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Sore throat in the morning?

Every morning, I have a sore throat that eventually goes away. I'm not really experiencing any symptoms, however, apart from this. Is this a normal thing to experience?

How is rheumatoid arthritis ruled out?

I have a family history of rheumatoid arthritis, and now I'm starting to exhibit the first symptoms of them. I watched my mother deal with this condition for so long, so I'm hoping...

What should I use to cleanse my kidneys?

I would like to cleanse my kidneys in order to prevent any issues--I also just overcame a kidney infection, so I feel like a detox is needed. What foods or drinks do you recommend...

Can I reverse my liver damage?

I used to drink alcohol a lot when I was younger, but now I'm worried about my liver's health in general because of it. I know alcohol could have serious effects on my liver,...

What's the best diet for Crohn's disease?

I want to start eating in a way that doesn't cause any issue with my Crohn's disease. What's the best diet for it?

Is a ventilator considered life support?

My aunt is on a ventilator after her heart surgery, and I didn't realize that a ventilator is a lot serious than I thought. Because she's on a ventilator, does it mean that she's...

Can type 2 diabetes be completely reversed?

I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes a while ago, but I've treated it as a wake up call to take better care of myself. I've changed my diet and I'm starting to exercise more....

Is sepsis a common infection you can get from the hospital?

My mom had abdominal surgery, and once she was home, she was experiencing a fever and difficulty breathing. We took her back to the hospital immediately and it turned out that...

Hot flashes after menopause. Normal?

My mother is 70-years-old, and went through menopause when she was 55 years old. However, even though she's in seventies, she's still experiencing hot flashes. Is this normal?...

How should I manage my weight with metabolic syndrome?

I was diagnosed with metabolic syndrome when I was a teenager, and it's been a few years since then, and I still have issues with managing my weight properly. I've mainly tried...

What can I do for my child's nightmares?

My 6-year-old keeps having nightmares. He'll wake up screaming, and is too afraid to fall asleep because of them. We aren't sure what we can do for this, other than talking to...

Can vitamin C prevent the flu?

I've been trying to boost up my immune system so that I don't have to take any of my sick days from work. I want to try taking something like, Airborne, to increase my levels...

Swollen Lymph Nodes for 7 years. Lymphoma?

Hello! I am 16 years old and I have had these several lumps or (swollen lymph nodes) for about 7-8- years now maybe longer. I have had many regular blood tests done over the years...

Are these symptoms normal with fibromyalgia?

I have dealt with fibro for most of my life, 60 years or more. It seems the longer I deal with it, the more symptoms and pain happens. I have head problems, body aches, tiredness,...

Should my daughter take an antibiotic for whooping cough?

Hi, can I ask if my daughter could take an antibiotic last December 12 then take it again on December 31 because of whooping cough? Are there side effects? She has a fever and...

I am suffering from a vaginal infection. Should I see an OB-GYN?

I am 20 years old and have been suffering from a few symptoms such as pain while urinating, and a strong smell from vaginal discharge. Do I need to visit a gynecologist or an...

When is the right time to switch from a pediatrician to a regular doctor?

My son is now 15 years and has been visiting a pediatrician for all check-ups and illnesses. When is the right time to switch him from a pediatrician to a regular internist or...

Does an internist work only in hospital settings?

I have completed my Internal Medicine course and want to go further in this field. Would I need to work in hospital setting or can I work alongside an internist in a private clinic?...

Is it required for an internist to specialize in other areas?

I have heard that an internist can go to school for two to three years of specializing in other medical fields. But is there a compulsion to do so? Since I just completed my...

When do you need to visit an internist for diabetes?

I have diabetes and I need some guidance on whether or not I should visit an internist or an endocrinologist to help me manage it. I'm newly diagnosed so I'm unsure of what to...

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