Hi. My feet turn bluish (once dark purple) when sitting and back to normal when walking. Look normal in the morning and start getting red and swollen toes when standing. Compression socks help with the blue color but not the …

My feet turn bluish (once dark purple) when sitting and back to normal when walking? Read more »

I had a baby in nov. 1 week later i had emergency hysterectomy and blood transfusions. 5 weeks later i started ending up in ER every few days same problems: shortness of breath , racing heart ,PVCs , legpain, dizzyness, …

Doctors want to push postpartum depression pills again? Read more »

Hello, I’ve had genital warts for a few months now and have been using 100% tee tree oil on them twice a day for about a month or so. I’ve been to 2 different doctors in the last few weeks …

I’ve had genital warts for a few months now, what can be done? Read more »

I had a spinal fusion surgery done last year, now have difficulty swallowing food. A swelling occurred in supraclavical area. Had MRI, US done. All good. Surgeon says not due to surgery. tested for cushings and it isn’t cushings either. …

I had a spinal fusion surgery now have difficulty swallowing food? Read more »

Hello…I am a 50 year old female. I was diagnosed with Type A influenza three weeks ago, on December 24, 2017. I continued to have the regular flu symptoms for several weeks and was experiencing quite a bit of coughing …

I was diagnosed with Type A influenza with bronchial thickening, is this anything to be worried about? Read more »

I have hypertension and am currently taking Aldomet 250 mg, Minax 50 mg, Irbesartan 300 mg, Physiotens 0.02 and 0.04 mg, Dithiazide 12.5 mg, Two to Three years ago I developed three pulmonary embolisms in my right lung, I did …

I have hypertension, my Dr asked me to stop taking Aldomet and Dithiazide, please advise? Read more »

A few weeks ago, i experienced a few bumps on the glans of my penis, they had a small head to them, and within 36 hours had scabbed up. There was absolutely no pain with them or itching. They never …

Experiencing painless bumps on penis, tests all negative, need second doctor opinion? Read more »

Second opinion – Gynecology Hello there – had some strange spotting at week 3 of my pill, which never happened before. I just had a ultrasound and found that I have a uterin fibroid of 3 cm and a cyst …

I just had a ultrasound and found that I have a uterin fibroid, need Second opinion – Gynecology? Read more »

I haves severe cervical and lumbar spondylytis. every morning when I get up both my arms are numb and painful until fully restored. pain radiates from left back of neck to back of head. bp is 150 by 100. have …

I severe cervical and lumbar spondylitis every morning when I get up both my arms are numb, pleae advise? Read more »

My dad who is 55 had Coloanal Anastomosis with protectomy procedure 4 weeks back due to the malignant differential adenocarcinoma in lower 1/3rd rectum. It was not invasive and PET scan was clear for any other area. Since the surgery, …

Had a Coloanal Anastomosis with protectomy procedure, need another PET scan? Read more »

Hi Dr…I don’t have asthma..but whenever I drink a very cold/chilled beverage or even sit in air conditioner, I suddenly feel extreme shortness of breath, dizziness, vertigo,sharp heaviness in skull, neck, anxiety and panic. Now, this continues for many hours …

I suddenly feel extreme shortness of breath, dizziness, vertigo,sharp heaviness in skull, neck, anxiety and panic? Read more »

hello , my dad had pain on the right side, in hospital we did an MRI and a x scan wich showed multiple (full) spots on liver. his tumor marker blood tests are very normal. cea, ca-19-9, psa, lipase, amylase, …

Is it possible to have normal tumor markers and normal liver functions while having a cancer? Read more »

Single Umbilical Artery observed in 22nd Wk L2 Pregnency Ultrasound. All other Parameters are observed fine related to Growth of Fetal. Want to know how to deal with this. Can we go for Amniocentesis or Chromosome Study as Low Lying …

I am 22 weeks pregnant, ultrasound shows Single Umbilical Artery, please help? Read more »

I developed breathing difficulties approx 2 years ago, which have worsened daily since. I am consistently told by the doctor that I am hyper ventilating due to anxiety …. I only wish this were the case but it isn’t. I …

I developed breathing difficulties approx 2 years ago, which have worsened daily since? Read more »

My wife kept taking primolut-n for five days for regularize the three months delayed period after the pregnancy test showing negative, but after 15 days not started period, so meet with the doctor and checked blood, that time result came …

My wife kept taking primolut-n even after pregnancy, is there a problem? Read more »

i have injury in right leg knee and the report of MRI as follow MRI report: The ACL could not be seen near its femoral attachment while the rest of its fibers are seen sagging on the tibial surface with …

I have injury in right leg, need surgery or is there another option? Read more »

Good day i am a 27 yr old male with painful swelling in both calfs and behind both knee. I have had a bi lateral anterior faciotomy and ankle spurs removed from both legs but approximately 18 months post op …

I have painful swelling in both calfs and behind both knees, doctors are puzzled, need second opinion? Read more »

I am a male, married for 2 years now and have a 6 month old baby boy. I’ve been following LCHF (Low carb-High Fat) diet for just 2 months only. But for the last 5 months, I feel I’ve lost …

I’ve been following LCHF (Low carb-High Fat) diet for just 2 months only, please advise? Read more »

Im (…), 36 i been having this right side pain for some time now but 2 day’s ago my stomach was hurting as well , i went to the er and they did a ultrasound and a x-ray to see …

I’ve been having this right side pain for some time now my stomach is hurting as well? Read more »

I am 53 year male, I’ve been sick for over 4 years. I have stomach pain, cramps, diarrhea, mild constipation, mild headache, mild nausea, fatigued. I’ve seen several doctors and had 2 endoscopy 2 colonoscopies had my organs check and …

I’ve been sick for over 4 years. I have stomach pain, cramps, diarrhea, mild constipation, mild headache, mild nausea, fatigued? Read more »

I have a fracture on my left hand finger while I was playing football. I put plaster for three weeks. And after removed and take an x-ray. But it is same as first day’s x-ray. Now 1month 10 days past. …

I have a fracture on my left hand finger while I was playing football? Read more »

Hi, I am 76 years old.I had thyredectomy for papillary thyroid cancer 3 years ago. Post surgery and Rai treatment Ihad blood tests.my thyroglobulin level was 0.0410 months ago ihad the tests again hyroglobulin 0.04,tg-ab 1.8 and TSH 0.0083.I also …

I had thyredectomy for papillary thyroid cancer 3 years ago? Read more »

Hi, My 54 year old wife had been battling stage 4 leiomyosarcoma for the past 10 years. She has tumors in about 8 locations, lung, stomach, limbs, bone. It has been slowly advancing and is chemo resistant. Now if you …

How to treat leiomyosarcoma and rectal cancer at the same time? Read more »

Hi….dear dr…5year old male child.presented with a recurrent GIT and Respiratory infection.anemic some are Iron def.immunological assy show.IGA:57mg(lab.ref.90-450) IGM:54mg(ref.60-280) IGG:1361mg(ref.800-1800) Zinc:52(ref.70-125) All screening tests for coeiliac disease are neg.what is the diagnosis?what is the next step….Does he need replacement or …

5year old male child with a recurrent GIT and Respiratory infection? Read more »

I am 25 years of age male from India, In the year 2016, that is exactly in the month of May i had a mild pain in my left abdomen and later in the end of the month, it eventually …

CT scan found a 5mm Stone in left kidney (oxalate stones) took antibiotics but pain is now back? Read more »

My aunt has just been diagnosed with breast cancer. can you kindly explain what this measurements are on the biopsy report? 5s/2c and further stated 1.3 x 1.1. She is planning on using another method of treatment at a wellness …

Diagnosed with breast cancer, will a natural remedy wellness clinic work? Read more »

Hi, I’m a 26 years old that have a productive cough that won’t go away. When it first started the doctor prescribed me antihistamines, after a month of those, I felt worse and another doctor prescribed decongestants, antibiotics and steroids. …

Cough that won’t go away, doctor prescribed decongestants, antibiotics and steroids, need second opinion? Read more »

hi i`am a 31 year male that has been diagnosed with an Acoustic Nouroma Tumour which is 4 inches in size, that sits next to my brain stem 2 options for surgery 1) full removal with lots of risks 2) …

I have Acoustic Nouroma Tumour, should I have full surgery or partial with radiation? Read more »

I am 27 year old man and have been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, although what troubles me the most is anxiety and depression. Very strong versions of them! I have been hospitalized 21st of October 2016. for 3 weeks in …

My antidepressants destroyed my libido, what other medication can help me? Read more »

31 male. No medication. I had a vasectomy 2 years ago and it took roughly 6 months of semen analysis saying 1 or rnms. My urologist had me bring a sample and said I’m sterile. He used a microscope. I …

I had a semen analysis, not convinced lab analyzed it correctly? Read more »

22 y.o. male. No PMHx besides fractures of lower leg and left wrist. Recently I have been dealing with a shaking sensation when my muscles are under stress/load. For instance, when I slowly walk down the stairs or if I …

I have been dealing with a shaking sensation when my muscles are under stress/load? Read more »

my son is 5 years old. He is suffering from severe abdominal pain for about 3 years along with nausea, vomiting, loose motion, accompanied by constipation. He resists urination to avoid pain. According to local doctors there is viral infection …

My son is 5 years old nausea, vomiting, loose motion, accompanied by constipation? Read more »

In October of 2015, I developed pneumonia. After that, I developed a intermittent wheeze. Since then, I have had pneumonia two more times. I have a history of smoking, I am a 32 year old male, and I have no …

I developed pneumonia, wheezing, doctors don’t know what is wrong? Read more »

I have root canal treated on 2015 but the pain never stopped Now it become even more painful that I can’t handle it any more my face is swilling and the X-ray show there is over filling into my maxillo …

I had root canal in 2015, still painful – how can I trust doctors after that? Read more »

I am a 35 yr old female. I had a back fusion at l4-s1 about 4 yrs ago. I have recently been having a lot of pain when I bend forward and try to straighten back up. It feels like …

I had a back fusion at l4-s1 now have anterlothesis of l4 on l5, do I need surgery? Read more »

49 y/o female, right hand was crushed/squeezed in a dog leash. Hand was swollen and bruised with limited motion to right ring finger and hand. A few days passed with no improvement. Had X-rays Dr. Says yes 4th metacarpal is …

Right hand was crushed/squeezed with limited motion 4th metacarpal is broke? Read more »

Diagnosed with Patella Alta ratio 1.7. Looking to seek more advise on it as I am booked in for surgery and could possibly be out of work for up to 8 months. Is surgery the only option after 3 kneecap …

Diagnosed with Patella Alta ratio 1.7, is surgery only option? Read more »

I am a 25 years old female and last month i had a Pap test and HPV test done. The HPV test resulted negative but the Pap test resulted abnormal. The doctor said that i have carcinogenic cells with bacterial …

The doctor said that i have carcinogenic cells with bacterial nature? Read more »

pain in testicles. pain in lower abdomen. some pain in rectum. loss of sensation during sex. some urgency during urination. ongoing problem for two or more years. went to urologist and he had me on ciprofloxacin for three months. seemed …

Pain in testicles, lower abdomen, rectum, is it fatty liver? Read more »

59 y/o female with bulging perineum. Weight Increased in past 3 years by 40 lbs, now weigh 190, 5’4″. Defacography done two weeks ago shows a cystocele, rectocele, entereocele and complete rectal prolapse, extending approx 1″ past anus during elimination …

A Dr. has recommended four surgeries be done at the same time, is this too much? Read more »

I am a lady of 34 years of age, i have no medical history nor taking any chronic condition. i have been consulting with different doctors for same symptoms for 6 months now and till to date i still have …

I have burning sensations on my chest and whole body, had false diagnosis, need second opinion? Read more »

Been to 2 GI docs & internist had blood tests, HIDA, ultrasound CT abdominal scan CT angiogram of the abdomen colonoscopy… He could not get all the way past the first curve even with pediatric instruments so had G.I. bariatric …

Lost 30 pounds in three months nausea every time, they still can’t diagnose me? Read more »

40yo female born with a congenital heart defect. Had a Ross Procedure in 2000 to replace a bicuspid aortic valve with my own pulmonary valve. In 2007 the surgery had failed and I had a pulmonary valve replacement, tricuspid repair …

I am concerned about my aortic valve and pulmonary valve peak gradient, need second opinion? Read more »

I was diagnosed Jan 2016 with colon cancer Stage 3b due to tumor deposit with negative lymphnodes. I had a right hemicolectomy and started FOLFOX chemo which ended in late July or early August. I had a CT scan in …

I have colon cancer stage 3b, I have abdomen pain, MRI of Omentum and lesions of concern? Read more »

Hello I am (…), 21 yo. In the past 9 months I have had a series of tests into the investigation of a number of my symptoms. Nothing of significance became evident, although I still have my doubts. My bloods …

I have lost 9kg in 2 months with no exercise and horrible diet. Vomit every day. Headache constantly. Fatigue. Weakness? Read more »

My mother was diagnosed with a fibro-elastoma (1.5cmx 2cm) in PML of heart about an year ago. It was an accidental discovery during the clearance for surgical removal of a lipoma in left underarm. She had no symptoms except for …

Diagnosed with a heart fibro-elastoma , 50-50 chances it is cancer, how to take this thing forward? Read more »

Age 55, female, spinal degeneration. I am scheduled this week to have a caudal injection. It was originally scheduled to be performed in a surgery center with anesthesia, but my insurance would not cover it so it has been moved …

I am scheduled this week to have a caudal injection. Doctor’s office or surgery center? Read more »

My wife is pregnant from past 5 months. Fetal echo cardiography report says my baby has LARGE SUBAORTIC MALALIGNED VENTRICULAR SEPTAL DEFECT. and PELVICALYCEAL DILATION/ RENAL CORTICAL CYST SEEN ON RIGHT SIDE. My previous pregnancy also detected with pulmonary atresia …

Fetal echo cardiography done, Doctors suggested to abort but we want to continue? Read more »

26 year old female. Regular relationship, no kids, birth control since 16. Around three months ago I had a dull pain in my lower right stomach pop up followed my what seemed to be two heavy periods in one month. …

I had a dull pain in my lower right stomach, need a second opinion? Read more »

So I’m a 15 year old girl and have recently been diagnosed with HSP (Henoch-Schonlein Purpura). I’ve had it for about 4 weeks, but a much milder version of what I have now. During the first two weeks, i experienced …

I have recently been diagnosed with HSP (Henoch-Schonlein Purpura), doctors are worried my kidneys might be at risk, need second opinion? Read more »

Hi. I’m 34 guy. I have been having some symptoms that are of great concern to me like chills (that feel like they hurt my bones), bad shakiness that can be in my hands legs or torso, extreme and when …

I have many symptoms: chills, shakiness, trouble sleeping, weakness, need second doctor opinion? Read more »

I’m a 38 year old male. No real known health issues other than high cholesterol 239 total. I’m 5’8 172 lbs. I’m not a smoker or drinker. Around August and September I started to feel little more tired and legs …

I am tired, legs feel heavy and have disequilibrium, doctors can’t pinpoint problem? Read more »

Dear Doctors Hello 9-year-old boy three years ago with shortness of breath at rest and when you’re talking to a doctor pulmonologist and cardiologist referral and ipah disease was diagnosed. Sildenafild and bosentan reduced pulmonary arterial pressure to consume drugs. …

My 9 y/o boy was diagnosed with Idiopathic Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (IPAH), what do you recommend? Read more »

Single intraterine gestation corresponding to a gestational age of 38 weeks 3 days gestational age assigned as per biometry(BPD, HC,AC, FL). menstrual age 37 weeks 2 days, Presentation-cephalic, Placenta- Anterior, Liquor- Normal, Estimated fetal weight according to BPD, AC:-3008, BILATERAL(MODERATE) …

I’m 39 weeks pregnant, Doctor told me now normal delivery is not possible? Need second opinion. Read more »

Female, age 68, non-smoker, excellent health until hematoma following recent mini-facelift. Hematoma caused drainage into my lips and eyes (even though neither was a part of the surgery). My eyes were swollen shut, but have now opened enough for me …

Hematoma after mini face-lift, caused lips and eyes to be swollen shut? Read more »

65 year old male with cervical spine (neck) pain. The pain is significant at times and will cause his shoulder and his hands tingle. He has also had injuries in the past to his lower back due to a military …

65 year old male with cervical spine (neck) pain, xrays say nothing wrong. We don’t believe that? Read more »

I am writing you on behalf of my fiance, she is 37. Her medical history includes a long bout with insomnia, thyroid problems, digestion problems, her gallbladder was removed in june, and recently she has had trouble with low potassium …

My fiance can no longer walk, diagnosed with giallam barret incorrectly, hospital has no explanation? Read more »

I have a 35 years old lady who is a patient of mine, she has been having pitting oedema in and off for 13 which is not painful but after a while resolves itself..cardiac echo, urinalysis, liver and kidney function …

I have a patient of mine, has pitting oedema, difficult diagnosis, any help would be appreciated? Read more »

45 yr old female, no medications. About four weeks ago I noticed a rash on my inner thigh. It doesn’t itch or burn. I thought it might be some type of fungus so I put Athletes foot cream on it …

I have a rash, thought it might be some type of fungus, doc says ringworm? Read more »

I received the following report from a chest CT scan: There is evidence of a 3.2 cm x 1.6 cm x 2.5 cm irregular infiltration in the peripheral aspect of the superior segment of the left lower lobe. Air bronchograms …

Had chest CT scan , primary care provider thinks it is fluid or an infection, can it be cancer? Read more »

Hi there, I am facing a laparoscopic mastectomy in a few months to take out one 12cm fibroid that is sitting at the lowest part of my uterus. I am okay about having the surgery, I welcome it. I very …

I am facing a laparoscopic mastectomy, Can this surgery be done without taking Lapron? Read more »

My 12th week scan showed everything is o.k during pregnancy. Things were the way round when the radiologist suggested that there is caudal regression syndrome. I was refereed to maternity doctor for termination option? Should I rely one scan report …

My 12th week scan showed everything is o.k , but radiologist suggested there is caudal regression syndrome? Read more »

Hi, I’m hoping some one can help me as the problem I have I have seen many doctors but still no answers, I’m 37 year old woman and since my early 20,s I began to suffer from pain in my …

I have seen many doctors but still no answers, droop in left shoulder and spine curved? Read more »

82 year old male suffers from gastric ulcers since more than thirty years, he was under Zantac tablets for couple of years then he stopped treatment after three years from treatment. Before eight years (2008) his gastric ulcers has been …

82 year old male fully conscious but can’t stand up, doctors have no diagnosis except autoimmune neuropathy? Read more »

My grandpa is on a whole bunch of drugs already. One being Mirtazapine for his constant worry. A week ago his doctor gave him Budeprion XL to enhance the Mirtazapine. Immediately with in a couple days it had side effects …

My grandpa is on a whole bunch of drugs already. One being Mirtazapine for his constant worry? Read more »

I am 23 yrs male , I am having ruptured eardrum. A big hole in one ear and small in other one due to excessive use of earbuds. One doctor suggested to have surgery and other suggested to wait for …

I am having ruptured eardrum, one doctor suggested to have surgery and other suggested to wait for 3 months? Read more »

My partner is a 47 year old female who had major abdominal surgery (mesh repair of failed linea alba) just under 6 weeks ago. Prophylactic Clexane wasn’t give first 2 days by mistake then given for four days thereafter. She …

Partner in hospital 7 days (on a gastroenterology ward under the care of a gastroenterologist!). They have admitted they haven’t a clue what is wrong with her? Read more »

Problems started before 6 months.i do have symptoms like fever, abdominal pain, headache, joint pain,nausia,very weakness,disorders of bowel,bleeding a lot,very very dark urine,etc.i am under a doctor named prof (…). My SGPT is 30,SGOT 44,hemoglobin11.8,hb(A1C) 5.3,Triglyceryde is 187,HDL 33.ALL these …

I have symptoms like fever, abdominal pain, headache, joint pain,nausia,very weakness,disorders of bowel,bleeding a lot? Read more »

Im a male 40. In 2010 a girl gave me oral no intercourse, 3 days later i had burning pee an fell very ill. Doc said UTi but antbiotics didn’t work I felt worse. 3 month later std n HIV …

Diagnosed with UTI, HIV positive, HIV negative, 6 years of anxiety what’s wrong with me? Read more »

I’m a 28 year old female. I’m retaining water really bad in my legs. My ankles and feet are so swollen 24/7 that I can’t wear any other shoes other than my flip flops right now. It’s been going on …

My ankles and feet are swollen 24/7 doctor can’t seem to figure out what is causing it? Read more »

I’ve had a lump in my forearm for about a decade that was diagnosed as an aneurysm of the left basilic vein. It gets larger when I play sports or lift weights. The doctor can perform an aneurysmectomy or leave …

I have aneurysm of the left basilic vein doctor can perform an aneurysmectomy. Need second doctor opinion? Read more »

In May of this year, I had an acute onset of tingling in both my legs. Each leg was tingling from the top of the outer pelvis bone, above the hip joint, to the soles of my feet. The tingling …

I have unexplained acute onset of tingling in both my legs, nerve test shows no problem? Read more »

Question: I’m 26 years old, (27 on Monday) and there were 3 spiders in my bedroom, so panicking, I grabbed raid and sprayed them until they were visibly dead. It was a large amount of raid, and I was too …

Sprayed and breathed in too much Raid, now feel exhausted and hard to breathe? Read more »