I have had persistent glossitis for 8 weeks now. The tip of my tongue is red and has a burning sensation, especially at night or after talking a lot at work. I've been taking iron and B12 supplements for vitamin deficiency, using Nystatin mouth rinse for oral thrush, switched to hypoallergenic toothpaste, rinsing with salt water, and taking Claritin for allergies, but nothing has helped. What could be causing this and what else can I do?

August 23rd, 2024

If a person becomes infected with COVID-19 on Saturday afternoon, could they infect someone a couple of hours later, or does there have to be time for the virus to build up in their system before they can pass it on, whether they have symptoms or not?

July 31st, 2023

I have been experiencing excessive discharge for about 4 months. The discharge is of regular color and smell but is very abundant and sometimes crusty in my underwear. I am also sometimes noticing a slight smell. I have a history of one urinary tract infection. What could be the cause of this and what should I do?

September 26th, 2024

Do you think you can tell me if I have stress cardiomyopathy? I've been under stress for a few months due to a relationship issue, and this morning my heart rate was 144 bpm. I also feel very weak and depressed. Is there a thing called stress cardiomyopathy?

June 20th, 2023

Do I have palmar erythema? My hands have been unusually red for the last month or two, and I've been heavily drinking since I was 21. I'm 24 years old, 6'0, 250 lbs, and have prehypertension. My last drinking session was from Sunday to Wednesday with a total of 42 beers.

January 19th, 2023