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What causes abdominal and back pain?
Hi, i have been experiencing bad lower back pain for the past four months , of the last two months I have had extreme nausea and feeling tired , not alot of energy at all. For the past two weeks, i have had abdominal pain and extreme bloatedness. Now I am experiencing fluttering/movement in my lower abdomen. I have had a hysterectomy but still have my ovaries. | welcome to Health care magic.1.There are multiple causes for the above symptoms.2.An ultrasound should be done, if there are any adenexal lesions which is causing the above symptoms.3.It could be simple renal calculus.4.Suggest to take an appointment and see your doctor and act accordingly.Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you. | |
Is chemical peeling an effective treatment for acne marks ?
hi sir, i m himani gupta 24 years having pimple marks on my face .so my dermatologist give me chemical peeling treatment for that and also for enhancing facial color and after second sitting i got some dark spot on my face.so he give me hyclean for that before 3 days. i m so scared about my face.please tell me that this is right treatment or not.please suggest. | Hi Himani, Do not worry. You have made correct decision by opting chemical peeling. Chemical peeling is done when topical drugs are no longer effective. However, sometimes redness or scarring do occur after setting but it will go off over period of time. But after chemical peel, you should take some care as follow. 1] Stay out of sun. 2] Moisturize the skin with moisturizer that contains sunscreen with minimum SPF-15. The doctor might advise use of Retin-A depending on the skin condition before the next chemical peel. Take care. Best regards, Dr. Neelam. | |
Pain and numbness on the leg and feet after a surgery for spinal cord compression. Is there a nerve damage? Taking nortriptyline
i had surgery for spinal cord compression five years ago. my legs and feet are numb and have on going pain, they put me on Nortriptyline HCL 10mg taken at night. i don t find them helpful and still get the pain. i find my balance is not the best and wonder if the electrics nerve is damaged and therefore if nothing can be done. i have just started doing light exercises in the pool to help strengthen the muscles. am i on the right medication? thank you | Hi, Thank you for posting your query. Your symptoms could be related to partial spinal cord damage, prior to surgery. This would recover gradually. Recovery can be made faster with regular exercises and physiotherapy. For pain (which is related to nerves), pregabalin capsules would be useful. Best wishes, Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology) Senior Consultant Neurologist | |
What causes swollen lump below ear and cheek bone?
Hello, I am an 18 year old female 125 pounds and stand about 5'2. I have a lump that is swollen right below my left ear. I also have one right bellow my cheek bone. Thy are both very painful and have caused the left side of my face to swell. I have kept ice on it to help the swelling go down but nothings working. I just want to know whats going on and what to do? | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern.As per your query lump below ear and cheek bone is post-articular lump which is very painful in nature. It could be due to an infected sebaceous cyst or some other cysts like lymphatic cysts and could be due to swollen lymph nodes due to ENT infection and chronic throat infection. Another possible reason is blockage of ducts of salivary gland which is causing saliva obstruction and pain and swelling.I would suggest you to go for an FNAC( fine needle aspiration cytology) and ultrasound of the lump for confirmation. Visit ENT specialist once and check if swelling can be relieved by digital pressure manipulation. Sucking on lime and citrus substances can stimulate salivary secretion. Surgical intervention is recommended only after proper diagnosis.Take oral antibiotics and anti inflammatory medicines as these will help in pain and swelling reduction.Hope your concern has been resolved.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari | |
What causes lower abdominal pain along with pain in head and back?
Hello, today s not been a good day. I woke up last night with tremendous pain in my lower abdomen, it has came and gone since late last night. It was so painful it left like someone was taking my insides out. The pain has stopped but now my head and back hurts. The pain in my stomach is still kind of there but it s manageable. I m 18 so I know about menstruation but I have never left this way in my life. I want to know if it s something to worry about or if it s just a temporary thing. | Welcome at HCM I have gone through your query and being your doctor I completely understand your health concerns. Are u menstruating? Is there any discharge?? Any burning micturation? Any change in colour of urine? Any history of renal stone? Any fever ? Any change of bowel habit? These all questions should be related which aids in making your diagnosis. If its first time you should not worry but if it comes again with any other symptoms do see your doctor. Stay safe and blessed Regards Dr saad sultan | |
Why dulera 200 doesnt helps to releive onset of asthma?
I have had almost daily shortness of breath - mostly with activity for about five months. Itstarted after a bad sinus infection that took a long time to heal. My pcp put me on dulera 100 initially for two weeks and the sob totally cleared up and remained fine for another two weeks before returning. He sent me to an asthma/allergy doc who did a ct of sinuses, spirometry and diagnosed me with adult onset asthma. Also did a skin prick and couldn t find allergens. Started me back on dulera 200 but now it isn t helping. Why would the medication help only a month and a half ago and now it isn t? Should I see another type of doctor? | hello, thanks for your query, dulera contains mometasone with frometrol, might be you are resistent to that combination. ask your doc to change the combination. hope I have answered your query. all the best. take care | |
How to remove a coin from a child s stomach?
My 6yr old granddaughter swallowed a quarter and it is lodged in her small intestine. She had an x-ray yesterday, which was day 8. What is the next step? We have waited the seven days to see if it would pass with a bm, although eating, drinking, and otherwise normal. | Hi read ur question Coin was in small intestine .Xray was done yesterday if coin is there since 8 days and there is no problem in passing stool but coin is foreign material which causes problem . u try to give banana, roti , and other fruits . if coin is not pass in stool then u have to consult surgeon As if coin obstruct the small intestine the three will be a major problem to ur baby | |
Painful dry socket in mouth, bitter taste. Tooth with old filling extracted. Treatment options?
I recently had a tooth with an old filling pulled, resulting in the most painful dry socket...Have had and continue to have an awful burning bitter taste in my mouth since, despite that there is no infection, no metal, and a new bridge in my mouth...Have no idea what else could be causing this problem, but it is taking over my entire life...Wondering what the next step should be or if I should see an ENT? | Hi , Thanks for asking query, Dry socket is a extremely painful condition .In it the blood clot get dislodged .The socket has dry appearance because of exposed bone. It can occur due to difficult or traumatic tooth extraction. I suggest you to visit dentist get it cleaned followed by dressing with cotton socked zinc oxide eugenol, dressing should be regularly changed. TAKE tab augmentin 625 mg 2x , tab ebility 3x, use antiseptic mouth wash , prevent food retention, gargle with warm saline water 3 to 4 times a day . Hope this will help you. | |
Where is the right kidney located? I have had kidney stones. My doctor is concerned about the function of one kidney resulting from a blood test. Would there be a soreness from the kidney. The soreness is just above the bend of the leg and hip. I have a follow up appointment in early March. | I suggest you continue that appointment. The kidney is in the back behind the rib cage, but pain from a stone can be felt in other locations like you described. Please rate 5 Stars! I strive to provide the best answer to your question. | |
Is sickle cell anemia related with bleeding of eyes?
Hello doctor I. Have been wearing this particular sneakers for a long time ...that I love so much the shoes is tight on my feet but I still wears it. Latelyi have been getting bleeding in my right eye..but I also has sickle cell diease..can the bleeding is from wearing the tight shoes over a long period or its the sickle cell diease making my eye bleed. | Hi,Thanks for asking.Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. No, bleeding of eyes not related to sickle cells.2. Wearing tight shoes, would cause local damage like ischemic gangrene, black colored foot or fungal infections.3. Meet an opthalmologist to evaluate the cause of bleeding of eyes. Hope it helps.Any further queries, happy to help again. | |
Can adenoids cause headaches in child?
Hi My 7 year old daughter complains with headaches, she has adenoids which sometimes lead to ear infections.She breathes from her mouth and when she sleeps she always wants 2 pillows under her head as she says otherwise she can t breathe properly.Are headaches assosciated with adenoids?.....Thanks | Hi, adenoids can cause headache and breathing difficulty. If adenoids are large enough they block the respiratory pathway and can lead to breathing difficulty. I hope this has helped you. Wishing your child good health. Take care. | |
Suggest treatment for blister in mouth and numbness on face
Hi, I have a blister like inside my mouth and it is in the inside part of my cheek, it is very small and not visible but I can feel it with my tongue, it has been there for more than a year now it never goes away and every time i get pain right in front of my ears that blister gets really big like huge, and at times i feel numbness on one side of my face but the shooting pain its almost always there on my face. I dont know if all this is related or they are symptoms from different conditions. I dont know what to do every time i go to a doctor, the doctor says "I cant see or feel anything with my finger like a blister inside the mouth", but as i said earlier its not visible but i feel it with my tongue and it gets huge and then goes back to its normal size again. The pain is very sharp. What could it be? I am afraid its nothing cancerous related. Please advise | HiThe blister like feeling that you can sense through your tonge might be the parotid papilla .The parotid gland (the gland around your ear opens into the oral cavity on the inner surface of the cheek, usually opposite the maxillary second molar tooth ) and its duct are associated with the main nerve of your face (the facial nerve ) . Any swelling /stone /enlargement /abnormality in the gland/salivary duct associated, can lead to unnecessary stimulation of the nerve and lead to the pain that you have mentioned usually in the area aroung the ear . Please visit an oral physician to rule out the above and note the precise time of pain and any stimulant associated ( like immediately after meals ,the swelling might subside), oral dryness etc . hope this could be of some help. take care , | |
Q. Please suggest me a cure for gallstones.
Hello doctor, Four days ago, I was admitted to the hospital with severe abdominal pain. I was given Oramorph, Codeine and Paracetamol. I was told that it was most likely a flare up of my gallbladder stones and that the pain would last for a maximum of 12 hours. I underwent an ultrasound scan the next day, which revealed gallstones. The next day my doctor advised me to go home, but I was still in agony. When I asked the doctors, why I was still in pain when it was meant to last a maximum of 12 hours, they said it could be inflamed or infected. Hence, a blood test was done and the results were fine. As the results were normal, the doctors said I could go home. I refused to go as I was still in pain. My right side and stomach were sore to touch. Again, I had another attack and experienced the same kind of pain that I had on the day of admission. Again blood tests were done and they said blood results were fine and I could go home. Before I had the chance to say anything they had discharged me. It is almost four days now and I am still in bed with pain in my middle and lower right abdomen, and center of my back. I am feeling very lethargic. What can I do? | Hi. Gallstones. Ultrasound scan of the abdomen, complete blood count and liver function test. Cholecystitis (gallstones). 1. Antibiotic therapy. 2. Pain management 3. Surgery later on. For further information you can contact a medical gastroenterologist online.---> | |
What treatment should be taken if my sgpt is 152 and sgot is 81?
hi..i m 24 yrs age and recently i have done my liver function test my sgpt 152 and sgot is 81 now and bilirubin total is 1.73 and now i m too much worry so please help me what treatment should i take and also precautions as this continue from last 4 months.. | Hi.Thanks for posting query at HCM.Usually ALT or AST values higher than "two times the upper normal limit", is considered abnormal ( in some countries, ALT or AST values of more than 100 are considered abnormal). Rule out HBV, HCV. Test for lipid profile.Value of AST or ALT greater than 85 or above maybe investigated further.advice:- abstinence from "Alcohol" - LOW fat diet should be followed, AVOID junk food and beverages- decreased oil consumption (oily food)- NO red meat- green vegetables should be ingested daily- use lemon juice (lemonade) once in a day- reduce weight if overweight/obese-"recheck liver enzymes after 6 to 8 weeks" and/or ultrasound.any further questions are welcomed.hope to answer your concern.wish you good health.regards,Dr Tayyab Malik | |
What causes severe pain and numbness in the mid toe of the left foot?
HI My middle toe on my left foot is numb and very painful. i can t even put my foot down on the floor to walk. I am a personal trainer and very active and healthy therefore, not thinking it is diabetes related. but it is a burning, tingling numbness pain. Any insight would be greatly appreciated. Thank you | Hello, I have studied your case. You may have spinal canal stenosis which leads to compression of spinal cord which later on supply lower limb [leg].Due to compression of this nerve root there is tingling numbness in your foot and pain associated with it.Another differential is mortans neuralgia in which there is neuroma formation between web space of toes.For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started.I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level,and uric acid levelHope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.Take care | |
Diagnosed to be mild whooping cough, on delsym and natural cough syrup, has fever and rash. Cause?
I took my 18 mo. old son to the pediatrician today b/c he woke up thru the night last night and while crying sounded like he was gasping for air. He also had runny yellow snot, was congested, and sneezing . The Doc said that he checked out completely and that he most likely just has a mild case of whooping cough . He said to get delsym and keep watching him in case it got worse. My question is it normal with whooping cough for him to get a fever and a rash. I did not get delsym and instead got a natural cough syrup made mostly of honey. I m wondering if his mild fever and rash is due to some other illness or a reaction to the honey in the cough syrup. | It is viral Animal proteins like honey can cause increase in symptomps Wat give simple antiallergics anti allergic syp and medicines according to symptomps | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
What causes fluctuation in blood pressure?
My blood pressure today is 93/63 after taking an addition medication as of yesterday Diavan after already taking Topral 50Mg. My cordialgist put me Diavan in addition to Topral after my pressure in his office was 140/83. Should I continue with the Diavan? Is this pressure too low? I might add that I normally pride myself on a good pressure of 120/70. Sincerely, Elizabeth | Hello, I would explain that your blood pressure values are quite low. For this reason, I would not recommend taking Diovan. The high blood pressure values at your doctors office could be related to anxiety (also called White Coat Syndrome), and they do not need to be treated, in case your blood pressure values are within the normal ranges most of the time. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist | |
What causes seizures in a seven year old having low appetite and giddiness?
Hi Doctor, My 7 year old daughter is suffering from seizures since she was 4 yrs old. EEG report has some issues, I can send you the report if you want so that yoou can have a look. As adviced she is under medication. Valparin 200 syrup-10ml-Twice daily Lamosyn 25 tab- 1 tab-Twice daily Cloba 5 tab- 1 tab-Twice daily for couple of months we didnt notice any head drops happening however we have noticed that for the past one week she is again getting head drops. Please advice. Also her apetite has gone down drastically. Yesterday night she was also complaining og giddiness. | Hi, If you would like to upload the last EEG report for further review then, please do so at: www.bit.ly/drdariushsaghafi and I will happy to review it in the context of additional questions but it certainly seems that an adjustment to her medications would be helpful in this case. However, from a distance such as this and without being able to examine your daughter it is not possible to make valid recommendations. She is likely to be followed by a pediatric epileptologist and this is a highly specialized provider who has the best vantage point over your daughter compared to myself or anyone else online. Has there been consideration to either doing home monitoring with video recording or in-hospital 24/7 monitoring (if frequent enough) since this would be the best way of making on the fly adjustments to her meds which can then, be watched in real time for changes in the brain's electrical rhythms. Reduced appetite is a clear function of increasing seizure episodes as is the symptom of giddiness which could be a form of gelastic seizure that may be part of her seizure syndrome vs. side effect of medications. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dariush Saghafi, Neurologist | |
Q. My TVS showed thickened endometrium. Is it of concern?
Hi doctor, I had symptoms of brown discharge and suggested transvaginal scan which shows thickened endometrium and impression of mildly bulky uterus and cervix. Please see the attached scan report. All blood tests are normal like TC, DC, ESR, Hb, T3, T4 and my TSH is 0. 92. Please suggest whether it is of any concern. I am undergoing medication for last 10 days Sysron-N thrice daily and since then I am not having any brown discharge. I had C-section delivery before 9 years and then had a D and C abortion four years back. I also have problems of irregular periods. | Hello. I have gone through your history, report (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and understand your concerns. For further information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Can I get pregnant because of switching to triphasil from depo?
Hi ,I would like to know I was on Depo and was due for another injection in mid Nov and didn't go and decided to start Dec with Triphsal I was on a pack for 1 month without getting my period . On the 2nd pack right after sex a starting bleeding for 3 days very light bleeding now im feeling nauseous could I be pregnant | Hi and thank you so much for this query.I am so sorry to hear about bleeding. It would be very unlikely that you are pregnant from this information you have provided. if this bleeding mild without any serious pains, I will suggest that you treat it as menses and see what happens. if it should last longer than your menses, flow in huge volumes or accompanied by sever pain, then you should go to the hospital so that examination and tests can be done to accurate diagnose the cause of these symptoms.I hope this addresses your query fully. Thank you so much for using our services and please feel free to ask for clarifications if need be. I wish you the best of health.Dr. Ditah, MD. | |
What causes low heart rate?
My grandson is 24 yrs old, had a stroke the day he was born, and he is right side hemophlegic. He has been having grand mal seizures since age 16, prior to that he had petit mal seizures. Last week he felt like he was going to have a seizure, took him to ER, heart rate was 38. They did a c-scan, sent him to a nurse practitioner clinic because he has no insurance. (We live in Tennessee). He is unemployed. We don t know why his heart rate dropped so low. Nurse practitioner sent him home. What can he do? | Hi welcome to healthcare magic,I understand your query and concern.Your symptoms are suggestive of ischemic changes in the heart leading to heart failure and low heart rate.I advise you to get an ECG,2 D Echo,lipid profile,hsCRP immediately to confirm the diagnosis.Drugs like clopilet,ecosprin,atorvas ,inotropes like digoxin will be helpful.Coronary angiogram with or without stenting will be the procedure of choice.Consult your cardiologist for expert management.Hope I have answered your query at the moment,Post your further queries if any,Thank you. | |
Taking adderall, zoloft daily. How to stop panic attacks, shortness of breath?
Hello, I take 20 mg of adderall xr daily. It works wonderful for me and I ve been taking it for a little under of year. However, the past month or so I ve been experiencing shortness of breath very often and it s causing me To have panic attacks. How can I get this to stop?? I also take 100 mg of Zoloft daily. | hithanks for using healthcare magici dont know to whom u say panic attack. if any physical symptom like increase heart beat, hypertension or hypotension is there, then it may be due to adderall. I think u r taking adderall to get simulatory effect ans Zoloft to control underline anxiety. In ur case either u can increase the dose of Zoloft to decrease the anxiety symptoms or to gradually decrease dose of adderall to stop it. rest u can consult with ur treating psychiatrist.thanks | |
High ALT reading, fatty liver. Started non oily diet, exercise routine. Normal time taken for level to reduce?
I am having ALT reading of 64 and have been daignosed of Fatty liver grade 3 infiltration. But my cholestrol levels are normal...i am of 5 feet 11 inch and weighs around 112 kg.....i dont drink and dont eat non veg. My concern is : how much time it will take to healed brining down the ALT level would be good enough to recover the damage caused to my Liver. I am scarred a lot and started non oily diet and routine 1.30 hours exercise in 30 minutes each 3 times exercise. please advice | do exercise to loose weight stop non veg and alcohol take vitamin e capsules ur liver will revert back to normal :) | |
Is it possible to kick a hep c infection into chronic hep c?
I tested positive for hep c antibodies in May. I had a bad relapse on meth 3 weeks ago where I binged for 8 days. Is it possible for that kind of abuse to kick a recent hep c infection into chronic hep c so soon? I am clean since and back on track by the way. | Hello,I understand your concern.I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious diseases specialist, answering your query.In my opinion you should take the meth kick.Though there is no link between the two, taking a meth can give more burden on liver which is the target organ for hepatitis C infections. In other meaning also hepatitis c has more potential for development into chronic hepatitis c than other groups of hepatitis.Alcohol intake with hepatitis C will surely cause it into chronic one.I will be happy to answer your further concern, you can ask me on bit.ly/DrArun. Thank you.Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist. | |
how to get rid of acne ?
how do i get rid of pimples on my face | hello, 1st modify ur life style like good balanced diet,lot of water and fruits, good sleep and regular excercise or yoga. use mild cleansing soaps which will keep the skin clean and minimize sensitivity.avoid oil based cosmetics. use a exfoliant agents like salicylate,glycolic or alpha hydroxy acids. use antibacterial cleansers like benzoyl peroxide.Cleanse twice daily with a 5% benzoyl peroxide wash. An alternative for those who are allergic to benzoyl peroxide is 2% salicylic acid. if still not controlled then consult your dermatologist.you may need topical antibiotics like clindamycin or oral ones like doxycycline.if severe one then isotretinoin is needed. consult a dermatologist and get evaluated take care | |
How can thigh bone softness be treated?
my son is 9 and had hip surgery, he was in a body cast for 5 weeks because when they were doing the surgery they found his bones to be soft, my question is if his thigh bone is soft could he have other soft bones and what do I do? what questions do I need to ask is ortho dr? | Hi, Please ask his surgeon what could cause hie soft bones and if he needs any further evaluation for this. He may need more calcium or vitamin D, or both, but in order to know he will need more evaluation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. ALICE TURNER, Pediatrician | |
Q. Can smoking nicotine-free cigarette a day cause hemoglobin to rise?
Hello doctor, I recently was tested for testosterone levels and in addition to a report on these levels, the lab report showed that my hemoglobin was 17.7. This has fluctuated from time to time. Last year, I was referred to a hematologist as my hemoglobin was high and my platelet count was low. With a number of tests over time, including a bone marrow, there was no indication of cancer. At that time, I smoked one cigarette a day and although my usage was light, I thought that it might have raised my hemoglobin so I stopped the smoking for a number of months. About six months later, I started smoking cigarettes that were nicotine free. Although the usage limited to one a day, I am concerned that even this light usage might be causing my hemoglobin count to rise. So, my question is do you think that this smoking of one nicotine-free cigarette a day could be causing my hemoglobin count to rise? My current medications are vitamin supplements, Apixaban 5 mg two times daily, Blast dietary Supplement, Phenylalanine 600 mg one times daily, CoQ10 300 mg one time daily, Fish Oil 1000 mg [300 mg Omega-3] two times daily, Glucosamine HCL 1500 mg with MSM 1500 mg two times daily, Latanoprost 0.005 % Ophthalmic Solution one time daily, Levothyroxine 50 mcg one time daily, Metoprolol Tartrate 25 mg one time daily, Multivitamins one time daily, Mucinex DM two times daily, Niacin 1000 mg one time daily, Palmetto Guard one time daily, Simvastatin 40 mg one time daily, Timolol Maleate 0.5 % Ophthalmic Solution one time daily, and Vitamin D3 2000IU one time daily. I have had the following lab tests and the results are as follows: Hemoglobin is 17.7 H, 13.2 - 17.1 g/dL, hematocrit 51.0 H, 38.5 - 50.0%. Please advice. | Hello. I have reviewed your complaints and your current medications. From that, I could deduce that you are on medication for hypothyroidism, hypertension, and glaucoma with additional multivitamins. Also, your testosterone levels are slightly elevated. Your elevated hemoglobin levels could be due to many factors which in your case include smoking, hypothyroidism, elevated testosterone and your increased age. All these factors can contribute to elevated hemoglobin levels. Now coming to the question of nicotine-free cigarettes: They have been found to be harmful even if they do not contain tobacco. Any cigarette-like product which requires the user to inhale smoke, the byproduct of combustion, is still subject to unsafe quantities of tar and carbon monoxide. These chemicals lead to lung cancer, mouth cancers, and esophageal cancers. The smoke causes low oxygen levels in the blood which can lead to increase in the hemoglobin level. So I suggest that you quit smoking altogether. You did it for six months and I am sure you can do it for the rest of your life. For more information consult a hematologist online --> | |
Could the swelling behind the ear be due to sebaceous cyst?
I have a swelling behind my ear, I went to the doctors and they told me it was a sebatious cyst, i took a course of anti biotics, but to no help the course was only a week long tho, but now i am moving country in a week today, i was wondering if i go back to doctors would they remove it | Hi dear ,Sebaceous cysts are the most common type of cysts seen in the ear. Cysts may occur when oils are produced in a skin gland faster than they can be released from the gland. Swelling behind the ear could be infected lymph node also . There are many treatment options for sebaceous cyst like injection of anti inflammatory drugs , incision and drainage and laser technique . If antibiotics are not working then doctor may opt any of the above technique . So i would suggest you to consult doctor again for proper treatment .Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari | |
Why am I unable to conceive?
hello, my husband and i are trying to get pregnant, but we have been trying for seven months. i have never been on the pill, or anything of the sort, but it seems like the sperm come out of me too soon. could these be the problem. i am only 20 yrs old and he is 21. | Hi welcome to healthcare magic.I have gone through your question.As sperms come out too soon is not the cause for infertility.You are trying for 7 months and you both are very young then i would advise to continue naturally for more 4/5 cycles atleast. Do intercourse in fertile period on alternate days.If not get success then go for ovulation profile, thyroid profile and histosalpingography HsG to gynecologist to rule out abnormality.And semen analyais for your husband.Then consult to gynecologist with these reports.Hope i answered your question.Would be happy to help you further.Take care. | |
Is it dangerous to have kidney having pole calculus with back pressure changes?
Rt kidney reveals a 8mm mid pole calculus with gr II BACK PRESSURE CHANGES. Another 5.6 mm approx is seen in the right proximal ureter. Lt kidney also shows a 4.5 mm mid pole calculus, no back pressure changes seen. Is it dangerous. My age is 21 yrs. | Hello and welcome to HCM, Kidney stones with back pressure changes is a dangerous condition if not treated in time. If the back pressure continues, it can lead to atrophy of the renal parenchyma and thus deterioration of renal functions. Thus, you need to consult your surgeon or nephrologist for management. You also need to get renal functions done to assess the status of renal functions. Thanks and take care Dr Shailja P Wahal | |
Dark and thick vomit after having seizures. On Keppra. Detected nocturnal seizures. Advice
My son is 22 and has been having seizers (grand mall) since age 10, he is under doctors care and on Keppra. However, in the last year after a night of seizers he will through up for days, dark and thick. He has what the doctor calls nauturanl seizers because they would only happen right before he work up in the morning and was still asleep. However, over the last few years he could have them while taking a nap even. | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.Vomiting is not related directly to seizures or Keppra (levetiracetam). However, in some cases, after vomiting and severe retching, gastritis or esopahgitis (inflammation of esophagus and stomach) may occur. So, it would be useful to get an evaluation done by a gastroenterologist.I hope it helps.Best wishes,Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)Senior Consultant Neurologist | |
Kindly suggest treatment for asthma alergy
I have asthma allergy since last 12 yrs. i have allergy from DUST, WEILDING HEAT & any sour like lemon etc. can it recover from alopathic treatment or have any treatment I alopathy ? | Hi, Thanks for query, You have to find out the allergen causing problems and avoid to come in contact. By trial and error you will be able to find out the allergens. There are few allergy tests are done in the skin to find out allergen,you may go for it. Meanwhile you can take antihistamines and anti asthmatic medicines. Ok and bye. | |
What is polycystic ovarian syndrome and how can it be prevented or treated ?
I am 26/f with hypothyroidism . I take 137 mcg of livothroid daily. I had a miscarriage in June 2011. After 2 cycles of mensuration I am trying to conceive now. I was testing my ovulation and it showed that I ovulated on September 21 and 22. The dates are completely different from what the ovulation prediction calendars have shown with my cycle length of 37. I ovulated almost 5 days later that what the ovulation predictors have said. I am concerned if I have PCOS because of my period cycles. I am overweight but I dont have any high blood pressure or diabetes. After my first miscarriage I started having hair on my stomach, chin, upper lip. My question is should I be really concerned about PCOS? What can be done to make sure that I dont have PCOS? | Welcome to Healthcare MagicSince you have hypothyroidism there will be disruption in normal menstrual cycle duration which makes cycles shorter than before. Also problem in ovulation will occur because of thyroid hormone deficiency and also high Prolactin usually associated with hypothyroidism. PCOS is a condition where hormone LH is high associated with high blood sugar due to Diabetes and also high male hormones like Androstenedione in most cases. If it is possible, do get tested for PCOS to rule it out. Miscarriages are common in hypothyroidism and may also be seen in PCOS. Main thing you have to do is to start losing weight which will help fertility drastically especially if you have PCOS. Avoid fatty, oily, junk food. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and green leafy vegetables. Drink plenty of water. Exercise daily by brisk walking for 40 minutes a day. Once you lose weight as well as maintain normal thyroid hormone levels, chance to conceive will be higher. | |
What causes chest pain, breathlessness, and nausea?
I am a 14 year old girl with a history of unexplained medical issues. I am 5 5 and 120 pounds. Recently I have had shortness of breath along with chest pain around my rib cage. My abdomen has been rather uncomfortable with some pain as well. I have been slightly nauseous, and have started having night sweats about every other night. Also have been itching all over my body. Any answers? | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!I passed carefully through your question and would explain that it is necessary performing a comprehensive differential diagnosis between different possible causes that may lead to this clinical scenario: a lung disorder, an allergic reaction, a metabolic disorder, an infection, etc.. Coming to this point, I would recommend consulting with your attending physician for a careful physical exam and some tests: - a resting ECG- a chest X ray study and pulmonary function tests- complete blood count, PCR, ESR for inflammation- thyroid hormone levels for thyroid dysfunction- blood electrolytes- an abdominal ultrasound- a urine analysis - allergy tests. You should discuss with your doctor on the above issues. Hope you will find this answer helpful!Kind regards, Dr. Iliri | |
What causes severe pain in the zygomatic bone?
I am having severe pain in the zygomatic bone directly in front of my ear and below my temple, hurts to lay on this side of my head, pain is constant and bone hurts to the touch. I have had TMJ before, and this doesn t feel muscular, feels different?? Should I have it checked out, or wait a little longer. It s been about four days and I ve been taking OTC pain relievers and NSAIDS. Thank you! | Hello,Your symptoms seem to be related to temporomandibular joint syndrome. Your temporomandibular joint is a hinge that connects your jaw to the temporal bones of your skull, which are in front of each ear. Simple self-care practices, such as exercising to reduce teeth-clenching caused by stress, can be effective in easing the symptoms. If the symptoms continue, I suggest to see as dentist for further evaluation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician | |
How to get rid of allergic rash all over the body?
my doctor was recomended me propasalic nf6 for my alargic rash all over the body ,whenever i use that medicine my skeen was compleatly cure but after few days rashes are came back. i want to know is prosalic acid nf6 is good for me ? and why my rashes with alargic problems are came back again and again | HelloThank You for contacting HCM.Prosalic acid is for rash over the body. I would recommend you following things:> Take levocetirizine one at night for 5 days.> Whenever you plan to dye your hairs then take levocetirizine before applying dye as a prophylactic medicine.> Take montelukast one daily for one month. Research has shown that it decreases the allergic symptoms considerably.I would also suggest you to under go allergy testing at allergy clinic as you have chronic allergy problem. It will tell that you are allergic to what specific thing. The results will help an allergist to prescribe you immunotherapy to that specific allergen and it will improve the problem.Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Wishing you good health. | |
Small bump behind neck, dizziness, euphoria on rubbing it, sharp pain in tongue. Cure?
I have a small bump on back of neck, either muscle or spine , not sure, when I rub it it gives me a weird sensation across back of head and neck , makes me kind of dizzy or euphoric, and feeling lasts for extended time. I sometimes wake up with soreness at site and across back of head. I also have been experiencing sharp pains in tongue while I sleep and sometimes bite tongue in sleep. | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.Your symptoms require detailed evaluation by a neurologist or a neurosurgeon.If possible, please send a picture of the bump over the back of neck. It may help in the absence of being able to examine you.Sometimes, an ultrasound or MRI scan of the bump can give us more clues regarding its nature.Blood tests such as vitamin B12 level and thyroid profile should also be tested.I hope it helps.Please get back if you require any additional information.Best wishes,Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology)Senior Consultant NeurologistApollo Hospitals, Hyderabad,My personal URL on this website: My blog: | |
What could numbness and tingling in left hand followed by similar sensation in whole left side body indicate?
I have had numbness and tingling in my left hand. Last week my left arm had the same sensation. This morning the whole left side of my body did. Symptoms never last long. I went to the doctor this morning. The EKG came back ok and they are sending me for a nerve conductivity test on Thursday. What could be the cause of this? | Welcome to HCM.Complete body profile investigations are necessary to diagnose the condition.Go for regular check up of blood pressure, cervical x-ray and if symptoms persist then ct-scan brain is also required.Start therapeutic dose of B12,folic acid,calcium,d3,minerals and other supplementsIntramuscular injections of B12,folic acid will be helpful to get fast recovery.Keep in touch with your doctor. | |
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 --> | |
How to treat UTI mediated sore and swollen gland in lower mons area?
Hi, I am recovering from a UTI (no antibiotics as frequency subsided after 24 hrs and drinking a vinegar/bicarb soda mix). But today I have developed a very sore and swollen gland in the lower mons area just above the labia majora and I feel like UTI symptoms may be reoccurring slightly. I can't get to a clinic until tomorrow, will this ease by itself? | Hi,It seems that you might be having acute urinary tract infection or infection in lower genital tract.You might require one course of antibiotic medicine for 5 days.Take plenty of water.Ok and take care. | |
How to remove the cysts from the head?
My wife has 3-4 cysts on her head. 2 of them are big like peas and other 2 are small. She did Dr Batra's treatment couple of years ago and as a result of which these cysts pop up. Onc has been removed in India 4 yrs ago. That time all other were small. Not 2 have grown big. It pains I she press them | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.I have noted your wife's clinical details.Based on the description, your wife seems to be suffering from sebaceous cysts.These are benign and harmless conditions and can be easily treated.The best treatment is surgical excision of these cysts, which can be done under local anaesthesia as a minor procedure.The surgery is safe and no complications are expected.I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you have any follow up queries or if you require any additional information.Wishing you good health,Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology)Senior Consultant NeurologistApollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, IndiaClick on this link to ask me a DIRECT QUERY: BLOG: | |
How can food and diet of a baby be improved?
My15months old baby boy doesnt eat properly.He had running nose and dry cough a couple of weeks ago. He had been vomiting whenever I tried to give him his meds. He did not eat anything except for water and a little milk. He s an above avg baby he weighed 13,6kg last week. But now he has gone down without eating. How to make him eat? He becomes very tired without proper food. He also has signs of cutting his molars. His gums are a tad swollen but not red. He cries every night after giving paracetamol he calms down. He also had ear infection along with cold I gave antibiotics and I think he s ok. I can t figure out the reason for his break down. Pls suggest some relief | Hi.....I take this opportunity to tell you certain scientific facts and relieve your distress - At his age interest in play increases and interest in food decreases. This is quite natural. If he is active and playing around you need not worry. This age rather than the quantity of the food I suggest you concentrate more on the number of times you feed him and also make whatever you feed him calorie dense by adding good amount of ghee to it.I suggest you not to use appetite stimulants on long run as they may cause drowsiness.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
What causes tingling feeling at the tip of penis?
Hi my boyfriend just started feeling a tingly feeling at the end of his penis and we haven t had sex in about two weeks or less and he just started feeling it today on the inside of the tip of his penis and we don t know if he has a diseas or anything. We really need answers and I m scared for him if it is serious | Hi,Thanks for writing in.If he has had sex on earlier occasions earlier and recently complains of a tingly feeling at the tip of penis then he must be investigated for any mild infections. This can be a simple urinary infection or infections like chlamydia. There is no reason to get worried. He can get urine tests done to know the infection. If there is no growth of usual infection causing bacteria then he might get examined in detail for chlamydia. It is important that you both avoid sex till his treatment id complete or only involve in condoms sex. The infections are treated by a short course of medications and might take a week. | |
What to do for severe chronic back pain?
im specified with chronic back pain syndrome, unspecified myalgia and myositis,lumbaosacral spondylosis without myelopathy,thoracic or lumbosacral neuritis or radiculitis. its getting worse.the pain is non stop. i cant sleep. ive had epidurals,rt s. NOTHING HELPS.What should i do? I cant live with this pain anymore. im in ALOT OF PAIN. | Hi,Welcome to healthcare magic.After going through your query I think your You are suffering from chronic backache.Treatment of back pain is exercises and analgesics (diclofenac SR). Sometimes strong analgesic(such as ultracet three times a day after meals) is required.Consulting with treating doctor is advised. Sometimes vitamin D deficiency is the cause so get your vitamin D checked .If it is low then vitamin D supplementation( weekly with milk) can be taken.Avoid long continuous standing.Sit in a straight posture.Eat milk, fruits and green leafy vegetables daily.You need to done MRI TO RULE OUT other causes. I think your query answered. | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
Bipolar disorder, manic episode, calms down in few minutes. Treatment?
Hi my mother has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder sometime ago, today she seems to be having a manic episode that i have never seen before, she is outraged and I don t know why. She doesnt take medication on her problem because she feels she doesnt need to. She has had episodes before but none like this, she usually calms down within minutes or so. I am very scared as to what to do. | Feeling that she does not medication could be a symptom of mania, if the diagnosis of mania or bipolar disorder is correct Bipolar disorder is known to have such episodes Such episodes in due course become severe and is difficult to control Better to seek a psychiatrist who might prescribe mood stabiliser, if diagnosis is actually bipolar disorder | |
Can medical marijuana help alleviate some of the pains?
I am in Oregon a Vietnam Nam veteran with80% service connected disability. I have PTSD, coronary artery disease. I also had an accident, broke ribs front and back on my right side and collar bone. Now have metal plates across them. I have recurring skin cancer, pain in my ribs, muscle cramps. I am wondering if medical marijuana would be helpful and if I would possibly qualify? Thanks... | Cannot predict in your particular situaiton. Marijuana has been used for PTSD and for pain management. | |
Can tiredness and weakness be due to mono?
I feel weak and tired all the time. I am not normally like this and my arms and upper body feel the most weak. what is this? Also I was diagnosed with mono begining of april but still feel terrible and I had mono 10 years ago it was not even close to this bad. | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.Yes, chronic infectious mononucleosis can cause this type of reaction.But you should be diagnosed with such a condition by PCR and its various antigens and antibody against it.This type of chronic infection has very bad prognosis. Even antiviral drug won't respond it.Only chronic fatigue specialist can help you. I advice you should visit to them. They will certainly help you.I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.Thank you,Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist,HCM. | |
Suggest treatment for severe bronchitis causing productive cough with blood
I am 65 years of age.I am a little smoker.I have asmatic problem & so I regularly use inheler.I am also a high blood pressure patient & it is now in controll by using medicine prescribed by doctor.Now a days in regular basis little amount of blood is shown along with cough.In X-ray report doctor noted that a few patches are shown within the lungs & it is a severe type of bronchitis & they also suggest for HR CT Scan of chest.What should I do now? | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. You should first quit smoking as soon as possible. If you don't stop smoking, you will never improve. Get done CT thorax to identify cause for these patches. If these are pneumonia related then you will need higher antibiotics. If they are bronchitis related then you will need longer acting inhaled bronchodilators (indacaterol and glycopyronium).Oral corticosteroids for short duration are also needed.Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
What causes lump under the arm?
hello doctor iam 50 years old and my height is 5"feet and my weight is 60 a lump has been formed under the right arm so we have done some testings in one of the report they have given smears sparsely cellular. so we want to know is this any serious problem. | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have lump under axilla. It can be enlarged lymphnode due to reactive hyperplasia or some soft tissue tumor like lipoma or neurofibroma. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology or biopsy of that lump. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should 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. | |
Suggest treatment for restlessness in legs and arms
I have received 3 intra spinal steroid injections. They all made me feel better for about 4 weeks then symptoms reappeared. I am currently taking Norco but limit it to evening. I also developed restless leg type symptoms after the injections and in my arms too. When I hurt I can barely stand to step up at all. Even a small curb. I am going to try marijuana. I just bought some in Colorado! My Dr says the next step is the electro stimulator. Anything else. I do auquasize. I walk my dogs when I can. I was doing yoga until the injections. | Hi, you can try few weight bearing exercises which will relieve our of the restlessness. you can also try warm pool aqua with weights generally suggested in dystonia. thank you | |
How is nasobronchial allergy treated ?
I am very confused regarding to my health because my doctor never tells me about the permanent treatment of my disease that is nasobronchial allergy . I am continuous taking the medicines (moteklucast & rotacap 200) from last six month. But from last 20 days I am not taking the medicines ,therefore again the condition is same.I am now suffering form sneezing , running nose and choking nose at night this creates problem in breathing .I am 20 years old girl and i am feeling bad due to these problem in front of relatives and friends.please help me to get rid from my disease permanently. | Hi, I have gone through your query. I would like to tell you one thing about the treatment of allergy. The only effective treatment of Allergy is avoidance of allergen ( Triggering factor). Any substance could be an allergen. Most common allergens for Naso bronchial allergy are dust and pollen. As far as the monteluKast is concerned - this is not useful in treating acute attack of allergy. It will help in reducing the frequency of allergic episodes. For it to be effective you might have to use it for years ( 2-3 Years). In very rare cases may have to be used for very long periods. Rotacaps will give you instant relief but will not effect the recurrence of allergic episodes. The only definitive treatment as i have mentioned earlier is avoidance of allergen. Just list out all the possible allergens with which you experience allergy. Try to avoid those allergens. Try using a cloth mask while going out. Using newer ntihistaminics like Fexofenadine 120 mg ( Allegra) will help you to counter acute attacks. Get your Blood Eosinophil count done. Based on the result. You can use some medicines like DEC ( Di Ethyl carbamazine) which reduces the eosinophils and will prevent recurrent attacks of nasobronchial allergy. But please discuss with your doctor before you start using DEC . Hope you got some solution. Wish you a healthy day Take care | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
What are the chances of pregnancy while on Postinor-1?
Hi I had unprotected sex less than 24hrs ago and I took one dose of Postinor 1 within 10 hours and another dose 6 hours after that. I had sex right in the middle of my most fertile stage and according to the calendar I am due to ovulate tomorrow. The ECP has failed for me once before back in 2008, what are my chances of it being successful this time around? | Hi, the chances of success is very high, but there remains a little chance of pregnancy even if you have taken it. So, if your periods delay, do a urine pregnancy test at home. If positive, consult a doctor if you don't want pregnancy. if negative wait for your periods. Hope this helps. Regards Dr khushboo | |
What causes yellow discharge from the genitals?
I've been having pale yellow discharge. I went to the doctor recently and I had a yeast infection. I took medicine for it and three weeks later I'm seeing some pale yellow discharge mixed with clear discharge. Is this normal or should I go to the doctor again? | Hi, I have read your query & understand your concern. The yeast infection recurs again due to- - insufficient medication in first course. Slightest of yeast hidden in vaginal folds can flourish back & cause symptoms.That';s why usually repeated courses are advised for complete irradiation of infection. - Mostly both sex partners need treatment. If not, after cure with medication, the infection is again transferred from infected sex partner.* both sex partners should go to the doctor again, get rechecked & take treatment advised . Thanks. | |
Suggest treatment for small pimples on thigh
My daughter has small red pimple looking bumps on her outter thigh. They started on the left leg and have spread to her left arm and now right leg. Some of them have white heads. I popped one if them last night and liquid puss came out. They do not itch or hurt her. HELP!!!!! | its an infective pustule . use mupirocin ointment on that 3 times a day along with an oral antibiotic like syp augmentin duo 5 ml twice a dayfor 5 days | |
What are the symptoms of bipolar disorder?
8 yrs. ago I was diagnosed with severe depression, and treated with mirtazapine. during the ensuing years I binge drink for 7-10 days 3 times a year. a fifth of vodka and a six pack / day. I don t eat. after I recover I m on a a high and go to concert, festivals , don t mind shopping or socializing. am I really bi-polar? I am a young thinking 71 year old living in a senior citizen apartment complex. | in bipolar disorder people could be having certain episodes feeling low, not interested in activities, disturbed sleep,poor appetite, low energycertain episodes feeling full of energy, increased activity, increased spending, increased talk ,feeling excessively happy | |
Suggest treatment for compulsive disorder
My question has to do with an associate, and may pertain more towards mental illness. Regardless he is a good friend and I would like to help. He demonstrates compulsive disorder, cannot stay still, walks around all the time, when standing sways from side to side. His correspondence sometimes is missing whole thoughts, does not make sense. He has become irratabile and looking for confrontation, in face will disagree with just about anybody. He does not want to see others grow in the jobs which is a big part of his job. Always negative and assignes projects which go nowhere. Can you help me....John V | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. The description given here may not be enough to diagnose your friends proper problem. But it seems to be hyperactivity rather than obsessive disorder. ADHD do have obsessive behavior patterns. Correct diagnosis and proper treatment should be done for a cure. Advising and motivating your friend to visit a psychiatrist is the correct thing you can do.If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques.Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
Is chicken pox, related with excess sores on mouth and nose in elderly?
My grandma is 65 and she has little sores all over her mouth that look like little pimples. She says she has sores in her nose and her eyes are really itchy and matted when she wakes up. She has no other symptoms. She has had little rashes like this on her body 4 other times. Her doctor told her that it's chicken pox, but she's baffled about how many times she can get this? | Hi, i do care for your concern.your history suggest more of shingles infection.it is reactivation of varicella virus, that lays dormant in nerve roots, that gets reactivated during later stages.You have not provided information such as lifestyle disease present if any, or medications if any.In most of the cases these this virus get's reactivated in diabetic's and with some medication's.The intense pain, can be managed with pain killers and anti-viral drugs would help a lot.however treating the other underlying disease is a matter of concern.Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help. | |
What are the side effects of zotreem extra capsule?
Hello, I m 27yrs old,m using zotreem extra capsule for slimming...there Hello, I m 27yrs old,m using zotreem extra capsule for slimming...there is a medical name for it i wanna know? And i heard it has side effects on body specially on brain! But m not sure that y m confused! | Hi, Zotreem-extra capsule is a nutraceutical which means a health promoting product which is claimed to enhance physical and mental activities of the body. Zotreem-extra although promoted as a weight losing pill is reported to be adulterated with harmful ingredients which may cause diarrhea, hypertension and depression. In view of the it is not advisable to use it for slimming purpose. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali | |
PCOS, taken tarana, aldactone, pivot 15, periods regular, weight reduced, trying to conceive
i am a 29 yr old lady.1 yr Before my marriage i identiifed that i had PCOS , doctor prescribed me tarana, Aldactone , Pivot 15 medicines. I took those medicines since 1 year. My periods became regular, reduced my weight . Now i am having only normal weight. My marriage was on Nov 2010, since 1 yr i am not taking any mediicne. as my hus is working abroad i could stay with him only 1 month.we tried for a child, i was not preganant. Now again after 9 months i reached near to my hus for 2 months. I want to conceive. what i need to do? i am getting periods after every 35 days.now 1 month already over, we keep trying for a child, my last period date is march 26th, still now i didnt have any periods. am i pregnanat?? i am afraid to test, but i have no preganacy symptoms...do i need to continue my mediicnes until i meet my hus next jan... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. You are living with your husband for too little time for a successful conception. Since your periods are overdue, you can test for pregnancy using a highly sensitive kit. It is not necessary to have some symptoms of pregnancy before testing the urine for pregnancy. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal drrakhitayal@gmail.com | |
What does lump behind earlobe indicate?
I have a lump behind my left earlobe. I have had it for about 3 weeks. It started out looking like a blackhead then finally turned back to skin colored and looked like it was getting smaller. Then today it became larger again and is now a blackish blue color. Almost like a bruise. What could this be? | Hi. This could be infected sebaceous cyst as per your description.Enlarging size with blackish blue color indicates that your should visit a Doctor to get this checked , get a prescription for an antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medicines and if needed a small incision drainage. | |
What is the bump on head scalp which hurts on touching and during movement?
hi i have had gastroenthistias and viral bacterial infection since january all has calmed since then but now i have got a bup on my head scalp somehow i havent hurt myself if i touch it it will hurt and sometimes when i move my head gives me sudden pain what is this | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some enlarged lymphnode, soft tissue tumor like lipoma or neurofibroma or some benign cyst like dermoid cyst. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should 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. | |
Will hysterectomy reversal cause normal sperm production?
My partner had a hysterectomy 13 years ago before we met. We want to have a baby if he has the procedure reversed will the sperm be the same as it was then. He is 42. Are we likely to conceive or is it best to try a treatment where the sperm is removed by needle. I am fit and healthy and he is relatively fit and healthy. Thanks. | Hi, Is it hysterectomy or vasectomy. Feel free to ask your doubt with more details. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr B. Radhakrishnan. Nair, OBGYN | |
Which out of Trika, Vertin or Vocita will treat giddiness and high BP?
I am 38 yearsold engaged in hard working Govt.Job.I felt giddiness and my B.P.was raised to 140/90.The Doctor Prescribed so many medicines including Vocita.5.Today One Doctor on the same Condition Trika..25 and Vertin 8 mgplease suggest me Vocita5 or Trika.25.. | Both tablets Vocita and Trika may relieve your anxiety but they can also produce sedation and they may not much helpful to your giddiness. Vertin may be a better drug for your giddiness; it also does not produce much sedation. You can increase the dose of the vertin to 16mg if your giddiness has not much improved. Your blood pressure of 140/90 is very mild and there is no need for concern. | |
Q. Why do women become fat during or after pregnancy?
Hello doctor, I would like to know why do women become fat during or after pregnancy? | Hello. Women become fat because of lack of physical activity, exercise, fluid redistribution during and post pregnancy. All these factors cause weight gain. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
What causes stomach bloating and loose stool?
Hi, my daughter is nearly 3, we ve moved from the UK to live in Turkey. Since we ve been here, for over a month, all her poos have been soft and quite loose and smelly. She s allergic to peanuts and less so to dairy. We avoid all these things, but in the UK she didn t do poos like these unless she had any hidden dairy. She also seems to get quite a bloated tummy and refuses to eat until the bloating goes down. I don t know what s causing the bloating or the loose stools. | can I have a detail history of her dietary intake and a stool examination for routine and for reducing substances. It will be a good idea to r/o Coeliac des ease also. | |
Does penicillin cause any affect on ITP?
male, 30 yr old., wt 55kg,ht 160cm...i was diagnosed itp early January...now on steroid treatment..last week my platlet drop to 37000....my problem is,yesterday i got job at pharmaceutical factory.and they need me to do test for penicillin...is penicillin effect for my itp? can i work in factory produce peniccil drug? hope u can help me..tq | Hello and welcome to HCM, ITP is an autoimmune disorder caused by viral infection most commonly. A large number of cases do not have any definite cause. ITP responds to steroids. Penicillin will not have any effect on the course of ITP, however, it can cause depression of bone marrow and thus reduction in bone marrow. Penicillin is not knowm to have such an effect, however, idiosyncratic effect or unexpected effects can occur. Get your platelet levels checked regularly. Thanks and take care Dr Shailja P Wahal | |
Suggest treatment for cataract in eyes of a child
my daughter got some eye sight problem by birth her eyes don't fix into the object she see now she is 7 years old in reason checking it is find out there is some development of catract in her eyes, she is not able to read from the black board in the school doctor please advice me to get the best treatment | Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The definitive and curable treatment of cataract in children is surgical if the child's general condition permits surgery.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Salah Saad Shoman | |
Suggest treatment for frequent wheezing attacks in child
I am looking for an allergy specialist in bangalore My son is 8.5 yrs old about 25 kilos since moving to Bangalore about a year ago having frequent wheezing attacks. Family has history of allergic rhinitis and allergic asthma. for my son wheezing is only since last one year after moving to bangalore | Hello.Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your child's history.For exact treatment, I would like to ask you a few more questions like - Does he have any other allergies (allergic rhinitis/atopic dermatitis)? How many times has he had wheezing in last one year? Does he have cough apart from wheezing? Is he able to be involved in sports and exercise like activities without any complaints? From your given history, I would suggest you as follows:1. Were I treating him, I would suggest him to use salbutamol or levosalbutamol inhaler via metered dose inhaler with spacer device whenever he has wheezing.2. If he has to use above inhaler frequently (more than twice a week), I would suggest him taking regular montelukast for at least 3 months.3. If he has allergic rhinitis (nasal discharge, sneezing, nasal congestion, etc), I would suggest to treat with montelukast and levocetirizine.4. Please try to avoid exposure to dusts, smokes and air pollution as much as possible. I would also suggest him a nutritive diet rich in vitamins and minerals (adequate amounts of green leafy vegetables, fruits, sprouts, etc).5. Personally I would suggest you allergy testing which will identify the substances causing him allergies and also how to avoid them.6. As you have asked about allergy specialist in Bangalore, I would like to inform you that there are many experienced allergists-immunologists in Bangalore. It is always desirable to find an allergist who is nearby to your residence and who is readily approachable.Hope above suggestions will be helpful to you.Wish your son the best of the health.Should you have any further query, please fell free to ask at HCM.Thank you & Regards. | |
Suggest medication for cough & chest infection
Hi, my 8 month year old has had a really bad cough for over two months now. He had a cold to which went away a few weeks ago but came back yesterday (runny nose/sneezing). He is also teething i think. We took him back and forth to the dr s over the past two months but they said his chest was fine. Took him again and they said it could be a chest infection. However he had to come off the antibiotics (amoxicillion) as looks like he is allergic to penicillin. He also had s&d whch lasted about two weeks but cleared up three weeks ago now. He is sick now and again but it s from coughing so much. He has suffered with feveral convultions at 6 months old. His temp is fine but his cough just wont go away and it is stopping him from sleeping well. Dont want to go back to the doctors as I feel like i m being a pain. Can these coughs last as long as two months? I hope you can give me some advice? Many thanks Katie Lewis (first time mother) | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Cough and cold are viral 95% of the times in children. For cold you can use anti-allergics like Cetirizine and for nose block, saline nasal decongestants will do. Paracetamol can be given, that too only if fever is more than 100 F. I suggest not using combination medicines for fever, especially with Paracetamol. For cold you can use Cetirizine. For nasal block, plain saline nasal drops will do, every 4-6th hourly to relive nasal congestion. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What causes on and off anemia and low WBC count?
I have had many tests in the last few years. Doctors can't figure out what I have if anything? Anyway I am anemic off and on. I'm 41 and healthy as far as what I eat and exercise. I've had bone marrow biopsy m(WBC) is low sometimes too. We don't know if the two are related. I've had a uterine ablation so I'm not losing blood. It seems to come in waves. One thing that we have not looked into is my micro valve prolapse. Could any of this be related? I have had GI tests to see if I have Celiac or colon cancer, many blood tests, not sure what else to tell you. | Hello and welcome to HCM,Low hemoglobin and low white blood cell counts is seen in bone marrow depression.Blood work up along with peripheral blood smear examination is required to know the type of anemia.Further investigations are required to know the cause of anemia.In addition, bone marrow examination is also required to know the status of blood cells in the bone marrow.Thus, consult a hematologist for further work up.Thanks and take careDr Shailja Puri | |
Q. What causes breathing problem and white fluid in the throat?
Hello doctor, I have a white fluid that goes up my throat and gives me breathing problems. It turns into some sticky glue and can dry up looking like paper. I have bumps on my right hand that keeps coming back and dries off after a few days. When it gets severe, it feels like needles in my hand. Some times the left side of my abdomen will hurt. Some times my testicles will ache. | Hello. Ok, you can purchase that Albendazole kit, but you do not know why? Get your stool examination done for ova or parasites to see if you have intestinal parasites. Sometimes the string you pulled from the skin might be fiber or due to damaged hair or skin. You can get a skin scraping examination done to rule it out. With regards to oral fluid, it might be a case of possible oral thrush. Get an oral swab culture done to rule out yeast infection and treat it adequately. I can only suggest taking, 1. Probiotics early in the morning for at least 10 days. 2. Maintain good oral hygiene. 3. Get checked by the dentist for a possible bad tooth. 4. Take antacids to stabilize stomach pH. Get upper endoscopy done to rule out stomach issue. This is the only way you can find what you have. Discuss this further with your caring doctor. | |
Can Maxozal medicine help to increase sperm count?
hi doctor,we are trying for a baby for 2years.when we went to doctor they gave test for both for me and my husbund.in my husband's report the sperm count was up to 7millions/litre,doctor told that it is too low.so he told us to see urology doctor,he gave MAXOZAL medicine for 3 months.is that drug will help to increase the sperm count.are we are going in correct way?plz help us. | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern for your husband here you made mistake you wrote "liter" I could guess this it may be wrong understanding, in fact the sperm count alone is not the criteria but other parameters should be consider for this which are missing here, again the count is not that much low, only one sperm needed for conception so keep trying, have a good luck. | |
What causes painful burning sensation inside the right upper arm?
I have a painful burning sensation inside my right upper arm. It is not a muscle pull or strain, I have had those, it feels like a nerve is being pinched. I also have a very bad sinus infection that I was in the hospital for on Monday. Could these be related? | Hello, As a first line management, you can take analgesics like Paracetamol or Aceclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopaedician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What causes pain in the leg, hip and shoulder despite taking Tramadol?
55 year old white male. Bilateral hip and leg pain at rest and worse with walking. Right shoulder pain and right arm numbness. No falls. He went to a local ER and they would not X-ray because he reported that he had not fallen. Trying to get into a physician but no insurance. Illinois Medicare is slow and he is waiting on approval. He has had two courses of steroids and muscle relaxers. Pain nit relieved with Tramadol. | Hello, I have studied your case. Pain around joint which can be due to avascular necrosis hip.Also there can be hip arthritis which can be degenerative or due to avascular necrosis of femoral head [AVN].I will advise you do MRI of hip and you can consult me with reports or with your doctor.Till time take analgesic and cartilage protecting medication like glucosamine sulphate.For hip arthritis joint flexion, extension and rotation exercises will help.Physiotherapist will help you better to learn more exercises in proper protocol.Diet rich in calcium and protein will help.I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.You should consult orthopaedic specialist for clinical examination and further management.Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.Take care. | |
What causes lump on the testicle?
ive got a lump on the bottom of my left testicle its like a series of lumps that ive had for as long as ive been alive so im talking 10 or 12 years in that time, the lump hasnt grown and i havent felt ill or anything for this long im feeling fine but just get curious about what it is my mates say its a cyst or something | Welcome to health care magic. 1.Sinece it been from years together over 12 years - the probable cause could be benign lump in the testis.2.It should be started with examination and an ultrasound that would help.3.Ultrasound will help to evaluate the nature of the lump, its source and where all it is extending. 4.If necessary you need to get an FNAC - fine needle aspiration cytology done to know the nature of the cells involving.5.Depending on the findings treatment will go on. Good luck.Hope i have answered your query.Any thing to ask do not hesitate. Thank you. | |
Prescribed Depakine and Roxizapin for mental problems. Thinking slowly, making mistakes. Possible to discontinue medicine?
Hi, Doctor, My brother had mental problems.. He couldnt think the right decision properly and what to say in the talking situation.. He had taken depakine and roxizapin for a year. Because of positive results after taking those drugs doctor advised to take just roxizapin and stop depakine. 6 months later doctor advised to stop roxizapin and to start sizodon.. He has been taking sizodon every day(half tablet)for a year. He has no any generally mental problems. Though sometimes he makes mistakes and he thinks very slowly and talk illogical things...sometimes he forgets things also, When i meant illogical not illogical absolutely, just he cant relates the cases and cant see the big picture of life.. is it possible to discontinue the sizodon? if he discontine with his doctor s advise what threats are expected|? The main question when it is possible to stop sizodon or he has to take it till dying--thank you very much! | It is not good to stop sizodon before consulting your doctor. Slow thinking may be side effect, but unlikely at lower doses. What seems you illogical may have some diagnostic implication to your doctor. | |
What causes constant weakness after recovering from typhoid?
hi doctor i had typhoid one month ago. i had taken treatment for 15 days. After 15 days, i had not fever and weakness but headaches sometimes. but after 15 days i eat heavy diet like chicken eggs and also paranthes. so now i am feeling weakness and therefor fever. what should i do now. | Hi,The typhoid attack might have been severe in your case and it will take more than 15 days to recover. If you have taken 15 days treatment then you should take nutritious home cooked food for about a month and half or 6 weeks. The food should preferably be home cooked and not spicy. What happens is that typhoid causes depletion of energy and this can take a bit longer course in some. Few people report weakness for 3 months after typhoid. It will also help if you can repeat widal test to make sure that you do not have any chronic infection. | |
Planning to take althea pill as contraceptive measure. Details of intake and time?
my bf will be home next month on April 30... my menstrual period is regular and i was just done a week ago... im planning to take althea pill in his coming for protection..when will be the right time to take the pill? its okay if will stop after his leaving on 2nd week of May? Looking forward for ur replies..thankz a lot! | Hi thanks for the query.Althea pill has cyproterone acetate which has antiandrogen activity and hence more side effects. It is mainly used when patients have acne/ PCOS also.If you don't have these, then you can try other pills with safe progesterone.Pills should be started on day 1 of menstrual cycle an the pack should not be left in between for its complete contraceptive effectHope this information is helpful and informative to you.If you have further queries you can directly reach out to me on the following URL: | |
Q. How to get rid of constant headache and dizziness?
Hello doctor, I have been suffering from constant headaches and dizziness. I have gone to the eye doctor multiple times, for eye dilation exam which came back normal, and then told I need to see a neurologist, which my eye doctor would not refer me to. My primary care physician has put me on antibiotics, which have made me sick and have done nothing for me, and now wants to put me on anti-seizure medication because she will not take the time to figure out what is causing the headaches and does not think I need an MRI. The headaches are all one-sided (the right), as well as the dizziness - all within the same spot. It gets worse with movement, and I have a job where I am constantly bending. Sometimes when I turn and then stand back up, I will be so dizzy I will stumble and then have to stand still and wait for the dizziness to go away. I have nearly fallen seven times within a week and almost got into a car accident because I was so dizzy. I was also at the hair salon getting my hair washed, and when leaning my head back into the deep sinks, there was so much pressure on that one spot of my head. On the ride home, I got my ophthalmic migraine, which I am sure was from that (I will see little black wisps like smoke that pulsate in front of my eye. Sometimes it is so severe it will nearly cloud my whole vision, and there have been almost three times. I have lost my sight twice entirely. Once when we were digging and once when I was walking around the zoo. The other time I came close, I was working at a nursing home, merely walking down the hall, and my vision started to go. I am not sure if the first two times were from heat, but I cannot stand the heat, and I will get very grouchy if I get too hot, even if others are not). Also, on the same night, that side of the head was so dizzy that I could not even walk and I could barely hear because my ears were so muffled. I also notice that at my job when one of the trucks go behind me and beep their horn, that side of the head will hurt. Also, if one of the big fans blowing on my face, I will make that side hurt as well. I should say I work in a plastics manufacturing plant working. There are loud grinders, but we all have eye protection and ear protection. I worked there for six months the first time, but I had to quit because I was feeling too horrible. I kept bumping into things. I have only lasted a month this time, and yet I still get dizzy. The nearly fal | Hello. I read your question carefully and would explain that your symptoms are suggestive of migraine. Thank you for the detailed information, which can undoubtedly help direct me as a doctor toward the right diagnosis. As the headache is always in the same part of the head, it is advisable performing a brain MRI. It is also advisable consulting with an ENT specialist to exclude an inner ear disorder as a possible cause underlying the dizziness (as head movements trigger it). In the meantime, I would suggest treatment with Verapamil or Propranolol for the headache. Anti-epilepsy therapy like Topiramate can be a treatment option if Verapamil does not help (this is a commonly used drug in migraine). If the dizziness persists, while headaches subside with the above treatment options, I would recommend starting Meclizine or Dimenhydrinate for the dizziness (these drugs are usually used to treat vertigo). I hope to have been helpful. I remain at your disposal for any further questions whenever you need. | |
Delayed menstration after taking Duphaston and browm discharge
Hi, I am 27 years old and trying to conceive, my Doctor advised me to take duphaston every 10th day after my period for 10 days.. Is it possible to experience delay in menstration after taking duphaston? 1st day of my menstration for the past 2 months is (May 14 & June 09) until now my period didnt come.. is it possible that i am now pregnant? and how will i know the number of my cycle and when is the best time to take a home pregnancy test? | Welcome to Healthcare MagicYes Periods will be delayed. After sometime your Doctor will stop this tablet and then you will have withdrawal bleeding. Once your cycles have regularized then you can conceive. | |
What is the treatment for rash and blisters?
HI, I have what look like bug bite but there is a rash-like ring around them with tiny blisters, and there are about 5 of those on my leg, arm and stomach and then my nose is covered in scabs and it leaks fluid when i wipe my nose and when blowing my nose it is yellow and rock like. | Hello. Thanks for writing to us at healthcaremagicFrom your description it seems like you have a condition known as Erythema Multiforme (EM).In EM there are targetoid lesions with central necrosis, edema and peripheral red rim. There may be fluid filled lesions if inflammation is intense.The lesions are commonly distributed on arms, legs and face.It is a type of hypersensitivity reaction to various triggers, most commonly Herpes Simplex Virus in people who have a history of cold sores.Treatment is with topical steroid+antibiotic cream combination and once daily Oral antihistamine e.g cetrizine 10 mg once daily.In those cases who are preceded by an episode of cold sores, a course of an antiviral is also warranted.Since the leson on your nose is also discharging yellowish fluid and had crusted lesions therefore likely it has developed secondary bacterial infection. In view of that I would also suggest a week of an oral antibacterial for a week e.g either flucloxacillin Or cephalexin.I would suggest that you visit a dermatologist in your region for a confirmatory diagnosis as well as appropriate treatment.Regards | |
What could cause severe asthma attack, in the early hours, that begins with a bowel movement?
I typically don't have asthma... But for about the last 18 m months I have been wait been waking up in the morning needing to have a bowel movement which triggers a really severe asthma attack with running nose and coughing to the point of vomiting. it's getting really disturbing. Do you have any advice I am 53-year-old female in good health and thin build . Thank you. | HIThank for asking to HCMYour symptoms are very unusual, bowel movement reflexes causing asthma is not related with each other but of course you might be getting too conscious and that causing sort of agitation, hurry , stress, and this may be the cause of asthma like symptoms, which doe not need any treatment just relax while go for toilet and this will not induce such symptoms take care have nice day. | |
What causes pus formation in receding gum line?
I dip tobacco and recently noticed part of my gumline has receded. Visually my gum line under my front bottom tooth has eroded and when I rub my finger along my gumline I can feel a clear recession only in that area. Also, when I push on it, a white substance (pus?) comes from the receded area as well as from under the tooth. How serious is this? | Hello, thanks for concern in HCM. gum line recession generally occurs in hard brushing , poor oral hygiene, calculus deposition, crowded teeth, and in tobacco and bearel nut chewing . here you did not mention about your oral hygiene status, brushing method. visit a dentist near by you because only by seeing your oral cavity he can diagnose .If you pus in your gums you may have pain but you did not mention about pain, if it is really pus you have to stop chewing tobacco and and start medication (dosage depends on your body weight ) and condern dentist for diagnosis and treatment. | |
What is the treatment for rashes caused due to shingles?
I am 56 years old. I have shingles for the second time in 6 months. This time the rash is on my arm near my elbow, about the size of an egg in size. The rash has lasted now for almost 3 months. It got better after about one month, but now has just stayed the same with no further improvement. Should I be concerned that it is not going away? | Hello,Welcome to HCM.Varicella zooster or shingles is a viral infection caused by human herpes virus III. The lesions can present in any part of the body and distributed along the affected nerve dermatome.The virus remains as dormant in the nerve endings for very long period, when ever the body immunity comes down it will flare up produces the rash on the particular nerve distribution.This is a self limiting disease and it will reduce by itself.I would suggest you to Apply cold packs on the lesion which will reduces the hives and pain,You can apply antiviral and steroid cream on the lesion.Oral antiviral drugsoral antihistamines.Thank you. | |
Are swollen feet, cellulitis and rash all over body prelude to dialysis?
my husband is diabetic, he has not been well lately. His feet has been very swollen, and he got celulittis on one of his legs. Today when he woke up he had a rash all over his body. He went again to the doctor and the doctor said that he believes it is from his kidney. he put him on predisone 20 mg. 2 times a day. What I want to know is this a prelude to diaylsis. thank you. | Hi, welcome to HCM.Looking to your husband's history, I as a nephrologist can understand your concern.In your husband's case, it is necessary to treat cellulitis with antibiotic first.Check basic urine report, S.creatinine and sonography to rule out kidney damage.It is not advisable to take prednisolone when there is active infection (cellulitis) in body.Consult nearby nephrologist with above reports or you can get back to me also with reports.Swollen feet does not necessarily indicate need for dialysis.So, don't get panic.I think this would be helpful to you.Best wishes. TC.Dr Jay Patel. | |
Suggest treatment for wart like lumps on the legs in a child
my daughter of 14 years of age has had wart like lumps on her legs for the last 2 and a half years, did appear to be getting better but now has similar rash on both elbows and knees. she also has 2 coldsaws on the corners of her mouth which she has never had before. can you hellp please | Hi... by what you say I feel that she is having viral warts. These may regress after cauterization or laser therapy.But skin conditions are always best diagnosed and treated after directly seeing them. So,o I suggest you upload some images on this website and get back to us so that we can guide you scientifically.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Q. My knee pain is so severe and it makes me impossible to walk. Kindly help.
Hello doctor,I have been having severe pain in my left knee for roughly three days now. It is on the inside of the knee and slightly behind the knee cap while standing and with my leg straight. When it is bent, it is on the outside of the knee too. I cannot put any weight on it, cannot walk properly without limping. It hurts to bend it and to straighten it fully. What it could be? | Hello. Sudden onset of pain at this generally indicates traumatic nature of suffering. It is possible that you suffered with some minor injury in last couple of days. The second possibility is an infection in which there may be redness and slight fever over the affected joint. In case both do not apply to you, there is ample possibility of arthritis. My advice is to continue analgesics along with the application of cold or ice on the affected joint. If you do not feel improved in next two-three days, seek the proper consultation from your doctor so he can examine and make a proper diagnosis. | |
What causes redness in the gums along with swelling and irritation?
My dentist is out of town for the week. I have swelling on my back left upper tooth that's very sore and red. This occurred 3 days after my dental visit. To clarify my gums were irritated after my denture mold but I thought it would go away but my gums swell bigger and are very sore. What do I do? | Hi..Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..As per your complain it seems that swelling of the gums in the area of upper left back tooth area can be due to causes like any left over root piece, any deeply decayed tooth or food or foreign body impaction over the gums..I would suggest you to consult a Dentist and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations like X-ray can help in diagnosis and treatment can be done according to the cause..As of now you can be advised a course of antibiotics, anti inflammatory painkiller and topical application of antibiotic ointment and antiseptic mouthwash.. Hope this information helps..Thanks and regards.Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora. | |
Is the test tube baby safe as a normal baby?
Dear Doctor, Many Greeings.. I am a 34 yrs married woman and have been trying natural pregnancy for 10 yrs but unsuccessful. I had already IUI and tuboplasty even couldnot get pregnancy..Now i am planning for IVF treatment . I have some confusions about IVF treatment. * Is test tube baby safe as normal baby?? I heard testube baby's health is more weak and sensitive then normal baby?? *Is first cycle Ivf treatment enough or need to do more times.. mostly which cycle is more succussful so far?? Thank you Regards Rabina | As far as test tube baby is concerned, there is absolutely normal and no chance of having a weak baby in comparision to normal baby.And regarding ivf cycle is concerned it is not sure that in first ivf cyxle u will get 100% success.One may go for 2,3,4 cycles if not getting success. And its depends on fertilization of both eggs that which cycle becomes successful.Hope you get success early!.. | |
Suggest treatment for nose block and sleeplessness in kids
My daughter is 1 1/2 yr old. She has severe nose block during last night. During the whole night she did not sleep properly. She was crying and had disturbed sleep intermittently. Kindly advise me on her treatment. Can we give her nebulization since she is breathing with mouth ? | Hello,Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your daughter's history and would like to make suggestions for her as follows:1. For nose block, I would suggest her saline nose drops regularly and frequently to open her nose. I would also suggest her use of a decongestant drops like xylometazoline (Pediatric preparation) strictly not more than 3 days. 2. If she has nose symptoms like running nose, sneezing, etc, I would also suggest her an antihistamine like cetirizine or levocetirizine for 5-7 days.3. If she has allergies, removal of allergy causing substances from her environment is very important.4. She is breathing through mouth because her nose is blocked. Nebulization should not be given for mouth breathing.Nebulization should only be given on your doctor's advise after examining her chest carefully with stethoscope.5. If above measures do not improve her nose block, I would suggest her nose to be examined by an ENT specialist so that cause of nose obstruction can be known.Hope above suggestions will be helpful to you.Should you have any further query, please feel free to ask at HCM.Wish your daughter the best of the health ahead.Thank you & Regards. | |
Suggest treatment for hallucination caused after stopping Cyclizine
HiMy wife has taken cyclizine HCI 50Mg tablets continuously now for a period. We think she has become addicted and in trying to stop taking thewm went off cold turket. she has experienced hallucinations such such as while I am driving, she thinks we are about to crash, i am driving too fast etc. also she has been rocking to and fro, grunting etc. what do we/I do to help her. she also take s codeine 60mg at about 300mg per 4 hrs to help relive the pain brought o by Chrons disease.Please helpTony G | Hello Cyclizine is an anti-histaminic drug used in a number of conditions like allergy, nausea. Its has potential to cause sedation and drowsiness. She is also taking Codeine which is an opioid drug. Use of both drugs together results in intense effects and a lot of individuals abuse the drugs together. Cyclizine increases the effect of Codeine. So abrupt stoppage of the drug has not only resulted in withdrawal of cyclizine but it has also resulted in side effects due to decreased effects of codeine. This is the reason of hallucinations she is having. She has intense anxiety which is due to withdrawal effects.Consult a psychiatrist for expert opinion. Ask her to not to drive for few days.Thanks | |
What causes irregular heart beat and puffiness below the eyes?
Recently I have developed puffiness below my eyes and irregular heartbeat. Since 29 November I have ceased taking my 50mcg of thyroxin as blood test showed my TSH indicated it was too much at this time. My weight is also creeping up, having gained 5 kilos in the past 12 months. I feel quite lethargic, tho' I guess this is because I sleep badly. | welcome to hcm ..weight going up ..irregular heart beat and puffiness eyes ..high tsh all point towards low thyroxine level ..please take thyroxine as proper dose as 1.5 microgm per kg per day ..at empty stomach ...best of luck .. | |
What is the procedure to pump blood in the arteries called?
I am scheduled for a roto rooter job on one of my heart arteries that has excessive calcification. My Dr says they will use a pump to keep my blood flowing while he works on the artery. I never heard of this before. OPen heart is not a n option. Can you tell me what this pump procedure is called? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. After going through your medical details, I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that you are going to get a Rota ablation with coronary angioplasty +/- stent. In this procedure a catheter is introduced and advanced to the coronary artery and a guide wire is used to cross the stenosis inside the coronary artery. The drill head is used to remove plaque deposits. The guide wire is used to advance a balloon and/or a stent to the site of the stenosis. You will be awake during the procedure and your heart will be working and pumping the blood. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Q. Will tight foreskin cause any problem in future during sex?
Hello doctor, My foreskin of the penis is tight. Is there any problem in the future during sex? My age is 20 years, male, and single. | Hi. If the foreskin has become inflexible, rigid, and inelastic, it may cause pain while having sex. It usually occurs due to a condition known as phimosis. The main cause being poor genital hygiene. Visit a urologist or a general surgeon to assess whether it will need partial or full circumcision or can be retracted fully without any surgical intervention. | |
Why am I getting pimples at the age of 27 ?
hi doctor ,i m 27 yrs old female,earlier i never used 2 get pimple bt now every day i hv a pimple coming up on my face .I had pores which are going on enlarging day by day.m very worried .pls help me doctor..... | hi at 27 yr ,pimple is due to hormonal reason it may be worse during or before periods. pore can be enlarge by hormone u need to consult dermatologist and take proper treatment do not popped or pick it. wash ur face regularly 3 times a day | |
What are the side effects of Tixylix syrup for chest congestion?
My son is 9 months old. Got cold n cough for ten days. Phlegm in chest. Gave tixylix syrup 2.5 ml thrice a day for 1 week. Cough is better now but he has got loose motions n gas now, i suppose as side effect of tixylix. Can i give him mucolite syrup for chest congestion? Advise dosage pls Shud i discontinue tixylix? | hi, Tixylix is a good syrup for chest congestion but it can very well cause GI symptoms in the form of gas and loose stools. Mucolite syp again is a decongestant used for similar purpose but has the same side effect profile in form of mild GI disturbances. The dose for mucolite(Ambroxol) is 30-80mg/kg/day. Give your child 2.5 ml three times a day. Also give syp levocetrizine 2.5 ml once a day to reduce running nose and decrease secretions. | |
Q. Due to negligence, I did not get RCT done and have pain now. Has the infection spread?
Hello doctor, I had my tooth checked up last year, and the doctor told me to go for an OPG as he was planning for a root canal therapy. But due to severe negligence and work, I could not do that. It is almost a year now, and tonight I am having a painful time. Please tell me whether there is a chance of spread of infection. Please help. My infected tooth is the right first molar of the lower jaw. | Hi. As per your history and associated symptoms, it looks like you have now acute pulpitis leading to acute apical periodontitis. That means because of open pulp chamber, it is now infected. You need to take antibiotics and analgesics for this one. In case you do not have any medical, allergic or any other systemic condition, I suggest: Also, visit a dentist again and get it checked if there are any chances of RCT to save this tooth as soon as possible. For more information consult a dentist online --> |
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