I have severe Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) with enthesitis and restrictive pulmonary disease, unresponsive to biologic drugs and DMARDs. I am on continuous oxygen and have limited mobility due to pain. I am seeking information on a surgical procedure involving transplant surgery and removal of connective tissue fused to the rib cage, as seen in an episode of The Doctors. Is this surgery possible, and if so, which facility can perform it?

May 5th, 2023

I'm taking a calcium channel blocker and experiencing swelling in one ankle and calf. Could the medication be the cause? The swelling goes away overnight and there's no tenderness, redness, or tight feeling in the calf.

February 18th, 2023

I have a history of open heart surgery due to 80% blockage in the left main artery and hypertrophy, which included radial artery grafts and an aortiomy in 2002. I have had trace mitral regurgitation and a dilated left atrium since then. Recently, a thoracic echocardiogram showed mild mitral regurgitation, a dilated atrium, and sclerotic aortic valve leaflets. I am experiencing headaches, angina, wheezing, and chest pain. What is the most appropriate test to diagnose my current condition, and what does a wellness health panel consist of?

March 30th, 2023

I am scheduled to take an endoscopy on Tuesday. I also have anemia with tiredness. Is it safe to have an endoscopy?

December 12th, 2023

Almost two months ago, my left shoulder between my collar bone and where it curves into my arm started hurting. I can lift my arm above my head halfway out to my side, but I can't extend it very far. For example, I have to use my right arm to close my car door, and I can't put any weight on my left arm. Sometimes my collar bone really hurts too. What could be wrong, and what can I do to alleviate the pain?

April 21st, 2023