I have slightly elevated ALT levels (64 U/L) and am concerned about my health. I am 68 years old, slightly overweight, and enjoy a glass of wine at night. What should I do to improve my health and reduce my ALT levels?

February 12th, 2023

My IgG4 levels are elevated. CT, MRI, MRCP, LFT, RFT, and lipase tests are normal. My gallbladder was removed due to sludge. I'm confused about whether to start steroids or avoid them due to potential side effects. Which option should I adopt, and how long should I use steroids if I start them? What are the possible risks and safety measures for short-term and long-term steroid use? If the levels do not normalize after 10 days, can we extend the usage duration? If levels normalize but bounce back later, can we repeat the 10-day course?

August 6th, 2024

My girlfriend is on birth control pills and has a normal 28-day cycle. She had sex on May 28th, and her period was delayed until June 7th, when she had light bleeding for two days. She took two negative pregnancy tests on June 15th, and then started her period normally the next day. She has also been experiencing nausea and vomiting. Given her normal period with clots, could she still be pregnant?

May 13th, 2024

What should a person do when they experience ear pressure or discomfort, especially when using ear drops, and does this indicate any potential damage?

December 20th, 2024

Just got over Covid, BP has been elevated to high. Before Covid my bp was on the lower side and pcp wanted to take me off a bp med. Why such a change after Covid?

October 3rd, 2023