Medication, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 29

Meniere's disease Hello, doctor. About a year or two ago, one morning I suddenly experienced dizziness upon waking up, and I was unable to get out of bed. I tried to kneel and slowly get up, but I couldn't and had to lie back down and fell asleep until the afternoon to ...

Lumbar issues? Hello, Doctor. On August 3rd, I experienced two drops of blood in my urine. Earlier, I had soreness near my lumbar spine close to the hip area upon waking up. The family medicine doctor tapped my back, and there was no pain. I was prescribed Uroprin for urinary pai...

Do you need to take medication to recover from a cold? 1. My family keeps telling me that I need to take medicine for a cold to get better. Is that really true? 2. Isn't it true that the internet says there are no specific medications for a cold and that it will resolve na...

Which department should I see? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask: A woman in her sixties experiences dry mouth and throat, severe halitosis, indigestion with belching, occasional diarrhea, and often exhibits head shaking or nodding. She has tremors in her left thumb, frequent he...

Binge eating/Anorexia, etc., not sure which specialty to consult (some are long-term)? Hello Doctor, I am Mo, 20 years old and a junior in college. I suspect that I am unwell, but I am unsure which doctor to see (I do not want to see a psychiatrist). Symptoms: 1. Alternating betw...

Issues with Blood Pressure Medications Hello, doctor. I have been taking antihypertensive medication, and I happened to use a batch of valsartan from a Taiwanese manufacturer that has been associated with carcinogenic issues. Later, my doctor told me to switch to the original val...

Medication administration times for multiple drugs? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing some issues with the timing of multiple medications. Recently, due to an allergic reaction, I visited a dermatologist on July 17, and the doctor prescribed a three-day course of medication...

Chest pain issues? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about experiencing dizziness and a burning pain in the chest accompanied by heavy and sore arms during masturbation before reaching orgasm. Although these symptoms only last for a few minutes and subside after stopping and rest...

A cold that lasts for a week without improvement? I have had a cold for over a week now, starting with severe diarrhea, followed by a very sore throat, persistent coughing with phlegm, dizziness, and general discomfort. It has significantly affected my daily life; I often feel di...

Symptoms after a cold? Hello doctor, I had cold symptoms a week ago and visited an otolaryngologist a few days ago. The doctor diagnosed me with a bacterial infection. I am currently on medication, but since yesterday, I have been experiencing symptoms of nasal discharge with blo...

White blood cell count over 3000? Last month, my white blood cell count was 4100. This time, I have gastroenteritis with vomiting and diarrhea, and I went to the emergency room where my white blood cell count dropped to over 3000. Is this white blood cell level concerning? I have...

If you are experiencing pain in the upper left back and sharp pain in the left chest, it is advisable to consult a healthcare professional. You may want to see a primary care physician or a specialist such as a cardiologist or an orthopedic doctor, depending on the nature and sev...

I don't know what happened to my father? Hello, my father (67 years old) recently took cold medicine and then ate mangoes, after which he experienced dry heaving 5-6 times. He thought the cold medicine caused it and discarded the medication! I'm not sure if this is drug...

Experiencing pain while eating? I have been experiencing some pain while eating recently, but there is no burning sensation. Drinking water does not cause any pain. Could this be related to my esophagus, doctor?

Lumbar pain with inability to exert force? I experience a feeling of pressure and pain in my coccyx area when standing up and exerting force with my legs, to the point where I cannot stand without using my hands to push against a table for support. I previously visited a neurosur...

Throat constriction cough issue? Hello Doctor: I am 38 years old, a non-smoker and non-drinker. Recently, I have been experiencing occasional mild coughing, with the sensation originating in my throat near the neck and the inward concave area of the larynx. It feels like there is...

Sudden dizziness Hello, Doctor! I've noticed over the past two months that when my emotions fluctuate significantly, especially when I'm angry or under a lot of stress, I suddenly feel dizzy and have a sensation of almost fainting, along with difficulty seeing clearly i...

Prepuce issues I noticed redness, itching, and peeling two days ago. I'm not sure how to resolve it. What topical medication can I use to address this issue?

Medication Consultation I take Viartril-S daily. Is this medication classified as a nitrate? Can I also take Viagra? Will there be any interactions or side effects between the two medications? Thank you!

Weight loss issues Hello, doctor! I have been overweight since childhood, with a maximum weight of 125 kg. From July to November last year, I lost about 15 kg, going from 117 kg to around 102 kg (through cycling and dieting while maintaining my basal metabolic rate, without using...