What Causes Pink Eye?
Learn what causes pink eye including viral, bacterial, allergic, and irritant triggers, plus transmission patterns and when to seek care from Dr. Tod at ChatRx.
Is Bacterial Vaginosis Contagious? Can I Spread It to My Partner?
Learn whether bacterial vaginosis is contagious, transmission risks between partners, and prevention strategies for BV recurrence from Dr. Tod at ChatRx.
How Can I Tell the Difference Between a Yeast Infection and Bacterial Vaginosis?
Learn key differences between yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis including discharge, odor, itching, and treatment requirements from Dr. Tod at ChatRx.
Can You Treat a UTI Without Antibiotics? Natural Remedies That Actually Help
Learn about natural UTI remedies including cranberry, D-mannose, and supportive care, plus when antibiotics are essential for safe treatment from Dr. Tod at ChatRx.
After Antibiotics: 5 Steps to Avoid Getting a Yeast Infection
Learn 5 evidence-based steps to prevent yeast infections after antibiotic treatment including probiotics, diet changes, and hygiene tips from Dr. Tod at ChatRx.
BV vs. Yeast Infection vs. STI: Spot the Differences and Symptoms
Learn to distinguish bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections, and STIs through odor, discharge, itching, and pain patterns for proper treatment from Dr. Tod at ChatRx.
How Can I Differentiate Between Strep Throat and a Viral Sore Throat?
Learn key differences between strep throat and viral sore throat including onset, fever, pain severity, and associated symptoms from Dr. Tod at ChatRx.
Can You Still Get Shingles if You’ve Never Had Chickenpox?
Learn whether you can get shingles without prior chickenpox infection, including hidden chickenpox history and vaccination effects from Dr. Tod at ChatRx.
Understanding How Pneumonia Spreads: Airborne, Droplets, or Contact?
Learn how pneumonia spreads through droplets, airborne transmission, and contact, plus prevention strategies to reduce infection risk from Dr. Tod at ChatRx.
What Are the Symptoms of Oral Thrush?
Learn to recognize oral thrush symptoms including white patches, mouth pain, swallowing difficulty, and taste changes, explained by Dr. Tod at ChatRx.