My 90-year-old grandfather has severe leg pain in both legs, extending from the toes to the groin area, which he believes was caused by overworking out at the gym. He has been in pain for the past 3 days, has lost his appetite, and experienced mild swelling in his right foot that has since gone down. He is not on any medication except for daily OTC echinacea and has not seen a doctor about the swelling. He has a history of extensive heart conditions over 5 years ago. What could be causing his leg pain and what should he do?

December 8th, 2024

I am experiencing slight dizziness, fuzzy-headedness, and can hear the wooshing of blood through my carotid artery in my right ear. I have had these symptoms for a few weeks and have been taking antibiotics prescribed by a doctor with no improvement. What could be causing these symptoms and what should I do?

February 7th, 2024

I have been experiencing abnormal symptoms in my personal areas, including discharge from the penis that appears white milky or light yellow, and a small sensation of pain when urinating. Symptoms started on August 12th. I have had an STD in the past and have had unprotected intercourse with one new male partner. What STD tests should I get based on these symptoms?

January 8th, 2024

I have itchiness all over my body. What could be causing it and what can I do about it?

March 8th, 2024

I have severe hypothyroidism with T3 and T4 levels below normal and a high TSH. I've been on 100mcg of Synthroid for over two months, and it was only today that my dose was increased to 125mcg. I'm extremely hypothyroid and on lithium for bipolar disorder. I'm experiencing severe pain in my hamstring and hip due to a gluteal tear, and my feet are also severely affected. I'm concerned that the small increase in my Synthroid dose won't raise my thyroid levels quickly enough. Should I be taking more Synthroid, like 150mcg, to raise my levels faster, or should I add an additional 25mcg to my current dose for the first few days?

September 25th, 2023