Dr. Michelle Gordon

General Surgery 23 years experience

A surgeon: Who specializes in breast diseases preferably. Go see your primary doctor for a referral.

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A 66-year-old male asked:

Spill on my mountain bike. upper right arm was next to my side rib cage. i have pain under right breast & shoulder blade. no bruising.?

General Surgery 23 years experience

Sprain: It sounds like a sprain. Be sure to practice range of motion, and see your doctor if the pain intensifies, especially after more than 3 days.

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A 29-year-old member asked:

How is osteopathy different from naturopathy?

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Very: Osteopathy is traditional medicine with physical body manipulation taught as well. Naturopathy is a completely different field that uses herbal "remed... Read More

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A 41-year-old member asked:

Can herbs help with depression and anxiety?

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Sometimes: Studies have proven that herbal remedies can be as effective (or more) as prescription anti-depressants. Nothing taken by mouth really helps much. ... Read More

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A 44-year-old member asked:

What could cause a really sharp pain in my spine?

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Depends: On the type of pain and its location. Much more information would be required here.

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A 39-year-old member asked:

Can inguinal hernia repair nerve damage?

General Surgery 23 years experience

Yes: One of the risk of inguinal hernia repair is nerve damage, primarily the nerve that gives feeling to the scrotum/vulva on the side of the operation.

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A 39-year-old female asked:

Could arthritis in the throastic spine feel like back is aching on middle right side?

General Surgery 23 years experience

Yes: Arthritis pain can be anywhere and can refer to many places. See your doctor. Physical therapy may help you.

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A 18-year-old male asked:

What is the recovery for an open inguinal hernia repair?

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Variable: Usually, it's uneventful, but it really depends on the individual. In general, i tell my patients they will have significant pain for the first 3 days... Read More

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A 38-year-old member asked:

I'm just wondering, if you went to a osteopath would they use herbal medicines as part of their treatment?

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Maybe: It depends on the specialty of the physican and her/his specific practice when it comes to herbal remedies.

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A 57-year-old member asked:

Where are some of the very most reputable integrative medicine programs in the u.s., particularly if cancer is not the problem?

General Surgery 23 years experience

Arizona: The arizona center for integrative medicine is by far the most comprehensive program. An integrative medicine clinic was just opened in phoenix. Look ... Read More

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A 37-year-old male asked:

I had right inguinal hernia repair three years ago. is there any chance of recurrence. what activities should i avoid.

General Surgery 23 years experience

A chance: There is a chance of recurrence depending on the experience of your surgeon. I give my post-op hernia patients no restrictions, especially 3 years la... Read More

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A 30-year-old member asked:

How can i treat headaches?

General Surgery 23 years experience

Depends: On what type of headache. There are many many types and treatments.

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A 43-year-old member asked:

Can osteopaths treat baldness?

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Yes: But it may not make your hair grow back. Some hair loss may be caused by immune system issues and osteopathic manipulation may help this. An osteop... Read More

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A 18-year-old male asked:

I had hydrocele and hernia repair surgery last friday. i've had no pain except normal soreness, but there is still a bulge in my groin. is this normal?

General Surgery 23 years experience

Probably: As tissue heals, it can become swollen and hard for up to 6 weeks post-operatively. Give it time. Make sure you keep your post-operative appointment.

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A 40-year-old female asked:

I have problem with my back pain especially at my shoulder and it will effect me with dizziness. what type of medication should i take. tq.?

General Surgery 23 years experience

None: It sounds like a neck issue. Seek treatment from a good D.O.

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A 18-year-old male asked:

What medication is prescribed after an inguinal hernia repair? please give me some examples

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It depends...: For inguinal hernia repair, i usually prescribe Motrin and percocet. An ice pack can also help with post-operative pain. Discuss with your surgeon.

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A 42-year-old member asked:

Anyone know what is a osteopath, what consists the osteopathy session?

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It depends: Osteopaths are physicians who went to american medical school. We are in every specially of medicine, so your visit depends on your ailment. Some oste... Read More

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A 22-year-old female asked:

I see people popping their necks... i have never popped my neck like them. is it safe to pop the neck? if so how can i do so safely?

General Surgery 23 years experience

Probably: It's probably safe, but unnecessary. Some say it can lead to arthritis. I know of no studies that support this. If you want your neck cracked, go ... Read More

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A 33-year-old female asked:

I have moderate arthritis in my neck, dr said in ten years. i probably won't be able to move it.what can be done for this? in pain a lot my neck aches const

General Surgery 23 years experience

True: If you don't seek help. Regular physical therapy and manipulation by an osteopath may help to restore function to your neck. Seek treatment from a ... Read More

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A 30-year-old female asked:

I haven't felt well the last few days. i now have very bad diarrhea. its yellow and burn badly. i have hemmoriods and can barely stand to go. hurts?

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Seek help: Given your symptoms, i recommend you see a doctor or go to the nearest er.

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A 42-year-old member asked:

Can pain in right upper abdomen be caused by acute cholecystitis?

General Surgery 23 years experience

Yes: Cholecystitis usually causes right upper quadrant pain, but not all right upper quadrant pain is caused by cholecystitis. Make sure you see your pmd ... Read More

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A 24-year-old male asked:

Had a inguinal hernia surgery done a year and a half ago. recently started to have sharp pains like i did before the surgery.should i be concerned?

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See a doctor: Most of the time, pain after inguinal hernia repair is because of stitches used during the operation. See your surgeon or your primary medical doctor ... Read More

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A 36-year-old member asked:

Hoping you can tell me, is osteopath better than a chiropractor?

General Surgery 23 years experience

Yes: I think so but i'm biased. Osteopaths are fully trained medical physicians.

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A 41-year-old member asked:

Do you have to stay overnight in the hospital when you have a laparoscopic gallbladder removal?

General Surgery 23 years experience

No : If you have a planned gallbladder removal, you shouldn't have to stay in the hospital overnight. If its an emergency, you may need to stay.

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A 45-year-old member asked:

Where can a cavity spread to?

General Surgery 23 years experience

Jaw: A cavity, left untreated, can spread to your jawbone, blood stream, spine, and/or your brain. Don't leave a cavity untreated!

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A 24-year-old male asked:

I had ing hernia surgery 2.5 months ago but still have little pain near scrotum veins specially when i sit on chair combining my legs. is it normal?

General Surgery 23 years experience

Probably : Depending on how your operation was performed, you may have persistent pain. Tacks from a laparoscopically performed operation can cause some pain in ... Read More

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A 26-year-old male asked:

What kind of doctor do i see for hemorrhoids bleeding in stool? i have taken cream medication that is rub on my anus but i think i require surgery

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General Surgeon: Any general surgeon should be able to deal with simple bleeding hemorrhoids. For more advanced treatment, see a colorectal surgeon. There are many goo... Read More

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A 18-year-old male asked:

Why is an open inguinal hernia repair better than a laparoscopic hernia repair?

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It may not be...: Inguinal hernia repair is technically challenging, open or laparoscopic. The laparoscopic repair is relatively new and not all surgeons are comfortabl... Read More

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A 35-year-old member asked:

How does an osteopath help in sciatica?

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Manipulation : An osteopath can manipulate the tissue/joints to help with sciatica. You may also be taught done stretches that will help.

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A member asked:

My mom is 50 and has been having gallnbladder pain for over a week. she cannot eat anything without intense pain and vomitting. she is now slightly delirious but does not believe she should go to er tonight. i need serious advise?

General Surgery 23 years experience

ER: To make sure she is not having a life-threatening infection.

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A 24-year-old female asked:

When breathing deeply(yawning, sneezing, etc.)i feel sharp upper left back pain, also with sudden movements. plus joint pains. what to do &what is it?

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Student Back: If you sit during the day, certain muscles become tight and can cause these symptoms. There are also more serious things like gallbladder disease tha... Read More

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A 45-year-old female asked:

What can be done to manage chronic abdominal nerve pain besides pain meds? can you get off pain meds in one month?

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Hypnosis: Hypnosis, accupuncture, and other alternative treatments have been proven effective in refractory pain. People anecdotally are able to completely stop... Read More

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A 21-year-old female asked:

Is it safe to use a heating pad for back pain during pregnancy ?

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Yes: A heating pad applied to the back should not have any effect on the fetus.

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A 23-year-old female asked:

How can i tell if i have siatica or something different?

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It's hard: Sciatica typically starts in the buttock and travels down the leg. We a doctor for diagnosis.

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A 26-year-old female asked:

For the past fyew years iv been gettin problems with my right shoulder the muscle feels tight and clicks and grinds all the time n burns its constant pain n it travelles to my neck?

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See your doctor: This is a chronic somatic complaint. You need a thorough work up, including possibly x-rays to address this problem. See your doctor soon!

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A 29-year-old member asked:

Is there a good reason to buy mouthwash?

General Surgery 23 years experience

Yes: Some help decrease plaque and bacteria. There is no substitute for brushing. Mom was right!

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A member asked:

What can cause shooting dull pain on top of head?

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Many things: Neck problems, cranial dysfunction, and migraine headache are all possibilities. See a doctor for diagnosis and treatment. A competent D.O. Ma... Read More

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A 67-year-old female asked:

Is it normal to have very loose bowels a year after having my gall bladder removed?

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Maybe: Some people have loose stools especially when eating fatty foods after gallbladder removal. This may be temporary or permanent. Best practice would be... Read More

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A 36-year-old female asked:

How should a 5 day post-op laparotomy look?

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More information pls: Was the wound closed primarily? Are there staples? Is there drainage from the wound? Is it red? Do you have fever? These are the main things i look f... Read More

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A 28-year-old male asked:

What is the definition or description of: inguinal hernia repair?

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Inguinal hernia: The repair if a defect in the inguinal canal this is usually performed with mesh. It can be done open or laparoscopic.

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A 25-year-old member asked:

What should i do if i need to take pain pills after a painful tooth operation but am 2 months clean?

General Surgery 23 years experience

No: Ask for a non-narcotic pain reliever like ultram (tramadol) and use motrin.

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A 28-year-old male asked:

Can excessive coughing/sneezing the days immediately following lapro inguinal hernia repair mess up the results? severe pain in right lower abdomen.

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Yes, but rare: The most intra-abdominal pressure occurs when you cough and sneeze. Theoretically, the mesh can migrate after the operation if you have a lot of cough... Read More

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A 33-year-old female asked:

What causes ur spine to curve big time like a complete s?i had a fall n hit my head nd back n received a concussion.also have a lot of pain, neck ect.

General Surgery 23 years experience

Congenital: Scoliosis (curvature of the spine) usually is something you're born with. Osteopathic manipulation can help with the pain.

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A 25-year-old female asked:

Why do most pcp mds not incorporate integrative medicine into their practice?

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Not widely accepted: Traditional medical education does not include integrative or holistic medicine in its curriculum. There are some exceptions to this: for those who ch... Read More

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A 43-year-old member asked:

What could cause strange pain on the lilac crest?

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Lots: This is a common site of referred pain. Without more information, it is hard to answer. Common things include trauma, back/disc issues, fascial tightn... Read More

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A 19-year-old female asked:

When lifting a backpack a sharp pain went through my left higher than low back. it has lasted all day and is not getting any better. what to do?

General Surgery 23 years experience

Rest: It sounds like you have a strain. Lighten up your backpack, and lift with both hands if you must use it. If you can, stop using it for a few days.... Read More

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A member asked:

38 weeks pregnant and have low back pain with no signs of kidney issue. dr. stumped. comes in waves like renal colic and comes with full bladder. ?

General Surgery 23 years experience

Nerve Overload: It sounds like you may have nerve overload that is brought on by the urge to urinate. Changing position can sometimes help this. Resetting aut... Read More

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A 33-year-old male asked:

What effect can chiropractic care have on your body? positive or negative? thanks!

General Surgery 23 years experience

Could be either: Chiropractic is generally safe treatment for minor body complaints. You may be prescribed some stretching to help with the treatment. It is not widely... Read More

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