Category: ask-the-doctor

My husband and I are trying to conceive. I’ve had three miscarriages. Is it time to look for a fertility specialist?

My mother has been diagnosed with fibromyalgia. She has been obese for much of her life and has struggled with depression. Is there any research or information on the connection between obesity, depression and fibromyalgia?

What is chemo brain? Can chemotherapy really cause problems with memory or other brain functions?

I’m a 42-year-old woman and have been on the pill since age 18, except for two pregnancies. Two and a half years ago, I was diagnosed with diabetes. Is it safe for me to continue being on the pill?

What can I take to make my hair thicker and make it grow faster? I already take a lot of natural vitamins and eat a health diet.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of switching to an insulin pump rather than continuing with multiple daily injections?

I break out in hives when I get too cold. The hives go away once I become warm again. Is this some kind of imbalance? Is there anything I can do?

Is shingles contagious? If so, how long do I have to stay away from people? I’ve had the virus for one week.

Why would someone’s lower lip suddenly be lined in black?

What type of over-the-counter medication or home treatment could be used for psoriasis?