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Suggest treatment for offensive body odour
hi i have smelling problems i take a shower put on deo . put fresh cloth on new socks a bit of perfume sometimes that smells really good i use it about 2 time week. Every time im near someone they tend to cough robe there noeses snife and it makes me think that i smell and i ... | HiThanks for your query at HCM.I understand your concern and situation.The bad body odour is really due to bacteria breaking down protein into certain acids. Take shower or bath at least once a daily with warm water. Use fibers made clothes like wool, silk or cotton. Do not eat spicy foods. You can use anti perspirants... | |
Can low sodium and vitamin D cause swollen lymph nodes?
Hello I am 31 5'9 and 152lbs I have been going to my doctor for year now trying to figure out why i am having burning feeling in my thighs and calves. Then I ended up with a painful swollen lymph nodes under my arm and a few in my neck. I had one in my neck remov... | Hello,The swollen lymph nodes are usually related to an infection in the system. I suggest to do a complete blood count for further evaluation. The vitamin D deficiency does not cause swollen lymph nodes. You can use a vitamin D supplement to treat this deficiency.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I ca... | |
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... | |
Suggest remedy for bumps in teeth
Hello. A few days ago I noticed a very small skin colored bump in between my two front teeth, closer to my right tooth on the gum line. It is painless! The only reason I noticed it was because it was slightly elevated. I have never had any cavities or any dental work done in that area... | Hello, Thanks for consulting HCM, Read your query, as you have bump in between teeth dont be worried so much it can be due to Deposition of food debris in subgingival areas of gum , trauma during flossing or brushing , carious tooth may he root caries or due to Periodontal Abscess . Dont be worried so much do warm sal... | |
What could swelling ring below the glans from remaining foreskin after circumcision mean?
Hi, everyone. I am 25 yrs old and had a circumcision 25 days ago. The stiches are all gone, the last stich feel out 5 days ago. The sensitivity is going fine, the wounds are completely all dry and no more lymph leaking. No more p... | HelloThanks for query.Swelling around the coronal sulcus after surgery of Circumcision is due to edema at the site of suture line and is not abnormal .It will gradually get reduced over period of 2-3 months and become normal .No active treatment is required except to clean it up properly with warm water daily.Dr.Patil. | |
Q. Will typhoid be cured on its own if there are no complications?
Hello doctor, I have typhoid, IgG and IgM are positive even after taking the antibiotic for 14 days. So, even now I have a got fever on and off. Can typhoid be cured on its own if there is no complication? | Hi. I understand all your concerns. Typhoid fever is a common serious infection that requires specific treatment after diagnosis. The causative organisms are either salmonella typhi or paratyphi. The definitive diagnosis is through isolation of the organism by culture in the first ten days. The drug of choice is Ciprof... | |
Suggest treatment for small red lumps on the breast
Hi my both my breast have had some light pain on and off in the chest area. I now have more pain in the right breast when lifting my arm. I keep checking foe lumps, redness, and changes but thankfully nothing but I have this pain why and should I be going to the doct... | HI,Welcome to HCM with your query.Based on the facts of your query,you seem to have Fibroadenosis due to hormonal imbalance and seems to be of familial /heriditary nature.Its a benign condition.Your query does not indicate any lump,as quoted in your heading of the query.This appears to be moderation mistake and would n... | |
How to get Hemoglobin normal in a toddler?
Hi Doctor, I am having Son of 1.5Yrs and he is not eating any thing through out the day, but he is very active and also plays a lot at home. Last week we have took his Blood report in that it has shown that Heamoglobin is very less. Our doctor has given some of the medicine t... | Dear Parent,The fact that your child is very active through the day is a reassuring sign. There can be many causes for low food intake in a toddler and low blood count is one of them. I would however suggest that you consult your pediatrician who can assess your child's growth and investigate the cause of the low bloo... | |
What causes low grade fever for 6 months?
I have been running low-grade fevers for 6 months now. I am having chills, headaches, night sweats, excessive sweating, and am so tired that I can barely function! I have seen so many Drs. & nobody can figure this out. We were on a cruise, 2 months before all of this started. ... | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of low grade fever for 6 months which seems to be due to viral infection. Low grade fever is because your immunity is lower down because of infection. Need not to worry much as antibiotics will not give much relief to you as yours s... | |
Q. I have a curvature in my penis. Should I be worried?
Hello doctor, I have a curvature towards left in my penis. As far as I can remember, I have it from the beginning. I just want to know if this curvature is normal. Since six months, I have mild pain in the head of the penis. The pain is not constant. It pains now... | Hello. I have seen the images sent by you (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Thanks. For more information consult a urologist online --> | |
Why lymph nodes swollen months after contracting bacterial infection?
Hi i had a question. I contracted a bacterial infection took antibiotics and noticed many months later all my lump nodes are swollen. Doctor cannot figure out why but i am pretty sure i still have a bacterial infection but doctor does not think so, ... | Hi welcome to HCM Going through your history , I understand that you have Lymph node in groin chin and neck. Blood test can't be helpful to work out about lymph node. There is only test Fine needle aspiration cytology test is required . The possibilities of swollen Lymph nodes are1 most common unknown origin no need of... | |
How can fever with a painful armpit lump be treated?
Please help! I noticed today that my 5 year old has a painful lump in her armpit. She was complaining that it hurts just recently. Both her armpit feel feverish. Should I take her to the emergency room now? I m worried, because it s never happened before. She feels ... | hi...am happy to reply your question. by the history given by you, child may have folliculitis in the arm. child require antibiotic. if child is not allergic to pencillin, you can give the following drug1. amoxacillin-clavulunic acid 50mg/kg/day in 3 divided dose for 5days.2. syp Paracetamol (1ml=125mg) 15mg/kg/dose 8t... | |
Suggest treatment for baby suffering from hives while on formula
I am pretty sure my 5 month old grandson has a milk allergy and has been on soy.....he seems to be ok on that....my daughter gave him a regular milk based formula the last few days....I was not aware of it until last night.....he now has hives all over h... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Hives are raised pink-red areas of different shapes and sizes. They are very itchy. Do the marks on his skin look like this? Is he scratching and uncomfortable? Let's rule out other things that commonly cause allergic reactions... | |
Can stress cause chest discomfort?
I have been feeling like my heart is racing. Have chest discomfort. I have had a stress test a couple of time, but it shows nothing. I have been walking and trying to do a slow job. Can not jog very very far. Walking has been good. No Dr. can seem to find out what is wrong. They all ... | if you have lost weight and your heart is racing , you must first check for hyperthyroidism. To look for a cardiac lesion like mitral valve prolapse causing palpitations you need an echocardiogram . for heart rhythm abnormalities, please get a 48 hr holter. the loss of weight however is not explained by the above cardi... | |
How to heal broken wrist?
my son has broken his wrist on the 19 of dec he had his first xray and all seemed fine but since then he s ulna bone has moved since being in a cast, they are doing another xray in a couple of days to see if it has moved and if so they will be putting a pin in. now my question is if his ulna ... | Hello,It may be due to fracture. For further assessment you may require X Ray after orthopedician consultation. Further treatment mainly depends upon the underlying condition. You may require surgical intervention after surgeon consultation. For pain you can take tablet acetaminophen. Till then use sling support. Restr... | |
Suggest medication for chronic cold and cough
hi, i am karthik(23 yrs) living in chennai. i am very sensitive to cold than others, don't know why. i am getting cold easily, all the times i can't go to doctor, because like more than three times a month i am getting cold. now, i am getting breathing problem also because... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. Recurrent cough and cold is mostly due to allergic rhinitis. And breathing problems in such patients is suggestive of asthma more.So better to consult pulmonologist and get done PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).PFT will diagnose asthma and its sev... | |
Suggest medication for disturbed sleep due to nightmares
My 6yr old boy starting to scream tonight saying his father looked like a giant out of no where. He was crying and trembling saying he couldn t open his eyes because he was afraid. He said it happens sometime at rest time at school (we have had no reports of thi... | dear parent,as per your description this seems typical of some psychological trauma. There has to be something that is causing such symptoms. Even if he is imagining, there has to be a source for such imagination. I would like to keep a vigilant watch. | |
Left kidney not functioning, food poisoning. CT scan done. Birth defect?
I had a Cat Scan/with and without contrast, result was I am functioning with one Kidney , My left one not functioning Couple of months ago I have very bad food poising, last all night. Could this possibly be the cause. Doctor says my be a birth d... | A person may be born with only one kidney, a condition known as renal agenesis. Renal dysplasia, another birth defect, makes one kidney unable to function. Many people with renal agenesis or renal dysplasia lead normal, healthy lives and only discover that they have one kidney-or one working kidney-when they have an x ... | |
Is Suprep intake safe when suffering from supra ventricular tachycardia and sulfate allergy?
I was prescribed Suprep for endoscopy/colonoscopy 1/15/2014. 1. Just read the package insert. I am allergic to sulfa. The ingredients contain sulfate. 2. I have supra ventricular tachycardia. Insert says may cause irregular he... | Hello,I have gone through your query and understand your concern.You can take Suprep.There is much confusion regarding allergy to sulfa-containing drugs, Sulfa, Sulfites, Sulfates and Sulfur.Sulfa allergies are common from medications. Originally the name is from a class of drugs known as sulfonamides but these do diff... | |
Is bp 110/50 normal?
dear sir,name-leela age-21 sex-female weight-53kgsheight-5 feet,3 inchesmedical history-fissure in ano..sometimes blood will come in stools.have to go with an internal sphincterectomy next weeki had a bp 110/50i think my diastolic pressure is low..is it so or it is normal????am i hypotensive????pl... | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have very low diastolic blood pressure. You should consult your anaesthetist or physician and take treatment for that. First yoh should normalized your blood pressure and then only you should go for surgery. Hope I have answered your ques... | |
Q. My wife has HbE trait and is pregnant. Can this affect the child's health?
Hello doctor, My wife is nine weeks pregnant with our first child. We got are hemoglobin results back today. My wife's test results were positive. Ea, HbE trait with or without thalassemia. I would like to know if child's health could be a c... | Hello. HbE trait will not pose any health problems to your child if he or she inherits it. Only the size of the red blood cells will be smaller than normal. The only worrying aspect is the fact that your wife might have the alpha thalassemia gene which might affect your baby. The inheritance of alpha-thalassemia is com... | |
Suggest remedy to recover from weakness in legs
Dad complains of weakness in his legs such that he has difficulty going up the stairs. He is 83. His upper body strength is ok. He says he has felt depressed lately. He has a pacemaker. He recently suffered a fall when he seemed to have lost consciousness while trying to... | Hi, looking at his age, he may also be having pain in knees which may also be causing weakness, moreover neurological involvement during fall may also be the reason, consult a neurologist first, if he rules out any of his intervention, then you may plan to go to an ortho doctor for help. | |
What causes discomfort and pain in right knee?
hi I was playing soccer and after the game a day later had bruising on the lateral side of the posterior right knee. hasn t gone away in days. I bit of discomfort and pain when I make certain turns. I do have osteo arthritis in that knee and chondriomalacia in the tibial ... | Hi, Thanks for your query. It could be due to strain or arthritic changes. Give rest to the part. Get it checked out. Hope this helps you. Warm regards | |
Tired, lower back pain. On medication for pregnancy. Pregnant?
Hi,My wife is under medication for pregnancy. After 3 months of medicines for controlling her irregular periods, it got regularized to 32 days cycle. Now is the in the first month of trying. Since 14th day after timing (Mar 9th) she is taking strone 200 mg... | Hello,Thanks for your query. Strone is PROGESTERONE, what your wife is feeling is side-effects of progesterone. If she misses her periods get a urine pregnancy test done. Side -effeccts of progesterone:Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:sudden numbness... | |
Abdominal pain, vomiting, blood test, urine test, stool test, ultrasound of abdomen, endoscopy normal, acute gastritis
i have frequent abdomen pain and vomiting for last 3 years and have gone through several test which include all types of blood test ,urine,stool,ultrasound of abdomen and endoscopy . the reports of al... | WELCOME TO HEALTHCARE MAGIC. IF EVERY TESTS OK AND YOU ARE DIAGNOSED GASTRITIS THEN YOU SHOULD TAKE MEDICINES ACCORDING TO THE ADVISED OF YOUR DOCTOR. YOU MAY TAKE THREE MEDICINES. 1. TAB. PAN-D(40) = 10 TABS. 1 TAB. IN THE EMPTY STOMACH. 2. SUSP. SUCRALFIT-O = 1 PH (100 ML.). 10 ML. BEFORE LUNCH AND DINNER AFTER SHAKI... | |
Have abdominal pain on right side. Appendicitis?
Hi, I have been getting achey pains in my right abdoman for 3 days now I have been involved in a rta 3 weeks ago and was affected mostly my right side. I m worried now tho as these aches r in the area of mt appendix , my gp proded over my tummy an said he thought it was... | hello welcome to HCM, as per the symptoms and history you have given , Its not the appendicitis pain, as you have told , you met with an road traffic accident , the abdominal pain is propably associated with the RTA.. appendicitis is a acute pain abdomen condition , in which you will get severe pain in the Rt.iliac fo... | |
Done IUI, prescribed Fertisure. Unable to conceive. What is the problem?
Good afternoon doctor, This is to introduce myself shekarmenon from kerala aged 45 yrs and my wife aged 42 yrs both of are togather since 12yrs of our marriage .We in fact had been to doctor for 3 yrs concsecutively but my did not concveew .kindl... | Hi Mr. shekarmenon, At age of 42/45, chance of pregnancy through IUI/natural cycle is very low. Better to go for IVF/ICSI. Wish you good health. | |
Suggest remedy to relieve swelling in leg
I suffer from osteoarthritis in spine I have two knee replacement s and had hip replacement last January my right hip operation was a success but have suffered extremely bad pain in lower back groin and front. Muscle all in right side but presently and now my left foot swells ... | hellowelcome to hcm,i had gone through your history and i have treated many patients with similar history. when i found such type of patients, i was treating them with following treatment. Any activity that leaves your feet on the floor, such as sitting in a chair, standing or walking can lead to swelling.1. Swelling i... | |
What causes shivering in fingers?
Sir, My son has never faced seizure or convalsion but at his age of 15 years, he was facing shievering of fingures at times and after testing EEG, Doctor advised him to take Valprol -CR 300 twice a day. Since then he has been taking this medicine and he has never faced seizure . Howev... | Hello,It is not advisable to stop anti-seizure medications with your decision. An evaluation by the Neurologist and EEG is necessary for this purpose. If the opinion of the Neurologist is to stop medication after such evaluation, the doses should be lowered gradually. If the seizure returns, the medication should be co... | |
Suggest treatment for lower back ache
hi.im 18 years old and ive been having lower back aches for about 1 to 2 years. Now its worsening and it hurts now specially at my shoulders and my chest and now frequently around the side of my chest. I personally think its due to my bad posture.. i sit hunched down with my back ... | You are right, these muscle strains will be because of bad posture. You should go to a physiotherapist for posture correction exercises. You might use some analgesics like aceclofenac and muscle relaxant like tab epry for temporary relief | |
Severe gastro-intestinal problems, bloated, severe flatulence, rumbling stomach, joint pain, IBS. On vitamin B. Help?
HI DrI battle with severe gastro intestinal problems...bloated,severe flatulence,rumbling stomach,pain under ribs when I eat,nausea,itching and joint pain.I had all the tests done but my dr. can't seem... | Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for asking a question to H.C.M.F. Bloated, fltulence, rumbling stomach,pain under the ribs. Nausea after eating, itching and joint pains, no relief after all tests, and all systems of medicines. Pain under the ribs usually suggests stomach irritation, liver and gallbladder ... | |
Does having nerve root compression cause trouble in conceiving?
Hi, My name is Zahra Rehmani - 24 yrs old. I got married 4 months ago and recently diagnosed with L5 -s1, L3 - L4, slipped disc issues. I am also facing a problem in my neck C4 -C5-C6 some sought of cervical prob. My left leg is continuously numb for abou... | hi there, I will suggest you the best possible treatment options.I will suggest you to consult with an orthopaedic or spine surgeon first. Take medical treatment and proper physiotherapy, once the things are under control then plan for pregnancy.As pregnancy is condition associated with weight gain , calcium consumptio... | |
What causes severe pain in base of skull and neck?
generalised pain in head but sever in base of skull and neck. cannot support the head in a manner that eases the pain. moving the head even gently causing more intense pain. applying pressure to back of neck where i believe muscles are not affecting the pain, pain fee... | Thank you for your question on HCM.Sir/Madam,From the information that you have providedt is a little difficult to come to a diagnosis,because i would like to know if the pain you are experiencing is associated with any nausea,if this pain increases on exposure to sound or light.this would suggest a possiblity of migr... | |
What is the cure of lump on anus?
I recently found a lump (which may have 2 smaller pin sized lumps) right outside my anus. They are not itchy, but have increasing gotten more painful. Frankly before i noticed the lump while douching, i had no discomfort. I havenot had anal sex in over 4 months, although unprotected. ... | A lump in the region you have described could be a hematoma or thrombosis of external hemorrhoids or anal condyloma all of which can occur with anal intercourse. In some, they subside by increasing fibre in diet, but in others it requires medical or surgical therapy. You can visit a Surgeon or a proctologist. | |
What would cause a lump behind the left knee?
I discovered a lump behind my daughters left knee, she is 6. We had a full blood screen and they said they did specific tests for Lymphnoma and it was all good. Nothing at all off in her bloodwork. Dr didn't find any swollen glands. As I understand it, that doesn't mea... | Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.Unless proved otherwise the lump behind the knee is a Baker's cyst and can be confirmed by an ultrasound as you are rightly doing. Still better would be to get an MRI of the knee done for a clearer picture and to find any other associated problem of the inside of the jo... | |
What could be done after getting shock ?
My son was at school yesterday and got a huge shock from him desk when he touched it (so loud that the teacher at the front of the room heard it). He then said he felt like he had a 20 lb. weight on his chest and developed a headached for about 40 minutes. Should be be concerne... | Hi, How old is your son .Usually post shock if all symptoms disappear there will be complete recovery without any problems. Now since your son has no problem, he will be alright. If any local injury or any other symptoms develops then get back to us or consult your doctor. Since this happened in school, take the necess... | |
What causes bleeding from belly button with heart palpitation?
Hi I had a laparoscopy 2 weeks ago. The belly button incision started bleeding...a few drops but enough to coat it. Also there is a smell a bit like ear wax coming from my belly button. Is this an infection. There is no swelling or redness or raised temper... | Hello ,I understand your concern. I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious disease specialist, answering your concern.It look like there is no infection in the wound. But there is definitely a puncture in the wound contacting it with the abdomen. Because of this puncture respiratory problem is arising. I advice you to visit the ... | |
Suggest treatment for back pain
I have had this for 7 years now I was told it is muscle spasams and arthritis I have been to so many chorapractors and once to a back pain specialts to put fluid back in my discks to no avil what is next to trt thank you marian | Hello Marian. I have been through your question and understand your concern.Back pain has many causes with most of them being benign. Since you are experiencing it for such a long time, I recommend you to schedule a CT scan of the lumbar vertebras to rule oit any progressive condition which would need a more specialist... | |
How to deal with celebrity attraction after watching movies?
Hi, didn't know where else to ask this question Over the past week I've been watching a DVD collection of Smallville. After watching a coupe of seasons I feel like I'm in love with one of the actresses from the show (sounds stupid I know) who I think is the ... | You shoul please reduce watching that show. This the simplest and most appropriate way to deal with this situation.Thanks. | |
What causes scalp itching, hair fall with insomnia?
I am 66 and my scalp is itchy, but only on the crown at top and back, my hair is falling out more than it ever has before. I am an insomniac, who only sleeps three hours per night. If I retire at 10.pm, it takes an hour to go to sleep and I wake at precisely 2.pm. W... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your case history of scalp itching and hairfall, my treatment advice is - 1. Avoid applying hair oil for at least 30 days. 2. Take good nutritious diet full of green leafy vegetables and milk. 3. Apply an antifungal lo... | |
What causes tightening in my chest,shortness of breath and back pain?
Hi, last night when I was gettin ready for bed I laid down on my back, all of a sudden my chest tighten up, started to have shortness of breath and my upper stomache started giving me pain. So I decided to lay on my left to see the difference but it... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. Sudden onset chest tightness, shortness of breath at night while lying down (orthopnea) is commonly seen with heart diseases. So better to consult cardiologist and get done blood pressure monitoring, ecg, 2d echo and stress test (trade mill te... | |
How to treat dent on head caused after head injury?
I was with my boyfriend riding a side-by-side yesterday, our steering locked up, he slammed on the breaks & my head hit the roll bar at full force, I blacked out for a minute felt dizzy but after about 10 minutes I felt fine. Now, I have a dent in my head, and hurts ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Dent in the head due to injury need to be examined if it is small dent won't need any treatment if it is big need to consult your neuro surgeon. He will check for underlying brain concussion and plan for further treatment. Pl... | |
Have advanced cirrhosis in liver because of excessive drinking. Have fluid drain from abdomen. Why is that?
My father has been diagnosed with advanced cirrhosis of the liver from drinking too much. He just got out of the hospital today and is in rehab to build up strength and mobility before we send him to a rehab fac... | Hi Due to cirrhosis,your father developed portal hypertension. So,fluid will be accumulating in the abdomen. Even though,you remove it the fluid gets reaccumulated.It is natural for the disease. It may become better with shunt operations.But,he has to be fit for that major surgery. he should restrict salt,oily foods. G... | |
Q. Can unprotected sex with CSW cause HIV and STI's?
Hi doctor, I had an unprotected sex with a CSW before four months back. She gave me an oral sex, then we had vaginal sex without a condom. I had done HIV 1 and 2 antibody test (ELISA) and p24 antigen test on the 98th day after the exposure. Two weeks back (at the 15... | Hi. Your test for HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is conclusive (attachment removed to protect patient identity). If there is no further exposure other than that you mentioned, no more test for HIV screening is required. There is no specific category of rash through which diagnosis of HIV can be made. The only thing... | |
Would taking Fluticasone cause thickness under the skin?
Took a dose of Fluticasone Propionate and soon developed a thickening under my chin. How can I make this go away? I ve seen people who have taken Prednisone and their neck never looked the same again (my mom for one). I should have never listened to the doctor t... | Hello, Steroids can cause skin disorder like acne stare hairsutism skin thinning skin brusising, easier to bleed. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Muhammad Shahid, General & Family Physician | |
What causes pain and swelling in my hands?
I have been experiencing intermittent pain and swelling in my hands, wrists, ankles and toes. Currently, the swelling and pain is better, but my wrists are stiff and sore. Is this just age-related pain and discomfort? I feel like I m too young (43) to have this type of pain! | First, you are not too young. The peak of rheumatoid arthritis starting is younger than 40. Then, tehre are two large groups of arthritis, osteoarthritis and inflammatory arthritis. Osteoarthritis is wear and tear. as such it tends to be on the bing joints first and it certainly is not even on both sides.Rheumatoid is ... | |
Suggest treatment to increase size of penis
My son is now 20 he is sound in mind and health. However the size of my son's penis is only 2 Inches. What we need to do to increase his size of penis?When he was young boy at that time he had urine dropping problem. Last 2 years he has no complain about dropping.Would you p... | Dear, We understand your concernsI went through your details. Two inches of non-erect penis is more than enough. On erection your sons penis should be at least five inches, for sure. Five inches penis more than that of average size which is 4.5 inches. You can talk to your son regarding this. If he has any such complai... | |
Hi doc, my 72-year-old husband has been in kidney failure since 2 months. Since he is not a good candidate for a kidney transplant, has been advised to undergo regular dialysis. What is hemodialysis? What are the indications for dialysis? How is it done? Can hemodialysis be done at home? What are the potential complica... | Hemodialysis is a procedure in which a machine filters harmful waste and excess salt and fluid from your blood. Dialysis is indicated in patient with renal failure due various causes, pulmonary edema not responding to diuretics, poisoning, severe bleeding diathesis, ascitis without hepatic disease, infectious complicat... | |
Suggest treatment for sciatica pain and lower back pain
Can you please explain to me what " bilateral sclerotic changes on the iliac side of si joints" means?.. Also, could this be the cause of my extremely painful lower back pains and what feels like pain in my hips and pretty much constant sciatica pain?..Should I b... | HI, I understand your concern. Sclerotic changes consist of inflammation of sacroileac joint of pelvis which turns to fibrosis & finally the bones of the joint unite to form sclerosis of joint. The fused bones can exert pressure on sciatic nerve,leading to back ache/ sciatic pain.THr pressure on nerve roots at ... | |
Is pregnancy possible with damaged fallopian tubes?
I am 36 year old I have one girl baby 8 year old. She was premature baby in 8 months. After that we have tuberoclosis in stomach (WATER IN RIGHT) We take treatment of 9 months from DOTS and I recover. But we are trying to conceive second issue but not success. Then ... | yeah...u should go for ivf,as the tubes are damaged...send your hsg result ...your age is 36...you should not wait more... | |
Suggest laxatives for a toddler apart from laxoped kid powder
hello dr, my son is 2.4 years he his not passing motion properly, he his facing very difficulty while passing 4 to 5 days once..it is very hard.our doctor suggested laxoped kid powder for 10 days but he dosn t drink. for this situation any other surup can i... | In my opinion you can also give EVA Q syrup child pack. 2teaspoon bed time you can give . Along with this add an probiotic like ENTEROGERMINA SUSPENSION 5ML ONCE A DAY. | |
Huge hole on head due to scraped skin for mohs surgery. Suggested radiation for basal cell cancer removal. Radiation necessary?
i had mohs surgery 2 wks ago and they had to stop after 2 layers of skin scraped (on my forehead) I now have a HUGE HOLE in my head and was told to get radiation for the rest of the basal cel... | Hi and thanks for the query,Basal cell carcinoma is a very aggressive tumor, and care must be taken, and all options and possibilities drawn to the patients side, to avoid any spread or consequences of tumor spread. A clinical review by your doctor first to ascertain that other structures like the lungs, bone and liver... | |
What causes severe pain in the leg, knee and hip joint?
I have extreme leg, knee, hip joint and foot pain. It hurts to walk yet am not able to rest my legs - I walk 2-3 miles almost every day-often am completely exhausted and struggle staying awake.... sometimes feel feverish? Is it possible to have mono twice? Simila... | Hello Thank you for using healthcaremagic I read your question and understood your concern It looks like a sciatica pain, so you should check your back with MRI of the spine and consult neurologist to exclude this problem I wish you quick recovery Dr. Selmani | |
What does 25 MCG/ML white blood cell indicate?
Had recent blood work done for life insurance policy. They said I was very healthy, but I did have this number that concerns me. What does 25MCG/ML white blood cell count mean? It says it's high. .06 prot/creat was said to be normal. I'm a 51 year old female.Thank yo... | Hi,Thanks for asking.Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. Its 25000 / cmm WBC count. It is elevated to two times normal.2. The normal count is usually 4000-11000/cmm.3. Elevated count could be due to stress, bacterial or viral infection. Differential count of WBC and peripheral smear would be necessary for ... | |
Should an X-ray be taken for leg pain after an injury?
I was kicked by a very young colt (baby horse) in the shin about three months ago. It swelled, bruised heavily and there was a bleeding wound in the shape of a tiny hoof print. The scab is healing, the swelling is now minimal, but it still hurts upon the lightest ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. There might be some hair line fracture or most probably there might be some contusion or ligament injury. X-ray cannot detect soft tissue injuries or hairline fracture. So it is better to go for an MRI scan rather than X-ray.... | |
What is the treatment for distended stomach?
My nine year daughter often has a distended stomach. We have taken bread out of her diet which has helped but from time to time she is full of gas. She has been tested and is not a celiac. What other foods should we eliminate ? All suggestions welcome. | Hi.9 Year old usually have no such issues as celiac or so. It is possibly an infection of the intestines or lymph nodes or a problem like worms that cause this sort of a problem. Another possibility is of a problem with the large bowel, evacuation not being proper. Get investigated by a Pediatric Surgeon to get to the ... | |
Which blood test can detect EDS syndrome?
Hi i hv looking at several things online. I hv had 2 blood test in the last 6 months, my antibody count is not in range. No RA No Lupus. I seem to think I may have Ehlers Danlos Syn. My G-mother died at 32 heart my Dad at 50 with heart (1964) Would they have known about EDS th... | Hello..It is more likely that you have some form of connective tissue disease.I advise you to consult a physician for thorough clinical examination.If criteria matches for ehler dhanlos thendna analysis will be done for exact identification of disease.Hope my answer clears your doubt..if you have anymore queries I woul... | |
Does weakness in legs, tiredness and black stool indicate congestive heart failure?
My father in law is feeling ill. he is in his early 70's with heart problems. He says he just doesn't feel weel, didn't sleep last night but was VERY tired, legs are so weak he can't walk, and this morning had a black stool. Could h... | Hello Black stools indicates blood loss in stools which means he may be having low hemoglobin. Low hemoglobin leads to all his symptoms and also aggravates heart failure. So its important that he undergo stool blood testing, hemoglobin and consult a cardiologist if he is receiving aspirin or clopidogrel medicine in ord... | |
Suggest treatment for heart palpitations
Hi I am 17 years old, and recently my heart has been acting strange. For a few years now I would suddenly feel my heart pound very heavily sometimes to the point of where it makes me cough rather hard. But it would only happen say...once or twice a year if that. So I didnt pay ... | First of all, avoid or reduce stimulating substances (coffee, energy drink and similar). It's good to see a cardiologist and perform ECG and echo. | |
Suggest treatment for uncontrollable blood sugar levels
Hi Myself Zuber 4 Months back i was diagnosed for DiabeticMy age is 29HBA1c 8.4TriGly 580I am on medication Amryl M1 before lunchCetapin 500mg after dinnerStanlip Rosovel Statin 40 mgEcosprin 75mgMy last HBA1c was 5.7. However some time my PP sugar level rose to... | Mention your weight & height.Continue your medicines.Control your weight.Take fresh fruits & plenty of water.Avoid smoking,alcohol,coffee,cola,junk food.Exercise regularly.Normal blood sugar is less than 120mg fasting & less than 200 mg 2 hours after food.Normal HbA1c is less than 7 %.Triglyceride less than 150 mg.Cha... | |
Suggest remedy for persistent feeling of breathlessness
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...HI I am having feeling of breathlessness for the past 6 months. I took a Chest X-ray and the doctor said it was fine. Worse, these are sporadic and normally occur for a period of 1-2 ... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. In my opinion, we should first rule out bronchitis in your case. So consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).PFT will not only diagnose bronchitis but it will also tell you ... | |
How can pregnancy be prevented after unprotected intercourse?
Hello, i had my first sexual relationship 3 days ago and i took the day after tablet , on the day after. But from yesterday I can t eat anything and I also had a little of bleeding like 5 or 6 drops yesterday but not today. I m so worried about the chance o... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I can understand your concern. Usually for better results you have to take the emergency contraceptive pill as early as possible after unprotected intercourse. As you have taken after 24 hrs now you can expect around 75% of p... | |
Suggest treatment for diabetes and dizziness
Sir, Gud Morning. My mother has been suffering from Diabetics since 20 years or more. Her complications include:while walking she feels giddiness to the extent that she feels as if she is floating in the air, she feels without energy and vitality. Her sugar level remains at... | Hi,Thanks for your question.After going through your question, there is a need for evaluation in your mother's case.There may be following cases for her symptoms-1) Hyperglycemia:High blood sugar level may lead to hyperosmolar state that may interfere with normal brain function.2) Hypoglycemia:Transient Low blood sugar... | |
Taken Fexatenadie and Eumovate for itchy skin rash. Any suggestions?
For 5 weeks have had a skin rash (I thought might be heat bumps but we've had no heat).. GP gave me antihistimines (Prirton ) Did not work. Now on Fexatenadie hydrocholorde and eumovate (cannot see any improvemment). The Itchy rash/bumps usually a... | Hi,Take Levocetrizine if Fexofenadine is not working. The only permanent remedy for such an allergic reaction is to identify the allergen an get rid of the same.regards, | |
Suggest treatment for increasing hemoglobin count
hi this is nilima as my husband was having piles and his heamoglobin was 5 he was admitted 4 bottels of blood was given to him and piles operation was done his heamoglobin reach till 10 how 2 increase his heamoglobin after taking medicine his heamoglobin has not incr... | Hello and welcome to HCM,Blood loss from the piles is responsible for low hemoglobin levels.After treatment of piles, the chronic blood loss has got relived.I would suggest you to get a complete hemogram and peripheral blood examination to assess the status of red blood cells and /or type of anemia.After characterizing... | |
Suggest remedy for pain at the back of neck
ive been helpless and hopless since may and I always have a stiff neck its always there will it ever go away im on two meds clonazepam 1mg and mirtazapine of 15mg been taking them since july 21st 2014 what can I do to get rid of that pain at the back of my neck ?? | Here I suggest to take MRI of your neck as well if there is pain at back then for back also. And based on result talk to your doctor. If there is severe problem with cervical curve, disc, as well if its disturbing the nerves over there then the surgical correction will be needed. But if there is no such major issues th... | |
Suggest treatment for pain in the neck,shoulder and hip joint
i suffer with back neck r. shoulder and hip pain frome flipping a cement mixer,,,,is there a pain pill out its new,,,suppose to be stronger thsat vicodins,,,,,i take oxycodone and morphine but i cant tolerate the stomadh pain so im goin back to the dr again... | Hello, I have studied your case with diligence.As per your symptoms there is possibility of pain due to bad posture .analgesic and muscle relaxant will reduce pain.If not relieved then possibility of polyarthritis needs to be consideredRheumatoid arthritis may involve small joints and early morning stiffness in joints,... | |
My front one teeth is protruding, should I concerned with my dentist ?
My front one teeth is protruding, I want to get it fixed. I already had the fixtures done during my college days, but now it is prtoding again. why it happens like this. is there any procedure that I should be asking my dentist so that it does not ... | HELLO, after orthodontic treatment there are chances of relapse if a retention device is not used for a certain period of time.... go and visit ur orthodontist. take care..... | |
Is sternocleidomastoid causing chest and arm pain?
Hello, My name is Sm,mia and I have been smoking marijuana for the past 2 years. I just recently started getting pains on my chest and sometimes it travels like to my neck and head and onto my arms. I got an EKG done and it came out perfectly normal, so its not my h... | Respected user , HiWelcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query thoroughly .* This is not sternocleidomastoid related issue .* This is due to muscular twitches from the use of marijuana .Hope this makes it clear .Regards . | |
What causes chest pain,faster heart beat and arm pain?
I am Mei, I have experience this couple of days after eating a very short while, I feel my heart beat faster chest pain, back side of left arm pain. Seem short of breath. it last about half a n hour to one hour and gone. Specially at lunch time. What can I do? | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Your symptoms are seen after eating, so possibility of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more. But better to rule out heart diseases first, because all these symptoms are commonly seen in heart diseases. So first get done ecg, 2d echo... | |
Can a fall cause tingling and numbness in the legs?
My mom is 58 yrs of age, for the past 2 months she has been complaining of tingling and numbness associated with burning at times in her bilateral feet, left more than the right. Also, it seems that her left leg around the knee area is more swollen.(she recently suff... | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The symptoms of your mother seem to be related to peripheral neuropathy. I suggest to check the glycemic level to evaluate for diabetes. Meanwhile,I suggest giving her Gabapentin to relieve the symptoms. Hope my answer was helpful.If you have further querie... | |
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... | |
Suggest treatment for loose motion during teething
What is the cure of loose motions in babies during the time of teeth coming out ?my baby is of 11 month,her first teeth is coming out slowly slowly,but due to which she is having loose motion from last 15 days ,i hav given Entrogermina,sporlac powder , 21 (homoepathy ... | HI, having frequent stools during the teething period is common, as child will be getting some irritating sensation over gums resulting in placing fingers frequently in to the mouth.This will result in bugs in the hands going to the oral cavity and resulting in Loose stools. We advise to give plenty of fluids to avoid ... | |
What causes the ultrasound to diagnose as 17 weeks pregnancy when the actual is 19 weeks?
hi doctors my wife is running in 17 th week of pregnancy but today doctors have done her ultrasound and they said that its 19 th week but we are confirmed that its 17 th week .however all reports are normal. doctor said that ur ... | Hii think I have understood your concern.There are following possibilities-1] Wrong dates ( but you are confident of dates)2] Constitutionally large baby3] USG machine data variations4] Gestational Diabetes.I would like to know if the findings were same for USG at 6 to6 weeks or at 12 weeks gestation. It carries more i... | |
Suggest medication for lump in the middle of left back of neck
I am 22 years old, about 5'6", and weigh 120, no major health issues in my past, and rarely even get colds. About a week ago, I noticed there is a lump in the middle of the left side of the back my neck. For the past few weeks, I have been getting pretty b... | Hi, dear a- my opinionyou have sub acute on chronic tonsillitis with neck gland lymph adenitis with left eustachian salpingitis with its recurring blockage attacks.b- my adviseConsult ENT or Surgeon who would test it with antibiotics and needful drugs, after CBC ,CXR if need be.Hope and wish you to recover fast.Wellco... | |
How can an infected toe nail be treated
I have had a yeast infection for over a year after taking heavy duty antibiotics. Have taken diflucan for over a year. Stopped taking it 7 weeks ago, seems to have subsided but now my big toe is yellow & sore. Has it traveled there now? Would using fucidin cream on the nail help... | Hello,Infected toenail (yellow & sore) are indicating the infection of the toenail. It could be bacterial or fungal. A photo will help the best diagnosis.For the moment, I advise to:-Soak the toe nail in warm water with vinegar and soda bicarbonate.-Apply alternating warm and cold compresses several times during the da... | |
Nausea, low grade fever, discomfort below sternum since months. US of abdomen showed splenic artery torturous. Pancreatic cancer?
i have had ongoing nausea daily and low grade fevers daily for 5 months. discomfort below sternum. all blood tests normal, blood cultures normal, stool cultures normal, no autoimmune diseas... | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. Nausea, low grade fever, discomfort below sternum. Each and every test is normal including ultrasound of abdomen except tortuous splenic artery. Tortuous splenic artery may be a congenital ( since birth) defect.Your query is this mean pancreatic cancer? No , not at all. In ... | |
What causes twitching of thumb and left arm?
My left thump has been involuntary movement several time a day and it last about 30 seconds each time. I noticed last night that the twitching at the mid of my left arm too. All this happen for the last 2 day and the twitching still happen this morning. | Hello, It can happen after nerve contusion following sleeping in an abnormal posture and prolonged physical activities also. Generally it will settle by itself. If twitches persist you can consult a neurologist and get evaluated. A detailed evaluation is required including a nerve conduction study is required. Hope I h... | |
Mirena came out with heavy bleeding. Pain, discomfort and lightheadedness. What to do?
I had the Mirena iud placed on march 28,2013, it expelled on it's own april 27, 2013. It was encased in a large blood clot the size of a tennis ball. now I have nonestop heavy bleeding, I have gone through 5 pads in a 5 hour period ... | Hi, Thanks for the query. You once consult gynecologist and get examined to find out the possible cause for the bleeding. Take medicines to stop the bleeding first. The if there is any local cause for the bleeding let it be treated. If the bleeding was only due to hormonal imbalance, then you have to go for hormonal pi... | |
Will Sysron-N affect fetus?
Hi I am taking Sysron-N tablet from last 4 days. I took this tablet to delay my period. Currently I am not sure if I am pregnant. Can you please confirm If I am already pregnant, and from last 4 days I am taking this tablet. Will this tablet harm the baby/pregnancy. | Hello,Thanks for submitting your question here.You are on sysron N for 4 days while you are also suspecting you are pregnant.A pregnancy could only be detected after a missed period by doing a urine pregnancy test.Otherwise a hormone termed betahCG measurement could give you a clue for a possible pregnancy.An USG is un... | |
Benign tumour of pituatary gland, hot flashes, breast pain..Prolactin tests. Prescribed dostinex, cabergoline. Remedy?
i discover that i have a benign tumor of pituitary gland 4mm at 27 may 2012 the history start atlast summer july i feel by hot flashes and breast pain so i do my first prolactin {PRL} tests was at 15-... | Hi, you seem to have a secretory adenoma of pituitary (prolactinoma) and the treatment can be an endoscopic or otherwise transnasal surgery for this. The other option can be radiation and use of gamma knife to protect the optic nerve is recommended. The medicine you are taking is to keep your prolactin levels low. Reg... | |
Back pain, kidney infection, bruises on legs. Treatment?
I m an 18 yo female. I just got out of the hospital where I found out I had a severe kidney infection after going in for back pain . At this point I ve been out of the hospital for over a week (today marks 2 weeks since I went in). I feel fine, but I m discoveri... | Yes, U may developed a disorder of Ur blood clooting system. U need 2 get it checked. | |
Suggest treatment for symptoms of ADHD and stress
Hello, I have a 23 year old daughter that exhibits ADHD symptoms. When away from us i.e. university etc, she has abuse marijuana , alcohol , constantly lies to us and needs money. She is very intelligent and yes people go to her for help and yet she can't seem to score... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. If your daughter refuses to discontinue her course, please do not compel her. She is doing what her intellect says. Let her be happy and do it. You can ask her to consult a psychologist who can counsel her and teach her to cop with stressful situation and time... | |
Suggest treatment for having hypodensity in anterior periventricular area
Sir, my father (age 55yrs, height 175cm, weight 72kg) three times lost consciousness for few seconds.. We went to a physician and did the CT SCAN of brain.. In report we got that tiny hyodensity is seen in anterior periventricular area on both s... | Hello, I would explain that the lesions in the brain, could be related to brain ischemia. While the soft tissue in the middle ear cavity, needs to be further examined. For this reason, I recommend consulting with an ENT specialist. Regarding the episodes of loss of conscience, I would recommend performing an EEG and an... | |
What could cause stinging and inflammed scrotum with skin turning bright red?
Hi, I am a 70 year old male and for several months now have been suffering from stinging and inflamed scrotum which at times the skin turns a bright red colour, it is most uncomfortable. I would appreciate any advise.Many thanksI wish to wit... | Hi and thank you so much for this queryI am so sorry to hear about this inflamed scrotum. The symptoms suggest and infection. However, there are several different germ types that can cause this infection like fungal, bacteria, parasites, etc. It would be a great idea to get it examined so as to identify the exact cause... | |
What causes chest pain?
I am a marijuana smoker and recently I have just smoked. It isn't severe but I feel this pain in my lower chest area, right below my left rib. It has decreased over a span of time but it doesn't seem to be going away. I probably smoked about 2 hours ago. | hello, I need to know more about the symptoms, like precipitating factors, factors that increases pain etc. There are two possibilities in you, one is gastritis and second is due to smoking. Mostly it's a gastritis and reflux disease. Do you upper abdominal pain, nausea, bloating, burping, increase in pain on food, ... | |
Suggest treatment for severe cough
Hello Doctor, my name is Ashley, I'm 21, 5'4 and 119 lbs. I have had a hard time breathing and a nasty cough for the past 3 weeks now.. I feel like there is fluid in my lungs so I try to exhale with force to get it out and that will trigger my coughing.. but I can't breath well if I... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Since you are having allergies, possibility of allergic bronchitis is more. Bronchitis is inflammation of airways. Your all symptoms like coughing, phlegm, breathing difficulty etc are suggestive of bronchitis more. So better to consult pulmon... | |
Suggest treatment for anxiety and hand tremors
Hello Doc. I am 21 years old. Don t drink or smoke or take any drugs. I have a history of mono because of stress. I ve been having stomach aces and head aces. Yesterday I had the worst lower left stomach pain for a good 3 hours. I am constantly sleepy, though I get 7 or m... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Please take tablet Provanol post breakfast after consulting your physician for prescription and then let me know.Do relaxation therapy which will help reduce your stress and make you feel fresh.Hope I have answered your query. ... | |
Suggest treatment for twitching and spasms of cheek and lips
My dad - 67 yrs old, height 5 feet 8 inches, weighing 82 kgs- has HFS since 2 yrs, that started with right eye twitching and now involves spasms of the right cheek involving right side of the lips as well. The frequency of spasms is higher n the morning afte... | Hi, Botox is the safest and most effective treatment for hemifacial spasm. It is a simple outpatient procedure, and the effect lasts for 3-6 months. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sudhir Kumar, Neurologist | |
Suggest treatment for hair fall
Hi, I had taken the medicine for stopping the hair falll from Dr. Batra s regular for 1 year. I had stopped the same for last 6 month, but now my hair are started falling. What to do to stop the same. I am still using the sampoo being prescribed from the clinic. Please suggest... | hello, welcome i explain all about hair fall point wise 1. In male Androgenic alopecia is most common cause of hair fall. It is a hormonal and genetic.2. Poor nutrition, poor life style, poor sleep, stress and environment are the main cause of hair fall in female.3. Blood loss due to menstruation is also one important ... | |
What causes pain and breathing problem on the right side of rib cage?
I am trying to find out what organs are under the right side of the rib cage. I had surgery on the 17th of this month, shortly after that (approx. 36 hrs) II had difficulty breathing and pain on the right side of my rib cage. I went to the E.R. they... | Hello, First, we should know the type of surgery you got and the primary cause. Plus, should know if you have been prescribed antibiotics. From what you are reporting, the pain you feel under your right rib cage is from gas. It's common to get increased gas after surgery. Gas will cause bowels to distend, thus they wil... | |
Missed period
I am 19 years old and have been having unprotected sex with my two year boyfriend. We have been using the "pulling out method" I am not on birthcontrol. My period was suppose to arrive on the 7th & today is the 11th & I have still not had my period. I felt all my pms symptoms such as irritability and wha... | hello, pregnancy kits may give negative test now. better reoeat the test after 2 weeks. if you pregnant then consult a gynecologist for further action. | |
Pain on right side of stomach, burping, acidity, sharp shooting pain, restless at night. Due to appendix?
My 13 year old boy has had a constant pain on his right hand side of his stomach , is burping up acid every time he burps, sicks up acid in the morning and occassionally has about 3 sharp shooting pains a day and ... | Hi, your son needs an immediate consultation with a surgeon and a clinical check up . clinical check up and investigations as required to be done for proper diagnosis and right treatment . most probably your boy is suffering from severe gastritis with oesophagial reflux ,gerd[gastro oesophagial reflux disorder. clinica... | |
Does Xynovir help in treating HBsAg+ ?
25yrs/5 1/50kgs my problems is suffering hbsag+ last 12yrs. now i take xynovir( oral medcine) | hello, you have to to tests like hbe ag, hbv dna,liver function test (specially alt) if all these are positve then you need to continue antiviral therapy with regular monitoring of these indicators. if these came negative , then you need only follow up.so consult your doctor about it. take care. | |
What causes intermittent, pricking pain on low back area?
intermittent, sharp, pricking pain on the low back area (L>R), graded 6-8/10, aggravated by bending movements, and relieved by returning to the previous position, causing difficulty in prolonged walking ~30 mins is the complain of the patient after falling on h... | Hi,Welcome to healthcare magic.After going through your query I think you are suffering from lumbar disc prolapse.There are two options.First option is Rest in position of relief(generally lateral position with both knee bend),NUROKIND GOLD ONCE DAILY and analgesics (Diclofenac three times a day after meals is effecti... | |
What is the dosage of Fenzole and Sadibic 840 capsules?
I am not sure if I have the right spelling my father saw a kidney specialist yesterday and he has been give two medications and he said he will not take them as he does not know what they are for. First one spelling ? Fenzole one taust capsules 150mg & Sadibic 84... | HelloThank you for trusting HCMDear fenzole is a anti helmenthic medication not related to kidney. Sadibic is sodabicarbonate used in renal failure to reduce acidosis and osteoporosis. I think I answered to your question still have queries please feel free to ask.Take care. | |
Can callous cause knuckle pain and swelling?
I have had a callous on my right index and middle finger, the joint closest to the tip, in which i use nail clippers to remove the dead skin bout once a week or more but never to were i feel pain. My ? is why is it that i get joint knuckle pain and swelling associated with ... | Hello, As due to the callus at the tip of the finger, the tendons may be tight enough to change the biomechanics of the tendons and this might lead to knuckle pain. Doing hot water fermentation and simple passive assisted mobilization will help reduce the pain. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assi... | |
Does going to an altitude have an affect on occipital lobe cavernoma?
my daughter has a cavernoma in her occipital lobe. She had a fit when she was three, and I insisted her to have a MRI when she fainted twice, some months ago (she is now 21) because there are other 3 members of my family with cavernomas. Hers is syn... | Hello!Welcome on Healthcaremagic!I read carefully your question and understand your concern. You should know that there are not many studies, regarding the altitude and cavernoma. But, the differences in atmospheric pressure can lead to headaches and increased risk for bleeding or seizures. Anyway, as she fainted once,... | |
SUggest treatment for abdominal pain with homogeneous echotexture in liver
I am 38Y Male, USe OLMY H for BP, recently 1 week I am feeling pain in abdomen, got US done, Liver:increased echotexture, spleen echotexture, Prostate echotesture and Pancreas shows Homogeneous echotexture. Please let me the root cause and reme... | Hi.This is the first report in my life where the echo-texture of all the organs is increased. Get the ultrasonography repeated. and also go for the blood tests gor typhoid and related general diseases as advised by your Physician after a careful history taking and proper physical examination. | |
What causes nightmares with disturbed sleep?
i am 20 years old . my sleep is often disturbed by nightmares, which disturbs my daily life activities. I have dark circles around my eyes since I was 10 ,due to these nightmares. I feel it has increased now. I cant have a peaceful sleep and life .How can stop this? | Hi,I do understand you concern. Nightmares and disturbed sleep are symptoms that rise when one is having a life full of stress. Sometimes they go away when the person starts to live a social life, eats a regular diet and practice sports and walking which are very important. Churches and praying sometimes have helped a ... |
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