I have been sick with influenza A for 10 days, experiencing symptoms like sore throat, body aches, severe fatigue, cough, and tight chest. My hemoglobin level dropped from 14 to 11.5, and I was diagnosed with anemia. I have several autoimmune diseases and was wondering if the influenza virus or a bacterial infection could cause anemia, especially since my counts were fine a month ago.

December 8th, 2023

I experienced severe stomach pain after eating passionfruit, lunch, and sushi, which subsided with a warm water bottle. The next morning, after having porridge, the pain returned. What could be causing this and how can I prevent it?

March 18th, 2024

I have been experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, loss of appetite, joint and muscle pain, sore throat, and dry mouth since July 25. I was initially diagnosed with a virus and treated with antibiotics, but my symptoms have persisted for 8 months. My blood tests show positive antibodies for Epstein-Barr virus, Chlamydia, and CMV, but no active infections. I am concerned about the long-term effects and whether there is a possibility of cancer or autoimmune disease. What should I do to recover, and are there any vaccines or treatments on the horizon?

November 27th, 2023

I have a thin soft bump on the front of my kneecap that feels like a thin vein or a ligament. I felt it happen as I was rising out of a seated position on the floor yesterday. I have taken Aleve for it. Have you seen a doctor about the bump? Is there anything else in your medical history that the doctor should know?

November 11th, 2024

My daughter has constant constipation with vomiting and abdominal pain, and imaging shows her spleen and liver are slightly enlarged. She is 16 years old, 5'10" tall, and weighs about 175lbs. All labs are normal, and the diagnosis is cyclical vomiting syndrome. The pain in her liver is on and off, and there's nothing specific that makes her feel better or worse. She has been dealing with vomiting since the beginning of the year. Family history includes constipation on my mother's side and I have diverticulitis in remission. What should we do next?

May 6th, 2023