Category: ask-the-doctor

I get heartburn occasionally. On average, I have about 3 episodes per month. But once the heartburn starts, it can sometimes last all day. What do you suggest?

Name slips and misplaced keys can feel unsettling in your 70s. Learn which memory changes are typical and when they might signal something more.

Is there a link between depression and headaches?

Fatty liver, ongoing inflammation, cirrhosis, alcohol, and even hepatitis C can all interact. Learn how these factors may shape future liver cancer risk.

Olive oil is a staple of the Mediterranean diet. Does “extra-virgin” offer special heart benefits beyond what regular olive oil can do?

My doctor recently diagnosed my father with a COPD exacerbation. What is this? How can it be prevented from happening again?

Can multiple sclerosis (MS) affect the brain and cause personality changes?

A blackout can be frightening and confusing. Learn what clues doctors look for and which tests help uncover the cause.

Long‑standing, poorly controlled diabetes can shift how your brain senses “low” glucose. Learn why near‑normal levels may trigger symptoms.

A low resting pulse can signal peak fitness, hidden heart trouble, or even thyroid issues; learn when a slow beat is harmless and when it’s not.