Hello, I have had a strong cough for 11 days, during the first 4 days I also had a fever of almost 40 degrees. I am still sick until tomorrow, the cough just won't go away, I have pain in my ribs and chest and wheeze slightly. I am totally exhausted ...
Hello, I am 38 years old, have Hashimoto's, and weigh 75 kg at a height of 1.66m. I often have attacks where my pulse goes up to 140 to 160 at rest. My blood pressure also rises during these times. My normal resting heart rate is 60 to 70. I have ha...
Hello, I have to ask something again (Lupus patient, 26)... I came across the alcohol pain in lymph node cancer... I have a somewhat strange symptom and I hope you can reassure me, as the symptom presents itself a bit differently than described on th...
Dear Sir or Madam, I have been following a Low Carb High Fat diet for about 2.5 weeks now in order to lose some weight and eat healthier. My daily caloric intake should be 1691 kcal, with 103g of protein and 109g of fat. Sometimes these values are a ...
For several years I have been drinking alcohol daily. About 0.3 liters per day. My liver values are very high, GGT at around 250. Since I cannot immediately stop completely, I would like to only drink on 2-3 days a week from now on. My theoretical qu...
Hello, I am 24 years old and have a moderate to severe mitral valve insufficiency and an AVNRT (both are monitored semi-annually). I am aware that I suffer from low blood pressure (usually around 110/65/70) and have not fainted so far, but occasional...
Hello, I have been suffering from constant burping for a year. I have read a lot about it and have also seen a doctor. It seems that I suffer from reflux (acid reflux), although I do not usually feel the stomach acid rising when burping. I even have ...
Hello, I have been taking Paroxetine for 6 months. Lately, I have to admit that I have been drinking alcohol quite regularly. Sometimes even a bit too much! My question is: Could it be that the medication is not working as a result of this? There ar...
Hello, I am a 35-year-old male, 198cm tall and 125kg, and I am currently focusing on my blood sugar levels. Especially after finding out that my paternal family has a history of diabetes. Using a standard blood glucose meter, I have documented the fo...
Hello, For two weeks I have been experiencing stomach pain, which started with nausea and vomiting. Additionally, I also had diarrhea, which disappeared after two days. The pain occurs shortly after waking up, but it eases a bit after drinking some w...
Good day, Today I am addressing you with a very serious problem. I have been suffering from constant nausea for about 6 months. I would like to explain this constant nausea. Many people understand constant nausea as feeling sick from time to time. ...
I have been experiencing discomfort in the mouth/throat area for about 3 weeks. The symptoms seem to be present from the uvula downwards, until about 1cm below the chin (so from where the neck starts, about 1cm downwards). The main complaints consist...
Creatinine increased to 1.22. Ultrasound of the kidneys was normal, urine test strips at the urologist were normal, no hypertension and no diabetes. Should I still be worried...
Good evening, I am 30 years old, male, 1.80m/85kg. Since 2008 I have been suffering from a hiatus hernia with reflux. From 2008 to 2010 I took Omeprazole for heartburn. In 2011, I was diagnosed with lactose intolerance. Since then, I have been watch...
Hello, thank you for your response. I have another question. So, is it also a fungus that causes a burning sensation in the vagina after drinking champagne? What else could it be if it's not a fungus?
Dear Sir/Madam, I am currently participating in an abstinence program for preparation for the MPU (medical-psychological examination) (however, I still have my driver's license!!). Today I have to undergo the 6th urine test (EtG). I consider myself ...
Dear Dr. Schaaf, In October 2015, as a result of immobilization due to a foot fracture, despite receiving Clexane (40mg daily at that time with a body weight of 83kg and height of 1.65m - I have since lost 10kg), I developed a thrombosis in the fibu...
Good day, I have been experiencing extreme itching in the throat area for a few days. I cannot really tell if it is coming from the throat or esophagus. The pain is sometimes present, mostly in the evenings, and throughout the day it can be very dr...
Hello, I have had a deep vein thrombosis in my arm for 3 weeks, which was caused by a broken collarbone. For the next 3 months, I have to take Eliquis 5mg (active ingredient: Apixaban) and wear compression stockings. I had a follow-up appointment ...
For 2 weeks now I have been in the Philippines (flight in business class, almost always with legs raised or fully stretched out, drinking a lot, but no heparin injections or travel stockings). 2 days after my arrival, I slightly bruised my tailbone ...
Dear Sir or Madam, With this post, I would like to confirm my diagnosis and receive advice on therapy, as well as increase my understanding of my condition. A few weeks ago, I already contacted you ("Cause of gas in the stomach?", asked on 29.11.20...
Dear Dr. Schaaf, I have been following your contributions in forums on the topic of thrombosis and also your website Thrombose-Hilfe, and I am glad to see you are caring for those affected. Now I am reaching out to you as I also have some questions...
Help Hello, I have a question. For the past 4 days, I have had a slightly elevated temperature, with the highest being 38 degrees. Today, I have had diarrhea for three days and noticed a little blood in my stool. I have also noticed that my stool is ...
Hello Dr. Schaf, In August 2004, I had my first thrombosis in my right lower leg. After six months of taking Marcumar, everything was fine. The cause was an 11-hour flight with crossed legs combined with a lot of alcohol. There were never any proble...
Hello, I am male and 22 years old, I have the following problem: I have been suffering from chronic dizziness for about 3 years (but can still walk and run normally), lack of concentration, frequent urination, low libido, fatigue with inner restlessn...
