I am 46 years old, active, and eating healthily. I have a family history of heart disease, with my mother having a heart attack at 41 and my brother having one at 38. I see a cardiologist who suggests statins to keep my LDL below 100, but my GP is less inclined to prescribe them. My last cholesterol numbers were TC 213, LDL 137, HDL 55, TRI 104. I am concerned about the astronomical costs of healthcare and wonder if I really need these drugs for the rest of my life, or if my doctors are playing it safe. Additionally, I have plaque buildup in my carotids and work 12-hour night shifts. What is your opinion on whether I should take statins, and how much weight loss could potentially impact my cholesterol levels?

August 24th, 2024

I have had gout at the base of my left foot's big toe for almost a week and have been taking anti-inflammatories for it. It's not too bad in the morning but gets much worse in the afternoon. Any advice?

December 10th, 2023

The last referrals you sent me were utterly useless. My specific request was for physicians who administer Botox to reduce TMJ pain. Then you advised me to call each to see if they did that. Ridiculous!!! I called them anyway and they do not. I refuse to pay for your "Advice".

December 27th, 2023

I'm a 42-year-old female with Type I diabetes diagnosed at age 7. I had asthma that 'went away' before diabetes. Over the past year, I've experienced chest tightening when lying down, which has progressed to a wheezing sensation in my upper chest. I've been given Flovent 110 2 puffs daily, but it'll take 2 weeks to feel the effects. About 1.5 months ago, I had pneumonia symptoms but had a clear chest and X-ray. What is wrong with me, and what words can I use to convey my symptoms to my doctor to get more aggressive treatment?

March 17th, 2024

What happens when a dose of 25mg of Primidone is increased to 250mg in a day for 3 doses in a row? This person is 42 years old, has a brain injury sustained at birth, does not have seizures, has tremors from Geodon, takes Benzotropine, and is currently under treatment for low potassium.

June 17th, 2023