What should the calcium level be for a person who just had a thyroidectomy? The patient is 80 years old and is a diabetic. His current calcium level is 6.6.

May 25th, 2023

My husband works for the railroad and was tested for mercury along with others who had high levels. Should I be worried if his test comes back high, and could it have been passed to my 8-month-old daughter while I was pregnant?

October 24th, 2023

I haven't had a bowel movement for 7 days. What should I do to help?

September 13th, 2023

I'm a 55-year-old man experiencing blood in my urine, sharp on-and-off pain on the left side of my body, frequent urination, and loss of feeling on my left side. I also have a job in construction that involves heavy lifting and wearing a tool belt, which may be contributing to my symptoms. What could be causing these issues and what should I do?

February 16th, 2023

I am a 35-year-old male with a high fever (102F) that has lasted for about a week, which only temporarily subsides with aspirin. I also have high liver count, high sugar count (7.9), extreme fatigue, and aches and pains all over my body. I have an abdominal ultrasound and more blood tests scheduled. What could be causing these symptoms, and what should I expect from the upcoming tests?

November 12th, 2024