Have a Question?
Ask a Doctor Online for Free

ASK NOW

What can be causing itchy nipples?

My nipples are itchy with a little rush and black spots. What is causing this?

Inhaled household cleaner

I inhaled some household cleaner while cleaning, and since then I have severe chest and back pain, particularly in the middle of my shoulder blades on my right side. Should I...

Is it safe for an anemic patient to check their blood frequently?

My mother has diabetes and is used to checking her sugar levels 2-3 times a day. However, now she is anemic also. Are frequent pricks for blood test safe for her?

Is pink salt considered better than normal salt for blood pressure patients?

I have blood pressure problems and my doctor told me to reduce my salt intake. I have heard that the pink salt is healthier for you. Will it help if I switch to that salt?

Sores and bugs on skin!

My friend has sores all over her skin, and has even picked bugs out. There were a bunch in her bra as well. I'm scared I will get this too. She showed me one and it jumped!...

Can blood pressure medication cause chest pain?

I have been taking blood pressure medication for many years, but now they are giving me chest pain. What could this be?

While getting chemo, is it safe to get a flu shot?

I am starting chemotherapy next week. Is it okay for me to get a flu shot?

Ear infections that cause lymph nodes under the jaw to hurt

Can frequent ear phone use cause an ear infection? ?

Is hand sanitizer really effective in killing germs?

I have a small baby at home and we keep using hand sanitizer. I have heard that it isn't really that effective. Is sanitizer really helpful in killing germs?

When should I take my son to the doctor for a cough?

My son has had a lingering cough for about a week and a half now. He feels good otherwise, but continues to have a cough. When should I start to worry? When should I take him...

Mouth Ulcers Keep Coming Back

Every month or so I usually get a mouth ulcer. I don’t eat a lot of foods with acid in it, and they usually go away within about a week. But why do they keep coming back?

What can I do to make my fever go down?

I have had fever for the past 2 days, but the doctor says that I shouldn't be worried since it has been between 99 and 100 degrees. Is there anything that I should do to make...

Why is my mother becoming so weak?

My mother's health has been declining, and her immune system seems to be extremely weak. Why is this happening?

Fever

I have a vaginal yeast infection (recurrent). I take fluke 150 three times in three weeks. One time in one week, I use candid v jelly daily at bedtime for one week. But I have...

Slow headache that comes and disappears at sometime...

I experienced a brain hemorrhage 1st September 2017 and got hospitalised for closely to months, after that I was discharged and continued with frequent visits after every 2 weeks...

Are there B12 injections available to reduce B12 deficiency?

Can I take B12 injections to counter the B12 deficiency in my body?

What causes excessive sweating?

Why do some people excessively sweat while others seem more comfortable? My brother sweats all the time, even when the temperature is not that bad, while I'm comfortable with...

Acid Reflux

When I lay down to sleep, I may still be awake or could be sleeping, out of the blue food comes up my throat and I start gagging and coughing until it clears. Should I be concerned?...

Snapping noise and pain in heel or back of the ankle

Hi I’m an overweight, 49 yr lady who has a damaged ankle from previous motorbike v car injury. 2 years ago I hurt my achelies tendon walking on uneven ground where now it snaps...

Is constipation a permanent problem for some people?

I have been having constipation for about the last 6 years. I have tried various ways to treat my constipation, but it keeps recurring. Will this be a lifelong problem for me?...

Questions by Specialty

Search