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My 40-year-old daughter is a vocalist who has been diagnosed with an infected throat and was prescribed an antibiotic. The doctor also discovered something on her thyroid through palpation. She was given a thyroid blood test that came out normal and has been scheduled for an ultrasound and referred to an ENT specialist. Can throat infections affect the thyroid? What is the best approach to get an accurate diagnosis and best treatment? Are there nonsurgical ways to deal with an enlarged thyroid?
October 10th, 2023
My left foot is swelling up after a long flight from Minnesota to Thailand. The swelling occurs as the day progresses and is not present when I wake up. I have no pain or noticeable redness. Should I go to a local Thai hospital to get it checked out, and if so, what should they check for?
April 23rd, 2024
I am Lawrence Jacobsen, 57, with muscle atrophy and conversion disorder, both lifelong conditions. I have a service dog certified but can't afford a place to stay that is PWD designated. I just got out of the hospital again due to pain and mobility issues. How much do I pay for your time?
April 24th, 2024
I have been having orange/yellow colored chunks in my stool that resemble swollen corn, but I have not eaten any corn in over 10 days. It is present in almost every loose bowel movement. What could this be?
January 18th, 2024
Is it reasonably possible that the use of prescription psychotropic drugs, such as SNRIs, SSRIs, TCAs, neuroleptic agents, and non-benzo anti-anxiety drugs, within therapeutic dosages and indications, could impair an individual's cognitive function or sedation level to the extent that it might influence their recollection of previous events and facts, rendering them unfit to give accurate sworn testimony under penalty for perjury before a court of law in the United States?
March 27th, 2023
I caught flu and had an ear infection in late August. I was prescribed Zinnat 500 mg twice a day, and although my sore throat cleared, there is still fluid behind my eardrum. Now, I have a sore throat again, even though I finished my antibiotic course. Could I have caught flu again, especially since many people around me have it? Additionally, I have IBS and GERD. Could my sore throat be related to these conditions or allergies, given that I have sinus issues and am taking Rhinocort 64 micrograms twice a day?
May 14th, 2024