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What is the treatment for the Partial collapse of D12 and Indentation over Nerve roots?
SIR MY MRI REPORT IS PARTIAL COLLAPSEOF D12 IS SEEN HAVING IRREGULAR SUPERIOR END PLATE WITH RITEROPULSION OF FRACTURED FRAGMENT CAUSING CANAL STENOSIS 9MM COMPRESSION OF THECAL SAC&CORD PARENCHYMA MILD ENCROACHMENT OFB/L NEURAL FO... | Hi, Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you.This condition needs decompression and Posterior Stabilization Please consult your Neurosurgeon at the earliestHope you found the answer helpfu... | |
Black spots on face. Treatment without side effects?
hello doctor this is selvi here,iam 26 year old unmarried girl, iused melacare before 1 year and i stopped it and my face become dark and the doctor suggested me that melacare should not be used and gave so many cream but useless and it nothing done to my black mark... | Hi Selvi, There could be number of disorders which manifest as Dark black marks or hyperpigmentation on face and the treatmnet definitely depends on the underlying cause. So the treatment can only be prescribed after analysing your face. However in general for facial pigmentation, the preventive measures that you shou... | |
Lymph node, night sweats, itching, swelling under armpit. Blood report, X-ray, blood work, normal. Help?
Had a small neck lymph node pop up during a course of antibiotics late July for what dr thought was a sinus infection, went back and put me on another round of antibiotics and started having night sweats so went ba... | Hi, you are having swelling of lymph nodes, at different places, with out any source , so the diagnosis could be possible only by doing biopsy. So i advise you to consult a general surgeon for diagnosis and treatment. I to my patient with such symptoms prescribe ofloxaci... | |
Q. I have itchy rashes all over the body and experiencing stiffness in the morning. Why?
Hello doctor, I have a daily clock like work since four years. I finished remodeling a manufactured home and college working full time. Every night starting around 9 pm I start to get stiff and then it slowly worsens by 11 pm. I c... | Hello. I have gone through your pictures. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The rashes do look like urticarial. It may be induced by environmental changes or it may be due to some other problem coming up. But, they do happen due to some form of inflammation going on. The pattern of your pain is a bit u... | |
Suggest remedy for recurrent sharp pain in the outer ear
My daughter is having intermittent, a couple of minutes, of stabbing outer ear pain, around the cartilage, does not go down her neck, no paini nside her ear, no headache, slightly red, slightly swollen, warm to touch. No ear piercings or trauma. Started hurting ... | Hi,Welcome to HCM.I understand your concern regarding your daughter, but unfortunately, any inflammation in outer ear is extremely painful as the skin over the external ear is stretched tight and any kind of inflammation will cause lots of pain. I suggest you avoid touching the inflamed ear frequently, get a prescripti... | |
Q. I was just informed that I have a personality disorder NOS. What does it mean?
Hello doctor, I am feeling extremely distressed, as I have just discovered through my physician, that in the past I have been given two diagnoses and not been told about one of them. One is bipolar disorder, which I am aware of, but the ... | Hello. In my opinion, do not get distressed by a diagnosis which you were unaware of till now, as an improvement in your symptoms is the most important. What matters is that, with treatment, were your symptoms under control. The categorical diagnosis should not affect you otherwise. Speaking about personality disorder ... | |
Suggest remedy for getting pregnant
hi, I am a young lady of 25 years. I am trying to fall pregnant. I have stoped taking my Triphasil (birth Control Pill) for 7 days now. I have been on the pill for 11 years. After leaving the pill i started to mensruate. The bleeding has subsided however, i still have a very jelly l... | Hello,Thanks for writing to us. I have gone through your query and would like to offer my opinion. Natural ovulation usually resumes in a couple of months after stopping hormone contraception. Since you are quite young, you need not go for assisted methods now itself. Just continue with healthy lifestyle and prenatal v... | |
Suggest treatment for vomiting and loose stools in kid
I have a two year old daughter that began vomiting on Saturday night and although she is now no longer vomiting and has only had a couple of loose stools, over the last couple of days when changing her nappy she has had a light brown discharge in the front of her ... | Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. For vomiting give her an over the counter antiemetic (other than primperane as its contraindicated in children). For loose stool give an anti diarrheal drug and oral rehydration solution 5 tea spoons with each diarrheal moti... | |
Can Streptoquin be taken if allergic to Penicillin?
We are off to Egypt and I believe we can get streptoquin there for tummy upset. Are you able to take this medicine if you are allergic to penicillin. Ia there any other recommendations you could suggest to help avoid the tummy bug. Thank you Judithannryan@ me com | Hello, Streptoquin isn't the same drug class with penicillin so there is no reason to be allergic from it. To reduce stomach bug I suggest you to eat crackers bananas, soups, steamy vegetables, drink fluids to stay hydrated and rest. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr... | |
Suggest treatment for fever in a 18 months old child
Hello, I have a 18 month old that started being really irritable last night and chewing on her blanket. Today, she is sticking her tongue out constantly and it looks swollen and she has had a fever of 101.7. Is this common with teething or could it be something else... | Hello. I just read through your question.Though teething can cause irritability and fever, fever over 101 is a bit higher than expected. This could be a harmless viral illness in addition to teething. If the fever doesn't resolve in 2-3 days, I recommend consulting with your doctor. In the meantime, you can treat with ... | |
High BP, edema, swollen legs, liver and kidneys poked and prodded. Any ideas?
I have very high blood pressure, extrememe odema - distended stomach and swollen legs, I cannot seem to keep my electrolytes balanced, so I get terrble mucle cramps unless I take a lot of electrolyte salts (like nuuns).i have had my liver an... | Hi,From your history it seems that you require evaluation of your case.Consult physician and get examined.He may go for,1,Liver function tests,2, kidney function test3, EKG,4, Blood electrolytes.After all reports he will come on diagnosis and treatment accordingly.Ok and take care. | |
Suggest remedies for occasional pain in the mid chest
Dear Sir,some time i have feel samll intensity pain in middle chest(at centre).and this pain goes when i drink some water.but exact reason is not known, and nothing come in X ray also.I will be thankfull if you proide some suggestion.Thanks SCP | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Your chest pain is central in position and subside by drinking water, so possibility of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more in your case. GERD is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach t... | |
Suggest treatments for anemia
respected sir i am looking for the treatment for anemia cause i have a habit of masturbation due to over performing it i gets very weak i am doing this since 10years of age now i am 27 years old could not able to do thing just normal person do thats why i am finding a right doctorwho know... | Hi,Thanks for asking.Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. Need hemoglobin levels and complete hemogram to identify specific deficiency.2. If MCV is high, possible vit B12 deficiency.3. Low MCV would suggest iron deficiency. Correction of hemoglobin to at least 15g% is necessary. Followup with reticulocyte c... | |
Suggest treatment for fever in baby
Hi, my 6 1/2 month son had a fever and 1 convulsion on 24 august. He was immediately put on frisium 1/2 tablet once in d night and then after 12 hours d other half. We had given his urine and blood for testing and it showed that he had a urine infection. The doctor prescribed 4 ml o... | Hiwelcome to HealthCareMagicFirst coming to last question , by description provided it seems to be a case of Acute respiratory infection with wheeze with Febrile seizure with possible Urinary tract infection , but difficult to comment without examination and detailed history like duration of seizure, type of seizure, w... | |
Is pain in the hip common in a person suffering from scoliosis?
I m a 19 yr old female and lately I ve experiencing terrible pain in my right hip. I have scoliosis so I thought it was just from that. But it will not go away. Its in between the joint of my hip pelvis top thigh area. i feel tingling aching and pinching.... | Hello, The back pain you are currently having is caused by the main issue you have, scoliosis. In order to have a definitive treatment, surgery is needed to get relief from back pain and also improve posture. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Olgeta Xhufka, ... | |
Suggest treatment for nightfall
good noon sir/mam i am suffering from a nightfall problem from last five year but i think that it is a normel act but now a days it happens so many time even sometimes 7 days a week so i am felling very tired and uncomfertable because of that pls suggest me a bst solution 4 this prblm.m... | Hello, The nightfall is common at such a young age. However, if you are feeling excess nightfall then try to watch fewer porn videos and magazines if applicable. You can try yoga and meditation. You can focus more on the study. So night fall is not the disease. But you can follow above measures to prevent it. If no imp... | |
Is it safe to take Calpol along with Zithromax?
I've given my son his first 5ml dose of Zithromax for an ear infection before bed. His ear has been sore & I've been regularly giving him some calpol too (well within recommended dosage). Now I'm reading the small print & noticing I should have consulted the doctor if my... | Hello!I have been through your question.Related your concern you shouldn't worry because that it is known that azithromycin and paracetamol don't exist any data to have interaction between them. So, what I suggest is only to give your child Calpol not less than 4-6 hour between,if need it and continue to give the dose ... | |
Having raised, itchy bumps all over the body. Is it because of stress?
For the past two weeks my entire body has been itching extremely bad..i m miserable..and theres little raised bumps where i have been constantly itching now..I dont know if this is because of stress or what else it could be from?? I m not anymore s... | Hi thanks for your question.The small raised bumps whcih your mentioning could be due to constant itching. Itcung could be due to some allergens present in your environment or you might be consuming some food to which you are allargic Other common cause of itching include scabies ,which is infection and involves whole ... | |
What is the surgery process for curing lung cancer?
I am knocking at your door for an answer of my question. Dr. my niece is 9 years old and she has good health, weight 32 k.g height 129.1 c.m. She is suffering with tumor in her lung. Dr. suggested that with the help of surgery it will be cure. I wants to take her CMC... | Thank you for your question Ananda. Firstly I would say it is not a normal thing to have a tumour in the lungs as the lungs are the site of exchange of gases between the environment and the body. Secondly a tumour in the lung at her age could probably be benign meaning it is not cancerous or malignant meaning it is a c... | |
Can tooth infection cause numbness and pain on the hands and legs ?
Hello Doctor, Thanks in advance for your kindly help. Dr, I had an OPG sterday and the doctor said that my wisdom tooth has been infected on both sides and left side the infection is more., and wants me to remove the wisdom tooth...I am going to get r... | If your dental infection is long standing, and you don't take care of it, it may show generalized symptoms like fever, fatigue, head-ache etc. But before this happen, you suffer from local complications like extreme jaw pain, difficulty in opening mouth, swelling of cheeks/neck, and sometimes there can be difficulty in... | |
Is the severe back pain, low grade fever and weight loss due to renal infection?
15 YR OLD FEMALE. NAUSEA, FATIGUE, LOSS OF APPETITE, WEIGHT LOSS OF 12 LBS OVER LAST 2 WEEKS (WEIGHED 120 TO START), BACK PAIN, LOW GRADE FEVER X 9 DAYS (99-100.8 ORAL). NOTHING SPECIFIC I CAN PUT MY FINGER ON BUT TODAY HAS SEVERE BACK P... | As per you history, you may be suffering from PID (pelvic inflammatory disease), check for any foul smelling vaginal discharge. Consult a gynecologist | |
Can kidney problems cause bad breath?
sir i am suffering from a problem of bad breath and smell for past four years,i have consult for a dentist also he told every thing is normal,then whai is the cause for it?my friend told that due 2 the kidney failure it comes is it true? | Dear Patient,sure, this is called uremic breath. This is due by the elimination of some volatile molecules containing azote with the breath. This happens when serum azotemia starts to be high. To be sure about this, please do blood tests searching for serum azotemia. If it is high, you can reduce these symptoms with a ... | |
What causes lump behind ear of infant?
There is a hard lump behind my 5 month old baby s ear. It has been there for 3 or 4 months. The doctor didn t say much about it and didn t seem to worry; however, it is still there. It is not associated with a fever and does not seem to bother him. It has not changed size, is smo... | Hi Dear Welcome to the HCM,Enlarged posterior auricular lymph nodes are usually caused by the some infection/infestation of scalp and hairs.Nothing much to worry.Ketoconzole shampoo twice weekly will help in reducing these enlarged lymph nodes.If the hairs are infested with LICE then they also can be eradicated with pe... | |
Does traces of albumin in urine suggest kidney damage?
My mom is 64 years old and recently she has done urine test and it showed she has traces of albumin in her urine , 2 months back she has done urine test but during that time no traces of albumin were shown.My mom has diabetes but it's under control also she has bl... | Hi traces of albumin in urine is not a danger sign. It could be due to stress,fever,exercise etc. But as she is diabetic, there is chance of damage to kidney. If urine albumin is more than 1+ persistently,it is a very early hint of diabetes related kidney disease development. Hence you should check urine albumin at lea... | |
What causes pain and swelling in the knee?
Actually my husband has had 2 artho knee surgeries and 3 full replacements...#1-parts too big, #2 not enough parts in, made it too loose, #3 all hardware and stability good...but he still has severe pain and swelling on the top outer side of his knee with skin discoloration..... | There should be some reason for the pain. But such things ate only understood once we see and examine the patient. I would recommend u to seek an opinion from other ortho. | |
What is the normal heart rate in a child?
What is the normal heart rate of a 20 month old? Note, he also has pectus excavatum and his heart has not been checked yet to see if the PE is effecting his heart in anyway, only xrays have been done. His heart rate runs around 130-150 at all times, I am worried about him, can... | Hello,It is from 70 upto 110It is very imp to check why there is increasing in the heart rate period is usually accompanied with increased heart rate according to its degreeECG and echo will rule out any consequent problem in the heart, also its imp to do MRI to check the degree of PECbC is imp because the child may be... | |
What causes breathlessness in a non smoker?
have been feeling slightly out of breath for past 3 days. Doctor has prescribed ab phylline 100 - 3 times a day for 10 days and montair fx once a day for 10 days. It's happening for the first time, could it simply be a clogged throat? Doc said my lungs are clear. I never smo... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, it is possible to have breathlessness even if you are not a smoker. Not only cigarette smoke, pollution, dust, chemical Fumes etc can also cause bronchitis. When they inhaled in lungs, they cause irritation and inflammation (bronchitis). ... | |
How long should Metoprolol Tartrate be taken?
i got 4 stents; i am taking brilinta and Metoprolol tartrate 25 mg. I did not habe blod presure my blod ptresure is stable my pulse stable; i had chest pain and they put 4 stents; how long i need to take the Metoprolol ? i i have one month and a half since i took it; i kno... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Metoprolol is given after heart attack. Its given if someone is having decreased ejection fraction, in order to prevent further fall in ejection fraction. Also, it's given to keep heart rate under control if someone's heart r... | |
Suggest treatment for genital warts
Hi doctor, not sure If i have genital warts, Tested negative for genital herpes, anyhow I tried Apple Cider Vinegar on what i presumed was warts (very small clump of 2-3 small bumps).. I soaked a cotton ball and left it on overnight with a bandaid...its day 3 and now the are with th... | thank you for query.it is not clear about the morphology site symptoms duration of lesion etc.If it is diagnosed as wart then you can use resin like podowart but under supervision .So consult doctor for diagnosis and treatment. do not do self medication. | |
Is it possible for me to get a kidney with high antibodies and MGUS?
yes, my question is why can't I get a kidney with high antibodies even though I've been told it is possible. I also have MGUS which seems to turn the doctors away from helping me push for a kidney. So I have these two major problems so is it still ... | Yes dear it is possible by doing kidney transplant particularly by autologous kidney transplant. You should have same blood group to the donor one. Hope you get well soon. Thanks | |
Can Gainehair n Keraglo tablets be used to control hair fall?
Hi, this is raghav i m gttng hair fall at frnt side and evn baldness in middle bt this is happening frm past 2 years bt I was using 2% gainehair lotion and keraglo men tab n kz lotion shampoo. Later I have stopped thm bsc i did nt get satisfied with thm bt ... | hello raghav, i can understand your concern.hairfall may be due to deficiencies of sevral essential nutrients also, so i would advice you to get your hb, serum ferretin and thyroid levels tested.deficiency may cause hairloss - telogen effluvium or you may have androgenic alopecia.applocation of topical minoxidil is hel... | |
How to gain weight in a 2 years old child?
Hi I am looking for medicine for my 2 years old daughter who is having trouble growing and gaining enough weight. Do you have any recommendations?? By the way all her test results are normal but she is 1 kg underweight and very skinny. Thankyou for your help! | HIWell come to HCMFor the two years baby the weight is not matter of concern if the baby is playing well and normal and does not have any disease, in my opinion just continue the routine and no need to give any special diet or medicines, hope this helps. | |
Q. How to deal with teeth grinding that developed due to brain tumor?
Hello doctor, My nephew is 2 years and 5 months old and he had a brain surgery two months ago to extract a brain tumor. It was an anaplastic ependymoma on his fourth ventricle. After brain surgery, his awareness was low and he was on a ventilator fo... | Hello. Sorry to hear about your nephew. Due to the tumor for which he was operated, the cerebellum (small brain) was affected. Due to that, he has developed bruxism which is a rare complication. Unfortunately, there is no effective established recommended treatment. Some have tried different groups of drugs like short ... | |
What causes knots on thighs with fibromyalgia?
I can run my hands down my thighs when laying on my side and it is very very tender and I feel hard like knots. I have been told I have fibromyalgia back in 1992.. Could these be nodules? At times it s so hard to get a good night sleep. YYYY@YYYY | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have fibromyalgia in past. Your lump may be due to some soft tissue tumor like lipoma, neurofibroma or dermatofibroma. You should go for biopsy of one of the lump. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should take treatment accordingly... | |
How can rough skin on the fingers be treated?
hey ok so on my life hand my middle finger on the right side of the nail i have really rough skin and it wont go away i have used wart removale but it didnt work and now it has spred to another finger on my right hand so could tell me what the problem might be? is it a war... | Hi, This is easily treated. Make a dilute solution of potassium permanganate (light pink colour) in luke warm water and dip the whole hand in it for ten minutes. Pat dry and apply moisturising cream till it becomes smooth and soft. Continue intermittently so that it does not return. Regards | |
What causes uneasy feeling with upper respiratory infection and contact dermatitis?
I have been suffering from an upper respiratory infection for a few weeks now. I developed what appears to be contact dermatitis on my lateral upper thighs several days ago, impetigo at the corner of my mouth three days ago, and had wh... | Hi. I can understand your concern. These symptoms can be seen in anaphylaxis too. So better consult a allergist for the same.Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Q. I have white bump on penis with no pain or symptoms. What could it be?
Hello doctor, I had a white bump on my penis for the past three months. It did not cause any pain when I touched it, and when I tried to remove it in the shower, it did not budge. It is single and there was nothing else resembling it that showed... | Hi. The lesion is not looking like an STD (sexually transmitted disease). From your history, it is asymptomatic and pain free. Whitish concretions can form due to the collection of subpreputial discharge or it can be Fordyce's spot. Wart can be asymptotic and go for spontaneous resolution. But it would have spread by n... | |
What is the treatment for severe anxiety?
I have been going through severe anxiety for 8 years.when it first started I used paxil which was a life saver.I stayed on it for 3 years with no problems.I went off because I was feeling good then 6 months later anxiety was back and I was a mess literally could not function.I... | hii dearalcohol can worsen your anxiety due to GABA inhibitionsso better to avoid itin alcohol there is less absorption and metabolism occurs of certain drugs like paxil if required than take 25 mg for initial period to control your symptoms and add clonazepam .5 mg sos as and when requiredapart from medicines'do medit... | |
Is it to be concerned about severe pain above the eye due to a fall?
I was hit on the forehead and went flying off a bed and hit the back of my head I have two indents in a line from my hairline to my eye, they are about 2 cm deep and a finger wide, they are about 5 cm apart, there isnt any bruising but its tender and... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You should see a doctor, it seems like a traumatic head injury and you should be examined for neurological deficits. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Q. How can I remove the acne spots on my face, back and chest?
Hi doctor, My acne is getting worse. The spots are on my face, back and chest. I have had the spots for about two years now. How can I remove the spots from my face? | Hi. I can understand your concern. Use a salicylic acid facewash twice daily and apply Benzoyl peroxide 2.5 percent gel on the pimples on the face twice daily and Benzoyl peroxide 10 percent gel on the pimples present on the chest and back twice daily. Along with this take a course of tablet Azithromycin 500 mg daily f... | |
What causes vomiting after ingestion?
hello i have a 2yrs old son and today everytime he ate he would throw it up within 10min of eating and the he goes back to his normal self running laughing and playing now when i put him to bed he is burning up but when i use a rectal temp he is only at 99.5 | Probably your child is suffering from gastreosophial reflux, gastritis, food allergy etc.Give domperidone, ranitidine and ORS solution and he will improve within 2-3 days.However if your child develops fever, stiff neck, headache, burning micturition, abdominal distension orther warning signs, then you will have to con... | |
Suggest treatment for a lump in the tailbone region
At the base of my spine and like above the anal opening, but still in the butt crack there is something hard right at the ending of the spine and it has been hurting for a while now. When I squeezed it tonight a light yello mucous like substance shot out and now ther... | Hi,Dear,Thanks for your query to HCM.Dear I read your query and reviewed it with context to your query facts.Based on the facts of your query, you seem to suffer from-Pilonidal Cyst with abscess,which ruptured and formed Pilonidal Sinus.Treatment-USG / CT study of the Pilondal sinus and Second expert Opinion from Sur... | |
Bright red sore behind ear going upto scalp, ooze oily liquid, dye hair frequently. What could the cause be?
Bright red sore behind ear going up onto scalp , oozing oily liquid. Have had a problem with dry and flaky scalp yet oily hair for 4-5 years. Wash hair once-twice a week maximum. Recently trying (last 2-3 month... | you can get allergy to any prduct at any time at any age all the things you asked can cause this even if you use sometimes means nothing once you are exposed to allergen it takes 3 week for body to adjust again i advise you to start with keep skin dry no oily greesy spicy foods no use of mustard copconut walnut groundn... | |
Abdominal pain, gets distended, have rashes, hair fall, sleeplessness, headaches, constipation, swelling in ankles. Medication?
I have been having many abdominal issues for the past few years. I have a constant pain level of about 4 but sometimes it gets much worse, around 8 or 9 for 3 to 4 weeks. My abdomen gets dist... | Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for calling H.C.M.Forum. You have got abdominal pain,some times more. recently you had foamy diarrhoea. There is rash like ring worm, and got cured with cream. You have hair fall, head ache, no sleep, what ever you eat it hurts your stomach.You had gastroscopy, colonoscopy,... | |
Small blood spotting before periods. History of having unprotected sex. What could this mean?
i had sex two weeks ago, we wore a condom ( it didnt break) but i let him put the tip in with out a condom, i am on the pill but i havent been taking it properly. im suppose to get my period next week on the 9th but im gett... | Hello, from the history you have given, I would say that it could be an ovulation period, provided it depends whether your cycles are regular or irregular, some people have spotting during the ovulation period..But since your intake of pills are not regular and you dnt have a complete protection from the condom , beca... | |
How to cure swollen face due to tooth infection?
I have a re - abscessed tooth due to never capping it and the filling falling out. I saw the dentist and he a.hit my infected tooth pretty hard to the point that I cried for about 10 mins. B. He put me on penicillin and tylenol with codine.. 2 days later my face started... | Thanks for using Health Care Magic.Read your query.Was the tooth root canal treated previously?Swelling of the face and associated symptoms suggests acute exacerbation of the periapical abcsess.I would advice you to have a radiograph done and start with the emergency root canal treatment.If the tooth was previously tre... | |
How to relieve foot ache and inflammation?
My fiancé n I r visiting my family in Toronto n his right foot has been aching n slightly inflammed; it was really aggravated after a cup of red wine last night. I am a telemetry RN in California; suspected gout. What is the fast relief for pain n swelling? Can we wait until ... | Hi,Thanks for your query.After going through your suffering, it could be due to gout. The remedial treatment for gout includes -1.Pain killer like naproxen, Ibuprofen .along with short course of cortisone.2.Drugs which lower the uric acid like- allopurinol and febuxostat.These are prescription only drugs so you may h... | |
What treatment is suggested for pink spot under the lips?
"i had a cold sore , i pick it now its healed but the skin had ripped off ... now i have a pink spot ( under skin ) in my lips and i want to know what i can do for it to heal faster so my normal lip skin color would show , I Cant depend on time i have things to... | Hi. Welcome to Healthcaremagic.I read your query. Cold sores are Herpes virus infections. It has a healing process of its own. But since you peeled it, the healing is delayed.Since its on moving area i.e. lips, keep the area moist with creams to avoid cracking. Apply ice over area which will help in soothing.Cooled use... | |
Can poxs after recovery from chickenpox be a reaction to dairy products?
My sons doctors said my son has a mild case of chicken pox. He started out with 14 poxs and they dried up after a week. Now all of a sudden he has about 15 more new ones. He was also having a problem with dairy and we stopped the dairy . Now he i... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicOne of the signature features of chicken pox is the presence of lesions at different stages so it is not unusual to have old lesions as new ones appear.In terms of the diary, chicken pox does not occur as reaction to foods only as a result of contact with this virus.I hope this help... | |
Can infection be contracted by smelling urine?
My sink smelled like pee this morning as I was cleaning it I found a cup with yellow fluid and when I took a sniff it reaked. My roommate was drunk over the weekend and denies he peed in the cup. Is there a way to test if the fluid is pee. I can't stand the fact that he f... | Thanks for contacting HCM. You are concerned that your room mate urinated into a cup and that were exposed to the urine. To have the fluid checked to see if it urine is to have a urinalysis done. This is done by a dip stick with markings on tem to diagnose urine problems. The second question can you contract any diseas... | |
Suggest medication for sharp pain in middle of chest causing pain during breathing
Hi Doc I am getting a sharp pain in the middle of my chest, just a bit towards the left side , between both breasts. It lasts for about 2 minutes and then goes away. It is extremely painful to breathe when I get the pain. It been happen... | Firstly you go through your self breast examination and try to figure out if you have any lump in your breast or your breast is painful or not. If its normal then you go ahead and get your cardiac workup done | |
Can high fever along with soreness in the hands and feet be symptoms of meningitis?
Hello Doctor, My 3 year olddaughter has a high fever (103) but her hands and feet are cold. She complains that her hands and feet are sore. She is delirious at height of fever We took her to a doctor who suggested that we give her Motr... | Hi, THIS IS DUE TO DIFFERENTIAL BLOOD CIRCULATION DURING FEVER DUE TO PERIPHERAL VASOCONSTRICTION. DO NOT WORRY ABOUT IT. Fever of a 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 sam... | |
Sharp cramping pains in stomach, tongue hardened, low back pain. Reasons ?
Hey I have been getting sharp pains in my stomach for a few weeks now and tongue the last two days my stomach has gone really hard and earlier I had a cramping pain for about half an hour and then started to calm down and with it I also got low... | hi , i have gone through your problems and i feel the pain is because of acid peptic disease(acidity) or because of biliary colic (due to gall bladder stones.please consult your doctor for anti acidity medications(PPIs) and for ultrsound scan which will tell about gall bladder stones, pancreas,kidney stones and other o... | |
What are the symptoms of ADHD?
I am concerned I may have adhd! I am now 30, I am 5foot4 and 10 stone. I have had a long history of drug misuse and am on methadone. My 7 year old son has adhd. As I have been working with an adhd nurse for him I have realised that I have and always have had alot of the same symptoms as ... | ADHD kids make it through adulthood with Milder form of their illness , they can have a successful life .helping them during early diagnosis can assist them in achieving good evaluation in school , good relationship with peers and make them have goals and self respect .behavioral and psychotherapy are the mainstay of ... | |
Q. When can periods be expected after taking I-pill?
Hello doctor, My fiancee ate I-pill tablet because, after sexual relation, I touched and wiped off sperm and touched inside the cervix. So, we have doubt that she might get pregnant after touching inside. Please tell what will happen to her after taking the pill. | Hi. If her periods are regular and expecting it in a few days, she will not get pregnant as ovulation is over. But her periods should be regular. I-pill will also protect but it should not be taken frequently. | |
What causes red spots on lower spine like a bruise?
My 5 years old has 2 red spots on his lower spine that I first noticed when he was around 2. At that time they looked like he just leaned against a chair and the vertebras got irritated, very faint pink spots. The pediatrician said it was nothing to worry about. Now ... | i think its better if u get an mri spine done for ur child and get it looked by an orthopedician and if needed a neurophysician too | |
I had unprotected sex while smoking meth. Could i still be pregnant ?
Hi I am 32 years old and I had unprotected sex while smoking meth......is there a chance that I could still get pregnant? | Hi Welcome to HealthcareMagic. There are pretty good chances that you can get pregnant if you are in your fertile period.Please calculate your fertile period and get tested for pregnancy. As there are chances of pregnancy , I advise you to stop taking meth to avoid any effect on fetal growth. Hope I answered your quest... | |
Suggest treatment for idiopathic parkinson disease
Hi. I been diagnose as having idiopathic Parkinson disease.I seen seven top neurologist and have dat scan all confirm having PD. What they differ between them is treatment : 1-A group said,delay treatment as much as possible,to delay side effect,while one or more said... | Brief Answer:You should start treatment when symptoms will interfere with your quality of life, when you will have functional disabilities.Based to your symptoms at the time of initiation of the therapy, and you age, the neurologist will help you to make the right therapeutic choice.Detailed Answer:Hello,Thank you for ... | |
Why am I having pain inside the calf of right leg?
I have pain in my right leg on the inside near calf, it has been painfull for the last couple of weeks. its in the same area where i fell a couple of years ago and i had a huge bruise which last about 8 months do you think i should get this checked. thank you Helen | Hi Helen...Your calf pain can be related to the fall, If there is any unhealed inflammation exists in the tendon or bursae.or a mild strain in themedial collateral ligament. that might give rise to such issues...Don't worry...I recommend you to get your knee checked to find the source of the issue...and start appropria... | |
Is the iron content level of 31% cause for concern?
Hi My baby is 10 month old,we have been to Dr. visit last week and the Dr. did a finger poke test for my baby for the Iron content level which was 31%. According to the doc, it shld be 32% or more. The doc. referred us to the diagnostic center for a complete blood te... | HiWelcome to the HCMI understand your concerns but don't worry. The late infancy is prone to iron deficiency anemia. This occurs due to poor supplementation of iron rich food as per the required amounts of growing infants. So, you may give him iron rich food along with iron supplement such as Syp Ferronia XT or Tonofer... | |
Have back pain. MRI shows lumbar spondylosis and bilateral paracentral herniation. What has caused this problem?
Dear Doctor, My Husband is 42 yrs old and has been having backache since 5-6 yrs. 2 days before we got the MRI scan done & following is the result: • small posterocentral and bilateral paracentral herniatio... | Hello, may be your doctor is trying to tel you in lay terms about the weakness caused to your husband due to disc herniation. Discs are cushions between two vertebra( back bone) which slip out from their places due to various reasons, ( e.g like lifting heavy weights, strain) and press on the nerves which are running ... | |
How to get rid of depressive disorder with symptoms of panic attacks, restlessness and dizziness?
Good evening.Am was diagnosed with major depressive disorder, with symptoms of panic attack, restlessness and follow dizziness.De 9 days treatment with Cipralex 10 mg, 0.5 mg morning, noon a 5 mg.Evening. one pill doxepin... | HiTo such a patient I would have advised to discuss with psychistrist Drugs of group of SSRI are also effective in panic attacks with antianxiety drugs so i use in my patient the combination ofv two groupsSome psychiatrist also like to use in addition for panic Generic named drug proponal a drug of betablockers group I... | |
Suggest remedy for smelly loose motions and rashes in anal hole
Hi my 19month old son since the past two night n during day has slighty loose stools n very smelly today his stool was slighty watery n a creamy colour n then later on in day could smell as if he s dirtied his nappy as I opened it the was a few flaky bits... | Please control the lose motions first. Smelly poo indicates infection in intestines and indigestion. Rashes in anus is due to frequency of motions and also irritation caused by infection.My recommendation have always been clear on these conditions. Harmless Bilv (BAEL) dried pulp powder and that of chebulic myrobalan a... | |
Q. Please recommend some treatment options to save my teeth.
Hello doctor, I am 20 years old. I have very bad teeth with many cavities. I brush my teeth twice a day. I also floss and use mouthwash every day. Even though I follow all the protective measures, my mouth is full of cavities and it has ruined all my confide... | Hi. I can understand your concern regarding your dental health. IOPA (intraoral periapical radiograph) of the affected teeth. For further information consult a dentist online.---> | |
When is the embryo usually visible in a pregnancy?
hello i have ovulated after 20 day of my cycle, i had a pregnancy test positive . my Dr says 5th week and the ultrasound says no embryo found in uterus, blood test says level of hcg 164 (on the 5th day of missed period LMP 31/12/2013 i have been adviced to take fer... | hi..for the sac to be visible on ultrasound your beta hcg should be atleast 1500..it may be an early pregnancy.. so u can repeat scan after 1 week | |
Have fatty liver grade 1 and renal calculus with PCS. Not alcoholic. Reason?
i am abaan. i m 22 year old prob. in kidneys right kidney, tiny echogenic shadow measuring 2.8mm is seen in middle calyx of right kidney pelvicalyceal system is prominent on right side. LIVER: Mildly increased echogenicity of liver parenchyma... | Fatty liver (FL) is commonly associated with alcohol or metabolic syndrome (diabetes, hypertension, obesity and dyslipidemia), but can also be due to any one of many causes[2][3]:MetabolicAbetalipoproteinemia, glycogen storage diseases, Weber-Christian disease lipodystrophyNutritionalMalnutrition, total parenteral nutr... | |
Suggest treatment for swollen neck lymph node
HI I HAVE HAD ONE SWOLLEN NECK LYMPH NODE ON THE SIDE OF MY NECK I DEVELOPED IT AFTER A TETANUS SHOT BUT IT WILL BE 2YRS ON OCT. 6 2011 SINCE IVE HAD IT MY NECK AND SHOULDER BLADE HURTS AND ITS PAINFUL LIKE I STRAINED IT PLEASE HELP, IVE ALSO HAD CAT SCANS XRAYS AND BLOOD ... | Hi Dear ,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query cold and sore throat . The symptoms can also occur due to bacterial and viral infection , tonsillitis or lymphadenopathy, it is not a serious condition and when you will take medication for treating the infection like antibiotics the swollen lymph no... | |
Have metastatic rectal cancer. On palliative chemotherapy. Done blood test. Want to understand results?
I have rectal cancer with mets to lungs and liver. I am not able to have surgery and I am on palitive chemo . I want to share blood test results on my liver which does concern me. It is important to understand resul... | eventhough your liver is damaged by metastases, according above results your liver function is ok it means you can continue to take your drugs, | |
Q. MRI shows left mesial temporal sclerosis. Please help.
Hello doctor, My son fell down at school recently due to fits. He is 12 years old, boy .We consulted a neurologist. He adviced to take MRI. We took MRI and it disclosed as left mesial temporal sclerosis. Hence I request you to give me an advice. | Hello. I understand your concern and would explain that there is no reason to panic. There is no correlation between EEG and the MRI findings, as these MRI findings are suggestive of a birth defect in the brain which causes epilepsy seizures. His blood laboratory tests and cardiac ultrasound are unremarkable. He has ha... | |
Depression, suicidal, loss of self-confidence due to loss in business. History of kidney conditions. Treatment?
Hi.. My name XXXXX age 27 yrs married 3children 6yrs back i got kidney transplant my mom donate me kidney now i running electronic shop 2 months back i heavy loss in buisness so in depression 2 times try to ... | please take proper antidepressents with the help of psychiatrist.show him your transplant drugs.dont worry things will be ok meet psychiatrist | |
i have been feeling depressed and losing my interest in life, please help
I'm 26 yrs old and married for 2 yrs(love marriage). He is very caring and lovable. He smokes. He is 28 yrs old. The problem is we've a very poor sex life. Frequency of intercoure is 2-4 a month. It was a little better at 4-6 a month soon after ... | This is a somewhat complex situation May I suggest for you to consult a clinical psychologist or counselor who works with relationships near your place of residence. | |
How to identify the type of ectodermal dysplasia and remedy?
My girl is one year and two months. She is ED and this appear in her hair and teeth till now i dont know wts its type and i dont know if this will appear in other parts or no also how can i care wz her few hair i dont know this is new for me i want to know h... | Good morning ,How are you .I see that that your 14 month daughter has problems with her skin and teeth.The big name that you use means that any part arising from the outer covering of the body like the skin ,teeth ,hair nails can get affected ---the spectrum of presentation is from mild to severe .and can be very varie... | |
What is the treatment for an injured foot?
I dropped a bed foot board about 25lb on my feet 2wks ago its still a little swollen and hurts to touch them on top. I can walk but when I sit I have sharp pain and I now have knots what could it be if I had ins. I would go to doc but I don t so here I am.. | you had a crack in your bone and its healing you should have had a simple cast any way its healing on its own 4 more weeks and u will be okay | |
How can allergic itching all over the body be treated?
I got bit by a bunch of mosquitos, and black and yellow longhorn beetles and now my entire forearms and calves are covered from top to bottom in bites, and they re relentlessly itchy. I can t sleep, patches of my face are red, and my lips got chapped very suddenly... | Hi i do care for your concern. Your history suggest allergic reaction to the insect bites. This is a type of hypersensitivity reaction against substance released by these insect. I would advise To consult your physician and get a shot of dexa if needed. Taking medication such as benadryl will help to reduce the itching... | |
Suggest treatment for influenza with fever and shortness of breath
Hello: I am very concerned about my sister. She is 48 years old and has been sick for 2.5 week. She was diagnosed with influenza, but isn't getting any better. She's been running fevers up to 103, has a d-dimer of 798, night sweating, shortness of ... | HelloAs you mentioned that she is having "influenza " and all these symptoms are also an indication of influenza.Abrupt onset of fever , severe myalgia / arthralgia , severe dry cough(shortness of breath), loss of appetite , malaise , sore throat & rhinitis , as all these symptoms are of "influenza"She may have influen... | |
Is there any pill by which penis would stand instantly?
hi i m 23 yrs of age i recently lost my virginity ,my penis took a lot f time to stand up,i was very nervous,the second time i did try fr sex it dint stand up,is their any prblem ,is there any pill by which it would stand instantly,or it was jus bcoz f my nervous... | Hi,From history it seems that you are having anxiety and due to fear of no erection of penis still aggravate the condition and you do not get erection.Forget fear of non erection and continue with sexual excitement and you will get erection.Ok and take care. | |
Any suggestion for unable to walk after having L45 micro decompression surgery?
I had a back operation 6 weeks ago for a disc that was sitting on a nerve and apparetly the bones were very crumbly. The operation was L45 MICRO DECOMPRESSION. The operation was a success but I cannot walk unaided. Bearing in mind that Iwa... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.It takes some time for proper walking if this is the spinal cord operation of L 4 L 5 nerve decompression.Have patience, complete recovery may take 3 to 4 weeks or even more. You have to go for physiotherapy for quick and bette... | |
What causes high temperature, diarrhea, tiredness and headaches?
hi, my child has been unwell now for 5 days with a temperature that will not come down, at its highest its been 38.6 and lowest 38.2 and has been like this for 5 days. There is also flu like symtoms with it the worst being a bad dry cough, also vomiting ... | Hello,Your baby is suffering from viral illness probably, still needs an investigation to rule out other pathology. Give antipyretic every six hourly, maintain hydration, and provide rest. Investigations as per my opinion are CBC, urine complete culture, Widal test, blood culture.Hope I have answered your query. Let me... | |
What causes low hemoglobin levels?
we have our patiants that their hemoglobine is getting down during the hot weather and when the wather is cold their hemoglobine is normal. if you can tell us what to do with them please? we have been to all over pakistan and afghanistan and right now we are in india and our patiants... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.Your patients may have change in hemoglobin according to weather.It may be due to hydration status. In cold whether they drink very less amount of water and it leads to hemoconcentration and causes high hemoglobin. In hot whether they drink more w... | |
I have a SGPT of 69 and fatty liver
Hi Doctor... My SGPT is 69 and having fatty liver ..... I drink alcohol occasionally..... Is it serious??? | Welcome to Healthcare MagicYour SGPT is marginally increased. Presence of fatty liver indicates possible reversible liver damage if you stop drinking alcohol and eating fatty food. You need to eat more green leafy vegetables, do brisk walking everyday to reduce the cholesterol if high in your blood. Are you on any medi... | |
Q. Is clubbing in chronic smoker something serious?
Hello doctor, I am 27 years old, female. 130 lbs. Have a history of smoking slightly less than one pack a day for 10 years. Quit a month ago. I am concerned about finger clubbing. I have noticed a new curvature in my nail over the last few months that was not present... | Hi. This is mild clubbing and it is normal in young females. It is due to estrogen hormone in females. Please keep yourself miles apart from tobacco and alcohol. To be on the safe side, have a chest X-ray done and send me here to look for any pulmonary cause, as you have 10 years of smoking history. Usually, smokers de... | |
How can severe shoulder pain after an injury be treated?
Hello I am having pain deep inside my shoulder. It has been long term pain. It started about 5 years ago. I did 6 months of physical therapy. It got better but has recently been much worse after throwing a lightweight ball at a high velocity. It is like a deep a... | Hello, As per your history, it may be due to blunt trauma. For pain, you can take tablet acetaminophen. You may require X-Ray of the affected shoulder for detailed clinical examination. After orthopedician consultation. Restrict your movements. Use support while walking. Further treatment mainly depends upon the underl... | |
Is the loss of sensation in foot after treatment for water moccasin bite permanent?
My 16 year old son was bitten three weeks ago on the bottom of his left foot by a water moccasin. He was treated with 5 vials of Crofab and stayed in the hospital for six days. He seems to have recovered very well but says he has los... | Hello I have gone through your question and understand your concern. Post treatment with antivenin, temporary and/or permanent tissue and muscle damage can occur. Water moccasins venom is cytotoxic in nature therefore tissue of the affected area shows poor circulation and tissue regeneration is not possible on its own.... | |
What causes sore red bumps filled with blood and puss?
I have red bumps showing up all over my body. They are very sore, filled with blood and puss, warm and hard to the touch. It takes about a week for it to scab up. One will pop up and a few days later another one appears. They are pretty big. What could this be? | Hello,Welcome to HCMThanks for posting your query in HCM.Your symptoms are most probably suggestive of Staphylococcal infections.It is usually caused by bacterium Staphylococcus aureus.It may be a boil or folliculitis.Staphylococcal folliculitis affects hair follicles on the face, scalp, neck, trunk or limbs but not th... | |
What causes severe pain in the back and hip after having knee surgeries?
I have had 5 knee surgeries in the last 3 years...tore all ligaments in right knee and torn all but the PCL in the left knee. I will need more knee surgery in the future. Now I am having major back and hip pain on mostly my right side. How should... | Your gait ( walking pattern) may be leading to your back muscles and hip to work more and in compromised biomechanics. Better if you can take stick or walker support. Sometimes knee pathology can have referred pain to your hip. Get a proper walking support first. | |
Q. Every time I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Why?
Hi doctor, I am a 26 year old male. I am 5 feet and 9 inches tall and weigh 255 pounds. When I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Sometimes when I have constipation as well, I poop a little bit of blood. I am really scared that I have colon cancer. I do have diarrhea often... | Hello. I have gone through your information and test reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). So, in view of that, there are a couple of things that I can opine upon: Hope that helps. For more information consult a general surgeon online --> | |
Should I stop taking forecox tablets?
Hi, Doctor I am taking forecox sinnce last 6 month. can i stop the tablets. when i had a operation, the doctor told me to continue 9 months taking this tablet.. but when i continue in summer season i get fill sum illness and my operation side is paining.. so please help me | Hello,It is better you don't discontinue the medication. If you have pain then get it done ultrasound and liver function tests. If both are normal then you have to continue medication. If any abnormality detected means you may consult your doctor he may write alternate medication.Take care. Hope I have answered your qu... | |
Does Lyme s disease affect gall bladder?
I have been diagnosed with long term lyme s infection. I am told the reason I have developed symptoms of severe nausea and vomiting after eating a large meal or some fat, is due to inflammation of my gall bladder. The doctor is suggesting have my gall bladder taken out. 1) Does... | Good day and thanks for your questions. First question, lyme disease does not affect the gall bladder. Second question, yes it could suggest inflammation of the gall bladder with other symptoms like pain on the right side of the upper part of your abdomen, jaundice and fever. Your doctor would advice you do an abdomina... | |
Back pain, kochs in spinal cord, swelling seen in back below the left shoulder. Thoughts ?
sir my wife 37 years old suffering from back pain when we met doctor he told that she is suffering from koch;s in spinal cord we can see swelling on her back little below her shoulder on left side and doctor advised to take medi... | Yes ortho surgeon is the right specialist. Treatment for spinal TB is given for 1 yr or more. If patient has improved you should not worry otherwise consult you treating doctor. | |
What causes pain in the lower abdomen?
My son is 14 having lower left side pain about inch away from belly button and hurts to pull up from bed cough sneezing pains are very sharp just was wondering what it could be hurt before but went away like a yr ago and now its back he has been taking tylenol more then he ever h... | HI.Pain in the abdomen on the left side of the belly button which increases on pulling from bed, coughing and sneezing can be due to indirect inguinal hernia or torsion of testis. Get this clinically examine by a Surgeon and get operated to get a cure. | |
How to cure swelling of vein in cheek and tooth sensitivity?
Hi im 23 and 5''7 I weigh 11 stone 4.I have a swollen vein in my cheek and a few of my teeth feel sensitive if I touch them but I dont have toothache or an abcess. I can see my cheek is swollen from visibly looking in the mirror and also if i look directly i... | Hello!Thank you for posting here.You did not mention if you had any tobacco habits.This tight feeling and swelling can be due to this.Quit smoking and pan chewing habits if any.Sensitivity when mild can be treated with desensitizing tooth pastes like colgate pro relief, or sensodyne.Apply it on the tooth you have sensi... | |
What causes the discomfort in scrotum getting stick to thigh when sleeping?
Hello! I seem to have this issue often. When I try to fall asleep in bed, my scrotum seems to stick to my inner-thigh. It is very annoying and I spend a lot of time trying to separate it. Is there any way I can keep it from sticking? It is a v... | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forumIn short: You can use a separating clothe between your thigh and scrotum for relief.Explanation: It is very common to feel this. It occurs in almost all the males. So, if you want to avoid it, you can use a clothe separating your thigh and scrotum while sleeping. | |
What causes lower back pain during pregnancy?
I am 24 weeks pregnet with my 4th child Yesterday morning i woke up with Lower back pain I stayed off my feet to see if that would help Last night I could not get any sleep becuase no matter which way I laid the pain would not go away i stil have the pain this morning I t... | HI, I have read your query & understand y6our concern. Pregnancy hormones cause loosening of pelvic ligaments. As a result the pelvis is stretched due to growth of fetus .. this leads to pain in back in pregnancy. Also as the baby grows, the abdominal weight increases. So there is much more load in front of body.. m... | |
What causes lower abdominal pain and vaginal spotting during pregnancy?
My daughter is 6 months pregnant with her 3rd child, the youngest being born April 4th 2016. She is type o- blood type. Yesterday when she stood up she had a sharp pain in lower part of her stomach, so intense that she had to sit back down immedia... | Hi,I guess your concern is spotting and you should go to hospital now. Visit a nearby hospital/ nursing home where obstetricians and gynecologist specialist are available. If you have sufficient time go directly to your treating doctor. Firstly let us focus on your pain in lower part of stomach plus spotting followed b... | |
Is it safe to have another surgery for stents within months?
Twelve. Weeks ago I had a heart attack , I needed to have stent surgery and they implanted 2 stents, afterwards I still have angina not all the time but a couple of times a week, after going back to see the doctor who did the surgery he thinks it would be be... | Hello and thank you for using HCM.I carefully read your question and I understand your concern.I will try to explain you something and give you my opinion.You should know that if it is a narrowing in your coronary artery than the intervention shold be as soon at is it possible.If it os not an emergency, than you can ta... | |
Periods delayed. Genital contact, no penetration, semen dripped near vagina. Spotting with pink discharge. Pregnancy chances?
Hi need an urgent reply about this. . . My period was due two days ago but didn t show up. My period is kind of irregular though and shows up maybe a few days late sometimes. Thing is, two days... | Hello,There is no chance of pregnancy in above type of sexual activity just prior to period due date (2 days ago). 1-7 days period date alteration is normal thing. You may take contraceptive pill to take extra protection against pregnancy but literally it is not necessary in this context. Also pill may cause next cycle... | |
Q. What does abutment of the nerve root mean?
Hi doctor,I am just wondering what is abutting and abutment of the nerve root means in a back issue. Please explain. What treatment is required for annular bulging and tear? | Hi. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. For further information consult a neurologist online --> | |
Son has low self confidence. Rarely gets up from bed. On medication for anxiety and depression. Treatment?
My son is 21years old. At age 13we noticed changes in his self confidence etc... we took him to the Dr had him evaluated after many Dr visits and the put him on anxiety medicine and anti depressants. Sad to say h... | Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query. I'm sorry to hear that your son has been doing badly despite treatment. In such cases, where multiple trials of medication fail, it is a wise thing to re-evaluate the case completely and re-examine the initial diagnosis. With the very little information you ... | |
What does purple dots on forehead of a child mean?
my 6 month old nephew has purple dots on his forehead. They were on his nose but moved to his forehead. A few days ago he had a red rash all over his body, that faded some but it came back again last night after the purple dots appeared on his forehead. His temperatur... | Hi.. by what you say I feel that you should be going through a mild allergic reaction of the skin or urticaria.Skin conditions are best diagnosed only after seeing directly. I suggest you to upload photographs of the same on this website, so that I can guide you scientifically.Please revert back to me with images so th... | |
What causes painful toe inspite of its fracture?
I broke my 4th tow on my right foot two years ago. I went and had it xrayed, after I broke it and they told me it was a spiral fracture.Now it has been giving me some pain and discomfort lately. is it possible that the bones have seperated? When I bend my toes it clicks... | Hello, There are few possibilities which cause pain even after 2 yr of injury in your great toe: 1. Fracture get malunited, if the fracture fragments get united at the incorrect position it will result in pain: 2. Fracture still not united i.e. nonunion. 3. If there are arthritis changes started in your toe then your t... |
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