I'm a 19-year-old virgin with no symptoms other than a vaginal odor that smells like corn chips. I've never had a pap test or pelvic exam and have no other medical conditions. What could be causing this odor?

June 16th, 2024

I have been experiencing frequent and sharp headaches on the front of my head for the past week. I take ibuprofen, which sometimes helps, but the headaches return. I have a history of lupus, high cholesterol, and I take Ambien to sleep. What could be causing these headaches and what can I do about them?

August 28th, 2023

I have been dealing with symptoms of a UTI for 4 days, including pain in the lower abdomen near the bladder, dark urine, pain near the left kidney, and now vomiting and diarrhea. My urine is clear now, and I am not urinating as much. The pain near the kidney is now just a discomfort. Should I still see a doctor or am I healing on my own?

October 15th, 2023

I have been experiencing chronic pain around my midsection, ribs, and sternum, which feels like a tight corset and is tender to the touch. I also recently had biliary colic attacks and am concerned about gallbladder issues. I am following a low-fat, low-carb diet and am worried about future attacks. Additionally, I have back pain that varies in intensity and location, sometimes near the shoulder blade and sometimes in the middle of my back. Could these symptoms be related to my gallbladder, and what treatments or tests would you recommend?

July 26th, 2024

I had blood tests done and have an ALT of 85, an AST of 41, and a triglyceride level of 295. I'm scared and unsure what this means. I've discussed this with a doctor, but I'm unclear about the implications. I'm 5'3" and weigh 222 lbs, which is a significant increase from my weight before pregnancy. I also have a history of diverticulitis and gallstones. What could these elevated levels indicate, and what additional tests or advice would you provide?

July 6th, 2023