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Medical advice in a book as a layperson

I am a distributor of a Class 1 medical device, specifically grid tapes. (These are small grid-like patches that are applied to the skin to treat certain symptoms). Now I would like to write a book that describes where to apply the mentioned patch fo...

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Muscle twitching

Muscle twitching I had already inquired about a slightly elevated polyphasic rate in a muscle of the right calf, detected in the EMG, and received a response. Unfortunately, there were technical difficulties with the follow-up question, so I am askin...

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Muscle twitching cause for concern

Hello, I am 36 years old male with no previous medical conditions. In early 2017, I contacted you with this concern. I started experiencing fasciculations in my calves, toes, and sporadically all over my body. I still have mild fasciculations, espec...

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Side effects of medications

My husband has been experiencing significant difficulties when getting up and especially when eating since being discharged from the psychiatric clinic. He is taking Seroquel, Rivotril, and Risperidone. Since his discharge, his movements, particularl...

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Difficulty swallowing help

Difficulty swallowing help! Since this morning I have had difficulty swallowing. On Tuesday I received a fascia treatment/cupping treatment. I have problems with the 1st and 2nd cervical vertebrae, which is why I am in sports physiotherapy. Then on...

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Heartburn stomach problems

Hello. Since the beginning of December 2016, I (32 years old, male, 184 cm tall, 84 kg) have been experiencing problems with heartburn. I generally eat relatively healthy and exercise 3-4 times a week. However, my problem is not the heartburn itsel...

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Trouble with hemorrhoids?

Dear expert, I have had a rather diffuse problem for about 3 months that I can no longer properly classify. In short, it started with problems with bowel movements. Despite having a normal soft consistency, the need to use the toilet was already ind...

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Erection problems and lack of sexual desire

Hello, I currently have a somewhat uncomfortable problem, namely a type of erectile dysfunction. About me: I am 28 years old, a non-smoker, I do not take any medication other than iodine tablets for hypothyroidism (which I have been taking for year...

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Unexplained difficulty swallowing

Hello, for a few weeks now I have been experiencing slight swallowing difficulties from time to time. This manifests itself in mild pain that occurs every time I swallow after yawning. This only happens after yawning, it is not constant. I yawn, swa...

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after the thrombosis

Dear Dr. Schaaf, I am once again seeking your advice. I am feeling somewhat confused following my visit to my specialist in Munich. The follow-up appointment revealed that all veins are clear, no reflux anywhere, and the leg looks externally normal...

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Is hypoxia visible in an MRI years later?

Hello Mrs./Mr. Doctor, I have a concern regarding cerebral hypoxia. If the PO2 is 17.2 (capillary) and 30 minutes later PO2 is 10 (capillary) with an oxygen saturation value of 30% (capillary), does this automatically indicate cerebral hypoxia? (I kn...

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Round back

Hello, since my youth, I have had a rounded back that is visible. Up until 3 weeks ago, I had no problems with it, but for the past 3 weeks, I have been suffering from breathing difficulties. It can be observed that my shoulders are very tense, ofte...

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Hoarseness and stabbing pain in the throat

Dear Sir or Madam, For 14 days now, I have been experiencing the following issue: A stronger cold accompanied by hoarseness and a slight cough, with a sharp pain in my throat when swallowing and a very weak voice. This cold disappeared surprisingly ...

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esophageal sphincter

My wife has been experiencing difficulties swallowing for several hours. There is swelling under her tongue, and the left side of her neck is also swollen. Could this be related to the swallowing muscle?...

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Muscle twitches

Dear Sir or Madam, I am 36 years old and female. Lately, I have been experiencing burning scalp pain and occasional left-sided pain. These symptoms have now disappeared, but since yesterday I have been experiencing muscle twitches when lying down be...

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hcg value low

Hello, I have been overdue since December 30, 2014 and my hcg level was 126 on January 5 and 357 on January 12. Is it normal for it to rise so slowly? The clearblue digital still shows 1 to 2 weeks. I also have light reddish to brown bleeding that on...

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Stop taking the pill

I am taking the pill Belara and now want to stop completely. So I will take it until the 21st day and then stop. Then, as usual, withdrawal bleeding is expected to start after 2-4 days. Assuming my hormone levels stabilize as quickly as biologically ...

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Reflux, gallbladder-liver weakness

Since February of this year, I have been experiencing swallowing difficulties, which are sometimes painful. An examination by the ENT doctor revealed a mild inflammation of the vocal cords and diagnosed reflux. I was prescribed PPI medication. I have...

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Urgent!!!

I have been experiencing sleep disturbances for several days now. This manifests itself in waking up multiple times during the night. Today, this was accompanied by a strong tremor in my hands and arms, which is still ongoing, cold hands and feet, di...

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Physical or psychological discomfort?

Symptoms of the body: My entire skin burns, especially the muscle attachments (arms, legs) hurt more intermittently. I quickly get muscle soreness after exertion, which also lasts longer. I feel weak (very tired in the evening), but this varies in ...

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