I am a 48-year-old certified medical assistant living in Thomaston, GA. Since April, my health has rapidly deteriorated, with symptoms gradually showing over the last four years. I have lost over 40 lbs, now weighing 114 lbs at 5'9", despite eating more. My last labs showed a low BUN of 3, a BUN creatinine ratio of 7, and elevated phosphorus level. My energy is almost gone, and I can barely manage household tasks. I had an adrenal stimulation test with no answers, and my vitamin D level is low despite taking 2000 units daily. What could be causing this, and what tests should I consider?

February 26th, 2024

I have scalp tenderness and soreness mostly over the top back part of my head. It is better some days than others, but is very sore to the touch. Sometimes my scalp feels too tight! Any thoughts on this?

February 1st, 2024

I have been experiencing frequent urination and severe pressure on my bladder for two weeks. My doctor found no infection but prescribed two different antibiotics. The pressure on my bladder persists even after urination. I vaguely recall someone mentioning a friend whose bladder had fallen and required stitching. What can you tell me about this?

May 30th, 2023

I am a 63-year-old female who had a colonoscopy yesterday and a large, flat polyp was discovered. A part was removed for a biopsy. I was told that if it is benign, I will have another colonoscopy in a few weeks for its removal, and should it be malignant I will have surgery. I have 2 prior colonoscopies which were both clear. I read that flat polys were 10 times more likely to be malignant. Is this true? Also, what is your opinion about the chances of my polyp's being benign?

August 9th, 2024

I experienced decompression sickness (the bends) due to a nitrogen bubble in the early 80s while stationed at NAS Miramar as a Hospital Corpsman. I now have several blood clots in my left leg and was advised that the bends could manifest years later with circulatory problems. Could you provide a professional opinion and any documented cases of similar complications to support my service-connected disability claim for my current blood clotting (DVTs)?

May 16th, 2024