A 15-year-old female had a fever of 101.3°F for two days, which has now resolved, but she feels worse with sinus congestion, productive cough, and mild chest pain upon deep inspiration and coughing. She also experiences shortness of breath upon exertion. When should I take her to the doctor?

June 2nd, 2023

I have pain/discomfort in my left tricep and behind my left shoulder blade, which worsens when I lie down. I am a 67-year-old female with a history of mitral valve prolapse and degenerative disc disease in my neck and back. I am also preparing for a left hip replacement. Could these conditions be connected, and what might be causing the pain?

January 30th, 2024

My wife had normal liver function blood tests in December. She was put on sulfasalazine for arthritis for two weeks and turned jaundiced. Her blood work today showed all liver functions at about 200 times normal. Should she wait for her general doctor appointment on Friday or go to the ER or find a hepatologist near Punta Gorda, Florida?

March 1st, 2023

I was exposed to dog saliva on my hands for 20 minutes before eating, and the dog appeared healthy for the next 10 days. How can I be sure that I don't have rabies, and are there any other health concerns from this exposure?

September 14th, 2023

I have a slight vibration on the inside of my right heel, occurring every 8-15 seconds and lasting for about 1-2 seconds. It is not painful and very subtle. I had the same sensation in the back of my right thigh just above my knee a few weeks ago. I take Keppra, 500mg twice a day due to a brain tumor that was removed in September 2018. I have had many MRIs and doctors' visits since then, with no other concerns mentioned. What could be causing these symptoms, and what further tests should I consider?

February 26th, 2023