Dr. Traci Buxton
Family Medicine
Jonesboro, AR
25 years experience female
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I am a family physician in Jonesboro, AR working at First Care-Stadium, part of St. Bernard's Healthcare. I have a traditional family practice but also see urgent care and hospital inpatients. I am the medical director for St. Bernard's Eating Disorders Program and the ASU Student Health Center as well. Special interests of mine include women's health, diabetes care, adolescent health/eating disorders and ADHD.
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A 21-year-old female asked:
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Family Medicine 25 years experience
Fungal infection: Fungal infections often develop in dark moist areas of the body such as the groin area and under the arms and breasts. He can try an over the counter ... Read More
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Yes: Pet dander or the allergy-inducing components of pet skin and hair can stick to a pet owner's clothing and cause allergic reactions when pet-allergic ... Read More
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A 29-year-old male asked:
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Yes: Sperm can live for approximately 48 hours and eggs remain fertile for about 72 hours, so if the two meet during that time, you can definitely become p... Read More
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Natural response: Shivering and goosebumps are two of the body's natural mechanisms for elevating temperature or causing fever. As long as the fever isn't excessive (a... Read More
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Meditation: Relaxation exercises helps the body prepare for sleep but many people can still fall asleep during periods of stress without difficulty.
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Probably not: If you have been coughing up colored mucus for 2 weeks and over the counter remedies aren't working, it's time to be checked out by a doctor for a pos... Read More
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Call your doctor: It depends on your wife's pregnancy history and how far away you are from the hospital but she has the symptoms of labor. Please call your obstetricia... Read More
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A 51-year-old female asked:
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See a doctor: Thyroid disease can be inherited and difficulty swallowing along with a lump in your neck or pain can definitely be signs of a problem with your thyro... Read More
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Headache: Symptoms of a brain aneurysm include severe headache, neck stiffness, confusion, altered vision, and light sensitivity. If you have any of these sympt... Read More
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Go to the ER: If you have a history of an abnormal heartbeat and are now having sweating and passing out spells, you need to be evaluated by a heart specialist imme... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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No: There are several types of infections that can cause vaginal sores as well as just irritation from excess moisture or wearing chafing clothing. You sh... Read More
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A 19-year-old member asked:
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It depends: The Depo-Provera shot can decrease or stop periods. Occasionally you may have spotting for several months after you start the Depo-Provera shot. Endom... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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See a doctor : Fever and blistering rash are worrisome signs and should be checked by a physician immediately.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Antibiotics: Meningitis is a serious life-threatening illness which usually requires hospitalization and close monitoring. Bacterial meningitis is treated with IV ... Read More
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No: Inserting a NuvaRing while pregnant would not induce miscarriage because it is placed in the vagina.
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A 47-year-old member asked:
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No: Diazepam helps some people fall asleep but not all and the medication interferes with your natural sleep cycle. It is healthier to use other methods t... Read More
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No: You just have to take your sleep apnea machine with you on your trip. You should be able to pack it in your checked baggage without difficulty but a n... Read More
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A 21-year-old female asked:
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Yes: Your pelvic organs have increased blood flow during pregnancy and the extra swelling can cause the sensation of pressure that you notice.
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Varicocoele: An enlarged blood vessel or varicose vein in the scrotum is called a varicocoele and is usually harmless unless it becomes inflamed and painful, at wh... Read More
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A 19-year-old member asked:
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You can't: There isn't medication to make your eyes look whiter although eye drops temporarily shrink blood vessels in the white part of your eye & make them loo... Read More
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A 27-year-old member asked:
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Elimite (permethrin): Scabies are a very small insect that burrow under the skin of an infected person and cause intense itching and a red rash, particularly on the hands, ... Read More
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Depends: Depends on how long you have had symptoms. If this has been a problem for just a few days, try cutting back on caffeine, setting a regular bedtime sch... Read More
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Bacterial infection: Inflamed gums, or gingivitis, can increase the risk of heart disease and heart attacks. Flossing daily and keeping regular dental checkups can decreas... Read More
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Could be: Many antibiotics can decrease the effect of birth control pills. If you are sexually active and your period is late, it is time to see your doctor for... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Agree: Vaginal dryness can also be contributing to the problem. Be sure and use adequate lubrication before intercourse and discuss hormone replacement if yo... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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No: You will not become "addicted" to your glasses if you wear them all the time. If you are near-sighted enough to need glasses, it is best to wear them ... Read More
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Severe, stabbing: Classic symptoms of gallbladder pain are sharp, intermittent pain in the right upper portion of your abdomen in the area of your liver which get worse... Read More
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A 37-year-old female asked:
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Yes: Coconut water can be a laxative, which is good if you have constipation, or not so good if you drink too much.
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Not likely: Lactose intolerance and eczema are not known to be connected, but a true milk allergy could cause a skin rash. Avoiding dairy products for a couple we... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Fungal infection: Fungal infections often develop in dark moist areas of the body such as the groin area and under the arms and breasts. He can try an over the counter ... Read More
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See your doctor: Blood in your stool is a medical symptom that should be taken seriously and be evaluated by a physician immediately, especially when accompanied by pa... Read More
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Yes: One or both eyes can be crossed.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Need clarification: If you have been diagnosed with vitamin d deficiency then this would be safe. However, megadoses of vitamin d without frequent lab monitoring in other... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Probably normal: Sometimes periods can last several days and be heavier or lighter than usual. If you develop severe abdominal pain, yellow or green vaginal discharge,... Read More
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A 47-year-old member asked:
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Comfort care: Old-fashioned but effective remedies include warm soaks, massage, plenty of stretches following the event or perhaps a yoga class the next day. Over t... Read More
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Nerve damage: Shingles is an infection of nerve roots coming from the spinal cord and the nerve inflammation can be very painful.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Not in moderation: Low fat cheese is part of a healthy diet and can decrease the risk of osteoporosis, stroke and high blood pressure as well as migraines. Cheese can be... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Yes: Paroxetine and diazepam are two different types of medications used to treat anxiety. Diazepam is typically only used on a short-term basis, as it can... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Depends on location: In many parts of the country, internal medicine physicians are in short supply and it can take longer to get an appointment with an internist than wit... Read More
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Normal: It is common for one eye to "wander" or cross a bit when a child is tired or just waking up. Have a checkup done just to make sure that the crossed ey... Read More
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Ear protection: Most hearing loss can be prevented by hearing ear plugs when exposed to loud noises or keeping the volume down while listening to music while wearing ... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Pain relievers: Try a heating pad, tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin at the doses recommended on the label and back stretching exercises, yoga or a massage. See a phy... Read More
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It depends: As long as you have a regular sleep routine and sleep at least 6 hours per day, it's probably ok to receive the main portion of your sleep during the ... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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No: You are exposed to enough semen during unprotected sex to cause pregnancy whether you physically remove the ejaculate from your body or not.
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Flu-like symptoms: Anthrax causes fever, chills, body aches, swelling, and blackened skin ulcers at the area of exposure.
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No: Sunlight exposure provides vitamin d, not Fluoride and babies can easily burn if exposed to sunlight without protective clothing and sunscreen.
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A few days: Depending on how long ago you delivered your baby, you can usually re-start breastfeeding within a week or two without difficulty but sometimes women ... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Many: When you don't get enough sleep, your body produces more stress hormones and isn't able to fight off illness as well as you do when you are rested. In... Read More
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Family Medicine 25 years experience
Yes: If your toe hurts when you move it for more than a couple of weeks following an injury, it's time to come see your doctor for an examination and foot ... Read More
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See a doctor: Abdominal pain, bloating and cramping for 2 weeks could be a sign of a serious medical condition and needs to be evaluated by a physician. If you are ... Read More
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Feb 9, 2015
I use Jamaica black castor oil on my scalp and it paining bad and it made me sick
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Buxton is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Buxton is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thanks. I took it the first month BC I wasn't getting my period, got my period the first month but on second month almost third and haven't gotten it
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I used proactive but I haven't been bc I'm out. My red itchy dry face drives me nuts. A few people had meantioned a yeast infection.??
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! I have been obese for over a yr and have started losing about 1# a wk for the last month
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, TN
Graduated 1998MD
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St Bernards Medical Center
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