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| Subject | Date Asked |
| ears | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: thai, i was listening to music the other day and really jammed my earbuds in for a louder sound, ... A: The popping sound is due to the manufacturing dysfunction of the earbuds. If there's an imbalanced ... | |
| Bawl Movement | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: Sorry for my misspell above. This might be nothing, but for the last couple days I've had relatively ... A: i cannot give you a diagnosis via the internet. green feces that is hard without any other symptoms ... | |
| tubal infertility | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: Thai, We really need your feedback please. It seems everywhere we've turned in the Reproductive ... A: i am sorry to hear of your situation. i am further sorry that your ob/gyn did not refer you once he ... | |
| Toe Nail | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: I was ripping off the ends of my toe nails and it appears I completely pulled out my smallest toe's ... A: keep the area clean and dry as there is a risk of infection until the area heals. you should cover ... | |
| Positive Leukocytes in UTI home test | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: I had an urinary tract infection six months ago. I was prescribed antibiotics and finished the ... A: i do not recommend home testing kits as who is there to explain your results? as a rule of thumb, i ... | |
| laproscopy | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: I heard that now many abdominal surgeries are done with laproscopy. Then someone told me that you ... A: Laparoscopic surgery is not limited due to obesity. I had several patients who were moderately obese ... | |
| Hand Foot Mouth Disease in Elderly | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: My 18-month-old baby has a bad case of Hand Foot and Mouth Disease with fever and blisters. Her ... A: it usually takes 7 days on average and at most 10 days for a toddler to resolve from hfmd. although ... | |
| Shortness of breath- test results normal | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: I'm 20 years old, female, non-smoker and for some months I've been having shortness of breath at ... A: i could not tell you what is causing your shortness of breath. that determination could only be ... | |
| FIX ME | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering would you please tell me: do you believe the human body can mend itself after a ... A: the human body usually does not heal itself if a surgical correction is available. if you were told ... | |
| What kind of doctor should I visit | 5/20/2010 |
| Q: I am a 20 year old college student. Ever since I was little I went to a pediatrician that is also a ... A: there should be no difference as both are general practitioners. internist are extensively trained ... | |
| Temperature | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: I am a young woman. Currently it is springtime and so the temperature outside has been around 81 ... A: Yes it is normal. The human body usually tries to adapt to the surrounding environmental conditions ... | |
| question | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: i'm a 19 year old female. For the past two days my stomach has been hurting alot, espcially after I ... A: I do recommend you seek advisory from your doctor as soon as possible. Were your symptoms aggrevated ... | |
| hirsutism and strawberry birth marks -possible connection? | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: I am aged 60, female, and have worked in nursing for many years. I have never seen a patient with ... A: strawberry hemangioms are very common. in fact, it occurs in approximately 5-10% of infants. there ... | |
| Alcohol/constipation/arthritis | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: My husband stopped drinking around September, after many years when he drank too much, we have since ... A: there are patient privacy laws! there should be no harm taking him to see a physician. it is not the ... | |
| nose problems | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: hey i have a bad habit of picking my nose when i am board and i do it with out thinking but i am ... A: nasal septal perforation can be caused by compulsive nose picking. it is called rhinotillexomania. ... | |
| Hypothyroidism | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: I am a 23 yr old female and I have just recently been diagnosed with hypothyroidism. I have been ... A: hypothyroidism is a result of a deficiency of thyroid hormones. it is a common disorder which ... | |
| mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: we've heard the mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy can be beneficial for various symptoms including ... A: hyperbaric oxygen therapy is regulated as it can cause serious injuries if used inappropriately. ... | |
| Hypothyroidism | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: I am 20 years old and was diagnosed with hypothyroidism after i ahd my son which was two years ago. ... A: first, you must check your thyroid hormones to determine if your medications are working. weight ... | |
| Reflux | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I have had reflux (never feel it) for a minimum of 10 years. Suddenly out of no where I have a ... A: as stated before, there may be an abnormal production of gastric juices. reflux is not a timed ... | |
| left side chest pain and test results | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I'm a 24 yr old male, 6ft, and 205lbs, very inactive person and don't eat the greatest. I also drink ... A: Your echo certainly pinpoints to one specific problem - how much stimulants did you ingest prior to ... | |
| Reflux | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I have had reflux (never feel it) for a minimum of 10 years. Suddenly out of no where I have a ... A: Reflux does not present with an "empty hollow stomach feeling." It is, in general, a disorder of a ... | |
| wheat allergy | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a family history of celiac disease (gluten allergy). I have GI problems myself, but they are ... A: it is very much appreciated. as with all physicians, we tend to overlook the patient as a human ... | |
| wheat allergy | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a family history of celiac disease (gluten allergy). I have GI problems myself, but they are ... A: certain individuals can be intolerant to foods in which they cease to eat and restarted weeks or ... | |
| neurology-neurosurgeon | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: Could you please tell me the difference between a neurosurgeon and a neurologist? Do they both take ... A: A neurologist is a physician who specializes in the brain, spinal cord, and its associations. Their ... | |
| Chemical poisoning? | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I am a 54 yr old male, 6', 190 lbs. Ex athlete, active and generally healthy. At 49 1/2 I was ... A: i have to dismiss any chemical poisoning based on the information you've provided. there is a ... | |
| Abdominal Discomfort, Ovarian Cancer? | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: non-smoker. I have been having abdominal pain and discomfort that feels crampy and sore. It is in ... A: Based on your information provided, there is a high possibility of an abdominal cutaneous nerve ... | |
| Abdominal Discomfort, Ovarian Cancer? | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: non-smoker. I have been having abdominal pain and discomfort that feels crampy and sore. It is in ... A: Please be advise that I am only providing this service for the purposes of medical education. It ... | |
| line down chest | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: I noticed lately that my 7 year old son has a line in the middle of his chest going down to his ... A: That is normal. That line is call linea alba. it is a white fibrous structure that divides the right ... | |
| stds | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: can genital herpes be spread by sharing the same razors and bath items A: You should never share razors with any other individuals. It is practically unwise and increases ... | |
| Ultrasound Questions | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: I have been experiencing pain in my upper right quadrant and went for a full abdominal ultrasound. ... A: Please be advised that I am providing this service for educational purposes only. Any information ... | |
| epididymitis | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: My husband was just diagnosed with epididymitis. About 14 years ago he was lifting a tractor into a ... A: There are many different pathological processes associated with epididymitis. STD is one of them. ... | |
| pregnancy | 4/11/2009 |
| Q: I had sex with my girlfriend during last 5 days, 3 times each day, her last menstrual bleeding ... A: There is a chance should ejaculatory sperm mobilize in the area of the female genital area during ... | |
| I am worried about my husband... | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: My husband has passed out twice now. And it seems to happen a month between each other. Each time he ... A: Please be advised that I am providing this service for educational purposes only. Any information ... | |
| Use of polymaltose ferric hydroxide Iron (III) for six months+side effects to zinc levels?? | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: Hallo,i was taking feric hydroxide polymaltose iron+Folic acid at age of 13 because i had iron ... A: Iron is known to compete with zinc in the small intestines. However, the amount required to be a ... | |
| nutrition | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: I am a 35 year old woman who had a hysterectomy in 2007.I take womens one-a-day multivitamin along ... A: That is just an over-kill. The one-a-day multivitamin should contain the necessary B6, B12, Mag, E, ... | |
| chickenpox? | 2/2/2009 |
| Q: currently, our neighbor has a chikenpox. im now 18 yrs old and as far as i know i didnt have any ... A: You have to physically not just stand close to him but to have him sneeze at you to contract ... | |
| constant pain | 2/1/2009 |
| Q: My father is 52 years old and has been sick for four months now. He has been to several doctors ... A: I am only providing this service as an educational tool. It is not to be used for the purposes of ... | |
| fibro, menopause,or crazy | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia a few years ago and im 49 and going through or in full blow ... A: I highly doubt your symptoms are due to perimenopausal syndrome. It is much more aligned with ... | |
| Question about CT results | 10/16/2008 |
| Q: I had a CT done back in Feb of 08 due to abdominal pain. I've enclosed the results. The PCP said ... A: The calcified right lower lobe granuloma of the lung is usually due to a previous lung infection ... | |
| Twitching | 4/27/2008 |
| Q: "Does ALS always involve weakness with the twiching? I am a 45 year old female. FOr the past 15 ... A: All individuals' muscles will twitch now and then. However, ALS can involve twitching due to a ... | |
| Dehydration | 4/22/2008 |
| Q: I am researching for a script and am hoping you can advise on the following please. How long can a ... A: There are many factors that are associated with dehydration - age, temperature, physical activity, ... | |
| Splenic Varicosities | 4/21/2008 |
| Q: My 7 year old son has portal hypertension resulting to esophageal varices grade 3 due to splenic ... A: Any contact sports should be avoided at this time. Varices do enlarge overtime at approximately ... | |
| Splenic Varicosities | 4/12/2008 |
| Q: My 7 year old son has portal hypertension resulting to esophageal varices grade 3 due to splenic ... A: Your question was referred to me to answer. It is certainly advisable to carefully monitor your son ... | |
| arm | 4/1/2008 |
| Q: About a year ago somehow I injured my arm. I was in pain when ever i raised my arm. I can raise my ... A: Your question was referred to me to answer. I highly recommend that you seek the advisory of your ... | |
| ra | 3/31/2008 |
| Q: I have (Ra) for more than ten years, I learned how to live with pain and swelling, but now I have ... A: Your question was referred to me to answer. Your problem is call paresthesia. This is a common ... | |
| SOMETHING IN THROAT | 3/23/2008 |
| Q: My mom is 80 years old and she feels like there is always something in her throat. She has been to a ... A: Your question was referred to me to answer. I highly recommend that you have your physician refer ... | |
| Alcohol | 3/21/2008 |
| Q: My husband is almost 50.He used to be a fairly heavy beer drinker but now he can go for weeks ... A: Your question was referred to me to answer. Decreasing the amount of alcohol consumption may cause ... | |
| conservative management of splenic rupture | 1/19/2008 |
| Q: I recently had a grade 3 laceration to the superior aspect of my spleen with a 7-8 cm ... A: As I have not reviewed your abdominal CT, there is no way I can provide you feedback. However, 7-8cm ... | |
| Recurring Vaginal symptoms | 1/17/2008 |
| Q: I have been going to my GYN repeatedly since September for the same problem and seem to be getting ... A: You are experiencing vaginal atrophy, which is very rare in a 37 year old female, unless there is a ... | |
| post cholecystectomy symptoms | 1/16/2008 |
| Q: I had a laparoscopic cholecystecomy 1 week ago without complication. I am still having a diffuse ... A: You should have symptoms for a few weeks post-cholecystectomy. The pain should subside overtime as ... | |
| BLESS-YOU | 1/11/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why do we sneeze? Thanks C Barwick A: Sneezing is a reflex response by the body, known as a nociceptive reflex, to remove and/or ward off ... | |
| white stools | 1/10/2008 |
| Q: my 2 year old son was unwell last week, and vomitted several times, almost like glut and mucous. At ... A: Clay-colored white stools in children are harmless as it is a sign of malabsorption during and ... | |
| Ulcers | 1/10/2008 |
| Q: About 4 years ago, my 78 year old mother was found to have several ulcers in her esophagus, and she ... A: Ulcers do heal over time, if the patient is managed appropriately. In regards to your mother, I ... | |
| Worried!! Please Help! | 1/7/2008 |
| Q: I am a 18yr old male. I have been masturbating excessively for the last year (2-3times a day). I ... A: Please refer your question to your physician as you need a physical examination for proper ... | |
| The Norovirus | 1/6/2008 |
| Q: I'm Chris. Seems there is a nasty case of the Norovirus going round here in UK at the moment. Dunno ... A: I am not familiar with the current situation and epidemiology in the UK. However, Norovirus is a ... | |
| Swollen lymph nodes, white spots on tonsils | 11/28/2007 |
| Q: On lats Sunday I went to urgent care because the lymph nodes under my neck were 2 1/2 times the ... A: Ann, Without examining it, I am unable to provide you with a proper advisory. I really question the ... | |
| pain in lower left abdomen | 11/27/2007 |
| Q: It's been over three months now. I have a specific pain in my lower left abdomen, sharp but not ... A: There are many problems which can be present in your specific case. Your physician has ruled out ... | |
| Bloating | 11/27/2007 |
| Q: Dr. Thai I have written to you before about this but I thought I would give you an update and maybe ... A: Due to the number of questions I answer on this forum and patients I see everyday, it is very ... | |
| Extreme nausea | 11/13/2007 |
| Q: I am a 63 year old female. For the past several monthe, 3 to 5 days a week I am extremely sick to ... A: There are many causes to your stomach problems and I need a comprehensive medical history from you ... | |
| Frequent Urination | 11/7/2007 |
| Q: I'm a 36 year old female and for a few weeks now have been having frequent urination only during the ... A: I recommend that you obtain the advisory from your physician to ease your worries. I honestly cannot ... | |
| internal cleansing | 11/5/2007 |
| Q: the internet is full of sales and offers about internal cleansing; intestinal and vital organs. but ... A: Nelson, I, as well as all physicians, do not recommend these so-called internal cleansing as they ... | |
| Meningitis in a school | 11/2/2007 |
| Q: Recently there was a teenager in high school who has been hopitalized with meningitis. My kids are ... A: Each state has its own laws. I am not an attorney so I cannot interpret or give you the precise ... | |
| Nodular Density or Nipple Shadow | 10/29/2007 |
| Q: I am a 36 year old male, former smoker, with Psoriatic arthritis. I had routine x-rays a week ago ... A: It is unethical for me to comment on the interpretation made by either your physician or the ... | |
| Nodular Density or Nipple Shadow | 10/28/2007 |
| Q: I am a 36 year old male, former smoker, with Psoriatic arthritis. I had routine x-rays a week ago ... A: Nipple shadows are common and could be misdiagnosed as a pathological nodule. Depending on the ... | |
| Diarrhea | 10/28/2007 |
| Q: Can a colonoscopy cause diarrhea? I am a healthy 61 year old woman. I had a colonoscopy on Sept 10, ... A: Stop taking Imodium-AD. Your symptoms suggest chronic constipation. When stool is compacted in the ... | |
| flu injection | 10/28/2007 |
| Q: I had a health professional give me the flu shot with a needle that was 5/8" below the deltoid ... A: That's a false statement. It doesn't really matter which part of the body you give the flu shot as ... | |
| Side effects of medication | 10/27/2007 |
| Q: how are you going? Thank you for taking the time to answer my question. I recently took the ... A: Yes... you should inform your physician immediately. One of Metrogyl's rare adverse effect is joint ... | |
| Hard to feed six month old baby | 10/26/2007 |
| Q: I have a baby girl that is 6 months old 27 inches long and weight 15 pounds . She bornrd 19 1/2 ... A: This is a behavioral problem after a traumatic event experienced by your daughter. Any traumatic ... | |
| Back pain behind right rib cage | 10/25/2007 |
| Q: I am a 22 year old female and I have been having pain in my back behind my right rib cage. This ... A: You certainly are experiencing multiple symptoms that should be addressed appropriately. You pain ... | |
| Hot feet | 10/8/2007 |
| Q: Thai, My 8 year old son has been complaining of "hot" feet off and on. It seems to affect him at ... A: You may have misread my answer. "Not all athlete's foot will present with symptoms of itching, ... | |
| blood test | 10/7/2007 |
| Q: my mum has got inflammation of the blood.. shes had lots of blood test done an 2 have come up ... A: Your question is very vague. Without a proper medical history, physical examination, and ability to ... | |
| "Hot" feet | 10/7/2007 |
| Q: Thai, My 8 year old son has been complaining of "hot" feet off and on. It seems to affect him at ... A: This is commonly referred to as "hot feet." In children, it is usually due to a sensorineural ... | |
| Insomnia in one year old? | 10/6/2007 |
| Q: We've had a trying couple of weeks. My daughter, who just turned a year, is usually a pretty good ... A: I would like to reassure you that you are approaching the situation appropriately. Most children, ... | |
| I'M SO BRUISED | 10/6/2007 |
| Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: what is a bruise? Thanks C Barwick A: Barwick, A bruise is basically due to trauma to an area of the body which damages the smallest ... | |
| baby acne | 10/4/2007 |
| Q: my son has baby acne. How long does it take for it to go away and what is the best treatment for it? ... A: Baby acne will come and go until he's around 6 months old. We usually do not recommend any treatment ... | |
| frequent urination | 10/2/2007 |
| Q: I am a pre diabetic. My numbers range from 90 to 110. My proplem is I urinate about every 10 ... A: Blood glucose (sugar) levels should be taken while you are fasting to be correct. In order to ... | |
| Testicle Pain | 10/1/2007 |
| Q: Heloo, im a 16 years old and a boy. I have recently played a soccer game on Saturday afternoon in ... A: It is best to get examined by a physician in order to know the extent of the problem. Whenever you ... | |
| Long term effects of Zofran use in pregnancy. | 9/28/2007 |
| Q: I am almost 9 weeks pregnant and have a prescription for Zofran but am afraid to take it. I have a ... A: Zofran is an anti-emetic drug. You are correct that there has been no studies demonstrating the ... | |
| overwieght | 9/27/2007 |
| Q: Dr. Thai: I am a 51 year old female....5'4" weigh 185. I have tried to no end to lose ... A: Weight loss is certainly a very challenging task for most individuals. It takes persistence with a ... | |
| Laxative | 9/25/2007 |
| Q: Are there any allergies or immunity issues related to consuming any non-prescription laxatives, or ... A: Certainly, all medications have side effects and may induce an allergic reaction. There is not one ... | |
| tetanus | 9/22/2007 |
| Q: I work in a steel shop. It is common for me to cut myself, but I have a lot of experience in ... A: I honestly cannot tell you why you are at increased risk of infections versus before. Your physician ... | |
| Possible side effects from medication | 9/19/2007 |
| Q: "I have a question possibly pertaining to medication. I have been experiencing a low libido and some ... A: Antidepressants and antipsychotics do cause sexual dysfunction. Risperdal is known to cause erectile ... | |
| ACID THROUGOUT BODY | 9/10/2007 |
| Q: John Hi, I need your help, My mom is 82 years old and has major Acid Reflux. According to the ... A: Hiatal hernia becomes more common as people age and their muscle elasticity weakens. There is a ... | |
| bactrimds800-160 | 6/14/2007 |
| Q: whay are side effects-warnings A: bactrim ds is not recommended if you have previous allergic reactions to sulfa drugs. The most ... | |
| lymphoma? | 6/12/2007 |
| Q: My husband has been sick for awhile now. Went to Dr. Had scans and blood work done. Blood is really ... A: There are many causes that could concur with his symptoms. What I can tell you is that it does not ... | |
| Cracked skin on thumbs due to computer space bar (keyboard) use | 6/8/2007 |
| Q: I do a lot of word processing as part of my job. As a result, the parts of my thumbs that hit the ... A: Updated comments: Due to "Pat's" poor inability to comprehend my answer, I have no choice but to ... | |
| gave blood | 6/1/2007 |
| Q: I am 18 yrs. old and gave blood for the 1st time 10 days ago. My arm is still swollen, not red, and ... A: Yes. You should see your physician immediately. There may be a skin infection due to poor ... | |
| Progesterone Cream | 5/31/2007 |
| Q: My fiance's mother started giving his son a cream containing progesterone claiming that it would ... A: You were right. The use of progesterone cream will cause more harm to the child. Applying ... | |
| Botulism | 5/30/2007 |
| Q: Not sure where to ask thisIs it true that if you open a can of food and say, eat half of the ... A: it is the other way around... if there is a very old 'rusted' unopenned can that is bloated with ... | |
| Flu? | 4/16/2007 |
| Q: My 1 year old daughter had her 1 year immunizations last Tuesday (4/9) and though I don't remember ... A: Again, it is in your best interest to push as much fluids as possible to hydrate her and keep her ... | |
| Flu? | 4/15/2007 |
| Q: My 1 year old daughter had her 1 year immunizations last Tuesday (4/9) and though I don't remember ... A: Was the immunizations given at the time she still had a middle ear infection? If so, it is very ... | |
| night sweats | 4/14/2007 |
| Q: I am a 19 year old male. I am not overweight and am in good shape. I have been waking up in the ... A: There are many causes for night sweats. It could be due to a hormonal imbalance, an unidentifiable ... | |
| Mole | 4/13/2007 |
| Q: I have a mole on my leg, at least I think that is what it is, it has been there for a long time, it ... A: To be honest, I cannot advise you without seeing the mole, itself. However, it would be in your best ... | |
| TEETH | 4/12/2007 |
| Q: y 5 1/4 year old daughter has a loose tooth. Is that too early? If so why would that be? What is the ... A: It is perfectly normal for your daughter to lose her tooth at 5 yrs old. This is to make way for ... | |
| skin condition | 4/9/2007 |
| Q: I have a condition known as "seborrheic dermatitis" on the right side of my face. Can you give me ... A: First, you must shave off any beard or facial hairs in that area as it is actually causing the ... | |
| cough | 4/4/2007 |
| Q: i had a cough and runny nose with headache for the past few days. i was coughing up alot of green ... A: I would definitely recommend that you seek medical attention. There are over 20 types of pneumonia. ... | |
| underarm pain and numbness | 4/3/2007 |
| Q: for about 3 weeks now i have been having pain in my left arm. it starts at my armpit and sometimes ... A: There are various problems that may cause your problem. However, it is very premature for me to list ... | |
| underarm pain and numbness | 4/3/2007 |
| Q: for about 3 weeks now i have been having pain in my left arm. it starts at my armpit and sometimes ... A: There is crucial big nerves that are located right above the armpits called the brachial axis. The ... | |
| chest discomfort? | 4/1/2007 |
| Q: I feel a discomfort right below my chest/breast plate,center. If i touch with slight pressure, i ... A: To Leo, From your explanation, it sounds like a cyst. There are various types of cysts that may ... | |
| cold | 4/1/2007 |
| Q: my kids gave me a cold that they had but it seems worse for me.. i have the runny stuffy nose, sore ... A: Various individuals respond to illnesses differently. Most colds are due to viral infections, not ... | |
| Swollen lymph nodes | 3/30/2007 |
| Q: My daughter is 12. She has had swollen lymph nodes/glands for about a week now. I took her to the ... A: I would recommend taking your daughter back to your pediatrician for a complete re-evaluation of ... | |
| medical rights | 3/29/2007 |
| Q: My wife has been receiving treatment for several years for numerous complaints, our Doctor has now ... A: This is a medical ethics question based on whether your wife's complaints are thought to be related ... | |
| Underarm Odor | 3/28/2007 |
| Q: My 13 year old daughter has been treated with Botox injections for hyperhydrosis....this has helped ... A: Hyperhidrosis is certainly a problem that usually begins in either childhood or adolescence. There ... | |
| Help!!! | 11/16/2006 |
| Q: I have been bleeding and pain during or after sex I've been like this for 5 years this started ... A: To Mercedes, There are over 25 causes of vaginal bleeding and pain during sex. Your gynecologist ... | |
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