Dr. Leslie Leighton

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

No: Unlikely to be addison's with normal acth stim. Need further testing.

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A 33-year-old female asked:

Had normal bm's. last two mnths hard bm's every 5-6 days, now for the last week diarrhea, couple x's a day. have fms/cf. your thoughts? diet normal.

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

IBS?: Sounds like ibs. Would start by increasing fiber in diet and then see gastroenterologist if no better.

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A 25-year-old female asked:

When i have sex and about to cum it hurt my lower stomach what is it?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Hard to say: Maybe your normal sensation with orgasm but if it continues would check with your gynecologist or primary care physician.

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A 44-year-old female asked:

What are the symptoms of having a lumbar disk bugle? i have a lot of pain down both legs i have been wearing a back brace so i can sit is this good?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Bugle?: Pain and numbness in legs. Recommend conservative treatment and if no improvement see neurologist.

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A 29-year-old male asked:

What is the difference between moles and lentigos? does having a large number of lentigos signify a greater likelihood of getting melanoma?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Skin lesions: Both typically benign but need to have regular skin checks of whole body by dermatologist.

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A 48-year-old female asked:

I have ibs. i was at er last night cause of pain in rectum and bloody mucus discharge, now the pain in my rectum is so severe ,help plz.

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Sigmoidoscopy: rectal pain can be the result of IBS but unusual. Would suggest evaluation by your doctor with rectal exam and sigmoidoscopy

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A 30-year-old female asked:

Cycle on 2/13 only 4days;intercourse 2/21 w/husband.pink discharge on 3/2 and then brown on 3/3.tired,gassy,emotional. could i be pregnan?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Seems unlikely but..: Would do pregnancy test anyway to be sure.

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A 32-year-old female asked:

What otc appetite suppressants are safe when taking wellbutrin (bupropion) xr 300 mg?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Do not recommend: Would be careful using appetite suppressants while on any anti-depressants

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A 34-year-old female asked:

I had endoscopy yesterday now i am having pain in thoart. hurts to swallow anything or lay in my side's. feels like something hard in thoart.

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Side effect: Sounds somewhat worse than usual for endoscopy. Would alert endoscopist if worsens or does not improve shortly.

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A 23-year-old male asked:

I'm experiencing semi-severe diarrhea. on monday i had a slight fever and a headache. i've also been coughing a little bit, but not too badly. last night i had a lot of gas and then the diarrhea started.

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Probable virus: Probably you have virus bug affecting GI tract and giving headaches and fever as well. If no improvement in 3 days see your doctor to be sure it is n... Read More

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A 23-year-old female asked:

My stomach has been making a lot of growling noise, passing a lot of gas and having upper stomach pain for 3 weeks. no blood in stool or vomit.

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

IBS vs. Giardia: This could be IBS but need to check for Giardia as well. Have you been traveling? Would see GI doctor soon.

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A 19-year-old female asked:

Is it normal to bleed alot from anal by being fingered, while my boyfriend and i have sex at the same time?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Not usual: Certainly can traumatize the anus by fingering but alot of bleeding is not normal. Would probably cut back on the practice of fingering for now and s... Read More

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A 34-year-old female asked:

I've gastritis and every time i eat it "gets stuck" having a drink does not help and it always ends up in hiccups.? is this the gastritis?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Unlikely: It is unlikely to be gastritis. Could be esophageal spasm or achalasia or possibly a shatzki's ring/stricture. You probably need to have an endoscop... Read More

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A 22-year-old female asked:

I was prescribed bentyl10 mg, twice a day for ibs-c. it has helped me out, but will this csuse me to be more constipated? n can i take morning & night

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Should not: If Bentyl (dicyclomine) is helping your IBS-C I would continue it. It is an antispasmodic that treats underlying IBS and helps both those with consti... Read More

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A 36-year-old male asked:

Hi i had protected sex(vaginal) 2 weeks ago with a sex worker with unknown hiv status but had unprotected oral sex for about a minute,what is my risk?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Pretty low: Not zero but I would think under those circumstances would be pretty low if heterosexual sex and no reason to believe partner was in high risk group.

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A 20-year-old female asked:

Bright red blood after pooping? what does this mean? i noticed it when i went to wipe myself

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Probably fissure: suspect given your age is fissure at anal verge but if continues need evaluation by a gastroenterologist

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A female asked:

Cyle starts in 2 days, no tender or swollen breast, little fatigue and cramps, sometimes wake up with nausea. is it period symptoms or pregnancy?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Could be either: Check pregnancy test if sexually active and not using protection.

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A 20-year-old male asked:

I have been suffering from severe headache since yesterday and today i have felt sick and headache getting worse along with loose stool

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

May be viral illness: Headaches with GI issues sound like you have a virus in our system. If symptoms persist would see PCP.

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A male asked:

Ok doc i had a ultrasound abd it said that i have multipule stones within the gallbladder lumen.

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Symptoms?: If you have symptoms of billiary colic - severe episodic pain - then you probably need to have the Gallbladder removed. If no symptoms would consider... Read More

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A 29-year-old female asked:

I drank a whole bottle of magnesium citrate and only pooped once last night. is that ok?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Yes: Be prepared for today. Everyone has a different response to cathartics.

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A 22-year-old female asked:

For a month my vulva and anus itch, not unbearable and constant itching but enough to know something is wrong, it won't go away. what is this??

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Possibly Fungus: Sounds like you might have vaginitis or fungal infection. Could try mycostatin (nystatin) to see if it works and if not go see your physician

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A male asked:

I licked the feet of someone who showers on a rubber bathmat. have had diarrhea, upset stomach since. (4 days) could it be staph?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Probably not: Suspect the action of licking someone's feet is unrelated to your symptoms. Symptoms should resolve soon and if not see GI doctor. Would stay away f... Read More

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A 19-year-old male asked:

I'm 18- no underlying health issues. i just had a nosebleed out of both nostrils the came from my upper nostrils, not lower like usual. is this normal?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Not normal: Bleeding is not usually the norm. Your bleeding may not represent anything serious but needs to be checked out especially if it continues with either... Read More

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A 30-year-old female asked:

Pain on the center of my lower abdomen during sex?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Need more info: I assume you are a woman but perhaps not. If so this may be related to position in which you are having sex. If it occurs in all positions would con... Read More

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A 36-year-old member asked:

Is it ok to take antacids while pregnant?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Yes: If you take in moderation should be no problem. Antacids typically are not absorbed and pose little iatrogenc risk to pregnancy.

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A 22-year-old female asked:

My boyfriend has a cortisone injection into his spine is it normal to have a lot of pain after that? its been a day and he is saying it feels like a 7 on pain scale. is it possible when getting one to mess it up worse??

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

It may represent soft tissue injury in the area of the injection. If so this will improve with time. If it persists for long would consult physician... Read More

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A 37-year-old male asked:

If i had two shots and then had breakthrough covid, and get a booster, are the side-effects worse with the booster since i previously had covid?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Not necessarily. Side effects from the vaccine vary from person to person. Would suggest you get the booster.

Reviewed Feb 05, 2022

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A 36-year-old male asked:

Gi bug was in our house. all better now. 5 yr old first vomited 7 days ago. it lasted 3 days. so its been 3 days no vomit .. been fine but periodic stomach ache. she just suddenly vomited again after 3 days of recovery. normal with gi bug?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Sounds like it might be a parasite like Giardia which can present with intermittent recurrent symptoms of nausea and vomiting. Would consult pediatr... Read More

Answered Apr 23, 2022

A 16-year-old male asked:

How can i remove there are dark spots like on my hands arm. they look so weird . please help me?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Would consult a dermatologist for evaluation of the spots and removal if feasible.

Answered Apr 09, 2022

A 31-year-old female asked:

30y.old. sometimes 1-2 days before period i have a little brown or pink spotting.is it normal?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Not necessarily normal but not unusual. If it persists would recommend seeing your Gyn or PCP for a pelvic exam to be sure there is not something unu... Read More

Answered Apr 23, 2022

A 18-year-old female asked:

I lost my appetite about a month ago. i've been forcing myself to eat, but have kept my weight. is there any reason for concern?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Should resolve: would see your primary care physician if it continues for a thorough evaluation

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A 33-year-old female asked:

I have had unprotected sex several times, my period was late, then really light & short. can you be pregnant & still have really light short periods?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Unlikely: If concerned check a pregnancy test and be sure to use contraception when having intercourse

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A female asked:

I have had vomiting i and diarrhea intermittently for almost a month, it seems like i am normal for a day and then it's back.

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Check for giardia: Intermittent symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea say to me that you need to be checked for parasites.

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A 37-year-old female asked:

After almost fainting 3 days ago, i am still sluggish, cant concentrate and feel as if i can still pass out if i stand to long or quickly stand up. ?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Postural hypotension: Not sure but I would get checked out. this could represent postural hypotension

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A 39-year-old female asked:

I had a large fibroid removed 4 months ago. last cycle was heavy as usual but not a lot of pain. my period is 7 days out and ive had sharp pain where the fibroid once was for 5 days. no blood or discharge. can it grow back that quickly?! so upset!!!

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Unlikely: It is unlikely to grow back that quickly but you will need to see your gynecologist for evaluation of pain. Probably due to something else beside the... Read More

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A 19-year-old female asked:

I have a grade 2 mcl tear that makes my knee unstable when i play volleyball. would bracing during play be advised?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Might help: But only temporary solution and be careful not to make tear worse with volleyball which certainly could happen.

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A 53-year-old female asked:

Hi there. i am 54 years young and started my period. its about 10 days now. it stopped for 2 days and im back on. i did go for a pap smear which was negative to cancer. is this normal?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Perimenopause?: May be perimenopause or the early start of menopause. would consult with gyn or pcp who did pap smear for further instructions

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A 49-year-old female asked:

My 23 tear old daughter has a pain in the right earn its inside, in the area behind the ear. her ear also feels blocked?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

See PCP or ENT: So many things this could be. Suggest she see her primary care provider or ENT physician.

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A 45-year-old female asked:

I just got out of the hospital on november 4th and he had put me on blood pressure meds i dont have a primary dr. yet and i can not get into one until january 20th would you be able to give me refills as i just moved to fl and my old 1 will not?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Should be possible: It should be possible for someone to refill your medications until you get a new PCP in January. If you live in Florida healthtap should be able to f... Read More

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A 62-year-old female asked:

My husband has lost the ability to speak on several occasions but they only last for 1 minute to 3 minutes than back to normal. he said he knows what he wants to say but can't form the words?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Can be the result of a multitude of neurologic problems beyond stroke or TIA and needs full neurologic evaluation.

Answered Aug 07, 2021

A 21-year-old male asked:

Im 21 and i think i have a retrograde ejaculation what should i do?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

See a urologist for evaluation and treatment

Answered Oct 03, 2021

A 53-year-old male asked:

I was having sex and started ejaculation and now it won't stop what does that mean ?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

It will stop: I am not sure what it means or what you mean by won't stop. But all ejaculation will eventually stop.

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A 47-year-old male asked:

I had protected sex with my girlfriend, i did not ejaculate but when i was pulling out my penis, the condom slipped inside here, what is the chance of pregnancy?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Low risk: If she misses period than she needs pregnancy test

74 viewsAnswered May 25, 2020

A 27-year-old female asked:

I am passing mucus in my stool. its not extreme but it is noticable. with diarrhea. ?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Irritable Bowel: Sounds like you may have irritable bowel syndrome.

222 viewsAnswered >2 years ago

A 21-year-old female asked:

Im having cramps on cycle day 22. my husband and i are ttc. what could this be?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Period: Suspect it is your period. Would check pregnancy test though.

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A 42-year-old female asked:

My wife have vomiting 4 times previous 4 hours very nauseous, if she eats or drink anything comes out?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Is she pregnant: Would check for pregnancy if that is in question and if negative see physician for evaluation.

443 viewsAnswered >2 years ago

A 18-year-old member asked:

So my mom has onset early dementia. now i know what dementia is and i know overtime you lose your memory. could this be fatal & if so how long would it take to be fatal?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Not fatal: Dementia per se (by itself) is not usually fatal but events that accompany it maybe

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A 21-year-old female asked:

I had unprotected sex (fri 22/09) i am on yaz, the guy pulled out, i've had the nausea feeling, cramping, & tired, was on meds last week until thurs. please help me. i was on norflex, dicloflam, stilpane. i took my birth control with those meds.

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Unprotected?: unprotected from disease? does not sound like you were unprotected if on Yaz. Unless you were not taking correctly. Please clarify. If concerned a... Read More

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A 19-year-old female asked:

Something that looked like a seed came out my clit area, it was chalky and when i squished it, it came apart and was a pinky/peachy color. what is it? please help!!

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Hard to say: Are you sexually active? Are your periods normal? Did it occur after intercourse? Depending on these answers you may want to see your PCP or Gyn doct... Read More

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A 21-year-old female asked:

I ate a kitkat and then i started having bad stomach pains and gas and then i had 2 normal bowel movements and then the 3rd bowel movements it was really loose. what could this be?

Internal Medicine 38 years experience

Probably unrelated: Probably unrelated to Kit Kat but I would avoid them in the future

112 viewsAnswered >2 years ago