I had my cortisol levels and ACTH tested in the afternoon a couple of months back, and they were in the normal range. My morning cortisol level was borderline high two days ago. With a higher level in the morning, is it possible I have Cushing syndrome? Or because my levels go down in the afternoon, is that unlikely? Would I need further testing like a late-night cortisol test to tell?

October 21st, 2024

What could be causing intermittent lower stomach left side pain, especially after taking clindamycin, Advil, and Tylenol for a tooth abscess and root canal, and experiencing heartburn and diarrhea?

January 1st, 2024

My cheeks get too red on a daily basis, not just when I shower or exercise. The redness has been persistent for about a year or two, and it bothers me a lot. I have sensitive skin and use only a milk cleanser, moisturizer, sunscreen, and facial oil. I haven't used any medication for this and haven't seen a dermatologist. What could be causing this redness, and what should I do about it?

May 1st, 2023

I was diagnosed with an endometriotic cyst in my left ovary in June 2019. I have been experiencing left side pelvic pain and have been using diclofenac potassium and Yaz birth control pills to manage it. The pain seems to worsen after starting Yaz and occurs consistently a few hours after taking the pill. How should I manage my condition and should I continue taking Yaz?

December 16th, 2023

My nephew lives with my mother who has primary central nervous system lymphoma. My nephew has hand, foot, and mouth disease. My mother is post-radiation treatment and has ongoing chemotherapy. Can she catch hand, foot, and mouth disease from him?

August 24th, 2024