Hello Dr. Phophalia, I have a white spot on my tongue that sometimes has red cuts. It has been there for 7 months and seems to fade and then build up again. Is this normal or could it be a sign of something serious like cancer?

February 10th, 2023

I am a 42-year-old male recovering from the flu. I recently vomited bright red blood and have been experiencing chest pain when breathing. My doctor prescribed antibiotics for a viral infection, but they haven't seemed to work. My symptoms have improved, but I am still coughing a lot. Could this be tears in my throat from being sick, or could I have pneumonia?

April 2nd, 2023

I have a cold and a bad headache. The mucous is a little yellow. Do I need to go to the doctor or just take Mucinex? I am also a little nauseated, and the headache started yesterday as the cold progressed into my nasal passages. I don't have any other significant medical history.

August 8th, 2023

I have sensitive skin around my waist and a rash on my right leg that looks like poison oak but I'm not sure. The rash is on my thigh, calf, and shin. I also have pain in my leg which I believe is nerve-related and has occurred in the past due to bad movements or sitting positions. What could be causing these issues and what should I do?

July 23rd, 2023

On May 24, 2016, during a routine blood draw, the technician struck a nerve/tendon in my forearm, causing immediate pain and electrical shock sensations. Since then, I have experienced persistent pins and needles, nerve crawlings, sleep deprivation, and immune problems. My muscles have become stiff, and I have difficulty lifting even light objects. I have been attending physical therapy and changed doctors, but I have not received a diagnosis or treatment. I am scared and need help. What could be causing these symptoms, and what should I do next?

August 8th, 2023