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Dr. Leigh Young, MD

Internist

Dr. Leigh Young is an internist practicing in Bristol, VA. Dr. Young 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. Young 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.
Dr. Leigh Young, MD
  • East Tenessee State
  • Accepting new patients

I have belly pain?

It is very difficult to help you with the cramping until a diagnosis for your cramping is determined. The enlarged tonsils are most likely not related to your cramping. The diagnosis READ MORE
It is very difficult to help you with the cramping until a diagnosis for your cramping is determined. The enlarged tonsils are most likely not related to your cramping. The diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) also is not likely related to your abdominal cramping. There are so many reasons for abdominal cramping that you need to spend time with a physician who can perform a complete history followed by a physical examination, which will help determine the reason for your abdominal cramping

Testicle removal?

That’s quite a question. Why do you need your testicle removed? Your testicles are the only organs which make testosterone. This is an important hormone. It can be given artificially READ MORE
That’s quite a question. Why do you need your testicle removed? Your testicles are the only organs which make testosterone. This is an important hormone. It can be given artificially but that can be expensive and fraught with problems. Without testosterone you will lose muscle mass and can also develop chronic fatigue. Of course also with no testosterone you will not be able to achieve an erection without help.

What does spleen: no splenomegaly mean?

This means that the organ your spleen is a normal size. This organ is responsible for multiple functions in the body - filtering old blood cells from your circulation and helping READ MORE
This means that the organ your spleen is a normal size. This organ is responsible for multiple functions in the body - filtering old blood cells from your circulation and helping to avoid infections by particular infections. Lots more about the spleen, but that’s good that it is not enlarged.