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Suggest remedy for hair fall problem
i am facing hair fall problem. hair has started falling from both sides in front of the forhead. at now i habe remain with very less amount of haur. not hair root can be easily visible when i stand infront of mirror. please guide me . i am very much concern about this. | hi there.1. your concern is androgenic alopecia.2. you can try morrf 5% , apply 20 drops once daily bed time for 3 consecutive months along with arcolane shampoo weekly twice.3. use only drinking water for scalp wash.4. after 3 months if visible results are noticed , then continue them as long as you wish.don't worry w... | |
What causes severe pain in upper back and shoulder blades during nights?
well, im not sure what it is but for about a month now and seems to maybe ease up or stop for a night or two then states again and last night has been worse, but i wake up throughout the nigh and i have really bad pain in my upper back, i guess y... | Hi,You probably have severe spasm of the rhomboids and trapezius muscles. Visit a physio for pain relief, strengthening exercises of the back and posture correction. Avoid long duration use of laptops, mobiles, TV and reading for long hours. | |
What causes lump on the armpit after changing the birth control pills?
I have recently changed birth control pills, and the one I have changed to has a lower dose of hormones. The second day of taking the new pill, I have noticed a lump in my armpit which is not painful, but quite worrisome. Should I be worried, or is... | Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.It looks that the development of the armpit swelling has nothing to do with changed pills.This may be due to a boil or a sebaceous cyst. If not symptomatic just wait and watch. Nothing to worry. | |
Suffer with severe anxiety and panic attacks during exams, spells of breathing difficulty, going through social withdrawal. How can I recover?
Hi I suffer for anxiety and panic attacks, the worst time was last year in my alevel exams and Ihad to go and see a psychaitrist about it. That helped alot and during the summe... | Hi, Welcome to HealthcareMagic Forum From your detailed descrition it is clear that you have symptoms of generalised anxiety disorder, panic attacks and social anxiety disorder. All these are types of anxiety disorder. Untreated cases lead to severe dysfunction in social/academic life and depression. I do not know if y... | |
Can pcr test be done on the first day of periods or other days also?
good evening sir ,a doctor detected a tb to my sister , and say to take test pcr , so i would like to know that pcr test require only first day mensturation blood or it can be tested on other days of mensturations. please reply me on YYYY@YYYY | Hello, Thnx to contact us. I understand your concern. If I am your doctor I advice you that it is preferable to give first day blood for Tuberculosis detection. But if your Menstrual bleeding is already started, you can give other day blood also. I will be happy to answer more of your concerns, kindly know me,Wish you ... | |
What tests should be done for chest pain and migraine during pregnancy?
Hi how are you I was wondering if I should be on restriction from working to many days and hours. Because I am 13 weeks pregnant and I've been having chest pains and migraine at work. I passed out last sunday. My regular doctor told me that I hav... | Hello, You can do an ultrasound of heart for the chest pain. And you also should check the blood pressure twice daily in mornings and afternoons to check blood pressure as possible headache cause. You can use Acetaminophen for a headache. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take ca... | |
What are the symptoms of herxing?
..my 12 year old boy is having what he calls hot flushes, he has been diagnosed with lyme disease. Is this a reaction to the antibiotics?? could it be something called herxing? | Helloi have gone through your question and understand your concern.Let me enlighten you in brief about Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction or what is commonly called as Herxing. It is basically an unavoidable reaction or immune response of body caused when treatment for disease is initiated due to death of disease causing path... | |
Which medicines help in conceiving?
hi i am 27 years old.i have pcos.i want 2 be pregnency last 5 month.but i have no pregnecy.i take metformin,bromocriptin,Mythyildopa,Alductone.i have high bp.my weight 82 kg. How can i reduce pco,prolectine,testosterone level?how can i pregnent.pls help me. Jisia bangladesh | Hello, Jisia.I am Dr Adil. Polycystic ovarian syndrome is not uncommon. My 3 female-relatives also have this disease. And i see many who visit gynecological clinic due to the similar problem.Yes, it is difficult to conceive with polycystic ovaries. This is because, polycystic ovaries often fail to release the egg, that... | |
Suggest treatment for cramping pain in the legs and hands
Hello - I have been experience cramping in my legs, feet and particularly in my hands - the cramping seems to have increased in frequency with each passing week - it is particularly annoying in my hands when I try to accomplish delicate tasks. I am 62 years old... | Hello, I have studied your case. Muscle cramps can be reduced byMassaging the cramped muscle with your hands or oilDrinking plenty of fluids to avoid dehydrationStretching your leg muscles or riding a stationary cycle.Taking diet rich in calcium and potassium or oral supplements of the sameCheck your vit B12 and Vit D ... | |
Suggest treatment for loss of RBC in children
Good Morning. I am calling from Baghdad, Iraq. Actually a known local Iraqi s young child of abt 5 years is suffering from loss red corposules in blood for the last one year or so. He is a very poor man and he is keen on getting his child treated at India. The child s bloo... | hi, welcome to this forum.Decrease in red blood cells in a 5 year old child can be due to nutritional anaemia, hemolytic anaemia, bone marrow suppression.You should do blood test like complete blood count with peripheral smear, bone marrow examination, hemoglobin electrophoresis.Bone marrow examination is mandatory and... | |
What causes severe infection which started from foot till my leg?
I have a friend in the hospital who had flu like symptoms i.e. throwing up and high fever for four days, went to the hospital, was admitted, severe infection which started in the foot and has begun traveling up the leg and is now just past the knee - IV... | Hi and thank you so much for this query.I am so sorry to hear about what your friend is going through. From the information you have provided, your friend probably has a bacterial infection of the soft tissues. The exact germ would need that sample be cultured and antibiotics adjusted accordingly. If this infection is ... | |
What causes stoppage in periods?
My name is Kayleigh. I m 24 years old, with signs of strong testosterone. My previous doctor thought I had Pcos. My periods dissapeared for almost a year, with only slight spotting or light pink discharge here and there. Recently I got sick with a cold and my abdomen started to hurt. I... | you do seem to have hormone imbalance causing irregular periods and absence of ovulation. you should get pelvic sonogram done to check on the ovaries to confirm diagnosis of PCO. in addition hormone levels of testosterone and DHEA need to be measured. | |
How can DMSO help treat joints pain?
Good evening Doctor, I m reading about DMSO and so interested to buy to help me with my joint pain and other pain that goes with aging. But my question is what should I buy, there s pharmaceutical grade, there/s 70%, there s topical. and are they safe? | Hello, Topical since it is not taken internally has lower toxicity. Mostly it is not tested in humans for most of what I see around. Pharmaceutical Grade MIGHT be safety tested. BUT, it is a powerful inhibitor of harmful inflammation that does NOT suppress useful immunity. It just didn't have a patent and so drug compa... | |
What is ovulation study?
hello sir,my name is ritu since long i am trying to conceive a baby.i have undergone hormonne assay test (estradiol,amh,fsh,lh,prolactin,t3,t4,torch profile,pcr kochs test). all the reports are normal.dr has suggested me to take capsule evionq 100 for 1 month and if i skip periods then take fe... | Hi Ritu,Thanks for writing to HCM.Let me answer your query step by step. Evion q is vitamin E which is given to improve egg quality in females . Fertocurd is ovulation inducing drug which help in normal maturation and growth of follicle.Ovulation study is you get serial ultrasound abdomen or through vagina from day 9 o... | |
Metastatic melanoma. Lymph node dissection done. Had RCC and have one kidney. Treatment?
what type of treatment would be offered to my 83 yr father who has metastatic melanoma, the primary site was on the upper, outer outer arm, lymp node disection done only one node involved but about ping pong ball size, now its ret... | Hi, most probably no treatment can be recommended, as he is of advanced age, the metastasis is in stage four, and the kidney left is also not functioning well. Radiation and chemotherapy he can't with stand. you have sort pain killers and antibiotics with less renal side effects should be sought for symptomatic treatm... | |
Why am I unable to walk after being operated for polio?
hi doctor, a surgeon in pakistan operated my polio affected flail foot. but it has been six months now and i am having problem in walking. He has strenghed it and it doesnot move even there is not much relexation , my ankle is very fixed like and there is no join... | Hello, Physiotherapy will be helpful. Consult a psychiatrist and he will direct you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Wishing you all the best. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Can a hiatal hernia heal completely?
Can a Hiatal Hernia go away- my husband has been diagnosed with a Hiatal hernia since he was 20 years old and looking thru his Military records( 1980 s) there is a 8 month period that they say it does not exist. He is now 52 and it is enlarged with shatzkis ring. | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forumIn Short: Any hernia will not heal itselfExplanation: If you have problem with hiatal hernia and schatzki's ring then visit a doctor for investigation. No hernia can heal by itself unless the causative factor is removed. So, during your 8 months they might have missed it may be... | |
Suggest treatment for yellowish eyes and raised bilirubin levels
I am 64yrs of age.On checking biot profile it was found that all other items in these tests were found in normal range except bilirubimin total (7.66), bilirubimin ind 3.61 and bilirubimin dir 4.05. I am monitoring these items for past 45 yrs and findin... | Hello Mr Singh,How are you? My name is Dr Suresh Raghavaiah. I am a specialist Liver and Pancreas Surgeon in Ludhiana, Punjab and I hope to answer your question today.I am sorry to hear about your symptoms. I understand that you are having chronic hyperbilirubinemia (Increased bilirubin) . It is surprising that you hav... | |
Q. I cannot digest dairy products. What treatment should I take?
Hi doctor, I cannot digest dairy products, oily foods and sweets. These all give me loose motion. What treatment should I take to combat it? My current medication is Normaxin 2.5 mg. In the past, I had Mahacef OZ, Nougat capsules and Ilaprazole during ag... | Hello. I have a few questions for you. Revert back with the answers to the above questions to an internal medicine physician online --> | |
How to recover from the Genu recurvatum?
what are the chances of getting Genu recurvatum all right. my one month old daughter is having this,her legs have been plastered for three weeks. Is surgery the best option? And at wat age we should go for surgery if the problem remains the same and not corrected by the current... | Genu recurvatum is a deformity in the knee joint, so that the knee bends backwards. In this deformity, excessive extension occurs in the tibiofemoral joint. The most important factors of knee stability include:Ligaments of the knee: The knee joint is stabilized by four main ligaments:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). T... | |
Is pregnancy possible while on birth control pill?
Hi! Respected Sir/Ma;am, Just i have query!!!! If i had unprotected sex, on the same night she is taking birth controll pill.... does this pill help to controll pregrant and do family planning. And!!! What it the Frequency for taking bill. Please help Regards, | birth control pills provide good contraception,if taken regularly..on time...from 5th day of period...every 24hrs u have to take your pill...u can have unprotected intercourse if u take pills regularly... | |
Suggest treatment for erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation
I've been with my boyfriend for 2 years we are both over 40. I have had 2 children and I'm his second girlfriend. I know he has masturbated alot. And the beginning of our relationship was fine and now he can't stay hard during sex nor could he ever... | Thanks for contacting HCM with your medical concerns and questions.You are concerned that your boyfriend is having problems with erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation. These are two common problems men face. This can be related to stress both positive and negative stress. If he is an anxious person then I reco... | |
What does pain in the upper back indicate?
For the last 7-10 days, I have had pain in the upper left portion of my back, like a pulled muscle. I keep taking Bayer Back and Body at night because I can't sleep unless I do. Then, about 4 days ago, the same area started itching; I thought it was dry skin from heating th... | HiThank you for asking HCMYour problem can be due to herpes zoster. If you send the picture of lesion then it will be more helpful. In such case applying acyclovir cream and taking antiviral drugs like valacyclovir will be helpful.Thanks | |
I have been pooping many times with headache. Kindly suggest
I have been pooping none stop with very bad back pain and a head ack aswell. I also feel like I'm going to trowup what should I do | How did all this start? How many times di you vomit? If the vomiting is not getting controlled go to ER and take medical help. | |
What causes elevated liver enzymes when taking ultram and celebrex?
I had anterior cervical fusion March 2012. This month I've had elevated liver enzymes . I have taken ultram and Celebrex off and on for the past 8 months. Could this be the cause of the elevation. My ultrasound is normal. I do not drink alcohol. My te... | Hello! Thanks for putting your query in HCM. I am Dr.Amit Jain (DM, Gastroenterologist). Among tablet ultram and celebrex, only celebrex can lead to increase in liver enzymes as it can cause hepatitis. So avoid that oneI hope I have answered your query. If you have any further query I will be happy to answer that too.... | |
Tingling in the arm and thumb when getting emotional. What is wrong?
Whenever I get upset (angry or emotional) especially at someone else I get a tingling sensation down my left arm into my thumb, the muscle pad below it and the pointer finger. These last a very short amount of time but may have 3 in total for each oc... | The tingling may be a nerve compression(median nerve).Consult a neurologist.U may need an MRI of cervical spine to rule out any disc herniation at levels C5 to T1 which may impinge upon the exiting nerve roots on the left side thereby making you get the symptoms on your left thumb and index.U need to have a nerve condu... | |
Suggest treatment for a heart disease
Case scenario: 55 year old man admitted to the unit with acute coronary syndrome. Tells me that he came into the hospital because of an episode of chest pain that he developed while out for a walk. He described his pain as a pressure sensation rated 7/10. Pain was retrosternal, n... | not an MI but stable angina he needs angiogram to see the extent of narrowing of coronary vessels and also go for 2D ECHO to see the ventricular function | |
What causes losing of erection immediately after stopping masturbation?
hi i am 25 year old..i got a problem...when i masturbate my penis remain erect as long as i masturbate and comes down soon after i pull back my hand,,even it cannot remain full erect for 1 second and quickly comes down...what can i do now to solve... | Hi,Nothing to worry, this is common and happens always after sex or masturbation.This is normal mechanism so it not bad effect of masturbation.Ok and take care. | |
How to get rid of redness and pain under tongue?
respected sir/madam, I am having redness and pain under my tongue and lower inner part of mouth whch lies Under the tongue. Also, pain in tongue-tie. When my lower tongue touches teeth, I feel pain on lower tongue. This happenned to me in 2008 as well and troubled me fo... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The redness and pain in the floor of the mouth could be because of the ulcer secondary to trauma by the teeth since you have tongue tie, the chances of trauma to the tongue is more. The other possible cause of redness and pain could be inflamed salivary gland duct o... | |
What causes hives all over the boday after taking clindamycin hcl capsules?
my son got a boil lanced 2 days ago and the doctor prescribed clindamycin hcl 150 mg capsules,yesterday his eye lids were puffy but today his whole body is covered by hives.he has skin allergies and slight asthma. could this be a bad reaction ... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,As your son was prescribed Clindamycin for boil, he has developed allergic reaction to this medicine. Most common side effects of this drug is sudden wheeziness, difficulty in breathing, swelling of eyelids, face or lips, rash or itching affecting the whole body.Thank you. | |
What treatment is suggested for metatarsal bone ingury?
Hi my 10 year old son broke his first metatarsal bone playing footy on the weekend. We were not satisfied with the doctor we saw and was just interested in your opinion. All he said to us was doesn t look like it needs a pin stay off it for two weeks. Nothing abo... | hi,thank-you for providing the brief history.Since there is a metatarsal injury it may need an x-ray since the mechanism of injury suggest one. Ass x-ray will help to understand if there is any hairline fracture. If the x-ray turns negative than it will be just a ligament sprain. Using a ankloid or ankle brace will be ... | |
How long will it take to recover from breathlessness?
I had a lung biopsy 6 days ago they let me go home and said I had pockets in the lung and to take it easy. Im still short breathed but they said it would take awhile to get over it, how long does it take?Im a 68 year old female and just found out I had breast canc... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. You are diagnosed case of breast and lung cancer. Biopsy in lung cancer can cause pneumothorax. And this might be the cause for you breathlessness. Other possible causes of breathlessness in lung cancer patient are 1. Bronchitis 2. Malignant P... | |
I had ovarian cancer long back and now i am having swollen lymph nodes. What does this indicate?
11yrs ago I had ovarian cancer. Had complete hysteric. Followed by 6 month chemo. Today I am told I have swollen lymph nodes With what appears to be growth on them located on the corresponding Side where the cancer was. Is... | yes it is possible to have cancer in the lymph node and hence required to do biopsy to confirm the same. | |
Suggest medication for swollen neck on the right side, tinnitus and night sweats
I have a swollen neck lymph node on the right side. Its close to my jugular / thyroid. Its been there for more then year. Iv lost a lot of weight and when i swallow most times I can feel it in my throat, but then goes away. I have a const... | Hi, To make a definite diagnose, you need to do FNAC of this swelling. Lymph node swellings can be due to underlying infection or obstructive reason too. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care. Regards, Dr. Tanmoy Roy, General & Family Physician | |
Done skin peel treatment for acne. Now recurring acne. Suggestions?
Hi, I m having oily skin and have lot of acne . 7 months back, I did skin peel treatment for 5 weeks and it was very quite successful. But recently i started getting acne back. I was asked to do shanas vegetable peel by my beautician. So, I did it 3 t... | hello thanks for posting your query. i can understand your concern. i recommend that you use a salicylic acid face wash twice a day. also its important to use creams to control the acne as maintenance after the peels, or else there is a recurrence of acne. Treatment of acne would be oral medication, creams and daily s... | |
Suggest treatment for vertigo , sore throat and headache
I had some vertigo issues last week, and then I developed a headache and sore throat. In addition, I had post nasal drip and nausea on Friday. My jaw started to become sore with pain in my teeth--first upper, then lower, and then back and forth. This morning, my... | Hello!Welcome on Healthcaremagic!Your symptoms could be related to a sinus infection. For this reason, I recommend consulting with your GP for a careful physical check up, a sinus X ray study and some blood lab tests (complete blood count, PCR, sedimentation rate). An antibiotic may be needed. Hope you will find this a... | |
What relieves the pain in the head after being hurt?
hi hpe wel i am exboxer and i got hit in the head alot of times last weds 5th of october 2011 and i am ok bt stil feel abit strange not feint its been a lng time since i been hit like that so could u advise my head feels like i had a hangover a but doesnt really hur... | Hello, As you are a player and having frequent injuries. If after having frequent hit at head you are feeling dizziness or lightheadedness then I shall advise you to have a CT of head and consult to your physician to rule out head injury. Till then you should avoid excessive strain and do rest. Take care. Hope I have a... | |
What causes lower back pain?
I have been having on and off pains in my lower right back, I am assuming it's my Kidney. I started having these pains 2 days ago, I drank some beers the night before these pains started happening. I haven't had any pain or burning while I pee, and haven't had any pains anywhere else. I am... | These medications which you are taking does not seems to causing it. It looks like a back sprain. Have you lifted heavy weight or sudden bend. Renal pain can occur without burning in urine. My advice to you is that you should drink lots of water and fruit juice. Also if pain persist get ultrasound and x rays of ba... | |
What causes pressure on the abdominal area with overweight?
I have been about 50 pounds overweight for years, but recently when I lay back on the exercise ball to do my ab crunches, I can feel a "ridge" like a mountain range running up and down inside my abdomen area. It seems to be growing and has started to push ou... | HI.Thanks for your query.Nice explanation to make a diagnosis on clinical history alone. This looks to be a Hernia as it rises on increases intra-abdominal pressure. If the ridge is too long this can be due to divarication ( separation) of the recti muscles from each other - this is also as bad as a hernia.No this may ... | |
Is bronchitis associated with cold sweats, heaviness around heart?
Hello, My husband has had bronchitis for four weeks, he has had three different prescriptions and strong puffers. Any exsertion causes him to break out in very wet cold sweats. He has not coughed up any phelm in the four weeks and does not seem any bet... | Hey thereWell this kind of symptoms due to coughing mostly.which ultimately leads to this situation.When it will corrected symptoms will go off.Rest you can get done EKG to rule out cardiac cause. | |
What causes brown vaginal spotting during 4 weeks of pregnancy?
Hi. I m about 4 weeks pregnant and I began spotting this morning a dark brown with occasional gummy/stretchy tissue of the same color. I have not experienced cramping. I have had two previous miscarriages this past year that both were accompanied by stron... | Hallow Dear, I am indeed sorry to note that you are having brown bleeding in the early pregnancy. Usually brown bleeding, which is old bleeding, denotes the risk to the baby. Most of the time, such bleeding starts after the baby has become non-viable (missed abortion). Ultrasonography will give you information about t... | |
Suggest remedy for blisters on butt cheeks due to staph infection
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I had a staph infection on my left but cheek found out i was allergic to the antibiotics. so I have the cream for the staph infection now the first out break is healed now I... | Hi,From history it seems that you have to go for one course of antibiotic for 5-7 days.All antibiotic medicines may not allergic to you.Some antibiotic are safe and does not give you reaction.Consult your doctor and he will go for antibiotic medicine which generally safe.Ok and take care. | |
Chronic rash, itching in groin area, upper arms, waist, chest. History of ITP. Medical attention required?
My husband has a chronic rash and itching. He s been to 4 dermatologists who treat it with creames that work for a few days and then the itching and rash starts again. It first started in the groin area and was t... | Hi,Thanks for writing to us.from the description it seems either he could be having fungal infection known as tinea or eczema. The treatment in both these conditions vary. Tinea requires antifungal treatment while eczema requires steroid creams and emollients.It is better to consult a qualified dermatologist to get the... | |
Is chest pain normal after breast removal surgery due to cancer?
I had both breast removed last year due to breast cancer on the right side. I am now getting a sharp pain that comes and goes on the right side in my chest . Is this normal. The pain is very sharp and repeats itself for a couple of minutes at a time, the... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.There are many nerves under the skin in the chest and breast region. Irritation of any such nerve can cause sharp frequent low intensity pains in the region which repeat at short intervals. The nerves also supply underlying muscles in the area. Please take careful note of how and when the pain ... | |
Q. Is it advisable to take Lorazepam during pregnancy?
Hello doctor, Just two days ago I found out I was about 1-2 weeks pregnant. And it has been about 4 1/2 weeks since my last menstrual period. Unfortunately with labor day being this weekend I have been unable to see my regular OBGYN. But I did go to the ER to conf... | Hello. Well in your case, as you said rightly Lorazepam is category D drug and not advisable. Ideally we advise avoidance of this medicine during and even before till 12 weeks pregnancy to avoid congenital malformations. You have tried leaving/ reducing it, but your withdrawal have been strong and you are finding it di... | |
How to relieve pressure in ears after having flu shot during pregnancy?
Got a flu shot yesterday at first OB visit (8 wks pregnant). Within 3-4 hrs of vaccination ears feel completely stopped up and I am unable to relieve the pressure by tilting my head and gently blowing. Driving me nuts! No other cold or allergy sym... | HI, Thanks for the query. I understand your concern. If there is no fever / cold signs, cough .. You can try- - Vapor inhalation - Press both palms on ear openings while your cheek are inflated . wait for few seconds . Deflate the cheeks & gently pull palms from ear. * The exercise is contraindicated... | |
What causes bruise and soreness in the hand after placing IV?
I had a CT with contrast on thurs...after 5 attempts of placing IV they chose to use the inside of my wrist....the vein has continued to protrude and is bruised all around it...where the vein is raised through the bruise its a different color ( lighter)...a... | dear userthse symptoms of bruise and soreness of hand after iv administration refer to bacterial infection at the insertion site of ivintravenous needle or cannula penetrate the skin and should be sterile and also your skin should be prepared with antiseptic as alcohol before administration ....this is whaat is called ... | |
Why lungs are paining while deep breathing?
hello, i am 20 years old, and the following happens sometimes and suddenly: its seems like my lungs hurt the harder i breathe in. As if my lungs lost their elasticity.It stops on its own and it hurts less if my back is curved...What could it be? thank you | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. Possibility of bronchitis is more in your case. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). If PFT is normal than no need to worry lung related ca... | |
Suggest remedy for hairloss
Hi, I have been suffering from hair loss very badly for the last 3 months. Doctor has prescribed me pretihair multivitamin tablet and Morr 2% solution. Kindly advice whether i should proceed with the prescription as i am very confused about Morr 2% solution and its side effects. | Hi,Probably you may be having telogen effluvium.. It may be due to some cause. Most common cause is psychological upsets like anxiety,worries,tension or depression. Other causes may be thyroid dysfunction, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, anaemia, other internal diseases,drugs..etc. Normal hair fall in adult may be 10... | |
Can being a teetotaller keep the remaining portion of the liver healthy?
Hi, I have taken alchol over 35 years allthough have stopped for about 18 monthsin 2008 my Gamma Gt was 1200. In a routine Diabetic blood check the GT was 400, platlets 60. My GP has told me i must not have 1drink if I want to live. I play golf 3... | Hi welcome to health care magic.... You are having bile duct injury so release of enzymes and there is high level of GGT... There might be chronic liver disease associated as drinking since long time... Investigate with serum albumin, PT, USG for rule out cirrhosis.... Avoid alcohol as it is toxic to liver and bile c... | |
Why is my heart fluttering when I lie down?
some nights when lieing in bed i feel as if my hart is fluttering and all of sudden i get a strange blood rush all over my body and if i get up i will be fine but if i stay lieing it will keep happening what could it be. also i was told i had vertigo last year but to me it f... | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!I understand your concern and would explain that your symptoms seem to be caused by anxiety. Anyway, I would recommend consulting with your doctor for a routine check up: - a resting ECG- a chest X ray study- thyroid hormone levels for thyroid dysfunction- complete blood co... | |
How can I increase my motility rate ?
I have tested my sperm and i came to know that the motility is less, pls suggest me some foods to increase my motility. i am married, i do have sex everyday, my food habbits are like a normal case, i am basically from tamilnadu,so regular veg and non veg foods is my intake, i dont... | Send me your semen analysis report if possible. Diet has no role with motility of sperm.That is better to avoid smoking and drinks.Most of the drugs also do not have any role to improve motility. But if there is any cause like varicocele or any other pathology, it can be corrected to improve motility. | |
Suggest treatment for grey stools and fatty liver
I have had diarrea for three days and now my stools are grey. I haven't traveled anywhere lately. I do clean up the dog poop. I had my gall bladder out six years ago and I have a non-alcoholic fatty liver. I am athletic but considered to be obese.Do I need to see a dr... | Hi thanks for contacting HCM.Noted you have non alcoholic fatty liver disease. you are obese as per your history...So here you need is life style modification for treating fatty liver.Take ursodeoxycholic acid syrup or tablet.It will help in dissolving cholesterol in bile.Here you have to take low fat diet .With use of... | |
How can allergic rashes on the body be treated?
I am taking cetirizine for allergy and hives 10mg tab and hydroxyzine hcl 25mg tab for allergies and hives.I AM NOW BEGINNING TO BREAK OUT IN WHELPS ON MY BACK AND OTHER PARTS OF MY BODY THAT ARE RED AND QUITE VISIBLE AND THEY ITCH AND ARE VERY IRRITABLE PLEASE ADVISE. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.I think at this point you should consult your doctor for a prednisone injection and maybe adrenaline injection too to improve situation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What are the symptoms of psoriasis?
Hi , about like 3 weeks ago I shaved the inside of my thighs and ever since I have this really bad rash that s painful and my skin is swollen and dry around there and my thighs keep leaking this fluid it , I been putting A&D ointment on it ? I don t know what to do ? & I don t wanna... | Hello,Welcome to healthcare magic.From your description, you do not seem to be having psoriasis.It sounds more like an infective etiology which could be furuncles or an abscess. zyou need to take a course of antibiotics like amoxicillin or cephalexin. You could also try hot compressess for symptomatic relief. Psoriasis... | |
Should i take morning after pill after having unprotected sex?
I had a break from my cerazette pill over christmas to see if i would get my period back, but I didn't so i started again. I took my pill for 4 days and then had unprotected sex,( I do not know my cycle as I don't have periods) was i safe or should i get t... | Hello,Thanks for letting us know your health concern. In the current scenario, your chances of failure are very remote since you have been on oral contraception almost continuously. However, if you have taken a long break before you started the fresh course of pills, you need additional protection in this cycle. Then y... | |
Are there any side effects of using electric toothbrush?
I just brush my teeth and I felt tiny things in between my teeth and when I look at it after running my fingers through the front bottom of my mouth it's a thin white layer of skin...I used a whitening toothpaste with my electric toothbrush...why is this happeni... | Thanks for using Health Care Magic.Read your query.On reading your symptoms ,we can deduce that you have applied excessive force while brushing and have brushed your gum areas which has caused the wear and tear of the gums.I would advice you to do salt water gargling or an antiseptic mouthwash gargling. Do not apply to... | |
Q. I have a small pimple in the anal area, which itches sometimes. Is it piles?
I have a small pimple or swelling in anal area where stools are passing from last one week which is not painful and there is no problem with bowel movement. Its having an itching sometimes.. it is piles or any related disease. It just had ... | Hello Dear. I welcome you to icliniq. This seem to be a perianal boil. The boil is a pus containing hair follicle. Hair are the stalk and follicles are the trunk of the hair. The follicle can get infected and cause enlarged painful swelling called as boil. It is not communicating to your bowel thats why you dont have p... | |
Q. Why have I been asked to get dual marker and various other tests during second pregnancy?
Hello doctor, I am 12 weeks pregnant. My age is 38. My doctor prescribed dual marker test. My PAPP-A report is 1.88 mIU/ml, while FB-hCG is 28.2 ng/ml. NT is 0.90 mm (.65 MoM). Biochem risk +NT is 1:4730, age risk 1:189, triso... | Hi. Heartiest congratulations for your second pregnancy. Well, there is a generalized increased risk with increased age of mother. You are above 35 years, so considering it as an elderly pregnancy, increased surveillance for congenital or chromosomal abnormalities in the baby are mandatory. These tests are nowadays rou... | |
What causes shortness of breath while on Amlodipine?
I recently started 5mg of amlodipine for Htn. I am on my feet all day @ work; I am an Rn. Increased SOB on exertion on med and mild swelling to BLLE. Can this also cause weight gain if retaining mild fluid to lower extr. ? Also, any other class you would recommend w... | Hi,In your case, if you have developed edemas on amlodipine and don''t feel well, ACE inhibitors can be the option. If you are overweight diuretics also can have favorable effect, the other option is the combination of small dose ACE inhibitor and diuretic. This combination usually has perfect results.Hope I could help... | |
What causes excessive wheezing while treating dry cough?
Recently, my dry couph has developed a wheezing sound. Is this something to be concerned about??? I am currently visiting in AZ, but I live in No. MN. Age is 79, Normally, the couph disappears in the dry air here in AZ however, not this year. It s bothersome! | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. * The wheezing is due to bronchi spasm from atmospheric changes. * I recommend additional intake of bronchodilator and steroid medications after clinical examination. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assi... | |
What could sudden fuzziness in eyes followed by unconsciousness suggest?
My 16 year old daughter stood up to give me a hug when I left for work tonight. As she hugged me she said that her eyes were fuzzy then she fainted. She came to in about 10-15 seconds and did not know what happened. She states she is still dizzy.... | Thank you for asking Healthcare majic. My name is Dr Ehsan Ullah & I have gone through your query.As the age of your daughter is young no need to worry much..it might be due to postural hypotension..get her good diet and plebty of fluids.Also sound sleep.she will be hopefully all right.Hope this may help you. Let me kn... | |
TTC. No help from feryl 50 mg tablets. Continue medication?
hi doctor , my age is 28 my i have one daughter 3 years but now we are trying to next child but form one year its not possible , so we consult doctor and he suggest feryl 50 mg from periods 2 nd to 6 days last month try this medicine but not successful so p... | HelloThanks for your query.Fertyl is clomiphene citrate.It is given to women with difficulties in menstruation and difficulty in ovulation due to hormonal imbalance, polycystic ovaries etc.Almost 80 % of women ovulate spontaneously in response to fertyl, and 2 - 3 cycles of clomiphene citrate can be tried before going ... | |
How to stop male pattern balding?
Hi, i am chinmay. age 26. wt 72. and working with a software industry. I have a problem of hair loss+dandruff. now a days this male balding pattern is also proceeding from front to center. I have tried many things such as many medicines. I apply aloevera to hair every alternate days b... | Hello. Thank you for writing to us at healthcaremagicAndrogenetic alopecia Or male pattern baldness is fairly common in males. The tendency to it is inherited.In Androgenetic Alopecia, there is thinning from the frontal and vertex part of the scalp associated with gradually receding anterior hair line.This is also asso... | |
What causes burning sensation in penis before urination?
Hello,I went to pee on Sunday,when I held my penis to stop the urine coming out I got a sharp burning sensation,this went away as soon as I started urinating.i has been like this everything I hold my penis before letting the urine out.Why is this happening?Peter | HelloThanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have pain in your penis before passing urine.This is most likely to be due to inflammation of urethra(Urethritis).Please get your routine urine test and urine culture done to find out the organisms causing this infection and antibiot... | |
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 --> | |
What caused severe abdominal pain?
Dear Doctor I had severe pain in upper abdomen twice in a month and was hospitalized for it.I had my gall bladder removed in 2004 and b duct channelized after one month.My present SGOT 73,SGPT 217,ALKALINE PHOSPHATE 160 AND GAMMA GT 309U/L.I have lost weight around 7-8 kg from last 6... | Hi.Since your Liver function tests are increased you need to undergo MRCP- this will help us more towards a proper diagnosis and it is possible that you may need ERCP to have an additions diagnosis and therapeutic too in the for of Sphincterotomy and stenting if need be arisen.You also have to continue hepato-protectiv... | |
Suggest treatment for persistent right sided abdominal pain
I am having extreme abdominal pain on the right side. I have had this for serveral months now. I have had a ct scan and am scheduled for a colonoscopy in two weeks....my doctor will do nothing about my pain and I think it is a hernia or complications from the... | is the pain directly below the operation site?are you male or femaledo you get fever with pain?nausea?constipation or diarrhea?burning feeling when you urinateis the pain more on the front side or on the back? | |
What does a lump at back of the knee indicate?
I have a lump at the back of my knee just below the bend it is about half the size of a golf ball. It is not tender but feels tight when I extend my leg. I had an injection in my knee about a week and a half ago I noticed the lump about a week after the Syndise1 injecti... | HiWelcome to hcmIt is mostly baker cyst which originate from knee joint. It is not related to injection. It is not serious problem but it's treatment is surgery by it's excision. Regards | |
What are the sign and symptoms of rabies infection?
hi doctor. i m 22 year old, my height is 5'10..few months back a strayed dog jumped on my leg and made a scratch and it even bleeded...and few months prior to this incident i had completed with my rabies injection coz of a dog bite..can u plz tell me do i need to wor... | Thank you for asking on HCM!The early symptoms of rabies include weakness, fever, and headaches. Classic symptoms of rabies are anxiety and confusion, hallucinations, hypersalivation, hydrophobia (fear and avoidance of water) difficulty swallowing. Paralytic rabies happens approximately 20% of cases.You shouldn't be wo... | |
What causes knee pain?
Hi, what is the name of the muscle/tendon/ligament/structure that is very thin on either side behind the knee. You can feel it. I have pain there and felt it pull a few weeks ago. Now I also have pain in front of the knee but this was the start of it so I m wondering what it is. | HiWelcome to healthcaremagicI have gone through your query and understand your concern.These structures are called hamstrings. These are semitendinosus and semimembranosus. For pain you can take analgesic such as ibuprofen. Vitamin B and C help in recovery. For details about injury you can get MRI of knee joints. You c... | |
What is the lump on the edge of the anus?
I have a pea sized lump on the edge of my anus at the bottom close to my testicles. It's a bit sore if I squeeze it but only like a 3 on a scale of 1-10 with 10 being the most painful. I just noticed it and I haven't had any problems going to the bathroom I just noticed the te... | Hi,This is likely to be a simple skin tag. These do not usually need any treatment. However, if it is giving you problems, it can be surgically removed. Regards,Dr K A Pottinger | |
What causes chest pain?
hi, I m 24 years old (just turned) and have had really bad chest pain for the past 2 months. I was really sick for about a month and a bit prior to and coughing heaps. thinking it could be a sprained rib or something but do they normally heal after a month or so? I am asthmatic and smoke on ave... | Hellowelcome to hcmknowing that you are suffering from bronchial asthma and still you smoke 15 cigarettes a day is REALLY BAD...smoking is the biggest and most dreadfull to asthma and you are exaggerating your already declined lung functions by smoking...first and foremost quit smoking as soon as possible if you want t... | |
Suggest treatment for rota virus infection
My son was just discharged from 3 days in the hospital for rota virus and C Diff.He was treated for the rota virus,c diff and dehydration,and was treated with Flagyl.The only thing that the doctor told me was that he could not be around anyone who is on antibiotics or who has... | the rota virus is contagious for 10-12 days after the symptoms begin, so yes you can send him back to school | |
Terminated pregnancy. Taken depo shot just before finding pregnancy. Will abortion effect depo shot taken?
Hello, I received the depo shot on August 27th. Shortly after receiving the shot I found out I was pregnant. I believe I got pregnant right before receiving the shot. I decided to terminate the pregnancy and did ... | Hi and thanks for the query,I suggest you get a review form a doctor. Getting a shot of your depo at this point in time is the best idea. It is important to know how your system reacts to the depo. You might discuss other contraception options with your doctor. Wishing you the best of health. Kind regards. Feel free as... | |
Cough, wheezing post early morning jogging, not allergy prone. Taking maxiflo rotor-caps inhaler. Cause?
Hi, I recently started jogging early in the morning and have since been suffering from coughing and weezing. I have no history of any known allergies and have never smoked or been admitted to a hospital. I have sta... | allergic cough due to some medicine or taking of /inhaling of allergen you take tablet montelucast 10 mgm twice a day tab fexofenadine 120 mgm daily cap omeperazole 20 mgm empty stomach and syp tossex 1 tsf at night with warm water for 2 weeks | |
What causes hard mass eating through the jaw and spreading?
my husband has a hard mass in the jaw he is going for a biopsy this monday took a cat scan today showed the mass and no jaw bone of were it is as it has attached itself to the bone and ate its way through and is now spreading what could it be we are very scar... | Hello,The biopsy will disclose the pathology and give you a diagnosis. You will have to meet with your surgeon to discuss options. Evidence of bone loss indicates a lesion such as a tumor or cyst. Usually a surgical removal will be required with additional treatment dependent on the pathology. It can be benign or malig... | |
Q. Why is there pain from breast bone to shoulder and down the arm?
Hello doctor, I am having a pain that goes from my breast bone under my left breast up to my left shoulder and down my arm. It is a dull consistent pain but sometimes becomes sharp. I am a six time MI patient and have had two light strokes. I had a si... | Hello. Your symptoms could be related to myocardial ischemia. Musculoskeletal pain cannot be excluded either. Coming to this point, I would recommend going to the ER (emergency room) for a careful physical examination and some tests as follows: A Dobutamine stress echocardiography may be needed. For more information co... | |
Q. Please suggest yoga asanas that would improve blood flow to testicles.
Hi doctor, Please suggest me the yoga names to improve blood flow to the testicles. I have weak erections, watery semen, and loss of libido. I am taking Pantogem DSR for indigestion and Stalopam plus for stress. My local doctor prescribed these ... | Hello. Continue with the prescribed medication. Along with that meditation, exercises, and yoga can help improve your condition. Deep breathing, inhalation through nose and exhalation through the mouth, improves blood circulation. Suryanamaskar is the most efficient form of yoga that can be used for all conditions. Mor... | |
Have tummy pain, cramps and bloating. Unable to eat. History of fibroid and cancer in family. Suggestions?
I am 36years old and for the last three months been suffering in silent I have very bad tummy pain all the time upper and lower, craps all the time and forever bloated I can't eat as I feel sick and a little I do... | hello thereyou should see your GP and have an ultrasound get done. Fibroid is not something to be weired of. however your symptoms are not associated with fibroids.i would have helped you more if you tell me your bowel habbits. you need an ultrasound abdomen and Hpylorie screening. if all tests turns out normal ir will... | |
History of stomach operation. Done chemotherapy for stage 4 cancer. Now swollen stomach, green vomit, urine problem. What to do?
Dear Sir, My father got operated last year for stomach . We found he is suffering for stage 4 cancer .then we have gone for camo. of six cycles. Since from Last week his stomach has got swel... | Hi, There may be some obstruction in G-I tract. Problem in urination is unrelated to the original disease. The diagnosis should be made right now. Baseline blood parameter , serum electrolytes, abdominal imaging will be the investigation of choice. Depending on these investigations your doctor will select the appropria... | |
What medication is suggested for lung pain?
I seem to have lung pain that won t fully go away. I ve had no issues in the past, just this year. Also note that the 2 areas I ve been in this year many people have had breathing problems only this year. I ve had it off and on since April, but worse when allergies are all r... | Hello! It seems to be an allergic response at your lungs that is causing your problem . Most likely you seem to have Bronchial Asthma in which the chest feels tight as a result of the airways temporarily getting narrowed. This attack happens whenever there is exposure to some allergen / cold/dust . I feel it's the fee... | |
What is the treatment for itchy scrotum?
I have an 18 month old who all of a sudden started scratching his scrotum, non stop. I have looked at it and it seems to have some bumps on them. What could be causing this? And how do I go about getting the itch relieved? I have taken off his diaper and have him in loose short... | Hello,You can take antihistamine like cetirizine for itching. You can also apply topical anti-fungals like clotrimazole after cleaning with soap and water. If symptoms persist better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shina... | |
What could calcification on the lung be?
I have been sick with bronchitis and sinus infection for about 3 weeks. On my second set of antibiotics and now taking prednisone. I do have asthma. Went back to my allergy asthma specialist yesterday, and they sent me for a chest x-ray. They called me with the results today sa... | Thanks for your question on HCM.Calcification in the lung suggest healed lesion. Calcification on chest x ray can be seen in1 old TB2. Old pneumonia. 3. pulmonary contusions etc.In lung tissue once TB or pneumonia or anything occurs, tissue reacts against it and produce healing. This healing can be seen as either fibro... | |
What could cause on and off pain under right side of ribs going towards back?
I have been having pain for a few days now under the right side of my ribs and it goes to my back. All my blood work came back normal and my urine sample came back normal. I don t have a fever and I haven t been throwing up. I had pancreatit... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Since all your reports are normal, no need to worry for major disease. Possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more in your case. So better to follow these steps for symptomatic relief. 1. Avoid heavyweight lifting. 2. Avoid strenuous exercise... | |
Suggest treatment for severe left abdominal pain
I have just started feeling a sharp pain in my lower left abdominal area, just above the beltline. The pain was first noticed yesterday and today it is becoming more severe. I had bowel movements both yesterday and today. I sit at a desk all day and the pain is more not... | HiI appreciate your concernLooking at your history this could be gastritis due to stomach hyperacidityin my opinion you should take tab pantoprazole 40mg with antacids containing oxetacainehave plenty of fluids and fresh fruitsavoid fatty spicy and junk foodavoid excessive stress and worry remain cheerfulgo for exercis... | |
What causes loud heart murmur?
1. A 14-year-old girl undergoing a physical examination prior to being admitted to summer camp was found to have a loud heart diastolic murmur at the second intercostal space to the left side of the sternum. Explain the reason for the loud heart murmur associated with this girl’s con... | diastolic murmur will be present in mitral stenosis and tricuspid stenosis patient. investigations relevant to heart like 2D echo to rule out the causes | |
Burned the inside of mouth after using Optic White for whitening. Suggestions?
Hello!, Perhaps with my question I will need a dentist or can you answer my questions regardless? I recently used a mouth rinse (Optic White for whitening) and I came across a feeling as if burning from eating a lot of salt and when I rinse... | Dear friend. Thanks for sharing your concern. your symptoms suggest that you have developed an allergic reaction upon exposure to your present mouth rinse. it is advised to discontinue its usage temporarily,so that the symptoms get relieved. nothing to worry about it,just wait for a week and see if there is any improve... | |
Can u help me know why i lose my sperm even watching movie?
i am loosing my sperms every day and i want some help its may be because of masturbation... but now when ever i go for even to watch a movie then also i loose my sperms. I am also loosing my hardness ... can you help me out then please let me know as soon as ... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. There is nothing called "loosing sperms". You are misunderstanding or lack proper knowledge. You don't have to worry in this aspect. Sperm is produced whenever you are sexually aroused. thus produced sperm is stored within your body and then the sperm is a was... | |
Suggest treatment for back pain while having osteoarthritis
I am 27 and have osteoarthritis. I clean houses, bartend and am a nail tech, all of which are hard on my back. I did physical therapy, which didn't work. I went to pain management and the doctor prescribed me Lidoderm patches. My back hurt worse after using t... | Hi,Welcome to healthcare magic.After going through your query I think You are suffering from chronic backache with osteoarthritis.Rest in position of relief, Cartisafe D once daily,NUROKIND GOLD ONCE DAILY and analgesics (DICLOFENAC 100 MG SLOW RELEASE TABLETS) give relief. Sometimes vitamin D deficiency can aggravate... | |
Q. My baby's bilirubin levels are above 21. Is he at risk for cerebral palsy?
Hello doctor,I was recently blessed with a baby boy. This week, I just took him to the hospital to check if he had jaundice, as he seemed too sleepy and the bilirubin levels came to 21.80 on the eighth day. I do not know at which rate the le... | Hello doctor. I understand the situation you are going through. For more information consult a child health specialist online --> | |
Why there is a deformed bump on the injury of my knee?
I fell real hard and hit an object on the ground with my knee, just below it. I cut that area open because of the hard impact, almost like an indention. That part is almost healed, but now a huge awkward bump remains. Should I see a doctor for that bump, it almost... | Hi, happy to help you on your health concern!In the present case of post injury complicated/unhealthy wound healing and a resultant lump, if I were your consulting physician, I would consider following facts:1. As per your description, ithere is also some injury to underlying bone also! this needs x-ray for confirmatio... | |
What causes painful lump starting around anus and spreading towards scrotum?
Hello, i am writing because last week i could feel a bulge/lump starting around my anus and spreading towards my scrotum it was 3 inches long, through the next 2 days it got wider and felt much harder to the touch, it got so painful that it w... | HI. Thanks for an elucidate self-explanatory history!This is a ''fistula-in-ano'' a classical finding.Meet a Surgeon practicing proctology- Go for a MRI or conventional based fistulogram to decide whether this is ''low'' or ''high'' fistula as the treatment and prognosis is different for both types. Get operated , the ... | |
What causes burning sensation in penis?
Im a 42 year old Male, I recently was diagnoised with a UTI, after a 2 weeks of antibiotics, i still have a buring sensation in my penis and it continues to throb all day. I went back to the Doctor and they said it could possibly be a prostate infection, and gave me 4 extra days... | Hi,It seems that you might be having some chronic infection in your urinary tract or prostate.As antibiotic has poor action there might be having bacteria resistant to this medicine.Go for urine check up and culture sensitivity test.This will give specific bacteria causing this infection and specific antibiotic medicin... | |
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... | |
Is skin rash a side effect of ciprogyl intake?
sir,my son was hospitalised for three days due to dehydration with AGE;and discharge yesterday,doc. Advised to take ciprogyl and nutrolin-B,today we see some skin rashes on her back and chest.is it the side effect of this medicine.should we continue giving medicine.plz ad... | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The symptoms of your son seem to be related to an allergic reaction to ciprogyl.I suggest to use a steroid cream for local application such as Betametasone cream. I also suggest using Cetirizine 10 mg daily.If the symptoms continue, or if he has breathing d... | |
What causes tiredness, daily headaches, stomach aches and hot flushes?
Hi, just have a question about my 11 yr. old daughter who was diagnosed with low iron a couple days ago. Doctor said it averaged out to be only 43%. He put her on liquid iron and after her first dose she felt much better and she actually had some c... | Hi,Done thalassemia test or is there any blood disease in your family? OK fine, hemoglobin is low but why it is low?Whether there is blood loss or decrease production or some blood condition. So, go for proper checkup, improve nutrition.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr... | |
How can UTI and painful urination be treated?
My wife has a bladder infection, she went to an urgent care @2:30 pm and was prescribed Cipro. Since she has returned home, she is now passing blood droplets when she urinates with pain at the end urination, this started about 5:30 pm. Should she keep with the Cipro or go ... | Hello,Droplets of blood are due to UTI (Urinay Tract Infection). She might have been passing small stones too. Keep taking Cipro and drink plenty of fluids especially plain water.Cranberry and fern plant supplements can help. Advise to take Ponstan or Spasmex medicine for the pain. If unbearable, send to ER (Emergency ... | |
Suffering from Non-Alc fatty liver disease. SGOT and SGPT high. What are the side effects of heptral?
sir, i am suffering from Non-Alc fatty liver disease for last 3 yrs.taken lot of medicine. but my SGOT and SGPT always remains mildly high i.e from 60 to 150.I am feeling heavyness on my abdomen.now i am continuing wi... | Hi, Thanks for posting your query. Although Heptral is the best medicine considering your disease status. It is just like a natural vitamin. There are possible side-effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. The most common side effects include abdominal pain, dyspepsia, heartb... | |
Is unnecessary usage of Oxycodone harmful?
I had my left knee ACL replaced yesterday morning and the doctor gave my leg a nerve block . It s still numb after 16 hours, and the instructions said it could last up to 36 hours, so I m only slightly worried about getting my control back. I ve also been prescribed oxycodone... | Hi, How bad is drinking water? Ok, 1 gallon a day is probably ideal. 5 gallons could be fatal. 1 325 of Tylenol is safe. it takes ten times that at one time to be bad for the liver. so, it is safer than water. In each case, having taken a gallon or a Tylenol yesterday isn't going to make taking it again today unsafe. S... |
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