Category: ask-the-doctor

How can I improve my brittle nails?

I get a lot of moisture in the pubic/vaginal area. I’m not sure if it is sweat or vaginal discharge. What could cause this?

Can I get shingles from another person?

What is the best preventive treatment for retinal holes in both eyes?

After walking about 1 kilometer, the balls on both feet are really sore. And I find it hard to walk around for about 2 hours after. What could this be?

Is it safe for a one-month-old baby to be treated with antibiotics?

My son is a high school senior. What immunizations/boosters should he receive before beginning college in the fall?

I had a booster shot for pneumonia in 2007. Should I have another shot?

What side effects might I have from the flu shot, and how long will they last?

Last summer I had a skin condition called tinea versicolor. And now it looks like I have it again. Can I get rid of it permanently? Could I be eating foods that cause it?