How long do I have to wait after finishing a course of prednisone before I can have surgery to remove a non-functioning kidney, given that my immune system may have been compromised by the prednisone?

March 29th, 2023

I have what feels like a small ball growing out of my right testicle. Can you tell me what this is likely to be?

June 19th, 2023

A 13-year-old boy, who has been healthy, suddenly experiences uncoordinated movements of limbs, head, and facial muscles without pain. What could be the possible causes, and what investigations and treatments should be considered?

April 28th, 2024

Can hepatitis C affect the results of a urine ETG test? I was diagnosed 15 years ago but have never been treated. I recently had a random ETG urine test and was told my sample was 'diluted'. I was accused of deliberately consuming massive amounts of liquids to skew the test, which is not true. Could hepatitis C be a factor?

May 23rd, 2023

For the past 2-3 years, I have been experiencing one-sided jaw pain that has spread to include my upper cheekbone, under the eye, and neck. The pain comes and goes, usually setting in quickly and lasting up to an hour. I have seen a dentist, ENT, and neurologist, and have tried various treatments including a bite plate, physical therapy, and medications like Tegretol and Wellbutrin, but the pain has not improved. I am seeking information on why the pain has now started affecting my upper cheek and neck, and what could be causing it.

March 2nd, 2023