Experiencing flu symptoms for over a week, how long this will last?

I have been experiencing flu symptoms for over a week and am concerned about how long this will last. I have missed 7 days of work. First 4 days I spent in bed with chills, congestion, head and body aches, cough, not eating. Then for about 3 days continued congestion, productive cough, chills/sweats. Still very sick but not as sick as the first 4 days. I now feel worse again past 2 days and this morning. Cough worse, headache, chest congestion, and fatigue today. No difficulty breathing. I have not been in to see my physician. Clinic is overloaded and i have no insurance. We are treating with rest, fluids and cold/cough medicine. Initially was told duration could be 1-2 weeks. Wondering what to expect next!! Because I’m not getting better, I’m getting worse.
THANK you
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Age: 62
Male
Medications: None
General Information: OCT allergy meds

I take Adderall for Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), will it show up positive on a drug test?

I am seeking employment and need to get tested for drug use. I take Adderall for ADHD Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, will it show up positive on a drug test. In particular will it show up positive as amphetamine and methamphetamine usage?

Age: 35
Male
Medications: Adderall

I have lumps and lymph nodes swollen, feel tired and other symptoms, please advise?

First is dizziness and nausea with occasional balance issues. Worse when lying down and moving head different directions. Blurry vision getting worse. Severe fatigue and weaknesses throughout body. Shortness of breath when bending over. Not sleeping well. Also very concerned about lymph nodes being swollen. Especially in my groin on both sides. Never had this happen before. They are swollen and tenderness to touch. Also painful at times like when I move my legs a certain way. They have been this way for at least 4 weeks. Haven’t went away at all, just seem to be getting worse.Lastly, I have lumps appearing all over my body. Some I’ve had for years but a lot of new ones are popping up everywhere. Some are growing, some are painful when touched or when I move. I recently found a lump in my right breast. I’m in a lot of pain all over my body. I feel so tired and hurt and feel weak almost everyday. My hands and legs go numb. I can’t find a doctor who will listen to me. One other thing, sometimes I have urinary retention problems. Its hard to urinate and empty bladder completely. Most of these things I have been complaining about for the past 4 years. Everything is getting worse. I don’t know what to do.

Age: 47
Female
Medications:
General Information: Hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and triglycerides, vitamin D deficiency, thyroid nodules( right and left sides)seen endo and surgeon about the nodules. Both have differing opinions about what should be done.

Is it correct that I could be retaining fluid while at the same time being dehydrated?

I have always had a problem with fluid retention and take medicine for it. Last summer I started having a rapid pulse for no obvious reason. Since I have hypothyroidism my doctor lowered my dose of medicine. That worked for a short time but then the rapid post came back so again my dose of medicine was lowered. This happened three times and I was referred to an endocrinologist who felt that the lower dose I was on was appropriate. Now my rapid pulse has returned. I did some research and learned that if I was dehydrated it would also cause a rapid pulse. Since I am tired all the time and unable to lose weight I am concerned that my thyroid medicine does is not correct. My problem may stem from dehydration as it seems every time I am admitted to the hospital for some other reason I am told I am dehydrated. I am 77 years old and have CLL and am on Imbruvica for that plus many other medical problems including stage three kidney disease. Is it correct that I could be retaining fluid while at the same time being dehydrated. I try to drink as much fluid as I can but obviously it must not be enough. I am afraid if I go to my doctor they are just going to lower the thyroid medicine again and if they do that I will probably be sleeping 20 hours a day due to tiredness.

Age: 77
Female
Medications: Imbruvica, gababentin synthroid, Welbutrin, sulfasalazine, lasix, acyclovir,pristique, eliquis buspirone, valsartin,,prilosec

I am positive carrier for the Kell antigen, can I donate or receive blood?

Recently found I am positive carrier for the blood antigen kell. I am a 25 year old women and was curious if I should be concerned in regards to donating blood or receiving blood. For instance if I needed a blood transfusion. Or if somebody didn’t have the kell antigen

Age: 25
Female
Medications: N/a

I received a pneumonia, flu, tetanus vaccine, is my reaction normal?

I got a pneumonia vaccine 2 days ago and the first night I started having a high pitched cough with trouble talking sometimes. Is this normal? I have also had a flu vaccine and tetanus vaccine on the same day. Should I be worried about this high pitched cough and sometimes having trouble speaking

Age: 34
Female
Medications: Ventolin
General Information: I have a congenital heart defect which is called tetralogy of fallot. I also have asthma

I have a cyst on testicle, should I get it removed surgically?

Hi, Doctor,
I am 25 yrs. Old guy who was diagnosed with an epididymal cyst with size of 23*28 mm on the right testicle,
The doctor I visited told me I need to remove that cyst ASAP via surgery to avoid infection or anything that could make the problem worse.
I read that that kind of cysts doesn’t need surgery unless they become very painful.
I also read that the epididymis might get harmed during the surgery but my doctor said it won’t affect fertility.!
I’m so confused about what I should do & I rely on your advice.
Thank you so much.

Age: 25
Male
Medications: Nothing
General Information: Nothing

I feel a pressure on the cartilage in my throat, any ideas what it can be?

I’ve been having a strange sensation in my throat since November of 2016. At first, I thought it was a stomach virus since I was feeling very nauseous during that time. However, when the nausea stopped, I was left with a feeling of throat tightness. I didn’t vomit during that time. It has now been a year, and I feel it occasionally on and off. Sometimes it’s possible to ignore, but other times it’s very strong. It feels like I’m pressing my fingers on the cartilage in my throat (where the Adams Apple would be on a male) and the tight sensation can be felt up to my tongue. It’s not as common, but another symptom I feel is a sort of spasm at the back of my throat. The best way to describe it is the sensation you feel when you are about to gag. But, I don’t gag. It lasts for a few seconds, then goes away.

I can drink, eat, speak and breathe with no problem. For a time, it did affect my appetite, and I lost weight very rapidly due to not eating much. I suspect it might be stress or anxiety related since my symptoms seem to show up when my anxiety starts to act up. My other guess it can be related to heartburn. Symptoms show up also after really bad heartburn. Any ideas what it can be? Thank you.

Age: 33
Female
Medications: Not taking any medication
General Information: When these symptoms appear, sometimes I’ll feel either cold or hot flashes.

I have chronic sinus, is there something that can be done?

I have chronic sinus from april this year. I have been on 2 or 3 rounds of cortisone to help. I have tried every possible alternative therapy. I have removed wheat, gluten dairy and sugar from my diet…. but i am still battling like crazy sinus since sep.

Looked inside my nose tonight. It was extremely red with a small yellow type growth on it. Maby a polyp ??

What are the solutions here…..i cant carry on living with this sinus

Age: 40
Female
Medications: Sinus meds
General Information: Asthma from adulthood

I have unusual weight gain problems, what is the cause?

I’m 29 yrs. / female. I’ve troubles with my cholesterol levels and my weight. the problem started after I took these medicines (eltroxin 50 mcg,deltavit b12,inegy 10/20) for only one month starting from 1st June 2016, I gained 25 kg in 16 months even I work out three times a week and my eating habits never changed. I attached my blood tests history before and after the medicines.

Age: 29
Female
Medications: eltroxin 50 mcg,deltavit b12,inegy 10/20, now I’m just taking Omega-3
General Information: 4/12/2017 I had a pelvi-abdominal sonography only comment was “fatty liver”, Sometimes I’ve slight pain in my waist (right side). I experience pain in my feet (lower back) when I wake up in the morning, it disappears after couple of minutes.

I have Urticaria ( hives on the skin), could this be Cushing syndrome?

I have had these embarrassing hives for about 10 years now off and on almost daily for no apparent reason. My skin will be fine and then it will feel like a hot flash and I’m burning up and I have hives on my face, neck, shoulders, arms, chest, sometimes legs. They will be very hot (not itchy) but then go away in a matter of minutes to sometimes hours. I thought it had some kind of relation to food but it happens even before I eat anything at all during the day. I’ve been prescribed beta blockers and xanax… nothing helps. Could this be Cushing syndrome? Thanks

Age: 25
Female
Medications: Alprazolam
General Information: I also gain weight primarily in my stomach and face. Got lots of cortisone steroid shots for shoulder pain years ago

I have severe anemia, what can I do?

I have severe anemia (lack of iron in blood) my test results were 3 and it should have been at 89 and am wondering what are my options? I have been taking an all natural organic liquid iron 4x a day and my levels have not gone up in 8 or 9 months! What can i do?

Age: 37
Female
Medications: Liquid iron
General Information: Ive been anemic my whole.life

I had a liver transplant, how can I remove stretchmarks on my back and stomach?

I had a liver transplant in 2005, and the resulting ascites gave me many stretchmarks on my back and stomach. Now that I will have a bit more money and some better health insurance pretty soon, I am willing to pay a bit to have a procedure done to reduce or remove them. What is the best procedure, or what is the best OTC product that I should use to reduce these stretchmarks as much as possible?

Age: 33
Male
Medications: Prograf, Prednisone, Cellcept, Zoloft, Trazodone
General Information: Liver transplant in 2005
Ulcerative Colitis

I am extremely tired, suffer from chronic diarrhea, stiff joints, please advise?

I went to my Dr with chronic diarrhea. It has been an issue on and off for several months but in the last two months it has been constant. I had bloodwork done and my liver enzymes were elevated and my Dr is sending me for a liver ultrasound and a colonoscopy. I am also experiencing very dry skin, eyes and especially my mouth. The mouth dryness is on the inside of the lips and around the outside of the tongue. It feels like I have burnt my mouth but I haven’t. I wake up in the morning with stiff joints in my hands and feet. I am extremely tired. I sleep 10-11 hours a night and feel I need more. I am 60 and had a complete hystrecomy at the age of 44 and I not on any hormone replacements or no other medication.

Age: 60
Female
Medications: None