I am a 45-year-old male in excellent health. As a teenager, I experienced several mild asthmatic episodes easily treated with an albuterol inhaler. I have not experienced an asthmatic episode in over 30 years. My family has recently learned to scuba dive, but the instructor rejected me based on my asthma history. Is this reasonable? I can find no hard data or facts contraindicating asthma sufferers from diving. Do you know of any?

December 2nd, 2024

I am told that my last pap smear came back abnormal. It is the first one I have had since the birth of my youngest son 12 years ago. I am 46 years old and have several children. What does this mean exactly? What should I be concerned with?

August 26th, 2023

Are there any health risks to the fetus if a mother was given a RhoGam shot containing thimerosal (which contains mercury) in the first trimester?

October 28th, 2024

I have a pain between the lower spine and love handles. I am a 73-year-old female. It particularly bothers me if I stand for any length of time. Since I have COPD, I am limited to my activities. What could be causing this pain and what should I do about it?

June 16th, 2024

I have a fatty liver which causes my stomach to stick out like I'm pregnant. I have not seen a gastroenterologist but have been seeing an endocrinologist for my diabetes. My liver enzymes were slightly off a few years ago but are now fine. I had ultrasounds a few years ago that confirmed the fatty liver. How can I address this issue?

January 12th, 2023