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Dr. Kent Matsuda is an internist practicing in Santa Rosa, CA. Dr. Matsuda 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. Matsuda 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.
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Dr. Kent Matsuda, M.D.
- Santa Rosa, CA
- University of California, Davis
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Does post-stroke nerve pain go away?
If the nerve pain is a result of your friend's stroke, then there may only be a limited improvement over time. However, there are medications available that may help for this. READ MORE
If the nerve pain is a result of your friend's stroke, then there may only be a limited improvement over time. However, there are medications available that may help for this. His physician should be able to help find something that may help with the pain.
CT scans?
Not necessarily. The best x-ray test for looking for bladder tumors would be an ultrasound test of the bladder. Looking into the bladder (cystoscopy) is the best procedure to READ MORE
Not necessarily. The best x-ray test for looking for bladder tumors would be an ultrasound test of the bladder. Looking into the bladder (cystoscopy) is the best procedure to have in looking for bladder tumors. A CT scan may not be able to pick up bladder tumors. Despite the fact that some patients believe that CT scans and MRIs are higher tech tests that should be able to detect anything, there are some conditions that they do not pick up well. You need to confer with your doctor regarding the best x-ray tests to detect any special conditions, like bladder tumors.
Neck lump question?
For the most part, your blood tests look reassuring. Going to the emergency room will get you seen by the emergency room doctor. They may find something in your mouth or ear READ MORE
For the most part, your blood tests look reassuring. Going to the emergency room will get you seen by the emergency room doctor. They may find something in your mouth or ear that may account for the lump you are feeling. The emergency room doctor would still need to refer you to an ENT, but you might be able to get in before a month. The other option is to contact your primary care doctor and see if they can talk to the ENT office about getting you in earlier. This may require a visit to your primary care doctor.
Can radiotherapy cause tiredness?
Depending on the length of your treatment period, it is possible for radiotherapy to cause fatigue. This may happen as early as one week into the treatment. The fatigue should READ MORE
Depending on the length of your treatment period, it is possible for radiotherapy to cause fatigue. This may happen as early as one week into the treatment. The fatigue should go away after the treatments are completed.
Should I go to the ER?
If this has been going on since early May, you may want to make an appointment with your primary care provider. If the pain is unbearable, then you should go to the emergency READ MORE
If this has been going on since early May, you may want to make an appointment with your primary care provider. If the pain is unbearable, then you should go to the emergency room. The location of the pain, type of pain, and how long it lasts can help determine the cause. Many times, arm pain can have a musculoskeletal origin, but you will need to be evaluated to determine why you have this.
How long does it take to recover from general anesthesia?
Under ordinary circumstances, with normal kidney and liver function, it should not take longer than a day.
Cancerous? Or something else?
A musculoskeletal condition is the most likely cause of the problem, but to address your concerns about cancer, you would need a chest x-ray at a minimum. Something like a CT READ MORE
A musculoskeletal condition is the most likely cause of the problem, but to address your concerns about cancer, you would need a chest x-ray at a minimum. Something like a CT scan may be necessary if the chest x-ray is abnormal. A shoulder x-ray may also be necessary. Esophageal cancer is lower on the list of possibilities. Costochondritis is still a possibility.
Does appendix surgery leave a scar?
Due to the depth of the incision, you should expect to see a scar when your wound is finally healed. The size and number of scars wi11 be determined by the method chosen for the READ MORE
Due to the depth of the incision, you should expect to see a scar when your wound is finally healed. The size and number of scars wi11 be determined by the method chosen for the surgery.
How long is recovery after prostate removal?
This depends on the method used for the removal. With the traditional operation, the recovery can be one to two months. The laser or radiation procedure recovery time can be READ MORE
This depends on the method used for the removal. With the traditional operation, the recovery can be one to two months. The laser or radiation procedure recovery time can be less.
What foods should I avoid after radiotherapy?
There are not too many foods you need to avoid after radiation therapy. It really depends on where the radiation was directed to. For example, you may not want to drink a lot READ MORE
There are not too many foods you need to avoid after radiation therapy. It really depends on where the radiation was directed to. For example, you may not want to drink a lot of liquids immediately after radiation to the pelvic region. You may not want to eat a lot immediately after radiation to the abdomen.
Why is my crown thinning at 28 years old?
Having male pattern baldness at an early age is not unheard of. You may want to see your primary care physician and see if there are any blood tests they may recommend. There READ MORE
Having male pattern baldness at an early age is not unheard of. You may want to see your primary care physician and see if there are any blood tests they may recommend. There are treatments for this if no other medical cause is found. Some can be fairly expensive.
How long after coronary artery bypass surgery can I drive?
This really depends on your physical condition prior to the surgery. For people who are in good physical condition, it may be a month before you can drive. If your physical condition READ MORE
This really depends on your physical condition prior to the surgery. For people who are in good physical condition, it may be a month before you can drive. If your physical condition is not ideal, it may be many months before you can resume driving.
Kidney issue?
Standard practice for investigating the cause of blood in the urine includes blood, urine, and radiology tests. A urologist will also need to look into your bladder. That last READ MORE
Standard practice for investigating the cause of blood in the urine includes blood, urine, and radiology tests. A urologist will also need to look into your bladder. That last test is probably the most difficult test to have done. A CT scan would help to finish your investigation as to why you had blood in your urine. This is a good way to may sure you do not have tumors in your urinary system. You may need to have an additional blood test done prior to the CT scan to make sure your kidneys can handle the injected dye, if that will be needed during the CT scan. I think having the CT scan would be a wise decision.
Could I have contracted the HIV virus from this patient?
Contracting HIV in this manner is possible, but if you do not see any wounds on your hands (and if that is the only part of your body that came into contact with the infected blood), READ MORE
Contracting HIV in this manner is possible, but if you do not see any wounds on your hands (and if that is the only part of your body that came into contact with the infected blood), then the risk may be small. There is a medical regimen for people to take immediately after exposure that helps to prevent getting HIV. Otherwise, if you feel well for the next month, the likelihood of getting HIV should be low. If you start to have fevers, a sore throat, bad headaches, and/or fatigue, you should get tested. If you get tested before a month has passed, you may be testing yourself too soon.
How long is recovery after laser kidney stone removal?
Recovery time depends on your age and other medical problems that you have. It also depends on whether or not a stent is placed in your tube that connects the kidney to the bladder READ MORE
Recovery time depends on your age and other medical problems that you have. It also depends on whether or not a stent is placed in your tube that connects the kidney to the bladder after the procedure is done. For the most part, it should only take a few days to recover from this procedure. The better the shape you are in prior to the procedure, the shorter the recovery period will be.
What condition do I have?
You need to have some blood tests done. Some of the most common causes of swelling involve heart, liver, or kidney problems. You also have to look at the medications you take. READ MORE
You need to have some blood tests done. Some of the most common causes of swelling involve heart, liver, or kidney problems. You also have to look at the medications you take. Ibuprofen can affect your kidneys and Tylenol can affect your liver. If you are taking Ibuprofen and Tylenol for pain, you may have taken too much. You need to see your doctor or go to the emergency room. You may need to be hospitalized.
What's wrong with me?
It sounds like you may have juvenile idiopathic arthritis. However, the best course of action is to continue to work with your rheumatologist about your condition. Autoimmune READ MORE
It sounds like you may have juvenile idiopathic arthritis. However, the best course of action is to continue to work with your rheumatologist about your condition. Autoimmune illnesses can be difficult to diagnose and manage. Your rheumatologist has probably run all the appropriate tests for you and it can be very frustrating when a definite diagnosis cannot be made. But, that does not mean that treatments are not available to try. If your rheumatologist is not able to provide any additional assistance, you may need to be referred to a university medical center and see a rheumatologist there.
Can hospice care be done at home?
Absolutely. It is not uncommon to receive hospice services in the home. Most insurances cover this benefit.
What are the disadvantages of the laser kidney stone removal procedure?
When kidney stones are pulverized using a laser, the remnants of the stone still need to leave the body. It is possible that a remnant will cause pain as it moves from the kidney READ MORE
When kidney stones are pulverized using a laser, the remnants of the stone still need to leave the body. It is possible that a remnant will cause pain as it moves from the kidney to the bladder. A remnant may also get stuck as it moves from the kidney to the bladder. Unfortunately, just because you get rid of the kidney stones you currently have, there is no guarantee that you will not form more in the future.
What medications help heart palpitations?
It is best to avoid caffeine or high-energy drinks if you have palpitations. The most effective medications for palpitations are prescription medications. You need to see your READ MORE
It is best to avoid caffeine or high-energy drinks if you have palpitations. The most effective medications for palpitations are prescription medications. You need to see your primary care physician to discuss this. You may need to have some testing done.
