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Does low ferritin and values on the lower end for hemoglobin and hematocrit point to iron deficiency anemia? And can cancers cause this? If so, which ones? In a female in her thirties, what could be the cause of excessive menstrual bleeding and how can it be managed?
August 2nd, 2023
My mom accidentally gave my 5-year-old daughter 5.3 ml instead of 3.5 ml of her Keppra tonight. She weighs 64 lbs and has epilepsy. What should I do to monitor her and adjust her dosage?
January 25th, 2024
I started exercising again after a year-long break, focusing on high-volume bodyweight exercises like pushups, pull-ups, and squats. After noticing intense pain in my left flank, I went to the doctor, who suggested it might be muscular. I had bloodwork and a urine culture, which were normal. I also drank more beer than usual over the weekend. My main concern is whether rhabdomyolysis is a possibility given my symptoms and recent activities. My urine hasn't darkened, and I had a normal chemistry panel and urinalysis six weeks ago.
October 3rd, 2024
I have a 1-year-old who has been very sick for the past three days with symptoms including crankiness, a very runny nose (today the mucus has been green), almost no appetite, sad and weepy eyes, being very clingy, and not sleeping well. I have been giving him children's acetaminophen. Should I take him to the clinic or treat it at home?
February 22nd, 2023
What makes BUN levels high, and what should I do if I have high BUN levels?
June 4th, 2023
My Rheumatoid factor is 173 and my CCP Antibodies are >250. Should I be concerned about RA? I have seen my primary doctor who prescribed Prednisone 60mg for a week, then 40mg for a week. I don't have a spleen, have chronic back pain, and recently started experiencing right hand pain and difficulty gripping. The pain is worse when laying down or sitting for long periods, and sometimes ice helps. What should I do for pain relief until I can see a rheumatologist?
June 29th, 2023