My menstrual cycle was normal for 5 days, but two days after it ended, I started bleeding again with cramping. This started after a night out drinking with friends, which has never happened before. What could be the cause and will it stop or continue?

March 17th, 2023

My brother has a staph infection on his arm that initially looked like a spider bite. His arm swelled up, and he drained the spot. He started antibiotics a few days ago and thinks it's improving. Does this type of staph infection go away completely? Is it dangerous?

November 24th, 2024

I accidentally took five 30 mg Adderall pills instead of Advil. I am a 44-year-old female, weigh 177 lbs, and have been on Adderall for about a year, usually taking around 60 mg per day. I am concerned about the potential risks of overdose and whether I should go to the ER. What are the symptoms of Adderall overdose, and how long might it take for them to appear?

June 26th, 2024

A 64-year-old patient had pinched cervical nerves in January 2010 due to aging, resulting in significant muscle loss in the brachialis and biceps. The cervical pain and stiffness are gone, but recent exercise hasn't helped rebuild these muscles. What can be done?

August 1st, 2024

I am the only offspring of two sickly elderly parents. I am single and they both live in my home. I am being forced to leave my job of 24 years to stay home and take care of them. My mother is paraplegic and has many other health-related issues, and my father has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. My mother is entitled to 2 hours of in-home care by the Office of the Aging, and my dad is entitled to 1 hour. Can I leave my job and receive some kind of assistance from the government to take care of my parents? 3 hours a day is unsafe, and they are alone for 6 hours while I am at work. I take care of most of their needs while I am here, but I can't work while they are home and unsafe. Can you tell me what my options are? I am willing to stay home and take care of them, but I do need some small income and health insurance if I leave my employer.

February 5th, 2024