29.05.2020 | answered by Ralf Berg
Hello,
I have a question for an experienced doctor who has experience in treating carcinoid syndrome.
For about 5 years, after drinking alcohol, I have had a red face (flush). It usually takes about 5 minutes after drinking alcohol. Then my face st...
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12.05.2020 | answered by Christian Welsch
Hello, I have had pressure in my ear since Friday and the osteopath said it was tension, and treated my head and neck. The pressure got worse, so I went to the ENT today because my ear and everything around it feels slightly numb and fuzzy, and at ti...
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25.03.2020 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Hello Mrs. Gehring,
I hope you are still doing well, and I understand that the current situation is already causing enough worries, but I have a quick question...
I had mentioned to you recently about my persistent cough, which has not gone away af...
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09.02.2020 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Okay, thanks again for the response. I understand of course, if you are on vacation.
However, through your mention, the question arises about what could be behind the weight loss - I have to mention that I have noticed this since April 2019, and in ...
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17.04.2019 | answered by Frauke Gehring
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 ...
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13.11.2018 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Hello Mrs. Gehring, I have 2 questions regarding my lupus, after my routine check-up 2 weeks ago. I hope you can provide me with answers to both questions!
Regarding the 1st issue, my kidney, a biopsy was considered due to protein leakage (1g/24h), ...
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24.08.2018 | answered by Felix Aaslepp
Good morning,
Yesterday I received the results of a blood test, in which the following values were significantly elevated:
GOT 165
GPT 89
LDH 317
This surprised me greatly, as I do not consume alcohol or drugs.
However, my general practitioner did...
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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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28.11.2017 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Hello, it's been a long time since I've had a gum issue. The 24-year-old Lupus patient... A few months ago, I went to the dentist and he noticed very thick gums and recommended a teeth cleaning... Unfortunately, I haven't done it yet... Yesterday eve...
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03.10.2017 | answered by Ulrike Winkler
Hello, I am pregnant, currently in week 7, day 1, and have been experiencing lower abdominal pain since yesterday evening. It feels like a dull ache and at the same time, it feels like muscle soreness. When I cough, it seems to cramp up somehow. I am...
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13.09.2017 | answered by Ralf Berg
Hello...
I need help making a decision on a tremendously important and critical life question for me.
Behind this question is the following story:
I am male and have been living in divorce for over a year.
About a year ago, I met and fell in love w...
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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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29.03.2017 | answered by Nadja Struß
Hello.
For as long as I can remember, I have had a small umbilical hernia, which is about 0.5 x 0.7 cm in size. It can only be seen when looking into the belly button.
During my appendix surgery and afterwards, doctors have seen it and asked me abo...
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26.02.2017 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Hello, first of all, I know that online counseling cannot replace a visit to a neurologist. I am 25 years old and had my first generalized seizure at work (office) about 4 months ago. Initially, it was assumed to be an isolated incident, although sli...
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24.02.2017 | answered by Ralf von Seckendorff
Hello,
I have a question.
I am currently going to the toilet very often (urinating).
6-8 times a day.
This morning I ate a piece of ginger and drank about 250 ml of water.
For breakfast I had a whole grain roll with salad and salami, and then 2 c...
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02.02.2017 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Hello.
Since the beginning of December 2016, I (32 years old, male, 184 cm tall, 84 kg) have been experiencing problems with heartburn. I generally eat relatively healthy and exercise 3-4 times a week.
However, my problem is not the heartburn itsel...
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01.09.2016 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Dear medical team,
I am reaching out to you with a rather unusual question. I am a 30-year-old male, non-smoker, 184 cm tall, and weigh 98 kg. Since my 18th birthday, I have been suffering from recurring heart rhythm disorders (by the way, just like...
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30.05.2016 | answered by Ive Dr. Schaaf
Good day,
For 2 months now I have been suffering from itching without a rash, pain, or visible "bite wounds". About 3 months ago, I got a puppy, which was infested with Demodex mites in numerous spots about 7 weeks ago (she received bravecto), and sh...
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28.01.2016 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Dear medical team,
I have already written here once before because I am so impatient with our desire to have children. I am now (unfortunately today) starting the 8th cycle. A very nice doctor told me online that everything is normal for up to a yea...
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05.08.2015 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Dear Sir or Madam,
For several months, I have been complaining of persistent severe fatigue. In addition, I also experience constant dizziness, hot flashes, and headaches. I am completely lacking in motivation, hardly feel any joy, and generally can...
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13.04.2015 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Hello,
I have been prescribed a new pill, namely Diane35. I was supposed to start taking Diane35 immediately after my last dose of my old pill (Cerazette). I ordered my prescription online from a pharmacy and unfortunately it was not delivered on ti...
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31.01.2015 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Dear Sir or Madam,
I am 36 years old and female. Lately, I have been experiencing burning scalp pain and occasional left-sided pain. These symptoms have now disappeared, but since yesterday I have been experiencing muscle twitches when lying down be...
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15.01.2015 | answered by Ralf Berg
Good day,
I have been overdue since December 30, 2014 and my hCG levels were 126 on January 5 and 357 on January 12. Is it normal for them to rise so slowly? The Clearblue digital still shows 1 to 2 weeks. I also have light reddish to brown bleeding ...
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20.11.2014 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Dear doctors,
I have been experiencing constant eyelid twitching for the past six months. This is not the typical eyelid twitching that everyone is familiar with, but rather a very fine vibration of my right upper eyelid that is also visible to othe...
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10.11.2014 | answered by Christian Welsch
Hello,
I have noticed a mole that I would like to have evaluated by you, as best as possible online. It is 3.5mm in size and located in the hip area/back. I do not know how long it has been there. I have quite a few moles on my body and used to have...
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