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Q. Every time I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Why?
Hi doctor, I am a 26 year old male. I am 5 feet and 9 inches tall and weigh 255 pounds. When I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Sometimes when I have constipation as well, I poop a little bit of blood. I am really scared that I have colon cancer. I do have diarrhea often... | Hello. I have gone through your information and test reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). So, in view of that, there are a couple of things that I can opine upon: Hope that helps. For more information consult a general surgeon online --> | |
Suggest treatment for severe depression , chronic fatigue and body pain
I am depressed I've been on Cymbalta for 10 years ,don't think it helps any more .. I am going through a divorce but I've been getting worse I feel chronic fatigue, aches all over I need a different medication idea there are not many doctors arou... | Hello thanks for asking from HCM for your health related queriesI can understand your concern. Cymbalta is Duloxetine and is a SNRI drug. You are taking the drug since last 10 years but due to current situations the symptoms have relapsed and are causing significant problems. In such case there is need to change the me... | |
Does chemotherapy and radiotherapy cause headaches?
I am a stage 4 throat cancer patient, I finished my cisplatin and radiation treatment in nov 2010, 6 months later I have a constant headache. I recently have taken a catscan and it came out clean. The dr/ent says it side effects from the treatments and I need to live... | Persistent headache is never a side effect of cancer treatment neither chemotherapy nor radiotherapy. You might be suffering from other causes of headache like tension headache, migraine or refractory error. Please consult a neurologist and get investigated properly and take treatment. You need not live with pain forev... | |
Are bone lesions curable?
2 years ago I was diagnosed with smouldering myeloma due to blood work and bone lesions discovered on the skeletal survey. The latest skeletal survey does not show bone lesions. Do they typically go away or is it more likely that xrays have been misread either initial or current? | Hi Hope this message finds you in good health.I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern.I generally see many cases like this at my clinic.many bony lesions have a good prognosis and with proper treatment,eventually fade away.the other category is of the lesions that tend to remain or grow up in si... | |
What are the chances of getting pregnant with asthenozoospermia?
Hi, my age is: 31, Male, Total Sperm collected: 2 ml, my total count of spermatozoa is : 80million/ml, Active Motility:30.0%, Weakly Motility:10%, Immotile 60.0% and Morphology : 60.0%. also comment : Asthenozoospermia with infection.Actually I am a soft... | hai,Your report clearly says you got abnormality in sperm motility.Asthenozoospermia means decrease in sperm motility.normal motility for active forward progression sperm count should be more than 50%. but yours is 30 %. non motile count is 60% (should be less than10- 20%).Your total count is normal and morphology i... | |
Is ovarian cancer suspected with the following test report?
Hello. N December I went to gyncologist for light pelvic pain.. Everything looked fine. They said I had a follicle on my overy...no big deal. I have been so worried about overian cancer I just did a ca-125 blood test.i looked at my results online and noticed ... | Greetings.BUN/CREAT level has nothing to do with ovarian cancer and you need not to worry at all. You can consult a primary physician for raised BUN. Most likely it may be due to dehydration. Regards | |
Experiencing pain in testis and sexual disability due to penis being stern
For the last two years I have been suffering from a pain at my testis. not regularly by repeatedly. After that I am suffering a sexual disability...like my penis is stern as before. Earlier, at morning time it was very firm but now a days it i... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I am surprised, you are having this testicle pain for the last two years and you did not consult a physician for treatment? I advise you to do so as early as possible. I suspect your erectile dysfunction is due to psychological reasons. But you should confirm ... | |
Diagnosed with gall bladder polyps, right-sided pain. HIDA scan scheduled. Cure?
Hey I am a 16 year old female who weights about 133 and is 5 5. I have been having right side pain and my doctor told me i had gallbladder polyps, and thickening wall:) But they sent me for a hida scan.. And i havent found the news yet.. ... | Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query. A HIDA scan is an imaging procedure that helps track the production and flow of bile from your liver to your small intestine. You must have been advised this to see if there is any obstruction to the bile flow due to the polyps. However, the decision for sur... | |
Suggest treatment for lump near back of head
i have 2 hard lumps on the back of my head near the bottom about the size of a dime. Im 21 and i remember having these since i was 4 years old. one is felt on the left side, the other on the right. sometimes one is there, other times both are present. what exactly are they? | Hi,A lump in that region that comes and goes can only be a lymph node.It appear in presence of an infection and goes when infection subsides.You need to see a physician to find out the site of infection so that i can be cured complely.RegardsDr. Ashish Verma | |
What causes excess eating and passing of black stools after kidney dialysis?
my motherinlaw is a kidney dialysis patient since last 7 yrs . of late she is overeating excessive hunger whole day and she is passing black stools 10-15 a day she is 67 yrs old shecannot go to the toilet her diaper and clothes need to be c... | welcometo hcm ...as the black stool may mean blood in stools so please get complete stool examination amd repeat testing of kidney function tests ...passing more stools is usually due to infection or drug effect ..so please see your doctor | |
Q. I have occasional fever with acid feel in chest and stomach pain. What could this be?
Hello doctor, I have on and off fever since last Friday and been having chest and stomach pain since yesterday (pain somewhere in between the chest and the stomach). I have a loss of appetite and can feel acid coming out of my che... | Hi. How high was the fever? Any other symptoms such as cough, colds, body aches, sore throat, and pain during urination? How would you describe abdominal pain, burning, crampy, or stabbing? Does it radiate to the back? If yes, which side? Does it occur after food intake? Do you wake up in the middle of the night becaus... | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late ... | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they shou... | |
What causes swollen shiny and deep red lumps when bitten by bees?
In Merlin Ontario we have had 3 different people with No allergy to bee stings have the same reaction...by day 2-3 the area is extremely swollen shiny and deep red..what are these bees?,,this is not the normal reaction. The Dr in Tilbury Ontario at the ... | Hi XXXX Thanks for your query at HCM! I am Dr. Sheetal Verma an Infectious Disease Specialist answering to your query! I went through your query and understand your concern. It seems different people getting bitten by bee stings as they are having swelling and redness. These bites cause allergic reaction. It is not nor... | |
What is the lump on my shin?
I slipped getting on a train, caught my shin and knee between the train and the platform and sustained heavy bruising, no muscle or ligament damage as after the initial shock, was able to walk fine. However, there is a bit on my shin that has a solid lump, its still showing a light brown b... | Hi, With your description, there does not appear to be any bony injury. It is likely to be a blood clot which is healing. During the healing process, it changes colour and it might take a few weeks to heal. Numbness will recover gradually. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take c... | |
How to manage a miscarriage at home?
Yes I have pain on the right lower abdomen of my stomach I miscarrying I m bleeding heavily I ve been sleeping a lot and I ve been having really sharp pain in the right hand side of my abdomen on a scale 1 to 10 it s like a 7/8 it hurts really bad what should I do I don t have the ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. According to your description there is possibility of incomplete abortion. As you are having unilateral severe pain with increasing fatigue leading to excessive sleeping, we cannot rule out the possibility of ectopic pregnanc... | |
Tired, low mental energy, blank mind, dizzy, difficulty in performing tasks. MRI done results normal. What could this be?
I have some sort of huge chemical imbalance or/and limited blood flow in my brain. Symptoms include foggy mind, tired, horrible memory, low mental energy, blank mind, dizzy, buzzing in ears, conce... | Dear, You did not mention your age. Half knowledge about body functioning is like having no knowledge at all, It can create stress and anxiety which now you are facing. If you want to clear your doubt, consult a physician first. No self conclusion. It can do more harm than good. You are not your doctor. There are peopl... | |
Have headache radiating from white spot on back of head. Had Basal cell carcinoma. Cancerous?
i have a small spot on the back of my head that my mother has showed me it is white in color and that i didn't know what it was so i went to the doctor and he said that it was most likely nothing if it is not bleeding or cau... | Hi, White spot on the back rarely be a malignant entity. Anyway you should carefully observe regarding any change in size , shape, or color of the spot. Headache is unrelated. Proper history of headache should be taken. Mode of onset, duration, intensity, relieving or aggravating factors should be noted. you should con... | |
What are the the symptoms after getting lidocaine injected?
I visited dental hygienist and was injected with lidocaine on left side, then on right side of mouth for deep cleaning. Right after recieving injection on the right lower side, far back, I experienced rapid heart beat and rapid deep respirations. This has ne... | hello thanks for consulting at hcm..it could be stress induced too..increased heart beat and tachycardia,,do have b/p??anyways hope the la affect is gone,, and ur not biting ur lips or mucosa because of it,,,either ways u review back with ur treating physician for checkup ,,hp it helps,,tc | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it... | |
My grand father has Meige syndrome
Hi my grand father has one strange disease. his eyes shut very tightly and his tongue will come out and he will be not able to put inside, the face also he will be holding very tight.this is MEIGE syndrome. what is the treatment for this disease. | Meige's Syndrome is a form of dystonia in which there is blinking and chin thrusting. There is no cure for Meige's Syndrome, nor can it be prevented | |
Is there anyway to remove blackheads ?
I have alot of blackheads on my nose. it s so unglam. I tried ways to get rid of it but failed. nose strips don t seem to help too? I can t afford for a dermatologist . is there anyway I can remove it? | Hi!rachel, Welcome To HealthcareMagic forum, Usually people get confused between fine hair growth with the black head over nose.So kindly get it either examined by a dermatologist or look closely for the fine hair growth. If its a black head then you can use tretinoin cream at night over the lesion .Don't forget to use... | |
What causes boil under my tongue?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... i noticed today that i had a boil under my tongue on the left side when i looked at it it popped and now there is a little hole where the boils was ... it was not painful just felt annoying. | HIWell come to HCMThis may not be the boil because formation of boil under the tongue is not likely but this could be a oral ulcer and in my opinion this could be treated with Tannic acid preparation if the symptom does not improved then it need to be clinically examined, Thank | |
Q. Based on the hysteroscopy and MRI, please suggest whether I have arcuate or bicornuate uterus.
Hello doctor, I would like to get a third opinion in regard to categorizing which uterine abnormality I possess. The initial doctor said it is arcuate. My current doctor thinks it is bicornuate but I am going to do a 3D u... | Hello. Having gone through the MRI pelvis and hysteroscopy pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity), it is evident that you have a bicornuate uterus with a single cervical opening and it is not a septate uterus or an arcuate uterus. Two different horns of uterus are evident on MRI (magnetic resonance i... | |
Q. What does abutment of the nerve root mean?
Hi doctor,I am just wondering what is abutting and abutment of the nerve root means in a back issue. Please explain. What treatment is required for annular bulging and tear? | Hi. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. For further information consult a neurologist online --> | |
How can infertility be treated?
I am 30 yrs old and never been pregnant. I recently got all test done to check my hormone levels, tubes, uterus, and follicles. Everything was perfect. I ve been wanting a baby for some time now. Now I haven t gotten my period for the whole month, but I m nervous to test because I don t... | hello user,do urine pregnancy test and check if negative...u have to get your periods...after that go for follicular study after taking clomiphene from day 2 of period...till follicle size increases to 18mm and then rupture and then iui for better results... | |
Under lot of stress, dealing anxiety and depression. Tickling sensation in heart and stomach. Cause?
I am under a lot of stress and have been having a lot of emotional issues lately. I ve been dealing with anxiety , stress and depression . The past 3 days I get these sensations in my heart and stomach. It feels like i... | Welcome to healthcaremagic. Anxiety, stress and depression is very tricky type of illnes, it produces many unusual somatic feelings inside the body. Please a doctor / psychiatrist to know the actual problem and treatment. I am sure this helps you. | |
What can cause leg fatigue and a black dot under the finger nail?
My legs have been extremely fatigued for 3 weeks. I had blood work with a high WBC test was redone and my GP said it was fine. I ve now noticed a small black dot under my finger nail. As soon as it reaches the tip another larger dot can be seen near the... | Hi, It may be fungal infection or subungual bleed or melanoma of nail bed. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. Please consult your dermatologist/physician he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Having cervical spondylosis with nerve impingement syndrome. X-ray showing decrease in disc space. Precautions for pain management?
I am 61 yrs veri active lady. I have been detected with cerival spondylosis with nerve impingement syndrome ... x-ray report shows degenerative changes with an osteophytic and there is de... | HiThank you for asking HCMI have gone through your query.Physiotherapy neck exercises and short term analgesics are main elements of conservative treatment in cervical spondylosis. Majority of patients get improvement if they do physiotherapy and exercise regularly.But it take some time.You should maintain normal postu... | |
Lower back and abdomen pain. Done with ultrasound, ct scan and blood test. Had diarrhoea after taking pain pills. What does the finding mean?
I m having lower right back pain that spread to the lower right abdomen. The skin from that area is itchy & kind of numb. I went to the Dr & had a ultrasound of my pelvic region... | well if nothing abnormal was found in the usg reports of abdomen i think the pain cn be due to lumbar spondylosis as well..its a degenerative disease of lumbar spine and can affect young individuals as well...u cn go for a x ray of lumbosacral spine and then consult a PMR doctor ..often regular exercises r quite helpfu... | |
Q. Why is my 1-month-old baby constantly crying and not sleeping?
Hi doctor, I am having a 1-month-old baby and been facing several issues. He is crying a lot even after feeding him properly, burping him, checking his diaper, making him comfortable and ruling out other health issues and having a hard time in consoling... | Hi. From your history, it seems you are taking excellent care of the child. Good. Now for your queries. Children below the age of 6 months sleep in the day and stay awake at night. It is normal. There is no medicine for the same. As regards to consoling a baby, you can use white noise (no dependency or harm) or whisper... | |
White spot on the gums, a common mole sized. Smoking. Anything to worry?
Hi, I have a white spot that will not go away on my bottom gum directly below my two front teeth.... it is the size of a small common mole...perfect in its circular pattern...it has been there for over one month....should I be concerned...and y... | Hello.Thanks for sharing your concern with us.I have gone through the description you given,it seems that the white spot is normal.It is not related with any pain or discomfort so I would advice you just check it regularly for increase in size or related symptom.And now Don't worry at all. Just be careful.Keep good ora... | |
Why i am getting frequent running nose and sneezing ?
Age: 34 years Ht: 159 cms Weight: 62 kgs Res. : HSR Layout, Bangalore Occupation: s/w engr I am in Bangalore for last 10 years. But since last 2 years, I get running nose, bad sneezing almost 2-3 times in a week. Generally, after taking bath, washing face , wetting... | hi u have allergic rhinitis u need to take anti histaminic tab like cetrizine to control it u must avoid dusty and polluted environment. avoid going in cold and windy atmosphere better to do allergic test to find out the agent causing it . | |
What causes pain in back of neck radiating to right eye?
I have had a migraine for over a month, it started when i got nauseated when i took a bite of food and i started to throw up, i felt a snap in the back of my nex and i have never had pain this bad in my life i went to the ER and they gave me a few shots of morph... | this is a MIGRAINE.migraine is not a curable disease but it's a controllable disease.in allopathy have limitation of migraine medicine.you should takeTABLET FLUNARIZINE 10mg--- 0-0-1TABLET NAPROSINE SR.-----1/2-0-12in Homoeopathy have good result of migraine.you take IRIS 30 HOMOEOPATHY MEDICIE AND AFTER SEND ME FOLLOW... | |
Q. Can excercise cause high blood pressure?
Hello doctor, I have been worried about my heart lately, and I was hoping you could answer a question I have regarding diastolic blood pressure. I recently did a test at home measuring my blood pressure before and after exercise using an Omron M3 comfort blood pressure monit... | Hi. Blood pressure is a dynamic thing. It will always vary in relation to activity, stress, time of the day, and physical status. The variation in BP measurement you did is likely to be related to activity and is a normal phenomenon. To diagnose raised BP, undergo an ambulatory blood pressure measurement. Thanks. For m... | |
What causes a lump in the mid back beside the spine?
Hi, I have a small Lump in my mid back right side next to my spine. Most nights it wakes me up with aching pain in that area , wraping around on right side. Been to my Dr, a couple months ago said it was nothing to worry about. In the mean time been to a Chiropracto... | Hello and welcome to HCM,A painful lump on the mid-back can be due to soft tissue swelling.A MRI of the back is required to assess the nature of the lump.Nerve associated lumps can common in the spinal region.After MRI, an aspiration cytology of the lesion is required to know the probable origin and extent of the swell... | |
How safe is using cephalexin for lump on the left buttocks?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...My baby has a lump/bump on his left butt cheek. I took him to his primary doctor and she prescribed cephalexin and adviced me to put him in a warm bath and it should go down in a c... | Hi...by what you quote I feel that she is having an abscess formation at the left cheek. The fever will get better only if the abscess is drained. I suggest you get back to your doctor with this tip or get in touch with the nearest emergency so that they will check and if it is an abscess, drain it.Regards - Dr. Sumant... | |
Q. In young age, I masturbated to amusing stories. Am I normal?
Hi doctor, When I was little, I sometimes masturbated to amusing stories I heard like a thief being caught and tickled by kids. I do not do that now. However, I remember that. I just want to be a normal guy. Does this mean I am not normal? Did that turn m... | Hello. 1. Obsessive compulsive disorder. 2. Generalized anxiety disorder. 3. Panic disorder. 4. Depression. Obsessive compulsive disorder. Cognitive behavioral therapy. 1. Managing stress by meditation. 2. Yoga. 3. Breathing exercises. 4. Healthy lifestyle. Revert back if you have any further disturbance in life to a p... | |
Suggest treatment for stress and depression
There is phase between me and my mind. I want to do something but my mind goes in other direction..even the thought which I don't want to think it comes continuously in my mind .... i have frustrate a lot please give me some advice...one thing more some times I lost mysel... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. The information given by you here is not enough for a proper diagnosis. But I can suggest that you may be having some sort of disappointment in your life and career. Normal disappointment causes false thinking pattern and some ... | |
Suggest treatment for a painful lump on the eyebrow
I have a lump that appears above my right eyebrow. It comes and goes. It is only there for a couple of hours. It may be gone for months and then reappears, always in the same place. It is hard and painless even when pressed, it is about the size of an acorn, maybe a ... | Hi,Dear thanks for the query to HCM virtual clinic.I studied your query in full details updated from you.I understood your health concerns.Based on your query data, In my opinion ,Dear You seem to suffer from periorbital dermoid with link to intraorbital fossa or incracranial fossa or could be frontal sinus mucocele ... | |
What causes numbness and tingling sensation in the hands?
Hi: If I fall asleep with my hands in a clenched position tingling and numbness set in and it wakes me. But if I keep my palms open and flat I m fine. This just recently started. Also at nighttime, my feet get itchy but I have no rash or skin problems - could t... | Hello,Tingling and numbness in both hands most likely cause is cervical disc compression. All the sensory nerves to the upper limb came from spinal cord in neck (cervical) region.So, compression of those nerves leads to sensory disturbance in upper limbs. Less likely cause may be peripheral neuropathy. Diagnosis can be... | |
Can I apply Canesten cream for the boil under my arm which is swollen and painful ?
hi i have a boil under my arm for five days now its really swollen and painful.It came to head and started to drain but its still really swollen and painful it looks like its ready to pop. Ihave taken any antibiotics but have been take... | Hello.Welcome.Normally abscesses in armpits burst of there own.Keep applying hot compresses.If it doesn't bursts in another two days get an incision and drainage done.Canes tan application has no role in it.Good luck. | |
What to do for bump in leg that has puss and bleeding?
I found a bump on my leg and I thought it was a mosquito bite I left it but it kept hurting so I had a look at I and it had a little black dot on the top so I popped it and all the puss and liquid and blood came but it still hasn t gone down and it s still hurts a... | HI. You have drained is pus only. The remaining part of swelling ( cellulitis ) needs some antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medicines for an early healing. It is a wise thing to see a Doctor and get a prescription . | |
What causes stomach pain and vomiting?
my son is of 4 yrs,, all of a sudden yesterday he was souded uneasy,, in the evening he started telling of stomach pain,,he ommited all the food in the night,, never had food at night,, he says ommitting is comming in the morning,, he had only half glass of pediacure,, pls sugges... | HiThe symptoms are most likely due to an episode of gastritis. A dose of antiemetic such as domperidone or ondansetrone along with antacids such as ranitidine can be of help. Visit a paediatrician for clinical evaluation if symptoms persists.Take care | |
Suggest treatment for productive cough
Hi, I was recently treated with 2 weeks of Augmentin for a sinus infection, double ear infections and bronchitis. While I feel much better, I still have a slightly productive cough. Do I need more antibiotics or will this eventually get better on its own? | HelloYou took Augmentin ( amoxycillin+clavulanic ) and responded very well . Now , only there is productive cough . Since you didn't mention the color of phlegm , so very difficult to say type of infection present or just due to allergy.Since you have taken full course of antibiotics , so no need of any antibiotics.Onl... | |
Done testicle removal. Biopsy shows teratoma. Is delay in chemotherapy harmful for me?
rezwan from bangladesh dr remove my left testicular . Biopsy rept is taratoma stage 1. my dr sugest me to take chemo as quckly as posible. but i interested to take chemo with tata memorial hospital in mumbie. testis removable day is... | Hi, Teratomas are not the very common testicular type of tumours and could spread. However, before the operation is done, a clinical and paraclinical appraisal is usually done , to determine whether the tumour has already attained other structures or not. This usually helps your surgeon to decide on the appropriate tre... | |
Should I be worried about low WBC and lymphocyte count?
My recent blood work ..white blood count 3.4. Absolute Lymphocytes 646 both low .....What does this mean as I am never sick! I work in healthcare and my staff is sick a few times every year n I never catch anything. Should I ve worried??? My white blood cwt. has ... | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have low wbc count. There are many causes of low wbc count. Even simple viral infection can leads to this. However if you don't have any symptoms then no need to worry. Because many healthy person having this count as normal variation. ... | |
What causes weird pain under left shoulder?
Just woke up in the middle of the night. Had a weird pain start under my left shoulder (I was laying on my left side). Pain slowly grew until it got very uncomfortable (I got out of bed and paced the room). Felt like a dagger was being wedged under my left shoulder creating ... | Hello,Side sleeping may cause rotator cuff injury or it may be a muscular pain or nerve compression like median nerve at elbow or radian nerve at radial groove. Use three pillows while side sleeping. Use aceclofenac twice a day for five days. If no improvement you may consult with your physiotherapy he will examine and... | |
Suddenly developed asthma. Taking singulair. How long will I have to take this?
I am all of a sudden developed a kind of asthma for the last 1 1/2 years. Before that, i have occasssionally epxerienced wheezing but not like an asthma. So, now here Doctor advised me to go for Singulair (montelukast sodium 10mg) for a lo... | Hello,There are 2 options here:1. To know if your asthma is allergic or not, you need to go through allergy testing. If allergens are detected, avoidance and use of montelukast and/or inhalers during the peak season (if seasonal allergy) will be the answer.2. Lung function tests to see the amount of reversibility and w... | |
What does this blood report indicate?
IVE HAD AUTOIMMUNE HEP C VIRUS SINCE 1978. NEEDED BLOOD AFTER ACCIDENT. 15+ YRS AGO I HAD 1ST STAGE OF SEROSIS. 4 MTHS AGO AFTER TEST, MY LIVER HAS NO DAMAGE NOW AT ALL... ALTHO MY VIRAL LOAD IS AT 2000. I DO KNOW CHANGES ARE BEING MADE TO MESSURE TEST AT OTHER SCALE. USEING THE O... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. A vital load of two thousands is not very high, rather pretty low, however this indicates that the virus is yet not eradicated. This may not be any danger immediately but it do need treatment until the virus is cleared a stin... | |
Does Iodine aid in treating refractory anemia with ringed sideroblasts?
Hello Docs,I am living with Sideroblastic anemia (RARS per FAB) for the past 10 years. My hemoglobin went down from a steady 6.0 to 4.0 and that was due to Revlimid. Azacytidine temporarily boosted my Hg to 11.5 in 2004, but after that, it too fai... | Hi! RA-RS is an acquired or congenital disorder in the stem cell level and is a dysplastic or pre-neoplastic condition; here there is disturbance in the iron metabolism in the level of mitochondria...Your treatment was going on the right way; but treating this condition would just be a chance factor or the mechanism is... | |
Q. Do ovarian cysts cause pain during pregnancy?
Hello Doctor, I am 30 years old. I am currently 8 weeks and 5 days pregnant. I went for an ultrasound at 5 weeks and there was a gestational sac and a yolk sac. However, I also had a 2 cm luteal cyst on my right ovary and what looked like a hemorrhagic cyst of 3 cm on m... | Hi. Both the cysts one of 2 cm and other of 3 cm, and one luteal cyst and one hemorrhagic cyst respectively are insignificant and has no concern with cancer at this size. On and off pain during pregnancy do happen but this cannot be ignored if it is very severe. You had your USG done at 5 weeks and now you are 8 weeks ... | |
What causes right-sided numbness in the hand and arm while sleeping?
My right hand and arm keep falling asleep at night and when I wake up it takes a long time for the blood to get back to my hand. I usually have to sit up. When I finally get the blood back and go back to sleep it will happen again.This has been going... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.How old are you? I am asking because it may correlate with carpal tunnel syndrome that happens most of the time at the age over of 40 years old. The most frequent sign of these are pain and paresthesia of the hand (which is int... | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it... | |
What causes shortness of breath and extreme fatigue?
I am having weird symptoms went to the hospita twice, my normal doctor and nuerologist. All of the test that have been done come back normal.I am having shortness of breath, extreme fatigue, lightheaded and my body feels heavy to the point I have collased . | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. These symptoms are suggestive of serious cardiovascular disease, e.g., arrhythmia, pulmonary embolism, heart failure. You need to see a cardiologist. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. R... | |
How to heal the torn foreskin after sex?
Hi Doctor, While having sex, my forskin was torn a little near the tip of the penis 3 days back. There was bleeding which stopped after some time.There is no pain as such except while sliding the forskin back for washing. How serious is this & what should I do? Should I consult... | Hi, Yes, betadine will help you. But if there was a scar formation every time you have sex there will be bleeding or if the foreskin tear due to forceful sex or dry sex, drugs will do. If it's due to infection or diabetes then need doctor consultation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you fu... | |
What causes occasional shortness of breath,headache and dizziness?
I am 24 y/o just gave birth 2 weeks ago, went to the ER yesterday due to my HR of 40 and I have occasional shortness of breath, headaches and dizziness. They ran all sorts of tests including chest x ray, chem panel, UA, CBC,thyroid panel, EKG and every... | Certainly your symptoms are due to low heart rate.are you medicine like atenolol or metoprolol which could decrease Heart rate. If not then is the possibility of sick sinus syndrome which is the disease in which pacemaker is dysfunctional and usually treated with pacemaker. To confirm the diagnosis we need to put on h... | |
Suggest medication for vomiting
heloo doctor our doctor has given af kit yesterday to my mom. She has taken medicine yesterday as instructed by gyno doctor all tap in one day. Today morning she is having vomiting. As she is kindney infected patience. I am worried. Shall we take her to doctor as kindney doctor as said ... | HelloWelcome to health care magicThanks for your query.Nausea and vomiting are one of the common side effects of the drugs related to renal disorders. But in your case we cannot be sure of either the drug as caused vomiting or the underlying disease of your mother. Multiple intake of drugs can also cause kidney injury... | |
What is the purpose of administering two shots of Lovenox?
Hi can someone tell me why my nurse gave me to different shots of “LOVENOX” before being discharged when they were already giving me TORDAL (Anti inflammtory)( by IV) and Norco, Acetaminophen, Dilaudid and Morphine( by IV) for my pain. Now I have a pain in my ... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.Lovenox contain low molecular weight heparin. It is used to prevent blood clot. It does not cause blood clot. It prevent the clotting. You may have some risk of blood clotting like deep vein thrombosis so that lovenox is given.Hope I have answered... | |
What could cause tingling in my right arm & fingertips?
I woke up with a strong sensation of tingling in my right arm and fingertips.. It has subsided somewhat over the past 2 hours in my arm but it is still lingering in the tips of my fingers.. I drove myself to the library and noticed also that I have extreme blurre... | Hello, The tingling in your right arm is probably related to a wrong position during sleep, which has lead to a pinched nerve (also called Saturday night palsy). Regarding the blurring vision, I don't think that it is related to the arm tingling. It could be caused by low blood pressure. For this reason, I recommend yo... | |
Stiffness in spine, wrist pain, tailbone pain and chest pain. What is the reason?
Hi, I had fell on my ass skateboarding recently about 8 hours ago, now my tailbone feels really bruised & my upper part around my spine is feels a little stiff like feeling when I move. Kind of like that feeling after you have fell on yo... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The multiple joint pain and stiffness that you are feeling is likely to be due to polyarthralgia or rheumatoid arthritis. You can consult a rheumatologist for proper investigations needed.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal ,... | |
Q. What is causing my tooth pain - cavity, broken tooth or wisdom tooth eruption?
Hello doctor, I am having tooth pain, and I am not sure what the cause is. I do have a cavity on the top row beside my front tooth, but would that affect my bottom teeth too? The pain feels like a dull pressure, so maybe it is the wisdom... | Hi. Your teeth look fine in the picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity), but I suggest you get an appointment with a dentist and get to know what is causing you the pain. Is it the wisdom tooth or the broken tooth or any other tooth having a cavity or is it just a sensitivity. It can be confirmed by a ... | |
Suggest a remedy for hair loss
Dear doctor my name is neda I have a sister. She is 23 years old. She has hair growthing problem on her head since 15 years. In first years of her life, her hairs were dense but suddenly they began to downfall as the skin of her head can be seemed. This matter is in between her brow and... | Hello, I suggest you use Minoxidil 5% solution, 1ml, twice daily. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Kakkar S., Dermatologist | |
What causes prolonged low grade fever in kids?
doctor my ten month old son is suffering from prolonged low grade fever from past 20 days, he is teething as well. He has been administered with 2 courses of antibiotics as well but he is not cured. he has lost weight and is very irritable at nights. what could be the pr... | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic. There are several issues in your kid and I suggest you consult a paediatrician immediately. I have certain questions and possibilities for you.Questions:1. What is his age2. Is there any abdominal pain or distension3. From when did you observe that he is palePossibili... | |
Q. Can Yasmin birth control pill be used as an emergency contraceptive pill?
Hello doctor, My fiancee and I had unprotected sex a few days back, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Just to be on the safer side, we wanted to use the emergency contraceptive pill. But due to some restriction in the country where we live,... | Hi. How are you doing? Yes, as you have heard, Yasmin can be used as an emergency pill. Even if you have not ejaculated into her, she stands a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in contact with her genitals. As soon as ... | |
What causes chest pain while taking breath?
Yesterday I used a lot of clorox while cleaning my sink. I later watched a movie in an area near my kitchen. I had my windows closed and the AC on until it got cooler last night and I opened the windows. Today its like my lungs hurt especially when I inhale. It seems to be g... | Thanks for your question on HCM. In my opinion you are having chemical fume induced bronchitis. Your symptoms like chest pain on inhalation is typically seen in bronchitis. And since you have enough exposure to clorox cleaning solution (chemical) fumes, possibility of chemical bronchitis is more.So take fresh air.Avo... | |
Taken birth control pills. Had unprotected sex. Safe from pregnancy?
Hello, I have completed a full cycle of the birth control pill Apri 28. I started my period on April 1st and ended Friday April the 5th. I took the placebo pills until sunday night when I took the first pill of my cycle. Last night (9th day of my cyc... | HelloThanks for your query.For the first one or two months of birth control, a back up method like condoms is advisable, because the hormonal effect takes some time to kick in.However, as you have consistently used the pill for a month earlier, chances of pregnancy are quite low, although you are never altogether safe.... | |
What causes intense left-sided back pain upon sneezing?
I sneezed about two days ago and got this awful pain on my lower left side more towards my back. It started getting a little better the past few days but I just sneezed again and made it hurt very bad again. Not sure what muscles I pulled but it really hurts. | Hello, Without an exam, I can only give general information, and simple muscle pulls are quite common, aspirin-like drugs are most helpful for the pain. Heating pads are another possibility. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Matt Wachsman, Addiction Medicine... | |
Suggest treatment for high blood pressure
My daughter is pregnant,she almost died from BP staying so high in last pregnancy, she has been feeling dizzy just laying down and feels like shes choking quite often,i dont know how to explain that really, do you think these symptoms have anything to do with her BP? | Hi dear user of HCM!High blood pressure, dizziness, feet edema, troubles with the sight are symptoms that indicate a medical condition of pregnancy that is called preeclampsia and should be taken under control by the doctors at hospital. If your daughter is still having these symptoms go as soon as possible at hospita... | |
Suggest treatment for back pain due to osteoarthritis of the lumbar spine
I have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis of the lumbar spine, degeneration of the L5-S1 disc and osteoarthritis of the SI joints. I am a 53 year old female who loves to hike, swim, yoga etc. but suffer from continual pain everyday. I need a pai... | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. You can try a combination of Ibuprofen- Codeine (200 mg/ 12.8 mg), unless you're not alergic to them. For prolonged use you have to consult your primary care Doctor or Pharmacist, codeine may become addictive. Hope this answers your question. If you hav... | |
What causes irrational fear of everything?
I have a constantly fear. I dont feel safe, not at home, not outside, but still I have friends and a normal life. Its just that sometimes i dont want to go out because i am to afraid of walking home again all by myself. When I am home alone, i feel really bad. I always think ... | There is an inner conflict in your emotions. If you do not resolve this conflict, it will eventually start bothering your mental balance. We all go through a stage when we feel immensely lonely and scared. It looks like you have been staying alone and that's making your thoughts irrational. I would suggest you to start... | |
What causes painful white spot on the roof of the mouth?
Hi, I am a 26 year old male. I've got a 1/4 inch white spot on the left side of the roof of my mouth, towards the back of my mouth. It has increased redness around the spot. Hurts when I drink, swallow, and eat. Also, Hurts throughout my left ear. Any suggest... | thanks for your query, i have gone through your query. the red and white patch or area could be because of the fungal infection like candidiasis(erythematous candidiasis) or errosive lichen planus. consult your oral physician and get yourself completely examined to rule out these conditions. if it is candidiasis you ha... | |
What treatment should I take to lighten the skin on the arms and legs ?
i HAVE UGLY BLACK LEGS & ARMS. hOW DO i LIGHTEN UP? i AM FAIR SKINNED OTHERWISE | Hello! My dear, whatever may happen never refer to yourself as ' ugly'. Beauty is a perception... and its not always external.... ! Dark color of your arms and legs could be due to harmful effects of Sun. First and foremost always apply sunscreen. The right method of application is that apply liberally, 10 - 15 min bef... | |
What causes breathlessness while suffering from high blood Pressure?
hi, My mother 60 year old having High Blood Pressure. Yesterday her BP was 170. Yesterday she has been gone through ECG and it was normal. Presently, she is having no problem but sometimes she tells i am feeling breathlessness while walking. Hence p... | Hello. Thank you for asking on HCM. I carefully read your concerns.It is important that you mentioned the fact that this happens while walking. If she complains about it, it means this shortness of breath is making her upset. There are certain, major lung and heart diseases that present with shortness of breath. My ind... | |
What causes a sebaceous cyst on the abdomen?
Hi I have a sebaceous cyst on my stomach that was very small to start and now is the size of a half dollar. On 7/21 my doctor gave me a steroid shot because the cyst was red and swollen. The cyst is still red and swollen and the skin is peeling. It also hurts very much. I h... | Hi,If there is sebaceous cyst is there, it requires surgery only.Now it looks cyst is infected so it should be removed with sac to get complete cure.Under antibiotic medicine covering go for excisio of cyst with removal of sac.Ok and take care. | |
Suggest treatment for dull lower abdominal pain
I have been getting dull ache pain/cramps in my lower abdomen, I read it could be due to Ovulation and the pain could be implantation pain (falling pregnant) , but I have had the implanon in since last year. Is it still possible? If not, what s the pain I m getting | Hi.Thanks for your query.Read and understood that you are getting pain/cramps in the lower abdomen.Since you are on Implanon, pregnancy or ovulation pain is not possible. There are other reasons of pain in the lower abdomen like:PID- pelvic inflammatory diseaseEnteritisSalpingitis, appendicitisand so on.I would advise ... | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? T... | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just coc... | |
Suggest treatment for soreness in back area after being scratched by a dog
We have a staffy dog and yesterday it scratched my 11 yr old son on the back breaking skin (bled). Today he is saying his back is really sore. It is very tender to touch. Would this just be bruising or should I be concerned about an underlying ... | Hello and Welcome to HCM.Thank You for your query.I can completely understand your concern.Since,your child was scratched by your Dog,I would recommend you to get him a Tetanus toxoid injection,immediately. I need you to do take care of the wound by firstly washing the wound thoroughly with soap water,and savlon,and th... | |
Should medicine be taken for stomach pain after gall bladder operation?
I hve borderline heptamogaly after my gall bladder open surgey i m getting slight pain should i take medicine operation i m getting slight pain in my tummy wher i got opperated my operation was open surgery | HIThank for asking to HCMIt is better not to take any medicine for mild pain, this will be subsided soon have nice day. | |
Should I worry about the mole under my big toe that is growing ?
Hi Doctor, I have a mole under my big toe nail which I noticed about a month ago, my nails have been painted since then and I've just taken the nail polish off and the mole is still there, I think it has grown a little bit. It is dark brown and is not a ... | Hi! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. Although it would need a physical examination to be able to help you better, with the history of the lesion increasing in its size, I would recommend you to observe it closely, not to fiddle with it and see a dermatologist in your area.Thanks for choosing health c... | |
Breast pain, nipple discharge and heaviness of sae, taken primosa, had mammo and ultra sound, had lyposarcoma operated
i am suffering from ocassional breast pain(left 1) and nipple discharge accompanied with heaviness of the sae.i have been prescribed primosa capsules for 3 months. it s been a mon th and their is no c... | Hi,Konikaji, Welcome to HCM, You have not mentioned the report of Mammography and ultra sound of breast. I advice to consult gynaec and get your breast thoroughly examined and get Mammography done. As there is h/o lyposarcoma,you should be careful of not having any such pathology in the breast. Ok and bye. | |
What is the cause of hip pain?
Hi, my daugther was hit by a car as pedestrian on the right hip. She is ok, but soon after the accident she started having hip pain. She was diagnosed with snapping hip six months later, but my question is is it possible that the accident would have been the main reason of her pain and d... | Snapping hip is a condition in which you feel a snapping sensation or hear a popping sound in your hip when you walk, get up from a chair, or swing your leg around.The snapping sensation occurs when a muscle or tendon (the strong tissue that connects muscle to bone) moves over a bony protrusion in your hip.Yes it is po... | |
How long will circumcision take to heal?
Hii Dr. Last Thursday I had circumcision in d morning n 2day is Monday....bt on Sat night I saw swelling jst above d soft skin n on Sunday morning I went for dressing. ...Dr said it s nt a big issue n she dressed a tap on dat swelling...So my question is hw long it will take to... | Hi, You have undergone circumcision operation. Due to the operation, inflammation is very common and so swelling is present due to that. Anti-inflammatory medicine and Chymoral Forte like medicine will be beneficial in your case. It will take one week to two weeks for healing. You can eat a nutritious diet and green le... | |
Have migraine seizure, epilepsy issue. Using buspar, getting pain in throat, mouth full dry. What to do?
sir i want to ask about the medicine , i am using buspar form last 3 days, during mid night i get a pain in my throat and and mouth full dry , and after 3 days a got a flue symptoms ,what should i have to do ? i ha... | hi therei take it from the question that you face migraine and seizuresi also take it you are taking buspar or buspironeand i understand you are having dry mouth with throat pain.first and foremostit seems to me that your throat pain and dryness of mouththey may both be happening due to a urtiie upper respiratory tract... | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late ... | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they shou... | |
Suggest treatment for numbness and burning sensation in the hand
I was diagnosed with aso in my hands years ago they gave me pain meds now the pain I m my hands is some times awful my hands burns go numb then itch when the feeling starts coming back then will be sore for days are there any vitamins to help and what ov... | Hi,Thanks for your query.The abnormal sensations that you have such as burning, numbness are termed peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral Neuropathy is a condition caused by damage to the peripheral nervous system [most commonly seen in diabetic patients]. Another possibility could be nerve compression in spine due to di... | |
Q. How can foreskin be released from head of penis without pain?
Hello doctor,My foreskin is attached to the head of the penis. Is there any solution to release it without pain? | Hi. Phimosis means tight foreskin. In this condition, the foreskin may not be moving freely. There are two ways to treat it. One is medical and other is surgical. I will suggest medical treatment. First pull down the foreskin as down as possible and apply Betamethasone cream on the inner side of foreskin where it is t... | |
Q. Semen volume has drastically reduced after Consistam D. Please suggest a remedy.
Hello doctor, I am a 46 year old male. I was diagnosed with prostatomegaly (enlarged prostate, 23.48 gm) with significant post void urine volume (86 ml). The doctor prescribed Consistam D once daily. After taking for 40 days, the urge ... | Hello. I think 23 g prostate is not very enlarged. These sexual symptoms are due to Dutasteride which is one of the contents of Consistam D. I think you should stop Consistam D and take only Tamsulosin 0.4 mg. (you do not require Dutasteride). Semen volume is low because of Tamsulosin but that is not a problem (it is c... | |
What is an alternative of Atorvastatin for the treatment of high cholesterol levels?
Hi, My doctor prescribe me Atorvastatin 20mg a day because my cholesterol was high. HDL 55 LDL148 Triglycerides 110 VLDL 22 TOTAL Cholesterol 225 I saw to many side effect for this medicine. What you recommend. I eat healthy, go to gy... | Hello, Diet along with regular medications. kindly consult with a dietitian. kindly do regular exercise for 30 to 45 mins per day. still for high cholesterol, consult with your physician and after consultation you can increase the dose of the tab. Atorvastatin. keep yourself hydrated. Hope I have answered your query. L... | |
Can Flexeril be taken for anxiety while on Xanax and Temazepam?
my brother takes Xanax twice a day for anxiety. he also takes temazepam 15mg at bedtime which is supposed to help him sleep. The Xanax does not help his anxiety it sometimes makes him combative. I was wondering if I give him a flexaril will it help to rel... | Thank you for using our Ask A Doctor service. I hope this message is of some help to you. Please feel free to ask further if necessary.Absolutely not. These medications are dangerous when mixed. Do not give Flexeril. | |
Abdominal and testicular pain, pricking leg pain. Tests showed high SGOT, ultrasound showed fatty liver grade one changes. What could the cause be?
Sir I have lower abdominal pain and pain radiating to left leg. On consultation and urine test, UTI diagnosed and treated with cefixime . After one week, pain stopped and ... | Dear Friend.Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I understand your concern.Fatty liver can be of 2 types:1. Alcoholic Fatty Liver disease2. Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver disease.I would advise you following:1. In case you take alcohol, stop taking it.2. Get HbsAg, Anti HCV Antibody.3. Complete Liver Function test.4. Up... | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late ... | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they shou... | |
What causes fever, weakness and red eyes in a child?
My 9-year-old daughter has a high fever (103), really red eyes, is extremely weak (has difficulty standing), and has been sleeping a lot. Otherwise she shows no other troubles besides an occasional hoarse throat (no runny nose, no cough, no rashes). She also has ver... | Hi, Fever of few days without any localizing signs could as well a viral illness. Usually rather than fever, what is more important is the activity of the child, in between 2 fever episodes on the same day. If the kid is active and playing around when there is no fever, it is probably viral illness and it doesn't requi... | |
What causes yellowish colour with brown chunks in semen?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... Hi I'm an 18 year old male and I've found what I thought was blood in my semen a few weeks ago i got shot in he nut with an airsoft gun point blank and it hurt like hell sence then ... | Hello,I suggest you to visit your doctor as trauma could be a source of infection and due to pus its color might be yellow with chunks. Other possible reason could be due to breakdown of blood after trauma in testis that is coming out with semen. I need you to undergo some tests like semen analysis, cultures and ultras... | |
What could abdominal cyst suggest?
I have had a pain in my left side for months. At first I was diagnosed with costochondritis?But the pain seems to have centered around my left abdomen my doctor is sending me for an ultrasound but it could take a month to get an appointment. It felt like something popped I my stomach... | Costocondritis and abdominal pain not related, cyst most commom in pancreas or some times in spleen, but cyst r not found in stomach,if u r alcoholic, chance of pseudo cyst more in pancreas, cyst of spleen r cum by birth, but ultrasound req for diagnosis of cyst..if pancreatic cyst it disapper mostly if not disappear... | |
What are the risks of low IgA levels in blood?
Hello, our 10 year old son had an IGA test completed. His results on his Kaiser lab results show 0.14 and it indicates that the standard is Can you help me interpret this because I read on your site that a low IGa can be a risk for developing some sort of autoimmune disea... | Hi,Thanks for asking.Based on your clinical history and query, my opinion is as follows:1. When there is complete absence of IgA and it cannot be detected, it is called as IgA deficiency.2. Malnutrition is one of the commonest cause of IgA deficiency. 3. Rheumatoid arthritis can be genetically inherited. However, there... | |
Taking entecavir, baraclude. What is the problem?
I am taking entecavir (baraclude) during the last four years ( 0.5mg/day). I. m a 61 year old man with a very good health except for being HbsAg positive. Normal liver funcion. After that Im lost 80% of my erection . All my hormones test are norma Entecavir, itself cou... | Hi,Thanks for posting your query.You are having erectile dysfunction.Erectile dysfunction is not a known side effect of entecavir.It could be part of aging process or due to organic causes like diabetes.Consult an urologist/endocrinologist for evaluation of your erectile dysfunction.I hope that answers your question.Re... | |
What causes clear discharge from penis after intercourse?
My boyfriend penis is having a clear discharge and he is blaming me for it? Can you please advice me of what is going on? Whenever we had sex he said he got two days later. I know I had a little discharge because my period was about to start. Does this affect h... | Hi, Noted the history and understood your concerns. This is a typical history wherein there is clear discharge from urethra throughout irrespective of whether the penis is flaccid or erected. This occurs in urethritis and/or prostatitis. It is good that STDs are normal. I would advise you the following in such a situat... | |
Suggest remedy for tenderness in left wrist
I was playing volleyball and noticed my left wrist was swollen on the right side where my vein is. I put ice on it and it became extremely sensitive to the touch and painful. It is less swollen now after 8 hours but still extremely sensitive. Also, now when I put it down and... | Dear patientLooking at your symptoms it is clear that there is either a ligament or bone injury inside.The primary step is to get an x ray done and rule out any injury. Then you may also need an mri to see for ligament injury.Get investigated.and revert back with with x rays as the primary screening.Thanks. | |
Have back pain and unable to sleep. Stool is pink. Had urine infection. Solution?
hi, im a 33 year old woman. i have felt unwell for two days, yesterday a dull to sharp pain came on my right side, under my ribs, going through to my back. when i pressed the pain, it hurt more on release. i also noticed my stool was pin... | Hello, thanks for using HCM. From the description, the pain sounds as though a peritoneal irritation pain which will occur if any of the organs covered with peritoneum is inflamed. Appendicitis a common cause of pain in the right side of the abdomen that has to be ruled out. It is associated with fever, pain in the rig... | |
What caused severe pain in my chest and back?
Center Chest pain last night stabbing pain shooting through to my back coughing throat a little sore. Blood Pressure 147/76 on bp medication at night. I am 68 yr women, about 40 lbs overweight. I have CMT, Arthritis and djd of joints and spine. My question is: Should I be ... | Hello, Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to a lung infection. Pulmonary embolism cannot be excluded either. For this reason, I recommend performing some tests: - a resting ECG - a chest X-ray study - complete blood count, PCR, ESR for inflammation - D-dimer plasma levels. Hope ... |
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