If a patient with metal implants, such as rods, from a previous injury or operation needs an MRI to diagnose a recurring problem, but is told they can't have an MRI due to the presence of metal, what options are available for the patient?

July 5th, 2024

My husband just went to the restroom and there was blood in his stool, mostly blood and very little poop. He has had this once before with no findings, but this time the blood was a lot more. He also felt like he had indigestion before going to the bathroom and now the outer area of his anus feels raw and painful. What could be causing this and what should we do?

September 29th, 2024

I feel a heaviness in my upper chest, shortness of breath, an irregular heartbeat, and phlegm in my throat that won't come up. My sinuses feel clogged, and I've been taking Mucinex for 4 days without improvement. I have no cough or fever. My family medical history includes high blood pressure and stroke. I'm 45 years old, don't smoke, and don't know my cholesterol level. The chest pain doesn't radiate, and I feel scared and panic that I might die when the pain comes on.

September 19th, 2023

I am experiencing abdominal pain and rapid weight loss. My doctor is unsure of the cause. Could it be liver cancer?

June 30th, 2024

My period is about 4 days late and I've taken 4 pregnancy tests, all of which have been negative. I have cramps but otherwise feel normal. What should I do?

January 28th, 2024