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Can not gaining enough weight in an infant be due to worms in stomach?
Hi, My baby (girl) is 14 months old and she is still 17 pounds in weight ( Any adivce on this is greatly appriciated. Thank you. | Hello,The cause for low weight must be evaluated. Most possible cause will be malnutrition. Make sure that she is taking adequate and healthy diet appropriate for her age. Worm infestation is a possibility and you can try anti worm medicine like albendazole empirically.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Are there any anti anxiety drugs that does not cause addiction?
I am taking prozac 60 mg along with Wellbutrin xl 300. I also take lorazpan .5 for anxiety. I have been on the prozac for 30 years, the Wellbrutin 7 years. Recently the wellbutrin was upped from 150 to 300mg. I do not feel that my anxiety is really responding to the Lorazapan at least as well I would like. Is there an anti anxiety drug that does not cause addiction? | Hello thanks for asking from HCMWellbutrin (Bupropion) and Prozac (Fluoxetine) are good anti-depressant drugs. They are free of dependence potential and don't cause addiction. Lorazepam is benzodiazepine drug used in anxiety. It is a short acting drug and has significant abuse potential. As the drug is causing relief but it has risk of dependence so other drugs like Propranolol can be used. The drug help to reduce depression and don't cause abuse. Similarly other drugs like etizolam can also be used. Though it is a benzodiazepine but still has very low risk of abuse.Thanks, consult a psychiatrist for prescriptions | |
What is the cause of pain in arm and tingling in hand?
Hi!Yes - if you could answer this question. My name is Fran and I walk often. Last April I was taking a walk on a dirt path in Yarmouth, MA. I tripped on a tree root and took a hard fall. I put my arms out to break the fall. I thought I had broken both upper arms it hurt so bad. I could move my arms and saw no sign of fracture. The pain eased up but continued to hurt for about a month. My left arm is fine but my right arm continues to hurt at night. It's an aching throbbing feeling. I end up taking some Ibuprofen or Aleve. I tend to sleep on my right side so I think it may be the weight of my body. I, also, sometimes get a little tingling in my right hand. I still work out 3 times a week and lift 10 lb. weight and do pushups. My arm doesn't bother me during the day - just at night. Do you think this is muscle, tendon, or nerve pain and do you think it will eventually go away?. Should I stop working out with my arms for a while and, if so, how long? Thank you for your help. | Hi, Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you.Background1. History of Fall Complaints1. Arm Pain2. Continuous Pain - aching throbbing feeling - Right Arm 3. Tingling ImpressionThis is suggestive of Cervical Radiculopathy How to Proceed Needs Clinical Examination and Nerve Conduction Studies, XRay Neck and Other Radiological Evaluation What to do Please consult a neurosurgeon in your placeHope you found the answer helpful.If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions. In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery Let me know if I can assist you further.Take care. | |
What is the treatment for severe abdominal pain?
my stomach has been feeling queasy for the past three days. It was until last night that i started getting severe pains in my stomach and i felt dizzy and i also felt like throwing up. this morning my symptoms are worse. i keep burping and my stomach keeps making noises as if im hungry but im not. due to my severe stomach pain i have back pain and my ribs also hurt. | your symptoms look like that of dyspepsia. visit a medical gastroenterologist and get a upper g i endoscopy done . this can be treated with simple medicines. decrease your intake of tea and coffee. if u take alcohol please reduce or pref stop taking alcohol. | |
Suggest remedy to deal with flesh Eating bacteria on foot
My friend had Flesh Eating bacteria on her foot. She has been using Acticoat 7 since Sept 11th. The last 2 days she s had a metalic taste in her mouth. She is diabetic and takes Glipizide 10mg. Her wound was healing but now seems to have taken a step back and that is probably because she won t stay off her foot. We have Manuka Honey and thought we should use that now. Any thoughts on what we should do? | HelloThis condition in a diabetic case is known as DIABETIC FOOT and according to this query , you should do these measures :Write down the current condition of blood sugar lever as well as HBA1C level.This type of foot has as:1 The neuropathic foot in which neuropathy dominant.2 The neurpischaemic foot.3 Non-neuroischaemic foot.However , it is very difficult to understand these terms but important for you so that you can understand the present condition of foot.When such case visit I first of cleanse the wound with TERPENTINE oil for local application.Hydrogen peroxide wash for local oxygen supply.Povidone + clobetasone lotion for local application until and unless contraindicated .Antibiotics after blood culture.All this treatment under the guidance os diabetologist and surgeon .Hope this will help you in the management for treatment . | |
How to treat a large, swollen lump above Achilles following a fall?
My son fell off his bike about a month ago. Large bruising and swollen occurred. About 4 inches above Achilles he mentioned it tonight and i could see a lump from across the roon. I took a closer look abd there is a large bump that is still tender. What could this be | Hi, This may be due to bleeding. The bleeding post injury can form haematoma. This will reduce gradually over few months. Apply warm compression and pressure bandage. NSAID like aceclofenac with serratiopeptidase will help for pain and inflammatory swelling. Just to ruleout any other injury get done scanning and X ray. Hope this information helps you. Regards | |
Need advice on muller teeth being in wrong shape and causing pain
since last 5days I have been suffering from swelling in lower mmuller met with doctor(dental) today and he advised that muller tooth due to wrong shape entered into inside of cheek . take medicine ordent, pailtol and rabicer for three days and take one x-ray .After seeing x-ray either skin over muller may requires to be removed slightly or muller teeth may requirs to be extracted.What is to be done. debasish | Hello thanx for queiry.,is it third molar impaction?skin covering will cause inflammation called as pericoronitis..do salt water gargle..take antibiotics and analgesic.. Get operculectomy done...skin of wisdom tooth..if problem persists you have to get the teeth extracted..consult a oral surgeon for a check up and treatment.. Hope it helps..take Care | |
On Novelon for PCOD, completed cycle of tablets. Had unprotected sex. Chances of pregnancy?
Hi.. I've been using Novelon to control my PCOD. I just completed my second cycle of 21 tablets 2 days ago. over the last 12 days I have been having sex without a condom. The guy was a virgin before we started having sex and I am most definitely STD free. Is there a chance of getting pregnant? He never ejaculated inside me that either him or I are aware of. | HelloThanks for your query.As you were using Novelon continuously for 2 months, you would stay protected against pregnancy.Having stopped novelon, you now need to use protection.there is no chance of pregnancy as of now.it is best to use birth control pills instead of condoms if infection is not an issue, and then PCOD control too would be simultaneously achieved.All the best.take care. | |
Semen leakage after urination, wet substance after erection, scalp irritation, tiredness, masturbation. How to get relief?
hi,,me 25 year old in job. Continuously harassed by semen leakage after urine and getting some wet material after even small erection and both of them making me tired and immediately eye goes inside and face looses its energy and even i feel some structure change in waist part as size of it increasing day by day.I feels some irritation on scalp which caused of hair fall also. I was involve in masturbation from 15 year old and get rid of it at 19 and again started at 21 and till now in very controlled manner but even after that i feels some weakness over there . My weight is 70 and height is 5.8. | HelloThanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have been indulged in masturbation since many years and now facing problems related to sexual activities and general health .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 facing now are mind related and due to anxiety.Following measure will help you to boost up your confidence and improve your health.1) Practice regular exercise for 45 minutes followed by meditation for 1/2 an hour in the morning.2) Take high protein diet rich in vegetables and fruits and Vitamin A,C,D,E.and Zinc3)Take anti oxidants like Almonds 5-6 everyday..4) Avoid alcohol and smoking..As regards passing leakage of liquid from urthethra it is excessive secretion of Cowper's glands located in urethra which get stimulated with slight sexual stimulation and is nothing to be worried about it.Dr.Patil | |
Tenderness and pain in abdomen when coughing, yawning and taking deep breathe, feeling of sore muscles. Urine, stools normal. Suggest
I have a pain in my abdominal area. It's in the center (not left or right side at all). It hurts to take a deep breath/cough/yawn and is quite tender to the touch. It problem starts at about the end of the sternum (is that the bone in the rib cage?) and is about the length of 3 fingers starting from the top to the bottle. It feels like a sore muscle (as if I had been doing a lot of crunches but hadn't). I don't have any symptoms related to digestive issues (urine is normal, stools are normal, no gas, etc). I just lost my job so I'm in the process of getting my own insurance. i am trying to see if this is something to be concerned with. It started yesterday. The pain has been consistent since I started yesterday. | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. As you mentioned that pain is just below the sternum i.e. pain in the epigastrium region. The reason of this pain may be due to stress ( tension) of job. Hyper acidity develops more acid secretion and this causes pain and there develops gastritis. So don't worry and don't take tension. Take antacid syrup ( oxetacaine with it) , you will get quick relief. Still ,no relief then take proton pump inhibitor after consultation of your doctor.Good luck. Dr. HET | |
Does Zoloft causes behavioral changes?
My son has been taking zoloft for about 5 years now. At first it worked great. More confidence around people.Past year I noticed he didn't show much affection with his family and acted angry with us most of the time. He would tell us stuff, forget he said it. Now hes taking 100 milligrams. Do you think this drug is really helping him.Also seems tired alot. He works but not physical work. I really need your advice I would love to help my son. | HiThanks for using healthcare magicZoloft consists of sertraline and it help to control underline depression. Sometime, due to depression, patient become irritable and do not like to talk much. I think, his underline depression may be increasing and dose has to be increased. Better to consult a psychiatrist and get him properly evaluated. Thanks | |
What causes pain and burning sensation in feet and legs?
I suffer pain in my feet, and my legs, a short walk (the mail box and back, i get burning, in my legs, and my legs are very weak. it keeps me awake at night, i can t keep my feet from rubbing together, and the tingling in my legs. i have to get up and walk around, but that does t seem to help, it s driving me crazy. | It can be due to two causes. First it is due to vitamin b 12 deficiency. Other cause is lack of calcium. So get your B12 and calcium test. if there is lack of vitamin D and B 12 then you need to start taking methylcobal one daily and tablet Pregabalin m one daily. Also if you are a smoker than it is best to avoid it as it can increase B 12 deficiency. I hope this answer will be useful for you.Let me know if there is any other followup questions.thanks | |
What are the side effects of masturbation?
Hi sir, I am peter. I am masterbating daily now and i cant come out from it. Somebody are saying that it is very dangerous and i wont get a child in my future. I worried a lot about this and dont know what to do. What they have said was true? Pls suggest me a way... | HelloThanks for query .Based on your statement it seems that You have been indulged in frequent and habitual masturbation since many years and now worried about sexual problems that you would face in future and your sexual potency and capacity to impregnate your wife . 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 in future are mind related and due to anxiety.Following measure will help you to boost up your confidence and getting good erection and to maintain good sexuality . 1) Practice regular exercise for 45 minutes followed by meditation for 1/2 an hour in the morning. 2) Take high protein diet rich in vegetables and fruits and Vitamin A,C,D,E.and Zinc 3)Take anti oxidants like Almonds 5-6 everyday4) Avoid alcohol and smoking..5) Restrict frequency of masturbation to twice a week .Though it is harmless, excessive and frequent habitual masturbation does affect quality of erection and delays ejaculation .Please 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. | |
What causes soreness in my Achilles Tendons?
I have started a running routine and running some hills. for this week I have had slight soreness in my Achilles Tendons but it seems to be only when i first wake up. is this tendonitis or an injury or just soreness from first starting out? I haven't ran all this week to let whatever it is heal. | Hi.Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..As per your complain the symptoms of pain Achilles tendon in the morning with beginning of a routine of running and running on hills can be due to Achilles Tendonitis that is inflammation of Achilles tendon that is due to sudden overuse of the legs and feet..As of now you can limit up running up the hills and even on the flat surface..You should do cool compresses over the area..You can apply an Analgesic gel like Diclofenac and wrap either with a crape bandage or a ankle strap.Take anti-inflammatory painkillers like Ibuprofen or Naproxen..You can take Muscle relaxant like Chlorzoxasone..In case if still there is no improvement you can consult an Orthopedician and get evaluated and an x ray can help in diagnosis.You can be advised either immobilization of the foot or movable shoe or boot can be applied..You can be advised to take painkiller and muscle relaxant and other therapies advised abve and along with it you can also be advised night split and Physiotherapy under trained Physiotherapist..Hope this information helps..Thanks and regards.Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora. | |
Disc bulge at L4-L5, advanced degenerative discovertebral changes, facet joint hypertrophy from L3-S1 bilaterally. Indications?
Hi I have been advised I have a mild disc bulge Level L4-5 which does indent the. Exiting L4 nerve root at foraminal level billaterally ! What does that mean please ? I have also been advised I have advanced degenerative discovertebral changed seen at L4-5 level( I had a major prolapse there in 2006 no op ) I also have further degenerative changes are see in the levels above particularly L3-4 L2-3 and T11-12. Also facet joint hypertrophy is seen particularly from L3 -s1 bilaterally . No other abnormality seen . The distal portion of the chord included appears normal .... I am scared to death now and awaiting an app for seeing consultant ... What does it mean ? I am self healing and slowly improving after 8wks off work ... What does it all mean please ? | Hi, Thank you for posting your query. First of all, I would like to reassure you that the MRI findings of your lumbar spine are not serious and there is no need to worry. MRI shows a mild disc prolapse and most likely, no surgery would be required. Treatment would consist of physical therapy and neuropathic pain medications such as pregabalin and gabapentin. It is good to note that you are already getting better. Wishing you good health, Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology) Senior Consultant Neurologist | |
Feeling restless, breathless and disturbed sleep. High BP at night. Alprax prescribed. Should I continue medication?
Hello! From past few days i am feeling restless, uneasy, breathless and not able to sleep properly. Due to some mishappening at home i am tensed and now BP shoots up at night. May be i have cough and sometimes feeling of acidity problem may be the reason. On last saturday my BP was 102/142/98 and got ECG done it was ok. The doctor prescribed Alprax 0.25mg. What do you suggest shall i continue taking this medicine everyday as yesterday i was not able to sleep | Hello, welcome to Healthcare Magic. From your history, it appear that you have anxiety symptoms. These symptoms can occur in anxiety disorders and in adjustment disorder due to severe stress in life. It is better to take help from friends and family members to resolve tension in family environment. Same time problem solving and supportive counseling from psychologist will be helpful. To de-stress yourself do relaxation exercise like daily morning brisk walk, yoga and meditation. As you have sleep disturbance you can use alprax (for few days only) as advised by your physician. Also monitor BP daily to rule out hypertension in your case. Wish you all the best. Regards, Dr Ashish Kumar Mittal www.99doctor.com | |
Are blocked ears an allergic symptom?
What would help my ears? They are fine one minute then the next they pop. Then it is dull and they feel blocked or clogged. So then move my jaw to release and have to do this constantly. Could it be allergies. Would hearing aids help. They only stay open for just a bit. It is driving me crazy. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It may be a allergic symptom as all ear,nose and sinuses are functionally and clinically related to each other.So allergic symptoms of any part can cause symptoms related to other. If you have no symptoms of rhinitis or sinusitis,then this may be a pressure disturbance. Try some simple exercises 1.Do alternate nostril deep breathing. 2. Another exercise:: Inhale deeply with both nostrils until your abdomen becomes full with air.Then close your nose using fingers and you will fill air pressure in your ear drum.Do it 12 times daily for a week. If not helps consult your otorhinolaryngologists. Hope I have answered your query. 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 big nipples in a boy?
i am 21 yars old. i am healthy & stronger among our friend circle but i have problem. i am bangladeshi. first, my nipples are bigger than other boys. i feel something beneath my nipple.it's seems hard.sometime it causes pain .i feel embarass. what i do now . can gym recover it? i want now treatment. | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. Usually the size of breasts in boys are determined by the female hormone which is available at their body. In young ages, the breast size could be a little bit large and visible. When they grow older, it slowly tightens and becomes muscle mass. When they get older, the muscles slackens and most occasion can see the slackened breast reappearing. In your case, hard chest exercises and gymnasium work outs can tighten the muscles. I am worried about the hardness you pointed. Please consult a physician to investigate the hardness. 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. Take care. | |
Can you travel by air while having lumber puncher ?
I am having a lumber puncher next week for papilledema and wondered if i can fly next month | I am a 22yr female and am having a lumber puncher next week for papilledema. I was wondering if I can fly next month with this disease. | |
Why is my husband behaving strangely after taking haloperidol for Alzheimers?
My husband was diagnoised with alhemizers he started being mean so the doctor put him on haloperidol and was like a zombie. He has been off of this drug for 2 weeks and now he won't hardly get out of bed and sleeps all day. He has started now eating in the morning. | HiThanks for using healthcare magicSometime, in dementia, due to antipsychotic, patients develop side effects like dystonia, dyskinesia. Better to avoid antipsychotic in his case. Give him drugs like mementine or donapezil after neurologist consultation. In case, he has some behavior issue, then better to give quetiapine as an antipsychotic. First consult neurologist and discuss treatment plan.Thanks | |
Q. I have bad faeces smell coming from my nose when I breathe. What could be the possible causes?
Hello doctor, I have bad faeces smell coming from my nose when I breathe. What could be all possible causes? Nobody around me feels that smell and that is how I got to know that it is from my nose itself. Please advice. | Hello. Bad smell during breathing could be due to various reasons. Let us see those one by one. Malignancy: an intranasal (inside the nose) or intraoral (inside the mouth) malignancy can produce foul smell, that can be perceived as faeces smell by the nose. Malignancy can be painless and without any symptoms. Malignancies of paranasal air sinuses also produce foul odor. Dental infection: a tooth decay can produce bad smell. Dental infection usually produces significant pain. Food particles get collected inside the decayed tooth and hence cause the bad smell. Sinusitis: Chronic sinusitis can cause constant post nasal drip and purulent discharge (pus discharge). This results in foul odor. Maxillary sinusitis commonly produces foul odor. Sinusitis will have other symptoms like headache, facial pain, nasal blockage, post nasal drip, etc. Foreign body inside nose: A foreign body which has got stuck inside nose without being removed for many days will produce purulent discharge and smell. The discharge will be from one side of the nose. It is common among kids. Foreign body produces nasal block. Atrophic rhinitis: It is a disease where the normal space inside the nose gets increased due to destruction of the anatomy. Also the condition causes merciless anosmia (loss of sensation of smell). The sufferer cannot perceive any smell but the people around him can get the extreme foul odor emanating from the patients nose. Atrophic rhinitis also presents with crusting inside nose and nose block. Maggots in nose: Maggots are larval stage of fly (chrysomia). Maggots usually occur in association with atrophic rhinitis. Fly lays its eggs inside nose leading to maggots inside nose. They are attracted to the foul odor and they themselves aggravate the odor. Tonsillitis: Pus accumulated over the tonsil can cause bad smell. Tonsillar enlargement with infection and consequent foul breath is common in many children. Other symptoms of tonsillitis include fever, throat pain, enlarged lymph nodes of neck, difficulty and pain while swallowing. Nasal diphtheria can produce foul odor. Diphtheria produces a membrane over the affected mucosa. Rhinitis caseosa: it is a destructive disease producing foul odor. It was thought to be a fungal disease, exact etiology is still not clear. Tuberculosis: TB of nasal mucosa produces granulomatous inflammation and caseating necrosis, consequent death of tissues and foul smell. Hope I have cleared your query. Further evaluation and clinical examinat | |
What causes low RBC in baby at birth?
Hi doctors, my sister just got birth the other day and her baby s pedia told her that her baby has low hemoglobin count. The baby had 2 blood transfusion and RBC will be checked agaidn. My question would be what causes the lowering of RBC at birth? And is this a serious case? | Causes of anemia in neonat may be ABO, Rh incompatibility, enzyme deficiency, maternal diseases, infections like rubella, parvovirus, spherocytosis, anemia of prematurity etc.Your doctor will do investigations like coombs test, Hb electrophoresis, Enzyme tests, LFT, KFT, Viral PCR etc. to determine exact cause. | |
What causes hive like rashes on legs and arms in kids?
My 13 year old daughter was just at the dermatologist for a hive like rash on her legs and arms x 3 weeks... The Dr said she thought it was her body s reaction to having the gene that can cause diabetes and/or thyroid disorders and such. She gave me a clinical term for this condition and did a biopsy. Are you familiar with this???.....and if so, what is the clinical term for this condition? | Hi....by what you quote I feel that it could be HSP - Henoch Schonlein Purpura. But skin conditions are best diagnosed and treated only after seeing them directly . I suggest you upload the image of the kid and get back to me.I wish your kid a speedy recovery. If you need any future medical consultation and suggestions, I will be glad to help. You can approach me at the following link. Once the page opens there will be an option below my image as – ASK ME A QUESTION – click on it. Please find the link below - www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sumanth-amperayani/67696 | |
Do I need to go for vaccination as my puppy bite me?
today evening i was playing with my 2 nd half months puppy[he has got his first injection] and it got my hand in to his mouth and got scratched his teeth on my finger, its was not so deep one just a normal and i started bleeding. i had washed my hand and then put some medicine on it.is this bite to be worried about? is it ok if i don't see doctor? | Hello..Welcome to HCM.I am Dr Jigar(ID SPECIALIST). I understand your concern.Looking at your case if your dog was vaccinated with full course then i would have said nothing should be done. But here you have said that it has got only one shot so my advice is you meet your doctor and take anti rabies vaccination. This is what international guidelines for rabies say.I hope i have answered your query accordingly.Regards.Dr Jigar | |
How is pregnancy possible with the implanon?
Hi, I just had my implanon removed after 2 years, about two weeks ago. I was having pregnancy symptoms while on the implant and took two home pregnancy tests. The first was positive (morning urine) the next one was two days later and was a negative (afternoon urine). I called the Dr and have me another urine test which also came out negative. My fiance and I both agreed to still have it removed and ttc. This was April 18th. I ve been cramping since before the removal. I was due for my period April 20 and never got it. My breasts are tender and I have slight cramping. My stomach is noticeably swollen and I m hungry all the time. Also, yesterday, there was a slight pink color when I wiped yesterday. No blood or anything after, and it happened twice. Should I demand a blood test? Why would I have had a negative positive? | Hello,I have gone through your query and understood the concern. Here are your answers: 1. The most likely reason for the dubious result with the home pregnancy tests is the standard of the test kit and the sampling time. Home pregnancy tests read well when performed 3-7 days after the missed period using a fresh early morning sample. 2. I would ask you to go for the blood test in the current scenario for clarification. 3. The other likely cause of the delayed cycle is the altered hormone balance due to removal of the implant. Your symptoms are perhaps related to this. Hope this helps. | |
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 --> | |
Suggest remedy for heart palpitations, profuse sweating and chills caused by depression
I have been experiencing some heart palpitations, night sweat followed by chills. I feel depressed with a general not feeling well feeling. My head sometimes feels like something is moving around. Since Friday my right hand is on pins and needles. I ve been to the cardiologist been hospitalized with many tests run for heart issues with all negative results. My friends said it could be the effects of menopause plus I can t sleep at nights. Help | Hi...Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC...I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns...The mentioned symptoms in your query relates with menopause, as anxiety is one of the common symptom experienced by women going through this phase. It’s possible for anxiety and stress to cause physical symptoms, like heart palpitations, problem sleeping, cold or sweaty hands and/or feet, feelings of panic, fear, and uneasiness, numbness or tingling in the hands or feet and depression.I will advise you to make necessary changes in your life style like:-Start Exercising-Exercise releases endorphins and tires muscles, both of which drastically reduce your anxiety experience. Exercising, especially jogging is extremely important for managing anxiety.Avoid Stress-Avoiding stress is often easy to say and difficult to do. You can go for Common stress-management therapies like yoga, tai chi, biofeedback, guided imagery, and aromatherapy.Hope this information helps...Thanks & Regards,Dr.Shiwani | |
Suggest remedy for rashes in spine
kindly provide the soluation of rash on spine for your info i would like to tell u that have that i have taken neoro treatment i.e. dipression, anxiety. can the rash on spine occur from the treatment of the above treatment on my email id: YYYY@YYYY regrds, ram | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The symptoms seem to be related to contact dermatitis. A photo would be very helpful through the diagnosis. Meanwhile,I suggest using an antihistamine such as Cetirizine daily. I also suggest using a steroid cream for local application such as Betametasone cream. Hope my answer was helpful.If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician | |
What causes pain in jaw,sharp chest pain,low bp,dizziness and lightheadedness?
A relative of mine just underwent triple bypass surgery. Initially they seemed to be doing fine, but now she is experiencing pain in her jaw, sharp pains in her chest, low blood pressure, dizziness and lightheadedness (similar symptoms to before the surgery). They have run a variety of tests but could find no blood clots or reason for the symptoms. The only explanation they have given is that the heart may be inflamed, but they are not sure. Because they can t find anything wrong the hospital wants to send her home and I am worried sick for her. Can you offer any advice or possible test that can be run to help determine the cause of these symptoms? | The symptoms are very suggestive of heart disease and in this situation I would suggest he should undergo check angiography to look for patency of bypass graft.Other test like echo and trop he must have undergone. Try to monitor his blood pressure frequently with electronic bp apparatus. | |
What causes lip lumps with itching and dryness after ingestion?
Hi. I recently went to a buffet and ate crabs with butter. Later that night my top lip was itching, and the next day I had tiny bumps on my lip. That later turned into dryness, so my top lil has been dry. (I ve never had any problems in the past when I ve eaten crabs.) Yesterday, I was eating chips and my lip started to itch again. Today my top lip is dry and looks like I have a carpet burn. It s also slightly bigger than the bottom. I ve tried Vaseline and lip gloss which soothes the dryness but you can still see that it is dry. I don t know what is wrong. | Hello,I can understand your concern. The symptoms you have described indicate that you have allergy to some substance. It might be something else that you have had during dinner or from the environment that may have caused the reaction. Sometimes it also happens that body develops allergy to a substance that you have been safely exposed to before. I advise you to take antihistamine such as Levocetrizine 5 mg (Levocet) or Loratidine 10 mg (Lorfast) once a day for about 5-7 days. If it is an allergic reaction, it should come under control with this medication. In addition, if you develop this reaction repeatedly in future, it is necessary to find out what substance is acting as allergen to you and then avoid exposure to it. In that case, you should go for a blood test for allergy. However, if the reaction does not come under control or increases in severity, you should visit a dentist or physician to get the lip examined physically and further investigations and treatment.I hope this answer helps you. Thank you for choosing HealthcareMagic. I wish you feel better soon.Best,Dr. Viraj Shah | |
What does recurring chest pain with generalized edema suggest?
I'm Sandhya, 22y, female, MBBS student, from Bangalore, India. I'm getting chest pain since 1 month, retro-sternal, squeezing type, intermittent in nature, aggravates on lying down and deep breathing, relieves on taking aspirin. I noticed pedal edema since 3 weeks which is of pitting type upto knee and generalized edema since 1 week. | HelloAs you explain the history you should get medical help.Discuss with your doctor.RegardsDr.Jolanda | |
What causes intermittent fluttering and pulsing movements just beneath the bottom of ribcage?
Since the beginning of breakfast this morning, I have had an intermittent fluttery, pulsing movement/twitch just beneath the bottom of my ribcage, slightly to the left. There is no pain, only an uncomfortable sensation. Occasionally, I feel out of breath. This has been continuing for about an hour, now. My pulse seems to be steady and regular, as checked on my left wrist. I am a 50-year old white male, about 185lbs. so I m pretty sure I m not pregnant! | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, we should first rule out arrhythmia (rhythm disturbances in heart). Arrhythmia can cause Fluttering sensations, pulsation beneath left rib cage and mild breathing difficulty. And if not treated promptly, arrhythmia can be life threatening. So consult cardiologist and get done 1. Ecg 2. 2d echo 3. Holter monitoring (24 hours continuous recording of ecg). You may need anti arrhythmia drug on the basis of these reports. 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. | |
Any treatment to get pregnant with endometriosis problem, right tube removed and adhesion ?
i am rohi my age is 29 married .i am suffered with endometriosis.my operation has done in 2008 to remove the 13cm choclate cyst.my left tube and both ovaris are present but right tube has removed during operation.i have no child.i have also done ivf but no use.now after laproscopy doctor says my left tube is also blocked and i have adhesion.pls consult me any medical treatment .my height is 5feet my weight is 54kg | try injections placentrex from second day of Menses alternate day 10 doses it's imperical but works suome time but more concentrate for ivf it will give results | |
Can the svt damage the heart of my son?
My son is only 9 years old and has svt. He had an ablation in May of this year but the svt's continue to come. Everyone says don't worry. He just had 3 episodes tonight all above 220. What do you advise? Should he have another ablation, or just wait it out. Can this damage his heart in any way or form | Svt in long run wouldn't have a gross effect on his heart function per say, however it has its own complications and as your son young, Again an ablation procedure should be considered. Lastly the decision depends on the type of svt and episode study results, and in some svt ablation is more than 90% successful, while in some it's less than 50% and a real procedure may be required. Also a medication should be started if frequent episode if you plan to avoid ablation for time being. Regards Dr Priyank Mody | |
What could be the lump behind neck?
I have gotten my neck pierced at the back, just above my spinal column, it has has been getting cleaned regularly and somehow it has a lump where the piercing is, aswell as a slight amount of pus radiating from it. Could you help me get to the bottom of what this can be ? | Hi,Thanks for writing to HCM.That is an abscess following infection due to the piercing.You need to shoe it to a surgeon if its incision and drainage under antibiotic cover. Or if it is very small then take a course of antibiotic and burst it yourself after cleaning it with an antiseptic solotion, followed by regular dressing.RegardsDr. Ashish Verma | |
Does Cyp-L cause drowsiness in a child?
Hi.my child 4 yrs .she was not eating anything .gave her cyp.l syrup 2.5 ml in the eveni g .after taken this syrup she started eating but felt asleep.and she had problem of blocked nose but aftertake she slpt comfortabley.my concern she felt sleep .is it side effect of medicine.. | Welcome to ' Ask a doctor ' service .I have reviewed your query and here is my answer .Cyproheptidine is antiallergic and will give relief in cold and blocked nose .As it has sedation as side effect , it will induce drowsiness in patient also .There is nothing to worry .I hope I have solved your query .Let me know if I can assist you further in this query .WITH REGARDS , DR VARINDER JOSHI . | |
What causes low white cell count with swollen lymph nodes?
my daughter age 22 and healthy has low white cell count and has for a year. She went to a doctor today and has slightly swollen lymph nodes. She has been on acutane during this time and white was slightly lower before going on. She is also on birth control pills. | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.She may have some viral infection or bacterial infection. Due to infection she may have some reactive enlargement of lymph node. She should take a course of antibiotics. it is does not respond to treatment then biopsy diagnosis is advisable.Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly.Hope I have answered your question, if you have any doubts then contact me at bit.ly/Drsanghvihardik, I will be happy to answer you.Thanks for using health care magic.Wish you a very good health. | |
Suggest better treatment to increase sperm count
Dear Sir, I have do my semons test in july month before 3 month ago, there is some sperm counts are very low, total sperm count is 10mil but good sperms are only 5%, my doctor is suggested Paternia Sachet for 3 month.. pls suggest any onthe trick for increasing my sperm count. Thank you | hiii.welcome to our site.kindly take the medications given by your doctor for 3 months.you can go for further treatments if no improvement occur after 3 years.thank you. | |
How long does it take to recover post triple bypass?
my mom who is 58 years old will be having a triple bypass, how long will her recovery be. she is not a smoker or a drinking but has high cholesterol issues and high blood pressure. Does someone of this age have a better chance at no complications then someone older who drinks, smokes and has other health issues | If everything is well, your mom should be out from ICU in 3-5 days at home by max a week and regular life by 3 weeks. However she will be able to to move about and perform all her activities by a weeks end. For sure the risk of complications are less in someone like your mom than in some someone who smokes because the lungs are healthy making it easier to wean off ventilator also lungs not completely expanding and secondary infection are the most common reason for prolonged recovery which will be minimal in your mom. All the best for the bypass. Regards Dr Priyank Mody | |
Back pain, unable to sleep well. If i get a mattress topper, will this provide enough support?
Hi There,I am a student on a budget with a question regarding my bed. I am currently sleeping on a cheep futon bought from Ikea, and I have recently been experiencing some back problems, and also unable to sleep well. My question is, if I were to get a mattress topper (I'm thinking memory foam), would that provide enough support? | Hi dear,If you have query about mattress being a reason for backache. You may try sleeping on floor with three bedsheets folded. If this improves your backache then consider changing mattress. Ideally mattress should be made up of firm foam without any springs.If you still has backache then you need to consult orthopedician to r/o any muscular or disk problem. | |
What could be the hole on back of head?
I was visiting a friend this AM. She said feel my head. She just found in the back of her head, there is a hole, when you press on it. I have been worried all day. She said she will call her doctor, Monday. Please advise if you have any idea. Thank-you, Mary Lou | ello. I have been through your question and understand your concern.This is called indentation and is a normal finding and totally harmless.Do not worry.Please feel free using MHC again. | |
Is it normal to feel constipated after embryo transfer procedure?
I have recently done IVF, I had my embryo transfer today (two day 5 blasts). I have been feeling very constipated. I tried magnesium and drinking lots of water, also eating fruits. Nothing has worked. Today I decided to do an over the counter enema, this finally worked. Do you think this will affect implantation? Is there a chance it could have expelled the embryos? | constipation could be due to the procedure itself, there is nothing to worry about . On the counter enema is ok but try natural foods like oats, atta and fruits and other fibre vegetables at least 3-4 times a day. straining while defeacating, coughing can cause problems in implantation. So avoid straining. | |
How can headaches caused by toothache be treated?
hi one of my teeth is really aching to the point where i am waking up with headaches. i had a fiiling repalced in this tooth, then the dentist thought i needed a root canal which i had and now it is hurting again. he is going to tell me too have it extracted, is this right? | Thanks for using Health Care Magic.Read your query.Was the root canal treatment completely and how long is it since its done?Severe pain associated with the root canal treatment usually suggests presence of underlying infection.I would advice you to visit your dentist and have it checked up.For the pain ,ibuprofen ( if you are not allergic to any medicine) can be taken.Antibiotics like amoxicillin 500mg and Metrolag may be required on prescription.Based on the radio graphic and clinical symptoms ,a retreatment of the tooth or any appropriate treatment needs to be done .Hope this was helpful.Thanks and regards. | |
What could be blowjob and masturbate associated penis discomfort, swelling and small red dots?
Had sexual activity on beach last night, not sex got a blowjob, and mastabated by partner, felt uncomfortable at time now woke up today penis feels slightly uncomfortable and has small red dots on End of penis, also last night foreskin swelled up during this. Just concerned and need advice please Thank you | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Prolonged oral sex and masturbation can lead to penile discomfort. As you are aware, the skin underneath foreskin is very sensitive. Rough sex or masturbation or oral sex could agitate that sensitive skin and sometimes you can experience rashes and slightly elevated red dots. These are due to skin agitation and inflammation. Please consult a physician if the symptom persists for more than two days and is accompanied by itching or burning.hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? Thanks in advance. | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just cocaine but a combination of drugs. Cocaine narrows blood vessels (vasoconstriction). It can lead to erectile dysfunction. Few studies suggest that it has receptors on testicles and sperm. So, it can degenerate testicular tissues/or sperm quality, transfer from sperm to female egg and can lead to early miscarriage. Cocaine is a very fast acting drug which affects the nervous system and produces short-lived euphoric attitude for 15 minutes to an hour, but causes long-term damage to the body and brain like anxiety, depression, aggression, impairment of logic and critical thinking, heart problem, hypertension and decrease in bone density. Its half-life is an hour. So, it takes about an hour for half of the cocaine consumed to leave the body. But, with long-term use, the drug starts to accumulate in the blood and body tissues allowing certain tests to detect it in the system for an extended period of time. After a single use of cocaine, agents created by its metabolism can be detected in the urine for two to four days, and in chronic users, cocaine can be detected up to 12 days and highly concentrated cocaine can be detected in the urine up to three weeks. It can be detected in the saliva and blood for an average 12-48 hours. In hairs and sweat for an extended period of time, it can be detected. So, after all the above description, I do not know how your husband had cocaine, as a cocktail along with other drugs, or just cocaine? Secondly, how long he has been taking it? For you, have you been on alcohol, cocaine or smoking? If you had taken in the past, better to quit completely. My advice is, try to avoid drugs like cocaine, alcohol, ketamine, and MDMA completely for a couple of months before trying for pregnancy. Because, if the mother has an addiction, it has psychosocial effects on the fetus in addition to the drugs' side effects itself. Best of luck. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Q. My unilateral submandibular lymph node swelling does not reduce even after antibiotics. Why?
Hi doctor, I have a unilateral submandibular lymph node swelling on the right hand side of the neck. I had an ultrasound and at this time the lymph node measure 5-6 cm and the onset were sudden with pain. After three-course of antibiotics (Augmentin two doses and Clindamycin one dose), I was referred to have another ultrasound. This was after two months of the initial appearance of the lymph node. This ultrasound scan showed the lymph node had become 3 cm but was still present. So the doctor ordered FNAC. The results of this have come back and there is no sign of metastasis or no sign of TB lymphadenopathy. The doctor has suggested yet another course of antibiotics of Doxycycline and remeasure the Lymph node after three weeks. The FNAC said it was an inflammatory lymph node. Does this mean reactive lymph node? What else could be causing this? | Hi. I want you to be completely calm because according to the course of the lymph node enlargement, symptoms, and investigations the lymph node enlargement is just an inflammatory reaction. It is not a tumor at all. Just complete your antibiotic treatment then follow up on the lymph node again just for assurance. The lymph node may decrease in size but never comes to its normal size again. This is normal. Now about causes, any neck, mouth, or pharyngeal inflammation can cause inflammatory enlargement of a submandibular lymph node. Even without the previously mentioned inflammations, a submandibular lymph node inflammation can start by itself as the lymph node works as a filter for the blood picking up pathogenic microorganisms. | |
What causes stomach pain at night?
Hello, i have had stomach pains for the last few weeks or so but they have been becoming less and less often. They occor mostly around 3 at night, waking me up. The pain is as though the upper area of my abdomen is being twisted. Ive been eating my normal diet, slowed down my exercise a small bit though. | Hello! Welcome to HCM.This is the typical history in a case of ?duodenal ulcer.This is due to excess secretion of acid producing an ulcer.This can be due to hot/spicy food or late night meals or excessive steess or alcohol/smoking..Avoid this.Endoscopy is advisable for confirmation of diagnosis.Consult your doctor for medicines like omeprazole, syp. sucralfate etc.Hope this information is useful.Wish you a good health.Thanks.Regards. | |
What can cause tenderness and soreness around naval area?
I am having some moisture around the navel. I have had bladder cancer but has healed and getting checkups every 3 months. Can this have anything related to that? What can I do, as it is very tender and getting sore. it is also red on the inside. Thank you for any help. | Hello, thank you for your contact to health care magic. I understand your cconcern. If I am your doctor I suggest you that if you are on chemotherapy for cancer your immunity had got down very much. Because of it you may get infected with some bacteria. I advice you to get swab for culture and sensitivity for the possible infection. As you are cancer patient it is necessary for you to get sensitivity report in hand for future reference purpose.I will be happy to answer your further concernYou can contact me. Dr Arun Tank. Infectious disease specialist. Thank you. | |
PCOD, increased with stromal echogenicity. Was on metformin and aldactone. Done Ultrasound. What does it mean?
i have been treated with dermoid excision last august in 2012. i have beena patient of PCOD in 2010 but was regular with my periods after i finished my medication of metformin and aldactone. after i got to know about my dermoid , ultrasound showed no PCOD. but right after the surgery ,it again showed follicles on right ovary..i went for an ultra sound yesterday and it showns PCO for both with increased stromal echogenity . i didnt get my periods for over a month | Hello Thanks for writing to HCM Irregular period is definitely related to PCOD. You have to again start your medicines for PCOD. Increased stromal echogenesity and cysts in periphery of ovaries suggests PCOD. It should be co-related with clinical findings and hormonal assay. You should consult your doctor for further treatment. Get well soon. Take Care Dr.Indu Bhushan | |
Suggest treatment for a lump on middle finger
I started developing pain in my left arm and hand with numbness and swelling during a long-haul flight Saturday/Sunday. It also feels if there is a small lump at the base of my left middle finger which causes pain in the area. Will this go away or should I seek medical attention? | HI.The most common cause of such type of pain is a problem with the cervical spine. I think you should seek a medical advise- This will allow you to be checked clinically/ physically to know the probable cause of all you symptoms including the lump on finger. You may need an MRI of cervical spine and blood tests related to sugar and thyroid too. | |
Q. Can Yasmin birth control pill be used as an emergency contraceptive pill?
Hello doctor, My fiancee and I had unprotected sex a few days back, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Just to be on the safer side, we wanted to use the emergency contraceptive pill. But due to some restriction in the country where we live, Plan B or emergency contraceptive pills are not available. I read that Yasmin, which is used as a regular contraceptive pill can be used as an emergency contraceptive pill at a higher dosage. Can Yasmin be used as an emergency contraceptive pill? And at what dosage? | Hi. How are you doing? Yes, as you have heard, Yasmin can be used as an emergency pill. Even if you have not ejaculated into her, she stands a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in contact with her genitals. As soon as possible, earlier the better, I suggest taking four tablets of Yasmin (combination of Ethinyl Estradiol and Drospirenone) at the time, repeat four more tablets after 12 hours. This being a high dose of hormones, it will suddenly increase the inner lining of the uterus. Then as it is a single dose, the inner lining will fall off. This makes it unfavorable for the possible embryo or baby to settle into the uterus. She will get her periods within 7 to 10 days of the last pill. But do not keep repeating this frequently, it can disturb the hormonal balance and can reduce the effectiveness of the pill. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and start taking the medicines after their consent. This is an old method, but it is an effective emergency method. Just do not delay the pills. As time passes by, the effectiveness reduces. Hope I have clarified your query, do write back. All the best. For further queries consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
What causes tiredness with shortness of breath,bloating and body itching?
My husband has had a lot of unusual tiredness for quite a while. Shortness of breath, bloating, loose bowels, ect. Lately he has started itching . Now hives and lumps underneath skin are appearing. I cannot get him to see a doctor. Please help.. He's 58 and doesn't have a medical condition except prilosec for heartburn. | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, you should consult pulmonologist for your husband. Her is having chronic GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) which is causing bloating, heartburn, chest pain etc. This chronic GERD can cause asthma and breathlessness due to chronic reflux in the lungs. And they will cause shortness breath tiredness etc. So consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (pulmonary function test). PFT will not only diagnose bronchitis but it will also tell you about severity of the disease and treatment is based on severity only. He will need inhaled bronchodilator and inhaled corticosteroids. Control of GERD is also important. So avoid stress and tension, avoid hot and spicy food. Continue prilosec. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your husband. Thanks. | |
I have got acne on my face due to irregular mensis
Hi,i have a problem of menses irregularity and bcoz of this i have got acne on my face | Hi Welcome to HealthcareMagic you need to get investigated for menstrual problem. Irregular periods are result of hormonal disturbance. Polycystic ovarian syndrome is common problem which causes delayed,irregular periods, acne etc. Consult a gynecologist who ll advise an ultrasound and few blood tests for hormones. take care. | |
What does a painful lump in armpit indicate?
i have a large painful lump on my right armpit, as i move my arm it hurts more. whilst checking again i found a small rice sized/shaped painless lump further up. Does this sound like anything to be concerned with?Im going to the doctors tomorrow but would like some knowledge in advance please. | Hi,It seems that you might be having some ingrown hair follicle infectionor something bite in armpit leading to enlarged painful lymph node in axilla.take some antibiotic medicine for 3 days.Ok and take care. | |
What treatment is suggested for Scabs on knees ?
I had scabs on my knees that resulted after falling on concrete. about a year later my left knee developed a tough itchy patch of skin that doesn t change. I try to keep it extra moisturized but that isn t helping. it isn t spreading but i m worried that it will. | Hi, It might be a hypertrophic scar. Consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. You can opt for steroid injection for symptomatic relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Q. How to identify the cause of allergy?
Hi doctor, I am getting allergy once in three to four days, which causes rashes and swelling on the body. I take Cetirizine to control the allergy. The allergy is mostly due to unknown factors. Although, it could be because of cloth material I am wearing or bed sheets. Is there anything I can do to understand the cause of allergy to avoid its recurrence? I have been taking Cetirizine for years. Does that have any notable side effect? | Hi. I have read your query in detail and do understand your concern. It is very difficult to narrow down to one or more causative factors. There are many tests available like patch testing or immunoassays to point out the allergy causing antigens, but practically they are not much useful. However, if there is any family history of autoimmune disorders like thyroid, you may get a thyroid profile done. Chronic idiopathic urticaria. 1. You can continue with Cetirizine. 2. Alternatively, you may take Loratadine 10 mg or Hydroxyzine 25 mg (at night). The side effects are quite rare especially if the dose is taken after a variable gap of few days. You may apply Calamine lotion as a soothing agent. For further information consult a dermatologist online.---> | |
Air bubble in stomach. Why do I get headaches, racing heart and dizziness?
hi im just wondering sometimes i feel like theres an air bubble in my stomach and then i feel it rushing to my head and my eyes feel like thier opening to give my 20 20 vision and after i get a headache and my heart beats so fast and i need to stop what im doing because i also get very dizzy, pls explain what this means | Hello,Thanks for writing in.From the symptoms you have been experiencing, it looks like your are having constant anxiety and panic.This happens when one is under stress and starts having somatic complaints.Please consult a qualified psychiatrist and get yourself examined for possible stress related anxiety.You may also need certain psychological evaluation and take counselling.Hope this helps. | |
Pregnant. Had pelvic scan showing yolk sac, fetal heart pulsation, fetal pole. Is the baby growth normal?
Hi doctor i have some questions, now i am in seven weeks 4 datys pregent,my early scan pelvic scan reports show ing below items. could you please check , how is my baby growth .gravid uterus.c.r.l = 1.3 cm correspoding 7 weeks + 4 daysyolk sac: presentFetal pole : presentfetal heart pulsation : presendecidual reaction : presentboth adnexae: normalcervical length : 3.5internal os is closed | Hello,According to USG scan report, above parameters are within normal range and corresponds to gestational age.Repeat scan may be needed to check fetal heart rate and over all well being. You continue to take folic acid supplements, vitamins, healthy protein rich diet, drink plenty water, maintain genital hygiene, avoid all type heavy work, long journey and take adequate bed rest.All the best. | |
Fever,rash on torso,feet,around mouth,irritable after eating almonds
I gave my son a piece of chocolate with almonds about 3:30 pm yesterday. I noticed him getting very irritable lateron in the day. He developed a fever and when we got home around 7:30 p I noticed that he had a rash . I assumed it was an allergic reaction to the almonds ( I think he has an allergy to walnuts, but he can eat AAAAAAA nuts and pistachios) so I gave him son benydrl around 8 pm. It is now 1 am and the rah has gotten worse could it be something else? Cortisone is not working either. The rash is on his extremities, torso front and back bottom of feet and a little around his mouth | Hello, Welcome to Healthcare Magic forum. Tree nuts are frequent causes of allergy in children especially almonds & walnuts .Your suspicion is most likely true as an allergy frequently presents as rash as described. However please remember that if the rash is worsening or he develops symptoms like breathing difficulty, swelling of tongue,high grade fever, vomiting, decreased urine or bleeding from any site then you should seek prompt consultation with his doctor.Since benadryl and I assume local cortisone has not been effective the doctor might precribe hydroxyzine or levocetrizine or prednisone as per his weight and indication. The less likely possibility is that of a viral exanthem but its usually preceded by prodrome illness like cold, fever, stomach upset etc before 3_4 days of rash.Also viral rash usually subside in a couple of days on its own. So you may wait and watch for progression and as per feasibility consult your doctor for confirmation of diagnosis and management. Wishing him a speedy recovery. Regards, | |
Swollen pus filled lump with itching on the lips after an insect bite. Hard lump formation after healing. What is it?
I believe I was bitten on my lip 3 weeks ago it itched at first then it swoll up then it began t drain ( puss like ) I squeezed it forcing the puss out then put peroxide then alcohol .. When it finally healed and the swelling went down I have a lump on the inside of my lip .. It s not noticeable but I can feel it when I lick my lip and my teeth squeezes it when will it heal and what is it ???? | hello and welcome to HCM forum, i am glad you posted your query, first of all i would like to inform you that the lump which is now formed on the inner surface of your lower lip, is nothing but a fibrosed,healed tissue. you have not mentioned about its consistency or if their is pain associated with it, i assume it is painless and firm in consistency. i would recommend you to avoid biting over it, as healing will be delayed, if you bother it too much. use an antibacterial (betadine) mouth wash twice/day ,practice this for a week. but , even if does not disappear after a week, then kindly visit your dentist for a check up., i hope i answered you query, i wish you good health. | |
What causes RDW level to reach 15.3?
I am taking amlodipine 5 mg,atenolol 25 mg,pravstatin 25 mg,and metformin 500 mg.my rdw is 15.3.,.3 above normal .Could my medications be causing this?also I seem to be getting different manufacturers of my meds which are generic,.Could this also be a cause of slightly elevated RDW? | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. Your RDW has no relation with any of your medicine. RDw is red cell distribution width. Your RDW is almost near normal. No neeed to worry for that. Just be relaxed.Hope I have answered your question. If you have any doubts then i will be happy to answer you.Thanks for using health care magic.Wish you a very good health. | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? Thanks in advance. | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just cocaine but a combination of drugs. Cocaine narrows blood vessels (vasoconstriction). It can lead to erectile dysfunction. Few studies suggest that it has receptors on testicles and sperm. So, it can degenerate testicular tissues/or sperm quality, transfer from sperm to female egg and can lead to early miscarriage. Cocaine is a very fast acting drug which affects the nervous system and produces short-lived euphoric attitude for 15 minutes to an hour, but causes long-term damage to the body and brain like anxiety, depression, aggression, impairment of logic and critical thinking, heart problem, hypertension and decrease in bone density. Its half-life is an hour. So, it takes about an hour for half of the cocaine consumed to leave the body. But, with long-term use, the drug starts to accumulate in the blood and body tissues allowing certain tests to detect it in the system for an extended period of time. After a single use of cocaine, agents created by its metabolism can be detected in the urine for two to four days, and in chronic users, cocaine can be detected up to 12 days and highly concentrated cocaine can be detected in the urine up to three weeks. It can be detected in the saliva and blood for an average 12-48 hours. In hairs and sweat for an extended period of time, it can be detected. So, after all the above description, I do not know how your husband had cocaine, as a cocktail along with other drugs, or just cocaine? Secondly, how long he has been taking it? For you, have you been on alcohol, cocaine or smoking? If you had taken in the past, better to quit completely. My advice is, try to avoid drugs like cocaine, alcohol, ketamine, and MDMA completely for a couple of months before trying for pregnancy. Because, if the mother has an addiction, it has psychosocial effects on the fetus in addition to the drugs' side effects itself. Best of luck. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Suggest treatment for bruised ankle
Hi. Im rachel ad im 15 years old. On Thursday last week, i was practicing new gymnastics skills and landed wrong on my right ankle. Its is bruised but not really swollen at all. It is the outside right under the femur bone. It hurts when I walk and do stuff on it. What do you think I did? How long should I rest it? Is it worth going to the doctors for? | Hello, Thanks for writing to us, I have studied your case with diligence.Instability may increase due to tear and laxity of ligament.I will advise you to do MRI ankle for soft tissue involvement.Till time you can continue use supportive splint or brace.Physiotherapy like ultrasound and TENS will help in early healing.As age is more you can manage it conservatively with brace and physio.Complication can be ankle arthritis ,profound instability ,recurrent fall ,inability to walk.Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.Take care. | |
Does rupturing of eggs on follicular study confirm pregnancy?
Hello Doctor, my name is Zainab Chunawala and I am 25 yrs old. I was married in 2004, and have a baby girl of 4.5 yrs old. Now I am planning for a second child since last 4-5 months. I even visited my gyn. She had suggested to go for a follicular study. My last cycle started on 26th June and then I conducted the Follicular study from 2nd July -till 8th July. Then the doctor told that the eggs are rupted on 8th July and to continue with the relationship for next 3 - 4 days. She also suggested to take the Dubagest - 200 twice a day for 5 days. I just want to confirm whether I have conceived. Does it means that the eggs ruputred is a confirmed pregnancy. It is mentioned in a report that RO - 1) Ruptured & 2) 11mm. LO 1) 14 mm. Request you to please call me or mail me. | see rupturing of follicle doesn't confirm pregnancy..after 14 days of rupturing of egg...wen u do upt test..if u get two lines..it is positive...rupture of follicle means ovulation has occurred. ..after that keep relationship...den after 14 days of ovulation...do your urine pregnancy test | |
Suggest treatment for autoimmune disorder
I am looking for a doctor who would be able to diagnose an autoimmune disorder. I have psoriasis, another vaginal condition (also autoimmune). Also, I have over the past 2 months had joint pain and swelling and the cortisone shots and anti-inflammatory medication touched the problem I am in physical therapy and that has not helped either. Please recommend someone to see that might be a good diagnostician. Thanks | hi, i would suggest that you need to visit rheumatologist, they are the one who had an expertise for diagnosing autoimmune disorder. | |
What could be the reason for weightloss considering liver biopsy followed by LFT came back inconclusive?
Hi Dr Grief.I am writing on behalf of my husband. He as been loosing weight over the last 2 years (he is normally very tall and lean anyway). He has seen a doctor about this and had blood tests. the test have come back with an elevated LFT reading he has since had a liver biopsy and that came back inconclusive (no cancer or Hep). We do not have any definitive results can you help with what other test he should do?Annick | Hello,I have gone through your query and understand your concern.There are numerous causes for weight loss.One of the most common cause you have to rule out is stress and Depression.Because it is difficult to identify with out any careful evaluation of possible psychological causes such as depression.Further it can not be detected by routine examination and investigations.Other possible causes are Malabsorbtion and Malignancy ( Cancer), autoimmune diseases, HIV, tuberculosis ( Abdominal Tuberculosis is common in Unexplained weight loss).Thus he need the further evaluation like Nutritional evaluation like levels of vitamins and minerals, Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Bone marrow aspiration and HIV serology.Depending on the cause, we have to treat him accordingly.For example: if he suffering from any depression, then he need Psychological counselling and support.If the weight loss is due to nutritional deficiency, then we have to give the supplements for him.Hope this helps.Please write back for further queries.Wishing you good health. | |
What causes bruise and swelling on shin due to hitting?
I was doing box jumps in my crossfit class and my shin hit the box. The first week was very painful but it started getting better. It s been 3 weeks and I still have slight bruising and it s still a bit swollen (quarter sized). Should I get it checked out? | HelloIt might be minor softtissue ininjury. Just have conservative medications. It will be ok after some days. If not go for the xray to find if any bone involvement | |
What causes rash on armpit?
My 4 yr. old has a rash spreading in his arm pit, NO Fever , not itching...looks kind of like a smooth mosquito bite, except it is spreading starten with 1 now about 15 spots in 5 hrs.? Hand Foot & Mouth is around but this does not look like that to me & NO FEVER? | Hi...usually the rash which starts like this in the armpit - the first possibility is eczema, which is a type of allergic reaction of the skin. The second possibility is a hand foot mouth disease as you say it is there around in the locality. But without fever, eczema is a high likely possibility. The trick of the management is keeping the skin moist and never allowing it to be dry. For this oil massage and lotions like Oilatum will help.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
What causes headache and fever in 5 year old?
My 5-year old complained of headache before she went to bed. At 2am I took her temperature,it was 101.8. I gave her water and children s and 1 tsp of CVS Children s Pain Relief. This morning she still has a headache and her temperature is 99.1 ? Any ideas on what this might be? Our doctor s office does not open up for another hour. | This could be viral infection. Give paracetamol syrup for fever every 4 hourly if fever persists. If fever persists then get child examined by a doctor. | |
Suggest remedy for pain and soreness in chest
I was hit in the chest a couple of weeks ago. The bruising and pain has left, on the left side. The right side I get a burning pain that is above my breast to the right, it shoots into my back shoulder blade. It causes my right arm to ache and tingle alittle bit. It happens mostly when I move but it does happen when I am sitting still. It happens a dozen times a day but doesn t wake me up at night. It hits on the pain scale of 8-9 for any where from 4 to 10 mins. EKG is fine. BP up a bit. Waiting on Chest X-Rays. Any ideas? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I had seen your medical presentation and understood your anxiety.Chest pain is more concerned for many people as heart is located. But there are many causes of chest pain. It can be muscle pain, lung pain, rib pain or esophageal gastric pain. All these factors are to be considered before diagnosing the exact cause. Coming to chest pain, you were having bruising on left side and burning pain above right breast. Probable most common cause could be acid reflux or gastritis (inflammation of stomach).As pain was changing with your sitting position, it could be due to muscle pain. So all these factors are to be considered before confirming the cause. It is better to go for the following investigations:1. ECG2. Chest x-ray3. 2D Echo4. Gastric function testsComing to your case, my opinion is there were no classic signs of heart pain. So the most probable cause might be gastritis. You can follow the below measures:1. start using antacids in the morning before taking breakfast2. avoid spicy food 3. better to have frequent small mealsSo don't get worried you will be relieved soon from your symptoms. You can go for investigations and if any abnormality is there you can contact us at anytime. Hope you will be recovered soon from your symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Q. What could cause immediate sensation of passing stools post meals in a diabetic?
Hello doctor, My mother-in-law is a 55 years old diabetic patient. She is suffering from a problem that whenever she eats anything she has feelings to use the washroom. Please help. | Hello. Your mother-in-law problem could be because of certain diabetic drugs also. I will be able to help you better if you can upload the list of medications she is on. And since how many days is she having this problem? What is the stool consistency, watery, or semisolid, or solid? Does she have any abdominal pain? Has she lost weight? Awaiting your reply, depending on that I will be able to help you better with appropriate treatment. ? IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). DM (diabetic mellitus). | |
Suggest remedy for hypersomnia while treating for brain tumor
Hi I have a dear friend who has brain cancer. Her family says she has been asleep or unconscious for the last three days. Is this because the tumor would make her sleepy or would her doctors given her something to make her sleep. She had a gioblastoma removed followed by radiation and oral chemo. She has had trouble with motor skills and numbness on her left side and they just discovered more tumors on her spine and cancer in her spinal fluid. They have inserted a port at the base of her skull to give her more chemo. | Hi, I am Dr.Bruno. I have read your question with care and understand your concerns abour your friend . Let me try to help you Question : Is this because the tumor would make her sleepy or would her doctors given her something to make her sleep. Answer : It is quite uncommon for sedatives to be given to brain tumor patients. It will be difficult to assess the level of consciousness when the patient has taken sedatives. So it is more likely that the tumor has grown and that it is pressing some vital structures and that has reduced her consciousness(PS : If Patients with brain tumour are to be sedated, they will be usually connected to ventilator) Hope you found the answer helpful.If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.Let me know if I can assist you further.Take care. | |
What are the symptoms of early pregnancy?
hello! I think I'm pregnant. The pregnancy test showed 2 lines. After a week or so since the day I was expecting my period my back started hurting when I move. I want to know if this is normal during pregnancy and what the reason might be for it to hurt. I also have the symptoms - I have headaches, sometimes temperature. I easily get emotional. Breast got extremely sensitive and I feel pain. But I don't have nausea. I think I'm on 5th week now and i read somewhere that nausea's got to be the first sign too. Is this so? | No everybody doesn't have nusea. These are signs of pregnancy except backache. If pain is severe then get yourself check by orthopaedics. otherwise take rest for few days and avoid exertion. | |
Diagnosed with mild cerebral atrophy, has increased weakness, memory loss. Any medications?
dear dr. my brother is 63 years of age , and he was diagonised to have a condition of mild cerebral atrophy . the consulting neurologist said that it is quite normal for a person of his age. of late he has become very weak and forgets dates and other small things. which when reminded he is fine. is there any medication that will help him. will be grateful if you could help thanking you william christy | Hi, First thing cerebral atrophy with neurodegenarative changes is a continuous process .........so we cant stop it and because of this he may have sleepless nights,confused behaviour specially after sun downing,forgetfullness,talking things of past or names that date back to 10-20 years ago....if like this symptoms are there alzhaimers disease...dementia is the most common cause.Do start with donepezil memantidine and neuroprotectors like citicholine piracetam and heavy doses of multivitamin.If fearfullness suspiciousness etc r there bettre add with anti psychotics....and dont forget to consult a psychiatrist before giving any medication. thanx | |
Is difficulty in passing stools due to herniated disc a serious problem?
Hello my name is Otis im a blk male age 49 6ft 1 inches weight 240 I have not had any problems passing stools in the past. Last year I had a herniated disc in my lower back L5-S1 that hit my nerve. I lost all bowl movement including being able to urinate. I had to have a caphiter put in for about a week or so then it was removed because I was able to urinate on my on. I had no bowl control ie.. could not stop bowl movement . I now have gained all control back but it is very hard for me to have a normal stool. I do have them but I have to push real hard to get it going. I have no pain while having a bowl movement but just a burning sensation in my legs. The Doc says the the pressure from my stool pressing on the nerve. Is this a serious problem or is it going to get better with time? | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.I have noted your symptoms and MRI report findings.Constipation is not a serious issue, however, it should be well managed.You can use stool softeners to ease up the bowel movements. Sometimes, digital evacuation may be needed.Physiotherapy with back extension exercises would be helpful.I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you have any follow up queries or if you require any additional information.Wishing you good health,Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology)Senior Consultant NeurologistApollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, IndiaClick on this link to ask me a DIRECT QUERY: BLOG: | |
What causes soreness in the abdomen?
Hi, I ate too much sausage yesterday around 5pm pacific. I rarely eat sausage or greasy meat but had a large sausage and egg and cheese omelet. Last night I notice being gassy and a soreness in my right adomen...between belly button and bottom of ribcage on right - not under rib cage. Tender to touch, dull achy, not sharp pain. better when standing. Note that I took care of my two grandson (4 and 2) on Wednesday and wonder if it could be a pulled muscle in my tummy or something - we were playing pretty hard. It feels a bit like a strain but not sure. | Hi.Thanks for your query.Read the history and understood the problems.Too many sausages, which you knew can cause problems has caused you gasses and soreness in the abdomen. The abdomen is tender to touch, dull achy and better on standing. This indicates wither an infection of the intestines by bad sausage or intolerance of the intestines to sausages. Get a course of an antibiotic, metronidazole, activated charcoal tablets, probiotic and see for the results. If there is a relief , nothing further needs to be done. If no relief you may need and upper GI Endoscopy, colonoscopy and further treatment as per the blood, urine and stool reports. Never take Sausages again. Take care. | |
Have pain in back & stomach, while urinating. Told UTI, on antibiotics. Have fever, headache. Swollen stomach. Suggestions?
Hi, I went to the hospital 4 days with pain in my back & stomach & while urinating & I was told I had a UTI & given antibiotics, a day later the hospital called me to change my antibiotics due to the micro test results. I have been on these new tablets for 2.5 days now & I am still in agony with my back. I have a fever, headache and my skin is flushed & blotchy. I have a swollen stomach which is painful but the burning sensation whilst peeing & the need to pee so frequently has passed. How long should it take for these antibiotics to work? I'm on strong over the counter painkillers also but I can't take these for longer than 3 days which is up tomorrow. Can you please advise? | Hi ! For the UTI to get cured, the antibiotic has to be taken atleast for 10 - 14 days to eradicate the infection. After48-72 hours of completing the course of antibiotics, one has to go again for a culture sensitivity test of the urine to be sure that the infection has been eradicated completely. If after the eradication of the infection, the back pain persists, you should consult your family physician for the possibility of an ultrasound abdomen to exclude renal stone, and also other allied investigations to exclude any orthopedic problem for the pain in the back. Further management will depend on the reports. In the reports are negative, I would suggest you to pay attention to your posture while at work and otherwise, and also see a physiotherapist if need be, Wishing you an early recovery, | |
Any medication for OCD without side effects ?
sir, my wife suffering from OCD since last 8 years . at starting i contact with doctors at jabalpur they diagonase as OCD. BUt medicine given by them are so hard and aftre increasing power my wife can not take such medicine. at present no any medicine ann take please advise me | Hi,There are multiple treatment options for OCD. Today many medications are available which have minimal side effects like fluvoxamine, sertraline, etc. If given appropriately, these medications are very safe and generally are well tolerated. In addition, there is also option of cognitive behavior therapy, which is a treatment that can be started with medications or without if the OCD is not very severe. Such therapy is need your wife to visit the therapist at regular intervals (once to twice a week) for about an hourly sessions.Hope the information was useful.Best wishes. | |
What does "low levels of B-cell" suggest?
have B-cell defiance because serum levels of IgE and IgD were low compared to levels of IgG and IgM. There were low levels of IL-2,4,6 that leads to the cytotoxic CMI leading to low levels of B-cell.You need to comment on these result in a scientific fashion giving clear answer supported by facts. | Hi,Welcome to HCM.B-cells are white blood cells present in the blood which are responsible for humoral response of the body to any infection. Humoral response is the production of antibodies which are specific to the pathogen causing infection and these antibodies attach themselves to the pathogen causing its death.Antibodies are usually immunoglobulins (Ig). There are 5 types of Immunoglobulins in our body. IgG, IgA, IgM, IgE and IgD. If there is a B-cell deficiency, there will be low levels of Immnuoglobulns produced.IL-2, 4 and 6 are factors which are called cytokines which modulate the cell differentiation and hence affect the cell mediated immunity.Deficiency of these factors may cause depletion of both B cells and T cells.Thanks | |
Q. 84 year old feels pain in vagina on standing. Please advise.
Dear doctor, My mother is 84 years old and when she walks or stands, she feels severe burning pain in her vagina. Can you please suggest a medicine? | Hello. She may be suffering from atrophic vaginitis along with a possible uterine descent which can exert pressure over the perineum while standing or walking and combined together can cause discomfort. Please take her to a gynecologist for a local examination and a high vaginal swab culture to rule out any infection. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Psoriasis, on allopatic treatment, taking steroids. Is it safe?
hey..i am a patient of psoriasis fron last 7 years.. i took homeopathy , dan i took aurvadic medicines bt dere was no result.. nw i am on aelopathy treatment n i am takin steroids n applyin too.. just wanted to ask dat hw much does dese steroids effent un ur body and skin?? people olways say dat steroids cause so many side effects in ur body? is it true?? n if yes then y do doctors recomend dat?? | PLZ GIVE SOME HOMOEOPATHY MEDICINE SULPHUR Q WITH COOCONUT OIL APPLY EXTERNAL BD PSORINUM 10M 1 DOSE ARS ALBUM 200 5PILLS TDS | |
What could cause a bump on penis after a scabies treatment?
Dear Doc,More than 6 months ago I got treated for scabies. all the rashes and marks on my body were gone except for those on my scrotum.a month after treatment, itching and the bumps on the sac reappearred. now from couple of days ago I have identified another bump with black dot in the centre. when touched or pressed I can feel the pain and it is on the penis.Kindly help me understand why I am facing this kind of problems near my sex organ when I never indulged in sexual activities till date.Also suggest me my immediate course of action.Thanks a lot. | hi,Scabies is notorious disease and some times remains for long time.Apply anti scabies lotion after forceful cleaning the part so that eruptions on penis get opened and lotion may enter in the site properly.Scabies germs remains under eruption so opening of eruptions is a must.Keep local hygiene clean and proper.Go for the treatment of other family members as well to prevent recurrence.Ok and take care. | |
Is taking Renereve Plus shot with Beta blocker while having knee pain?
Hello Doctor, My mom is 75 years old with heart condition - hypertrophic cardiomyopathy taking metoprolol tartrate 25 mg once a day. In the recent months, she developed knee pain and not able to walk. To relieve the pain, the Doctor suggested her to take a Reserve plus injection every week for 4 weeks.. Is this safe drug along with beta blocker that she is taking? Thank you | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.Renerve Plus Injection is safe with all medications for cardiac problems.Renerve Plus Injection contains Benzyl Alcohol, D-Panthenol, Methylcobalamin, Niacinamide, Pyridoxine, and Thiamine as active ingredients. Renerve Plus Injection works by lowering blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels by inhibiting the synthesis of very low density lipoproteins; relaxing the nerve signals to the brain; modifying the electrical activity thus relaxing and slowing overactive heart muscles.Renerve Plus Injection is used for Nerve pain, Nerve damage, Arthritis . | |
Lower area of gums cast dark shadow. What had caused this?
I had a bite wing X-ray taken yesterday and the lower area of my gums cast a dark shadow. The dentist felt the area and tried to move my lower teeth to see if they were loose. She said she had never seen a shadow like that and wanted me to see an oral surgeon. I had also taken a pano digital X-ray of the same area and the dentist who took that last month did not notice any abnormalities. Please let me know if you can what is causing the shadow in one and not the other. Thank you. | hi dear oaneh this shadow is most probably the developing and fixing error of the imaging xray ,,, such shadows are common in PA view bite wing ,xrays. there is no need of worry for this. if you feel some mobility in nearby teeth or you feel sensitivity or pain on chewing then there might be some chances of periapical infection or some tress trauma,,,, | |
Terrible burning sensation in eyes after eating prawns. Took Advil, woke up with swollen eyes. What should I do ?
hi, Im an 19 year old female. I had prawns for lunch and after some time,i had a terrible burning sensation in my eyes. I then had an Avil 25 and went off to sleep. I then woke up with with my under eye area swollen. what should i do? Im a Student in a different city than my parents. Pleases recommend something that is safe and without side effects. | Hi, You are suffering from prawn allergy.Continue taking antihistamines for the the swelling.However if you have severe allergic manifestation like difficulty in brething then you will have to immediately meet your docter.I think now that it is clear its allergy to prawns avoid it in future. Bye Take Care | |
Suggest prognosis of health conditions with disfunctionality of lungs
I am a little confused. My mother had a biopsy this morning in England and after it was over and she was in recovery her left lung collapsed and blood went into both her lungs (not a huge amount). They put her on oxygen, but because she has asthma, her blood became acidic because of high carbon dioxide levels. The have her on a oxygen mask which is on firmly and have inserted a drainage tube. When I asked about her oxygen saturation levels they said she was at 99%, but wanted her to be closer to 82%. Am I missing something? I thought normal oxygen saturation levels should be between 95-100%. I know this as I have just gone through 6 weeks of my colleagues Mum in ICU who died from Lung Cancer and who worked as a nurse. So I speak a lot of time talking over treatment with the doctors as I was the one who remained calm. My Mother is 82, very active, does have a slow heart because they lasered off an extra valve and is not overweight. I am trying to control things from here as I have an hysterical sister!!! I just spoke with them again and they said she is definitely more alert, than she was 4 hours ago. | The oxygen needs to be on the lower side in order to control her carbon dioxide levels and also control her acidosis. If she is more alert now then it indicates that her carbon dioxide levels are lower and probably she is improving. | |
What causes erection problem after using Lexapro?
Hi I have been taking lexapro for about 2 years and I have been experiencing problems with sex drive, erections and reaching ejaculation. I have been advised to switch to duloxetine as it may help with these problems. Am I less likely to have these problems with this antidepressant, Wayne | HelloThanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have been taking Lexapro for your mental illness and now facing problems related to sexual activities .Lexapro is antidepressant drug that elongs to SSR Inhibitors group of drugs .It is known to have side effects like decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm; .Duloxetine also belongs to same group of drug hence unlikely to resolve your problems Please consult your treating Psychiatrist to explore possibility of changing for altrnate drug.Dr.Patil. | |
Can Siphene be taken after laparoscopy and hysteroscopy?
HI i have been married for last 4 years.and i am try to get pregnant from last 2 years.Doctor have told i am suffering from polystic ovary.this august i have undergone laproscopic & hysterscopy for the same.again doctor has recommended me Siphene 100.Is it correct | Hi, you can take siphene. It is given to increase the size of the follicles. Track your follicles growth by repeated ultrasound. When follicles reach a size more than 17 mm, take injection for rupturing the follicles. Be in contact with your husband for next 2 to 3 days. Take progesterone for next 2 weeks. Do a urine pregnancy test after that. You can try like that for 3 to 6 months. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any other query I will be happy to help. Regards Dr khushboo | |
Does having honey and cinnamon affects blood pressure?
I have found through internet that honey and cinnamon ( WWW.WWWW.WW is very good for curing cholesterol and arthritis. My mom have this 2 diseases also..But she has a another problem also, that is high blood pressure. So my question is honey and cinnamon will effect or not the high blood pressure problem ? And can her use honey and cinnamon, since she has high blood pressure? | hellowelcome to healthcaremagic, honey and cinnamon dont cause high blood pressure.. so she can continue using them. but their use in arthritis and cholesterol is also debatable. thank you | |
Can person with blood group O marry A group person?
Hi I am George!Good day!I am just concern with the information that I learned from my friend.She told me that a person with blood type O should not marry a person with blood type A or vice versa. She said that the probability of having a child with genetic disorder or health defects is really high. Is this really true? | Hi,After going through the details, its my opinion that there shouldn't be a problem.When close relations marry, the genetic pool reduces and the mutations increase in number. So, the offspring has a higher risk of congenital abnormalities or health defect syndromes due to these mutations.If you are not related, the blood groups should not matter.Among blood groups, if the female is Rh negative and male positive, immune hemolytic disease of newborn may be seen. It can be prevented easily.I do not find any reason to stop you for genetic reasons.Any further queries, happy to help again.Dr. Prakash HM | |
What causes the pain in the hip after a ankle surgery?
Hello. I recently broke my right ankle, and had surgery this week. All is well with the ankle, but my left hip is so sore, and I have started to feel painful if fleeting pin prick sensations. I assume it s because I have been sitting with my right leg elevated unnaturally and overcompensating for my non-weight bearing right leg , but would be interested in comments. Is there anything I can do, heating pad? Ice? Thanks. | Hi, Take tablet gabapentin 400 mg and nortriptyline 10mg in night for your pick and prick sensation, it could be due to nerve compression of various causes, apply diclofenac gel, hot pack. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
What are the chances of pregnancy if missed period after unprotected sex?
sir i had an unprotected sex with my wife on 20 december 2011 and she consumed ipill on the very same day she had her period on 15 december 2011 she started up again with a vaginal bleeding on 25 decembernow in this month her period has skippedis she pregnant | hello..thanks for trusting the healthcare magic doctors for ur health related queries.I guess ur concern is about..chances of getting pregnancy if missed period after unprotected sex..right.well..the answer is..YES. there is chances of getting pregnancy if u r not taking any precautions during or after unprotected sex. but ur wife already had took precaution (i-pill). so DON'T WORRY, u r in safe zone.u people had sex during safe period of mense(1st-7th day of menses) ,so u both already take DOUBLE PRECAUTION. so RELAX..nothing to worry.usually after taking i-pill, period might be delayed or may come earlier. so it's just due to the hormones.so..RELAX.with above discussion u can try out my suggestions-1. if u r in doubt then do urinary pregnancy test, it is easily available in medical store. do it, if it is negative,nothing to worry.2. if it is positive then visit to nearby gynecologist. he/she can help u.3. in future,take precautions during unprotected sex.I hope the above information is useful, informative and helpful for u.regards- Dr sudha rani panagar.( i can understand ur tense-full situation,DON'T WORRY, EVERY PROBLEM HAVE SOLUTION..RELAX) | |
What causes red itchy rash on the legs?
My 4 year old daughter has bites that we believe to be mosquito bites on her legs. (about 4 bites) She has been complaining of itching & we have been applying hydrocortisone cream a few times per day. I noticed tonight that two of the bites (& one in particular) have a large (2-3 inch) reddened area around them & one has a defined white border around the red. Does this seem like a reason for concern? | Hi,It seems that there might be having allergic reaction to some insect bite producing itchy rash and bumps.Give her Benadryl or Cetrizine syrup for 2-3 days.Ok and take care. | |
Have disc disease with facet hypertrophy and neural foraminal narrowing impinging upon exiting. Falling down frequently
Hi my name is Greg had back surgery 2006 was good for awhile but now I am falling down all the time from nerve pain it is like being hit in the back with a axe now this is what i have bee told.. How do I fix myself disc disease at l4 - l5 and l5 - S1 with facet hypertrophy and neural foraminal narrowing impinging upon the exiting L4and L5 nerve roots bilaterally | Hello Greg, If your pain is not being controlled by medical means you will have to think about another surgery.Please consult a Neurosurgeon and they will be able to guide you, taking into consideration your previous surgery. Hope this helps. | |
How do i reduce the body heat of one month old baby?
I have a one month old at home and since last night his body is really hot. When I checked his temp it is only 98.4 degrees. He has not slept the whole night. he did have few wet diapers since morning. can you pls advice how do i reduce his body heat? | Hi,Thank you for asking question on health care magic.Measure the temperature correctly.If found to be high give paracetamol drops 15 mg/kg body weight per dose 6th hourly.The reason for not sleeping may be infantile colick.Colimex-DF drops 3-4 times daily may help.Hope this answer will serve your purposePlease feel free to ask any more queries if requiredTake careDr.M.V.Subrahmanyam MD;DCHAssociate professor of pediatrics | |
Taking cymbalta, diflucan and pamelor for canker sores and burning sensation in mouth. Could it be gum disease?
For months now I have had a salty tasting discharge coming out through my gums ALL DAY LONG! Then I get canker sores and my tongue burns and different types of sores on roof of mouth n inside bottom lip and tongue. I went twice to Care Station and they thought systemic yeast infection. I was on Diflucan first for 1 week about 3 months ago, then approx 1-1/2 months ago put on diflucan again for 2 more weeks. I also went to my dentist and he referred me to a periodontist & both confirmed that it is not gum disease or any bacterial infection. They don t know. I also have dry mouth. First for depression & chronic fatigue I was on two drying meds...Pamelor 25 mg and Cymbalta 30 mg. I have been off the Cymbalta in case that was causing the dryness, but nothing is getting better. I even tried natural things like Solaray a Yeast-Cleanse & Oil of Oregano. No help. I heard that a culture can be done or stool or blood sample, because if what s in my mouth isn t tested I won t respond to treatment. I read that diflucan won t cure certain kinds of yeast(if that s what it is!) can anyone tell me where to go next? | Hi,Thanks for asking the query,Canker sores occurs due to physical or chemical trauma.Apply Dologel oral ointment topically over the affected area.Take multivitamin suplements.Take complete balanced diet and drink plenty of water.Avoid anxiety and stress.Avoid smoking and alcohol as this may worsen your condition.Take care! | |
How to treat pain in shoulder blade?
I was exercising doing a chest fly and i felt a muscle under my arm and down the left side of my ribcage area grab. It felt fine the next day so I went golfing. Now I have pain in that area, at the bottom of my shoulder blade and in my pec muscle. Any advice? | Hello, It could be a sprain or tendon injury. As a first line management, you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist you can consult an orthopedician and plan for an MRI scan. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What can cause tight sensation in the chest along with shortness of breath?
My husband has been having chest tightness and about 6 weeks ago chest pain. He has had an echo cardiogram and nothing came out. He had one where they gave him liquid through an IV to see about a blockage and they said his heart was strong. He had lung xrays but his lungs are clear. He gets a chest tightening and feels out of breath for about 4 to 5 min and then it releases. Any thoughts on this? | Hello, As you explain the situation if he was my patient I would recommend him to control the stomach sometimes reflux may be the cause. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jnikolla, Pulmonologist | |
What causes constant dull aching pain in upper abdomen radiating to back?
I'm having continuous, dull achy pain in the midline upper abdomen that sometimes intensifies and radiate to my back. I'm 10 days post-partum and pain has been present x 3days. Normal, unmedicated vaginal delivery. Hx of near-total splenectomy (with post op splenic vien and portal vein thrombosis 2+ years ago, was tx with anti-coagulants for 6 months and had clear CT scan), mild-moderate h. sperocytosis. I had constant heartburn during the pregnancy, which subsided after the birth. Any dx ideas? | welcome to Health care magic.1.The present symptoms can expected in the postpartum patients.2.But in your case you have history with thrombosis and splenectomy - There are chance to reoccur blockage after pregnancy with blood stasis.3.One can not take a chance with significant history - If you are my patient i would ask for a doppler study to confirm that all the flows are normal.4.Suggest to get an appointment as soon as you can get.5.Gallbladder stone can also expected to give such pain.6. Hope it helps you.Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you. |
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