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How to get rid of anxiety and depression?
Hello, I'm a 25 year old male with anxiety and depression issues that are under control with the aid of prozac and abilify. I'm nervous about a presentation tomorrow as well as an upcoming trip, and as a result cannot sleep. I also can't stop thinking about it. Will advil help... | Hello,Looks like a temporary stressor. I think a sedative will help you enough for short term.Zolpidem 12.5mg should be enough. It usually gives 6-7 hours of undisturbed and dreamless sleep and the mind is fresh after waking up.You may try this after discussing it with your doctor.Take it for the stressful time and the... | |
Suggest remedy to relieve back pain due to multiple injuries
Hi .. I've had back pain for a number of years.. But more so the last 2yrs I've had chiropractic , accupuntre , and phisio !! I take diclofenac and paracetamol .. For the last 4 weeks I've had lower back pain again I had a fall and then a week later I missed... | Longduration of back ache aggravated by injury with weakness in limb and you have tried many things.still you are not having relief.You should go see a spine specialist or atleast an orthopedic surgeon.They might give you medication, rest /exercise, and most important THE DIAGNOSIS.Further definitive treatment is only ... | |
What are the side effects and treatment for abortion pill?
I took the abortion pill today and i was bleeding pretty normal till i sat on the couch for about an hour and then i had to use the restroom and i got up and my whole pad, underwear and some of my pants were soaked in blood. I dont know what to do. Or if its t... | Hi,You have not mentioned the drug name and the weeks of pregnancy. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bleeding and abdominal cramps are the side effects of the drug. Excess bleeding should be immediately treated to avoid hypotension and collapse. Kindly visit your gynaecologist as soon as possible.Hope I have answered your q... | |
Suggest treatment for upper right quadrant pain
Hi, I am 42 yr old female with history of R renal stenosis(12yrs ago)(renal balloon angioplasty, stent placed yr and half later. I am on lasix 40mg 3x daily, plus bp med and gabipentin for repeat shingle x8 and small nerve neuropothy. Recent presentation of gall stones a... | Hi,Thanks for writing in to us.It is possible that your immunity might be low and that is the reason why you are frequently getting shingles. Stress and anxiety are known causes of shingles. Gabapentin given pain relief and improves the quality of life.The gall stones and ovary cyst need to be assessed clinically and i... | |
Suggest treatment for anemia, loss of appetite and severe hair loss
my daugther has the following symptoms Anemia Loss of appetite Gluten intolerant Soy intolerant dairy intolerant Gastro paresis Acid Reflux Migraines Nausea Vomiting Hair shedding excessively when combing or even just washing Abdominal pain Joint pain... | HiAfter hearing your history i would advise you to treat anaemia with iron supplements and making changes to your diet.If the underlying cause of iron deficiency is loss of blood — other than from menstruation — the source of the bleeding must be located and stopped. This may involve surgery. Treatment for folic aci... | |
Could the size of the penis be increased?
sir i am doing masturbating from the age of 12 years and i am going to marry some one. so iwant to know can i satisfy to my partner in bedroom. i want to inform you that my penis is very small. my age is 30 years,height -5.4 inches, weight- 77 kgs | Hello. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Please let us know what is your penis length in erect condition. If it is very less, there are procedures to lengthen it upto an extent.Hope I have answered your query. You can contact me for treatment options. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr... | |
Q. My mother has a lump in her breast. Kindly guide.
Hello doctor, My mother found a lump in her breast, which is movable and mildly painful. Then she was suggested for a mammogram, and it resulted as a mass lesion with an irregular margin of 8*10 cm birads v category. We are waiting for the biopsy result. She does no... | Hello. Mass of 8*10 cm will most likely be cancerous. If I were your treating doctor, I would first evaluate in detail the extent of the disease, with the help of examination, chest X-ray, ultrasound of the abdomen. Once confirmed that the condition is limited to the breast, her treatment options will involve surgery, ... | |
Is the pregnancy viable as per the following ultrasound report?
Had an ultrasound on 11 may 2018. Accoring to sonograph i am approx 6 week pregnant with empty gestational sac of 1.22cm. According to Lmp i shud be 7.4 weeks. My gestational sac was intrauterine.. i hav a retroverted uterus. I very worried. Is my pregnan... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.I can understand your concern.Usually by 6 weeks of gestational age, gestational sac can be seen in trans abdominal ultrasound and fetal heart can be seen by around 7 weeks.As your ultrasound showing 6 weeks only, there is po... | |
What causes pain outside right knee?
I have pain on the outside of my right knee when I am running especially. Sometimes while I am walking it feels fine but then the pain starts flaring up again. I know it's internal but if the area is touched it feels like there is a bruise there, though no bruise is visible. What ... | Hello,I think the origin of the pain might be the lateral meniscus tear which is on the outside part of the knee and it may give you locking clicking of the knee. Usually, once the meniscus is torn it does not heal as it is a tissue without many blood vessels. If it has been for a long time and is bothering your daily ... | |
Suggest remedy for pain and lump in belly button
Hi, I went to the doctors as I had pain in my belly button and I thought deeper, plus have a pea size lump inside my belly button on the right hand side deep inside it. My doctor recommended I have and ultrasound and the results are only showing soft tissue, they say n... | Welcome to Health care magic.1. Your history and symptoms suggest like hernia - and ultrasound was the investigation of choice.2.There might be very small defect which could not be detected on the ultrasound.3.CT -computer tomography might be helpful to detect the anterior abdominal wall defect. 4.And try avoiding the ... | |
What to do for the pain above my right hip bone?
Hello. I am experiencing a dull pain above my right hip bone - in the fleshy part of abdomen area - feels like bruise, but nothing is there - when I press it, it is hard to the touch - when I lay on my right side, hurts quite a bit. I am a hashimoto s disease/hypothyroi... | Hello,Thank you for asking your query at healthcare magic.In order to give a definite and focused answer I want to know more about the pain-exact location of pain-radiation of pain to other parts of body-when did the symptoms start-any fever-any mass noted in the area of pain-vomiting-constipation/diarrhea-urinary symp... | |
Not getting conceived. What treatment should be done for infertility?
hi doctor , age : 25 Married : yes, around 2 years problem : am not getting conceived | Hi Seema Welcome to HealthcareMagic If you are not conceiving even after regular unprotected intercourse then you should consult a gynecologist. You and your husband both need to undergo thorough evaluation to know the cause of infertility and if found it needs to be corrected..Wish you all the best for the treatment. ... | |
How to stabilize Norepinephrine of about 698?
I have a high release of norepinephrine. It should be no more than 500 and my level is 698. I have fibromyalgia and my doctor says I have lupus and have to see a specialist. I am high anxiety, cry all the time, sleep deprived yet weak and exhausted. What is the usual treat... | Hi,norephinephrine level indicate stress levels your features suggestive of fibromyalgia, but this is also common in lupus.I want to know the titre to confirm it.high CRP is indicating inflammation, your features are not very helpful to make a diagnosis, you need to see a rheumatologist to make a clear cut diagnosistak... | |
Suggest treatment for a wound on the finger caused by hitting
I fell a week ago and hit my hand it got blue from my ring finger to my wraist bu t about halfway from my wraist to my pinkie finger i had a knot come upand cover about 1 1/2 inch by 1 1/2 inch but now went to about 1/.2 inch by 1/2 inch and feels funny an... | Hello and thank you for your question.It sounds like you had a hematoma or large bruise that is now resolving. It is good that it is getting smaller. You can use some warm compresses on it and eventually it should go away completely.Regards,Dr. Robinson | |
Q. What do shaky hands and numb toes while walking point to?
Hi doctor, I had my first appointment with a neurologist this week. I am a 21 year old student. The past several years I have been dealing with shaky hands, worse on my left side, that has continuously gotten worse. I also have hypothyroidism and had hoped t... | Hello. Your history is suggestive of neurological issues with very less possibility of anxiety. Following are the possibilities that I can think of : Now to help you better, I need following answers from you. Please think in detail and answer : Have you ever been admitted in hospital for vomiting? Or ever received any ... | |
Q. What is the advisable frequency for taking Ipill after unprotected sex?
Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex a week back and took an I-pill within 24 hours. He did not cum inside me but still, for protection, I took the pill. Five days later, the condom broke, although he did not cum inside me, I am not sure of how ... | Hello. If you have taken Ipill after first intercourse activity and it was taken properly, in proper dose and timings without vomiting, then actually ovulation or fertilization would have stopped already for this cycle. By rule, no need to take another pill if still, no bleeding is there after the previous pill. But if... | |
Can diagnosis of MS and corticobasal ganglion degeneration be actually stroke?
My son was hit in the head three years ago with a tree limb causing his first seizure. Now at age 38 he doesn t use but can his right hand. He just recently went to the doctor an they diagnosed him with having MS. However then sent him to a... | I read your question and I understand your concern.To be honest I am very puzzled by your story, especially the corticobasal ganglion degeneration (CBG) part. CBG typically presents around the age of 60. The youngest ever documented case has manifested at the age of 34 (I rechecked before answering just to be sure). So... | |
Suggest remedy for severe pain in palate and right front tooth
I am experiencing fairly severe pain in my palate, right front tooth and up in to the septum. I had an xray done last week and the dentist did not express concern of any infection, but I am beginning to doubt that. I originally, about 3 weeks ago, thought ... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The pain in the palate, front tooth can be because of the tooth infection. Consult a good oral physician and get a radiograph done to confirm the diagnosis. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, the tooth can be treated with root canal treatment. If i am your treating do... | |
Why my SGOT level is high?
Good morning Dr. I am 37, nearly 38 years old. 5'3 tall and 142 lbs. I have no problem with health except for my moorens ulcer which was dignose 5 years ago. I have been with 8 Doctors here in the Philippines but they said there is no cure for this. Just two weeks ago I had my medical check ... | Hi,Thanks for asking.Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. Age cause only a mild increase in SGOT levels.2. Diet containing hepatotoxins like alcohol etc and medications can cause increased SGOT levels.3. Followup after a month. If SGOT levels are within this range not to worry. It it crosses more than 100, ... | |
What factors cause left ventricular thickening?
What are some other possible factors that cause left ventricular thickening other than hypertension? I am in good health (other than some ankle ortho problems) and was recently told this by my cardiologist's nurse. Trying to do some homework before I meet with my cardi... | HelloWelcome to Healthcare Magic.I can certainly understand your concerns and have worked through your query in detail.Left ventricular hypertrophy is primarily due to elevated blood pressure over a long period of time.This will mainly cause increased external workload on the heart against which it has to pump blood to... | |
What causes nausea ans faint feeling all over body?
This morning, I woke up and felt fine. After a cup of coffee, I felt some nausea but it passed. Shortly after, I felt very faint and had lost all color, my eye was twitching but causing me to physically jerk my right side of body. I didn t feel totally present in my ... | Hello,Yes, you should see your Doctor for these symptoms since these persist. Food poisoning, stomach flu, etc. may cause such issues.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical | |
Does Budecort help with asthma in a child?
my daughter is having allergic asthma the dr. said tht she should be given budecort for 6 months even than u can not say whether it will effect or not what shuld i do ? she is taking budecort right now twice a day | Hello.Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your daughter's history.I would like to ask you a few more questions - What is her age? Since how long she has been having asthma? What are her symptoms? Does she have any other allergies/nose symptoms? etc.I would like to make following suggestions for you:1. Budecort i... | |
Is it normal for fever to return when diagnosed with coxsackie in infant?
My10 month old son was diagnosed with coxsackie on Monday. He had a low grade fever Friday through Sunday and on Sunday came down with a rash all over his body, except for his hands and feet! He had no fever Monday or Tuesday. Today (Wed) he i... | Coxsackie viruses are RNA viruses that may cause hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD). HFMD usually occurs in children but can occur in adults. The majority of HFMD infections are self-limited, so no treatment is required.Clinically, blisters that are painful usually on the hands, feet, and mouth in a child with fever ... | |
What does my CT scan suggest and its treatment?
my son 13 years old was complaining often for vomitting and stomach pain, so i consult a local doctor who advised me to carry CT scan of abdomen, the result of CT scan is:- "CT scan findings are sugegstive of hypodense lymphnodes in mesentery in the right iliac fossa.... | Hi....please do not worry. What the CT scan suggests and what your kid is having is mesenteric lymphadenitis.This is not a disease by itself. Any minor stomach infection can cause this enlargement of lymph nodes.I suggest you see your pediatrician or pediatric gastroenterologist for this.Treatment includes only pain ki... | |
Suggest treatment for lump in the testicle area
Ive had a lump in my testical area for almost 4 years now. Ive seen about 4 different doctors and had ultra sounds and cat scans but know one can seem to see it. Its very visible after a hot shower but im hard to examine in the dr. office. It seems to me that its in my s... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It looks really shocking .4 doctors and CT scan couldn't diagnose it? Why can't you take few pictures and show your urologist when you feel the same. Very difficult to comment without seeing. Hope I have answered your query. ... | |
What causes tiredness and lack of concentration?
hello dr. i am SOIKAT age 18 years and i am feeling and i am unfit becoz of following points i observed:- 1.i get tired quickly during physical work like playing cricket. 2.while making sex with my partner i cannot satisfy her and get over within 1 min. 3.i cannot conce... | hi dear,what ever you describes may be due to you have depression. but for depression to diagnose detail history and mental status examination is necessary.is there any other symptoms like sleep disturbance, appetite disturbance, easy irritability, negative thoughts, low mood, loss of interest in work etc.....for satis... | |
Could the wheezing and breathlessness be due to the lump under the nipple?
About 6 months ago I developed fatigue and wheezing. I am 67 with a history of cardiac problems. I was born with Fallot s Tetralogy which was corrected in 1964 in Bristol. It was very successful and I have had nearly 50 years of almost complete... | HiI would advise you to do a PET scan.If any space occupying lesion is found then biopsy has to be done to rule out cancer. | |
Q. What is my doppler test taken for erectile dysfunction showing?
Hello doctor, I have ED and I have taken penile doppler test as per my urologist advice. But he did not confirm any physical problem with me but the doppler test result says there is artery insufficiency. Below is the impression from the doppler test. ... | Hi. Coming back to your query, I had seen your doppler report (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your peak systolic velocity on right side is below normal. Have you tried any drugs / medicines before? For how long you are having ED? Diabetic or hypertensive? Morning or nocturnal erections? | |
Information on the fact that ammonia poisoning can cause liver damage, extreme hair loss, mental confusion
Today in St John s Newfoundland there is a bizzare criminal case where a petite young girl age 35 robbed ten stores in a row without violence or injury totally out of character for her usual, mother of one, kind ... | Hello there! thank you for asking, Liver modifies ammonia to urea thus detoxifies it. Ammonia is lipid solube and it crossess brain, so yes this ammonia cause encephalopathy and alopecia. But if the stimulus is not persistent . liver caan compensate by regeneration, Rest i didnt get what to say about prison and robber... | |
Suggest remedy for a blocked artery
my brother has a blocked artery that they cannot break through it or open it up with the balloon. The doctors stated that the calcium deposit was to hard and they mentioned they were going to try and treat him with medicene. What type of medicene would that be and would it disolve t... | Hi,Welcome.This is Dr Sameer.Chronically blocked artery (CTO) is blockage which is present from a long time & calcium deposits on it making it very hard. This is very hard to open. Maximum times collateral small blood vessels develope near to bypass blood.When it is not penetrable, we put patient on medical therapy. Th... | |
Q. I can see new moles on my face, chest, back and neck. What to do?
Hi doctor, I am 30 years old. I can see a lot of new moles on my face, chest, back, and neck. Two to three of them are slightly asymmetrical too. All the moles are less than 5 mm. Please suggest. | Hi. I have read the query and seen the pictures attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity). These moles look normal. If there is any sudden change in size, shape, pigmentation, or any bleeding, then a dermoscopic examination or biopsy can be done by your local dermatologist. Avoid going out in sunlight, ... | |
What causes increased calcium level in blood?
My husband suffers (extremely) from pseudo gout. What caused too much calcium in the blood & is there anything other than prescription meds to help get rid of, or prevent this? It is getting to be almost a weekly occurrence. His joints are becoming permanently damaged. | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. In psedogout calcium pyrophosphate crystals are deposited in your joint space and causing pain and inflammation. He should take anti inflammatory plus analgesic drug. He should search for the cause of high calcium level loke hyper para thyroid f... | |
What causes penetrating pain along right side of head after taking wisdom tooth?
i'hv got all the 4 ov my wisdom tooth pulled out 2 days ago...pain has lessened but my face has swelled up like a pumpkin and i do feel penetrating pain along the right side of my head moving upwards.and i am told not to eat hot and solid... | Thanks for using Health Care Magic.Read your query.The pain and the swelling will gradually subside .I would advice your to continue the medicine pain killers and antibiotic prescribed by the surgeon correctly.Do not apply hot bag externally , though you can apply cold compress intermittently.Do saline gargling ,but no... | |
What are chances of pregnancy after unprotected sex for very short time?
Hi, last week I had food poisoning, on the 19th and 20th of December I had mild diarrhea and then on the 21st I was vomiting. On the 22nd I was fine all day until later when I ate dairy and vomited. The day after that, I felt completely fine. I a... | Hello dearI understand your concernDo not worryChance of the pregnancy is nil as you are on the regular use of Levlen EC it is low dose combined oral contraceptive pill and is used as an effective means of birth control to prevent unwanted pregnancy.It has just 0.5-1 % failure rate.Avoid stress, take healthy diet, dri... | |
Elevated SGPT. Means to lower it?
my sgpt is 158, can you please help me how to lower this, i m not alcholic so i m confused why it is elevated, and most of my lab results are normal and only the sgpt i m worried...and a few months ago my sgpt is only 47 and now it s 158, and i m also confused why my sgpt have differe... | Hello,davetest59, Causes of elevated SGPT enzyme are many. If all other liver tests are normal, including Alkaline Phosphatase, Bilirubin, LDH,SGOT, then we have to think about some medications or some supplements that you may be taking. Overweight people also tend to have elevated enzymes due to fatty changes in the l... | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late ... | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they shou... | |
Cancer patient with decreased level in cal125. Prescribed hycamtin.Any natural diet to decrease cal125 level?
I want to ask that my grandmother is suffering from cancer and has completed one cycle of chemotherapy. Her ca125 level decreased to 38. But now doctor advised her to eat medicine hycamtin. But there are no go... | Hi, Hycamtin is topotecan , a chemotherapy. Probably your grandmother has ovarian cancer. Treatment history in detail should have been mentioned. In treatment of ovarian cancer first line treatment is generally platin based chemotherapy after surgical removal of tumor. CA-125 is a marker to detect the cancer and it is ... | |
Does surgery on shoulder and lower back cause fatigue?
I was in an ATV accident about 3.5 weeks ago, I had surgery on my elbow, road rash ony shoulder and lower back, a hematoma on my left buttock and a dislocated clavicle, is it normal for me to be fatigued most of the time, I m experiencing several periods during th... | Hi, In my opinion, it is not normal to be fatigued most of the time following this kind of injury. I suggest you join an aggressive rehabilitation programme to take care of your fatigue. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Gopal Goel, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
Can i take carofit plus for hyperpigmentation inspite of my allergy to Vit A?
Hi doc I m 29 years old lady. I have took a treatment 4 years back for hyperpigmentation at that time I got allergic to vit a supplements than I stopped the treatment but my problem of hyperpigmentation remain the same.can I now take carofit... | If you have once allergy to a particular substance, chances are that you may still be allergic to it now. It`s better you avoid it or use it under supervision of your doctor. | |
Can teeth problem lead to headache?
Hi My name is Kaelah. I never brushed my teeth that well when I was a child. Sad thing is that now I have 3 broke teeth, and the dentist told me that I had to surgery. When i went to the doctor they told me to see a dentist, and now i had formed headaches as well as pain and a lump ... | Hi,Thanks for posting the query, Yes this could be related, sometimes the pain in the tooth can spread to the surrounding areas.I would suggest you to get a checkup done for the broken tooth take an OPG radiograph, and plan for the treatment.Take tab augmentin TDS and tab aceclofenac TDS for 5 days.At home take anti... | |
Suggest remedies for hysteric behavior of my mother in law
my mother-in-law always tries to blackmail that she will commit suicide if we not agree to what she says.she acts like hystrica if we do something wwhich she does not agree.i and my husband always lead as she wants because of fear that she do something to hers... | Your mother in law is having border line personality. She needs some behavioral therapy and counselling sessions. Some drugs like olanzapine will help a lot to overcome this problem. Visit a psychiatrist for these drugs. Hope my answer helped you. Take care | |
What is the treatment to increase the penis size?
hi am not gonna say my name but i am 16 years old i had sex allredy i am 255 pounds i am 5feet 10 nd my pennis is really small i sayabout 3 inches when itz hard does being fat have anything to do cuz i have fat around my pennis is like where ur pubik gairs are its all ... | Hello,It may be due to performance anxiety. For that you may require testosterone level, lipid profile, electrocardiogram after physician consultation. Till then you can take tablet sildenafil one hour before sexual act. Along with that avoid stress. Take proper rest and balanced diet Hope I have answered your query.. ... | |
Will light spotting after being 3 hrs late on a pill one time count as period?
My girlfriend has been on the pill for a few months now, she was about 3 hours late on a pill ONE TIME and had light spotting the next day. Will this count as her period? She is worried that she is going to miss her period due to pregnancy ... | Hi,Welcome to Health care magic forum. There is no problem of of having a pill late by 3 hours. If at all taken 24 hours also can have protection. The reason for the spotting in the middle may be due to the anemia, and infection. Take more of green leafy vegetab... | |
Suggest possible tests to confirm pregnancy
Hi, I just had my period from the 10th to the 15th. I had sex with my boyfriend protectively on 16th and unprotected on the 18th. On the 20th I went to get the morning after pill and the nurse told me I was pregnant. I told a ultrasounds today and nothing is there. Am I preg... | Hallow Dear,There is a lot of misconception.Firstly, if you had menses from 10th to 15th, 18th is the day 8 of your cycle. The fertile window usually lies between day 10 to day 20 of the cycle (see below). So the chances of becoming pregnant are very remote. Moreover, it is impossible for the nurse to diagnose a pregna... | |
Suggest medication to boost the healing process of a foot surgery
I had foot surgery at the first of the month . I was wanting to know if there was any way to speed the healing process . I had a plate put in with 8 screws and what is called a syndesmosis screw I believe . Which has to be removed in another surgery . I... | HiWelcome to healthcaremagicI have gone through your query and understand your concern. You will be helped by vitamin B complex, vitamin c, calcium and vitamin D Supplements . Nutritional and balanced diet is also helpful. You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarific... | |
What causes tremors despite a normal metabolic panel?
My daughter takes lamictal and haldal for 1.5 years. Within past year, She trembled, fell down and can not get up twice and has to go to emergency room. The last emergency room visit was on Sept 24, this year. She also had neurologist follow up. Her metabolic panel... | Hello,Yes, it could be from the Haldol. It has movement disorder side effects. Please tell her Haldol prescriber about these issues.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Kathy Robinson | |
What causes severe swelling and pain on one side of face post double jaw surgery?
I have recently had double jaw surgery and was discharged home with paracetamol, ibuprofen and cholotexidene. I was re-admitted with severe swelling and pain on one side. I found out that I should have been given diflophenic to take a... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The swelling and pain can be because of the hematoma or infected hematoma. Nothing to be panic, consult a oral and maxillofacial surgeon and get it evaluated. Mean while you can give alternative cold and hot fomentation over the swelling. You can take antiinflammato... | |
Will thyroid medicines cause dry skin?
I have very dry skin on my legs and have recently noticed freckle like skin on my thighs. I also have these weird skin growths on my legs and feet. They are slightly raised and sometimes I can peel them off. What is this? I have slow thyroid and take medication, so my thoughts ar... | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The dry skin can be related to hypothyroidism. The dryness of hypothyroid skin results from decreased eccrine gland secretion. I suggest to check the thyroid hormone levels for further evaluation. Hope my answer was helpful.If you have further queries feel ... | |
What causes swelling of lymph node in neck and lump under chin?
Hi, i just had a severe lung infection and got over it a few days ago. I also have asthma. Today I found a swollen lymph node on the right side of my neck, and a massive lump under my chin just above the hyoid bone. It is painful to tilt my head back. My ... | welcome to Health care magic.1.Lymph nodal enlargement is seen in case of infection / inflammatory causes / underlying systemic diseases / malignancies.2.Before treating the lymph nodal mass, one will always look in to the cause and try to treat it.3.Howevere if the lump is painful and causing discomfort / cosmetic pro... | |
Fell, upper back hurt, pain in chest too. What could be wrong?
i fell the the stairs like 3 months ago and my upper back hurts really bad whenever i try to tilt my neck to see somethin behing me and it hurts alot when i laydown.... im scared that with time i can end up paralized. The upper back pain gets bad when my b... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. From your description it seems to be a muscular spasm. Sometimes such spasms do take time to heal. You can take mild pain killers in combination with a muscle relaxant for relief. Dong a hot fomentation regularly will also help. I hope this information has been both informative and help... | |
Could sinus problems and weight gain be due loette pill and venifaxine?
Hello my name is jodie . I have been suffering from constant sinus issues for the last 3 months i have also noticed a noticeable wight gain. I have been taking loette pill now for 7 months and also venifaxine for 3 month . could this be side effec... | Hi,Weight gain is a common side effect of Loette pills and venlafaxine. Use of both Venlafaxine (anti-depressant) and Loette pill (combined oral contraceptive pill) has been associated with weight gain which appears to be due to fluid retention, lack of exercise, increased appetite, or other factors. These two drugs a... | |
Q. Please suggest tablet for better and longer intercourse.
Hello doctor, I am married and I am 33 years old. I have erection problem. Sometimes, I get good erection, but it lasts only for two minutes. I did consult a sexologist. He told I am normal and I also checked my sperm count, which is normal too. My work life ... | Hi. I can understand your situation. Revert back with the asked details to a sexologist online --> | |
Suggest treatment for knee swelling
I have injured the same knee 2 times in the past couple of months both because I fell in my living room on my right knee. It was getting better but then I bumped into a living room table and fell on the right knee again and it is still hurting and is swollen on the lower right knee ... | Hello,Thanks for the query.Consult an orthopaedician and plan for an MRI scan.Wishing all the best.Thanks | |
Is mastrubation safe with pre-puberty penis?
Is it okay to masturbate with a pre-puberty penis?not gotten deeper, and my penis has not grown and i have masturbated before, with little amount of ejaculation and i wanted to know if its okay to masturbate with a pre-puberty penis (2 and a half inches when ... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. There is no problem in masturbating. But, in layman knowledge, if you are able to masturbate and ejaculate, even though very little, you have already achieved puberty! Who says no. Puberty means sexual maturity. Your body is a... | |
Suggest treatment for severe back pain
my L4 vertebrae is missing and I in bad pain i have been having back pain for at least 5 yeas and now its at the point that i am in pain all the time the only thing that even seems to help is laying flat on my back with me knees up other then that position i am in horrible pain m... | Hi,From history it seems that due to severe degenerative changes in lumbar spines particularly L4 might be giving this pinched nerve pressure problem.There might be having acute PID ( prolapse inter vertebral disc ) giving Sciatica pain.Go for x-ray lower spines.Consult orthopedic urgeon and get examined.After proper d... | |
What causes red blemishes on legs, stomach and feet and sneezing?
My 2 yr old daughter has red blemishes on her legs stomachs feet and arms the blemishes have bumpy white spots in them formed in groups . She s been quite snotty sneezing and coughing this past week also been sick sleeping a lot aswell what do you think... | Thank you for posting your question.Rashes over body along with other symptoms like sneezing, running nose, cough etc. most probably indicate a viral infection. Most of the viral infections can present with mild rashes similar to the description that you have given. In such cases, nothing needs to be done except applic... | |
Suggest treatment for hypochromic microcytic anemia with anisopoikilocytosis
i have 50 years old menopause with no history of any bleeding my Hb is 10 gm and i have hypochromic microcytic anemia with anisopoikilocytosis . What is the possible cause and what is the best treatment.?N.B :I eat everything and I am not a... | Hi,Microcytic hypochromic anemia is common in females due to iron deficiency. Looking at your history, if menstrual loss is ruled out, I can think of three other causes.1. Bleeding from other places like gut - stomach or intestinal bleeding. - look for dark color of stools or is it blood tinged2.parasitic infections of... | |
Q. LMP was noted mistakenly 10 days later than the actual LMP. Will it affect NT test result?
Hello doctor, My menstrual date was on the 4th of the previous month, and I got married in the same month. This my pregnancy test becomes positive and during my abdominal scan doctor said that my baby's NT rate is 3.17 and th... | Hello. I have seen your reports. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). During the first scan, your baby was 11 weeks and the NT (nuchal translucency) was 3.17. That was a high value but it has been seen in nine out of ten babies with thickness 2.5-3.5 mm at 11 weeks will be normal. The next scan shows your... | |
How to get cured from tibia fracture with food nutrients?
my wife is gone for tibia bone fracture on left leg on 25.04.2012 & got surgery on 30.04.2012. now she started walking with walker but due to poor bone density & feeling pain while walking she is very much depressed. so how long she will take to recover. what n... | Hello, As it looks that the mineralisation of the bone is too weak. Having good milk and milk products in a day and taking sunbath will be useful. As both calcium and vitamin D is needed for bones to become stronger post-surgery. Also, I think that the surgeon who operated must have provided some Vitamin D3 supplement ... | |
What causes burning sensation during ejaculation?
Hi Doctor, I have under gone surgery for removal of stones in my Kidney on 29th Mar 2012. Stents were removed on 17th April 2012. Since then I had sex with my wife three times. While ejecting, I am feel burning sensation & somewhat flow is not proper. Now my erection c... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You might have developed chronic urethritis. Consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. You may take s course of antibiotic like Ofloxacin and Alkaliser syrup. Take plenty of water. Stop anxiety... | |
On and off cramps like that of menstrual, no periods, fluttering in lower abdomen. What is going on ?
I am a 44 year old female. My last period was May16, 2013. I have been experiencing what seems like menstral cramps on and off for the last 2 months but no period. During this same time, almost everything I eat makes ... | hi...you have irregular menstruation and pain abdomen with bloated sensation..you are nearing to menaupause, that could be the reason for irregular menstruation..pain abdomen and bloated sensation is due to the cholecystectomy, that will lead to fat intolerance, so you need to restrict fat intake and increase protein a... | |
Abdominal bloating, cramping, migraine, tiredness. Taken Plan B after having unprotected sex. Help
Hi i have been having abdominal bloating and cramping some what on and off but mostly on the past week im tired and irritable all the time and yesterday i got a migrane. I have been getting a slight sore throat that only... | Hi there,Ideally Plan B should be taken within 72 hours after unprotected intercourse. In your case you took it 4 days later; which means plan B could be ineffective.However, if your menstrual cycles are usually regular, the chances of pregnancy is less if you had your periods from may 18-may 21 and intercourse on may ... | |
Will the limp node near the neck be cured by medicine or by surgery?
sir, I have limp node on the left side of neck, after test it comes that it is a node of tb. Doctor has advice me to take "forecox tablet two daily for two month. Should I continue with it or someone told me that It has to be operate. Please suggest... | Hello,If you get the TB treated then the nodes should resolve. Make sure that you are seeing a doctor that specializes in treatment of tuberculosis so that you get the best treatment possible.Regards | |
Have had diarrhea. Loose and mucus filled. Type 2 diabetic. Related?
I have had diarrhea now for 8 weeks. I go between 5-8 times per day and its very loose and mucusy. I have been on codeine to help the diarrhea which helps and the mucus stops but recently i have been on antibiotics for 10 days for cystitis , my diarr... | Since you had antibiotics for 10 days your bacterial flora in the intestine may be affected which helps in the re absorption of water from the stools. So what you can try is stop codeine and take some probiotics available in your home or you can get it from your family doctor. Since you dont have fever or abdominal... | |
Suggest treatment for severe lower back pain
Hi doc. I have a severe lower back pain. I have difficulty in seating long hours, standing up and even when lying down, it s very painful. Putting pillow against my back would comfort for sometime but when i move pain is there. It also hurts when i bend my knees. I took mef... | HiThank you for asking HCM.I have gone through your query. Your problem can be most likely Lumbago. This usually comes due to overstraining of back muscles. Wrong positions while you are working or due to overloading of spine. For such condition in my patients I would suggest taking muscle relaxants like thiocolchicosi... | |
Suggest treatment for recurring chest pain
Dear Doctor, I am male, having age of 52 years, non smoker and non diabetic. My family history is positive for I.H.D. according to coronary angio 2006 only ramous is 80% blockage. I am using Tenormin 100 OD, Clipdogral 75 mg daily, sustac 6.4 twice, disprin cv OD, Tablet Lip... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.Since you are already taking cardiac drugs, we should first rule out coronary artery disease (CAD) for your chest pain. So consult cardiologist and get done blood pressure monitoring, ecg, 2d echo and stress test (trade mill test).If all these a... | |
Suggest treatment for lump in the bridge of nose
I have a lump about 2 cm long and 2mm wide from the bridge of my nose to beginning of my eyebrow. At first I thought it was one of those annoying under the skin spots but I tried popping it and nothing comes out. It s sort of solid but i can move it around a little: tou... | Hi,From history it seems that you might be having sebaceous cyst.Consult surgeon and get it excised with sac.Ok and take care. | |
What causes tender lump above tooth?
I have a very tender lump above my front right tooth inside the bottom of my nostril. It's become larger and more painful over the last few days and when I push on it I can feel pressure. Any idea what this might be? I have an appointment at the endo on Tuesday but its really worry... | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern.Thanks for your concern . The lump Above the tooth is periapical abscess . This occur when infection travel through the tooth and form beside the gum and reach the root of the tooth . This infection form pus there and sometimes make opening through the gum for drainage... | |
Suggest medication for cough which is choking the throat
Sir, I m facing an acute problem relating of formation of cough due to which throat seems to be chocked nd repeatedly have an urge to clear the throat. while sleeping at night the nostrils get blocked nd thus results in breating problem nd lots of snoring occurs... | Hello,You have mucus hypersecretion. It is mostly seen with bronchitis. And for this, N acetylcysteine (NAC) should be started. NAC is a pulmonary mucolytic, expectorant and anti-inflammatory drug. So it will dilute the secretions and make them easy to cough out. Quit smoking if you are a smoker. Do warm water gargles ... | |
Suggest treatment for frequent bowel movement in a 5 months old
I moved to Australia 2 weeks back. My 5 month old who s on formula since birth has more bowel movements since we v arrived.He is not dehydrated but doing it 8-10 times a day. I m giving boiled tap water and also changed his formula . Is it normal and for ... | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query your child have symptoms of frequent bowel movement. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like irritable bowel syndrome , lactose intolerance , constipation , gastroenteritis , giardiasis , muscle strain or food poisoning... | |
What causes burning pain in the legs?
I wasn t getting out of the car today and when I put my foot down my foot and ankle mainly too portion had a burst of pain and it was a burning pain it s not swollen but still hurts and I am starting to feel it shoot up to my knee.. have a sprained it? | Dear patient ankle sprain is the first possible cause of your pain. Was any twisting of ankle at the time of landing of foot? if yes ankle sprain is possibility. Treatment is rest to ankle by wearing ankle binder and avoiding weight on involved ankle. Start tab zerodol sp twice a day for 5 days. keep ankle elevated at... | |
What causes unstability while walking and body jerks while sleeping?
i feel unstability on my head and body during walking and sometimes during sitting on chair and working on laptop and sometimes during movement of head is xet cr 12.5 is ok for me i feel jerk in ,my body while ... | Hello!Welcome on HCM!I carefully read your question and would like to exaplain that your symptoms could be related to an inner ear disorer. Xet cr 12.5 can be helpful in such cases. But, if you do not feel relieved after a month on this medication, I would recommend consulting with an ENT specialist for a physical exam... | |
What causes dark stinky stool?
My daughter, now over 3 1/2 years old, has always had light yellow brown stool that is very stinky and on the loose side. It smells a bit like bleach at times. She has tested negative for dairy, corn and wheat allergies. She likes to put everything in her mouth and licks and chews things... | HI...if she is growing well and achieving all her developmental milestones normally you need not worry. If her birth weight and her current weight are normal, you need not worry. So you need not test for anything.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
What causes chest pain and nausea after stopping sensipar for hemodialysis?
I am an 11 year hemodialysis patient treated with Sensipar and Hectorol, My doctor took me off of long term, 7 years, 90 mg. Sensipar, b/c my iPTH was 142. This is the second time he has done this for low PTH and I am really feeling horrid wit... | Hello and welcome to HCM.As an Urologist, i can understand your concern.You should know that,both Sensipar and Hectorol,are being given, to control the hyperparathyroidism,usually seen in people on dialysis.You should be considering a kidney transplant,which is the best option. Check Hb,creatinine,sodium,potassium,calc... | |
Tell me the progression from a simple throat infection to renal desease
she was diagnosed w/ group A beta hemolytic streptococcal infection that led to the development of acute glomerulo nephritis How did this progress from throat infection to renal desease I have an 11 year old girl who is in end-stage renal disease ... | IT IS BECAUSEW OF THE AUTOIMMNUNE PROCEESS. BETA STREPTOCOCCI CAUSES ANTIBODIES AND THE BACTERIA CAN DAMAGE THE KIDNEY MEMBRANE CALLED BASEMENT MEMBRANE AND THEN ONGOING DAMGE BC OF THE SELF DEFENSE MECHANISM TURNED ON BY THE BACTERIA ,MORE YOU CAN READ AT THE ET BY ANTI GBM DISEASE WISH HER HEALTH TC | |
Stomach ache, nausea, vomiting and swelling in the abdomen. Liver function test showing high ALT levels. Why?
I had liver function tested as part of my yearly physical, my ALT ( SGPT )was 24. For no reason in one day I had extreme stomach ache, nausea , vomiting and swelling of my abdomen. Three weeks later I had bloo... | It was an episode of hepatitis. Not much is wrong with your liver at present. Liver heals very fast | |
What causes elevated PSA level post radiation treatment?
My father-in-law had prostate cancer 20 years ago and had radiation pellets which made him outlive everyone else in his study. We just learned his PSA is now at an 8 and we re heading to him, but can you tell me what exactly that high a number means? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Definitely first you should consult the doctor. If that result does not show progressive disease then, maybe the increased level is due to radiation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Q. Can Yasmin birth control pill be used as an emergency contraceptive pill?
Hello doctor, My fiancee and I had unprotected sex a few days back, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Just to be on the safer side, we wanted to use the emergency contraceptive pill. But due to some restriction in the country where we live,... | Hi. How are you doing? Yes, as you have heard, Yasmin can be used as an emergency pill. Even if you have not ejaculated into her, she stands a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in contact with her genitals. As soon as ... | |
Is it normal to experience weakness after taking Rozavel for cholesterol?
Thanks Doctor. I am 71 yrs.old. I was prescribed Rozavel F. My cholesterol is 254 mg. After taking this tablet for 10 days I felt weakness in the body. Should I continue this tablet. I think it may be due to some side effects. Please advise me. | Hi,Suggestive of Rozavel-F induced side effects. Rozavel-F is a combination of rosuvastatin and fenofibrate commonly prescribed the treatment of combined hyperlipidemia (high blood cholesterol and triglycerides).Based on the history you seem to have developed symptoms suggestive of myopathy apparently caused by Rozavel... | |
Suggest remedy for swelling in the face during mouth ulcer
My mother is 65 years old for last 3 months she was suffering from saviour mouth ulcer in her mouth. Now she is ok,But now only little white spot are left. The doctor suggested for below mention medicine:- ENDOXAN (50mg). WYSOLONE(10mg) ATARAX(10mg) DOMSTALMPS... | Hi Gurpreet Singh, Please note face swelling is unrelated to mouth ulcer. Your mother is put on steroid therapy by the doctor. Changes in steroid hormones levels in the body leads to swelling of face. If you can send me your mother's clinical picture along with lab reports, I shall advise you exactly. Regarding mouth ... | |
What could cause high BP?
56 Yrs,163 CM / 5' 3 " , 70 Kgs. Everything normal except By 130 / 90 now.During check up it was 150 /100 and doctor advised me to have Nebistar daily one for 30 days.If i take it , should I have continue life long or i can discontinue after a dose. | Hello and thank you for using HCM.I carefully read your question and I understand your concern. I will try to explain something and give you my opinion.We talk about hypertension if we have mean values that exceeds 140/90 mmHg.The hypertension is divided in two groups : the essential hypertension without an identifiabl... | |
Is adderall medicine for a child with down s syndrome appropriate?
Just wondering your thoughts on prescribing adderall for a child with Down s syndrome. No hyperactivity present but she is severely impulsive with safety concerns such as bolting. She is almost 7 years old. Developmental pediatrician recommends trial o... | DearWelcome to HCMWe understand your concernsI went through your details. Down syndrome is a set of physical and mental traits caused by a gene problem that happens before birth. Adderall is usually prescribed for ADHD related attention deficit problems. Your doctor could be suspecting the attention deficit part in you... | |
When should i take a pregnancy test?
i was on dupaston for 15 days since my ovulation till 27th oct. my periods were due on 26th oct. wen shud i take the pregnancy test?i m also having periods-like symptoms like pain in abdomen and vagina. i am desperate to get the pregnancy test done but fear disappointment.thnks | Hi,You are on Dupaston from ovulation to till 27th date. It contain progesterone and help in implantation and pregnancy. You have to go for urine pregnancy test when your period will delay by more than 7 days from expected period date. Pregnancy test will give false negative result in first 7 days of missed period. I w... | |
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? T... | 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 coc... | |
Suggest treatment for shivering and shaking after treated strep
Hi i'm 11. Last night I woke up FREEZING- shivering, too.2 weeks ago I had strep, it only sort of went away. So, I forced myself to go back to sleep. I woke up one hours later, shivering and shaking even more. I went to my mom. She hanged out with me for ... | Hello,Please tell your parents to take you to a doctor today. You should not be shivering and shaking like thisRegards | |
How to reduce the facial seizures in eyes that occur due to asphyxia at birth ?
My son has epilespy this was caused by asphyxia at birth I am told that he had an injury on the brain at birth. so he has facial seizures his eyes go on the left side for some seconds to 1 minute he is 9 years and this occurs about 3 time... | HIThank for asking to the HCMI really appreciate your concern, this may not be epilepsy but this could be nerve damaged, and this condition get alright with the time as the baby grow older, if this does not reverts then MRI or CT would be suggested, but chances of correction is fairly enough, hope this information help... | |
What are the early signs of pregnancy?
I currently had intecourse about a week ago & there s a possibility that i could be pregnant. My cycle usually comes on around the 10th of each month. This morning there was a brown discharge & im sort of cramping. Does this mean im not pregnant and my cycle is coming on ? | Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion the symptoms of pregnancy like nausea,vomitings,increased urination,sore breasts start 2 weeks after missed period.The first sign is missed period.Any brown discharge or spotting before the expected period date might be due to period.Anyway if the period is missed cons... | |
Suggest treatment for enlarged pituitary gland
I have co start headaches and they keep getting worse and worse I was told I have an enlargement of the putuitary gland and I have been having these head aches for 3-4 yrs and just getting worse I do black out and feel like my vision is getting worse I have SLE and still ... | Hello. I have been through your question and understand your concern.It seems you have the signs of a Prolactin secreting pituitary gland adenoma.I recommend the following1. Serological test for hormones, especially prolactin2. visual field examination3. MRI for the sellar region4. Endocrinological consult5. Neurosurgi... | |
Could the constipation and pain in the abdomen be due to kidney stones?
Hi. I have been experiencing some pretty severe intestinal (for lack of my knowledge on what exactly to call it) distress since October. I have only had ONE normal (for me) bowel movement since mid October. It feels like I have an obstruction. My ... | Kidney stones generally will not cause any pain in relation to food. If you have pain right after eating you need to consider any alternative diagnoses also. consult a nearby surgeon for further evaluation. | |
Should navel piercing be removed if skin peels and yellow crust forms?
I had my navel pierced a year ago and recently it has started to hurt and the skin is red and peeling at the top of the bottom ball. I've also noticed when cleaning that there is a light yellow crust around the bottom ball. Should i take it out and... | Hi,Nothing to worry,At present you need not remove navel ring.Clean the part properly including inside the navel and apply antibiotic cream for few days.If problem persisted then remove navel ring.Ok and take care. | |
Suggest remedy for gout
i am a 47 year old women with high blood pressure, diabetes, copd, overweight, 350 lbs. and 5 foot 3 i have been diagnosed with gout and i have some nuropathy in my hands and feet but the worst is the swollen and inflammed and itching joints very painful can not hardly tolerate it have actually... | Hello,The symptoms seem to be related to gout. I suggest using anti-inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the pain. Cold compresses can also be helpful. To treat the gout I recommend specific treatment such as Allopurinol which is a prescription treatment.Hope I have answered your question. Let me k... | |
Is painful sore inside top lip above the gum with dark dot in the center canker sore?
I think I have a canker sore I get them with some frequency but this one is in an unusual spot for me on the top inside of my lip right above the gum near my iteeth and it is very painful and has a dark dot in the center this time is... | thanks for your query, the soreness could be because of aphthous ulcer secondary to stress or immunodeficiency or nutritional deficiencey..black spot could be foreig body or blood clot consult a oral physician for further..you can use topical anesthetics and analgesics.. i hope my answer will help you..take care.. | |
What causes repeated birth defects in fetus during pregnancy?
Hi My name is Manju living in Auckland, NZ. Its regarding my pregnancy. I conceived 3 times and ended up with 3 different types of anomalies. First one was Anencephaly, second one was single ventricle and in third heart beat stopped in 10th week.. I have un... | Hi, I think first of all do a semen analysis of your partner. Sometimes defective sperms are the reason for abnormalities. Also I think it would be a better option for you to undergo an IVF and then go for preimplantation genetic diagnosis for the embryos. The embryos which are healthy will be transferred to your uteru... | |
What causes sore on vaginal opening in a child?
My 10 year old had a bump on the outer part of her vagina, close to pubic bone. Had a fever for 3 days, went to ER and they prescribed her with medicine for an abscess. Now she broke out in a rash and complained of burning while urinating. Noticed now she has a sore on t... | Hi, Skin conditions are best diagnosed only after seeing directly. I suggest you upload photographs of the same on this website so that I can guide you scientifically. Please revert back to me with images so that I can guide you better. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care... | |
I am asthmatic,If I have second child, will that also be asthmatic ?
Hi I am 31 years old now, I have a son who is 4 years and he is diagnosed to be asthmatic. I am asthmatic since 20 years. If I have second child, will that also be asthmatic ? | Dear Patient, I totally understand your concern. As far as Asthma is concerned, its mode of inheritance is polygenetic, that means, more than one gene is responsible for inheritance of asthma from parents to children. This certainly puts the child in a higher risk group for asthma. But this DOESNOT mean the child will ... | |
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? T... | 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 coc... | |
Suggest treatment for severe hair loss
My age is 21and Am facing severe hair loss which is shocking by all for my age.I follow proper diet and no dandruff. I had earlier consulted with v care and other dermatologists still am having the same problem .They prescribed finasteride and minoxidil which I continued for the ... | I welcome your here at HCM!I feel sorry that the treatment didn't work for you. I want to clarify that you need the treatment for years long. There is no defined period of time that you will take the medicine for and then stop and all is ok. You are suffering from Androgenetic alopecia and it needs proper and long ter... | |
Can I use polysporin and hydrocortisone for rashes and bumps on face?
I have had a "rash" on my face that starts out like a red cluster of pimples that ooze a clear substance and eventually crust over and flake off. By time it "heals" enough to flake off it starts back up again. I have the spots on the ridge of my nos... | Hi,Petechia like rash on trunk is not likely related to herpes progenitalis or its treatment, acyclovir.It may be something else. It may be relwted to blood diseases or other systemic diseases.So, consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. Also fonsult the physician to know any abnormal s... | |
How to treat severe pain in arm and shoulder?
Hi, I have serve pain in my wing area of left arm and my left shoulder. I can't feel any pain if I touch my muscle. I have ulcer in my stomach and having nexium 30 mg for two months.spmetimes the pain is intolerable. I had ECG last week but it was normal too. I'm worried a... | Dear patient. Pain in that area could be due to a number of reasons.1) Pleuritic pain: If the pain is sharp and increases on expiration it could be this. I suggest a chest x-ray2) Pancreatic: If the pain is radiating to the back and severe but decreases on crouching forward it could be this. A pancreatic profile is sug... | |
Suggest remedy for pain due to kidney stones
hi , i am naushad... i had ultra sound test today because of suspecting stones in kidney but there is no stones kidney , lever , bladder. then again doctor said cum after 2 weeks for kidney observation because i have urine store in left side . they want to check my ureter. ... | Hi,You might be having a stone in left ureter (the tube connecting kidney to bladder). This might have been the cause for your left sided back pain. Usually a stone in ureter is a little difficult to visualize in ultrasound, especially if it is in the middle part of ureter (since intestines block the view). However, t... |
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