Discomfort Questions

Is it ok to take Vagifem before intercourse only, and not as often as prescribed?

I have been prescribed Vagifem for vaginal dryness and discomfort. How long after taking the tablet is it ok to have sex? Also, I have taken my first dose, and noticed a good amount of moisture, and am wondering if I actually need to take the recommended dose ( every day for 2 weeks, then twice a... read more

I took a fluconazole 150 mg tablet Monday afternoon for a yeast infection.

At this point my symptoms were pretty much gone and the doctor just wanted to clear out the rest of the yeast. Tuesday / Wednesday morning at 1 am my partner and I decided to have sex , no discomfort. Wednesday morning my itch was back. My doctor only said to take one pill , but now that my itch... read more

Discomfort in lungs/diaphragm/chest and tightness of throat 5 days after vomiting?

Last sunday I had a hangover and threw up (since then I have given up the alcohol and addressed my problem with that). During the vomiting, I was leaning against a building (not sure if that's relevant, but friends have commented that an odd posture might be the cause of the issue). Since... read more

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Metronidazole and bleeding? Is this normal?

I took metronidazole gel for 5 consecutive days to treat vaginosis. Two days after I am noticing thick clots of discharge which seem to be lessening and now I am getting mild cramps and discomfort in my lower abdomen. Also, it looks like I am spotting blood that's bright red. I have not had... read more

Is it OK to take tramadol and oxycodone together?

I take tramadol for my lupus discomfort but, it doesn't help my rectal wart, while oxycodone does. Is taking both safe?

Omeprazole vs famotidine for irritable bowl syndrome?

I was prescribed omeprazole not too long ago from my primary doctor. I have ibs. Just last night I went to the er for diarrhea, stomach discomfort, and other issues not related. One medication I was prescribed is famotidine. Which medication would work better for my irritable bowl syndrome. After... read more

I have been using 5 mg of Ambien for 4 weeks. Is it early enough that I can just stop taking it?

I understand I will have some discomfort and insomnia for several days, but I don’t want to become dependent on it. Suggestions or helpful advice? Thank you!

Metronidazole - Is spotting normal? Anyone has to take 4 pills at once?

This is my first time getting BV. I was in A lot of pain and discomfort so I went to the doctor and she told me I had a yeast infection, which I had never had before, so she gave me fluconazole and nystatin cream. I had an allergic reaction to the nystatin and it gave me these little open sores all... read more

Are there any blood pressure tablets which do not cause swelling of ankles?

I am currently on Doxazosin 4mg. and every night my legs/ankles are slightly swollen. There is no pain or discomfort. They are normal next day. Can you give me definite names of suitable drugs I could ask my doctor about please?

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Fluconazole - Did I spread it to my partner?

I noticed the vaginal discomfort immediately. I thought it was the sex and applied an ice bag, but once the itching and irrigation started I told my gyno and with two days of first feeling I had a yeast infection I had taken Fluconazole. My partner has not complained about anything, but it might be... read more