Mr. Jose Luis Flores, MD

Family Practitioner

1350 O St Ste 106 Fresno CA, 93721 Show map

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Dr. Jose Luis Flores is an Emergency and Family medicine-trained physician practicing in Fresno, CA. Dr. Flores specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages including acute care. Raised in the migrant fields of Central California, Dr. Flores works mostly serving rural health communities of underserved populations. He is bilingual in Spanish and English and encourages a healthy lifestyle in his patients including nutrition, exercise, spirituality, and mediative practices. Dr Flores also is a certified addiction counselor and helps many on their road to recovery, especially the families in focusing on their belief system and/ or faith. As an Emergency Room Physician, he is knowledgeable in many procedures and acute care of the patient. Dedicated to giving patients the time and care that allows for trust to build so that lifelong professional relationships can be developed and good and quality care can be given. Specializes in the direction of patients in the way of Faith as a source of Strength and Healing.

Education and Training

University of Calif, Davis MD 1997

University of Calif, Davis BS 1990

UC Davis @ Martinez Residency 2000

Provider Details

Male English, Spanish

Mr. Jose Luis Flores, MD

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I have numbness in my arm (bicep)?
It sounds that you may be suffering from Bicipital tendonitis, an inflammation of the biceps tendon in the shoulder, can sometimes lead to neuropathic pain, which is pain caused by nerve damage or dysfunction. While the primary cause of bicipital tendonitis is overuse or injury to the tendon, the inflammation can irritate nearby nerves, causing pain that radiates down the arm or into the hand, or even tingling sensations. Neuropathic Pain This type of pain arises from damage or dysfunction of the nervous system. In the case of bicipital tendonitis, the inflammation can irritate nearby nerves, such as those in the brachial plexus a network of nerves in the shoulder. Symptoms Patients may experience pain in the front of the shoulder, which can radiate down the arm, and potentially tingling or numbness in the hand or fingers. READ MORE
Possible bleach water on yams. Could this be a problem?
Anytime there is a question about contamination with bleach, you should never consume anything which you feel has been contaminated With bleach in any form manner. Bleach is extremely toxic and detrimental.To all bottom functions is even a very low levels. Bleach is a corrosive, especially to metal surfaces. Bleach itself is readily diluted with water and can be neutralized on surfaces, including skin, with sodium thiosulfate if necessary. Direct reaction Bleach reacts with biological tissues, causing irritation and cell death by protein denaturation. This reaction is most severe for the more sensitive tissues such as the respiratory system and eyes and less severe for more resistant tissues such as GI tract which is accustomed to low pH and skin which is adapted to be in contact with the environment. Indirect reaction A high index of suspicion must be maintained for secondary exposures from intentional or unintentional mixing with other chemicals. These secondary reactions may cause the production of more toxic chemicals, each having its toxicity profile. Chief among these is chlorine gas, which has been used as a chemical warfare agent. Life is precious and irreplaceable and food can be replaced. God bless you always. READ MORE
Can you stop pancreatitis pain at home?
Chronic pancreatitis can be difficult to treat and cause significant pain. Usually, NSAIDs or non-steroidal antiinflammatories can make the pain worse because they can be abrasive to the stomach and GI tract in general. Tylenol and Benadryl in combination can give some relief and also an antiacid medication like Pepcid. If the pain causes vomiting, fever, distention of the abdomen, or inability to maintain fluids to feel hydrated and relatively strong, then you should go to the emergency room. Avoid food high in fats or acidic food or drinks and follow up with your doctor regularly. READ MORE
Possible pink eye
Hello! What seems to be going on with your daughter is allergic conjunctivitis and it is not an infection. You can give her Zyrtec for children over the counter and also allergy eye drops such as Visine Allergy or any of the name-brand allergy eye drops. If she has been around a cat lately or outside more than usual this can be a source for the allergy. If not better in 3 days have her be examined by a physician. Also, cold wash cloth over the eye for 2 -5 minutes gives relief as well, God bless You! READ MORE