Posts by vividsailor7

Raymond Long23 said:Well, here I am, joining the ranks of the miserable among you. 🙂

From September 14th to September 22nd, 2011, I dealt with watery stools (diarrhea) once a day, every single day (usually in the morning)...

I didn't think it was anything serious since my digestion has always been a bit weird. On September 22nd, things finally seemed to normalize. My bathroom habits improved, everything felt fine. So, I went out... grabbed some drinks with the guys,

Then came Saturday, September 23rd. I woke up and started itching... because, uh... let's just say things down south weren't exactly feeling right. =/

That's when I realized I have a hemorrhoid on my anus... 🙂... Honestly, it wasn't even a cold sweat; I almost burst into tears from the sheer misery once I realized it actually hurts, it itches, and one whole side of my poor, innocent backside is completely swollen.

This is my first time dealing with anything like this. To be perfectly honest, I don't even have the guts to look at it. But based on the photos I've looked up online and what I can feel, I'm pretty sure that's it (a hemorrhoid). From the sensation, it feels like about three-quarters of one side of my anus is swollen, and there's one specific spot that hurts more than all the rest.

I can't live like this for the rest of my life, nor can I afford to cut back on physical activity for a month or two—however long it takes for the swelling to go down or for the hemorrhoid to recede (whatever the process is called).

Looking back, I realize my lifestyle hasn't exactly been "proper" (lots of messing around and drinking heavily on the weekends), so I'm certain that played a role.

What I really need to know is: can this go away for good so it doesn't come back? (That's my main concern). Can I still hang out and grab drinks with my crew on the weekends? (Just so you know... I'm a pretty decent guy). Is applying dandelion oil and calendula ointment enough? And should I apply it internally as well, or just on the surface?

For context, I'm 24 years old and I've never had any issues with hemorrhoids before (if I had internal ones, who knows).

You need to see a proctologist.
"Can this go away for good so it doesn't come back?" It can, but there's no guarantee.
"Should I apply it internally or just on the surface?" Use either calendula ointment or Hemophar, both internally and on the surface.

Emily Cook34 said:Dizziness, instability...

You really need to get in touch with a neurologist. This report isn't showing anything pathological on its own. A neurologist needs to interpret these results alongside your actual clinical neurological status—otherwise, nothing here is specific, just like in this case.

Emily Cook34 said:EEG

Medium-voltage background cerebral activity consists of alpha frequencies at 8-10 Hz.
The visual blocking response is well-expressed.
Occasional slow high-voltage waves of 5-6 Hz up to 75 mV are interposed.
No asymmetry or paroxysmal activity detected.
Responses to provocation methods (HV and IFS) are analogous.

Conclusion: The findings are borderline and non-specific.

....... Can anyone make sense of this for me?

What was the reason for getting the EEG done in the first place?

Matthew Martinez36 said:MICROSCOPIC URINE SEDIMENT ANALYSIS

Leukocytes 20-25 normal 0-2
Erythrocytes 3-4 0-2
Placental epithelial cells 2-3 0-1
Small epithelial cells 4-5 0-1
Bacteria present

Is this normal considering I'm breastfeeding, or am I looking at some kind of infection?

What kind of symptoms are you having, and what prompted you to get this urine test done in the first place?

Brandon Hayes4 said:What exactly does that screening cover? Is it just blood and urine tests, or am I looking at something more extensive? And realistically, can I knock this all out in a single day? I’m moving across town in about a week and things are already getting chaotic.

Yeah, you can knock it all out in one day. They'll run a CBC, CRP, AST, ALT, GGT, urinalysis, creatinine, urea, urate, CK, LDH, electrolytes like potassium and sodium, plus urinary proteins.
(For the CK and LDH specifically, I'm pretty sure they handle those over at the local hospital lab.)

coastalangler7 said:😕I find myself grappling with similar swelling issues, though mine always manifests in my face. It’s quite a spectacle; perhaps once a week I’ll wake up looking as if I’ve spent the entire night being pummeled by a swarm of angry hornets in downtown Chicago.🙄

Occasionally, the swelling migrates to my hands and feet as well.

Seriously, go see your doctor and get a full blood panel done.

analogbison13 said:Yeah, you can dissolve Nexium in about half a cup of water—just make sure you don't chew on any of those little granules that settle at the bottom.

Honestly, you could just dump those granules onto a spoonful of mashed potatoes and swallow them that way.

restlessangler said:And can something pure actually be stupid? I know "pure" doesn't necessarily mean dangerous, but when we're talking about the brain...

You really need to get an MRI with contrast.

restlessangler said:Final Diagnosis: G44 Cephaleae
Requested tests: Brain MRI

Radiological findings and opinion:
The brain MRI, using standard imaging techniques through a series of multiplanar slices, shows normal organization of the cerebral gyri and sulci, with an appropriate ratio of gray to white matter.
Signal intensities within the brain parenchyma, both infra and supratentorial, are physiological. There are no signs of ischemia, intracranial hemorrhage, or any tumor processes.
The ventricular system is centrally located and morphologically appropriate.
Adjacent to the dorsal part of the adenohypophysis, there is a cystic formation measuring approximately 6-7mm—it is recommended to follow up with targeted imaging of the pituitary-hypothalamic region.
No visible pathological changes were found in the parasellar region, pontocerebellar angles, or the cranio-cervical junction.

Everything looks fine except for that cyst near the pituitary.

Linda Kern6 said:Erythrocytes are 5.13 (ref. 3.86-5.08), erythrocyte distribution 15.2 (9.0-15.0), hemoglobin 143

You were probably just a little dehydrated. Your TIBC is slightly below the limit, but honestly, that doesn't mean anything. Everything looks fine. Best regards.

Daniel Ortiz15 said:About two years ago, I started having this trouble swallowing. It’s just this constant sensation like something is stuck in my throat. Everyone tells me it’s all in my head—just anxiety—but I’m not buying it, and I haven't even made it to a doctor's appointment yet.
Even though everyone claims it’s practically impossible to choke on food (unless you're taking massive, reckless bites), I read somewhere that the mortality rate from choking is actually quite high....
I've basically stopped eating meat, and bread is a nightmare to get down...
Is there any actual chance I could choke on food that’s been completely chewed up and swallowed?

Are you dealing with any stomach issues too?
You absolutely need to reach out to your doctor.

rapidgull27 said:So, I just got back from my doctor, and she’s telling me everything looks perfectly fine... plus, the ENT specialist mentioned I don't even need to see an internist if I'm not experiencing any actual issues. That just slipped my mind earlier, but honestly, the main thing is that I already had my EKG done, so everything checks out. All good! Thanks for the reply!

Don't mention it.

rapidgull27 said:So, I went in for an EKG today. The report says everything looks "normal," but here’s the catch: the nurse tells me it's fine and that I shouldn't waste my time sitting around for three hours waiting for the doctor. Honestly? I don't buy it. Something feels off about that whole interaction, but I figured I’d go through the motions anyway. Now, my mother is driving me crazy, insisting that the printout is worthless unless a physician actually signs off on it. I need this cleared specifically for an upcoming surgery—tonsillectomy—so the anesthesiologist can give the green light. Now I’m stuck wondering: am I going to be forced to redo the entire EKG, or is this paper enough to get me through? The doctor isn't even in until this afternoon, and frankly, I can't just sit here twiddling my thumbs waiting to ask her because this whole situation is already stressing me out. 🙂

Look, let’s be real here: having an EKG readout is practically useless unless a cardiologist actually weighs in on it. It’s not some absolute truth just because a machine spit it out. Honestly, even an anesthesiologist could take one look at those readings and tell you if something is seriously haywire. Just because a computer prints out "nothing abnormal" doesn't mean you can take that at face value. Don't trust the machine blindly.

Linda Kern6 said:I actually bled for these iron results. My Iron is okay at 9 (ref. 8-30), UIBC is 48 (ref. 25-59), but my TIBC is 45* (ref. 49-75). I’m wondering about this TIBC—why on earth is that value so low?

So, what does your CBC look like?

Roger Rodriguez said:So, I guess I was totally mistaken. 😁
I'll be starting physical therapy soon, so hopefully, that will give my brain a bit of a break...
Thank you so much for the insight!

Look, physical therapy should definitely help.

Roger Rodriguez said:I’ve had an EEG, a CT scan, and a carotid artery imaging test (I can't recall the exact name 😬), and the results show I have cervical compression syndrome. However, it seems everyone here just attributed my symptoms to my diet, so they didn't take the neck issue very seriously. Honestly, I'm not even sure if "that" could actually be what's causing me to lose consciousness 🤷

That right there is your culprit. Your arteries weren't delivering enough blood and oxygen to your brain, and well, you know what happens next. And yeah, the diet could definitely be playing a role too. What you're describing sounds like carotid and vertebral artery disease.

Roger Rodriguez said:But what if the blood work, the EKG, and even the blood pressure all come back normal? I mean, what else could cause someone to faint?

Well, I was on this hospital diet that’s usually supposed to last 15 days, but I ended up stretching it out to 40. On that 40th day, I blacked out, and afterward, I felt incredibly nauseous and ended up throwing up several times. My blood work looked fine—glucose and iron levels were both good—and my blood pressure was steady at 110/60, so I'm just lost.

It happened right after breakfast; granted, it was just some toast, but still.🙂

The fainting itself isn't quite as worrying as the vomiting that followed. If you haven't already, you really ought to go see a neurologist. It could be anything from vasovagal syncope to orthostatic hypotension or even hyperventilation...

placidlynx82 said:I'm 16, and I went to the gym for the first time the other day. I started off with about 15 minutes of alternating between walking and running, then hopped on the stationary bike for maybe 5 minutes. After that, I moved over to the machines. I was lifting some weights, but nothing too heavy—mostly just overhead presses, I think that's what they're called—and some leg exercises. At first, I just felt a bit nauseous in my stomach, so I sat down for a bit and felt okay. But once I stood back up to start chest exercises, I felt even worse than before. I tried heading toward the locker room, but everything started spinning wildly. I managed to hit the light switch, but then I just blacked out. When I came to, I was lying on the floor with my head buzzing, but after I washed my face, I felt fine again...

Before the gym, I had eaten one pancake with Nutella and drank a small cup of milk.

Maybe someone knows what the issue might be??

btw: I've also been feeling a little under the weather; I have a cough, a sore throat, and a runny nose...

It could be anything. Simple syncope, an arrhythmia...
You really ought to see a doctor and get a basic blood panel and an EKG done.

gentleraven872 said:Hey guys, so yesterday my nose started running and I honestly feel like I might be running a fever. Plus, I've got these little spots on my stomach that look white at first, but then they turn red... I have them in my groin area too, but they're more reddish. Is this some kind of rash or what?

Has anyone dealt with this before?

boldwalker12 said:I'm wondering if this points toward some kind of tumor? We're talking about an elderly person who's been dealing with abdominal pain for a few days now. Regarding the lungs, there was history of shadows on the lungs—some form of tuberculosis (they aren't a smoker)—but that was treated a long time ago.

Radiology report:

On the summation imaging of the thoracic organs, there are several small, oval soft-tissue shadows visible perihilar on the right and in the caudal spread of the right hilus—summation effects, or perhaps nodular shadows?
The domes of the diaphragm are well-defined and positioned correctly. Free left costophrenic sinuses.
Heart shadow width is within normal limits, though the ascending aorta shadow appears prominent.

On the upright non-contrast abdominal image, an air-liquid level is visible in the ileocecal region; there are meteorismic loops of bowel without distension and no pneumoperitoneum.

WBC=5.1; Erythrocyte=4.16, Hb=128, Hct=0.83, MCV=92.1, MCH=30.8, MCHC=334, RDW=12.1, Platelets=161, MPV=10.3, Glucose=5.2, Urea=3.0, Creatinine=55, Total Bilirubin=8, Amylase(S)=29, CRP=2.7

Diagnosis: Cholelithiasis (Gallstones)
Suspicion of colon neoplasm (colon cancer)

Cholelithiasis = Gallstones.
Suspicion of colon neoplasm = Suspected bowel cancer/tumor.
Mild anemia; all other blood counts are normal.
They need to see a pulmonologist immediately for follow-up via CT scan and bronchoscopy.