I've been tested for HIV and HCV 4.5 months after my last sexual exposure, which was protected sex with a CSW. All tests have come back negative, including HIV 4th Generation Duo, Hep B Ag, Hep C Ab & Syphilis. However, I'm concerned that simultaneous infection of both HIV and HCV could cause false negatives in both tests. Is there any truth to this?

January 13th, 2023

The left side of my stomach and left side of my back feels numb. What can I do about that or what's going on with my situation?

November 7th, 2023

On November 1st, I had a brain MRI with and without contrast. Since then, I've been experiencing severe tenderness and pain in the back of my head, which is worsening and now includes a lump. Additionally, I'm noticing pain in other areas such as my neck. Could this be a reaction from the gadolinium used in the MRI?

November 27th, 2024

I have a sinus infection and received a steroid shot yesterday. Today, I experienced redness and heat in my right cheek and ear, which later spread to my middle back and right arm, feeling like a sunburn and slightly itchy. Could this be an allergic reaction to the shot or the Augmentin medication, or something else?

October 3rd, 2023

I am 61 years old. My Calcium level is 11.2 (standard is 8.3 to 9.8), my Phosphorus level is in normal range, my PTH is less than 3, my Creatinine is 1.8, and my GFR is 29. I have been diagnosed with Sarcoids with a biopsy about 8 years ago. Is it possible that my elevated calcium levels are suppressing my PTH levels, and should I consider a kidney biopsy to confirm if the Sarcoids are affecting my kidneys?

July 19th, 2024