I am a 31-year-old female who was hospitalized for right lower lobe pneumonia and had a WBC count of 22, which decreased to 14 upon discharge. My pneumonia has cleared up, but I have developed daily hives, shortness of breath, severe dizziness, trouble thinking and finding words, and periodic cramps in my armpits, hips, and ribs. My WBC count is now back up to 19. I've been on steroids, antibiotics, and an inhaler for three weeks. My NP doesn't seem to know what's going on, and I'm losing faith in her. I cannot return to work due to shortness of breath and difficulty talking for too long or doing too much. Please advise!

March 27th, 2023

If TSH levels were 6.10 mU/L in April 2011 and 5.03 mU/L in May 2012, and the lab report indicates a normal range of 0.20 - 4.00 mU/L, would you recommend any other tests or treatment? Additionally, what symptoms could be attributed to hypothyroidism, and how can iodine be supplemented?

September 19th, 2023

I have had pencil stools periodically for at least a year or two, especially when stool is soft. Recently, I experienced a week of stomach discomfort and constipation, followed by ongoing minor discomfort and pencil stools. I am currently in Mexico for three months and work in many third-world nations. Could this be a serious problem, possibly a viral or parasitic infection, or is it something else?

August 30th, 2024

I am looking for an Andrology Specialist in the Southern California area, specifically near the City of Upland. I have tried treatments like Cialis, injections, and over-the-counter erection pills, but they have not been effective or have caused adverse effects. I also have hypertension and receive weekly testosterone injections. What further steps can I take, and do you know of any specialists in the area?

December 18th, 2023

Could Melatonin cause low blood pressure?

March 4th, 2023