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Do I need antibiotics? What are those granules?
09/09/2025

Do I need antibiotics? What are those granules?

Heel Bursitis?No preexisting med issues. No meds. This has been going on roughly 7 months. Started as pain in back of he...
09/09/2025

Heel Bursitis?

No preexisting med issues. No meds.

This has been going on roughly 7 months. Started as pain in back of heel like walking on nails/glass and pulling sensation. Was placed on crutches for 2 months, back to walking for a bit, now use crutches when pain is too severe. Symptoms inc pain when resting, walking, standing, and swelling and redness after exercise. Tried stretching more, tried insoles, tried shoe inserts. Pain persists. I've had giant deep blisters 2 mo. prior to pain starting. Xrays come back clear.

Help! Can someone please help identify what's this?Its only on one foot the other one looks perfectly normal. Is there a...
09/09/2025

Help! Can someone please help identify what's this?

Its only on one foot the other one looks perfectly normal. Is there a way to treat this??

Shingles or contact dermatitis? Neither? Please help. đź« Good morning. I woke up Saturday with these pustules around my fi...
09/09/2025

Shingles or contact dermatitis? Neither? Please help. đź« 

Good morning. I woke up Saturday with these pustules around my first digit on my left hand.

No gardening/exposure to poison ivy. It doesnt itch, but it is uncomfortable/ has nerve pain when bending my finger.

I literally cannot think of anything weird i may have touched in the last week that could've caused this.

Picture from yesterday but looks about the same this morning. I've kept it covered with a bandaid but haven't noticed any discharge.

Rash on the back of both hands; is this an allergy?I work in food service and I really don't know what's making my hands...
09/09/2025

Rash on the back of both hands; is this an allergy?

I work in food service and I really don't know what's making my hands flare up like this. My current suspiscion is being allergic to the powdered latex gloves we use, or wondering if this is another condition entirely.
I currently treat it with hydrocortisone cream which does help, especially on my days off, but the moment I go back to work and use those specific gloves they flare up again. This has been happening for about two months on and off and the rashes are very itchy and dry.

First pic is from when it first happened a few months ago, and the second is from right now as I upload this.

Is this melanoma? My toenail broke last year and has since developed this brown lineLast year I noticed my toenail broke...
09/09/2025

Is this melanoma? My toenail broke last year and has since developed this brown line

Last year I noticed my toenail broke and chipped at the top. It’s been a whole year. While the crack has mostly grown out, the rest of my nail has since got this brown line going down it; and it does NOT grow out. The nail also keeps on cracking every time it grows out . I went to the doctor who told me to stop worrying but didn’t give me a derm referral.

I am going insane please help me - bumps on fingersIt’s impossible to not scratch it because it’s on my hand… it is so i...
09/09/2025

I am going insane please help me - bumps on fingers

It’s impossible to not scratch it because it’s on my hand… it is so itchy….. WHAT CAN I DO??? I need it gone or I need some relief because I am getting so overstimulated by it. I’m not even sure what it is honestly. I’ve had this for a few months now on and off. Please help I’m losing my mind and I’m scared that something is wrong.

Tiny bump on thumb, had one on other finger that itched insanelySingle tiny painful bump on my thumb. Last week I had on...
09/09/2025

Tiny bump on thumb, had one on other finger that itched insanely

Single tiny painful bump on my thumb. Last week I had one on the pointer finger of the same hand that I scratched and picked until it’s a big wound. Itched something terrible. Not sure what it is. I want to clip it off or stick a needle in it. What is it? Should I not bother it?

My wife keeps getting these little bumps on her arms and legs.My wife keeps getting these little bumps on her skin and t...
09/09/2025

My wife keeps getting these little bumps on her arms and legs.

My wife keeps getting these little bumps on her skin and the doctor kind of brushes it off and gives her steroid cream. Has any one ever experienced anything similar or know what this could be? She claims they feel dry, rough and itchy. Any feedback is appreciated

09/09/2025

HIGH PROTEIN HIGH FIBER RICE RECIPE 👇 Credit Sakaida Ingredients: 1 cup rice (white or brown) ½ cup lentils (red cook fastest, green/brown take longer) ½ cup quinoa (rinsed well) 3 cups water Pinch of salt (optional) Instructions: 1. Rinse the rice, lentils, and quinoa thoroughly until water runs mostly clear. 2. Add all grains to your rice cooker. 3. Pour in 3 cups of water. Add salt if desired. 4. Close the lid and cook on the regular rice setting. 5. Once done, let it sit in “warm” mode for 10 minutes to finish steaming. 6. Fluff with a fork and serve hot. Tips: For extra flavor, cook with low-sodium vegetable broth instead of water. Add a bay leaf, cumin, or garlic for a savory boost. Great as a base for stir-fries, curries, or a side to grilled fish/chicken.

09/09/2025

A specific type of esophageal cancer, called esophageal adenocarcinoma, is on the rise in the United States and is strongly related to a condition called GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease. According to the NCI, among those aged 45 to 64, the esophageal cancer rate nearly doubled from 2012 to 2019. Heartburn is NOT the same as GERD. However, heartburn CAN BE a symptom of GERD. If you’ve had long-term heartburn (especially occurring 2+ times per week) that’s persistent, you should eventually get an evaluation by a gastroenterologist. Long term acid exposure over time to the esophagus can cause damage to it — and lead to a precancerous condition called Barrett’s esophagus, which can progress to esophageal cancer if not monitored over time. Other risk factors for Barrett’s esophagus include: • Being male (men are 3-4 times more likely to develop it) • Being over age 50 • Being Caucasian • Obesity, especially abdominal obesity • Smoking • Family history of Barrett’s esophagus or esophageal cancer Symptoms of esophageal cancer include: • Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) • Unintentional weight loss • Persistent Chest pain or pressure • Persistent cough or hoarseness • Food getting stuck in the throat • Worsening heartburn or indigestion Early detection and regular monitoring are key. If you have chronic GERD symptoms, don’t ignore them – talk to your doctor about screening options.

Growth on the top of my right index finger after small cut underneath nailI have this growth on the tip of my index fing...
09/09/2025

Growth on the top of my right index finger after small cut underneath nail

I have this growth on the tip of my index finger. It started a couple months ago with a cut between my fingernail and skin that produced a lot of blood. I wore fingertip bandages over it for quite a while because it would often easily bleed because I work a desk job and am constantly using my index fingertip. I don't know what ended up happening and now sure if there is an easy way to deal with it.

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