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Itchy Skin w/out Rash
Dec 04, 2009 06:15PM in the Undiagnosed Symptoms Expert Forum
Widespread itching can be from many different conditions, one is called urticaria. Urticaria typically looks like a rash that is red, raised and itchy. It is an itch that does not go away just from a simple scratch, it is something that often comes and stays, although it can come and go depending on what's causing it. An allergist is the best person to con...
Weakness and Muscle spasms
Dec 04, 2009 06:03PM in the Undiagnosed Symptoms Expert Forum
There are so many symptoms I'll address them individually: 1) Urinary frequency with thirst and low back pain These symptoms can be from kidney problems or endocrine abnormalities such as diabetes or others. Supplements (such as whey protein) can contain unannounced additives that can be harmful to kidneys. It sounds like your kidneys were evaluated, th...
Experiencing puzzling symptoms
Dec 04, 2009 05:40PM in the Undiagnosed Symptoms Expert Forum
Right rib cage pain and sternum pain lasting more than a month is concerning and should be evaluated. It's reassuring if complete blood count and liver function tests are normal, but other organs in the right upper abdomen include the gallbladder & intestines. These organs doesn't usually cause pain with cough. If the pain is with a cough it's oftentim...
Lower Right Side Soreness / Abdominal Soreness
Dec 04, 2009 05:18PM in the Undiagnosed Symptoms Expert Forum
There are a number of concerns that I'll address separately: 1) a fatty cyst is often called a "lipoma" and can stay stable for a long time. When a bump becomes tender and larger it's concerning that a previously sterile cyst has become infected, and requires incision and drainage. It's important to address enlarging tender bumps promptly since ...
Pain in the upper left abdominal area under rib
Dec 04, 2009 05:04PM in the Gastroenterology Expert Forum
Left sided upper abdominal pain can be from the pancreas but a MRI is a good way to look at problems there. It can also be from other gastrointestinal disorders such excess acid in the stomach that can irritate or even ulcerate the intestines or esophagus. This is a common cause of discomfort after eating. Although colonoscopy looks at the lower intestines...
Bad breath caused by gastrointestinal problems?
Dec 04, 2009 04:46PM in the Gastroenterology Expert Forum
Halitosis, bad breath, can come from foul smelling gas from the mouth, to the throat, to the stomach, even the intestines, since gas can rise back up, past the sphincters that keep solids from coming back up. Dental hygiene is important to clear food from being stuck in between the teeth that can degrade with bacteria and cause foul odors. A water pick and f...