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I was bitten by a tick 3-4 days ago in my backyard near College Park, Maryland. The bite area has a round red rash resembling a bull's eye, and the tick appears to be a black-legged deer tick. I have not yet seen a doctor but am worried about Lyme disease. What should I do next, how is Lyme disease diagnosed, and what is the treatment for it?
October 6th, 2024
I have been unwell for about 5 weeks, starting with feeling sick, followed by a D+V bug, queasiness, vomiting, intermittent sickness, tummy pains low down, headaches, and a stiff neck. What could be causing these symptoms and should I see my GP?
December 10th, 2023
I'm 39 years old and have been diagnosed with female pattern baldness. Will this stop soon and run its course, or will all my hair fall out? If I get my tubes tied, can I take Propecia? Also, will vitamins help, and which ones are the best to take to prevent hair loss?
June 3rd, 2024
My 72-year-old husband has extreme fatigue, despite normal blood work except for low testosterone, which we are treating with injections. He sleeps a lot and struggles to do daily activities. What could be causing his fatigue, and what tests should we consider to diagnose the issue?
August 12th, 2023
I have an area of hair loss on my scalp which I have been told is Alopecia Areata. However, there is no bare or smooth patch; the area is covered in stubble with an expanding area of very short hairs around it. It's as if the hair is either breaking or only growing through and then stopping. Is this Alopecia or may it be something else? Whatever it is, it's very distressing.
August 8th, 2024
I have been experiencing gas with slight bowel leakage since early yesterday. I do not have a fever and am sensitive to foods known to cause gas. I am concerned if this is related to food allergies, a precursor to a serious disease, or a form of stomach flu. Additionally, I am unable to leave my home due to the odor associated with the condition. What other conditions could these signs indicate?
April 13th, 2023