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I have a red patch of irritation on my penile shaft. I am 25 years old, not taking any medications, and had unprotected sex three weeks ago with a partner who claims to be clean and tested. What could this be and what should I do?
May 30th, 2024
I have a slight elevation in my total protein level, with a total protein of 8.3 g/dL and total globulin of 3.9 g/dL. I am taking synthroid medication for thyroid and have no specific symptoms. What could this indicate, and do I need further tests?
June 11th, 2023
My blood platelet level came back as 424, which is slightly above the lab's normal range of 380. I am 54 years old, not on any medications, and have no major medical history. What could be causing this slightly elevated platelet count, and should I be concerned?
January 24th, 2024
Is it normal for stool consistency to change from day to day, such as one day being harder and the next day being softer, and should I be concerned about potential colon cancer given my recent colonoscopy and the appearance of my stool?
December 2nd, 2024
My girlfriend recently got a contraceptive implant (Nexplanon) in her arm and just noticed a swollen lymph node in her groin. Is this a possible side effect of the implant?
May 25th, 2023
My 39-year-old son had a total onychectomy on his left foot's third toe due to a fungal infection that couldn't be treated with laser or topical medications. He was verbally instructed to start Epson salt footbaths daily for 2 weeks and to apply an anti-fungal cream in 3 weeks, but received no written directives. Could you clarify the post-nail removal care more specifically?
April 6th, 2023