Why do duodenal ulcers occur more frequently in the spring and fall months?

September 29th, 2024

What does a U.P.I. consist of?

October 8th, 2024

My son, who is seventeen, is taking a protein supplement containing both aspartamine and phenylalanine. I read an article about PKU disorder and how aspartame can be damaging to people who are also taking phenylalanine. Is this combination of amino acids bad for a teenager who has no other medical issues? He is taking 2634mg of aspartamine and 706mg of phenylalanine.

February 23rd, 2024

My mother-in-law suffered a stroke on January 5th and was discharged from a Mexican hospital with slight speech impediment, partial paralysis on her right side, and confusion. She is now traveling to California without a medical appointment. Should she be observed in a US hospital, and what medical workup is necessary for her condition?

September 20th, 2023

My 17-year-old son had unprotected sex with his 16-year-old girlfriend yesterday. Her parents gave her a pregnancy test today, which was negative. Is it safe to say she's not pregnant, and how long does it take for pregnancy hormones to affect a test?

September 25th, 2023