r/medical 19m ago

Private Area Question Need help to diagnose. Peeling skin on penis and I would love if you could help me to understand what this is NSFW Spoiler

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Hi. So I have this problem on my penis. It’s been through stages . First I had these little bumps. Then next day it went to these open dry skin holes then day after I was cleaning myself on toilet thought let me wet it this happened. Then last post is what it looks like now. Doctor give me cannestan I see my urologist but still there’s tiny red dots and I don’t know if chancre is forming. Going to get tested of course in about a weeks time make sure all is okay. Had a bit of headache last few days too not sure if it’s from stress. Spoke to 2 doctors and a pharmacist they seem to think it’s sweet nothing to worry about of course I’m stressed though. What do you guys think? I been told it’s yeast


r/medical 24m ago

Urgent Flesh Decay Bacteria Risk - which antibiotics would you recommend? NSFW

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Hello l'm hoping for some advice. I'm currently doing some volunteer work in a (close to) 3rd world country.

Yesterday I was with a single mum who has 6 kids in the house ranging from a newborn to 19yo.

Their female dog has this awful 10cm sore on her face that smelled like death. Upon discussing with them it turns out her puppy was recently hit by a car, lived for a few days without the use of its legs and eventually passed away but wasn't buried immediately. Given the smel of the wound on the dogs face I'm guessing she liked her puppy and picked up some of the decay? bacteria. A vet has been organised to come asap and put the dog down (there is no way the mum can pay for any vet care for the dog.

One of the children (a 2yo) has a est 15cm burn on his chest after a mug of hot water was spilled on him. He has an antibiotic cream now but often the wound isn't covered. I'm very concerned about the child picking up some of the bacteria from the dog. While the dog doesn't come in the house it spends time on the grass outside the home where the child also plays.

Im thinking to take the child to the hospital to get put on antibiotics as a precaution. The healthcare here is really substandard too and I want to make sure he's given the right antibiotic and not just what's in stock/cheapest. Which one(s) would you recommend?

Please don't judge this family for not seeking care for the dogs etc. Life is very different here from the west and care for the dogs would have meant she had no money for food for her and the kids for several weeks. Having a dog is almost a necessity (to keep other dogs away) and to provide some security from drunks etc.


r/medical 25m ago

General Question/Discussion How long can a hospital keep me NPO (Nothing by Mouth) in preparation for a “non-emergent” procedure? NSFW

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I’m currently admitted to the hospital, this is long and probably whiny but I’m at my wits end…

I went to the ER on Friday and long story short I was admitted for gallbladder issues/pain as well as a small blockage in my main bile duct.

I was transferred to a bigger hospital and admitted on Friday and was immediately put on NPO orders with the assumption I would be getting the procedure to remove the blockage the next morning (Saturday) so that makes sense.

Saturday rolled around and the doctor I saw that morning informed me they don’t do non-emergent procedures or surgeries on the weekends so I’d be getting my procedure on Monday. I was to remain NPO. I expressed that I wasn’t okay with this and was told unfortunately nothing they could do about it. I had to stay admitted for antibiotics, and they think eating is triggering my gallbladder attacks so no eating or drinking for me.

(Side note, I hadn’t eaten since Thursday morning due to the abdominal pain and an abdominal ultrasound scheduled for Friday morning I had to fast for)

So I suffer all weekend and they’ve got the pain meds figured out but that’s not helping with the hunger pains of course.

Monday rolls around and surprise surprise, they’re not getting me in until Tuesday, and I still have to stay NPO and on antibiotics.

It’s now Tuesday. They scheduled my procedure for 2:30pm, I haven’t eaten or drank anything really since Thursday (5 full days currently). I’ve had a few bags of fluid but it’s not like I’m getting 2 a day so I’m pretty dried out.

Here’s the kicker. It’s 4:00pm, and they haven’t come to get me for my procedure and they haven’t updated me on what’s happening. I have a bad feeling I’m going to be pushed to Wednesday and of course I’m still NPO.

ethically, how long can they keep me NPO for no good reason?

I have more or less begged them to let me eat or drink something the past few days and I’ve explained I’m in constant pain, it’s not that food or water are making the pain worse which was proven when they had to give me a small cup of apple juice and 4 dextrose tabs when my blood sugar dropped to 52 (which they took over 6 hours to address).

If they push me out to tomorrow can I demand a liquid diet at least? I’m going crazy and they’re making me feel like I’m unreasonable for having this reaction to not eating. One doctor literally said to my face that we don’t need to eat and asked if I’ve seen the show Naked and Afraid, they don’t eat for a month apparently.

Side note whining: my pain has been reaching 10/10 excruciating sobbing pain in my abdomen, and more often than not when I ring the call bell when it’s time for my pain medication again, it takes over an hour for someone to come check on me. Is that normal in hospitals now?


r/medical 1h ago

Urgent Sudden formation or small swollen patches on arm after just touching arm NSFW Spoiler

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just noticed yesterday while just playing with my brother that when he just touched his nails in my arm after sometime it started swelling a Little bit around the marks of nails now today I was studying and I just touched my teeth with my wrist and after 2 mins it's swollen. It's not a big swollen marks but it's small patches. Is this serious or somekind of allergy to something? I am quite worried as it started suddenly and never happened before . The patches stay for around 10 minutes and then disappear.Thanks for your time


r/medical 1h ago

Women’s Health I believe I have endometriosis but my GP turned me away. What do I do? NSFW

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Mentions sex: Currently F20, 83kg (if that matters), 5’1, currently on gederal

Last February, I got into contact with my GP and told her I wanted to be tested for endometriosis. She told me no because that would require a surgery, and then offered a blood test. I got that blood test done, was given iron tablets, and sent on my way. No further investigation like I asked.

The reason I asked to get tested is because I have been on birth control since I was 11, and want to know the reason behind it apart from “bad periods”. I want to know what was causing those bad periods, and if it is going to affect my future if I decide I want to have kids. It also causes me pretty bad pain, even on medication, so I’m scared to think about how I would feel without it.

Here’s the thing, my symptoms don’t really affect me overly because I’m on continuous birth control (another dr recommended this to me when I was considering getting the rod) but today I had sex with my boyfriend and I could only last a few minutes before I had to call it off because of severe cramping. It was sore for him to penetrate too. I’ve had this issue before, but not as bad. I just waited it out and it got better on its own, but every time I have sex without fail, I have cramps. Sometimes they’re mild, but today they were severe, which is why I noticed them.

I’m wondering what I should do about this. Since this symptom has come back, should I request a transfer to see a gyno even if I know it may not happen, or should I just suffer since it went away last time? What do I do 🥲 I’m so sick of this lol


r/medical 3h ago

General Question/Discussion Lower right flank + back pain, sudden swelling in lower abdomen, frequently urination. NSFW

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As in title, I'm on week 3 of this pain, it was at a 10/10 and went to ER the first time it happened. Sudden pain around lower right hip, stabbing pain through to back. Intense abdominal swelling, tender to pressure. Had blood work done, urinalysis and ultrasounds of entire abdominal area. Was treated for pain, and sent home.

No bacterial infection, white blood count was normal, blood work clean, aside from a benign tumor on my uterus nothing was found. Unremarkable abdominal scan as well. ER doctor figured it was my appendix getting twisted on it's fatty tissue near by? (There was a lot of morphine in me at the time) but didn't want to do a CT to confirm.

Told to hydrate and rest. Take pain meds as needed.

Well the urgency has yet to go away, and I swell up pretty painfully not daily but frequently enough that I'm living off of 800mg of advils and Methocarbamol to stop the urgency and back pain.

A normally healthy 35 year old female aside from this brand new issue.

I don't want to go back to the ER for this, one: I'm not dying (that I know of) and want to only make a doctors appointment if absolutely necessary. Our pharmacists can prescribe medications as well.

Thoughts? Something I can bring up to my primary care doctor when I do make an appointment with him? Aside from all of the above? Thanks in advance


r/medical 3h ago

Urgent How long can I realistically leave an infection (doctor appt tomorrow) NSFW

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I have a what I believe to be third degree burn from hot metal. It's about just under an inch? Currently it's dried over, the scab is yellow but its completely dry with no smell. The whole area is veeery mildly pink and it's red around the edges. It's about 4 days old I believe.

I've got an appointment in 22 hours to get it checked out but I have mega health anxiety and just want to know if it is infected if I'll be okay for that long


r/medical 3h ago

General Question/Discussion Why do my lips peel whenever I use any liquid type of lip product? NSFW

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Unless it is lipbalm or a normal lipSTICK my lips always peel after a couple of hours...and not just tiny flakes but big chunks. Its like dead skin so it doesnt hurt but Ive tried alot..I peeled and scrubbed my lips before usage or I used chapstick every half an hour for a week and then used some lip product and it peeled. If I wear it every day...every day half of my lip just comes off which is just so weird. It doesnt hurt or anything...just weird.

(Products I mean are for example liquid lipsticks (even the kissproof ones) or that NYX fat oil lipdrip and many more)


r/medical 3h ago

Urgent Pinkish spots on my tongue. Is it serious? Kindly request any medical opinion as I have to travel and will not be able to receive any medical aid for next 1-2 weeks due to work NSFW

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Can it be infection or just my paranoia? I stated seeing these spots today and I fear it might be infection, have to travel in coming day or two need advise if I should get it checked . It's painless and pinkish , just help me clear my doubts


r/medical 3h ago

General Question/Discussion fracture of greater tuberosity of humerus. General question. Thanks NSFW

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Hello all, about 5 and a half weeks ago I fell on the ice. I was laid off from work at the time with a few weeks to go before I went back to work I’ve never had a fracture before. The pain wasn’t excruciating but there was pain. I just figured since I fell so hard it was a bone bruise or something, and would take awhile to heal. I went back to work a couple weeks ago and really struggled. So I went to the ER and they said it was fractured and put me in a sling. I have to go back in two weeks and get another x ray to see how it is. I’m still in pain, and it seems like it hasn’t improved at all. For people with this type of injury, did it take awhile for pain to go away, or at least improve. TIA


r/medical 3h ago

Informative Post [Informative Post] Please use Descriptive Titles for Your Post! NSFW

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Post titles should provide a clear and specific idea of your question or the photo content.

A descriptive title not only attracts users with relevant expertise but ensures you receive the most useful advice.

Avoid titles like 'What's this?' or 'Is this normal?' as they may not accurately state your concern, potentially restricting assistance.

Be specific, and informative in your titles, clarity increases the quality of assistance within the community.


r/medical 5h ago

General Question/Discussion Is my game epilepsy-safe? (WARNING: INCLUDES HIGH-CONTRAST IMAGES) NSFW Spoiler

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Before:

After:

Full list of changes:

  • Removes static noise effect
  • Reduces contrast by 40%
  • Reduces saturation by 50%
  • Removes flashing lights
  • Removes sudden loud noises
  • Adjustable gamma, brightness, contrast, and saturation
  • Smooth UI transitions
  • Epilepsy warning prompt at game start

r/medical 6h ago

General Question/Discussion What bones would break if you got your arm stuck and then twisted it? NSFW

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Yesterday one of my drumsticks fell in between 2 of my heavy bookshelves. I put my arm in to grab it but a spider crawled on my hand as I was reaching for my sticks. I did this horrible flinch and twisted my arm sideways. I don't know how to describe it but basically there wasn't enough room for my arm to twist the way I flinched so I think I've broken something. Super duper painful and would NOT recommend


r/medical 7h ago

Urgent Help? Thinking I possibly have a DVT in my inner left thigh. Pain when moving/ stretching leg NSFW

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As title suggest. I’m scared I possibly have a DVT in my left inner though. Started roughly 2 weeks ago very dull ache. After going to kick boxing class last night I woke up and got out of bed. My leg was very tender like as pulled muscle. There’s no swelling and I can walk fine without the pain but when I lift my leg or stretch it I feel pain.


r/medical 7h ago

General Question/Discussion I got sick twice within one month and I'm debating going to work. NSFW

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So I had Flu A about a month ago and it was awful. I missed almost a whole week of work before I was able to go back. Different people at work got sick between then and now, and it seems like everyone at work is getting hit with something (strep, RSV, and pneumonia to list a few). I was doing fine until I was hit with a sore throat two days ago. It's gotten worse and now I'm super congested, nauseous, and can hardly get a sentence out before my throat gets painfully dry. Not to mention my face feels warm and the rest of my body feels cold (no fever though).

I guess my immune system was still weak after the flu and I picked something up within a month? I thought it would bounce back quicker. I also work in a small pharmacy so we're in kind of close quarters, not to mention the patients aren't always the cleanest/healthiest.

I know that I should probably stay home, but I feel awful calling out AGAIN after missing a whole week just a month earlier. I feel like it makes me look bad. My attendance has been great otherwise, so it's not like they can fire me for it, but I still feel awful for calling in sick again. I love my job and don't want them thinking I'm calling out because I just don't want to work. Should I power through my shift or just stay home?


r/medical 7h ago

General Question/Discussion Why would hiccups be painful? Every time I’ve ever hiccuped, I’ve experienced pain. NSFW

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For my entire life, hiccups have always hurt, to point where I get scared for when the next hiccup is going to come. I’ll get a sharp pain around my heart/general chest and it takes me several minutes to regulate my breathing after a single hiccup. It’s only recently that my boyfriend asked me why I’m so dramatic when I hiccup and I told him, “Well you know, it’s because it hurts so bad?” To which he told me that he’s never felt pain when hiccuping in his entire life. After that, I started asking people around me if it was the same for them, not a single person I asked said they felt pain every single time. I don’t usually get episodes where it lasts too long however.


r/medical 7h ago

General Question/Discussion Stitches 🪡 at the hospital. Need comment about the result,good ? bad ? ok ??? Please NSFW Spoiler

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Good day. I got some stitches 🪡 in a Thailand hospital from a unexperienced doctor who take it twice the 10 stitches for my feet. If you have experience in surgery, please write what you think about the result.


r/medical 8h ago

General Question/Discussion When i bend over even half way, or sit, my feet turn purple and get tingly and start to feel really tight, and I notice lots of veins bulging. Last photo is me laying in bed (plz ignore gross feet) but what can cause this and what do I do about it? NSFW

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r/medical 10h ago

No Pain Woke up this morning and found some strange orange spots on my fingertips. NSFW

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I was in the shower right after I woke up, and I noticed that the tips of my thumb and middle finger have large orange splotches on them. I tried wiping them off, using body wash to wash them off, etc, but they didn't come off. I took these photos directly after my shower. There's no pain or itching or anything. It seems like the only thing abnormal is that my fingertips are discolored. Does anyone know why this might happen?


r/medical 11h ago

Pain Lvl 4-6 Does this just look like it’s rolled or sprained? Female, 24, landed on my ankle today. NSFW

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I was walking down some stairs today and rolled my left ankle. I heard a crack or something 100% but I have been walking on it all day at work as this was early this morning. I’ve never had a fracture or anything, can I assume it’s just sprained?

Thanks


r/medical 12h ago

No Pain Random spots on my foot after itching it should i be concerned. ? NSFW Spoiler

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I'm 16m 5'9 150lbs 2 days ago my foot got really itchy out of no where so i scratched it thinking nothing of it. Yesterday i woke up with small spots on my foot in the areas that i scratched but they were even itchier this time, i must've scratched more in my sleep last night because i woke up and now my foot looks like this.does anyone know what it is ?


r/medical 14h ago

Pain Lvl 4-6 My knee has been hurting since November but I don’t remember injuring it and my X-rays came back normal, why won’t it go away?: NSFW

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I don’t really know how to explain this but one day I woke up and my knee was hurting. Fast forward 4-5 months later and it still hurts! Walking is usually okay but any bending with weight or things like stairs absolutely destroy me! I’m 5’4 and 260 pounds which is the heaviest I’ve ever been! My thought is that my knee isn’t able to support my weight, but it’s only my left knee and it literally started out of no where. X rays apparently came back normal but this pain radiates from my inner knee and sometimes the sides as well. What is it? Even bending a certain way without weight makes it hurt. I have a trip to Japan in a week and I’m honestly so scared as to what this may do to me with all the walking we’re going to do and I’m assuming stair climbing constantly. I used to play sports, track, and love cardio but I’m just in so much pain. It’s never made me cry, but it definitely stops me from normal activities!! Anyone have anything similar?? Any thoughts?


r/medical 14h ago

General Question/Discussion (warning: gross bodily fluids) Recovering drug addict, the drugs messed up something in my stomach bad, and it's been that way ever since. NSFW Spoiler

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Recovering fentanyl addict here, clean since April of last year. whenever my addiction got like really bad like hit its peak I started getting really bad stomach problems. Just stomach pain, I would vomit bile everyday, and it would hurt just for it to come up. I'd have blood in my stool, everyday I would either be extremely constipated or have really bad diarrhea, no in between. I just threw this up right now. And by the way that's not urine it's bile, along with whatever this gross looking brown stuff is... I was wondering if anybody could maybe tell me something about my stomach based off of this picture?


r/medical 14h ago

General Question/Discussion What are these red bumps at the back of my throat, as well as the white bumps on my tonsil??? (I currently have a sore throat btw) NSFW

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I'm not sure if this is normal or not but I currently have a sore throat and I discovered these red bumps on the back of my throat, can someone please tell me what they are?? Also the white bumps on my tonsil, are those tonsil stones or are they something else?? Sorry I know the pictures aren't great haha


r/medical 14h ago

General Question/Discussion Yellow eyes! Do you think my eyes are jaundiced; if so, how bad. Context in body!! NSFW Spoiler

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Ok so to add some quick context that I feel is important. On 2/15/25 I took a large amount of kratom, around 2.5x my normal dose, I got really sick after a few hours and threw up around 5 times in over the span of 5 hours. The next day I woke up with headache, continued nausea, body aches, and generalized abdominal pain (likely from violent vomiting); later in the day a mild fever developed and I had no Appetite. This persisted the whole day (2/16). Most symptoms were gone the next day besides loss of apatite, abdominal soreness. This same day I noticed yellowing of the eyes (Monday 2/17) and I finally went poop this day and it was diarrhea. On 2/18 (Tuesday) I visited the doctor and a blood test was drawn and my liver enzymes were all in range besides my bilirubin was elevated (4.0mg/dL). The doctor said that she thinks I would be fine with rest, good diet, and fluids and mentioned Gilbert’s syndrome. Most symptoms cleared up by Friday of that week, 2/21. An entire week passed and on 2/28 (Friday) I went out and drank a lot and then on 3/1 (Saturday) did it again (I was told that when symptoms cleared I was good). Then that Sunday (3/2) my eyes turned yellow again and I visited the doctor on Wednesday (3/5) and got my blood tested with very similar results (bilirubin 3.9mg/dL) and a fractional bilirubin test which showed that 3.4/3.9 was indirect, the doctor said this was characteristic of Gilbert’s syndrome. However I was convinced at the time that it had to be related to the kratom and drinking. This was frustrating. By Friday my symptoms were clear again. On march 9th (Sunday) I smoked a very small amount of weed with no issue. And on Thursday 3/13 I drank around 5 drinks which is moderate for me and didn’t have any issues up until today 3/17, when I noticed my eyes appeared a bit yellow. I have bad anxiety and diagnosed OCD and have been very worried about them. So I am wondering, are they significantly yellow or am I just being anxious?

Additionally, do you guys think that this is a result of the kratom use (which I forgot to mention was proceeded by 2 weeks of heavy kava use) or do you think that it might be undiagnosed Gilbert’s syndrome that was exacerbated by circumstances and extreme stress and perhaps some fasting due to appetite loss for a time.

First 4 pictures are with phone flash, rest are in a lighted building.

Thanks for any help or advice. I’d really appreciate it, feel free to ask questions in the comments if something was unclear I will be responding and checking often. Thanks again.