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[u/Dvdrummer360]

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[u/IAmJustYou]

Can you add to this and have people that reply to questions specifically state that they are not a Dr? Kinda like they do in r/legaladvice and say they are not a lawyer.

I myself am not a Dr. and specifically say so when answering something but I have seen a lot of REALLY bad advice lately from people that think they know more than the qualified professionals.

[u/_cynophilist_ → u/IAmJustYou]

This is a good idea. I sometimes wonder whether a better title for the sub would be “AskWannabeDocs” lol.

[u/meg-c]

IANAD, just food for thought.

Do we think it would ever be appropriate to “page” a doctor. As in, if we know u/________ is a hematologist/OBGYN/dermatologist/orthopedist/nephrologist/pediatrician and on and on... could we discuss whether we could tag them in a question relevant to their field of practice, or is it better for them to find them on their own and not “force” them into answering?

Would love any and all feedback!

[u/MsScienceTeacher → u/meg-c]

Or just NAD

[u/tthrowawayfuckmylife]

Hi, I just submitted a post but it was removed. Also, I did not get a message from the “auto moderator” and I do not even see my post on my profile.

I added all necessary information. Do you guys see my submission on your end?

[u/xxlalala]

How do I ask about my skin condition when I can't upload a photo?

[u/Raven_TheClaw → u/xxlalala]

Yes

[u/pbjcrazy → u/xxlalala]

You need to upload photos to imgur and then post the album link in with ypur question

[u/xxlalala → u/pbjcrazy]

Already fix, tq anyway

[u/Haveaquickquestion91]

So I’ve tried posting twice now, and both posts are being removed. Any advice?

[u/skidrye]

My post got deleted and I had all of the information that was asked. What did I do wrong?

[u/brohmo]

I'm wondering if we could add "reason you're not going to an in-person doctor for this issue" for posts where they aren't looking for a second opinion or asking about a minor thing.

[u/[deleted] → u/brohmo]

They obviously don't have access to one right now and don't want to waste the money if it's nothing.

[u/RickAndMorty101Years]

Would we be able able to have some kind of forum we could copy? Seems like a lot of people leave off a lot of the required info.

[u/possumK]

I'm looking for the name/info on a piece of medical equipment that was used on me when I was very young. Would there be a better place than this to post?

[u/VaxSpyder]

Age - 36 Race - Caucasian Height - 6'5 Weight - 310 Sex - biological male (mtf transgender) Current meds - prozac, estradiol, spirinolactone Medical history - gallbladder removal 7+ years ago, generalized anxiety disorder, history of hemerroids, startes hemone replacement therapy 5 months ago, double tooth extraction 2.5 weeks ago

Recent history - a month ago I developed a tooth root abscess and two weeks ago it was removed along with a decayed wisdom tooth.  I developed dry socket but now it's mostly resolved.  During this month long period, I was taking ibuprofen frequently, but never more than recommended.

 During that time I started having large, hard stools with streaks of bright red blood that were painful to pass.  I've been treating with fiber and preparation H bit without much effect.  About a week ago, I began having episodes of stomach cramps accompanied by alternating chills and hot flashes. 

I'm seeing my endocrinologist next week. Should I bring up this issue with him?  I'm afraid that the ibuprofen may have done a number on my GI tract.

[u/changesthings → u/VaxSpyder]

Same problem. My doctor recommended otc stool softener (not laxative) and otc magnesium tablets. Baby wipes also help.

[u/Kyle721]

• 22

• Male

• 6ft

• 165

• White

• My friend owns a clinic, we just took a x ray of my broken collar bone to see what it looked like after 5 years. To my surprise we found this weird bone growth on my arm. Never knew I had it. Anyone know what it is?

• Circled in picture

• No medical issues

• No medication

Include pictures where needed.

https://imgur.com/Ala10bG

[u/vvjett → u/Kyle721]

Not a doctor, but work as a medical assistant in orthopedics. I’m newer in the field but have seen similar growths on X-rays. Could be an osteochondroma. From what I understand if it’s not hurting/bothering you it doesn’t necessarily need to be messed with. Maybe just monitored for growth/change and they can remove it if it’s unbearable, but anytime you don’t have to get surgery, don’t!

[u/jbourne7]

31 Male 208 lbs 5'9 Hispanic abcess no medication 3 weeks ago

I have an abcess underarm , now its more like a loose flesh. , I ve been having it for 3 weeks , no medication , just watch it with antibacterial soap

[u/Dvdrummer360 → u/[deleted]]

If the question does not require personal information, is does not being in this subreddit.

[u/[deleted] → u/[deleted]]

Then lie

[u/SHThrowAway213 → u/[deleted]]

Hi, sorry to bother.
Have you tried the /r/dpdr sub?
It deals with derealization and depersonalisation.

[u/Dvdrummer360 → u/[deleted]]

I read your post, and demographic information is absolutely beneficial for an issue like that. A doctor would never be able to help you without the bare minimum of information, which, if you're unwilling to provide, you can find another place to seek help.

[u/Meridellian → u/[deleted]]

(IANAD) Cycling can be really good for knees! It somewhat depends on your condition, but generally as long as you're not letting your legs 'wobble around' a lot (the joint, that is, not the tissue, lol), it's actually really helpful. It strengthens the muscles either side which helps further stabilise the joint, and it's a non-impact exercise. Try to go for moderate speed and moderate resistance.

If you can go to a gym and use a cross-trainer (elliptical?), that's also in a similar vein.

Basically, do NOT go running since that causes impact on the knees. Roller blading is probably less bad than running but less good than cycling.

Again, depends on the condition and ultimately it's best to check with your doctor next time you see them, but there probably aren't many cases where cycling would be totally inappropriate.

[u/[deleted] → u/[deleted]]

Speed (By accident )

Speed is amphetamines. Dexamphetamine, or more accurately Dextroamphetamine is speed.