Since I was a child, I've been experiencing racing thoughts all day long. I sing songs when I wake up and sometimes say words without reason, and this continues until I sleep. I've tried various medications for bipolar and schizophrenia with no progress. I feel there's something wrong with my mind, but doctors haven't been able to help. What could be the issue, and what can I do to address it?

June 5th, 2024

I grind my teeth at night even with a night guard, which causes terrible headaches and an aching tired jaw. I have seen a TMJ specialist but treatment is too expensive and not covered by healthcare. I take a mixture of medications including Tylenol #3, Advil, and generic brand Robaxecet. Is there anything different that might help?

November 22nd, 2023

I am a healthy 37-year-old female with thyroid disease, taking Synthroid and Loestrin 24FE birth control. Since November 2010, I have been experiencing sulfur burps followed by flu-like symptoms, including stomach pain, vomiting, and diarrhea about once a month. These symptoms last for 24-48 hours and then I return to normal until the next episode. I have no concurrent medical illnesses and my bloodwork is normal. I cannot pinpoint a specific food trigger and do not believe I am lactose intolerant or have issues with wheat products. What could be causing these symptoms and what should I do next?

April 30th, 2023

I have had vertigo and nystagmus since a middle ear infection, resulting in labyrinthitis and hospitalization. The vertigo stopped for a while but has returned. I am using Hyoscine (Scopoderm) patches and Stemetil as needed. What other treatments could help stop the vertigo, and do my other medications (Voltarol and Pregablin) interfere with my vertigo treatment?

July 26th, 2024

I have a blood discharge in my underwear, and I'm not sure if the blood is from my anus or penis, but I believe it's from my penis. There's also a bad smell coming from my penis. I have an enlarged prostate and I'm taking Coumadin for another problem. I've been experiencing this for several months, about twice a week. My stool seems to be okay, but I have a problem with my urine—if I have the urge to go, I need to get to the bathroom quickly or I'll pee in my underwear. This is when I noticed the blood on my shorts, which is across the front and down. I've noticed dark clumpy blood sometimes. I just came out of heart surgery and had a stint put in three weeks ago, but this was going on before. What could be causing this, and what should I do?

January 5th, 2024