My mom, who is 74 years old and on dialysis 3 times a week, has developed a foot condition causing the skin to peel. She recently had a rash that covered 80% of her body, which was initially thought to be staph, shingles, or pemphigus vulgaris but was later diagnosed as sepsis. Now, there is concern about an allergic reaction. I am seeking advice on how to care for her foot at home, including cleaning, dressing, and dietary recommendations to aid skin repair. Additionally, I want to know if it's safe for her to go out in public with her foot condition and if I'm violating HIPAA by seeking a second opinion.

April 20th, 2024

I need to talk to a doctor to get a prescription for nerve pain and itching. What are the treatment options and how can I seek medical attention for these symptoms?

June 22nd, 2024

I need help finding a doctor to sign a permanent disability form. My primary care physician (PCP) refuses to sign it, and I have severe health issues including Fibromyalgia, Lupus, IBS, and GERD, which have forced me to stop working since August 2022. My PCP wants my rheumatologist to make the request for permanent disability, but I don't understand why they are passing the responsibility back and forth. Where can I find a doctor who will sign the permanent disability form?

December 10th, 2023

I have concerns about a diabetic foot ulcer. The patient is a 53-year-old female with an ulceration on the superior surface of her foot that has become extensive due to skin debridement. There is an appearance of infection due to the presence of pus and fluid discharge. The patient is receiving medications to control her blood glucose level. What should be done to manage and treat this ulcer?

August 17th, 2024

I've been experiencing stomach pain, indigestion, nausea, feeling full all the time, sudden hunger, gas, and night sweats for the past week. The symptoms worsened after taking Augmentin for tonsillitis and have not improved despite taking Pantoprazole and Tums. What could be causing these symptoms and what should I do?

February 22nd, 2024