Getting Rid of Tension Headaches With Simple Remedies Q: I am a 35 year old male. I started having some new daily headaches about 12 weeks ago. I went to my internal medicine doctor. He ordered a brain CT non-contrast to be safe. I have had headaches in the past but not daily. The study […]
Lab Diagnosis of Excess Fecal Fat Q: I have been doing a lot of research lately regarding my symptoms of malabsorption of fat. I eat very carefully and still have 33% of body fat, all in the lower part of the body. My Mom and my late grandmother have had a lot of issues. I […]
How to Get Tested for Chlamydia and Syphilis? Q: My ESR 1 hour test was normal 3 times. I had risky behaviors 8 months ago. Does it mean I am not infected by syphilis or chlamydia? I am a male, 39 years old. -By Farzad Reply: ESR is not a diagnostic test. So a normal ESR […]
Cutaneous Fungal Infection Below The Breast Fold Q: I am a 52 year old woman in a good health. Three months ago I developed a rash under my breast. It was very irritating, itchy and gave off an odor. The rash under my breast is about 85% gone. However, now it has moved to the […]
Watching and Taking Precautions During Initial Weeks of Pregnancy Q: Hello Doctor, I am pregnant. My LMP date was 5th August. I got my early pregnancy sonography done on 17th September. The report mentioned- “GS measures 0.87 cm corresponding to 4w6d.” Rest all was reported normal but was asked to repeat sonography after 10 days […]
Throat Pain Due to Infection Q: I have on-and-off pain in my throat, next to my Adams apple. I went to the ER as I am currently unemployed. They gave me 40 penicillin VK 500 mg; I am in the 5th of the course. Some days it feels like it is helping and other days […]
Throat Lump Due to Infection Q: I’ve just come back from doctor. Ho told me that I have a cyst in my throat and asked me to visit again in 2 weeks. He gave me penicillin. What happens the cyst doesn’t go away or if it grows in size? -By Karina, female, 23 yrs old. […]
Ways to Prevent Profusely Sweaty Feet and Underarms Q: Hi, this is regarding a sweating problem. I have been experiencing abnormal sweating. Even in AC my arm pits, palms and feet are sweating vigorously. I am in much embarrassed position because of this during official meetings. Please advice me for overcoming this problem. -By Riyaz […]
Managing Bumps in the Private Area Q: I am 16 years old virgin. I am worried about this pimple-like bump on my private section. I popped it recently, and blood and pus came out. Is there any possibility that it might be something else if not a vaginal pimple. The anticipation is killing me. Please […]
Precautions for Healthy Conception After Spontaneous Abortion Q: Hi, I am 37 years old female. Last month I suffered a missed abortion. Can you please advice precautions, so that I can deliver a healthy baby. -By Rajni Reply: It is important to first investigate the cause of abortion. After that, corrective measures need to be […]
