Category: ask-the-doctor

During pregnancy, what can be done to remove abnormal cervical cells?

Can you describe what is involved with glaucoma surgery?

I am 70 years old, and since I started taking testosterone to boost below-normal levels of that hormone, my LDL and HDL levels have dropped. What’s the cholesterol-testosterone connection?

What is the proper treatment for a spider bite?

I am a 24-year-old female. I have been hearing a lot about getting your colon cleansed. Do you suggest this? Is it a good idea?

How long do I have to wait after a diagnosis of pelvic inflammatory disease to have sexual intercourse?

I recently had a stent placed in a coronary artery. I used to do recreational scuba diving. Does having a stent make diving more dangerous? Can I dive again?

Does a lack of vitamins B12, B6 or folic acid have an effect on arthritis?

I am a 43-year-old female in need of birth control. I smoke one or two cigarettes per day. What types of birth control can you suggest?

How many egg cells (ova) are produced in a normal and healthy female? Can a woman run out of egg cells? Do egg cells become less viable as we grow older?