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Jaime Rodriguez Quinquilla, M.D.

General Practitioner

Dr. Jaime Rodriguez Quinquilla is a General Physician, practicing in Vega Baja and San Juan, PR. Dr. Rodriguez Quinquilla practice minor surgical procedures including but not limited to biopsy and removal of warts, and performs house visits. There is no age limit in his practice from pediatrics to geriatrics and treats all kinds of medical conditions. 
15 years Experience
Jaime Rodriguez Quinquilla, M.D.
  • SAN JUAN, PR
  • UNIVERSIDAD IBEROAMERICANA
  • Accepting new patients

Chest pain and higher back pain.

Sounds like costochondritis due to trauma, bad posture, or just because your chest is malformed and due to this unfortunately you will be prone to Tietze syndrome.

Pain and Indentions

Muscle pains due to exertion, about the indentations first should do x-rays, but probably due to muscle contraction.

cold in teenager

Looks like cold sore blistering, but probably should do an std panel to confirm herpes simplex type 1 or 2, and also PCP or dermatologist for a lesion biopsy.

Pain in my side

Sounds like muscular pain, but an x-ray or ultrasound of the area to confirm any other condition. PCP visits to treat underlying conditions.

Swollen forehead

I think that is normal inflammation of the trauma, which should clear up with ice, PCP f/u if symptoms persist.

Do I need to go to the er for an allergic reaction to my pills

Yes, if short of breath please do it asap. if just body rash and itchiness take Benadryl q 6 hrs, if symptoms persist >72 hrs f/u with PCP to treat the underlying condition and READ MORE
Yes, if short of breath please do it asap. if just body rash and itchiness take Benadryl q 6 hrs, if symptoms persist >72 hrs f/u with PCP to treat the underlying condition and reevaluate current treatment.

Should I get medical help

Has any travel recently? if so, dengue is up on the differential, also have covid and influenza tests done, and consult with another PCP, unfortunately, i cannot suggest treatment READ MORE
Has any travel recently? if so, dengue is up on the differential, also have covid and influenza tests done, and consult with another PCP, unfortunately, i cannot suggest treatment other than over-the-counter meds like cold and flu syrup/pills of some pepto or nexium. clear fluids and blend foods until starting to tolerate solids. good luck

Decreased sensation in right thigh

Electromyogram to check for polyneuropathy if symptoms persist... pcp consult for further evaluation and treatment.

Unknown sickness

Pregnancy test done? routine lab screening? is early to say if pregnant or not. ultrasound to check for uterine pathology, PCP consult for further evaluation and treatment.

Should I take more medication for my pinworms

Wow Enterobius vermicularis, first you need to confirm if that's your problem, then treatment should follow. if your still itches then treatment probably didn't work. consult READ MORE
Wow Enterobius vermicularis, first you need to confirm if that's your problem, then treatment should follow. if your still itches then treatment probably didn't work. consult PCP asap.

Post vaccine reaction

Well medical data doe say that many patients do have some post vaccine complaints like "coming down with something" but symptoms should clear up within 72 hrs. if symptoms persist READ MORE
Well medical data doe say that many patients do have some post vaccine complaints like "coming down with something" but symptoms should clear up within 72 hrs. if symptoms persist or worsen PCP consult or er visit.

Do I have to avoid eating foods like ginger or garlic if I'm taking propranolol

Although propranolol does not treat the underlying cause of anxiety it does lower heart rate and blood pressure. some studies say ginger lowers heart rate and blood pressure, you READ MORE
Although propranolol does not treat the underlying cause of anxiety it does lower heart rate and blood pressure. some studies say ginger lowers heart rate and blood pressure, you should monitor both while ginger consumption, if your heart rate is less than 60 or blood pressure is less than 90/60 discontinue the medication or ginger consumption, and consult PCP for further evaluation or treatment.

I had a CT scan and I need an answer asap

Sounds like you need a biopsy of the cyst/mass to confirm any pathology, and blood work for markers of abdominal malignancies, unfortunately sometimes if the finding is small f/u READ MORE
Sounds like you need a biopsy of the cyst/mass to confirm any pathology, and blood work for markers of abdominal malignancies, unfortunately sometimes if the finding is small f/u in 3-6 months is warranted but that is up to them md or the interventional radiologist that will probably do the biopsy. best of luck

My right side of my abdomen is hurting

Probably indigestion, if symptoms persist for more than 72 hrs go to urgent care or ER for further evaluation and treatment.

Is it normal to pee a lot when pregnant?

Yes. Due to pressure on the uterus on the bladder. Be very careful of discomfort or blood in urine. Ob/Gyn follow up is very important.

Eye, ear and head sensitivity, what could it be?

What you are describing might be an overwhelming infection of ear or eye. Sadly without physical exam I can’t make a proper Dx or recommend tx. Pt should be seen by certified Md READ MORE
What you are describing might be an overwhelming infection of ear or eye. Sadly without physical exam I can’t make a proper Dx or recommend tx. Pt should be seen by certified Md for proper evaluation and treatment

How serious is mono in a child?

Auto-limiting disease, need to treat symptoms. GP evaluation is recommended.

Is general anesthesia safe for the elderly?

It's generally safe for everyone, but complications can happen.

Energy drinks?

If you suffer from cardiac problems, I would suggest no drink.