My red blood cell count is low at 55. The doctor mentioned dehydration as a possibility. What else could be causing this?

September 27th, 2023

I have been experiencing strange dizziness almost every other day, lasting from a few minutes to a few hours. This dizziness can make it difficult to stand and sometimes feels like my foot is slipping on ice when I start walking, which has led to near falls. Additionally, I sometimes feel a vibration in my heart. I am 50 years old, very athletic, and have had these symptoms for almost 2 years. I visited an emergency room in Germany, but they found nothing. What could be causing this dizziness, and how can I get the necessary medical tests without health insurance?

March 25th, 2024

My mother, age 93, has been diagnosed with mesenteric artery ischemia and may need a stent. What are the dangers of having the stent placed, especially considering her mild hypertension, atrial fibrillation, and potential kidney issues from the dye used in the procedure?

October 12th, 2024

I had a physical 6 months ago with a PSA level of 2 or 3. My doctor retested this month and it's now 5, sending me to a urologist. I'm worried about the rapid rise and the possibility of aggressive cancer, especially since I have a family history of prostate cancer and a dull ache behind my left testicle. What does this rapid rise in PSA indicate, and what should I expect from the urologist?

May 16th, 2023

I am a 68-year-old female who quit smoking 3.5 years ago. I have a chronic cough that produces clear frothy phlegm and has recently intensified, producing more white or yellow phlegm. When lying on my back at night, my chest rattles on exhale and I feel the need to cough constantly, making sleep difficult. Lying on my side stops the rattling. I am also a breast cancer survivor who underwent left-side radiotherapy 16 years ago. What is causing this cough and should I see a doctor?

November 29th, 2024