patient_message stringlengths 22 2.5k | doctor_response stringlengths 41 2.5k | dialogue_context stringclasses 1
value |
|---|---|---|
Had fever, bilirubin level high, wbc normal. Can it be jaundice?
I had fever 2 weeks back and was diagnosed and felt good for a weekNow, I have fever again in such a short span of time. I am not sure what the problem could be and so are the doctors.My blood reports look inconclsive as per the doc. The bilirubin level is higher than normal. Over 2 but docs are not convinced about jaundice. My wbc is lower than normal and the only symptoms of my illness is fluctuating fever in the range of normal - 101F | Hello and welcome to HCM, A history of fever and high bilirubin levels indicated hepatitis leading to jaundice. The further management will depend on which type of bilirubin is raised. There are two types of bilirubin- direct and indirect. They are increased in different disease processes. Direct bilirubin is increased in diseases of biliary tract e.g. obstruction of the biliary tract, damage to liver cells by infections, inflammations etc. Indirect bilirubin is raised in conditions where there is increased breakdown of RBCs. So, after determining which type is raised the further management can be planned. Consult your doctor for further relevant investigations and management. Thanks and take care. Dr Shailja P Wahal | |
Q. What is the time period to detect HIV in blood by using available test methods?
Hello doctor, What is the time period that HIV virus will be detected in blood by using available test methods? Please give minimum and maximum time period details. | Hi. HIV can be detected as early as four days of exposure by some tests. If negative conclusive results to suggest HIV negative is after three months of exposure. For more information consult a HIV AIDS specialist online --> | |
What causes dizziness while standing or lying own?
when lying down for a while, and then standing up suddenly, or vice versa... i get dizzy for a bit.. a feel strange in my chest, like there is a small pressure inside.. should i be concerned? and another thing.. I found out /saw that I was breathing very shallow .. and somewhere i've read it can cause high blood presure and all kind off bad side effect to the human body... i wonder does that have anything to do with it? | Hello, Thank you for trusting HCM.you might have postural hypotention, which will give symptoms like the one you have, its due to fast changes in your blood pressure and your heart is trying to compensate for those fast changes. its not dangerous per se but you have to be careful not to change posture so quickly you might lose your balance and fall down hit something that would be dangerous. So once you wake up take time setting at the edge of your bed before you stand up same for laying down. for more details and proper diagnosis please refer to a cardiologist. Dr Nazzal | |
Suggest remedy for fever and body aches
Hello ,Thank you for taking the time to read and answer my question. I got a fever yesterday accompanied by a sore throat and extremely painful back and body aches. I woke up today with bearable body aches and no sore throat until about 4pm. Nowy fever has returned but it is not accompanied with any other symptoms. Is this fine or avoid I go see a physician? Thankyou,Cindy B | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern and looking to the history given here I would say that this could be throat infection and this need to be treated with antibiotic and to rule out the possibility of infection clinical examination is must for the time being you can try Tab Acetaminophen 500 mg three times in day have a nice day. | |
My lip pigments are fading. Could it be an allergic reaction to lipstick ?
I m a 47 year old black woman and a couple of months ago, I noticed that my lip pigment is fading at the corners of my mouth. My derm gave me Locoid hydrocortisone cream to use for two weeks (just started yesterday) but didnt tell me what the cause might be or if it will continue. Is there anything I can do to get the pigment back and/or stop it from spreading? My top lip is slight darker than my face and the faded area no longer has a lip line and blends into my face. | Hi Welcome to Healthcaremagic Forum Vitiligo, if there is no other symptoms. An autoimmune illness, may begin as an allergic reaction and later propagates on its own. If you feel some thing in particular caused it (like sm lipstick brand) try to avoid it. You can take homeopathic medication for this condition, safely. Takecare. | |
Q. Is it normal to have bleeding in between periods?
Hello doctor, My fiancee has had a weird in-between period thing for about a week, and this just about a week ago. She had very slight bleeding for about a week with red to dark red to pink and sometimes brown. She had constant cramps for nine days during this as well. A week later her period is supposed to come on the 26th. She is fine and on birth control and tells me she feels good but her upper back has been hurting for the past four days and she is starting to get cramps on and off again. We had sex two days before her last period and I have a strong feeling that it is just the birth control doing this. I used a condom and made sure there were no holes. Before I finished I pulled out but the condom slipped off and it got stuck inside of her and she said nothing was coming out of her after this happened. Is birth control the cause of all of this? | Hello. Any type of hormonal contraception may cause irregular bleeding that can be unpredictable in nature. If a birth control method is changed or if pills are missed, unscheduled bleeding can also occur. All birth control methods can fail, even with perfect use and unusual bleeding can also be a sign of pregnancy. A home pregnancy test is a good idea to make sure this is not the case. Upper back pain an unusual side effect of birth control, but cramping may be normal if it is during a period. Cramping or pelvic pain in the setting of abnormal or irregular bleeding could be caused by many things including ovarian cysts, early or abnormal pregnancy, urinary tract infections, sexually transmitted infections or PID (pelvic inflammatory disease). She would need an exam and further testing in order to confirm the exact cause of her symptoms. | |
How can back pain be treated?
my four year old has complained of back pain for the last few days. Yesterday she got one have on her upper back, right in the middle. When it went away, her pain went away. This morning she is in tears and the hive is in the exact same spot with back pain again | Hives or Urticaria (red, raised, itchy skin rash) is caused by an allergen. Painful single hive over back may suggest an insect bite.Medications like Citrizine and Paracetamol may relive the pain.If not relieved, consult your doctor. | |
Can itching and stomach rashes be related to wound below right elbow with pus?
hi, I got a wound on below my right elbow a week ago , I am clearing the wound daily and applying soframycin cream on it today I suddenly started getting itching and skin rashes on my hand an stomach area are they related to my wound, I can see some pus as well in my wound | Dear patient thank k you for that question.Itchy rashes in your hands and stomach are most commonly due to allergy to medication.If there isnt any other medication you are taking it might be allergy to soframycin as itching and rashes are a well known side effect.apply fusilin instead. If there is still a lot of irritation apply fucicort for not more than 2 weeksHope this helped | |
What causes epileptic seizures effecting the spine?
my son had his third epeleptic seizure Oct 25th this yr. his lumbars burst shrapneling into his spine . 7 vertebrare total. do you know what kind of seizure this is called? He was just sitting in a parked vehicle. 7 hrs surgery . 7 vertebrae now fused together. he has no feeling in his legs. I am his Momma. i know nothing about seizures or medications possible to help him.He is 32 yrs old please send me information on what this type of seizure might be classified.He has no memory of the incident. woke up in hospital a week and a half later. Thank you for any help in this. God Bless always Crystal K Lawson | Hello,This sounds like a tonic seizure where the muscles tense up. It can be so severe as to cause the muscles to break bones.If there was a witness to the seizure, the information given would greatly help in classifying the seizure.The treatment of the epilepsy is key in preventing such seizures from recurring. This is an extended treatment course (years) before consideration of stopping medication can even begin.In my practice, I would refer you to a neurologist who can do a full neurological evaluation, start him on treatment and monitor the progress of the same.All the best and God bless you too.Dr. E. Kwasa | |
What causes frequent vomiting, with high temperature followed by nose bleed?
My baby (1yr) is suffering from what seems to be a Vomitting Bug with a temperature, he has just tried to be sick again but there is nothing left in him to come up, however, his nose has started to bleed too - could this just be down to the wretching? | Hi, Welcome to HCM. Can understand your concerns. Fever, vomiting followed by nose bleed is suggestive of food poisoning. Other causes could be upper respiratory tract infection. I suggest you to get the child examined by a pediatrician so that we may not miss important finding. If the child is feeling so sick then a admission may be required. I hope this will help you. Wishing your child good health. Take care. | |
Suggest treatment for viral infection
hi, my mother has been suffering from fever, nausea, stomach ache, and vomitting. She has a past record of rheumatid arthritis and recently diagnosed with TB. When consulted from local physician, he diagnosed it as viral infection. he has prescribed Omee-d, paracetamol, cefixime and alamin-m-forte. However, there has been no recovery from past 2 days. Can you please help ? | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forum Viral infection takes time to get cured. Usually it takes about a week time for relief. If not subsided/increase in symtoms go for a followup. All the best. | |
Treatment for teeth cavity
I need teeth abstracted and I have systemic mastocytosis. I have bad teeth with alot of cavities. I am 55 yrs. old. I am trying to go through medicade and medicare criteria to get this done. I am what seems to be a having a tooth ache. Seems that noone wants to deal with it, especially since I need to be hospitialized. | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The pain in the tooth could be because of the infection in the tooth, Consult a oral physician and get a radiograph done to rule out any infection. If tooth is infected then get the tooth restored with RCT or extraction. The restoration of teeth will not be requiring any hospitalization.I hope my answer will help you, take care. | |
How can allergic rhinitis be treated?
Hello i m allergic to cats. My boyfriend has a long haired cat an her hair is everywhere it use to be the runny nose ,red watery eyes an sneezing now its. I brake out in hives and I make sores on my arms an for arms I itch. So badly because it don t stop and I feel it in my face an at night I weese. Lightly. I can hear it and feel the riddle in my chest, I take zertec an flonaz but the don t help my arms ..what can I do??? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Those medication you have been taking only relief symptoms, it is not the cure. As you have cat allergies, the best way is not to be exposed to cat hair, so talk to your mate, make sure cat has it's own room,so you can have your clean space allergy free. Meantime continue Cetirizine and Fluticasone till symptoms relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Suggest treatment for sharp chest pain caused by an injury
i just got a very hard impact to my chest kidding around with a friend who's knee hit me hard, knocked my down and i had trouble breathing. now i have sharp pains with every deep breath but i can't breath that deeply at all. some swelling. should i go to the hospital? what else should i watch for ? | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. It would be advisable for you to get a chest x ray done. It is needed to rule out any rib fracture or lung contusion and x ray will help to see for it .Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
What causes loose motion in baby?
Hi my 6 month old is on nutramagin since she was 3mts old. Her stools have been slightly loose since, however since I started weaning her stools are very loose and she has really bad nappy rash. Prob due to veg and fruit. My question is should I change her milk and if so what will I change to?? | HiThanks for writing to health care magic.Diarrhea is usually viral and may last for 5 days.Give ors and zinc.you can change to lactose free formula like isomilWishing your child good healthRegardsDr Arun | |
What are my chances to conceive as I have PCOS and irregular periods?
I have been told that I have PCOS, I really want a baby, but since I dont have regular periods how do I do that? Please help | hii mam, I am Dr Soumen Patra and try to solve your problem. You are currently suffering from PCOS and trying for a baby. Lets start a detail discussion: A female gets her pregnancy if all underlying factors are favourable from both of partners like Patent Tube, Ovulation in Time, Anatomically Normal Uterus and Adequate Sperm count of Husband. If any of factors is abnormal,start to suffer from INFERTILITY. I think that you are currently under treatment of PCOS. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the main causes of infertility in women. It affects anywhere from 5-10% of women between the ages of 20 and 40 and associated with anovulation, making it the most common reproductive syndrome for women of this age group. GUIDELINE: what to do?? 1)Do a fresh semen analysis for husband to see any abnormality. if all thing nomal,then it is ok. 2) Now start treatment for ANOVULATION with consult of your gynaecologist. Option as follows: * Clomephene Citrate> 50mg/ day starting from D2 to D6 of cycle and ovulation is monitored with serial ultrasound. if response not satisfactory,100 mg/ day can be given. ** if above fail,combination of CC +hMG> patient advise to take Clomephene 50-100 mg/day from D2-D6 + inj hMG 75 unit IM on D3, D5 and D7 or more. ***if above fail, hMG + hCG can be given in amenorrhoeic low estrogen women. ****GnRH can be given alternative to hMG and ovulation rate 75-85% and pregnancy rate 25-30% ***PREDNISOLONE is also administered 5 mg at night + 2.5 mg every morning until spontaneous ovulation occurs. ** Hyperprolactinaemia is treated with BROMOCRIPTINE 1.25 mg @ bedtime daily for 7 days. *In PCOS women , if ovulation induction is failed with medical treatment,then "LAPAROSCOPIC OVARIAN DRILLING OF FOLLICLES with MONOPOLAR CAUTERY" gives stisfactory result. So dont be upset and I think this gives you a valuable information. All you need to do just consult your gynaecologist. All the best. | |
Lower back pain, difficulty in standing straight and feeling stiff. What should i do to ease the pain?
I have a lower back pain, it is centred around my tail-bone and hurts when I try to stand or move. It is very difficult to stand up straight and I feel very stiff. When I cough I get a sharp pain in the area around my tail-bone. What should I do to ease the pain? | you should go for some exercises and maintain appropriate posture to relieve your pain.leg raising exercises and isometrics will be beneficial for you.try to lie on your side always,keeping a pillow b/w your knees while sleeping,avoid lifting heavy weights. | |
Can wrinkled scrotum be treated?
I have been experiencing a tight, wrinkled scrotum in the morning. The skin relaxes a bit during the day but not nearly as much as some of the sacks I see in the locker room. I traveled to the tropics this January and developed a rash on my scrotum and surrounding skin on my legs. I treated it with a topical anti-fungal and it went away after about a month of treatment. I have also recently experienced my first failed attempt to achieve an erection (I had approximately 4 glasses of wine beforehand) and was wondering if the wrinkled scrotum and the failed erection are linked. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The scrotal skin has a peculiar mechanism that it will contract when the external temperature is low and relaxes when the temperature is high. It is normal thing and nothing to worry in it. So that it will shrunk in the morning and relaxes in the day time. Wrinkled scrotum has got no relation with erectile dysfunction. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What can i do to make my gum better?
i have a false tooth and underneath where the tooth and gum is there is a purply black sore spot that hurts ..looks like my gum is getting pushed away from.the tooth...veryy small area ans the only area like that...is this bad??? what can i do to make it better? | thanks for your query, i have gone through you question the purply black sore spot on the gums could be because of the melanin pigmentation or calculus (black in color) below the gums which s making the gums to appear like that...or the margin of the crown where the metal gets exposed below the gums can also appear like this...consult a oral physician and get examined completely....if required you need to get your teeth cleaned...or if the problem is with the crown you might have to replace the crown.. i hope my answer will help you.... | |
What causes abdominal pain?
my daughter is 11 and scince having her adernoids removed twice at the age of 6 she has put on quite a lot of weight (but healthy weight)..she is always bloated and complains of adominal pain quite alot..her poos are quite big to the point it hurts her.she goes on a daily basis because if she doesnt she is very uncomfotable..if checked at home to see if its agrovated by milk or bread and doesent seem to be this..i know she is going through puberty but there not period pains..please advise | dear parent if the defecation process hurts her despite that she doesn't have constipation and goes to the toilet daily this means that she doesn't drink enough fluids during the day and there is no adequate amounts of fiber in her dietmake sure she drinks at least 6 -8 cups of fluids daily including milk , water, juicesmake sure she has enough fiber in her diet such as bran , oats, vegetables and fruits ( especially oranges) | |
What causes a person to eat skin off toes, nails and scabs?
I know this is really gross but im not sure what to do about it. I know someone who eats skin off her toes,fingers and on the insides of her cheeks and lips, also eats nasal discharge, vaginal discharge, pubic hairs, blood and scabs,eyes crusts,finger nails, toe nails and hair. I think that about covers it. Is this serious or harmless? I want to know as much information as possible about why someone would do this? | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. I do not think these are the symptoms. There should be more to it. The bizarre behavior pattern is associated with Hebephrenia. A category of schizophrenia. A mental disorder which needs immediate psychiatric treatment.Please consult a psychiatrist immedietely for proper diagnosis and treatment.In case if you need more explanation in this regard, please post a direct query to me in this website. I am happy to explain.Hope this answers your concerns.Good luck. | |
What causes intense painful swelling around the neck and jaw after sleeping?
I am unable to sleep for more than an hour due to the fact that when i do I awake with an intense pain and what feels like swelling in the area where my neck and jaw meet on the left side. It also feels like I have a knot in there. I know we have lymph nodes and glands in our neck jaw area, but this is very pronounced and it is extremely painful to the touch. I had an abscess located in the gum and tooth line of my second lower molar on the left side of my face years ago, that caused that molar to rot away and break off at the gum line, with a small amount of the tooth still showing. Is it possible to have an infected lymph node or gland? | Hello,Yes, you need to get this checked out. You could have an enlarged lymph node or an abscess.In either case it needs evaluation with a physical exam and possibly some other testing. See a doctor as soon as possible.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Kathy Robinson | |
My hamstring has become tight after a back surgery, what can i do for this ?
i had back surgery 2 years ago and i ve had problems ever since with my right hamstring always being tight i had back surgery 2 years ago and i ve had problems ever since with my right hamstring always being tight the doctor that did the surgery cut out a bone spur from the right side of my hillyact crest. not only is my hamstring tight but my hip bothers me all the time.i am also losing the mobility in my right leg. it gives out on me all the time. i ve had mri since the surgery and also had doctors say that i have scar tissue wrapping base root nerves s-1 l-4 or l-5 cant remember please help the doctor i see has done nothing they all think that im a pill seeker i just want to get better | Thanks for the query Your MRI findings go hand in hand with the symptoms u r facing right now. I am sorry but not much can be done to releive the pain. U will have to see a good physiotherapist and also try ultra sound for pain. U can continue with the pain killers prescribed to u Have a healthy living | |
Why am I feeling discomfort on toe?
both big toes have a feeling on the top of them (where the little hairs grow out) and it feels fuzzy. like theres a fly or something there for a few seconds. i just had a full physical complete w bloodwork and i have been given a clean bill of health. causes? | Hi I did review your concernSuch a feeling could be due to loss of sensation or tingling sensation and it can be an early sign of nerve problemI would recommend being evaluated for diabetes mellitus, vitamin B12 and B6 deficiency and electroyte problems.I hope this helpsWish you all the best.Thank you for choosing healthcaremagic. | |
Will the frequent urination be due to masturbation?
Hi doctor I am suffering from frequent urination I don t have this before as I used to mastrubate thrice a weak but nw stated mastrubating once a day due to stress in exams also it habituated in holidays even.....was using toilet atleast 30 times a day. Was scared what the problem is??? Is this due to mastrubation??? Or any other else???.....I frequently using toilet had no pain and my urine is clear nd no abnormal smell. Plz give reply soon. | HelloThanks for query .Frequency for urination after masturbation is mostly due to inflammation of delicate mucous Membrane of Urethra due to rough ,vigorous shaking of penis by firm grip of hand .You need to take anti inflammatory medicine like Diclofenc along with urinary antiseptic Nitrofurantoin twice daily.Drinking more water will help to keep the urine dilute .Restrict and avoid masturbating frequently .This will help you in long term to avoid facing many sexual problems in future .Dr.Patil. | |
Suggest treatment for large patches of itchy hives all over the body of a child
10 year old daughter. Bad seasonal allergies (pollen). Our doctor suspicious of asthma. Has been using an inhaler for a little over a week. Also taking prescription Singulair and otc Claritin. Flonase, as well. Breathing and allergy symptoms have improved, but tonight has developed small to large patches of hives all over her body. Warm to touch and very itchy. To my knowledge, no exposure to poison ivy | Hello dear,Hives is like fire you should disguise quickly . I suggest:1.Dexamethasone 0.3-0.6 mg/kg intramuscular for 2-3 days2.Chloropiramine 0.1 ml/year intramuscular for 5 days3.Charcoal 1 tablet/10kg for absorption of allergens.4.Allegra 30 mg once daily for 5 days5.Hypoallergenic diet Hope I answered your query. Don't hesitate to ask us if you have more questions. I will happy to help you Wishing your baby speedy recovery | |
How to ease the swelling and pain in an injured wrist?
I was hit by a line drive on my wrist in softball out in the outfield two days ago. (3-21-14) It is very swollen where the ball had hit me and almost unbearable pain everytime I barley move my arm. There is also some bruising. I have elevated and iced. I was wondering what else I should do and if it could possibly be a fracture. | mostly a strong contusion that needs as u did rest,ice ,elevation.and the use of some anti inflammatory and anti bruising creams and gels. | |
What does my kidney scan mean?
I had an ultrasound that showed my right kidney contains a 12.5mm lesion superiorly with an irregular echogenic margin of uncertain nature/ abnormal appearance at upper pole right kidney. What might this mean? I am waiting for a CT scan which will obviously give a clearer picture. | HiThere can be multiple causes for such a appearance- focal infection in kidney, fat lump, changes due to stones, cyst in kidney or cancer in the kidney. Please wait for the CT scan which will give a clearer picture | |
What causes chronic cough?
i have been suffering on and off for 3 months a terrible ggging cough !! it feels like water running down right side of throat !! i have had a nasal spray anti acid tabs and i am now on antibiotics !!! i am still concerned it could be more serious ??? | Thanks for your question on HCM. In my opinion you should first consult pulmonologist and get done1. Chest x ray2. PFT ( Pulmonary Function Test ). Chronic cough not responding to antibiotics can be due to bronchitis. So we need to rule out this first. And PFT is needed not only to diagnose but also for knowing severity of bronchitis. And treatment is based on severity only. So PFT is necessary. Another possibility is chronic lung infection like TB or fungal infection. As routine antibiotics will not work on it.So chest x ray is needed to rule out these.So better to consult pulmonologist and discuss all these. | |
What is the treatment for a tumor in the liver?
My grand daughter had a 3# tumor removed in 2006. It was a germ cell teratoma, she had chemo for 3 months and has been seen by the doctors annually. This January after having the CT, it showed that there is a golf ball size tumor now on her liver. We are now waiting until March to re-evaluate the growth and receive the options. I know that there is little known of these type of tumors and would like (of course) get the best medical advise, decisions. Are there specialists that have studied this and could you recommend? Thank you for the concideration | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It is better to get a tissue diagnosis before starting the treatment. Do a USG guided biopsy for confirming the diagnosis. Most probably it would be a recurrence of previous tumor. You can consult pediatric oncologist for expert opinion. Wishing all the best. Thanks. | |
Insect bite, red line moving up from bump, not feverish? Epsom salts, suggested?
It appears my grandson may have an insect bite on his thigh. It is a small raised bump but the concern is the red line moving up from the bump. He is not feverish, nor does he feel sick. This incident occured about 4 hours ago. May I allow him to soak in a bath of Epsom salts? I have marked the area so that I may see if it gets any bigger... | Hi Welcome to Healthcare Magic Forum Looks like your grandson has developed a lesion of Vector dermatitis..also known as Paederus dermatitis.. Paederus dermatitis is a peculiar, irritant contact dermatitis characterized by a sudden onset of red lesions on exposed areas of the body. The disease is provoked by an insect belonging to the genus Paederus. You need to apply an antibiotic/steroid combination cream over the lesion (something like flutibact, fucibet) twice a day. Take oral antihistamine like levocetrizine once a day to decrease the swelling (Dosage according to age of the patient) Do not use any moisturizer or oil over the lesion Do not cover the affected area Wear cotton clothes Hope it helps Wishing your grandson speedy recovery Dr Geetika Paul | |
What causes pain in an elbow?
I have severe pain in my left inner elbow with what feels like a knot/swelling over the medial epicondyl. I am an RN, and have had what they thought was golfers elbow in the right elbow, with a steroid injection, with little relief. This is in my left. I am going to an Ortho hand Dr next Monday, but I am concerned if it could be fluid or a cyst, or just inflammation. | Hi,It may be golffer elbow, but to make exact diagnosis get xray of involved elbow done in AP and ly view and send me the report.For differentiating swelling or cyst you need to have physical examination by orthopedic surgeon as without examination nothing can be said.You may upload the picture if you can, I will help you definitely by seeing picture of elbow.Till then have tab.aceclofenac100mg +serratiopeptidase15mg thrice a day by prescription.Thanks,Dr.CHANDER MOHAN SINGH | |
Suggest cure for stomach pain and fever
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... My 2 year old is having high fever and phlegm from the christmas party. He didn t Hv his dinner and he is complaining of a pain on the right side of his stomach. What can I do to relieve him of his pain? We just gave the rectum insert for his fever. | Hi Dear,Understanding your concern. As per your query your child have fever and stomach pain which seems to be due to acute gastroenteritis. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to take acetaminophen for fever in dosage of 15mg/kg. You should take proper rest. You should take plenty of fluids to rehydrate. You should do tepid sponging as well. Visit general physician once and get it examined. You should get blood tests done to find out underlying cause of fever whether bacterial or viral and start treatment accordingly. You can take paracetamol along with antacids/ proton pump inhibitors. Avoid taking cold carbonated beverages and hot and spicy food. Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari | |
What causes fever and watery stools in a one year old?
my 1 year 10 months old girl having motions they were watery before 3 days. After medicine (enflor sachte , cecoler, zin-cat) now motion are sticky. she have fever also and she becomes very week. she is dont like ors. she is eating every thing meat, fruits, ice cream, juices by force. plz help me | Hi read ur question Ur baby had losses stool with fever and she is give right medicine Every children hates ORS It is not that teast that they like it U have to give her ORS 2 to 3 spoon on every 15 to 20 min which will maintain fluid level i n ur baby Cause of fever and losse stool may be intestinal infection On age of 1 yr and 10 month baby Every child is given food foece fully They are not ask for food It's common problem to every parents So not to worry and give her food as she like | |
Will Cocor 2.5mg be safe to control high BP of around 90/133?
hi i am diabetic, last week i was stressed my BP rose upto 100/140 then it was fince the next 2 days with BP reading as 80/120 . again i went thru stress and my bp got slightly elevated to 90/133. so the doctor advise me to take concor cor 2.5 mg. for 10 days. is it ok to take it? | hello,I have gone through your query.your fluctuating BP is related to stress,actually you may not have frank hypertension.since you are diabetic you need tight control of pressure ,keep it below 140/90.preferably below 130/80.concor is beta blocker and anxiolytic too.low dose 2.5 mg will help you.but you should measure BP regularly and keep in contact with your doctor for its continuity.please maintain good control of diabetes too.yoga and meditation will help to control anxiety.My best wishesDr.Rajesh Teli,MD | |
My sons belly button has disappeared or closed, what caused that ?
My son has colon and liver cancer and his belly button has disappeared or closed, what caused that? | Hello Welcome to healthcare magic. The belly button or umbilicus flattens or disappears when the abdomen is overstretched or distended due to any mass or fluid collection inside.In cancer it could be the tumour itself or the complications causing fluid collection in abdomen.It's reversible but depends on the patients condition . Hope I have answered your query. Thanks | |
What causes an infected cyst in the underarm?
I've just had a painful cyst removed from under my arm the doctor has sent swabs and the capsule for testing, i thought it wasnt too big, id only had it a week, but according to my doctor it was infected and very deep,:what are the possible diagnosis for this problem? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I have gone through your query regarding Infected sebaceous cyst. Sebaceous cysts are common non cancerous cysts of the skin. Common tests used for a sebaceous cyst include:● Physical examination● Medical history● CT scans, helps to find the best route for surgery and to spot abnormalities● ultrasounds, which identify the contents of the cyst● punch biopsy, which involves removal of a small amount of tissue from the cyst to be examined in a laboratory for signs of cancer A sebaceous cyst is treated by draining it or by surgically removing it. Normally, cysts are removed. This isn’t because they’re dangerous but rather for cosmetic reasons. Since most cysts aren’t harmful to your health, you can choose the treatment option that works for you. It’s important to remember that without surgical removal, your cyst will usually come back. The best treatment is to ensure complete removal through surgery. Some people do decide against surgery, however, because it can cause scarring. One of these methods are followed for cyst removal:1. Conventional wide excision, which completely removes a cyst but can leave a long scar.2. Minimal excision, which causes minimal scarring but carries a risk that the cyst will return.3. Laser with punch biopsy excision, which uses a laser to make a small hole to drain the cyst of its contents After your cyst is removed, you can use antibiotic ointment to prevent infection. You should use this until the healing process is complete. You can also use a scar cream to reduce the appearance of any surgical scars. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Could brown discharge and milky white urine be associated to gallstones?
Last Saturday night I was rushed to the ER for the 3rd time and was diagnosed with gallstones. I am a diabetic and my diabetes has been out of control due to a horrible diet... The following day I drastically changed my diet. No fried foods, no fatty foods I m only eating Fresh fruits and vegetables I ve lost 10 pounds this week. I believe I m pre-menopausal I m 47 I m having horrible periods that stop and start with blood clots and lots of pain. Today I m having another period but it s brown with a foul order and my urine is milky white what could this be caused by the gallstones? | Hi there,Thanks for posting in HCM.No, brown discharge and milky white urine are not due to gallstones.Gallstones usually remain without symptoms. When they cause symptoms, the symptoms are usually abdominal pain, fever and jaundice.Milky white urine could be due to urinary infection.Brown discharge again could be due to local infection.I hope that answers your question.Regards. | |
What causes urine to be concentrated yellow and diagnosed with lupus?
I wasdiagnosed with lupus (sle) 2 years ago. Just lately i have been so tired, slightly confused and forgetful. For the las couple of weeks my first morning urine is really really concentrated yellow. This isbefore eat or drink anything. I take 2 X 300ml glass of water to be and usually drink at least 1 glass during the night! | Good evening mam. Well first the amount of water you are drinking is quite less. You need at least 1.5-2 Litres of water daily to maintain the adequate hydration. As for the tired and forgetful part, you need to consult your rheumatologist once. These symptoms are common in Lupus and should be evaluated. Hope the information was useful | |
Diagnosed with stone in left kidney. Drinking lots of water. Any treatment with immediate result?
i am a 18 years old boy..i got selected for NDA nd in those medicals i came to knw about a 4 mm stone in upper pole of left kidney non obstructive.when i came home i got aal the tests done nd found out in CT scan that the stone is originally 2.6mm large in upper pole of left kidney..since i have got a temperory rejection.and i have more 20 days to report again i m drinking excess water and want to know that how can i make this stone pass immediately.?? | HiThanks for the qyuery.Unfortunately there is no sure shot medical therapy for the stone to pass out immediately.Continue drinking plenty of fluids even at night time. This may help the natural passage of the stone and prevent recurrence.You can also see a urosurgeon who can advice you if any surgical intervention might be helpful.Hope this helps.Good luck. | |
Does alerid help to treat dry cough?
Hi, This is regarding my daughter who is 2 years and 7 months. Since yesterday she is suffering from dry cough and the intensity has increased now, In the past, she was prescribed Alerid 5ml, 2 mm twice daily for 4 days. We are under the dilemma whethet to administer the same dosage since we are unable to contact her paediatrician. Looking forward to your valuable input. | Hi, Alerid Syrup is used mainly for allergic cough. Since, now there is occuring a climate change so i don't think that it will be allergic cough. I suggest you to give Syrup Chericof 5 ml three times a day for 3 days. If fever or throat pain is also present than the child will require antibiotics. Hope I have answered your question, if you have any further questions i will be happy to help. Wishing your child good health. | |
Do combutol 1000 and levoflox 750 cause joint pains?
sir i m sufring from gland tuberculasis .i m 35 year old .waight 84 kg.after 4 mounth i have pain in my toe ,and now a days the pain in my finger joint and body joint .i want 2 know is this by medicine or other reaison.i use medicine ,combutol 1000 and levoflax 750 in od doses. | Hi,Suggestive of side effects of levoflox-750. Based on the history you seem to be suffering from side effects of the antibiotic levoflox. I advise you to stop taking levoflox and consult your doctor for an alternate effective but a safer antibiotic to treat tuberculosis along with combutol-1000.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest medications for raised rash
raised rash all over trunk initially then it started legs neck and head , went to Dr and was prescribed cipro and clindamycin along with a steroid pack. also taking anti seizure meds for epilepsy. could the combination of drugs be causing the rash to become worse instead of healing? This has been going on for one week. | Hi, I have gone through your complaints and rash is a very common side effect of anti epilepsy medicines. You need to consult a doctor and get it changed. Otherwise the rash will persist. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Will the stent be removed on its own?
Right upper ureter 5.5mm stone. stent placed 3wks ago. Can this stone pass on its own or should I have eswl done? Affraid of side effects or damage such as high blood pressure or diabetes. I am 57 and both run in my family. Can the stent be removed and try to pass on my own? | HelloThanks for query .You have been detected to have obstructive uropathy due to 5.5 mm sized stone in your Rt upper ureter and D.J stent has been placed in the ureter ..The main aim of putting the stent is to restore the flow of urine from kidney to bladder and to save the kidney from damage due to back pressure changes caused by impacted stone ,This stent also causes passive dilatation of ureter and in most of the cases help to pass the stone down spontaneously .The stent has to be removed after one month after doing Ultrasound Scanning of Abdomen and locating the site of the stone .In case (if required) the stone can be delivered out by endoscopic procedure URS which is very simple as the ureter is widely dilated .Dr.Patil. | |
What causes severe pain in the lower abdomen?
"My lower right stomach hurt rather badly last night, didn't hurt that much except when I walked, coughed, and pressed on it. I feel like I am going to puke and have a couple of times last night. My temperature is 99.5" - My Son who is 13, and weighs about 130 lbs. He has had two operations, one when he was 8 months for a double hernia, and one in March for a tonsillectiomy/adnoidectomy. | Hi! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.If I were your doctor, after a general physical examination and a routine blood test like a CBC, and a urine routine/microscopic test, I might refer your son to a general surgeon to rule out appendicitis and if confirmed, for further management.I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your son's problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. I wish you an early recovery. Dr Shareef. | |
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. I do not have a family history of colon cancer. I got blood tests done last night. Please find my reports attached. | 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 --> | |
Why am I not able to conceive ?
am a 19 year old female,am trying to get pregnant but its not happening.what should i do? | Hello Thanks for query Both of you should get investigated to find the exact cause ,there can be plenty of reason for infertility.So consult gynec along withh all report or post all your report for further comment. Hope I have answered your question well to your satisfaction. Wish you speedy complete recovery at the earliest. | |
What could compression of nerve root in MRI report suggest
I have had a MRI scan and I have compression of the nerve root exit and also my spinal cord,I haven t been told what the actual condition is called,just been told it is very serious and can lead to paralysis,would there be any insight to what this could be or can I only find out from my specialist next time I see them? | Well it would have been better if there was some indication of the reason for that compression. One of the most common causes, probably also your case, is a herniated disc, meaning that the discs which reside between your vertebrae due to degenerative changes of the vertebral column can dislodge and compress the neighboring nerve roots and the spinal cord and it probably will require surgery.However since you have not been given any more details, I don't know whether this is your case, because there might also be other rarer causes like fractures, tumor, infection etc. Since it's compressing the spinal cord it's probable you'll need surgery though. | |
Is Sitcom advisable for fissures while on Evacure and Duphaston?
Hi,I am undergoing an infertility treatment.My hsg is normalMy doctor has prescribed me evacure for 1month and duphaston for 10days from 17 MarchMy lmp- 2 marchI have constipation n had fissure last monthThis month also I got constipation one day it was painful n little blood was there with stool. Last month doctor prescribed me sitcom tablet with evacure. What should I do now? Can I have sitcom for 7 days for fissure along with evacure and duphaston? | Hi, I think you can take that, but when you get pregnant, stop the tablet. You can do changes in your diet. Take lot of water and fruits and vegetables. Take a glass of milk at night with isabgula husk. You can take some stool softeners also. Take sitz bath 2 times per day. Hope it helps. | |
Suggest treatment for numbness,lower back pain & arthritis
my husband is recently experiencing numbness in his lower back which appears to be brought on by exercise or standing for periods of time, this is a fairly new symptom within the last week, he does suffer from arthritis and degenerative disc disease and does see a chiropractor a couple times of month, any insight into this would be most appreciated, thanks | Hello, Thanks for your query.It seems you are suffering from degenerative disc disease & it occurs due to repetitive overload or stress to the disc & it increases the risk of disc herniation & spinal canal stenosis.The main treatment of such pain is bed rest along with pain killers and muscle relaxants. Muscle relaxants can help with your symptoms if used in appropriate dosage in combination with a potent analgesic.You can get the appropriate drugs prescribed from your Orthopedician after examination.Meanwhile you can follow these measures:- If the pain is severe, you need bed rest till the pain resolves. - Get some analgesics prescribed and apply analgesic spray or ointments.- While resting, keep a pillow under your knees if it doesn't bother you.- Avoid lifting heavy objects.- Back strengthening exercises and stretching exercises daily as advised by a Physiotherapist.- Avoid exercises in times of pain. - Improvise your posture while sitting.- Using an LS contour belt of appropriate size might be helpful in providing support to back muscles.Also, maintain a proper posture while working, sitting and standing. Keep your back straight. Physiotherapy plays a major role in treating such conditions.I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.Take care | |
Suggest remedy for a painful lump
hi my son banged his lower right side onto some concrete steps about 6 weeks ago, there was alot of bruising for a couple of weeks and then it went. the bruising has now re-apeared with a lump at the back of it and he says it is very painful. what is it. | welcome to Health care magic.1.It seems like there is an infection in the same site due to bad healing / re infection.2.In this case you need to see your doctor - a small incision and drainage of the infected pus and cleaning the wound with antiseptic liquids will help in healing.3.mean wile you can give hime some pain killer medication.4.Maintain local hygiene inorder to avoid re-infection.Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health.Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you. | |
What could swelling of fingers and redness on them?
hi im in my 30s and recently my middle, ring, and pinkie finger on my left hand have been swelling and turning red and having a burning sensation it feels as if my fingers are going to explode. I have recently been diagnosed with thyroid and have been put on Levothyroxinel. why do i feel this burning sensation lately? | HIGreetings from Dr.Divakara.PThanks for posting your query. It may be due to arthritis of the finger joints or infection of the whole fingers . You require a proper medical attention as this problem requires Antibiotics and certain tests like Complete blood count , Serum Uric Acid and X ray. I advise you consult an Orthopedician and get treated fast , else it may spread and cause complications . Hope you find this information useful. Any clarification feel free to ask. Regards. | |
Q. Why am I getting low back pain after C-section?
Hi doctor, I am a 31 year old woman. I had a C-section before 8 years. Occasionally since then, I am having light to medium pain in the lower back. In the last few months, the pain has increased and is regular now. Especially, in the lower back on the both sides of center bone. I can localize the points where the pain is in the region. In the last few weeks, the neck region between both the shoulders also paining. I have pain in both knees and backside muscles. Some itching or irritation type of pain happens throughout the day. It becomes worse at night. These problems get worse during periods. Currently, I am using copper-T. This also gives abdomen pain. I had an x-ray of knee and it was normal. I do not have high BP, sugar and cholesterol. My Hb is 13.5. Please help. | Hi. Revert back with the answer to the above question to an internal medicine physician online --> | |
How can I increase my sperm count?
Dear sir, myself amit, facing a problem in my sperm count, which is 22 million/ml and active motality is 30 %, due to that i am facing a problem to getting a child.pls suggest me can i use NEO tablet or pls suggest me any other medicine for that.I will be very grateful to you. | Sperm count more than 15 is OK, so you have normal count. Active motility more than 25% is OK. We need to know other parameters of semen analysis. We need to know if anything is abnormal then what is the reason for abnormality, so that we can treat that cause of abnormal semen. Please read the link- | |
How can a twisted ankle that hurts and gets tender be treated?
HELLO... I M 30 YEARS OLD AND ABOUT 12 YEARS AGO I TWISTED MY ANKLE AND I THINK I TWISTED IT COUPLE MORE TIMES IN THE SAME YEAR. I NEVER REALLY TREADED IT, AS I SHOULD OF, ICE, REST ETC AS I NEVER KNEW BETTER. SOME TIME AFTER IM ANKLE STARTS TO HURT, HURTS MORE IN THE COLD AND WHEN ITS HOT BUT NOT ALL THE TIME. IT ALSO FEELS TENDER AT TIMES IT CLICKS AND THE MOVEMENT ISN T AS GOOD AND FAST AS MY GOOD ANKLE. WHAT COULD IT BE? | Hello,It may be due to fracture or ligament tear. For further assessment you may require MRI after orthopedician consultation. For pain you can take tablet acetaminophen. Restrict your movements. Use support while walking. You may require surgical intervention after consultation in case of fracture or tearHope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr Shyam Kale Family and general physician | |
Can gallstones alter platelet count?
Hi my dad went to the door with stomach pain. Higher up in the stomach. They ran blood work and there was an issue with the platelets. Dr said he thinks he has cancer. They did ultrasound and learned he had gallstones. Would gallstones cause the platelets issue. Would the platelet issue look the same for gallbladder as it would for cancer? | Hello,As of now, no known relation between gallstone diseases and platelets counts established. Sometimes, due to severe infection in gallbladder, platelets may go down.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. B.dinesh | |
Suggest remedy for a heart disease
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...sir my brother age 40 yr, hart 2vens are block 80% and 1full block in engiografi test.is their air presher sistam in your hospital which can open my hart blocks ?request answer my quary.my mail id YYYY@YYYY | Hi ThereAfter going through your query I understand your concern.I would like to tell you that blockage of more than 80% in two arteries needs to opened before any further complications. There are only two methods to open blocked arteries angioplasty or bypass surgery depending upon the type of lesions.It's recommended for you to consult a cardiologist and get a treatment done otherwise can cause a heart attack or sudden cardiac death.Hope this will helpKind Regards | |
How to treat acne and acne spots on the face?
Hello doc, I have a problem in my skin from past 5 years, i have tried many ways to defaet the acne and to have beautiful skin but the problem is increasing day by day acne print (spots) is leaving on my face to 5 or 6 months, i have used many products on my face but it doesn’t work. Please help me i am really in bad situations | Hello! Welcome to HealthcareMagic! Beautiful skin built the confidence I can understand your concern. For acne prone skin I usually suggest my patients daily care routine of cleanser toner and moisturizer along with the required treatment of any infection which causes acne worse. By taking healthy diet with more fruits and veggies and avoiding stimulants oily junk foods it can be prevented. Good sleep maintain hormones. Touching squeezing and rubbing make the acne spots worse. Consult your dermatologist for the treatment of any pus and infection in your skin. Thank you for contacting us. Hope this clarifies your concerns. Take care Regards, Dr. sd Javeriya, Homeopath | |
Is there any other option for correcting nasal bone?
Hi...sir...Today I met a ENT doctor..as I was suffering from dust allergy and itchy nose..and my eyes are getting dry and itchy if I sit infront of my computer...and the doctor told me that he absorves a slight bent in nasal bone and may have to go for surgery in needed...which I dont want....pls suggest on this..... | Hello, Surgery is the best and definite method for your problem (a condition called deviated nasal septum). If you are not comfortable with the surgery, you can opt for conservative measures like antihistamines and saline nasal drops which will provide symptomatic relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Trying to conceive. Signs of PCOS. Semen analysis shows less motility and few dead sperms. Any medication?
Dear Doctor, i am female 28yrs, me and my husband are desperately trying for a baby for last 9 months , we will be going to celebrate our 3rd anniversary this July. I consulted a gynaecologist after examination i come to know that i have sign of pcos my height is 5.2 and weight was 58kg in feb after exercise and healthy fat free diet now i am 53kg. Doctor prescribed me clomifene , Acetylcysteine tablets with Astaxanthin for one month and asked my husband to do Semen analysis his reports shows the following results: Volume : 3.0ml viscosity: Normal sperm count : 120,000,000ml viability :70% Motility after 1 hr Active motility : 40% sluggish motility : 30% dead sperm : 30% Motility after 2hrs active : 30% sluggish : 30% dead sperm:40% Microscopic exam: Agglutination : +2 RBC : 1-2 WBC : 1-2 Epithelial cells: nil immature germ cell : - parasites : nil spermatogenic cells : 1-3 abnormal forms : 20 % i am on my 11th day of periods as my ovulation days are near kindly suggest me what to do as i want to conceive in this two months , plz do prescribe any medicines if my husband require.we are currently in middle east. Thanking you in anticipation. | Hi If your periods are regular then you must be ovulating in 14 days prior to your next menses. That means if you expect your menses on 30th of a particular month then you will be ovulating on 16th of that month. Your ovum must be viable for atleast 24 to 72 hrs. So during this period you can do serial trans vaginal ultra sound to monitor ovum release and its maturation. Your husband' s semen analysis report is relatively normal. Both of you now dont need any medicines. You need perfect relaxation, rest, nutritious food and keep your mind out of tension. Having sex at the time of ovulation and upto 3 days after ovulation is very important... Wish you both all the best.. Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Surgical Oncologist mdibrahimdr@yahoo.co.in | |
Q. Is HIV test a fasting or non-fasting test?
Dear doctor,Which is the primary blood test for HIV? Is it fasting or nonfasting? I want to get tested for a routine checkup. | Hello. The recommended primary test for HIV detection is the fourth generation HIV rapid test. You need not be fasting for this test. If there is a recent exposure and the test result comes negative, a confirmatory test needs to be done at three months of last exposure. Please revert if you require any further information. Best wishes. For more information consult an HIV AIDS specialist online --> | |
Suggest remedy for persistent cough
My son has had a resistant cough for months. They r/o reflux. They gave him an inhaler & allergy meds. They did a chest X-ray which was negative. It is interrupting his sleep & affecting his family life. Any suggestions as to what next steps to take would be appreciated. Thank you. | Hi since they are relating it to reflux, he must exercise, lose weight if he needs to. Also eat small meals and avoid onions, garlic, fizzy drinks, coffee, smoking, too hot or spicy. All these cause reflux.Regular breathing exercises and inhalation with Vicks/Eucalyptus oil will also help--regards | |
Suggest treatment for emotional trauma in a child
My middle child son ,had an emotional trauma when he was 4 he was kissed by a girl in preschool I front of the boys and freaked out also he has all brothers and has always felt infearior turned to commedian to hide this anyways now he has a true girl that loves him but he can t get past emotion to commit to her , how can I help ? | DearWelcome to HCMWe understand your concernsI went through your details. These are development based behavior issues. What is his age now? The given incidents alone seldom trigger the inferiority complex or emotional trauma. There could be something else which determined his behavior disorder, if there is one. The approach by others in the class and parents and teachers might have decided the issue. Even though, the child is capable enough to overcome the trauma because of his own developmental stage. Just motivation and appreciation was needed. There could be some faulty handling of the issue.In any case, I would advise you to consult a child psychologist to know exactly the reason and for further behavioral therapy. Therapy will be according to his age. You have not mentioned his age now and therefore you should consult a psychologist.If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. Make sure that you include every minute detail possible. Hope this answers your query. Further clarifications are welcome.Good luck. Take care. | |
What causes involuntary movement of the lips?
This is going to sound..odd. Last night my upper lip (including septum) began to feel as though it was...moving, bubbling, undulating slightly, without rhyme or reason. It s still doing it now, I looked in the mirror and the upper lip was, very slightly, but visibly, moving. Just wondering why this d be? | Based on the symptoms, we need to exclude partial (focal) seizures. If possible, upload a video. Further investigations would involve brain scan and EEG. | |
How can acute back pain be treated?
Sir, I'm 25 years old and 2 months back I had a laparotomy for removal of ovarian cyst. Almost 2 weeks after the surgery I started to get a piercing pain in the back at one particular point that is on the right side near to the backbone at the height of my elbows.I cannot tolerate even a mild strain. I've never had this before the surgery. Hope you will help to know my problem better and to find a cure. | Thank you for the question. This is lumar region pain for which avoid bending and lifting heavy objects, lie on firm matress and do back muscle strengthening exercises under a physiotherapist. take a short course of Voveran 50mg BD for 5 days. it will help. | |
Extreme hardness on back and head, with breathing problem, have heme toma . Solution?
I fell extremly hard on my back and head 5 days ago went to er and got checked out. No scans cause doc thought i was ok. Baseball size heme toma. Im on disability for mostly low back problems. My bak did nt hurt that bad after fall..worse and worse till today upper right side of back winding and undrex breast . breathing issues | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The symptoms that you are having are likely to be due to soft tissue injuries. Most of the times mild pain killers and regular hot fomentation in the area helps in taking care of the symptoms. If there are any memory lapses or persistent headache then do get a scan done. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal drtayal72@gmail.com | |
What is the treatment for productive cough?
Dear Doctor,My bhanja is 7 years old. He had developed productive cough but he can't out his sputum. Sometimes headache. After that he is treated with clavam ( Amoxycillin + Clavulanic Acid) Now, Hi is better than earlier but his report shows ESR = 25 What may be the differnetial diagnosis? Please help me. | Ho...by what you quote I feel that he might have been having sinusitis and this has gotten better with the appropriate antibiotics. But this sinusitis is known to have recurrences and I suggest you get back to your paediatrician if the same symptoms recur again.regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Pain and swelling in the gums. Blister at the site of molar extraction. Is it an abscess which can be cured by peroxide gargle?
Pain, swollen gums and feels like a blister in space where right bottom molar was (extracted 9 years ago). The molar above has dropped down into the open space since then, but with the swelling below it prevents me from closing my jaw completely due to pain. Never has wisdom teeth form except for top right one and its impacted and still intact (also no issues or pain with this). There is no tooth on the bottom to cause this. The blister is on the inside of the gum and the tongue moving causes discomfort. No pain on top and it is difficult to eat. Is it more likely an abscess or something that could be resolved with a peroxide gargle/rinse? | Hello and welcome, Usually after extracting any tooth,it has to be replaced with artificial teeth to prevent drifting of adjacent/opposing teeth. The opponent upper molar has supra-erupted due to this. Please get a scaling done. Cureetage and drainage of abscess if present has to be done. Also check for adjacent teeth which are decayed/periodontally compromised. oNce the swelling subsides,get the missing teeth replaced. Hope this helps. | |
Does kidney stone cause bleeding from penis or is it STD?
my boy friend is having bleeding problems from his penis.sunday night while sitting atthe table he had a pain shoot from his kidney down when he got up to go pee he was drippig blood from penis and could not pee because it hurt that bad.i took him to the hospital they said he has a std and thats what they are treating him for,thats not whats wrong,he had kidney stones a couple months ago,last night when he went pee he passed a long worm like in shape blood clot.can you help me? | helloThanks for query .With previous history of kidney stone disease Bleeding from penis associated with severe pain in urethra is due to impacted stone in urethra stone rubbing against the delicate urethral mucosa to cause bleeding and not due to STD .This has been confirmed itself by passing a stone in urine next day morning .Ask him to take antibiotics for couple of days .Ensure he drinks more water .Dr.Patil. | |
Q. My baby is fussy while passing stool. Is it due to anal fissure?
Hello doctor, I saw a red color wound inside the anus of my 3 month old baby. He is fussy while passing stool. Is it anal fissure? Do we need to consult our pediatrician immediately? I am expecting your valuable advice. Thanks in advance. | Hello. Yes, it can be anal fissures. Also, you can look for a skin tag around perianal area, which occurs in anal fissure. Does the child have constipation or tight stools? Because, if it is an anal fissure, then we will have to see the cause of hard stools as the difficulty to pass stool can cause fissures. He should also be checked for hypothyroidism. Is there any blood in stools? Most likely, it is anal fissure. The rest all can be said on examination for which you should see a pediatrician. For further doubts consult a paediatrician online --> | |
Suffering from severe hairfall
sir,i am suffering from severe hairfall since last 1 year...i have lost almost 70% hair on my crown and vertex area ..the scalp is cleary visible now on the top...please suggest me how to solve this problem ..i m just 22 yrs old...can i use finastride without side effects??.. | HIWell come to HCMIf you are male person then this may be Male-Patron-Baldness and this can be treated with Minoxidile 5% lotion you need to continue this treatment for long time, some how this may not give promising result but for the time being this can prevent the hair fall, but can not cure this, take care. | |
Suggest remedy for high blood glucose levels
I just tested my blood glucose level is 228, I've never seen it this high, should I be concerned. I am not on medicines or insulin. Recently diagnosed w type 2 D, with a 6.5/140 testing. It has been controlled by diet. I am vegetarian, no sugars or overlyprocessed grains, but vegetarians do eat more carbs -though complex. I did overeat a bit, 2 hours ago, sprouted grain corn tortillas with lentils and plain yogurt, usually don't have the tortillas. Also it's late, I've less sleep from work on avg. More anxious. I usually experience fast falls in glucose 2 hours after eating, into the 70 and 80 range. | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicDiabetes can progress, though the progression is normally slow. Persons can move from control with diet to needing more and more medications.The reading that you quoted is high. You should consider a 4 or 5 day profile where you note everything that you eat or drink and check your blood sugar at different points during the day to see the response to different foods and to check your overall control.If the readings are persistently elevated,then you may need to start medication.I hope this helps | |
What causes numbness in the arms?
Why has my right arm been falling asleep for the past 2 months. I ha e a 22 month old that is 30 pounds and I lift him and hold him with that arm. I was pregnant and miscarried 4 weeks ago. I am also over weight and was told a year ago my cholesterol was up but not enough for meds. It happens from mostly my elbow down but I do feel it in my upper arm a little. Mostly at night when I curl my arm under me. Tonight it started when I sat down for the first time leaning to the right and curling my arm. It is hard to get it to completely go away and it is partially numb now curling my arm to type this. I am nervous. There is a possibility I am pregnant again as my doctorsaid it was ok. I have Read about pregnancy induced carpal tunnel syndrome or could it be something worse? Thank you. | Hi, have read your query & understand your concern. Tingling , weakness & pain in fingers are the symptoms of carpel tunnel syndrome. Aggravation of symptoms on movements like .. lifting child / curling the hand back while sleeping ) suggest that,the numbness in your right arm, seems to be due to nerve compression at neck ( cervical rib )/ spinal level ( cervical spondylosis.) You need to consult a orthopedic doctor to specify the site of pressure by physical examination & investigations like MRI/ CT scan( as per need.) followed by specific treatment.(medicines/ physiotherapy/ surgery in few cases ) Thanks. | |
What can be done to cure holes on my skin caused due to acne and pimples ?
hello sir, i have little holes on my cheeks due to acne and pimples . so what can i do to get rid from that.write now im taking homeopathick medicine plz kindly suggest me . | hi welcome to hcm.there are some home made medicine like1) cucumber + lemon juice which combine lighten the face marks. 2)sandalwood +gram powder in water and apply on face for 1 hrly. 3)gen tally massage with olive or almond oil. 4)rubbing face with lemon juice. also you continue homoeopathy which give you good result for your acne.our preparation like echinesia Q 10 drops in some water which is good blood purifier.avoid spicy food plus drink plenty of fluid. thanks dr.dhara dhara.shah84@yahoo.in | |
Suggest remedy for hair loss
my age is 25 (female), from Bangladesh. For the last few months I am suffering from hair loss problem. I am very frustrated regarding this. From my childhood I never had voluminous hair but the increased loss rate is making me concern.I understand hairfall is normal and it happens to every one. I also had a normal hairfall rate previously but the much increased rate is causing fear in my mind. My hair type is dry, rough but its little oily at scalp.I am not under any medication, have not suffered from any diseases recently. plus, I am not going through any psychological turmoil as i am a happy member of a happy family. although my diet is not perfect but I am having my food regulary at home and it consists of vegetable, chicken rice and seasonal fruits.I am living a normal student's life, I stay busy with my studies, stay little worried regarding exams and I commute in dusty, smoky roads of Dhaka.Last year from May till October i had suffered from the same problem and this year it has again started. It reduced at the end of the year but it never really stopped.I feel my lossed hair is not growing back and I can see its thinning above my forehead.I have made web research regarding hairloss and I have learn that there can be many hormonal reasons behind that, so now whats the solution? What do I do? How would I know what has happened? its essential that I know the reason first before diagnosing the problem. | Hello, I suggest you use minoxidil 5% solution, 1ml, twice daily. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Kakkar S., Dermatologist | |
Q. Can Yasmin birth control pill be used as an emergency contraceptive pill?
Hello doctor, My fiancee and I had unprotected sex a few days back, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Just to be on the safer side, we wanted to use the emergency contraceptive pill. But due to some restriction in the country where we live, Plan B or emergency contraceptive pills are not available. I read that Yasmin, which is used as a regular contraceptive pill can be used as an emergency contraceptive pill at a higher dosage. Can Yasmin be used as an emergency contraceptive pill? And at what dosage? | Hi. How are you doing? Yes, as you have heard, Yasmin can be used as an emergency pill. Even if you have not ejaculated into her, she stands a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in contact with her genitals. As soon as possible, earlier the better, I suggest taking four tablets of Yasmin (combination of Ethinyl Estradiol and Drospirenone) at the time, repeat four more tablets after 12 hours. This being a high dose of hormones, it will suddenly increase the inner lining of the uterus. Then as it is a single dose, the inner lining will fall off. This makes it unfavorable for the possible embryo or baby to settle into the uterus. She will get her periods within 7 to 10 days of the last pill. But do not keep repeating this frequently, it can disturb the hormonal balance and can reduce the effectiveness of the pill. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and start taking the medicines after their consent. This is an old method, but it is an effective emergency method. Just do not delay the pills. As time passes by, the effectiveness reduces. Hope I have clarified your query, do write back. All the best. For further queries consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
What are the black crusts on the head of a month old baby?
My 4wk old baby boy has tiny black specs on his head you can barely see them. If you scratch on it sometimes it will come off but they are usually really hard to get off. I use a brush when I wash his head and sometimes the more rough side of the baby wash clothes to make sure it s clean but they are still there. Sometimes I find them on his neck and today there are two or three on his cheek. | Hi.... by what you quote I think that your kid is having scalp seborrhea. This could be because of a mild fungal infection. But usually skin conditions are best diagnosed after directly seeing them. So I suggest that you upload the images of the skull of your kid with the black heads. In this way we will be in a better position to help your kid with accurate diagnosis. The other suggestion is to consult a paediatric Dermatologist regarding this.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Suggest solution for weeping edema
My 87 year old mother who is a Christian Scientist fell last week. We hired nurses for round the clock care and now her leg is swollen and leaking. (Weeping Edema) She is not able to walk, so I believe it is her hip that is injured. She was transported to a Christian Science Care facility this afternoon so her leg could be elevated and they could take better physical care of her. I read the cause of this Edema could be heart failure or the trauma to the leg. What is the likelyhood of her recovery without surgical/medical intervention? I live across the country and my sister is there with her. I am not sure how to proceed and would appreciate any advise. | Hello, First of all, the elderly should avoid falling as much as they can because they usually have osteoporosis. Second, after falling she should do a plain X-ray to ensure that she does not have a bone fracture. Normally after trauma the edema occurs and it gradually decreases with the treatment. Moreover, if she had hypertension or diabetes or other chronic illnesses,the recovery would delay for a while. Finally, your mother should take antibiotics for possible infection (penicillin), Aspirin twice a day after meal, vitamin D (Alfacalcidol 0.5)one tablet every other day for one week then one tablet per week for one month, besides drinking a cup of milk every day. The healthy diet and avoiding prolonged bed rest are crucial for her. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Dr/Mustafa, Neurologist | |
What causes fever and skin rash in a child?
hi..sir...my bro is 13 years old........and he is having high fever in day and night ...........after taking medicine..he gets fine but after sometimes again he is having high fever...we have talk to doctor and they also dont undrstand.its from last 9 days.....and he is gettng red rashes on his face | Hello, It is unusual for a teenager to have fever ever day for more than 2-4 days. He should be seen by another doctor. Some possibilities include regular viruses for which reassurance can be given - that will resolve with time. For instance, mononucleosis can cause this. But other things need to be checked - for instance COVID, malaria, Kawasaki's syndrome - all depending on where you live and what other symptoms your brother may have. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Lisa Baker, Pediatrician | |
What causes sudden drop in hemoglobin level?
Our GP asked me to run a CBC on my son 4 months ago when he had caught some infection. the CBC showed normal hemoglobin. My son was 6 months old then. some days ago he caught an infection that led to chest congestion and narrowing of air passages. A CBC was run again and it revealed below normal hemoglobin level. is such sudden reduction in hemoglobin level possible?what may have caused it? | How much fall in hb is there? If fall for few grams then its acceptable. If high fall is there than consult doctor gor than. It is quite possible to fall hemoglobin for few grams. It may be due to infectikn or some other reason. Snd whag is ghe agd of your son because in neonatal period its common physiological phenomenon. | |
Q. I have not had a period for four months. Is it due to Mirena IUD?
Hello doctor, I am 21. I have Mirena IUD for six months now and have not had a period for four months. A few days ago, I started and it is really mucusy and only when I wipe and food has not been appealing to me and when I do eat, I cannot eat much. This morning I feel nauseous and that is not normal for me either. I have two other kids and with them, I did not have any but maybe two symptoms, that was peeing a lot and food did not appeal to me the first 14 weeks. The last time I had sex was the 10th. | Hello. Hormones have different side effects and appear different from person to person. Mirena is a hormone-secreting contraceptive device which shows it effects like mood swings, breast tenderness, irregular bleeding, etc. According to one study, 20 % of the females stopped menses after a year's use of Mirena. Most of the women felt menstrual changes in the first three to six months of Mirena application like intermenstrual spotting, light irregular bleeding, very light menses. Some of the females showed heavy menstrual flow. Mood swings is also another side effect which you are feeling a lot. Try to have a healthy lifestyle like yoga, exercise, walk daily. Have recreational activities like painting, and swimming. But avoid recreational drugs like alcohol, cocaine, ketamine, etc. If you had diagnosed any problem or have any other symptoms, try to have full treatment. It is your choice if you want to continue with Mirena or want any other contraceptive if does not suit you. I suggest switching to combined oral contraceptive pills for some time to reduce Mirena effects (after removal of Mirena). Have urinalysis and urine culture for urine problem, follow report and use lots of water and cranberry juice. In case of absence of urine infection try to avoid fluids before work and sleep at night to have less disturbances. Pelvic floor exercise strengthens muscles and helps avoid incontinence. Try to go to a gynecologist with urinalysis report and discuss symptoms as well to have a proper examination to decide for related investigations. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Will physical therapy help in regaining strength in the arm?
hi I am 52 years old and previously (14 years ago) was in a bad car accident. I had a rearend collision 4 days ago and all the basic symptoms are back to include loss of feeling in my right arm from shoulder to elbow the dr. who saw me stated my left (not right) side has some nerve issues and advised physical therapy, will this strength me enough to continue working out | Yes you should do it as advised by your doctor because thats the only method for regaining your strength back. | |
What could cause back pain?
Hello. Nice to see you. I am still a student right now(age 16). And I am facing 2 major problems (for me)... 1. I always felt tired and lazy. I do not know what is my problem. My neck and my back always felt hurt without any specific reasons. I never skipped my meals (I always eat vegetables and fruits) and I exercise regularly by dancing, cycling or playing ping pong. Can you tell me why? 2. As you can see from above statement, I think i am having a healthy lifestyle. But it is not what it is seem. Based on my BMI, I am an overweight person. Please help me. I have a low metabolisme rate, so is there any way to increase my metabolisme rate? Plus, I love ice cream and i do not know how to control eating it. Is there a way to control myself from eating unhealthy food? I am blank. Please help me ~ : ( | Hello, Thanks for your query.It seems that your increase in weight; 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 for more than an hour and take frequent stretch breaks. Do not bend forward to lift things up, bend the knees and hips for that. Also discontinue any strenuous activity or exercises for some time.I suggest you to try back strengthening exercises by extension of the back muscles which can be taught by your Physiotherapist. This will help to relieve the possible muscle spasm which causes the pain. You may go for a physical examination by your Orthopedician to rule out any spine related pathology. You may be prescribed pain killers and/or muscle relaxants which should give you relief. Physiotherapy may also be advised if necessary. I would suggest you to try swimming as this will help most in back conditions.I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.Take care | |
Q. Can I take green tea to increase efficiency of weight loss workout?
Hi doctor, I have started my workout for weight loss. My query is about increasing efficiency. Which should I take or which would be safe and effective for me? Green tea extract or green coffee? Is there any specific brand I should purchase? | Hello. Green tea contains antioxidants and has some positive effects on the skin and body. It can also be used as a low calorie refreshing beverage in place of your regular coffee or tea. But do not rely on it for your weight loss. It does not have the effects as shown in advertisements. I usually recommend my patients to follow a balanced diet with regular physical exercise. No fancy food is required to achieve weight loss. For more information consult a nutritionist online --> | |
Is it normal to feel discomfort after putting stents?
my husband has 2 stents put in on sat he now has 8 in all. After this procdure he hasnt felt well says he feels run down and just doesnt feel right. Hes never had this happen after all the other stents is this normal or something to be concerned about? | Hi ThereNo it's not normal to have chest discomfort after putting stents. I would like to suggest you to consult your cardiologist for this as the stents needs to be checked whether they are alright or they have developed some kind of obstruction inside. An ECG needs to be done and probably an Angiogram also to confirm everything is fine with stents.I wish him good luck and health | |
What causes sharp pain in the groin of breast cancer patient?
I am a 64 year old female. I have had breast cancer and am a 7 year survivor. I have a sharp pain that is in my groin area both right and left side but not simultaneously. I am 5'6" and weigh 125lbs. I have osteopenia. What might be causing this pain, makes it difficult to walk at times. | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have breast cancer with osteopenia. So high chance of minor fracture. You should go for x ray or ct scan to detect any hairline fracture and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
What is the reason for numbness in hand after heart surgery?
Hi, I am a 4 day post op heart attack patient. I am home and feeling fine except that I have just started to feel a tingly numbness in my right hand though I have not had this sensation since carpal tunnel surgery 30 years ago. Is this something that I should get immediate attention? | HiWelcome to healthcaremagicI have gone through your query and understand your concern.It can be related to some nerve compression in the hand. It is likely to be benefitted by Mecobalamin and analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief. You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then don't hesitate to write to us. I will be happy to help you.Wishing you a good health.Take care. | |
What are the side effects of Effexor XR?
I recently tapered off of Effexor XR, which I had been on for two years. My last does was about four weeks ago, but I m still having withdrawal/side effect symptoms. Should I see a Psychiatrist and get on a different medication since my body had been rejecting the effexor XR after a year and a half of taking it? The Effexor XR has caused an enlarged prostate as well as unstable hypertension. | Hello, Cannot say in your particular situation but I would say there is an important differentiation between withdrawal from medicine with new symptoms that are just with the withdrawal AND go away in days to week. OR resumption of the underlying condition that the medicine treated (which stays) or uncovering of other benefits the medicine did. So, with suboxone, people get less pain and 50% get a paradoxical increase in energy from the medicine. These benefits go away when the medicine isn't there. They will be exactly as tired and as achy as they would be without the medicine forever. Effexor is not generally associated with enlarged prostate nor blood pressure effects. Would these go away 3 to 5 days after the drug is stopped and the time the drug is not present? Doubtful. I cannot say in your particular case but some features to consider, if the prostate and hypertension stay whether or not there is a drug there, then those conditions are not so associated with the drug. If the "withdrawal" symptoms are exactly those that prompted someone to start a medicine, it is a reason to stay on the medicine. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Matt Wachsman, Addiction Medicine Specialist | |
Suggest treatment for breathlessness
Sir,cardiologist prescribed-MYONIT SR 2.6 MG-INAPURE 5--TELSATAN 40 MG---LASILACTONE 50 MG.MAY I KIDLY KNOW THE USAGE AND FUNCTION.18 YEARS BACK CABG WAS DONE TO ME .NOW IT IS FOUND THAT OUT OF 4 GRAFTINGS RT.SIDE IS COPLETELY BLOCKED AND LT.SIDE 3 GRAFTINGS ARE PATIALLY BLOCKED.DOCTOR NOT SUGGESTED ANY OPERATION EXCEPT MEDICAL MANAGEMENT.ALSO SUGGESTED-PROLOMIT XL100-ILDAMEN 8MG-INDUR30-RANOZEX-NIKORON.NOT ABLE TO WALK SHORT DISTNCE UPTO 100MTRS.HEAVY EXERTION,BELCHING AND BREATHLESS NESS.MAY KINDLY SUGGEST FURTHER.MY AGE IS 67 YYYY@YYYY (VARANASI SREERAMAMURTHY) | Hello sir, your symptoms fit in classic angina and the breathlessness is due to the heart. Now your doctor wanted to optimise your medication so as to make sure that your heart gets enough blood supply and limit in symptoms occur. Prolomet, Nikoran, ranolaz, imdur, myonit Sr and others , are to help relive the symptoms, telmisartan is for blood pressure, lacilactone to remove extra fluid maybe because your heart pumping has gone low. Sir many meds are similar to each other and different brand names, so I would like that you review it with your doctor, so he can cut down on unnecessary ones, as so much pill burden will be bad for your stomach. Lastly if symptoms persist think about revasularisation that is either angioplasty or reoccurring do bypass. I would be able to help you better If you can send the angiogram and the complete prescription with the med list and when you take which medicine. Hoping I could help Regards Dr. Priyank Mody | |
Suggest treatment for fluctuated blood pressure readings
I am 73 and female. My blood pressure reading at my acupuncturist s office was 151 over 72 yesterday. It has been as high as 161 over 70/72, and as low as 131 over 68. The last time at my doctor s office it was 117 over 58, and varies all over the place whenever I have it taken. I don t know whether to be concerned about this variation. Also, is the diastolic number of more concern than the systolic number? | hello there. I have read through your question and can understand your concern. Blood pressure does vary through out the day . For eg. It is lower in the morning hours and will be higher in the evening . But sometimes error in Bp measurement due to faulty BP machines is also a cause. i would suggest you to get it checked with a manual BP apparatus and not the electronic one. Get your BP checked at the same time everyday for a week and note down the readings. If your blood pressure still shows drastic fluctuations i would suggest you to consult your physician for further investigations. hope that answers your question | |
Suggest remedy for fungal infections
HI ,I am suffering with fungal infection on my ties from last 3 year. doctor suggested tab :Gris -OD(daily one for 45 days) and cream KETO to apply on surface of skin.my question is i need to use it 45 days mandatory r any thing else to heal in 10 are 15 days.Regards Vijay Kumar | Although not mandatory to use for 45 days, I would insist on prolonged use as your doctor has advised. This is because, some fungal hyphae remain there for long and often germinate after the course is completed. This may lead to failure of treatment which can be avoided with prolonged treatment with topical ketoconazole (keto cream) and oral griseofulvin (Gris OD). Your doctor has given you the right medicines, so please continue it. | |
I have puss cells in my urine, with this how can i gain weight ?
HI?ANYONETHERE? i m 19 years old female ..i jxt have my urine tst and i found puss cells 10-12/hpf and epithellil cells 6-8/hpf ..i usuaally have pain near my ribs...and i suddenly loose my weight ..i am 5 FOOT 3 INCHS and m afraid my weight is 39 KG.........i want to gain weught and i want to know about my problem i pension above wAT SHD I DO? | Hi Welcome to health care magic Get the urine culture sensitivity done & find the effective drugs .Take proper & timely treatment ,along with plenty of fluids daily.Also improve your diet to add weight to your body ‘Hope I have answered your query, I will be available to answer your follow up queries, “Wish you Good Health and speedy recovery” Disclaimer | |
What causes lower abdominal pain and constipation?
Iam having pain in my lower left abdomen, especially when I make some movements like try to sit or stand. All other times, Iam not feeling this pain. I generally have constipation (even before I have this pain), and with this pain also I have consipation. Iam not pregnant. Please suggest. | Hi,Looks like your constipation is getting worse.The pain is mostly due to your loaded bowel. So you need to take some laxatives to help clear your bowel and releive your pain.Also eat more fibers in your diet, like oats, bananas, green leafy vegetables, cereals, etc., to prevent constipation.RegardsDr. Ashish Verma | |
Q. Why is my 3. 5 year old daughter having irregular bowel movement and mucus in stool?
Hi doctor, My 3.5 year old daughter has irregular bowel movements with a recent problem of mucus in stool. Earlier also, she did not poop regularly. I use laxative when she does not poop for two to three days consecutively. Recently, she has a problem of mucus in her stool for approximately a month. She always complains of pain or cramps around her navel before a bowel movement. I got an ultrasound, which revealed that she has a mildly enlarged liver. When I consulted a local pediatrician, he stated that mild enlargement of the liver might be there in children, and nothing has to be done. He prescribed a medicine named Livosil B. We used it for 2 to 3 days, but my daughter is still suffering from irregular bowel movement and mucus in stool. Please help me. | Hello. Kindly answer these questions for a better understanding of your child's problem. Regards. Revert with more information to a child health specialist online --> | |
Q. Can physiological rise in total T3 and T4 levels indicate pregnancy?
Hello doctor, I recently had my thyroid test done. I am attaching the reports of the same. The note reads that a physiological rise in total T3 and T4 levels are seen in pregnancy and patients on steroids. Does it mean that I am pregnant? I am worried. | Hi. Your thyroid level is upto normal level. The preference range given in the reports is for pregnant female (attachment removed to protect patient identity), not for non-pregnant female. And Thyroid levelnever determines pregnancy. If you had unprotected intercourse and delayed menses, then you can go for UPT test for confirmation of pregnancy. | |
What causes bad sinus and swollen lymph node?
A few days ago I had very bad sinus pain which went away after a day or two then the following day I developed very swollen lymph nodes and had my temperature checked yesterday by a nurse friend, it was sitting at 35.4oC. My throat isn t sore, although I m unable to talk. I also have a rash on both feet but think that may be due to a new fabric conditioner. Any ideas what might be wrong can t get a doctors appointment for 6 days | HiWelcome to Health care magic.I went through the history you have provided here. It seems from the history that you are having sinusitis and swollen lymph node.This indicates infection and enlarged lymph nodes indicate secondary response to the inflammation induced by the infection.I usually treat these conditions with use of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs.Do consult your doctor for examination and prescription of drugs.Hope this is helpful to you.Do write back to me for further questions.Thank you for writing to us. | |
On yasmin, prescribed tetralysal for acne. Will it have any effect on pill? Any other precautions required?
Hi there, I've been on yasmin for the past month and a half but it brought back my acne so I was prescribed tetralysal about 2weeks ago. I forgot to ask my doctor if this will have any effect on my pill so I'm just wondering should I take other precautions during sex like using a condom? I rang my own doctor and he seemed to think that after the 1st week my body should have adapted to the pill and antibiotics together so no need to be cautious after that. I just want to be sure because I definitely don't want to fall pregnant. Thanks. | Hello,Welcome to Healthcaremagic.It was thought that Antibiotics either increase or decrease the effect of hormonal contraceptives and pills.Thus earlier it was advised to have extra method of contraception like condoms to avoid conception.It was thought that Tetralysal decrease the effect of oral contraceptives .But research and data by Faculty of sexual and reproductive healthcare proved No antibiotics ( except Rifampicin and Rifabutin ) affect the contraceptive drugs.Thus you do not need to worry about to take Tetralysal with oral contraceptive pills.Hope this helps.Take care.Regards,Dr.Manjeth | |
Are rashes on body an allergic reaction to pneumonia medicines?
My son has pneumonia and has a rash that comes and goes. It looks like hives in places and blisters the size of his fist or bigger in others. It is very itchy and looks very angry. I am wandering how long I can expect this to last. He has had 4 doses of amoxicillin and I am worried about distinguishing this rash from a possible reaction to the antibiotic. | Hi,You may be right. The rash in the form of hives or urticaria may be due to antibiotic.. amoxicillin. However, consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis. I would recommend you to stop amoxicillin and to take antihistaminic like cetirizine and if needed,oral steroid in tapering dose.Hope this helps.Dr.Ilyas Patel, Dermatologist | |
Q. I felt a fluttering in my chest and was short of breath. What can be the cause?
Hi doctor, I am a 24 year old male weighing 221 lbs. I felt a fluttering in my chest yesterday for the first time, which only lasted for five seconds and I felt short of breath. I got an ECG, x-ray, CBC and HbA1c done today. I am worried about my ECG being abnormal. I am scared that there could be something wrong and I have no other symptoms besides shortness of breath. | Hello. Do not worry because the probability of any serious illness at this age is low. However, these are probably an arrhythmia like atrial fibrillation or PVC (premature ventricular contraction), which are not a serious condition. These can cause all your symptoms and can be managed with medicine. Revert with the reports to a cardiologist 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? Thanks in advance. | 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 cocaine but a combination of drugs. Cocaine narrows blood vessels (vasoconstriction). It can lead to erectile dysfunction. Few studies suggest that it has receptors on testicles and sperm. So, it can degenerate testicular tissues/or sperm quality, transfer from sperm to female egg and can lead to early miscarriage. Cocaine is a very fast acting drug which affects the nervous system and produces short-lived euphoric attitude for 15 minutes to an hour, but causes long-term damage to the body and brain like anxiety, depression, aggression, impairment of logic and critical thinking, heart problem, hypertension and decrease in bone density. Its half-life is an hour. So, it takes about an hour for half of the cocaine consumed to leave the body. But, with long-term use, the drug starts to accumulate in the blood and body tissues allowing certain tests to detect it in the system for an extended period of time. After a single use of cocaine, agents created by its metabolism can be detected in the urine for two to four days, and in chronic users, cocaine can be detected up to 12 days and highly concentrated cocaine can be detected in the urine up to three weeks. It can be detected in the saliva and blood for an average 12-48 hours. In hairs and sweat for an extended period of time, it can be detected. So, after all the above description, I do not know how your husband had cocaine, as a cocktail along with other drugs, or just cocaine? Secondly, how long he has been taking it? For you, have you been on alcohol, cocaine or smoking? If you had taken in the past, better to quit completely. My advice is, try to avoid drugs like cocaine, alcohol, ketamine, and MDMA completely for a couple of months before trying for pregnancy. Because, if the mother has an addiction, it has psychosocial effects on the fetus in addition to the drugs' side effects itself. Best of luck. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> |
Subsets and Splits
No community queries yet
The top public SQL queries from the community will appear here once available.