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What causes patches of skin in arm pits in autistic kids?
My 9 year old autistic daughter has developed a thick layer of dark crusty patches under her arm pits, under her breasts, and around her neck. Do you know what this is called and how can it be treated? When she was born, she went to the NICU at 6 hours old with blood sugar of 15. She was there for two weeks then D/C home only after she was forced fed every hour to keep blood sugar above 60. She outgrew this problem at 4 months, and was D/C from Endocrinologist care. Could these darken areas be associated with blood sugar issues? Also just to let you know she has no controll to stop eating and her current weight is at 150 lbs and she is very active. | This could be acanthosis nigricans which is often a skin symptom of diabetes or a warning sign that diabetes is developing. I would recommend addressing this concern with her primary care physician to obtain bloodwork to test for diabetes. | |
Q. I have a little, red, and sensitive bump on my labia minora. What could it be?
Hi doctor, I noticed a little red bump on the top of my labia minora (right underneath the clitoris). It looks a bit swollen and it is sensitive to touch. I did notice a small bump on the outer side of that labia minora too but I cannot be certain that was not there before. I have had Bartholin's cysts in the past, so I know it is not that and I do have genital herpes and it does not seem like it is an outbreak either. I really do not know what it could be? Please help. If need be I will even attach a picture. | Hi. Your text mentions the lump to be below the clitoris, so is it just above the opening where you pass urine (urethra)? In that case, it could be a urethral caruncle? You can search for the images of the urethral caruncle and see if it matches your problem. If not send me the pictures, so we can make a diagnosis. | |
Suggest medications for stomach ache in toddlers
My 6 yr old daughter is complaining about a headache, stomach pains (she says it feels like its popping), and her legs hurt. No fever and she has eaten today. But she has laid around all day saying it hurts. And she is definitely not one to lay around. | Hi... I have just read through your question. Whatever you are describing is called Chronic Pain Abdomen in medical terms. The differential diagnosis of abdominal pain in children varies with age, gender, genetic predisposition, nutritional exposure and many environmental factors. The causes are many including - constipation / acid peptic disorders / inflammatory bowel disorders / irritable bowel syndrome / worm infestation etc.I suggest you see your pediatrician or a pediatrician for this.Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed)., | |
How to treat kidney stones?
Sir i have lost my one kidney last two month back & now i have only a one kidney & rest i have get the stone very earlier pls advc can we have get red off this stone. pls note i have get the 10 stone in only two month.. pls help me out of this problem.soon. | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern it all depend upon the location stone, like whether it is in kidney (pelvic area) ureter, urethra, bladder, and of course the size of the stone also matter small stone comes out without any treatment but for the big stone some time surgical procedure required this again depend upon the position of stone, hope this information helps you, take care and have nice day. | |
What causes severe pain in my left heel in the morning?
Sir, I am getting severe pain in my left heel in the morning when i getup from bed. It goes of after some time when i walk a bit or wash my legs with water. Whay could be the cause and suggested treatment for this? I am Sunitha Jain, 38 years, 158 cm and 58 Kg. | Hi, This condition is called Plantar Fasciitis and is due to the strain on the plantar ligament. Sometimes there is a bony growth also. Start pain killers, hot fomentation twice daily and use silicone heel pads. Try for 2-3 weeks and if there is no adequate relief consult your doctor for local steroid/PRP injection. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Gopal Goel, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
1.5 yr old has cold and cough, Dr. suggests asthma, not encountered any symptoms. Suggestion ?
Hello Dr. I am suggestion for my kid who is 1.5 year old and have got cold and cough just 4 - 5 Days back but today when i visited dr. they said she is have asthma but unfortunately we till day never encounter any such symptoms with him and what we believe he got cold due to his mother also have cold...... You are requested to kindly suggest. Regards AAAAA | Dear Mr/Mrs Pandey, It is difficult to diagnose asthma in little children as pulmonary function tests are difficult to perform by children and therefore the diagnosis is usually retrospective based on response to treatment. Chronic noctunal (night time) cough, audible wheeze after playing or exertion are symptoms suggestive of asthma and inhaled salbutamol can be tried to see the response. Occasionally asthma is triggered by viral infections, so a temporary use of inhaled bronchodilators is a good treatment. Children may develop asthma after repeated viral infections and more so if they have allergies, like food allergy or rhinitis for example. And also, children may not develop asthma but a temporary relief with inhalers will provide comfort to the child in lowering lung inflammation and constriction. Thanks. | |
How to increase chances of getting pregnant?
I am trying for my second child and with my first it only took 2 months to get pregnant. We are going on month 5, and I am gettting really discouraged. My menstrual cycle has now went from 32 to 38 days, before I was a 28 regularly. I wanted to know what can I do to help get pregnant? We are using ovulation test now, also I am waiting to start on the 30th this month, and didnt know when the best time to take a pregnancy test for this month? Should I wait till I actually late? | Hi, Pregnancy test can be taken 2 weeks after ovulation by blood beta hcg test & 3 weeks after the ovulation by home pregnancy test of urine.Thanks. | |
Can excessive masturbation cause stomach pain?
hi i am 23 yr old and i started masturbating wen i was 15 by rubbing my penis on bed and pressing it even harder wen i was about to cum..this was almost a daily routine.now for the past 10 days i am feeling a continuous stomach pain..is it coz of excessive masturbation or any other harm to my urinary bladder's sphincter???plz reply soon???? | Hello, The masturbation is safe and pleasure giving procedure. Sometimes excess masturbation can lead to groin discomfort. But it cannot lead to stomach pain and it doesn't affect balder sphincter etc. So don't worry about that. For your stomach pain, you can be prescribed rabeprazole like an antacid. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Parth Goswami, General & Family Physician | |
TMJ erruption, talking aleve, swollen neck. Should i be concerned about carotid artery?
I seem to have a TMJ erruption, since, Wednesday. I ve been talking Aleve two twice aday It seems a little better, but ,I notice a swelling on the left side of my up neck like a bulge right below the ear area. Is that the coratid artery do I need to be concerned right now? Can I wait to see a dentist or Dr. Monday? It s making me very anxious Thx for your help I just took two Aleve.Myabe, I need to put warm compress. Do you think it s something with the heart? I m 65 years old. overweight. | hello.. first of all dont be anxious at all, its a minor problem.. the swelling of neck may be your inflammed muscle.. As u had taken aleve ur inflammation is reduced.. as per ur description i think its disease of tmj related muscles and is called MPDS.. your clinical and radiographic investigations can properly diagnose the condition. pain in tmj region is commonest by MPDS .. causes include excessive occlusal load on tmj.. Removal of excessive load on tmj, Soft diet, Muscle relaxation by muscle relaxants, NSAIDs gel/ tablet, warm fomentation will resolve the tenderness and swelling in region..Carotid artery is rarely involved in TMJ diseases.. so dont worry.. | |
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 --> | |
Suggest post treatment precautions for jaundice
my moms age is 69 yrs and she has been operated for periampullary ca as she had jaundice. she is a diabetic patient. after the operation till now a month has passed . day by day she is becoming weaker and weaker. what diet should i give? and any precautions to take | Dear Friend.Hi , I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern.If she has been operated and at present she has no jaundice and is conscious and alert, you should give her high protein diet.Maintain her Hemoglobin atleast between 10-11 gm/dl.Add a good multivitamin to her medications.Give her more of green leafy vegetables.Good control of blood sugar is required in Cancer, as they have reduced immunity so chances of infections are high.This is my personal opinion based on details available here. If you still have any query you may please ask me.Stay Healthy. Dr Anshul Varshney , MD | |
Will smoking affect the heart that has undergone angioplasty recently?
my husband had a angioplasty yesterday and they found two artery blockages and put in one stent and couldn't clear the other. He is a chronic marijuana user and after 5 days in hospital is home now and smoking marijuana again. I am worried that this will have the same effect as smoking cigarrattes.........will it? | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!I passed carefully though your question and would explain that marijuana can lead to chronic changes to the vessel walls, like smoking cigarettes. I would strongly encourage stop smoking marijuana for this reason. Stents are very likely to get blocked again in a short period of time of cardio-vascular risk factors are not maintained under control. You should discuss about this with your husband. If it is difficult to stop marijuana, you should consult with a specialist of this field. Hope to have been helpful!Best wishes, Dr. Iliri | |
Q. My BP is high. Should I get checked for secondary hypertension?
Hi doctor, I was diagnosed with essential hypertension taking medicine for that. My BP is 146/92 mmHg. I do not have any symptoms. Should I get investigated to rule out secondary hypertension? | Hello. Yes certainly, you being a young hypertensive first need an evaluation to know the cause of blood pressure. You should undergo a few tests like kidney function test, renal artery Doppler, serum cortisol and 24-hour urinary metanephrines. Also get lipid profile and sugars tested. You should have a healthy lifestyle like avoiding fatty, oily and high calorie diet. Have low salt diet and monitor blood pressure regularly thrice a day for one week and then once or twice a week. If BP is persistently more than 140/90 mmHg, then you should be on medicines for it. High blood pressure is a silent killer. It rarely causes symptoms, but keep on damaging your organs. Do regular exercises like brisk walking, jogging according your capacity for at least 30 minutes a day and 5 days a week. Eat lots of green leafy vegetables, fruits, and fish once or twice a week. Avoid meat, smoking, and alcohol if any. There should not be abdominal fat deposition or obesity. For further information consult an internal medicine physician online --> | |
What causes pain full lumps on the back?
I have lumps that come and go in the part of my back both sides they are very pain full so bad I can not walk at time this has gone on for a few years getting worse. X-Rays show nothing or mri shows nothing can not stand pain getting worse do not no where to turn | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some soft tissue tumor like neurofibroma or schwannoma. Or some other painful tumour. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytolog or biopsy of that lump. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Surgical excision is the treatment of choice for most of the tumours. 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 it possible for placenta previa to move back to normal position?
Hi I am 27 and 3 days pregnant I was told that I have complete placenta previa. What are the chances of it moving? Is it normal to have a ton of pressure between the legs? I often feel like i have to pee but don t when I go to the bathroom. Is that normal and from the pressure? | Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion placenta praevia seen in early weeks usually move to upper segment in 90% of cases spontaneously.So follow up with ultrasound should be done regularly.Till then utmost care need to be taken and avoid physical strain,intercourse.Take rest.Avoid stress.Best regards.... | |
Suggest tests to confirm pregnancy
HI,Me and my girlfriend had sex a week back but did not indulge in intercourse. Though I did not penetrate my penis had come in close contact with her vagina and it did have some pre-cum on it. Will this lead to pregnancy as she seems to have not gotten her periods. Also she has got poly cystic ovaries and because of that he periods are irregular. Please advice if we should go ahead and consult a gynecologist on this. | Hi dear, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. Pregnancy occurs onlywhen there is entry of semen in the vagina.I will suggest her to get a urine pregnancy test to confirm the diagnosis, if negative, then the delay in the periods is most likely due to polycystic ovarian disease.Hope you found the answer helpful.Wishing you good health.Dr Deepti Verma | |
Suggest remedies for bladder infections
hi am 23 i have lupus sle and i suffer from alot of bladder infeftions ive just finshed a 10day course of antiboics on monday the bladder infection was making me bleed now when i go to the toliet for a bowel movement i bleed from my vigna am so scared please help me | Hello,Thank you for posting your query to HCM.The bladder infection in very rarely causes bleeding in such amounts to be visible with the eyes.The most common cause of visible bleeding is menstruation or hemorrhoids (the veins around the anus get swollen and start bleed). The second option might be your case, in my opinion, but a vaginal and rectal exam can determine it better.My recommendation would be to consider a visit to your local doctor. He will perform the labs to see if Lupus is under control. will also do a Urine culture, to decide who is the best antibiotic that will take effect for you. With a gynecological exam he can determine where is the bleeding coming from.Meanwhile try to take plenty of fluids, and have a healthy diet.Hope I have answered your questions. Let me know if you have other questions. I will be happy to answer.Take care.Dr. Klarida Papaqako. | |
Suggest treatment for a stomach spot post thyroid cancer
I recently had my thyroid removed and when the pathology report came back it had cancer. I then had the iodine radiation. They did the first body scan and there was a spot in my stomach. So I had another, same spot still there. I had a ct scan then and Dr. said that there was a spot but they were waiting to see if the radiation took care of it otherwise we would have to do a PET scan and then a biopsy. He said it wasn t good news or bad news. Is it common to have lymph nodes having this reaction. Haw long does the radiation last. Is this something I should be concerned with? Should I get a second opinion? please help | Hi,Thanks for writing in.It looks like the doctors have found a lymphnode in your abdomen and that is visible in your scan. If there is a single lymph node which is relatively small in size then it will respond better to treatment. A larger lymph node swelling can get difficult. Cancer is a challenging diagnosis and the treatment is guided by the course of the disease. No two patients will have similar disease progress and treatment is individualized.I have seen patients presenting with abdominal lymphnodes in the course of treatment for cancers in the head and neck region. It will help to take radiation as decided by your doctor. Depending on the size, location and appearance, adjuvant chemotherapy might be given depending on initial response to radiation. If possible it is better ti get PET scan done first so that it is confirmed that your nodule is an area of active disease process and to treat it early. | |
Vomiting,no fever.Cause?
my daughter is 10 and has been vomiting since 9:30 this morning and no diarreha cannot keep anything including water down, no fever, has not urinated since 11 last night. hungry but will not give her anything. any chance this is a stomach bug that needs to run it s course or should i be more concerned. | Hello, This may be a prodrome of viral diarrhea or starting phase. It will initially start with vomiting and then proceed on to diarrhea. Once it starts it will take 5-7 days to completely get better. Unless the kid's having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry. I suggest you use zinc supplements (Z&D drops 1ml once daily for 14 days) & ORS (Each small packet mixed in 200ml of potable water and keep giving sip by sip) as hydration is very important and crucial part of treatment. If there is vomiting you can use Syrup Ondansetron (as prescribed by your pediatrician). Regarding diet - Avoid fruit juices as they might aggravate diarrhea. You can give zinc supplements & ORS apart from normal vegetarian porridges & soups. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Sumanth Amperayani, Pediatrician, Pulmonology | |
What causes upper abdomen pain with skin itching?
a few days ago I was nauseated with pain in my upper abdomen.Over the next few days my urine has turned a bright orange and my skin is itching horribly.I haven t done or eaten anything unusual nor gone anywhere different.I was told many years ago that I had gallstones but haven t ever had a problem with them,since I do avoid fried foods.I drink a lot of water but was vomiting yesterday but not today.Skin is still itchy. | Hi.Thanks for your query.Your history is self -explanatory.All the symptoms go in favour of obstructive juandice.The reason is apparent. The small gallstones might have raversed and got impacted into the bile ducts causing all the problems.I would advise in such a case the following:Urgent ultrasonograph, if this is obstruction = to go for ERCP for confirmation of diagnosis and therapeutic too as we can remove the stones. Removal of the gall bladder once everything is settled.I would advise further tests like::Blood -Routine- BT CT PT , liver funstion tests and kidney function test.Urine: routine, microscopy m bile salts and pigments.Urine: routine and for bile salts and pigments.Stool-- routine and for sterobilinogen.The surgery and medical management will depend upon the reports. | |
Q. Can mosquito bite cause leg swelling?
Hello doctor, I am a 35 year old female. For four years, my right leg has swollen once in a year in the summer or when I go for agricultural works in mud fields. Initially it starts with fever, vomiting, body pain, chillness and then my leg will change to light red color and the swelling will start. Now, I am undergoing treatment. I am attaching the medical reports and the photo of my leg. My doctor told me that the swelling is due to mosquito bite. Please tell me the possible reasons for the swelling and the medical tests if any required. Please suggest the specialty doctor whom I should consult. | Hello. It looks like you had cellulitis. You might have scratched your leg and later on it has developed an infection. I think you are accumulating gas in your foot and in your leg. I think you should be seen by an orthopedic surgeon sooner rather than later. You need a complete examination of that foot with x-ray, CT scan and blood cultures. I am also afraid, if you are bone has been involved with the infection known as osteomyelitis. I do not think it is because of a mosquito bite.Please let me know if you need any further assistance. I will need to know the results of the x-ray and the blood cultures to suggest any antibiotics. 1. Gas gangrene. 2. Osteomyelitis. CBC (complete blood count), kidney and liver function test, electrolytes, CRP (C-reactive protein), x-ray of the foot and lower leg. Consider CT scan of the leg as well. Revert back with the reports to an internal medicine physician online.---> | |
Can a broken tooth lead to swelling in mouth?
i have a tooth that broke in half a year ago and then i slacked and didnt get it fixed it hurt un controllably for 2 weeks i have no medical insurance and today i woke up and my face a jaw and mouth around the tooth is swollen. im a laid off emt so i have needles and such in my bag and was wondering if i should drain the puss out. and there are no lumps so its not abcesed | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The pain and swelling is because of the tooth infection secondary to the trauma. Consult a oral physician and get a radiograph to rule out the infection. Mean while you can take a course of antibiotics like amoxicillin 500mg and metronidazole 400mg tid for 5 days (if you are not allergic). Once you get money, you can get the tooth treated with RCT or extraction.I hope my answer will help you, take care. | |
How can pain and infection in mouth be treated?
Sir i am 25 year old i started chewing gutkha for 1 month now i quite it completle because of black colour formation inside my mouth as well as mouth doesnt open properly. Previously i can put 4 to 5 finger inside my mouth now three. Suggest me some medicines for that. Thank you | Hi Thanks for the query. Well, within a month the mouth opening does not reduce so much Also 3 finger mouth opening is considered normal. Also, I would like to tell you that staining inside mouth can be due to tobacco chewing habit and in-case if you stop chewing tobacco, gradually the discoloration will reduce. If you feel thickening inside cheeks and tightness with blanching [blanching is whitish or pale appearance of the mucosa then you need to consult an oral physician and get checked so that he can rule out if there is any fibrous growth inside the cheeks and advise you medications accordingly. Hope this helps. Regards Dr. Honey Arora, Dentist | |
What are the chances of recovery of a person with one kidney and lung disease?
my uncle suffering from lungs problem, he is not brething properly or without ventilator and also have single kidney ,know he is in fortis modi hospital kota and taking treatment by nafrologist sh. vikas khandaliya. patient age is 70 & admitted in hospital since 30 days and 10 times gone through dailasis | HelloThanks for query .Your uncle of 70 years old is admitted in ICU with multi organ failure and on ventilator is under care of a qualified Nephrologist .The out come of treatment as regards recovery entirely depends upon his response to antibiotics ,urine output,status of kidney function that is reflected in his blood urea and serum creatinine levels and liver function .With single functioning kidney and supportive measures there are high chances of full recovery .Dr.Patil | |
Suggest a diet to cure fatty and enlarged liver
Iam 54 yr old female . Now i have been diagonised for fatty and enlarged liver.Iam an indian with clean habits and vegetarian. kindly suggest diet and excersie scheduel. iam weighing 63 kilos and ht 157 cm. can i do cross ramp.kindly suggest. Regards and thanks Rajisrikar | Thank you for posting your query.increase in the level of liver enzymes reflect an INJURY to the Liver. medically, the condition is know as "Hepatitis".Though your diagnosed with Fatty liver but your also advised to test for HepB & C serology.further advice:- abstinence from "Alcohol and drugs" - LOW or fat free diet should be followed- eat small meals (fat and red meat free) at regular intervals.- Moreover, (no sports)but you may walk daily for around 30 to 40minutes.cross ramp is not contraindicated - use lemon juice (lemonade) once in a day- recheck liver enzymes after 4 to 6 weeks.- viboliv drug maybe used ( after consulting your treating physician/ hepatologist)wish you good health.further queries are welcomed.Health professionals aim to diagnose properly and manage patients according to their limited knowledge. Cure is blessed by the ONE who Created us, whose power and knowledge is unlimited .wish you good health.regards,Dr Tayyab Malik | |
What do I do for butt cheek pain after falling?
I slipped on some wet cement tiles today and landed on my left butt cheek, not my tailbone, and now I am in a lot of pain. I know you can t break your butt cheek, but what would cause so much pain. It is not bruised, it just hurts a lot. It is hard for me to walk and I can t sit on that side of my butt. My question is what could be causing so much pain? | Hi,Thank you for providing the brief history of you. As you mentioned the mechanism of injury we should understand that when ever there is a fall, there might be two things, either muscular injury or either a bony injury.Undergoing an MRI of the Lumbar spine will help provide some input. Sometimes due to fall there are chances that you may damage the soft tissue of the lumbar spine and also the bony alignments are disturbed. The reason for this is the whole load is borne by the lumbar spine as there is a tremendous thrust on the hip region due to fall. Most cases landing on the hip region during the fall, land into the injury of the lumbar spine and get misdiagnosed due to improper assessment plan. I will recommend to undergo an MRI of the lumbar spine to get assess further into the depth of the issue.RegardsJay Indravadan Patel | |
Burning sensation due to eating a pot of noodle, please suggest me
I have just eaten a pot noodle and now my insides are burning but i know it's not heartburn, what is it ? | May be its just the spice that is burning the insides..it it does not subside after taking OTC acidity medicines, then you should be consulting your doc, it might be serious. | |
Can cataract surgery adversely affect the trigeminal neuralgia?
I have had trigeminal neuralgia for approximately 15 years. On Dec. 20th & Jan. 3rd I had cataract surgery. First the left eye, then the right eye. In the last few weeks I have had a return of my trigeminal neuralgia. It had been under control with 800mg of carbatrol. It is particularly severe on the right lower side of my face. I increased my dosage of carbatrol to 1200mg 2 days ago with no result as yet. I have been prescribed Percocet which I will start tomorrow morning. My question is did the surgery adversely effect the trigeminal neuralgia? | Hello, It is really not possible to give you a firm answer to that question since there are literally numerous things that can trigger exacerbations of trigeminal neuralgia which has been under control and surgical manipulations of any part of the face or structures of the face are definitely recognized as possible causes. But so is anesthesia, other medications that could have been given to you for pain management or control or inflammation. And so, knowing for sure if surgery caused or led to loss of control is not possible to say with any certainty in my opinion. Your best bet is to speak with your neurologist and once again begin the search for a medication to help. Over the past 15 years there have been developments of many newer (and sometimes better) medications to control neuropathic or neuralgic types of pain so this could be a good time to try something a bit more updated than carbatrol. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Dariush Saghafi, Neurologist | |
Suggest treatment for numbness and pain in wrist
I am a 43 year old healthy girl. my left arm has been feeling numb for a few days with some pain in the wrist. today the numbness has moved up to the left side of my face. i have good blood pressure and resting heart beat. i am fitness instructor and very active. Should i be alarmed? had a physical i month ago and blood cbc came back grea.t | kindly visit the neurologist for special tests to detect the reason and severity of numbness. needs evaluation to find the cause and treatment | |
What causes swollen/red toe while having lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma?
My husband has recently been diagnosed with Lymphoplasmocytoid Lymphoma. He has not yet had the ct scan results to see if it has spread. He is 76 years old and we are waiting to hear if he needs treatment. Probably low doses chemo in tablet form. He has developed a swollen big toe that had a scab next to the nail and he pulled it off. The toe is very red and flaky, is it something to do with the above or can I go ahead and buy cream for athletes foot - it is not itching | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.Your husband has lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma. He should take chemotherapy for that according to stage. His toe is swollen and red but it has no relation with his lymphoma. He should take analgesic plus anti inflammtory drug for that. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. I have answered your question, if you have any doubts then contact me at bit.ly/Drsanghvihardik, I will be happy to answer you.Thanks for using health care magic.Wish you a very good health. | |
Q. l got a sore hard lump after the removal of wisdom tooth. Is it normal?
Hello doctor,I just got one side of my wisdom teeth removed both upper and lower six days ago, and I have another one scheduled after two days for the left side. The upper is 100 % fine, which they pulled. The lower they pulled the tooth without removing the root because it was too close to the nerve. I do have some stitching in this area currently on the lower cheek. Noticed a hard lump about 1 inch between my lower jawline and cheek area. Is this normal because of swelling or something else. Currently taking Amoxicillin 500 mg and Ibuprofen 600 mg. Please let me know what this hard lump is, also generally on the lower side where this lump is, remains sore. | Hello. The lump is mostly a hard swelling which forms postsurgical removal of the wisdom tooth or maybe even by swollen lymph nodes due to infection. It takes a week or two for the swelling to subside. Sometimes, if the root is still inside, the infection may be remaining there causing swelling. Get an X-ray done to find out the exact problem and stronger antibiotics like Augmentin (Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid) along with a painkiller for a week. For more information consult a dentist online --> | |
Throbbing pain in abdomen, above belly button, feels like contractions. Taken clomid. Cause of concern?
I finished my first cycle of Clomid , it did not work, and now I am on day 4 of my next cycle. Since my period started, I have had throbbing in my abdominal region from the sides wrapping around to above my belly button. Not only is it throbbing but tight like how contractions are in early stages of labor? Is this something to be concerned about? | Hello and welcome to HCM,The preparation- clomid is associated with some side effects.Abdominal or pelvic pain is one of the side effects.The pain can be in the form of tightness and/ or bloating sensation.However, there is nothing to worry.The drug has to be continued for several cycles till ovulation takes place.The ovulation has to be monitored with regular follicular scans.Thanks and take careDr Shailja P Wahal | |
What causes occasional short-lived back pain between the shoulders blades?
I am having occasional searing pain in my back between the shoulders blades. I can feel it coming on. It lasts for no more than one minute or so and then completely disappears. I've had maybe 15 or so episodes of this over the last 3 months or so. | Hi i am Dr Ahmed Aly thanks for using healthcaremagic site ,I had gone through your question and understand your concerns .. In my point of view it could be a muscular spasm due to overused muscle ,shoulder joint , heavy lifting OR it could be due to nerve compression of your cervical spine vertebrea which is more likely to accompany your past 3 months of pain episodes . For now i recommend avoiding vigorous movements , provide good sitting and sleeping postures , painkillers when needed , hot massages with topical gels , muscle relaxants will be effective if not i suggest MRI and Xray to exclude cervical herniation and visit your physician for proper management .Please click THANK YOU and consider a 5 star rating with some positive feedback if the information was helpful. Hope the above information helps you,Any further clarifications feel free to ask. | |
Severe tooth pain. X-ray shows wisdom teeth infection. Panadol, amoxicillin taken. Suggestions?
hi , I had a couple of fillings done in December. soon after the filling I started having severe pain which goes away within 10 minutes of taking panadol . went to my dentist & he said because the filling was deep so it will take time for the nerve to settle down. I spent about three months usually taking 2-3 panadol tab every day. I went back to my dentist & this time he took an x-ray & said its an infection in the wisdom teeth & it needs to be taken out. I am confused because I don't have any swelling. I am taking amoxicillin at the moment. don't really want to take out the wisdom teeth is there any thing I can do to prevent future infection? | Hi Thanks for query,If x-ray really shows that the pain is due to wisdom tooth then extraction is the treatment. If deep fillings is the reason for pain then root canal treatment is advisable.So ,thorough clinical and radiographic examination is necessary.Take care | |
Suggest permanent cure for asthma
helllo doctor... my frnd is suffering from asthma dnt v hav ny permanent cure for it. his attak is lyk he gets vry bad continous cough very bad breathing problem . most medicines he already had bt none of dem is suiitng him. sum doctors say no chemical is suiting to his bodyso hw can he be helped | Hello,Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your history and would like to make suggestions for your friend as follows:1. I would like to know more details about him like his age, since how long he has asthma, what are the symptoms, any allergies, nose symptoms, medications tried, investigations done, etc etc. These details would help me to understand his problem better and therefore to make more specific suggestions for him.2. At present, from your given history, I would suggest him spirometry with post-bronchodilator reversibility testing which helps to measures lung capacity as well as to know the type of lung dysfunction he may have.3. I usually suggest my such patients salbutamol inhaler to be used for wheezing/breathing difficulty etc. However, spirometry would help to choose inhaler for him better. From you given history, I think he might require regular inhaled corticosteroids to prevent frequent asthma attacks.4. In general, please avoid exposure to dusts, smokes and air pollution as much as possible.5. Regular physical exercises including breathing exercise as well as diet rich in vitamins & minerals would also help him in improving lung capacity as well as immunity respectively in a long run.Hope above suggestions will be helpful to you.Should you have any further query, please feel free to ask at HCM.Wish your friend the best of the health ahead.Thank you & Regards. | |
How can chronic depression be treated?
Hello! I am a 23years old student.I used to be a very bright student but then I went through a breakup and the worst part is my ex harassed mentally me for almost 2years. My childhood has not been a happy childhood my mom and dad never got along with each other and still they don t. Therefore I had no one who I could share my problems with. I am really depressed.I feel like dying.I want to study but I unable to concentrate.I cry all the time I don t want to talk to anyone.I feel helpless.. | Hello,In my opinion, it is important to talk to a therapist. Also, drugs like escitalopram are useful. Do adequate sleep exercises.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Gayathri | |
How long will it take me to get pregnant if i have PCOD?
last year i found i had pcod.after several tests my doctor has put me on fertomid.then she called me for an ultrasound and has again called me on the 2nd day of my periods next month for giving an increased dose of cc.how long will it take me to get pregnant | May be next month you conceive or may be after three or four months.. Pcos can be easily treated. Just undergo follicular monitoring | |
Suggest antidepressant for medicine induced anxiety
I have Parkinson's and anxiety. Am currently on effexor er 37.5 and want to stop due to constipation side effect. I have tried multiple anti-depressants with little success. I believe the anxiety (jitters) is a result of my parkinson's meds. It only occurs after I take my medicine. Do I have to wean off the effexor? I've been on it for 2 weeks. Can you recommend a antidepressant for med induced anxiety? I need the meds unfortunately for control of my parkinson's (14 years now) | Hello, Welcome to Health Care MagicIn more than 50% of patients of Parkinson's disease psychiatric symptoms like depression and anxiety are seen. The symptoms are seen due to disease itself and probably not due to medicines. Venlafaxine is a good drug for anxiety and depression but it is causing constipation. As per my opinion it should be tapered gradually over 2-4 weeks. There are other medicines specially SSRIs as Sertraline that can be used in anxiety and depression associated with Parkinson's patient. You can consult your psychiatrist to get prescription for the anxiety symptoms.Thanks | |
What causes a large lump on the right arm?
I have developed a nickle sized lump on my right arm just down on the side of my arm near my elbow. My arm is tender in the area and the muscles are sore radiating towards my hand from the lump. The lump seems fixed and does not move. Is this something I should be concerned with? | Respected user , HiThanks for using Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query thoroughly .* There are different possibilities for this condition as - sebaceous cyst - lipoma - ganglion - others * Strongly recommended to consult with high resolution photograph of the same for better insight of the case .Hope this clears your query .Welcome for further guidance .Regards . | |
Suggest treatment for thyroid problems
our grandson had neuroblastoma when he was 11 mos old.. from there he contracted leukemia when he was just over 2 1/2 yrs old and had a bone marrow transplant. Everything seemed ok til now.. Now the drs say he has thryroid problems and he is only 4 1/2 yrs old. what can u tell us? | dear parent, the treatment depends on the nature of thyroid problem. if he suffers from hypothyroidism, then he will need a thyroid hormonal replacement therapy. if he suffers from hyperthyroidism then he will need a medication as propylthiouracil. ifvhe suffers from thyroid tumor, he may need removal of thyroid gland | |
Is ambrolite advisable for cough in child?
Hi Doctor , My son is 22 months old and weighs 11kgs . Recently he has been coughing a lot (not dry cough) and had slight temperature last night. I called the pediatrician and he advised us to give 2.5ml of Ambrolite-D, 3 times a day . Will that be ok. What is the difference between Ambrolite S and D ? Regards, Gokul | Thanks for posting your query at HealthCareMagic. Your son has a respiratory tract infection. Usually it is caused due to a virus and has an allergic component associated. Both Ambrolite D and Ambrolite S are safe to be given. Dose is ok. Ambrolite S contains ambroxol, guaiphenesin and salbutamol whereas Ambrolite D contains Cetirizine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine and Menthol. The actions are similar. The main difference is due to the salbutamol which is a bronchodilator that helps in widening the airway tracts when there are spasms that cause wheezing.Hope that I have been able to address your queries. Feel free to revert back in case of further questions if any. | |
Is swelling in my ankles due to kidney problems or urinary incontinence?
i have swelling on my ankles and a lot of pain too. my doc put me on D£ cacium plus vitamin 12 supplements. Today someone told me that the swlling may be due to#kidney problems. I do have urinary inonsistency,,,where and how do you see the problem | Hello, Many causes for ankle swelling like 1. renal failure 2. heart failure 3. liver cell failure 4. hypoproteinemia 5. Physiological/dependent edema 6. cellulitis/deep vein thrombosis etc. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. So get it done renal function tests, colour Doppler of lower limbs, liver and cardiac examination needed. Please consult your physician he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Internal Medicine Specialist | |
How long does it to get pregnant after implanon removal followed by periods?
hello i am 21 years old I just got my implanon removed on Nov. 22nd and me and my husband are trying to get pregnant.We do have unprotected sex and recently did Nov. 28th. I am wondering how long is it going to take for me to get pregnant? Now I was on my period a week before I got it removed then came on again for two days earlier this week after it had been removed so I came on twice this month. My husband is a diabetic and due to financial situation I had to get the implant removed after it expired which was 9months after it expired. Which leads to my second question does that slim our chances to get pregnant? Any answers will help thank you. | Hello,It differs from person to person.It may take from few weeks to few months to get pregnant after removal of implanon.Removal of implant improves the chances of pregnancy.It has been seen that implanon keeps working for around a year more after the expiry date.Thanks | |
Is surgery essential for mecdial meniscus in knee?
Hello Sir,I got sport injury in my right knee around 6 month before, but it became fine automatically. But suddenly due to winter started paining. After MRI I found there is small medial meniscus tear in my right knee. There is small pain and burning feeling only. The knee is not locked, I can freely move it.Do I need meniscus repair surgery or it can be healed by medPlease advise me. | Hello,Most of the medial meniscus tear does not heal by itself. Healing depends on location of tear. If you are not symptomatic i.e., not feeling pain on movement of knee, no history of locking of knee, no problem with movement of knee then you may skip surgery although best judge is your doctor, you may discuss about various aspect of your problem with your doctor. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
Is it possible to get infected if blood gets along the side of the nail?
I am a nurse. While at work, I got a drop of blood on my index finger (intact skin area) that also got along the side of my nail (no obvious signs of non-intact area). The patient denied having any infectious diseases and states that he used to donate plasma and was "clean". I am just concerned about possible risks of true exposure as it got on the side of my nail. I immediately washed the area for several minutes, but I'm still concerned. According to my hospital, this is not considered a true exposure as I had no obvious signs of non-intact skin. | Hi,Welcome to HCM.Your hospital is right, your exposure can be termed as EC1 type of exposure which is minimal risk. There is no need to worry unnecessarily. The status of the patient also seems to be free from infectious diseases. EC1 type of exposure does not warrant any post exposure prophylaxis. Even if your skin was compromised, the volume of infected fluid and duration also matters in determining the risk. As the volume of blood was very small and you washed it right away, your risk is lowered to a minimum.Please do not get stressed about this episode but I would like to suggest you use universal precautions whenever dealing with patients.Thanks. | |
Is there a concern for placement of drug eluted stent?
i had a drug eluted stent on sunday night and out of hospital tuesday afternoon. in hospital i felt fine but now at home i feel drained and terrified something will happen to me. the doctors said i was fine to leave hospital but i am now worried i might need to have restenosis. how would i know when/if i did need this? Thanks. | hello, You shouldn't be worried at all. You will have some chest heaviness for some days. If you are taking medicine regular then chance of acute stent blockages are less than 3 % so you should not be worried. One will have very severe Chest pain associated with profuse sweating, giddiness and symptoms similar to heart attack. You should have a healthy lifestyle like avoiding fatty, oily and high calorie diet. Have low salt diet and monitor blood pressure regularly. Regular exercises like brisk walking, jogging according your capacity atleast 30 min a day and 5 days a week. Lots of green leafy vegetables, fruits, fish once or twice a week, avoid meat. Avoid smoking and alcohol if any. There shouldn't abdominal fat deposition or obesity. | |
Q. Is there any pill taken before sex to prevent pregnancy?
Hi doctor, We are not willing to use a condom. We want a natural sex without a condom. In such conditions, women take pills after sex to prevent pregnancy. But we want a pill taken before sex which can prevent pregnancy guaranteed. Is there any pill taken before sex to prevent pregnancy? Which is the best one? How much should be taken and how much time should be taken before having sex? | Hi. If the sex is the thing, then she can take I-pill or Unwanted 72 (Levonorgestrel). She can take on the day of sex or soon after the sex, just one pill. But it is needed to be taken within 72 hours of having sex. The I-pill is very high in hormones and it should not be taken more than once a month. It is an emergency pill reserved for emergency situations like sudden unplanned sex or condom breaking. If you are having sex on a regular basis, I would suggest you take the regular 28-day contraceptive pill, monthly. It is safer. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
Can permanent retainer cause pain in lower teeth?
I have had a permanent retainer for over 6 years. Every now and then my lower teeth (only the ones fixed by the retainer) hurt. It hurts to talk, breathe, or bite down with my front teeth. Tylenol, Asprin, etc. don't help at all. Is this caused by my retainer? | Hello and welcome.Thanks for sharing your concern.It appears from the history that your retainers are causing tissue impingement.That means, it is exerting undue force on your gums and teeth and surrounding tissue.It requires to be either changed with new dimensions or clinical adjustments are needed.Please remember retainers must retain the teeth and tissues in its original place.Force applied in wrong direction can damage the tissues.Please revisit your orthodontist and discuss it.It requires attention.Meanwhile you can apply dologel in the affected areas.Thanks.Take care | |
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 --> | |
Q. I have jaw pain which is radiating to my arm. Is it a cardiac or TMJ problem?
Hi doctor, I am a 34 year old female, and I have had some palpitations. I was diagnosed with very mild MVP, about five years ago. I go yearly for an echocardiogram. I had my annual heart checkup beginning this year, and I redid an echocardiogram again, and a stress test on the treadmill, and also wore a Holter monitor. All came back normal. I am afraid that something is wrong with my heart. Yesterday, we were driving back from a trip, and my left lower jaw had intermittent pain, which was radiating to my arm. The pain was on and off for about half the day. Today, my entire jaw, forehead, neck, and upper back are sore. It scares me that it is heart-related. I have also been diagnosed with TMJ problem, and I wear a mouthguard for it. What do you think? I am very active, and I run every week. What would those tests show? Will they show potential problems with the heart? | Hello. I have read your complaints, and there is no need for worry. Best regards. For more information consult a cardiologist online --> | |
Suggest treatment for right sided back pain while breathing or coughing
The right side of my back hurts all the time but is more painful when I breath or move around when I cough it hurts more. When I put pressure on it to cough or move it doesn't hurt as much as it would if I didn't the pain never goes away but is bearable if I don't move. I can not lay on my left side because the pain in my right side is unbearable but I find some relief laying on my right side even though the pain is there am getting worried had it now for three days today. | A non radicular pain in back increasing with straining is usually musculoskeletal in origin. Since it is for only three days now, take some analgesics and muscle relaxants round the clock for five days like combination of diclofenac and thiocholchiside twice daily along with hot water formentation. If the pain is worsening after medications or not improving you will need through history and examination to see other possible causes. you should visit a pain physician or orthopedecian some the same. | |
Surgery is required if muscle strength is lost due to herniated disc?
I had a sciatica episode about 9 weeks ago during a hiking trip. I have herniated discs between L3 and L5 which have resulted in loss of muscle strength in my left leg (especially the quadricep, vastus lateralis) and loss of patellar reflex. Two neuro-surgeons and a PT have told me that surgery is necessary. However, I m going to a osteo-therapist and experiencing some gains, but still have significant loss of strength and reflexes. Is surgery necessary? If so, how long should I try a conservative treatment before getting the surgery (my doctor recommends a discectomy)? Thanks for your advice, Harold | Hi, I Know you have been through a lot and it always causes fear in public when one is asked to undergo surgery. See, herniated disc has causes compression of nerve roots, which lead to loss of power. Surgery will not only take care of your discomfort but will also help you in recovering the loss of strength. The more time you taker to decide, it can cause more damage. Rehabilitation after surgery is very important. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Rajesh Hingwe, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
What causes cloudy or muddy urine to a 4 year old?
My daughter is just 4 years old she is active. two days before she ate pomegranate.Cashew and almonds are eaten daily by her. from yesterday she is having cloudy or muddy or brown type urine. What is its cause? should i go t hospital? hope you will help me. | HI...cloudy and muddy urine could be due to the previous days eatables which colored or it could be due to urinary tract infection. Unless the kid is having low urine output or generalized body swelling or breathlessness or abdominal distention or continuous vomiting...you need not worry about it. As you have not mentioned about fever - I assume that there is no fever so I feel that it is not Urinary tract infection also.I suggest you get an urine routine analysis done and get back to me.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
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 --> | |
Suggest treatment for chest pain,tingling in arms and sore throat
I have been to the ER three times and the dr twice. I am having a lot of pressure, pain, tingling and what feels like heat in the back of my head, neck, pain and pressure in my chest and ribs, pain in my right side below my ribs and on the right side of my back, tingling and pain in both arms and hands and now my tongue is numb and my back feels like it s burning and my throat is sore. They did panels, urinalysis, chest xray, all came back normal. They re saying it s anxiety. They refused to do a ct. I m at a loss. It s just getting worse. | lookign to your history your symptoms are related to anxiety,you must start anxiolytic medicines ,you should try mouth dissolving clonezepam when your symptoms start and you will immediately feel better,which would almost confirm your diagnosis of anxiety.also you should get your vit B12 level to rule out deficiency.also take round the clock aplrazolam 0.25 mg thrice a day for 4 weeks. | |
What precautions to take after the accident?
Hi, yesterday at 8 am I touched an air cooler steel body with my right hand . I felt severe shock but did not lose consciousness or get a burn though kept lying down due to left side weakness for about 20 minutes which gradualy improved . I have discomfort on my left side from head[pointed pain inside left head] to toe including eyes and neck stiffness . My left arm and hand feels weak and heavy but has improved much since yesterday.inside of left ribs and The left side of my chest feels like it has a slight pressure .ECG was found normal after 4 hours and i could walk though with a litte discomfort on left . I am a 4 year old left sided stroke patient on daily dose of Ecospirin 150 and Atorva 10 mg -resting since-- kindly advice further - Thank you ! | Hi thanks for writing to us . I will advice you to start with physio therapy .Apart from that nothing to be done. | |
Suggest remedy for mild anxiety and chest pains
Hi I'm 18 years old and suffer from mild anxiety. From time to time I get a sharp pain on the left side of my chest, much like a stitch from running, that makes it painful to inhale. It goes away after a few seconds, and usually occurs when I'm resting, but stretch or bend funny. What could this be? | As you stated that you frequently suffer from anxiety therefor in your case this can be due to sudden anxiety or panic attacks which lead to such condition but that must be evaluated by a psychiatrist before labelling you as a case of this issue | |
Suggest treatment for pain due to tooth infection
i have an abcessed tooth. last week my dentist was going to try to go ahead and remove the tooth, but never could get the area all the way numb. She sent me home with antibiotics and said she would try to work me in later. My tooth is getting worse, i am having headaches, stomach aches, and I can feel where she tried to deaden my gums to numb them...my gum and jaw are swollen and extremely painful...almost more than my tooth. It hurts to chew or smile or open my mouth very wide (like to yawn, ex). Is there something I should be concerned about or just wait for her to fit me in. | Thanks for your query, i have gone through your query. The pain and swelling could be because of the tooth and space infection. The local anesthesia will not work when there is active infection. You need to take a course of antibiotics like Capsule augmentin 625mg bid and metronidazole bid for 5days(if you are not allergic). Do saline gargling, do not apply any pressure over the swelling by touching it or giving any hot fomentation. just take a pain killer just before 30 minutes of extraction. i hope my answer will help you take care. | |
What causes deep dent on top of head?
I have a deep dent in the top of my head right at my hair line that goes back a few inches. This dent is an inch wide as well. It s pretty deep and I ve never hit my head that hard where this dent is. It s been a recent discovery and seems to get deeper or wider by the week. Should I be worried or does this happen to other people also? | According to me, the presence of depression on skull not associated with trauma should be evaluated properly. Some diseases cause loss of skull bone like myeloma, osteoclastic tumour, histiocytosis X, hormonal abnormalities. You need to undergo xray skull or preferably Ct head with bone window. Rest investigations may be planned accordingly if imaging comes abnormal. Wishing u good health. | |
Is pain in head after an injury a sign of concussion?
Hi, I fell off of the side of my bed and slammed the right side of my head on the ground resulting in sharp pain throughout my entire face/head. Ten minutes later i looked at the area and there is a lump on top of my right temple and it feels like i have a concussion. Is this dangerous to let heal on its own or should i see a doctor? | Hi welcome to HCM Dear ,It is natural to feel pain, if any part of your body is injured . For your info , The most common and least serious type of traumatic brain injury is called a concussion . It is the sudden but short-lived loss of mental function that occurs after a blow or other injury to the head. Lump /bump is a kind of swelling , a natural process after injury . Blood collects at the location of the injury, and initially causes the distinctive red and blue coloring under the skin. As the bruise heals, it may turn yellow, until it finally resolves after a weeks time .Every concussion injures your brain to some extent. This injury needs time and rest to heal properly. Most concussive traumatic brain injuries are mild, and people usually recover fully with in a short period . Some Home remedies may help you recover fast -:1 )Apply Hot pad on the injured part for 10- 15 minutes , 2-3 times a day .2) Apply Aloe vera jelly Take a level spoon of turmeric powder in a cup of hot milk 2-3 times a day .Take 2 drops of Homeopathic Ladum 30 ,twice in 4 table spoon of water for 2 days . All will help alley pain and swelling . Consult your doctor for advice if you receives anything more than a light bump on the head and if problem persists .Hope this helps solve your query Take care All the best. wish you good health ahead | |
What does redness in the area arond my incision indicate after surgeries for papillary throid cancer?
I recently underwent two surgeries to have my thyroid removed due to papillary thyroid cancer. I am two weeks post second surgery and noticed today that the area around and below my incision is red (like a sunburn). I didn't know if this might suggest an infection at the incision or a reaction to hormone meds. | Hi and welcome to HCM. Thanks for the query.In most cases this is wound infection considering what you ve described but if there is no fever or pus discharge at wound then you dont have to be worried. you should just see your doctor who can decide are antibitoics neceesary ot not. Wish you good health. Regards | |
What causes clicking noise in neck?
Last night i lifted up by 5 month old s neck to wipe milk off of it. i heard a click. And then when he fell asleep i kept hearing a clicking noise as he was sucking on his pacifer so i removed it and he kept making that clicking noise. could his jaw be dislocated? | Hello, Yes, there may be a dislocation in the jaws, you must ask a pediatrician examination as it may cause suffocation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Salah Saad Shoman | |
Q. I had micronutrient and thyroid tests for hair breakage and falling. Kindly help.
Hello doctor, I have an underactive thyroid and on 100 mg of thyroid and had a micronutrient test as hair has been breaking and falling out. The tests came back with selenium and zinc deficiency but also severe iodine deficiency (12). My nutritionist suggested multivitamins FemForte Multi which contains 150 ug (100 % of daily intake). Nutritionist asked me to check with the general practitioner if it is fine for me to take the supplements with iodine in it and whether it is going to have a negative impact on my thyroid and my well-being or is it absolutely fine to take the supplements. | Hi. If you have iodine deficiency hypothyroidism, then it should not be a problem but you need to see if you have autoimmune thyroid disease in which case you cannot take iodine supplement. For more information consult a general practitioner online --> | |
Is bleeding with large clots a normal side effect of inserting mirena?
Hi, I had Mirena inserted 4 weeks ago and have been having on off bleeding and small clots since. In the past week the bleeding has increased becoming very heavy at times with large clots (almost size of ping pong ball) coming out as well. Is this a normal side effect? | NamastheWelcome to Healthcare-MagicGreetings of the dayYes its occasionaly seen.There is no cause of concern.It should resove on its ownIn case you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.Wishing you happy and healthy lifeTake CareBest RegardsDr T Sobha DeepakMBBS, MD | |
Does children s Advil help in easing pain at the back of head?
My 6yo woke up from a nap crying about his head hurting really bad, mainly in the back part. His temp is 96.3. He said it s been hurting since this morning, but now it s worse. He also has a little bit of a runny nose and sore throat with a slight cough. He s tired. Should I give him his children s Advil since his temp is so low? | Hi,It seems that he might behaving viral infection producing headache.You can give Advil syrup for headache.Give him after food or milk.Give him plenty of water and liquid as well.Ok and take care. | |
What to do if had slight pain under rib cage after a gall bladder attack?
I had a gallbladder attack 9 weeks ago, I was treated with antibiotics an IV fluids for 4 days. The ultrasound shows 8mm stone and 2 more of 4mm. I am vegan and had not other attack since then. the only issue I have is slight pain under my rib cage. I wonder if that slight pain is going to go away. Doctor said that could be an internal bruise from the attack | hi.noted history of gallstones associated with pain. even if you're vegan now, the pain wouldn't go away if the underlying pathology (gallstones) is still there. antibiotics will only decrease the inflammation of your gallbladder but will not dissolve the stones. it is best if you consult with a doctor with urgency, preferably a general surgeon and especially now that the symptom is persistent and bothersome, for physical examination and clinical evaluation. diagnostics and management (medical and surgical) will be directed accordingly. definitive treatment is cholecystectomy (surgical removal of the gallbladder), which could be done laparoscopically (goldstandard) or thru open technique. hope this helps. good day!!~dr.kaye | |
Puss cells of 20-25/ hpf in a 13 months baby, kindly suggest immediate treatment
Puss cells of 20-25/ hpf in a 13 months baby. Dear Doctor Hi I am from Delhi My daughter is dignosed with 20 25/ hpf puss cells. She is just 13 months old and need your advise on: * is it normal to have a level of 20-25/ hpf puss cells to a 13 months old baby ? * how bad is this for a kid of 13 months old ? * what is the immediate treatment ? * where can we take her for the treatment? * will it affect her in the longer run or in future in her growth? * we are from delhi so please advise the best health centre for the treatment ? Thanks for all your help and assistance and shall look forward for your advise. Rgds Tj | pus cells in urine is not a normal condition.it is due to urinary tract infection.u need to go for a short trem treatment.kindly tell other urine related symptoms like if baby weeps before urnination or foul smell in urnine or any itcing at urination area.homeopathy may be best option as it is quiet safe for kids and wil give quick result thanks regards dr.jagat www.drjagat.com | |
What causes pressure in the left side of the chest?
I am a 27 year old female. I have had feeling of uncomfortable pressure on the left side of my chest often. More at bedtime. Tonight it feels heavier and more persistent. Also I feel like I have a knot in my upper left side of my back. Just to the right of my shoulder blade. Should I be concerned tonight? | Hi, firstly rule out acidity and gas by taking a good antacid liquid with simethicone and also take Omeprazole 20.If there is no relief you may need an x-ray chest, ECG and medical opinion to rule out Mitral valve prolapse and other causes--regards | |
What causes vomiting and loose motion in children?
My kid is 2 1/2 years old, since yesterday evening suddenly he started vomiting and loose motion, even water also he is vomiting. I have taken him to pediatrician yesterday and he gave non metrogyl. but no effect till no. baby is passing motion like water. Pls help | Hello,Your baby is probably suffering from gastroenteritis resulting in diarrhea and vomiting. Most of the cases are due to viral infection. You will have to make sure that your baby doesn't get dehydrated. Continue ORS solution and feed as frequently as possible.ORS is the most important part of treatment. For vomiting you may add syrup Ondansetron. If baby is becoming weak and lethargic you should consult your pediatrician and ask of intravenous fluids.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Khan Shoeb Mohammad Sher Mohammad | |
Can i get pregnant during the time of missing few Falmina pills?
I missed 5 days in a row in the first week of falmina. I had unprotected sex during the time the pills were missed. No other forms on contraceptive was used. I have been on the pill for 6 years. What are the chances I could have become pregnant during the time the pills were missed? | Hello there,Thank you for the question.Oral contraceptive pills like Falmina work efficiently when taken correctly. If you miss more than 2 doses of these pills in a month then their efficiency goes down considerably. Now that you have missed 5 doses of the pill that too in the first week they are completely inefficient and there is a good chance that you could get pregnant from the intercourse during that period. Although in the first week after a period it is the safe period and so it is less likely but the chance cannot be denied. So if you miss your period by 2-3 days then please get a urine pregnancy test to confirm that you are not pregnant. Try not to miss more than 2 doses in a month and if you do always use alternative forms of contraception. If you miss a dose take it immediately when you remember or take it next day with that day's pill. Hope this helps.Take care. | |
How to detect if damaged nerves in the gum are healing?
I recently had my wisdom teeth removed 8 days ago. The top, inner left side of my mouth is still numb and I'm getting a little worried. How can I tell if the damaged nerves are healing? I have been feeling tingling sensations in the roof of my mouth for the past four days. Is that a good sign? | Thanks for using Health Care Magic.Read your query.The numbness is due to prolonged anesthesia which usually happens due to any injury to the nerve during injection or due to trauma to nerve during the extraction.This numbness usually gets better with time and you just have to relax .Usually the time cannot be predicted for this as it takes its own course.Just relax,take a healthy diet and you can consult your local doctor and take Vitamin B and C supplement , or Neurobion tablet . Massage the gums and use warm saline gargling.You will have your senses back and will have a normal feeling.Do continue with salt water gargling.Hope this was helpful.Thanks and regards. | |
How does Inositol hexaphosphate reduce blood sugar levels that are elevated?
I have been taking 2 capsules in the morning on an empty stomach for 3 months for high blood sugar readings hovering around 250, and A1C 7.4. Since taking Ip6 Inositol my blood sugars now hover around 100 and my most recent A1C is 6.2.How does this product reduce sugar levels? | Hello,Inositol is a vitamin-like substance which helps insulin work better. It is commonly used in diabetes with pregnancy. It can cause nausea, stomach pain, tiredness, headache, and dizziness.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Saumya Mittal | |
I am get stomach and back ache after my meal. Am i suffering from gastroenteritis ?
hi i m 20yrs old.i m suffering from stomach and back ache from the last 1wk.the pain starts after having my food. my doctor as prescribed me the fowolling tablets; panlid-dsr normet colimex what is the problem? plzz help | HIWELCOME TO HEALTHCARE MAGIC FORUM it look like gastro enteritis and your doctor has prescribe best medicine but if you dont get better by these medicine than better to go to gastrologist avoid oily and spicy food drink more water and milk i hope i answered your question | |
Can bleach cause any cognitive impairment or respiratory problems?
I was just at a soccer game, and I am a goalie. I left my gloves at home, so I borrowed someone else s. They told me that they just cleaned them. I put them on and played, but I realized almost immediately that the gloves had a pungent smell of bleach, I was breathing it in during the match. Could that cause any cognitive impairment, or respiratory problems? | Dear, Welcome to HCMWe understand your concernsI went through your details. Inhaling bleach fumes can cause several health risks including damage or burning of the lining of the esophagus or lungs. That can lead to coughing, gurgling breathing sounds and trouble getting enough air. These symptoms can be mild, moderate or severe depending on the amount of exposure and your respiratory health. But, there could not be any effect on your cognition. From the given description, it seems that your ingestion could be very low and insignificant. I don't think there was any symptoms as above. If there are any symptoms, please consult a physician.If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. Make sure that you include every minute detail possible. Hope this answers your query. Further clarifications are welcome.Good luck. Happy New Year. Take care. | |
Suggest remedy for diarrhea and cold
Hi i took my 5 old month baby to see the doctor today as he has had dioreah since wednesday, also a cold which she gave me sme antibotics to use with him. but im worried beccause she said it will make him have more dioreah. i really dnt want him to get worse with his dioreah as all he is doing is sleeping all the time or crying the other. He also hardly taking any of his feed and when he does it comes straight back out. is there anything i can do to help? thanxs | Dear parent, for the diarrhea you should use an antidiarrheal medication together with oral rehydration solution 5 tea spoons for every pound of child's weight with every time he passes stool. make sure the child is adequately hydrated with enough fluids and milk. use an antiemetic to stop vomiting ( other than primperane as contraindicated in children) . try to offer only soft easily swallowed food as soup, youghurt and jelly . following these measures will not make the antibiotic worsen the diarrhea so continue on the antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor | |
What causes upper arm aches along with swollen wrists and fingers?
I have aches in my upper arm on both arms swollen wrists and fingers swollen with a bulge on the outside of each wrist fingers are stiff and sore. knuckles ache Worse in the morning I can not even lift my arms over my head in the morning. movement gets a bit better as day goes on but constant pain and ache and I am scared | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have upper arm aches along with swollen wrists and fingers. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like sudden impacts ,arthritis , rheumatoid arthritis , carpal tunnel syndrome , gout or ganglion cysts. I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI along with physical examination , urine test . Doctor may recommend surgical removal or may prescribe antibiotics , allopurinol along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy . For now apply warm compresses and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Do not lift heavy object with arm and give proper rest to your arm . Doctor may fix the abnormality by plaster , splint or bandage in case of fracture .Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari | |
Stunted wisdom tooth growth, painful mouth and jaw, neck pain. What can be done?
Hello, my name is Cassandra! I have this wisdom tooth that has been coming in for a little over 2 years now.. It s on the bottom right.. I can see the whole top of the tooth, but it s not fully grown in yet.. I ve never had any problems with it until sunday morning I woke up with very bad pain in my mouth. From there it progressed to pain in the whole right side of my whole head even down to my neck . I can t hardly open my mouth wide enough to eat because my jaw is a little stiff. It hurts to swollow. My right tonsil is swollen. There is this round lump looking thing right above the back of the tooth on the jaw line. That is what really hurts the worst if it s touched or anything. It s hard to brush my teeth with that there because the pain is so intense.. The tooth is coming in straight, but I guess there is little room for it to completely come in... Can you give me some answers please weather or not I would need to get this wisdom tooth cut out?? And if the lump over the tooth is from the tooth itself?? I have kind of been worrying about it because I ve never had a problem like this before and there s a knot in my mouth... | hi cassandra , Wisdom tooth is the last tooth to erupt in the oral cavity and its eruption is often associated with pain and discomfort , difficulty in opening the mouth. Often wisdom tooth are impacted in the jaw bone due to which they fail to erupt in straight line axis with the adjacent tooth , they may be horizontal , tilted mesially or distally in the jaw which makes their eruption difficult leading to pain and swelling in the jaw bone. As the area is difficult to clean , the overlying gum or mucosa is more prone to infection and often gets inflammed know as pericoronitis. i suggest you to visit a dentist and get an OPG radiograph done , which will show the exact position of the tooth in the jaw and the related vital structures. Accordingly the tooth is removed surgically under local anesthesia by an oral surgeon. i hope this helps , take care | |
What are the possible treatments for sedated terminal cancer ?
Sedated terminal cancer patient, no viable conversation or food in about 4 days. Only minimal water intake for oral meds. Refused most while able to voice such. Sleeps now constantly but has had 2 very overpowering foul bowel movements. Watery to paste consistency, dark brown and now almost gelatinous. The patient is aware of nothing it seems at this point. If no food in 3 to 4 days.....what is causing the foul bowel movements? | Hi. Overpowering foul bowel movements are suggestive of intestinal infection due to very low resistance power of the patient. | |
Could meloxicam elevate liver enzymes in blood?
went to doctor for blood test and liver enzymes came back 10 times the normal limit the day before i went in for test i had been sick fever chills and vomiting i also take meloxicam could that cause high enzyme count all other blood test taken that day came back fine | Hi and welcome to HCM. Thank you for your query.Yes, this is possible causes since its effect on liver markers is known and if you dont take any other medication so if there is no viral hepatitis then it could be caused by meloxicam and its dosage should be reduced.Wish you good health. Regards | |
What causes vomiting with foul smelling gas?
My son has the following symptoms today and seems to have this at least once a month for the past several months. He has vomiting (clear/mucous) along with foul smelling gas. He is 7 years old and is pretty healthy for the most part, with exception of these bouts of what seems to be the stomach flu. However, no one else ever gets sick. He doesn t run a fever at all. He gets really weak and can t stand straight up to walk easily and this hits him out of no where. | He is suffering from gastritis. all the symptoms match with gastritis which is also common in this age group. avoid too sour, too hot food. avoid keeping him in empty stomach for more than 3 hrs. Dont put stress on him, avoid scolding him, or fighting in front of him. Give him Tab Lanzol 15mg once daily in empty stomach for 1 month. When pain is very severe give syr Pepsigard P 6ml stat. | |
Suffering from chronic kidney failure. Where can I get free kidney transplant?
Namaste doctor,i m a Yoga teacher and want to help a person age 21yrs a chronic kidney failure.since he belongs to a very poor family n being the only breadwinner at his home.is there any wayout to help him with kidney transplant free of cost in sri sai baba hospital or can u suggest me the minimum charging hospital for a kidney transplant.in bangalore please help him my no is 0000 | Dear good samaritan, thanks for your enquiry. I work at Narayana Hrudayalaya, Hosur road and we are probably the most economical in Karnataka. We do access to certain funds to help poor people. We very strictly only entertain directly related donors (Parents, siblings and children). If the donor is blood group compatible, cost is low, else it will be vey high due to the special treatment we have to give pre-transplant. You can ask your friend to drop in and meet me sometime. Best wishes. Dr. Rammohan Bhat | |
Acne, pimples. History of asthma. Have haemochromatosis. Suggest?
I am 40 year old male 96 kg, 184cm tall. R And of average fitness . I have a history of asthma which I take a prevention for and I have haemochromatosis. I normally have. Blood taken 4 times a. Year but have not had any taken for 1. Year. 4 weeks ago I started to developed really. Bad. Achne on my back. 4 pimples and lots white craps. I squeeze. Them and they go away but more will. Appear in different spots. Why would I suddenly get them. ? Thanks YYYY@YYYY | Your body immunity decreases as the age increases.As age increases the immune system goes dowd evantually even if you are on medicines your initial allergies will be rising or the other systems are involved like skin,stomach or bones So acne is also turnout of allergie Dont use greesy and oily food Stop using all routine oils almonds coconut walnut groundnut soya Apply olive and use olve for cooking Take doxi 100 mgm bd or 2 week apply clidamycin gel twice a day on affected parts can also apply histocalamine once a day do for long time along wth other medicines you are taking for asthma | |
What causes lumps below nipple in males?
Hi, i m 30 years old indian male.when i was 14 years old i experinced one small gland beneth my left nipple n it was paining tendorly then after sometime i felt the same in my right nipple as well i dint discuss with my parents that time due to shame n poor financial condition of my family. later on it went on to become flat n covering more surface area around my nipples probabbly 3 cms in radius with 1 cms depth.currently left chest is bigger than right with both having diffrent shape.kindly advise me what will be best option n how many days hospitalisation surgery needs | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, you are mostly having gynecomastia (enlargement of breast in males). The most common cause for this is hormonal imbalance. So better to first diagnose the cause for your condition. Consult endocrinologist and get done hormone levels, mammography. If it is due to hormonal imbalance then hormonal therapy will be helpful, otherwise surgical reduction mammoplasty is an option. So better to consult endocrinologist, first diagnose yourself and then start appropriate treatment. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Suggest remedy to remove candy from lungs
Iwas reclined watching tv with a werthers caramal hard candy with soft center anyway i dozed off with it in my mouth and it got sucked into my lungs. I went to ER for xrays but nothing showed up. I know its in there im a little light headed can you help? | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. You are having foreign body aspiration. Candy will not show on chest x ray because it is non metallic structure. For diagnosis of foreign body aspiration, bronchoscopy is must. Bronchoscopy will also helpful in removal of foreign body if at all present in lung. So it is both diagnostic as well as therapeutic intervention. So better to consult pulmonologist and discuss all these and get done bronchoscopic evaluation. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
What causes annoying twinges in the chest?
Hi.im 30 and keep gettin twinges in my chest.Not painful as such more annoyin than anythn.Also smtimes get short of breathe n poundn feelin as if my heart beatn hard and like i can hear it.Even smthing as simple as gettin up from a chair and walk to another rm it happens. | Hi welcome to HCM...Here without physical examination and subsequent investigation no more comment can be given...Investigation needed with ...-Auscultation of respi system and heart sound -blood pressure measurement-EKG-Echo only if needed -chest x ray only if needed -CBC According to cause further treatment can be guided ....Advise : Nearby physician or cardiologist consultation for examination...Take care | |
Suggest treatment for episodes of unconsciousness
i'm getting uncosious suddenly from last week, seems issue related to my nerve system, earlier i had this problem but was medicated for 3 years and i was ok, this happened about 10 years back, now i'm getting this unconsiousness, could you please guide me | Hi friend.. I am a neurologist. it looks like a seizure. since many year you were symptoms free and aga8n developed same symptoms please do MRI Brain and EEG. treat accordingly if abnormality. if normal then start antiepiletics ....you can start with Tab Leviteracetam 500 mg Twice a day. Thanks All the best ... | |
Does a mild back injury take long to heal?
I slipped and fell in the tub. I hit the lower side of my body about mid way from my arm and back. I can stand but cannot sit. Fells fine when lying on my back with the heat. I have taken Tylenol and Flexarel for pain. The injury happen Yesterday. I have a little swelling and slight reddish on my back where I fell. What is the process of healing. | Dear patient Bony injury to your back needs to be ruled out by X-ray of the dorsolumbar spine anteroposterior and lateral views. Swelling and redness may be due to haematoma formation. Apply ice packs locally. Start tab Zerodol SP twice a day for pain relief. Take rest on hard bed. Apply ice packs over the swelling. If X-ray is normal nothing to worry. If X-ray is abnormal. Please consult orthopedic surgeon nearby your area with report. Take Care! Regards, Dr. Jayesh Vaza, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
What is the treatment for severe abdominal pain?
hello, my name is sharlotte. im 28 5ft2 and weigh roughly 12 stone. i am experiencing an abdominal pain in my left side. the pain is coming over suddenly and i find it hard to move around without the pain getting worse. do you have any ideas what could b the problem? | Hi Sharlotte.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.This is the classical pain one gets if you a stone in the left ureter or has colitis on the left side. Get ultrasonography to confirm this and get treated according to the reports. | |
Is there any way to judge increase in iron content in blood apart from lab tests?
March 8 I was admitted to hospital for blood transfusion as hemoglobin was 5.7. After 3 pints of blood, I was released at 9.5. I was advised due to my continuing heavy periods and multiple fibroids, biggest at 6.3cm, I would need to be referred for hysterectomy. I am presently taking prescribed ferrous sulfate 325mg 2x day in addition to prenatal vitamins as extra vitamin coverage with orange juice to help the absorption. In addition I have altered my diet to increase my iron intake through food. Before getting a lupron shot I had started my cycle and the day of the lupron shot my hemoglobin was 10.1. Aside from providing a sample to the lab, is there any way to know how well the increased iron is helping to raise my hemoglobin? Dr will not do the surgery if hemoglobin is below 11 and I am scheduled for surgery in 3 weeks time. Thank you. | Hello,I understand your concern.I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious diseases specialist, answering your query.You can judge your haemoglobin via mucosal examination, but this examination gives only rough idea.Examination of tounge, conjunctiva and nail can help understand bodies haemoglobin content roughly.If you are going for surgery it is better that you should periodically examine the blood haemoglobin by laboratory since visual examination is very gross method.I will be happy to answer your further concern, you can ask me on bit.ly/DrArun. Thank you.Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist. | |
Taking oxyelitepro, work out, on good diet. Sudden lower abdominal pains, weight gain. What's happening ?
I was taking oxyelitepro this past summer and feeling great. I started a workout plan and I workout at least 4 times a week. I have a good diet and was at a nice weight. However, when November came, I didn t change anything, but I started getting bad stomach pains in my lower abdominal. I still continued my workouts and I don t feel like I m eating any different, but I gained 15 lbs in three months, which is a lot for me and I have no idea what I did to have this happen. My stomach has been in a constant dull pain, but my doctor said they don t see any reasons for this pain and my blood work came back normal. | Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for calling H.C.M.F. Your taking oxylite pro has nothing to do with the present weakness. Since november you gained 15 lbs, and getting stomach pain in the lower abdomen. The lower abdomen pain suggests urinary tract infection, stones in the urinary tract, worms in the intestines, if on the right side may be chronic appendicitis, or tuberculosis of iliocaecal junction, if female it may be pelvic inflammatory disease, or endomatriosis, or P.C.O.S. I advise you to consult a surgeon for diagnosis and treatment. You may need to have M.R.I. besides Other routine tests for confirmation . Wishing for a quick and complete recovery and thanks for calling. Best regards. | |
Suggest medication for redness and soreness on frenulum.
I tore my Frenulum clean off and there was a lot of blood. I let it heal for a day but continued to have sex with my partner. Although there was no further blood, the shaft of my penis on the opposite side to the Frenulum has become red and sore and the penis shaft has swollen.Should I be worried? I have now stopped having sex to let it heal properly! | HelloThanks for query.You have sustained injury to your frenulum due to rough sex and now have swelling and soreness of shaft of penis .You need to take broad spectrum antibiotic like Cefexime along with anti inflammatory drug like Diclofenac twice daily.along with topical antibiotic ointment like Neosporin twice daily.Ensure to wash your genitals with warm water twice daily.Ensure to avoid sexual encounters till it heals up completely.It should get cured within a week.Dr.Patil. | |
What is the remedy to get rid from vicodin addiction?
drug addiction My other half has used heroin before about a year ago the wanted to quit so used methadone pills illeagally to try and quit by himself around this time I found out I was pregnant now he stopped the methadone pills but has trouble sleeping and back pain so he now takes vicodin to fall asleep but I found out he s not just taking them before bed ......is he now just addicted to vicodin pills instead of methadone and heroin how do I help him not need anything at all ????? | Hi, Most opiate addicts take more than one type of opiate - mostly based on availability. Methadone is both the worst and the best. It was removed from the market in the US (well, large sized pills of it) when it became the most lethal opiate many years ago. IT is associated with a 90%+ lowering death rate when addicts go on it instead of heroin/fentanyl. I really really need to get the word out on my research. Suboxone has double the rate of failure. It has likely double the rate of getting off drugs. Basically, getting off drugs is an aversion to bad stuff happening and a faster failure rate speeds up the process. So, to get someone off drugs, have them fail and have them not die. oh, wait, wrong order have them not die but have them fail. SO, first, getting into a treatment program with methadone or Suboxone. The residential programs are the worst because they don't fail when they live in a plastic bubble. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Matt Wachsman, Addiction Medicine Specialist | |
Suggest remedy for hair fall and hair thinning
Hi, i am 26 years old male. I am suffering for hair fall from 3 years. I eat a lot of fruit and green vegetables. I don t use any chemical product on hair. I have hair thinning problem and hair root is very weak. Suggest me any solution for thinning hair. Hair on front area is very weak compared to back side of head.Thanks a lot. | Hello dear,The symptoms & case history mentioned in your post suggest that you might be having Androgenetic alopecia.Also known as Male pattern baldness, it usually follows a pattern of receding hairline & is related to genetic makeup and male sex hormones.Management includes:1. Minoxidil preparation to be applied directly to the scalp to stimulate the hair follicles.2. Finasteride preparations that interferes with the production of male hormone linked to baldness.3. MultivitaminsBut these medications have to be used regularly under the guidance of a Dermatologist.Wishing you a Good Health.Take care. | |
Suggest treatment for spondylosis and swelling knee
my friend is suffering from spondylosis his knee get swollen automatically then the pain started and also at night fever starts but on next day fever goes and pain get reduce and swollen also aft having some pain killer and medicine this is happening from past 2 months scene he fell from bike doctor says there is no treatment to do for this it will rectified automcatically by doing some excercise and having some medicine and problm rise when he do some exrcise on then day itself fever comes and the knee get swollen again and solution for this | Hi Hope this message finds you in good health.I have gone through your query in detail and understand your concern.if its occuring frequently, he should get xray/ mri done to see whats wrong.avoid taking pain killers for long period of time.Nothing to worry about, You should eventually get back to normal.Get back to me for any FOLLOW UP QUERIES anytime.Kind Regards,Dr Mahaveer Patil...(MBBS,MS,Mch) | |
Suggest remedies for excess saliva,chest pressure and lethargy
I am 29 ye old female. I have been experiencing excessive saliva a lot of chest pressure it hurts when I take deep breathes and I get light headed I am weak just do nor feel like myself I also have alien of sinus issues and severe headaches please help | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of sinusitis related symptoms is more likely. Lethargy, headache, excessive saliva, chest pressure etc are commonly seen with sinusitis.So better to consult ENT doctor and get done clinical and endoscopic examination of sinuses. Also get done x ray of paranasal sinuses. You will need higher antibiotic like levofloxacin or azithromycin. Also do steam inhalation and warm water gargles 5-6 times a day. Also take levocetrizine and paracetamol combination twice daily. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Suggest treatment for shortness of breath
Hello I'm 36 yr, female and I've been having shortness of breath for about two weeks i went to the ER they did EKG, Cat scan and Qvac test and x-ray and they only came up with I have asthma I never had any breathing problem before and the inhaler isn't helping I very worried and I do have High blood pressure and i'm over weight 5'8 and 300+ | Hi thanks for contacting HCM...Obesity can lead to apnea and dyspnea....So loose your weight by regular exercise...Low fat diet taken ....Second here you are mentioning you have diagnosed with asthma....For it's confirmation spirometry with pulmonary function test useful....If it is not controlled by inhaler during attack then nebulization might given with steroid for reducing inflammatory bronchi constriction...If asthma diagnosed and repeated attack then maintainance inhaler taken with formetrol and low dose steroid....One tsp garlic juice with honey good herbal remedy....Take care....Dr.Parth | |
What can cause the lower abdominal pain with orange and oily droplets in urine?
I have been having lower abdominal cramps recently and have been very tired. I noticed when I woke up this morning, than every time I use the bathroom (urine/feces) there are orange, oily droplets in the toilet and orange on my toilet paper. Is this normal? What could be the cause of this? Could it be from stress? | This can be due to IBS or Chronic Pancreatic deficiency . Get stool checked, consult Gastroenterologist and get the problem rectified. You may need Pancreatic enzyme supplements . IF IBS get treated accordingly. | |
What is the remedy for tooth pain?
Hello I have constant pain in my joints including my jaw. I have a really dry mouth when I wake in a morning and my teeth seem to hurt. I have been to the dentist and he cannot find any problems. I have also been to the doctors and they think I may have tendonitis (forgot how to spell) this has been going on now for a couple of years and seems to be getting worse. It first started in my elbow, but now seems to be in my fingers. If I sit down my legs and feet are stiff when I get up. | Hello, Thanks for your query.Tooth pain can be due to various reasons;1. Decay or caries,2. Tooth fracture,3. Infection in gums,4. Trauma,etc.For tooth pain it is better to visit the dentist get examined regarding the source of tooth pain get the proper prescription of tablets and necessary treatment.For tendonitis it is important to remember that in addition to the oral anti inflammatory pain medication, you would need to rest the area concerned.I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.Take care | |
Are there chances of pregnancy if I my periods started a day after sex ?
hi well, i had unprotected sex a day before starting my period , and he came inside of me, i was wondering if it is pssble for me to stil have a chance of beng pregnat even though i did started my period the day after? | Hi Thanks for posting your query With the information you have provided the chances are nill Hope this helps If there are no further doubts, do accept my reply and rate it Get Well Soon |
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