Chest Pain Question: If Joe has strong pressure in the right chest area and pain with movement, what is wrong with Joe?
Something mechanical in the chest wall or lining of the chest wall. This is not angina or internal in source; but, probably muscle, tendon or pleura in origin. Heat and Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories will usually suffice-see your doctor if it worsens or not better in 8 days or so of this treatment. Unknown Question: I had a fever on the first day that I felt sick. Since then it has gone down. I have a sore throat and rashes on my arms and back. I have not defecated in three days. I am taking penicillin and steroids(methylprednisolene 4mg). Answer: First, why are you on steroids? Was this your idea or your physicians? Patients on long term steroids usually need to increase the dosage while sick. Secondly, you need to be evaluated to see if you need antibiotics. Throat Problems Question: I have had a sore throat for three days. The back of my throat has small oval shaped red bumps. I have no idea what could cause these. Could it be a sign of strain, I spent the other night out singing
