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What causes numbness in hands and legs with shortness of breath? straightening of normal cercic lordosis sir i have numbness in my hands & legs often & shortness of breath racy heart beats & fiziness from last 3 months finally i got my xray for neck resulting for straightening of normal cercical lordosis due to parasp...
Hello, To comment anything else,I need to examine clinically and need additional information like presence of morning stiffness,other joint involvement,Fever.Back stiffness/pain.In presence of inflammatory arthritis, breathing problems are possible.Giddiness would considered in patients with neck pain.Palpitations need...
Suggest treatment for bronchitis and severe thirst I have had bronchitis and now I'm having severe thirst and dry mouth. I'm also very tired and can't seem to get enough sleep. I'm dizzy a lot and I'm having trouble with my stomach. It's cramping and having diarrhea. The doctor had given me azithromycen but i finished...
Hi thanks for asking question.The azithromycin drug can lead to dizziness, diarrhea , bad taste in mouth , vomiting etc as side effect.so you have these symptoms because of azithro.With finishing course of azithromycin now you will recover from these side effect.For vomiting you can take domperidone.As far as bronchiti...
What causes recurring viral fever in a diabetic patient? Hai sir,My father is a diabetic patient and his age is 52. For the past few months he suffers from viral fever and infection occurred in right kidney. Doctors confirmed as viral fever and requested to reduce the sugar level in the body. Now he has a controlled d...
Hello, Thanks for the query.In a person with diabetes generally the resistance is lowered. So there can be repeat infections. Hence, it is absolutely essential to achieve a very strict blood glucose control. Ideally FBG: should be <100 mg, PP 150 to 160 mg & HbA1c% <6.8. With good blood glucose control, healthy balanc...
What causes swelling in the feet while treating type 2 diabetes? Hello I am a 50 Year old man I have type 2 diabetes My left foot is swollen My feet have been going numb slowly over the years especially on the tops I am overweight which is probably causing the diabetes Everything else is normal my appetite my fluid in...
It seems that you have developed Diabetic neuropathy causing numbness on dorsum of foot.The greater the BMI (as you are overweight), the greater is the risk of neuropathy.Symptoms may include a sensation of numbness.Improved glycemic control should be aggressively pursued .Reduce your body-weight by regular exercise an...
Suggest medication for food allergy Dear sirmy father is suffering from food allergies he was prescribed azoran tablet which showed good results but now he is not able to take the tablet as he starts getting vomits as soon as he takes it his allergies have started to show up again is there some other medicine?
hi, actually nausea and vomiting are side effect of azoran , other drugs for immunosupression include methyl prednisolone , methotrexate, ciclosporin, tacrolimus, mitomycin , flurouracil and others but as these have severe side effects so these ehould be taken under strict medical supervision .you should consult your t...
Itchy scab like lesions on the ankle. Need to got to the doctor? i have these scab like lesions that just appears on my skin. I have a few that are very small, but i have to on my ankel that are the size of a penny and will not go away, and if i rub against them they start to itch . Its been almost 3 months since i ha...
Hi i think it is infectious eczematous dermatitis.it can be cured by antihistamine.antibiotic and diprovate-g ointment over the lesions
How to increase platelet count? My friend has been diagnosed with ITP and is being treated for it. She's very discouraged because her platelets were 14 yesterday! We need to know if she can eat foods or take vitamins that will help raise the platelet count, it was been going up 5 a week and now this! She's not allowed...
Hi, your platelets count doesn't depends on potassium or iron supplements. its depends on destruction of platelets in your body. In itp there is immune mediated destruction of platelets. you should take regular treatment to maintain platelets. You should take steroids according to the advice of your doctor. thanks for...
What causes heavy feeling in arm, hand and left side of chest? Hello, I a female, 21 years old. I have been feeling that my left arm, hand and left side of my chest is heavy and tension in the left side of my neck. Sometimes I feel nerve pain in both hands so What could be the causes and medical diagnoses of this?
hi,i appreciate your concern,at your age there may be possibly postural related issues in and around your neck and upper back,leading such nerve radiation pains.alternatively there could be some developmental bone anamoly in neck also .you are advised to consult your ortho expert for x-rays of neck,as well as postural ...
Suggest treatment for severe cough My mom a type 2 diabetic giving insulin twice a day since last 15 yrs has been badly coughing for good 9 months after coming to apollo kolkata she was asked to undergo a bronchoscopy which states her both right and left airways and trachea are filled with creamy pus and she is diagon...
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Diabetic patients are at increased risk of bacterial, fungal and parasitic infection due to poor immunity. Lung infection is especially more common because lungs are exposed to environmental air directly. Broadbectum injection is for bacterial...
Q. Is it possible to get pregnant with 7. 6 mm of endometrial thickness? Hello doctor, Kindly review the attached scan report of my pelvis and let me know if there is anything abnormal. This scan was done today, because I had a miscarriage nine months ago and the scan after miscarriage said that 13 mm of residue is be...
Hi. From your query I understood that you have a previous history of miscarriage and a follow up scan showed a 13 mm endometrium thickness. A 13 mm endometrium thickness is borderline, which means you may or may not have required a surgical evacuation at that time. Also, endometrial thickness is not a valuable guide an...
Diagnosed with Barrett s esophagus. Will Radio frequency ablation help? thank you- Ihave been diagnosed with Barrett s esophagus . I have read a lot about Radio frequency ablation And I would like to get this done . I do not have dysplasia according to the pathology report at this time based on A pathology report. I a...
Dear Friend ...Welcome to Healthcare for your queries ...I read your query and I would like to help you to get RFA procedure done.You can have good result if done in earliest without dysplasia . I would suggest you to Consult your treating physician and can be done in nearby Hospital without insurance . Do not be nervo...
Cluster of red spots on arms, feet, allergic reaction, black patches on skin. Suggestions? Sex: Male, Age: 20, Weight : 50-55, height : 5,7 ft. ...a cluster of small red spots appear randomly on my body.. mainly the arms and the feet after an allergic reaction and they are really itchy. They leave black patches on the...
fungus as it recurs again and againit takes 4-6 months to remove fungus with medkeep dry no oily creamy appliation keep dry airy no sunblockstake forcan 150 mg once wk for 10 wkebastinesos if itch apply candid ointment on skin and calamine on area continue 3 monthsnon toxic soaps oils shampooavoid yeast in food
What causes pain and numbness in arm after chemotherapy? 15/5.5ft/170pounds. I was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma October 31, Stage 2b. Ive been getting chemotherapy in my right arm through a PICC line. Starting yesterday I ve been getting a sharp pain in my armpit when I press on it or a numb feeling when my arm ar...
There can be 2 reasons for your symptoms. One is that you are having peripheral neuropathy (weakness of nerves) which is a known side effect of certain chemotherapy drugs and recovers slowly after the drugs are discontinued. Another reason could be that you have developed thrombosis (clotting) of your arm vein due to t...
Will transderm-V patch help for seasickness and vertigo while travelling in cruise? Hi,I recently had a very bad case of flu extremely congested, and then I got vertigo it was really terrible. I'm over itnow and feeling pretty good, my question is this just before I got sick I had booked a cruise to the caribean I ...
HI, thanks for using healthcare magicIt is possible that you experience sea sickness and/or vertigo on your cruise but if you feel as normal now, there is no reason to delay your cruise.You can consider using the patch before hand to see if you have any side effects related to it.If you do experience problems then you ...
Is it advisable to exercise inspite of suffering from polio? hi , i am suffering from polio on my right hand. i have started lifting weight for body workout. thought i can t engage my right hand in most of the exercise, i use it as a support. can there be any bad affect on my right hand. Its very thin compared to my l...
Hello, Moderate exercise even in polio-affected limbs is advisable. Care must be taken not to put too much weight because of the possible damage to tendons and muscles. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical
What causes small ganglion cyst on left pointer finger? I have a small ganglion cyst on left pointer finger. It doesn t bother me, however, my P.C. is suggesting it to be removed. Reading the material on your sight doesn t suggest this. I really don t want it removed b ecause it doesn t bother me. Please advise.
Hi, there!Ganglion cyst can recover itself, but its rare.You can live with it, but cyst can become bigger.Surgery is always available and its up to You!I hope this helps
What is the level of creatinine that cause to go into comatose? what is the level of creatinine that can cause an individual go into comatose? My mother in law is at the ICU and has full blown kidney failure. And her creatinine level has reached to over 6.0. When she was in the ER, it was 3.2 Fridays ago. My husba...
Hi, There is no cut off for it. If her creatine value is high, consult his nephrologist and plan for early dialysis. Wishing all the best. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem? Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem?
Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologis...
Pain after mammogram. Pain in breast and arms, weight loss. Help I am 55 years old I went to have my mamogram test done in 2011 January and the Tech told me she saw something there and when she did the test over she did it so hard that my breast hurt really bad and could not sleep well that night until i drank some pa...
if your mammogram is normal and if you dont feel any lump when you self examine your breast, it is very unlikely you have breast cancer. maybe that is why you are not referred to an oncologist. regular exercises and Yoga might help you
Need to stop my masturbation habit hi doctor I was marred man I use have sex with my wife but we far our realision not good other reason now I am single near 2half I doing my masturbation but I like stop to for get my wife I doing it now I think I nead to stop it or is ok to carry on cout u reply me thanking u dom
DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. There is nothing wrong in masturbating after marriage and there is no health issues. The pleasure arising out of masturbation and sexual intercourse are different and varying. So many people alternate between these two just to ...
Transplantation patient-pus formation on the upper right side of hip transplantation patient-pus formation on the upper right side of the hip area i am from hyderabad INDIA..my mother was on dialysis because of the kidney shrinkage when she was 36 and had undergone kidney transplantation in 2004 when she was 40....she...
If the discharge you are mentioning is of infective origin, then it should have responded to antibiotics. I would suggest you to get a pus culuture and sensitivity test done to know the status of the infection if any. That should help her. And for menstrual problems, it could be the added stress causing it and does not...
What causes rapid heart rate after having food? For the last couple of weeks, i have been getting full fast from eating, and shortly after I feel my heart rate speed up and i feel yuck. After a while it passes and I m hungry again. Also, I have this pain behind my sternum that gets relief from belching. I don t know w...
Hello, Your symptoms could be related to gastro-esophageal reflux or hiatal hernia. For this reason, I would recommend performing a chest X-ray study and a fibrogastroscopy. In the meantime, it is important trying to avoid large meals and eat more frequently in small meals. Hope you will find this answer helpful. Let m...
Suggest remedy for small hard lump behind the ear hi im 14 and i have a small fairly hard lump behind my right ear like on the bone .. it is kind of pointy and i have it for over two years its not red or sore and it hasn t gotten any bigger.. i wasn t really ever worried about it until now when i realized that it coul...
hi.it is best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a general surgeon, for medical and physical examination. based from your description, it could be a cyst (a sebaceous or a keratinous type). these lesions can occur anywhere in the body and have the tendency to recur. management (medical and surgical) will be dire...
Does masturbation affect fertility? Hi doc! I am 26 years old9 male. I do masturbation regularly, almost daily, sometimes twice or thrice a day depending on my sex urge. The query I had was that would this habit of mine would effect my reproduction chances. Imean will this decrease my chances of having a child if I ge...
Hello. Thanks for writing here.See masturbation has no relation with fertility. It does not affect reproduction in any way.So you need not to worry about this. Also fertility has nothing to do with frequency of masturbation.Masturbation has as such no negative effects.Hope I have answered your query.Thanks and regards....
Q. Does erythematous gastritis result in stomach cancer issues in future? Hi doctor, Four months back, I had issues of stomach bloating and frequent bowel movement. My DP did an endoscopy and found out the I had erythematous gastritis. He had prescribed medicine for one month. The issue of stomach bloating and frequen...
Hi. Erythematous gastritis is simply inflammation of stomach that can occur due to excessive stress, faulty lifestyle, alcohol, and painkiller abuse. Now following are your answers: It is not serious. You just need treatment for long duration. Unlikely to result in cancer. Take a combination of Pantoprazole and Domperi...
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion. Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect.
Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it...
Suggest treatment for lower back pain i m suffering from low back pains. The pain does not occur in normal position of standing or walking or running. The pain only occurs when I bend my back. Kindly suggest a solution. My age is 27. I live in Pakistan and I have been involved in average weight lifting for the past 6 ...
Hi,It seems that there might be having strain on back muscles while lifting some weight producing spasm of back muscles giving this type of pain.Take analgesic,muscle relaxant medicine for 2-3days.Apply some muscle relaxant cream locally.Ok and take care.
Suggest treatment for low sperm count while suffering from bipolar affective disorder Dear DoctorMailing you with a hope that your kind consideration and advice would pave a way to me to have a child. Since, I got married in 2008, and yet looking eagerly for a child. My Semen Analysis Report is appended blow, that sho...
Hello. You could be having some infection like seminal vesiculitis. Do get a Semen culture done and if it comes positive you might need a course of antibiotics. Your count is normal and the motility is not very good. But abnormal forms are problematic. This could also be due to infection. Why is the quantity only 1ml? ...
Suggest treatment for bleeding and stomach pain after drinking since drinking heavily on thursday evening i have had random bleeding and a large amount of stomach pain, i have felt sick to eat and suffered from wind, quite badly, i have PCOS, and wondering if this could be the cause of the random bleeding, or could th...
Hello,Welcome to HCM.I am Dr Rakesh Sharma answering your query.You have not mentioned which orifice you are bleeding from, But as you have mentioned PCOS and Pregnancy, I guess it is vaginal bleeding.Vaginal bleeding may not be due to drinking.If stomach pain and bleeding with vomiting, or bleeding with stools may b...
How to stop masturbation? I am 24, and am having a problem since i was 13, i used to do mastribution since 13 till now.but now a days it seems me that it takes only few seconds to get the sex. and i am feeling i am becoming week day by day. what should i do. i cant stop myself. My organ gets erected when i see any lig...
Hello,First of all, do not get influenced by any drugs claiming to eliminate sex drive. Masturbation is a normal phenomenon at your age and does not have any side effects on the body or mind unless you get addicted to it. Since you are feeling that masturbation is interfering with your normal functioning, you can try o...
Unless he puts fingre in anus he cant pass stool My father 88 yrs is saying unless he puts fingre in anus he cant pass stool. Can it be a surgical problem or is psychological?Pl. help. He is very weak now but insists in using Indian/ Orissa wc pan as in english toilet he is unable to put his hands down and unable to u...
well, let me explain you simply how defecation or passing stool works. one aspect is the tube that transmits the fecal matter and other aspect is the gate that opens to release the fecal matter. now the gate opening mechanism or medically known as fecal outlets is a very complex mechanism and involves many organs. ( fo...
Suggest cream for itching and cracked skin on hands hello doctor i m avita here, having skin problem on my hands(backside).i m getting eitching and cracked skin this problem is there from last 5 to 6 years it is cured for 2 to 3 months after taking medicine and then again comes.most of the doctors said that it is beca...
The symptoms you had mentioned are mostly suggestive of fungal infection for which you can take some antibiotic preferably cefadroxyl or doxycycline after an expert opinion along with avil or cetrizine for itching. You can use Vaseline and betnovate-c or clobit-gm cream for local application. If the problem is persiste...
Going through emotional turmoil due to non-supportive family. Ways to strengthen and keep spirits up? Dear doctor, am a 37 year old single working parent of two daughters of 9 and 5 years age. hail from a very dysfunctional family of abusive mother and non existent father, brothers who have been dependent on me for ye...
Hello...... Thanks for your query. I can understand your emotional turmoil. As you described you indeed belong to a very dysfunctional family setting. You require to meet a psychological counsellor for venting out your thoughts in person. Following this interpersonal or family therapy can be attempted to modify your fa...
What causes pain in trachea like muscle cramps in a teenager? My 16 year old daughter has had pain in her trachea several times in the last few weeks. It occurs in several spots. The first time we took her into a doctor who gave her a breathing treatment and x-rayed her chest. He couldn't find anything so he said s...
This can be due to multiple reasons. Trachea can be affected due to infections, birth abnormality, asthma etc. I would suggest you to get lung function test (spirometry) first.
What cause fibro lipoma and its treatment? i am diagnosed with giant fibro lipoma of the inner upper right leg. it is attached there but hangs down like a cows udder. measures approx. 9 in. by 13 in. weighs approx. 15 lbs. recently had EKG test, oxygen level lung x-rays, blood work. all these are good to very good. ul...
Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Fibrolipoma is the benign soft tissue tumor of fat cells. It is composed of fibrous tissue and adipose tissue. No need to worry. Treatment of choice is surgical excision. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered ...
Can adenoids cause snoring in a child? Hi My 7 year old daughter snores very loud and make alot of noise while she sleeps, she also sleeps with her mouth open. She often has a blocked nose feeling (and sound) and the doctor has given her a steroid nasal spray to use. I am concerned that her problem may be her adenoids...
Hi, thanks for the question. yes it could be due to adenoids you should see a ENT specialist he will examine ur child and if required will advise X ray after ruling out other causes to confirm enlarged adenoids. thank you
What does cortical thinning in right kidney with focal cortical scarring mean? There is mild cortical thinning involving the right kidney with the cortex appearing mildly echogenic. There is focal cortical scarring in the upper pole of the right kidney as well. Correlation with renal function studies is recommended. w...
HiThe finding indicates that the kidney has suffered from some sort of damage either by drugs, by infections, by inflammation or by other means like diabetes or hypertension etc. I will advice you to see a nephrologist who will do some blood tests and urine tests to find the cause of damage and advice ways to limit the...
Have lower back pain. Legs and feet are sore. Nausea, swollen glands, tiredness and dizziness. Advice? for the past five days i have been experiencing extreme lower back pain which i initially thought was sciatic pain because my legs and feet are also sore. it's been accompanied by bouts of nausea and dizziness - spec...
Hello As you didnt mention your age, it will be helpful to understand the problem. First of all you should go for X ray of Hip B/L or CT Scan of pelvic may require. And consult to a orthopedic surgeon. Persistant sore throat and swollen gland may be due acute tonsillitis , for the confirmation go to ENT specialist and ...
Suggest treatment for no motile sperms Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...Hello im gynecologest from syria i have an infertile 42 years old patient .the number and motility of her husbands sperms are normal but postcoital test showed 0 for motile sperms whats the best to be...
Hi, The treatment is based on the cause. Take thyroid and testosterone test and ultrasound scrotum to find out the cause.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. S. R. Raveendran, Sexologist
What causes a lump below the ribs? What is the organ below your left chest about 2 inches above your belly button? I stretched ad it rose up about 2 inches and is as hard as a golf ball and hurts and feels like someone is pressing down really hard and feels like it will rupture right now
Hi,Dear thanks for the query to HCM.Cause and treatment- for Your lump above belly button below ribcage-In my opinion -the lump -is mostly a-Entrapped- Epigastric hernia-as it hurts and has feeling that some one is pressing down with in abdomen and would rupture just NOW.Treatment for it-a-Surgeon consultation is advi...
Acne scars left, sensitive skin, new pimples keep coming. Using acnesol, Alokem, no help. Solution ? Hi. i am 22 years old guy, i have these acne scars left behind. And new pimples coming every 3-4 days. My skin is very sensitive and when i sleep with my face on the pillow...new pimples always come the next day. I hav...
Hi , Thanks for writing in. Acne is a hormonal disorder. When untreated or improperly treated acne can cause pigmentation and ugly scars on face. You should apply antibiotic like clindamycin in morning for 2 hours. Adapalene should be applied at night time. Washing your face with Himalaya neem face wash would be helpf...
Should walking be avoided while suffering from a knee fracture? I have a displaced fracture of the posterior aspect of the lateral tibial plateau as well as tear in the proximal fibers of the ACL.. I can walk without pain a bit. Should I be walking at all.
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your history, Yes, please avoid walking otherwise it increases tear and cause more harm. keep leg immobile. Kindly do x ray or MRI of knee and consult with orthopedician. Take support or help of other. You can take ta...
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem? Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem?
Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologis...
How to prevent pregnancy? i live in a place where the morning after pill is unavailable. i had an accident where the condom failed on me and my partner. I am concerned about getting pregnant. is there an alternative i can find or use in UAE? is there anything you suggest? please. 27 years, 9 stone, fairly healthy
Hello,You can take 4 regular combined pill within first 24 hrs of sex and another 4 pills after 12 hrs to avoid unwanted pregnancy. It will give more than 95% protection against unwanted pregnancy. Sooner is better.You will get a withdrawal bleeding within 5-7 days after taking pill and next period may be delayed for 1...
What causes moving sensation in chest after drinking hot liquid? whenever I drink somethink hot, like green tea, tea, hot lemon water or plain hot water i feel a slight sensation in chest moving left side for a very split second its not continous happens only when i consume something hot in liquids, or something dry l...
HIWell come to HCMThis could be due to your sensitivity and not because of any disease, if this does not cause any other symptoms like, vomiting, chest pain, discomfort in chest, swallowing difficulty, breathing difficulty, then this is nothing to worry, hope this information helps, take care, have a nice day.
Suggest treatment for severe soreness in the lower back My name is calvin I have been in the hospital past 2 days it started with a bleeding kidney,one of my old ones I have a new one and it is fine such pain I had never felt. Still feel like I have had trauma to ny back and lower parts what will ease the soerness?
Hello, I got your case history, it can be due to stone. Growth in kidney or trauma. However, after examination and tests like ultrasound, urine analysis and may be biopsy it can be decided what is the likely cause and accordingly treatment would be initiated. I suggest you visit an emergency room and get it addressed i...
Suffering from back pain, grade one spondylolysthesis, lumbar spondylosis. Surgery required? im a patient who is suffering from spondylolysthesis ... grade 1,spondylolysthesis of L5 over S1 vertebra.. Lumbar spondylosis ... i wanted to know what is the best way to get this done as i have continous back pain,should i g...
Hai, 1. Spondylolisthesis at L5/S1 grade -1 can be managed by Physiotherapy if pain is tolerable and not chronic. 2. If pain is intolerable or persistent despite adequate rest or if associated with numbness / weakness in lower limbs etc. then it warrants surgical correction. 3. Yes, after surgical fusion of the segment...
What causes light-headedness, dizziness, body tremors and blocked nose in a diabetic? Feeling lightheadedness, also dizziness, body shaking, and dry nose blockage. Sometimes just cannot breathe, also last 2 and 1/2 months, lost 4.5 kg. Suffering diabetes, taking Ameryl 1 mg , suffering from hyper tension, taking Telma...
Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The symptoms mentioned can occur when BP is too high, or there may be very low sugar (hypoglycemia). Since there is no mention about any BP readings or blood glucose levels (fasting, PP and HbA1c%), it is really difficult to...
Q. Is it possible to diagnose pulmonary fibrosis using chest x-ray? Hi doctor, I have been coughing since three weeks. My cough has changed from a dry hacking cough to a more productive cough with wheezing. I went to the doctor for the third time. So, my doctor decided to do a chest x-ray. Now along with a chest x-ray...
Hi. Pulmonary fibrosis is a chronic, and progressive disease of lungs with unknown etiology. Clinical, physiological and radiological criteria diagnose it. When there is a suspicion of pulmonary fibrosis, a chest x-ray is the first investigation. To confirm the diagnosis, a high-resolution CT scan is done, which can sh...
What is the cause of sharp chest pain? Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... Hi my mom says she has a real sharp pain right below her chest where her stomach and chest area meet in the middle by the rib cage...it causes her cold sweats and the pain goes to her back
Hello dearWarm welcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query regarding your mother in details .* This pain has different possible causes as - acute gastritis or duodenitis - ulcer stomach or duodenum - issues with pancreas - coronary insufficiency giving ischemia - others .* Need...
Taken amoxicillin for tooth infection, persisting minor toothache with headache traveling down the neck. Cause? I went to my dentist last week with toothache , he took an xray explained I have an infection under my tooth. He prescribed amoxcillin, which I finished today. All day todayi have had minor toothache but hav...
hello.. yes..this is most probably due to the tooth infection..antibiotics are not the final treatment ..they are just to control the infection.. u have to take the treatment either root canal treatment/extraction..final treatment will be decided by your dentist.. so look forward for the treatment get it done as soon a...
What causes hand pain and numbness? I have had type2diabetes for more than 35 years. have had periphial neur opothy forabout 25 of those years bilaterly in my feet. However it only manifests in making my feet feel coldBut about a yearago, my hands fbegan to fall asleep. but about six weeks ago, I awoke to find my hand...
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The pain and numbness in the hand can be related to neuropathy or nerve root compression at the level of cervical vertebra. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
How can a hard leg lump with itching and pain be treated? my 17 year old daughter has a red bump on her leg. It is hard, itchy and painful to touch. she had a similar bump last spring. She was put on antibiotics and we used a salt and hot water poltus to draw out the infection. At the time we thought it may have been ...
Hi,Dear,Thanks for your query to HCM.Studied your query in full depth of its details.Reviewed it in context of your health concerns.Based On the facts,You seem to suffer from-chronic boil with recurring activated infection-which is giving painful itchy lump on the leg,which is comparatively hard, due to its chronicity....
What does this urine test report of the infant indicate? Hi My baby girl Is 6 months old. We Just checked Urine and the result is follows Albumin - Nil Sugar - Nil DEPOSIT -WBC/HPF - 2-3 - RBC/HPF - 0-2 - CRYSTAL TYPE/HPF - NIL - CAST TYPE/HPF - NIL - EPITHELIAL CELLS/HPF - 2-3Is everthing alright? Please let me know....
Hi Thanks for posting your query in Health Care Magic Urine report of your baby is normal .Hope I answered your querythanks
What does non-itchy rash on stomach and chest indicate? My boyfriend has a rash on his chest, above his stomach, and his left upper arm. He has had the rash for over a week. He has applied a cortisone cream and it has not helped. It is not itchy. It has some raised indivdual bumps. He doesn't feel sick. What cou...
Hi...It may be herpes zoster most probably. However you consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. There may be burning sensation. It is a viral infection and might take 2 to 3 weeks to recover.I would suggest....- antiviral tablets like acyclovir 800 mg thrice a day- steroid in tapering ...
What is causing sub dermal cyst in right buttocks? I have a sub dermal cyst in my right buttocks. I work out twice a week with a personal trainer. It feels like the cyst is being aggravated by the muscles being formed in my buttocks. I am noticing a sensation running down my leg stopping at my ankle. I have an appoint...
Hello and welcome to HCM,Your history suggests that there is a lump in the buttock which was initially soft but has become hard now.Association with a sensation going down up to the ankle is suggestive of a nerve compression or nerve irritation.Lump in buttock can be due to soft tissue lesion or soft tissue tumor.A cli...
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion. Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect.
Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it...
What causes nose bleed in a child? Hi, My son who is 8 next month has been suffering the occaisional nose bleed, probably one every two months. They are very heavy. I suffered the same thing as a child. Last night he awoke to a nose bleed that came from both notrils. We managed to stop it quite quickly and today he ha...
Hi, welcome to HCM. Can understand your concerns. Most common cause of nose bleeding in child is nose picking. Other cause could be upper respiratory tract infection. Take care.
Can i get any infection if needle comes in contact with wound? im dealth in nursing yesterday i had a cut in my forefinger in da morning today near about at 2 pm while i was injecting a lady somehow side of da needle came in contact with da open wound of da forefinger but my wound was not bleeding as almost there was ...
Hi thanks for asking question.Here you have contact with needle but not bleed.So very less chance of getting infection.But still if you want to be on safe side do that lady's HIV and HBSag and HCV test.If source is HIv positive pep is taken.And if source is known case of hepatitis then antiglobulin is taken.Here very v...
When is the best time to have intercourse to get pregnant? I tested at home with I -sure Ovulation detection kit, which showed positive result on 22nd jan. and I am also doing a follicular study in the hospital , as per my doctor advice, but on the same day , 22nd Jan, the doctor said the egg is not ruptured. So shoul...
Yes you should try inercourse today and for next two days.. As follicle wud soon get ruptured. I mean follicular study will be positive
Does a ureteral stone get cured on its own? hello. yesterday i had a sonography. result hydronephrosis and hydroureter. the Doctor who done my sonography he said 3.5 mm stone in my ureter, will it pass by own.. currently i am feling no problem in passing of urine and drinking loads of water..
Hello, Stones less than 4mm usually pass by itself. As of now drink plenty of water as it will help to flush the stone away. If symptoms persist or in case of obstruction, surgical removal of the stone may be needed. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussai...
How can knee replacement surgery get infected with E coli? My dad had his knee replacement redone 21 days ago. After the first few days it started to weep ruby red blood at the bottom of the wound, this continued thru his week + stay in rehab. After 3 days at home ....the wound still leeking we returned to the dr. He ...
He, Infection can spread through various routes,like through blood or contigous sites and not necessarily through outside. Implications of an infected replacement are many and can range from initial trivial infections to implant loosening and failure. Initial line of treatment is based on iv antibiotics for 6 wks along...
Any advise for large hypodense areas in left cerebellum hemisphere with patchy area in right inferior cerebellar region? Hi l m sadiq.my uncle having a brain problem.the CT brain(plain) observations........................................... CEREBELLUM: there is evidence of large hypodense areas seen in most of the le...
Hi Mr Sadiq,Thank you for posting your query. I have also noted the CT scan report findings of your uncle.This report suggests a blood clot in cerebellum, located in the back of brain. This is due to blockage of blood supply there. The common risk factors for this brain stroke are high sugar, cholesterol and blood pres...
Q. l got a sore hard lump after the removal of wisdom tooth. Is it normal? Hello doctor,I just got one side of my wisdom teeth removed both upper and lower six days ago, and I have another one scheduled after two days for the left side. The upper is 100 % fine, which they pulled. The lower they pulled the tooth withou...
Hello. The lump is mostly a hard swelling which forms postsurgical removal of the wisdom tooth or maybe even by swollen lymph nodes due to infection. It takes a week or two for the swelling to subside. Sometimes, if the root is still inside, the infection may be remaining there causing swelling. Get an X-ray done to fi...
What causes lump on the shaft of the penis and white spots underneath the skin? Hello about 2 days ago I noticed a small growth halfway down on the shaft of my penis. Now it is about the size of a pea and is very hard and it hurts when I try to squeeze it. It has 2 tiny white spots underneath the skin on the growth an...
HI.This can be a wart or a granuloma. Being at such an organ, stop popping/ squeezing.Consult a Dermatologist for a proper diagnosis and treatment.
Any suggestion to reduce blood pressure? I'm a 44 year old woman. My blood pressure is consistently in the 140 - 150 range systolic and high 90's diastolic while I'm resting. I'm taking 20 mg of Lisinopril a day, walking for 30 minutes daily, watching my sodium intake, and trying to reduce my stress level. I'm also...
There are lots of treatments for high blood pressure. Life style changes are advised (ie, less alcohol, stop smoking, continuing the walking) and, if necessary, an extra drug can be added, such as a gentle water pill.
What causes left-sided chest pain when trying to bend wrist? about 3 months ago i woke up one morning and my chest kinda hurt. the pain was on my left side of my chest and i had trouble getting up and ready because of the pain i couldnt get up fast. the pain comes 3 or 4 times a month now randomly and it occurs when i...
Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. As a rule in left sided chest pain, we need to rule out cardiac cause first. So better to get done1. Ecg2. 2d echo3. Stress test. If all of the above tests are normal then no need to worry much for cardiac cause. You are having si...
What causes severe pain and redness in the toes? Hello, Hope that you re having a good Friday. I have a brief question and am trying to find the right place to go for an idea to what I may have. I have been to 2 foot doctors already that cannot explain the cause of my symptoms. Both of my feet are feeling excruciating...
Hello, It might be due to inflammatory causes like arthritis or gout. As of now, you can use analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like aceclofenac/serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopaedic and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can a...
Is Vomikind the right medicine for vomiting in infants? Hi dear..... My baby s 11 month old... he spit or u can say vomitting ... take out milk with very bad smell.. same his digestive system not able to digest... it’s a pure cow organic milk... Dr prescribed VOMAKIND.. but it’s only for stop vomitting ... what about ...
Hello,Yes, Vomikind is right medicine for vomiting in infant. But have to give as per his weight. For infection, you can give syrup Cefixime as per his weight after consultation.Maintain proper hygiene and give him pure water. I will suggest you to follow up with detailed history or consult with pediatrician for detail...
Spotting through period, sharp pain in abdomen. Worry? I am 24 years old and married. My periods have been regular and normal. Up until about 4 months ago, when i started to notice only spotting throughout my menstrual cycle. It ranges from a light brown to dark brown spotting. Not heavy at all. I mostly can only see ...
Hi Mrs alisha, welcome to Health care magic forum. You are 24 and married female, Upto 4 months back your periods were regular, but since that time they are scanty brownish in color. This is all suggest some infection, or poly cystic ovarian syndrome etc. I advise you to consult a gynacologist for diagnosis and treatme...
Suggest remedies for persistent head cold during pregnancy im two and half months pregnant and have a serious head cold. Ive had it for over a month now and doesnt seem to be getting better. My nose is either constantly or running. I was just wondering if there was anything i could take to help relieve some of the pa...
Respected user , HiWelcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query thoroughly .* This seems in relation with sinusitis following viral infection .* Suggestions for better recovery- Inhalation of vapors of boiled water added tincture benzoin or karvol plus capsules 3 times a day 5 min . each with bl...
What causes a white coating on the tongue? Hello I ve been experiencing a white coated tongue since January 2017 that just hasn t seem to go away. And I might add that my girlfriend is experiencing the same thing as well as my 4 year old son. All doctor s we ve seen have said it s looks like thrush but it was never co...
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.In my opinion, it must by Oral candidiasis. Please gargle with Hexidine mouth wash twice daily. Apply Candid mouth paint on white patch after gargling. If you do not get improvement after 2 weeks, do consult your dermatologist...
Q. I spilt hot tea on my thighs. What should I apply for rapid healing? Hello doctor, Tea spilled on my thighs last night and I can see swelling filled with water now. I have already applied silverex ointment yesterday night. What should I apply for rapid healing?
Hello. Scald After complete healing, we can think about removal of scar. There are special ointments for that too. For further follow up, consult a general practitioner online.--->
Have dark brown discharge a week before periods. On birth control pills. Had sex. Pregnancy? I've been having dark brown discharge about a week before my period. I am on birth control, I take the pills. Sometimes I take it a couple hours later than I should and I sex with my boyfriend. I had sex with my boyfriend when...
hello,Here, you need to undergo one blood test for beta-hCG and TVS scan (around 4 weeks from LMP) to rule out implantation bleeding. Other reasons are pelvic/ vaginal infection, old endometrial tissue, hormonal imbalance (with effect of the pill), uterine pathology etc.Following initial test reports, you consult with ...
Chronic microvascular disease of brain, mini stroke. Is it serious? I have chronic microvascular disease of the brain , I want to know how serious this is. I am 48 and uninsured so I cannot afford the mra the echo cardiogram or all the blood tests that the neurologist wants to do. I just want to know if it can kill me...
Microvascular disease of brain is usually seen due to hypertension, diabetes, and smoking; and in some instances due to high blood lipid levels, genetic conditions. It presents as repeated 'mini-strokes' leading to gradual stepwise deterioration in physical and mental abilities....and death. Also, the predisposing cond...
What causes sharp pain uptil fingertips in arm after lifting weights? pain in left armI'm a 23 year old healthy man, I worked out 3 days ago including lifting weights. A day after I noticed my left arm hurting and unable to put my arm straight out. when I try to straighten my arm a sharp pain goes all the way to my fi...
this type of pain usually occours due cervical spodylosis. You have probqbly caused imbalance of the neck muscles while working out. You will have to take medicine, apply analgesic ointment to the neck and give hot fomentation to the neck. It may take any thing between 3 days to 3 weeks
Suggest Ayurveda treatment for liver failure problem I am 52 year old, 5 feet 6 inch height, 79 kg, was suffering from liver failure problem, got treated for that Punarnava Ayuervedic hospital Udupi, and at Asian institute of Gastroentology Hyderabad, now Iam well, left drinking habit. May be because of heavy drinking...
Hello,Ayurveda may not be useful in this condition. Many of the Ayurvedic preparations contains heavy metals as their active content and might further worsen the conditions. Consult a gastroenterologist and he will direct you accordingly.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards,...
Is Ceftum 500mg right medication for recurred typhoid? Sir I am suffering from typhoid two times within two months so what is the basic reason for return back just now as per doctor advise i am taking CEFTUM 500 mg tablet this is right medicine or not please suggest to meEmail ID: YYYY@YYYY S.P.Sharma
llo,I understand your concern.I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious diseases specialist, answering your query.In my opinion you should continue with the drug.Ceftum is right drug continue and complete the course. There is chance of recurrence of typhoid if complete treatment is not taken.I suggest you not to take more bulky d...
What is the suggestion for conflicting reports in echo cardiogram about ascending arota? I was first diagnosed with borderline ectasia of the ascending aorta at 3.6 cm back in 2010 via CT scan. In 2011 it grew to 3.8 cm via CT Scan. In 2012 it grew to 4.0 cm on CT and it was reported as 3.8 cm with echocardiogram done...
Hi,Actually, there can be some variabilities between echocardiograms, there can be interoperator and intraoperator variability. And small differences are acceptable. According to your results, there is difference of 2 mm, it is ok. The important thing is the aorta didn't dilated since the last exam.Also you should con...
Suggest treatment for chest pain post dengue fever treatment Hello sir last month i got dengue fever but still now i got pain and uneasy at left chest before infection i got sinus infection doctor told me that i got migraine type of headache how can i save from other 3serotypes can you tell me please iam so worse.
hi dear...at begining i would like to tell you that dengue fever is aviral disease and transmitted by mosquitoe bite ...one of the most common symptom of dengue fever is muscle pain , but we should take seriously your complaint as there are some complications of dengue fever ...you need to do ct scan of the chest and ...
Having swollen tongue, fluid filled swellings inside the throat, headache and fatigue. History of tonsils and adenoids removal. Due to allergy? Why do I keep getting these small pockets of fluid, on each side of my throat (near thyroid area) along with a headache, sore throat , fatigue and sometimes a swollen tongue? ...
this is chronic recurrent sinusitis and there are chances of postnasal drip which increases in rain it might ballergic fungal sinusitis you get your xray pns done if there is you can take antifungal+antiallrtgic treatment for 3 months and then follow treatment of allergies by sublimgual immunotherapyr
How to treat a painful Verruca on feet, antibiotics offered no relief? I had a verruca appear 4 months ago . I thought i had rid of it but now i have a large yellowy hard lump which looks very swollen. and it is so painful to walk on . I am my 3rd course of antibiotics from the doctor but they havent done any good. H...
Hi,I did review your concern. Verruca on feet need to be examined before being treated. A biopsy may be warranted if needed. You are doing right thing by going to see a dermatologist. Verruca is generally due to Human papilloma virus and antibiotics dont work with them. they are generally treated by surgical removal, s...
Has painful movable lump on jaw line. Needs wisdom teeth to be removed. Related? My daughter saw our dentist today because she has a painful lump on her jaw line that moves under her finger and she has a small one starting on the left side of her jaw also, dentist said she needs 4 wisdom teeth out asap since they are ...
Hello,Thanks for writing to us.Since your dentist has diagnosed cause of lump under jaw line being the impacted wisdom tooth,get the teeth either extracted or retained depending on space available for tooth eruption.Meanwhile,Take amoxycillin as well as diclofenac tablets.Gargle frequently with warm saline or betadine....
Can Pradaxa cause hematospermia? Have had several episodes of blood in semen since beginning Pradaxa several months ago (for atrial fibrillation. No blood visible in urine and urine test confirms. Is it likely that Pradaxa is the cause of the hematospermia? Is this anything to worry about?
Good day and thank you for being with healthcare magic!!!Yes pradaxa would make you at risk for bleeding in the seminal vesicle especially after sexual activity or rigorous ejaculation. It is also better to have your prostate checked to rule out prostate pathology that may cause the blood in the semen. Prostate should...
What are the medications for the fatty liver? since 12 Dec 2013 , I am taking Udiliv 300 (instead of hepaxa 300) twice a day and Rose day 10mg(instead of Rozat 10) & Febutaz 40... 1.Is there any other alternate medicine for fatty liver other than udiliv 300? 2.Now I am working in foreign country, what should I do to c...
HIThank for asking to HCM I really appreciate your concern, the underlying cause is important for the fatty liver, here the other testing report are missing like LFT (Liver function test ) if the condition is asymptomatic then no need to worry about this, if you are alcoholic then you need to stop the alcohol consumpti...
Why am I having pain in my right knee? I have some pain in the right knee. The pain is kind of a shock wave and comes occasionally. This was happening quite rarely from past few months and was momentary. However since past two days the frequency and intensity have increased. I got the X-Rays and the Doctor concluded t...
Hi..The pain in your Right knee may be from your patellofemoral joint..Due to undue strain placed on knee..muscle imbalance around the knee especially front thigh muscles...get tight increasing the compression of knee cap on one side leading to pain and discomfort..If you were under my treatment.. I would like you to D...
Irregular periods, on medication. Got pregnant, miscarried. Ovarian drilling done, taking clomid, hormone injections. Chances of pregnancy? Hi Doctor. I m 29, height 165cm and weight 95kg. 4 years married and no kids yet. My history : I had irregular periods since my puberty at age of 10. Before married, took treatmen...
Dear Malini, Weight loss and metformin is the best treatment to regulate cycles and resume ovulation and is successful in 50 to 70% cases. But ovulation does not guarantee pregnancy. You must loose about 25 to 30 kg weight for this. If ovulation induction with clomid and IUI has not been successful then chances of preg...
Suggest treatment for lumbar lordosis and muscle spasm hello doctor ,my age is 26 and i am suffering from lumber lordosis and muscle spasm and currently taking treatment with an orthopaedician for nearly 3 months but there is no improvement .
Hi, First and foremost, get your MRI scan done to know the exact cause of your lordosis, strictly avoid weight lifting and forward bending, take physiotherapy, give hot fomentation, apply diclofenac gel on your back. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jaideep Gaver, O...
Could non functioning pituitary tumour be causing throbbing sensation in the head? I have been diagnosed with a non functioning pituitary tumor. Last night my head started hurting on the left side but it wasnt a constant pain. It will throb every minute or so...sometimes every thirty seconds. It is very painful and...
Hello!Welcome on Healthcaremagic!Headaches are common symptoms of pituitary gland tumors. But your headache characteristics is not typical of this disorder. The throbbing headaches, could be related to migraine or high blood pressure. Did you measure your blood pressure values?Anyway, if the problem persists, I would ...
Q. I have abscess on my balls and jock itch. What to do? Hello doctor, I am a 19 years old male. I have an abscess on my balls, it is reddish and feels pain, but not much. I have a jock itch right now. I am worried because I saw some terrible pictures on the internet. I think I got bite by something as I mentioned the...
Hello. I looked through the photographs. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). There is a small pustule in the scrotum and you seem to have a fungal infection in the groin. For the fungal infection take a tablet of Fluconazole 150 mg once followed by the same tablet one week later. Also, wash the area with ...
Are Vitamin B7 Biotin tablets effective in treating hair fall? Sir....I had hair fall.....so met with. A doctor.....he suggest me.....vb7 biotin tablets USP 5mg for. 15 days....also he prescribed a DANClear shamboo....after 15 th day 1 met with doctor....he prescribed vb7 forte tablet...and morr f 5% lotion ...now I u...
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.For dandruff issues, do continue Danclear shampoo. Morr F 5% lotion takes a minimum period of 6 months for its initial effect. So you have to be patient. Coming to Biotin tablets, biotin tablets have a role in hair growth but...
Kidney transplant involves steps such as? What if it is from third party? Respected sir my elder brother who is only 19 year old. he have kidney problem so doctor suggested for kidney transplant . and i am getting kidney doner from third party out of family and relative. so one our labour who work our shop they agree ...
Hi young man. I am not sure which part of the world you are mailing from. In India, the situation of possible unrelated transplant varies depending on the state. I practice in Karnataka and it is very strict here (for the right reasons) and we don't do any unrelated transplants. I will be surprised if any nephrologist/...
Would braces benefit in treating crooked and spaced out teeth? Hi, I'm just wondering if I could really benefit from braces or if you think that they would be good for me. Well about twelve months ago at my family dentist appointment I was told that they recommend getting braces to fix a couple of things, but at my re...
Thanks for using Health Care Magic.Read your query.Yes an orthodontist will be in a better position to help you evaluate whether you need an orthodontic treatment or not.Correction of overbite along with spacing of teeth will usually require a orthodontic correction but planned properly. Once the treatment is started ,...
What causes fever,raised heart beat and weakness after getting a tattoo? I just had a 5 1/2 tattoo completed on my right shinbone.I am no stranger to tattoos, I have plenty. However, I feel very weak, shakey, and very sleepy. I am also running a fever. I don t remember the last time I ran a fever. I feel very weak and...
HI, thanks for using healthcare magicFever, fatigue and weakness are symptoms of infection. This may or may not be related to your recent tattoo.If the tattoo area appears infected- warm, tender, increased redness, pain- then it is possible that there is a connected and antibiotic treatment may be neededIf there is no ...
Having numbness after a by pass heart surgery Am a retired person & got bye-pass heart surgery in 2004.Now I feel numbness in left side body.My Dr asked me to get MRI SCAN BRAIN test.Pl give reply which center can approach to low cost @ Chennai city
hi welcome to healthcaremagic.. mri brainscan will cost u between 5000-10000..if u go to apollo, definately it will be higher.. i would suggest u to get it from bharat diagnostics because even the radiologists opinion are important..
Should i consult a nephrologist or rheumatologist for treating microscopic polyangiitis? My daughter has microscopic polyangiitis and I want to know whether she needs to see a nephrologist or rheumatologist. It is of the kidneys. She has a doctor who has been treating her but is very unhappy with the lack of coope...
Hi,It will be better to consult a nephrologist. Some more investigations need to be done to find out the extent of disease in kidney.The customary treatment involves long term dosage of prednisone, alternated or combined with cytotoxic drugs, such as cyclophosphamide or azathioprine.Do consider a positive feedback as a...
Diagnosed with kidney stones and lost some weight. Done with CT scan. What is the disease called? I'm 35years old in good health just went to ER was diagnosed with kidney stones I was in severe pain. Took medications within24hrs passed kidney stones feel better but CT scanning said there's 4 more still around mite n...
Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic Weight loss can be intentional or unintentional. If you have not modified your diet or increased your level of activity in an attempt to lose weight then you need to see your doctor for an assessment. Unintentional weight loss can be related to any chronic (longstanding) illness, k...
What are the findings from the liver function test? ALT - 72, AST - 57. NEVER Used Alcohol in my life, don t even take medicines with Alcohol like Nyquil - 100% teetotaler since birth. Have been told I have a fatty liver . Age: 47, non-smoker (never smoked), no tobacco of any kind - ever. Questions: 1. Are these dange...
Dear Friend.Welcome to HCM.I am Dr Anshul Varshney.I understand your concern.I advise you to get your self tested for Hepatitis B , C , Autoimmune Hepatitis.If all are negative , we can say that you have Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease NAFLD.You should share with us your full liver function test .I would recommend yo...
What causes swollen glands and itchy throat post root canal treatment? My Mother recently had a tooth pulled, and two root canals. A few weeks later she started getting a scratchy throat and golf-ball sized swollen glands. All of that turned into a very bad cold...head and sinus area mostly. She has been on Bactrim fo...
Hello,I can understand your concern. Teeth extractions and root canal treatments do not have any causative factor in development of throat infection. In addition, the throat problems and swelling have started after a few weeks of completing dental treatments. As you are suggesting that your mother has a bad episode of ...
How to determine rickets in a 20 months old? Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...MY DAUGHTER 20 MONTHS OLD,WITH SLIGHT CURVED LEGS,HAVING SERUM CALCIUM 10.1mg/DL,SERUM PHOSPHATE 4.9mg/DL.ALKALINE PHOSPHTASE390U/L OTHER ACTIVITES ARE NORMAL .IS SHE HAVING RICKETS
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your description the child has curved legs. does she has knock knee as well? I feel it's a good idea to visit a pediatrician, he/she will be able to diagnose and treat the problem. These matters can not be commented on...