My dad had a heavy nosebleed on Thursday evening and because he was on warfarin, they suggested he go to the hospital for blood tests. They confirmed his INR was 2.9 and that there were no problems in the results they saw. However, today he is coughing up some darkish blood with his phlegm. Should we be concerned? He is 86.

November 9th, 2024

Is multiple myeloma hereditary?

November 14th, 2024

My CT scan shows degenerative changes in my back and chronic remodeling of the left costochondral junction in the left lower thoracic cage. I experience discomfort on the left side of my stomach, leading to poor appetite. What additional information do you need to further understand my condition?

May 1st, 2023

I just received my MRI results of the cervical spine. I am having severe pain in my left shoulder and arm along with numbness at night. The MRI states 'C6-7: Concentric disc bulge. Shallow broad-based central disc protrusion. No significant compromise of the central canal or foramen.' The findings also state 'No acute vertebral body compression fracture. Marrow signal was normal. No bony destructive process. No spondylolisthesis. Diffuse disc desiccation. Clear craniocervical junction. Homogeneous cord signal intensity.' My appointment with the spine center is still a month away. My pain in the shoulder and arm is getting worse. I am wondering if my spine is causing this problem, or if I should get back with my PCP to check for other problems.

August 6th, 2024

I keep getting pain behind my right eye and severe headaches, sometimes turning into migraines. When this happens, I get dizzy, struggle to see clearly, and the only relief I get is by pressing against my eye with my thumb. I've had an eye test, which was normal, and I experience this at least 4 to 5 times a week, making it hard to function for hours. What could be causing this, and what should I do?

May 2nd, 2023