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I have swelling in the hip region after lifting heavy tile. What to do?
Query: Hi doctor, First, let me clarify that I have been to a doctor for this problem already. But, the clinic is closed right now and I will not be able to get the diagnosis for a couple of days. But, waiting without knowing the cause is troubling me. So, I am asking for my peace of mind and also to have ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It appears that you have an over use injury to your abdominal muscles. This happened during the heavy tile lifting. It could be abdominal muscle sprain, muscle strain, or inflammation. Less likely but ventral hernia is a possibility. Cold compressions. Ibuprofen 600 m... Read Full »
Does my lower back pain indicate a kidney problem?
Query: Hello, I am a 31 year old male. I have a left lower back pain for a few days. It hurts when I move, and it feels like my kidneys hurt when I walk. I do not know if this is a muscle pull or something related to my kidneys. Please advise. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Lower back pain is mostly due to a muscular or spinal problem, and kidney pain is unlikely. Kidney pain is a colicky type. The pain comes and goes, or it will be associated with other complaints like burning during urination, blood in urine, and fever. Local site wil... Read Full »
I have pain in my right abdominal area, which increases with movements. Kindly help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have tender pain in my right abdominal area. I feel fine when I am still, but I can feel the tenderness if I move. I have been experiencing this for a few days and it was mild. But now, it feels more tender than usual. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. We are pleased to have you on board. This could probably be just muscular pain, which will improve with analgesics. But if it persists, you have to think about possibilities like:1. Renal Calculus- In this condition, sharp intermittent pain will radiate from the loi... Read Full »
Why is my husband having abdominal muscle rigidity?
Query: Hello doctor, My husband has had muscle rigidity in his abdominal muscles for days. I feel it is a side effect of tablet Seroquel. He is weaning off of tablet Seroquel in hopes that it will help. So far, it just continues to get worse. What can he do to manage the symptom? It is miserable for him an... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and would like to know if he has abdominal pain or constipation. Before concluding that it is just muscle spasm, I suggest performing an abdominal ultrasound, a cervicothoracic X-ray study, and some laboratory blood tests (liver and kidney f... Read Full »