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How can rashes and blisters on vagina and thighs be treated?
Hello doctor, I have a rash on my inner thighs and blisters around my vaginal area that itches and produces puss. It hurts when i try to clean that area in the shower. My boyfriend also told me that he is begiinning to get the same rash on his inner thigh. Wnat can it be? | Hi,I can understand your concern for rashes and blisters on vagina and thighs. There can be multiple possibilities of the rashes and blisters on vagina and thighs and it requires a close physical examination to diagnose the exact entity of the problem.In my view correlating with the facts you have provided it appears to be fungal infection of the area.I suggest you to meet a dermatologist to for proper therapy. In between you should wash the area properly. If I were your dermatologist then presumptively would have preferred to apply an antifungal cream such as clotrimazole or miconazole. You can take an antihistamine such as loratadine for once a day if itching is present.Do not try to pinch, pop or squeeze the area as it may cause secondary infection of the area.All the best | |
Hearing heartbeat in ears, ear canals burning and itchy, have allergy, using ocean nasal spray, swollen lymph node
I have been hearing my heartbeat in both ears for 3 days now. It is so annoying, as it comes and goes throughout the day. My ear canals are burning a slightly and itchy. My sinuses also seem to be really dry, as I have bas allergies . I have been using Ocean Nasal spray for the past 2 days hoping the whooshing sound will go away. I also had a swollen lymph node near my ear a few weeks ago, but it has no almost gone completely away. What do I need to do to get the whooshing sound to go away? | hi, this looks like blocked eustesain tube due to upper respiratory tract infection. you need antibiotics, analgesics and nasal decongesants which makes the tubes open and you will be symtom free. meet ENT specialist. | |
Is the contusion related to a MVA?
Hi I am curious if I could get an unbiased opinion of my most recent MRI. I am slightly confused of what to make of it. I am searching for some1 basically to tell me if the contusion is related possibly related to a MVA where I was the passenger We got rear ended. Can u review my MRI? | Hello,An MRI may provide some insight on that regard, but there is no guarantee it will provide a clear answer.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Olsi Taka | |
I have rash and fever with endometrium TB
Hi I have diagnosed with endometrium TB. Completed 1 month treatment with Rif+INH. For other two drugs I have rash and fever . So may continue with two drugs only. Is it right way and how long to follow this treatment. | Hi Welcome to Health care Magic fever and rashes are due to the side effects of anti TB drugs.. yes you must continue drugs until the complete dose... dose depends on the category whether 6 or 8 months.. consult gynaecologist and doctor for TB& chest diseases. | |
How to get rid breathing problem and his lungs are weak ?
hello doctor , my friend,age 19,has frequent breathing problems and his lungs are weak. i would like to know what kind of food will strenthen his lungs? also, he goes to a gym, is it advisable for him to continue doing so? | Hi Welcome to Healthcare Magic Forum Please mention his symptoms. Breathing problem can be- asthma, bronchitis, a condition of the heart etc... Also what treatment he/she is taking for this. How long has he/she had it? Good nutritious diet is must here, to keep the immunity up. Exercise and gym can be suggested only if the name of condition is known. Takecare For further enq- dranshita.rathore@yahoo.co.in | |
What causes loss of period and stomach cramps with birth control?
Hi. I'm 19, 5'5" and about 150lbs. I'm currently on birth control but missed my last period. It was supposed to start 2 days but didn't. In the last week I've had a pretty bad cold. I have not missed a period since starting my birth control. I've had cramps but nothing accompianed with it. I have also experienced pain in my ribs and lower back. I'm just worried about what it could be. | Hi, welcome to healthcare magic, you don't worry at all. If you took pills regularly then chance of getting pregnant is very rare. you may get period within 1 week of last pill. And your back ache and rib pain may be due to cold, not related to pills or pregnancy. Take care don't worry. | |
Does breast discharge prevent pregnancy?
I am 23 and am getting married soon, me and my boyfriend we have been trying to fall pregnant since last year bt with no luck. before i met him I had an abortion and I think that might be the reason why I am not conceiving. I experience white discharge on my breast when i sqeeze them. does breast discharge prevent pregnancy? | hello...thanks for trusting the healthcare magic doctors for ur health related queries.I guess ur concern is about..does breast discharge prevent pregnancy...right.well..YES, when there milk discharge from the breast it will prevent pregnancy. if u have milk discharge from ur breast then it will prevent pregnancy.as u told that u had abortion, that may be the case of milk discharge from the breast, but abortion itself doesn't effect the future pregnancy.let us discuss about the discharge u have in ur breast. if u have milky discharge that means u had high prolactin hormone in ur body. prolactin hormone is responsible for the milky discharge from the breast. it is usually high after delivery of the baby or any prolactin secreting tumor in the brain. these all conditions causes high prolactin level which causes difficulty in conceiving.but DON'T WORRY..EVERY PROBLEM HAVE SOLUTION. once ur breast will gone u can conceive. RELAX..KEEP PATIENCE.with the above discussion u can try out my suggestions-1. visit nearby gynecologist. feel free to ask about ur problem. He/she can help u.2. u r come under reproductive age group( age from 15-45 years came under this group,in this group chances of getting pregnancy is high). so DON'T WORRY.3. if u r in hurry then visit nearby infertility specialist. He/she can help u.I hope the above information is useful, informative and helpful for u.regards-Dr sudha rani panagar( i can understand ur situation, u can get pregnancy in future, NOTHING TO WORRY. I pray the God that u will be blessed with a cute n healthy baby..hopefully TWINS) | |
How can depression be treated?
I have a new job that, requires me to work 12 hour night shifts but i, always fall asleep. Ive tried everything. Itsworth mentioning i auffer from depression and i take a high dose of Serttaline everyday/night. What can i. Do as the depression is. Creeping back in because of not being in a routine. | in my opinion therapy with a psychotherapist can be useful . especially cognitive behavioral therapy also antidepressants regular intake is helpfulexercise daily for 30 minutes would be highly beneficial | |
Q. Ultrasound report of an 82-year-old woman suggest gallbladder extension. What should be done?
Hello doctor, | Hi. I have read through your query in detail. Please find my observations below. The gall bladder is a bag-like organ adjacent to the liver where bile gets collected. When we eat food at that time the bile is released from the gall bladder into the small intestine. The patient has the formation of sludge within the gall bladder. This happens when the person does not have food on time and does regular fasting. It might also happen in those who take a lot of oily food. What happens is that the bile acids cannot get expelled because the person does not eat food regularly. If the bile stays in the gall bladder for longer periods then there is sedimentation and the bile solidifies into a semisolid consistency called gallbladder sludge. After a few weeks and if not treated then the sludge will transform into stone. Pantodac is a medicine to reduce acid formation in the stomach and treat gastritis. Ulyses 150 is ursodeoxycholic acid and is given to dissolve the gall bladder sludge and prevent stone formation. Please get liver function test repeated every two months if she is given this medicine for a longer duration. Please continue giving the medicines as recommended by your doctor. Most important is to make her eat in small amounts of food at regular intervals. Since she is elderly therefore the food should be prepared with less oil and made easily digestible. Also, give her adequate amounts of water and fresh juices. | |
What causes sharp pain in lower left lung and difficulty in exhaling?
I have a sharp pain in my lower left lung, around what seems to be the perimeter of the lung. It worsens when I lay down on my left side and I can't exhale without pain erupting. Last fall I was diagnosed with Pericardial Catch Syndrome. But now I think it may be something more. | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. By your history and description, possibility of pleurisy is more. Pleurisy is inflammation of pleura. And it is seen mostly with lung infection. So we need to first rule out lung infection in your case. So get done clinical examination of respiratory system and chest x ray. You may need antibiotics, antihistamines and anti inflammatory drugs. Application of warm water pad on affected areas is also helpful. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Is a periods followed by brown discharge common when we take unwanted 72 after sex ?
hi iam 24 years old , i had sex with my bf on 23rd november and my period has com e on 16th november to 21 november . after having sex i taken unwanted 72 on 24th around 1.30 pm . i got again period on 1december and remain till 5 december . now brown discharge coming . i did pregnancy test on 31 dec but was negative when will my next period come | Thanku for writing in HMC,firstly we need to know how are your cycles, regular or irregular, comes in how many days and lasts for how many days. most women have periods every 28 days lasting 4-5 days. this may vary from individual to individual due to various factors like hormones , stress, food habits etc. most women complain of irregular cycles for 1-3 months after taken an emergency pill(unwanted pill) .ovulation occurs between the 9th-18th day (or 14 days before the expected next period date). you have had intercourse on the 7th day and your next period has come 14 days before the next expected period(14th dec) which is not usual. next period should have come on 29th dec (taking your last period date as 1st dec), however irregular periods are common like i said in many women. clots and pain with heavy bleeding could suggest an abortion if at all you had concieved. wait for the next period and see if you still have discharge and uncommon symptoms. if yes, get a scan done or consult your gynecologist. thank you | |
How to get rid of the frenulum?
i have a frenulum piercing right where normaly there is some skin between frenulum and penis . so right in the middle of the frenulum. now i want to get rid of that frenulum. i was thinking to just cut it off but am affraied about bleeding, i was also thinking to tie it off at the 2 endings and wait till is dead and fall off. what way do you advize me to use? i have emla cream , plaster, razor blade and thread. how painfull would that procedures be and how much bleeding involved?thank you | Hello, There are experts available for this procedure, who regularly do this procedure, called SURGEONS. I would advise not to do the procedure on your own, there are chances of Bleeding - you cant control by normal thread or pressure. Infection - you won't be having a sterile material with you. Don't experiment on yourself. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr S.R.Raveendran, Sexologist | |
Should I ask for a second opinion regarding functioning of kidneys and kidney stones ?
Hi there, I am 49 years of age, female from staffordshire england. I would like to ask some advice about kidney stones . When I was 46 I was diagnosed with 16 kidney stones, 9 in the left, 7 in the right. My urologist performed all the usual tests which were normal. I was told they were embedded and I probably would never pass them,so I have yearly check ups. I am in pain most of the time but he tells me I shouldnt be and its dismissed. Recently on my yearly visit he told me that they had moved and I had a ct scan . He said the kidneys were draining well and there were no blockages so Ill see him again in a year. When I first found out I had kidney stones I was also referred to a nephrologist because of protein in my urine. She advised I had stage three kidney disease caused by the kidney stones then referred me back to GP to monitor my kidney function every 6 months. My recent kidney function test has gone down again it is now 50. I am in pain most of the time in my kidneys especially the right. Is this normal procedure or should i look for a second opinion. | hello you have done ct scan what is the report . the stone in the kidney is as was previously. the stone can be browken by laser treatment, the pain is due to stone. thake second opinion. the current report of ct scan /USG/ Xray any one is needed. hope you understand wishing you good health. | |
Suggest diet plan to manage uric acid levels in blood
my father, age 46, is diabetic since a decade.. recently, he took tests and found out that he has high levels of uric acid in his body.. he had been taking dietary supplements in excess due 2 which there has been an abnormal increase in protein levels..what diet plan would u suggest for him? | Hi,Thanks for asking.Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. Diet should be poor in purine rich food like offal, shell fish, crustacean, meat, sausages etc.2. Avoid alcohol and take a low fat diet.3. Take plenty of water. Weight reduction is necessary.4. fresh fruits, vegetables and high fiber diet will be helpful.Hope it helps.Any further queries, happy to help again. | |
How can a pilonidal cyst be treated?
I have been diagnosed with neuropathy, Parkinson s and after seven MRI s my neurologist tells me that I have something wrong, but he does not know what it is. Now I have a sympton that I think may be a clue. For years I have had a cyst or fistula on my lower spine that opens and drains periodically. A few days ago, it opened and my symptoms began to subside and improved. The doctors so not see a connection here because I guess nothing has shown upon the MRI s. It as been called a palodinal (sp) cyst, but there is no hair or other debree noticeable -- just clear or pink fluid. I have moved w/in the past couple of years and have not found the right doctors. There seems to be no team effort w/in the system that I am using. I do not think the doctors talk to each other at all! The new internist told me that I need to see a surgeon, but suggested that I go back to the one I used who is 130 miles away. I am not able to drive that far because I can hardly walk w/out a cane or walker. | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. A pilonidal cyst or sinus is a cyst in the lowest part of column or in tailbone area. It may contain inside hair or skin remnants. Treatment is surgery under local anesthesia. Usualy there is no connection between the cyst and neurological symptoms. However there are isolated cases reported of sacral or lumbar osteomyelitis and epidural abscess as a complication of pilonidal cyst. I suggest you to discus with your Doctor the possibility of plain radiographs of your lumbosacral column. I also suggest to treat the cyst surgically, it is a simple procedure under local anesthesia. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. | |
What causes small red spots with fever due to bug bites?
My son had a few seed ticks on him on Sunday, along with small bug bites. We were in the woods around water during the weekend, so I wasn t concerned. The last two days more and more bites have appeared and we are now home. The other members of the household only have a few bites, but he has over 100!!! They are small red spots with a blister in the middle. Very itchy. | HIThis is likely scabies even if nobody else has it like he doesHe needs a prescription for permethrin cream to treat it | |
Cough and shivery feeling, alergic to sulphur, breathing problem
My mother is 76yrs old she is very energetic and spritely she is only 5ft. She drives to church functions and bakes and walks 3kms 3 times a week. Then 4 weeks ago she did have a cough and felt shivery - her doctor gave he cough mixture but she is alergic to any sulphur and after taking some of the mixture she started to feel out of breath . The chemist checked and it did not contain sulphur but did have codiene. She does have the abnormal rhythm of her heart and is on medication for that which has never been a problem for her. She has not been exercising or going out for the last 4 weeks as she just has not been feeling well and has shortness of breath on and off. She does not have the shivers anymore it is only the lack of energy and shortness of breath. She has had blood tests and and ecg which have not shown up anything. I would be grateful if you could give me some idea of what this problem may be leading to. Her doctor said the next step is to send her to a specialist. Look forward to your feed back | IF THE PARTOENT HAS ALLERIES HE MAY HAVE ALLERGIES TO DRUGS ALSOPARACETAMOL DISPRIN ASPIRIN IBUPRUFEN CALCIUM VITAMINS IRON MULTIVITAMINS AND SOMETIME CODEINE ALSO TRIGGER THE RESPIRATORY ALLERGYYOU NEED TO CHECK WHICH MEDICINES ARE ALLERIC TO HERIN MEAN TIME YOU CAN START WITH BRONCHODILATOR SYP BD AND TAB MONTELUCAST 10 MG BDYOU CAN CONTINUE LONG WITHOUT SIDE EFFECTS AND THERE ARE RARE CHANCES OF ALLERGY IN THESE SALTS | |
What causes pain in leg and difficulty in walking?
I had a mole removed from my leg that came back as a Dysplastic Nevus with Spitzoid Features completely excised - 7 years later I have alot of pain in this leg that effects my ability to walk for any distance as well as sleeping at nite. My question is could one have anything to do with the other ? | Hello, The extreme pain in the leg can be due to osteoarthritis, muscle spasm or low levels of calcium or vitamin D3. Any local pathology also needs to be ruled out. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
Suggest treatment for penile yeast infection
i had a penile yeast infection about 8 months ago which never went away completely. it comes back every time i have sexual intercourse. what is wrong with me is it really just a yeast infection or is it something worse since the condition has worsened now. | Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I understand your concern. Recurrent yeast infection of the penis could be due to following reasons: 1. Poor genital hygiene. 2. Resistance of the organism to the medications used. 3. Repeated infection from your partner. 4. Poor immune status. Kindly do the following to overcome your problem. 1. Get a fungal swab culture and sensitivity done to know the nature of organism causing infection and which drug it is sensitive to for administering appropriate medication. Kindly take a complete course of anti-fungal medication. 2. Maintain good genital hygiene by washing with warm water and mild antiseptic solution like Savlon twice daily. 3. Treat your partner simultaneously with the same drug. She also needs to take care in maintaining good genital hygiene. 4. Take multivitamin - multimineral capsules and protein supplements to boost your immune status. Abstain from sexual activities till the lesions heal completely. It would be advisable to use barrier methods like condoms during sexual activity. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best. | |
What is the solution for severe pain in back, hip and groin?
I m a 62 year old woman and having severe pain in back, hip, groan area, Have been told I have pelvic fractures , sacram fractures, I have had MRI, ct scans, blood work, dexa scan, bone scan, been close to a year, I m taking blood pressure meds, amlodipine prinzide, need answers, why I can t get believe, thanks | HIWell come to HCMAppreciate thatWhether these are the really fracture and confirmed or just suspected these, if these are the fractures then these need to be managed accordingly or if this is just query then this need to be ruled outAdvise: pain can be managed with NSIAD (Non-Steroid Anti-Inflammatory Drug )Treatment: Try to low the stress level Medication;Tab Ibuprofen 400 mg three times in dayWhat ever the clinical condition is there you suppose to face this and if you did this soon you would be out of this conditions, hope this helps, take care. | |
What causes high sugar and protein in the urine while on Percocet?
My Dr. Has found that I have sugar and protein in my urine. I have high bloodpresser and take medication for that . I also take Percocet for chronic pain . I am due to take another blood test in July . Is there a way for me to stop this leakage of protein and sugar ? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Percocet tablets are unlikely to cause any "leakage" of protein or sugar in urine. This happens particularly if you have developed high blood glucose, (above 180 mg) then only glucose is excreted in the urine by kidneys. This is a sign of developing diabetes. As regards protein in urine, normally no proteins are excreted. That is a sign of some problem with kidney function. It can happen in various conditions including diabetes. So it is essential to get your blood glucose tested (fasting, PP, and HbA1c%) also kidney function test done. That will clarify the reasons.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Prabhakar Laxman Jathar | |
Why does the foot keep hurting after twisting the ankle years ago?
I twisted my ankle & both sides of my foot still hurts... Did this August 2013. I am currently on steroid pack but doesn t seem to be helping . Any suggestions. I have had an MRI & showed fluid around the lateral part of the ankle so I just try & put ice on it to help with swelling . So my question is why is it still bothering me. | You have chronic instability of ankle resultated in effusion of lateral sideDefinitely your movement of affected ankle would b less than the other side.so you must see a physio they will mobilize your ankle and perform glides and accessory glides which will normalize the range of motion further they will strengthen your ankle muscle in midrange and last they will give you balance board and wobel board to improve proprioception and condition your ankle to cope up injury and sudden twist happen in daily living.For right now as home program you must do iceing 10 to 15 minutes 4 time a day adding to rest in elevation and range of motion exercises and circular kneading with finger pad to mobilze swelling .and then keep you leg in elevated position and just do active ankle pump exercise. | |
Suggest treatment for stomach infection
I had stomach infection two days back n a week before I had low grade fever varying between 98.8 to 99.1C. Doctor prescribed me Orni 500 twice a day for 5 days n pantoacid 40 once daily. I am suffering from dizziness n nausea since yesterday after taking orni 500. Can I stop taking the medicine after 3 days? | Hello,Welcome to Healthcare magic.Please consult your doctor and do some lab test like stool examinations and blood test.If amoebic infection is confirmed, then tablets given by your doctor are perfect.Also do ultrasonography of stomach to find out any other cause.Take proper rest and do some light exercise.Avoid heavy diet.Take small frequent meals.Take liquid diet more.For dizziness and nausea, consult your doctor.Take ORS powder with water as much you can drink.Hope all will be fine.Thanks for contacting us.Take care... | |
Q. Why am I getting chest pain while having food?
Hi doctor,I am having chest pain or esophagus pain while having food for the last two days. The pain is repeated for every 5 to 10 minutes. Please help. | Hi. There are many causes of chest pain. Pain while eating food is related to esophageal disorders like esophagitis, esophageal erosions, gastroesophageal reflux disease, esophageal spasm or peptic ulcer disease. The serious causes of chest pain like heart related problems and myocardial infarction needs to be ruled out. So, I suggest you to get an ECG done (electrocardiogram) and consult a physician as soon as possible to make sure there is no heart problem. You can take some antacid syrup 10 mL thrice daily for five days. You can also take some antacid drug twice daily on an empty stomach for five days. Consult a gastroenterologist in person for a physical evaluation. Avoid tea, coffee, oily and spicy food. 1. Esophagitis. 2. Peptic ulcer disease. 3. Esophageal spasm. 4. Heart related problems. For further information consult an internal medicine physician online.---> | |
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 gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
What causes nausea and itchy skin?
hi i have a general query regarding my mom's health....for few days she feels nausea and itching on a skin....this same attacked just one year before...so i just need a help...what exactly disease is that and what would be the general treatment? | Hi,Itching over body skin since long time could be due to subcutaneous candidiasis, a topic dermatitis, allergic reactions,urticaria or hives, or some medical disorders like DM,jaundice, uremia etc.Your mother must try antifungal oral medications once with the help of dermatologist with other supportive treatment.Also you can take immunoglobulins with consultation of dermatologist.If still no diagnosis or cure then it would be advisable to consult physician to rule out any medical disorders.You can go for allergic testing of food and other substances but they are not such reliable.Thanks. | |
What precautions should be taken for the swelling in the gall bladder?
Hi my cousin is suffering for jaundice from 3 weeks in the starting his bilirubin level was 4.5 but now it increases to 9 and doctor told that it is related to gallbladder and swelling in gallbladder can to tell please what precautions we should take and any lever experts or hospital in delhi | HIYour cousin needs an immediate operation to remove the gallbladder and to check for any gallstones lodged in the common bile duct so he needs to be seen by a general surgeon | |
What causes lump under skin of stomach and abdomen?
Hi, I can feel some lumps under my skin while putting some pressure on them, they are not rounds but flat.. Lumps arent visible but I can feel them. They are in the stomach area and the other one is at the right part of my abdomen ThanksI´m 19 years old male. | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have dermatofibroma or dermatofibrosarcoma protuberance or some oth soft tissue tumor. You should go for biopsy of that lump. 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. | |
What causes pain above knee that has moved from below knee?
I have been having pain in my left leg going on about 2 weeks. the pain was below the knee and has now moved above the knee. I have not had any accidents and my foot is cold the pain is always there walking sitting laying down. could this be a blood clot | Hello, It is possible to be a blood clot. I suggest you to do Doppler of your extremities. Meantime, rest and use ibuprofen. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Blerina Pasho, General & Family Physician | |
What does this urine test report indicate?
Dear doctors, My name is Toan Phan, an Asian, Vietnamese. I am 69 years old. I got diabetic for about 20 years as type 2. I take 2 Metformie 500 mg and 1 Glpizide 5 mg per day. I has just got an urine test . There is keytone 1+ in the test. Glucose is negative . My blood test is 6 in the range of 4.5 to 5.7 What I need to do my case I need to drink more water and no exercise ? Can I test ketones at home and how ? Thank you doctor , Warm regards, Phan Toan | Hello,Before commenting much on your case history, I would like to get a few more information from you which consist of whats your current sugar level and moreover are you trying to deliberately lose weight or not. Just with this history background if I would have been your treating physician, then after getting your sugar done I would have suggested you that you need to modify your dose of metformin and glipizide and along with that I would have also suggested you to stop doing any exercise and drink plenty of water and to follow a strict diabetic diet which includes no sugar, rice, and food rich in carbohydrates.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Medhavi Agarwal | |
Upper back pain, burning sensation, bruising. Is it gallbladder?
i have pain in my upper back ,buring,sharp, i have had This on and off for 4 month.Sometimes my ribbs hurt i also had some brusing to mid upper back.How can i rule out gallblater? I dont know what to tell my doctor? He gave me pain med i take one 3 times a day. I dont take more that what the rx says. But toward the end of the day i am in pain not able to take anything. What can i tell my doctor my next vist. I have had PT i am concerned. | HelloThanks for writing to HCMYour condition needs proper investigation like routine hemogram ,LFT,urine RE/ME and Ultrasound of abdomen.Ultrasound of abdomen can detect gall bladder and renal calculus.You can also go for X-ray of KUB region.CT Scan can be done in certain conditions.Treatment depends upon clinical findings and investigation reports.Take CareDr.Indu Bhushan | |
Suggest treatment for small red spots on the legs and chest pain
Sir, I am 65 yrs old female. I noticed red spots on my legs and difficulty in walking. Doctor said that blood circulation in legs is not proper. I have undergone the injection therapy emeset 8mg but after 2 months, again the problem begins. Now I am taking azoran 150mg, predmet 8mg, cartiquin, symbal 20 and some pain killers and calcium. Instead of any relief, i am facing many side effects like fast heartbeat, excess hairloss, chest pain, joint pain, sometimes cramps and drowsiness.. please suggest me some treatment. | Hi. I can understand your concern. It could be Deep vein thrombosis, you will need to consult a surgeon as you will require to undergo lower limb venous doppler to see if there are any blocks in the leg veins. Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Swollen and bleeding gums for 1 year old
My 1 yr old son gums are swollen and bleeding. He also has bad breath and several teeth cumin in then up under his top front teeth there r some type of something that looks like a light brown Tartar ...I'm not sure what's wrong please let me know what to do | Hello, thank you for consulting with healthcaremagic. It looks that your son is having gingivitis, it is the inflammation of gums, which occurs because of debris or tartar deposits on tooth.Better that once you should visit a good dentist and get cleaning of tooth done. Hope it will help you. | |
Suggest precaution for hepatitis B
hi am 30 years old my brother, whom i live with, discovered incidently that he is chronic carrier of hepatitis B, i didn;t get the vaccine, what is the percentage that i'm infected too?? and if i get the vaccine soon, will this protect me 100%?? what should i do ?? and what precautions should i take ?? help me please.. thank tou | Hi welcome to health care magic....Your brother having hepatitis b carrier...So yes certain precautions has to be taken to prevent you from infection..The best way is vaccination if you are not immunized.It is taken at 0 , 1 and 6 month three dose schedule...If after vaccination titre is above 10 then nearly 100% effective....Meanwhile as this virus spread through secretions try to avoid contact with secretions of your brother.Avoid object sharing to your brother esp.like razor and tooth brush...The utensil of him should cleaned by bleach solution....Also educate your brother about it...Take care.Hope your concern solved...Dr.Parth | |
What causes abdominal cramping and swelling in stomach when on infertility treatment?
I have always had irregular periods but I haven t had a period in three months. My husband and I were going through fertility treatments about 1 1/2 ago and the doctor go me pretty regulated with my cycle. I have taken hpt all negative. I have had my hormones check all normal. The past two weeks I have had some cramping but my biggest concern is the size of my stomach. It s looks swollen but tight. | you should get an immediate tvs done as ohss is a condition that may ocvur during infertility treatment and may turn serious. if this is not the case, take simp?e antispadmodic for pain relief | |
Can I depend on Folvite and Glycomet when trying to conceive?
Im 27 years old im tying to get pregnant for more than 2 years buut not happened i have done IUI two times but this is also failure i dont know what to do further im taking folvite 5mg and Glycomet 500mg is there any medications i have follow to become pregnant | Hi,I think you can try for 3 to 4 cycles of IUI. If it doesn't work then you can go for IVF. Glycomet and Folvit alone can't help. You have to take medicines for growth of your eggs and also some medicines to support your pregnancy.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards,Dr. Khushboo Priya | |
What to do for infection diagnosed through stool test?
I contracted an intestinal amoeba while on vacation in Vietnam about four months ago. I have had two courses of Flagyl which made the symptoms go away for a while. Recent stool sample show that the same infection has recurred. Is there other treatment. My gastroenterologist stoke to an infection disease doctor who wants to do blood tests for amoeba antibodies. I understand that part. He is also suggesting a colonscopy with biopisies of the rectum and colon. I had two normal colonscopies...the last three years ago. Would appreciate another doctor's opinion. Thank you. | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.Many a times metronidazole won't affects the amoebae, it requires different anti helminthic drugs like Tinidazole.It will cure the amoeba Infections, but once it is treated you should take luminal amoebicide diloxanide furoate under your doctors guidance.This will cure the infection remains in side the gut and prevent the reinfection.Please adopt good hand hygiene practise, as it will prevent cross infection to other people. Please take a filtered water or boiled water this will prevent the future infection.I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.Thank you,Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist,HCM. | |
Suggest remedy to overcome insecurity, panic, anxiety and increased sex drive
I AM FACING MENTAL PROBLEM SINCE 5 YRS. MY PROBLE IS UNSECURITY, FEARFUL THOUGHTS,PANIC ANXITY AND HIGH SEXUAL THOUGHT TO OVERCOME FROM THIS PROBLEM.TAKING MEDICINES .PL. SUGGEST HOW TO OVERCOME FROM THIS PROBLEMS WITHOUT MEDICINES? I AM DOING SUDARSHANKRIYA, LISTNING BRAHMAHA KUMARIES PROGREM DAILY FOR 30 MIN.ALSO READING BOOKS ON THIS PROBLEM, I AM CONFUSED WHETHER TO DO ART OF LIVING OR ONLY WALKING OR OM SHANTI OR HAPPY THOUGHT OR MANSHAKTI OR REKI OR HIPNOTHEROPATHY OR ANY OTHER PATHY.PL GIVE CONSULTATION. | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your desciption. I suggest you not to worry too much. Please understand that psychiatry / psychology is a deep health science. Prolonged treatment may be necessary. Proper assessment is required to have proper diagnosis and treatment. Please consult a psychologist for psychometric assessment and advise on further treatment methodology. Yoga, meditation and psychotherapy are proven to assist the recovery procedure. But they cannot cure you if used alone. You must also work with your psychiatrist so that he can help you. Getting anxious about your mental conditions aggrevate symptoms and those meditation methods cnnot help you in that case. If you need more of my help in this regard, please post a direct query on this portal. I am happy to help you.Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
How to get rid of anxiety?
30yrs old height 5'11 and 225lbs about. I used to be on Zoloft as a kid but did not need it anymore. I have a fear of medicine that causes that effects the brain and the way you feel. Anyway I had a serious anxiety 2days ago or which I am thinking it was. My mouth was dry alittle and my eyes felt weird very unexplainable. My heart was racing, my hands and legs felt kinda weak or fatigue alittle. Now I still kinda feel the effects and I'm scared to leave the house because I fear it will get worse. I also took ibuprofen but only 1 tablet for my tooth ache because it's suppose have no effect to the brain or your senses, I don't like feeling drowsy or any kind of high. I believe I have an tooth infection on my top middle tooth and I feel it in the root beside my leftside of the nose. It is sensitive. I was wondering if that might be the cause of me feeling these weird effects. What should I do? | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. You are worried because of your health. You are surely having health anxiety here. But that is not that severe to be worried about. Just one or two counseling sessions should cure you. You should be able to confirm yourself that such health related worries should not occur again. You are not a doctor and no trained doctor shall treat you without taking every possible health alternatives. Believe in your doctor and your worries are over.If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this website. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques which should help you cure your condition further.Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
What causes pain in my back bone?
Dear Doctor, I am 19year old and have got pain in my back, bones, and recently I developed a problem of being thirsty all the time, I feel very hot inside my body and at the same time, I have difficulties in urinating! what might be my problem? Victor - Uganda | HimFrom history it seems that you might be having renal colic due to urinary tract infection giving rise temperature, body ache, backache and difficulty in passing urine.Go for urine check up for infection and presence of red blood cells.After report go for treatment accordingly.Meanwhile take ibuprofen for pain and body ache.Take plenty of water.Ok and take care. | |
What causes diarrhea and nausea during pregnancy?
24 y/o. 39weeks pregnant baby number two. On large amounts of iron for whole pregnancy so had extreme constipation. Took the prescribed medication and suppositories two weeks ago and was able to go toilet. Woke up at 3am and have non stop been sick and the runs. Is it normal and not harming baby? | HiDr. Purushottam welcomes you to HCM virtual clinic!Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully gone through your query, and I think I have understood your concern. I will try to address your medical concerns and would suggest you the best of the available treatment options.of course you should be alert about loose motions in pregnancy.Please ensure intake of plenty of water and other fluids.Drink clean and filtered water.i usually suggest to my patients-1]Cap PAN D SR 2 times a day 30 minutes before meals.2] Tab Ornidazole - Ofloxacin 2 times a day for 5 days. 3]Cap VIBACT DS once a day for 10 days.4] Avoid deep fried foods, bakery products , raw and uncooked food.I hope my answer helps you.Thanks.Wish you great health.Dr Purushottam S Neurgaonkar | |
Family history of prostate cancer. What are the precautions to be taken to avoid this?
My Grand father had a prostate cancer. Doctors treated him via surgery and after time of surgery he died. My father has enlarged prostate . He takes medicine to avoid prostate surgery. how long can he avoid surgery ? Both of my fahter and gradfather are addicted to dairy such as milk and curd/yogurt. What are the chances of me contracting that cancer? any precautions? i am not very much fond of milk and curd. | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Early diagnosis and treatment is the best for people who have prostate cancer in family. I suggest that after age 50 years you get prostate specific antigen (PSA) test done every year to monitor PSA level increase. You must also get ultrasound scan of prostate done regularly. Any back pain must be investigated.Hope this helps | |
What causes asthmatic bronchitis?
I have been sick on and off for over two years.I keep getting asthmatic bronchitis. I have seen pulmonologist s and ENT s. I had sinoplasty last year and had sinus surgery in July. First my R solenoid was blocked then this year all the sinuses were involved. They have discovered alternaria. First I was told I have an allergy to it. After skin tests I am slightly allergic to mold and pollen. Blood tests show it s not an allergy. What does this all mean? | listen it is usually called allergic condition of respiratory tract from nose to lung, so it is present in your nose as sinusitis etc and lung as hyper responsiveness condition. if Total IgE have done then go for IgE and IgG specific for Aspergillus fumigatus means you have allergy from your commensals mold and fungal part | |
What causes tingling sensations in lower body with numbness and burning in toes?
I injured my knee while bowling and think I may have a torn meniscus. An MRI showed no tear, but did show wear and tear and a small bone spur on the knee. I also have tingling sensations in the upper and lower leg, hip and lower back pain, numbness and burning in the toes. | Hello, As these symptoms are indicative of nerve pull or disc injury bAn MRI is suggested. Due to the spinal nerve pathology, there are abnormal sensory changes in the nerve supplied dermatomes and myotomes. Due to which there will be back pain, tingling, numbness, burning, etc. I will advise for MRI of the lumbar spine. Post which with exercises you should do well. Exercise includes - core stability, spinal muscle strengthening, hip muscle strengthening, static hamstring, static Quadriceps, straight leg raise, bridging exercise, ankle toe movements you get good outcome score. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist | |
How can paternity of an unborn child be confirmed?
I have a question I'm about to give birth via c section this feb 13th. I have been concerned about one matter I had sex may 20th a one night stand quickie for the first time ever and may 29th my boyfriend and I made up and had unprotected sex the dates are so close and I'm so confused I believe my last period was may 12th 2016. All the conception calculators say may 26th conception but I did not have sex any other time. My boyfriend now fiancé is excited and I've never mentioned anything because a few days after him and I had sex I had cramping and got a faint Bfp on June 8,2016 the days prior it was still showing negative only symptoms as to why I checked so early were just being tired is it my fiancé baby? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It is best to wait till the birth and get a paternity test done. I hope this information has been helpful for you. | |
What causes sudden rise in heart beat rate accompanied by pain in upper chest?
Hi, i am currently having rapid than normal heart rate plus pain in the middle upper part of chest. Hp is 90 and at some stage reached 150 . My heart rate is always at the 75. It increases very quickly now on the slightest effort. Is this a heart attack symptom? Thx | hi, you have not mentioned your age, also if you provide other info like other disease suffered it will help, this could be due to some abnormal heart rhythem too and it could be due to early heart attack, you should udergo full medical checkup as early as possible. | |
What causes chest pain/heaviness in arm while having high blood pressure?
Hi I am a 26 yr old male. I have been having chest pain lately and now have a heavy feeling in my left arm. I have high blood pressure and have been told that I have gallstones but am still waiting to learn more but dont know if the 2 things are related | Chest pain with heaviness in left arm,is associated with cardiac problem.Pain due to gall stones can result in pain in right shoulder.Get your ECG,Echo and Stress Echo/TMT done. | |
Exteme bruises, very small red spots on lower extremities. History of diagnsis of ITP and spleen removal in childhood. Remission?
Hi Dr. When I was 6 ( almost 40yrs ago) I was diagnosed with ITP. The Dr. caring for me at that time removed my spleen and told my parents I was in remission. My concern now is that I am starting to bruise extremly easy and starting to get very small red spots on my lower extremities (several). I'm worried that I may be out of remission. Is this something I should be concerned with? Should I see my local Dr? Thank you, Concerned in Kansas | Hi,Thank you for your query on Healthcare Magic.Getting bruises and red spots may be a sign of an underlying bleeding into the skin which is seen in bleeding problems such as idiopathic thrombocytopenia.You need investigations such as complete blood picture, platelet count, and other clotting studies.Hence I advise you to consult the doctor for physical examination and investigations.Hope I have answered your query.Regards. | |
What causes fever, sore throat, vomiting and tongue swelling with dizziness?
My daughter has had a fever, chills and a sore throat since Monday. Early Tuesday morning she vomited, got swollen spots on her tongue and became dizzy, says her ear crackels. It hurts her to swollow. There are no spots in her throat, no discoloration of her tongue and she has no rash. Any suggestions as to what it may be? I m leaning toward a simple flu... | Hi...it could be a simple viral illness or flu. The other possibilities are viral or streptococcal pharyngitis.I suggest you see your pediatrician and get a rapid streptococcal antigen test done. If it is positive then she will require antibiotics. if it is negative then it might be viral illness and doesn't require antibiotics at all.Cough and cold are viral 95% of the times in children. For cold you can use anti-allergics like cetirizine and for nose block, saline nasal decongestants will do.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Does peripheral vertigo get cured over time by itself?
I have had Vertigo for about 3 weeks, it has improved greatly. I went to ER had a kat scan and doctor said it is periferal vertigo. WILL IT JUST GO AWAY? Within 10 I went from normal to very dizzy, headache, neckache. Will wearing my night guard help with symptoms? | Hello. I have been through your question and understand your concern.Fortunately peripheral vertigo is a benign condition and very common. It is self limiting and tends to resolve in a few weeks time. It is very important that CT scan is normal. Still, I would recommend Betaserc 24 mg twice daily for a couple of weeks.Hope this helps. Please feel free using MHC again | |
Q. Could cocaine use two days before blood draw cause the LFTs to be elevated?
Hello doctor, Could cocaine use two days before blood draw cause the LFTs (ALT=90 and AST=86) to be elevated? If so, how long of an abstinence period (not using cocaine) would be needed to get LFTs back down to normal levels? | Hi. I have read through your query in detail. Please find my observations below. Revert back to a general medicine physician online for further follow up --> | |
Abdominal pain, bloating, cannot eat, nausea, weight gain. What is this?
Hi Im 42 yrs old and for the last 2 yrs I have had stomach problems as far as abdominal pain now recently withing the last 4 months symptoms are very much worse I have bloating that hasn't gone away my stomach looks like Im 5 months I cant eat and I have nausea and I have gained about 20 pds nothing around my waist fits me | it can be thyroid or some food causing problems like gerd get thyroid profile if nrmal think of food causing thisany food can start reacting at any age at any timemostly milkget blood tests for specific antibodies for milk wheat potatoget cure by elimination diet in 3 months at time cna add antacid cap empty stomachtab metrogyl 200 mg bd for 5 daysliquid antacid and digestiv enzymes for temp cure | |
What remedy is suggested for itchy rash like blisters on ankles
about 4 days ago i had what looks like rash come up on my ankles and a little above and top of my feet they hadnt been bothering me till yesterday . i have tiny blidters ands bumps very sensitive and sstarting to itch.what could it be. it feels like slight touch of needles | Hi, The rash could be an insect bite hypersensitivity reaction. It could also be a herpes viral infection. Herpes infection is usually treated with antiviral drugs whereas insect bite hypersensitivity reaction is usually treated with mild steroid and antibiotic ointment. So, Please do consult your Dermatologist to confirm the diagnosis and to initiate the apt treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Siva Subramanian, Dermatologist | |
What does a painful knot on the collarbone indicate?
I have a hard knot on my collarbone that burns sometimes and is painful I had to breast removals from cancer what could be I was told osteoarthritis and have taking a inflammatory pill for swelling and pain for six days and it s not working well it couldn t be | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The painful knot can be related to a soft tissue swelling that may need FNAC to find cause. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What does presence of squamous epithelial cells in urine mean?
What does squamous epithelial cells poct-few showing in urine? I also show rbc poct 5-10/hbf? WBC poct-occasional ,trace of protein urine qualitative poct, moderate blood qualitative poct? I was diagnosed with lupus sle in January. Does this look like kidney involvement? Also my feet and legs swelling and around ankle about half up my leg is red and warm to the touch. I have ct scan and cystoscopy scheduled for Monday. Thanks for any help you can give! | hi, epithelial cells of kidney are normally shed into urinary tract as a natural ageing process, and they are absolutely normal. As you have lupus, involvement of kidney is very common and urine protein is the proof for it. It can be easily kept in check by drugs and hence is not an immediate cause of concern to you. hope this helped. | |
Is it safe to use Sinarest af for runny nose?
Hi, my daughter in 26 months old. She had runny nose, cough, 2 times for 10 days each with a gap of 2 days. Now again after 2 days of getting alrite she got it today. Can I give sinarest af for runny nose at the starting stage ? Will that control cold ? | Thanks for consulting in Healthcare. Sinarest contains:1.Decongestant which used to treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies, or other breathing illnesses (such as sinusitis, bronchitis).It helps relieve stuffy nose, sinus, and ear congestion symptoms. 2.Acetaminophen is a non-hormonal pain reliever and fever reducer. 3.Antihistamines help relieve watery eyes, itchy eyes,nose,throat, runny nose, and sneezing.You understand every medicine can give negative effects if we have been drinking for a long time.But how long you usually use -5-7 days,It is OK.This medicine will helpful for high temperature, reduce runny nose. You can give at the beginning stage to stop of symptomsBest regardsRecovery quicklyDr.Svetlana | |
Is the semen analysis report normal?
hi my husbands semen analysis report was VOLUME 4.6 ML , COUNT 65, MOTILITY NONE, VISCOSITY NORMAL, LIQUIFICATTION ,,,,AND THEY NOTED COULD NOT PERFORM MORPH ANALYSIS DUE TO TOTAL CLUMPING OF SPERM. COMMENTS ROD-SHAPED ACTIVELY MOTILE "SPECIMENS" IN EJACULATE @ HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS/MILLILITER | HAI SEMENINAL MORPHOLOGY AND MOTILITY IS ALSO IMPORTANT IN GETTING PREGNANT.HE CAN TAKE ANTIOXIDANTS WITH VIT E.CONSULT AN INFERTILITY SPECIALIST .REGARDS,DR.VANITHADEVI | |
Suggest treatment to stop continuous bleeding
I accidentally clipped the skin on my scrotum while using clippers it took off the upper layer of skin the size of a captial O. I hit a tiny blood vessel and it wont stop bleeding. I have a bandage and a clamp on it. i had it on for 2 hours but as soon as i took it off it started bleeding again. so I have clamped a new bandage. this has been going on for 4-5 hours | Is it an ooze or active bleeding ? if an ooze let the pressure bandage stay fro about 4 hrs, if active bleeding then it would require a stitch. A pressure bandage in that area is difficult wear a tight underware with some cotton pads over the area. Consider having a BT CT done to rule out any bleeding disorder. Are you on long term aspirine ? Infection is very common in this area so plan to see a doctor. | |
Suggest alternative remedy for knee replacement
I need a knee replacement on the replaced knee from 2 1/2 years ago. It just kept getting worse.Now it has thrown my hips & back out. I truly don t want to go through the agony of replacing the same knee again, but I don t know what to do?Susan | Hello,It is very rare to have such problems. I think you are having either wrong placement of the implant or infection in the knee joint.I would suggest you to show it to orthopedic surgeon and get it x rayed. If there is wrong implant placement then it can be cured with revision knee surgery. If there is proper size and position of the implant then you can take analgesics and antibiotic for infection. There is no need to repeat surgery then. | |
Suggest treatment for pitting edema
I am 50 years old man. My height is 5.10 feet and weight is 75 Kg. I am taking Tablet Asomex 5 mg once a day before meal since last 6 months. At the beginning of 4th month i have problem of pitting odema on both lower legs. What should i do. Please advice me. | hiI understand your concern.Pitting edema in lower leg might indicate renal pathology.Though there are various causes of edema.Complete blood testing with Renal/Liver/Thyroid functions test will be advisable to reach root cause of it.Physical examinations?blood pressure?blood sugar is also necessary.So consult physician and get assistance from him.I hope i have answered your query.feel free to ask.Thank you. | |
Suggest treatment for high cholesterol levels
I'm 27 years old .My husband got high cholesterol 7.2 and we are trying for a baby. I had two miscarriages previously. Doctors told me that I have got no problems but Is this to do with the Cholesterol he got. He does not like to take medicine but he work hard to control by doing exercises. | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Your husband has high cholesterol. He should taka low fat diet with high amount of polyunsaturated fatty acids. He should take high fiber diet and drink lots of water. Regular exercise is also helpful. You can take drugs like atorvastatin or pravastatin. Since it is prescription based medicine you shold consult your local doctor and take treatment accordingly.Thanks for using health care magic.Wish you a very good health. | |
Chronic CVA. Initially in coma due to blood clot in brain. Body paralyzed. Feeding, ryles tube. Help?
sir, my father has chronic CVA since jan 2011. initially he was in deep coma due to clot of blood in brain but still now he is on bed and full body paralysed. we give feedings with the ryles tube. give some suggestion ncct of brain:- 1. chronic infarct noted in the left cerebellar hemisphere 2. few lacunar infarct noted in the brain stem | Hi,Thanks for writing in.NCCT brain shows:1. Old stroke changes in cerebellum (smaller brain).2. Small areas of deficient blood supply in brain stem.As these are very important areas of brain, the damage is more even if the stroke involves a small area. Your father needs good supportive care which you are giving him I think. Physiotherapy sessions may help his to some extent. This cannot be completely commented upon without seeing the patient.The damage caused by a stroke can be widespread and long-lasting. Many people need to have a long period of rehabilitation before they can recover their former independence. The process of rehabilitation will be specific to you, and will depend on your symptoms and their severity. A team of specialists are available to help, including physiotherapists, psychologists, occupational therapists, speech therapists and specialist nurses and doctors.Hope this helps | |
Blood test shows high SGPT, high cholesterol and high triglycerides. How to reduce levels?
I had a high tryglyceride and stop medication from more than 2 years because the Lipantile piles 200mg, increased my sgpt as the liver couldn t filter all the accumulated fat, and recently I made the blood test and I have high sgpt 108 while max should be 40, and high tryglyceride of 398 while max should be 160, Cholesterol is slightly high of 220, while high should be 200 The Lipantile and Omacor didn t help What kind of medicine should I go for to reduce all the ad results, because the diet andsports didn t result good as well I m 40 years old Weight 90 kg | Hello Your findings suggests raised SGPT with altered lipid profile.Increased SGPT may indicate liver injury.It may be due to many reasons like hepatitis,alcohol intake,altered lipid profile,auto immune causes etc.It is most likely related to altered lipid profile in your case.You may need few more investigations like routine hemogram,random blood sugar,viral markers,ultrasound of abdomen.I suggest tablet ursodeoxycholic acid 300 mg twice daily for three months to my patients.It helps in regeneration of liver cells.I also suggest combination tablet of atorvastatin 10 mg and fenofibrate 160 mg single dose at night.It will control lipid level in blood.You should increase your physical activity in the form of exercise and brisk walk.You should avoid fried and saturated fat.Take CareDr.Indu Bhushan | |
Suggest remedy for rise in bp
I am 33 years and have been taking Telma H for the last 5 years. Recently my dose was increased to Telma H 80Mg. However towards the evening my BP is again shooting to 130/100. I may need to take another medicine in evening. My weight is 95kg and my work is stressful. The rest of my Lipid profile reports are normal. Will taking BP medicines from such an early age have an adverse effect and in what ways? | You have to control your blood pressure with or without medication , rather if it stays on the higher side there is higher risk for heart issues , stroke and kidney problem then taking medications . So do continue the medicine , Your blood pressure is still high , if your baseline pulse also remains more than 80 consider adding a beta blocker . Ypu are overweight and need to loose weight for better control of blood pressure. Regards Dr Priyank Mody | |
What causes thick yellowish painless discharge from penis?
I have very thick and yellowish-white painless discharge from penis when straining for bowel movement. I often have hard stools and constipation but this discharge is worrying me. Is it some kind of STD (i never had sex)? I am unmarried. Sometimes i feel my testis painful after bowel if this discharge is too much. Please Help.Also i have very weak nocturnal emissions and very low ejaculate like 3-4 drops which hardly make One small stain on my trouser. Should i be worried. And i had one nocturnal emissions during last month which was very weak n low in quantity. | HiWelcome to Hm.I understand your concern and area of stress.Nocturnal emission is normal and do not require any special attention.Yellowish discharge means is it look like semen or something else.Sometimes semen with more prostatic fluid give yellow appearance.need to rule out infective pathology.Infection is scrotum give yellowish discharge with pain in testis.Condition can be treated with antibiotic and analgesic.For further assessment color Doppler require to rule out other cause.Consult surgeon and get advise.Still have a query then fell free to ask.Thank you.happy to help you.Take care. | |
My gums are swollen twice the height of teeth. Can any online doctor please suggest me
my gums are swollen twice d heighht of teeth. I cannot chew anything... And also it is paining a lot. Can you suggest me anything. my sore of left teeth has swollen up that i cannot chew anything. Its just double of my teeth and also paining a lot. | Hi, Gingival enlargement could be due to various reasons- Drugs for hypertension, epilepsy could result in gingival enlargement.Leukemia can result in gingival enlargement, Presence of calculus results in an inflammed gingiva. So pl consult your dentist at the earliest. | |
Is rejuvenation of damaged brain cells possible in a child?
Rejuvenation of Damaged Brain Cells A 3 year only girl had meningitis at the age of 6 months leading to damage of brain cells, loss of vision and deafness. Her doctor in Nigeria said that nothing can be done about it and that damaged brain cells cannot rejuvenate. The parents are desperately looking for medical solutions to save their daughter’s life. I want to find out if anything can be done to improve on her health condition. If yes, where should the parents start? | Hello, No please. I am sorry to say this - the modality of treatment is still under development. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Sumanth Amperayani, Pediatrician, Pulmonology | |
How long after an abortion you can again conceive ?
how long will it take to be cured and conceive again hello dr. as i have medicine abortion of two months in 2010 dec.and after that i have been trying to concieve but failed now i got HSG it showing bilateral tubal patency but showing peritublar adhesion and slight bleeding in tubes.plz tell me how that occurred and after HSG i have been suffering with so much anal,vaginal and backbone pain kindly tell is it an infection i m also taking medicines.will i be cured and how long will it take to be cured and concive again? | Welcome to Healthcare Magic You need to confirm with your doctor if you have endometriosis. In this case Laparoscopic treatment will help to dissolve adhesions. What is your ultrasound report of uterus because pain like that can be due to endometriosis which needs different treatment. Are you having pain during menstruation which is severe pain. | |
Q. What antibiotics are recommended for chlamydia in an HIV positive?
Hi doctor,I tested positive for chlamydia IgA IgG. Negative IgM. I am HIV positive but undetectable viral load and CD4 724. Recommended antibiotic? Thanks. | Hello. A high title of IgA and IgG antibodies to chlamydia generally indicates active infection but it is an auxiliary test and should also be supplemented by a more specific nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT) on a urine sample. A NAAT test specifically detects chlamydia antigen. Do you have any symptoms such as burning sensation on passing urine or urethral discharge? I suggest Doxycycline 10 mg, twice daily for seven to 10 days or Azithromycin 1 g single dose as the drug of choice for treatment of chlamydia. For more information consult a venereologist online --> | |
What is the treatment for pain in the chest after fib?
I was admitted to the hospital in a fib and remained that way until it reverted on its own 10 hours later. Now I have a pain in the left side of my chest made worse by physical activity or lifting my left arm. The pain is an ache that gets better with rest but does not go away. | hireverting of a-fib sometimes releases clots which can lodge in the blood vessels or cause block better to undergo a 2d-echo to rule out for the same( left atrial clot)please do an x-ray chest and shoulder to find out for any other causetake care | |
How can Parkinson s disease along with dementia be treated?
My husband has parkinsons. Just the last 2 or 3 yrs. it started progressing. He has dimentia with it and it has gotten worse. July 19th, he woke me up to help him get up. When I tried to help him, he could not even sit up. My son lives with us and I got him to come help and he could not stand up. We called 911 to take him to ER and they did a lot of testing and said that he had cellulitis. He had a scratch on lower part of his leg and the scab came off and we bandaged it. The home health nurse came next day and she looked at it and said it looked fine and she cleaned & bandaged it and it was the next that he could not get up. He stayed in hospital 6 days. The cellulitis healed real quick. He was sent to nursing home for two weeks skilled nursing, but he has never walked since and can not understand him talking. He also has a critical kidney function and was sent back to hospital the 14th day in nursing home and was there for about 6 days giving him fluid in his arm. I do not know what stage of parkinsons he could be in. Just wondering how I can know the stage he is in. | Welcome to HealthcareMagicFrom the thing you told in my opinion patients having parkinson disease have difficulty in walking its not like they cant walk. And you told he had cellulitis also so please organic brain disorder.Please consult Neurology so that they can rule out meningitis or other metabolic causes as your husband having critical kidney as well which will cause deranged metabolic parameters so which can also cause dementia indirectly/ directly Complete health checkup with detailed evaluation is needed.Do not consider it lightly and get consultation as soon as possibleRegardsDr Varun | |
What are the chances of life for an aged person who has artery disease and kidney disease?
I am a 65 year old white woman with a few diseases, that make me question what is the life span I have left. I know my family doctor prefers not to have such questions asked by me b/c he worries about me going into depression. That is not the case with me. I have had 2 major heart attacks, and have been diagnosed with artery disease. I am a late stage diabetic on insulin, I have C.O.P.D., and now have been diagnosed with stage 3 kidney disease. I also have pseudocyst on my pancreas. What are my chances of another 10 years of life? | Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum. Your living for 10 years more is depends upon your urge to live. C.O.P.D.after 2heart attacks is common to occur. if you see that the C.O.P.D is compensated, and maintained it is not a big matter. Kidney disease at stage 3 , also to be taken care of by avoiding many foods, and drugs, you can prevent from advancing. I advise you not to think of your health, practice meditation , and some diversion procedures to prevent functional health problems. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you. | |
Anxiety with shortness of breath, mood swings, constant crying. How can I overcome this?
hi my name is virginia im having real bad anixety where if im some where i dont know i start to get shortness of breath. im also having mode swings. one min im happy and the next min im crying or yell at my boyfriend for no reason. i really need help from a dr. dont know what to do. thank you PS. WELL IM SORRY BUT I DONT HAVE A CRADIT CARD ONLY PERPAY CARDS.. | Hello you may be suffering from from depression. As you have mentioned you get irritated so easily and behave erratically , it points to the diagnosis. Also you have some anxiety symptoms which accompany depression. From the brief history provided it is clear you are having difficulty coping with these problem , so need intervention of psychiatrist. You problem can be managed by psycho therapy but may require some initial medical intervention depending on dysfunction it is causing to you. So consult a psychiatrist for it | |
Q. Please interpret my NT scan and advise me the risk of syndrome with my pregnancy.
Hello doctor, Please explain my NT scan report and double marker test. My present age is 44 years. My NT scan was done on 12w 5d. Crl - 64.1 mm Nasal bone present Nt - 1.8 mm Ductus venosus - normal flow Placenta - anterior Double marker result: Hcg corr mom - 1.64 Nb present Nt corr mom - 1.12 Papp a corr mom - 0.42 Down syndrome - 1:81 Edward syndrome - 1:3234 Patau syndrome - 1:3135 Please explain whether I can continue with my pregnancy? How far is the risk? | Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. NT scan is just a screening test to pick-up cases of Trisomy. Nuchal translucency of <3.2 mm, nasal bone seen and normal blood flow in ductus means the chance of trisomy is very low. To confirm this doctor has done a double marker test. They too are within normal limits. These values are extrapolated over a graph of general values, as MOM- multiples of median. Both the markers are normal. In your case, only risk factors which have given a risk of 1: 81, is your age (any ratio < 1:250 has to be further investigated), which unfortunately cannot be altered. When the values are graphed over your age, they fall at high risk. But do not worry. So the ideal next step is to undergo an amniocentesis at 14-16 weeks of pregnancy and genetic analysis can give you a diagnostic result. I feel it will be normal. Just relax and wait for that normal result. You can definitely continue the pregnancy. I hope this helps. | |
What causes chronic heel pain and ankle sprain?
Hi doctor I have pains of heel side where the small type stone pinched ( but not created wound or bleeding) at least three times on the same point during the three months last year. Doctor has examined the x-ray and clarified that there is no spur or any hair fracture. Doctor has prescribed me piroxicam tab, Vitamin E cap, Nise Gel (Nimesulide/Methyl Salicylate/Menthol/Capsaicin) but still there is not relief. Besides this, my anklet of same leg sprained three times. Now I am also getting pain to my knee side as total weight comes there. Please advice me further treatment of tips. Manoj Kapade(Nashik) Inida-Maharashtra | hi manoj,i appreciate your concern.your history suggests that there are some gait related issues which is causing repeated strains on joints,check your footwears,and start using sports shoes for some months. thanks. i will be happy to answer further query. | |
Can inhaler steroids be taken only during bronchitis episode?
i have been useing inhaled steroids past 6 months ......i have been using esiflo 500 and budamate 400 every 12 hours....reading the side effects i want to gradually tap down the medication . my question is : 1 .can i tap down he medication gradually if so , hw ? 2.can i take steroids only during attacks , juz like normal asthalin | Thanks for your question on HCM.In my opinion you should consult pulmonologist and get done PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) to see status of bronchitis. If the report is good then you should taper down esiflo first.Continue with budamate.And again get done PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). If improvement is seen then taper budamate.And don't worry about side effect of inhaler. They are very safe. Just make sure you are rinsing your mouth after use.So consult pulmonologist and discuss all these. | |
What could be the reason for persistent cough with mucus?
I have had a fairly persistent cough for about 9 months, sometimes with quite a bit of mucus. I have taken a lot of medications for it under a doctor s supervision, but have had little relief. I do not wake up during the night coughing but am concerned about COPD. I smoked for about 20 years, but quit 25 years ago. What do you think I might have? | Thanks for your question on HCM. I think possibility of COPD ( Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease ) is high.You have many features suggestive of COPD. Like1. History of smoking.2. Long duration of symptoms3. Cough with expectoration. So I advice you to consult pulmonologist and get done1. Chest x ray2. PFT ( Pulmonary Function Test ). PFT will not only diagnose COPD but also tell you about severity of the disease. And treatment is COPD is based on severity only. So better to consult pulmonologist and discuss all these. | |
What causes nose bleeds with nausea and dizziness?
my husband is deployed in Afghanistan, and he is getting severe nose bleeds for weeks, he is nauseous, dizzy, sensitive to light and sound.. His father passed away from lukemia, i am afraid he might be at risk as well.. Also, they are taking their time overseas to look into whats wrong with him, im nervous they are wasting precious time that might make a difference if something is seriously wrong. | Hello, If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Detailed evaluation is required to find out the exact cause. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
How stuttering in adults can be cured ?
it s aserious problem...my best friend .her age 22...and she complain from stuttering since she was child and contiune with her she go to alot of doctors and said it s due to psychological aspects like fear&anxity.but actually some times when she is in agood situation she stutter but.she some times speak normal but when she speak to stranger or in middel of group the problem increase ..is there atreatment i really want to help her..so please tell me what can i do to help her as she get upset when some one comment when she speak and iam sure there is a solution.. | Hi,Sandy, Thanks for query, Your friend is having fobia or psychological fear of speaking infront of more people. This is psychological condition and require treatment. Consult psychiatrist and get her examined. With treatment and conselling with psychologist she will be alright. Ok and bye. | |
What causes bilateral pleural thickening with thoracic scoliosis?
My husband is very hardworking he stands 5 feet and 11 inches but just 54 kilogram. He palys table tennis everyday. he already completed 6 months medication for PTB but his chest x ray result as of today says"bilateral pleural thickening. consider PTB both upper lobes, subsegmental atelectasis and/or fibrosis, right upper lobe; thorasic scliosis. pls help. thanks marlyn | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. No need to worry for for his chest x ray report. His x ray findings are suggestive of healed, scarred lesions. Almost all lung lesions (tubercular or infective or injury) heal by either fibrosis or calcification or both. Your husband wad having tuberculosis and now completed the treatment. So tube lesions must be healed and showing fibrosis, pleural thickening etc.. Scoliosis is also due to healing sequel. So no need to worry for tuberculosis in your husband 's case. He is having old, healed, inactive, fibrotic scar lesions. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your husband. Thanks. | |
Suggest treatment for sharp pain in the leg
Hello..couple weeks ago back if legs would ache cramp. Then when I pressed NY thumb right side back inch from hip I could drop..now I'm not getting cramping in legs so much ..went to hips..now across mid back and sides constant pain ocationaly a big sharp paip can't move get up..th pain more on left side..but now both sides..I havnt been able to empty bowels the last couple days..please helpl | hello there.. welcome to health care magic..according to the history furnished by you.. you may have got disc problem. disc is a soft tissue in between vertebrae.. so u may have to get an x ray of your back and nerve conduction study of your lower limbs as soon as possible and if x ray is inconclusive you have to get an MRI of your back in a near by hospital.. | |
What causes concentrated urine with solid particles in it?
I have a rash on my back that resembles acne in fact that i what i thought it was. I have a pressure on my left side about where my ribcage starts. I have been urinating a decent amount but it seems concentrated and seems to have something in it like white sand. I thought it was just bubbles but under further inspection it seems there's something solid in my urine. It was thought i have kidney stones, but when i went to the emergency room i urinated and the doctor thinks we lost the stone. So, its unclear if i have stones or not. He put me on antibiotics for 3 days. (2 pills for 3 days) and he sent me on my way. What should i do? should i get an x-ray or get checked for a UTI? My doctor told me i have a "high concentration of bacteria in my urine" if that helps what-so-ever? | Turbid urine could be due to urine infection. But in your case it is mandatory to rule out kidney stones for which best investigation is CT scan. Consult your nephrologist for further workup. But don't worry. Everything settles in a matter of weeks. All the best. If you have any questions feel free to contact me. | |
What is the solution for a person who has abnormal behavior and not willing for treatments?
Hi All, I'm Anil. I have a problem with my bro, He's 25 years old and he is behaving abnormally since 2009 to 2012 after that I have taken him into Nimhans hospital now he is under meditation but problem is he stopped his treatment since 2 months and again he started behave like prior. he is insisting not take treatment and he stopped taking medicines he says I'm well I don't need any treatment. I don't know what to do in this issue. Humble request u all concerns doctors of this issue for better suggestions. 6 months back only my father was expired and my bro got my father's job (Govt) but now he is insisting not willing to go office. I feel that he need some counseling. which one is better for him whether medicine or counseling ??? For any suggestions please call or msg me to 078453 30885. kind request you all for better suggestions. | HelloHe needs meds not councelling. There is provisions of injections which are given once a week to once in month basis.This is better and convinent compared to daily meds. You should ideally take him to a doctor with his previous nimhans prescription and once the medicine is started then you yourself can go and get further dosage.There is no need to loose hope..justvplan to take.him to doctor once.Dr. Manisha GopalMD Psyhiatry | |
Can one can have bleeding from the nose with Hydrocephalus?
My son has hydrocephalus. He does not have a shunt. He is 10. He is daily having 2-3 nose bleeds per day with lots of blood clots. His neurologist claims it has nothing to do with his hydrocephalus but ever since they lowered his seizure medication he’s having these nose bleeds. What do I do if my sons neurologist won’t even look into this? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I understand your concern and would explain that the nose bleeding does not seem to be related to hydrocephalus or the fact that he lowered his seizure medication. For this reason, I would recommend consulting with an ENT specialist for a physical exam of the nose and coagulation tests. It is also important to closely monitor his blood pressure values. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Could itching on body be due to an allergic reaction?
Hi, I'm allergic to alot of abx,PCN's included. My daughter was recently given Amoxicillin 400/5ml. I accidently got a little bit on my finger 2 days ago and absently licked it off without thinking about it. This morning I woke up and realized i was having an allergic reaction very similar to how I react to PCN. I took a Benadryl and it seemed to help, but my itching has returned. Is it possible for me to be reacting to my daughter's medicine or could I be reacting to the new Antacid or Prozac that I recently started? | Hello,Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your history and would like to make suggestions for you as follows:1. As you are allergic to antibiotics, I would first think of amoxicillin. I would suggest you to take an antihistamine like Benadryl (that you have already taken) or cetirizine or hydroxyzine for 3 days.2. Antacids like Prozac can rarely cause allergies but it is not very common.Hope above suggestions will be helpful to you.Should you have any further query, please feel free to ask at HCM.Wish you the best of the health and a very good recovery.Thank you & Regards. | |
Suggest remedy for painful lump on the left side of groin
He s got a pea size soft lump on the left side of his groin. He s due for a ultra sound soon. The lump is about a inch from his testicle and is quite painful but what is mots painful is the feeling he s getting, he says it feels like some one has kicked him in his testicle. His GP had said he thinks it a cyst and the doctor at A and E couldn t feel the lump and also didn t know why he is in this pain. Please could you help and enlighten me with a bit more information on what you think it could be? | HiWelcome to hcmThere are 2 possibility one testicular torsiontat means testicular rotation which needs urgent treatment (surgery). Other is cyst or lymph node and if lump is higher in groin can be hernia. You should see a surgeon for definitive diagnosis. Regards | |
Q. My foot moves up and down while lying down. Please advise.
Hello doctor, When I am lying down my foot moves. What it means is like my whole foot will move up and down (if this makes sense) sometimes my hips too. I cannot remember when this started to happen but it only happens when I lie down. | Hello. You seem to be suffering from hyperkinetic movement disorders. Many people who suffer from mild or moderate PLMS (periodic limb movements during sleep) can successfully manage their condition without medication. People often report that relaxation exercises like yoga or meditation can help reduce their symptoms. Sometimes a hot bath or messaging one's legs before going to sleep will help with the movements as well. Try to have full body massage and if symptoms persist then visit any neurophysician. He will advise some tests and prescribe medications to you. | |
What causes lump inside the vaginal wall?
I have a small vaginal lump inside my vaginal wall - not on the cervix. it was the size of a pea and now (2 1/2months later) it's a little bigger still smaller than a dime. It does not seem to be filled with fluid and I had my ob check it and we decided to wait to observe it and see what happens with it. I see her again Monday. No bleeding or discomfort with sex or anything else. What do you think it might be? | HI,Dear,Welcome to HCM.Based on the facts and data of your query,you seem to have Bartholins Cyst mostly,as your Gynec doctor could not find any thing serious about it.So Don't Worry at all.Consult on these lines and if need be treat it according to Suggestions of Gynec doctor.Hope this reply would help you to resolve your sever anxiety.Welcome for any further query in this regardWill appreciate writing your feedback review comments,to help the needy patients like you at HCM.Good Day!! Dr.Savaskar,Senior Surgical SpecialistM.S.Genl-CVTS | |
How can cervical disc degeneration and spinal instabilities be treated?
I had an MRI these was my diagnosis I was told cervical disc degeneration, mid-cervical region. M43.16- spondylolisthesis, lumbar region, M50.22- other cervical disc displacement, mid- cervical region M53.2x6 spinal instabilities, Lumbar region M43.16 spondylolisthesis, lumbar region, with these do I need surgery. | Hi, You can have compressive symptoms due to a spinal problem. For that you need a surgical management for cure. Until then you can be prescribed non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs. Physiotherapy also beneficial in such case. Avoid strenuous activities and heavy weight lifting. I suggest you consult an orthopedic surgeon for examination and further management. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Parth Goswami, General & Family Physician | |
How to treat sultriness in legs?
Iam Srija, 28 years old, working in private firm in Secunderabad. Occassionally , my paws get wet as if iam experiencing sultriness. Similarly, for my legs too. Long ago, when I consulted a doctor about this problem, I was prescribed iron tablets. I have used the tablets for some time , but did not get much relief. Pl advise. | Hello, Medical reasons for such type of feeling are- -Deficiency of vitamin B12 and D. -Affection of nerves due to inflammation or compression -Stress Looking at your age and intermittent nature of your symptoms it does not look to be a serious issue.In my opinion you should only have a multivitamin supplement for few days and keep yourself relaxed. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Mukesh Tiwari | |
What causes dry cough, wheezing, foul stool, appetite loss and buttock redness?
My son is 2 years old and has been very active and well up until two days ago. Yesterday, I noticed he wasnt eating as much and he had a tough time passing his stool - but it was squishy - his bottom hurt so much that it was red, yet it came out unusually - almost a black, and he developed a slight cough. Late last night his cough became worse - it sounded like croup cough (he came down with in TEXAS last year around this time) but we currently live in GEORGIA. It very dry in the throat but wheezy in his chest, upper lungs. Today he hasnt eaten much and has coughed a lot but he had passed some stool and I noticed its still almost blackish with mucus in it and it smells foul. I am very concerned. No fever but he has taken two doses of 5ml of childrens motrin. He only seems to want sugary foods I noticed. | ur baby have wheezing for that u have give him bronchodilator syrup such as salbutamol and nebulizer for two times a day . or visit ur near hospital for wheezing | |
What does a small lump behind the ear indicate?
my 2 year old daughter has a dime size lump behind her ear on the back of her kneck.You can move it a little bit.It seems like you can see it morewhen she is down running around playing.She has a cough and not sure if its allergies or a cold.very worried | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. You should be worried but not too much. She has enlarged lymph node due her viral infection, pharyngotracheitis or bronhitis. You may easily get her back to normal range. I see similar cases amongst young people who visit my clinic. In the first meeting, I advise my patients to go1. Anti Inflamed therapy-Calpol according to age during 3 days.2. Kuka syrup 1/2 teaspoon twice a day for 5 days for cough.3. Cetirizine syrup in the evening.4. Steam inhalations. 5. Sualin 4 times to resolve.6.Zincovit 5 ml daily to boost immunity.Since this is a prescription medicine, I would suggest you to meet the local Doctor to confirm the diagnosis. | |
How should lower back pain in a pregnancy be treated?
hi, i have lower back problem from but having no other symptoms from past one and half year ,but some times i feel good n some times it get worse currently i m pregnant and from 5th week it causes trouble for me. i had visited to doctors in india (ortho) and they told me it just a muscular pain and here in toronto i also visited my physician for health check up and complained for my back pain she even told me its muscular pain , bt i am worrying . could u please help or suggest me regarding this. | Thank you for your query. Sorry that you are going through this. Congratulations.! How far along are you. LBA (low back ache) can become chronic for a lot of people. Posture, overweight especially breasts & abdomen, improper way of walking/or high heels, bad weight lifting techniques can all put a strain on your back.strengthening core muscles, reducing weight, maintaining good posture while sitting/standing, proper techniques while lifting weight can help to alleviate LBA.Being pregnant, the growing uterus, pregnancy hormones can put an added strain on your back by shifting the center of gravity. do not attempt to do any exercise , other than walking now.Use pillows, as many as you need. they are a blessing in disguise. use them to cushion the curve of your lower back (the curve)whenever you sit.use them between your thighs and a wedge/thin pillow under your abdomen when you lie down on your side. this relieves the added pull on the back.gentle massages with warm oil, warm baths can help soothe inflammation and pain."just muscular pain" is still pain. and I understand how this answer doesn't help with putting your mind at ease. try all these safe methods during pregnancy. once you deliver, use a feeding pillow and a pillow behind your back when you feed. rest you back when you feed.if the pain persists after delivery and is severe, it has to be evaluated by a medical professional.any medication or OTC medications, creams you use should be checked with your OBGYN before use.the type of pain that should raise red flags is:- cramping at regular intervals with hardening of your uterus- severe twisting or poking pain of sudden onset. go to the ER or call your doc right away.hope this helps and you have a safe confinement.wish you good health. please get back to us for any further queries. | |
Q. Is it possible to get red bumps in tongue due to herpes?
Hello doctor, I have red bumps at the back area of my tongue. Could this be oral herpes? I received unprotected blowjob a week back. As such, is it possible to get oral herpes although I was the one receiving the blowjob and did not engage in any kissing with my sexual partner? | Hello. I just read your query and from what you have mentioned it does not seem to be herpes infection on the back of your tongue. Those red bumps are they painful? Do you have swallowing difficulties? If not then those are your taste buds, they are present in every one. Would have been better If you attached a picture as well of these red bumps (attachment removed to protect patient identity). No it is not possible that you get oral herpes If you are the recipient of the oral sex. | |
What are the chances of conception despite taking contraceptive pills?
Hi i had sex with my girlfriend without protection,but sure sperm didnt go inside vagina, with in 2 hours she had taken unwanted 72,her normal period date is 3rd of everymonth so now its 3 delays,we had sex 5 days before her period ,could you please suggest any chances of pregnancy. | Hello,In a normal regular 28-30 day cycle, ovulation occurs on day 14-16. Any intercourse especially unprotected around this period is unsafe and carries the highest risk of pregnancy. Toward the end of the cycle, conception is not possible. Added to that, she has consumed the emergency pill and this provides 99% protection. Since the pill contains excess hormone, it tends to disturb the normal hormonal balance of the body and as a result, the next normal period may have been delayed. If she does not see her period even after 10-14 days after she is due. please get expert help. Hope this helps. | |
Is it to be concerned about bipolar disorder?
my husband is suffering from Bipolar disorder 2. he is getting treatment from Apollo hospital but as a wife i have one concern, he is hiding things from me which he never does in our 7 yrs of relationship, and if i confront him he gets aggressive or he responds with severe anxiety symptoms , how can i ask him in the most ideal way, plz suggest | Hi dear,having Bipolar disorder may become aggressive sometimes when you not follow his advise so what ever you want from him do it with gentle.like if you want to confront him about what ever he hide from you tell him that you come to know from some source but you want to ask him whether it is right or wrong and with trust you should talk with him about it.with the help of psychotherapy also it helps how to deal with bipolar patients.take medication regularly.consult Psychiatrist.Thank you | |
How to treat a kid with ADD(Attention deficit disorder)?
i have a stepson that is 18 yrs old and i keep finding urine in bottles in his room. He was diagnosed with add when he was a child im wandering is this gonna correct itself . I have confronted him on many occasions and doesnt even realize hes doing it anymore. Is this a psychological disorder or is it a part of his add? He keeps his urine as a trophy and hides it and never disposes of it until i find it and confront him. | Hi...this is not a clinical feature suggestive of ADD. This is an abnormal reaction and he needs psychological evaluation for it. I suggest you take him to a clinical psychologist regarding this.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
What are the best treatment options for collecting duct carcinoma?
Hello Dr. Ohana, A 56 year old man with collecting duct carcinoma. Surgery was performed two weeks ago. lymph nodes are involved. no distant organ mets. My questions are: do you have any clinical experience with this cancer, and what adjuvant treatment would you consider as first line? 1. MVAC 2. cisplatinum plus gemcitabine 3. Double her2/neu blockade with trastuzumab + Pertuzumab + Gemcitabine (assuming the tumor is strongly her2 positive) | If Lymph nodes involved and HER2+, I suggest Double blockade with HErceptin and Pertuzumab+ any cytotoxic chemotherapy. Data strongly suggests for using double anti HER 2 therapy | |
Doe having PCOS lead to infertility ?
hello, i am very worried about my period, my last period was November 2010, this has happen before but only for 2 months. I read that it could be PCOS, if I am diagnosed with this does it mean that i am infertile? I am schedule to see my doctor next week.I am 21 . | Hello. Thanks for choosing HealthcareMagic forum. The infrequent periods like you are having may be due to PCOS or decreased thyroid hormone levels. After investigations if at all you are diagnosed with PCOS, there are chances that you may face difficulty in conceiving but with proper treatment you can get pregnant. Dr. Rakhi Tayal drrakhitayal@gmail.com | |
MRI shows degeneration of whole spine, cervical and lumbar spondylosis, osteoporosis. Treatment and care?
Hi,I am 40 year old guy. My MRI scan shows that my whole spine has almost degenerated( almost black vertebrae in the scan), I also have cericle spondilosis C7 bulge and lumber spondylosis L4-L5 and L5-L6. Dr Also said that the scan shows that its osteoporatic ( after explaning to me about the shape and size of the vertebrae). What can I do to keep my spine in good condition? Thanks in advance for your help. | Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.Your description suggests that you have DEGENERATIVE DISC DISEASE.The initial management of your problem will be as follows -* Quit smoking, as this will have a detrimental effect on disc degeneration* avoid lifting heavy weights * avoid forward bending activities * Use a lumbosacral back support * Intermittent pelvic traction * Maintain optimum body weight,if you are obese* Physiotherapy to strengthen your back muscles. Physiotherapy has to be done only after the acute pain has subsided.* Judicious use of analgesics and muscle relaxants.* Daily intake of calcium supplements to keep your vertebrae strongIf you do not find any relief , then consult an orthopedic surgeon and follow his advice.Hope this information is helpful. Good day |
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