Dr. Love, I have been experiencing headaches and seizures (ear problems) that seem to worsen with position changes. I also recently had a three-minute headache and muted hearing after a head movement. Could these symptoms indicate a brain tumor or seizures, and why do you and other doctors believe they are not related to these conditions?

November 11th, 2024

Can really bad muscle tension cause weakness in my arms? I’m 24 years old and have been experiencing extreme muscle tension in my scalp, neck, and upper back for months, which sometimes leads to arm weakness. I've been to multiple doctors, but no one seems to take my concerns seriously. I'm also dealing with generalized anxiety and constant worry about my health. I had an MRI and CT scan in April, which were normal, but I'm still scared that something serious might be overlooked.

October 29th, 2024

Why did my physician say they cannot say I am zero risk for HIV transmission in my previous scenario, and what are the risks associated with using a public toilet where I encountered a piece of vaginal discharge?

November 30th, 2024

I occasionally get a big, oozy, watery, painful cystic-type zit on my chin. I'm a 38-year-old female and tend to pick at them when I get them. I currently have one on my chin and have noticed a lump under my jaw at the front, right at the top of my neck. Can this be a swollen lymph node due to the zit? I have no other symptoms or abnormalities. I haven't used any medication for it and haven't seen a doctor about it. I had Botox injections for TMJ three weeks ago.

July 28th, 2023

If I am going to have sex with a girl who recently tested negative for STDs, but we are not in a monogamous relationship, what are the risks of contracting HSV 1 or 2 through unprotected oral sex, and how can I minimize these risks?

July 24th, 2024