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How can cough and chest congestion be treated?
Had chronic ticklish cough for weeks now from chest cold, tried all types of stuff, inclduingmusinex which helps some. ER just gave me Benzonatate gel pills for cought,3 times daily, i'vetaken up to 5 times daily, don't work. My ribs are so sore. Please help. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As you explain the history this kind of cough might be from allergies. Maybe inhalers might help more. Please discuss with your doctor. Regards. | |
What can be done for the rupturing of egg?
hi dr.i am 35 yrs old. iwant to baby last 3yrs but no concive .every test are normal my husband seemen normal .iast month my egg growth was 18.5 with inj.egg ruptur but after 14 days egg not ruptur. what i do for egg rupturing,my height is 145and my weight is 148. | Hi, I think you are a little bit overweight. So you may need high doses of injection to rupture the eggs. Discuss with your doctor. Try losing some weight. it will be of great help. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo | |
On what basis do doctors prescribe medicine for blood pressure?
I just started taking blood pressre medication. Considering all the different categories of meds and the meds in each category, how does a doctor determine which med to prescribe? In my case, an angiotensin antagonist (losartan potassium) was prescribed. Thank you. | hi, doctors take many criteria in to account for prescribing anti hypertensive medicine. they are age of the patient, other co morbid condition, like associated obesity, lipid level, prostate problems etc.also tolerability of patient, fluctuaion of blood pressure and level of blood pressure is also taken into account. on the basis of all these factors doctors prescribe medicine for blood pressure.thanks for using health care magic. | |
What causes intense pain in pubic area when suffering from peripheral neuropathy?
Hi, I m a 68 yrs. old female. 1st concern: I have intense pain on and off in the pubic area, sometimes somewhat relieved when I go to the Toilet. 2nd concern: I have much facial hair on my chin area and above top lip (mustache). Lost much hair (bald spots) on my scalp and hair lost in pubic region. I suffer from peripheral neuropathy due to five Lumbar and neck surgeries. Also have Hydrocephalus...I do have a Shunt. I appreciate your advise, thank you! Thea (pronounced Taya) | Hi, Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you.The intense pain is due to Stretching of Pudental Nerves. This can be treated with drugs like Amitriptiline, Gabapentin, PregabalinPlease consult your neurosurgeon at the earliest Hope you found the answer helpful.If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions. In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery Let me know if I can assist you further.Take care. | |
What is the treatment for itchiness in the penis?
My penis has been itching under the foreskin for the past week. I do not believe it is an STD because I have not been sexually active and I am confident that my hygiene is good. I have put hydrocortisone under the foreskin in an effort to relieve the itch. | Hello,The fungal balanitis also can be possible because itching present. So additionally apart from steroid you can use antifungal cream also to be applied over that. Wear loose, cotton undergarment. If no improvement than consult nearby dermatologist for detailed evaluation Hope I have answered your question Let me know if I can assist you further Regards | |
What causes bumps under the cast after foot surgery?
I had foot surgery about a week and a half ago and I ve had no problems with my cast until about two days ago when I went to my friends house. The cast goes from my foot to about mid calf. Little white bumps appeared under the cast about halfway down. The bumps have now spread just above my cast. And a few on my knee. What is it? Did a flea get in there? Or is it an infection? Reaction? | Hello, It's better to take a blood test to figure out any infection. Usually, it doesn't happen but it's still better to find out with the help of the blood test. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist | |
Done follicular study, prescribed Duphaston. Is it safe to take these tablets?
hi Mia , I am trying for pregnancy for last 4 months. Got my follicular study done and understand i am having normal cycle. i ovulated on day 16 with size 17mm approx. and doctor adviced for IC on same day after ovulation . Also, She asked me to go for tablets Duphaston from day 17 for 5-days and go for HPT on 6th day i.e Day23 of ovulation. Is it safe to have these tablets and do i really need it? Will it alter my cycle and i doubt it will be difficult to understand my next ovulation dates as with these tabs i might get mc early | Hi, you can safely take the Duphastan tablets, its given to support pregnancy if it occurs. These tablets need to be taken for 14 days & not 5 days. Regarding the need for tablets, if your cycle is regular, you hardly need any medicine (Tab Duphastan) for conception. | |
Suggest treatment for severe constipation for about two weeks in an infant
my 5 week old granddaughter has SEVERE constipation for About 2 weeks Now. Prune Juice is Not Working. The Only Relief she gets is when i hold her close and rock her- she sleeps like that for maybe couple hours. If i put her down she wakes crying within 5 minutes.. Help Please! | Hello, Conditions like worm infestation have to be ruled out. Simple laxatives like lactulose can be tried. Consult a pediatrician for an expert opinion. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Had unprotected sex while on birth control, took morning after pill also. Likelyness of pregnancy ?
Me and my girlfriend had unprotected sex, she started birth control acouple of days before. We only had intercourse for less than a min (didnt ejeculate) and she freaked out because she was worried the birth control wouldn t work yet, so the next afternoon I bought a morning after pill to just be safe. What s the likelyness of pregnancy? | Hello!Thanks for your query.Your girlfriend have no chances for pregnancy because: you didnt ejaculate she have used emergency pill on birth controllTake care of your self | |
What causes dizziness in a 13 year old?
Hi, Doctor! My name is Sydney and I am 13 years old. For the past month or so, I’ve been dangerously dizzy and I’m becoming worried. I’ve talked to my school nurse, teachers, and parents and still it isn’t better. I have contacts, but my prescription is fine; I had an appointment last week. Can you help me? | Hello,I can understand your concern. What you are suffering from might be vertigo. Vertigo is feeling dizziness especially while sleeping, turning head positions or posture. Vertigo can happen if you are suffering from middle ear infection or if you have temporomandibulat joint (TMJ) problem. This joint is near ear and it helps in opening and closing of jaws along with side to side movements. If you have ear pain or related symptoms, it might be due to infection in the ear. If you are having pain or clicking noise while chewing, it might be due to TMJ problem.I advise you to visit an ENT specialist for clinical examination of the ear for presence of infection. If the ENT negates any presence of infection, I would recommend you to consult an oral and maxillofacial surgeon for the examination of the TMJ and investigations.I hope this information helps you. Thank you for choosing HealthcareMagic. I wish you feel better soon.Best,Dr. Viraj Shah | |
Could pressure on chest and tiredness be due to exposure to heat?
my mother in law is feeling a lot of pressure on her chest and tiredness and feels weak. she was exposed to high temperatures over the weekend. are these symptoms of serious heat exhaustion? and should she seek treatment now? please advise. thank you. | thanks for asking your question yes, she should consult a physician who can examine her and may request for some investigations like ecg and other investigations if needed to evaluate the cause and reach to a certain diagnosis thanks | |
What causes squeezing pain in chest?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...i have been having a squeezing pain in my chest every few minutes and it has been going on fo a couple of weeks. it is not excruciating or anything like that but it is like a lighthouse light becon crossing the sky only it is a squeeze like crossing the middle of my chest. doesn't seem to have anything to do with my breathing, totally randomish like you were to take a ketchup packages and apply pressure accross the thing with the touch of say rubbing ones eye gently but certainly enough to notice its saying hello HELLO the something is wrong what the hell is this. I feel fine otherwise. PLEASE advise. I realize I am asking you to speculate and don't hold you responsible. Lisa | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. In my opinion, we should definitely rule out thanks for for your sudden onset chest problem.So consult cardiologist and get done blood pressure monitoring, ecg, 2d echo and stress test (trade mill test).If all these are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases. Sometimes muscular spasm can also give rise to similar symptoms. So take calcium and vitamin d 3 supplements. Apply warm water pad on affected areas of chest. Taken painkiller and muscle relaxant drugs like ibuprofen and thiocolchicoside for relief. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
How to cure tightness and sharp pain towards the sides of the ribs?
I crashed a 4wheeler a cple of years ago and I think I cracked or really bruised a cple of ribs on my right side. Never went to doctor. Ever since then I get a tightness in my side, it almost feels like a muscle is getting caught on my rib. It would only happen ever so often. But about a week and a half ago it started happening again in my side, but this time it won t go away and feels light a muscle in my side is twisted or like I said catching on my rib. There is no sharp pain or no other symtoms. It s just a weird feeling in my side and I got to move my right shoulder or body to make it be less distracting. | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. You had blunt chest trauma in the past. This can cause pleurisy (inflammation of pleura).And this can cause persistent chest pain, tightness, discomfort etc. So follow these steps for better symptomatic relief in pleurisy. 1. Avoid movements causing pain. 2. Avoid bad postures in sleep. 3. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. 4. Keep proper back and chest support while sitting. 5. Apply warm water pad on affected areas. 6. Take painkiller and anti inflammatory drugs. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these in 1-2 weeks. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
What causes continuous cough with a tendency to vomit?
My friends have all been sick lately.. They get a high fever and sleep a lot. My boyfriend can not stop coughing and its got to the point where he gags now. I'm worried. Maybe its nothing. But I have never seen anyone with the tendency to gag after they cough. | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.Vomiting due to coughing is seen with severe coughing.So we should definitely rule out lung infection and bronchitis in his case.So get done chest x ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).If all these are normal then no need to worry for major lung disease.Tell him to drink plenty of fluids orally. Do warm water gargles 5-6 times a day.Tale levocetrizine twice daily after some food.Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your boyfriend. Thanks. | |
Q. Is it fine to get married to a person with same blood group?
Hi doctor, I am going to get married after six months. My fiance is my dad's sister's son. Our blood groups are the same B+. Will there be any problem to the baby? If yes, then what is the solution? | Hi. The blood group will not be a problem but, there are chances of high consanguinity. Consanguineous marriages are associated with an increased risk for congenital malformations and autosomal recessive diseases, with some resultant increased postnatal mortality in the offspring of first cousin couples. | |
Is it possible to have kids after surgery for removing dermoid cyst in right ovary?
Hi recently I gone through sonography which I found I have Dermoid cyst in right ovary and doctor recommended to have surgery. Is there possibility to have kids after surgery. Or with out surgery can we try for kids..Is there any complications while trying kids without surgery. | Hi. Dermoid cyst must be present on one side only. When surgery will be done it will be cystectomy and removal of dermoid material, i.e.hair, teeth, sebacious material,etc.Ovary will be saved and can function normally. If you are not ready for surgery, then your ovulation study and status of egg formation and other things will be accessed for conception. Surgery is a better option.Thanks. | |
Does ipill have any side effects? I dint have sex but got physical with my bf but I was scared cause it was my first time so I ate an ipiil n it was my 5th day of my periods n now after 4 - 5 days I saw sporting can u please help?can u pls suggest me what to do? Is it going to affect my future?? | hello dear.understand your concern.yes , like other contraceptives i pill have also some side effects like infertility & failure of pregnancy in future (if used more numbers or frequently),spotting,soreness of breast,headache,nausea,GI upset,cramps & pain....and if you do unprotected sex in your menstruation time ,you no need to take i pill,its totally safe.i advised ,use condoms,diaphragm,BC pills, patches instead of i pill.hope this will guide youbest regards,stay safe.Dr.sagar | |
Can Marijuana be used after an aortic mechanical valve replacement?
My son had a aortic mechanical valve replacement and wants to know if he can smoke vaporizer or use Marijuana edibles? Which is safer if at all ? His surgery was Just on 5/11/18... I have read several different answers and just want to get a definitive answer. thank you CK | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. NO. The answer is no and it’s beyond any doubts. All these are psychotropic substances which can provoke malignant and life threatening arrhythmia and should strictly be avoided in any case. These substances also alters the affect of cardiac medications and should not be used. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Is it possible to get tuberculosis without been contact with anyone having this disease?
Hello I have a question regarding Tuberculosis. I have been coughing for more than 3 weeks and at one point displayed most of the symptoms for it but have not been in contact with anyone with this disease. Is it possible to get this disease if it is not spread person to person? | Hello,Welcome to HCM,Tuberculosis is a communicable disease which can be transmitted from one person to other by droplet infection, droplet nuclei and by direct implantation.The TB bacilli can be present in the throat after exposure to case of TB and can remain dormant for many years, when your immunity comes down these bacilli will activate and produces the symptoms.Without exposure to the bacilli, it cannot gain entry into the body it requires some mode of transmission to reach the susceptible.If you are having cough for more than three weeks subject your sputum for sputum smear examination to confirm diagnosis of TB.Thank you. | |
Pain in abdomen, swelling. Had gall bladder removed. Have Mucha Habermanns disease. Whom to go for help?
Hello; I have had pain in my upper left side for over 10 years now. Sometimes it is very painful sharp stabbing pains and I can tell it is swollen, other times like a hot knife and pain will go into my shoulder intermittently. I have seen several Doctors for this and had heart checked out etc. Gall Bladder removed, all have done nothing to help. The only time I felt relief was when I had my sub mandibular gland and 2 nodes removed, I just about danced out of hospital the pain was gone and I could tell that had an impact on this pain. Now however, it is coming back. I should mention that I have Mucha Habermanns Disease, I was sent to Virginia Mason Hospital and the test came back with this they put me on MTX but I quit taking this after about 6 mts. because of side effects it was giving me. Can you figure this out so I know whio to go to for help? | pain in left upper abdomen of sharp stabbing nature continuing for 10 year and radiating to shoulder calls for multiple differential diagnosis. you have already visited cardio to rule out any heart problem . you mentioned that your gall bladder was removed., but what was the reason.your sub mandibular glands with lymph nodes were removed and you were put on MTX.i would suggest you to go for a CT SCAN of abdomen to visualize retroperitoneal structures especilly pancreas, also to rule out any sub phrenic pathology. | |
Is iron infusion safe while having high white cell count in the urine?
I m a gastric bypass patient from 1995. Absorption of iron is a problem and I have low counts. My doctor is going to have me go in for a 1 hour iron infusion to last 6 months. I have high white cell count in my urine. I am anemic. I also have memory fog and I fatigue easily.. I m 68 and otherwise in good health. Any comments? Judy | Hey Judy,As far as White Blood Cells in urine are concerned it means you are having active urinary tract infection.And iron replacement therapy is not recommended during an ongoing infection.So I would suggest you to take a break in your routine iron replacement therapies.Regards | |
Suggest remedy for arm pain caused by jumping
Hi! My four year old daughter broke her arm jumping on the trampoline on Tuesday evening. It was confirmed that she broke her left arm (proximal ulna) and a full cast was placed on her arm yesterday. She is still crying and complaining that her arm hurts and that her cast hurts in the forearm/wrist area. Is this normal or does it sound like the cast may be too tight? | Hello,A little bit of pain may persist even if the cast is applied. You should give Ibuprofen syrup 15 milligrams per kg to two children three times a day for two days. Repeat x-rays should be done to see whether the cast is applied perfectly or not continue giving ibuprofen and get your child examined by orthopedician doctor.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Deepak Patel | |
Treatment, preventive measure for Australia antigen
What is the treatment and preventive measure for Australia antigen ? Dear doctor, god bless you and live long life to serve the humanity. sir here my concern question about the exact treatment and risk factor and how to avoid the australia antigen . Please do suggest and guide us. Thanks a lot, looking forward to hear you. regards. | Hello there! As they say prevention is better than cure. First of all the best thing to do is to prevent the infection of Australia antigen which is a particle of Hepatitis B virus detected in the blood of an infected person. Hepatitis is transmitted via blood or blood products,body fluids and from mother to child. Infection can be prevented by taking Hepatiis vaccination which is freely available. A person infected with Hepattis B and australia antigen positive may not be symptomatic and and aggresive treatment is not required except for having a healthy lifestyle. If symptomatic then treatment is accorded as per the symptoms and immunoglobulins are also used. If you are not vaccinated by now then get your blood HbsAg test done and if negative then get vaccinated at your earliest to prevent the risk of getting infected. Take care! | |
What causes lump on the head?
Hi Doc, Am 34 yr woman recently found while combing that there is a small ball like (lump) on the right side of my head (exactly on top right edge), begining i never felt it but now while i press it, it gives a soft pain...can anyone please help me to know what exacatly it is? | Hi,Dear ,Good Evening.Thanks for you query to HCM.This is Dr.Savaskar from India helping you out of your health query. I studied your query in-depth and understood your health concerns.In My opinion the your head lumps-is caused-as follows--You have infected scalp follicle with boil formation,which is felt lately by you -as it has grown over the right of the head-scalp on top right edge.Treatment - By your family doctor with antibiotics / anti-inflammatory for 3-5 days time would reduce and resolve it completely.Else a ER surgeon would advise proper surgical-drainage of the grown up boil.-Hope this would help you to plan treatment with your ER Surgeon and other TEAM doctors.-Wellcome for further queries for this issue to HCM.Wishing a fast recovery for you.Have a Good day.RegardsDr.Savaskar M.N.M.S.Genl-CVTSSuper -Specialist in Non-Curable Chronic Diseases(NCCD)and Expert in therapy for-Cancer/Asthma/Psoriasis / Autoimmune disorders/Rejuvenation protocols for tissue and organ failures- etc. | |
Is it OK to take vitamin e capsule for acne ?
hello doctor , i am 19 year old female suffering from acne problem..i have recently started with a daily intake of 400mg vitamin e capsule(evion), 1 bicasule capsule and one limcee...is it okay? | Acne problem is due to oily skin or dandruff in hair , frequently wash your face with any soap or acnelak soap , neem soap , apply clindamycin cream locally , evion and vitamin C are for general health not for acne , there is no harm in taking them. | |
Itching in between toes, abnormal bowel movements, heavy periods, bruise on arm, nausea. History of ewing saracoma. Advise?
Hello i used to have ewing saracoma, i survived:D.(kicked cancers Ass!) i had radiotherapy done and had chemo about three times. My right leg did not grow ever since i was ten (im 17 now) due to radiotherapy. lately i've been experiencing a lot of symptoms that i feel like my body is trying to tell me something. In my right foot i usualy get itchy around my toes area especially in between my toes, also i've been a bit stressed lately and i find my self farting a lot, my bowl movement isnt very normal, rather its abnormal, i experince different bowel movements every time i go to the toilet, from green, brown to white round stools, i get my period heavier now and a bout a week ago i found a mysterious bruise on my arm and then a experienced a nother one in a different place. Sometimes i feel very nauseous and tired. I have become very lazy and love to sleep. About 5 month ago my right foot (where cancer was) got all swollen and doctors couldnt find out why. After 2 rounds of antibiotics the swelling went away, verrrryyyy slowly. | Hello; Congratulations for becoming a cancer survivor. Regarding your bowel symptoms ,it is very difficult to relate them to your cancer or the treatment. They are non specific and can be due to so many different non-ancerous causes. Being more tired is common after undergoing radiotherapy and chemotherapy. It usually subside on its own and there is no specific treatment. In the foot where you got radiation treatment ,the lymphatic drainage is altered.So you are likely to get lymphatic swelling called lymphedema.That leg is also more prone to get infection due to it.Probably you had some infection in the leg which got better with antibiotic. Regards | |
Suggest treatment for stomach ache and sore throat
My daughter has not felt well for 2 days. She has had a stomach ache and now is complaining of a soar throat. She is tired and looks pael. I looked into her throat and she has small red lines on her tonsils and is complaining of a sore neck. She does have a slight runny nose. | Hi DearWelcome to the HCM,Probaly child is suffering with throat infection either phyringitis or tonsillitis.Paracetamol@ 15 mg /kg 4 to 6 hourly.Antihitaminics decongestant to be given 8 hourly basis.Relevant Antibiotic with consultation of your pediatrician is necessary.Some antacid like digene gel for the relief of gastritis pain to be considered.Hope the query is answered. Thanks | |
Is it safe to have kidney transplant while diagnosed with lupus?
My sister has this lupus ??? blood disorder .She has lost her right kidney and on dialysis with 1/4 of her left kidney .She has had several ports and they have to keep moving it due to blood clots . They put a fistula in her arm its not mature yet so till then she keeps suffering from all these foreign objects in her. now the big Question I have is can she have a kidney transplant with this blood disorder . some doctors are saying the surgery might kill her but then not having her kidneys will too /! Help ??? | Hi,It is really painful to know the situation of your sister.As you have mentioned your sister has Lupus and there is renal problem which require dialysis ie end stage renal disease.First we should know what is lupus-It is not just a blood disorder.It is a multi system disorder described as autoimmune / connective tissue disorder.There is involvement of multiple organs in the body (can involve any organ) but most commonly involved organs are kidneys, skin, joints, lungs, blood cell formation (leading to low hemoglobin, bleeding problem, susceptibility to recurrent infections).In end stage lupus nephritis Renal transplantation is very well acceptable treatment with low chances of recurrence in grafted kidney.But for doing renal transplantation many issues come in to picture like-1) Availability of compatible doner.2) Surgery is a major surgery which has its own complication and chances of death.3) Debilitated general condition of patient due to lupus multiple organ involvement. So it is better to consult nephrologist and rheumatologist and make decision of renal transplant. | |
Suggest remedy for lumps & oily eyelids
Yes, just recently I had a very small sty, so I thought, on my lower eye lid. it went away without any problem. I woke-up this morning and felt a lump under my lower eyelid on the inside, Kind of where my tear ducts are. It doesn t hurt and is about the size of a watermelon seed. I have been known to have very oily eyelids. | Hi,From history it seems that you might be having infected stye or some infection in the duct carrying tears.Put some antibiotic eye drops 3-4 times a day for few days.It will be cleared within 2-3 days.Ok and take care. | |
What is the treatment of bumps on chest ?
I got up this morning and had a patch of tiny red bumps on my chest and they itch what can it be it seems to be getting a little worse some people say there spider bits and some say it s ring worm so I got some anti fungi cream and put it on the patch and it seem to ge worse | Hello!Thank you for the query.Its really hard to give precise answer not being able to see it. It can be fungal infection, allergy or even viral infection. All lesions can act in the same way, however, viral infection can be painful.The best you can do, is to consult dermatologist. He should prescribe proper treatment.Hope this will help.Regards. | |
What causes pain from lower back to groin?
Hi my father was telling me that he was experiencing lower right back pain along with some dry heaving and that the pain went down his right groin then he was taking a nap for like two hours and he woke up and felt completely fine just want to know if there something going on with him because it concern me. thank you | Hello, I understand your concern. Pain radiating from the loin to the groin is suggestive of a renal colic. It can be due to a stone, clot or an infection. If it is persistent or recurring, I think he should have a urine examination and an ultra sound examination to know the cause. I am available if you have further questions. | |
What is the treatment of rashes in 3 year old baby ?
hi doc please help me with the following symptoms. a 3 yr old child sero positive on duovir N baby with history of itchy rashes associated wiyh whitish vaginal discharge for more than amonth now, diarrhoea 2days, generalised body rash especially arround the ears and nose, but after 1 hour started vomiting temp 37.1 | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic. Skin conditions are best diagnosed only after seeing directly. I suggest you to upload photographs of the same on this website, so that I can guide you scientifically. Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed)., | |
Suggest medication for cough during pregnancy?
Hi, I am 35 week pregnant and have very bad cough even i can not sleep and unable to lying on bed. My doctor has given me antibiotic for 5 days course but still dont relief. I have also concern with chest specialist and all is clear but have cough. Kindly advice me for further. | Hello, and I hope I can help you today.It is good that you sought care from a chest specialist and took antibiotics. That means your cough is not due to anything dangerous, like TB or pneumonia.So two possibilities remain, either that you just have a chest cold (virus), or the antibiotics you were taking for 5 days was not long enough. If you are coughing up mucus that is yellow or green, you may need a longer course of antibiotics.I would discuss whether or not you need more antibiotics with your doctor, but some medicines you can buy that can help your cough are available over- the counter. Cough drops are all safe while pregnant. Dextromethorphan is the active ingredient in cough suppressants. You can safely take cough syrup containing this ingredient in short-term use. This medicine is frequently combined with others like Guaifenasin, which are also safe.Also it is important to stay away from smoke and dust, and to drink lots of hot liquids.I hope this information was helpful and that you feel better soon.Best wishes, Dr. Brown | |
How to get back the normal level of SGOT and SGPT ? I was taking antibiotics for chicken pox
Dear Dr. I am a 31 yrs old male.Last week i went for a medical check up and my SGOT is 78 and SGPT is 102.I was taking antibiotics for chicken pox one month back.Could you please help me how can i bring down them to normal level?or whether i need to go for an ultra scan?Thank u very much... | unless the spot and spgt are 3 times the normal range you have nthing to worry about including hepatitis. Kindly keep a check on yellowish discolouration of skin and urine. Get yourself tested for hepatitis B. | |
What causes low concentration when on antidepressents?
Dr. my son took antidepressents for 12 months almost on the advice of doctor.He was cured well.After some time OCD problem relapsed. At the moment he is taking clomivon-25 &Fluvo-50. But thougts are still haunting reducing concentration in study. Age of sun 24 yrs. Please suggest right remedy. Thanks.R.P Singh Sikar (raj.) | HiThanks for healthcare magicIn OCD, we use anti-obsessional drugs like fluoxetine, fluvoxamine or clomipramine. Usually we start with one drug at a time and gradually increases the dose. In your son case, both drugs at minimum dose, better to increased one to higher level and then start another. I would suggest increase dose of fluvoxamine 50 to 300 mg gradually according to symptoms and then add clomipramine. Rest, you can discuss with psychiatrist.Thanks | |
Does doxy 1 cause side effects ?
hello doctor , 'm 20 years old, height 5'1'' & weight 40kg. i have been using doxy 1 l dr forte capsules for acne as suggested by my doctor. but, i think i got side effect of it b'coz my face became red n itchy. is it so? or its a common effect? if yes, what i have to do? please help.... hello doctor, m 20 years old, height 5 1 & weight 40kg. i have been using doxy 1 l dr forte capsules for acne as suggested by my doctor. but, i think i got side effect of it b coz my face became red n itchy. is it so? or its a common effect? if yes, what i have to do? please help.... | Welcome to Healthcare Magic Yes, You are right. This drug is known to cause itching, skin rash and sunlight sensitive rash and lesions on the face and hands. Better to discontinue the drug and consult Doctor for different drug. As of now avoid going into sunlight. Take Cetrizine or any other over the counter antihistamines for relief now. Apply Lactocalamine lotion to affected area on skin. Drink plenty of water. | |
Suggest treatment for chest infection
Hi, I have been battling a cold for about a week now. Within the last 3 or 4 days, I've developed a wet cough where my chest and throat feel like they're on fire and sometimes yellowish mucus comes up. It never comes up when I blow my nose, only when I cough hard. Please help! Thank you | thanks for your questionin my opinion you are suffering from bacterial upper/ lower resp tract infectionyou need to visit a Pulmonologist , who may request for a chest X-ray and a sputum culture and sensitivity and accordingly the most suitable and effective medicines can be startedin my patients I usually start them on broad spectrum cephalosporins and clavulinic acid along with some decongestants steam inhalation will help a lot of done thrice a day thanksfeel free to ask more questions | |
Could severe pain in abdomen be due to cancer in pancreas?
hi doctor , please , i`d like to ask about my mother , from 2 months exactly , discoverd a sugery , then the doctor give her medecin for the sugery, after took the medecin , not feel good exactly after 2 weeks with the medecin , then after another 2 weeks , feel big paining in her stamuc ( left - right - up ) the doctor ask her to make x-ray , then , after CT scan , the doctor told her she have a cancer in pencreas , and may reah to liver , but , the Liver Function paper is good as the dotor check and told , please doctor , tell me the right case for mother , i have now the CT scan , and the report , if you need to read it i can send it throw few sec. | Hello, I hope you are well, unfortunately most cases of pancreatic cancer the diagnosis is made late because it does not present symptoms in an initial way, presenting in advanced cases signs and symptoms such as weight loss, jaundice or attack on the state General, being the therapeutic options of palliative type seeking to improve the quality of life of the patients. | |
Can taking antibiotics reduce the affect of depo shot?
I have a question. I'm on the birth control shot, Depo, February 25th will be my third shot. I just recently been put on an antibiotic, "Doxycycline" for a UTI. 500mg, twice a day. Question is, is it possible that antibiotics lesson the affect of Depo? I know they do with the pill, just not sure about the shot. I was told yes, did research and was told no, and called the ER since my OB isn't open, & they said its possible. & What are the chances of getting pregnant while on depo and taking antibiotics? So, does anyone have any information about my questions? | Hello!Thanks for your query.There are no known drug interactions between doxycycline and depo provera.If you are on injections for birth control,there is no reason why you can not take Doxycycline. Take care of your self | |
Suggest treatment for human papillomavirus
Hi I m a 27 year old female with history of hpv leading to surgery. I ve been ok for 3years now .. recently I ve been experiencing some sharp pain when I sneeze in my abdominopelvic area, the are where mental cramps are often felt .. mainly the right side. Do you think this has anything to do with my history or may it be a cyst or maybe its nothing? | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.No, this pain has nothing to do with the HPV infection.The reason for such a vague pain are so many and it requires proper examination to diagnose it.I suggest you to do USG abdomen that can help you diagnose the condition. Once the diagnosis is confirm we can decide the path of action.I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.Thank you,Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist,HCM. | |
Which mental hospital in India is there which will admit a patient without any guardian with them ?
Mental Hospital in India which will take patient without any family. Hi I am looking for a Mental Hospital in India which will take a patient without having any family staying with the patient. The Patient is very ill with chronic schizophrenia in his mid 30s. He does not have any family and I am a distant cousin. I have looked around but I have not been able to find any institute in India which will take this kind of patient without family members staying with him. Please do let me know at your earliest convenience as he is very ill and needs immediate medical attention. | Dear, Each state has some hospitals for mental health. They admit the patients alone withother relative. You need to aproach the hospital and consult the psychiatrist over there. Meanwhile you can consult near by psychiatrist and start some medication for relief. | |
What does increased interstitial markings on chest X-ray suggest?
I just had my chest x rayed PA and lateral views. FINDINGS: LUNG FIELDS: No focal findings. Mild increased interstitial markings, likely chronic. Mild hyperaeration. Could you please explain what this means. Is it serious? I do have a cough and white mucus comes up. I have allergies (mold spores, grass, running nose) | Hello Your report suggests mildly increased interstitial markings.It may be due to COPD,asthma,infection,inflammation etc.Mild hyperaeration is related to mild air trapping.It is also important to rule out infective etiology since you have symptoms.You may require antibiotics after clinical assessment.You also need further tests like routine hemogram.Avoid smoking if you are smoker.Inhalational bronchodilators or steroids may be needed after clinical assessment.Hope i have answered your query.Take CareDr.Indu Bhushan | |
What does this HSG test result indicate?
hsg shows The uterine cavity is normal in size and shape with longitudinal persistant filling defects likely due to endometrial hyperplasia Both fallopian tubes are of normal caliber and appear patent display immediate peritoneal spill more on the left side. Delayed film reveals loculation of contrast in pelvic cavity giving the impression of peritoneal adhesions Picture is suggestive of peritoneal adhesions and endometrial hyperplasia what does it mean? | Hello and Welcome to 'Ask As Doctor' service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Thickened endometrial lining can be due to hormonal effect. Pelvic adhesions usually suggest the possibility of infection. Patency of both tubes suggest that fallopian tubes are normal. For infection, better to take treatment with antibiotics. Regarding endometrial thickness, better to go for endometrial biopsy once to find out the exact cause. After getting the report you can plan further treatment according to your gynecologist. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist your further. | |
What causes red blotches on penis and scrotum?
my 8 year old son has red blotches on his penis and scrotum.some have popped up in the last couple hours,he is currently taking augmenton for another infection.he has 2 spots on his stomach also.could this be chicken pox or an allergic reaction to the augmenton? | Hello, It could be an allergic eruption. As a first line management, you can take antihistamines like Cetirizine for symptomatic relief. You can also apply topical antibiotics and steroid creams also. If symptoms persist better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Can i use hair growth serums to regrow my hair?
i am a 30 year old female anaesthesiologist...i had bouts of hair fall during stress in medical exams ..now i dont have much hairfall problem but middle of my scalp is almost...i tried mintop 2 % BD for 6 mnths but no results...what do i do for new hair growth apart from invasive and costly treatments like acupuncture and stem cell therapy...will ozone treatment help? what about hair growth serums ? please counsel ... | Hello doc,Thanks for query.Stress induced hairfall is called as telogen effluvium and it is a self repairable condition which takes 4-6 months once the stress is over...Minoxidil(mintop) is only time tested and FDA approved drug for the hairfall,,but it has slow onset of action and takes 6-12 months for full effect and thats too if applied on a dialy basis..Serums rich in peptides can be tried but there penetration into the scalp is a issue also they are not approved mode of treatment,,you can give a try for 3-6 months...I advice you to continue with the mintop lotion and look if there is any other reason for your hairfallGet your thyroid profile and haemoglobin done which if derranged may lead to hair lossTake a good diet rich in protein and all vitamins and minerals if thats not possible due to the hectic schedule take a good hairvitamin like follihair or VB7 cap once daily after food..hope this would help,,,,thanks. | |
How to treat the infection on penis extra skin when using condom?
I m facing a big problem of skin infection since 2010. actually my penis extra skin have some kind of skin infection it can be a fungal or viral. I don t know what its exactly. I have taken a lot treatment for this but still no luck. it apear and disapear in fix interval. i notice one thing when i used condom or do sex with my wife then my penis extra skin get deep red and i feel some burning over it. And i have to use antifungal or bactirial tubes. me & my wife both are going to a doctor for the same but still having a same problem. I want to fix this infection.I heared with some one that with bioscopy it can caught and fixed. Please tell me the treatment and bioscopy test cost. | Hi,You might be suffering from candidal balanoposthitis, if that is the case then you can use Clotrimazole close and twice daily upon prescription from my registered medical practitioner. Hope it helps. If you have any other question please do not hesitate to contact us.Regards,Dr. Atishay Bukharia | |
What causes high blood pressure while suffering from diabetes?
My wife is diabetic, has high blood pressure and high cholesterol as well as generalized anxiety disorder. She had stopped taking all her medications and her anxiety level increased. She is back on her medications. This morning she was very dizzy and fell down a few times. I did not give her the prescribed medication for blood pressure this morning...Co-candestran HTC 16/12.5mg. I was able to get hold of a instrument to measure blood pressure. I just checked her pressure and it was 104 over 69. The question is...should I give her the pressure medication if her pressure is under 120 over 80? Is it possible that her dizziness in the morning was caused by low blood pressure? Thank you for your kind response. Sorry, I tried to proceed and found out that advise required payment. I am in Toronto Canada and we have free medical consultation paid by OHIP...Thank you all the same | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicIt is possible that her dizziness is related to her blood pressure readings especially if her reading is normally higher than this.You may want to withhold the medication for now and consult her doctor. She may need a trial off or with reduced medication to see what her readings are like.I hope this helps | |
Suggest treatment for infection in the gum
I am 29 years old, I broke my teeth through an accident 18 yrs ago and have since intermittently felt a build up of pus in my upper gum above my two front teeth. Since, I have not replaced the teeth since the accident, i am just wondering if I made a terrible mistake because the area in my outer upper gum is very tender and hurts so bad at certain times of the year. I hope sb can give me some useful advice. | Thanks for your query, i have gone through your query.The tenderness or pain over the gums and pus formation is because of the tooth infection secondary to trauma. Following trauma tooth has lost its life and become non vital resulting in periapical abscess formation.Consult a oral physician and get it evaluated.you need to get a radiograph to rule out whether it is abscess or cyst.If it is abscess then the tooth can be treated with RCT only. If it is a cyst then, along with RCT enucleation has to be done.I hope my answer will help you, take care. | |
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...Since giving birth to my last child, I have noticed blood on my tissue from the anal area, during my period only. Could there be a tear between my vagina and my anal canal? | Hi, I have gone through your question, and I think I I have understood your concern. I will suggest you the best possible treatment options. Please do not worry. If you have undergone vagina delivery with perineal tear, or if your episiotomy wound had healing problem , then you may have a old healed perineal tear .Please get it correctly diagnosed from expert gynec doctor. Till that time, I will suggest you to use Lactacyd vaginal wash. Take Seitz bath. Keep private parts clean and dry. I hope this answer helps you. Thanks Dr Purushottam Neurgaonkar | |
Q. Is it safe to give measles vaccine when my child has chickenpox already?
Hello doctor, My baby is 9 months old. His measles vaccine is pending and he got chickenpox just 10 days before. Is it safe to give measles vaccine today? | Hello. Chickenpox and measles are similar kind of diseases, categorized as viral infections with a rash. In such a scenario, it is better to give measles vaccine one month after full recovery from chickenpox. It is not a problem to give measles vaccine after a month. Until then see that your child is not exposed in public places, or other kids with infection do not come near him. Nowadays, the vaccination schedule has changed to MMR, instead of measles vaccine at 9 months. | |
Where can I get cheap treatment for cancer ?
hello sir my uncle suffered cancer and he is very poor what can i do hello sir, my BROTHER suffered neck cancer and he s referred JAWAHAR NEHRU CANCER HOSPITAL. BHOPAL M.P. MY FAMILY IS VERY POOR , SO I DON T UNDERSTAND WHAT SHOULD I DO. HELP ME. IF U CAN PLEASE SIR ITS URGENT Thanks, RAABINDRA SAXENA | Hi,Rabbindraji, Thanks foe query, Government hospital will give you free or with nominal charge treatment. These hospital have latest technology to treat. Take him there and get the treatment. ok and bye. | |
What causes high blood pressure and is it harmful?
my blood pressure has been steadily between 155 over 90 to more recently 146 over 101 . I am 29 years old and fairly active , 5ft 11in aprox 195lb athletic build not obese , how concerned should i be ? My family says that it is bad but i feel fine . | Hello and thank you for using HCM.I carefully read you question and I understand your concern.I will try to explain you something and give you my opinion.We talk about hypertension if we have mean values that exceeds 140/90 mmHg. Hypertension is divided in two groups, essential hypertension without identifiable cause and secondary hypertension, meaning that is a secondary cause of it.Secondary hypertension is the main cause in young age hypertension. It might have different reasons like problems with renal arteries, adrenal gland problems or other cardiovascular disease as aortic contraction.Values above 140/90 mmHg might be normal in young ages in a physical or emotional stress but not in steady states. High blood pressure might not give any complain, but it slowly modify the heart if it stay untreated.If you have evaluated several high values in a steady state that i thing it is reasonable to make some examinations.If i was you treating doctor i will recommend a cardiac echo, a blood pressure monitoring for 24 h , a full blood chek up analyze, your urinary cathecolamins, an abdominal echo.After these we can judge what other things to do and how to menage this situation.Hope I was helpful. Best regards. | |
What is causing bruising with swelling on penis in lower abdomen?
My son has unexplained bruising with slight swelling slightly above and to the right of his penis in his lower abdomen. It is tender at the far upper portion of the bruise if touched. He has crohn's and has been told he has kidney stones. What could be causing this bruising? Should he see a doctor? | Hello,As per your history, I think cause for bruising with swelling is any trauma or injury to that part as this part is tender also. Other causes are forceful intercourse or masturbation.I will suggest you to review here with detailed history or consult with surgeon. Also, now you can apply Thrombophob ointment locally and take tablet Dolo.If these are not the causes, then I will suggest you to do ultrasound of involved parts and consult with surgeon.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Suggest medications for pain management
Im trying to find a pain mgnt. doctor. I have fibro,bulging disc, shermans ,frature disc ,degeneative disc and cartalidge. phoreatic arthritis.chronic neck entire back and leg pain. My pcp had me on 10 mg 4 times a day of vicoine. It was not working so I was taking more. He thought i was abusing the me a took me off of it now ever doc. I go to its in my records that he says I was abusing the med. I think the problem is I need a stronger me so I dont have to take so much and run out everymonth. what do I do? | hi,thank you for providing the brief history of you.A thorough clinical examination is advised.as by understanding your history I feel you need physical therapy which will include therapeutic ultrasound therapy and TENS therapy for pain relief. also exercises are must to regain the muscle strength and avoid compression on the nerve roots.In my clinical practice such cases are referred to physical therapy and they respond well.Regards Jay Indravadan Patel | |
What could cause pain and disorientation in left chest?
Hello. I have had a question about this for quite a while now. I've had this condition since I was younger but up until about my sixteenth birthday nobody had noticed it but me. My chest, at least the left side, is drastically more pushed out by the bone than then other side. every now and again it hurts but nothing so extreme that I cannot move or function. Is this dangerous? And is there a procedure that can have this removed or taken care of? | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, you are having spinal deformity which is giving appearance of big left sided chest pain. This kind of deformity can cause musculoskeletal pain. So better to consult orthopedic doctor and get done clinical examination of rib cage and spine. You will also need MRI of rib cage and spine. If this is suggestive of deformity then you will need surgical procedure to correct it. But if it is normal then nothing is needed. Apply warm water pad on affected areas and take painkiller like ibuprofen. Don't worry, you will be alright, consult orthopedic doctor and discuss all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Suggest medication for blackish lump noticed near the rib area
My son has got a red lump suddenly near his rib area (we noticed after returning from shop) and it changed to greenish color after 2 hrs or so. He is not feeling any pain but that lump is somewhat blackish now. We thought it may be due to injury while playing in shop but others feel it may be due to someother reason also. My son is 3&1/2 years with good medical history. | Hi,Thanks for the query to HCM.-I studied your query in depth and understood your concerns.-Cause of the lump in rib are--In your case it is due to the -insect bite with bruise.Treatment--Diclofenac gel locally x 5 days-Plz keep a watch for 1 wk more.It would go on its own.Hope this would resolve your query.Wellcome further for any query in this regard.Wishing fast recovery.Write a good review ASAP.Have a Good Day. | |
What causes open weeping sores in the genital area?
I went to a GUM clinic a few weeks ago to have a full sexual health check up. I was showing symptoms of the Herpes virus around my genital area. It started off as one small open sore, and it has since spread to my whole genital area, and slightly down my thigh too. I have had these symptoms for nearly a month now, and they don't appear to be healing; they have remained as open weeping sores all over. I was prescribed anti-viral medication on the day of my tests. However, I got the results back yesterday, and they said that the Herpes virus was negative, and that Chlamydia was positive. The symptoms I am experiencing are causing me incredible pain and discomfort. If it isn't Herpes, then what could it be? | Hi, It may be lymphogranuloma venereum caused by Chlamydia trachomatis. It is a sexually transmitted disease. It is good that after investigations,you could know that culprit is chlamydia. It is a treatable disease. So there is no need to worry. Cap Doxycycline twice a day for 21 days is the perfect treatment for this disease. Symptomatic treatment for pain with analgesic may be recommended. Now onward, avoid unprotected sex. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Ilyas Patel, Dermatologist | |
How to treat seizure?
Hello, I recently had a seizure, the cause of which was not determined from a CT scan. I have been working long shifts in a cafe and I have noticed that the outside of my big toes is numb and sometimes painful, and I frequently suffer from light-headedness. Do you think these things could be connected? | Hello!My name is Dr. Aida and I am glad to attend you on Healthcaremagic!Your symptoms are not connected to the seizures. Of course taking a lot of coffee can trigger seizures. The numbness in the big toes could be related to a pinched nerve. Coming to this point, I would recommend performing an EEG to investigate for seizures and avoiding coffee and alcohol intake in the future. It is necessary to monitor your blood pressure values (low blood pressure could cause lightheadedness). A nerve conduction study is necessary to investigate for the cause of the numbness in your toes, coupled with some blood lab tests (complete blood count, acid uric plasma levels, vitamin B12 levels, vitamin D levels, PCR, blood electrolytes). Hope you will find this answer helpful!Best wishes! | |
How to treat depression while on viibryd,zoloft and prozac?
I was prescribed Viibryd for my depression and it seemed to be working really well, but even with my insurance it was going to cost me $150 a month and I just cant afford to pay that much. I was also told that there is not a generic for it. I am taking Zoloft again and I have use Prozac, but I still have moments of depression. Thank you. | HiThanks for using healthcare magicIf you are taking more than two antidepressants and more getting any benefit, that means you are towards resistant case of depression. To get relief with drugs, dose should be optimum and in best combination. Zoloft and prozac are same group, so there is no need to take them together. Rest you can consult your psychiatrist for best drugs combination that could help you.Thanks | |
What is the treatment for tingling and numbness?
I am feeling bit queasy ocassionally for past two days with hands and feet feeling some numbness ( for a short duration of say 30-40 sec and five to six times a day). Also some infrequent tingling in hands and feet . Feeling thirsty very often. It has become very hot for past few days in Bangalore. No fever but a very mild headache with some pain below the left eye ( upper part of cheek and some times behind the eye ). Also left eye is red and itchy. Please help. | Hello!Welcome on HCM!Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to inflammation or an electrolyte imbalance. An allergic reaction can not be excluded either. For this reason, I would recommend consulting with your GP for a physical exam and some tests (complete blood count, thyroid hormone levels, blood electrolytes, PCR, ESR, fasting glucose, kidney and liver function tests). If all these tests result normal, allergy tests are necessary to exclude an allergic reaction. Hope you will find this answer helpful!Wishing all the best, Dr. Aida | |
What causes gum pain?
I have a strange vein running from the back of my throat to my gums and my gums are overly sore to the point of pain. This happened once before but my doctor and dentist could not find anything wrong. Sometimes my roots are oversensitive so i numb them. Any ideas on what is wrong? | Hello, Thanks for your query.Painful gums can be a symptom of gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) or, more likely, periodontitis (inflammation of the attachment fibers of the teeth and supporting bone), which can arise due to a number of different causes. Painful gums can also arise due to localized sores on the gums, such as abscesses or aphthous ulcers.I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.Take care | |
What causes itchy bumps in genital area?
I have 5 red bumps on my genital area. 2 on my penis shaft and 3 on my scrotum. They are itchy and are raised and somewhat shiny. They seem to have some sort of a head on them but it s not like a normal pimple. I ve had these for about a month, I have been having unprotected sex with my girlfriend but as far as I m aware she wasn t infected | HelloThanks for query .Based on your statement I would state that you have multiple Sebaceous cysts over penis and scrotum.The penile and scrotal is rich in sebaceous glands and hence prone to get more sebaceous cyst due to accumulation of sebum beneath the skin.Normally they fade away without treatment however they need to be treated if increase in size or get infected.Please consult qualified General Surgeon for clinical evaluation and further treatment.If needed some of them which are bigger may need to get excised in Toto (Completely along with the sac)Dr.Patil. | |
What is the remedy for back pain?
My son has had a bad back for several years. He had surgery on his neck & that is better but it is his lower back causing him pain. He has been used to taking many kinds of opiates in the past Thank you Darlene | Hello, I have studied your case.previous surgery can lead to increased back painWhen such patient comes to my hospital we usually take MRI to see for any nerve compression.Medication like methylcobalamine with muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor.Some exercises which can be done after pain has reduced include- Spine extension exercises, Lying on your stomach flat lift leg 6 inches from ground, do it for other leg.Now lift both hand and leg simultaneously, 6 inch off the ground and stayPosition for around 10 breathes. Core stabilizing spine exercises will help.You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case.I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Take care. | |
Possibility of getting pregnant after foreplay? Genitals did not touch
Dear doctor, I would like to ask if is it possible for me to get pregnant if my boyfriend and I were just dry humping for a few minutes. He was wearing an underwear while I m not, and we were pretty sure the tip of his penis did not touch my vagina at all. Moreover, his underwear was quite thick as it is double layered. Throughout the whole session, he did not ejacuate at all but he might have precum which he is unsure as well. It has been a week, this happened last friday. And 3 days ago I started losing my appetite and feeling bloated, I also burped a lot at night when I was on my bed using my laptop. I have never lose my appetite and burp a lot prior to menses before. Maybe I did but I didn t pay attention to them last time. As I have went through many researches online, it seems like the symptoms of early pregnancy and PMS is very similar, which is why I am very worried and scared. I feel like vomiting whenever I am nervous these days. I think I may be too stressful or because my period is coming as I have not missed my period yet. I remember my previous period was on end of January, so it will probably start soon as I have seen brown discharge early this afternoon. Please help me! I would like to know if I am pregnant or just period is coming? | Don't think that you might be pregnant from what you describe but can't be confirmed until you get your periods ,so wait for your natural cycle,don't get stressed everything would be fine.It might just be PMS,nothing else. Don't worry. Take care. | |
What causes persistent bloating and pain in the mid abdomen of a 8 year old?
My 8 year old daughter has moderate GERD per upper GI series and has been on Prilosec for two weeks. She continues to has persistent bloating and pain in upper mid stomach just below sternum. It is worse post walking bending and after eating. Doc thinks it may be gastroparesis viral induced. why is her stomach so tender to pressure and touch and how long could this last? | you must do endoscopy to know the cause of this tenderness but until do that keep taking good proton pump inhibitors and eating soft food | |
Why i am feeling like a lump in my throat?
I was working out and was in the middle of my set. My left testicle felt kinda funny and when i put the weight down it felt like my testicle went into my body and into my stomach. I could feel a lump in my throat but nothin would come out when i would cough. I felt my scrotum and both testcles are still there. However every 5 mins or so it feels like my left nut contracts into my body again and back into my stomach. Its been doing this for about 1 hour now and im getting worried and its very discomforting and slightly painful. Aso i can feel them move freely around in my scrotum all by them selves when i hold them. PLease help! | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. in psychology, we broadly call it obsession. You had that disturbing sensation once. You expected it to happen again and tried. Then you started experiencing it as you were expecting it. Then your body brought the familiar symptom because you are expecting it. Then you started worrying that the symptom is coming again and again and expect it. Body brings it again as you are expecting it. You become worried and so on. That is obsession in simple terms. Ignore it and the problem vanishes. Psychotherapy techniques should suit your requirement. If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques.Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
Does strong positive HPT cause ectopic pregnancy and is there any need of emergency care?
Hi. I got a strong positive HPT yesterday at 6 days post ovulation. This worries me because it makes me think that what is causing the strong positive result is an ectopic pregnancy from last month. I think this because I got 6 positive ovulation predictor kit results in a row starting from day of ovulation until the day I tested a strong positive on the HPT. My ovulation day this month as well as my period last month has been confirmed by my temperature chart. Can you tell me if I should be concerned enough to go to the ER? I have an U/S scheduled in 4 days. | Hi, thanks for using HCM.Use if temperature chart to predict ovulation us not very specific, Very difficult to predict ovulation with this. Strong positive test could be due to concentrated urine sample you have used or conceived in last month itself. Get ultrasound done to confirm pregnancy and location. Regards | |
Suggest treatment for back and hip pain
Iv been getting a lot of back and hip pain after I had MRI scans to show a slip disk I was also allowed a nurve root block on l5 this has help also the MRI scan piled up 2 cyst and said to send me to see a gynaecologist. My gp also done a internal and seen 2 white cyst. So when I went to the hospital 5 days later to have a internal scan there was nothing there. So I m confused. Iv also started bleeding 1 week after my period finished. Seen my gp who said maybe the cyst has just gone!. What with in 5 days. Please advise | Slip disc should be treated by lumbar or sacral support or traction of vertebral column. Later when pain subsides, some physio or yoga can be done that will sustain the relief. After nerve block there may not be much pain because of same nerve. However it may come at other place.If there were uterine cysts, may be these were only accumulation of blood in some kind of bulgings which gave way to bleeding. Hard cysts do not go so soon.Being Ayurveda doctor, I suggest to my patients to take extract / decoction of leaves of Coral Jasmine plant (Night glowering Jasmine - Harsingar). It's common I'm India and South Asia. I do not know if its at your place. However you may try to get online. If needed we may help you too.Intervertebral disc problems, Sciatica, endometrial bleeding etc may be controlled effectively by it. Alternatively pain killers and hormonal styptics are available in allopathy.Hope it helps | |
Intercourse without precautions. Pregnancy test shows positive. Any solution?
sir, i sex with my wife 15feb 2013 without a condom then after she has not any period .last night i check in ipill pregenency it show a deep single line , but now, i not take a baby this time , because already i have a 5 months baby . mistakely its done . pls sir , tell me that , now what can i do. my mail id is YYYY@YYYY | Hello dear, Thanks for the query. As the pregnancy test is negative its unlikely she is pregnant. If she is breastfeeding, she might not have her periods. So just relax. And if she has any symptoms of pregnancy, kindly consult your OBGY specialist.Hope I answered your question, Kindly reply me if you have any further queries or any comments. I will be very happy to help you. Sincerely, Dr Arif | |
What causes water on the brain?
What causes an older adult, to get water on the brain? How is this treated? The Man is in his 80 s. Thank you, Karen | Hi Karen. Excess " water" or liquor in brain, can be hydrocephalus. In old people may be secondary from cerebral atrophy, may be from liquor malabsorption, or may be result of lesions compressing liquor circulation pathways. Treatment depends on the cause. Generally a cerebral MRI reveals the cause. If there is active hydrocephalus treatment consists of shunting the excessive liquor. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. | |
Suggest treatment for fever and cough
Hello sir, I am 30 Yr old, From last 4 days I was having fever and cough together. I had treatment from doc and now fever is no more but my cough is getting very bad today I noticed that I am coughing up blood with green bulgum.Please suggest what to do. Thanks.. | Dear Friend.Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I understand your concern.You seem to be suffering from Lower Respiratory tract infection.You should get following investiagtions done:1. Chest Xray PA2. Hemogram with ESR3. Sputum for gram stain.Till the reports are available discuss with your doctor to start you on broad spectrum antibiotic like Augmentin.You can take cough syrup like Benadryl for symptomatic relief.This is my personal opinion for you based on available details. If you have any further query please ask me.Stay HealthyDr Anshul Varshney, MD | |
Need medication for fibromyolgia
i have found out that i have fiberomyolgia, some days pain is so bad i feel like i m dying. it is in my shoulder neck lower back, knees hands seem as it hit me over night, just wanted to know what do you think or advise me to do,i have some good days | Hello, As first-line management, you can take drugs like tramadol for pain relief. If symptoms persist better to consult a neurologist and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest treatment for a blister on the lower gum
I have a blister/pimple looking sore in an area of my right lower gums that is both pussing and bleeding not profusely but regularly for the past several hours...it's been there for a while and has never really been this active. Keep in mind there is zero pain... | Hi..Can understand your concern..As per your complain a painless sore can be due to an infected and non vital tooth which can cause pus formation near the root tips of infected tooth leading to creation of a drainage opening on the surface of gums at the level of affected tooth..Other reason can be a viral infection known as herpes. In herpes boils or blisters occurs on the lips i.e. outside the mouth but can occur inside the mouth and is mostly painless..It can be a usual canker sore and there is no specific reason for it.It can also be due to any foreign material got stuffed into the gums carrying bacteria along with it causing infection and pus discharge..I would suggest you to see a dentist and get evaluated for the exact cause of blister formation and treatment is based on diagnosis..If it is due to infected tooth, root canal treatment of tooth followed by antibiotics can be relieving..In case of canker sore it is self limiting condition and resolves in a week time..In case of pain numbing gel like oragel can be applied.In case of viral infection antiviral ointments, painkillers and avoiding any intimate contact with others should be done..In case of gum infection cleaning of the gums by a dentist known as scaling and antibiotics can be helpful..But any treatment can be taken after the exact cause is known..Hope your query is solved..Thanks and regards..Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora. | |
What all foods are helpful to maintain the follicle during pregnancy ?
what all food helpful to maintain or increase the follicle during follicle study for prengency..naturally. doctor , i want to ask what all food products to be taken to maintain or increase the size of the follicle during follicle study..naturally. | Hi,Deepa ,thanks for query.There are no special food or diet for this.Just take healthy diet comprising of fruits,vegetables and salads,that helps in general.In case of some particular deficiency like iron ,you need iron supplements.As you are trying to conceive,please ask your doctor about folic acid supplements,which is good for you. wishing you good health. | |
How can lack of appetite causing nutrients loss be made up?
My 10 month old is refusing to drink formula, she ats a very small breakfast, she does not seem to have an appetite in the morning, she then has her lunch at 11.00, refuses a bottle at 2pm now, then gets her dinner at 4pm and is now refsing her 6.30pm feed, she does not eat baby food at all, she will only eat food that I have freshly made, she has 6 teeth, how can I make up the loss of nutrients | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic.I take this opportunity to tell you certain scientific facts and relieve your distress -1. An active is a well kid even if she/ he is not eating well.2. Development of a kid is as important as or I would say even more important than growth alone.3. As the kids grow their interest in food decreases and interest in play activities increases so that they eat small quantity and run away to play. As parents we need to be more patient and feed than less quantity but more aliquots per day.4. This age rather than the quantity of the food I suggest you concentrate more on the number of times you feed her and also make whatever you feed her calorie dense by adding good amount of ghee to it.5. I suggest you not to use appetite stimulants on long run as they may cause drowsiness.But I am very happy that you have mentioned that your kid wants are all the freshly prepared food by you this is a very good indication and please continue that.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
What causes breathlessness, cough and extreme fatigue?
Joey is a 53-year-old man from North Carolina. Joey is a smoker and had recently returned from a relaxing weekend at a spa in the mountains. The hot tub and sauna were very relaxing. He came to the emergency department because he had shortness of breath, fatigue, a cough, diarrhea, and arthralgias. He described the fatigue as overwhelming. The cough was nonproductive. One day before admission, he had had fever and chills, with a maximum body temperature of 38.6°C (101.4°F). Watery, brown diarrhea occurred without other gastrointestinal distress and was intermittent, approximately 7 to 8 times a day. Chest sounds revealed a crackling sound, and a chest x-ray suggested possible pneumonia. | Respected user , HiThanks for using Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query thoroughly .* Possible pneumonia is due to combined effects of smoking with thin air at mountains involving higher attitudes .* Other dietary factors with alcohol may be an issue not narrated here responsible for the diarrhea .Hope this clears your query .Welcome for further doubts .Regards . | |
What does a hole on the upper gum indicate?
Hi. I need help. I have only just noticed a hole behind my sons fronth tooth, on his upper gum. I cant really explain how it looks but i do have a pic i can send to you. I dont know how long it has been there, i only noticed today when he was laughing and tilted his head back. Is there any way i could send the photo to you. Im worried as i cant get through to my dentist till monday | Hello and welcome to HCM, I have been through your query. I need to know what is the Age of the your Son and Is there infection of any kind associated with it or Pain associated with it. You can send Pictures of it and History via my e-mail yyyyyyyyyyyy0000@yyyyyyl.com | |
What causes rudeness and lack of concentration in a child?
Hello Dr, I have a 15 year old son.Off late he is behaving very rudely to his teachers.He doesnt concentrate in class and also scoring low marks.Iam hearing lots of complaints from his teacher every now and then.When i sit and talk to him he listens and maintains discipline for 2 or 3 days but later on he starts all over again.Pls help | Hi, You need to search for any stress he is living in at this moments, in school or in home. Second, you may need to visit a psychologist to examine him. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist | |
Suggest remedy for bruise and lump on finger
I have a bruise? I think it is a bruise on my finger. I did not have it last night,and when I woke up it was there. It has a lump or something under it. It is very dark and looks like it should be painful, the thing is it does not hurt at all!! I cannot feel a thing even when I rub on it. Should I be concerned, it has gotten gradually darker all day, but that could be because I keep touching it. | hi.based from your description, it could be a callous formation. it's tissue thickening on the area exposed or usually in contact with something. some would resolve spontaneously upon removal of the insult, others will just remain. no medical nor surgical intervention necessary if it doesn't affect your daily function and if it is not growing in size.hope this helps.good day!!~dr.kaye | |
Q. l got a sore hard lump after the removal of wisdom tooth. Is it normal?
Hello doctor,I just got one side of my wisdom teeth removed both upper and lower six days ago, and I have another one scheduled after two days for the left side. The upper is 100 % fine, which they pulled. The lower they pulled the tooth without removing the root because it was too close to the nerve. I do have some stitching in this area currently on the lower cheek. Noticed a hard lump about 1 inch between my lower jawline and cheek area. Is this normal because of swelling or something else. Currently taking Amoxicillin 500 mg and Ibuprofen 600 mg. Please let me know what this hard lump is, also generally on the lower side where this lump is, remains sore. | Hello. The lump is mostly a hard swelling which forms postsurgical removal of the wisdom tooth or maybe even by swollen lymph nodes due to infection. It takes a week or two for the swelling to subside. Sometimes, if the root is still inside, the infection may be remaining there causing swelling. Get an X-ray done to find out the exact problem and stronger antibiotics like Augmentin (Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid) along with a painkiller for a week. For more information consult a dentist online --> | |
What could cause vomiting after taking Augmentin for suspected Asthma attack and fever, which has no improvement either?
The doctor prescribed augmentin after he diagnosed that i am having an asthma attack and fever. I don t feel like i m getting better. In fact, everytime I take augmentin- after an hour or two i would vomit and I will have terrible stomach cramps. Should i stop taking the antibiotic? | Hello,Welcome to HCM,For Your symptoms your doctor has advised the drug to control the infection.The antibiotic covers wide range of microorganism and control the infection in your body.This drug is known to cause gastric irritation, so you have to take this medicine after the food and taking medicine to prevent this. You may take antacids/Rantac before taking this antibiotics.Drink lot of hot water to prevent stomach cramps.If you are having severe vomiting you may take some antiemetics to prevent the vomiting.Hope your question is answered.Thank you. | |
Suggest treatment for pain in mid lower back
For the past few months, I've been experiencing pain. It wakes me up in the early morning usually around 3 or 4. It's very painful on my mid-lower back. Recently, it has also started to be painful in the front around my lower rib area. It doesn't hurt on only one side, but both. This time it has also made me sick to my stomach as well. I've been to the doctor several times. They've told me it is rapid muscle pain. I've also had some x-rays of my spine, which came back fine. I'm a 30 yr. old female. Any help would be appreciated. | the back pain which cause awakening at early morning could be due to early infection at spinal vertebras.In initial stages it could not be visible on plain x rays for months. for this you should get an MRI of spine , complete blood count AND erythtocyte sedimentation rate (ESR). MRI can detect initial stages of infection and blood count & ESR will make diagnosis confirm.For this you need expert's guidance by rehab specialist, physical therapist and an Orthopedic surgeon. Hope this helps.Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing you good health. | |
Suggest remedy for swollen gum with red spots on roof of mouth
I recently got a spice stuck in my tooth. So I used dental flawce. Did all of my teeth while I was at it. I only do this once a year. The next day I ate popcorn at movies which irritated the area where I had the spice. The following day after that, I woke up with swollen gums around a few teeth where the spice was. swollen of gum is getting better, little tenderness when I bite down but that too is getting better. But have concern that I noticed two little red spots on roof of mouth as well. they are not painful, just concerned why they are there. Any thoughts or concerns I should have? | Hello,Thanks for consulting HCMRead your query as you have swollen gum with red spot on roof of mouth this can be due to inflammation in gums secondary to periodontal pocket , red spot can be due to thermal burn dont worry I will suggest you to do warm saline rinses two - three times a day , and you can apply ointment gum paint on gums like stolin and Mugel or Mucopain two - three times a day. Hope this will help you. Wishing you good health.Regards, Dr. Priyanka tiwari | |
What causes densities in right lung lobe?
Hello, I have been working for about 1 year and 8 months as a recruitment specialist, last march 2011 we are about to undergo annual medical examination and was found out that in my x-ray there's a densities in my right upper lobe, by then i have to repeat my x-ray the same time for apicolordotic view. the result is the same, for further clarification of my xray result, they asked me if i have a cold or a cough, but then i don't have any of that that time. And to clear my result they have given me 3 days to examine my sputum monitored every morning..but the hardest thing is that It's so hard to get sputum early in the morning because i dont have cold.. What am i going to do, Doc? Thank you and Godbless.. | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Your x ray reports are mostly due to old, fibrotic densities. You might be having lung infection like (pneumonia or tuberculosis) in the past and now after healing it is showing old densities. Since these are old, healed lesions, you will not show any symptoms like cough, expectoration. So in my opinion, if you want to clear medical examination then get done CT thorax and bronchoscopy. CT scan is more reliable for old densities as compare to chest x ray. Bronchoscopy is more appropriate to rule out active lung infection. If both of them are normal then no need to worry for active lung infection and so you well get medical clearance easily. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
What causes difficulty in getting pregnant?
hi im 19 currently married i was on depo shot i had my first injection march of 2009 and my last of september 2009 i started bleeding in april of 2010 and its now january 2011 and im still having trouble conciving should i notify my doctor so they can help me concive? i had takein birthcontrol september 2010 just one month had withdrawal bleed in october and 40 days later november 19th had my own period and nothing since then | Hi, Thanks for the query. I understand your concern. Regular ovulating menstrual cycle is primary requisition for conception. You had been on depo shot till Sept 2009...usually depo injections take about 9 months time to restarting of normal menses... but you still have irregular periods.. In such case you must get investigated to know About your ovulation.status Consultation of an expert gynecologist for further examination &investigations. You may need usg scan to note conditiin of ovary.&exclude pcod, thyroid functiontest , basic investigations to assess your general health . The doctor then would offer you expert sdvise to get you your regular periods backIt would open the doors to motherhood for you.Thanks. | |
Q. Can hypothyroidism cause intermittent palpitations?
Hello doctor, I am 28 years old. Experiencing intermittent palpitations from last three months. ECG, echo, TMT is normal. The lipid profile shows increased triglycerides in serum 189 mg/dl. Recently, I was diagnosed with subclinical hypothyroidism for which I am taking Levothyroxine from last one month. I feel my heart is beating fast and loud intermittently. | Hi. Please be advised that a normal ECG while you do not have the palpitation feeling, is not diagnostic of the palpitation. You need to have a cardiac monitor. If the palpitation happens every day, then a 24 hours cardiac monitor should pick them up. If they happen every 2 to 3 days, then you need a 72 hours monitor, then the cardiologist can look at the ECG at the time when the palpitation happened. It might be that you are just feeling the normal heart beats stronger. However, it still needs checking. | |
Is it necessary to remove testicles if suffering from testicular cancer?
why haven't the doctors removed my partners testicle if they suspect testicular cancer? He has been receiving radiation therapy but not responding and now has to have chemo, but testicle still hasn't been removed. I was under the impression that this was the first thing to be done. | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.Your partner has testicular cancer. Treatment depends on stage and type of cancer and spread. In many type of cancer first radio or chemotherapy is given and then surgery is done. So it is common practice. No need to worry. Give me report of his tumour so that I can help you further to choose treatment options.Hope I have answered your question, if you have any doubts then contact me at bit.ly/Drsanghvihardik, I will be happy to answer you.Thanks for using health care magic.Wish you a very good health. | |
Does R-cinex 600 have any side effects like hair fall, eye flickering and headaches?
Rcinex 600 side effects I am consuming R-cinex 600 for past 6 months now. Lately I observed my hair fall has increased , my eyes (particularly left) is flickering a lot and a continuous headache Are these related to consumption of this drug? Or should I consult EYE specialist | Hello,Let me tell you that like other drugs, rifampicine (R-Cinex) has its side effects. Continuous headache is one of the side effects of rifampicine but hair fall and eye flickering may be due to other drugs or due to tuberculosis for which you are taking R-cinex. I suggest talk to your doctor regarding your hair fall.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Prabhash Verma, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest treatment for type 2 diabetes
I was born with one functioning kidney. I found out about my type 2 diabetes 4 years ago. Otherwise, I'm very active; exercise and try to stick to what I should eat weekly. Can I take Mucinex-DM? I realize that having one functioning kidney, medications can affect me more than an individual with two kidneys. | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, if this is congenital condition of kidney so it is not related with the diabetes (Type 2) and it has to be treated with tight rule basis and for that you can have any antidiabetes drugs it is okay if you can take "Mucinex Dm" hope this information helps. | |
Slip disc in lower back. Using ayurvedic supplements. Affected from TM?
hi sir my mother is suffering from slip disc problem in her lower back. she is been using ayurvedic medicines for that .since last year she had a problem in uterine system so it was removed and supplemented with drugs nw again she is suffering pain in her back so doctor consulted to take zodone 4mg for hypercalcemia but didnt workout so am confused whom to consult for this. many are telling may be she is affected from TM so wht to do plz help me through this she is aged 47 years | 1. What exactly you or Doctor meant by Slip Disc (Herniated,Ruptured, or Prolapsed)? 2. what was the cause of slip disc: Injury,Occupation or Weight? 3. any pain,numbness,tingling,weakness around the damaged disc or area supplied by the nerve? 4. on what basis is the diagnose of Transverse myelitis (TM) been made, any history of mycoplasma pneumonia, Multiple sclerosis or other Autoimmune disease? 5. TRANSVERSE MYELITIS occurs in combination with demyelination of other parts of the nervous system, is Neurological examination been done,maximum time TM is associated with Multiple sclerosis, so treatment should be directed towards it, is Examination of spinal fluid and MRIbrain and spinal cord carried out? 6. what was the cause of hypercalcemia, for which Zobone (Zoledronic acid) was given, because it inhibits osteoclastic activity and calcium release from TUMORS,so was any Malignancy detected by your health care provider. 7. Avoid gluten diet,sugar,dairy products, and use of Immunomodulators and Ayurveda panchkarma (Pizhichil, Shirodhara),consult for the same with your doctor. | |
What are the symptoms of potential pregnancy?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I really never used to log the days of my menstrual cycle beginning and end until I recently started having scares about possibly being pregnant so I realized how important it was. I only started in Feb of this year, so I only know that my last cycle was 27 days long. I was expecting my period about 3 to 4 days ago just because I expect it about the same date of each month and because I got it March 9, I expected it April 9 or 10, somewhere around that time. However, I calculated that I should have gotten it around April 4 or 5 for it to be around the 27 day cycle. Anyway, I still have not got my period yet and I really don t feel like I will. I usually have some symptoms that I am not feeling. About a week and a half or so ago I felt one symptom and thought my period would arrive in about a week or less, it never came. I have been sexually active, it was anal sex, but we do not use any contraceptives when we do that. I am 19 years old. I took a pregnancy test about 3 days ago and it was negative, but I am still worried since this is a complicated subject and I am sure that I could have received a false negative for many reasons. Should I just not worry? Is this normal? | your period is delayed for some reason. the nal sex is not going to cause pregnancy . Just my advice as a gynecologist, it is not safe to have anal sex without protection (condom). you should visit a gynecologist and discuss if you want to have hormone medication to bring on te period. | |
What causes cloudiness in urine?
hello sirfrom pas few months my urine smells and cloudiness is there in urine,from long time i have dark circles under eyes.....i feel thirsty..... if i drink water i have to go again nd agIN TO TOILET to urinate...........nd on some days if urine doesnt come much i feel dizziness | Increased thirst and increased frequency of urine are symptoms of diabetes mellitus. Diabetic patients are at more risk of acquiring infections. This may be the cause of your cloudy urine. You should check your blood sugar level n do urine culture and sensitivity test. Thank you. | |
How can the gender be found in a TIFFA scan?
i am having 26 weeks 4 days pregnancy..my cervix length z 4 c.m..nd am having less RBC..nd i have done the Tiffa scan...how to find a baby boy r girl in this scan?nd my WBC,PLATELETS every thing z good.placenta z anterior upper nd mid segment.fetal weight 944+/-145gms.is it evrything z good? name: nikhshiptha.. | HiDr. Purushottam welcomes you to HCM virtual clinic!Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully gone through your case, and I think I have understood your concern. I will try to address your medical concerns and would suggest you the best of the available treatment options.1] As per law of your country , ask the USG doctor if it is possible to know sex of the baby. In India, it is not permitted by law.2]TIFFA Scan is aimed at knowing or to rule out structural abnormalities in the baby.3] From your reports all seems to be well.4] Please regularly take IRON and CALCIUM supplements, protein powder, folic acid,B 12.5] have healthy diet, regular exercise, eat plenty of fruits, salads.ENJOY your pregnancy. May be blessed with bundle of JOY.I hope my answer helps you.Thanks. | |
Is it lungs fibrosis if having breathlessness after running a small distance?
i am a bronchial asthma patient of 52 years of age. I am asthmatic for the last 16 years. Doctor had prescribed Foracort inhaler for daily use which I am not using. Nowadays, I feel breathlessness even after running for 50 mtrs slowly. Am I suffering from Lungs Fibrosis ? Please advise | Hi. I can understand your concern. Asthma is most common allergic disease which is not a curable disease but definitely controllable, by controlling the same you can lead a symptom free life. Usually presents with cough, wheezing, difficulty breathing and chest tightness. If not treated appropriately can be life threatening.So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). PFT is needed for the diagnosis of asthma. It will also tell you about severity of the disease and treatment is based on severity only. You may need inhaled bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroid (ICS)Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Suggest treatment for jaw pain after wisdom tooth extraction
I had my wisdom teeth extracted 4 yrs ago this September and in the past couple of days I have experienced excruciating pain in the lower left side of my mouth behind my back molar where one of my wisdom teeth were.. The pain radiates through to up and under my jaw. It hurts if anything touches it. It hurts to breathe through my mouth, eat and drink. I have no insurance and no money to go see anyone to get an opinion or pay for diagnostic treatment so if i can get an idea that would be great! Thank you very much for your time. | Hi, I have gone through your query, as u complaints of pain in the extracted region,either it may be due to inflammation in that region or due to incomplete extraction of wisdom tooth.You should visit to dental clinic for Consultation. Thank you - Dr.Bhuwanesh Sharma BDS, MIDA (Oral and Dental Surgeon) | |
Suggest treatment for infection around umbilical hernia surgery site
Hi I had an ubaliacil hernia operated on, on the 15th September. It started oozing puss a week later through the wound. The wound stopped oozing out of my wound and then the same day it started coming out of my bellybutton. I put up with it for 7 weeks then my specialist did an exploration and left a 2cm cut just inside my bellybutton and said that there was just a pocket of the puss and that it would dry up it s been over a week now and it hasn t stopped and is getting more green every day what should I do ? | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.This green pus is suggestive of severe infection.I advice you to do Grams staining, culture and sensitivity from the pus.It must be antibiotic resistant bacteria that is causing healing more difficult.I advice you to take the drugs as per the report available to you.This will make the treatment more effective, cheap and rapid.Please maintain good hygiene of the wound by frequent cleaning and dressing. Dressing should be done throughly with dettol, betadine and after application of the polysporin ointment.Avoid heavy weight lifting as it can cause pressure over the abdominal wound. And makes a way for infection to spread.I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.Thank you,Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist,HCM | |
Suggest remedy for chronic lower back pain
Hi I have been having severe lower back pain for several weeks accompanied by pain in my left side I ve taken over the counter medicine but nothing is working the pain is to the point were it s hard for me to stand at work is this the time to visit the ER | Hello,my name is dr Dorina Gurabardhi.I understand your concern.Some remedies for your back pain are:-Medication such as painkillers.You can use ibuprofen,codeine or hydrocodone.-Physical therapy ,the application of heat, ice, ultrasound and electrical stimulation, as well as some muscle-release techniques to the back muscles and soft tissues may help alleviate pain.-Cortisone:is an anti-inflammatory drug; it helps reduce inflammation around the nerve roots.You can take it as a tablet or i njection.To prevent back pain its important to:-Regular exercise-Low body weight - the amount of weight people carry, as well as where they carry it, affects the risk of developing back pain.-Fix posture when standing - make sure you have a neutral pelvic position. Stand upright, head facing forward, back straight, and balance your weight evenly on both feet - keep your legs straight and your head in line with your spine.-Quit smoking if you are smoking Hope my answer was helpful,thanks! | |
How to treat eye injury in a 4 years old child?
Hi, my 4 year old soon was hit in the eye with a toy aeroplane. he was seen at the local hosp and his eyeball has been scratched. since the accident happened hes had a constant runny nose and cough. should i be.concerned or is it unrelated? thanks,zara | Hi,Nothing to worry about runny nose and cough.But having scratch in his eye might create big problem if untreated.There might be having all chances of having corneal ulcer producing corneal opacity and problem for vision in the future.Consult ophthalmologist and get examined as early as possible.Ok and take care. | |
What causes swollen collar bone and neck pain?
I have a swollen collar bone have been complaining of neck pain and middle back pain. Also have sharp pain in right chest sometimes. I have an under active thyroid which my dr. doesn t want to treat right now. Why I don t know. I m tired all the time feel dizzy and have no strength. What could it be | Hi, In my opinion, the swelling in your collarbone does not appear to be related to underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) although all other symptoms are pointing towards hypothyroidism. In my opinion, if you have hypothyroidism then you should start taking treatment for it. For collar swelling, I would recommend X-ray of the affected shoulder. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Gopal Goel, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
Suggest treatment for high level of SGPT as Livopal didn't work
Hi myself mithun 34years old(m). My SGPT last check up two months back is lavel is 59 from 88 was on 11months back.My doctor prescribed me LIVOPAL DS twice daily for 100days at the first check up and also prescribed same on 2nd check up. I am not feeling fit even i avoid the fatty foods most of the time.pls suggest me what is going on and what should i do is there anything worry.ThanksMithunage-34yearsheight-5'7''weight-73.5kg | Hi.Thanks for posting query at HCM.Usually ALT or AST values higher than "two times the upper normal limit", is considered abnormal ( in some countries, ALT or AST values of more than 100 are considered abnormal). Value of AST or ALT greater than 85 or above maybe investigated further.Alcohol ingestion and obesity are common causes of fatty liver disease.advice :- Rule OUT Hepatitis B and C- abstinence from "Alcohol" - LOW fat diet should be followed, AVOID junk food and beverages- decreased oil consumption (oily food)- NO red meat- green vegetables should be ingested daily- use lemon juice (lemonade) once in a day- reduce weight if overweight/obese-"recheck liver enzymes after 6 to 8 weeks" and/or ultrasound.any further questions are welcomed.hope to answer your concern.wish you good health.regards,Dr Tayyab Malik |
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