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Suggest treatment for loose motion
Hi . My 7 months old daughter is passing looose motions since past 4-5 days.Today also she passed it around 8-9 times.Took her to doc yesterday and he said its all fine and just continue with ORS,walamycin and some zinc medicine.ANy special care u suggest coz we fear her getting dehy... | Hi,This suggests acute gastroenteritis. Most cases are viral, and need only supportive treatment with fluids like ORS to prevent dehydration and zinc supplementation. A probiotic also is good and it hastens recovery. If no fever, and the stools are not bloody or mucus containing, antibiotics are not needed. If needed, ... | |
Q. Please interpret MRI taken for lower abdominal pain and gas problem.
Hello doctor,I have left side lower abdominal pain and gas problem. I need a radiologist to interpret my MRI scan results. The laboratory tests performed was blood test in which CA 125 was elevated to 59. | Hi. Your MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) pelvis reveals (attachment removed to protect patient identity) a well defined hypo-intense lesion in the right adnexa from which right ovary is seen separately, and is likely to be an endometrioma. It shows mild homogenous enhancement on postcontrast images. However, your CA 1... | |
Does Cetirizine and Aerocort affect fetus?
Hello sir/Mam, This is usha, 25 yrs old and newly married, i have dust allergy problem and often i am suffering from wheezing, three days back i had 2 cetrizine tables and aerocort inhaler (around 4 times/day), i have a doubt that i may pregnant (not yet confirmed) if so does... | No need to worry.Even if you are pregnant these drugs are not going to harm your baby.so relax and get your pregnancy test done to confirm the same | |
What causes air bubble like feeling in chest with faster heartbeats?
Hi, I am a 25 year old female, 160cm, 50kg and generally healthy. In the last couple of days I have experience this strange feeling in my chest. It feels somewhat like an air bubble in my chest, making my heart jump/skip a beat from time to time. I h... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Racing of heart beats with bubbly feeling in chest are seen with arrhythmia (rhythm disturbances in heart). Arrhythmia, if not treated promptly, can be life threatening. So get done ecg, 2d echo and Holter monitoring (24 hours continuous recor... | |
What is the solution for constant lower back pain and abdominal pain?
I am 55 years old and have been having lower back pain in the middle of my back and lower abdominal pain daily. The abdominal pain is severe early in the morning just before I have a bile movement. The back pain is mild to severe during the night an... | Abdominal pain along with middle back pain can be due to pancreatitis mostly gall stone induced. need to visit a general physician to rule out this. He might require usg or mri also if he suspects the same. Other posibility is gastritis with myofacial low back pain. Pls visit early for proper history, examination and ... | |
Suggest remedy for rashes spreading in the body
I had a rash on the back of my leg that was extremely itchy. I went to the Doctor and was prescribed 3 different creams and nothing is working. The rash moved down behind my knee and a little lower. Those 2 rashes seem to be not as bad now but just below my bikini line o... | Hi, It may be contacted allergic dermatitis most probably. There may be some cause like soap, clothes, detergents, house dust, house dust mites, pollens, wool, grass or some dietary allergen like chicken, eggs, fish, milk, curd, soya, banana, brinjal, tomato, fermented food, banana, etc. I would suggest you take Cetiri... | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologis... | |
What causes a lump in the groin?
i have been to 7 doctors i have had a ct scan and x rays i have a 1.0 cm lump in the right groin the ulta sound states papable abnormality and a small benin apperaing lymph node they sent me to a sport medcine doctor and he doesnt know what it is and said to get an mri and go to a oth... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some enlarged inguinal lymphnode. It can be due to reactive hyperplasia as a result of infection or lymphoma. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology or biopsy of that lump. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should... | |
What causes walking difficulty after having an accident?
My son was in a car accident on sunday night he was in the back, he had his seatbelt on and fell asleep next thing hes on his way to hospital, they checked him and he had a head scan and was aloud to come home but he is walking funny he seems to jurk as if hes b... | HI....I suggest you get him back to the hospital and get him examined again. This I am telling only to be doubly sure as in his last clinical examination after the accident he as normal. He might just developed a pain lager on and is having simple antalgic gait which will settle by itself. But with a background of acci... | |
What is the treatment for malignant epithelial tumor?
A gallbladder stone surgical operation was made on 19/03/2011 of my old father at the age of 72.After biopsy examination it was found that, malignantepithelial tumor identified.Now I want for his treatment.Is there any cancer tratment at super hospital,sai pras... | A biopsy sample is usually taken during surgery. , with the goals of removing the tumor along with full staging and debulking (see the section about surgery for details). | |
What causes discomfort and pain in chest?
Hi....I am a 44 yr old woman! Ive been feeling very, very tired lately, with chest discomfort and sometimes pain in my chest. I burp a lot too! I notice that these symptoms come more after I eat. I am a smoker. I informed my doctor and she made me pass a stress test for m... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more likely. GERD is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause bur... | |
What causes a persistent white bump on the vaginal lip?
I have a white. Bump on the outside lip of my vagina and I went to the doctor and she said it was a c y s t s that would go away on its own but it itches and gets irritated after sex and it's been over 2 months and it hasn't went away what should I do? | Hello dearWarm welcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query in details .* Most probably Bartholin cyst , does not disappear on its own .* As there are chances of re occurence even after its removal , so the surgeon must be denying for surgery .Hope this will help you for sure .Wishing you fine reco... | |
What causes pain under the left rib cage?
I have had a pain under my left rib cage for three days now. It started a couple of days prior and just got worse. Depending on how I move the pain is more acute, and laying down makes it worse. I do have diverticulitis, and have been experiencing a lot of gas lately. | In my opinion you have splenomegaly i recommend CBC test to check your lymphocytes count Also another possibility in cracked ribso i suggest having a chest x ray as well Good Luck | |
Suggest treatment for red rashes all over body
Hi I had red rushes all over my body (except for face) and went to urgent care and got steroid shot. Rushes are gone within hour. However after about 10 hours later, rashes come back again and all over body plus face. I took Benadryl and prednisone couple hours ago but se... | Hi, It seems to be urticaria. It is an allergic reaction to food, preservatives, drugs, thyroid disease, infection and sometimes occur without any cause. I would recommend you to take antihistaminics, like tablet Cetrizine. This should resolve it. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further... | |
Can bikini once used by someone else be used again?
i have a bikini and i wore it for maybe 4 times only, i forgot it at my cousin's once and her frnd took it to wear it for one time and i dunno her, shall i wear it or throw it? cuz i dont really like to wear pants even if its washed.. so wat do u think doctors? | Hello, Well if u wash it its ok to wear but is up to you. Its like you are buying a used bikini.Would you buy and wear a used bikini or not? If not than dont use it and buy a new one. Me personally dont like to share things specially the underwear.Kind regards,Dr.mersi | |
Should Humog and Siphene injection be taken to conceive?
doctor suggested iui. took siphene 100mg and humog150inj.on day 7 and 9th. he scanned on day 9th- the follicle size was 11mm. he prescribed to take more 2 inj. on day 11th and 13th. and told me to come on 18th day for scan. as doctor is goin out of station.(frm ... | Dear member, Thanks for writing to healthcare magic.tab siphene and humog is the correct regimen as I have used it extensively in my practice with good results.if your follicle is 11 mm on day 9 then it will reach 18-20 mm on day 13 or 14.day 17 Will be too late. I would recommend ultrasound on day 13 and take inj HCG ... | |
What causes hot flashes on the face and legs with high bp?
I am 88 yrs old and have high blood pressure. my primary-care dr put me on metoprol 100 2x/day, lifinopril 10mg/1x per day. my bp was still high, he doubled my lifinopril to 20mg/1x per day. Then it was still too high. He added Cardura and I was dizzy, headach... | From your history it is evident that you have resistent hypertension,adding your history of flushing there is possibility of pheochtomicytoma.I would suggest you to get your 24 hrs urinary VMA and ultrasound of kidneys and suprarenals done.if it favours pheo then go for CT scan for adrenals and go for definitive treatm... | |
What causes brown discharge during periods?
I was on depo nearly 4 years came off nearly 3 weeks. Had sex 21st feb and been getting milky discharge and brown discharge and yesterday had bit of blood on tissue. Been getting sore tender breasts feeling sick and tiredness backache stomach cramp. Could I be pregnant? had ... | well , since you are having theres symptoms, it is important to get pregnancy test done. I do not know for sure when was your last Deposhot. | |
Suggest treatment for infertility inspite of having ulcertive colitis
I have questions regarding possible infertility. I have ulcertive colitis and have several surgeries and now have not been able to get pregnant. I'm seeing a specialist now and they are worried about scar tissue around my tubes. What can help with t... | Hi,Thanks for writing to HCM.If a patient with similar complaints come to me I usually suggest to undergo diagnostic laparoscopy . By this adhesions can be visualised properly and also distribution of it. In same setting if adhesions are diagnosed then they can be released. It is unlikely for adhesions to release with ... | |
What causes lumps in legs with severe pain?
hi my names naieka and iam 17 nearly 18 i have been getting pains n my legs for sometime now and noticed a lump come up on each leg that really hurts when i walk for more than 10mins, but recently the lumps have gone from a grape size to the size of a golf ball and the pain ... | Dear this could be ?Varicose veins as they come IP and increase while walking. Consult a Surgeon. Stockings would give you relief. Hit thanks.GD day. | |
What is the life expectancy in a person having brain tumor around the temporal lobe?
my husband is 44 years old and has just been diagnosed with a brain tumor in the left temporal lobe. his symptons have been headaches and trouble saying what he wants to say. He was diagnosed 6 days ago. The neurosurgeon and a team ar... | I read your question carefully and I understand your concern.Regarding your first question, yes it is normal to wait for a week or so, it doesn't change much in the tumor evolution while careful planning can change the outcome.As for your second question, it is a hard one to answer. There are many types of brain tumors... | |
Suggest diet and remedies for chronic kidney disease
hello doctor, my mother has chronic kidney disease and she had a dialysis once.before dialysis her creatinine level is 7.2 and after dialysis its level is 3.2.. but now we dont want any dialysis more. Is is possible to cure it with the help of medicines. what is the... | Hello, CKD is a very delicate and serious disease. If by doing dialysis once her creatinine has come from 7.2 to 3, she might need again in future if her creatinine levels goes up. As for medical treatment, causes of CKD in most patients is uncontrolled diabetes mellitus or uncontrolled hypertension. So i would suggest... | |
What causes a pea sized lump on armpit?
Hi, I ve had a lump, pea size in my armpit for over 3 months now. Sometimes I do get aching in both armpits.I am in my mid 60s, 5 4, 125 pounds. Mammogram was normal, ultrasound results said it was a varicose vein type lesion and there was a lymph node as well. Recommended waiti... | HI,Dear,Good Morning From INDIA.I studied your query with all its details and understood your health concerns.Causes of lump in armpit--Causes in your case are-i-In referrence to mammogram findings and your age and association of the vasularity with lymph node, I would advise USG-guided FNAC biopsyii-FDG Pet Scan wou... | |
Suggest medication for schitzo effective
Hi , My son has schitzo effective, for 12 yrs he has been on resperdone, recently he has started hearing voices again, which was gone until his doctor put him on additional meds. they are latuda and zyprexodone(spelling might be wrong) his symptums are getting worse, not better | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. Schizo affective disorder is usually treated with a combination of psychiatric medicines, psychotherapy, life style changes, meditation and exercise. if you feel the present medicines are not working as required, please approach another psychiatrist.If you req... | |
Fever, cough, lack of appetite, acute left knee pain, cant straighten legs, chances of cancer ?
5 years old boy, feverish for a few weeks, had a cough . very small stature, but only 34 lbs, at 5. lack of appetite lately, acute pain in left knee . x rays wee clear, can not straighten legs while sitting on the floor. ve... | Hello, Welcome to Healthcare Magic forum. History of fever and knee pain may point to an underlying chronic bacterial infection( osteomyelitis ) most likely but can also occur in chronic inflammatory disorders like autoimmune diseases or malignancy or viral infections.The weight may be apropriate for stature but more i... | |
Suggest treatment for Lyme disease with stiffness in hands
My son had Lyme disease @ 3 months ago and was treated with Doxycycline for 3 weeks. He also had Lyme disease 8 yrs. ago. He now has swelling of his right hand and wrist with stiffness and numbness and tingling at night. He has been put on 4 different antibiot... | Hi ..actually he have develop CNS and Arthritic complication ..of lyme disease so give treatment of lyme disease ..doxicyclene ..... | |
Severe pain in lower back and nausea. Have been bedridden. Cause?
I have a sever pain in my lower back (mainly on the left side) but also have feelings of nausea . I m I sure if I need to pass stools or be sick and the pain is becoming quite uncomfortable. I am drinking water to see if that will help but the pain orig... | Hi Kristina, Thanks for writing your query. Heart burn is due to increased secretion of acid in the stomach. You should follow some precautions like :- 1. Avoid spicy and oily foods 2. Avoid mental stress 3. Donot take ciggarette and alcohol 4. Donot miss a meal 5. Donot self medicate especiaaly with pain killers and s... | |
Safe to take Magrim Diet Pills along with thyroxin for hypothyroidism?
hi, i have Hypo thyroidism , and my tests of T3 and T4 and TSH are within the normal range, my thyroid gland is working but i take thyroxin 50 mg daily just to help my thyroid.....is it ok to take Magrim Diet Pills. please i need a quick reply as i... | Hi, It is not safe to take megrim diet pills while on thyroxine. Magrim Diet Pills promoted by street-vendors and websites as an efficient natural product for weight losing in the treatment of obesity. It contains a compound 'sibutramine' which can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke and hence withdrawn from t... | |
What causes bleeding after wisdom tooth removal?
I had my wisdom tooth removed on the lower right side 12 days ago. I had some slight pain while eating hot soup for dinner last night. This morning, I spit out blood and a blood clot was sitting atop my molars, still connected. I just a gauze to soak up blood, no more b... | heloo pt-If Bleeding several days after Tooth ExtractionBleeding which occurs several days after tooth extraction is known as secondary bleeding. It is due to infection of the wound which causes loss of clot and erosion of vessels in the granulation tissue. Before suturing or packing the socket in case of secondary hem... | |
Reason for flu like symptoms after taking vaccine?
Recieved shingles vaccine August 2. On August 5th, began to have flu-like symptoms. Now upper respiratory congestion, yellow-green secretions, fatigue. It has been going on for 10 days now. I have been treating myself with mucinex, tylenol, but I still feel terrible, ... | Hello,I will suggest you to visit your local area doctor as it seems to be unrelated to vaccine. You will need antibiotics as you have fatigue, may have underlying low grade fever and this yellowish green sputum, all indicative of an infection in upper airways.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can as... | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologis... | |
What is the treatment for anxiety, headache and sore throat?
I am a very nervous person I suffer from anxiety. I had a head pain located over my left temple that prompted a visit to my local ER there was 2 CT scans done the last with contrast because the Dr couldn't get a good look at the 1 st this prompted a MRI of t... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. As long as the anxiety associated with your temporary health condition is concerned, it is due to non understanding of the health condition. Temporary anxiety due to non understanding of the health condition is quite common wit... | |
What causes pain and swelling in knuckles?
Hi. I was hitting softballs with friends for the first time. I am experiencing pain in my knuckle of my index finger near my palm. Minor swelling, slight bruising, hurts to touch and also extending and clenching hand. I am over 40. Injury happened about 7 hrs ago. Just bruise... | Hi, It could be a contusion only. Fracture is unlikely. As of now you can use analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like Aceclofenac/Seratiopeptdase for symptomatic relief. As of now you can apply ice packs for faster recovery. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sh... | |
Does a torn muscle in the leg need medical attention?
Hi i have torn the front left driver muscle in my leg. Should i go to the hospital or will it heal with rest? The injury happened Tuesday and i thought i was good to play cricket yesterday and i have ended up making it worse. I say its torn because iv had a lot of ... | Hi, The muscle tear will not heal spontaneously. I suggest you visit ER ASAP. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Gopal Goel, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
What is the treatment for pancreatic cancer?
Male patient 79 wipple procedure in 2011 for pancreatic cancer. Uneventful recovery and subsequent chemo with Gemzar (3 cycles only) suspended for allergic reaction (pneumonia). Markers normal up until July 2014 (Ca 19 7.9 , CEA 66 , Ca 125 67) follow up. He has COPD well m... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.It is important to know the baseline value of CA 19, CEA and CA 125 and the variation in levels after Whipple and chemotherapy. These are tumor markers and not always specific to the condition. However a certain tread might be seen with progressive cancer.The treatment for pancreatic cancer is ... | |
Had a hysterectomy. Have anxiety disorder. Had a traumatic brain injury. Have uterine cancer. Sums up to?
I recently had a hysterectomy , lost my job, and now my ex wants to take custody of our boys who are 15 and 14 he s trying to say that I am unstable because I have anxiety disorder , PTSD, depression, ADHD all of ... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.I agree you are going through a difficult phase of life, on account of health and personal issues.It is normal to feel anxious with the problems you are going through. However, these symptoms would improve with proper treatment. I suggest you consult your psychiatrist/psychologist fo... | |
What causes right abdomen ache, appetite loss with digestion problems and vomiting?
Hi. I am having ache in my right side of the abdomen for the last 1 week. Initially it was spread everywhere on the abdomen till chest but now after having some medicine it is reduced but still persistent. I am having loss of apetite a... | Hi.Your history of pain all over the abdomen for 7 days which has now concentrated on the right lower side and loss of appetite and digestion problem is suggestive of appendicitis unless proved otherwise. To prove this the best investigations is a CT scan of the abdomen, which will tell us whether this is appendicitis ... | |
What causes dry cough?
My age is 21 male and suffering from dry cough from 6 weeks.have take. Azithrol 200 but dint get relief...then consulted doctor...and took macpod 200 and asthalin syrup but it dint completely calm the cough. Now am getting dry continuous cough for 5-10 mins only when I travel in pollution. And o... | Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. Chronic cough can be due to any of the following conditions. 1. Lung infection2. Bronchitis3. AsthmaSo better to consult pulmonologist and get done 1. Clinical examination of respiratory system. 2. Chest x ray3. PFT ( pulmonary fu... | |
What causes a mole to increase in its size?
I have had a mole since I was young. But recently I noticed that it has grown a little bigger. It is not round, and it is multi-colored . I am nervous that it may be skin cancer. I think I remember it being like this when i was younger as well, but I am really nervous about ... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.A mole is an area in the skin surface where there is an excess of pigment deposition. Our skin gets its color from melanin pigment present in the skin. In a dark skin person, there is a higher quantity of melanin produced by the cells on the skin surface. In a light colored person, the melanin ... | |
Are cerebral palsy and periventricular leukomalacia related ?
We are now raising my nephew who is diagnosed with Cerebal Palsey. His medical history is as follows. He was born addicted to Coke at 33 weeks, his mother had no prenatal care. He did not need any oxygen. Before being released from the hospital he had a hea... | periventricular leukomalacia is caused by injury to the white matter which occurs due to decreased oxygen or blood supply. the initial MRI may not have picked it up but it is not caused by drugs and the baby can be improved with good physiotherapy and brain vitamins given simultaneously and should be done as early as p... | |
Should i be worried about back pain particularly in the area of moles?
I m a 17 year old teenage girl from Australia and more often than not I find myself outside without protection in the sun for a while without even realizing it. I will walk outside only anticipating to spend a few minutes and find myself outside fo... | Walking in sun for nearly one hour is requered.for synthesis of vitd. this is very important for your body.Ifyou feel there is hyper pig mantation. then in extra hours you can apply sun screenlotion. i | |
What is the treatment for Alice in Wonderland syndrome?
hello looking for information on alice in wonderland syndrome ive had migraines for 15 years and the past few years im having more and more problems with things not looking the right distance and the right size its becoming increasingly problematic. however I do ... | Hello, I would need more information to determine if in fact your migraines are the cause of your AIWS or it's something else. If it's the migraines then, I would first recommend seeking a headache specialist to better control those. If it's not the migraines then, how about having been checked for other organic cause... | |
What to do if food particle enters the wind pipe?
I was eating popcorn and I felt a kernel go down the wrong tube while I was laughing/singing with my boyfriend. Drank lots of water/lemonade. Still feel like it is there although I don t feel as if it is bothering me as much as it was. Am I at risk for any type of bloc... | Thanks for your question on HCM.In my opinion if you are not having any symptoms at present than no need to worry. As coughing will remove it from wind pipe.But if you are having symptoms like1. Chest pain2. Fever with expextoration3. Shortness of breathThan you should definitely get done bronchoscopy.As chances of pop... | |
What could cause severe debilitating back pain, tremors, uncontrollable spasms, nausea and vomiting?
After being unable to get answers in the states and months of pain I went to Mexico 2 weeks ago for testing due to severe dibilitating back pain, shaking and tremors uncontrollable spasms,nausea pain and vomiting as va... | Hi, I am very familiar with the meanings of these results, The parcial De tormboplastina or PTT in English is a measure of coagulation factor activity (i.e. how fast the blood clots) and your case appears roughly normal though you did not provide the laboratory normal values to know for sure. It could possibly be sligh... | |
What causes severe jerking and twitching of the legs?
My spouse has severe jerking and twitching of the legs which starts about 20 minutes after she turns out the light every night. We think it is more severe than restless legs since I have had that and this seems not to respond to treatment we ve tried. Can you help ... | hihope this msg finds u in good health. i have gone through the complaints and under stand your concern. i feel if u have tried all the remedies and its still not helping. .it might be more of psychological anxiety related.For such complaints. .counseling and if required physiotherapy can helpHope this answers your que... | |
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... | |
Untreated bipolar disorder. Why is she snorting while talk and has patches of cuts on leg?
Someone that I m really close to and care about has bipolar that is currently untreated. She was diagnosed with bipolar for a while, she was on medication before, and recieved help before. She no longer have insurance and she ca... | hi..bipolar illness requires prolonged maintenance therapy..its unfortunate for the insurance issues, but such the story goes..snorting may aggravate her problems, so she should quit..you should get help from a psychiatrist and start treatment lest it goes worse..wish her good health.. | |
Suggest treatment for calf pain after playing baseball
Hi, yesterday I was outside all day and I was playing baseball. A little while after that I got a pain in my calf, the muscular part below the back of the knee. And today it really hurts to walk and if I want to go on my tippi toes... I just can t bear the weight.... | hi,according to the symptoms u have mentioned, it seems u r getting calf muscle spasm. do u play baseball regularly or it is just that day u played for d whole day? if ur muscles r not accustomed to regular exercise,then sudden exertion can cause muscle spasm and muscle soreness. many of d time dehydration associated w... | |
What is causing allergic reaction to my daughter?
My daughter is 20 years old. In the early hours of Saturday morning, she complained of getting hot and cold fever. She was itchy and had a severe neck and back ache. She was taken to a 24 hour casualty hospital. The GP took blood to test for German measles. This was fo... | Yes this is an allergic reaction. Antihistamines and steroids is what she needs which your gp never gave. Start 8 mg methylprednisolone daily and taper after a week | |
Suggest treatment for a lump on the shin
Hi, I have a large red mark on my right shin. It is very hard to touch and seems to contain sine sort of material that is semi-moveable. I have had something similar previously and it seems to gradually go down over a long period. I don t know if it is related but I have found ... | HiWelcome to hcmLarge hard mark on shin must be keloid which means hyperreaction of skin during healing if wound that may be minor scrach. Keloid sometimes remains as it is or decrease gradually. Inj kenacort intralesionally decreases size of keloid. Other lumps that you have described must be lipomas/fat lumps which d... | |
Asthmatic using OTC Mucinex to relieve phlegm. Could this cause secretion of sticky discharge from cervix?
Hi, I'm 17 years old and recently I've been taking mucinex to relieve some phlegm in my lungs. I'm asthmatic. However, from using this over the counter medicine I've been experiencing some gooey clear discharge i... | Hi,I would like to know what other medications you are taking for asthma apart from mucinex? are you sexually active or have any disturbances/irregularities in menstrual cycle? Mucinex (Guaifenesin) is not known to cause the side effects you are reporting. You should get yourself checked for any sexually transmitted di... | |
Can 'eve primrose oil' tablets cause difficulty in getting pregnant?
Eve primrose oil and getting pregnant Im 36 and trying to get pregnant for the first time. I get sore breasts each month like a week before my period begins, then it eases off completely after my period starts. Previously I was advised by doc to take... | Hi there is no effect of evening primrose oil on getting pregnant. But it's better to stop using it when you get pregnant because it can make your cervix ripe and can induce labour. | |
Q. I am severely anemic. Kindly help.
Hello doctor, I am a severely anemic patient. I have been on iron and B12 shots for three decades, but still, there is no improvement. I have got enlarged spleen, IBS, and also no absorption from the gut. I had undergone so many tests but nobody seems to have answers. I stay exhau... | Hi. As you are on iron and vitamin B12 shots, I would assume that it could be nutritional. It is obvious that no absorption from the gut and also IBS will complicate it. Enlarged spleen could be due to increased destruction in spleen or production of cells in the spleen to improve anemia (extramedullary hematopoiesis).... | |
Q. Every time I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Why?
Hi doctor, I am a 26 year old male. I am 5 feet and 9 inches tall and weigh 255 pounds. When I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Sometimes when I have constipation as well, I poop a little bit of blood. I am really scared that I have colon cancer. I do have diarrhea often... | Hello. I have gone through your information and test reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). So, in view of that, there are a couple of things that I can opine upon: Hope that helps. For more information consult a general surgeon online --> | |
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... | |
Suggest treatment for gallstones
my daughter aged 22, is affected by soiling hand and feet periodically now,she was affected by small gallstones in 2-3 years ago, we are not operating that stone because no problems arises for those stones, but now this soiling problems arises, is it for gallstones or other issues. | hi.noted history of gallstones and soiling problems. the most common presenting symptoms of a galsstone disease are abdominal colic or pain, jaundice, fever. soiling problems might be coming from a different cause (infective, neurological causes must be ruled-out). it is best if you bring your daughter to a doctor for ... | |
Suggest treatment for severe cough in infant
Hi, my 11 month old baby boy has had a stuffy yet runny nose for 10 days now, fever, well last couple days its been right at 100.00. Coughing horribly and gagging on it most times, his mucas and snot has been bright green, dark green and clear, back and forth. .... his coug... | Hello,First of all steam inhalation three times a day with Vicks added. Pour nasal drops and clean the nose so that baby can breathe and take feed to give syrup, nebulizer with Atrovent three times a day. For a cough give syrup Hylixia (herbal) three times a day or acetyl syrup. No need of antibiotic if the condition i... | |
What causes upper right sided abdominal pain?
I have been having a pain in the upper right side by ribs.. My liver enzymes are normal but I am still feeling discomfort. My dr says I must have pulled something, I dont think that this is true. I have been a drinker for years too so I am concerned thank you | Hi and welcome to HCM. Thanks for the query. it can be related to liver and gallbladder so you need to do ultrasound of abdomen to rule this out.Wish you good health. Regards | |
Why is my teething toddler s mouth smelling?
hi, my baby is one year old and three days now,,she started teething and i noticed that her mouth is smelling,, i have a baby toothbrush and i do brush the four teeth that she has but without using toothpaste,,will the bad smell go away after the teeth have popped out? | The bad smell indicates germs are residing inside the mouth of the baby. Germs need not to reside only on the teeth. It is present in the mouth itself. Take a cotton an soak it in water + hexidine mouth wash solution and apply it inside the mouth of the baby twice daily. This will help and prevent bad smell. | |
What does my USG report suggest?
In my USG report, it is written that there is heperechoic one SOL (37x 35 x 31) mm in the mid and lower pole of right kidney with peripheral increased vascularity (? character) . n the imression it is written right renal SOL (? character), coarse liver parenchyma and prostatomegaly (... | Hello Subhasis and welcome to HCM.As an Urologist, let me try to explain the report.Normally,sound or"echo"waves, pass uniformly through the kidney tissue.But, in your case, they are 'hyper'echoic, meaning, of increased penetration. SOL,means"space occupying lesion",so there's an abnormal area there.Again, liver should... | |
How can a brain clot filled with fluid be treated?
What can be done for a six month old baby with a blood clot on the left side of his brain/ he was sent home with a wait and see... After being in the hospital for several days .was also suppose to be given a halmet ,but never got one.he sdue to go back this coming wee... | Hello, If it is just a simple clot a neurosurgeon will decide whether to operate upon it or not based on the pressure symptoms it is causing. If it is not causing any pressure symptoms then we can wait for it to resolve by itself. But if the MRI or CT scan brain is showing any fluid accumulation in the brain called hyd... | |
How to overcome the social phobia?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? i am a person suffering from social phobia. now a days i feel very nervous . i don't know how can i be cured . i am a resident of ranchi. could you please help me find a suitable doctor who can cure me. | Hi, thanks for the query. I would like to know your symptoms of social phobia. Usually social phobia is a disorder of excessive & unwarrented fears of unfavourable scrutiny by elders, seniors, strangers which causes avoidance of social situations. Are you suffering from any or all of these symptoms? If yes; You should ... | |
Does radiotherapy completely remove the tomour ?
Hi! My father got a tumor of size 4.2cm at his neck 3 months back. Then after he underwent chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatment for one month. Now tumor size is 1.2cm.My doctor has planned 12 more days of Radiotherapy treatment. Please let me know will this 12 days o... | dear rajesh, is he suffering from lymphoma, you dint write about the diagnosis. If he is having lymphoma, it is likely to be stage 1 (A?/ B? ). it is a curable disease, but without details it is difficult to comment. | |
What caused swollen cheeks, puffy eyes, rash on front and back of neck and shoulders?
Last night I started to itch behind my ears and on the back of my neck. This morning, I have woken up with a swollen cheeks, puffy eyes, rash on front and back of neck and shoulders. My skin on my face it warm to touch and slightly s... | Hello, You seem to have developed Hives. I suggest you to take an oral antihistamine e.g cetirizine 10mg tablet or loratadine 10mg tablet once or twice a day. You may use a soothing lotion e.g calamine lotion as well. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Kakkar... | |
What could fluid collection in shin indicate, kidney test is inconclusive?
yes one morning I work up and had pain in my left calve and then noticed swelling in my inside lower leg but not all the way around went to doctor first he said kidney disease then I did a urin sample and that wasn t the case then went for a ul... | HiWelcome to healthcaremagicI have gone through your query and understand your concern. You have rule out kidney disease, blood clot and cellulitis. You are advised to rule out congestive cardiac failure as a cause of this swelling as it is pitting ( dent appear on pressure). You can got echocardiogram for this and adv... | |
How can fungal infection on the feet be treated?
I think I have athlete s feet fungus. On the top of two of my toes, I have what look like red blisters. When I treated with a.f. cream, they dry up and eventually peel off leaving a reddish area of new skin exposed. The skin around it is still dry and peeling tho. These... | Hello,As you have a fungal infection on the feet, apply ketoconazole ointment locally, take tablet terbinafine after consultation. For itching, you can take tablet Allegra. Along with that use candid powder. Keep that part dry. Don't go in the water for a long time. Keep proper aeration of the foot. I will suggest you ... | |
How to stop skin darkening in infant?
Please write your health query. Also mention your age, height, weight and medical history. A detailed query is important to get you a relevant answer from the doctor. hi doctor, i have a two months baby when she was born she is very fair therafter she is getting darker day by day.... | color I'd determined by their genetic history and other factors.moisturizers can help to some extent and mild soaps should be used. | |
What causes growing lump on back?
hi I had a very small lump on the left side of my back and its been then there for about 9 years and has grown a little larger than a half dollar. what would you suggest? Oh id did have it checked out by a doctor they did say it was a cyst. do they become more harmful? | Hi,Dear thanks for the query to HCM virtual clinic.I studied your query in full details updated from you.I understood your health concerns.Based on your query data, In my opinion ,You seem to suffer from Sebaceous Cysts,which are more common on the back due to friction and nonhandling of the boils,by location.Dear Thes... | |
Is pregnancy possible despite getting periods after taking an emergency contraceptive pill?
I wanted to know can I still be pregnant if I had unprotected sex and i had periods after a week. I have no idea about my ovulation period because my periods doesn t occur regularly. Well I had took pills within 24 hours but be... | Hi, If you have period after sex then there is no chance of pregnancy. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal | |
Q. How can I delay periods?
Hello doctor,My date of the period was 10th of this month but I got it on 6th. Next month on 2nd, we have a religious function in the temple, so I want to delay my periods. Which medicine is better to use? Some say Primolut N or Ovral G or Ovral l. Please suggest me any medicine with proper... | Hi. Generally, to delay periods, Progesterone hormones have better performance. So take the following medications in given dosage, two days prior to expected next date of your periods, till the date you wish to delay. Delaying periods in once a blue moon is fine, but doing it frequently might cause irregularity in peri... | |
Q. Every time I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Why?
Hi doctor, I am a 26 year old male. I am 5 feet and 9 inches tall and weigh 255 pounds. When I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Sometimes when I have constipation as well, I poop a little bit of blood. I am really scared that I have colon cancer. I do have diarrhea often... | Hello. I have gone through your information and test reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). So, in view of that, there are a couple of things that I can opine upon: Hope that helps. For more information consult a general surgeon online --> | |
What causes iron deficiency anemia?
I am told I have iron deficiency anemia yet my CBC is normal and my iron levels and sat are wnl. I have extreme fatigue. Thoughts? I eat meat, etc. I am on celebrex. No tarry stools. Very remote hx gi bleed ulcer after asa. Should I stop all nsaids including celebrex? My pcp is havi... | Hello, Thanks for your query.Iron deficiency can be due to low intake of iron, or poor absorption of iron. I would advice you take green leafy vegetables, tomato, papaya in food. Also i would advice you to take iron tablet with your doctor's consult. And also take fruit juice. Do not take iron with milk as it prevent i... | |
Should I take anti-rabies vaccine after being bitten by a street cat?
Hi.. I have just got bitten by a street cat on my leg..its a very small wound which was bleeding for 5-6 seconds and the bleeding was stop. I washed it with antibacterial soap and applied anti bacterial lotion. A year ago.. same incident happened to... | Hello,If you have been vaccinated in past and taken complete course,you need to take two doses of vaccine three days apart.Thanks | |
Q. I am 18 years old. Is it fine to take Elvina for Yasmin as birth control pill?
Hello doctor,I am 18 years and I have been taking the birth control pill Yasmin for three months now. Today, I went to the pharmacy to go get another three months supply of Yasmin but the pharmacist gave me Elvina and told me it was the ... | Hi. It is nice to hear from you that you are concerned about medication type before its use. You are a teenager, still under development stage of the reproductive system. Yasmin (Drospirenone) already you used and are satisfied as well. Elvina is also a combination of two hormones (Drospirenoneone, Ethinyl Estradiol an... | |
MS in both legs, lower half, foot bottom, COPD. On laxatives. Alternate treatment?
I have had mS for about three years. Been to the Dr, but because of my age, 83, they do not want to start any type of treatment. MS in left leg, lower half, right leg, Bottom 0f foot only. I manage to get around with the aid of a cane. ... | Hi, . From what I understand you been suffering with symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) involving the lower limbs along with difficulties during bowel movement in the back ground of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (CODP). If my assumptions are right, I would like to know if you have been diagnosed to have multip... | |
I am hepatitis b carrier, can it transmit through sweats and will it harm my liver ?
I Im hbv positive carrier. It was found on 28.1.2011. since then I underwent homeopathi medicine. Before diagnosis I had no symptoms except burning of palms,sole and warm air came from mouth. While getting treatment I have been experi... | Dennis R. Laffer, MD Gastroenterologist: There are a number of questions that need to be answered: 1. Are you experiencing liver toxicity from the homeopathic therapy? 2. Has your HBV reactivated which can cause constitutional symptoms and jaundice? 3. How much damage has the HBV done to the liver? This might require a... | |
What could itchy upper thigh in infants suggest?
Hi, my 14mo. Daughter has been scratching her upper thighs as she falls asleep. I noticed the rashes 3 days ago and noticed her scratching as we laid together lastnight to fall asleep (he usually sleeps in her crib) is it stress? Depression, anxiety, self harm, itchynes... | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, it may be atopic dermatitis and it can be given try with any antihistamine and the best would be Levocetirizine, a child is just 14 month old so the functional factors are just out of the question hope this information helps. | |
What caused liver enzyme at 62?
i had a liver enzyme test come back at 62. my doctor says she thinks its related to a viral infection that i had. i was concerned that the testocerone patch (andro-derm) caused it? i'm also on 7.5 mg of prednisone for autoimmune and take prevacid and pepcid for reflux. thoughts? | Hi thanks for contacting healthcare magic...According to your history you have elevated liver enzymes with using some drugs also...Short term use not lead to enzymes elevation....If you have right hypochondrium pain , vomiting like features then viral hepatitis ruled out by viral marker study...Infectious mononucleosis... | |
Suggest remedy for lupus & fibromyalgia leading to heart defects
Female, 40, 5ft 4in, mild lupus, fibromyalgia, hiatal hernia, high cholesterol (244), blood pressure always normal. I am feeling dizziness, occassionally shortness of breath, sweating, achy back, fatigue more than usual, occassional nausea. I also have a... | You need to get 2 D ECHO done for evaluation of heart disease . Otherwise it will be difficult to comment as you have a history of multiple diseases. | |
What causes red spots on chest, lower back and breast?
I have recently noticed that some red spots appeared on my chest, and one main one in the middle of my chest that isn't completely pink, but more like a ring. They have started to spread and i've noticed that some other regular pink spots have turned into rings a... | hi.based from your description, it could be a ringworm or an infection of fungal etiology. a consult with a dermatologist might be of help. management will be directed accordingly.hope this helps.good day!!~dr.kaye | |
Q. What to do for sleep disorder?
Hi doctor, I am a 46 year old male. My weight is 74 kg and I am having an excellent physical shape. I think I have some sleep issue. I did not get proper sleep for any days and hence, I feel tired and irritable at times. I am very active professionally and leading very engaging life. ... | Hi. I have gone through your query and can understand your health concern. For further information consult an internal medicine physician online --> | |
How can cystitis be treated?
I have anal cancer and treatment with radiation and chemo tablets but fatigue yes, skin problems yes only on one foot, but very sore rear end and feels like the worst case of cystitis I have ever had, what can I use to ease the pain, stinging etc, I have also had Crohn’s disease since 1968 | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Cystitis is quite common after chemo and radiation and is quite hard to treat also. First of all you have to get a urine culture and sensitivity duo to look for causative organism and to chose appropriate antibiotic. Antibiot... | |
Suggest remedy for getting pregnant
hi doctor.i have been married for 8 yrs.5yrs.ago had conceived naturally bt that was actopic,operated by dr. khastagir.done all tests related to pregnency & everything is normal including both the tube he adviced me to go for IVF.had done 2 ivf failure & planning to go for 3rd one u... | Hi, I think if everything is fine, you can try naturally for 6 months atleast. You can take some medicines like clomiphene for the growth of your follicles and track your follicles growth by repeated ultrasound and when your follicles is more than 17 to 18 mm, take injection for rupturing the follicles. Be in contact... | |
What causes blood clots in the right shoulder?
Since 2008 I have had many many blows to the face and Head. Starting in 2008 blunt force trauma to left side of forehead causing severe concussion. 2009 blunt force to mid forehead causing fractured skull right brow. 2009 blunt force to left chin area causing deep, wide, ... | Thanks for your consultation at HCM! I have gone through your entire history and keeping in view the histroy of various traumatic injuries my diagnosis is that you have got blood extravasated from the ruptured vessel which get collected in tissues at shoulder region(Haematoma).... As far as treatment is concerned ... | |
Why has obimet been prescribed for non diabetic having irregular periods?
I am 26 yrs old ,arried for 2 yrs now. I had a miscarriage on 8 th Dec 11. I went in for a TORCH test where in I was detected IGG positive so my dr. told that may be I had an infection in the past so now I have been prescribed Rovamycin for 3 we... | Hi, To help you conceive. Although obimet is commonly prescribed to treat diabetes, however it is commonly prescribed to treat infertility associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Obimet helps in regulating the menstrual cycles and inducing ovulation (release of egg from the ovary) thus increasing your chan... | |
How to cure anxiety,erectile dysfunction and mild oligoasthenospermia?
I have been married for 1 year and yet not consummated our marriage. The problem is my husband is afraid of having intercourse. He is suffering from anxiety, erectile dysfunction and mild oligoasthenospermia. We have consulted urologists and sexolo... | Hello dearI had gone through your question very diligently and I can understand your concernThis could be due to stress or performance anxiety which is very common with some hypersensitive individualsIn my opinion He needs to be evaluated by a psychiatrist Apart from medicines He may require counselling and behavioural... | |
What could be the dark spot on the kidney found in ultrasound?
My daughter had an ultrasound today and the nephrologist found a dark spot on her left kidney. The doctor order a scan to be done right away. Doctor said it can be kidney stones but something tells me that he was somewhat concerned. What else can it be?? | It will be very clear in ct scan, only radiologist or surgeron after seeing in operation can only tell what it is ?dont wory it is 90% stones, chances of solid cyst or hemangioma rarely non function part of kidney or tumour | |
Is it common to have periods once after taking Plan B and again a week later ?
I ended my period June 25. I had protected sex but found out the condom broke after he was finished so I took plan B the next morning. It s my first time taking plan B and experienced the side effects. Now, a week later I got my period agai... | HiDr. Purushottam welcomes you to HCM virtual clinic!Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully gone through your query, and I think I have understood your concern. I will try to address your medical concerns and would suggest you the best of the available treatment options.1)First of all do not panic... | |
Why is there a deterioration in the wbc count?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I'm not sure why my white blood cell count is very low 2.3 and platelets down. I just had an endoscopy that showed gastric erosion and a colonoscopy that showed 2 small polyps of diverticulit... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.Your gastric erosion and polyps has no relation with your low counts. You may have viral infection or malaria like infection. If your count is not responded to treament then bone marrow examination is needed to find the exact cause.Consult your do... | |
Stopped root canal treatment by temporary filling due to severe pain and infection. Painful tooth when put pressure. Help
Hello. I have had two sessions of root canal treatment on a tooth that started to cause me a lot of pain; however my second session was stopped after it became too painful for my dentist to carry o... | Hi,Thanks for asking the query,Pain can be due to some pulp tissue left in the canal a thorough debridement of the canal is required for which you require a next sitting. Take a course of analgesic before the visit. If the tooth can be saved by root canal treatment there is no need to extract it. Take a complete course... | |
Q. I am pooping red blood almost every day. Can you suggest some home remedy for my problem?
Hello doctor,I am a 42-year-old male. Three years approximately poop red blood a lot. But in the last two weeks more so. Almost every day it is coming now with stomach pain and slight bloating any information needed. Any home ... | Hello, Welcome to the icliniq.com. You have blood in stool complaint along with stomach pain, so points towards gastroenteritis like infective condition. You need to investigate with stool routine micro examination for primary workup. Local rectal and anal examination with the aid of proctoscopy also needs to be done t... | |
What causes burning sensation and noise in the stomach?
Im 15 years old. My weight is 163 and my hight is 5foot9. So about a month ago I got a virus, I loss my appetite so I lost 10 pounds.But now my problem is when I lay down my stomach makes funny noises and sometimes I get burning sensations. I also have less appet... | This seems to be acid peptic disease.In my hospital, I have successfully treated such patients with omeprazole, gelusil.I advise to avoid spicy, junk, fast food, oily food, non-vegetarian food at least for a month.Do not go to sleep immediately after lunch or dinner.Ask your dr for doses & medicines.Hope this is inform... | |
What could cause low grade fever and headache?
My niece is 4 yrs old and has a low grade fever and a headache. She has been to the doctor and is on amoxicillin. She started out with a headache, then a low grade fever that escalated to 105 and vomiting. My concern is she has been on antibiotics for 2 days, she was test... | Hi, Does she have abdominal pain or loose stools? Fever, headache and vomiting is most likely from a viral fever. Let her take some rest, take paracetamol 3 times daily even if afebrile(for headache) and drink plenty of fluids in small frequent sips. This will subside in 3-4 days. Nothing to worry if she is otherwise p... | |
Can Amoxycillin be substituted by Cephalexin to treat a tooth abscess?
My husband was prescribed amoxycillin cap 500mg 20 three times a day for an abscess on a tooth. He was given a repeat prescription which he did not get filled as he thought his tooth was better, but now it has flared up again and it is the week end... | Hi Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concern...Yes amoxicillin 500mg could be substituted by cephalexin 500 mg to treat a tooth abscess. Cephalaxin needs to be used twice a day for 3-5 days only. However according to my opinion amoxicillin has better results than cephal... | |
Black spots on skin but it is not itchy
My son is 4 year old. From last 20 days i observed black spots on his hand in open area. Also ther are few black spots on cheeks and just behind ears. The spots appeared as black only, there is no itching and any history for skin disease. | hi it may be due to allergy from environmental factor mainly sun ,wind ,pollution tell him to wear full cloths apply sun screen lotion twice a day apply eumosone cream over black spot better to consult dermatologist | |
What causes liver enlargement after recovering from deep vein thrombosis?
hello...my brother got a dvt 3 months ago ..he has taken a warfarin and now he stopped it ,,he is 20 years old ,he used to play sports everyday..but before getting dvt he got appendectomy and peritonitis...the last analysis shows an enlargment o... | Do Doppler usg of abdomen to rule out hepatic venous outflow tract obstruction.he can go for sport .complete Lft | |
Tummy cramps, loose stools, burning feeling. Some relief with mebverine. Cause and cure?
Suffering tummy cramps, loose stools and a burning feeling across tummy when it cramps for three weeks, it appears to be triggered when i eat mostly anything but worse when eat rich foods, dairy etc. it can also wake me from my sl... | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. If I were your treating doctor for this acute severe diarrhea , I would come up with these possibilities , these includes.1 Gluten allergy i.e lactose allergy ( diary products) as you mentioned that diarrhea aggravate with milk products , so this is an indication that your... | |
Suggest medication for early signs of filaria
Hi, Dr Samuel N GriefRecently i felt slight pain in my left testicle. doctor said that it is an early earlly early stage of filaria.. and gave me diethylcarbamazine citrate tablets... i'm into 1 week of using them, but pain got reduced slighter.. he said mosquite bite is ... | HelloYes avoid sex till complete cure and even at least 10 days after complete cure .Diethylcarbamazine ( DHE) is the drug of choice but only in early stage .When such patient visit I also advise alnendazole 400 mg ( if microfilaria detected in blood ) once in day for 21 days .So also consult your treating physician a... | |
What causes heart palpitations and GERD?
I have been having heart palpitations for about six weeks. It started only when I layed down but now it happens more often. I do not smoke drink or even drink caffeine. It agrivates my gerd. I am 41 weigh 169 and am 6 1. My biological died of cardiopathy in his early 40 s. Most... | Hello, Gerd is a common problem and it's rarely also related to heart disease. Most of the times, there is no need to worry. However, since you have a history of heart diseases, its better to get ecg done and stress test like treadmill test which will rule out your concern. For Gerd, you should avoid fatty, oily and ... | |
Can dolowin cause liver failure?
Hi doctor I need help here. My friend a female aged 25 weight 47 kg took 9 dolowin tablets i think 650 mg of paracetamol. It was yesterday night at 12. when she told me in morning i told her to vomit, and there was some white phlegm in the vomit. She was allright then, now the next... | Hi and welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thank you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can.It is not likely that 9 these pills cane cause acute liver failure. Yes, it is true that paracetamol overdose may have negative impact on liver and even cause fatal liv... |
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