Category: ask-the-doctor

What is a ureteroileostomy?

In my family, vitiligo is very common. Is it hereditary? Can it be stopped?

Is the sleep aid valerian (400 mg) addictive?

Can I still give my 1 1/2 year old cold/cough medicine? Is it safe?

My 4-month-old was hit in the head. It did not cause a big bruise, but then two hours after the incident he threw up twice. In this case should an infant be watched or taken to the emergency room?

I started taking Chantix seven days ago. Can this interfere with Effexor? The reason I ask is that I have noticed a subtle decline in mood.

Does arthrocentesis provide relief from TMJ symptoms?

My chest X-ray shows a small shadow on one of my lungs. I had pneumonia 18 years ago with a lot of scarring. Could this be what the shadow is?

What can be used for a 7-month-old who has a sore throat or strep throat?

I have been taking Prozac for several years (40 mg). My doctor has also prescribed Celexa (20 mg). Is it common to take two SSRIs in combination like this?