I have a small infection in the outer cartilage of my ear. I've had these in the past, and my doctor prescribed an antibiotic, with great success. It's Sunday, tomorrow's a holiday, etc. I wouldn't worry except that a couple of years ago, I had heart surgery, with a valve replacement. My surgeon was fierce with me, Don't go to a dentist without taking amoxicillin, we're worried infections can go to the heart. My questions: Would my ear infection be worrisome too in this regard? If so, can you prescribe an antibiotic for me? Thanks.

March 22nd, 2024

My elbow suddenly started getting sore on Tuesday and has been sore for 3 days. My forearm and shoulder have also been sore, and there is a pain on the right side of my chest. The elbow is swollen, tender, and red, and feels hot to touch. I suspect it might be a spider bite, but I can’t see any puncture marks. What could be causing this and what should I do?

April 8th, 2024

I found something abnormal on my left breast a few weeks ago, and it seems to have grown. I'm 31 years old, not on any medications, and have a family history of cancer. I need a referral for a diagnostic screening. What should I do?

November 12th, 2023

My husband has been experiencing chronic stomach pain that has worsened over time, described as a stabbing feeling. He is 32 years old, taking Pantoprazol, and has diarrhea with loose stool but not a lot of diarrhea. He also experiences chills and feels cold even in warm weather. The pain is localized to the top part of his stomach and does not worsen after eating. What could be causing his symptoms and what should he do?

March 10th, 2023

I’m having pressure in one eyebrow. I had it a few months ago and was given antibiotics for sinusitis. I have a history of allergies and a deviated septum. It also started after the loss of my father, so I thought it may be stress-related. What should I do?

April 23rd, 2023