A 71-year-old male is experiencing a sensation of a shade or curtain being pulled down over his left eye, sudden onset of floaters and bright flashing lights, eye pain, headache, and increased teariness. He denies fever, chills, and weakness. What could be the cause of these symptoms, what diagnostic tests should be done, and what would be the treatment management and patient/family education?

April 24th, 2024

I have a medical question regarding my breasts. One breast feels slightly heavy and tight on the inside. My husband checks regularly and finds no lumps. I have health anxiety and am concerned if this is a serious symptom. I am 27 years old with no family history of breast cancer. Should I be worried, and what could be causing this?

August 12th, 2024

I have a drug test this coming Friday at 3pm. My usage in the past 3 days has been: Saturday night, 3 hits, Sunday night, 2 hits, and tonight, 2 hits. Prior to that, I did not smoke for 8 days. Do you think I will pass? Also, I am very thin and work out every day. The test is for urine, and it needs to be below 50 for specific concentrations of THC.

June 4th, 2024

Can low cortisol and ACTH levels be caused by stress, and what further testing or treatment might be necessary if they are found to be low?

September 23rd, 2024

I have a persistent tickling sensation on the top of my skin, particularly in my legs, which is driving me insane. The sensation improves if I rub the area, but it comes back. I also feel a pressure sensation in my right leg when taking a step down. I initially thought it might be restless leg syndrome, but it's better when I'm laying down and I don't have the urge to move my legs. I'm concerned and anxious that it might be something serious. What could this be, and what tests should I consider to determine the cause?

June 7th, 2023