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Suggest a permanent solution for body itchings
I have itching in my body it becomes red. Earlier i was using cetrizet tab but now totally stopped. I am applying proppy genta nf cream for more than 8 years. But itching is not totally stopped. When I,apply proppy genta on the irritating skin , itching is getting stopped. Kindly advice for permanent solution for it. | Hi,You suffer from generalised pruritus of unknown origin. Kindly consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. After thorough examination and investigations, some clue to the diagnosis may be found. Accordingly you may be treated..I would suggest....- tab desloratidine 5 mg thrice a day- cap doxepin 10 mg at night- tab deflatort 6 mg in tapering dose- apply mild steroid cream- avoid soap - avoid contact with suspected irritant or allergen- treat systemic cause if foundI hope you might get relief after few months treatment. Thank. Dr. Ilyas Patel MD | |
Report showed high uric acid level. Done with kidney and liver function test. Should I be worried?
Hi,Prior to receiving my latest lab results in the mail I spoke to my doctor about the results via a phone call. He said that everything other than uric acid looked great including kidney function, liver function, blood glucose, and cholesterol. I received the results in the mail today and the uric acid reading was 8.4 ( down from 9.7 a year ago), albumin was 5.3 and eGFR was 76. I am 43 years old. Based on average reported statistics my eGFR appears to be low, although my doctor said my kidney function was fine. Is an eGFR of 76 low for some my age ? And do I have cause for concern ? I believe my eGFR was around 85 last year. | Hi thanks for your question. Your uric acid levels are slightly above the normal but have come down from the last year value that is good.Yes your eGFR is slightly decreased (normal vale between 90 to 120),but it is only taken as significant when it is less than 60.Nothing to worry. Hope this answers your question. | |
What causes painful lump on the neck?
Hi. My 8 year old daughter began complaining of a small bump on the left side of her neck. It moves a bit when I touch it. She does say that it is sore and hurts when she moves her neck. She has no fever or other symptoms. The bump is about the size of a pea. Any idea on what this might be? | Hi,dear thanks for the query to my HCM virtual online clinic.My diagnosis-is Lymphadenitis with mild infection of the scalp or of throat.Consult ER doctor.Hope this would solve your query.Wellcome to my HCM clinic once again.Have a Good Day. | |
Can Ascoril LS syrup be given for cough in a 4 year old?
Hello doc my son is 4 yrs old with 15kg wt. he is having cough for the past week We let it go.but there is no relief for him. Last time doctor gave me one ventryl D syrup. Shall I continue that or should I give as ascoril ls + for easing him the cough. Please advice | Hi... as the kid is now about 3 years, you can use promethazine syrup if it is dry cough. This is a first generation anti allergic also. So this will take care of cold also. But this is a prescription drug and you will require a doctor's prescription for it.Ascoril LS is a combination drug which is used for wheezing. Usually I do not prefer using combination medicines for cough and cold.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Q. Will a child with spondylolisthesis be able to play sports?
Hello doctor, My 10-year-old daughter just found out she has grade 3 spondylolisthesis. I am assuming she is done ever playing sports again? | Hi. I do not think there will be any problem in playing sports when she grows up if she takes adequate precautions. Spondylitis is not a disease. It is not curable. If she takes proper care and does some exercises she will definitely recover. You should also consult some physiotherapist for this problem. Also, she should take a good proper and balanced diet that is rich in Calcium, Proteins, Vitamins, and Minerals that provide adequate nutrition to the body and hence proper growth that can help in the curing of the problem. | |
What does abdominal pain radiating to anus along with vomiting indicate?
I am a 29 year old female 5'9'' and 312 pounds. i have been dealing with stomach pain since last friday went to the ed. Ct was done and revealed a bone like structure in my right side small bowel measuring 20mmx7mmx7mm. I have also been having vomiting and last night i started having lower abdominal pain severe radiating to my anus. | Welcome to healthcare magic! It looks like Acute appendicitis, inflammation of appendix. Do you pain and tenderness on the right lower side of abdomen? Consult surgeon immediately, because if it is appendicitis and not dealt timely, can cause major complications. | |
Q. Accidentally, I ate a small piece of paper. What to do now?
Hi doctor, I accidentally ate a small piece of paper last night. I drank plenty of water and also ate normal food, but still I can feel it. What to do? | Hi. I can realize the sensitivity of the issues you have right now. But do not worry as there is nothing that cannot be managed. For further information consult an internal medicine physician online --> | |
Suggest treatment for abscessed tooth
I was told years ago that I have an abscessed tooth and needed a root canal. I have had no work on this tooth. There is a small bump under the tooth on my gum line & occassionally it will get sore & I will burst it and floss & brush and it will be fine. The tooth never causes me any pain. Do I have any need for concern? | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The bump over the gums below the tooth is because of the abscess or collection of pus secondary to teeth or gum infection. Consult a oral physician and get it evaluated. If I am your treating doctor, I would have suggested you to take radiographs like RVG or IOPAR to rule out gum and teeth infection.If it is a gum or teeth infection i would have prescribed a course of antibiotics like amoxicillin and metronidazole (if you are not allergic). Then i would have suggested to go for scaling and root planing for gum infection. RCT or extraction if it is a tooth infection.I hope my answer will help you, take care. | |
What could dilation of kidney pelvis in ultrasound suggest?
I just had an ultrasound which showed moderate degree of dilatation of right kidney pelvis, there was no obstruction or lesion . While my doctor asked me not be concerned , I was wondering shud I be concerned . All my blood reports were normal I terms of any kidney disease. I am concerned about tumor or any other things | dilatation of renal pelvis can indicate 2 things..1. obstruction 2. normal variation which can be seen in certain individuals. to proceed further, it would be better if we have a CT urogram and diuretic IVP/renogram. i would suggest to have a CT urogram first | |
What is the chance of having baby during trisomy?
Hello I am 5 weeks pregnant and am concerned because one of my previous pregnancies ended with miscarriage caused by trisomy 9. This will be my 6th pregnancy. No live births. Will all babies conceived end with trisomy 9. Are there any cases where people who have had miscarriages have happy healthy babies afterwards. | Hi don't worry it happens by chance and you can have a healthy baby. Just do a first trimester screening. Also you can do a karyotype for yourself and your husband. | |
Suggest treatment for brain fog, joints pain and ringing in ears
I am 7 years post tx of HCV and am still UND. I am suffering from Brain fog, pain all over, (muscle and joint) RA+, numb hands, ringing in ears and sinus problems that came on with tx and have never gone away. Extreme fatigue. Plus more I can t think of now. Could this be from the Peg. Interferon during tx? | Have a balanced diet. Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol. Get Your ESR CRP tested in blood. You could be having systemic inflammatory disease. Take pain killers. Keep well hydrated. Consult a Rheumatologist to rule out Fibromyalgia. | |
Suggest treatment for hairloss
Respected Sir, Im 18 years old and im experiencing hairloss.I can see reduced density of hair in my head and my hairs are thinning.I stayed away from home for 2 years and water was muddy there.I dont sleep regulerly sometimes 12,1,2,3 etc and get up as i wish and also i dont have diet at proper time maybe breakfast at 12 lunch at 5 .Iam always tensed as im a student and hairloss makes it further worse.Please help me.2 doctors whom i consulted told me that im suffering from androgenetic alopecia.My Father is not bald and my mother's father was not bald but my grandfather was bald and 5 of my uncles are bald. | Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.I appreciate your concern regarding hair fall. Hair fall is usually ascribed to multiple factors like diet and nutrition, hormones, stress, cosmetic products etc.From your description, it seems you might be having Male pattern hair loss or Androgenteic alopecia, which is due to male hormone, testosterone. If i were your dermatologist/trichologist, i would like to take through history including family history, history of recent major trauma/illness/stress/medications etc, and recommend some basic investigations like CBC,blood sugar, Thyroid function test.I would suggest you a course of oral tablets containing biotin and other essential vitamins and minerals for minimum 3-6 months. Also, would put you on solution containing 10% minoxidil once a day and a hair serum containing peptides for hair growth at night.(Q sera etc). Finateride can be used in selected patients after thorough counselling and checking your liver function. Finasteride, inhibits metabolism of testosterone at hair root level. It sometime leads to embarrassing side effects like impotency, decrease in semen volume but which are totally reversible on stopping the drug.I would advise you use of gentle shampoo and conditioner on regular basis and use of coconut oil twice a week.Avoid combing in wet hair and let them dry by wrapping in towel. Avoid blow dryers and hair-color/dyes. Take plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet and try to de-stress your routine life.Hope your queries are resolved and wish you best of health.Thank youDr Hardik Pitroda | |
What does brown colored urine and frequent urination indicate?
My three year old urinated rustic or brown pee yesterday at 2:45. That was the last time he urinated until 8:45 this morning at school. Which isnt normal for him to not pee. Then when his teacher contacted me she said he urinated alot, but the urine was yellow with black specks in it, tiny ones, what could it be. He has no discomfort yet,and no fever. Can u help me with this | Might be cystitis. Go for urine routine followed by urine culture and usg abdomen. U will find haematuria with pyuria in urine routine. Require course of antibiotic. | |
Have infection with lymph nodes in neck. Test showed elevated ALT and AST level. Hepatitis?
Hi, I received my blood test with elevated ALT 49 and AST 41 levels. I have always and even up to a month ago had ALT and AST levels in the 20s range. I am a 34 year old female. I have currently reduced my synthroid medication from 50 mcg to 25 mcg. Other than that, I haven t changed anything else. I recently am also dealing with an infection with my lymph nodes in my neck. Should I get tested for hepatitis? I keep reading online that elevated liver enzymes (ALT and AST) means you could have hepatitis. Or could this be caused by the reduction of my synthroid thyroid medication? | Hi AS per your letter,your ALT and AST are mildly elevated.No need for further evaluation regarding this. These enzymes are elevated not only in Hepatitis,but also on many other diseases.so,There is no need to test for hepatitis now. There is no relationship to the reduced dose of Thyroid medication. But,Enlarged Lymphnodes in the neck have to examined and evaluated.It may be due to simple infection or Tuberculosis or Cancers like lymphoma etc Please consult your surgeon and proceed. Wish you good health | |
Can Flaggil be given to a child for loose motions?
My 8 months daughter is having loosemotions and vometing for last 3 days , she is now admitted in hospital and being given the following drugs Flaggil,rantac,odencetra,amikacin..... is the treatment is correct because she is still passing stool frequently and no improvement | Hi, As per your query, your child has symptoms of loose motions which seems to be due to acute gastroenteritis which is a type of viral infection. It could be due to electrolyte imbalance in the body. Need not to worry. I would suggest you give child proper rest. You should have plenty of fluids to rehydrate. You should take a diet rich in multivitamins. You should do tepid sponging as well. Visit gastroenterologist once and get it examined. You should get blood tests done to find out the underlying cause of your condition whether bacterial or viral and start treatment accordingly. The treatment prescribed by your physician is correct. Your symptoms will resolve in 3-5 days. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Harry Maheshwari, Dentist | |
Please suggest treatment for throat sinus infection
i have been on 3 different antibiotics over 2 months for throat sinus infection. My throat started hurting again on right side. have pus coming from roof of my mouth behind uvula. sore throat keeps coming back before i finish antibiotic. i am now on my last day of biaxin. 55 years ols | 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.I advice you to do culture and sensitivity from the pus that coming out of the back of your mouth.It will guide you regarding the probable organisms and it's sensitivity pattern.Once the report is available to you, you can take the drugs according to it.You might be having resistant infection that is why it is not responding to the drugs and it is recurring there after.Please maintain the life style more hygienic and healthier. This will equally affect the disease as antibiotics do.I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.Thank you,Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist,HCM. | |
What causes blisters on face and neck of 5 month baby?
we have started feeding our baby with rice cerelac, apple, banana to our 5 1/2 month old baby for a week now. lately we are noticing few blisters on his face and around the neck please advise if we need to be worried or discontinue the above items. He is on formula milk since birth as well | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic. Skin conditions are best diagnosed only after seeing directly. I suggest you to upload photographs of the same on this website, so that I can guide you scientifically. Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed)., | |
Suggest treatment for chronic liver parenchymal disease
My mother is 63 years old and suffering from Chronic Liver Parenchymal Disease with swollen portal vein and Ascites fluid. All the symptoms match like swollen legs & feet, continuous coughing and problem of short breathing. As doctor say, she is in her third stage of said disease. Recently the ascites fluid was drained out and it was about 2.5 litres. The sme was analysed and one of the report revealed her protein to be 2.5, RBC as +; WBC-800 & lymphocytes to be 100%. Would like to understand what this disease is and how far her liver is functioning. Her health is deteriorating day by day and she is loosing weight. We would like to know in which direction her treatment should start..rather what is the next step and probable medicines to be given. | Hello, Unfortunately Chronic liver disease is not a curable condition. It can arise due to various reasons like prolonged diabetes, viral hepatitis, certain alternate medications etc. In CLD the liver functions are compromised. The protein albumin decreases and pressure in the portal vein increases (as the liver gets shrunk). This leads to fluid accumulation in the abdomen (ascites) and swollen legs (oedema). Fluid overload in the body and ascites can cause breathing difficulties. It is important to check the ascites fluid as it may get infected and an antibiotic course is needed in that cases. There is no specific treatment for CLD. The mainstay of therapy is supportive like prevention of constipation (by lactulose syrup), prevention of bleeding (by Vitamin K injection), drainage of the ascitic fluid, intravenous albumin etc. The liver function tests (including INR) and complete blood counts need to be monitored. Your Gastroenterologist may plan for an endoscopy to check for an venous swelling in the oesophagus. You just need to monitor for some dangerous signs like confusion, severe abdominal swelling, black stool, bleeding from any site. I can just advise to reduce the salt intake in the diet and fluid restriction (depending on urine output). The medical therapy needs to be discussed with your gastroenterologist in details. The only definitive therapy availability for a decompensated chronic liver disease is a liver transplant, which I am sure your doctor must have explained about (the risks and benefits involved). Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Ayusmati Thakur | |
How to balance prolactan harmones to get pregnant?
Hi Dr, I have not got pregnancy, I have gone to hospital for check up on the second day of my normal periods. I came to know that Prolactan harmone is 98 (seems to be high), FSH is 10.40, is that beacuse of this i am not getting pregnant ?How can we balance those harmones to get pregnant ?What diet we have to follow to balance the harmones ? | Hi,With an abnormal hormonal profile associated with infertility, the proper mode of approach is to rectify the abnormality through appropriate medication and monitoring along with nutritional supplementation, maintenance of a normal BMI, exercise and a healthy diet. You should see an endocrinologist and an infertility specialist for proper management. Please do not worry, most of such problems are correctable. Good luck. | |
Took nordette after intercourse. Had brown discharge. Is it normal?
hi!my LMP January 19, 2013 and i have a normal 28 cycle. me and my bf have sex January 27 and 28,2013 after we did it i took nordette by 28 4 pills and another 4 pills after 12 hours after 16 days i have this old brown discharges and its kinda heavy it like a menstruation period already.is it normal?or do i have to do a PT already? | hi, welcome to healthcare magic. i would suggest it good to get a pregnancy test done to be sure. nordette is a hormone based pill so has an effect on your hormones causing you to have irregular menses. if pregnancy test is negative then it is normal to have irregular periods but if it persists then you need to see a gynecologist for further review and follow up. hope to have helped to answer your query. takecare | |
Suggest treatment for prostrate cancer
why am i shooting out blood clots big and small everyday for 3 months i have prostate cancer had the turp done in jan. of this year was ok untill put a tube up me for a cultuer pee test then when i got home bleed and did big chunks for 2 hrs. could they have broke something loose?? and how do i fix this problem?? | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Cancer is a condition when there is uncontrolled proliferation of abnormal cells any where in the body. In prostate cancer there is proliferation of cancerous cells from the prostate gland. It is important to know the stage of cancer you are having and any infiltration of the cancer to the adjacent organs.Any approach to the prostate during TURP is from the urethra which is the urinary passage connecting the urinary bladder to the outside. The urethra is a delicate tube and it is possible to have it damaged during surgery and investigations. The bleeding you experienced can be from an injury to the urethra. It is also probable that there is recurrent cancer and infiltration of the urethra after your surgery. In this situation please consult your doctor immediately and get investigated and treated if the bleeding continues. Please do not worry. | |
Would oval red bruise on my forearm be ringworm infection?
Hi, I'm a 31 year old male, I've had a red oval bruise on my forearm for about a month, I don't know where I could of gotten it from, it doesn't hurt or itch, it's been the same colour for weeks it's approx. 2 inches long and 1.5 inches wide. Also I've noticed another two red bruise marks, one on each upper arms and a little larger in size. Not sure what it could be, was thinking ringworm!? but doesn't really look or seem like it could be that, any thoughts>? | Dermatologic conditions are hard to evaluate without seeing them in person.but ringworm (due to a common fungus not a worm) would typically be a red or hot pink oval with a raised outer border. treatment helps it. | |
Can increased masturbation lead to hair loss and baldness?
yup i have been doing masturbation from last 5 years and day by day i increase in it from last 1 year i noticed that i started loosing my hairs n i got some bald patches on my scalp which looks very bad i want to fill them again so is there any cure for me i really fustrated bcz of this problem | Hello. Thank you for writing to us at healthcaremagicMasturbation has no role whatsoever in the causation increasing hair loss.The most common cause of hair loss, specially in males is androgenetic alopecia.In androgenetic alopecia the tendency for hair loss is inherited. Patients notice a gradual thinning from the front and top of the scalp.This may also be accompanied by receding anterior hair line and V shaped appearance of the anterior hair line due to widening and deepening of hair line at angles.I suggest you to visit a dermatologist in your region for a confirmatory diagnosis.Minoxidil and Finasteride are approved remedies for androgenetic alopeciaRegards | |
How to relieve shivering after tooth extraction?
Hello doctor,My 14 year son got his tooth extracted. There is no clotting but he is shivering. this is after 4 hours of extraction.there was no infection with his tooth but the tooth was removed to facilitate using clip. He slight cold .What should I do Pl advise immediately. he has taken pracetomol 50 mgK. Prakash YYYY@YYYY Please help me immedialtely as it midnight in India and could not go to clinic at this time | thanks for your query, i have gone through your question, nothing to worry about the shievering, it will go off in another 1hour...just give paracetamol 500mg for two days...three times daily....give soft diet and let him consume more of liquid...if it persist still then consult a physician...i hope my answer will help you..take care... | |
How can shortness of breath be treated while on Diazepam, and Propranolol?
Hello I have short of breathing third week. I was taking diazepam and inhaler for for days and now I started propranolol. It s my second day of taking it ... but there is no proof . I don t want and anti depressants. Please suggest me what I have to do ... I am so scared | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Shortness of breath is mostly seen with heart and lung diseases. So, better to consult doctor and get done blood pressure monitoring, ECG and 2D echo to rule out heart diseases. Get done chest x ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). PFT will also tell you about severity of the disease and treatment is based on severity only. You might need new inhaler based on the severity on PFT. If all these reports are normal then possibility of stress and anxiety related breathing difficulty is more likely. So better to consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on its solution. You may need newer anxiolytic drugs like Propranolol or Flunarizine or Zolpidem. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What helps with pain in lower stomach side and bloating?
Yes, I'm having a big issue involving my stomache area and becoming concerned. I'm NOT pregnant at all as I've had my period last month and havn't been sexually active. I get pains on the lower left side of my stomach here and there. My stomach has recently kind of bloated big and I've tried doing abdomen exercises also. I just need to know what can help the issue: Medications or tricks please. | The bloating of abdomen may be caused due to gastric problems like mucosal irritation, hyper acidity, peptic ulcer etc. this is mainly caused due to improper food habit, untimely food, long gap between diets, spicy food or fastfood. this can be cured by proper intake of food and also some ayurvedic medications. Shanka bhasma 2 pinch with honey thrice a day before food, and laghu sootsekar ras 1-1-1 after food for a period of 14 days. increase the use of buttermilk which is not sour. and take non spicy food. | |
What causes electric type pain in tongue?
Last night I was awakened with a sharp electric-type pain in my tongue. It happened twice in the night. I am 59 years old and this has never happened to me before. When I touch the side of my tongue there is a bit of sensitivity and tenderness. What could be causing this? What type of doctor should I see an ENT? | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The electric shock type of pain in the tongue could be because of the neuralgia of the lingual nerve. Consult a oral physician to rule out neuralgia from other conditions like any lesions over the tongue. If it is because of neuralgia then you have to consult a neurophysician and start with carbamazepine therapy. I hope my answer will help you, take care. | |
Can my father undergo for kidney tumor operation. He has Hepatitic C, thyriod and neuro problem
My father in law is 62 years of age and suffering from a tumor in one kidney and the doctor says it needs to be operated. The problem is that he also has Hepatitic C and neuro problem with Enchaphalitis . He alsohas a thyriod of 14.5 , Pls advise if this surgery has a life risk | Hepatitis C, but is there any liver damage resulting into chronic hepatitis. If no, still the treating surgeon needs to be cautious as there is risk for the surgeon and the operating staff. Thyroid problem can be controlled. What kind of neuro problem does he actually has. It needs to consulted and clarified with neurologist. | |
Any suggestion for suffering from hepatic encephalopathy?
Hi doctor,My mother 74 years old has hepatic encephalopathy.I saw on internet there is only on medicine for that, the name is Hepa-merz,but the doctor told me that we can't do anything...The thing is I live in France and in France that medicine doesn't exist...Anyway,do you really know if that medicine is very efficient ?Because may be I can have one more chance to see my mother feels better .kindest regards. | Hi thanks for contacting HCM.Hepa Metz is original German drug that is detoxint ...so improve liver health....But here your mother have encephalopathy.And it might be severe grade so that doctor telling its serious....Mostly here she could have cirrhosis induce encephalopathy.The drug can be used is lactulose or rifaximine that can decrease ammonia production...Stop using diuretic if using as it can aggravate condition.Take protein free diet.Final ultimate treatment is liver transplantation if feasible.Take care.Dr.Parth | |
Can frisium cause any side effects and dosage in kids?
my daughter is three yrs old.she had three febrile seizures due to fever,the first one around 1 1/2 yrs ,second one within 3 months and the third one around 2 1/2 yrs.now she started to take frisium tablet 5mg when she has fever.i need to know whether frisium has any side effects and can you tell me the dose to be taken at the time of fever and for how many days?she weighs 16kgs.is that true that these seizures will occur upto 6yrs and cause any problem in future? | Hi...febrile seizures are seizures which occur during high fever in some kids. They usually occur form 6 months to 6 years of age and usually are self limiting after 6 years of age. They usually do not leave any focal neurological deficits also. Rather than the height of the temperature the rapidity of rise of temperature is more important. In general, antiepileptic therapy, continuous or intermittent, is not recommended for children with 1 or more simple febrile seizures. Parents should be counseled about the relative risks of recurrence of febrile seizures and recurrence of epilepsy, educated on how to handle a seizure acutely, and given emotional support.If the seizure lasts for longer than 5 min,buccal or intranasal midazolam may be used and is often preferred by parents.If the parents are very anxious concerning their child’s seizures, intermittent oral diazepam (0.33 mg/kg every 8 hr during fever) or intermittent rectal diazepam (0.5 mg/kg administered as a rectal suppository every 8 hr), can be given during febrile illnesses.Such therapies help reduce, but do not eliminate, the risks of recurrence of febrile seizures.Regards – Dr. Sumanth | |
How can I clear my face of acne and acne scars ?
I have been having a problem with acne on my oily skin from since i can remember and have tried almost every product on the market. Some say because i am African American i cannot use every and any product others say the colour of my skin does not matter...idk. I am just so frustrated! Although my acne is not as bad as before, now i to deal with both acne and dark spots from previous acne. Any ideas on how to clear my face from both? Thank you. | Hi Welcome to HCM Read your prob,do not worry this is most common prob among all oily skin. for it you should start frequent face wash, along with it you should take any multivitamin n minral tab as per advise of your doc. high protine diet is good for healthy skin n it can reduse your scar marks. Dr aseem aseemadhuri@gmail.com | |
Q. Every time I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Why?
Hi doctor, I am a 26 year old male. I am 5 feet and 9 inches tall and weigh 255 pounds. When I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Sometimes when I have constipation as well, I poop a little bit of blood. I am really scared that I have colon cancer. I do have diarrhea often. I do not have a family history of colon cancer. I got blood tests done last night. Please find my reports attached. | Hello. I have gone through your information and test reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). So, in view of that, there are a couple of things that I can opine upon: Hope that helps. For more information consult a general surgeon online --> | |
Does raw milk help in improving baby s complexion?
SOOTHING MOISTURING AGENT AS RAW MILK HAVING FAT WILL WORK .is it true that it helps to improve babies complexion to be fairer?my niece was born dark but has become fair after the mother has been applying the Johnson & Johnson s lotion(pink colour) for the baby everyday.. | Hi...it not true. Applying raw milk will not change the final complexion of the baby. Complexion is determined by genetic characters and it cannot be altered by applying creams or lotions or raw milk. All thee are myths please.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
What causes chest pain and heart palpitations?
I have been having chest pains for over a week now. Two years ago I went into the hospital for chest pain and headache that I had over a week, and was diagnosed with high blood pressure and I was almost in stroke level. I now take blood pressure medicine. But lately my chest has been hurting and my heart seems to be jumping all the time and my head doesn't feel right. Have had heart tests/stress tests done before and was told everything was ok. A while back I was told I had an irregular heartbeat and enlarged heart. Dont have too much confidence in doctors because of too many different diagnoses. Why does my heart hurt and jumps? | Dear friend, Greetings from HCM. Yes as you told there are lots of causes for palpitation and chest pain. Simple reasons could be anxiety, anemia, hyperthyroidism please get evaluated and rule out all these . Meet your physician take all the reports or x ray films etc., with youTHANKS a LOT ans do contact for more queries | |
Q. Will Kalarchikai cure multiple ovarian cysts in PCOD?
Hello doctor, I have multiple small cysts in both ovaries (PCOS). Our family friend suggested me to consume Kalarchikai medicine, powdered mixed with pepper and honey to have it for one mandalam (48 days). I have completed nearly 44 days by consuming one small ball of the mixture every morning and before two weeks I got my periods. Then I had checked whether the cysts were dissolved by having an abdomen scan. But still, small multiple follicules have been seen in it with both ovaries enlarged. Kindly suggest me what I can do further. I got married before one and a half years and I am much worried about my pregnancy. I have gallstones as well. | Hello. I just read your query. See Kalarachi Kai choornam is helpful in amenorrhea. As far as small cysts are concerned they are unmatured eggs which failed to induce menstrual cycle previously, as a result, they got collected in the ovary and they will remain in the ovary. Now, you have got your periods you can start trying for conception. But I advise you to do it under the supervision of a nearby gynecologist because egg size is important while conception and that you can know by ovulation study. Ovulation study is performed under the supervision of a gynecologist. For gall stones, surgical intervention is required generally. Medicine is not of much help. | |
What are the symptoms of left ventrical?
Two days ago I went to a Carenow for dizziness. Eventually they gave me levaquin for pneumonia, and said I need to see a cardiologist for a possible enlarged left ventrical. After one dose of the levaquin I had slight tinggling in my left arm this morining which I know is a side effect. However, they said it was why I needed to see the cardiologistwhich I do in four days. Just nervous if it needs an er visit. Right now I have a slight pain on my right side whichs feels like my lung over there. I didn't have fluid on my lungs, so hopefully we caught it early. Is this normal reaction? 37 white male non-smoker. | Hello,Left ventricular hypertrophy simply means there is enlargement of the left ventricle (lower chamber of the left part of your heart). It is most times caused by high blood pressure or common in athletes. So the cause of your LVH can be known from your symptoms or history. Your chest pain is due to pneumonia, should resolve once you complete pneumonia treatment.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Isaac Gana | |
What are non-surgical options for treating chondrophathy with subcortical cysts?
MRI results show I have severe chondrophathy with subcortical cysts on knees and a lateral tilt on patella I am in a lot of pain and physio not worked gp has suggested shaving cysts what other treatments may orth surgeon suggest when I see him ? Thanks | hi you are in lot of pain due to severe chondropathy in the knee joint and lateral tilt of patella. These changes make for osteoarthritic knee . My advice is to start mild pain killers for 3-6 weeks and if there is no relief then you may think in terms of Total Knee Joint Replacement. | |
What is the treatment for fear for medications and doctors?
Hey. I m scared of medics (doctors, paramedics and nurses). I know that I have to sort this out as in the future it could be potentially dangerous. I was wondering if there are any ways that I could get over this? I ve looked online but found nothing. | The only way is to visit them. You can visit such places once in a while. This will gradually decrease your fear.Thanks. | |
I am feeling pain in my wisdom tooth, what should I do ?
I have throbing pain in my mouth my wisdom tooth has been killing me since thursday night today has been the worst. I took oxycodene around 6:30pm and Im in more pain now it didn`t help what should I do? | I have throbing pain in my mouth my wisdom tooth has been killing me since thursday night today has been the worst. I took oxycodene around 6:30pm and Im in more pain now it didn`t help what should I do? | |
Suggest solution for depression
I have recently been very depressed. And when I am happy, i am easily brought down within minutes. Also, I seem to have no motivation for most things anymore. I am 15 years old, and i usually enjoy going to school to see my friends and now, i barely want to get up in the mornings. One of the most common thoughts in my head is suicide and i have cut my wrists once or twice thinking it might help me gain control of something, but to no avail. My friends notice things are different and are constantly asking me if i am okay. My mother is completely against the idea of me possibly being mentally depressed...and tells me its just a stage everyone goes through and it will go away soon...i also deal with a lot of bullying at school for my weight and my looks and everything someone can possibly think of...i've been called every name you can imagine by fellow classmates...please help me...whats wrong with me...? | Hi,I disagree with your mother and I think you should seek professional help. You have made attempts to harm yourself and these should not be neglected. There is nothing wrong with you that cannot be corrected. Please do not shy away from seeking help just because it may not be considered cool or acceptable.Best wishes. | |
Q. I am suffering from muscle twitches all over my body. Please help.
Hello doctor, I am a 48-year-old male in generally good health. For the past year, I have been experiencing muscle twitches all over my body, not all at once. My right thigh may twitch for several days then stop. Then my left shoulder, or ankle, or bottom of my foot. I searched plenty about it and concluded that it probably was not ALS because I did not have any muscle weakness. I used to work out quite regularly but had not in the past couple of years. About a month ago, I decided to get back into my workout routine, and I noticed considerable weakness on my left side while doing a bench press. I get the dumbbells out I curl the same max left, and right arm, shoulder press the same, but tricep- that is where the weakness is. Doing tricep extensions, my right side can do 30 lbs while my left only 15. I had also noticed more twitching in my left tri lately, so I panicked. Went to my general practitioner who referred me to a neurologist for an exam and EMG. The physical exam only revealed slightly brisk reflexes in both legs on the knee test, but he said they were not hyper. All other reflexes normal. No Babinski sign. He could feel that my left arm was a little weaker in the strength test. Next was the EMG which he said was normal, muscle and nerve. Since then, though, my tri continues to twitch as well as below my left shoulder blade on my back, and it keeps me in a state of constant worry that maybe the EMG was done too early and I have ALS. I am continually comparing muscles in the mirror and can see slight areas on my left tri and shoulder that do not match the right. I have started some light dumbbell work on the left tri. When I first noticed the weakness, I could do 30 lbs max on my right, but only 15 lbs max on my left. Within the past two weeks, I have gotten the left side up to 20 lbs max. I am hoping that is a good sign but the twitching, along with knowing it is weak, are about to drive me crazy. What do you think about all of that? Should ALS be on my radar? | Hello. I am gone through your history. You are having unexplained twisting movements of muscles and weakness on the left upper limb. Your history does not mention any sensory symptoms or urinary bladder symptoms. Hence, I am assuming it normal. You are suffering for a year, but your disease remains almost static. I mean at present it is non-progressive or slowly progressive. You already have consulted a neurologist, and there is no hyperreflexia, wasting of hands or shoulder, Babinski absent, with normal EMG or NCV. Your disease is, at present looks benign. My advice is to look for a metabolic parameter like serum, calcium, thyroid function test, serum sodium, serum potassium, serum vitamin D3 level, serum vitamin B12 level. If above all are normal, then you repeat EMG NCS after three to four-month of the initial test. And keep follow-up with a thorough neurological examination by a neurologist. Ask me if still, you are in doubt. | |
What causes loose seedy yellow stools in a baby?
my 3 month old son is very fussy about feeding and only takes about 60 % of his recommnended daily amount of milk - he is a 'big' baby weighing 4kg at birth and is now 6.5kg it seems odd he has such a small appetite, he is now on zantac for suspected silent reflux (past 10 days) as he has dropped off the 75 centile recently. my main question is he always seems to have loose seedy yellow stools but is formula fed (i understood this was normal for breast fed) is it possible this is caused by a protein intolerance? many thanks | Hi...please be reassured that your kid is normal. It's quite normal for such stool consistency which you are quoting. Unless the kid is having blood in stools or green bilious vomiting or abdominal pain or distension and low urine output, you need not worry.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
my grandfather is diagnosed with gall stones and is suppose to undergo laparoscopic surgery for gall bladder. How is a laparoscope used to remove the gallbladder? What are the benefits of this type of surgery? What are the complications? | The laparoscope is put into body through a tiny cut made just below navel. Surgeon can then see gallbladder on a TV screen and with tools inserted in 3 other small cuts made in the right upper part of abdomen. Gallbladder is then taken out through one of the incisions. With laparoscopic cholecystectomy, one can return to work more quickly, have less pain after surgery, have a shorter hospital stay, and have a shorter recovery time. Unlike traditional surgery, laparoscopic surgery to remove the gallbladder can be done without cutting the muscles of your abdomen. The incision is also much smaller. With laparoscopic cholecystectomy, patient can stay in the hospital overnight. With open cholecystectomy, one would need to stay in the hospital for about 5 days. Because the incisions are smaller with laparoscopic cholecystectomy, there isn't as much pain after this operation as after open holecystectomy. Complications are rare but may include bleeding, infection and injury to the tube that carries bile from gallbladder to stomach. During laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the intestines or major blood vessels may be injured when the instruments are inserted into the abdomen. | |
What causes episodes of breathlessness during post menopause?
I am a post menopausal 55 year old and have been experiencing episodes of breathlessness at night over the last couple of weeks. My BP is 148/98. I am not overweight; exercise daily; have a healthy diet and do not drink. I do take thyroxine daily however. Unable to see my GP until Wednesday or later. Could you advise | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.After menopause, women are at increased risk of cardiac diseases like hypertension, heart failure, coronary artery disease (CAD) etc.Your blood pressure reading (148/98)is high. And breathlessness especially in night is commonly seen with heart diseases.So consult cardiologist and get done blood pressure monitoring, ecg, 2d echo and stress test (trade mill test).You are may need antihypertensive and other cardiac supportive drugs.If all these reports are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases.Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Suggest treatment for green stool of a 5 month baby
Hi, My 5.5 months old daughter is having green stool which smells foul for 2 weeks now.However there is no forth and she poops once or twice in a day.I've started her on cerelac twice a day since 2 weeks now.Rest she is on breast feed.She looks active and nirmal otherwise.Please suggest | Hi, green stools are normal in a child of 5 months age. Child may sometimes pass yellow or golden stools which are also normal. I think you need not worry about this. I hope this has helped you. Regards - Dr Deepak Patel, MD Pediatrics | |
Scan shows bulky uterus, thick womb. Prescribed hystoscopy. Cancer?
hi i had an ultrasound (vaginal) done 23rd dec 2012 for heavy periods lasting 10 days ( heavy for 4/5 out of 10 ) and cramping and period pain 4 days after my period stopped,the scan showed a bulky uterus and thick womb, i went to see my consultant on 5th feb 2013 and he took a biopsy of my womb, a swab and a vaginal examination (he said everything felt normal during the examination) and ive got to go back on 26th feb for an hystocopy (camera). i m 43yrs old and have 9 children,the youngest being 3 and a half. also when i had the ultrasound it was 4 days before my period was due but i m worried i have cancer . any idea s? julie. | Hi, there are other benign causes also. heavy menstrual bleeding can be the due to dysfunctional uterine bleeding. Your consultant has advised you the right investigation. Hysteroscopy and biopsy from uterus will be the right diagnostic procedure. nothing to be worried right now. take care. | |
Is it safe to get pregnant if husband is on Isoniazid treatment?
hi, my husband has recently started a 9 month treatment for being exposed to tb but not having tb. We were trying to conceive and I was wondering, while he is on this treatmeat of taking isoniazid should we postpone trying? i did not know if this would have any harmful effects or be any birth defects due to him taking the medication. | Hi, I think you can try for pregnancy now. Isoniazid doesn't have any side effects on fetus. So, you can try naturally. Be in contact with your husband every 2 to 3 days after your periods stop. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo | |
Q. Having a red pimple on the inner thigh after having oral sex. Is this HIV?
Hello doctor, I had sex with a sex worker a day before yesterday. But I told her not to remove her dress because I did not have a condom. Then I had a hug and allowed her to suck my penis for five minutes. While doing, she told me that my liquid is coming in her mouth, and so I stopped. After that, I sucked her breast some time. I do not know either milk is coming or not. Then finally I told her to do hands blow job after which I ejaculated. My question is the next day I got a red pimple in my inner thigh on both sides and is getting irritated. Why is it coming suddenly? I feel it may be an indication of HIV. It happened only after the incident. I was thinking in two ways. Could it be due to my liquid which went inside her mouth, if she has an infection? Or maybe due to that, I have sucked her breast I felt I might have drunk her milk. Is this an initial infection of HIV? Kindly look at my attachment. Please advice. | Hello. As per your exposure, you seem to be safe from HIV. The thigh lesions are not due to HIV (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It could be due to other causes. Do you have any symptoms like pain, itching, etc.? | |
Q. We had unprotected sex on the 22nd day of her cycle. Is there a chance of getting pregnant?
Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex with my partner today. She is on the 22nd day of her cycle. Will she get pregnant? We do not want to have a baby now. What should we do now? | Hello. If she has a regular cycle of 28 to 30 days, then there are no chances of pregnancy, and these are safe days. So nothing to worry. I hope it has helped you. If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact me. | |
What do swelling under the tongue and difficulty in swallowing indicate?
Swollen underneath tongue, chin, severe pain, hurts to open mouth, chew, difficulty swallowing, pain so severe I can feel it in back of my head (headache). This follows dental surgery 25 days ago to remove teeth (front bottom), two implants, and two bone grafts. Also follows 5-6 weeks of flu-like symptoms (respiratory, high fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, etc.), but doctor tested me twice (two weeks apart) for flu type a and b and tests were negative. Doctor concluded some type of respiratory infection that mimicked the flu that had to run its course. I was on 3 different rounds of antibiotic before and after the dental surgery, which I finished clindamycin last Thursday, but this 'sore throat feeling in the glands' began Tuesday (two days before finishing third round of antibiotic. I am diabetic due to severe pancreatitis so diabetes behaves like Type 1. I am totally insulin dependent. I take huge doses of levamere (60 units a.m. and 50 units p.m.) and use Humalog sliding scale (high scale used at local hospital). I take Lyrica 100 mg 4 times daily for severe neuropathy for years now, and synthroid. Today I saw my doctor's nurse practioner who diagnosed my swollen, painful mouth as post dental surgery trauma. Tomorrow I will see dental surgeon who is unhappy with the speed at which I am healing (he's not the only one!). I have tried ice, heat, Tylenol, ibuprofen. Thankfully the nurse practioner gave me a few hydrocodone (7.5) to take today until I see dental surgeon tomorrow. I am a 56 years old woman and I live in assisted living so my diet and my medication are handled professionally. I am very afraid that my dental surgeon is not going to be able to diagnose this tomorrow and since last Tuesday the condition only worsens no matter what I try. Even the hydrocodone is not completely relieving my pain and what little help it does provide only seems to last for about 2 hours. (After the pancreatitis and complications, I have a high tolerance for pain meds). My doctor and I rarely choose the narcotic pain relief route unless we absolutely have to (i.e. following the dental surgery, I took 3 days of Percocet 10s. Since then I have only used Tylenol and Ibuprofen (neither of which are any help right now--they were helping until this swelling began last Tuesday. I am in tears as I sit here describing all of this. I realize my case is complicated: I had to | Hello,It looks like there is some infection associated with the implant leading to Cellulitis or infection in the salivary gland leading to pain and swelling.So, my suggestion is to consult your dentist or an Oral Surgeon and get evaluated. You can be advised an x-ray or MRI Scan to further confirm the cause.For now, you can be advised antibiotics intravenously and a steroid shot to reduce swelling. Also you can be advised Implant removal if the infection or implant rejection is suspected. So, getting checked by an oral surgeon is a must.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Honey Arora | |
Is electroconvulsive therapy the right method of treatment for mental illness?
My son has been hospitalized for the 5 time for mental health issues. He is 14 and this all started with tics. Little did I know then how much worse things would get. 4 years later and he was choking me this past Friday and our butcher knife is missing. We come from a good home. He has had the best childhood. He says now that he is hearing a voice telling him to do bad things. We've tried many medications. They have prescribed Geodon. I know after many different types, that antipsychotics cause him to get worse. I'm really worried for him and for me. Is Electroconvulsive therapy an alternative for someone his age in Ohio? I feel like he is getting worse every month that goes by. I miss my son and how fun he used to be. I'm afraid that in 4 more years he could be worse. I want to get ECT for him. What are your thoughts? | Dear userWe understand your concernsI went through your details. Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), were originally used for the treatment of catatonic schizophrenia, and there is little doubt that ECT remains an effective intervention for the treatment of schizophrenia. Usually Electro Convulsive Therapy is decided after careful psychiatric discussions. Please let the psychiatrist decide on this matter.If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
What causes black discolouration around eyes?
My 4 1/2 yr old son presents with a black eye around his right eye. Next to the nose and below the proximal side of his right eye is bluish purple coloring. He says his eye feels fine and he can not remember being hit or falling. Should I be concerned? | Hi,From history it seems that there might be having fallen some foreignbody in the eye causing local sub conjunctival hemorrhage.Nothing to worry, put some antibiotic decongestant eye drops 3-4 times a day for 2-3 days.Ok and take care. | |
Is there any side effects of ZERODOL-P & SMUTH on regular use ?
sir my father was having piles problem so to relieve from the pain he is using tablets ZERODOL-P & SMUTH continously, so can you please tell me any side effects were there by using this tablets cotinously | Hi Haitha Welcome to HealthcareMagic. To relieve pain from piles , he can continue using the ointment.Long term use of pain killers like Zerodol P is not advisable.He should take an antacid like Rantac when he takes this pain killer.Zerodol P can cause side effects like gastric irritation , bleeding from stomach . Take care. Take care. | |
What causes thickness in tongue and tingling of finger tips during sleep?
My tongue has felt thick and mouth filled weird off and on sometimes. Finger tips go numb and tingleing during sleep, even while working. Why or what may be going on with me. I m 53, white and really don t know. I have Osteoarthritis in my neck and Anklylosing arthritis in my back. | Hello!Thank you for asking on HCM!Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to different causes: - an electrolyte imbalance- thyroid hormone dysfunction- diabetes- vitamin B 12 deficiency- chronic anemia- peripheral neuropathy. For this reason, I would recommend consulting with your doctor and performing some tests to investigate for the possible causes: - complete blood count for anemia- vitamin B12 plasma levels- thyroid hormone levels- blood electrolytes- a nerve conduction study (electroneurography). You should discuss with your doctor on the above tests. Hope to have been helpful!Wishing all the best, Dr. Aida | |
Having noticed severe rash and swelling on face
Hopefully. Had a bone marrow biopsy approx. 3 months ago because of low white blood count. Since then, I have developed severe rash and swelling on my face, ears and other parts of my body. ( fortunately not my genital areas ). Also have sores on my arms and legs. ( The biopsy was negative I might add ). Overall, I have not been feeling well these past 3 months. Could the biopsy be the cause? | In my opinion to be able to blame it on the biopsy you need to have fever as well , if not then you need to see a dermatologist Good Luck | |
Could birth control cause chest discomfort at night?
Lately I have been having the feeling of pounding in my chest at night when I lie down to sleep. Usually an hour into lying down. I never have heartburn and I have never had symptoms other than possibly this one but I think this might be GERD. I'm 34, female, a healthy weight, eat healthy -lots of fruit, veggies, and work out 3-4 times a weight with cardio and weights and yoga. I believe this is GERD at night because I tested taking zantac a few times and the pounding did not happen. I haven't been eating too close to bed - eat about 2-3 hours before bed, and usually have salad. I think possibly its my birth control. I take birth control right before I go to sleep at night on an empty stomach. i am wondering if maybe switching that to daytime use and having it with lunch with get rid of symptoms. Could the birth control be the cause? I recently had a checkup and I was fully heathy, my blood test had all my vitamins and minerals in the normal range and my heart checked out. | Possible it is GERD as you are suspecting . Try taking the medication with food as well as take antacid every night for a period of a week. Also try to elevate your head end by extra pillows at night. Might give you some relief. | |
What causes pus discharge at the site of gallbladder removal?
i just had surgery, gallstone - about a month ago, within the last week or so I have had pus coming from the surgery...the one directly by where the gallbladder was removed, I called the doctor and he said that happens sometimes, I am concerned .what do you think | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The description you have given suggestive of wound infection. Nothing much to worry. You can start a short course of antibiotics preferably Amoxicillin Clavulanate combination for five to seven days. Clean the area with soap and water and apply topical antibiotic ointments like Mupirocin. Generally wound will heal in four to five days. If the this discharge persist despite these, consult a general surgeon and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Recurrent rash, odd discomfort at the base of skull, weird sensation on arms. Cause and cure?
I ve had a recurrent rash for several weeks. My family practice doctor treated me for scabies which I knew I did not have. I have no none food allergies and have stopped eating and drinking everything that I think could be a contributing cause. Oddly, I had been craving tomato juice for weeks and couldn t get enough. That has passed. Also have been experiencing some odd discomfort at the base of my skull that seems to coincide with a weird sensation in my arms and hands. This has been going on for about six weeks. The rash seems to worsen during the evening with no triggers and is helped by lotion. The rash is more like welts than prickly heat and is not a wet rash. It is not hives; I ve had the reaction to shrimp. I don t like taking antihistamines and hence have not. Thanks. | Hello, If the rash that you describe is red, itchy, has raised skin that you can feel, goes away after a few hours only for new ones to appear in their place, does not leave a mark or bruise, then this is acute urticaria. That you have had it for >6 weeks, makes it chronic urticaria. 80% of people with urticaria do not have allergy, although a pre-existing allergy to (say) house dust mite, pollens or shrimp does not make it more likely for this type of urticaria to appear. Infections, underlying thyroid problems, diabetes, inflammation inside the body (can be several conditions, say endometriosis) and stress makes these lesions appear and can last quite long. The treatment (that you don't like) is the right one, long-acting non-sedating antihistamines like allegra 180mg once in the morning, and cetirizine 10mg at lunch time or evening for 6 weeks (max 3 months). Unless you continue on high dose antihistamines, this will recur. If you think you may have a thyroid problem, get TSH fT4 and TPO antibodies tested. If there is a chance of an infection, please get this checked and treated as well. I hope this helps. Best Wishes. | |
What causes tender lumps with bruising in the armpits and nipples?
hi im 23 year old male just recently came back from the Oregon coast an on my way home my right armpit felt like it was broosed but it wasnt. a few hours later red bumps about the size of a nickles were formed in my armpit and very tender. A few hours after that one formed under my right nipple. Then the next morning the exact same thing has happened under my left armpit and left nipple. I dont think i got bit by anything and never saw a tick or insect of any kind. Its almost like lymph nodes but im not sure . Any help is appreciated. Thank you | Hi,Good Evening.Thanks for the query to HCM.I studied it in depth and I understood your health concerns.-Treatment-for-tender lumps in the armpits and nipples-1- Mostly it appears to be -infected boil below the nipple with lymphadenitis of the armpit.This boil could be due to the insect bite or the chemical reactive bruise.2-As your are worried I would advise you to check with your ER Surgeon, who would fix its diagnosis and would treat it accordingly.Hope this would help you a lot to relieve from your wrist lump.Wish you fast recovery-and healthy life.Wellcome to HCM with more queries till you are satisfied.Have a Good Day...!!Dr.SAVASKAR M.N.M.S.GENL-CVTS,Super specialist and Senior Consultant-and Expert in Non-Curable-Disease therapy for Cancer,Asthma,etc,Rejuvenation therapy and Tissue failure -reversal therapies. | |
Aching jaw after brushing teeth. Have filled cavities. Is the pain due to wisdom teeth eruption?
Tonight, I started to get aching of the back jaw. It started aching after I brushed my teeth . After feeling the aches, I immediately Scoped and flossed. Most of the aching is on the bottom. I feel little aches on top too. I am thinking that they may be symptoms of growing of the wisdom teeth, but don t they grow in their later teenage years? I am a 14 year old female. There reason also might be the three filled cavities in each corner in my mouth at my molars. I am thinking of calling an appointment to the dentists soon, but I desperately want to know ASAP. | Hello Welcome to HCM Your pain might be due to some faulty restoration & you need to get all your restored teeth diagnosed. There can also be secondary caries associated with restored teeth. Pain can also be due to toothbrush injury because of hard brushing habit. For sure its not because of wisdom teeth because you are younger for that case. Consult your dentist for proper check-up. Maintain proper oral hygiene. Regards Take Care Dr.Neha | |
What causes chronic swelling from the hips and throughout the legs?
my sister has problem with her leg. it swells from the high down to the toes without pain. she has been in this situation since five years ago. swelling used to occur when she stands or sits for a long time. but now it swells without prolonged sitting or standing. completely she doesnt have pain . it feels heavy thats all. please help! | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Swelling in the legs after prolonged standing is caused by the mechanism that liquid part of the blood comes out the vessels (veins) and accumulated in the surrounding tissues. It is called peripheral edema.Variety of conditions may lead to peripheral edema. It could be heart problems, venous deficiency, liver or kidney problems or the side effect of certain medications. I would like to ask the following questions which may aid to clarify the cause of her peripheral edema.Does she have visible purple veins under the skin of her legs? Does she have any other health problems (heart, liver, kidney diseases, and high blood pressure)? Does she take any medications? Has she had any trauma or surgery (especially in the lower extremities) in the past?She may get the benefit of wearing elastic compression stockings, elevating leg with the pillow while on a bed, not sitting/standing long time which helps to prevent fluid buildup in the legs.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Malik Amonov | |
Having sore breast and nipples sensitive to touch. Potential of getting breast cancer?
I'm 25 years old. My boyfriend and I were rough housing and he kneed me in my left breast. It was sore last night but this morning it is sensitive to the touch. The spot is right beside were my arm pit starts, and both breasts are now hurting me. My nipples are also sensitive as well. Does this trama mean I could have the potential of getting breast cancer? | Hello and welcome to HCM.Thank you for your query.No ma'am. In no way does this indicate the potential for future breast cancer. So, please rest assured.The most probably scenario here is that he managed to hurt either your chest muscle which spreads over the entire chest or a lymph node which drains into the breasts.I understand that this might result in some discomfort for a while, but nothing more than that. The soreness and pain should subside in a while. Keeping a warm pack on the region or taking a warm bath, should help relieve the pain quicker. No pain killers should be required either. You may also ask your boyfriend to address your needs and take care of you in the meantime, as he is responsible for what you are enduring. Cheers.I hope I have succeeded in providing the information you were looking for. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications. I would gladly help you.Best wishes. | |
How to achieve pregnancy when suffering from irregular periods?
I have very irregular periods and my husband and i have been trying for 2 years to have a child with no luck. Am now 28yrs old and was wondering what my next steps were. My doctor had me on birth control pills prior to regularize my periods but i have stopped taking them to try to conceive. Any ideas if clomid would work for me. | Hi,You try ovulatory drug like Fertyl 50 mg once in a day from end day of menses for 5 days and do contact from 10 to 20 days of cycle.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards,Dr. Sujata Kute | |
Q. My baby will be 6 months old in another 3 weeks time. I have never given her solid foods so far. Please advise.
Hello doctor, My baby will be 6 months old in another three weeks time. I have never given her solid foods so far. I have to get back to my office after three weeks. My working time is from 10 AM to 5 PM. Please advise me on how to manage this situation. | Hi. You can start weaning (gradually reduce mother's milk and start giving solids). Start giving semisolid food after she is 6 months. If you are breastfeeding your baby then, you can express breast milk and store it for rest of the day before you go to work. Breast milk can be stored for 24 hours in a refrigerator. Regarding solid foods, homemade rice with dal water is a good food to start with. Start with the rice variant which is least allergic. Partially grind the cooked rice and make it easy for the baby to swallow. Banana is another solid food which you can give during the evenings. Start with one banana a day and then make it twice a day. Introduce one new food to your baby at a time with a gap of one week at least, so that you know which food your baby is able to digest easily and which she is allergic to. You can continue with boiled potato, carrot, beetroot one by one. Readymade preparations like cerelac, nestum or farex are also an alternative. Consult a paediatrician online for further clarifications --> | |
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 --> | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it was only two drops. 2. We usually do not go for emesis (vomiting) for phenol poisoning cases. Because, it is a volatile compound and causes vapors entering the lungs through the airways. 3. As it was only two drops, I do not think it may cause much trouble. If he feels short of breath contact me back, otherwise fine. 1. He should avoid re-exposure. 2. Rule out if there is some sort of suicidal ideation due to depression or anxiety and take him to a psychiatrist for physical evaluation. For further follow up consult a general practitioner online.---> | |
Q. Should I continue the Olanzapine as I had a blackout episode when I was drunken?
Hello doctor, Almost two years back, I was diagnosed with psychosis. I improved in two months after taking treatment. I took medicine (Olanzapine) for nearly 9 to 10 months then I stopped taking the medication as I recovered from it completely. I did not consult doctors. Still, my condition is good, and I face no such psychological problems. But I had a blackout episode lately when I was heavily drunk. Should I start taking the same medicine Olanzapine? As I do not want to go to for check-up any more. | Hello. Psychosis should not be taken lightly because psychosis is a term that reflects a variety of explanation like it may be schizophrenia, it may be due to depression, may be secondary to alcohol or any other condition, so diagnosis is very important, that your primary doctor knows better. And every diagnosis has a different course of treatment, as for as you alcohol is a concern that blackout means you should be more concern and should be adequately treated. Do not stop it suddenly, and try not to drink heavily. Go to your doctor and tell your history he would help you to deal with the problem and you need to have health check-up and lab investigation for sure. | |
What causes flashing pain in chest and palpitation with PVC?
I m 50 years, I have many year problem on PVC heart beat from yearly physical check up. But i have any effect on it recently I assign on new work environment and my work give much stress, I can recognize on some things go wrong with me of my heart beat - and feel flashing pain at left chest to lef hand. I recognize the day i take Lexotan - I feel better and get less feeling on heart palpititate. please give me comment. thank you. | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Lexotan is having benzodiazepam group of drug. It is mainly used as anxiolytic drug. Since you are improved with single dose of this drug, possibility of stress and anxiety related symptoms is more in your case. At your age of 50 years (menopausal period), hormonal imbalance can cause stress and anxiety. And these can cause palpitations, flashing chest pain and left arm pain. But better to rule out heart diseases first because you had PVC (Premature Ventricular Contraction) 1 year ago. So get done fresh ecg and 2d echo. If both are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases.Get done hormone levels to rule out hormonal imbalance. Consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Counselling plays very important role along with anxiolytic drugs for control of stress and anxiety. Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Can pregnancy happen while being on Krimson 35 pill?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query i am 27 year old female. i had unprotected sex on october 17, 2010. i am on Krimson 35 one tablet daily for my PCOD treatment. i am feeling nauseated and gasy for the last two days. i am also taking Minoz OD 100 mg one tablet daily for my acne problems. can i get pregnant with krimson 35 contraceptive pills | The failure rate of oral contraceptive pills is 6℅.Yes there's chance of getting pregnant. If you have missed your periods ,you may do an Urine pregnancy test | |
How to get rid of masturbation?
Hi, may I answesr. .sir i am 22 year old with weight 70+ nd height o3 5 and11inche. i am having a great problem with handpractise. it actually a habit to me. i use to do it daily since many years. is it bad 4 me. now wht to do. suggest me, ,i am upset | HelloThanks for query .Based on the facts that you have posted you seem to have been indulged in frequent habitual masturbation and now worried about problems related to sexual activities. First of all there is myth in a mind of common man that excessive masturbation is the reason of all sexual problems But I would like to state that it has been discussed in scientific forums all over the world and proved scientifically that masturbation does not have any negative effect on any organ or system in the body .All the problems that you are anticipating are now are mind related and due to anxiety.Though it is harmless, excessive and frequent habitual masturbation does affect quality of erection and delays ejaculation .It requires self determination to stop this habit of masturbation Try to reduce the frequency of masturbation by keeping yourself busy in activities like sports ,reading ,social work etc so that you will not get free time to masturbate.Dr.Patil. | |
Q. I am getting some rashes after taking Aripiprazole. Should I worry about this?
Hello doctor,I have started taking Aripiprazole 5 mg tablets, after which I started getting spontaneous rashes. My question is, is this effect worrisome (should I go to urgent care)? | Hello. Aripiprazole can induce skin rashes though it is not commonly reported. It will be safer to get yourself checked to rule out any systemic involvement, especially if you have any fever, pain, signs of the exfoliating rash. Are you on any other medication that can increase the chances of drug-induced rashes? Most rashes are simple and transient, but a few rashes need more urgent attention. So you need to be examined. Depending on the nature and severity of the rashes, you will be advised either to stop or discontinue Aripiprazole. So consult your primary doctor at the earliest. | |
Constant back pain. MRI showed mild degenerative disc disease. What does it mean and treatment?
I am 48 years old and have had lower back pain for years .I finally asked my Dr to do an Mri . Can you please help me understand what they mean?. At L4-l5 ,there is minimal disc desiccation and mild lateral bulging on the disc.No significant neuroforaminal compromise is seen , but there is narrowing of the lateral recess, with the disc abutting the descending left L5 nerve root . At L5-S1 there is disc desiccation and there is a mild posterior diffuse disc bulge.No significant spinal canal stenosis or neuroforaminal compromise is seen. IMPRESSION: MILD DEGENERATIVE DISC DISEASE AT L4-L5 AND L5-S1.THE DISC BULGE AT L4-L5 IS ASYMMETRIC TOWARDS THE LEFT, NARROWING THE LEFT LATERAL RECESS AND ABUTTING THE DESCENDING LEFT L5 NERVE ROOT. Doctor told me to do physical therapy and if pain persists to call him to get an order to see a Spine dr. The problem is that I am in constant pain, my left side is totally numbed, i feel tingling that goes to my hands, and arm (left side) and neck. Mild degenerative disc disease at L4-L5 AND L5-S1.The disc bulge | hi you have L4L5 disc lesion with Left nerve root compression as per your MRI report.for your left side numbness if it is totally form head to toe than there were other reason of it.your neck arm & hand numbness or tingling had no relation with your L4L5 problem.there were chances that your physical exercise had cause it.for your Lumber problem you have to consult spine surgeon.have a nice day. | |
What is the treatment for anal fissure and rectal pain?
I have extremely and severe rectal pain due to a fissure. I also have abdominal pain on my right side that is sharp; seems like when my rectum hurts is when i ll feel a sharp pain in my side/same time. i have had several uti s this past year, and it seems i may have a bladder that has dropped which may be putting pressure on my rectum, will this cause the severe pain on my left side too? not so sure who to go to see; as i am scheduled to see a urologists for the dropped bladder; then a colon/rectal surgeon for the fissure. i don t know what to do. | The pain in anal region is due to fissure in ano. And the pain on right side can be due to colitis - which may be the original reason for anal fissure.Recurrent UTI s should be well investigated by ultrasonography and IVP that is intravenous pyelography. The treatment of the anal fissure is as follow: High fiber diet.Avoid all the foods and beverages and stress-like conditions which gives constipation. Laxative for softening the stool- never allow the dose too much to cause liquid stools.Sitz bath- very important- just before passing a stool and after passing a stool.Clean the area very clear of the fecal soiling that remains after cleaning; use cotton soaked in the same water to clean.You can apply liquid povidone iodine locally. Apply nothing else.5 day course of an antibiotic on prescription of a local Doctor.Add probiotics and multivitamins.Avoid stress and mental tensions at any cost; this is a very important factor.Continue this for 3 weeks and most probably you may not need surgery.If the results are positive you have to continue doing all this and take proper care.This may help to relieve your UTI to some extent | |
Q. I have tinnitus, small bursts of light and burning at the back of throat. Are these signs of brain tumor?
Hello doctor, I am a 30-year-old healthy woman. I am diagnosed with anxiety disorder 10 years ago. For the past year, I have been experiencing crippling health anxiety. I have experienced a number of frightening symptoms, including brain zaps, weakness in legs, body twitching, dizziness, etc. Last year, I had a CT scan, and MRI of the head and neck. I consulted with a family doctor and neurologist, terrified of MS. All scans came back clear. My doctor said this was all a result of my anxiety and also said he thought I was suffering from GERD or acid reflux. I felt better for some time but for the past two weeks, I started experiencing very strange symptoms that I have never before felt in my life. I get on and off tinnitus in my right ear, seeing small bursts of light once or twice a day, and feeling of spice/burning in the back of my tongue while eating bland nonspicy food. I have called my optometrist who did a full workup less than a year ago. I have 20/20 vision and no eye conditions. I explained the small bursts of light and he was not too worried and simply told me to keep track and let him know if they are increasing. So far they are not. But these small bursts of light coupled with the tinnitus and also the tongue burning sensation has absolutely terrified me. I am terrified I have a tumor or brain cancer. This fear is crippling me and I can hardly think straight. Should I be concerned? I am on the verge of running to the ER every night and begging for a CT scan. Please help. | Hi. So the problem here is right ear tinnitus. Regarding this I need to know is there hearing difficulty in the right ear? What type of tinnitus, swishing, or continuous? How long it lasts? Is there any vertigo associated with tinnitus? Is there any discharge or fullness of the right ear? Regarding bursts of light, Which eye? Single eye or both eyes? At the same time of tinnitus or at a different time? Are flashes colored or black or white? Is burning on the back of tongue one-sided or both sided? Is there any redness on the tongue? Is there hoarseness of voice or throat pain? Please answer all these questions. | |
Please suggest some mental hospitals near Pasadena, CA
is there a mental psych hospital near pasadena, ca? been in and out of over 15 different mental psychiatric hospitals, for past 9 years of my life, and i m just a 20 year old, struggling with bipolar, schizo, depression (diagnosed 3 from many years ago), and sitting about to take 90 lamactal 150mg.. serious effect? last time it just landed me back in ER -- mp hospital. | Hi,why you are so disturbed young man ? Depression and Schizo are not uncommon now a days.There are lakhs of people in this world along with you,no body is dying then why you want to do such foolish thing ? Please do not attempt such kind of things.High dose of this drug can have serious consequences.Please talk to some body in your near by .Please call you friends or relatives for help.It is the best thing that you see your psychiatrist and consult him.Regular medicine as if taken as advised will definitely make your life better and you too can live normal life,there is no doubt about it.So please do not take this tablets,i would like to hear from you again.bye and try to enjoy the life. | |
Can a tumor in the liver be treated?
My father’s CT scan report says there is a solitary hepatic lesion – consistent with neoplasm. Possibilities. 1. HCC 2. Metastases The CT scan was advised when his blood test result showed high alkaline phosphatase with a count of 700 and alpha fetoprotein count was 1600+ an ultra sound scan showed that there was a tumor in his liver. After seeing the CT scan report, the doctor confirmed it and said it is about 15 cms big and there is no cure at this stage. I can share the detailed CT scan report. Can you please advise me if there is a treatment at this stage? | Hello, You have been diagnosed as liver tumour esp. Primary or secondary. The mass is large in size as well. So it might be spread to other organs or it can be present in the liver due to spread from other organs. I suggest you investigate with a bone scan or PET scan as well for further workup. You should consult nearby oncologists for a detailed evaluation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Parth Goswami, General & Family Physician | |
Is the follicle size, found during the follicular study, apt for attaining conception?
Hi, I'm Sarah Chowdhury, age 30. I had an miscarriage two years ago. After that I was under treatment. Now-a-days I did ultra sonogram of pelvis TVS for Follicles cycle day-13, where right ovary contains follicles measuring 13 mm & 12 mm. Is it prominent? Is there any chance of pregnancy? | Hello SarahThanks for writing to us with your health concern.Please do write in with few more details.For example, your normal menstrual cycle.In a regular 28 day menstrual cycle, ovulation normally occurs around day 14.On day 14, the follicle size is generally 18 - 22 mm, when it is ready to rupture ( ovulate ).In your case, the egg size on day 13 is not optimum.If you have delayed cycles, then maybe the egg will grow to the correct size in a few days, and then rupture.You need to continue having folliculometry for a few more days.Please remain sexually active as soon as ovulation is documented on the scan.If a few cycles of follicular monitoring fail, then you need to have a laproscopy to check if the fallopian tubes are open or blocked.If ovulation is not documented, then ovulation inducing agents like clomiphene citrate maybe required to stimulate the ovaries.All the best.Take care. | |
I have dizziness and numbness on my face. What could be the reason for this?
hi i have dissynees in my head and also sometimes my face and libs and upper jaw become numb and always i feel weekness in my body,and sometimes my left side of my chest in the back become painfull,could you help me about it? i had complete bload test and also MIR from my head,but there were nothing in the results | if all your reports are normal then it is due to weakness of nerves .you can take ekangver ras tab 2tab 3time .you can also get your ecg checked.if it is normal then no need to worry.also get checked for diabetes. | |
Could chest pain and shortness of breath be due to heart problem?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I went to ER last week because I was having shortness of breath and rapid heartbeat with pain and pressure in chest area. They told me I was having an anxiety attack, gave me medication to relax me and a prescription for it.Now a week later my heart hurts constantly and I get shortness of breath apisodes through out the day, especially at night. I'm worried that I could be having heart issues, even though I'm 34 , I hope I'm over reacting but I'm also constantly nauseated and had diareah all day, and always burping and I pee a lot . I don't know what to do. We're having issuance issues now and I don't knownif I should wait a couple of more days. | You should get an E.C.G done to rule out any cardiac causes. Shortness of breath may be a reason to worry. Also get your serum electrolyte s and blood sugar done | |
Could I get pregnant after having ovary and tube removed due to dermoid?
Hi, I am a 36 year old, had the right ovary and tube removed in 2009 due to dermoid, otherwise healthy. I was on bcp's for 3months and did not restart after my lmp on 10/27/12 (could not afford co-pay). Is there any chance I could be pregnant so soon? Did check an online ovulation calculator and did have sex during the predicted ovulation time but not sure with recently stopping the pill and only one ovary. | Yes, you can get pregnant as you only removed one ovary and the other is still left there. So yes you can. | |
What does this semen analysis report indicate?
Hi, my boyfriend have this report on semen analysis. Volume-2.5, color-opaque grey, ph-8, viscocity liquefaction time-30 mins, total sperm count-36, sluggish mitile-10, non motile-75,pus cells 1-2, macrophages 0-2, abnormal form-05.Could somebody please interpret this results.Thanks | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. This semen analysis report shows asthenospermia which mean slow sperm motility,sperm motility is very important in order to fertilize the egg once the sperms are in vagina.in 90% of the cases the cause of low sperm motility is varicocele which is abnormal dilation of testicular veins which causes stasis of blood in the testis raising the temperature of testis which leads to damage of sperms. I would advise you to get his scrotal doppler ultrasound to rule out varicocele and in the meanwhile start him on n-acetylcarnitine and evion for 3 months and repeat semen analysis after 3 months. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What is the remedy for pain caused by shingles?
I have been suffering with the after effects of a bad case of shingles now for the past six months. The pain never lets up and I have tried just about every pain killer known. I have heard that lyrica can substantially reduce the pain. Would you please comment on the treatment for my condition. Thank You for any assistance you can share. Sincerely Don Adams. | Thanks for query.I can understand the agony in postherpetic neuralgia.consider using Capsaicin transdermal patch (Qutenza).discuss with your doctor .regards | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it was only two drops. 2. We usually do not go for emesis (vomiting) for phenol poisoning cases. Because, it is a volatile compound and causes vapors entering the lungs through the airways. 3. As it was only two drops, I do not think it may cause much trouble. If he feels short of breath contact me back, otherwise fine. 1. He should avoid re-exposure. 2. Rule out if there is some sort of suicidal ideation due to depression or anxiety and take him to a psychiatrist for physical evaluation. For further follow up consult a general practitioner online.---> | |
Can one be pregnant despite a negative pregnancy test report?
I haven’t had my period for 5 months... I’m usually late 2 months but then my period will come on. I’ve taken 6 HPt and they’ve all come back negative. A few weeks ago I started cramping like I was having a period, but it was only light spotting for 2 days. It then stopped but a few days later I started cramping and spotting again. That stopped as well then the next week it started again but the blood was darker almost brown . Could I be pregnant? | Hello dear,welcome to Ask a doctor service. I reviewed your query and here is my advice. All your pregnancy tests show you are not pregnant. You are having unovulatory cycles. You should investigate it further with your ob-gyn.Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late periods? | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they should arrive. If not, then you can safely opt for a progesterone withdrawal to resume menses. For further information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
What causes high blood pressure level?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I went yesterday to have my BP check because I have been having strange feeling headaches and it was 140/82; my normal readings are usually between 100-110/70ish range. I am 37 and I am not overweight. | Weight might not have any relation with blood pressure. Kindly get your blood pressure monitored for some time and start an antihypertensive drug. It is important to reduce salt intake because sodium is a factor in high blood pressure. Hope it helps. Kindly do not postpone or ignore as a high BP has grave consequences on organs | |
Memory loss and disturbance in brain
i have a problem with my memory and some disturbance inside my brain from past 2month can u please suggest me what to do? | HELLO AND FORUM THERE ARE FAROIUS TYPE OF MEMORY LOSS WITHOUT EXAMINING YOU ITS VERY DIFFICULT TO COMMENT AS OYU HAVE NOT DEFINED ANY OTHER ASSOCIATED FEATURES MEMORY LOSS IS ALSO CALLED AS AMNESIA AMNESIA CAN RESULT FROM EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO: (A) THE REGIONS OF THE MEDIAL TEMPORAL LOBE, SUCH AS THE HIPPOCAMPUS, DENTATE GYRUS, SUBICULUM, AMYGDALA, THE PARAHIPPOCAMPAL, ENTORHINAL, AND PERIRHINAL CORTICES[41] OR THE (B) MIDLINE DIENCEPHALIC REGION, SPECIFICALLY THE DORSOMEDIAL NUCLEUS OF THE THALAMUS AND THE MAMMILLARY BODIES OF THE HYPOTHALAMUS. YOU SHOULD UNDERGO FULL NEUROLOGICAL EXAMINATION BY NEUROLOGIST/ PHYSICIAN YOU SHLOUD ALSO GO FOR CT/MRI BRAIN TO RULE OUT ANY ATROPHY OF ANY ABOVE DEFINED AREA RELATTED WITH MEMORY. TAKE CARE AND GET WELL SOON DR. MAYANK BHARGAVA | |
Suggest treatment for difficulty in conceiving
Hi i m 23 years old and i m married for about 9 months. I want to concieve fast and its not happening. My periods are irregular and i m over weight my height is 159 and weight 72kg. Is it because of over weight my periods is irregular and i not being able concieve faster? I have done scanning and my ovaries are normal. Pls tell me how can i get pregnent faster? | Firstly you need to control weight. If you do so, in most of the cases, you will have regualr periods and even can conceive without any treatment. If still there is conception or period problems. we need to check fertility factors of both husband and wife and then can treat accordingly. | |
What cause abdominal pains and blood clots in stool?
Hi, I'm 18 year old female, I've been having abdominal pain for a little over a week & now showing some small blood clots in my stool. What do you think it may be. I do need to say I eat everyday where I work. It's cheeseburgers & fries, do you think that may have something to do with my problem | Hello, welcome to healthcare magic forum,It looks like you have infection in stomach, we call it colitis due to any cause either bacteria,protozoa,fungus, helminths..etc, most commonly observed in people eating outside stuff like you eat where you work, so in this situation I usually prescribe my patients with Tab-Oflox-OZ, and advice them not to eat outside food,prepare food at home and eat, or eat food which is cooked and served hot, and water as well drink safe water which is free of bacteria(mineral water). Regards. | |
Suffering from cold ,cough & chest congestion
Hi... I have been suffering from cough and cold ... and occasional temperature for the past 3 - 4 days.... when i visited a doc he cited chest congestion as the reason and prescribed the following medicines.... Gudcef CV 200, Deriphyllin retard 300, Pyrigesic 650 and 2 cough syrups, Tus Q Dx and Ambro TG.... Could you please advise if there is something amiss here ? I mean in layman terms its kinda hard to believe that for just cough and chest congestion, as per my doc, i am being provided these many medications. Please advise. | HIWell come to HCM Most of the cough symptoms does not need any treatment and this would come around even without the medicine, if fever is there then this could need some medicines but this is seldom happens, at the most Tab Levocetrizine can be tried, otherwise no need to worry about this, hope this helps. | |
What can be the cause of lower back pain and numbness in legs?
hi i have lower back pain for little over two years now and and sometimes when i stand for long periods of time or i sit for long periods of time the pain shoots from my back to my legs and i've even notice a few times where my legs he fell asleep numb completely kinda like i lost complete blood flow to my legs and feet what could be causing this | Hi,Lower back pain and numbness implies already that the nerves are touched. This is an indication of nerve compression. A complete neurological exam, an X ray of the spine, Ct scan and Magnetic rasonance imaging could be useful. Hernial disc could present generally as such. Thanks and kind regards as you see a neurologist or neurosurgeon for proper evaluation. Kind regards | |
Suggest treatment for chronic back pain , lower abdominal pain and nausea
I have chronic back pain with pain running down both legs. During the day when I am working, I need nausea, heavy sweating and sometimes chest pain. Now, I have developed a pain in my lower abdomen. My heart has been checked and everything looks good. | Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.It says you have three different problems.1. Pain in the low back, reading down both the legs. This indicates a condition called sciatica. And indicates compression on the spinal cord by prolapsed intervertebral discs or lumbar canal stenosis.I would advise you to undergo MRI of the lower spine, Neurosurgeon' s opinion and proper treatment which may be physiotherapy, injections or surgery.2. Your another problem is related to nausea, chest pain and sweating. Cardiac check up is normal hence the worry is reduced. It may be related to GERD or something, needs upper GI endoscopy.3. Now you have pain in lower abdomen.It depends upon associated symptoms like changed bowel habits, bloating which you have not mentioned.Ultrasonography, clinical evaluation will help for the proper diagnosis and gives plan for further treatment.I hope this answer helps you. | |
Suggest remedy for white bumps inside lips and rashes on leg and arm
my 2 year old son has white bumps inside his lips and a rash on his right leg and under his arm and on his side. He has a slight fever and seems to be very uncomfortable. it is too late in the day to take him to his pcp. I would like to know what it could be and if i should take him to the er. | Hi,I could not get whether bumps on lips appeared along with fever or it was already there even before. Here I assume the later situation. Fever and rash is probably from a viral fever. The rash may be somewhat itchy, making him uncomfortable. Just give him paracetamol 3-4 times a day and calamine lotion for application over rash if itchy.If itching is disturbing, I used to prescribe anti0histamine like hydroxyzine to my patients. White bump on lips are usually mucus retention cysts - may disappear its own after sometime. If concerning, can be removed under local anaesthesia (drugs wont help much). If the bumps appeared along with fever, I recommend to see your doctor as we have rule out herpes infection.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Muhammed Aslam TK, Pediatrician | |
Grainy rash on body, spots on chest, spreading to stomach, back, neck, face. Cure?
Dear Doctor, I have a grainy rash on my body for 5 days now. It started with a few spots on my chest and then it spread to my belly and my back. Then, the rash was visible on my forearms and spreading to my neck and face. Right now I have thousands of them on my back and on my chest. It is not super itchy, it is red and very grainy. I don t have a fever . I am 27 years old. How to get rid of the rash? | hi dear, this may be p. roseae. i would like to know if u had sore throat. it is usually associated with this but not necessary. lesions are usually mild itchy. it is a probable viral infection. here are my suggestions for u.... use desonide lotion once in night for 7 days take tab cetrizine if u have itching. hope u get fine soon. thank u | |
Suggest treatment for hydrocoele
I currently have scrotal swelling and was diagnosed with a hydrocoele. Until recently it has not been a major problem and I have been waiting to see if the swelling would go down. As of 2 days ago it has become worse. It is the weekend and I will not be able to get to my doctor for at least 4 days. Is there something I can do for now? | THanks for asking in healthcaremgic forumIN short: There are many reasons for hydrocoeleExplanation: SOme of them are 1. Infection 2. Inflammation 3. Liver/cardiac/renal disease 4. Persistent processes vaginalis So, treatment depends on the cause. Please consult doctor for investigation. | |
Is metronidazole 400mg safe for mild irritation after unprotected intercourse?
hi i am 28 years of age,i had unprotected sex,with a lady friend after wards i have been have some mild irritation when i urinate or when about to.i took the following medicine metronidazole 400mg,doxycline 100mg and prednisolone.when i closely checked at penis urethra,where is close to the tip,it has some funny colour.what is your advise? thanks | Hello, You can have a urinary tract infection or some sexually transmitted illness. I suggest you investigate with urine routine microscopic examination and culture for primary workup. You Can be prescribed antibiotic course according to culture report. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Parth Goswami, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest treatment for fibromyalgia
I have fibromyalgia. I have had it for 9 years and have not found any medications that work for me. Narcotics like oxycodone are the only relief I have. I know I am now physically dependent on them and I continually beat myself up over this. I only take them ad prescribed but find I have to keep increasing the dose. Is there help for me? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. For fibromyalgia,first line drugs are anti depressants like SSRI and TCA's.It may take upto 4-5 weeks for onset of action.As you can only feel pain without underlying inflammation,use pain killers very cautious because of side effects. Also take proper diet rich in vitamins and minerals.do regular exercise, sleep adequately which will help improve your symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Upper abdominal swelling, high lipase. Calorie restricted diet. Is it pancreatitis?
I have upper abdominal swelling and have put on about 9 pounds in two months with no change in diet. I have tried calorie restricted but the pounds won't budge. I was recently diagnosed with high lipase. I believe the number was around 90 or 900 but was told for pancreatitis it would need to be in the 10,000s. What else could it be? | Hello! Thanks for putting your query in HCM. I am a Gastroenterologist (DM).Elevation of lipase more than three times the normal limit level is cosidered to be significant. So level of 900 is significant and suggestive of pancreatitis or pseudocyst formation as you have swelling in upper abdomen. So I will advise you to get an ultrasound abdomen to see for the pancreas and manage accordinglyI hope I have answered your query and this will help you. If you have any further query I will be happy to answer that too. Remain in touch and get-well soon. | |
Q. How can I decide the power of glasses?
Hi doctor, I have visited three ophthalmologists, and all of them have prescribed me a different CYL and SPH powers for both the left and right eye. I am confused. I do not know which one is correct. How can I decide the power of the glasses? Please help me. | Hi. I understand your problem. You are having a problem in deciding the power of glasses to be made. I can give you the following suggestions. Choose the power which is felt the best when you are undergoing testing. Choose the power which has the most precise vision, with no distortions, with no variations in the size of objects, and there is no eye strain. Most patients will get satisfied with this power. Choose the power which was given to you after verification using dilating eye drops. This test involves instilling dilating eye drops which blurs your vision. You are usually asked to come back to recheck on another day or sometimes prescribed glasses on the same day. This verification decreases the chances of error. An error of 0.25 diopter and an axis shift of less than 5 degrees is not noticeable in most circumstances. So if your glasses differ from each other by only small degrees, you can choose any one of them. | |
What causes severe abdominal pain?
hi, i am samar, i am 22, married since two years..i have sharp abdominal cramp (like painful pinches last for only five seconds) in lower right abdomen, uterus area and intestinal area, severe cramping a week before periods, infertility since two years, | Hi! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.If I were your doctor, would examine you clinically to exclude any tenderness (pain on pressure) on the right side of your abdomen, and look for any other signs to rule out appendicitis. If I could rule it out, I would like you to be examined by a gynaecologist colleague. At the same time, i would get your routine blood check up done like a CBC, Blood sugar, urine routine and microscopic test, and an ultrasound of the abdomen if need be. Further management would depend on the results of both clinical examination and investigation reports. Till that you might go for an anti spasmodic drug to get a symptomatic relief.I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef. |
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