I'm taking cipro for a sinus infection and due for a second infusion of chemotherapy tomorrow for breast cancer. I'm also supposed to take dexamethasone tablets twice a day today, tomorrow, and Friday. Will the dexamethasone be at odds with the cipro?

April 1st, 2023

My wife has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's or frontal lobe dementia and is currently taking Namenda, Aricept, 20 mg of Paxil daily, and Xanax or Ativan for anxiety. The anxiety is still prevalent. What medications work well together, and what can be eliminated or added to ease her anxiety?

September 19th, 2024

I have slight swelling under the jaw on the left side of my face, which radiates or pulsates up to my face and sometimes my ear. There is no pain. How long has this been bothering you? Have you had any evaluation for this?

November 16th, 2023

A patient presents with a painful corn on the sole of their foot, located directly under the first metatarsal-phalangeal joint. What gait pattern would be expected and how would it affect their gait cycle?

August 18th, 2023

I had a meningioma surgery and am concerned about the risk of seizures due to scarring and the need to be on anti-seizure medication forever. I had a seizure-like event that led to the diagnosis and am now on medication. I don't want to be on anti-seizure meds for life. Am I stuck?

November 23rd, 2024