I have been experiencing a feeling of something stuck in my throat for a couple of days, making it hard to swallow and causing gagging but not vomiting. What could be causing this and what can I do about it?

February 16th, 2024

I dropped a metal can of bug spray on my big toe by accident. The can weighs about 10 oz, and I was wearing a sock but no shoes. How can you tell if it’s broken or fractured?

July 5th, 2024

My 4-week-old son fell forward in his rocker and has a small knot on the right side of his head. He is not showing signs of distress but is occasionally fussy. What should I look for and how should I manage the knot?

May 27th, 2023

What questions should I ask the surgeon before undergoing CABG surgery, considering I am a 73-year-old man with multiple blockages as shown by an angiography report? I want to know the dangers, pros and cons of the surgery, and if there are any alternatives.

April 22nd, 2023

I developed hemorrhoid-like symptoms (burning, itching, pain) after a high fiber diet, and noticed a 'growth' in the area. After a misdiagnosis of a polyp, I found it was stuck to my body hairs. Should I keep my appointment with the general surgeon, or is it better to leave it alone?

September 25th, 2023