Boils & Abscesses – When a Lump Signals Deeper Infection
Learn when boils and abscesses signal serious deeper infections including warning signs, complications, and emergency symptoms from Dr. Tod Stillson at ChatRx.
Strep Throat in Adults vs. Children – Different Risks
Learn how strep throat affects adults differently from children including symptom variations, diagnosis challenges, and complication risks from Dr. Tod Stillson at ChatRx.
Sinus Infection vs. Allergies – How Doctors Diagnose
Learn how doctors differentiate sinus infections from allergies using timeline patterns, discharge characteristics, pain location, and treatment response from Dr. Tod Stillson at ChatRx.
Influenza or Common Cold – How to Tell the Difference
Learn key differences between influenza and common cold including onset speed, fever patterns, body aches, and when treatment matters from Dr. Tod Stillson at ChatRx.
Can Gonorrhea Be Cured with One Dose of Antibiotics?
Learn why gonorrhea can’t be cured with single-dose antibiotics anymore, current dual therapy requirements, and antibiotic resistance challenges from Dr. Tod.
Can the Flu Shot Give You the Flu?
Learn why flu shots cannot cause influenza, common side effects, vaccine myths, and the science behind flu vaccination safety from Dr. Tod.
What Is Gonorrhea? Everything You Need to Know About This Common STD
Learn about gonorrhea symptoms, antibiotic resistance challenges, testing methods, treatment options, and prevention strategies from Dr. Tod.
What Is Chlamydia? A Simple Guide to This Common STD
Learn about chlamydia, the most common STD, including symptoms, testing, treatment with antibiotics, and prevention strategies from Dr. Tod.
Early Signs of Influenza You Shouldn’t Ignore
Recognize early influenza symptoms including sudden onset, severe body aches, high fever, and extreme fatigue. Learn when to seek antiviral treatment from Dr. Tod.
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.