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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 she was about to faint. She had breakfast and lunch. She is eating and drinking properly. But we are kind of scared that there might be something wrong with her. Something like this happen before...when she was around 13, when she came out of the shower, she had some trouble breathing too. So please give me answer... | 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. So better to take her to cardiologist and get done ecg, 2d echo and stress test (trade mill test). She may need surgical correction if VHD has been detected. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your daughter. Thanks. | |
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 the cervical region. My family is worried about lymphoma, but I was wondering about the long term affects of prednisone of lymph nodes. Could ou help me. | 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 long term steroid has been given to her. Possibility of tuberculosis also to be ruled out. | |
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 no conception but excellent progesterone levels. What should I do next? | 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 tubes are patent or some damage is present.ThanksDr Bhagyashree | |
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 maths and physics. today also when he is alright, he solves maths problems very swiftly. he takes some tablet schizopin, lives a lonely life and sleeps most of the time. What is his problem. can he recover? | 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 medicines and psychotherapy. He must make himself sure that he do not sit idle. Possible gateway for recovery is being busy with most interesting work schedule. Motivate him to have such a lifestyle.Please post a direct question to me in this website. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe some psychotherapy techniques which should help you cure your condition.Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
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 drink some milk and vomited repeatedly several times. We live in a developing country and the doctors are not knowledgeable about these things. What are the potential complications that could cause such vomiting, and what treatments should be given? | 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 liquids, and coffee will help. Some antiemetics can be added on. This is commonly seen in the first week after surgery. If you had a bad infected appendix, post-operative infected collections are common and this can cause your symptoms. But this will also cause fever and abdominal pain. Sometimes postoperative medications can cause small stomach ulcers and can cause these symptoms. You need to see your doctor and ask for antacids. Overall, if you are not having fever, loose stools, severe abdominal pain and vomiting and headache is not continuous, then nothing much to worry about. You can see your doctor if the symptoms are troubling you a lot. Simple Paracetamol should help you with headache. US (ultrasound) abdomen. Peptic ulcer. | |
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 the lung xray was improving, the doctor still recommended me to take anti TB meds. do i need to take the meds? can it be a false positive result considering my symptoms were actually improving with the antibiotic? | 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 bacterial). So with antibiotics, your bacterial part is improving and hence chest x ray is also improving. Tuberculosis is basically a chronic disease. If don't take treatment at present, it will show after 1-2 months. So even if you are improving with anti tubercular drugs, since your TB PCR is positive, you should definitely Complete the course of anti tubercular drugs. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
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 be allergy. Kindly advice. thanks | 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 well as to know the measures to avoid them.3. In general, I would suggest you to avoid exposure to dusts, smokes and air pollution as much as possible.Hope above suggestions will be helpful to you.Should you have any further query, please feel free to ask at HCM.Wish you the best of the health.Thank you & Regards. | |
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 would require a dr visit? | 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 should provide relief.If the child starts wheezing or becomes lethargic, if the temperature is beyond control, or if the condition lasts more than 7-10 days - you would need to visit a doctor without delay. | |
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 nervous | 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 have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sameer Maheshwari, Cardiologist | |
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 no solution by them.symptoms ;- 1. sneezing more then 100-150.2. flowing liquid from nose continually. (BRIDGING)3. flowing tears from my eyes continually. | 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.Oral antihistamines would help both the eye and nasal symptoms. Montelukast may also be very helpful to you.There are allergy eye drops that can help the eye symptoms.The use of topical steroid nasal spray would help control the nasal symptoms.I hope this helps | |
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 get rid of this infection and get my hearing back? | 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.. this fluid result from inflammation following infection...so dear user we should take it seriously...you said that it has been 2 weeks duration so it almost not along time to cause permenant damage...when accumulation of fluids lasts more than 2 month it may lead to danderius complication and severe damage of ear.....you may need to take the appropiate antibiotic so you can discuss with your doctor to do antibiotic sensitivity test.....grat importance to drain this fluid so simply next step you should consult ent ear specialist to drain this fluid and hearing may return normal and you will feel better after drainage of that fluid.....wish you healthy life | |
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 and am experiencing moderate abdominal pain. Is this normal? | 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 colonoscopy.You Need to get admitted for under-observation and if required a second-look colonoscopy with control of any condition which is causing the pains. | |
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 leg a massive bump was there and it is now blackish green. they have been popping up since last night and for some strange reason I am feeling weak in my legs. Should I go to the Doctor about this or is it just something that goes away ? | 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 would like to help my doctor find something that will make me better. I also have swollen glands under my right jaw which are painful to the touch. | 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 may need to take it for minimum 10 days for renal infectionSwelling below right jaw could be a sub mandibular gland swelling due to any obstruction to its drainage or any lymph nodes, you needs to get examined by local doctor to confirm diagnosis.Hope i answered your query.Regards | |
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 discomfort and is still doing physical therapy for his hip. He finished the sterioids at least a week to 10 days ago | 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.So don't build up wrong concepts and create more psychic complications in you which would increase risks and costs to you, but just ask a query to HCM and be comfortable to resolve your health issues.Welcome for any more query in this regard to HCM.Write good resume and Click thanks if you feel satisfied with my advise.Have a Good Day.Dr.Savaskar M.N. | |
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 surgery. What are my options ? | 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 good health | 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 order given by your doctor. His nutrition and physical activity must be kept under supervision. | |
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 lymphoma? I have an appt tomorrow with a local oncologist. What tests should be given. White male good shape 48y/o Thanks | 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 thing to think of.Wish you good health.Regards | |
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 took him to lunch earlier, and his eyes were wandering around, and he was dozing. I got him a coke STAT because since he hadn't eaten in so long I thought his bs might be really low. He is only 32...and he is on HBP meds, even though he is not overweight.....no other medical conditions to speak of. He hooked up my new computer, and doesn't remember anything about it. His mom just called me frantically because he threw her out of his room. is swearing, and completely dilerious to almost everything. He did pop in and out of it a few times today......I told his mom he needs to go to the ER NOW since this has obviously progressed. She said no, because he doesn't have insurance. But I KNOW this is not his normal self. I did take his BP and it was fine. No other sx.....except just looking kind of blank and confused. What are the possibilities.....he obviously needs bloodwork and a CT or MRI. NOT GOOD!!!!! Any suggestions as to a possible problem? | 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. Trying to do a job which you do not like at all can also disappoint you. These disappointments together irritate you and you automtically become short tempered. Please understand you and your abilities. Act accordingly. Do not underestimate you. Do not try to see problems within you. Disappointment in life do create these symptoms and these are momentary. You should be able to overcome these within a month. If you want more of my services, please post a direct query to me in this website. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
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. Lois c. Smith, YYYY@YYYY | 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 anything else to ask please contact me. Thanx. Dr. Arun Tank | |
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 iui today ? | 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 just recently i have had steady pains that forced me into the emergency room, where they said it was just a migraine . The backs of my eyeballs are in massive pain and extremely sensitive to light. I have only had dim lights on in my home and still need to wear sunglasses. This morning i felt a strong pain coming fast i sat and concentrated and felt as if something was moving very slow in the very back of my brain for 12 seconds, it stopped, but the pain persisted . My spine has been steady in pain even though i have been taking a prescribed prescription of hydrocodone . I have felt numbness in my left arm and left arms pointer finger and sometimes tingling feelings in the left palm. I have steady hair loss right at the top of my scalp. I m 25 years old. Also experiencing strong sharp chest pain for a week now and pain in my mid right side of my back (maybe in the lung). My father has MS and I have been doing a lot of reading on brain tumors/cancer. I d like to know what is your assumption on what i may be experiencing? Also should i be taking hydrocone/ amoxicillan/ prilosec and trazadone while still experiencing these symptoms? Thank you so much for your time. Danielle. | 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 (hydrocodone), antibiotics (amoxicillin), antacis (prilosec) and antidepressant and still no improvement then it still supports the fact that you might be having MS. Other possible causes of your symptoms can be Encephalomyelitis, CNS Vasculitis, Lyme Disease. Lupus Erythematosus, Spastic Paraparesis, Behçet Syndrome, Sarcoidosis. Your doctor will need to run an MRI and complete blood panel in order to determine the cause of your problems and provide specific treatments. You do not have to continue the drugs if you are not having any improvements. Hope this helps | |
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 cancer i really don t feel a knot it is just real painful near my armpit so you think i have cancer i made a appointment for next week | 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 hungry. Please could you give me an idea of what is wrong. Also would I be contagious? Many thanks Carole | 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 is yes then it's very likely that you've got the same disease. You haven't given enough details for a more specific approach to your condition. For example did you have high fever (>39 Celsius) ? High fever and severe headache can be symptoms of serious infections like meningitis or less serious ones like influenza (flu) and other common viral diseases. I suggest you consult your doctor as soon as possible. | |
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 medical help | 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, Cardiologist | |
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 month yet.i took 2 pregnancy tests in february, of which both of them were negative.is it possible? | 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 unprotected sex again in the next cycle there is risk of pregnancy.And dry sex doesn't result in pregnancy.There is chance of pregnancy when semen is ejaculated in or around the vagina during the fertile period.So relax.But the cause for irregular periods like PCOD,thyroid abnormalities,overweight,obesity or stress should be ruled out and get treated accordingly by the gynaecologist.Best regards.. | |
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 finally give correct diagnosis | 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.Thank you | |
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 we see a doctor or just let it rest? She is 10 and on 2 highly competitive cheer squads. She is at the gym 12 hours a week so an injury is devastating. Thanks for your help | 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 me for an MRI, and the report had slight scoilosis and Degenerative Changes, I have Severe nerve Damage L-4, L-5, But I kept working, In 2009 I transfered to a different Wal mart and they put me in the meat dept. lifting 50 lb boxes all day, i couldnt take the pain anymore, I had to take a leave of absence from work to try and get my back better, Shortly after I went on LOA, I found I was pregnant with my daughter, another Bedrest for 9 months and after she was born I had new xrays and the Doc said I have a 27 degree curve in my spine, I have had at least 15 Facet Injections in the last 3 yrs and thats about all any doc has done for me, My most recent MRI in 2013 shows severe scoilosis and I just had new xrays a few months ago and now My lower back has a 41 degree curve and my spine is twisting, and upper back is 27 degrees. I cant find a doctor that will help me with anything more than injections, and those only last a couple weeks, And i cant find a doctor to help me with any pain medications, because of all the people out there abusing drugs, people like me who truly need something for pain cant even get it!!!! PLEASE HELP ME | 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 on build up drinks for 4 weeks which are not helping. she has had a second dose of oral chemotherapy, no one seems to want to give us a prognosis, we want someone to just say how long we possibly may have left with mum | 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 problems like pneumonia, weakness, loss of appetite and the stress of chemotherapy which is affecting her general condition.Cancer chemotherapy must continue till the end with adequate care of pain relief measures. She should be given high protein liquid diets of her choice at regular intervals to help maintain her energy balance. During chemotherapy, there is a lot of destruction of the cancer cells and these circulate in the blood leading to further weakness. With expected respnse to chemotherapy and good support, her survuval might be ectended to 6 months to over a year. Please do not worry. | |
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. Thanks | 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, or be checked by my physician? I do not have constant pain, though I do have discomfort. | 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 assist you further. | |
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 Specialist | |
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 they do not know what it is,a referral has been made to a dermatologist, but I am so worried. | 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 guide you appropriately.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
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 painful breast and nipples. All my joints and bones are beyond painful and stiff. I have noticed some swelling in my hands and haven t slept in 24 hours because of the pain, I have tried advil , hot baths, and even half a Vicodin and nothing touches it. I am also having a lot of asthma attacks and find my self waking up have to take heavy breaths like I was just running around. Originally these where slow onset about 2 weeks after being here but they hit me incredibly hard the last week. I keep waiting for it to go away but it just gets worse. Also I have celiacs , however I am religouse about my diet and haven t had ANYTHING with gluten in it for years. I am also having alot of dull, throbbing headaches. | 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 antibodies for wheat and other foods to rule out interference by other food yo can start twice weekly dose of neotrextate tab methotrextate 2.5 mg twicxe a week this is immunosupressent and i have used in my cases of asthma skin sinus and bone problems i am still using and has got excellent results to prevent allergies in this dose and there are no side effects on long use others medicines can continue with this in pain killers avoid paracetamol brufen dispirin dietry suppliments as they increases the problem rather curing it | |
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 am. I slept for 4 hours and woke up and went to church. About 2 hours after I had just a mild aching feeling in my throat and I did not mind it. On the 12th day of my encounter I got a runny nose and I still had a very mild sore throat. Very mild because I could eat, swallow, drink water, talk properly. Yesterday I experienced a mild fever(38 degrees Celsius) for about an hour. I only had a high temperature but I did not feel weak, I could eat properly, etc. I took medication after then it went away after an hour. Later that night I drank warm water and coughed up phlegm. Today, I m feeling okay and I only have a wet cough left. My question is is that ARS? | 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 unable to detect the words or make out of what people say . Until my university stage when I faced failure for the first time in my life i suffered of depression after failing first year . nevertheless I kept failing successively for 4 years till i recovered from depression last year after strenuous efforts to get out of it meanwhile I bought new hearing aids Now i am feeling really better and i don t suffer of amnesia or emotional unstability and fatigue But i find some difficulties in studying . I find it hard to assimilate the information or think critically about an issue unless i should do extreme efforts to make out of it also that takes long time ( days , months) to get the puzzle pieces recollected together my question is : is that the problem of concentration and ability to assimilate and think critically linked to my social isolation due to my hearing disability or it is lingering effects of depression ? Now im in last year and i am longing for graduate this year .. thank you for the effort you make to help people to overcome the depression :) | 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 can seek psychological counselling and supportive psychotherapy in the interim. Hope you found the information usefu. Regards Dr Sundar Gnanavel Psychiatrist | |
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 intake is good. plz tell me what to do? | 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 resting ECG, a chest x ray and some blood lab tests:- complete blood count (for chronic anemia)- kidney and liver function tests- ferritin and hemosiderine plasma levels- blood electrolytes - vitamine B12 plasma levels- thyroid hormone levels (an immunological disorder could lead to thyroid dysfunction and celiac disease as well). A head up tilt test may be needed to exclude a possible orthostatic hypotension. Meanwhile I would advise you to avoid straining physical activity and take plenty of fluids (water, juices), to avoid dehydration. Hope to have been of help!Best regards, Dr. Iliri | |
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. Pains are uncontrollable. So she is very tense now. Could you suggest me | 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 appointment to see your GP.5.Suggest to have safe sex to avoid frequent i-pill usage, which will cause irregularities in periods and difficulty in pregnancy.Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health.Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you. | |
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 wanted to know whether my penis and testicles ard normal, my one testicle is large than other when it is loose, sometimes both testicles are tight and on that time both are equal size. Im uncircumcized, i pulled my penis's foreskin only before 2 weeks, i found my penis's head completely surrounded by yellow particles on the 1st time i pulled the foreskin. After two days i pulled it back, then i found the same yellow particles, but this time it was in liquid form and the quantity was very less. And i hadn't pulled the foreskin completely yet. Please help to get rid of my women nipples, and is my penis and testicles are normal? Iam very much thankful to you. | 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 there is pain or swelling. The yellow particles are dirt. You must clean the inside of the foreskin with mild soap and remove those particles. If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
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 of rest it got ok. It was going on fine when again day before yesterday I was playing cricket and while bowling it started again. This time it is not that painful but still I am not able to bend. | 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 and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal drtayal72@gmail.com | |
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,weighing only 2lbs. She has a mild case of scoliosis in which her doctor hasn t ever seemed too concerned about. But at the very top of her back, I guess its the top vertebrae sticks out. I wondered if this could be causing her problems. | 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 pain - no appendix, results also showed the following, unremarkable cyst in the liver , 2.7cm right adenxal cyst- 2 small further cysts in the uterine fundus. I am going to be having a referral to Gygn locally. I feel very weak, shaky and bit lightheaded, and it feels like my heart is beating heaver than usual as I am more aware of it- all my obs in the hospital once I had had fluids were withing normal limits, CRP less than 1, bloods unremarkable.] How long will I feel like this?? | 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 ultrasound tells that no appendix was found, it does not meant that you do not suffer from appendicitis. It just means that the doctor couldn't find it at all. If you were treated with antibiotics during the hospitalization, there is a chance that this antibiotic treated your appendicitis for a while. In 50% of appendicitis antibiotics therapy will give positive response. But it does not treat the appendicitis permanently. So the conclusion is, if all others possible reasons of your pain were ruled out, and the pain is not gone or the pain is recurring, there is a time for surgery to remove your appendix. And by all others diseases I understand: pregnancy, urinary tract infection, urinary tract stones, ovarian infection, ovarian cyst. And if its about your blood work results, if an antibiotic is given, CRP and WBC will be low. So it does not rule appendicitis out either. Hope this will help. Regards. | |
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 go home, I'm not usually irritable but I get that way sometimes. I'm really scared for my health to be honest. I'm 16 years old. I believe I've suffer from severe depression. I am very stressed and weirdly scared of the dark lol (I'm too old for that) but I sleep with the light off sometimes, but I am a little paranoid with it. I see weird things sometimes in the dark. Tell me if this is normal or should I talk to a doctor or therapy. | 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 medicines you have to consult psychiatrist and evaluate your self.Insomnia can be treated with zolpidam 10 mg or bnzodiazapin like clonazepam or diazepam.But do take advise.Thank you.Get well soon.Both ECT and antidepressant will helpful to recover from depression.Choice of drug can depend upon symptoms and severity. | |
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 would he continue to do it? | 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 demonstrates interval development of diffuse cerebral volume loss, most prominently involving the cortex, with a widening of the sulci and ex-vacuo dilatation of the ventricular system. There is a faint T2-FLAIR hyperintense signal of the bilateral hemispheric white matter. There is sparing of the cerebellum and only mild interval thinning of the corpus callosum. Interval development of a subdural collection along the left cerebral convexity, most prominent at the left frontal convexity causing a mild mass effect on the left frontal parenchyma. It shows mildly increased FLAIR signal, likely related to proteinaceous content. The intraorbital optic nerves have decreased volume, compatible with optic atrophy. There are punctate foci of susceptibility artifact in the right parietal and right occipital region, likely related to minimal hemosiderin staining. No mass lesion or midline shift. There is no acute intracranial hemorrhage or acute territorial infarction. No hydrocephalus. No cerebellar tonsillar herniation. Preserved flow voids of the major intracranial vessels. There are bilateral mastoid and middle ear effusions and mucosal disease of the bilateral paranasal sinuses. Single voxel MRI spectroscopy at the basal ganglia demonstrates increased choline and mildly decreased NAA, nonspecific markers of parenchymal injury. Impression: Interval development of severe supratentorial brain volume loss with thinning of the intraorbital optic nerves. Interval development of a subdural collection along the left cerebral convexity with mild mass effect on the left frontal lobe. | 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 the brain (chronic changes in small brain vessels caused by uncontrolled diabetes, dyslipidemia, hypertension, smoking, etc.). There is also a subdural collection, which is causing mild compression on the left frontal lobe. I would recommend consulting with a neurosurgeon about this. I would also recommend to closely monitor his blood pressure values, periodically check his fasting glucose and blood lipid profile. If dementia is present (memory troubles, confusion), I would recommend treatment with Donepezil or Memantine. Hope to have been helpful. For more information consult a neurologist online --> | |
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 intercourse.4.do foreplay for longer time.5.you may use lignocaine spray on the penis 15 minutes before having sex.but dont spray on the glans penis.thank you.hope my answer would have helped you. | |
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 first. Please suggest if the prescription is correct? | 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 bring your periods. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Khushboo Priya | |
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? Hydrocortisone cream? | 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 cream, take care and have a nice day. | |
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 procedure is most effective. How do I select the right one procedure? | 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 surgeon and get evaluated. Wishing you good health. Thanks. | |
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 or emergency pills, inflammatory pelvic diseases, climatic changes, food changes, etc. USG abdomen, thyroid profile. If you have an irregular period due to PCOD, then you can go through Kalarchikai choornam as the above-mentioned dose. Avoid spicy and fried junk foods, do regular kapalbhati, mandukasana and ardhamatsyendrasana. | |
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 around the coller bone and the si de of my neck | 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 of stoppage of medicine. No diabetes or HIV have been detected. Kindly advise and tell me how the homeopathy heals the disease. | 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 Nux Vomica 1M (Venum orange) one dose before sleep. Then again wait for one week with no medicine and then consult me again for the next medication because it will be based on that time presenting symptoms (1 dose is four globules or two drops on tongue). 1. In these two weeks do not apply any ointment apply plain coconut oil. 2. Do not use any soap on the affected area. 3. Do not take a raw onion. 4. And do not take any other homeopathic medicine for anything. | |
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 cytology negative. CAn you please advise us on how do we proceed. THe patient is 63yrs old and we are in souther part of India. | 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 sarcomas have not yet spread to lymph nodes, the risk of spread (to lymph nodes or distant sites) is very high. These tumors also tend to grow back in the same area after they are removed (this is called local recurrence).High grade tumors behave more aggressively meaning they have a higher tendency to grow faster , surgically removing the tumor is still the main treatment. Lymph nodes will be removed as well if they contain cancer. If the tumor is large or in a place that would make surgery difficult, the patient may be treated with chemo, radiation .Magnitude of the survival advantage from improved nutrition, can even be greater than the magnitude of the treatment effects being targeted in current clinical drug trials .I will like to suggest you to modify lifestyle to fight cancer is one of the most effective treatment options in my view . I must tell you that our health depends mostly upon 'what & how & when we eat, and our life style .A diet full of processed foods will produce biochemical and metabolic conditions in your body that will decrease your immunity, so avoiding processed foods is definitely the first step in the right direction.One of the important strategies to achieve healthy body is a diet containing essential nutrients -- fresh, raw whole foods .More of Fiber, fruit, egg fish ,fish oil for Omega 3, green leafy veges . quality, organic, biodynamic, locally-grown food will naturally increase immunity giving resistance from diseasesTo keep metabolism on right path to increase the strength of immune system , take all supplements full of antioxidant serve as antibiotics .also serve as an important defense mechanism against cancer. Iodine, artemisinin and green tea extract are three of the most beneficial natural supplements to support immune health while fighting cancer cells .Coconut water ,Aloe vera juice 20ml juice Twice a dayBitter gourd juice kills bacteria on mass basesLemon juice with water twice before meals , Turmeric powder , level spoon with with a cup of hot milk at bed time ,All these antioxidants maximizes natural minerals so that your body has the raw materials it needs , to do what it was designed to do. To kill ba | |
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 pressure is applied on it and then it expands into the white, perfectly round spot. It's not near the base of my teeth on my gums. I've had this three times so far in the course of 9 months and it is always just one singular sore every time. The ulcer usually lasts for about two weeks. I have also tested negative for HSV 1 and 2, with the last test being last month. I don't have braces, chew tobacco, or smoke. I also brush and floss regularly, use mouthwash, and have never had any teeth or gum problems before. I don't have any other symptoms besides the sore when it occurs. I've had canker sores before, but they have never been on my gums and they never have liquid come out of them. My canker sores are also never perfectly round with a small hole-like dot right in the middle like these sores. What could this possibly be? What do I need to do? Thank you! | 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. Other symptoms can include swollen lymph nodes, fever and listlessness.See your physician if you have (a) the clustering kind of canker sores (b) pain that isn't helped by regular pain remedies (c) trouble eating and drinking (d) unusually large sores (e) sores that extend into the lips (f) reoccurring ulcers with new ones coming on before the old ones heal (g) a high fever with the canker sores.I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.Take care | |
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 have been chasing the results ever since. It hasn t been an issue as I ve had the coil but due to medical reasons I have had to have it removed. We managed to contact the consultants secretary today who told us that there was occasional non motile sperm in my husbands samples. The consultant at the time told my husband that they had cut away quite a chunk of the correct tube, they had it analysed and it was the correct tube they cut away. But his sperm results said occasional non motile sperm | 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 with good surgery or there may be some problem in the surgery conducted.Once you check with second all your doubts will be clear. Please be aware as this can make you pregnant. Appropriate contraceptive measure is must till we receive clear report from the lab showing no sperms in the system.I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.Thank you,Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist,HCM | |
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 that have been happening every day. Should I be worried, my mom won t take me to the hospital to be checked. Should I worry about my health further deteriorating | 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.). The progressive deterioration in your clinical situation is really concerning. So, I would recommend consulting with a neurologist for a careful neurological exam and performing some tests: - a brain CT scan- an EEG- complete blood count- PCR, sedimentation rate for inflammation - thyroid hormone levels. A brain MRI may be needed. Hope to have been helpful!Greetings, Dr. Aida | |
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 get rid off the rash. When ever i apply such kind of ointments i get temporary relief. Now the problem is beocme very acute and i experience terrible uncomfort at times. i feel very ashamed to consult a doctor. I am in the middleast working and consulting a doctor too is very expensive for me. Kindly suggest a remedy. The skin is turned black and it itches some times. | 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 cutting teeth. What are the chances it is something other than teething? is there anything I can do to soothe her? or speed up her recovery? | 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. Need not to worry. You should take plenty of fluids. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination . Doctor my order test like stool test , endoscopy , ultrasound and take history. Doctor may prescribe omeprazole , ornidazole , albendazole , laxative along with antiemetic drug . For now eat light and non spicy and take antacid after every meal and take light walk after every meal .Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari | |
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 is green . | 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 weight at 4.5 month age. she should pass 6-7 times urine. other thing i noted in your query, that you give her dairy milk. if mother is healthy then her should is sufficient for 6 months .take balanced diet, do proper rest ( 2 hours day time rest is also advisable).if you can not avoid to give extra milk , then give formula milk. maintain proper hygiene during milk preparation and feeding . hand washing and boiling of bottle before each feed. | |
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 that morning when urinating so rheumy did a urine sample and dipstick showed ph-5, glucose-0,ketones-neg,leukocytes-trace,nitrate-neg,protein 30+, blood-moderate. The microscopic was EPI-too numberous to count, mucus 3+/lpf, white cells 5-10/hpf, red cells 2-5/hpf, bacteria urine 1+/hpf. culture was growth indicative of contamination with peri-urethral flora. macroscopic showed spec gravity 1.030 H, leuko esterase trace, Blood + A. The rest was negative and normal. The dipstick showed protein 30+ but macroscopic showed protein negative. Does any of this say anything? I never took any antibiotic and never had any more burning or urine problems since that morning. | 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. He is doing his CPA and is 23 yrs of age. Please advise how to reduce pot belly and overcome unusual sleepiness.My email ID is YYYY@YYYY | 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 cause mild sedation but sleepiness in such severity is most likely not due to drugs. I would advise you to consult his psychiatrist regarding increase in dose of drug if needed. OCD is a type of anxiety disorder that responds to drugs in a little higher doses. Thanks Dr. Seikhoo Bishnoi, MD | |
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 long time after I fell. | 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 painless lump. This too could get absorbed gradually. In case it persists,or increases in size, you might have to consult a general surgeon/orthopedic surgeon in your area for further management.I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef. | |
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 this for just a little over a week. The pain at times does extend from my lower stomach to the shaft of my penis | 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 sensitive to.Please take broad spectrum antibiotics like Cefexine along with urinary antiseptic like Nitrofurantoin twice daily and urine alkaliser thrice daily.Later on switch on to appropriate antibiotics as per culture report.Get the prescription of medicines from your family Physician.Ensure to drink more water.To keep your urine dilute This will help to control dysuria.Dr.Patil. | |
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–Fordyce disease is a chronic blockage of the sweat glands.This disease requires surgical removal of the skin tissue containing affected sweat glands.Thank you. | |
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 me awake and the breast feels so hot I need to apply cool compresses. What is this and what can I do to relieve the pain when swallowing? | 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 serve as gastric irritants. You might require contrast study to know if there are any leaks in the operated site and if any food contents are going in to the lungs. Once this is clarified that your surgery site is fine then it is not a serious concern.Taking small regular meals which is soft in consistency might help. A review CT scan and endoscopy might be required to assess any recurrent disease. | |
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 really worried i also heard the baby could be in the falapion tube i dont know what to do ? im going to the hospital tomorrow | 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 unbearable.. Thanks. | |
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 which follicles are not growing.i tried Homeopathy and other english medicines to make the follicles grow but in vain.And the doctor where am consulting says that i need to do laproscopy but am really scared of that.More over am working and 26 years old i feel not to undergo such treatment as am very scared for which it causes too much of pain.So i would like to kn by any chance will i get conceived soon without such treatments. Please advise.That will be a great help. | 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, the next step to be done when the previous step fails:1. Ovulation induction with drugs2. Intrauterine insemination3. In vitro fertilizationThere is no role of laparoscopy in the treatment if PCOS is confirmed and bilateral fallopian tubes are patent.I would suggest you and your partner to consult an infertility specialist and get properly examined, investigated and treated accordingly.Hope you found the answer helpful.Wishing you good health. | |
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 ...PLEASE SUGGEST ME BEST MEDICINE FOR THE SSAME. Thanking You V.K Tiwari | 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 paste, telecom powder, due etc. If you are able to identify the allergen than avoid that you will get relief.Secondarily your bed room should not be having humidity, if you are having carpet than please avoid it. Some times pets are also responsible for this.As you said you are smoker and taking wines also, to get better results please quite these habits.If you follow all above probably you will get response otherwise you have to go for skin test for allergy and accordingly desensitization by suitable vaccine will solve your problemThanks for consulting HCM. | |
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. also occasional sensations of heat in that leg | 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 sensations by affecting the nerve. You should also see a foot and ankle specialist for confirmation. | |
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 know when should we have intercource | 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 3 months. Good luck. | |
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 muscle twitching all over the body and a muscle tension on my right arm. I also noticed I am losing hair from my left eyebrow. I have no weakness, tiredness or loss of balance. No diseases run in my family, not even diabetes or cancer. I am a hypochondriac, and I was panicking for almost two weeks just because I noticed my finger was a little crooked and it was just normal. But now, I have developed real symptoms. Can anxiety cause such real symptoms? I am really scared. | 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 time i get this injection . my email is YYYY@YYYY | 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. Rakhi Tayal drrakhitayal@gmail.com | |
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 large scar like some smoth skin and when you look at it you can see diferences between normal and that skin.And i had phimoza but i did got circumsised a year ago beacause of phimoza.But i think beacuase of phimoza i did got infection and it caused payronie disease (when i had phimoza i couldn't even see my glans and couldnt wash it,...) So, what should i do? Will it affect my penis size? (beacuase i have small penis about 3.5 inches when erect).Can i do something with out going to doctor? Please, Help me! Im really concerend about this.And thanks. | 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 phenomenon is quite normal and there is nothing to worry. In fact, the curved penis will give you more pleasure when you engage in vaginal intercourse than straight penis simply because curvature provides more friction. Enjoy your curve. I suggest online sex education. Therefore I suggest consulting a psychologist for physical examination, diagnosis and treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. K. V. Anand, Psychologist | |
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. -Apply antibiotic ointment to the injury every day to prevent infection. Hope my answer was helpful. If you have any other question Ill be glad to help. | |
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 the meaning plz | 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 periods? | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they should arrive. If not, then you can safely opt for a progesterone withdrawal to resume menses. For further information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
What 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 which could be anywhere from a few minutes to hours. | 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 anticonvulsants,endocrine disorders to certain familial syndromes or kidney disorders. So i suggest you get her blood checked.Other associated manifestations in the body which can occur are coarse hair, brittle nails, mood changes and dry skin. You might need to get her evaluated for her current problems from your doctors who can do the right tests so that any underlying problems can be ruled out and she receive the appropriate treatment. Thank you. | |
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 of tirednesS. Is this something I should worry about? On a side note I had a one night stand 6 weeks ago. Is this chest cough a symptom of any type of primary HIV infection?? Sorry I am a worrier. Thank you | 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 shaving. I have no history of cysts or abscesses, and was wondering if something like this could be caused by pressure? I rode a stationary bike for the first time in a long time and went 30 minutes even thought it was quite uncomfortable right in that area (I have a flat, bony butt) I ve never had anything like this before. | 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 am a dental hygienist and I will be working the next two days. Is there anything that would cover them, so the patients would not be aware??? | 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 you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Wishing you good health. | |
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 help | 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 with reports for further management. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhanu Partap, Cardiologist | |
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 transplantation...can you please suggest me what should i do? whether to transplant or the way dialysis ? | 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 .: srinukidney@yahoo.in pass; 9866649604 r mail me sri_mobile@yahoo.com please please help me sri call me 9866649604 please call me | |
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 days ago that lasted 24 hrs. Thanks | 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 scientifically.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)., | |
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 regard but she has asked us to do whatever we want. I need a correct advice. My wife has 70 kg weight and 5'4'' height. | 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 there for 15+ years. He made it quite clear that it was nothing to do with what had happened that day. My mother had a GP appointment a few days later & he said he thought it would have been a seizure. Please could you tell me the difference between the Amnesia & a Seizure? Also, how would the consultant know how long the tumour had been there? Thank you. | 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 involuntary movements of face, arm or legs, and last for a few minutes. They may have confusion after the seizure.I agree that meningioma is not the cause of amnesia. Amnesia is often due to lack of blood flow to the brain.I hope my reply has helped you.I would be pleased to answer, if you have any follow up queries or if you require any further information. Best wishes,Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology)Senior Consultant NeurologistApollo Hospitals, Hyderabad,For DIRECT QUERY to me: My blog: | |
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 best treatment that can be given to treat Air Embolism.Hope this has answered your query.Kind Regards | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late periods? | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they should arrive. If not, then you can safely opt for a progesterone withdrawal to resume menses. For further information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
What 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 dextroscoliosis that was discovered only last 2004, and previous to this i cant remember when was my last xray. Only recently, this year on January, i had the following chest PA xray result: Followup examination since January 25, 2013 shows: There is now a faint nodular density in the right upper long superimposed in the right 4th and 5th posterior ribs (suggest apicolordotic view for further evaluation). The heart is not enlarged. Both costrophrenic sulci and hemidiaphragms are intact. Mild thoracic spine dextroscoliosis is still seen. No other remarkable interval findings. Doctor, am i in trouble with these results? What does this faint nodular density in the right upper lung superimposed in the right 4th and 5th posterior ribs? Please enlighten me. Thank you very much. | 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, otherwise, it may flare up without our knowledge. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon | |
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 was only two drops. 2. We usually do not go for emesis (vomiting) for phenol poisoning cases. Because, it is a volatile compound and causes vapors entering the lungs through the airways. 3. As it was only two drops, I do not think it may cause much trouble. If he feels short of breath contact me back, otherwise fine. 1. He should avoid re-exposure. 2. Rule out if there is some sort of suicidal ideation due to depression or anxiety and take him to a psychiatrist for physical evaluation. For further follow up consult a general practitioner online.---> | |
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) and the only therapy Igot were several exercises, which I still perform, and a some unsupervised "walking" with a Zimmerframe. I returned to the US at the end of June and got a rollator and do quite well with it and can walkaround my apartment, slowly and with some diificulty, without aids. I still have considerable pain aroundthe tailbone area and which goes down into my thighs. I dread g e tting up in the morning becaause thepain is so bad. I take Ibuprofin and it eases off after a while but can recur again at any time. Sitting andlying in bed can be painful, even eating can cause pain. In the letter the orthopedic surgeon gave mefor my doctor here, she stated that I have sciatica. Will this pain last forever?. | 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.Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.Take care. | |
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 kidneys. however, she was not able to confirm if these particular diets confirm the same. | 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 disease, hope for your query would be in detail next time and that will be appreciated, thank. | |
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 emergency room for band ligation or sclerotherapy. Consult gastroenterologist for examination.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Parth Goswami | |
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 to except? | 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 serious congenital liver disorder. I suggest you get back to us by uploading all the relevant test which have so far been performed by uploading the images.You can approach me at the following link - www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sumanth-amperayani/67696Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
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 excessively. The bumps started on my hands,forearms and now to front of upper thighs legs and trunk of my body. I have not been in yard etc for poision ivy, or changed detergents or body lotion. What could this be? | 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 condition then I would recommend using ketoconazole lotion for local application and fluconazole tablet weekly once orally for 1 month also.Hope this may help you. Let me know if anything not clear. Thanks. | |
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 surgically.Surgery can be done laproscopically.Recovery is fast by this procedure.You shouldn't wait and should consult your surgeon.Get well soon.Take CareDr.Indu Bhushan | |
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 have wax built up in it, but it's just a very uneven feeling, and now i don't know what to do, i'm very freaked out, cause i can hear normally if i hold a phone to my left ear and let the dial tone go off or if i put the left ear phone in when im listening to music, but if it's not anything like that then it feels as if im going/gone nearly deaf in my left ear | 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 ointment in nose bd and sea water drops 2 drops at night each nose take for 3 wk stop metrogyl after 5 days after that get xray pns done and treat allergic sinusitis by consulting allergy specialist |
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