Undiagnosed And Rare Edema
I have had rt thigh, calf and hip edema since 1/14 (8 months). It came on out of nowhere. No injury. Neg for DVT, neg MRI for mass, neg mass on abdominal CT scan. Multiple hypodense, Ill defined nodules were identified on spleen and a few on liver. CT scan of chest identified multiple hilar lymphadenopathy. This prompted bx. Dx: Sarcoidosis. Had 2 unsuccessful rounds of prednisone. Now getting Remicade tx. I feel better overall, but the edema. Has not changed. My sarcoid dr (pulmonologist ) thinks this may be totally unrelated to the sarcoid.
I'm desperate for an answer. Vascular consult was neg. any clues?
I was originally told this could be a spinal compression issue. I do have a hx of lower back pain/spasms.
Yeast Infection :: Contagious Or Is It Rare That It Can Be Passed On?
Okay, so today I went to the doctors and found out I have a yeast infection.
The problem is I had no idea that I had one and I have a boyfriend who I'm intimate with. I heard it's possible guys can get oral thrush from oral sex, it was only once, but is it really contagious or is it rare that it can be passed on?
Kidney - Diagnosed With CKD Stage 3 (GFR 48)
I have just been diagnosed with CKD stage 3 (GFR 48) and I can't understand why. I have low blood pressure and don't have diabetes. I am slim fit and healthy and age 52 so not that old. I also have a low white blood count. Can anyone shed some light? My GP does not seem worried, and so nor should I be, but I feel uncomfortable not knowing what has caused this.
View 3 RepliesDiagnosed With Gallbladder Rocks
I was diagnosed with gallbladder rocks last year. I am 20 years and haven't removed it yet because I wanted to get some feedback from people close to my age, what was the best approach? did it affect you alot? it would be very helpful if a few people who have had similar problems could comment and tell me about their story in order to get to a more educated decision. I have had plenty of medical feedback but I'd love to hear it from those who had to go through it.
View 4 RepliesViagra And Warfarin? Diagnosed With DVT
If you are taking and using Warfarin after being diagnosed with DVT PE is it safe to use Viagra?
View 1 RepliesJust Diagnosed With Barrett's Oesophagus
After having reflux and pains in my throat and stomach for a long time my GP finally referred me for a Endoscopy in January. The Doctor carrying this out said I had Barrett's Oesophagus and showed me some pictures. It is rather scary just how red and inflamed it looked. He asked me what medication I was on and I said Omeprazole (20mg) twice a day but I needed to take Rennies antacid tablets (orange) as well to help with the discomfort.
The Doctor told me to keep on with the Omeprazole as it is a precancerous condition and this would help. He also said I needed to have a endoscopy every three years. I am finding that the omeprazole doesn't help when I have the discomfort and the only relief I can get is when I take the Rennies and sometimes Gaviscon. I am still taking the omeprazole as instructed (40g a day) but wondered if anyone else who suffers with this finds omeprazole ineffective or takes something else as well. I'm sure the prolonged taking of Rennies isn't good.
Polymyalgia Rheumatica And GCA :: 40s Been Diagnosed With PMR?
I was told years ago i haf fibromyalgia but now my blood work shows a high sed rate
View 31 RepliesDiagnosed With Endometriosis Of Lung
I have been diagnosed with Endometriosis in the lung. I was wondering if any one else out their had this condition? It's such a rare condition doctors don't know what to do...
View 34 RepliesRectal Fistula Diagnosed Via Colonoscopy
I have had a rectal fistula diagnosed via colonoscopy. I have zero problems with it and would not have known I had it. From the operative report:
"midline anal fistula which was superficial with minimal amount of muscle involved within the fistula".
The surgeon said it should be fixed.
Why can't I just leave it alone? Do these ever go away on their own?
Diagnosed With Nonspecific Genital Herpes?
I was diagnosed with "unspecific" genital herpes. Anyone know what they mean by "unspecific"?
View 4 RepliesAddison's :: What Was Your Cortisol Level When Diagnosed
What was your cortisol level when you were diagnosed with Addison's? I'm guessing it was 0.
View 1 RepliesDiagnosed With 56mm Aortic Aneurysm
I have just been diagnosed with an Aortic Aneurysm, this was discovered using ultrasound scan for investigations for blood in the urine.
I have searched the web and have found nothing but fatalities surrounding this issue. My AAA is 56mm at the moment and to be honest I am frightened to death.
Diagnosed With 4.6 Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
I had a 2D echo last week and found 4.6 thoracic aortic aneurysm.
Cardiologist has prescribed blood pressure medicine. Shall I go ahead for surgery or wait till become 5 cm. I am 37 yrs old. I play volleyball every day. Is it ok to continue or stop?
Diagnosed With Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Of 4 Cm
If you have a 75 yr old female Alzheimer patient with a severely distended stomach, a CT scan showing fluid in the stomach and a confirmed abdominal aorta aneurysm measuring almost 4 cm and the patient is in pain with troubled breathing, what is the proper medical progression in treating this patient?
View 1 RepliesThyroid :: Diagnosed With Parathyroid Hyperplasia
Recently have FINALLY gotten a diagnosis of PARATHYROID HYPERPLASIA?… After many years of fainting, blood pressure issues, kidney stones, ureteral stunting, a complete hysterectomy at 34 after ovarian cysts reoccurring….I had hoped it was HYPERPARATHYROIDISM…but my PTH wasn't high enough and the sestamibi and 3d scans and ultrasounds showed very thick glands? Does this sound like anything any of you have gone through or experienced, or should I be seeking another opinion?
View 1 RepliesDiagnosed With Thoracic Aorta Aneurysm
My younger sister aged 50 was diagnosed with TAA of 5.1 cm in January and operated in February due to her small frame. She is recovering well which is encouraging. I have been meaning to go and have a check myself but kept putting it off. I went to my GP 2 weeks ago and he immediately picked up a murmur. Echo followed by a CT scan confirmed I also have an aneurysm but mine is still at 4.27 and I am 55 years old. Clearly we have a genetic disposition but mine is growing more slowly (so far) . I am in shock and still cannot get my head round it. I am fit, practise yoga, follow mainly a vegetarian diet, don't smoke, hardly drink and do not have high blood pressure. I am now now in 'watchful waiting' and will have another CT scan in 6 months time. I have been advised to take Beta Blockers and was wondering how patients react to them. I have a professional job in sales and need to keep my energy up. I have off course been considering giving up work but sitting at home waiting for my aneurysm to grow will not help me. I would also like to know if aneurysms always grow and if I need to accept that mine will be bigger by the time I have my next CT?
17 Year Old Diagnosed With Hemochromatosis - How To Deal With It
I am wondering if there is someone else who is or has dealt with this condition at this young age. She will be undergoing a series of test in 2 weeks.
View 9 RepliesVaginal Health :: Diagnosed With UTI And Folliculitis
I went to the ER because I was having really bad pain down in the bag area. I was diagnosed with a UTI, and folliculitis. I'm not quite sure if they diagnosed me correctly because I'm having really bad pain down there for about a week now.. I thought it was a yeast infection at first but it turns out its a urinary tract infection. And its very very painful. Not only does it burn when I pee but it hurts so bad I can barely wipe down there. The whole vagina area is red and sore. And as for the follicles its all around the lips of my vagina. I can feel about 15 of them, and they hurt bad. When I try cleaning it hurts when I shower it hurts so bad. I put vagisil down there and it doesn't seem to work that well. The bumps hurt when I walk or sit. I switched to 100% cotton loose fitting underwear, I been taking urinary relief pills from Azo and prescribed macrobid but it doesn't seem to get any better. If anyone has this type of problem please let me know what you have done to heal it faster.
View 7 RepliesWegener's Granulomatosis :: Just Diagnosed - What To Expect ?
I'm 24 and just been diagnosed with W.G started with unexplained illnesses , constantly tired repeated sinus infections , facial pain which in turn I had a constant blocked nose unusual discharge. Finally got referees to ENT who suspected it was this from my first app. He done tests , which all came back positive. From being diagnosed on Thursday I have my first app on Tuesday for my treatment and a biopsy on Wednesday.
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