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Dr. Eduardo Flores, MD

Internist

Dr. Eduardo Flores is an internist practicing in Riverdale, MD. Dr. Flores specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Flores provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
60 years Experience
Dr. Eduardo Flores, MD
  • Riverdale, MD
  • Univ Central Del Ecuador, Esc De Med, Fac De Cien Med, Quito, Ecuador
  • Accepting new patients

How conclusive is an HIV rapid test?

Inconclusive. You need to have HIV reflex with RNA titer.

What could be the issue and how best can I resolve the issue?

If no cough, no fever, or any other problems, most likely muscle strain. Take tylenol or ibuprofen if needed. Applying heating pads will help. Look for no blistery rash on chest. READ MORE
If no cough, no fever, or any other problems, most likely muscle strain. Take tylenol or ibuprofen if needed. Applying heating pads will help. Look for no blistery rash on chest. Be sure it's not neuralgic pain from shingles.

What tests does a neurologist do for headaches?

Physical exam, electroencephalogram, doppler. Might need a CT or MRI of the brain.

Quit smoking cold turkey?

Stop smoking anyway, nicotine patches, gums, etc., prescribed or otc will help with the cold turkey way. You will be facing withdrawal alone.

HIV infection?

Not to worry. Labs are very acceptable.

I have extreme gas - very smelly?

Most likely, if you feel okay, advise decreasing starchy food. If milk intolerance, use lactase otc. Probiotic yogurt might help. I assume you had an otherwise normal physical READ MORE
Most likely, if you feel okay, advise decreasing starchy food. If milk intolerance, use lactase otc. Probiotic yogurt might help. I assume you had an otherwise normal physical exam with your doctor.

What is this abscess?

Usually will resolve itself. if persists, need antibiotics and surgery if not resolved.