I think I might have an ear infection. My ear started hurting today, and I have a bit of a headache and am sensitive to loud noises. I am 25 years old, not currently using any medications, and have a history of ear infections as a child but haven't had one since getting surgery (tubes in ears). My nose isn't stuffy, I don't have a sore throat, and my ear isn't clogged, just painful. I don't have a fever but occasionally experience difficulty with balance/dizziness. There is no discharge, and I am not taking any medicines except for ibuprofen earlier, which didn't help much. The only physical condition I have is anemia.

November 18th, 2024

I recently noticed a rash that started last Friday, along with a spot on my penis that looked like dry skin. The rash is not itchy or swollen, and I'm a 35-year-old male with no current medications. I had shingles in the past and may have had HPV in 2012. What could this rash be, and should my partner be concerned?

October 12th, 2023

My last period was June 4th, and I have not had a period since then. Should I be concerned? What should I do?

November 11th, 2023

I might have worn a tampon over another tampon yesterday morning. I felt a little resistance while inserting one and later suspected that I might have already had a tampon inside. I have no irritation or discomfort except for bloating. I am not getting any menstrual flow. How long should I wait to seek medical help to ensure I don't get an infection if a tampon is lodged in? Should I be looking for any specific symptoms?

December 4th, 2023

I have aortic calcifications and am concerned about their cause and seriousness. I am a 42-year-old female with a history of MAC lung disease, part of my left lung removed in 2018, and currently on a liquid diet due to eosinophilic esophagitis. I take fondaparinux, montelukast, qvar, xopenex, Ensure, dexamethasone, and guaifenesin. What causes aortic calcifications, is it serious, and what can be done to reverse it?

May 7th, 2024