Category: ask-the-doctor

A lower-than-usual white blood cell count is often temporary, especially after illness. Find out what your number may mean and when retesting might be needed.

Enlarged red blood cells on a routine blood test can have several explanations. Find out what your results may mean and when follow-up is needed.

Pills ordered online may look different from your usual medication. Know which details to compare and when to check with a pharmacist.

A positive TB skin test can raise questions about infection, exposure, and what happens next. Find out which follow-up steps may be needed.

Aluminum is common in foods, cookware, and personal-care products, but questions remain about how much exposure or ingestion matters.

Transparent circles or other visual changes can appear before migraine pain. Find out what these symptoms may mean and what to discuss with your doctor.

An elevated GGT result can have several explanations, from supplements and pain relievers to underlying liver conditions.

Morning congestion can stem from allergies, medications, or nasal problems—even in winter. Find out what may be behind it and how to ease it.

A low sodium result can have several explanations, and the clues often come from your medications, fluid balance, and overall health.

Get a step‑by‑step look at how a transesophageal echocardiogram is done, what your loved one may feel, and how it helps guide heart valve surgery