I was given a Z pack for bronchitis and possible sinus infection, but I'm experiencing severe stomach pain, cramping, and diarrhea after each dose, with nausea the next morning. My doctor prescribed amoxicillin instead. My main concern is avoiding C. difficile. Will switching antibiotics mid-course increase the risk of C. difficile? Should I complete the full ten-day course of amoxicillin even though I've already taken two days of Z pack?

October 12th, 2024

Is it possible to increase human height by applying continuous pressure on bones (like a stretching machine) over a long period, forcing them to adapt and grow longer, especially before growth plates close?

December 16th, 2024

I eat hemp hearts for my health and I also take several Chinese medical products. Would that give a false positive for marijuana? I was tested for work on a random and came up positive.

July 20th, 2023

I have been diagnosed with anxiety disorder and am experiencing severe symptoms such as hot sweats, shakiness, dizziness, chest tightness, headaches, frequent urination, and a general feeling of being unwell. I am terrified that the doctors have missed a serious underlying condition. Can anxiety cause these symptoms, and what other medical conditions could be causing them?

March 5th, 2023

My 75-year-old sister is recovering from four major operations, including the removal of sarcomas in her left ankle and breast cancer in her left breast (breast now removed). She did not undergo chemotherapy or radiotherapy. She has haematomas above her left breast, causing discomfort and tightness in her upper chest, especially in the evenings. She is on warfarin due to an embolism post-operation. What can be done to ease her discomfort, and how long might this condition last?

May 11th, 2024