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Dr. Carlos Porter, M.D.

Family Practitioner | Adult Medicine

Dr. Carlos Porter M.D. is a top Family Practitioner in San Antonio, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Carlos Porter M.D. is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Carlos Porter M.D. is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Carlos Porter M.D. is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In San Antonio, Texas, Dr. Carlos Porter M.D. is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
31 years Experience
Dr. Carlos Porter, M.D.
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • Univ of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx
  • Accepting new patients

Weight loss not working?

Please see your physician, have labs done and ensure it is not something metabolic that is hindering your goals.

Cuts and scrapes?

You should be adequately covered as you should have been given a tetanus update around age 14-16. If you truly had a another one 3 years ago you should be more than adequately READ MORE
You should be adequately covered as you should have been given a tetanus update around age 14-16. If you truly had a another one 3 years ago you should be more than adequately covered. Please discuss with you primary care physician.

How can I improve my energy?

See your physician and have an evaluation with lab work. Look at thyroid, kidney function in particular. Start sleeping well 7-8 hours a night and begin a regular exercise program. READ MORE
See your physician and have an evaluation with lab work. Look at thyroid, kidney function in particular. Start sleeping well 7-8 hours a night and begin a regular exercise program.

Are Covid-19 Antigen Rapid Tests accurate?

Please look for the US government approval.

Wound doesn't heal?

Please have your primary care provider evaluate it.

Covid concerns?

Given your symptoms, you have COVID regardless of testing results. Please schedule a visit with your primary care physician as soon as possible. If symptoms worsen, seek immediate READ MORE
Given your symptoms, you have COVID regardless of testing results. Please schedule a visit with your primary care physician as soon as possible. If symptoms worsen, seek immediate care.

How do I know my thrush is healed?

Mycelex crouches work very well, 5 x a day for 7 days. The wafers are easy to use. More likely than not it is resolved as it was the result of the inhaled steroid component of READ MORE
Mycelex crouches work very well, 5 x a day for 7 days. The wafers are easy to use. More likely than not it is resolved as it was the result of the inhaled steroid component of the inhaler. This was actually an excellent approach to assist during a COVID infection.

Hole in stomach after missed shot of meth?

Seek emergency Medical attention!!!

Should I see a dr? Or what is going on?

You should see your primary care physician.

Drug screen?

You are self dosing and attempting to direct your prescription of a narcotic pain medication WITHOUT a medical license, trying to "game" the system! No physician should EVER prescribe READ MORE
You are self dosing and attempting to direct your prescription of a narcotic pain medication WITHOUT a medical license, trying to "game" the system! No physician should EVER prescribe this medication or any controlled medications to you ever again.

My Dr prescribed Triamcinolone to put on the inside of my mouth?

You should follow your physician's recommendations. If you do not feel comfortable with your physician, you should find one you do.

Can I have some help with the following?

Please see your physician as soon as possible. If this condition persists, please go to the nearest emergency room.

I have a staph infection and it itches bad can I put ice on it?

Yes. Please keep your followup with your physician to ensure the treatment plan is working.

What are the long term side effects of taking one Benadryl tablet every morning?

Probably not an issue. More likely than not you will develop a resistance and it simply will stop working. Please discuss options with you physician.

Diabetes?

Yes, I agree, you should see your physician as soon as possible. Hopefully you are still a candidate for oral medications. However your situation brings up a very important point, READ MORE
Yes, I agree, you should see your physician as soon as possible. Hopefully you are still a candidate for oral medications. However your situation brings up a very important point, not just for you but for everyone. Please review and select your insurance very carefully, typically people choose the least expensive and later blame their physician and/or expect their physician to supplement the patients insurance costs. The supplementation is typically in extra payroll and tax costs to the physician, costs that insurance for not cover. Given your situation, exercise, diet and more likely than not significant weight loss will markedly help your situation.

Is it gas or appendicitis?

Given your age, symptoms the chances are high within the first 24 hours. If you clinically improve it could have been gas but also a high possibility of a fecolith (hardened piece READ MORE
Given your age, symptoms the chances are high within the first 24 hours. If you clinically improve it could have been gas but also a high possibility of a fecolith (hardened piece of feces n the intestine), doubtful for diverticulitis. Please arrange an appointment with your primary care physician for a proper physical examination. Possibly a CT scan if clinically warranted. As always, if you rapidly worsen please seek emergency care. In good health.

Does pneumonia make your back hurt?

Pneumonia can certainly make your back hurt. Aside from potential muscle strain from coughing, there could be pleuritic pain (lung lining). Please keep close followup with your READ MORE
Pneumonia can certainly make your back hurt. Aside from potential muscle strain from coughing, there could be pleuritic pain (lung lining). Please keep close followup with your treating physician. Lastly, consider a follow up X-ray to document resolution of the infection.

SNRI and Weight Loss?

Yes you can. Please keep close followup with your Physican to not only monitor you but keep you accountable to your personal goals.

What is causing me to feel ill?

You definitely need a medical evaluation by your Physican. Hopefully this could be something simple as possibly a mild allergy. However an evaluation is warranted.

What are some unexpected sources of caffeine?

Please ask for a repeat test. Obviously a strict diet/food journal over a 2 week period will be helpful. If this all leads to your current starting point one should look elsewhere READ MORE
Please ask for a repeat test. Obviously a strict diet/food journal over a 2 week period will be helpful. If this all leads to your current starting point one should look elsewhere as the caffeine issue is probably less significant than initially thought.