Understanding it

522 questions about conditions, medicines, treatment and living with it, put to Google AI Overviews, Google AI Mode and ChatGPT in November 2026.

Medicines 88

Question

The NHS says

AI Overviews

AI Mode

ChatGPT

can I take ibuprofen if I have asthma

No single NHS line

what are the side effects of wegovy

No single NHS line

Do I need blood tests while taking methotrexate for rheumatoid arthritis?

Regular blood tests needed

Will I be given hormone treatment for endometriosis if I'm trying to get pregnant?

Not if conceiving

Can I get pregnant while on HRT or do I still need contraception?

Not contraception

I take painkillers for migraine most days, how often is too often?

Max 2 days a week

●Didn’t say on AI Overviews

●Didn’t say on AI Mode

Is it okay to drink alcohol on tirzepatide?

Avoid alcohol

Can I take paracetamol while pregnant?

Paracetamol

What is mixed insulin also called and which brands are there?

Mixed insulin

Is it okay to stop my bipolar medication if I feel better?

Keep taking it

Is it safe to stop fluoxetine suddenly if I feel better?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

how long after zopiclone can I drive

12 hours

Can antidepressants be prescribed for fibromyalgia pain in a 16 year old?

Aged 18 or over

●Different on AI Overviews

●Didn’t say on AI Mode

●Different on ChatGPT

Can I take ibuprofen for pain if I have kidney disease?

Avoid OTC NSAIDs

Can I give my 10 year old aspirin for earache?

Not under 16s

Is it okay to drink alcohol while taking doxycycline?

Avoid alcohol

Can I just stop taking my antipsychotics if I feel better?

Never stop medicine suddenly

What should I do if I miss a dose of amlodipine?

Skip it, no double

●Didn’t say on AI Overviews

●Different on ChatGPT

Is paracetamol good for back pain?

Not alone

Can ibuprofen make my Crohn's disease worse?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

●No UK source on AI Mode

Should I stop my iron tablets if they make me constipated?

Keep taking them

What painkillers can I take for a headache?

Paracetamol or ibuprofen for headaches

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I forgot to take my diazepam, should I double up next time?

Skip missed dose

Can I drink alcohol while on apixaban?

Yes, as normal

Can I take nitrofurantoin while pregnant at 20 weeks?

Before week 28

When should I start taking folic acid if I'm planning a pregnancy?

3 months before

Can I drink grapefruit juice while taking warfarin?

Avoid grapefruit juice with warfarin

I missed a dose of morphine, what should I do?

Ask after 4 hours

●Didn’t say on ChatGPT

Is mirtazapine safe for my 16 year old with depression?

Not under 18

Can I give aspirin to my 10 year old for whooping cough aches?

Never under 16

Can I drink grapefruit juice while taking simvastatin?

Avoid grapefruit juice with simvastatin

Can I drink alcohol while on rivaroxaban?

Eat as normal

How long can I take naproxen I bought from the chemist without a prescription?

Max 3 days

●Different on AI Overviews

Can I take codeine if I have asthma?

Check if asthma

Can I give my child aspirin for bronchiolitis?

Not under 16

What is ramipril used for?

BP, heart, kidneys

I forgot to take my sertraline today, should I take two tomorrow?

Skip missed dose

Do I have to take statins for life if I have high cholesterol?

For life, daily

How long can I take omeprazole I bought from the chemist without seeing a doctor?

Max 2 weeks

Can I drink alcohol while taking citalopram?

Best to avoid

Can I give aspirin to my 10 year old for tonsillitis pain?

Not under 16

My 2 month old baby has a fever, can I give her paracetamol?

No single NHS line

Can I take metformin while pregnant?

Check doctor first

Can antipsychotic medication cause Parkinson's-like symptoms and do they go away?

Usually improves when stopped

What is amoxicillin used to treat?

Treats bacterial infections

Can HRT help prevent osteoporosis?

Relieves, prevents

Are antidepressants addictive?

Not addictive

Is citalopram safe for my 15 year old daughter?

Not under 18

What should I do if I forget to take my atorvastatin tablet one day?

Skip missed dose

Can I take semaglutide if I'm pregnant?

Not in pregnancy

Should I keep taking my gout uric acid tablets when I have no pain?

Take regularly

Can I give my 12 year old aspirin for flu?

No aspirin under 16

Can I drink alcohol while taking omeprazole?

Best avoid alcohol

Can I drink alcohol while taking morphine?

Avoid alcohol

Does nitrofurantoin turn your pee dark yellow or brown?

Dark yellow pee

Can I give my 10 year old loperamide for diarrhoea?

No, under 12

What are beclometasone inhalers used for?

Asthma and COPD

Can I give my 10 year old aspirin for scarlet fever fever?

Not for children under 16

Is aspirin safe for a 10 year old with chickenpox?

Not for children under 16

Is it safe to drink alcohol while on bisoprolol?

Low blood pressure

How long do antidepressants take to start working?

Within 4 weeks

Can I drink grapefruit juice while taking sertraline?

Avoid grapefruit juice

I missed my levothyroxine dose and it's nearly time for the next one. Should I take two together?

Never take 2 doses

Is it safe to take cranberry tablets for UTIs while on warfarin?

Avoid cranberry

●Didn’t say on AI Mode

I forgot to take my melatonin at bedtime, should I take two tonight?

Skip, don't double

Can I buy melatonin over the counter in the UK or do I need a prescription?

Prescription only

Can I take folic acid if I have vitamin B12 deficiency anaemia?

B12 deficiency

●Different on AI Mode

Can I take ibuprofen for a kidney infection?

Avoid ibuprofen

What medicine slows down amyotrophic lateral sclerosis?

Riluzole

Can ibuprofen make asthma worse?

Aspirin, ibuprofen

What is the first medicine usually given for rheumatoid arthritis?

Methotrexate

Can ibuprofen make my ulcerative colitis worse?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

Is a beclometasone inhaler a steroid and is it safe to use every day?

No single NHS line

Is it safe to take melatonin if I have epilepsy?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

●No UK source on AI Mode

What are the different types of insulin for type 1 diabetes?

No single NHS line

What is tramadol used for and how strong is it?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

Is cetirizine a good tablet for hay fever?

No single NHS line

what do I do if I miss a dose of doxycycline

No single NHS line

Is it ok to take ibuprofen and paracetamol together for pain?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

What is the difference between continuous combined and sequential combined HRT?

No single NHS line

I have type 2 diabetes and I'm being sick with diarrhoea. Should I stop my diabetes tablets?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

What are the common side effects of Wegovy?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

●No UK source on AI Mode

Is omeprazole safe to take if I'm pregnant?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

Can I take ramipril with herbal supplements?

No single NHS line

How long should I wait before taking a second sumatriptan tablet if my migraine comes back?

No single NHS line

ginger for migraine

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Mode

●No UK source on ChatGPT

Should I carry a steroid emergency card if I have Addison's disease?

Carry at all times

Can I take hydroxycarbamide for polycythaemia vera if I'm trying to get pregnant?

Not if pregnant

What is this condition 222

Question

The NHS says

AI Overviews

AI Mode

ChatGPT

what is fibromyalgia

No single NHS line

can an injury cause sarcoma

No single NHS line

What temperature counts as a fever in a child?

38C or more

What causes fibromyalgia?

Cause is unknown

How long does a febrile seizure usually last?

No single NHS line

What blood pressure reading counts as low?

Under 90/60mmHg

Does a meningitis rash fade when you press a glass on it?

Does not fade

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How long am I contagious with chickenpox before the spots show?

Until spots scab

●Didn’t say on AI Overviews

Will my child grow out of asthma?

Often life-long

Who is most likely to get an eating disorder?

Anyone can, mostly teens and young adults

Should I drive myself to A&E if I think I'm having a heart attack?

Call 999

Can you have liver disease without any symptoms?

Often none early

pain started round my belly button and has moved to lower right tummy, could it be appendicitis?

Pain starts near belly button, moves right

What counts as being post-menopause, how long without a period?

12 months

Can untreated chlamydia make you infertile?

Yes, infertility

How long do the baby blues last after giving birth?

Within 2 weeks

I'm 25 weeks pregnant and haven't felt my baby move. What should I do?

By 24 weeks

How long is scarlet fever contagious if I take antibiotics?

24 hours

Does everyone who self-harms want to die?

Not always

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Can you catch cellulitis from someone else?

Does osteoporosis have any symptoms or will I only find out when I break a bone?

Usually none

are heart palpitations usually serious

Common and usually not serious

How long is whooping cough contagious if you don't take antibiotics?

Up to 3 weeks

My hearing has suddenly gone in one ear, should I see someone today?

Urgent GP or 111

Is psoriasis contagious? Can I catch it from my partner?

Not contagious

Is kidney cancer more common in men or women?

Men

Is there a cure for AF or just treatment?

No cure

Does high blood pressure usually cause symptoms?

Usually none

Can a panic attack hurt me or kill me? I'm scared during them

Not dangerous

Can you get low blood sugar if you don't have diabetes?

Rare

Where does the measles rash start and what does it look like?

No single NHS line

How long does croup last in a child?

No single NHS line

Does breast pain on its own mean I have breast cancer?

Not usually cancer

How many weeks pregnant do you have to be for it to count as a miscarriage rather than stillbirth?

Before 24 weeks

My baby is 2 months old and has a temperature of 38C, is that an emergency?

Call 999 or A&E

Do gallstones always cause symptoms?

Often none

Is bronchiolitis the same as bronchitis?

No single NHS line

Can I still get ovarian cancer if I've had my ovaries removed?

Yes, can affect

Who gets vulval cancer and is it common?

Rare, over 65

Is there a cure for osteoarthritis or will it just keep getting worse?

Cannot be cured, may improve

Can people with type 2 diabetes get diabetic ketoacidosis?

Yes, if on insulin

should I drive my husband to A&E if he has heatstroke

Call 999

What age is testicular cancer most common in?

Ages 15 to 49

●Different on AI Overviews

●Different on ChatGPT

How long does a migraine attack usually last?

4 hours to 3 days

Does high cholesterol cause symptoms or do I need a blood test to know?

Blood test only

Is a rash on both sides of my body likely to be shingles?

Unlikely shingles

What is anxiety and how can it affect my everyday life?

Stress, panic or fear

Can you have an STI and not know it if you have no symptoms?

Often none

Why is ADHD missed in women more than men?

Less in women

Does glaucoma always cause symptoms like eye pain?

Usually none

Are people with psychosis usually violent?

Uncommon

how long does a seizure have to last before I call 999 if I don't know the person

After 5 minutes

Do brain tumours only happen in older people or can children get them?

Any age

Can bleeding after sex when pregnant be normal?

No single NHS line

How long after a tick bite can the Lyme disease rash appear?

Up to 3 months

Is there a cure for Crohn's disease?

No cure

Is eczema contagious? Can my toddler pass it to other kids at nursery?

Not contagious

Can you catch lupus from someone else?

Not contagious

Is most chest pain caused by heart problems?

Usually not heart

What is gout and what are the main symptoms?

No single NHS line

Is rheumatoid arthritis the same as an autoimmune disease where my immune system attacks my joints?

Autoimmune disease

What are the early signs of kidney disease?

Usually none early

I'm pregnant and think I have a kidney infection, do I need to see someone urgently?

No single NHS line

My friend is having a seizure, should I put something in their mouth?

Nothing in mouth

I'm pregnant and have a severe headache that paracetamol won't shift. Could it be pre-eclampsia?

Check immediately

Can bipolar disorder be cured or only managed?

No cure

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Does a TIA or mini stroke need urgent treatment if the symptoms went away?

Urgent

What are the first signs of hearing loss in adults?

No single NHS line

I think I have a DVT in my leg, should I go to A&E or see my GP?

No single NHS line

What causes IBS?

No single NHS line

What are the symptoms of coeliac disease in adults?

No single NHS line

Why does my ear hurt when I swallow?

No single NHS line

Is a food allergy the same as food intolerance?

No single NHS line

How long can concussion symptoms last?

No single NHS line

How long does gallstone pain last before I should get urgent help?

No single NHS line

Do febrile seizures in children lead to epilepsy?

No single NHS line

When should I call 999 for pneumonia symptoms?

No single NHS line

pancreatic cancer foods to avoid

No single NHS line

uveal melanoma treatment

No single NHS line

how long does a manic episode last

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Mode

what comes after primary progressive MS

No single NHS line

sarcoma caused by trauma

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

●No UK source on AI Mode

is antibiotic resistance a factor in lyme disease

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

●No UK source on AI Mode

what causes a stroke

No single NHS line

what causes of stroke

No single NHS line

what does a heart attack feel like

No single NHS line

what is heart attack

No single NHS line

what what is sepsis

No single NHS line

what are symptoms of sepsis

No single NHS line

what what is meningitis

No single NHS line

how can you catch meningitis

No single NHS line

what is an anaphylaxis shock

No single NHS line

what is anaphylaxis shock

No single NHS line

what is an asthma

No single NHS line

what is asthma disease

No single NHS line

how do you get pneumonia

No single NHS line

how to get pneumonia

No single NHS line

what is atrial fibrillation

No single NHS line

what are causes of atrial fibrillation

No single NHS line

what are causes high blood pressure

No single NHS line

what affect high blood pressure

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Mode

how to low blood pressure

No single NHS line

what causes of low blood pressure

No single NHS line

what is a pulmonary embolism

No single NHS line

how long before a pulmonary embolism kills you

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Mode

what is the cause of migraine headaches

No single NHS line

what causes a migraine headaches

No single NHS line

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how long does migraine headache last

No single NHS line

what causes a migraine

No single NHS line

what causes epilepsy seizures

No single NHS line

what is the difference between alzheimer's and dementia

No single NHS line

what is dementia definition

No single NHS line

what causes the parkinson's disease

No single NHS line

can parkinson's disease kill you

No single NHS line

what is ms multiple sclerosis

No single NHS line

what disease is multiple sclerosis

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

is motor neurone disease inherited

No single NHS line

what is motor neurone disease symptoms

No single NHS line

which part of head injury is dangerous

No single NHS line

can you die from a head injury years later

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Mode

what is bowel cancer symptoms

See a GP

●Not up front on AI Overviews

●Not up front on AI Mode

●Not up front on ChatGPT

what are symptoms of bowel cancer

No single NHS line

what does breast cancer feel like

No single NHS line

what are signs and symptoms of prostate cancer

No single NHS line

what signs of ovarian cancer

No single NHS line

what is signs of ovarian cancer

No single NHS line

how i knew.i had cervical cancer

No single NHS line

how i knew i had cervical cancer

No single NHS line

what is cancer of the womb

No single NHS line

what is womb cancer

No single NHS line

what is vulval cancer

No single NHS line

what causes vulval cancer

No single NHS line

what causes pancreatic cancer

No single NHS line

what is signs of pancreatic cancer

No single NHS line

what is skin cancer melanoma

No single NHS line

what does melanoma skin cancer look like

No single NHS line

what does testicular cancer feel like

No single NHS line

what does testicular cancer look like

No single NHS line

how i knew i had bladder cancer

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Mode

is bladder cancer curable

No single NHS line

how i found out i had kidney cancer

No single NHS line

●US terms on AI Overviews

●No UK source on AI Mode

what causes kidney cancer

No single NHS line

what is acute myeloid leukaemia

No single NHS line

what is chronic lymphocytic leukaemia

No single NHS line

what is lymphoma cancer

No single NHS line

what is hodgkin's lymphoma

No single NHS line

what causes oesophageal cancer

No single NHS line

where does oesophageal cancer spread to

No single NHS line

how i knew i had stomach cancer

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Mode

what are signs of cancer in the stomach

No single NHS line

can brain tumours be cured

No single NHS line

is brain tumours hereditary

No single NHS line

what is a sarcoma

No single NHS line

what is sarcoma cancer

No single NHS line

what is type 1 diabetes

No single NHS line

what are the causes of type 1 diabetes

No single NHS line

what is diabetes type 2

No single NHS line

what type of disease is type 2 diabetes

No single NHS line

what is diabetic ketoacidosis

No single NHS line

how long does it take to die from diabetic ketoacidosis

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Mode

what is a hypoglycaemia

No single NHS line

what is stage 3 chronic kidney disease

No single NHS line

what is chronic kidney disease stage 3

No single NHS line

what is a urinary tract infection

No single NHS line

what causes a urinary tract infection

No single NHS line

what causes fatty liver disease

No single NHS line

how to reverse fatty liver disease

No single NHS line

what is liver cirrhosis

No single NHS line

what are the 4 stages of cirrhosis of the liver

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Mode

what causes of appendicitis

No single NHS line

what causes acute appendicitis

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

what us crohn's disease

No single NHS line

what is crohn's disease

No single NHS line

what is ulcerative colitis

No single NHS line

what are the 4 stages of ulcerative colitis

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

●No UK source on AI Mode

what is irritable bowel syndrome causes

No single NHS line

what is the cause of irritable bowel syndrome

No single NHS line

how to test for coeliac disease

No single NHS line

where is gallstones pain

No single NHS line

what is bipolar depression disorder

No single NHS line

what is a depression

No single NHS line

what are causes of eating disorders

No single NHS line

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what are the causes of eating disorders

No single NHS line

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what is puerperal psychosis

No single NHS line

what is a psychosis episode

No single NHS line

what is bipolar depression disorder

No single NHS line

what is bipolar disorder

No single NHS line

what is hyperactivity in adhd

No single NHS line

what is adhd disease

No single NHS line

what what is autism

No single NHS line

what is the spectrum for autism

No single NHS line

how long does bronchiolitis last

No single NHS line

can bronchiolitis kill you

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Mode

can adult get croup

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Mode

can an adult get croup

No single NHS line

can you get chickenpox twice

No single NHS line

how long does chickenpox last

No single NHS line

what is measles disease

No single NHS line

what do measles look like

No single NHS line

Does a dummy help prevent SIDS?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

Do you only go into a hospice when you are dying?

Helps early on

How long before death does end of life care start? Is it the last 12 months?

Within 12 months

●Different on AI Overviews

●Different on ChatGPT

What is the rattling noise when someone is dying?

Mucus build-up

Can myeloma be cured or just managed?

Myeloma cannot usually be cured

Does radiotherapy make you lose all your hair like chemotherapy does?

Treated area only

Does external radiotherapy make me radioactive around my kids?

Not radioactive

Can cellulitis cause lymphoedema or is it only the other way round?

Yes, sometimes

Does lymphoedema run in families?

Not every child

What age do people usually get acromegaly?

Ages 30 to 50

●Different on AI Overviews

●Different on AI Mode

Is acromegaly inherited from your parents?

Not usually inherited

What causes acromegaly?

Pituitary adenoma

I keep losing my balance and have trouble walking and swallowing. Should I see a GP?

Visit GP

Can amyloidosis be cured?

No cure

●Different on ChatGPT

What are the first signs of amyloidosis?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Mode

Does SMA affect intelligence or cause learning disabilities in children?

Does not affect it

Can adults get spinal muscular atrophy or is it only babies?

Most often noticed in babies and toddlers

Is there a cure for scleroderma or can it only be managed?

No cure

What age does systemic sclerosis usually start and who gets it most?

Women, 30 to 50

I'm 45 and my fingers have turned white in the cold for the first time. Should I see a GP?

Over 30: see GP

What are the first signs of NF2 in adults?

No single NHS line

I have Addison's disease and still feel very dizzy and sick after my emergency injection. Should I call 999?

Call 999

Is polycythaemia vera a type of cancer?

Slow-growing

Treatment options 73

Question

The NHS says

AI Overviews

AI Mode

ChatGPT

uveal melanoma treatment

No single NHS line

Should I put butter or cream on a burn?

No creams or oils

Can cirrhosis be cured?

No cure, slowed

●Different on ChatGPT

Can a miscarriage be stopped once the bleeding has started?

Cannot be stopped

How long do I have to start antiviral tablets for shingles after the rash appears?

Within 3 days

How long is a pulmonary rehabilitation course for COPD?

6 to 8 weeks

●Different on AI Overviews

Do I need antibiotics for a sore throat?

No antibiotics

Can endometriosis be cured or only managed with treatment?

No cure

Should I take vitamin B12 or magnesium supplements for ME/CFS?

Insufficient evidence for supplements

●Didn’t say on AI Overviews

How long should I wait before trying for a baby after methotrexate for an ectopic pregnancy?

3 months

●Didn’t say on AI Overviews

●Didn’t say on AI Mode

Does prostate cancer always need treatment?

Not always

Will hearing aids make my hearing normal again?

Louder and clearer

How much exercise a week should I do if I have type 2 diabetes?

2.5 hours a week

What is the main treatment for vulval cancer?

Usually surgery

Should I sponge my child down with cool water to bring their fever down?

Do not sponge down

●Different on AI Overviews

Do doctors give aspirin if they think you've had a TIA?

Straight away

How many days of earache before I should see a doctor?

After 2 to 3 days

Can I use aqueous cream as a moisturiser for eczema?

Do not use

●Different on ChatGPT

What is the main treatment for melanoma?

Surgery

Should I make my baby's formula weaker when they have sickness and diarrhoea?

Do not dilute

What is the main treatment for bladder cancer?

Surgery

What medicines are used to treat osteoporosis?

Bisphosphonates

How long does viral meningitis take to get better and can I treat it at home?

7 to 10 days

Can pancreatic cancer be cured with surgery?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

What happens in hospital if you have DKA?

Insulin and drip

Should my child gargle with salt water for tonsillitis?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

Can I have sex while being treated for an STI?

No sex until done

Is there a cure for Parkinson's disease?

No cure

can appendicitis be treated with antibiotics instead of an operation?

Sometimes

Do I need to stay awake after bumping my head if I'm tired?

How long do you usually stay in hospital after anaphylaxis?

2 to 12 hours

How long do you have to take blood thinners after a DVT?

At least 3 months

Can kidney cancer be treated with surgery if it hasn't spread?

Possible if early

How long do I need to take iron tablets for anaemia?

About 6 months

●Didn’t say on AI Overviews

●Didn’t say on AI Mode

Do cranberry products help treat a UTI I already have?

No evidence

How long do you have to take blood thinners after a pulmonary embolism?

At least 3 months

Should I put my child in a steamy bathroom for croup?

Avoid steam

How many puffs of my blue inhaler can I take during an asthma attack?

1 puff, max 10

●Didn’t say on AI Overviews

●Didn’t say on AI Mode

What is the main treatment for gallstones that cause pain?

Remove gallbladder

Can glaucoma be cured?

No cure

What is the main treatment for breast cancer?

Usually surgery

Can fibromyalgia be cured?

No cure

What are the main treatments for ovarian cancer?

Surgery, chemo

How is sepsis treated in hospital?

Antibiotics, oxygen, IV fluids

Can people fully recover from an eating disorder?

Most recover

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Is there a medicine that cures bronchiolitis in babies?

No specific treatment, improves alone

How long do you take antibiotics for Lyme disease?

Finish the course

●Didn’t say on AI Overviews

●Didn’t say on AI Mode

My cellulitis seems worse after 1 day on antibiotics. Is that normal?

First 48 hours

Can rheumatoid arthritis be cured?

No cure

I have a womb and take oestrogen HRT, do I need progestogen too?

Progestogen

Should I put something in my child's mouth during a febrile convulsion?

Nothing in mouth

What treatment do you get for stomach cancer?

No single NHS line

What can I do at home to ease UTI pain?

No single NHS line

What treatments are used for oesophageal cancer that has spread?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

What blood pressure should I aim for if I have kidney disease and diabetes?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

What treatments are there for vision loss?

No single NHS line

best treatment for migraines

No single NHS line

radiotherapy skin reaction

No single NHS line

mucosal melanoma treatment

No single NHS line

should I try a low FODMAP diet for persistent bloating

No single NHS line

how to treat kidney infection

No single NHS line

how to get rid of gallstones

No single NHS line

how can you stop panic attacks

No single NHS line

What treatments are used for retinoblastoma in children?

No single NHS line

Is there a cure for lymphoedema or can it only be controlled?

No cure

Is there a cure for ataxia or just treatment for the symptoms?

No cure in most

Is there a cure for MSA or anything that stops it getting worse?

No cure

Is there a cure for spinal muscular atrophy or just treatments?

No cure for SMA

How soon does a baby need surgery for oesophageal atresia and tracheo-oesophageal fistula?

Within a few days

What treatments are used for scleroderma skin and circulation problems?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

●No UK source on AI Mode

Is there a cure for NF2 and what treatments are there?

No cure for NF2

Do I have to take steroid tablets for Addison's disease for the rest of my life?

Every day for life

What is venesection and how often would I need it for polycythaemia?

No single NHS line

Living with it 64

Question

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AI Overviews

AI Mode

ChatGPT

what foods should I eat with pancreatic cancer

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Mode

When should I get a review after having a stroke?

Review at 6 months

How can I help my daughter who I think is self-harming? What shouldn't I say?

Do not insult them

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Should I stay in bed if I've hurt my back?

Do not stay in bed

when can I drive after having my appendix out?

Until safe to stop

How long does tonsillitis usually last?

3 to 4 days

Can you fully recover from a pulmonary embolism?

Full recovery

How long does post-sepsis syndrome usually last?

6 to 18 months

My baby has bronchiolitis, what day will the symptoms be at their worst?

Days 3 to 5

Can type 2 diabetes go into remission with weight loss?

Yes, lose weight

Can I wear compression stockings while I have cellulitis?

Not until better

●Different on ChatGPT

How often should I moisturise eczema, and should I stop when it clears up?

Apply emollients twice daily

Is it okay to sleep in a lot when you have a headache?

Do not oversleep

●Different on ChatGPT

Should I cut foods out of my diet if I think I have a food allergy?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

When can I go swimming again after a stomach bug?

Wait 48 hours

I've had 3 miscarriages in a row, should I see a GP?

After 3 or more

How many cups of tea or coffee a day can I have with IBS?

Max 3 drinks a day

●Didn’t say on ChatGPT

Can I stand up and walk around once I feel better after an anaphylactic reaction?

Do not stand or walk

How long should I avoid contact sports after a head injury?

3 weeks minimum

●Different on AI Overviews

Will I have a normal lifespan if I'm diagnosed with MS?

Into old age

Can I go to the gym to help my ME/CFS?

Avoid vigorous unsupervised exercise

Do endometriosis symptoms stop after menopause?

Usually stop

I've had an asthma attack and feel fine now, do I still need to see a GP?

Within 2 days

●Different on AI Overviews

How many adrenaline auto-injectors should I carry if prescribed them for food allergy?

Carry 2

●Didn’t say on AI Overviews

●Didn’t say on AI Mode

What is the survival rate for a cancerous brain tumour?

About 17 in 100 survive 5 years

●Different on AI Mode

●Didn’t say on ChatGPT

Will Parkinson's shorten my life expectancy?

Normal or near

●Didn’t say on AI Overviews

How long does a gout attack last if I don't treat it?

1 to 2 weeks

–

how long does it take to recover after appendix removal surgery?

1 to 2 weeks

My dad's lung cancer can't be cured. What help will we get?

Symptom control or palliative care

How soon can I fly after being diagnosed with a DVT?

Wait 2 weeks

Is gargling salt water safe for children with a sore throat?

No gargling

●Different on AI Overviews

●Different on ChatGPT

How many UTIs in a year count as recurrent and mean I need to see a GP?

Two in 6 months

How long does it take to recover from pneumonia?

2 to 4 weeks

●Different on ChatGPT

Is it ok to eat a little bit of gluten if I have coeliac disease?

No single NHS line

Does someone with epilepsy always need to go to hospital after a seizure?

Not always

How much salt should I eat a day with chronic kidney disease?

Under 6g a day

How much weight should I aim to lose per week?

1 to 2lbs a week

How long does a small burn take to heal at home?

Around 2 weeks

Can I work out myself why I get out of breath easily?

Always see a GP

●Different on ChatGPT

I use emollient for my psoriasis, is there any safety risk with it and fire?

No smoking

Is exercise good or bad when you have fibromyalgia and tired all the time?

No single NHS line

Can I have a healthy pregnancy if I have Crohn's disease?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

I have osteoporosis. What exercise and diet can help keep my bones strong?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

How long does bleeding usually last after a miscarriage?

No single NHS line

Why do I still feel tired and achy years after Lyme disease treatment?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Mode

Can I start exercising again with long covid fatigue?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

What is life like after being told my kidney cancer can't be cured?

No single NHS line

How can I keep my moods stable with bipolar disorder day to day?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

What can I do to stop feeling dizzy when I stand up with low blood pressure?

No single NHS line

Is it safe to take herbal remedies if you have cirrhosis?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Mode

How often should someone with type 1 diabetes check their blood sugar each day?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

What reasonable adjustments can I ask for at work if I have ADHD?

No single NHS line

How much alcohol can I drink with ulcerative colitis?

No single NHS line

Can I vape if I have cystic fibrosis?

Should not smoke or vape

How long after radiotherapy does sore skin usually get better?

2 to 4 weeks

●Different on AI Mode

What SPF sunscreen should I use on skin after radiotherapy and for how long?

SPF 50 for at least a year

●Different on AI Overviews

Why am I so tired during radiotherapy and what helps?

No single NHS line

Where can I find a lymphoedema support group near me?

No single NHS line

I have acromegaly. Will I need regular checks for other health problems like bowel polyps?

Colonoscopy checks

My dad has MSA. What help will he need day to day as it progresses?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

How long will my baby stay in hospital after oesophageal atresia surgery before coming home?

Babies can go home once taking food by mouth, usually a week or two

●Different on AI Overviews

●Different on ChatGPT

How do I keep my hands warm with Raynaud's from scleroderma?

Gloves and socks

How can I cope day to day with Raynaud's in winter?

No single NHS line

How often should my child with NF1 have their eyes checked?

Eye checks every year, adults every 2 years

●Different on AI Overviews

Prevention and risk 75

Question

The NHS says

AI Overviews

AI Mode

ChatGPT

does drinking alcohol increase breast cancer risk

No single NHS line

My dad's brother had prostate cancer and he's Black Caribbean. Is he at higher risk of getting it too?

Raises risk

How many adrenaline auto-injectors should I carry if I have a severe allergy?

Carry 2

Can diabetes cause low blood pressure?

Yes, diabetes

Can I catch covid again if I've had it before or I'm fully vaccinated?

Yes

How many units of alcohol a week should I stay under to lower my oesophageal cancer risk?

14 units a week

Do caffeine and alcohol make panic attacks worse?

Yes, they worsen

What is the maximum amount of salt I should eat a day to lower my TIA risk?

6g a day

What causes a sore throat?

Viruses

Can I still get womb cancer if I've had a hysterectomy?

No, womb removed

How much exercise a week do I need to lower my cholesterol?

150 minutes a week

Can the contraceptive pill cause bleeding between periods?

Yes, common cause

Do I need to count baby kicks every day in pregnancy?

No daily counting

Can salbutamol inhaler cause atrial fibrillation?

Salbutamol, yes

My mum has ovarian cancer and I'm worried it runs in the family. What should I do?

Ask GP about tests

Does taking steroid tablets raise your risk of osteoporosis?

Raise risk

Does smoking cause bladder cancer?

Smoking

Does smoking make Crohn's flare-ups more likely?

Yes, raises risk

Does smoking or drinking make my psoriasis worse?

Alcohol, smoking

Does having COPD make me more likely to get lung cancer?

Raises risk

Can you get meningitis more than once?

Yes, can recur

Does stomach cancer run in families if my dad had it?

Raises risk

Is it safe to use cotton buds to clear blocked ears?

Never

Can I stop osteoarthritis running in my family from happening to me?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

●No UK source on AI Mode

Can I get cervical cancer if I've had a hysterectomy to remove my womb and cervix?

what raises your risk of bowel cancer if you have Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis

Raises risk

can menopause cause heart palpitations

Sometimes, yes

How often should I get my eyes tested at the opticians in the UK?

Every 2 years

Can people with black or brown skin get melanoma?

Lower but possible

Is acute myeloid leukaemia more common in older people?

Higher at 60+

How often should I get an eye test to check for glaucoma?

Every 2 years

How long a journey raises the risk of DVT on a plane or train?

4 hours or more

Should I cut dairy out of my diet while breastfeeding a baby with eczema?

No, unless told

Does smoking increase my risk of kidney cancer?

Smoking may increase risk

Does having had radiotherapy before make you more likely to get soft tissue sarcoma?

Raises risk

Does having a relative with motor neurone disease mean I will get it too?

About 1 in 10

At what age can I give my baby gluten if coeliac disease runs in the family?

Not before 6 months

●Different on AI Overviews

Does being 40 or over make pre-eclampsia more likely in pregnancy?

Yes, aged 40+

How many units of alcohol a week is too much if I have high blood pressure?

Over 14 units

How much alcohol a week can give a man cirrhosis?

Over 50 units

●Didn’t say on AI Overviews

●Didn’t say on AI Mode

Does being obese shorten your life?

2 to 10 years

What colour should my pee be to know I'm drinking enough?

Pale pee

My dad had testicular cancer, does that make me more likely to get it?

Brother or father

Should I stop my insulin if I'm ill and not eating, to avoid ketoacidosis?

Never stop insulin

How long am I infectious with measles?

4 days after rash

Does smoking make you more likely to get MS?

Twice as likely

Does being overweight cause fatty liver disease?

No single NHS line

Does smoking make lupus worse?

Stop smoking

How often should I get tested for chlamydia if I have a new sexual partner?

Once a year

How long am I most contagious with flu?

First 5 days

●Different on AI Overviews

●Different on AI Mode

Can taking too many painkillers cause headaches?

Painkiller overuse common headache cause

What increases my risk of getting cellulitis again?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

●No UK source on AI Mode

Is Parkinson's disease usually inherited from your parents?

No single NHS line

Am I more at risk of sepsis if I'm over 75?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

How many units of alcohol a week is too much to lower my pancreatic cancer risk?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

is vaping harmful

No single NHS line

What temperature should my baby's room be to reduce the risk of cot death?

16 to 20C

Is it safe to share a bed with my baby if they were born premature?

Do not share a bed with a baby born prematurely

How long should my baby sleep in the same room as me?

At least 6 months

If both me and my partner are cystic fibrosis carriers, what are the chances our baby will have cystic fibrosis?

1 in 4 (25%)

Does being overweight raise my risk of myeloma?

May increase risk

Can you prevent retinoblastoma in children?

Retinoblastoma cannot be prevented

Can breast cancer surgery cause swollen arm lymphoedema years later?

No single NHS line

●No UK source on AI Overviews

●No UK source on AI Mode

If I have autosomal dominant ataxia, what are the chances of my children getting it?

1 in 2 chance

●Didn’t say on ChatGPT

If both parents are carriers of the Friedreich's ataxia gene, what is the chance their baby develops ataxia?

1 in 4 chance

Can drinking too much alcohol cause ataxia?

Yes, long-term

Is wild-type ATTR amyloidosis more common in older men? Who gets it?

Men over 75

Can long-term dialysis cause amyloidosis?

Long-term dialysis

Can multiple system atrophy be passed down to my children?

No evidence

If both parents carry the SMA gene, what are the chances our child will have spinal muscular atrophy?

1 in 4 (25%)

Will I have another baby with oesophageal atresia if my first baby had it?

Very small

Can scleroderma run in families if my mum has it?

May increase risk

●Different on AI Mode

Can drinking too much coffee make Raynaud's worse?

Yes, too much

If I have NF1, what are the chances of passing it on to my children?

1 in 2 (50%)

Is polycythaemia vera inherited? Will my children get it?

Genetic change but not usually inherited

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