrogen peroxide. It feels redundant to ask, but, is this safe?
I'm male, 25, a little under 6', and live in Canada
I have excessive mucus production. I was up until 6AM, failing to cough up the mucus in my throat.
Given the incessant coughing, someone in my house really wants me to in... | 5 | **Respiratory Therapist**: Take mucinex instead
**Physician - Pulmonary and Critical Care - Moderator**: Definitely don’t do it. The only healthy thing to breath is clean air (and prescribed medications). Feel free to tell people you talked to a lung doctor who strongly recommended you don’t do it. |
Blood clot in urine [m31]
I'll likely be asked to go to hospital, but it's currently more than a little difficult. I'm 32, male, white, 6'2", and have a history of kidney stones. I do drink, I do smoke, I do weed. Canadian.
That said, been peeing blood clots inconsistently for about two weeks now. It seems to be coi... | 3 | **Registered Nurse**: As the med student said, you need to see a doctor as soon as you can. Blood in your urine with no other symptoms can indicate cancer and this needs to be ruled out. |
potential prolapse? 20f
i've had this problem now for like 3 years and i haven't told my partner or gone to the doctor because its too embarrassing! it started happening when i would walk around a lot i feel like a bit of my rectum is sticking out and its very uncomfortable. its usually happens after i do the number 2... | 4 | **Physician**: Unlikely to be rectal prolapse at your age unless you've left out significant anorectal surgery in the past, or you've had 12 kids already. More likely it could be hemorrhoids. There are other things it could be but less likely. Impossible to know without seeing and examining you. You need to start by se... |
Cocaine induced chest pain
Male 28 230 pounds 6 foot please help me
I’ve had a side of the chest pain on the left for like 3-4 days after doing coke and I’m wondering if anyone else has had this happen? Just feels sore. Kinda n the side of my peck not directly on it. Heart rate is normal so not sure if being sore ... | 4 | **Physician**: Cocaine can cause vasospasm and vasoconstriction. Chest pain can occur for many reasons but the most pressing with cocaine would be anginal type pain consistent with hypoxic stress to the heart. I’d advise against using cocaine, and if the chest pain is persistent, you should see a doctor to rule out c... |
22M, First time taking an antidepressant, extreme impact, need advice on whether to continue.
As stated, Im a 6'0 260LB 22M living in Canada. I was prescribed 10mg of Trintellix yesterday to deal with my depression and anxiety. I have been dealing with both over 7 years, with fluctuating severity but mostly always a... | 4 | **Physician**: It’s a unique antidepressant, and there are varying degrees of acclimation to it. Ask for a week or two of 5 mg and see if that works better.
**Nurse Practitioner**: I'm a psych NP. I wonder why they chose Trintellix over others. Have you taken multiple medications in the past that didn't work? You can ... |
Constipation after surgery
Male, 65, no regular meds, no conditions 5-9 180lbs
Had robotic surgery monday to remove most of my prostate. The prostate was very large and cutting my ability to pee and urologist said meds wouldnt fix this.
Surgeon cored out my prostate but left the outer rind, as it has the nerves a... | 5 | **Surgical Tech**: NAD, but If you’re still in narcotics constipation is very normal. I’d take some stool softeners and also drink some miralax to get things going as well. If you want some instant relief you can do an enema or suppository, but if you’re on narcotics yet I would do a regimen every day of miralax.
**Ph... |
What is a safe amount of alcohol to quit cold turkey?
I am 29F, 95lbs. Have struggled with unhealthy use of alcohol for about 5 years. During that time I have had a few periods of abstinence -- 1 deployment, about 6 months, (followed by the worst alcoholism of my life), and 2 pregnancies. In the past 2 months or so I ... | 4 | **Physician - Psychiatry**: Anyone who has been using alcohol regularly can be at medical risk with withdrawal. If you’re ready to quit it’s best to work with your doctor who can monitor you carefully and prescribe medication to help pre withdrawal seizures. |
Woke up with a rat inside my shirt against my body, should I be concerned of rabies or another infection from this?
I woke up with a rat inside my shirt against my body, when i sat up he fell out of my shirt and laid next to me like he was curious about me, and he was not aggressive or intimidated and kind of drooped... | 6 | **Physician | Top Contributor**: Not a rabies risk, but definitely not normal. An escaped pet rat or toxoplasmosis would be my suspicions, usually not a problem for people, especially if it didn’t bite you. Definitely a wtf moment though. |
Can I take carvedilol only when my heart rate is high?
(22, female, 1.80 m, 59kg, Marfanoid patient diagnosed at birth)
I was prescribed carvedilol many years ago for my fast heart rate. I was diagnosed with an enlarged aorta during my childhood. In my last few exams, it was confirmed that my aorta is within the n... | 5 | **Physician**: You should listen to the medical advice and take your medication as prescribed. It doesnt just help a high heart rate but can be used to prevent dangerous rhythms your heart might be at risk of depending on why you aorta is enlarged. You are playing with fire for no reason other than what i can imagine i... |
Concerned the ER missed appendicitis. Should I go back?
I ( 28F, 5’4” 225lbs) visited the ER a week ago after 24hrs of aching RLQ pain that was occasionally sharp with tenderness, but no fever. The ER found I had a slightly elevated white blood cell count of 12,000, no findings on ultrasound and nothing significant on... | 1 | **Physician**: you would think after 24 hrs of appendicitis, it would likely show up on CT scan. And your CT was normal, its normal to have fluid in the appendix. Its possible you had mild appendicitis at that time that just didn't show up on the CT scan. However, if you've had untreated appendicitis for a week, then i... |
Are these symptoms due to liver disease?
28M
215lbs
2-3x a month binge drinker from 16-20, 24-30 beer a week alcoholic from 21-27. Quit after a hospitalization in October due to low potassium and calcium levels. Since then I’ve had awful dysautonomic symptoms (heart spiking out of control in social situations with fr... | 6 | **Physician - Gastroenterology**: You had a negative test. You dont have cirrhosis |
Just punctured my pointer finger with an unsantized crochet needle…worried about necrotizing fasciitis need advice
I was using a crochet needle and accidentally poked the tip of my pointer finger underneath the nail bed. It started bleeding immediately so I rinsed it underneath warm water, put an alcohol soaked cotton... | 6 | **Physician**: If people regularly got nec fasc after this sort of injury most of us wouldn’t survive to adulthood.
You’ll be fine. See your GP if your finger becomes red / hot / swollen. |
Does this indicate leukemia?
I’m 19F. For the past two weeks I’ve had severe fatigue. I had a low grade fever for about a week but it’s gone now. I just feel really exhausted. The other day I thought I could feel something right under my left rib. Almost like if I pressed down I felt something flexing back and forth. ... | 6 | **Physician - Pediatrics**: No.
Fatigue with a normal CBC is very suggestive against leukemia. |
Myself 30 year old female weight 150 lbs height 5’2 prescribed Xanax 0.25 mg after losing my son in November.
I’ve taken the Xanax daily sometimes since November. I stopped a few days ago because I might be pregnant. I’m experiencing nausea and diarrhea and I’m scared I’m having withdrawal symptoms. Any insight would ... | 4 | **Physician**: You have not be taking this medication for very long and the dose isn’t huge. It doesn’t sound as though you have been taking it every day either. The symptoms could be withdrawal, in which case they will pass. The symptoms are just as likely to be pregnancy related - so I recommend confirming pregnancy ... |
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