My brother, who is 28 years old, 5ft 7, and weighs only 8 stone, has been trying to gain weight for years without success, despite eating a lot. He experiences immediate bowel movements after eating, and all blood tests, including thyroid tests, have come back normal. What could be causing this and what additional tests should be considered?

April 1st, 2024

I have been perimenopausal for a few years now. Periods are still somewhat regular but sometimes I miss them. Lately, I have been experiencing mild cramping occasionally. Can these symptoms be attributed to hormones?

December 25th, 2024

Should I continue taking Lustral, and how should I manage my reactive depression, suicidal thoughts, and lack of interest in life after a breakup with my fiancé?

March 8th, 2023

I have been sneezing uncontrollably over the last week, accompanied by a running nose, coughing fits, a dry cough causing throat tingling, and a feeling of throat swelling. I also have a soft strained sound when breathing in. I'm allergic to dust mites and ragweed, but my symptoms seem worse at home. Is this caused by an airborne allergen, and what treatment should I follow?

September 12th, 2023

I have had bronchitis and an ear infection for over two weeks. Treatments include steroid taper tablets, antibiotics, and steroid ear drops, which helped remove a large amount of ear wax. I feel better, but my feet, ankles, and legs are swollen. I've been trying to keep the swelling down for three days, but it keeps coming back. I'm really scared. What should I expect next?

June 25th, 2023