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Symmetrical legs & feet; numb, weak & tingly. Painful to walk @rest, both feet throb til they both go "numb". Is this due to my chronic back pain?
I have numbness, weakness and tingling sensation on both legs and feet, that hurt on walking. My legs and feet throb until numbness sets in at rest. I think I have peripheral artery disease. Would my legs be amputated?
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What are the common symptoms of bruises?
How long does it take for bruises to fade away completely?
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A recent CT scan with contrast revealed two cysts on pancreas. What does this mean? Previous colon cancer and has esld. Also 6mm mass on liver.
I have a couple of questions. I have end stage liver disease- can it lead to cysts on pancreas and colon cancer? Is CT scan helpful in diagnosing end stage liver disease?
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Hysterosalpingography, can you tell me about this?
I have been trying to have kids for 1 year now but nothing is happening. Should I get some tests done? I have heard of HSG, is it any good?
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Can AST and ALT levvels rise due to a root canal prroceddure?
Does a root canal procedure cause the AST and ALT levels to rise up?
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Is memory loss related to statins?
I have been researching a lot on memory loss but I need a professional opinion. Is memory loss a side effect of statins?
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I have had paragard 14 months, 12 days late should I wait to see if I mss my next cycle?
I am on paragard from past 14 month. I am 12 days late. What should I do? Wait till my next cycle?
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Have pain up and down left leg and left foot. I've been keeping it elevated all day. I hope its not a blood clot. I also took three Bayer aspirins.?
What does a blood clot in the leg present as. Should I be taking some aspirin already if I have leg pain?
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After how many hour from drinking an antibiotic can I drink alcohol?
I have a party tonight and I took my last dose of Azithromycin this morning. Can I have a few drinks?
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I am convinced that at this moment Maxalt (rizatriptan) not working. My head feel so much worse. It hurts to move it, just to walk. Does Maxalt (rizatriptan) not work when PMS?
My headache is getting worse, now it has gotten to the point where it is painful to move. Can having PMS prevent Maxalt (Rizatriptan) from working properly?
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I have had 11 sets of ear tubes since age 6. Is there another solution rather than getting more? The set I've had in for 3 months just came out.
I am looking for some permanent solution to my problem. I have had 11 sets of ear tubes since childhood (6 yr) and the one I had 3 months back just came out.
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A patient with COPD was receiving 12.5mcg of fentanyl. The gp double this dose to 25mcg. The patient died two weeks later. Is there any correlation?
I have COPD and I have been on 12.5mcg fentanyl. My doctor doubled up my dose but I don't want to. Can you tell me if I can try any measures at home for relief?
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Can a pedigree help you trace a condition that is autosomal dominant or autosomal recessive?
Is there a scientific way to check chances of inheritance of a condition that is autosomal dominant or autosomal recessive?
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Is atherosclerosis hereditary?
How to manage atheroscheloris?
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What is the use of the drug lovenox (enoxaparin)?
What are common side-effects to expect with lovenox?
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Could you tell me what happens when you quit smoking?
May I know, what are the withdrawal symptoms, when we quit smoking?
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What can someone do for heart disease?
I think I am hypochondriac and I am always worried about heart diseases. I was just wondering if I can do anything to avoid heart diseases and if I have any heart disease, can I take care of it at home?
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When after a flight can deep vein thrombosis occur?
How does deep vein thrombosis develop due to a long flight?
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If I don't have the egg white cervical musus am I still ovualating?
Is it imperative that one has egg white cervical mucous while ovulating?
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I've noticed that after a few weeks of working out when i eat something it messes with my stomach and i end up with diarrhea before bed. Why?
I am having diarrhea, constipation, fever, nausea and bloating. I eat healthy, do not smoke and exercise reggularly. I have no stress. Do I have IBS?
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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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Feeling frequent deja vu. I've had maybe 3 panic attack with in the past couple months that has left me a bit anxious and was wondering if it's that?
Recurrent panic attacks, feeling of deja vu, anxiety. Lasting fora few months now. Is this something to worry about?
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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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What to do if I'm 58 years old man.befoe 25 days I was found with widal positive but after 25 days widal test is negative..?
I'm a 58 yr old man and was found to have a WIDAL test positive about 25 days ago and now after 25 days it is negative. What can I do?
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Can doxycycline treat an ear infection?
What are the side effects of Doxycycline?
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Screaky voice. How can I get a more masculine voice?
When do puberty changes in men begin? I'm annoyed with my short height, short size of my penis and feminine voice. :(
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Will an infection in a belly piercing cause flu symptoms?
I am having flu symptoms, as I think my belly piercing is infected. Can you suggest some remedies?
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Has anyone studied the positives or negatives of spanking?
Would you say it is necessary for a parent to spank their children?
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How do I stop my cold sore from peeling? When a cold sore peels is it supposed to bleed?
I have recently been diagnosed with oral herpes and I have a cold sore now and it has started to peel. I am using abreva ointment, not sure if it can result in peeling. Do you know what might have triggered the peeling and is there anything that I can use to control peeling? I am really worried that it may start bleeding, does a cold sore bleed usually?
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Does chiropractic medicine help people with back problems?
Would seeing a chirpractor help me with my back problems?
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What can cause cancer underneath the eye?
What are the symptoms of eye cancer?
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After having sex once I don't feel like doing it with her again why is that so ?
What are the causes of decreased libido?
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Please advise if it's normal or okay if i'm cramping during my fertile days ?
Is it normal to have abdominal cramps during the fertile days or when I am ovulating?
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What type of daily vitamin or mineral should a normally healthy 23 year old male be taking?
I am a healthy 20 year old man. I eat healthy and work out regularly. Do I need to be taking some additional vitamin or mineral supplements even if I seem to be eating healthy?
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Please explain what it means to have a "prominent nose"?
I don't really like the shape of my nose. Do you think I should wait or get surgery done ASAP?
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So, I have this itchy dark brown mole on my hip, it's sort of red around the edges, I have no idea what's causing it. Any ideas?
How do we know a mole is cancerous or benign?
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How do I tell the difference between an allergy and a sinus infection?
What are the symptoms that differentiate between allergy and a sinus infection?
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Had unpro sex the last day iovulated 30th he cummed 2x in me , my per was due 13 but igot it on the 14 howcome ididnt get pregnant ?:/iwant a baby
My period is late by 5 days and had protected sex during the last cycle and he did not ejaculate inside me. I also took a morning after pill. What are my chances of pregnancy?
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Hi! I have a 7 years old daughter i noticed that she's having a deep breathing in every minute. What is wrong with her?
I am worried about my 7 year old daughter, who is deep breathing after every 1 minute. Is it serious?
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I'm a teenager who is not sexually active, and recently I started to get pain when peeing just after ejaculating. It occurs right when I begin to pee then after that initial pain I can pee normally?
I am 18 years old healthy male and I am not sexually active. For the past few days, I have noticed that I get sharp pain when I start/ initiate passing urine and the pain subsides once I start peeing. I get similar pain after ejaculation also. Do you know what it could be?
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I took 20mg of Prozac (fluoxetine) for 4 days. I have been off of it for 3 days. How long does it take to get out of my system?
From past 3 days, I have not taken the Prozac( flouxetine) 20 mg, which I had earlier taken for 4 days. Do you think, it's out of my system? How long does it take for it to get out of the system?
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Im an 18 year old female and lately i think I have been showing signs of bi-polar disorder, what should I do?
I'm currently on medications for bipolar disorder but I don't think I have it. I have depressed mood most of the times and excessive crying for no reason. Is it possible I'm just going through depression?
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Hi This will be my 4th ceceran. I'm 3wks and 6 days. This morning when I urinated there was a small amount of blood on the tissue. No blood today.
I recently delivered a child and have painful urination and blood in urine. Can it be UTI?
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Please recommend the best beer to prevent hangover?
How to deal with hangover due to beer?
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Does cut on lip turn into white bump?
Can a cut on the lip turn white after a few days, it doesn't hurt anymore, is just there
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Is atherosclerosis hereditary?
Is there any heriditary influence in the development of atherosclerosis?
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Got period after 4mo and it lasted 11 days,which never happens.I've been experiencing dull uncomfortable on/off pain by my uterus.What could it be?
I've missed my period for 4 months now and have some dull pain in lower abdominal region, any idea what's happening?
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What is the life expectancy for someone with mixed connective tissue disease?
My grandfather has mixed connective tissue disease, I really love him a lot.. Is this a life threateing condition?If yes, what is the average life expectance of patients with mixed connective disease?
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Weeping blisters ontop of foot,red toes...looks terrible.what to do??
I think I have a weeping blister on toe, how do I know if it's a simple shoe bite or an infection?
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My moms uncle and his daughter both had leukemia at 65 and 54 years old. He had aml and she had apl. What would cause this? Genetic?
Does genetic play a role in the causation of Leukemia particularly AML and APL?
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How to improve sexual energy.?
Which foods help in improving sexual energy?
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Should I see a doctor about possibly anxiety/depression issues? I haven't been feeling like myself lately. I've taken several online depression/anxiety inventories and they've all come back that I have moderate/severe qualities of depression, however I do
I have recently been diagnosed with anxiety and depression by my primary care physician and referred me to a psychiatrist. I do not wish to get on medications and was wondering if I could try anything to cope with anxiety? Do you know any online resources? Does therapy work?
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At times it stings/strikes me inside my head? Is it cause of sleep or cold or something else?
What can help treat stinging pain in the head because of a cold?
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What is the direction of some legitimate plastic surgeons that deal in cleft lips?
Can a normal surgeon also operate on cleft lip? I heard only plastic surgeons can operate on that.
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How long does it normally take a man to ejaculate, and at what point is ejaculation considered premature?
My normal time for ejaculation is far less than the normal average time. I think, I have pemature ejaculation issues. What can I do, to correct it?
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My vitamin d level is 20...and taking vitamin d supplement gives me horrible muscle cramps even small dose 400..should I stop taking vitamin d ?
My friend has vitamin D level of 20 and has been advised vitamin D supplement. People tell me that it causes muscle cramps. Is it true?
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What to do about depression of seeing spirits and just being upset overall?
I can see spirits and I get upset easily. I was diagnosed with depression and I am taking medications regularly. Does it last for the rest of my life?
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My dad has a lump on his bicep just slightly after the crease of his forearm. Its no longer as bruise and it never cause him pain but the lump remains?
What could be the cause of a painless lump on the forearm without any noticeable injuries and no change in size? I am here asking about my father who is 40 yrs old.
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Does vitamin D come in shot form?
Can I take vitamin D shots instead of pills? It does come in injectable form, right?
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What would cause white tip of the uvula? Sore throat in morning, but goes away. White tip remains throughout
Can you get a white spot on the uvula in a thraot infection, have been experiencing some sore throat early mornings for a few days now.?
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Most effective. Muscle relaxants for chronic. L4-l5 pain?
I have been on muscle relaxant medications for my chronic lower back ache due to L4-L5 disc bulge for quite a while. It helped a lot but there hasn't been much relief lately. Should I consider other options such as physiotherapy, surgery?
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I just started my period 2day & just started gettin a real bad headache, sore throat, body aches & chills. Could it be from my period r a cold?
Are the headache, sore throat, body aches, chills due to a cold infection or because of the period I am on right now?
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What's a heart murmur?
Can you please tell me what exactly a heart murmur is?
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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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Possibility of being pregnant had sex and bleeded. Is that normal or is there something wrong?
I had intercourse and later I bled. Is this normal or is there a chance of pregnancy?
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Is banana fattening? Some people say combining banana with milk makes you gain weight. Some say banana in itself cause fat. What is true??
I heard banana when mixed with milk may cause weight gain or just taking plain banana also increased weight. I want to know what is true?
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What causes you to vomit with a itchy throat?
I have been vomiting around 3-4 episodes daily, diarrhea, fever, stomach pain, nause and chills. May I know what the cause is?
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Does ovarian cancer cause leg numbness and foot swelling?
I have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Can that cause my leg to feel numb and swollen?
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Do doctors have to do a biopsy to see if I have vaginal eczema or just a pelvic exam?
How will a doctor know if I have vaginal eczema? Would a pelvic examination be done or do they need a biopsy too?
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I'm an athlete, I play water polo, football, And do some long distance running. Will taking prednisolone 50mg per day HUGELY impact my lifestyle?
I was concerned if daily dose of prednisolone 50 mg would affect me in any ways as I am an athlete and involved in activities like playing water polo, football and long disctance running.
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What is a?Multi cystic pancreas?
Can multicystic pancreas cause cancer in the long term?
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I'm on the Depo-Provera shot. Not sexually active. When I wake up and stand up I have a rush of clear discharge. Is this normal?
Is it normal to have a gush of clear vaginal discharge on standing? I am on Depo shot aand I have not been sexually active.
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Can white water rafting cause a miscarriage?
I'm currently trying to get pregnant and had miscarriages in the past. I'm physically active and play sports. What are the precautions I should take?
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Been prescribed steroid nasal spray for post nasal drip. Symptoms are very uncomfortable is there something different I can do? How important is it?
Steroid nasal spray has not helped with post nasal drip. Do you have any other recommendations?
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How do I know if I have depression and anxiety?
What are the symptoms of depression and anxiety?
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What does t means a positive ANA test and ifa?
Can you explain meaning of positive ANA test and ifa?
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Why is my period blood dark brown, stopped after 4 hrs. Is this a period?
I have been having a foul smelling, itchy vaginal discharge. Is this yeast?
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I've got stitch like pain and bleeding/ uterus feels heavy. I've had mirena (levonorgestrel) for 8 weeks now. This pain has only been the last week, is this normal?
I got Mirena (levonorgestrel) inserted 8 weeks ago. I experience stinging pain for last 1 week associated with heaviness in my lower abdomen and I notice vaginal bleeding. Is this normal with Mirena?
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Where can I find a good natural gout treatment?
I have gout and I don't want to take medications. I prefer natural treatment, can you help me with a resource on it?
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My period was black and sticky but is not smelling although have been having irregular menses for two years now?
I have irreglar periods. Can I still get pregnant?
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I've been experiencing dizziness for several months now, with occasional ear pain. Does this sound like a brain tumor or a sinus problem?
I have dizziness, that has been bothering me for last few months. I experience ear ache as well sometimes. I have sinusitis since childhood but I don't have stuffy nose, pain in cheeks. Do I have ear infection? What should I do for relief?
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I would like help with my toddler. How do you cure a yeast infection?
Hello doctor can you please tell me how to cure a yeast infection. I want to help my toddler.
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Is it ok to induce your period while on the sugar pills?
Can I skip my sugar pills and still be safe?
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Does the herb kalawalla (polypodium leucotamos) actually work for autoimmune disorders?
Are autoimmune disorders completely curable?
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My boyfriend has been experiencing shortness of breathe for the past week, he went to the doctor they checked all his vital signs and his oxygen level and everything came back a okay, do you have any idea what the problem may be ? Please help i'm really w
My boy friend has shortness of breath since past week and all his vital signs are normal. I am concerned as what to do.
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I'm training for a marathon and am having pain in my plantaris muscle, how can I help myself?
Hello doctor, I have pain and swelling in my heal for 6 months and I am diagnosed with plantar fascitis. May I ask how long will it take to heal?
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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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What can cause neck vessels to become engorged and distended episodically that improves greatly with daily replacement doses (20mg) of hydrocortisone?
Can a high blood pressure make the neck veins appear distended? And do steroids worsen an uncontrolled blood pressure?
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34 year old male. Graying hair. Has been stressful past year of change in life. Does stress affect this in men? Any advice to slow graying/thinning?
I am a young male and have got gray hair. Can I use a hair dye?
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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 have a lump on the back of my head. Its above the hairline in the middle. Its hard and unmovable. It does not pain. Should I be cocerned?
What would a hard, fixed, midline bump in the head that's been there for a few weeks mean?
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I have chronic hep C. A Dr I don't usually see prescribed metronidazole 500 mg for a bacteria infection. Should I be taking this with the liver issues?
What side-effects to expect when taking Metronidazole in the presence if liver disease?
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Is it.Okay to brush after filling?
Hello doctor, I got my teeth filled and when can I brush my teeth?
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Is it normal for the stomach to increase in size after receiving cpr?
Does a CPR cause the stomach to increase in size?
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I am a girl, my cum is a little foamy and thick. stringy too. I have no smyptoms, but is this normal?
I think, I have vaginal yeast infection as my cum is little foamy, thick and stringy. Should I see the doctor?
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Is there something wrong if your cum or discharge comes out brown?
What is the normal color of ejaculate or semen?
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15 million sperm can be a father?
Hello doctor I am trying to conceive for 2 years and all my tests are normal and the sperm analysis of my husband is normal as well. What can be done to help?
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When I was thinking about something that made me feel depressed and stressed out, I felt my heart flutter, what does this mean?
I experience heart flutters at times, can depression or anxiety cause this?
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Is using an electronic programable stationary bicycle set for a moderate pace just as beneficial to the heart as taking a moderately paced walk?
What else can help to maintain a good cardiac health other than walking?
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Can orchitis problem effect my digestion or cause drooling ?
Is orchitis related to symptoms like digestion and drooling?
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