I have been experiencing itching around my anal area for the past 15 days, with no pain, and recently noticed white strands of mucus attached to my stools. I take blood pressure and cholesterol tablets, but have not had any tests. What could be causing this and what can I do about it?

February 16th, 2023

I have decided to avoid sugar and white wheat products Monday - Friday. My daughter says this is very dangerous for my health. I'm 49 and healthy except for recent stomach problems which prompted me to do a short herbal colon cleanse, which led me to this plan of my own. Is this dangerous?

December 26th, 2024

In the last 4 weeks, I have experienced a sore form on my lip followed by swelling and burning, about 3 to 4 times a week. The swelling sometimes lasts for hours and occurs at different times and locations. What could be causing this and what should I do?

April 16th, 2023

I have had diarrhea for 2 months, since taking antibiotics for a tooth abscess. I am 54, and had a colonoscopy last year. I contacted my dentist and doctor, took probiotics, Activia yogurt, Pepto-Bismol, and Imodium A-D. Still, the diarrhea continued. Then my doctor prescribed Welchol 625 mg tablets, 2 AM and 2 PM. This helped only slightly. In the AM, I have a more normal bowel movement, but every afternoon I have 2 or 3 episodes of diarrhea. I have stopped coffee, sugar-free items, and varied my diet. I have another doctor appointment a week from today. What should I do in the meantime?

February 13th, 2024

Would you recommend ear tubes if someone constantly gets ear infections, especially if they have been getting them since childhood, and what options are available to release pressure from the ear when antibiotics don't work?

March 31st, 2023