Question 1

i have bad muscle ache since 2weeks now. started in calf both my legs then also my thighs.i put cold, hot foment..took cataflam, muscle relaxants but pain returns again.no redness or swelling.it hurts more on moving, walking. what can cause this?

Accepted Answer

LEG PAIN: You may have phlebitis (blood clots in your veins).  These can be sore and tender to the touch, persist for days or weeks, and spread into your thighs.  Best to be examined by a doctor.

Question 2

what to do to cure sore throat from red wine?

Accepted Answer

New term to me: Red wine has been touted as a healthy thing in recent years. It had been reported to lower tooth decay decrease sore throats and lower cardiac risks.   If you are having an irritated throat immediately after drinking red wine, this might be an allergy.   The cure might be avoiding red wind.

Question 3

food/alcohol concern last sunday i made homemade sangria w/ fruit and red wine for the superbowl ive been drinking on it everyday last week now im noticing tummy aches and bloating could the sangria be the reason? i read its not good after 5days?

Accepted Answer

: Yes. Good idea to stop it. Hope your team won

Question 4

after i drink several glasses of red wine, my right  calf swells up, my leg aches, and i get an itchy rash behind my knee. whats going on?

Accepted Answer

Reaction to sulfites: Is possible.  Sometimes, more expensive red wines can contain sulfites.  I don't know why your left calf will be spared though.  Stick with cheap white wine.

Question 5

are sore testicles, red and itchy penis, muscle ache but no blisters or sores on penis be signs of genital herpes?

Accepted Answer

No: No  it is not suggestive of herpes simplex.

Question 6

i have red bumps on my hands and feet. i also had a fever and muscle ache on thursday and the bumps started on friday along with a sore throat. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Hand,foot and mouth: This is characteristic of hand, foot and mouth viral disease which, in adults, resolves within a week or so. Take Tylenol, drink adequate fluids, gargle with warm salt water or suck on lozenges..  You can take antihistamine medications if itching becomes a problem. If you have further concerns, consult your physician for evaluation and advice.

Question 7

if you have maligant hyperthermia , do you get muscle aches in the shoulder(s)?

Accepted Answer

If: You had malignant hyperthermia you would not be writing this as you would be fighting for your life. Patients with mh are critical and it is fatal without prompt medical attention. It can only happen with exposure to succinylcholine or a vapor gas anesthetic. Nothing else. Succinylcholine is well known to cause muscle aches however after its use and are short lived and not life threatening.

Question 8

tired of having muscle aches all over. suggestions?

Accepted Answer

See rheumatologist!: You could have fibromyalgia or a more geralized arthritis.  See a rheumatolgist!

Question 9

what's the best way to treat muscle aches from flu?

Accepted Answer

: Muscle aches from the flu or miss treated with hydration with water and symptomatic care with acetaminophen /Tylenol

Question 10

what is the best way to treat muscle aches from flu?

Accepted Answer

: If you are not allergic you can try Tylenol and /or ibuprofen as directed on the label.  f/u/ w/ MD

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I have bad muscle ache since 2weeks now. started in calf both my legs then also my thighs.i put cold, hot foment..took cataflam, muscle relaxants but pain returns again.no redness or swelling.it hurts more on moving, walking. what can cause this?

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What to do to cure sore throat from red wine?

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Food/alcohol concern last sunday i made homemade sangria w/ fruit and red wine for the superbowl ive been drinking on it everyday last week now im noticing tummy aches and bloating could the sangria be the reason? i read its not good after 5days?

A member asked:

After i drink several glasses of red wine, my right calf swells up, my leg aches, and i get an itchy rash behind my knee. whats going on?

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Are sore testicles, red and itchy penis, muscle ache but no blisters or sores on penis be signs of genital herpes?

A member asked:

I have red bumps on my hands and feet. i also had a fever and muscle ache on thursday and the bumps started on friday along with a sore throat. should i be worried?

A member asked:

If you have maligant hyperthermia , do you get muscle aches in the shoulder(s)?

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Tired of having muscle aches all over. suggestions?

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What's the best way to treat muscle aches from flu?

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What is the best way to treat muscle aches from flu?

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