I’m experiencing UTI symptoms such as severe burning, cramps, and frequent urination, which started after having sex. The burning and cramping are localized in the vaginal area, and the symptoms have worsened in the last 4 hours. I am 57 years old, take thyroid medication and hormone replacement daily, and have been drinking lots of water, which has kept my urine clear. What could be causing these symptoms and what should I do?

February 12th, 2023

I engaged in intercourse with a partner who had a cold sore and used his saliva to moisten the area. Now I have a yellow discharge around my anus and a tingly, irritated sensation on the left side of my vagina and buttocks. I also have herpes 1 and am concerned about HSV 2. What could be causing these symptoms and what should I do?

September 12th, 2024

I have pain in my lower middle abdomen that started about 2 hours ago and comes and goes. The pain is stabbing and is located in the lower center quadrant of my abdomen. I am a 19-year-old male with no nausea, blood in stools, fever, rash, joint pains, history of irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, diarrhea, or urinary issues. The pain is aggravated by applying pressure, twisting, or stretching my abdomen, and it sometimes spreads to the pelvic region. Bending forward or sitting down alleviates the pain. What could be causing this pain and what should I do?

August 8th, 2023

I have a dry cough that has been constant for more than 4 weeks. I have been taking Delsym, but the cough is not going away. What could be the cause, and what advice can you provide?

April 2nd, 2023

Does a gallstone found in the gallbladder neck mean the gallbladder has to be removed, or are there alternatives?

April 10th, 2024