I have a severe sore throat that has persisted for four days. I have tried various remedies such as Strepsils, gargling with warm salted water, and suppressing cough and congestion, but nothing has eased the sharp and achy pain when I swallow. I occasionally get chills but no fever. What can I take to help ease the pain and potentially get rid of the infection in my throat?

January 9th, 2024

What should I eat during a diverticulitis flare-up and constipation, and how can I manage symptoms like burning during urination?

December 4th, 2024

My foot hurts, will you be able to X-ray it? The pain started a couple of days ago and seems to be on the top of the instep. It doesn't hurt when I wear a boot, but it starts to hurt when I walk and then stops. I am 78 years old, in good health, and take Advil, vitamins, and calcium. Should I get an X-ray?

November 30th, 2023

I have a blood pressure of 94/60 and a pulse of 50, feeling sluggish. I have been experiencing fatigue for the last few weeks, but the concerning blood pressure and pulse for the last few days. I am 49 years old, in perimenopause with related fatigue, joint pain, and hot flashes. I had high heavy metal levels 10 years ago. I recently moved from 9000 feet to sea level and started progesterone last night. What could be causing these symptoms and what can I do about it?

January 8th, 2023

Is it concerning (cancer concerning or anything serious) to have narrow stool, some abdominal pain not in a certain place, and a little mucus not every time? I do not have a healthy diet, mostly consisting of eating out with little veggies or fruit.

January 16th, 2024