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Suggest treatment for severe back pain and neuropathic pain
I started with pain in my back on right side before Christmas. My doc said I needed a massage. I went for a massage and had no relief. Over Christmas, my arm and hand started to tingle and go numb. I went to doc after Christmas and he gave me painkillers. I s... | i understood your concerns no need to worry, just be calm and relax.... Neuropathic pain (also called nerve pain or neuropathy) is very different from pain caused by an underlying injury. While it is not completely understood, it is thought that injury to the sensory or motor nerves in the peripheral nervous system can... | |
What causes sharp stabbing pain in the upper back between the shoulder blades?
I woke up with a sharp stabbing pain in my upper back between my shoulder blades, felt short of breathe and haven t felt the best today. my blood pressure is good and oxygen level is good. ive seemed to have heart burn the past few days and... | hi,thank you for briefing the history of you.As you mentioned the sharp stabbing pain in the upper back and in between the shoulder blades, this could be due to two factors.One - the cervical spine disc degenerative changesTwo - inter-scapular muscle spam.The cervical spine disc degenerative changes can be assessed by ... | |
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 remedies for pain in the stomach with nausea and loss of appetite
My Father is 74 yrs old Post CABG patient and has intense pain in the stomach region. He has been vomiting bile and feels nausea and no apetite to eat. All the time he complains of pain. His SGOT and SGPT levels were 760 and 350 , very high with... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern and from the history given here I could say that this could be cholecystitis and this need to be ruled out and better get done the ultrasonography test and consult the gastroenterologist, meanwhile the symptoms can be managed with, Tab Omeprazole with Domperidon... | |
What is the cause of lower back pain while playing cricket and what is the treatment for it?
Hi, I get lower back pain on the left side while bowling(Cricket). It happens sometimes but once it starts it stays for months. Doc said it is the disc which is getting sprained. He turned me in few directions but I dont feel ... | Hi, Thanks for using HCMIn my opinion all you need to do is give you back a little rest. For immediate relief have some pain killer along with a muscle relaxant and have proper bed rest for 2 weeks. Do not lie down on soft mattress use hard one instead, do not sit for longer durations and do not travel long distance fo... | |
Suggest treatment for male pattern baldness
Hi , I am 24 year male and suffering from male pattern baldness . it started when I was 20 till now its continuously falling and now very little hairs are left on my scalp . between this 4 years I tried so many treatments but nothing worked out . again I started using hair 4... | Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.I appreciate your concern regarding hair fall. Hair fall is usually ascribed to multiple factors like diet and nutrition, hormones, stress, cosmetic products etc.From your description, it seems you might be having Male pattern hair loss or Androgenteic alopecia, which is due to male h... | |
Diagnosed with thrombocytosis, high platelet count, stress, change in nail colour. Treatment?
hello doc, i m.. last month i was dignosed that i have thrombocytosis . but my doctor don t know what s the cause why my platelet count is high. i am so stress now and can t sleep well because i m always thinking what the cau... | Good evening. Thrombocytosis has several causes but in order to clarify your questions, I need to know what is your platelet count, your age, sex, if you are a smoker or not and If you have had any infections lately. You should not be alarmed just because of a slight abnormality in your platelet count. Please let me kn... | |
What is the prognosis for multiple disc conditions and its impact on my work life?
Hi my name is Pam. I'm 49yrs old. Went thru menopause at 42. Ben dismissed with +2 osteoporosis, mild lumbar scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, disc desiccation, disc bulge l5 s1 of 3 to 4 ml, an annular posterior tear of l4 l5, with... | Hi, I had gone through your query and understand your concerns. First of all i suggest you to don't panic and be calm . As you being nurshing staff and have to lot of pushing work like you said it is little bit aggrevating factor for you lumbar problem. menopause agrreavte more this. Pain can be factor which can be for... | |
What are the precautions to be taken for a patient with orthoscopic knee surgery?
I had orthiscopic knee surgery Friday. I opted for a spinal instead of general anesthetic . Have been taking oxycodone 5mg , aspirin and dulcolax. Drinking hot tea, water & juice. I ate soup the first & second day and had my first solid ... | most of our patients who had arthroscopic surgery indeed have a lag in their bowel movementsbut the usulal culprit is their lack of walking and standing activity. when these activities resume their bowel movements get regular again. hence the usual problem is just postural or positional.we move our bowels better when w... | |
Biopsy results high grade lesion. Is this a higher grade of dysplasia or possibly cancer?
I recently had a pap smear that came back abnormal.It was mild dysplasia .I then had a biopsy done that came back as high grade lesion. Is this a higher grade of dysplasia or possibly cancer?I had mild dysplasia when I was 24 and... | HIThank for asking to HCMIn my opinion I would say that Dysplasia means some abnormal growth of tissue which may be difficult to differentiate from normal one, it is not always indication for cancer, If I would be your physician then I would advise you for second biopsy and with the deeper tissue cut to confirm the fin... | |
Suggest an home remedy for swollen knee due to ligament injury
I had an ACL Reconstruction to my left knee last summer and recentley tore another ligament in my leg but havent started recievening treatment yet and I am supposed to go to lourdes with my school at the end of the month ... my knee is pretty swollen and t... | Hello, First of all, if you feel you have damaged the ligament how did you diagnose it? Any physician mentioned or any MRI taken. If neither of it then MRI is suggested. We need to check the grade of injury first of all. If it's fully torn then stabilization of the knee in crepe bandage or knee brace is advised. Icing ... | |
How to cure cough with greenish phlegm?
I lost my voice 2 days ago, ive got a chesty cough with thick green phlegm,my chest hurts (and upper body/throat etc) and like my throat is all swollen and is really painful - shall I let it run it's course or go see a doctor? (it started 10 days ago when I felt stuffy headed an... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. Cough, chest pain, green phlegm etc are more suggestive of pneumonia (lung infection).So better to consult pulmonologist and get done chest x ray. You may need higher antibiotics, mucolytic and expectorant drugs. Drink plenty of fluids orally a... | |
Cause for WBC count to be low?
I am a 37 yo female with a past history of stage 3 breast cancer. I completed 6 rounds of chemo last year in May. I had 26 radiation treatments ending in September. At my checkup in January my WBC was low but my oncologist chalked it up to a cold I was fighting. Three months later, my WB... | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Your wbc is low. There are many causes of low wbc count. Even simple viral infection, malaria, thyphoid can cause low wbc count. However you have persistent low wbc count. So we have to think about some other causes. You have taken radiation ... | |
What actions should be taken if a hole developed in gum ?
Hi,I have a recently developed a hole in the back left of my gum. The hold is directly below the left bottom moler. It does not hurt. I have not had my wisdom teeth removed yet, I am 23 years old. Is this something I should be worried about? What are the n... | Hello, Welcome Thanks for consulting HCM, I have gone through your query, as you have hole in gum it can be formation of sinus opening or due to Initial caries . For this you should consult dentist and go for investigations IOPA xray done if it is proximal caries then go for Restoration or if it is Pericoronal Absc... | |
Q. Why does my boyfriend have extreme pain in the upper right abdominal area on breathing?
My boyfriend has extreme pain when he breathes in his upper right abdominal area. This is the third time this month and it started at around 7 pm last night and he went to the hospital last night at 1am. They told him they could... | Hello Dear. I welcome you to icliniq. I feel very sorry for his pain. The causes of severe pain in upper part of the abdomen are gall bladder stones common bile duct stones-stones within the bile duct which drain bile (a yellow secretion) from gall bladder to small bowel peptic ulcers - ulcers within stomach and/or sma... | |
What causes tingling sensation in sprained ankle?
I sprained my ankle pretty bad four days ago playing soccer. I have been off of it for a few days and there has been some pain after being on it. Today I started to get a tingly feeling in the ankle and at some points it feels like other parts of my foot and even up my... | ice will help! keep your leg elevated and walk with two crutches for 10 days at least, without weighing on your injured ankle. if you don't walk on that leg, ask your doctor to take LMWH for that period (taking in consideration your age and possible risk factors for DVT, that I don't know) | |
What causes circumvallate papillae?
I'm 16 and I may have circumvallate papillae. I've done some research and viewed some images of what it looks like and it looks very similar to what I have. My question is how does this happen -like getting them and such- and if there's any way to get rid of them. | HiWith your query, circumvallate papillae are the large among all the other papillae and located at the posterior most part of tongue. They form by birth during the embryonic stages itself and one cannot get rid off these unless as an anamoly or defect. Hope this helps you. | |
Suffering from scabies, took medicines, problem still persists. Treatment?
Basically one of my relative is sufferr from body ache a dermatologist problem. She will taken all types of treatment from experts alopathy, Ayurvedic & homeopathic. for six months back she will tested a biopasy from expert of Mumbai, in that s... | hi the itching which is contagious can be scabies.it can be caused by sarcoptes scabei,it presents as papulopustules all over the body from neck to toe with itching more at night time.it can be cured by application of permethrin ointment or lotion all over the body overnight and wash it is off in the night.it should be... | |
What causes numbness in right knee?
3 times in the last 2 months I have awaken to go to the bathroom in the early morning, only to find out my right knee has fallen asleep. I don t know it until I stand. The first time I got into my first step before I realized it was asleep; I crumpled to the floor. I was surprised b... | Hello,If you have knee numbness, the cause could be as simple as compressing the nerve with your clothing or by crossing your legs. I suggest using anti-inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms. I also suggest gentle stretching exercises.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I... | |
Could the bruising and soreness on the knee be a matter of concern?
I fell and landed full force on my knee on the pavement about 8 days ago. Other than the scrapes, I have had trouble putting weight on it when kneeling etc. Walking has gotten easier. But after long days it can ache pretty bad. It is very sore to the ... | Hi,Thanks for your query.Based upon your description, I suspect that you might have injured the ligaments around the knee joint.An initial xray of the knee joint is necessary to ruleout any bony injury. If xrays are negative for any fracture, then MRI scan is needed to know the status of the ligaments around the knee... | |
Q. Can Yasmin birth control pill be used as an emergency contraceptive pill?
Hello doctor, My fiancee and I had unprotected sex a few days back, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Just to be on the safer side, we wanted to use the emergency contraceptive pill. But due to some restriction in the country where we live,... | Hi. How are you doing? Yes, as you have heard, Yasmin can be used as an emergency pill. Even if you have not ejaculated into her, she stands a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in contact with her genitals. As soon as ... | |
Q. What causes pain and swelling under ribs with constipation?
Hi doctor, About 8 months ago, I had kidney stones with pain under my rib cage and swelling. The kidney stones are gone but the pain and swelling under my ribs came back one month ago with constipation. I did a CT scan without IVCM, everything is normal ex... | Hello. We are here to help you. It seems you are suffering from muscular pain. The muscular chest pain aggravates with movement. It is dull, diffuse and continuous in nature. This can result from incorrect posture during the night while you were sleeping. However, in case you have any pain in the upper part of the abdo... | |
What causes recurrent left-sided chest pain?
Good evening..I m Fadel ,sometime feel pains on my chest for about 30 seconds then it will stop for a weeks or month then it will come again..But sometime i feel on on the left side of my chest so am wondering what is wrong with me so i your assistance thank you. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. After going through your medical details I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that pains staying for 30 seconds or so are generally not cardiac. These once a while short timed pains happen because of anxiety... | |
Q. Every time I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Why?
Hi doctor, I am a 26 year old male. I am 5 feet and 9 inches tall and weigh 255 pounds. When I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Sometimes when I have constipation as well, I poop a little bit of blood. I am really scared that I have colon cancer. I do have diarrhea often... | Hello. I have gone through your information and test reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). So, in view of that, there are a couple of things that I can opine upon: Hope that helps. For more information consult a general surgeon online --> | |
Suggest natural treatment for RLS
Hi can alpha lipoic acid work on diabetic neuropathy and chronic sciatica? Is there any good natural treatment for severe RLS? I currently am prescribed 8mg of Ropinirole per day and some days it does NOTHING to relieve the symptoms.....please advise. | Hello. I just read your concern. Yes Alpha lipoic acid works on Diabetic Neuropathy and off course on Chronic Sciatica.ALA (ALpha Lipoic Acid) helps to1. Reduce the sharp, radiating pain from the pressure on the sciatic nerve2. Get rid of the burning, numbness and restlessness sensations3. Reduce stress and anxiety esp... | |
Pleura effusion, incomplete filling of oral contrast with thickening of small bowel loops, mesentric lymphnodes seen, enlarged spleen. Now what?
According to ct scan report, there is a mild left pleural effusion. there is incomplete filling of oral contrast with thickening of small bowel loops seen which measures 0.6c... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The presence of fluid in the pleural and abdominal cavity with mildly enlarged spleen could be related to a chronic infection like tuberculosis or a blood disorder. She needs detailed blood tests under the guidance of a hematologist to find out the cause.I hope this information has been... | |
Could polyp cause infertility?
I am 36 and have never had a child or tried to conceive one till last month. Because of my age, I wanted a completed checkup to see if anything is wrong. My doctor is suggesting that I have a polyp removed because it is a possible cause for infertility but on here I read an answer that s... | Hi,Welcome to Healthcare Magic.Yes even one uterine polyp can interfere with attachment of embryo to uterine wall resulting in infertility. As advised by your Gynecologist get it removed through Hysteroscope.It just takes a FEW DAYS to heal after the surgery sine the endometrium (lining of uterus) has good blood supply... | |
Fluid in lower spine, disc affected due to infection, pins and needles in feet. Solution?
Hi Doctor,in 2008 I had bacterial meningitis . After a long period of being treated I now have a small sack of fluid along the lower spine .My third and forth disc is no longer there due to infection which is no longer from Septe... | Hello, Probably the nerves supplying your lower feet are getting compressed in the spinal cord in the region of fluid collection. That is why you are getting the pins and needle sensation. One of the options for the treatment is surgical decompression of that region so that fluid is removed and it no longer presses and... | |
What causes pain under the ribcage?
I Have a dull pain under my left ribs. But sometimes out of nowhere it just sends out a pain that is sharp and fast and scary. Feels as strong as bumping ones crazy bone. I have many symptoms of pancreas cancer., could this pain be from the pancreas or is that not where the pain wou... | Hi, It can be costochondritis. It’s harmless condition and you can take analgesics like Tramadol or Acetaminophen for pain relief. You can go for an ultrasound scan to look for any intra abdominal cause including pancreatic cancer. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
How can a tender and sore spot below the knee be treated?
i RECENTLY HAD SOME STENTS INSTALLED.THEY USED THE VEIN IN MY RIGHT LEG FOR THAT. BRUSING WAS QUITE EXTENSIVE FROM MY GROIN TO BELOW THE KNEE, BUT NOT PAINFUL. THREE NIGHTS LATER I HAD A CHRLEY HORSE IN A SINGLE SPOT THE PAIN WENT AWAY SHORTLY BUT THE SPOT REMA... | Hi, This kind of feeling is quite normal after bruising in the thigh due to stenting. Some blood which has oozed out may irritate some nerves causing a cramp like feeling. It should go away in a few days. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Gopal Goel, Orthopedic Surge... | |
Suggest cause for tingling and numbness sensation in the thigh
Yes, I have been having a mild burning, tingling and numbness in my outer right thigh. Had knee surgery 4 yrs ago. This sensation started a few months after about once a week. Now it occurs once a day. Any idea what may be causing this and should I be worr... | Hi, The symptoms are more likely suggestive of neuropathic causes. Consult a neurologist and get evaluated. Make sure that your blood sugar is well controlled because uncontrolled blood sugar can cause similar symptoms due to nerve weakness. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Rega... | |
What causes difficulty in swallowing food and water after having chest pain?
i got mild chest pain in left side 2 days before. now i feel little difficulty while sollowing food, drinking water, even while sneezing. I have acidity problem only while morining brush [vomit feeling] from last 6 months and have takesn no t... | Hello, you mentioned you have difficulty swallowing solids and liquids . Is it really only for past 2 days or u had difficulty even before that ? Do u really feel that your food gets stuck when it finds it's way down your throat or food pipe and isn't going down properly as it used to ? Is it like initially you had di... | |
How can I control the bleeding started today morning as I am suffering from portal vein Thrombosis ?
hi Dr. Im Sangam here from Bangalore im suffering on Portal Vein Thrombosis today Morning on words bleed has started could you pls guide me how to control this | Hello Thanks for your query. matter is serious needs urgent treatment from hepatologist or gastroenterologist. Variety of treatment is available. ‘Hope I have answered your query, I will be available to answer your follow up queries, “Wish you Good Health and trouble free speedy recovery” | |
Can a hair dye cause allergies, headache and tiredness in a pregnancy?
I colored my hair yesterday. I am 29 week pregnant. Today im having awful allergies I can breath I have a headache and I feel extremely tired. is this because of the hair color? am I possible getting sick? or could it be from something else. I did ... | Hi.For the allergies, speak to your doctor to prescribe a safe anti-histamine (e.g. cetrizine or loratadine are considered safe during pregnancy); as for the headache and breathing difficulties they could be due to the injury to your nose which should heal in given time.Best wishes. | |
What causes random movements in the pelvic area?
For the past few days I have had random pulling movements in my pelvic area. Its painless and like a thump, only inward. You can see my stomach move inward quickly and then return to its normal level. This can happen 2-3 times in a minute but then go many hours before... | Hi.Thanks for a good history. This is suggestive of an intestinal obstruction of sub-acute variety and you need to get investigated in the form of Standing X-ray Abdomen and enteroclysis if required. You may need to know the diagnosis to decide whether you need an medical treatment or surgical exploration. | |
Is vaccination needed after getting scratched by vaccinated dog?
hi !my pet german shepherd dog just scratched me on my face n arm while playing . he is 5 months and all his vacinations are properly and regularly done . the scratches on my face and arm are not deep .. but there has been a little blood on the cut .do i... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,As you were bit by a pet fully vaccinated dog it is very important to initiate the treatment as early as possible, as dog can transmit rabies,which is 100 % fatal but it is 100% preventable by proper and adequate treatment.I would suggest you to follow 1.Wash the wound immediately with soap and wat... | |
Suggest remedy for kidney patient having chikungunya
Hello, I am Disha, I want to discuss a case of Heart Blockages of my fatherinlaw. Now a days my fatheinlaw is facing problem of Heart Blockages on higher side. We are under treatment of Ayurvedic medicines from Sane care- Madhavbaug. His kidney is also not working p... | Hello,Ayurvedic medicines are as good as a placebo for diseases like heartblocks and kidney disorders.I do not recommend going for Ayurvedic medicines at all. For Chikungunya, there's no such cure but only the symptoms are managed.Usually analgesics and antipyretics are used for this. Paracetamol tablets would do fine ... | |
Suggest cure for a wasp sting
hi i got stung by a wasp a couple of weeks ago,i went into anaphylactic shock i was taken to hospital and adrenline was given in my thigh.i was kept in for the afternoon. i currently dont have an epi pen.i went to the doc they wont give me one until i have had allergy testing done,the wai... | Hi..Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns....As per your complain it seems that you have an allergic reaction to the wasp sting that released toxin under your skin..You should consult an Allergist and get evaluated and he can perform an allergic testing to rule out... | |
What causes difficulty in inhalation?
Hello my name is nicholas. And ive been having these weird feelings. When i inhale i keep having this habit of inaling but it keeps telling me to exhale. Are these normal? I try to inhale as much as i can but i feel this preassure feeling in my body telling me to exhale whenever i... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. No this is not normal. These kind of symptoms are suggestive of stress and anxiety more. So better to consult psychiatrist and get done counseling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on its solut... | |
Suggest solution for wheezing
Hi,My daughter is 6 years old and she is suffering from wheezing since the age of 4 years.(she gets wheezing when she eats something cold,sour or from dust)The doctor has prescribed asthalin inhaler(6 puffs a day when she has cough) and 2 puffs of flohale 125 inhaler every day (2 times) w... | Inhalors do not damage the lungs, infact repeated wheezing episodes are detrimental to health and have to be controlled. Some children can overcome wheezing after 6-7 years of age. | |
What causes lump formation on the back?
I am 77 yrs old and just discovered a very small dent in the middle of my back next to my spine. No pain , no other symptoms. Feels like a Avery small cyst or lump right next to it.actually I did notice it a couple weeks ago and it haven't changed or got ton larger. Should I be ... | Hi.Thanks for your query.Most probably this can be a sebaceous cyst. It may not really need a treatment as it is not growing.Since this is at the back, it is better to get this confirmed by showing to a Surgeon.You can then keep a watch and get it removed if it enlarges or shows signs of infection. | |
Should i be worried as i am having a larger and denser cyst?
I am 61 years old and have been followed for a cyst on my left ovary for several years through transvaginal ultrasounds. In October, I had a CTscan for another reason which showed the cyst. Last week, I had another CTscan due to pancreatic cancer in my fam... | Hi and thank you so much for trusting us with your health query.I am so sorry to hear about this cyst. I will suggest that you get this cyst investigated and declared benign before continuing to monitor. Clearly increasing in size and becoming denser is a worrisome and cannot be totally disregarded. Follow up with you ... | |
What causes headaches with sore scalp,blurred vision and nausea?
i take pain pills for my headaches everyday i am 29 years old with 6 kids and they are geting worse i stay tired all the time i get dizzy my tempa is always sore m scalp is tender sometimes i have blur vision ,nasues and on a daily basic i can hear noise... | Hell, Your symptoms could be related to tension-type headache or migraine. The fact that you take painkillers all the time, could have lead to drug-induced daily headache, which is a common complication of painkillers. For this reason, I would recommend consulting with a neurologist for a physical exam and a brain MRI.... | |
What causes red colour urine while having kidney stone?
I ve been dealing with a large kidney stone. I have a stint in the urinary track. I ve dealing with it about a month. Been catching my self four time a day. Just tonight it looked like a bright red color in my urine when I tried to urinate on my on. Should I be c... | HelloThanks for query.The presence of large stone in kidney is the reason for passing blood in urine .The stone which is always spiky causes injury to delicate mucosa of renal collecting system giving rise to hematuria.However this can be confirmed by doing Ultrasound Scanning of abdomen Please consult qualified Urolog... | |
Suggest treatment for high bilirubin level along with swollen lymph nodes
My son has high bilirubin levels, swollen lymph glands in his neck only and what the local doctor said was tonsilitus. The glands have been there for 6 months, he has had an ultra sound, but because there were so many they did not know which one... | yes.there is possibility of celiac disease and lymphadenopathy,but because sometimes there is relation between multiple lymph nodes and lymphoma,we always recommend complete investigation.usually biopsy is the cardinal method for diagnosis and doctor should decide to make biopsy from one of the glands and should not po... | |
Is it possible to conceive naturally or IUI is required?
Mine TVS was done yesterday and was found that the size of follicle as provided below: Left - 12.3 X 12mmfollicles Right - 18 X 20 mm dominant follicle and also took Inj BHCG 10,000IUI/m yesterday. Further, mine endometrial cyst was also removed through laprosco... | Hi,I read your query and I understand your concerns.Following is my reply:1) Sperms concentraion is very low.2) It is difficult to conceive by IUI also.3) You might need IVF / ICSI method of treatment for conception with such low count.Let me know if you have anymore questions.Regards,Dr. Mahesh Koregol | |
What is the treatment for pain in abdomen?
My lower abdomen (below the naval) hurts to push on it. It almost feels like a bruise, but I have done nothing that would have pulled muscles or bruised my abdomen. It feels like I have to pass gas as well, but that hurts my rectum. I have never experienced this before... I ... | HI.Your history is suggestive of intestinal infection. I would advise you to take a course of an antibiotic and supportive medicines as per your Doctor's advise as you may need prescription based medicines and also you get a clinical examination by a Doctor. | |
What causes chronic cough with negative TB test?
Hello Doctor, my aunt who is 58 years old is suffering from severe, continous cough for the last 3 months. Reported negative for TB and lung infection tests. Antibiotics are giving temporary relief, but the unbearabe cough persists. What could be the cause and the best ... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, we should definitely rule bronchitis in your case. Bronchitis means inflammation of airways. It can cause bronchospasm and this causes cough, expectoration, breathing difficulty etc. So consult pulmonologist and get done clinica... | |
I am losing interest in everything. What can i do?
Gud Morning, I want to know the why am I losing appetite, distaste for food, hair-loss and unexplained bruises. I m losing interest in everything and this affects me and my relationship wif everyone badly. At tymes, I will contemplate to either give up or to end it qu... | Hi Some of your symptoms look like they could be related to Depression but I am concerned about your hair loss and bruises which are not typically associated with pure psychological problems..there could be physical reasons for all these symptoms. (unless you have already been prescribed by an antidepressant which belo... | |
Suggest remedy for spinabifida occulta
hi, im 24 y.o and I play basketball, I have spinabifida occulta , last year I got lots of pain starting from beneath my buttock and sometimes reach just below the knee but now im fine, but I started getting groin pain about 4 months ago and the doctor told me its just inflamation... | Hello, There is no special treatment for spina bifida occulta, besides drugs (gabapentine, pregabaline, amitriptyline) to help against back pain. But, considering your worsened situation, I would recommend performing a new spine MRI in order to exclude possible tethered cord syndrome, which may need surgery. Hope I hav... | |
Suggest treatment for stage 5 chronic kidney disease
ok I am a diabetic a1c averages 7 to 7.5 I am in stage 4 to stage 5 kidney disease my doctor says my blood acids are higher than he wants he has said to use sodium bicarbonate to ease the acid. I have been told to avoid any salt is this not contradictory? | Hello, You are right. The hypertensive patient should avoid sodium in the diet and from medication as well. But if acid level very high means metabolic acidosis present than it can be counteracted by bicarbonate. So I suggest you follow your doctor advice to treat your condition. You should get treatment by nephrologis... | |
Suggest remedy for pain and weakness in arms
Went to massage therapist in late July and she was a little rough when she was massaging under my left arm in the arm pit. For 2 weeks, my left arm was weak and I had no strength in my arm. On labor day of this year, I suddenly had a pain in my left side and from that day t... | Hello, I have studied your case. .Pain indicates inflammatory process or nerve compression.I will advise you to do PET SCAN so that lesion in any area of body can be identified. I will advise you to do EMG-NCV study.Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help.Hop... | |
Suggest the chance of survival in papillary metastatic carcinoma patients
Diagnosed with Papillary Metastatic Carcinoma in 2006. 8 years of I-131 treatments. Blood tests show.02 last year. This year .04. Ultra Sound shows multiple tumors in the neck. Cancer invaded the lympnodes, back of the neck and the base of the b... | hi, ur question is incomplete and u want to know precise answer...usually papillary carcinoma has a good prognosis. there are many issues regarding staging and treatment, that to be discussed in detail. the exact extent of disease is needed for decision making for surgery. thyroid scan along with CT or MRI scan should ... | |
Have swollen toe, done uric acid test, urine analysis, show proteins in urine. Concern?
Hi doc.I am so disturb of my condition about my swollen big toe. I suspect that it's a gout thing and so I went to a diagnostic center to have my uric acid test and also for a urinalysis. I just received the result today but my res... | hello amls, since your uric acid levels are within the normal range, it is very important to see whether the pain in your big toe is because of corn or wearing tight shoes...i would advice you to wear slippers for sometime..and if it is corn then go to a surgeon for its removal.As for your urine report shows infection.... | |
What causes black specks in stools of a child?
My LO is 5 months old. He is exclusively breastfed. Today he had black specks in his stool. I gave him iron and vitamin D. But I give him those every other day (doc perscribed to do it every day-I didn t want to constipate him so I do every other). He has been extra fussy... | Hello I understand your concern.Actually black specks in his stool are caused by iron ,you are giving him.And iron can even cause constipation in him. So kindly stop iron for few days and his lo will be normal.Why did the doc prescribed him iron? you did any blood test of him?Vit D is ok.you can give him.Hope this ans... | |
What causes discomfort and swelling in the abdomen?
3 days ago my abdomen began to fill swollen and uncomfortable and when I pressed on my left side it was tender...then two days ago I was having pain in the center under my brest bone that radiated to my back...yesterday it was back to the swollen feeling and today I ... | Hello and welcome to HCM,Fullness of abdomen and feeling uncomfortable and swelling on left side suggests splenomegaly.However, clinical assessment and ultrasound of the abdomen is required for assessment of abdominal organs.You need to consult your primary health provider for interpretation of ultrasound and thus fur... | |
Suggest treatment for stage 2 colon cancer
My father has diagnosed with stage 2b colon cancer (T3n0m0), hemicolectomy had been done in themonth May 14, & The doctor s suggestion on chemo was intermediate, (if the body survives go for it), We have nt taken any chemo yet.. As doctor suggests, we have been started checki... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Colon cancer is completely cured if diagnosed at an early time. Your father had stage 2 disease and this is an early stage. After hemicolectomy, checking CEA and then doing CT scan or ultrasound scan regularly is recommended. This is because about 50 percent of patients with colon cancer can ha... | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologis... | |
What causes pain in the left shoulder and neck along with breathing difficulty?
I am a healthy and active 51 year old Caucasian female. I exercix with weights and cardio 5 days a week. I woke up around 3 AM this morning with left shoulder pain and when I started to turn over, the pain was incredible in neck and left s... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I have read the details and in my opinion you have this problem probably because of sore throat, This sore throat explains everything including neck pain ,breathlessness . I suggest you start appropriate treatment in consulta... | |
Suggest treatment for sharp pain in inner left thigh
I am getting this random sharp, pain in my upper inner left thigh....I can be sitting, standing, walking....it only lasts for a few seconds, but it is very painful. Sometimes I think if it lasted any longer I would pass out from how painful it is. It's been going ... | hi this may be due to muscle pull or stressed life style so you can use ice pack to relief pain but don't use ice pack directly rap it in a towel and then apply on effected area you can do this for 20 min and twice a day or you can apply hot water bag but use only one hot or cold use declofanic gel and then cover the ... | |
Does white nipples indicate pregnancy?
i had sex about a week ago and now i am constipated and the tips of my nipples have gone white could i be pregnantRead more: white nipples - Early Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms Forum - eHealthForum | Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion the white nipples doesn't indicate pregnancy.In pregnancy there will be enlargement and tender breast.The arrows will be darkened and appearance of some pimple like structures called montogmerry tubercles is classical.All these full fledged changes take time upto 10- 1... | |
Will masturbation cause any problem in treatment of epididymitis?
Hello sir thanks for ur valuable answer to my disease epididymitis .If i doing masturbate twice a day is any problem in treatment for epididymitis. i am suffering from 1 month ,AND I am useing the tablets BANOCIDE FORTE ,KATADOL,INTIMATE,RIDACID from l... | Hi There , It appears like you have epididymo-orchitis on left side and orchitis on right side ( swelling of right testis )but needs confirm with the ultrasound .Avoid mastrubation atleast for now as it already casuing pain to you till the infection subsides. | |
Q. My son suffers from allergy cough and vomit. What is the permanent cure for his problem?
Hello doctor, My son, aged 15 years, is suffering from allergy since his childhood. He will have cough and vomiting whenever it is attacked, mostly in the winter. We use Asthalin, Sereflo, and sometimes with nebulization, he wi... | Hello. From the medication you have detailed, he is being treated for asthma. Any positive family history? Does he have chest tightness or shortness of breath or wheezing during the episode? Any seasonal variation or exacerbation in winters? Asthma is due to hyper airway responsiveness to air borne allergens. Treatment... | |
What causes low calcium levels?
howdy-my HMO Dr. ran a blood test....a wk.later his nurse calls saying everything is normal. i got a copy of the results & found my free testosterone level is 13.4 !! over the years, my calcium has been leaching out. my teeth are all gone,osteoporosis is in play & in 2011(@ age 57) a bo... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Have you got RFT (KIDNEY TEST) done anytime? If not please get it done. If there s a renal problem then calcium might reduce. Or if the intake is low again it might be reduce. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I... | |
Suggest treatment for rash on buttocks
My five-year-old daughter has had a rash on her bottom for almost a year. I ve taken her to our doctor and also a specialist and we ve had three different kinds of medication oral and topical and nothing has worked. Her rash is sometimes worse than it is other times and she says ... | Hi,In spite of medicines and consulting specialists if there is no improvement then we should keep one possibility in mind of having worm infestation.Due to worms infestation worms comes out and migrates surrounding area giving this type of problem.Give her one course of anti-worm treatment like Albendazole stat and re... | |
Recommend treatment for sinus infections
Hello, I ve experiencing a Sinus infection, with swollen tonsils, earache, and a sore jaw. I also notice that it seems my wisdom teeth are slightly cutting thru. I do not feel any pain in my teeth. My throat is really sore and since I ve been gargling salt water for days, the s... | ello,Welcome to HCM,The symptoms of sinusitis are related to inflammation and congestion of the sinuses with or without an infection.There are many organisms that are causing sinus infection. For your symptoms I would suggest you to follow1. Warm facial compresses applied for 5 to 10 minutes would encourage drainage an... | |
What causes tingling, numbness and sharp pain in testicles and penis?
Hi, I have had pains in my testicles, groin and penis for the last 5 days. They come and go, and can be sharp pains as well as tingling dumbness, like pins and needles. I can t seem to get an erection and the pain can get worse when I move. I have a... | HelloThanks for query .Pain in testicles and penis can be due to infection of testicle (Orchitis) and needs to be confirmed .Please consult qualified Urologist for clinical examination and get following basic tests done to confirm the diagnosis.1) Urine routine and culture.2) Ultrasound scanning of abdomen and pelvis3)... | |
Can enlarged spleen and liver lead to polycythemia vera?
I AM A 37 YEAR OLD FEMALE, MOTHER OF 11 CHILDREN. The youngest is 12 months old. I have always suffered from headaches and about 5 months ago my neurologists place me on Amatriptelene. 2 -10mg tablets at night before bed. It knocked out the headaches, however wi... | Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.You have enlarged liver and spleen. There are many disease that cause liver and spleen enlargement. Simple congestive cardiac disease can also lead to this. Many leukemia and molto life dative or lymph I proliferative disease... | |
Can exercise treat lower limb muscle exhaustion, have history of bypass surgery?
I HAVE HAD AN AEORTIC BY PASS SURGERY ABOUT 20 YEAR AGO AND HAD SURGERIES TO CLEAR OUT MY CARATIOD ARTEIES 5 YEARS AGO. I WAS NOT HAVEING ANY PROBLEMS AFTER THE FIRST SURGERY BUT AFTER THE SECOND SURGERY THEIR WERE SOME DAMAGE TO THE FEME... | HiThis is called claudication and exercise can help form accessory arterial flow pathways in your legs | |
Experiencing muscle strain due to exercise & diagnosed with hypermobility
shoulder injury i have what is called hypermobility in all my joints but its more promident in my shoulers. well ive already had 3 shoulder surgeries on my right to correct the multi directional sublacations. which i also tore my laberem, capsul... | Hello, As due to having non-stabilization of the joints doing weight training may lead to small inflammation due to abnormal movements and lead to pain. I will advise to stop weight training and undergo joint stability exercises which will help to make the joint more stable and avoid injuries. Unless and until the join... | |
Suggest remedy for blotches on the skin
Hi,I am a young female and I recently have been diagnosed with HSV-1 genital after a severe primary outbreak with flu like symptoms.During the same week of the diagnosis I had brownish blotches appear on my skin along that were not raised or itchy after taking my first dose of v... | Hi, According to me, Valtrex does not cause a similar rash. The rash could be a completely unrelated condition such as Freckle. The proper diagnosis could be made only after proper examination. If your are afraid of having, you can clear your doubt by undergoing voluntary HIV testing. I also advise you to take Valtrex ... | |
How can sciatica with a thigh area lump be treated?
I had a baby four and a half months ago and started getting back pain shooting down my leg have been diagnosed with a sciatica, i am mobile but struggle to bend and get up and down from being seated however have noticed a little lump on same side between my thigh and... | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.The sciatic nerve compression is a common finding in pregnancy, due to the weigh gain and change in the body position with the back pushed forward. Basically, the lumbar pain orientates towards a lumbar origin of the sciatica, while the lump you describe... | |
How to treat knee pain?
felt like something snapped in arch of foot - have had knee pain & pain in lower back, hip. when bending the knee - feels like swollen. no problems walking. when elevating feels like stretching form hip to knee. after dancing & jumping increased pain around knee & just below knee cap. | Hi,Thank you for providing the brief history of you.A thorough neuromuscular assessment is advised with MRI of lumbar spine.As the pain you have which cover the lower back upto the heel, i suspect it to be a neuropathic pain. A thorough neuromuscular assessment is advised.Also, with simple physical therapy training, th... | |
What is the treatment available for vitiligo?
I am 22 year old female, i have developed white patch on the left elbow, my dermat told it is vitiligo, even the hair in the patch area is turned white. doc gave me some steroid treatment.it is not improving. is there any other treatment plans available for vitiligo. | Vitiligo:initialy it is beneficial to see a dermatologist and 40-60% patients respond to medical therapy.If the spot size does not respond then plastic surgery may help but one should wait for 1-3 years. to see the response to medicine and time(some heal without medicine). In PLASTIC SURGERY SMALL SIZE PATCH can be rem... | |
Could raised bumps on heel like callused blisters be fungal infection?
my daughter developed what I thought looked like corns on the heel of her foot. They are hardened raised bumps and in the middle of them they had what looked like a clear hole under the skin. we bought corn pads and they opened up but have not gone... | Hello,This is Dr. Klarida Papaqako answering your question.I have read carefully your query.If I was your daughter's caring doctor, I would recommend:-- first to deal with underlying cause of abnormal pressure. shoes should not cause friction or pressure, use donut pad (after adequate shaving) if necessary, crest pad i... | |
What causes swelling in the elbow?
I was recently putting up a trampoline with enclosure. While threading the poles throught the top of the enclosure, I pushed the pole and it seemed to be stuck. I continued trying to push it through which eventually caused pain to the inside of my elbow just above the crease. This wa... | Hi, You seem to have used considerable force in trying to push the pole. This has caused the over contraction of the muscles of the forearm resulting in injury to the ligaments and tendon which is attached to the bone on the inside of the elbow just above the crease. This needs to be iced and a compression bandage to b... | |
Can oralcon contraceptive be used as emergency contraception?
i am 24 years old with a 5years son, i am currently on paragard IUC for three months so i want to know if i can use a morning after pill if something goes wrong during sex. i also want to know if oralcon contraceptive can be used as emergency contraception ... | Hi,Paragard is a very effective contraceptive method. It is more than 99% effective in preventing pregnancy. Therefore there is no need to use morning after pill after sex. I could not figure out why you thought of using morning after pill while you are already on a very effective method of contraception.Oralcon contra... | |
Is it possible to be pregnant inspite of getting periods?
This guy and i had sex 3 times last month all unprotected. Im not on any kind of birth control or anything. We had sex on Jan.4th, 26th, and 27th. I got my period on the 27th but it was alot lighter than usual and it was on and off. Well after my period was thr... | yes , that can happen. but to make sure pregnancy is doing well, get serum HCG level and pelvic sonogram done . | |
What causes pain in right abdomen and traces of blood in urine?
my husband has an unexplained pain on the right side of his abdomen above the hip bone. He just had hernia surgery 2 weeks ago and we thought that was the cause of the pain but apparently not. He claims that a few sips of beer really helps with the pain. ... | Hello, Most probably it is due to renal or ureteric stones which are causing minor mucosal abrasions and lead to symptoms. A CT scan can provide a better clinical picture. If there is stone better to consult a urologist and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take ca... | |
Q. Does the amount of blood sample affect the test result?
Hi doctor, I recently took the Alere Determine HIV-1/2 Ag/Ab rapid test. The counselor used two drops of buffer. The test brochure said to use only one drop. I would like to know whether the test is still valid or not. | Hi. Yes, the test is valid. There is nothing to worry about. | |
How to get pregnant with irregular periods?
Hello doctor. I got married ten months back. I have been trying to conceive but not yet. I took all the tests and came back normal. My period is irregular. This time my doctor given me duphaston to get my period. Im really afraid. Can you please help me. | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, look pregnancy is more natural phenomenon than physiological one, it depends upon some compatibilities, like presence of ovum and sperm at the time of coitus, it is just 10 months gone since you married, some time this may take more time even more than enough, be pati... | |
Is pregnancy possible through protected intercourse?
My husband and I had protected sex on and before sex the condom was put on the other way around so we removed it n put it on properly and then had sex. My last period was on September 12th. It s 18 th October n I haven t got it yet. Can I take regesterone to get my ... | HI, I understand your concern. If the condom was used properly & it did not break during sex.. you would not have conceived,.The delay in periods may bew incidental due to some other cause. It's already 6 days past your last menses, why not wait for 2 more days, get urine pregnancy test done , exclude pregn... | |
Have intrahepatic cholestasis. High bilirubin, AST/ALT and alkaline phosphatase. Reason?
I have an cronic ilness which is called intrahepatic cholestasis . I had this ilness 6 times in last 8 years. Everytimes when i got sick, it lasted about 3 months to get better. I become yellow because of high billirubines. My AST... | Dear friend, welcome to HCM, cholestatic jaundice can be a side effect of many drugs. if recurrent without exposure to any drugs, may have different causes. needs an ultrasound/ CT scan, a gastroenterology opinion. pl. post results of tests done previously. take care and pl. keep me posted on the progress. | |
What causes cramps in glutis maximus?
For the past 4 days I have been awakened with an extreme cramp in my glutis Maximus . I also have been experiencing pain in my upper arm fornabout a month or two. Are these pains related? They both subside with moving around, but the pain in my GM lasts for a agonizing 10 minutes ... | Hello, The symptoms seem to be related to a muscle cramp. I suggest using a spasmolytic such as Baclofen three times a day. I also suggest using magnesium supplement twice a day. Warm compresses can also be helpful in relieving the cramps. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regard... | |
What causes wound like problem on upper skon of penis?
For a suitable rply i m sending dis mail to you, I m from Delhi (East). Its about the problm of som wound aprrear on pennis under the upper skin, i m 26 yrs old marriede guy. Now we r getting dis thing to whom we need consult. what kind of problm it is. If u can... | HelloThanks for query .You have not mentioned about any sexual history in your query whether you had unprotected sex preceding developing a wound on under surface of foreskin .The wound on under surface of Foreskin strongly suggests infection of the foreskin (Posthatitis).You need to take broad spectrum antibiotic like... | |
Is pregnancy possible by having sex during periods?
So I haven t found very much information on the subject, but from what I understand the situation I m about to explain is basically impossible. A week ago my boyfriend and I had sex and we didn t use a condom, he pulled out but I know the precum is often just as fert... | Hello, and I hope I can help you today.Even though there is sperm present in pre-ejaculate, it is at a fraction of the amount that is present in the vagina after ejaculation. Therefore withdrawal does work as a contraceptive about 75 to 80% of the time. However, there is definitely a possibility of pregnancy if you h... | |
Is it normal to have 20% rate of sperm count?
hi sir. gud morning im male 29 years married in September 2013... we hardly trying fr childers... in april month i went hospital done sperm analysis test result shows 20% motality , in auguest it increases 42%.... nw currently taking lineator capasules frm 25 days... im no... | hello naresh,thonks a lot for your query on HCM,it is very less a value of motality than normal for the sperms.usually more than 90% is considered as normal.nice to see you already being taking tablets for your condition,do continue taking it as advised by your physicianthings will definately improve.but it will not be... | |
Suggest remedy for SMA type III
Dear sir, My son Ritesh has affected by SMA type III from his age of 8 months. Now he is 4 years 2 months old. We started his treatment in India when he was 1years 8 months. But we didn’t get any better response of his health. So I want to know how can I get your treatment in India?Than... | Hi, welcome to HCM. Can understand your concerns. It's really unfortunate that your son has spinal muscular atrophy. At present, there is no definite treatment of spinal muscular atrophy in medical science. We have to take care of respiratory distress and pneumonia in child because as the child grows the muscles of res... | |
How can severe cough be treated?
I have been sick for a week tomorrow? It stated with a cough, sore throat. I first took Coricidm DM( have High blood pressure) also had body aches. Also I low grade fever. After 2 days switched to ucinex DM and Brethe right strips. the fever broke two nights ago. No more fever or b... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. * As the intensity of cough is more, I suspect underlying lower respiratory tract infection after cruise journey. * In our clinic, I recommend oral or intravenous antibiotic, decongestants with supportive care to cure at e... | |
What causes pain in stomach and shoulder?
Hi. I have been having pain in my stomach and sholder. I have been to the doctors and had 2 MRI scans. 2 CT Scans, 2 Ultra Sounds but they havent been able to find whats causing the problem. I have been to the hospital as the pain to get so bad. They have found a cysts on ... | Hi.Thanks for your elucidate history. It appears that the cysts at multiple organs can cause such a pain. The pain comes only when the pressure within the cysts rise. This can be a part of the disease called polycystic disease. Unfortunately there is no definite treatment by medicines, you may have to go for surgery if... | |
Suggest cure for an itchy skin rash
A itchy rash on the lower leg from the akle to top of the knee it began like two fly bites and began to spread in one big patch on the inside of both legs and little spots all over the leg all on the lower leg. could it be an allergy to gabapentin 400mg x8 a day for nerve pains.Insu... | Hi, It seems that most probably you may be having contact allergic dermatitis. Consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. As you are diabetic, oral steroid should be avoided. You may take antihistaminics like cetirizine. If there is infection, you may continue antibiotic which your doctor... | |
What are the symptoms and treatment for lung cancer?
hi i am a 52 y/o f i had squamous cell carcinoma in 2005 of head and neck with unknown origin.had radiation treatments and radical neck dissection.i had a ct scan and now shows ill defined mass like infiltrates within the bilateral central lungs right greater than l... | It could be metastatic lung cancer in view of previous history of cancer. You could have cough, blood in sputum, weight loss like symptoms. Good that youe are scheduled for PET CT soon. It will make things clearer. | |
Suggest treatment for numbness in the face and dizziness
Hi I have been seeing a neurologist for about two months, for numbness in feet, face, mouth, restless leg, dizziness, did a vng and have 44% vestibular deficit in left side. I have been going through rehabilitation for the balance issue. The balance issue is wor... | hi,thanks for providing the brief history of you.since you have symptoms like balance issues, pain, numbness, restless etc we need to focus here on two aspects.one is the brain and the second is the spinal column.brain works on its own and the input of medicine is symptomatic to get help for the symptoms. also the MRI... | |
Broken tailbone, ingrown hair, bruised, unable to move much. What is going on?
about 16-17 years ago I fell and broke my tailbone at work. I have also had what amounted to an "ingrown-hair"? on my tailbone back in 1980, ANYWAY... for the past several weeks (6-8 maybe) I have been having a very,very bruised feeling in ... | Hello! Thank you for the query. From your description is sounds more like ingrown hair what is called pilonidal cyst. This condition likes to recur. It is caused by irritation of the tissues due to this ingrown hair what leads to the inflammation. Such inflammation causes pus accumulation and gives much pain in this ar... | |
Q. Can high BP with migraine cause stroke?
Hello doctor, I am 42 years old, single parent with two kids aged 15 and 10. The last 19 years, I have had several stress related (in my view) ailments. History: Erratic bowel syndrome 19 years back, corrected now. Polycystic ovaries, corrected now (was on Metformin for one y... | Hello. I would largely comment from cardiac point of view. So overall, other than BP, your cardiac status is normal. Your heart function is normal and no RWMA, your blood vessels were clean on CT coronary angiography (attachment removed to protect patient identity). So, I do not think there is anything to worry from ca... | |
Q. l got a sore hard lump after the removal of wisdom tooth. Is it normal?
Hello doctor,I just got one side of my wisdom teeth removed both upper and lower six days ago, and I have another one scheduled after two days for the left side. The upper is 100 % fine, which they pulled. The lower they pulled the tooth withou... | Hello. The lump is mostly a hard swelling which forms postsurgical removal of the wisdom tooth or maybe even by swollen lymph nodes due to infection. It takes a week or two for the swelling to subside. Sometimes, if the root is still inside, the infection may be remaining there causing swelling. Get an X-ray done to fi... | |
What causes fluctuation in blood pressure?
i am 7 months pregnant and just found out that i have a blood pressuare ranging from 162/92 and if its low it is 154/70 so i was wondering if this is caused by food or stress level i have and if its food is it healthy for me to eat maggi 2 minutes noodles | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!Regarding your concern I would explain that these values of blood pressure are really concerning for possible preeclampsia which is a serious situation during pregnancy. It is very important to consult with your attending physician for a careful physical examination, a rest... | |
What causes painful rash near penis?
hi i have a rash on my groin, spreading onto my testicles and penis. i feel as though i have prickles in my testicles and its extremely sore and irritating. i sometimes get heat rash as i wear 4 layers of clothing for work, but this is different and far more raised and lumpy. what ... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us at healthcaremagicIt is extremely difficult to be absolutely sure about it without having had the opportunity to examine.I will have to keep a few possibilities: It could either be a fungal infection or it could be intertrigo (which is inflammation of the body folds). Sweat and occlusive... | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it... | |
What causes pain in the butt cheek?
hi Friday night i played ball, and when i ran to first base my left buttock cheek hurt like i was going to be sick and could hardly get back to the bench the pain was so Bad. It felt like i pulled a muscle in my buttock and shot down the back and inside of my leg. I have been icing ... | Hello, As the pain was radiating in nature this is a clear indication of the nerve entrapment. Taking up an MRI of the lumbar spine to see the soft tissue anatomy is important. With an exercise like core stability, spinal muscle strengthening, hip muscle strengthening, and lower limb strengthening are advised to avoid ... |
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