I have been nauseous for 7 days, with no vomiting or diarrhea, and was constipated for a couple of days but better now. My blood work showed elevated ALT, but everything else was okay. I had an EKG a few weeks ago which was normal. What could I be sick with?

May 22nd, 2024

I recently returned from the Philippines and started experiencing diarrhea, abdominal pain, and nausea. The pain is severe and has caused vomiting. I'm concerned about the severity of the pain and how long I should wait before going to the emergency room. Additionally, I have a history of mild gallbladder issues and had a fatty liver during COVID, which I reversed with diet and exercise. What should I do?

September 29th, 2023

I had protected sex with a woman who has had multiple sex partners before. Although I used condoms, I briefly performed oral sex on her. Should I get an HIV test?

March 2nd, 2024

I'm experiencing symptoms such as feeling hot without a fever, red ears, throat pain when swallowing, and increased mucus production, possibly due to recent intense workouts and vocal strain. I'm concerned about potential illness and its impact on my family, especially my wife and 9-month-old baby. What could be the cause of these symptoms and what self-care measures should I take?

December 2nd, 2024

I am a 68-year-old woman with low immunoglobulin levels, and my husband has recently tested positive for Covid. We are both up-to-date on our Covid shots. I am planning to isolate myself on the lower level of our house while my husband stays upstairs, wearing masks and minimizing contact. I am considering using a tarp to block air passage and will wear an N95 mask when necessary. I am also thinking about going to a hotel if the home plan is not safe enough. How safe is this plan, and if it is safe, can I go upstairs after my husband has been out for a certain amount of time to shower or get items from the fridge?

February 25th, 2023