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What is the treatment for influenza in a child?
Hi, my 30 months old daughter is sick for 3 weeks (flu, caughing). As per doctor s advise, for 7 days she got antibiotics, 2 times a day. Three days ago, her tongue start turning black. Could you please tell me what is the cause and what can I do about it. Thanks. | Hi, Tongue turning black could be side-effect of linezolid antibiotic if it has been used. Otherwise, no specific reason can be attributed and keep her well hydrated and it will go off in 4 to 6 weeks. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Sumanth Amperayani, Pe... | |
Suggest medication for stomach pain & diarrhea
Over the last 2 days I have been experiancing periods of on and off stomach pains in my lower abdomen and diarrhea. The pains are 10 mins on, 10mins off, leading to regular toilet visits of sudden, watery diarrhea. Some constipation was also felt leading me to belif I hav... | Hi,From history it seems that you might be having GI infection giving this pain and diarrhea.Take some antispasmodic medicine like Meftal spas or Cyclopam to get relief from pain.Take Ofloxacilin, tinidazole combination medicine for 3 days.Take plenty of water.Take light diet like curd, rice, buttermilk.Ok and take car... | |
Ferocious behavior towards pets and children
15 year old girl, lies, steals, threatens to kill you in your sleep by bashing yours head in with a hammer,, found the hammer under her bed, has killed 2 cats, bullies liitle kids, punches the dogs,playes in her own feces, tryes to kill erself talks about it alot, bangs her... | Hello,Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query.I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through.This condition is called conduct disorder. Some blame goes to the genes but some also goes to the parenting pattern. Any history of abuse also leads to these ki... | |
Lumps on neck
Hi my partner started riding a motorbike a couple of months ago now and has noticed a lump on the back of his neck he went to the doctor and they gave him amoxacilan and it went down a little but never went away now he has noticed another one on the side of his neck about a centermeter away from his ear? | hi welcome to healthcaremagic.com You have a very valid query regarding ur partner's health. Lumps on the back of the neck can be from a number of causes the most common among them is infections leading to the swelling of lymph nodes at the posterior triangle of neck. the consisitency and feel of the node can help a ph... | |
Q. l got a sore hard lump after the removal of wisdom tooth. Is it normal?
Hello doctor,I just got one side of my wisdom teeth removed both upper and lower six days ago, and I have another one scheduled after two days for the left side. The upper is 100 % fine, which they pulled. The lower they pulled the tooth withou... | Hello. The lump is mostly a hard swelling which forms postsurgical removal of the wisdom tooth or maybe even by swollen lymph nodes due to infection. It takes a week or two for the swelling to subside. Sometimes, if the root is still inside, the infection may be remaining there causing swelling. Get an X-ray done to fi... | |
What is the treatment for sores in the mouth?
My daughter has an infection in her mouth that has caused a mass that extends out of her cheek, it is red in color and is aproximately the size of a quarter. She does have a broken tooth that appears to have an abcess and will need extraction. However, our dental insurance... | HiWith your query, it would have been better you had mentioned your daughters age. I think your daughter had an periapical abscess since you have mentioned she is having a decay tooth. It would be better if you visit your dentist to decide the treatment since it can be either restored or extracted only by clinical exam... | |
Suggest treatment for severe cough and cold
I have had a bad cough and cold for four days. Saw a doctor, but was not prescribed cough medicine because my period is late. I am not pregnant. I took two tests. Now I have a lot of pain in my lower left quadrant when I cough or sneeze. Some times just walking around. Shoul... | Dear Madam,as you have informed that you are not pregant then I,from my daytoday clinical experience ,can say you should take some broadspectrum antibiotic like Amoxycillin that acts on respiratory tract infection causing bacteria.also you should take salbutamol tablet in proper dose to stop cough.in thisway you can cl... | |
Suggest a remedy for genital warts
Hello. I ve just found out I have 3-4 very small genital warts in the same Area. The doctor sprayed them with liquid nitrogen today but they are still itchy and I m worried about them spreading. Is there anything else I can do to prevent more appearing? | Hello,Welcome to Health Care Magic. I read carefully your query and I understand your concerns.Normally, warts can disappear by themselves, and need no treatment if the aren't causing discomfort. But if your symptoms include itching, burning and pain, or if visible warts are causing emotional distress, I could recommen... | |
What does a hard lump in the back of a child indicate?
Hi, I found a hard, pea-sized lump in the back of my two year old daughter s neck this evening. The lump is immovable. It is just below the hairline and is near the lymph nodes, but I can t say for sure that it is lymph node. I asked her if it hurt when I pressed ... | thanx for posting query in health care magic.the description given by you seem to be a lymph node only.you really need not worry about it as long as its not tender and not increasing in size and there are no other problems associated with it.just wait and watch , it will disapper with time. | |
Suggest remedy for lack of bowel movement in children
Hello there my 2 and half year old daugther have no bowel movement in 1 week even with using miralax for a week now.She s not constipating no pain no nothing.Can you please tell me what to do next?We used fleet Enema and it worked,but after using it she has no bowe... | Hello,Your baby seems to be having chronic constipation. It needs to change diet which should be fiber rich, provide adequate water intake. I also advise for some blood test as TTG IgA, thyroid profile. You can start laxative as PEG to improve gut function.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist yo... | |
What causes pressure in the center of chest and breathlessness?
I am a 44 yr old female. Four days ago I was in the car with my husband when I felt great pressure in the center of my chest. It hurt so bad that the pain went to the front of my neck. I also had a little shortness of breathe. This lasted for a few minute... | Hello dear, thanks for posting your query here.The pain described by you is what is called as typical angina.So you have to get yourself evaluated properly.You must immediately go to your doctor to get an ECG done. And you might need a stress test of your ECG is normal. But if you have got the risk factors like diabete... | |
Does Teva cause respiratory problem?
I have been having facial breakouts about 3 at a time for the last 6 to 8 weeks. I have been narrowing down any and all different products I may been using. I am now down the the generic Teva for singulair-montelukast sod 10 mg. I have been taking this drug for approx. 2 months for... | As such its not harmful for condition you are using, but you should consult a doctor timely for evaluation of progress of your problem. Till then continue using it | |
What causes bizarre fit of excessive crying at night?
Hi, my son just turned 3 years old and has been sleeping through the night since he was about 8-9 months. He has had a bedtime routine of shower, pjs, rocking and then laying down. Since he was 1 he has gone to bed anywhere from 8-8:30 and wakes up around 7:30. He ... | Hi...there are certian possibilities which come to my mind after going through your query in detail....1. Night terrors2. Bed bugs or insect bites3. New change of bed linen which is irritating his skin4. New change in his immediate environment in the bedroom5. New arrival or a stranger at home.If you think none of thes... | |
What causes panic attack with palpitations?
Yesterday i had a panic attack with really bad palpitations that lasted 15 minutes. In the evening i had another 2 or 3 palpitations but nothing to worry me. Today i have been getting quite a few palpitations every hour or so...about 3 or 4 per hour. They have now stopped fo... | Palpitations can be related to many diseases relating to heart, hormones , psychology etc.... assuming that you were diagnosed with anxiety disorder ,the causes for repeated palpitations of yours are may be due to 1. irregular medication2. dose changes3. causes which require to investigate more eg:Pheochromocytomahope ... | |
Suggest treatment for neck pain,giddiness,weakness and leg pain
Dear sir, Iam here Mohammed.Ghouseuddin,from Hyderabad, AP,India, my sister suffering since 2 years hypothyroidism and not only Hypothyroidism, Fever,high blood pressure,difficulty swallowing, giddiness,weakness, neck pain, headache,left leg pain and unab... | Hello, I would recommend consulting also with a neurologist for a physical exam and performing nerve conduction studies in order to investigate for possible Myasthenia Gravis or peripheral neuropathy. A brain MRI study may be needed too. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards... | |
Q. Increased dose for hyperthyroidism end up causing hypothyroidism. What to do?
Hello doctor, I am a 52-year-old female. I have an underactive thyroid condition. I had nuclear medicine a few years ago and had been going for regular checkups but recently due to some reasons, my TSH level had increased. So I was given ... | Hello. I just read your query and from what you mentioned it appears you had hyperthyroidism which was treated with radioactive iodine and now you are hypothyroid. Well, it is perfectly normal phenomena, after radioactive iodine ablation of the thyroid gland we usually expect patients to be hypothyroid. In your case, i... | |
Forgetfullness, repeats the same thing, misplaces things, sleepy all the time, low self esteem. Reason?
hi, i dont know what to do in this situtation. my mother is 57 years old and she is always forgetting, repeating herself constantely, misplacing things, sleeps all the time no motivation and low self esteem/depresse... | Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query. The symptoms which you have described could be due to a neurological disorder or a psychiatric disorder. A neurological problem called Dementia can present with memory deficits and personality changes. Psychiatric disorders like depression can also present w... | |
What are the chances of pregnancy without ejaculation?
I was wondering if you could help me out, my girlfriend and I were "dry humping" about 4-5 days ago. She was on the 4th day of her period. I had boxers and jeans on, and she was wearing sweat pants and panties. I remember pulling back when I ejaculated, but I cant... | Hi, Dr Purushottam Neurgaonkar here. I welcome you to HCM VIRTUAL CLINIC. I have gone through your question, and I think I have understood your concern. I will suggest you the best possible treatment options.1 ) First of all do not panic. 2 ) Day 10 to 20 of the cycle, is the most fertile period of cycle, in a woman wh... | |
Q. I have back pain due to sitting in front of computer for long hours. Kindly advise.
Hello doctor, I am 27 years old male. I was sitting in front of the computer for more than 10 hours per day for past one month. I have mild pain in my lower back, not a constant pain. the pain either left side or right side but the ... | Hi. I have seen your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). According to your complaints, I will suggest you few things. Do not sit in front of the computer for a long time not more than one hour after that at least walk for 2 to 3 minutes and you can get back to your work. Because of long-standing s... | |
What causes oozing eyes followed by headache and tightness in neck?
3yr 8month old who has a sand pit at Pre school, paints, plays outdoor with other kids with trees, squirrels near by, etc., contracted oozing eye over last 48 hrs, got Gentamicin Sulfate drops after putting them in yesterday oozing stop and already lo... | Hi...by what you quote I feel these nonspecific symptoms point out towards as atypical infection and especially when there's eye discharge. Though there's no fever and appetite is normal, the other possibility to be borne in mind is Rickettsial infection. I suggest you consult your pediatrician regarding this.Regards -... | |
Suggest treatment for depression and mood swings in a 15 year old
my 15 year old is depressed, emotional, hates school, wants to give up ....We had an i.e.p. and all the teachers said was that if he wouldn t skip school so much or be tardy every day, he d understand....My son got emotional in the meeting and said that... | in my opinion he needs to be encouraged to attend cognitive behavioural therapy he needs to be encouraged to attend sports that will gradually wean off drugshe needs motivation enhancement therapy for weed use | |
What does it mean by leg pain and kidney infection?
i have a kidney infection and a pain radiating down my left hip and back of my left thigh. I have no insurance for medical attention and do not want to run straight to the ER. I am also nauseas and have a migraine out of this world, which i first thought was due to t... | Hey left him and left thigh could be due to a problem in the nerve or the muscle relaed as well. My friend who had sciatica was having similar complaints. That also has to be checked about. | |
Mentioned an aneurism. Did MRI for prostate cancer. Worried about the findings?
my husband's doctor mentioned an aneurism but did not elaborateHe is doctoring for prostate cancer and recently had a MRI= the prostate doctor sent this info to the family doctorhis arota was stretched so maybe this is the reasonmy questio... | Hi and welcome to HCM. Thank you for your query.Well, this is probably aortal aneurysm and this is commonly found in many asymptomatic patients. There is no need to operate this if this is sizedWish you good health. Regards | |
Tender and heavier breasts. History of having unprotected foreplay without penetrated sex. Possible pregnancy?
Hi doctor I am a 25 years old girl, I had my last period from 23-28 april. I had sex (without penetration, we just rubbed) with my boyfriend on the last day of my period and 4 times throughout the followi... | Hello,thanks for using health care magic.Pregnancy results when sperms from a man meets with a waiting egg in the females body and that could only be possible if the man ejaculates in to the female's vagina. Following the information you have given, there was no penetration and defintely there should be no pregnancy. B... | |
Diagnosed with secondary bone cancer. Tumor on the skull causing difficulty in vision. What is the prognosis and treatment?
my mom just got diagnosed with secondary bone cancer , she has a one large tumor on her skull and three small ones on her skull, the large one is pushing on her brain and causing double vision, t... | Hi Thanks for writing in. Secondary bone cancer in a female is mostly from breast, lung, kidney or thyroid. Pelvic tumors spreading to bone is rare. The pelvic tumor may itself be a secondary. She needs CT scan thorax and abdomen, mammography and thyroid ultrasound to locate the primary. A few special tests (immunos) o... | |
I am suffering from gynecomastia. Can turmeric help in cure this ?
hi doc, I am 25 yrs old. I am suffering from gynecomastia. I have heard turmeric can help. is it so ? please advise me some natural treatments | hello jenisha, welcome to HCM in your age group the common causes of gynecomastia are obesity and hormonal disorder. so if you are obese try to reduce your weight by daily excercise and diet modification. if you are not obese then try to consult a physician for cause of hormonal imbalance.you may need ... | |
Is it normal to have a sore left arm with very high blood pressure?
Questions, last year on the 16 of December 2013, I got home from working out, and all of a sudden my nose was bleeding and blood was coming down my throat. It lasted for over an hour and a half, and it stopped but my heart was pumping so fast, then th... | Hello,Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query.I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through.No its not normal, but it may not be related to your BP and nose bleed. t could be some musculoskeletal trauma. You should consider getting some physiotherapy fo... | |
What are the side effects of taking Febuget 40?
I am 56+ years,and Body weight.54 Kg. My BP 135/85, Blood sugar.98 fasting, Lipid profile - Normal, Uric acid = 6.7. I take Esam 5mg, Lodoz 2.5mg, Aztor 10mg,and Start now Febuget 40mg, I have cervical spondilitis and pain on the both knees. what is the side effect.of ta... | Hi, Febuget 40 (febuxostat) is a medicine used to keep uric acid levels low and ence used in treatment and prevention of gout. Generally, it is well tolerated by most of the patients however it may cause headache, diarrhea, nausea and during initial treatment an increase in gout symptoms (rapid onset of pain in the jo... | |
Sperm count 91 M, Motility 30%. Baby? Medication for sperm motility?
hi my name is , my age is 32 years and my wife age is 22 years. we have no child. we are under treamtment last 7 years but we don s get child. my wife usg report is normal, and my report of seman is : sperm count 91 M. motility 30%, can we get child ... | hello welcome to HCM your count and motility are fine the way you have described your case looks like unexplained infertility The consultant will help you with some medications and treatment However you can try Intra uterine insemination which can help your wife get pregnant hope to have answered your query Dr Nandita ... | |
Is weakness normal after having undergone angioplasty?
three month before my father heart 1 stant angeoplasty ,but he feel more wekness .what is the reason. her ragular diet normal. and take medicen.report say her vsd is 9mm but secont report say two month after vsd 7mm. vsd left to right. her age is 65 nearly. | hello ,I have gone through your query.I hope there is typing error mentioning HER for your father's history.well you have raised 2 different question i shall answer each separately.1.weakness after angioplasty may be because of heart attack he might have sustained.was angioplasty done after heart attack or it was done ... | |
Back pain, low bone density. Taking paracetamol. How can the back pain issue be solved?
32 years old man, i have heavy pain in my back,i consult so many doctors and i also ate so many tablets but no use still the pain is continue so what solution to me..pls help me doctor? i want your advice must... [i was test in my ... | It is advised to get done MRI scan of the region of back(you have not mentioned). Take tab tramadol everyday 1 after dinner till you get scan done. For osteoporosis, you take alandronate tab 10 mg one tab every week. | |
Would balancing the neurotransmitters increase cognitive abilities ?
My cognitive abilities are extremely diminished but the neurologist whom I saw, seems to think otherwise as I m fairly young and the thought of dementia or Alzheimer disease seems to be out of the question. I think its time to take matters into my ow... | Hi Welcome to Healthcare Magic Forum Please mention ur age, sex, and symptoms (atleast). You can see a homeopathic physician for "symptoms similar to dementia/alzheimers", it will surely help. Sometimes, in the absence of positive lab/test findings , patient is left untreated , which is unfortunate. If there is a compl... | |
Is SGPT- ALT level related to hepatitis?
Can you tell me that if SGPT - ALT level raised to 64 then does it have belong to any hepatitis??? My SGPT-ALT level is raised to 64 and i have a pain in my both feet i took medicine for tow months though doctor has given me juts Arolla Tablets and said you ll feel better in on... | Dear friend, welcome to HCM> in heptitis, the liver enzymes AST, ALT rise to hundreds to thousands depending on the cause. 64 is mild elevation. what re other liver parameters like? pl. post details of results and great details on symptoms to guide you better. Get well. | |
What could tight chest and pain in left arm suggest?
have had some chest tightness and chest pain for about two weeks now along with pain, like an ache in my left arm. I am 17 years old. I went to A&E the other day, where they performed an ECG which came back normal, they also did my BP and took swabs of my nose and m... | Hello,As you had investigated with EKG and it is normal, so cardiac causes ruled out here. A chest x-ray can be done to check for respiratory pathology if present. If chest x-ray also normal than history regarding excess stress can be taken. Excess anxiety also can lead such chest tightness. Consult a physician for exa... | |
Need medication for weakness & tired of body
I worked out 3 days ago and felt shaky, weak, and weird. (It was 100+ outside the gym.) I immediately went to the doctors and they ran blood tests. Everything came back normal but he said one enzyme was a little high. (But not too high.) I still feel weak and I get tired qu... | Hello, Usually, these cases happen in the people who undergo high-intensity exercises. But this is normal. I will say, go slow with low intensity exercises as this may help to achieve the normalcy in the physiology and avoid such symptoms. For now you need to just consume more water and go slow with the exercises. You ... | |
What causes fever, throat and back pain?
Hi Doctor, My son has had a fever of 100 - 102 off and on for about 3 days. Not much of an appetite, fighting allergies a little, active at times but extremely drained at times. Completely unlike him, he is normally very very active. At times just wants to lay on couch or be... | Hi,From history it seems that he might be having viral infection producing generalized bodyache, backache, fatigue and weakness.Give him complete rest and plenty of water.Give him paracetamol or ibuprofen for fever and backache as and when require.Give him light food for 2-3 days.Within 2-3 days he will be alright.Ok a... | |
What causes nausea, breast heaviness and cramps despite having negative UPT?
My basal body temp. is 99.9, the past two weeks I wake up soaked in between my thighs and lower back. I am on day 46 today of my cycle and still no period. Today I got a negative home preg. test but Im not convinced. I feel like my period is ... | Hi, I think you should go for a blood test for pregnancy and a ultrasound also. It will clear your doubt. If you are not pregnant, you can take some medicines for inducing periods. Consult a gynecologist. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo | |
What causes extreme muscle and joint pain?
I am 72 yrs old I have cardiac problems of a moderate leaking aortic valve and ascending aortic aneurysm , lymphedema of Legs and feet, pinched nerve in neck along with arthritic spurs and lower back problems with arthritic spurs plus Hypothroidism, COPD Asthma& Obese. In Aug... | Hi, The pain is most likely due to a pinched nerve in the cervical (neck) region. As of now, you can take pregabalin capsules to relieve the pain. If symptoms persist, MRI of cervical spine may be done. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sudhir Kumar, Neurologist | |
Can stomach pain lead to pain while urinating?
The other day I experienced severe lower abdominal pain after peeing and passing a BM it started hurting immediately and the pain grew more and more severe as the hours went on there was a constant pain in my stomach that felt sharp and lasted as long as an aching pain wh... | hithanks for askingi would like to ask about any contraceptive pills usage and sex activity your age........the history looks like a urinary tract infection.........but some relevant investigation needs to be done like urine RE,ultrasound abdomen and pelvis,full blood count.....meanwhile you can take painkillers and co... | |
Is mustard yellow color stool of a 4 year old a cause of concern?
Hi, My son is 4yrs and his stools have always been a light tan-mustard yellow colour. He quite often has loose/mushy bowel movements. He is in good health otherwise, with plenty of energy and generally eats a good diet. Should i take him to see his doct... | Thank you for your query. A reduction or absence of bile salts can cause the stool to become yellow or pale. Bile salt production can be reduced due to liver disfunction. The passage of bile salts into the intestines can be prevented by blockages of the bile ducts due to inflammation, gallstones, or biliary dyskinesia.... | |
Suggest treatment for spina bifida and hydrocephalus
I have spina bifida and also hydrocephalus. I m 51 and had the bubble removed from my spina at two weeks, and then got a vp shunt at about a month old. I was maybe four months old when the shunt stopped working, but since I wasn t sick the dr thought that my body wa... | Hi, I am Dr.Bruno. I have read your question and understand your concerns. Let me try to help you Question : What is your view on the subject?Short Answer : Follow the Advice Given by the New Doctor. See him only if you have headache, Vomiting, Blurring of vision etc Explanation : You need to have regular checkups as ... | |
Why does blood come along while urinating?
my dad is 70 yrs old had infection removed from prostate a month ago for last two weeeks he has done nothing but urinate straight blood rarely it will be milky looking but mostly just blood had biopsy done on prostate came back negative but why is he urinating blood all the t... | Hello, frank blood in urine can be due to multiple causes right from the kidney to the urethra. Any trauma anywhere along the whole of urinary tract can cause frank blood in urine. Bleeding per urethra has multiple differential diagnosis right from trauma, infection, stone in tract, cancer and so on. From my point of v... | |
Suggest remedy for the bump at the bottom of teeth
hi I had my widow teeth taken out last saturday so about 5-6 days ago and between the two last teeth not counting my wisdom teeth obviously are a bit swollen and has a soft bump on each side of my bottom teeth and i noticed that it can be opened ... is this bad whats ... | Hi..Welcome to Healthcare Magic.I have gone through your query and can understand your health concerns..As per your complain after wisdom tooth extraction appearance of swelling or lump over the jaw is a common finding and it occurs as a result of inflammation due to trauma to the soft tissues caused during extraction.... | |
How to cure swelling and pain on the ankle after horsefly bite?
I recently (not 72hrs ago) received a 'horsefly bite on my ankle - and as of approx 24hrs ago, there is pain in the ankle and now swelling around the ankle. The 'bite' does not appear to be infected (white-ish or raw) but is in the central area of swellin... | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.It is the allergic reaction iccurrd because of the horse fly bite.I advice you should take cetrizine tablet and prednisolone tablet for the allergy. Take the tablet for three days unde... | |
What causes the elevated results of liver enzymes?
I am 50 years old and my AST (SGOT) was 55 high and my ALT (SGPT) was 99 high. I do not drink alcohol nor do I take tylenol. I was wondering if this is because I take 8 vitamins daily. Calcuim 1200 mg, C 1,000 mg, B-12 1,000 mg, D- 1,000, Super B-complex 400 mg, & in ... | Thank you for posting your query.presentation of cute hepatitis.acute liver injury is "reversible".it maybe caused by certain medications.increase in the level of liver enzymes(AST,ALT) reflect an INJURY to the Liver. medically, the condition is know as "Hepatitis". it maybe caused by:1. Virus (A, B, C, D, E) 2. A... | |
Suggest remedy for severe pain due to wisdom tooth eruption
Hi docI was suffering from severe wisdom tooth eruption pain for last 7 days. I took ibuprofen when the pain became unbearable at times. Now since yesterday i did not feel that pain and i can see a new tooth emerging on my left lower jaw. Does that mean every... | Glad to hear your pain is gone! Just because the tooth is in and your pain is gone may not mean all is normal. Since all wisdom teeth tend to erupt around the same time frame, a visit to a dentist to have these teeth evaluated is in order. More often than not, wisdom teeth have decay, are in a poor or crowded position ... | |
I have been experiencing dry tickling throat that leads to a spell of dry cough
dry tickling throat that leads to a spell of dry cough I have been experiencing spells of dry throat that is followed by a spell of dry coughing. My throat starts with a tickly and then gets more intense which makes me have to cough in ord... | Hi Welcome to healthcare magic forum Irritation and dryness in throat can be due to many causes, ex smoking, constantly living with a/c, exposure to dust, and many times due to cold and nasal mucus dropping in the throat. So lets find the cause first and try avoiding it, as much as possible. An ENT doctor can examine a... | |
Radiation given for metastatic renal cell carcinoma. Unable to feel anything below chest, feet, legs swelling. Immediate cure?
HiMy father is undergoing treatment for metastatic renal cell carcinoma. Mets were found in c6-c7. Radiation therapy was given and subsequently mets have not spread elsewhere. However partial ... | Hi and thanks for the query,I am afraid there is actually nothing in immediate terms that you might need to do. Management of these symptoms shall actually depend on the expertise of the internist. It is not unusual however in renal disease to experience oedema. Treatment involves proper evaluation of renal function, s... | |
Is Portal Hepatopathy curable ?
hello sir, my father Dr. PRAVINCHANDRA RAO is suffeing from PORTAL HEPATOPATHY.ON 9 TH FEB HE HAD BLOOD OMITTING 1ST TIME. THEN HE HAD BLOOD OMITTING ON 20TH APRIL AND 6TH JUNE. HE HAVE UNDERGONE 3 ENDOSCOPY S AND DOCTORS HAVE FITTED IN ALL NOW 7 CILESTIC BANDS ON HIS VEINS NEAR LIVER .... | Hi, Welcome to HealthcareMagic Forum. Was he a Alcoholic? Your Dad's History suggests, he has Portal Hypertension which is an increase in the blood pressure within a system of veins called the portal venous system. What other symptoms does he have? The treatment for this focuses on preventing or managing the complicati... | |
Severe stomach pain, sweating, tumors in ovaries, borderline cancer. Had full hysterectomy. Given morphine. Apt medication?
I have been ill for approx 5 years and have been unable to work for the past 3 years. I start with severe tummy pain followed by the worst sweating, I have long hair and it ends up soaked, I need... | Hi, Debbi,thanks for calling Health care magic forum. You are having tummy pain since 5 years, and unable to work since 3 years.Frequent vomiting. Had boarder line malignancy of ovaries and got total hysterectomy. Told every thing is clear. The reasons for ... | |
Hep. c, cerosis of liver ulsers, intestines. Medication tynoleol painful. Alternate medication which is less painful?
i have hep. c and cerosis of the liver ulsers on intistines also, needless to say i hut alot., i am 57 yr. old and have NO control over the pain . is there a med that is processed thru the kidney that ... | if someone can prescribe fentanyl patch, it should help u. tylenol is not a right medicine to take in cirrhosis of liver in large quantities. | |
Suggest remedy for allergic reaction after hair bleech
i had an allergic reaction yesterday while having my hair bleached. i took benadryl, and feel better but my forehead is really swollen almost like a big fat v in the middle.and when i walk my head feels like it is filled with water, its a weird feeling. | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicIt would take a little while for the reaction to resolve. You should continue to take the benadryl throughout the day and may also consider the use of an anti inflammatory pain killer.This would help reduce the inflammation and help cut down the swelling. Examples are ibuprofen/cele... | |
What is the hard lump on my daughter's cheek?
My 9 yr old daughter fell off an inflatable slide and hit her cheek on pavement- it was bruised for a while but about a month after I noticed a dimple in her cheek where it happened and a rock hard lump that doesn't move- another month later it's still there- we go to dr o... | Hello,I have studied your case, Due to blunt injury there can be hematoma collection .The bleeding that occurs result in hematoma collection. Over a period of time, as hematoma resolves it cause local skin symptoms around the hematoma. Continue ice application, and thrombhophobe ointment may help and take rest.If requi... | |
Pain or pressure on chest, wheezing,cough, temperature is low,diagnosed asthma, taken corticosteroid/ bronchodilator (zenhale), antibiotic staken for lymph node on jaw and mouth infection
My chest is very tight. It feels like I can t get a full breath. There is some pain/pressure in my chest. I have a deep wheezing , ... | You seem to be suffering from Asthma. To establish the diagnosis, get a PFT done. A chest Xray and routine blood examination and sputum examination should be done to rule out any other disease. Once diagnosis is confirmed you have to take both salbutamol and long acting corticosteroid+LABA inhaler for long term control... | |
What causes a recurrent abscess in groin area?
About once a year I get a reocurring abscess on the right/lower side of my groin. It always appears on what I think is a stretch mark type scar. Once drained, it disappears in about a week. What is a possible cause? 2006 (I was 23 yrs old) was the first time it appear... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.You have recurrent abscess in groin area.It can be due to acute abscess forming infection or may be due to tuberculosis or some other cause. You have send scrapping material from abscess for histopathological examination well as culture and sensit... | |
Is a dental X-ray during pregnancy dangerous?
I'm 8 weeks and 2 days pregnant and I had a dentist appointment today and at the start they asked how long it had been since I had a pano X-ray done. So they ended up doing one and truthfully I didn't know what she was talking about but afterwards she asked if my medical h... | Hello,Thanks for trusting us with your health concern. According to the American College of Radiology, no single x-ray is harmful to the fetus or developing embryo as it contains low dose of radiation. So, you need not worry about the side effects since it was a dental x-ray and did not involve the abdomen. However, in... | |
Dark circles, allergies. Is the dark circle due to allergy medication?
I have had dark circles for quite a few years now,they look like bruises.They seem to be getting worse.My self confidence level is very low,and it would make me so happy to be free of these dark circles! Can they be treated or do I have to worry ab... | IF YOU ARE NOT CURED BY ANY MESDICINES STOP ALLMILK AND DIARY FOR 3 MONTHS NO USE OF MUSTARD COCONUT WALNUT GROUND NUT NO SYABEAN OR SOYA OIL USE OLIVE FOR COOKING AND APPLICATION KEEP SKIN DRY NO OILY GREESY AND SPICY FOODS USE NON TOXIX SOAPS SHAMPOO AND CREAMS 3 GLASSES OF WARM WATER MORNING TAKE EBAST 10 MG AT NIGH... | |
Chest tightness, pain worse on breathing in. Taking steroids, antibiotics. History of asthma. Cure?
Hi my name is xxxx I ve had asthma for about 14 years now but it s gotten really bad since December 2012. I m experiencing tightness from left to right above my chest and am only getting a peak flow of 150-230. The pain... | Hello Pauline... Asthma is caused due to broncho-constriction (obstruction of smaller airway passages) which is indicative of Hyper-responsiveness of air passages to an allergen. Bronchodilators & steroids will provide symptomatic relief by causing broncho-dilation (dilating the smaller airway passages, relieving the o... | |
Red bumps behind throat, ear pain. History of abnormal papillae. Oral cancer?
I have about 5 red bumps on the back of my mouth ( throat area) they have been there for about 4 months now, it constantly feels like I have a hair stuck in my throat, I also have a small case of abnormal papillae.. could this be related? I ... | hi dear first of all i'd like to tell you that thoat cancer is rare , even so give me more details about your codition,do you have fever? swalling on the neck? nasal problems? smoker or not? oral hygiene? any other diseases? your age? and what type of spry your using? | |
What causes sneezing,stuffy nose with greenish discharge and fever?
I am 25 y.o., 6 feet, about 200 lbs and a smoker with a history of pnuemonia and bronchitis. I have body aches, fells like I have a fever but thermometer says I am just at 99 degrees, weakness, runny/stuffy nose with green/yellow discharge and sneezin... | HiThank you for asking HCM.I have gone through your query. Pneumonia is characterized by high temperature dyspnoea cough and chest pain. Your problem can be most likely due to upper respiratory infection. As it is greenish mucus bacterial infection will be present. So better approach your GP for antibiotic therapy. I u... | |
Suggest remedy for heart palpitations and persistent neck pain
hi, Since a week, I am having fast heart bit, left side pain from neck to let leg as if losing the side. using propalonol 10mg for 4 days but still the same in the morning when wake up. have been using B12 1000 mcg before and now continuing again since a w... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of stress and anxiety related symptoms is more. But better to first rule out heart diseases for your palpitations and left sided discomfort. So get done ecg and 2d echo. If both these are normal the... | |
Hit lower stomach. Was bruised. What is the knot there?
Hello. Last Monday my son, which is 6yrs old, fell on scooter and hit is left lower stomach on the round end of the bar. It almost instintly bruised. It is a round bruise, which was real dark. He said it does not hurt now only if you push on it. It looks lighter ... | Hi Wendy, Please take him to a General surgeon and get him examined. Any trauma to the abdomen can cause a blunt injury to the internal abdominal organs specially the spleen. An ultrasound scan of the abdomen will rule out any possibilities like this and can be managed accordingly. Hope this helps. Regards, | |
Suggest treatment for constipation and stomach pain
My 3 year old son suffers on and off with constipation and stomach pains but today he passed wind and followed through but it was all green mucus this happend twice but more the second time then when he went to the toilet for a poo it was like little rabit droppings ... | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic.It seems your kid is having viral diarrhoea. Once it starts it will take 5-7 days to completely get better. Unless the kid's having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry.Regards - Dr. Suman... | |
Q. What does abutment of the nerve root mean?
Hi doctor,I am just wondering what is abutting and abutment of the nerve root means in a back issue. Please explain. What treatment is required for annular bulging and tear? | Hi. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. For further information consult a neurologist online --> | |
Disabled, tubes tied. What kind of pills can help to conceive or tubal reversal required ?
yes im loking for a ob/gyn and infertility doctor why we want to conscive to have a babyand my tubes supose to be tied i dont no for sure....im on disability and want to find out if we can and what kind of pills can i take ... | Hello,I have gone through your query and understood your concern. You need to get examined first exactly by infertility doctor as we must know the exact disability and the chance of being pregnant normally. If the chances are high to conceive naturally then there are a lot of ways but if chances are less then you need ... | |
Q. Is it normal to have strange dreams during sleep paralysis?
Hello doctor,I have started having sleep paralysis four years back. Back then, I was able to open my eyes and was not able to move my body and speak. Whenever I used to have sleep paralysis, I used to see people torturing me. As if they are trying to harm ... | Hello. It can be frightening to experience sleep paralysis but generally it is not harmful and can occur in otherwise healthy people. It is common to have hallucinatory experiences like seeing people who wish to harm you when you have sleep paralysis. Do you have any other symptoms? Is there a family history of sleep p... | |
What causes tingling feeling around the mouth?
Hello, I had Bells Palsy 22 years ago, and experienced full recovery except a droopy eye when I get tired. A month or so ago, I noticed a weird feeling on the same side of the face with slight tingling around my mouth. It comes and goes, but I go for days and don t notice... | hithis is due to neurololgical weakness post bells palsy.although steroids can resolve the problem for some duration,you can start on multivitamin therapy, especially methylcobalamine to improve the longevity of the nerves.calcium supplements after checking out the calcium levels can help to some extent.good physiot... | |
How can severe pain caused due to hernia be relieved?
I have an abdominal hurnia that has become extremely painful when I walk, reach up, bend down, or lift something. I was diagnosed with it 3 months ago. At that time the Dr said to just push it back in which did work until today, it will not pop back it. No fever. | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.sif you cant push it back or there is redness of the skin overlying hernia or there is pain and fever in progressive trend, then you need to see doctor urgently since it may indicate incarcerated hernia which require surgical operation as soon as possibl... | |
Taking Siphene for PCOS. Done follicular study. Is the report normal?
We have been trying to conceive our first child. i have PCOS problem. my gynec prescribed Siphene 100 mg, and Evalone . i did my first follicular study today(30-07-2012) which is the 10th day of my periods and the scan result is as follows DATE- 30-... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. You have multiple developing follicles in both the ovaries. Out of these many follicles, one will mature and after it ruptures, the ovulation takes place when you need to have intercourse. Your chances of conception are there in this cycle. I hope this information has been both informat... | |
Suggest medication for a swelling on the face
I was outside yesterday playing when my friend swatted my face. She said that a large bug was on it. When she slapped it away, it s blood got all over my face. I m worried it could of been somthing toxic, and I don t know what to do about it. The intire left side of my fac... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicYou may also want to use an oral antihistamine to reduce any inflammatory response to the insect sting.In addition, using an anti inflammatory pain killer such as ibuprofen, cataflam or naproxen would reduce any discomfort that you are experiencing.The most common effects of insect ... | |
What causes small growth near gums after tooth extraction?
I had three teeth in a row extracted about three weeks ago. About three days ago I noticed a small growth where the most forward tooth once was. It seemed like it had been healing fine but then by last night it had gotten already to the size of about a pea. It... | Hi,Thanks for posting the query, This could be a healing extraction socket.As you have mentioned that there is bleeding and pain in the region that could be presence of infection.I would suggest you to consult the concerned Dentist and get the extraction socket irrigated with normal saline and betadine.Take a cours... | |
What causes vomiting and diarrhea in a child?
my 2 yr old daughter was vomiting and had diarrhea a wwek ago and it went ok for 4 days and just recently she was vomiting and we took her to the doctor and the doctor said that they think she has stomach flu. she doesn t like to eat and has a very few liquid intake. she o... | Hi, It seems your kid is having viral diarrhea. Once it starts it will take 5-7 days to completely get better. Unless the kid's having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry. There is no need to use antibiotics unless there is blood in the m... | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? T... | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just coc... | |
Can zinconia be substituted for nutrolin-b for loose motion?
Hi, I am staying in mumbai for summer vacation I come to Odisha . My son is six years old.He is suffering from loose motion from two days.I am giving him Zinconia with Nutrolin-b,but Nutrolin-b is not available in Berhampur. My question is instead of Nutroli... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Please give him Oflox OZ 10g/kg divided into two dosages for 3 days, Vizylac 1 capsule daily for 1 month. Keep your child hydrated with plenty of water and ORS.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you fu... | |
What causes swelling in the testicles?
Hi I m 12 almost 13 and today my right testical started to hurt nothing really bad but hurt when I woke up it s not swollen or enlarged or a different color it hurts when I walk. Or move and it like touches something elts and it s hurts when I touch it. I told my mom and she said... | Hi.I understand your concern.Swollen and enlarge testis require evaluation.It can be made either by physical examination or by investigations.Investigations like color Doppler of scrotum will give confirmatory idea about underlying pathology.It can be due to trauma or infection.It can be varicocele or hydrocele.consult... | |
What causes constant tenderness in abdomen, slight hardness above and below navel with back ache?
hi i have constant tenderness in my abdomen and when i lay down its more tender. If pressed i feel a slight hardness above and below my navel. I have had this for a few months now and have continuous back ache also. I kno... | Hi and Welcome to HCM, Do you have any previous h/o jaundice. Abdomen tenderness seen in conditions like appendicitis, pelvic inflammatory diseases, diverticulitis. My recommendation is to do ultrasound to rule out masses in abdomen (stomach and pancreas). Are you obese? Did you rule out kidney stones. Wish you ... | |
Suggest remedy for mild pain in chest
when I breathe in I have a dull ache that feels like it is located in the lower right of my left lung.The more air I take in the more intense the ache is. I first noticed it 3 weeks ago and thought I had just pulled a muscle, but it is still there, and was wondering whether it mig... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more. But since it is from long duration (3weeks), better to get done chest x ray to rule out lung pathology. If chest x ray is normal then no need to worry for major lung diseases. Musculo... | |
Suggest remedy for loose, golden stools in a newborn with blisters in anus
Hi, recently my wife undergone a ceasserian baby delivery.She is under control of all spicy and oily foods and feeds breakmilk to the baby but baby is having loose motion and gold colour water like stool. I took the baby to doctor twice she sai... | Hi.... Mother's food is not at all related to the babies problem. Do not restrict mother's dirt regarding is.What your kid is having is not a diarrhea and is only a gastro-colic reflux. It is quite common for babies of this age group t pass small amount of diarrhea or loose stools soon after feeds. This need not be tre... | |
Suggest treatment for labial adhesions in an infant
My 9 month old daughter has had labial adhesions for a few months. We have used Vaseline, and now Premarin cream. The hole is now the size of a pinhead. She has only wet 3 diapers today and is very fussy and crying a lot, which is out of character for her. Do I need ... | Hi...using premarin cream is good, but it involves the correct technique too. You need to rub it twice a day form top to bottom applying some amount of pressure. Then only the result will be effective. usually it may take 1-2 months to get the desired effect. After opening too you need to wash it is the same as describ... | |
What causes black color tongue in a child?
My 8 month old baby over the last two days has had her tonguMy 8 month old baby over the last two days has had her tongue turn black, starting in the back and moving forward. She does not breast feed, has recently taken medications. She seems to be in no pain and the tongue f... | Hi, Some medications like iron supplements and Linezolid can cause this. Please check with your pediatrician regarding this. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sumanth Amperayani, Pediatrician, Pulmonology | |
Q. Why am I having continuous twitching in biceps for a long period of time?
Hi doctor, I have been having continuous twitching in my right bicep where the tendon meets the elbow. This has been happening for last seven weeks and the vibration of the twitching when I am resting my elbow (say on a table while using a mo... | Hi. If the nerve conductions and EMG (electromyography) have come clean then there is nothing to worry about. Fasiculations are generally considered significant only if they are associated with weakness or wasting. Do these occur only in a particular position? For more information consult a neurologist online --> | |
What causes tooth grinding and nervousness despite taking Celexa for bipolar disorder?
I am bipolar, age 84,, having recurrent symptoms of teeth grinding, edginess, jittery feeling. My MD at diagnosis prescribed Celexa 40 mg AMand zolpidem 10 mg, nortriptylene 100 mg PM. I also take thyroid AM. I saw MD and he is not ... | Hello thanks for asking from HCM I can understand your concern. If you have bipolar disorder then a mood stabiliser drug should be added to your prescription. Mood stabiliser drug will help to boost the action of Celexa and will make you relaxed. You are on Celexa 40 mg, Zolpidem 10 mg, Nortriptyline 100 mg and these a... | |
Q. Am I at risk of having a baby with trisomy?
Hi doctor, I am 28 years old. I am 23 weeks and three days pregnant now. My first-trimester scan was normal. My anomaly scan was done at 20 weeks six days was fine. My quad test alone is abnormal with raised beta hCG value of 6.54 mIU/mL. Am I at risk of having a baby w... | Hi. It would be better if you send me your detailed history regarding previous menstrual, obstetrics, gynecology, medical and drug history. Your age is less risky to have genital anomalies as you are too young. Trisomies are more likely to occur in advanced maternal age. Family history is also a factor if you have a fa... | |
Suggest remedy to reduce swelling in feet due to bite
Got my foot bit by something last night and it's swollen the whole foot and almost going to my toes, ect....it looks like blast trades n it's very swollen, don't know what to do, please help....went to ER and the waiting was 4 hrs so I've left but it's getting more... | Hello,My advise to you is consult your doctor as early as possible.You will need medications and detailed examination of bite site to see extent and type of inflammation.It would be useful, if you can remember bite is from which insect or animal. It will help your doctor to plan your treatment.You will be required to t... | |
Rash on right wrist, slightly scaly in appearance. History of eczema. Treatment?
hi, ive had a rash on my right wrist for about 6 months, and it has not gone away ive tried everything, its never really itchy, its just red and its slowly travelled across my wrist over about the last two months, i used to suffer with ec... | Hello.It should be examined to tell what it is-Psoriasis and fungal infection are 2 probabilities.Consult your local dermatologist.He/she will definitely help you-Psoriasis though relapses sooner or later. | |
How to treat a sore bruise and lump on buttocks?
My daughter has a very sore bruise on her butt crack. She's had it for about a week. It seems to be red, purple, and swollen and feels as if there is a lump there. She doesn't know what she could have done to get this, and it doesn't seem to be getting better. Any i... | Hi,Dear,Thanks for the query to HCM. I studied your problem in depth and I understood your concerns. Cause and plan of Treatment-In my opinion on the given data,you seem to have bruise with cellulitis around it due to infection of the bruise.Its not getting better due to the friction at the butt crack between 2 butt ch... | |
What is the cure for cough and loss of appetite?
My daughter is having congestion n severe cough. I m giving relent, advent forte and vizylac n also guving levolin repules nebulization... but the cough is still there. It is over 48 hrs.. but she isnt earing anything for 3 days.. wht can i do to make her cough be cured... | HiWelcome to HCMIn my opinion your child has respiratory tract infection. You have not mentioned about the age and pulmonary wheeze whether present or not. It would be of value.Syrup Adventure forte and relentless seems to be fine for upper respiratory tract infection. In case she has wheeze, continue levolin nebulsati... | |
Suggest treatment for constipation and anal soreness in a child
1 year old was just switched from formula to cows milk and had very bad constiPATION AND LARGE STOOL THAT NEEDED ASSISTANCE ON GETTING OUT. SHE HAS STOOL AND SOME IS MAROONE COLOR AND THE NORMAL COLOR BUT LOOKS LIKE BABY FOOD OR THICKER TEXTURE. SHE CRIES... | Hi dear,I had gone through your question and understand your concern.You should be worried,but not too much.I suggest:- Dufalac 5 ml daily;-Darolac 1capsule daily for 1 month;-Bepanten or pilex cream for anus.-diet enriched beet roots, gourds,carrot,Apple pure,Daniel,yogurt.Hope it helps.Wishing your baby good health | |
Suggest treatment for wheezing
i have seven years old daughter.last one week she is suffering cough and take vomeit at night time only.morning she is normal.day before yesterday i went to peadiatrician.he said she is normal only but she have wheez.so u give salbutamol syrup only.i am giving still she is suffering this... | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic. Greetings from Chennai.By what you quote I feel what your kid could be having viral associated wheeze or multi triggered wheeze. I have a few questions for you -Questions:1. How many days per month does she cough or feel breathless?2. How many nights per month does he... | |
Safe and effective fever medicine for infants
Hello Dr! My baby is 2 yrs old she have continue fever we showed her to a general practitioner he advised us to give her to give Meftal P 4ml, Zifi CV syrup 4 ml but she is not improving. moreover she have coughing & she is not eating anything whenever I have given medicat... | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic.Fever of few days without any localizing signs could as well a viral illness. Usually rather than fever, what is more important is the activity of the child, in between 2 fever episodes on the same day. If the kid is active and playing around when there is no fever, it... | |
Q. I had unprotected sex. What are my chances of getting pregnant?
Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex with my boy friend two days before my actual period, at around 5pm. I took an i-pill within one hour after sex i.e, before 6 pm. It is three days more than my actual period date and I still have not got my periods. W... | Hi. Please do not be worried. You have done a right thing by taking i-pill within 72 hours of last sexual intercourse. You were not likely to menstruate on your actual due date simply because it takes about 5-7 days for bleeding to occur after taking i-pill. It is also a known side effect of i-pill that the following m... | |
Suggest remedy to control serum creatinine level
my age is 38yrs, my serum creatinine is 1.28, how to control, i ih BP, currently i m taking Telmisartan+HCTZ and it controlled 120/80.Last April 2014 it was 0.866. What is the reason for increase in creatinin. Is there any medicine in Homeopathy to control cure this, | Hello,Thank you for your contact to healthcare magic.I understand your health concern, if I am your doctor I suggest you that raising creatinine level is always suggestive of kidney affection. Since you are hypertensive it has most probably affected your kidney, also there is chances of diuretic induced rise in crearin... | |
Child suffering from enlargement of adenoid, cough, cold. What is the treatment?
Dear Sir, My son is 9 years old . He is suffering from enlargement of adenoid . Doctor has advised for surgery. Frequently he has cold and cough and throat infection. After that problem increased and he will have severe chest infection( s... | Hello,welcome, Adenoid problems are very very common in children. Homoeopathy has the best treatment for it, it cures as well as breaks the tendency for its recurrence. If your child has very acute attack of the problem, you can go for antibiotics for emergencies only . Otherwise you consult to a nearby homoeopath, who... | |
Suggest treatment for acute bronchitis
I have been diagnosed with acute bronchitis, I was prescribed methylprednisolone 4mg dose pack for 6 days, I was also prescribed azithromyicin, it does not really seem to be helping me, actually my lungs are tighter and I am not expelling much phlegm, this is day 3 since I seem m... | Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. Acute bronchitis is mostly due to viral infection. And treatment is basically symptomatic only.So inhaled bronchodilators and antihistamine drug are cornerstone in the treatment of acute bronchitis. Azithromycin , being antibiotic... | |
What causes recurring lump on neck?
Hi, im a 17 year old male and maybe 6 months ago i found a lump on my neck and i went to the doctor. he game me a medication called Cephalexin and a few days later the lump decreased in size so the doctor said not to worry about it and it should go away. Today i noticed that the lum... | Hi,Dear,Good Morning from India.Thanks for your query to HCM Virtual Clinic.-I studied your query in depth.I understood your concerns.-In my opinion-you are suffering from -lympadenitis or boil-hairfollicle.-Cause of Recurring neck- lump-It recurred may be due to incomplete antibiotic treatment ? or due to the primary ... | |
What causes chest discomfort?
For about two weeks now I have been experiencing chest discomfort. It started after I ate a meal and the middle of my chest was squeezing.Now when I'm still, there is no pain...it just feels like the left breast/heart area is very heavy,However, when I bend down to touch my toes and inhal... | Hi,Thanks for writing in to HCM.i would like to suggest that kindly immediately consult a physician and get an ECG done to rule out any cardiac causes.If the ECG turns out to be abnormal you may be advised other non invasive cardiac tests like Echocardiography and cardiac enzymes.If the ECG is normal then the pain coul... | |
How to treat arm injury?
My husband fell last week hitiing his arm very hard, it immediatly swelled up just aabove his elbow, turning red, pruple and blue within a few mintues also with a huge knot. now is whole arm is swollen and blue, i feel sure he has a blood clot, what should we do? | Hi, There seems to be a big collection of blood under the skin caused by this injury. It may cause pressure symptoms on the nerves/vessels. Take him to the ER or hospital for proper treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nirmal Chander Gupta, Orthopaedic Surgeo... | |
How to deal with tingling sensation in arm after electric shock?
About an hour ago I had an incredibly small shock from the mains. There was no burn of any sort and I withdrew my hand quickly. It didn't feel like much more than a small static shock, but since then my arm has tingled a lot. I'm worried about my heart ... | Welcome to HCM,Hello,as you have sustained minor shock there is nothing to worry about ,the tingling sensation will disappear in a few days ,you can spot arrhythmia if you are felling your heart beat aloud ,sudden skip of beat,to rule out any other problem visit a physician who may advice you an ECG if required For now... | |
What causes rosy red cheeks and pimples and suggest treatment?
Since my 5-year-old daughter was an infant she gets rosey red cheeks and has started to develop small pimples in those areas. Is there anything that can be done? Could it be diet related. Is it eczema? Are there any over the counter medications that are sa... | Hi...by what you quote I feel it could bean eczema itself. I understand your concern. 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.Eczema is a sort of allergy...allergies can only be controlled and can never be cured. But ... | |
Suggest treatment to increase the weight of a child
My daughter is very active but under weight and making her take her daily meals is a real struggle for us. Tii recently she used to be fed by her mother. To improve her body weight one of our relative advised us to give her one tsp of Sorbiline syrup. Will that be d... | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.You have not mentioned age, weight , height of your daughter , You mentioned that she is active that is assuring.Sorbiline Syrup contains Tricholine Citrate and Sorbitol Solution . It is unlikely to be detrimental to her health in prescribed doses , but... |
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