I am trying to lose weight through diet and exercise, and I started a statin drug in January to address high cholesterol and triglycerides. An ultrasound in August revealed my liver had components 'compatible' with fatty liver. I am due for follow-up bloodwork in February and have regular check-ups with my primary care physician. She mentioned a liver biopsy might be needed but didn't recommend it yet. Am I doing all I can to address fatty liver? Does it progress quickly into further liver damage? Should I get a repeat imaging within a year to check for improvement? What are the chances of the statin raising my liver enzyme levels, and if they do, does that indicate worsening fatty liver or just a medication effect? If my liver enzymes become elevated, do doctors normally take me off the medication?

December 9th, 2024

My knee has been hurting very badly since November and hasn't improved despite trying various treatments. It swells up when I use it too much. Could gaining weight be contributing to the issue? What else can I do for this knee pain?

October 19th, 2024

I keep getting infections in my fingers, particularly where my nail attaches to my skin. These infections often result from minor injuries like catching a piece of skin, leading to bleeding and subsequent infection. The infections are characterized by a hot, tight feeling, and form a thin, greenish scab with light, almost clear pus. This issue happens frequently and lasts for about five to six days. Additionally, every cut, piercing, or tattoo I've had has ended up infected, including a tongue stud and ear piercing. I have medical conditions such as hypothyroidism and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. What can I do to help these infections and stop them from happening? Why do I get so many infections?

March 17th, 2023

I have been experiencing excessive sinus drainage for 4 months, which has recently turned into major congestion and large amounts of green and orange mucus. My ENT diagnosed me with a chronic sinus infection and prescribed 3 weeks of Levaquin. After 4 days on Levaquin, there has been no improvement. Given the side-effect risks of Levaquin and the fact that most people report fast results with it for sinus infections, should I stop taking it and go back to my ENT?

October 14th, 2023

Over the last 2 years, I have gained 45lbs, going from 145lbs to just under 190lbs. I am 5' 8 3/4" tall, 22 years old, female, and I gain and lose weight evenly on my body. I believe I have an hourglass figure even at my current weight. I carry my weight well but I had worked hard to lose that weight and I'm extremely irritated it came back. I don't eat a lot usually and I watch what I eat but it's very tough for me to lose weight. I would love suggestions. I would like to weigh about 135 or 130 and lose at least 1lb a week. I'm a health and exercise science major so I have some understanding of the terminology etc. I understand it won't happen overnight. I have also been told that juicing is a good way to go as well. Any regime that you believe to help would be awesome.

February 15th, 2024