I have bumps inside my urethral opening that are smooth and not raised much, and I have urinary symptoms like burning, dribbling, and frequent urination. I've had tests for STDs that came back negative, except for a low positive for HSV-1. Could these symptoms be related to HPV or genital warts, or what else could be causing them?

March 25th, 2023

I have been experiencing brain zaps, headaches, pressure, scalp itching and burning for over a month, which started after receiving Botox. The headache is mainly at the top of my head, behind the neck, and sometimes behind my ears. I have been prescribed Norgesic, which caused nausea, and now Sirdalud is recommended. I am experiencing nausea and weakness. Could this be a tension headache, and could it last this long and cause these symptoms? Should I consider an MRI if the medication does not help?

September 24th, 2023

I had a colonoscopy yesterday and now I'm experiencing shortness of breath, chest pain, and a fever. Have you received any sedation or anesthesia during the colonoscopy?

November 20th, 2023

I am concerned about the risk of STDs, specifically HIV and Hepatitis C, after cutting my hand on a cardboard box in a work office setting. I made contact with dried blood. Am I at risk, and should I get tested?

December 27th, 2024

I recently had Covid followed by an exacerbation of my asthma. I have a week or two in between each illness. The most recent symptoms are a stuffy nose, swollen glands, crepitus, and wheezing in my throat. I have had this before and was diagnosed with traceitis. Treated effectively with a round of antibiotics. I do not have a prescription currently. I am 62 years old with mild hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, and asthma. I take Symbicort 2 puffs twice a day and Singulair daily. I got COVID on January 16th, went on Paxlovid on the 17th, and after a week felt well, then asthma started a week later. Well for about a week, then this started about 3-4 days ago. I used Alvesco when Symbicort at its max of 8 puffs a day isn't working to control my asthma and it is very effective. This is definitely localized to my throat. Crepitus and wheezing. My nose is very stuffy. I have been unwell for months, having what was probably RSV in November, Norwalk before Christmas, then COVID, asthma, and now this. Very frustrating. I have a dear friend newly diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, should I avoid her?

December 17th, 2023