My 60-year-old brother recently died of a massive heart attack. He seemed healthy. He was not overweight, he exercised daily and ate well, he took his cholesterol medication and he saw his doctor regularly. Others in my family have died of sudden heart attacks. Is there any genetic test that I (and my siblings) should undergo to see if we are at risk for sudden heart attack?
What are some possible causes of pain and discharge in the bellybutton?
From a public health perspective, the presence of a firearm in the home dramatically increases the risk of an occupant being killed or committing suicide.
I’m 30 weeks pregnant and have a “low-lying placenta.” It continues to move away from my cervix. Is a Caesarean section necessary when dealing with a low-lying placenta? What are my chances of being able to have a vaginal delivery?
I am having frequent canker sores, many at a time. They are painful and usually last 2 to 3 weeks. I am concerned it may be Behcet's syndrome. Who should I see to find out, a doctor, dentist or other specialist?
A pair of studies found that increased, prolonged strain in people’s close relationships or jobs correlated with an increased risk for a cardiac event.
I am recovering from a diverticulitis attack. I am trying to find a listing of foods I should avoid (besides nuts, popcorn, corn, etc). Are there any particular fruits or vegetables I should not eat?
Sixteen years ago, I had an angioplasty and two stents inserted. Five years ago, I had a heart attack and another angioplasty, with two more stents. Since then I’ve been on Plavix and aspirin. I asked my cardiologist if I could stop taking Plavix because it’s expensive. He said OK because it’s been five years since my last angioplasty. If I could afford it, would Plavix be a drug that I could benefit from for my entire life?
I have placenta previa. I stand for long periods at a time and often feel lots of pressure in my lower abdomen and tenderness. Is the placenta previa the cause of this uncomfortable feeling?
I continually find lumps in my breast during self-exams. I have had mammograms and the lumps have not been cancerous. Why do I keep developing these lumps? Is there anything I could do or take to stop them from forming?