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what to do for the difficulty in breathing?
my daughter have been having some difficult breathing.....last time, when she was in school, she told me she had trouble breathing and her stomach started to hurt...she doesn't have asthma...and she also said that she was pale and she started to sweat a lot...she felt like s... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.Since asthma has been already ruled out, she should be evaluated for valvular heart diseases (VHD). VHDs are commonly seen with children. Recurrent unexplained breathing difficulty, fainting, paleness, sweating etc are commonly seen with VHDs. S... | |
Enlarged lymph nodes in cervical region. Born premature, ensuing lung problems. On prednisone. Lymphoma?
Hi,My sister was born premature and has endured ensuing lung problems throughout her life. She 19. She has been on prednisone/ cortical steroids forever. Recently doctors have found several enlarged lymph nodes in ... | Hi, Enlarged lymph nodes generally associated with some diseases. Excision biopsy should be done from at least two of those lymph nodes. Consult your doctor. Any other lymph node swelling in other part of body should also be examined. There are many causes of multiple lymph node swelling. Nothing to worry right now. As... | |
What could be the reason for not conceiving after being on Clomid and having good progesterone levels?
I am 28 years old with a history of ectopic pregnancy in 2009. I have one 3 year old daughter. I took Clomid 50mg for just 2 cycles to conceive her. I have been taking Clomid 50mg again for just over 18 months with... | Dear member,Thanks for writing to healthcare magic.You mentioned ectopic pregnancy. If the tube was damaged then only Clomid will not help.You have mentioned that your progesteroneLevels are normal which means you are ovulating. I would recommend a HSG which is a tube patency test. This will tell whether both your tub... | |
How to treat my brother's mental illness?
my brother is suffering from mental illness. he takes tablets and sleeps ,sometimes gets very angry if doe snot take tablets. But he was very good student and was an extremely intelligent person.he was also a lively person. He mastered many languages. he was extremely good at ... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Your brother could most probably suffering from Schizophrenia. That is the reason why he is taking schizopin as medicine. A cure for your brothers condition is possible if treated with care and the right combination of medicine... | |
Q. My MIL suffers from severe headache and vomiting post appendectomy surgery. Please suggest medication.
Hello doctor, My MIL is 60 years old. She just had an appendectomy and is having some complications, including a severe headache and vomiting. The first day she ate some food and was fine. Today, she tried to drin... | Hi. It would have been nice if you mentioned how many days over after the surgery. There are many causes for your symptoms but this would depend on the indication for which surgery was done and intraoperative findings. Some common causes and management I will explain. Post spinal headache: avoid using pillows, more liq... | |
Can kidney stones cause damage to kidneys?
I have pan in my left side in the kidney area and it las maybe 2 to 5 mint, and i have had kidney stones in the past,but every time i go to the doctor they never find anything .Can kidney stones damage your kidney i have had 3 kidney stones in my left kidney only. | Thank you for being with healthcare magic! Kidneys stones in the absence of obstruction or infection will not affect your kidney. I hope I have answered your question satisfactorily and please consider a 5 Star rating for my answer. | |
Should i take anti TB medicines if symptoms improving with antibiotics?
im 63 year old male, had a skin problem for which i have to take steroid for 2 months. i got lung infection, bacterial type, but the doctor checked the sputum for PCR TB, and it was positive. Though my symptoms were improving with antibiotic and t... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, you should definitely take anti tubercular drugs. TB PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test is highly specific. It's specificity is almost 100%. So no chance of false positive report. You might be having mixed infection (tubercular and bact... | |
Suggest treatment for an allergy causing cold & runny nose
for the last three months I am suffering from cold. I used to take antibiotic tables such as coldact, ebay, sinarest etc. but still I am suffering cold, runing nose. Last week I have consulted ENT specialist and he told me that it is not sinus problems but may... | Hello.Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your history and would like to make suggestions for you as follows:1. I usually treat my such patients with regular montelukast and levocetirizine for 2-3 weeks.2. I would suggest you allergy testing which will help you identify the substances you may be allergic to as w... | |
What is the cause of thick yellow mucus in the nose accompanied by a fever?
I can't decide if I should take my 8 mo old to the dr. He had a 103 temp two days ago but just a low 99 temp since that. He has lots of thick yellow mucus in his nose. At night he coughs a little at bedtime. Is this just a cold or more that wo... | Such symptoms generally occur due to common cold which is caused by certain viral infections. The yellow mucus does not indicate a bacterial infection. It is due to the sloughed out cells that form the inner lining of the sinuses and nose. It is not a cause of concern. Giving steam inhalation and some antiallergic shou... | |
What does my below mentioned ECG report indicate?
i was nervous before an ecg and got:**abnormal rhythmic ECG: sinus tachycardia** with a 128 pulsei went to do a ECHO and it came out normal...{i have a little heart murmur on the left room}im having a re test for the ECG tomorrow . should i be worried or was i just ner... | Hi, Sinus tachycardia could be because of anxiety or stress or could be because of fever, infection or certain heart conditions. But as you have a normal Echo report you need not worry. Just rule out whether you have any of the condition I have stated above and get a repeat ECG done when conditions are normal. Hope I h... | |
What does a lump on the heel indicate?
The bottom of my heel has a bump under the skin or on the bone. The pain has been getting worse and escalating around my whole heel. It is getting hard for me to walk on it. It has been going on since August. I am not able to hardly work out doing cardio exercising. | Hello dearWarm welcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query in details .* This seems calcaneal spur , require x-ray of the calcaneum for further line of action .Hope this will help you for sure .Wishing you fine recovery .Welcome for any further guidance .Regards . | |
Suggest treatment for constant sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes
hello sir this is Arvind Yadav from indore (mp).i don't know very much about it but i am having something like allergy, i m having cold kind of disease since 1997. and i am very depressed because i have consulted with so many specialist but there is n... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicWatery eyes and persistent nasal discharge implies that you may have allergies. In your case it may be severe.You may want to consider allergy testing. If you can determine what is causing your allergic reaction then you can eliminate your exposure to it and reduce your allergies.Or... | |
How can an ear infection and hearing loss be treated?
I have had an ear infection for 2 weeks. I have complete hearing loss in one of my ears. I have been on 3 different rounds of different antibiotics and nothing is working. Can an infection that lasts this long cause permanent damage? What is the next step for me to... | hi sir .....i would like to tell you briefly yes.....infection of the ear can cause hearing loss but mostly temporary hearing loss and sometimes permenant....the most common cause is middle ear infection that called otitis media...this infection cause effusion of fluid and accumulation of this fluid cause hearing loss.... | |
What causes abdominal pain after colonoscopy?
I had a colonoscopy 2 days ago. The doctor removed a 7.5cm polyp (yes very large). Following the procedure I had 4 bowel movements (within 2 hours of returning home from the procedure) which were all blood. I have not had a bowel movement since. I feel that I have to go an... | Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history. when such a large polyp has been removed , you had 4 bowel movements containing blood only , this means there was a bleeding and may be still continuing or may be there is a hematoma in the wall of the colon .All these factors together can cause pain in abdomen after c... | |
How can pain in my leg be reduced which got a massive bump of blackish green color ?
my legs just started brusing for no reason . they are a bit raised and they are very painful to touch, I know for a fact that I did not hit my legs, I was just sitting in a chair and a strong burning pain came and when I touched my le... | Thanks for the query It is very difficult to come to a conclusion as to what it is without examining you. Go to a physician with CBC, Pt ,ptt, inr. For the pain you can take a tablet which has a combination of aceclofeac and paracetamol. Have a healthy living | |
Having kidney infection. Prescribed medicines. Had severe reaction due to allergy to penicllin, sulfa drugs, bactrim. Suggestions?
I believe I have a kidney infection. I have taken Cipro with severe reaction and Macrobid with equally severe side effects. I am allergic to penicilins, sulfa drugs, Bactrim also. I wou... | Hi, Thanks for using HCM.I feel you better get urine culture and sensitivity test done. Mean while levofloxacin is also effective against renal infection which is a non sulfa group of antibiotic. Depending on culture sensitivity report you can change antibiotic.Discuss with your doctor about antibiotic treatment, You m... | |
What causes blisters on the body?
my husband has gotten a few blisters breaking out on different area s of his body and is concerned. About the size of a dime...first one was on his hip, has had a couple on his neck and now one on his hand. My husband is 56 years old, has recently been on a sterioid patch for hip disc... | Hi,Dear,Thanks for the query to HCM. I studied your problem in depth and I understood your concerns.Cause of blisters post-steroid patch-In your case the cause of the blisters appears to be a viral infection post-steroid patch.This advise is based on the facts from the history you give and needs further clinical check.... | |
Suggest treatment for knee pain
Have replacement left knee, 6/2009, knee cap revision had to be done in 11/2010 since knee cap moved. Pain has never really gone away. Most recent radioactive scan 12/11 shows prostheisis is good shape, knee cap is dead. Apparnetly blood flow to knee cap was cut off as part of last surg... | Hi, You have two options, either replacing the knee cap again or you can go for arthroscopic lavage, it will definitely relieve your pain. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
What causes dizziness in the morning after a kidney removal?
hi my husbaand had his left kidnsey remove about three weeks ago he feels dizzy when he get up ever in the morning he lose some weight he did weight 194 now 170 he just got his stape out today are their any reason to be worry about he is 67 yrs has been in g... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.The removal of kidney is not associated with dizziness. He might be bodily weak and that can cause fatigue and dizziness. Please get blood tests done to make sure his general condition is normal. There is no need to worry. Recovery from a major surgery might take 3 months and you must follow or... | |
Does a 13.5 cm spleen and enlarged lymph nodes (Mesenteric and retroperitoneal adenopathy) suggest lymphoma?
I had a stabbing pain in my lower right side. Dr. recommended CT scan. Does a 13.5 cm spleen and enlarged lymph nodes (Mesenteric and retroperitoneal adenopahthy) discovered from a CT scan mean that you have ly... | Hi and welcome to HCM, thanks for the query.If there is no any other symptom or blood work disorder then it is not likely to be lymphoma. spleen enlargement and lymph node enlragement can be found in any systemic infections and in many benign hematologic disorders. So you need further tests but lymphoma is the last thi... | |
Suggest remedy for irrational behavior,anger and memory loss
hi.....I stayed with my friend last night for black friday. Ever since he awoke from his thanksgiving 'nap' he has not been himself. He has become angry, irrational, forgot things he just did (i.e) he just bought a $400 tv and can't remember buying it. I too... | DearWe understand your concernsI went throughh your description. From the given symptoms, I can clearly see low self confidence and low self esteem. You should know the reason. Are you expecting more? Are you expecting more than what is your worth. If you are average and expecting to score 90%, may disappoint you. Tryi... | |
What is the remedy for low blood pressure?
YES, PLEASE TELL ME WHAT TO DO FOR LOW BLOOD PRESSURE? I M SO SHORT OF BREATH (HAVE A BAD HEART) SO CHECKED MYSELF WITH MY PULSE OXIMETER . My O2 was OK at 95 & 97. BUT, MY BLOOD PRESSURE WAS ONLY 43 & 44. HOW CAN I RAISE, RIGHT NOW?? THANS FOR REPLY. I DON T WANT TO CALL 911... | Hello, Thnx to contact us. If I am your treating doctor I would like to advice you that such a low blood pressure is requires a IV infusion of ringer lactate. Ions in the RL solution helps to boost your blood pressure. I advice once you complete your RL pint. Start with you ORS solution to boost your BP. If you have an... | |
Can two IUI be taken in a month?
Trying for a baby through iui, today is her 14th day cycle and in ovulation scanning her endometrium is 9 and follicle size is 5 both sides as per the report. doctor insisted two iui's in a month. yesterday 13 with endometrium is 8 and follicle size is 5 both sides. can we go for 2nd i... | you can go for 2nd iui, but for success of iui satisfactory follicular size is 18 - 20mm in at least one ovary. | |
Sharp pain in head causing shutting down of eye. Pain in spine, numbness, tingling arm, hairloss, chest pains. Suggestions?
Hi I have been feeling short sharp pains in my brain on the sides and sometimes on the very front or very back part of my brain. They last about 15 seconds and would shut down my right eye. Then ... | Hello Cherry, Thanks for posting on HCM From your description, it is most likely that you are also having relapsing MS. Your symptoms even though can be due to other diseases conditions such as peripheral neuropathy are more towards MS. MS is usually occurs between the ages of 20-40 years. If taking steroid (hydrocodon... | |
What can cause a prolonged breast pain and a sore nipple?
hello i am 53 years old, had a partial hysterectomy and had breast pain for about 3 months now my nipple is real sore to touch and scaly looking and where my shoulder blade is is hurts too all the time i have put off going to the dr. i m real worried about canc... | Hi and welcome to HCM. THanks for the query. you need to do ultrasound and mamography to evaluae this condition. in most cases this is benign conditions but since you had cancer then you must be more catious.Wish you good health. Regards | |
What does headache and body pain indicate?
Hi...started shivering last night and went to bed with a temp and headache. Took disprin. Woke up this morning with a massive headache and aches and pains. Temp has dropped. Took disprin and magnesium powder for aches. Feel very dehydrated so drinking lots of water. Not hungr... | Hello,your fever is most probably of an infectious origin. Infections can be transmitted to other individuals. Fever, body pains and headache is experienced by patients in many infectious diseases. One possible clue for a diagnosis is if you had close contact with sick individuals (at work, at home etc). If the answer ... | |
Suggest remedy for inability to open the jaw fully
hi i use to chew pan masala regularly and with the result my cheeks have got cut and cant eat spicy food at all alothough i have given the habit a year ago but i seem to notice that my jaws dont open fully even eating a banana is an issue can u advise me of some medic... | Hello,Your symptoms could be related to chronic inflammation of the temporo-mandibulary joints. For this reason, I recommend consulting with a dentist and performing an X-ray study of the temporo-mandibulary joints.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Ca... | |
Is irregular menstruation sign of pregnancy?
im a 16 year ol girl and i think im pregnant.i dry humped with my boyfriend, but with our clothes on in november.its now march.i had my period the next december, but i didnt get it the january.thats when i got suspicious.i then got it the february, but did not get it this m... | Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion there is no chance of pregnancy in your case.The absence of periods with positive pregnancy test is a sign of pregnancy.Irregular periods are not a sign of pregnancy.Once you get the period the risk of pregnancy is ruled out for that cycle.And if you participate in unp... | |
What are the causes for having rashes, joint pains and fever for days?
26 year old girl had rash joint pains and fever 100 to 105. rash and join pains gone in 4days, but fever persists it is already 8th days, blood test shows dengue and typhoid negative,what could be the cause and what blood test to take that would fi... | Hello,Thanks for the query.These might be symptoms of dengue.Please get yourself tested.NS1 ANTIGEN test is very specific for dengue.Please meet a dermatologist for exact diagnosis.Let me know if you have any other doubt.you can ask a direct question to me on this forum, following the below link. you a good health.Tha... | |
Suggest remedy for pain in ankle while walking and burning while resting
My daughter was at cheer and hurt her ankle tumbling. The top of her foot by her ankle is hurting when she walks on it and burning while she is at rest. No bruising so far and we have iced it all night so there is not much swelling. Do you think ... | I think the injury is only sprain. Rest and mild analgesic will help. Give her crocin at a dose of 15 mg per kg body weght three times daily for 2 days. And give her foot complete rest. Use of crep bandages also help. | |
How to cure severe rotoscoliosis?
I am a 39 yr old female with severe roto scoilosis, In 2005 after my son was born was when I started having bad back problems, I had to be on bedrest the entire pregnancy,and when I returned back to work, I was in such pain, I could not work my 8 hr shift, I went to my doc and he sent... | Curvature of the vertebral column resulting from the column turning on its axis. you need to go for alternate therapy like physiotherapy.... be patient it takes long time but you have to give time... strengthen your muscles so gradually pain will go and curvature may straight..... | |
What is the life expectancy of a patient with NSCLC apread to lymph glands?
hi my mum has been diagnosed with primary nsclc, and secondary tumour in her spine, and it has spread to her lymph glands. she has been taken to hospital and now has pneumonia, she is very weak, she is losing weight very quickly and has been o... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Since your mother has been diagnosed as NSCLC with lymphnodes and secondary to the spine, this is stage 4 cancer. Unfortunately stage 4 NSCLC carries an extended survival of 2 years and eve n with most aggressive therapy, few patients outlive this period of survival.There are also other proble... | |
Will taking Amlodipine,Valsartan and Hydrochorothiazide be safe for BP?
Dear Dr, I have been taking Exforge HCT 10mg(Amlodipine) 160mg( Valsartan) 12.5mg (Hydrochorothiazide) for my high blood pressure,but one' a while I might get dizzy, it's not well control and what is the best medication for foam in the urnine. Tha... | Hello there You are taking the first lie drugs but perhaps their dosage is not right and the timing is not appropriate.It is difficult to fathom whether your dizziness is because of low bp ar high blood pressure.An ambulatory blood pressure monitoring will helphope that helps | |
Is difficulty in standing after a lower back strain normal?
I strained my lower back four days ago. It has improved somewhat, but I still have modest difficulty/pain getting out of a seated position after some time. Is this normal? How long until I see marked improvement? Should I resume light physical activity now, o... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It is perfectly normal. As long as it gets better gradually, you're fine. No need to see a doctor, you could try over-the-counter analgesics such as aspirin for the pain. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can ... | |
Suggest suitable treatment for autism
Hi, my name is Sudipto Mullick. I have a son of 7.5yrs suffering from Autism I had tried his treatment but still he is not coming out of it. is ther any good doctor whom you can refer. I have heard Homoepathy is the best treatment for this. please guide me | Hi, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns but unfortunately there is no definitive treatment for autism, instead, interventional therapy can improve the symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specia... | |
Suggest medication for brown spots appearing on the face
There are brown spots almost like freckles on my 1 year old s face. It began with 3 tiny spots last year - they have not changed in size or shape, but there are now more of them just on the one side and on the bridge of his nose. I have taken him to my GP but th... | Hi...those could be adenomas or sebaceous glands getting blocked. But it us very unusual at this age. An image if the face would have helped me a lot. Other possibility is an allergy or eczema or an insect bites allergy. I suggest you consult your dermatologist or upload photos in this website, so that our team will gu... | |
Swollen and painful breast and nipples, swollen hands. Taken Avil and Vicodin. Have headache
I have no health insurance and need to know if my symptoms warrant a trip to the ER. I am a 24 year old female and I Just moved to Prescott,AZ almost a month ago and am at a very I elevation. My symptoms are, very swollen and ... | the allergy asthma ad other problems slowly and slowly involves joints which is mis diagnosed by arthritis if you have celiac disease you might be allergic to whole wheat proteins rather then gluten totally avoid wheat and wheat products not take even gluten free wheat you can get blood serum tested for food specific ... | |
Are sore throat, mild fever and cough symptoms of acute retroviral syndrome?
About 2 weeks ago I had unprotected anal sex(giver). On the 9th day after my encounter, on a graduation rally, I shouted on the top of my lungs for 2 hours cheering for the graduates. We went drinking and I was able to go home at about 4:30 a... | nour condition is not ARS IT WILL have high grade fever and cough continuously.u need to take antibiotics to reduce fever and cough.( AUGMENTIN 625 for one week) along with montair Lc tablet bedtime | |
Is lack of concentration or hearing disability or depression which is leading to social isolation?
Hi , I was diagnosed hearing impaired when I was years old but i have threw away my hearing aid since I was 10 years since it wasn t compatible with my hearing loss also i hear too loud voices and annoying noise i was un... | Hello...... Thanks for your query. I can understand your predicament. Sensory deprivation like hearing loss predispose to depressive illness. However, it is encouraging that with hearing aids your hearing has significantly improved. Hence, i accept your depressive symptoms to resolve early without any intervention. You... | |
What causes shortness of breath, race in heart beat and low BP?
Hello, I am a student and having problem of cealic since eight months and I am on full glutin free diet. But now I am having problem with breathing (SOB) and my heart beat is now 105 to 115 at rest or working + headache and BP low. Although my food intak... | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!I understand your concern, and would explain that your symptoms may be related to a metabolic disorder or a vitamin or electrolytes deficiency ( based on your medical history for celiac disease). I recommend consulting with your GP for a careful physical examination, a rest... | |
What is the intense pain in lower abdomen after taking I pill?
Hi, before 15days was my wife's mensuration period and 3days before we had a unprotect sex. But we were not sure whether the spurm has gone in or not. So she has taken an ipill immediately And last three days she is suffering from a lower abdomen pain. Pai... | welcome to Health care magic.1.Similar symptoms are seen in many patients after i-pills.2.There could be some irregularities in the periods and associated pains.3.For definitive diagnosis get an ultrasound scan done, which will help to find the status of the uterus and ovaries.4.Mean wile take some pain killers and get... | |
How to make nipples smaller?
iam 20 male, i do masturbate from 12. My nipples became like women's nipples, i noticed it when i was 13, i thought it will get cured automatically but it hadn changed til now. I feel shame to sit without shirt even in home. I cant wear a shirt or t-shirt without a vest inside. I also want... | Dear userWe understand your concernsI went through your details. To make your chest tighter and to reduce the size of nopples, do chest push ups 20 times twice a day reguklarly. also do other physical exercises and play some games. Don't worry about testicle size and shape. They tend to change every time. Only worry of... | |
Pain in the back after an injury. Not able to bend. Reason?
Hi,I have a problem in my back. It started 6-7 months back when I was in a swimming pool and its floor was slippery so I slipped while playing there. At that time I couldn't even sit on the chair for 5 mins or couldn't even bend a little. But after few days o... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The pain in the lower back after the injury in the area could be due to a muscular injury or a mild injury in the area of coccyx. Since the pain is persistent I would advise you to get an MRI scan of the area done for proper diagnosis. I hope this information has been both informative a... | |
What causes heartbeat at the back of the neck and feels like its moving head?
My daughter who is 14 feels her heartbeat at the back of her neck and feels like its moving her head. She does this on a daily basis. Could it be caused from tension or bad posture? She is 14 weighs 117lbs, she has asthma and was premature,w... | feeling of heart beat at back of neck may b due to certain congenital structural heart disease so 2d echo is necessery. this may also b due to scoliosis as u mentioned and may progressively worswn the condition. | |
Severe gastroenteritis, cysts in the liver, uterine fundus, weakness, lightheadedness, increased heart rate. Suggestions?
I have just spent 6 days in hospital with what they diagniosed as sereve gastroenteritis- requiring 3 days of fluids and potassium . I had a number of invetsigations due to right sided lower abdo p... | Hello! Thank you for the query. As you have mentioned, right sided abdominal pain should be always checked with appendicitis. And the appendicitis diagnostic is as hard as hell. Nowadays in the edge of CT scans and MRIs we still can not find a way of ruling our appendicitis other than surgery. So if your abdomen ultras... | |
How to treat severe depression?
Well I wanted to know if I had insomnia. I have a really hard time sleeping at night, even if I know that I have to wake up early the next morning. On weekends I can sleep for 12 hours or more. On school days i go to sleep and 3 am and wake up at 6 am. I sleep in school and crash when I... | HiI understand your cocern.Severe depression can be treated with antidepressant and psychotherapy.ECT means electro convulsive therapy is the choice in severe depression with suicidal thought.Antidepressant like SSRI is useful. SSRI mild dose of escitalopram and paroxetine like drug is very usefulBut before taking this... | |
What causes a child to hit his head when upset?
My son is 2 1/2 and has been hitting his head on everything for about 1 1/2 yrs. everytime he gets a little upset about anything, even something as simple as dropping a toy can cause him to do it. His Dr. said to ignore it and he will stop but that is not working. Why wo... | Hello, The child has possibly found a way to express his anger. The best way to react to it is just to ignore it. It doesn't necessarily show a problem. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Olgeta Xhufka, General & Family Physician | |
Q. Please explain the diagnosis of MRI result.
Hello doctor, I would like to know the diagnosis of this MRI result. Multiplanar and multisequential MRI of the brain without intravenous contrast administration was taken. Single voxel MR spectroscopy through the basal ganglia was also performed. The brain parenchyma dem... | Hello. I read carefully and reviewed the patient MRI report (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and would explain that it shows a progressive brain atrophy (brain cell death) and small ischemic strokes, which could cause progressive dementia. These changes are probably related to small vessel disease of th... | |
How to stop premature ejaculation?
Hi i am 42 years,174 cm,62 kg, married man.I have no medical history.my sex life also is satisfactory.Since past few month i am having premature ejaculation.during foreplay/ just before starting sex i ejaculate.Please suggest or prescribe any madicene. | hii.welcome to our site.i understand your problem.my opinion is that,1.do masturbation 1 hour before having sex.it may reduce the premature ejaculation incidence.2.take deep inspiration and expiration while having sex.3.you may use distraction techniques i.e,talking about something other than sex while having intercou... | |
Are there any side effects of taking Endogest 200?
Hi doctor, good evening.. My name is Veni. I had my menstrual cyle past 20 days and the pregnancy test shows a negative result. So doctor prescribed Endogest 200 for 7 days and asked to stop and wait for my menstrual cycle for 10 days or menstrual cycle which ever is ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Your prescription is correct. Endogest is given for 2 reasons. One is to support pregnancy and other is to induce periods. So if you are by any chance pregnant it will support your pregnancy. If you are not pregnant it will ... | |
How to treat a swollen painful penis?
My grandson accidentally put bengay on his penis. It was very painful and swollen. Immediately put him in cool bath. Washed off the ben gay with soap and water and continued to soak. Swelling has stopped but the area is still swollen and red. What else should we do to the area? Hy... | HIWell come to HCMInjury to the male genital induces swelling rapidly because of the muscular structure and high blood supply, this well responds to the nonsteroid anti-inflammatory drugs, and the best option for this is "Tab Ibuprofen 400 three times in day, complete bed rest is advisable no need to use hydrocortisone... | |
How do I select the right stem cell procedure for arthritis in the lower back?
My L3,4, and 5 appears to be fused together naturally. There are signs of bone spurs and the discs are not visible in the x-y. I have a some arthritis in my the lower back. There are several stem cell procedures and all claim their procedur... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Stem cell therapy for spine arthritis are still under research and are not yet approved for human use. You can go for surgical procedures which shows good results in arthritis of back. Consult an orthopedician or a spine surg... | |
Q. Will Kalarchikai choornam help in curing irregular periods?
Hello doctor, I am having irregular periods. Shall I take kalarchikai choornam? | Hi. There are several causes for irregular menstruation. PCOD is one of them. If you do have this issue then you can take kalarchikai choornam 3 gm twice a day with warm water after meals for three months regularly. To rule out this issue, once you should go for USG abdomen. PCOD, hypothyroidism, taking contraceptive o... | |
What is the pea sized red lump above my collar bone?
i have a hard pea size red lump on my right side above the coller bone .i thought it was a nat bite its been there sicne middle of jhrruly i thought i would leave it thinking it would go but it has not it has got abit bigger it hurts when you toch it and it hurts ar... | It could be lymph node swelling..kindly show your gp and get an FNAC done..they will insert a needle and take tissue sample for diagnosing..get well soon | |
What causes red pimple on face?
hey doctor my son is 3 and he had a pimpole and it went away so a couple days later it got big and red i took him to the hospital and there was nothing to drain so hes on meds now i been puttin warm water on it he lays in bed all day but there is no head on it. | you apply any antibacterial ointment 2 times 5 days, especially chloramphenicol 1 % is very good. You can also apply locally iodine | |
Q. Is there any cure in homeopathy for tinea cruris?
Hello doctor, I have treated tinea cruris for the last six months with all allopathic medicines ranging from Terbinifine for six weeks to Itraconazole and Fluconazole and all the zole category ointments but there is no relief. The infection returns after one month o... | Hello. It is a recurrence of tinea, and it will not go by any zole category ointment, you have taken a lot of medications, that is why you take one dose of Sulphur 200 early morning empty stomach, only once do not repeat it. Then wait for one week with no medicine (allow sulfur to work). After one week take one dose of... | |
How should uterus tumor identified as high grade sarcoma be treated?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... My friends mother had a tumor in the uterous. While attempting to operate it out, they identified it as High Grade sarcoma and the histopatholgy Report Acidic Fluid cyto... | Hi Welcome to HCMI have gone thru your query regarding High Grade sarcoma . I would like to suggest you ,for her further follow up of her treatment keep in touch with her treating doctor .As per studies , Most stage II and III sarcomas are high-grade tumors. They tend to grow and spread quickly. Even when these sarc... | |
What are the canker sores on my gums?
Hello,I have a reoccurring perfectly round crater-like sore on my gums that is incredibly painful. It's never in the same part of the gums twice and there is always a dimple right in the center of it. It starts off as a small round cut with yellowish liquid that comes out if press... | Hello, Thanks for your query.Canker sores occur on the soft tissues in your mouth and on your gums and on and under the tongue. They are very painful. Before getting a canker sore, there is usually a burning or tingling sensation at the site. Then a round or oval-shaped red sore appears with a white or yellow center. O... | |
Why semen analysis shows occasional non motile sperm after two vasectomies?
My husband has had two vaesectomies now! The first one was done under local and the results came back that there was still semen present, he was told he would have to go under general and have a second procedure. He did this a year ago and we ... | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.You can take the opinion of the second doctor.Usually with the single operation all the sperm will go on.But as you have still non motile sperm that means you have not been performed w... | |
Why forgetting things and having progressive migraine after having seizure?
I m 16 and I had a seizure during the summer and face planted into a door and the floor. I scratched my forehead and was going in and out of consciousness for a while. Now I m forgetting a lot of stuff and I keep having progressive migraines t... | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to a brain lesion. From the other hand the fact that you have had a seizure followed by a head trauma, raises suspicions of possible intracranial bleeding (like delayed subdural hemorrhage, etc.). T... | |
Rashes after sexually abused. Temporary relief with fungal ointments. How to get permanent relief?
I am 35 years old male and homosexual. At the age of 15 i was abused sexually by my cousin and hence i contacted some rash from him. I kept neglecting it for long and tried to apply several fungal ointments inorder to ge... | Thanks for asking> I have 3 questions ! 1. Do u practice homosexuality till now? 2.Whether your penis circumcision done? 3. Are you married? | |
Suggest treatment for frequent diarrhea
My daughter is 16 months and every few months she gets diarrhea so bad is burns her bottom. The diarrhea is yellow is color kinda looks like dijon mustard, very sour in smell it can be smelled through the house. It usually lasts about a week. It tends to flare up when she is cut... | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query your daughter have symptoms of frequent diarrhea. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like viral gastroenteritis , bacterial gastroenteritis , food allergies , lactose intolerance , giardiasis or irritable bowel syndrome. ... | |
Suggest treatment for a baby suffering from loose and frequent motions
hi my baby 4 month15 day old daugther is having loose motions since 1month.i tried homepathic medice but no resltu.she pass the stools in 6 7 time a day.i am giving brest milk and also dariy milk the stool are not losse.some time they stool colour ... | thanks for asking i gone through your question and understand your concernyour 4.5 month daughter having loose motions since 1 month . you giving both dairy milk and breast milk.Passing motions 6-7 times per day may normal for 4.5 month old child if she growing will . her weight should be about 1.9 times to birth weigh... | |
Burning while urinating. Diagnosed with mild lupus, Raynauds, leg pain. Dipstick shows protein. Any relation ?
I am 40 years old 5'4" weighing 133. I have been diagnosed with a connective tissue disorder/mild lupus. I have raynauds and major leg pain. I went to rheumy for my 6 month visit and had a little burning t... | Dear Madam,A 24 hour urine protein needs to be done to quanitfy the exact amount and look for lupus nephritis.Dr. Shruti | |
Taking clofranil, acetylcysteine and doxid for OCD. Developed compulsive sleeping and pot belly. Need a solution
My son is taking Doxid 100 mg,clofranil 25 mg and acetylcysteine 600 mg tablets for OCD. He has developed pot tummy and has compulsive sleepiness. Due to sleepiness he is not able to devote time for studies... | Hello Your sone is taking Sertaline 100mg, Clomipramine 25 mg and acetylcysteine 600 mg per day. He is suffering from OCD. He has developed pot belly and compulsive sleepiness. He is not able to devote time for studies. Compulsive sleeping may occur due to psychopathology of OCD itself. He is taking medicines that can... | |
What causes a hard lump on the knee with blackness after a fall?
Hi,The problem is with my knee. About a month or so ago, I feel (not really hard) but I fell on my knee and now there is a small painless lump there on the right side of the kneecap. What do you think it could be? The spot was black and blue for a lon... | Hi ! Good morning. i am Dr Shareef answering your query.The lump initially must have been a collection of blood (hematoma) in the superficial tissue giving it the colour of black and blue. After the acute stage, and RBCs being absorbed, only serum remains, and this could have formed a serous cyst which persisted as a p... | |
Having pain in lower stomach to penis, penis tip stings. Looking for cure
Hello . I have been experiencing pains I m my lower stomach . This is normally intensified when I need to urinate. I have no stinging or pain when I do visit the toilet but I have noticed that the tip of my penis stings at times . I have had thi... | HelloThanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have pain in tip of your penis due to inflammation of terminal part of urethra(Urethritis).Please get your routine urine test and urine culture done to find out the organisms causing this infection and antibiotics to which they are s... | |
What is the treatment for Fox Fordyce disease?
is fox fordyce and fordyce spots the same? i don't have any money don't evn own a credit or debit card. so if this is a pay to answer system i really don't have the cash. i just would like to know about the desease i've had it (fox fordyce ) for the past 30 | Hello, Welcome to HCM,Fordyce spots and Fox fordyce are different.Fordyce spots are visible sebaceous glands that are present in most individuals. They appear on the genitals and in the mouth.They are not associated with any disease or illness and they are natural occurrence on the body. No treatment is required.Fox–Fo... | |
Suggest remedy for reducing pain while swallowing?
I had esophageal cancer and had the pull up surgery. Now I am experiencing pain in my right breast only when I swallow. It is a sharp very intense pain as I am swallowing. Sometimes at night, however, a stinging sensation becomes so intense and constant that keeps ... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.You might be experiencing pain during swallowing due to irritation if the operated site is in the upper part of chest and this can get irritating and disturbing in some people. Following esophageal surgery and gastric pull through please have soft diet for few months. Avoid taking foods that se... | |
Suggest treatment for abdominal pain with positive HPT
hello my girlfriend is having huge pains under her belly , we tried the pregnancy test yesterday and found out she was pregnant she did a test long time ago and was told she couldnt get pregnant anyway i didnt see any sign of symptoms if the pregnancy and im reall... | HI, I understand your concern. The abdominal pain in early pregnancy needs to be investigated & managed after that. It's good that you are consulting doctor soon. Till then- - she should take rest/ avoid massage of fomentation of abdomen. - she can take tab. Duvadelan one pill 12 hourly if pain is unbea... | |
How is conception possible with PCOS and irregular periods?
Hello Dr.Jain, How are you,i would wish to know the solution for the problems which am undergoing that its going to be 2 years since have got married am planning for a family but am unable to conceive because of irregular periods and polycyctic ovaries due to... | Hi, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. Polycystic ovaries and irregular periods is suggestive of the fact that you are having polycystic ovarian disease. Conception is difficult in PCOS as there is irregular or no ovulation, hence no conception. The line of management in PCOS is stepwise, t... | |
How to treat allergic pharyngitis?
IM SUFFERING FROM ALLERGIC PHARYNGITIS SINCE LAST 1 YEAR. I HAVE VISITED 4-5 ENT SPECIALIST ALL ARE TAKING IT LIGHTLY AND GIVING ME SUGGESTION THAT DOING GARGLE AND TAKING SOME ANTIBIOTIC MEDICINE LIKE WINOLAP5 AND ALLARFIX.. IM A SMOKER AND TAKING WINE ALSO. KNOW IM WORRYING ...PLEA... | HiWelcome in HCM.I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that you are allergic to some thing which is giving you this problem. To treat allergy first thing is to identify the allergen. Since your problem is for last one year so try to recollect any new thing which is in your day to day life like any new ... | |
What causes fluttering or blood pulsating feeling on lower leg?
i have been having a sensation in my foot and lower leg that started few weeks ago. it started in my foot near my ankle and felt like the blood pulsing. now i feel that same feeling in my lower leg its almost like a fluttering,pulse. no pain no swelling. ... | I would suggest being seen by a vascular surgeon. the first thing that needs to be ruled out is a deep vein thrombosis- which is a clot- though from your description seems unlikely as there is no pain or swelling. If vascular etiologies are ruled out, then consider tarsal tunnel syndrome which often can mimic vascular ... | |
When is intercourse required for conception?
hidoctori am suffering from hypothyrodism and PCOS and trying to get pregnant . i am taking metformin 500mg and siphene -100 from 3rd day of the cycle . and my doc has asked me to take an hcg injection on the 9th and 11th day and get a TVS done on the 12th day i want to kn... | Hello,In case of 28-30 days regular cycle, you need to do unprotected sex from 11th to 19th day of each cycle. These are the most fertile days of your cycle.You can use ovulation prediction kit to track down ovulation time and it helps to maximize chance of pregnancy.Take Folic acid and vitamin supplements for at least... | |
Q. I have 'cold water droplets' sensation all over my body. What could be the cause?
Hello doctor, I have been getting a cold drop of water sensation all over my body. It is more noticeable on the legs. I often go to clean the water, but there is nothing there. It only gets triggered when clothes touch it. I also have... | Hello. I appreciate you seeking help. Hope this helps. Do take care, and all the very best. For more information consult a naturopathy specialist online --> | |
Can I get pregnant while taking decapetyl since 2 years ?
I would like to know if i can get pregnant while taking decapetyl as i have been taking for the passs 2 year and i need to get pregnant and i dont know if my ovaries are working normally while taking decapetyl and i am still ovulate as i am gaining weight every... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. To know about the function of your ovaries, you need to get an ovulation study and serum hormone analysis done once your periods resume. In the absence of periods, ovarian function cannot be evaluated. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. R... | |
What are the symptoms and treatment for peyronie's disease?
Hi, im 14 year old boy and im scared that i have a PEYRONIE'S disease (i think about 2 years i have it) and i know its rare disease especially at my age, but i have a proof, my penis is little bended at left side and on my left side of penis is like some larg... | Hello, PENIS CURVED towards right or left or downward is always normal and this can be seen with majority of people. This mostly happens due to masturbation. People who use the right hand for masturbation, their penis will be curved to the left and the opposite with left handlers. There are other reasons too. This phen... | |
How can an infected dog bite wound be treated?
I have a infection from a dog bite on my hand. It seems to be getting worse, with a little redness, swelling and stiffness. I don t think it is bad. I have some left over Cefdinir 300 mg, can I take these to help with the infection? Also,will soaking it in Epsom Salt help... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Some advice that I can give to you are: -Place a clean towel over the injury to stop any bleeding. -Try to keep the injured area elevated. -Wash the bite carefully with soap and water. -Apply a sterile bandage to the wound. -... | |
Have ultrasound report. Can any online doctor help?
my father go for a ultrasound and in is report there will be written that 1 both kidneys are normal in size and echotexture there is no evidence of hydronephrosis or calculi 2.para-aortic l.n. are not enlarged 3impression-normal sonographic study of abdomen tell me t... | Hi,There is nothing to worry. Ultrasound report of your father is completely normal.Do consider a positive feedback as a credit to my work. Let me know if you have any further questions. | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late ... | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they shou... | |
What could cause a severe carpopedal spasms ?
What can cause severe carpopedal spasms in a healthy college athlete?. She has severe spasms after her workout stops in hands and feet and it eventually moves up and down arms and into her face. Lots of tingling and she is not able to use arms or legs until the spasms stop... | Hi there. Presence of repeated carpopedal spasms with tingling sensations as your daughter has been experiencing can be because of chronic hypocalcemia. This is a condition where there are low blood calcium levels. There are multiple causes to this, starting from low dietary intake of calcium, to drug interactions with... | |
Is chest congestion despite a normal X-ray report a concern?
Hi. For the past 5 weeks I have had a chest rattle cough. There has been phlegm and a bit of nose and ear congestion. I was sent for an x ray that came back clear on the left side but they didn’t do right hand side. There are no other symptoms. Maybe a bit o... | Hello,There can be viral congestion with normal chest x-ray. So, as far as HIV threat is concerned, it is better to take a 4th generation. HIV test rather than being in dilemma.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel | |
What causes a small, squishy lump on the butt cheek?
Hi, I have a small, squishy lump on the underside of my right butt cheek. It s no bigger around than the tip of my pinkie finger, not painful, and only noticed it when shaving today. It s not red, there s no white head on it, so I don t think it was caused from shav... | thanks for sharing your health concerns with us!well, it seems that it could be some sebaceous cyst or some epidermal cyst not to worry so much!iif you are worried much an FNAC TEST IS THE BEST WAY TO CONFIRM IT! but not to poke it as it can be infected......... all the best......! | |
Can one cover red skin lesions caused by allergies?
I have found that I have an allergy to leotensin. They have taken me off of everything....I found in the information that one side effect if the red skin lensions with a purple center. I was looking to see if there was anything I could do to help the spots go away. I... | HelloThank You for contacting HCM.Allergic reaction takes sometime to settle. In the meanwhile you can cover it over the body by wearing appropriate long clothes which can cover most of the body to hide it. If itching occurs then you can take cetirizine once daily to prevent itching. Hope this answers your question. If... | |
Suggest treatment for heart palpitations
respected sir i am 30 years old. my diet is healthy. i am suffering from heart palpertation from past 12 years.but from last one month i am feeling heaviness in the middle of my chest.its like acidity problem. i am jogging(not regular) 2 kilometers with out any problem. kinldy ... | Hello, After going through your medical query I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that heart palpitations can be because of dehydration, hormonal imbalance, anemia and anxiety. Kindly get a CBC, vitamin B12, thyroid profile, ECG, Echocardiography, Holter (ambulatory ECG) done and consult a physician ... | |
Can you please give me a details about kidney transplantation
hello doctor , my father is suffering from diabetise and BP also his both the kidneys are failed and working only 10% i just wann know that whether its right to transplant kidney at the age og 50+ ....i dont have any idea even knowledge about kidney transpl... | hai this is srinu 27 old .blood gr b+ i am not joking. i am seriasley sale my kidney . i am am fasing of so many financial problems. so please any body wanted my kidney please call me imediatley. i am redy to now . i am allredy cheking my kidney function testing report. it is good condition . see my reports .: srinuki... | |
What does a spreading red spot with scab after fever indicate?
my 4 yr old son got a single red spot on hid stomach that had a yellow head. He scratched the spot and it had spread into quite a large scab. Since then he has developed two more of the same spots (a couple of days later) We have no pets. He had a fever 7 ... | Hi...by what you quote it looks like impetigo or pyoderma or a skin and underlying soft tissue infection. It requires antibiotc and a direct look at the lesion. Skin conditions are best diagnosed only after seeing directly. I suggest you to upload photographs of the same on this website, so that I can guide you scienti... | |
What causes weakness and tiredness after taking Strone SR 200?
Hello sir, My wife is 10 weeks pregnant. Doctor has advised her to take Strone SR 200 tablet once in a day after lunch. She has taken it daily for 10 days but she feels sick, weak and tired for 4-5 hours after taking it. I have consulted doctor in this reg... | Hi, I think she can discontinue the tablet after 12 weeks. Till that time, some external progesterone support is needed. She can take medicine in the night till that time. After that, placenta is sufficient to support the pregnancy. Hope it will help you. Regards Dr khushboo | |
What is the difference between amnesia and seizure?
My mother who is 86yrs old recently became confused & was suffering some memory loss about our family. The consultant at the hospital said it was Transient Global Amnesia. He arranged a CT Scan, the result of which he said showed a Meningioma which he said had been t... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.I have noted your mother's symptoms. Based on that, transient global amnesia is more likely. In amnesia, the person forgets and gets confused. These symptoms recover in a few minutes (however, they can last upto 24 hours).Seizures refer to convulsions or fits, where there are involun... | |
How can a heart hole be treated?
what is the treatment for people with a small hole in the heart, a friend discovered it after diving which caused a lot of pain in the leg and had to spend some tine in a decompression chamber because of Decompresiion sickeness which turened out be caused due to a small in the heart | Hi ThereI understand your concern .I would like to tell you that your friend had an air embolism in his heart & is commonly found after scuba diving followed by some symptoms like Difficult breathing, chest pain, muscle or joint pains, low blood pressure etc.Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy( Decompression Chamber ) is the bes... | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late ... | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they shou... | |
What does nodular density in the upper lung mean?
Hi Doctor, I am a 38 year old male. Every year for the past 4 years already, our company requires us again to undergo a chest PA x-ray, for health awareness and safety. I have had a normal chest PA result for the past years, except that i have had a minor/mild dextrosc... | Hello, There are wide reasons for the nodular density in the lung as inflammation (active or chronic), tumor or others. The best approach with contrast CT chest would be the very next step to proceed from here after the discussion with your consultant. Being its accidental finding does not mandate to neglect it, otherw... | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it... | |
Suggest remedy for severe back pain
After several weeks of severe back pain,I collapsed when my left leg gave out and I couldn't move. Iwas taken to hospital and told that my spine is "a mess" and that my tailbone is crumbling. That wasearly in April and I remained in the hispital for some time (this was in the UK... | Hello, I have studied your case. Due to compression of this nerve root there is pain in your back and leg.I will advise you to do MRI spineFor these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started.Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help.Physiothe... | |
Is lipotrim diet or herbal diet suitable for Kidney disorder?
hi i have kidney disorder can i do the lipo trim diet or herbal life diet. i have spoken to my gp about the same but she was not to sure. she mentioned i couldnt do any diet which contains creatinine/creatine as this could cause further damage to my kidney... | HIWell come to HCMYou have not mentioned what kind of kidney disease you have it is just mentioned here "disorder" and this does not create any sense, now as long as your query is concern, in kidney disease herbal remedy may help but again question is for disease, certain diet need to be restricted in certain kidney di... | |
Suggest treatment for liver cirriosis
I have liver cirriosis and my legs and feet are severely retaining water. Water is dripping out slowly from legs. I am subscribed 40 mg water pill taking one in morning and one in pm. I try and watch my sodium and fluid intake. Any other suggestions? | Hello,You can have portal hypertension because of cirrhosis. Diuretic usually prescribes for decreasing edema fluid. Which you have been prescribed. Take a low salt diet. Moreover, if needed beta-blocker group drug can be added to control portal hypertension. If you vomit blood, then immediately consult to the nearby e... | |
What causes elevated levels of AST and ALT in a 14 month old?
i have just been told to my 14 month old needs an ultrasound on her liver, her AST and ALT are high. i asked the doctor but he did not tell me what was going on. he just said to get it done ASAP. we are going today in a few hours. i just want to know what t... | Hi...there are many reasons for the liver enzymes (AST and ALT) to get elevated. I need the whole liver function test panel to judge on this and also proper history and some clinical points to note. It also depends on how high the enzymes are. The reasons could range from a simple self limiting to viral illness to a s... | |
What causes itching bumps on hands, forearms, legs and thighs?
Hello, I have a red inflamed rash that is spreading,red bumps, some are irregular but some areas start as 4 red bumps in the perfect square,sometimes 3 bumps in a triangle and then some are single , some are oblong.The bumps sometimes itch but not excessi... | HiThank you for asking HCM. I have gone through your query. If you send a picture of the rash then it will be more helpful for identification. It can be most likely due to fungal infection called tinea corporis. A visual examination with a dermatologist will help you rule out that. If you were my patient with such cond... | |
Suggest treatment for cholelithiasis
I had a annual medical checkup, the ultrascan results revealed cholelithiasis with a lesion of 21mm x 16mm suggestive of organised sludge/polyp. I do not have any pain, please suggest what should be done. do I need to wait or should I get my gallbladder removed. | HelloCholelithiasis means there is presence of calclulus in gall bladder.There is also possibility of organised sludge/polyp in the gall bladder.Definitive treatment in this condition is surgical removal of gall bladder.Gall bladder calculus may cause infection,obstruction,cancer in long term.So, it should be removed ... | |
Sneezing, pressure and uneven feeling in left ear, partial difficulty in hearing in left ear. Suggest
i've been feeling sick, but i think i might just have allergies i don't know if it has anyhting to do with it, all i know is i sneezed, and now it feels like there's a lot of pressure in my left ear, i think i may hav... | it is definately allergic sinuses and in allergic sinusitis there is sneesing and post nasal drip which faals down and block eustachian tube leading to its blockage thus these signs told by you you can use metrogyl 200 mg bd syp tossex 1/2 tsf bd tab allegra 120 mg bd syp agekusil1 tsf tds apply neosporin h eye ointmen... |
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