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Could boils on the face be due to Telmisartan intake?
I have been taking Tazloc-40 one tablet a day for the past four years for my high bp problem. I take no other medicine. I am getting some boils on the face which were treated three times by a skin specialist with antibiotics but they reoccur. I have a doubt that is... | No telmisartan has no such known side effects. Your boil could be due to acne or some other infection | |
Q. The fourth generation combo test is negative. Am I risk-free from HIV?
Hello doctor,I had protected vaginal sex and unprotected oral sex with CSW and for peace of mind, I tested with HIV fourth generation duo combo (Ag/Ab) test and RT PCR viral load test at 23 days from exposure. The fourth generation combo test ca... | Hi. Protected sex is safe as far as risk of HIV is concerned. Insertive or sex has a negligible risk of transmission of HIV. As far as testing is concerned, only a four-week fourth generation HIV screening test is considered reliable. Though even that has to be followed up by a 12-week screening test for a conclusive r... | |
What causes blisters on the hand and feet of a 9 year old?
my 9 yr old (wt85lbs, 4 5 usually healthy as a horse)has more blisters than my sons did they never had blisters on their hands or feet but they all had fevers, sore throats, vomiting, blisters in theirs mouths my 2 oldest have 1 on their outter lips and awfull... | Hi, HFMD is a viral illness and no specific antiviral drug is available. We have to treat symptomatically. Sore gums and throat can be treated with oral analgesics gel. Vitamin C supplementation can help to cure gum bleeds. You can give citrus fruit juices which are rich in vitamin C and also treats dehydration. Hope I... | |
Suggest treatment for anxiety and depression
Hello I am recently going through a divorce and so far the depression started, anxiety, thoughts about myself dying and and others close to me. And fear has become a major issue for me as well. I have been placed on numerous medications trying to see what will work be. It s... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. A person going through a worst life scenario is supposed to be disappointed, depressed and at loss. Such a condition should have corrected itself if there were proper guidance. In your case, currently, you should pursue the present treatment. You should also d... | |
Suggest remedy for persistent body acne
Hi, I am 25 years old and suffering from a few skin diseases..I have consulted so many doctors but none of them guided me to the right path or helped me to find the right cause ..I have itchy skin, body acne and any marks on my body does fade even after months and months.. | thanks for posting your query to hcm.Fungus is a common cause of itchy skin lesion .If you have not undergone any investigation for fungal skin infection First go for skin scrapping examination to fungal microscopy .If it is found positive we can treat it with antifungal drug. If found negative then we will think about... | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late ... | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they shou... | |
Have pain in molar. Had a punch on face and head. What to do for jaw regaining its function?
Hi i got punched on the side of my head and face yesterday early morning and experiencing pain when i want to use my molars to chew my food. Ive just been chewing food on my incisors. I cannot chew food on my back teeth [molar... | Hi, Thanks for asking the query, According to your history there could be a chance of fracture of the mandible, mobility, tenderness over the TMJ, disturbance of occlussion or an dentoalveolar fracture. I would suggest you to visit to an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon and get a checkup done take an OPG Radiograph, frac... | |
How to treat an itchy lump on the arm?
if I have a itchy, tingling, 1.5 inches diameter redness, numbing in the area only and hot bump on my left arm above the elbow for the past 2 days, is it possible that a mosquito bite is the cause? A few days ago I spent time outside for bbq and noticed mosquitos. Thx | Hi,From history it seems that there might be having mosquito bites producing local allergic reaction.nothing to worry.Take antihistamine like Cetrizine or Benadryl for 2-3 days.Ok and take care. | |
Have the C5 C6 space present with a focal central extruded disc. Surgery?
I have the C5 C6 space present with a focal central extruded disc which slightly deforms the anterior surface of the spinal cord .A slight amount of CSF lies between the spinal cord and posterior wall of the spinal canal and these is no cord com... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.I have gone through the MRI report of your cervical spine.The decision to do surgery or not depends on patient's symptoms and examination findings, in addition to the MRI report. So, I request you to get back with your symptoms.If you have severe radicular pain in the arms, or if the... | |
What causes tightness in chest after consuming alcohol?
I am 53 years old, and today had a glass of alcohol, rum and coke this was not a high content of alcohol I usually i ask for it to be filled more with coke, but occasionally over the past 5 or so years, when there have been celebrations - christmas, or have been ... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, you should definitely consult your doctor and get done ecg, 2d echo and stress test to rule out heart diseases. You are taking alcohol and have positive family history of heart disease, so we should first rule out heart diseases. If all ... | |
What is the treatment for a small lump in the belly button?
I have a small growth coming out of my belly button,It's blue (ish) in colour and about the size of a finger tip and not painful to touch. I noticed it about a year ago and it didn't really bother me but reacently i have had a really sore stomach and was wond... | Hi,Dear,Thanks for the query to HCM. I studied your problem in depth and I understood your concerns. Cause and plan of Treatment-In my opinion on the given data,you seem to have umbilical hernia.Recent stomach sore is due to the hernial protrusions with partial obstructions.USG scan would fix its diagnosis.Don't guess ... | |
Is Olmezest h 20 mg the right medicine for high blood pressure?
Dear doctor, I am a BP patient and taking tab olmizest 20mg one in the morning. it is in control. my sgpt is 42 IU/L and is it safe level or what are the precautions i should take this to bring down And sgot is 28 IU/L, regards nair pl,suggest | Hello. Thank you for your question and welcome to HCM. I understand your concern. Olmesartan (Olmezest) is a drug from the angiotensin receptor blockers (ARB) family. This family is safe and effective to be used with the aim to control the blood pressure. If I would be your doctor, I would choose a beta-blocker as a fi... | |
What could chest tightness with abdominal sore and nausea suggest?
My aunt is 40 years old and diabetic and has been awake the past hour. She said she feels really funny. She said she has like a tightness in the center of her chest that almost feels like heart burn and he upper abdomen is sore and she feels nauseous. ... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.Possibility of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more likely in her case.GERD is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this, the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause nausea, chest tightness, a... | |
Painful gum and jaw, irritation, itchy, worse when chewing. Is it inflammation?
Hello doctor, I am having a constant pain in the upper left gum/jaw since a week...I've seen a dentist who said it might be an inflammation in the gums. I've been on antibiotics for 5days (3 per day) but the pain us still here. It is not ... | Hello,Thanks for writing to us.Painful gum as well as jaws may be due to-periodontitis.I would advice you to get a thorough scaling as well as root planning done.If there is pocket/bone loss,bone grafting has to be done.Meanwhile,gargle frequently with chlorhexidine mouthrinses.Maintain oral hygiene well.Please do visi... | |
Suggest physical exercises for spinal stenosis patients
Hi, just had rotator cuff surgery 7 wks ago and after sleeping in chair for 6 weeks my lower back and hip hurts. I also have spinal stenosis. My wuestion is what kind of exercises can I do without using arm. I lie in bed raise my hips and then lift legs up but ca... | Hello, I have studied your case.Some exercises which can be done extension exercises, Lying on your stomach flat lift leg 6 inches from ground, do it for other leg.Now lift both hand and leg simultaneously, 6 inch off the ground and stayPosition for around 10 breathes. Core stabilizing spine exercises will help.You may... | |
Suggest tests to confirm pregnancy
Hi, ive had excess discharge for days now followed by a brownish/redish discharge the laast couple of days and have been getting random lower abdominal cramps. Ive been having unprotected sex all of this month every two days or so. My nipplrs are also quite sore. My period has been i... | Hi there, I have understood your concern. I will suggest you the best possible treatment options. Sorry to hear about your previous pregnancy loss. Plesse do not panic. If you have unprotected sex act and are not sure about pregnancy status, I will suggest you the following - Please get morning's first sample of urine ... | |
Does Cephalexin help to treat athlete's foot?
Hi, I'm living in Uganda and seem to have got athletes foot, I've tried all fungal creams including some from home (north America) it gets better for a couple of days and then get worse again. It's starting to get itchy and painful with blisters. Today the pharmacy presc... | Hi..Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concern..As per your complain Athlete's Foot is a fungal infection of feet infecting the webs of toes and fingers of feet..It can occur due to accumulation of moisture and contamination with socks and clothings..It can also be contr... | |
What causes sudden hair loss after shifting places?
Hi All, We recently moved to Edison NJ from Norwalk CT. As we moved her for last two months, my wife has been having lot of hair loss all of sudden. She believes this is due to the water here. Please answer if this has been observed earlier and what is remedy for thi... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your case history of hairfall due to change in place, my treatment advice is - 1. Use a good herbal hair oil and shampoo for routine use. 2. Apply a mild topical steroid lotion like beclomethasone lotion once daily at ... | |
What does it mean by sperm count 0-2 in a vasectomy semen analysis?
I just received the results from my 2nd post Vasectomy Semen Analysis. The nurse said my sperm count was 0-2. Any clue what that means? Anyway, I failed so I have to wait another 4 weeks. Also when submitting my sample the nurse mentioned there wasn't... | Hello and .As an Urologist, i can fully understand your anxiety.After a vasectomy, your semen test after about 20-25 ejaculations,should show, no sperms in ejaculate.If the few sperms seen are dead(non-motile),there's no problem.Otherwise repeat the semen test in one week's time.Confirm there're no sperms at all.If you... | |
What does a white bump with pus on left side of chest imply?
My son is almost 5 years old and for almost a year he has had a white bump on his areola area, right next to his nipple. His dr thinks its just a skin tag but it looks like a pimple all white. We used warm compresses and nothing, well today he was in the poo... | Hello, I passed carefully through your question and would explain that based on your description, it could be a clogged duct or a lipoma (fat tissue lesion). In my opinion, the best thing to do is not to traumatize it, as it may lead to inflammation. If its dimensions increase, consulting with a surgeon may be needed, ... | |
What is the dosage of Amoxicillin for toothache?
how much amoxicillin is safe to use. I have a head infection bone jaw check is swollen I am in sever paindentes gave me amoxicillin for a toothache and infection seem to move to one side to the other; upper jaw to lower jaw and now in my check ps I spondylitis diabete... | Kindly do mention the duration of infection. 1Gm of Amox in two divided doses for period of 5 days is adequate, but at times due to anerobic infection and resistance to amox, other broad spectrum antibiotics would have to be added. | |
What causes chest pain, dyspnea, hematemesis, throat swelling with coughing fits?
ok my friend has trouble brething in his upper chest and has been throwing up blood for the past week. along with dyspnea and pain in his chest his throat has been so so swollen and his nodes on the front side of his neck have swollen as... | Hello, As you explain the history, he can go to the ER in such conditions because he needs at least a chest X-ray and probably a fibrobronchoscopy for the airways. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jnikolla, Pulmonologist | |
What are the symptoms of potential pregnancy?
Hello, I have a bit of a complicated situation...I had previously screwed up my birth control and was off of my period for 3 months. I got back on birth control and had intercourse 3 days after unprotected. around the 12th and 13th of this month. then around the 17th i sta... | if you take my opinion then yes you might be pregnant but still you need to confirm your pregnancy by a simple urine pregnancy test and then an abdominal ultrasound can be helpful for final diagnosis | |
What causes swollen toes?
Hello To Anyone ! Actually, the outer sides of the toe of my left foot is swollen excessivly and the swollen area is excessively red, hard and very painful on touching, with that my foot arch is also swollen a bit and is red, painful, can t walk properly ! What to do? | Hello, You may be suffering from gout or hammer toe or inflammatory arthritis. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. Use cold and warm compression, use NSAIDS for pain. Avoid spicy food and alcohol avoid smoking and caffeine drink. Get it done uric acid levels. Then consult your physician he will... | |
Q. Are pronounced hyperacusis, tinntus and headache the symptoms of Meniere's?
Hello doctor, I would like to share my story quickly, and my question is to those who suffer from Meniere's. Does this sound at all like the syndrome? I have not received a Meniere's diagnosis, but I am scared I might be in the early stages... | Hi. If Epley maneuver has improved your dizziness, then it does not seem to be Meniere's disease, and also you used to get vertigo only when you shake your head which is not so in Menier's. Also, you will have hearing loss as well in Meniere's. Ringing in your left ear, is it the only complaint right now? Are you on an... | |
What could be done for Tingling and chronic pain in hand? MRI of cervical spine normal
I had a MRI of cervical spine and all results were normal. Where as with my CT scan the results were as follows: No significant osseous abnormality is identified on CT. A subtle kyphosis centred at C3/4 disc space is noted. There is... | HiC6-7 posterior indentation on theca may correlated with tingling in arms.consult a neuroligist.I may suggest, traction of neck for 20 minutes daily for 10 days by a physical therapist, tab of neurobion forte,pregabelin 75 daily after obtaining prescription of orthopaedic doctor.isometric cervical exercises under phys... | |
How to get rid of the androgenetic alopecia?
Respected sir I am suffering from Androgenetic Alopecia my doctor suggested me of Keraglo men and after using it told me to do a blood checkup and before visiting cut my hair to 1cm then he will suggest me with a lotion please advice whether it is correct or not | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your case history of androgenic alopecia, my treatment advice is - 1. Take good nutritious diet full of green leafy vegetables and milk. 2. Take an iron supplement and vitamin b12 supplement. 3. Apply Minoxidil 2% sol... | |
Detected Bilateral extra pelvis and fullness of bilateral pelvicealyceal system. Explain
hello , my 12 year old daughter was detected with Bilateral extra pelvis is seen and fulness of bilateral pelvicealyceal system, which partially regressed on post void scan .small cortical scar is seen in mid lower polar junction ... | Let me begin by stating that this finding could be the cause of her pain abdomen both directly as well as because of increasing propensity of kidney infection.It will be advisable for you to consult a specialist.Although extrarenal pelvis per se is not serious | |
What causes brown vaginal spotting during pregnancy?
hello.. i am 6 weeks pregnannt.. had brownish spotting today morning went for an ultrasound but doctor said she could see a gestational sac of 14.5 mm and a yols sac but no fetal pole or fetal heartbeat.. is it normal? she said the growth is very sluggish...please h... | HI, Thanks for your query. I understand your concern. At 6 weeks gestational sac , yolk sac & fetal pole are seen. Heart sounds may appear a bit later . You don't have fetal pole & have brown discharge too.Possibility of blighted ovum should be confirmed after repeat scan after one week.when both yolk sac & ... | |
Will fibroid cause any issues in conceiving?
hi, i was told by my doc dat i have fibrod and i told her i want to conceive. she started with food suppliments and two weeks later she gave mehcg5000i.v. and asked me to make love with my husband for three days. today on her note she wrote l.ov rupture and gave me gestum t... | Hi, I think she has written that you had one follicle in left ovary which has ruptured. That means egg has been released. That's why gestum has been started to support implantation. You can do a urine pregnancy test at home after completing the course of gestum. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any ot... | |
How can itchy rashes all over the body be treated?
I started itching this afternoon at work. I get home and have red welts all over, driving me crazy itching, it put itch cream on, it stops it for a few minutes and starts up again along with burning, I have no Benadryl, is there something else I can try to stop the it... | Hi. The rash could most probably be an urticaria (hives). But there are other possible diagnoses too. You could take an antihistamine tablet and apply calamine lotion for a week. Try to find out the causative agent for the rash, the most common being drugs, food or environmental changes. If you do not get any improveme... | |
What causes a tissue to grow around the skin of piercing?
I got my nose pierced 2 mnths back. After about 10 days the area around d piercing got red and a small tissue of skin (like a boil/pimple) grew. I've applied coconut oil, neosporin but to no avail. I am afraid the small mole like tissue around the piercing migh... | Hello!This is Dr. Klarida Paqaqako answering your question.There are 2 possibilities that the tissue growth in the piercing area can be:1) If it hurts, seeps, have pus and/or bleeds it's probably either an infection or a sebaceous cyst (which can become infected). In this case If I was your caring doctor, would recomm... | |
How much time does it take to recover from hbsag?
hi i am nitu from india .i am 24 years old.last year i got hbsag positive with dna positive,hbseag negative,anti-hbe positive.i taken barcavir from 5 months under a specialist doctor.but now i want to know, is hbsag positive cause harm in my future life or am i eligibl... | Hello Nitu, this is Dr. Gidoiu,So you have hepatitis B infection and you are being treated with anti-viral medication Barcavir. Hopefully this medication will treat you and get rid of all the virus in your blood. Of course, you should know this viral infection is spread via blood, saliva, vaginal secretions, breastmilk... | |
How to get rid of lump under the skin of my left arm?
I had a pea size lump under the skin of my left arm in the bicep area since October and now it's larger and not so much a circle and the center is very red and dark and the outer area is yellowish like an old bruise. The lump is hard and sore to the touch. I'm ju... | Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.This is most probably a sebaceous cyst. IT is better to get this excised for 2 reasons.1> your get rid of the disease and 2> you get the histopathological diagnosis- makes you tension-free | |
What are the foods to be taken while having kidney/gallbladder stones?
Hello doctor, my husband has kidney and gall blader stones and he recently had a very severe attack. Now he is ok but we are planning to get surgery done asap.Kindly let me know if sunflower oil, chapatis made of wheat, foods like rice, rajma, pota... | Hello Welcome to HCM, sorry to know the status of your husband. Gall bladder stones are of more concern than kidney. But again depends on size. Most important things to be noted. 1. There are different causes for gall bladder and kidney stones. 2. Size and function matters in the management. Need further details. 3. Bo... | |
Vibration in lower back and it spreads to abdominal but causes no pain. What could be the reason for it ?
Sir, when i bent my head towards chest then there is a vibration in my hip or surrounding of tail bone from lower back and it spreads to abdominal also but causes no pain, only strong vibration, since 1 month. | Hi Welcome to Healthcaremagic Forum Does this happen when you do this with a jerk? ANy other symptoms/changes you are experiencing? This is a curious symptom, possibly neurologic, please visit a neurophysician, for an examination. Takecare | |
Suggest treatment for cold, cough and breathing problem of a 7 year old
Hi, My son is 7 yrs old and standard 2.. he is always having cold & cough with nose flow. he is having major sleep problem, he makes sound while slepping last week I met a child specialist and was told that he struggles for oxygen.. most likely he... | from your description, it looks like adenoids leading to obstructive sleep apnoea. common in this age group. check your kids bodyass index too. this happens due to enlarged adenoids( a tonsil like gland) obstructing the airway. this causes sleep disturbances at night time ( snoring) also excessive day time sleepiness. ... | |
Suggest remedy for high BP and pulse rate
My guy has hx of hypertension and is on 10mg of altace once a day. His diastolic is always high. He atw a Shrawma (Indian food) and his b/p went to 167/107 and a high pulse. The systemic came down to 135/98 pulse at 91 the next day by noon. He said he drank a lot of water and ... | Hi dear, Diastolic hypertension is an undesirable elevation of the lowest of the two blood pressure numbers.The desirable level of diastolic is about 80 mm Hg. Any rise above that number is associated with an increase in adverse events. Trails done says that;Every 10 mm rise in diastolic pressure causes a doubling of i... | |
Suggest medication to combat little white worms found in the stool
i am 14yrs old and have found little white worms in my stool when i go to the toilet. I took a combantrin ('worm chocolate/ tablet') yesterday and the itching has subsided a little but the worms are still there and I am a bit worried that it is somethi... | Thanks for posting this question on HCM!I appreciate your concern regarding the worm infestation.This tablet is effective only to treat the adult worms currently residing in the intestines. It will not be effective to treat the eggs or immature worms. This is why it is important to take a second dose of treatment afte... | |
What causes red bumps on penis after taking shower?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... my son said that he was having some pain around his private part and had some red bumps and then the red bumps went away. He said that he the problem started after taking a shower. this w... | Hi...if he's fine now, nothing to worry. But if the condition recurs, then definitely you should see a doctor or get back to us on this website with images uploaded because skin conditions are best diagnosed and treated after seeing directly.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
What causes black stools inspite of being treated for anemia?
Hi my hemoglobin was 6.1and ihave taken two units of blood.Also i have been priscribed Autrin,I am getting black stools every half and hour.Kindly suggest me i am worried.I haave been treated for multiple myeloma since four years.I have undergone bmt(autol... | Hi,Thanks for asking.Autrin contains iron in form of ferrous sulphate along with folic acid. This iron is giving rise to dark tarry stools. It's normal during iron ingestion.Your anemia would be near 10g%. Continue with supplements and good nutrition.This tarry tools is not related to multiple myeloma or BMT. It is no... | |
Why i use to sneeze every morning ?
hello doctor i met with sneezing every morning ,as i wake up it starts . doctor does it create any side effects? | Hi This is allergic rhinitis and for this we recommend increasing of immunity as permanent cure. This is done with herbs like turmeric, black pepper , tulsi etc. swwamla is a drug which increase immunity in such cases. For symptomatic relief you can use lakshami vilas ras or tab. Trishun | |
What causes breathlessness and frequent heart palpitations while on Victoza and Humalog?
I have been having frequent heart palpitations and today I have had shortness of breath. I am a diabetic on lantis, victoza, humalog and metphorman but have never had this issue with the heart. It has been about two weeks and some... | you should get an E..C.G done to rule out any cardiac causes. Also frequent blood glucose monitoring to check whether you are getting hypoglycemic | |
Swollen eye due to spider bite. Taking benadryl. What else have to be done?
Hi, i seem to have a reaction to what i think may be a bug or spider bite , my whole left eye area is swollen for the last several days, and it seems to be getting slightly more swollen progressively. It is a bit itchy, but doesn t seem infect... | Dear Concerned., By history ,it seems to be an eyelash hair follicle infection/tarsal gland which has grown bigger and bigger with a collection of inflammation underneath. The anti histaminic Benadryl use has done no good because it is infected .Even the bug or spider could have bitten and introduced infection. You ... | |
What treatment is suggested for cough?
i have noticed that i developed a cough, when i cut out splenda the cought stopped and stayed gone for a while,i did not stop drinking diet soda but now the cough is back. Again i stopped the artificial sweetner, is this just another side effect of splenda/artificial sweetners? | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. No, cough is not side effect of artificial sweetener. It is mostly due to respiratory tract infection. Most common is viral upper respiratory tract infection. So better to avoid oily and spicy food. Avoid junk food. Drink plenty of fluids ora... | |
What causes severe chest pain after gallbladder removal?
Hi. I had my gall bladder removed a couple of years ago. My original symptoms of the gall bladder problem were chest pains. The pains have never really gone away but have been infrequent since the surgery. The last couple of months they have increased in intensi... | hi.noted history of cholecystectomy and recurrence of the same symptoms prior to surgery, cardiopulmonary causes ruled-out. it is best if you do a follow-up consult with your surgeon, for physical examination and clinical evaluation. first, recurrence of stones somewhere along your hepaticopancreaticobiliary tree area ... | |
What could be the reason for developing blisters under my penis in small groups after sex?
I develop blisters under my penis in small groups or single after sex, it s painful and uncomfortable I have to break it to get any form of relief.It forms a small sore and heals after a couple of days.What don you think is the ... | HelloThanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have developed blisters after having sex.If it is unprotected sex the possibility of Genital Herpes 2 has to be ruled out by swab test of the fluid from blisters .Please consult qualified Urologist for clinical examination and to con... | |
What cause dizziness, headaches and difficulty to breath?
Hello, I am a female, 31, and 3 weeks ago I travelled to Mexico City, the first 5 days I was ok but then started feeling very dizzy with a heavy headache and difficulty to breath. (This was on June 26th) I went to the doctor and she said it was low BP (80/60) a... | Hello Monica!Thank you for asking on HCM!Regarding your concern, your symptoms seem to be related to a chronic infection. The episodes of fever are very concerning about an infection.I would like to know if you have noticed any strange lesions in your skin, that may lead to a tick bite. Usually the first signs are skin... | |
Q. I get loose motion and stomach upset whenever I eat watermelon. Why does this happen?
Hello doctor, Yesterday during lunch, I ate drumstick leaves curry. Whenever I eat that, in an hour or two, I go to the toilet (little loose stools) two times. Is this normal? Yesterday I had the same, further after about 5 hours,... | Hello. You seem to have allergy to some food products. You should do an allergy sensitivity test for food products and fruits. This test will tell you which food and fruits you are allergic to and you should avoid having those foods. What is your age? Did you have any fever or rash on your body? For now, try tablet Lev... | |
Does new maxillary sinus polypoid mucosal thickening/lesions indicate cancer?
Please be kind enough to explain to me what does "new maxillary sinus polypoid mucosal thickening/lesions; stable left air cells hypoplasia and opcaification:" mean? Does this have anything to do with cancer in the skull bone or face or sin... | Welcome to Healthcare Magic.. Thickening of the maxillary sinus and polypoid appearance may be due to anything from simple sinusitis i.e. inflammation to something sinister as cancer.. You have not mentioned your age or symptoms... You will need an endoscopy and Biopsy and based on the results your condition will bec... | |
Can I get pregnant naturally using donated sperm?
Can I get pregnant naturally using donated sperm when I have stage 4 endometriosis and what would be the recomended way to proceed with my condition I have recently been diagnosed with stage 4 endo and am single and 34 years old. I have been advised I need to have a ba... | Hi, Thanks for query, Infertility is very common in endometriosis,particularly in severe endometriosis. I think on regular case it is very difficult to have pregnancy. If your gynaec advice to go for IVF,go for it and take chance. Ok and bye. | |
Suggest remedy for knee pain headache post knee surgery
I had knee replacement surgery back in Feb of this year, a few weeks later I developed an infection that required a second surgery, a PICC line and six weeks antibiotics that ended in May. I have since had significant daily pain in my knee, frequent headaches, sh... | hi,thank you for providing the brief history of you.As mentioned you have undergone a TKR, post which due to infection another surgery was planned and the resting HR is high.So to understand this, the cardio respiratory endurance becomes weak as the immobility is prolonged. Also, undergoing physical therapy for the TKR... | |
Why am i feeling air bubble in my left chest?
Hi, I am 24 years old, non smoker, female. 3days ago, I started to feel air bubble in my left chest ( between 2nd and 3rd rib, not lateral part, just close to sternum). I am also a junior doctor and so I auscultate myself and I found out that at the end of deep inspiration... | Thanks for your question on HCM.I can understand your situation and problem.In my opinion you should consult pulmonologist and get done CT thorax to rule out fibrosis or bronchiectesis.You had tuberculosis and taken treatment for the same. So your lung lesions must be healed. In TB healing can occur by either of the fo... | |
What is the home remedy for a hole?
I have a hole it's about the size of a dime at the beggining of my butt crack (gross I know) but I'm just wondering how to get rid of it at home I put anti bacterial on it with a q - tip it sizzles but nothing comes out or changes . What do I do ? (At home ) | **1. Opinion and examination with Surgeon is of utmost importance since hole around butt crack could be :1. pilonidal dimple not transformed into sinus [beginning stage where pain/discharge is not there], so best management which can be done at home is: keep the area clean and hygienic2. Do not use a cotton bud to scra... | |
When to take a rabies vaccine after the dog bite?
Hello doctor.......i start my vaccine after 10 day of when my sisters puppy by accident scratched by her leg nail then i dint get a tetanus injection But when i heard that she died at day 5th evening and i went to doctor after day 5th of she died is there any risk that... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,Rabies is 100% fatal but it is 100% preventable with proper and adequate treatment. As the dog which has scratched you has died you need to take both antirabies vaccine and antirabies serum.As the puppy died after biting you it may be having rabies, still it is not late you have to take both the va... | |
What are remedies for seminal leakage?
Hi sirrrr,i am 24 yrs old..i had a problem with semen leakage from past 1-2 years.At the starting it occurs once in 2 weaks or 20 days when i am dreaming about some adult things...but now it occurs twice in week without any dreaming..and my sperm became very diluent like watery t... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. Whenever your body is sexually aroused, semen is produced and stored inside your body unless you throw it out through masturbation of sexual act. Remember, semen is a waste product. If you do not indulge in the above activities, body finds its own to way to th... | |
What is the remedy for swollen testicles?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...My friend has swollen testicals from heart failure last week, he needs to know if there is something he can do to take the pain away, he has a doctors apt. tommarrow, but thats not soon enough | Hello, Possible causes like orchitis or hydrocele must be ruled out. A scrotal ultrasound with Doppler is required to make a diagnosis. Surgical correction is required in case of hydrocele. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family ... | |
Husband suspicious, protective, negative emotions, complex personality. Ways to tackle him?
my husband is suspicious, possesssive to such an extent that he checks my phone, emails, facebook a/c. he imagines things and thinks that things are the way he thinks about them. he s very moody, has moodswings all the time. if... | As he is a habitual drinker he has Paranoid personality leading to paranoid disorder.If he is not taken into confidence needs treatment-anti psychotic and mood stabilizer like quitiapine and lamitrazine or olanzapine and oxcarbamezepine | |
How to treat seizures?
I have one daughter (17 years old) and a son (13 years old) both of them have seizeres only after three years of their age. Now my daughter is on zeptol 300 mg (1-0-1), lacoset 100 mg (1-0-1) and zonisep 100mg (0-0-1). my son is on zeptol 300 (1-0-1) encorate cron 300mg(1-0-1). daughter memory a... | HiThanks for using healthcare magicIn most of cases of seizure disorder, it is very difficult to find the reasons of attack. In your case, they are already on lot of drugs and if still, seizure are not getting control, better to consult a neurologist and ask him to increase the dose of the drug accordingly. Medicines h... | |
Have vitiligo, spot on the genitals, toe and finger tips. Tried tropical creams. Homeopathy?
Hi, I am vitiligo patient for almost 15 years..It was stable last four years when I was in Switzerland. Once I returned back to Kolkata, India it started spreading. I am using homeopathy medicine. Bit it seems it is not stoppi... | 1.any history of protein loss or nutritional disorder? 2.any emotional/physical stress? 3.treatment of this condition is long term because due to disturbed immune system, duration of treatment is not proportional to the extent of the skin involvement. 4. copper level is 29 (units??), as it has different parameters wit... | |
Suggest treatment for enlarged liver and swollen legs
YES MY MOTHER IS STAGE FOR CANCER. (LUNGS, COLEN & LIVER). THEY HAD GIVEN HER 3 MONTHS TO LIVE BUT NOW ITS BEEN 5 MONTHS. HER LIVER IS ENLARGED AND HAS GOTTEN LARGER SINCE SHE SAW A DOCTOR. SHE IS GETTING SWELLING IN HER LEGS AND FEELS LIKE THEY ARE BURNING BUT COL... | Hi thanks for asking question.Noted she has stage 4 cancer with widespread metastasis.So as liver metastasis is present hypoalbumnemia can be there with sodium and water retension lead edema feet.Take low salt diet.Diuretic can be taken.Less fatty food eaten...Continue with chemotherapy and other drugs prescribed.Progn... | |
What causes losing sense of touch and taste?
I m having strange symptoms. I m consistently in a daze, almost like a light high. I sometimes lose sense of touch and taste. I did smoke weed 5 days ago, but is there anyway that can be linked with my symptoms? I did hit my head.. Could it be a mild concussion? | Hi, If you've not smoked any "weed" since 5 days ago and taken no other type of illicit drug then, I don't think the way you currently feel has much to do with having smoked the marijuana since your high would've cleared out of your system. On the other hand, your concussion or TBI may very well be entering a period du... | |
Lower back is sore and painful. Had cracking sound when laid on back. Told to have misaligned bck
Hi, my lower back usually is sore. I'm only 17 and already have back pains. But today, I've been having lower pains by my spin, but of to the right a little, near my butt. Usually when I have back pains, I lay on a hard f... | Hi,Thanks for posting your query.From description it seems you might be suffering Mechanical back pain.It is a common medical problem.Mechanical back pain implies the source of pain is in the spine and/or its supporting structure. The surrounding muscles and ligaments may develop reactive spasm and pain.1. Lie on hard ... | |
Had sex, saw heavy brown bleeding. Took cytotec. Also done with scan but nothing. Could it be an ectopic?
I am 34years. I had my period 24th march through 27th march. By 29th of march I had sex with my husband.by 31st - 2nd April I had brown bleeding that was slightly heavy.then I started having sore breast and nausea... | Hi,In the current scenario, I would ask you to see a gynecologist immediately as you had self-medicated yourself. It is essential to confirm the presence of an intrauterine pregnancy and also the age of gestation before having any type of abortion and this should be done under the surveillance of an expert. Also, day 1... | |
Diagnosed with sensory neuropathy, CT shows lacunar infacts in coronary radiata. No improvement with medicines. Help?
Good morning doc!!! I Mohd. Fasihuddin age 72, I have developed blurred vision , giddiness and imbalance on walking since one year. I have been diagnosed with sensory neuropathy by neurophysician. I wa... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.Giddiness, in your case, is multi-factoral (related to cervical spondylosis, decreased blood flow to brain and ear-related).So, the treatment should include using aspirin (you are already on that), neck extension exercises for your cervical spondylosis and ENT check up.Taking medicat... | |
Suggest treatment for bruised bump on shin
I fell about 2 months ago and bruised my left shin pretty bad. It took a long time to heal and I still have a bump on my shin. It sometimes aches and is tender when I touch it. It is a hard bump. I can'tpress iin on it at all. I'm wondering what it could be and if I should ha... | This is postiperative hyperkeratosis of skin with the same symptoms as you mentioned. You should apply topical cortisone or prednisone cream twice daily for one week. | |
What causes chest pain and a shortness in breath?
Hai Sir, I am Sateesh Jonnalagadda, and i am from Andhra Pradesh, and i am a student in UK now. I am 26 years old and i am 105 kgs weight and 6.10 feet, and now i am felling like i am getting chest pain and i have short of breath, and i am really afriad of it, could yo... | Hi sateesh,,you for sure know what's wrong with you,,its your over weight..so the first thing you have to lose weight by diet and regular exercise which will improve what you are complaining of | |
How to remove the coin swallowed by a child?
Sir my daughater about 1 year 8 months old sallows a c 50 ps coin past 4 days. We taken X-ray and taken advised from pedriatric doctor he told you have wait up to 1 weeek. any problem? already 5 days over the coin still not come in stool. Please give my some suggetions. | Put your child on solid diet (like banana/rice/halwa/isabgol husk mixed with milk and sugar) and keep on following the coin by x ray for its movement. If the coin doesn't come out in 3 days, still keep trying till pain or any other discomfort appears, in which case he might have to go for surgery. | |
What causes gagging and vomiting in a child?
My son began gagging a couple months ago once every week. Then it seems that he began to gag when surprised by a smell of food two to three times a week. Food he likes. Then he began gagging when walking in a room, both around food and not near food at all. The gagging has ... | Hello, How old is your child? And how is his routine feeding pattern? Is he trained to eating on his own? Does he eat meals when he is hungry? Does he eat food more than he needs? Sometimes parents force feed children? Develop the habit of eating food at the dining table. Have at least one meal with the kid as a family... | |
Mitral valve prolapse, taking naxium, nucart, calaftin, zolent, ceefakind. Homeopathic medicine?
My wife aged about 50,ht 5.3, wt 62kgs approx colour fair suffering from Mitral valve prolapse last 4years .she is taking following medicine at this time Before breakfast 1 Tab Naxium Nucart 8 M 1Tab after breakfast Calaft... | 1. any family history or history of connective tissue disorder?? 2. mitral valve prolapse is the commonest cause of mitral regurgitation which over the period of time (4 in this case) leads to CHF, any signs of swelling in feet/legs and/or shortness of breath on exertion?? 3. You haven't mentioned about the cause/reaso... | |
Suggest treatment for elevated SGPT level
I m 24 year old male, I recently gone through health checkup and found that my SGPT level is too high i.e: 139. I dont smoke or drink, however I am suffering with cough and cold since 15 days and taking antibiotic and pain killers for the same. Could you please suggest what ca... | Are you taking medications containing acetaminophen? Anything over 3-4 grams per day can be toxic to the liver. Also, viral hepatitis can cause elevated liver enzymes. | |
What causes sudden unconsciousness with low BP?
we had a 50+ man tonight become unresponsive for aprox 2min. staring into space with eyes semi rolled up. My husband could not find a pulse. I could but was weak and thready. called 911. by the time they arrived he was responsive. he was hightly intoxicated. pupils equal... | Hello,There are two possibilities, one is syncope and other is seizures. Did he have any abnormal jerky or tightening of limbs, if yes it points towards seizures.I think in his case, syncope was a likely possibility, probably vasovagal syncope. Probably due to fall in bp leading to decreased blood supply to brain. What... | |
What causes pulsating feeling in the stomach?
I have a pulsating feeling in my stomach. It is not painful, just annoying. I have had some issues over the last week with anxiety, worrying about what is happening with my stomach. I am not nauseated, although I sometimes have a strange feeling in my upper neck. It do... | Hello!I read carefully your query and understand your concern.If you don't have upper abdominal pain,heartburn,nausea,vomiting,weight loss and you are eating well without problems I think your stomach is fine.This pulsating sensation in your stomach may due to your anxiety because when you are in stress your heart beat... | |
Suggest remedy for focal dermal hypolasia
Hi, my daughter is 14yrs old she has focal dermal hypoplasia. We moved to lakeland fl 5yrs ago since we have been here ive tried so many dermatologist and dentist to help treat her. They tell me there is nothing that they can do for her and send us home. The dentist is tellin... | Hello,This is being a genetic disorder offers an explanation of why she may have certain dental conditions. This makes treatment more difficult and involved. If she has missing teeth, extra teeth, undersized teeth, delayed eruption, an overbite or underbite, these conditions are best treated by an orthodontist. A chil... | |
What causes lump on the armpit?
good afternoon my question is regarding lump in armpit, i have had for several years, i did not think much of it. I think it started after my first pregnancy. whenever i wear a sleeveless shirt it can be noticed and, it does not hurt, but i just wanted to know if there is a solution t... | Hi,Good Morning-from INDIA.I am Dr.Savaskar M.N.here to take of your health query from HCM virtual Clinic. Thanks for your Health-query to HCM Clinic.-I studied your query in-depth and I understood your concerns.-Its a Normal -Breast Tissue -in Axilla-also known as -Axillary Tail of the Breast Tissue and is the normal ... | |
Suggest treatment for influenza and chills
last week I received a flu shot which I receive every year without complications--I started having chills and sweating yesterday and also having uncontrollable jerky movements of my arms and face. I had a removal of a parathyroid 2 years ago due to high levels. could my el... | Given your history, I suspect that your electrolytes could be the problem, rather than side effects from the shot, which you would have had sooner. You don't say why a parathyroid was removed, but the same condition could be occurring in one of the others (there are 4). Best you get into your doctor or urgent care and ... | |
Can Atorvastatin be taken when diagnosed with cancer?
My family physician is suggesting that I begin taking Atorvastatin. My concern is that I am currently being treated for my 3rd cancer. This time it is breast cancer that has metastasized to my bones. I see my oncologist every 4 weeks and have been doing well (since... | Hello,You are taking treatment of cancer with metastatic disease. You can take statin, there is no harm in that.It's lipid lowering agent. Don't worry about complications. You can take it. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Hardik Sanghvi | |
What causes sudden dizziness and palpitations?
About an hour ago I was sitting down and all of a sudden I got kinda dizzy and I got a fuzzy feeling all over my body and my heart was beating rapidly and I got scared and I could not control it. What does that mean? What would have caused that? Ps, I am 15 and I weigh ar... | Hello!Thank you for your question on HCM!Your symptoms seem to be related to anxiety. A cardiac arrhythmia can not be excluded, even considering your young age. I recommend consulting with your family physician for a careful physical examination and some tests:- a resting ECG- blood lab tests (complete blood count, thy... | |
Taking Clomid for PCOS. Taken Choriomon after ultrasound. Chance of pregnancy?
Hi, Am a 30 years female, i ve PCOS , i have stable period cycle . i took clomid 500 twice a day for 5 days and after making ultrasound on the day 13 , the eggs size were 17 so i took choriomon 5000 at the day 14th. is there any chance i mi... | Hi Welcome to HealthcareMagic PCOS is multifactorial disorder which leads to anovulation and infertility. Egg size of 18 mm and above are considered mature and pregnancy can occur if you made contact at the time of egg rupture. As u took ultrasound test on 13th day and egg size was 17 mm, hopefully it would have reache... | |
Suggest treatment for swollen vagina during pregnancy
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here. I am 23 weeks pregnant and I ve been having a really swollen vagina after sex . I m very worried I don t know why this is happening also it burns inside my vagina only after sex and somet... | You might have some infection. Get yourself check by your gynaecologist and start treatment as it can affect your baby and pregnancy. also treat your partner and avoid sex in pregnancy or at least use condoms | |
Suggest treatment for peripheral artery disease
My mother is suffering from peripheral artery disease.During start of operation Doctor found that fimory artirery is blocked more than 80% so artificial bypass tube can not be inserted so without doing any bypass,doctor restich & told that bypass is not possible due to c... | Hi,First the medical management should be optimized to full extent. Next you can visit another cardiologist for both the optimization of the treatment and discuss regarding possibility of stenting to be done in femoral artery. As I don't have any report of yours available, I won't be able to give exact opinion so you p... | |
Suggest treatment for running fever
My 9-year-old daughter has been running a fever for 101-103 for three days now. I took her to the doctor when I found she had a 103 temperature three days ago; he did a throat culture for strep throat. How long should I wait before returning to the doctor? She continues to have the ... | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic.Fever of few days without any localizing signs could as well a viral illness. Usually rather than fever, what is more important is the activity of the child, in between 2 fever episodes on the same day. If the kid is active and playing around when there is no fever, it... | |
What causes fever, abdominal pain and nausea in children?
My daughter has been feeling bad for 5 days now. 2of those days she had a fever. She has tummy pain. It especially hurts in her rib cage. She feels a shortness of breath and nauseous but can t throw up. When she tries to eat it feels more uncomfortable. She has... | HelloWelcome to HCM.It may be due to severe flu with abdominal infections.For flu and cold take levocet tab.For abdominal ochest infection consult your physician and get the chest x ray and abdominal ultrasonography done.Take light and liquid diet.Have a healthy life ahead.Take care... | |
What causes blisters around mouth and red spots on arms and legs?
Hi. my 10 month old has blisters around his mouth and rasied red spots on his arms and legs with a higher concentration near his knees, ankles and wrists. He also as a blister rash on is bottom. Te rash is not bothering him and does not seem to be itchy... | Hi...I feel by what you quote he should be having a - Hand Foot Mouth disease. This is one viral illness among all other exanthemas which can cause fever followed by rash over palms and soles. It is a self-limiting disorder and itching can be really worrisome. I suggest you use any over the counter antihistamine if you... | |
What causes pain in testicles?
Hi, My husband for the past 2-2 1/2 weeks has had testicle pain. Finally after waiting and hoping it goes away he decided he was going to see our doctor. The doctor did his exam and concluded that he has epididymitis, and then proceeded to ask my husband about his sex life. I don t think... | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forum Epididymitis may not be due to STD. It can be due to other causes as well like Infection from GUT organisms, UTI causing organisms. Please avoid sexual intercourse or use protection during this period till he is completely cured of it. Hope have answered your query. PLease let... | |
What causes wheezing in a child who is on formula milk?
Hi, My 5 month old baby who is taking formula milk since birth has been advised to use a Nebulizer with Duolin Rapsules, alongwith other drops like T-Minic and Nasal Saline Water. Since last few days he takes heavy breath, makes whizzing and whistling sound and s... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I completely understand your concerns. Do not worry. The symptoms are suggestive of viral illness rather than formula milk intolerance. So, you may continue with formula milk and treatment as advised.Hope I have answered you... | |
Is Deanxit effective, for tingling chest and eye sensations?
Hello, I am always having this tingling feeling in my chest which is like electricity coming and going. My Eye sometimes tingles also, and lately iam having a pain in my beck exactly in the center.however i went and had ECG test, blood tests, and picture of ... | Hello,Deanxit having flupenthixol and Melitracen. Both these are used for depression. So in my opinion, you should not these drugs and better to consult another doctor preferably a psychiatrist. If psychiatrist feels that you have mild depression, then you can take this Deanxit tablet. Sometimes vitamin B12 deficiency ... | |
How can an ear infection be treated?
I have had a bad cold for two weeks. The past 2 days I have felt pressure and diminished hearing in my ears. I went to the doctor who said I had an inner ear infection. He prescribed antibiotics, an ear drop remedy and prednisone. I do not want to take the prednisone for many reaso... | Hello! Welcome to HealthcareMagic! Ibuprofen and Prednisone are not in the same family of medications and do not work in the same way. This means that neither one can be substituted for the other. Most persons with ear infections do not require steroid medications but there may have been a particular reason that your d... | |
Is fragmin injections necessary long term for a bunion?
hi, i had bunion op 2 weeks ago and doctor put me on fragmin injections for 42 days.ive never had blood clots, but my mum died of them. my belly is covered in large bruises, AND my tongue is furry. should i have these jabs for so long without testing my blood? | Hi, Usually, we keep pt on fragmin post surgically for 31 days, that too in cases which limit the mobility of the pt or affect the blood flow in lower limbs. In case your doctor started you on fragmin there is some definite indication for it apart from your surgery that you are not aware of. Hence, it is better to revi... | |
Could abdominal pain and weakness after arousal be related?
hello sir...........i have sex prblm when i sit near a female whether she is girl or women i realise some water frm my pines ...also when i talk with girl on phone i faces same situation .....sometimes i feel abdomen pain because of this ....sir i feel very w... | Hello Thanks for writing to HCMYour problem is due to excessive sexual thoughts and over excitement.You should try to be normal while talking to women or sit near them.You should avoid provocative literature and videos and try to keep busy yourself in your job.Try to talk more to females,this will alleviate your anxiet... | |
How to get relief from pain due to bilateral avascular necrosis of hip?
sir I am suffering from bilateral avascular necrosis of hip last five years. now my hip movement is normal without any surgery but some pain when i move and weight bearing.what can i do for relief pain and increase movement...and this pain is not ... | Hi, there!You can use local gel based on Ibuprofen and add the same pills (Ibuprofen 400mg)Take pills after mealsI hope this helps | |
Suggest treatment for severe pain and swelling in right ankle
Ok I feel in a hole, an hurt my ankle,, My question is my right ankle is swollen two times it s size, an blood veins are popping up on my foot,, also bruising on other parts of my foot,, the pain is going up the back of my leg!!! I think it may be a severe ... | Hello, It could be a contusion or sprain. As of now you can use analgesics/anti inflammatory combination like aceclofenac/serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persists better to consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards... | |
Are there side effects of using Follihair and Finepecia?
I have been using follihair and finepecia simultaneously since 2 months as advised by my doctor after my hair transplantation. Are there any side effects on this??? could i continue using them for some more time?? please explain the side effects on this.Thank yo... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us at healthcaremagicFinasteride, which is present in Finpecia is an oral antiandrogen. It inhibits the enzyme 5 alpha reductase.Finasteride by virtue of its inhibitory action on this enzyme prevents progression of hair loss in androgenetic alopecia. Treatment is life long and is US FDA app... | |
Which treatment i should take for right back side of my head pain, when mri report is normal ?
sir my age is 24 yr. i have pain on the right back side of my head the pain increases after eating food the pain is continuous i had done mri but the report is normal i feel heaviness of head which diseases is this and which... | Hi,Laxman thanks for query.Normal MRI rules out major structural problems so there is no need to worry.The possible causes that can lead to this are ,stress headache and indigestion.Take light diet and avoid stress.Try to avoid too much of spicy food ,take foods regularly.You can try with antacids.bye. | |
Q. Is CBT useful in treating schizophrenia?
Hello doctor, I have a case that was assigned to me in school, and I want to seek help from doctors. My case is about a girl who has schizophrenia and was diagnosed very early. She shows all the symptoms, like hallucinations, hearing voices, hurting other people and talking ... | Hi. CBT is usually not useful in schizophrenia when the patient is having fulminant and active symptoms of schizophrenia such as delusions and hallucinations. The prerequisites for CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) are, 1. The patient should be motivated for therapy.2. The patient should understand the therapeutic all... | |
Q. I am nearing menopause and periods have become irregular. How to manage?
Hi doctor, I am 48 years old. I have been experiencing irregular periods, which I realize as normal as I am entering menopause age. Last month, I did not get my period. But, this month it has been a heavy and lengthy one for more than 17 days ... | Hi. If you have bleeding and you have to change two to three pads per day, then you do not have to do anything for bleeding on urgent basis. At 48 years of age, if you are bleeding heavily, then better get an appointment and check your cervix and the other things. If required, do a Pap smear or cervical biopsy or dilat... | |
Q. What exercise precautions are needed for someone who is not on blood thinners?
Hello doctor, I am an accredited exercise physiologist currently working with a client who is taking blood thinners. Recently, the client will be going for oral surgery and has to stop taking the blood thinners five days in advance. The... | Hello. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any further questions. For more information consult a hematologist online --> | |
What causes left abdominal pain persistently?
Hello, I have been having extreme left lower abdominal pain every time i sneeze, laugh or cough and sometimes when i sit up from a laying position. It is predominantly on my left lower abdomen aligned with my belly button. It hurts for a few minutes and goes away after but... | welcome to Health care magic.1.It can be many reasons that can cause pain, renal calculus, pancreatic pathology, gastritis, hernias, gallbladder pathologies.2.If you are my patient i would have examine you first and then send for an ultrasound scan, which will help to find out the cause and rule out many causes.3.It wi... | |
Is there any chance of pregnancy due to presence of semen on hand?
my girlfriend gave me a handjob and when i cummed some got on her hands but not much. and it dried up. so it was like sticky on her hand. she went to the bathroom a few minutes later and wiped. can she get pregnant? I was fingering her a couple nights ... | Semen on the hands is unlikely to cause the pregnancy unless she puts her hands soaked with semen into her vagina.Also body play without any penile insertion into the vagina and ejaculating there does not result into pregnancy.For pregnancy, the sperms of a man, which come from the semen ejaculate have to go in the rep... | |
Can I get pregnant after having duphaston and letrozole for irregular and delayed period?
HI Am 30yrs old married for 3yrs now,i have not been pregnant.i have irregular periods and have had an ovarian cyst 6yrs back and it was removed.my periods are delayed sometimes for 2 months.what can i do?my doc prescribed duphas... | Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You have ovarian cyst and menstrual irregularity. So main aim of treatment is to regularize period, correction of hormone imbalance. I would suggest to consult the gynecologist and undergo reproductive hormone analysis, USG ... |
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