I have a tiny, painless bump on the back of my head, about the size of my fingertip. It's somewhat hard, smooth, and I can only feel it. I noticed it a couple of months ago and haven't used any medication for it. I'm a 20-year-old male. What could this bump be?

November 17th, 2024

I have strep throat and started antibiotics today. I'm scheduled for total joint surgery in a week. Will this prevent me from having the surgery?

September 10th, 2023

I am an overweight 53-year-old woman with hypertension, depression, and anxiety. My recent blood work showed a creatinine level of 1.3. Is this a sign of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)?

September 17th, 2023

Can I get a release to work from a doctor other than the one I was originally seeing, possibly through a video meeting? I have no disabilities and voluntarily admitted myself to resident rehab, which I completed. I was then sent to an IOP, which I did not complete due to conflicting schedules as a single father. I was discharged from the IOP and never failed any drug or alcohol tests. How can I obtain a work release since my FMLA or disability was not extended?

February 23rd, 2024

I have been experiencing small amounts of bright red blood on toilet paper when I wipe, along with extreme itchiness and occasional pain after wiping. My bowel movements vary from large and big to very ribbon-like. I am a 26-year-old moderate smoker and drinker, with no other drugs or medications. This bleeding has been occurring for about two months, with no pain during bowel movements, but pain when wiping and after. I also have a 103.5 fever today, which I doubt is related. What could be causing these symptoms, and what steps can I take to address them?

January 10th, 2023