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Can you feel OK after getting hurt in a car accident and then feel worse the next day?

I was hurt in a car accident a couple of days ago. I felt shaken up and sore, but was checked at the scene of the accident and didn't accept the offer to be taken to the hospital...

Can a brain tumor be treated with interventional radiology?

My uncle was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Can the tumor be treated with interventional radiology?

How soon after anesthesia can my sister eat?

My sister has diabetes. She has to have a D&C, which requires anesthesia. It's so important to keep her blood sugars level: how soon after the anesthesia can she eat?

What are the risks of anesthesia for a patient with heart problems?

My mom, who has a heart condition, is scheduled to have surgery on her hip in a couple of weeks. Will the anesthesia for this hip procedure pose any risks for my mother, considering...

Can radiation treatment reduce the size of a tumor?

A tumor was discovered in my breast and my doctors are sending me for radiation therapy. Can radiation therapy effectively be used to reduce the size of the tumor?

Why is there such a radical difference between my chest X-ray and CT scan?

I was advised to get both a chest X-ray and a CT scan and both show very different aspects of my lung condition. What is the reason for such differences between the X-ray and...

What is radiation treatment for lung cancer?

My father has been diagnosed with lung cancer. His team of doctors advise radiation treatment for him. What exactly is radiation treatment for lung cancer?

What's the difference between an MRI and a CT scan?

I'm scheduled to have a CT scan of my lungs. My friends are asking me why I'm not getting an MRI instead. What exactly is the difference between an MRI and a CT scan?

Can diabetic neuropathy be treated with surgery?

I am a diabetic and now have nerve damage in my foot and ankle. Are there surgical treatments for my diabetic neuropathy?

Will removal of a cancerous tumor cause cancer cells to spread?

I am going to undergo surgery for a malignant abdominal tumor. Can removal of the tumor somehow cause the cancer cells to spread?

Can my body reject a pacemaker?

My cardiologist recently told me that I need a pacemaker to help regulate my heart. Are there chances that my body could reject the pacemaker?

What should I take incase of a common cold and flu?

Do I need to take medicines incase of a common cold and flu or should I wait for it to settle on its own?

Is there any medicine to treat boils?

I am 17 years old and am having a lot of boils all over my face. Is there any medicine to treat these boils?

What is the best medicine for treating a weak gut?

My digestive system and gut health is very poor. What medicines can I take to strengthen it?

Why do I have back pain during my period?

Every time I have my period, I end up getting severe back pain. Why is this?

How soon should I see my bilirubin count normalizing after starting treatment?

I had abnormal bilirubin counts when I was diagnosed with jaundice. My treatment has started. How soon will the counts start normalizing?

Is homeopathy a good option for treating muscular pains and aches?

Can I start homeopathy treatment for treating muscular pains and aches? What is the first step?

Can an overactive thyroid increase risk of heart problems?

I have been diagnosed with an overactive thyroid. Will this increase my risks of a heart problem?

Is shivering with a high fever normal?

I have high fever and am feeling very cold, hot and then start shivering. Is the fever making me shake? Is it normal?

Will I have to be on anti-depressants throughout my life once I start them?

I have some psychiatric issues but I am scared to start any treatment as I may have to be on medicines for the rest of my life. Are my fears justified?

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