I was on Toprol for heart palpitations for 3 days and stopped it due to severe side effects. I've had a worsening headache since stopping and it's not responding to Tylenol. The headache is daily, radiates down my neck, and is accompanied by nausea. Is this related to the medication, and can I take ibuprofen after Tylenol?

March 13th, 2024

A few months ago, I severely injured the heel of my foot by kicking an ice chunk. I have constant heel pain, swelling at times, and occasional pain in my other foot and hip. Should I see a Podiatrist or an Orthopedic Doctor?

September 29th, 2024

I have ulnar nerve entrapment and noticed muscle wasting on my left hand, approximately 2cm in. Is this the worst case you have seen? Should I consider stem cell therapy after surgery, and can it help speed up the recovery process?

May 21st, 2024

What is the likelihood of a male getting genital herpes (HSV-2) from a female who had no signs of oral herpes (HSV-1) but had HSV-2, after receiving oral sex? The female had no sores in the mouth or around, and the male did not kiss her or come in contact with any other part of her body.

May 15th, 2023

I have reduced my A1c from 8.7 to 6.9 in 3 1/2 months and lost 80 pounds. To protect my kidneys from damage, what should my blood pressure be? My current BP is 130/77. Is it true that even well-controlled diabetics can still have kidney damage? I'm trying to reverse my diabetes and get my A1c below 5.7.

October 27th, 2023