I have shortness of breath and chest pain, and my recent echocardiogram shows hypokinesis in the apex and apical lateral wall, along with increased trabeculation in the apex. I had a stress test last year with an ejection fraction of 43%, but my recent echo indicates a normal ejection fraction. Is it possible for my ejection fraction to return to normal, and what could be causing my symptoms?

March 30th, 2024

I am a 35-year-old male diagnosed with a minor case of paranoid schizophrenia and sleep apnea. I use a CPAP machine but still experience constant fatigue and lack of energy, which prevents me from holding down a job. I take Abilify 30mg per day and benztropine for restlessness/anxiety. Recently, an endocrinologist prescribed Ozempic for weight loss. My diet could be improved, and I bike for a few hours a week. I believe my lack of energy is mainly tied to mental traumas. What medical advice can you provide?

October 19th, 2024

I previously asked about my husband's renal function. New blood work has revealed his numbers have worsened. His creatine is now 2.68, his MDGR is 25, and his HCO3 is 17. They want to prescribe bicarbonate pills. How serious is this and how concerned should we be?

December 27th, 2023

I currently take 20 mg Prozac daily, 1 mg finasteride daily, 5 mg low-dose Cialis daily, and dapoxetine on demand. I also drink about six beers on one or two days a week. Is it dangerous to combine these drugs with alcohol, and are there any short-term or long-term effects that could be harmful?

October 29th, 2023

I tend to eat low carb throughout the day and notice that when I occasionally eat more carbs for dinner, my fasting glucose the next day is slightly higher. Is this normal, and should I be concerned about occasional readings over 100?

September 20th, 2023