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Q. Why are there inflamed nasal swellings and ear plugs?
Hello doctor, I apologize for the long message, but I am a concerned mom. I have two sons (ages 3 and 5) and both of them and I have been experiencing chronic sinus or ear issues for the past several months. Their pediatrician has referred us to ENT since she do... | Hi. Do not stop Zyrtec (Cetirizine) and nasal corticosteroid spray. The polluted environment around you can harm your children badly. I think that the black plug inside your son's ear is a fungal infection. You need a topical antifungal drop for five days, then the ENT specialist will wash it off, vacuum it. There is a... | |
What causes recurring neck and back pain?
I had an epidural On January 5th before delivering my child. This epidural didn t take and the anesthesiologist had lost of difficulties with me. I ve had 2 prior 4 years ago, the 1st one didn t take so the anesthesiologist at that time removed it and replaced it, and it took ... | Hello, As per your history, it may be due to nerve compression. For that, you can take tablet motrin. Apply diclofenac gel or ointment. Heating pads will also help. You may require MRI neck and back region, nerve conduction studies after consultation. Keep your self hydrated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me kno... | |
Tube removed after having ectopic pregnancy. TB PCR test advised. Is this test necessary?
My wife has undergone ectopic pregnecy surgery three years ago and her left tube has been removed. Now after that she never conceived and now her doctor has asked to undergo TB PCR test to check for the fertility problem. So my q... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The TB_PCR test is done to detect any genital tuberculosis. It is not related to the surgery for ectopic pregnancy that she had earlier. In case of such genital infections, blocked tubes are likely cause of infertility. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for y... | |
What could sharp chest pain with dizziness & vomiting suggest?
what could be the reason my heart hurts and feels like needle poking it for 5 hours now, why do i have HORRIBLE right chest pain at night usually staring at 1 AM with dizziness, fainting, vomiting and feeling like dying.it happens so often now since 2012. ... | Thanks for your question on HCM.In my opinion you are having mostly GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease).But better to get done ECG to rule out cardiac cause first.If ECG is normal than no need to worry much for cardiac cause.You mostly have GERD only. For GERD ,along with drugs, following lifestyle modifications are... | |
What is the reason for the pain in the knee and muscles around the knee?
I have been doing physiotherapy on my left ankle x momths for an old ligament injury,therapy included laser for pain management.However about two months ago I began having intense pains in both knees and th muscles around the knees on attempting ... | please don't worry ,everything will be fine with your physiotherapy and take good ointment for pain removal,holter compress will also be helpful | |
Could consuming marijuana effect heart defects?
24 Yr. old male: I have a bicuspid aortic valve and a coarctation of the aorta. I am also being treated for high blood pressure (my BP prior to medication was usually around 145/90). My resting hear rate is usually around 55-65. My question is: I use marijuana fairly reg... | Hello!Thank you for asking on HCM!Regarding your concern, I would explain that in a normal person, marijuana can lead to 5times increased risk of heart attack during the first hour after smoking it. From the other hand, when taken regularly for a long time, it can lead to chronic changes in the blood vessels wall, caus... | |
Will x-ray done during early pregnancy cause any harm to fetus?
Hi .. Plz help me out, I am very worried and confused also. As we don't know about the pregnancy I had chest X-ray during very early stage of pregnancy. Let me share the sequences wise details with you which were happened with me. 1. My period date i... | Thank you for trusting us with your query.I'll try to explain with numbers so that you can understand about the various magnitudes.Strength of radiation of Imaging studies like X- Ray, CTS are measure in RADS.usually an exposure of 10 rads will cause harm.1 RAD= 1000 milli radsChest X-Ray is approximately 60 milli rads... | |
What does a lump behind the achilles tendon indicate?
Hi, I have a bulge at the back of my achilles tendon just above my heel. It is very sore and sensitive when my shoe rubs against it. I had the same thing happen several years ago and it was a tear in my Achilles tendon. Do I need to see a doctor for this? Can anyth... | Hello dear , hiWarm welcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have gone through your concern in depth .* There are different conditions which can be possible for this presentation as - tendon cyst ( bursa cyst ) - sebaceous cyst - hematoma or abscess in case of injury - others .* Needs ultrasound examination of... | |
Suggest treatment for the pain the jaw line
Hi doctors, Good day. My wife s suffering from severe pain below ears which Is exactly the continuation of jaw from ear and there seems to swollen as well. While investigating her ear found that her ear drum has a hole and kind of ruptured. We consulted couple of doctors iin... | hi,thank you for providing the brief history of you.A thorough vestibular assessment is advised.As the doctors have mentioned issues taking to drum issues which has one or the two reasons there needs a thorough assessment.There is someone called Dr. Arun in Clumax , Bangalore with whom I have a good experience for my p... | |
14 year old suffering from proteinuria. Is it possible to cure ?
hi doctor my son age 14 yrs is suffering from proteinuria n his creatinine count is gone 2.49 can u help | Hello. Thanks for choosing HealthcareMagic forum. Your son is having a kidney problem. The type of problem he is having and the treatment can be told only after doing further blood investigations.In most of the cases it is a reversible disorder.Dont worry and follow your doctor's advise. Dr. Rakhi Tayal | |
Suggest treatment for cough and heaviness in chest
I work in a nursing home. After housekeeking cleaned a bathroom and used disenfectant spray I went in. I could not breath without my throat burning. After leaving the bathroom I kept coughing & felt a heaviness in my chest. It has been 3 days & my Dr. Put me on predni... | Hello,By your history and description, possibility of acute bronchitis due to disinfectant spray and cleaning is more likely. Best treatment for bronchitis is inhaled treatment.Since, you are not taking inhaled treatment, your cough is not improving. So, it is better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical exami... | |
What to do for rashes like ringworm all over body?
have rash that started on torso. first began as a bump but developed into what looked like a ring worm. however i was told my a doc that it wasnt. after a week the rash spread and has spread throughout half of my body. bumps that develop a dark brown center that is fl... | hi there.1. your concern may be tinea corporis.2. its a contagious fungal infection.3. you can try terbicip spray twice daily on affected areas.4. avoid wet clothes and avoid sharing.5. consult a dermatologist near by you for starting oral antifungal medication this may help you. | |
Can HBP and hardening of the heart cause change in the arm?
We noticed last night the my husbands right arm is significantly smaller than it use to be and and a lot smaller than left arm and he is right handed. For the past year he has been treated for high blood pressure and hardening of the heart. What would cause... | No blood pressure will not cause change in arm.blood pressure has no relation to arm span or diameter | |
What does exercise induced asthma, cold and blurry vision on waking up mean?
a 21 year old daughter at college. seems to have exercise induced asthma with cold trigger (just recently.) more concerning is two episodes of blurry vision in her right eye, after waking from a nap. Duration less than 5 minutes. One episode ... | Hello.Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your daughter's history and would like to make suggestions for her as follows:1. I would mostly agree with her current treatment, but were I treating her, I would add montelukast in her treatment.2. Blurring of vision is not a common side effects of these medicines, so p... | |
What causes lump on the buttocks?
i have a lump type thing on my left butt cheek , it is sore when i sit down and very tender but a lil hard when i touch it, it has a light/dark blood colour on it and does leak yuck yellow/light brown stuff sometimes. What is it?? i need an answer asap please | Hi,This is likely to be a small abscess. It appears to be infected so I suggest you need antibiotics. Regards,Dr K A Pottinger | |
Suggest dosage of 'fertomid-50' for getting pregnant
my age is 49 i'm 5ft 4in 16 stone, i have inactive thyroid, i have misscarried 3 time, that why i went online for drugs to help me try again, but all of a sudden my period stop at the end of october, i have thease tablets called fertomid-50, i have no clue on how to... | Hi there,Welcome to HCM,To stop having regular periods at 49 years would mean that your ovaries are not producing eggs and it is very unlikely that you will conceive.Fertomid is given to women with PCOS, but they are unlikely to work if you don't have any period. Moreover they have to be started from the second day of ... | |
Q. What is the reason for low sex drive in men?
Hello doctor,From the last two months, I am not interested in sex. I do not know why. | Hello. Please check your thyroid hormone profile, testosterone, and FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone). For more information consult an internal medicine physician online --> | |
Can a viral infection cause itchy rashes?
I had a terrible cough, sore throat, and runny nose with a high fever for about 5 days. I was even coughing up yellow phlegm and when I blew/blow my nose it yellow or bloody.woke up Monday morning feeling great but noticed a faint rash on the tops of my hands, elbows, ankles, ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Considering the symptoms, in my opinion you have been going through a bacterial infection which started as an upper respiratory infection and progressed in acute bronchitis(probably from streptococus). This infection usually m... | |
How do I know if I have a strained, pulled or torn hamstring? I have pain in my hamstring that goes up into my groin area and also my lower glut on outer side. Sometimes outside of knee hurts. I ice but it doesn t numb my leg enough to not feel the pain. It takes 800mg ibuprofen to relieve pain. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It will cause pain and swelling on walking. You will not be able to do stressful activities like jumping. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Q. Are sweating, dilated pupil and muscle stiffness side effects of Venlafaxine?
Hello doctor, Today my sister, who is 22 years old, started taking Venlafaxine 75 mg, but after a couple of hours she felt nauseated and started sweating and got red cheeks as well. Now I notice that her pupils are dilated, and she has se... | Hello. Sorry to know about your sister's symptoms. The symptoms you mentioned is for Serotonin syndrome which causes palpitations, muscle stiffness, hyperthermia, sweating, hyperactivity, and confusion. The mechanism is serotonin excess in the brain. It is one of the possible adverse effects of Venlafaxine (develop wit... | |
Could hard, painful and bleeding with bowel movements with history of having piles be due to intake of mirtazapine?
I have been put on mirtazapine in the last 3 weeks. Last week I ve experienced hard ,painful and bleeding stool movements. I had been treated for piles over 5 years ago..is the recurrence likely to be du... | Hello, The symptoms seem to be related to hemorrhoids. There is a possibility that Mirtazapine can have triggered the symptoms. I suggest using an anti hemorrhoid cream for local application such as Preparation H. I also suggest soaking in warm water for relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can ass... | |
What causes abdominal cramps and vomiting after stopping birth control pills?
Alright so I been on birth control but stopped on the green pills and after those were finished didn't take any for three days. Me and my boyfriend had sex and he finished in me on accident this was three or four days after my period. A coup... | Hello,An unprotected intercourse 3-4 days after the onset of the period in a regular 28-30 day cycle cannot cause conception as this has happened during the non-ovulatory or safe period. Sometimes, cramps can occur around ovulation and if severe, may also result in vomiting and distress. Since you stopped taking the pi... | |
Q. Why is my period delayed after having protected sex on 14th day of cycle?
Hi doctor, I have an average cycle length of 29 days with the longest being 31 days. I have never missed a period before and always got a brown discharge before my periods. I last had my periods 31 days back, then had protected sex once (with... | Hello. As you said that the sex was protected and that there was no condom misadventure, so chances of pregnancy are minimal and the symptoms are more of premenstrual rather than pregnancy. However, considering that both symptoms overlap, the best way to rule out any pregnancy would be to get a serum beta hCG test done... | |
How to get a pimple less and fair skin ?
i want pimples onmy face 2 be reduced and i wana have fairness in my face hai . . . .gud evng i'm gupta from kanchipuram can u please tell me how can i get fairness in my face and can u plz. . . . .tel me how pimples2 be reduced? | Hi Welcome to HCM. balance of your hormons have disturbed.It is better to consult a dermatalogist or visit a homeopathic specialist.In acne there are so many good remedies available in homeopathy and i successfully treated many cases of acne and pimples. Regards, Dr.Khalid Minhas if any querry contact at drkhalidminhas... | |
Is it to be concern about body aches and pain in the mac tuck?
I have been having issues with body aches and pains as if a Mac tuck has run me over. Face and neck swelling (currently on the right side of face). Lymph nodes in neck are enlarged. Lymph nodes under arms and between legs hurt. Tingling and numbness in a v... | Hi, The EBV test is lame. Inflammation causes antibody to be elevated. If you are sick there is a high possibility the EBV test will be positive. A blood count showing an overabundance of NORMAL LOOKING LYMPHOCYTES that have ONE central dot (one nucleus) will show you have MONONUCLEOSIS. This is often EBV. You need the... | |
Suggest treatment for throat pain and persistent cough
Hello..i m having cough for last 1.5 month...now i m having pain in my throat as well...i m not able to sleep...some times i puked as well...My condition is very bad...please help me and suggest me if there is any doctor to whom i can consult...Thanks...Ishan Tri... | kindly go for xray chest PA and evaluate your tonsil meanwhile tab aziwok 600 od tab zerodol spbdmouth gargle with warm saline | |
Suggest treatment for bronchitis with persistent cough
yes please. My 22 year-old daughter got a bronchitis and was treated with Augmentin for 6 days. she is almost ok but cough from timt to time. chest appears clear but at night she does have a little crepitations. Does she need steroid (prednisone) for few days. she... | Hello UIt would be better for her to do a Spirometry test and after to decide about steroids use.Regards Dr.Jolanda | |
Suggest suitable medication for high BP and cardiac problems
I was Rxd trika0.25 8 yrs ago. but after 5yrs I had to increase the dose to half of 0.50 tab but it is always disturbed sleep or very less sleep sayless than 2 hrs in a night. is it okay I increase the tab dose?? I am63yrs old woman and have high BP and card... | Good Evening,Thanks for given information,According to your history disease and age FACTOR,suggest you to maintain blood pressure might be helpful for both cardiac and bp Caridilol 12.5mg Thanks for consult Regards, Dr,Naeem. MD | |
Pimples on legs with white tips that itch, hurt while bending. Diagnosis ?
Hello. I have a question regarding pimples on legs. I have had about 15-20 pimples ranging in size on specifically my left leg, though it is on both. Some have white tips, some itch, some are very tender. I have them on the back of my left knee... | Hello,Thanks for the query,you might be suffering from recurrent folliculitis.It is a superficial bacterial infection.Take a course of antibiotics.Apply an antibacterial cream like mupirocine.Hot fomentation is also good,If you dont get any relief get a culture and sensitivity test done.This will tell you exactly what... | |
Q. My wife underwent ICSI. Please go through the reports and provide your opinion.
Hello doctor, My wife has undergone ICSI three-day embryo transfer. One cell is compact grade and others are grade-B. She got pregnant successfully and the values were at DPT 14, HCG 577 and progesterone level 23 and DPT 16, HCG 1577 an... | Hello. I have gone through your history and reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and understand your concerns. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
What causes rapid heart rate?
I experienced today while running at approximately 10mph a sudden jump in my heart rate. It happened at approximately 3/4 of a mile. It went from a steady 155bpm at this pace to over 200bpm. It peaked out at 228bpm when I got light headed and had to slow down. I had to drop to a walk to g... | Hello dear ... Very good observation...I will personally advice your to go for TMT test which will show while exercise what kind of rhythm you have... This will help whether need to be more concern or.. We can neglect... definitely you have symptoms while doing exercise then should be evaluated... Take care... will be ... | |
How does cancer along with lupus affect the quality of life?
On July 21st 1995, at age 41, I had a right radical mastectomy that was a stage 3+. I had the aggressive breast cancer. December 8,1997 my breast cancer returned in lymph nodes in my right under arm area that was a stage 4. January 1998 the Bone Marrow Team ... | Hello,Having a positive antinuclear antibody does not conclude that you have lupus. Do you have the following symptoms? -Patchy hair loss , oral ulcers, and nasal ulcers. -History of seizures or strokes, blood clots, active joint pain, and stiffness. -Color changes with cold exposure and pain in the digits, skin rash a... | |
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach and abdominal pain. Flu symptoms?
I have been having nasua and some abdominal pain . I got sick and was out a few days then went back to work. the Diarehha and the vomitting stop but the stomach ache, nasua and abdominal pain have not. My doctor said it was just the stomach flu and ... | hi, looks like gastroenteritis , as your doctor ve told in simple words, don't worry , u ll b alright. thanks | |
What causes frequent urination after an increase in Metapropol dosage?
Recently my cardiologist increased my metapropol succtrate dosage to 100mg twice. A day to lower myheartrate it was I the 90 s and he wanted below 85 because I. Had a past history of Avib. It has. Increased. My. Urine output. I know it s not suppos... | Hi ThereAfter going through your query I understand your concern.I would like to tell you that metoprolol has a rare side effect of increased urine frequency as they help in relaxing muscles in bladder neck.It's advisable to consult your doctor and ask him to either decrease the dose or start an alternative.Hopefully t... | |
Can taking Sinpine help treat mood swings due to disturbed mind?
My daughter has been self harming herself and has recently been given sinpine 25 mg to help. lately i have seen her mood can change quickly and she talks so fast that i cant understand what she's saying, her conversation can change from one to another. s... | Hello,The symptoms of your daughter are suggestive of psychotic disorder- may be schizophrenia. The point that she has increased speech output can be a part of schizophrenia or may be mania together with it.This can only be diagnosed correctly by interviewing her. However, both can be treated with adequatley with meds.... | |
Suffering from skin allergy, irritation. Taking odoxil, vizylac. Treatment?
sir i have a some type of skin allergic.when i take the medicine at that time every thing is ok, means no irritation etc. i do a course of one weak, and i am feel quit good. But after some days the same thing is repeating. what should i do, si... | dont use levocetrizine antibiotic and vitamins no almonds coconut walnut groundnut mustard soya oils use mik and nut free soap shampoo ointments creams no milk and diary products take cleritin once a day apply mometasone on affected skin get bloodserum tested for milk wheat potato rice chana egg blood seru antibodiesfo... | |
Is histal effective for allergy?
Good night I gave my 3 yr old Ventolin for his cough & Aerius 0.5mg but he is really itchy. I dont know if has picked up an allergy that is causing him to itch. I dont think it is the medicine as it did not have this effect on him before.<Can i give him Histal to cool the allergy? | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicThe appropriate dose of aerius would be 2.5mg, if you gave the 0.5mg as written above then it would not have any effect on him and you could consider either completing the dose or giving the histal.If you gave 2.5mg of aerius earlier, then you would have to be careful about giving h... | |
Suggest remedy for allergic bronchitis
i have allergic bronchitis (cough) and before 2 years i was suffering with a little problem in breathing but then i got well but now again from one month i'm having a lot of problem in breathing.... and from days i feel too much sleepy whole day and i feel that it is because my l... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.Bronchitis can recur so we can should definitely rule out bronchitis in your case.So consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).PFT will tell you about severity of the disease ... | |
How to cure a mass (4x2) on the upper lobe of left lung?
I just found out I have a mass in the upper lobe of my left lung. I have to wait till monday to hear about my next appt. I am so hoping it isn't a high stage of cancer. My dr. said the mass is 4 x 2 (just found in ct scan)I am so scared! Is this what is condiser... | Hi Dear !! Thanks for your query to HCM.Read and reviewed your query and health concerns. You seem to suffer from -it could be NSCLC(Non-Small/ or Large Cell Lung Cancer)-mostly, as notified by your doctor.This being most common lung cancer affecting 82% of all lung cancer afflictions.Or it could also belong to SCLC(Sm... | |
Q. Is hepatitis B curable?
Hello doctor, I am hepatitis B patient. My current status is as follows. HBeAg - negative (0.010), HBV E antibody or Ag - positive (0.031) and HBV DNA quantitative (PCR) less than 17.1 IU/mL. Please advise whether this can be cured to become negative as it is affecting my career. | Hello. Anti-HBc (both IgM and IgG), Liver panel, ultrasound of the liver INR/PT and serum albumin if not part of the liver profile. 1. Chronic hepatitis B. 2. Chronic carrier state. 3. Acute infection in window phase (with less infectivity). Yes, it is treatable, but I would be able to give you a better answer once I h... | |
What causes shoulder pain radiating from blade to elbow?
I have significant shoulder pain radiating from blade to elbow with some tingling. It especially hurts when I try to lay down at night. My wife noticed that this shoulder is lower that the other when i stand up and the blade sticks out a little. i have no insura... | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The symptoms seem to be related to a pinched nerve in the shoulder. I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms. I also suggest to maintain the area immobilized to prevent further damage. If the symptoms conti... | |
What can cause black stools with cough,cold and fever in kids?
my 15 month old has had a persistant cough/cold/fever for a week which is a reoccurance from last month, what s different this time is his poo is black, we however have been giving him the minute maid pomegranate blueberry enhanced juice. Could that be the... | Hi...yes this could be the reason for the black colored stool. Nothing to worry about it. Sometimes the natural color of the foods can reflect in stools and urine.This can happen if the kid is n iron supplements also.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Suffering from irritable bowel syndrome, occurs on eating Indian food. Cure for food allergy?
i have irritable bowel syndrome for many years. If I am in a place like XXXXX and eat beef, ham, burgers, sausages, cheese etc. my stool formation is solid and I have no irritable bowel syndrome. The moment I come agack to XX... | Hi Thanks for your query First of all you must know that irritable bowel syndrome is not an allergic disorder. Life style modification is the main treatment of it. Certain foods, such as cruciferous vegetables (cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, brussels sprouts) and legumes (beans) may worsen bloating and gassiness. Diet... | |
Suggest treatment for osteo chondromalacia
i have patello femoral osteophyte formation is present with minimal changes at the posterior aspects of the patellae which may represent osteo chondromalacia, I have lot of pain on top of my patella, I can t go up stairs and up to a chair, I am 51 years old, should I do for a... | Hello, As this indicated that there us maltracking of the patella. This means that when there is an extension of the knee the patella moves upwards to lock the knee joint. You can take help of the physiotherapists who can teach you the VMO exercises. It's very important to do the VMO exercise to correct the maltracking... | |
How to improve concentration power in kids?
I am a mother of 7 year old boy kid. He is a very active child and fairly doing well in school. but this year a lot of complaints come from his teacher on his inattetiveness and i work for a bank. my working hours are weared and hardly spend time with him, except for weekend... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Low attention in children aged 6 to 10 is normal. This can be attributable to their attention span which is very much limited and is around 2 to 3 minutes. If they are not entertained properly, their attention wanders. Curricul... | |
Suggest treatment for pain and blood seeping out of penis
i got hit in the scrotum about an hour ago. i am having a constant throbbing pain with blood seeping out of my penis and at the beginning of urination. i dont feel any abnormal formations in and around my left testicle where most of the pain originates and the ... | Hello, Yes, you need to go to the ER, since we don't know the internal structure injury. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr S.R.Raveendran, Sexologist | |
Cyst on kidney, back pain. Should i get it removed? What more can i do?
I just had an MRI for my lower back and the report said there was a 2.7 x 2.4 cortical cyst on my left kidney . I have made an appointment to see my primary care doctor tomorrow but am unsure of what questions I should ask. Needless to say I was n... | Hi Cortical cyst of 2.7 x 2.4 does not cause any problem.It is an incidental finding.I have seen these type of cysts in very large number of patients without any problem. Your back ache may be due to musculo skeletal pain. Please take skeletal muscle relaxant and B complex with antioxidant tablet. Everything will be al... | |
Is recurring cough concerning?
I got a normal cold on Halloween Day. It went though the normal channels and the cough was pretty bad for about 3 weeks. The week before Thanksgiving I still had a cough but not that bad. Two days before Thanksgiving we got a new Heating and Air Conditioning System. I have not got... | Hello dearWarm welcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query thoroughly .* This seems in relation with different possibilities as - bronchospasm secondary to smoking , exposure to pollen , dust or compressed air particles .* Need specific precautions for the same- Avoid smoking .- Avoid... | |
What causes breathlessness with blockage in the nose?
sir i m very depressed pleasse help me.i m 27 years old.i m suffering with breathing problem.after every 4 or 5 days i feel breathless.i have consulted many doctors n also i have undergone many tests,everything is fine but after every 4 or 5 dayy i feel breathless ... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. Breathing difficulty with nose blockage are seen with allergic rhinitis and asthma.So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).You will mostly improve with inhaled... | |
What causes several lumps on the head of a child?
I noticed several lumps on my 4 year old son s head today. They are all over his head. 3 are on the crown of his head and 2 at the bottom right of his head. 3 are hard and 2 are softer. They don t itch or hurt. 4 of them are dime to nickel size and one on his bottom ri... | Hi...by what you quote I feel that they could be lymph nodes which are increasing in size. But as they are not bothering them in any way it is not an emergency.But as they are multiple in numbers and increasing I suggest you get in touch with your pediatrician regarding this.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Does water retention cause swelling in the legs?
I have swelling in both legs, the right much worse than the left. I have taken a water pill and have had no relief. my legs, knees, and hips ache horribly daily. My doctor just tells me it s water retention and there s nothing I can do about it. Is this true? | Hello,Yes, you are right. Water retention causes swelling in legs.The common causes of swelling in legs are:1) Sedentary lifestyle2) Diseases related to heart, kidney, and liver3) Lymphedema4) Chronic venous insufficiency5) Thrombophlebitis and many moreSo, I will suggest you review here with detailed history or consul... | |
What causes stomach pain , itchy rectum , headache and back pain?
I have stomach pain and itchy rectum for the past few days. I have been taking Metronidazol 500mg for a week but it was giving me dizziness, vertigo. I have also headaches, muscles twitches in eye lid, temporal, neck, back pain. I have to go back and se... | Hi. Thanks for your query. After reading your history carefully I can suggest the following:Since you have already taken a full course of metronidazole, please stop it. Your symptoms are more suggestive of a bacterial entero-colitis with its complications of the symptoms you have noted. You need a good antibiotic activ... | |
Could the lump in the auxiliary area be removed surgically?
Hi, I'm a 27 year old female. I'm experiencing pain and burning in the left auxiliary area. 4 years ago I had a mammogram and ultra sound to check for cancer.. They didn't find anything.. The lump is still there and it is getting very painful. I do have a fam... | hi.it is best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a general surgeon to do medical and physical examination. it might just be an axillary lymphadenopathy secondary to a recent infection, like an upper respiratory tract infection. it could also be other benign lesions such as hidradenitis suppurativa which needs, me... | |
What home remedy can I take to prevent heaviness in the stomach due to ciprofloxacin and paracetamol ?
i`m taking ciproflaxacin with paracetamol, my tummy feels heavy(i need home remedis to stop this), and can you tell me how the combination helps with PID(ultrasound-related) | Hi tricia; Thanks for choosing HealthcareMagic Ciprofloxacin is a broad spectrum antibiotic & paracetamol is a analgesic .These medicines have been prescribed by your doctor for PID (pelvic inflammatory disease).The name itself suggests that there is inflammation in pelvis which comes because of infection so it is nece... | |
Suggest treatment for mottled skin and pain on legs
Hi I am very worried I am 42 years of age always had slighty mottled skin on legs but not that noticable over the past 6 months also my left lower leg aches is has become worse and I now have this on my arms do you know what could be causing this ? I am 5 ft 2 inches... | Hello, As a first line management, you can apply low potency steroid creams like betamethasone for symptomatic relief. If the lesion persists, it is better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Famil... | |
Suggest treatment for a sore under the tongue
recently my brother has sore type under his tongue after preliminary investigation doctor's conclusion was that is due to bacterial infection and he started antibiotics for weeks it totally disappeared .After fortnight it again appeared what might be the reason and wha... | Hello and Welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. A sore under tongue can be a canker sore or yes, it can be bacterial infection as it went away completely after treatment with antibiotics..There is a possibility that the infection was not completely resolved and it is the c... | |
Can I have sex if I have lymphnode tb and hepatitis?
if had detected with lymphnode tb.on my right neck.its a small swelling.i has been detected last month.im under the treatment off rimactazid 450 and streptomycin injections as AKT-4 IS CAUSING HEPATITIS.im married just 2 months before.can i hv sex with my husband. | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.Being a patient of tubercular lymphadenitis you need to undergo for least 6 to 8 months. it includes 2 months of intensive phase.after intensive phase is over you can go for sex with your partner without any trouble.thanks | |
Q. What is the best treatment option for baldness?
Hello doctor,I would like to go for hair transplantation. So, kindly advice me about which is the best option. | Hello. From your photos (attachment removed to protect patient identity), I can see that you have grade 7 baldness with limited donor hair. But, you have also got small, thinned-out hair in the hair loss area. So my suggestion is as follows. You should understand that the result you can expect is not a head full of hai... | |
Suggest treatment for infected wisdom tooth
HELLO i AM 33 YRS OF AGE, IM 5'10 AND WEIGH 225 POUNDS. I HAVE AN INFECTED WISDOM TOOTH AND IM CURRENTLY IN THE ER AWAITING TO SEE THE DOC. I AM ALLERGIC TO PENICILLIN, WHAT OTHER MEDS ARE OUT THERE THAT WILL WORK JUST AS GOOD AS PENICILLIN FOR MY SITUATION. | Hello,Thanks for consulting HCMRead your query as you have infected wisdom tooth infection in tooth can be due to some reason like if tooth is carious or decayed tooth with Periapical pathology may be Periapical Abscess or due to Impacted or Partially erupted tooth with Pericoronal abscess . If you have infected tooth... | |
Suggest remedy for restless legs,tiredness and discharge
Hi I am 4 1/2 weeks post Lavh, removing everything, and have been doing well. I now seem to have hit a wall with tiredness and feel I may have an infection as am getting quite a bit if discharge. I also have restless legs which are stopping me from sleeping very... | Hello,Thank you for your contact to healthcare magic.I understand your health concern, if I am your doctor I suggest you that if you have discharge that smells bad and suggestive of infection you have to treat them. Do culture and sensitivity testing and take treatment accordingly. Do yoga and mild exercise that help i... | |
Can Oxycodone be prescribed so as to be free of bone pain?
Hi...I m Debbie and was diagnosed with Anal cancer in Dec 27 2005. Started radiation Jan 2006...went through chemo and had part of my liver respected since it had metastisized . For 7 years I Watson Fenytynal and oxycodone. In IN laws have changed and I am on ... | hi Debbie. your doctor is giving you drugs for pain relief. its really great that you have got such a survival with this disease. depending on the extent of disease we decide about the treatment. radiation to spine is an alternate for spinal metastasis. | |
Suggest medication to control chronic abscess formation
I have suffered from chronic abcesses for 19 years now. I am growing weary and tired from this. I have been on every antibiotic known to man and still no progress. What else can I do about this to at least have them under some kind of control..... ???? | Hello there i am dr.milan infecrious disease specialist answering your query.You need to go for certain investigation of abscess.Like culture for pyogenic organism and culture for tuberculous and non-tuberculus organism.While going for culture take specimen when you are not on antibiotic atleast for 3-5 days. And if yo... | |
What causes severe pain below the rib cage?
Left sided lower rib cage anterior pain. No known injury other than possibly brought on by raking the yard. Pain is sudden and sharp with a stabbing sensation. Pain is intermittent. Pain scale = 4/10 to 5/10. Increased pain with coughing or sneezing. No history of cardiac an... | Hello Thanks for writing to us, I have studied your case with diligence.As per your history there is possibility of rib contusion or costochondritis.Rib contusion is visible on X ray . I will advise to consult to orthopaedic surgeon.Medication like muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain along with it use rib su... | |
Diagnosed with cervical spondylosis and wedge fracture. What are the causes and treatment?
Sir i had appeared in medicals for joining indian air force as fighter pilot.Ic was declared unfit by them on basis that i am having 1. Cervical Spondylosis 2.Wedge Fracture CV5-CV6 though i never had any injury in my neck and n... | Hi You hav put a great variation in opinion. Any how if no h/o injury, it can be metabolic, congenital,problem .Go for MRI, a definite correct opinion can easily be made best of luck | |
Will the intake of medicines for bi polar disorder affect any of my vital organs?
I am diagnosed with bi polar disorder. I am currently ingesting clonazapam0.5mg twice daily. zopiclone7.5mgat bedtime mylan metoprolol(l)50 mgtwice daily divalproex125mg twice daily lithium carbonate150mg0000mg at bedtime along with4 300... | 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.The two mood stabilizers you are on i.e lithium and divalproex are bothin sub optimal doses and there is no reason why you should be exposed to the risk of both ... | |
How to heal injured and swollen head?
I got jumped the other day, the night of the 14th, and apparently a friend told me I hit my head on the concrete right above the right side hairline. They helped stop them but now I have a soft spot on my head, it hurts mostly all the time. I take aspirin to take swelling down but... | Hi and welcome ot HCM. cetain degree an duration of such smptoms is expected even up to 1month after injury but if this persist or worsens you should visit neruologist. WIsh you good health. Regards | |
Suggest treatment for yellow discoloration of teeth
Hi Doctor, I have a yellow tooth from my childhood or from the time I got my 1st tooth. I consulted a doctor once and he mentioned it should be flurosis. Please suggest me with a treatment to get rid of the yellow color and would also like to know if there is a age c... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The yellowish discoloration could be because of the fluorosis or secondary to deposits.Consult a oral physician and endodontist to rule out these two conditions.If it is fluorosis, then you can get the tooth treated with veneers or tooth color crown. If it is becaus... | |
Is it safe to take tamoxofin for mucinous cancer?
Hello: A 30 year old female has mucinous carcinoma estrogen and progesterone positive. Successful lumpedtomy and completion of radiation therapy - now she must decide yes or no to take tamoxofin. Are there any significant differences between mucinous and ductile canc... | ER positivity is what decides usage of harmones but not histology. Since you said she is ER positive she needs to be on harmones. If she is premenopausal lady tamoxifen is the only option | |
Suggest remedy for persistent chest pain with intense muscle spasms
I have chest tighness, when I burp, it gets worse. The pain is in the middle of my chest and it is only pressure, not intense. I am not hungry and have to eat whether I want to or not. I recently completed treatment for what was diagnosed as Chron s w... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Possibility of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more in your case. This can be due to gastric ulcer also. It is mostly due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esoph... | |
How to deal with painful arm and shoulder post injury?
Hi, may I ansI was in a car accident on Friday 4-9-10. I accelerated from a complete stop and when I accelerated, a bug flew into my window and I turned my head and ended up slamming into the truck in front of me at a very close range. The seat belt slammed into m... | HelloThank You for contacting HCM.There could be hair line fracture or sprain. I would recommend you to visit hospital for Xray to rule out any such cause. In the meanwhile i would suggest you following things:> Take naproxen twice a day for 5 days> Apply ibuprofen cream over the shoulder and massage.> Take boiling wat... | |
How to check that the chemo is killing the cancer cells and the disease is not progressing?
My Father,67 years, was diagnosed with NHL diffuse large B cell type lymphoma , about 2 months ago. Staged as 1. He was recommended 6 cycles of R-CHOP. He has completed 2. since the last 7-8 days he has been complaining of feve... | Hi! welcome to HCM! In most cases, the treatment for diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is chemotherapy, usually with a regimen of 4 drugs cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, vincristine, and prednisone, plus the monoclonal antibody rituximab . This regimen, known as R-CHOP, is usually given for about 6 months. Rituximab... | |
Why is the Fertisure M tablet used for?
HELLO SIR.... I AM RAJESH AM 31 YRS OLD.... MY QUESTION IS WHAT IS THE USE OF FERTISURE M TABLET.... MY SEMEN ANALYSIS REPORT IS TAKEN..... MY TOTAL SPERM COUNT IS 110 MILLIONS/ML, MY ACTIVE MOYILE 65% AND MORPHOLOGY NIRMAL FORMS 65% AMD ABNORMAL FORMS 35% AND MY SPERM QUATITY I... | Dear Rajesh, fertisure M contains co enzyme Q and other antioxidants that help improve the sperm motility by decreasing the damage.as you got normal Semen report no need for this tablet.kindly have healthy diet pattern.thank youhope i answered your query | |
What is the treatment for a bruise in the cervical spine?
My brother had cervical spine surgery 4 y ago ~ then, lumbar surgery 8 months ago. Lumbar area is doing well, but MRI of cervical spine shows a bruise & surgeon recommends "complete disability" d/t cervical bruise ~ he had been asymptomatic prior to that surge... | Hello!Thank you for asking on HCM!Regarding your concern, I would explain that his symptoms could be related to cervical myelopathy. I would like to directly review his cervical MRI results in order to be able to give a more professional opinion. Meanwhile, I would recommend holding a cervical collar in order to help m... | |
Tingling numbness and burning sensation in hands and feet, difficulty in focusing left eye, difficulty to concentrate. History of several mini strokes and balance issues. Suggested MS test. Advice
I have tingling numbness and burning sensations in my fingers hands and sometimes the bottoms of my feet, and sometimes... | Hello,Thanks for the query,Please note that there are several neurological problems can present in this way. Though it can be MS in your case, other conditions need exclusion. Other conditions that need exclusion are vitamin B12 deficiency, systemic vasculitis, and chronic neuroinfections and so on. Tests which can dif... | |
What causes infertility after having the medical termination of pregnancy?
we had a medical termination of pregnancy carried out about 1 year ago in the 7th month of pregnancy due to dandy walker variant present in the baby. We have since then tried for a baby with no results (trying for 7 months). Do we need to see a... | HI, I understand your concern. Termination at 7 months is just like a miniature delivery. So resuming normal ovulatory cycles may take few months. In addition your physical & psychological well being plays essential part in conception. I feel not the fertility specialists, but you can consult a gynecologist ... | |
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... | |
How to get rid of fluid like growth on the back near spine?
Hi, I dont have a hunch back its more like fluid when i push on it. I also feel my bone kind of pocking out, its in the area behind my neck where my back starts. I have long hair and I do not wear my hair up because it looks like a hump. how can I get ride of... | Hello, As mentioned about the fluid stored bump over the spinal column I would first recommend you on beforehand to get it examined by a neuro surgeon. If the bump found to be superficial it can be drained by a needle under a neuro surgeons guidance. But beforehand an MRI will be taken to rrule out any spinal cord invo... | |
Suggest treatment for dull and lifeless hair along with hair loss while on Thyrox
Hi..myself female age 33.. haveing exccessive hairfall from last few months...hair become dull and lifeless.. recently i was detected thyroid problem due to that i was prescribed thyrox12.5 daily... plz suggest me some remedy to control ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Thyroid problem is one of the common causes of hair loss. I would advise you to consult your Internal Medicine Specialist/Endocrinologist to keep thyroid hormones in normal levels.You can use Minoxidil solution and biotin tabl... | |
What causes left hip pain and tiredness?
I have left hip pain, It is painful to get up from a sitting position. I am also very tired. My heart rate is around a 100 per min. I have had an EKG and Echocardiogram done by a cardiologist, they found nothing. My hip pain causes me not to walk and I know not walking can caus... | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have left hip pain and tiredness. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like osteoarthritis , rheumatoid arthritis , bursitis , inguinal hernia , sprains and strains , tendinitis , herniated disk , sciatica , bone cancer... | |
Is lower back pain normal after menstruation?
Hi there,I have been on YAZ birth control for around 7 years and have had very mild PMS during my menstrual cycle but over the last few months, I ve noticed a large amount of bloating/distended tummy before and after my short period. This month I got my period 2 days earli... | Hi dear,I understand your concern at this point of time.your symptoms like abdominal bloating and bachache are suggestive of premenstrual syndrome .Some treatment options like lifestyle changes,medications like ibuprofen or aspirin and supplements like vitamins and minerals can be tried by you to ease the symptoms .pl... | |
How the hair transplantation is done and how much will it cost?
hi doc i am sajid i am 28 years n i am suffering from hair loss n i had consulted a hair transplant expert he told me that it will require at least 2000graphs to be inserted for hair transplant plz suggest me regarding it n what wil it cost plz help me | Hello,Hi SAJID A. there are two method of HT 1. FUE- more popular now . it is scarless, painless,stitches less surgery2. FUT- strip taken from the back of scalp , stitches, scars comesI usually do FUE untill unless somebody requests me to do FUT. In FUE grafts are taken from the back of scalp (occipital area) and impla... | |
Suggest treatment for left side rib pain
I m a 18 year old female and I have rib pain on my left side. It s been going on for 25hours now. It had spread to my shoulder and the whole left side of my neck also along with the rib pain. Laying and sitting down cause me to lose my breath and make me go into some kind of at... | Hello, There are many possible conditions that can cause rib pain. I suggest to do an X-ray to confirm the diagnosis. Meanwhile, I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms. I also recommend using cold compresses for local application. Hope my answer was helpful. If you h... | |
What causes freezing and boiling temperatures during a pregnancy?
At 4 weeks pregnant, I have been ill and have been in bed. I was absolutely freezing as our heating has broken so I put my dressing gown on in bed. I fell asleep and when I woke up, I was boiling. I took my temp (although I used the child ear bit instea... | No you haven't hurt your baby at all.It happens sometimes due to hormonal changes in the body.you may also get investigated to rule out other causes of fever | |
Taken Z pack for cough, swollen glands, fever. Now abdominal pain, green stool. Any ideas?
Hi i had an ear infection and sinus infection last week. I was taking predinome and sulfemothaxozole or something like that. I was getting better but then I had a bad cough one day and swollen glands etc. then I got a 102 fever ... | Hello,The most common cause of green stools in adults is due to eating greeny vegetables or due to food dyes.But as you are having abdominal pain too you need to be evaluated.The medications you are taking may also lead to green stools and if that is the cause your doctor will change the drug.Thank you. | |
How long after miscarriage is conceiving safe?
Hi, My name is Shilpa.My age is 24 years. I have done pregnancy test on 31stDec2010 and it was positive. I have confirmed the same with Doctor also. It was positive. Now after 4days slight bleeding was there. I went to hospital and seen the doctor. She said it is weak pre... | Hi, Cause of abortion to be confirmed by a gynecologist's consultation... ffolloedby any needful treatment.Then pregbancy can be tried after you get 3 months of regular monthly menses &improving health deficit by ironvitamines protein suppluments &calcium as per need. Thanks. | |
How to increase sperm motility and quantity?
Hi, I am Raj 35 yrs old , my problem in my semen analysis reports.My count is normal but motility is very low. Report given below:- total volume- 1.0ml, ph- alkaline, Total sperm count-60 million/ml, Active-5%, Slug-60%, Dead sperms-35%, Abnormal sperms-60%, Pus cell-... | Hi,there are no known medications, but having a good and healthy life style, not wearing tight underwears, regular exercises, and good food helps, some ayurvedic medicine are available and you can try, but no scientific data to support that. if you have infertility problem consult a specialist. | |
Q. How to prevent seizure attack?
Hi doctor,I am a seizure patient. Please give me some suggestion to recover from this seizure. Also, how to stop further seizure attacks? | Hi. I have gone through all your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and your current prescription. For further information consult a neurologist online --> | |
What causes upper stomach pain, nausea and vomiting?
I m having upper belly pain directly under breast are and sever nausea vomiting change in bowel movements. Pain is every day and sever episodes about every 3 weeks where can t keep even water down. So far only thing found is celiac artery is 90% compressed and smu a... | hi.noted history of abdominal pain associated with nausea and vomiting, noted to be increasing in frequency. i agree with your doctor in ruling out any gallbladder pathology. an abdominal ultrasound will be of great help in ruling in/out this disease. if in case positive for gallstone disease, cholecystectomy (surgical... | |
What causes prolonged coughing fits after meals and in cold weather?
For the past few years I have had a problem with prolonged coughing fits, particularly after meals, in cold weather and when I m out walking. My doctor sent me to a specialist who said it was just an allergy. Then I had a follow up visit with another... | Thanks for your question on HCM. In my opinion you should first try life style modification and drugs simultaneously to achieve control for GERD. Surgery is the last option.Lifestyle modification needs following things to be done.1. Avoid oily, spicy and hot food.2. Avoid large meals. Instead take frequent small meals.... | |
Is class iv deep tissue laser therapy effective in relieving knee pain?
Hello Doc ! My mom is having knee pain (right leg) for a month. Every year, specially during winter time, she gets such joint pains for at least 10 days. After taking medications, she will get relieved of the pain. This year, it continues in spite... | Hello! Welcome to HealthcareMagic! Since you say all test came out normal. I think it's normal knee joint pain which occurs in elderly people. As one ages, a fluid called synovium around knee caps which protects from friction during motion is degenerated. And hence one experiences pain around the knee. I suggest you to... | |
Suggest treatment for viral infection and influenza
Hi going back about a month ago I had a bad virus and flu, and one day I snizzed rreally hard snizze and heard a crack even my wife heard the crack and she was 4/5yds away, found it very hardto talk wwith the pain, every time I cough it brings me to tears, even to th... | Yes it is possible to cause a rib fracture from coughing or sneezing violently. To document if you have a fracture you will need to have a chest x-ray. The treatment is rest and pain control. It will take several weeks before the rib heals. | |
Q. Will cutting down of Xanax dose lead to additional psychological disturbance?
Hi doctor, I have been taking 4 mg of Xanax a day to treat severe panic attack syndrome and associated high levels of general anxiety for 15 years. My doctor arrived at the 4 mg per day amount gradually and it works very well along with C... | Hello. There are a few clarifications and advice that I need to make. Reducing the dosage of Alprazolam results in Alprazolam withdrawal. A reduction by 25% is unlikely to be physically dangerous but the withdrawal symptoms are going to be highly unpleasant. The anxiety of withdrawal is quite similar to your panic and ... | |
What is the best treatment for travel sickness?
does it work.. i would like to join the navy but currently cant as travel sickness is my biggest enemy.. is it perminent and does it have side effects.. what sort of cost is it? how long does it take and what teh recovery time. please help?i have been approved but cant d... | Hello, Promethazine is a commonly used drug to prevent travel sickness. Few will have side effects such as headache, tiredness. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr S.R.Raveendran, Sexologist | |
What is causing pain in the bottom of the foot with bar and screws?
Yes . I had tibia damage to my right leg and had to wear screws and a bar to hold them in place for six months now it has been over 20 months and I have pain on the bottom of my right foot just below the toes when Iam standing on concrete . I was just... | Hello, As mentioned in the history of the pain, I do not think it is nerve damage. As if it was nerve damage, there might be symptoms related to motor control and sensory disturbances which aren't mentioned. So this is muscle weakness which I feel. Post Surgery we usually recommend people to undergo an exercise program... | |
How can multiple sclerosis be identified?
trying to help my 52 year old sister figure out horrible pain that comes and goes on the right side of her neck. Family history older sister passed away after 18 year struggle with MS. Has no insurance as is scared to death it is happening to her too. 3 years age had a eye inf... | Hello!My name is Dr. Aida and I am glad to attend you on Healthcaremagic!Her symptoms could be related to a pinched nerve in the cervical column or a bulging disc in this level. For this reason, I would recommend performing a cervical spine MRI and a nerve conduction study. It is less likely to be MS, as her symptoms a... | |
How to conceive with secondary amenorrhea and PCOS?
hi i'm 29 and was diagnosed with secondary amenorrhea and PCOS in Oct 2010. I have been epileptic since 2006 (Levetiracetam twice daily). I have been menstruating normall since May 2011. I want to conceive but this is not happening. what can I do? I'm taking Pre... | Kindly see a gynaec.they will put u on some medication for pcos after examination.u r young so donot b disturbed .u have to take some treatment | |
Should I consult the doctor for swelling in ear and numbness after having the head hurt?
I got a blow to the left side of my head a few hours ago it was pretty bad my ear also and now my head around my ear is sore and my ear is blue and black very swollen im scared cause its a head injury shud i go to hoispital my jaw... | Hello,I can understand your concern. From the description of blow and the symptoms you are suffering from, it seems that you might have fractured one of the facial bones, either temporal or zygomatic bone. When one of these bones are hurt, feelings related to nerve like numbness etc., difficulty in opening mouth and sw... | |
Can taking Bystolic 2 result in rapid heart rate?
tried bystolic 2.5mg for 3 days on the third day went to sleep and felt irregular nonperfusing heart beats. this same phenomenon happened on coreg 2.5mg. I was sleeping on my left side and it resolved on my right side or if I sat up. I was taking it for blood pressure ... | Hello thereI feel Bystolic 5 mg will work for you .However Metoprolol remains my favorite as I am able to titrate the dose to higher levels as well as lower levelsYou can discuss with your doctors for other options hope this helps | |
Suggest treatment for severe chest pain
Hi, I am experiencing pain to the touch almost dead center in my chest. This has been for a while. If I pulled a muscle in my chest, wouldnt it improve after a week or so? This has been going on for a couple of months with no relief in sight. Thanks. | Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Most likely your pain is because of muscular spasm, as muscle is pulled up, try to take rest for few days, don't over do any exercise, use nonsteroidal anti inflammatory medicines, low dose steroid can also be taken. Taking ... | |
Suffering from hepatitis A & E, has liver swelling. Bleeding during pooping, water in stomach. Suggestive treatment?
My father from hepatitis A & E, has liver swelling as well, But today he complained of bleeding during pooping , Doctor told that he has water in stomach, what is that, What is the problem with him plus... | Hi and welocme to HCM. Obviously your father has serious liver damage,but you shouldnt be worried because this is reversible and treatable. You must be sure that there is no hepatitis c and B. His liver function must be evaluated by ultrasound and liver enzymes every 2 weeks.There is no specific cure. He must rest str... |
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