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Suggest remedy for red, itchy chest after waxing
Hi. Couple of days after my 2nd waxing I had itching sensation on my body..mainly chest area..it turned red and now have small pimples or acne. Bit reddish in color..its a bit itchy when I touch them..how to get rid of them? and will I have any marks left after the cure... | It is a very common problem and yes is curable. you can apply lacto calamine in the night for 2 weeks and can take any anti allergic once a day for 1 week.. it should subside by then. | |
What are the side effects of Systemic lupus erythematosus?
My daugther is a Lupus patient (SLE). She undergo SGPT/ALT test because her eyes is yellowish in color and he lost her appetite. The result of SGPT/ALT is 2380 U/L just today. Is this a sign that she has a liver problem like Hepatitis? Please help me....Thank ... | Hi Pasana,Thanks for asking.Based on your clinical history and query, my opinion is as follows:1. SLE is a systemic autoimmune disorder.2. Elevated ALT levels at this range definitely indicates hepatitis. Associated yellowish eyes also reaffirms the same.3. Yes, she has hepatitis. She will require steroids along with i... | |
Suggest remedy for emotional and disillusioned state of mind with suicidal tendencies
Hi! I m Carleen R. Jones, and actually, I would just like to make a comment regarding Dr. Phil s appearance on a late night talk show last week where the host and his wife just had a baby girl, and Dr. Phil showed a photo where he ha... | HiThanks for using healthcare magicI think, you are in depression and you need antidepressant for proper improvement. You should consult a psychiatrist for diagnosis and management. You can also consult a psychologist for supportive and CBT. That would help to control suicidal ideas. In case, you need further help, you... | |
What medicine should I take apart from krimson nad bigromet for total relief from pain in the left abdomen before and after menses ?
hello doctor m vandana. now i have alweyas pain in my left abdomen .for taht taken krimson nad bigromet.but i have no relief plzz doctor tell me the perment relief of thi severe pain hel... | Welcome to Healthcare MagicWho is it who recommended you to take this medication. What you have taken is antibiotic for infection and anti-diabetic medication. You could be having endometriosis which is menstrual tissue growing probably on your ovary which is causing the pain by peritoneal irritation as well. You need ... | |
Can pregnancy happen even after using spermicide foam?
I had sex 4 days ago (I was on top the entire time) with my boyfriend and we used a condom, as always. He ejaculated into the condom, but when I got off of him, the condom got stuck in my vagina, with about an inch - inch and a half of the condom sticking out of ... | yes, spermicides carry a failure rate of 9-20 percentage. so, even after using it, chances of pregnancy remains. | |
What is hydrouretoronephrosis & how can it be treated?
i am kvreddy aged 44 yrs. My left kidney measuring 104x53mm with mild hydrouretoronephrosis. Cortico medullary differentiation is maintained. No solid or Cystic lessons. Small calculi measuring 8 mm noted in mid pole and 5 mm in the upper pole, Few small calculi m... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.DOs for kidney stones(i) Drinking as much as 1.5 to 2.5 liters) a day may help flush out your urinary system. This will also allow small stones to pass through.(ii) Visit washrooms regularly and empty your bladder when you feel like doing urination.(iii) Please take fruits like apple, papaya, w... | |
Should i be worried about the pain in buttock while diagnosed with bobe tb?
I have been taking medication for bone tb[in left SI joint] ,its been a year now .My doctor has asked to stop the medicine by 15th Sep.Now from yesterday i am feeling little pain in left buttock .I am very much worried about this ,as i have to... | Hello, As first-line management, you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. if symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedician and plan for an MRI scan. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What is the normal T-cell count to have a safe surgery?
GETTING 2ND OPIONION ON COLOSOMY DR SAYS NEEDS TO OPERATER AND REMOVE DUE TO ITS TO CLOSE TO BONE AND HARD TO REACH AND SEE AND TOUCH- SO IM GETTING SCANS AND WITH 3D IMAGING - MY T-CELLS ARE 230 - AIDS FOR 20 YEARS T-CELL WEREW JUST COMING UP AFTER2 YEARS - FROM... | t cell count above 500 is suggestive of good immunity. This shows you will recover fast and chances of infection is very less. Chances that these cell number will improve are very less specially since you have AIDS since 20 year, I would suggest you to go for this surgery if your doctor allows. Any way with low T cell... | |
Why do I have abdominal pain, bloating and loose stool?
Hi have stomach pain, and had motions 3 times with in 3 hours, the pain is on left side of my stomach, I feel the sensation of my stomach bulging at the left side.what could be the problem, is it food infection. This will happen often with couple of months freque... | IT looks that you have an intestinal infection. Most probably Colitis. If this is happening repeatedly, you have to think of Food allergy, note down which foods cause you this problem,,. This can be due to Waterborne diseases , check for the water and foods at source.Get colonoscopy and ultrasonography done. To rule ou... | |
How to treat swelling and pain in teeth due to infection?
I had swelling and pain. i took treatment for root canel. but before closing the tooth my doc took X ray. And he said still the infection is there, it didn't reduce atleast 50%. so you either may have to take small surgery (episiotomy) to remove all infection o... | thanks for your query, i have gone through your query. the infection could be periapical granuloma or cyst. after root canal treatment if the infection does not subside then the root tip of the tooth has to be removed(apicectomy) with retrograde filling. if it is a cyst then enucleation of the cystic lesion has to be d... | |
Suggest remedy for lump between nail and toe due to dog bite?
Hello Doctor, my right big toe was bitten by a dog, I haven't been to the doctors and I haven't had a tetanus shot for it, the bite didn't draw blood, but there is now a painful lump in between my nail and my Toe, I have Tried Home Remadies but nothing seem... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,Rabies is a disease which is also transmitted by bite of the monkey, it is a 100% fatal disease but it is 100% preventable by proper and adequate treatment.As you were bit by a dog on the big toe which has led to painful lump in between the nail and the nail bed with internal bleeding at the site o... | |
How to control hypertension for a 37 year old female?
Hello Doctors I need your valuable advice....Iam 37 years old ,female.I have planned for orthognathic surgery but I have been diagnosed hypertension with 150/110. and surgery was postponed untill hypertension is controlled.How can I control hypertension? | Hello and thank you for using HCM.I carefully read your question and I understand your concern.I will explain you something and give you my opinion.We talk about hypertension if we have mean values that exceeds 140/90 mmHg.Hypertension is divided in two big groups: Essential or idiopathic Hypertension without an ident... | |
What causes swelling and pain in the hands?
I’ve had two episodes within the last three weeks of chills (no apparent fever), swollen lips with pinpoint sore spots, swollen painful hands and pain when lifting my arms. I also became breathless on mild exertion. I am normally a very healthy person. I am seeing my Doctor ... | Hi, The swelling and pain in the hands may not be related to allergy. This can be related to tendonitis also. You can start with a mild pain killer and see if it helps. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
Could change in the size of nipple looking like dent on each side indicate breast cancer?
Hi, im 13 and a girl. Im worried , one of my breasts, my right one, is seeming to get different. My great grandmother had breast cancer, so I look out for these types of things. The shape of my nipple is changing, ive read that i... | Hi,Welcome to Health care magic forum. It appears to be your hyper activity, now it is the time for you to think of the studies, exams, and games, snacks, and foods. Around the age of menarchy, the breasts will develop in a different stages, and different sizes in both sides. ... | |
What causes thrombocytopenia?
I'm 17 years old (150 lbs, 5'6") and was diagnosed with thrombocytopenia about two weeks ago. I'm also suffering from mild depression. Is there any vitamins or supplements I can take to increase the platelet count? Upon admission into the hospital it was 50, then 40, 30 and a week ago, 7... | hi, there are many causes of thrombocytopenia. most common cause is simple viral infection. many other infection like malaria dengue also causes thrombocytopenia. peripheral destruction or decreased production may be responsible for that. so kindly investigate for the cause and then take treatment accordingly. you will... | |
Q. Is there any treatment other than hormonal pills for perimenopause symptoms?
Hello doctor, I am a 46-year-old female who is dealing with perimenopause symptoms. My Ob-gyn has recommended taking low dose of birth control pills to relieve my symptoms. However, I am at a higher risk for breast cancer because my late m... | Hello. That is really sad to hear about your mother but I would like to add into your information that evidence suggests that HRT does not significantly increase the risk of breast cancer. It is only contraindicated if the person taking HRT has breast cancer already. Secondly, yes other options (SSRI, SNRI, Clonidine, ... | |
What are the fatty tissue lumps under my skin?
I have very many fatty tissue lumps under the skin, all over my body. I was told by a GP, about 20 years ago, that they were polyps ....fatty tissue that some people are more prone to than others. Since that time the numbers on my body have increase and the sizes of some ... | Hi.Thanks for your query and history.Oh, These are not polyps.These are called lipomas. There are few indications for their removal as follows" *unsightly* on pressure points like buttocks, back.*on Joints*going into muscles*Sudden increase in site or if they become painful.If you have any of these reasons , you may we... | |
What does it mean by motility 55%, count 105 million/ml, morphology 15% abnormal forms in a semen analysis?
Hi Doctor, here's my semen analysis: Done 1 hour after ejaculation, volume - 4.5ml, viscosity - +++ increased, motility - 55%, count - 105 million/ml, morphology - 15% abnormal forms. Mainly pin heads, giant he... | Hi welcome to the health care magic Your sperm count is totally normal.... Normal semen have atleast 40% motility and 32% should be at least actively motile... So provide provide me exactly how much actively motile sperm present to give more comment on motility Don't worry for 15% abnormal Morphology of sperm.... Here ... | |
How to overcome my depression?
sir my wife is suffering from depression from the last 02 years . AS Per doctor advice he take pexcep , lonozep and and stilnoct but recovery not done. now she is taking veniz xr 75 , and etizola .25 but no recovery yet recieved. can you suggest which medicine now will be effec... | Hi there.Thanks for writing in.I would advise you to sign her up for yoga and meditation classes which will help her relax and get better.Do continue the medications as prescribed by her doctor.Talk to your wife. Just knowing that you are there for her and you care about her will make her feel good.If she has any hobbi... | |
What to do for the lump in the leg due to a fall?
I am on chemo and slipped in tub 1 week ago, banging my lower leg on inside about an inch from shin. It just bruised first with no swelling. It still doesn t appear swollen externally, although slightly bruised still, but I noticed that it feels lumpy under the skin. C... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have history of injury. You may have some haematoma formation due to extravasation of blood. You may have chance of some internal injuries. You should go for x ray or mri to rule out any internal injuries. You should take anti inflammatory... | |
What are the consequences of presence of E.coli and albumen in urine ?
my urine examination has showed up albumen value 3 plus and its culture has shown growth of e.coli in it after 48 hrs.what does this indicate and what are its consequences?how can this be treated?please help me to know about it.. | Hi,Welcome to HCM.The urine report suggest urinary tract infection,you need to take antibacterial drug to reduce the infection and have plenty of fluids.If untreated you may develop fever associated with chills etc.For albumin in urine further evaluation of kidney function has to be done like serum creatinine to rule o... | |
What causes breasts pain while on medication for heart burn?
I have had pain in my chest for over a week that starts at 4:00 in the morning...my breasts hurt too. I am using some heart burn meds but the center of my chests still hurts. I m 44 (fem) and don t think anything could be wrong I just want the pain to stop. | Hello Ma'am After going through query I understand your concern.I would like to tell you acid reflux can cause chest pain . But if you have centralized chest pain , increasing with exertion then it can be due to underlying heard disease also. It's advisable to get done an ECG and echocardiography done and if it comes n... | |
What causes dry blood in nose and breathing problems?
My 2yr old daughter has been waking up with dry blood in her nose as if she had a nosebleed. I never catch her bleeding though. And when she sleeps it seems as if she can never breath right. Im not sure if this is ok or if I should worry and take her in. | There could be several reasons for seeing dry blood in her nose. It could be a small nosebleed, for which the commonest cause is nose-picking in older children, and bleeding from the small veins in the front part of the nose in smaller kids, for no apparent reason. The sleep difficulty may also be related to the above ... | |
What are the two hard flesh colored bumps on the penis shaft?
Hi, I have two hard flesh coloured bumps on my penis shaft. They do not hurt or leak any fluid. On the left side of my penis shaft i have what looks to be a skin tag, painless, occasionally itches and has pain, it is also in a fold which points me toward sk... | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forum It may be a skin tag/wart. So, it is difficult to diagnose without examination. Please visit a dermatologist for examination and further management. | |
Delayed periods, lighter bleeding on two days and spotting on third day. Pregnancy test negative. Trying to conceive. Advice
Hi, I am 30 yrs old. My husband and I are trying for baby #2. the past couple wks I have been having early pregnancy symptoms but the pregnancy tests are neg. I was suppose to start my period on... | Hello, I would be happy to help you with your question. Given that you have had one prior child, it does not sound like there are any fertility issues. It is also possible that you just checked the test slightly early and this should be rechecked over the next week. Finally, if the test remains negative and you still... | |
Can Cialis be taken erectile dysfunction after treating spinal cord injuries?
Hello I m Omar 30 years old and I get shot in my back ((injuries spinal cords)) And I have a problem with stand up peins and cum also! I use one time cialis pill I get Stand up and cum! Should I use cialis always? Do you have any idea about ... | Hi, Cialis can be taken for a good duration of time at a low dose i.e. 2.5 mg but as this is the prescription drug, you can buy it only after your doctor's recommendation. It has a serious risk of lowering blood pressure and may be dangerous if you have any underlying heart condition. Hope I have answered your query. L... | |
Is a black core in the arm lump of concern?
i had a white bump on my arm the size of a cous cous and the dermatologist sent it out for testing and came back fine. But when they scraped it off, there was a small black core in the direct center of it. Since then, the core has become a little bigger and darker. Concernin... | Hi! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. Even if the lesion could be benign, I would advise you to get it clinically assessed by a general surgeon in your area, and get it biopsied if advised to have a definitive diagnosis. Further management would depend on the reports of the investigation.I hope this i... | |
Q. Why am I getting on and off painless abscess in gum?
Hello doctor, For over four months now, on my upper, outer gum, I have had an abscess. It comes and goes but never completely vanishes. It does not hurt at all. My tooth or molar looks fine. I would not even know it was there if my younger did not scrape over it.... | Hello. You have a periodontal abscess. For treating a periodontal abscess, the abscess will be drained and the periodontal pocket will be cleaned. The surfaces of the root of the tooth will then be smoothed out by scaling and planing below the gum line. This helps the tooth heal and prevents further infections from occ... | |
What is the solution for kneepain which increases on walking?
I am suffering from knee problem.The problem increases more on walking. I am 41 years old.Doc has prescribed Nevalam ,etody in the morning, cartigen in lunch and nerve up after dinner.He says the water in my knees has lessened.I used to do lot of walking an... | Hello,It is necessary performing a knee MRI in order to examine your knee better and exclude any possible ligament or meniscus damage. In such case surgery with endoscopy may be needed. You should discuss with your doctor on the above tests.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Re... | |
Q. Kindly advise treatment for digestive problem.
Hello doctor, My height is 173 cm, weight 75 kg. I have a chronic digestive problem for 10 years. I have taken allopathy, Ayurveda and homeopathy but no successful result. Please advise me. | Hi. Chronic digestive disorders which are common include irritable bowel syndrome, stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease, cancer, infections, gallstones. The symptoms of digestive problems include diarrhea, stomach cramps, bloating, gas, stomach pain, vomiting, blood in stool, reflux of food, weight changes. ... | |
Why does stomach hurt after eating ?
why does stomach hurt after eating and can't poop regulary or at all? Hi, I am a 19 yr old male, who just recently been having stomach problems after eating, hard trouble going poop but pee fine and have to force myself to go poo but little or none come out. My stomach hurts when I... | Hi Lot of fast food and irregular meals cause problem in digestion specially defacation. Have fiber rich diet, avoid stale things and use any light laxative at bed time. We usually use psyllum husk for this purpose. A bit of thyme black salt and lemon juice taken with hot water will relieve gas or just chew some fennel... | |
How to treat the pain in my ankle caused by falling?
I sprained my ankle a while ago, and have recently fallen. Now, I have these symptoms I cannot move my ankle, or straighten my leg completely I cannot walk on that foot Around the outer bone and down to the pinky toe, I have bruising and swelling on the entire foot ... | Hello, Consulting with an orthopedist and performing an MRI of the foot is necessary. Other tests to consider would be: nerve conduction studies to investigate for a pinched nerve and inflammation tests (complete blood count, PCR, ESR). Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care... | |
What causes swelling in eyes and puffiness having an allergy towards mites?
I had a allergic reaction yesterday hives I have been diagnosed with severe allergies to msg and dust mites this morning I woke up with my eye swollen ,this does not usually happen puffy under my eye and it has been itching for several days I... | mites are everywhere the contact of mites with eyes directly can cause swelling and puffinessuse anti allergic tab with anti allergic eye drops and ointments to get rid of it | |
What causes pain and lesions on head of penis when having sex?
When my boyfriend and I have sex it is very painful for him and causes lesions on the head of his penis. It does not hurt me, we have both been to numerous doctors and tested ect to no avail. I am allergic to latex and poly condoms do not fit. Lubrication ... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. You had been to many doctors and they are sure both of you do not have any such problems which gives pain to his penis. You say, lubrication is also not the problem. In the above cases, there is no reason for him to have pain while intercourse. Are you sure yo... | |
Are there any possible methods for child birth without uterus?
Dear Doctor, I want to know that is it possible to get pregnant without uterus because my wife don’t have uterus by birth and she is physically good her feature also is like a normal woman .I want to know is there any medical technique available from which... | HI, I understand your concern. Uterus is dwelling place for fetus. So ytour wife may not carry the baby .. but... If your wife has intact & active ovaries.. her ova can be used for conception.( If not so, even ova can be donated by a sarrogating woman.) In this case either Intrauterine embryo transfer Or Intra ... | |
Diagnosed with liver cirrhosis. Suffer from joint pain with stiffness. Any solution?
i was diagnosed with cirrohsis of the liver 6 months ago. I began suffering from bad joint pain and general body aches. I get very stiff and sore after sitting or remaining in the same period for fairly short periods of time. I do not... | Hi, thanks for writing in. Cirrhosis associated with arthritis could be due to some autoimmune disorder. You need to under investigations for autoimmune causes of arthritis. You should consult a rheumatologist for the exact investigations to be done. Regards | |
What is the cause for painful red blisters on my shin and arm when on prednisone?
i got a really nasty big blister on my shin a few months ago,,,i thought it was a possible insect bite ,,,it was painful, but eventually healed. a week later i got a row of 6 to 8 large red blister,bumps on other calf,,,,then on back of ... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,The blisters may be due to allergic reaction, contact dermatitis,eczema or any drug eruptions.But the blisters occurring all over the body at different time to be evaluated properly by the skin specialist.It may be due to some insect bite also with the available medical history this is what i can s... | |
What is the treatment for pain in the rib cage and back?
hi I have a pain on my right side just below the rib it ometimes raidates to my back I had some test done and do not know what they mean on one of my blood test that were done I have a high ALK PHOSPHATASE and a low RDW with a MCV level at 85 and I had a urine ... | Hello,You may have swelling in the bladder or uterus or kidney. Sometimes you may suspect kidney stone, also in that blood in and white blood cell appears so when the stone comes down from kidney to bladder through the ureter. You may have radiating pain in the backside of the rib cage. You need to consult a urologist ... | |
What causes puss coming out of my gums?
puss is coming out from my gums from time to time, i use cotton and tissue to wipe those very unpleasant odor comes from my gums. please help me im stock in the offlice so i cant visit any dentist.Continues for 3 days now. I,m really scared and so ashamed of talking because of m... | Thanks for using Health care Magic.Reading your query,it looks like you have inflammation of gums with abscesses(probably periodontal abcess).I would advice you to vist a local dentist and get your teeth cleaned ,followed by proper brushing,chlorhexidine mouth wash usage.Use mouth wash or u can do saline gargling.Thank... | |
Does solian 100mg and zeptol 200 affect ability to conceive?
was suffering from bi-polar disorder 2 yrs back, am taking solian 100 mg and zeptol 200 since then, do these tablets affect conceiveing i am not able to conceive though i have been trying for sometime, also my serum prolactin level is high...pls help | Hi,Based on the history you seem to have developed infertility apparently caused by the solian induced side effect of hyperprolactinemia (high serum prolactin levels).Hyperprolactinemia is associated with increased milk secretion, loss of menstrual cycles and thus decreased ability to conceive. Ask your doctor for an e... | |
Need treatment for fungal hyphae spores on the toe
My big toe was getting very red, pus like forming under nail and hurting....even during the night sometimes. Went to food doctor he cut off some of the name and sent it off. Come back Hyperkeratosis and PAS positive for fungal hyphae spores. He had me to take Lami... | Hi, thanks for using healthcare magicFungal infections of the toenails (tinea unguinum) are normally treated by oral anti fungals for at least 12 weeks.You would have needed another 8 weeks of the lamisil for the fungi to be appropriately treated.You need to consider either restarting the oral lamisil (would need to re... | |
What causes pain in the testicles?
Hi,I have a question about my Grandson.He is 13 yrs old.He is having a pain once in a while in his testicles.He sais it feels like somebody kicked him in the area. What could that be? My Daughter took Him for ultrasound today and result was normal.They said to give him some ibuprofin... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The most dreaded cause for pain in testis in an adolescent male is Torsion of testis, which means the testis rotates or twists on its own axis (like the pendulum inside the bell). It is at risk to lose its blood supply if suc... | |
What causes penile discharge with sore eyes and throat?
I had discharge from my penis went in to get tested for stds and they gave me azithromycin right away. I'm waiting for the results for the other std and my eye has strated to be sore and goopy. Also my throat is getting sore. Should I go to an emergency room to g... | HelloEmpirically you have been prescribed right medicines but ideally antibiotics should be prescribed based on culture and sensitivity (C/S)report.You many need clinical correlation and C/S,gram stain of discharge material.You may need need specific tests for STD's based on these initial tests.You may also need routin... | |
What causes lump near eyes and hardening of facial muscles?
I noticed in my patient a sudden inflammation and hardening of left facial muscles . There is a lump about 1 inch away from the eyes and going down about 2 incles long, about an inch wide.. There is no redness or warmth on the area but is hard to touch. | HI,Dear,Thanks for the query to HCM.1-I have studied your query in depth.2-DEar,IN my opinion, this lumo near eyes is "Tear Duct Cyst with obstruted tear duct"- with inflammed facial tissue and muscles.2-The cause of this cyst and the facts told in your query ,exactly match each other and confirm lumps diagnosis .4-Con... | |
Q. Does Adderall tablet cause allergic reactions?
Hi doctor, I am a 22 year old male. My weight is 180 lbs and height is 5'10". I was prescribed a generic brand of Adderall 20 mg about a year ago. It truly has improved my lifestyle. Up until about two months ago everything was fine. I noticed that on the left side of ... | Hi. I have read your concern and I appreciate your effort for a detailed and meticulous history. Revert back after seven days to a dermatologist online --> | |
How can severe anxiety and OCD be treated?
Hi I have really bad anxiety and obsessive compulsive spectrum disorder and recently when I get anxiety and stress and obsessive about something I will start feeling nauseous, i ll shake uncontrollable and tremble heavily, and then I will obsess over that issue (whatever it m... | in my opinion it is necessary to start antidepressants like fluoxetine cognitive behavioral therapy with a trained therapist mainly focusing on exposure response prevention | |
Prescribed amoxicillin for wisdom tooth infection. Have swollen cheek. Extraction possible?
hi a quick question. today I was prescribed 500 mgs of amoxicillin/claulanic acid 125mgs by my GP to combat a severe infection stemming from my wisdom tooth and now am swollen in my cheek area plus my gums along my upper right ... | Hello There, Thanks for writing in.First of all,i would like to tell you that wisdom teeth are vestigial organ,if you have problem during their eruption like insufficient space,it will be best to get them removed.In case of infection in wisdom tooth,antibiotics along with pain killers and multi-vitamins and in ... | |
Suggest medication for chronic cough and cold
Hi doctor,My 3 year old son is suffering from cold, cough and running nose since september. Consulted a doctor here and doctor infromed that he has allergey and asked to give Montek LC kid tablet daily for 3 months. We gave him for 3 months and stopped. During those 3 mont... | Hi. I can understand your concern. The doctor you consulted has a correct opinion it could be allergy. Consult a pulmonologist / allergist for the same.He will require a detailed evaluation and also regular follow up with the treating doctor is advisable.Don't worry, he will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. ... | |
What is the treatment for stage 4 prostate cancer?
My brother in law has stage 4 prostate cancer. He developed an agressice tumor in his back while on chemo and his PSA is 1200+. His dr. has stopped chemo and has said there is nothing left to do. My brother in law has lost significant weight and treatment is now to ma... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Sorry to hear about stage 4 prostate cancer in your brother. Since his PSA is 1200 and doctors have found an aggressive tumor in the back therefore all attempts must be made to extend his survival and keep him comfortable by reducing pain as much possible. Please discuss with the oncologist if ... | |
How to get rid of chicken pox scar on face and what could be the cost?
I am a 40 year old female living in Chennai. I had a severe attack of chicken pox 3 weeks back and have recovered now. I now have more than 50 dark spots on my face alone, and have about 200 dark spots all over my body. These dark spots are are not... | Hi!vidya v, Welcome to healthcareMagic forum, Since its only 3wks that you had chicken pox,you should let all the lesions completely heal .At this moment you should only use a sunscreen daily esp for face.You can continue kojivit if you want.Don't peel off the skin from the lesions ,let them heal on its own.As far as l... | |
Suggest treatment for honeycomb lungs and relief from cough at night
My lungs are having honey comb due working in Sulphuric Acid Plant I am 67 year old and my lunghs are effected due to sulphuer di oxide Please give information to get some releaf to my lungs. i am having regule coughing ar night. I can not sleep in n... | Hi. I can understand your concern. Chronic cough is commonly seen in bronchitis which can be due to sulphur itself.Possibility of bronchitis is more in your case. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). PFT is needed for the diagnosi... | |
Should I ask the psychiatrist to discontinue Lithium prescription and increase Depakote as now I am cured of renal insufficiency?
I am a 58 year old white male. My BUN is 18. My Creatinine is 1.5. My GFR is 48. I have been told this means I have renal insufficiency. According to the WebMD article you cannot regain kid... | hithanks for using healthcare magicI think there need to shift to other mood stabilizer. In renal failure, lithium dose is decreased which has already done in ur case. If u r maintaining well on same dose, then keep taking it. Just regular get ur serum lithium done. Level should less than 1.0 mmol Li/l,. it would decre... | |
What could cause spreading discoloration below stomach with bedwetting problem?
i have a 8yr old biracial daughter that hass dicoloration it started on her stomach below belly button and had a weird shape to it. then it started to spread to her vaginal area now its spread to inter theighs. please i need answers. im a ... | Hi ,may be we can put all symptoms to one cause.She has contipation and nocturia .there is a condition called celiac disease which can start with a rash,that keeps increasing in size .at 8 year of age its unclear what female problems she can have.You have to do some special tests in her blood ,in a specialised centre w... | |
What causes pain during bowel movement in a child?
Hi my 5 years old child has big problems when ever he wants to go to toilet. He told me that he has pains when the stool comes out. Most of the time he prefers to start his kaka on his pants and he goes to toilet. Yesterday I saw that he has very inflamated anus, what... | Hello and welcome to healthcare magic.Painful defecation and sore anus may be due to following reasonsAnal fissures:Prolonged constipation and straining can cut the anal skin leading to anal fissures which is a very painful condition and can exacerbate the situation by creating fear of defecation and retention which le... | |
Can Ofloxacin affect pregnancy?
Hello doctor I want to take information about ( UTI) WE ARE PLANING for a baby and had intercourse from last two day, but today morning i am having burning urination frequently . Can I take ofloxcin table ? Because I am not sure about my pregnancy as today is my 18 day after my last per... | Hi, You can drink plenty of fluids and consume alkaline foods. For a mild UTI these supportive measures are usually sufficient especially since your are expecting to get pregnant. Of the symptoms are unbearable you get a urine test to see what infection you have and take antibiotics appropriately. Hope I have answered ... | |
Suggest treatment for heart diseases and associated problems
Any advice & assistance you can share will be greatly valued by myself & my family!! Been married 41 yrs the day of his surgery!...can you imagine! My husband is 75yrs old ,always been healthy except for a mini stroke about 5yrs ago that passed with no damag... | Hello Dr Faisal here,I have read and understood your query, I will suggest you as if he is over weight? What about his BMI (height required).In back ground of irregular heart beat, he needs 24 hour or 48 hour holter monitoring and defect needs to be worked upon if caught. In future patient should be strictly checked f... | |
Suggest treatment for sleep apnea
I have used CPAP because I was falling asleep in the car and work. Testing showed mild sleep apnea but I used it for 4 years at 8mmg of pressure. Now falling asleep after eating or sitting down to work on computer. Fell asleep today talking to colleague online. As a kid I would always... | symptoms u r describing mat be suggestive of absence seizures.. . a type of epilepsy.....get EEG done ( and ask technician to do EEG with hyperventilation). we should rule out this treatable and not very rare disease...Continue CPAP for apnea. | |
Sore jaw and neck, major enlarged lymph nodes in neck. History of chemo for cll cancer. Signs of cancer recurrence?
my husband has had cll/sll cancer 4 and a half years now. He took chemo a year and a half ago. so in total its been 12 months since his last chemo. My husbands Jaw and neck is so sore and he has major en... | Hi, CLL /SLL are very indolent cancer. many time only wait and watch policy has been taken. Your husband has neck swelling this may be due to CLL. a biopsy may be necessary from that enlarged gland. antibiotics can be tried for 1-2 weeks also. Coonsult your hematologist. | |
Taken I-pill. What are the side effects? Can we take it after a gap?
Hi, Dr. i am 24 year old girl, i have taken i-pill last month but my periods had nt came up yet. My basic query is what are the measure side effects of using i-pill. i have taken around 5-6 i-pill after six month gaps is it harmful to me. tell me tha... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. After taking an I-pill, it is common to have a delay in the periods due to the hormonal effects of the tablet. It is best not to take this medicine repeatedly and try a regular contraceptive instead.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakh... | |
What do lumps around the anus indicate?
hi i've found some small painless lumps near my back passage - i had one a couple of months ago which i thought was just a spot and didn't worry about but then yesterday i realised it is still there and another one has popped up about 1cm away from it. they're about 0.5cm in siz... | Hello,The most possible reason for lumps around the anus with the presentation is external hemorrhoid (sentinel tag). Needs confirmation with clinical examination or just take a photo picture and send it in the attachment at follow up session.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Rega... | |
Can a fissure cause bleeding after ejaculation?
my boy friend had some bleeding after ejaculation, he went to the dr and they said he had a fissure. and they are talking about surgery. he has had past surgery for hemmaroids. i was just curious to know how a fissure can cause him to bleed when he ejaculates? | Hello,It is my privilege to be able to help you,I have reviewed your boy friends history as he had bleeding after the ejaculation he might me having some problem related to the foreskin of the penis.It may be a scratch or fissure.I would suggest you to take him to a Urologist where he can identify the exact cause and f... | |
What treatment is suggested for difficulty in speech?
hi doc...my son is 3 yrs old. he is having speech difficulties...he started speaking around 10/11 months, but at present speaks 1st letter of the word, says letter M and B specially....can speak mama, baba, dada and some simple words but cant speak full sentence. W... | If your son s other domains of development (motor,social ,vision,hearing)are assessed and they are normal,isolated speech delay is not much serious.it can be due to parents having speech delay/familial. Show him to doctor to see if there is any tongue tie..if everything is fine just discourage him from watching t v / v... | |
Should I be concerned about a painful lump caused after vitamin B12 shots?
Last October I was diagnosed with severe haemolytic anemia and was given huge doses of Prednisone as well as weekly vitamin B-12 shots. About 7 or 8 weeks ago the nurse who gave me my weekly B-12 shot appeared to have punctured a vein, as for a... | Hi, Since the lump has become small in size and not causing any symptoms other tan discomfort means the reaction or infection due to injection has been under control.You may please ask for high resolution ultrasonography and aspiration if there any fluid.Take a course of an antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medications ... | |
Is it possible to have diarrhea after a hit in the head?
I hit my head after a night out 5 days ago, I was drinking alcohol but I do remember the night, but not hitting my head. I woke up with pain on the left side of my head, specifically above my temple. It hurt to eat on the left side of my mouth for the next 2 day... | Hi,,in my opinion there is no link between the head hit and the diarrhea ,as having a GIT disturbance in form of diarrhea has nothing to do with the head injury,head injuries if dangerous can cause nausea or vomiting however this diarrhea could be due to eating something contaminated or drinking too much. | |
What causes pain in chest while bending down or standing up?
Hi, I have had chest pain in left hand side towards the top of my chest. It hurts especially if I bend down then stand back up, but also later in the day it hurts when I breathe in and out I would say its like a sharp ache. I m 41 years old , I don t smoke, ... | Thanks for your question on HCM.I can understand your situation and problem.In my opinion we should first rule out cardiac cause for your left sided chest pain.So get done ECG first.If ECG is normal then no need to worry much for cardiac cause.Your pain is increasing with movements like bending and subside on rest, thi... | |
Q. My daughter has deteriorated coordination after cerebral malaria. Please help.
Hello doctor,My daughter was attacked with cerebral malaria at five months and experienced several convulsions in the process. After her treatment her coordination has deteriorated. She can no longer hold anything like she used to do. He... | Hi. I have understood your concern about the difficulty in sitting. See due to convulsions and fever of malaria, the brain has gotten some injury due to which she got weakness in the muscles of the body. I advise you to take physiotherapy treatment in the form of exercises in various ways like on physioball, and with t... | |
What causes greenish and numbness around the area around wound?
I'm 30 years old, in perfectly good health. Last week I cut my thumb - stopped the bleeding after maybe 1/2 an hr, cleaned + bandaided it up, change dressing every couple of days and didn't think much about it. Now, 10 days later, the cut seems healed bu... | Thanks for posting you query to health care magic. No need to worry as complete healing not take place yet blood present inside tissue disintegrate and give green discoloration .if you are not having any pain or fever o need to worry . numbness will take long time to releive as damage nerve tissue grow very slowly for... | |
Can drinking cranberry juice cause green bowel movement during pregnancy?
Hello I'm 15 weeks pregnant and iv been having green poop I did have some cranberry juice and I eat still oatmeal with black berries and cranberries in it can this make my poop green I also have had my gall bladder removed and only take a folic ... | Hello dear,welcome to Ask a doctor service. I reviewed your query and here is advise.No cranberry juice nor oatmeal or black berries cause green stools. Green stools are caused when your food passes rapidly through your system with some indigested fibres. Also a diet rich of fibres as yours may cause green stools. Noth... | |
Protruding stomach, sharp pain on lower left side, less appetite, nausea, odor for urine. Any ideas?
I have a protruding stomach and have been waiting for 3 weeks so far for scan to be done. My concern now is that I have a Constant sharp pain on my lower left side that continues to the front of my pelvis. Apart from t... | Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for calling H.C.M.Forum. You have protruding stomach, pain in the left, lower ,continues to the front of pelvis. No apitite, naussius. you have got lupus also. Pain in the left lower abdomen, radiating towards pelvis always suggests urinary tract infection or stone in the u... | |
What causes recurrent lung clots?
I am 41 yo. I have had 2 pe in less than a year. I have no factors that can dictate why. I am also not a smoker, never used birth control, and never had blood cflots in legs or arms. With the last blood clot I had a very high sensitivity to coumadin and ended up in the hospital 3 time... | although you state you have no risk factors for pulmonary embolism, still getting recurrent clots,so you must be tested for few blood defects like Protein C & S deficiencies also. anti coagulation therapies are required for prolonged periods in recurrent Pulmonary embolisms. if the clots in lungs are coming some where... | |
What to do for the pain due to artritis?
GOOD MORNING JOHN HERE IM TOTALLY WRECKED PROB FROM ALL THE MEDICINE IM TAKING AND THE INJECTIONS METATREXTATE PER WEEK SIMPONI PER TO WEEKS AND MY DAILY TABLETS STERIODS PWER DAY SORRY I SUFFER FROM SEVERE ARTRITIS HEAD TO TOE NEVER LIKE THIS HAS COMP TEKEN OVER MY LIFE DID NO... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your history, you already diagnosed with arthritis and taking methotrexate inj. Kindly continue all medications as advised. You can take tab. etoricoxib after consultation. continue physiotherapy as advsed. Take care.... | |
Does long term usage of lunesta affect males fertility?
Does lunesta affect a males fertility if used weekly long term? We ve been trying to conceive for 2 years. My husband had an anaylsis done and there were some issues both with mobility, shape and sperm count. I ve asked him to stop taking lunesta while we are try... | Hello, Lunesta does not have any impact on male fertility. You can safely take lunesta without any concerns. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain | |
Does taking antibiotics affect birth control?
Have been on depo prevera shot for three years and just recently got a urinary tract infection. Was taking sulfameth/trimethoprim for antibiotics. I took.two a day for three days and had sex with my partner Saturday and took my last antibiotic on Friday. We did not use a c... | hello dear .understand your concern.yes some drugs like ampicillin,barbiturates,sulfonamides,etc...interfere with deposhot function. So as you took sufonamide there may be chance of decrease in effectiveness. These type of antibiotcs decrease re circulation of hormone/progesterone in body or increase breakdown/increase... | |
What is the smelly lump on the side of my leg?
I've had a lump on the side of my leg for some time now, I went to see the doctor about it, and was told its just a skin growth thing, no harm. A while ago it started to smell, and so recently, I belive last week, I squeezed it and a brown cheese-like texture shot out, an... | Hi. This may be epidermal cyst or a sebaceous cyst which forms when the secretions of the glands become blocked in the skin. It is not harmful till due to some reason it becomes infected. Treatment is full excision of the cyst. Squeezing out may lead to partial treatment. It may grow slowly may become prominent again a... | |
Upper back pain, unable to breath deeply, difficulty sneezing. X-ray normal. Causes?
Sir, my name is XXXXX. i am suffering from upper back pain on both sides since about 3 years. I have also a problem of taking breathe deeply and properly. Sneezing is almost impossible for me. i had consulted many doctors but didn’t g... | CRONIC ALLERGIC SINUSITIS WHEN THERE IS THIS THE PROLEM ARE SAME WRITTEN BY YOUGET XRAY PNS WATERS VIEW TO SEE THE PND IN BACK CAUSES THROAT SOARAND IN NECK CAUSE UPPER BACKPAIN AND IN LUNGS AND VOICE BOX CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN BREATHINGIF YOU GET TREATED SINUSES ROM ALLERGY DOCTOR YOURALL PROBLEMS WILL BE SOLVEDTILL TH... | |
Should I undergo surgery for having gall bladder stones of 8mm?
Around 6 months My billrumin rage was high so that i consult with a doctor he advice me to doultra sound in liver then they told me i have 2 gall bleader stones with 8mm, but i dont have any symptoms is it needed to do surgery for removing gall blader? | HiI have gone through your question.You are saying that 2 gall bladder stones are there.no symptoms as of now.but you didnt mension what was told for elevated bilerubin and how much it elevated & how were the other liver parameters. If you have elevated bilerubin due to hepatitis and not due to gall bladder stones , n... | |
How can brain damage be treated?
my aunt had cardiac arrest last wednesday and based on an mri it shows she has some brain damage. doctors have told the family there is nothing else they can do..there is some leg, arm and mouth movement. are there any procedures that i can suggest to doctors. my aunt is breathing on h... | Hello Thank you for trusting HCM Majority of cardiac arrest survivors have some degree of brain injury with impaired consciousness, some may present with persistent vegetative state, but there is no much studies. Only 3-5%of people may regain previous physical activity among 18%of survivors of cardiac arrest patients. ... | |
What is the treatment for pain in the arm?
I have had this pain in my left arm down to almost my wrist. It first started where i would have a sharp pain between my armpit and boob. It doesnt hurt all the time but has become more often lately. Its an aching throbbing feeling but also an numbing weak feeling to where i ... | Hi,take this seriously, it could be a lump compressing on your nerves, or any infection, you need an examination by a doctor to exactly judge what your symptoms mean, and what is there cause,I recommend you to consult your doctor at the earliest. | |
Suggest remedies for lumps on the back with excessive tingling sensation
I have been having tingling in the right side of my back for over a month, and for the past 3 weeks some back pain as well. A lump was discovered in the area as well. Dr. suspected it was a lymphoma. they tried doing a biopsy but was not successf... | Respected user , HiWelcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have gone through your concern in depth .* This seems neurological compression of the underlying nerve structures through lipoma .* If confirmed clinically and investigations wise , excision of the lump is the curative treatment .Hope this clears your q... | |
Q. My 3 year old son has fever and cough for more than a week. Please help.
Hi doctor, My 3 year old son has a very bad cough with fever of 102 degrees Fahrenheit and above. Since one week, the doctor here has given medication Levolin, Ibugesic and Cetzine along with antibiotics. But, there is no improvement. He still... | Hello. LRTI - lower respiratory tract infection. 1. CBC (complete blood count). 2. CRP (C-reactive protein). 3. Chest x-ray. Pneumonia, either viral or bacterial. I suggest the following medicines. Please consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and take the medicine with consent. 1. Syrup Ibugesic 5 mL ... | |
Suggest medicine for child suffering from cough and loss of appetite
my son is 4 year old , he is coughing badly and not eating anything , what hsould i give him to eat ,please suggest and he catches cold n coughvery easily its his first year in scholl , does it happen with other kids too , he easily also gets throat ... | Hello dear,I had gone through your question and understand your concern. Cough and bad appetite are usually caused by viral infection or he has throat pain and don't want to eat . With such presentation in my clinic, I suggest:-keep baby sipping water all day and when he gets cough bouts drink;-hot drinks(ginger,lemon ... | |
How can pus lumps near the Implanon site be treated?
hi good afternoon i recently got my implanon removed on tuesday. now there are two puss bumps on both sides of where he cut my arm to remove the implanon. weirdly enough though there is room between where he cut my arm and that is healing and where the two puss bump... | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some infection in the site of incision. You should go for drainage of bump and then you should take complete course of antibiotics. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you hav... | |
What does it mean if you have anti ds in your blood ?
is there a blood test to see if you have cancer and also what does it mean if you have anti ds in your blood ? | hi, welcome to hcm thanks for the query yes there are tests for cancer.specially the cancer markers.a particular type of marker is there for a particular type of cancer if it is hematological cancer then it can be easily found from blood test anti ds dna .its not for cancer its test for rheumatoid arthritis take care. ... | |
Suggest treatment for yellow teeth
Dear doctor, am the sixth child for my parents..my 3rd sister and myself has yellow teeth..yellow teeth means not slightly yellow..thick dark yellow..when i asked to my parents they told when the teeth started to grow as an infant itself started to grow as yellow for my sister and fo... | helloi have gone through your query.discolration of teeth can be due to various reasons.in your case the antibiotics tetracycline and doxycycline are known to discolor teeth when given to children whose teeth are still developing (before the age of 8). Mouth rinses and washes containing chlorhexidine and cetylpyridiniu... | |
What causes sleeplessness after a cardiac surgery?
My aunty underwent a cardiac surgery ( valve replacement) 3 months ago. All her health issues got recovered. She was perfectly alright after surgery. But for last 1 month, problem came by another way. She is suffering from severe sleeping disorder for more than 20 day... | Hi, I understand your concern and would explain that it is important to differentiate between heart failure and a sleeping disorder, which can mimic this clinical situation. For this reason, I recommend consulting first with her cardiologist for a physical exam, a cardiac ultrasound and NT pro BNP levels. It is also im... | |
What causes pain and anger when on Nordette?
The clinic has changed my pill frm oralcon (5mnths) , to nordette( 2) month this, im angry al da tym, weepy, light pain on lower abdominal side( ryt). Spotting,could this b a side effect, on oralcon i did have sum problems but they stoped aftr my 3rd cycle. | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. Most side effects of Nordette are not serious. The most common such effects are nausea, vomiting, bleeding between menstrual periods, weight gain, breast tenderness, and difficulty wearing contact lenses. These side effects, especially nausea and vomiting, may... | |
ICSI pregnancy. Taking Wysolone 5mg. Getting pimples on face and body. Is it safe to stop Wysolone?
Hi Doctor, I am 18 weeks and 6 days pregnant. Its ICSI pregnancy and in 2nd attempt i conceived it. I am taking Wysolone 5mg since the embryo transfer . Now the doctor is telling me to gradually stop it. I am getting pi... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. In an ICSI pregnancy, wysolone- a low dose steroid is given to avoid any rejection of the fetus by the uterus. Now that you are18 weeks pregnant, you can safely taper off the doses as advised by your gynecologist. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Re... | |
What are the benefits of black seed post a polyp removal surgery?
I had surgery two years ago to remove a five inch portion of my descending colon that had a cancerous polyps that had grown over the course of 11 years to about 2 1/4 x 1/4 . The results of the follow-up colonoscopy showed no further cancerous activity ... | hithey have removed a polyp It's not better to take black seeds avoid spicy and oily foods better to avoid milk tea or coffee take care of yourself thank you. | |
Renal ultrasound shows echogenic kidneys with cortical thinning, intrinsic renal disease. Serious condition?
my 82 year old father recently had a renal ultrasound showing small echogenic kidneys w/cortical thinning suggesting intrinsic renal disease is this serious? should he see a specialist now or should his pcp fir... | He is suffering from chronic renal failure. He should be evaluated by a nephrologist who would optimise his treatment. This is an early stage of the disease so you need not worry but is has to be taken proper care of to prevent a rapid progression | |
Is Proluton Depot safe to be taken during early pregnancy?
My sister is 5 weeks and 5 days pergnency. Her Ultra sound Report Fetal Cardiac activity id seen as 95 BPM she has been to advised to take Proluton Depot injection 500mg every week and complete bed rest this injection have any side effects she had a miscarriag... | Hi, this is Dr khushboo. Regarding your concern, the proluton injection is generally given to support the pregnancy. It doesn't have any major side effects apart from bloating. As your sister already had one abortion and this time also fetal heart beat is on lower side, I will advise you to go for a repeat ultrasound a... | |
Suggest treatment for headaches when suffering from lupus
Yes my daughter found out she had lupus about 1yr ago.She is not responding to the meds at all. Her blood is low because of one of them. She is working only 4 hrs a day. She is so tired, an weak an having severe headaches also. In 2011 her dad died an she just ... | Ayurveda management fro Lupus is quite effective at my clinic in Jamnagar I am getting good number of Lupus cases SLE, Lupus Bronchitis, Lupus nephritis, thyroditis, Scleroderma patient are getting good relief. as the condition is auto immune ones psychological conditioning diet habits also have the effect. good compe... | |
Suggest treatment for pain, itching and burning sensation in penis
My 7 year old son is complaining of pain, itching and burning on his penis and scrotum area. There are small little red bumps on the skin in the bladder area and the skin is peeling off of the penis and scrotum and around that area. Can you please give... | Hi,From history it seems that there might be having yeast infection on the part producing itching, soreness and pain.Apply anti-fungal or triple action cream locally.Keep local hygiene clean, dry and airy.Ok and take care. | |
What causes head swelling with persistent crying?
I have a 9 month old son and somthimes his head will swell and he will cry and NOTHING will get him to stop, He will also shake his head like NO he also will NOT sleep hardly at all. I have taken him to the doctors and they are no help they just say bring him back when... | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, you have not mentioned the specific area of head that is being swelled because whole head can not be swelled without any specific pathological reason and it always have some serious clinical manifestation, still the only option is to get done the CT of head, else this... | |
What cause pain in tooth which relieves when pressing?
Everytime a patient has pain in tooth etc, we would find him applying pressure in that particular area with his fingers & This pressure application helps in relieving the pain a bit.So what's the science behind this pressure application and pain relief. | Hello, thank you for consulting with healthcaremagic. There are two conditions in which patient feel relief after applying pressure,First is periodontal abscess, means abscess in gums, in it when pressure is applied on the abscess, the content of abscess leach out from area between gums and tooth, so pain decreases.S... | |
What is the large hard lump in my ankle?
Left ankle pain started Saturday & just noticed a large hard lump (at least 1 inch diameter) to left side of left knee. No knee pain. Did a tendon break at the ankle and gather around the knee area? Asking for a friend and will relay information tommorrow. | Hello!Thank you for the query.If there was any injury recently, tendon or joint injury are possible. Lump in this area can be also a varicose vein, especially if it gets larger when standing. Painful varicose vein can indicate blood clot inside. The pain can radiate to the calf in such case and the swelling can be pres... | |
Reddish purple bruising on back, pain in the middle and lower back. Treatment?
Hi.. For the past 10 years i have bad red/purple brusing that appears on my back 2/3 times a year and last for about 5 days each time.. for 9 years there has been no pain but for the past few times its appeared the pain in my lower and midd... | hi katie you need to consult haematologist or general physician | |
Q. Suddenly, I start feeling dizziness, pressure in the chest, and weakness. Why?
Hi doctor,I am 33. Sometimes, out of nowhere, I start feeling dizzy, pressure in the chest with heavy breathing and weak legs and hands. Sometimes, I have headaches. No arm or chest pain. It was happening to me when I lay down and now it... | Hello. This can be cardiac arrhythmia like PSVT (paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia) or atrial fibrillation, in which heart rate suddenly goes up and also suddenly decreases. Blood pressure falls during these episodes and one has dizziness, fainting, chest pain or discomfort, blackouts, sometimes syncope. Usually,... | |
What causes face to be red and warm?
My face has been red and warm for two days. I don't have a fever or any other symptoms. My ears have strange spots that appeared on the bottoms of my earlobes. It looks like blood has risen to the surface of the skin. I haven't done anything to cause it to happen. help! | Hi Dear,Understanding your concern.Well the symptoms you mention in query is a condition known as flushed face . It occur usually when person is showing extreme emotions , it is a temporary phase which goes away after the person become normal .But if it persist for longer duration the it needs medical attention . There... | |
What causes pain in the lower back and buttock?
I have pain in my lower back on the right side I also have pain in my right but cheek and sometimes down my leg I have had it for over a year I don t like to go to the dr but the pain is getting worse and it is making me not even get up and walk because I know its going ... | Hello,It could be a just lumbosacral strain or lumbar disc injury. I suggest you undergo physiotherapy for the same. The physiotherapist will be able to teach you stretching exercises and proper posture. You can apply local pain relieving balm or gel twice a day. If the pain and radiation get worse or persists after si... | |
What causes abdominal burning pain?
I have burning pain in my lower right abdominal region, sometimes it shoots up to me belly button or hip bone and its mainly up to the belly button and on the right side in the bikini line area. I had the burning sensation pain for 4 almost 5 days now. Could this be my appendix? I h... | HelloAs you mentioned that there is burning sensation pain in right lower abdominal area , radiating to belly button. Appendix is ruled out in my opinion because in appendicular pain there is excruciating pain at typical point known as McBurney point and not radiate to belly button . Usually in appendicitis there are n... |
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