I wanted to have a penis transplant. I was castrated in Desert Storm, and my entire penis was removed with a machete. I have discussed this with a doctor and it will need reconstruction. People want to treat it as transgender surgery. What are my options and where can I find a center that performs such transplants?

July 29th, 2023

My 78-year-old father has been diagnosed with a clot in his heart after a triple bypass 3 years ago, which has caused frequent breathlessness. He is overweight but has a healthy diet. He has started taking Warfarin and will have his first blood test to determine the therapeutic dosage. How can we generally improve his condition? How long will Warfarin take to be effective in breaking down the clot? Is it likely he can fly to Florida for his son's wedding at the end of February?

March 26th, 2024

I've recently had hives that have gone away, but now I have shiny dark spots on my face where the hives were. Will these spots peel or go away on their own? Is this a common occurrence, and if so, how long do they typically last? Should I try exfoliating or using antihistamines to speed up the process?

July 20th, 2023

I feel a small lump in the back of my upper calf near the knee on the right side. There is no warmth, redness, or significant pain, but a slight ache and a feeling of tightness. The area looks slightly swollen to me, but others say it doesn't appear swollen, and measurements are the same as the left leg. I'm concerned it might be a blood clot, but I have no risk factors for clots. What could this lump be, and should I be concerned about it?

April 20th, 2024

Is it normal to have somewhat symmetrical ridges on each side of the scalp, running from the front almost to the crown on each side? I noticed them about 2 years ago and have been concerned about them since then. Could this be a sign of a brain tumor?

August 12th, 2024