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Hello Dr, I am 31 years old. I was a very very fair baby. My parents and siblings are fair. However, my skin color has been getting darker. My trunk from neck till knee are fair but my face, neck and forearms are dark. Especially my face is becoming darker. I would like to be in wheatish complexion if not fair. Can a f... | Hellothe part of the body you are mentioning is less likely to be covered and due to sun exposure it becomes darker.apply sunscreen.Choose a sunscreen. SPF, or Sun Protection Factor, is a measurement of how well a sunscreen will protect skin from UVB rays, the kind of radiation that causes sunburn. If your skin would n... | |
What causes clear liquid with little blood from butt?
I was wiping my butt & a clear liquid came out with a LITTLE bit of blood. It's been happening for about a week or so. By the way, I am a male. I don't have the healthiest diet but this has NEVER happened in the past. What are possible explanations for this? | Hello!Thank you for the query.Bright red blood on the surface of the stool or on the toilet paper is very characteristic for hemorrhoids. Due to constipation, bad diet, steady lifestyle, veins gets enlarged in the rectal area what causes hemorrhoids. When wiping, you get hemorrhoids wounded so it gives a blood.I sugge... | |
Can we conceive naturally?
Myself Sam, i am 29yrs old, my sperm count is 4 to 5 mil, doctor suggested me to use Mildfil tab & Hi-Q tab and wife gone for Laparascopy treatment to clean uterus. Is there any chance to conceive naturally or go for any other treatment. Please advice. | Hello dearI understand your concernYour sperm count is 4-5 million.It is very low. Natural pregnancy is not possible.I would suggest to consult urologist and undergo routine blood test, serum testosterone and USG scan of pelvis to rule out problemDrugs like clomiphen citrate can be used to increase sperm countTake mult... | |
Does Mifepristone and Misoprostol help to terminate pregnancy?
hi am 28 fe banglore unmarried but due to my wrong dicision i gt one month pregnancy so i want to remve it im not able tom consult doctr due to im frm god fearing family my friend has to ld to take two medicines mefepristone 600 gm one dose and after 48 ho... | HI, I understand your concern. THe information your friend has given is correct. BUt whatever the conditions are a doctor's advise is a must. for- - confirmation of pregnancy/ confirming duration of pregnancy/excluding tubal pregnancy./ your health status. - Depending on above information doctor would suggest... | |
Suggest treatment for hair loss
mine is a problem of hair loss. i pirmed my hairs about 8-9 months ago. and now i am facing hair fall. dont know why is it happening.. i recently also shifted from india to singapore. is it change of water or wat else. i never had this type of problem before..need your expert guidance..... | Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.I appreciate your concern regarding hair fall. Hair fall is usually ascribed to multiple factors like diet and nutrition, hormones, stress, acute or chronic medical conditions,drugs,cosmetic products etc.Since you have not mentioned relevant history and description like pattern of hai... | |
Any alternative medicine for hydrocodone?
I am taking hydrocodone, 10-325 (norco) 6 to 8 a day. What is available that gives the same feeling? I like the feeling, and take more than I should that has quit helping the pain, lower back. I've tried Oxycodone 10-325, same amount but do not like the feeling. | **1. Hydrocodone is a prescription painkiller from the opiate family and is prescribed to relieve mild to moderate pain.2. There are a number of herbal alternatives to hydrocodone. Some produce painkilling effects closely comparable to the drug:. Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is hydrocodone's closest herbal relative. [Wh... | |
What does follicle in fallopian tube on an ultrasound suggest?
Hello, I need advice, my last mens was 24 June 2010, I have brownish spotting on my day 11 of cycle day 12 I had ultrasound it shows clear follicle in right fallopian tube, the day after I had ultrasound it shows gestational sac so my Dr. request for Beta ... | Hello,I have gone through your query and understood the concern. I will be able to comment further if you can furnish me details of the sonogram reports and also the operative notes. It is quite rare that when the follicle was visualized in the right tube, ectopic was detected in the left tube. This means the fertilize... | |
Q. Why is my penis tip swollen with different color?
Hello doctor, My penis tip is swollen and skin is also looking different. It happened three months back. I consulted a urologist, skin specialist also, it has not reduced. I did not have any bad habits and not have any illegal relation, unmarried. Please help me. So... | Hi. You seem to be suffering from balanitis. There are various causes for balanitis which include yeast infection (the most common cause), bacterial infections, viral infection, sexually transmitted infections, skin irritation, and allergy. I would suggest you consult a physician. You may need a short course of antibio... | |
What is the function of Fertigyn 10000?
HI Doctor, Out doctor has given me fertigyn 10000 iu on the 14th day of my cycle and asked to have the relationship with my husdand the next day ..means on 15th day night .. If i have any back pain on the same 14th day, she has told to have the relationship. Please advice me, wh... | Hi, fertigyn injection is given to rupture the follicles and release egg. So, you should be in contact with your husband for 2 to 3 days after injection. It increases the chance of pregnancy. Mild back pain is also an indication of rupture of follicles. So, your doctor has advised to be 8n contact on day of pain. Ho... | |
How safe is Depsonil and Antoxid for clear fluid leak during masturbation?
Hello good day , i have been leaking a clear sticky fluid (which usually comes during masturbation) for almost a month and half through out the day . i have been under treatment from a doctor until then and still no improvement . i was advised ... | Hello,This clear fluid is normal and is called pre-cum. It is meant for lubrication during sex. As long as your sperms are healthy and count is normal you do not need to worry about this clear fluid.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sameen Bin Naeem, General & Fam... | |
Diagnosed with hepatitis C infection. Normal to schedule CT scan?
yes my daughter as been diagnosed with hepatitis c and as not yet had her liver check, but was told that she as to have some type of chemo for this. How could they determine this without checking out her liver first. She was not told what stage she was ... | Hi, thanks for using healthcare magicPart of the work up for hepatitis c normally includes (1)liver function tests, (2)complete blood count, (3)thyroid function tests (can be low in some persons with this infection), (4)screening for hepatitis B, (5)determining the amount and type of hepatitis c present.In terms of the... | |
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 --> | |
Chronic cough due to eosinophilia. No improvement with medicine. Undergoing hemodialysis for renal failure
Good morning doctor,My father was suffering with chronic renal failure ..he was undergoing hemodialysis twice a week.My query is, since one month he is suffering with chronic cough .We Approached pneumologist als... | Hello, Cough due to eosinophilia is NOT a diagnosis as given by your physician. Although it is well known that eosinophil counts go up in asthma, allergies, parasitic infections; I am sure these have been checked and are not relevant here. You have not mentioned the absolute count or percentage but raised levels in pat... | |
Have stomach problems, acid reflux, stomach hernia. Done colon resection. Acupuncture useful?
I am trying to find info on plaquenil . I have bad stomach problems, acid reflux , no ibufrofin had colon resection surgery and have a stomach hernia. My stomach is easily upset to watch what I eat. I don ;t think this is a g... | Dear,Welcome to HealthcaremagicEvery medicinal system has its specialty. Same as i think Ayurveda can address your problems well. You mentioned you had already colon resection. you had hernia of stomach probably hiatus hernia which cause high bile reflux. no proton pump inhibitors can resolve it. Ayurveda medicines giv... | |
Can herpes cause abscess & blood filled lumps in wrist?
Hi. I actually have an abces on my right arm between my wrist and elbow. It has been painful for 3 days. I also have bumps filled with blood (dirty looking blood) on my wrist of that same arm and at 4 other places on my body. The one on my writs is very hard ... ... | Hi,Good Evening.Thanks for the query to HCM.I studied it in depth and I understood your health concerns.-Treatment-for blood filled lumps on wrist and body-1- Mostly it appears to be -Herpes type 2 with complicated blister filled skin rash with super-added-bacterial infection of the herpes blisters.2-Cause is due to th... | |
What causes vomiting and abdominal discomfort in a 2 year old?
My 2 year old starting being ill 8 days ago, she would vomit anything including parecetomol after a few days she stopped drinking and we took her to er. No fever at all, checked for diabetes (negative). Tiny rashes around nuckles which go away. We have bee... | Thanks for consulting at Healthcare Magic.As your daughter is suffering from vomiting, abdominal discomfort, drowsiness, loss of appetite since 8 days, you should consult pediatrician for detailed clinical examination and investigations like CBS, USG etc. | |
Suggest treatment for aggressive behavior with breaking things
I feel like I'm a somewhat competent and successful person. But now I find myself a year deep in a relationship with a boyfriend who breaks my things when he's angry. He'll stomp around my house, spit on my walls and yell at me. Is there any hope for hi... | Dear User,Thanks for using health care magic.From the available description it appears that you are abused in hand of a person who is not mentally normal I won't say that he can not be changed but it takes a lot of effort on part of the family members and person himself to have better functioning. If he says he has not... | |
What causes blood in urine when suffering from kidney stones?
I have been diagnosed with kidney stones some time ago. Yesterday I felt like I would be sick with really bad cramps in lower abdomin.. painful urination with pink tint. Today I'm urinating almost every 5 to 15 mins very cloudy and actual blood clots and lo... | Hi and welcome to HCM. As an Urologist,i can understand your anxiety.Whenever the stones move,they can lead to bleeding and the blood turns to clots in the bladder.Later when the person passes urine,it's expelled.The pain develops,when the stones move inside the kidney.The blood causes the pink tint to the urine.Drink... | |
Q. What can be done for thickened spermatic code with trace hydrocele?
Hello doctor, I am 37 years old man. As per an ultrasound report, some problems are traced. A thickened spermatic code on both sides. Trace hydrocele on both sides. Early varicocele on both sides. | Hi. I can understand your concern. I have gone through the ultrasound report you have attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Please let me know what are your symptoms? Do you have lower abdominal pain? Please reply me answers of above-asked questions, so that I can guide you better. I will be happy ... | |
Suggest remedy to overcome homosexuality
hi my name is oya iam a homo sex person the main problem with me is wen ever i see a handsome guy i feel that i want to have a sex with that guy i imagine myself as if iam sucking his pennis and he fucking my ass wat is my problem i dont want to be gay i want to be guy | Hello, Homosexuality is romantic attraction, sexual attraction, or sexual behavior between members of the same sex or gender. As a sexual orientation, homosexuality is "an enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, and/or sexual attractions" to people of the same sex. At different times and in different cultures, homosex... | |
How to avoid the practice of masturbation?
Hi, I m 28 year old male, and i do masturbate everyday, i feel that i m no last longer on bed with my partner, and then I realize that this is bad habbit, now I want to quit it, please help me and also I want to know that how many days or month will take me to recover and get... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. There is no need to avoid masturbation altogether. But here you have your partner to have sex and enjoy. You are not having enough pleasure while doing vaginal sex as compared to masturbation. That could be one problem. Sex is not mechanical. Vaginal sex needs... | |
What causes irritation in lymph node?
Hello I was wondering why my lymph nodes irritate under my jaw/ chin. I did have 2 bad wisdom tooth which cause me to have a absese in my mouth. Well I have had my wisdom teeth removed the dentist cut the absese and squeezed some of the infection out. After all that I had to go ba... | Hi, thanks for sharing your health concerns with HCM!I've gone through your situation and can perceive the magnitude of concerns building within you!Did you do any test from the collection within the lymph nodes?If yes, then please mention the pathological reports; If not please do an FNAC test with AFB/Fungal smears a... | |
I RA causing pain in arm on extending?
I m a 47 year old female,I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in 2012.About 6 months agoI began having problems extending my right arm.I do have an old injury,I broke this arm in 4 different places at age 7.Today I noticed a lump in the crease of the inner part of the same a... | Hello, I have studied your case with diligence.RA may lead to osteoporosis. Lump can be rheumatoid nodule leading to inflammation.Check your bone strength with DEXA SCAN and you can start medication according to level of osteoporosis,You need to start supplement of calcium with vitamin D, vit B12, I will advise you to ... | |
Q. What is the solution for face color being dark when body is white?
Hi doctor,I am a female and my age is 25 years. My body is white but face dark black. I have used many creams and lotions but there is no change. So, I want a solution for this. | Hello. I just read your query. See if your face color is darker than your body color then it can be due to excessive exposure to the sun. But, if it is your natural color then it cannot be lightened through creams, etc. To get rid of sunburn apply sunscreen lotion half an hour before going outside. Apply sunscreen even... | |
Why am I getting hives, headaches, nausea and loss of appetite?
I have had hives, headaches, nausea, loss of appetite, and weight loss for the past 3 weeks. I'm not pregnant, and nobody knows what's wrong with me. I think I'm allergic to milk, because it started 3 weeks ago, everytime I drink milk (The hives anyway). ... | Hello!I really appreciate your concern. From description of your symptom I suspect you having cholinergic urticaria also known as physiologic urticaria. This happen in the person having allergy or atopy. There may be one or several triggering factors for it. Simple treatment is having anti-histaminic drugs like levocet... | |
How to treat asthma with memory loss?
Hi I need to know what to do. My Daughter has be precribed prednisone she started at 1000 mg 12 tab aonce and has been decreasing bt 1 tab daily. My daughter has been told at 18 that she had assmas and she has been using her puffers flo vent ventlin folvent 250mg. She has sufferd ... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicPrednisone is used in some cases of an acute asthmatic attack.To reduce the frequency of her attacks, she should identify her triggers for asthma and try to reduce them if possible.Some common triggers are common cold, reflux, sinus problems, exercise, cold exposure, extreme emotion... | |
What causes poking pain in chest?
I have had recurring chest discomfort for the past 3 months, none of any major severity of duration. The most prevalent is a sort of "poking" feeling on the left center portion of my chest. I have also in the last week had that same poking type pain in my left shoulder. At times I ... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. No need to worry for heart diseases related symptoms as your blood pressure and ecg are normal. Possibility of stress and anxiety related symptoms is more likely. So better to consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to ident... | |
Report shows enlarged prostate, cortical thickness of kidneys less and irregular, ill defined corticomedullary junction. Indications?
hello sir, a urine routine microscopic report showing color-yellow transparency- turbid pus cells-10-12 albumin-++ RBC s- 1-2 cast-granular cast++ crystal- calcium oxalate++ epithelial... | HI. FROM YOUR DESCRIPTION IT SEMS YOU ARE SUFFERING FROM PYELONEPHRITIS , A CONDITION IN WHICH THERE IS INFECTION IN KIDNEYS. U NEED TO UNDERGO CERTAIN TESTS INCLUDING TESTS FOR DIABETES AND KIDNEY FUNCTION AND URINE CULTURE. EMLARGEMENT OF PROSTATE IS USUALLY SEEN IN OLD AGE, CONDITION KNOWN AS NBENIGN HYPERTROPHY OF ... | |
Suggest treatment for cyst in the spleen and kidney
Hi, 7 weeks ago i had an ovarian cyst aspirated laparoscopically after 18 months of various symtoms including severe pelvic pain, abdominal cramping and bloating,vomitting, loss of appetite, night sweats etc. A week after surgery i had a pelvic ultrasound which showe... | Hello,I would like to know whether the cysts in your kidney and spleen were there prior to your cyst aspiration. As your cyst was only aspirated and not removed, it is highly likely to have some residual fluid collection.If there has been a considerable reduction in symptoms, you can wait and watch otherwise it would b... | |
Suggest pain medication for chronic back pain and arthritis
My boyfriend has been having chronic back pain for several days now and it seems to be getting worse. His docotor took x-rays and found arthritis, however, the pain is constant and getting worse with each day. Meds don't even touch the pain. Thoughts on ho... | Hello, I had gone through the case and found that he needs more test like RA factor, ESR and CRP.He has to take medicine and can go for physiotherapy for pain.After pain subside do yoga and exercise.Take calcium rich diet along with Vitamin D3 once a week for 3 months.Hope my answer will be effective for you.Thanks | |
Could experiencing strange sensations at the base of tongue mean that I have globus pharyngis?
Hello I am 59 y/o male in good general health. I use alcohol moderately on weekends. I do not smoke. Over the past 4-6months I have experienced a foreign body sensation in the left base of tongue area. The sensation is inter... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,It may be a felling of mucosa membrane of the nasopharynx, as you have undergone all the investigations to find out any pathological condition leading to these symptoms and confirmed that you are not having anything abnormal.It looks like a Globus, as there is a persistent or intermittent non-painf... | |
How to cure lump on the elbow with pain?
yes have a small lump on the inside of my left ellbow it is painful and now my forearm is sore and i am starting to have some pain on the outside of my wrist i have had no fever or other pains in any other region of my body other than this i feel great.. also now it feels like... | Hello and welcome to HCM,A painful lump on the elbow causing soreness in the forearm could be due to nerve related lump.A lump or benign tumor arising from nerve can lead to painful lump.An aspiration cytology of the lump will be helpful in determining the site and nature of the lump.Aspiration cytology is an office pr... | |
What causes lump on stomach?
have been having abdominal pain for awhile now and recently noticed a lump a lump on my lower right side of my stomach followed by a big bruise. The bruise had gone away but not the lump nor the pain and now a few weeks later, another bruise is appearing. What could that be? | lump which ur talking abt is just a haematoma( collection of blood underneath skin)... no need 2 it vl subsidies on its own... give warm compression n some analgesics for pain... if the bruise is following trauma then don't worry... if its sudden den u need 2 contact haematologist.. | |
What are the symptoms of bronchopneumonia?
my Dr. put me on amoxicillin/clavulanate 250/125mg, yesterday, as she thinks I have bronical pheumonia and I would like to know the side effects, as I have no energy, itchy, all over eyes to fighting to keep my eyes open, cold, headache, r these side effects?? they are an ant... | Thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your concern. Weakness can be due to bronchopneumonia or due to antibiotic you are taking. Bronchopneumonia is an infection. And decreased oral intake, weakness are symptoms common in acute infection. Antibiotics can cause weakness but infection is more likely cause for... | |
What causes numbness and tingling sensation in hands when under stress?
After tilt table testing I was diagnosed w neuromediated hypotension w vaso vagel response and left bundle branch block. Basically I ve always fainted with dental or medical procedures or when under extreme stress. Also sudden fear causes my hands... | Hi, I am Dr.Bruno. I have read your question with care and understand your concerns. Let me try to help you Question : What causes numbness and tingling sensation in hands when under stress?Answer : 1. Stress causes Reduced Blood Flow to Peripheral Organs2. Because of this reduced Blood Flow to Peripheral Organs, Less... | |
How to decrease creatinine level while suffering from chronic kidney disease due to diabetes?
My creatinine level went from 1.9 to 2.47 (November) to 3.48 in December and 4.1 on December 30th. A kidney biopsy just showed that the CKD is due to type 2 diabetes. There is a lot of scarring. The renal specialist stated th... | HIThank for asking to HCMThe kidney function might be damaged because of some endogenous noxious substance, right now the high dose of diuresis is the option this could some time bring the creatinine value to normal or treating the underlying cause will also correct the level of creatinine, have word with your doctor, ... | |
Is the CRP rate of 10 safe in a 69 year old for routine dental care?
I have a dental patient in the chair 69 yo, cauc female. ONly had one abnormal value. MCV of 104.1 on her hematology report and special chemistry of 10.7 on CRP which she states is better than her previous cardiac score of 20. Any hesitation with ... | CRP Levels above 3 are risky. Make sure you have prophylactic ( precautionary ) amoxycyllin 2g 1 hour before any dental treatment involving gums. | |
Can bronchitis and pneumonia be contagious through saliva?
I am a 37 yr old female who is 5'7" and 208lbs, my boyfriend has had a touch of bronchitis and pnuemonia. He is trying to tell me that his doctor told him he is allergic to smoke, which i do smoke but not around him. He was telling me that he is getting the ... | HelloI read your concern and i would like to give your some information for this.Bronchitis and pneumonia are both viral or bacterial inflammation of the airways and the lung tissue. Viral infection is contagious with saliva or with breathing. Bacterial infaction can't be spread with these routes. The term allergic fro... | |
What causes vomiting, headache and fever in a child after swimming?
Hi. I have a 10 year old and 6 year old. School called today and both children are sick. My 6 year old has vomiting, stomach pains, and fever. My son has fever, headache, stomach pain, and a sore throat. My concern is that they both went swimming in a... | Hi....you are right. Both kids sick at same time and with commonality of pond swimming might be a reason. Both might be having a common viral illness. But your son has got sore throat, I suggest you consult your doctor for the rapid antigen test for streptococcal pharyngitis.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
What could fever in a toddler with rashes around groin area indicate?
My son is three years old. He got a fever on Sunday. We gave him Children s Advil. He has hardly eaten anything since then but he was drinking (very thirsty at night). He looks very pale now and when he eats something (banana, apple, breakfast bar o... | From history it appears that its a viral fever which will settle only symptomatic therapy like for fever give him paracetamol 250mg 4 times a day.plenty of oral fluid ok | |
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 ... | |
What are the side effects of anesthesia?
Hi there. I received a colonoscopy 4 days ago and have suffered increasing and deepening bouts of lightheadedness and nausea (without vomiting so far) since then. These feelings are not constant, and come and go, but the intensity has increased throughout the week... Can this b... | Hello, Side effects of general anesthesia include: Temporary confusion and memory loss, although this is more common in the elderly. Dizziness, Urine Retention, Bruising or soreness from the IV drip, Nausea and vomiting, shivering and feeling cold, sore throat, due to the breathing tube, etc. Hope I have answered your ... | |
Intense scabbing after waxing, skin peeled off, scabbed areas have lighter color. How to restore original color?
I waxed same area twice. After dat i got intense scabbing. The scabbing is now gone and the skin has peeled of on its own. But the scabbed areas now have a lighter color than its surrounding. How to get bac... | as symptoms mentioned it can be post inflammatory hypopigmentation.it can be cured by application of mometazone in the morning and tacrolimus in the evening | |
Does hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy cause hearing, vision or talking problems?
my brother had a baby boy 15 days back. he was diagonised to have Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy through MRI. he had seizures two times. he is not swalloing the milk , so his feeding is through the tube. my concern will he have any sight ... | Hello, This depends on the duration and level of hypoxia encountered, so please send reports and details to be able to help you further. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist | |
Q. How to avoid unplanned pregnancy?
Hi doctor, I had nonpenetrative sex with my partner. He did not ejaculate, but a kind of sticky lube came from his penis which he wiped with his hand and then rubbed his hand in the bedsheet. After that, he used his hand in my private areas. I am afraid that I might get pregnant. P... | Hello. There is a possibility that you may get pregnant with pre-ejaculate fluid itself if you were in a fertile period, as precum also contains sperms. It is better advised, that you should opt for an emergency contraceptive pill like an i-pill within next 72 hours to avoid the chances for unplanned pregnancy. For fur... | |
Rashes on inner arms, spreading, no itching, dry raised rash. Causes?
My husband has a rash on his inner arms. It is small and round but varies in size up to a pea. It started on his inner bicep on one arm and has gone away but appeared on his inner forearm on the same side. Now it s also on his other arm, same places... | Hi,Your husband is having small mild scaly lesions without any complaints like itching or pain..right?It seems that it would be either tinea versicolor (TV)or erythrasma.In both condition ,patient dose not itch.Tinea versicicolor is fungal infection caused by melessezia furfur and erythrasma is mild bacterial disease c... | |
Q. Patient has excreting problem. Is it a fissure and does it need surgery?
Hello doctor, My brother is 38 years old and he is obese. His weight is more than 150 kg. He has been found with liver cirrhosis few years back and he has taken medicine for that and all went normally. Later, he found with balanitis but after ... | Hi. I could find three issues with your brother. They are obesity, cirrhosis, and fissure. All these are related. He needs to lose weight. He has to be motivated with regular physical activity, modified diet and restrict fluid to 2 liters a day. Regarding cirrhosis, he needs to be on regular follow up. We need to check... | |
Q. Why is there random chest pain in a heart patient?
Hello doctor, My mother randomly gets chest pain that comes for one minute and goes, but this sequence sometimes occurs for half an hour. There is no jaw pain or pain radiating to the left hand, and no vomiting. Is there anything serious or this incident is common ... | Hello. I have gone through the echocardiogram (attachment removed to protect patient identity), it is fine. You mentioned her to be a heart patient. Did she suffer an attack in the past or anything to suggest heart disease? I guess she just has blood pressure problem but no heart disease at present. The kind of pain yo... | |
Suggest treatment for postherpetic neuralgia caused by shingles
I have postherpetic neuralgia caused by shingles affecting the right side of my head and eye. I ve had this condition for 3 years. Have been to various eye doctors, neurologists. and family doctors in both Ft Worth TX and Tacoma, WA. No relief. Any sugges... | i am not able to find in your Q what drugs had tried till now. anyway post herpetic neuralgia most difficult to treat. anyway u can try carbamazepine if not given till now. | |
Slightly Elevated CEA Tumor Markers. Should I worry ?
My daughter who is a healthy 21 years old young women not complaining of anything did a blood test at university. All the results are normal , but the cea tumor marker is 3.4. Should I worry ? | Hello there.. welcome to healthcare magic forum. Both benign and malignant (harmless and cancerous) conditions can increase the CEA level. The most frequent cancer which causes an increased CEA is cancer of the colon and rectum. Others include cancers of the pancreas, stomach, breast, lung, and certain types of thyroid... | |
What causes chest pain,dry cough and difficulty in breathing?
hello sir, i would like to consult some points regarding chest pain and my age is 30. 1)in the middle of the chest i have a minor pain but not daily. 2) have dry cough n feel uncomfortable to take breath when im in polluted area.. 3)have blood pressure 140/... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Chest pain, cough and breathing difficulty are commonly seen with bronchitis and asthma. Your discomfort is more when you are in polluted area. This means possibility of bronchitis is more. So consult pulmonologist and get done 1. Clinical exa... | |
Why is liver biopsy done for nodules and fungus in the lungs?
Good afternoon my mom was diagnoses with the bird fungus last year and took strong antibiotics. They removed a slither of her lung. Her spleen was also very enlarged. That was in January of 2014. Today she is having a biopsy, they are thinking she has lymph... | Hello, The reason for the liver biopsy is to find out the hematogenous (via blood) spread of the underlying pathological condition of fungi. It is the drainage areas and primary immune responders as spleen and lymph nodes which get enlarged during the fighting of infection by the body. It is the immune compromise stage... | |
What causes mysterious chest infection?
My boyfriend is in the hospital with a mysterious chest infection. The have done a biopsy but because they gave him antibiotics, they were not able to get a culture. The infection is serious and close to his heart so they are guessing at what kind of antibiotics he needs and are... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your boyfriend's situation and problem. Since cancer cells are absent, no need to worry for lung cancer. Infections like tuberculosis, fungal, parasitic infection etc are uncommon and can cause mass like lesion in chest. These are not diagnosed by routine ... | |
Suggest treatment for stabbing pain in the rib cage
Hi, I think I bruised my ribs...left hand side... On Saturday and today the pain has got worse it is now a constant stabbing pain and really hurts whenever I do anything especially put pressure on the left side do I need the doctors or just pulled a muscle maybe? | hi, i appreciate your concern. it seems u have injured your rib on left side.leading to muscle tenderness also ,and hurts on move ments.it is advisable to get an x-ray of chest done to rule out possibility of fracture in rib.as treatment is concern ,avoid taking pressure on left side for atleast 10 days,some time stapp... | |
What is the cause of early ejaculation?
I m 23yrs old...I have habit of masturbationg from intermediate...at DAT time it use to take llonger time to ejaculate.now its ejaculating very early.i fear will this effect me longterm when I get marry.is there any solution to get my vitality stronger.and my Penn is is lil bit ... | Hello,Masturbation is not harmful for the body. The premature ejaculation would better diagnosed after your marriage. But you should not worry about the future.Secondly, there are no drugs to increase the size of penis. Do not get trapped in to false claims of increasing the penis size.Thanks. | |
Is intake of Oxycodone in high doses a concern?
I use to take an extremely high dose of Oxycodone...was taking for 11 years...dosage was increased over and over and over....by the time I finally insisted that my pain mgmt doctor put me in the hospital and rapid detox me, my daily dose was up to 720mg a day {all prescr... | Hello, The physiology usually changes back. Furthermore, having a feeling of wanting more may be a psychological expectation AND, MOST IMPORTANTLY, it is usually NOT associated with tolerance to high doses of narcotics. It is the usual situation that someone who expects to need a previously sky-high dose (and that is t... | |
Suggest remedy for persistent neck pain
Hai DR I have been suffering from neck pain since 10 Yeara. I took Medical Treatment & Massage Also.One Doctor told One teeth to be removed then That was removed before 8 months. Still I am feeling mildneck pain which is disturbance in working time especially Morning time. Kindl... | dear FRIEND I HAVE UNDERSTOOD YOUR CONCERNS NO NEED TO WORRY ABOUT THIS, THIS MAY BE DUE TO YOUR ABNORMAL POSTURE HABITS, READING HABITS, WORKING MORE OVER COMPUTER OR COMPUTER HEIGHT, DISTANCE AND CHAIR HEIGHT IS NOT PROPER SO THAT YOUR NECK WILL BE IN CONTINUOUS STRAIN..... SO PAIN WILL BE FROM LONG TERM, MAY BE YOU... | |
What causes diarrhea after taking Vermox when suffering from lupus?
hi im 46 yrs of age I have lupus and I only weigh 100 pounds if that now (I have eating difficulties from various strokes) I recently was around a girl that my mother takes care of that had pin worms very bad for almost 3wks without telling anyone. I ... | Dear madam,I THINK YOU SHOULD STOP THIS MEDICINE AND CONSULT YOUR LUPUS DOCTOR FOR FURTHER MANAGEMENT.Dr. Shruti | |
How to get cured from male impotence and erectile dysfunction?
I went into bad company and now i have many problems, severe male impotence, no errection , extreme low timing (30 seconds), very small libido size, and whenever i sit with a girl even my penis throws a transparent liquid too much, secondly when i sleep of... | Hello,It may be due to performance anxiety. For that you may require complete hemogram, lipid profile, electrocardiogram after physician consultation. Avoid strenuous activity. Take proper rest and balanced diet. Till then you can take tablet sildenafil one hour before sexual act.Hope I have answered your query. Let me... | |
What causes pain in back/stomach/chest when having fatty liver?
hi im 27 year old last wednesday i swallowed small piece of chicken after tht i feel littel pain in right side of my stomach ..today in morning i go for ultersound nd report is normal nthing is there only have fatty liver ..but nw i feel pain in back nd r... | Hi thanks for asking question.Noted you have history of ingestion of outside food.So here you could have gastroenteritis or ulcer like stomach condition.This gastric problem can lead to reffered chest pain.Take oflixacin and ornidazole combination drug with omeprazole.Drink more water .Avoid excess spicy and fatty food... | |
Suggest medication that can be taken with Percocet
I m a 68 year old farmer with lots of arthritis. Already had a TKR, have OA in both ankles, other knee getting shaky, bursitis in both hips, carpal tunnel both wrists, OA both hands, and need a new shoulder joint. During rehab for my TKR they also showed me exercises ... | Hi, Without an exam, I can only give general information. Frankly with wear and tear, the opiates aren't all that great and aspirin like drugs are about equally effective and equally dangerous in different ways. Celebrex has some strength advantages but people vary a lot and Naproxen and ibuprofen and regular aspirin (... | |
Suggest treatment for runny nose and cough of a 15 month old
my son is 15 months old and suffering from very thin water like runny nose and cough, he coughs while sleeping and that wakes him up. last month he was given azithral so dont want to give him any more antibiotics.. i am giving him solvin cold drops but feel ... | Most often cough and cold in children is caused due to certain viral infections. They are generally associated with an allergic component which is responsible for the runny nose. Solvin contains Pseudoephedrine which is a decongestant. But instead, giving some antiallergic like Cetirizine syrup is likely to be more hel... | |
Should I undergo a Lithotripsy operation for kidney stone ?
I AM 32 YRS OLD /MALE,HEIGHT-5.6,WEIGHT-75KG HAVING STONE IN MY KIDNEY OF AROUND 1 CM IN THE RIGHT MID URETER AT L4 LEVEL AS PER CT UROGRPHY LAST REPORT ONE MONTH BACK .DOCTORS HERE SUGGESTED ME FOR LITHOSPY OPERATION .NOW WHAT TO DO .I WANT YOUR OPINION | hello welcome to hcm yes your doctor recommendation is gud as it depend upon the type of calculus ,that it can be dissolved by medicine or not if at all medicine cant help out we had to go for opertaion, take care payal | |
What causes bloated stomach and chest heaviness after the flu and COPD?
Have been recovering from a bout with the flu the past couple weeks...........accompanied by COPD. Yesterday and today my stomach is bloated and my solar plexus area is sore to the slightest touch......as well as an "uncomfortable" heaviness i... | Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. In my opinion you are having mostly GERD ( gastroesophageal reflux disease ). Uncontrolled GERD is the common cause for worsening of COPD. And chest heaviness with bloated stomach are the features of GERD more. But better to rule ... | |
Having heart problems, high BP, high cholesterol. Backpain due to degenerative disc disease. Can you please recommend a doctor in Oklahama?
Hi, My name is Denver I live in Altus Ok. I have a lot of medical problems that I have been seeing a Dr. for treatment for over 5 years & last week I had a appointment & he cance... | continue your anti hypertensive medication , lipid lowering agents , anlgesic medicines till u get appointment dont stop any medication if u stop symptom will get aggravted and worse | |
Suggest treatment for COPD with coughing phlegm
I suffer fro COPD. My Ige count is 599. I inhale one capsule of Indacetorol 300 in the morning followed by 2 puffs of Budecort 200 at 1100 am and again at 8:30 pm. I can also use Levolin as required, but to be restricted to once or twice a day. My breathing was reasonabl... | Yhanks for your question on HCM.In my opinion you should get done chest x ray first to rule out chest infection. As infections are the most common cause for COPD worsening. And you are having phlegm also, which favours infection.So better to start antibiotics also to supress infection.And formonide 400 is having steroi... | |
I have acne all over my chest, face, back and arms. I cannot remove my facial hair because my acne
hello doctor i am 20 years old female. i have acne all over my chest face back and arms. they are bumps.they are only visibile in light. i went to a dermatologist . she asked me to applu isotrex for 3 months and to take ... | hello doctor i am 20 years old female. i have acne all over my chest face back and arms. they are bumps.they are only visibile in light. i went to a dermatologist . she asked me to applu isotrex for 3 months and to take supramycin every day. i did that. it was very effective. but once i stopped after 3 months my acne s... | |
Bruise on spine. How could that happen? Posture related?
Hi,I am a healthy, active, non-smoking young adult and about a month ago I noticed a quarter sized bruise with very faint scraping on the surface near the base of my spine, just above the waist band. It is only now beginning to fade away and I was wondering if t... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The bruise near your spine might have happened due to a mild trauma that you might not have noticed. Since the bruise has gradually faded now, there is nothing to worry. A mils muscle sprain can also cause such a mild internal bleeding. I hope this information has been both informative ... | |
Why getting sharp pain in stomach while breathing and how to stop it?
My lower back hurts and everytime I breathe I get a sharp pain in my stomach , it has gotten to the point where it hurts to breathe and I can only take short breaths. I'm 16 years old and I've never experienced this before. What should I do to stop ... | HI. The most important part of the treatment is to find the basic cause/ reason for such a pain so that a correct guided treatment is possible.In your case this looks to be pleural inflammation and thus causing pain while breathing and making your breathing and abdomen pain-free.I would advise you to undergo a clinica... | |
Q. Will Methamphetamine interfere with the effect of local anesthesia?
Hello doctor, Does Methamphetamine interfere with local anesthesia? My friend was told she would not have to stop Adderall before surgery. I know that is not the same, but is there anything particularly dangerous about methamphetamine and local ane... | Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As such local anesthesia is safe and one can readily go through the procedure. It is recommended to avoid any sort of illicit substances during anesthesia. | |
How to treat left-sided body pain caused due to an injury?
Hi slipped down half a flight of stairs yesterday in wet weather condition and today feeling a lot of pain down my left side of body as this is the side which was landed on. I was unable to break my fall and instantly felt pain but not as much as today! What c... | you need to see Orthopaedic surgeon for evaluation. It appears like a radiating pain from the spinal cord. It could be a compression of a nerve or it could be a muscle tear. | |
Can Moxikind CV cause eye swelling?
after a tooth infection doctor prescribed Moxikind cv 625. After 3 doses I got severe swelling around both the eyes which has still not disappeared. Is that a side effect of this drug? My age is 65 yrs. Hieght is 179 cm and weight is 95 kg. I am otherwise in very good health. | Hi,Thanks for posting the query, I would like to ask what type of infection you where having and which is the involved tooth?Are you having bp problem ? have you discussed this with your Dentist?I would suggest you to get a re checkup done, stop the use of the medication for sometime, instead take tab oflox 200mg a... | |
What causes tickling feet in kids?
my son, will be 5 on 11/19/14, has been complaining that his feet tickle for about 5-6weeks now. there is no obvious physical abnormalities, no excessive sweating, no fungal growth on feet or skin anywhere, he uses a hairbrush now to scratch and rub them. it happens mostly at bedtime... | hi YOUR KIND IS HAVING GROWING PAINS WHICH COMMONLY HAPPENS IN THE NIGHT/ TAKING REST ,BUT DOESNT WHILE ACTIVE. | |
When should pregnancy be attempted after HCG injection and IUI?
Hi, I have PCOD problem.I took Menogaun injection 150 mg from day 3 to 6 and again after follicle study on 13th day again 2 injections. On 16th day i had 18mm follicle in my left ovary.i took HCG on 17th day and IUI on 18th day. And was told to have inter... | Hallow dear,I have understood your concern.Usually the follicle is mature to release healthy egg at 18 mm size. Inj. hCG was given to you when the follicle was 18 mm size. So it was well the timed.The egg is released usually within 24 hours of hCG injection. Hence, immediately on the next day, very rightly IUI was perf... | |
Q. Far sight has not improved post cataract. What can be done now?
Hello doctor, My Mother underwent a cataract procedure. After the procedure, we were informed that there was some complication while doing the procedure and they have to do another retina surgery. The same happened next day. It has been more than three... | Hello. Sometimes, complications happen in cataract surgery also. It is mentioned in the medical literature that there is zonular dialysis this makes a little tricky surgery. This makes lens weak and there are chances of particles of lens going back towards the retina. But this is completely treatable and I did it in ma... | |
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... | |
What does a painful lump in the armpit mean?
Hi. A little over a month ago i discovered a painful lump under my armpit. A couple weeks later found 3 more. It was spreading and extremely painful. Went to the hospital and they sliced me 4 times to drain the infection and was on anitbiotics for 10 days. They didnt say wh... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. My thoughts and suggestions are as below. Recurrent lumps in the armpit in spite of surgery indicates one of the following: Seborrhoeic Dermatitis. Hidradenitis suppurativa. Hence the management is as follows: Prevention is b... | |
Brown stuff between legs that smells. What is it ?
Sir/Mam There seem to be some kind of brown stuff on my crotch. I bathe daily and yet I get this brown stuff between my legs. Urm, its not viginal dischareg because I m a man. So what could it be ? It smells awful and I am getting worried if this is normal because I c... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your description. I suggest you not to worry much. Your symptom is very much common with almost every men who don't keep their hygiene or people who over sweat. Your problem is also from one of these. Keep your hygiene and make sure you clean the area with warm saline water... | |
Are there any side effects of taking Norethisterone during pregnancy?
Hi, I am now 20 weeks pregnant, my both scans were totally fine. By accident I came across Norethisterone use during pregnancy articles. I went on holiday when I was at that time about 4 weeks pregnant and I didnt know it. I was taking this to preve... | Hi there, I have understood your concern and I will suggest you the best possible treatment options. Please do not panic.Regestrone was taken by you well before the period of organ formation of the baby.So as such there will be no harmful effect on the baby.Organogenesis takes place 28 days after fertilization of egg, ... | |
What could be approximate cost for wisdom tooth extraction?
I am a transplant recipient and I need some dental work done. I am low on funds and am looking for a good cash price for extracting a widom tooth or if it is even able to be saved, which ever seems to be of a less const i have an option.What cost options woul... | Hello, Thanks for your query.The cost of wisdom tooth extraction depends on the experience of the dentist, the location of the dentist, the type of dental insurance you have, the extent of the procedure, and other factors. Wisdom tooth extraction can range in price from $150 to $350 per tooth. The cost range does not i... | |
Suggest treatment for itching rashes on body
Hello! I am seventeen years old and since about four-five weeks ago I have been getting rashes on my body. They are very small, pink/non coloured and they itch, especially at night. I have the itch all over my body but mainly between my thumb and index fingers, on my ribs (... | Hi, It seems to be scabies. I would recommend you to apply permethrin 5 percent lotion and take ivermectin tablet. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist | |
Q. Can you suggest a medicine for Loose Motion?
Hi doctor, I am suffering from loose motion since today morning. Can you suggest a medicine? | Hello. Loose motion usually spontaneously subsides within a day or two. Usually people who travel more frequetly will get affected easily and hence it is adviced for them to take ORS with them. Let's have ORS (oral rehydration salt) solution, and take a few sips for every few minutes. And after loose motion, wait for a... | |
I am suffering from asthma and a bad cough
I suffer asthma and I have cough most of the time I got diagnose with bronchitis and I got azithromycin tablets also silde pe-dem syrup , I been taking this for 3 days already and I don't feel any better, my cough is very very dry sometimes i feel my chest wheezing and i can'... | Well,Yesica, this called "vattaj kassa" in ayurveda.DO one thing-take haif cup of till oil in warm condition+2 tsps of salt,mix it well.Apply on ur chest at bed time.Also,2 tsps of agstiharitaki avaleham thrice a day. Get well soon. | |
What causes fever and abnormal behavior in a child?
My son is 19months old, has a fever of 102.6, runny nose and is tired. I realize that is not a very high fever for a toddler and that kids get sick, but his behavior is really worrying me. He is just laying on the floor with his stuffed sheep in a fetal position and ... | HIWell come to HCMFever to 19 months child may be viral infection and this is not specific for the child how to behave and neither this is concern, and even not to worry about this, and this would come around soon, if the condition does not improved then blood work would be necessary, hope this helps. | |
What could lymph nodes adenitis with mucous filled bowel movements suggest?
my daughter has been sick for 1 month she is 10 years old she had a ct scan which showered mesenteric lymph node adenitis. She has lost 21 pounds she is in constant pain she was seen by GI this past friday and they have set her up for colonos... | Hi.Thanks for your elucidate history. Young child of 10 years loosing so much weight and have Mesenteric Lymphadenitis ans symptoms of bowel movements with mucus and has to go after food is suggestive of Tuberculosis of the abdomen / or a Cancer like lymphoma.IT is good that she will be subjected to Colonoscopy that bi... | |
Suggest treatment for squamous cell carcinoma
I have been trying to locate pictures of Squamous Cell Carcinoma. I had a mole removed several years ago and when it came back I didn t think much of it. Then another Doctor saw it and gave me a possible diagnosis but needed to send me to a plastic surgeon to resect becaus... | there are microsurgical option available today for such kind of location...but Surgery is needed..consult some oncologist first | |
What causes pain in sternum after bypass surgery?
Hi, my father has pain in sternum after 1.5 year bypass surgery, then i have visted ortho surgen and he told me thAT there was problem to heal sternum and now he told me to go for surgery, but i am hesotate to go for surgery and confuse to go which doctor either cardia... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Wound gapping and delayed healing can be seen after bypass surgery. And this can cause pain especially in movements of chest. In my opinion, you should consult cardiac surgeon for this. He needs revision surgery with artificial bone graft. By... | |
Q. My son is suffering from corneal abrasion. Is there anything else to help him?
Hello doctor, My son is 12 years old. Today in school another student threw a gift card (credit card size) which got stuck in his eye. He immediately experienced some internal eye bleeding and diplopia. He saw the urgent care MD who put ... | Hello. I am very sorry to hear that your son is injured. But, rest assured that such things are quite common and corneal abrasions usually heal in about five to seven days without any further harm. I suggest that you continue with the Erythromycin ointment and make sure that your son does not go out in sunny, windy or ... | |
I noticed a lump in my neck, how to get rid of it ?
Hi My name is Melanie, Im a 20 year old female. and have lump on the left side of my neck rite next to my collar bone . I noticed it about 3 months ago, it is hard immovable and feels like there are other small round lumps around it. Sometimes it feels larger and I c... | Hi Melanie, You seem to have a good number of enlarged nodes. Though not always malignant, one should always get a biopsy, an x-ray of the chest and a scan done even if your blood tests are normal. There are a lot of infectious and other causes for enlarged nodes so I would not worry too much. | |
What should be a donor's blood group for A+ blood?
Hi, One of my relatives(Age -32) is on dialysis due to both kidney failure.Patient blood group is A+ what should be the donor's blood group ? If in the family members no one has the same blood group then can we get from outsider and what are the constaints/policy in I... | Hi,In blood donation, for specific blood group, specific blood group is used. In the present scenario, we require a A+ve donor. After specific cross matching, then donation is decided once it matches and there is no reaction during cross matching.If you can't find it in hospital blood bank, you can get it from any blo... | |
Q. My last tetanus shot was 20 years ago. Should I get one now?
Hello doctor, I will be traveling abroad in two and a half weeks for a 10-day visit. It has suddenly dawned on me that my last tetanus shot was 20 years ago.Online I have read I should have had a booster but four to six weeks before the trip. Should I get... | Hello. I understand all your concerns. Tetanus toxoid (TT) has a great role in preventing serious tetanus infection which could occur anywhere and anytime. Moreover, the TT is a weak toxoid with little adverse effects on our bodies. A booster dose is required for all the population every ten years. There is no contrain... | |
What are the prevention of hepatitis C?
Hi doc, I?m curious to know more about hepatitis c. What is hepatitis and hepatitis C? How can you get hepatitis C? How can I prevent passing on the virus to others? How is it treatment? Is there a vaccine for hepatitis C? | Hepatitis means inflammation of the liver. Several different viruses can infect the liver and cause hepatitis. One type of virus which causes hepatitis is called the hepatitis C virus. Hepatitis C is a blood-borne disease. The main source of infection is from blood from an infected person, using contaminated needles fr... | |
Q. Is pleurodesis compulsory for pleural effusion?
Hi doctor, The patient is a 52 years old female. 25 days ago, core biopsy of retroperitoneal lymph node non-Hodgkin's mature B cell lymphoma diffusely positive for CD10, CD20, BCL6 and BCL12. Bone marrow biopsy showed erythroid hyperplasia with focal micronormoblastic... | Hello. Thank you very much for being specific in what you want to ask. Revert back with the answers to the above questions to a medical oncologist online --> | |
Can it affect the shape of the jaws later in life if child has crumbling molars?
My son turned 8 last month. He has crumbling adult molars. The dentist has suggested these four molars should be removed; that further molars will come down & he can wear a brace. I have a referral to an orthodontist.I was asked what anti... | Hello:)Welcome to HCM.Discolored teeth is common with tetracycline antibiotics given in children.Excessive fluoride in drinking water can also cause stained teeth(make sure your drinking water has fluoride of 1 ppm )You need not panic as tetracycline will not cause any jaw discrepancy.He is so young and there is ample... | |
What is the treatment plan for CIS Bladder Cancer?
I have just been told I have CIS Bladder Cancer, And assured it is treatable, and starting tomorrow, a six week plan is laid out for me every Monday, with more to follow. Any idea how long this 6 weeks at a time will have to be, and how long in between each six week t... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.Treatment of bladder cancer depend on type stage and grade. treatment is different in low grade urothelial cancer and high grade urothelial cancer. In general radiotherapy is helpful in early stage of disease.Duration of treatment and dosage is de... | |
What could cause sneezing,eye itching,nasal discharge?
I am having continuous sneezing problem for last two days, other problems are eye itching, watery nasal discharge. I have taken Avildom but no joy. Pl suggests me the remedy. I am 32 years old lady ans stay in delhi. My emailid YYYY@YYYY | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicSneezing, itching of the eyes, watery discharge are all in keeping with an allergic reaction.Oral anti histamines would help to relieve your symptoms.These are available over the counter.In addition the use of topical steroid nasal sprays or topical allergy drops would help. You may... | |
What is the treatment for Escherichia coli infection?
I E colie infection persisting since last eleven months and not responding to oral antibiotics. There is no obstruction in urinary tract. To cover the physical weakness my doctor recommends anabolic steroids. Can it increase the strength of Bactria that is infectin... | Hi.I certanly would not suggest steroids for E. coli infection. Maybe first it should be expanded antibiogram of E. coli from urine. Then lots of tea, good hygiene and proper antibitics should help. Maybe you should consider intravenous antibiotics too.Reconsider all options. All the best. | |
Recurring abdominal pain, appendix, cysts removed. No relief with pain killers. How to get relief?
Hi i have had reoccuring abdominal pain for the past 2 years almost.I had my appendix removed in 2011 and also cysts removed in 2011.My appendix contained carcinogens and I was hospitalized for a long period of time in w... | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. No doubt , you mentioned that appendix removed along a cyst also removed. Still pain is there , also in the back, in pelvic area ( right side). Last summer there was bleeding ,but no diagnosis. In my opinion this history can't make any finding. Cyst was removed , but from... | |
Had surgery for herniated disc. Fatigue, muscle and joint pains. High ESR levels. Family history of lupus. Spinal infection?
Hi, I injured my back in Feb 09 (very large central herniation L4/L5 with sequestrated disc) which I then went on to have surgery for in Sept 09. From the very day I hurt my back I ve had proble... | MY FIRST ADVICE TO U IS DO NOT GET FRUSTRATED WITH ESR CONSIDERING UR STRONG FAMILY HISTORY OF AUTOIMMUNE DISORDERS, U BETTER TO HAVE VASCULITIC WORK UP DONE AND HAVE SECOND OPINION FROM ANOTHER RHEUMATOLOGIST | |
What could be the cause of failure in conception post trying for a year ?
Good eveningDoctor i am married one year is passed still i am not to get the pregnant ,before marriage my period was regular but after marriage it is completly changed my period is irregular . after i consult one doctor she prescribe the duphast... | hi, treatment of infertility is a continued process till you get the result both husband and wife need evaluation and treatment as required. minimal investigations required for female to see for ovulation and patency of tubes.and minimum for male to see for active motile perms within normal limit please be under treatm... |
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