Francisco Lopez Godoy
Family Practitioner
1900 Blalock Rd Suite M Houston TX, 77080About
Dr. Francisco Lopez Godoy is a family practitioner practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Lopez Godoy specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Lopez Godoy possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty. He has a special interest in minor surgical procedures, aesthetic procedures and hormone replacement therapy.
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American Board of Family Medicine
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When should I worry about a mole?
A mole is concerning when it is growing rapidly, when it has irregular shape or it has irregular coloration, this is a part of the mole is darker, it also could be concerning if it itches or bleeds or if it is painful. READ MORE
How can I stop the pain when I pee?
It is very important to find the source of your pain and treat it. A simple urine analysis would be the first step. I would recommend you to see a physician as soon as possible, and in the meantime, you can try over-the-counter medication as needed for pain. READ MORE
How is IBD diagnosed?
Ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn's disease are chronic inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) distinguished by inflammation, diagnosis include imaging, blood tests and procedures, as there is no one test that can diagnose ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease. To get a diagnosis, it is important to consult a doctor, such as a gastroenterologist or another physician who specializes in Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, one important step in this process is the endoscopy a procedure that permits direct evaluation of the mucosa of the intestine, it also will allow to take samples of tissue of the intestinal wall that are of great value to make a diagnosis. READ MORE
What can constipation be a sign of?
Constipation can be a sign of malfunction of your colon or a manifestation of other systemic disease. I invite you to make an appointment with your family physician to investigate the cause and then the treatment of your constipation. Also, you may need to see a specialist depending on the gravity of the situation. READ MORE
Can blood in urine go away on its own?
Blood in urine can be the result of heavy aerobic exercise, sexual intercourse and masturbation also may be a sign of kidney or bladder diseases, it needs to be evaluated by your primary care doctor and if it is necessary you may need to be seen by a urologist. READ MORE
What should you eat if you are anemic?
It depends what kind of anemia you have been diagnosed with, the most common cause of anemia in a 23 yo female like you is microcytic anemia this is anemia due to lack of iron, green vegetables like green beans, broccoli, spinach are rich in iron and folic acid and recommended when you are anemic. READ MORE
What fruits can you eat with Crohn's disease?
Low-fiber fruits: bananas, cantaloupe, honeydew melon are recommended. Also, you can consume cooked fruits. Each patient is different and you have to identify what kind of food trigger your Crohn’s disease symptoms, please follow up with your doctor and your gastroenterologist for further information. READ MORE
How can I manage my back pain?
Managing chronic back pain is a complex task, each patient deserves individualized health care. Please visit your primary care physician for further questions and medical care. READ MORE
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