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What is the painful lump on my back with nerve pain in the hip?
have a movable non painfull lump between back and hip,am consequently under investigation for severe nerve pain in centre of hib and progressing down left leg could this lump be contributary to these symptomss. i have previously had squamouse cell cancer secondery site with unknown primary . any sugestions | This lump can be a Lipoma but I am not sure about it. It can be confirmed by FNAC or Biopsy. I do not think that it can cause nerve pinching. So these two are different disease. I would suggest you to meet a orthopaedic surgeon. He will examine you and then confirm the diagnosis. | |
What causes lack of facial hair in a 36 year old?
hi doc am 36yrs and weight 63kgs.there seems to be no hair growing on small portion of my face where i shave.it was very small but its been four months now that its quite big and the texture is very smoth in that portion.please can u suggest any treatment.thank you | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You should visit a dermatologist. It can be due to fungal infection or alopecia areata or can be genetic. If its itchy and growing bigger day by day it seems more of a fungal infection. Applying anti-fungal ointment will help you. Regards | |
Lower abdominal pain, dizziness, sweaty episodes, kidney infection. Had blood taken out. Is that normal?
hi, iv been suffering for weeks not with a left sided lower abdominal pain that radiates round my back. I get sweaty episodes where i feel really faint and dizzy like passing out. and just feel tired and have no energy most of the time. have been tested for kidney stones and treated for a kidney infection. have had bloods taken twice which were normal and numerous urine samples which were also negative | Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for calling H.C.M.Forum. you are suffering with left lower abdominal pain, radiating to back. Feeling dizzy, sweating, tired, no energy, have been treated for kidney infection. Pain in the left lower abdomen, may be due to urine infection, stones in the urinary tract, some times may not find in the urine tests and u.s.scaning. i advise you to consult an urologist for diagnosis and treatment. You may need to have cultur and sensitivity of the urine , M.R.I.besides other routine tests for confirmation. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Best regards. | |
What causes grey pale stool?
8 month sonJust today at 3 my boy has had a grey pale stool or poop. As time went we put him to sleep with his bottle and when he woke up i sat hin up and he started vomiting all his formula up and even through his nasals. It was not and ordinary bloated vomit. Then again he started vomiting bt was dry heaving. | Might be just simple food intorence ....Don make him sleep with bottle in mouth...it may cause infection in stomach/intestine...continue feeding and if vomiting persists antiemetic... Give as much as fluid for him to drink meanwhile.. | |
Suggest treatment for lump on the side of breasts
sir,i have lumb in both side of my breast. i'"m 35yrs,my son is 8yrs running.i could not be able to feed to my child betterly domination of my inlaws.i have done 4 times sography acc.to dr.and this time i did memography too. but there is no any problem.but i could not be tensionfree because i feel little bit souling of my right hand and sometimes red tag in my skin of anywhere of my body thats why i'mscared.what should i do sir? pls advise me.. | hi.do you have a history of breast cancer in your family? what is your BIRADS category in your latest sonography? and when was your latest sonography?baseline monitoring for breast cancer (screening ultrasonography and mammography) starts at 35 y/o.. depending on the results, monitoring could be done, every 3-6 months or annually..kindly follow-up with your breast surgeon with regards to the matter.from:ma'am :) | |
Chronic pain in lower right jaw. Experiencing inflammation and soreness. Had double jaw surgery. Removed metals due to infections. Suggest
I had double jaw surgery last year in dec 2011. Within three months of the surgery, I had to have two subsequent surgeries to remove all titanium metal due to infection and complications. Now more than a year later, I have begun having chronic pain in lower right jaw which at times radiates through my teeth and gums. The source appears to be the jaw bone incision site. How can that be? I am experiencing inflammation in that area and also joint and muscle soreness too. | Hello. you probably had a jaw surgery for correction of your jaw defect. The surgery is known as Orthognathic surgery. Usually in some patients the titanium plates get infected and it has to be removed in later surgeries. Now there are resorbable plates which resorb away. You should get an OPG x ray taken to determine if there any problem in the site of surgery. Consult your Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon at the earliest. Regards | |
Need treatment for infertility
haii doctors iam marrage all most 3year i have no baby .i have total count 20% and verecosil porblam also now opration finsh for the verecosil and iam takeing this tablet .ubi Q 100 and ubicar and siphene -M plese give me replay | HAI WELCOME TO HCM YOU CAN CONCEIVE WITH GOOD MORPHOLOGY OF SPERM.OVULATION INDUCTION WITH IUI WILL INCREASE THE SUCCESS.try it for 6 months. invitrofertilisation is good option if you dont conceive with this iui. | |
Suggest treatment for fatigue and random joints pain all over the body
I am 46 years old femaIe, I woke up with bilateral knee & ankle joint pain in Feb 2016 pain occurred overnight). All my labs have been within normal limits. Pain improved but did not go away after high dose prednisone taper in March 2016. Since then I have joint pain all over, tired all the time & I get sharp pains randomly all over for few seconds each time. I have been seeing a rheumatologist to threat pain but nothing is working & no diagnosis yet. | Hello, Your symptoms seem to be related to rheumatoid arthritis. I suggest to do some examinations to confirm the diagnosis. I recommend doing rheumatoid factor level, ESR level and a complete blood count. Meanwhile, I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to relieve the symptoms. I also recommend stretching exercises for relief. Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician | |
Suggest treatment for a positive mantoux test
hi doc one of my friend his name is sunil age 30 years delhi. last 2 year he is suffring from choroidites problem and he is taken visolone medicine touber clouses report is negative but mentoux is positive i would like to know you any other treatment,food diet, to recover this problem thanks | A positive Mantoux test needn't indicate the presence of Tuberculosis... It may indicate a prior exposure, an infection but not the disease ( hence the antibody in the body). It is not a criteria to begin any sort of treatment. | |
Fell on coccyx, injured back, have sacroiliitis, stiffness. What is going on?
Good afternoon, I have a question , I fell in my coxcis and then flat in my back. I have sacroiilitis and now for the past three month I have a pain and stiffnes in the back of my neck and heavyness in back of the head and pain in the middle of my spine when I bend over. What should I do since I don't have medical insurance. Thanks for responding I don't know what to do please help:(( | hallo dear friend i hv studied your case use ring cushion for sitting,it will releave pressure on coccyxwith some medication [like eterocoxib 60 mg]local injection therapy will also work calcium suppliment with vit D take rest , , hot or cold fomentation avoid lifting weights sit with taking support to your back take siltz bath [sitting inleukwarm water]physiotherapy - USG for further query contact on drvaibhavg@yahoo.com | |
What is the pain after eating?
hi i ve been experiencing pain approx. one hour after eating anything and everything. i feel hungry but it hurts to eat and i am extremely nauseous, but do not vomit or have diarrhea. the pain is 3 inches above my naval and on the right side. please help | Dear Friend.Hi , I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern.This might be due to:1.Acid Peptic Disease with Gastric ulcer2.Cholelithiasis.I advise you following:1. UGI Endoscopy.2. USG Abdomen.3. A combination of Pantoprazole and Domperidone once a day.4. Soft, Bland diet.5. Avoid Heavy meals.This is my personal opinion based on details available here. If you still have any query you may please ask me.Stay Healthy. Dr Anshul Varshney , MD | |
What is the remedy for tooth pain when on enzoflam?
terrrible tooth pain after 2 months of RCT. does not subsite even after having 3 to 4 doses of enzoflam in a day. why it is so? there is not fracture as seen in x ray . dentist called to remove the cap now. but pain is terrible before i go to dentist. | Hello,Thanks for writing to us,I would like you to know that pain after root canal treatment needs attention of a dentist soon.It could be from reinfection or even from a fracture in the tooth. But as you mentioned here that x-ray does. Not show any signs of fracture so i assume your dentist will be the best who can inform you of the reason.Also I would advise you to take a second opinion from a root canal specialist.Enzoflam alone will not treat the pain, you will have to take antibiotics as well.Over the counter Pain killer which contains ibuprofen will be better in your case.Kindly perform warm saline rinses and apply cold packs on the area.I hope i answered your query.I wish you good health.ThanksTake care. | |
Have myasthenia gravis. Had IVIG one month ago. On Mestinon. Also added to diet. Developed severe skin rash. Reason?
I have myasthenia gravis and have been on Mestinon for over a year. Two weeks ago mestinon lon acting was added to my diet as the mestinon I was taking was not enought.I developed a severe rash so I stopped it but the rash is worse.Could I be allergic to mestinon after all this time? also I might add that I had IVIG one month ago . | Hello the severe rash may not be due to your drug as you are using since one year.i think it may be delayed hypersensitivity to the ivg u used one month back | |
What causes dried blood in ear?
my 14month has been really upset all morning, no temp and eating fine but have notied dried blood in his ear, could this just be an ear infection. Have experienced alot of ear infections with my daughter but have never saw blood in the ear before. Thanks | hi, bleed in ear could be due to acute suppurative otitis media. it is an infection of ear due to associated cold and cough. It should not be taken lightly. It can lead to many complications like seizure in child. Child should be examined by a ENT specialist doctor. Take care. | |
Suggest remedies for stomach bloating in a child
my six year old daughter has a big stomach she looks like shes pregnant. ive been watching her diet a year when she was diagnose with high cholesterol..shes growing and is slimming down but her stomach isnt...and she still wear diapers at night..what should i do | Hi,I understand your concern. But as you say that she has been losing weight it is a good sign. Please continue the exercise pattern along with restriction of high fat food and definitely she will get better and the tummy will get into shape.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards,Dr. Sumanth | |
Any suggestion for wisdom tooth pain even after taking penicillin and ibuprofen?
I just went to the dentist for pain in my wisdom tooth due to it being broken and found out I have an infection. I just got penicillen and I've taken 2 within the 12 hours along with 2 ibuprofen. I still have pain and I cannot sleep due to it. What can I do. And I do not have insurance. | Hi,Thanks for posting the query,Best treatment would be to get the wisdom tooth removed.Other than this i would suggest you to take tab augmentin along with aceclofenac serratiopeptidase combination.At home take lukewarm saline and antiseptic mouthwash rinses.Consult to your Dentist and plan for the removal.Take care! | |
What causes joint pain and lower back pain?
i am 53 yrs female patient,my G6PD, QUANTITATIVE,BLOOD =10.02U/g Hb ,HLA-B27 is negative , SGPT IS 39U/L, S.GO.T is 33U/L, C-Reactive protein: is 12.2 and Rheumatoid Factor is 10 IU/ml and apart from this my Haemoglobin is 13.9,R.B.C COUNT is 5.3, TOTAL W.B.C Count is12100, and Platelet is 3.24. i am suffering from my joint pain, shoulder ,low back pain and my weight is approx to 100kg please guide me . apart fyrom this presently i am taking DYTOR 40, ECOSPIRIN AV75,AND AMLODAC 5MG | For treatment of joint pain and lower back pain you can take some pain killer like biozobid-plus or osteonac-th only when the pain is worse enough or disturbing your daily work along with some calcium supplements like shalcal-d or toscal-gem once daily for joint pain. Take some multivitamin like metilda-af or neurobian-plus once daily. Do some physiotherapy exercises after an expert opinion of physiotherapist. I will also advice you to sleep on a plain surface. | |
Suggest treatment for occlusions of arteries
I have had a single bypass with serious occlusions of other arteries that could not be bypassed, trying to control with medication. Right ventricular with a stint is now completely occluded. What are the best treatment modalities can be used to dissolve the plague | Hello!Thank you for asking on HCM!I understand you concern, and would like to explain that when judging the need for a new revcascularisation procedure, a comprehensive guide on decision making would be the recent clinical symptomatology (is there evidence of ischemic angina or its equivalents, etc), coupled with some functional and some imagine tests.Besides coronary angiography which is the standart for making evidence of coronary artery lesions, other tests like traditional exercise stress test, or any available myocardial perfusion imagine test (like for example Cardiolite, etc), may be helpful to identify the pissible ischemic consequences of any new coronary stenoses (confirmed on coronary angiography).If new coronary stenoses are present (on coronary angiography), and no collateral circulation is compensating blood supply deficits, coupled wit hclear evidence of myocardial ischemia (on perfusional imagine tests), then a revascularisation procedure should be consider. Probably facing your prior medical history, the best revascularisation option to be followed would be a percutaneous coronary angioplasty with eventually stent implantation.Nevertheless, the latter discussion is almost thoroughly a technical one, and depends also by thechnical skills of the medical team, as well as by available techniques at the attending medical center.You should discuss with your attending cardiologist about the above mentioned issues.Hope to haave been helpful to you. Greetings! Dr. Iliri | |
Q. Can I use Kojivit gel to get fair skin?
Hi doctor, I am a 22 year old female. I have a dusky skin that is brown skin. I want to become fair. Can I use Kojivit gel? Or any other dermoatology cream can I use? My hands are also brown in color and full of tan. Do you suggest any creams to get fair? I want to become fair as my marriage is going to get fixed by next year. Please suggest me some creams, so that it should not show any side effects. Also, how long I should use it? If I use anything, then will it have any effect in case of pregnancy, etc? Please help me. Thanks in advance. | Hi. One's skin color has 2 components. First one is genetic, which cannot be changed. Every skin color is beautiful in its own way and we should learn to love our skin color and augment it and not hide or lighten it. The second component is acquired, which is due to the influence of environment, sunlight, hormones, aging, etc. We can only target the acquired component of fair skin color while attempting lightening procedures. I suggest you antioxidant capsules like capsule Antoxid HC (Beta-carotene) and apply sunscreen lotion Lashield gel at 8 AM and 12 PM. Also, you can apply Glyaha koj lotion (Hydroquinone) at night time. Start with an alternate night application initialy as it may irritate your skin a bit and after a week or so, shift to daily night application. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and take the treatment with consent. You can go for chemical peeling or microdermabrasion from your dermatologist which will help in exfoliating and give you a clearer skin tone. All these treatments are free of side effects. You may use them for three months. For further information consult a dermatologist online --> | |
Suggest treatment for tibia fracture in a 15 months old child
I have a 15 month old who fractured her tibia. the cast came off three days ago and she is still walking on the ball of her foot. when they put her cast on her foot was angled down. How long will it take for those tndons to loosen up so she can walk flat footed? | HI your child needs cast which is immobile for atleast 6 weeks for the tibial fracture to heal.PLEASE SHOW TO ORTHOPAEDICIAN for proper cast.and dont encourage her to walk as it further aggravates the alignment. | |
Suggest medication for fever
I am asking in regards to a friend who has recently come down with flu like symptoms. fever from 99.1-101.2 with ibuprofen, body aches, respiratory (stuffy, runny, sneezing). Today, he took Dayquil and his temp has been 96.0-96.3 all day. This is very strange and I am concerned. | Hi, to answer your question about your friend, it is ok to take Dayquil for the cold & flu. His fever has also subsided and that is good, not strange. It is nothing to worry about, though I recommend that if the fever lasted more than 2 days, get a Physician to see you physically and evaluate if any blood tests need to be done. | |
Suggest treatment for burning and tingling sensation on face
hi i have taken a acne like rash on face and back about 3 to 4 weeks ago i put sudcrem on seems to be going away now but i have now devloped a burning and tingling sensestion on my face even tho my face has no marks on it feels like an allergy taking benedryl 3times daily makes no difference | Hi ,Welcome to healthcaremagic.comI have read your query in detail and can well understand your concern.Your symptoms could be due to photodermatitis.Skin allergy may be due to many things like chemicals, dyes, sunlight, insect bite, perfumes or may be idiopathic. Use a medicated gentle cleansing lotion on your skin. Wear cotton clothes. Avoid allergants like pets/ dust etc.Do not scrub this area and use cetaphil cleansing lotion for facewash for next 1 week.Stop using sudocrem on your face.You can take tab levocetrizine 5mg twice daily.Apply clindamycin gel twice daily.Apply sunscreen every 3 hours in the day time and avoid stepping out in the sun.Hope this helps.you can revert back if you have any further query. | |
What causes dark purple lump on stomach and underarm?
I have a dark purple lump on my stomach and underarm, have had them in the groin area before. I am getting severe headaches and random pains in my arm, leg, knees. I am extremely tired and suffering night sweats thought I was getting the flu but this has been going on for over a month now. | Hi, I would need to know your age and sex to analyze the problem.You should see your Physician whenever possible. You should get evaluated for possible connective tissue disorders and get relevant investigations done like ESR, CRP, Complete blood count, etc.It could be one of many things but it would be difficult to say without examining you.Take care and do let us know if we can help you further once you have had the investigations done.Take care,Dr Rishi, New Delhi, India. | |
How to treat rheumatoid arthritis?
I have had gout for several years but have been able to control it pretty well with diet and some supplements. But lately my hand swelled up in a tight fist and through all kinds of x-rays and exams it seems as though I have rheumatoid arthritis. I haven t had a gout flareup for a month or so but I still have swelling in my fingers on that hand and i am so tired and so far not treating the RA at all except for some rub-on oil. I am on an all veggie diet except for things that agree with the gout, I have been on Felodipine, Spironolactone, Metoprolol and Levothyroxin for several years and have experienced quite good health until that flareup. Is there something for RA without serious, awful side effects or should I go on as usual? | Hello, I have studied your case with diligence.I can help you better if you post x ray reports and blood reports to me.You can take dose of methotrexate.I will advise dose 7.5mg weekly.You can start combination consulting your treating doctorNSAIDs, DMARDs (disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs) are sometimes prescribed in severe cases.Newer biologics have role in RA. Stop spironolactone consulting your doctor,this may aggravate symptoms.There is good role of diet and achieve correction through it, for details you can directly contact on my profile this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.Take care. | |
Severe abdominal pain. Sonography shows kidney stones. Can this be treated by oral medicines or laser treatment?
Hello…my son is 18 years old. Two days back he had sever abdominal pain which subsided in 10-15 minutes after taking pain killer. Following day as suggested by physician, he underwent sonography where kidney stones of 4, 5, 6 and 10 mm size were detected. My query is can these stones be treated through oral medicines or he will have to undergo laser treatment. | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. Yes, up to a stone of size of 10 mm can come out through urethra I have treated such type of cases. First of all be sure that kidneys are normal . Now go for conservative or oral treatment . Plenty of water & fluid will help. Lemon juice twice in day on empty stomach will further help as it dissolve calculus. If you are in India treatment is very simple and side effect free. Use or take neeri or calcury tablets 2-2-2 till stone come out . As these both drugs are harmless and side free. One more formula I have tried over my patient successfully ,you can try. Take 10 black pepper chew them on empty stomach one by one , now drink 300 ml milk added with 20 gm ghee ( butter) . drink water maximum as you can . Next day chew 20 black pepper and rest same . 3 rd day 30 black pepper and rest same . Use disodium hydrogen citrate syrup along these , this act as alkalizer and helps in diuresis. Good luck. Dr. HET | |
Suggest treatment for hair fall with dandruff
Hi, I am Deepthy. I am having much dandruff and couldn't get ridoff from the sever hair fall.. Hair is falling frm the roots.. Please advise what can I do to get ridoff from the fall and keep maintaining my hair. Please advise the good diet which keeps me healthy aswell since I look lean (43 kgs - 26 yrs - 5 feet). | Hello. Thanks for writing to us at healthcaremagic.In dandruff Or Seborrheic Dermatitis, there is an overgrowth of yeast, Malassezia furfur. This yeast has been implicated in dandruff.Dandruff is a common cause of increased hair shedding. Controlling dandruff effectively would control excessive hair fall too.Various antifungal agents (e.g ketoconazole, sertaconazole, ciclopirox olamine, piroctone olamine) are available either as shampoo or as overnight leave-on lotions, for dandruff.You may try using an OTC antifungal shampoo e.g Nizoral shampoo (contains ketoconazole), every alternate days.However, in some cases shampoo alone may not be totally effective. In such cases, along with the antidandruff shampoo, I usually ask my patients to use a topical steroid lotion (Mometasone furoate Or Clobetasol propionate lotion) once daily at night for a short period of 2 weeks Or i might switch them to an overnight leave-on antidandruff preparation.Seborrheic dermatitis is a steroid responsive condition, therefore, topical steroids are usually effective in this condition. Topical steroid lotions are prescription products.A two weeks course of topical steroids brings about remarkable improvement, which can then be maintained with just an anti-dandruff shampoo, every alternate days.However, if your dandruff does not respond as desired by OTC shampoo, you may visit a dermatologist in your region. Your dermatologist might choose to prescribe a topical steroid lotion for a short duration of 2-4 weeks.Your dermatologist may also want to switch to a different antifungal shampoo Or choose to prescribe an overnight leave-on antidandruff lotion.Regards | |
Suggest treatment for throat infection during pregnancy
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...hey I m scared because my throat has been bothering me for about a year I m pregnant 6 months but before then I had night sweats cold and flu symptoms 6 weeks after my boyfriend cheated on me headaches rashes on my legs sides of face and arms 1 swollen lymph node under my chin scaly rashes on my breast and now I just got tested it was negative but I m still having an irritated throat and a little blood in my mucus and rashes under my breast ui have frequent yiest infections and I m scared | Hallow Dear,Please get confirmed from the Obstetrician or an ENT surgeon whether you are having throat infection or this is a complication of the rash you had, probably due to viral infection. Bacterial throat infection will have to be treated by some antibiotics. However, during pregnancy, certain antibiotics like Tetracycline are not advised due to their teratogenicity. Hence, take antibiotics only with the advice of Obstetrician. In addition, avoid cold and chilled food or drinks. Hot gargles with salt water or Listerine solution will help you. Half teaspoonful of turmeric powder and 2 tsf of sugar in a glassful of hot water will help bring down the infection. Ignoring the infection may spread in the body through blood. It may be harmful to the baby also. I hope this helps you. | |
How to treat constant hip pain?
My teen daughter has had hip pain for many months now. She was running x country at the time when it first started to bother her. She has cut back to not running at all over the last three months and still has pain. She has had two MRI, regular and one where they inject her hip to check for a tear. Both MRIs show nothing. Her hip feels like it pops all the time and there is constant pain. Had the pain in both hips, but one seems to have quieted down. So frustrated for her because all she wants to do is run. I m going to have her start running again on Monday, just starting at a 1/2 just to see how she does. | Hii sir,Your daughter might have some bony pathology that is impinging at hip joint.She has to be evaluated in detail for the problem Kindly consult an orthopaedician he will guide you well.Thank you. | |
I can feel the heaviness of my body, please advice
Hi,doctor! Im Evelyn,44 years old,5 1 in height and weighing 56 kg. Two years ago,I was diagnosed of a left kidney cyst, 1.6cm..my doctor didn t prescribe any medicine for me because he said the cyst is benign, but I was advised to have urinalysis every 3 months and an ultrasound after a year..It so happened that I am only earning less than what my familiy needs, a hand-to-mouth-existence, I was not able to have my doctors advice..It is already more than two years without any medication and follow ups..And now, I have been suffering from beriberi, more than a week, can be seen on my legs and sometimes on my arms till my face..not so transparent anyways but, I can feel the heaviness of my body.. Actually, I ve been from this situation( on and off - for 3-5 days ) within these years (2009-2011) but I just ignored it. This is just because of poverty. At present, I am drinking RAW APPLE CIDER VINEGAR with honey bee 3 times a day, cranberry juice, coconut juice, 2-2.5 litres of water and eating green vegetables daily.. WITH THIS SIMPLE MEDICATION, I DO NOT KNOW IF MY ILLNESS WILL TOTALLY BE CURED. Please doctor, I need your help and advice. Thank you very much and more power! | Hello Evelyn; welcome to HealthcareMagic Your doctor did the right thing when he advised you to just keep a watch on urine analysis because most of the benign cyst settle on their own and only few require treatment in any form.As for the beiberi it is a disease which comes on as a effect of deficiency of Vitamin B1 and can be easily treated with vitamin supplements if diagnosed early.The vitamin capsules or tablets are not very costly so you can buy it.I do not know much about raw apple cider vinegar but cranberry juice is good for urinary tract problems and even coconut juice.Presently you can get examined in a government run/charitable hospital to find out if you really have beriberi or not and get a simple multivitamin prescribed like Neurobion/Becosules/etc. Thanks | |
Suggest treatment for enlarged prostate
I am 58 years. As per U/s Report of date: Prostate is enlarged in size and echotexture measured approx 49x43x35mm, vol. 40cc Pre void volume 222cc. Post void residure: 25cc [ignificant]Impression: prostatomegalyPlease advise all about it.Thanks Satyavrat Kadyanemail: YYYY@YYYY | HelloThanks for query .Based on the report of your ultrasound scan you have moderate enlargment of Prostate which is common at this age .The modality of treatment for Enlarged prostate is governed by following factors 1) Severity of obstructive symptoms 2) Urine flow per sec s determined by Uroflowmetry 3) Volume of post void urine residue 4) Other symptoms like urgency,nocturnal frequency etc Normally to begin with we first offer medical line of treatment like alpha receptor blockers Tomsulosin and Dutasteride once daily .This helps to improve urine flow and reduce the size of prostate gland .If there is no significant improvement in symptoms with medicines we suggest endoscopic surgery of resection of enlarged prostate TURP Dr.Patil. | |
Acne condition. Prescribed azee 500, acne cured, recurring again. Permanent cure?
I m a boy, age 20, was suggested azee 500 by a skin doctor for my acne problem. he asked me to take 1 tablet early in the morning without eating anything. 1 tablet each for 3 days a week. it cured my acne problem for sometime. but again i have started getting acne problem and that too very aggressively. kindly help me about it. what should i do to resolve this skin problem forever...... | Hello, Thanks for writing your query to us. As your doctor has told to take Azee ,kindly continue the same for few more days. Maintain good hygiene , keep your face clean. Cetaphil face wash will help to keep your acne in control. Use sunscreen while going out of house. Eat healthy balanced diet. Drink more water. Also consult your dermatologist who will assess the severity of acne suggest you cream to apply locally. Take care. | |
Does baby in upside position mean it is at risk of down s syndrome?
I did a nt scan at 12 weeks 2 days and it came at 2.5mm. I repeated and it came at 1.5 and 1.4 on the same day at another sonologist. I am 35 but mine is a IVF cycle with donor egg and the donor is aged 24 years. The second sonologist told that the baby may have been in an upside position and hence the higher measurement. Am I at risk of down s syndrome | Hi, Welcome to HCM. I have read your question in detail and I know that you are very concerned. Baby in upside position may result in different measurement during ultrasound. I don't think that it is related to down syndrome. However, if you want to rule out down syndrome then you should go for tripple test for down syndrome. I hope this will help you. Take care. Regards Dr Deepak Patel, MD Pediatrics | |
What causes high fever and swollen lymph nodes?
My granddaughter, age 2 1/2, has had fever now for 4 days. It spikes to 104 which is the highest to normal for a period of 6 hours yesterday. Now the fever is back to 103. She has a swollen gland on the on side of her face and has had a rash on her belly for several weeks. My daughter had her to the Dr. on Monday and was told it was a virus and that it would run its course.......She also has a cough that is horrible at night and her eyes are watery and reddish. Is there such a virus going around so to speak? | High fever and swollen lymph nodes are mostly due to some viral or bacterial infection for which you can give her some antibiotic preferably moxikind-cv or zifi-cv after an expert advice along with brufen junior or tynol-plus for high grade fever. For cough you can give her syrup bro-zedex or syrup asthakind. Do cold sponging to reduce the temperature of her body. | |
Suggest treatment for erection problem in the penis
I am 53 years old. I underwent surgery for nueral foramina stenosis on the spine in Feb 2011. Even before I have problem in errection at the time of intercourse. Now the problem has been increased. I drink and smoke once in while i.e. not habitual. Kindly advise. Height 172 CM and weight 78 KG. A.Gopinath, Ernakulam | Hello, As per your history, it may be due to performance anxiety. For that kindly avoid stress, overexertion. Take proper sleep of 6 hours. The foreplay will also help. Discuss issues with your partner. Still, you can take tablet sildenafil one hour before the sexual activity. Keep your self hydrated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shyam B. Kale, General & Family Physician | |
What is the treatment for cystic ovaries as shown on sonography during pregnancy?
My wife was pregnent, in her sonoghraphy report following pint is came , pl inform me the meaning of this and waht is the inmact what to be to do for this any impact to baby. There is cystic mass with smooth walls measuring 6.7X5.6 cms. with thick hyperrhoic moving echoes within, seen adjiacent to right ovary, could be due to haemorrhagic ovarian cyst or cystic adnexal mass. regards, Rakesh YYYY@YYYY | Hi.The treatment currently is nothing, allow pregnancy to progress as it is and only once she is done with pregnancy, we have to observe her menstrual cycle. Only if there is an irregularity will she require any form of medical intervention, if her cycles are regular, then no need to treat it at all.Best wishes. | |
Is it safe to take Tramadol, Welbutrin, Prilosec, Restylin prescribed for lupus?
I was diagnosed with Lupus 12 yrs ago, I have just been told I have narrowing of 4,5 and 6. And bone spurs in my neck. Very painful! Now I know what a pain in the neck really is! Anyway, I am taking tramadol, welbutrin, prilosec, restylin for sleep issues and now i have been prescribed methocarbam 750mg. Is it safe to take all these medications? I hate to damage my liver, but at the same time, the pain is really terrible. | Hello, You can continue all the drugs as prescribed by your physician. It will not interact with each or affect the efficacy of one another. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain | |
Severe back pain while sitting. Pain spreading to the hip and knee. Need emergency care?
I don't have a family doctor but I have BC/BS health insurance. About 3 days before Easter my lower back starting hurtingThe pain was most of the time but increase incredibly when I sit. It really hurt mainly down my right side; hip, knee Etc.. Well it hadn't gotten any better pain has actually gotten worse and now it starts in my lower back spreads to both hips and my left knee its throbbing. And is still increased when I sit down. I didn't not fall our anything to have hurt my back recently. But did have some instances over 10 years ago that maybe contributes. I don't know if course for sure... Is this er worthy? | Hello, Welcome at health care magic. It looks from your details that most probably you may be having one of the following- -Sacro iliac strain -Prolpased intervertebral disc at your lower back -Simple back strain The abnormal posture is one of the reason which does contributes to all this. There are some other reasons like injury to your back,spondylosis,etc. which can lead to these problem.Before going forward you should do following- -Have a x ray of your back.The MRI will be best to check for a problem at back. -Get basic blood investigations like TDLC,ESR to check for presence of an infection. You should do following to have relief in this- -Take a good analgesic like advil or aleeve. -Do strict bed rest. -Do warm fomentation at your back with help of a red rubber bottle available OTC. Hope this will help in relieving your problem in next 5-7 days. Wish you a happy & healthy life. | |
Q. I have extreme hairfall along with painful boils and dandruff. Please suggest solution.
Hello doctor, I am suffering from extreme hair fall and boils on my scalp. Hair is falling from the root for the last couple of years. These boils come with pus and they settle down, become dry and turn into dandruff. It is quite painful when the boils are in full swing as if someone is pulling your hair. I have had this problem earlier also and I have seen many doctors. They have loaded me with medicines and supplements. Every time I consulted a doctor, I would have their medicines for a month or two and then stop thinking it has not suited me or I find no difference. They use terms which confused me more than giving me confidence. I tried allopathy, unani and yoga for blood circulation. One doctor even suggested mesotherapy, serums, etc. But now the hair fall has been so bad from a normal sized clutch I have started using two sizes smaller and even that pokes. There is hair everywhere when I do shampoo, or comb when I just run my hands through it. There are a lot of gaps. Literally it pulls down my confidence. I am currently on Revital woman once daily, Btn forte once daily, D-rise sachet once a week with milk. | Hi. I went through all your pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity), investigation, and detailed history. Recurrent boils on the scalp can be a continuous problem for many people. It can also be pre-runner for seborrheic dermatitis. Minoxidil should not be used irregularly. Once started with minoxidil the result will be after six months and you should not stop in the middle. Otherwise, it will be followed by severe hair fall. Your vitamin D is low but you are already on medication. Hemoglobin is also very low. Please start iron supplements along with fresh vegetables, dates, and fruits rich in iron. Keep your dandruff under control. Continue BTN Forte (Biotin forte) and Revital. For iron, take Zincofer tablet daily. Please start on Microdox LBX (Doxycycline and Lactic acid bacillus)100 mg once a day for two weeks. Do not scratch the area. Use Scalpe shampoo. Dilute it with water, and make sure of 10 minutes contact with the scalp. Then wash off. Second-line antibiotics to be changed only step by step. | |
Should CT scans be continued for the stable nodules?
As former smoker, I had a screening ct scan in 2002 which showed several small ground glass nodules less than 5mm. Over the years, I have been getting periodic ct scans (7 in all), the most recent a couple of weeks ago. The nodules have remained stable. Since this has been going on for 9 years do I still need to keep getting the scans? (I will be seeing a pulmonologist also) Thanks | respected user, hi I evaluated your query thoroughly.* By now there is not going to be any change from any further CT as they are stable since this long period .* I strongly recommend to don`t get any screening CT for the same.* Yes biopsy through Bronchoscopy if not done previously is recommendedHope this clears your query.Welcome for any further queries.Thanks for using Health care magics & reviewing my answer thoroughly.Wishing you happy healthy life ahead.Regards dear take care. | |
Suggest risk for pregnancy with cervical cyst
Hello...I recently had an ultrasound done of my pelvic 3 weeks ago because I ve been suffering from pain in my lower abdomen and I got my results back to find out I have 10 mm cervical cyst, in the right ovary I have complex nodule versus cyst 2.61 2.30 2.58 cm, a complex cyst in the left ovary measuring 3.49 2.42 2.82. Cm within the cyst , is an echogenic probably calcification focus measuring 15 1415 cm. Finding is suspicious for a dermoid. Now a few days ago I found out I m pregnant. Please I would like to know if there can be any complications. | Hi dear, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.You most probably seem to have dermoid cysts in both the ovaries. In pregnancy, there is high risk of rupture, torsion and infection of the cyst, so it is preferable to remove the cyst in second trimester.I will suggest you to discuss the possible treatment in your case with an OBGYN specialist.Hope you found the answer helpful.Wishing you good health.Dr Deepti Verma | |
What are the effects of changing milk from isomil to zerolac?
hello doctor my child is suffering from milk protein allergy and taking isomil but now isomil is no more in the markert so we ask from the doctor then he suggest ZEROLAC so my question is, if we change the milk from isomil to ZEROLAC then is there any side effect will be there? | Hi...actually speaking Zerolac is a better product for this condition than Isomil. So do not worry. I suggest you to go ahead with Zerolac. My suggestions for you - 1. Mother should go off cow's milk protein completely. This means that you should avoid consumption of anything and everything related to cow's milk - like - milk/ curds/ ghee/ butter milk/ chocolates/ biscuits/ ice creams etc. Even while buying commercial food products, you need to see the ingredients and if they contain milk - do not consume them.2. Feed you baby only exclusive breast feeds till 6 months of age and then start rice based feeds. 3. If this is followed scrupulously - the baby will stop having diarrhoea in another 3-4 days and then start gaining weight too.4. If you feel your feeds alone are inadequate for the baby, then Zerolac is the only option till 6 months age. Keep me posted about the recovery of the baby and follow of the case.Regards – Dr. Sumanth | |
What causes sore throat, swollen glands and headache?
This is the first I am reading about PFASPA...My daughter has had recurrent frequent "viral infections" for the past several years. Always presenting with the same symptoms - fever up to 103 or 104, sore throat, swollen glands in the neck, occasianally headache and/or chills. She has also started having mouth sores these past several months (that I know of). I don't take her to the doctor every time now, because they say it is viral and has to run its course. Should i be documenting how often this is occurring? Is T&A an option? | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query your daughter have symptoms of sore throat, swollen glands and headache. Well these symptoms are due to upper respiratory tract infection or swelling of tonsils and inflammation of tonsils. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to do warm saline gargles 2-3 times a day. You should take steam inhalation twice a day. Take paracetamol for fever and headache. Consult ENT specialist for proper diagnosis. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics amoxiclav at least for 10 days along with decongestant. Maintain proper hygiene. Drink plenty of water and liquids. Doctor may order test like swab test , blood test , and viral culture test to rule out condition like acid reflux and strep throat. Maintain proper hygiene and drink plenty of fluids. Take tepid sponging if it is severe headache.Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari | |
How can diet be improved in a child?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I have 3.5 years old son, he does not take his meals properly during summer, what may be the reason? He drinks lots of water and drinks milk only, please give me some suggestion | Hi...At his age interest in play increases and interest in food decreases. This is quite natural. If she is active and playing around you need not worry. This age rather than the quantity of the food I suggest you concentrate more on the number of times you feed her and also make whatever you feed him calorie dense by adding good amount of ghee to it.PLEASE DO NOT GIVE ANY SO CALLED APPETITE STIMULANTS AS THEY ARE NOT VERY SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN AND THEY HAVE THE SIDE EFFECT OF EXCESSIVE DROWSINESS.Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed)., | |
What is the tingling feeling which arouse when I watch porn movies?
Hello, i have been kinda Woried when i get Aroused (Teen Male) i have a tingling Feeling that quickly rushes through my body (near penis to stomach) when either watching porn or such thing? A answer to this question would be much appreciated, cheers. | Hello dearit's a normal physiological phenomenon as you are a teenager and understanding the influence if sex hormones like testosterone, you get excited on witching the pornPlease let me know if you get any kind of discharge or burning sensation in your penis.Hope this answers your questionbest wishescheers | |
Suggest treatment for whole body swelling and urinary retention
patient has swelling on all the body, without catharor urine is not passing.- according to blood report blood uria level is 98 mg. his age is 75 yrs. cant because of swelling he cant walk or move too. but because of medicine sweling is 70% reduced. how u can help us? | Hi, I am sorry to know about the condition of the patient. The most common problem causing urinary retention in his age is enlarged prostate. This can be diagnosed using ultrasound of kidneys, bladder and prostate. The whole body swelling is most probably due to poor kidney function (as suggested by increased blood urea). Enlarged prostate can itself cause kidney damage due to urinary obstruction leading to swelling in kidney (hydronephrosis). This can also be diagnosed on ultrasound. However, there may be associated conditions like diabetes and hypertension which can also contribute to decreased kidney function. Thus, it is important to evaluate for these conditions, as well as to evaluate the cardiac and liver functions. Once his general condition improves, prostate removal (TURP, Transurethral resection of prostate) can make him pass urine without catheter. Please let me know about his ultrasound report and other blood tests. I can guide you specifically based on them. I hope I have answered your query. Wish him a speedy recovery!Warm regards,Dr. Raguram G MCh (Uro), F. Endouro.AUKI | |
What are the symptoms of strokes?
today my 82 year old Mum had blurry vision, with black shadows & lines around people she was looking toward at the time. No headache, but a little confused as this was happening to her. Her face went grey & lips went blue. Could this be a trigger warning to a stroke? hospital did blood tests & then sent her home. No other tests done. Should they be doing a CT Scan? | Hello,There are two possibilities, one is presyncope which is condition where bp falls transiently may be due to dehydration or getting standing leading to decreased blood supply to the brain and her symptoms, other is yes it could be a mini stroke called as TIA. Is her pulse rate and bp fine. And if yes they should have ordered ct scan, may be MRI afterwards, carotid Doppler. Hope this helps you and get back if you have any doubts. | |
Suggest treatment for lump on lower back
my husband has a lump on his lower right side of his back. he feels the pain in the back and also in the front of his stomach. its hard for him to sleep on his back and when he walks around @ work. his work requires standing and walking around alot it hurts more. any suggestions? | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. He may have some soft tissue tumor like lipoma or neurofibroma or dermatofibroma. He should go for fine needle aspiration cytology or biopsy of that lump. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then he should take treatment accordingly. Surgical excision is the treatment of choice. Consult your doctor and plan 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 are the symptoms of concussion?
I bumped my head on the cieling going down some steps and it startled me as I was walking fairly fast. This was an hour ago. There is a bump now, and I feel not as energetic and a little restless, I dont want to do very much just sit..which is weird for me. Do I have a concusion? | Hello, It may be a mild concussion that is causing your issues since there was no loss of consciousness or amnesia. Your situation seems not serious in the terms for seeing a Doctor, and you should improve with time. If there are or will be other symptoms such as headaches, pressure, nausea or vomiting, etc. you should see your Doctor. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical | |
Am on Mirena, had unprotected sex, have brown discharge. Concerned
I have been on Mirena for almost 8 months now and havent had a period since a week after having it put in since I was on the Depo shot right before. I have been having unprotected sex and now suddenly I am having a period again it seems, but it is a brownish like blood and kinda heavy out of no where? I havent had a period in awhile so I am concerned for this sudden apperance and because it looks almost like what my periods did when I found outI was pregnant before? What could this be? Should I had the Mirena removed? | Hi,Thanks for the query. As you are on minera there is less possibility for pregnancy. Minera can cause side effects like amenorrhea, irregular spotting etc. Brown discharge can be due to collected blood from the endometrium. Usually this will subside soon. If you had doubt regarding pregnancy, once go for blood test for pregnancy. Blood test gives more accurate result compared with urine test. If the test comes negative, no need to worry. Consult gynecologist and take tablets to control the spotting.Then you can continue with Minera. Take care. | |
What could cause pain during masturbation an year after inguinal hernia surgery?
Hello Doctor, I had a left inguinal hernia surgery before 4 years. After that surgery everything was perfect, there was no pain at all.But from a year whenever I masturbate I feel pain in the surgical area and can't even walk properly and walk and feel weakness. I masturbated three times in last week, from that time i am feeling a little pain in the surgical area and discomfort and i can't run on stairs.when i try to walk on stairs i feel pressure on the surgical area. I went to the doctor he said there is no hernia. Kindly help me in this matter. | Hi,It seems that due to strain on lower abdominal muscles and there might be having some fibrosis and adhesion after surgery might cause this problem.There is another chance of having recurrence of hernia producing this problem.On clinical examination this will give more clear clue about your problem.Avoid constipation and lifting heavy weight.Ok and take care. | |
What causes fever and cough?
i have a fever of 102 degrees. Have had heavy cough for two plus weeks, though some what better the last couple of days. Doctor has me on antibiotics (8 of 10 days), and Allegra and saline solution. Been sleeping lots of the past several days with no energy. | Dear Friend.Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I understand your concern.Cough and fever of more then 2 weeks should be evaluated specially for Pulmonary Tuberculosis.I would advise you to get:1. Chest Xray2. Sputum for AFB.3. Hemogram with ESR.You may take a cough syrup like Benadryl only for symptomatic relief.But you should get evaluated.This is my personal opinion for you based on available details. If you have any further query please ask me.Stay HealthyDr Anshul Varshney, MD | |
Why do I feel bloated an have abdominal pain?
I have been feeling off for a while and went for an ultra sound. The ultra sound woman asked me if I bled or spotted at all. I'm seriously bloated and hurts to lie on my stomach. It's been sensitive for about 3 weeks and I have other signs of pregnancy, issue is I'm on mirena. What can be causing these issues? I have a strong gut feeling I'm having a miscarriage. | Hi.By your history of symptoms particularly of hurts ob lying on stomach and signs of pregnancy and what your sonologist has asked you , there looks to be a chance of tubal pregnancy which might be leaking giving you so much pain.You have to get a confirmed diagnosis and earliest treatment if this is tubal pregnancy. | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it was only two drops. 2. We usually do not go for emesis (vomiting) for phenol poisoning cases. Because, it is a volatile compound and causes vapors entering the lungs through the airways. 3. As it was only two drops, I do not think it may cause much trouble. If he feels short of breath contact me back, otherwise fine. 1. He should avoid re-exposure. 2. Rule out if there is some sort of suicidal ideation due to depression or anxiety and take him to a psychiatrist for physical evaluation. For further follow up consult a general practitioner online.---> | |
Is Ondem advisable during pregnancy?
i am 5wk pregnant and feeling very nauseating . when iam taking tab ondem MD 4 mg then only i am getting relife. other medication not working for nausea in my case. can i take this medicine continue or Tab Ondem is harm full in preganancy. please suggest me.. thanks | Hi, Dr Purushottam Neurgaonkar here. I welcome you to HCM VIRTUAL CLINIC. I have gone through your question, and I think I have understood your concern. I will suggest you the the best possible treatment options. 1 ) First of all do not panic. 2 ) Tab Ondem MD is quite safe in early pregnancy . Please continue to take it as and when needed.You need to take it to prevent nausea and vomiting, which is more important. 3 ) I will suggest you to have small and frequent feeds. Eat something dry food items in the morning. Do not be empty stomach for more than 3 hours.Keep yourself cool, happy, be positive. All things will sail smoothly. I hope this answer helps you. Thanks Dr Purushottam Neurgaonkar | |
What causes dizziness,blurred vision and loss of balance after getting up from a position?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...Whenever I get up to walk anywhere, I feel faint, dizzy and my eyes are blurry and heavy, I cant get my balance whenever standing up straight. Is it something serious or a cure for the problem? | Hello dear,The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to pathology in the Vestibular Apparatus in inner ear (it is associated with maintenance of body posture & balance) most probably Labyrinthitis or Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.Symptomatic relief can be obtained with intake of Vestibular sedatives like Betahistine or Cinnarizine preparations (to be taken only under the guidance of a Physician).So, kindly consult your Physician/ ENT Specialist & get a complete clinical examination done.Investigations like complete blood count, estimation of blood pressure, blood sugar levels, serum electrolytes & vestibular function tests will be required to rule out any pathological cause for the symptoms.There is no need to worry, you will be fine.Till then, maintain adequate hydration & proper nutrition status and avoid stress.And also take precautions of getting up from bed slowly & avoid sudden head movements.Wishing you a Good Health.Take care. | |
Do body ache, fever and fatigue need medical attention?
I have began the following symptoms 5 days ago; minor body aches, low grade temp, extreme fatigue, loss of appetite. The fever has subsided but have also developed redness and skin irritation on my face, neck and hands and inside my mouth. I returned one week ago from a weeklong trip to Cuba. Should I seek med attention or assume it is a virus? My health is excellent. | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicViral infection is the most common reason for these symptoms. You can consider monitoring them for now unless they increase in severity or do not appear to improve.Fluids and rest along with acetaminophen (paracetamol or tylenol), would help.I hope this helps | |
What causes the testicle to move towards the scrotum during intercourse?
hi i was wonering if you could help me out during masterbation and sex my right testicle moves to the top of the skin sac (scrotom) when this happens i tend to cum straight away im not sure if this is to do with my testicle but it seems to me as if it has got some thing to do with it my penis has also not grown at all since a young age please could you help me and give me some answers thanks | Hi, This is normal phenomenon occurring in all men. There is nothing abnormal or harmful. Please do not worry. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sujoy Dasgupta, OB & GYN Specialist | |
Could a brain aneurysm cause high blood pressure?
I had an brain anurism 6 years ago and sence then I been in and out the emergency room like crazy. It seems like I be trying to have panic attacks.it be feeling like I can t breath to well and my bloodpressue be high and it be feeling like I m about to have an heart attack.I go to the hospital and they find nothing wrong with me all the time and it s driving me crazy.I got high bloodpressue after the anurism and I m on medication.and I be having heartburn and can t sleep well at night and when my bloodpressure high it s kind of hard getting it down and it be making me want to freak out I m so tired of going through this an don t know what s wrong. | Hello, First of all, the long-standing blood pressure causes a brain aneurysm. Because the high pressure puts a severe strain on the blood vessel wall resulting in weakening the blood vessel wall. Moreover, the high lipid and cholesterol in the blood deposit on the blood vessel wall leading to losing its elasticity. In this case, the blood vessel wall becomes weaker and more liable to develop an aneurysm. Second, the drug cannot control high blood pressure without reducing the salt and fat intake. Third, you should do Kidney function test and lipid profile in the blood. The woman who take oral contraceptive pills or a hormonal replacement therapy needs to ask a gynacologist to adjust the dose. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Dr/Mustafa, Neurologist | |
Suggest treatment for bundle branch block
I have left bundle branch block, but after visiting the cardiologist, he says the structure and function of my heart is fine. I notice that I am coughing again and wonder if this is because I am creating ANOTHER electrical path? I am 65, 5'2", 130 lbs and in otherwise good health. | HiLeft bundle branch block (LBBB) is a cardiac conduction abnormality seen on the electrocardiogramn this condition, activation of the left ventricle of the heart is delayed, which causes the left ventricle to contract later than the right ventricle.It has nothing to do with accessory pathwayadv2D echo should be done if left ventricle ejection fraction is more then 50% nothing is to be done .You can take a low dose betablocker after consulting your cardiologist. | |
When to visit doctor while HPT is positive?
Hi my last period was july 21st i normally have a 31 day cycle , how far along am i and when should i see a dr....am 26 and did a home pregnancy test which said positive and i also have a few other symptoms like extremely tired and sore breasts. Thanks | As early as possible... to rule our whether preg is in normal position or not, whether cardiac activity of baby is present or not, no of gestation | |
What causes enlarged lymph nodes in groin and unexplained bruises in child?
My 6 year daughter found a lump in between her hip & groin, when I checked her I found 3 lumps. I took her to her pediatrician whom a week later gave us the diagnosis of cytomegalovirus & the lumps were just enlarged lymph nodes (they feel like hard little beans). That was in the beginning of Dec. 2010, she now has enlarged lymph nodes lining that area on both sides of body & 1 cyst on her arm as well. There have been countless blood work, abdominal ultrasounds of abdominal organs as well as ultrasound of the lymph nodes. These tests were all done in Dec. I have brought her back several times for checkups, but her pediatrician says nothing to worry about. She is a normal child for the most part, I think she gets a little more worn out than I would think she should be, she does has unexplained bruises on arms & legs (old & new), & she gets stomach pain that doesn t make since along with constipation & vary rarely vomiting. I would like to believe her pediatrician, whom I respect & adore, but I have a nagging feeling that he is missing something. Could I be wrong? Also, she had a thryoglossal duct cyst removed when she was 3. | in most part ur pediatrician is right but neverthless get FNAC of lymphnode swelling u will get a confirmation syrup cyclopam 5ml twice daily for three days for stomach pain | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late periods? | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they should arrive. If not, then you can safely opt for a progesterone withdrawal to resume menses. For further information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
What causes numbness in the foot?
I have 2bulging dis (L4L5) the tool like a military are together forming Loki, that s is causing that the sciatic nerve gives me a lots of pain . I m used to it already . Now the question is for the past month I feel the all sciatic nerve completely.now I feel like water ids dripping water inside my leg And.pain Starts the pain is so bad feel like I m about to vommit I had a pinch nerve but the nerve after the surgery now I don t feel 4 toes and the numbness is in half of my foot and I feel a lots of water running down like , dripping down I have to lay down and calf of my right leg my sciatic nerve omg after like 3 :00pm I can t walk no more Mo No more . walking and that is with pain medications have to stay with the leg up and I feel better What is going on what is this they have so many opinions I m on dis Medicaid pal A | Hello! If I were your consulting doctor, I would give you the following advice:1. You seem to have consulted a spine surgeon or an Orthopedic surgeon and undergone surgery for Prolapse Disc. The details of surgery, investigations, reports are not available. If you can upload them, giving advice will be more accurate.2. After the surgery, it looks like you have developed some complications. The symptoms are serious and should be attended immediately. 3. You have written about many opinions. Whether you have consulted only one doctor or many, is unclear. If you had multiple consultations and are not getting results, please consult an expert on this same forum. 4. Please upload all your reports before going for online consultation. Take a referral from the expert and follow the treatment with a specialist.Wish you a speedy recovery | |
What can be done to stop masturbation habits?
dear sir i m of 19 years old, i hv been doing hand practise since 5 years , bt i want to leave this habit as my body doesnt looks healthy like others, n also my wrist is too thin which looks vry bad,,,,,sir pls help me ...tell me abt the type of diet i should take by which i should recover my body soon.....sir my email id is { YYYY@YYYY },,,n plz tell what should i do to b healthy | Hi, You can be busy with yoga, physical games and regular exercise in order to divert your mind. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr S.R.Raveendran, Sexologist | |
Does creatinine level between 1.5 to 1.7 signify normal kidney function?
I have been under treatment for hypertension for the last 10 years. In October, 2013 the medicines changed and I was prescribed Eritel 40 CH in the morning and Selomax 50/5 in the evening. On testing, my creatinine level increased to 1.9. I Consulted my Doctor. He cancelled Eritel CH 40 and prescribed Selomax 50/5 in the morning. Then I was referredto Nephrology department. The Doctoro in Nephrology prescribed Dytor 10 in additioin to Selomax 50/5. I have been checking the creatinine level. It stays between 1.5 to 1.7 till date. Kindly advise the medicatioin is correct and whether the kidney function is normal. In October, 2013 Ultra Sound Scan of abdomen was also done, the result of which shows the kidneys as normal. | Dear sir/madam, long standing uncontrolled hypertension can lead to microvascular changes in blood vessels supplying kidney and damage the filtering structures of kidney leading to protein leakage and fluctuation in kidney functioning which in turn affects creatinine level. Ideally blood pressure should be adequately controlled. Salt should be restricted in diet. Drugs like eritel (ARB' S) help in reducing protenuria and prevent progression of renal dysfunction (failure). Diuretics (dytor) should be cautiously used along with monitoring creatinine. Yes dytor helps in reducing BP but in turn can worsen renal function. So monitor creatinine when on diuretics. Selomax is good drug also. Amlodipine in selomax also helps in controlling blood pressure and reduces proteinuria. Hope u find this helpful. | |
Had infections after impacted wisdom teeth. X-ray did not show any bone fragments. Suggestions?
Hi, my 16 year old daughter had all 4 impacted wisdom teeth removed at the end of June. She has had 3 infections of the bottom teeth. Antibiotics clear the infection and then it reappears in about 2 weeks time. A post op X-ray did not show any bone fragments. We will see the surgeon again on Tuesday. Any thoughts on why this is happening and any suggestions on the questions I should be asking the surgeon? Ps . The antibiotics have been used as prescribed and all post op instructions followed. | Hello,Thanks for posting your query.Did the infection appeared on the site of extraction socket or is it associated with adjacent tooth/inter-dental spaces?Since the x-ray does not show any bone fragments underlying,the cause for infection can be due to spread of infection into adjacent tissue spaces.Pus if present,has to be drained and Curettage has to be done.Deep caries if present,has to be root canal treated or extracted.Periodontal pocket associated with Bone loss has to be treated with periodontal surgery.I would suggest you to get a second opinion by dentist.Hope this helps .Meanwhile,maintain oral hygiene well.Take care. | |
What causes burning urination and pain in penis in a child?
My five-year-old son has begun complaining this evening of burning during urination. He also urinated before bed, then within a few minutes said he needed to go again, but very little additional urine was emitted. When not urinating, he says his penis hurts. Could he have a UTI? | hi! your child is having frequent urination with pain at the tip of the penis. this indicates towards some stone in the urinary bladder. uti can also present in the same way but will usually Have high grade fever with chills. consult your doctor and get a usg lower abdomen and urine investigations. | |
Does Clop S cream cause stretch marks on arms, thigh and back?
I have Psoriasis since 2 years my doctor advised me to be using Clop S (Clobetasol Propionate, Salicylic Acid) for my skin and it is very effective but now i am facing stretch marks on my body like on my arms my thighs and on my lower back. I want to know is it cause of the Clop S cream? If yes then what should i do now to remove my stretch marks? | Hello. Thanks for writing to us at healthcaremagicThe cream that you have been using contains a potent topical steroid i.e clobetasol propionate 0.05%.Chronic long term regular use of potent steroids can lead to side effects like skin thinning, atrophy and stretch marks.The effects and also the side effects of topical steroids are local i.e at the site of application. If you have been using this cream at these sites where you have developed stretch marks, probably they are due to this cream.However, in some individuals stretch marks can be idiopathic and are part of the growth spurt during puberty.It is not possible to completely erase stretch marks but they can be made to look better cosmetically.Tretinoin is available in a cream form and is known to stimulate collagen production and collagen re-modelling. You may try this cream; results are gradual and usually a 6 months trial period if advisable.Certain procedures like Fractional Co 2 Laser; microneedling etc can also bring reasonable cosmetic improvement by stimulating collagen production.I would suggest that you visit a dermatologist for the needfulRegards | |
What is the normal range of calcium and PTH after a total hip replacement?
Hi, I am a 56 yr old female, post menopausal. I recently fell and had a total hip replacement. I healed fine and post surgery, my surgeon wanted to run labs to see if I was calcium deficient. I have my primary care Dr, run labs when I was 7 weeks post surgery. My labs came back and the calcium was high at 10.6, the Vitamin D was very low at 18 and the PTH, intact w/out calcium was elevated to 77. I returned to my primary care Dr a little concerned perhaps a parathyroid tumor with all three of these results. She advise these levels were normal after having a hip replacement Can some please give me confirmation if that is correct. | Hello, As such, there is no direct relationship between total hip replacement surgery and blood levels of Calcium and parathyroid hormone. Parathyroid hormone is one of the factors controlling serum levels of calcium. If the serum level of calcium is decreased Parathyroid hormone level increases to control it and calcium is released from bone into blood and vice versa. If vitamin D level is low with increased serum calcium and parathyroid hormone. It can be a normal finding due to vitamin D deficiency but an expert opinion from endocrinology specialist should be done. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Jayesh Vaza, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
Noticed discomfort while bending upfront while pressing the rib cage
this afternoon when bent over almost in a stretch to touch my toes, it felt like an organ or something was pushing out from underneath my rib cage about an inch to the right from the center. it didn't hurt but took about a minute or so for it to go away. this isn't the first time it's happened. any advice? | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. No need to worry much for this because possibility of muscular spasm or pull is more. Any sudden movement can cause reflex muscle spasm. And this can be felt as something is coming out. So possibility of muscular cause is more in your case. So avoid such type of sudden movements. If similar thing appears again than get done ultrasound examination of abdomen to rule out abdominal hernia. At present, no need to worry for this. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
What is the cost for kidney transplant ?
What could be the cost of kidney transplant in CMC vellore ? | for this you can contact the following Medical Superintendent Christian Medical College, Vellore - 632 004 Tel : 0416-2282066, 2004, 2604, 2626 Fax : 0416-2232305 E-mail : msoffice@cmcvellore.ac.in | |
What causes swollen lymph nodes in the neck, night sweats and white coated tongue?
I have had swollen glands for 3 months in neck, chills, night sweats and white coated tongue. I took a oraquick hiv rapid oral test...negative after five years of exposure. Is this test accurate? I have only been with one person in the last 7 years. Is there anything else this could be? | Welcome to HCM!I can understand your problem.As per the problems highlighted in your question I am of the opinion that you might be having some sort of chronic infection like TB.Kindly consult your doctor to rule out Tuberculosis.Take care of your health. | |
Elevated SGPT levels, swollen hands, legs, face. On thyronorm for hypothyroidism. What is the cause?
My Mom has been medicating for Hypothyroism for the past 6 months....and using Thyronorm drug12.5 micrograms intially and fro the past 15 days 50 micrograms.....in her recent medical check up....I observed elevated levels of SGPT(59 IU) and face,hands & legs became swollen.....but the sugar levels , Bilirubin are normal......Is there any Liver infection or Medication for Hypothyroidsm increses SGPT levels? Please clarify my queries.....Thank you Naveen Kumar;India | Dear Naveen, welcome here. could you let me know the latest TSH levels? were they incresed ( since your dose has been increased. if TSH was rising, the symptoms could be explained. but I would need details of all reports to advise appropriately. SGPT 59 is very minimal rise and no cause for worry isolated. hoping to get details. thanks and good luck. | |
What are the small lumps on the head of my penis?
Hello Doctor,I am 33 year old male and i had a problem in my penis. i have seen very small lumps (size similar to dandruff) almost 4-5 in the head of my penis. It was not itching or not feeling pain. I am very much worried . I dont have any sexual intercourse for the past one year. Please let my know what it is | HI.Do not worry.The lumps with the size you mentioned and its location on the head of penis is suggestive of enlarged normal glands and nothing serious about it - unless they grow- itch- change color and so on. This settle with time and if still you have doubts, take an opinion of a Dermatologist. Do not worry if you did not have any intercourse during the last one year. | |
What could a lump found in a mammogram be indicative of?
I had a free mammogram done, they called me back into the hospital because they found a lump. A lump was already found in a previous mammogram. This is another hospital. I have been worried. How can I prepare myself for whatever the final result may be? I am stressed!! | u need to carry ur previous mammogram to present hospital to compare so that if any increase in size or shape will definitely indicate the biopsy is to be taken. if previous report is benign disease, then, there may be possibility this may also be of benign, but cannot gurantee. don't get stressed, lump always doesn't mean cancer | |
Q. My daughter experienced shortness of breath, and dizziness during gymnastics. Why?
Hello doctor, My teen daughter is 15-year-old, 5'5" tall with 115 Ibs, a healthy gymnast, she has done gymnastics from her two years of age. She eats well, does not drink soda except every great once in a while. She has been experiencing shortness of breath, leading to some dizziness while at practice. Last night after completing a floor routine (that she has done hundreds of times before), she became short of breath, she says her leg or ankle completely gave out, and her sides both hurt a great deal. What could be the cause? I am not sure if it is a make an appointment immediately type thing. Or if I should schedule it for later asthma has crossed my mind. I do not know what questions to be asking? She is not under any medications takes Tylenol for occasional headaches. | Hello. After going through your history mostly, it is a due weakness, but if she experiences breathlessness at rest, then you need to consult. Right now, you should give her multivitamin supplements like iron, Folic acid, and Vitamin B complex. Do not let her practice empty stomach, always give her something to boost up her energy level. Follow-up again if she experiences shortness of breath at rest. Weakness. An acute attack of asthma. Multivitamins. | |
Suggest remedy for red ,swollen gums due to herpangina
my daughter has herpangina (now for 7 days) and her gums are very red, and very swollen. Her breath smells very bad even though we try and brush them several times a day. Every time we brush her poor little mouth she bleeds. How long will this go on? does she have cavities? Are we doing the right thing in continuing to try and brush them through this time. She no longer has any fever, and her energy is back about 85%, but her gums seem to be just as bad as the day she got sick. She will only eat very little. HELP PLeaseSamantha O'D. | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.Herpangina is a self limiting viral infection caused by coxsackie virus. For the I hope my answer will help you, take care. The redness and swollen gums will get back to normal in a week to 10days. But if there are any deposits on the teeth, this can also cause swelling and bleeding from gums, so teeth has to be cleaned by scaling once the infection reduces or heals. Mean while you can maintain oral hygiene by brushing nicely and you can use mouth washes.I hope my answer will help you, take care. | |
Fatigue, no social interaction. Depression?
How can I know if I'm depressed? And what should I do if I think I am? I'm a 21 year old Swedish male who've just gotten enough of being tired, I've barely went outdoor at all the past year or so, except for buy groceries and stuff, and even that I can find myself without mostly of the time. The times I've seen my friends the past year is to be counted on 2 hands. | Hello You have symptoms like easy fatiguability, poor social interaction, less number of friends. If these are only symptoms present then it can not be labelled as a depressive disorder. But depression in milder from may present with lack of energy, easy fatiguability, pervasive sadness of mood, sleep dysfunction, poor or increased appetite, pains in body etc symptoms. Still if you want to know about your symptoms you can visit a Psychiatrist for evaluation. Thanks Dr. Seikhoo Bishnoi, MD | |
Have burning sensation in back. Had haematoma, had a fall. No medication now. What to do?
I slipped on ice and fell on steps. I had a very large haematoma on my lower back but I still get a burning sensation every know and then. The swelling has reduced considerably but not away. This happened in November. I went to the hospital twice and then visited my doctor at end of Dec and he called a specialist. They said on hindsight that they should have removed the blood at the time. Just because of the stinging I wonder if I shd go back | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. After the fall, the hematoma that formed must have been compressing the nerves causing the burning sensation in the area. Most of the times such hematoma resolves spontaneously in 2-4 weeks with rest and hot fomentation. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal drtayal72@gmail.com | |
Irregular periods after abortion. Trying to get pregnant. Will it be safe to take femilon tablet?
Hello doctor i am 24y old married women. 9months back I got pregnancy. In 3rd month I got bleeding and then abortion . From their onwards I got periods irregularly one month it comes 20days and another month 30days and this month I will get periods in 16days. I consult my doctor and she prefered me to use femilon tabs. Is it is safe. I want to get pregnancy please help me | Hi, You seem to be suffering from post abortal hormonal imbalance . This needs to be corrected first to ensure regular ovulation as you do not seem to have any ovulation problems. Femilon is an oral contraceptive prescribed in your case to regularize the cycles. After regularizing the cycles, which should be done in a couple of months, treatment for promoting pregnancy will be initiated. You may need induction of ovulation if there is evidence of insufficient ovulation. You can get a complete hormonal profile, sonogram, tubal patency and nutritional supplementation to prepare the system for a good chance of pregnancy. Please get further advice from your doctor. Good luck. | |
Is there a risk of pregnancy after periods?
I recently started the depot shot in februray and ive been on my period since april 15th and it ended may 7th. I stupidly had unprotected sex on may 4th he ejaculated in my but i rushed to the bathroom right after and got most of it out. the next day i went to go get me depot shot then my period ended two days later. am I at a high risk of getting pregnant? | d efficacy of deposit shot of 150 mg is around 3 months..n u had sex within 3 month..so unlikely u r pregnant. ..use either of one contraceptive. ..instead of depo start taking pills. ..as long term use of deposit shots has lot of side effects | |
What causes severe pain & numbness in arms,shoulders & neck?
Hi, Just had an MRI done due doctors not being able to diagnose why I was experiencing severe neck, shoulder, & arm pain through normal x-rays, CT scans and ultra sounds. Other experiences included numbness and pins and needles depending on my positioning and lack of sleep due to the pain (I was driving my wife insane). This has been ongoing for 5+ months now. The MRI came back with the following conclusion and my doctor has referred me to a specialist. Will this require an operation? Please see the report below... Minor reversal of the normal cervical lordosis is seen. The AP alignment is within normal limits. No abnormality is demonstrated to the narrow. Loss of signal intensity is demonstrated in the cervical discs, consistent with disc degeneration minor loss of disc space height at C5-56. At C5-5 there is a broadbased 1cm right paracentral / foraminal disc protrusion with high grade compromisation of the existing right c6 nerve with mild cord compression and rotation. No intrinsic cord abnormality is seen. The remaining intervertebral foraman are within normal limits. The craniocervical junction is within normal limits. | Hi, The location and movement of a pain gives clues as to what is going on. and a problem in the neck often causes nerve pain that runs down the arm into the fingers. Cannot say in your particular case, but generally, if there is loss of motor or sensory function it is a reason for neurosurgical evaluation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Matt Wachsman, Addiction Medicine Specialist | |
What does a knot under rib cage indicate?
I am a breast cancer survivor. I have had a pain under my right rib cage for two months now. Gastronomic said it was a pulled muscle. PCP ordered ultrasound and bloodwork. I am not overweight but labs showed elevated cholesterol and triglycerides. I do not have a gall bladder. Ultrasound showed discrepancies in liver. Had a Ct scan of liver a week ago but have heard nothing back yet. This morning I felt a knot under my rib cage towards my back. My PCP s nurse told me that my liver appeared fatty on the ultrasound. What could this be? | Hello, You can consult your surgeon and get evaluated. You can go for a bone scan to rule out any metastasis ( cancer spread) to the ribs even though it is unlikely. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
How effective are medications in treatment of depression compared with other methods?
Hi, My name is Rachel Thomas and I am currently completing Year 12. I have been looking at your online website and thought I would try to make contact with you. For school Year 12 students are required to complete the “Research Project” in order to achieve completion of their SACE (South Australian Certificate of Education) My project is based on “How effective are medications in the treatment of depression compared with other methods?” I was wondering if you could send me in the right direction to contact someone who would be willing and has experience in this area that would consider letting me ask them a few questions through email. Hope to hear from you soon. Rachel Thomas | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. You are a research student. Nice to hear that. I am willing to help you in this matter. I am experienced psychotherapist with 20 years of experience. Depression and anxiety can be treated with psychotherapy, meditation, relaxation and yoga techniques. The result is almost 95%. In some cases this treatment has to be done along with psychiatric medications. You can contact me through email if you are willing to do so. For more details visit this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
Have Alzheimer and diarrhea. Prescribed codein and acetaminophen. Can I take her to emergency?
My 80 year old mother who has had alzheimers for 12 years now has had diarrhea for 4 weeks now. She lives in a care facility and some of her her meds were switched to liquid meds (liquid calcium, multivitamin, codeine and acetominophen). She is not getting better. I am terrible worried as everything is eating which is not much is going right thru her. Her doctor who comes into the home is fairly new to her, but is only in the home 2x per week and many days are going by in-between. I am considering taking her into emergency so something will get done. Is that a good idea or shall I continue let them try to figure it out even tho its taking too long in my mind. | Hi, Thank you for posting your query. Diarrhea for four weeks needs evaluation. Common causes could be an infection, impacted stool, intolerance to the diet, etc. An evaluation by a gastroenterologist and stool examination would be helpful. Please get back if you require any additional information. Best wishes, Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology) Senior Consultant Neurologist Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, My personal URL on this website: My email: drsudhirkumar@yahoo.com | |
How can I get rid of sunburn on the face ?
I have a small brown spot on left side of my face ...just below the corner of the eye . No doubt, caused by sun damage....it is not very obvious expect to me, of course. It looks like a sun spot, but I don t like it. Can it be removed..or faded....or frozen off. I am male...over 65 years old...professional and before the public all the time. Thank you | Dear Friend, Consult a dermatologist or an oculoplastic surgeon. the spots can be removed either by laser or by RF cautary. Take care | |
Suggest remedy for stiffness and heaviness of the tongue
My age is 32 years, height 6 ft.Medical History: Had tuberculosis of the glands below the ears (on the neck) at the age of 17 and no other major medical illness.Query: For the past two weeks, I feel stiffness in my tongue, feels like it is curling back and I may have difficulty speaking. So far, I'm able to speak fine but when I talk I consistently get that feeling of my tongue rolling back. It feels kind of heavy. Could please suggest, is there a serious issue? | Hello, Thanks for consulting HCM, Read your query, as you have stiffness and heaviness of tongue this can be due to condition like smoke exposure , oral submucous fibrosis , laryngitis , pharygitis, strep throat and as you have medical condition tuberculosis also so it can be related to that .I will suggest you that of you have habot of smoking or chewing please quit your habit first and consult oral surgeon for examination of oral cavity and go for its treatment .Hope it will help you. Wishing you good health.Regards, Dr. Priyanka tiwari | |
What causes red blisters on the testicle?
my son,4 years old, has a slight red rash on his testicals and what looks like a blister/scab probably because it itched and he scratched it? I thought he might have picked up a fungal infection on a restaurant toilet seat? Is this possible? He says it burns and I can see that it is uncomfortable. | Hi,From history it seems that there might be having some allergic insect bite producing local allergic reaction.Give him Benadryl syrup for 2-3 days and it will be subsided.apply triple action cream or Caladryl lotion.Ok and take care. | |
Suggest remedy for swelling in ribs
I have swelling with a pea sized mass just below the right rib cage. I am 48 yrs old, 5 9 and weight about 184. If I touch the area,move just right or bend over it s painful. I had my gallbladder checked back in Sept 2011 and the hyda hyda scan test showed very slow progress, but excreted in normal limits. Can you help??? | Hello, The swelling in the rib cage could be a lymph node related to inflammation. I don't think that it is related to your gallbladder. Anyway, if this persists, I recommend consulting with your attending physician for a physical exam and an abdominal ultrasound, in order to examine the nature of this lump. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist | |
Could the bumpy white spots be due to antibiotics?
I have had an opperation recently and I am taking antibiotics to prevent infection. My hands started feeling wierd and now have many, tiny white dots all over! These dots/spots are bumpy and are not itchy or sore in any way, what could be the cause of this? Is it the antibiotics? | Hi, Yes. >An antibiotic rash can be mild or severe, depending on how sensitive the individual is to the medication. It can be red or purple and can spread across the body. It may also show up as hives, which are red or white bumps that develop on the skin. Or, it may appear as a maculopapular rash with areas that resemble flat patches. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care. Regards, Dr. Ajeet Singh, General & Family Physician | |
Can ayurvedic medicine be taken for the problem in prostrate?
I am suffering from hypertension which is under control after taking Ramistar A (Rampril 2.5mg & Amlodipine 5 mg) after dinner & Tenoric 50(Atenol 50mg & Chlorthalidone 12.5mg) after breakfast. Recently I have been diagoned with BPH also (prostrate problem). Can I take Aryuvedic medicine like Charak Prosteez or Himplasia. Please advise of Zandu's aryuvedic medicine along with the prescribed dosage which can be taken with Alopathic hypertension medicines. Will aryuvedic medicine for prostrate will interfere with the diuretic present in Tenoric 50. Please advise. | HelloWelcome to healthcare magicAs per your problem of BPH and you can take any of the medicines od charak or himalya prosteez or himplasia 2 tabs twice a day.Both are not making any interference in diuretic presence.RegardsDr Nikul PatelAyurveda ConsultantAhmedabad, India | |
How to treat lumbar bulging disc that causes pain in legs, buttocks?
I have lumber buldge disks pain shooting pain down legs and in buttocks have tried nerve blocks and steroid epidurials but nothing seems to help. On very extreme meds also seen an surgeon for back to see if sitting on nerve. What'ts next? Can,t bend over I feel something pulling my day to day living has changed. | I have read your query, kindly get a MRI lumbar spine and if already done send report, as the symptoms are not relieved with nerve block and medications, surgery would be very beneficial for you. These are minimal invasive procedure now a days so very safe. | |
Why am I fainting and having blackouts?
a certain feeling comes in/on my leg/thigh and I know I m going to faint. I do not feel it in my head, but my leg/thigh only 1. then I need to lay down and wait for it to pass, that s when I know it s in my head also, the fainting.. but I feel it in my leg/thigh. only one. If I am standing I must immediately sit/lay down or I will fall/pass out. Usually I make it to the bed/sofa/chair. that s when I notice the blacking out would be in my head. | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Moments of dizziness can happen due to decreased blood flow from heart to brain. When it happens, the blood flowing through the vessels from heart to brain might have a reduced flow. These are by the carotid and vertebral arteries on either sides. This is more significant when you are standing upright and doing any moderate to heavy physical activity.Since he has got scans for inner ear and brain done, it is confirmed that there is no abnormality in the vestibular system in the ear or any serious conditions in the brain.After clinical examination, your doctors might recommend CT scan or MRI scan brain to know any problems within the brain and Electronystagmography (ENG) or videonystagmography (VNG) to record abnormal eye movements while the head is placed in different positions or your balance organs are stimulated with water or air. For this he might consult the ENT specialist.The best way to analyze if the reduced blood flow to the brain is causing your dizziness is by doing a carotid and vertebral arteries Doppler ultrasound. It will show the flow of blood from the heart to the brain and if it is adequate.Dizziness can also occur due to stress related anxiety or overflow of emotions. | |
Left side of tongue higher than other causing issues with pronunciation. Could this be a symptom of something worse?
Hi, i recenlty noticed that left side of my tongue(close tip), is rised higher than right side. This results in problems when i talk, especialy when i pronounce certain letters, i feel like my tongue does not want to come to right position to pronounce correctly. Is it related to muscles in my tongue or i am realy afraid of things like stroke , may it be a symptome of it? I also have curve in my cervical spine , is it possible that some nerves in my neck were pinched? And is it all fixable? I always used to talk fast and because of this i can not talk as fast as i used to. Thanks for answers. | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.Your symptoms could suggest a weakness of tongue muscles on one side. The tongue muscles are supplied by the hypoglossal nerve, which originates from the lower part of brainstem, at the junction of cervical spinal cord.A picture of your tongue when protruded outside, would help in deciding whether or not you have a weakness of tongue muscles.If weakness is confirmed, we need to do MRI scan of brain to find out the cause, such as stroke, infections, tumors, etc.I hope it helps. Please get back if you have any more queries.Best wishes,Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)Senior Consultant Neurologist | |
Poor circulation, numbness, cold on tips of fingers, recovering from stroke. Whom to consult?
What doctor do I see for Poor Circulation especially in the tips of my fingers. I am a recovering stroke patient it occued 4 years ago . I have made great progress. Currently I am at Day REhab at Phelps Memorial Hospital .Doing well but concerned about the numbness and cold in the tips of my right hand that is the side affected by the stroke | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. Since , you are recovering from stroke attack very nicely , that's a good thing. After effects of stroke are numbness and cold clammy peripheral parts . In my opinion consult a neurologist and get his opinion . This will tell you any disease in arteries concerned. Consult a physiotherapist and his advice will help you. Good luck. Dr. HET | |
How can hair fall be treated?
hi sir i used to masturbate every day due to which i have very poor health .i have excessive hair fall also , i tried a lot to get rid of this problem by avoiding of masturbating. what should i do plz advice me some solution and way to improve health , medicaments if any | "Hi!Welcome to Healthcaremagic. com.I have read your query in detail and do understand your concern. Excessive hair fall can be due to male pattern baldness, physical or mental stress, anaemia or nutritional deficiency or certain medical conditions like thyroid disorders, low serum ferritin etc.Take a nutritious and protein rich diet(pulses, milk products, eggs).Avoid routine application of gels or frequent blow drying of your hair. Use a sulfate free shampoo for your hair twice a week. Biotin containing hair supplements can be taken for 3-6 months. Hope this helps!Good luck!" | |
Can exercise relieve the tightness around lymphoma?
Hi I went to the doc yesterday to have a lump behind my neck and shoulder are checked out...she told me it was nothing to be worried about that its was a lymphoma and if it doesn't hurt or bother it will go away on its own...my question is is there any exercise that can relieve the tightness around it? | Hi,Welcome to HCM.Based on the facts of your query,the lump is declared by your doctor,as non lymphomas.So dont bother for them,as they would go on their own.Check if you have scalp opinion or pharyngeal recent infections,as these may be causing such post-infection lumps in neck and shoulder.You should not worry as it is not Cancerous and is treatable bruise with bump.AS its a body's response of the immune system to infective or foreign ailement,no exercise would reduce it.So dont be worried about it.A Second Opinion from your Physician/ and or Surgeon would fix your worry.This reply would resolve your current issues and would reduce your anxiety with it.Hope this reply would help you to plan treatment with your doctor.Will appreciate your Hitting thanks and writing excellent review comments to help needy patients like you. Welcome with any other further query in this regard.Good Day!!Dr.Savaskar,Senior Surgical SpecialistM.S.Genl-CVTS | |
What are the symptoms of potential pregnancy?
i had sex on more than one occasion, after missing one contraceptive pill and taking two weeks of pills late, i was due on my (usually predictable) period 4 days after but was 3 days late, at which point the period only lasted 1 day (as apposed to the usual 6). i then had nothing for 2 days and am now experiencing some light spotting and abdominal cramps, could i be pregnant ? | HiDr. Purushottam welcomes you to HCM virtual clinic!Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully gone through your case, and I think I have understood your concern. I will try to address your medical concerns and would suggest you the best of the available treatment options.with your history of contraceptive pill; I will suggest you to get morning's first sample of urine tested for pregnancy. If negative, you need not worry. Use barrier method like condom, till you get next regular cycle.Even if you are pregnant, you can opt for termination with medicines safely till 9 weeks of pregnancy.Other symptoms of pregnancy are- 1. Missed periods2. Nausea3. Vomiting4. Dry vomits5. Breast pain6. Some discharge from nipples7. Giddiness8. Loss of appetite9. Food cravings10. Frequent urination11. Increased vaginal discharge12. Sleepiness You may get any of these symptoms.I hope my answer helps you.Thanks.Wish you great health.Dr Purushottam | |
What is the treatment without surgery for spinal cord indentation and nerve root compression?
h hellow sir, my MRI scan report as follows, loss of lordosis. disc osteophytic bulge seen at C6-7 level causing spinal cord indentation and moderate bilateral existing nerve root compression Modic type 2 marrow changes with endplate irregularly and morginal osateophytes seen at C6-7 LEVEL C6-7 =0.73 cms what are the treatments without surgery. i am male. 47 years | Hi , First of all I would like to know whether you are symptomatic due to this.If you are having pain in C6C7 dermatome ,You need surgery for this as canal diameter is very narrow.Treatment options without surgery are -Tab pregabalinOral steroidsEpidural steroidsNeck exercises Other pain modalities | |
Suggest ways to manage hypertension
hi; gThank you for answering my question, I am 61 years old female, I recently experienced high blood pressure and my doctor ordered the 24 hr urine test.vin I just got my result for metanephirine urine 24 hrs test , the result is 26, ( normal range 45-290 ug/24hr). it seems very low, what causes it, what would the symptom of having low metanephrine level? should I be concerned and take medications to bring it to normal level? | Hello and welcome to HealthcareMagic,I read your question carefully and I understand your concern.Please, do not worry. 24 hour urine metanephrines are tested to rule out adrenal tumor called pheochomacytoma. Pheochromocytoma is a catecholamine secreting tumor which presents with high blood pressure, headaches palpitations and sweating. Negative test results rule out phechromacytoma as the cause of hypertension. Low metanephrines in the urine indicates adrenal glands are producing lower levels of catecholamine hormones which might be normal feedback to hypertension. On the other hand some studies show low levels of metanephrines may indicate diabetes or pre-diabetic state.You should check blood glucose test to rule out diabetes as well.I hope the above information will be helpful for you. Please, feel free to ask me if there is anything else you need to know. Thank you,Malik Amonov MD |
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