My 13-year-old son has pus-filled sores (pus is green) on his scalp and they are starting to form in his ears. He was checked today for a staph infection and a bacterial infection, with results pending. He is currently on an antibiotic and pain meds. Should he be rechecked today?

November 25th, 2023

I am experiencing pain similar to having a hand squashed, but the pain is felt just slightly below the position where the nail starts. What could be causing this and what should I do?

March 24th, 2023

How can I differentiate between a heart attack and an anxiety attack, especially given my high stress levels at work and symptoms like tight chest, heart flutters, and tight shoulders?

November 7th, 2023

I normally have ovulation spotting which lasts a few days, but I haven't stopped spotting since then and my period is now 9 days late. I am anemic and there is a chance of pregnancy, but all my hCG tests have been negative so far. What might be the problem?

November 2nd, 2023

I have two abscessed teeth and a blister on my gum that oozes pus daily for the last three months. Recently, I've been experiencing severe lower back and rib pain with sharp pains that come and go on both sides. Could these back pains be caused by the infection?

August 29th, 2024