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When will symptoms of rabies appear if bitten by unvaccinated dog?
sir, i was bitten bt a dog 2 years back.... the dog is unvaccined and belong to our neighbour...dog not died in 15 days and lives healthy for 1 years...i m not having any sign of rabies.. but i am afraid of that..can i have rabies vaccine now as i hear... | If you have been okay for 2 years after the bite, and the dog remained healthy after a year, then you do not have rabies and do not need the vaccine. The symptoms would have appeared a few weeks to (at most) months after the bite. That is why treatment is given immediately following the exposure, because the infection ... | |
What causes sharp pains in my lower abdomen?
HI Dr. Jain.I have sharp pains by my lower right abdomen which I assume is my right fallopian tube. I am 21 years old and I am curious why I have these sharp pains that come and go. What can I do to prevent this and how can I treat it. I have been told many times its becaus... | Hi,From history it seems that you might be having chronic appendicitis giving this problem often.Consult your doctor when pain is present and get clinical examination done.Appendicitis can be well judged when pain is there.After examination plan of treatment can be decided.Ok and take care. | |
How to quit masturbation?
hi i am mastrubation victim it all started when i was 12 years andi now i am 19 but i can't quit and i am afraid then i will not get my health back i like sport very much goin to the gym and boxing but this is realy ruin my life my question is there chance to quit it and how long it takes to... | HelloThanks for query.You have been indulged in frequent masturbation since the age of 12 years .Though it is harmless, excessive and frequent habitual masturbation does affect quality of erection and reason for sexual problems in future .Please try to reduce the frequency of masturbation by keeping yourself busy in ac... | |
Is Atelectasis or fatty infiltration near falciform ligament indicative of liver issues?
my CT scan says I have groundless reticular air space disease in the right lung consider atelectasis or aspiration small focal fatty infiltration near falciform ligament so what does this mean there is an issue with my liver? as w... | Hello, There is collapse and volume loss in the lung. There is nothing much significant about the liver lesion.Consult a pulmonologist and he will direct you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain | |
Is the stitch like pain be due to the injury sustained during skiing?
Hi I have a pain like stitch that has developed under my right rib cage, I had a skiing accident 4 weeks ago where I skied into my husband and fell back on my right side banging my head hard ( had helmet on which split ) I had developed whiplash 3 d... | dear friend I have understood your concern about the shoulder pain, see in acute condition pain may due to inflammation of surrounding tissue so it's in a healing stage. now scar tissue are being formed, and when you do any movement, there will be stretching type of feelings. because tissue may stretch when we move. so... | |
Experiencing dizziness,vertigo & headache
I woke up in the middle of the night on Monday with dizziness...I have had vertigo before and thought that was it, but the Epley exercises are not inducing vertigo and are not helping. I feel very heavy headed, feel feverish but do not have a fever, still feel dizzy often wit... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You may be suffering from something referred to as Vertiginous Migraine which is a form of headache that is a migraine but with symptoms associated of vertigo. The interesting thing about this disorder is that the vertigo and... | |
Can thyroxine tablets cause harm to 2 year old child?
Hello Doctor,My 2 year old son weighing 10.5kgs accidentally swallowed 800mcgs of thyroxine tablets (9tablets) this morning.I took him to A&E in the hospital and taken bloodtest (results would be given tomorrow). He appears normal today but am worried about the com... | Hi, Children with thyroxine overdose may have symptoms like fever, flushing, palpitations, increased sweating, tremors, irritability, increased bowel movements and convulsions.Since, your child doesn't have this symptoms you should not worry, but i suggest you to keep a watch for 24 hr and if you think that any of the... | |
What are the symptoms of lipoma?
During a routine blood pressure check my doctor noticed a lump on my upper chest, He said not to worry because it was a lipoma. Of course I am very concerned - he said if it did not go away in about 2 weeks to come back and he will get me to a general surgeon. Does this sound correct? ... | Hi,It seems you might be having Lipoma only.Nothing to worry, it is common and might remain there for pretty long time without increasing size.If size is increases or pain is there, it can be removed with simple surgery.There is no risk of change into cancer.Ok and take care. | |
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 gynecologis... | |
What causes inability to speak,headache and walk?
6 a.m. on Thursday, 7/24/14, 12 year old grandson saw a bat in his room. He and Dad chased and caught it. While doing so Grandson immediately lost all feeling in both hands simultaneously, became nauseated, dizzy, faint, lost his peripheral vision, speech became slowed... | Hi dear, it seems he received strong stress and he has PTSD-posttraumatic stress disorder, he needs psychologist help. They have behavioral methods,eg,they will teach how to relax in situation where lots of bats. Try some sedative -Ashwagandha 2 capsules daily and B complex and give him positive emotions,present,w... | |
Suggest treatment for swollen and bruised lower leg
I hit a small table last night with the front of my lower leg. I have some swelling and a bruise at the site of the hit over my shin bone. The lower part of my leg is painful and aches, more so when I move around. I m unsure if I would have cracked the bone, the hit ... | Hello, Your symptoms seem to be related to the injury. I suggest using anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to relieve the symptoms. I also suggest using ice compresses in the area of the pain. I recommend using Voltaren gel for local application. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist ... | |
Could slight chest enlargement be the cause of chest pain?
10 years of left side chest pain, front and back . Now I feel very uncomfortable in my left leg and arm. Two EKG result was slight chest enlargement and not the cause of pain and discomfort. What is the cause please? Is it related to my alchohol consumption? | with the history possibilities are many. You will need a detailed examination by a doctor.If you think that the chest pain is hampering your routine activities then it would be advisable to consult a doctor for the same. | |
What is the medication for swelling in the vagina after urinating for 3 year old?
My 3 year-old daughter feel swelling after pee. please guide me what should I do, I am living away from city and at this time I cant go to the hospital. she is complaining of pain in her vagina. but I think this may b swelling. so please... | Hi...this could be a local fungal infection of the vagina or a urinary infection. As per your request you can try over the counter antifungal cream licensed in your country.But my suggestion is to seek medical attention and go ahead with a proper diagnosis.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
What causes small lump on side of neck?
19 year old son mentioned small lump on side of neck behind ear , it has gotten bigger and believe to be swollen lymph node. has been having headaches all week. Feels pressure all over entire head. went to dr yesterday, gave antibiotics. mentioned lymes disease... no other sympt... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have enlarged lymphnode. It can be mostly due to reactive hyperplasia as a result of some infection. Rarely it can be tuberculosis or lymphoma. You should take a course of antibiotics according to advise. If it doesn't respond to treatmen... | |
Is discharge from the site of pneumothorax surgery normal?
hello sir, i underwent surgery for numeo thorax, now the doctors are telling me that iam suffering from tuber culisos and a fluid is coming out from the hole they made in right side of my chest.i would like to know the fluid is normal or is there any problem | Hello dear , hiWelcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query thoroughly .* The ICD site leakage may be there for some period around 2 - 3 weeks once the tuberculosis gets under control with anti tuberculous treatment , wound heals from inside and leakage stops Hope this will cl... | |
Suggest treatment for edema in the leg and face
In 2017 june my mother underwent angioplasty,She had a Dx of Hypertension,Pulmonary edema,Acute MI and type 1 DM(25yrs).After 2months again she got admitted in hospital, Dr diagnosed as polymyositis and auto immune hepatitis,Now what happened is having severe leg and fac... | Hi, Edema in the body is usually seen in cases of either cardiac conditions or kidney disease or liver disease. Facial edema is usually seen in kidney disease. So I would suggest you get all fresh blood investigations like KFT, LFT and CBC. Also, regularly measure blood pressure which if high can affect the kidney. Hop... | |
What causes erectile dysfunction while on Sertraline?
I am a 59 y.o. male who is having difficulty achieving and maintaining an erection or reaching orgasm. I take sertraline and bupropion for depression, corvedilol and propafenone for a-fib. I also have had a rather weak urine stream for quite some time. is it just a... | Hi thank you for querry.As you mentioned your symptoms and medicine used,the above mentioned medicine in which carvedalol is a beta blocker which cause erectile dysfunction,alonh with sertaline that also cause ejaculatory disturbances.bupropion increase the libido in some reports and propafenon decrease the libido.the ... | |
Are cramps and nausea due to pregnancy?
i am having irregular periods since beginning.last period was on sep 25.till now dere is no period.we hav been tryin to concieve since 18 nov. don knw wether i hav concieved or not but from last 3 daz i m getting cramps in my lower back n abdomen n a bit of nausea.today had a mi... | Hi there,If you are feeling uneasy and have not had period since September, consider doing a urine pregnancy test, to confirm/rule out pregnancy.If positive get a ultrasound done to date the pregnancy as you have had irregular cycles and the ultrasound will be more accurate in dating the pregnancy than the last menstru... | |
What causes rash, joint pain and swollen area due to insect bite?
hi my name is mike , my day was bite on yhe neck not sure by what we dont know. we live in minnesota he had joint pain now has a rash on left side of face and his head hurts to the toutch on the left side and a tooth hurts also had a sore throt also the... | HelloThank You for contatcing HCM.These symptoms are due to allergic contact of fly with your skin. If a patient comes to me with similar symptoms then i would suggest cetrizine 10 mg at night for 5 days & acetaminophen for pain. Apart from that take a cloth piece and warm it over flame and then place it over the area ... | |
Done root canal. Swollen and painful gum. Taking Ibuprofen and Tylenol but no relief
hi, i had a root canal a week ago, i still have to go back, as he only removed the root, to remove the pain, he had a cancellation, and i coulnt stand the pain anymore. that tooth is sensetive, which he said would happen, but my gum, ... | hello there , Root canal treatment is done on the infected or decayed tooth to remove the infected pulp tissue and to relieve the symptoms of pain and sensitivity permanently by devitamising the tooth. any remnants of the dental pulp or the tooth nerve tissue present in the root canals leads to pain and discomfort. Ana... | |
Pimple like marks after waxing
hey i got the marks like that of pimples on my upper portion of arm after waxing. 1yr has passed bt marks are not gone . suggest something that really works. | Dear Nancy ,sometimes after waxing the hair root gets inflamed and lead to reaction like this.You need to see a skin specialist for this who can help you get away with this.Without proper examination please do not apply anything.When deeper layer skind gets involved this also can happen. | |
What causes shortness of breath and fluttering feelings in chest?
Hi been having tightness and shortness of breath, I have to yawn at times to catch my breath. Also having flattery feelings in chest. The tightness gets worst after I eat. I feel better when I lay down. My chest gets real flattery when I get mad and ups... | Hi welcome to the health care magic If anxiety, stress history associated then it can lead fast heart beat or palpitations as reflex mechanism.... If you are having gastritis or ulcer in stomach pantoprazole can be prescribed for that... (stress can lead ulcer as well...) I am thinking on stress direction as in histo... | |
Can a person with COPD get better without taking Spiriva?
I have COPD. I have been using Spiriva Handihaler 1x daily for about 10 years now and was doing great. My husband & i retired and our health ins no longer covers Spiriva. There is no way I can afford to pay $450.00 a month for my Spiriva.I have Albuterol inhale... | HelloI can understand your concern but unfortunately COPD is a progressive disease and I am afraid you need Spiriva.However if you don't afford it than you should talk with your doctor to give another inhaler such as Onbrez.ReDr.Jolanda | |
Any suggestion for having swollen lymph node on left side of neck?
According to my doctor I have a swollen lymph node on left side of neck and a lipoma on my rear neck near the base where is meets my shoulder but I have lightheadedness when I stand and morning headaches and stiff neck. Blood tests for white cell coun... | Hi. Thanks for using health care magic. For the swellings you have in your neck I suggest you to do a Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology of the lymph node and the other swelling(lipoma) separately and you can confirm the nature of both. This is more useful than a CT or MRI for your problem. Thank you. | |
How can infertility be treated?
Hi doctor, Pooja here... Actually i am gonna complete 2 yrs of my marriage in upcoming december but yet i didn t get pregnant after one year i consulted with doctor she suggested me go through follicle study and my report was okay after that i went through hsg en my report told me my bo... | Hello,Thanks for letting us know your health concern. Oosure M is useful in the correction of insulin resistance, folate deficiency and helps to regulate ovulation status. As your difficulty in conception seems to be associated with tubal patency, you may benefit more with ART procedures like IVF. This should be decide... | |
Can soriatane pills be chewed or dissolved ?
My son has been prescribed Soriatane but cannot swallow pills or capsules..can it be chewed or dissolved? | Dear welcome to healthcaremagic Don't crush the pills.Some of them have plastic or sugar coating on them because they are supposed to be digested in your intestines. Ask the doctor for the syrup form.Then it wil be easy for you Thanks | |
Q. I have hearing loss with lump in neck. Is it due to nasopharyngeal cancer?
Hi doctor, I am a 29-year-old female. I have had ear pressure and fullness since may of last year in my left ear only. I had a hearing test that showed mild hearing loss. About a week ago I noticed a small lump (Maybe 2?) in my neck. It feel... | Hello. The chances for it being NPC is minimal. To rule it out we need to do a nasal endoscopy. What hearing loss came out in the test? Conductive or sensorineural? Did you take any antibiotic to remove the neck lump in case it is due to any infection? I suggest you try a course of Amoxicillin clavulanic acid appropria... | |
Is it a matter of concern if experiencing numbness in arm after having Implanon?
hi i m 21 and this is the second time i had the implanon. Its been one month with it and im starting to feel numbness in my left arm. Also sometimes my arms starts shacking. I have also been getting symptoms like when i was pregnant. Shou... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern, what the history given here it said that you have device implanted and now you have numbness in your arm, and one more query is you had a somewhat same symptoms when you where pregnant in fact this is just your delusive state of mind otherwise this is nothing t... | |
Lots of chest pain and upper back pain, hurts to breathe and swallow. Any solution ?
Hi. I m having lots of chest pain and my upper back. It starts from my neck and goes down to the middle of my back. It feels like there s something stuck inside or like my back is pinching something inside. It hurts to breathe and swa... | hi tparish it seems that you are suffering from trapezitis. trapezius is a musle connecting skull, neck, shoulder and upper back. it may go in to rigid spasm in conditions like cold atmosphere, continuous working in neck down position you may relief from mild hot water fomentation like hot water bag and application of ... | |
Recurring rash on right foot, blisters which itch. History of heavy drinking. Remedy?
I have a rash that comes up on the bottom of my right foot every now and then but it seems to appear more often recently and now it is three small blister like things that itch somewhat. In the past 4 or 5 years the thing would go aw... | Hi there,you may be having a simple eczema. Apply a moisturizer in morning, a steroiD ointment like fluticasone at night.you can take an antihistamine like cetrizine 10 mg for itching to come Down.To clear your Hep C Doubt you neeD a blood test HCV antibodies.I dont think your current problem is related to your old gir... | |
Child having few small pin prick red spots on legs and arms. Some scabs due to scratching. Is it heat or viral rash?
Hi, my 2 year old came up with small pin prick red spots on his legs on Monday, he has quite a few on his legs and now a couple of arms too - mainly behind knees, inside elbows. They have little scabs o... | THIS MAY BE DUE TO ACIDIC NATURE OF SWEAT SO THESE SPOTS ARE ONLY IN AREA WHERE THERE IS SWEATING JUST KEEP THE AREAS DRY ,LOT OF WATER CLEAN THE SWAT OFF AN ON APPLY ANNTIFUNGAL CREAM MORNING AND EVENING OVER EFFECTED PARTS YOU CAN ALSO USE CANDD B POWDEER IN BETWWEN AFTER DRYING THE AREA WITH TISSUE OR CLEAN SOFT CLO... | |
What causes soreness in head and neck after a rear end car accident?
my 5yr old complained about a sore head straight after a rear end car accident and couple of hours later a sore neck. due to not hitting head on anything hard i thought its shock related n just got her checked for concusion. she doesnt suffer atm whi... | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The symptoms of your child seem to be related to concussion after the accident.Some symptoms that you should evaluate are:Weakness, numbness, slurred speech.Difficulty with eye movements.Worsening or severe headache.Seizure.Vomiting multiple times.In this c... | |
Suggest treatment for peripheral neuropathy in arms and hands
I was wondering if it is possible to experience peripheral neuropathy only in the arms and hands and not legs or feet? I was diagnosed as pre-diabetic several years ago, took medication to control it and then was taken off of it due to my ability to control... | Your complains seems to be involving only upper limbs. Few neuropathy may involve upper limbs first like porphyria, diphtheria, multi focal motor neuropathy with conduction block, vasculitic neuropathy. But definitive diagnosis can only be made on examination And nerve conduction study. Another possibility of Carpal tu... | |
What is the treatment for lung infection and why is pedialyte prescribed?
My grandson is 8 months old. He has had a bronchial/lung infection for about a month, maybe longer. His pediatrician's office prescribed Pedialyte for loss of electrolytes. I thought Pedialyte was only for vomiting/diarrea? He has not had th... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Lung infection in 8 month of child is known to cause electrolyte disturbance. Acute lung infection causes hypokalemia, hyponatremia, hypomagnesemia etc. Diarrhoea and vomiting are common cause for electrolyte disturbance. But they are not the... | |
How to treat tight,shiny skin on legs?
My father is 71 years old, post colon cancer pt, (6 yrs clear), had knee surgery a few years ago; skin on both legs is shiny , mostly hairless (below knee) and appears tight . He does not complain of pain, itching or any insensitivity but looks not right . He does take cumidin, l... | Hello, The tight and shiny on the legs can happen due to swelling or edema. He needs a few investigations to find the cause of swelling and then get it treated accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Praveen Tayal, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
Abdominal pain, back pain. Had gall bladder removed. Tests show fatty liver. Help
I am suffering rom pain in my upper right abdomen, just below my ribcage and pain in my back at about the same height. I have had my Gall Blagger removed last August. Dr. has ran blood tests (all normal including liver), abdomenal CT, Co... | Hello,Some patients experience pain of this type in the postoperative period.After a surgery to the abdomen there is always chance of adherence of the internal organs during the process of wound healing.This may cause you pain.Fatty liver in most of the cases is asymptomatic.Over a period of time you may be able to ove... | |
Why am I having a bruise at site of back pain?
hi last night I had some back pains and I laid down on the floor to see if that would ease the pain and I couldn t get up off the floor for near enough 45 mins! I had to use a chair to get myself up. I went to get in a bath as I thought that might help, I looked at my bac... | I saw your question, don't get panic and don't worry, you can use hot pack on your back for some pain relief and along with that also take rest for 1 or 2 days. Do apply some pain relieving ointment post hot pack use for further relief. And still if pain is not gone. I would suggest to consult a ortho or physio do... | |
What is the maximum dosage of Glipizide that can be taken while on Metformin?
my doctor has had me on metforim 1000mlg twice a day for over a year now and sugars are running around 190 to 320 he gad 5mlg of glipizide twice daily i now get sugar levels at 145 to 255 i want to ask my doctor what is the most glipizide yo... | Hello,The treatment of diabetes contains mainly two components1. Medical therapy either oral medicine or insulin therapy.2. Lifestyle modification 3. Weight loss exercise 4.Low calories diet.But as i understand, you want to know the maximum dosage of Gliclazide is 320 in divided dosage ( but rarely recommended in its k... | |
Do Tripride,Olmezest and Minipress cause edema on legs?
my father is diabetic and hypertensive. He is taking tripride, olmezest AM, and minipress XL for its treatment. since few months he has pitting edema over both legs below ankle. is this edema is sideeffect of these drugs. what shall i do now? do i have to change ... | Hi,Yes, Tripride is associated with edema of the legs. Tripride contains glimepiride, metformin, and pioglitazone and commonly prescribed for the treatment of diabetes mellitus. Pioglitazone is known to cause edema of the limbs, thinning of the bones, upper respiratory tract infection, and headache. You should consult ... | |
What kind of treatment should b given after analysis from the MRI report ?
Hi, please find below MRI report of my wife. I m worried about her health condition, as she gets pain on her neck quite often. Kindly let me know, what kind of treatment she has to undergo to get cured? IMPRESSION: • RIGHT SIDED DISC-OSTEOPHYTI... | Hi, Welcome to Health Care Magic. I have gone through your query. Based on the findings your wife is suffering from Cervical spodylosis. You have not mentioned her age and her profession. Cervical spondylosis is a common problem among women. Although seen in all the age groups it is usuallyseen in women above 35 years ... | |
Is it safe to give S-26 Gold as milk for a 2 month old G6PD child ?
HI, i m a mother of a 2 months old baby with G6PD....we we re able to determine her condition after the newborn screening....her Pedia knows about it and she recommended to take S-26 Gold as his milk since she was 0 months old until now....but in my r... | HelloG6PD enzyme level deficiency can be precipitated by various food products and medications. You can get that list from your physician or from the website .These products must be avoided by the parents and you should also teach the baby about all this as she grows.Soy product is one of those. So I would suggest you ... | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it... | |
Change in size and shape of forehead. Is this normal?
My Mom have been a nurse over 35 years & I'm 26 yrs old & she said she noticed my frontal lobe/ forehead is getting larger & changing shape for the past year and that she finds this to be very abnormal because I've never done this before & I should go to the doctor... | Hi,Thanks for using healthcaremagic.Change in size and shape of forehead is abnormal at this age group.It does not happen usually. It happens in young age when we are growing.After 16-18 years, it is abnormal.Frontal lobe is a part of brain and cannot be seen from outside. Maybe she meant frontal bone. If that's the ca... | |
Suggest remedy for pain and frequent urination due to acute prostatitis
I have been on keflex 500mg. for 5 days and levaquin 750mg. for 14 days with no relief for acute prostatitis diagnosed by hospital er doctor. Constant pain and feel like I have to urinate all the time. What do you recommend, I am miserable and I c... | HelloThanks for query .You have been diagnosed to have Acute prostatitis and have been prescribed antibiotics but there is no satisfactory symptomatic improvement even after taking medicines for 2 weks .Ideally diagnosis of Prostatitis needs to be confirmed by series of lab and other tests.Please consult qualified Ur... | |
Suggest treatment for left sided chest pain
Hello, I have been having chest pain on left side just above breast. It is like a jolt of pain and lasts maybe 1 or 2 seconds. It happens about 6 times a day with steady pain all around chest area. I have had it for about 2 months. 2 EkGs 1 normal 1 abnormal Echo was normal.... | Everything sounds like a Neuropathic pain or probably just one bad day where the nerve may get irritated due to some reason.Do a chest xray and see if everything is normal as u have already done a EKG.If the pain doesnt decrease and the Xray is normal, then u need to start a painkiller like Naproxen or Indomethacin for... | |
Any suggestion for having ill, platelet count 40, high sgpt/sgot levels, vomiting?
Hello sir,My brother is ill and having and platelets count 40 k and sgpt and sgot levels are high, having fever just thre days, fatigue and vomoting as sypmtoms what it indicates as the doctors are not yet asking for malarial parasite ... | Hello! Thanks for putting your query in HCM. I am a Gastroenterologist. Yes this scenario can occur in acute viral hepatitis, malarial infection and dengue viral infection.But if the fever is of low degree then acute viral hepatitis will be first possibility and if fever is high then malaria or dengue infection will be... | |
How should i treat pain in leg and puss in wound?
my friend fall down and hurt herself.. this happend 3 days ago.. and her wound is pussing. and and her leg is paining.... i gave her first aid treatment by washing it with water and applying dettol and sevlon it still paining and pussing.. what shuld we do? | Hello,Welcome to HCM,As your friend got hurted three days back which has lead severe pain and the pus coming out of the injured area. This history suggest that your friend is having infection of the wound following the injury.As you are friend is having infection of the wound I would suggest 1.Clean the wound thoroughl... | |
Could the recurring lump on the back of the neck be due to swelling of lymph node?
A few weeks ago I noticed a small lump on the back of my neck right near my hear on the left side, I realized it is back again, same spot, same sensitivity. Could it be a swolen lymph node? I just got my hair bleached and was wondering ... | HI. There i more chance that this is a sebaceous cyst , small one to start with and might have got mildly infected , It can be a lymph node also if it is just behind the ear .A small course of an antibiotic will solve this. If not solved, please consult a Doctor to confirm what it is ?If possible it is always wise to ... | |
Is there any possibility to increase my penis size?
hello Doc, i am 28 yrs old, when i was in my teenage my penis size was around 8 inch but now it as been reduce to 5inch and just want to increase my penis size atleast by 2inch is there any possiblity to incerase my size, please help in this regard. Thanks in Advance | hello.dont worry.5 inch penis size is very good and so normal.it will give you proper pleasure during intercourse.there is no medication to increase penis size.some opt for steroid treatment but that has serious side effects.hope this is helpful.regards. | |
Does persimmon cause oral thrush?
I ATE A PERSIMMON FOR THE FIRST TIME A WEEK AGO. iT WAS LIKE I HAD THRUSH THE ENTIRE INSIDE OF MY MOUTH PEELED DOWN TO BARE SKIN. MY TOUNGUE, RIDGES ON THE TOP AND BOTTOM GUMS AND BETWEEN MY GUMS AND CHEEKS ARE STILL RAW. MY HUSBAND SAID A WEEK AGO I HAD WHITE ON MY TONGUE. COULD I HA... | Hi..Thanks for the query..It looks more like that you have git an allergic reaction leading to peeling of the mucosa inside mouth and along with it there is raw feeling due to severe inflammation..It does not look to me like Oral Thrush, however a clinical examination is a must to rule out the exact cause.If there is a... | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late ... | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they shou... | |
Is there any chance of getting pregnant after an unprotected sex?
me and my gf were doing orgasm. my underwear and boxer was wet with sperm.. then i rubbed it on her vagina..she was also wet and undressed.. i touched my boxer and with that litle bit wet finger... i fingered her..so is there any chance of pregnency??? ... | Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. From your history it is clearly evident that you had just body play and had no insertional peno-vaginal sex. In non penetrative sex, there is no possibility of pregnancy. The semen has to be deposited in the vagina for concep... | |
What causes dry skin on the lips?
I am 46 and have had a very small patch of dry thickened skin above my top lip for 5 years. Occasionally it gets thick enough for me to pick off leaving a red patch but the skin always heals back as a rough patch. I am not overweight and do not spoke but in general good health. | Hello,I can understated your concern for dry skin on lips. This can be due to condition known as chelietis. There could be multiple causes of the same and most often due to dry weather or sun induced or nutritional deficiency.I suggest yo to meet a dermatologist to get proper guidance.All the best. | |
What causes fever with body rigors?
My partner has experienced rigors since yesterday , he is now in hospital and is on antibiotics, his temp went to 40 degrees and he was delerious in hospital. He is in the best of care but is there anything else I should know? Can exposure to mould be a contributing factor? He is 60... | Thanks to HCM I can understand your concern there are many etiological factors for pyrexia associated with rigors it may be a bacterial,viral or fungal infections.so plz check once all basic investigations like CBP,ESR,LFT,RFT.Widal test for typhoid ,Rapid malaria test .blood culture ,cue,urine culture generally in old... | |
Is there any permanent cure for parkinsons disease ?
My mom has got Trembling of hands, arms, legs, jaw and face ,stiffness of arms,she is unable to walk properly...we met a neurologist ..he said it is some disease called parkinsons diesaese..and he gave some medictions for that...i want to know she have tolive life l... | Hi, Parkinson's disease can't be cured, but medications can help control your symptoms, often dramatically. In some later cases, surgery may be advised. Your doctor also may recommend lifestyle changes, especially ongoing aerobic exercise. In some cases physical therapy that focuses on balance and stretching also is im... | |
What causes headache, muscle pain and hot flashes?
Hi I have noticed for about 2 months now, headaches everyday about mid afternoon, achy muscles and have started hot flahes (yes I am out of shape abit) I am 52 but healthy still no medications, body seems fatigued all the time. Is this normal (the change?) My Dr. reco... | Hello, Consult a physician and get evaluated. You might be benefitted from hormone replacement therapy. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Should radiotherapy treatment be done for the tumor on the cheek?
HaiDoctor, My brother in law 34 year old underwent surgery for tumor in left cheek upto back of left ear now he is recomendedto have radotherapy , now may i know that can he had treatment in adayar centre ,do they do free of cost or is it a paid servic... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Cancer is a difficult condition to treat. It might take months to years for complete treatment and to say that the patient is cured. It is a usual practice to give radiation to a person operated for cancer cheek like your brother.The surgery has been done to remove the bulk of tumor and the rad... | |
Circular, red rash on right side of rib cage, itching, gets bigger on scratching. Causes?
Hello, few months back i had a small circular red what looked like a rash on my right side on my ribcage..it would itch ..the more i scratched it it became bigger ...then it went away ....and then i noticed a dime size dark rash ... | hi,the skin rash that you have is tinea corporis. armpits and groins are the commonest areas for this fungal infection. you need to apply topical antifungal cream twice a day for around 10-15 days. you can also take antiallergic tablets if there is lot of itching.the armpit area should be kept dry. wear loose cotton cl... | |
Does uncontrolled BP cause vertigo?
I was diagnosed today with vertigo and referred the neurological out patient clinic for Vestibular therapy. Medical diagnosis: BPPV All my medications were reviewed and no changes made, told to drink 6-8 glasses of water and take BP 3 times per day because that might be the problem.... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. BPPV is due to a problem in motion sensors in your inner ear usually following mechanical trauma. Vestibular therapy and some drugs will help. High blood pressure is probably an incidental finding. Hope I have answered your q... | |
What causes pulsing and kicking sensation under ribcage?
Im 21 years old, im female and had a child 3 years ago. Im 5ft2 and weigh 9stone. Ive been having a pulsing/beating/kicking sensation on my left side under my ribcage. My friend has also felt it an she said its like mini kicks. But i had my period last month. T... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, we should first rule out arrhythmia (rhythm disturbances in heart). Arrhythmia can cause palpitations, tachycardia, pounding heart, kicking sensations etc. So get done ecg, 2d echo and Holter monitoring (24 hours continuous reco... | |
Suggest treatment for Sjogrens syndrome
Hi my name is Nancy. I was diagnosed in 1998 with fibromyalgia. Over those 16 years I have had 2 lumbar back surgeries due to disc deterioration and now need neck surgery. I also had bladder lift and reticele surgery in 2008. I was diagnosed with Sjogren s Syndrome in 2011. Here... | Brief Answer:The treatment of Sjogren syndrome, is complex as the disease is manifested with a wide range of symptoms. You should have a regular follow-up with your dentist, oftalmologyst, and rheumatologist.Detailed Answer:Hello,Thank you for using HCM.The treatment of Sjogren syndrome, is complex as the disease is ma... | |
Have anaplastic oligodandro glioma. On levipil. Taken radiation and chemotherapy. Worry?
would you please explain me side effects of tablet levipil 500 mg , how long it should be continued after radiation and chemotherapy for anaplastic oligodandro glioma grade 3. The cancer was operated one and half years back and si... | Hi there,The drugs you are on are to prevent you having fits. These are anticonvulsants and have a wide range of side effects, most commonly weakness, loss of appetite, altered bowel habits and eye and liver problems. The duration of treatment is usually decided on case basis as if you had fits recently then they will ... | |
What is rash on hand spreading to armpits knee groin?
I developed a rash on my hand that has now spread under my armpits, the back of my leg behind my knee, my arm and my groin area. I'm 30 years old and work in a research lab with know previous problems with a rash. I don't take any prescription drugs or any other ... | Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.It seems you are suffering from Tinea cruris and corporis, a kind of fungal infection.I would suggest you to consult your dermatologist for proper management of the condition.I usually recommend proper course of oral anti-fungal drugs like Fluconazole or Itraconazole along with anti-f... | |
Can depression cause body pain, feelings of vibration and mild faints ?
Hi.i know ki i am under depression but how much dat i dont know. I thnk my symptoms ae increasing like body ache specially the legs and backbone. i feel vibration n shaking in my body due to which its difficult to sleep even. Lot of headache ...al... | Hello. Most of the symptoms that you have described here suggest a possibility of stress and anxiety. If you also have sadness of mood, apathy, loss of interest in the surrounding, etc., you might consider depression as an additional possibility. The diagnosis of your condition cannot be done online. You can consult a ... | |
How can I get rid of dark marks on the skin ?
hi i recently use glycolic acid peel on my face it burned my skin and left real bad dark marks on my face on want to know what can i do to get rid of the dark marks its oretty bad thanks | Hi,Goest, Welcome to HCM, Never go for self medication and particularly when face like part is involved. Consult dermatologist and take the treatment. Ok and bye. | |
Suggest treatment for wheezing after inhaling bleach water
I use a cpap at night. I sanitized the heater pot, tube and nasal mask with diluted bleach water last night. I rinsed with water and I shook out the excess and somewhat air dried the parts. (I also went overboard with straight bleach cleaning the bathroom and ... | Hello, According to the history, you provide you should do nebulizer with Albuterol for some days. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jnikolla, Pulmonologist | |
Have high SGPT. What does it mean? Had hemicolectomy and hysterectomy. Need to check thyroid levels?
I am a 51 year old woman weight 64 kg ht 162, with Hb 14.5, fasting glucose 119, glucose after 2 hrs 114, urea 24,creatinine .9, uric acid 5.8,cholesterol 262, hdl 62,ldl 165, triglycerides 170, total cholesterol 4.2,... | Hi and welcome to HCM. You have slightly elevated sugar and lipids. ANd you shouldnt be worried. Your SGPT is also mildly elevated and there might be some minor liver fatty changes as a part of metabolic syndrome , but this is nothing to be concerned. Other findings are very good. All of these can be treated by changin... | |
Why is ecosprin suggested regularly and does it have any side effects?
Hello Dr. After my pregnancy was confirmed, I ve been asked to take miprogen, Sinate and also ecosprin.. Need to know any side effects on miprogen to myself or my baby? Any reason for ecosprin to take regulary. (Pregnancy was confirmed with Strip a... | Hi,Low dose aspirin (ecosprin) is prescribed to prevent pre-eclampsia. Generally, aspirin is not advised during pregnancy unless you have a history of pre-eclampsia, recurrent miscarriage or certain clotting disorders. It is given between 12 weeks and 28 weeks of pregnancy preferably at bedtime. It is found to be well ... | |
Suggest remedy for pain in head
my son just hit his head on the side of a pool. He was jumping in and decide to enter with a flip. His calculations were way off and he was too close. He bumped the back of his head on the way down & in. I'm keeping it iced. What else should I do? Tylenol for pain. | Hai. It looks like a local haematoma, due to trauma.u coan continue the same for pain. Just watch for level og consciousness, vitals, (bp, heart rate), , headache, nausea and vomiting. If all these things are normal u don't have to worry | |
What causes blood in split?
Hi, I am 25 years old. I had cough for few months. I have now stopped coughing but I see blood in my spit in the mornings. Could someone please explain what this could be? I am currently taking Proton pump inhibitors to reduce the gastric trouble i'm having. Thanks.. | Hello dearWarm welcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query in details .* There are different reasons for the blood in spitting as - lower respiratory tract infection as pneumonia or others - adenoiditis - tuberculosis - others * Needs evaluation with clinical examination , lab test... | |
Suggest treatment for chest and back pain with chills
I was pulling heavy carts at work yesterday when I felt something pop in my chest and immediately started having chest & back pains. My chest still hurts today but my back is in really bad pain. I ve also been getting chills all day but don t know if that has any c... | Hi while pulling heavy cart you have started back and chest pain and back hurts more.In my practice , with this pic I would suspect vertebral injury and go for an x ray of affected part to rule out any spinal compression fracture . Pain killers , back support , rest and physiotherapy will help relieve the pain and th... | |
What causes low calcium levels in body?
I have a calcium level of 52 in my urine test results and had pancreatic cancer with whipple surgery 5 years ago, why is my levels so low, I had a kidney stone in april and possible ones in my kidney now. I was prescribed calcium supplement but most thing do not digest and absor... | Calcium is one of the most difficult mineral to get absorb from digestive system. And for this you need to have enough of vitamine D also in your body. Vitamine D helps for absorption as well as for metabolism of calcium in body. I suggest to take a calcium from natural organic supplement source so that bio availabilit... | |
Suggest treatment for erectile dysfunction
My problem started about one and a half years ago. My normal six inch erect peanus ,will barely get hard and now is 3 to 4 inches with a large curve to the left. There is no pain, but intercourse is almost impossible.lm 65 years old ,single and my interest in wemon because of... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Erectile dysfunction has multiple causes, whenever a patient comes to me with erectile dysfunction i get certain labs done in order to rule out other causes of erectile dysfunction for example I would order serum uric acid le... | |
Suggest remedy for bartholin cyst
I get frequent cysts in the labia major and minora region sometimes before and sometimes after menustration. I tried many medications but no response. The doctor diagnosed it as Bartholin cyst and suggested surgery. Can u please advice what to do to heal naturally without surgery | HIWell come to HCMIf this is the Bartholin cyst then surgery is the only option you have, otherwise this can not be managed medically, hope this information helps. | |
What causes rashes all over the body while on Naltrexone?
I am on heart medication for high blood pressure. sotalol, vitamin B12, Valsartan Venlafaxine, folic acid, rivaroxaban, rosuvastatin and occasional valium. Have recently started taking 50 mg of naltrexone. Have developed a body rash over entire body | immediately stop naltrexone and take tab avil 25 mg (it will cause sleepiness) and go to your heart specialist | |
Suggest treatment for sharp pain on lower abdomen
About a week ago I had a sharp pain that stopped me from talking and it was on the right side lower abdomen ovary, I have since started about two days ago having twinges on the right side ovary and I am 4 dpo. My cervix is closed and soft.Could you tell me what I might... | Hi ! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. If I were your doctor, I would advise you for an ultrasound of abdomen to know the status of your pelvic organs including the status of your appendix. In addition , I would advise you for a CBC, a urine routine/microscopic/culture sensitivity test, a stool test f... | |
How to treat intense collarbone pain caused due to a fracture?
My collarbone is broken in three places. It s been one month and two days. I still hear it popping and I get unbearable pain when moving around without it for a while. I m also noticing a pin like stick while sitting and having it down but doing small thin... | Clavicle fracture healing may take 2 or more months. But regarding pain it may be because you have just started moving your shoulder after some immobilization. And i also assume you hadn't started mobilization against orthopedic doctor's advice! Gradually pain will wean off. But for your satisfaction and for a routin... | |
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 b... | 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 ... | |
When to expect ovulation after taking Pivox tablets?
hi doctor..i am 29yrs old&a mother of 5 yrs old boy,now we are trying for second baby ,,but this month my follicle is not that much big &doctor gave me pivox tablet for next two weeks,,can i expect ovulation next month,my periods are regular ...^&for allergy i am t... | Hallow Dear, Pivox contains Metformin. It is a medicine for treatment of Diabetes. It is not a medicine which initiates ovulation. However, this medicine helps the other medicines like Clomiphene citrate or HMG/hCG combination to effect the ovulation. This combination is effective particularly in Polycystic ovarian syn... | |
Suggest treatment for swollen and painful legs and ankles
my mother, has severly swollen legs and ankles and they are constant, she needs to see a specialist in glasgow as she is not dealing with it, this has been going on for a couple of years, now they are starting to hurt, which means it is really painful as she do... | swollen legs and ankles are could be due to many reasons, mainly being problems with pumping blood like heart problems, or altering the nature of blood as is seen in renal diseases, she needs to consult a physician and get examined and tested for these things. | |
Q. I have a small bump on my head. Is it because my mom was hit when pregnant?
Hello doctor,I am a 19 year old female. When my mom was pregnant, her brother had hit her tummy by mistake with a ball as he was playing cricket. My mom had felt some strong movements at that time and I feel this is the reason why I have a ... | Hello. There is no relation between the ball hitting your mother during pregnancy and the lesion on your head. From your history, it seems likely to be a sebaceous cyst (nothing serious). As there is pus currently, you can use antibiotics. I suggest showing it to a physician close to home and get it examined. For more ... | |
What is the treatment for the injured lower rib?
Hi I fell on a wooden stair and injured my lower left rib. It was 2 days ago. There is quite a purple bruise on the skin. It now is sore inside more today than the past two days. I hear a click too. It hurts when I take a deep breath. Should I get an xray? | Hello,If you are not having other symptoms like breathing difficulties then it is not an emergency but you may have a X-ray after 2 to 3 days. Till then you should do following:- Take rest.- Avoid hard work.- Take a good analgesic like advil or aleve.It may take about 10-15 days to have relief. Hope I have answered you... | |
What causes numbness in the tongue and mouth ulcers?
3 months ago I was treated for an oral yeast infection after taking antibiotics. I took a pill for 7 days and on the 7th day I finally didn t have any ulcers or pain in my mouth. A few days later it started coming back. I then was put on a liquid medication that did... | Hello ,Thanks for consulting hcm Read your query numbness in tongue with feeling of film in mouth and mouth ulcers this can be due to fungal infection , deficiency to vitamin B , depapillation of papilla or due to stress induced . For this I will suggest you to consult oral surgeon for clinical examination of oral cav... | |
Can gall stones cause severe lower back and shoulder pain and tremors, also have history of prostate cancer?
I HAVE HAD MY PROSTATE REMOVED, IN JULY. FINISHED RADIATION, 7 WEEKS AGO. I WAS ALSO DIAGNOSED WITH 3 LARGE GALL STONES THAT FREQUENTLY BOTHER ME. TODAY I HAD AN ATTACH, I KNOW HOW TO GET RID OF THE PAIN, SO DI... | HIThank for asking to HCMThe symptoms you described here , like shaking and the backache shoulder pain may not be due to the gall bladder condition but these could be due to the functional disorders you have to keep your stress level very low, take care and have nice day. | |
Does a head injury lead to nausea?
I suffered an accidental kick to the head...above right eye area a few weeks ago at work. Ever since I have had a headache and feel dizzy. Also I think i may have hit the back of my head on the floor when I landed. My stomach is also very upset like I am going to vomit but yet I am n... | Hi,It is unlikely that the kick to your head would be causing a headache and dizziness. It is more likely that you have a viral illness causing these symptoms including the nausea you are suffering.However, very rarely a head injury can lead to a bleed which may cause a headache and dizziness. I suggest, if your headac... | |
What are the major sign of typhoid fever?
Hi i vave been suffering for typhoid fever for the last 4 years and i have used almost majority of the antibiotics and i now suspect that it might be a nother infection though recent blood culture showed slight growth of salmonella . Please can you tell me thhe major signs of... | Hi dear.Thanks for your query.According to me initial presentation of typhoid will be fever with or without chills and rigors, fatigue.Sometimes it might be asymptomatic.I would always get a typhi dot, and ask for titres just to make sure I would not miss in any of my patients.Hope this answers your query. | |
What cause itching after having a hip replacement?
I have experienced a lot ot itching after having a hip replacement, my leg was very red after theoperation and very itchy this itchiness has now spread to different parts of my body namely my arms and my other leg, also on my back, what can I do to stop this? | Hello, This must be a skin infection and can be treated with the medication. You can consult a local physician to prescribe anti-allergic medicine by which itching comes down. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist | |
Swollen cheek and mouth with throbbing pain near the ear. What could this be and whom to consult?
The side of my face where your cheek meets your gum on my R. side has been swollen for about 36 hours. I have no pain in my mouth or teeth on that side of my face, and until 10-12 hrs ago had relatively no pain, other tha... | Hello and welcome.As per the history posted here,there could be two causes for your current swelling.one is the formation of abscess in the jaw due to decayed teeth.The second probability could be a trauma.Did you met any accident were there was injury to your jaw.I would like to suggest you to see your dentist soon fo... | |
How can I conceive fast?
Hi, I am Shasi. i married 7 years back. i didnot get pregnant . i have laproscopy then skintest then fertility hospital i treated 4 month continuesly i havenot feedback . the doctor 4 time i have iui treatment . today onwards 12 days back on periods i have injection on 7 &8 day but the domine... | Hi Shasi, Let me start by saying that even though 7 yrs is a long time to wait for pregnancy, please don't lose patience & hope. We can only make way for pregnancy, but finally the ball is in God's court. I will just give a checklist for you to find any reason, see if you have missed anything. Husband- Semen analysis a... | |
Q. What does abutment of the nerve root mean?
Hi doctor,I am just wondering what is abutting and abutment of the nerve root means in a back issue. Please explain. What treatment is required for annular bulging and tear? | Hi. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. For further information consult a neurologist online --> | |
Back, head, legs and neck burning sensation, pain in calf muscles. On warfarin. Why did this happen?
Hi, 4 years ago I had a saddle PE, been on warfarin and tow bp meds since then. About 2 months ago I was working pretty hard when the back of my neck all of a sudden felt like it was on fire as was the back of my head.... | With warfarin there can be no clots. Your neck episode may be due to spondylitis which is curable. Just do neck movement exercises in all directions for 10 minutes to initiate muscles. Gradually do isometric neck exercises in which you hold the movement of neck by your hands p... | |
How to treat Benign Prostatic hyperplasia?
I have been diagnosed with BPH. My prostate is 2X the normal size. I am taking Avodart and Flowmax. I had a hip replacement 3 years ago and am otherwise in good health. Is Cooled Thermotherapy an appropriate treatment? Will it affect sexual activity? | Hi, For Benign prostate enlargement, you have been prescribed correct medication that is dutasteride and tamsulosin to relive your urinary symptoms and to decrease prostate size. Your concern is regarding the usage of cooled thermotherapy in which microwave used to destroy prostate tissue. So it can be used as a treatm... | |
Suggest remedy for severe pain in the ankle with swelling
Hi, I have had severe ankle pain in my right leg for last several days with some swelling and hurts to walk especially on the heel. I do have some veracose veins but my regular doctor has seen this and doesn t seem to be a issue. I also feel some of the same sy... | It is a clear case of arthritis of heel and/ or Calcaneal spur - a cartilagenous spur on heel boneNothing better than a foot exercise is responsible to manage it over some time. Support of antiinflammatory and analgesic drugs is compulsory but pl do not make it a habit.Optionally my own patients get benefit of turmeric... | |
Persistent cough, enlarged heart, high BP, brain hemorrhage and had seizures. Suggestion?
Hi my brother recently got sick with a persistent cough and then it was discovered his heart is enlarged. He suffers from type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure do you think that caused his heart to enlargen or another factor? A... | Hi, Thank you for posting your query. Enlarged heart is often a sign of heart failure. Heart failure is more common in people with diabetes and high BP, especially if they are not well controlled. Another cause can be hypertrophy (thickening of heart muscle wall) due to high BP. An evaluation by a cardiologist along wi... | |
Suggest treatment for cough and phlegm production
Bad cough phlem cant sleep Hey I started to get this bad cough with phlem and last night I coughed so hard I gaged and then threw up phlem and then food. Is this normal? My stomach hurts a little too and this is the first time it has ever happened to me. I still have t... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of either bronchitis or lung infection is more. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done 1. Clinical examination of respiratory system. 2. Chest x ray 3. PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).Chest... | |
Q. How can I stop fishy smell coming from my vagina?
Hello doctor, About two weeks before my most recent period, I began to get a fishy smell from my vagina. I wash it every day using Vagasil. So, I was confused. Once my period came, the smell went away and I thought it was gone for good. But, the day after my period ... | Hello. You have not mentioned your detailed menstrual, gynecological, medical, drug history, etc., or any disease you have been treated for. First of all, it is better to have a vaginal swab to check which pelvic infection this is. Notice any symptoms you have along with this vaginal discharge like fever, itching, abdo... | |
How to cure spots on the inner thigh close to genitals?
hi i have spots/lumps in the gentile area of the inner thigh i went to the docotor because it got infected. they said it was a swear rash that was infected and gave me a course of stedriod cream which solve the problem. but they have return but not infected but i... | Hello.It is good that you are better now. But you still maybe have fungal infection. Use of antifungal crean durin 2 feeks might be necesarry. Speak about this with your doctor.All the best. | |
Will chalazion on her upper eyelid of a toddler heal on its own?
my 19 months baby has a chalazion on her upper eyelid since 2 months now, however it s not as big as i ve seen in videos and research many adults have. Should i leave it to heal by itself or i should interfere, though her pediatrician told me to do nothi... | More than 50% of chalazia resolve with conservative treatment.Warm compresses (do not squeeze) with a wet facecloth, as hot as can be tolerated, can be used to melt the lipid secretions, thereby encouraging resolution of the ductal blockage and facilitating the drainage of sebum.Baby shampoo or commercial lid wipes can... | |
Suggest treatment for pain in middle of the chest and upper back
I am 19 years old female and in good health. Lately I have been experiencing pain in my upper back and the middle of my chest above my sternum. This is happening right now I am trying to figure out if I need to go to the er or what I can do to make this ... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. Pain in the middle of chest (substernal) and in the upper back is mostly due to musculoskeletal cause. So better to avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. Avoid movements causing pain. Avoid bad postures in sleep. Sta... | |
What causes sharp pain in the rib cage?
I have daily soft, often long floating stools first thing in the A M usually followed by one or two more within half to an hour. Sometimes I get sharp deep pain under right center of rib cage. I basically have a low fat diet with fresh fruits, greens, nuts, fish, beans and poult... | Hi,Thanks for your query.The pain at the bottom center of the rib cage on the right side could be due to a renal infection or a stone if the pain does not seem to be muscular in nature. This can be ruled out after getting an ultrasound scan done.If the pain is aggravated with deep breathing or coughing then a rib inj... |
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