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Any suggestion for lungs to recover naturally while quitting smoking?
Hi Doctor, I am a 57 year old female. I have smoked for over 30 years. I am having a hard time quitting but still trying. I know the best thing to do is to quit for the sake of my lungs and my life however, is there anything I can do to help my lungs recover naturally while in the quitting process? | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Smoking is very bad habit and it not only damages lungs but also heart and kidneys. So better to quit smoking as soon as possible. If you really determined enough to quit smoking but finds it difficult then you can go for rehabilitation center and talk with psychologist about it. They will give you proper counselling about it. Counselling plays very vital role in smoking cessation. So enroll yourself in deaddiction center. For lung health, start Pulmonary Rehabilitation with chest physiotherapy and deep breathing exercises. Avoid chemically exposure, dust, fumes, smoke exposure. Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Suffering from grade 1 prostate enlargement, family history of prostate cancer. Concerned about rise in psa?
Hello. I am a 59 year old Caucasian male with grade 1 prostate enlargement (measured today with Doppler echo, 37x33x37 mm diameter, volume 24). I had a psa of 4.67 in September 2012, and the previous number in 2009 was 2.02, which is why the doctor ordered the echo. Tomorrow I get the results of the psa test I took a few days ago. I do remember having sex 24 hours before the September test, not knowing that you are not supposed to because it can affect the number. I have no symptoms or problems, but I do have a family history, my father had prostate cancer in his 60´s, survived it well, and died at age 90. I do feel worried meanwhile, though tomorrow I will see the new psa and know more. Should I be concerned about the rise in psa in 3 years? | Hello! Thank you for the query. As you have probably been told PSA level can get elevated due to intercourse, rectal examination or prostate inflammation. Generally, there is not much difference between PSA 2,02 and 4,67 as the conditions could be different between this two test. And still your result is not very high. It is only slightly elevated. However if your current PSA level will be higher than previous, you should visit urologist for prostate biopsy. Hope this will help. Regards. | |
What causes dizziness after showering?
Hi i actually am asking for my 14yr daughter .Lately after showering she getsvery dizzy to the point of almost passing out .She has a hard time breathing feeling like her throat is swelling,she has a loud sizzling sound in her ears and sees huge black and purple spots in her vision.This is accompanied by turning extremely pale andavery bad cold sweat.I am very concerned and dohave an appointment with her doctor on Monday mornin.I would be greatfull for any opinion to what could be going on. Thank you . | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Regarding your concern, I would explain that her symptoms seem to be related to orthostatic hypotension, probably triggered by the hot shower and prolonged standing up position. For this reason, I would recommend avoiding hot water during the shower and use warm water instead. If this situation persists, I would recommend consulting with her physician for a physical exam and some tests to investigate for possible metabolic causes that may trigger this situation: - complete blood count for anemia - blood electrolytes for any possible imbalances - thyroid hormone levels for thyroid gland dysfunction. -successful patients may be treated surgically. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Will accidental intake of buspar 15mg by a child of 2 years cause serious problems?
My grandaughter who is 2 yrs old was playing in a craft room i was cleaning, i didn t notice till she was real close to opening my old pill case to the one that had larazapam and buspar in it. i asked her if she ate it she sd yes i asked which one and she pointed to the buspar, if there was another one in one of the other openings in the container otherwise she hadnt; gotten into the one that had pills, she was opeing all the little compartments. she allways sys yes when i ask her something. will a 15 mg be something i should take her to the hospital for thank you cyndie keller | Hi...I don,t think you should worry. But what ever it is worth you need to take her to a doctor. This particular medicine is not licensed to be used in kids of this age and so she needs to be examined for untoward effects.The danger signs include - chest pain, feeling short of breath, light-headed feeling, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, insomnia, nausea, upset stomach, feeling nervous or excited.I am suggesting to get her examined because, none of the above mentioned symptoms can be expressed by a 2 year old.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Swelling in leg without itching. Blood test shows high eosinophil, low lymphocyte. Prescribed allergy medicine
Hi, I am Mdm Lam here, would like to seek advice whether should i see specialist immediate with a high eosinophil of 38% and low lymphocyte of 6% in my differential blood count. Currently doctor has gave me allergy medicine and ask me come back for blood test again after one month. However , my leg still swelling although no ithiness . What should I do now ? Your soonest reply is much appreciated! Thanks & regards! | it is allergy nly high eosinophils are the indications of allergy you can antiallergucs continuously for 3 week take fexofenadine 120 mg od apply betnovate N on area after 3 week o again for tests and evalute if cnfirmed go for blood tests for allergy finding cause of allergy and adfter go for tretment your eosinphils will be normal | |
What causes soreness in throat and weird feeling inside cheek?
I have a weird feeling inside my cheek. It started about a month and a half ago with a slight soreness in throat. My jaw has had a slight pain from time to time as well. I have dipped smokeless tobacco for about 4 years after quiting for 3 years. I usually dip twice a day. The feeling inside cheek doesnt hurt, just comes and goes and feels different than the other side. Havn t had any different things show up in my mouth except a small white bump 2 weeks ago that went away. I went to doctor about throat, said they thought it was allergies. Should I be concerned or visit my dentist, who I saw about 2 months ago before this started happening? | Hello and welcome.Thanks for sharing your concern.As per the history posted here it appears that there could be a lesion developed in relation to your cheek.This could be leukoplakia.What is the color and extent?Did you notice it carefully?In my view you must get it examined once so that any kind of developing lesion can be detected and controlled.Since there is no pain please do not ignore it.Also tobacco is not good for health.So please discontinue this habit.Hope it helps.Thanks.Take care. | |
Sir,I am 28 years old female and I have been suffering from wheezhing and breathlessness since childhood.I have been using Asthalin inhaler and I used to feel better.I have shown many doctors including allopathy, Ayurveda and even Homeopathy.During intial stage of treatment the problems reduces but it has not cured completely.Some ayurvedic doctors say its cardiac problem and not asthma completely.Can u suggest me which specialist should i consult in Trichur,Kerala for this problem.. | Hi, After having read your query, I suggest you visit a Chest Physician & get your Chest Xray, spirometry & peripheral smear for eosinophils done. Accordingly your treatment needs to be optimised as per the severity of airway obstruction. | |
What could be the reason for having itchy red lines on my scrotum?
hi, i got some red lines on my scrotum and its kind of itchy only before bed or when i have nothing to do or when i think about it since i had a protected sexual relation at a party. Is this like herps or something? And by the way it was like 2 weeks ago. | HiWelcome.I have gone through your query.It is difficult comment on this without examination. So I would suggest you either see doctor or upload the picture of the same in the premium question panel, so that we can examine and provide you with specific advice.You can try mild soap like dermadew, Take care | |
How to overcome depression, memory loss and sudden outburst after head injury?
I had a had blow to the head with a baseball on the left side of my head just above the temple...I have had numerous concerns todate...depression, some memory loss, staying on task, sorting, sudden outbursts, anger due to questions being asked and I am not able to sort through the question for an answer, irritability, tiredness to not being able to sleep but for a few hours, some thoughts of being worthless and wondering if others would be better off without me, not being able to function at my old potential (bookkeeper, administrator), socially inactive unless pushed by someone to go...I could go on but hopefully you get the idea....I had depression prior to my accident but 40mg of celexa managed the symptoms....I have been taking 60 mg of cymbalta for the 5 mths then increased to 90mg the past 3 monthsa nd the doctor just added 5mg of abilify last week...I seem to be feeling worse than when just taking the celexa....what do you think? | HelloIf you were feeling well with 40 mg celexa, why it was changed to cymbalta in the first place? You need to discuss this with your doctor , may be to be switched back to celexa DR SAATIISH JHUNTRRAA | |
Diagnosed with polycystic ovaries. What are the chances of pregnancy? Prescribed with gonadil, folinol and siotone
My both overies shows multiple tiny follicles.Right overy measures 3.8*2m.1cms.Left overy measures 3.5*2.5cms.Impression is bilateral olycystic ovaries. My period is regular .my weight is 67 kg.hieght is 5.4 .can i ovulate .and can i pregnent next month. docter is advice me gonadil ,folinol,siotone tablet. Is these tablet is for conceive the baby | Hi, Thanks for the query. Usually poly cystic ovaries will cause problems like irregular menstruation, anovulation, insulin resistance etc. But as you are having regular cycles probably you are ovulating regularly. The medicines give by your doctor mainly contains vitamins and supplements which will help in increasing general strength and fertilizing capacity. As you are ovulating normally may be because of that your doctor didn't keep any ovulation induction drugs. Ideally your weight should be around 60kgs. So by decreasing some amount of weight and planning intercourse around the time of ovulation you can increase the chances of conception. Take care. | |
19 year old having PCOS, cyst formation. Pain in the stomach, nausea and back pain. Birth control symptoms?
I am 19 years old. I was diagnosed with PCOS about a year ago. I was told over a 7 month period that I was not taking birth control that I had developed 11 cysts . It causes me pain in my right side, where most originate, but I have also been experiencing pain in my stomach, extreme nausea , and back pain . My doctor told me these could all be symptoms associated with the birth control they have me on. It has been ongoing since I started my new birth control ( i switched three months ago because of these symptoms) and they were supposed to be alleviated but it has continued. Any help ? | Hi, The presence of multiple cysts causing pain may warrant a laparoscopic cyst puncture. You may have to change the pills again if you are confirmed of the occurrence of the symptoms due to the pills. You may take anti-emetics and analgesics to relieve the symptoms if uncontrolled. Meanwhile, try to maintain a healthy body weight and do some regular exercise as this is going to help a long way out in the management of PCOD, causing spontaneous relief in many cases. Please get further advice from your doctor. Take care. | |
Severe cold spells, lost appetite, cronic stomach pain. What is the treatment?
Hi,For the past few days, I have been suffering severe cold spells (where I am wrapped in 2 quilts and still shaking) only then be extremely hot and botheres about 4 hours later.I have completely lost my appetite.I have cronic stomach pains which hurt when moving around.I live in a warm climate but I don't really like going to the doctors as they give you an array of brightly coloured pills which I have no clue as to what they are half the time.Thanks for your help | Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for asking a question to H.C.M.Forum. Your symptoms strongly suggest a malaria fever, with accompanied hepatitis. You must be having a dark colored urine as well. You are having chills, and abdominal pain, loss of appetite,followed by extreme hot feeling. I advise you to consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment. You may have to go for a series of blood tests for confirmation. Acourse of anti malarial drugs will cure the chills, hot flush, stomach pain, and loss of appetite. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Best regards. | |
Q. 2. 5 year old suffering from stomach ache. Which medicine has to be given?
Hi doctor, My son is 2.5 years old. For a week, he is complaining of stomach pain. After farting he is fine. Our family doctor recommended one antibiotic for five days and a medicine to avoid vomiting. He had small vomits twice, but later it was fine. Now, after completing the course of medicine he again complaints the same. His diet is almost nothing and he is not ready to take any food. He just has few mL of milk. He does not have fever. His stool was watery, but it is normal now. Can you provide any recommendation on diet and medicine? Please give me a solution to the problem. Thank you. | Hi. I can understand your concerns. Complain of abdomen pain with vomiting suggests that your child probably has acute gastroenteritis or food poisoning. Since, antibiotic is already given and now there are no loose stools or vomiting, there is no need to give antibiotic again. For abdomen pain, you can give syrup Cyclopam (Dicyclomine hydrochloride and Paracetamol) 5 mL on SOS basis (as and when required) that is when abdomen pain occurs. Whenever a child becomes sick, there is decrease in his appetite which improves as child recovers. Now, you should give him all the foods that you were giving him earlier. If he is not eating then you can start Glucon-D in water thrice a day for one or two days. Start a multivitamin like syrup Bevon 5 mL once a day for 15 days. Keep patience. Child will eat properly now as he has recovered from illness. | |
How can demyelinating disease be treated?
hi iam haregu i recently knew that my soon has demylnating disease and I would like to ask you what are the causes of this disease and the treatment. in addition i also want to know the dangers that this disease can cause and what i should do as a parent | Hi, The causes of demyelination are many to be sure. Treatment often does depend upon cause such as vitamin B12, Vitamin D, or folate deficiency. Demyelination can also come about as a result of an infectious process that then, triggers an autoimmune process such as Guillain–Barré disease or AIDP. Then, there are entities such as Multiple Sclerosis which is known to be primarily a demyelinating disease of autoimmune origin with no known single cause to date. Treatments for MS are multiple and depend on a variety of factors in order to make a choice. Your best course of action as the parent is to follow his doctor's advice for either a more thorough workup to identify the cause of this problem (which then, will point to the treatment) or referral for you to take him to a specialist or specialized center for treatment where they will talk to you and him about options. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dariush Saghafi, Neurologist | |
Is it advisable to give Cerelac to an infant?
hello doctor my daughter is entering to its 6th month by 27 august. Till now we give her formula milk along with her mother milk. But we find that now she wants to eat everything which others eat. so we planning to buy cerelac for her. Is it alright? | Yes of couse its right. From SIX months onwards semisolid food both cerelac, nestum or home made food should be added to the diet of the baby to continue proper growth of the baby. If the baby wants your food give him and encourage to take more, only look into the matter that the food is properly smashed and made semisolid as the baby will only swallow it. | |
Severe depression due to chronic pain. Prescribed norco, tramadol, methadone by physician now retired. Help
I have chronic pain issues and my physician has retired and no physician wants to accept my care, let alone prescribe for me.All treat me like a narcotic addict and I am extremely depressed over the entire situation. How does someone with my history find a Dr. with some compassion? I was prescribed norco 10/325 mg, 360 monthly, Tramadol 50 mg 240 monthly and 30 mg methadone daily for 10 years before my physician retired. Since every physician has stated I was narcotic dependent and won,t even prescribe Tramadol. I rarely leave my bed and am severely depressed from chronic pain. I no longer know where to turn. Help please! | Hello,Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query.I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through.The pain can be treated with non-narcotic pain killers as well. In case if your doctor is not prescribing you adequate medicines then cognitive behavioural therapy is a good option to reduce the distress.This therapy is taken by either a psychologist or a psychiatrist in which the therapist identifies impaired cognitions (Thoughts) and try to correct them. They are 15-20 min weekly session and there should be around 8-10 sessions to help you with your illness.Hope I am able to answer your concerns.If you have any further query, I would be glad to help you.In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below mentioned link:bit.ly/dr-srikanth-reddy | |
What causes thick white liquid discharge from penis after urinating?
I have a white liquid after urinating come out of my penis that is thicker than the urin. I am a young teenager that doesn't want too go too the doctor because I don't want to be embarrassed what is it?? And what causes it??? (I have never had sexual activities) | HelloThis is the secretions of paraurethral and bulbourethral glands. This is a normal secretion , meant to clear the pathway for passage of sperms and to lubricate the area for normal sex so relax, there is nothing to worry.DR SAATIISH JHUNTRRAA | |
What is the small hard lump below my collarbone?
i have a small hard lump about 3 inches below my collarbone but not near the breast tissue. I am a 49 year old male who had cancer on my tonsil 5 years ago and had a neck disection with the removal of 14 lymph nodes and chemo and radiation. I had a bad cold a few weeks ago. | Hi.Thanks for your query and good explanation. Sorry to know about cancer of the tonsil and nice to know you have undergone treatment properly.The lump you described does not looks to be due to secondaries of cancer. This can a lipoma or a sebaceous cyst. There are no lymph nodes in the area you have pointed out. | |
Periodic giddiness, abdomen and umbilical pain, MRI shows T2W/FLAIR hyperintense focus frontal in white matter. Meaning?
my child age is 10 years(female) she is suffering giddiness on and off four to five times daily from 10days, pain at umblical region, abdominal pain since 15 days, no fever, no vomitings, our local doctor says, worm is dead condition in brain after he examed in MRI report, that evidence of rounded T2W/FLAIR hyperintense focus seen in right frontal white matter - ? granulomatous lesion. (MRI of Brain plain and contrast) after 3 days a ct scan report impression is Bilateral globus pallidus show minute calcific focus, In EEG report Abnormal awake EEG record suggestive of genralised seizures discharges during the HV, in stool test appearance colour - pale black, microscopic examination OVA(Helminths)-Ova of enterobious seen 1-2(in 1st report) after 3 days appearance colour-yellow, OVA(Helminths) not found, Amoebae- motile ameobae seen(in 2nd report) and all reports are OK(LFT,Thyroid,CBC,ECG,Ultra sound scan of Abdomen). now we are using the following medications tab oxtal 300mg tid, lobazam 10mg tid,nexital 5mg night a day, keppra 500mg tid rabizen 20mg early morning. But now she is suffering giddiness on and off two to three times daily and her behavior completely changed | Hello, The reports of your daughter are suggestive of seizures in her which are probably due to worm infestation. The medications which she is on are for control of seizures. But i am of the opinion that these medications are too much and are in a higher dosage than is required for a child of her age. The giddiness and change in behavior are likely to be due to side effect of these medications. You need to consult a neurologist for optimization of the medications. Good luck | |
Does wisdom teeth cause migraine,sinus pressure and ear ache?
Since my wisdom teeth came in, I've been having intermittent, throbbing pain in the top left of my mouth, which is so bad now that it's causing a pretty severe migraine. I'm also feeling sinus pressure and an ear ache. Is this actually due to my wisdom teeth? | thanks for your query, i have gone through your query. the erupting or impacted wisdom tooth causes this kind of pain radiating to the other areas in and around the oral cavity. consult your oral physician and take a radiograph if sufficient space is not there for the tooth to erupt then get the tooth removed. you can take a course of antibiotics. i hope my answer will help you. take care. | |
Should antibiotics for typhoid be continued inspite of severe abdominal pain?
HI Sir, im suffering with typhoid fever from few days ,im using azithromycin and levofloxcin tablets form 5days, before my blood test shown 1;80 , nw dt came to 1;20. bt i hving sever stomach pain , did i hv to continue my antibiotic treatment are else to stop inspite | Hello, thank you for your contact to health care magic. If I am your doctor I suggesting you severe abdominal pain in case of typhoid infection should be counslted at emergency department. In typhoid fever there is chances of intestinal ulcer which might get perforated. So if perforation occurs you should go to ER. If you have to ask me anything you can contact me. Dr Arun Tank. Infectious disease specialist. Thank you. | |
Suggest treatment for sharp pain in the left pectoral region
im a young 31 year old male, extremely active male in the fitness industry...over the last several weeks I ve had sharp yet very brief pain in the left pectoral region at random moments. These pains are not accompanied by sweat or any strenuous activity. Likewise, there is no change in breathing; in fact the only thing i notice is I m leaning over to a directon or simply breathing sitting in the evening while working on planning revisions. Ironically the latest incident happened roughly 3 minutes ago prior to me searching, yet again, online as a means of being overly cautious for some reason or another. I also check my blood pressure and it is extremely healthy not even borderline high. Thanks in advance | Looks like you live a very healthy life. I suggest to check with your cholesterol and electrocardiogram. If there is any problem then take treatment accordingly. But if that is also normal then nothing to worry use hot pack onnyoir painful area and it should be fine in a day or two. Here if it happens once again and if you feel it is gradually increased in intensity then do consult your doctor to have proper check. Take care. | |
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 --> | |
Suggest treatment for infertility in ICSI undergone patient
My wife has undergone ICSI in Jan'10 and the result was not successful but again in April she had doen the FET (Frozen Embryo Transfer) and the BHCG test is 139.3iU/ml. We need to consult a good gynecologist to take us through the pregnancy who knows about patients who have undergone ICSI. We had doen the ICSI in Kerala but we are settled in Bangalore. We live in Cooke Town and was wondering which hospital to go to and which doctor to consult. We were thinking of Columbia Asia hospital(Hebbal) or Fortis Hospital. Kindly advise | Hello, after implantation there is no much difference in IVF-ICSI pregnancy and a normal pregnancy except for a few additive drugsIn case you have any questions in future you can contact me directly on | |
What causes pain in the penis of a 12 year old boy?
Hello Doctor, my 12 year virgin nephew is complaining of slight pain on the head of penis . He says, it only bothers sometime when it rubs against his boxers or pants. I ve asked him if he drinks enough water? If he masterbated and didn t release? Did he stretch or hurt himself in gym class? Yes, he drinks water, and no to the rest of them. Don t know what to suggest? Can you help me? | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.Rubbing the penis can cause pain. It is natural. Bit of the pain occurs without any manovure than you can say it is abnormal.Ye it is advised to drink plenty of water. There is no harm in drinking water. It will flush out the organism from the system.Masturbation and its release has nothing to do with the pain. In fact masturbation never causes pain to you. Masturbation indeed benefits you.Stretching in the gym never cause any problem. It causes muscular pain, and not a penis pain. There is need for examination. Examination is must to diagnose the condition. Once diagnose condition can be treated.I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.Thank you,Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist,HCM. | |
Is sizodon plus safe for psychiatric patients?
Hello, patient age is 36yrs/female,height 5 ft 3inches, weight is 65kgs, her behaviour is sometimes very harsh but nothing is in her mindShe talks sometimes irrrevelantlyShe feels tired whole dayShe sleeps a lot-she takes pills sizodone pluswant to know more about the drug sizodone plus. Is it specifically given to schizophrenia/depression patient or can it be given to other patient with different psychatric problems? Can it be discontinued after a year or so....What if this medicine is causing increase in sleep...how can the patient lead a normal lifeDoc. am waiting for your reply.... | I appreciate your concern and asking on health care magic. In response to queries I would say:1. Sizodone plus is resperidone and it is an antipsychotic. Its use varies according to the disease. It blocks that dopamine pathways in the brain that are involved in various mental processes including psychosis, mood and anger. In high doses it acts as antipsychotic and in low doses it is used as mood enhancing and reducing anger and irritability. 2. It can be stopped depending upon the resolution of symptoms and the course of treatment. Its dose can be reduced if causing increased sleep. I hope you find it helpful | |
Spreading rash, itching, redness. Using benydryl spray. Rubella?
I have a moving rash, it started on my neck, a little on my face, my ears & on my scalp on my bottom hairline. It is itchy. It progressed and moved to my chest & entire torso within a few hours but it became a solid red skin discolouration rather than a bumpy or dotted rash. As it moved, it seemed to clear up where it had been previous. I had used spray benydryl as well as benydryl syrup, as I thought it may be hives. But didnt clear up. By bedtime, the redness spread down to thighs and arms. Overnight, awoken by itchy palms and in the morning the redness had moved down to ankles & feet. Now it seems like the rash has started all over again on scalp, face, neck, arm pits & arms... So far. Upon asking around to friends & family, it sounds like it could be mono or rubella. Would you be able to help me? I am a 35 year old female. | Hi,It seems that you may be having urticaria.There may be some cause or it may be without cause..idiopathic.Stress,weather,infection,worms,some diet,dust,fume anything can cause urticaria.Blood tests may be done to find out some cause.Antihistaminics like fexofenadine or levocetirizine may be taken till itch is relieved.If embarassing , steroid in tappering dose would be helpful.You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis and treatment.I hope you got my answer.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD | |
Delayed periods, dull cramps, swollen sore breasts, creamy white discharge. History of having unprotected sex. Pregnant?
Hi there,I get my period round about the 15th or a few days after and I did not get it in may that time which was not a problem because I was not having sex at all and have gotten my period the previous month.I did not think too much about it because if I don't get it on the 15th then ill get it at the end of the month round about the 27-29 I did not get it yet .I had unprotected sex on the 24th of May and on the 6th day after I had unprotected sex until yesterday 2 June I started getting weird dull cramps.Now I just feel pressure there also my breasts started swelling and becoming sore yesterday and is still sore today.The problem is he pulled out before he came so I'm not sure if I'm pregnant because I didn't get my period my discharge is milky a bit creamy white? | Hi,Thanks for your question.I guessed from your history that having delayed periods is not unusual for you but this time you are concerned because of the history of unprotected sex & the cramps.You can clear your doubts by doing a pregnancy test & I also recommend you to have a transvaginal ultrasound to exclude an ectopic pregnancy which may produce these cramps & is a serious condition if not treated early.All other symptoms are non-specific & may be present even if a woman is not pregnant.Hope this clears your query.Regards. | |
Suggest home remedy for fever caused by sinus infection
Hi I m imran 25 years old and my weight is 65 kg.I have been suffering from fever since last two days because of sinus infection. I had suffered one day from sinus infection and after that two days from fever therefore I can say that I m sick for last three days. I want to tell you one thing more that sometimes fever goes high and sometimes it comes down so tell me what are the solutions(home remedies) of it? | HelloThank You for contacting HCM.As you are having Acute Sinusitis so i would suggest you following things:> Take amoxicilin/clavulanic acid 625mg thrice a day for 7 days> Take acetaminophen three times a day> Take hot water in a cup, add 1 table spoon salt in it. Perform gargles (mouth wash) with it three times a day for at least 3 days. It will give soothing effect.> Take boiling water in a pot, put your head over the steam and cover whole with a sheet. Take deep breaths in it.(Avoid getting closer else it might cause burn). Do this twice a day.AVOID:> Chilled water> Drinks> Spicy foodReport to hospital if:> Condition remain same after 2-3 days> Any unusual symptom appears> Condition deteriorates.> There is difficulty in breathing.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. | |
Cause for bad neck movements?
Hi My Wife is having bad neck movements front to back.. they started on December 2 2013 and are getting worse all of the time. Her head will jerk backwards and then go to the front until it almost hits the table. She has had an MRI of the Brain, also an MRI of the neck and an EEG The Doctors here do not know what is happening | This treatment is being suggested on bases of the information provided.I would like to examine & investigate your wife in detail.This symptom 'bad neck movements front to back' does not fit in any of the neuro ortopaedic symptom complexes (at least not to my knowledge).--.Kindly obtain a psychiatrist consultation as well.Rule out Hypertension, Diabetes or any other metabolic disorder.Any way you may try---. Dolokind Plus (Mankind) [Aceclofenac 100mg +Paracetamol 350mg] 1 tab. OD & SOS. X 5days.--. Caldikind plus (Mankind) 1 tab OD x 10days.(You may need help of your local doctor to get these medicines.)--. Fomentation with warm water.--.Sleep on a hard bed with soft bedding.--. Use no pillow under the head.--. Avoid painful acts & activities.-- .Do mild exercises for neck & shoulders. --.(Take help of a physiotherapist or visit www.drncgupta.com). Do not ignore, let it not become beginning of a major problem.Do ask for a detailed treatment plan.If no relief in 2-3 days, contact me again. (Through this platform.)Kindly make sure, there is no allergy to any of these medicines. (Contact family doctor, if needed).For emergency treatment visit nearest hospital.-Hope I have answered your question, If you have any further question, I will be happy to help.-Kindly rate the answer.-Wish your wife a quick recovery & good Health. | |
Suggest treatment for cat bite
Well I got a series of rabie shots yesterday because a wild cat had bit me after it had eaten a wild rabit and the walk in clinic wont let me talk to the doctor who prescibed me the shots and I ve been having cold sweats out of no wear and I dont know what to do | Hello,Welcome to HCM,As you were bit by a cat, which can transmit rabies,which is 100 % fatal but it is 100% preventable by proper and adequate treatment.For your condition I would suggest to follow1. Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water to washout the rabies virus if it is present in and around the wound.2.Active immunization with anti rabies vaccine on days 0,3,7,14 and 28.3.Passive immunization with rabies immunoglobulin in and around the wound.4.Inj TT, if you have not received in last five years.5.Oral Tab Augmentin, 625 mg, twice daily for five days.The aforementioned treatment will help to protect you against getting rabies.Thank you. | |
Worried about effectiveness of birth control while taking amoxicillin? Any need of taking plan B?
Hi, I ve been on Loestrin24 for 6 months now (just finished my 6th pack of active pills yesterday), and have been taking Amoxicillin for 5 days. I had unprotected sex twice last night (he also withdrew before ejaculating). I asked the pharmacist today, and she said that Amoxicillin affects effectiveness of the birth control , but not so much that I need Plan B (because it s only for people who have no type of protection at all). I m still concerned. Should I use a back-up pill (Plan B) today? Also, should I continue my birth control as normal? I should be taking my brown pills starting today, but I m worried about the Amoxicillin and birth control interaction. Plus the sex without condoms , especially because there was another penetration after the first ejaculation . | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.Amoxicillin does not affect your birth control.There is no need to take Plan B.Take care. | |
Is my sperm count normal?
My semen densuty(count) is 48mill/ml. My total motilityof sperms is 90%.Rapid linear progressive motility is 85%. Slow linear progessive motaliy is 5%.Non progressive moyility is 5%.Immmotile is 10%.Vitality is 90%. My sperm volume 2ml, pH value is 7.8, viscosity High. Is my sperm count Normal? | Yes it is normal. According to World Health Organisation criteria of year 2010, lower limit of normal are Volume - 1.5 ml, Concentration - 15 million/ml, Progressive motility 32%, Normal forms 4% | |
What are the signs of having gall bladder disease?
I have symptoms of gallbladder disease. Sharp upper right quadrant pain. Doctors checked for stones and negative. Next I m having a Hida scan. Been constipated for a week and now when I tried and wiped I had a pink mucus discharge and a pink drop in the bowl. Could this also be from gallbladder disease? | Hi,Thanks for posting your query.I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.Gallbladder disease can present with right upper quadrant pain, jaundice and fever. The blood and mucus stool you had is not a symptom of gallbladder disease. It indicates you are having colitis. This could be due to infection or inflammatory bowel disease.Stool analysis and if needed a colonoscopy may be done to find the cause.I hope that answers your question.Regards,Dr.R.K. | |
How to get suboxone through a prescription online or through online purchase?
I am addicted to painkillers and have been for 10yrs. I was put on suboxone a few yrs back by my doctor. I then did 2 tours of duty overseas and relapsed. The doctors at my local VA here refuse to put me on suboxone even though it DOES actually work for me. Is there a way I can order it online or get a prescription from an online doctor? | HelloThanks for the queryI do not think it is a good idea to order without a prescription. This portal helps in helping people with their diagnosis and prognosis. We are allowed to suggest medications but not prescribeRegards | |
Is vomitting a common side effect post radiation treatment?
My 91 year old father was recently diagnosed with vocal chord cancer. He started radiation treatments, then after 4 treatments he got shingles. Since then he cannot keep any food or drink down. He throws everything up. He was admitted into the hospital for mild dehydration and stayed for 2 days and was just released last night . is vomiting a side effect of the cancer or the radiation? Also, any suggestions on what to do to keep food or drink in him? | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Vomiting is a common side effect of cancer treatment. It is possible that he received radiation therapy to his neck region and this caused fibrosis of the thoracic part of esophagus which is located behind the vocal cord. The esophageal radiation fibrosis might cause strictures which cause discomfort in eating and drinking fluids. The patient might also have pain and difficulty in swallowing.It is suggested that an investigation like barium swallow is done to know if the food pipe has developed any stricture. Then attempts might be made to widen the stricture area and allow the passage of food and liquids. To keep him hydrated, he might be encouraged to take fluids containing proteins and electrolytes in small amounts regularly. If stricture is persistent then regular IV fluids and nasogastric tube might be required to keep him hydrated and prevent malnutrition. Please do not worry. | |
Loosing temper fast, what should I do ?
hi doctor, at times I get to lose my temper and starts shouting at my boy friend he irritates me a lot. I get frustrated about this. I get anger to the extreme and could not control myself from it. it looses my peace. how can I control my anger. | Hi Surya, It depends on where you are in terms of the professional help you can get. Doing yoga may help you to calm yourself so that you are not so sensitive/emotional to events that are disturbing you (like your friend's affecting you) Mindfulness sessions help by changing the way you think/react emotionally to events/people/relations/happenings in the world. Anger management or Aggression control courses help you to change your behaviour in many ways for ex channelling your emotions constructively etc CBT (cognitive behaviour therapy) can help you by making you think about your thoughts, feelings, actions an their interrelationships Hobbies like music or physical exercises like cycling help you feel happy in yourselves there by diverting your anger Breathing techniques help you by stopping you from acting on the intensse surge of emotion/anger that you feel when faced with events, thus stopping you from "behaving" or acting on emotions at their height and giving you time to think clearly. Try and choose depending on what helps you or what is available. Good Luck | |
Is anti rabies vaccination required?
Hi doc,i was bitten by my pet dog yesterday,it was actually a scratch made on my skin with his claws but blood did come out.It has bitten me on Nov as well,i got a 4 dose of anti-rabies vaccine at that time.The last dose ended on 29th Nov,2011.Do i need to get vaccinated again as local doctors told me i dont need it as six months did not pass since my last dose.Pls help me . | Dear Friend.Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern.If your dog us vaccinated and bite was superficial, and you got vaccinated in less then 6 months then you don't require vaccination.Just keep a watch on your pet, if shows any abnormal behaviors contact the local doctor immediatelyThis is my best opinion for you based on available details. If you have any further query please.Stay Healthy.Dr Anshul Varshney, MD | |
What is causing the fluid to come out from her toe nail?
My wife is a recoving brain injury patient at home now. We have go out on more errands than usual lately and she has some mild to medium adema in her feet, from sitting in her wheel chair more often than usual. There is fuild coming from under her big toe nail, appears from all sides of the nail. Should her feet be elavated more than usual or is there a chance of an infection? | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.Yes, it must be a infection.Infection only can cause fluid to come out.I advice you should do Grams staining from the fluid coming out from the nail followed by the culture and sensitivity from the fluid.Once the report is available to you, treatment can be possible thereafter. Antibiotics should be chosen as per the report.Please do regular cleaning and dressing at the toe nail. This will control the infection. You can use betadine and dettol on the wound.I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.Thank you,Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist,HCM. | |
Trying to conceive, have creamy discharges, cramps, sore breasts. Ovulating, chance of pregnancy?
Hello, I have a couple questions first Ill like to say I started my period on march 15th it ended on the 19 I had sex unprotected and he did inject inside me because we are trying to conceive on the 27th or 28th. It is the 3rd of April and iv been getting creamy discharges when I go to the restroom and yesterday I had cramps. My period is not due till next week was I ovulating? Do I have a chance? Also yesterday my left boob was having light cramping it would come and go | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The mild symptoms that you are having are likely to be due to hormonal changes. But right now it is too early to have any such symptoms. You will have to wait till your periods are overdue by at least 5 days to do a urine test for confirmation.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL Regards, Dr. RakhiTayal drrakhitayal@gmail.com | |
Suggest whether GTR or osteoplasty is better to close pocket in tooth
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I have been told that I need either GTR or osteoplasty(which I believe is bone grafting to close a pocket around tooth 18.I have yet to do a formal consult with a periodontis. Do suggest one method over the other? | Hello, thank you for consulting with healthcaremagic. Actually these are procedures of bone grafting only, in which the gums of the tooth which has pocket are raised by surgery and a bone graft is placed between tooth and gums and then again gums are repositioned back . By this technique bone is formed again and pocket is healed.So nothing to worry you should go for the procedure. Hope it will help you. | |
Suggest treatment for constant cough
My 62 yr old father has had a constant cough since Christmas. He is a life long NON-smoker. Won't go to dr. because he has no health insurance. Other symptoms are not sleeping well at all and feels cold even when the rest of us think it is quite warm in the house | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Chronic cough is commonly seen with lung infection and bronchitis. And these diseases can't diagnose an manage a home. You need to take him to hospital and get done chest x ray an PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). On the basis of reports he will need antibiotics and inhaled treatment. Don't worry, he will be alright. But first diagnose him. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your father. Thanks. | |
Suggest treatment for an infection after a tooth extraction
A dentist pulled my tooth but left fragments in the gum and I believe it is infected. I am in a lot of pain and taste it in my throat. I don't have insurance and I am self employed, so money is tight. I am afraid that this infection will go to my heart.I'm sorry, I'll pay toward treatment but not for a question. Thanks anyway. I'll go to the ER. | Hello, Welcome Thanks for consulting HCM, I have gone through your query, as you have root fragment left in extraction socket yes it get infected and cause pain and infection, it can cause periapical Abscess also. Consult dentist and go for radiograph And if fragment is left there go for Extraction of left fragment . Do warm saline gargle two - three times a day Hope this will help you. | |
Suggest cure for back & neck pain
Hi Doctor,My name is narayanReddy age:27, i am having back pain since 9 yrs , it was started with lower back after some years it was spreaded all over mybody including shoulders,Knees,neck i got 1.6 yr back neck surgery that is bonegraft after that my neckpain got severe and I took MRI ,Blood Test RF(Rhumotide Factor), B3 and D12 that report everytihng is normal, pls adivce me | Hello, I have studied your case with diligence.Ankylosing spondylitis typically involve spine and hips with other large joint also in young age. There is reduced chest function in this disease. Stiffness in spine is increased do you have such stiffness in spine? When such patients come to our hospital I advise them blood test like, ACCP, ESR, complete blood count, HLA B27.I can help you for your chronic pain,For further details you can contact me on my profile this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.Take care | |
Is there any permanent cure for Ichthyosis vulgaris?
Hai sir,I am sunitha,25 years from Hyderabad.I have ichthyosis since my childhood but i am unable to mingle with the society because of my problem. Can it be cured at least in future days?As of now i came to know there is no permanent solution for this being a by birth problem. Please suggest me how to keep moisture in my body.I get sweat only to my face.Can it be possible to get sweat all over the body by any of the alternatives?Suggest me any creams or solutions. | hello. thank you for writing to us.Ichthyosis literally means 'fish like' and it refers to the type of scaling seen in ichthyosis.ichthyosis can be genetic or acquired.Genetic ichthyosis is due to a gene mutation that impairs the normal function of epidermal barrier.The inheritance of this defective gene mutation may be autosomal dominant or recessive.Icthyosis vulgaris(IV) e.g is caused by autosomal dominant filaggrin gene mutation and X- linked recessive icthyosis(XLRI) by X linked recessive steroid sulphatase mutation.These are the two most common types of ichthyosis.Apart from these other types of ichthyosis like Lamellar ichthyosis(LI), Congenital ichthyosiform erythroderma(CIE), Non bullous ichthyosiform erythroderma(NBIE) are rarer but more severe.Goal of treatment in genetic ichthysosis is to keep the disease severity under control i.e it is palliative. There is no permanent cure for genetic ichthyosis.Treatment includes topical urea, lactic acid, salicylic acid based moisturizers.Oral treatment is with Oral retinoids e.g acitretin for thick keratotic involvement of skin.There is a lot of research particularly gene based research that is going on and it may be possible in future to correct the genetic defect responsible in ichthyosis.regards | |
Diagnosed with fatty liver. High SGOT, SGPT, cholesterol levels. Taking medicines. Further treatment?
Hellow doc, iam ashwin an month ago diagnoisd in an usg as attunation of echoes seen with impression as fatty liver , later 15 days again had an ultra sound at an another centre finding were homogenous paranchyml echoes noted in liver, spleen and pancreas , iam very much worried my sgpt and sgot are 35 and 69, i have cholestrol 243, vld as 170, iam having rosuvaas 5mg one at nite , ulyses plus twice and evion 400 twice , it it any thing wrong in my liver? ,what should i do next, i wakg daily for 45 mintes and in strict indiet of low fat, | Hello, ashwin, It looks like the condition you have meets the criteria for "Metabolic Syndrome". You have high lipid levels, have fatty liver and perhaps you may be overweight. It is also possible that you could be pre-diabetic or have Type-2 Diabetes. It is important that you have your blood sugar levels checked along with HbA1C levels. The drugs you are on , one for cholesterol control and Evion -400 is Vit-E supplement. I also recommend Vit-E , same dosage /day. Higher doses may be actually harmful. I am glad you are on a low fat diet and also excercing which is good. You do need to lose weight if you are 15-20% overweght. The liver enzymes should improve in time 3-6 months if you follow above regimen. At this stage the liver can recover completely without getting worse. However , if not properly treated , can advance to Cirrhosis which is not reversible and can lead to liver failure, coma and death. Continue to momitor your blood work and have the sonogram of the liver in 6 months to see if there has been any change. I wish you the very best. | |
Sebaceous cyst on face, thick fluid when squeezed but bump remains. How to get rid of it ?
Hi. I'm 17 (male). I have a sebaceous cyst for nearly 4 months on my face, probably around 4-5mm in diameter. I can feel the bump on my face, and sometimes the bump is very visible, and when I squeezed it, a thick fluid comes out(in a very small amount), but the bump remains. Is there a way for me to reduce/remove the cyst other than going to a dermatologist? I'm still a student, so it's very hard for me to arrange some sort of appointment. Please help, it's really unsightly at times, as the bump appears darker than my skin colour. | Hi.sebaceous cyst can be removed by surgery as i know no medical treatment works.it can be removed excision followed by using higher antibiotic can cure it | |
Q. Am I under the right treatment to get pregnant?
Hi doctor, I got married two years back. I am trying for pregnancy now. Previously, five months back I had a miscarriage. When I consulted my doctor, he prescribed me Fertyle 100 mg for five days, Fertisure, Folic acid and Susten 200. From 14th day I have started the dose and today is my 26th day. My problem is that I just started light spotting with clots and cramps on the right side. Is there any problem associated with it? | Hi. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. For further information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Diagnosed with liver and bile duct cancer. Fatigue, back pain and cough. Survival chances?
my sister was diagnosed with liver/bile duct cancer in Feb. She is very very tired, no appetite, pain radiates around to her back and as of yesterday I noticed a persistent cough. She was diagnosed as terminal but is going to participate in a clinical trial next week. She feels so "stuffed" in the chest area and coughs while she is talking.One dr said a yr but another hints several months. Should we be preparing for her to leave us soon. She also has some cancer in the cervical area but the dr said we won't worry about that now. | Hello From your description , your sister seems to have advanced stage cancer. For cancer in hepato-biliary area the treatment are not that good and outcome is also not so good. Lets hope she benefit from clinical trial. Often overlooked treatment in advanced stage is palliative care.It helps relieve symptoms, but is not expected to cure the disease. It can be given along with cancer treatment, or can even be cancer treatment. The aim of palliative care is to improve the quality of your life, or help you feel as good as you can for as long as you can. Sometimes this means using drugs or other measures like physiotherapy etc to help with symptoms like caugh pain fatigue etc. Regards | |
Pimples on nose, prescribed isotroin cured. Appeared again. Suggestions?
helo sir,myself is aman from india,aged 27..few years back i had severe pimples problem especially on nose.it was very severe,i tried all medicines but got no response n problm got worsen,then a lady dr gave me isotrion and suddenly pimpls removd permanently..now its 5 years gone,i am again sufferng this pimple prob ,not much but yes it appears...that lady dr is now got transferred sumwhr and not in touch.... what shud i do now sir?pls help me....i am loosing my confdnnce again.......... | Hi, Firstly, I would suggest to try topical cream containing tretionin (the carboxylic acid form of vitamin A). If no improvement, can go for topical cream containing erythromycin and tretionin together with oral erythromycin.If no improvement again, can consult another dermatologist to start isotroin therapy. | |
Suggest treatment for bleeding gums
hello im 15 and male i have rarely brushed my teeth and i am ashamed as they are yellow and need sorting out i have tried brushing for the past month and a half and have seen no improvment and my gums are still bleeding. i am going away on thursday and was wondering would a private dentist be able to whiten my teeth or give me treatment before i go thanks | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The bleeding in the oral cavity could be because of the gum infection, or any cuts in the oral cavity or pulp polyp or any bleeding disorders like idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura.Since you are giving history of poor oral hygiene, it looks like the bleeding is arising secondary to gum infection.The yellowish color of the teeth can be secondary to the deposits like calculus.Consult a oral physician and get these things ruled out. Get a complete blood investigation along with INR to rule out the bleeding disorders.If any gum infection then get your teeth cleaned and use topical gum astringents like stolin gum paint.if pulp polyp is there then get it root canal treated.If bleeding disorder is there then consult a general physician.A normal or regular dentist can treat the gum infection and make the teeth appear white by doing scaling and polishing.I hope my answer will help you, take care. | |
Bad taste in mouth, cold, severe pain in jaw, gums and teeth. Detected slightly inflamed gums. On ibuprofen. Help
my problem started last week. i was exhausted and had a horrible taste in my mouth. i have a slight cold too. on monday i had a terrible headache and stomach ache but the real problem is my jaw gums and teeth, im in agony. the pain is intense i dont know what to do,ive been to the doctors she gave me strefen to help and nystan just in case and the dentist he said my gums were slightly inflamed.he told me to floss. im using corsadyl mouth wash and am having to take 600mg ibruprofen every 3 hours to try keep the pain under control.the pain wakes me up and is stopping me from getting on with my day to day life. | Hello,Thanks for the query.your teeth pain is due to gum infection.poor oral hygiene aggravates this condition.Its nice that you are using pain killers and mouth washes.you can also do frequent warm saline rinses till you visit your dentist.In this case through examination along with professional cleaning of gums is must.careful examination might also lead to know if there is deep pockets in your gums and if there is any bone loss too.Also get an x ray done.you can start antibiotics upon consultation.You can ask me a direct query on this forum following the below link. you | |
Q. What does abutment of the nerve root mean?
Hi doctor,I am just wondering what is abutting and abutment of the nerve root means in a back issue. Please explain. What treatment is required for annular bulging and tear? | Hi. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. For further information consult a neurologist online --> | |
Suggest remedy for sleep masterbation
In the last few months I ve been woken from my sleep by my husband masterbating in his sleep. I have talked to him about it and he is totally unaware that he s doing it. He says that he hasn t been having any errotic dreams and we are both baffled as to why this is happening. He s now really conscious about it and is worried about going to sleep incase it happens again. What is causing this to happen? We ve been very happily married with a very healthy sex life for 18 years. | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Such incidents are very rare. You have not given much of the details here. How many times this happened? what type of masturbation it was? Was he using his hand all the time or was lying facing down and moving his pelvic area?When nocturnal emission happen, males do show some movements of pelvic area. If that is the case, nothing to worry and is normal. If that is not the case, please be descriptive and you may approach a psychologist.If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques.Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
Q. I have pain and bad smell coming from a wisdom tooth extraction site. Is it dry socket?
Hello doctor, I had two wisdom teeth removed a week ago, and I still have some pain in the lower left extraction site. If I touch near the extraction site with a finger and then smell my finger, there is definitely a bad smell. I have controlled this with using another finger to touch the same place on the opposite side of the mouth, and there is no smell. Do you think this could be a dry socket? Do I need to go back to the dentist or should I just stay home and wait for it to improve? I have attached a picture of the extraction site. | Hi. Thanks for the query. Please write back with more queries. Regards. For more information consult a dentist online --> | |
What causes pain in the lower back?
I have this sudden pain in my lower back from past 3 weeks.Not severe though but can't do work at a stretch or smoothly. I have to lie down in between for relaxing my back. I carefully also do gymming, no heavy weights though..4months down the line I will be joining my training for the army. A sense of worry does persist..Thank You | Hello,I had gone through the case and found that it might be either muscle spasm or slip disc. So do not ignore. Go for MRI of back to rule out the slip disc or anything else.Meanwhile take mild painkiller and avoid exercise for some time.After the MRI go for physiotherapy.Hope my answer will be effective for you.Thanks | |
Should I do after bleeding during sex post urethroplasty?
I had a urethroplasty done on March 20,2014 had a catheter in until yesterday April 4 2014. I just had sex with my wife when I went to stick my penis in her vagina I felt a pop around the head of the penis I stopped and blood started to come out. What should 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.There is nothing you can do at this point. You should just take plenty of fluids to promote urination. If there will be persistent bleeding, you should do cystoscopy and other tests to rule out serious urethral injury. However, in most cases it heals spntaneously.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. | |
What causes orange semen while having type 2 diabetes?
i am a type 11 diabetic who has just completed 6 months treatment for hep c with inteferon and ribavrin.the treatment has been successful.my diabetes is controlled by diet and 2x 200mg metformin morning and night. my sex drive has been non existent now for 14 months with poor erectile function. i noticed this morning that after ejeculating my semen was orange in colour and i am quite worried about this.,should i see my gp or is this likely to be from lack of sexual activity? | thankyou for your queryGet your semen tested for occult blood.This might be physiological due to long abstinence from sexual intercourse, but is the symptoms persists then you have to seek urologist advice.God Bless | |
What is the hard module with PSA 3.1 on DRE?
On my brothers DRE a hard nodule was felt. His PSA was 3.1 which was up from his previous reading of 2.8. The urologist thought it might be a calcium encapsulated but after the biopsy he said it wasn't. He said it had a 50 - 50 chance of not being cancer. If it is not cancer what could it be.? My brother is 58 yrs old. | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.His PSA level is slightly high. PSA more then 4 gives chances of prostate cancer. There are other causes also. Benign prostatic hyperplasia and chronic prostatitis can also give increased PSA. Moreover Hard nodule can be due to cancer or it can be calcification in BPH. In BPH corpora amylasea also turn in to calcification so it may not be cancer.. He should monitor his PSA level and if needed go for repeat biopsy.Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have any doubts then contact me at bit.ly/Drsanghvihardik, I will be happy to answer you.Thanks for using health care magic.Wish you a very good health. | |
Can i consume beer with high SGPT and SGOT levels?
i am 25 yrs old guy. i had sufferd from pericardial effusion last month. i went for LFT , last week. my SGPT AND SGOT count are just few points above the refrence range. moreover my doctor is going to start my tuberculosis medicine after next week. sir, i want to ask you if i can consume beer once a week or not? | Dear FriendWelcome to HCM.I am Dr Charu Bansal. I understand your concern.NO you should not consume alcoholic beverages at all.You should get following investigations again:1. Viral Markers2. Liver Function Test3. Lipid Profile.4. Blood Sugar levels.Also if your liver enzymes are disturbed you would require modification of Tuberculosis drugsIf you have any further query please ask me.Stay Healthy | |
Stage four stomach cancer. Taken one round of chemotherapy. Necessary to take six rounds?
My sister who is 33 years has cancer in the stomach stage 4. The doctors say she has 5 more months to live. She is not in pain and is as active as she was before the diagnosis in June this year. Except for a swollen stomach (the cancer has spread to the right ovary ) no one can tell she is unwell. She took the 1st round of the chemo and the doctors have recommended she takes 6 rounds taken after 21days intervals. if she has 5 months to live is it wise then she continues with treatment which she is taking in XXXXX. We are XXXXXXX. Are there known alternative therapies that she can use to pro-long her life. | Unfortunately, about 8 out of 10 (80%) people diagnosed with stomach cancer are stage four, meaning the cancer has already spread when they are diagnosed. Understandably, the survival statistics are lower than for stage 3 stomach cancers. Fewer than 1 in 20 people (5%) live for at least 5 years if they have stage 4 stomach cancer when they are diagnosed.She has to take atleast 3 cycles of chemotherapy first followed by CT scan of whole abdomen to find out the response assessment.If after 3 cycles it is stable disease or partial response then 3 more cycles need to be taken followed by reasssesment again.If it is stable disease or partial response then CT scan whole abdomen after 3 months.If progressive disease then plan for second line chemotherapy. | |
Does brown discharge and cramps indicate pregnancy ?
Hi, Iam 22 and i started the injection June 2010 and i didnt have my injection Feb 2011 and on the 19th march i had a period what lasted 5 days, i had unprotected sex 1,2,3,4 and 5 days after my period and the 1st April i started to have a lot of brown discharge and cramps. What does this mean? | it can be a early regular period due to long term suppression or an infection due to daily unprotracted sex, see a gynecologist | |
Can cows milk mixed in Nestum be given to an infant?
My name is lakshmi I have a 3.5 months old boy . He jus takes only by BM direct feed even if I express in bottle he will not take that nor in spoon and filler also he refuses to take Iam not getting sufficient milk now moreover I tried naan , similac and cereal ac rice also he refuses to take that next month I have join in my job . Suggest me if I can give cows milk mixed in nestum . Becoz for my elder son doc suggested me this initially I started with 60 ml when he was 3 months old can I try this ??? | HelloThanks for writing in HCMI had gone through your query and understood your concerns.Till 6 months nothing except breast milk is best for babybut in some scenarios like working mothers or inadequate milk i suggest nestum.Hope this guides you. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. If you do not have any clarifications, you can please close the discussion. Thank you.Wishing you good health | |
What could dis balance with focus loss and blood shoot eyes signify in a 63 years male with history of high BP(118/55),blood sugar(99),high cholesterol and prostate cancer?
I am 63yr beold man with type 2 diabetiesi high blood pressure high collesteral prostate caccer copd severe I have been dizzy for about2 days wheni get up iloose my balance my vision is hard to focus my left eye is blood shot I took my blood pressure it was 118/55 sugar was 99 | In the presence of prostate cancer possibility of disease in brain needs to be ruled out with an MRI scan of brain. You also need to have your examination done for exacerbation of COPD leading to altered blood gases and disbalance. | |
What causes numbness and tingling sensation in the hands?
Hello, Two weeks ago I woke during the night (was checking emails on phone ) and noticed numbness tingling in my hands. I would put my arms down and it helped but still am suffering from this on and off through out the day and night. I am a gardener and have been weeding and planting a lot lately in the hot sun. I noticed today the fingers where red just above my first knuckles at top of fingers and at the area at the knuckle was whiteish and fingers tingling. I feel pain too. Am on week two of this condition. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. This can EB related to a nerve root compression or low levels of methylcobalamin. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Is it normal to have itching around the urethra?
Hello - I ve been having recurring yeast infections. I was treated in December with an oral antibiotic (1 pill per week for 3 weeks). Last week, I treated myself with a 1 day treatment. I went to the doctor this week on Tuesday & she put me on a 7 day treatment that required a prescription. Is it normal to still have itching around the urethra? This symptom has been nearly constant since December. | No, it is not normal to have itching once the infection is treated, This indicates that the organism was not sensitive to the antibiotic you had taken.I would suggest taking the new antibiotic s for a longer period so take it for 2 weeks instead of 1 week.A second consultation with a different physician could also help to give you the right diagnoses. | |
Disc dehydration, impingement on thecal sac and nerve root, focal extrusion. What is the treatment?
Intervertebral levels: Disc dehydration is noted at L3-4 & L4-5 levels. L3-4: Left foraminal broad based herniation causing mild impingement on thecal sac and adjacent exiting left L3 nerve root . L4-5: Right paracentral focal extrusion with extension towards right neural foramina causing moderate to significant impingement on thecal sac and adjacent traversing right L5 nerve root. Other lumbar discs: No significant herniations. Both S.I. joints are normal. what is the treatment that i shd take? | U have to take tab pregalin sr 75mg once in night daily for 10 days .if urine control good no need to worry.u have to learn and do back strengthening exercises daily life long to prevent progression.u hav to take cap rejunuron daily a vitamin | |
Can dry cough and night and noon fever with weight loss be TB?
I have the classic symptoms of TB - cough (no phlegm though), noon and night fever(38+ deg.Celsius) no appetite, weakness, 5 kilos weight loss in one month.Our rural doctor (in charge of TB program in our area here in the Philippines) won t give me the proper drugs because my sputum test is negative and gives me multivitamins and ciprofloxacin. It s been a month now with these symptoms. Can you give me your opinion on this? As a courtesy it will be confidential.I just want a second opinion. | HIWell come to HCMThe symptoms alone are not the confirmative for diagnosis of tuberculosis, if your test reports are negative then this may not be Tubercular infection at the most you can go for second test to get it confirmed, take care. | |
Any suggestion to remove lump under scar?
Hello,I had 8 stiches above my eyebrow on my forhead around one and a half weeks ago. IThe cut was deep and took a while to heal (the skin) The scar looks better now but I have a hard lump under the scar and I can't raise my eyebrow with the lump.Is this normal? Thanks | Hi, welcome to healthcare magic forum.Yes it is normal because during stitching suture material used takes time to disintegrate so it will take time to go say about 40-50 days, followed by remodeling during the healing phase will cause your lump to disappear.Thanks | |
Is it to be concerned about the child have red stool?
my eleven month old daughter is having red paste poop what is it? She has a dairy and soy allergy and her diet has not changed no new food she has been sick for a couple of weeks and with repeat ear infections and she does also have asthma. She can not seem to get over this cold even with antibiotics. She has been very irritable and fussy and her poop has been like this off and on for almost two weeks. What should I do? | Hi...the possibilities are -1. Antibiotic associated diarrhea2. Cow's milk protein intolerance3. Infective diarrhea or bacillary dysentery.I suggest you get a stool routine test done and followup with your pediatrician. Unless the kid's having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry. Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Has Cerebral Palsy, had UTI treated. Stopped sleeping, became delusional. Prescribed quetiapine. Have Blurred vision and abdominal pain
My 29 year old nephew has mild CP...had been able to function, play hckey, swim, run walk etc...had chronic UTI's treated....about 4 months ago, suddenly stopped sleeping, became delusional, etc...rambling non stop .....taken to 3 different hospitals...discovered undiagnosed severe UTI....because of behaviour, was prescribed 800mg QuetiapineXR and appears almost comatose...blurred vision, dizziness, abdominal pain....cant locate a Dr in a small town that will take this case....parents are becoming desperate!!! any ideas? | Hi, are you not in a position to take him to the nearby city. Now he may need to have M.R.I. for confirmation, and culture and sensitivity of the urine for possible organisms causing infection, and its sensitivity to drugs in order of preference. He may need to have treatment with a psychologist as well. Thank you. | |
Suggest correct procedure to measure BP
WHEN I MEASURE BP THROUGH DIGITAL DEVICE MY LEFT HAND SHOWS 130/90 WHILE MY RIGHT HAND SHOWS 140/95 SO MY BP IS NORMAL and tell me the correct way for measuring bp. After measuring once second time i measure my bp comes in normal range. Should i keep time distance before measuring second time? | Hello!Welcome on HCM!Regarding your concern, I would like to explain that some slight variations in blood pressure values in both hands are normal due to the anatomical features of blood vessels in our body. So relax, there is nothing to worry about. It is recommended monitoring your blood pressure in sitting position after 10 minutes of total relax. You can measure it in one of your arms. If this difference between blood pressure values in both arms keeps growing, it may be necessary performing a Doppler Ultrasound to examine for possible vessel stenosis or a angio CT scan to examine the blood flow in both arteries. Meanwhile, I would recommend some lifestyle modifications: - a healthy diet (low salt and caffeine intake, low saturated fat)- increase physical activity (walking, aerobics, etc.)- try to reduce weight if you are overweight. Hope you will find this answer helpful!Best wishes, Dr. Iliri | |
Why is my side and stomach hurting badly?
U recently on mon to be exact had transforminal epidural times 2 and it turns out i am suffering from spinal headache. The md told me to drink caffeine which i did i drank about 2 liters of mountain dew yesterday/this morning. Why does my side and stomach hurt really bad? | Hi.Thanks for your query.Read the history and understood the problems.Transforaminal epidural was given, now has spinal headache, ask to drink caffeine, there is pain on side and stomach too. The probable reason looks that while giving transforaminal epidural, there might have been a trauma to the nerve roots and that is causing the symptoms you have. The leakage of the spinal fluid causes headache.I Would advise you the following:Admission to the hospital for Intra-venous fluids, antibiotic in anticipation to avoid a secondary infection. Caffeine is given in the tablet forms so that you get a nice control;. Bed rest in the hospital can help the best. | |
What causes pain in shoulder and armpit radiating to forearm?
I have a pain in my front shoulder/armpit area, then travels through my bicep, to my forearm. It feels like it s either on the bone or in the muscle. I m not sure what caused it, but it has been around painfully for 3 months. I am a diabetic type 2 taking insulin and medicine, age 56. I wondered if that had anything to do with it or could it be a form of fibromyalgia? Should I get an x-ray, pt scan, or what? Thank you for your advice. | Hello,While the possibility of fibromyalgia is there, at your age with those symptoms, it is far more likely an aging problem with the discs in the neck which then pinch on the nerves that supply the arm.In my opinion, an x-ray of the neck would be a good place to start. This will show if there are any aging changes in your neck that may be responsible for the pain you are feeling.Get well soon.Dr. E. Kwasa | |
Suggest methods to control BP & reduce weight
I am 64 years male patient having undergone byepass surgery of my heart 7years back At present all my biochemistry of blood is normal my stress test is normal and 2d echo is also nomal with global EF 50% My health is ok and i walk 5 kilo meter every day not very brisk My height is 5feet 6inches and weight is 70 Kg.I am on strct diet control and my lifestyle is very regular I am taking Dilzyme 30 tds Enalpril 5mg od Storvas 10od and Dipirin100 od. Multivitamin and B complex od Ihave no problem but my BP remains 140/90 at rest I have no mental tension what so ever Inspite oe diet walking and regular life my weight is no reducing I donot take morning breakfast except one apple and two cups of tea with very less sugar In afternoon I take only boiled vegetables 200gr. At night 8pm I take 6 Indian wheat Chapati (bread) about 300gms with sufficient vegetables I sleep at 9.30pm and get up at 5 morning and walk one hour My walking time is not fixed but always one hour My working is only on table with computer for whole day 10 am to 7 pm.My sexual life is normal My question is how to keep BP low and reduce weight atleast 5kg with this life style and physical stateI have strong F/H of Diabetes and heart failur in my family.Luckily I dont have diabetes or any other abnormal blood report | Hi welcome to HCM, you are doing great! You can achieve your BP and weight goals by walking twice a day instead of once since you do not walk very fast--regards | |
How can hand-feet-mouth virus be transmitted?
How easy is it to pass along the hand-foot-mouth virus? My 18 month old grandson just returned to daycare today after recovering but now my daughter has it very bad and is too sick to take care of him tomorrow. She is wanting me to babysit at my house. Can I catch it from her handling the baby s things, or only through direct contact with her. I m concerned because I provide nursing care for my 89 year old father at his house and cannot afford to get sick for fear of passing it to him. | Hello,Welcome to HCM,Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a disease caused by intestinal viruses like Coxsackievirus and Enterovirus.HFMD is a common and highly contagious viral infection that typically causes a mild febrile illness followed by a maculopapular rash that may involve the skin of the hands, feet, and oral cavity.This is not transmitted by the animals.As this is a viral disease which gets better on its own and there is no specific curative treatment for hand, foot and mouth disease.Pain from the sores can be reduced with the use of analgesic medications and this can lasts for 1 week.Thank you. | |
What causes abdominal pain and diarrhea in a diabetic patient?
I have been feeling unwell for a few days, and before that I have been urinating frequently for a few weeks. I have had diarrhea yesterday, but today have had very pale stools. I have frequent dull pain, which I thought was like period cramps, but it is more like wind pain in my stomach. I am a type 2 diabetic, but do not know what my sugar level is. Should I go to the doctor to be checked out. | Hello,For you info, frequent urination is one of the common symptoms of diabetes and sometimes abdominal pain and diarrhea is not serious.It usually is caused by:1. Food intolerances - such as lactose or gluten intolerance2. Irritable Bowel Syndrome3. Drinking too much coffee or alcoholFor your info, only medication will not help attain normal health unless you change your life style and food habits.As diabetes like heart problem, is outcome of bad food habits and derailed life style, can be controlled to some extent by Avoiding fried fast foods, smoking, drinking, sleeplessness, worry , anxiety, anger, dehydration, and constipation.Modification in your life style - A balanced diet, including all essential nutrients - vitamins, minerals, antioxidants in natural form and sufficient hydration, regular physical activity such as Yoga, Pranayama, deep breathing exercises under trained guide, meditation and rest help you stand in good stead.Take care of your blood sugar level. It must be within 85 to 120 fasting and 120 to 180 pp, should not go above 200 in any case. Visit your doctor off and on for regular checkup and advice.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Suchda | |
What causes headaches in a 9 year old?
my 9 yr old son cried so fiercely this morning before school ( he says Mondays are bad and give him headaches) I got him dressed, ate ice cream for breakfast, just to get him to eat, and off to school. the crying got worse and was so bad when we got to school, his monday thing is headaches.. he said it was bad. I had given given him 2 tylenol in the morning. I gave in and let him stay home. He was embarrassed to let the neighbor kids see him go back in the house because I had to go to work.. I gave him my cell and Dad is 2 min. from home and big sister is still home and back & forth to school. I asked him to rest, knowing he did not get enough sleep the night before. knowing in fact that he never gets to bed before 10pm because him and dad play xbox. he lies about his homework. he gets so angry he swears and throws things. but I see his insecurity… what do I do?? I think there is a problem with co-parenting,, but i have to step up!! | Hi...I do not think his headache has an organic cause. With all the history which you have put forth, it's very plain that he's trying to avoid school, but at the same time, his guilty conscience is pricking him. This shows that he us amenable for correction of behavior and has got insight that what he's doing is wrong. I suggest you consult a pediatric clinical psychologist.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
What causes swelling in neck & collar bone?
I have this odd swelling in the base of my neck around collar bone area, I just simply feel swollen could this be an allergy as I get out of breath and just feel as though my throat is gonna swell shut when these areas get obviously puffy and noticeable. my family dr. said its just fatty tissue build up.What casue | HelloI have read your query. you may need to rule out lymph node infection leading to enlarged node's. As per your doctor there can be possibility of lipoma which may not require treatment. blood investigation like CBC, ESR, CRP.RA TEST along with MRI may help to confirm diagnosis. Another possibility of lymphoma. I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care. | |
Suggest alternative medicine for HCG injection
Hi doctor,I'm thirty yrs old,I'm unable to conceive for last 1.5 yrs,i been diagnoised in india foundout that i have rupture problem and prescripted me take HCG 5000IU injection.Since i have travelled to USA now,could you please suggest me equivalent medicine available in USA? | Dearthe preparation has the same generic name all over the worldYou can search for it with same name at farmacy but you should know that it is given only with a local prescription Regards | |
Rashes appeared all over body. What treatment should be done?
My daughter got a rash about 2 years ago, and I believe the same type of rash is coming again. I remember that this was possible, but I can not remember what the name of it was. It started with a oval scaly spot on her back, and then other smaller rash spots appeared on her stomach , chest ,arms, and at the end her face. It went away on its own, and there is no treatment for it, but I would like to know the name of it and read up on it again. Do you have any idea? | Hi thanks for trusting on health care magic ,Friend there may be hundreds types of Scaly diseases ,such as Guttate Psoriasis ,pityriasis Rosea ,etc . you should consult to dermatologist for right diagnosis and treatment . there are plenty of treatment modalities are available so don't worry ,have a nice time . | |
Can pregnancy still happen without an intercourse?
me and my girl friend were messing around and i rubbed my penis on her vergina hole,we both naked and i didnot penetrate or ejacuate. but i have noticed precum on the tip my penis.so can she get pregnent with this???please reply me...also my GF is still vergin, | Hallow Dear,If you have ejaculated your precum at the vaginal outlet, there is chance that she can become pregnant. Precum contains some sperms. The sperms are active and forward moving. They can swim through the vagina towards the egg if it is present that time. They are active for 72 hours. If it is under 72 hours of this incidence, better give her post coital pill. Else, wait for her menses to appear. If she misses her period, then after 8-10 days you can test her urine for evidence of pregnancy. In the event of pregnancy, she can undergo termination of pregnancy up to 9 weeks. I hope this helps you. | |
What causes severe pain in back while walking?
Hi, Two weeks ago, i woke up with low back pain, i didn't lift anything heavy or do anything to aggrivate it. Now i have pain on and off in the inside of my thighs. It started to get better with chiropractic care but now every time i try to walk somewhere, it gets bad again. It's almost impossible to stand straight up too, i'm always just a little slouched over now. What is wrong with me? By the way, heat and cold packs don't doa thing for me....neither does Advil. | severe back pain with waling for few steps or standing for few minutes indicates there is problem at your lower back that is at lumbar spine and disc level. i strongly recommend you to go ahead with mri of lumbar spine and based on the report do consult orthopaedic doctor here the ortho will suggest you treatment either conservative physiotherapy management with medication or surgical opinion based on your mri report. if you need you can also take second opinion with one more orthopedic doctor or spinal surgeon.incase there is no much issue in mri i also suggest to consult a good physiotherapist take a physiotherapy treatment which can help to relax your soft tissues as well as reduce the inflammation along with this do take complete back strengthening exercise program which will help you to improve strength and stamina of your lumbar spine.Take care. | |
What treatment to be taken for colorless loose motion?
my son aged about 9 months and he has loose motions like water since last five days, doctor treated him but still he has loos motion after 2 or 3 clocks. motion is color less and little yellowish like urine and no particles or very few stool particles found in his motion. | Most often such episodes of loose motion in children is caused due to rotavirus and does not need treatment with antibiotics. It seems that there is hardly any fecal matter and hence the stool is colourless and waterlike. Giving ORS (oral rehydration solution) to prevent dehydration would be the mainstay of treatment. It will help in replenishing the lost water and salts. It comes in ready made form or may be prepared by mixing a full sachet in the designated amount of water. Treatment is not supposed to bring down the frequency of passage of loose stools. The adequacy of the hydration would be evident from the frequency of passage of urine. If that seems to be fine, you need not worry. It may still take 5-7 days (from the onset) to stop. Unless the child grows lethargic, I would not get concerned. The other medicines that you are giving, are proper. Giving zinc supplementation like Zn20 syrup will help in the intestinal healing as the diarrhoea causes some damage to the inner wall of the intestines. You may also give some amount of yogurt/curd as it contains beneficial bacteria. | |
Does flu cause sore throat and swollen glands?
I am pretty sure I have the flu. My symptoms are very swollen glands inability to swallow. Headache, earaches and body aches. Most symptoms are better, I am on day 3. Except for my sore throat and swollen glands. Is there ant way of knowing what strain of influenza virus I have? | Hello, Welcome to HCM,The history and symptoms are suggestive of some viral infection and the symptoms of very swollen gland, inability to swallow,headache, earaches and body aches are in favor of viral infection.As your doctor has advised some medications which has led to reduction of the symptoms.The symptoms will come down in 2-3 days with the medicines prescribed by your doctor.It is very difficult to name the strain based on the symptoms mentioned in the history.Thank you. | |
What is the healing time to recover from badly bruised shin bone?
Hi there, 12 weeks ago I had a nasty fall where my shin bone was very badly bruised, resulting in a large hematoma under the skin. After about 4 weeks the skin broke and a large "globular" jelly like thing came away from my shin. I am attending a clinic twice weekly to have the now, open wound, cleaned and dressed with a 'moisture' type dressing and padded bandaging. I have no 'real' pain from this wound but it seems to be taking a very long time to actually heal. I do ask about the healing time but am constantly told to be patient. I would be interested to hear if this 'healing time' is acceptable or should I be seeking a second opinion. Thank you, I look forward to your advice. Patricia McKenzie | Hi..Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..As per your complain it seems that the globular jelly that has came out of your skin after rupturing the skin seems to be a Hematoma that was formed due to rupture of blood vessels secondary to injury and accumulation of blood in soft tissues..As due to injury that has been a loss of tissue in the area of the wound there is formation of a crater or a hole and it can take a longer time to resolve as gradually when the tissues will reform and fill the area..In case if you do not have any pain in the area there is a possibility that there is no infection or inflammation and just the tissues need to reform.Dressing and keeping the wound packed will help in preventing infection as well as dessication of the tissues and will promote faster healing, so as of now continue with the procedure.. You should keep patience and let the treatment carried on but in case if you have any doubt you can consult an Orthopedician and get evaluated and a clinical examination seems sufficient to rule out the cause and treat you accordingly.Hope this information helps..Thanks and regards.Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora. | |
What does this chest X-ray indicate?
my son had a chest x-ray 2 weeks ago and they just sent a letter stating that there is diminutive blunting of the lateral costophrenic sulci suggesting either tiny bilateral pleural effusions or minimal pleural parenchymal scarring. His aortic valve leaks and he had open heart surgery 12 years ago. What could be the cause of this and should we be worried? | Hi, your child had an operation for Aortic valve regurgitation. Now he has bilateral pleural effusion. This condtion is a bit worrying because effusion could be due to the inability of heart to completely pump the blood out. This leads to back pressure and effusion. get an Echocardiography done to get a view of the current status of aortic valve function along with ejection fraction. If you live in a high tubercular endemic zone, get a koch's work up in form of an ESR and a montoux test. Also , consult your cardiologist.Thanks and regards. | |
What is the cause for trouble in breathing,cough and back pain?
Hi i have been having trouble breathing, shortness in breathe,heart and back pain and i also have been coughing non stop which leads to throwing up what is the reasoning? should i get it checked out? i also have a heart murmur not sure if this is relivant or not | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. Yes, you should definitely consult doctor, don't wait at home. Since you are having heart murmur, we should first rule out heart failure in your case. So better to get done ecg, 2d echo and blood pressure monitoring. If all these are normal than no need to worry for heart diseases. Another possibility is lung related causes like lung infection or bronchitis. So get done clinical examination of respiratory system, chest x ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). You may need antibiotics, antihistamines, inhaled bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroid. So better to first diagnose yourself and then start appropriate treatment. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Reason for the fingers hurting?
hi, i m 54 yrs old. my fingers hurt at night and sometimes during the day. they re not specifically on the joints but i think on the finger tips. i am taking maintenance meds for cholesterol & high blood pressure) but my bp is ok 120/69 ; cholesterol ok= 3.6 , trigliceride -2.6. I m taking coversyl plus 2.5mg/ lipitor 40mg/ & aspirin 100 daily. is this related somehow/. my blood sugar is 5.4/ what can this be? . is this early sign of arthritis? i m also doing walking=4.5km daily/ cardio and exercise bike/ and dumbells. | Hi In my opinion , after going through your history , I feel that you are suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome ( compression on one of the nerves at the wrist). I suggest you get an NCV Test to confirm and then contact one orthopedic surgeon. | |
Suggest treatment for sore rib area after falling flat on stomach
I fell when walking, I am 68 years old and not sure what happened but fell flat on my stomach hurt my elbows hands and knees. My rib area is very sore and feels like I have been run over by a bus, this happened yesterday. Today the pains and discomfort have gotten worse will massage help? | hellowelcome to hcmwell,i would advice you to first of all kindly get an xray of the chest done to look for any fracture of the ribs,it might not be a good idea to massage if there is a fractured rib underneath so first of all get an xray...till you get an xray you can take a analgesic like tablet ibuprofen 3 times a day to provide you relief from pain and discomfort,along with xray a physical examination by a orthopedician is also very important and i would advice you to do the same for detailed evaluation and further treatmenthope you find my advice to be helpfultake carehcm | |
Suggest treatment for kidney stone
my mother has developed kidney stone at right kidney,which is 40mm size.medicines(zurig40mg&portrate mb6) has been using from last 2 years,but no result. what is the best treatment for it? which doctor shall i consult? blasting is neccessary for it? she has sugar& BP also,her age 52 yrs.thanking you... | HelloThanks for query .Your 52 years old mother has been detetced to have stone of a size of 40 mm in her Right kidney .Considering the size of the stone being 4 cm in size Extra Corporeal Shck Wave lithotripsy (ESWL) is not possible in her case .The only best treatment option for her is to get the stone fragmented and removed by a procedure called Per Cutaneous Nephro Lithotomy (PCNL).This surgery is done by a well trained qualified Urologist under spinal anesthesia and she has to be hospitalized for 3 days .Diabetes and hypertension that she has will be taken cared of by a team of physicians .Dr.Patil. | |
What could abdominal pain, burning around anus with soft stools suggest?
I have been having sever lower left abdominal pain for several weeks. I just started having intense burning of my anus after bowel movements. It is not from straining or hemeroids. Stools are soft but still cause intense burning. What is causing this? | HIWell come to HCMSuch symptoms are suggestive of taking some spicy food and increasing acid secretion in my opinion this condition can be treated with some antacid liquid which contain some local anesthetic have this solution four times in day, hope this information helps. | |
Suggest treatment for severe lower back pain when I stand
I have lower back pain that is most painful when I stand up after sitting for a while, but diminishes when i am standing or walking for a while. Could this be related to the kidneys? Five years ago I had my bladder removed due to cancer and have been cancer free since. | Hello, Lower back pain may be due to 1. Back muscle spasm. 2. Lumbar spondylosis. 3.Renal pain. 4.Pancreatitis pain. 5.Herpes zoster. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. Use tablet zerodol Mr (Don't take if you have chronic kidney disease) twice a day for five days. Use local application of pain killer gel with hot or cold compression. If symptoms not improved please get it done x ray of LS spine get treated accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu | |
Is it appropriate to take postinor after vomiting post intercourse?
Hi, we just had an unprotected sex last night around 1am. Ive been researching about postinor 2, we planned to get 1 ASAP because the sooner, the better right. So my question, what if after the second pill has been taken, and she vomit later. Should she take another pill? What if she keeps vomiting? When should she stop taking the postinor 2? After finished taking 2 tablets? Thx! | NamastheWelcome to Healthcare-MagicGreetings of the day If the vomiting occurs 2 hours after intake of drug, there is no cause for concern as the drug would have already been absorbed into circulation and will be effective.Repeatation of dosage is required if the vomiting occurs less than 2 hours after intake.In case you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.Wishing you happy and healthy lifeTake CareBest RegardsDr Deepak K KMBBS,MS,MCH | |
Why do I have muscle cramps in lower back and abdomen?
Hi Doc, I am 23yrs old, 5'1 and about of weight 52kgs. I already go to the doctor about this and said its a muscle cramps.I have this pain in my lower back abdomen before i have my menstrual period though the pain wasn't gradual to react but it was excrutiating at the time i tried to take mefenamic but it only lasted for hour and also the hot compress to ease the pain. | Hi, thank you for posting.I have gone through your query and I understand your concerns.Your symptoms are caused by dysmenorrhea. Dysmenorrhea is caused by endometriosis. To confirm the diagnosis you need a pap test, gynecological ultrasound, complete blood count and an urine test.Contact your OBGYN to discuss about the treatment.All the best.Dr. Behar. | |
Suffering from shortness of breath and chest tightness, allergic reaction to Avocado. Home remedy?
Hi, I m not sure what the exact diagnosis of my condition was called exactly but I think it was acute bronchitis , as a result from an allergic reaction to an avocado . I am currently taking prednisolone as well as antihistamine tablets as treatment, as my symptom of shortness of breathe and tightness in chest is bringing me great discomfort at times and is causing me worry. I was wondering how long these cases usually last? and how sufferers of these conditions are meant to feel and if you might have some suggestions for home based remedies? | They will last for 3 week Start taking Singular 10 mg tds Syp Asthalin 1/2 tsf tds Syp tossex !2 TSF BD add antacid gel # week is maximum period to revert the reactions | |
What is the reason for numbness, tingling in left side of leg radiating to the face?
hi, i have numbness and tingling feeling in left leg, this started on monday and gradually going past knee,i bent down to pick up a towel and felt a stretch on my left buttock, then on monday the numbness started and today my face on left side started numbness, this has now gone but remains in leg, cannot sleep due to pain | Most probable problem you are dealing with is related to spine. Sudden weight lifting or bending can cause disc prolapse, which compress nerve of the legs. An MRI is helpful to diagnose this condition. Mean while you take bed rest, try to Keep your knee in bend position during sleeping. Avoid bending forward or weight lifting. | |
What causes a lump in leg after an injury?
My 10 year old son fell and banged his leg on sunday. He has developed a solid lump on his lower leg about an inch away from his shin bone on the outside side of his leg. He has no pain except when you press it. It is hard like bone and about 1 inch long. Should i be concerned? | Hi dear, I understand your concern .You should be worried,but not too much.It seems he has haematoma. You should observe it that it would not infected. I suggest- apply ice;- do gently massage with Trombophob or Pilex ointment 3 times a day;-apply iodine or betadin for prophylaxis infection.Hope I answered your question.Wishing your son good health | |
Will running further damages avascular necrosis of the knee?
I am a 48 year old female and am avid runner. I was just diagnosed with avascular necrosis of my knee following an accident tripping over my dog. I was told to never run again. Questions:1) If I run, will it damage my knee worse.2) Would long term use of birth control pills cause this disease?3) I used hydrocortisone every day on various areas of my body due to try skin. Would this be a factor?Thanks. | Hello,Running damages already avsacular area at knee. You should avoid this. Using steroid like hydrocortisone is one of the major cause to cause avascular necrosis of knee and hip. Although there are no frequent reports that OCP does lead to avascular necrosis but there are some case reports which shows that progesterone pills does lead to this so on safe side this should be avoided. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
Fear of being left alone, constantly shaking hands, difficulty remembering, mood swings
Hi, I am very concerned at the moment as I am very scared and upset. I have a fear of being left alone. When i am on my own for whatever reason, I freak out. I permenantly shake. I always have uncontrollably shaking hands, I can never remember anything and I go very angry and sad for no reason, can't ever get to sleep and when ever is hear a loud noise I just feel like I'm going to cry and I get so angry and my muscles tense up and I bite my teeth together so hard and I keep getting shivers and when this happens I always turn so angry I think i would be better dying but have a strong fear of dying and I always think I'm going to loose control, I'll imagine myself ding something and the will have t stop myself doing it. I hate this so much. | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. The all symptoms are an indication of depression. Consultation with a psychiatrist will help you. As far as possible keep busy yourself till consultation. Good luck. Dr. HET |
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