I need to get a colonoscopy, but I can't take the sedation drugs. I've been told that colonoscopies are infrequently done without sedation, but the doctor who set up my test insists that I need sedation. As a result, I cancelled my appointment for tomorrow. Are colonoscopies sometimes performed without sedation?

June 18th, 2023

I had a CT scan and now I am required to go for another CT scan of the kidneys. They found a cyst or benign tumor on my kidney. My doctor doesn't seem too worried about this. If this is benign, do they leave it in there? What causes this to happen? I have no symptoms, although I did notice my urinary output has been decreased lately. I don't really drink a lot of water but do drink a lot of soda. I also take HCTZ 25 mg every day. Any information you can provide is helpful.

August 26th, 2023

How dangerous is a hernia, and what are the worst-case scenarios if it is left untreated?

April 29th, 2024

I have had symptoms consistent with meningitis for 2-3 months, including insomnia, semi-frequent vomiting resulting in purple blotches on my face, headaches, sensitivity to light, mild cognitive impairment, bed wetting, mild fever, cold hands and feet, twitch-like spasms, and vertigo. The symptoms have worsened over time. Should I go to the emergency room now or can it wait until I can see my GP in over a week?

August 4th, 2024

I last had sexual intercourse on March 18, 2009, which was my last day of my menstrual cycle. My periods did not occur in April and only started on May 3, lasting seven days. The periods were very light compared to normal. Between April and mid-May, I took 7 pregnancy tests, all of which were negative. I still haven't done blood tests. Could I be pregnant?

September 18th, 2023