An elderly man I live with recently had his gall bladder removed. Today, a part of the incision is bleeding very mildly. Will it be sufficient to tape some gauze over it? The man is taking an anti-coagulant to get rid of a couple of clots.

May 28th, 2023

What are the effects of hormones from the adrenal medulla, what stimulates the release of secretin from the duodenum, which cell type in the testis allows a man to be fertile throughout life, what happens when blood glucose levels remain high for a long period of time, and which bodily function is an example of positive feedback?

May 4th, 2024

I’ve had a constant cough and chest tightness since the beginning of October, which has worsened at night. The cough was initially wet but is now dry, accompanied by wheezing. I live in California and thought it was related to wildfire exposure. My doctor prescribed an inhaler, and I also have a history of mild asthma that usually flares up during cold workouts. What could be causing this, and what should I do?

May 24th, 2024

I have had lower back pain for several days now, making lifting things nearly impossible. I’ve tried hot and cold packs (alternating) and various exercises. What should I do next?

February 9th, 2023

My 20-month-old daughter keeps holding her groin area and seems very uncomfortable and upset. She cries a lot when this happens. A urine sample tested clear for a UTI infection. What could be causing her discomfort, and what should I do next?

August 13th, 2024