My oxygen level dropped to 71% for a minute and then went back up to 96%. I have a history of blood clots and am on blood thinners. I had a headache and felt anxious when I saw the low oxygen level. What could cause my oxygen level to fluctuate like this, and how can I ensure it's not a serious issue?

July 16th, 2024

I am having right shoulder pain that worsens when I cough, and it has been like this for two days. The cough is somewhat constant throughout the day but gets worse at night. It is a wet and dry cough with some tightness in my chest, and I am experiencing shallow breathing due to the pain. I am currently using Mucinex and Robitussin, and I am 28 years old. I have no known allergies and have never been diagnosed with tuberculosis. What could be causing this pain, and what should I do for relief?

August 18th, 2024

I have HSV-1 and my partner also has it. If she gives me oral sex, can she infect my genitals even though I already have HSV-1 in my mouth?

October 15th, 2023

I’m experiencing increased urges to masturbate, tingling in the pelvis and groin, heightened genital sensitivity, and a constant feeling of arousal that lessens when distracted or asleep. I’m concerned about Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder (PGAD) and whether these symptoms are physical or due to my mental health issues, such as health anxiety and OCD. How can I determine if this is a physical condition or a psychosomatic response?

June 5th, 2024

My partner and I, both in our late 70s, have been using laxatives for several years and are concerned about laxative abuse. Laxatives no longer work for us. How can we transition back to regularity, beyond increasing fiber, water, and exercise?

December 2nd, 2023