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I have frequent urination, pain during urination, pressure and bloating. The symptoms are there most of the time. My urine tests came back negative for bladder infection. What else could cause these symptoms?
My husband is getting severe back spasms in his lower back, possibly as a result of twisting wrong while doing sit-ups. He is getting no relief from ibuprofen. Is there an over-the-counter alternative?
I recently visited a friend in the hospital. He had internal bleeding. He was put in a private room called “isolation.” I asked the nurse if he had an infection. She said no, he is “colonized with MRSA.” What does that mean?
I am a young woman with frequent urinary tract infections. The good news is that they have always been just bladder infections. My kidneys are never involved. Any suggestions regarding prevention and/or treatment?
I am 54 years old. I went through menopause at age 51. Recently I have noticed some vaginal spotting. What would cause this now?
My doctor has recommended an antidepressant, but there are so many. Is there any way to know which to try first?
I am 19. I have noticed a lump in the back of my neck, by my hairline along the muscle. It is very hard and has been there for a few months now. What could it be?
I have iron deficiency anemia, and have had colonoscopy and an upper GI endoscopy. The results of both were normal. I have plenty of iron in my diet. I don't have heavy menstrual periods. Could my anemia be caused by donating blood?
I do computer work, so most of my day is spent sitting. Over the past few months, I have been noticing a small bump just around my anus. There's no pain or itching. And it's not inside the anal area. What could this be? Are they any home remedies?
For the past few months, I’ve had bloating and bowel movement changes such as constipation, diarrhea, slim stools, mucus-type stools, and bowel movements that I’d consider violent and explosive.