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My vertibra is compressed. Why do I have burning sensation in hips and legs and not in the back ?
doctor check my x-ray and says ur vertibra is very comressed thats why u feel burning sensation in ur hips knee to feet sir i want to ask u if my vertibrae compressed then why i cant feel pain in my back there is no pain and burning in my back not at all only my hips and knee to feet r burning very much hcm doctor suggest me an MRI test but i cant afford it i m very poor person can hand practice increasing pain or any effect in body i can use medicines and feel minor relax but relaxation cant increasing its still on sae point i want ur best comments on it thnx kindly regards | Dear sir, if your doctor says that your vertebra is compressed then it surely is of great concern ,especially considering your age.It could range from tuberculosis of spine to malignancies.Please follow up and do as your doctor says. Money has to be arranged some how..!! Get yourself evaluated soon..! please do not ignore..!! | |
Suggest treatment for inflammation and pain in knees
a week and a half ago I was diagnosed with inflammation of the knee.I initially iced,rested and elevated it,and was given a compression bandage to wear,as well as being on anti inflammatory drugs. My knee has virtually gone down to normal now,but there is still pain from time to time,and it feels heavy when walking upstairs.What can I do now to help it to fully recover? | Hi, Its full recovery will take a long time. Keep on resting as long as you can and continue on your medication. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist | |
Suggest treatment for swelling and pain caused by knee displacement
Hi about 4 hours ago i feel on my ankle & it popped fully out of place now its very sore,bruised, & swollen. While trying to elevate my ankle in bed to take strain off of it it happened to pop out of place & go to the side again i got it somewhat in place. Do YOu think i should go to the ER? i will send pictures if needed | Hello,I have studied your case and I think you might have damaged your ligament or cartilage. It would be better if you can send me images. You need urgent x rays and then clinical examination by a orthopaedic doctor. If there is any fracture or ligament injury then you will need splinting. I hope this answer will be useful for you.Let me know if there is any other followup questions.thanks | |
What causes pain in abdomen with history of gall bladder removal?
I am a 35 year old woman. Relatively healthy. Gull bladder removed. Tubes tied with an ablation - I haven't had a period for over a year. I've been experiencing pain in my abdomen It is tender to the touch from right under my left rib down my side and down to my pelvic area. It woke me up through the night last night. I've been having hot flashes the past few weeks. Running a low grade fever off and on. Dull headache and feel tired and weak Any ideas what is going on? | Hi, I have gone through your medical history carefully, and I can say that your symptoms might be indicative for :- hormonal changes- problems (sludge/stones) in the intra-hepatic biliary pathways - viral infectionI advise to run ERCP and abdominal ultrasound for further evaluations.Wish fast recovery! | |
How can a lung be opened up after water removal?
After water was removed from my right lung the lung it could not open up because a wall had formed in the lung. My doctor says that only surgery can remove the obstruction. He also suggested doing nothing because I am not having problems breathing, I am 81 years old. | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of thickened pleura and non expanding lung is more. It is common sequale after pleural effusion. No drugs are available for this thickened pleura. It is mechanical obstruction. And hence surgical removal of pleura is needed. But this surgery is quite risky and life threatening. So it is not recommended in asymptomatic patient like you. So since you are asymptomatic, no treatment is required for this. You can do chest physiotherapy and deep breathing exercises for lung expansion. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
How to get rid of lump under the ear?
my niece is having a CAT scan right now due to a lump under her ear. It has grown since she went to the dr. on Mon. Went back to dr. this am because it hurt bad. He sent her to ent and ent sent her for cat scan. The ent told her not to eat or drink anything in case they have to do something tonite. Any ideas? She is ten | Hello,Treatment of infra-auricular lump below the ear-The painful lump below ear could be -Parotitis-as its very painful and is present lately. Your ENT-doctor may be planning incision and drainage to save the parotid gland function by decompressing the pyogenic process. I would advise you to consult emergency room ENT-surgeon and excise it completely under antibiotic cover. So keep cool and consult your emergency room ENT- surgeon, if need be, who would treat it accordingly. So don't build up wrong concepts and create more psychic complications in you which would increase risks and costs to you.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards,Dr. Mukund Savaskar | |
Can insect bite and wine intake cause atrial fibrillation?
I have AF which has been treated successfully for 18months, over the last few weeks it has returned, many nights after dinner and a glass of wine. Tonight I skipped the wine but still went into AF. Could it be a reaction to some insect bites that I have been getting? | Hi thereThe AF which returns after getting successfully treated once is know as PAROXYSMAL AF. AF is commonly assosiated with advanced age, hypertension, valvular heart disease, CAD, CCF but it has no proven or documented relation with alcohol drinking. So it cant be the reason in your case.But what you need to do now is to visit your cardiologist, get an ecg done to confirm, and you need to be started on ANTICOAGULANTS as AF is a risk factor for clot formation in heart chambers which can later lead to Stroke or other devastating complications.Good Luck | |
Q. What can be done to avoid hearing voices that tell me to do something wrong?
Hi doctor, I am a 21-year-old mother of a 10-month-old. I have been diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder, borderline personality disorder, and major depression. I have been experiencing what sounds like my voice telling me horrible things about myself and the people around me for quite some time now but in the past year, this voice tells me to do horrible awful things to myself and others. The other night it felt like something completely took over my mind and body and did something terrible that could have effected my whole life. Have I been wrongly diagnosed? | Hello. If you have symptoms like voices telling you to do something wrong and you have feeling that these voices are real and are not your doubts then this needs re-evaluation. This could be due to some psychotic issues. Hearing voices giving running commentary could be due to auditory hallucination. You should discuss this with your psychiatrist during your next visit. Explain the symptoms in detail. This will help you. | |
Suggest remedy for pain in right groin
I had spinal fusion of the L-5, S-1 discs on 8/11/2104 and now I have right groin pain. What do I do about it? It was really bad yesterday. Scale of 1-10, it was an 8 pain level. I have been doing physical therapy but was told by my surgeon to stop the PT for a week and see what happens. What do you think? | Hi there Thanks for your question at HCM Groin pain is most commonly associated with strain of of the muscles, ligaments, or tendons present in that area. This is more likely if the onset of your pain is associated with any injury which happened while playing or after you slipped or twisted.Such pain would usually respond over 2 to 3 days to rest, pain killer medicines and ice applicationAnother common cause of groin pain is an inguinal hernia. An inguinal hernia occurs when internal tissues push through a weak spot in the groin muscles. This can create a bulging lump in your groin area and cause pain. Kidney stones (small, hard mineral deposits in the kidneys and bladder) or bone fractures can cause groin pain as well.On the other hand if you have been having pain for more than week and it has not responded to the above measures then other cause of one sided groin pain have to be considered. These include urinary tract infection, any inflammation in ovaries ( in females) and testes (in males), intestinal inflammation, hip joint related pain etc Groin pain due to pinched nerve in the spine is relatively uncommon and is usually associated with involvement at higher spinal levels mainly L2/3/4 levels. An L4/5 and L5/S1 problem is less likely to be associated with groin pain. At present there is not enough evidence to say that your L5/S1 disc is the reason for you groin pain.I would suggest you to see an orthopaedic surgeon , so that any lesion around the hip area can be ruled out and once that is done other less common cause can be ruled out in a step wise manner based on your response. Hope this helpsAll the bestRegardsDr.SBK | |
What causes low grade fever with lower abdominal pain?
My daughter had had a low grade fever off and on since tues., 5/11/10. 19 yrs. No other symptoms, besides some swollen glands in her neck. We were taking advilToday, 5/16, she has had fever most of the day, some puffyness around the eyes, some pain in lower right abdomen. Our other daughter is recovered recently from mono. We have an appointment tues 5/18. Weare now giving her tylenol. She is taking fluids, water oj, gatorade. | Hi.Thanks for your query.The reason of the low grade fever with swollen glands, puffiness around the eyes and pain in the right lower abdomen can be due to Viral fever- flu.There is a possibility of appendicitis or colitis giving similar symptoms. I would advise you to take her to the ER as there is no point in waiting to see a Doctor after 2 days as by this time she will be examined by a Doctor, investigated and properly treated. Please take her to the Emergency room to get investigated. Blood, urine and stool and an ultrasonography will help to have a differential diagnosis and get an appropriate treatment at the earliest. | |
What is the reason for mild pain near the bottom of left ribcage?
I am a woman aged 65 ,i have a moderate pain near to the bottom of my left rib cage , i have put on a few pounds of weight recently. i drink 2 to 3 glasses of dry white wine most evenings , i eat very healthly and take moderate excercise .I have just been through a lot of stress . | Hi,Generally, the pain should be either of liver, spleenic or diaghpragmatic origin. Some lung issues could lead to such pain too. An abdominal ulytrasound and chest X rays would be most appropriate. Kind regards | |
What causes pain in left side of chest?
I am 33 years old and in good health. I have a pain on the left side of my chest under my breast when I try to take a deep breath. I have had it before and it lasts a minute or two but today it won't go away and it is extremely painful. I am fine if I take short shallow breaths. If a bend over it hurts worse. Could this be a muscle spasm? Should I be worried or just let it pass? | helloyou need not worry about your symptoms. ur seems to be due to muscle spasm it hyperacidity. take antacids for two weeks and observe. nothing much to worry aboutthank you | |
What causes pain in the left side of the chest?
I often have a pain on the left side of my chest. It feels like its behind my breast. (I am female).. its not super sharp or intense. But it doesn't feel nice and it does hurt quite a bit. Any ideas? Its behind my left breast, lower left side of breast. | Hi. I can understand your concern. You will need a detailed evaluation with a detailed physical examination and chest x ray along with a mammogram. Consult a pulmonologist for the same.Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Q. I have an infected tooth with pus. What do I do?
Hello doctor,I have severe pain in my lower tooth on the right side. It never stops until I take a painkiller. Also, the effect of the painkillers I take only last a few hours. I guess I have an infected tooth, as there is pus. Now the right side of my jaw and the area under it started hurting. I am taking Ultracet or Tramadol for pain and Augmentin for infection. What is the problem and what do I do? | Hi. With all the signs and symptoms you experience, it is definitely an infected tooth. It seems like a deep tooth decay. Painkillers and antibiotics do help for a toothache with infection. As you said, it is the nature of the painkillers to last only for few hours and that is why it has to be taken every four or six hours depending on the dosage. These medications will not completely cure the tooth problem unless an active dental treatment is done. Hence I advice you to visit a dentist and get it sorted immediately. Depending on the depth of the tooth decay, it could be treated with a simple root canal treatment. Please do not self-medicate Augmentin. It is not to be taken for long, not more than five days. And with the painkillers, do not take multiple brand tablets. I suggest you continue tablet Ultracet (Tramadol) thrice daily after meal for three days. Gargling with warm salt water after every meal also will give a temporary relief. For more information consult a dentist online --> | |
Can an indention in leg be due to blood clot?
I have an indention on my right leg, just above the ankle (inside of leg). This just appeared a couple of hours ago. There is no pain or discoloration. I m very worried about this. Could this be a blood clot, or related to heart problem? If not, what could it be, and should I go to the ER? | hiu seem to have leg oedema which might be due to heart problems or side effects of medicine get ur blood profile done thanks | |
Suggest treatment for fibro myalagia with weakness and hair loss
hello, i had thyroid cancer 12 years ago today i have zero energy i stuggle with alot of back pain and hair loss. doctors say i have fibro myalagia. i believe they are dismissing my issues and not giving me any help with my situation, i believe they are more concerned about there best intrest and are ignoring mine. what should i do/ | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Treatment of fibromyalgia is very complicated. Physician, neurologist and psychiatrist all are needed to tackle that. So multidisciplinary team approach is needed. Drugs like amitrytiline or duloxetin is helpful. But it is prescription based medicine so consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. For pain tramadol and paracetamol can be used. Consult your doctor and 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 recurring neck pain?
What could cause this re-occurring pain that I have experience on the on my right side on back of my neck ? at times it can get a little stiff as I can hear some grinding on my neck collar. In 2006 I was diagnosed with slight de-generitve arthritis on my c-5 & c-6. cervical. Due to allergeric conditions I stopped taking Celebrex about 2 months ago, and it is about the time this pain started. | Hello,Thank you for contacting me at "Ask a Doctor". I will try to answer your question to the best of my ability.It sounds as though you have some mild degenerative disease in the cervical spine. This would account for your symptoms. Degenerative disease can cause pain, numbness, stiffness, and sometimes pain down into the neck, shoulder and arm.If you have any a lot of pain I would suggest taking something simple such as Tylenol. Sometimes seeing a physical therapist can help with these issues and they will teach you some stretches and exercises to perform at home. If the symptoms do not improve with these measures, then I would think about seeing your primary care physician.I hope this information is useful for you. Please do not hesitate to message us back if you have any further questions.Best wishes,Adrian Rawlinson MD | |
Is exercise advised for sore muscles in leg during a stroke?
My Mother had a small stroke May 30th affecting her right leg. She is able to use a walker. After exercising she says her leg feels weak, muscles hurt and she will take days off from exercising. Is this normal. Should she exercise the following day if her muscles are sore? | Dear patient Stroke leads to weakness of one or both sided upper or lower limbs affection with weakness. This usually recovers with physiotherapy and exercise. And physiotherapy is must for early and complete recovery. So even if she feels sore she should go for exercise for speedy recovery and so that her muscles do not get wasted. | |
What causes burning sensation in the hard palate while eating?
Palatine Rugae? ... as I've googled that.I have a lot of irritation and burn on the hard palate, while I eat. After sometime when I'm done eating It cools down and the irritation or the burn just goes awayBut then every time there's something in my mouth and it "rubs" off against itIt starts to burn like there's cuts on itPlease get back to me on this,The symptoms and what might have caused itAnd the treatment.Thank you | Hi..Thanks for the query.Looks like inflammation of the roof of mouth..The reason needs to be evaluated..For now use special mouth wash like magic mouthwash to gargle..Take soft and bland foods..Use soda bicarb rinses..Hold cold water in mouth for few seconds and rinse off to reduce inflammation..Hope this helps.. | |
What causes blood in stool in an infant?
a baby 5wks old they caught early blood in stool they started antibotics for 7 days she was before being fed interveniously because she just had open heart surgery a few weeks before that where they put bands in in which she had to gain weight for it too work tell me how her body has excepted all this | Hi.... by what you say and also by keeping the history and her age in mind I suggest the possibilities - 1. Antibiotic associated diarrhoea probably due to clostridium difficile infection2. Cow's milk protein allergy or intolerance.3. Hospital acquired infection and enteritis.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
6 years child has pus cells in urine
if there is 1-3 pus cell range in the urine test of the children , what about the danger of children about 6 years . please reply | Hi well come to hcm. 2 to 3 pus cells in urine has no significance its normal. No any kind of threat to children. make him to drink more of water. thanks | |
What causes painful lump on the back bottom left side of head?
Today I noticed a painful lump on the back bottom left side of my head. It seems to have appeared out of nowhere. I haven't experienced any headaches today. However, I did take a fall about 3 weeks ago, resulting in a black left eye, top left side of my nose was sore, and there is a slight tenderness in my left temple. Could these be related or could it possibly be something else? | Hi, dear I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have enlarged posterior cervical or occipital lymphnode due to some infection or dermoid cyst, soft tissue tumor or skin adenexal tumor. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology or 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 itching and swollen patches on body?
Itchy swollen patches or bumps that appear suddenly.Patches change shape and location frequently; any one patch generally only lasts for a few hours then fades away.Size of patches varies from a 1/2 inch to several inches across.In Caucasians and individuals with lighter skin tones, hives appear pink or red in color | Hello.Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your history and would like to know more details like - since when you are having the itchy patches (hives)? Do you have any other medical conditions? Do you need to take any other medication regularly/frequently? Are your hives associated with excessive sweating/physical activities? Do they occur after any specific food?From you history, I would like to make following suggestions to you:1. Were I treating you, I would prescribe you an antihistamine like cetirizine or levocetirizine or fexofenadine for symptoms.2. I would also suggest you to apply lotion like calamine over hives. Please do not scratch the itchy areas, they can aggravate the condition.3. Please avoid hot/spicy foods and activities causing excessive sweating.Hope above suggestions will help you.Should you have any further query, please feel free to ask at HCM.Wish you the best of the health.Thank you & Regards. | |
What causes bleeding in the stools?
Hi. I have had bright red blood in my stool for many years now. Sometimes there is a great deal of pain, while other times I don t feel any pain. Over the past year or so, the amount of blood has increase a lot. The toilet water will be completely red by the time I am finished going to the bathroom. Also, I had a blood clot (about the size of a grape) on the toilet paper recently. I am a 29 year old female. What could these symptoms indicate? | hello madam,thanx for your query on HCM,dont be panicked.looks like there is some bleeding point in your gastrointestinal tract.its very hard to correctly diagnose your case without examining you.better do visit a surgeon.get examined by him.take proper treatment recommended by him..things will improve. | |
How to lose weight for a total knee replacement?
Hi I am on DHC Continus 2 twice daily for knee pain pending a total knee replacement. I am having trouble sleeping and being comfortable because of pain II know that they are addictive can I take Imovane to try too sleep as I have tried most remedies to no avail I am a 68 year old woman with no major health problems I have just lost 29kgs and I have to loose another 18kg before I cab have the knee replacement. can u advise me. l | Hello, You can make the necessary diet modifications. Avoid fat and oily foods. You can seek help from a nutritionist also. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest treatment for pityriasis rosea of chest, back and arms
Hi, I have crohns disease, 1 week ago I went to my doctor and he told me I have pityiasis rosea. Now it is very bad, it is on my chest and stomach and my back and this morning it started on my arms and legs. He said it could be this bad because of my crohns that it is that bad and it could last a few month. What can I do? I'm going crazy! | Hi, pityriasis rosea is a self-limiting desease, which means that it doesnt need treatment unless it itches. So, you have to wait from 8 to 16 weeks for pytiriasis rosea to vanish. You may use moisturizer lotions, exposing yourself to the sun for short periods of time can help as well, 10 minutes daily may be enough. | |
Body itching, rashes on scratching, dust allergy, sneezing, running nose. Taking laveta-m. Treatment?
Dear Sir From last 6-7 months i have itching on the whole body when i scratch it rashes will appear. i went to doctor he asked to do prick test. in that, the report came as it is from Dust. for that i am taking tablets from last 5 months(Laveta M) but still i am facing the same problem. Last year i faced sneezing ,Runny nose but now it is not their. can u please suggest the remedy for it? | Hi Dear thanks for your question ,your having generalized itching and from last six months and your patch test is positive for dust,Dear the permanent remedy for you is to avoid your allergens that is dust,if you can avoid dust,even by wearing a face mask at your work place that will give you permanent cure fro allergic reaction of dust,other wise you have to take medicine which your taking of allergy that is LAVETA M.your runny nose is ALSO DUE TO DUST. | |
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 --> | |
I gave birth thirteen weeks ago and my husband and I would like to get pregnant again. I breastfeed once a day at the most. I did get my period on July 1 and then again July 14. What is the best way to monitor if I am ovulating again? | Hallow dear,You can monitor ovulation by:1. Ovulation monitoring kit2. Ultrasonography: daily scan is done day 9 onwards. It informs the size of the follicle when it ruptured to cause ovulation as well as the thickness of the endometrium. It is better to adjust the sexual intercourse on and around the day of ovulation for conception. Hope this helps you,DR. Nishikant Shrotri | |
Gum and nerve pain, treatment?
Hi Dr, I ve suffering gum nerve pain for almost 1 1/2 years now. Until now they can find any solution. Please advise what to do.thank you. AAAAAAA | hi.from ur history it appears that probably u r suffering from gum pain.most common cause of gum pain is gingival inflammation, which is due to accumulation of plapue and calculus around your tooth.visit ur nearby dentist, get the xray done and go for complete oral prophylaxis.wish u good health | |
What is the treatment for stomach pain?
My nine month old son has severe colic issues. If I feed him during the night do I need to give him colicaid drops. At night he does not take milk I feed him multigrain homemade kanji. With dry little milk to dilute. Do I need to give him colicaid drops after the feed. | Hi....no need to give colicaid drops. Even if there's any mild discomfort the infant will feel comfortable after he passes flatus. But by using colicaid drops - its only going to give temporary relief and the discomfort is going to return back again.I suggest you not to give any colicaid drops.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Suggest remedies for a stuffed nose in a baby
My son is a week shy of 6 months old. He has a very stuffed nose, after I get all the visible stuff out he still is clogged and can t sleep. I also have a humidifier on next to his crib. What can I do? | Hi, Rather than a humidifier which sometimes causes rebound nasal congestion, I suggest you use only saline nasal drops 4 or 6 times per day on as and when required basis, please. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Sumanth Amperayani, Pediatrician, Pulmonology | |
What causes pain and burning sensation in the lower back?
I have low back pain with nerves moving into both sides with terrible burning sensation, keeping me from moving. I was given a shot about a month ago that was not given right, blood came back and was all over floor. I am having problems since, cannot comb hair. I was using myour arms before that. I know that Doctors don`the usuallyrics speak against medical m staff but this nurse apparently hit a nerve or a blood vessel. Please tell me what you think. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As there was blood loss, there was inadequate injection in the blood vessel. Now maintain proper posture of back while sleeping, standing, and walking. Take a muscle relaxant as Aceclofenac and Thiocolchicoside. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr Varinder Joshi | |
What is the remedy for narcissistic behaviour?
I think my estranged husband suffers from narcissistic behaviour.....became totally obsessed with himself...at the gym and yoga every day...very critical of everyone...very negative, controlling. Spends an hour in the bathroom every night looking in the mirror..is obsessed with being successful...does not appreciate what he has. Has has a few affairs....thinks the girls chase him not the other way, lies about the affairs even when corned with lots of evidence...hates the idea of people thinking that he would be anything less that a honorable man....has never shown any real emotions other than anger and bullying...always the joker to everyone else...people would be shocked at how he has treated me....verbally very cruel...what do u think? | HelloThese could be symptoms of cyclothymic personality , not narcissistic personality. You have to talk to him regarding what you feel, without losing temper or raising your voice. Some of these individuals are very shallow from inside and react in this way to cover inner emptiness.Dr Saatiish Jhuntrraa | |
What causes pea sized lump on top of head?
hello, i had noticed a small pea sized lump on the top right side of my head. i have had it for about a year now and it continuously bleeds. i have been told it looks like a pimple but pimples dont last that long. some days it hurts alot.i wanted to get it checked out but i never have time. is there anything i shoud be concerned about? | no,this is probably some benign subcutaneous lesion such as fibroma or lipoma and it can be surgically removed if it grows to much or starts to hurt consantly | |
Rashes on the genital area and thighs. Severe itching. Contagious?
Ive been having this rash for a long time on d inside of my thighs n now around my genital area on some spots it just recently did that n I ve been having it for months maybe more than a year but its gettn bigger on d inside of my thight n it only itches around d rash but its not contagious I ve been having sex wit my wife n she doesnt have it | Hi Jose, There could be multiple causes of having rash in groins, genital area or inner side of thighs. It could be a fungal infection, intertrigo, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis etc. Treatment can only be suggested after having a look at the lesions. For the same either send pics of the involved area or visit a dermatologist near by. Take care. | |
What causes burping and something stuck up feeling in throat?
My daughter age 6 chked on a sweet 2 days ago, a woman helped to dislodge it by hitting my daughter on the back. She appears ok however I am noticing that she seems to be burping lots now and also says it feels like something is stuck in her throat when eating. | Hi, when something like you said sweet had stuck in the throat and was dislodged by thrust on back, can produce inflammation at point of stuck. And till this inflammation persists your child will feel that something has stuck there or lump like feeling. There is no need to worry, this symptoms will subside on its own in 1 week. I hope this has helped you. Wishing your child good health. Take care. | |
Suggest remedy for frequent malarial infection
hello, i am 42 yrs old african, i am alarmed at the rate i succumb to malaria attack despite all the precautions i take at prevention, most times most malaria drugs dont work for me until i take 2 or 3, i sometmes test positive and without treating i will feel better, wat do i do? | Hi..I have gone through your question and I understand your concern about it.I guess recurrence of malaria in your case is due to some parasite such as P vivax and P Ovale remained in dormant stage in liver after treatment which are called hypnozoites. You require radical cure of malaria if you did not take then.Radical cure can be treated by taking primaquine for 14 days. Additionally, you have to take preventive and control measures such as wearing full sleaves shirt and pant, use of insecticide treated net is the only method which gives 100 percent protection from mosquito bites.I would like to advice you to take complete treatment in order prevent resistance of drug to parasite. I hope this has answered your question.RegardsDr.Hamid | |
Is flying safe while being on antibiotics for pleurisy?
I was diagnosed with Pleurisy on Monday, was given antiboutics (sp) in case it was bacterial. I am a flight attendant and I am due to fly again on Saturday. I work for a regional airlines, i.e. smaller planes that do not go higher than 24,000 feet. But in a four day trip I make about 18 take offs/landings. Should I fly if pain/discomfort is gone? | Hi, pleurisy is a collection of fluid in pleural cavity and it causes pain during breathing. It may or may not be associated with breathlessness. If you don't have breathlessness, then you can perform your duties i.e. flying schedule. However, vigorous work schedule ought to be avoided. | |
Suggest treatment for pink eye and fever
My son has pink eye that he was given eye drops for. That was before his fever came,so I assume he has the viral type. Nothing is helping him and he isn t getting better. Is it dangerous? Fever still there for days and eye not improving. He is missing lots of school. Anything that can be done for him? | Persistent pinkeye could be from a severe allergy or infection that needs treatment. Also, the eyelid could be irritated called blepharitis.Hay fever is caused by an allergy to pollen.Pollen is the name given to the fine powder that is produced by plants, trees or flowers to fertilise other plants, trees or flowers of the same speciesLikely your child have Allergic pinkeye symptoms, that should improve once the allergen source is removed and the allergy itself is treated. Cold compresses or warm compresses (whichever feels best) can be used. If an allergy is the problem, a cool compress may feel better.Warm, moist compresses can spread infection from one eye to the other. Use a different compress for each eye, and use a clean compress for each application.Avoid the cause of the allergy, if possible. For example, if you have seasonal conjunctivitis then during the hay fever season try to avoid pollen by staying indoors as much as possible. Close windows and by wear wrap-around sunglasses when out.For pinkeye related to allergies, antihistamines, such as loratadine (Claritin) or cetirizine (Zyrtec), may help relieve your child's symptoms. Don't give antihistamines to your child unless you've checked with the doctor first.MEDICINES:Antihistamine nasal spray.Antihistamine tablets (or liquid medicines).Steroid nasal sprays and drops.Antihistamine eye drops work quickly.Mast cell stabilisers are another type of eye drop. | |
Q. Why am I having white thick vaginal discharge and stomach pain?
Hello doctor, I have white runny thick discharge with strong odor and itching, stomach makes weird noises and sometimes quick pain in lower stomach. Also thick white stuff under clit hood. | Hi. I saw the clinical picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Features are consistent with vaginal candidiasis. Thick curdy white discharge, itching are the classical symptoms of candidiasis. You need intravaginal anti-fungal medicine. Vaginal Clotrimazole gel, also oral antifungal tablets. Meet your Gynecologist for further evaluation and to rule out pelvic inflammatory disease because you are saying, you also have abdominal pain and heavy periods. | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? Thanks in advance. | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just cocaine but a combination of drugs. Cocaine narrows blood vessels (vasoconstriction). It can lead to erectile dysfunction. Few studies suggest that it has receptors on testicles and sperm. So, it can degenerate testicular tissues/or sperm quality, transfer from sperm to female egg and can lead to early miscarriage. Cocaine is a very fast acting drug which affects the nervous system and produces short-lived euphoric attitude for 15 minutes to an hour, but causes long-term damage to the body and brain like anxiety, depression, aggression, impairment of logic and critical thinking, heart problem, hypertension and decrease in bone density. Its half-life is an hour. So, it takes about an hour for half of the cocaine consumed to leave the body. But, with long-term use, the drug starts to accumulate in the blood and body tissues allowing certain tests to detect it in the system for an extended period of time. After a single use of cocaine, agents created by its metabolism can be detected in the urine for two to four days, and in chronic users, cocaine can be detected up to 12 days and highly concentrated cocaine can be detected in the urine up to three weeks. It can be detected in the saliva and blood for an average 12-48 hours. In hairs and sweat for an extended period of time, it can be detected. So, after all the above description, I do not know how your husband had cocaine, as a cocktail along with other drugs, or just cocaine? Secondly, how long he has been taking it? For you, have you been on alcohol, cocaine or smoking? If you had taken in the past, better to quit completely. My advice is, try to avoid drugs like cocaine, alcohol, ketamine, and MDMA completely for a couple of months before trying for pregnancy. Because, if the mother has an addiction, it has psychosocial effects on the fetus in addition to the drugs' side effects itself. Best of luck. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Q. What are the ways to manage irregular periods in a PCOS patient?
Hi doctor, I have been diagnosed with PCOS for more than 3 years. Recently I have been doing yoga and doing intermittent fasting for the past 2 months. Now I got my period twice in April and for may month it is spotting for the last 2 days. Please help me. | Hi. Treatment of women with PCOS should begin with lifestyle measures. For those who are obese, a combination of weight loss and exercise may stimulate ovulation. Intermittent fasting is wonderful lifestyle. What is your mode of intermittent fasting. Are you doing 16/8 or fast and feast? Have you tried 36 hours fasting? Please let me know. Also, low carbohydrates diet with no sugary juices and no added sugar is very beneficial. If the woman is not overweight or weight loss is ineffective then: taking into account potential adverse effects, ease and mode of use, the woman's BMI, and monitoring needed, Clomifene citrate or Metformin or a combination of the above. For women who are taking Clomifene citrate, I offer ultrasound monitoring during at least the first cycle of treatment to ensure that they are taking a dose that minimises the risk of multiple pregnancy. Women prescribed Metformin may know side effects such as nausea, vomiting and other gastrointestinal disturbances. If woman known to be resistant to Clomifene citrate, we can go for laparoscopic ovarian drilling or combined treatment with Clomifene citrate and Metformin if not already offered as first-line treatment or Gonadotrophins. So, there are plenty of options available and you are not alone we can together make a plan for management. Please give me more details if you have done investigations ultrasound and Harmone tests. | |
Why would one experience sudden lower stomach pain?
I have a pain in my lower stomach left side area it is not always there but it hurts when I lift something or have to go to the bathroom or get up from the laying down position. What might it be and would you suggest me to go to the VA and see my regular doctor? | Hiin my clinic I would have told the patient it is torn abdominal muscle Give rest to the abdomen for few days and do not lift heavy objects If you want to visit your regular doctor it will not be bad ideaDr Lal | |
Why is my forearm bruised and swollen?
I had a tournament on sunday and everytime i kicked the lad on the head he blocked it with his forearm and it killed; and now it has swollen and is a bit bruised. The first aider checked it but didn t tell me whats wrong with it she just told me to exercise it. | Hello, It could be a minor contusion or sprain, the fracture is unlikely. As of now, you can use analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like aceclofenac/serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief. You can also apply ice-packs for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopaedician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
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 vomiting sensation in a child?
My 5 year old daughter has been experiencing bursts of nausea since last night without vomiting. She has an appetite and has been eating and drinking. She suddenly becomes pink, then pale and feels like vomiting. It subsides after a few seconds. Any thoughts? | Your daughter could be suffering from a gastro intestinal infection. Give her ondansetron to reduce the nausea. There is not much to worry about since her feeding is normal. Give ORS if vomiting occurs. | |
Suggest medication for Rheumatic Heart Disease and back pain
I have an Rheumatic Heart Disease,and having a Zalpen penicillin injection every 28 days for almost 6 years..I suffered shoulder back pain all the way to my head and I felt that my haft body is cramp. What should I do to lessen the pain I felt.Thank you... | Hi,Try to take Ibuprofen 400mg 3 times a day after the meal for 5-7 days, unless you have some allergy or any contraindications for it, e.g.GI bleeding recently. If there is no improvement you need to see your doctor to perform some investigations to find out the cause.Take careCome back if you have any further questions | |
Pain in the lower back radiating to the front side. Could this be nerve related?
i am 42 yr old female and healthy. i just had a physical and blood work and everything came out good. ive been having a very dull pain in my left lower back that seems to travel. it sometimes feels like it is going through the front. its more annoying than painful. could it be a nerve? when i get a massage it feels better but seems to come and go. | hello , Your symptoms of dull aching pain in left lower back region ,radiating to front consistent with L)lumbar radiculopathy (Involvement of nerve root which arises from spina lcord) This usually is more common in females with obesity and calcium depletion.This makes bones and ligament softer and chances of mild disc protrusion and compressing roots.Since you does not have any weakness. You need not worry. You need neuralgic medicine which has to be started after assesing you clinically by neurologist and imaging after assesment | |
Can alternative accupressure therapy be given along with homeopathy for cancer?
my father age 65,having tongue & throat cancer for last 3 months.he has been taking homeopathy medicine for last three months.he cant eat or chew any solid food,every thing in liquid form,i want to give him the alternative acupressure therapy,so please show me the path. | Hi Welcome to HCMIhave gone thru your query regarding your father's sufferings due to cancer of throat & tongue. It is a matter of great concern .Yes you can apply Accupressure Pls consult a specialist .In my opinion , you should take guidance from an oncologist for actual treatment as the condition of the patient has gone beyond the hands of Alternative therapies .Alternative therapies can help you in the begining of the problem & help you strengthening your immune system by following regular life style - proper food habits - intake of fiber , fresh fruit , green leafy veges, vitamins ,minerals all antioxidents as garlic , ginger , onion , in raw form , lot of water Turmeric powder with a cup of hot milk in b/f and at bed time twice and lemon juice with water before meals are anti biotic ,kills bacteria in mass bases and gives resistance to our body from diseases . Aloe vera juice freash 20- 25 ml twice and coconut water also can stimulate the immune system to produce cancer killing chemicals. >Regular exercise ,yoga pranayam -deep breathing andpropr, rest ,meditation ect; and avoidance of fried, fast foods , te coffee , alcohol smoking , mental worry anxiety .and constipation , all strengthen our immune system ,helps to lead healthy happy life .ask him to do gargles with salty luke warm water twice daily to detoxify the system I suggest ,You can try Magnato therapy treatment is good potant tool of treatment without any side effect goes with any therapy and kills becteria on mass bases If you have any therapist around ,or if you can arranage a set of 2 magnets of SUM 500 power ,inform me. I can give you info about system of using and how it works , though it is simple to use but dos and donts are there to be followed . Give him Homeopathic Carcinocin 200 fortnightly 3 doses .If already giving pls ignoreHope this helps solve your query ,Take care .All the best Wish him fast recovery Don't hesitate to get back if have any doubt at drsuchda@gmail.com | |
what causes blister on thigh?
my 5 month old woke up with a blister looking thing on her inner thigh on the diaper line. it is not hard and when i push on it she pulls back but doesn't appear to be real painful. It looks to be very filled with puss and i am not sure if i should take her in or wait and see if it goes away/ | Hi dear, It seems not as puss,it can be smegma of white color. Wash in antiseptic or soda water, apply 1% Chloramphenicol ointment 3 times.If it will not relief then consult UrologistWish your baby good health | |
History of colon CA. Taken Cetuximab. Want second opinion on more aggressive treatment
Dx colon CA met to liver Sep 2008, Colon resection Oct 2008, Folfiri Jan 2009-2012, Folfox 2012 6mo did not work, Cetuximab/Irinotecan Feb 2013- Jul 2013. 1st 3 mo of cetuximab/Irin was amazingly effective. Metastases and liver lesions under control with little or no activity on PET until 2nd 3mo of cetuximab. Now new multiple lesions in liver, paraortic and carinii nodes reflared, and new small lesions on pancreas, omentum fat and peritoneum. My current onc has no more alternatives for me except for a phase 1 trial for one specific genome that may be sensitive to tx. Trial is in Dallas. I'd like a second opinion to see if a more aggressive proven tx is available. 61yrs, no pain, otherwise good health and activity. Never mind, I already know the answer. A 2nd opinion from a reliable doc is always helpful to make the right decision. | Your case is a stage 4 ca colon , as u taken first line of chemotheraphy with two types of regime . Now recurrence of liver lesions and metastasis indicates as the cetuximab/ irinotectan what u r receiving is either not acting or already its ur advanced stage . As the oncologist suggest going for new treatment is one of the best option and only hope for the ur disease . Hope u get well soon and also involving in trials help in reseach activity of malignancies | |
Suggest treatment for poor bowel and bladder control with pain in rectum
I am a 42 yr old male. when the sensation of wanting a number one or two come I cannot hold it long at all, i have put that down to me now getting on a bit in life. However over the last few months if i need to urinate my rectum really aches and i get pains in my stomach. I am not passing blood nor is my urine a heavy colour and i do drink water regular ( couple of glasses a day) | neruostimulation can be done. this is a surgery that a colorectal surgeon can perform.Please rate 5 Stars! I strive to provide the best answers to your questions. | |
Suggest methods to conceive in females with pocd and follicles in ovaries
hi... I was suffering from PCOD from the past 5 months.... I just did my ultrasound and it says that I still have some folicles in both my ovaries.... what should i do, I want to conceive... my ovaries size is 3.65x2.46x1.84 cm- LEFT and 3.66x2.64x1.53cm - RIGHT... Prolactine is 24.2 ngSANGEETA | Hi, I think you should go for ovulation induction that means you will need some medicines for growth of your eggs and when egg reaches a size of more than 17 mm you will be given an injection for rupture. Then you can try naturally for 2 to 3 days. After that take some progesterone for next 2 weeks. Before all this you should get your thyroid profile done. your prolactin is normal.Get a semen analysis done for your husband.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards,Dr. Khushboo Priya | |
Suggest remedy for severe dry cough with throat pain
Good afternoon Sir, I had mild fever and sever body-aces. Its about 8 days back.At that time I took aceclo plus and relived from fever.But its about 5 days I have sever dry cough ,throat pain,not feeling healthy. Even not able to sleep at night due to sever cough.Now I am thinking to take antibiotic. Kindly help me its very painful.Is there any other options except antibiotic.Kindly suggest. | Hello, Probably you had an upper respiratory tract infection of viral origin and fever subsiding indicates that your infection have gone away. Your throat pain may be a result of severe cough for this condition you will benefit from the following measures1-Inhale steam in a shower or use a humidifier.2-Drink anise, fenugreek, and ginger as a tea.3-Drink plenty of water.4-Use antihistamines such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl).5-Use antitussive such as Benzonatate (Tessalon)No need for an antibiotic unless fever re-emerged. | |
Irregular periods, trying for baby, semen flows out of vagina. Is this natural?
Hi Doctor, I am a 33 year old guy and got married in Nov 2011. Since last couple of months I and my wife are trying for a baby but has not been lucky so far. I wanted to know where are we going wrong and what best can be done. Here are few facts for your knowledge - 1. My wife gets irregular periods and hence we are not very sure of the ovulation date. In Mar 12 and Apr 12 here date was around 28 - 29 of each month. Based on this we calculated the ovulation date (which as per our knowledge is around 14 days before the period date) to be around 14 - 15 of May. We tried during this time and my wife missed the date of 29 last month and the period started on 3 June 12. I think due to this our calculation went for a toss and she could not conceive this month also. 2. After the sex session on each occasion we have observed that my discharge flows back out from my wife vargina. We generally clean it with a cloth. Is this a natural behaviour? I am not sure if any discharge ever stay inside. What can be done in this case. 3. Does regular excercise even during the ovulation time safe or does is also result in not conceiving. Please guide us and thank you very much in anticipation. | Hai, Now you can test for your seminal analysis. If there is any deficiency it could be corrected. Next all the semen ejaculated cannot go into the uterus. The os of uterus opened only during child birth and during abortion. Other times it will be closed only. The part of semen will be get in only by capillary action around (1-2/10th- that is around 0.3-0.5ml) Sperms will swim up by its motility. The remaining seminal plasma has to come out and this phenomena is called as 'FLOW SEMINIS' . sO YOU NEED NOT WORRY ABOUT THAT.Regular exercise will not interfere anyway with ovulation. | |
How to cure pinched nerve in the thigh with pain?
im told i have a pinched nerve in my thigh or possible in my back and it is giving me pain in my thigh how long does it take to heal a pinched nerve ? it has been about 10 days it definately feels better but i still get have some discomfort in my thigh | hi,thank-you for providing the brief history.As the history suggest me there is a nerve root impingement in the lumbar spine leading to discomfort in the thigh muscles.as there will be inflammation in the lumbar spine so the symptoms are arised. As this can be controlled by strengthening the muscles of the lumbar spine. Undergoing physical therapy like therapeutic ultrasound therapy and TENS therapy will help reduce the pain and inflammation. Exercise is needed to strengthen the core and spinal muscles to stabilize the anatomical position of the bones in the lumbar spine and avoid recurrency.Regards Jay Indravadan Patel | |
Bleeding behind the wisdom teeth followed by formation of hard lump on the gums, no pain. Should I take it out?
I was brushing my teeth (I have braces by the way) yesterday and I noticed that behind one of my wisdom teeth (still growing) that it was bleeding but I thought it was nothing big. The next day (today) I brushed that area and there was no bleeding. I still went to the mirror to check that area and now I see some small rock like thing in my gum next to the wisdom tooth . There isnt any pain or anything and I think use a little bit of force I may be able to pull it out....I am positive that it is not food. Should I be worried about this? Should I take it out? | Hello Welcome to HCM I read you query & would like to clarify that bleeding can be due to some food lodgement in associated area.In case of orthodontic treatment you need to take special care of your oral hygiene. Don't experiment anything by your own & when you go for next appointment get it checked. Meanwhile start using 0.2%chlorhexidine mouthwash 10ml half an hour after brushing. Maintain proper oral hygiene as well. Take Care Regards Dr.Neha | |
Is it safe to take medicine for lungs problem during pregnancy ?
dear sir, I have taken antibiotics during first 3 months of pregnancy due to severe lungs problem...will it affect baby complexion? | Hi; welcome to HealthcareMagic Modern day antibiotics are designed in a way that they have minimal side effects unlike previously used antibiotics like Tetracycline which used to cause yellowness of teeth.The recent antibiotics will just help treat infection and do not affect the complexion of baby.Secondly the most important point is complexion is governed by genes that run with in a family so he will have complexion like his father or mother so don't worry. Thanks | |
Suggest remedy for swelling in ankle post injury
My wife, 76, turned her ankle getting out of her chair at a park. I plied an ice pack out of our cooler & returned home within 3/4 of an hour & applied ice packs for the past 2 hours .she has an egg size swelling on the outside of her ankle bone with considerable bruising | HiThanks for your queryAfter going through your query I came to know that you had injury ankle while playing volleyball and fell while spiking the ball. It seems to me soft tissue injury (sprain). X-ray may be done to exclude fracture. Putting ice is OK . You should not use it till it pains. Splint can be used to rest it. Leg should be keep elevated on pillow to reduce swelling. Analgesic such as diclofenac will be of use for pain. You can take vitamin B-complex and C to promote healing. You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any further questions then don't hesitate to writing to us . I will be happy to help you.You can also write to me directly on below link: you good health.Take care. | |
What causes pain or burning during ejaculation?
Hi doctor , i am having pain or burn after ejaculation, its lasts upto around 30 minutes and after that automatically its solving -during this 30 minutes several times am going to bathroom for urinating. This burn is not regularly happening but its happening once in every 3 months or near to tht interval.I am a 24 yr old , i am very much disturbed with this poblem - please give me a reply sir | Dear user,Thank you for writing to us.I understand your concern about burning pain after ejaculation.This suggests possibly inflammation of the structures near the urine tube like prostate or other sex organs.Kindly take plenty of fluids orally and sees an urologist or general surgeon near your area to rule out possibility of infection.This can be treated successfully.Use barrier methods (condom) during sex with your partner. If your partner has any symptoms like burning, discharge or itching, then she do require treatment.Wish you good health. | |
What causes persistent hip pain radiating towards foot?
I have had hip pain for some time. It comes and goes with the weather. More recently the pain travels down my thigh to my knee and sometimes all the way to my foot. I have had vein removal done about two years ago and I have had arthritis but it appears it is advancing. My general practitioner thinks aI should see a orthopedic doctor. What do you think? | Hello,My first diagnosis for you would be hip osteoarthritis. Usually, this kind of hip pain travels down in to thigh and knee but not below the knee (unless you have knee arthritis too). Normally, a pelvic x-ray and consultation with orthopedic surgeon will confirm or exclude this diagnosis. If the pelvic x-ray does not show any hip arthritis then I would go to the second most common problem which is sciatica from lower back problems such as lumbar discal hernia or spondylarthrosis or other lower back problems.Even though you do not have any lower back pain, sometimes lower back disease can refer the pain to the hip, knee, and foot and toes like you have. Normally, this would require a lower back MRI and consult with neurologist or neurosurgeon.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Edvin Selmani | |
What is the painful lump and swelling in my jaw after a tooth?
I had a toothache and painful bump in lower left jaw under effected tooth. Bump is hard and stays in place. Its very painful to even Light touching. Inside of mouth and outside by effected area is swollen. Worst pain Is when I move my tounge or swallow. I had the tooth removed yesterday. But the pain in my jaw is still there and worse. | Hi,It seems that you might be having alveolar abscess giving this problem.As now tooth is removed, this will be alright gradually.Go for one antibiotic medicine course for 3-5 days.Ok and take care. | |
Suggest tests to find the squint eyes in kids
hi my son is 3 years old ,and many people say his eyes are squint ,v went to a doctor but my son did not allow doctor to have any checkup.how to know his eves are squint or not.help me . thanks Shhouram Khan | doctor may done checkup in sedation. take your baby to a hospital where both pediatrician and ophthalmologist are present. | |
LFT done. Anything to worry. Treatment?
I did my LFT and below is the result,S. total bilirubin 0.6, S direct bilirubin 0.2 & S.indirect billirubin 0.4, S. total protein 7.9, S.Albumin 5.0, S.Globulin 2.9, S. A/G ratio 1.72, S.SGOT 120, S.SGPT 290, S.Alkaline phosphate 109, S.G.G.T 55, PT Patient 13.5, PT Control 11.0 & INR 1.21,I have high level of S.SGOT & S.SGPT & S.G.G.T. Do i need to worry, do i need some medicine ? | Hi and welcome to HCM.Its elevation is common found in many disorders must most usually is alcoholic, viral, autoimmune or toxic liver damage. The most common liver disorders is fatty liver which can be found in healthy people, but usually is resulting from elevated blood lipids, overweight and elevated blood sugar. If ultrasounds didnt find anything and viral markers are negative then you have no reason to be concerned. YOu should treat it by changing dietary and lifestyle habits. Do exercise, avoid alcohol, smoking, fats, fast food and carbonated drinks. Eat more fruit and vegetables, boiled meat and follow some of hepatoprotective diets. Findings usually improves on such measures. If not, then some medicines can be prescribed, but I suggest to go step by step. If you dont have any symptoms then this is just slight and reversible liver damage.Wish you good health. | |
How to treat bile problem?
It started about six months ago when I would continually wake up during the night coughing up bile. I thought at the time it was phlegm. Eventually that stopped 9 I can only sleep now with my head up) and suddenly at the same time......every time I try to eat and most times now even drinking I have a hard time swallowing and am forced to eat very very slow. 9 times out of ten I know throw up within 5 to ten minutes of eating and what comes up is bile again and food particles that haven t digested. I have lost thirty pounds (needed to anyway-lol) but not this way. am getting very scared of choking now because at times its hard for me to catch my breath after trying to swallow. | Thank you for posting your query.further evaluation needed for your dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) and nausea.try to visit a gastroenterologist and fix an appointment to undergo upper GI endoscopy to visualize your alimentary canal from mouth to first part of duodenum (small intestine). any further questions, please let me know.Health professionals aim to diagnose properly and manage patients according to their limited knowledge. Cure is blessed by the ONE who Created us, whose power and knowledge is unlimited .wish you good health.regards,Dr Tayyab Malik | |
How to treat flu causing high temperature and nose bleeds?
my 13 yr old daughter has had a nasty cough and bad chest for 3 weeks now, i took her to the doctors last week and he said it is a virus and hopefully she would shake it off but would put some antibiotics out for her if she gets no better this week, today i have asked for some as she is no better, she has started getting nose bleeds high temps etc and her cough is really hurting her. should I be worried about her nose bleeds | Hello,First of all, start steam inhalation to let the sputum flow and clear the nose gently.Give syrup Rigix 1 TSF thrice a day with syrup Brufen and give Augmentin drug now as I do not know which antibiotic you are giving. Also, give plenty of fluids.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Hina Javed | |
What causes diarrhea in a child?
My baby is a little over 7 weeks old and he has had a little diarrhea and his last dirty diaper had small pieces of jelly like substance in his yellow almost watery diarrhea. He doesn t have a fever, and has acted normal today but he has been unusually sleepy today. Should I be worried? He s breast Fed and formula fed | As u mention in the question ur baby pass normal stool which contain jelly with some watery and yellow in color.Other thing ur baby is sleepy mostly in day and wake up in night which is normal Give him feed at least every 2 hrlyNot to worry about it | |
What causes severe heaviness in the chest?
Hi... i feel my chest veru heavy sometimes. I feel like i have a lot of flems. I hit on my self eith a small water bottle and on my back egg while i cough and some flems come out. Big release and the headache goes. Is some medicine to help me take out all this flems? | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.Possibility of hyperacidity related symptoms is more likely in your case.Hyperacidity can cause gastritis, chest Heaviness, tightness, burning (flames feeling) which is relieved by burping.So take pantoprazole tablet on empty stomach twice daily.Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid junk food.Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals.Go for walking after meals.Quit smoking and alcohol if you have these habits.Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
What causes black spots on the penis and erectile dysfunction?
HI i m 39years unmaried my penis head turned to brown and with black spots on it no itching or burning, its looks wired, odd to see now, give me the solution to bring back pink color head, 2. when enrected, my penis wont be hard enough to have intercourse i mean i an unable to push inside my penis, and it ejects very soon. give me sotution for both | HiI had gone through your query.Black spot on penis may be due to skin pigmentation.Better to consult dermatologist because without examine it it will difficult to treat it.Regarding erectile dysfunction1st thing you have to do is go for penile Doppler to know blood flow and chance of erection with medications etc.erectile problem has many origins1st is life stylestress and busy life style make u fatigue and secondry to this it makes less desire in sex and erectile problems2nd is relationshipfree communicative and mutual understanding will helpsex is mutual act so try to do mutually and tell your problem to partnerthis will reduce your anxiety and able to erect easilyso stress free lifestyle and mutual communication will help3rd is physical healthroutine check up and fit physical health is necessary.diabetes need to be ruled out.psychological soundness is must and sun set focus method for erection is very useful Medicines like sildenafil,, tadanafil, tetrafol plus etc,do take advise from doctors.Still if you have query then feel free to ask me directly on you.Get well soon. | |
Q. I cannot stop talking to myself. What should I do?
Hello doctor, I am 22 years old. Recently, I have noticed that I cannot stop talking to myself. I start conversations and even arguments with people that I create in my mind. I not only talk to them but also get certain mannerisms and facial expressions during the arguments as if it was absolutely a real one. Moreover, I cannot cope with my life and reality as well. I am almost always considering suicide or self-harm and I fear I will do something bad. I feel like screaming really loud and punching everybody and everything. Then, I just want to lie down, listen to music, put myself in imaginative situations where I am the most excellent, powerful person. Sometimes I wake up at night and the voices in my head wake me up. I feel angry at myself and want to strangle my brain. Please help me. | Hello. I understand what you are going through. Hope this was helpful. For more information consult a psychiatrist online --> | |
What does 'Left Kidney midpole question 7mm nonobstructive stone' mean?
Hi I am a 42 yr old woman with a history of Kidney Stones. I was having a IBS attack for about a week. My G.I. Dr. ordered a abd. Ultra Sound and found a 7mm Kidney Stone in my left Kidney the report said: Left Kidney midpole question 7mm nonobstructive stone. What does this mean? And can I pass the stone that is 7 mm? I had stones in the past that were smaller, and were painful. What my Dr do to remove this stone? | Good Day and thank you for being with Healthcare Magic!for a 7mm stone you may have a hard time passing out that stone since the passage is only 3mm in size. I would suggest doing shockwave therapy on your kidney stone to fragment the stone and you will be able to pass it easily. I hope I have succeeded in providing the information you were looking for. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications at: I would gladly help you. Best wishes. | |
When will diarrhea caused by typhoid stop?
I have confirmed with blood test report as Typhoid. I was having fever between last saturday to monday morning. but now i dont have fever and still have diarrhea. doctor advised to use ciplox tz, dolo 650, zinetac. Now i did not feel fever, less body pain but having diarrhea. when the diarrhea will stop? | Hello, Thank you for your contact to health care magic. I understand your concern. If I am your doctor I suggest you that it is suspected to be antibiotic associated diarrhoea. You should continue with treatment. I advice you can add lactic acid bacillus spore capsule to help in your diarrhoea. Once you complete your treatment your diarrhoea will be away. I will be happy to answer your further concernYou can contact me. Dr Arun Tank. Infectious disease specialist. Thank you. | |
Does throbbing sensation in knee indicate nerve issues
Hello, I am experiencing issues with my back and left knee. When I sit for a while and stand up I cannot walk right away I have to stand and stretch for a while before I can walk. Sometimes I get a throbbing sensation behind my knee and have to keep my leg bent. I cannot sit on a flat surface such as the floor or even the bed with my feet straight they have to be bent. I cannot kneel down at all once my toes press on the floor I get a throbbing sensation shooting up my body. I think there is something wrong with my nerve endings. | Your age & sex please?kindly rule out diabetes or any other metabolic disorder.Physiotherapy will help you.you shoul take Multiviamin 1 tab.OD & paracetamol 250mg SOSX 10days.kindly keep me informed about your progress. | |
What are the side effects of Folitrax?
Hi I am suffering from R.A. since the last 4 years. I have been prescribed Folitrax. I used to take 1 tablet once in a fortnight but to no effect. Since my dosage has been increased to 2 tablets per week I am feeling much better. I wanted to know what is the maximum dosage which can be taken and what are the side effects of this drug? | Hello, Let me tell you that Folitrax(Methotrexate) tablet comes usually in 2.5 mg strength and the usual weekly dose is 7.5 mg while the maximum weekly dose is 20 mg. So your dose is still moderate and there is no need to worry at all. Common side effects of folitrax are nausea,stomach pain hair loss etc. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Prabhash Verma, General & Family Physician | |
What is the remedy for fibriel seizure attack with blue legs and hand nails?
My daughter was 2 yrs old when she got her first fibriel seizure that tym she only become unconscious after 4month same symptoms but after one month she had a fever I gave her Sapofen 5ml after 3hrs she is normal suddenly I saw her legs and hand nails are getting blue we rush to hospital .there she shivering and get fibriel seizure attack that tym her temperature was 104 f this tym her body wad stiff. ..doctor admitted her..do her number of tests blood urine and do LP also take a fluid from her spinal chord .doctor said herWBC count is very high around 25000 but her reports all are normal .now I give her sapofen ,fevadol suprax and voltaren if required pls advice is this ok for controllingher fever...why her getting blue | THERE IS A CONDITION CALLED BLUE BABY SYNDROME WHICH OCCURS DUE TO CONJENITAL HEART DEFECTS- VALVULAR/SEPTAL. SUCH BABIES ARE MORE PRONE TO INFECTION AS EVIDENCED IN YOUR CASE WITH WBC COUNTS 25000. PLEASE GET A CARDIOLOGY CONSULTATION FOR YOUR BABY ASAP. | |
Could microvascular ischemic demyelination be due to lupus?
I am a 48 yo white female with a history of epilepsy, SLE, hypothyroidism, SVT, etc. Recently I experienced at severe headache with dizziness, sensation of fainting, and nausea. I have had migraines in the past with neurologic symptoms of partial vision loss. This recent episode was different. My doctor ordered a cerebral MRI and the results show 'chronic microvascular ischemic demyelination." Could this be a new manifestation of the lupus? | Central nervous system (CNS) lupus refers to several different neurological and/or behavioral clinical syndromes in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The neuropsychiatric manifestations of lupus, which are frequent, vary from mild to severe and are often difficult to distinguish from other conditions and etiologies. Any location within the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) may be affected with a variety of presentations from mild cognitive dysfunction to seizures, stroke or coma.summarizes the major manifestations of CNS lupus.Major manifestations of CNS lupus described below:- Cognitive dysfunction (not thinking clearly, memory deficits etc.)HeadachesSeizureAltered mental alertness (e.g. stupor or coma)Aseptic meningitis (inflammation of the covering of the brain)Stroke (disturbance of the blood supply to different parts of the brain)Peripheral neuropathy (e.g. numbness, tingling, burning of the hands and feet)Movement disordersMyelitis (disruption) of the spinal cord. Visual alternationsAutonomic neuropathy (e.g., flushing reaction or mottled skin) Hope this will helpful to you... | |
What causes poor concentration and focus, depression and attraction towards opposite sex?
i am not able to concentrate in my studies my mind is deviated i spend too much time on study but i get poor marks i am depressed my mind always gets deviated toward opposite sex i am emotional in nature i coudnt balance my self please suggest me what to do?And this problem is very intense and i am facing it from long time. | Dear, We understand your concernsI went through your details. You must be able to understand Concentration, attention span, recollection and distraction. If you are able to watch a movie for two hours continuously, if you are able to play a game for an hour, then you do not have any concentration problems. You can't be attentive towards your studies because you are not interested in it. You are able to watch movie and play game because you are interested in it. Human cannot be attentive towards anything for more than 10 minutes. If the task is boring, it is natural that that person will sleep or feel sleepy. Then you should study in such a way that your attention is continued and make the subjects are interesting to you. Effective learning techniques should help you. Recollection depends on anxiety, stress and other physical and circumstantial factors. Distractions while studying are plentiful. You should be able to overcome distractions or avoid distractions. Please understand the above. Change your study style and attitude accordingly. Please search internet for "effective learning" techniques.I strongly suggest you to change your attitude towards your outlook and life. A good counseling session will help you immensely.If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. Make sure that you include every minute detail possible. Hope this answers your query. Further clarifications are welcome.Good luck. Take care. | |
Anemia, breathlessness, chest compression, gastritis, headaches. Prescribed vitcofol. Suggestions?
I am a 54 year old male and do not consume alcohol and vegetarian My B12 level is 148 PG/ml. I have been prescribed 2ml Vitcofol ( cynocobalamin 500 mcg/ml ) injections every third day for 7 days. Is this good enough? I have symptoms like Anemia - (Hb - 12.9) breathlessness and chest compression gastritis slight giddiness Unexplained head aches Investigations: ------------------ CT Angio is normal with a clacium score of 0 and no vascular stenosis Brain MRI is also normal Thyroid hormones are normal USG Abdomen shows fatty liver grade 2 with mild hepatomegaly Gastroscropy revealed gastritis, mild deuodinitis and Inlet patch Question: ------------ Is the prescription for B12 good enough or should I alter this? Sundar | Hi Sundar,You seem to be having a low B12 level, but since the haemoglobin is good it shouldn't be a major problem. The dose of B12 injections that has been prescribed is adequate.The other symptoms that you have are unlikely to be due to B12 deficiency and you seem to have been investigated thoroughly.You might want to get a cardiac evaluation done for the chest tightness.Regards. | |
Q. How can we manage OCD?
Hi doctor, I am 25 years old. I have OCD. I have the habit of counting books for the past five to six years. I have disturbed sleep with many thoughts for one hour for at least seven to eight years. But, for the last two years, I am avoiding such rational things. I also experience mood changing behavior, sometimes I am very confident, excited, sometimes very depressed. I have started avoiding to have such thoughts. It affected my sleeping pattern entirely. I wake up every day with the confusion that I have not slept for the entire night. I have experienced child bullying in my school days. My classmate used to beat me every time in those days. My father is dominating, and my mother has experienced domestic violence. My home environment was tensed in my childhood days. In my school days, I had a better memory power to remember the page numbers. But now, I am having low memory power after I got OCD. I had no stage daring from early childhood. Now, I avoid public meetings, family functions because I am afraid of talking with a large group of people. Sometimes, I am scared of talking to a specific individual. All these things have affected my life entirely. I have missed a lot of opportunities due to these problems. I have a family history of issues in mental health. I have taken medication Fluvoxamine, SSRI, Olenz, Clonazepamine last year. But I felt tired and sleepy every day after taking pills for two to three months. So I stopped it. Now what to do, received treatment from four to five doctors. But I have not visited consistently due to sleepiness, tiredness due to medication. Still, the problem persists. Now, what to do? | Hi. I can understand your concern. You are having symptoms of OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder), social anxiety and depression. You have controlled most of your OCD symptoms and have a problem of excessive sedation with the drug. Most of SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor), Oleanz (Olanzapine) and Clonazepam can cause sedation. But Fluoxetine is one of the SSRI that usually does not cause sedation. If your doctor has not tried Fluoxetine, then you can ask him to give a trial of it as it has good efficacy for OCD and depression. Also, psychotherapy has good positive evidence in the management of OCD. If you have not received it, go for it, it is a type of therapy in which the therapist will lead you to behave in a better way. Forgetfulness can be due to many reasons including poor attention, depression and poor concentration. Do regular exercise and take adequate sleep. Avoid any substance use like alcohol, smoking. For more information consult a psychologist counsellor online.---> | |
How effective is Ovigyn tablet in treating secondary infertility?
hi! I m 42 yrs old. I have had 5 failed ivf cycles. I am suffeing from secondary infertility. I had an an ectopic pregnancy resultinf in cutting of my right tube in 1999. I had other health issues due to which i could not try conceiving. Tjen i had a chocolate cyst on my right ovary. Sunce past 8 yrs i have been trying ivf. The second attempt resulted in pregnancy but ended as blighted ovum. In my previous ivf cycle my dr. Prescribed ovigyn d 25 mg thrice. My response was fairly good.. Now i am just teying to conceive naturally,though difficult,(i ve never tried the having regular sex route previouslt due to certain circumstamces) i m not seeing any dr. At the moment. Do you suggest that i should take ovigyn tab considering my age? Does taking ovygyn has any advwrse effect on the cyst? Kindly reply & help ,as time is crucial for me | Hello,Thanks for submitting your question here.You are trying to conceive naturally and have a query regarding the Ovigyn tablet.Ovigyn tablet contains a compound termed dehydroepiandrosterone which helps in improving fertility.It causes ovulation induction if your eggs are not being released.But mind it that it can cause nausea,headache in some woman.This tablet has neither any adverse effect of the cyst nor it is contraindicated as per your age.I suggest you to take this tablet without any confusion while trying to conceive.SincerelyDr Sanjoy | |
What is the recovery time for a carpal tunnel surgery?
I ve been told I need carpal tunnel surgery in both hands, (had the EMG test yesterday). I will see my doc next week for the next steps. I need to know sooner, about how long is the recovery time - I need to judge how long it will be before I can have the second surgery. Thank you, Sharon Johnson | Hi, Generally the recovery time will be about two weeks. In some patients mild stiffness persist and require physiotherapy. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What are the side effects of Menslin N and Fertisure F?
Hi Doctor. I am Deepa Joel and iam 36. My husband 38. We are trying for one year to conceive for my 2nd child. I have taken all the tests, Ovulation studies and follicular monitoring. Every thing is normal. Now, doctor has given me menslin N and Fertisure F for 15 days. I am confused and doubt whether any side effects for this tablets. Kindly help me know about this tablets. Also any other test should be taken. Thanks | Hey thanks for your faith in the health care magic.i have gone through your question and understood your problem.you should continue with these tablet till you conceive, then when you conceive you should consult your gynaecologist, whether you should continue the medication or not.You should start taking folic acid and zinc tablet which you can continue after concievement.Good luck.Take care | |
Bloated feeling and needing toilet
I am 23 years of Age, Female. For the past week I have been needing to go to the toilet more than usual (almost like diarrhea, but not as severe) and my stomach feels bloated. I eat very healthy, although I am a white-meat vegetarian. I m not sure what my body is trying to tell me. Thanks | Do one stool test for OPC & start a course of ofloxacin with ornidazole for 5 days if necessary . Take omeprazole 20 mg twice daily & take some digestive enzyme. | |
What could cause numbness in right arm ?
Hi. When i woke up this morning my right arm was completely numb. When i tried raising it, it would float and not go the direction i want it to. Im scared. I have no idea whats happening, i probably slept on it to long, but please tell me how to cure this. It feels tingily. | Hello, It seems you may have a compression of a nerve. It usually happens when u sleep in a wrong posture for a long time, this results in temporary compression of a nerve which slowly gets better when the compression is relieved. The tingling and numbness is due to the compression of the nerve. I would suggest you to observe how it goes for next 2 days and if there is no improvement to consult a orthopedic doctor. If there is pain you can take paracetamol medication. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Santosh S Jeevannavar, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
Have spinal bleed since fell from bus. Have cellulitis with swelling in leg, groin area. Need help
Hi my mum had a bad fall on a bus years ago. A few days later she was rushed to hospital where they told us she has had a spinal bleed and they did not think she would make it and if she did she will not be able to walk again. Now years later she is still with us today. She is stil in a lot of pain and has had cellulitis. It keeps returning. This time she has had it for over 4 weeks and now they are saying that they dont think that it is cellulitis. She has got a very red foot and has swelling in her leg and groin area. Do you have any suggestions as her doctors are not sure what it is and I hate seeing her in so much pain. Thankyou | Hi, welcome to Health care magic forum. Your mother had a fall from a bus, long ago, still is suffering with pain. The pain is unbearable. I usually prescribe to my patient with such a pain neurotrophic injections for 10 consecutive days, and then one injection every week, fortnight, and then every month. along with pain medication. Avoid taking more of potato, other tubers, tomato , egg, chicken, and sea foods. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery.Thank you. | |
What are the symptoms and treatment for myocardial infarction?
A 60 year-old man reports to an Emergency Room with signs and symptoms of a Myocardial Infarction (heart attack). After testing he's found to have multiple blockages in the vessels around his heart. The Cardiologist remarks "At least it wasn't in the "Widow-maker". 1: List 4 possible sites of blockage. | hellothanks for posting here. myocardial infarction or heart attack is an acute condition where one of the arteries supplying blood to the heart gets completely blocked resulting in deficiency of blood supply to that part of the heart. therefore that part of the heart starts dying and the contracting function of the heart suffers. Great blockages occur as a result of cholesterol deposits in the arteries of the heart. so this cholesterol deposition happens in everyone. but there are also risk factors for developing heart blockages. A strong family history of heart disease can lead to increased deposition of cholesterol deposits and premature heart disease. other risk factors are old age, smoking history, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, sedentary life style, male sex, improper diet etc. These all factors lead to increased cholesterol deposition in the arteries which become narrow. As a result when such a person exercises or runs, the blood supply to the heart reduces and hence painter gets chest pain. This is called angina. sometimes when the arteries become very narrow, the blood flow decreases and becomes slow leading to formation of class and total blockage of the blood supply. this is called myocardial infarction. so an angina attack can go away with rest since blood flow is less but not absent, but myocardial infarction doesnt resolve with rest. It requires prompt opening of the artery with either clot buster medications or with interventional procedures. the widow artery is the LAD which supplies almost 60% of the heart muscle and most often is fatal, hence called widow artery. Treatment of myocardial infarction is clot buster medications, blood thinners, international procedures like primary angioplasty, bypass surgery in some cases, blood thinner medications, anticholesterol medications, anti angina medications and drugs which help maintain heart shape and size after a heart attack. ( prevent remodeling of the heart) . | |
Suggest treatment for continuous puss formation in stitched area
hi i am mr.jovins kuriakose from indore,i had operated my sebacious cyst from downside of my left ear in local anaesthesia and got 3 stiches but after removing the stiches after 8 days countinous puss is forming from the site of operation,after consulting my surgeon he advised me to apply antibiotic cream,but still there is no improvement,so please kindly give me a suggestion | Hello,Welcome to HCM,The history and symptoms suggests me that you may be having infection of the wound, which was operated to drain the cyst present below the left ear.As there is a pus draining from the wound it suggest that wound is infected for which your doctor has prescribed an antibiotic cream to apply over the wound.For your condition I would suggest you to take Tab Augmentin, twice daily for five days, this will help to reduce the infection from the suture site and improve your condition. You need to apply Oint Metrogyl over the wound which will dry up the wound.Thank you. | |
What causes sore throat with cold and chest infection?
37, 6ft, 84kgs, family history of hypertension. I had a very bad sore throat and cold last week. I ignored it, and it became worse. Now, I have a mild chest infection, and have bloody sputum sometimes. I am on antibiotics, and chest x-ray is normal. Doctor says this is usual during cases of acute bronchitis, and rest and antibiotics should clear it up. I am very scared, please help me. | Hi welcome to HCM....Your treating doctor is right....See you were had sore throat and nasal rhinitis infection....It can descend downwords and can lead secondary acute bronchitis....In this condition blood in sputum can be there....your x ray also clear so no other respi cause can be there....Take full course of antibiotic.....For congestion antihistaminic drug can be given....Avoid excess coughing ....Take rest....Drink lots of fluid....Avoid respi irritants like dust , environmental pollution , smoking etc....If airflow limitation is there then bronchodilator can given....Take care.Hope your concern solved..Dr.Parth | |
Q. Fibroids causing painful menstrual period with clots. Please help.
Hello doctor, I am 38. I have fibroids. The last time I went to the hospital, I had a blood transfusion. Both the legs were swollen due to lack of protein in the blood. I am on my menstrual period right now. My abdomen feels very heavy. And I cant control the bleeding. I cannot user tampons because the pressure from clots pushes them out. I am in pain. I have been taking Tylenol two or three about every hour or two. I cannot stand up because clots come out uncontrollably. I am feeling weak. | Hello. I understand your concerns. Fibroids may cause excessive bleeding. So, a strict management is required. If fertility is not required, hysterectomy (removal of the uterus) is an option. If fertility is required, myomectomy (removal of fibroids) is a good option. Before surgery, a medication is given for three months in order to decrease the size of the fibroids. The other treatment is Mirena which is an intrauterine device with drug release. It decreases bleeding greatly. I suggest: For more information consult an internal medicine physician online --> | |
How to determine my pregnancy due date?
Hi i had a miscarrage on the 7th june i was 8 weeks pregnant. i had a D AND C the following day. i have just found i am pregnant again, i did not have a period in this time. what will be my due date be? how far gone am i? and what are the chances of it happening again? | HI, I have gone through your query & understand your concern. -USG in early months of pregnancy can help in estimating pregnancy age more accurately. - When you had abortion of 8 weeks in past.. you should consult a gynecologist earliest.. & get medicines to prevent repeat symptoms this time. Mostly early pregnancy abortions are due to hormone deficiency & early replacement can prevent the mishap again. Treatment along with avoiding excess physical/ psychological stress is essential in these days. thanks. | |
Does white film and itching on penile head indicate yeast infection?
Hello, I recently had a yeast infection and now a bacterial infection( I think). My boyfriend is experiencing a white film on the head of his penis and mild itching. He is uncircumcised. Could he have a yeast infection? How would we treat. Over the counter? | Hello,Welcome to HCM,Balanitis can be recurrent specially if both the partners are not treated simultaneously. Itching is subjective and may be absent.Does your partner suffer from vaginal discharge or Vulval itching.I would suggest that you use a topical antifungal e.g clotrin-B cream twice daily for 7 days and that should be enough.A single dose of an oral antifungal e.g fluconazole 150 mg is also curative.I would suggest you to avoid using soaps altogether for cleaning the delicate genital skin. Use plain water rather.Thank You. | |
What causes fever, cough and nausea in a child?
My baby is one and half year old , she was suffering from fever , acute cough and nausea for last one week, doctor prescribed her s mucolite cough syrup & piriton cs cough syrup, antibiotics Moxclav Bd & Claribid, for last two days her fever had gone but she is urinating only 2-3 times in a day, is she dehydrated or anything wrong with her | Hi...sometimes when the kids are ill, they tend to have a poor oral intake and this could be the reason for low urine output. But if her oral intake is normal and still she is not passing urine well, then I suggest you take her back to her pediatrician. Otherwise you need not worry and she will gradually get better.Regards - DR. Sumanth | |
Suggest treatment for kidney stone
I just had a stent removed about two hours ago and I cannot reach my kidney dr. I had laser surgery five days ago kidney stone I have clear urine and full control of my bladder however I m in horrible pain worst me steal cramp or stone pain ever should I go to the ER? | HelloThanks for query .Based on the facts that you have posted It appears that you had undergone URS with fragmentation of Ureteric stone and DJ stent was placed in renal unit which is removed today .The severe pain that you have after removal of stent is mostly due to 1) Residual fragment of the stone 2) Inflammation of ureter (Ureteritis) This is common and gets resolved within day or two .Take broad spectrum antibiotic like Cefixime along with anti inflammatory drug like Diclofenac twice daily.Ensure to drink more water .To keep your urine dilute This will help to control dysuria.Dr.Patil. | |
How to treat anxiety and panic attacks when having high BP?
Hello. My name is Scott, and I have a few (ha!) things on my mind. I started having what seems to be anxiety attacks again about a month ago, and I hadnt had them in years. Now, though, they are back and I have them several times a day. The ER had put me on metoprolol 50mg twice daily because my bp was 180/131 one day, and after an aspirin at the er it went down to 140/86. The metoprolol has seemed to have dulled the anxiety, but it wont go away (if thats what it is?) and my heart rate stays at 70-90. Im 32, 255lbs 6ft 5. Ive already been on (as best I can!) a low-sodium diet now for about a month since this began, and my smoking has lowered from a pack a day to a pack every 3-4 days. As for the anxiety, I have no way to explain it, other than getting terrified when the panic attack itself happens. I just smoked my first cigarette of the day, and put it out half way through because I started feeling panic symptoms. What should I do about all of this? Its driving me crazy. I want to go back to being the super-mello easy going guy I was the day before this started.... | HiThanks for using healthcare magicI think,you have underline anxiety disorder that why you have high blood pressure and heart rate. You need low dose antidepressant like paroxetine or low dose benzodiazepine that would help to control anxiety symptoms. Better to consult a psychiatrist for proper mental status evaluation and management.Thanks | |
Suggest treatment for persistent tooth pain
Hi. I got pain in my tooth for about three weeks. Drinking nurofen 500 mg.and pain gone,but after couple hours pain coming back again I think I got infection. Because then I pressing or touching pain is much powerfull.can I use ospamox 1000mg?and how long need to use.thank you. | Hello,If you have a decayed tooth that is causing pain then you should first of all get an x-ray of the tooth done to check the exact condition of tooth as taking antibiotics and pain killers will provide temporary relief only.If the tooth is deeply decayed but is in a condition to be saved then get the root canal treatment of tooth done. If the tooth is in poor prognosis condition get it removed. You can, however, start taking Ospamox along with painkillers. Take the soft diet and do cool compresses over the cheek.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Honey Arora | |
Suggest remedy to change into a boy
hi sir.... i m tom am 18years old... i stay in Bangalore ( India, Karnataka) from birth i m grown like a boy... n from my 7th std i started getting more taughts like i should be a complete boy..i wanna dress like a man...walk talk do things like a man..etc... this feeling grew bigger n later in 10th i met docter an endocrinologist he told this s a complicated surgery it requires years of treatment n patience n al.. he said 1st i must get a psycatrist concern bt i also started getting tht consulted..but due to my examz it got dropped. now i cant wait any more.. am 18 now n i have to be a man as soon as possible...plz guide me..help me.. in getting it done! sir........... n also i neva neva dress like a girl........ love walking like a man..dress lik man( pant t.shirt...shirts..etc) i want mustach..beards ....... in short i wanna be a man... please help me... :( | Hello and thanks for writing in.I understand that you are having these intense, sustained feelings of wanting to be a man and are quite uncomfortable with being a woman. This condition is called a Gender Identity Disorder. This is a condition where a person strongly feels that he or she should be the opposite sex. They often feel "trapped" in their bodies and experience a lot of discomfort with their present gender.You have mentioned that you want undergo sex change surgery. But, like your previous doctor has mentioned, this is a very major step and hence is a long drawn process. First you need to have a detailed psychological assessment and counselling from a psychiatrist. Then, if you are deemed to be a suitable candidate for sex change surgery, this has to be planned in stages. You may have to take long term hormonal medication.So, as you can see, this is a very complicated and long drawn purpose and moreover in India, it is quite expensive also. So I would suggest that you first meet a psychiatrist in person for a detailed evaluation and counselling.Regards,Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar MRCPsych.(U.K) | |
How can poor concentration along with severe depression be treated?
Iam 29 years old IQ = 130 Weight = 140 Kg Height = 177 cm I am on a healthy diet for almost a year, I exercise 3 times, and jog 2 times per week I love studying and i love my job, but my productivity is ZERO, I cant concentrate at all, iam distracted 100%, I cannot study, cannot work, but i have no problem concentrating when watching movies for as long as i can watch, i did a test to watch 7 movies a day and i concentrated very well for the whole 7 movies, i concentrate in games, conversation, everything but work and study. I am very depressed, very lonely, very desperate, lost my job, cant complete my masters degree, i became a failure, i need help please, i am the most screwed man on earth, so many failed relationships, very alone, very needy and now with no future because i cant concentrate in anything | HelloWelcome to health care magic!I have gone through your query and understand your concern towards your depressive symptoms.But nothing to worry, depression can easily treated with antidepressants like ESCITALOPRAM 10 mg in the morning and CLONAZEPAM 0.25MG in the night.Avoid stress and perform moderate exercise.Maintain good compliance and get back to me after 2 weeks.You can perform moderate exercise to activate your brain.Hope this information would help you.Thank you. | |
Q. Can I get pregnant after second day of taking birth control pill?
Hello doctor, Can I get pregnant after the second day of taking birth control pill (first time taking pills) and having unprotected sex? In the normal menstrual cycle, it is my fifth day of the cycle. | Hello. As you had unprotected sex, there is a chance of pregnancy in your case (because you are not protected immediately after taking pills). Delayed menses due to hormonal imbalance caused by sex. Get your home urine test if you missed your period by seven days. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Is fatigue and excessive sleepiness while suffering from heart failure a matter of concern?
My Grandmother (87) recently has been hospitalized with two severe UTI s, and while in the hospital taking antibiotics contracted C. Diff. In addition, she was diagnosed with diastolic heart failure and began taking Coreg on 1/4/17. Today, she is unable to get out of bed and says that she feels fine, that she is just very tired and just wants to sleep. This is HIGHLY unusual for her, as she is a person that gets up at 7:30 every morning to begin her day. Should we be concerned? (Well, we are concerned, but should we be ambulance or ER concerned?) | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I passed carefully through your question and would explain that her symptoms are related to Coreg adverse effects. You should know that this drugs may lead to chronic fatigue, muscle weakness and low physical performance. For this reason, I recommend discussing with her attending physician on the possibility of reducing the dose of Coreg. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
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