Q: Why Does The Back Of My Leg Hurt When I Sit?

Q: Why Does The Back Of My Leg Hurt When I Sit?

A: Initially we need to determine what kind of pain we are discussing. Is it a sharp stabbing pain, a deep burning sensation, or possibly a quick traveling pain through…

Q: What Do I Do If My Stitches Break Open?

Q: What Do I Do If My Stitches Break Open?

A: This is a fairly simple “fix” but the answer depends on what you have available. Before I make suggestions I want to make it clear that the first thing…

Q: How Do I Deal With Constipation?

Q: How Do I Deal With Constipation?

A: Constipation can be uncomfortable and even very painful. It can be caused by anything from a poor diet to a serious medical condition. The first step when constipated is…

Q: Middle Toe Hurts For No Reason. What Should I Do?

Q: Middle Toe Hurts For No Reason. What Should I Do?

A: As a medical doctor I am concerned about the cause of the pain in your middle toe. I will assume since you said “for no reason” that, unless you…

Q: What is this weird bump that recently appeared on my back?

Q: What is this weird bump that recently appeared on my back?

A: I am afraid I have some bad news. CANCER. No, I’m just kidding (although it might be). Little bumps can appear anywhere on your body for multiple reasons. This…

Q: How can I (male) be more aroused by my partner (female)?

Q: How can I (male) be more aroused by my partner (female)?

A: This is a complicated question. At first, I noticed that the phrasing of your question implies that this has been an ongoing problem and not a lack of interest…

Q: Do I have a receding hairline? I’m 22 years old and think my hairline may be receding.

Q: Do I have a receding hairline? I’m 22 years old and think my hairline may be receding.

A: I love this question! It may seem like a trivial thing to be concerned about, but there are a large number of men, and probably some women too, that…