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Suggest treatment for asymmetrical face
I am 72 yr. old female, with slightly asymmetrical face (more supporting bone structure and muscle on one side than the other). Asymmetry has become exacerbated by loss of volume in skin. I can handle that emotionally, (and I know flllers are available, if I want to go that rout... | Hello,The shifting is related to the muscle and nerve asymmetry. When aging these changes are quite normal, due to the loss of skin elasticity. Anyway, I would recommend performing a brain MRI in order to exclude a possible small stroke, which can lead to lip shifting.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I ... | |
Suggest medicines for itchy red bumps
My indoor-only cat was diagnosed with notoedres cati mites a few days ago. I've been itchy with red pimply bumps for weeks. I've seen my M.D. (not very helpful, though) and she prescribed a topical steroid cream and some oral antihistamines. I'm in the process of hot washing & dry... | Hello,Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your history and would like to make suggestions for you as follows:1. Were I treating you, I would prescribe you antihistamines like levocetirizine/cetirizine in morning and hydroxyzine in the evening for at least 2 weeks.2. I would also ask you in detail whether you are... | |
Suggest treatment for itchy rashes on legs
I have what appears to be psoriasis on the front of my left leg, between the shin and ankle. Is there an over the counter cream I can use to help alleviate the itching and help heal it? I just received my paperwork on Covered Calif,. so I will be seeing a physician soon. Than... | Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.I can understand your concern regarding the skin lesions but its difficult to say whether it is psoriasis or or eczema in absence of clinical examination.Therefore, I insist you to post good clinical pictures to me so that I can help you in a better way.You can reach me directly throu... | |
Brain MRI shows irregular signal patches in white matter of parietal lobe. What does it mean?
Hi, My MRI brain scan shows the below result. What does this mean? Am i having any problem in brain? multiple irregular hyper intense signal patches are seen clustered in the deep white matter of parietal lobes on either side... | Do you have any history of paralysis or weakness in limbs? The MRI report points towards multiple infarction in side brain matter and is suggestive of stroke in past which may or may not have manufested clinically lot of research is happening in Stem Cell therapy field for ischemic brain injuries You may contact me on ... | |
Could high HDL and low triglycerides be a matter of concern?
I just received results from a recent fasting blood test. Hdl was 92; tri was 43; Ldl was 102. The nurse who gave me the information said I really needed to watch my diet. This seems fairly optimal to me, and I said-- but the trigliceride (sp?) is low, an... | Hello,Brief answer: High HDL is a good result and lower levels of triglycerides prevent cardiovascular diseases.Explanation: My opinion is that lipid profile is the mainstay diagnosis of hyperlipidemia types, risk factor. High low density lipoproteins (LDL), very low density lipoproteins (VLDL), and triglycerides are a... | |
What is agglutination and is the sperm motility normal?
Hello HealthCareMagic:Pls interpret my semen analysis report for me..Liquefaction Time: 15mns // Vol: 2.5m; // Appearance: Pearly White // PH: Alkaline // Sperm Conc: 80 mill/cc // Total Sperm count 200 mill/cc // Agglutination: +1 // GRADE A Progressive : 20% //... | Hi, Agglutination is clumping of sperm.you have mild agglutination. Count and motility are absolutely normal. You need to get a direct check-up with urologist to rule out any genitourinary tract infection (in view of agglutination and wbcs). Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take... | |
Suggest treatment for a problem in the lungs
Hello Doctor, My sister has met with accident 20 days back and is currently in Columbia Asia Bangalore undergoing treatment for lung contusion as well along with spine injury.Doctors say that her cough reflecx is bad due to which she is unable to caugh out the secretions an... | HiShe is currently taking the right treatment for the secretions believe me. In his condition medications don't help so much.Take care Dr.Jolanda | |
Neck swelling. Taking myfortic, stable graft. Renal transplant done. History of tacrolimus. Treatment?
Hello Dr. My husband has had a renal tranplant 10 years ago. At the moment he is taking only myfortic and his graft is stable. Previously he too Tacrolimus (Cellcept for the first 5 years). He has noticed some swelli... | any patient on immunosuppresent like myfortic or tacrolimus is prone for secondary infections.cervical lymph node tuberculosis,mumps due to viral infection;lymphomas can cause this,any abscess | |
What causes crying face in babies?
My son is 7 months old and when he cries his bottom lip pulls down much farther on his left side. At first the neonatologist said to watch this closely but his current pediatrician called it his crying face and it is common. If this is the case, do I not find any search for a baby s ... | You should wait and watch if some other symptoms occur or not..by 7 months if no symptoms has occurred , there are less chances of any pathological condition. .don't worry. . | |
Q. Why has the tip of my penis turned white?
Hello doctor, I am a 26-year-old male. Yesterday, I noticed my tip of the penis becoming white. I do not know the cause but the most part of it is white. I am not getting 100% erection also. It looks like the growth of the penis has also stopped. Can you suggest why is this... | Hello. You need to maintain strict personal hygiene. You can wear loose cotton comfortable undergarments. Get physically examined and investigated to rule out any medical problem and treat accordingly. Is there any pain or itching? A course of antifungal might be considered. Please attach a picture to guide you in deta... | |
How can a fontanelle hemangioma be treated?
I have a 3month old daughter that has developed an hemangioma on her her adjacent to her fontanel. I am worried whether it should be removed or left alone. I am also wondering what type of Dr. I should take her to have hemangioma accessed. I have already taken her to one sur... | DONOT DO ANYTHING for a small hemangioma . except a cosmeticproblem it dosent cause any problem and MAY NIOT reduce on its own.you can do following1) leave it alone till 2 to 3 yrs age2) one can use Steroid cream or inject steroid which will RETRACT the size of hemangioma3Laser treatment can be considered after 4 to ... | |
Why am I unable to have bowel movements while suffering from ventral hernia?
I have no insurance and dont make enough money to see the doctor, but i have a ventral hernia and yesterday i started having server abdominal pain and can not have a bm, now i can hardly pee and im running fever and nausea! what is wrong, is ... | Hi. Pain, fever and nausea can be due to other reasons . If ventral hernia has trapped bowels you can have additional distension of abdomen, constipation and vomiting. Is there any pain on pressure on the hernia? Has it grown in size and not allowing return back to the abdomen? | |
My 26 year old daughter has an enlarged lympnode on her neck & diagnosed with castleman's disease
hi and thanks my 26 year old daughter was diagn with castlemans disease . she has an enlarged lympnode on her neck which they did a biopsy the doctor is sending her for a ct scan of the body to make sure its only that one... | FDG (the medicine used in PET scan) uptake in castleman disease is modest. No large scale studies have established the role of PET-CT in castleman disease. PET scan combined with a contrast CT can be done in this condition, though it is not obvious if addition of PET scan will add significantly to the treatment of the ... | |
Suggest best diet to take when on Latuda
My daughter is on 80 mg of Latuda with dinner. She has the flu right now and doesn t want to eat. I got her to eat some jello and drink ginger ale with the Latuda. I have read that she should eat 350 calories for the medicine to work correctly is this right? | Hi...you have not mentioned the age of your kid. A patient on Latuda needs to drink plenty of fluids, especially in hot weather and during exercise. It is easier to become dangerously overheated and dehydrated while on taking Latuda. But 350 calories is not a big deal for a normally eating kid. So do not worry.Regards ... | |
How safe is ovum freezing?
hi ,i am going to be 36 yrs old women. Due to bad luck my marriage didnt work out and i am seprated. Now i am little insecure in regards to baby . I dont know when i will get remarrige and settled. I want to know ovam freezing is safe and how much does it cost in indian currency . I live in ... | Hello, ovum freezing safe and can cost upto 1.5-2 lacs depending on the centre of freezing and number of eggs retreived and the duration for which freezing will be needed.In case you have any questions in future you can contact me directly on | |
Suggest treatment for social phobia
dear sir i am suffering from social phobia,i cannot communicate with friends or people effectively.i am suffering from past 8 years but i didnt knew that i had this problem but recently i came to know what i was lacking.i feel shyness to speak even with family members,when i walk i ... | Hi,From what you have mentioned, you are definitely manifesting symptoms of social phobia. You difficulty in communicating and avoiding people are due to the same.You should consult a psychiatrist for initiating treatment for the same. Medications like sertraline and paoxetine will help in treating social phobia. In ad... | |
Suggest treatment for worms in kid
My daughter had small white little worms several months ago, the e.r doctor gave her a few pills to take in a few days and I kept every thing clean and washed and have them practice good hygene...then about a month later my younger son got them too, took him to his pediatrician and t... | Hello, Worm infestation in a child is unavoidable because we could not stop them from playing with objects. Any object having contact with the floor will have hidden worm eggs that gets inside child's stomach through hands. So the main concern should be on hand and mouth. Make them to avoid playing in soil and soiled o... | |
Suggest treatment for infection after having upper molar pulled out
My sister had an upper molar pulled on last Wed. Her face is a little swollen and there is a cream color in the socket. She was afraid to touch it because of what the dentist said for the blood to clot. I noticed she has really bad breadth so I looked... | Hi.Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..As per your complain the cream coloured stuff within the extraction socket is the scar tissue or the healing tissue that is responsible for the filling up and healing of the extraction socket and there is a big NO to poke i... | |
What causes hand pain at night?
Hello...I am having trouble sleeping because of pain that I get in my rt hand..I do have on every night a wrist stabilizer that fits over wrist and palm. During the day 3fingers and thumb feel a bit asleep. YYYY@YYYY ...............I am 72 in good health..without heart issues. | Hi, The possibilities are a neuropathic pain due to the weakness of nerves due to underlying conditions like diabetes and peripheral vascular disease due to a poor blood supply. As of now, you can take analgesics like Tramadol or Diclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist consult a physician and plan for a Doppler... | |
Possibility of having vertigo due to the symptoms observed
Hello! I ve had vertigo symptoms lasting a month now, and my prescribed Meclizine has not had much effect. I stopped taking it maybe a week ago and now my poop has turned bright green. Other minor symptoms include ringing in ears, vomiting under stress, random... | If meclizine is not working for your vertigo ... I think you should start Betahistidine ... usually comes undeundee brand name Serc ... 8mg twice daily ... if still doesn't work, u can increase the dose up to 16mg twice daily .... the type of disease u are describing are symptoms of either BPV ...benign positional vert... | |
What causes delayed periods and negative pregnancy test?
My period has been very regular for the last year, and was very heavy until November when it was shorter and lighter than normal. It is now approx 20 days late. Home pregnancy test came back negative, and I have not started/changed/stopped a hormone based birth ... | Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion there are various causes for delayed period other than pregnancy.They are hormonal abnormalities like thyroid abnormalities,polycystic ovarian disease(PCOD),overweight,obesity,stress, anaemia etc.As per your history I would suggest you to rule out the above abnormaliti... | |
What causes chronic knee pain?
I get knee aches a lot, it can be in either knee. I have had this for as long as i can remember, its a dull ache and feels like its cold, a hot water bottle does soothe the pain sometimes. what is this? if i know how its caused i can do something to prevent it happening. | Hi,Chronic knee pain is a common problem, reported in day to day life. It can be a result of:- Osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis or gout- Tendinitis or bursitis or damage to the cartilage below the kneecap- Infections or Baker’s cyst- Obesity etc.Your history doesn't mention about the age and duration of complaint... | |
Can you suggest the medicines to cure or control Hbs+
Hi i am mr.sharif age-32,height-1.70 meter. I am carring Hbs+ last six years. I stopped taking madecine from last two years. i lost my all perscription.so i have to need your suggesion to remove or control this virous. | Hello Mr.Sharif ; Welcome to HealthcareMagic Many people carry Hbs+ & can maintain proper health with a controlled diet & lifestyle.Nowadays even treatment is available to control & trails are on of newdrugs to remove it .As you lost the prescription I would advise you to contact & consult your doctor again & he will ... | |
Q. Can Yasmin birth control pill be used as an emergency contraceptive pill?
Hello doctor, My fiancee and I had unprotected sex a few days back, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Just to be on the safer side, we wanted to use the emergency contraceptive pill. But due to some restriction in the country where we live,... | Hi. How are you doing? Yes, as you have heard, Yasmin can be used as an emergency pill. Even if you have not ejaculated into her, she stands a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in contact with her genitals. As soon as ... | |
Q. I have cough, sore throat and increased urinary frequency for a few days. What to do?
Hello doctor, I am a 28 year old male. I have some symptoms for the last few days like cough, sore throat, frequent sensation of urinating, with no or very little urine and feeling of incomplete emptying of the bladder. It is acco... | Hello. I understand your concern. You have not given adequate history. Did you have any unprotected sexual intercourse in recent days? Are you at risk for STD (sexually transmitted disease)? If so, then frequent urination and burning accompanied by some pain can signify some STD. For fever and sore throat, I will advis... | |
How to get rid of lump in the lung and its pain?
i have a lump in the lung and it started giving me a pian at times when i stretch out my hands to the both sides and during sleep in the night. i consulted the doctor and he took x ray and ecg and both are normal. the bp was 140/90 and there was a blood clot at the plac... | Hi,Dear,Thanks for the query to My HCM Clinic.I studied your query in details and understood your health concerns.-Treatment and Cause of your lump in the Chest-a-As your Xry Chest is normal,the lump with blood clot would suggest-?Insect bite? or post-traumatic hematoma on chest.b-Tb NSAIDs for painkilling and reduci... | |
Taking Udliv, Atocor, Rablet for high liver function values. Reports show high triglycerides. Is treatment correct ?
Dear Sir,I am 33 years old of weight 79 kg and height 1.74 m. I have been following my doctor's prescription of taking 1 no of Udliv 600 mg each before lunch and dinner , 1no of Atocor 10 mg after di... | Hi, Welcome to HCM.Most anti-epileptic medications including Desval (Valproic acid) affect liver function, however, based on the information you have given your liver function is certainly improving (decrease in SGPT and SGOT) indicating that your treatment is going in the right direction. However, your triglyceride le... | |
Skin boils. Reaction from Halloween treats. Rashes and white boils on shoulders and chest.
Skin boilsI believe I have had a reaction from Halloween treats, I do my best to not ingest granulated sugar as I have struggled with skin reactions in the past; rashes, and white boils on my chest and recently on my shoulders. ... | HiYou can use calamine lotion for skin. and use an antihistamine like cetrizine 10 mg once daily.Hope this may help you.If not getting better then consult your doctor.thanks | |
How to increase erection and ejaculation time?
Hi, i am 32 year old male, before i could masturbate 2 or three in a day, but recently i notice i can do only once in a day, i never used to do masturbation regularly,Seeing my present situation i am bit worried, how can increase my erection and ejection | Hello, Masturbation is considered as a physical exercise and you loose physical energy while doing masturbation. The physical energy capacity is directly proportional to your age and other physical and mental activities. In any case, it is never advisable to masturbate more than 4 times a week. Once you reduce the mast... | |
Does utrogestan causes irregular menstrual cycle?
I ve been taking utrogestan that was prescribed by my gyanaecologist for treatment of endometriosis. I have noticed that my periods are very irregular after taking these pills. I normally get my periods after 28 days but lately I get them within 21days. Is this normal? | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. Your symptoms seem to be related to side effects of Utrogestan.It may cause change in your menstrual bleeding pattern, including spotting or bleeding between periods.Hope my answer was helpful.If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.Kind r... | |
Suggest treatment for headache, sore throat and body pain
Symptoms of an 18 year old male seem to be flu like: headache, sore throat, aching everywhere, feels light headed like he will pass out but doesn t, but the weird symptom is that he woke with a rash and redness on the first (largest) knuckles of each hand. He h... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Does he has recurrent sore throat? or Chest palpitations? His joints are painful and also has rash and all above symptoms goes towards a streptococcal infection. Or rheumatic fever/heart disease. Though you have not mentioned... | |
What causes faster heart rate after having food?
My girlfriend is experiencing an increased heart rate for a few moments around lunchtime and some general chest pain near her shoulder on the right side, which hurts to press hard on. She's also feeling some intermittent stabbing/numb pains in her right arm. She has Hae... | doesn't look like a heart pain as pressure increases right arm pain. Arm pain can occur due to bleeding occurring in muscle or joint. Palpitations can occur due to anemia. Get peripheral smear done followed by serum iron studies if needed to look for cause of anemia. factor 8 level should be checked once to know the... | |
Suppliments for extra energy in workouts and curb appetite
can i try oxyELITE pro, from GNC, while taking SSRI Celexa ? oxyELITE is used for extra energy during workouts and contains an appetite depressant. It lists Dimethylamylamine on the label as well as 100 mg caffine. if not, are their other suppliments to allow ... | Please don't try this... iwas on both and it gave me massive anxiety attack and insomnia and I havnt had those before or since.... do not try it. | |
Are there any side effects of medicine Olmatec along with crestor?
I m taking Olmatec 20 g for one year and since I m taking this drug along with crestor 10mg, my feet feel swelled up and it hurts when I put my foot on the floor in the morning and also my stomach feels hard and inflated why? I am male 45 yrs weight 19... | Hi,Suggestive of side effects of Crestor. There is no documented harmful interactions between these two medications when taken together. However based on the history given you seem to be suffering from the side effects of cholesterol lowering medication Crestor. I would advise you to consult your treating doctor to pre... | |
Is it safe for an elderly person to take Tramadol for knee pain?
Hi I am taking tramadol 50mg, I was taking 2 three x a day now I am taking 1 three times a day. My question is it safe for me , I have real bad pain in my knees and just my whole body. I am 72 years young, and have been told that I had chf. Right now tha... | Hello, Tramadol is a safe medication to take for the pain. I would recommend trying taking Acetaminophen. It is much safer. If it won't be effective, you can try Tramadol. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician | |
Is there a treatment to cover the over gap between teeth?
Hi, I ve got braces and have had them for quite some time now. My teeth are getting considerably straighter but my problem is I haven t been putting my elastics in evet since I ve got them and when I have it has only been max 3 days so I still have an overgap. ... | Hello,I suggest that you follow instructions provided by your orthodontist. The rubber bands are necessary to help tooth movement. noncompliance will extend the time needed to wear braces. Discuss your difficulty with wearing the rubber bands with your orthodontist. There may be an alternative such as a neck apparatus ... | |
Q. Can Yasmin birth control pill be used as an emergency contraceptive pill?
Hello doctor, My fiancee and I had unprotected sex a few days back, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Just to be on the safer side, we wanted to use the emergency contraceptive pill. But due to some restriction in the country where we live,... | Hi. How are you doing? Yes, as you have heard, Yasmin can be used as an emergency pill. Even if you have not ejaculated into her, she stands a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in contact with her genitals. As soon as ... | |
Q. I have erection problem only when I am with my partner. Please help.
Hello doctor,I am 26 years old and recently I have started having issues maintaining an erection. I have no issues on my own but once with my partner, I experience shortness of breath and it just does not stay up. Any help is greatly appreciated. | Hello. Relax and do not worry. Do you have an erection in sleep? Do you smoke? Do you have a family history of medical illness? Occasionally, erection problem may happen to everyone. In your case, I think it is because of performance anxiety as there is no problem when you are alone. So I think you need to just relax a... | |
Suggest remedy for cramps with back pain
ovulation? I am 25 years old, I have 3 kids. I am having lower back pain with mild cramps the past couple of days. Today it has gotten worse and I thought maybe I could be ovulating, but could ovulation feel like labor contractions? I have never had this happen before. | ovulation pain may simulate labour pain but not exactly like labour name, this is due to hormonal changes occurring with age , your body needs maintenance- do regular exercise, take multivitamins........... also get your haemoglobin level,take antispasmodics . | |
Is it safe to take advent for pneumonia?
my mother is 50 years old having weight 50 kg got Nimoniya... and doctors advised her tablet advent 625mg three times a day.... isn"t this overdose for her as she felt restless, headache and did vomiting also after taking medicine thrice a day .... but if she take twice a day..... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Advent is having combination of amoxicillin and clavulinic acid. Ideal dose is 625 mg three times a day.So better to take it thrice daily. Twice daily dose is insufficient and hence chances if partial or incomplete recovery are more. So bette... | |
How to treat the pain and burning sensation in tailbone?
age 30, weight 134lbs, height 5'8". Gender, female.I have pain in my tailbone (as if I fell) and burning sensation in my lower leg. I had a UTI, which has since cleared up and I was on Norfloxocin for it. UTI symptoms are gone, but there is still some burning do... | Hello,Avoid Sitting Postures for longer durations, for whatever shorter duration you want to sit take proper soft cushion to avoid Pressure on your spine against the seating surface.Take Good Analgesic like Diclofenac and Calcium pills. Maintain proper hygiene of the body especially the Genital areas, you will be alrig... | |
Suggest treatment for severe pain under the ribcage
I have pain, discomfort under my left ribs and side, I have to go to the toilet shortly after eating. My stools are lose and float. I ve had this problem for quite sometime and went to the doctors last year but couldn t find a problem. Am I being paranoid? Many thank... | Hi,Thanks for your query.Firstly the pain under the left side of the rib cage may be due to Gastritis(Inflammation of the stomach). I advise would be to avoid spicy and greasy food. Prescribe proton pump inhibitors like omeprazole. A gastroscopy will help in the diagnosis.Secondly it may be due to pancreatitis(Inflam... | |
What causes lumps on the head?
I just found three walnut sized lumps on my sons right side of his head. They itch and there seems to be no bite or scab just lumps. He just recently got over hfam but the bumps are concerning me. One is right above right ear and just continue up equaling three lumps. I m really concerne... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. He may have lymphnode enlargement, lipoma or some skin adenexal tumor. You should go for biopsy of that lump. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt the... | |
What could be the reason for having bump close to left canine which is filled with pus?
For a few months Ive had a boil/bump close to my left cainine. Now it is filled with pus and a second smaller one has appeared. It is occasionally tender, not much comes out and it seems to vary in size from day to day. I have had ... | Hi,Thanks for asking the query,It is due to presence of infection in the tooth that had drained the abscess in the surrounding tissue leading to formation of bump.A thorough examination by the Dentist is required also an IOPA radiograph.Drainage of abscess is required.Take a course of antibiotics and analgesics.At home... | |
Is it safe to take supplements like niacin,fish oil and magnesium to lower the blood pressure?
I am 55 yo woman - have not exercised for a few years after a foot injury - BP ranges from 145 over 80 to 139 over 72 - I get a really high rate at doctors office 175 over 90 as I hate the blood pressure cuff and the way it ... | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!I understand your concern and would explain that the episodes of high blood pressure during doctor appointments are related to anxiety, also called White Coat Syndrome. These episodes are not harmful and do not need any treatment. Regarding your blood pressure values, durin... | |
Hi my name is Leisa, i am 39yrs old. I have had blood coming from my bottom for around 2-3 mth after i do a poo. I thought it may be heamoroids as i have had them once before. Recently the blood has become heavier and its smelly when i go aswel (more than usual) I also have noticed like a mucas or something around the ... | Hi well come to HCM. Since you are having mucus and blood both there are all the chances of you being suffering from ulcerative colitis and could be confirmed by colono scopy, May be dysentry even which can give similar picture but is usually associated with lt sided lower abdominal pain and colick and fever at times. ... | |
Is it ok to start medications before beginning of pneumonia?
I am 13 wks pregnant. I have had pneumonia 2 times over the last 3 years and am familiar with the symptoms. I currently am very week, and have a tickle in my chest that makes me want to cough once or twice a day. When I cough hard I can taste the congesti... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Since you are pregnant, it is advisable not to take antibiotics by your own because majority of antibiotics are contraindicated in pregnancy as they can harm your developing baby. So don't take any drug especially antibiotics without consultin... | |
Could brown pigmentation under nail indicate kidney problem?
index finger is brown just under nail and on the sides. I am seeing a doctor, but he is running kidney tests. Doesn't seemed too concerned about discoloration. I'm a worrier and naturally I feel this is a sign of something bad. I have had kidney disease ... | Hi,Thanks for asking.Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. Brown pigmentation under nail would indicate old injury with absorbing blood. If all nails were involved, systemic disease like kidney cause could be possible. 2. As you have a history of kidney disease in young, the doctor is running kidney tests to... | |
Suggest remedy for getting pregnant
Hi. My husband (29) and I (28) are trying to conceive our first child. I am on Clomid to help me ovulate (second round). I am 11 days post ovulation on a 38 day cycle and not due for my period until Friday 13th. Are there any particular pregnancy symptoms that I need to look out for... | Hello,You should do follicular study after taking Clomiphene to know the exact time of ovulation and keep the relationship around it and IUI, if possible, for early results. Next month do serum TSH and serum prolactin if you don't conceive.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards... | |
Suggest remedy for pain in calf muscles
We just came back from a 11 day car trip. Previously had DVT after a surgery over 10 years ago. Started having pain in calf at 11am today while in the car. Have been in Colorado skiing for a few days. Should I be concerned today, or should I wait to see if I have any other sympt... | Hi.It would be best to visit any doctor in the region who can conduct a doppler, and help rule out any potential causes for concern. but in the meantime make sure you exercise your legs (by flexing and extending your feet while seated at least once every 30 minutes).Best wishes. | |
What causes swelling and lump at the dog bite site?
i was biten by my dog last monday, 7 days ago, and saw the doctor and was given antibiotics, and had a steri-strip on, however lately it's been been oozing with pus, and today we've noticed that there is a lump underneath the cut, what could this mean? | Hi.The lump can be a close-abscess with antibioma around .I would advise a change of an antibiotic, exploration of the wound, What about anti-rabies injections and Tetanus toxoid? | |
How can a pain and itching plus white compound on penis be cured?
Hi Sir, Iam getting littile pain + itching like sensation from py penis. today when i carfully observed there is some white compound in the tip of my penis and fore skin also. what is the cause for this problem and how it will be cured. Which doctor i h... | Hi,It seems that there might be having prosthatitis giving this problem.Due to collection of smegma and not doing cleaning of local part will give rise this infection.Make a habit of daily cleaning smegma collecting under foreskin while taking shower.Apply antibiotic cream locally.Ok and take care. | |
Can pain after having wisdom tooth extracted suggest nerve damage?
I had my impacted wisdom tooth extracted two weeks ago tomorrow. The "hole" is healing slowly but doesn't hurt anymore. The tooth beside the extraction site is the problem. It is very painful and the gum around it is very red. I also can feel my heartb... | Thanks for your query. I have gone through your query.The pain in the adjacent tooth might be because of the exposure of its root surface during bone cutting. The pain can also be because of any sharp bony margins left out following extraction. The redness in the gums is because of the inflammation secondary to food lo... | |
Are severe back pain, nausea and bursitis associated with ITP?
I am having severe pain in my left mid back. Also pain into left upper quadrant abdomen. Nausea, no vomiting. No diarrhea. Diagnosed with bursitis in right shoulder last Thursday. Steroid injection given. Also trying to wean off effexor. Taking 30 mg daily... | Hello, The back pain and bursitis that you have is not likely to be related to ITP. In addition to the steroid injection, oral muscle relaxants and regular physiotherapy will help in decreasing pain. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal, Orthopaedic Surgeo... | |
What do these fasting blood sugar levels during pregnancy indicate?
Hi I am 18 weeks pregnanat. My gtt reading is 152.I am taking glycomet S 500 half after breakfast.My sugar levels were controlled but since last 2 or 3 days they are bit high. Fasting is Post lunch 122 Post Dinner 142. Is there any sign of worry. | Hello,I have gone through your query and understood the concern. The cause of the recent rise in the blood glucose levels should be determined. Variation in the diet, stress, infection and also the increasing demand that occurs during the mid-trimester should be excluded. If needed, the dosage of the medication may be ... | |
Can white things seen in urine be the kidney stone passing?
I just had a kidney stone surgery but was left an stent inside until today, am having lots of pain and now am seeing white things in my urine, could that be particles of the stone? I know i had a 7 mm stone and was blasted, how do i know am passing stone? | Yes, your concern is very true.In my hospital, after lithotrity i.e. stone blasting , I always ask my patients to collect urine in a container & send it for stone analysis.Also, to all my patients who want advise to prevent stone formation in future, I advise to do metabolic work-up & 24 hours urine analysis.You can di... | |
Suffering from severe mood problems and want to quit masturbation
SIR I HAVE BEEN SUFFERING FROM SEVERE MOOD PROBLEM. I COULD NOT. STAY IN ONE PLACE MORE THAN 15 DAYS. I ALWAYS LIKE TO ROAM.I WAS ON CIPRALEX 10MG FOR 1MONTH.BUT. I DNT WANT TO TAKE THESE MEDICINES ANY MORE. I ALWAYS FEEL PRESSURE IN MY NERVES.PLEASE SU... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. Please understand, masturbation is harmless and healthy. In your teenage, you can masturbate upto twice a day without any health problems. After the age of 20, you can masturbate once per day and the frequency reduces when you grow older and as you have other ... | |
What should be done to remove the red brown patches of dead skin on scrotum?
Sir, I am facing a problem on my scrotum. Red-brown patches of dead skin are being formed on it. I am unable to remove them with a body scruber as it pains while doing so. What steps can I take to remove those patches? Waited for a... | Hi,From history it seems that you might be having dermatitis or fungal infection giving rise this problem.Apply triple acting cream and Vaseline on scrotum.Use glycerine soap for cleaning scrotum.Avoid synthetic inner wear.Ok and take care. | |
How to treat erectile dysfunction?
good eve. dr. dr. my brother is suffering from E.D. CONSULTED DR.PRAKASH KOTHARY- SEXO , DR. VIJAY KULKARNI -ANDRO & FEW PSYCHIATRICS ALSO BUT NO RESULT TILL DATETRIED SIDENAFIL & TADALAFIL TAB. & ALSO USE PAPRAVINE INJ. ALSO BUT NO USE DONT KNOW WHAT TO DO NOW TO SAVE MARRIAGE PLS. ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Even after trying all the standard treatment for erectile dysfuction the patient does not improve then the last resort would be penile implant. I would advise you to discuss the option of penile implant with your urologist/an... | |
Lower back pain, stiffness and pain while bending, physiotherapy didn't give much relief. Solution ?
hi Doctor, i am having a lower back pain . In morning i experience stiffness and while bending it pains. Also while turning in bed it is discomfort and pains. Its not like i cannot bend or cannot do work but it pains w... | hello you need to mention your age sex job to diagnose. do you have any xray for this complaint? ayurvedic mediacation is time proven for such complaints so use that. Since BACKACHE is a condition caused due to vata vitiation,any food that can aggravate the vata further must not be taken.Sour and fried foods must be to... | |
What is granulomatous disease?
I am a soldier and just received an e-mail from a health care provider who conducted a chest x-ray on me during my deployment to Iraq. I have been given the runaround all day by my health care providers and only want some clarification on what my condition may be. My doctor told me tha... | Hello dearWarm welcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query in details .* This indicates past lung infection either in form of bronchitis , pneumonia , tuberculosis or others .* Granulomatous disease is inherited primary immunodeficiency disease which increases body`s suscept... | |
What causes rashes and itching on knee after surgery?
Hi I had knee replacement surgery on October 25th. Since then off and on, I have had itchy skin primarily on the affected leg, but to some degree, on the other leg. No real rash, but if I scratch it, it lumps up like hives. This almost always happens at night. ... | Hi, I think you might be suffering from dermatographism. Dermatographism could be due to a variety of causes which is a type of urticaria. You could take antihistamine empirically. But, I highly recommend you to consult your operating surgeon and he may refer you to a dermatologist, if necessary. Hope I have answered y... | |
Frequent urination, difficulty while having intercourse. What is the cause?
Hi! I`m 24 years old, think have sick prostate , just wont to know what doctor think. The symptoms i make a pi often, like readly after take a drink, can`t and don`t want sex with me girlfriend, before i didn`t have sex about 3 month, after du... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your description. I suggest you not to worry much. Why are you worried about prostrate gland? Do you know anything about it? Have you any experience about it? If you are in doubt, please do consult a physician. Do not have self diagnosis and self medication. Seldf diagnosis... | |
What does reversal of normal cervical lordosis mean?
ACDF hardware with associated screws are seen from C4 through C7. There is reversal of the normal cervical lordosis. The bone marrow signal is homogenous. C2-C3: No stenosis C3-C4: Right paracentral protrusion of the disc osteophyte complex effacing the thecal sac C... | Hi there , welcome to HCM, thanks for your question.By convention we doctors use several technical terms to describe the alignment of the spine.Lordsis is one such term.When seen from the side our spine has 4 curves.In the neck and the lower tummy area the spine is curved backwards,such a backward curve is known as L... | |
Head cold, cough, sore spot on nose, swollen bump under skin, swollen sinus. Infection?
I just recently had a head cold, i now have a cough that is producing mucus and sounds raspy and issues with my nose . I am no stranger to this because i suffer from allergies throughout the year. My concern is that while washing m... | Hi, Thanks for query. It seems that you might be having upper respiratory tract infection with Sinusitis. The bump you see might be due to infection in the nostril due to irritation and congestion in the nostril. Consult you doctor and go for antibiotic medicine under his guidance. Ok and bye. | |
What course of treatment should be done for abdominal pain and constipation?
Hi I am having abdominal pain from my right side around to my back. this has been going on for about five days. I thought it might be constipation because I hadnt gone in several days. So I bought some Dulcolax I have been going some. I also ... | Hello, As per my surgical experience, the pain is related to possible gravels or calculation in the kidney or ureter; constipation may be in relation with intestine motility-related or else. Though there is relief with plenty of liquids, it has turned back, which narrate the need for an ultrasound of the abdomen & pelv... | |
Q. How do symptoms like abdominal pain, fullness, nausea, and weight loss related to ovarian cancer?
Hello doctor, I have abdominal pain, fullness, nausea, weight loss, leg edema. I would like a second opinion and another interpretation of my scans, please. In February, I started having bad abdominal fullness, nausea,... | Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you very much for providing detailed history and uploading all the blood tests (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Blood tests give us many clues. You definitely have less red blood cells than expected but also you have low white blood cell count. That definitely makes m... | |
What is the pain and numbness in shin along with chronic back pain?
I have numbness and occasional severe blinding pain below my knee on the shin. There is also leg cramping and spasams where my left leg just moves. The final thing is that I am getting permenent dark spoots almost like bruises on my leg. I have been t... | Thanks for the question. Do get blood tests for complete blood count, platlets, ESR etc, serum calcium and phosphorous levels.Take tramadol 100mg BD for 3-5 days,and neurobion forte OD, shellcal 500 mg BD and Evion 400mg OD for 3 weeks.Consult with the blood reports again. Do massage of leg and shin with voveran gel | |
Could pain in knee be caused by strain of the vastus medialis or sprain of medial collateral ligament?
I have a history of trauma to the knee. A physician diagnosed me as having sprained my medial colateral ligament and a 1st degree medial meniscus tear. The physical therapist disagreed and said it was a only a str... | Hi. My opinion is that a vastus medialis strain would have healed with physical therapy, but a meniscal injury can cause persistent pain or discomfort. An MRI will give a definite diagnosis. Meniscal tears do not heal easily and you may need an arthroscopy to clean it. I advise a visit to an Orthopaedic surgeon. Hope t... | |
Suggest treatment for dry and discolored patches around pubic area
Hello there, For the last few months, I have been noticing some discolored patches around my bikini and pubic area. The multiple patches are only a little darker and browner than my normal skin, and every once in awhile they get very dry but not itchy.... | Hello, I can understand your concern for dry discolored patches around your bikini and pubic area.After analyzing your query I can make out that you have “Fungal infection” of the area causing discolored patches around my bikini and pubic area. These are common type of infections due to fungus which more commonly affec... | |
What causes back pain after getting hit on the kidney area?
I got hit really hard last night by an adult male with an elbow to my kidney while playing soccer. I had the wind knocked out of me and some difficulty breathing for a while. My back is throbbing where I was hit and occassionally I get a shooting pain or spas... | Hello, I suggest you to take an appointment with your doctor to make urine test, abdominal ultrasound and X-ray. It is possible to be a kidney contusion or and damage of rib bones. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Blerina Pasho, General & Family Physician | |
Is lisinopril recommended for high BP in an overweight individual?
I need to know if a blood pressure of 116/44 Pulse: 65 is OK. I am overweight [20 lbs], 64 years old, diabetic, and on tricor, crestor, lisinopril and hydrochlorithiazide. I have recently lost 15 lbs, and have been dieting and exercising 1/2 hour daily... | Hi,I understand your concern and would explain that your actual diastolic blood pressure value is a little low. Do you have any symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, lightheadedness? If such is the case, I would recommend reducing the doses of lisinopril or hydrochlorothiazide, or even stop one of these drugs. As you have ... | |
Q. My mom has pain in the bones and lower back and gets bouts of imbalance. What is the reason?
Hello doctor, I want a consult for my mother. She is 60 years old and complaining of pain in the bones and back specifically lower back and feeling the presence of bone air as if it breaks. She also feels bouts of imbalance... | Hello. Firstly, regarding her back pain, it is probably a spinal problem. Backache may be simply muscular, but considering her age, I would keep spinal cause as a first possibility. In spinal causes, it is probably related to compression of nerves, which would cause pain and may sometimes lead pain traveling into one o... | |
Q. My doctor was unable to explain the cause of my concern. Please help.
Hi doctor, I am 28 years old. I was diagnosed as type 1 diabetic at age 25. I am used to smoke, but I quit when I was diagnosed. Recently, after a stressful situation I fell off the wagon for the first time since I was diagnosed and bought a pack... | Hi. Most likely, it is not something to be alarmed about. Unexplained visual phenomena. Follow up appointment in six weeks. Stop smoking and manage diabetes. For further information consult an eye care ophthalmologist online.---> | |
Suggest treatment for welts on shoulder
I was getting dressed and noticed two welts side by side on my shoulder. They were parallel and 1-2 inches long and 1/4 an inch thick at about a 1/2 inch apart. I ran my fingers across them And they faded and I ve been getting tingling sensations all over since. I m freakin ou | Hi,Good Evening.This is Dr.Savaskar from India,attending your query to my HCM virtual Clinic.-I studied your query in-depth and Understood your concerns.-You suffer from mostly-Urticaria.-Treatment advised -a-Tb antihistaminicsb-Tb Steroidsc-Ice compresses-would reduce the 2 red lumps on shoulder.Hope this would help y... | |
Suggest alternative for Clingen forte?
Hi, my doctor prescribe to use 4pkt of clingen forte caps 2pkt this month before menstruction period and other one after mens period for 3 months. I get only one pkt on phamacy which I m using I have try to look for another pkt without any success. Is thre any medication I can us... | Hello,You may use clima forte pessary for infection. If you developed any allergy means you may consult with your treating doctor he will examine and treat you with alternative medication.Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Int... | |
What to do when crown comes off the front tooth?
My top right front tooth has a crown on it. It came out completely and I had a root canal on it. That lasted for 7 months. Now half of the crown cracked off - split down the middle. Went to the dentist and he repaired it and it lasted for 24 hrs. Now it has come of... | Hello, Welcome Thanks for consulting HCM, I have gone through your query, as you have crowned tooth in front region , dont worry you is go to dentist and go for recementation of crown , or go for placement of new crown . You avoid eating from front tooth atleast for few days . Hope this will help you. | |
Suggest medicine for fever in children
my child is four years old his CRP was 8.0 positive TLC 10800 HB 11.3 in April dated.his fever was 106 degree.his fever was controlled by antibiotic leriago accutaz 1000mg ampicilin etc.after 14 days he recovered.now he is again suffer by fever 102 degree.what i do now | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic.Fever of few days without any localizing signs could as well a viral illness. Usually rather than fever, what is more important is the activity of the child, in between 2 fever episodes on the same day. If the kid is active and playing around when there is no fever, it... | |
What are the symptoms of low platelet count?
Last three years I’m facing the problem of low ‘Platelet’ count. When I take steroid ‘ Omnacortil 40 mg --- 20 mg ---10 mg – 5 mg through doctor for four months then ‘Platelet’ count increases to 1.2 to 1.4 & as it is for six months. After six months it starts to going down... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.You may have immune thombocytopenic purpura(ITP). In ITP your body produces antibodies against your own platelets and causing destruction of platelets. Steroid or immunosupressent drugs are helpful. You should go for bone marrow examination to con... | |
Lower abdominal pain, bleeding after intercourse. Have Polycystic ovaries. Done pap test. Do I need HPV test?
hi my name is cheryl and i am 30 yrs old n just found out today that i have polycystic ovaries. my question is should i get an hpv test or is that test done at the time of your pap. i have been getting lower a... | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. Let me explain that ,what happens in PCOD cases ( Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome or pcos).There develops , 1 Dysfunctional uterine bleeding or irregular bleeding or scanty bleeding or amennorrhea .2 Hormonal changes . 3 L H /FST alteration.4 atretric changes in ovarian follicl... | |
What could sharp burning pain in chest with nausea suggest?
I went to the ER last night bc I was having a Sharp pain and a burning sensation in the mid chest area and back I was also nauseous and weak and very dizzy... when my results came in they said I had an inflamed liver, pancreatitis, and urinary tract infection... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.Inflammed liver (hepatitis) and pancreatitis are almost always from secondary septicemia.Since you are having urinary tract infection (UTI), this caused release of inflammatory mediators in blood which is causing hepatitis and pancreatitis.Pancr... | |
Lump behind lower right leg, dark purple in colour. Symptom of cancer?
hi iam 26 years old male i have a small lump on the back of my lower rite leg had it over 3 months been drs said it was nothing but i did not make much of the dr the lump is about 1/2 centermeter and is round and is v dark like a perple clouer in t... | Hi As the lesion is very small,nothing to worry. If it is growing rapidly,changing its colour/surface,becoming fixed ,painful then it is of concern. If you have any doubt,Consult your surgeon.Get it removed and send the removed swelling for Biopsy(Histo pathological examination). Based on the biopsy report,your further... | |
Stopped birth control, feeling nauseas, bloated and pink spotting. Could I be pregnant?
TTC, I stopped taking birth control , I was supposed to start my new pack on november 25, but didnt, now the last three days I have been nauseous, bloated, and this morning I had pink spotting. Im supposed to get my period between ... | Hello Good Evening,This might be either implantation bleeding or pill side effect bleeding:Implantation bleeding – a very early sign of pregnancy – occurs when the fertilized egg attaches to the uterine lining. During implantation, the fertilized egg (called a blastocyst at this stage of development) burrows and embeds... | |
Q. Can Yasmin birth control pill be used as an emergency contraceptive pill?
Hello doctor, My fiancee and I had unprotected sex a few days back, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Just to be on the safer side, we wanted to use the emergency contraceptive pill. But due to some restriction in the country where we live,... | Hi. How are you doing? Yes, as you have heard, Yasmin can be used as an emergency pill. Even if you have not ejaculated into her, she stands a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in contact with her genitals. As soon as ... | |
Suggest alternate medication for pain other than Diclofenac Sodium.
Dear Dr.Venkatachalam: My wife is taken Diclomax 50 (Diclofenac Sodium BP 5mg) for years for killing the pain of ankylosing spondylitis and Hip & Joint bone problem. Now she is getting Sediment in her kidney. what is the reasons and other pain killer ... | hilong term painkillers & nsaids can cause chronic kidney diseases with alteration in the urea ,creatinine, electrolyte levels which are really dangerousplease stop diclofenacyou can start her on tab tramadol which has very mild opiod effect but very safe on the kidneys.pregablin & gabapentin in lower doses are als... | |
Prescribed with lustral and OCD. Experienced seizure. Can I take lustral?
My son had been prescribed lustral 50 mg for his depression and OCD. He is also an alcoholic and during his last detox he had 2 grand mals. He has been on citalopran for the last 4 years but his GP felt a change would be better for him. I hav... | hi lustral side effect are Central nervous system: Dizziness, fatigue, headache, insomnia, somnolence what your son had alcohol withdrawal seizures which are very common in first 24-48 hrs lustral is not the culprit for his fits take care | |
What are the chances of brain damage?
When my granddaughter was born she went twelve minutes without breathing. Is it possible she doesn t have any brain damage. They put her in a cool cap for three days. Her eeg and mri were good but my wife is freaking out that she is going to have damage. | HelloThanks for your kind question.Well there might have been a chance of anoxic ischaemic damage,especially since you mentioned twelve minutes,thats a long time and can cause significant damage,but since MRI and eeg were normal,That seems to be good news.But however a through examination by a neurologist would be grea... | |
71 years old, MRI showed split cord abnormality. Physiotherapy helpful?
I am a 71 year old female. Today I saw a Neurologist at the University of Washington in Seattle. My MRI showed split cord abnormality. I went to see this Doctor because I m in alot of pain and I hate to increase my pain medications . He said I sho... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.I agree with your doctor. Split cord abnormality (diastematomyelia) is generally a congenital condition, and presents with symptoms in early childhood. So, if you have remained almost asymptomatic till now, surgery may not be needed (not considering the risks involved in a spinal cor... | |
What causes insomnia along with dizziness and chest pain while on Loxapine?
Yes my husbands sleep pattern has not been good for about 2 months. he is on mental meds tradasone.loxapine,colosapane,and beneadryl and he still is not sleeping. he has chrons disease and irratible bowel syndrome. he has lost 11lbs within a y... | Trazodone and loxapine don't produce insomnia. You can talk to your Psychiatrist for your problems.Some of the problems are related to Physical Problems so joined consultation of Psychiatrist and gastro physician would be of great help. | |
Suggest treatment for heaviness in chest with swollen glands
last night after dinner I noticed my glands started to swell in my neck and become uncomfortable. I thought it was just a sore throat until the pain started to spread across my face. Meanwhile I was getting stabbing pains down my sides, fine I usually experi... | Hello dearWarm welcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query thoroughly .* This is in relation with infection of salivary glands with secondary cervical lymph node enlargements .* Needs thorough clinical examination , necessary tests of laboratory , x-ray chest and ultrasound neck for clin... | |
Q. Shall I take injectable vitamin B12 to improve my fatigue symptoms?
Hi doctor, I have been diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome. I am taking 3 g of Valtrex a day, increased from 2 g before four months. Until a month ago, my CFS seemed to be improved. Then last month, I had a major setback with the return of symp... | Hi, Welcome back to icliniq.com. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows: For further information consult a hematologist online --> | |
Got operated for tb node in chest. Feeling slight pain in abdomen. Chances of mittelschmerz?
Hi, I am Sarita from Mumbai, In the month of March 2011 I had a tb node in my chest & got operated. I was continuing my medications for 2 months & left . I started it again & it almost 6 months completed till now. Now I am fee... | Hi Indirakonar, As you told that you have been operated for the TB node in the chest and after taking medication for 2 months you left it and again completed the course for 6 months. From this I understand that this is TB of lymphe nodes and not the lung and you have to surgically remove the node also. It is common tha... | |
Can i take 'folinext' while trying to get pregnant?
hi doctor, i'm 26year old and trying to conceive since last 4-5 months but unable to conceive till now, my friend suggested me to take 1tablet a day of folinext (otsira).i've started taking it since a week..but wanted to know whether its safe to take it without any d... | Hi , How are you doing ?Folinext is Folic acid a vitamin B. You usually get this vitamin from food. But it is prescribed for pregnant women & those trying for it. It has no side effect. But by just having this tab you will not get pregnant. Keep having this medicine as you never know when you get pregnant & take it til... | |
When will side effects of radiation leading to pain in right pectoralis major get over?
Hi, I am diagnosed with pectoralis major myositis after radiation therapy of right breast.I had breast cancer stage 2 ,passed all treatments : chemo 6 cycles, lumpectomy with axillary lymph node removal and following 36 radiation ... | Hi and welcome to HCM, thanks for the query.It is hard to predict,it can take from several months till several years and sometimes permanent smyptoms can be expericened. YOu should find the painkiller which is most efficient and have physical therapy to relieve pain.Wish you good health.Regards | |
Does Twinrix vaccine cause any harm if not shaken before use?
Yes, I was given the Twinrix vaccine in does of three injections over a time period. I recall that the nurse who administered my injections forgot to shake it until it turned opaque as directed. Will that have any ill effect or be harmful to me since it is ... | Hello,I understand your concern.I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious diseases specialist, answering your query.In my opinion you should not worry.It never causes harm. Not Shaking the bottle never harms you.Vaccine is for the protection purpose. So if someone won't shake it, its effect are lowered but it never harm you.You c... | |
What causes pain and burning in chest?
my chest hurts and has been hurting for the last 6-8 months i went to the docs but they told me many different things n i dont thing its anything they told me my pain is sharp and it lasts most of the day when i breath in it hurts when i move a certain way it hurts when i go outs... | Thanks for your question on HCM. As a rule in chest pain, we need to rule out cardiac cause first. So get done ecg. If ecg is normal then no need to worry for cardiac cause. Stress induced GERD appears more in your case. It is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to... | |
What causes a hole in the tooth?
Hello since Sunday I been having a spin on the bottomBack left gum I look and seems it is overlapping my tooth not so bad now as it was but the it a hole when I push the gum and it really hurts info have an appoint for tomorrow but any suggestions to what it could be???? | Thank you for your query.As I can understand, this pain may be due to inflammation of the gums over the impacted third molar on the left side or may be due to carious exposed third molar of the same side.You have to undergo Clinical examination and an OPG X ray to ascertain the cause of the pain, after that the treatme... | |
What is causing the swell and blister looking sore in my daughter s mouth?
My 6 yr old daughter had a filling put in a bottom back molar yesterday - her first filling. Today, her bottom lip on same side is swollen and has a whiteish blister looking sore with a line extending out of her mouth resembling a burn line. I ... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The swelling and blister could be because of the burn or trauma caused by the aerotar (heat produced during cavity cutting). You can use a topical anesthetic and analgesic like anabel gel 3-4times daily for 5days. The other cause of swelling could be gum or tooth in... | |
What causes lower back pain with normal urine test?
Hi there! I have a lower back pain and pulling in my bladder. I believe its a UTI but no results yet just a dipstick test (leukocyte 2+). Have a UTI almost every month for 15 months (no UTI in the culture only blood or leukocytes actually)... Having an MRI with contr... | Dear patient Recurrent uti may affect your kidney and may lead to glomerulonephritis. Sensitivity of ultrasound depends on experience and may not pick up renal pathology. Before going for contrast your serum urea and creatinine must be done and allergy to contrast dye must be ruled out. If serum urea and creati... | |
Why are periods coming early after using birth control pills?
I started taking birth control this january and it was working great, but then in june my period started about a week early. So i called the nurse i was getting birth control from and she changed it. It was working well until about a month ago and then my p... | hi thanks for writing to usare you taking pills properly?are you taking other medications which you are taking like any antiepileptic drugs,some antibiotics may interfere with absorption of birth control pillsif there is intermittent bleeding then vaginal infection needs to be ruled outhope this information was useful |
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