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Suggest treatment for back pain
i have woken up with severve back pain. i have laid on the floor and on the counch for the past 10 hours. it hurts really bad to turn over or get up. i was actually in tears at one point. i tried ice for 20 mins but that did not work. will this go away with more rest? i am 31 and ... | Hello, Thanks for your query.It seems that wrong body posture; inadequate exercise and reduced muscle tone is taking a toll on your back. For pain to go, it takes not only rest (on a comfortable bed) but also avoidance of particular positions (during work, rest or recreation).During the day don't sit in one position f... | |
How can elevated eosinophils count be treated?
ahm. hi doc. exercise is good for eosinophils or not and what is the best easy way to treat this sickness. this eosinophils is a threat of human health. I m just experiencing it right now but I doesn t feel anything or something wrong in my health can you please advised m... | HiThe first think to do is to discover the cause of elevated eosinophils because there are a lot of conditions that may cause it and than will be the treatment.RegardsDr.Jolanda | |
Suicidal thoughts, OCD, PTSD. What treatment will help?
Hi! This last year has been hell with my thoughts. I went to a psyche ward last summer. Unfortunately nothing has helped me in the long run from having intrsive thoughts and urges. I have had numerous med changes. I had thoughts of suicide . I walked in front of ... | Hello welcome to health care magic Don't worry and relax. In case of OCD, SSRIs are treatment of choice but the main point is adequate dosages and adequate duration. If you are changing medicines without reaching adequate doses or duration, you might not get results. I advise you to discuss all this with your doctor an... | |
What could pinkish discharge during pregnancy suggest?
I am between 8-9 weeks pregnant and when I went to the bathroom this evening, there was a pinkish tissue I saw in the toilet. It was smaller than a bean and had something that looked like a small string attached. Is this something I should be worried about? | I think that this might be a case of complete abortion so be careful get an ultrasound done and see if the fetus is Still there or not | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? T... | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just coc... | |
What causes shooting pain in lower abdomen?
I have recently noticed this shooting pain in my lower abdomen. My menstruation is normally very regular and lasts for almost 6 days with first two days heavy flow. but this month, i got the pain but no menstruation. also i get this feeling sometimes as though my uterus is c... | Hi.Thanks for your query.Your history is very much suggestive of a uterine prolapse.I would advise you to have an examination by the gynecologist , wherein she should examine by per-speculum examination while straining to see if there is descent of uterus with / without that of urinary bladder and / or rectum.She would... | |
What causes typhoid fever tiredness with feelings of ill health?
I was affected ny typhoid from last month 15th..and i had fever till 8 days from that time...but iam feeling so tired and healthless now...Now i met a doct or and i told my problem..he has given me Riconia-g, Deanxit, Happi-20 and Birhyth-50.. for 10 da... | HIWELCOME TO HCM AND THANKS FOR YOUR QUERYI READ YOUR HISTORY, DONT WORRY. USUALLY TYPHOID TAKES NEARLY 1 MONTH TIME TO GET BACK TO YOUR NORMAL STRENGTH.IN SOME CASES IT MAY TAKE LONGER TOO, IT TOTALLY DEPENDS ON YOUR PHYSICAL CONDITIONAS YOU TOLD YOU HAVE ALREADY MET DOCTOR AND HAD TAKEN MEDICATION FOR 10 DAYS. YOU WE... | |
What is the treatment for prostate and kidney cancer?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...My husband has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, he had a CT scan after diagnosis and they have now also found kidney cancer. How common is it to have both of these cancers at the s... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. He has prostate cancer along with kidney cancer. It is not uncommon. Many people have both cancer simultaneously. Treatment depends on type and stage of cancer. In early stage surgery is possible. In late stage chemotherapy and radiotherapy ... | |
Suggest remedy for wound on arms and toes post injury
Hi , I met with an accident 10 days back, resulted in wounds on arms and toe.Wound on arm are healed quickly as i used Betadine powder.But on toe they are still looking as the date incident happened.please advice me waht to do and which ointment/powder to use.. Tha... | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have wound on arms and toes post injury . I would suggest you to keep you wound clean and dry to protect it from dust , which can cause infection , clean it with betadine solution , if there is pain , inflammatory or redness at injured site then ... | |
Getting rashes on the hand, back and face after stopped smoking. Anything to be done?
I quit smoking a week ago after 9 years, I started to get rash on my hand, then on my back and now in my face, it's itsy and especially in my face it's red and bumpy I usually have a very clean and dry skin and now it feels fat in my... | Hello,Congratulations for quitting. You are one among the rare fortunate.Certain people can produce skin reactions including Dermatitis while they are in stress. Usually withdrawal from cigarette produces more symptoms which are not interconnected with each other, including depression, insomnia, weight gain and stress.... | |
Can messentric addenitis cause weight gain and stomach bloating?
my 8 yr old little girl My now 8yr old little girl, Emily, who was 7yrs old at onset of symptoms suffers from unexplained weight gain and stomach pain. I have taken her to her pediatrician who cannot give me reason for any of this. Emily weighed 62lbs in... | Mesenteric amenities is normal in ultrasound and ct scan mam..The significance is when associated with other lymph nodes and weight loss..diet control with good daily walk and exercise will be the best treatment and don't bother about adenitis | |
How can recurrent balanitis be treated?
What s up Doc? I have reoccurring balanitis and the ointment my dermatologist gives me works well but is not a cure. I have it now since September last month and I am monitoring it w/o using the ointment to keep a record on how long it runs its coerce. | Hello,Thanks for your clinical history on HCM"As"per your clinical history is concerned please follow like this -1)Retract foreskin and wash in warm water regularly.2)Use the cream as advised by your doctor and discuss with your treating Doctor to add [1% pimecrolimus cream, Tropical clotrimazole and bacitracin]Do take... | |
Could being pricked by same needle used by HIV positive person cause infection?
i just got pricked by a needle which was on the patient's bag, which she was using to close the bag because the actual clip is broken, this patient is hiv positive since 2010, in the event that she has been pricked by the same needle what ... | Hi,I am really sorry to hear about the incident.If she wasn't pricked with that needle, you need not worry and just washing your hand with water and spirit will do. However If you are sure she is HIV positive and that the she had a prick with the same needle, you require URGENT attention immediately. 1.First of all, ke... | |
Have back pain. HLA B27 test positive. Taking nucoxia. Have anklosying spondiliys. What is the cure?
Sir ihad severe pain in low back 10 yrs backI was diagnosed for HLA B 27 test which came positive.Then onwards i have been taking Nucoxia on SOS but from last3 years i am having UVities in peak summer does it mean i am... | Thanks for writing to us. Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory disorder affecting various ligaments and causing ossification of the same. It leads to progressive stiffness with restriction of the body movements. In acute attacks we always prescribe the anti-inflammatory medicine. However in long run you need to ke... | |
What can I do to overcome severe pain from butt to calf?
Wat can I do I have been in pain for two months and haunt been able to walk, sit,lay do my job right because of the pain so I finally went to the er they didn t do anything for me then I seen a family doctor and they didn t do anything for me but send me for an ... | i would suggest you to visit an physiotherapist to get pain relief modalities (SWD and TENS) and start exercises to get your disc back in place or strenghten your back for further damage. you can also opt for dry needling or acupuncture program which has amazing results for same if your neurologist apt will take long t... | |
Suggest treatment for pain after undergoing subacromial impingement surgery
tenodesis and subaromial impingement surgery on 02/04/14 and have been in severe pain every since. post-op MRI says now i have a partial-thickness articular-sided tear at the juction of the sistal supraspinatus and infraspinatus tendons.. my s... | your physical therapist could be old school if he is asking you to perform exercise in shoulder flextion instead try exercises in the direction of shouler extention also try putting your arm behind your backand pulling it wuth your other arm for 1 minat first it will be painfull but after the 1 min you will feel much b... | |
What is the treatment for supraventricular tachycardia?
My daughter is 14 y. old was diagnosed as s.v.t 6 months back and she was started on inderal 30 mg daily with good compliance she got very brief attack last week aborted by carotid massage iam pediatrian but i want to know for how long she will be on medications?... | hello, There are two modalities of treatment, one is medical which she is on and other is radio frequency ablation. This is entirely a individualized decision and she is a candidate for rfa is you are willing for it. It is successful in 90-95 % patients and recurs in remaining one. If you decide a medical management ... | |
Are having dry cough, breathlessness and voice hoarseness early signs of heart failure?
my boyfriend has a cough that dont go away it sounds like a dry tight cough, It seems he can barely breath at times, His voice sounds like he barely given out sound. He has been like this for a long while , times he says he feels n... | Welcome to ' Ask a doctor ' service . I have reviewed your query and here is my answer . These are signs of heart failure . He needs assessed by local doctor by physical examination and chest X-ray pa view for making diagnosis . Ask him to reduce salt intake . If he is overweight or smoker or alcoholic then it must be ... | |
Suggest best treatment option for gallstones
I have been diagnosed (via ultra-sound) of having 2 gallstones with 8mm size. Is surgery the only or best option? I first went to the doctor in Feb with the severe pain from lower back to 2 sides of abdomen and right side is the most effected with severe pain also with som... | Thanks for choosing HealthcareMagic for your query.-Lithotripsy. This procedure uses ultrasound waves to break up gallstones. It may be used alone or along with bile acids to break up stones. Used mostly for people who have long-term (chronic) inflammation of the gallbladder (cholecystitis) and who are not strong enou... | |
Are headaches and redness in the face side effects of taking Ibuprofen?
Hi, I have been taking 800 mg of ibuprofen 3times a day for at least one week due to knee pain. Today, I ve noticed my face is very red and not and I have a full headache i also had a cortisone shot yesterday in the knee. Could this be a drug reac... | Hello,Headache and face redness are not common side effects of Ibuprofen unless you are developing an allergic reaction to it. It is very important that you stop using the drug and discuss these symptoms with your doctor as soon as possible and get a thorough examination to better determine the cause and get proper tre... | |
Suggest treatment for finger injury
I was goofing around with my brother, fake fighting as siblings do, when my brother grabbed my index finger to deflect my hand. I felt immediate pain in my finger and found it difficult to bend it. It was also swollen around the middle joint. Three weeks later, I have better range o... | HiWelcome to healthcaremagicI have gone through your query and understand your concern.You are likely to get sprain of your finger. Its treatment is rest and analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief. Mobilisation excercises of finger is advised to regain the movements. You are unlikely to be having fracture but you ... | |
Suggest remedy for abdominal pain
Hello Dr Vashistha I started having abdominal pains about 9 months ago, brought on by sitting in the leaned forward position. An ultrasound of the gall bladder revealed only a possible small polyp but a HIDA scan showed 5% ejection fraction so it was removed. The pains continued inter... | Hi and thank you so much for this follow up precision.I am so sorry to hear about these symptoms that you have reported. It is not uncommon to have a long standing pain in the abdomen with no apparent cause after multiple investigations. I will suggest that this pain should be considered as part of dyspepsia and manage... | |
Q. Can I use Kojivit gel to get fair skin?
Hi doctor, I am a 22 year old female. I have a dusky skin that is brown skin. I want to become fair. Can I use Kojivit gel? Or any other dermoatology cream can I use? My hands are also brown in color and full of tan. Do you suggest any creams to get fair? I want to become fai... | Hi. One's skin color has 2 components. First one is genetic, which cannot be changed. Every skin color is beautiful in its own way and we should learn to love our skin color and augment it and not hide or lighten it. The second component is acquired, which is due to the influence of environment, sunlight, hormones, agi... | |
What causes muscle and joint pains and stabbing pain in chest?
I am a 21 year old male vegetarian and I ve been experiencing muscle and joint pains of some sort since this past week. I also was experiencing a stab pain in my chest, which would at times just burn. It started yesterday and also felt like when I swallowe... | dear user, it is nothing but due to infection around the chest causes pain in chest and deficiency of vitamin D3 and calcium causes joint pains.intake of food rich in vitamin D3 avoids joint pains, take inferential and ultasonic therapy with muscle strengthening excercises helps reducing pain. | |
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... | |
Q. Does stress affect my menstrual bleeding?
Hello doctor, I consulted with you the last time whether I can be pregnant as I had sex with my partner on the eighth day of my period and we used condoms as protection. You told that I would not get pregnant. Today I am on the fifth day of my period. On the first two days,... | Hello. Be relaxed. Once you have your periods, it is enough evidence that there is no pregnancy. Yes, the mind controls the periods' dates, amount of bleeding and ovulation too. With so much stress, your period will show changes. I am 100% sure that there is no pregnancy. I was sure in the beginning itself. If u still ... | |
What causes burning pain and knot in abdomen?
I experienced a knot in my abdomen, about an inch above my navel, causing a burning pain. This occurred while on my 3mile daily walk. The knot is palpable when I stand , but softens and can t be felt when I sit or lie down. The burning has subsided and I have no other symp... | hello welcome to HCMit may just be a temporary swelling in your abdomen.as it is not causing you any problems, do not be much bothered about it.if it does not regress in few days, then do visit a surgeon | |
Prostate infection, bladder irritation. Urinalysis showed pus cells, epithelial cells. What is wrong?
i am suffering from prostate infection since 2000, i am in irregular treatment, at present the irriation in the bladder for the past three months has migrated to both kidnes.microscopy-urine routine analysis shows: pu... | Hi Cystitis is infection and inflammation of Urinary bladder. Please take Antibiotic like Balofloxacin/Norfloxacin. Drink plenty of liquids. Add anti inflammatory drug also. Once the infection is controlled,go for Cystoscopy for visualisation of Urinary bladder. Wish you speedy recovery Regards | |
Suggest treatment for anaemia
Hi Thank u for speaking with me, it's about my wife she is 22 years old and has anemia. Tonight she is feeking dizzy, headache, fever all around just not to good. Says she feels sick. I am worried, have argued to go to doctor. She says no. Is this common to anemia or should i make her. ve... | Welcome to H.C.M. I am Dr Krishna.My dear friend, feeling dizziness, headache, fatigue and shortness of breath is common in anemia.But fever means there can be infection.I advise you to monitor temperature by thermometer.Do a complete blood count with peripheral blood film.This will remove all doubts and very helpful f... | |
Suggest medication for cramps and pain in right foot due to strain
I drove from Ft. Lauderdale to Orlando non-stop. When I arrived, my right foot was cramping very badly. I am on prednisone for an eye problem related to Grave s a Disease. I took Tylenol and used warm towels for the pain. However, the next day, I woke ... | Hi,Thanks for your query.After going through the description, I understand your concern regarding your symptoms. Most of the time, leg cramps occur for no known reason, and they're usually harmless. In general, night leg cramps are likely to be related to muscle fatigue and nerve problems.Infact, till date there is n... | |
What is the recovery time for nappy rash in a child?
My baby boy is 40 days old and currently has severe rash in the nappy area. i applied candid + Lactic care Hc-lotion 1% for the past 7 days and the rash got reduced but not fully gone. He passes motion often i,e whenever he takes feed , he passess motion and it is n... | Thank you for asking querry.First of all please send photographs of rash if possible so that we can know what kind of rash it is.Bacterial rash can take some time to reduce.If the rash is red hot then you can try t-bact(mupirocin) along with candid you are applying.Rash is like a wound in anal area and it will take tim... | |
What causes sharp pain between and on lower ribs?
HI, I was wrestling the other day and felt a sharp pain on my lower ribs or possibly inbetween them. I stopped training and iced it. Later that day it felt like it popped back into place, causing a lot of pain. It was fine for 3 days, then yesterday it popped again. It... | hi,thank you for providing the brief history of you.As you are feeling this popping thing you need to take an x-ray to check if any bony abnormality or any costochindral joint issue is there. Usually this feelings aren't serious with bone but mostly with the muscular weakness.performing proper costal breathing exercise... | |
Is pregnancy possible from leftover sperms on the hands?
had unprotected sex, he ejaculated on my chest and we both wiped everything off but didnt wash hands. After a few minutes I touched my vag accidently but my hands were dry. Once i realized i did that I quickly washed that area with warm water and soap but just t... | Hello welcome to HCM.1. Almost negligible chance to getting pregnant for above reason. 2.Unprotected sex with out side ejaculation have more chances than you are feared off.3.Better you go for protection that worrying my suggestion.Any thing to ask?? Do not hesitate. | |
Q. Is Mometasone dangerous to use on Face to clear my acne pimples?
Hello doctor, I am seriously facing acne pimples problem. Sometimes they occur on my face when I masturbate. If I use Mometasone, it gives a good result. Is it okay to continue this? | Hello. Acne is a universal issue in the age group of 15 to 25 years due to hormonal changes in adolescents. However, there are multiple effective treatment options depending on the grade and severity of the problem. Mometasone is a topical steroid and is to be avoided strictly on the face and for acne as it can harm yo... | |
What does raised white skin around penis indicate?
i have slight white skin raised around the rim of my penis. its a hard white spot and its very itchy. it doesn't flake but the left side (the same side as the white skin raised) of my penis head is a little red and sensitive. please help i don't have insurance. oh 26... | hiii.some men have spots around penis called fordyce spots.if you jave itchy and painful spot kindly contact your dermatologist and get your std tests done. | |
How can jaundice be treated?
Hi Doctor, iam suffering from jaundice and typhoid after treatment typhoid is gone but jaundice is not according to past reports:Total Bilirubin:1.8 mg/dl Direct Bilirubin:0.8 Indirect Bilirubin:1.0 present Reports:Total Bilirubin:2.4 mg/dl Direct Bilirubin:1.0 Indirect Bilirubin:1.4 and d... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.As far as your clinical history is concerned, you need a physical examination and an ultrasound of whole abdomen and liver function tests to rule out most possible pathological causes responsible for increased bilirubin as ment... | |
Q. How to confirm positive TB from skin test?
Hi doctor, I had a TB test done at 9:30 AM yesterday and it is now 7:30 PM. The area is itchy, swollen with a red ring around it. Should I be worried? | Hi. I believe that you have undertaken the Mantoux skin test. There is likely to be an initial inflammatory reaction to the tuberculous killed bacillus which can form the ring and itch slightly. You may apply an emollient over it. This test is to be studied after 48 hours for results where if the induration is more th... | |
Suggest remedy for small hole on gum that is quite painful
I have a small hole on my gum that is quite painful, it first appeared accompanied by swollen taste buds on my tounge wich have now gone away due to rinsng with salt water and or hydrogen peroxide rinse, I am still using the rinse method but the hole doesn't s... | Hello, Read your query, as you have small painful hole in gum this can be due to formation of Abscess in gum due to deposition of food debris in gum or due to presence of plaque , calculus subgingival region of tooth or due to caries in tooth may be there is formation of Abscess at apex of root . For this you should ... | |
Suggest treatment for severe case of cellulitis on testicles
My son in law has a severe case of cellulitis. He is going in to the ER every 12 hours for IV antibiotics. He is also taking oral antibiotics, this has been going on for 2 weeks and there is little improvement. The cellulitis is in his testicles and he is in... | HelloThanks for query.Your son in law has Cellulitis of scrotum .1)Is he diabetic?2) Have you done culture and sensitivity of discharge from the wound to trace out the organisms causing this infection and antibiotics to which they are sensitive to.Please get culture done and start with appropriate antibiotics as per cu... | |
What causes pain while breathing?
I had a cesarean 5 months ago but I don t think that is related. I had a 24 hour stomach viruses yesterday and now I have what feels to be gas bubbles in both my shoulders, at the tops, where they juncture with my neck. It only really hurts when I breathe in deep or laugh. How can I g... | Hi welcome to health care magic... This type of pain on breathing can occur also from viral muscleache or from musculoskeletal pain..... But before that work up needed to rule out cardiac and respiratory causes..... 1.auscultation 2. EKG 3.chest x ray 4.CRP etc.... According to cause further treatment given... If infec... | |
Have pancreatitis, fever, alcohol withdrawal. Taking antibiotics. Done abdominal CT. Cause of high fever?
My husband is in hospital. has been diagnosed with pancreatitis. He has had a persistent fever for 12 days now. The doc believed he was going through alcohol withdrawal, and he had to be put on ventilator because... | Hi,Thank you for your query.Though you have provided most of the details you have not mentioned the details of the basic investigations:1. Total and differential count.2. Blood culture.These would help us in further guidance.By your description your husband is suffering from multiple conditions which are complicating t... | |
Suggest treatment for illness caused after rear molar extraction
Hi, I m not one to be concerned about colds and minor illnesses, but on Friday I had a rear molar extracted that had been causing me some trouble,(I had a filling put in 2 weeks before which had caused pain and tingling to the side of my face that travel... | Hello, Thank you for consulting with HCM.Actually these third molars are in very close contact to the maxillary sinus. the symptoms which you are mentioning it looks that there is a possibility that the infection of molar has extended to the sinus or the dentist might have perforated the sinus.Better that once you shou... | |
What causes lack of concentration with negative thoughts?
Hi Doctor, I have some problem relating to my behavior/ personality or I don t know exactly what you call it. I cant be able to concentrate on my work as lot of destruction keeps on hitting my mind away from the work. I discussed about it with my friend earlier... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. You have not mentioned your age. Concentration problems do arise to people at every stage, but it is more present with young adults.You are suppose to refer to concentration and attention as two. Attention span for any adult i... | |
What causes lower abdominal pain?
I am feeling mild pain in my right lower abdomen all area since 3/4 weeks. What can be the reason?Please note 2 years back I was diagnosed with Type 1 fatty liver and gastrointestinal metaplasia and treatment was done. Now I have only above pain problem.Please advise | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Your symptoms are nonspecific but suggestive of benign digestion disorder called IBS or irritable bowel syndrome. This is manifested with bloating or diarrheas with pain and abdominal discomfort. As remedies you should: Look ... | |
Suggest treatment for swollen papillae of tongue
my mom is having pain in mouth for 10 days .she couldnot sleep wit mouth closed due to pain . today i saw about 8 swelling with maximum diameter around 0.5 cm on posterior 1/3 of her tongue in the region of circumvalate papilae.is it infection or allergy due to erythrom... | Hello,Taking anti-inflammatory medication or anti-histamine can help reduce swelling and offer relief. One Advil and one Tylenol can be very effective for pain relief and offer anti-inflammatory benefits. Benadryl is a beneficial anti-histamine that helps with reducing allergic reactions. I recommend warm salt water ri... | |
Suggest treatment for testicular epididymitis
I have been diagnosed with testicular epidermidis. My physician has put me on an anti biotic. Unfortunately, I take warfarin and am told anti inflamatory medication is not an option which would probably resolve the situation more quickly. What are other options? Need help ... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Antibiotics will reduce the infection and your physician is right in not giving anti inflammatory medication because you are taking warfarin. Tylenol (acetaminophen) causes minor interactions with warfarin. With precaution, Tylenol can be taken at low doses to reduce your pain and inflammation ... | |
Bloated abdomen, pain on lower left quadrant. Have tied tubes and menopause. Cause of pain?
I Have been feeling a throbbing pulsating pain on LLQ. My abdomen seems bloated. I had recently started to juice and have been consuming collard greens, spinach , papaya, and apple in my mixture. Could this be causing the pain?... | Dear madam, my opinion is that these symptoms are more likely associated with your previous surgical procedure then with your diet. You should definitely check your pelvic organs. this means you should do pelvic ultrasound or CT scan to see if there is some collection or abscesses formation or adhesions in area of remo... | |
Q. What could be the reason for abdominal pain and fever in my baby?
Hello doctor, My baby is 33 months old and is having pain in the abdomen and fever of 102 degrees for the past three days. My baby gets viral fever every month or once in two months. What could be the reason? | Hello. The most common reason for repeated infections is low immunity. This is because of incomplete nutrition in food. Please make sure that the meals you give him are proportional to proteins, carbohydrates, and vitamins. The second most common cause is cleanliness not well maintained. We may think and feel that we w... | |
What causes chest pain during pregnancy?
hi im 21yrs old and 28weeks pregnant and keep getting chest pain, its really tight and hurts, i cant breath with it and am also sick, it usually lasts 20-30mins and its also been waking me up at night, my bump goes really stiff and doesnt like it, its not heart burn or trapped ... | Hi, I have gone through your question, and I think I have understood your concern. I will suggest you the best possible treatment options. 1 ) First of all do not panic. 2 ) I will suggest you to get a complete check up of Hemogram, urine routine, renal function tests. Get examined by expert in internal medicine ... | |
What causes pain under left chest side while taking deep breaths?
Hello my name is Tiffany and I m only 18. I do smoke and I have been for 4 years now. Now This is the second time this has happened and the other one wasn t to long ago. But I can take short little breaths but when I try to take a bigger breath the lest... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Since you are smoker we need to rule out lung infection and bronchitis because both can cause chest pain. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done 1. Clinical examination of respiratory system 2. PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) 3. Chest ... | |
How long does an implant take to leave the system and does pregnacare conception increase chances of pregnancy?
I have been off the implant for 6 months and hav been trying consecutively since den with no luck . And I don't know why. How long does it take to live your system . I already have a son. And I have started.... | Hi and welcome to HCM,I understand your issue. There are two questions. The first is how long will it take for the implant to leave your system:If you have been off the implant for 6 months, the drug is no longer in your system. The drug clears out of the body within 48 hours of removing the implant. So this is not an ... | |
What causes persistent pain in abdomen?
I am currently having investigations for abdominal pain. At first it was lower right pain and now it s upper left. Then last Saturday I was very poorly with vomiting. This has continued on and off all week. I am definitely not pregnant. I have already had my gallbladder removed. | Hello, It may be due to stomach infection. For that you can take tablet ondensetron for vomiting. You may require antibiotics after physician consultation. You may require complete hemogram, ultrasound abdomen as per evaluation. Take hygienic food and water. Keep your self hydrated. Hope I have answered your query. Let... | |
Done follicular study. When can I do my IUI after trigger shot?
mam, on day 11(20/1/13) at 11 O clk pubergen jo 7500iu has give to trigger shot follicle .todayis i my day 12(21/1/13) follicular study shows 2 follicles size 23x21mm,19x16mm on rt ovary endometrium 10.2mm not yet ruptured. when can i do my iui after trig... | Hi, Thanks for your query. I read your query and understand your concerns. Following is my reply: 1) It takes 36 hours for ovum to rupture. I think you time your IUI 36 hours after trigger. 2) Single IUI after 36 hours of trigger is good enough. 3) Next day scan might reveal a ruptured follicle. I hope I answered your ... | |
Suggest treatment for neck stiffness and throbbing pain in head
Hi, I have almost constant neck tension. Have done for years. Although it became suddenly worse a few weeks ago when I had a bout of pharyngitis. It s let me with a vague but nagging dull ache in my right side of my head. It s also causing some head throb... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.As you have been having a constant neck tension for years, therefore it appears to be a chronic problem and less likely to be associated with a brain tumor. At times, during excessive coughing as you had from phayrngitis, there can be small muscle spasms or conditions within the head to cause p... | |
Suggest diet which can improve growth metabolism
My friend, Jay has a son, Jimmy, age 8, and is well-nourished so she tries to make sure that besides eating healthy that he take a daily child’s multivitamin/mineral pill that also includes 10 mg of iron. She’s particularly concerned that he get enough iron because she’... | Hi, there is no need to give iron continously, once the hemoglobin levels becomes normal we should stop iron and focus on dietary improvement. Moreover, iron also causes bad taste in mouth and constipated. So, in my opinion you should stop iron immediately. Child should be given food in addition to milk, like fruits: ... | |
Does gastric trouble lead to heart attack?
sir my dad had gas trouble and got some pain near the chest i just want to know whether gastric trouble leads to heart attack.and he checked his condition near a doctor that to a cardiologist and the doctor had tested him i.e. ecg blood test and sugar test everthing is negati... | Hello if your father is diabetic?? What is age ?? Smoker?? Obesity?? Gastric symptoms many times present as heart attack. ...these are not classical symptoms.. But if have these symptoms.. And risk factor I mentioned earlier.... Don't neglect... Just do ecg... Which rightly done by you...u can go ahead with TMT and ec... | |
Slight movement on head while walking is causing dizziness,headache & loss of balance
While walking, if I happen to turn my neck to the left, and then brings back, a dizziness, light light headednessand loss of balance is felt. Have a feeling that left side nerve is not right. Could you suggest some treatment ?Thank ... | Thanks for your question dear from how much time you are experiencing this don't worry start with tab betahistidine 16mg BD and tell if there is improvement in few days or not thanks | |
What causes pain in bottom of both feet?
Good afternoon, The bottom of both my feet ache. It is very difficult to start walking when I first stand on them in the morning and during the day. Once I put my tennis shoes on or other shoes the soreness is not as intense. I have made an appointment at the podiatrist. I was ... | In my opinion is that you have spondylitis in C5/S1 in which symptoms increase in the morning and by wearing high heals physical therapy can fix this easilyGood Luck | |
Is taking Utrogestan 200 orally instead of inserting it vaginally harmful?
hi, I have a similar question than before: Im 8 wweks pregnant and had been ask to take utrogestan 200 for a month( i had abdominal pan , but uterus was fine and no bleeding) however i just realize it was suppose to be taken vaginally and i too... | Hello dear,I.understand your concern.In my opinion the utrogestan can be taken orally or vaginally.With vaginal insertion the absorption is better and systemic sideeffects like nausea,headache are less than oral intake.But there is no harm to you or your baby with oral intake.So relax.Take panadol for headache.Avoid pa... | |
What do mood swings between euphoria with high activity and depression indicate?
I want to find out if my 26 year son could have some kind of mental illness or if its due to drinking but I am not sure where to start. I think he has a drinking problem. He has periods where he is very interactive with our family, very i... | he may be suffering from alcohol dependencf syndrome.contact a psychiatrist or me ...dr sarathsnair@gmail.com | |
What causes leg pain, heaviness in chest and cold feeling in feet while on BP medication?
Fiance sais she feels like ice is in her veins and comes and goes in waves. She has had leg pain for several days and a pain like heavyness in her chest and her legs feel cold. Also has been dizzy lately. 38 and on meds for high ... | Hello, It is unlikely related to your BP medicines. Possible causes like varicose vein must be ruled out. Consult a general surgeon and get evaluated. An ultrasound scan with Doppler is required to make a diagnosis. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Shinas ... | |
Does a sex toy stuck in the rectum require medical attention?
Hi I have been experimenting with my boyfriend and was using a sex toy in my anus. Unfortunately the top half has come off and is still inside. I could touch it with my finger and was trying to get it out. I can no longer feel it. Should I be concerned or w... | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, it may come out with defecation but it may not be sure so better not take any risk and it is advisable to see the surgeon, because chances of impaction and sever trauma with infection is very likely, do not try to get it out on your own, but see the surgeon is advisab... | |
What precautions to take to recover soon from IVDP ?
Hi, my sister has been suffering from IVDP. She is 25 years old. she is in allopathy treatment for about a month along with the physiotherapy . she has recovered almost 70% from it, but she has to travel daily around 90 kms(in total) for her office in a traveller wa... | hi, initially she might have to rest for a month or so. here are a few precautions: ask her to wear a lumbar belt while travelling. avoid bending. if her job demands standing for long ask her to place one leg on a stool. chair should be ergonomically constructed to meet her spinal curves. while getting up from lying po... | |
Done surgery to remove spinal tumor. MRI shows spots on vertebrae. Blood spots from surgery?
Hi I am asking on behalf of a friend. She had surgery over a year ago to remove a large tumour on her spine. The pain has slowly come back to as bad as it was before and they have done CAT scans, xrays and now an MRI. The M... | Hi, thanks for writing in. The fresh MRI pictures need to be compared with the pre operative ones. Only then can one comment on the issue of recurrence of the tumor. The theory of blood clot sounds quite funny. In fact a contrast enhanced MRI will surely help in diagnosing any recurrence f there is any. Regards | |
Suggest treatment for vomiting and reduced appetite during pregnancy
Dear Respectable Doctors My Wife has 2 months pregnancy, and she dosen t have appetite to any food, drink or fruits and vomiting and she is woozy and languid,slothful and have too worry, that not lose our next child, (one of our child died in 9 Month... | Hi.Speak to your doctor and initiate dominate (anti-nausea medication); 2 tablet can be taken in a day, if it doesn't help then increase it unto 3 tablets a day, but only after your doctor has allowed it.Best wishes. | |
What causes cuts on penis of a baby?
Hi. I m a 32yr old mother of three boys from northern Nigeria. My youngest son-10 months old, weighing 12kg- has cuts on his penis. The underside of the penis is red with the upside of the scrotum, ie where the skin of the penis meets the scrotum. Its as if the skin has peeled. Thi... | this is caused by dermatitis , which can cause slit like lesions at what looks like bleeding and cuts .there are few things you can cause this and can verify avoided :laundry detergents tight diapers babies powder perfumed swabs or napkins I recommend soothing creams and avoid all of the above I hope this helps | |
Could the repetitive thinking and irrational assessments of situations due to bipolar or schitzophrenia?
i have severe anxiety, and bipolar disorder....... when i go through my stages of mania, i often experience symptoms of schitzophrenia, such as repeatitive thinking and slightly irrational assesments of situations.... | HiThese symptoms do occur in bipolar mania and hypomania and no there is no chance of schizophrenia your doctor is right follow his adviceTake care and thanks for trusting HCM | |
Q. My friend has been asked to go for blood transfusion for dengue. Why?
Hello doctor,My friend has a blood count of 32,000 cells/cu mm. He has been suffering from dengue for four days. He is admitted to a hospital for the same. The doctors are saying to conduct a blood transfusion. I am not sure what that is. Kindly ... | Hello. Hope your friend recovers soon, without having to go through a platelet transfusion. For more information consult an internal medicine physician online --> | |
Suggest treatment for borderline personality disorder
he would burn the house down with me in it, he said he would make my life a living hell, and that he d inlfict as much psychological damage as possible on our 4 children. He didn t burn the house down, but he did accomplish his other goals. The children are all adu... | regular sessions of cognitive behaviour therapy is treatment of choice.A mood stabilizer drug may benifit in your case. | |
What causes persistent back pain?
I have a pain in my back on my right side that hurts more when I inhale deeply. Went to the Doc had a chest xray, front/back and from the side and they said everything looked okay. I'ver had the pain for about 8 weeks now following a case of bronchitis and my athma seems to be getting... | OSTEOPENIA (WEAK BONES) OR PROLAPSE INTERVERTIBRAL DISC MAY BE THE CAUSE.ANOTHER CAUSE CAN BE WEAK MUSCLES DUE TO LACK OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY | |
Suggest treatment for congestive heart failure in a 61-year-old
I am a 61 female who was diagnosed with congestive heart failure about 8 years ago. I have been starting to get light headedness, sometimes to the degree that I feel faint. Last time it did this my difibulator reacted. Didn t go off but I was told it regu... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.According to your symptoms, you have fainted because of -1. Maybe your medication, it contains usually diuretics and causes fainting sometimes and also low sodium 2. Maybe you have arrhythmia 3. Other things Go for CBC, LFT, KF... | |
Is it to be concerned about the severe pain in the hip due to a fall?
hi about 8 hrs ago i was runnin nd slipped on wet tiles nd fell with force nd my left hip took all the impact. i can walk with a limp but is painful nd have to try to keep my leg as straight as i can. i have limited hip movement to. up and around. i... | hiThere is a necessity of an xray/MRI of the hip for internal injury so must consult an orthopedic doctoras early as possible.Minor fracture or subluxation may be there in the hip joint which should not be ignored for long especially since swelling and limp are prominent symptomsTkae advil tabs after meals and use a wa... | |
What causes hole between the anus and the scrotum?
I have a small hole bellow my anus between it and my scrotum. When I stretch the skin it disappears. I don't often look at that part of my body so I have no idea how long it has been there.. It almost looks as if I have two assholes. Please give me an idea of what it ... | Hi,From history it seems that you might be having fistula in ano producing hole near anal opening.This hole might be opening of sinuses there might be having more then one sinuses.Consult surgeon and get examined.Ok and take care. | |
What could be the reason for having white lumps on my lips?
i have been sick for three days and i dont know what is wring i have white lumps on my lips and the underneath of my tounge and i have a fever and a head ache and a really bad stomache ache its kinda hard to breath and i can really move my neck but i havent f... | Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.This looks to be a flu. But at the same time it looks you have developed oral thrush meaning fungal infection so soon. You need to apply anti-fungal oral applications available on medical stores/ pharmacies. You also need a symptomatic treatment for the other symptoms y... | |
How to get pregnant?
one i have a qustion about trying to get pregnant, me and my boyfreind of quite sometime have been trying to get pregant with our 3rd baby but we are havin bad luck on it, and it is really hurtfull. adn what should we do?? on how to bless are famliy with a 3rd little one | Hi, Thanks forthe query I understand your concern. An ovulatory menstruation &normal sperm counts are primary requisits for conception. As it'your 3rd chance.. mostly they are normal... still it's not a bad idea to check for it. To exclude blockage in fallopian tube is considered to be tested .. in vase tgere is n... | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late ... | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they shou... | |
Why am I so possessive about my girlfriend?
Hi sir, iam a 17 year old boy.i have a great and very best girl friend. Both of us are very close. Me become selfish in her love. I want her always with me vice versa.sir i dont know why iam so selfish in her matter? I cant live without her,and also she cant live without me.... | At this age these could be apparently normal The answer and solution to your problem lies in your question narration Because of your over possessiveness you get negative thoughts that means the meaning of these thoughts are not real. When it is not real, then there is no point in not allowing her to live her life in he... | |
Suggest treatment for collapsed gall bladder
i developed gall stone pain during pregancy i am 36 and since my daughters birth have had many painful episodes. i have had 3 scans wich show my gall bladder has collapsed but they cannot see any stones however the pain i get is in my upper right side under my chest this s... | eg:lsee cholysistectomy must done until do antispasmodic and fluid diet restrict lipidand fat dark urine during to complication of gall blader | |
On and off nightmares, screams and cries, affects sleep schedule and school performance. Opinion?
My daughter is 13 and for about a year now her nightmares have been coming back off and on. At first it was just a rude awakening for her and she would go right back to sleep but now they have become so real to her (as sh... | Hello,I understand that you are worried about your daughter's sleep problems. Now, everyone experiences nightmares sometimes, bit they can be quite distressing if they happen very frequently.Frequent and distressing nightmares in children can indicate stress or anxiety-related disorders. In your daughter's case, since ... | |
Whats the cause and cure for white stringy inside the lips and gums even after regular brushing and flossing?
I have been plagued for many years with white stringy mucous inside my lips and gums. I visit the Dentist at least twice per year and brush twice per day. I usually don't use mouthwash and I do floss. No-on... | hiwelcome to HCMAs you mentioned the white string in your mucous membrane must be a possibility of lichen planus.Be clear is it patch or string. if white patch then can be like candidiasis, leukoplakia. or you have habbit of chewing tobacco or smoking.if you dont have any habbit of chewing or smoking then, check weathe... | |
How to heal H pylori IgG infection while on relief with H pylori - Kit?
Hi, My mom currently suffering with H pylori IgG infecetion & she has completed the 14 days course of H pylori - Kit but still she is not feeling well & also inform u that allopathy treatment not suitable to her body can you please inform any othe... | Hello and welcome to HCM, An infection in the body is followed by increase in Ig M antibody. After the infection is treated and/or the infection dies out the Ig M is followed by increase in Ig G levels. The H pylori infection can be efficiently treated with anti-H pylori drugs. After clearing of infection, the levels o... | |
What are the symptoms of anxiety and depression?
Hi, I’m a 26 year old female. I have noticed that for several years I have an excessive amount of energy and need to go out and do something when I wake up, but as the day continues, I lose total motivation. If I don’t do something right in that moment of energy, I will... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Excessive energy is hyper behavior pattern and is unipolar disorder. But immediately after that you fall depressed or low in energy. From the given symptoms it can be termed as symptoms related to anxiety disorder. I suggest ... | |
What causes phlegm in the chest?
My husband wakes each mornin with a huge amount of phlegm on his chest thismakes him want to vomit - what can be the cause? I write from South Africa and don't have a credit card to if this means I have to pay for this information I'm afraid it will have to do without it. regards Dana | if he is an older smoker,the cause of phlegm may be related to smoke and in this case the phlegm is especially during the morning.Nicotine paralize the cylia of bronchial mucosis and during the night they start to function again and the person have a lot of phlegm when he wake up.Other causes may be a chronic rhinosinu... | |
What causes abdominal pain in the upper quadrant?
20 year old female. I have been having abdominal pain, primarily in the left upper quadrant for a few days. Also pain, stiffness, and swelling of joints. Headaches, wierd smells, fatigue, nausea, and now sudden nipple and breast pain. I have never had nipple or breast ... | Hi! Good afternoon. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. The pain in the left side of your abdomen could be due to gastritis caused by the possible intake of any pain killers consumed by you for the headaches, etc. If not , it could be due to any intra-abdominal inflammation for which a physical examination along with... | |
Itching between legs, black discoloration, wetness, redness. Using itchguard. History of diabetes. Treatment?
Hi My name is XXXXXX. My problem is that between my legs i hve itching from last 1 year. Now the area is becaming black and it is always wet. Color of the skin is after inching became red and then turn black. ... | Hi Uncontrolled diabetes can be associated with itching, the other symptoms would intense thirst, passing alot of urine, weight loss, increase in appetite, dizziness. Some persons may not have many symptoms at all and it is just found on a random check. To find out if you are diabetic, you should visit your doctor for ... | |
How to reduce the excessive hair loss?
I am having excessive hair loss from last 3 months. First i thought its due to monsoon, humidity and dandruff. but its happening now also when the monsoon is over. What should i do to save it. Also my friend suggested me to take Follyhair tablets. I want to know whether there are... | Hi..you can start these tablets for hair hall. they contain biotin which is required for hair regrowth. Along with these tablets also start iron and calcium supplements. You have to take this treatment atleast for 6 montths for full benefits. | |
Q. I have been taking contraceptive pills without break for three years. Kindly help.
Hi doctor, I have been taking contraceptive pills (Yasmin) without seven days break for over three years now. I have not had my period in more than six months. I did not know about the break. What would be the side effect of doing so... | Hi. Three years is a bit longer but up to one year without break is often given to treat certain disease like endometriosis. In your case, it may not cause any problems. Only that you may get late periods. You should complete the 21 days and then stop. You may get withdrawal bleeding after few days or it may be late. Y... | |
What is causing breathing difficulty, itching all over body and break outs?
my boyfriend has a picc line. he went to the emergency saturday having a difficult time breathing he also has been itching all over and sometimes breaks out. what could be causing this? the doctors we seen said he was just having panic attacks... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your boyfriend 's situation and problem. We need to first rule out allergy to PICC line. PICC line is made up of plastic and latex material. So in some patients, this material can cause delayed allergic reaction after 48-72 hours. Allergic reaction manifes... | |
What causes nerve pain in the hip region to persist while on Gabapentin medication?
I was prescribed Gabapentin 300 Mg by my doctor for severe nerve pain in my left hip area and down my left leg after X-rays of the hip area and lower back area. After taking the drug the first time I felt very tired and much better the... | HelloThank you for trusting HCMDear Gabapentine may cause generalized weakness and sedation.please confirm by is it nerve or muscular Pain.Take MRI of Spine may useful. you can use vit d and pain killers with Gabapentine may be useful.If symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you acc... | |
What causes pain from shoulder to lower back after having hysterectomy?
I have stabbing pains in my right shoulder and leading down to my lower back. On a scale of 1 - 10. I d say it s 8 but only just bearable. I can only take short breathes.. It started about 3 hours ago.. I ve recently had a hysterectomy just over a... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The pain that you have seems to be muscular in nature. You can change the posture, do a hot fomentation and take muscle relaxants for relief. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal . For future query, you can directly approach m... | |
What causes red spots from mid to lower spine in babies?
My almost three year old daughter has red spots starting about mid spine to lower spine. They are not raised and do not bother her. I ve noticed them off and on for a few months just thinking she had hit her back on something. I m pretty sure that s not the case... | HIWell come to HCMSuch lesions in this age group are mostly nonspecific and this could be boils and this would come around soon without the treatment, if this does not improved then this can be treated with Syrup Ibuprofen 10 ml three times in day, hope this helps. | |
Suggest medication for pain in tooth
I have visited my dentist last week with a mild toothache. had x ray and a thorough check up could not find anything amiss. Now sensitive to hot drinks. I floss regularly, clean my teeth 2/3 times a day. Use sensitive tooth paste. Just finished a course of antibiotics, but still h... | Hi.Thanks for posting your query.I have gone through your history.As you are sensitive to hot drinks and have a slight ache, your affected tooth might be in need for root canal therapy. No need to take antibiotics again. In case pain increases, you can change mediation and go with either Flozen AA 2 tabs in a day or Ke... | |
What could cause enlarged lymph node, pain in lower back, abdomen and chest? Have history of white matter lesions
Hi, I have been on Sufamethoxazole/Trimethoprim Antibiotic for 9 days. I have an enlarged lymph node on the right side of the nape of my neck. It is painful and the size of a marble. This is the third ti... | HI. Gone through the history. Ut is better to go for a simple test called '' FNAC'' MEANS Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology , done with a fine needle to help diagnose . Repeated swelling at the same spot needs evaluation. May be sonography too can help. It is better you visit your Doctor again. | |
Lump on back in line with spine after doing backward flips. Suggestions?
Hi. My 11yr old son recently was messing about and doing backward flips, and when he stood up a lump had come up on his back, directly in line with his spine . It goes down over weeks, and then tonight he was playing on the carpet, on his back, s... | there are many thing to clear clinically. 1.minimal scar or lump since birth yes/no 2.Is it associated with pain. 3.Is it hard to touch or soft and compressible. 4.Is it tender to touch. 5.pain radiating to legs. It could be occult meningiocele,dermoid,spondylolisthesis or simply inflamation in spinal muscle. | |
What could the swollen patches on the thigh be?
Hi. My daughter has a perfect swollen circle on her thigh. It is about 2 inches in diameter. I don t see anything resembling a bite in the middle? She was scratching it earlier today and then when I was helping her put her pj s on I saw it was a big perfectly round raise... | Hello. I just read through your question. This is either a reaction to something she came in contact with, or a skin infection. Infections are usually slightly painful when touched or pressed and require antibiotic treatment. Reactions usually resolve on their own. In either case, if the diameter of the circle increase... | |
Suggest home remedy for a broken nail.
I smashed my finger in the car door, its obviously bruised, but there isn't excessive bleeding under the nail. The slam broke the skin and may have broken the nail right under the cuticle, but I can't tell at this point. What is the best way to care for it at home? | **1. since history if trauma/injury is there thus other causes [fungal infection, chemical, skin condition] can be safely excluded.2. if nail is broken from cuticle it will not reattach, you have to remove or trim it, and will take 6-10 months to re grow, since bruising is there thus home treatment often helps relieve ... | |
Lower back pain, leg pain. Taking Tylenol and Advil. Used heat and ice. Suggestions?
My husband is really suffering with severe lower back pain and pain radiating down the front of his leg..he has been taking tylenol 3 s for a week with Advil q8 hours....what would be better? ...he has a prescription for Celebrex but ... | Hi,From history it appears that your husbund might be having some degenerative changes in his lower spines giving rise to this problem.Go for x-ray lumbo-sacral region.Consult orthopedic surgeon and get examined.Physiotherapy will give better relief.Do back extension exercise.Ok and take care. | |
How to treat lung cancer?
I have a 18 months aged baby and my father was recently diagnosed with small cell lung cancer. He is supposed to begin cyberknife treatment (in addition to chemo) on Monday. Is it safe for my baby for me to be around him while he is being treated? I am concerned the radiation will harm my bab... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. He has small cell cancer of lung. Treatment of choice is chemotherapy and radiotherapy. If it is localized then surgery can help. You should keep your baby away from your father while treting with radiation. Otherwise no any other problems. A... | |
Delayed period. Pregnancy test positive. Used safety kit and bleeding for two weeks. Still positive so taken Mathergin tablet no change. Advice?
Dr i had been last periods time is 12 june.i am do sex 24 june. my period is not coming in july on 12 th.i use i m check my pregency test. possitive .i use safty kit of sury... | hi..you have conceived and you have tried for its termination by taking methargin.. still your UPT is positive..dont self medicate..see your obstetrician for the management of condition..they may use medical methods for the termination, if it doesnot work, they may go for menstrual regulation by aspiration of contents ... | |
Diagnosed with anemia, heart murmur, have lightheadedness, hand and leg tremors, bone pain, white dots in vision. Any ideas?
I am a 20 year old female. In the past 2 months I ve been diagnosed with anemia and a heart murmur . I ve been feeling extremely light headed (it comes and goes) for the past few months. My hand... | these are symptoms of hyper kinetic circulation due to anaemia in which due to low hemoglobin body tries to produce more RBC to carry oxygenwhich in turn produces such symptomsno worriestreating anaemia with multivitamins and iron will cure it |
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