I am confused about my lab results for herpes, which indicate I have antibodies for both Herpes 1 and 2. I have never had a cold sore or any outbreak, and I recently started dating someone with whom I had unprotected sex for the first time in December 2017. I am unsure if I was recently infected and if my partner could have given it to me. I don't understand the lab results, including the index numbers and the possibility of false positives or negatives.

January 5th, 2023

I just got my blood work done, and HIV and hepatitis tests came negative. The test was done 2 days after finishing a PEP course. Can you interpret the report and tell me if I should be stressed about my current status?

April 25th, 2023

Can child abuse have a bad effect on the brain, and is there any way to reverse its effects?

August 10th, 2023

I have been experiencing a tremendous amount of back pain and have been diagnosed with 11 fractured ribs and a fractured T6 vertebrae, all of which occurred without any known accidents or falls. I also have osteoporosis and am taking 10 different medications daily. What could be causing these spontaneous fractures, and what additional tests should I consider?

May 28th, 2023

I shaved my armpits to reduce sweating, but I broke some skin and then applied witch hazel as a disinfectant. Now my armpits have a weird reaction. Should I apply some hydrocortisone there?

October 23rd, 2023