I have been diagnosed with systemic idiopathic urticaria. I have had recurrent hives and welts, sometimes covering 80% of my body for more than two months. I have been taking hydroxyzine (Atarax) 25mg every 4 hours without any change. I have seen an allergist and tried cutting certain foods from my diet. That hasn?t helped either. Any suggestions?
I have tested positive for one gene for hemochromatosis, the C282Y. I have a high ferritin level (800). My mom and siblings have normal ferritin levels. Could they still be carriers of the gene and have a normal level?
Is it possible that a patient diagnosed with ALS does not actually have some other disease, such as Lyme disease, that involves the brain or spinal cord?
What is the cause and significance of a high “CPK”?
For the past two months, I have experienced dizziness when I start to lie down or bend over. What could cause this?
I can hear what sounds like my heartbeat in my left ear. This usually happens only at night right before I sleep. Any cause for concern?
My mother has had several episodes of blood in her urine. She had biopsies of her bladder and the results revealed abnormal cells, but most likely not cancer. What does this mean?
Because of back pain above my waist and my urine test results, I had an ultrasound to determine if I have kidney stones. The technician said I had a duplex kidney on the left side. This was the first time I’d heard of it. Can you explain what a duplex kidney is? Does it need to be treated? If so, what is the appropriate treatment?
I am a 43-year-old woman with osteopenia. What is your opinion regarding calcium supplements made from algae and other vegetables?
What can cause a cyst on your kidney? Can this be a serious condition?