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What causes clicking sensation on hip while walking?
I have FAI syndrom and had two surgeries on both right and left hip. The most recent one was one year ago. I had a arthoscopic procedure done by a specialist that included osteoplasty and repair of the torn labrum.Everything went well and recovery has been great. Recnetly, I noticed when walking up the stairs I can hear and feel a clicking sensation coming from my right hip and is making the same sound just prior to the surgery. Going up the stairs is again uncomfortable, but not too painful. How do I know that this is something serious again or just a rubbing ligament? | Hello,It looks that you may have problem of Hetrotropic ossification at your operated hip.Post arthroscopic surgery there are up to 40% chances of having HO.You should consult to your doctor. You may need a CT scan to rule out this. Your doctor may either advise you some activity modification or surgery to help this. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
Can high BP cause fatigue and recurring headaches?
I have had very low blood pressure all my life. I'm 47 and recently have high pressure when it is checked. I have headaches frequently and understand this could be related. But I also notice that no matter how much sleep I get I still feel exhausted. Is this possible another symptom of high blood pressure? In all honesty I have been very sedentary this winter. As an avid hiker (4-6 miles per day)so this is unusual for me and no doubt why the pressure is up. So perhaps this is also why I feel so tired? | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. High blood pressure can leads to headache and fatigue both. You should check your blood pressure. If needed start antihypertensive medicine. Lifr style modifications like regular exercise and yoga and diet restrictions are also needed. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
What should I do for my son's increasing heart rate and breathing problems?
My son has a resting heart rate of 119 bpm, and has discomfort in abdomen, chest and a very tight belly. He has been pausing after every inhale like he is pushing before exhaling. Just fell asleep after hours of this behavior. What should I watch for? He has no fever according to temporal therm. | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. By your history and description, possibility of stress and anxiety related symptoms is more. But better to rule out cardiac and Pulmonary causes first. So get done ecg and 2d echo. If both are normal than no need to worry for cardiac diseases. Get done chest x ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) to rule out Pulmonary causes. If both are normal, than no need to worry for Pulmonary causes. Sometimes anxiety can also cause similar symptoms. So better to consult him with psychiatrist and get done counseling sessions. Try to identify stressor in his life and start working on its solution. He may need anxiolytic drugs too. Don't worry, he will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. Wishing good health to your son. Thanks. | |
Q. My wife and I have same blood group. Will there be a problem to the baby?
Hello doctor, My wife and I have the same blood group. Presently, my wife is pregnant. What is the problem for the baby's physical body due to this? | Hello. The same blood group does not lead to any problem. The same blood group people can marry and can produce a normal child. So, as far as same blood group is concerned, do not worry about that. For more information consult a hematologist online --> | |
Had back injury. Underwent surgery. Taking Augmentin. Has tiredness, headaches, and stomach irritation. Cure?
my partner has been prescribed augmentin 625mg he had a serious back injury several years ago which resulted in surgery. He went to the doctor 2 weeks ago complaining of more pain than usual and was prescribed augmentin, he is already taking oramorph and diazepam and citalopram, he is experiencing ?severre tiredness, headaches, itching and stomach irritation since he started taking them, should he stop taking them? and why these tablets for back pain? | Hi, thanks for using healthcare magicAugmentin is an antibiotic and is used to treat bacterial infections. If the doctor believed that the pain was related to an infection then he or she would have given the antibiotics for this reason.If you are not sure that he has an infection, it would be best to speak to the doctor to find out the reason for the medication. It should not be stopped unless you speak to his doctor first.I hope this helps | |
Dribbling saliva while sleeping, blood on pillow. Due to wisdom teeth removal?
hi Doc,Apparently I dribble whilst sleeping, really icky, I wish I knew how to stop that but even more troubling and very embarrassing is the presence of blood on my pillow or t-shirt sleeve every morning! During the day I don't taste blood in my mouth but have seen discoloured saliva when i spit in the sink. the blood on the pillow ranges in color from light pink to deep red sometimes. Im 38, my wisdom teeth are not out but are not paining or anything. gums are healthy looking. Im think it's because of the wisdoms but my question is, can it be something else? | Dear friend. Thanks for sharing your concern. First of all, can you please explain me little more details about your facial profile?i mean does your lips get completely closed(lip seal) when you are at rest or sleep? do you have protruding teeth? These questions are asked to know the reason for dribbling saliva from your mouth. please reply that. Secondly the bleeding you have noticed is not due to wisdom tooth eruption.that is due to gum inflammation called gingivitis. Please seek your dentist help and get it examined once. Hope it helps. Thanks. Take care. | |
Which pill to be taken from Sprintec when switching from Ortho tri-Cyclen after period?
I have been taking Ortho tri-Cyclen lo before and I am switching to Spintec. I just finished all the pills from Ortho tri-cyclen and I just finished my period. Which pills am I supposed to take from Sprintec? I feel like if I start the first pill, I will start the period again. | Hi,Thanks for choosing HCM.I suppose you are using a 28 days pack. If you check the pack there will be 21 pills of one color [usually blue] and 7 pills of another color [usually white]. The 21 pills of the same color are active pills and the 7 pills are sugar pills. You must begin with the active pills. You will not start the period again as long as you take the active pills. Since you have finished your period, a backup method of contraception like condoms is advisable during the first 7 days of using the pack. After that you can use them every 28 days without the need of any additional contraception. Hope I was able to help you. Thanks for using Health Care Magic. I would be happy to answer any further queries. Have a nice day.Dr. Madhuri BagdeConsultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist | |
How can pyorrhea with swelling and bleeding be treated?
H from my dentlei , I nswer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...ok i am sufring from pyria my gums swell again and again wat should i do and sometime getting blode from my gums and now from last three days my right side last gums get swelling and my mouth not open properly so wat should i do to remove this problam? | helloo...read thru ur query...accordingly i can say that the problem of difficulty ur facing is due to periodontal abscess(pus getting collected under the tooth).nothing to worry..do thorough brushing in morning and night..use listerine mouth wash twice..flossing also...then do salt water gargle..treatment for pyorrhea depends on the extent of the disease into bone and periodontal ligament which can be understood by xrays..so better go and meet periodontist..and he will start the treatment based on xrays...and clinical presentation..antibiotics(amoxicillin+metronidazole)may be required...and also diclofenac(painkiller)..dont worry...hope ur benefitted something with this reply...have a healthy day!!! | |
Dizziness when changing position, sweating. Is it advisable to take Vertin?
Hi Sir, My wife suddenly woke up i the bed, because of that she got dizziness , Even changing the position from one side to other side she is to get up first then change. Now she is holding her head and telling me I am having severe dizziness. And her face* Head completly sweating. I am planning to show to doctor tomoorow morning Before that what type first aid I can give her. Is it adviseable to give Vertin tablet to her now? | HelloIt seems that she has cervical spondylosis and it is giving acute attck of dizziness and sweating ( may develop vomiting too) also due to it. Vertin can be given and she should avoid making any sudden neck movement - especially bending and turning. She should turn competely if she needs to look back. She will be gine a collar to wear ,may be the hard one. This will.give her neck a desired rest for some.time. she should.continue it for few weeks. I hope she gets better fast. Dr. Manisha GopalMD Psychiatry | |
What does burning sensation under the ribcage on the left side indicate?
I have upper stomach burning from the left side to under the rib discomfort on the right side, radiating into the back. I ve had an ultra sound, x-ray even into the back area. I ve had a ct scan of the stomach also. It also bothers me turning in bed at night. They haven t found anything...It doesn t go away.. | Hello, It could be due to inflammatory conditions like costochondritis. As a first line management, you can take analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like Aceclofenac/Serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persist better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Q. I have phimosis. Will sex be a problem for me?
Hi doctor,I have phimosis. I am ashamed to have sex with my fiance. Will sex be a problem or uncomfortable in future? Is there any solution other than surgery? | Hi. Phimosis is a condition where the foreskin is tight around the glans penis or the soft tip of the penis. I am sure you have not consulted any doctors for the same. I would suggest you get it examined. The problem is that, when you are aroused at the time of sex, the size of penis increases and the skin will not come up at all. The pleasure of sex is when the glans rubs in the vaginal wall. Your partner will have no problem, but you may not get all the pleasure, as the skin or foreskin covering the glans will block the stimulation of glans. Either you will have premature ejaculation (inability to hold back the semen or control ejaculation) or erection problem. Another issue is that if you or your partner forcibly pushes the foreskin back in the heat of the moment, the skin may get stuck and form a tight ring around the glans just like a bangle at the wrist. The skin may not return, blocking the blood flow to the tip, every minute the glans gradually starts swelling and changing in color to purple or bluish. It is very painful and if left untreated, leads to irreversible damage to the glans. The condition is called paraphimosis. Circumcision or removing the skin over the glans surgically is the best and only solution for phimosis. This is a simple, painless procedure done by a general surgeon. It can be done under local anesthesia, with no blood loss and no need for admission. You cannot have sex till it heals. But after that, your sexual time will gradually increase. For further information consult an Urologist --> | |
Are the side effects of Prednisone harmful?
I m having side effects to prednisone and need to know if they are something to worry about. I m having headaches, sweating profusely, shaking, muscle aches, stomach ache, feels like i haven t eaten for days and stomach cramps, dizziness, chest tightness. | Hello, Yes, the side effects of prednisolone can be harmful. it can cause weakness, softening of bones, ulcer in stomach and many other side effects. Take it with meals and also take some stomach protective drugs like pantoprazole with doctors advice. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Loveleen Sharma, General & Family Physician | |
How long will the effect of focalin be in kids?
Hello, I m a clinical psychologist and I conducted an eval with a 9 year old client who is diagnosed with ADHD, and currently taking Focalin - I don t have the dosage. He was not on his medication at the time of the evaluation, and I noticed no symptoms of hyperactivity or inattention over a two hour timeframe in the middle of the day. How long with the medication stay in his system? I believed it to be short lasting. His guardian indicates his dosage is effective for remediating symptoms at home and at school. Global question: Does Focalin help kids, mediate symptoms, who do not have ADHD? | Hello there,Thank you for your question and welcome to HCM. to answer your question about Focalin, the half life is about 8 hours. It also depends on how long the child has been on the medication. If the child has been on it for several years, it will take a longer amount of time to be fully out of his system. If he was on it for 6 months months or less, he should be clean after about 16 hours. You are correct about it being short acting.Hopefully this answers your question. Have a good day! | |
Suggest treatment for fatigue, cough and cold in a child
Daughter age 1year is suffering from cough and cold for the last one week.Doctor has prescribed Cefpodoxime proxetil, mefenamic acid paracetamol, bromhexine hydro chloride tabutaline sulphate & guaiphenesin (all suspension) but from yesterday she is doing vomiting and latrines after feeding milk and pulse juice, please suggest some things as doctor advisor is saying she is fine as I notice she is very lazy now no activities only crying... | hi, you can give your child steam inhalation , make her sit with you in a closed room and than she will do steam inhalation with you, this will help the cough to reduce and her vomiting will also come down. you can give her Tab Vitamin C 500 mg once a day also, that will help increase her immune system. | |
What causes white blotches on cheeks and nose which is spreading?
I have a 14 year old African American son. I noticed what appears to be white blotches around that is spreading. I also noticed them on his cheeks. I remember when I was growing up in the Caribbean I had these exact blotches around my nose and they would spread after applying topical ointment it would go away. Can someone please tell me what this is and what can I apply | The blotches are most likely due to seborrhoeic dermatitis. It is more common in individuals with oily skin. Applying some antifungal like candid (clotrimazole) should help. Also use moisturisers. It will take some time to go. | |
Will using aquaphor treat rashes and red bumps in vagina?
My toddler developed red bumps in her vaginal area last Wednesday. I first noticed them after her bath. The next morning, the skin around them was also red. I use cloth diapers, and I was using aquaphor but the rash has spread a little. For the last two days we have been using desatin, but that has not helped either. She is not in pain either when it is wiped or in the bath. We have not started a new soap, but we did give her olives a couple hours before they developed. We did start giving her peanut butter about a week before this started. Can you help me? | Hello,Thanks for the query.You might have developed an allergic reaction.It happens due to moist area of vagina and surrounding.please use an absorbant powder.An antifungal powder powder like clotrimazole can be used.Please meet a dermatologist for exact diagnosis.Let me know if you have any other doubt.you can ask a direct question to me on this forum, following the below link. you a good health.Thank you | |
What causes swollen lymph nodes?
namaste , iam 36 yrs old female, few months ago i noticed that i have a near the neck on both sides the limfatic nodes are swollen , i noticed when i went to the sea for vacation they were not so swollen. i did my blood test recently and i am + to german measles , i donot understand what that means... is thier any ayurvedic cure for this? regards SB | 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.Any lymphatic swelling arises unknowingly should raise the suspicious of the TB and should be biopsied.There are many reason for swollen lymph nodes. Exact cause can only be known once the biopsy report came.If the swelling is TB than appropriate anti TB treatment should be taken. Completing the treatment can cure you.If the swelling has different etiology than clearing the etiology can cure the infection.I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.Thank you,Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist,HCM. | |
What does supraspinatus calcific tendinitis mean in MRI of shoulder?
I had a MRI of the left shoulder and I received the following impression: supraspinatus calcific tendinitis. Noted are several axillary lymph nodes which are subcentimeter in short axis dimension. Are the lymph nodes a result of the tendinitis? My GYN says it has nothing to do with my beast and the Orthopedic refer me to the GYN. I m in a lot of pain and don t know whether to worry about the lymph nodes. Thx | Hii read your problem,Calcific tendinitis means a disorder characterised by deposition of hydroxyapatite or crystalline calcium phosphate on any tendon of the body,but most commonly in the tendons of the rotator cuff(shoulder) causing pain nd inflammation.the condition is related to and may cause adhesive capsulitis or frozen shoulder. | |
Suggest remedy for swelling of gums & jaw
I am a 67 years young female. Have hypertension which I am taking meds for but otherwise I am in good health. Just had my remaining bottom teeth (10)pulled July 7th. All went fine but my gums on the right side of my face right about the jawline is sore and seems like its swollen. It's sore to the touch. Will see my dentist again on July 18th but how can I get the swelling down until then. Thanks | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The swelling over the gum could be because of the infected gums or any root pieces left in that region or osteomyelitis. consult a oral physician and get a radiograph done and rule out any infection arising from any left out root pieces or bone infection. if there are root pieces get it removed, take a course of antibiotics like penicillin and metronidazole combination. do saline gargling. i hope my answer will help you, take care. | |
Acne on face. On vitamin supplements. Quit smoking. Are they normal acne?
hello, So here s my issue. I m 23 with a complextion a few shades ligher than dark skin black..most call it light skinned or red skinned. All my life since a teen I ve been getting this terrible acne on my face everywhere... now this acne is viscous usually start off as bumps under the surface and as they progress they get harder and more painful until the white head comes to the surface until it pops on its own or i pop it usually secreting this yellowish whiteish substance like string cheese mixed with a little blood, usually popping the substance isnt enough and the bump stays and hyper pigmentates leaving dark spots all over my face. sometimes these bumps cluster, sometimes they re random. Problem areas being jaw line, right under eyes, creases of nose, cheek and seldomly forehead . I don t have much facial hair , (just small mustache and chin beard) none on my jaw really. I take vitamins , i use noncomogenic scrubs and washes daily, also using pure honey as a mask afterwards multiple times a week. I ve tried tons of products to get rid of the ance, sometimes it seems something is working and after a little time passes it seems like the patch of severity moves. last winter-spring most of the acne was under my eyes on my cheeks not really on my jaw, now its mostly on my jawline. I dont really get this acne anywhere else on my body. I quit smoking a month ago from being a pack a day smoker, cold turkey. Since then I ve also changed my diet to more pastas and veggies, although every now and then i have a soda. I drink about a gallon a day in water due to my sport activities. i can send pictures. Im just trying to see if theres an over the counter remedy for this type of acne. If not what type do you think it is so i can see a dermatologist. This doesn t seem like normal acne which is what i have been believing for a while now. it seems like i wake up with a new bump every day/ bumps form during the day. Thanks | Hi, your descriptions seems interesting and i think you should consult a dermatologist for it as oral isotretinoin would be a great choice for you but it is not available over the counter in your territory probably so consult someone start this magical drug and you would be looking great in 3 months. take care | |
What causes cyst in bladder?
hello I am Alexis. I have went to my babies ultrasound at 20 week and it showed that my baby had a small cyst in or on his bladder. I went to his 26 week follow up ultrasound and was told that it is smaller. What is going on? Can a cyst get smaller? Is everything okay? | Hi, welcome to healthcare magic. Cyst in or on the bladder is most probably a ureterocele and may lead to block the passage of urine from the kidneys to the bladder leading to that side renal dysfunction. You can show the problem to a paediatric surgeon for either fetal intervention if possible or intervention just after birth. Also, to diagnose the lesion, you can go for a fetal MRI.Hope, the information helps you. | |
What causes persistent cold and how to treat it?
Hi, I have been suffering from cold for more than a year from now. First I caught cold in USA when I went to a botanical park in Jan last year. My cold starts with sneezes and then runny nose. Its really disturbing me alot when I am at work. I took some antibiotics but still no use. Please help me in this respect. I am 27 years old. This is the first time I faced this problem from 27 years. | Hello,Welcome to HCM and thanks for your query.You have allergic rhinitis and not just a cold.Antibiotics are of no use as you have discovered.You require a non sedating second generation antihistamine and a nasal steroid spray to control your symptoms.If you have further queries, you are welcome.Take careDr. Noble Zachariah | |
What causes lump next to vagina and purple in color?
i have a lump on my bikini line next to my vagina it dosent hurt but it is a hard lump there is no head to squeeze but when iv streched the skin slighty it looks almost purple under the skin. there isnt hair that grows there so it cant be a ingrowing hair its been there for 1-2 months now any ideas? | it is a benign cystic lesion and not to worry much for it!possibly it is a sebaceous cyst or Bartholin's cyst but it is prone to get infected!so please do FNAC test of the swelling for confirmationall the best! | |
What causes ribcage soreness, nausea, stomach upsets with polycystic ovaries?
I have Polycystic ovaries. Had a spell of nausea last night along with a very upset stomach and chills. (Not the first time this has happened.) When I woke up in the morning, both sides of my rib cage were extremely sore. Wondering why that is. Is it tied in somehow? Have my cysts become bigger? Do I have cancer? | Hello, it is most probably related to acid problems in stomach due to excessive stress.PCOD cysts dont get bigger on their own so nothing to worry regarding that aspect.In case you have any questions in future you can contact me directly on | |
How can I cure mouth breathing and its symptoms for my child ?
Hello sir my female baby 3.5 years old sleeping by opening her mouth.is it will cause her face style or it will affect teeth? what is the remedy to close her mouth at the time of her sleep | Hello Welcome to HealthcareMagic As per Your history your child seems to be having oronasal problem. This may be due to congenital defects (by birth) or may be due developemental problems related to pharynx ( oral cavity, throat), some lymphoid tissue problems( tonsils, adenoids)etc. Please have checkup done by the paediatrician and by ENT surgeon for evaluation of the defects. Early medical and surgical intervention will clear the problem otherwise there may be defects in speech, teething problems etc Have a Healthful Day.. | |
What causes pain in ribs area while lying down in certain position?
I am 17 year old and when I was 10 I suffered from pleurisy, I get a random stabbing pain in my chest about 4 times a week, I carnt lay flat with my legs down because it feels like my ribs are going tight and it s uncomfortable also I can not lay in certain persons such as on my side for long because I get pain around the rib area and I get random pains all the time | hiYoumay consult a chest physician and have x ray done of the chest. If there is fluid collectio in pleura he may consider draining it to give relief.best wishes | |
Should I be worry about single pimple looks like scar on penis ?
I have a looks like a scar but looks like a pimple below the head of my penis in forskin does not hurt or anything its just thyere for about a week or so I do have unprotected sex w my gf but its not red or anything should I be worried its not spreading or anything its just a single pimpple scar looking lump | hello and welcome to healthcare Magic , it can be syphillis better have a test for syphillis and consult a sexologist for opinion as in syphyllis these pimle painless looking things u have said appears to be syphilis.take care | |
What could penile discomfort post renal stone removal suggest?
I am a 62 year old male who just had a procedure done to break up Kidney stones. I am urinating more often but having less urine come out. And towards the end of the stream I am experiencing some noticeable discomfort at the end of my penis. Is this normal? I have yet to pass anything that I have been able to detect. | hello, thank you for writing in to hcm.the symptoms described by you can be seen after surgery. some stones are very minute and can be flushed out through urine. hence drink good amounts of water so that the stones can be washed off.if the discomfort persists kindly consult your urologist. they might want to do a ultrasound scan to see the patency of the uretric tubes and the condition of the bladder. regards, dr.riyanka | |
How to treat severe back pain?
i have been having back pain for the past 2 weeks, I am a 33 year old healthy female with a history of scolious.. (38 degree curve in the spine) despite this curve I have never really hard back pain, sometimes i will experience tingling in legs or arms if i over work but nothing major. However I have discovered what feels like enlarged nodes in both sides of the lower spine.. it is on either side movable and feels like a node along with swollan tissue? I have not done anything physical that would of caused back pain. Should I be concerned? | here when you have back pain along with scoliosis i suggest to visit your doctor and take required test like X ray or mri scan then based on report the doctor will suggest you either the surgical or medical with physiotherapy conservative management.here since you are complaining pain radiating to your legs it must be related with compression of nerve so I suggest to take a orthopedic doctor view on this.depending on the type of scoliosis there is a specialised exercise program so i suggest to visit a physiotherapist and take a proper exercise program for strengthening, stamina as well as if possible the correction of spinal Curve.I also suggest to use hot pack or cold pack on your pain full area at your back to have some more relaxing and healing effect on your soft tissues.Take care | |
Continuous nausea, vomiting, severe pain. Cutting back on gluten and alcohol. Possible kidney stones?
My 27 year old daughter is an Rn and has suffered with nausea, vomiting that just will not stop and severe pain. Thought maybe pancreatic or gallbladder. Now she thinks maybe kidney stone. Has refused to go get testing. Any thoughts. Seems to be gluten intolerant so is cutting that out and also has been known to drink too much alcohol so is cutting back on that. | welcome to HCM!in order to make the diagnosis,exact location of pain must be known.its loalised or shifting pain.there are many causes with above complains.i advice u to get a physicians advice.meanwhiletake simple paracetamol and an antiemetic. | |
What causes severe fatigue along with yeast infection and anxiety?
I ve been feeling very tired I m under a lot of stress overload of it. I drink a lot of milk non fat or 1% I eat good food not a lot of bread drink water but yet I m feeling overwhelmed an exhausted all the time. I ve developed a yeast infection which I haven t had in years I went an purchased AZO an Monistat cream I ve been using since Sunday. I m feeling that s getting better but this pepper taste is new 2 days now an anxiety I haven t had in yes but it s back since my overload or stress an worries came about . Any suggestions I would truly appreciate sincerely | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. If along with fatigue and stress you are having symptoms like feeling low all the time, loss of interest in previous pleasurable activity, crying spells, feeling lonely, change in appetite and sleep, low in energy, confidence, hopeless, helpless, worthless feeling and sometime even suicidal ideas then you might have depression. Few or all of them can be present at a time. Depression can affect anyone and you can overcome it completely. Depending on the severity your treatment will be decided. Symptoms worsens with time so it is advisable to take help from mental health professionals as early as possible. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Rohit Kothari | |
Is train journey advisable during pregnancy?
Hello Doctor.. Could you please guide me about the Travel in Preganancy?.. Actually, I am in 3rd month[10 week] preganancy now...But I want to travel to my parents house which is arround in 14 hrs train journey... So please advice me the correct time to travel? | Generally we advice avoid long distance travelling . But yes you can travel by train. No harm in that. | |
How to avoid and plan for pregnancy after 2 years?
doctor i m married since 5 yrs i have a son.i had taken i pill twicein 2 yrs 1 in each yr because i didn't want second child now.also i had an abortion 3 yrs back and last month also i took i pill.i want second child aft 2 yrs what should i do.i can't consume i pill everytime | HiIf you wish to plan for second baby after two years as you have rightly said you should not use ipill for the same.There is a wide range of effective contraceptive methods available to avoid pregnancy.You have hormonal contraception containing both estrogen and progesterone in the form of pills, injections, patches and rings. There is hormonal contraception containing progesterone only in the form of pills, injections, implants and intrauterine devise.Then there is copper intrauterine devise.All these methods are more than 99% effective when used correctly.Male and female condoms are also available. Visit family planning clinic or gynecologist. After thorough history and examination they will discuss with you which options are good for you and you can choose from them.I hope I have answered to your satisfaction | |
Had glandular fever, experiencing neurological problems, diagnosed post infectious polyneropathy, getting tremors. Will loose motor function?
Hi I had glandular fever 2yrs ago and about 3-4 months later started to experinece alot of neurological problems with pins and needles and numbness in hands at night, pains in my head, and other parts of my body. The neuro at the time dignosed post infectious polyneropathy related to EBV. Had ful tests-MRI, spinal tap, bloods etc, all normal. Since then I have developed tremors particularly at night time (resting tremor?) which wake me up though they have reduced in intensity of late thank god. I ocassionally in the day get some tremors(intention) but its not severe and when focused I notice nothing at all. But lately I have been feeling weird sensations in my hands particularly. My worry is that this will progress to the point that I lose motor function. Is this a possibilty? I do not have diabetes. | Hi, it appears to be a poly neuropathy not related to the fever, it may be related to anemia, hypertension, anxiety, gastritis etc. I advise you to consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment. I to my patient with such symptoms investigate for the cause, and in abscence of the cause i prescribe neurotropic injections for 10 consecutive days, oral anti oxidants, and ranitidine, iron preparations, and anxiolytics. Thank you. | |
Q. I am suffering from burning sensation and inflammation in anus after intercourse. Will this be HPV?
Hello doctor, I am a 24-year-old bisexual male. 10 months ago a friend stroked his penis between my thighs, and suddenly his penis slipped and entered my anus for merely an inches, and he pulled out then we stopped performing it. And after four months I got constipation and hard stools, and then day by day I started to feel inflammation and burning sensation throughout my anus sometimes this burning pain moves to my perianal area and maybe in the rectum. As I read about the HPV infection, I got very scared, and I am in a deep depression. I do not know what this HPV or piles are? Kindly tell me what to do as I am in deep agony, pain, and depression. Please help. | Hello. HPV (Human papillomavirus), usually HPV infection does not cause any noticeable symptoms or health problems. Some time produce genital warts.For your complaints, constipation and burning sensation may be due to piles or anal fissure. So better go for the rectal exam and proctoscopy examination to rule it out. For piles and fissure try these medicines. Kindly consult your doctor to discuss the suggestion and take the treatment with consent. 1. Tablet Pilex 1 t.i.d (three times a day) for 20 days. 2. Tablet Dulcolax (Bisacodyl) one or two for constipation. 3. Proctosedyl ointment use, as per instructions are given in box for 20 days. | |
Suggest remedy elevated iron level in blood
I have the same question regarding lowering iron levels. My results show my iron is too high. I don't eat much read meat, mostly turkey and chicken along with a lot of fresh veggies and fruit. Are there some simple steps I could take to lower the iron? | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have hemochromatosis. You should go for liver biopsy. Take treatment of that. You should go for repeated blood donation. That will help you. Iron chelating agent like desferoxamine can help you. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
What causes white head spot in the corner of mouth?
my 8 month old baby woke up this morning with a whitehead spot in the corner of her mouth- surely she s too young to be getting spots?? She finished a course of antibiotics and anti-thrush medicine a week ago due to an infected rash under her neck from constant dribbling and reflux | HiWelcome to the HCMI have gone through your question and understand your concerns but don't worry. The most likely reason for such lesions is fungal infection. So apply antifungal such as clotrimazole lotion for a week. Hopefully it will be of help. In case she doesn't respond then visit a dermatologist for proper clinical examination and definitive treatment.Take care | |
Suggest remedy for pain and weakness in arms
I am experiencing pain and weakness in my arms from my elbow to about halfway down my forearm. The pain is particularly noticeable when I try to pick and lift something up. I initially believed I over did It doing yard work but the pain is not improving and it s been at least a month. Taking Advil dulls the paid Someone mentioned to me that this may be carpal tunnel related? I am sick of chalking it up to old age. Any ideas? | HiWelcome to healthcaremagicI have gone through your query and understand your concern.It is more likely to be overwork related and conditions such as tennis elbow. I does not think it to be carpal tunnel related. In carpal tunnel syndrome pain is more in fingers then forearm and there is numbness. But I advise you to consult your Orthopedician and get treatment accordingly. So you can treat it after consulting your Orthopedician. You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it.Hope I have answered your query.If you have any further questions then don't hesitate to writing to us . I will be happy to help you.Wishing you good health.Take care. | |
Suggest treatment for red spots all over tongue
my 3 1\2 year old has complained today about her tongue hurting, when i have looked it it covered in small redish spots all over, she has no fever is a little off her food/drink as her tongue hurts. i have given oral parcetamol, is ther anything else i can do??? | Hi..Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..As per your complain it seems that red spots on the tongue of your toddler that are sore and cause pain during eating can be due to causes like swollen and inflamed tongue papillae, viral infection causing cold sores, allergic reaction, canker sores etc..I would suggest you to continue giving Paracetamol and along with it give her cool foods that will help in reducing inflammation and pain..Sucking ice lollies can help..Give her soft diet and plenty of fluids..Avoid spicy and hard foods..In case if there is no improvement consult a Pedodontist and get her evaluated..Hope this information helps..Thanks and regards.Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora. | |
Had gallbladder surgery with severe pancreatitis, still in pain under right rib cage, several bowel movements. Reasons ?
Hi, I had gallbladder surgery 7 months ago (Dec. 07, 2012) along with a severe case of pancreatitis. I am still having the same pain under the right rib cage that I was having before my gallbladder surgery. I have been having problems with having several bowel movements over a 3 or 4 hour period ever since. (This happens 3 or 4 days a week) It is not diarrhea though. I also have had a lot of problems with nausea and vomiting since I had my gallbladder out. I have had all kinds of tests run and everything shows up ok. My Doctor has put me on 550mg of Xifaxan twice a day. What do you think my problem is? Thank you. | Welcome to HCM.This seems to be a part of the Post Cholecystectomy Syndrome(PCS).This will include gastritis and vomiting due to bile reflux,diarrhea due to dumping of bile salts in the intestines,the pain may be secondary to spasm of the sphincter of Oddi,pain in the stump/missed gall stone in the common bile duct .A reassessment by a ultrasound and other investigations may help identify the cause of the pain. | |
My L4 L5 of spine is dislocated. What exercise should i do ?
L4 L5 of spine dislocated. I feel very uneasy right from waist to foot when I walk. Please suggest the best option which I should follow. Once a physiotherapist advised me to do exercise lying flat and chest up with help of both hands whereas other advised me lying mouth upward and to bend knee and then chest up, Former excercise gave a lot of relief whereas latter did not. I am 35 years old. L4 - L5 of spine dislocated probably in 2005. Firstly I was not aware of the problem. Earlier when I used to do anything in sitting position and then stood, I felt muscles/bones locked at the back side of waist. Now these days I feel very uneasy right from waist to foot when I walk. Please suggest the best option which I should follow. Once a physiotherapist advised me to do exercise lying flat and chest up with help of both hands whereas other advised me lying mouth upward and to bend knee and then chest up, Former excercise gave a lot of relief whereas latter did not. | Hi Welcome to health care magic forum. Phsiotherapy and the excercise are the temporary measures to reileve the pain . Permanent solution is a surgical correction of the prolapsed disc at L4-L5 .Only a surgical correction is the way to get rid of the pain. | |
Have a tissue growing in biliary tube, hard liver, pain, black stools, hard gastroarea
I have meld blood count of twenty I have a tissue growing in my biliary tube. My liver is very hard I feel persistent pain and have not been accepted at OHSU & Stanford for liver transplant list. I've been denied a life saving surgery twice. "My stools have been very black for three days my gastro area is very hard and huge." My weight is 128ilb at 7am today 9/24. I word most about the black bile What might I consider to know what may be next for me to help my condition? Mary alsup 971 344 0248. Portland Oregon | Hi and welcome to HCM thanks for the query.Well this is significant liver damage and i hope that there will be liver found for you. Liver insufficiency causes many symptoms and signs and black stool is one of them but it may also indicate upper gastrointestinal bleeding so you should not ignore it especially if you have esophageal varices. so you should do gastrocopy first.everythign else is hardly predictable and the course of liver disease varies from man to man. Wish you good health. Regards | |
Back pain near spine, radiating to base of skull, pulsing sensation. Taking lantis for diabetes. Cure?
Starting yesterday I ve had back pain in the mid section of my back close to spine . I haven t done anything to cause this pain. This morning that pain isn t as sharp, but it s now radiating to the base of my skull . The sharp pain I had yesterday throbbed with heart beat. Today when it come on it all throbs with heart and a strange sensation in chest. Not a chest pain or pressure, just a strange feeling. BP is 155/93. I am diabetic, male 54yr old. I take Lantis 70u at night before bed. | hello Your disease condition appears to be trapezius myalgia due to a sprain . As you may know trapezius is the muscle attached from the base of skull to the mid back . Usually precipitated by perculiar posturing for long time. Dont worry the treatment is simple ,local pain killers and hot fomentation will help a lot but main thing is to relax the muscle and this is by lying straight on back supine on a flat bed with out cushion . Then take adequate rest for few days,then once the pain settles down start physitherapy for this muscle. If this is not subsiding with these measures please consult a physician for further evaluation | |
Q. Can leaving tobacco chewing cure oral fibrosis?
Hello doctor, I am a patient of oral fibrosis. Is it curable or not? And leaving tobacco is how much helpful? | Hello. Oral submucous fibrosis is a common premalignant condition. Main causes are tobacco-gutkha, beetle nut. In this condition the most important thing is to stop the habit immediately. There are many treatment therapies available like steroids, vitamin therapy, an oral exercise which are helping to improve the condition. Some time there is a need for surgery. First, you stop your habits and see your dentist as soon as possible. He or she can examine and tell you about treatment plan according to your condition. | |
Which doctor can treat my father a psychiatrist or a neurologist for memory loss ?
Hello Doctor , My father is 65 yrs old, past 4 yrs he had loss is memory slowly. we taken the treatment with psychartist but its not work.on 14 yrs back he met one accident he had just small hurts in hands and legs. he told that he had pain on his head also but afterwards no pain . Because of that also memory loss is araise or not. We dont know which doctors can we meet psychartist or neurologist . pls clear this or tell which treatment is better for him. whole family is so sad for this. pls help us. | since he is 65 there is a possiblity trhat he amy be in the initial phase of dementia (alzhimer"s diasease) a agr related degenerative disease. Consult a neurologist at the earliest for remedial measures R.Manoj Clinical Psychologist rmanojcp@gmail.com | |
Q. How to get rid of my addiction to masturbation and porn?
Hello doctor, I am a 17-year-old male. I have been masturbating for three to four years. I am too much addicted to this habit and porn. I cannot remember how many times I do it a day. It has ruined my life. I was a topper in studies, with good physical and mental fitness three years ago. But now my whole health and study are destroyed because of this habit. I am suffering from fatigue, depression, hypersomnia, mental stress, etc. I forget things very quickly. I cannot concentrate on anything, and I usually spend my day alone, staring at my mobile. I am very worried and stressed. I want to leave this habit forever and be physically and mentally fit again. My confidence level is very low. Please help me. | Hello. This is not an issue that you can feel comfortable by sharing with someone else. For porn addiction, or any other addiction, please work cyclically. If we want to come out of it, then we need to break the cycle. For example, have a count of how many hours in a day, and at what time do you watch porn? If it is for 4 hours, try adding one thing in your life which you can do for 30 minutes, like exercise or playing with friends. From tomorrow for the next seven days, do that for 30 minutes. Then next week increase the time off the screen and slowly build other habits which can use your time and keep you distracted. It will take some time, but you will come out of it if you work hard. You can always share your progress or concerns. | |
Abdominal pain, continuous bleeding, prescribed Esylate. Gestational sac without fetal node. Suggestion?
Good evening Dr. Gestational sac without fetal node found in the right overy region. Patient is suffering from mild severe pain in left abdomenal region and bleeding is continous. Consulting doctor sugested to observe 10 more days during which patient will take E-SYLATE-500 ALONG WITH Ferrous Ascorbate & Folic Acid Tablets. What is your kind suggestion ? | Hi ! Esylate tablets are given to you to control you bleeding. Empty gestational sac may mean a miscarriage, but not always so. Your ultrasound might have been done too early to note any fetal part. Your doctor might have advised you to come after ten days, when she can examine you again, and may go for a repeat ultrasound. If a repeat ultrasound also shows an empty gestational sac, then one can conclude a miscarriage, along with a declining serum HCG level which might have done at the first instance.Wishing you an early recovery. Take care. | |
What is the life expectancy of a stage 4 jaw bone cancer patient?
My 88 year old Grandfather has stage 4 jaw bone cancer, it has spread to his Lymph nodes and his lungs, we also believe up to his brain. He is showiing signs of dementia and has only eaten a couple bites of food today and yesterday, he is not drinking very much fluids. He is sleeping a lot and very difficult to wake up. What would say hiss life expectancy would be? The Dr's are kind of dancing around this question and we really need to know, he has 3 children out of state that we need to let know | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. He has jaw cancer with metastasis in brain and lung. It is stage 4 cancer. No treatment will cure the disease. His age is also not favorable for chemotherapy. So life expectancy is very short. It varies from case to case but not more than 3 months in general. Sorry to say but it is fact. Consult your doctor and plan accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
What causes tongue biting?
hi. im taking a high blood pressure pill. losartan..combizar. since last year but previously, i was taking blokium for two years. since last year before my doctor change my medicine to combizar...i feel that my talking is not good and i often bit my tongue. i feel like my tongue has become shorter or longer why i get to bite when i talk sometimes. Is this a sign of having a high blood pressure or something else? im 45 years old, 5'2 in height and around 52 kg. What causes my tongue biting ? | Hello, Thanks for consulting HCM, Read your query, as you have tongue bitting this can be due to stress , anxiety , irregularly placed tooth , sharp cusps of teeth ,or swollen tongue due to drug induce also cause tongue bitting . Dont be worried so much I will suggest you to consult dentist and go for examination of sharp cusps of tooth and placement of tooth in oral cavity and rule out the caus of tongue bitting .Hope it will help you. Wishing you good health.Regards, Dr. Priyanka tiwari | |
What causes pain in rib cage and back during pregnancy?
I am 25 weeks pregnant and I have no energy and so drained and tired,also I have severe pain in my back on my right side where my rib cage is,it hurts so bad it throbbs,I can t sleep I toss and turn,is this my baby in my ribs or something more...please help me | Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion the pain in the rib cage and back can be due to muscular pain or gastritis.Avoid spicy and oily diet.Take food in small quantities every 2 hourly.Take antacids.If not subsiding take panadol for pain and local irritants and hot fomentation can be applied.Dont worry It will subside.Some or other types of non specific pains are common in pregnancy.They will subside spontaneously.Best regards... | |
Suggest remedy for frequent urination and urine dripping
my kid is 7 year and 6month old its goin about 2 weeks he goes pee again and again during day time kind of urine dripling.and after couple of week it goes by it self this is the third tmie in 2 year some time he has no control on his pee because of dripling plz suggess some treatmaent thanks | Hi, There are problems as urine frequencies and urine dripping. You need tests as urine test for infection, kidney tests, ultrasound abdomen. I also suggest voiding urethrogram or excretory urethrogram. Or you may take your child to general physician and he will examine to suggest tests. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Varinder Joshi, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest treatment for multiple lipomatosis
hello doctor , my name is arun . i have several painful subcutaneous nodules in the body.about 16 in number. two of which are painless and others are painful . i consulted a nearby doctor he said it may be multiple lipomatosis .but when i asked to another doctor he said lipoma usually dont have pain . i expect a clear diagnosis from u. | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Lipoma generally don't cause any pain. However if it involve some neural structure then it may cause pain. Other possibility is neurofibroma. So you may have either multiple lipomatosis or multiple neurofibromatosis. You should go for biopsy of one or two lump. It will clear all doubts. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
What causes sticky stool in infant?
i have a baby 20 days old baby.she was giving stools 3-4 times aday. about 5-6 days ago she stopped passing stools. i treated her 2 time with glicerin candel (i m sorry - i don t know the english word for it),and she passed stooles very smelly and look like paste..but she just gave the one stool at the time and then stopped. the doctor gave her magnezium milk,she is treated for 3 days with no help. she is having lot of stumack pain,pushing her legs ,not sleeping and crying a lot - mainly in night. she is breastfeeded.i m smoking about 5-6 cigarretts a day,does this have any conaction??? shuold i be worried for her? what can i do? | Hi,Thanks and welcome to healthcare magic.Sticky stools with smell may occur if fat content is more.It may be due to glycerine suppository also..crying of your baby may be due to infantile colick.Colimex-DF 5 drops 3-4 times daily may give relief.Hope this answer serves your purpose .Please feel free to ask further queries if any.Dr.M.V.Subrahmanyam. | |
Is menopause a cause for brittle teeth?
I am soon to be a 55 yo female, and just a year into menopause. Am curious if it is normal that my teeth are suddenly cracking. I have just had chicken wings while at dinner and just had a rear upper tooth crack? I also had a right lower tooth crack at the base of the tooth? Please help | Hi...Welcome to healthcare magic. According to your complain you have problem of brittle teeth that one may be because of decrese calcium level or more forse apply over tooth.Because of excessive attrition may lead to this type of problems. Clinical examination of teeth give exact idea about problems. Menopausal stage affect some amount. Consult a dentist for further diagnosis. Start a treatment of that broken tooth as per situation. If more portion of tooth is broken than extraction done.Take care. Thank you. | |
What causes flutters on right side of my chest?
UI ve had these flutters on my right side of my chest beneath my breast bone for 2 days is no pain or shortness of breath breath just fluttersI ve had these fluttets on the right side of my chest beneath my breast bone for two days they come and go. No pain or shortness of breath. | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Fluttering sensation in chest is commonly seen with arrhythmia (irregular heart beats). So we need to first rule out arrhythmia. So get done ecg, 2d echo and Holter monitoring (24 hour continuous monitoring of ecg). If all of them are normal than no need to worry for arrhythmia. Sometimes muscular twitching can also cause fluttering sensations. Calcium deficiency is common cause for this. So get done calcium level and if deficiency then you need supplements. Stress and anxiety is another cause for fluttering. So if you are having stress than avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Suggest treatment for snake bite
June 18th to 27th Scouts are 3500 to 4500 feet up on the Appliachia Trail. All are 11 nto 14. Already observe Copperhead and Rattlesnake. I have a suction kkit and Bendryl liquid. I am a EMT. I plan to suck the poison wth my suction unit. Wash bite area. I am 2-3 hours from hospital of physician, what is tghe treatment? | Treatment is antivenom. Reach hospital immediately. Till then tie up the part. Don't give any medicine. | |
Should "immunoglobin vaccine" be taken after a dog bite?
Hello Doc, My pet is a pomororian, yesterday night she had a bath and was irritable while playing with her she bit me on my lips as my face was very close. There was heavy bleeding and a small cut at the end of the lips. I immediately rushed to the doc who has administered TT and Rabipur.. But he has also recommended me to take immunoglobin vaccine in the next 24 hrs. I was suffering for viral fever last week and just completed my 4-day course and had also taken an injection for fever. Cud you please let me know if it is absolutuley necessary for this as the total cost told to my is Rs.30000/- as I am to take 5 injections as my weight is 70 Kgs and I am 49 years old. Cud you please reply if this is absolutely necessary. Look forward to your reply. Thanking you. | hi,thanks for contacting health care magic.first thing you have not mentioned about vaccination status of your pet pomororian. As rabies is nearly chance of 100% fatal if not treated properly, there is no contraindication for immuno globulin as well as anti rabies vaccine also.as per your statement u have a small bite injury at the end of ur lips -- so there is a chance for the contamination of ur mucous membrane with dog's saliva -- your injury is classified under category-3.so definitely u must have proper wound management, immunoglobulins as well as anti rabies vaccine.i hope i have cleared your doubt.please feel free to contact me for further clarification.get well soon.with regards,dr ponnarasu.s | |
Suggest remedy for high MCV and MCH levels
My MCV & MCH levels are slightly over the top range. My doctor didn t seem concerned, but I am since I ve been drinking too much red wine recently. I am a healthy 49 year women and wanted to know if I cut back to drinking a glass a night reduce my levels? Am I supposed to take supplements or do anything else? Would you recommend getting a liver test? | Welcome at HCM i have gone through your query and being your physician I completely understand your health concerns.... Alcohol do cause increase in MCV.... But in my opinion you should get your vit b12 levels along with folate levels measured. Since deficiency of these two gives this picture too.. Meanwhile stay calm and meet hematologist... Hope your query is adequately answered RegardsDr saad sultan | |
No bleeding disorder history, advanced periodontitis. General clean. Bleeding issue. Tried pressure pack mesial, tranexamic. Possible suggestion
Hello, I am a dentist in Sydney, I saw a patient ( young women in mid twenties wuth no bleeding disorder history or any medication taken) with advanced periodontitis in particular around upper left molar region! I did a general clean and was all fine! She started to have bleeding issue a few hours after the clean at one site only, I had tried to ask her to keep a pressure pack mesial of the second molar and also prescribed some tranexamic acid mouthwash, so far it has been almost 2 days and it does not seem to be able to arrest the bleeding (oozing)! I am asking for possible suggestion of causes and treatment alternatives? Was there a possible blood vessel in bone that was exposed via even a general clean? Please help! | Hello, First an OPG should be taken to rule out there is any other problem in the region. If there is bone loss a flap surgery and bone grafting should be done. It could mainly associated with the advanced periodontitis. Or it could be a sinus problem which can be detected by an ENT specialist. Ask the patient to take saline gargle 3-4 times a day. | |
What causes lump along with bruising a the back of my thigh?
i have a ball bearing type lump in the back of my thigh which hurts when pressure is applied. It has gone down a little since the other day. However i dont recall bumping the area and a bruise has now appeared and is getting bigger each day. The bruise is about the size of a 10 pence at the moment. Should i be worried | Hello!Thank you for the query.This lump is most likely a varicose vein. Due to veins insufficiency your veins gets enlarged as the blood circulation is impeded. In some cases such varicose vein can get clotted. This causes hardness and pain.I suggest you to consult general surgeon with this issue. Dopplers veins ultrasound should be done.Hope this will help.Regards. | |
I have rash in mouth. does it have to run its course ? how long till its better ?
I went to emergency room about15 hours ago, have redness, rash in mouth. was treated for thrush. experiancing symptoms for 24 hours proir. was perscribed nystatin. so far, no improvement. infact a little worse. is this normal should i be in so much pain ? cant sleep, does it have to run its course ? how long till its better ? | Dear The way yoou are putting up the things it could be allergic manifestation due to cheese and beer or stomatitis which usually comes due to constipation and b complex deficiency, many a tine redness is also reported in iron deficiency if you are anaemic or thrush where white patches are more prominent.Keep you bowel clean and have some oxidants like indian goose berry [amla] | |
Can bite marks on face and neck be an indication of an allergy or be due to insects?
I have what looks like small insect bites mostly on my face and neck. And it continues. We had a bug man come by and checked for bedbugs , spiders and the like. He found nothing and said that my apartment was emmaculate. He thought maybe it just might be an allergy that resembles insect bites. Any ideas? | yes after study it may be concluded as allergy to some protein may be oils soaps cooking oils shampoo soaps body application materials or food or medicines used for other ailmentsin my view you can get tests to find out cause and it can be ok after withdrawing that substance frm your contact | |
Feeling of blood in saliva, comes from teeth, throat. Prescribed medication for gums problem, symptoms persist. Solution?
Hi, many times I feel blood in my saliva. Sometimes it comes from my teeth but sometimes from my throat. My family doctor told me that this is because of gums problem and prescribed me some medicines. But this still happens once in a while (once in two days or so). I am worried. I dont have any other symptoms. I am 26 non smoker non drinker. Please help | Hi there , Thanks for asking your query,Don't panic.what was the color of the blood (bright or pale red).Blood can be found in saliva because of periodontal infection surrounding your teeth and gums.sometimes due to drug induced gingival enlargement and excessive subgingival calculus there can be bleeding from gums.if your cleared of dental related problems then visit your physician.Due to irritation in your throat ,blood can be seen.many a times due to gastrointestinal bleeding or respiratory infection ,traces of blood can be seen.if the problem persists please visit a physician.hope this helps you,regards,dr.naveen | |
History of tuberculosis in both testis. treatment taken. FNAC results normal. Abdominal pain during ejaculation. What could be the reason?
I am 48 years. My height is 5 ft 9 inches and weight 85 kilos. About eight years back I had swelling in my right testis without any pain. After FNAC I was diagnosed with Tuberculosis in my right testis. After a treatment of about nine months I was cured. Again after four years I found swelling in my left testis with pain in lower abdomen during ejaculation . I was given antibiotics for about two months for suspected inflamation. But the swelling and pain persisted. Then an ultrasound of lower abdomen and testis was done. FNAC was also done which was normal. Then a test for tuberculosis was done which was found positive and the treatment for tuberculosis was given again for about one year. The swelling has gone but there is still pain in my lower abdomen during ejaculation for the last about four years. What could be the possible reasons as I had already taken anti inflamatory medicines. How it can be diagnosed. | Hi...though the disease has been cured but it must have caused residual fibrosis in the vas or other part of the tract...leading to pain during ejaculation...this is very difficult to cure...you can get a vasography to see the deformity... | |
What causes neck pain in a child after being treated for fractured skull?
Hi, my little boy (3½) had an accident in December 2010, where a concrete pillar fell onto him and pinned him to another pillar. He was in Paeds ICU with a fractured skull and C1 vertebra was twisted at a 30 degree angle and he had 2kg traction for this, and a soft collar for 6 weeks after he was discharged. It s now been nine months and he still occassionally complains about his neck being sore. E.g. he can t lie back in the bath and hold his head up so I can rinse his hair. Is this normal for recovery or should I have him checked out by the orthopaedic surgeon who assisted us in Dec? Thanks, Lee | Hi..this is not normal. I suggest you get back to the orthopedic surgeon regarding this. There could be a remnant neurological deficit which is making his head lifting antalgic in certain positions. I suggest getting an MRI or brain and spine to check for any compressions.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Q. Every time I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Why?
Hi doctor, I am a 26 year old male. I am 5 feet and 9 inches tall and weigh 255 pounds. When I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Sometimes when I have constipation as well, I poop a little bit of blood. I am really scared that I have colon cancer. I do have diarrhea often. I do not have a family history of colon cancer. I got blood tests done last night. Please find my reports attached. | Hello. I have gone through your information and test reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). So, in view of that, there are a couple of things that I can opine upon: Hope that helps. For more information consult a general surgeon online --> | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? Thanks in advance. | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just cocaine but a combination of drugs. Cocaine narrows blood vessels (vasoconstriction). It can lead to erectile dysfunction. Few studies suggest that it has receptors on testicles and sperm. So, it can degenerate testicular tissues/or sperm quality, transfer from sperm to female egg and can lead to early miscarriage. Cocaine is a very fast acting drug which affects the nervous system and produces short-lived euphoric attitude for 15 minutes to an hour, but causes long-term damage to the body and brain like anxiety, depression, aggression, impairment of logic and critical thinking, heart problem, hypertension and decrease in bone density. Its half-life is an hour. So, it takes about an hour for half of the cocaine consumed to leave the body. But, with long-term use, the drug starts to accumulate in the blood and body tissues allowing certain tests to detect it in the system for an extended period of time. After a single use of cocaine, agents created by its metabolism can be detected in the urine for two to four days, and in chronic users, cocaine can be detected up to 12 days and highly concentrated cocaine can be detected in the urine up to three weeks. It can be detected in the saliva and blood for an average 12-48 hours. In hairs and sweat for an extended period of time, it can be detected. So, after all the above description, I do not know how your husband had cocaine, as a cocktail along with other drugs, or just cocaine? Secondly, how long he has been taking it? For you, have you been on alcohol, cocaine or smoking? If you had taken in the past, better to quit completely. My advice is, try to avoid drugs like cocaine, alcohol, ketamine, and MDMA completely for a couple of months before trying for pregnancy. Because, if the mother has an addiction, it has psychosocial effects on the fetus in addition to the drugs' side effects itself. Best of luck. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
How to relieve pain in ankle upto knee after possible sprain?
I believe I mildly sprained my ankle. It hurts to walk on it and now the pain is shooting up my shine to my knee. From my ankle to my knee it feels hot, swollen and painful. I am not sure if it more than a sprain. I banged my shin pretty good a week ago....and it was sore. | Hi.Get x ray of ankle done.show to orthopedic surgeonWear ankle brace or support anklet.preferably a short cast for 10 days would be good.Take advil tab thrice a day after mealsAvoid walking | |
How can high liver enzymes be treated?
I am 25 years old, I had a blood test for a life insurance policy. My liver enzymes were high, 123. I don't drink alcohol in excess and I work out regularly (6' 189 lbs). Is this serious and is it something I'll have to deal with for the rest of my life or can it usually be cured? | Hi and welcome to Healthcaremagic. I understand your concerns.You did not specify which exactly value is increased but if you are talking about ST or ALT levels then this is significantly high value and it may indicate liver damage. In most cases this is caused by viral hepatitis or fatty liver. If alcoholism is excluded then you need to do liver ultrasound and check for viral markers. It will show us possible disorders. Then it can be treated on the right way. Also, you need to avoid liver toxic medications such as paracetamol, alcohol and have low protein diet. YOu can also take Silimarin supplement which will protect your liver from the further damage.I hope I have answered you queryKindly regards. Wish you a good health. | |
What does abdominal pain, hot sweats and improper bowel movement indicate?
my partner who is obese but healthy (full doc check) has been having paind in lower abdomen then round his back, hot sweats and lack of apetite not really feeling sick but not feeling well, hasnt had a really good poo just small ones though feel the need to have a good clear out, took sachet of fibrogel last night and went a little better this morning but still sweating suddenly | HI.Thanks for your query and concern for your friend.The history of pain , sudden sweating , not feeling normal, not having normal stools is all indicative of few things:Intestinal infection.TyphoidI would advise your friend the following:First of all send the samples for -Blood: Widal , CBC, sugar and creatinine.Urine and stool - routine tests.Ultrasonography just to rule out any organic lesion.A course of an antibiotic, metronidazole, probiotic for 5 days and then to change medicines as per the reports if need be or extend the antibiotic for 3 weeks if Typhoid is positive.If no relief after the course , then only you can go for further tests of colonoscopy and CT scan of the abdomen. | |
How to get rid of sebaceous/epidermal cysts?
i'm a 30 yr old female,5'4 178lbs with sebaceous/epidermal cyst's is there anything I can do to get rid of the one's i'm getting on my breast. My doctor removed one on my back and it left a gapping hole like indent. I'm very upset with the way my looks and don't want to add to my self esteem problems. | Hello young ladysebaceous cysts can be removed surgicallythere is no other optionplease consult a cosmetic or plastic surgeon who can reconstruct your skin without scarring and ugly lookif it get infected than it can be treated with a course of antibioticshope this answers your questiongood luck | |
Hodgkin's lymphoma treated. Undergone chemo, radiation. Pain, itchiness in labia minora. Is it an infection?
I'm 29 yes old, have recently been treated for stage 2 Hodgkin's lymphoma. I had 4 cycles of abvd chemo and 4 weeks of radiation to my throat chest and underarm.As a result of the treatment I've had a yeast infection for several months.I just noticed a small flat black spot on my labia minora. There is pain and itchiness in in that area but I don't know if its the infection or the spot. | Hi,Thank you for posting your query, I have gone through your query and understand your concern.Since you have undergone chemotherapy and radiotherapy, I do suspect the reason for pain and itching could likely be infection, it could be bacterial or fungal. The best way forward would be to get yourself examined and get a culture/sensitivity done in case there is any discharge.Meanwhile I suggest you keep the area dry and watch for any swelling, redness, a rash and discharge. I would not at this time suggest any antibiotic or anti-fungal treatment.To help you better, I would like to know for how long you have had this black spot and is there any scaling (dry skin flakes) or is there any discharge(Vaginal or from the labia), or any nodule kind of swelling, do you have any fever.Please do write back describing your problem in more detail so that I can help you better.I sincerely hope this answer helps you.Wishing you a speedy recovery.Dr. Yogesh. D | |
What is the treatment for white patches in the tongue?
Hello, i recently discovered white patches on my tongue and 2 red bumps at the very back of my tongue. This worry me because as i have checked on the internet, it means that i might have the HIV. I am only 15 years old and has never done any sexual intercourse with anyone before. Well, as an experiment i have tried ejaculating in my mouth before just to see how it tastes. Also, i have masturbate almost everyday through my pants and when i ejaculate, i just let the semen stick on my pants until the next day to wash it. Will any of this be the cause of HIV? Do i even have HIV? What should i do? | Hi Dear ,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern.As per your query white patches on tongue which is definitely a matter of concern. f it is painless and not changing shape then it could be thrush, leucoplakia or lichen planus, now as it is painful it should be diagnosed as early possible. As you are scared of having HIV, white pain is not the only sign for that. you should not panic about it. I would suggest you to visit oral pathologist once and get biopsy done. Biopsy will rule out any skin malignancy or oral pathology. after that your treatment can be started accordingly. Maintain proper oral hygiene off oral cavity, clean tongue daily. Scrap off white deposits very lightly just to remove debris. Drink alot water. Donot eat spicy, sharp food.Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari | |
What causes recurring fever?
Hi Doctor.. Im having fever since 1mnth..when i hav tablets It reduces and after 3days of tablets course again i get fever.. 3weeks before culture test was doneand iIt was diagnosed as typhoid.. Doctor gave me ciprobid for 7 days..i thot im cured Bt after 3 days of completing tablets gt fever again ... Temperature was nt tat high as before Bt had slight fever.. I was advised to take same tablet for anthr 7days...Its 6th day today still i feel slight body heat at nit..should i do a test again? | HIThanks for posting your query to Healthcaremagic. Ok we have the diagnosis as Typhoid fever but the treatment given to you is not working and hence you require a different antibiotic for the cure . In my practice I prescribe Tablet Cefixime+ ofloxacin for Typhoid and it has shown a good response. I advise you consult your doctor again and ask for the prescription for the same. Hope you find this information useful.Any clarifications or Queries feel free to ask. Happy to help you. | |
Q. I have lower abdomen pain and burning of penis tip. Why?
Dear doctor,I am 29 years old and since two months, I am suffering from lower abdominal pain and burning of penis tip. The case is as follows: At first when I got this, I was having severe penis burning and a swollen meatus with abdominal pain. So, my GP gave me medicine for UTI and also gave few tests which included CBC, sugar test, urine routine and culture, sonography for abdomen and lower abdomen, PSA, and serum creatine which all came negative. But still, I was having lower abdomen pain and burning tip, now with a stinging sensation in the penis as well as in the anus. Since it was not going away, my GP referred me to a urologist who then said it is dysuria and gave me Levoflox 500 mg, Tizan, Paracetamol 650 and Lactulose solution for motion for five days. But still, the pain was not gone. So, the urologist said to see a surgeon for abdomen pain and a dermatologist for the red meatus. The dermatologist said I do not have any skin issue but still gave me antifungal tablets and an antiallergy with a cream. So, the redness of meatus came down and burning too, but the stinging sensation of the lower abdomen and the sting from the penis to anus was not gone as I could feel it every now and then and more when passing motion.After all this, then I visited the surgeon who checked me for a hernia and prostate. To confirm, he also referred me to a sonography B/L hernial region and color doppler scrotum as now the pain was in the testicle too and a stool test.I did the following test and result for a hernia was negative while for scrotum test it came as: The right spermatic cord is bulky and shows mildly increased vascularity s/o funiculitis. Right simple epidydimal cyst. Normal both testis.Now, the surgeon was not available. So, I went to my urologist with these reports and he gave me following medicine: Tablet Metrogyl 400 mg (Metronidazole) two times a day for five days.Tablet Doxycycline LB 100 (Doxycycline) twice daily after food for 14 days.Tablet Chymozal Forte DS thrice before food for five days.Tablet Dolo 650 (Paracetamol) thrice after food for five days. I was instructed to wear tight scrotal support. I am still feeling pain in right side and testicle seems to be swollen slightly. There is still burning in tip of my penis and stinging in the penis is there too. Now my question is why does this happen? I am little tensed and do not know what exactly this is and how long will it take to comple | Hello. Relax and do not worry. I have read everything and also seen the reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Funiculitis is basically inflammation/infection of spermatic cord which lies above the testis. So, you have inflammation of spermatic cord. It usually occurs after urine infection. There are nerves in the spermatic cord and because of inflammation, these nerves are getting irritated. So, you are having tingling and other sensations. Your sensations may take some time to resolve like four to six weeks as the nerves require to heal. The medication given by your doctor is fine. Nothing to change. I will only suggest adding tablet Flavospas (Flavoxate) one tablet morning, afternoon and evening. It will help reduce sensations. Yes, if possible you need to wear scrotal support at night also. For further queries consult a urologist online --> | |
Can chicken pox spread from a child to an adult?
hi dr grief my name is michelle and my 4 yr old boy has just come out in a rash which looks like chicken pox, i just need to know if adults can catch chicken pox from him as he is seeing his 60yr old nan tomorrow and im not sure if its safe for him to go thank you michelle | Hello,Welcome to HCM,Chickenpox is a highly communicable 1-2 days before the appearance of rash and 4-5 days thereafter. After which virus tends to die out and looses the capacity to transmit disease to normal individuals.As your 4 year old son has just come out in a rash which looks like rashes of chicken pox, he has all the chance of transmitting the disease to other health individuals including the adults.The scabbing usually begins 4-7 days after the rash and completed by 30 days. During the scabbing period your son will be sterile and will not transmit disease to others.Thank you. | |
What causes sharp pain in the chest?
my name is frank chiedozie I am having this pain in my chest area, it a sharp pain, looks like someone is pinching me with a needle. its on and off. Secondly,i perceive the odour of blood from my gullet, I have gone for ECG but was diagnose of AV Block 1,but the pain have refused to go despite taking pain killers. | Thanks for your question on HCM.Since you are having first degree AV block, your pain can be due to cardiac cause.So get done 2d echo to rule out cardiac cause.If this is normal then get done vitamin B 12 level as needle pricking pain can be seen in B 12 deficiency. If deficit then supplement should be started.If B 12 is normal then mostly you have anxiety related needle pricking pain.So avoid stress and anxiety. | |
Have stage 4 esophageal cancer. Nausea, weight loss. Undergoing chemo and radiation. Anything natural that can be tried?
My husband has stage 4 esophogeal cancer ... probably a month to live...he is still taking chemo and now radiation (wish he wasnt!) and his nausea is so severe... 5 antinausea meds and nothing is working...he had to be rehydrated yesterday and has lost 10 lbs because he cannot eat or drink due to nausea... anything natural I can try???? | Hello, sorry to hear about your husband. Often chemo and radiation can make the tumor considerably smaller in esophageal cancer. And he might be able to eat better later. Avoid milk products as they can cause lots of slime. About the nausea - you could try bands that go around the wrists and have buttons that press an acupuncture point on the wrist (p6)- often used in pregnancy or for car sickness. You would have to ask for them in the chemists or drugstore. You can also try buying ginger lolly pops - or ginger tea or even ginger ale. You can also make your own ginger lollipops. Also ask your doctor for some high calorie astronaut food. Careful they might bring on slime - see if they have some things unlike milk. Hope this helps a little. You might also ask your clinics if they have a nutrient counselor. kind regards, JR | |
Is pain on bridge of the nose after an injury,dangerous?
My son got hit hard by an elbow in the nose.. It did not bleed but it was instantly painful, throbs on bridge and a little swollen and numb for about 45 minutes. 2 hrs later it is painful to touch, stings to breathe deep, and he is nauseous. Should I be concerned? | Hi, Severe injury to the nose is a serious problem. Kindly take him to an ENT doctor. Your son may have to be admitted for observation for a head injury. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nirmal Chander Gupta, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
Suggest recovery time post ureter tube flush due to kidney flush
hello I am currently being treated for an abnormally large 16 mm kidney stone for a little over two months .I have had four surgeries from two doctors and I am still hurting and at times unable to urinate well the first surgery was to put in a tube stint that was sticking out of my side for weeks the second surgery was to internalize the tube because it was causing me a lot of pain and no sleep the third was a ureter tube flush out,and last was lipotropsy Its been a week since my last and the symptoms remain I get bloated from eating and everything backs up cant urinate strong burning in penis and contractions so hard for bowel movement and urination , my question is does this sound normal and how long will this continue because the last two months has been excrutiatingly painfull and discomforting in public , it ruining my job its making me on edge where I cant concentrate as well ascausing several other problems like the medicine has bad side effects | HelloThanks for query .Based on the sequence of events I would summarize your case as follow 1) You had a large obstructing stone in upper ureter hence a urinary diversion called Per Cutaneous Nephrostomy was done to drain yourine from your obstructed kidney which was there for month or so .Then you had subsequently undergone lithotrisy to fragment the stone .Now you have difficulty in passing urine and pain in genitals which is mostly due to narrowing of the urethra (Stricture Urethra) developed due to repeated instrumentation . You need to get Retrograde Cystourothrogram done to confirm the diagnosis and consult your Urologist for further treatment like Visual Internal Urethrotomy (VIU).Dr.Patil. | |
What causes dry cough while suffering from asthma?
yes Hi hopefully i be able to get a second opinion of my mother illness . she has being diagnostic with more then 15 years with asthma , approx . 2 years ago she was operated on her stomach from cancer and remove 2/3 of her stomach with a great result . now the problem of a continues dry couch and type of asthma . wish I beleive is not a Asthma it all . Im 100 % sure is something else . pls. help me.most thankfully. | Hi i did review your concern.Chronic dry cough is most often due to asthma, gastroesophageal reflux disease, post nasal drip and drug induced cough(anti hypertensive ACE inhibitors). Other causes can be chronic bronchitis and COPD but there is generally some sputum.Asthma as we generally know has wheezing with cough and Shortness of breath, however there is a cough variant asthma which responds to sodium chromoglycate , zileuton and beta adrenergic agonist. I would recommend you to get your mom evaluated by a pulmonologist who can help you much better in this regard.I hope this advice helps.Wish you all the best with healthy and happy life. | |
Suggest treatment for nightfall
My brother is married person and got problem with night fall regularly.bcoz of this he feels very week.he is almost sure that because of regular night fall he got liver problem too.He told me that few years back,once he had sex for 90 mins while he was drunk and he fainted and woke up in the morning,after that he is having problem with lower stomach(just above the penis) and from that time he is having nightfall problem. | Hello Its completely normal to have nightfall in teenage and adults, however it could be due to excessive masturbation,over production of semen or its thin consistency, weakness of semen holding tubes, excessive use of semen producing diets, avoiding sexual act for a longer duration of time and weakness of kidneys as well. I suggest you to visit your doctor for your brothers detailed checkup and proper treatment if needed I hope i have answered your query. | |
Troubled marriage, several misunderstandings, mistrust, psychological issues. Professional help needed?
This request is for Dr XXXXXXX. I have a very close relative whose marriage is in trouble because of series of cascading misunderstanding and mistrust and probably more. Probably there are psychological issues haunting both. I want your professional help to enable them live a happy life; something that has deprived them for at-least a decade. BTW, they are in no mood to seek professional help. Can I seek your help? | Hello, Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query. You seem to be bothered about you relatives marriage. Marriage is a relation which needs tons of understandings. We take it for granted that its going to work but it takes efforts for it to work. If its doesn't work, then there is not much an option than to take professional help. You can discuss with both the partners and convince them for a marital therapy. Hope I am able to solve your query. I will be happy to help you if you need any further clarifications. You can contact me on the following link: Wish you good health! | |
Can taking Conversyl,Metformin and Atenol be safe for heart palpitation?
hi, last 2 yeas, i have problem of sudden high palpitaion which remain for around 25 minutes, my blood pressure also goes high at that time around 145/100 i can not sit that time due to the feeling of restlessness.i keep walking that time to divert my thought of heart palpitation. i face this problem especially in confined areas or rooms in winter or during driving the car in traffic jam situation or waitng at red signals at the road intersection. any advice... i am over weight 40 lbs, and dibites#2 person. presently taking conversyl 4mg two times per day, metformin one tablet, and night time antenol 25mg betablocker. i am now 49 years old. | Hello, Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms seem to be related to anxiety. Anyway, before coming to this conclusion, I would recommend consulting with your attending physician for a physical exam and some tests in order to exclude other possible causes: - a resting ECG and cardiac ultrasound - thyroid hormone levels for thyroid gland dysfunction - blood electrolytes for possible imbalance - complete blood count for anemia. An ambulatory 24-48 hours ECG monitoring would help exclude possible cardiac arrhythmia. You should discuss with your doctor on the above tests. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist | |
What causes black bowels and bedsore during terminal cancer?
Thank you doctor. My mother-in-law has Thyroid cancer and she is ninety-four yea rs of age and the doctor told us that the mass is malignant it is terminal. Why do the bowels become black and the patient bed sores when you have terminal cancer of any kind? | Black stools can be due to malena (passage of altered blood due to bleeding high in gsstrointestinal tract) or it can be side effect of medication e.g taking oral iron preparation.Pressure sore (bed sores) form over pressure areas in terminally ill patients as they cannot change their posture and lie in one position causing constant load over these areas. They can be prevented by using air mattress and changing posture of patient every 2 hours.I hope it helps.Please discuss it with your doctor. | |
Stomach pain, headache, feeling cold. What could be this?
My head hurts, and my body feels very weak as if it is a viris or something and stomach hurts right at the bottem under my bellybutton area. i dont know if its stomach flu or something but its very weird and im also wearing a sweater because im cold but its not cold here and i have a bad taste in my mouth too as if i was sick. | Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for choosing H.C.M.Forum. You had body pains , weakness, stomach pain under the bellybutton,bad taste, and i am getting rigors, All these are collectively called fever, and pain under the belly button is due to urinary tract infection, totally it is a fever due to urinary tract infection. I advise you to consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment. You may have to undergo blood work and urine examination for confirmation. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Best regards. | |
What causes premature ejaculation,hair loss and sweating?
Hi, I am 32 years old male. I have these symptoms for as long as I remember. Lifelong premature ejaculation ( 3 to 5 seconds ) Excessive sweating Heat intolerance Hair loss from body Tiredness Depression Recently I have had a blood test and I came to know that I am vitamin d deficient. I am taking 10,000 IU daily for last one month. But I have not seen any changes so far, what could be the possible reason for all these problems | HelloPremature ejaculation in your age may be due to over excited state etc.You should try relaxation technique and avoid provocative literature and videos.You should try to be calm and try to engage yourself in your job.You may need psychological counselling if needed.You are rightly taking vitamin D supplementation.You may need antidepressant medicines if symptoms persists.It is important to evaluate thyroid profile.Altered thyroid status may be the reason for tiredness,depression etc. Get well soon.Take CareDr.Indu Bhushan | |
What could cause pain and swelling in the foot?
The top of my foot is very slightly swollen about 1.5 inches in diameter but it has sharp pains off and on. The pain and swelling are only on the top of the foot just at the base of my toes. I have kept my foot elevated this evening and it seems to be getting slightly more painful and the stabs of pain are coming more often. Any ideas on what it could be? | Hi, It can be a minor contusion caused by trivial trauma or prolonged walking. Other possibility is an early sign of gout or arthritis. As a first line management, you can take analgesics like Ibuprofen or Diclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist, you can consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Done MRI for bulging discs. Have scoliosis. Have pain. What can I do?
I had an open MRI done, showing bulging discs in the t 2 - 5 I believe that is what they told me. I also have scoliosis but do not know much about it. I have had moderate to severe pain for 8 months now. I ve been through so much testing and physical therapy and also chiropractic care. My pain is no better in fact it is worse. What can I do? | Hi, Thank you for posting your query. Scoliosis refers to sideways bending of spine. This may be a congenital (by birth) finding or it may be due to disease of spine or spinal cord. Initial treatment is with physiotherapy and pain medications. If you are not better, please consult a neurologist and Orthopedic surgeon for detailed evaluation and treatment. Best wishes, Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology) Senior Consultant Neurologist | |
Suggest treatment for asthma and heart murmur
I m Patty, i m 17, turning 18 about 107 pounds and i have asthma and heart murmurs, though the cardiologist said 2 years ago my heart murmurs shouldn t disrupt me because it s not too serious. Just yesterday and up to today, i felt something on my chest. i felt pressure on my chest as i exhaled and it comes and goes. my dad thought i should sleep it off since i had a head ache, so i did. when i woke up this morning, everything was fine but around 2pm today, i started feeling it again. Is this serious? Do any of you know what it is? | Hello, I understand your concern and would explain that it is necessary performing some tests to investigate for the possible causes underlying your complaints: - a new cardiac ultrasound - an exercise cardiac stress test or stress echo - an ambulatory 24-48 hours ECG monitoring for possible cardiac arrhythmia - complete blood count for anaemia - thyroid hormone levels for thyroid gland dysfunction - blood electrolytes for possible imbalances. You should discuss with your doctor on the above tests. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist | |
Why does the taste buds yellow in color?
i got my tongue pierced 3 days ago and i have been cleaning it with a bottle with half of mouth wash and water every time i eat or drink and i put peroxide on it every morning and afternoon.my taste buds are yellow and when i brush my tongue it comes off but comes back.what should i do? | Hello, thank you for consulting with healthcaremagic. Generally taste buds are pink in colour, but if you are mentioning that now they are yellow in colour, it looks that there is some infection still present there, you should continue with mouth wash as well as antibiotic at least for 5 days. If it does not goes after that also or starts creating other problems also, then you should visit a good dentist. Hope it will help you. | |
What causes feeling a lump on the back causing pain while breathing?
for the last 3 weeks i have felt like i had a knot in my back, close to my left shoulder blade, ive iced it used heat and had it massaged. it is getti ng worse. when i stretch my arm to right it feels like something is tearing. for last 2 night o cant even sleep because the pain is so bad. It definately hurts worse when i lay down or as the day is winding down. It hurts to take a deep breath, hic up now too. Pain is wrapping around to under my breast bone. Dont know why it is getting worse. | Respected user , HiThanks for using Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query thoroughly .* This seems in relation with tear , sprain or strain involving muscle or ligament with underlying irritation of nerve fibers also .* Strongly recommended to get an MRI of the part to get the final diagnosis and management .Hope this clears your query .Welcome for further guidance .Regards . | |
Q. My mother had tablets for urinary infection and now she is having diarrhea. Please advice.
Hello doctor, My mother had a urinary infection caused by Escherichia coli. She was treated with a 10 days course of Nitrofurantoin. The count of bacteria in her urine then was 500 hpf and 50 WBCs. Her symptoms were relieved. But after a week, she feels slight burning sensation now. During the infection period and now she has been having an urge to go to the toilet quite often and some irritation while passing the stools too. The stool is watery. We got her routine blood tests done and her WBC count in blood is slightly higher. She has no fever. Please advice. | Hello. I reviewed all the attached reports (attachments removed to protect patient identity). Your mother has the stomach irritation and loose stools due to the medicines she had taken. She will be relieved from this in 2 or 3 days. She has iron deficiency anemia. So, you should give her foods which are rich in iron like spinach, red meat, and eggs. Also, you should give her plenty of fluids and cranberry juice. This will help her in her urinary tract infection (UTI). I suggest the following medicines for her. | |
Any suggestion for suffering from depression or bipolar disorder?
Hi....I think I am suffering from depression or bipolar disorder....with intense cynic behavior....self harming behavior, agression and all the related symptoms.....i took some medications for a month while i was in Canada. But it doesnt seem to help.Kindly guide me because it is taking a toll on my personal life...ThanksSandeep Sidhu | HiThanks for using healthcare magicIntense cynic behavior, self harming behavior, aggression etc may go towards borderline personality disorder. Mood swings are common in this personality, so better to consult a psychiatrist for proper diagnosis and treatment. You can also consult a psychologist for personality assessment.Thanks | |
What does this MRI report of back indicate?
I received my MRI back and its states I have anterolisthesis of L5 on S1 without signifciant spinal canal stenois and moderate bilateral neuroforaminal narrowing. Can you explain this? I thought neuroforaminal narrowing was considered stenosis. So do I have stenosis (narrowing) or not? Note the MRI also states I have spondylolysis grade 1. | Hello,Stenosis in your case refers to a narrowing of the spinal cord, it is a good thing that you don't have it. The term may be applied to neuroforamina, but narrowing is more appropriate. Listhesis refers to slipped vertebrae.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical | |
Any suggestion for premature ejaculation?
hi, im having a little bit erection problems and premature ejaculation sometimes. im 30 years old and this is happening since last year so i feel a big difference in my sexual life. also i had balantis infection which sorted out last year but it appeared to be back recently. please help me. supa | HIWell come to HCMIn most of the cases such complaints of erection and premature ejaculation are functional in origin and may not be due to any disease, over conciousness, apprehensiveness, depression, anxiety, may be the causes of premature ejaculation and erection problem try to come out this conditions, try some exercise, yoga, relaxation therapy, everything would be fine soon, take care. | |
Dizziness. MRI of brain showed something in pitutary gland. Suggested seeing an endocronologist. Concerning?
I got dizzy and was sent to the emrgency room where they performed a CT scan and suggested i get a MRI of the brain because something on my petuitary gland showed up. I had the MRI which showed something on my peturitary gland and my primary dr is sending me to a Endocronologist but i cannot get in to see him until Nove 15. I am extremely anxious about this, could it be cancer or would they try to see me sooner? | Hi, the C.T.scan, and M.R.I. show that there is some thing in the pitutary, and you can't see your doctor till november 15 th. The other alternative could be to see another endocrinologist for the present to attend the condition. I to my patient with such symptoms prescribe omeprazole, domperidone, and cinnerzine for temporary relief. Thank you. | |
What causes pain in temple region of head?
I have had a headache for more than four weeks, on and off..when to my ENT, sinus r ok. My neurologist did a MRI, all good. He is suggesting muscle relaxant and PT. my pain is in the temples and as I wear glasses they seem tight. Any other suggestions? | Thank you very much for contacting healthcare magic. You have problem of headache at temporal region that may be because of tight glasses .Migrain may cause temporal pain.Tension headache cause temporal pain also.Cluster headach may ruled out.Hypertation may cause headach problem. Temporal arthritis may ruled out.Meningitis cause headach.Csf examination test is helpful for further diagnosis. Proper history and physical examination is helpful for further diagnosis. Consent a physician for further diagnosis. I hope my guidance is helpful to you. Take care.Thank you very much. | |
Suggest remedy for an allergy
Hi, I have my first ever sty at age 58. Lower lid was sore over the weekend and a tad bit swollen. Just thought it was allergies,heat etc. about 2 hours ago I noticed a little pimple/puss on my lower eye lid. What to do? Ive been using similasson eye drops and warm compress | hi, if there is problem with lower eye lid and not in the eye ball, then eye drops wont be helpful in this case,yes warm compression will be effective but u shoud take any OTC antihistaminic orally to get rid off symptoms.We are not suppose to prescribe medicines here as u are not infront of doctor.if problem persists then go to your physician. | |
What causes groin pain after knee replacement surgery?
I have had total hip replacement on my left hip in 2005 and 3 months ago I had total knee replacement on my right knee. Now I am experiencing sharp as well as achy pain in my right groin. It is similar to the pain that caused me to have the other hip replaced. Do you think that I most likely should have my right hip replaced? | Hello, I have studied your case. As per your history there can be possibility of hip arthritis which can be degenerativeI will advise you do X ray of hip again and you can consult me with reports or with your doctor.After clinical examination IF AVN is suspected then you will need MRI.Till time take analgesic and cartilage protecting medication like glucosamine sulphate.For hip arthritis joint flexion, extension and rotation exercises will help.Physiotherapist will help you better to learn more exercises in proper protocol.Diet rich in calcium and protein will help.Pain on climbing stairs can be associated with knee osteoarthritis; do you have knee pain while climbing upstairs?Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.Take care |
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