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Will Celestamine tablets heal lower back pain?
Hi Doc, I have lower back pain, right in the center. It has been 2 weeks now.. The most impact is in the morning when I get up from sleep, after a while the pain subsides and I become 90% normal, I have pain but very minimal. I am prescribed to take celestamine 3 times a day, after each meal. What do u say? | Hi Welcome to healhcaremagic After going through your query I concluded that you are having chronic backache. Treatment of it is back exercises and analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief. Celestamine is a steroid. Long term use of steroids is not advisable for backache. You can get your vitamin D3 levels. If your level of vitamin D3 low then its supplements can be taken. You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any further questions then don't hesitate to writing to us . I will be happy to help you.You can also write to me directly on below link: you good health.Take care. | |
Over indulged in alcohol, must take DVLA medicines. How can I cleanse my liver?
Hi there, I have to take a DVLA medical in order to get my licence back, as it has just been christmas i did over-indulge on alcohol and have two weeks until my test and am concerned if i fail, can you enlighten me that if i donk drink for the next few weeks if i should be ok, also if there is anything else i can do to cleanse my liver? | Hello, It all depends upon he level of your liver enzymes at the moment. If they are very high at the moment then nothing can be done but if they are marginally high then total abstinence from alcohol along with regular exercises,fruit juices,plenty of water and a diet of fresh fruits and green vegetables for another two weeks,may help you. There is no medicine which can cleanse your liver. Best of luck Thanks | |
What is the rice sized lump near my armpit?
HI! thank you again for having this wonderful service online,IM a bit a of a hypochondriac always prodding and poking myself trying to find a lump to go along with my self diagnosis, currently being treated for it as well, but about 3 weeks ago i discovered a rice shaped lump under my arm close to the top near the armpit but not on the armpit, i've looked up the auxillery nodes and its not one of them, it doesnt hurt my mom told me im crazy and its just muscle and fat and that sometimes muscle hangs down and she told me i should exercise my girlfriend said everything would be okay too and shes a nurse, but its about hte size of (----) doesnt hurt doesnt feel swollen hangs freely and moves around no redness, also , im no more fatigued then normal, no cough other then when i smoke and theres no fever or any other symptoms of sickness. | Hi,Dear,thanks for the query.After going through details,In my opinion -apperars to be a wart,hanging loose from the armpit.Photograph would have resolved your query fast.Plz dont worry-as its harmless.I would advise to go to skin specialist or a surgeon nearby and get it removed if its disturbing you much.Thanks.Hope you got the answer.Wellcome again to HCM. | |
What is the treatment for frequent bowel movements?
my son is 1 month old, he do motion everytime i feed him, either breast feed or formula milk.its very smelly n he get hungry again after stool passing.dr gave him lactose free formula n enterogermina, bt there is no diffrence.im from Pakistan, plz help me out. | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic.What your kid is having is not a diarrhea and is only a gastro-colic reflux. It is quite common for babies of this age group t pass small amount of diarrhea or loose stools soon after feeds. This need not be treated as diarrhea and especially antibiotics are not indicated.Unless the kid's having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry.Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed)., | |
Burning sensation in lower lip, tingling, lower jaw hurts, incorrect orthodontics, done extensive mandible surgery
I have had a persistent burning and tingling sensation in my lower lip for the last coupe of days. Also my left lower jaw hurts on the medial /under side of the jaw bone. That side of my mandible has a capped tooth and the tooth behind it absent. I had extensive mandible/maxilla surgery many years ago after orthodontics done incorrectly which left a couple of wires in place. What are the possible options/ risks? | Hello and welcome.Thanks for sharing your concern.After going through the complete history, it appears that there could be an infection in the affected jaw.you might require antibiotics and analgesics.Also it is best to get it clinically evaluated.Therefore i would advise you to make a visit to your dentist.Hope it helps.Thanks.Take care. | |
I am having cutting and suicidal thoughts
If I m having cutting and suicidal thoughts should i get help in a psychiatric hospital again..because in the past i have a long history of being in mental health treatment centers and hospitals for cutting and suicide attempts,,the problem is if my urges get really bad i will act on them...i just need a answer from a professional!thanks Skylar | Hi,Foley, Thanks for query, As you have got suicidal tendency you require urgent to consult psychiatrist as this may produce very serious problem to your life. With treatment and consaulling with psychologist you will be alright. Ok asnd bye. | |
Sugget treatment for lung nodules
Hi, my wife has 2 nodules right lower lobe of lung. They are approx 4mm in length. Found about Dec 15. Told to come back and do another ct March 8. Whether show any increase in size or not should we look to go to MD Anderson ?? Live in Monroe,La. She is a smoker all her life (just quit 6 weeks ago) and father and aunt died from lung cancer. Would appreciate advice - Don t feel that our home town is the place to continue med assistence. | Thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your problem and situation.She is having following risk factors for nodules to be malignant in nature.1. Long history of smoking2. Family history of lung cancer.So I advice you to consult pulmonologist and get done regular follow up 3-4 monthly with1. CT thorax2. Bronchoscopic examination.At present, we have to just wait and watch. Because biopsy is not possible in 4 mm nodule.So we need to closely observe her by CT and bronchoscopy.And its good that she had quit smoking. Encourage her to continue quitting.It will help her a lot. | |
Is B12 injection free from animal extract?
Hi I m bhagyesh from india. I am 52 years old..i am pure vegetarian..no fish too.i want to know that is b12 injections are purely vegetarian or not? Please answer me as soon as possible as i have low b12 and i need to take injections very soon. Email: YYYY@YYYY | Hello,The injectable vitamin B-12 is made by a fermentation process without animal components. You can have the injection without any worries.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician | |
Why am I having choking feeling with throat pain?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I have been on inhaler Seroflo 250 twice and Xyzal tablet for quite some time after severe asthma.For last about 10 days,I have continuous throat pain and a feeling of swelling in the throat, though the cough has reduced a lot, whenever I cough I have a choking feeling and I really gasp for breath. The choking is very severe for 10 - 15 seconds and I can neither breathe in through the nose nor the mouth. It takes a minute or so to calm down to normalcy. | Seroflo is a inhaled steroid with bronchodilator.You should have to gurgle after each dose of seroflo by clear water....otherwise oral candidiasis /pharyngeal myopathy may develop/phsryngo-esophageal deposition of such steroid may cause local mucosal erosion...that may produce pain & choking sensation. Use with spacer for better delivery to respiratory tract & less deposition to oral cavity.For proper demonstration of spacer use ...contact any pulmonologist.Thank you. | |
5 year old kid suffering from bilirubin with jaundice and mild fever
my 5 years old daughter has normal liver enzymes but high total and direct bilirubin with jaundice , dark urine and mild fever. she feels well and no other complaints, like no nausea or vomiting and has normal appetite and these symptoms started only yesterday. what this could be? | Hi, Thanks for query, Your daughter is suffering from infective hepatitis. Avoid fat and give more carbohydrate and protein diet. Give plenty of water and glucose. Give B.complex. Give her complete rest. ok and bye. | |
Can birth control pills act as an emergency contraception?
Hi, I just had unprotected sex. & I finished my period yesterday, so I m not protected as I haven t used my contraceptive pills for a week. (Millinette 30/75) What shall I do??!! Am I able to use my birth control pills as emergency contraception?! I m really embarrassed to go and get emergency contraception from a pharmacy! | hello dear.understand your concern.you have no worries because u had sex in safe period of your menstruation cycle,so you already have no chance to take emergency contraception.so you can continue your birth control pills as you used earlier.& yes ,you used your contraceptive pills as emergency contraceptives.if u sex in unsafe period means in ovaulatory time,then you want higher dose of contraception.you hv to take 4 contraceptive pills as early as possible ,then another 4 pills after 12 hours.its only applicable if u take it within 72 hours after intercourse.hope this will help you.best regards.dr.sagar | |
Is itchy red welts all over my body after waking up an allergic reaction ?
I stayed at a friend s house and woke up itchy. Later I got huge itchy red welts all over my arms,some on my stomach, neck ,legs, hands and feet also. I went to the doctor and am now taking antibiotics . Please tell me it wasn t bed bugs or at least that they don t travel after they are fed because i m really hoping that I left it at her house. Also, there was more hours later that day. | Hi there. There is possibility that you may have eaten something you are allergic to like nuts, eggs, certain fish etc. Also lying in a bed with allergenic bedsheets or bed clothes can cause allergic wheals on the parts of the body exposed to the bedclothes. It could also have been an allergic reaction to an insect bite. You can take Tablet Cetrizine and you may need a steroid shot as well. Kindly consult your Doctor in this regard. Kindly get a consult at an Allergy clinic to find out what you may be allergic t so that you can avoid the same. This is the only way to prevent such attacks again. Wishing good health. Regards, | |
Exposed jaw bone right lower jaw.
after my hip surgery I NOTICED MY RIGHT LOWER JAW WAS SORE I WENT TO MY DENTIST THINKING IT WAS AN ABSESS HE SAID IT WAS EXPOSED BONE PROBABLY DUE TO THE DEVICE THAT WAS USED DURING SURGERY. I SAW HIM AGAIN TODAY AND HE SAID IT WAS GETTING BIGGER AND GAVE ME A MOUTH WASH NUMBING AGENT, HOWEVER THE PAIN IS STILL THERE . CAN THE GUM BE STICHED TOGETHER ? | hi, is that a lip surgery being mistakenly written as hip surgery? can you please give some more details of the surgery as well as the problem that you are facing..... tc. | |
What does fits with secretions from mouth means?
Sir, last night my 24 year brother after studying at least 4-5 hrs on computer with ear phone, went to sleep and suddenly is shaking his body, liquid comes from his mouth. He was unconcious. We took him to the hospital immediately, but in the span of 15-20 mnuntes without giving any medicine he became normal. I also submit that he had a problem of fits in the age of 4 years but he took proper treatment. I would like to know that does the same problem arises agsing with him and what is the process of medication? | Hi, As your brother had a history of getting seizures, the chances of this event being an epileptic seizure is high.He also had lost his consciousness and regained it spontaneously with excess salvation points again at relapse of epilepsy.Treatment of epilesy depends on type of epilepsy and the underlying cause. How exactly things started, did he feel anything abnormal before start of fits, from where exactly did the fits start would give some clue.An EEG and imaging by CT scan or MRI will help.once confirmed treatment depends on cause. Usually Antiepileptic drugs like sodium valporate or carbamazepine that I start on my patients will be stopped in 5 years. Some patients may require longer, even life long need for medicines and it will ensure a seizure free life. | |
Is there any alternate to an angiogram?
My father is due to have a second angiogram but he has a psychological/nervous problem in that he cannot pee in front of anyone into an urinal and having a catheter inserted into his penis was very very painful the first time he had an angiogram. Is there an alternative method, for example placing a condom like rubber (with a tube at end leading to a bag) over his penis.? | yes. a condom catheter is commonly used during an angiogram. he can request this of his nurse at the time of preparation. | |
What causes drop in platelet count with history of hashimoto's?
i have had hashimotos since 3005, i've also had slapingo-oophorectomy. back then i had probloms with low hemoglobin, but my platelet count was normal. in 209 my platelet count had drooped to 101,000. then Nov of last year i had unexplained high temp when CBC was done my platelet count had dropped to 81,000, the physichian told me to take Ferli_6 one tab per day-that didn't seem to help coz it dropped to 71,000 within 2 weeks. then it seemed to get better. in jan my family doctor told me to take 2 Ferli per day n bt the 23rd the platelet count had increasd to 82,000. then on the 16th i had another bout with high temp another cbc was taken n it showed a drop of platelet to 65,000(all in 20 days). should i worry? | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have low platelet count with fever. You may have viral fever like dengue or other type. You should test for dengue and malaria and then take treatment accordingly. It has no relation with your hashimotos thyroiditis or your surgery. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
Should I concern the low haemoglobin level?
my 14 month old son has had suspected cows milk allergy since 12weeks resulting in constipation, he has just undergone some investigations (bowel and stomach biopsy) they all came back normal but the results of his bloods showed very low haemoglobin levels, they took more bloods and want to see him in a few weeks, is this anything to worry about and can they correct themselves in this time? | Hi,Welcome to Hcm,I understand your concern. Low hemoglobin is definitely a problem for a small baby like yours but its not a thing to worry so much about. The problem depends on how low the hemoglobin level is. There are so many reasons for the low hemoglobin in a child and the duration required to correct it also depends on the type. Your doctor did right by doing blood tests which is only way to make a diagnosis why the level is low. Hope all those results come out normal too. Take care. | |
What causes pain in ribs and petechial rash all over stomach?
About two weeks ago I broke out in a petechiae rash all over my stomach, arms, legs, back; the nurse on the phone had me go into the ER and the doctor was concerned. However bloodwork(cbc & liver tests) came back fine, so they sent me home. Now it s been two weeks and the rash hasn t subsided. Should I expect this, or should it have gone away by now? Thanks! Im a 27 year old female, generally very healthy and no other problems except I ve had intermittent pain in my ribs over the last year or so(kept thinking I was just sleeping wrong until the nurse just told me otherwise). I have an appointment for the pain and to follow up with the petechaie this Friday. My curiousity is just getting the best of me! Thanks for your help! | Hello, The symptoms seem to be related to an allergic reaction. I suggest using Cetirizine. I also suggest using Calamine lotion for local application at the rash area. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician | |
What causes fever and headache in a child?
Hi. My husband and I just found out that our adopted special needs 11 yr old son is heterozygous. He suffers from the fevers and headaches along with his other many special needs. Noone will really explain what this is in my language and when we looked it up online the info was very overwhelming and terrifying!! Now they want to do a blood genetics test. Can you please please please tell me exactly what this is? | Hello,It may be due to viral fever. For that you can give syp acetaminophen. Keep him hydrated. He may require antibiotics after pediatrician consultation. Continue nebulization Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr Shyam Kale Family and general physician | |
What causes increased BP levels and swelling in ankles?
My husband is 6' tall, weighs 225 lb, and is 49 yr old. His blood pressure was 190 over 110 when checked last week. RecentlyI notice a wheezing/whistling in his breathing (at rest) after sexual relations. I also notice that he gets swelling in his ankles from time to time. He is on no medications. He is unwilling to see the physician. | hi,due to high blood [pressure from many years , most likely his heart is affectedbreathlessness during sex and pedal edema indicate that heart in not fullywella 2 d echo should be done iimmidiately to see the hypertrophy of the left ventricle of heart and to see the pumping capacity of the heart called lvef donot neglect the symptoms and ask him to take blood pressure medications other wise he can land up in cardiac ailmentsthanks | |
What causes chronic pain, lupus symptoms?
Can you still have a serious issue with gluten...wheat,soy ect but not have any test come back with celiac disease... except for monoclonnal protein. I am 43 years old, weight 130 lbs, chronic pain....lupus/RA symptoms, but all test come back negative. I did test positive for wheat, soy, yeast and coconut. I am feeling better since trying to eliminating these from my diet...but so many hidden. | Please get anti TTg - IgA antibody levels tested for celiac disease , they can be helpful but biopsy remains landmark for the same . | |
Small rashes appeared all over body. What is the cause and cure?
HELP! I ve been having sudden (small) rashes popping up on random spots on my body, 3 under my armpit, 1 on each side of my arms, (close to the elbow ) and 2 on my stomach, I dont understand! I have a clean room, i shower daily, i have a normal diet , and i get all these rashes. then when i scratch then, they dry up and turn into a dark spot! Then when i try cleaning it off, it wont go away! Whats happening?!?!?! | Hello, You have said that you have rashes but whether it is associated with itching or fever?? Rashes may be of different types....It may also occur on exposure to sunlight....Anyway watch for some more time & if it spreads better consult a dermatologist... Take care.... | |
Constant mood wings, happy and sad at times, excess negativity. How can I overcome this?
My husband id 41 years old and sometimes he happy then sad it s a up and down constantly he can be very negative at times and this kind of behavior is about to push me away and not be apart of this marriage anymore. I did hear from a family member that he had a plate placed in his back head area but he has never dicussed this matter with me at all. | Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query. Your husband's symptoms could be indicative of a mood disorder. However he needs a detailed psychological assessment to make a definitive diagnosis. If he does have a psychiatric disorder, then there are effective treatment options available - in the form of medication or counselling / psychotherapy which will help him overcome your problems. I would advise both of you to see a psychiatrist or a counsellor to help sort out your marital problems. Wish you all the best. - Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar Consultant Psychiatrist | |
Could influenza causes bleeding from ear?
I was diagnosed with Inflenza A two days ago. Today I've had some slight bleeding from my left ear. Could the two be related? Should I make a repeat visit to the doctor's office ( I don't want to infect others unnecessarily.), and how long does the flu usually last? I've had cold symptoms for over a week, but no fever until early yesterday morning. | The bleeding from the ear can be surely due to Influenza infection. Please consult your doctor. The viral symptoms generally last for upto a week. | |
What causes pain in my chest?
Over the last two days I've had chest pains that aren't quite severe, but are pretty painful. Along with these chest pains my left arm has been in the same pain. I am 21, and would just like to know what's wrong and if I need to go into the doctor | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. Yes, you should definitely consult doctor and rule out heart diseases. Left sided chest pain with left arm pain are commonly seen with heart diseases. So get done blood pressure monitoring, ecg and 2d echo. If all these are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases. Sometimes musculoskeletal pain can cause similar symptoms. So take painkiller and muscle relaxant drugs like ibuprofen and thiocolchicoside. Apply warm water pad on affected areas. Avoid movements causing pain. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these but first rule out heart diseases. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
What causes fever and 'pl. vivax ring form' in blood test?
Respected Dr. i am 24 years old suffering from fever from last 3-4 days, i checked my blood samples.In my blood report it is return as platelets are adequate,P1.vivax ring form seen. what it means DR. and also my DR. recommended me tab cifran,cap ocid,tab fasigyn, tab lumerax so what precaution and which type of decese i have plz tell me.. | you are suffering from malaria fever.tablet lumerax is for malaria.continue it as per your doctor advise.feedback. | |
Is the missed periods symptoms of getting conceived?
Hi, I am 32 years old, preparing for getting conceive for second baby , also taking treatment for last one year. The abdomen scan report says ever thing is normal. I have a 7 year old son. This month my doctor suggested me M2 tone, clofert tab & Fertisure tab. Usually my menstrual cycle used to be very regular. But this month the bleeding was only 1% comparatively. I got a negative urine test in my 35 day of missed menstrual. Is this the symptoms of getting conceived? | Hi, I think you can be pregnant. It can happen due to delayed implantation. Do a urine pregnancy test after one week if you don't get your periods. If positive consult a doctor. If negative, go for a ultrasound. You ma6 need some medicines for inducing periods. It can also happen due to stress and infection also. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo | |
What causes fluttering feeling below the breast?
I recently bruised my ribs (6 days ago) doctors at a&e were happy my organs were OK. Today, I started feeling rattling on left side of chest, right below my breast. I can feel it when I out my hand there too. It only happens when I take deep breaths, in and out. I do a lot of running and exercise, which I m adament I won t stop doing. Is there any need to worry about this? | Hello I have read your query. There is possibility of rib costochondritis leading to pain. Neurotropic medication like pregabalin and methylcobalamine can be started consulting your doctor. Physiotherapy like IFT And TENS will help you. Another possibility of rib contusion.CT scan will help you in diagnosis. I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care. | |
Suggest treatment for bump on middle finger
I HAVE A BUMP ON MY MIDDLE FINGER RIGHT BELOW THE NAIL BED. IT IS SOFT BUT IT IS NOT A BLISTER AS I TRIED TO POP IT. iT IS NOT A WART BUT IT LOOKS UNSIGHTLY AND I THINK IT MAY BE GETTING BIGGER. I AM WONDERING IF IT IS A CYST OF SOME KIND AND HOW I CAN GET IT REMOVED? | Hi.A bump in the middle finger can be due to cyst or wart or epidermoid cyst. The best way is to get this checked by a Surgeon and to get a clinical diagnosis.If it is a wart or so, medicines or cauterization can cure it . It it is a cyst of any nature , it will have to be excised. | |
What cause 30 minutes bleeding after intercourse?
I am on the birth control depo shot and I just had sex 3 days ago and bled for like 30 mins and I never have bed while on this birth control also we had unprotected sex and my lower back is achy really bad I just got a sore throat yesterday and I have frequent urination am I pregnant or do I have a uti? | Hi dear and thanks for your query.Bleeding after intercourse may be caused by a cervical infection because you have and lower back ache .But lower back ache with frequent urination may be caused by an urinary infection.Hence we cant exclude vaginal trauma,that can cause vaginal bleeding.Get a pelvic examination with a vaginal swab and chlamydia test and urinalysis.All the best | |
What causes fever and chest infection in a child?
Hello, it is now 4 weeks my 3.5 years old is having fever between 37.8 and 38.5. He had 2 types of antibiotics (as he was diagnosed with chest infection) and now GP says chest is clean when he listens but my son still has fever. GP said, I need to have a chest Xray. But does not he need a blood test or another check in parallel? Urine test is clean Thank you very much | Good evening Does the child have cough or cold or any other symptoms?Is his fever responding to medications? And we're the antibiotics given were appropriate and in correct doses?If the fever is significant then at least a basic CBC should be done. If Chest is clean why X-ray is asked for?Also any other findings on examination would help in diagnosis and proper treatment. | |
Q. Please give a suitable advise to enlarge my penis size?
Hello doctor, I am 25 years old. I got married six months back but I am not satisfied with my sex relationships because my penis is so small and not getting up for more time. So, please give me any suitable advice which can help my penis to get large and satisfy me and my partner. | Hi. I have read your problems carefully. Your complaints are of small penis and less pleasure in sex. At first, you have to know details about sex and female orgasm. Normal sexual time is 2 to 5 minutes. Sometimes, it may be more or less. And sexual pleasure not depends on time and size of the penis. It is a myth that a large penis is good. But it is not true. A large penis may be troublesome for your partner. Now coming to the solution. 1. Small penis: there is some exercise which may help. But do not expect more. Do not use the device. It may harm. 2. Sexual pleasure: sexual pleasure mainly depends on foreplay rather than sex. More foreplay gives your partner more pleasure. Even only with foreplay, fingering and oral sex can make your partner pleased. So concentrate on those. 3. Less time: time may be low or high. You should mind it that, anxiety make your sexual time low and less pleasurable. So do not be anxious. There is some way to make your sex lengthy. Such as coitus interrupts. When you think cum is coming, just withdraw, take some pause and start again. Make more foreplay in coitus. Doing sex slowly. Do not be in a hurry. You can try Duloxetine 20 to 30 mg, 30 minutes before bedtime. It may help. But you should keep in mind that, there is some side effect of Duloxetine such as nausea, dizziness. Do not worry about that. | |
How to overcome masturbation addiction?
i have been masterbating since i was 13 and im 20 now i been waiting to stop since november of 2014 i can stop up to a month but then i go back to it again feel angry and ashame how can i resesit the desire to masterbate i do it alot up to 4 to 8 times a day im tired of it its more of the imgines of porn that i go back to masterbate how can i stop and is it unhealthy to do it to much | HelloIt is good that you are trying to get rid of masturbation addiction.You should avoid provocative literature and videos.You should try to be calm and try to engage yourself in your job.You can do meditation and yoga.You may also need psychological counselling.You should take healthy and nutritious diet.Get well soon.Take CareDr.Indu Bhushan | |
Suggest treatment for fever and chest infection
my father was suffering from fever from last 15 days. blood test for all fever like typhoid, dengue malaria all ere -ve. after that our family phy advised for chest X day where it was deducted chest infection and water in lungs. please is this serious concerns. need your suggestion | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. Chest infection, water in lungs (pleural effusion) and persistent fever are more suggestive of tuberculosis.So get done sputum examination for tuberculosis. He will need anti tubercular drugs for at least 6-8 months.With proper treatment, TB is 100% curable.So no need to worry much, consult pulmonologist and start treatment. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your father. Thanks. | |
Q. l got a sore hard lump after the removal of wisdom tooth. Is it normal?
Hello doctor,I just got one side of my wisdom teeth removed both upper and lower six days ago, and I have another one scheduled after two days for the left side. The upper is 100 % fine, which they pulled. The lower they pulled the tooth without removing the root because it was too close to the nerve. I do have some stitching in this area currently on the lower cheek. Noticed a hard lump about 1 inch between my lower jawline and cheek area. Is this normal because of swelling or something else. Currently taking Amoxicillin 500 mg and Ibuprofen 600 mg. Please let me know what this hard lump is, also generally on the lower side where this lump is, remains sore. | Hello. The lump is mostly a hard swelling which forms postsurgical removal of the wisdom tooth or maybe even by swollen lymph nodes due to infection. It takes a week or two for the swelling to subside. Sometimes, if the root is still inside, the infection may be remaining there causing swelling. Get an X-ray done to find out the exact problem and stronger antibiotics like Augmentin (Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid) along with a painkiller for a week. For more information consult a dentist online --> | |
What causes blood coming during spit which looks like clot?
I have notice that every morning i spit out blood from my mouth, kind of looks like little blood clots. I'm fine the rest of the day it only seems to be when i first wake up. Any suggestions? I went to the dentist today but didnt mention anything to him and said everything looks good on my cleaning. | Hello dear,First of all dont worry and be relaxed. I have gone through your query thoroughly. I will provide you with my best possible advice.First of all I would like to tell you that always discuss problems with your doctor because it will help him/her to make more accurate treatment plan.Blood in the spit may arise due to many causes. But the most common cause is gingivitis(gum inflammation) or periodontitis(pyorrhea).Usually it gets corrected after scaling.Meanwhile I am advising few things- * Use ultrasoft toothbrush and brush your teeth twice daily. * Use gum astringents like stolin/dentakind-L 3-4 times a day for 15 days. * Eat more green leafy vegetables and have diet rich in protein. * Warm saline gargle 2-3 times daily.Hope this will help you. If there is any more query or question regarding this in your mind, you are free to ask any time.Take CareRegards | |
Why is my shoulder grinding and popping?
Hi! I am Lisa, thank you for your help. My left shoulder feels as if it is grinding and popping. Also, a lot of pain and I can t lift it. I had surgery to remove bone spurs and my shoulder was shaved off a bit. The pain, grinding and pain are worse. What could this be? | hi Lisa.You had surgery to remove bone spur and shoulder was shaved off a bit and now you feel pain ,grinding and popping sensation . In the initial stages after surgery the stiffness may increase and these symptoms appear. My recommendation will be to take pain killers , and start a program of physiotherapy. | |
What causes elevated ESR levels in blood while having typhoid?
hello sir, i have been suffering from typhoid fever since last week.i also had a blood test where i found that my ESR is very high and almost touching 40mm mark.is it a worrying sign? or is it controllable? my fever is also fluctuating a lot.sometimes i have normal temperature around 98 degrees for a whole day and next day it again peaks around 100 till 101 degrees.i am also being absent from my work from last week coz of of fatigue and weakness.my company rules are not really lenient for absentees.i am also taking medicine but i want some speedy recovery.sir hoping for some advice from ur side.i ll be really grateful for your act of kindness. | Hello and welcome to HCM,Continuous low grade fever with raised ESR is suggestive of chronic disease e.g. tuberculosis.Tuberculosis is usually associated with low grade fever, night sweats, weakness, decreased appetite, tiredness, and fatigue.The symptoms mentioned by you can be due to typhoid, however, typhoid does not usually cause an elevated ESR level.I suggest you to consult your primary healthcare provider for clinical examination and relevant investigations. A Mantoux test and X-ray chest should be done initially.Management will be decided once the result of the investigations is received.Thanks and take careDr Shailja P Wahal | |
What causes a muscle pain in the abdomen?
I am a 31 year old female. My stomach feels like i pulled a muscle. Its near my bell button on my left side. The pain comes and goes. I won t have any pain for months...and then it will hurt for a few days. It hurt when I cough or sneeze or stretch in the wrong way. I am not pregnant. What is this? | Hello, The symptoms are consistent with a spasm of abdominal muscle. As a first line management, you can take drugs like baclofen for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest remedy for bed wetting
my 6 year old son is being prescribed desmomelt, he wets the bed at least twice a night so was told this would help stop the bedwetting. My concerns are what are the side effects of this and also my son had HSP last year and took a lot of steroids, I really didn t want to give him more types of medication unless really necessary!!! | hi.sorry to hear about your son.bed wetting during night can be avoided without drugs following simple measures like avoid fluids after 6 pm.making child pass urine before bed and 2 hrs after he went to bed.you can try bed alarm too.keep a diary to note wetfree days and encourage him.he will outgrow this problem without drugs.try it.good day | |
What causes a crack sound while sprinting or jumping high long after an injury?
Hi, I got injured a year and 5 months ago I would go to the doctor about 3 times a month but they would never find out what’s wrong to this day I can’t sprint or jump very high in a jumping house because I know that at one point I will hear a crack. Do you any of you guys know what’s wrong with me. And by the way I did go to therapy for about 2 months and it didn’t help. | Hi, It could be a locked knee or foreign body trapped inside. You can consult an orthopedician and plan for an MRI scan. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest treatment for crying in a child while passing stools
hi , My son is 2 years and 1 month.he is always crying whenever he is passing a motion.is this a problme or i have to consult a pediatriceian..i have consulted pediatrician and they suggested me to give syrub looz but his motion is not very solid..but i tried giving looz syrub also ,but still he is crying ...please suggest me what i have to do now?it will greatful to u if u help me in that | hi, crying while passing stools in a child can be due to hard stools, infective stools, worm infestation. In most cases, the main reason for crying during passing motion is due to hard stools. Since, in case of your child hard stools are not present we have to look for other causes of crying during passing motions. in case of infective stools, the stools become acidic and as a result when the child passes motion it causes burning sensation due to which child cries during passing motion. In worm infestation there can be pain while passing motions. Kindly do stool for routine microscopy test and stool culture test. Give more Fluids to child. Give soft diet to child. Review with reports. Are re examination with doctor should be done so that we may not miss any important finding. An ultrasound abdomen is also recommended. Take care. | |
What causes bumps on fingers, palms and ankles?
i have bumps under skin on finger palms ankles ,i have cut them off they grow back not filled with any liquid i have burn them and scarred my skin some returned i do not know what to do? im not sure if its related but i have 2 spots on hand pink out side white on inside? and one on foot with a crater in middle like chunk of skin is missing? any help or ideas would be great | Hi,Dear,Welcome with your query to HCM.Studied your query in full depth of its details.Reviewed it in context of your health concerns.Based On the facts, You mostly seem to suffer from-Mulitple Warts from specific strain of HPV virus-with Palmer and Planter flatter warts.FNAC Biopsy of these lesions would be needed to confirm the diagnosis.Imoquimod 5% cream would give resolution or could be with Bleomycin injections in the warts.Surgical Excision with extra marginal excision- after the FNAC cofirmation would resolve the issues forever.Hope that ,This reply would help you to plan further treatment soon with your treating doctors.Best of Luck and early recovery.Welcome any further query in this regard,which would be replied in next session.Good Day!!Dr.Savaskar M.N.Senior Surgical Specialist | |
Q. What can be the reason for bad taste in my mouth coupled with constipation?
Hello doctor, Two weeks ago, I started Wellbutrin SR. I started with a dose of 100 mg in the first week. In the second week, I went up to 200 mg following doctor's orders. The doctor also prescribed Trazodone 100 mg at night when needed for sleep. I stopped taking Trazodone because I felt drained and exhausted all day. The next day, I was also taking Wellbutrin in the morning. Once I stopped the Trazodone, I immediately felt a difference. I was not exhausted and I was not irritable. It has been five days since I started experiencing a bad taste in my mouth and overall I am not feeling good. I have also been taking Phentermine 37.5 mg for weight loss for the past two weeks. I am also on a birth control pill. Could this be the cause of it? I have a bad taste in my mouth, constipation, headaches, and a stomachache. In the past, I have taken Lexapro for depression. I have gained weight of 20 pounds in three months, have lost the sexual drive, and I have exhaustion and I am irritable. What can be done? | Hello. Your unpleasant taste in the mouth could be due to one of the two reasons listed below: Are you a smoker? Which type of OCPs are you taking? Do you have any family history of blood clots? Did you have any blood clots in the legs or lungs? I suggest you try Omeprazole 20 mg once daily 30 minutes before breakfast daily. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and with their consent take the medicines. Preventive measures include the fact that the combo of Phentermine and Wellbutrin together can increase the risk for seizures. If you are prone to seizures, have only one of these drugs. You need to reduce spicy and sweet foods intake. You should also avoid eating in the last two hours before bedtime. Follow up as needed. For more information consult an internal medicine physician online --> | |
What is the treatment for asthma and breathlessness?
i am asthaamatic patient, my ge is 66 years. Last one week i am having breathlessness. i use ventroline inhalar, as sos. i also take two pufs morning , evening. i am periscribed DOXOLIN 400 mg.1/2 morning -evening.i would lile to now what is the adventage over Deriphyline150 mg. and what is the side effect of Doxolin 400 mg.will the tablet help in reducing breathlessnwess? | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicDeriphyllin is the same as a medication called theophylline. It is used to help relax the airways.Doxolin is similar to theophylline but is thought to have fewer side effects.If you are having recurrent attacks, you should also consider increasing your preventer medication.This means that your steroid inhaler dose may need to be increased. If it is at its maximum then you should be using a combination inhaler (a steroid inhaler plus long acting bronchodilator)This would be the best way of controlling your asthmaI hope this helps | |
How are blocked arteries in the heart treated?
My sister in law had a massive heart attack On Friday, she had to be resuscitated ,she s 61 yrs old, Sunday her eyes opened for awhile. They gave her something to slowly bring her out of the coma they tried but she s still in the induced coma. What are her chances? They found she has 2 blocked arteries one is 100% clogged &the other is 80% closed what do they do for this | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. After going through the medical details provided by you I understand your concern and i would like to tell you that to open blocked arteries angioplasty ( stent placement on arteries) or Open heart surgery are two options depending on the type of disease and patient's condition. As you said your sister is in coma then angioplasty will be better option but you should talk to her Treating Cardiologist who can make you better understand for her current situation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Suggest treatment for swollen and painful legs
I developed swelling from toes to thigh on right side following a fall where I twisted my leg at the knee.I now have severe edema from just above knee to toes.So much swelling I cant get my shoe on.It also has developed bruising and petchia over same area.It is warm to touch and painful when using leg. I used the RICE treatment and a crutch which improved it forr several weeks.Then twisted it walking and its even more swollen and painful.Is this something that should be treated as emergency? | HiWelcome to healthcaremagicI have gone through your query and understand your concern.It has been injury to your leg and knee. There is swelling in leg and feeling of warmth. You should start antibiotics and analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief. If you have pain then it is an emergency and you require urgent doctor care. You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then don't hesitate to write to us. I will be happy to help you.Wishing you a good health.Take care. | |
Hip surgery. Why explosive diarrhea? Help
Hi my grandfather has been in the hospital for hip surgery for the last 3 1/2 weeks. Following the surgery, he started to have explosive diarrhea even though he has not really had much of an appetite . He has always been one to have a hearty appetite so we thought that it was just stress from surgery. We chalked the diarrhea up to a reaction to the post surgery antibiotics . However, it has been non stop now. Every night. And it is mostly liquid. However, the other night, mixed with the liquid were these perfectly round, marble sized balls which looked white/off white in color. Any idea what this could be? Thanks | Hello, This is surely because of antibiotics.Marble sized stools are due to his inactivity and being lying down.White color is due to reduced bile in stools.I think this should resolve when he gets ambulatory and antibiotics are stopped. Mean while maintaining hydration and giving regular anti-diarrhea drugs can be good approach. Regards. | |
Suggest treatment for painful abscess between buttocks
I got diagnosed with an abcess on my buttcrack and was given antibiotics, it has now became a pimple and is slowly draining should I go to the hospital again or try and pop it more its still causing an extreme amount of pain I cant sit for a long period of time? | Hi,Now what requires is proper dressing after removing pus form the wound with antibiotic cream or with gauze pack with antibiotic lotion.Complete the course of antibiotic medicine.Gradually wound will be healed up.Ok and take care. | |
What are symptoms of down s syndrome?
My son born a month back is suspected to have Down Syndrome. we went for an ECG & found to be normal. Doctor have adviced for Karyotype test. Blood sample has been taken two times by Ranbaxy lab persons, but every time they are telling that something called cell culture is not taking place. what can be problem? Now they are asking for 3rd time Blood sample. it is very pity for taking the blood of 1 month old for the 3rd time as his veins are still not showing up. | Hi... I understand your concern. Sometimes cell culture will not be successful if the kid has been on antibiotics within the past 28 days. I suggest you enquire about this feature with your pediatrician before taking blood for cell culture and karyotyping next time.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
What causes dizziness with weak bones?
i just got dizzy out of nowhere , I ate Chinese food like about 7 hours ago .. this has never happened before and I m kind of scared .. I just ate cup noodles and I m drinking a bottle of water write now . what does this mean ? and my bones kind of feel weak .. what does this mean ? | Hi, This is known as MSG symptom complex this happens after eating Chinese food. One may headache, sweating, nausea, tiredness, and rapid heart rate. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Gaurang B. Shah, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
What do the HBeAg results mean?
hi doctor, my blood test results recently shows that i am HBeAg reactive with 378.94 (the reference ranges should be more than = 1.0 (cutoff)). Could you please explain more on this to me especially for the viral load part...and what medication should i go for it in order to cure this problem? i hope you can recommend some to me!! what are the side effects if i m HBeAg reactive carrier? thanks!! | HIWell come to HCMHBeAg is the antibody test for the viral infection of the liver parenchymal cell particularly for Hepatitis this confirm the pathological process of disease, as such this is viral infection then direct treatment of HBeAg is not there, but underlying cause need to be treated hope this helps. | |
Is monocef 50 mg the right medicine for dermatitis?
hello doctor, Can i use Monocef 50mg oonly for kid tablet for my daughter. she is 20 months old with 27pound. she is having bad dermatitis everywhere on her body except face. Her pediatric prescribed hydrocortisone butrate since last 4 months we are using same cream but of no use. Monocef is prescribed by family doctor from our country.we live outside.could you please respond to my question. Will be very much helpful. | HelloDermatitis can be allergic or infective in origin. Hydrocotisone is an steroid and works for allergic dermatitis. Antibiotic is needed in infective dermatitis.Long term dermatitis is usually due to allergic or other causes not due to infection.For me it does not appear to be infective dermatitis so there is no need of antibiotic. Monocef contains ceftriaxone and it is an injectable antibiotic.It is not available in oral form. Monocef-o contains cefpodoxime proxetil and it is available in tab form.Even if antibiotic is needed Monocef-o is not a very good choice. Most of the skin infections occur due to infection of staphylococcus. Amoxycillin or amoxycillin with clavulanate is a better choice.Dose of monocef-o is 10-15 mg/kg/day in two divided dosage.I would suggest you to consult a skin specialist for reevaluation of the condition and management accordingly. | |
What causes high frequency muscle twitching in the shoulders, upper chest and entire head?
What condition can cause high frequency mussel twitching, more like a vibration in the shoulders, across the upper chest, neck (mainly back of neck) and entire head? I can actually hear a low frequency hum in my ear. Ativan seems to lessen these vibrations but once it wears off, they are back. They can get very intense with visual distortions and and minor pain as well. | May be cervical spondylitis and hypercalcemia. U should go for cervical spine X ray and MRI spine. Serum calcium levels should also be checked. | |
Suggest treatment for erectile dysfunction
Hi, Hope you r doing well.I have issue of lower angle erection, My penis gets erection at lower angle almost downward. I have almost 7 to 8 inch penis. Is this because of longer penis, or suspensor y ligament issue. I do masturbation on regular basis (twice in a week), my age is 30, I have never practice any penis exercise to lengthen penis etc. so could you please let me know why my erection angle is down and how I can get my erection almost parallel to floor. Pls suggest exerceise if any. or dont need to worry. | Hello, There is nothing to worry about the downward angle. Ability to perform the sexual act and ejaculation and inciting pregnancy counts. Not the angle of penis erection. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. K. V. Anand, Psychologist | |
How can a bulging forearm lump with burning and tingling be treated?
Hi Doc. Ive noticed this lump on my right Forearm(On Top not under) over toward thee left of my right arm & just an inch from my hand. I think it could be associated with either a enlarged vein or a pulled muscle. But I can clearly see the vein & when I bend my wrist backwards I notice it looks Bulging. Theres no actual Pain but I do feel weakness in my arm & a occasional Burning tingling feeling but it is very Slight. What do you think it is. I do masturbate from time to time, Infact I 1ST noticed this at a time where I had masturbated the night B4. I also TYPE on my computer a lot as well. Ive also been on Prescription Pills or would this part just be a coincidence. | Hi,Dear,Thanks for your query to HCM.Studied your query in full depth of its details.Reviewed it in context of your health concerns.Based On the facts,You seem to suffer from-Ganglion Cysts of the Right forearm,as they are on top of the wrist with little burning sometime.As these bulge out on extension of the wrist backwards/posteriorly,this confirms the Ganglion of the Wrist small joints/ or it could be a bursitis of the ventral wrist./ or could be bursitis with Carpell Tunnel causing Burning pain.USG/CT study of the wrist right would fix the diagnosis.Arthroscopic CT guided Excision/or laser ablation is the gold standard treatment of Gangions in this wrist region.Hope this reply would satisfy you and would help you to plan further treatment with your doctor there.Welcome any further query in this regard,which would be replied in next session..Good Day!!Dr.Savaskar M.N.Senior Surgical SpecialistM.S.Genl-CVTS | |
What causes faster heart beat?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...my son's heart has been beating really fast "but only a few times" at one point it really scarred me but when we took him to get his blood presure taken it was 120/80. It didn't last long only for about 3 minutes that his heart was beating extremly fast just out of the blue. what could it be? | Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Increased heart rate can be because of a lot of reasons. It can be simple increase of heart rate because of any stressor or after exercise. If it occurs in resting state, it can be also because of abnormal conduction system of heart called as supraventricular arrhythmia. So you need certain tests to rule out same.1) ECG at the time of palpitation. If duration of palpitation is small than we put a 24 hr ECG monitoring called as holter monitoring.2) Thyroid function test3) 2D EchoAfter these test get yourself evaluated from your doctor.Regards,Dr. Sameer Maheshwari | |
What can be done to reduce the redness of my face?
I used facial bleach before sleeping last night, and forgot to use sunblock earlier today before sun exposure. Needless to say, I was my face was quite exposed to the sun without protection all day. Now my face is really red. What can I do to reduce the redness? | Hello. Thank you for writing to us at healthcaremagicYou seem to have developed an Acute sunburn. Bleaching the day before, did seem to have reduced the threshold for it to occur.If I was the treating doctor I would start you on Oral steroids for a week.Topically, you may use a moderately potent topical steroid e.g fluticasone proionate 0.05% twice daily for a week.Steroids are antiinflammatory and therefore bring down the redness and swelling associated with a sunburn.Steroids, oral as well as topical are anti-inflammatory and I suggest that you visit a dermatologist in your vicinity for a confirmatory diagnosis as well as appropriate treatment. An OTC oral antihistamine e.g cetrizine 10 mg once daily will provide you symptomatic relief from discomfort.Always use a broaad spectrum sunscreen throughout the day, whenever outdoors. Reapply every 2-3 hours.Regards | |
Suggest treatment for severe abdominal pain and bile vomiting without a bowel movement
I have of sever abdominal pain. I work swing shift so he ate lunch at 8pm which consisted of a peanut butter and honey taco wrap. I had a bowel movement at noon but not since then. I puke bile when I go to try and use the bathroom for a bowel movement. I m assuming due to trying to force it. Symptoms occurred about a half hour after lunch. what could this be? | Hi, Severe pain in abdomen associated with vomiting bile after lunch should not be ignored.I would advise you the following in such a situation to confirm or rule out any cause.Rush to nearest Hospital or ER.X-ray of abdomen in standing position.Ultrasonography of abdomen and pelvis.Tests of blood, stool and urine.Clinical evaluation by a Doctor, preferably a General Surgeon can help to get the probable diagnosis and to be correlated with investigations.If there is a surgical cause like intestinal obstruction or perforation you may need surgery.IF the cause is medical like gastroenteritis or so then medical management will help you.Maintain hydration and electrolyte balance.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. T Chandrakant, General Surgeon | |
What causes rise in bp?
hi I had my blood pressure taken yesterday at gp surgery and it was recorded at 153 over 103. I was told it was high and to get it checked again in a couple of months. My blood pressure has been monitored over the past six months or so and each reading has been shown to be high but yesterday was the highest todate. Is it ok to wait another couple of months to have it checked. I am 46yr old female, 5, 7" tall, weigh 12st (have been losing weight steadily over past six months to help lower blood pressure with abt 1 stone still to go) otherwise in good health | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. No need to wait further. You are having persistently high blood pressure readings over 6 months of period. So you should start anti hypertensive drug after consulting your doctor. You are 46 years old, so mostly approaching menopause. And during this period of life, hormonal imbalance can cause hypertension. Along with antihypertensive drug and weight reduction, strict salt restriction in diet is also needed. So you should definitely start anti hypertensive drug without further delay. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Can low viscosity of the blood be cured by medicine?
respected Doctor, I am Sudhir Seth-Male-49-MumbaiI was diagonosed with Bell.s Palsy on 01july 2011 All tests ecg . sugar reports are normal, but i brain M<RI it shows INFARCT, My BP is now 148/100. now my family doctor says that this happened due to low viscosity of blood now I am on ClopitapA75 daily one. when will I be Cured?please help me. thank you. | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have history of brain infarct. So you should take clopidogrel and aspirin life long. It will decrease the chance of clotting of blood. So should take it life long. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
Is hcg shot developing heaviness in heart?
I feel weird, it s my second day of taking the hcg shots. My heart feels heavy or that s the best way I can describe it. I m a little tingly on my left side. I m only 27. Is it just because it s the second day. My doctor isn t answering. I m taking 20cc | Hello, The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said it has received reports of serious adverse events associated with the use of HCG injections including cases of pulmonary embolism, depression, cerebrovascular issues, cardiac arrest and death. Please see your clinician immediately. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Ajeet Singh, General & Family physician | |
Swelling near eusophagus
Thank you Dr. As you asked, yes the swelling does subside after sometime. Earlier it used to subside completely . Now a days it remains little. But yes it is not as much as it is just after you speak or you eat | Hi; welcome to HealthcareMagic The problem is since 4 yrs but please tell when you did Endoscopy.If the swelling is increasing while speaking or after eating you also see if it decreases after some time or if you press it .If there are the signs of increasing & decreasing then it can be a Diaphramatic or a hiatus hernia.Get examined by a Surgeon & if required get a repeat Endoscopy done to find the illness & get treated.Don't wait. Take care. Thanks | |
What causes rash on stomach, puffy bags under eyes and blotchy face in children?
my almost 3 year old daughter has been un well on and off for weeks,at first she had a viral infection and a water infection and a chest infection and was given antibiotics,she got better for a week or so then had a nasty cough and cold,tokk her back to docs to be told its a viral infection and to give her calpol,a few days later she came out in a rash on her tummy and back and sore puffy bags under her eyes and a blotchy face,took her back to the docs again was told its a viral rash,a week later she is no better and is now complaining of it hurting when she urinates,she looks quite sore down there,could this be another water infection and what do u think to the blotchy face? | Hi...by what you quote I feel that your kid is going through a viral illness. These non specific symptoms along with fever and blotchy face are pointing towards this.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 is probably viral illness and it doesn't require antibiotics at all. Once viral fever comes it will there for 4-7 days. So do not worry about duration if the kid is active.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Suggest management of LUF syndrome with fallopian tube blockage
Respected Sir, My wife have been suffering from the LUF syndrome. We tried thrice for IUI but we could not able to sucesss for pregnant. In two times foliceles were not ruptued though shape and size was very good.The right side of phelopine tube is blocked and having one large folice in left overy. Give suggestion to us. YYYY@YYYY | Hi,It would best if you met a good IVF specialist and considered IVF.With one blocked tube, repeated unruptured follicles and 3 IUIs it is very unlikely that the IUI will succeed. IVF have a 40% chance of success in a good clinic and would be the best treatment to consider in your situation.Hope this helps.Regards. | |
No rememberence of past few days. History of bad relationship. Suggest
Hi, Samuel my friend is 53 years old, female mother to 7 children aged 32 down to 13 years old, no health problems physically non smoker not a heavy drinker ,haveing a hard time with an x husband, now she was out to lunch today and cant remember the last few days as of now her friend rang me and is on the way to me with her im going to take her into the hospital which is beside my house, when she arrives, | Hello She is 53 years old and is otherwise healthy and she had a traumatic past. She suddenly failed to remember last few days. As there is no history of trauma, unconsciousness, hypertension so most likely the problem of memory loss is due to some Conversion Disorder. Conversion Disorder occurs due to some unresolved conflict in mind and a lot of complaints are seen. Other possibility is some Dementia but sudden onset memory loss is not seen in dementia. In dementias gradual progressive memory loss is seen. I would advise you to please visit a good Psychiatrist for expert opinion. Thanks Dr. Seikhoo Bishnoi, MD | |
Suggest treatment for depression
Hello, I am a 25 years old girl and had a small fling (I saw her twice a week for 3 months i think) with another woman when I was 19 and suffering with depression (self harm, self isolation etc). I ended it because i realised that I was not gay and was only spending time with her because I loved the attention, it made me feel better. Since then she has got progressively worse and is adament that I love her and want to be with her. She gets drunk and posts things on social networking sites about me. Which I just ignored because they seemed to happen after she had seen me out in the local village. Recently she doenst need to see me, I have not seen her in over a week and a half prior to the most recent outburst. It is killing me, It took me a long time to get over my 'teenage depression' but I can feel it taking over again and all i want to do is cry! No-one is stepping forward to help her so she is just getting worse and worse!! She is clearly thinking about me alot, and without provocation! please i have no idea what to do!! | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. The best thing you can do in the present scenario is to allow her to think so. Be with her. Be her care taker. Work with her and her family and her doctor for a cure for her condition. slowly she will understand your efforts and your problem will be solved. Trust me, do not hurry and misjudge. Psychotherapy techniques should suit your requirement. If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques.Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
Suggest remedy to treat finger nail infections
i am a 46 year old female 5 ft 7 weigh 120lbs i am continually having finger nail infections where the nail turns white and red and sore below nail bed i am treating it with polyfax ointment and daktacort cream prescribed by my doctor but not having great results any suggestions would be welcome tks | HiWelcome to HCM.I appreciate your concern for the finger nail infection.Apparently you have some sort of fungal finger nail infection which usually does not respond to Daktacort cream or Polyfax ointment.You need to be examined by a dermatologist for probable use of Oral Anti-fungal drugs like Terbinafine or Itraconazole. It may take four months or longer to eliminate an infection. So you have to take these medications for a period of 6-12 weeks. Medicated nail polish containing Ciclopirox is also effective. You have to paint it on your infected nails and surrounding skin once a day. After seven days, you wipe the piled-on layers clean with alcohol and begin fresh applications. You may need to use this type of nail polish daily for a year.Hope the suggestions given above could be beneficial to you.Best regards. | |
Is surgery needed for lesions in right knee cracking and hurting while walking?
Hi my name is Gina and I just found out my right knee has lesions, big whole in the middle. Cracks when I laying it up on a pillar, swollen, hurts all the time when walking, climbing up/do stairs. I just hurt. Can you help me please need surgery or rehab. | Respected madam, thanks for asking question, I have understood your concern about pain and swelling in knee joint, see first we need diagnose cause of pain and swelling, as you have given a history of trauma and lesions in knee joint so we need to confirm that which part is affected some time only ligaments, muscle or bony avulsion fracture, we are not aware of it. so first by taking x-ray and MRI we can confirm about structure affected, then if it s cruciate ligament damage or bony avulsion fracture then we need go for minimal invasive surgery. if it's grade 1 injury then it Can treated easily with rehabilitation, in which there is important role of physiotherapist to provide healing. if this is the case then for 15 days ultrasound therapy and IFT modalities for twice daily need to take. it may take 2 months to recover fully. I hope you have satisfied with the answer. Feel free to ask again. provide feedback as per your convenience. | |
What does this blood report showing alkaline phosphatase levels indicate?
I have been having blood work done since July of this year and my regular doctor can t not come up with answers I am wondering if I should ask to be referred to a hematologist. ALK Phos 175, GGT normal, potassium 6.1, hsCRp 26.4 (has been as high as 38.8) bun/creatinine ratio 10.0. I would just like to find out what is wrong so I can feel better. Thank you for any help you can provide. | Hi,Thanks for asking.Based on your clinical history and query, my opinion is as follows:1. Alkaline phosphatase is mildly raised and especially in the elderly it can be higher.2. CRP levels indicate moderate inflammation.3. Any specific bone pains, or renal and intestinal problems can give rise to these findings. More history necessary. Hope it helps.Any further queries, happy to help again. | |
What causes pain and burning in the chest?
Hello Doctor While swallowing some water I had a dull but increasingly painfull sensation in upper center chest area ( which I have had before when swallowing water). It was as though the water wasn t going down the right way. I banged my upper chest with my fist ( usually with that and a few moments, the sensation passes ) The next thing I knew I was on the floor. I dont remember falling off the chair or hitting the cupbord with my head but after only a few seconds my wife was helping me to my feet. I had alot of clear mucus coming out of my nose and I was for a moment quite disorientated. This has never happened before. I am diabetic,58 year old male and obese. Please tell me what you think. Ken | thanks for asking your question i can understand about your problemdysphagia can be due to a variety of reasons like mediastinal lymphadenopathy, mass may be benign or malignant or due to diseases of oesophagus like stricture or narrowing you need to consult a pulmonologist who can get a chest xray and a cect thorax to rule out the causekeep your diabetes in controlthanks -feel free to ask more questions may god bless you with good health | |
What causes chronic cough, breathlessness, vomiting with allergies?
I get this cronic cough and I can't catch my breath, these coughs are so severe that I begain to vomit. Each occurance can last between 1 hour to 11/2 hours. This is not an every day occurance. But it seems to happen 2 to 3 times a week. I have bad allergeys and have been told that I have Asthma. I have seen several doctors and they seem to always put me on an antibiotics. This seem to help for a while then it all start again. | Seems that you have asthma, I advice you get a pulmonary function test and then be started on inhaler steroids on a daily basis with asthalin rescues at periods of exacerbation. This will help you. Most important of all, avoid dust, smog, animal danders, and carpet mites. | |
Treated for sinus infection, burning and watery eyes and inner ears are painful. Symptoms recurring. Relief?
I've had sinus problems for years but lived with it with the aid of nasel sprays and over the counter meds. Six months ago got full head feeling above forehead got treated for sinus infection. With this I have burning and watery eyes and my inner ears have pain. The antibiotes didn't seem to help any . The symptoms seem to come and go feeling good for 3 weeks then reacurring . Dr. Saying could be allergies . Looking for some relief. | Welcome to HCM.You have allergic sinusitis.You have to be watchful for triggering factor like smoky,dusty exposure,some type of strong smell of certain chemical,perfumes,during change of seasons.Try to avoid triggering factors.Cover your nose with handkerchief during exposure.Levocetrizine or fexofenedine with montelukast will be helpful during episodes.Take nsaid with decongestant.Steam inhalation will be helpful.Keep in touch with your doctor.Consult ent doctor and ask about endoscopic examination and surgery. | |
Will using a heating pad on wrist best medication for IV?
I had an IV in hand. Hand was swollen and red on first day after. I applied a heating pad and pain/lump/redness almost immediately went to wrist. Now have heating pad on wrist. Is this normal? I ve had pain and lumps in hand before, but never migrating to wrist. | Hi,Dont apply anything. Just elevate your hands by two pillows and that swelling will go in a day or two.That is just fluid collection following the IV line.Dr. Ashish Verma | |
Suggest treatment for fever and chest congestion
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...My 9 year old son has awoken with a fever of 105.5 and he mentioned that his heart is pounding. I counted about 107 beats per minute while he is resting in bed. He has been fighting cold symptoms for about 4 days. He's had a fever on and off (highest was 103 before now). We've given him a dose of children's Ibuprofen as well as a wet cloth to the forehead. Any other suggestions? | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Your son needs to be evaluated for high grade fever and heart pounding. So better to consult pediatrician and get done blood reports, ecg, chest x ray to rule out cardiac and lung related diseases for his symptoms. He needs antibiotics and other supportive drugs. So take him to pediatrician. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your son. Thanks. | |
Q. My 6-year-old daughter has visible blood vessels on tonsils with no symptoms. Is it a matter of concern?
Hello doctor, We noticed our 6-year-old daughter has a visible blood vessel on one of her tonsils. She feels fine and says her throat feels fine. Is this a cause of concern? We have never noticed it before? It has been three months since she was at the dentist and I know they check her tonsils. This is very weird, please advise if this is very serious. | Hi. I have had a look at the pictures you have sent (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The tonsils are definitely enlarged in this case, there is no doubt about it. The tonsils have a very rich blood supply and are relatively avascular structure. It is normal to encounter leash of blood vessels over the tonsil or its adjacent areas like the anterior and posterior pillars (these are two walls in between which the tonsils reside). Unless and until the tonsils are inflamed and the child is symptomatic, we do not need to give any sort of antibiotics as it is not indicated. At the same point of time, enlarged tonsil indicates possible previous episodes of recurrent tonsillitis as a result of which the tonsillar tissues get hypertrophied and attains a larger size. It is always better to maintain strict oral hygiene, do saltwater gargles five to six times a day at regular intervals. Avoid anything cold, spicy, and oily food/beverages. Maintaining precautionary measures definitely goes a long way in preventing recurrent sore throats or streptococcal infections. However, in a situation where the child is having recurrent sore throats with associated fever, significant leaves from school, it is always better to get the tonsils removed. There are criteria given by aao-hns (American association of otorhinolaryngologists and head and neck surgeons) who have laid down criteria for a patient to undergo tonsillectomy. In nutshell, visible blood vessels over the tonsils or related adjacent structures is not a worry as it is very common and seen in health and have not pathology related to it. Sticking of the uvula to the right tonsil is due to surface tension of the saliva and enlarged size of the tonsil. This again has no clinical significance. There is absolutely nothing that you need to worry or get stressed about. Make sure you advise the child to follow the instructions that I have given above to prevent recurrent sore throats. In addition, she can also use crushed ginger with manuka honey (you can add crushed ginger and honey in a cup and give it together one tablespoon three times a day). Honey has excellent antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial properties and so does ginger. I hope this helps. | |
Will anesthesia(propofol) cause enlargement of liver?
I have an enlarged liver--17 by 20 cm- on a recent contrast MRI and following a endoscopic biopsy yesterday I was asked by the MD to get a liver function test. He called today and said my liver function levels were elevated. Could the anesthesia have been the cause? I think he used propofol. | No it doesn't cause any changes in liver function tests.. The cause might be something else which also caused your enlarged liver | |
What causes cyst on the shaft of the infant s penis?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...hi, i brought my 5 month old son to the doctor because i noticed two pocket like things on the shaft of his penis. there was white stuff inside, almost like a pimple. she said they were cysts. and prescribed Nystatin. It doesnt seem to be doing much. Is this a serious problem? what is it caused from?-thank you | HiNot a serious problem and frankly nystatin wouldn't do anything for cystsThese are caused by blocked oil glands and for now they need no treatment | |
What causes facial hives pressure in the ear?
i have extreme pressure in my ear and the right side of my mouth. i have had a dental exam and it isnt a dental issue. i noticed today that my gums on the right side almost look purple. this all began a few days ago with really bad hives on my neck and face | Hi Dear ,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have bad hives on neck and face and along with that pressure in ears which could be due to environment , heat , cold , pressure and sun exposure . It is the bodies response to the trigger factor . Insect bite , pollen and some plants can also cause hives . Purple color on gums could be due to accumulation of blood under skin leading to blisters. I would suggest you to give cold compresses to hives several times a day to prevent from swelling and itching and take over the counter antihistamine drug like benadryl. If symptoms still persist the consult dermatologist for proper examination and treatment. Doctor may prescribe other steroid cream mometasone , anti inflammatory drug or drugs that can suppress immune system. Doctor may perform skin test and challenge to find out the trigger factor. You should stay in cool environment.Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari | |
What causes a skin rash to turn brownish colour?
Hi, I just recently have a skin rash on the side of my face possibly 3-4 weeks ago and is still there. I'm currently treating it with aloe vera gel, from the plant itself. I have started to notice that the skin rash is turning reddish to a brownish color - is this part of the healing process? Or is it hyperpigmentation? | Hi, You seem to be developing post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. I would recommend you to apply depigmenting cream on it along with sunscreen on the entire face during the day time. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist | |
Sore throat and ear, dizziness. Steroid shot and amox tr-k clv 500-125 mg, no relief. Cancer?
I have had a sore throat and sore ear for couple weeks also im dizzy alot and alway have heart burn . doc gave me a steroid shot and amox tr-k clv 500-125 mg . i took it all and i still have one sore like a blister on back of my throat on right side and still dizzy and sore under my jaw on right side. although ive win feeling my glands so could have been y gland iz sore. im 35 and i do smoke and scared cuz sore wont heal and ear pain and dizziness still there. is is throat cancer? | Hi, If sore throat are not responding to antibiotics for long time, then this condition should be evaluated in detail. Careful otorhinolaryngological examination is mandatory to find out any suspicious lesion. In case of gland enlargement it should be carefully examined whether it is tender or not. Anyway in case of suspicion your ENT specialist can order a tssue diagnosis. Follow your ENT specialist's opinion. | |
I have an infection in one of my wisdom tooth
hi i think i have an infection in one of my wisdom teeth, i think its called pericoronitis? my tooth has been impacted for quite some time but this is the worst it has ever felt as far as pain goes. i do not have insurance at this time to get it pulled or get antibiotics. what i need to know is what antibiotics are used for infections like this,and is there somewhere i can get them without the expensive trip to the doc and an outrageous bill for the help i need? | Hello and Welcome to HCM, Thanks for writing to us. The most common cause of pain from impacted tooth is the inflammation in the soft tissue covering over the offending tooth(Pericoronitis), mostly caused by food impaction in the soft tissue space over the tooth and/or bite injury over the soft tissue covering the impacted tooth, by upper molar tooth. As your third molar has remote possibility to be erupted in the mouth(as cover by bone and no space to be be erupted) the symptom like pain may frequently appear. The Third molar has no function for mastication(chewing) or maintaining occlusion, so it is always better to extract the tooth when it starts causing problem. In an experienced surgeons hand your impacted tooth can easily be extracted without causing much problem. Hope this helps you. Wishing you good health... Regards. | |
What causes wart-like skin colored bumps on fingers?
I have clusters of little wart-like bumps all on two fingers on the bottom halves(the pointer, and middle) skin colored and not itchy, an then the other day i noticed another cluster or more red ones on my ankle as well and I don t know what it is or if its bad and i need to go to the dr.... | Wart is a contagious infection caused by human papilloma virus (HPV). Warts are usually self-limiting usually smaller warts resolve spontaneously. It is contagious and spread by direct and indirect contact. In patients with compromised immune system like patient with organ/bone marrow transplant, warts spread rapidly and are bigger is size. Advice 1. Apply salicylic acid 6% locally thrice daily. 2. Cover them with adhesive bandage while swimming3. Wear flip-flops when using communal bathroom4. Do not share your wardrobe and towel with anyone5. Take high protein diet like egg, milk & cheese to enhance immunity6. Take Revital capsule one capsule daily for 1 month to boost immunity7. Be happy and cool as any kind of mental stress aggravates wartSurgical excision is done to treat resistant and large wart.Thanks | |
Can you give me the CPT exact wording for G0431?
I currently work at BCBS and I am on disability for Total Hip Replacement. I had a ua done and they coded it G0431. Can you give me the cpt exact wording for that code. I am familiar with 81000 to 81003 etc, but do not have my cpt book here to read description. Also how does it work when you do a ua in a doctor s office and they send it to a lab to do an intrepreation on it. I received word that it showed up as Meth which I DO NOT DO on any occasion. I do take Amplodipine and took 2 Adderall that particular week because could not concentrate, but normally do not take them anymore. Could any of those constitute the wrong information. | Hi, Adderall and methamphetamine are identical. They will show up the same way. How it is interpreted varies considerably. Some will just show the result without interpretation. Others have someone make sure the results make sense. In your case, they make sense. if the adderall is NOT PRESCRIBED to you, it isn't any different than if it were methamphetamine. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Matt Wachsman, Addiction Medicine Specialist | |
What treatment can i take for the acne that gets worse in summer and oozes out puss ?
hello doctor , my sister, age 20, has acne in her chiks and forehead.she has tried many things, but nothing helps. it worsen in summers.and a puss comes out of it, and leave a scar mark. please suggest some home remedy. thank you. | Hi, Welcome to HCM. Most likely your sister has Acne Vulgaris, which is a severe form of Acne. She needs to consult a dermatologist. Ask her not to break the pimples, otherwise it will leave black scar marks. Ask her to wash her face frequently with warm water and soap. | |
What causes clumpy white discharge after treatment for bv?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... I was diagnosed with a yeast infection 3 mos ago and it was treated but right behind that I was diagnosed with bv - and in my last day of treatment w/metrogel. I noticed that there is a clumpy white substance discharging - could this be the bacteria come out or another yeast infection or something else???? I have had a series of blood test for std's and they all came back clean. | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicIt is likely a yeast infection. This presents with white/yellow discharge.It can be treated with topical creams/ovules or oral medication such as fluconazole.Some of the topical creams/ovules may be available over the counter.I hope this helps | |
Suggest treatment for typhoid when suffering from dust allergy
my age is 20 years.my gender is female.my height is 5.11" and i m allergic to dust.i m suffering from fever from last 25 days.and get to know from a blood test that its actually typhoid.and also my menstrual periods are going on.now can you suggest me something god by which i can recover quickly? and also tell me is typhoid fatal or not? | HiThank you for writing to Health care MagicI reviewed your history.Typhoid requires treatment by the use of antibiotic drugs like ciprofloxacin.Typhoid when treated appropriately is not at all fatal.Do consult your doctor for examination and treatment accordingly.Hope this is helpful to you. Do write to me for further questions and I will be happy to help.Thank you | |
Have lump in back along with pain. Should it be taken serious?
Hi! I'm a healthy female 15 year old and i was wondering if it's normal for me to be experiencing extreme pain in my lower back? Based on my observations, there is a small lump about 3" in diameter on the area where i feel extreme shooting pains. Could it simply be because of carrying heavy nap sacks to school or the long hours of sitting at a ninety degree position? If so, could this lead to anything dangerous? Oh and i have no history of being involved in any dangerous incident regarding my back. I haven't been.Since i haven't consulted a doctor on this case, my decision to push through with a medical check up will depend on your advice. So i look forward to your reply and i thank you so much for your time! | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The pain in your back seems to be a muscular pain and is likely to be due to a postural defect and carrying heavy loads on your back. A direct examination and investigations like MRI scan will help in detecting the cause of this pain. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal drtayal72@gmail.com | |
How to treat itchy genital are?
Hi, i m 18 years old and i m suffering from itching around my genital areas and some small types of mums are there on my penis and it is very itching. Some time back i saw some small types of insect near my penis.Is it any serious problem. Please help me. | Hi,You should see a Dermatologist for proper advice on what treatment to be started.It could very well be an insect bite and I usually prescribe Tab Fexofenadine 120mg twice daily for 5 to 7 days along with some ointment to soothe the itching. But an examination by the Dermatologist would be best.Take care,Dr Rishi, New Delhi, India. | |
What cause bloody stool in six month old with occult blood traces?
hai , my son six month complited , past two days his stool is having blood, we take to doctor ans he asked to take Stool test ,finely he say some infection ,but he didnt say what the reason, please tall the reason and if any problem Test report OCCULT BLOOD : Trace COLOR : Straw yeLLOW reaction : Acid (6.5) BLOOD:Present MUCUS : Present RBC : RBC 5 - 10 PUS CELLS : pus cells + MOTILE BACTERIA : bacteria + | HI Was the stool watery , or hard stool with blood, If with watery stool it could be due to infection , with hard stools most likely cause is injury . Do revert with detailsThanks | |
Bit insides of lip, mouth. Bump inside cheek. Raised vein. Cancerous?
Hello. I am a 41 year old male. I bite my lips and insides of my.mouth. I ve had a very small but hardish bump, like a very small pea, on the inside of my cheek for several Yeats now - between 3-5. Connected to it (I think, at the very least it is right next to it) is what feels like a slightly swollen, raised vain. They are both painless and have been trouble free. I just have developed a worry about the possibility that they arr cancerous. For no reason except my paranoia . My friend says that if they ve been there for years with no change, they.must be nothing. Could you tell me what your thoughts are, please? | Dear Sir, It is true that if a lesion has been there for a long time, it is less likely to be cancer but you need to be careful if it starts increasing in size or becomes painful. It is also advisable that you visit a doctor and have him evaluate it once. If he says that it is normal, then you can just follow the progress of the lesion. | |
What can cause sparse facial hairs?
Hello Sir! I am 22 year old male guy and still i can't grow my facial hairs manly. While my younger brother got it he is 19. I am sure its not a genetic problem to me. I only got bunch of little dark and very thin hairs on my chin,mustache and side area. I am worried so much and it effects my daily task. I would like to tell u that i masturbate 3-5 times a day not everyday and i also use tobacco product since i was 17. May it cause this hairless problem. Sir plz help me! What should i do? | Hi, It can be due to nutrition deficiency caused by excessive masturbation and tobacco and also it can be caused due to thyroid issue and low testosterone level. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. S. R. Raveendran, Sexologist | |
How to treat failing kidneys that leads to water retention in lungs?
MY FATHER IS 59 YRS OLD. HIS HEART IS WORKING ON 20% AND 80% IT IS DAMAGED. HIS KIDNEYS ARE ALSO NOT FUNCTIONING DUE TO WHICH WATER GETS RETAINED IN HIS LUNGS. WHAT IS THE SOLUTION FOR THIS KNOW? CAN DAILYSIS BE DONE WITH A SHRINKED HEART? HIS HEART IS VERY WEAK. | Hello and welcome to HCM.As an Urologist, i can understand your concern fully.A weak heart with chronic kidney failure, is a serious medical condition.The only way to drain out the excess water is to do a hemodialysis urgently.During the dialysis, cardiac problems will be treated under supervision of a nephrologist, so you don't need to worry about it. Leaving him without treatment is a slow end stage.You're welcome to send me the reports(latest), and i can give you an expert opinion. Wishing him well. | |
What makes a child s tummy rumble and have lumps between the toes?
Hi my nine year old daughter has two issues. The first is a rumbly tummy at around 10:30 during assembly.Since Aware she has eaten a good full breakfast which has helped greatly but is still nervous at times that it will happen. It has reached a Point that she has wanted to avoid School in the morning. We did arrange for the teachers for her to have a Little ceral bar just before that tends to help ..is there any more we can do. The other is less of an issue,but she seems to have a small lump between two toes. It does not have a Center is just Skin colour and only hurts if pressed . | Hi....I do not think that the lump in between the toes is related to her problem in the stomach. By the symptoms you are quoting I feel that she might be having a Gastro oesophageal Reflux. I suggest you consult your child pediatrician regarding this.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Suggest treatment for constant back pain.
My son is 24 years old and very active and is not overweight. He has had flat feet all of his life. It became really noticable when he played football. The pants made it very obvious that his knees kind of turned in. He went to a doctor and got inserts for his shoes which seemed to help some but now he is suffering from constant back pain. I am just trying to figure out what kind of doctor I should take him to. Orthopedic, Back doctor or foot doctor. | Dear caring fatherYour son is suffering from flat foot for which he is advice shoes with insole and is good for him. But since he is getting contact back pain which might be related to flat foot he should be further investigated. You should take him to orthopaedic surgeon. | |
What could cause sudden decrease in quantity of sperms during ejaculation?
Hi, I am a 21 year old male. The last week I have noticed a sudden massive decrease in my sperm count, to the point of where I am only ejaculating 3 or 4 drops, and they are not dense at all. I am healthy for the most part, am an occasional smoker and don't drink..I am worried and would like to know of possible reasons and solutions? | Hi, I can understand your concern for your symptoms, It can be due to dehydration and vitamin d deficiency. Take adequate amount of water as you can. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr S.R.Raveendran, Sexologist | |
Should I be concerned about my GOT-55 and GLT-99?
Hello there!I've just got my blood tests results today and it turns out that my GOT is 55, and GLT is 99. I'm 33, and i never felt my liver...I eat pretty healthy, and drink about 3 times per week wine (1-2 glasses) The rest looks like is into normal ranges...shall I be concerned? | Hi.Thanks for posting query at HCM.Usually ALT or AST values/ liver enzyme higher than "two times the upper normal limit", is considered abnormal ( in some countries, ALT or AST values of more than 100 are considered abnormal). Alcohol ingestion and obesity are common causes of fatty liver disease.the slight elevated values in your case maybe due to alcohol consumption.your advised to quit or keep the consumption as low as possible.hope to answer your concernregardsDr Tayyab Malik | |
What causes pain and redness of areola in males?
Hi! I am male 28 years old. This what I will explain happened about 2-3 times last year. Everything starts suddenly with single montgomery gland pain (area around the nipple) . and in few days pain gets stronger, and areola thicker. There is small redness on the skin near areola , about 5mm (not every time), It usually last about 5-10 days and dissapears without any lumps (everything looks normal). Now, before 10 days it stared on the right side, and was passed away, and two days ago it started on the left side, identical symptoms. Aureola is kind of inflamated (but just little darker colour) very painful to toutch and visible swelled a little . Area beneath the nipple is not painful just areola, actually about 50 % of areola, not whole in size. Body temperature is 37 C. What my be cause of this ? I did not have any other health issues related so far.. | Hi, Pain and redness in the areola of the males can be due to infection, cysts, hormonal changes, fibroadenoma, mastitis, gynecomastia, breast injury (friction with clothes while jogging), runner's nipple, diseases involving the testis, hereditary chromosomal trisomy (Klinefelter's disease) or male breast cancer. Get physically examined and get all screening tests done to get treated at the earliest. In the meantime take Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and apply Calamine lotion for pain relief. Do not scratch or massage. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest treatment for pain in hips,legs and feet due to spine problem
Hi Dr, I have been having problems with my spine and back, hip, and leg pain for the past six months with chronic pain. I went to a orthopaedic surgeon last week for a second opinion, but he could not find any reasons (from my xrays) why I would experience pain chronically. I then went to see a chiropractor who helped a lot, and the pain eventually went away, but short lived. It is slowly returning again. The chiropractor noticed that I have a number of anomalies over my spine and missing a pair of floating ribs (previously thought by first orthopeadic surgeon as having an extra vertebrae). There seems to be some kyphosis and possibly Scheuermann s, however they say it is not the reason for the pain. I used to give yoga classes, which I cannot do now anymore, and struggle to find a way to manage my pain, apart from the chiropractor s help, which is short lived. No-one can give me answers, and I keep on struggling with pain shifting around all over my back, hips, legs, knees, feet (more recently), arms and between the shoulder blades. I have severely decreased my medication intake as suggested by the dr (for the last month I have been taking Tramacet tds, and Celebrex 200mg bd to be able to continue working). It has only been a week and a half and I already feel like increasing the dosages again. I only take the medications at night at this time. I really want to know if I am going to struggle with this condition for the rest of my life, and if I will ever be able to do exercises such as yoga again. Thank you in advance. | Hi, First of all, I need to know if the pain is during rest or while walking; whether pain in the legs comes on walking and how does it get relieved, whether it goes away on sitting or lying down? Also, need to know if the pains are during night time or day time and whether you fill stiffness in the whole body also does massage gives you relief? Since you are troubled for a long time getting an MRI scan is primary requirement plus running some blood tests like vitamin D levels, ESR, Hb, uric acid levels need to be done. Also, check about diabetes status. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Uday Singh Raswan, Neurosurgeon | |
What is the best medicine to control blood pressure?
Can I take centrum multivitamin with Amlodipine Besylate 5mg. I am a Black 40 yr old female who just started taking this prescription. I was originally prescribed amlodipine 10 mg but was reduced to the 5 mg due to lightheadedness and headache. I read online that multivitamins may affect it, and did experience light-headedness on Amlodipine 10mg after drinking Low Sodium V8. What other high blood pressure medication could be recommended that does not cause dizziness or shallow breathing( I experience shallow breathing while taking Metropolol Extended Release 25 mg, but no dizziness)? Or simply advise if the dizziness:headaches will go away as my body adjusts. Thanks in Advance | Hi welcome to HCM.I understand your query and concern.Blood pressure can be best controlled through combination of antihypertensives like Beta blockers and Calcium channel blockers.Its always advisable to keep the blood pressure under 13080 mm of hg.You are currently prescribed the right kind of drugs.Avoid overt treatment to prevent lightheadedness.,For this I advise you to have a baseline 2 dimensional echocardiography,ECG and lipid profile to assess the basic cardiac reserve of your heart.Restrict the intake of salt to less than 6g/day.Regular physical exercise in the form of brisk walk for 20 min a day for 5 days a week is pretty useful.Reduce the intake of fatty and fried food.One pomegranate a day will help to keep your heart at good pace without clot formation. Dizziness will go away away once the headache and blood pressure will subside.Consult a Cardiologist for further expert management.Post your further queries if any.Thank you. |
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