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I been in and out the ER the last 6 months because of pain under my right rib shooting into my back sometimes the pain under the rib gets worse when I take a deep breath also have random nerve/muscle spasm on both sides of my torso doctor's keep sending me home saying it might be a stomach problem any ideas on what else it can be??

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What causes muscle leg pain? I am 51 year old lady. Every time I get up and stand I have this leg pain. After walking few steps it gets better. But it is annoying to have this pain. What can be the possible cause for this? What medicines will reduce the pain?

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It can be due to vascular insufficiency or compression of nerve in spine. It requires investigation. ...  Read More

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I have muscle twitching randomly all over the body i have done emg and ncv and many other test i have had an health anxiety i am taking antidepressants medicine 15day but not show effect how much time it take to show its effect?

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May be can u tell the name of the medicine u r taking. I can help you ...  Read More

I have anxiety from the day i feel like i have pop sound , i went to doctor and check it he found out it is normal and i eat capsule and i have stress even now is it anxiety causing penis pain and i am worried no swelling, no urination problems

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Don't worry u wil be fine . Share what medicine u r taking ...  Read More

I am having muscle pain since couple of days. I am on medication for anxiety disorder. 1. paxep 25 2. tryptomer 10 3. D ventodep xr 50 4. lonazep 0.5 all after dinner. is this muscle pain associated with anxiety? kindly advise

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Seems so Revisit ur treating psychiatrist or consult with me online ...  Read More

I have some pain in penis and testes no urination problem and ejaculation , it is anxiety causes pain in testes and pain and i am worried suffering from 2 dys before

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Hello. I didn’t understand, are you having anxiety because of the pain or you think anxiety is causing pain? Anyway for either of the case I need the following 1. When does the pain occur/how severe ...  Read More

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I've been having pains in differnet parts whether it is jaw hands chest and even my neck. I woke up with a panic attack because of a chest pain once and have been dealing with different kinds of pain ever since. I took tests related to my heart and they were all ok and doctors said it's anxiety

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Panic attacks have variable symptom presentations and may be triggered by observable or non-observable triggers. Homoeopathic medicines can help you recover completely and without any side effects. ...  Read More

Hi, I am suffering from Cerebral Palsy, Spasticity since childhood causing muscular pain and weakness Now For last few years I am facing problem of sudden extreme weakness and sweating, anxiety, stress , constipation issues Are these issues due to Fibromyalgia or Cerebral Palsy spasticity early problem ? Pls advice appropriate medication an

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I'm sorry to hear that you have cerebral palsy Spasticity and weakness are a part of cerebral palsy. In CP, a person is prone to mental illnesses particularly depression and anxiety. Before starting a ...  Read More

Anxiety and stress are all mind level things. Does this actually results in physical reaction? Like chest pain, choking throat, sudden palpitations etc. If so, how does it affect us physically?

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Yes. The mind can affect the body and produce physical symptoms. ...  Read More

I am facing stiffness in neck and pain also since yesterday. Idon’t want to take a painkiller for the muscle spasm. I only want to take a muscle relaxant. Can I take Thiocolchicoside 8 mg once a day as a muscle relaxant?pl suggest

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Neck stiffness and spasm since yesterday usually ease with rest and a few days of gentle care. ...  Read More

Follow everything told by doctor still my muscles aren't relaxing. I had undergone kshar sutra & fissure tissue removal surgery 4 months ago. I had been following everything. Still my muscles & spinchter aren't relaxing. & causing incomplete evacuation & cramps. I've undergone almost 4 anal surgeries. I'm still suffering. My body ha

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Hello, First of all mention your history, why did you go for surgery?? Is there any anatomical malformation in your anal structures?? For best consultation kindly go to your surgeon or consult with ...  Read More

I was vit d deficient 4 months ago when tested. At that time , I faced whole body ache , took 60k weekly, and vit b12 daily and vit d now normal . Body ache resolved but I am facing calf muscle pain... On and off, no tingling sensation, not sharp and severe, mild pain. What to do? What may be the causes? Can it be due to magnesium deficiency or els

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it may be electrolyte difficiency you may take a sachet electrol for 1 week with water ...  Read More

I am having random pain throughout the stomach and chest region starting from the month of May, It comes for 1minutes then go away, I suspect that the gas gets trapped in some places and then it causes pain though I don't know for sure. And frequent bubbling or spasm like sensations too this is causing anxiety when it is happening like rapid heart

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I have anxiety and depression and take Nexito regularly. My psychiatrist recently increased my Nexito dose from 15 mg to 20 mg, and I have been on 20 mg for the last 5 days. I have also been experiencing neck, shoulder, and head pain/stiffness, especially with certain movements and sometimes while sneezing. The pain becomes very irritating and incr

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Nexito will act in certain symptoms of anxiety but not that beneficial for pain symptoms. There are exclusive medications for the same. Good luck ...  Read More

My dr.started rosuless 10 but I have muscle pain morning to evening i connected with doctor one day skip rosuless cause next day im going to doctor

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Please check yr Creatinine phospokinase( Total CPK) coz some time Statins can increase the CPK levels leading to increased muscle pain and weakness. Check for any urine discolouration ...  Read More

My father suffering from calf muscle pain started having pain at night and could not sleep the whole night.

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Check with vita B12 test, deficiency of B12 leads pain in calf muscles specially at night. Consult with nearby neurologist or neuro physiotherapist for strengthening exercises. ...  Read More

I have been experiencing frequent pains and possibly residual pain of such severe muscle pain for the past month. This pain is limited to the centre of my chest, radiates to the back of my shoulder and I feel a weird tightness that comes and goes in my IMF region. This is accompanied by flashes of acidity that has had me scared to eat properly.

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Hello ma'am With above mentioned symptoms, what you are thinking is correct This most probably looks like anxiety and related illness Good thing is it can be treated completely but needs some time It ...  Read More

Nerve and muscle pain what the reason??? How to overcome no exercise and sedentary lifestyle is their and stress too

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Where exactly do you have pain and what type ? Is it continuous or during activity? If the pain is at a particular part of body , more details are needed to assess the cause. Generalised aches and pai ...  Read More

Iam getting muscle pains on left side upper chest and axillary area and back side of scapular area I am having issue with stiff neck pain also , iam working from home sitting front of computer.

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Desktop job with poor posture can be the main reason for this . Consult pain medicine specialist before u develop chronic pain ...  Read More

I have been experiencing bone, muscle and joint pain that occurs intermittently throughout the day very much like fever aches and pains, also I'm not sure whether I'm having low grade fever or not. This is continuously going on for 2-3 weeks now. I also have a swollen lymph node in neck and dry cough that only occurs at night. Is it a symptom of le

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Need to evaluate your reports, please visit. Without investigation we cannot find correct diagnosis. ...  Read More

Iam suffering from a back muscles pain spine surrounding with poping sound always.. Ribs surrounding muscles pain Iam feeling like having a muscles loose at my back and neck always pops... Due to this feeling very down on daily basis Which is effecting my daily work.. Doctor please help me with some suggestions iam getting irritated from poping

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Thank you for reaching out. Chronic muscle pain and the popping sound you’re experiencing can be influenced by several factors including inflammation, muscle tension, or nutritional deficiencies. From ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, Muscle pain occurs after breakfast. The pain subsides by evening. There is no pain at night. is there any nerve damage?

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Pain in Body muscles , what can be the reason ? Can we have multivitamins ? The pain is on and off not regular

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Hi sir/Mam, I delivered a baby via c section 2.5 months back Am breast feeding my baby Since yesterday I have pain from buttocks muscle till calf muscle in the back I have these leg cramps Please let me know if this is cause for concern Please lete know wat to do about this

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Is alcohol cause anxiety disorder and ibs symptoms .I take fluoxetine 40 mg for anxiety and also drink alcohol is really said that use of alcohol never control my anxiety

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Hi . Yes alcohol can aggravate anxiety. ...  Read More

I am experiencing muscle pain at the back since yesterday. I am unable lie down straight. Please suggest remedy and medicine.

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Do hot fomentation Avoid massaging Maintain spine in straight posture and avoid forward bending ...  Read More

I have been experiencing muscle soreness and pain under my arms for the past 3 days. What can be done to make it better?

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Can help you with your concern. Your concern need to be evaluated in detail with history and possible examinations. Can contact for consultation via chat ...  Read More

I have muscle pain from last two days which medicine will helpful to me to reduce this pain? Muscle pain is in below left shoulder

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After trying new squat techniques, my thigh muscles are paining. It's difficult to walk too. What to do?

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Muscle soreness needs icing 3 times per day for 3 to 5 days. Sometimes anti-inflammatory may be required if pain is severe. Usually the issue comes with new activities and resolves with time and gentl ...  Read More

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