For the last 3 weeks, I have been experiencing feelings of pins and needles on my left thigh, sometimes just above my knee and sometimes from my thigh to my left calf. I don't have any symptoms on my right thigh. It happens suddenly, whether I'm sitting or standing. I don't have any real pain, just the strange sensation in my left thigh, which seems to be spreading throughout my left leg. I don't have any weakness or loss of motion. I am concerned because it's getting worse and happening more often.

February 29th, 2024

I have a stepdaughter who has been diagnosed with both bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. How do these conditions interact, and could she be a danger to herself and others? She is currently in a hospital for evaluation after a recent episode.

September 2nd, 2023

My boyfriend fingered me last night really hard and fast, and when he pulled his fingers out, they were covered in blood. I am worried about this. What could be the cause of the bleeding, and will it happen again?

July 11th, 2023

I am a 23-year-old male with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I experience various physical sensations such as muscle twitches, sharp pains, and random tight feelings in my head, which I often diagnose as serious illnesses. Recently, I had a pulsating sharp head pain on the left side of my head after a stressful night and eating a large amount of pizza. I also experience tingling in my right pointer finger, tension headaches, and random sensations on my scalp and face. I am terrified that these symptoms might indicate a brain tumor or an aneurysm. My family has a history of brain-related issues, which adds to my anxiety. I am currently taking Valium as needed and plan to see a psychiatrist for anti-anxiety medication. I am also experiencing a cold with a stuffy nose and sore throat. I am seeking reassurance that these symptoms are not life-threatening and advice on how to manage my anxiety.

February 16th, 2023

I have burning sensations in or around my kidneys. When I lay on my right side, the burning is worse, but it shifts to my left side when I lay on my left side, providing some relief. I have had kidney stones in the past. Could this be an infection in my kidneys or possibly my gallbladder?

July 2nd, 2023