Is a WCC reading of 15 high in a fasting blood test, and could it indicate leukemia? I have not seen a doctor about leukemia, but my GP asked for this test. My medical history includes exercising a lot and being a 42-year-old smoker. I have no symptoms like fever.

June 7th, 2024

I have been experiencing uncomfortable vaginal symptoms, including itching, increased discharge, and a dry, red, itchy rash on my vulva, after having unprotected sex with a previous partner who gave me oral sex with a beard and we used a new lubricant. What do you believe is the cause of these symptoms?

April 4th, 2024

I had a bad cold about a month ago and now I have a dry cough and need to clear my throat. I noticed a pea-sized lymph node, which the doctor wasn't concerned about 5 weeks ago. I have anxiety about cancer, especially since having my son in October 2018. Could this lymph node be a sign of something serious, and how long might it take for the lymph node to disappear?

June 15th, 2023

What does it mean when a medical test for infectious agents like Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Treponema pallidum, and HIV-1 antigen(s) with HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies is marked as 'Active'?

August 27th, 2024

I work in an office setting and was exposed to someone with walking pneumonia who started antibiotics two days ago. They did not sneeze, cough, or touch anything while near me, and the doctor said they are no longer contagious after 48 hours on antibiotics. I used hand sanitizer and disinfected the room. What are the chances of me contracting pneumonia, and is there anything else I can do to lower my risk?

October 29th, 2024