I have a painful, lumpy area in my breast that isn't improving. There is swelling and the nipple area is painful. I've been using heat/cold compresses and massaging it. How should I proceed?

January 3rd, 2023

I have a high blood sugar reading and I’m wondering if I should get it checked out. My readings were 138 and 131, both taken after fasting. I'm also feeling more tired than normal and believe my sugar levels are higher than usual. I'm 21 years old, not on any medications, and diabetes runs in my family. What should I do?

June 13th, 2024

My son-in-law, who is visiting from Germany, has had a sinus infection for 3 weeks. He has completed two courses of antibiotics recommended by his German ENT and is now advised to try amoxiclav. However, the local pharmacy requires a prescription. Can a physician provide this prescription?

July 1st, 2023

My son has had an ingrown toenail for a month and a half. We have been home treating it, but it has formed a lump that produces small amounts of pus now and again, and it hurts to touch. What should we do?

February 14th, 2024

I hurt my shoulder a couple of months ago and got an MRI that showed a torn ligament. My doctor initially said it didn't need surgery, but the pain is getting worse daily and nothing is helping. The pain is constant and sharp, especially at night, and I'm currently taking ibuprofen or Tylenol. I'm 21 years old and have no other medical history. What are the odds I need surgery, and what should I do next?

September 14th, 2023