Question 1

I've been having this pain on the right side of my waist, and sometimes it spreads all overfrom left to right and up to down. It's really hard for me to bend forward or backward when it tightens up. I can feel the pain no matter what I'm doing, whether I'm sitting or lying in bed. And it's making it tough to do any kind of hard work. What could be causing this and how can I ease the pain?

Accepted Answer

You need imaging and scans to determine the cause. It could be muscular pain or spine related abnormality. There are various causes to rule out before making a clear diagnosis.

Question 2

I've been having this burning sensation around my rectum for a few days now, and I'm a bit worried. My meals have been pretty spicy lately, so I'm thinking that might have something to do with it. I've been drinking plenty of water, so I'm not sure w...

Accepted Answer

drink more oral fluids

Question 3

I'm noticing something red inside my belly button, and sometimes there's blood and a liquid coming out. Is this something I should be worried about, or is it normal? What could be causing it?

Accepted Answer

It sounds like you might have an infection or a condition like an umbilical granuloma or abscess. Clean the area gently with an antiseptic, keep it dry, and avoid poking it. Consult a doctor soon to rule out any deeper issue and get appropriate treatment.

Question 4

I'm looking over my CBC blood test results and I'm a bit worried. My PDW is at 17.1, and I've noticed my WBC count is 11.4, while the normal range they provided is between 4 to 9. Also, my HCT level is 41.8 but the normal ratio is 34 to 38. Could you...

Accepted Answer

15 years old, you're likely still growing.

_Expected Growth_

1. _Boys_: Typically grow 2-3 inches (5-7.5 cm) per year between 13-18 years old.
2. _Girls_: Usually grow 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) per year between 11-16 years old.

_Predicted Height Increase_

Assuming you're a boy, you can expect to grow around 2-4 inches (5-10 cm) in the next 2-3 years. As a girl, you might grow around 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) in the next year or two.

_Projecting Your Height_

Based on your current height (5.5 feet or 165.1 cm), here are some possible projected heights:

- Boy: 5.9-6.1 feet (179.8-185.4 cm)
- Girl: 5.6-5.8 feet (170.2-176.8 cm)

Question 5

I'm having a tough time with my night shifts at work, and it feels like my request to change shifts isn't being heard. I'm wondering if there's a way a doctor could provide a medical certificate to support my case. Do you think it's possible for a do...

Accepted Answer

no

Question 6

I take Tazloc Trio 40 mg in the morning right after breakfast, and I've noticed that about 10-15 minutes later, when I start driving to work, I get this drowsy feeling. It's a bit concerning, especially because I do an intense workout on my bike for ...

Accepted Answer

According to the World Health Organization's (WHO) new guidelines, the number of doses required for the rabies vaccine has been reduced.

- *Pre-exposure prophylaxis*: 2 doses of rabies vaccine are recommended for individuals at high risk of exposure, given on days 0 and 7 .
- *Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP)*: For individuals who have not been vaccinated against rabies before, 4 doses of rabies vaccine are recommended over 2 weeks, given on days 0, 3, 7, and 14. Additionally, rabies immunoglobulin is recommended on the day of the first dose or soon after .
- *Intradermal vaccination*: WHO recommends a one-week, 2-site intradermal PEP schedule with 0.1mL of vaccine injected on days 0, 3, and 7 .

It's essential to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice on rabies vaccination.

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