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How can severe anxiety and panic attack be treated?
I am having issues with extreme anxiety its gotten to the point It starts to flare up with just the thought of having to leave the room and when going to stores for food shopping and etc I start to get panic attacks with the crowds of people and lash out on whomever I am with mainly my boyfriend not only that I can t seem to get my mind to stop running about things I constantly am worrying about I can t fall asleep at night and even when I do I m constantly waking up panicking what is the best medication to help me I ve tried to go without it as long as I could but its gotten to the point I m getting too anxious/panicky to leave the house | Hi and thanks for questions.U describe best of your symptoms that occur with u. i will put probable diagnosis of panic disorder with agarphobia. i will suggest treatment of tab.paroxetine(12.5) along tab.clonazepam in mouth dissolving form. second thing try to resist your symptoms. consult psychologist and start psychotherapy so u get out of it. thanks | |
Suggest over-the-counter medicine for rashes on the glans penis
hello, my husband has rash on head of penis. no swelling, small red spots, no discharge, burns to pee only once in awhile, showed up a couple days ago, no blistering, itches only a little and not steady itch. Is there anything over the counter we can try before calling family doctor? | Hi, Rash on the glans may be due to a yeast infection or herpes simplex infection or allergy to latex or deodorant or moisturizing cream. He also suffers from urethritis or lower urinary tract infection. Drink plenty of water and get it done blood sugar, urine examination and culture. Use tablet Noroxin. If you're symptoms not improved or aggravating after taking the above drug please consult your physician, he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Internal Medicine Specialist | |
Is fever, a common occurrence during cough and cold?
Hi, My son, around 3 & half year old has got fever few days back. Doctor gave him Maftel-P and antibitics. But fever was repeating in every 6 hours. Hence as per the advice of doctor, we get his blood test done. The report is normal except ESR was 13. He is also having cold and cough. Now still the fever is coming in every 8 to 10 hours. Though the same has reduced from 4 times a day to 2 time but still even after a week, the fever us still coming. Can u please guide us why it is so ? Is there anything to worry about or it will go naturally with the cough and cold. | Hi, Yes, fever is a common occurrence during cough and cold(any respiratory infection). ESR of 13 also can be taken as normal for him. But fever usually will subside by 3-4 days. Here, since fever is still coming even after 1 week, there is a chance that the organism is resistant to the given antibiotic. So I would recommend you to get back to your doctor for a reassessment and changing the antibiotic, especially if he is having wet type of cough, yellowish nasal discharge or breathing difficulty. Since fever frequency is coming down, something serious is unlikely. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Muhammed Aslam TK | |
Suggest treatment for baby eczema
Hi, I have a 7mth old baby boy who is suffering with baby eczema for the last month or so. He has it mainly around his eyes and on his cheeks - very dry, scaly skin that is prone to inflammation and redness, also has had cradle cap since he was a month old. We have been given 3 cycles of cortizone creams, antibiotics and other medications for moisturizing and as I am breastfeeding exclusively have also had it suggested to eliminate all dairy products from my diet. It has been nearly a month and not much has changed. Just 2 days ago I was told by a homeopathic practitioner that it could be an iron deficiency and so have also added an iron supplement daily for me and for baby. Do you have any other suggestions for me? | Hi... I sympathize with the kid and understand your concern. The trick of the management is keeping the skin moist and never allowing it to be dry. For this oil massage and lotions like Oilatum will help. Regarding cure options - eczema is a sort of allergy...allergies can only be controlled and can never be cured. But usually kids grow out of it...that is as the age progresses, they become better starting from 6 months.Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.Regards - Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed)., | |
Q. Will Kalarchikai cure multiple ovarian cysts in PCOD?
Hello doctor, I have multiple small cysts in both ovaries (PCOS). Our family friend suggested me to consume Kalarchikai medicine, powdered mixed with pepper and honey to have it for one mandalam (48 days). I have completed nearly 44 days by consuming one small ball of the mixture every morning and before two weeks I got my periods. Then I had checked whether the cysts were dissolved by having an abdomen scan. But still, small multiple follicules have been seen in it with both ovaries enlarged. Kindly suggest me what I can do further. I got married before one and a half years and I am much worried about my pregnancy. I have gallstones as well. | Hello. I just read your query. See Kalarachi Kai choornam is helpful in amenorrhea. As far as small cysts are concerned they are unmatured eggs which failed to induce menstrual cycle previously, as a result, they got collected in the ovary and they will remain in the ovary. Now, you have got your periods you can start trying for conception. But I advise you to do it under the supervision of a nearby gynecologist because egg size is important while conception and that you can know by ovulation study. Ovulation study is performed under the supervision of a gynecologist. For gall stones, surgical intervention is required generally. Medicine is not of much help. | |
What causes random dizziness and vibration in body?
i sometimes get random dizzy or passing out sensation throughout my body sort of a shaky feeling afterwards i get a bowel movement sensation , I went to the hospital after a drug overdose that gave me a very bad panic ever sense I haven t felt the same I don t smoke drink or anything has been about 2 months , am I suffering anxiety | DearWelcome to HCMWe understand your concernsI went through your details. The symptom you gave here are also corresponding to anxiety disorder and panic disorder symptoms. Dizziness, passing out sensation and shaky feelings could be triggered by too much negative thinking about your health (obsession) and being anxious about a particular symptom. In your case, the particlular symptom turns out to be dizziness, shaky feeling and passing out sensation. When you be obsessive and be anxious about a particular symptom, that symptom worsens. Your stomach problems also points towards anxiety disorder.your previous history of panic attack must have triggered the obsession and anxiety disorder. Don't worry. These symptoms should be cleared in a span of two or three years. You should not be obsessive or be anxious about these symptoms. You may do a good body check up and just forget about these symptoms. You should consult a psychologist for counseling and psychotherapy treatment. If you still need my assistance in this regard, please use this link. Please remember to describe the whole problem with full detail.Hope this answers your query. Please feel free to post follow up queries. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. Take care. | |
Suggest treatment for painful wisdom tooth, with gaps in between
I have 2 wisdom teeth on my L side that are killing me...I went to the dentist early last week and he said I need antibx for 2 wks and referred me to an oral surgeon. He was concerned about a space behind the lower tooth. Pain is getting worse, not better..any suggestions? | Hello,Include taking some anti-inflammatory medication. For severe pain, the combination of one Tylenol and one Advil, taken at regular intervals, can be effective. Consider seeing the oral surgeon as soon as possible. You may need to switch the antibiotic if the one prescribed has not been effective. Rinse the area with warm salt water, continue to practice proper daily dental hygiene and do not let any debris get caught in the lower space. Avoid all irritants. Take vitamin B12 along with good nutrition and keep well hydrated. Avoid chewing on the left side and keep to a softer diet.Thank you for your inquiry. | |
Q. What are all the conditions that may cause ear pain?
Hello doctor, My friend is frequently suffering from an outer ear pain these days. She told me that since she tends to catch a cold, it might be due to that. I fixed an appointment with an ENT yesterday, but surprisingly he told that she does not have any issues with her ear, nose, and throat. It might be a cold symptom. The cause of the pain could not be identified. Has it got something to do with any nerve syndromes as the doctor asked her to consult a neurologist or to perform a CT scan? | Hello. Your friend has been taking Franxit (Amitriptyline, Chlordiazepoxide) for how long? Any anti-depressant medication should not be abruptly stopped, and all somatic symptoms and even fatigue, headache, and nervous instability could be related to sudden withdrawal also. Moreover, taking into consideration of outer ear pain, otitis external must be ruled out. Does she have glue in the ear? Does she feel fullness inside the ear? Neurological problems related to the ear could be due to facial nerve insult due to virus -HZV (Ramsay Hunt syndrome) and there would be blisters in the ear which is less likely in her. Other than the above, I do not think any other neurological cause for the pain you mentioned. Does she complain of any face deviation? If not, no need to panic. Sudden anti-depressant stopping. Facial palsy to rule out. Post antidepressant withdrawal. Resume Franxit and withdraw slowly for a period of six to eight weeks. She may need a neurologist review to rule out seventh nerve paresis. | |
Q. My father has CHF with sudden increase in creatinine and uric acid. What could be the problem?
Hello docor, My father is a CHF patient, he always had normal kidney function levels but suddenly in one month, it got increased. Also, recently he was having 100 pus cells in the urine test. He was having burning too. But until last month it was fine and suddenly these numbers. He was admitted for shortness of breath for edema before two months, when he got admitted also the numbers were perfect now suddenly everything increased creatinine, bun uric acid, etc. What could be the problem? They are saying it is because of CHF but suddenly how it gets increased in a few days? | Hello. Patient with CHF (congestive heart failure) has a baseline tendency for renal dysfunction. Also, the diuretics like Lasix which is on cause renal derangements which are usually reversible. Now in his case, the cause appears to be multifactorial. Over and above the baseline tendency, it is probably a urine infection which has initiated this and his infection was severe. Urine infection alone can cause renal dysfunction and probably it is a precipitating factor. Any infection can worsen CHF, which subsequently needs elevation in dose of diuretics and all of these can cause renal dysfunction. So, it is multifactorial and contribution from all three factors. But good thing is, usually this dysfunction is reversible and settles with time. I hope his urine infection was adequately treated and subsequent urine tests were clear. I hope this helps. | |
Suggest treatment for herniated disc with numbness in toes
I have discomfort in number3 and 4 toes on right foot and number4 toe on left foot. Also I have a few numb spots on toes of both feet. I have three herniated discs in my back (last three) and have two sets of epidurals for the paint. Pain in my back, hip and legs is minimal now. | Epidural treatment is for managing the pain by steroid injections in epidural spaces around root nerves. Success rate is 50%. Chances of side effects are equal. Epidural injections block the sensation when nerves pass from roots to body parts through sleeve like epidural pouch around nerves.It doesn't cure. To my own patients I advise to take Ayurveda medicines like Ashwagandha, Brihat vatchintamani rasa and 'Agnikarma', leech therapy treatment alonngwith Yoga, deep breathing etc which have potential to cure in few months.Ayurveda hospitals ONLY have this facility.Hope it helps you. | |
Suggest treatment for lump near anus and bleeding
Sir am 24 year old female ... I had lump at anal past 1year and no pain but recently I had blood coming out and there is a lot of pain ... And when I blow my tool the pain is killing me ... Is surgery is necessary.. I don t want to go to surgery ... And wat happens if I had monthly periods which I use cloth as I had lot of bleeding during periods I can t use normal pads ... Is this effect the piles | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You jave bleeding piles. It causes pain and bleeding. You should avoid constipation. Take plenty of water and green leafy vegetables, for pain relief upu can use local anaesthetic gel like lignocain gel. Permanent treatment options is surgery. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
How to cure painful bumps near the genitals?
Dear Doctor, I am a 21 year old male, recently I've been getting under the skin bumps near my genitals. They usually appear in the area either in-between the thigh and the beginning of the testicles or on the buttox. The bumps are painful to the touch and painful to sit on. I've popped one of them and they secrete a liquid similar to that when you pop a pimple. They go away and appear one at a time every now and then. I am growing concerned because this started happening all of a sudden. It is not possible that it may be an STD, I'd appreciate any advice you can give me. | HelloThis sounds like folliculitis--hair shaft infections--and at this point you'll need a course of antibiotics like Septra DS or Augmentin to resolve the problem | |
What causes delayed speech in a child?
My son is 5 yrs old and has not started talking though he makes some sounds which are inchoate,we took him to see a pediatrician who referred us to see another neuro pediatrician,who also asked us to do an audiology test to check his hearing,which we did and his hearing is perfect,the doctor prescribed encephabol syrup,pls what is this drug meant to do | Child not able to speak at the age of 5 yrs raises a serious issue with him. He might have a neurodegenerative disease or problem with his cognitive function or mental status.Enchephobol(Pyritinol which is similar to pyridoxine) is a neuroprotective drug which increases the levels of neurotransmitters in the brain especially dopamine. this helps to improve the cognitive function of brain along with memory boost with improvement in verbal and logical reasoning and mental quotient.its a good supplement to improve mental status. I suggest get an MRI brain to rule out any serious neurodevelomental disorder. | |
What causes difficulty in putting pressure on tip on cando?
Hi, i dont know what happend but i have found out that i cannot put pressure on the tip ofcando not my thumb. I cannot click a pen. It doesnt hurt ever and there is nothing hard stopping my thumb from applying preassure downward. I cannot write with a pencile or light a lighter...any suggestions | Hello, As mentioned in the history about the inabilities of the thumb to function I feel this should be related to the ligaments and muscles of the thumb to provide the desired output. if there is any pain it could be related to trigger thumb. for this having a physical examination by the orthopedist will be of the good. But in case if the pain is not present then it will be related to Higher motor functions of the brain. For this, you need to get this examined by the neurologist. I feel you need to take up the call for which is the possible cause so that the precise diagnosis can be made. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist | |
Why am I severely coughing in pneumonia?
I recently was diagnosed with pneumonia on my right side and thought I was getting better. The peoblem I have now is severe coughing to the point of gagging with no mucus coming up and severe tiredness and dizziness. My question is what might be going on? | Hello,Welcome to HCM,Pneumonia is condition in which there will be infection of the lung parenchyma by the microorganisms. As you are having pneumonia of the right lung, because of which you are getting these symptoms.As you have been diagnosed to have pneumonia and I hope you are on treatment. A course of antibiotics will improve the condition by acting on the microorganisms. I would suggest you to take a syrup for dry cough, the syrup like Bricarex AX will helps you to control the symptoms.Thank you. | |
Q. My glucose is normal, but my insulin seems too high. Is this of concern?
Hello doctor, I have recently done a glucose tolerance test, where insulin levels were measured on 0 minutes, 60 minutes, and 120 minutes. The results are: 0 Minute: Glucose 4.74 mmol/l, Insulin 11.2 uIU/ml. 60 Minure: Glucose 8.71 mmol/l, Insulin 104.3 uIU/ml. 120 Minute: Glucose 5.07 mmol/l, Insulin 13.16 uIU/ml. I can see that the glucose is within normal reference numbers, but on 60th minute the insulin seems too high. Is it? What are the reference numbers for insulin on the 60th minute? Is this a sign of insulin resistance? What would you recommend as a treatment? | Hello. I would like to see the image of your reports and would also like to know, have you undergone the HbA1c test. How long you have been diabetic, have you been on oral antidiabetics. Revert with more information to a diabetologist online --> | |
Suggest medicine to cure razor burn on neck
Hi, earlier this week I was shaving without shaving cream, just water. I was in a hurry and got what looked like razor burn on my neck. The next morning when I awoke, the burn had turned into a scab. A few days later I put hydrogen peroxide on it and the scab started coming off. My neck now has multiple scabs around the main wound. The main wound is a large pink circle, when touched it feels like skin but it is pink. I am not sure if I did this shaving because I have never had a razor burn do this. But to the best of my knowledge that is how this happened. What should I do? | Hiit does sound like a razor bump. They are difficult to control. here is the most acceptable general rule: never irritate it by scratching or peeling it off this will make it worse. get an over the counter cream from a pharmacist and apply and see if it gets better if not better in 5 days then consult a doctor since you might need a topical or oral antibiotic since infection in those bumps is quite common. | |
Q. Is it safe to fast if I have type 1 diabetes?
Hello doctor, I have diabetes type 1. My age is 18 years and I am taking Mixtard insulin twice a day. In the morning, I inject 14 units and in the evening I inject 6 units. I want to fast for religious purposes. Can I? | Hello. The patients with type 1 diabetes are advised not to fast. However, if you are healthy and having a good blood sugar control, then you can reverse the dose of insulin as in, take the night dose in the morning and morning dose at night and fast. Be prepared for breaking your fast if your sugar falls below 70 mg/dL or above 300 mg/dL. No need for vigorous exercise. Hope you find my advice beneficial. For more information consult a diabetologist online --> | |
What is the cause of dizziness?
Hi Dr. Grief, Sometimes in the morning before breakfast when I go to the restroom for bowl movement I faint and get dizzy so bad that I go lay on the floor. My husband give me a sugary drink (water and sugar or tea with sugar). Five minutes after drinking the half of the cup I am perfectly fine. It happen about two times a year recently I am experiencin it more often. I am worry that what will happen to me if my husband is not around. My medical problems are sometimes low WBC (alittle below normal limits) and I have big Fibroids. Thanks Mojgan | Hello, In my opinion, you should consider conditions that may affect the metabolism of glucose levels. Hypoglycemia, diabetes, are among the conditions to consider. Get blood tests done to evaluate these possibilities. Also, discuss with your primary care Doctor for these issues. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical | |
Does presence of parasites cause weight loss, nausea and tingling sensation in limbs?
My family member has been sick for 2 years with various symptoms. These symptoms including weight loss, limb tingling/ numbness, Nausea, passing of undigested food frequently throughout the day, fatigue and severe back and pelvis pain have all progressively worsened over the course of 2 years. She has recently done colonics and discovered different parasites/ worms in her intestines. Could these parasites/ worms be causing her to become so progressively sick? How do we treat the parasite/ worms that have been discovered? | HelloWelcome to HCMThanks for posting your query in HCM.I understand your concerns.Yes,the parasite in the intestine may cause the above mentioned symptoms.Usually intestinal parasites harbour in the intestine of human being.Of all most common being roundworms, tapeworms, pinworms, whipworms, hookworms.Once the diagnosis is confirmed,they can be easily treated with antiparasitic or antihelminthic medications like albendazole and mebendazole after consulting your treating physician.Hope you are happy with the answer.Thank you | |
Difficult for thalassemia patient to participate in sports? Is it sever form of sickle cell? Treatments cause inconvenience?
Hello i have some questions about thalassemia these questions are only for school purposes for a project. 1)Is having thalassemia an inconvenience for sports with running because of lack of oxygen? 2)Some say that thalassemia is a more severe form sickle cell. Is this true? 3)Are the treatments for thalassemia inconvenient for the patients. | Thanks for your query. Thalassemia is a large group of blood disorders & the severity varies widely. It is difficult to comment on sports performance without knowings details of illness ,but in general lower than normal Hb is likely to affect oxygen carrying capacity of blood to tissues & therefore likely to affect sports performance. Also important to know that mental toughness & morale also play a significant role in sport performance. How a person is mentally coping with the condition is also important. For other answers need to know the precise type of thalassemia( alpha or beta; minor,intermedia or major) & the sickle cell disease (trait vs disease). Hope you found the information useful. | |
What causes popped or shifted feeling on the side of knee?
Hey! I was riding a pink scooter listening to the song walking on sunshine while on meth and I took a sharp turn in my living room and stepped off and it felt like something on the sides of my knee shifted or popped. I have no pain,swelling or problems with using knee. - pink scooter | Hi i am Dr Ahmed Aly thanks for using healthcaremagic site ,I had gone through your question and understand your concerns .. I dont think you should be worried icing it for the first 48 hours with topical massages and elevating it will be fine for such contusions and take care of your pink scooter and your room , i hope and dont wont to find you in the ER .Please click THANK YOU and consider a 5 star rating with some positive feedback if the information was helpful. Hope the above information helps you,Any further clarifications feel free to ask. | |
Suggest a remedy for bleeding in nose in a 8 month old
My baby is 8 months old. She was crawling on the linoleum kitchen floor, slipped, and hit her face. She started screaming and I couldn t figure out why until about a minute later when I noticed that her nose was bleeding. She s asleep now and her breathing is more like snoring due to the nosebleed. What should I do? | HI...For nasal block, plain saline nasal drops will do, every 4-6th hourly to relive nasal congestion.If it bleeds again apply pressure in the area and reach the nearest emergency room as soon as possible.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Suggest treatment for vertigo, vomiting and loose motion
My Mother has a complaint of head rounding like vertigo for past 2 years. We have done complete scan like MRI and found there is no issue. She don t have Sugar, BP etc. Now a days she is facing often like vertigo and she feels vomit and loose motion... Pls suggest what is the best way to prevent this issue. | Hello, Her symptoms are suggestive of an inner ear disorder. For this reason, I recommend consulting with an ENT specialist and performing labyrinthine tests. It is also necessary for performing a cervical spine X-ray study. In the meantime, meclizine or dimenhydrinate can help improve her situation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist | |
Is there a chance of pregnancy if have safe sex before periods ?
I had protected sex(used a condom) about 3 to 6 days before my last period(july 13-17), I think it could have been in the week after my period(I dont remember). It is now time for my next period but I have not got it yet. I have some discharge that has a little bit of light brown in it. I think I ovulated around July 29-Aug1. I was just wondering if I could be pregnant . I am stressing out and worried beyond end. Help! | welcom to hcm, primacia you could not recive protection there might be some leage of condom.it seem advise able you should get three consective pregnancy test from a relible lab near you .you should use speciment urine of first early morning,to get accurate pregency test result. dr.mohsin madni madni66@saudia.com | |
No periods, distended stomach, gained weight, negative pregnancy test. Done ultrasound. Prescribed Serodaze. Opinion?
i m 33 years old female married and i ve got one kid her age 1 year and seven month always I got my period every 28 dayes regular though i ve got one ovary since i m 20 years old. me and my husband are using isolation as contraceptive . this month i didn.t get my period and i put on some weight and distended stomach. So i did pregnancy test but it is negative. on ultra sound ovarian cyst 6*7 cm on right ovary.my doctor give me pogyluton and serodaze. so what is your openion?? i m scared to loose the other ovary. thank you doctor | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. Having a cyst in the ovary does not mean that you are going to lose the ovary. These cysts are mostly functional cysts which usually resolve after the periods.The treatmen t you have been given is to regularize your periods. You can continue with it. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal drrakhitayal@gmail.com | |
Is it advisable to give a dilute mix of formula to an infant?
Hi, so my 4 month old daughter is being switched from breast milk to formula. My husband mixed half a scoop less formula and she ate it. But when we mixed it the right ratio of water and formula she wouldn t eat it and would gag and vomit. Is it safe for her to eat diluted formula? | Hello,Yes, you can dilute in staring once tummy gets addicted. Then start in proper proportion otherwise it's waste to give her formula milk without proper dilution.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards,Dr. Hina Javed | |
What does a PSA level of 1000mg/ml suggest?
my father is suffering from Prostate cancer since 2007 and had a surgery for removal of prostate and using urine bag. Recentle we did PSA level test where PSA level is 1000ng/ml, but he is having good in apetite level as well as regular in toilet. please advice me on this condition. | HelloThanks for query.I think there is mistake in interpreting the report of Serum PSA ,I have not seen it to be 1000ng in 40 years of my practice .With good health and appetite it can never be so high . Please go through the report once again .I think it may be 10.00 ng and not 1000ng . Dr.Patil. | |
Is it safe to do exercises while having pneumonitis?
i was told to have pneumonitis right paracardiac but im not experiencing any cough, though, i had one one or two weeks ago. i also feel pain below my left chest, right below my nipple when i press it down (it is within the rib, i started feeling this when i started exercising. is it ok to go on exercise because i want to lose weight?i'm 33 years old, 76 kgs and my height is 5'5" | Hi thanks for contacting HCM....You have pneumonitis like infection condition of chest ....For that you might given antibiotic ...Complete its course for required time ...For few days it is better to take rest ...Then after gradually exercise can be initiated first with low weight and then gradually heavy weight lift exercise done ....Avoid smoking and alcohol ....Dust exposure and environmental pollution exposure kept limited....Rib pain could be by inflammation ...For which brufen can taken with proper sleep posture ....Take care ....If pain continues consult physician for check up....Take care .... | |
Does Meftal have bad effect on kidneys?
Hello Dr. My child is 23 months old and he has high fever and has got ceasers attach twice. Once in nov. 2009 and again last week. Dr. in Chennai have given Mental P but i heard giving Meftal P for long time is very bad for kidney. Is it true and if yes what are the side effects? | Hello, Fever of a 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 a viral illness and it doesn't require antibiotics at all. Once the viral fever comes it will there for 4-7 days. So do not worry about the duration if the kid is active. Paracetamol can be given in the dose of 15mg/kg/dose (maximum ceiling dose of 500mg) every 4-6th hourly that too only if fever is more than 100F. I suggest not using combination medicines for fever, especially with Paracetamol. Meftal-P contains Mefenamic acid which is a NSAID. It carries the risk of gastritis and renal problems in the long run. Please do not use Meftal-P. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Sumanth Amperayani, Pediatrician, Pulmonology | |
What causes abdominal pain with diarrhea and soft stools?
Hi, I'm debating whether to go into an urgent care or the er (I recently moved to where I am now and do not have a family physician yet). I have had moderate to severe abdominal pain (gnawing aching pain) that is more on the right and middle upper quadrant but at times aches on the left upper side. I was thinking maybe it's an ulcer but nothing seems to help (I'm taking OTC prilosec), I have been eating low acidic foods, very bland eating. I've also been having diarrhea or very soft stools since the abd. pain started. I'm worried it's my gallbladder (I'm 24F), my mother and sister both had their GB out when they were 19-20yrs old. I'd just hate to go in and it turn out to be nothing??? Any suggestions? | Hi,Looking to the history it seems that you might be having intestinal colic with gastro-intestinal infection.Take Meftal spas or Cyclopam as needed for pain.Go for one course of ofloxacilin, tinidazole combination medicine for 3 days.Take light diet like curd, rice, buttermilk.Take plenty of water.Ok and take care. | |
What is the best medicine for high blood pressure?
My blood pressure is 174 over 110..i have never had really high BP... My father has hbp I know it s genetic. But it s such a fast onset if hbp. I have a doctor s appointment Thurs and I ve been taking my husband s hbp med.. Ablopinine 5mg until I see my doctor. Only because I have to do something with reading this high. What do u think? | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!I understand your concern, and would explain that there is no specific treatment of choice for starting therapy for high blood pressure. The first thing to do in this situation, is closely monitor your blood pressure different times during the day (in sitting position after 10minutes of total relax) andperform a complete check up from your GP to exclude possible secondary causes of high blood pressure. So I would recommend a careful physical examination, a resting ECG, a chest x ray and some blood lab tests (complete blood count, fasting glucose, kidney and liver function tests, thyroid hormone levels, cortisol plasma levels, blood electrolytes,etc.). If all these tests result normal and your blood pressure values are above 130/90mm Hg, you should discuss with your doctor the possibility of starting a hypertension therapy. Regarding Amlodipine, it is a calcium channel blocker. It can be used as a starting therapy, as well as diuretics, ACE inhibitors or ARBs. The choice is usually made based on the patients tolerance, past medical history and blood pressure values. Hope to have been helpful!Best regards, Dr. Iliri | |
Suggest treatment for white spot on bottom of lip
I am a 70 year old male and I have a white spot on my bottom lip that won't rub off. What could it be and how do you get rid of it?I am a 70 year old ale and I have a white spot on my bottom lip that won't rub off. What could it be and how do you get ri | HelloAs per your query.do you have any habit of chewing tobacco or smoking.if that is the case then you have to stop the habit first.is the white spot incresing in size.is it elevated or just a spot.its better you get it checked with a dentist.Hope this ans helps. | |
When can i get pregnant after uterine polyp removal?
I am 41 years, 5 ft 2in, 150 lbs, have been trying to conceive for past 7 years, I was diagnosed with a uterine polyp 1.3x1.5 cm in size and a 5cm ovarian cyst, both which have to be removed. How long is the recovery period and how soon can I try to concieve after surgery? | Hi, How are you doing ?In your history only problem is your age. Something you cannot change. You can try for pregnancy anytime after the surgery of polyp & cyst removal.A lady is born with a fixed number of eggs, every month you throw out a fixed number of eggs. You ovulate only 400-450 times per month. Always the healthy eggs are selected for ovulation, So after each cycle, the crowd of healthy eggs is lesser than the previous period. By 35 yrs eggs are significantly depleted. Then by 40 yrs nearly all good eggs are gone. I won't disappoint you, am just giving you the facts.Highest age of pregnancy reported is 45 yrs, highest age of pregnancy I have got by treating is 41, she got twins. I just wanted to say chances is reduced not absent. So first have a Serum AMH level too find the number of eggs left in ovaries. This will only give the Quantity , not quality of eggs. Kindly see if the following checklist of investigations is doneHusband- Semen analysis at least 2- done 4 weeks apart preferably in an infertility center ( examination done by andrologist), Blood sugarsWife - Blood Sugars, Thyroid profile Ultrasound scans to evaluate Uterus , Ovaries & adnexa Confirm tubal patency- most important- Tube is the connection between uterus & ovaries( the bridge where sperm meets the egg & forms a baby) this is size of hair follicle & cannot be seen on scans. So check with HSG( Xray with dye), or SSG ( Scan with dye) or LaparoscopyIf all this done & found normal , nothing can stop a pregnancy with God's will.Een if evrything is normal, I would suggest you to have IUI for 3 cycles, if negative go for IVF, as you are running out of timeNow if tests show that you have low or no eggs, you can opt for donor eggs. Here a donor ( just like blood donor ) is stimulated with injections & egs are taken out under scan guidance, she is free to go. Same day your husband's sperms are taken & injected into the egg, inlab. They form embryos which are frozen in your name. These embryos are kept into your uterus & you deliver as a normal pregnancy. You can have a second baby with the frozen embryo. There is no age limit, you can keep having babies as long as the embryos are there Hope I have cleared your query, do writa back if any more queriesAll the bestDr.Balakrishnan | |
What causes nausea and vomiting with weight loss after taking enoxaparin for blood clot in the liver?
I am on 150 mg of enoxaparin for a blood clot in my liver. I have liver cancer. Since starting shots 44 days ago I have bad nausea and vomiting. I have lost 20 pounds, cant keep anything down plus liver enzymes are up. Dr wont believe that I am having symptoms from shots. What Can I do. | Hi and welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thank you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can.I dont think this is caused by Enoxaparin or some medications since liver cancer will alone cause such abdominal symptoms and this may be sign of disease progression and you should see your oncologist to see what is going on.I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us in every time.Kindly regards. Wish you a good health.DR. Ivan Rommstein | |
What are the side effects of Pentax in shot for 1.5 yr old?
My 1.5 yr old boy got a Pentaxim shot on his thigh yesterday and today his thigh and knee is swollen very badly. I have given him crocin DS to bring down the fever which is not more than 39 degree celsius. How can I bring down the swelling ? Is it normal for the limb to swell up 24 hours post the shot | give ice fomentation to injection site. yes it is normal for limb to swell up 24 hour post the shot , i generally add syp ibugsic to crocin if swelling in more | |
Q. What does 'first-degree atrioventricular block' mean?
Hello doctor,I did my ECG today in which I got a first-degree atrioventricular block. What does this mean and is this a serious issue? What is its cause and treatment, please? | Hello. A first-degree heart block means there is a slight delay in conduction of heart impulse from one chamber to another, that is from atria to ventricles.This is not a serious issue. There are many causes for it, few are, congenital defects in the heart, old age, taking some drugs which affect the heart, etc. If you are having any symptoms then only you should investigate it further, otherwise, do not worry about it. This will decide your treatment. If you are not having any symptoms then do not worry. For further queries consult a cardiologist online --> | |
What causes large sore lump on right side of throat?
the right side on my throat has a large lump that is oval shaped were the thyroid gland on my trachea should be. my throat has been sore around that area for around a year but i didn t notice a lump until just recently. do you think it could be cancerous? | Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.Well, If I were your treating Doctor for this case of a neck lump on the thyroid area, I would come up with three possibilities, these include: 1. a colloid cyst of the thyroid! however, sometimes these cysts might contain cancerous cells also!2. The second possibility is of benign and simple inflammatory conditions like lipoma or neurofibroma or a reactive enlarged lymph node; there is nothing to worry about these! Sometimes a lymph node might suggest cancer in the larynx/throat... 3. The last possibility is of sebaceous cyst or some other cysts like infected branchial cyst or lymphatic cysts! Nothing to worry about these also!Therefore, the treatment only depends upon the diagnosis!I suggest you to go for an FNAC /biopsy and ultrasound of the lump for confirmation and to relieve your concerns!Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing you good health. | |
What causes groin pain after sitting for a period of time?
After sitting for a bit I have a sharp stabbing pain in my groin when I try to stand. Once I finally get moving it improves but does not go away. Walking up step is almost impossible as the stabbing pain is unbelievable. I have had this for a couple months and hoping it would go away. | dear sir / madam i would like to know your age, and based on your description i imagine you to be having hip arthritis, i would like to examine your hip joint to further come to diagnosis, | |
Could vitamin D 3 deficiency lead to infertility?
Hi doctor... its saba khan from mumbai... I hav query dat me n my husband trying to conveive from last 1 n half year bt failed... we did all necessary test... report show dat I m in thyroid and vitamin d3 defficiency aftr few mnth I did sonography it showed I hv pcod... I did all medical treatment my thyroid is now smthng lyk 1.2 which was 5... and my pcod treatment is also going on... this mnth dr gave me goodova 100 mg.. fertisure f.. progynova 2mg alivher tablet... and from 25th june she said to do sonography alternatively. .. docoter plz let me knw this is there any hope of conceiving. .. whole dat in my mind just one thing come n its abt my own baby... I m so worried doctor please help me... is dat my all problems will solve soon... ??? | Hello dear, dont get disheartened so soon.You have all the hope for conception and are in safe hands.Keep some patience and keep taking all the medicines as given.Ultrasonography is done to see the growth and rupture of eggs and thus timed intercourse to have higher chances of pregnancy.PCOD is seen in almost 10-15% of general population so dont feel so upset about it.In case you have any questions in future you can contact me directly on | |
What causes a whistle like sound while sleeping?
I have a 8 year old nephew, before 3 year he suffered a disease, which was not recognised by any Doctors of our area confidently. Always an sound was create and a long whistle type sound create in his sleep. Lastly a Doctor recognised it as pulmonlogist. | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic.By what you quote I put forth these possibilities - 1. Congenital airway anomaly - this causes noisy breathing (both inspiratory and expiratory noise, actually inspiratory will be more than expiratory noise). But the child will not struggle to breath and there will not be fast breathing and in-drawing of chest wall. The sound will be more heard during sleeping and feeding.2. Wheezing - Here the sound will be predominantly expiratory; the kid will be struggling to breathe, might turn blue and require oxygen and may have chest wall in-drawing.But both are associated with recurrent cough and cold. But these might not always be bacterial infections which require antibiotics and usually are predominantly viral and are self-limiting.Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed)., | |
How to reduce pain due to Ankylosing spondylitis?
hi I have Ankolysing spondolitis problem since last 10 years.what medicine should I take for pain ?since last 2 months I have severe pain,I cannot stand and walk.I have taken NEUCOXIA-90 then I got some relieve in my pain but last 2-3 days it again severe. | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.I have noted your symptoms and it is unfortunate that you are suffering from ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and pain has got aggravated for few days. AS is a chronic disease and there are fluctuations in symptoms.For pain relief, you can take naproxen tablets.In addition, you can also take disease modifying drugs such as salazopyrine or hydroxychloroquine so that disease not get worse over time.I hope my reply has helped you.I would be pleased to answer, if you have any follow up queries or if you require any further information. Best wishes,Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology)Senior Consultant NeurologistApollo Hospitals, Hyderabad,For DIRECT QUERY to me: My blog: | |
Having bloating, stomach fullness, weightloss, no pain. Gall bladder issues?
From August of 2011 to December of 2011, I lost 20 lbs, going from 125 to 105. In December of 2011 I started noticing extreme bloating and severe fullness after eating as if my food was not digesting, which would last the entire day and get worse as I ate more food throughout the day, only feeling better with long fasting(15+ hours). This has lasted until now. The past couple months, I ve had an endoscopy , a gastric emptying test, a small bowel barium x-ray , a upper right quadrant ultrasound, and a HIDA scan with CCK. All were normal except the HIDA scan. My gallbladder never appeared after 4 hours and they never injected the CCK. My GI doctor told me this may be what is causing at least some of my symptoms. I went to see a surgeon, who told me that my symptoms appear to be inconsistent with what he said were the only 2 reasons for results like mine, inflammation, and a gall stone blocking the duct(I asked about sludge and he said sludge usually shows up on an ultrasound). He said if that were the case, I would be in severe pain where my gallbladder is located. I am really looking for answers. All of my tests have come back normal except for the HIDA, and the surgeon doesn t seem to believe it. I am really worried and am looking for any information I can find. Although I am not a doctor, I ve read that gallbladder problems can FEEL as if your food is not digesting(although clinically I KNOW mine is digesting), and bloating and an unusual feeling of fullness can occur. I have also read that rapid weight loss can contribute to gallbladder issues. I guess what I m asking is, out of all these tests one comes back abnormal and the surgeon is not willing to accept it as abnormal, so MUST you feel severe pain as the doctor said for a test to come back the way mine did? And do my other symptoms(fullness, bloating) fit at all with my abnormal HIDA scan result? | Hello! Thank you for the query. You have the right to insist that this is gallbladder only if you do suffer from symptoms like: upper right abdomen pain radiating to the back, nausea and vomiting, pain after a meal especially when it is fatty or spicy food. Otherwise, there is no reason for gallbladder removing. Looking into the tests you have had performed, I cannot see colonoscopy and abdominal CT. Weight lost and bloating can be a symptom of colon cancer. Colonoscopy is very important in ruling it out. Abdominal CT with oral contras is another test which should be done to visualize pancreas. Regular ultrasound wont tell anything about its condition. You should also have some blood tests: amylase, lipase, urine amylase, CEA, CA 19.9, CA-125. Stool tests should be also performed. Only if really all other reasons of your pain will be ruled out and you do suffer from symptoms located in the upper right abdomen, you may ask a surgeon for laparoscopic gallbladder removal. Hope this will help. Regards. | |
Can an injury or arthritis cause pain around the hips?
I have pain in my outer lower hip on when I walk. Painful enough to make me limp. It Just started yesterday and I had no pain the day before even though I walked over 12,000 steps and had an hour of semi private workouts/tracing the day before that. Could it be an injury or arthritis? How can you tell the difference between the two? | Hi, Pain associated with arthritis will not arise all of a sudden, it’s a gradual pain that develops slowly. In your case, the pain might be due to heavy physical exertion. As a first line management you can take analgesics like Tramadol or diclofenac for pain relief: If symptoms persist, you can consult an orthopaedician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Does childhood meningitis lead to back problems in old age?
I had spinal meningitis, influenza B as a child of four. I do not have much information on this, except recently my older sister said for about ten years my mother filled out a questionnaire about my health. I have always had back problems and now am 65 and feeling my back problems returning. I have not seen a doctor for this as I have always been afraid of them, since that spinal tap I had at age 4. I know it s unrealistic but are there any long term effects from this illness? I was very well taken care of in Grace New Haven Hospital which in about 1953 had all the Yale doctors in attendance and then became all one hospital, I think. | Hi,Welcome to healhcare magic. Your back problems has no relation to your childhood meningitis.You are probably suffering from normal backache. It is due to weakness of muscles and bone.You can be helped by back exercises,calcium ,ViaminD3 supplementation if it is low and analgesics (diclofenac sodium) whenever you feel pain. I think your query is answered .You can revert back if any more query | |
Suggest treatment for calculi in kidney
RAM BABU AGARWAL 58/M Sub.: Urine Infection from last 3 years Details of treatment are as under HTN - OLMESAR 20 1 Morning Diabetes - Amrayl M2 1 Morning - 1Evening PIOZ - 15mg 1 Night DOS 24/3/09 HOLEP (LASER PROSTATECTOMY) at Jaipur Frequent Urethral Calibration once in a month (8 times) T.LOXOF 500 mg/ 6 months with Gaps T.MOXIFFrom 24/4/09, E-Coli 10power 5, Inj. Amikacin 500mg - BD 3 days 30/8/09 to 23/9/09, Klebsilla, 10 power 5, Inj. Bristokacin 1gm OD 7 DaysFrom 30/9/09 -E - Coli 105 Problem in Urine discharge & PVR more than 80ml.DOS 7/10/10, Laser VIU done ( Bladder Neck Open at Jaipur) 4 Time Urithral calibration every month till January 2011 T Mosif 400 gm/ Loxof -E - Coli 105 regularly Urifast - 15 days M-Cin 400gm - 10 daysUroflow 418/23/13 PVR 6ml10/11/2011, Ecoli 10 power 5, Tab. Faronem -27Inj. Magnex 1 gm Total 48 Three Test were STERILE (30/3/ 2011 to 13/ 4/2011) 18/4/2011 onwards Amikacsin 1-1 = 12 daysKlebsilla 10 power 5 Tab Faronem 200 1+1 = 12 daysFrom 11/05/2011 Faronem 200 1- 1- 1Other in : Calculi of about 23mm & 07mm in the lower calys of left kidney from last 3 years.Uroflow - OK PVR - OKFever with cold for 1-2 days when Antibiotics stopB.P. & Sugar monitoring regularly both under control.All other Pathological test including creatinine is normal. | 2 cm calculi in lower pole should be treated with PCNL after the urine infection settles down because the chances of sepsis is high in infected urine. | |
What causes deep indentation on the skull?
A few days ago I noticed a rather deep indentation in the parietal area of my skull. I am a 55 yo woman and sure that I would have noticed this if it had always been there. I have not bumped my head or had any traumatic injuries. Nor is it painful and no headaches present. Should I have concern for this? I have read where dehydration could cause this. What is your opinion? | Hi ,Deep indentation in head could be due to skull lytic lesions caused by skull tumors and seconday involvement of skull from hematological conditions Depressed closed fracture can be one cause (not possible in your case as ni h/o trauma)I advise you to do X ray skull and CAT scan head ,CBC with peripheral smear and multiple myeloma workup. Thanks | |
Diagnosed with Clostridium difficile
My 12 month old smells like maple syrup. It is a very strong smell. He has been treated for C Dif twice in the last 45 days and is getting over hand/foot/mouth. He has been off the Flagyl for about 4 days now. I noticed the smell several days ago, but it is getting worse and more noticeable. | HiWelcome to the HCMI have gone through your question and understand your concerns. It seems that your child may be suffering from an inborn error of metabolism known as Maple syrup urine disease. The intermittent variant of this disease menifests at the times of illness leading to accumulation of branched chain amino acids in the body. These acids give typical odour of maple syrup in urine and body odour.You may take him for plasma amino acids analysis for diagnosis and management accordingly.Hopefully this will help you. I would be happy to help you in any further questions.Take care | |
Any recommendations for problems in motility after liquefaction in semen examination?
Good day doctor.My semen examination report shows that i have some problem in motility after liquefaction as following.Sperm count : 38 millionsVolume:5.0 mlLiquefaction : 30 minAbnormal forms : 25 per centPus cell : 2/3Fast progressive : 5 /Slow progressive : 20 /Non progressive : 40 /Immotile : 35 /Aglutinatin +What would you please recommend about it doctor. Thanks | hithanks for using healthcare magicThe liquefaction is the process when the gel formed by proteins from the seminal vesicles is broken up and the semen becomes more liquid. It normally takes less than 20 minutes for the sample to change from a thick gel into a liquid. In the NICE guidelines, a liquefaction time within 60 minutes is regarded as within normal ranges. That's mean in ur case liquefactionn is normal. now according to WHO has motility factor should be 50% and this must be measured within 60 minutes of collection. In ur case motility factor is around 65%. there is nothing to worry in ur reportthanks | |
What causes high temperature with lethargy?
my 2 1/2 yr old for the past 2 days has had episodes of being lathargeic pale, tears and seem very tired,. He is now running a fever 102.9 ped said it was ok to let him sleep for no more than 2 hrs then to wake him. Im getting scared as this is not his personality at all. should we go to the er | Thanks for folow up, high fever or a high temperature is usually a symptom of infection:viral, bacterial or fungal.High temperature is usually associated with syndrome of intoxication:headache, letargy, naesea, vomiting, weakness. But depending on your age, you should believe that fever is a natural bodily defense against infection, but hyperthermia can be dangerous.You should control body temperature with antipiretic syrups:calpol,tylenol or adol suppositories 125mg.If she had fever, accompanying lethargy, sore throat, cough, ear pain, and diarrhea she would better go to doctor.According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, if you have an infant younger than 4 months old with a rectal temperature of 100.4 F or above, you should immediately call your doctor or go to an emergency room because it could be a sign of a potentially life-threatening infection. Also call your doctor or go to the emergency room if an | |
Is more pain involved in canine tooth extraction?
i need to have my canien eye tooth removed. crown fell out completly fractured inside, gums on top of tooth very red and sore, i am 51 yrs and would like to know what is involved in this surgery...tnx is a canine tooth more serious then any other tooth extraction, is more pain involved....... | thanks for your query, i have gone through your query. the canine tooth has a long root. nothing to worry consult a oral maxillofacial surgeon and get it removed. the gum around tooth might be inflammed because of the trauma. its nothing serious its a simple procedure done under local anesthesia. i hope my answer will help you take care. | |
Anxiety, nervousness, slurred speech, shivering. What anti-anxiety medication can I take?
i have a interview this month and im already worried about it so if you could please advice if i can take any anti-anxity or any tablets which can help me to calm myself on the interview day. i usually get nervous,gt slurr voice and start shivering so please help me out. I do not have any medical problem im all fit. thankyou | hi, welcome to health care magic probably you are suffering from an anxiety disorder. Standard treatment includes counselling, and medicines like paroxetine, sertraline, fluoxetine etc. But these medicines may take 6-8 weeks to provide a relief. For an interview you can not use anxiolytics like alprazolam as they will make you drowsy. A better alternative is propranolol (market name-inderal) 10 mg before the interview, (but if you have any other medical illness then it should not be used without consultation with doctor). Inderal will be very helpful in relieving stress of interview by stopping symptoms of nervousness. Meanwhile you should consult a nearby psychiatrist for treatment of anxiety disorder. best of luck | |
Can bronchitis cause pain in chest?
well i dont konw if it has to do with bronchtis but tonight while sleeping i woke up to an intense pain right underneath my left breast. it is like an intense pain right underneath. it hurts more when i take deep breaths. i was wondereing if it could be from being sick cuz i do have the flu so whats going on?? im so scared!! | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, bronchitis can cause chest pain. Bronchitis can cause pleurisy (inflammation of pleura) and this can cause chest pain on breathing. But in my opinion, we should rule out heart diseases because you are having mid night left sided severe chest pain which is more common in heart diseases. So first get done ecg and 2d echo. If both these are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases. Take simple painkiller and anti inflammatory drugs for pleurisy related chest pain. Apply warm water pad on affected areas. This will also gives symptomatic relief.Don't worry, you will be alright but first rule out heart diseases. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
What causes pain in umbilicus during pregnancy?
I am 29 weeks preganant and i had a conern with my belly button. My belly button has been popped out troughout my pregnancy but but until 3 or 4 days ago i have intense pain that comes and goes to that area , it is extremly sensative, and it is now pueple as well. Before i was able to push my belly button inward with no pain or discomfort, now i cant even do that...all i feel is a lump and it hurts when i apply any kind os pressure, brush it against something , or i even get pain to the area while i am sleeping. Is this normal? | Hi dear, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.You seem to be having umbilical hernia, which is the protrusion of abdominal content through the umbilicus or belly button, due to its weakness.I will suggest you to consult an OBGYN specialist to get properly examined, investigated and treated accordingly.Hope you found the answer helpful.Dr Deepti Verma | |
Q. One of my baby's eyeballs appears to be deeper. Will it get corrected on its own?
Hello doctor, My daughter is one and a half months old. One of her eyeballs appears to be more inside than the other. What should we do? Should we consult a specialist or will it get alright as the baby grows? | Hello. I read your query and understand your concern. But, there is nothing to worry about as such. Regards For more information consult an internal medicine physician online --> | |
Suggest remedy for mood swings, disinterest in social situations and solitude
Hi, may I answer your health queries- Hi my son aged 25 years,completed B E in computers worked in M N Company for02years.After wards he left job stating that i will not work under any body.All ready 02 years completed without job. He is not taking regularly bath ,brushing tooth ,no higeni not mixing up people frinds not going outside house ,he is silent,sitting in front of the computer & un nessary angary. we are 03 people in our family, maxmim he silent.kindly advise we residing in bangalore phone no 0000 | Hello,More than depression, it appears to me that he is suffering from some psychotic spectrum disorder. A detailed history and evaluation would be requires for proper diagnosis and management.I would advice you to visit NIMHANS.Thanks. | |
Suggest treatment for swollen and painful collar bone
Hi my name is Mark I am a 34 year old male I have a swelling just above my collar bone on the right side, it is soft and squidgy, it comes up for a couple of weeks and then goes down, I also have a pain in my shoulder that I can only describe as feeling like it is going to come out of its socket it is very painful, my arm has also gone a grey/blue colour for a few minutes a couple of times, I have been to the hospital and they could not find anything, I have been suffering with this for 2 years and it s getting worse. Any advice would be great thanks | Dear Sir/MadamI have gone through your query and read your symptoms.In my opinion, you could be having vascular swelling and you need urgent diagnosis of the condition, as this could be life threatening. so please seek help from a vascular surgeon.I hope that answers your query. If you want any more clarification, contact me back. | |
What could cause dizziness,blurred vision & light headed?
On my second day of my period I have seriouse back and belly pains witch I can not move wiyh and also, I go light headed and dizzy, I have blurred vision and my hearing goes also I have reali bad sweats for about 20 miunits. I was woundering if you would help me? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Menstrual headache and other complain may occur during periods.Take pain killers for relief. Regular headache like episodes requires evaluation by a neurologist. Regards, Dr. N. Kumar Neurologist | |
What are the possible treatment for paralysis attack on the right side of the body?
my dad has got a paralysis attack on his right side of the body he is not able to speak properly he is now admitted in hospital so wht should be done to this it is going to be 8 days admitted in hospital so i due request u to suggest some remedies for this situation . | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicThere are different brain injuries that can cause problems speaking and difficulty with movement. One of the most common is a stroke. This occurs when an area of the brain becomes damaged due to either a block in a blood vessel in the brain or a leak from a blood vessel. Strokes are most common in persons with hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, smokers, obesity, older persons.The general treatment would address any of the above listed risk factors to reduce the chance of recurrence and physiotherapy.I hope this helps | |
What causes several lumps on head?
My son has had several lumps appear on his head. We just had an ultrasound and e-rays done yesterday and they have told us they are something like hives under the skin and we are going to see an allergist next week. Do you have any information on something like this you can give me? | Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.Head is a rare site to develop hives , yet still know in a few patients. This can be a seborrhoeic dermatitis / can be multiple furunculosis/ .If the response to antihistamine and oral steroid is dramatic , then only one can say that these are hives. So try this too. | |
What causes frequent stomach pain and diarrhea in a child?
I am trying to figure out what is wrong with my 10 year old daughter. I am investigating gastritis. She has chronic issues with upset/painful stomach issues and gets diarhhea often. She went into the hospital once and since we have treated at home since there were no answers. This time we are one week of school missed and now we are looking at more time because she has gotten worse. What do I need to talk to her dr. about? | hi sir/madam,Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.possible causes are:-1. Food allergies.2. Lactose intolerance.3. Fecal impaction.4. Crohn’s disease.5. Over-eating.6. Bacterial infection.hope this was helpful.have a healthy day. | |
Q. Can fungal infection cause low grade fever?
Hi doctor, For around nine weeks now, I have had a low grade fever and that persists. Also, I feel a little upper throat fullness and mild sinus congestion. I have been in and out of primary care clinics many times looking for help. I had two chest x-rays and they were clear. I also had blood tests for several times and all are within normal ranges. My thyroid is normal and there is no abnormal bowel activity. I do not have vomiting or nausea. There is no sinus problem. I am fatigued, pale and have periodic random strange symptoms like mild numbness or heaviness in legs and fluttering in stomach. I have tried an antibiotic for a suspected sinus infection, but low grade fever and fatigue persists. I eat well and I am maintaining a good weight. How do I narrow down the possibilities of illness? Is it possibly a fungal infection? | Hi. This is a chronic fever, which is called as pyrexia of unknown origin when we are unable to ascertain a cause. As your blood tests and x-ray are normal, lung infection is ruled out. Conditions causing chronic fever are numerous. Also, certain infections like tuberculosis, HIV and malignancies can cause it. But, in your case it is unlikely as there is no weight loss or other risk factors, neither you have an x-ray abnormality. Now, we move to the lymph nodes. Do you have any lymph node swelling? If yes, then get it tested. Try to get an ultrasound of abdomen to rule out lymphadenopathy. Get a urine routine and culture as sometimes a mild urine infection can get unnoticed and cause fever. Get a blood glucose and renal function test too. If everything comes normal, then we should look for anemia. A low hemoglobin can cause low grade fever and fatigue. Fungal infections usually cause severe illness. To confirm if it is a fungal infection, a blood culture is required. For further information consult a general medicine physician online --> | |
Why am i having a feeling of chemical smell after filling tooth cavities?
2 weeks ago I had 3 cavities filled. (2 on bottom same side, 1 on top same side). Ever since then i keep smelling a chemical smell. After they were done i mentioned that it felt like i had something gritty in the back of my throat to which i was told it was ok and just left over from the work the dental assistant did. Im starting to get worried and don't know what to do. What could be causing this? | Hello, Thank you for consulting with HCM.As you are mentioning that you got your filling done 2 weeks ago and you are still feeling chemical smell in your mouth, then it is not a common condition, it looks that you are having some allergic reaction which causing irritation in your throat.Better you should visit your dentist again and get a re-restoration done.Hope this will help you. | |
Severe pain in the stomach. Diarrhea and vomiting. No gastritis and hernia. Stress related?
Hi Doc, My husband has severe pain in the left side of his stomach. Occasionally he wakes up with diarrhea , vomiting and then the pain follows. He s seen a specialist who ruled out gastritis , stones, hernia , ulcers . He s been tested for H.Pylori.. nothing comes up in ultrasounds, x-rays or CT scans. Some doctors suggest it is caused by stress. Usually nothing sets it off; it just happens when he wakes up.He says it feels like his acids are out of control and vomiting relieves the pain for a moment. It s been happening for years and we still don t know what it is. What do you think? | Hi, many thanks for the query!Your picture fits more in "IBS", yes, most common cause is stress.You need to do- Stool (Culture & Microscopy), CBC, LFT, ESR.Investigations to rule out coeliac disease, Hydrogen breath test to exclude fructose/lactose malabsorption.Do Yoga & Meditation.Avoid milk & milk products, take a low FODMAP (Fermentable, Oligo-, Di-, Mono-saccharides And Polyols) diet, High Fibre diet.Take antispasmodics, antacids, anti-emetics with your doctor's opinion.Wish you a good health.Take care.Regards. | |
Why do i have pain and bleed while passing motions ?
hi, am getting blood along motion and servior pain also, please suggest wich physican to conslut, tis is happenning for more thn 2 weaks already consult with general physician but problem remains the same. | Consult a general surgeon, who, after some investigations, may refer you to gastroenterologist if necessary. Do not ignore the problem. | |
What treatment is suggested for umbilical infection?
Hi i have an umbilical infection and havw been put on antibiotics as there was greenish discharfe now white sticky discharfe not a lot but have noticed a little blood when cleaning very gently. While it was checked and diagnosed there was no blood. Shall i just continue on with the antibiotics and hope it clears or should i get it checked again because of the new blood issue? | If the injury to your umbilical area is superficial (involving only the skin), I suggest that you do the following:1. Complete your antibiotic regimen2. Clean the area with saline, and then with betadine. Apply gauze soaked in betadine and dress the wound. Do the dressing twice daily.3. Continue this for at least 7 days and then re-evaluate.You will be Ok.If the injury is deeper, however, consult a general physician. | |
Is the feeling of persistent sickness a symptom of a mental disorder?
my sister is always claiming to be sick with one thing or another. As soon as she solves one problem then another arises the same day. she talks about her health all day long and seems to love talking about it . I cant take it any more. Does she have a mental problem ? She goes to the dr all the time , at least every week. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Yes, she seems to be suffering from illness anxiety disorder or hypochondriasis. In it their is a persistent belief in the presence of at least one serious physical illness underlying the presenting symptoms, even after repeated investigations came negative they have persistent preoccupation with presumed deformity; along with this they persistently refusal to accept the advice and reassurance of several different doctors that there is no physical illness or abnormality underlying the symptoms. She needs to be shown to a psychiatric clinic. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Suggest infertility treatment
hi doctor iam 38 years old women, and my husband is 46. i already had a miscarriage before 2yrs.after that because of cycst they suggested key hole surgery. i did before 7 months. last month again i started to take medicine.but no result.i need infertility treatment.so kindly give some valuable suggestions | Hi,Thanks for writing to HCM.Since you had miscarriage you need to evaluate yourself to know the cause. I would suggest you to start with ovulation inducing drugs like clomephine under your doctor guidance. This will help multiple follicles to grow and mature. With this as your age is more I suggest you to go for IUI. It is intrauterine ingestion of sperms. Here sperms are washed and prpcessed and healthy sperms are placed in uterus. This increases chances of pregnancy.Hope i have been helpful.RegardsDr.Ashish Verma | |
Can experiencing muscle pain cause of vitamin E or D?
Hi Docs : i am 39 yrs old and ptn of high bp under the medicine of Concor am 5 and stator 10 last few days i have been suffering from muscle pain which is not cured by anyother pain killer asociated with muscle relaxtant like thiocholchisite or tzinadine doc presribe me nurogaba 75 but still not cured . Tell me is it cause of VIT E or VIT D ?? can i use E COD tab or Nurobion plus ?? which will be correct ? | Hi,It's suggestive of side effect of Concor-AM 5. Concor 5 MG is commonly used to treat high blood pressure and other heart diseases. Its most common side effects include low blood pressure, decreased heart beats, flushing, fatigue, muscle pain and impotency. Consult your treating doctor for a possible dose reduction of Concor-AM or an effective alternate but a safer drug to control your high blood pressure. Vitamin E or D is unlikely to cause muscle pain.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician | |
Is there an ayurvedic programme to have a male baby?
Hello Doctors I am a second daughter of 2 kids in my family. And my big sister has 2 daughters and I have 2 daughters. First of all I have to say that we are all blessed to have our beautiful healthy girls in our home. And of course as to balance my family I really want to have son this time since this would be my last C-Section allowed to have after my previous 2 C-Section. I have read about ayurveda little bit from here, Do you think I can concieve baby boy if I follow the certain program? And would that be available? Thank you so much, this means a lot to my family :). | Hallo .Khulany. May GOD who is the Spirit of all, who is Existent , Concious and All -Bliss , who is the Creator of the Universe, who is Holy by nature and who is the dispenser of Justice be our helpful Guide. According to SANSKAR VIDHI the impregnation time of women consists of 16 Nights which begins from the commencement of the menstrual discharge and lasts till 16 days thereafter. The first 4 Nights are the menstrual periods. The 11 th and 13 th Nights are also prohibited for the purpose of impregnation. So ,those who desire MALE CHILD should know that the 6 , 8 , 10 ., 12, 14 , 16 NIGHTS are appropriately GOOD for impregnation. Those who desire FEMALE CHILD should realize these 5 , 7 , 9 . 15 .NIGHTS are well conducive to their desired aim. Leave out the PARUVA NIGHTS .{ Purnima , Amavasya, Chaturdashi , Ashtami ,} of the 16 NIGHTS not to do sexual course. Therefore , the Husband and Wife desirous of Male child ought to meterialise the function of impregnation in odd NIGHTS. GOD BLESS YOU . | |
What causes unusual abdominal pain?
My wife has a left side pain that would be considered a hernia muscle for men. She is 42 years old, 5 10 225 lbs. very active. Hurts when she moves, no pain while sitting. More painful with activity. Does not hurt to the touch, no swelling or redness. Makes her kind of limp a bit, off balance when first applying weight to left leg. My guess is a muscle tear ? Any ideas? | Hello, As of now you can take analgesics like tramadol for pain relief. If symptoms persists better to consult a physician and plan for an ultrasound scan. We have to rule out possible causes like hernia. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What are the symptoms of MRSA and Neisseria ?
hi doctor, im a phd student 27 years old. two years before i had multiple sex partners (around 6-7 women). i had sex with them within a period of one year. now for the past one year, i didnt have sex with anyone. two years before i examined medical testing for HIV 1, 2, TPHA, VDRL.. everything was fine for 5 months. after tat i had severe scrotal cracks with irritation, swelling of testicles.. my penis region is clear and ther is no infection there. my infection in scrotum spreaded to an extent.. i consulted physician twice and first time was administered with amox:clavu combination, treatment was effective for juz 2 days and after tat restarted with infections. after 6 months, the infection become severe and i consulted another doctor and he gave me ceftrixone and some allergics.. was effective for about a week n infection restarted again. i tested for HIV, TPHA and VDRL again, all reports showing negative again. no white or yellow discharge from penis, but a white cloudy sticky substance on scrotal regions late in the evening.. its a bit fowl smelly.. im a microbiologist and i just took a swab sample from the scrotum skin, plated it in blood agar. i got more than one type of hemolysis.. is tat a MRSA or Neisseria or watelse? its worrying me alot, and plz assist me in this. | Thanks for your query at HCM!I am Infectious Disease Specialist! I went through your query!As you mentioned the HIV, TPHA and VDRL tests were negative then you are unlikely to have these diseases. You need not worry.As for your infection and your occupation you are definitely at risk of having resistant microbes causing infection such as MRSA or ESBL.Was the growth heavy on plating?Counts?You have to apply topical ointment like mupirocin and antibitics like clindamycin or teicoplanin to combat infection.I suggest you must get an antibiotic sensitivity testing done and start treatment based on the results.You must maintain good hygiene of your perineal area.Happy to take more queries! You can also write a review for me. If you would like some more information, I will be happy to provide. You can take a follow-up query. You can thank if information was found useful.Take care!Dr. Sheetal VermaInfectious Disease Specialist | |
Diagnosed as having porcelain Gallbladder, suggested for removal, high blood sugar. How to solve the problem.
Sir, I am diagnosed as having porcelain Gallbladder and doctor suggested for removal. I am also suffering from high blood sugar (146/276), Uric Acid (7.9) and Triglyceride . My age is 43 years. Sir, I am keen to know whether operation may be safe for me at this condition. Is there any other way to come out from this problem. Yours faithfully, Jayanta Ray Chaudhury | Hi madam. There are 2 options. You can wait and risk that porcealin gallbladder become malignancy or some other complications may develop. Secondly, you can undergo cholecystectomy which is recommended and indicated in this cases. I suggest to do it .this is a routine procedure today.it can be done laparoscopicaly. YOu are young, sugar and lipids levels arent contraindication and dont have big impact on outcome so this is safe for you and I really think you should not be afraid of surgery. Wish you good health. | |
Flat red patch on red palate, increasing in size, referred to Maxillofacial Surgeon. Is it oral cancer?
I have a smooth, flat red patch on my hard palate . My dentist has referred me to an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon as she spotted it 6 months ago and it has now doubled in size. I m really quite worried as I have done the dreaded google search! The only explanation I ve seen is for oral cancer . Are there any other possible causes? | Hi, Smooth flat red patch may be infective and may be a premalignant condition like erythroplakia. A tissue diagnosis is mandatory for diagnosis. History of tobacco chewing is important here. Consult a histopathologist for tissue diagnosis, management will depends on diagnosis. Take care. | |
Can chondromalacia patella cause knee pain?
Hi, I am 20 years old and have been diagnose with PCOS for the past 6 or 7 years and have been on treatment with the birth control pill Diane-35. I have been having knee pain a lot recently. I did some research and came across Chondromalacia Patella. Do you think that may be the cause of my pain? | Hello, Some birth control pills causes decreased bone density in long term.Cause of your pain may be due to chondromalacia patella, it's symptoms like pain on climbing stairs, getting up from floor or chair after long rest. Check your weight whether you are gaining weight. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Krishnakanth. K | |
Q. Please recommend some treatment for the prickly and itchy rashes on my abdomen.
Hello doctor, I have a rash on my abdomen or the lower chest area and also in the mid back. It is being there from the past three weeks. This is the second time that I am getting the rash within these six months. About four to six months back, I first got this type of rash. The rash appears flat with no bumps and it is pink in color. The rash is prickly and itchy at times, mostly the ones present on my back. Sometimes, the rash becomes red, especially if I start itching. Sometimes the rash appears blotchy. The rash looks like a versicolor rash. I am fair skinned. I have tried antifungal creams, shampoo and pills, but it has not disappeared. It seems to flare up when it is hot, sweaty and also after a hot shower. I recently tried applying a mixture of coconut oil and apple cider vinegar and the rash intensely flared up and appeared very red in the affected area. Please recommend some treatment for this. | Hi. I have read your concerns and examined your pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Revert back after seven days to a dermatologist online --> | |
Suggest treatment for allergy towards pollen
Hi, i live in Norway. I ve very strong polen alergi, using tablets, eyedrops , nesel sprays, but they dont work properly, what can i do, its so irritating. cant go out and enjoy the sunny weather. Have u some good advise. I am 31, my waight is 62 and height is 155 cm. | HelloThank You for contacting HCM.As you have chronic allergy problem so i would recommend you following things:> Take levocetirizine one at night for 5 days.> Take montelukast one daily for one month. Research has shown that it decreases the allergic symptoms considerably.I would also suggest you to under go allergy testing at allergy clinic as you have chronic allergy problem. It will tell that you are allergic to what specific thing. The results will help an allergist to prescribe you immunotherapy to that specific allergen and it will improve the problem.Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Wishing you good health. | |
Suggest treatment for shoulder pain despite using ice packs
I have pain in my shoulder, I ve been exercising using heavy weight with a small amount of reps. I have osteoporosis and am 72 years old. The doctor has recommended ice packs once a day 20 minutes on, 20 minutes off and 20 minutes on with no exercise on my arms for three weeks. I ve only been doing this for 4 days but have had no relief yet. Should I be concerned? Thank you, Sherry Setser | Hi, Consult an orthopedician and get an MRI scan done to rule out ligament or tendon injury. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Urine test shows UTI and Klebsiella infection. Have abdominal pain after taking Oxalobact. Side effects?
two days back my urine culture report showed that I am suffering from UTI and Klebsiella bacteria found in my urine, more than 1lac in 1ml. Before i gave my urine for test, I had constant abdominal pain. Doctor has prescribed Oxalobact, Skify 200 MD and QRS. I am taking these tablets for the past three days. I have abdominal pain -is this pain due to side effects of these tablets I am taking or some other health issue. My RBC count is normal, no thyroid and sugar is 80 before breakfast.I am afraid if it is kidney stone. I am very confused and afraid if there is any serious problem with my body. I am 39 yrs old female. Thanks | Hi, thanks for using healthcare magicKlebsiella bacteria can be associated different infections including urinary tract infections.This particular bacteria can sometimes be difficult to treat and may be resistant to some antibiotics used.In addition the antibiotics often have to be used for a prolonged period for an effective response.The urinary tract infection itself can cause the abdominal pain that you are experiencing.You should consider re visiting your doctor for a reassessment. He or she may ask for another sample of urine to send to the lab and depending your physical findings suggest and ultrasound to assess the kidneys.This would determine if there are any other issues like a kidney stone.I hope this helps | |
Suggest remedy for puss filled lumps on the neck
I have a small lump at the back of my neck . I put my finger on it tried to squeeze it not sure if anything came out it was smelly. I then had my partner squeez it being carefull not to use her nails but only a little bit of whit puss came out. not much at all. unlike another one i had in the past. The problem is the next day it is a little bigger red and now it s sore. i should have never touched it. I was going to have it removed this coming December but now it s really sore. I work in construction so I didn t want to do it now and risk infection with the hot summer. | HI,Welcome with your query to HCM.Based on the facts of your query,after its review,In my opinion you should not handle repeatedly,as it has increased in size with resultant big size on next morning and chances of getting infected and turning in to abscess.Remedy-I would suggest immediate-consultation with your GP doctor,and Take-Tab Oflox / Tab Motrin / Cold compresses to reduce its size over next 2-5 days.If it does not regress,Surgical drainage after 5 days time under care of Surgeon,as otherwise it would lead to more complications from sepsis.So don't wait for summer to go.Act fast.Hope this reply resolves your worry with your queries.Will appreciate writing your feedback review comments,to help the needy patients like you at HCM.Good Day!!Dr.Savaskar,Senior Surgical SpecialistM.S.Genl-CVTS | |
Suggest remedy for severe lower back pain
I have had serve lower back pain for many years, also pain in my lower neck. This is always when standing for any length of time or walking. When I go to lay down this is relived for a short period of time, then pain returns for laying and I must get up. I have went to pain management and receive shots which helped for a short period of time,(month to six weeks) I had to stop because of financial reasons. Now I m on Medicare and retired. This restricts my ability to go out and enjoying my life. Things are tight but thinking of going back to the pain management, if I keep going the way I am now I won t be able to stand or walk. Do you think this will help if covered by medicare? | Hi,I am Dr Gopal Goel Orthopedic Surgeon. The nature of pain you have described looks to be due to stenosis of spinal canal. Before you could be suggested any definite course of action , one MRI of neck and lower back is a must. Till that time you may take pain killers ,muscle relaxants and use lumbar belt. | |
What causes hair loss?
sir/mam am suffering from hair thining problem and am using morrf minioxidil with finerstide in it,but not seeing any progress plz let me know what can i do for thick hair becoz 3 years back i have a thick hairs,and now hairs growing rate is also slowing down | Hello, I have gone through your complaints and you seem to be having male pattern baldness. I would recommend you continue with more as you need to continue this for at least 6-7 months to see significant results. Also take tablet finasteride 1 mg once daily and tablet follihair once daily. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist | |
Itchy, flaky dry skin underneath nipples. Lotions, baby powder, showers not helpful. Treatment?
I have had a patch of irratated, extremly itchy, flaky dry skin underneath each nipple on each of my breasts. this has been for about 3-4 weeks, and symptoms have gotten worse to a point where i cannot fall asleep because the dry skin is itching so much. i cant scratch, because it hurts to do so. I've tried lotions, baby powder, hot and cold showers, and nothing seems to work. | Hi,Welcome and thanks for posting your query to HCM.After reading your query there are the best possibility appears to be of "Scabies" infection caused by mite especially causing night itching as is experienced by you. Though there are other areas of involvement too, such as finger web spaces, abdomen and genital areas but to begin with, it starts at one place as in your case around nipple area. The mite is not visible but we experience the nocturnal itching only which is so worse at night that the patient is not able to sleep. It can be very well treated with anti-scabies treatment. Do any body else in family or surrounding have night itching - if yes then should also be treated for the same, otherwise can recur back form that source. You can meet a dermatologist who can guide you for the best of possibility of the problem and give you treatment for the same. Do not try to scratch the area as can lead to secondary infection.Wish you good health.Dr Sanjay K KanodiaMD( Dermatology & STD) | |
What is the cause for gas and a loose stool caused by eating lobsters?
I have eaten lobster all my life but very recently, three times in the last week I have developed stomach/intestinal crping and gas as well as loose stool following eating lobster... The symptoms start very quickly; within 10 to 20 minutes of ingestion. Am I developing an allergy or could it be associated with something in the waters where these lobsters are being harvested this season? | Hi there,Thanks for your query.Your symptoms are highly suggestive of either, food allergy or, food poisoning. It is unlikely to be due to lobsters since you have been having them throughout life. It is therefore possible that your symptoms were due to some chemicals, pollutants, or bacteria/viruses in the water where the lobsters were harvested; or, due to additives used in cooking lobsters.You can make enquiries from other people- who purchased lobsters from the common source- if they too had similar symptoms. This will confirm that lobsters were contaminated/infected.If you find my response helpful and informative, do not forget an “excellent” (5-star rating) to my answer, to ENCOURAGE ALL doctors- engaged in social service- to render sound advice to the FREE queries. Take careDr. Rakesh Karanwal | |
Q. Can ear drops cure an infection in the inner ear wall?
Hi , MY query is i suffer from chronic ear infection. This time when ear infection started i started taking ear drops preemptively which worked for me. But the problem is infection is in the inner walls which keeps coming back after out walls are healed and i stop taking drops for 2 weeks. Now i want to ask can ear drops cure inner infection too if i keep taking my drops. Dexatob/Clotrim | Hi, There is a possibility that there is a chronic infection in the middle ear which is located beyond your ear drum. In such a situation plain ear drops will not treat the infection completely. You will require oral antibiotics to completely treat the infection failing which the ear discharge will keep recurring again. I recommend you to start the following treatment Make sure you keep you ear dry and don't let any water to enter. Place a sterile cotton in the ear entrance of the ear canal and change the cotton every 6 hrs. Make sure you don't clean the ear using ear buds or any foreign object as it can introduce infection into the ear. I hope I have answered your query. If there is anything you need to know or want to enquire, please do let us know and we will get back to you ASAP. Warm regards! | |
Suggest remedy for body pain
My wife had been seeing doctors about her body pain, she has diabetic 2, taking numerous pain prescriptions but relief has not been felt. Just like this morning. She had long troubled sleep, she went toned at 9:00pm and got up at 7:00 am with body pain. We had attended mass at 8:00 and went back home to bed with bodily paid. What do you think is wrong with her and suggestion best possible treatment? How about Professional body massage clinics. | Hello, There can be several causes for body pain. For pain you can take tablet acetaminophen. For further assessment, you may require complete hemogram, nerve conduction studies after physician consultation. You may require physical therapy after physiotherapist consultation. Further treatment mainly depends upon the underlying condition. Avoid over exertion. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shyam Kale Family and general physician | |
Suggest treatment for hard patches and itching on skin
hi,I always face a problem of dry skin and because of which some other infection problems also.like on my fingers some area becomes very very hard and i get itching also in that are please recommed me some medicine so that all this hard patches dissappears.Thanks | Hi,Thanks for writing to us.From the description, it seems you could be having hand eczema. To treat the sameUse a good hydrating cream meant for dry skin preferably containing urea nad lactic acid like cotaryl/remoiz/moisturexApply steroid salicylic ointment 6 percent twice in a day(propynate nf 6/topisal ointment)Use mild soap like cetaphil/pears or dove to wash hands.hopefully in few days, your skin will become normal.Take care | |
What causes sleeplessness, irritation and weird behaviour?
My dad is 58 years old suffering from thyroid and blood pressure. Recently he has started acting weird. He only sleeps 2.5 hrs. Gets irritated very fast. Dont listen to family members, takes up fight with people around. He drinks whole day, takes off early from home and then engage in unusual activities like painting our water tank, wearing gown whole day. misbehave with girls and abuse people around. When he is asked to give up what he does he says that he will lit the house on fire. He even collects rubbish plants and herbs and claim that they are great medicines. We are taking him to Gwalior. Can you suggest a good doctor over there. He is a smoker too and these atacks have been there in the past too. Please suggest. | Dear User,Thanks for using health care magic.From the available description it appears that you your father is suffering from late onset psychosis or fronto temporal dementia considering her change in behavior and personality in recent years. Although it is not advisable to tell a name of doctor or a hospital I request you to see a psychiatrist who are generally better equipped in dealing such cases. I assure you that with timely treatment much can be done for your father's recovery.'Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help".Thanks | |
What does absence of e antigen and viral DNA indicate in case of hepatitis-B?
A few years ago I was diagnosed with chronic heb B. My latest test results show: Hepatitis B e antigen - not detected (in my previous blood test it was detected) Hepatitis B e antibody - not detected Viral Load DNA - not detected (in my previous blood test this was detected but very low 31 IU,ml) The fact that the e antigen and Viral DNA are no longer detected, does this mean i am im cured? But can i be cured if i dont have the antibody? If i stop my medication (baraclude) will the virus come back (as i dont have the antibody Many Thanks | Hello! Thanks for putting your query in HCM. I am a Gastroenterologist. Cure will be said once HBsAg will be negative or absent. So continue baraclude. I hope I have answered your query and this will help you . Wish you a good health | |
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 was only two drops. 2. We usually do not go for emesis (vomiting) for phenol poisoning cases. Because, it is a volatile compound and causes vapors entering the lungs through the airways. 3. As it was only two drops, I do not think it may cause much trouble. If he feels short of breath contact me back, otherwise fine. 1. He should avoid re-exposure. 2. Rule out if there is some sort of suicidal ideation due to depression or anxiety and take him to a psychiatrist for physical evaluation. For further follow up consult a general practitioner online.---> | |
What causes less urination in a child?
my 3 year old daughter only urinates 2-3 times per day and sometimes she goes 18 hours without urinating. She says she does not want to go. Is this likely a behavior issue...meaning she is just deciding not to go or could there be a medical condition? | Hi, Welcome to HCM. I have read your question in detail and I know that you are very concerned about your child but don't worry about. If child is passing less urine then you need to do some investigations like urine routine microscopy test and culture test and ultrasound kub to look for post voiding retention. Try to give more liquid diet to child. Further treatment will depend on above reports. I hope this will help you. Wishing your child good health. Take care. | |
How can pain in the buttocks on the left side be treated?
Hi....I had pain in left buttock fr many years...I have done all the test including MRI ...but not any disease comes out.....for some times before I was ill,thinking..but slowy slowy getting better day by day..but pain is there little little...kindly suggest me | Hi, It can be due to neuropathic causes like sciatica. You can take analgesics like Gabapentin for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persist, you can consult a neurologist and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Q. Will blood dilution help treat high Hb in newborn with jaundice?
Hello doctor,My baby is 4 days old. He is diagnosed with jaundice. His Jaundice levels were 19.6 and post phototherapy they have come down to 13. The doctor has noticed that the baby has high Hb (22.3). The other vital parameters are like PCV- 63.7, RBC- 6.36, WBC- 11600, and platelets- 2.05. The doctor has suggested blood dilution. Please let us know if blood dilution would solve the issue and if we have to be bothered about any other parameters. | Hello. Your baby's bilirubin is now in safe range. But as his Hb (hemoglobin) is more this may lead to hemolysis, etc. Dilution of blood means they take out blood and replace with saline. This may lead to dilution. But I think in your case if the baby is active we can wait or do a partial exchange. For more information consult a paediatrician online --> | |
Do scars caused by phimosis worsen due to masturbation?
I had phimosis where the foreskin wouldn t go back and it left terrible scars I kept masturbating and the scars got worse finally they healed and I m able to pull the foreskin back but all of a sudden bumps have formed where the scars where at and they tooken the form of the scar that was there | Hello,Thank You for consulting HealthcareMagic!I do not think that the scars got worsened by masturbation.You need a physical examination to know why bumps have beenformed. You need an evaluation by a Urologist to check thepresence of infection and treatment accordingly.Stay healthy and thank you for consulting! You can contact me again anytime, if you need clarifications or further assistance in future. Kindly rate the answer if you are satisfied. | |
Should I see a doctor as not able to tense the muscle at all?
I was trying to do the front splits when my leg slipped and I went all the way down without stretching...during the fall my hip/quad/hamstring popped several times. This was 4 days ago and I am still in pain, swollen, no bruising, but am not able to tense the muscle at all! Is this something I should see a dr about?? | Hello, It could be a muscle spasm. If symptoms persist you can consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Does drinking water from a fabric softener bottle cause poising?
I reuse bottles often and accidentally drank from a bottle that had once contained diluted fabric softener. I drank almost a liter of filtered water from the bottle in one sitting. I thought the bottle was clean although it smelled of talcum powder (I assumed it was the plastic). Could I be poisoned? | Hi,No, you will not be poisoned by drinking from this bottle. The worst would be that you may feel a little nauseous. Regards,Dr K A Pottinger | |
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 gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
Q. What can cause knee pain with swelling?
Hi doctor, I am 27 years old. I have knee pain in both the legs and it is paining alternatively for the past 1.5 years. Pain starts with swelling around the knee and stay for three to four hours and the pain will be at least once in one to two months. I feel like pinching with needle in the feet. I also get backbone pain in the early morning. I have consulted a specialist and he told to do the attached laboratory tests. I have ASO titer 800 IU/mL and I do not have any tiredness, headache, fever, history of jaundice, joint pain, etc. Please help. | Hello. I have noted your complaints and also gone through the reports carefully (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Anti-DNAse B and echocardiogram. Rheumatic fever. NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) like Celecoxib 200 mg, Piroxicam 20 mg twice a day. It can help to reduce the symptoms of pain and swelling. For further information consult a general practitioner online.---> | |
Q. What does rashes on penis foreskin in an HIV positive mean?
Hello doctor, I am HIV positive. These days I am having rashes on my penis foreskin (it is bad sometimes). I am on ART. But, the foreskin infection these days scare me. My foreskin seems to be rough, reddish, broken sometimes and even I do not masturbate. Please guide me. | Hi. I have gone through your query, and I have noted your concern. Firstly, I request you to kindly upload an image of the affected area so that I can have a look at the skin and guide you accordingly in the best possible way. For more information consult a HIV AIDS specialist online --> | |
PCOS, planning to conceive. Taking siphene 100mg. What is the ovulation periods? Does siphene helps to conceive?
I am having PCOS and I am 27 and my husband is 28. We just planned to have a kid. Last month my doc performed a follicular study and follicle was formed only on 16th day and it ruptured in the next few days properly but unfortunately i did not become pregnant. This month she has suggessted taking Siphene 100mg for 5 days starting from 5th day of my period and then come for a follicular study on 9th day. on 9th day there were no follicle. Now my question is wen can i expect a follicle to form and ovulation to occur? will siphene help me become pregnant. and if i dont conceive this mnth how long shud i try with siphene. My doc is suggesting me to go for a tube test if i cant conceive this mnth. please advie Regards, Anugraha | hi Anugraha, siphene help by inducing ovulation, in first cycle there is around 30% chance of getting pregnancy. you can take up to 6 cycles of siphene, follicle will grow for adequate size by 13th to 14th day and at that time you can visualize it, as first time you got ovulation but not conceived, may be because of that your doctor suspected some problem within your fallopian tubes and suggested patency test, you can go for it to rule out that problem. take care. |
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