My son, who is seventeen, is taking a protein supplement containing both aspartamine and phenylalanine. I read an article about PKU disorder and how aspartame can be damaging to people who are also taking phenylalanine. Is this combination of amino acids bad for a teenager who has no other medical issues? He is taking 2634mg of aspartamine and 706mg of phenylalanine.

February 23rd, 2024

My mother-in-law suffered a stroke on January 5th and was discharged from a Mexican hospital with slight speech impediment, partial paralysis on her right side, and confusion. She is now traveling to California without a medical appointment. Should she be observed in a US hospital, and what medical workup is necessary for her condition?

September 20th, 2023

My 17-year-old son had unprotected sex with his 16-year-old girlfriend yesterday. Her parents gave her a pregnancy test today, which was negative. Is it safe to say she's not pregnant, and how long does it take for pregnancy hormones to affect a test?

September 25th, 2023

My 8-month-old son had a frenuloplasty today. His tongue is slightly swollen, and he is not taking his bottle. He had one bottle directly after surgery at 11am, and it's now 8pm. He has eaten some cereal and a little other solid food, and has only had a little urine in his diaper around 6pm. Should we take him back to the hospital?

February 24th, 2024

What is the cause of tremors in humans and what does this condition consist of? What special needs will be required to take care of this condition?

November 30th, 2024