Is it possible to develop an allergy to cats after over 65 years of owning them? I tested negative for cat allergies in December 2006. I have had perennial nasal allergies since moving to Nebraska, which seem to have increased since keeping all three cats inside 24/7 for the last nine months. I am severely allergic to dust mites and take medication that causes rhinitis. What are my options and is there statistical evidence showing the percentage of people who develop allergies after long-term exposure to an allergen?

April 30th, 2024

I have been dealing with various ear, sinus, and eustachian tube issues for many years, including infections, fluctuating hearing, and a cochlear implant. My symptoms include ear fullness, heavy ears, neck pulling, and fluctuating hearing due to middle ear swelling. I am currently on antibiotics but am not functioning well. What treatments are available for eustachian tube dysfunction and middle ear issues, and how can they be managed effectively?

September 26th, 2023

I have been exercising for a long time, typically 3-4 days of resistance training and 5-6 days of aerobic work per week. Recently, I've noticed my legs feel extremely tired after workouts, with muscle twitches and tightness. I can still perform the same exercises with the same weights and distances, but my upper body is unaffected. I have never stretched before or after workouts. I am a type 2 diabetic with controlled blood glucose levels (A1C less than 7, usually below 6) and weigh 305 lbs. What could be causing this and is there anything I can do about it?

December 14th, 2024

I've noticed small reddish specks in my stool, which seem to be pastel reddish and part of the stool. I'm concerned because I've been struggling with health anxiety for a long time. I had no abdominal pain or pain with the bowel movement, but my stool has smelled worse lately. I ate carrots and tomato sauce yesterday. Today, I noticed a small deep red dot in my stool, which looked different from yesterday. I have a history of mild gastritis, hiatal hernia, and esophagitis. Should I be worried about colorectal cancer?

August 23rd, 2023

I have a blood clot in my left calf, not in a deep vein, and I'm being treated with Lovomox and a shot twice a day. Can I apply heat or cold to help with the pain, and should I continue taking Advil for anti-inflammatory purposes?

July 5th, 2024