ask-the-doctor
My niece had ear tubes placed for her recurring ear infections. They have been removed, but she is on the swim team and is in the water almost all year round. She uses wax earplugs. Can she do anything else to help her avoid infections?
Over the past month or so, I am having issues with my joints. My legs are popping out of my hips, and my arms are popping out of my shoulders. There is no pain involved. In addition, every once in a while my knees give out. What could cause this?
I recently had a lumpectomy to treat ductal carcinoma in situ. I am now considering post-surgical radiation treatment. How effective is post-surgical radiation for this? Is it necessary for me to undergo radiation?
Please explain the significance of estrogen and progesterone positive results after a partial mastectomy. Does the Oncotype test help determine if a person should receive follow-up therapy?
What are some home remedies for sciatic nerve pain?
Is it OK to give Pedialyte to a baby who is 7 months old? She has had a virus with loose stools for 5 days. Also, what do you recommend for diaper rash with redness and blisters?
Our eleven-month old granddaughter – who was two months premature – recently had orotic acid show up in a urine test. What is it and should we be concerned?
I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety. Are there any herbal supplements I can talk to my doctor about taking?
How can you detect a fracture in very young children?
I received the seasonal flu and H1N1 flu shots on a Thursday. On Saturday I woke up with a headache and fatigue. I noticed some broken blood vessels in the white portion of my left eye. Are these symptoms caused by the flu shots?