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I have a painful sore inside my nose, it is red and rough. My nose is very dry too. What is it and how do I treat it? It won't go away and it hurts.
I have a red, rough sore inside my nose for 3 days now, and my nose is quite dry too! What could this be? It's quite painful actually, so any help will be appreciated
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I have a painful sore inside my nose, it is red and rough. My nose is very dry too. What is it and how do I treat it? It won't go away and it hurts.
My nose is exceptionally dry, could it be causing the nose bleeds?
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I have a possible scaphoid wrist fracture. How can I tell without going to the hospital?
Does a scaphoid wrist fracture always need surgery?
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I have a possible scaphoid wrist fracture. How can I tell without going to the hospital?
What are the symptoms of a scaphoid wrist fracture?
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I have arthritis in my knees and lower back. Normally when I get out of bed they are stiff. My hips achey and stiff are if I lay on my back at night?
How can I manage stiffness in my knees, lower back etc. I do have arthritis
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I have arthritis in my knees and lower back. Normally when I get out of bed they are stiff. My hips achey and stiff are if I lay on my back at night?
What are the signs and symptoms of arthritis?
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I have a warm & irritated uretha and clitoris lately I have to urine a lot. I think I have a UTI or a yeast infection. Can you cure your own UTI?
How can I differentiate between a STD and a UTI?
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I have a warm & irritated uretha and clitoris lately I have to urine a lot. I think I have a UTI or a yeast infection. Can you cure your own UTI?
What are the ways to manage a UTI at home?
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I have been eating 1200-1300 cal. (most days) and exercising 5x/wk. I eat more on weekends but maintain my weight. But this week I gained 2.5 lbs! I have been stressed and constipated. Is that why?
Can stress and constipation cause weight gain, inspite of healthy eating and exercising?
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I have been eating 1200-1300 cal. (most days) and exercising 5x/wk. I eat more on weekends but maintain my weight. But this week I gained 2.5 lbs! I have been stressed and constipated. Is that why?
What are some ways to help acheive desired weight control?
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I have been experiencing abdominal pain, diarrhea after meals, fatigue and occasionally bloody stool. Could it be Crohn's disease?
Is Crohn's disease completely curable or just manageable?
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I have been experiencing abdominal pain, diarrhea after meals, fatigue and occasionally bloody stool. Could it be Crohn's disease?
What are the symptoms of Crohn's disease? I feel I may be developing it :(
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I have been taking my birthcontrol Amethia for 3 months but wednesday I took it two hours larer then I would usually. Can I still ingage in sex?
If on some days, I take my BC pills a few hours late, is that alright?
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I have been taking my birthcontrol Amethia for 3 months but wednesday I took it two hours larer then I would usually. Can I still ingage in sex?
I missed my pills for 2 days in a row... Can I get pregnant because of this?
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I have l5-s1 slight bulging disc. One doc told me that I should quit squash for good and another doc said I can play again within 3 months. I'm 28?
Does l5-s1 slight bulging disc require complete bed rest for life?
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I have l5-s1 slight bulging disc. One doc told me that I should quit squash for good and another doc said I can play again within 3 months. I'm 28?
For how long should I avoid intense workouts if I have recently been diagnosed with l5-s1 slight bulging disc?
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I have membranous nephropathy and I see a nephrologist. Can the disease ever go away or am I most certain to eventually be on dialysis someday. Thanks?
Is a diabetic nephropathy reversible?
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I have membranous nephropathy and I see a nephrologist. Can the disease ever go away or am I most certain to eventually be on dialysis someday. Thanks?
What is the prognosis for membranous nephropathy?
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I have microalbumin urine 343.2 ug/ml ,microalb/creat Ratio ,random urine 402.3 mg/g creat, no DM,no HT,is this serious ? What 's to do next?
What can cause loss of proteins in urine?
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I have microalbumin urine 343.2 ug/ml ,microalb/creat Ratio ,random urine 402.3 mg/g creat, no DM,no HT,is this serious ? What 's to do next?
What does microalbumin urine 343.2 ug/ml ,microalb/creat Ratio ,random urine 402.3 mg/g creat in urine mean? Is this bad? Am I going to die?
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I have pain in lower right jawline, and also feel swelling under it. I must also tell you m on provisional diagnosis of Bechet disease?
Can Bechet's disease have pain and swelling under the jawline too?
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I have pain in lower right jawline, and also feel swelling under it. I must also tell you m on provisional diagnosis of Bechet disease?
What is the prognosis for Bechet's disease? Does it worsen with age?
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I have these painful sores on my stomach, and they hurt so bad. I think they may be boils or ingrown hairs. How do I treat these?
I often get these painful sores on my legs, stomach, underarms. Are these boils or simply ingrown hair? Can you suggest me some measures for the sores?
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I have these painful sores on my stomach, and they hurt so bad. I think they may be boils or ingrown hairs. How do I treat these?
Why do I keep getting these ingrown hair infections? Can you please explain the mechanism behind it?
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I have TMJ em from india i want to ask is it is curable?
What are the long term complications of TMJ pain?
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I have TMJ em from india i want to ask is it is curable?
What are the treatment options available for TMJ?
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I know there are alternatives for penicillin, but why dos we not use the others? Are there problems with them, or? (it's for a school projekt)
What additional benefit does Penicilln offer as compared to other drugs in the same category?
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I know there are alternatives for penicillin, but why dos we not use the others? Are there problems with them, or? (it's for a school projekt)
What does penicillin sensitivity present with?
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I'm 33 smoker stomach inflammation gastritis I had an abortion 11 yrs ago, I can't get pregnant after 10 yrs why??confused
I am a smoker, and have some inflammation gastritis, should I quit smoking or simply reducing it will work?
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I'm 33 smoker stomach inflammation gastritis I had an abortion 11 yrs ago, I can't get pregnant after 10 yrs why??confused
Is it possible to conceive if one had an abortion 10 years back?
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I'm due for my birth control shot on the 24 but I've been having uterus pain on the right side of my uterus I'm not sure what it can be?
After how long of stopping the birth control shots can one get pregnant?
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I'm due for my birth control shot on the 24 but I've been having uterus pain on the right side of my uterus I'm not sure what it can be?
I am having this right sided pain for a few days now, but I am also due for my birth control shot, could it be because of that?
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I messed up my birth control and started a new pack. When I took the first week, I bleed for 3 days. Now I am confused when my period will come again.
I confused the dates of my pill pack, and now I bled for 3 days in between. When should I expect my period now?
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I messed up my birth control and started a new pack. When I took the first week, I bleed for 3 days. Now I am confused when my period will come again.
I missed my pills for 2 days in a row... Can I get pregnant because of this?
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I'm really scared of needles. I'm getting my blood drawn in a few months for the first time. Could they do something so it won't hurt?
I have a small bruise at the site from where blood was drawn this morning. is that normal?
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I'm really scared of needles. I'm getting my blood drawn in a few months for the first time. Could they do something so it won't hurt?
Is there some form of local anaesthesia that can be used to numb the skin before drawing blood? I'm just too scared of needles.
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I'm wondering what is the best birth control?
Can birth control pills and emergency pills be taken together?
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I'm wondering what is the best birth control?
How do I decide which is the best birth control for me?
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In my blood tests, I have high levels of trigliceridos(234 mg/dl), got (ast )(37.4ui/l), gpt (alt)(59.3ui/l), gamma-gt (52.3ui/l). Are these levels bad?
Are the following blood levels of trigliceridos(234 mg/dl), got (ast )(37.4ui/l), gpt (alt)(59.3ui/l), gamma-gt (52.3ui/l) normal or should I be worried?
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In my blood tests, I have high levels of trigliceridos(234 mg/dl), got (ast )(37.4ui/l), gpt (alt)(59.3ui/l), gamma-gt (52.3ui/l). Are these levels bad?
At what blood level of triglycerides would you need to start medication?
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Is it normal. For your your gums to swell when your on your period?
Does any gum swelling happen during a period?
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Is it normal. For your your gums to swell when your on your period?
I've been having some swelling and bleeding from my gums. What could be going on?
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Is it normal to have a low sex drive after having three c sections?
Does a woman's libido reduce after 3 C-sections?
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Is it normal to have a low sex drive after having three c sections?
Will my 4th will also be a C-section if my previous 3 have been cesareans?
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Is it possible for a person to survive metastatic liver cancer?
How is metastatic liver cancer diagnosed? What is the gold standard test?
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Is it possible for a person to survive metastatic liver cancer?
What is the prognosis of a metastatic liver cancer?
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Is it possible to have herpes and only have outbreaks in the anal canal and underneath the tongue but not on the mouth or vagina?
Should one see a local doctor for every herpes breakout? And will the same medication help with all sites?
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Is it possible to have herpes and only have outbreaks in the anal canal and underneath the tongue but not on the mouth or vagina?
Where all can one experience Herpes breakouts?
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Is it safe to get hysterectomy done before angioplasty?
Are hysterectomy and angioplasty dangerous if had one after the other?
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Is it safe to get hysterectomy done before angioplasty?
I just got my hysterectomy done 6 months back and now my doctor advised me to get an angioplasty done for a chest pain! I am just 35, do I really need it?
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Is it safe to take a probiotic while breastfeeding?
Are probiotics helpful in diarrhea?
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Is it safe to take a probiotic while breastfeeding?
I have some diarrhea but I am breatsfeeding my 6 month old, so I want to avoid any antibiotics, but are probiotics safe?
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I started belching and it smelled and taste like rotten eggs with symptoms of diarrhea watery vomiting what look like red blood and coffee grounds
I am a 26 year old non smoker, non alcohlic and I've been belching, vomiting, have diarrhea and I think I noticed some blood in my vomitus. What's happening to me? Should I be worried?
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I started belching and it smelled and taste like rotten eggs with symptoms of diarrhea watery vomiting what look like red blood and coffee grounds
What are the possible causes of blood in vomit?
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I stepped on a rock that injured the outside of my foot. 17 days later, swelling and bruising down. Discomfort still. Will walking hurt the healing?
I fractured my foot and it is now in a cast? How long will I have ro wear one?
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I stepped on a rock that injured the outside of my foot. 17 days later, swelling and bruising down. Discomfort still. Will walking hurt the healing?
It's been almost 2 and half weeks since I bumped into a rock and injured my foot, though the swelling is down bit it still hurts, is it a fracture, am I okay to walk or should I avoid weight bearing?
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Is the candida retested after treatment?
How soon should one get tested for Candida after completing treatment?
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Is the candida retested after treatment?
Is the Chlamydia retested after treatment?
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Is there a difference between inositol pills and powder?
Could you explain to me the use of Inositol?
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Is there a difference between inositol pills and powder?
Does it make a difference if I take Inositol in pill or powder form?
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Is there a specific time for teens to sleep?
Does the sleep pattern of a teen resemble that of an adult?
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Is there a specific time for teens to sleep?
Should teens go to bed at a certain time and sleep for a certain number of hours?
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Is too high a dose of birth control dangerous?
Is taking BC pills and emergency contraceptives together dangerous?
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Is too high a dose of birth control dangerous?
Is there any dose of birth control that can be considered dangerous?
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I stopped using accutane/isotroin in november. Is it safe to have a baby now?
Can Accutane/isotroin cause fetal abnormalities?
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I stopped using accutane/isotroin in november. Is it safe to have a baby now?
How long should one abstain for conception when on accutane/isotoin?
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Is uristat (phenazopyridine) a good treatment for a potential uti?
Does Uristat help prevent a UTI if it is suspected?
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Is uristat (phenazopyridine) a good treatment for a potential uti?
What are the management options available for a UTI?
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It is true that we should not drink pills or vit. w/ a cool water?
Can you advise me some good multivitamins for a healthier body?
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It is true that we should not drink pills or vit. w/ a cool water?
Does taking pills with cool water make them ineffective?
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I used an over the counter corn pad on my toe which had a sensitive callus and now it has gotten much worse and swollen. How can I heal my skin?
Can an OTC cotton corn pad actually worsen the callus or is it safe to use?
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I used an over the counter corn pad on my toe which had a sensitive callus and now it has gotten much worse and swollen. How can I heal my skin?
I have a long standing corn on my toe. Is surgery my only option?
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I've got a bench with a barbell, dumbbells, pull up bar, and a treadmill, what are some workouts i could do to gain muscle?
Could you give me some tips for muscle gain while at the gym? Any specific exercises?
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I've got a bench with a barbell, dumbbells, pull up bar, and a treadmill, what are some workouts i could do to gain muscle?
What foods can help us build our muscle mass while keeping the fat down?
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I've had a cold for 1week. I just stopped antibiotics. Coughing up grey mucus sometimes. Dr isn't concerned. Should l take 2nd lot of antibiotics?
How is Strep throat diagnosed? Do I need to see a doctor for it?
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I've had a cold for 1week. I just stopped antibiotics. Coughing up grey mucus sometimes. Dr isn't concerned. Should l take 2nd lot of antibiotics?
I've been taking antibiotics for my cold for almost a week now, but I still am coughing up some phlegm with grey mucous membranes. Should I continue with the antibiotics?
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I've never had hormonal acne until I started tilia fe b.C 4months ago. It's supposed to treat acne. Should I give it time or switch b.Cs?
Can Telia Fe birth control pills cause or worsen acne?
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I've never had hormonal acne until I started tilia fe b.C 4months ago. It's supposed to treat acne. Should I give it time or switch b.Cs?
Can you share some home remedies for treating acne?
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I was diagnosed w/ Chlamydia on 9/29/2015. Treated the same day. Tested on 11/16/2015, came back positive. I haven't had sex since the 1st test. How?
Can you still get Chlmydia after completing treatment, even if you abstain from sex?
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I was diagnosed w/ Chlamydia on 9/29/2015. Treated the same day. Tested on 11/16/2015, came back positive. I haven't had sex since the 1st test. How?
What is the treatment for recurrent Chlamydial infections?
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I was prescribed Tripsin+Chymotripsin for tooth treatment tds for 3days. Can I continue these combination for a long period?
Is it dangerous to take Tripsin+Chymotripsin for a longer duration?
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I was prescribed Tripsin+Chymotripsin for tooth treatment tds for 3days. Can I continue these combination for a long period?
What is the mechanism of action of Tripsin+Chymotripsin combination in dental healing?
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I was taking amoxicillin for tooth problem. On the second day I started having full bladder with difficulty to urinate and clear discharge symptoms.?
Can amoxcillin cause difficulty in urinating?
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I was taking amoxicillin for tooth problem. On the second day I started having full bladder with difficulty to urinate and clear discharge symptoms.?
Is amoxicillin the drug of choice in UTI?
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I was zip lining and at the end of the zip line was a block of about 50 pounds. I was going at about 30 mph and slammed my heel in it. Now it's purple and swollen. What should I do?
Is heel fracture very common, how does one get it and what are the treatmnet options available?
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I was zip lining and at the end of the zip line was a block of about 50 pounds. I was going at about 30 mph and slammed my heel in it. Now it's purple and swollen. What should I do?
I think I may have broken my heel! I slammed into a big rock at the end of my zip line and hurt myself. Now what?
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Just looked in right side of nose. very red and swollen. Hurts to sniff or touch outside of nose. Its big like a polyp. Have clear discharge. Whatisit?
I seemed to have developed a polyp like thing in my nose, its red, swollen and painful. Why would this happen?
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Just looked in right side of nose. very red and swollen. Hurts to sniff or touch outside of nose. Its big like a polyp. Have clear discharge. Whatisit?
My nose seems to be a bit crooked, is it possible to correct it?
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Just saw marble size black lump in bm. Thought possibly just food so poked at it w/latex glove. Def not food, it's poo. Red blood lately too. Already did ibd workup (neg). Temp 99.5 for a month. Er?
I have a hemorrhoid and frequently get blood in stools, how can I keep it in check?
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Just saw marble size black lump in bm. Thought possibly just food so poked at it w/latex glove. Def not food, it's poo. Red blood lately too. Already did ibd workup (neg). Temp 99.5 for a month. Er?
I've been noticing some blood in stools for a few weeks now, have already been evaluated for IBD which came back negative. And just now saw a marble sized black lump in the toilet. Have had a slight fever too since a month now.. What's happening? Is this something serious?
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L/4, l/5 laminect foot pain 1year later, foot doc say normal, neurologist say s/1 caus, ortho surgeon say MRI good, neurosur say nerv itself Whoright?
I have been having L 4-5, foot pain for a year now. Some doctors are saying its noithing, others are saying it's nerve related. What do you think?
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L/4, l/5 laminect foot pain 1year later, foot doc say normal, neurologist say s/1 caus, ortho surgeon say MRI good, neurosur say nerv itself Whoright?
What are the symptoms of damage to the L 4-5 vertebra?
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Lately when i get frightened or startled, i feel the blood pump down my legs and then my toes start to really hurt. It aches for a long time. What is?
I have been having this numbenss and pain in my toes for a few days now, what's going on?
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Lately when i get frightened or startled, i feel the blood pump down my legs and then my toes start to really hurt. It aches for a long time. What is?
I've been having these weird symptoms recently. Every time something bad happens and I am scared or frightened, it's like all my blood drains to my feet and my toes start hurting real bad! What's happening?
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Legs are always cold even when I am sweating badly and feet and toes go numb. Why?
My feet always keep going numb and are unusually cold most of the times. What's going on?
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Legs are always cold even when I am sweating badly and feet and toes go numb. Why?
My feet are numb, could it be a blood clot?
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My 6mo old niece has a pink round spot on each thigh in the same place. My sister is worried it's ring worm. It doesn't bother the baby any. Thoughts?
How long do most birthmarks stay for in infants?
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My 6mo old niece has a pink round spot on each thigh in the same place. My sister is worried it's ring worm. It doesn't bother the baby any. Thoughts?
What can be the possible diagnosis for a pink round spot on both thighs in the same place in a 6 m/o? Could it be ring worm?
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My 7 yr postive again for strep and I'm leaning towards pandas. I was prescribed clindamycin 75 mg/5ml. Is this the right antibiotic? He did augm b4.
Is Clindamycin an effective way to manage Strep in a 7 y/o?
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My 7 yr postive again for strep and I'm leaning towards pandas. I was prescribed clindamycin 75 mg/5ml. Is this the right antibiotic? He did augm b4.
What are the signs of Strep infection in a 7 y/o?
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