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Is angiography required to be done immediately after angioplasty?
my mother in law had a Angioplasty surgery done yesterday night.. now tommorow morning again we have been told a angiography will be done. A angiography was done before the operation yesterday. Then is it neccesary to do it again immediately after the ... | Hello I have gone through your query.Thanks for using HCM.Routinely angiography is not needed after angioplasty .But under special circumstances when primary angioplasty is done in critical situation then only one needs either check angio or to tackle remaining blocks.My best wishes Dr.Rajesh Teli,MD. | |
Need medication for swollen lymph node on the junction of the thigh
I have a swollen lymph node in the juction of my thigh where the crease is, with a couple of pea size noduls beside it. They don t hurt, and aren t tender it seems, but I m concerned. I have no insurance and can t afford a dr. Is this anything to worr... | Hello, It could be due to some local inflammation or infection in the nearby region. As a first line management, you can start a short course of antibiotics. If the nodes persist for very long duration, a fine needle biopsy may be considered for a diagnosis. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist ... | |
What does SGPT - 51 IU/L,gamma GT 61 IU/L and Bilirubin 0.4 suggest?
my SGPT found 51 IU/L , GAMMA GT 61 IU/L ans S. Direct Bilirubin 0.4 - rest of the liver porfile are in the range. I am 36 years old not ever take alcohal and smoking, my mistake is that i have tested the blood when i was taking antibiotic. Doctor su... | hi welcome to health care magic as you are not an alcoholic you need to undergo testing for hepatitis B and C infectious. If they are negative, you can ignore the mildly elevated liver enzymes. They are probably normal for your body fat and weight. All the best. | |
Suggest medication to increase the skin tone
Sir. My skintone normal color (lite dark). I consult a dermotalagist. He suggest use brite cream and mometasone furoate cream for one month.bt I noticed by this website these creams gives harmful results by using long period. My skintone oily type and my age 23 male. Plz su... | Hello, Thank you for posting on HCM.Complexion of any person is has two components; constitutive, one which is predetermined by genetics and racial factors and usually cannot be changed with any treatment. The other component is due to external agents like environmental exposure, sunlight, use of any cosmetics etc and ... | |
Taking danazol to increase platelet and hemoglobin count, have cough with blood, also high BP and cholesterol. Take valsartan?
my dad as been dealing with a low platelet and hemoglobin count for 2 years. He has been on danazol 200mg for most of the time which has brought is platelets up to 70,000 and hemoglobin up to ... | HIThank for asking to HCMI can understand it, if your dad have had a history of frequent blood in cough then it has to be investigated because low platelet does not cause this thing the cough stain with blood comes very late in platelet crisis, there must be some other lung tissue issue and need to be investigated, lon... | |
What causes bruising and inflammation at injection site?
My daughter had MMR Varicella DTaP and IPV shots Tuesday.she got a briuse at the injection sight which has turned into a huge red and blue area on her leg which is very warm to the touch.it is now Friday and it justs seems to be getting worse is this normal or s... | Hi...this looks like a hematoma or bleeding into the muscle. This is not a normal reaction for the vaccine. Be under followup with your pediatrician regarding this. If this is increasing in size then she needs evaluation for bleeding disorder.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
What is the right dose of celestamine tablet?
got an allergy spreading all over my body.. what's the right dosage if i'll take celestamine table? or how many tablets a day? | Hi ilhen; welcome to HealthcareMagic Celestamine or for that matter any anti allergic should be taken after consulting a doctor.The dose of all medicines depends on body weight of a patient and is calculated accordingly.Please always consult a doctor in case of allergic reactions. Thanks | |
Q. Why are there muscle cramps after having had total thyroidectomy?
Hello doctor, I had total thyroidectomy three months ago. I have been on 100 mcg Levothyroxine since day one. I feel always cold, body hair would shed more than normal, muscle cramps occur fairly easily, and low energy levels. I have had Graves disea... | Hello. I just read your query and from what you have mentioned it appears that you have well-controlled thyroid function test. In view of the hair fall and muscle cramps, I would suggest that you have your vitamin D level tested. I suggest you take tablet Neurobion Forte (multivitamin) twice a day for a month for muscl... | |
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 bone overgrowth in mouth
My daughter has blood clots, is on a HUGE dose of Coumadin, has an extreme bone overgrowth in her mouth, & has a softball size solid mass on her right shoulder that has been growing down into her chest wall for over a year. She is also passing what looks like fat & blood ... | Thank you for using HCM. I am sorry for your daughter's suffering. By description given it seems like Ewing's sarcoma which needs to be confirmed through Histopathology and immunohistochemistry. Please visit an oncologist at the earliest for confirmation as the survival span decreases with metastatic finding if it is E... | |
What could be the reason for having swelling in legs after taking medicine for infertility treatment?
hi, My age is 44 years and I have been undergoing infertility treatment for past 6 months. I have done IUI in Oct but no results. Next cycle was put on medicines and after 44 days my legs started to swell. Had met the... | Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum. The causes of the swelling of the feet are hypovitaminosisB, anemia, heart failure, etc. I advise you to consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment. In such a health condition, with one mature follicle, t... | |
What could the dull ache in back be?
Hello, I am concerned about an dull aching right side, that moves more towards my back, but not low back. Will sometimes move from right hip inward. This does leave for a few days but returns. I have had an ultra sound and cat scan done, with results showing nothing of concern. Hav... | Hi, thanks for posting your concern in the HCM.Dull aching pain in the back may be due to several reasons, which need to be excluded by further evaluation.This may be due to1. Mechanical back pain. This may be due to faulty posture or injury to paraspinal muscles due to any reason. The former cause seems to be more lik... | |
Chronic backache, history of accident. Will it turn into something life threatening?
chronic dull uncomforble backache upper right part of body...almost where the right my right shoulder blade is...Had an accident as well 15 years ago. Fell from about 7 meters high, Probably landed on my right back, as where where i g... | Consult a specialist get clinically examined and get at least X-rays done. If it is not continuous since incident then it may be unrelated to that incident. Seeing your long history it does not seem life threatening but get checked. | |
What causes blood in urine when suffering from kidney stones?
Hi I am a 40yr old woman who has a constant problem with kidney stones and kidney infections and uti s with blood in my urine sometimes the blood is visible and sometimes its not but the test always shows at e least a trace of blood in my urine it is also v... | Good Day and thank you for being with Healthcare Magic! Kidney stones usually cause bleeding whenever they cause abrasion anywhere on the urinary tract. often times kidney stones harbor bacteria thereby causing urinary tract infection and may cause further bleeding in the urinary tract. The lining of the urinary tract ... | |
Suggest treatment for depression , anxiety and mood disorders
Hello doctor. I am having my exams after 2 months.I am a undergraduate part-1 student of b.sc. I started my session well but lost studying habbit later .Now exams are only 55days away. I fear that i will fail or not perform well. I have 6 subjects to cover.... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. You are having performance anxiety. You need to understand education and related attributes. Dear, You must be able to understand Concentration, attention span, recollection and distraction. If you are able to watch a movie for two hours continuously, if you a... | |
How can anxiety associated with withdrawal from Fentanyl Patch be eliminated?
how can eliminate anxiety from withdrawl from fentanyl pain patch. I have weaned myself from 50mcg to 6mcg. have been on the 6 mcg dose for month. cant go more than 4-5 days w/o changing patch. my pcp gave me buspar and lyrica with Xanax as ... | as per my opinion drug you were prescribed is good. if you not relive your anxiety with this medicine than do relaxation Therapy and yoga which will definitely help you. | |
Suggest treatment for cerebral palsy
Hi, my son having AML(M5) diagnosed in Mac. After his 3rd chemo(Jun) , he has "celebral palsy" . Supposed to do stem cell transplant but had a relapse. Will bone marrow test makes him weaker? He did tests on 6 and 28 Sept. Will he be affected when he goes thru his transplant? 3 mon... | cerebral palsy is a term usually reserved specifically for the weakness secondary to a pre or peripartum vascular event that affected the motor tracts. it is unclear what they're trying to communicate to you but the general idea is that your son had damage to the motor tracts. the degree to which he will recover depen... | |
Q. Is it possible to get extreme nausea, acid reflux, fatigue, and weight loss due to gallstone?
Hello doctor, I am 41 years old, male. I have symptoms of extreme nausea, acid reflux, fatigue, and weight loss. Ultrasound shows gallstone. I have enclosed the report. The doctor wants to do a HIDA scan and remove the gal... | Hello. First, gallstones in itself require treatment. The only treatment for 10 mm size stone is surgery. Medication will not reduce it. Untreated gallstone at your age may lead to complications. Your second query regarding whether symptoms of acid reflux are associated with gallstones are not. That is difficult to ans... | |
Psoriasis, scales on scalp, itching. Breast surgery done, severe outbreak on chest, back. Treatment?
I have had psoriasis for five yrs and it has gradually become worse. my scalp has scales and IF have tried everything to relieve the itching an embarassment of it. My back and chest broke out worse after I had breast s... | psoriasis in latest studies is shown as chronic inflamation of one or more common foods we use dalyit increases when immunity go down due to any reason you need to get blood serum tests for spcific antibodies for milk wheat potato chana rice nuts ewgg and other food you take daily and eliminate accoeding to results and... | |
What causes a painful lump on my upper back?
I have a hard lump on my upper back and its been there for over 2 years with no pain and the only reason i know its there is my wife asked me about it one night and asked me what it was and if it hurt at all at the time no it did not hurt but i had a doctor look at it anywa... | Hi,Dear,Thanks for your query to HCM.Studied your query in full depth of its details.Reviewed it in context of your health concerns.Based On the facts,You seem to suffer from-Lipoma on the Back with Dercum's Disease Type-A painful version of the Benign Lipoma.or/ it could be a -Sebaceous Cyst with Hematoma and infectio... | |
High levels of ESR, CRP, intense lower back pain radiating to buttocks, back of foot with occasional heaviness, numbness and tingling. Cause?
I had high levels of both Esr (76) and CRP (19), over the past 6months there has been terrible lower back pain sometimes going down my buttocks , the back of the leg to the foot... | ESR CAN BE ALSO RAISE DUE INFECTION AND CRP DUE TO INFLAMMATION,THIS DOESNT MAKE ANY OF UR DIAGNOSIS CONFIRMED U SHOULD GET INVESTIGATED PROPERLY MRI LUMBAR SPINE WITH PELVIC SCREENING ,HLAB27, Treatment-tab ultracet 1tab thrice a day tab.rabeprazole 20mg once a day Once u get investigated then further treatment can be... | |
What causes rashes on upper part of arms and chest while on Temazepam?
I have recently started taking Temzepam for sleep in the last month. I am outside in the sun and in a pool in Florida. I am wondering if the rash could be caused by the Temzepam? I have been in pool and out in sun for 2 months rash did not start un... | Hello, Increased sensitivity to sun light is common side effect with Temazepam use and it is possible that Temazepam is a potential cause for rash on sun exposed area of body. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ashok Kumar, Psychiatrist | |
Should my husband take Aspirin?
My husband age 57 has recently had chest pains. He had nuclear heart test. His heart muscle has thickened. He is in very good shape and very athletic. Very low resting heart rate. Should he not exercise- take aspirin. He can't get in to cardiologist for couple of weeks | Hi,Dear,Thanks for your query to HCM.Dear I read your query and reviewed it with context to your query facts.Based on the facts of your query, you seem to suffer from-HCM-Hypertrophic CardioMyopathy-or/ ?HOCM-it obstructive variant from Subaortic stenosis.Chest pains in this scenario-needs to be assessed carefully,as t... | |
What causes abdominal pain and chest pain with painful mole on breast?
I am 18 years old and I have abdominal pain for 4 months. I also feel chest pain, and a dark-like mole grew on my breast, i believe it is not a mole. It hurts so much when touch or when im wearing tight clothes especially when im wearing bra.. and ... | Hi. Abdominal pain with no menstruation can have many reasons related to uterus and tube, for which you need to for for clinical evaluation by Gynecologist and ultrasonography of abdomen. A black mole like thing on the chest needs to be biopsied . | |
Why does urine of a baby smell acidic?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type Hi my daughter is 8 months old and my husband says her urine smells like bacon at times it smells acidic but not bacon what s wrong and lately not drinking as much as she should not eating much but for the most of the t... | Hello,If the baby's growth and development are normal and she is attending all developmental milestones normally then I do not think that you should be worried about her.But abnormal urine smell is suggestive of inborn error of metabolism sometimes.I suggest that you get a urine IEM screen done and then if everything i... | |
What causes cream colored stool?
Hi, my 22 month old daughter recently has had some weird colored stools-pale tan, cream colored. Her doctor was concerned about her liver. Her ALP (ALK PHOS) level was 414 and SGOT WAS 51. Her doctor said they were normal for her age and wasnt concerned, but I am! Should I be? | Hi... your doctor is Right. Please do not worry. Rather than going by the test reports, it us always see the kid in dn overall way and decide. If the kid is otherwise active with normal appetite and other daily activities you need not worry about her. Always remember that - AN ACTIVE KID IS A WELL KID.Regards - Dr. Sum... | |
What is the lump on back of my head?
I slipped on ice 5 days ago and fell back and hit my head. i never lost consciouness or vomited. A lump appeared right away on the back of my head. I had a headache shortly after and now my head is just tender and a mild headache occasionaly. Should i be worried or am i fine? | 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 following symptoms following Head injury require evaluation by a Neurosurgeon1. Loss of Consciousness2. Fits 3. Headache 4. Vomiting 5. Diz... | |
Suggest treatment for epididymitis
Yes i was diagnosed with epididymitis on sunday and i ve been taking bactrum for the infection but the swelling doesnt seem to be going away? So about how long does it take for the swelling to start to go down? Urine and ultrasound came back Negative | Hi.I would suggest to my own patients to get ayurveda classic medicines such as Chanderprabha vati and Arogyavardhini Vati regularly for few weeks to combat this condition and also to create immunity in the system.Hope it helps. If any further information required, pl write direct question.Hope it helps. | |
How to cure burning pain on the right leg?
Dr. I am 67, overweight, and diabetic. I have had a left knee revision in 2013. I have been experiencing pain in both knees, right leg a burning pain in my right leg up thigh, an into my right hip and waist. I sometime can t lift that right leg very well without nlifting. I s... | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have burning pain on the right leg. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query , but in your case the symptoms are probably due to meralgia paresthetica. The cause of meralgia paresthetica is compression of the nerve that su... | |
What are the symptoms of ovarian cancer?
Received pelvic/transvaginal us, results are in however, I've only been able to view because of employment through the hospital. I am concerned with the findings, i am 38 yo., 3 live births(2 by c-sec), and one ectopic preg. My uterus was found to be heterogeneous and enlarged ... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. symptoms of ovarian cancer are abdominal pain, abdominal mass etc. You may have simple cyst or chocolate cyst or some other pathology. You should go for CA 125 level and follow up ultrasound abdomen. It will help you to find exact cause. Then ... | |
What causes nightmares, weight gain, tremors, hair loss after stopped taking epilim?
I have recently gone of epilim which I was taking for bipolar II. I suffered from nightmares, weightgain, tremors and hair loss. It was very rocking emotionally coming off the medication, I have been completely off for one week now an... | Hi,Epilim intake can result in common side effects that are mild and exists for short span. It includes:- Nausea or vomiting, changes in appetite and weight, diarrhea- Bleeding, tender or enlarged gums- Irregular menstrual cycle and abdominal cramps- Brain symptoms like headache, TREMORS , dizziness, unsteadiness when ... | |
What is the cause of rash on hands and what is the suggested medication?
Hi Dr. Samuel, Recently I have skin hives, raised, pink, itchy rash on my hands. I am thinking it is from the seafood allerge. I want to buy antihistamine in the drug store. There are many kinds similar antihistamine. In my case which one I shoul... | hi there.1. acute urticaria manifests in the form of hives.2. we term hives as urticarial wheals.3. we can't differentiate the source of hives, since hives are symptoms not the signs of a particular trigger. 4. you can try any brand levocetrizine 10 mg once daily bed time, it's H2 blocker along with bipotastine 10 mg ... | |
What causes weird taste in mouth?
I have had a weird taste in my mouth for at least 2 months. My mouth also seems dry. I have tried different mouth rinses including Biotene. Nothing seems to work. Even the food I eat doesn't taste like it should.I was just at the dentist and have no known problems. | Hello,There are conditions that change the oral environment that affect the sense of taste. Any recent change in habits or diet? This includes dental products used, quitting smoking and recent dental procedures. Gastric changes and sinus congestion may be triggers for your symptoms as well. Dry mouth can be a definite ... | |
What causes transient stomach pain in a child?
My 5 yo son has been experiencing transient stomach pain (around his belly button) for the last 3-4 weeks which lasts between 5 & 30mins. He complaints of being puffed out when running a short distance & has been quite irritable & cries easily. He woke up last night at 4a... | Hi...by what you quote this could be chronic pain abdomen. Most of the times we do not find a reason for it even after extensive investigations. I have a few questions and suggestions for you - Questions-1. How many months is he having the problem?2. Is there any family history of gall or kidney stones?3. Did he have u... | |
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 --> | |
Suggest treatment for pain on the lower side of the rib cage
I have light pain on the lower left side of my ribs. The last time I experienced this was a couple months ago. Also,though I don t know if this has anything to do with this, but I m experiencing shortening of breath. I feel like no matter how much air I brea... | Hi,Thanks for your query.Firstly the pain under the left side of the rib cage may be due to Gastritis(Inflammation of the stomach). I advise would be to avoid spicy and greasy food. Prescribe proton pump inhibitors like omeprazole. A gastroscopy will help in the diagnosis.Secondly it may be due to pancreatitis(Inflam... | |
Suggest remedy for soreness and pain after toe amputation
My husband has diabetes and has had a toe amputation. It has been two months or more and it doesn t seem better to me, it is red and kind of passed where the toe was. His doctor gave him and antibiotic round and then nothing, but change the dressing every two d... | Hi, As he is having diabetes with non healing toe amputation wound, it requires urgent attention to stop infection going up.Consult Diiabetes foot expert as there might be risk of having gangrene.Ok and take care. | |
What causes persistent fever and infections in a 13 month old?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... Hi, My 13 months baby has fever and ear infections continuosly from 4 months. She has used antibiotics 4 times below one year and from January she used 3 times. Today we went t... | Hello. I just read through your question.Yes, it is safe to use the antibiotics. However, the number of infections so far warrants further investigation. I recommend consulting with a pediatric ENT. They may be able to help prevent these infections from continuing to happen. | |
Q. Are depression, overthinking, excessive or less sleep, and headache symptoms of pyscho?
Hello doctor, I am a 21-year-old female. I am undergoing deep depression and overthinking. Excessive sleep or sleepless nights. Severe headache and spinal cord pain and knots in various body parts. Am I becoming a pyscho? | Hello. You appear to be stressed, which can be affecting your mood and cause bodily symptoms. You are not becoming a psycho. Speak to your family or parents about your problems. Do not struggle by keeping things to yourself. Speak to a trusted person. Try to address any ongoing issues that may be causing more stress. T... | |
Intense pain, burning sensation on abdomen, post radiations for advanced stage internal shingles. Tests showed cysts in kidney, uterus, spleen, diverticulitis, gall bladder removed. Remedy?
For the past 4 months I have had mostly left side radiation to center of abdomen. My doctor is treating me for advanced stage int... | as per your statement, you have a cyst in kidney, may cause sometimes radiates pain and burning pain in abdomen. | |
What causes burning sensation in the nipples in a 51-year-old man?
Dear Doctor, - Iam 51 years old -Male - Wt=70 kgs, Since morning today after bath I could feel burning sensation in both my nipples lasting for more than 2 hrs. Iam using the regular soap and has not undergone any physical strain recently. I do not hav... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Possible causes are 1. Friction of clothing associated with running or exercise is one of the most common causes of nipple pain in men. Aptly named ‘runner’s nipple,’ the condition speaks for itself. 2. I also see this in pat... | |
Suggest treatment for boil in roof of mouth
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here..From time to time,I get a boil in the roof of my mouth. I can most of the time I can bust it and pus will come out of it and it will go away,This time pus came out but there is still a small boil ... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The boil in the roof of the mouth could be because of the tooth infection like periapical abscess. or the boil can also occur secondary to the herpes virus infection.If it is a periapical abscess then get the tooth treated with RCT or extraction.Meanwhile you can ta... | |
Suggest treatment for high blood pressure
My mom she is 59yrs old she has BP and diabetes.2 year s ago her sodium went down low and she was unconscious for a day in hospital and recovered fine. but nowadays and especially last 6 months her BP goes to 190 for few min and drops back to 130 that time she feels dizzy,wobb... | Hi, Your mother should control her blood pressure and blood sugar level as well in their normal levels....she can take amlodipine tab to do so. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist | |
Congestion in nose, throat, blood in mucus in the morning, dry nasal passage with dried blood. Have sinus headache. Allergies?
I am experiencing very bad seasonal allergies. I wake up with congestion in my nose and throat, and when I blow my nose the first few times in the morning, there is blood (fresh, red blood). ... | Take MONTELUKAST WITH LEVOCTRAZINE TABS 1 tab.once a day at night for 1 month,then only MONTELUKAST for another 2 months along with nasal drops of NORMAL SALINE 3 TIMES A DAY may solve your problem. | |
Q. I have Still's disease from 15 years. Can I take steroids for bodybuilding?
Hello doctor, I am suffering from Still’s disease from the past 15 years, and I was 13 years old at that time. Now I am 28 years old, and I have no problems from the disease since the past seven years. The treatment was with Methotrexate an... | Hi. I hope it helps you. If you have any further query, please ask me. For further queries consult a rheumatologist online --> | |
Q. What can I do to unblock my ear and resolve tinnitus?
Hello doctor, I had an upper respiratory tract infection which is now resolved. It was in the acute phase. I had a very painful earache. I am fine now except for a blocked right ear with tinnitus (ringing) and muffled hearing. I can feel a crackling sensation in... | Hello. According to your symptoms, it looks like you had an acute otitis media. It is common to have a blocked ear after the infection is resolved. You need to do a pure tone audiometry with impedance audiometry to know about your middle ear status and to know about tinnitus. Since you have taken antibiotics, I suggest... | |
What causes pain and heaviness in upper legs?
Hi I had a complete hysterectomy due to a diagnosis of uterine cancer. My surgery was Mar 2. Both my upper legs become very painful and feel heavy and it s hurts to get up from a sitting position, to step up or while lying in bed. I have slight numbing on my right upper th... | Good morning. The cause of your back ache and pain in thighs can be1. venous thrombosis of legs2. due to some spine related problemYou can undergo venous doppler study of lower limbs and MRI of the spine to rule out any diseaseregards | |
Have PCOD, irregular periods. Taken Krimson. Done laparoscopy. Suggested IUI
I am indrajit from chinsurah,my wife name is Anwesha Chatterjee(24).3 yrs married.She has PCOD ,irregular period.continue treatment for last 2.5 yrs.we want baby.Starting of treatment my doctor suggest him to take KRIMSON 35 for 6 months.then... | Hi Indrajit, Good solution for PCOD problem is to modify her lifestyle with good diet (avoid too much oil, sweets) & regular exercise (30 minutes daily). It will help to conceive faster. As she is not ovulating regularly on her own she will need assistance in the form of tablets (Ubiphene which she is already taking). ... | |
I have a bump on my head and it is painful. Is it brain tumor?
Hi. Im am 16 years of age and yesterday I Noticed a Somewhat medium sized( about the size or a quarter or Slightly bigger) bump on my head Close to my ear. It Is Hard and the area around it is Painful.Im Not Not sure What it is. Can someone help? Could it ... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.A bump on your head for a while, that is hard and firm might be a cyst arising from your scalp. It may or may not be arising from the skull. If it has been present for a long time and is slowly growing, then it must be a benign lesion. In benign firm lesion, they can be osteoma, epidermoid cyst... | |
What causes heart palpitations with lung cancer?
My mother has lung cancer. She has it nearly 1 year. They only gave her 6 to 9 months, but she is still with us, thank god, but she is having heart palpitations, not when she's stressed, at night when she goes to bed, is usually when her heart races, she says its all o... | Any form of cancer increases the need for oxygen , a healthy heart compensates by beating faster and stronger , this forceful beating of the heart gives rise to subjective feeling of palpitation. Also secondary factors like decrease in hemoglobin ( anemia ) , infection and other extra cardiac factors may increase the... | |
Q. What does positive strep test mean?
Hi doctor, I am 24 years old. I have had a sore throat every day for almost a month. I had antibiotics already, but it did not work. What could be wrong with me? It is chronic and I have been more tired with this. Sometimes, I am getting a fever and belly pain. My laboratory test... | Hello. I understand that you have done strep test, which is a rapid test to find out whether the pharyngitis has bacterial origin. The strep test is positive and this means most probably the Streptococcus pyogenes detected in your throat is the causative organism for the pharyngitis. The strep throat infection has to b... | |
What causes abnormal thinking, aggressiveness and behavioral changes while on Lametec?
Hi my wife is taking latetec 50 DT and frisium 10 mg for last 6 yearsnow i am seeing following changes in her behaviourabnormal thinking (disorientation or loss of sense of reality) * agitation * behavioural changes, including... | Hello and thanks for your query.Lametec and Frisium are antiepileptic medication. So, I presume that your wife is suffering from a seizure disorder.The recent symptoms which you have described could be indicative of psychotic disorder. However, a detailed history and psychological assessment are necessary to confirm t... | |
Suggest remedy for back pain
sir i had a severe fall with my back facing the ground. at that time there was a little pain and a small bruise outside. now after a year i am getting severe pain every now and then. i used to have normal back pain earlier but it used to subside with some rest.But after the fall it is not... | Hi,Your problem might be due to some osteo artheritis changes in your affected vertebrae giving this problem.In injured spines or joints there might be early changes of degenerative problem.Go for x-ray lower vertebrae.Go for back extension exercise daily.Avoid heavy weight lifting.Ok and take care. | |
Irregular periods, cystic ovaries. On infertility treatment. Severe bleeding. Can I take primolut?
hi , my name is wardah i m from bahrain . i m pt' of infertility from last 5 yr knon i m having treatment. my doc told me that i have cyctic ovaries that why my cycle is irregular. so she gave me GLUCOPHAGE 500 MG. know ... | Hi,Thanks for your query. I read your query and I understand your concerns. Following is my reply:1) I dont think it has got to do anything with medicines.2) It is common to have heavy flow or some other cycle variations some times. Hence I suggest you dont worry about it.3) Dont take any medicine without consulting do... | |
What causes cramps in hips, back, and waist?
For 3 days I have had cramp like pain on my left side, hip and Lower front and back. I feel the pain while I sleep anything I do, I feel this stabbing pain. Today I notice it itches and I don t really feel my self scratching. A numbness feeling. Do you know what this is? | Hi, It seems to be a muscle spasm, give hot fomentation, apply diclofenac gel, take bed rest, over the counter painkillers, if not relieved within 3 days consult your nearest hospital. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
What causes burning lump on the breast?
i have a small lump on my left breast i have been to have it checked and had a mamogram no cancerous cells where found i missed a appointment for a checkup last july 2011 and just today i have been experiencing a stinging/burning feeling coming from the lump in my breast | A lump in the breast requires triple evaluation in the form of examination, mammograms and needle aspiration. A burning lump could be an abscess or fibroadenosis or malignancy. As it was present earlier and has now developed symptoms, it has more risk of malignancy. This increases if your age is more than 45. It requi... | |
How to treat tooth ache with neck pain?
Hi I am having really bad tooth ache probably root canal it's causing serious migraine and now i feel like i'm having some pain around the neck area i'm afraid it can be hypothyroidism what should i do? i'm 23 years old, wight about 94 lbs, and is about 4 feet 10 inches | Hello!Thank you for posting here.Tooth ache can radiate to the neck,face, head and neck.Do not panic.This will reduce once the treatment is done for the infected tooth.Get a x-ray taken in the infected tooth.Take a course of amoxicillin 500 and metronidazole to subside the infection.However, complete elimination of the... | |
What causes sticking of tongue outside and sleeplessness in babies?
Good day, my 2 1/2 month baby is bringing out her tongue every now and then even after eating, she cries and dont sleep much. and stopped bottle feeding and want the breast instead. then today she had a green poop but previously had a poop yellowish b... | Hello,I can understand your concern. As you have rightly assumed, your daughter is going through the teething process. As new teeth are erupting in her mouth, she feels uncomfortable with the new feeling in her mouth. Because of this feeling, she is sticking out her tongue repeatedly. As she will get used to teeth in m... | |
What does positive for HBsAG mean?
Hello, I was medically tested for visa purpose and found Hbsag positive and Hbeag negative.what does it mean?and lft is normal Do I have Hepatitis B or not? Please tell me whether I m medically cleared or not?Will I get visa or not?Please tell me.I am much worried. | Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. HBsAg is the surface antigen of the hepatitis B virus (HBV). Positive test indicates presently you are having hepatitis B infection. Positive HBsAg tests can be due to recent vaccination against Hepatitis B virus. However, this positivity is unlikely to persist beyond 14 days post-vaccina... | |
Q. After removing tonsil stones, I get uncomfortable feel while swallowing with a bump in throat. Please help.
Hi doctor, I had a tonsil stone removed a few days ago thinking that is what I was feeling in my throat but it was not. There is something else I feel when I swallow. It does not hurt but just uncomfortable. ... | Hello. I went through the picture you sent. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The throat, especially the posterior pharyngeal wall and palatine pillars appear a bit congested. Now, this could be due to a few reasons either allergy and repeated throat itch, infection, flu, and acid reflux. There also se... | |
Could the removal of bump below the collar bone harmful?
Hi my daunghter has a tuberculous lymphadenitis said by his doctor and was treated 9 mos.of antibiotics but it doesn t work! It became a little bigger now. The size about half of an egg below collarbone ..is there any option how can i know the real results or ca... | Hi! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.If I were your doctor, after the apparent failure of the antibiotic for 09 months and increase in size of the lump, I would advise you for a FNAC (fine needle aspiration cytology) of the lump. If this is inconclusive, I would redo the FNAC along with a CT scan of ... | |
Moderate lower abdominal pain that seems to favour my left side
16 year old female. I have moderate lower abdominal pain that seems to favour my left side, I have seen many doctors but they just dismiss me. i have had it continually for 4 days now, it keeps me up and im now very tired. it started sudden but now it gra... | My 16 year old daughter has a very similar case of abdominal pain to you she has had it since february 1st and has had 3 lots of ultrasounds and ct scans blood tests and urine test, also took her to another doctor and did second round of scans and test, still no answers to where the pain is coming from, she is on trama... | |
Can my daughter travel as she has stomach upset and fever?
My 6 year old had diarrheoa yesterday with some vomiting no fever, then fever started last night and she still has mild fever today. She s been in bed all day, sleeping on and off, taking some water and diarolyte. She feels uncomfortable when sitting up becaus... | hello. in best interest for your child she should not travel till the time she is better. for vomiting you can give her syp ondansetran. continue giving plenty fluids. | |
Suggest treatment for severe cough
My 7 year old has a bad cough it s all day long barely able to reduce it with cough syrup or drops and now complains it hurts in his temples when coughing should I be concerned and take him to the ER ? Or should I just set up an appointment and try to keep him comfortable till then? | don't worry just keep him drink warm drinking about three times daily and can take any good antitussive but you must known the cough may take about 2 weeks to disappear. | |
How to conceive after laparoscopy?
hi doctor . i have one child of 4years old recently i have ectopic pregnancy and went for laproscopy ,now i want to get pregnant .since 3 monts using ovacet tablets and progesteron tablets but iam not getting pregmant buy my body weight is increasiny 3kg every month.can u suggest any... | Hallow Dear, It seems you had undergone tubal repair/removal during Laparoscopic management of the ectopic pregnancy. When this is done through Laparoscope, the damage to the tube and surrounding tissues is much less and the chances of pregnancy are better. Your previous pregnancies were natural. So there should not be... | |
Suggest treatment for eczema
hi i want to know most effective medicine for treating eczema.it vanishes temporarily after applying ointment recommended by doctors but it reappears after sometime.so please recommend me some effective medicine which helps to cure eczema permanently. | hi,thank you for providing the brief history of you.as you mentioned that you get ease of eczema as soon as you apply the medicine. but it reappears as you stop applying.that means that the physician is able to treat you symptomatically with the beat possible way.now what you need to understand is there are few things ... | |
What does dilated cardiomyopathy mean having high blood pressure?
Hey... Since a 10 days, i discover by chance that my blood pressure is 180/140.. and minimum 140/100 through this 10 days, i do many tests like CBC, lipid profile, creatinine, hormones, renal artery doplex all was normal, except cardio supply echo, it m... | welcome to hcm ...what are ecg findings ....as you have mentioned that you discovered raised bp by chance then you should undergo treatment of bp ..please take tab telmisartan 50 mg one per day ...and as your bp will come down your echocardiography parameters will decrease slowly ..avoid salty fried fast foods ..increa... | |
What is the name of the pain killer taken after a lung surgery?
I was once on some heavy pain-killers after my lung surgery, it was a synthetic form of heroin. It came in a liquid. it was dispensed though my I.V. by a push button. I need the name of this drug for a paper I m writing on the benefits of modern medicine.... | Hi. I can understand your concern. These drugs are not available over the counter and you need to consult a doctor for the same.Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Suggest treatments for cervical lymph node enlargement
hi sir my husband got the right cervical lymph node elargemnt. please suggest there was the F/ history of lymphoma to his mom and she expire due to non hoch. lymphoma . his all report are normal please opine your suggestion. Biopsy report are still awaited. | Hi, I've gone through your query and understand your concern.Biopsy will confirm the diagnosis and cause of cervical lymph node enlargement. If family history is positive, then he can be having lymphoma as his rest of investigations are normal but nothing can be said before his biopsy report. I hope, my answer satisfie... | |
How to test pregnancy?
Hi, I have accidentally missed three birth control pills this month. One during the first week, one right around ovualtion, and then another one two days ago. I have had sex many times this month and didnt use another form of birth control. I have been experincing some pregnancy like symptoms. C... | Hi, if you miss your periods this time, do a urine pregnancy test at home. That will confirm if you are pregnant or not. If positive consult a doctor if you don't want pregnancy. If negative, wait for your periods. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo | |
Is my semen analysis test normal?
CAN YOU EXPLAIN TO ME WHAT DOES IT MEAN BY ALL THIS TEST I JUST TOOK IS IT NORMAL... TEST NAME RESULT UNIT REF. Rang VOLUME, SEMINAL 1.0 mL 1-5 color, seminal fluid gray-white gray---white seminal pH 8.0 7.2-8 Liquifaction 30 Min 1-30 sperm count 15L mil/mL 20-250 motility 50 % 50-100... | Hai, Welcome to HCM. Semen has to be collected within the lab premises with a period of sexual abstinence of 3-5 days. Then only you can get your optimum reliable parameters. As far as your seminal examination, the sperm count 15 million is little low and you need treatment for the same. Motility will be good if it is ... | |
What causes mouth lumps with swelling, numbness and cramping after teeth extraction?
Why are there big lumps on both sides of my mouth. It feels swollen and big and when I touch it, it feels like it is really numb on the outside. Also my mouth feels really cramped on the inside. Is this normal after a wisdom teeth ext... | Hello, it is very common for those swellings to occur after wisdom tooth extraction. It generally takes a few days to subside. You can apply ice packs on your cheeks from the outside to help reduce the swelling. Your mouth is probably feeling cramped on the inside because of the swelling. Once the swelling reduces, you... | |
Could lump on jawline with numb cheeks be just viral infection?
Hello, I have a lump on my jawline, my cheek is numb. I started feeling unwell a couple of weeks ago, I went to the doctors as my glands were up and I come up in spots he said it was a viral infection. It s been 2 weeks now and I still don t feel right, a... | Hello and welcome to HCM forum,Thank you for writing to us,After reading through tour query it seems that yes the swelling along the gum line is most probably from a viral infection.Viral infection is self limiting and the swelling with related symptoms should disappear in about 7-10 days, until then drink lots of wate... | |
What causes sudden fainting and drooling while on Gabapentin?
my husband is in extreme pain. he has gone through two back surgeries previously. he barely has feeling in his left leg. his first surgery he had blown out the bottom disk and a piece went down the nerve canal to his sciatic nerve and almost severed it into... | It’s time a spine surgeon examines and MRI done.if need be spinal fusion with dynamic pedicel device and discectomy ,foraminotomy shall help.reduce gabapentin gradually,give tramadol 100 twice.stop Norfolk also.make him wear limbo sacral brace whole day.take methycobalamin tab 1500mcg daily.Avoid bending.apply hot pack... | |
What OTC medicine is used for numbness and tingling in hand due to ovarian cancer?
I GET CHEMO EVERY WEEK .I HAVE STAGE 3-C OVARIAN CANCER AND I HAVE HAD JUST ABOUT ALL THE SIDE AFFECTS,BUT THE ONE THAT BOTHERS ME THE MOST IS THE NUMBNESS AND TINGELING,IN MY RIGHT HAND TO MY ELBOW.WHAT OVER THE COUNTER MEDICINE CAN I ... | HIThank for asking to HCMThe only drug you can use to rid of your complain of tingling and numbness and that is vitamin B12 this could help you try this, have nice day. | |
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 --> | |
Severe back pain, using artidol gel. Which are the similar gels available in USA?
I am using ARTRIDOL in the gel form which I purchased in Mexico to treat severe lower back pain associated with disc deterioration...it has the steroid Betametasone in it's formula..it works and it's the only medication which does...I am... | Hello.The gel components that you are using are betamethasone and indomethacin(an anti-inflammatory agent).The component with some analgesic effect is not betamethasone, is indomethacin.Any gel or cream containing indomethacin or another anti-inflammatory agent can relieve your pain.Diclofenac gel, for example, is wid... | |
Is there any chance of pregnancy after having I-pill?
hi my gf took ipill 1 hour after we had sex.. though we used condom it broke off then we put a new one. i did not ejaculate in her. she had 7 days bleeding after taking i pill.. Now she have very seviour gas problem she is not able to eat properly, loose motions vo... | Hi dear if see got the bleeding in form of periods then it's medically treated that means she is no t pregnant..however abdominal pain,gas,headache, excessive bleeding all are pills related temporary side effects so for that do as follow:1) Tab.Hifenac TH for pain and muscle relaxation 2) Hot water plates3) Tab pantopr... | |
What causes throbbing pain on wrist while carrying heavy object?
I have a pain on my left wrist from when I fell during a basketball game. Its this throbbing pain that is just there and wont go away. It hurts a lot when I touch a certain part or carry a heavy object. What could it be and do I need to go to the doctor? | Hello, The symptoms can be related to tendinitis of the wrist. I suggest using anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to relieve the pain. I recommend avoiding heavyweight which can trigger the symptoms. I suggest maintaining a brace and do gentle stretching exercises. Hope I have answered your query. Let me k... | |
What causes shortness of breath and soreness in left lower rib area?
I have had shortness of breathe and a sore area by my left lower rib for 6 months . I cannot lay on my left side because of the pain and shortness of breathe it causes. There are no pulmonary doctors in my area. I have a history of pneumonia and a bl... | 1. Since there is pain on breathing thus it is a PLEURAL pathology and Chest X - ray and/or CT- Chest is must. 2. Have a consultation with a Pulmomologist first to exclude causes like: pleural effusion, pneumonia,pulmonary emboli,atelectatisis or any other cause of pleural pain.3. Until then:. Use a broad spectrum anti... | |
Is it safe to conceive after DNC procedure?
Hi my wife of age 24 has undergone a DNC procedure about an year back after an incomplete medical abortion. Now she is suffering from some infections some times 2 or 3 days after an intercours . And we are planning to have a baby soon. Is there any problem to have a baby in ... | Hi. First of all I would like you to take some preconceptional exams before getting pregnant. These include some blood analyses and some vaginal analyses. If something comes out, you should take medications for both of you and then you wife should start taking Folic Acid, which is the only proven pill that has shown to... | |
What is the treatment for knots in lower abdomen with feeling of fullness and excessive gas?
My daughter age 36 has been feeling bad, but no insurance.Her systems are a knot in right lower stomach area with pressure of fullness, excessive gas and urinating. Also felling of numbness in legs from time to time, simila... | Hi. You have really described everything so well. The age, fullness, knot in right lower abdomen with large vein, all gives me an idea to think about a mass causing compression symptoms also. I am afraid to say she needs investigations and further management ASAP. This can be a tumor from an ovary or so needing immedia... | |
Does Prozac help in treating anxiety?
I have anxiety issues and have been taking celexa 40mg daily for many years. I have every reason to be more anxious since recently I almost died with necrotizing fasciitis that affected my entire (especially my right arm) which caused me to retire from my job and my husband unexpe... | in my opinion yes pro zac helps with anxiety . you would need to check hemoglobin and thyroid and blood sugarscognitive behavioral therapy with therapist or computer based is also useful | |
What causes numbness,tingling and swelling on foot?
The top of my left foot has been numb and tingly for the past two days and I noticed tonight that is swelling slightly. It isn t noticible unless I am looking at it from the side. My ankle is also slightly swollen. There is no pain, just the right side of the top of ... | I understood your problem.it may be nerve compression from the back of the thigh.this all symptoms like as nerve compression. you go for physiotherapy teeatment,lumbar traction,some stretching exercises,pain reduce modalities will be available. | |
Is it safe to take Sotalol, Coreg and Metoprolol after cardiac ablations?
I have been prescribed sotalol, Coreg and metropalol to be taken together by my electrophsyologist. My primary care doctors first reaction wat that it sounded crazy to him. I am a long term heart attack survivor with long runs of pvc s after 2 c... | Welcome to Ask a doctor service I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Single molecule of beta-blocker is enough but some time second molecule of same group or different group can be added and it is depends upon the clinical response adding second molecules is okay but third molecules is some what weir, you ... | |
Suggest treatment for pain in upper abdomen
been going on for over a year with upper adomen pain. Had upper and lower GI. The doctor said it might be a hiatal hernia. Got on very agresive acid reducers. The pain has gone but now pressure and shortness of breath. If i breath deep i get light headed. | Hiatus hernias have a relation with bronchial asthma. I would suggest you get a Pulmonary Function test which is a breathing exercise and it will reveal all. Feel free to contact us again if need be. Take care. | |
Teenager. Suicidal tendencies. Cut left wrist deep, dizziness, bleeding. Help
so im 15 and i cut because im depressed i am a female. i've cut my left wrist downwards deep and its not a long cut its long enough to bleed alot. anyways i cut 4 days ago and on Sunday night i removed the dried up blood clot on the wound an... | Hi there, thanks for asking. You should not manipulate the crust since it may trigger rebleeding. On the other hand, having suicidal tendency is common among the adolescence. It is important to talk about this issue with a doctor and she will help you in that regard. I wish you a good mood for all of your life. | |
Is there any chance of pregnancy although i used condoms?
I am 25 year old. My periods use to occur after every 23-25 days. My last period was on 2nd December and I had an intercourse for the 1st time on 6th December and then again on 24th December. During Intercourse we have used condoms. I didn't get my periods till... | Hello,Thanks for writing to us.You did protected sex in safe period (both on 2nd and 24th December) and therefore, your chance of pregnancy is rare to nil.Period may be delayed for 1-7 days due to hormonal imbalance and mental stress. You may wait up to 1 week to get period naturally.However, I suggest you to undergo o... | |
Suggest treatment for a lump appearing on the leg
I have had for about 20 years a growth on my leg below the knee and it has been getting larger every year and now is the size of a lime on the outside of my leg. It is hard and hotter than the rest of my leg, there are 2 large veins running thru it and it can not be t... | Hi,Dear thanks for the query to HCM.I studied your query in-depth.-I advise you on Cause and treatment- as follows-In my opinion-Your lump has been there for quite many yrs as told by you.-Hence you should not take natural approach but a studied Approach as advised from a ER Surgeon and your family doctor who both coul... | |
Suggest treatment for morning sickness during pregnancy
Hi Doctor, My name is Divya. age 25. I am a pregnant & now in 12th week. i am still suffering from morning sickness & vomiting. i feel so tired. but dont feel hungry. if i have anything suddenly i feel like vomiting. pls suggest how to avoid this? and my weight i... | 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]Firstly do not panic.2] Us... | |
Suggest treatment for kidney stones
Stone in both Kidney. One in the Left Inside lower part away from Ureter. Not in a position to be Crushed. Other One Blocked the ureter (Right Kidney ) Both kidney functioning well. Doctors advised immediate Endoscopic Surgery for right One. Pls let me know the best suggestion | HiThe stone blocking the kidney on right needs to removed either by surgery or by shock wave lithoripsy (ESWL). Occasionally if the stone is very small it can be given some time for it to pass by itself.The type of treatment depends on a number of factors to be taken in to account by the treating urologist. Hence pleas... | |
Can I rely on propygenta to cure psoriasis?
hI sir, I have psoriasis for the past 10 years on my left ankle.whenever i apply propygenta nf cream on top of it,it ll get subsided.but now i m able to visualize the symptoms(itching,scaly occurrence) around elbows,knees and itching around my private area n anus.pls help to... | Hello. Thanks for writing to usPsoriasis is a chronic immune mediated disease characterized by scaly plaques on various body sites, characteristically extensors like scalp, elbows, knee, ankles etc.There is a variant of psoriasis which can affect the flexures like groins and perineal area, called as Sebopsoriasis. Howe... | |
Q. What can cause itchiness after taking bath and while sweating?
Hello doctor, My body is getting severe itching after taking a bath or while sweating. Initially, it used to happen only in winter 4 to 5 years back and then gradually started in rainy days also. Now in summer also while sweating. It is so irritating li... | Hello. 1. It looks like you are suffering from aquagenic pruritus. 2. Take the tablet I am prescribing and show me again after 15 days. 3. Get the investigation mentioned below done. Aquagenic pruritus. CBC. Aquagenic pruritus. Aquagenic pruritus. 1. Tablet Teczine-M (Monteleukast and Levocetirizine) 10 mg bd for 15 da... | |
I have multiple health problems like hyperventelation syndrome, always weak, allergy etc.
I have so many health problems and I am trying to figure out what I have ? I am 17 years old female. Im always weak, don t eat a lot, get sick very easly, have lots allergy problems, I have hyperventelation syndrome, everytime i ... | it seems your digestive power is weak &your nature may be very sensitive as a result it is affecting your digetion so firstly you try to be calm everytime. you can also take medi like arogyavardhini 2tab 3time ampachan vati 2tab 3time after meal.for 2wks | |
Terrible pain in neck and back, causing nauseas and lump behind ear. History of cancer x2. Suggestion?
Hi, I m a 33 year old female with a history of cancer x2. For the last 4 months I ve not been feeling well. Tired, run down, exhausted, etc. I should mention I have quite a bit of stress and have attributed most of t... | Hi, You have not mentioned what cancers you suffered from , not also mentioned the treatment you received. Back pain may be due to spinal injury, muscle spasm, disease progressing to invade the neural structures. Clinical examination is mandatory to have an idea for identifying the cause. Tender lymph node generally is... | |
How long should Clindamycin be taken to control lower jaw infection?
Hello! I am a dentist. My patient was on Amoxicillin after I did open flap surgery to control the infection on her lower jaw. I switched it to Clindamycin 300mg 2 stat 1PO q6h three days later because her swelling became worse. Today is the 4th... | Hi..Thanks for the query..Well, your patient has side effect of antibiotic Clindamycin and first of all you can start proton pump inhibitors like Omeprazole or Pantoprazole empty stomach in the morning till your patient is on antibiotics..Or else he can take the same twice a day half an hour before meals..Also advise h... | |
Can heat cause rapid heartbeat?
the other day i was in the heat when my heart felt like it was hit with a hammer. uncontrolled sweating,breathing. pain went from heart down arms. ribs were sore and tender after. was really tired after. yesterday it happened after only a few minutes in sun. i am overweight,smoke,eat al... | Hello, After going through your medical query I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that your symptoms are suggesting acute heart event and need urgent medical attention. It's recommended for you to get an ECG, Echocardiography done and consult a cardiologist immediately. Hope I have answered your quer... | |
What causes low BP, dizziness, chest pain and sweating?
My BP is 100/60, I got dizziness, severe chest pain, pain in both the arms, sweating and felt heat on April 21, 2011. Please tell me what it was? Whether it was Heart attack or symptom of BP (Hypo/Hyper)? My age is 46, height 5 ft, wt. 40 Kg., serum Cholestrol... | yes these are heart attack symptoms. You should get yourself evaluated.you will need ECG, Echo and may be angiography.you should visit local doctor for heart medicine and cholesterol medicine.Also have low fat, oily, sugar diet. regular walk which you can tolerate. | |
Cause for feeling tired and chest discomfort?
I was taken off beta blocker 25mg//welchol 6 tabs a day//because one physcian thought I had thyroid issues.The endocrinoloist said no, your thyroid levels are great, ultrasound great and follow up with blood panel in six weeks.meanwhile, I am experiencing shortness of brea... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem.. Your all these symptoms are due to sudden stoppage of beta blocker. You are taking metoprolol. It is Cardio selective beta blocker. And you are taking it in very high dose. Sudden stoppage of this drug can cause withdrawal symp... | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologis... |
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