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What is the cause of hard,dry,scaly patches on skin?
Dear doctor, for a while now my skin has been getting random hard, dry, scaly patches. The worst is on the back of my neck, where is spans all the way across. Nothing works including lotions, moisturizers, and oils. It s also in my arm pits, inside of my elbows, pubic area, and now on my back. The longer they re there the darker they get. What is this? | HIWell come to HCMThe reactive phenomenon is very likely and in my opinion this can be treated with steroid and the best option would be Betamethasone cream, if this does not responds then clinical examination is must because this demands the observation for diagnosis, hope this helps. | |
Suggest remedy for bilateral reflux
my 6 year old daughter was diagnosed with bilat reflux since she was 4 yrs. old. She s been taking antibiotic since then and have develop resistant to a number of antibiotics. So by that she keeps having UTI and high fever that can go upt to 104 at times. She had fever now over 101 and we went to see her urologist but no sign of UTI. She had been having headache and the vomiting and fever but no sign of cold of other upper respiratory illness. | First of all, you have to know what degree is the reflux and usually anything above grade 3-4 needs surgical correction. Till then prophylaxis antibiotics as well time to time vigorous trt of UTI is the only modality of care. She needs to empty bladder frequently and not allowing urine stasis. The problem which she encounters as head and vomiting with fever to be addressed separately to a Pediatrician. | |
Have low blood sugar level. Feeling dizzy and sick. No medication as of now. What is the cure?
I shot method that someone had madeup in there top drawer for 2 days. Ten minutes after i done it my eyes started going sideways and i hit.the.floor couldnt look up or walk i puked for 3 days scared to go to Er but 4th day ambulance came n got.me they said only thing they find is low blood sugar feed me n realeased me i still get real dizzy n feel sick if i walk far or fast what is it? | Hi Thanks for using Health Care Magic Forum, There is no need to be panic. You have recovered from hypoglycemic attacks , Remember Do not Go in to hypoglysemic/hyperglysemic Level in future too. My Advise is to purchace a portable Blood Glucometer as they are cheap nowadays and it could save your life. It is not adviced to take Sugar during this attack without noting Blood sugar level. Therefore Kindly do simple test before suffering from attack as it prevent low blood sugar level. Take Healthy diet and Check for Hemoglobin to prevent giddiness due to anemia. Consult doctor for every 3months and be free of disease. I Hope I Provided Useful Information. Do ask Furthur Questions to help You get well soon. Regards Dr.J.Kingson John David | |
Suggest treatment for prolonged heart pain
Hi. I am 21 years old , male . I've been having heart pain for a long time , about 3 years , But it's been like 3 weeks that it is serious and I feel my heart is getting like stone and my body does not fit me . I went to doctor and experiments are fine . But I do not think I am fine . I have many problems with my body these days . Like all the time I am feeling sleepy and my head spins around . | Hey, it is rare to have a coronary disease at your age. There are a lot of causes of chest pain. Consider doing tests like 2D echo, TMT. Costochondritis (inflammation of joint between bone and cartilage of chest) is also one of the very common causes of chest pain. You just need pain killers for that. | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late periods? | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they should arrive. If not, then you can safely opt for a progesterone withdrawal to resume menses. For further information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Is there any natural way for treating acne at home ?
im a 17 years old guy .. and acne covers all my face ,, ,,the problem is that i cant stop masturbating .. :/ .. plz help me remove the acne in any way at home :/ | hi who has told u to stop masturbation. it has no effect on acne so dont worry it is due to hormonal effect . u need to take care of ur face. dont popped or pick the pimple u need to apply clindamycin and other cream over face wash ur face 3-4 times a day better to consult dermatologist avoid oily and spicy food | |
Had spontaneous ICB front lobal, seizures. MRI scan shows dissipated blood. Taking Phenytoin. How to stop medicine?
i am 25 and 3 weeks ago suffered a spontaneous icb front lobal, i had 2 seizures whilst being treated by paramedics , once hospitalised i had numerous cat scans and awaiting a mri scan once the remaining blood has disapated, i am currently taking phenytoin 300mg once a day and would like to come off this drug. i have suffered no sezures since the initial 2 i had when the the bleed occured | hi, dont be hasty to stop the drug phenytoin , it will take time for clearence of the clot, and there could be reoccurance of bleeding once the clot is gone, phenytoin you should continue till your doctor advises to stop. If seizure occurs again, you may get another head injury and bleeding, and the condition is repeated. thank you. | |
Q. What causes high platelet count in a baby?
Hello doctor, My 12 months old baby girl got high platelet in her anemia blood test. Hemoglobin and WBC are normal, her platelet was 1170. After three days we made a test again and got the result 960. What can I do now, baby is fine. No unusual symptoms. Sometimes, she gets cold and fever but that is normal I guess. Is there anything to worry? | Hello. Your child's liver, spleen and lymph nodes should be palpated to check for any enlargement, if present. The thrombocytosis is usually considered reactive when decreasing with the time. Your child's platelet reduces in three days so mostly it will be reactive secondary high platelet for which no specific treatment needed. But you need to repeat your child's CBC again after one week. If after one week it remains high, then you should consult hematologist or pediatrician for detailed evaluation as per my opinion. | |
Suggest treatment for knee pain
Hi. I am 16 years old and my knee has been hurting since i was about 12 years old. Back then it was only hurting when it was touched, then it started just aching whenever i bent it, which started half a year ago. Then just this morning, i was walking around my house, and it just started hurting whenever i put weight on it. I am scared to do physical activity because i think i might injure it. I am 6 foot one inch and still growing, so could it just be my body getting used to my height as i am growing, or is it something serious i should be concerned about. I am very athletic, and do 3 sports, so my knee is very important to me. please write back | Hi, As mentioned in the history you are into sports every now and then did you develop any injury of the knee in any of the sports? Because if any injury occurred it needs to physically examined and an MRI knee is suggested to see if any soft tissue injury is happening. For time being, until you meet up and orthopedist or take a call for MRI I would suggest you try knee muscle strengthening exercises and also reverse walking. Focus the exercises more over the knee muscles . Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist | |
High AST, ALT levels, pregnant. Hepatitis-B test negative. History of pre-eclampsia. Causes for elevated levels?
Hello, Im 35 and 13 weeks pregnant. My ALT/AST levels were 79 and 37 last week. 2 months ago they were very well under the normal range. I have a history of Pre-eclampsia and HELLP syndrome and I also tested negative for Hepatitis B . I got the Flu 2 months ago. Could that have increased the levels? Will diet make a difference | Hi and thanks for the query, the past history of pre eclampsia and HELLP syndrome are very important to be signaled to your treating obstetrician. This exposes you certainly to a higher probability of having the same symptoms in subsequent pregnancies, demanding a more keener followup. Raised ASAT and ALAT early in pregnancy in this case are not very surprising and require a very keen follow up. Drugs not prescribed by your physician should highly be avoided. The flu certainly cannot be responsible for raised ASAT/ALAT levels 2 months later. A keen liver function test, blood pressure, kidney function and ultrasound monitoring are keys issues in the followup. I suggest you comply to the prescriptions of your obstetrician and never fail to signal any abnormal feelings in case they do come up. Thanks and best regards, Luchuo, MD. | |
Suggest treatment for a painful lump on the tailbone
I have a rather large painful lump on the right side of tailbone. It started out as a small painless bruise the size of an eraser two weeks ago. I simply forgot all about it. Now I woke up to pain on the right side and reached to feel the area and there is an orange sized lump that is causing me pain while siting, bending and walking. I am having pain in my right leg. Last year I had an epidural done in the area of my tailbone. Could this be an issue..or related? | Hi,Dear,Good Mornig.Thanks for your query to my HCM-virtual clinic.AFter indepth study of your query,I understand your concerns.In my opinion-diagnosis -is -Bruised boil with abscess on tail bone?or a pilonidal abscess ? or may be-Peri-anal abscess.Pain in right leg is due to the irritation by inflammation , leading to Sciatic neuritis.Treatment-is 1-Consult a ER-Surgeon-Investigate for Diabetes with fbs/pps and if it there start anti-diabetics , 1-a-Start Tb NSAIDs,b-start Antibiotics.ONce the swelling is calmed down then,Excision with debridment of the infected mass needs to be done ASAP.Epidural done last year has no chance of it cause and has no connection with this tail bone painful swelling on its rt.side.Hope this would relieve your worrysome query.Wellcome to HCM for more queries. | |
Can change in milk cause runny stool for a 7 months old?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I started my 7 month old on follow on milk about 4 days ago, for the last 3 dats stool has been runny with some soft formed stool. Is this due to the change and if so why? Thanks | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic.Milk is not the reason for this diarrhea.It seems your kid is having viral diarrhoea. Once it starts it will take 5-7 days to completely get better. Unless the kid's having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry.I suggest you use zinc supplements (Z&D drops 1ml once daily for 14 days) & ORS (Each small packet mixed in 200ml of potable water and keep giving sip by sip) as hydration is very important and crucial part of treatment. If there is vomiting you can use Syrup Ondansetron (as prescribed by your paediatrician).Regarding diet - You can use cerelac...any flavour will do. Avoid fruit juices as they might aggravate diarrhea. You can give zinc supplements & ORS apart from normal vegetarian porridges & soups.Regards - Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed)., | |
How are cold sores and fever blisters caused post neck surgery relieved?
I had surgery on my neck 4 weeks ago and since then have been experiencing dry, chapped lips that have not gotten better. I have been religious with applying lip moisturizers (and chap stick like products when at work), but they don t seem to do much. Now I am getting cold sores/fever blisters and they are painful and sensitive to food and drink. I have never had anything like this before and am wondering what I should do to turn this around and get back to normal. Thank you, Barbara Olson | Hello, I have studied your case.dryness could be due to side effects of medication post surgery.There can be allergic condition leading to fever and blister.You can start medicine your treating doctor.Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.Take care | |
Q. Will irregular paleo diet result in low vitamin D and B12 levels?
Hi doctor, This is for my husband. On Saturday, he had a master health check-up and a few values are not good. I would like to hear your opinion on those. He is 35 years old. His weight is 71.9 kg and height is 168 cm. The abnormal values are as follows: 1) Serum globulin 4.2 gm/dl - High (normal range 2-3.5). 2) T4 - 11.46 ug/ml - High (normal 4.6 - 10.5) whereas T3 and TSH are normal. 3) Vitamin D - 9.65 (low). 4) Serum HDL 34.9 (low) other triglycerides and LDL values are normal. 5) Vitamin B12 - 144 (low) (normal 180-914). Also, I attached his ECG where it was mentioned unconfirmed report. Please check and let me know the outcome of the report. He is an athlete who is active in a cycling race, running and swimming. But, he was out of the sport for one year and hence gained weight around 75 kg from 68 kg. Now, again he reduced 4 kg in the last three months. But he is following bad diet plans such as paleo one week, intermittent for the next week, proper balanced normal food for one week. Hence, I am really worried about his health. | Hi. I feel his low vitamin B12 levels may be linked to his paleo diet, which can be deficient in legumes, nuts (which are beneficial for the heart). He need not be so fastidious about the diet, I feel and vitamin B12 can be got from dairy products, eggs, fish, and chicken. His low Vitmain D levels are almost very prevalent in Indians, and basically this can be rectified by more outdoor activity, and if need 60,000 units of D-rise once per week for six weeks. His HDL levels are low and although his LDL (bad cholesterol levels) are also low, I would recommend daily exercise (half an hour daily) to boost HDL levels. His isolated High T4 levels, mean you need to check for a thyroid goiter and possibly do a thyroid scan, but it could also be linked to high globulin levels. Isolated high globulins need work up too, possibly disorders of immunity or rare disease like multiple myeloma (possibly consult a hematologist). I hope this helps. | |
Suggest treatment for the leg cramp
Hi Ive been suffering with bad leg cramp on my right leg all night also my skin on my leg hurts to touch when I touch it its like a sting I have no rash or anything it just very sore an am not sure why it hashhappened I also suffer with blurry vision an serious head ake flowwing the blurry vision can you help me out on this on thanks | Hello,I have studied your case and I think you need to see a neurologist or a spine surgeon. Such numbness is suggestive of nerve compression in the back or vitamin b 12 deficiency. In such cases you need to take blood serum level of B 12 and MRI of the spine. It will tell use if there is disc herniating or not. If yes then it should be taken care of. I hope this answer will be useful for you.Let me know if there is any other followup questions.thanks | |
What to do for stress anxiety?
Hi there, I am a 26 year old female with severe anxiety. I have a stressful job, in school full-time, a great relationship but with a man who has a lot of baggage (custody battle and horrible ex-wife). I am finding myself wanting to cry for virtually everything and I have become hypersensitive and over-analyze everything from my job to my relationship to how I acted in front of my boyfriend s parents and I am basically just going through the motions to get through the day. I have been prescribed Lexparo but never took it before since I didn t want to change my personality or be heavily medicated or change who I am. My bf was on it for 2 years and loved it as it helped him make better decisions and equal weight to all situations that gave him anxiety. I am hoping for the same for me, so two days ago I have started taking Lexapro (breaking the 10 mgs down to 2.5mgs) so I am not taking a lot as I do not want to suffer major side effects such as acne, weight gain, insomnia and lack of sex drive. What do you reccomend? Is that okay to just be taking 2.5mgs or what should I do? Thank you, Shannon | Hello,Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query.I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through.From what you have stated it is quite clear that you are having a depressive episode. Depression can occur with regular stress and it can also occur biologically without any stress as well. You need proper treatment for the same. 2.5 mg of escitalopram wont be effecive for you and its as good as not taking any treatment. You certainly need to upgrade the dose uptil 10mg. There are various effective therapies for depression like fluoxetine, venlafaxine, bupropion, mirtazapine or escitalopram and they are all very effective and mostly safe. You may also require some benzodiazepines like clonazepam or lorazepam for a short period like 2-3 weeks to reduce the anxiety and help with your sleep. If you are averse to the drug therapies then there is also an option of cognitive behavioural therapy. This therapy is taken by either a psychologist or a psychiatrist in which the therapist identifies impaired cognitions (Thoughts) and try to correct them. They are 15-20 min weekly session and there should be around 8-10 sessions to help you with your illness.Hope I am able to answer your concerns.If you have any further query, I would be glad to help you.In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below mentioned link:bit.ly/dr-srikanth-reddy | |
Q. Due to excessive sweating flies are always around me. Kindly help.
Hello doctor, I am suffering from a sweating problem. Due to this problem, flies are around me. I am so shamefully in place. I bath every day two times by soap, and I clean my private parts also. But I do not understand why to create this problem. Even if I do less work, like walking sweat problem arises. Please help. | Hello. I understand your concern. Your problem can be due to excess sweat or a particular smell which comes in the sweat of some patients, which is known as bromhidrosis. You can use the following medicines to help you, 1. 5 % Benzoyl peroxide soap, leave the lather for 10 minutes and wash off. Use for bathing once a day. 2. Clindamycin 1 % gel for local application once a day. | |
Terrible taste in mouth after crown replaced. Can be due to sinus?
I had a crown that was only two years old break off and it was completely replaced. Ever since I had the new one put back on......I have a terrible taste in my mouth( and I worry about bad breath)...especially when I chew gum on that tooth. The dentist said he couldn't find anything. I go to the dentist evry six months for a check up. Could it be from my sinuses? My sinuses don't seem to hurt though, although once when I ate a jellybean I almost went through the ceiling with pain....just for a fraction of a second. | Hi,Thanks for asking the query,Bad breath can be because of sinuses, respitory tract infections, tongue coatings, food lodgement. decayed broken tooth, GIT disturbances.I would suggest you to go for complete physical and dental examination.Go for complete mouth scaling and polishing.Clean the tongue with a soft bristle toothbrush, brush twice daily.Take complete balanced diet, drink plenty of water and keep yourself hydrated.Hope you find this as helpful,Regards... | |
Is it likely for concussion to last over a period of time?
i hit my head about a 3 weeks ago, quite hard on a glass shower door, on my forehead above my eye, i did not knock my self out but went to the hospital a week later and was diagnosed with concussion still. I now have a dent there and still feel like i have concussion. | I read your question carefully and I understand your concern.It is unclear though what do you mean by feeling to have a concussion, what symptoms do you have to make you think that. The presence of the dent is not indicative of concussion, it is an external manifestation, doesn't provide any information on what is happening inside the brain.Speaking in general it is possible for concussion symptoms like headache, fatigue, lack of concentration, sleeping difficulties etc to last for several weeks even months. To say whether that is your case though as I said you should provide more information.I remain at your disposal for other questions. | |
How to treat kidney stones?
hello sirI am Harjinder singh (age 22). I am suffering from stonesleft kidney has stones of size 2,3,4.5 & 7 mm near lower pole and 2.5 mm near upper pole & ureatic stone of size about 5.5 mm in its lower part>Right kidney shows grade 1hydronephrosis & stone of size about 6.5mm near upper pole and 6 mm near lower pole & ureatic stone of size about 7.5mm in its upper part.>what is the treatment and what are the precautions.with regards Harjinder Singh | treatment for stones under 6mm that aren't causing obstruction is to wait and let it pass on its own while providing supportive treatment to patient such as intramuscular analgesics for pain that is severe and antibiotics in case of infection. treatment for stones above 6mm is shock wave lithotripsy or surgery. in your case there are multiple stones that need to be removed bilaterally. the best approach would be to try shock wave and pass a Stent which would allow for the passage of stones. in case of failure more open surgical approach would be needed. besides multiple calculi means you might have a blood disorder that is causing formation of stones. after passage or removal of stones, send them for analysis and you would need some dietary modification depending on what it turns out to be | |
Child. Vitiligo. Skin irritation and redness after ayurvedic treatment. No help from creams and homeopathic treatment. Can comelite cream be used?
Hello, I am a mother of a child who is suffering from vitiligo from the last 3 years. I had shown her to a renowned dermatologists at the starting of this disease. he prescribed Bonza strong and tacrolimus and then gave some ultra light, then after some day he started the excimer light which has further escalate the problem. i stopped going there.I switched to homeopathy for 2 years but to no avail. then some family members suggested me to go for ayurved.the doctor gave pigmento tablets and cosmelite cream to apply but this cream had done a lot of skin irritation and redness. I just want to ask that is comelite can be used on vitiligo patients. And please show me some way to get rid of this disease from my small daughter. | Hello and welcome to HCM,Vitiligo may occur in number of conditions like primary vitiligo due to autoimmunity and associated with other disease conditions like Chediak Higashi syndrome, Hermansky Pudlack syndrome, etc.However, the history is does not suggest any other associated any other disease process.The disease process is msot commonly autoimmune.Since, the disease is autoimmune, drugs modulating the immune system need to be used.If you are nor satisfied with your previous dermatologist, consult a more experienced and preferable specialist for pigmentary disorders.Steroids and immune modulating drugs are the main stay of treatment.Thanks and take careDr Shailja P Wahal | |
What could cause UTI?
I had UTI 3 weeks ago and was ordered to repeat urinalysis after my antibiotics. Bacteria and pus gone but now had RBC +1 in my urine which has increased to +3 after 2 weeks. My KUB ultrasound result is OK, no stones nor abnormal findings. What could be the cause? I have also undergone hysterectomy a year ago. so, could that be the cause? | Thank you for the query.I would like to know your age, whether you have any associated comorbidities like Diabetes Mellitus and also whether you are on a any Hormone replacement therapy (since you have undergone hysterectomy). Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) can arise due to a number of causes. Since you have undergone Hysterectomy, you are in a surgical post menopausal state. The vaginal area becomes dry in this situation and hence bacterial multiplication can lead to UTI. Hormone replacement therapy may have some protective effect (provided you don't have other contraindications)Diabetes mellitus (increased blood sugar) may lead to frequent UTI. Hence, it is advisable to get your blood sugar (Fasting and post prandial) checked, if you haven't got them tested yet.KUB USG may not always reveal stones, specially small ones (X-ray KUB may be more useful in this regard). I would also like to know whether the residual urinary volume (RUV) was done during your USG. Increased RUV may be a reason for recurrent UTI.I would advise you to drink plenty of fluid and maintain personal hygiene. Avoid using any type of pain-killers. If not done you can get a Urine culture done, which may reveal the organism responsible (so that you can take targeted antibiotics) and get your renal function test done. If there is any irregularity, you should contact your physician for further check up and advise.Hope this help you. | |
Suggest treatment for really bad hip pain
Hi, I have had really bad hip flexor pain especially my left hip since last june. I went to a doctor in April after it did not go away and an xray showed that my growth plate is not all the way in and the doc said once I m done growing the pain should go away so just to deal with it. However, I can t do anything- walking, running, even sleeping on my bed hurts. I used to run a lot- 5 miles every other day and lived a very active lifestyle but now I can t do anything. I will try ANYTHING for it to go away. Any suggestions? Thank you | hi,thank-you for providing the brief history of you.As you have this pain and troubling your routine activity I will advice you to undergo physical therapy. As by proper training to the muscle and the other movements things can be corrected with great benefits.In my clinical practice most patients respond well to physical therapy and regain the freedom of life.regardsJay Indravadan Patel | |
Suggest remedy for mood swings in pregnancy
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... my daughter 34 weeks and experiencing mixed emotions some days she eats well and another not the mid-wife says its turned and getting ready. The male mid-wife said she would be monitored over the next four weeks what do you think? | Hi dear, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.Slight mood swings are common in pregnancy, especially in the third trimester.However, if the condition is severe and affecting the daily routine and diet, then she should consult a psychiatrist and get appropriate treatment.Hope you found the answer helpful.Wishing you good health.Dr Deepti Verma | |
Asked to stop Ginet while on treatment for lymphoma, suffer depression, low mood, abnormal vaginal bleeding. Will it go away ?
hi there/ I have just started taking Ginet 84 again after about two years. my Gynecologist told me to stop taking it when i was being treated for non hyodgkind lymphoma. recently i have been suffering from deprestion and low mood especially when pre menstrual. i asked my doctor if i could go back on ginet 84 and now i am. i have had abnormal viginal bleeding for the last week i dont know weather to stop taking it or to wait and see if it goes away. i have been sick with the flu also...twice since i started it on the 30th of july | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. Ginet ,ingredients are cyproterone +estradiol and side effects of these two drugs mental depression. alopecia, hirsutism ( if use for prolong may develops endometrial carcinoma). Similarly cyproterone is not fit for you because it develops following side effects,galacorreha, benign nodules, alterations in hair patterns, fatigue , breathlessness, weight change ( gain or loss). More or less this (ginet ) also develops dependence as seems in your case. Now stop this drug and consult your doctor and get his opinion & treatment . Good luck. Dr. HET | |
What is the treatment of lump on left testicular ?
Hi, i have a fairly big squishy lump on my left testicular, this gives me no pain, I just want to know what this is, i have been doing my kegel exercises & i masturbate roughly everyday after them, has this an affect on the squishy lump on my left testicular? thank you so much. | HI. First of remember masturbation and kegel exercises has nothing to do with the testicular swelling.This is an altogether different problem. The best way to get a proper diagnosis is consult an Urologist for a clinical/ physical examination and to undergo a test called ultrasound examination.The treatment will solely depend upon the diagnosis hence made. | |
Suggest treatment for PVCs
Gallbladder out in june of 2010 but before had been on 80 mg of simvistatin and everything was hurting when I stopped the med everything went back to normal, except my upper right pain under my ribs. have been on ranitidine for couple of years, could it be that. but also after stopping the simvistatin my pain in URQ radiates to by back bone, now have pvcs that I never had and just feel horrible most of the time. Have I been poisoned or should I try stopping the ranitidine ? | Hi, I understand your concern and would explain that your symptoms are not related to Ranitidine. You should know that the pain can lead to PVCs or high blood pressure values. Coming to this point, I would recommend consulting with your attending physician for a physical exam and some tests in order to investigate for the possible causes underlying your complaints: - A resting ECG and cardiac ultrasound - A chest X-ray study - Fibrogastroscopy for gastritis or ulcer - Kidney and liver function tests - Amylase and lipase plasma levels for possible pancreatitis - A cervico-thoracic spine X-ray study. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist | |
On chemo for prostate cancer. Got croaky voice. Prescribed Piriton. Voice normal. How long should it be taken?
I am having chemo for prostate cancer . I started to lose my voice and what voice I did have was very croaky. My Doc prescribed piriton to be taken at night time but didn t explane how it would help my voice.. Almost immediately my voice returned to normal, but he did not suggest for how long I should continue with the piriton. Any guidance would be appreciated. | Hi, Piriton is chlorpheniramine maleate ( antihistaminic) acts as anti allergic. Probably your voice get worsened due to laryngeal edema which has subsided on piriton use. If your symptoms are controlled you may discontinue the drug as long term benefit is unlikely. Anyway you should consult your treating doctor in this issue. | |
Suffer from sleep apnea, memory loss. Any treatment?
My wife is 63 years old. She is showing signs of memory loss . We visited a nuerolgist and she said, that because she Sleep apnia she is experiencing memory loss. She doesn t believe it is the cause and won t take the treatment that was perscribed by the doctor. I am not sure it is either. She is sleeping 12 to 14 hours a day. Every time she wakes up her memory seems to be getting worse. Tonight she forget she wasfeeding the dogs 15 minutes after she feed them. She asked me we were having for dinner. I told her there wa lasagne in the frig. 5 minutes after I told her this she asked me what we were aving for dinner again. I feel so helpless. | Hello gsmithsiphone Welcome to HCM Sleep Apnea is abnormal cessation of breathing followed by disturbance in sleep, individual wakes and then resumes the sleep. It may be Central Sleep Apnea and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Basically it causes multiple awakening in night and non refreshing sleep. Individual become lethargic, irritable due to the poor sleep. It is due to poor sleep he may have day time sleepiness and poor attention and concentration, which may cause memory impairment. But as you have mentioned your wife is 63 years old, and she is experiencing impairment in Immediate Memory, basically in registration and recall. Immediate memory loss is classically seen in Dementias most likely in Alzheimer's dementia. So individual with this disorder tend to forget day to day things, he may have intact past memory but immediate memory is affected most. As per my opinion kindly visit a good Psychiatrist and take opinion. Thanks, Take Care. | |
Q. I have a painless lump in throat at palatoglossal arch. Could it be cancer?
Hello doctor, I am a 23-year-old male. I have been feeling a lump in my throat for quite some time now. Upon inspection, I found it is located on the palatoglossal arch on the base of the tongue. It is painless and does not cause any problem while swallowing food or liquid but there is a feeling of irritation sometimes. I quit smoking for four years now and consume alcohol moderately. I have attached the pictures of the lump, I am afraid it is cancerous. | Hello. I have seen the pictures. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The growth is just a small salivary gland papilla. Your symptoms seem to be due to reflux laryngitis and not due to the growth. I will be give the treatment for reflux laryngitis but if you have any symptoms like postnasal drip, nose block, or headache in the morning, please revert back. Treatment for reflux: 1) Avoid spicy and very hot food items and dairy products. 2) Drink plenty of water. 3) Take dinner at least two hours prior to your sleep. 4) Tablet Pan 40 (Pantoprazole) twice daily on an empty stomach for one week. 5) Do not do gargling. | |
Q. What is the risk of HIV when vaginal fluid comes in contact with the base of penis?
Dear doctor,I had protected vaginal sex (with little lube) with a prostitute. Although the condom did not break or tear, I feel there could have been some vaginal secretions from her. Since it was my first time, I did not last long and released early, but there was no leakage from the condom, which is how I confirmed there is no tear. But, the entire condom does not cover my penis, which worried me if some tiny secretion could have entered into the condom. There are no cuts or sores around my penis area. Forgive my frankness, but does moist nipple mean anything related to HIV? Also, what are the chances for, if there were any vaginal secretions near the penis base, on wiping (using a tissue) is it possible for the virus to enter through the penis? I am sorry for asking such a long question, but this was my first experience, and what happens next will decide my fate. I am willing to take the test, but I think I need to wait for the three-month window period right? Please advise doctor. | Hello. I have noted your concern. If the condom was of a proper size and well-fitted, there is no chance of vaginal fluids going inside from the base. Therefore, a protected vaginal sex is safe as far as risk of HIV is concerned. Yes, a rapid HIV screening test is considered reliable and conclusive after a window period of three months. Regards. For more information consult an HIV AIDS specialist online --> | |
Q. What can be the reason for sudden uneasiness and weakness?
Hi doctor, A 44 year old woman, suddenly felt uneasiness and weakness. Her BP was measured and the reading was 141/96. She weighs 55 kg, non-diabetic, no previous history of dyslipidemia and she is quite active. What investigations should be done immediately? And how to proceed? | Hello. Well, a single episode with the symptoms of uneasiness and weakness is most of the times nonspecific or due to a mild anxiety attack. If such is the case you should not be worried about it. But, if such episodes are frequent and comes repeatedly, then definitely it should be thoroughly investigated. Though her BP (blood pressure) is slightly on the higher side, it is not as high as to cause sudden onset and prolonged uneasiness. To be on the safer side, I would like to suggest her very mild antihypertensive and anxiolytic for a short duration. But before that, I would like you to get few investigations done on empty stomach and let me know the reports. Another important factor to consider for her is that it may also be related to menopause, which can lead to hormonal disturbances, anxiety, uneasiness, hot flushes, mood disturbances and intolerance to mild/moderate heat and cold. So, kindly let me know about any recent changes in her menstrual cycles, so that I can evaluate that aspect too. Revert back with the investigation reports to a general medicine physician online --> | |
Will taking prednisone suffice to treat asthmatic bronchitis and body cramps?
I m having frequent foot and leg and hand cramps almost daily for a couple of weeks. I ve been on prednisone for asthmatic bronchitis and double pneumonia since Dec. 8. What could be the cause, please? I suspect my potassium is low. A possibility? | Hi,Yes. Commonly low potassium, dehydration, low calcium and also low protein level can cause leg and hand cramps. Prednisone if you are using tablet can cause fluid retention and also vary calcium metabolism. So Get checked to these serum electrolyte levels and if abnormal replenish them. Use plenty of fluids.For asthmatic bronchitis prefer inhalers than oral tablets.Hope this helps you.Regards | |
Suggest treatment for a hard lump in the face
My newborn baby has a hard blue lump under the skin of her face. Could this lump be cancerous? She is red all over her body and she is highly constipated. Her tummy is painful to the touch. Could this all be symptoms of cancer in a baby? She was born with the lump and its about 2mm in diameter. My husband and I both have a history of cancer in our family. | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. She may have hemangioma or other vascular tumour. You should go for examination. If needed go for ultrasound study. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you 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. | |
Is sea diving safe post steroid treatment ?
Hi, I am 24 years old and had membranous glomerulonephritis completed treatment with steriod and antihypertensives. Now taking only "Diovan" no problems any more.I am planning to attend a deep sea diving ciurse. Is there any problems or limitation with my condition? Thank you | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Taking steroids causes reversible side effects like weakness and increased tendency to fall sick. It is important to have a complete evaluation of your general health including blood counts to know if your immunity is good and to confirm the absence of infections. Considering deep sea diving, a depth of more than 80 to 100 feet is to be undertaken only after getting examined and taking a fitness permit from your doctor.Diovan contains valsartan and this is a good anti hypertensive medicine. People who have high blood pressure require a medical fitness permit from the doctor.In conclusion, a general health examination and medical fitness permit is required which you can get from your doctor attached to the deep sea diving institute. Please take precautions when diving deeper than 80 to 100 feet under water. Please do not worry. | |
Severe lower back pain causing painful movements, pain in abdominal region, nausea, shortness of breath. Cause?
Hi. Yesterday morning I woke up with severe lower back pain to the point where I was having discomfort making any movement at all. I m a healthy 18 year old, and I thought maybe this back pain was menstrual cramps but it s nearly 4 in the morning right now and I am having the same sharp pains in my abdominal region, below my belly button. I feel nauseous and I m having shortness of breath because it is so painful to breathe. | Hello Dear and thanks for the query Your pain can be due to a renal colic or Infection of the GI track like Appendicitis. You need to go to the ER and get some test done like Complete blood count and sonography of abdomen. You can take some anti-spasmodic drugs like dicylcomine to reduce the pain. Analgesic drugs like Ibuprofen also help if anti-spasmodic is not available. Keep yourself hydrated and take only light and fresh food. Avoid all type of fatty and oily food products. If vomiting continues than stop orally and go to the ER immediately. Hope this will help you. Best Wishes | |
Do I have internal bleeding in my hip or back ?
hi there i have had a motorbikecrash in the last few days and fell onto my hip and then slid along the road scraping my arm and shoulder . they are fine but my hip is still in a lot of pain and has started throbbing, there are also some marks around the big red area that look like stretch marks . i have not vomitted blood but i am worried about internal bleeding . my back has begun to hurt today as well. i am in laos at the moment so the nearest hospital is in thailand,it onlyhappened two days ago and will be there in a week. is it worth going to the hospital to get checked? | Welcome to Healthcare MagicGood DayThe pain, redness and throbbing sensation is due to possible soft tissue injury like the skin, subcutaneous tissue. You need to get an X-ray of the Pelvis to confirm. Are you able to pass urine normally, no blood in urine. If you had internal bleeding you would have gone faint and cold skin. You need to go to the Hospitally as early as you can ideally but for now avoid riding bike. Take help while walking. If you have any tingling and numbness of your feet you must rush to the Hospital. Drink plenty of water. Eat protein rich diet. Take Tablet Acetaminophen/Paracetamol 500mg three times a day over food for pain relief. Get examined by the Doctor as soon as you can. | |
Suggest remedy for stomach problem
Hi, I have a son of 1.5 yrs old and he is having stomach problem. teething is also occuring but he doesnt like to eat anything and does poty after every meal. what can i do as becoz of this he will grow weak his weight is 11.5 kgs & height is approx 82 cm | Hi.... your kids height and weight of normal for this age.I take this opportunity to tell you certain scientific facts and relieve your distress - 1. An active is a well kid even if she/ he is not eating well. 2. Development of a kid is as important as or I would say even more important than growth alone.3. As the kids grow their interest in food decreases and interest in play activities increases so that they eat small quantity and run away to play. As parents we need to be more patient and feed than less quantity but more aliquots per day.4. This age rather than the quantity of the food I suggest you concentrate more on the number of times you feed her and also make whatever you feed her calorie dense by adding good amount of ghee to it.5. I suggest you not to use appetite stimulants on long run as they may cause drowsiness.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Suggest treatment for leg pain
I tried water skiing last Sunday and I did the splits most if the time when I fell. Now the pain is so bad where I did the splits it hurts to walk! Do you have any suggestions on how I can ease the pain? I work thirds and it almost makes my job impossible to do! | Ouch, that sounds painful. Sorry to hear about the pain. Based on your symptoms, the cause is likely due to a muscle strain or pull in the adductor muscles of your thigh ( groin muscles). This is a common injury when you have a fall in the position in which you have fallen. Your best bet at this point is to stretch the area regulalry, holding each strecth for 15-30 seconds and performing this as much as possible during your waking hours. I would also suggest using a Over the counter anti-inflammatory such as aleve or ibuprofen. In the next few days you should use more regulalry and then you can gradually stop using these. If the pain persists for longer than a week, I suggest you go to your primary care and have a full evaluation to rule out things such as a hernia, hip fracture, or hip labaral injury. I hope this helps and i hope you feel better soon. | |
Does hair loss and severe pain in the leg indicate cancer?
Hello, my name is Mary. I am 39 years old. I have had a history in my family of cancer on my mothers side. I worry a lot, and in this situation maybe I am worrying for nothing, but in all honesty I am scared. My legs hurt so bad all I can do is rock and rub them and cry. It starts in my shins and goes all through my legs. I get terrible headaches. My scalp always feel sore and it hurts too much. Constant headaches, even light makes me sick, and I am losing clumps of hair on a regular basis. Could it be that I have some type of cancer? | Hi,Thanks for writing in.It is important to know proper details about cancer in your family and how many relatives had it. Pain in the legs and tiredness can be due to generalized weakness and anxiety. Cancer is not one condition but a group of many conditions involving uncontrolled proliferative cells in various organs. Your headache might also be due to anxiety.Highly suspicious common symptoms of cancer are a swelling that is painful or painless of recent appearance and growing fast, fever, loss of weight, generalized weakness, vomiting, blood in stools, sudden change in bowel habit.If you want to get peace of mind concerning you having cancer then please approach a cancer screening clinic at any cancer hospital and inform them about cancer history in your family and get the important relevant cancer screening tests done. | |
How long would it take to conceive after stopping depo provea?
I stop taking depo provea august23,14 it is now november12,14 I knw it is syill early but will iever conceive and how long will it take me to conceive and is there something I can use to boost my hormone levels being that I was on the depo for 11years | hello madam. you have taken depo povera for quite a long time now. 11yersis quite a long time. but it does not stop you from getting pregnant. however, it might take some time, ranging from several months to even more than a year. it also depends on how old you are now. it will be helpful to se a gynaecologist and run a few tests to be sure your system is functioning ok. I wish you all the best | |
Can native remedies be used with usual medicines for seizures?
My daughter has seizures. She is 44 and on Dilantin, Vimpat, Lamitcal, Gabitril. My question is this. I have found some native remedies call Epi-Still and Triple complex calm tonic that claim to help seizures. Will this remedies harm the Dilantin levels? | U can use some homeo or ayurveda prepaaration but do not stop allopathy.suffen discontinuation of allo wd cause rebound seizures. | |
What causes pain in neck/head while on medication for asthma?
i am having regular coughing for the last 15 days. I am suffering from asthma.. whenever i sneeze/cough , my heartbeat rises and i have a huge problem breathing ...i do not smoke..right now i am also having huge pain in my neck/head... i dont know what to do ... i am under the medication of asthalin 2mg | Hi, The pain may be due to muscular over activity for coughing. During coughing or sneezing due to sympathetic activity and the reason behind cough may be bronchial construction and sneezing due to irritation in the respiratory tract. These are possibilities due to asthma. Continue asthalin as required and better to start controller therapy like inhalation steroid or montelukast which will prevent the symptoms to occur. Hope this helps you. Regards | |
Can zoloft cause more anxiety and depression even on a lower dose?
Can zoloft cause more anxiety and depression even on a lower dose. Also can it effect how well Valium works in your body. I have been on zoloft and valiun for over a year, but with no results. Is there a medication that can keep you calmer and more relaxed. Thank YOU | HiThanks for using healthcare magicZoloft is a very good antidepressant and has good effect on anxiety or depression. At low dose, it would not show good effect. Effective dose of zoloft is more than 100mg. In case, your dose is less than 100mg, then you should ask your psychiatrist to increase the dose upto 200mg per day rather than to shift to another antidepressant.Thanks | |
What causes chest area pains persistently?
hello my name is joshua mckeon i am 24 years old 5'10" 160lbs as of right now this very moment i am having chest pains directly over my heart area i actualy think it is my heart hurting, this has been going on for about four years and it has been happening every 2 months or so now for the past week it has been happening every day about every 3 hours it is like sharp stabbing pains could this be seriouse do i need to see a doctor in person | Hello dearWarm welcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query in details .* This intensity of persistent pain has many possible reasons as - valvular dysfunction - ventricular issues - conduction defects - others .* Needs immediate attention with your family doctor to get an EKG and manage precisely .Hope this will surely help .Wishing you fine recovery .Feel free to ask any further doubts .Regards . | |
What causes red and rough skin on the scrotum?
hello.. im an indian boy... and my scrotum is having some peeling skin type things on it.. and when i touch it, it really pains.. it has also turned red and rough... when i try to peel of the skin, it burns and it is very painful... what should i do, please help me... | HiWelcome.I have gone through your query.An examination is required to exactly say what it is. Do not peel the skin, it increases the chance of secondary infection. It might be due to friction. Avoid wearing tight under garment and use loose cotton underwear. It is better to get yourself examined by doctor to know what it is.Hope this helps.Take care | |
What causes a dark brown discharge during periods?
I had my period 3 days late and it was different at first I didnt even know I was on I didnt bleed at first just a blood clot came out. Then I had it like usual. Then the day after it ended for two days I had VERY dark brown discharge. My period looked orangeish. It has been a week since my period and I am still very emotional last night I was watching a comedy and bursted out in to tears for no reason. I have been crazy emotional. I have been making problems out of nothing. Idk whats wronge with me. A few weeks ago I got a really bad migrane and threw up. I was terribly nauseated. | Hello dearUnderstand your concern.I think it is due to delyed period because of hormonal imbalnceConsult the gynecologist for better treatmentFollowing are the causes of your problem:Excessive stress, Vaginal/pelvic infections, Hormonal imbalance, Dysfunction of ovary/PCOS, Uterine fibroid, Adenomyosis, Thyroid problem, endometriosis, Pelvic inflammatory disease, Contraceptive pills usedSo I think yous should consult doctor.Do the following test1. Blood test: FSH, LH, Estrogen, progesterone, HCG, Thyroid hormone, ESR, CBC, Blood clotting abnormality2. Pelvic examination3. PAP smear4. USG5. HysteroscopyTake restMaintain hygieneAvoid stress and start relaxation exercise.Hope this may help youWish you good healthBest regardsDr. Sagar | |
Is Censpram and Glycomet effective for treatment of parkinson s disease?
My husband has parkinson since 10 years now. He is 80 now. He is on 4syncapones and half syndopa plus 5times a day. Plus at night syndopa cr125. All this is at present. Over years it is this status now. He was getting Halluciations 7months to one year back. We reduced syncapone from 5 to4 and are giving him quitapin 5o mg. he is ok as far as hallucinations are concerned. But since 2 to 3 years keeps complaining that he feel v. Cold. Wants no fan and takes comforter and blanket at. Night in the hottest summer. During the day puts the fan for little while wants windows and door closed. Now doctor has proscribed Censpram 2.5mg in the morning and glycomet 10mg at night as he sweats a lot at night and his clothes a are drenched. May be to counteract the effect of quitapin Kindly advice whether we are doing ok. He is eating normal,his walking has reduced. Gets tired after walking30 yards can take bath etc | These are few non motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Hallucinations can occur primarily because of disease progression. Also hallucinations can happen by large dose of levodopa. Censpram can be of few benefits specially mood disorder.Glycolet is a antidiabetic grugs | |
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 --> | |
Can pneumonia cause asthma?
my friend is an asthama paient. in his childhood he had pnemonia attack since there was no one to take are his health condition worsen recently in 3 years he had have 3 major attack. all i want to know is taht can pnemonia cause asthama? if yes what should he do? he is 22 years old 70 kgs and 6 feet] | No. The stated history points to a case of neglected bronchial asthma. The attacks of asthma are worsened with upper or lower respiratory infections. Your friend needs regular inhaled therapy to take care of the underlying inflamed airways and this will take care of his recurrent attacks of LRTI's | |
What causes pushing out feeling in the stomach area and heart burning sensation?
Hi...I am 24, 5ft 4", and I am 160lbs. I have no medical history. I do have breast cancer in the family. Here's my question...I have been having a dull 'pushing out' feeling in my upper stomach area. I have also been having heartburn and a tingling sensation in my breast. And an increased appetite. Any thoughts on what it could be? | Your history suggests peptic ulcer. Symptoms could be burning sensation pain relieved with food intake. You can do a upper GI endoscopy to confirm diagnosis. Avoid alcohol, tea, coffee . avoid spicy food . consult your physician start with proton pump inhibitors. | |
Is it safe to take Coumadin for deep vein thrombosis?
hi, im 31 years old female looking for advise on pre work out or ny supplements since i was diagnosed with dvt over 2 months ago. currently taking coumadin 8mg. any chance that jack3d something that i shouldnt be consider ? im 5"9 and 132 lb. thank u. | Hello and welcome to HCM,Clotting disorders are treated with anti-coagulants.These disorders are monitored with clotting or coagulation tests like prothrombin time (PT), activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) and INR.The dose of anti-coagulants is calculated by the coagulation tests especially INR.Thus, consult your treating doctor for prescription of coagulation tests as well as calculation of dosages of anti-coagulants.Thanks and take careDr Shailja P Wahal | |
Can an immediate surgery be ruled out for the treatment of varicocele?
right varicocele pain for more than 3 years but tolerable pain, can postpone surgery?? hi i'm 22 years old, i m suffering from right varicocele since i'm 19years old.. The pain is tolerable, about 4 out of 10 (10 is the most painful).. My doctor (general surgeon) suggested me that i can have surgery after marriage if fathering is delay. My doctor also told me that surgery is NOT NECESSARY as of now because i don't have wife now and i'm still single, so i can wait for more than 5 more years before having surgery. is my doctor right? thanks! :) | HIThank for asking to HCM If it is pucca varicocele then in my opinion it has to be repaired now why to wait, again the severity of condition is matter if it is not severe then in coming days the condition would be bad, is there any surety or guaranty that the condition would be same if it is not then that would make operation little lengthy or complex then why to give chance to such situation, better to cure it now, have nice day | |
Any treatments for Oligoasthenoteratozoospermia problem ?
Hi doc I have Oligoasthenoteratozoospermia problem, what treatment can I get, I have been examined but doctor don't get a proper cause of the effect, I don't smoke, I don't drink, iam nt exposed any drugs or rays. I was given a drug called Tomoxifen but no improvement. Please prescribe for me a drug that ll heal me, thank u, muga in ugnda | HelloThanks for query.Are you married and trying pregnancy?You have been detected to have Oligoasthenoterratospermia meaning there all the parameters of your semen like sperm count ,motility of sperms and morphology of the sperms are below normal range and abnormal .Truly speaking there are no medicine that can cure or improve these parameters.You need to consult qualified Infertility specialist for detail assessment and further help to explore the possibility to have a child with the help of newly assisted Reproductive technoques like IVF or ICSI.Dr.Patil. | |
Experiencing pain from my shoulder to my foot all down the right side
I ve got pain from my shoulder to my foot all down the right side Back aches Tearing feeling at top of buttock Outside of leg always feels tight Foot aches along the last two toes under sole Knee sometime aches Outside muscle on knee is growing People have noticed me limping Has been ongoing for a while but getting worse any help would be good thanks Donald | U have a query that is bizzare in its nature altough thank you for your question. U have pain in multpile sites of ur body on the right side as u mentioned. But even if these painful sites have occured at the same time, it is not necessary that these are related. I would advice u adress each site separately and take a note of the pain aggravating and relieving factors. For example pain in ur sole and last two toes can be related to faulty/badly crafted footwear and so on. Take care. Some amount of rest, physio and pain relievers may help. | |
Pain in uterus with white discharge, please advise me on this
Hi doc, im 29 years old. 2 days after my period i had a brown discharge for about 4 days, after it went away we had sex and 2 days after that i started getting a milky white slimy discharge, dull pain around my ovaries, now and then a shooting pain in my uterus and it has been going on for a week. last nite i feld my servix is swollen and hard and when i sit down normally it feels like a stumping pain right through into my uterus. please advise on what this can be. thank you. | Hi,thanks for query.This is suggestive of some fungal or bacterial infection in your genital tract.Please visit a gynecologist for examination and diagnosis.You need a course of antibiotics for this,please do not ignore this.Avoid sex also till this gets cured.Take analgesic for pain and visit your doctor.bye. | |
Having irregular periods and trying to conceive. Is it safe to take krimson 35?
i have irregular periods for the last 2 month,but normally my period is regular,now doctor advised to take krimson 35 tablet for the 5th day of menses . i am married for 10 months,we are trying to conceive.Is this tablet will help for pregnancy, is the tablet for regulating periods or to be helpful for conceive,pls help me | this medication is for regulation of period and prevent the acne in pt with PCOS yes it has the effect of contraception pills if you want to get pregnant refer back to your doctor | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late periods? | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they should arrive. If not, then you can safely opt for a progesterone withdrawal to resume menses. For further information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Diagnosed with kidney stones, taking contiflo, drologen. Not passing motion even with medication. Are both related?
My husband is diagnosed having 2 kidney stones, in left kidney, a calculus measuring 7 noted in mid pole of left kidney. A calculus measuring 7mm noted in left upper ureter 3.5 fro pelviureteric junction causing mild proxial hydronephrosis. He is give nedication of contiflo 4MG and pain killer Drologen Tablet (SOS). My concern is the patient is having pain though nthey related?ot that severe pain. Due t the pain he is unable to sleep, so he takes Drologen. Doctor prescribed to take pain killer only if their is severe pain. Patient is taking the medicine to get rid of pain and can be comfortable. More over he has not pass motion since 2 days for that Doctor had gievn him Daculox Suppositories, Syp. Cremaffin. But still he hasnt pass motion. Does dis Kidney stone related to motion issue. Please Avdvice.My Email ID: YYYY@YYYY | Welcome to HCM!Yes, probably the severe pain is causing excessive contraction of anal sphincteric muscles & constipation.With your Urologist's opinion, you should add antispasmodics, diuretics, urine alkalizing agents (if required).Also, do Renal Function Tests, Sr. Uric Acid, Urine (R & M).Drink plenty of water so that at least 2 litres of urine is voided in 24 hrs.Keep close follow up with USG, if hydronephrosis is worsening or what..Take high fibre diet, green leafy vegetables.Continue your stool softeners.Wish you speedy recovery.With warm regards.Thanks! | |
Q. Is it possible that mine and my husband's blood types which could be incompatible, kept me not conceiving all these 8 years?
Hello doctor, I am not sure of mine or my parent's blood types, but my sister's is O-negative and is Rh-negative. Does this mean I am also Rh-negative? And is it possible that mine and my husband's blood types, which could be incompatible, kept me from conceiving from 8 years? | Hi. There is a 50 % possibility that you could be an Rh-negative blood group. There is no blood group combination between couples that has known to cause problems in conception. If you are Rh-negative and your husband Rh-positive, then the problem of Rh incompatibility arises in the baby, that too in the second child. But it can be easily dealt with and identified at conception. Do not worry. Just get yours and your husband's blood group checked and consult an obstetrician and gynecologist. | |
What does left pelviectasis shown in nuclear renal scan with lasix mean?
my 11 year old son had a nuclear renal scan with lasix done and results came back saying he has left pelviectasis. they have ordered a VCUG but not for another 3 weeks and then a follow up with urologist 3 weeks after that. What is this diagnosis and what is the treatment? Is it ok to wait so long for foloow up? | I need to know the reason why he had the initial tests - unless you tell me that, I cannot suggest if waiting for 3-6 weeks will be all right or not. Pelviectasis is nothing but a slight enlargement of the collecting system of the kidney (the portion inside the kidney that collects the urine from where it is formed in the other part of the kidney known as the renal parenchyma). It implies the presence of some obstruction to the channel beyond the pelvis of the kidney. This can be a structural block like a narrowed ureter, or a spasm of the ureter muscle either along its length or where it meets the bladder at the lower end. Dr. Taher | |
What could be the cause of blood in stools in one undergoing treatment for fallopian tube blockage ?
Hello sir . since long we are trying to conceive. but we can not get result. on my 8th day i have done HSG and it shows right tube block. My doctor recommend to take placentrex 2ml injection on for next 15 days. and also recommend to take medicine dubagest 100, 10 tablet daily night from 17th day. but after that we didnt get result. this month my doctor suggest to take siphen100mg for 10 days and Argipreg for 10 days from day 2. and today i m suffering with cold and i found blood coming out from stools . what should i have to do? Waiting for prompt reply. | need to consult your infertility specialist himself for clarification in his prescription.. | |
Q. Why is there a continuous rise in temperature despite taking antibiotics?
Hi doctor, My father is 71 years old. He had a fever for a week, and the temperature raised up to 104 during the night along with frequent urination. Two days ago, the fever came down to 98.4 for five hours but again increased to 102.3 despite taking the same antibiotics. He is taking tablet Gudcef-CV 200 for five days and injection Monocef, twice a day for four days. His TLC was 18,000 last week. Please give your opinion. | Hi. I went through your post and investigation (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Regards. For further queries consult an internal medicine physician online --> | |
Suggest treatment for pneumonia
My daughter had a fever since monday. Maximum temp is 39 & the loweest is 38.4C. She also has cough & colds. Doctos saif she has pneumonia and wants to give her antibiotic already. When i asked if its viral or bacterial, she said she doesn't know. How would you know if it is viral of bacterial? I'm hesitant in giving her antibiotics because last month she took 2 kinds of antibiotics already. | hi hope to satisfy youactually there is an viral infection there must be superimposed bacteria infection too.viral resolves with the passage of time on its own but to treat bacterial one we have to give antibiotics.for pneumonia you should give her azithromycin according to her weight 10 mg /kg wight once a day and for 5 days.plz mention the age n weight for next onwards.also give ibuprofen 10 mg /kg weight three times a day for 3 days n for nasal congestion give give arinac syrup twice a day for 7 days.hope she feels better soon. | |
What is the life expectancy for pancreatic cancer patient?
My husband was diagnosed with pancratic cancer May 2010. Cat scans showed no spread to the lymph nodes and beyond the pancreas. Surgery was scheduled for Sep 2010. The surgeon discovered it had spread to the omentum and a small spot on the liver which was removed but he was unable to complete the operation. He did not remove the tumor which is wrapped around the main portal vein. Since then his cat scans continue to improve with Gemzar/Tarceva chemotherapy. The tumor is stable and the spread has lessened. What kind of life expectency can we expect. | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your husband's situation and problem. By your history and description, his pancreatic tumour is chemo sensitive. This is the reason for his stable pancreatic cancer. This is actually good sign for prognosis. Chemo sensitive pancreatic cancer is having life expectancy of more than 10 years. The problem in such patients is delayed resistance to chemotherapy. Patient develops chemotherapy resistance after 5-6 years of treatment. So we need to monitor patient every six monthly for worsening of tumour. And if worsening is there than change of chemotherapy is needed. So do regular follow up with your oncologist. He is having good prognosis within expectancy more than 10 years. Hope I have solved your query. Wishing good health to your husband. Thanks. | |
Would keeping my ring finger immobilized alleviate the pain I am feeling upon movement?
My ring finger on my right hand hurts to try to make a fist and if i do get it closed a little it snaps when i open my hand. I think i jammed it a while ago but am wondering if it should be immobilized more so it can heal or just keep waiting? its been about 3 or 4 weeks now. Thanks | Hello, Immobilize the finger for few days. Ice packs can be applied for faster recovery. If pain persists better to consult an orthopedic and plan for X-ray. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Can hyperthyroidism cause chest pain and palpitations?
I am 36 years old I have hyperthyroidism I am on lopresser twice a day and ptu medication 3 times daily. I have been admitted in the hospital twice this month because of chest pain and palputations it can be scarey but so far all heart test ekg and echo cardiogram shows normal my vitals are always normal so far. I still have chest pain and palputations almost all day and I can not walk around for more than 10 mins. Grocery shopping is out of the question. I feel so sick nausea and having pains , fatigue shortness of breath at times I have to just sit or lay in bed for hours I can't even work. Thank god I have my own business and was able to higher someone to work for me. I am suppose to go to New york to visit my sick grandma but I'm seriously scared to fly on the plane fearing I could go into a thyriod storm while traveling. What should I do I feel like I am to young to live like this i can't even cook dinner for my kids thank god my husbands been doing everything.. | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. No need to worry for heart diseases as your heart reports are normal. Yes, hyperthyroidism can cause similar symptoms if it is uncontrolled. So first of all get done Thyroid function test. If this is normal then hyperthyroidism is not a cause. Sometimes stress and anxiety can be the cause for your symptoms. So consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on it's solution. You may need anxiolytic drugs too. Don't worry, you will be alright. Avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Should the dosage of beta blocker be reduced if having a low pulse and feel weak?
hi, I am 70 and am taking tablets for high blood pressure, I also take warfarin. My blood pressure is 128/64 and my pulse is 53. I am concerned that my pulse is a little too slow as I tire very easily. Should I consider reducing the dose of the beta blocker I have to take? | Hello , Generally pulse rate between 50 - 60 is considered ideal in terms of prevention of cardiac event in future . So 53 per day is not an indication for decreasing beta blocker . However lot of patients do feel fatigue when on beta blockers so in that case it's justified in decreasing beta blocker dose and substitution with any other anti hypertensive medication if other causes of fatigue are ruled out . Regards Dr Priyank Mody | |
What causes lack of feeling while ejaculating and less semen?
hi my name is mark, I have been taking pasvax xl 400 for the last month or so. I have noticed over the last two weeks that when i ejaculate that i dont have the normal intense feeling. Also i dont seen to produce as much semen. Today during penetration i had a discomfort, almost as if i had ejaculated and was trying to have sex straight away. I waited five minutes for this to pass and then had intercourse and ejaculated same as above. Could this be related to this medication. Am very worried. | Hi, Most of the medication taken for prostate hyperplasia can cause erection issue but Pamsvax XL 400 (tamsulosin hydrochloride) has very little effect on erection. Still, if your issue persists need to talk to your urologist for change of medication. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. S.R.Raveendran, Sexologist | |
Lower abdominal pain, increase on coughing, smoke cigarette, other physical condition normal. Reason for pain?
52 yrs. old, male, on NO meds nor drugs, 6 ft. 200 lbs., no recent injuries nor surgurys, very physical occupation, same for 30 yrs.. Smoke ciggs, drink one large coffee every morning, don t eat or drink anything all day till I get home, this too same for 30 yrs. Pain in lower abdamon, dull until I cough but doesnt affect my chores, work, my sleep or eating. My bowel movements, peeing, not changed either. year ago, had upper and lower I.G done, blood pressure , and chlorestiral are great says the Dr.. Stress , same for 30 yrs. No adventurious food changes either. any ideas?? | thank you.your physical condition is good only lower abd.pain. is there any swelling noticed at the lower abd. during coughing or straining,burning micturition or red colour urine.some inv.is needed like routine urine exam. and x-ray kub region.you may also take an opinion of a general surgeon. | |
Q. My left hip is completely fused. Can we have a healthy baby?
Hi doctor, I have severe ankylosing spondylitis since 19 years. I am a 28 year old male, married and would like to have a baby now. I am taking Indomethacin 75 mg and Omeprazole twice a day. My left hip is completely fused, but I have no pain. There is pain in right hip and lower back. Please let me know, can I have a healthy baby. What should we do to get healthy, fit and fine baby? I do not want baby to be defective. Kindly give me suggestions to improve my health. My wife is completely fine and healthy. I have attached my Hb, CRP and ESR reports. Please guide me. | Hi. Do not worry about your condition and your future baby. You are fine and your baby will also be fine, as genetic transmission is rare in this case. Again you should change the painkiller if you are not responding to it. You can start tablet Rofecoxib 50 mg daily for five days and let me know the condition of your pain. Apply Dolopar gel (Diclofenac) topically. Go for active physiotherapy exercises. Take a capsule Nutrolin B plus (multivitamin) daily for 15 days. | |
How to get rid of anger and sadness?
i am a 21 year old girl....i seem to be tired a lot and moody. i feel quick to get irritated especially by people i am close to. in fact anger/ sadness are the only emotions i show. it gets really bad the week before and the week of my period. maybe this is normal but i just want to feel happy and have more energy to enjoy life. help! | Hi,You seem to be manifesting symptoms of depression. feeling low, sad and irritable, getting tired easily are all symptoms of underlying depressive episode. Worsening of symptoms before and during menstruation occurs commonly in depression and can be associated with premenstrual tension.I would suggest that you should consult a psychiatrist for initiating treatment. Medications like escitalopram or sertraline would be highly beneficial for you. In addition, you should start exercising daily. It will help you feel better and relax.I do hope that I was able to answer your query. Wish you all the best. | |
Suggest treatment for oesophageal cancer
I want to know about the treatment for food pipe cancer, my mother age 70 weight 43, earlier 25 years back suffered from lungs infection( left lung 75% collapsed), pataient of hyper acidity and high blood pressure, having difficulty in eating food(swallow prob), | Thanks for your question on HCM. Treatment of any cancer is based on its staging. And this stands true for esophageal cancer.So please get done CT neck with thorax to see exact size of tumour and local spread. Also get done PET SCAN to see for distal metastases.By al these staging can be determined. If distal metastases is present than it is considered as stage 4 cancer. It is inoperable and only treatment option is palliative chemotherapy and radiotherapy. But if stage 1, 2 or 3 is there than surgical options are available along with chemotherapy and radiotherapy. So better to consult oncologist first and discuss all these. | |
What does a painful lump under the right breast indicate?
I have a small, palpable lump centered mid flank, directly below my right breast. It concerns me when, occassionally, sharp, burning pain radiates from the lump itself, very localized small area directly from the lump sight. Pain does not radiate, travel elsewhere. Ive been diagnosed with fatty liver with multiple benign liver cysts in past. No Dr. has pointed out correlation between that diagnosis, last year, with the aforementioned cyst i originally complained of in 2007. Because its palpable and painful, does that indicate surgical removal? I am breast cancer survivor; Stage IIB lumpectomy w/truncated 3 session chemo, completed RAD thrpy in 2006. Clear margins not achieved per UCSF lab second opinion, i.e. 0.01 margin, unlike 0.09 on original lab rpt, postop. Your opinion please? Thank you, Nan | Hello dear Nan , hiWarm welcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query in details .* Possible as sebaceous more likely .* Needs confirmation with physical examination and surgery.Hope this will help you for sure .Wishing you fine recovery .Welcome for any further guidance .Regards .Dr. Bhagyesh ( MS , FMAS - consultant surgeon ) | |
Suggest treatment for triceps tendonitis
I had a joint removed from my left wrist five weeks ago. Within the last several days I ve been experiencing extreme pain in my left tricep. What could the cause be. My PT isn t addressing the issue. Maybe because my referral is for my wrist and not my whole arm. | Hi,it seems you have over strained your triceps, give some rest and take analgesics for 2 week than under guidance of your PT, start triceps strengthening exercises. | |
Could heart rate be affected by the inability to manage pain caused from herniated disk?
phisicians is needed C-4 n C-7. are all fused. I also have a herniatef disk lower bsck. i moved too loiisiania n now i cant find a pain msnsgment doc. I hsbe been on meds since 1989. And educated ..liver fllare up caused my nuero. to put. me on opjiates n muscle relaxer since 1996. I been off my mefs . n bedridden. for two mths. what can I do to get a doctor. er says i need a foc asap. plus im trying too settle my workcomp. case of 1989. since 1993 in state of ct. know attorney will take it so im doing it my self. this is why i dont have a doctor. please advice. my heart rate at. 190 over 80. alot. pain is erratic n acute. | Yes, heart rate can be elevated due to the impact of severe pain. The pain is also probably provoking anxiety. So you should seek treatment/medications to calm your system, such as anti-anxiety treatment. And since that involves seeing a doctor, you should be evaluated for inherent high blood pressure as well. And of course, better control of the pain will allow for less shock to your system, so getting back on your pain meds will help that also. | |
How to measure clexane forte as per prescription?
Hi I have been given clexane forte 150/mg/1mlhi as I have to have a small operation next week on need to come off warfrin on the the clexane box it says 10 off clexane forte 150/mg/1m. then use as directed 0.95mls. does that mean I have to discharge the needle to the 95 make | HiFor patients prescribed doses less than 20mg but greater than 10mg, the 20mg/0.2mL preparation of clexane should be used to prepare a concentration of 20mg/1.0mL. 1.Draw 0.8mL of normal saline (0.9% NaCl) into a 2 mL syringe. 2.Inject Enoxaprin 20mg/0.2mL directly into normal saline syringe, making a total volume of 1mL. 3.This equals a concentration of 20mg/1mL. 4.From the 2mL syringe withdraw dose required with a 1mL syringe.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. RegardsDr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician | |
How to reduce blood pressure?
my wife was diagnosed having gestational hypertension after it gave birth through caesarian operation her blood pressure goes up and down but persistently steady between 130/100 to 140/100. What shall we do to lower the blood pressure to normal at 120/80? is there some home remedies for this? shes' 39 years old | hello,She should have a healthy lifestyle like avoiding fatty, oily and high calorie diet. Have low salt diet and monitor blood pressure regularly. Regular exercises like brisk walking, jogging according your capacity atleast 30 min a day and 5 days a week. Lots of green leafy vegetables, fruits, fish once or twice a week, avoid meat. Avoid smoking and alcohol if any. There shouldn't abdominal fat deposition or obesity. | |
Suggest treatment for ventricular tachycardia
My father had a heart attack and did not know it until weeks later when his beats were so off, he went to emergency room. He was in vtack and in trauma unit within minutes. They put a stent in on right bottom side of heart. He was in ICU after that for about a week with a few episodes of the vtach agian. Hes home now but his heart is constantly acting up and the doctor keeps telling him its normal. Hes not so convinced. Should he get a second opinion? And is this so normal that they wouldnt ask him to come in for testing? He has made 10 phone calls and he gets same answer over and over agian. Please help! | hello,The increase in heart could be due to multiple reasons, it may be normal or abnormal. Ventricular tachycardia is usually a life threatening condition and patients will be very symptomatic and frequently collapses. Now, best thing to clear doubts is get a holter monitoring done, it will record the ecg for 24-48 hrs and we will come to know the state of heart during his symptoms so that we can modify the treatment. | |
What could cause swelling and redness in lower abdomen after Colonoscopy and Gastroscopy?
Hi Doct, I had gastrocopy and Colonscopy last friday , after that test i found my lower was swalled a bit and it's still swallen( big)..........it's about 5 days now, it's not painfull but it's bit red.............any suggestion would be very helpfull , thank you | Hi,Thanks for writing in HCM.As long as you are passing flatus and stools smoothly you need not worry. It is usually due to the gas which is pumped in while the procedure is being performed which induces the distension. It is a self remitting after effect. In the mean time avoid eating fat rich ,flatulent food products.Regards | |
What causes swelling in finger after injury?
My daughter was wrestling around with her daddy and hurt her middle right finger anyway her finger is now slightly curved to the left and has pain from the middle knuckle to the knuckle that connects the hand bones it is not bruised and still is alittle swollen after 5 days | Hi, With the history you have given, it is quite possible that your daughter might have sustained a fracture of the proximal phalanx. I suggest an X-ray before any other intervention. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Gopal Goel, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
What causes bump in the middle of the chest?
Hello, there is a 2 inch wide, five inch long bump going down my chest. It is in the middle of my chest, it goes from the lower part of my upper chest to my bellybutton, its like a thick long bump. It looks like a thick tube, it is not firm, but somewhat soft. Could this be cancerous? I just discovered it today. Thanks. | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of umbilical hernia or soft tissue swelling like lipoma is more. Possibility of cancer is less. The site you are mentioning is common place for hernia. Hernia is protrusion of bowel loops through abdominal muscle wall. It is commonly seen in smokers and in all aged people. Another possibility is lipoma. Lipoma is fat containing soft tissue swelling. So better to get done ultrasound examination of swelling. If it is hernia then surgical correction of muscle defect is needed. If it is lipoma then surgical removal of lipoma is needed. So in both case surgical intervention is required. So better to first diagnose the cause of this swelling and than start appropriate treatment. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
What is the normal blood pressure range?
I am a 51 yo,male with very bad CAD. I have had 2 open heart surgeries/6 bypasses/2 heart attacks and just received a pacemaker 1 month ago. I have been having abdominal pain for 4 months now. I am scheduled for an abdominal MRI on the 1st( my pacemaker is safe for mri's) My question is: Is my blood pressure of 165/103 too high? | HelloIf your blood pressure is consistently like that, then, yes it's too high.Considering your medical history, I'd like to see your blood pressure closer to the 120's over 80's. You need medication to bring it down | |
What does the elevated cholesterol level in my blood test report indicate?
hi my name is nashath im 24 years old, i want to know about my Cholesterol level is high or low or normal my Cholesterol result is Total Cholesterol 148 , LDL 80 , HDL 54 , Triglyceride level 73 , Total Cholesterol/HDL ratio is: 2.74 | HiYour lipid profile is well within normal limits.There is no need to bother regarding cholesterol or triglycerides.Hope I have answered your queryRegards | |
What causes high temperature with gas and clear mucus in stools of a child?
My 3 year old had a temp of 105 rectally on saturday. He vomited twice before the temp. He ran low grade temps off and on until today. bowel movements have been soft and form until today. he has been passing gas with clear mucus in his underwear and potty. What could be going on? He says he is not hurting. | Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. For fever give acetaminophen or brufen syrup every 8 hours. You should have a stool analysis done for the child as mucus in the stools may be a sign of dysentery and infection with amoeba.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Salah Saad Shoman | |
Is Mucinex advisable while on Ninjacof and Cefdinir for bronchitis?
yes, this medication cefdinir was prescribed to my daughter for cold like symptoms on last sat 2/3.....she went back in to the drs to take a chest xray on Tues 2/6..She was diagnosed with Bronchitis....she was given an additional prescription for an inhaler...so for bronchitis shes been taking Ninjacof, Cefdinir, and I added Mucinex..Tomorrow will be 7 days on these medications.....My questions is..if this is an antibiotic for BACTERIA, is it helping with the bronchitis... | Hello,According to the history, Yes, Mucinex can be used safely in bronchitis.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Jnikolla | |
What could hard ball like lump be in between testes and anus?
hello my boyfriend recently got this hard ball like lump between his testes and his anus. I told him it is probably nothing but its been there for almost a month now and i'm starting to get worried.....He said that when it first appeared that it had some pain but it has gone away then today he said it has gotten bigger i think it just swelled up...Could t be an abscess or tumor? Hemorrhoid? | Hello and ,A lump between testes and anus could be a growth or abscess.Abscess is usually associated with fever and pain.Hemorrhoids are limited to the anal canal.They do not extent upto the region between testes and anal canal.You need to consult your doctor preferably surgeon for clinical examination, relevant investigations and thus management.Thanks and take careDr Shailja P Wahal | |
Suggest remedy for forget fullness along with headache,vomiting and dizziness
I have a friend that has had a headache for about a week now. Along with vomiting, dizziness, and at some points forgetting what they are doing. Such as changing a garbage bag and then forgetting what exactly it is they are doing. Should they be concerned? | Hi dear, your friend who is having headache vomiting dizziness and forgetting.. but you didnt mention that such symptoms occur episodically or continuous. if such symptoms occur episodically then think for the seizure as in post seizure phenomena such signs and symptoms occur. other wise think for some brain related pathology . so first of all go for MRI brain. and first start with simple analgesic and antacid then see for the cause. such features also occur in migraine. for that Tab amitryptilline 25mg HS and also Tab Propranolol 40mg susteined release. also tryptan for sos pain menegment | |
Suggest treatment for fever and stomach pain
my urinalysis result color yellow, transparency cloudy, ph 6.0, specific gravity 1.020, protein trace, sugar neg(-), wbc tntc, rbc 2-3 , epithelial cells mod, mucus treads few, bacteria mod crystals amorphous urates few, cast none. i have fever now , i havee stomach pain and back pain | Hi. Thanks for your query. You have Urinary tract infection which has caused the stomach and back pains to. I would advise you the following :First of all send the sample of urine for culture and sensitivity before any antibiotic is started as even a single dose of an antibiotic can alter the reports. Blood : Urea, creatinine, CBC Ultrasonography of the abdomen to see any stones or secondary changes in the kidneys, ureters and urinary bladder. IVP if required. Get a course of 3 weeks of antibiotics and supportive treatment as urinary alkilinizer . Take plenty of fluids orally. | |
What are the symptoms of arthritis?
iam 27 years old guy my foots are paining when i am sitting office continuousley ,if i am taking pain killer it is gives for two days..again it it is paining ,iam unable to walk also,firstits start for one leg after next leg also paining,one leg lightley swell ,i just want to know is the syntoms for ? | Hi, There are criteria for the diagnosis of arthritis. Pain should be present for at least 4 weeks and it should be associated with morning stiffness. If pain is present for only 2 days less likely diagnosis of arthritis. Other reasons for pain and swelling may be dying to minor trauma which may have been unnoticed or due to continuous sitting in one position. You need to be examined by a physician for a detailed assessment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jayesh Vaza, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
Pain in right kidney, found stones. Taking urocit and painkillers. Done X Rays. What can help the pain?
I have a pain in right kidney since 10 days, taking UROCIT-K 10(Potassium Citrate) with Pain Killers. The problem is neither doctor found stone in X-Ray nor in Ultrasound what should i do ? how do i get rid of this unbearable pain ? plzzzzzzzzzzzz help me....The only water is helpful for this pain otherwise i have no words. | Hello and welcome to HCM,Majority of kidney stones are radio-opaque and can be detected on imaging studies.However, during acute stage, the stone may not be detected due to soft tissue swelling.In that case, the diagnosis of kidney stones is made on the basis of characteristic history.Small stones (few millimeters in diameter) do not require immediate surgery.They have to be followed up and one needs to drink plenty of water to pass the stone in urine.The pain is experienced when the stone passes down the ureter.The pain is indeed very severe and pain killer like buscopan, meftal is required to control the pain. Get pain killer prescribed from your doctor for the acute attcks and continue the treatment which you are being prescribed.Thanks and take careDr Shailja P Wahal | |
Recommend treatment for kidney damage
My husband has most of the symptoms of being a diabetic and having kidney damage. He will not go to the doctor so we are doing our best with what we read and learn. He is 6 ft and 200 lbs. We know that exercise and diet are extremely important. Is there anything that we can do to help the damaged kidneys? | HelloThanks for query .Based on the facts that your husband is known diabetes and has kidney damage due to Diabetic Nephropathy .Diabetic nephropathy is a Chronic Kidney Disease with complex physiological changes in various metabolic changes in body and can not be treated at home by reading on internet without consulting a qualified Nephrologist and having investigated thoroughly by doing blood tests to assess his kidney function .It is harmful and risky to treat such patients yourself at home by trial and errors and may cause further damage to his kidneys rather than any help. I would suggest you to convince him to consult qualified Nephrologist and get investigated and to take further treatment by scientific approach .Dr.Patil. | |
How can allergic rhinitis be treated?
Hello. I am allergie to almost all antibotics and have several ad health problems. Anything that is related to the Pencillin family is very deadly to me. I don't have much immune system at all. What type of old fashion home remedies would help a allergy cold? I stay away from as many people & public places as possible. But I have developed a winter allergy cold from being outside around my dogs & chickens. can you help me?I can't afford to pay the fee for your advise so thank you for your time. If I could have afforded it I would have when to the doctor or ER. Sorry I have wasted your time. | Regarding allergy the the old saying goes `anything below the sun including the sun can cause allergy'.The most important component in the management of allergy is avoidance of specific allergen.Maintain dust free your curtains,furniture,mats,carpets,avoid pets in your bedroom/house,winter/spring season can cause allergy by way of pollen release,wear mask while going out in dusty/polluted areas.These are non medical partof management and medical treatment starts with nasal sprays adjusted according to the clinical improvement | |
Done semen analysis. Wife had miscarriage. Normal report?
hi doctor my semen analysis is : volume 2 ml color normal liquification time 10 min count 45 mil per min motility 50%: sluggish 25% 15 active movement 5% very good active movement in linear direction forward 5% circular movement and no direct forward pus cell 14 before 5 month my wife get pregnant but pregnancy end with missed abortion my semen analysis with normal limits or what? | Hello Thanks for your query.Your semen analysis is well within normal limits.Your wife remain pregnant but unfortunately resulted in to miscarriage,Please note that there is no relation between quality of sperms and the miscarriage.The miscarriage is due to some Hormonal imbalance during pregnancy.Please consult some Gynecologist for proper evaluation and assessment before the pregnancy and after she conceives so that she can be given hormonal support to continue the pregnancy, | |
Suggest treatment for pain post pericardial surgery
Howdy Doc, I had surgery back in 2007,(pericardial stripping) my chest pain, here of late has gotten stronger, I only take 2 81mg aspirins a day. Is it time to head back to my Dr. , or can anything be done for this angina I seem to be stuck with. Mike | Hello There After going through your medical query I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that it’s recommended for you to get an Echocardiography done and consult with reports.Hopefully this information will guide you properly.Kind Regards Dr Bhanu Partap | |
Q. Can getting walls painted cause breakouts and rashes?
Hello doctor,Could painting our interior walls cause our 6 year old to break out in a rash on her face? She has had mild eczema since she was a baby and is seen sometimes on her legs and arms. Shortly after we painted, a patchy rash appeared all over her face but nowhere else. If this is the cause, what can we do? It has now been three weeks? | Hi. Yes, it is very common for an eczematous child to get a reaction or allergy to any chemical. And yes, paint does contain such an ingredient which can irritate the child's skin. Keep the child's skin well moisturized by applying Vaseline. I suggest applying 1 % Hydrocortisone cream two times a day for seven days. Consult your child's specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and start using the medicines with their consent. It is persisting for three weeks because air has paint particles which arecontinuously irritating her skin. Take her away for a week or so, if possible. For more information consult a dermatologist online --> | |
What causes difficulty in focusing and blurred vision?
Yes, I am an advid golfer. Over the last couple of months I become unable to focus over lack of energy in my opinion. But I have eaten apples, oranges, energy drinks (PowerAid/Gatorade, plus some energy bars to help. Most of the time it works ok, but recently the blurry vision needed to complete my putting. I performed admirably, but missed several short putts because of vision problems. I can see the ball in flight of the tee or during approach shots. My doctor is in the process of ordering some tests for irregular heart beat | Hello!Welcome on Healthcaremagic!I read carefully your question and would recommend first consulting with an ophthalmologist to exclude a possible eye disorder. If the ophthalmologist excludes an eye disorder, I would recommend performing further tests to investigate for the possible causes: - a brain MRI study- visual evoked potentials- vitamin B12 levels- complete blood count for anemia. Hope you will find this answer helpful!Best wishes, Dr. Aida | |
Q. 2. 5 year old suffering from stomach ache. Which medicine has to be given?
Hi doctor, My son is 2.5 years old. For a week, he is complaining of stomach pain. After farting he is fine. Our family doctor recommended one antibiotic for five days and a medicine to avoid vomiting. He had small vomits twice, but later it was fine. Now, after completing the course of medicine he again complaints the same. His diet is almost nothing and he is not ready to take any food. He just has few mL of milk. He does not have fever. His stool was watery, but it is normal now. Can you provide any recommendation on diet and medicine? Please give me a solution to the problem. Thank you. | Hi. I can understand your concerns. Complain of abdomen pain with vomiting suggests that your child probably has acute gastroenteritis or food poisoning. Since, antibiotic is already given and now there are no loose stools or vomiting, there is no need to give antibiotic again. For abdomen pain, you can give syrup Cyclopam (Dicyclomine hydrochloride and Paracetamol) 5 mL on SOS basis (as and when required) that is when abdomen pain occurs. Whenever a child becomes sick, there is decrease in his appetite which improves as child recovers. Now, you should give him all the foods that you were giving him earlier. If he is not eating then you can start Glucon-D in water thrice a day for one or two days. Start a multivitamin like syrup Bevon 5 mL once a day for 15 days. Keep patience. Child will eat properly now as he has recovered from illness. | |
Suggest treatments for frequent runny tools in child
Hello, my name is Nichole and I have a 2 year old son who passes stool 4 to 5 times a day, and they are not solid stools, they're most runny. Is this normal? He is wanting to potty train and has no problem going pee in the toilet but cant control his stools and ends up going in his diaper. HELP! Is this normal? | Thank you for following up. It seems your baby has disbiosis or infection of intestine. You should take your child to a doctor and get him examined especially stool analysis and stool culture for flora and sensitivity to antibiotics.I would suggest to take probiotic Enterogermina 1 sashe 2 times 5 days,ORS.Try to keep the baby hydrated by giving plenty of water. If stool will worse then add antibiotic-taxim(cefixime) in dose 4mg/kg/dose 2 times during 5 days. Take care Dr.Svetlana Shrivastva | |
Can round seeping sore in upper half of ear be ringworm or cancer?
I have a round seeping sore in the upper half of my ear. It has been there for two months starting as a tiny scaly growth. When picked, it bled. It is now 1/2 in diameter with raised ridge circling the scabby 3/8 diameter center. Can this be ringworm ? Or is it cancer? I have a picture available. | HiThanks for your query.The description fits more of ringworm but other things cannot be ruled out. You can get back to us with a premium query, uploading the images for a better opinion.Hope this helps.Regards |
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