Is there a question you're too embarrassed to ask your doctor? Ask it here! While we can’t give one-on-one medical advice, we do want to make sure we’re providing you with the information you need on a regular basis.

Question: I slipped unexpectedly and fell on the outside of my ankle when rock climbing this morning. I fell from about 3 feet off the ground. My ankle hurt terribly, and I’ve been off it all day. I think it’s sprained. Should I go to the doctor? Answer from orthopaedic surgeon Alex Sawatzke, MD.

Question: What type of moisturizer should I use daily to combat dryness? Answer by Sydney Miller, PA-C, Dermatology.

Choosing a birth control method is an important, personal decision. Because there are so many different methods, it’s tough to know which side effects are typical or mythical.

Question: I'm trying to quit smoking. What side effects should I expect, and how can I cope with them? Answered by certified tobacco cessation specialist Kecia Christensen, APRN-NP.

Question: Hi! I'm a 16-year-old boy, and yesterday, after riding my bike, I discovered one of my testicles had twisted. I tried the usual method, and it twisted back 180 degrees. But I don't think it's in the right position yet. If it's twisted 360 degrees, could it happen without any pain? Answered by Pediatric Urologist John Makari, MD, FAAP, FACS.

Question: Hello, I’m 14 years old and vaped for a year and a half. I recently quit because I heard vaping can cause brain damage and memory loss. Is this true? If so, is it possible for my memory and brain function to improve if I never vape again, start eating better and get fresh air? Answered by medical toxicologist Anthony J. Scalzo, MD, FACMT, FAAP, FAACT, AAN.

Advanced HIV happens when CD4 cells have been depleted low enough that the body is susceptible to opportunistic infections. With appropriate treatment, advanced HIV is generally no longer a lifelong diagnosis and can, in most cases, rebuild the immune system. 

Answered by women's pelvic floor disorder specialist Jen Cera, APRN-NP for those assigned female at birth.

What is the best diet for diverticulitis? Diverticulitis is an inflammatory condition that occurs in the large intestine. It develops when pouches, called diverticula, become inflamed or infected by bacteria. Since diverticulitis is an inflammatory condition, you should avoid foods that require extra effort to digest.