When I breathe, it is very painful in my lower/middle back/lungs. I had a pulmonary embolism about two years ago, which was resolved, and I have not been very active for the last 6 weeks. I also had kidney cancer 7 years ago, which was successfully removed from my right kidney, and the pain is more on my left side. What could be causing this pain, and should I see a doctor?

May 16th, 2023

I took an OraQuick saliva test three months after my last exposure and it came back negative. Is this result accurate, and should I trust it if I take another test and it comes back negative again?

June 1st, 2023

I have constant hip pain that feels like it's in the bone or joint of the leg and hip. It has been ongoing for the last week and makes it hard to move. I take Lyrics but it doesn't seem to dull the pain. I have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and degenerative disc and joint disease. How long will the pain last, and what can I do to alleviate it?

August 27th, 2023

At my 17-week ultrasound, I was told I have a very low-lying placenta and would need another ultrasound at 28 weeks. What happens if my placenta hasn't moved? I know low-lying could mean placenta previa. Also, my placenta is anterior if that helps.

August 31st, 2024

I am 22 years old, 25 weeks pregnant, 5'5" and 260 pounds, with thalassemia minor, bad anxiety, and white coat syndrome. My blood pressure is perfect at home but spikes at the doctor's. I'm worried about high blood pressure during labor leading to seizures or strokes, and about preclampsia despite taking baby aspirin daily. Will I be able to have an uncomplicated vaginal birth with a midwife and doula? What are the chances of these complications?

June 1st, 2023