Can Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) start with low lumbar atrophy, fasciculations, pelvic spasticity, or pelvic weakness, and can diffuse disc bulging at L4-L5 cause lumbar atrophy?

December 30th, 2023

How do I know if I have strep throat? I was having trouble/pain while swallowing. I wasn’t exposed to anyone with strep though. What are the symptoms, and should I get tested or try any treatments?

October 7th, 2024

I'm a 22-year-old male with a painful rash on my chest that I think might be acne. It's been present for two years and is often very large. I've had symptoms that made me think it could be related to HIV for about six months, but a CBC blood test showed all levels were healthy. What could this rash be, and is it related to HIV?

August 10th, 2023

I just found out today that I have Covid. It’s the first time I’ve had it. I am 32 years old and only have one shot of vaccine that I received a year ago. I have a slight fever ranging from 100.5 - 101.5. I just took some Tylenol about 2 hours ago and my temp is down to 99.6. Is that normal for it to just go down a little? I also have no real cough or any other symptoms besides some muscle pains in my thighs. I am very nervous about this. I am afraid it is going to take a turn for the worst. I have been drinking water and trying to rest but I can’t stop the thoughts that this is going to kill me. What should I do to manage my symptoms and how long should I expect them to last?

July 20th, 2023

Why am I nauseous all the time and have no appetite to eat? I am 23 and worried I might have pancreatic or stomach cancer.

February 4th, 2024