17.12.2020 | answered by Thomas Kreutzig
I (female, 38) have been having problems with my bladder for a while. Over several years, I used to get a bladder infection 2-3 times a year. However, for the past 2 years, I have had it under control and haven't had any more issues. About a year ago...
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08.03.2020 | answered by Felix Aaslepp
Hello,
about 5 weeks ago, on the recommendation of my endocrinologist, I started using Testogel. Initially, I used one pump for 10 days, and since then I have been using 2 pumps. Now, the first bottle is slowly running out and a few days ago I notic...
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03.01.2020 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Hello,
I have a question regarding melatonin and its influence on blood pressure. I am currently suffering from sleep disturbances. That's why I took a herbal remedy last night (Green Doc Quick Sleep Capsules), which contains lemon balm and melatoni...
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17.10.2019 | answered by Ive Dr. Schaaf
A very very important friend of ours was diagnosed with lung cancer 11 months ago. Surgery was no longer an option. He had metastases in his head as well as in his hip bones. The metastases were treated with radiation. Immunotherapy did not work. For...
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30.07.2019 | answered by Ive Dr. Schaaf
I have an evaluation from a radiologist (MRI of the head) and would like to try to understand the diagnosis to some extent:
Patient Male. Born 27.02.1946
Slightly enlarged brain sulci. Average interhemispheric fissure. The ventricular system is aver...
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31.03.2019 | answered by Ive Dr. Schaaf
Hello, exactly 1 year ago my brother-in-law passed away, who had suffered from herpes zoster among other things. I visited him often in the hospital. Shortly after his death, I felt a tingling or numbness on the front sole of both feet. For about 6 m...
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06.03.2019 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Hello.
Ten years ago, I had 120 cm of small intestine removed in an emergency surgery due to an accident (ileum above the ileocecal valve) and a mesenteric tear in the area of the sigmoid colon was repaired. Additionally, there was a brief suspicion...
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05.02.2019 | answered by Ralf von Seckendorff
Could you please explain to me the meaning of this finding?
The examination revealed a reduction of the intervertebral disc between L4 and L5, which is associated with a right median and paramedian protrusion of the posterior disc profile that exten...
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25.12.2018 | answered by Hans-Peter Schmidt
For days, I have been experiencing stomach pain and a bloated stomach. The stomach is very tender to the touch, especially in the middle above the bladder and on the left and right sides near the pelvic bones. It hurts a lot when pressure is applied ...
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21.11.2018 | answered by Ulrike Winkler
Hello,
I am currently in despair. Here is the situation:
My girlfriend and I were out last Friday, and she forgot to take her pill that evening. She realized this on Saturday morning and took 2 pills immediately, which was 15 hours (she can take the...
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23.10.2018 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Hello,
About 6 months ago, I started experiencing severe digestive problems. During that time, I was unable to digest almost anything for about 4-6 weeks, regardless of the type of food (I kept a food diary with gluten-free, lactose-free, etc.). I e...
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19.10.2018 | answered by Felix Aaslepp
A friend has stated that she had a laparoscopy done based only on suspicion. This means that the doctor apparently needed to perform an invasive operation under general anesthesia to determine something in the abdominal area.
Are there situations in...
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10.10.2018 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Good morning, I have a question about the blood test. What can you tell me about the attached blood test results?
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23.06.2018 | answered by Ive Dr. Schaaf
Today we received this MRI report and would like to know what it means.
The examination shows a focal rectal lesion in the form of circumferential thickening of the rectal wall and a decrease in the lumen.
The image has a longitudinal extension of ...
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21.03.2018 | answered by Ulrike Winkler
Good evening,
30-40 percent of all people have the virus in them and can transmit it through sexual intercourse or kissing. When there are open blisters, the virus load is extremely high and one is highly contagious. However, the viruses can also be ...
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20.03.2018 | answered by Ulrike Winkler
Even when the blisters and sores have healed, the infection can still be transmitted through saliva, vaginal or prostate secretions, and semen depending on the affected area. This is because the herpes viruses can remain dormant in the infected areas...
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14.03.2018 | answered by Ive Dr. Schaaf
My husband should take Cipro for a severe testicular infection. As Fluoroquinolones are under criticism for their severe and sometimes irreversible side effects, we are now unsure. Should he ask/search for alternative antibiotics and potentially slow...
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01.12.2017 | answered by Ive Dr. Schaaf
Dear team,
Here are the details:
Since 2007, I have been dealing with issues in my abdomen. Pain, pressure, burning, etc. Blood tests, ultrasounds, and MRIs have been done, but nothing was found. These episodes have continued. MRIs were done in 201...
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12.11.2017 | answered by Christian Lössel
I recently had an MRI of my head done, including contrast material. My question is, what is the white spot on the left side and which region does it affect? My symptoms are different sized pupils (left side larger) and dizziness. Thank you, Daniel....
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29.08.2017 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Chlamydia IgA
Hello, according to my blood test, the following was found: Chlamydia trachomatis IgG under 5 (normal value under 11 AU/ml), Chlamydia trachomatis IgA 11+ (normal value under 6 AU/ml). So only IgA is present. The doctor believes it is ...
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10.08.2017 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Hello,
Last week I had already asked you about fasciculations in both calves, and since then I have also been to a neurologist. I also mentioned ALS to him. He conducted a complete neurological examination, which showed no pathological findings.
Th...
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24.05.2017 | answered by Felix Aaslepp
Factual situation (concerning Hepatitis B):
In 1999, I was vaccinated with three doses against HepB. In 2009, I had my titer (Anti-HBs) measured, which was 109 mIU/ml (indicating successful immunization 10 years prior).
In early 2016, there was ano...
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17.05.2017 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Hello. I am female, 33 years old, 170cm/60kg. Until the beginning of this year, I was working and doing a lot of sports. I am a non-smoker, no alcohol, and have been following a vegetarian diet for 20 years. Throughout my life, I have always been in ...
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21.04.2017 | answered by Christian Welsch
Hello,
I have been experiencing symptoms on the right side of my face for 3 weeks. It started with intense tingling and mild pain all over. At first, I thought it was a tooth issue, as the tingling and pain extended from the upper jaw to the temple ...
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12.04.2017 | answered by Felix Aaslepp
Dear Madam or Sir,
Due to a lack of available resources of surgeons in my region, I would like to briefly describe my problem here and request an initial assessment based on my information.
Regarding my problem: After experiencing unspecific pressu...
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