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Do essential tremors cause walking difficulty?
Hi, I have a cousin who has essential tremors. He is 60 years old and has had the condition since age 16, though in recent years it has become disabling. His voice sounds very irregular over the phone, he says that his shaking is out of control, and he can no longer walk. He lives with a friend and has a caretaker a few hours each day, thankfully, but He cannot hold down a job. Have you heard of essential tremors keeping someone from being able to walk? Thank you! | Hello, Movements disorders like essential tremor and Parkinson can cause difficulties in walking. If symptoms persist you can consult a neurologist and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What causes sore throat and red blisters all over palm?
Writhing the last day and a half I have developed reasoned red blister type dots all over the palm of my hands and a little bit in my feet my feet as well feel external tingly and my hands r starting to get some triangles as well also I started have a soar throat hard to swallow | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, this could be hypersensitivity reaction, some time this could be due to emotional stress, underlying cause of this need to be found out, this may be anything right from the drug to food, environmental, condition can be well treated with, Tab Levocetrizine 10 mg three times in day hope this information helps, take care. | |
Have lower abdominal pain with bloating. Using heating helped. Still have pain. Can take only liquids. Treatment?
I have lower abdominal pain with bloating. It came on rather suddenly. I had been applying a stain to my porch. At first I was cold and shaking. Used a heating pad and it helped. This took place this morning about 9:30 and I still have the pain at 9:12 pm. I did not take my temperature. I have no desire to eat but drink liquids. I did have a bowel movement before I painted. | Hello, Thanks for posting your query, Home remedy for stomach aches: mix one teaspoon of fresh grated ginger with one teaspoon of lime juice; take immediately after eating.Eat or swallow caraway seeds (not for kids).Blanch 2gm of passion fruit to 1/4 cup of water and drink.Drink: chamomile tea, peppermint tea, cinnamon, cumin.Soak 1 teaspoon of grained cardamom seeds in a cup of water, wait 10 minutes, drink 3 times a day preferred before eating.Drink hot water with lemon and peppermint.Blanch hypos leaves and drink or saturate the leaves in olive oil, filter and swallow.Blanch parsley and drink several times a day.Boil about a teaspoonful of Ajwain seeds in 1 cup (about 125 ml) of water for 5 minutes. Strain it through the tea strainer and add a pinch of common salt.Take fresh mint leaves and extract them to get about a teaspoonful of juice. Mix this juice in a cup of plain water and drink instantly. Though this mixture does not taste good, it gives instant relief.drink rosewater to help with the stomach ache and nausea.Chew 1/2 teaspoon of celery seeds with a pinch of salt. Then consume cup warm water. Regards. | |
Rashes appeared all over body after taking amoxicillin. Cured after few days. Whats wrong?
i took my daughter to the hospital with rash all over her body about 5 days ago and the Dr said shes allergic to amoxicillon and that i should stop giving it to her and the rash would go away with in a few days. Well with in 2 days the rash was gone and now its coming back fast. Could there be something more serious wrong with her? | Hi,Thanks for writing to us.Amoxycillin can lead to morbilliform rash- small flat to minutely elevated red rash as in measles. Treatment is witholding the drug and use of steroid lotion/cream. As the rash is recurring again, please get any viral exanthem ruled out by your doctor.HOpe that helped | |
Pores, blackheads all over face. Treatment?
hy sir......... i was having pimple on my face from my childhood means teenage.. i tried everything to get rid om pimple and now pimple not there and my face has so many big pores and blackheads.... i jst want to know what are the techniques available for filling up my pores and how much does it cost for my treatment. thank u | Hi, You have developed atrophic acne scars. These atrophic scars are broadly classified as rolling, icepick and boxcar type. The treatment modalities will depend on the type of scars you have. Various techniques are: CROSS (chemical reconstruction of skin scar - done by using various chemicals), different types of dermatosurgeries like subscision. Even Lasers may be used. The cost depends on the type of modality chosen and also on the number of sittings. Regards, Dr.Ajit Singh Kulhari MD - Skin & VD | |
What causes pain in the lower abdomen with high levels of white blood cells?
Hi how are you? I thought that i had a uti however two urine samples taken by by gyno and then my pcp came back as neg for uti but had a high level of white blood cells. no i am getting a pain on my lower abd ( it feels like ovulation pain) what can it be | Hi ! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. If I were your doctor, I would after clinically examination of your abdomen and a general examination, would advise for an ultrasound abdomen which would help in ruling out a few intra-abdominal pathology. The diagnosis would be based mainly on the physical examination finding, and the investigation findings.I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef. | |
Does circumcision cause inability to ejaculate?
I had a circumcision last of April, I am 64 years old, had semi erections while walking around for a few months, now that I have a new girl friend, since June, we have been having sex since July, but I never climax, or ejakulate, I dont even get to the point of sexual spasms? I enjoy sex with her although I am unable to maintain an erection with out taking half of a viagara. Is inability to ejakulate someting to worry about, or a side effect of circumcison? girl friend wonders If I am just to psychologically blocked? My wife of 41 years died 2 years ago?? | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. I can assure you that circumcision is not the reason for your present condition. Premature ejaculation, delayed ejaculation, erectile dysfunction and lack of interest in sexual matters are mainly due to anxiety and lack of knowledge. You are anxious or rather apprehensive. You are worried about your sexual performance. Such worries, rather apprehension drive you anxious.Have faith and confidence. Stop worrying about future. Psychotherapy techniques should suit your requirement. If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques.Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
Suggest treatment for severe chest pain
I am a male 47 I have a strong chest pain almost like a pull from the inside on my left side above my chest inches from my nipple. so strong I need to stop what I am doing. it last about 15 seconds and goes away. this occurs several time a day. no change in diets, nothing different in everyday activities. no arm pain or shortness of breath. | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. You are having intermittent, severe chest pain. This is common in heart related diseases. So we should first rule out cardiac diseases. So get done blood pressure monitoring, ecg and 2d echo. If all these are normal than no need to worry for heart diseases. Sometimes muscular spasm can cause similar type of chest pain. So take painkiller and muscle relaxant. Avoid movements causing pain. Don't worry, you will be alright. But first rule out cardiac cause for this. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
How to get rid of itchy bumps on penis and thighs?
Hey I am 21 years old and I notice these bumps that's look like mosquito bite on my penis and my thighs and is very itch and annoying just wondering if it's anything ? I know it's not herpes or anything because it doesn't hurt or anything and I've had it for a week what shuld I do ? I put cream on it and it helps with the itch but Im not sure weather it helps get Ridd of it or not ? | hello sir,thanks for your question i think you have fungal infection.it is more common when perspiration is more.keep your groin area clean and dry by drying off thoroughly after bathing and putting on dry clothing right away after perspiring.do not sharing clothing or towels with others, showering immediately after athletic activities, wearing loose cotton underwear, avoiding tight-fitting clothes, and using antifungal powder. use topical antifungal medications of the clotrimazole. These anti-fungal agents stop fungi from producing ergosterol, an essential component of fungal cell membranes.so you wil lbe getting relief as early as possiblethanking you | |
What causes swelling around stitches on forehead?
Hi I have a friend who had gotten stitches in their forehead a few days ago due to a massive hit to the head, it began to swell last night and gradually getting worse, now causing the eyes to have purple/green bruises. Should this be of concern, they have been taking ibuprofen for the swelling, but it has seemed to worsen. | Thanks for contacting HCMI am sorry to hear about your friend who had a trauma to his head that required sutures. Today you noticed that the area is swelling and he is getting bruising around his eyes. This is to be expected. The trauma has caused tissue damage to the scalp and there is bleeding underneath the skin. This blood now is seeping down toward his eyes and giving him the bruises. This will take about 1 week to resolve. To help limit the bruising he can use ice compresses and take ibuprofen for the pain. He has nothing to worry about.Hope I answered you question. Please contact us again with your medical questions and concerns. | |
Is the change in behavior of kid due to Bricarex?
Hi, My 2 and a half year daughter has been suffering from cough and had high fever. we visit child specialist and he advised Bricarex and Augmentin. Now the fever is not coming but her behaviour has changed, she has become very naughty doing things we do not expect from her, speaks in sleep. Some one told us this is because of Bricarex. Is it so? Should we stop giving her this medicine | Hi Dear Welcome to the HCM, Bricarex contains terbutaline. Terbutaline often causes hyperactivity,restlessness, irritabitility and many times tremors especially if the doses are towards higher side. Bricarex can be stopped for time being and its effect will wash off in about 24 hours. Hope the query is answered. thanks | |
Will chemo help in curing breast cancer matastisized to 4 lymph nodes?
i'm a 70 yr old woman with stage 3 breast cancer that has matastisized to 4 lymph nodes. seriously, will chemo really help me - couldn't I live a better quality of life for a while without the treatment. and by the way, I had a mamogram a year ago with no sign of cancer, so what's the deal with that. | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Cancer is a difficult condition and curability depends on the response to treatment. Sometimes one or more treatment methods have to be implemented to make sure that there is better survival. As you had no sign of cancer a year ago, the 4 lymphnodes might be a recent development and require immediate attention. It is best if you consult your treating oncologist and discuss the treatment in detail after a complete followup imaging. This might include chemotherapy with newer medication and that way your disease might be controlled. For widespread or significant lymph nodes radiation might also be indicated. | |
Why does the right side of my chest hurt so bad after drinking water?
I just drank a glass of water and the right side of my chest hurts extremely bad. Our dish-washer is not that good because old food was in it that was not scraped off and Also a piece of paper with ink on it went through the cycle with that glass in the batch of dishes. The glass I drank from smelled horrible. Is this serious sir and if so what is going on? | Hi,Dear,Thanks for your query to HCM.Dear I read facts of your query and reviewed it in context to your health issues submitted.I understood your health concerns and feel Concerned about them.You seem to have-Esophageal Ulcer and injury from Glass piece accidentally drunk by you.This is mostly due to trauma from the glass piece.EGD examination of esophagus and removal of the Glass foreign body, would resolve the health issue you have while drinking water.If the piece is small, banana eating would resolve the issue.Other causes of such chest hurt like esophageal perforation from glass piece and others need to be ruled out.For this to verify Second opinion from GI endoscopist doctor - would be needed.Just don't worry and be patient and co-operate with your doctors,till you verify with your attending doctors.Hope this would help you to treat your health issues in the best way possible. Welcome for any further query in this regard to following link- Good Healthy Life!!Dr.Savaskar M.N.Senior Surgical SpecialistM.S.Genl-CVTS | |
Suggest remedy for pain caused by cyst in ovary and kidney
I have a cyst on my Ovary, and I have a cyst on my kidney, I am in pain sometimes i cant lift my right leg without filling pain in the joint area, i also have a lot pain in back and lower and upper abdomen pain. is this associated with the cyst i have | HelloThanks for query .You have been diagnosed to have Ovarian Cyst and Cyst in the kidney and getting pain in abdomen ,leg etc .The pain that you have is mostly due to Ovarian cyst and not due to cyst in the kidney .The cyst in the kidney are usually benign in nature and present since birth and do not require any treatment while tension in ovarian cyst during period of ovulation gives rise to pain n abdomen .You need to get Ovarian cyst punctured laproscopically while the cyst in the kidney can be observed periodically .Consult laproscopic surgeon for necessary treatment .Dr.Patil. | |
Can missed period and stomach pain indicate pregnancy?
hi Dr, i am 24-year-old female my last menstrual period was 31 May and in this month i missed my period, yesterday i did a pregnancy test, which is negative, i have also stomach pain and feel semen type something in urine plz help .. my weight is 43 and hight is 5 feet ad 3 inches | Hi.You seem to be underweight, but as long as you are well nourished I don't think this should be a problem. If your menstrual cycle has always been regular, and this is the first time you have missed your period then I would suggest waiting for a while longer and then going ahead with a serum pregnancy check, and later even an ultrasound (but only 6 weeks or so later).For now, my best wishes are you with you. | |
What causes transverse myelitis?
Dear sirI have a problem called transverse myelitisCan u help me in this??Please revert me in detail about this.I am on wheelchair now with one sacral bedsore.My affected area is d3-d7 (ie dorsal spine)I am very upset because all of this. Please help meRegardsDeepak | Hello!Welcome on HCM!I am sorry to hear about your medical condition. This is a serious medical condition that can be caused by different causes: - viral infection- demyelination- an autoimmune reaction to an external agent, etc.. So, further tests are needed to investigate for this reason, including lumbar puncture and different blood lab tests. High doses of steroids coupled with long time of physiotherapy may be helpful. Kind regards, Dr. Aida | |
What is the cause of recurrent abdominal pain in 6 years old ?
Hello! My 6 year old son has recurring abdominal pain . He usually complains his tummy hurts pointing to his navel area often in the morning and at bedtime. The recurrent abdominal pain has been occuring on and off for several months. I ve tried to monitor his diet , bowel movements, stress etc...in order to determine the cause, but with no real answers. Not sure how to proceed... your hypothesis and feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thank you! Concerned Mom | Hi, Welcome to Healthcare Magic Forum. Your son may be suffering from Gastroenteritis or Appendicitis since he is pointing the pain to be around navel. Is your kid in the habit of eating soaps or mud (Geophagia). Get him examined by a Pediatrician, so that he can rule out any underlying pathology. He may need a Ultrasound scan or Abdominal X ray. Good Luck and Take Care. | |
What causes delay in periods?
Hello ! The thing is I am married since 2 years & I am unable to conceive. Doctors diagnosed it as PCO, I am under treatment. Now my periods were due on 16th oct but till now there is no sign.....& i started taking folic acid from last week whether thats the reason or i shud go for preg tests | Hi dear, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. Delay in the periods can be due to pregnancy or stress, hormonal disturbances like PCOS.Folic acid do not causes the periods to delay.I will suggest you to get a urine pregnancy test done to confirm the diagnosis and get further management accordingly.Hope you found the answer helpful. RegardsDr Deepti Verma | |
Is a MRI needed to assess any further nerve damage?
I am in the process of getting 3 steroid shots in lumbar back for bulging disk, on the last shot they moved the needle to left side since it was side with more issues, since the shot, a week ago, I have had continued pain, worse than normal, and numbness in left leg when I use it as weight bearing leg. Do I need to have an MRI to see if further damage has been done to nerve? | Hello dear,Please accept my concerns for you.Yes, since it seems that your symptoms(pain and numbness) have significantly increased acutely after the steroid shot,a follow up MRI should be done to see the severity and extent of abnormality compared to baseline.I hope it helped. | |
23 years old suffering from raw rice addition & have belly pain. How can I stop eating raw rice ?
hi am vila 23 years old am suffering from raw rice addition since am fifteen. I do 2 mouth surgery beacause of broken teeth all my teeth are dead. i have belly pain.. difcficulty to sit,to walk.. feel out of breath sometime. The thing is that iwant to stop. I ve try lots of time but i can . I have difficle menstruation. I eat raw rice all dat long if i dont eat i can t sleep i even have get insomnia problems. the think is that i want to stop but how ? | Hi Vila, Thanks for trusting HealthCareMagic with your query. Your problem seems to be a very rare kind of addiction. Based on the information provided, it seems your are motivated to give up this addiction as you appear to understand the fact that it is hurting your body physically. It seems that you are struggling psychologically as well. I guess first and foremost, you should get yourself checked physically as raw rice can cause some physical issues and some of the problems of menstruation could be due to other unrelated/related issues. An opinion from physician or gynecologist might be helpful. Next comes the issue of addiction. I suppose one method could be to use Exposure and response prevention strategy. The basic principle would be to expose you to raw rice which will possibly induce the desire to eat it and then have someone stop you from eating it. During this process, you might experience significant restlessness and anxiety. If you are motivated enough and know relaxation techniques, try to be in this situation for approximately 90 minutes or when you feel your anxiety is wearing off without any additional help. You will realize that gradually the intensity of your craving is reducing and after sometimes start doing it yourself. You can take the help of a clinical psychologist in this process. The role of medication would be very limited. However, I believe consulting a psychiatrist to explore other psychological issues (if any) can be of further benefit. Hope this will be of some help. Best wishes, Dr. Amardeep | |
Q. Is there any risk in repeated open heart surgery?
Hi doctor, I am a 32 year old male weighing 60 kg and my height is 5'9". I had undergone open heart surgery 7 years back for aortic stenosis valve replacement. One day my eye got swollen and felt some dizziness. So, I went to the doctor for checkup. He told me that I had calcium deposit on aortic valve, which is already replaced valve. Now I want to know that, Is there is any option for replacement of valve again other than open heart surgery? My whole report was good in terms of cholesterol and other things the only problem was calcium deposit. If valve can be replaced through TAVR, where can I get the best treatment? Earlier I had valve replacement open heart surgery in a reputed hospital. Please provide me all information regarding this. Is there any risk in another open heart surgery or in TAVR? | Hello. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. Transthoracic aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is usually considered as a good choice for patients who are not a good candidate for open heart surgery. It is a good alternative for patients based on clinical evaluation and severity of the disease. Every procedure has its own risk factors and the same to TAVR and open heart surgery. It includes heart musculature rupture, valvular damages, some damage to the vessels coming out and going into the heart. Damage to the brain and other major organs due to clot or thrombus formation may also occur due to manipulation and surgery. But in modern day techniques, there are least complications and the benefits outweigh the risks for sure. | |
What is the cause and treatment for oral thrush?
I still have spores on my tongue from a thrush infection that was caused from an nstrument my dentist was using. I do not have aids or any other immune deficiencies. My condition was exasperated by my doctor giving me anti-bods initially. I no longer feel any of the horrible effects from my six months of sufferin however I still have a lite condition of spores on my tongue. Is there anything you can recommend to eradicate these spores? | Hello read through your query and accordingly I suggest you to be cool and calm.Stress and tension is a major cause for thrush.So practice meditation or yoga 30mins daily.Besides that you can follow these few simple steps1)brush twice daily2)do chlorhexidine mouthrinse daily3)do tongue scraping(it removes a whole load of microbes from your tongue)daily4)drink lots and lots of water(water is a universal medicine)5)apply nystatin gel on your tongue for a week or twoFollow these steps and see the difference.And after a month or so if its still persisting meet a dentist and also a physician and see for any systemic causes.So be cool and stressfree.Happy and stressfree mind and cool attitude is the best medicine for any disease.Hope you are benefitted something from this reply.Have a healthy day!!! | |
Is control of diabetes possible through medication?
i want to take the appoinment from DR.L.K. SHANKDHAR for my 11 yr daughter who is suffered from sugar and thorid at present she take the insulin for sugar.But i want to control the sugar through medicine instead of insulin ,whether it is possible pls suggest | Hello,I am sorry to say that Diabetes Mellitus type 1 is treated only with insulin for a lifetime. It is type 2 which is treated with medicine.The difference is that type 1 is present from birth, so you just have it and the type 2 is earned in life. So in children, most of the cases, we have type 1 so Insulin is the only solution.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Elona Dashi | |
What causes pain in the knuckles long after treating Gout?
I have had a very severe gout attack on my middle knuckle and had to have surgery to drain the Chrystal s about 5 years ago. Today the same knuckle has the same symptoms progressing as before. Quite painful. I saw my dr yesterday and he said my acid was very high. Since it went so bad last time, should I go back to the ER now or wait? I am on Colcrys now. | dear sir/madamit is gouty arthritis symptoms you are experiencing again. since you were started on colchicine you can wait for the drug to take its effect, usually the 2nd episode would be less severe,i would also recommend ice fomentation you can wait. | |
What lump inside ear?
I have a hard lump inside my left ear just below the helix, if I run my finger down from the top of my ear it is just below the top curve of my ear, if I pinch in that area there is a hard bump inside the skin, is this common, I just noticed it last week, it has not gotten any bigger and moves around between my fingers. | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern.As per your query you have lump inside your ear . Well there can be many reasons for lump in ear like infection also known as otitis externa , cyst , swollen lymph node or hematoma from minor injury . I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist . Doctor will examine with otoscope and order test like CT scan , MRI or x-ray to confirm diagnosis and rule out other causes . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics ( amoxicillin ) for at least 10 days , remove with the help of suction device or remove it surgically . For now keep your ear dry and apply dry warm compresses to external ear . Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari | |
Can catarrh get on the stomach and cause pain and diarrhea?
Can catarrh get on the stomach and cause pain and diahorrea, i have had this from a child, i am now 56 years and still getting same symptons. Is there any medication that would help? | Hi, Tanks for query, As you have got this problem since child hood this is to be evaluated. you might have IBS or chronic intestinal infection like chronic amoebiasis,dysentry. Consult physician and go for investigations. ok and bye. | |
Suggest treatment for sharp pain in elbow
I have had a sharp pain in my elbow and can t raise my arm. Now my arm to my hand is swollen. Dropped a small plastic bowl on the elbow a few days ago. Have been in and out of the hospital for part of June and July with bleeding and had an upper gi and coloniscopy. Had cauterizing in upper and clips in lower. What dr. should I see and could this be related to my previous problems? | Hello, From your previous disease, it feels like you have done both upper and lower clips which indicates you had some bleeding disorders. Kindly mention your past diseases or any medications on which you are going on. As many of them may predisposition to bleeding. What you might be feeling with right now may be related to that TO CONCLUDE:: 1) Kindly get an orthopedic consultation 2) Till seeing your doctor you can do the following: a) Kindly immobilize the joint (you can take a piece of cloth wrap one end over your arm make a loop get it through your neck so that when you leave your arm your neck will support it b) Can apply ice packs for swelling (check whether you hand had turned blue or not if yes got ER immediately as it may indicate bleeding c) For any pain you can take simple analgesics likes Ibuprofen. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr ASIF, General & Family Physician | |
How to control my high blood pressure?
I have high BP readings lately at the doctors (138/130 or the otherway round I can't quite remember), I have high crp (they want a repeat in a month). Other symptoms are lots of headaches, pins and needles (even when I'm not leaning on my arm or wherever) my vision is more blurry and for a while I thought I've just developed a weak bladder (always wanting to go to the loo especially at night) also not sleeping well. unfortunately I am overweight (bmi 39). Docs want a urine test. | hello,I have gone through your query.Thanks for using HCM.I need to know exact reading of your BP.138/130 is incorrect figure.Your symptoms are multiple requiring investigations including Blood sugar.I can guide you only after getting your reprots,My best wishesDr.Rajesh Teli,MD. | |
What causes a red blister with inflammation on the forearm?
I woke up with a large welt on my forearm that was itchy. I then took a hot shower and it became a small blister and the skin around it red with inflammation. I went to my pcp who prescribed prednisone 2 wks ago and it now has returned. I went for blood work for Lyme Disease which was negative. i have another package of Prednisone. Should I take this? Need diagnosis. Thanks! | Hello!I really appreciate your concern. You could have antihistaminic drug like levocetrizine along with prednisolone for this time. It will help you a lot.Hope my answer has solved your query. Take Care.Thank you. Best Regards.Dr. Manan | |
Suggest treatment for amoebiasis
my child has been diagnose with amoebiasis just last thursday. Her pedia prescribed metronidazole flagyl for 7 days. Its been her 7th days of meds yesterday..and until now she still have loose stool and void 6 to 7 times a day. What's the next step will I do? | Hi I would recommend that you consult the pediatrician again. Meanwhile please keep the child hydrated with WHO Oral rehydration syrup.regards. | |
Suggest treatment for pain under the breast after an injury
I have drop seizures and I heard a crack as I landed on floor side on. Pain is underneath right breast. Extremely painful when breathe in. I also get painful spasms. Can t bend over or get something off floor. Should I go and get X-ray. Got a spasm right now. | hiu seem to have fractured your rib.get an xray done and if its fracture get strapping done and take restthanks Take care | |
What causes a lump near urinary meatus?
Hi, few months ago, I had a urinary infection, which was not confirmed to be Gonorhea exactly, cuz the test was neither positive nor negative. Anyways, I was treated with antibiotics for 10 days and It got fixed. Although ever since I have few problems since not resolved. 1st - there is a small swelling on the left side of my meatus which looks like a little balloon when my penis is erected - its been there for near 4-5 months and doesn t hurt me at all, but don t know what is it and how can I remove it. 2nd - sometimes when I ejaculate, I feel a lil pain inside, for me it feels like a stopper before the semen comes out and is a bit painful. 3rd - my gland penis after ejaculation gets bit reddish and on lil dots, which might be a result from corticosteroide creams I used (I had balanipostitis some time ago). So, pls help cuz I have tried many doctors already and everybody says everything is fine, but is not. | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern in male patient urinary tract infection is very less likely, second swelling that you been noticed could be nonspecific and may be the normal structure, do try to pull it out, your clinical condition may be suggestive of urethral stricture and this need to be ruled out better to see the urologist, hope this information helps, take care have a nice day. | |
What causes liver burning and pain with diarrhea?
Had what I m pretty sure was the stomach flu over the weekend. It started Saturday night with vomiting and diarrhea. The last time I vomited was at 7am on Sunday. Its Monday and I still have the diarrhea (yellow in color). I have also noticed that every time I have a CT done with the contrast, I have yellow stool for a few days One time it lasted about two weeks. My liver is burning and hurting. I do not have my gall bladder. Why would my liver feel so bad. Its burning and just hurting. Feeling bad. no fever. get the sweats here and there. Worried, with no insurance for another month due to a job change. | Hello dear user!Welcome to HCM!If you have had CT scan with contrast it is expected to have yellow/orange stools. It happens because the chemicals that the contrast contains, change stool color. It will happen for a while of time until the contrast is out of the body.The pain and uncomfortable feeling you are experiencing may be due to a higher sensitivity you have against the contrast chemicals. Liver function may have been alternated a little bit, and gastrointenstinal symptoms has showed up. You may have complains related to the vomiting, diarrhea, dyspepsia, heavy feeling in the stomach or right upper part of abdomen.If you have removed the gallbladder these symptoms are likely to be present more often than generally, and you may have problems with the digestion. I recommend you to have light meals and foods for a while of time, till the symptoms get away. Take a lot of drinks. To ease and improve the digestion you may use lactic ferments and ORS since you have had vomits and diarrhea.If you have these concerns for a long time, and the situation doesn't get better please go to your Healthcare center.I hope you will be fine soon.Best regards!DR ERIOL | |
Suggest medication for abdominal pain
Hi I'm having uncomfortable stomach pains and I am under the impression I am having stomach bleeding due to the use of various medications lately I have been using for my cold. How much do you actually have to consume in order to get stomach bleeding? ): | Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history. You can say that you are bleeding indie only if the vomiting is present with blood or coffee colored or there is actual blood or black colored stool. Of course the best way id to have an upper GI Endoscopy and Colonoscopy, tests of the stool for occult blood to prove. There is no such dose that can cause bleeding, it can be a single dose of an tablet like Ibuprofen that can cause this and that is the reason you should always take PPI or Ranitidine with the medicines, and always after food or with milk. So do not worry if you do not any of the symptoms I have marked for you. | |
Suggest remedy for pain in tip of penis after being hit by a board
I was surfing the other day and as I was getting up on my board i hit a bump which caused me to hit my penise on my board felt like right in the tip and ever sense then right under the head of my penice it hurts when I cough or sneeze and sometimes when I move it wrong can I get some help I don't see some brusing but I would just like someone else word on this please and thank you | HelloThanks for query .The pain at the tip of the penis after getting hit by a board is mostly due to trivial injury to the tip of penis .You need to take broad spectrum antibiotic like Cefotaxime along with anti inflammatory drug like Diclofenac twice daily along with topical antibiotic ointment like Neosporin twice daily.Ensure to wash your genitals with warm water twice dailyEnsure to avoid sexual encounters till it heals up completely.This should get cured witin a week ,Dr.Patil. | |
What causes swelling in abdomen after CT scan?
Since having a ctscan of my lower abdomen and pelvic region I have been experiencing a swollen/distended abdomen. I am very small and have never had a tummy and my stomach feels as if all the organs are swollen. Thank you for answering my question. | iodinated contrast may cause swelling in Lower abdomen. if you are suffering form any renal dysfunction or contrast allerfy | |
Can dust allergy be cured completely?
hello doctor.. im 26 F suffering from dust allergy from my childhood... symptoms are wheezing, running nose, itching eyes, cant go outside during summber. yesterday i went on allergy test...i get this dust allergy ly in summer from feb tto may . i wanted to know 1) will this allergy get cured permanently 2) will it affect to other parts of our body after consuming medicine prescribed from allergy center3) will it continuous to next generation also plz reply doctor i wanted to get ride of this dust allergy | Hello,Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your queries and would like to make suggestions for you as follows:1) Will allergy get cured permanently:In modern science, allergen specific immunotherapy is a hope for long term relief from allergy symptoms as it works on immune system. Allergen specific immunotherapy is usually prescribed by Allergists-Immunologists.2) Will it affect other parts of body:As you have wheezing, nose & eye symptoms, you are allergic from air-borne allergens. Aeroallergens usually cause allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, allergic asthma etc. It important that they are treated promptly. For example, if allergy rhinitis is not treated promptly, it could lead to long standing nose obstruction and can affect hearing, sinuses, etc.Rarely aeroallergens can cause dermatitis or urticaria.However, if you are allergic, it is possible that you develop allergies to other allergens with progression of time. Allergen specific immunotherapy can halt this process of progression of allergy.3) Not all, but 40-60% of children of allergic parents can have allergies. It is difficult to say which children will get allergy from parents. The chance will be higher if both parents are allergic.Hope above information will solve your queries.Should you have any further query, please feel free to ask at HCM.Wish you the best of the health ahead.Thank you & Regards. | |
What causes burning sensation in the groin area?
My daughter has a burning sensation and pulling in her groin area after a surgery to sever a nerve causing other pain in her groin area....we have been unable to determine any problems even though she has has had a CT scan and MRI recently. Both of these scans showed absolutely nothing wrong even though the burning and pain continues. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It could be due to Urinary tract infection. Ask her to drink plenty of fluids. Please upload medical notes if available. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Would Risperdal help in the healing process of traumatic brain surgery?
My friend s son had a traumatic brain injury 3 years ago.Was doing well with walking and talking...They have put him on Risperdal. He has no expression to his face,hardly talks anymore and has a stilted gait. also has gained a lot of weight. Would the Risperdal cause this change in him. Thank you | HI your friends son might be having hyperactivity for which he might have been started on Risperdal.Weight gain is the side effect of this drug. and others may due to the brain injury he suffered. Risperdal perse wont heal, but will help in decreasing some symptoms.Thanks | |
What causes recurrent blisters on the legs despite using Mupirocin?
my son has been getting blisters on his legs for the last 3 weeks ever since we went to our house upstate NY. His pediatrician thought it may be a staph infection and treated it as so, with antibiotics and washing it 3 times a day with lever 2000 and then applying mucipropin cream after each wash. We went upstate this past weekend and within an hour of my son riding his atv his blisters came back 10 fold. Not sure what the problem is. | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicHe may need a swab of the lesions to determine the exact bacteria involved and the antibiotics that would best treat it.If the original lesions occurred after riding his ATV the first time, may also need to determine if this is a source of infection.I hope this helps | |
Could strange, sore, hard bump under the skin of buttock be just a cyst?
hi, i have had this strange bump under the skin on the side of my buttock. i rubbed it with my finger and it got a little soar. its also a little hard and i can only see it when i flex, i think its on the muscle. do you have any ideas what it might be? thought mabey a cyst | HI. How long you have this lump?Id of a short duration , it can be a cyst as you have rightly noticed.If of a long duration , think of a lipoma. | |
Can a gastric bypass and anal rectal prolapse cause blood in stools ? How can this condition be treated ?
Hi. I have had blood in my stool...about a tablespoon everytime and pain and irritaion. I have constant loose stool due to a gastric bypass and have had a anal rectal prolapse. Should I be worried? what should I do? my lower back has also been hurting. I am 32 years old | all your symptoms r due to r prolapse ... u need to look a good surgeon for rectal correction surgery ....he can plan asurgery after some hemostatics & antibiotics if needed | |
Can anal sex lead to pregnancy?
i am 22 yr old female a virgin but had anal sex without any protection.i had last period from 10 to 20th august and i had anal sex on 10th sep without any protection but i washed it as soon as i gt wet with ejaculation.can i become preg with that?i didnt have period since then.can i become pregnant? | Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Anal sex does not cause pregnancy, but make sure that there is no entry of sperm into vagina.Sperm can not meet the ovum through anal canal route. Again you did safe period of the cycle during this time there is no ovulation occur. Avoid stress, take healthy diet, drink plenty of water, do regular exercise.Use safe sex practice like condom and birth control pill in future to prevent unwanted pregnancy.Hope this may help you. Let me know if I can assist you further.Best regards,Dr. Sagar | |
What causes excruciating pain in the back?
i have an area on my back that has been aching slightly and occasionally there is a sharp shooting pain and it seems to be stemming from the surface of my skin. i have had an extreme amount of sun exposure in my life. i am looking for a resource to use to locate a dermatologist in the austin tx area because i do not have insurance | Hi, welcome to our site. I am Dr Saumya Mittal, MD.Read your query. That is a very significant question and i appreciate your problem. I will try my best to answer your queryThe pain you described seems more appropriately localized to the back, not the skin. The backache with sharp shooting pain radiating to the skin is a typical feature of nerve damage to the back. In this relation, I will therefore suggest testing an MRI of the spine. Reason being its a more detailed study than a normal x ray, and unlike the x ray, does not tell us about the nerves. Also, an nerve conduction velocity (NCV) may be done if the skin affected is over the upper/lower limb. This further tells us about the location of the pain.If found affected, we may add a medicine like Gabapentin/pregabalin and you may need to undergo physiotherapy.In case you are concerned about your skin, please let us know if their are changes in skin, like the texture and the colour of the skin. We may be able to consider the information with pictures and let you know more about it.I hope this helps you. Inform the reports mentioned above/if any other so I can be of help further. I have given you the answer to the maximum considering the information provided. The results of the tests could further enhance my answer to you.Please do understand that some details could be extracted from a detailed history and examination.Please feel free to ask another query. I would be glad to help you. Looking forward to your return query with the details asked so that I can help you further. (If the answer has helped you, please indicate this)Best of luck.Dr Mittal.MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), CC (Diabetes Mellitus), DNB (Neurology)Consultant Physician and DiabetologistJS HospitalEx Apollo Hospital, DelhiEx Kailash Hospital, Noida | |
Q. How to know the reason for tiredness and sick feeling?
Hi doctor, I am an 18 year old girl. I have been feeling very weak and tired. I am not getting sleep during the night and so I sleep throughout the day and wake up in the evening. I smoke and drink. Last weekend, I felt horribly sick after drinking. I get major headaches at times on the right side of the corner of my head. I have completely reduced smoking as I feel nauseous after I smoke. I got typhoid and dengue before seven months. I had jaundice 4 years back and since then I get pain in my stomach if I dance or run. I want to get healthier. My weight is 44 kg and my face has literally gone including dark circles. My eating habits are pretty bad and I eat after long hours. I really want to get healthy and look better. I want to have stamina as I have become very weak. I used to workout at the gym, but I would feel sick all the time during that phase. Please guide me. And yes, I go through horrible pain during my periods and I go through bad PMS phase. Thank you. | Hello. Thank you for the detailed history. CBC (complete blood count), liver and kidney function test, electrolytes, vitamin D and vitamin B12 level, TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) and anti-HIV antibodies. I suggest Vitamin B12 1000 mcg daily and Vitamin D 5000 IU daily. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and take the medicine with consent. Revert back with the reports to an internal medicine physician online.---> | |
Done salpingectomy after ectopic pregnancy. Prolonged bleeding. How to conceive?
Hi, I am 34 yrs old with two children. I had an ectopic pregnancy & underwent salpingectomy of my right tube on 1/26/13. I had my 1st normal period on March 6-12th. But, no periods for April or May. But, as of June 3 & 6 I began spotting then on the 9th I continued bleeding & I'm still bleeding, it's the 19th. I used OPKs so I hadn't ovulated & I also temp which stayed below 97.4 in mornings & 97.9 during the day. I suspect hormonal issues. What can my husband & I do to conceive or is there no chance considering I have one functional tube & irregular periods? | Thanks for using HCMUsually after a termination of pregnancy initial periods will be irregular. As you already have 2 normal pregnancy you need not have to worry to conceive. One side tube is enough to conceive. Since you are bleeding for more than 10 days in this period, get one UPT done, just to rule out missed abortion.have a good health.RegardsDr. Vidya | |
How to get erection in short time gap?
Dear sir.blue veins appeared on my penis. And when i begin sex with my wife if i control myself i can do sex continue nearly 50 minutes but after ejaculation.if i try again.my penis do not erect again nearly 6 hour and some time it erect when it insert in vegina the erection goes out.but first time my wife get orgasm normaly two times,only some times three time continue.my wife happy with me but some times i need more sex with my wife. | every body has variable sex capacity. one thing I would like to tell you that " excess of everything is bad" . you are sexually active and quite potent but you are still looking for more sex. now think in the way I am telling you , suppose you have capacity of eating 250 gmail of rice and if you are forced to eat double or triple then you would feel uncomfortable. similarly if you would ejaculate then again you would notice that penis is not that tight and it loses erection and similarly when you need rest after being exhausted your penis also needs some rest . take a break allow your penis to regain its strength then only you can again enjoy sex. this is normal you do not need any medicine. just reassurance and counselling of both partners would be beneficial. | |
Can I get pregnant if I have slow and late growth of follicle ?
pcod irregular periods 37x31mm cyst in LT ovary on11july its my first day. 7x7mm inRTovary and 11x12mm inLT ovary on22 july 12day. 11x12mm inRTovary and 8x9mm inLT ovary on27july 17day. 1 what does this mean? 2 IS ovulation happen this time? 3 slow and late growth of follicle as in my case .ISany chance of getting preganant? 4 what to do now? 5 plssssssssssss answer soon | Hello jyoti; welcome to HealthcareMagic PCOD is one of the cause of irregular periods and even infertility because the ovulation is not proper in PCOD.So you have to consult a Gynaecologist who will examine you and prescribe treatment for PCOD and to regularize your periods.She will also give you medicine for induction of ovulation.Also with the medicines you will have to get done follicular study to see if the ovulation is taking place after medicinesand the follicle matures and ruptures to release the egg.Once your course of treatment is done you will get pregnant soon. All the best. Thanks | |
Q. I lost my period while trying to reduce weight. How can I get my periods back?
Hello doctor, When I first got my period I was 14 years old and weighed about 40 kg. Four months back, I weighed 56 kilos and I decided to drastically change my eating habits to the healthier side since my cholesterol levels were a bit high. I also decreased the calories I consumed from 2500 to 1000 or 1500 because if I was not going to eat junk food, why eat so much? Well, I lost my period and in the span of 2 to 3 months, I lost about 8 to 9 kg. I realized my mistake was the drastic change in eating habits and calorie intake and not so much the less eating since when I first got the period I ate very little in general. I have stabilized my weight and eating habits for about two months and still no period. I am extremely worried that I may become less fertile or even completely infertile because of this. What do you suggest that I do in order to get my period back? Also, some days ago I decided to try herbs, more specifically Vitex agnus-castus, for 3 or 4 days and even though I have not read online anything about side effects I got eczema on my arms. I have a past with eczema. First, when I was a baby it was a bit serious and I had to get medication (Cortisol). Recently, two months ago, I got very little on one arm but it was gone in a week. Now it is the third time and it is a mild case on my arms. I know that I will have to consult a dermatologist to get rid of the eczema but I felt like you had to know this in order to give me more accurate advice. Please help me. | Hi. How are you doing today? By reducing Weight you have definitely improved your fertility potential. But you have overdone it. For a height of 173 cm, ideal weight is 73 to 76 kg. A minimum weight is needed for regular periods. When you suddenly reduce too much weight, the condition called anorexia nervosa occurs. Your brain controls the hormones needed for regular periods. So, when that balance is distributed, no ovulation occurs, so no periods. The sudden weight loss may reduce your immunity too. I am not advising you to put on weight. Avoid junk food and overeating. Have lots of healthy diets, no fried items or sweets. You can have vegetarian or non-vegetarian, but not fried, no oil. Have lots of protein, egg whites, fish, nuts, sprouts, and so on. Most importantly, have lots of aerobics, exercise. Then eat more. Over time your health will improve. To have regular periods, have any of the birth control pills, once at night for 2 to 3 cycles. This will regularize your hormones. Gradually you can tide over that allergies too. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Crohn s disease, having itching, burning rash in between butt cheeks, elevated area on the skin, tried cream, not useful. Skin cancer?
Hi I am a 26 year old female with history of Crohn s disease. I have had this awful itching, burning rash in between my buttcheeks for the past year-- it comes and goes. I just recently noticed a change in appearance. there is an elevated area on the skin-- a thickening and it is red. It blanches when I press on it. I am worried that I have skin cancer/ or a melanoma growth that I have been avoiding. I have tried nystatin ointment, antifungal creams, the works. I dont know what else to do. I am just scared about the change/thickening in the skin. There are a few patches on inside of buttcheeks and i looked with a mirror and there is an crack near by rectum. I really wish i could get a biopsy like now! Your input is greatly appreciated!! | crohns disease is an auto immune diseses chance of associated skin disese like psaoriasis and sle more | |
5 months pregnant, pain in left lower side of abdomen in the evening, at night. Suggestions?
Hello doctor, my wife is in 5th month of pregnancy. She is 24 years old, weighs 50kg (now after 5 months of pregnancy), her height is 5 2 , she is not working and we are pure vegeterians. My question : From last week, she is experiencing pain in the left lower abdomen during evening and night. any reasons for this? Thank you in advance | hi anoop am dr.surendiran nice to meet you here in HCMagic well your doubt is reasonable,Occasional abdominal discomfort is a common pregnancy complaint, and while it may be harmless, it can also be a sign of a serious problem. (Severe or persistent abdominal pain should never be ignored.) just take an usg first, follow up with the report,its easy and reliable method,it wont have any radiational harm to baby well anoop,the alaraming signs you should have to bother in pregnancy are 1 An increase in vaginal discharge or a change in the type of discharge (if it becomes watery, mucus-like, or bloody – even if it's just pink or tinged with blood) 2Vaginal spotting or bleeding 3 Abdominal pain, menstrual-like cramping, or more than four contractions in one hour (even if they don't hurt) 4 An increase in pressure in the pelvic area 5 Low back pain, especially if you didn't previously have back pain additionally,you have to know the weight gains during pregnancy, A woman who was average weight before getting pregnant should gain 25 to 35 pounds after becoming pregnant. Underweight women should gain 28 to 40 pounds. hope helped your query regards dr.surendiran hcmagic | |
Should 'defcort' be taken for cough due to allergic asthma?
i have cough and bronchodilators are not working.earlier omnicortel 20 ,10,5 was also given but did not work.doctors say your lungs and chest are clear.One of the doctor have now suggested defcort 30.one tablet for 5 days.i understand that its a steroid.shold i take this.age 52 height 5.2ft weight 62 kg.doctors say i am suffering from allergic asthma | HelloAs you mentioned that you are a patient of allergic asthma and for symptoms used omnacortril ( prednisolone ) . But you didn't get relief . Now your doctor advise DEFLAZACORT 30 mg / day for 5 day . I am sorry to say this is not fit for you ( in my opinion and very dangerous for life ).Anyhow allergic asthma is there .When such type of patient visit my clinic I prescribe them to take monteleukast+bambuterole ( combo pack ) one tablet once or twice in day depending upon the severity of symptoms and condition of patient . As monteleukast is most potent antihistamine ( anti allergic ) , while bambuterol is most potent and acceptable bronchodilator .Since this is a prescription drug so consult your doctor and get his opinion.Avoidance for mite , dust , hay , fodder, pollen , molds , sudden fall & rise of temperature will help you because these are triggering factors for asthma and allergy.Hope this will help you. | |
Need treatment for high level of calcium in the blood and albumin in the urine
I have been seeing my doctor this doctor with week and found out I have a critcally high calcium blood level and also albumin in my urine. I have had a salty taste in my mouth for approximately a week. I have pain in my stomach and get a feeling of oncoming throughout my body . | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.You have high calcium in blood as well as albumin loss in kidney.Generally very low level of albumin is excreted in urine. But in case of glomerular disease albumin loss is increased. You should go for serum creatinine level, urine routine and microscopic test, electrolytes level and PTH(parathyroid hormone level).This will give you exact idea. Then you should take treatment accordingly.Hope I have answered your question. If you have any doubts then feel free to ask me. I will be happy to answer.Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
Why do I have ejaculation immediately after insertion?
i am having ejaculation within 5 minutes of insertion of penis inside vagina, sometimes it is very erotic and exciting experience so i can not push and wait and act for more longer pleasure. I had undergone circumcision before 5 years. I think it has helped also me and i can have more control than the previous. But still i need to have longer control time in which i can satisfy my wife (as women tend to get excitement slowly and orgasm few times and mostly the male ejaculate before the woman reaches the pick). I would like to controll till the woman reach orgasm or say alteast 15 minutes of to and fro push while acutal intercourse . I also tried sqeeze and jelqing and keegel's exercise to have more control ,long size of penis or say thick(mine is 13 cm long).Please give me advise | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I think the thought pattern and over excitement about performance are causing the troubles. Your penis length is enough. Even a 5 cm penis will be able to satisfy any woman across the world because the pleasure nerve endings are available only upto 5 cm within the female vagina. You donot have to try harder to satisfy any woman. Because thinking about satisfying your partner in itself triggers performance anxiety. There are many psychological methods to keep our attention away from coition and delay men's orgasm. Diversion technique and squeeze technique are some of them. You may talk to a psychologist online or in person for counseling. If you still need my assistance in this regard, please use this link. Please remember to describe the whole problem with full detail.Hope this answers your query. Please feel free to post follow up queries. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. Take care. | |
Pain in the testicles, groin and crotch, swollen glands in neck and armpits and upper abdominal pain
hi there I have testicular pain and have for a bout a month and a half, it s nowhere close to everyday and it s once in a while it felt like there was something on the top side of my left testicle and it felt like it broke off or something? a little pain in the testicles groin and crotch, swollen glands in neck and armpits, upper abdominal pain have had no tests except for urine done and it came back negative I got told I have anxiety (I never mentioned the testicular pain to my doctor) please help | HelloThanks for query .Pain in testicle could be mostly due to infection of Epididymis (Epididymitis) or Inflammation of spermatic cord (Funiculitis)and needs to be investigated .Please consult qualified Urologist for clinical examination and get following basic tests done to confirm the diagnosis.1) Urine routine and culture.2) Ultrasound scanning of abdomen and pelvis3) Ultrasound Scanning of Scrotum 4) Color Doppler study of scrotumIn the mean while take broad spectrum antibiotic like Cefixime along with anti inflammatory drug like Diclofenac twice daily .Further treatment will depend upon result of these tests and final diagnosis.Dr.Patil. | |
What is the need for two surgeries for a total knee replacement?
hello my name is Ross, I am 51 year old male, and I m to have TKR surgery next week, they told me that now I may have to take up to two different surgeries, because I have two screws put in when I had ACL surgery back in 1993. I m not really understanding why they need to have 2 separate surgeries now? | Hello, We have to wait few weeks after screw removal and only after we can go for knee replacement. So two surgeries are required but screw removal is a simple procedure compared to TKR. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What causes the feeling of the heart beating in head, neck and finger tips after being treated for migraine?
Hello Doctor Hope you re doing great. I have had throbbing pain in my head at times in last few months and i was on migraine medication. The pain has slowly faded away but i am left with feeling of heart beating in head, neck and finger tips. the Feeling grows stronger when after even slightest bit of physical activity and I feel a lot of pressure in head when i bend it. I also feel numbness in my left hand and feet. | is it the same beating you feel when you have headache? what medications are you taking for migraine? it can be a part of migraine . you may require an increased dose of your medication. if symptoms started after taking medicines then it may be side effects of medications . | |
History of surgery for ovarian cancer. Recurred in vagina and coccyx bone. Life expectancy?
the wife was diagnose with stage 3 ovarian cancer 6 years ago and had a 15 cm tumour removed no the cancer has come back in her vagina and coxxyx bone and I read stage 4 . now the wife has taken the report off me . does it mean it has spread from the ovarian ? where can i find life expectancy chart re this | Hi and welcome to HCM. Thank you for your querry. I am sorry about your wife and this serius diagnosis. It is hard to predict such things and depends from men to men. Statisticaly for stage IV ovarian cancer, the 5-year survival rate is 17.5%,but spreading to coccigis isnt good sign. More important than survival rates it to give all possible support and encourage her to fight and make her easy to bear with this situation. WIsh you good luck. | |
Q. Are there any drops that can heal a pterygium?
Hello doctor,I am suffering from pterygium from last two years. I feel a burning sensation and redness in my eyes the whole day, currently using rose water as suggested by an Ayurvedic doctor. Is there any drops which heal it permanently without surgery? I found one online. Could you please suggest if it works for me? I am sharing the picture below. Kindly go through and advise me. | Hello. This is a very small pterygium. I would not recommend surgery for this small pterygium. I am sorry but there is no medicine to treat pterygium. One may claim anything, but we usually do not recommend any medicine unless it is approved by FDI. You may use lubricating eyedrop frequently for irritation. I hope this will help you. Regards. For more information consult an eye care ophthalmologist online --> | |
Q. Please advise me some treatment for low sex drive.
Hi doctor, I am a 30 year old male. I am suffering from low sex drive. I usually get the early ejection, but will have two or three sessions of sex in a single night. Nowadays, it takes at least 12 hours for next erection. I feel low energy level throughout the day. Most of the time, I feel myself in a bad mood. I do not have masculine body. I got my thyroid and testosterone test done. My TSH is 4.87, free testosterone is 9.69 and total testosterone is 278.69. Please advise me some treatment. I am on Vasograin for migraine. | Hello. I have seen the reports attached by you (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Revert back with the reports to a urologist online --> | |
Q. Steroids for RA resulted in increased weight. Please suggest diet for weight loss.
Hello doctor, I want to lose 50 pounds. I have RA and steroids have caused me to gain a lot in the last six to eight months. I started the keto diet two weeks ago but blood works is showing elevated liver enzymes which are causing issues with a medication I have to take for RA. What diet is best for people who have elevated liver enzymes due to Methotrexate? What can I do? I really need and want to lose excess weight. I am currently taking Levothyroxine, Methotrexate, Multivitamin and Hydroxychloroquine. | Hi. Intermittent fasting will give rest to the stomach and hence enhance metabolism and use stored fat to energy in the absence of food for physical and psychological activity. A balanced diet with increase of fruits and vegetables is considered to be best or you can try Mediterranean diet. I still need many details for proper medical intervention so that I can provide a customized diet plan. Till then follow these tips: 1. Increase the high protein diet and include six almonds, six walnuts, and two dates per day. 2. Fish, green leafy vegetables, egg whites, and poultry. 3. Do muscle strengthening exercises. 4. Increase fluid intake. 5. Do take eight to nine hours of sleep. 6. Manage stress with meditation. 7. Do breathing exercises. 8. Manage to follow small high calorie frequent meals. 9. Do take 1700 kcal diet. If required need to add a supplement. I hope this helps. | |
Suggest treatment for itching roof of the mouth
I have an itchy roof of the mouth which come and go for more than a month now. I went to oral surgeon and he said he cannot giv eme any medicines because he doesn't knwo what it is. He suggested to me to biopsi the roof of my tongue.He assured me it is 99.9% not cancer. There is nothing in the oorf of my mouth except it is red and itchyDo I need to hav eit biopsi.Please help | Hello!Thank you for posting in HCM.This can be due to a allergy from a new tooth paste,mouthwash or other foods.Discontinue use if it is the reason.Maintain a good oral hygiene.Get a professional scaling done.Do not overuse mouthwash.Use warm saline gargle twice daily.Biopsy can be a last option as you only have redness.Get a clinical examination done for any infection like candidiasis.Tis will reduce once the topical nystatin is applied for a week.Control blood sugar levels.Hope this helps. | |
What causes elevated liver enzymes?
Hi, I was taking an antibiotic, and the week prior i had a hep a, typhoid, and yellow fever shot. Also, i was taking Oxyelite pro. I took a blood test and my AST and ALT levels are 73 and 96 respectively... Other than that, everything else on my blood test is normal, i work out every week, and I'm in perfect shape. What could cause the high liver enzymes? | Hi.Thanks for posting query at HCM.Usually ALT or AST values higher than "two times the upper normal limit", is considered abnormal ( in some countries, ALT or AST values of more than 100 are considered abnormal). Value of AST or ALT greater than 85 or above maybe investigated further.viral hepatitis ( HAV,HBV,HCV) are common cause of elevated liver enzymes. Typhoid fever may also affect liver and cause high liver enzymes. advice :- abstinence from "Alcohol" - LOW fat diet should be followed, AVOID junk food and beverages- decreased oil consumption (oily food)- NO red meat- green vegetables should be ingested daily- use lemon juice (lemonade) once in a day- reduce weight if overweight/obese-"recheck liver enzymes after 6 to 8 weeks" and/or ultrasound.any further questions are welcomed.hope to answer your concern.wish you good health.regards,Dr Tayyab Malik | |
What causes apnea episodes and low heart rate in a child?
When my son was 2 weeks old I thought I saw a large pause in his breath, I took him to the hospital and they monitored him, ran the ph test and said he showed no signs of apnea or reflux. They put him on the apnea monitor for safety precautions. Now, all the sudden, he alarms constantly with low heart rate, and apnea episodes. He now has central apnea. Can this come out of nowhere? | what was the gestational age of the baby in terms of weeks?...apneas are very common in premature babies...almost 75% babies less than 34 weeks and almost all babies less than 30 weeks can have apnea.other causes can be....septicemia, intracranial pathologies, metabolic problems(hypoglycemia hypocalcemia), hypothermia, and electrolyte imbalances,kindly evaluate for these.... | |
Ovidrel shot, chances of conceiving after unprotected sex
Hi, I was given a shot of Ovidrel injection last April 21, Saturday. My follicle size during that day was 23mm. We had sex that night. Only once. What are the chances of conceiving?. It is now 7th day from my ovidrel shot. Thanks P.s. is it ok to have sex days after the egg has ruptured? How do I know when the egg has already ruptured? | Hello, Welcome to HCM, Ideally you should have had sex 36 hours after shot of Ovidrel injection. As sperms survive more many days in uterus, chances of contraception are present, but few. You can predict ovulation by use of Ovulation Prediction Kit. After ovulation when egg is coming towards uterus through oviduct, it is fertilized by a sperm. Wish you good health & early conception, | |
Should I undergo surgery when having gall stones measuring 1.8cms?
Sir ,recently icame to know there are gall stones measuring 1.8 cms .But iam not feeling any pain,but suffering from gastric problem,whether i take food or not.I am a female (44).My question is whether i need to go for surgery immediately or i can wait for some time. | hi.noted history of gallstone disease. if you are not experiencing symptoms right now, observation and regular follow-up may be done, doesn't necessarily mean that surgical treatment is not an option anymore. diet modification to low fat intake is advised. even if you are not experiencing symptoms right now, they may occur in the future. it is still best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a general surgeon, for physical examination and clinical evaluation. other diagnostics (such as liver function tests, alkaline phosphatase, etc.) and management (medical and/or surgical) will be directed accordingly. an elective (scheduled) cholecystectomy is always better than an emergent one. better outcome and less post-operative complications are expected in these types of surgeries. surgical removal of the gallbladder can be done laparoscopically (goldstandard) or thru open technique. hope this helps. good day!! ~dr.kaye | |
Suggest treatment for ear infection in a child
My 6 years daughter had a ear enfection first time.Doctor gave the antibiotic and one another medicine.Now she is ok.Doctor told for the X ray of her throat.Now he is tellin for the operation of Adenoid. i am afraid. i don t want to go for operation .Is there any other remedy of it | Well upper respiratory infection seems to have gone chronic. Ear, nose and throat are connected and the infection in one causes trouble in any or both of other organs mostly.Adenoids might have also infected because of ENT infection. Many times these become suppurative too. Adenoids may catch tuberculous infection too.So if doctor has already prescribed antibiotics and response is good, pl continue it or request him to reconsider alternative. I feel antibiotics might not be controlling infection now and surgeon has advised adenoidectomy.If at all need is felt Ayurveda has a remedy called Sarivadi vati, made of polyherbal formulation, to counter such issues where antibiotics fail or immunity is weak. But first priority should be given to correction of acute phase by allopathic medicine.Sarivadi vati helps to remove ear infection and some other issues of throat, nose etc when given with different other herbomineral medicines. It creates immunity also. Similarly Chitrak Haritaki medicine plays a significant role. But all these are slow acting though super safe, no side effects.Contrarily ear infections do not go easily though allopathy may give fast relief every time. It keeps going on. But I am not against Allopathic medicine. It saves life in acute cases.If you agree and feel the need after your attempts at ENT surgeon, may consult by direct question anytime in future.Hope it helps. | |
Suffering from skin asthma, have intense itching from neck to body. Have tried various medicines. Permanent remedy?
Hi, Febe, Im 12 years old, you see my skin asthma , started last year, i drank a lot of medicine prescribed by my doctor and nothing happened, i still scratch , my skin asthma is really bad, from my neck down to my body, i tried different lotions, and after a while it makes me scratch again, pls pls help me, i dont wanna have this forever, my legs they re really ugly right now, so please help me. | You should ask your GP about prescribing some antihistamine medication such as Phenergan (promethazine hydrochloride) , this could alleviate some of the symptoms although i cant see the skin itself so i cannot provide a definite treatment plan. This medication can also be purchased OTC at a pharmacy if needed. | |
What causes shortness of breath in an infant while crying?
my baby is 7 weeks old and when he cries or feeds he seem to be struggling to breath you can hear the rattle even when he sleeps we have been told that its a plug of mucus in his throat and that it will go but its getting worse and you can see his trachea pulling in when he is crying have you any idea what it could be and how to treat it | Hello. Welcome to HCM. Sometimes this symptoms may be due to some respiratory stress disorder or some heart condition. In order to be sure and to take the right answer for your baby's health i would suggest you to go to another doctor and do some tests or analysis. | |
Can a dent on forehead be cause of concern ?
Hi there, I ve found that I have a dent that goes from the top of my forehead, around the left side on the skull to just above the ear, I d say it s around 3 inches long and a couple mm width. Its not painful or anything. Should this be a cause for concern? Thanks! | Hello, Since there are no symptoms, I think that dent is not an emergency problem. However, it should be seen by a Doctor in order to get a more accurate answer for it. The Doctor may also order imaging tests in order to evaluate you properly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical | |
What causes nausea and headache while having fluctuations in the SGPT and bilirubin levels?
My SGPT levels deceased from 68 to 53 but my bilrubin levels are elevated from 2.34 to 3.10,should I be worried,AST & ALT are all normal & m not feeling nauseous, fever or headache it s just from 4 days m also suffering from loose motion but it s only for 1 time in a day. | Hello, The bilirubin level can fluctuate in case of liver hepatitis. You need to investigate with a viral profile for hepatitis and ultrasonography abdomen to guide you further. Kindly revert back with that two reports. Meanwhile, avoid high fatty foods and take more fruit juice. The sugar cane juice, apple juice, lemon water etc beneficial in reducing your jaundice. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Parth Goswami, General & Family Physician | |
What is the treatment for body rash?
I have a sudden rash most of my body is a pink color except my face, hands, and lower legs. I have been stressed lately, but I searched online and i could find a similar rash. It is not necessarily itchy but i am concerned that it could mean something is seriously wrong with me. | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern looking to the history given here I could say that this could be urticarial rash may be due to the hypersensitivity reaction and this should be treated with the antihistamine drug and the best drug is Tab Levocetrizine 10 mg three times in day, this would give good response, hope this information helps you, have a nice day. | |
What does red knot on forehead of a 3 year old indicate?
My 3 year old son has an unexplained knot about the size of a large grape or larger on his forehead. The area of the knot is red. I know he didn't hit his head. The knot has been there for a little over 24 hours. What could be wrong? Does he need to go to the ER? | Hi....NY what you quote, this looks like an unexplained bruising. As you are sure that he has not hit his head anywhere, this becomes spontaneous bleeding too. This requires evaluation for a bleeding disorder. I suggest you consult your pediatrician for this.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Would cleansing with alcohol suffice after being scratched by an unvaccinated puppy?
My puppy scratched my toe while we were playing with his tooth. he is arround 3 months old and havent had all the shots. There was a very minor bleeding. I cleaned the scratch with alcohol and had a band aid for a day. Should i seek furtjer medical help? | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.No, you should be vaccinated. Unvaccinated puppy are at risk of giving rabies infection.As the scratch caused bleeding though minor, vaccination should be done.I also advice you to take good care of wound. Avoid any stitching to the wound site. Apply good antibiotic ointment like polysporin and cleaning with dettol and others.For future perspective of view please vaccinate the puppy from now onwards so that they can't be risk to other members.After visiting the medical help also start talking prophylactic antibiotics like cefixime, pantoprazole and aceclofenac with serratopeptidase under your doctors guidance. This prevents infection and also releieves the pain and enhances healing.I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.Thank you,Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist,HCM. | |
How to remove white hard lump under skin at base of neck?
I have had a white hard lump under my akin at the base of my neck right at the collar bone. It has been there for several months. Just recently it got a little bigger and is really tender to the touch and stays red around it. I squeezed it today and got alot of white hard smelly puss to come out and some clear oozy liquid. What could this be I m really worried about what it could be? | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some dermoid cyst or sebaceous cyst. Or you may have some soft tissue tumor or lymphnode enlargement. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
Can I take levora contraceptive despite its side effects?
This may be a "stupid" question, but should I be worried about taking Levora (birth control)? I'm 19 years old and this is my first oral-contraceptive. All of the reviews I've read about this pill indicate moodiness and weight gain. Should I be concerned about this at all or wait and just see if it becomes an issue? I've had previous problems (not clinically diagnosed, however) with depression, etc. Does thinking about it make it worse? Better? Anything at all? | Hello,Levora contains combination hormone medication is used to prevent pregnancy. It contains 2 hormones a progestin and an estrogen.As you suspected, it may cause mood changes and depression (such as new/worsening depression).thus it may worsen your depression.If you are diagnosed as depression, it is better to consult your treating physician about the issue of taking Levora.Hope this helps.Wishing you good health. | |
Have cramping, abdominal pain, head, neck and shoulder pain. Got depression, stress. Can stress cause pain?
I have cramping abdominal pains everyday i only really feel them when im sitting down relaxing, i have been in a very deep depression and under alot of stress can stress cause me to have these pains everyday i also have bad head neck and shoulder pains everyday . I recently had a biopsy cause they found a mask on my liver which turned out to not be cancer but i still have these pains ii | Hi, Forum,I can understand how disturbed you might be feeling-specially when you having so many problems still all reports are within normal limit.Considering multiple somatic complaint along with anxiety,depression and stressed out-burnout feeling there are high possibility of underlying psychiatric illness.When there is stress you feeling (usually happens due to neurochemical changes) it stimulates internal steroids which in fact causes all mentioned problem by you.So its advisable to consult nearest psychiatrist with all your lab reports- he will definitely help you to come out of this.Hope this helps.You can post any further queries if you have. | |
What does this chest X-ray test result for recurrent fever post VSD closure surgery indicate?
Hi ,m poonam .my baby is nw 8 months old.3 mnths back her vsd closure surgery was done by after that also she was getting fever and cough.after 1..5mnths of that surgery doctor came to know there was a vegetation just above the septal valve.they had given antibiotics for that bt baby didn t respond to that so they decided to do surgery again for removal of that ve citation they removed that also .operation was successful. Bt still baby was getting fever and cough continuously .again they started antibiotics therapy after 15 days her condition was improved somehow.all vitals were normal.but one day morning suddenly she became unconscious.doctors kept her in ventilator and doctor r telling her lungs function is not so good .bilateral paracardiac haziiness is present. Her pulmonary pressure is almost 70 mmhg so they can t say she will be fine .so sir I want to know what is ur opinion in this situation | Hello, Sudden rise in pulmonary artery pressure with the bilateral lung haziness, sudden unconsciousness are more suggestive of pulmonary embolism (PE). It is quite possible that her vegetations might have traveled in pulmonary vessels and cause a pulmonary embolism. So get done CT pulmonary angiography for PE. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards,Dr. Kaushal Bhavsar | |
How safe is XR for ADD?
I am wondering if there are any techniques to increasing or prolonging the effects of adderall. I am currently prescribed 20mg XR, once a day. I have been taking the drug for ADD a little over 6 months now and have noticed my ability to stay focused has greatly decreased. | Adderall is known to cause dependence and tolerance. Here are some tips that will help:A. Take Adderall only as prescribed and not for recreational purposes.B. Discuss with your doctor whether 1. you may increase the dose, since you now need a higher dose. However, remember that tolerance will develop to higher dose as well. 2. you can consider a drug holiday in which you slowly decrease Adderall and stop it. You then restart it later on. However, in the period that you are not taking Adderall, your ADD symptoms will return.C. You may discuss with your doctor switching to another medicine such as Atomoxetine which rarely causes dependence and tolerance.D. You may also see if there are any other medications you are taking that interact with Adderall.E. Don't ignore behavioral management for your ADD.I hope this answer is helpful. | |
Q. What are the symptoms of Zoon's balanitis?
Hello doctor, I have a severe infection on my penis head which I suspect (also confirmed by a doctor) to be Zoons balanitis. The infection has been for a year now. I am circumcised and this infection has been recurring for the past six years in the same area. The infection has eaten off whole skin on my penis head and also blocked my urinary opeing. It is so painful and burns when I pee. I have been applying a Fucibet cream for seven days now and also taking antibiotics prescribed by a Dermatologist but no improvement. I do not know what to do. I have been to various doctors including Urologists. They have done biopsy and results came back negative on cancer cells. I have tested positive for herpes and MRSA. Please help. | Hello. Can you send a picture of your lesion for proper diagnosis and treatment? Please avoid application of steroids over the area. It is good that you are circumcised. | |
Q. Can Yasmin birth control pill be used as an emergency contraceptive pill?
Hello doctor, My fiancee and I had unprotected sex a few days back, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Just to be on the safer side, we wanted to use the emergency contraceptive pill. But due to some restriction in the country where we live, Plan B or emergency contraceptive pills are not available. I read that Yasmin, which is used as a regular contraceptive pill can be used as an emergency contraceptive pill at a higher dosage. Can Yasmin be used as an emergency contraceptive pill? And at what dosage? | Hi. How are you doing? Yes, as you have heard, Yasmin can be used as an emergency pill. Even if you have not ejaculated into her, she stands a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in contact with her genitals. As soon as possible, earlier the better, I suggest taking four tablets of Yasmin (combination of Ethinyl Estradiol and Drospirenone) at the time, repeat four more tablets after 12 hours. This being a high dose of hormones, it will suddenly increase the inner lining of the uterus. Then as it is a single dose, the inner lining will fall off. This makes it unfavorable for the possible embryo or baby to settle into the uterus. She will get her periods within 7 to 10 days of the last pill. But do not keep repeating this frequently, it can disturb the hormonal balance and can reduce the effectiveness of the pill. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and start taking the medicines after their consent. This is an old method, but it is an effective emergency method. Just do not delay the pills. As time passes by, the effectiveness reduces. Hope I have clarified your query, do write back. All the best. For further queries consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Q. Is Colchicine for oral lichen planus safe during breast feeding?
Hello doctor, Is Colchicine safe for breastfeeding mothers? I have been prescribed Colchicine for the treatment of my oral lichen planus condition. However, I am still nursing and breastfeeding my one-year-old child. I am wondering if the medication is safe to consume given that I am still nursing my child? If not, is there any alternative treatment or medication that I can suggest to my oral medicine specialist? Also, can I practice “pump and dump” if I want to continue nursing and yet continue with the medication? Assuming the dosage frequency is once a day, I will nurse my child in the morning first before I consume Colchicine, then I express my milk and dump them through the day, and only continue nursing my child six to eight hours after the last dosage in the morning. Is this do-able? | Hello. Regarding your treatment for oral lichen planus, you need to take a topical corticosteroid and Colchicine is an appropriate treatment for it. I am posting here a study regarding the use of Colchicine by a group of lactating mothers and you can see the results yourself. The National Transplantation Pregnancy registry reports that 124 women with transplants have taken corticosteroid while breastfeeding 169 infants for periods as long as 48 months, with no apparent infant harm. So the gap you are giving in between the morning and day feeding is the best. You need to give a gap of four hours maximum after the intake of the drug. | |
Q. Will Kalarchikai cure multiple ovarian cysts in PCOD?
Hello doctor, I have multiple small cysts in both ovaries (PCOS). Our family friend suggested me to consume Kalarchikai medicine, powdered mixed with pepper and honey to have it for one mandalam (48 days). I have completed nearly 44 days by consuming one small ball of the mixture every morning and before two weeks I got my periods. Then I had checked whether the cysts were dissolved by having an abdomen scan. But still, small multiple follicules have been seen in it with both ovaries enlarged. Kindly suggest me what I can do further. I got married before one and a half years and I am much worried about my pregnancy. I have gallstones as well. | Hello. I just read your query. See Kalarachi Kai choornam is helpful in amenorrhea. As far as small cysts are concerned they are unmatured eggs which failed to induce menstrual cycle previously, as a result, they got collected in the ovary and they will remain in the ovary. Now, you have got your periods you can start trying for conception. But I advise you to do it under the supervision of a nearby gynecologist because egg size is important while conception and that you can know by ovulation study. Ovulation study is performed under the supervision of a gynecologist. For gall stones, surgical intervention is required generally. Medicine is not of much help. | |
Born with dandy walker syndrome, have large scull, head, neck hurts. Effects whole skull or one side?
hi I was born with dandy walker syndrome and the doctor told my mum that it wasn't a bad case but now i am older I start to realise the affects of it such as having a large skull I have started to notice recently though that my let side of the bottom of my head is starting to hurt and it hurts my neck it the bones also are a little bigger on the left side that the right would you have any idea what it could be or could it be something to do wit my dandy walker syndrome. also does dandy walker syndrome affect your whole skull or just on side. | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.First of all, I would like to reassure you that your current symptoms are most likely not related to Dandy Walker syndrome.Dandy walker syndrome typically affects children, and causes imbalance while walking, weakness of arms and legs, etc.It usually affects the back of head on both sides.If your symptoms persist, please get a brain MRI scan done and upload the report.Best wishes,Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)Senior Consultant Neurologist | |
Abdominal pain, blood in stool, lower backache , bloating, acid reflux, headache. Histroy of miscarriage. bhcg levels above 5. Help
Hi I am 22 female. I have left side abdominal pains lower back aches and lots of bloating. Lower Gas and acid reflux and frontal head aches and fetigue. when I have a bowel movement the toilet is full of blood. I just had a miscarriage about 4 days ago and I am thinking something went wrong i realize some symptoms might be because bhcg leves are still above 5. The blood is associated with bowel movements not vaginal. Please help. | Hi Thanks for using Health Care Magic Forum, Do not panic. You are likely to suffer from fissure in ano with GERD. Blood in stool can be prevented by 1)Syp.lactulose 10ml twice a day 2)Drink plenty of fluids 3)Fiber rich foods 4)Tab.Ibuprofen twice a day Treatment of GERD 1) Intake of less spicy foods , avoid too much oil in food stuffs 2) Be seated for half hour after meals 3) Tab.Pantop 40mg twice daily BEFORE FOOD 4)Syp.Gelusil 10ml thrice a day. I Hope I Provided Useful Information. Do ask Furthur Questions to help You get well soon. Regards Dr.J.Kingson John David | |
What causes painful red circles under the eyes?
I have a 5 year old and noticed red like circles under her eyes. Today the eyelids are red and puffy. She said her eyes hurt as well. I saw a couple of red bumps on the cheeks which could be bug bites. Is this something I can fix at home or do I need to get her peditrician s opinion? Mainly would could this be a sign of? | Hi,Is there redness, conjunctiva or any discharge from eyes? It would be more easy if you can send us a picture. Sudden onset red circles below eyes, followed by swelling of eye lids most likely indicates reaction to an insect bite.For such cases, I used to give an antihistamine like hydroxizine, sometimes combined with an NSAID (ibuprofen) for 3-5 days. Severe cases might need steroids also. It is better to see your pediatrician, as the cause need to be ascertained.Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician | |
What is the treatment for swollen glands near the tail bone?
I have 2 swollen glands near the base of my tailbone that is causing extreme pain for sitting, laying or walking as well as random discharge from small holes that appeared above my anus, I don't have health insurance AMD am trying to find a fix until I do... I'm very concerned, this is having a massive affect one | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!Regarding your concern, I would explain that those swollen glands could be a sign of infection, also called abscess. For this reason, I would recommend consulting with a surgeon for a physical exam. They may need surgical drainage, besides antibiotic therapy. Hope you will find this answer helpful!Kind regards, Dr. Iliri | |
How can sharp chest pain be treated?
I was driving home from work yesterday when I had a sudden sharp pain in the left side of my chest that lasted about 5 minutes then stopped. Around 4am this morning it happened again and has been coming and going all day. Now its a dull ache in my chest. What should I do? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The presentation of narrated symptoms suggest that there is definite internal cause of the pain in chest on left side, which was initially severe in nature and now dull ache. I recommend to visit an urgent care unit and get an EKG done for further management. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel | |
Expecting Pregnancy, missed period. Pregnancy test negative. Doctor advised Regestrone tab. Safe?
What are pros and cons Regestrone?My last period was in March 28th. v had an intercourse on 7th and 21st april. Till today I didn't get my periods. In May 2nd week I checked for pregnancy using Velocit Preg Test, it showed negative. Again on 6th June i checked for pregnancy using Apollo Preg Kit, it is also negative. I consulted my family doctor, she told to have Regestrone tab for 3 days (twice a day). she also told my periods will come within 3 to 7days after stopping tab.Please tell me when to have *** to become pregnant, becoz I am bit confused....Pls help me to solve my problem. | hello user,The tablets you are consuming is norethindrone acetate it is a Category X drug : Studies in animals or human beings have demonstrated foetal abnormalities or there is evidence of foetal risk based on human experience or both.(source from MIMS drug manual)The above drug is contraindicated in women who are or may become pregnant !!! So its clear that your family doctor has given that drug to get your periods, as your UPT is negative.As far as getting pregnant is concerned, if you and your partner is anatomically, physically, and mentally fit, you can get pregnant by having coitus at your most fertile time, which is mostly around days of ovulation.Women with very regular 28-day cycles can just count 14 days from the first day of their period to determine their ovulation date. If your cycles aren't regular (or even if they are), an ovulation kit, or basal body temperature or cervical mucus method can help you pinpoint your most fertile time.hope my info helped youregards,Dr Hari Om ChandrakarMBBS | |
Suggest treatment for fever in a 2.2 years old child
gd morning drmy baby is on 2.2yrs, now he has admitted in hosp during fever,after 7days drs couldnot catch the wht type of fever after testing of all tests from labs, he is continuing taking anti-biotis but not cure. so i want ur help.regardssatya | HIWell come to HCMOnce the child is hospitalized then it is nothing to worry, fever of unknown origin is difficult to diagnose some time it is not being diagnosed and patient recovered and such case called "God only knows" you need to be very patience, several factors are there which plays the role right from resistance to antibiotic to multiple organ infection, some time this could be viral infection, later or sooner it would be fine soon take care. | |
What causes pain in jaw joint causing difficulty in opening the mouth?
I have had pain in my left jaw joint for some time now, and I am unable to open my mouth all the way. I also feel pain whilst biting into solid food, like apples, and my teeth appear to have changed position slightly. This first occurred after a period of my jaw clicking, and moving out of place, meaning I would be unable to move it back, however it would usually right itself within a couple of days. One day, it stuck, and has been like this ever since. I am also going on a plane in a week's time, and I am concerned as to the effect this may have. | Hi! Welcome to Healthcaremagic.I read your query. Your symptoms corelate with TMJ disorder. This can be due to no. of reasons like jaw or teeth mal allignment, oral muscles problem, joint disc problem, clenching teeth, stress, etc.I suggest you to visit a dentist and get TMJ and teeth checked. Dentist may take x-rays or ask you to get MRI or CT of TMJ done.In case of joint or capsule disorder, corrective surgery can be planned if required. In addition, get teeth allignment correct if required. Thid can require braces, bands, crowns, etc. Get all fillings done.Use cold and warm compressions on joint and oral muscles. Ask your dentist for oral stretching exercises. Do them 3-4 times a day. Avoid opening of mouth too much. Use small and soft bite of foods.Avoid stress. Use bite plates to dessipate masticatory forces on all areas of mouth.If you face any pain, ask your dentist for a prescription of pain killers or low dose anti depressants. Laser therapy is also helpful.Hope the answer helps. Thank you. | |
Suggest treatment for the lump on tailbone
I have a very swollen tailbone- near the bottom of the tailbone there is a lump/ a swell. It is very uncomfortable and hurts to walk/lie down/sit down and is painful when i put any pressure on it. I have been taking painkillers which do take some of the pain away, but is this something that will go away on it's own or should i see a doctor? | Welcome to health care magic. 1.Suggest you to see a doctor for this issue - the reasons is there are quite a few complications for the lumps on the tail bone / perianal region.2.Mostly possible cause will be hair follicular infection / infective aetiology which is causing pain and tenderness.3.The treatment in this case after examination a course of antibiotic ( if small one)4.If not responding to the treatment or larger in size then a small incision and drainage will be necessary.5.The complications are pilonidal sinus, fistulas ( which needs operative treatments) so treat it as soon as you can - take good post procedural care. Good luck.Hope i have answered your query.Any thing to ask do not hesitate. Thank you. | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
Could lump in left breast be problematic?
hello i am 18 years of age.. i had a surgery for fibroadenoma in my right breast.. now i feel another lump on my left breast too.. recently my periods are also irregular.. i get bleeding suddenly any time in a month.. its getting me worried kindly help me | HI.Fibroadenomas are not related to menstrual periods or hormonal changes.You may please get the other one also operated and consult a Gynecologist for menstrual irregularities. | |
What cause purple patch on ankle,pins and needles in the toes?
I have a purple patch on my ankle and on the same leg I now have what I thought was sciatica but the pain has now localised to my lower calf hurtsmost when I stand in one place are the rash and pain related I just started getting pins and needles in My toes and hand on the same left side | Hello, It could be a vasculitis. Other causes have to be ruled out also. Consult an orthopedic and plan for an MRI scan. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Is there any problem for babies falling down from chair?
Baby (9months) old fell from a chair but has no visual marks or lumps...should he be seen by the doctor Baby 9 months old fell from a chair and cried quite hard but after settled down is very sedate and wants to cuddle..both eyes are the same, but he doesn t seem quite himself..no outward bumps or indentations on his head and not sure he hit his head..should he be seen by a doctor?? | thank you for using health way magic.Just observe for 24-48 hours. Warning signs would be persistent vomiting, excessive sleeping, crying excessively, unable to feed, bleeding from any site (nose, ears, etc.), and seizures. If one of the signs is present, better get your baby checked by your doctor.sincerely,Mark Rosario MDpediatrics | |
How can pain be managed throughout stomach and chest?
Hi I have been having chest pain for over five years now. I have had many ekg's, had 2 stress tests. I'm 38 years old. I have no gallbladder. I also get severe abdominal pain with this and it radiates into my upper back on left. I have been to the drs so many times and seems like no one can figure it out. | dear friend,you can take rabeprazole/pantoprazole with simple pain killer like paracetamol or combination with ibuprofen for temporary relief.you are facing this problem from more than 5 years so i suggest you for yoga, exercise-physiotherapy and homeopathic line of treatment. if you are interested in homeopathy it will be much helpful to you.so plz consult a good homeopath nearer to you or in your city.hope this answer will be helpful to you.for more queries plz don't hassitate to ask.get well soon | |
Suggest treatment for chest infection
hi my name is lucy, and I m 19 years old.I ve been sick since monday morning. I visited my family doctor Tuesday afternoon and it turns out I have a virus and a chest infection. I ve been taking my pills 3 times a day everyday till today. I feel like I m getting worse. | Thanks for your question on HCM. In my opinion you should consult pulmonologist and get done chest x ray to rule out chest infection. Since you are on antibiotics but not improving, lower respiratory tract infection ( LRTI ) should be ruled out in your case. And LRTI is very common after viral upper Respiratory tract infection ( URTI ). So get done chest x ray.Ifon x ray, infiltration or consolidation is present then get done sputum culture and sensitivity to guide antibiotic therapy. So consult pulmonologist and discuss all these. | |
What causes lump on hip above pelvic bone?
I have a lump on my left hip above my pelvic bone. It started out small when i first got it (approximately 6-8 months ago) & it's grown to be larger. It's underneath the skin & painless. You can't feel it unless you apply pressure. It feels like a bone but i know it can't be a bone. What could it be? | Welcome to health care magic. 1.Lump in the pelvic region and seen prominent on applying pressure and painless - suggest possibilities of inguinal hernia.2.In this case the next step should be to beta an appointment and request for an ultrasound scan after physical examination.3.The ultrasound will detect any kind of lump,assess the nature of the lesion and its content.4.In case of hernia anterior abdominal defect will be measured on cough reflex, and evaluate the contents of the hernia, weather there is any strangulation or not.5.So get appointment and needful investigation and treatment. Good luck.Hope i have answered your query.Any thing to ask do not hesitate. Thank you. | |
How can lower back pain with buttock itching be treated?
have had a a scan on my lower back but results came back normal. But the pain the lower right back which goes through to the front is very severe and have to take paracetamol plus tramadol. It is really starting to get me down as i have been back and forth from the doctors. Plus I have always got an itchy bottom | Hi Welcome to healhcaremagic After going through your query I concluded that you may be having chronic backache. It may be due to weakness of muscles and vitamin deficiencies. Treatment of it is back exercises and analgesic such as ibuprofen. You can get your vitamin D3, if it is low then its supplements can be taken. For itchy bottom you can take cetrizine daily and advised to see dermatologist. You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any further questions then don't hesitate to writing to us . I will be happy to help you.You can also write to me directly on below link: you good health.Take care. |
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