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Q. I have tightness and pain in both calves. How to get rid of this pain?
Hi doctor, For the past two weeks, I have been having calf tightness in both legs. I am 22 years old and I weigh around 230 pounds. Nothing I do seems to make it go away. Three weeks ago, I went to the hospital for chest pain and they did a D-dimer and it came back negative. I feel the tightness in my lower calf and upper back of the thigh. It is in both legs but I mainly feel it in the left. It is not unbearable more of an annoyance. I have tried Epsom salt baths, Ibuprofen, etc. | Hi. I see you are suffering from calf tightness and pain for the past two weeks. One reason could be due to your overweight. Other, could be blood clot formation in the veins as you are at high risk for it. Or, it could be because of salt imbalance in your body if you are not taking adequate nutrition and water. I would like to know, do you exercise regularly or go to the gym for weight reduction? Do you take any medicines as a part of weight-reduction plan? Are you in any regular medicines for any issues like high cholesterol, diabetes, or thyroid problems? What is your job? Do you stand for long hours in a day? CBC (complete blood count). Free T4, TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone). RBS (random blood sugar). Serum lipid profile. Serum potassium. Both lower limb venous Doppler. Tablet Aceclofenac and Tizanidine 1 tablet twice daily after food for five days. Electral powder one sachet mixed with 1 liter of water to be taken frequently. Adequately hydrate yourself. Avoid long time standing. | |
Is home pregnancy test always accurate?
okay i took a home pregnancy test 5 days before i am supposed to get my period and it came out positive so my fiancée told his parents and i told mine. My mother made me a dr s appointment but its a month away, and she keeps saying that its probably a false positive. what do you think? positive or false? | Hello, and I hope I can help you today.Many of the new, over-the-counter pregnancy tests are so sensitive that they can detect pregnancy hormone even before a missed menstrual cycle.So if you perform the test correctly, and interpret the results correctly, it is unlikely to be a false positive. However, the reason OB/GYN's do not usually recommend testing before you have actually missed a menstrual cycle is that sometimes a fertilized egg can temporarily make pregnancy hormone and then not implant which can result in a positive pregnancy test and a and then a normal or slightly late period This is called a chemical pregnancy and can get you excited about being pregnant and then disappointed.So, I would just stop drinking alcohol, take prenatal vitamins, and possibly repeat the test after you miss your menstrual cycle.I hope that I was able to adequately answer your question today, and that this advice was helpful.Best wishes, and good luck with the pregnancy,Dr. Brown | |
What causes chest pain while on Azithromycin for tonsillitis?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query her Hi, I'm 24 year old male, and I have tonsillitis. I have been prescribed Azithromycin 250mg with 3 refills. I have one more refill left. I think my tonsills got smaller by a few millimiters, but not much. And I seem to have chest pain once in a while where my heart is. Any idea if I'll be allright or should I consider getting my tonsills removed? | Hi...Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns...As per your complain chest pain seems to be a side effect of taking Azithromycin as it might cause stomach upset as well as hyperacidity and acid reflux which are common side effects of antibiotics..It does not seems to be due to tonsillitis and as your tonsils are responding to medication you need not to get them removed and once you stop the medication the chest pain will also subside..You can take antacids before meals and a capsule of Pantoprazole or Omeprazole empty stomach in the morning till the antibiotics are being taken..Drink plenty of water and take more of probiotics like Yoghurt in your diet..Hopefully the symptoms will resolve soon..Hope this information helps..Thanks and regards.Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora. | |
How to overcome the depression and anxiety problem?
Hello, I was prescribed zoloft in march of this year for depression, anxiety, due to marraige trouble. I am still in the marraige and was having anxiety attacks high blood pressure and depression last month, so i startes taking 50 mg as ininstructed, now i am having issues with excessive gas, nausea, crazy dreams/ nightmares, paranoia of my husband cheating on me again, forgetful, cant concentrate on work, i also have adhd i dont take anything for, i am having serious sexual issues , dont want to do it , and takes a long time to cum when i do, my skin feels different has bumps and itches and dry around my mouth with small bumps | Hi dear,having depression and anxiety and not better with sertraline so first of all change molecule and if possible consult your treating doctor and ask for SNRI (serotonin and nor epinephrine re uptake inhibitor) and also start in combination with benzodiazepins for immediate result.Not to worry you will be alright.start exercise and take good food.also do yoga meditation if possible.Thank you | |
What causes tingling sensation in the legs?
Hello, I have visited my local doctor, and just looking for some other information. I had an onset of pain that feels to be in the muscles of my legs, arms. Kind of a tingling sensation. Sometimes I am light headed, but over all just tired but I do not feel sick. I have been tested for auto immune diseases, they came back negative, as well as my white cell count is fine. Is there anything you suggest me looking into and suggesting to my physician? | Hi Went through your post and found your predominant symptom is tingling sensation and body pains, I would suggest 1.Go for a blood sugar as diabetes is most common cause of neuropathy which causes tingling sensation. 2.start vit B12 and Vit D supplements(But not vit. D injections) as there deficiency can cause same symptoms. 3.You can ask your Doctor regarding starting sustained release pregablin 75mg once a day bed time. I hope you will feel good in a few daysRegards | |
Is pinkish bleeding while urinating with cramps signs of implantation ?
My boyfriend and I have been trying to get pregnant. I stoped the pills 2 years ago and been trying since then and nothing happened. We went to the Dr 2 months ago and he did the sperm test and the result said it was really low. My ovulation was last week and we had sex during my ovulation day on the13th. I am expecting my mestruation on the 27th I am very regular. On the 18th and 19th I bled a little but it was not like the mestruation, it was a light red, pinkish color and i didn't need to use any tampon or anything because the bleeding was just when i pee. I feel some crams in my belly just like if it was the mestruation but it's not suposed to come until the 27th. I was wondering if it is the impantation bleeding. I took a pregnancy test but it came out negative. I don't if it's too soon for the pregnancy test. I was thinking about taking a blood test but maybe i should wait for the mestruation. Can you help me to figure this out please? | Hi there, I have understood your concern. I will suggest you the best possible treatment options. You are on right track for getting pregnant. As you might be aware that if you get pregnant on or around the day of ovulation, it takes 7 days for the pregnancy to get implanted in the uterus. Some women can get slight bright red bleeding on that day, which is referred to as implantation bleeding. I will suggest you to wait at least 15 to 20 days after your day of ovulation, or wait till 27th February, which is your expected date of the cycle. If you happen to cross your dates, then please get morning's first sample of urine tested for pregnancy. In case of doubt blood beta HCG test and USG will be of help . Doing it earlier can not be conclusive.Also, I will suggest you to start with Folic acid, Vitamin B 12 and Omega 3 supplements at least 3 months before you plan to to get pregnant . This helps to prevent many problems during pregnancy and delivery. I hope this answer helps you. Thanks. Dr. Purushottam Neurgaonkar. | |
Diabetic patient with Kidney disease
Dear sir I am M. Riazul Islam from Bangladesh. My father-in law (Age 58 years) is a Diabetic patient since 1992. Recently, he is suffering with Kidney disease. I am mentioning here the different test results during admission in BIRDEM Hopital, Dhaka, Bangladesh- 1. S. Creatinine: 7.6 (at 16.01.2010) : 7.5 (at 18.01.2010) : 7.6 ( at 20 21. 01 2010) : 7.9 (at 23.01.2010) 2. S. Urea: 123 mg/dl (Ref. Range: 10-50 mg/dl) 3. S. sodium: 139 mmol/L (Ref. Range: 136-139 mmol/L) 4. S. pottasium: 4.2 mmol/L (Ref. Range: 3.5-5.2 mmol/L) 5. S. chloride: 105 mmol/L (Ref. Range: 98-108 mmol/L) 6. STCO2: 23 mmol/L (Ref. Range: Male 25-29 mmol/L) 7. S. Calcium: 8.2 mg/dl (Ref. Range 9-11 mg/dl) 8. SALT (SGPT): 20 U/L (Ref. Range: upto 40 Ul/L) 9. STP: 48.9 10. SAlb: 20.6 11. Uric acid: 6.2 12. S.PO4: 6.4 13. 24 Hrs. UTV: 3.0 14. 24 Hrs. UTP: 10.2 15. 24 Hrs. CCR: 10 16. FT4: 12.62 pmol/L (Ref. Range: 9.14-2 | diabetics for long time will have some amount of irreversible kidney, eye and blood vessel damage. so it is the kidney damage causing increase in the creatinine levels and reduction in the calcvium levels in the blood. | |
Q. I have depression, suicidal thoughts and low self-esteem. Please help.
Hello doctor, I am suffering from depression. I am having feelings of mild depression, but I do not know if I am actually depressed, but here is a bit of my life since I was a boy. I lost my mother when I was very young and did not have any memories of her. I grew up with my dad and my siblings, but I have always felt different, alone, cursed, and forgotten as nothing seems to work for me. Never felt loved, my dad was addicted to alcohol and, and most of my family members abandoned me till date. I struggled with the feelings of worthlessness daily as I grew up. I have little or no friends as I grew up, I had a lot of suicidal thoughts. My self-esteem was too low, had a dislike for myself, not able to express myself. I am short-tempered and a little caring same time. When I was 20, my feelings got worst, and I cried every day at night. I have extreme mood swings because when I am around people, it seems I am happy, but when I leave, I return to my hole. Kindly help. | Hello. You have described facing several adverse childhood experiences like losing your mother, and indifferent father addicted to alcohol and lack of loving support while growing up. These adverse life events could have potentially affected your feelings like, making you feel low, affect your self-esteem, and cause suicidal thoughts. Anyone in your situation would have probably felt the same. It is good to know that you had some support from a friend before. It is important not to isolate yourself when you are feeling like this. Try to meet supportive people regularly. If you are in education or doing a job, try to speak to a senior person and see whether they can be a mentor to support and guide you. If you are spiritual, try visiting holy places regularly if you find it helpful. You have said that you feel happy when you are around the people and low again when lonely, this is understandable. People feel better in practical social situations. You will also benefit by consulting a doctor who can do a full assessment of the nature and severity of your symptoms, and it will clarify whether you have clinical depression. Try to speak to your friend and family and make sure you get help. You may need some counseling support or therapy to help you move forward in life. Equally important is self-help measures like eating healthily, sleeping well, exercise regularly, keeping yourself gainfully occupied, and having positive social relationships. | |
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 --> | |
Intense pain radiating throughout the pelvic region, no relief with pain killers. What can be done?
Hi , i have excruciating pain that radiates throughout my pelvic/ hip bone region.. i have been taking pain relievers all day....help..the reason i can t get any help is i have no money so i feel victimized on top of that.. so here you are charging a fee...believe me if i had something , even a credit card or medicaid i would pay...so where do i go from here? | Hi,you should take luke warm water with pinch of methi seed in early morning.warm the paining part with hot water bag,two times aday.massage that part with rumartho oil.you should do yoga and meditation every day. | |
Are sudden passing out with cramps connected to sore throat and chest pain?
im 14 and two days ago i started to get really bad cramps , they would just get worse and worse. (my period had just finished). after a while i felt like i was going to throw up (still having cramps) and then my vision went crazy and i woke up on the ground. i dont even remember falling. i was fine after that but now i have a sore throat & this weird feeling in my chest. is there any connnection ? | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. At your age of 14 years, stress and anxiety related symptoms are more likely.But better to rule out heart diseases because it can cause chest pain and sudden passing.So get done ecg, 2d echo and stress test. If all these are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases. Consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on its solution. You may need anxiolytic drugs too. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
What causes inability to conceive even after taking clomid and duphaston?
hello doctor i am sonam married for 2 yrs.ttc for past 1 yr.i am 23 yrs old. i have been diagnosed with pcos.my height is 5feet 5inch. and weight id 80 kgs. my thyroida and all other tests are fine.my doc. i have taken 4 cycles of clomid.first was 50mg,i did not ovulate,2-3-4 were 100 mg i ovulated in 2 nd 3 cycle but not in 4.i did not concieve in all these cycles,my, dr. also prescribed me duphadton for 10 day on starting on day 16.i wanted to know what is wrong with the medications? why am i unable to concive.is iui or ivf beneficial.i really want to concieve now.is duphaston for bringing on periods? | Hi,Welcome to HealthcareMagic. Clomid is ovulation inducing drug. But many people with pcos sometimes won't respond to clomid. This is common. So next step would be combining clomid with fsh injection. Duphaston helps endometrium to prepare for pregnancy. If pregnancy doesn't happen then period comes. If pregnancy occur then duphastone prevent early abortion. Though you ovulate if sperm can't meet the egg fertilisation wont occur. I would advice you to get your husband semen analysis. If it is normal along with clomid and fsh go for IUI. Yes IUI increase chances of pregnancy as here sperms are washed and placed in uterus.I suggest you to reduce weight as that help in ovulation a lot .Hope I have been helpful .RegardsDr.Deepika Patil | |
What cause shooting pain in thigh and frequent urination?
Hi I have been suffering form thigh pain (shooting pain and aches ) for over 6 months now I went to the doctors at the time they had started and was given a blood test as I was also bruising easily, nothing was found was just told maybe I'm run down as I have 3 children etc. The pain has not gone and I also get very sharp pains in the right side of my groin and very tender to touch , also no appetite feel nauseas and tired and headaches , also frequent urination . The pain in my legs and stomach is very bad and keeps me awake and causes me to walk slowly and even my feet ache,I also get aches in my back. My lymph nodes on the right side of my groin are also swollen | Lymph glands sollen, thigh pain, easy bruising, u shu d better go for an X ray or scan done of tst particular region torule out amy infection or anything else.pls hav ur blood urea and creatinine also checked, also wid doppler of the affected limb | |
Can quitting of masturbation cause any side effects?
I decided to quit masturbation...is dere any side effect in quiting it too....instantly forever ...n dat can b easily adjustable ?? SO i knw i can ....n i ill ...is dis a right decision wat abt quiting side effects yes or no??just a simple question ... YYYY@YYYY | no there are no any side effects of quitting masturbation its only that u have to control your emotions and divert your mind to other things | |
What are the causes for swelling testicles?
Hi Doc . My left testicle over the past 3-4 yrs has kept swelling ,so that it is now over half the size of a hand exersize ball sometimes sore e.d problems Hepatitus C Total degenerative spinal stenosis {from 1985 lumbar c-d injury] Epileptic--I take 97mg phenobarbital Tegretol200 mg daily taking tamsulosin hcl o.4mg per night Tylenol #3 3 per as needed ,and my and my primary c g says not from injury to back ,or hep, or testerone level,so what do ya thin Doc ? | HelloThanks for your query.Swelling of the testicle could be either tumor of the testicle itself or due to Hydrocele .This can be confirmed only on clinical examination and ultrasound Scanning of scrotum.Please consult qualified Urologist for clinical examination and get following basic tests done to confirm the diagnosis. 1) Ultrasound scanning of Scrotum.Further treatment will depend upon result of these tests and final diagnosis. Dr.Patil. | |
Does hard mass in the sternum and severe abdominal cramps need medical attention?.
My husband has a large, hard mass in the sternum. It has been there for about a year however in the past few months he has developed severe stomach pains, nausea immediately after eating and severe heart burn. His stomach constantly feels full and he spends a lot of time in the restroom. Is should also mention that about 8 years ago he was diagnosed with pre cancer of the stomach. This weekend the stomach pains were so severe that he could not get out of the bed. Could this be something serious? He is 44, 5 10 and weighs 210. | HI.This is definitely a serious matter as he was diagnosed to have a pre-cancerous lesion in the stomach. He needs upper GI Endoscopy. The mass on the sternum is not related.I would advise for this GERD like symptoms the following: Zantac 12 hourly.Pepcid every 3 to 4 hours when on empty stomach. Add Domperidone or such motility regulators.Soft bland diet. No aerated colas / soda/ drinks.Early dinner. No late nights.Treatment for anxiety (as prescribed / needs a prescription by your Doctor)Lying in a reclining positionWalk around after dinner.Think of the factors which increased the present problem, GERD, anxiety and try to avoid. If no relief, get Upper GI endoscopy done and get prescription for added Medicines. EKG for the heart n a safer side to rule out cardiac problems. This helps all my patients and should help you hopefully. | |
What causes abdominal pain and elevated creatinine levels?
My father is suffering from pain in abdomen. He is also a Gr-I prostate patient. After urination of 2-3 times, the pain is reducing. He is feeling relaxed (reduced pain) only during the time of sleeping. The treating physician advised for testing of Urea & Crentenine. Now after test the Urea is 80 and crentenine is 2.3. What's the problem with my father please advise. | Hai,Thanks for consulting HCM.As enlarged prostrate will compress the urinary pathway and lead to incontinence in urination. pain in abdomen should be ruled out by physical examination. because abdomen is vast area. as your father urea and creatinine show high value as compared to normal. it indicates decrease in kidney function.because urea and creatinine is the accurate marker to know about the kidney function.i advise you to do urine routine and glomerular filtration rate to assess the kidney function.kindly consult a nephrologist to rule out the cause behind the increased level of urea and creatinine.thank youhope i answered your query. | |
What causes an elevated ESR?
my daughter is 11 years old.. she is having a lump behind two years.. it's slightly fleshy over the bone. too blood tests.. haemoglobin - 12.4gm/dl; total wbc count is 7090 cells/cmm; diff wbc count neutrophils- 53.10% lymphocyte-38.10%; eosinophils - 3.50%; monocyte-4.50%; basophils-0.70% immature granulocyte 0.10% ESR 1 hr - 67mm ; Smear study is normal; otherwise she is normal; she has mild adenoid englargement and mild tonsilitis.. she is eating normal; normal weight gain; what could be reason for elevated ESR? should I take the test again? | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. There are many causes of high esr. Tuberculosis, infection, anemia, autoimmune disease are the common cause of high esr. She should go for fine needle aspiration cytology of lump. It can be due to tuberculosis. Then she should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
Red bump on feet and hands, itchy after drinking alcohol. Allergic to beer, wine coolers. Normal liver. Allergic symptoms?
After a night of drinking alcohol(beers, rum or vodka); I get this red bumps on my feet and hands. They itch and have clear fluid in them. What can cause this? I dont drink certain beers or winecoolers because they tend to burned my face skin and ears. They get hot and red and the skin feels hot. I wonder if Im allergic to sulfites. I take zocor 20mg po at hs. I do get a liver profile labs done every 3 months with good results. | you have food allergies if you are allergic to beer you must have allergy to yeast like curd preserved items and fast food you can get allergy tests for foods and find out your cause of allergy can go for immunotherapy which will cure off you from all allergiesallergies can only be controlled by drugs but immunotherapy is standard treatment now a daYS | |
How effective is Strattera for depression ?
I was on Strattera 80 mg for 3 weeks and then decided it was quite working right, I thought it was making me feel flat, depress.......I completely went off and now I feel depressed still after being off of it for about 5 days or so......should I start taking it again on 40 mg and see how that goes?? help please | hello,Strattera is atomoxetine, which is given in ADHD and not depression. That is one of the reason you did not feel very different even after taking it. One may have depression along with ADHD but then only strattera alone will not help. You should meet the psychiatrist and discuss these points. if you still need something for depression then an anti depressant should be given - like escitalopram or sertraline..etc.Hope the reply is usefulplease feel free to ask more questionsDr. Manisha GopalMD psychiatry | |
Q. Can I be pregnant after missing one shot of Depo-Provera?
Hello doctor, I am a 27-year-old female. I have been on Depo-Provera for six years. I am not taking any other medications. Lately, I have been experiencing severe mood swings and have not been myself. One minute I am dancing around the room and could not be happier, the next I am either crying or very angry. Normally, I do not cry and I am usually pretty laid back. I have also been getting dizzy mostly when I stand up or walk up the stairs. I have trouble sleeping and or sleeping too much. I am hungry all the time, however, when I do eat I feel nausea. I have done some research and have found that these symptoms are both common with the injection and also with pregnancy. How do I tell, if these are pregnancy symptoms or if it is because of the Depo shot? I did miss my last shot three months ago. Last month I took a home pregnancy test it came back negative. Will a home test be enough to tell if I am pregnant or not? | Hi. The home pregnancy test is fairly sensitive and very unlikely to miss pregnancy (except in very early pregnancy). If you suspect pregnancy strongly, you can repeat a home pregnancy test again after a week if period does not start. Most of your symptoms can be either due to indigestion or hormonal imbalance (hypothyroidism or estrogen deficiency). You can take antacids Pantoprazole for three to four days and see if symptoms resolve. If your symptoms do not resolve and pregnancy test comes negative, you can do TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) test to rule out hypothyroidism. As you have taken depot for a long time, estrogen deficiency is likely, which can cause all of your symptoms. If possible shift to oral pills for contraception for a few months to avoid the same. I hope this helps. | |
Suggest treatment for severe headache,increased heart rate and sweating
hi i'm 20 year old girl.. and i have been suffering from severe headaches, dizziness, increased heart rate and sweating when ever i miss a meal even by just an hour.. i have been going through this since childhood.. it gets better after i eat but the headache still remains for the rest of the day.. and i dislike taking sugar in my food.. i prefer food with less sugar.. is my diet of less sugar causing me these symptoms?? | hello, Mostly it's a gastritis and acidity problem . Do you upper abdominal pain, nausea, bloating, burping, increase in pain on food, sour water feeling in throat or chest burning, if yes it further supports the diagnosis. You should avoid fatty, oily and high calorie diet. Have some walk after having food instead of taking rest. Have multiple small meals instead of heavy meals. Have regular sleep habits and avoid stress. Lots of green leafy vegetables, fruits. Avoid smoking and alcohol if any. You can get prescribed tab Pantoprazole 40 mg beforebreakfast once a day for 2 weeks. | |
Severe cramping in lower abdominal, back and legs during period along with clots. No relief from Midol and motrin
I have severe cramping (lower abdominal, lower back and legs) on a scale1-10, my pain is a 10+. Over the counter medication such as Midol, Motrin doesn't see to help. My period usually last for 3-4 days but I also experience severe clotting during day 2 and 3 to the point I feel the clot passing is this normal | Hi,Thanks for query..You should take antispasmodic like mefenamic acid(brand name meftal spas )..If it persists you can take Pause-MF( trenexamic acid and mefenamic acid) and see your gynecologist.Hope it helps.. | |
What is the treatment for pimples and marks on face ?
I am 28 years old and hight is 5/3 i m suffering from skin problem from 6-7 years , I have pimples on my face which i get in summer days in winter i get clear my skin but due to so many pimples i got marks n pores on my face skin luks v ugly , Now again have pimples as summer started now want to go for surgery or any therapy which can change my skin as same or plain as der is no spots or pores . I am from Ludhiana want to know its cost also. and let be know better treatment | Honestly modern edicine has no permanent cure for your problem. There are so amny causes of your proble. Stress is one of the major factors. You can try our ancient metod of Pranayam with very promising result. Anulom Bilom and Kapal Bhati cn be practiced for 15 -20 mins first thing in the morning. You have to have patience. It may take 2-3 months for the signs of result. You have to reduce oils and fats. Vegitarian diet is better. Your diet and thoughts should be pure. (AHAR aur BICHAR SUDDHA HONA CHAHIYE) | |
Is Celebrex prescribed for lower abdomen pain?
I took 2 tabs of phenazopyridine hydrochloride 24 hours ago. I was vomiting and diarrhea all night with pain in my lower right abdomen and back. I still have pain but no longer vomiting etc. no fever or swelling. I also took 100 mg of Celebrex yesterday. Should I go to doctor | Hello, Usually in GI-associated pain, antispasmodic as dicyclomine or drotaverine are best molecules rather than celecoxib particularly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon | |
What causes excessive urge to masturbate?
Hey this is a little private concern but my name is dexter Jose and recently I began to masterbate allot more since my girlfriend left me but my question is I am getting a neurology test to check if I have ADHD. My question is will there be anyway they could find out why my nervous system releases so much excitement in any size or form to my penis. | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forumIn Short: Masturbating whenever you have urge/excited is normalExplanation: Many people suffer from lack of excitement and urge. Thank god that you have so much of urge even after your break up. It is completely normal to masturbate whenever excited and this should not become a habit thats all. So, enjoy yourself. Good luck for your search for new girl friend. | |
Suggest remedy for skin rashes on the body
I have a rash that started 5 days ago. They are round and raised a little, no discharge. They do not itch, except for new ones that form, as they are forming they itch slightly. They started on my hands and wrists suddenly. After 5 days they are only up to my forearm. They spread very slow. I have looked at many rashes online and I just cannot figure out what they may be. | Hi, It will be better if you attach a picture along with the query. If symptoms are severe better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What does white substance covering the gap of wisdom tooth extraction indicate?
When your wisdom teeth is extracted and 2 weeks later this hard white substance appeared to start covering up the gap? is this the sign of a dry socket? IT's not painful, and its not food, its just appearing to grow over the empty area where the wisdom tooth was pulled | Hello, Welcome Thanks for consulting HCM I have gone through your query, as you have white substance appears on extraction socket dont worry it can be periodontal flap covering socket . It is not dry socket you are worring about dry socket is painful condition with foul smell . If it is painful then consult your dentist and go for oral examination .Do warm saline gargle two -three times a dayHope it will help you. Wishing you good health. | |
Need medication for a sudden painful lump on right back of head
25 yo female with a sudden painful lump to right back of head, down on the bony area near the base of my skull. I just tilted my head back yesterday afternoon and noticed it. Very sore, increasing in pain also. My partner can't see anything (redness or otherwise) when he looks, but it's hard because I have such thick hair. Also had shivering for a while overnight, and am running a low grade temp of 37.5 (celsius). | Hello!Thank you for the query.Your symptoms are very characteristic for an abscess. Due to some inflammatory process pus gets accumulated in the mentioned area what gives hardness, pain, redness and fever. On the head, such abscess usually appears due to sebaceous cyst infection.Enlarged lymph node should be also considered.I suggest you to visit general surgeon as soon as possible. If its an abscess, should be incised and drained. Otherwise your symptoms wont get better.Hope this will help.Regards. | |
What causes increased blood pressure during normal delivery?
Hi, may I answe r dyour health queries right now ? Please type your query here... hello sir, i gave a birth to a baby in normal delivery 3 and half months ago.But at the time of my delivery suddenly my BP is increases to 180 so that my doctor do not put stiches then.after that my health is very good. is it problem to me.If there is a problem can i go for treatment now. | don't worry relax, at the time of pain or anxiety your BP can shoot up ,but keep monitoring what is ur BP general when u r at rest n maintain a chart | |
Q. What might be the reason for feet numbness while playing football?
Hi doctor, My son is now 17 years old. He is a football soccer apprentice in a professional football team. He is generally fit and healthy. He used to train with the team for five days a week and plays a match on Saturday. For a few years, he has been experiencing his feet going numb whilst playing the match. In training, throughout the week he does not feel any numbness in his feet. However, when he increases the intensity in game he experiences a numb feel where he describes his feet as blocks of wood. He seems to have become slower in his game because of this problem. Do you have any idea of what this might be? Thanks. | Hi. 1. Chronic compartment syndrome. 2. Disc compression. 3. Psychological pain. 4. Tarsal tunnel syndrome. 5. Shoe size misfit. Revert back with a detailed history to an orthopaedician and traumatologist online.---> | |
How to deal with high BP?
Hi Doctor, I am a 19 year old female with extremely high blood pressure, my last reading was 192 over 50. I am currently on the birth control pill microgynon. Before going on the pill I had pains in my stomach when I was ovulating, that has now gone. However, last night it came back and today I have been in exruciating pain whenever urinating and constantly feel like I need to go to the toilet but when I go nothing comes out and it hurts like hell! Help me please! | Hello, I suggest you go to the hospital and do some routine and specific blood tests. An angio CT of your body may be needed, to see for causes of your second hypertension. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Anila Skenderi, General & Family Physician | |
Suffer from back pain, chest pain and leg pain. Took menabol and boldino. Have fever. Cure?
hi i am having a back pain ... chest pain ... finger .. leg ... pain frm past 3months ... i took menabol tablet of seroid 2mg for 5months /... thrice a day ...... and boldino 200mg .... 10ml i took ... a week 1nd half ml ... i got a fever ... from that day the pain hasnt gone .. ... i m sufferring severly ... plz help me | hi kunal, looking at your history it seems that you have generalised body pain , though you have not specifically ellabroted your pain i.e. weather it arises from joints or muscles and bone. pain in mulitple joints including the joint of finger and toe with swelling and early morning stiffness is symptom of arthritis, which need to be investigated kindly visit a orthopedic surgeon or rheumatologist for this probably you may require few blood test to rule out arthritis sometimes this vague symptoms which arise from muscle and bone could be due to vit D deficiency also. everything will be clear when you first get yourself clinically examined properly. thanx | |
What causes on and off pain in wrist and hand causing pain while bending the wrist?
For two years now I ve had on and off wrist and hand pain. This month it is mostly in my hand and the metacarpal connected to middle finger rise higher than the others and where that metacarpal and my wrist connect is where the most pain is located. When i try to bend my wrist forward I can t and it ll feel like my wrist will snap. I ve tried to get my mom to take me in to get it checked out every time it hurts but she won t. I have a check up on august 15th but it is 90% likely the pain will be gone by then and I never know when it comes back. Sometimes it hurts worse than others. | Dear Sir/MadamI have gone through your query and read your symptoms.In my opinion, your symptoms demand attention, as they could be from extensor tendon tenosynovitis, of infection of the metacarpal, for which you will need an x ray also. most of all this is curable and you just need to take care of yourself and consult a Hand SurgeonI hope that answers your query. If your want any more clarification, contact me back.Dr Narender Saini | |
Does Bonnisan syrup improve weight?
I am padma ,I gave a birth to a baby boy 2 weeks back and his weight is 2.4kg on birth day and now he is 2 kgs.doctor sugeested me to give BONNISAN syrup 4 drops four times daily to puton his weight and for digestion.Will this help him to gain weight?And how many months it will take to gain weight? | Bonison only helps in digestion it does not help weight gain first few days babby loose weight they start gaini ng st after 10 days .roughly they put on 1kg per month for the first three months latter on the st gain slows down gradually by the completion of one year they will be arround 8.5 kg to9.5kg by Indian std .by the end of two years they will add 1.5kg to2kg maximum | |
Suggest treatment for erection problem
Hi I have problem with regards to not being able to keep erection for more than 2 minutes after foreplay. and i have problem of delayed ejaculation. Me and my wife both are frustated . I had taken semen test came out to be fertile semen . And yes sometime I am not being able to insert my penis in her vagina and after trying for a while i lose erection? please help we are desperately trying for a babay? | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.You don't have any problem with semen.You should search for the the cause of erectile problems. Diabetes or drugs can leads to that. Some psychiatric problem may leads to this. You need examination and counselling. Consult your doctor and take treatment according to cause.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. | |
What could cough, runny nose, tiny brown dots on face near corner of eyes in a child mean?
Yes my 2 year old son has had a cough and runny nose for about 2 was just a common cold but today I noticed tiny brown dots on his face near the outside corner of his eyes and he has not been out in the sun at all and I know they are not freckles they look much different and freckles are not in our family genes. I am very concerned. ..do you know if this could be a sign of something serious? It s never happened to any of my 4 kids who are all under the age of 5. | Hi...it could be a viral cold which is havingssome signs of exanthem which can affect the skin and mucosal surfaces. If its not bothering him or affecting his daily activities, you need not worry. But almost always skin conditions are best diagnosed after directly seeing. I suggest you upload a photograph of the lesions on this website if you are still concerned.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Suggest treatment for painful fluid filled mass in abdomen
should we be worried the er dr said my wife had a small fluid filled mass in her abdomen need to be seen by regular dr for sonogram? 42 yof 225lbs sented itself with pain in lower rt abdomen 3 dayago and got so bad on the 3rd day she could not take the pain? | Certainly yes.This needs to be investigated by blood, urine and stool tests and ultrasonography and CT scan to confirm. This can be due to appendicular abscess, Tubo-ovarian mass, or so. You may need a surgery for such a problem. | |
Is it safe to take Avil 25 during pregnancy?
Hi, my wife is in her 30th weak of pregnancy, and she is suffering from Pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy, n god its terrible, she cant sleep whole night. We had visited a skin doctor and is said that it will cure after the delivery and he prescribed one tablet Avil 25(Pheniramine Maleate) twice a day and a Lotion named Ciala (Calamine and Light Liquid Paraffin), are they safe to take and what else she can do to get relieved from the itching? | Hi,Avil-25 is not known to cause any harmful effects on the baby hence can be taken safely during pregnancy. In addition to the prescribed medications I would suggest her to:* Take an oatmeal bath or use baking soda during her bath* Avoid hot showers and hot baths (at least lower the temperatures)* Avoid wearing tight fitted clothing* Not to scratch her skin as it itches* Take plenty of oral fluids and* Avoid stress and practice relaxation techniquesHope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest treatment for lump in the ear
I have found a hard nonmovable lump in front of ear. Next day a lump in front of other ear was found, it is moveable. Day after that found lump in neck right under ear of nonmovable lump. I've been having headaches and pressure for a lon time but for last wk or so they have been constant and I also have no energy and just don't feel good. My arm on the side with the lump in front of ear and below it also aches sometimes. What's going on with me? | HI,Dear,Welcome to HCM.Based on the facts and data of your query,You seems to be having Bilateral Mumps or Infectious Mono with Neck and armpit lumps,which may cause debility with aches and not feeling good.Mostly seems to be suffering from Viral infections.Remedy-Steroid response would confirm infectious mono/Mumps.IF need be Painkillers.Bplex and Vitc supplements Plenty of fluidsRest would resolve issue in 1 weeks time.Hope this reply would help you to resolve your sever anxiety.Welcome for any further query in this regardWill appreciate writing your feedback review comments,to help the needy patients like you at HCM.Good Day!!Dr.Savaskar,Senior Surgical SpecialistM.S.Genl-CVTS | |
What is the treatment for cat bite?
Hi, I am female, from the Philippines. Today I got bitten around the palm area by our pet cat. We were trying to treat her wounds when she attacked me. The bite punctured like a needle. It s a tiny bite, but it was bleeding. I pressed down firmly on the bitten area using my fingers, and I washed it with soap and water. My plan is to wait and observe the cat for 10-14 days for signs of rabies infection. Is it the right thing to do? Thank You. | No, you will need to get shots to prevent and treat infections. And also local dressings. Rabies prophylaxis will be a must irrespective of bite when bleeding is visible, but may vary as per local country guideline. | |
Suffering with common cold, productive cough, vomiting, pressure build up in head during coughing. Cause?
My sons both have rsv and I have been sick for a couple weeks with a common (although annoying) cold . Yesterday out if no where my cough changed. It is not a productive cough anymore as I am not coughing anything up. I have vomited a few time but I can not tell if it is because I m coughing so hard or if it is from the pain in my head. When I cough I cough so hard it builds up so much pressure in my head it feels like its going to split in two. I think my vomiting might be because of the acute and severe pain after coughing. | allergic sinusitis with coughstart tab singular 10 mg bd tab fexofenadine 120 od syp ventrolin 1 tsf bd syp tossex 1 tsf night syp gelusil 2 tsf tds take for 10 days these are antiallergics if recurence occr many times then should consult allergeologist | |
How to treat bump on forehead of a child?
Sir, my 9 month old child fell off the bed (2 and half feet high) and has got a small bump on the left side of his fore head. he cried when he fell, after that i fed him the regular cerelac, and made him sleep. now he is fine playing normally. still the bump remains. do i have to worry about???? | Hi..you need not worry about the small bump. it is a soft tissue swelling and it will settle down by itself - but may take 1-2 weeks time occasionally based on the pressure of the injury. As he had his food and is playing well, you need not worry about the head injury at all.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
What causes lower back pain and red spots on legs?
Hi, I m 54 and yesterday my lower back began hurting. It bothered me to stand for a period of time. Then last night I couldn t sleep because my legs were hurting. I took some advil during the night and was able to sleep. This morning got up and my lower leg has red spots, just above my ankle on the inside of my leg.( maybe broken cappillaries?) What can cause this? | Dear-thanks for using our service. Your back pain could be secondary to sciatic neuralgia from pinched nerve.However, the red spots in your legs can be vasculitis, or inflammation of the capillaries in the skin. It is important to find out what gave you this, because it could be related to an inflammatory disease of the vessels which can be serious. It is important to check if the red spots are painful or not. If these spots are not painful,most likely are not vasculitis ,just broken cappillaries.I hope that my advise has been helpful.Dr.Sara | |
What causes tendinitis in the arms and inflammation of the chest cavity?
Over the last six weeks I ve had lots of serious but unrelated medical issues including - tendinitis in both arms, inflammation of the chest cavity from chest infection, infected teeth requiring removal, severe menstrual pain (uncommon), and a strained LCL in knee. I m concerned that there s an underlying issue that s connecting all these issues. | Hello,As per your clinical history is concerned, please follow stepwise:1) For tendinitis and strained LCL of knee discuss with your Doctor about:a) Naproxen sodium for painb) Corticosteroids injection inside jointsc) Platelet-rich plasma for chronic cases2) Try to avoid activities that place excessive stress on your tendons, especially for prolonged periods. If you notice pain during a particular exercise, stop and rest. If one exercise or activity causes you a particular, persistent pain, try something else.3) Try to improve your technique. If your technique in an activity or exercise is flawed, you could be setting yourself up for problems with your tendons. Consider getting professional instructions when starting a new sport or using exercise equipment.4) Take time after exercise to stretch in order to maximize the range of motion of your joints. This can help to minimize repetitive trauma on tight tissues. The best time to stretch is after exercise when your muscles are warmed up.5) Use proper workplace ergonomics. If possible, get an ergonomic assessment of your workspace and adjust your chair, keyboard and desktop as recommended for your height, arm length and usual tasks. This will help protect all your joints and tendons from excessive stress.6) Try to strengthen muscles used in your activity or sport can help them better withstand stress and load.Regarding menstrual pain follow like this:1) Do a clinical examination by your Doctor [Gyn] and to confirm it do a [transvaginal ultrasound and TSH].2) Discuss with your Doctor about permanent treatment plan as per pathological findings only.Do follow few preventive steps like this:1) Take warm baths and a heating pad can help relax pelvic muscles, reducing cramping and pain during periods.2) Do take Over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as [ibuprofen] for painful menstrual cramps.3) Do regular exercise.For chest infection do a [culture, a biopsy, and RF test] to know exact cause and take treatment accordingly.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo | |
Brain MRI showed posterior fossa archnoid cyst, had previous sinus issues. What is life expectancy with this problem ?
Sir I am 38 yrs old men father for two kids... I used to get sinus problems..past 3 yrs..in connection I made one MRI scan on march 2011 angle of sinus issue. That time the doctor said no issue to the level of surgery to be taken care dust allergy.Further I have been shifted with family to bangladesh for past two years . Now every 6 months I travel to India . So safer side I consult with family doctor and he guided me for sinus problem and additionally for brain MRI scan...Result was shocking me saying posterior fossa archnoid cyst and mentioned that no other significant of abnormality is seen in brain.Now the size the mentioned as size 3.2 and 2.8 cms in the posterior fossa suggestive of an arachoid cyst.Serial axial sections of brain were made from base of skull to the vertex with out contrastThe cerebellum brains them and basal cisterns appear normalThe basal cisterns show normal CSF density Cerebellum pontine angles are normal Ventricular system and cortical dulcimer are normal to the ageThere is no evidence of abnormal density in the cerebral hemispheres No evidence of infraction hemorrhage mass lesion The gray white differentiation maintainedBones and pericardial soft tissues appear normalThe mastoid s appear normalThe orbit and contents appear normalThe optic nerve sheath complex thickness is normal The region of superior ophthalmic fissure and optic canal appear normal The sella and the para stellar region appear normalCerebellum pontine angles are normal.But now I am in bangladesh not proper medical options available..and further some doctors my family people consult and informed me nothing to worry and just we need to monitor if grow next step we need to think.I am really disturbed...even to the level of my life finished..... If this problem come if grow even treatment do how long maximum life time can be? I need to settle my family ASAP. Then look for living as best possible days with positive thinking but need to know how much serious this problem for me,,,. I can see my health condition to notice level disturbance less than one year...So any one guide me openly I will be thankful from my heart....AAAAA YYYY@YYYY | Hi friend,Welcome to Health Care Magic No need to panicThe prognosis is goodYou just need follow upIf it increases in size causing pressure effects, it should be removedA neurosurgeon is the appropriate consultant...Take care Wishing speedy recoveryGod blessGood luck | |
Suggest treatment for back pain with bruised feeling
I have been having lower back pain that comes and goes. It feels bruised when I touch it, but there isn t anything visibly. I have not had any trauma. 5 feet 6 inches, 160 lbs and moderately active. I work in the dental field and am on my feet slot at work. I gave birth to twins via cesarean 16 months ago and have noticed an increase in intermittent back pain since. | Dear patient Intermittent back pain for last one year and not relieved with drugs may be due to mechanical back ache and may be due to instability. This needs to be investigated with Xray of lumbosacral spine anteroposterior and lateral views to rule out bony abnormalities. MRI of lumbosacral spine anteroposterior and lateral views is also required as it gives detail information about disc and nerves and even bones. Visit radiology center nearby you and get it done. You need to consult expert orthopaedic surgeon with report. Meanwhile start tab diclofenac plus thiocolchicoside combination twice a day for pain relief. All the best. | |
Does gardasil shots cause cancer?
Hello, I was diagnosed with HPV last summer. I had one of the Gardasil shots prior to being with the partner who gave it to me and then the other 2 afterwards. I just found out today that his prior girlfriend got cancer from it. Does this mean I have the exact same strain and will get cancer too?! I haven't had any symptoms besides an abnormal pap smear, and my boyfriend has maybe had just a couple mild warts, we weren't sure if they were or not. Please help! | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Gardasil shots will not cause cancer and it protects from cancer. However if you have been exposed to a HPV before being completely vaccinated then you might develop the infection and that is what has happened to you. It is not mandatory that if your partners earlier partner had cervical cancer then you will also get it.Since you have abnormal pap smear earlier therefore chances of a premalignant condition might persist and you have to get pap smear done every year and if indicated a cervical biopsy also. Please do not worry. | |
What could cause numbness on injured part of face?
i recently slammed face first into a parked truck and had a cut above my eyebrow, a cut below my eye and bled out my nose, i am still numb on that side of my nose, top part of my mouth and teeth and a bit under my eye, should i get the feeling back or have a destroyed a nerve, it was worse and has gotten a bit better its been about 2 and a half weeks ago | Hello, I hope that I can help answer your question. I think you are correct in your assumption that you damaged a nerve. The branches of the fifth and seventh cranial nerves supply the face. These nerves can be damaged either directly (as in you crushed the nerve during the accident), or they can be compressed by swelling of the tissues of the face.Either way, the feeling will probably come back. Any Nerve, outside of brain/spinal cord, can regenerate, but it often does so quite slowly. For example, for nerves above the shoulders, they grow about 1/5-1/2 mm per day.As the sensation returns to your face, you should experience so increased tingling in the areas that may be quite annoying. But don't worry, this is part of the healing process. | |
What causes short of breath, dizziness and fluctuating oxygen level?
Hi. I had pneumonia in both lungs this winter. Severe case. Both types. My oxygen level was 81 when I went to the hospital. 80% of my lungs were filled with fluid. I spent 4 days in the hospital and about two weeks in bed. Took me about a month and a half to recover to about 80% It s been five months now and I feel like I m digressing. I m short of breath, have been getting dizzy, my oxygen level is bouncing between 93 and 95 right now. I feel like I can t get enough oxygen. I m tired all the time and have no energy. I m freaking out that it could be cancer. Is that a valid concern? My wife says all my sympoms match anemia. That seems too simple. I was also coughing a lot yesterday, and today have had a sore throat and headache all day. What could be wrong with me? | thanks for asking your questionfirstly directly thinking about cancer is not a valid thoughtthere are many diseases first which gives these symptomsin my patients of similar history and condition i would rule out causes like- pneumonitis- upper resp tract infection- lower resp tract infection- tuberculosis-post infective obstructive airway diseasecertain investigations which i ll carry out are chest xray , sputum afb smear , sputum for pyogenic culture , spirometrythese ll rule out the causes and help me to get to a diagnosisdont panic , consult a pilmonologistthanksfeel free to ask more questions | |
What causes lump like knots on the neck and the head?
I have a medium to large size bump on the back of my head almost near my neck on both sides. I have not hurt myself in any way and i have had them for almost a month now. I am now also beginning to get knots in my neck and only had one but now another one has shown up. Some days they hurt very bad to like move my neck or lean my head back. Other days i dont notice them at all. Any ideas? | Welcome to healthcare magic for your health concernsI am Dr Fahim and I will be looking into your problem I have gone through your question and understood your problem and concerns. It appears to be lymph node enlargement of the occipital region and now lymph nodes of the neck as well. These group of lymph nodes drain lymphatics of the head, neck and throat. It appears to be some kind of infection is going in this region. Have you taken any empirical medication for it? If does not respond to empirical antibiotics therapy then it might be some other pathology. You need to see a general surgeon, who might carried out excision biopsy of the lymph nodes and send it to histopathology to get a definitive diagnosis.I hope my answer will help you. Do rate it if you like it.Regards | |
Is it safe to smoke after suffering from traumatic subarachnoid haemorrhage?
Hi Doctor. I m a 28 yr old Indian Male. I recently had a small fall while rock-climbing and passed out and do not remember clearly the events of that day (including the ambulance ride, stay in ICU). CT scan showed I suffered a traumatic subarachnoid haemorrhage - tentorial and left cisterna ambiens. I had extreme dizziness for a week which has quickly improved to almost near normal pre-accident state now. I have restarted smoking (2-4 cigs/day while pre-accident it was ~15/day). Is this likely to be dangerous? I experienced mild dizziness when I first restarted smoking, but now that has passed. I also want to know what the potential effects of mild alcohol intake (say 2 pints of beer) or occasional marijuana usage (if smoking is a problem I may have it in some tea) as well as physical activity are likely to be. Thanks in advance for your response. | Hello, Smoking has many adverse effects on the body, not just only the brain. Even though you did not have the subarachnoid hemorrhage, smoking is still bad for your brain. Subarachnoid bleeding, together with smoking, will lead to cognitive effects when you get old. The decline in memory will be fast-paced, and you may experience cognitive loss once you reach the 50's to '60s. Without smoking, you can enjoy a mind with only a minimal decline. The advised regarding beer consumption is one bottle a day and not more than that. Marijuana, if not taken for medical use, is also bad for executive function reasons. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Palisoc, Neurologist, Surgical | |
What are the chances of pregnancy after getting blood while urination?
hi, my name is becky and i had an IUI 14 days ago. 7 days ago, i started feeling some light ppinches/pulling on my lower right abdomen. The past days, my stomach has been rumbling and gassy. This morning/day 14 after IUI (HPT due today) i've just discovered some blood when i wnt to urinate. I'm really sad now and need to know if i can still be pregnant. I;m scarred to do the HPT now. Please, i need advice. | Hi, I think you can still be pregnant. It can be a implantation bleeding also. So, do a urine pregnancy test. It will confirm if you are pregnant or not. If positive consult your doctor. If negative, wait for your periods.. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo | |
Suggest treatment for pulmonary embolism, weight gain , fatigue and shortness of breath
I have pulmonary embolisms, Edima, weight gain, severe fatigue, shortness of breath which leaves me light headed. My cardio function is great, blood panel good, but elevated inflammation markers. Inhalers including albutoral showed no pulmonary change. Oxygen saturation typically at 97%. No one has been able to diagnose root cause of emboli. Any thoughts are appreciated! I am on xeralto and diuretics. I am hoping someone has seen these symptoms present before and knows the cause of them. No dvt | hi,thank you for providing the brief history of you.to come closer look to your symptoms that you have shortness of breath, fatigue, edema and weight gain.Few things to understand here - the symptoms you are facing are all interconnected. As due to the embolism you are not able to have proper utilization of the lung fields, which is needed. Due to which the oxygen is less in the body and you feel fatigue. Also when you feel fatigue later it will restrict your cardiorespiratory endurance and lead to edema. To cut down all the bridges between the whole process, you need to focus on doing regular exercises. As once you will do your most symptoms will come down. As exercise improve the metabolism and also the oxygen in the blood it will help further to recover and provide good functional abilities.I have seen cases with such issues and 99% have recovered well. I wish the same of you. god bless youRegardsJay Indravadan Patel | |
Suggest remedy for sore skin cracks on the buttocks
Butt cracks that spreads like a fungus, skin rot, smells like something died, it looks like you have a blood disease, like it comes from within..cancerous, even..I m in need of answers, sorry for the way I had to describe this ..need to know what to do now, it works on a person mentally...please, in pain. | Sounds like a bed sore, but I need some more description to answer this correctly.- Is the patient bed ridden?-If yes, then for what reason?-Age and approximate weight and size of patient.-Is there Any associated condition like diabetes, psoriasis?Please reply with these details to help me help you better. | |
What is causing sharp pain in the upper left chest?
My husband has a sharp electrical shooting pain in his upper left chest...and also like someone took tape and is ripping of the hair on that side of his chest. Had a weird shock sensation when he put sponge and soap on his chest. Should we be worried? | Hello. Welcome to HCM and thank you for your question. I understand your concern. Pain in the chest always needs further evaluation. The most serious is the pain coming from a blockage in the coronary arteries, but this pain - angina - is described more like a heaviness or tenderness or squeezing pain in the mid chest, triggered by physical activity, and radiating to the left arm, left shoulder and the jaw. A sharp, stabbing pain in the chest is more a feature of other conditions, rather than coronary artery disease. Such pain can be produced from chronic, but rather from an acute, inflammation of the linings situated in the chest, such as pleura (lining of the lungs) and pericardium (lining of the heart). It also can be produced, if severe in intensity, from a suspected or possible ascending aorta aneurysm. Another, less serious cause, is costochondritis of the ribcage joints and bones. Therefore, at this moment, it is recommended that he does an EKG and an echocardiogram, for the evaluation of pericardium inflammation or fluid accumulation, and for the aortic aneurysm. Also, a plain chest X-ray, for pleural inflammation and costochondritis. After the tests are back, hopefully normal, we can discuss further. To alleviate the pain, he can use any drug from the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).I hope I was helpful with my answer. Take care. Best regards, Dr. Meriton | |
Suggest treatment for erectile dysfunction and delayed ejaculation
hi,i am waseem.my age is 32 years and my problem is that my ejaculation time is too long for first time more than 30 minutes.i also have little erectile problem.what shall i do.is it ok for me to take some supplement like ginsing or mecca root extract or no/ | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. Delayed ejaculation — sometimes called impaired ejaculation — is a condition in which it takes an extended period of sexual stimulation for a man to reach sexual climax and release semen from the penis (ejaculate).Possible causes of delayed ejaculation include certain chronic health conditions, surgeries and medications. Treatment for delayed ejaculation depends on the underlying cause. Therefore I suggest you to consult a physician for evaluation and diagnosis.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. | |
What do bumps on taste buds indicate?
Hi Dr. Samuel. My mom is having some bumps on her tongue particularly on taste buds area and feeling burning but no pain. She can swallow food with no problem and she is so concerned about cancer. Since she is in third world country, the dermatologist did not give any comment about her symptoms beside giving her fish oil, vitamin c and antibiotic which is every 5 days! Please let me know what are possibilities. | THANKS FOR YOUR QUERY,I HAVE GONE THROUGH YOUR QUESTION,The bump or swelling over the tongue could be because of the enlarged circumvellate papillae or it can be because of enlarged taste buds(papillitis) or secondary to trauma..the burning could be because of the depapilated tongue or a traumatic ulcer or candidal infection....consult a oral physician for complete examination and proper management...maintain good tongue brushing and maintain hygienei hope my answer will help you.. | |
Suggest treatment for low hemoglobin levels
I have a low hemoglobin count the13.1 - 3 months ago . . 10.8 w weeks ago 10.1 - 1 week ago. I was referred to an specialist by me doctor who ordered full GI and colonoscopy. procedure is not until next week. should I wait or go to the emergency room | Hello,You might have loss of blood from GI tract, so you have been suggested colonoscopy and endoscopy procedure to visualise interior to check any ulcer or tear or inflammatory lesion if present.Stool occult blood test, stool routine micro examination, peripheral smear examination, serum LDH also should be investigated for further work up. Provide reports for giving more comment.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Parth Goswami | |
Q. What are the ways to improve early ejaculation problem with thin semen?
Hi doctor,I am 34 years facing early ejaculation problem as well as thin semen. I want stronger erection with maximum delay time. Please help me. | Hello. It is called premature ejaculation. The 3 to 7 minutes of intercourse with reaching up to climax can be considered normal duration. To increase duration and achieve climax you can practice Master and Johnson start and stop technique. You can take the help of a psychiatrist in learning this technique. Performance anxiety is a common cause of premature ejaculation. If the anxiety problem is present then Fluoxetine like medication can be prescribed. Behavioral counseling and yoga are helpful in such a situation. You can consult a psychiatrist for detailed evaluation. | |
How to increase appetite of a 5 year old?
Hi Doctor, My son is 5 yrs old and his weight is around 15kg. He is very lazy in taking proper meal and do not like to take anything but we try and he take meal after a long activity. Kindly advice me how to treat my son and what should i give him which may increase his weight?? my email address is YYYY@YYYY Regards// Malik Shoaim | Hi...there is no medicine to increase appetite. Your son is slightly underweight I agree but, at the same time rather than weight, what is more important is his activity and development. If these are normal, you need not worry.PLEASE DO NOT GIVE ANY SO CALLED APPETITE STIMULANTS AS THEY ARE NOT VERY SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN AND THEY HAVE THE SIDE EFFECT OF EXCESSIVE DROWSINESS.Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed)., | |
Suggest treatment for mental health problems
doctor my daughter is suffering from sciziphernea and ocd also she is under treatment from past 6 years we see only slight improovement and she is taking fluoxin 100 and sizodine 3 mg also from past 6 years, due to this i am undergoing lots of tension so iam looking out for a place where she can stay and be treated for the same, as i feel once away from home she might follow rules and improove | hi,I am sure if you consult your psychiatrist he would be able to increase the dose of Sizodone which could be taken upto 16 mg if your daughter needs.If Obsessive compulsive symptoms are also persisting then she can be shifted to other medicines like fluoxamine or Clomipramine.I could suggest you the next proper step if you describe me the problems currently your daughter is suffering with.Also I could suggest you for short stay homes and long stay centres if you inform me about your current location of residence.Hoping to help you much more with these informations. I would like to hear back from you. Thank you. | |
Can a lump on the penile tip be treated while suffering from hypospadias?
My son has hypospadias. I am trying to get him an appointment to have it fixed. Last night he told me he had a boo boo on it. After examing him I found what appears to be a white knot or lump under the skin close to the tip. Can you tell me if there is anything I can do until we get in to the doctor? | Hi, It might be molluscum or a genital wart. Nothing to worry as both of them are harmless conditions. You can consult a dermatologist and he will direct you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What are the symptoms of potential pregnancy?
Hi , i had a fever for 3 days last week.it stopped for 2 days.then i had an instant fever all night. i have headaches all the time.almost all day. i have a runny nose. my stomach hurts in different places everyday. my senses are strong im on my period though.could i be pregnant ? | helloyou have not mentioned your pattern of your menstrual cycle.In my opinion chances of you being pregnant is not there.you are likely to have sinusitis ,go for steam inhalation . are you having allergy of dust, perfumes..?take careall the bestDr. Mira Butani | |
What causes abdomen cramps, sides and back pain, weight loss and bleeding?
I am 6wks pregnant. 20 yrs old. I have severe and chronic abdomen cramps and awful shooting pains in both my sides and back. I have NOT experienced any morning sickness, and have not thrown up once. I have my usual appetite and eat on a regular basis without any problems. However I have been losing at least a pound or more a day. My breasts were sore before i found out i was pregnant but are no longer sore. I have only experience bleeding once which was a brownish color about a week ago. Please give me any insight on what may or may not be happening. Or what to possibly expect when i see my doctor for the first time next week. I am very scared and would appreciate any information relating to my question. Thank you very much. | Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion the cause of pain and brown discharge need to be evaluated.The presence of absence of symptoms like nausea,vomiting,changes in appetite might not be definitely as a few people might not experience them.So when you see the doctor the ultrasound might be needed to know the status of pregnancy.Also the brown discharge can be seen in various conditions like hormonal abnormalities, miscarriage etc.So they need to be ruled out.Iam not diagnosing anything but giving you just the information.Avoid stress, physical strain and intercourse.Take good rest.Best regards... | |
Severe pain in area where gall bladder was removed. Prescribed vicoden. Advice?
I am having sever pain around where the site where the gallbladder was. What am to do. I sure could use some percacet right now Can u prescribe me just for a month?. My dr. only gives me vicoden. If u can't I understand. But can anything can happen after awhile after surgery of my gallbladder being out ? What is around the gallbladder? Can u help me? | Hi, you had pain in the right hypchondrium, and you had removal of the gallbladder. The cause of pain could be the adhesions of the surgery, or gastric hyperacidity, or problem with the liver. So i advise you to consult a gastroenterologist for diagnosis and treatment. Thank you. | |
Suggest treatment for severe knee pain
Last December I started with pain in my right knee. A couple of weeks later it came in to my left knee to. Firstly I went to the physio but that did no good. I finally went to the doctor as the pain was unbearable most days. I had xrays and ultrasound as she thought it was arthritis but doesn t appear to be. She gave me medication (Diclofenac twice daily and Cymbalta once a day). I have also seen a doctor in the city who works with sports injuries. Todate he is also baffled. My doctor is sending me to see a Doctor of Internal Medicine on August 17th. Hope he can help as it has been 8 months now. I saw an ad on the TV today for a drug and they mentioned liver and knee pain so I thought I would give you a try. | Hi,Thanks for your query.Your pain is due to Arthritis. When bone is not able to take weight due to arthritis than it has to be shared by muscles. It causes pain in thigh and calf muscles.Also some time it can be due to nerve compression. You can judge your self. If your pain increases on walking and relieved with rest, it is suggestive of nerve related pain.I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.Take care | |
What causes back pain with urinary problem after a fall?
I fell and landed on a rock on my back. Next day beyond severe back pain I started to notice need to urinate frequently with or without ability to pass fluid. This is continuing now over 4 days without change. No blood or pain with urination just annoying frequency. What is possible cause? | HIWell come to HCMHistory of fall and frequency increased urine frequency is not related with each other the reason for this would be urinary tract infection and this need to be investigated and for that urine test is must if this positive then need to be treated accordingly, and this is nothing to worry, hope this helps. | |
Suggest remedy for wet rashes in anal region
Hi, I have a wet rash near my anal area a bit further up and the same just above my pubic area. it is constantly wet and itchy. I am too embaressed to go to the doctor. Is there any kind of cream i can use to try it up and heal.Oh and it has a awful smell. | Thank you for query. With the description given,It may be due to fungal infection.Please take following precautions.Use loose cotton clothes.Keep area dry.Apply antifungals like terbinafine which is fungicidal.Once subsides use regularly antifungal dusting powders like candid or absorb powder to prevent recurrence.consult doctor if does not subside.You can get back to me for any clarifications with the photos.Dr Bharatesh D Basti Dermatologist and Venereologist | |
Had cut radial artery on forearm. Is there chance of living, possible damage?
Hey, my friend cut her radial artery last night. Her dad told me it was on her forearm not her wrist. I have no idea if she's alive or dead I've tried everything to get hold of her, I'm so worried. What are the chances for dying of something like that, how deep would she have to had cut. If not what kind of long term damage could there be? How much blood would she have lost roughly, would that damage her brain? Thank you. :) | Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum. There are so many factors to decide the out come of the cut of any artery. There are arteries of different sizes, radial artery is small at the wrist, and a bit big at the fore arm.Depending on the size and time lapsed decides the loss of blood, and condition of the patient. after a long time means the loss blood will be more, and the patient will be in coma, and may effect any organ . We can have a book of 1000 pages on this issue. The attending doctor only can decide the present condition. Wishing her a quick and complete recovery. Thank you. | |
Suggest treatment for leg and ankle cramps
I suffer from leg and ankle cramps which will wake me up with a distressful twisting feeling relieved only by standing up (although sometimes this still doesn t ease it) so I take an oral dose of magnesium but recently I have heard that it may be Calcium which is my problem but, I have had kidney stones in the past 12 years and know that I have a high incidence of calcium in my urine. So this makes me wonder what to do and would a calcium intake add to my chances of creating kidney stones? I have a family history of kidney stones but am the only female who has had them. Thank you, Shelley | HiWelcome to healthcaremagicI have gone through your query and understand your concern.You may be deficiency of vitamin D . So you can get your vitamin D level. If found low you can take supplements of vitamin D3. You can take vitamin and trace elements supplements. Higher calcium intake doesn't lead to kidney stones as body tend to regulate calcium absorption according to need. Excess calcium will not be absorbed.It will only be absorbed if you are deficiency. You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then don't hesitate to write to us. I will be happy to help you.Wishing you a good health.Take care. | |
How can persistent fever and a high CRP level be treated?
Hi sir/s, My baby child is 3 years old baby boy He is suffering in fever for last 5 days. He has been tested for dengue, which is negative. But his c CRP-C reactive protein level is high I.e 23.3 mg/l. The doctors is given him azithral antibiotic. But the fever is still continuing. What should I do please advise.... | C reactive protein is an acute phase reactant to be correlated with cbp values. If wbc count high with predominant polymorphs need to step up the antibiotics. If wbc counts normal or less to be treated as viral pyrexia with conservative management. Regards | |
Is medical advise required for a locked jaw?
First I must say I am under a lot of stress --- putting my mother in a nursing home and dealing with other family matters today while getting her room set up in the nursing home my jaw moved out of aliment an "locked" it was only for about 1 to 2 minutes. Is this something I should see my primary about | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.You had a jaw joint dislocation that has led to locked jaw or trismus. Many times the ligaments around the jaw joint become weak and make the jaw joint to dislocate easily. The jaw joint is reduced to its appropriate place by some manipulation, but then it becomes prone to frequent dislocations. If you are in severe stress and tend to grind or clench your teeth then you are more prone to jaw joint dislocation. So in case if this problem happens again you should consult an Oral Surgeon and get checked. A panoramic X-ray can be done to rule out the exact cause of the dislocation and treatment can be advised accordingly. You can be advised mouth guards to be worn at night, physiotherapy and stress relieving exercises and meditation for relieving the symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Honey Arora | |
Should blood work showing abnormal SGPT level indicate cirrhosis or leukemia?
I went to the doctor with unexplained bruising all over my body, and unexplained itching all over my body. I had hep C 5 years ago that was treated with interferon and went through 6 months of heavy drinking from January to June of this year before going to rehab. He did blood work and it showed an ALT(SGPT) of 48 u/l with a ref range of <40, Bun/Creat 28 ratio with ref range of 10-24, gulcose of 109mg/dl with ref range of 74-106, rbc of 3.77 10#6/ul with a reference range of 4.2-5.40, a hematocrit of 35.3% with a ref range of 37-47%, and a MCH of 32.2 pg with a ref range of 27.0-32.0. What I want to know is should I be worried about Cirrhosis or Leukemia? If so, which one would be more probable? The doctor is doing more blood work, a liver ultra sound, and depending on the blood work, possibly a bone marrow test, but I am anxious to know something. My doctor is hesitant to give me an opinion without more facts but I just want to have an idea of what I am looking at. Can you please help me? | Hello and welcome to HCM,A history of bruising and itching all over the body and a raised SGPT levels suggests a liver disease.Diseases of liver cause increase in bile salts which are responsible for itching and reduction in clotting factors which cause unexplained bruising.The red blood cell count and hematocrit are slightly low.The fasting glucose levels in also elevated.The investigation given above suggests a liver disease rather than leukemia.A liver biosy may be required.Consult your doctor for further work up.Thanks and take careDr Shailja P Wahal | |
Lower back pain. Taking antiinflammtory medicine. No kidney infection. Muscle pull?
Hi I have had a pain in my lower back spreading to the left side of back for the past 3 weeks and its gradually got worse, I went to my gp she tested my urine for kidney infection but nothing showed up, she is treating the pain with anti inflammatories for one week she Sid it can be common to pull a muscle in this area especially common in women of my age 37.. Is this a correct diagnosis ? | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The pain in the lower back could be due to a muscular sprain, wrong body posture, herniated discs, etc. A direct examination and MRI scan will help in diagnosis.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal ,drtayal72@gmail.com | |
Suggest remedy for OCD
I have OCD of cleanliness.... firstly I usually washed my hands 1 time. In the May this year I washed my hands 4-5 times after having contact with dirt. Then this begun to increase and wherever the dirt touched my body, I washed that place 4-5 times. such as, if hairs - shampooing for 4-5 times, hands or legs - washing with soap for 4-5 times, lips or mouth - toothbrushing for 7 times...!!!!! Most of the times I wished to commit SUICIDE. I want to get rid of this.... I want to become normal as I was earlier... Please HELP me... | Hi.I understand your concern .OCD is obsessive and compulsive diaorder.Excessive cleaning is compulsion in response to obsession of dirt contamination.You have to compulsion to avoid anxiety. It is time consuming and lead to impairment in social/occupational life Secondly it is comorbid with depression.It can be treated with medicine and psychotherapy.In Medicine combination of the SSRI and benzodiazapine will be useful.In SSRI fluoxetine and fluoxamine is anti ocd medicines.Anxiolytic will help to reduce anxiety.Psychotherapy like exposure and response prevention can be useful.Now a days cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT ) become choice in OCD.So consult psychiatrist and get further assistance .I hope I have answered your concern .Feel free to ask.Thank you .Get well soon . | |
What causes depression with cold flashes?
hy, i am 26 years old,y height is 5.3,weight is may be 51kg,and i am a patient of depression from last 8 years...sir from last 3 days i am feeling that my boody suddenly get very cold,i am very sleepy today i went to doctor he checked my fever which is normal and also check my blood pressure which is also normal,if every thing is normal then what is happening with me,sir i am also a patient of depression and using tofranil150mg daily..i am really worried ...can you please guide me properly | hi dear,as you are suffering from depression since last 8 years and also you are on treatment so you are known that in depression there are chances of anxiety features in between you feel like body suddenly get cold and sleepy and anxiety due to that.so not to worry it may be due to any upcoming anxiety or it may be due to some underlying thoughts.consult your treating psychiatrist and ask about such complain.and if needed change medication.not to worry much.Thank you | |
hepatitis/glandular fever, Can you explain this ?
I currently have hepatitis from getting glandular fever. I have recieved my blood tests back and have been told i am close to an emergency level. Can you explain this ? if i was told my blood level reading for the viral particle was reading as just below 1000 ? What level will I have to reach before I go straight to hospital ? | Why do you want to wait for worse things to hapen???go to hospital and get the treatment for glandular fever and hepatitis. The more you delay, the more damage to your liver occurs. So get proper investigations and treatment done ASAP. | |
Suggest remedies for high BP and constant headache
My fatheraged 75+ is daibetic since last 10 + years, although his sugar level is well in control. He takes glynase tablet. Since last few dayz his BP started to climb and reached as high as 180/100. We suggested a doctor, he started Remistar and 2 other medicines whose commercial names are Eslo and GLA. After taking this prescription his BP lowered and reached around 140/80, but he has continuous headache that too very severe. Plz advise me what to do? | Hi,Welcome.This is Dr Sameer, cardiologist.High bp could be a cause of persistent headache. So as the bp is now controlled, the headache should go gradually. Continue taking the bp medication & decrease salt in diet. You can give Tab Paracetamol for headache & if this headache persists despite having controlled bp you should see a neurologist for further evaluation & management.Thanks | |
Feeling depressed, angry, lonely and guilty for no reason. No friends. Have eating disorder and crossed eyes. Advice?
Hello... I have been feeling very depressed for ages, I forgot how long, all I know is that my depression is always somewhere, sometimes, I feel no emotion, empty, hopeless, angry, lonely, depressed, sad, isolated, grief, and very guilty for no reasons. Almost every single symtom for depression and major/severe despression fits me, except maybe one or two. I think this was caused from 8 months or more of loneliness and isolation at school, having no friends. I also have social phobia, an eating disorder, sleeping disorder, crossed-eyes, and more weird and strange diseases. D: | Hi, Thanks for using healthcare magic. I have gone through your available history. It is very common to have depression as a comorbid condition with phobia and eating disorder. You must consult psychiatrist for detailed evaluation and management. There are very good drugs available to come out of your symptoms. Doctor may prescribe antidepressants like peroxetine or fluoxetine. Meanwhile you can also do stress management and relaxation therapy like breathing exercise and yoga. I hope you will be fine soon. Thanks. | |
Suggest treatment for red sore egg on shin
Fell off chair, hit my shin, large egg on shin very red and very sore, tiny blisters appeared, but after week on medication they are gone. Would heat or cold help? Since I just moved staying off my leg has not been easy, I m 80 years old and have seen my Dr. Feel very slow healing. | Hello, As a first line management, you can apply low potency steroid creams like betamethasone for symptomatic relief. If the lesion persists, it is better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Q. I am suffering from hyposmia. Am I losing the sense of smell permanently?
Hello doctor, I am 56 years old and I am suffering from hyposmia since a month, which appeared after a cold with fever and inflammation. I have been prescribed Flixonase nasal 400 microgram/unit dose nasal drops. I used Flixonase twice daily for about 10 days. At this point I am not sick and inflammation has gone. I do not take any medication and I am healthy. The opthalmologist did a visual check and told me that I he could not see any sign of swelling, it was a very superficial check, just look up with the light. I will describe how I feel my hyposmia: I do not have a total loss of smell. I can smell some things slightly, other things very slightly, and other things I cannot smell at all. I have noticed that sometimes, more or less one time at every two days, I can recover a lot of my smell sense for a short time, sometimes 30 minutes to an hour followed with worsening of my smell sense. As for example, yesterday I could smell and taste my lunch and I could smell many others things like the rain outside the house. Sometimes I have worsening of my hyposmia and when it occurs I cannot smell many things. After a while I recover some of my smell sense more or less to the level before (not the normal level). Last night, my smell sense got worse but stabilized overnight. This morning it again got worse. The same is happening with the intensity of odors, it improves and worsens along the day. It just happens. Do you have any idea of what is going on? Are those signs of recovery or indications that I am losing the sense of smell? | Hi Welcome in icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I would like to tell you that for the sense of smell we have got a sensory mucosa at the top of interior of nasal cavity and it is called olfactory area. To sense the smell there should be: Consult an ENT otolaryngologist online for further follow up --> | |
What causes severe pain in the lower back?
I have had sharp pains in my lower back for the past 2 weeks. I went to the ER in extreme pain and was told that that I had muscle spasms and was given pain pills. The pain pills are not relieving the pain. I was given Tramadol and when that didn t help with the pain I was given Tylenol 3 Codiene by another doctor at urgent carewith with no relief either. Aspirin seem to help but the pain is still there and I am feeling no better. I have a history of kidney infections, and I thought that it was my kidneys. Both doctors says I have small amount of blood in my urine but not enough to cause this kind of pain. I don t know what else to do. Should I just wait it out and get a third opinion? | Hi, I understand your question and I will try to help youFor such presentation in my clinic I will prefer to do X-ray for lumbosacral spine to search for any problem in your lumbar spine. Also you Should reasses UTI by doing abdominal ultrasound and urine analysis. | |
Can treated TB cause joint pain allover the body or the medicine for it?
I have small spot near lung and this is because of tb it has been clear. I am taking Liv ofloxacin 500 and akt-2 but now there is no evening fever and other complication has been reduced in last two months. This is my 3rd month of medication. I have joint pain in legs in all joints and even body pain. some time i am taking laproxian 500. i want to know that why this pain in happening . is it side effect of symptom of tuberclossis. | hithanx for using hcmtuberculosis itself is a disease which causes immuno suppression,generalised myalgia, weakness, body pains, easy susceptibility to infections.levofloxacin also is such a drug which can cause,uneasiness,dizziness, myalgia,nausea.the same complications are likely with AKT-2(antitubercular drugs)you can start on good nutritious diet like eggs, fruits,soaked pulses and so on.taking excessive painkillers will have other side effects on long term basis.please avoid as much as possible.take care | |
How to have a permanent cure for morphea sclerderma?
i m surfing from morphea sclerderma last 8 years, i was take a treatment for different doctors, but my patches is stil there and new patches are comes, this problem is only my left leg, it has cover my full legs, plz suggest what should i do for permanent solution... | Hi, Firstly, sorry to hear about your condition. As you know this needs to be examined physically to understand the extent of the condition. Also as you mentioned you been to many doctors so have you ever been offered superpotent topical or intralesional corticosteroids? If this has tried and there are not much changes than I would say, we need to look for other branches of medicines likes homeopathy or ayurvedic medicines to have some additional benefits along with allopathy. Hope you understand that combination of two therapies are always helpful when single part of it is not efficient. Also you should consider yourself for regular exercises as it improves the overall immune system and also improve the metabolism for absorption of the medicine. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist | |
Will wisdom teeth cause any lumps around neck?
i have 2 wisdom teeth that have been trying 2 come througth for years. i have very bad swollen lumps all round my neck jaw and ears that can be painful. i have seen my gp on the matter and been hospital but they do not no what is causing it. these lumps appeared when the teeth started to come througth | hello thanks for consulting at hcm..it could be swollen lymph nodes becz of third molar if infected,,either ways take a course of antibiotics and analgesics, u could take iopar and opg radiographs,,do salt water gargle thrice daily..hope it helps,,t c..plz consult ur oral surgeon specialist, if prblm persists,, take care, | |
What causes sudden loss of strength in hand with vision problem?
hi thanks i am very worried. the other day i woke up and couldnt use my right arm and hand the way i normally do. i found i couldnt grip things with my normal strength and have trouble doing normal things like doing buttons up etc. i did ask my pharmacist what the symptoms might be and he asked about my vision to which i answered it was fine. however when i got home i realised that the past few weeks i have started having episodes where it feels like my eyes are not focusing together and the room is hard to focus properly. i have also had minor bouts of nausea and some quite minor headaches to which i had taken aspirin for and had put it down to a toothache . i am scheduled to work today and am wondering wether i should go to the hospital _ it is sunday here and my doctors is shut, or if i should be okay to wait until tomorrow. thankyou very much am waiting on your answer. Emz. oh, i am a 35 year old woman , i dont smoke but did heavily in the past (2 years off smokes) and i dont drink or do drugs, . i did heavily in the past however. | Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You should definitely go to a hospital and get it checked as what you are experiencing could be symptoms of stroke. History of smoking and drug abuse in the past can be a strong factor. I urge you to seek immediate medical attention and at least get basic labs done. Better safe than sorry.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Samuel Parmar | |
What are the risks of enlarged liver in children?
My 9 month old went to the doctor yesterday for a high fever and as part of the physical exam (no u/s), she felt that her liver was 4cm from my baby s ribs, instead of the 2cm it should be. She asked that I follow-up regarding the size of the liver as it may be small. What would be the implications of this? | Hi...liver can get enlarged due to various reasons in this age group - like minor viral infections or congenital liver storage disorders. As your pediatrician has suggested we need to follow up the kid and then decide on further management.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Suggest remedy for severe pain caused by fractured nasal bone
Sir in 2009 my nose get a big hit with my door in night.I felt as that time that things was going to curculet around me and too much pain was there.I did not take any help of any doctor.BT after time passed I felt the bone of my nose is increasing or u can say as it was a big facture on my nose so the bone is get fructurred.now I feel too much pain in my nose area around my eyes and head and where it get fractured.when I get a cold I am not able to take breath with my nose and now a days I m feeling a bad odur in it and in cold it is increased to much.plz suggest me wht the problem is with my nose | hiprobably the nasal septum bruising has deviated it to oeside from ormal position to cause symptoms.A fresh x ray and ET specialist opinio may be sought for its correction,may be by surgerybest wishes | |
Suggest treatment for low platelet count and high potassium
Recently I had my blood drawn and saw my doctor for the results. There were two of the tests that I am not sure I understood her correctly as to the cause. My platelet count was 186 and she said this was abnormal. The other was my potassium count was 5.9 which she said was high. I was wondering what could cause these two tests to be abnormal and what I can do about them? Thank you. | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. First of all your platelets count is absolutely normal. Its not decreased at all. So don't worry about that. Other is your potassium level which is slightly high. You should take treatment for that because its level is very sensitive and need to be corrected as soon as possible. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then you can ask me. I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
What are the bumps in my vagina?
Hello,A few weeks ago, I was outdoors at a party and I began to get hot, sweat, and noticed a sweaty smell coming from my vaginal area, this has happened before when I have been moving around a lot in the heat, so I wasn't particularly worried about the smell but I didn't want anyone else to begin to notice it. So I sprayed an awful lot of FDS spray, and also some body spray on it. As has happened before about a year ago when I did this and sprayed a lot of the spray in very close proximity to my vagina I experienced the beginning signs of a yeast infection but I could not get to the store right away to buy the yeast infection kit. I did however have some of the anti-itch cream left over that came with a kit I'd bought about 6 months prior. So I began to use it, and I will admit to using it a lot more than it says you are allowed to as the yeast infection itch tends to really bother me. I also scratched it a lot to the point where my vulva became red and swollen and also a tiny bump appeared. At first I noticed one but two more as I continued scratching appeared in the next 12hrs. They were all very small, and two of them were about 5 millimeters apart from eachother and the third was very tiny and didn't seem to itch that bad and was located at the very bottom of my vaginal area. The time before when I used too much of the spray a year ago, I had also noticed a bump but this time three appeared and I had been scratching a lot more and also waited to use the medicine this time.I got concerned and tried to pop them, when I tried it was very hard and I had to eventually use a needle to do it, and small amount of blood came out, and the area was very irritated at this point, but the bump was basically still there. The next day I tried again with my hand to pop it, and again a small amount of blood came out, and it made a bit of a popping sound and fluid which seemed to be clear but also slightly yellowish came out. The other two bumps popped fairly easily only no blood (I hadn't used the needle) and clear/but slightly yellowish fluid came out. Kind of like what comes out when I squeeze a pimple on my face after the white stuff come out...that is the best way to describe it. Once I began taking the yeast infection medicine I began to feel better at about the same time I always do when I take yeast infection medicine, and the yeast infection seemed to clear up just fine. My concern is though about the bumps! Is this | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.1. There is a possibility of a reaction to the repeated usage of the yeast kit. 2. This depends on what medicines are used. Clotrimoxazole is the most common and repeated use causes a reaction. 3. There is a possibility of a slight allergic reaction or perhaps an irritation caused by excess spraying of the deodorants. 4. The fact that a lot of scratching occurred, which is enough to cause an inflammation of the area. For example, if you were to scratch your arm, furiously, again and again, the same reaction would occur except that the vulva is more sensitive. This is a fact. READ CAREFULLY.5. You are safe from herpes. Herpes presents as snake-like eruptions, and not at all the bumps you are describing. Also, there has been no sexual contact as described by you with a partner without protection. So you can really feel calm and reassured that you are 100% safe from herpes. Take these pills carefully now. Read very carefully. 1. Amoxycillin with clavulanic acid pills once after breakfast and dinner for 3 days2. Levocetirizine tablets 2 times a day to stop itching and scratching3. Mupirocin cream applied thrice a day for 7 days 4. Lactobacillus tablets as a "tonic" This is the best treatment for you. I would advise you to take pics (only of the affected areas) with a standard cam and post them if you really want to be sure. It's not required but it's your choice.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Neel Kudchadkar | |
What happens if sinus problem and allergies overlap?
I have been plagued recently by nosebleeds which have been annoying and scary at times. I have received allergy shots for many years and do have prescriptive nasal sprays , over the counter nasal medication , etc,, so do realize that sinus problems and allergies do overlap. I have done the usual drill of trying not to blow my nose for a long while after an episode even though my nose is full and it gives me a headache, keep area moist, etc.. only to experience another nosebleed several days later, Could a spray tan even with a nose plug inserted in nostrils from a few weeks ago be an aggravating factor? I have had nosebleeds occur a few times in winter season but not in the summer. Recently moved to downtown Chicago from Michigan so do not have my usual doctors to help me with this issue. Should I see an ENT, an allergist, or both as I do want to continue my regimen of monthly shots. Thank you for your time and help. | Hello.Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your history and would like to make following suggestions to you:1. Allergy shots usually need treatment for long duration. So if you are changing your place, personally I would suggest you to consult an allergist for need of continuation.2. Some intranasal sprays can aggravate nasal bleeds, and there can be local factors in nose also which can also cause nose bleeds. So I would also suggest you to consult an ENT to rule out any local cause.3. Dryness of winter can aggravate nose bleeds (as in your case).4. Please make sure that your blood pressure is normal as high blood pressure can cause nose bleeds.Hope above suggestions will be helpful to you.Wish you the best of the health.Thank you & Regards. | |
Diagnosed with Parkinson s disease. Carbidopa, levidopa and amantril suggested. Need further medication?
hai sir my father is diagnoised with parkinsons .He has been taking medicines for two years with carbidopa,levidopa,entacapone,selgin,,pacitine,amantril..still his movements are not as like as healthy individual.professionally he is a farmer and he does his work.but on heavy work his left hand seems little close.so could you please suggest that continue same medicine or any other midicines . | Hi, Your father is diagnosed with parkinsons disease.Already he is already on 5 drugs still he is symtomatic that indicates advanced parkinsons disease.You need to consult neurologist for titrating dosages of these drugs to maximum with minimal side effects.Another option is to go for deep brain stimulator which is brain pacemaker. DBS does not cure Parkinson's, but it can help manage some of its symptoms and subsequently improve the patient’s quality of life.[11] At present, the procedure is used only for patients whose symptoms cannot be adequately controlled with medications, or whose medications have severe side effects.[5] Its direct effect on the physiology of brain cells and neurotransmitters is currently debated, but by sending high frequency electrical impulses into specific areas of the brain it can mitigate symptoms[12] and/or directly diminish the side effects induced by Parkinsonian medications,[13] allowing a decrease in medications, or making a medication regimen more tolerable | |
Suggest treatment for tightness in the right calf
Hi. About a week ago by tomorrow, I had crossed the street and avoided being hit by a car by suddenly jumping out of the way. My right leg calf tightened up. Stupidly, I did not think of applying a cold press as I had to take the subway to work. This whole past week, only my right leg calf still felt tight. After a night s sleep the swelling of my right calf would subside somewhat. I only thought of applying a cold compress four days ago. The cold compresses has eased the swelling intermittently and especially after a night s sleep. How long does this last ? Is this cludification? It s nit edema because it s only my right calf that swelled. | Hello,Thank you for using Healthcaremagic.I read your question and understood your concern.I think it is a muscle sprain and it may take 2 to 3 weeks with medication to go way.Dr. Selmani | |
Q. How can I get rid of pimples and dark spots through ayurveda?
Hello doctor, I am 19. How can I get rid of pimples and dark spots? | Hello. At your age, the most common cause behind pimples is hormonal changes and they vanish off naturally after some time. But, you can still follow this management: Consult me or a nearby ayurveda physician after one month regarding improvement and for further management. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
Can Clarithromycin be given alongwith Advil to reduce fever?
can clarithromycin be given together with children advil to reduce fever (39.6). My son is 5 years old and is been running fever of 39.6 for the last 3 days. I have been giving him advil for fever. I have noticed dark circles arround his eyes and swallen eyes. Is there any and what are side effects when this medicine taken together or shortly after?Thank you very much. worried mom | Hi...Fever of 3 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 is probably viral illness and it doesn't require antibiotics at all. Once viral fever comes it will there for 4-7 days. So do not worry about duration if the kid is active.Paracetamol can be given in the dose of 15mg/kg/dose (maximum ceiling dose of 500mg) every 4-6th hourly that too only if fever is more than 100F. I suggest not using combination medicines for fever, especially with Paracetamol.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Suggest diet for 6 months infant
hi, i am an office going mother.. so i introduced my baby nestum rice when she crossed 4 months, now she is 6 months and still i am giving her cerrelac wheat in the morning & nestum rice in the evening. apart from that we give her boiled milk around 100ml during the day. once i return back from office am mother feeding the baby. please suggest would this be sufficient for my baby for the whole day? | HiThanks for writing to us.For a six month old, the diet you are giving is sufficient.Yes this would be sufficient.But demands will increase as baby grows, you may have to increase next month.Wishing good healthRegardsDR ARUN | |
What is the further treatment after being diagnosed with mild autism?
i m 37 yrs man i m working under railway, my family only one son aged 4.6 yrs but he is no speech like full words. Dr's said to me your son suffering mild AUTISM marks will be 31%. pl guide me next treatment. my residential address nera kolkata at kharagpur | HiThanks for using healthcare magicIn austism, patient has communication problem, poor social interaction and sterotypic behavior. If he has all these symptoms, then he has autism. In autism, patient need special school, where a educator could help him or her to learn social skill and help in improving communication. Remember, that take lot of time. You can search online to find any special school nearby kharagpur. In case, you need further help, you can ask.Thanks | |
Which pain killers can be taken during pregnancy ?
hi my fiancee is currently 26 weeks pregnant and has had a tooth removed today, she is suffering from a large amount of pain, is there anything she can take safely to ease the pain?? | hi; If the pain is severe she can take tab-Paracetamol & even if that does not give relief then she can take tab-Brufen-400(Ibuprofen).Your fiancee is in second trimester so any of this drug can be taken without & problem ;only thing to remember is tell her to take only when it is really necessary. thanks | |
Suggest treatment for stomach pain , vomiting and back pain
For the last 6 or so months once at most twice a month i have had severe stomach pains that make my back hurt as well as vomiting. This last for a day or so then I feel fine until the next episode. I had eaten a fair amout the first 2 times so I had thought maybe I just overate but i have sinced tried to change my eating habits and it still happns. last night i just had brown rice and today i am vomitinh again. | The symptoms you had mentioned are mostly suggestive of some gastric infection for which you can take some antibiotic preferably oflox-oz or zifi-oz after an expert advice along with cyclopam or meftal-spaz for severe stomach pain. You can take omez-d or rekool-d empty stomach half an hour before meal for vomiting. Use volidup gel for local application to reduce back pain. |
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