I noticed a small lump next to my knee about 2 weeks ago, which was painful to touch. Just before that, I was jogging as usual. The pain lasted for about a week. My primary care doctor referred me to a phlebologist, who was also unsure and sent me fo...
Hello, I have hay fever. Recently, I had to take the following antibiotics: Amoxicillin, Clarithromycin. During this time, I was almost completely symptom-free! Two days after stopping the antibiotics, my hay fever starts again - as usual - despite ...
Hello, first some information about me: male, 28 years old, non-smoker, overweight, lack of exercise, hypothyroidism (which is treated with medication), otherwise no known diseases. Last routine blood test was fine (August 2016). Last long-term ECG ...
Hello dear team, I have a problem in what is actually the most beautiful time of the year, on vacation since last night before the flight I had heartburn and took a Pantoprazole after eating, then I had stabbing, pulling stomach pains in bursts. Toda...
Certainly I cannot expect a diagnosis here, but maybe some advice. I apologize for the detailed explanations, but I am currently feeling somewhat desperate because no one seems to understand. Since I was 12, I have been constantly struggling with co...
Hello, I (34, male) am currently in India for work. The city is Pune, in the state of Maharashtra. It is developed and urban. Currently, it is the rainy season here, so it is humid and partly muggy. 1.5 weeks ago, I had a viral illness with fever, c...
Dear Dr. Schaaf, Through your website, I have received many helpful answers in the past few weeks, thank you very much for that! About me: 29 years old, female. First thrombosis (lower leg) in 2003 at the age of 16, which led to the diagnosis of a ...
Hello Mrs. Schaaf, Exactly 7 days ago, I was diagnosed with a DVT in my right leg after experiencing problems (tightness and pressure) in my right calf while jogging. According to the angiologist, it is technically a 3-tier thrombosis, as the poplit...
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 ...
If I want to cancel shortly before the start of a package tour, which was paid for with a credit card (includes travel cancellation insurance), for health reasons, would a doctor's certificate for a feverish flu be sufficient?...
Hello! Aneurysm was recently diagnosed in my 88-year-old mother's neck. We are planning a 2-hour flight: Is there a risk that the vessel could burst due to the pressure during the flight? Best regards!...
Fear of Multiple Sclerosis On the night of December 16th to December 17th, I was awakened by severe headaches and nausea. These pains originated from the back of my head and extended towards my forehead and temples. It was noticeable that these pain...
Dear Sir or Madam, I have a chronic fear of developing myocarditis and dying, and I have a few questions in hopes of finding some relief. I am currently suffering from a cold with the following symptoms (I assume it is not the flu as I did not have...
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...
Today, during a 2-hour flight, I started experiencing pain in my calf after one hour and my foot began to rub. The pulling sensation in my leg has persisted for several hours and is now radiating into my thigh. Could this be a case of thrombosis?...
08/13/2014: During a long-haul flight, I suddenly experienced extremely severe stomach pain and nausea. Upon arrival, I took an over-the-counter medication for heartburn, but the pain remained unbearable. During the night, I noticed black stools. In ...
Hello, this morning I sprained my ankle on my way to the train. I am flying to Greece for 6 days. The ankle is swollen but the foot doesn't hurt when I walk. I have a 2-hour flight. I hope it doesn't harm my foot. I was really looking forward to the ...
Good day, there is a plan to fly to India with children between the ages of 4 and 6. A doctor has informed me of the following regarding health concerns. Do you share this opinion? What else should be considered? "Unlike traveling to European countr...
Question to cardiology: I am 46, female, and I decided to undergo a cardiac catheter ablation due to my strongly pronounced extrasystole. The procedure took place on 2.7.14, was successful and without complications. I am taking 100 mg of aspirin dail...
So I'll describe my problem: Since I went to bed in the early hours of Tuesday, I slept until 3 pm. That's why I wasn't tired during the night to Wednesday and couldn't sleep. I then slept from 10 am to 4 pm. To get back into the right rhythm, I went...
Good day, After a 10-hour flight yesterday evening, I noticed that my left foot + ankle are swollen. I know that it can happen for legs to swell a bit during longer flights, but it's strange to me that it's only in one leg. I haven't had any pain s...
My wife has been taking cortisone for a longer period of time, currently 2.5 mg (prednisolone). Due to a long flight, my wife would like to take a thrombosis tablet before the flight. Do you see any problems or risks in this regard? Thank you very...
Hello, A few days ago I found out that I am pregnant (my last period was on 30.1.11). Now my question is: I am a stewardess, and I have to fly 3-4 long-haul flights, including to North America, in the near future. Normally, we should not fly once we ...
Dear medical team, My husband, 45, and I, 39, are looking to conceive a child. The potential start of a pregnancy would be exactly three days before the start of a previously booked medium-distance flight - four hours. Is there a specific increased ...
