Category: ask-the-doctor

I have a sharp pain on the left side of my face that comes and goes. It occurs on and off. What might this be? Is there a cure or treatment?

I’ve been taking temazepam nightly for three months. My doctor is afraid I’ll become dependent. Do you have any suggestions?

I’ve heard about drug education programs for kids. But what are “harm reduction” programs? And what impact do they have on adolescent alcohol and drug use?

My nose is chronically stopped up. Most days when I get up in the morning the first thing I have to do is blow my nose. What can I do about this congestion? What could be causing it? I get hay fever in the summer that makes me sneeze.

I was diagnosed with an enlarged prostate. My urologist has prescribed finasteride (Proscar) and tamsulosin (Flomax) to treat it. My urine flow has improved and I am able to empty my bladder. When can I stop taking these drugs?

Lately, I can’t seem to stay awake. As soon as I sit down anywhere I start falling asleep. All I do all day is sleep. I have a cough and my voice is hoarse but I don’t have a cold. My skin is very dry. Could I have a thyroid problem? What else could be wr

I recently needed a colostomy. I have a lot of gas and the output is very watery. Would changing my diet help? Any other suggestions?

I’m a 27-year-old male. Recently I started seeing a lot of hair growth all over my body. My chest hairs have grown to cover my entire chest, stomach and part of my shoulders. What would cause this sudden hair growth at my age? Is this normal?

What is a lacunar stroke?

What is the best way to treat the pain and swelling from a scorpion sting?