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What causes sharp piercing pain in elbow and chest?
I started getting sharp piercing pains in my left elbow about 4 hours ago and now they are happening at the same time as a sharp pain in my left chest area almost near the armpit...its consistant with muscle pain but I can't pinpoint the exact point of the pain...sho... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more. But better to rule out heart diseases because left sided chest pain is common in cardiac diseases. So you should definitely consult ER (emergency room) and get done... | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late ... | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they shou... | |
What causes stomach pain , vomiting and low blood pressure?
My daughter is 25. She s been vomiting all day, has low blood pressure, stomach pains, and shallow breathing. Hasn t been able to keep anything down. Her bp is currently 97/71. Heart rate on our home monitor is 121. Wondering if we need to go to urgent care o... | Mam vomiting itself will make the body loose fluids and will result in blood pressure being on the lower side, also low BP and the act of vomiting will have compensatory increase in heart rate. If possible do keep her hydrating with electral powder in water, some antacid and anti emetic like pantoprazole 40mg and ems... | |
What causes numbness in the left hand?
I am losing nerve support in my left hand.Doctor says my MRI s for brain, cervical spine and spine are all normal. EMG test shows no pinched nerves but indicate elevated response in nerves. Two blood tests show slightly elevated levels in muscle something? He s now talking about ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Your symptoms could be related to motor neuron disease, especially if EMG results are suggestive for such disorder and all the other tests are normal. There is no other special test to diagnose this disorder. Anyway, I would ... | |
Acute sore throat, frequent cough, asthma worsen. Leflox oramoxil or kestine can be taken?
Hi i have an acute soar throat more than 10 days,i believe this is not only a virul,can I take .Leflox oramoxil or kestine to treat this,as it made my asthma worsen ad having frequent cough or asthmatic attack,I am taking brown ... | Taking antibiotics and paracetamol and decongestents for cold increases the chances of asthmatic cough taper of steroids slowely take fexofenadine 120 mg daily take singular 1 mg bd syp ventrolin 1/2 tsf tds can also taper of inhalers in 3-4 wee medicines 3 week | |
Q. Why am I getting some white fluid from the infected part of finger?
Hi doctor, I am a 21 year old female. I have been getting white fluid from the infected part of my finger. I do not know how it got infected. I have this for the last one month. I used antibacterial ointments, but still it is not getting healed rat... | Hi. Revert back with the answers to the above questions to a dermatologist online --> | |
Suggest treatment for persistent cough
I had bronchitis at the end of January. I have been coughing ever since and it is getting worse. I can t take in a deep breath without coughing and then I end of making a growling sound cause the air can t seem to get back to the lungs after I cough. I had a cat scan and it shows... | thanks for your question i completely understand your concernfirst problem is cough and in cases of bronchitis / copd treatment is inhaled coticosteroids and inhaled beta 2 agonists like fluticasone and formoterol .incase if your mediastinal glands are enlarged that means it can be due to variety of diseases like tuber... | |
What causes eating disorder and low heart rate?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I AM A VERY ACTIVE INDIVIDUAL. RUN, BIKE, TEACH PILATES AND YOGA. DO HOT YOGA WHEN I CAN. EXERCISE AT LEAST 2 HOURS A DAY. I ALSO DEAL WITH AN EATING DISORDER. 30 YEARS I HAVE DEALT WITH IT. ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Your low heart rate is associated with your eating disorder. Please take proper treatment for your eating disorder. Also, note that resting rate of 45 is low but not dangerous. If you don't have any associated symptoms as wea... | |
Will wasp sting cause low blood sugar?
Yesterday I was stung by a wasp a few hours later my arm was swollen and I hand a reactionlike my blood sugar was very low? I have no memory for about two hours. My family gave me orange juice and I came around in about half an hour. Would the wasp sting bring this on. Can come u... | Hello,The reaction you had was a severe anaphylactic reaction to wasp sting and such type of reactions lead to sudden feeling of weakness,collapse and unconsciousness.It was an anaphylactic reaction and not low sugar levels.It is not an unusual reaction to wasp sting and does happen some times.Thanks | |
Q. Seizures in a young female. Is it catamenial epilepsy?
Hello doctor, My 26-year-old wife got her first seizure one year ago and she gets the seizure once every month or two although all her checkups are fine with no sign of epilepsy. The doctor put her on Keppra 500 mg and she still gets her seizures and complains ... | Hello. Regarding your concern, I would explain that the catamenial epilepsy is a very specific type of epilepsy where a seizure occur every month at the same time closely related to the menstrual cycle. This type of epilepsy is usually refractory to many epileptic drugs. Anyway, the dose of Levetiracetam that your wife... | |
Acne and blackheads with oily skin
Hai doctor my skin having acne and blackheads and also im having oily face .i need your help doctor .i scared to use the face creams because im expecting | There is no need of face cream which contains oil base or oily substances as your skin is already oily. But you should use ayurvedic lepam. 1. Chandan(Pterocarpus Santalinus) = 50gm 2. vacha churn(Acorus Calamus Powder) = 5 gm 3. dhaniya seed (Coriander seeds) = 50 gm 4. Manjistha (Rubia Cordiofolia) = 25 gm Use 5 gm m... | |
Could the fungal infection in lungs be due to usage of CPAP machine?
My mom is a cancer survivor and has had breast, melanoma, and lung cancers - all separate incidences. In 2005 she had part of her lung removed surgically and had both chemo and radiation. Although she is doing OK - she still has cancer in both lungs... | Unfortunately due to your mother's weak immune system (due to the chemotherapy), fungal infections can run rumpant in the lungs and cause bad pneumonia. Most of these fungi are present everywhere around us in the environment. While it is unlikely that the CPAP machine was the source of this infection, it should be regu... | |
Can Eumosome M be used safely for nappy rash?
Hi, my baby is 7 months old now and has developed a bad rash on his diaper area- it s extremely red, the skin is rough and l il pimples type are there. He has been in diapers since birth , but i ve been always cleaning and applying the b4 nappy cream before putting ona dia... | Hi...eumosone cream is a steroid cream and I don't think diaper rash will require this. The other options are non steroidal creams like Siloderm which is free of steroids. You can use it.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
How safe is taking Depakine chrono 500mg for epilepsy?
hi , my dad has been suffering through epilepsy for about 38 years now , the doctor has asked him to take depakin chrono 500mg , and due to the tablets , its under control ,but the problem is , he has trouble in catching up things , its like his brain functions ve... | Hello dear,I understand your concerns. Depakine chrono(sodium valproate) can cause behavioural and mood changes,but not hearing deficit. 500 mg per day is very low dose of sodium valproate and likely not associated with side effects(even when it is taken for years). Please take your father to a neurologist so that he ... | |
Why does my penis loses its shape during sex?
i got married just before two month every thing was ok but from 15 days i feel uncomfort in doing Asex with my wife because my penis loses its shape and hard ness in the middle of the making sexual relation process and some times ti not get its proper shape also .so pleas... | Hello, Erectile dysfunction during sexual intercourse should be due to psychological reasons rather than organic causes. So I suggest counseling for you. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. K. V. Anand, Psychologist | |
How to treat hematuria?
Hi,My name's Jordan. I recently went to the bathroom and had some bloody urine. I have this a couple of times this year and done urine tests and had cultures done and they come back clean. Could this be caused by a prolonged time of masterbation? Blood vessels popping..something of that nature. | Good Day and thank you for being with Healthcare Magic! Gross blood in the urine is always a red flag for us urologist. You will need to get a kidney bladder ultrasound or a CT scan to rule out Genito-urinary malignancies. I hope I have succeeded in providing the information you were looking for. Please feel free to wr... | |
What causes elevated WBC and neutrophils count?
I seem to always have a high wbc and neutrophils so my dr gave me two rounds of antibiotics amoxicillin and clarithromycin we could not find an infection repeated CBC and my wbc was higher and so was my neutrophils wbc15.8 neutrophils 10 I also had a crp and it came back... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I find it relevant to dig a little deeper and see if you suffer from autoimmune disease or chronic inflammatory disease. A referral to a rheumatologist or a specialist in infectious medicine seems appropriate. Hope I have ans... | |
Does bacteria in teeth cause asthma?
Had what was diagnosed as adult onset asthma for 5 years. Had all my rotten upper teeth pulled out in 5th year. Nine months later the asthma was gone- no coughing, no wheezing, no shortness of breath, no exacerbations. No more prednizone, antibiotics, kenalog shots, or inhalers. Is... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicIt is possible that the infection in your mouth was affecting your respiratory function.Inflammatory factors that would have been released in association with infection could also have played a role in stimulation of your asthma.I hope this helps | |
How can breathing constrictions with problems be treated?
i'm 14 and i haven't been able to take deep breaths or breath right for a while now. I have no alergies. When i do breath i feel like my lungs are constricted, my dad is a smoker and when i go to his house i kinda feel it getting worse but when i come back from... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. You are exposed to secondary hand smoke via your father. So we should first rule out asthma and bronchitis in your case. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test... | |
Is pregnancy possible through intercourse 6 weeks postpartum?
Hi i just had a baby during the postpartum wait i had sex during the 6th week with a condom and my husband ejaculated in the condom but it broke in me when he finished, it was a condom with spermicide which kills the sperm 2months now i feel coldness in my... | Hi, Thanks for the query. I have read & understood your query. Possibility of early ovulation after delivery depends on-- - weather you are breast feeding or not In breast feeding mothers the ovulation is usually suppressed till there is exclusive breast feeding of the baby. - The condom , though broken... | |
Had quadtripple bypass, colon cancer, removed colon, have cops, diabetes, ankels and calves swelling, leg oozing a clear liquid. Cure?
HELLO DOC...I HAVE HAD QUADTRIPPLE BYPASS ABOUT THREE YEARS AGO, AND STAGE THREE COLON CANCER ABOUT A YEAR AND A HALF AGO....THEY REMOVED 32 CENAMETTERS OF MY COLON...I HAVE COPD AND I... | Hi, Sorry to hear the condition. The exact cause can not be interpreted by this information. Anyway in case of poor diabetic control many a time ulcer developed at foot. This is a common phenomenon. Consult your doctor, if any infection found then culture sensitivity will be done and antibiotics will be prescribed ac... | |
Could spinal compression leads to lung carcinoma and spinal tumor?
patient: 37y/o female. symptoms: anaemia, raised liver enzymes, smokes 20/day for 12 yrs, widened mediastinum on CXR, ?spinal cord compression. -> Would you say this presents with lung carcinoma leading to secondary spinal tumor. Or a mediastinal tumo... | Thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. Since patient is heavy smoker, possibility of lung cancer is high. And spinal metastasis is very common in lung cancer. This can lead to spinal cord compression. Another possibility is mediastinal tumour, mostly lymphoma. Lymphoma is mostly s... | |
Suggest treatment for low sperm count
I was married in december 2008 but unfortunately my wife is not able to conceive i consulted the doctor and she found that my sperm counts are low. my urologist has now suggested me to have paternia. i wish to know why paternia has been suggested and low sperm count is easily cura... | HIWell come to HCMYou have not mentioned all the parameters of your semen examination because this is matter here, it is just not only the count that matters in conception but other test result also important, condition some time curable depends upon underlying cause, hope this information helps, have a nice day. | |
What causes redness in the scrotum of a 2 year old?
My nephew is 2 years old and his scrotum is extremely RED for the past severel weeks. It seems to be painful because he will not let anyone put cream on that infected area. The Doc. said that it is an infection that is due to poor circumsizion. Can anything be done t... | Hi..... By what you say, I put forth these possibilities - 1. Superficial fungal infection of the region.2. Localised Cellulitis.3. Eczema of the region.I suggest you upload images on this web site and get back to me as skin conditions are best identified and treated after seeing them directly.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Broken wisdom tooth, hard lump discovered under jaw, not painful. Would it be something to be worried about?
Hi name is chad I have a broken wisdom tooth and have had no problems with it I just noticed on the outside of my jaw in line with the broken tooth there is a hard kinda lump that runs down and under my jaw its... | Hello there , Thanks for writing your query, According to your history i can suspect your broken wisdom tooth has undergone bacterial infection due to food lodgement or improper oral hygiene . The infection has gone worse and you have developed a periodontal abscess due to spread of infection to the underlying tissues.... | |
How to cure bruise on the back of the elbow?
II have a bruise on the back of my elbow with a red dot and a lump in the center I found it about a week ago now I just discovered another one on my right inner thigh same way the one on my elbows is now about 2 1/2 across that s how the one on my thigh is doing now? | Hello, Can you please attach a photo of this? Without it it is hard to give a valuable answer. I'm looking forward to hearing from you. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Leonard, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist | |
What makes a person cry easily for small things?
Hi, Ever since I was little I found myself crying easily and the older I got the worst it became to the point where I cry in the middle of a simple conversation with someone. Of course I had went through depression but I never took any pills for it because I ve been doi... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Crying might be part of your personality to express the worry which is built inside you and don't get back to take medications to combat depression if you are suffering so practice to speak to your family members and dearest ... | |
Can high blood pressure be handled without taking water pills?
why does everyone that has high blood pressure have to take water pills? for some people it makes them have gout. like me. Is it necessary? everyone hasn t got a heart problem or kidney problem. Can t high blood pressure be handled without the water pills?... | HiThanks for your query.Not everyone who has hypertension needs a water pill. You are right about the gout as well. Some people do get flares of gout with the water pill.We now have a number of anti-hypertensive medications other than water pills.Depending on your clinical status, we can pick and choose the appropriate... | |
What causes red spots on the head of the penis?
i am a 36 year old male in fairly good health, 5.5 tall and about 70 kg in weight. Over the past week I have developed a few small dark red spots on the head of my penis. There is no pain they dont seem to be blistered and there is no itching. At first a couple appeared ... | Hi,Your description does not suggest that it is anything serious. Painless non itchy red spots on the glans(head) of penis are fairly normal and can appear and go away from time to time. I suggest if they do not disappear within a weeks time or so then you should consult a Skin Specialist(Dermatologist) who can examine... | |
Been through gall bladder surgery. Suffering from gastric and back pain. Ultrasound test reported 20cc fluid. Prescribed toradol, norco, prevacid, miralax. Remedy?
I had gallbladder surgery 1 week ago.My surgeon had to staple during my surgery. I had a lot of pain from trapped gas pockets from scope and I have to slee... | A small amount of pain post surgery is normal also a small amount of fluid in the gallbladder area post surgery is a normal sequalae of surgery and usually this fluid gets absorbed over time. If your pain persists or increases and also if the fluid persists or increases in volume then is of concern and needs to be look... | |
Q. Is it normal to get floaters after laser treatment?
Hi doctor, I recently went for LASIK examination and an ophthalmologist said I have a few weak spots and I need to get barrage laser before LASIK. I am highly nearsighted -7 and -8 diopter. I got my barrage laser a few days back but I noticed floaters and a small ... | Hi. It is normal to see floaters and light post laser also because the retina is a light-sensitive tissue but if it increases in frequency and shower of floaters occurred then immediately call for a checkup. There is no time limit for fresh spots to develop. We cannot comment on it. It may take days to years but mostly... | |
Can hypoechoic lesions in the ovaries lead to cancer?
can hypoechoic lesions in the ovaries be cancer 42 year old newly diagnosed with breast cancer and suspicious mass on the first rib and scapula very strong family history of CT showed left adnexal prominence so a ultrasound of the pelvis was done for follow up. Th... | HIWell come to HCMIf you have family history of malignancy and already have some lesion of malignancy then what the hypoechoic finding of ovaries this need to be differentiate with some other investigation like biopsy to rule out malignancy this is the only option you have, have a nice day. | |
Suggest treatment for hair fall
Hi, I was using Min-top forte 10 twice in a day as advised by doctor, Almost i used 2 years. Hair fall were controlled. But i dint get a density. So i stopped treatement and applying onion on my scalp, But i lost almost half of my hair, Please suggest me what should i do now? | Hi, There is no permanent cure for androgenetic alopecia.You need to restart applying minoxidil as it will help in hair regrowth. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist | |
What causes lump on below right ribs?
When my daughter was about 4 months old I noticed she had a veiny and squishy little lump kind of below her right ribs on her tummy. The doctor said it was probably a little cyst and to just watch it. She is 1 year now and it has not gone away and almost seems to have grown a bit. | Hi.Thanks for your query and good explanation. The lump is most probably a hemangioma and usually heals on its own. In a normal course this should have been regressed ( reduced). If you think it is enlarging , please consult a Pediatric Surgeon and follow his advise. | |
Reason for sudden fever with discomfort in child?
Hello3 weeks ago my son ( 4 years old) woke up with high fever . He was scared and complained of having pins and needles in his foot and hands . Since then sometimes he tells me that he can feel needles in his foot or other parts of his body which scares him. He can't ... | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic.Fever of few days without any localizing signs could as well a viral illness. Usually rather than fever, what is more important is the activity of the child, in between 2 fever episodes on the same day. If the kid is active and playing around when there is no fever, it... | |
What are the possible treatments for cancer cells present at the tonsils ?
a friend had an infection/abcess by his tonsills & had it drained. The test came back showing cancer cells present. Just looking for some information re staging, prognosis, type of cancer & possible mets. I am a CT tech for 20 years so I have s... | HI. It is rare to get the report of cancer in case of abscess of tonsil. If it is so, i would would do tonsillectomy and send the material for Histopathology to know the type of cancer. Do a contrast enhanced CT scan of the neck to know the stage of the disease. This will be further treated with radiotherapy and / or ... | |
Allergy test center in Bangalore
Hello sir i have a problem of asthaema.. even i have allergy of many things... following problem always remain with me (cold, tears in eyes (due to cold), cough, underweight ) i want to k ow what things i have of allergies. can u suggest me good and cheap allergy testing lab in bangalo... | Welcome to Healthcare Magic You could be allergic to pollen, dust, smoke and probably certain food items as well. Use handkerchief when passing through these areas. You should consult an ENT Surgeon to evaluate if you have allergic rhinitis. There is good medicine to prevent further attacks. You can try taking Cetrizin... | |
Is Montek LC a good option to treat allergy and itching on skin?
Hi Dr. Sumit I am suffering from allergy, My skin start itching slowly and gradually increases, i have being prescribed montek LC drug for 1 year. If i stop taking this drug, the itching start a 2 days and make me uncomfortable All my test, TSH, CBP, Sug... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,The symptoms of allergy and itching suggests me that you may be having allergy to some allergen which should be found out. As you were prescribed Tab Montek LC, this is an excellent drug which helps to control the symptoms.As you getting back these symptoms after stopping the drug you should be tho... | |
Suggest remedy for hard lumps on ear
I have a hard lump behind my right ear for past 4-5 months, its on the bone, wasn't sensitive to touch, now it is. I also notice two have grown behind my left ear, on bone area, very sensitive to touch. Headaches. tired. Not sure if this is related but I have noticed a change in... | Hi,DEAR,Good Evening,Thanks for the query.I studied it in details and understood your health concerns regarding it.Lump caused on the back of left and right ear is due to the- Seborrhic dermatitis with Scalp Infection leading to Boil and the regional lymphadenitisa.Treatement is by -a-Surgical drainage of the boil b-Su... | |
What causes pain up where the leg connects to the body?
I am female 69. I get this pain up were the leg (inside) connects to the body, when I walk a lot, I had knee replacement 7 years ago right now it hurts what kind of doctor should I see about ths condition. It is happening quite often latley. Don t know what this ... | hithank-you for providing the brief history of you.A thorough clinical examination is advised.This pain can be due to either of the factors - the overstrain of the inguinal ligament , muscular spasm or nerve impingement.As you had TKR and now the same side getting pain makes me think that it is more of a muscular pain,... | |
Thick scabs on the butt cheeks that keep cracking, itchy and painful. Is it athletes fungus ?
hi my husband has thought for the last couple months that he has the athletes fungus between his butt cheeks. he has used the spray to treat this for a few weeks now. while it isnt spreading the thick scabs keep cracking and ... | Hi i think it is tinea corporis.it is a fungal infection it can be cured by antihistamine.oral terbinafine and topical terbinafine twice daily for 14 days | |
Will bone marrow transplantation possible to cure Myeloma?
My brother is having MMyeloma. His spleen is enlarged to 17 cms. low platelets. He has undergone bye-pass heart surgery 6 months back. Is bonemarrow transplantation possible? If yes, what ll be the expenses ? He is 49 yrs. old with O negative blood group. | Hello, He can go for bone marrow transplantation. Consult a Hematologist and he will direct accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Can headaches, dizzy spells, heart palpations, and arm numbness be symptoms of pineal cyst?
My 16 year old daughter was diagnosed with a pineal cyst about 3 years ago. It was 4x4, we were told to just wait to see what happens. Lately she has been experiencing headaches, dizzy spells, heart palpations, and arm numbness... | Hi, thanks for posting your concern in the HCM. Pineal gland cysts are often incidental finding and smaller ones often do not require any intervention. However, as you haven't gone for a follow up and your daughter is symptomatic now, she needs immediate clinical examination and imaging (CT scan or MRI) to rule out any... | |
Q. Please look at the mole on my body and explain whether it is melanoma.
Hello doctor, I am a 32-year-old male with no major past medical history to speak of. I have had this mole on my right shoulder for sometime, it could be years but I am unsure, and I just want to have a dermatologist look at it to make sure it i... | Hello. I have read your query. I have seen the attached photographs also (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I understand your concern. From the images, there are following possibilities for the mole you talked about: 1. Lentigines. 2. Spitz nevus. 3. Melanocytic nevus. 4. Melanoma. In such spurious cases... | |
What causes knot with moderate pain and bruising?
Twice in the last month I have been at work, as a bartender, and suddenly I feel a knot with mild to moderate pain, and significant bruising and tenderness follows. I have no recollection of running into anything, but it is not out of the question. My concern is nothin... | hello,it is common to have knots in people..don't worry so much..check your posture at work place or when you sleep..this is the most common cause..diet stress factors also play a role..take a muscle relaxant (thiocolchicoside ) and NSAID(diclofenac) for three days after food..this should bring pain and symptoms down..... | |
Suggest remedy for itchy rashes
Hi: I have an itchy rash that erupts from time to time, it did originally start at the upper section of my spine in the lower lumber area, then over a few years, slowly progressed downwards until now at which time its located at the tailbone. It will probably move slowly back up the low... | Hello, Could be hives. I suggest you to take an oral antihistamine e.g cetirizine 10mg tablet once a day. In addition I suggest you to use a topical soothing lotion e.g calamine lotion. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Kakkar S. | |
Is it normal to drip blood from penis after passing a kidney stone?
My husband passed a kidney stone this afternoon and is now dripping blood from his penis. Is this normal? And when should I be concerned enough to take him to the doctor? We do not have insurance so if we can avoid it without any health risk that woul... | hi, The stone has probably traumatized his urethra. Application of tight pressure and an ice pack is all that is needed. Do not allow him to strain for urine. let him hold his bladder for few hours to allow healing. If bleeding is continuous and is not related to urination, a urologist consultation is needed.All the b... | |
What causes discomfort at the tip of the penis?
14 days ago I visited a massage parlor. Probably the dumbest thing I've ever done. After a table shower I received a hand to genital happy ending. At the end she was using both hands. No oral or penetration at all, and no body contact other than her hands. I immediately ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.It could be urethritis. First, clean the tip and inner side of the penis with water, followed by soap and finally with water. Then dry with clean cloth. Apply Mupirocin cream twice daily. Continue this for a week. If your symp... | |
Medication for allergic reaction, did not work, breathing difficulty, stiff neck, migraine, headache, stiffness in arms. What could this be?
i am on medication for an alergic reaction but they have not worked yeaterday i went to an emergency doctors at 12:30 in the morning because i couldnt breathe i have a really sti... | It seems beside allergy you are also suffering from some other systemic illness. First of all you should take a pain killer like paracetamol(safe in allergy), take treatment for asthma in the form of inhaled or oral steroids depending on severity and then get a thorough health check. All these investigations may point ... | |
What is the mass inside the sac during pregnancy?
Hi, I had an ultrasound on Monday. I am now 7 weeks pregnant. My doctor is sending me to as specialist because there was a mass (not sure if it is a blood spot or what) inside the sac next to but not touching the baby. They said that it was even with the baby inside th... | Hello,I went through your query and can understand your concern. Most often, collection of blood is seen as a mass which can be clarified under high resolution trans-vaginal sonogram. Rare conditions of choriodecidual masses also occur. Please wait for your next specialist opinion after the repeat sonogram. Do not worr... | |
What causes shortness of breath after placement of a cardiac stent?
Age 75, was very strong and thought to be in good health. 3 weeks age had mi. Cardiologist placed 2 stents in rca. One 95% and thecother 85% blocked, Home, generally feel good, but shortness of breath intermittently, especially when laying back in my ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Its not normal to have shortness of breath after stenting. I suggest you to go to see the doctor again and do an ECG, a cardiac sonography to see your heart function. You may need to add diuretics in your medicines. I suggest ... | |
Can i be still pregnant with negative pregnancy test results?
I had a baby back in Sept that was born at 17 weeks due to preterm labor and incompetent cervix. Since then I have been tracking my cycles which range from the lowest (last cycle) of 28 days to the longest of 38 days. The average is 35. Today is day 46 and ... | Hallow Dear, Gradually your menses are becoming irregular. It is likely that you have developed hormonal imbalance. If several pregnancy tests are negative, you are not pregnant. Still for further confirmation you may get Beta hCG test done on your blood and also get ultrasonography done. Both these tests will provide ... | |
What is causing my body aches and headaches?
I have had slightly elevated levels of white blood cells and red blood cells. This was found during a routine physical and has been ongoing for about 3 months. The only symptoms i have are headaches and body aches and I'm not even sure that it is related to the blood count... | Welcome to H.C.M. I am Dr Krishna Dubey.You should not worry about slightly elevated levels of white blood cells and red blood cells .You should repeat your complete blood count and peripheral blood film and then see the changes from earlier blood count.This will help to remove your all doubts.Headache and body aches c... | |
How to treat the severe hip pain?
I was awaken at 0130 by severe right hip pain. No hx of mva or injury to body part. I took med. Awoke at 0630 with same pain, took 800 mg of Tylenol. One hour later, still painful, took hydrocone 5mg w/apa 500 mg. I am still in pain, have any suggestions for me. | Hello, As you have pain in the hip which isn't coming down with the medicine I will advise for the hip x-ray. As the pain has to come down with the medicine and if it doesn't we need to rule out the underlying pathology to treat it. For now, I will advise for an x-ray of hip and hot water fermentation. Once we get the ... | |
Suggest typhoid treatment
My daughter is 9 years old. She suffering from typhiod in the month of July 2012. During typhoid she lost her weight by 4/5 kg. Now her weight is 28 kg. But now she is suffereing from severe hair fall. What can I do? What is diet for her? Any tonic may be prescribe? | Hello,Welcome to HCM,As she is recovering from typhoid fever which is a disease which is transmitted by drinking and eating contaminated water and food.It will affects the gut and may lead to constipation or diarrhea and it will reduce the immunity. That is the reason why you are having these symptoms.The symptoms of t... | |
What causes back and bladder pain after placing a kidney stent?
I had a stint placed in my kidney 10 days ago. I now have very bad pain in my back and bladder. I am not able to urinate, my bladder is full, but nothing comes out. I feel sick to my stomach but no vomiting. Im scared somethimg is wrong. What is wrong and... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.It is important to know the reason why stent was placed in your kidney and whether the stent is on one side or on both sides. Stents are tin long tubes with curves in both ends. One end is in the pelvis of the kidney and the other end is in the urinary bladder.A stent helps in clear passage of ... | |
What causes creamy penile discharge and swollen foreskin?
Hi, every so often I tend to get a swolen forskin which is really tight and difficult and painfull to pull back, underneath my foreskin its very red and sore. I also get a bit creamy discharge. This problem normally goes away within a week. I always use a cond... | Hello,It can be a urethritis. You can do a culture study of the discharge and start antibiotics according to the culture. Most of the cases respond well to antibiotics. If discharge persists consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. Conditions like STD (sexually transmitted disease) has to be ruled out.Hope I have ans... | |
Suggest remedy for swollen lymph nodes on armpit
my left armpit is suffering from swollen lymph nodes.. before it was small like size of a thumb but now it grows and the size is almost half of my fist.. its very painful when i am moving my arm.. i am taking erythromycin as medication.. is that the right medicine? why ... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have enlarged axillary lymphnode. It can be due to reactive hyperplasia, tuberculosis, lymphoma or metastatic carcinoma. You should go for ultrasound study and if needed go for fine needle aspiration cytology or biopsy of that lump. It wi... | |
What can cause problem in nearby muscles in damaged cartilage?
Greetings, A week ago I sustained a rib injury to the left of my ribcage due to training (karate; kick to the ribs). I went to the E.R. and got X-rays/CT scan, they informed me I did not break a rib but suffered damaged cartilage that can take up to 3 week... | Dear sir/mamthese kinds of injuries takes from 3 to 6 weeks to heal. some people heal faster sometimes because the injury is not that basd sometimes some need more time because the injury is worse. so dont wory | |
Is it safe to take hCG shot? Will that help to grow the follicle more?
hye, this is mrs sana ali i want to ask im on clomid cycle ive taken 50mg clomid for 5days now at day 12th i went for scan i had 3 follicles one is 2.2*2.4 second is 1.9*2.0 and 3rd is 1.1*1.5 my doctor want me to take hcg shot tommorrow early morn... | Hi,It is advisable for you to take the HCG injection tomorow morning.HCG is given to cause release of the egg from the follicle so that it can fertilised. The size of the first follicle is good enough for rupture ,so the HCG to trigger egg release is a correct advise.Hope this helps.Regards. | |
Q. I have severe back pain and severe migraine. Please help.
Hello doctor, I am an 18-year-old female. I weigh 126 pounds.I started having severe back pain. It feels like someone is crushing my spine and I have a migraine, it feels like a heartbeat. I cannot eat or drink without getting sick. I do not know what to do. | Hello. Both the conditions are treatable. For back pain, have you done any investigation? In obese patients, back pain is common and called lumbago. Analgesic medication and physiotherapy are beneficial for that. You have to investigate with an X-ray of the lumbar spine to rule out arthritis or degenerative lesion if p... | |
Severe cold, disturbed sleep, sinus pain, hard cough, sneezing. Suggest diet?
I have severe cold attack as explained to me by a local doctor at a reputed hospital. Symptoms: I cannot sleep at night without headcap,sweaters and socks thru out the year with No Air conditioner. Also I have little sinus pain when ever thi... | Hi and thanks for the question, its advised that you avoid substances that contain Vitamin C at night, vitamin supplements could be taken in the mornings. You should drink a lot of water. However, the main stay of your treatment is medical and its critical. I suggest you meet an ENT specialist for an appropriate clinic... | |
I have sharp sudden pain right above and around my navel inspite of having abdomal hysterectomy and cholecystectomy
Hi, I am a 35 year old women. Have had total abdomal hysterectomy and cholecystectomy. I am having sharp sudden pain right above and around my navel. Also it radiates straight down to my pelvis with pelv... | Hi, Thanks for your question. After going through your question, I can understand your concern. The pain is most likely related to urinary system. Most likely a right ureteric calculus (stone in tube connecting kidney to urinary bladder). But other causes like pain of colitis should be considered. You should consult yo... | |
What is the cause for the feeling of something stuck under the right rib?
what is it when you feeling tired, i have the feeling that something is stuck under my right rib, i have had 5 blood tests, and they are all normal, i can t understand why i am feeling like this, could it be my gallbladder, and i feel bloated, i... | Hello, As you have done all the blood routine which turned out to be normal. Why don't you opt for some simple breathing exercises and gentle massage over the area. As you didn't mention about under which rib it is practically difficult to answer it. But then if it is the rib cage then you can take an x-ray to figure o... | |
Suggest treatment for rapid heart rate
I am 44, When sleeping I often wake up because my heart is racing and pounding in my ears, I am not certain what a heart attach feels like but this scares me. My husband says as of late that I do not sleep well, I toss and turn and yell out in my sleep almost daily. | Hello, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to gastro-esophageal reflux or a sleep disorder (including sleep apnea). For this reason, I would first recommend taking an antiacid or PPI (omeprazole, pantoprazole, etc.) before sleep. If this does not help, I would recommend performing a polysomnogram and an... | |
Suggest medication for severe pain in left arm
my left arm has been extremely painful for weeks, unable to pull it behind me to fasten a shirt, limited range of motion, and pain in the middle of the top of my left arm diretly below the shoulder........it even radiates to my left ear, left headache, left neck | Hello,The symptoms seem to be related to a pinched nerve in the neck. I suggest using painkillers such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms. I also suggest to maintain the arm immobilized to prevent further damage.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurab... | |
What causes pain under the left breast along with breathing difficulty?
Hey every now and then I get a real sharp pain under my left breast. It hurts mostly when I breathe. It goes away after a few minutes, but while it’s going on it hurts so bad to breathe I’m only able to take little tiny breathes. The pain is very ... | Hello, The location and movement of a pain give clues as to what is going on. Structures that are affected by breathing are the lungs and the muscles and joints around them. Cannot say in your particular case, but generally, it is like a muscle pull or a mild infection in the lungs and surrounding tissue. Hope I have a... | |
Suggest remedy for knee dicomfort
After standing on my feet for 3 hours with 15kgs of weight in my back in the airport passport control, I feel discomfort in my right knee. There is no pain but I am kind of feeling that it is not normal like before. I feel like my right knee is kind of tired and i feel discomfort with... | Hello, I have studied your case. According to your symptoms and findings there is osteoarthritis of your knee.You can start cartilage protecting medication like chondritin sulphate, that you need to take for couple of months.I will advise to do X ray knee and if required MRI knee can be done and if there is severe dest... | |
I was diagnosed with erythema nodosum, Can I get an implant?
i was diagnosed with erythema nodosum and my doctor does not know the cause. i think it could be oral contraceptive. Therefore i was thinking about getting one of the implants instead. However, i have had a leep procedure done for level three cervical dyspla... | thanks for your query, i have gone through your query. the erythema nodosum can be secondary to certain drugs like oral contraceptives, penicillins, sulphonamides. consult a oral physician to rule out the cause of erythema nodosum. you can get the implant placed if there is no defect in the bone and sufficient amount o... | |
Sneezing, headaches, congestion, left eye pain, watering eyes, crackling sound in left ear. Treatment?
Hi, I ve been sneezing and had enormous headaches because of congestion. My left eye and head seemed to hurt more than the right side. Now my eyes won t stop crying (both of them, right a lil bit more exaggerated) an... | Hello, You are having a flu syndrome which could either be rhinitis (allergic or infectious) or sinusitis ( can be diagnosed with your physician's assistance. To treat you will need analgesic ( acetaminophen), chlopheniramine or any antihistamine to reduce any allergies and a nasal decongestant ( here i usually prescri... | |
Is a neck belt suggested during cervical lordosis and muscle spasm?
Hi Recently I have slipped down and got hurt on my right portion of my back and neck. X-ray reports says - Loss of Cervical Lordosis and Muscle Spasgm has been observed. Currently am under Physiotheraphy (Tens+ultrasound+neck excersise). My Question i... | Dear patient neck support with soft collar is advisable for initial 7 days to give rest to neck muscles.Continue physiotherapy. Start tab myoril 4 mg twice a day for pain relief with tab ultracet twice a day for pain relief. You will be fine. | |
How can cough and chest pain be treated?
I ve had a sore throat/stuffy nose for about a week, with occasional coughing. Nose not as stuffy any more, but the cough is more frequent and ribs/chest painful when coughing. Throat soreness now seems to be primarily from coughing. Have only taken over-the-counter symptom red... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Excess cough can lead muscular strain and so rib and chest pain present. Your viral infection my subsided and here cough could be as post viral bronchitis cough. Your Auscultation should be done and chest X-ray is advisable. ... | |
Q. My baby has got soft teeth that chip on biting. What am I to do?
Hello doctor, My baby is one year old. She has soft teeth in the front and she is not able to bite anything with the upper teeth. If she bites, the teeth start chipping. What am I to do? | Hi. If the enamel matrix formation is deficient, it will result in soft teeth that chips and/or decays easily. It may also result in an atypical or abnormal tooth shape. This is called enamel hypoplasia. Treatment for this dental condition includes removal of the very soft enamel and placement of a white tooth-colored ... | |
What causes high fever and severe headache after head injury?
A week ago my 16 year old daughter fell backwards and hit hard at the back of head. I took her to A & E and they just did an assessment with no xray or scanning coz she looks fine. Last night she had very high fever and have a severe throbbing headache. I g... | Hello ! I read your question and understand your concern. I think that the situation may be serious . Your daughter symptoms may be related to a meningitis or intracranial hemorrhage. The headache is often normal after a head concussion, but the fever is very concerning. I would like to know if you have noticed any lea... | |
Q. I have troubled gut with gas, constant rumbling in stomach, and frequent burps. Please help.
Hello doctor, For the last year or so I have been experiencing a troubled gut, gassy disposition, constant rumbling in the stomach, and frequent burps. Since then I have stopped consuming lactose, heavy foods such as cheese... | Hi. If your gut is not normal, it will definitely affect your skin. First thing, include a lot of probiotics in your diet. Take two cups of curd daily. Have small frequent meals like two to three hours eat something. Your meal should be breakfast, lunch, and dinner with two intermittent snacks. Include ghee every day i... | |
I am having teeth & facial pain allergies, is this sinus infection ?
I am having some upper tooth pain, sore cheeks jaw. Been going on a couple of weeks. It happens when I wake up, then kind of goes away in the afternoon. Then at night it comes back a little while before I go to bed. I do have some allergiesi think. I... | Sinus is most likely to be effected. You may try steam inhalation. it might help in reducing some of the symptoms. | |
What causes chest pain and light headedness?
last week I had chest pain and felt light headed and sick to my stomach. It lasted about 5 minutes. today I seen a pain management doctor and he asked me if I knew why I have weakness on one side of my body. stroke runs in my family. could that be whats going on with me? | Thanks for your question on HCM.In my opinion you should consult neurophysician and get done1. Clinical examination of central nervous system.2. MRI brain.You are having following risk factors for stroke.1. Light headed ness.2. Positive Family history of stroke 3. One sided weakness in the body.So consult neurophysicia... | |
Which medicine should I take for acne and patches on face and how long should I take ?
Respected Sir , Does azithral 500 mg good for skin acne ? & how long should I take ? Doxynor & folcicrom can help for remove the patches on face ? & how long I should take it? | Dear Birva, Thanks for your query. Azithral is an antibiotic nd should only be taken on prescription. It is used in treating acne , the medicine is given for three consecutive days in a week for 4-6 weekd alongwith other acne creams and medications. The drug shuould be taken empty stomach for best results and side effe... | |
How to treat smelly discharge with burning sensation while urination?
Everyday i have discharge, sometimes yellow sometimes clear, at times it has a bad odor. Im not comportable having sex anymore with my parter because of the odor and the gowey stuff that comes out, i also have to go pee really bad but only little dr... | Hi and thank you so much for this queryI am so sorry to hear about these symptoms. they are suggestive of a urogenital tract infection. Your symptoms are very much in favor of this, I will suggest that you get consulted and treated for this. It would be best to do a vaginal exam, urine test and samples from the vaginal... | |
What causes dryness and broken skin on penis?
BROKEN & DRY SKIN ON PENISHi Doctor, I am facing a hectic probelm of my penis external skin dry and eventually i get my penis skin broken. I applied many lubricant like, baby oil, vaseline, nivea etc. Its appeard first, I think after using a condomn. I get itching inside m... | Hello,It may be due to dry skin. For that you can apply hydrocortisone ointment locally. For itching you can take tablet loratidine. Avoid sweating and harsh cosmetic products. Maintain proper hygiene. Watch for symptoms penile ulcer, discharge.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. R... | |
Suggest remedy for pain in the knee
Hello my name is Michelle and I have and old knee injury that never got taken care of when I was 11 I was riding on the hood of a car on my stomach and fell off then I got pulled under the car and my knee got jammed under the car it was very swollen and bruised and the dr said I had... | Hello,Its possible you may have torn a ligament in your knee. Sometimes you can tear the Anterior Cruciate Ligament.You should see an orthopedic or sports medicine doctor for a full examination of your knee.Best wishes,Dr Rawlinson | |
Will the stretch marks cause chest pain?
I m an obese male. Would stretch marks on my chest hurt? Medically I m okay aside from the need to lose weight, but I will get chest pains, but I can pin point them to where the stretch marks on my chest are. So do stretch marks hurt? And how can I stop it? | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. Yes, stretch marks can cause superficial pain at the site of Mark. But better to first rule out cardiac cause for your chest pain as you are obese. Obese patients tend to have higher cholesterol level. And possibility of Coronar... | |
Suggest creams for fair skin tone
Using melacare. Skin gets dark if melacare not used. Advice for alternate cream? im suhana im using melacare since 3 yrs. if i stop using it my skin tone is going dark before using i was fair but after using it i became more fair but if i stop im loosing my natural clr also im becomin... | Hello and welcome to healthcaremagicMelacare cream should never be used as a regular fairness cream since it contains a potent steroid, mometasone which can cause side effects like photosensitivity, acne, hirsutim (in females), skin thinning and telangiectasias etc. This cream is used by dermatologist for pigmentation/... | |
Suggest remedies for enlarged and malfunctioning right kidney
My Baby Named Sifat of 2 Yrs 8 months.His Right Kidney is Enlarge and Functioning Poor and Delay. I was Tested DTPA and IVU that Attached. It Was Seen Left Kidney Functioning and Right Kidney Obstruct Uropathy. My doctor Sayed Got an Operation by removing B... | Hi,There is a clear evidence of obstructive uropathy in your baby.If obstruction not relieved in time there may be persistent deterioration in kidney function which may not be recovered even after relieving obstruction later.So it is advisable to take opinion of pediatric nephrologist and urosurgeon and proceed for the... | |
Should the non functioning kidney be removed?
My father is 70 years and a heart patient, went under bypass surgery 8 years back. Now he is having stone in left kidney. After DPTA test, it is clear that left kidney is totally non functioning. Is it ok & safe to remove the kidney? What could be the affect of it? | HelloThanks for query .Your father has been detected to have non functioning Left kidney which is confirmed on DTPA scan .In view of his Rt kidney functioning normally and left one is it being non functioning the left kidney is the source of infection and there is high risk of getting repeated infection .Hence it is al... | |
Why is my collarbone popping and causing pain in my neck and shoulder?
Yes my collar bone is popping and is real mushy feeling around my sernam there is alot of pain with this the pain radiates into my neck and shoulder as well it is also makining popping and cracking noises were the bone meets the sernum and swelling... | Hello, As this must be the Sternoclavicular joint inflammation due to ligament sprain. Taking an x-ray is advised. Post which hot water fermentation and exercise to stabilize the Sternoclavicular joint is advised. Also for neck and shoulder stabilization should be a part of the exercise prescription. Hope I have answer... | |
What causes a feeling that someone is standing behind?
Everytime im not doing anything and there is a corner or something behind my, i have a really powerful urge to turn around and look at it for 5 seconds. This happens every 5 seconds and if i dont i start hallucinating something is behind me and the feeling starts ... | Hello,Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query.I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through.It could be a presentation of OCD. This will require treatment with fluvoxamine or clomipramine or fluoxetine etc. Hope I am able to answer your concerns.If you ... | |
What causes dizziness, vomiting and low BP post stent placement?
hi my mum is 65 and has never been ill all her life until last year when she had a heart attack and had stents fitted and has been on medication ever since, for the past couple of days she has been feeling dizzy and it has been going black like she is go... | Hello, Consult a cardiologist and get evaluated.Detailed evaluation is required to find out the exact cause.An ECG and echo test is required to assess the cardiac status. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What causes back spasms and breathing difficulty when suffering from liver cirrhosis?
been told I have cerrihous of the liver and have for the past year have been through testing draining flood of the stomach. Now i stop the blooting and clean houses but have severe pain on the left toward the area of the spleen. what... | Hi U r saying that ur diagnosed as cirrhosi.pain in left hypochondrium is mainly due to spleenomegaly associated with portal hypertension.usually it is dragging pain.breathing problem may be due to hepatopulmonary syndrome or pleural effusion .better to go for investigation..Thank u | |
Suggest remedy for bruise on ankle
about 6 months ago i was playing soccer and i got kicked really hard on my leg and because of that i had a really bad bruise all the way down to my ankle and there is a lump where i got kicked. My concern is that the bruise is gone but the lump is still there. Should i be concerned... | Hi..Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concern..As per your complain it seems that due to sudden blow there has been traumatic injury to the soft tissue fibres leading to inflammation of soft tissues leading to accumulation of inflammatory fluid and swelling..Bruising a... | |
Hard ball like and sore inside cheek after wisdom tooth removal, on penicillin. Is this usual ?
Its been 5 days since my daughter had two wisdom teeth removed. She had the usual swelling of the cheek which has gone done some. However, inside her cheek is a hard type ball about the size of a quarter around maybe, and ... | Hi,As now wisdom teeth are removed, gradually swelling will be subsided.continue with penicillin.If require go for anti-inflammatory medcnes for 2-3 days.This is common with dental infection.Do warm water gargling.Ok and bye. | |
Q. Why are there itching and black spots on penis after sex?
Hello doctor, I am male, 32 years old. Last month I got married. After marriage started having sex daily. Now my penis tip inside foreskin has become blackish and showing black patches and it is itching too. Previously I did not face such kind of problem. No... | Hello. It very well looks like a fungal infection (attachment removed to protect patient identity), the source could be your partner's genitalia as she is complaining of white per vaginal discharge for a long time. You both should consult a gynecologist soon and order swab testing for urself. The gynecologist would als... | |
Suggest treatment for pain in right testicle
My husband is 53 in the last few months he has lost about 17 pounds he has not been dieting and he says that his right testicle has pain that comes and goes for how long he has had this pain I know not he just told me about a week ago he also says that he has had what he sa... | Hello,Causes of testicular pain are:- 1) Injury 2) Testicle torsion 3) Epididymitis 4) Orchitis 5) Inflammation due to sexually transmitted disease. 6) Give proper support to the testicle. Take tablet Brufen if pain. Do ultrasound of scrotum. Treatment mainly depends upon underlying conditions. Kindly follow with detai... | |
Cannot breathe through nose with a bad cold.
Hi! :) Sorry to bother you, but I have a bad cold and I can t breathe out of my nose...I have to breathe out of my mouth, and I was wondering...when I fall asleep how does my body get the oxygen it needs? Do I unconsciously keep breathing out of my mouth? Thanks! ;) | otrivin nasal drops 2 drops twice a day tab.actifed plus twice a day | |
What is the reason for tiredness,headache and muscle spasms?
All week long I felt tired and run down. I usually am full of energy at work. Thursday I came down with a dull headache along with muscle aches, by Friday I was experiencing waves of nausea and cramping and loose stool. Today it seems like the nausea dissipa... | Hi Hope this message finds you in good health.I have gone through your query in detail and understand your concern.you may be having gut infection, with indigestion/ gastritis.take antacids, pro biotic tablets and anti spasmodic tabletsNothing to worry about, You should eventually get back to normal.Get back to me for ... | |
What causes shooting pain all over the body and lower back pain?
I am a 39 year old female 145 pounds and 5 4 One I think I may be a hypercondriac as I always think I have cancer. I do suffer from anxiety and have IBS. Lately I have been having shooting pains all over my body everywhere and bad aching lower back also ... | thank you for your question. I would suggest you to take elavil 25 mg two times daily and dolo-neurobion also twice daily. Apply voltaren gel locally to back after hot fomentation.Avoid lifting heavy objects.supplement Evion 400 mg also once a day.you will be alright soon | |
Can having a small bladder or previous case of kidney stones lead to blood in urine?
right after I go to the bathroom I still feel like I still have to go and I had blood in it 2 time I have had kidney stones 2 time I have a small bladder and one small kidney and the other one is horseshoe shape if one of them migh... | Hi. Yes, the kidney stones or stones anywhere in the urinary tract can cause bleeding and also the infection too can . For you to know the present state , I would advise you to go for Ultrasonography and intravenous pyelography tests along with routine blood and urine tests. This possibly can not cause weight gain ... | |
What are the side effects of steroid-muscular injection?
I had a steroid-muscular injection (8 mg of the medication) for my cold symptoms a week ago. My cold is better, but I feel tired and low energy now. I am worried about side effects of the medication. Is it possible to see any side effects, such as low energy, br... | HiOne dose of steroid injection will not produce any side effects.But generally steroids are not prescribed in acute infections since it will suppress immunity and mask symptoms.Kindly check your temperature and consider taking antibiotics in case of any cold symptoms.Pain killers can be taken since musculoskeletal pai... | |
What causes a small pea sized lump on either side of the groin?
Hi, I have just discovered a small pea size lump on either side of my son' s groin. He had scarlet fever last week and is currently on antibiotics - augmentin. The course is for 10 days and finishes 11th may. Is this something for me to be concerned abo... | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.It is likely to be the inguinal lymohnode swelling or hernial swelling. But most likely it is lymph node swelling.It is common in infection. So do not worry take antibiotics regularly.... | |
How long does MRSA take to heal?
My father-in-law has dry gangrene in his left foot, they want to amputate up to his knee. He currently is also fighting off MRSA that he recently got while at a local hospital. He is a diabetic and around 68 years of age. He does not want to have the surgery. How long will he have to l... | IT IS SAD QUESTION ....SURGERY IS VERY IMPORTANT ....SURGERY AND DEBRIDEMENT AND ANTIBIOTIC..WILL MAKE HIM GOOD..HE NEED PSYCHOLOGICAL SUPPORT |
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