I think I might have cough asthma. How do I know if it's just a cough or asthma? My cough comes and goes, has been for two weeks, is dry, and causes slight chest tightness during 'cough attacks'. I'm 19, not using any medications, and have no known allergies or family history of asthma. My family doctor once heard a whistle during a breathing test but found nothing wrong.

April 17th, 2024

I hit my finger with a mower blade on the nail, causing swelling and discoloration. The back of the finger is purple and swollen. How long have you had the swelling? About how large is the affected area? Is your finger painful or tender? What are all the medications you're currently using, either for the swelling or anything else? How old are you? Anything else in your medical history you think the Doctor should know?

March 14th, 2024

I get my food delivered to my home, and lately, they have been leaving my food on the dirty ground where birds, squirrels, and cats hang out. My food and soda are usually sealed and then placed in plastic grocery bags. What are my chances of catching a disease or bringing one into my home, and is my food and soda safe to eat?

September 25th, 2023

I need a doctor’s note since I am having fever. I have had the fever since last night, along with a sore throat, cold, and headache. I do not have any pre-existing respiratory conditions or other significant medical history. What should I do, and can I get a doctor's note for work leave?

July 18th, 2023

Hello, I have two issues lately: my feet have been swelling and my urine is light brown. I have high blood pressure, arthritis in my knees, and scoliosis. How long have you had the swelling? About how large is the affected area? Is your feet painful or tender? Do you have increased frequency of passing urine? Any burning sensation? Do you have any difficulty in breathing? When did you last have an ECG done? Was it normal?

March 15th, 2024