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What cream can I use to reduce acne scars ?
hi doc i hav acne scars last 5 to 6 years back my age 21 ,female can u tell me how can i reduce acne scars permanetly .i knw it can be by laser treatment bt cn u suggest me any other option lyk sum kind of cream .plz help me | Hi;welcome to HealthcareMagicSorry till now there is no cream which can remove the acne scars permanently so the only option for you is to try the laser treatment as you said but it is very important that you consult a Dermatogist and discuss prehand what are the benefits and what can be the probable drawbacks and side effects.Only if the potential benefits out weigh the side effects then only you should try or else it may cause disfiguring of skin also so be careful.Thanks | |
High cholesterol level, triglycerides level, LDL, HDL, SGOT, uric acid levels. Liver disease?
During the recent diagnosis of my body, the following are noted Total Cholestrole is 205, Triglycerides is 164, LDL 155 & HDL 34 and VLDL 16 mg% Also noted that SGOT is 43 U/L and SGPT is 62 U/L. Earlier my Uric Acid level was 7.5 mg%, but now it is 5.2 mg%. Doctor has suggested to control Cholestrole and SGOT/SGPT to avoid lever disease. My question is as to what kind of food should I eat to control Cholestrol and SGOT/SGPT | Good morningTo avoid cholesterol eat more vegetables for example carrots, cabbage, tomatoes ,onions etc.Eat more fruits oranges, lemon, water melon, mangoes, pineapple etc.Avoid fast food restaurants. | |
Q. What does abutment of the nerve root mean?
Hi doctor,I am just wondering what is abutting and abutment of the nerve root means in a back issue. Please explain. What treatment is required for annular bulging and tear? | Hi. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. For further information consult a neurologist online --> | |
What causes sinus infections?
hello I have had sinus pain for quiet some time and it has never fully gone away. The pain has been quiet persistent and does not get fully treated with antibiotics. Also, sinus problems started suddenly 3 years ago with no underling reason other than i had rhinoplasty a year before. Could there be underlying issues? I have had allergy tests done and they came out negative. | Hi,From history it seems that you might be having chronic sinusitis.There might be having some collection of some exudation or possibility of having polyp in sinus cavity.Go for Para Nasal Sinuses x-ray.After report line of treatment can be planned out.Go for regular vicks vapor inhalation.Ok and take care. | |
What causes difficulty in walking when on TB medication?
Hi, My husband is taking medicine for TB from last 3 months and he is now complaining pain in his back and thighs. Though Dr. told that TB infection is very minimal now he feels difficulty in walking just because of pain in thigh. Is this a side effect of TB or we have to consult further. | Hello, It is quite possible that he is also having TB spine.It may not be out of place to take X-ray Thoraco-lumbar spine AP & Lateral view to rule out Caries spine. An anti-tubercular drug such as INH, Ethionamide, Cycloserine can also cause peripheral neuritis. Vitamin B6 or Pyridoxine (50–100 mg/d) is routinely advised to limit neuropathic side effects. Newer Anti-tubercular drug Amikacin and Kanamycin has also neurotoxicity. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Tushar Kanti Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist | |
Could delayed sudden reaction spreading from stomach to back and leg, numbness and difficulty breathing mean panic attack?
I think I just had a panic attack. My surfboard fell off of the wall, scared the dog, woke me up. I thought the wall was caving in. I had a delayed reaction that spread from my stomach to my back and legs. Numbness and difficulty breathing. Is this a delayed panic attack? | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. I sincerely do not think that you had a panic attack. Panic attack is usually happens to those with anxiety disorders. For you, the incident was just fear and after. We do not call it panic attack. Even though the symptoms are same. Panic attack is for anxiety disorders. That means panic attack where there is no inherent fear inducing objects and still we fear. Actual fear is caused by physical objects which causes fear. In your case, you encountered just a fear. Don't worry.Please post a direct question to me in this website. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe some psychotherapy techniques which should help you cure your condition.Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
What causes lump forming on the same site of lump removal?
just left the er with a friend the reason being is a lump under left arm they cut it open to drain it.my concerns are she had a fever of 103 and also cancer is on both sides of her family, her grandmother had to have her left breast removed due to a lump under the same arm in the same place, but as soon as we got home another lump came up and is very red with streaks hot to touch. im really concered. | HI.The best way to rule out cancer is only BIOPSY.Request for excision biopsy.Continue antibiotics and supportive medicines she must have been given . Get her assessed after 1 weeks and 2 weeks, if the swellings do not subside , go for a biopsy. | |
Am I not able to conceive because of low sperm count ?
gudpm.doc my husband is 33 yrs old.we are already 2 yrs married but still we dont have a baby.this is the result of my husband semen analysis Vol: 4.00 ml, pH 8.00.liquefaction time 40mins, sperm count 91.20 million/mL,active motile 60%,normal morphology 50%,viability 70%,pus cells 5-10/hpf comments in lab test RBC 10/20/hpf.pls reply.. thanks! | hello welcome to healthcare magic your hubands semen analysis is normal in the count and motility. however , there are some red cells and pus cells. your husband should get a semen culture,maybe there is some infection which needs to be treated. thereafter once your husbands semen report is normal you should get a few tests done for yourself as well. get an appointment with an infertilit specialist who can guide to step by step. | |
Q. Kindly describe about the tests to be taken before having unprotected sex with lesbian partner?
Hello doctor, I would like to ask some questions that I am sort of afraid to ask my gynecologist because I am not sure if she is tolerant of homosexual people and that is holding me back. I would like to know what kind of health tests should I run to make sure I can safely have unprotected sex with my exclusive lesbian partner? During my last visit at the gynecologist I had cytology and now I am waiting for results. If that comes back clean, does it mean fully that I am free of any sexually transmitted diseases or HPV or do I still have to have some other tests to run? Is it appropriate to ask to have those tests made at a clinic or only if I show any worrying symptoms? I have had only one sexual partner before I engaged with my current girlfriend. We were each other's, first partners. The last question I have is, is it irresponsible to have unprotected lesbian sex in a committed relationship if both people are tested? Are there still any health risks? | Hi. Homosexuality is a choice of self-identity of sexuality, which does not need to be judged. It is always fine to ask questions. You are conscious about your health and that is commendable. Firstly, you need to rule out diseases like HIV, hepatitis B and C (HBsAg, anti-HCV), syphilis (VDRL), gonorrhea (smear test), chlamydia (smear test), herpes (IgM and IgG) which are commonly sexually transmitted via the respective blood tests. Cytology or pap smear is just screening for cervical cancer irrespective of HPV or any other sexually transmitted infection. You can check for HPV-DNA, chlamydia, gonorrhea test from the vaginal aspirate. as well as a throat swab. It is perfectly normal to have any kind of sexual relationship, keeping into account both partners are stable in their relationship and are tested for STD. It prevents any health risk. | |
What causes child to have fever, cough and loose stools?
My 11 month old had fever a few days ago which lasted 24 hrs (highest at 38.3 C). started having mild cough with a little phlegm today and I ve heard her sneeze a few times. Also, she had loose and slimy stool - almost diarrohea like. She s definitely teething (expecting her first molars next). any prognosis / diagnosis? | Cough, fever, sneezing, phelgm may suggest upper respiratory infection. Medications like paracetamol and decongestants may relieve symptoms.Teething itself does not cause dairrhea but causes few loose stools which are due to excessive salivation reaching gut due to gum tenderness and swelling of teething. This also results in baby puting unhygienic teethers, objects etc. in their mouth resulting in infection.For few loose motions which are not causing child dehydrated or weak and drowsy you need not worry. Otherwise you may need to ask your pediatrician for course of antibiotics. | |
What is the cause of pain in the lower back and head?
After I pee and wipe there is a brownish color on the toilet paper. My menstrual cycle ended on Friday. Could this have something to do with my period? I haven t felt good. My lower back is hurting as well as my head. Could this have something to with endometriosis or PCOS? Thanks for your help! | Hi, this symptom may present in endometriosis or PCOS but only with this symptom we can't diagnose as endometriosis or PCOS. The chance of endometriosis or PCOS with the presenting symptom is very minimal. So no need to worry.You can take analgesic and if this wont help you then consult your gynaecologist once for examination.Regards | |
What does pain in testicles indicate?
Hi I had a slight pain in my testicles so I went to the doc. He found no lumps and done a urine test which came back clear. But he has still booked an ultrasound for me. Im very worried that he thinks I need this scan. I have no more pain theres never been any lumps or swelling. Should I still be worried? | HelloI appreciate your concernLooking at your description this could be due to Infection like epididymoorchitis , allergy or inflammation and varicocoeleIf you can upload me a photograph I will be able to help you better I would like further information like your age, History of other metabolic or skin disease or diabetesIn my opinion you should consult a VD and Skin specialist for physical examination colour doppler of testis and confirmation of diagnosisMeanwhile you can apply any antiseptic.or antibacterial ointment like mupirocinUse condom during sexHope this answers your questionThanks and regards | |
How to stop stinging in feet due to diagnostic neuropathy?
My husband has diagnostic neuropathy in his feet and it burns like a thousand bees are stinging him on the foot. He has taken gabapentin 3600 mgs and lyrica with the Gabapentin. And it did not work and now he is on cymbalta and oxytocin is not working either Is there a surgery where they can stop the nerves from burning by deadening the nerves and he doesn t care if he has no feeling after the surgery . This is a last resort for him. Thank you so very much. God Bless to you Andrea | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It would be diabetic neuropathy. Each treatment for it other than very high doses of narcotics has only about a 1 in 4 possibility of working. At all. It is hard to treat. Other drugs with novocaine like effects like lidocaine patches or creme or amitryptiline are other possibilities but they do not have a high likelihood of working either. It is a tough disorder. Sometimes if the diabetes is really badly treated, getting the sugar below 300 will change it. Mostly, it is the length of time one has had diabetes more than the amount of control of it that matters and getting diabetes under good control isn't helpful. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What causes reddish/bluish lumps on both lower legs?
I have a few hard redish/bluish lumps/bumps on both my lower legs, below knee, on, and around right foot. Testing proves not to be blood clots or skin Infection (boils) and now waiting on a biopsy from the first one that came up about 2 1/2 weeks ago. Not completely round although they all started that way, but now almost separating into 2 or 3 sections. Entire foot has a 4 wide red swollen ring that circles from the ankle and comes back to the ankle. Major swelling on the inside of my foot w/ bluish/redish color and this one is the size of a softball. Any ideas? I m a cancer patient as well but in remission w/ Colorectal and last year spread to my Liver. | Hi,Dear thanks for the detailed query to HCm.Its definitely cause for worry.FNAC biopsy would fix the reason of it cause.In my opinion possibility of metastatic spread ,is more, for which X-rays of the part and surgeons opinion is a must.So take care fast .And Be on alert to take treatment for it from your onco-doctor at ER.Wellcome again.Hope you got to know why red lump on the foot has occured 2-3 wks back. | |
How to control high BP levels?
Hi, I was travelling a lot from Wed thru Sat with less hours of sleep and it included a 5km trek uphill and down to a pilgrimage. I was not feeling well on sunday and consulted a local physician who checked my BP. BP was on the higher side - 153/103 at 8:00pm on Sunday. I again checked my BP on monday at 11:30am and the BP was 130/110. I am 33 years old and my work included both sedentary on some days and walking a lot on some days. I love walking and used to go for long walks when the mood is right. But off late I feel heaviness on my legs. I used to smoke. But quit it a year ago. I do eat non-veg especially fish. I weigh 82 kgs and my height is 169 cms. How can i bring my BP back to normal? What should i do to maintain my BP within limits? Kindly advise Regards, Hari | Hi hard, you are young to have hypertension, however with our changed lifestyle and the stress of professional life I am increasing seeing patients in your age to have hypertension. Considering this as newly detected BP, from today itself you should start on lifestyle modifications like cutting salt in your diet to less than 3 gas, bringing regularity in life and exercise, atleast 45 mins 5 times a week. Keep on tracking the pressures at different time on different days. See what is the trend. At the same time get yourself evaluated for secondary causes of increased BP and if founded treat the cause. If this doesn't help a single anti hypertensive in small dose should do the trick which at later stage we can gradually decrease and wean off if possible. Regards | |
What are the side effects of taking sleeping pills?
hi! how can i help my boyfren to stop taking sp? He used to take sp with other slleping peels like villium and nitrosin. He take thrice a day with 2sp and 1 sleeping peel. he have been using for 8 years but not daily he used to take sp occasionally but these days he used regularly for the past 3 months. Is he addicted? Is there any solution to stop him? Please help | I think your boyfriend need deaddiction so that he can lead a healthy life ,risk of sleeping pills are numerous | |
What causes high body temprature in a child?
my baby girl is 5. he had no health problems fro birth up wen she turned 3. She now has a problem of body temperature that normally reaches 40. This is even though there will be no other signs of illness. If she is given some paracetamol, her temperature immediately drops to normal or slightly below normal. She plays, eats normally even though the temperature is high | get her blood tests done to rule out any infections . get a cbp crp widal parasite v and f done and review wit a doctor | |
What causes pain in the chest post gallbladder removal?
I just had my gallbladder removed about a week ago now. I also had a liver biopsy bc of some other medical problems I have (Wilsons Disease). I am still having severe pains behind my ribs. I shouldbe over this surgery by now. Its not soreness, it's actual sharp pains and my dr said it was from a bowel obstruction. I am now cleaned out and still having the same pains. They are bad enough that pain meds barely touch it. What do I need to do? Is there a specific test or even question that I could ask my dr that would help them find the problem instead of writing it off as soreness? I know my body and have had stomach surgeries before and this is not soreness. It is different. Please help. | thank you for posting query.post cholecystectomy pain maybe due to stones in common bile duct OR increased fat intake OR functional pain.need further evaluation.advice:- get an ultrasound (abdomen) to rule out any stone remnants in common bile duct- also get a complete blood cell count(CBC) test- avoid OILY food altogether- you may need to take nexium/pantocid 40mg OR famotidine 40mg once daily before breakfast for 8 weeks- avoid eating stomach full and mouth full- avoid spicy food wish you good health.further queries are welcomed.wish you good health.regards,Dr Tayyab Malik | |
Need medication for herniated,bulged and extruded discs
Hi, hoping you can answer my question. I have a herniated disc, a bulged disc and a extruded disc ( I am currently waiting to see a neuro surgeon but now I also have neorugenic muscular atrophy in my leg and have been told by my doctor that if my foot drops I need to go straight to the emergency room. I didn t ask my doctor what happens if my foot drops? I know I will lose use of my leg but will I get use of my leg back after surgery? Thanks Lisa | Hi Lisa..Thanks for giving us an opportunity to help you...Since you know that you have a discogenic back pain and you know how worse is it... so you can be prepared for the management as well..You can definitely get your foot back even if you had a foot drop..so dont worry..If I were you I won't wait till anything to happen....I would fund a good neurosurgeon to get my disc workup...Untill then.doLot of icing frequently to reduce pain and spasm..send lit if time in lying in my stomach with pillows placed under my chest...atleast 4-5 times in a day for 20 mins...Do start my core strengthening exercises...Do start my gkyte recruitment exercises..These exercises help to cope up with current situation and also to aid in early recovery post surgery...Hope this is helpful for you...Kindly revert back in case you need any further help in this regard | |
What to do if having severe abdominal pain after swallowing barium?
My sister had barium on monday and has been in the hospital for two days due to severe abdominal pain. I am wondering if the barium gets very hard after a certain time and has to be cut out or is there a way to break up the barium and help it come out? | hi dearthanks for askingit is one of the side effect of barium intake that it sometimes causes abdominal pain..all you have to do is to1) take plenty of fluids2) take some fiber or bulky food3) take anti spasmodic medication like tab no spa4) take tab mot ilium (bowel moment regulating drug)as you mentioned,it does not need to be cut or broken down | |
How is a robotic assisted surgery for joint replacement done?
had a sports injury 40 years ago, cartlidge taken out then, i now have athritis and my knee is buckled, I walk with a limp and i am in pain, I have limited movement both straight and bending, think I need a full replacement, ive read about the robotic placement of the joint, and would like some information about this procedure. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The procedure is done under the guidance of an orthopedics and is a successful one. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
How to manage fatty liver through exercise and diet?
sir I hv been dignosed fatty liver Grade 3, Doctor asked me to do regular exercise & balance diet with minimum fat. My weight reduced 7-8 kgs. in last 4 months. | For fatty liver diet and exercises are main stay of treatment even drugs don't benefits much unless lifestyle modifications are done.If I were your treating doctor I would also asked you for the same. Weight loss is nothing to worry because obesity itself is a risk factor for fatty liver.So keep loosing weight with regular exercises, low fatty diet, no junk food and no alcohol, take vitamins supplements, these things are best for your health. So don't worry for weight loss if weight loss is due to above measures. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help | |
Q. Is it normal to have bulging veins in arms and legs with pain?
Hi doctor, I am 19 years old and I am currently experiencing an issue with the veins in my arms and legs, primarily on the left side of my body. It started about a month ago when I noticed a vein on the top of my left foot that started bulging up out of nowhere. It was concerning but not painful until a few days later, it gave me extreme shooting, throbbing pain. This lasted for a about a week then started to fade to what it is today, a numb pain that gets sharp if I support my weight too much on that foot. This has limited my movement quite a bit, which makes it hard to complete my daily tasks, and I cannot wear closed toe shoes anymore without pain. The problem got even more concerning when other veins in my body started to bulge ang give pain, first in my legs, and now in my hands and arms. My left hand is my primary one and now I cannot lift things or write or hold it downwards without having a pain in my arm, where a big vein pops up just below the wrist. This has all happened in the course of a month. Does this condition sound familiar and if so, what should I do to get treatment for it? | Hello. Your problem looks like varicose vein. Veins will bulge when you are standing or moving around when unlike down it regressed and blood flows back into the deeper veins and empty back into the heart. Varicosity is due to incompetence or weakness in the valves within veins which prevents the blood from flowing back as the blood has to be returned to the heart for recirculation. Due to weaknesss in the calf muscle which contracts and compress the deeper veins causing blood to be squeezed out of then for upward emptying into the vena cava and into the heart. Blockage of the pathways of flow or deep veins due to venous thrombosis, usually common in women, tends to increase with age, and with use of contraceptive pills and with pregnancy because of increased intraabdominal pressure which in turn comprises the vena cava and affect return of blood back to the heart. Complications can be venous thrombosis due to increased stasis of blood. If there is so much build up of pressure for long time can cause venous ulcers. Management is elevation of the leg when lying down. Use compression stockings to support and collapse the veins, avoid use of high heels. Change your standing or sitting position from time to time. You can do Doppler ultrasound scan. | |
What causes difficulty in locating a hernia in groin region?
I had to go to the ER the last week because I was experiencing pain in my groin area, and they determined I had a hernia. When I saw the referral doctor the next day, he could not locate the hernia and said he could do surgery and go look for it, or we could wait until it gets worse and I come back. Well waiting for it to get worse is very difficult and uncomfortable, and very hard performing my job. Is this a common thing, not being able to locate the hernia after a day or two of relaxing? Should I wait for it to get worse or should I get another opinion? Going in and looking for it just didn t sound like something I wanted.. | Hi,It seems that you might be having reducible direct inguinal hernia giving this problem.Hernia comes out through lax inguinal ring and while lying down it goes inside when it is difficult to have any idea about hernia.If this is the position, nothing to worry wait till it comes out.If it is strangulated then it can create the problem.Afterwards consult surgeon and get examined.Avoid constipation and lifting heavy weight.Ok and take care. | |
Would taking penclav be safe for problem while hearing ?
my child is complaining that he is not hearing properly as some water had gone into his ear while swimming.went to an ent spl. who had prescribed penclav.after taking the medicine the child is getting ill.he si otherwise ok whether it is a must to get the antibiotic? | HiHe may be having diarrhoea from penclav. You can consult your specialist again and ask him to change antibiotics, usually Oflox or Levoflox is prescribed in such cases, duration of treatment remains sameTake care of the allergy if any, also in case of hearing loss, better to get an audiometry done to be on safer side | |
Suggest treatment for COPD, emphysema and sleep apnea
My husband has COPD, emphyzema and sleep apnia. On Oct 11, 2014 he was admitted into the hospital with pnemonia. They had to ventilate him. He now has a trache. He has only had the trache in for maybe a week. Since then he has been running a fever off and on almost daily. They didn t even start trying to do the tests to see if he could swallow or anything until yesterday. He has been very aggitated because he wants to come home. When they tried to do the test. he wouldn t let them. Now they are trying to tell me that they have to put a tube in his stomach because he can t swallow. But they don t know if he can or not. Since he wouldn t let him. They haven t even given him a chance except the one time. Now they tell me that they have to put him into a care facility but can only get him into one that is an hour and a half away from where we live. Shouldn t they give him another chance or few to see if he can do it? And what are the risks of having the feeding tube in the stomach? He is already trying to give up. If they take him so far away, I have no way to be able to go see him or anything. If he s alone so far away he will definately give up. what can I do? please help me | I recommend you to undergo breathing exercises under the guidance of a physical therapist. strengthening the muscles of respiration at a proper rate and care in mind will help your husband. kindly meet the pulnonologist and a cardiologist before undergoing any strenous exercises | |
Can a person with aortic stenosis travel by air?
My husband has just been diagnosed with. An echocardiogram result diagnosis. The results were phoned to us and an appointment was scheduled for 4/2 to see a cardiologist. The woman who called said with the results said. Your heart is healthy and numbers say its working well. You have what is called Aortic Stenosis usually the treatment for this is surgery. Do not lift anything that would cause you to hold your breath and if you get constipated call and we ll prescribe something so you do not strain and hold your breath. We are to leave for Ecuador 3/16 and he has made an appointment with the cardiologist isn t until after we return. is it okay for him to fly? We have flights from northern us to Miami then Miami to Ecuador and 4 flights in Ecuador. His symptoms are nonexistent. This procedure was done at the request of his VA doctor. I m concerned and he is not. | Hi,Welcome.If he has no symptoms and heart function is normal surgery is generally not recommended.So yes he can travel by air but yes preferably he should not do heavy exercise or lift heavy object.For further treatment plan kindly consultant your cardiologist soon. If possible send me the echo report of his.Thanks and take care | |
What to do for rashes on chin?
i recently developed a rash on the sides of my chin. Over the last 3 weeks it has spread to my whole face, behind my ears, and starting on my chest, neck and upper back. Its small red spots, most of which are raised and scaly feeling. Sometimes some of them itch but there s no pain | Hi,According to your history, looks like you have seborrheic eczema.. ie dandruff over scalp . Seborrhoeic dermatitis (also known as "seborrheic eczema" )is an inflammatory skin disorder affecting the scalp, face, and torso. Typically, seborrheic dermatitis presents with scaly, flaky, itchy, and red skin. It particularly affects the sebaceous-gland-rich areas of skin. In adolescents and adults, seborrhoeic dermatitis usually presents as scalp scaling similar to dandruff or as mild to marked erythema of the nasolabial fold.Dermatologists recommend topical treatments such as shampoos, cleansers or creams/lotions that contain antifungal, anti-inflammatory, sebo-suppressive or keratolytic ingredients:One combination approach combines a dandruff shampoo, antifungal agent and topical steroid .Hope it helpsDr Geetika PaulMD ( Dermatology) | |
Suggest treatment for swollen foreskin after paraphimosis
Hi there, I had surgery today for paraphimosis. The surgeon left while I was still recovering from the nitrous oxide, so I was unable to talk to her properly about what I need to do next. I would like to know if there are any dangers I should be looking out for now that I have had the operation. My foreskin is a real mess as she had to remove a section of skin to return it to its original position. I have noticed that there seems to be a lot of blood clotting right at the end of the foreskin and the foreskin still seems a little swollen. Also when I urinate, it flows out between the stitches, instead of flowing out where it normally would. I am just wondering whether these things are normal or whether I need to go back to the hospital to get them to check up on it. Also I am concerned that if I have an erection in my sleep, the paraphimosis will occur again. Is this a legitimate concern for someone who has just had this surgery? | Hi, For swollen foreskin you can use MgSo4 solution with bandage around foreskin. Apply antiseptic cream like soframycine over stitches. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Pramod Kokare, General & Family Physician | |
How to cure a mass on the lower back & severe back pain?
I had an MRI test done just this past Friday, the doctor's assistant called and told me that they will need to do another MRI with contrast this Monday. They found a mass on my lower back. I have had severe lower back pain for the last two weeks. I'm scared and don't know what to think. Thank you. | A mass is a very vague word, just like the word "lesion." Luckily many masses are benign cysts and other types of tissue, so don't assume the worst before you undergo the MRI with contrast. | |
Suffering from itching. Could this be due to acidity or allergy?
I am surfying from itching ...some says its due to acidity..i feel my ears as very hot and thier are many small spore's came out on my right hand, some part on my legs, back on ears..also my head was itching intially but second day it got stop...my mom tell me is due to heat in my body and acidity....some other people say that i am allegeric to somethink..can you suggest what should i do.. | ICHING MEANS ALLWRGIES YOU HAVENOT WRIEN ANY HISTORY WHICH CAN PIN TOWARDS DIAGNOSES IT IS FIRST TIME O YOU ARE FETING OF AND ON FOR ACID YOU CAN TAKE SYP ULGEL 1 TSF BD FOR ALLERGY TAKE ALLEGRA 1 TAB OD FOT ITCH SOS CAN BE TAKEN FOR LONG FOR ANY NUMBER OF IMES BUT TO CURE YOU HAVE TO GO TO SPECIALIT TO SEE WHAT IS CAUSING ALLERGY IN YOUR CASE | |
Do we feel semen inside the vagina after ejaculation?
Is it normal not to feel semen when I man ejeculates inside of you? I m worried also that after sex a good amount spills out..I worry that none of the semen stays in and I can t feel it. Does that mean I ll never b able to get pregnant? Is something wrong with me? | Hi it is completely normal that the semen spills out after intercourse. You need not worry about that. What you can do is to lie down for 15 to 20 minutes after contact. You can become pregnant. You should have contact around your ovulation days or may be every 2 to 3 days after your periods stop. | |
Had unprotected sex during first day of ovulation. Can pre-cum lead to pregnancy?
I had unprotected sex with my gf on first day on her ovulation i..e on 11th day from her period It wasn’t complete ejaculation , I hardly inserted for 2-3 mins and then didn’t went to the climax However I heard that pre-cum might lead to pregnancy . what are the chances in this case? I am sure nothing has came out and nor even felt any pre-cum but still doubt in my mind Can you solve my query | Hi, Thanks for the query. The spermatozoa can live in the female genital tract for 4 to 5 days in ideal circumstances. So if at all spematozoa were present in precum there is possibility for pregnancy. You better wait till her expected date of periods, if she miss the periods better to go for pregnancy test once. Take care. | |
What could lumps on clitoris suggest?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here.. Hi I have recently noticed a very small lump under the skin on the left side of the clitoris and I am worried about it. I don t know if it has been there long and there appears to be no other symptoms. | hi.based from your description, it could be just an inflammation, a follicular reaction or a cystic lesion. it is best if you consult with your gynecologist for clinical evaluation. diagnostics and management will be directed accordingly.hope this helps.good day!!~dr.kaye | |
How to reduce tummy?
I have a five year old son and he has a protruding belly and not only am I concerned but he is as well. He told me that he didn t want a big belly but he wants a flat one like mommy. This broke my heart. He s a picky eater. We have gotten rid of the junk food in the house and started attending a healthy eating clasd as a family but I m concerned that he may have a medical condition. Please advise. | Hi Thanks for your query in health Care magic l will like to know his height and weight .For a five year old child slight protruding belly may be normal.Try to give balanced diet, avoid junk food.thanks | |
What to do for constipation in child?
my daughte is 2.3 years of age.She is constipated since last year.She passes black pellets in small amount.She is not eating anything like veggies,fruits,meat bread.She likesto eat Macdonalds,pizza,coke.chocolates and maggies noodles.she has become a fussy and picky eater now a days.What should i do now for her constipation and black colour stool? | It's cause of concern for long Constipation. Moreover eating habits will change only when she feel better inside.If she was my patient, I would have recommended herbal choornas and avaleha (lickable medicine) to use. This would first start cleaning the gut and secreting gastric juices in GIT - Gastrointestinal Tract.Hope it helps. | |
What causes swelling behind and below knee?
I have a swelling behind my left knee also swelling on the inside and below my left knee. This makes my entire leg feel pressure and pain in the knee. I believe there is a cyst that is common that can cause this, do you know if that is correct? Are there home solutions to help this condition?2 | Hello. This sounds like what's called a Baker's cyst, and there's nothing you can do for it. An orthopedic surgeon can either drain it with a needle or remove it surgically. | |
Need treatment for cyst on the hip
my husband has a 5cm cyst in the ball and socket joint of the right hip.He has it the last four years.He had it drained on numerous occasions,on a cocktail of pain relief tablets.He also had nerve block treatment six wks. ago he is at the end of his tether. | Hello, I have studied your case. Lump which is usually cystic [soft] and painful.It should have been visualized on MRI.FNAC [needle aspiration cytology] may help before going for biopsy procedure.After so many procedure now excision of cyst will help in treatment.Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. You can send image directly on you good health.Take care. | |
What can cause weakness in the lower extremities upon standing and walking?
Am experiencing weakness in lower extremities when standing and walking that starts to feel like it’s moving up my body causing, dizziness and feeling I’m going to pass out plus nausea and feeling of wanting to vomit. When I sit down or lay down and elevate feet, I feel normal. My husband had same exact symptoms last week for one day while I was out of town. | Hello, As a first line management, you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopaedic and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Can water blisters on body be from medications taking for facial psoriasis?
I have had facial psoriasis for about 3 weeks now, my doctors prescribed a topical ointment mixture of Mometasone Furoate Ointment USP, 0.1%,and Mufirocin 20%. Now i am seeing some water blisters on different parts of my body. Is that because of the ointment or is from something else | Hi,I can understand your concern for bulbous lesions on various parts of the body. You applied mometasone cream on face for psoriasis. Kindly consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment.Psoriasis on face is not common. Kindly have perfect diagnosis. Mometasone does not cause bullous lesions. So the bullous lesions may be the due to something else. It may be bullous impetigo.After thorough diagnosis you may be treated properly.Thanks.Dr.Ilyas Patel MD | |
What causes burning sensation while urinating with a history of ear infections?
My son is 4 years old and he has had about 16 year infections since he was about 6 months old. He had to end up getting tubes in his ear last year but has only had 1 ear infection since this year. Because he was on so many antibiotics his immune system is so low and he catch everything that s going around at his school. Now he s having a problem when he go to the bathroom when he go to pee it hurt. His feet and hand are always cold he s had a runny nose an now a little cough. Took him to the emergency room they said it s a virtual utility never heard this before. I need some answers. Oh yeah he s been on probiotics for a month and a half now. Someone told me about colloidal silver I bought but not sure if I should use it. Help don t know what to do. | Hi,Thank you for asking question on health care magic.Burning sensation while passing urine is due to acute urinary tract infection.Recurrent ear infections are common in CSOM.Viral infection like cold will exaggerate this infection.This may even run for years.There is no connection with UTI and CSOM.Hope this answer will serve your purposePlease feel free to ask any more queries if requiredTake careDr.M.V.Subrahmanyam MD;DCHAssociate professor of pediatrics | |
Done several stomach surgeries for nicked colon. Sharp pain in stomach, dizziness. Prescribed ibuprofen. Reason for pain?
My husband had several surgeries on his stomach because of a nicked colon. He had his last surgery about a year ago. Now ' he has sharp pain in his stomach and is dizzy. We went to the emrgency room yesterday and they took a cat scan and said his results were the same as his last one and gave him pain medicine and said to take ibroprofine. He just ate something and has the pain real bad and dizzy. Could anyone give me any idea of what this might be. thank you | hello,As he underwent multiple times surgery for the colon . there might be adhesion of bowel. for current, need to control the pain. As per CT findings furthere investigation and treatment is needed to do . | |
Q. Please advice regarding management of tooth pain in a child.
Hi doctor, My 5-year-old is complaining of tooth pain. It appears where the pain is, there is a missing part between two teeth and food gets stuck all the time. I need some advice. I can provide a picture if needed. About three weeks back, he complained about the same thing. We went to a dentist. He said four of his teeth have gone bad and need attention. I gave him Amoxicillin for five days and asked us to visit the main hospital for kids. But he was fine from day two after a good brush and saltwater solution until now. | Hi. The first molar of the lower jaw of both the left and right side are having cavities. Go for X-ray for both the tooth. In the X-ray, the dentist can see where infection (caries) has reached (to the pulp or not). If caries has reached the pulp, you have to go for pedodontic root canal treatment (pulpectomy). If not, then you have to go for a tooth filling. This will solve your problem. | |
What is the treatment for clinical depression?
I am a 66 year old male. I have recently had AAA surgery. I have also been informed that I suffer from clinical depression, and for this I am taken one Prozec pill a day. I do not seem to get any effect from these pills once I take one. .My symptoms are a, strange and slow way of thoughts, and I ask if the flow of blood to the brain would be the cause of this. I have very poor circulation in both legs due to clogged arteries, and feel that if it is there, then why not in the brain as well. | Hello,Welcome to Healthcare Magic.You appear to have multiple symptoms of depression. Prozac used in depression and usually takes 2-4 weeks to show improvement. If you are not responding to existing doses of prozac then following steps will help you:-Increase dose of prozac-Change of anti depressant under psychiatrist supervision.-Treatment of medical morbidity.-Addition of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and supportive counseling.Wishing you good health and all the best.www.99doctor.com | |
What could swollen abdomen with dizziness suggest?
Hi I've woken upto a swollen face arms abdomen & legs. Felt very dopey and dizzy for the first hour after waking. I seem to be retaining water or something but today my condition is a bit concerning as I was unable to breathe with a stuffed nose, had a headache and my face is so puffed up that it feels stretchy and very uncomfortable. I've had these symptoms once every few months. I have no idea wot is triggering it. Please help | the problems are possibly related to kidneys and loss of protein in the urine!please have a routine urine examination and USG of the KUB that can indicate the nature of the disease.also try to restrict salt / water intake and have a note on your urine output and blood pressure! | |
What causes swollen gland and red spots on neck?
Yes, my three year old grandson has a swollen gland in the right side of his neck. It is the side of a marble and sticks out. He also has red spots , about five on the back of his neck. This gland has always stuck out, but is now larger. What could this be? | Hi...this could just be a simple right cervical lymphadenopathy which can occur even with simple upper respiratory infections. But at the same time - associated illnesses like Tuberculosis and lymphoreticular malignancy should be ruled out after thorough clinical examination and laboratory evaluation if it is found to be warranted after clinical examination. I suggest you consult your pediatrician with these tips. The redo spots and the swelling seem to be unrelated.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
MRI shows several bilateral hemispheric deep and subcorical lacunar infarcts. Diagnosed for laberentitis. On medication for hypertension, diabetes. Chances of stroke?
My MRI result is : several bilateral hemispheric deep and subcortical lacunar infarcts. I am 60 years old woman. I am on medication for hypertension since 6 years or so and medications for diabetes,and cholesterol. My question am I going to have stroke in the future and what are the symtoms knowing that I have been diagnosed with laberentitis since two months and I still feel unbalanced walking. do I have to see a doctore for the brain....??? | The risk for stroke increases with age, smoking, heavy alcohol use, diabetes and hypertension, is more in males than females. While you cannot modify the risk based on your age or gender, you can take certain precautions to reduce the risk for stroke. 1) Keep a watch on your blood pressure and blood sugar levels (have your hypertension and diabetes in check)2) Have physical activity as per your physician's advice. Based on your general health and your heart condition, he will prescribe you an exercise regimen.3) Eat a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables and low in oil and fat.4) Have mental activity - like solving the crossword, other puzzles, or reading books which will help you to avoid the other consequence of lacunar infarcts i.e. dementia (memory loss and cognitive decline). You may still consult your neurologist especially because your giddiness could be related to the small infarcts in certain brain areas. You will be prescribed medications that can bring relief of symptoms even though they may not reverse the infarcts that have already occurred. | |
How to treat penile yeast infection?
I am a 57 yr old male and I strongly suspect that I have a penile yeast infection (symptoms match pretty closely). My wife is past menapause and we no longer use the sheath as my erection is often dodgy and a condom unfailingly kills it stone dead. I've thoroughly cleaned myself but there is skin discolouration on part of the head of the penis under the foreskin. We have not enjoyed intercourse for some time and tonight I feel able but I do not want to cause my wife a problem. Should I avoid intercourse? | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forumIn short: Its good that you have concern for your wife regarding this.Explanation: Apply oint clotrimazole locally for relief. Then after relief you may go for intercourse. If it does not subside by 3-5 days then visit a doctor for examination. All the best. Be patient for some time. | |
What can cause pain after hysterectomy?
\..I've had a history of cancer, and had to have a hysterectomy last year. AndI'mhaving pains again. I still have my ovaries. Went for my annual today and the dr. took a urine sample. what is the urine sample for? And do they test fordrugs in your urine? | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Little pain and discomfort is experienced by many patients after getting a hysterectomy done. Sometimes scar tissue forms in the area of surgery and that will cause pinching of nerves leading to pain. Pain in the pelvis can also be caused due to infections. The urine sample was taken to test for any infections in urine and other routine elements.Usually drugs are not tested for in a routine urine examination. You will be told if such a sample was taken specifically for urine drug level estimation. If you have not been told about it then your urine will not be tested for presence of drugs in your urine sample. Please do not worry. | |
What causes dark discolouration and pain in the calf muscles after an injury?
I was moving a heavy machine with a hand truck and fall over backwards.my leg was black and blue badly but cleared up.now my knee keeps me up at night, this has been 3 month ago now.so in the morning it is bad (pain) but the end of the day not bad.but at night it kills me the wight of my other leg on it or just the i am sleeping thanks Clyde in Rhode Island | If you want you can use castor oil application in your affecte area it will gives your relief from pain....if possible take calcium suppliment for 2 month. Therre may be ligament injury which causes pain and if it. It will heal in long duration upto aatleast in 6month. Now lubrication or oil massage is best to heal soon | |
Suggest treatment for chronic pelvic pain, visceral pain syndrome and pelvic floor tension myalgia
Hi! I have been diagnosed with Chronic pelvic pain, visceral pain syndrome and pelvic floor tension myalgia. In the last week my butt has started hurting. I woke up with swelling on the upper left buttock and tailbone and after returning home from the ER I ve started to have left flank pain. The emergency room gave me norco and clindamycin thinking that it may be the forming of an abcess. However, 1 month ago I had 2 dental extractions which ended up with dry socket, infection, and delayed healing resulting in me being on penicillin for almost 2 weeks and percocet for a month. Is there any correlation between my pelvic issue and my butt pain? PLEASE HELP! | helloI am sure Irrespective of etiology of pelvic and tail bone problem, if you sit in warm water tub (sitz bath) for 20 minutes twice a day, your pelvic and lower muscles in buttocks shall relax and relieved of pain.Take advil tabs in additioon after meals twice a day for 3-5 days, all your lower area problems shall be relieved.Use a soft foam cushion for a seat instead of hard surface.A muscle relaxant tablet like chloroxozone(parrafon) may be added, so ask your doctor , if he agrees , shall prescribe suitable medicinesbest wishes | |
What causes headache, ear ache and memory loss?
I have a 17 year old male that a week ago complained about ears and head hurting with a sound like a fire alarming going off in his head, he than walked out of class and showed up hour later with superficial head injury. He does not remember anything…meaning how to read, count, doesn t recognize anyone except mom and dad (doesn t know our names) can talk (speech is normal)…has had MRI,MRA, blood, urine, Echo, all clear and normal. Has been seen by neurologist, psychologist, pediatrician with no results…8 days later still has headache and no memory…what are our next steps? Has anyone heard of anything like this? | Please show him to a psychiatrist. He might in hysterical fugue state or depressed. If MRI brain is normal and he is normal neurologically then he is possibly in the above two states which would be managed by a psychiatrist. | |
Purple colored bruise on the calf. Family history of thrombosis. Should I be worried?
Hi, I have a purple bruise coloured mark on the back of my upper calf , not too sure what it is but my family has a history of thrombosis and I haven t banged my leg. Its been there for around two days now and hasn t changed in size or colour. I am only 19 and I m slightly concerned that it could be a clot but at the same time it looks like theres blood under my skin, any ideas what I should do? | Male and no significant family history relatively rules out hemophilia but Thromboctopenia and a spontaneous bruising tendency is always possible.. first get basic bleed screening like complete hemogram, PT, aPTT and fibrinogen... avoid trauma, NSAID and I.M injections | |
Suggest remedies for a red painful lump on my groin
yes i started with a bump that was small on the back of my head, that grew larger in 3 weeks. it had a redness around. Went to the doctors, and he said it was a reactive lymph node. He said not to worry it will go down. It is still there, and now (not to get dirty ) i shaved my below region, and a bump formed around my groin. same hard feeling that was in my head. i thought it was a ingrown hair so i kept shaving but now it has gotten worse. and is red and swollen. i have no idea what it is! | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some enlarged inguinal lymphnode. It is mostly due to reactive hyperplasia. Other rare possibilities are tuberculosis, lymphoma or metastatic lesion. However for that your symptoms and history needs to be evaluated. You should take a course of antibiotics. If it doesn't respond to treatment then biopsy diagnosis is advisable. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
Can root canal be done on same side where a molar was extracted?
I got a lower molar removed 2 weeks ago and developed dry socket. I returned to the dentist and he applied the dry socket paste. I felt instantly better. Now, I am experiencing a numbing/tingling sensation on the side of my face that i had the work done on. Also, I have a feeling I may need a root canal on one of my top teeth on same side. Is this really bad? | Thanks for using Health care Magic.Prolonged effects causes the numbness later after the tooth removal. If this occurs the numbness could be because of this .This numbness will come down on its own time.Do massage of the oral muscles and you can start multivitamins.If there is pain as you have mentioned it could be because of the caries in the other tooth . please visit your dentist and get a radiograph done , if root canal treatment or filling is needed get it done .There is no harm in getting the treatment done on the same side.Continue with warm saline gargling .For pain ibuprofen is recommended.Hope this will be beneficial.Thanks and regards | |
What is the lump on the breast?
Hi I have a lump on my aroela close to my nipple it been there since feb. 2011. I had my son in sept. And I breastfed for like three months and stopped cause my breast were too engorged so I put cabbage on them to drain the milk. Well yesterday I felt a pain in the lump and it looked like it wanted to pop so tonight I took a nice hot shower it popped right in white liquid came out also with thick white stuff and a little blood. So now I'm trying to figure out what is going on. Please tell me this is nothing to worry about | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have breast lump. You may have galactocele, inflamed cystic lesion or benign breast lesion. Chances of cancer is low. But you should go for mammography and fine needle aspiration cytology. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
Is heart pain with "non specific ST-T abnormality" something to worry about?
Sir/Madam,my mom has been having a slight heartache since yesterday...she went to see a doc today n did an ECG..The Reports showed Sinus rhythm normal but non specific ST-T abnormality...the doc said there is nothing to worry about n prescribed tranquilizers n ORS...Plz tell me is there something to worry about? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I would like to tell you that you can trust as per your physician prescription, but if your mother has any medical illness like diabetes or hypertension and symptoms of short breath along with chest discomfort then it's recommended for you to get her a basic cardiac workup done which includes and ECG, echocardiography, and treadmill test to evaluate if any heart disease is underlying. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr Bhanu Pratap | |
Suggest treatment for abdominal pain
Hello, I have been having stomach pain and problems over 6 months off and on and maybe even before then. Lately it has been a bad cramping in the middle of my abdomen under my rib cage and it will send me to the bathroom and go and then maybe sweating and maybe back and forth with cramps and sometimes eventually vomitting. They I break out in chills and the cramping can last for hours. Sometimes my knees are in my chest because they can be severe. It seems to be mostly in the middle of the night and has happened at work once. It seems to be food related to me...pizzza, steak even a granola bar. I have had all the test you can have...colonoscopy, endoscopy, abdominal cat scan and all were normal. I did have a Hidascan and they say it was normal but I did have the same cramping after the injection. I am scared to eat many things and trying to eat bland. I have been to two gastro docs, my internist, and a heart doctor to check anything related there and all checked OK, My internist and cardiologist just thinks it is the gallbladder. I have been back to the gastro and told him this can't keep going on and he did send me to a surgeon who said that the hida scan cramping is a sign of gallbladder as well as other symmtoms. He did say he would take it out. I have talked with the gastro guy and he said that if it inteferes with your lifetstyle and work then have it removed. I am just wanting to know if this is the right thing and nothing has been missed. I do not have gall stones that have shown up on any test. Thanks | thank you for sharing your complain,if there is no gall stone in gall bladder then i think no need to remove gall bladder, rather than indicating other cause for surgical removal of gall bladder. if infection is there, complete course of antibiotic will clear infection of gall bladder as well other infection in abdomen if any. for pain relief you can take aceclofenac + drotaverine with rabeprazole/pantoprazole when your doctor advise.but after studying your case, for pain in abdomen from many months homeopathic treatment may be much helpful to you if you are interested in homeopathy. following medicines you can take for a month and then inform me.-nux vomica 6, 5-6 drops in a cup of warm water twice per day.--when severe pain take colocynth 6, 5-6 drops in a cup of warm water 3-4 times per day till pain subsides.hope this answer will be helpful to you.for more queries plz don't hassitate to ask.get well soon dear frienddr.manu khimani | |
How to increase chances of conception?
i had done MDP in June 2009 since I was taking medicines for depression. Now from last three months i am trying to conceive but it vain. I also have fibroid in uterus. but two doctors whom i consulted said it is too small to worry. is my chance of being pregnant effected by the MDP done earlier. I am 29 years and 3 months and my husband is 35 years old | start taking folic acid supplements and practice intercourse in your fertile period. if you don't conceive after an year of regular intercourse both of you get a infertility work up. so you still have a time. all the best | |
Suggest remedy for intense muscle spasms
Recently had ct scan normal, had colposcopy and endoscopy for upper right quadrant pain and intense muscle spasms. Endoscopy showed very inflamed deuodenum. Waiting for a week for biopsy to see if h pylori.. No relief for severe spasms. Should I be on antibiotic. Doc says wait for path report I am on Linzess which bring diareha. Suggestions | Hi, . Till you get your reports, you can take Omeprazole once a day and an over the counter antispasmodic for your spasms ---Regards | |
Suffering from recurring lower back pain. Tried all medication. What next?
Hi, I ve been struggling with lower back problems for about 7 yrs. Have had many drugs, PT(now on maintenance program), epidurals, and find relief at times, but increasing symptoms & Pain. Have had numbness/tingling/elec-type nerve pain increasingly for past couple years. My primary care physician sent me to a neurologist about 2 yrs ago, and we ve experimented w/many drugs that I cannot tolerate side effects. What next? | hi deniseferrand looking at the history it seems that you have chronic lumbar radicular pain with disc degeneration .have you done mri scan of the back .??? kindly consult a spine surgeon / orthopedic surgeon . | |
What causes weight gain, headache and lump in throat?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...my son is twelve, but the size of a normal adult. he has had weight gain, has now complained of a head ache for two weeks and a lump in his throat. he looks like he has a goiter and feels like it to. I took him in and they say his tsh is 1.37 and his t4 was 1.9 normal but he is miserable. do you think further testing is needed for the thyriod? can just the t3 show hypo and they didn t test that | Hi...as the TSH and T4 are normal it is unlikely to be a hypothyroidism. I suggest that we need to investigate for other causes of lump in the throat like a lymphadenopathy. I suggest doing a ultrasound of the throat for confirmation.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Is Aspirin ideal in case of stomach pain and bloating with pressure sensation in pubic area?
Yes, my husband who is 50 years old has moderate stomach pains, bloating (a feeling of being full of food or air/gas), he feels pressure in his pubic area when trying to sit up. He takes Crestor and low dose aspirin daily and has had his prostate removed. There is no fever or vomitinghowever, he has had diarrhea. It s been going on for 48 hours. What could it be? | Hello,Thanks for asking HCM.Your husband may be suffering from acid peptic disorder and\ or Enteritis.Actually aspirin is not to be given if the cause of pain abdomen is not known.I treat this type of patients in my clinic with antacids and if diarrhea still persisting, give them antibiotic and anti amoebic.If pain is severe I do add antispasmodics.He must take lots of fluids to avoid dehydration.Diet should be bland,till he is recovered.If he does not improve please see a doctor.Good luck. | |
What is the alternative treatment for stubborn ring worm infection?
I am suffering from a severe bout of ringworm infection in the groin and the buttocks area. I have been treated by doctors with clotrimazole and with a few more anti-fungals (AF-150).But the infection remains stubborn and re-appears with itching.Please suggest any other alternative remedy. | Hello,Welcome to HCM,As you are having symptoms of fungal infection for which your doctor has prescribed topical antifungal cream and oral antifungal drug for your condition. The fungal infection is more common in this area and the fungus can sustain for longer duration of time as this area is moist and favors the growth of fungus.These medications can will help to control the fungal infection and it should be taken for longer duration of time. You requires physical examination to confirm the presence of fungal infection.The antifungal oral medication should be taken once a week for atleast 10-12 weeks to treat the condition.The personal hygiene should taken care this area should be kept dry and clean.Thank You. | |
Can alcohol give you a yeast infection?
In early March I had an upper respiratory infection and was prescribed Amoxicillin, i got a very bad yeast infection from it. So my Dr called me in Diflucan and I took that but it did not go away. He called me in an additional dose. I proceeded to take that. Meanwhile, I was due for my yearly pap smear and mammogram so I made my appt with my Gyne and she prescribed Clobetasol Propionate cream. To use 2 x daily then as needed. In the meantime, I had a checkup with my dentist for a cleaning and he gave me a rx for Nystati n. I m still having issues. I do drink beer, about 3 per day. Could I possibly be having an affect from the yeast in the beer and is there something I need to do to address this issue. I m really getting worried. Thank you for your help! | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.The high amounts of sugar in some forms of alcohol can cause yeast infections.So,yes,alcohol can be the cause of this infection.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Is Cymbalta or Effexor better for anxiety?
How does cymbalta compare to effexor? Contraindications? Effects with regard to heart disease? Effexor denies effects of triglycerides, but mine went from no problems to sky high readings of 1250 and have continued. How well will cymbalta maintain as weaning off effexor and on to cymbalta? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Effexor is contraindicated in heart disease patients. Cymbalta may also increase blood pressure so it need to be cautiously used in heart patient. Both Cymbalta and Effexor belong to same class of drug. Effexor weaning is related to discontinuation syndrome. So its better to wean off under professional guidance. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Experiencing sharp pain on lower left side and muscle spasm
I was at work doing some cutting with a torch kneeling down in an awkward position was not long kneeling when I got up loss my footing a little bit and I felt my a very painful sharp pain on my lower left side and my lumber too can that be muscle spasm . | in my opinion you have grade 2 lumber disc 4/5 I recommend an MRI on your back to confirmuntill then wear a back brace and try maintain laying down on your back with flexed hip and knee or long sitting with extended legs Good Luck | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? Thanks in advance. | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just cocaine but a combination of drugs. Cocaine narrows blood vessels (vasoconstriction). It can lead to erectile dysfunction. Few studies suggest that it has receptors on testicles and sperm. So, it can degenerate testicular tissues/or sperm quality, transfer from sperm to female egg and can lead to early miscarriage. Cocaine is a very fast acting drug which affects the nervous system and produces short-lived euphoric attitude for 15 minutes to an hour, but causes long-term damage to the body and brain like anxiety, depression, aggression, impairment of logic and critical thinking, heart problem, hypertension and decrease in bone density. Its half-life is an hour. So, it takes about an hour for half of the cocaine consumed to leave the body. But, with long-term use, the drug starts to accumulate in the blood and body tissues allowing certain tests to detect it in the system for an extended period of time. After a single use of cocaine, agents created by its metabolism can be detected in the urine for two to four days, and in chronic users, cocaine can be detected up to 12 days and highly concentrated cocaine can be detected in the urine up to three weeks. It can be detected in the saliva and blood for an average 12-48 hours. In hairs and sweat for an extended period of time, it can be detected. So, after all the above description, I do not know how your husband had cocaine, as a cocktail along with other drugs, or just cocaine? Secondly, how long he has been taking it? For you, have you been on alcohol, cocaine or smoking? If you had taken in the past, better to quit completely. My advice is, try to avoid drugs like cocaine, alcohol, ketamine, and MDMA completely for a couple of months before trying for pregnancy. Because, if the mother has an addiction, it has psychosocial effects on the fetus in addition to the drugs' side effects itself. Best of luck. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
What is the remedy for back pain after an injury?
hello I slipped on some ice and fell on a concrete step on my back right side about the middle back area and its been almost two weeks and it does feel better but still hurts also there is no bruising of any kind should I go to the hospital and if not how long will it take for me to feel 100 again | HiThanks for writing your queryUsually sprain and other soft tissue injury at back takes 4-6 week time.The suffering can be reduced by hot fomentation,ibuprofen, proper posture-avoid too much straining of back.If you don't recover with time show it to doctor.Take care | |
Suggest remedy for pain in erect penis after circumcision
good evening dotor I were getting problem in my penis skin that did not rolled back. So after consltation to doctor i did penis sugery. Actually Doctor cut my penis skin from head of glans to lasto of glance. Now after 1-2 months i am getting some pain .when my penis get charged ........Please Advice should i have to that doctor agin | Hello,Pain while erection on circumcized penis for one or two months after surgery is normal. But you should consult your surgeon if the pain persist.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. K. V. Anand, Psychologist | |
What is the treatment for pain?
this is the first day of root canal, after coming back from doctors clinic once the initial sensation started i have unbearable pain , i have taken Katrol DT and dic+paracetamol tab together but no releif kindly suggest it's 2 AM night and i dont know what to do | thanks for your query, i have gone through your query...the pain could be because of the tooth infection..the analgesics you are taking is enough for the pain to come down but you have to take a course of antibiotic like penicillins and metronidazole...if the pain is unbearable then you can take intramuscular injection of an analgesic.. i hope injection is not required..just take the analgesics what you are taking and consult your dentist in the morning... i hope my answer will help you..take care.. | |
Suggest treatment for sciatica
I started a severe fit of sciatica on Monday late evening. The doctor sent out diazepam and tramodol for me to take. At its worst on Monday night I was weeping standing up and couldn t do a thing about it. I feel like I want a wee but usually can t or have to concentrate really hard and wee a little. I have not emptied my bowels since Monday night also. Not that I have been eating much. Is this normal? | Hi, If I were your treating Doctor for this case of severe pain of schiatica and urination problems, I would recommend a imaging study of your lumbar-sacral spinal cord to rule out a possible compresive lesion of spinal cord or nerve roots. I suggest you to ask for a MR of column and an appointment with a Neurosurgeon. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. | |
Q. I get severe stomach pain. Is there any medication to overcome it?
Hello doctor, My stomach hurts really bad, whenever it hurts it is very severe. Do you have any subjugation for me? | Hello. You have given nonspecific history as it hurts either every day or occasionally, it has any relationship in empty stomach or after taking a meal? Is there any relieving factor or triggering factor? Your daily bowel habit? Your drinking history? Your smoking history? Is there any surgical history? Are you relieved after vomiting? Your family history of any disease? Your age? Are you sexually active or not? Duration of your abdominal pain? Menstrual history or fever, etc? You should undergo USG (ultrasound) that will reveal any abdominal abnormalities like PID (pelvic inflammatory disease), cystitis, cholecystitis, pancreatitis, ovarian cyst, pregnancy, etc. CBC (complete blood count) will give some idea about your abdominal pain like increased ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) will suggest appendicitis, increased WBC (white blood cells) will suggest of infection, etc. Urine R/M/E will determine urinary tract infection. Again you can also undergo endoscopy of upper GIT (gastrointestinal tract), serum amylase, serum lipase, etc. You can follow tablet Visceralgin (Tiemonium methylsulphate) three times a day, in case of abdominal pain tablet Domperidone 10 mg three times a day for ten days, capsule Omeprazole 20 mg twice daily for 10 days. In the meanwhile, please perform your investigations and inform me the results, then I will be able to diagnose your cause that is responsible for your abdominal pain and vomiting and treat the cause. | |
Q. I am diabetic and have burning sensation, redness and pain in feet. Why?
Hello doctor, I am diabetic since 12 years and BP is 85/160 after taking medicine for diabetes. I used to take Galvasmet 50/500 BD doses for the last one month. I am getting pain in both my feet at the lower portion, burning sensation, and redness. I am not able to walk fast and below the foot, it feels less sensation. | Hello. I understand your concern. Your symptoms may be an indication of uncontrolled high blood sugar. Your fasting and postprandial levels look fine, but will only give you the levels on the day of testing. It is important to check HbA1c level once in six months. This will give you a better idea of your blood sugar control. You also need to check your 25 OH-D3 (vitamin D) and vitamin B12 levels. Deficiency of these vitamins can lead to symptoms similar to yours. Remember that vitamin B12 is tested on an empty stomach with 12 hours fasting. If you have had a wound that is red or is not healing, meet your diabetologist without delay. Keep moving your feet and toes as an exercise to regulate blood flow. If there is a podiatry clinic near you, it might help to visit once. | |
Suggest treatment for a painful lump on the inner thigh
Hie doctor. I have a lump under my skin in my inner right thigh. Its not very big abt the size of a bean though it feels like it has a thicker and bigger base further in. Its not painful, but at times i have spasms of pain from my foot terminating just abt where this lump is. What is it Doctor. Worried | HI,Dear, Thanks for the query from you for your painful lump in rt inner-thigh .1-I am happy that you are serious to know why this leg -lump is having painful spasms?2-In my opinion ,I would more info from you before I would tell the answer to this query.3-Its very unusual lump -beans sized, with bigger base.4-Hence in this situation I would advise you to get the ER-Surgeons opinion, who would work on the differrential diagnosis5-Still In my opinion-possibility of femoral hernia-with neuritic pain is to be ruled out,from the facts provided by your query.Though I would advise Surgeons opinion as its his area as clinician i/c doctor.-6-Other possiblilities of academic interest for which rely on your ER surgeon and should not worry much.7-Hence You should be panicky and worried , and go Urgtly go to ER -Surgeon doctor as there is probable strangulating femoral hernia-which is the worst complication to happen-till which you shouldnot wait.8-You should have Usg of the area and the doppler to arrive at the cause of the painful lump in the inner rt thigh.9-Hope this would solve your worry of the painful lump in rt inner thigh.10-So urgtly take -the advise from the ER Surgeon.11-Wellcome to HCM for any more query. | |
Could intake of aspirin cause difficulty in conceiving?
HI, I am 30 years old and my husband is the same age. We have been trying to conceive for almost two years. I had a missed miscarriage last year in September and had a septum removal (disovered during the D&C) in February. Since March we are trying to conceive but nothing happens. I also take low dose aspirin every day prescribed by a doctor as they have discovered that my blood clots a bit more than usual. My husband is alergic to aspirin and now I am worried that maybe that might stop us from conceiving. I also have very irregular periods, but the doctors keep telling me that since I have conceived once it will happen again. So what test should I do to get pregnant faster and should I continue taking the aspirin. Thank You | Hallow Dear, Low dose aspirin will not cause infertility. You are having irregular menses; so it is most likely that you may not be ovulating regularly or at all. Please submit yourself for ultrasonography for ovulation monitoring. If you are not ovulating, you may need some treatment for ovulation induction. If you are ovulating, then try to plan your sexual relations on and around the day of ovulation. Also get your tubal patency and uterine cavity tested by Hysterosalpingography and Laparoscopy. Any block and/or adhesions may require surgical intervention. Husband's sperm quantity and quality should be assessed by semen examination. Please report to an infertility consultant. Dr. Nishikant Shrotri | |
Diagnosed with tumour, kindly suggest
My 24 years old nephew was diagnosed with tumor in stomach in July. He was treated with chemotherapy for five session at Royal Marsden hospital in London. Unfortunately this treatment could not stop the growth of the tumor. Doctors in Mumbai performed a succesful surgery and managed to pull out soccor ball size tumors intact. I need to find the details of this tumor, doctors claim it could be desmoplastic . We need to find ways to avoid re occurance of the same, where he should go for the post surgery care. Reports have been sent to Tata cancer hospital for understanding the details of the tumor. Need guidence on the next step to be taken | Hi...Vinod., Thanks for choosing HCM., DESMOPLASTIC TUMOR...It is round cell tumor..... commonly seen in Abdomeen , rarely seen in STOMACH..., It is aggresive type of CANCER.., That affects the surrounding.., Lymph nodes easily...,Metastasis also common..., Common symptom is OBSTRUCTION.... TREATMENT is Unfavourable...So take care and consult Good ONCOLOGIST.., For further information...about the tumor...contact.., DSRCT Research Center,Stehlin Foundation in HOUSTON....,USA Founder was PATRICK SCANTON...Better to contact..Dr.Beth Orgel...ok.best of luck.., | |
Had sex. Took pill. Got periods after six days after. Then again had it back on normal period time. Is it normal?
About 3 weeks ago, I had a drunken sexual encounter. He did not ejaculate inside of me, intercourse barely occurred, but there was contact and I know that there is always a chance of a few sperm lurking around in pre-cum. This occurred the week after my period and the early morning of the day that my predicted "fertility window" opened up. So, The next morning, about 8 hours later I took the morning after pill as a precaution. 6 days later, I got the bleeding that I assume is the induced bleeding from the pill because my period was not due for 2 weeks. It was bright red and a moderately heavy flow that lasted for 6 days. Now, on the week that I was supposed to start my normal period, I have bleeding that looks like my normal period and the flow is beginning like a normal period. Is this normal? I know that it says your period can come early or late, but I am still confused as to if I am supposed to get the withdrawal bleeding and then my normal period at the normal time. | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.You have taken the right precaution. Your knowledge about the actions of the pill is also perfect. As you are aware of, the pill contains high amount of progesterone that has resulted in withdrawal bleeding. Also such a high dose of progesterone can interfere with your regular menstrual cycles and the cycles can be either delayed or earlier. This happens if the pills are taken too frequently which is not advisable. The bleeding could be inter menstrual bleeding, another side effect of the pill. Either it may take a while for your period to get regularized or if your hormonal balance is back to normal, your next period can be regular. So, if you want to have an active sexual life without getting pregnant, then you should opt for a permanent contraceptive method like OCP.I hope this is useful to you. | |
How long should I continue medication and bed rest for lower spinal chord fracture?
Hi! I ve lower spinal chord L2 fractured, I ve back pain due to this, I ve been taking Enzoflam thrice a day along with becosule twice a day from last 10 days. I m also diabetic & take triglucoforte twice a day. How long do you think I will have to take bed rest along with this medications? | Hi you have Fracture L2 and are on bed rest and pain killers due to this. In my practice , if the fracture is not severe and there is no involvement of nerves , I mobilize the patient ASAP with taylor's brace and painkillers. Also if patients age is on upper side , I get bone densitometry and start treatment for associated osteoporosis. If the fracture is unstable then I proceed to fix it. | |
Dizziness, slurred speech, weakness. Diagnosis?
1 week ago i felt dizzy while shopping my sister came to pik me up and my face drooped to one side and my speech was slurred i didnt know wot was happening it lasted about fifteen minutes everything else is a blur so i cant remember any tingling but i remember feeling all weak. sent home with no diagnosis but since then i have had extreme chronic fatigue and stil feel dizzy. please help me diagnose if it was tia. |Roxanne 38 yrs old | Hi,These appear to be the symptoms of a TIA. I suggest you need further investigation. Therefore, I advise you see a neurologist. You would benefit from an MRI and scans of your carotid arteries. You may benefit from starting low dose aspirin. Regards,Dr K A Pottinger,MBChB. FRCA. | |
Q. Is Mometasone dangerous to use on Face to clear my acne pimples?
Hello doctor, I am seriously facing acne pimples problem. Sometimes they occur on my face when I masturbate. If I use Mometasone, it gives a good result. Is it okay to continue this? | Hello. Acne is a universal issue in the age group of 15 to 25 years due to hormonal changes in adolescents. However, there are multiple effective treatment options depending on the grade and severity of the problem. Mometasone is a topical steroid and is to be avoided strictly on the face and for acne as it can harm your skin in the long run. Acne is dependent on hormones hence excess masturbation may sometimes lead to an increase in the problem. I would advise you to stop Mometasone immediately and kindly upload appropriate images to help us assess your current grade of acne and treat you better. Regards. For more information consult a dermatologist online --> | |
Having pain and tenderness on the back possibly hard and lumpyish. What could it be?
Good evening Dr. Grief, are you for real? I have been having pain and tenderness on the back. Approximately 3-6 inches from the side. It is tender to the touch and I notice it even when I am simply sitting or standing, primarily when sitting. When I touch it feels tender and possibly hard and lumpyish.Waist level. I am a female, 51 years old. Unaware if this is significant I believe I am perimenopausal. Without a period for 50 days and no worry about being pregnant. | Hello Good Evening,According to your description, you seems to have a Lipoma at that site, which is a benign tumor composed of adipose tissue (body fat) and common in your age group. It is the most common form of soft tissue tumor.Lipomas are soft to the touch, usually movable, and are generally painless. But you find tender, possibly because of it's site.In the management part you should go for Excision and Biopsy to confirm diagnosis and definitive treatment.Regards. | |
Q. Can Yasmin birth control pill be used as an emergency contraceptive pill?
Hello doctor, My fiancee and I had unprotected sex a few days back, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Just to be on the safer side, we wanted to use the emergency contraceptive pill. But due to some restriction in the country where we live, Plan B or emergency contraceptive pills are not available. I read that Yasmin, which is used as a regular contraceptive pill can be used as an emergency contraceptive pill at a higher dosage. Can Yasmin be used as an emergency contraceptive pill? And at what dosage? | Hi. How are you doing? Yes, as you have heard, Yasmin can be used as an emergency pill. Even if you have not ejaculated into her, she stands a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in contact with her genitals. As soon as possible, earlier the better, I suggest taking four tablets of Yasmin (combination of Ethinyl Estradiol and Drospirenone) at the time, repeat four more tablets after 12 hours. This being a high dose of hormones, it will suddenly increase the inner lining of the uterus. Then as it is a single dose, the inner lining will fall off. This makes it unfavorable for the possible embryo or baby to settle into the uterus. She will get her periods within 7 to 10 days of the last pill. But do not keep repeating this frequently, it can disturb the hormonal balance and can reduce the effectiveness of the pill. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and start taking the medicines after their consent. This is an old method, but it is an effective emergency method. Just do not delay the pills. As time passes by, the effectiveness reduces. Hope I have clarified your query, do write back. All the best. For further queries consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Is surgery in second stage of throat cancer advisable?
hello sir. i wanted to know that my dad has been daignosed with throat cancer, at a second stage.its in the voice box. dr has adviced us to operate it? he will be fine after the surgery. do u think it is advisable to get operated at the second stage? pls help us. | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Stage 2 vocal cord cancer is indication for surgery. So he should definitely undergo surgical removal of tumour. Stage 2 malignancy means tumour is localised and not metastatic. And hence all efforts to remove the tumour should be done. This helps in prevention of future metastasis and improve life expectancy, five year survival rate etc. So surgery is definitely indicated in his case. Hope I have solved your query. Wishing good health to your father. Thanks. | |
Suggest remedy for tender lump on foot
i woke up this morning with a large purple mark on the side of my big toe n directly under it is a gooshy lump and its tender when i extend my foot it causes pain i did not bang it at all also to the foot in question i had 9 surgeries due to a doctors mistake doing a bunion ectomy i have had several nueromas but this is an area which i normally dont have any abnormal things happening but i do walk alot on that side of the foot due to the exstwnsive surgeries on the oppposite side.also my calf feels very uncomfortable ive had a weird feeling in my knee and also ankle pain. please help im very unsure what to do and very concerned because of the already existing condition of my foot | Hi,Dear,Welcome to HCM. Based on the facts of your query,You seem to suffer from-Excessive-Friction Melanonychia with Purple Subungual Hematoma of Big Toe,caused from ill fitting Shoes causing extra pressure on this side of the foot-This excessive friction on the foot in question is due to the compromised other side foot,for which You underwent 9 surgeries.This has caused extra stress of the knee / calf and ankle muscles,giving fatigue pain.Remedy-Do as follows--X-ray of the Big Toe and plantar arch of the affected foot/ Blood Tests-Second opinion from Podiatrist or ortho-Surgeon for assesment of the cause of this purple gushy Lump of the Big toe.-Under Antibiotic and painkiller drugs-Decompress High tension in the purple painful gushy big toe Lump,for reducing risk of -compromising arterial blood supply to big toe and resultant gangrene.-Don't worry if you follow above steps urgently.Hope this reply would help you to plan further treatment with your doctors.Contact with a Followup Premium question to ME. Will appreciate your Hitting thanks and writing excellent review comments to help needy patients like you. suggestsGood Day!! Dr.Savaskar, Senior Surgical Specialist M.S.Genl-CVTS | |
What does a lump on a dog bite wound indicate?
.hi I was recently bitten by a dog I had a bad bruise but the hospital said it was not puncture wounds just scratches and bruising.no sign of infection However, in the area of this Injury I have a hard lump that hurts at times. It’s not getting bigger but not improving and it has been about 2 weeks Could it be scar tissue or blood clot:/ I have not been concerned but then others keep scaring me | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.The lump on dog bite wound narrates post inflammatory changes in form of non-healing or partial healing. However, consult with a photo picture of the lump is greatly appreciated.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel | |
What causes enlargement of liver and how to treat it?
my daughter had a gen. exam last Thursday in preparation for her operation next week for tonsils and adenoids...and just today they called me and said that according to the test my daughter has a big liver.....so am worried and want to have infos about it...thanks | Hi thanks for asking question...Noted you have mentioned big liver.Usually you might have done USG of abdomen and diagnosed with big liver.There are lots of cause that should be evaluated like hepatitis, gall stone, non alcoholic hepatic steatosis , bile duct problem , hemolytic anemia etc...LFT and peripheral smear examination needed with retic count and LDH estimation...So consult doctor for rule out causes of hepatomegaly...If bacterial infection present then first treated with antibiotic...Take care...Dr.Parth | |
Does having fatty liver cause lime green semi-loose stools?
I was Dx with fatty liver last October. This happened after I complained of a dull ache in my upper right side (I thought it was my gallbladder). For the past 2 days, I've had seni-loose stools that are lime green. I'm wondering if this is related, and if so, is there anything I can do to help it? | HelloNo, this wouldn't be directly related to your fatty liver but it could indicate a problem with your gall bladder emptying or it could be a malabsorption intestinal problem. It may not be anything too serious but if it continues for more than a week, see your doctor for an evaluation | |
What causes low hemoglobin in a child?
ok..i was just doing research on my 13 yr old grandson..his hemoglobin is little over 9 and they did blood work on him to find out if it was just low iron,,he is active in sports..he is built little both parents arent big .as a grandmother i was worried about him.he doesnt act sick or anything . | Hi Iron deficiency is most common cause of anaemia . If everything is normal other than iron deficiency , no need to worry , it will improve with diet rich in iron and medicationsthanks | |
What is the cause of persistent cough?
Since a tonsillectomy some 15 years ago, I have developed many bronchial infections at least three times every winter, some of which have lead to bleeding (4 x). I began smoking two years ago and smoked up to ten cigarettes a day. Since then, I have developed a persistent cough which produces clear sputum with no sign of infection. This cough came for three weeks and went for two and is now back and I'm suffering for two weeks now. I have since had to give up smoking. I also have type 1 diabetes for 37 years. I know the risk of smoking with diabetes but sadly, life often presents challenges that require nicotine support. Can you help diagnose? | thanks for asking your question I completely understand your question actually cough is a symptom , can be due to smoking habitfirst thing yo be done is quit smoking permanentlysmoking itself causes increase in size of mucous secreting cells in bronchus, that inturn produces much of sputum and cough is a mechanism to expectorate that excess of sputum.you need to consult a pulmonologist who can consider some investigations like chest xray and sone sputum investigations to rule out any other organic diseasehave your blood sugar checked frequently and maintain the level by consulting a diabetologistthanksfeel free to ask more questions may god bless you with good health | |
What could cause hard watery bumps on face ,neck,shoulders & back?
I have hard watery bumps on my face neck shoulders and back... I recently Wad prescribed an antibiotic for an ear infection and a the bumps cleared because of the Amoxicilian... What could be causing these bumps...? Now that I finished my prescription The bumps, hard and watery.. Are starting to come back .. Help? | Hello, It seems to be an idiosyncratic response or allergic response to any of the medicines you are taking. You must visit your doctor and get investigated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Nirmal Chander Gupta, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
What causes severe pain in the back and legs?
I m having trouble sleeping tonight. I went to my PCP today with back and leg pain, he sent me to have xrays done.no results yet,hoping to caLL DR TOMORROW AND SEE IF HE CAN PUT RUSH ON IT/ rigtht now I cant sleep, my legs are moving and wont be still. I am taking medication for restless leg syndrome, but its never been this bad. I wont go to ER because I have before and they tell me they cant do anything for pain. can u give me any suggestions? Myra at YYYY@YYYY | First off id like to ask you if you are under dialysis. Restless leg syndrome is a common complication of chronic kidney disease. BUt i think you should wait for your doctor as the history is insufficient to prescribe medications | |
What causes pain in my hip?
i am 55 yrs old lady i have hip pain for the past one week in the night .so my sleep get disturbed this causes my tiredness in the day time. iam already taking amlong A for my high bp and zincovit and shell call for the past one year . i need your guide | Hai.ur hip joint pain could be due to osteoporosis/osteoarthritis. U csn go for sn xrsy to confirm the problem. Pls get your sugar levels checkout, serum calcium and vitamin d3 also.For pain u can start with methylcobal &pregablin tablets oncr daily at night,It is quite safe on ur kidneys, and u can hav a good sleep slsoU can also go for immunomodulators on advice with an orthopaedic surgeon.thank uTake care | |
Could ulcers in stomach be the cause of dizziness and fever?
hi . my husband went to dr. last tuesday they said he had ulcers in his stomach but he was hurting same place i did with my gall bladder. Then last nite he could not lay on his side because it felt like knife stabbing in it. Then today he is running fever an his body is hurting so bad he can hardly move an when he walks he has severe dizziness | Hi. The best way is to take the patient to the Hospital for clinical check-up, admission and investigation and further management. The most probable reason looks to be infective in origin like you suggested , may be a gall bladder / liver / pancreas ..Urgent ultrasonography may clinch the diagnosis. | |
What are the symptoms of Cornelia de lange syndrome?
My grandaughter was diagnosed with CDLS at age 3.......she seems now at 27 ro have gotten worse. She is on multiple meds and living in a group home. At a younger age she would write imaginative stories for me. Now, I know she could not do that. My question does CDLS progress (regress) as they age? She also has been diagnosed schizophrenic. Her IQ was 70 but I doult it still is. Thank you Distraught Grandmother | Hi, CDLS syndrome is rare genetic disorder charachterised by microcephaly , facial phenotype and git disorders.CDLS is known by developmental delay and is progressive. Thanks | |
Does antibiotic cause increase of ast and alt level?
I RECENTLY FINISHED TAKING AN ANTIBIOTIC FOR A SINUS INFECTION. I ALSO TAKE SINGULAR, XYZAL AND NASONEX. I HAD BLOOD WORK DONE ONE DAY LATER AND MY ALT AND AST CAME BACK ELEVATED. NORMAL IS UP TO 40 AND MINE WERE AT 59. COULD IT BE CAUSED BY THE ANTIBIOTIC. I REVIEWED MY PREVIOUS LAB WORK AND THEY WERE NORMAL | Hello, Antibiotics and pain killers can cause slight and transient elevation in liver enzymes. Nothing much to worry as it is minor transient change and will return to normal by itself. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What causes wheezing while suffering from bronchitis?
I have had bronchitis for over two weeks and have seen my doctor twice in that period. He has given me antibiotics and cough suppressants that I have taken as instructed as well as Mucenix. Today for the first time I am wheezing. Should I be concerned or call my doctor again? | Hello,Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your history and would like to make suggestions for you as follows:1. It is possible to have wheezing in bronchitis as there is narrowing of respiratory tubes (bronchi), so please do not worry too much about that.2. I would suggest you to follow-up with your doctor who will examine your chest with stethoscope and may prescribe you bronchodilator like salbutamol or levosalbutamol. It would dilate bronchi and would give you relief.3. If you have episodes of bronchitis repeatedly/frequently, I would suggest you evaluation for allergy. If it is for the first time, it might be due to infection and you should not worry.4. Having adequate warm fluids during day will also help you to recover earlier.Hope above suggestions will be helpful to you.Should you have any further query, please feel free to ask at HCM.Wish you a rapid recovery and the best of the health ahead.Thank you & Regards. | |
Why my kid is afraid to interact with some guests?
sir, my daughter is 4and a half years old, when some guests comes in our house she weeps a lot, she never allow her father to talk to anyone when with her, but if someone comes whom likes like any servant or any hawker she plays with them. we are very upset | DearWelcome to HCMWe understand your concernsI went through your details. At the age period of 2 to 5, children experience something called "stranger anxiety". At this age period, children are more attracted towards people who "care". For them care is usually given by mother, father, other near family members. Second aspect is their playful attitude. Because of this second attitude they mingle easily with even stranger children. But, the case of strange adults are different. Stranger anxiety coupled with "he is not my play partner"- attitude triggers the given behavior. Don't worry. The problem will be solved within some months.If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. Take care. | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late periods? | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they should arrive. If not, then you can safely opt for a progesterone withdrawal to resume menses. For further information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
What causes sperm color variation?
I have hard orange tiny grains in my semen. Only happens every once in a while. I have looked online and there are doctors(non-urologists) who say it might be blood(likely from the prostate). They are only slightly uncomfortable and are mixed withing the semen not particularily before or after but inside it. Only about two to three and of verying color from slighlty tinted yellow to full blown orange(like the water stuff from scabs that hardens..its color). I personally think it is aged old semen because I have no blood in my urine or any other symptoms. And the fact that there are stages with different colors to me significantly lowers the chance of it being blood. If it were blood I don't think there would be such drastic variations of the color. But I am not a doctor.I do have a testical that is lower thant the other and I know that is an increased chance to cancer. I also had a cyst a while back when I was fourteen (23 now) and I think there is one more again but it is near the tip not the testicles. I have been drinking a lot of tea lately but also water, I just recently(week ago) worked very hard in the california sun and was constantly drinking water and my urine was still yellow(normal color yellow). I eat pretty healthy, although I have been drinking lots of homemade sweet tea and a lot of milk. I used to get bloody noses a lot(randomly) as a teen but haven't since I was eighteen. Well that's all the relevant information I could think of. | dear Sir, it is normal to have one testicle lower than the other and that doesnt increase chance of cancer..as for the browinish color of semen it may be due to prostatitis so please get a pevic ultrasoundbto make sure.. |
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