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Suggest treatment for a dent on the head
Once i was breastfeeding my baby and the cellphone i was holding fell on her head. She started to cry alot but calmed down after a minute. A little while after I noticed that there was a dent on her head (not the soft spot). My husband says that maybe she had that from birth , but could it have been caused from the cell phone falling on her head? | Hello, No, there shouldn't be a dent from the cellphone falling. If that's all there is, that can be normal. Sometimes you can feel a little 'dent' or 'groove' where the skull bones come together in a baby. As this area changes from cartilage to bone, sometimes there's a change in how it feels or a temporary depression. Once it all changes into bone, it will smooth out. If there is a bruise or a cut or the area is painful, that would be a different matter and need evaluation. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Lisa Baker, Pediatrician | |
Can ejaculating at vaginal opening cause pregnancy?
Okay, so my boyfriend and I just had unprotected sex about a week ago & I can't remember if I had my period or not, which I think I didd. I guess. But when he cummed it slid down a little to my vagina area but I wiped it off rift away and tried not to push any towrds the opening part. Do you think I could get pregnant?? or am I just being very paranoid because I'm freaking out!!P.s the doctors said I have a veryyyy low chance of having a baby because I have two openings in my utureus. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Ejaculation at the vaginal opening rarely causes pregnancy. For getting pregnant the following things are required like:• Penis should be inside the vagina.• Ejaculation should be inside the vagina.• Female should be in the fertile period (it is from 10th to 16th day of cycle). In this period chances of getting pregnant is high.So, don't worry. In your case chances of getting pregnant are very low. Relax.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Sudha Rani Panagar | |
Feeling of bugs in skin, taking medication for mental illness. Can you help?
hi my partner as got a mental illness she takes medication every day and nite for it but she keeps saying she as got bugs in her skin and keeps trying to get them out but i keep telling her there is nothing there but she keeps saying the people in her head are telling her they are i dont know what to do she wont go to a and e with me can u help me please | This condition is Delusional perceptive disorder if there is no skin infection. Please take one antipsychotic in low dose like olanzapine, trifluperazine&trihexiphenidyl combination and antidepressant like fluoxetine,escitalopram with low dose anxiolytic like clonazepam. | |
What does itchy eyes and sore throat with spots near uvula indicate?
My son (8) has bad allergies right now, itchy eyes and runny nose. He is now complaining of a sore itchy throat. When I looked in his mouth he has a cluster (the size of a dime) of little red pinpoint spots. It is on the roof of his mouth just in front of the uvula. | Hi Thank for asking to HCM. As per clinical history it appears as your son are having allergic rhinitis.If I were your son treating doctor, I would advice him Antiseptic Mouth Wash , Steam Inhalation & Steroid nasal spray with antihistamine . Your son will get relief .Certainly above treatment will give you much relief but if relief is not upto satisfaction level then consultation with your ENT doctor will become essential.Hope above information helpful to you , take care.Regards - Dr KK ( Karade ) | |
What is the treatment for depression?
i know im not feeling good and the longer i leave it the harder and worse it seems to get. i know im depressed even though i havent seen a doctor. last january i became an amphetamine user and sadly become addicted and was abusing this drug everyday for less than a year and without any help i pulled myself out of it which was hard but i feel i have lost part of myself or feel there something missing about me. i tried explaining to my friend that i felt like a different person tryin to find my old self. i have weird thoughts goin through my mind tryin to figure out a point to life and i can sit there for hours believe me. also i know im paranoid because i find it uncomfortable around places and people i dont know and i just want to leave and aroind places that arent my usual surroundings. dont like public transport anymore and tend not to leave my street becasue of this only for work which is just down the road. since just before christmas ive started with panic attacks. i just dnt know where to start because i used to have good days and bad days and just before christmas i decided to get myslef a job in a pub to help me and im still there now but im finding it hard to work their when i should of took care of myself first by gettin help as i feel worse now and this is becomming a problem | Hi dear . I had gone through your query . Depression plus drug abuse is very difficult to treat . It had multi modality approach . 1st proper psychological evaluation is necessary to find underlying psychopathology . 2nd treatment of depression is must.It can be traeted with medicine like combination of SSRI and benzodiazapine . In SSRI sertraline / escitalopram / peroxetine will help.Benzodiazapine can help to reduce withdrawl features of amphetamine abuse.Amphetamine itself psycho stimulating and lead to various psychological problems . 3rd is De addiction of drug abuse.Indoor psychiatric care is must.Medicines /psychotherapy /councelling etc will be useful . Consult psychiatrist and get help . I hope I have answered your question . Still if you have a query then feel free to ask . Happy to help you further . Thank you . | |
What causes severe back ache after urination?
i am having a ache on the right side at about my waist line heading into my back. it gets worse just before and after i have a wee. and has been happening for the last 3days. iv had aches in my mid back when i sit down for too long for the last 4 or 5 years iv had bloods tacken and they have came back all clear im worried somthing serious had been missed by the doctors. please help! amy, 20. | Hello amyI would suggest you to go for ultrasound of abdomen as this can be a pain of renal calculi.The mid back pain is due to postural problem. Take care of your posture when you sit. Sit straight. Use back rest or pillow. Do hot compresses. Take tylenol if pain is severe.Visit your physician.Thanks | |
Medical advice on tests to stop recurring UTI in infant child
Hello doctor, my baby girl was treated with Zanocin ( 2.5 ml twice a day) for 5 days at the age of 3 months 1 week. Now she is 5 months & again urine analysis shows 10-15 pus cells. She had her left renal pelvis dilated in ultrasound done at 3 months. What all other tests needs to be done to stop recurring UTI? | Hello. I just read through your question.Often, when an anatomic cause for recurrent UTIs is found, the doctor will prescribe a very low dose of antibiotic to be given daily as a way to prevent future UTIs. Then, the hope is that the anatomic cause will become less of a factor as the child grows. I recommend consulting with your doctor about this option. | |
TTC. History of urine infection treated with augmentin and dalacin vaginal cream. Can cerophene and myfol during periods help to get conceived?
I got married 3 months ago. I got urine infection after intercourse. Doctor suggested me to eat augmentin and use dalacin vaginal cream for seven days.Its my 8th day ! I m much better now I don't feel any pain while passing urine !Now the point is I want to get pregnent can I eat cerophene and myfol in my periods. My periods r going to start after two days !Please satisfy me with your answer. Thanks | Hi,If you wish to conceive by using ovulation induction, you should do it under the guidance of a specialist and after following the necessary preliminary protocol of investigations. Since you are married only for three months, it may not be ideal to go for it. Also, it would be better if you can let this cycle pass by as you have recently recovered from an urinary tract infection. With regular ovulatory cycles, there should be no problem in conceiving naturally within a year. Hope this helps. | |
Does headache, fatigue, swollen glands in neck and throat infection suggest klierkoors?
I am Charmaine, 45 female, 1,54m tall and weight is 70kg. I am diagnosed with Chrones disease. I am on azzapress for 10 years. I am also on Humeria injections for the last 2 years. I have been experiencing bad headaches and tiredness, and my glands in my neck is very swollen. I have a throut infection. My heartbeat is very high 100/1min May i have klierkoors? | thank youYES, the most common medical conditions indicated by the symptoms enlarged or swollen glands, fatigue, headache is the Mononucleosis or klierkoors. steroids are essential in the treatment. | |
What causes tooth and head ache?
I Keep getting severe tooth and head ache every two to three days which last for about forty five minutes. It seems to start in a particular tooth and the builds up to my ear and the temple. Then fades to nothing. This is excruciatingly painful, any ideas? | thanks for your query, i have gone through your query. the pain in the tooth could be because of tooth infection the pain can radiate to the temple region, head and cheek region. this kind of pain occurs when the infection arises from the wisdom tooth. consult a oral physician and get a radiograph done and take a course of antibiotics. if the infection is from wisdom tooth get the tooth removed. i hope my answer will help you. take care. | |
What causes flutter feeling in the heart with pain?
I'm 31 5 foot 5 and weigh 132 pds lately I've been having some issues. My heart feels weird like an achy feeling. It flutters at times and feels like it skips a beat. I've never had problems before and there's no family history of heart problems. What could be causing it? | I have gone through your question and appreciate Your concern. U may be suffering from arrhythmia. Consult physician and do Ecg. Holter monitoring can also be used to know type of arrhythmia.Thank uU can write me back for any query. | |
Q. What does abutment of the nerve root mean?
Hi doctor,I am just wondering what is abutting and abutment of the nerve root means in a back issue. Please explain. What treatment is required for annular bulging and tear? | Hi. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. For further information consult a neurologist online --> | |
Can the small pea sized knot behind the left ear that is sore to touch any allergy ?
My 16 year old daughter has a small pea sized knot, sore to the touch, 3 inches behind her left ear, near the bottom of her skull. Could this be a lymph node, allergy, or......? We just got a 5 month old beagle puppy. She is allergic to cats, could there be a connection? | Hi,This is very likely to be a simple lymph node. They commonly enlarge in this area for the slightest infection even when the infection is not obvious. It does not indicate an allergy. Regards,Dr K A Pottinger | |
Are the follicle sizes of 18mm and 14 mm normal for fertility?
Hi, I had my follicular study on the 12th day. The left ovary follicles measured F1 - 18.4 mm, F2 15.5 mm., The right ovary follicles measured F1 14.1 mm, F2 13.8 mm and the endometrial thickness is 9.4 mm., Please can you let me know if this is normal? also please can you let me know my likely fertile period? | HelloThe size of follicle should be around 19 to 20 mm on day 14-15 at least to rupture and ENDOMETRIUM thickness must be around 11 mm to conceive.Usually one follicle dominant and burst and liberate ovum for fertilization on 14th 15th day after 1st day of menstruation cycle (period ) .In your case the size of dominant follicle is 18.4 mm on 12th day on the left side ovary . So this is approximately the mature size ( may be due to some drugs taken for infertility ) .Hope I have answered your questions. | |
What causes lung and chest pain?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... Hi there im a 28 year old male and ive been suffering with lung and heart pains, ive been smoking for around 12-14 years but now ive giving up. i went to my local gp and he gave me steroids to take as i suffer with asthma, but now my chest and lungs still hurt. Do you think i may have lung cancer ??? | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. Honestly speaking, lung cancer is very uncommon in younger age (less than 40 years).But it can be seen in younger age if person is a chronic smoker. So in my opinion, you should get done chest x ray first. If chest x ray is normal then no need to worry for lung cancer. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
How to treat the bruise while bending the knee?
this morning when i woke up i had pain in the bend of my knee, i then noticed that i had huge bruised in the bend of my knee. I then noticed that i had bruising behind my other knee as well. I have had pain behind my knee all day and seems to be worse now. | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The symptoms seem to be related to micro trauma of the knee.I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the inflammation. I also recommend using cold compresses for local application. Hope my answer was helpful.If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician | |
Back pain, headache, fever, itchy palms and feet, rashes on arm and legs. Dengue?
Hi my name is kasmira I am 24 years old I am around 5' 4 and I am 130 pounds I have really bad back pain about 4 days now which started off with a headache that is still very much there and a fever that is on and off and I have really itchy palms and feet and a slight rash is visible on my arm and legs could this be dengue | Hello Friend Kasmira , Thanks for using Health Care Magic , Fever , Headache and Lowback pain including rashes leads to clinical presentation of typical Dengue Fever , I suggest you to do Dengue Serological Test to confirm clinical presentation .Do take Plenty of fluids as it is the main treatment for Dengue fever.Avoid NSAIDS without doctors information.There is nothing to worry as you will be alright , Bed rest with Plenty of fluids will make you feel good in two days.Wishing you a speedy recovery.take care. | |
Suggest treatment for lump in labia majora
I have a lump or thickening in my labia majora, on the left side about level with the clitoris. It s a painful lump but seems deep in the skin, not like a cyst or a surface pimple or anything. I can t see a doctor until at least next week but maybe you can help reassure me that it might be a benign condition. It s not near the bartholin s gland. | Hello and welcome to HCM,A painful lump on the labia majora could be due to boil, folliculitis etc.A clinical assessment of the lesion is required.In case the swelling is due to infectious cause, hot fomentation and antibiotic will be required to relieve the swelling.thanks and take careDr Shailja Puri | |
Q. My daughter has perforation in right ear and doctor suggested hearing aid. Is this the right treatment?
Hello doctor, My daughter is 11 years old with a tube in her left ear and a perforation in her right ear. The doctor does not want to fix the perforated ear until the tube falls out of the left ear and is healthy for a year. In the meantime, it is suggested that a hearing aid be used until the perforation surgery. Does this sound like a normal course of action and will ear perforation surgery improve the situation? | Hello. We shall do the ear perforation surgery only when we are sure that eustachian tube ventilation to the middle ear is normal and not hampered by any reason. The functioning of the eustachian tube is indicated by the successful falling off of the ventilation tube (the grommet). The falling off indicates that middle ear pressures are getting maintained by the natural eustachian tube. Usually, kids of this age have some remnant adenoids which causes tubal obstruction causing recurrent ear issues (like in your kid). Usually, the adenoids regress by this age. If they don't, then the kid will have symptoms of mouth breathing, snoring, teeth crowding and protrusion, and other signs of adenoid facies. If these issues are there then before we attempt ear surgery we will have to remove the adenoids (and +/- tonsils). Because the source of ear infection is adenoids (+/- tonsils). Otherwise we can wait for a while until the natural eustachian tubes function well and then we can repair the eardrum. We would need to do an adenoid x-ray to check for the adenoid size. Meanwhile, hearing aid is the best option because you cannot risk your child not hearing properly at this age as it would adversely affect his speech and development. For any queries on this matter please revert back to me. | |
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, Plan B or emergency contraceptive pills are not available. I read that Yasmin, which is used as a regular contraceptive pill can be used as an emergency contraceptive pill at a higher dosage. Can Yasmin be used as an emergency contraceptive pill? And at what dosage? | 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 possible, earlier the better, I suggest taking four tablets of Yasmin (combination of Ethinyl Estradiol and Drospirenone) at the time, repeat four more tablets after 12 hours. This being a high dose of hormones, it will suddenly increase the inner lining of the uterus. Then as it is a single dose, the inner lining will fall off. This makes it unfavorable for the possible embryo or baby to settle into the uterus. She will get her periods within 7 to 10 days of the last pill. But do not keep repeating this frequently, it can disturb the hormonal balance and can reduce the effectiveness of the pill. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and start taking the medicines after their consent. This is an old method, but it is an effective emergency method. Just do not delay the pills. As time passes by, the effectiveness reduces. Hope I have clarified your query, do write back. All the best. For further queries consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Suggest treatment for stabbing pain in right shoulder blade?
hi Dr I have frequent stabbing pain in my right shoulder blade and constant pressure at the base of my skull where it meets the neckand constant urge to spastic twist of my neck to relieve pressureon both sides of my occiptal bone. What could be causing this? Thank you for your help. This has been going on for several years and treatments with chiropractic care physical therapy and even injections have provided little to no relief | Hello, The symptoms seem to be related to a pinched nerve in the shoulder. I suggest using painkillers such as Ibuprofen to relieve the symptoms. If the symptoms continue, steroid injections may be recommended. I also recommend physical therapy for relieve. Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician | |
What causes lump above my son's inner ankle?
My son has a golf ball sized lump above his inner ankle 9we assume from sports?) although he doesn't remember how he did it- it does not hurt but looks odd. any ideas on what this might be? We don't have insurance so I'm trying to postpone a dr. visit, but it's been a month and it's the same size. | Hello!Thank you for the query.Most likely this is nothing serious. In this location he may have a ganglion cyst, lipoma or sebaceus cyst. All this lumps are benign and do not lead to a cancer. However can cause pain and inflammation (especially sebaceus cyst). That is why, sometimes it is worth to remove such lump.I suggest you to have an ultrasound of this lump and consult general surgeon.Hope this will help.Regards. | |
What causes a pocket of fluid to appear in the thigh?
I have an indentation on my right thigh that almost feels like a bruise when touched. I went to the Dr. and was sent for an ultrasound. The test for a blood clot turned up fine. When she did the ultrasound on the spot it showed a pocket of fluid . She said that the Dr. would read it and send a report to my Dr. next week. What could this be? | Hello, It could be an abscess and has to be drained. Consult a general surgeon and get evaluated. Nothing much to worry as it can be done easily under local anesthesia. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
I have Gastric and constipation problem, please suggest me
I have face constipation problem and gastric problem a lot. Is due to water or diet reasons ? | Mostly it happens when diet is lacking fiber content in it and when you dont drink enough water. So maintain a well balanced diet and drink atleast 10-12 glasses of water per day. | |
Q. Kindly explain me about antirabies vaccine.
Hello doctor, I was bitten by a dog 10 days ago and got my first antirabies vaccine the next day. Also I got the second and third dose with a gap of three days, respectively. The wound was quite deep and the dog was unknown and untraceable. Everyone guiding me to take complete course of antirabies vaccine. My doctor said that three antirabies vaccine shots are enough. He said that these are different from the antirabies vaccine available in private. Do I need to take another two shots of antirabies vaccine in private? Please suggest Thanks. | Hi. I am sorry for the dog bite. But, I am glad that you have taken the correct schedule of vaccines till now. For further information consult a neurologist online --> | |
What causes back pain and light spotting?
hi well i got the depo shot like a month ago. i had sex like that same week and was not protected. now i am having extreme back pain and some times cant even breath cus of how bad it hurts. i ve also had my period for two weeks and its light. whats wrong with me?? am i pregnant?? could there be a chance its a mis/carriage?? | Hi her. You could be suffering from Endometriosis or Adenomyosis. It is best that you take Tablet Meftal spas for pain relief and consult your Gynaecologist for a thorough examination and management. | |
Does spinal cord not having enough growth in a child need surgery?
Good Morning, one of my Uncle s baby girl (Age-1.4 Yr old) was can t able to sit and stand... whaen we show to local doctor and taken some necessory recommended tests...they finally said that in spinal cord 3 spinals are not have enough growth..and said that it requires surgery.... Regarding this we would like consult with all the reports is it ok, with out carrying the Baby..plz | spinal cord compression which is the main reason for not able to sit or walk.. better do a MRI scan and take your baby to the hospital along with reports.. it'scompulsory to take baby for examination because the doctor might do physical examination on baby and tell you the prognosis | |
Trying to conceive. Have irregular periods. Low progesterone levels. Norethisterone prescribed. Medication effect?
I am trying to conceive for 6 months, and I am having irregular cycle, lasting 36 days in average. I went to see a doctor and I made a hormones screening test. My progesterone level was abnormally low like for the time the test was done (17th day of cycle). Other hormones showed normal level. The doctor gave me norethisterone 5mg to take them from 10th to 25th day of cycle once a day. I need an advice from second professional person about the effect this medicine would cause, before start taking it..? | Hi, Thanks for query. Norethisterone is a progesteron(synthetic),as your progesteron level is low doctor prescribed you progesteron to increase the level of progesteron in your cycle.So you are able to concieve. Yes there are some side effect and contraindication of a drug ,so just ask your doctor. OR don't worry take medicine you will be fine. Take care. | |
What to do for allergy, cough and cold after withdrawing montek lc?
Namaste Dr. My son aged 10 years has cronic ailments like allergy and cough& cold . when he was 6years he was advised to continue montec lc kid OD in the evening. Since then he is continuing the drug. when i am tring to withdraw the drug after 4/5 days he is suffering from cough etc. so out of apprehension i am giving him the drug regularly. is it safe for him? how to discontinue the drug? what side effects may occur due to such a long term use? | Hi,Welcome to HCMYour son is having chronic allergic reaction. The medicine is found to be very effective in management of these symptoms. But for long term and effective treatment your son should be subjected for skin prick test to find out the allergen causing symptoms. I would suggest you to take your son for skin prick test, so the allergen can be identified and can be treated approximately. Thank you. | |
Trying to conceive. Done follicular study. Are the results good?
hello Dr, I am 21yrs married lady. I am trying to get conceive for past 13 months. My Dr advised me to take the follicular study to monitor the egg growth and i am on 3rd dose of HCG . The size of the follicle at my 9th day is 13mm and 13mm & 11mm and 10 mm in RT. ovary , and Lt. ovary MSF and endometrial thickness 6 mm. please guide to my first day follicular results good or not good. Please help me. | Hello! The follicular results on day 9 of your cycle is satisfactory. However, kindly clarify the treatment you are on with your doctor as hCG is not routinely prescribed so early in the cycle. | |
What leads to chest pain?
i have been experiencing a sharp stabbing pain on the right side of my chest in between my breasts but more to the right it lasts for maybe for 24 hours then goes . im concerned because a year ago i was hit with a field hockey ball on the exact spot were the pain is what could it be? | thanks for asking your question chest pain can be due to local issues like injury , and other causes may be - lung related- pleura related- cardiacno need to panic you need to consult a chest physician or a Pulmonologist who can examine and may request for some investigations like a chest X-ray and an ecg which ll help to reach to a certain diagnosis in my patients I start them on proton pump inhibitors and analgesics like paracetamol and examine and investigate themthanksfeel free to ask more. questions | |
Q. 2. 5 year old suffering from stomach ache. Which medicine has to be given?
Hi doctor, My son is 2.5 years old. For a week, he is complaining of stomach pain. After farting he is fine. Our family doctor recommended one antibiotic for five days and a medicine to avoid vomiting. He had small vomits twice, but later it was fine. Now, after completing the course of medicine he again complaints the same. His diet is almost nothing and he is not ready to take any food. He just has few mL of milk. He does not have fever. His stool was watery, but it is normal now. Can you provide any recommendation on diet and medicine? Please give me a solution to the problem. Thank you. | Hi. I can understand your concerns. Complain of abdomen pain with vomiting suggests that your child probably has acute gastroenteritis or food poisoning. Since, antibiotic is already given and now there are no loose stools or vomiting, there is no need to give antibiotic again. For abdomen pain, you can give syrup Cyclopam (Dicyclomine hydrochloride and Paracetamol) 5 mL on SOS basis (as and when required) that is when abdomen pain occurs. Whenever a child becomes sick, there is decrease in his appetite which improves as child recovers. Now, you should give him all the foods that you were giving him earlier. If he is not eating then you can start Glucon-D in water thrice a day for one or two days. Start a multivitamin like syrup Bevon 5 mL once a day for 15 days. Keep patience. Child will eat properly now as he has recovered from illness. | |
How can severe anemia be treated?
Hi, I am g6pd deficient and I didn t know ascobic acid was a red flag for me. I was taking ascobic acid 1000mg once a day and a few days down the line I started experiencing severe anaemia. I am also currently in Africa and I am still not feeling so strong after taking iron pills 2 times daily and one a day for women tablets daily. Though it s better than before but I still have the symptoms. What should I do? I have already gone to the Hospital and all labs prove that my haemoglobin level is not so bad. | HI. I am glad that we connected. Ascorbic acid is also known as vitamin C. It is not a complete contraindication for anemia or G6PD deficiency. It is possible that one may develop some symptoms because of the oxidative stress on the body. Usually, G6PD deficiency is treated by avoiding medications that can cause increased oxidative stress. The rest of the treatment is managed by maintaing the iron levels, reducing exercise that can cause low oxygen levels, and avoiding excessive stress.Some doctors find using folic acid useful as well. Some cases may require blood transfusion.I hope this works out for you! All the best. | |
Q. Why is my mother unable to get a sound sleep after taking Stalopam?
Hi doctor, My mother is 51 years old. Over 9 years she is unable to sleep properly either in the day as well as night. She started to feel irritated and we consulted one of our family doctor and he suggested to start Stalopam plus. But now a days even after taking the same medicine she is not getting proper and sound sleep. Currently, she is on Stalopam plus one capsule a day. I have attached the prescription. Please suggest us what to do? | Hello. I have gone through the prescription attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Diagnosis was anxiety with insomnia for which Stalopam plus (Escitalopram) was prescribed. It seems she has developed tolerance to this drug. So, either dose should be increased or new drug should be substituted. To manage her insomnia and anxiety you need drug therapy such as starting on a sleep aid drug which also lessens anxiety like Clonazepam at dose of 0.5 mg to be taken half an hour before bedtime and continue to take the same. This will ensure quick relief of your mother's anxiety and insomnia but it has to be taken after consultation with a psychiatrist. Proper sleep hygiene needs to be practiced daily, so as to help her maintain good sleep in the long run. Sleep hygiene entails following important points. Anxiety. Check blood pressure. Insomnia Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) and Benzodiazepines along with sleep hygiene. | |
Suggest a permanent cure for psoriasis
hello doctor, i am mahesh suffering from psoriasis from past 10 years.I want to ask that is there any permanent cure for it .tablets doesnt suits me so i was using dipsalic ointement from past 5 years but it is not curing much what should i do plz help me. | Dear FriendWelcome to Health care magic. I am Dr Charu , I will shortly try to help you with my opinion.Psoriasis is a disease which has no permanent cure.I am very sorry to mention but till now, no permanent cure has been formulated but definitely there are medications to control it.If oral medications do not suit you, you may opt for phototherapy in chambers available in your nearby set ups.Based on the available details, this is my best advice for you. You should discuss with your doctor and share my opinion , I am sure he/she will agree to my opinion.Good Luck. | |
Suggest treatment for groin causing bulge in the groin
I HAVE a bulge in the groin area that can become more prominent when coughing, straining, or standing up. They are rarely painful, and the bulge commonly disappears on my lying down it looks like a Hernia .....tell me what should I do .....Iam scared of sugery thank you hari | Hello, The bulge could be a hernia. You need not to worry about surgery but you should get it diagnosed. Therefore, I suggest consulting a surgeon for physical examination, diagnosis and treatment. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. K. V. Anand, Psychologist | |
Get up gasping for air and coughing at night, discontinued Reswas after relief, recurrence with viral fever. Asthma or bronchitis?
I get up at night gasping for air and coughing. I was prescribed Reswas previously by one doctor for night coughing. When the symptoms reduced, i discontinued it. But this week i got a viral fever and this same problem started again. I haven t slept for last 2 days.. its getting worse.. I m confused if this is asthma or bronchitis .. whenever i get into sleep im getting up coughing.. Please help.. | Hi, Welcome to HCM Your having post viral bronchospam more so in night hence consult a Chest physician and if bronchospam is confirmed and there are signs of infection then a prescription based antibiotics,bronchodialtors in inhalation and if nned is there short course of oral corticosteroid will help him greatly. After viral infection some times bronchospasm is there and it may not occur for very long time an din asthma reccurence is there with exposure to allergen and seasonal. Take care Good Luck | |
Suggest treatment for PE
Hi Doc, which antidepressant i should use for PE, i want to use paroxitine, which company medicine should i use and with what name, I am in india. I want to use it atleast for 2 weeks, once, as i have decided t use it. So please suggest me good name for this effect. Thanks | HIThanks for using healthcare magicParoxetine is drug of choice in premature ejaculation. It is available in brand name of Pari CR, Paxidep CR, Parocen CR etc. Better to use it once a day and it would help to control premature ejaculation. At basis dose, it does not have much side effects. You need prescription for that, as this drug is not available over the counter. Better to consult a physician or psychiatrist. In case, you need further help, you can ask.Thanks | |
Q. Will taking Iron supplements make ferritin levels better?
Hello doctor, I have an iron deficiency for three months and have been using Iron supplements. My ferritin is still low though, so I am using Iron supplements still. My question is, my RBC has been increased to 4.52, hemoglobin is also gradually increasing to its normal levels (11.2). Now it is on its normal levels but hematocrit was increased too yet it is still low (35.0 %) at this point, am I anemic? The more I use Iron supplements, will my results become better gradually? I really need to know. | Hello. Serum ferritin reflects the iron store. Whenever an Iron supplement is started, the iron store is replenished in last. So gradually your ferritin and iron level will come back to normal. Your RBC and PCV (packed cell volume) are not much altered. So do not worry about that. So you are having mild anemia. You can investigate with stool routine micro examination and occult blood test to exclude any parasitic infestation which can lead to a small amount of bleeding from the intestine and so anemia can worsen. For more information consult a hematologist online --> | |
Had Lymphoma. Suffer stomach pain, tiredness. Diagnosed Pancreatitis. Cancer?
My son in law has had Lymphoma for years, but has been dealing successfully with it. Now , after a severe bout of stomach pain for several days, along with other symptom, i.e. severe tiredness, he has been told he has Pancreatitis. Could this be related to the :latent Lymphoma? The resident that has been handling his case has a strong foreign accent and Bill isn't understanding him very well. The poor guy has been thru so much fighting the Lymphoma, and now this. What do you think?Can the Lymphoma cancer metastasize into the pancrease? | Hi! Welcome to HCM! YES, it can be pancreatitis or pancreatic lymphoma . primary pancreatic lymphoma is rare , representing less than 2% of extranodal lymphomas. while secondary lymphoma which is a possibility in your son-in-law is found in 30% of non-Hodgkin lymphoma patients with widespread disease - it is the result of direct extension from peripancreatic lymphadenopathy. CTand MRI will help in differentiating. I sincerely hope this will help you! | |
Suggest treatment for strained ligament in knee
i have a strained ligament in my knee and was wondering if heat would hurt i strained it on friday may 30 i slipped down our steps in the rain and it twisted underneat me a little i have no bruising and minimal swelling after the fall i can put weight on it and walk just when i first stand up its light the ligament is tight and have to stand a few seconds and let it stretch . i can walk on it and put weight on it it jus pulls when i bend that knee to walk not really hurts jus uncomfortable. | With such presentations in my clinic, I would first rule out the fracture by doing X RAY knee joint and then ill diagnose. if there is no fracture based on clinical examination ill diagnose the cause and mostly it should be a ligament injury, if so ill go MRI knee joint. if any tear diagnosed then ill suggest for arthroscopic repair. kindly consult an orthopedic surgeon regarding this. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing you good health. | |
Suggest replacement for fallen temporary crown after root canal treatment
i just had a root canal yesterday and the temporary crown came of last night i called the dentist she said to come in monday to have it re-cemented. today it fell out when rinsing my mouth and the cap went down the drain. theres no one in the office and wont be untill monday | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.Nothing to be panic, do not get scared, nothing will happen. The temporary crown can be replaced with either permanent or temporary crown again till you get the permanent crown. But you need to take certain precautions like, you should not bite on hard things from that tooth, since the tooth will be brittle, there are chances of that tooth getting fractured. So til you consult your dentist be careful. I hope my answer will help you, take care. | |
Suffering from acute rhinitis and nasal allergy. Flomist nasal spray and cetzine prescribed. Are these safe medications?
Good evening doctor,I am from India,New delhi region.I am 46 years male.I had a problem of acute rhinitis and nasal allergy and suffered very badly for many years leading to acute sinusitis and almost the need for sinus operation. A doc prescribed me Flomist nasal spray two times a day in each nostril to start with and then once a day as a maintenance dose.This is going on for last 3 years.I was also prescribed cetrizine tabs which i take regularly even now once a day. As a result of this treatment my probs are 95 % over unless I get exposed to severe dust/smoke. My Q : 1. Is Flowmist at this low dosage safe to continue?I heard this is a steroid and should not be taken for long intervals 2. is cetrizine safe? 3. Should I stop this treatment now that I am much better. Thanks in advance for your revert doctor. Regards | Flomist nasal spray and cetrizine are safely used in nasal allergy and you have shown satisfactory response to it. Flomist is a steroid but since it is a spray very little quantity actually enters the blood, hence side effects are minimal. You may nicely clean your nose after using the spray say 10 to 15 min later. Since you are better now you may try withdrawing the medicine gradually preferrably under supervision of your ENT specialost. | |
What can cause a bump between testicles and anus?
about 3 days ago between my testicles and my anus a bump the size of about half a golf ball appear between my leg. when I sit it very uncountable. what could this be, should I see my doctor or jest let it heel by it self? one more thing, it is more easy to pee. | Hi,From history it seems that there might be having ingrown hair follicle infection.Go for one course of antibiotic medicine course for 3 days.Keep local hygiene clean, dry and airy.Ok and take care. | |
What can cause rashes behind ears, cheeks, chin forhead and scalp?
Hi, I have a 4 yr old girl that woke up with a spotty red rash behind her ears, on her cheaks, chin forhead and scalp. There is no fever. The rash is not raised or course or blistered. She did have a throught infection with a fever. 10 days ago. What could it be? | Hi, As per your query you have symptoms of rashes behind ears, cheeks, chin forehead and scalp which seems to be viral infection and exposure to an allergen. Need not to worry. I would suggest you take a proper course of antihistamine drug. You should drink plenty of water. Maintain complete hygiene. If the condition doesn't get better in a month then consult dermatologist again for proper diagnosis and to rule out any underlying condition. The doctor may prescribe isotretinoin, steroid ointment or antibiotics course. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Harry Maheshwari, Dentist | |
Does androgen blocker like Spironolactone arrest hair fall?
hi i am 25 yr female having hair loss in frontal region. i am taking follihair and minoxidil 5% twice daily for 1 mnth n iron n calcim suppl. have normal testosteron n dheas normal and dont have pcot. low vit d and familial dyslipidemia. after using minoxidil i think my hair fall increases. some times i develop nodular cystic acne. my doctor dignosed me seborrhea and telogen effluvium. i am very depresses. should i take androgen blocker like spironolactone or something else for how mch time please help me | You most probably having female pattern hair loss which starts with thinning of hairs which over the time leads to progressive hair loss...As you say you have started with minoxidil 5% and follihair...minoxidil is the most trusted and FDA approved drug for the condition and you are on the right regime...yes its true that in the beginning people noticed even a more hairfall but dont panic it will go in a couple of weeks and you will notice new hairs soon...remember the full effect of minoxidil takes 6-12 months...dont switch medicines and have patience...and yes get yourself checked to rule out PCOD which could be the root cause of all your problems...thanks | |
What is the treatment for a lump on the right side of abdomen?
I had hiatal hernia surgery in June of last year and they extended my esphagous . I have pain and what feels like a lump on the right upper part of my abdomen and the left side about 4inches above my belly button, all next to my incision. Should I see a dr? | HIGreetings from Dr.Divakara.PThanks for posting your query. Yes you need to see your doctor again as this is a Hernia. But this is a different hernia from Hiatal Hernia. This hernia is called Incisional hernia. Incisional hernia is a condition where abdominal contents ( commonly intestine ) come out of abdomen through the defect in the abdominal wall created due to Incision. It requires a repeat surgery where a mesh will be put under the previous incision site which prevents the abdominal contents from coming out. Hope this information is useful to you. Any clarification feel free to ask. | |
Not sexually active. Having dry, flaky skin in the crease between the upper thigh and vagina. What could this be?
I am not sexually active (ignoring normal masturbation), I do not shave, wax, or use chemicals beside oatmeal and sheabutter bar soup on that vagina or anywhere serounding that region I do have a history of mild psoriasis on my arms and legs, but that s it. Keeping all that in mind, the crease between my upper thigh and where the vagina mound is very dry and has white flaky skin. I am not sure if I am just not cleaning properly or if I should consult my on/gyn? What could it be, and should I take it seriously? | The area mentioned by you is more prone to fungal infection but in view of history of psoriasis u need to consult a dermatologist as the treatment of both conditions are different Regards Dr amit | |
Suggest treatment for dyspnea
I am experiencing shortness of breath with absolute minimal exertion. First noticed this a little over a month ago. Also, when I bend over at the waist (to pick something up off the ground as an example) I become very lightheaded. I am a 59 year old white male. No history (personal) of cardic problems. Also have been experiencing muscle cramps (feet/legs, chest/abd and arms/hands. | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. By your history and description, possibility of lung disease (bronchitis) is more in your case. So better to get done PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) and chest x ray to rule out bronchitis. If both are normal then get done ecg, 2d echo to rule out cardiac cause. So consult doctor and first diagnose yourself and then start appropriate treatment. You may need inhaled bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroid (ICS). Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
What could be the rash all over my body?
I have a rash over most of my body. I have had some fever. Some of the rash is turning purple looking. The rash started yesterdat. I went to my doctor yesterday and he is sending me to a dermatologist today. I also have a catch it feels like in my back on the right side | Hello, I have gone through your query and it could be either viral rash or a drug rash. I would recommend you to consult a dermatologist and get it evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist | |
How to treat complex partial seizures?
yes hello I have a question about my daughter who is controlled with tegretol for seizures partial complex, she is 27. She is now having hormal acne & was given a bcp to take she also has minera for bc, but since on oral pill has started to experience more seizures -- yes she is stopping the oral pill, any advice for the acne, benzion does not work. thanks kathy ( mom ) | HIWell come to HCMAny kind of seizure the treatment remains the same, the drug that is being widely used "carbamazepine" is more or less symptomatic medicine, underlying cause of convulsion is matters, and this is need to be found out and treated accordingly, take care. | |
What causes white spot on tongue?
I have white blotchy tongue that bled a tiny bit when I brushed it while brushing my teeth. No fever, slight cough, and I keep having to clear my throat. It looks as if the back part of my mouth towards the top has a vague white spot to it. That same spot is slightly tender, not sore at the moment, but I can feel it s scratchiness when I swallow. Thoughts? | Hello, Thank you for consulting with HCM.Actually there are multiple taste buds in the form of papillae on the tongue. The bleeding of tongue can be possible that you might have traumatized the papillae while cleaning it, as tongue is not cleaned by brush, it is cleaned by tongue cleaner.And even at the back of the tongue there are circumvallate papillae which are slightly pink in color and elevated.So it can be the papillae only which you might be noticing.Hope it will help you. | |
Suggest treatment for ulcerative colitis and indigestion during pregnancy
Hi! I am 7 weeks pregnant and suffering severe morning sickness. I have ulcerative colitis but it is in remission. I am also suffering with wind and indigestion. I don t know what to eat anymore so that I don t feel bad and throw up. What should I do? | HI, I understand your concern. - IF you don't have flare of the disease, your vomiting will be controlled well with routine treatment like Pregnidoxine/ doxinate. _ You should consult your doctor as early as possible & with his advise continue with same treatment/ change drug as per his advise for safety of pregnancy. But taking routine treatment during the remission is important. - Consult a dietitian & get advise for nutrients you can safely take for fulling your pregnancy needs. _ Be careful to consult & follow doctor's advise during flareups.Aminosalicylates/ corticosteroids/ immuno suppressive drugs are considered to be safe in pregnancy. Thanks. | |
What causes headache in a child?
My three year old is complaining of headache in the front and back of head, his neck hurts and his ear hurts just behind the ear. He is running a slight fever and his face is flushed. Should I be concerned and have him checked at the clinic for menigitis? | Dear friend,after thoughtfully reading the case history of your child I wold say he is suffering from some infection which is causing him pain in head and neck region.neck pain in this age group always points to the meningitis.so i would say give the baby some antipyretic for his fever.and then go for a thorough check-up and blood investigation for meningitis under a bedside guidance of any paediatrician.my best wishes for your little one.thank you. | |
How to get rid of the crackling sound when wheezing?
My 2 year old daughter [born with left lung aplasia and pda of 2mm] underwent pda coil closure 4 months back was prescribed to have ecosprin 37.5 mg one per day, 3 days back see got cold ,wheezing with crackles noise we went to nearby hospital echo was done it was normal no problem with pda so they gave montair 4mg tablet ,kidspred and asthalin in bronchodilator but still crackling sound has not reduced but doctors saying it will come down in one week should we wait or go to hospital where we did pda coilclosure as they are expert in dealing this sound. | Thanks for the query.Crackling sound may be due mucus in the airway.You need to nebulise the child with asthalin and normal saline.Also use saline nasal drops for nasal decongestion.No need to go to cardiologist.Hope i helped you. | |
What causes strep throat and ear infection in a 4 year old?
my four year old was diagnosed with strep and an ear infection in both ears had a heart ate of 142. Is that normal and is it possible that she had a false neg test two months prior for strep when she came down with an itchy rash. They also did a cbc which was normal. | Hi....heart rate of 142 without fever is not something to be ignored.Please get back to nearest emergency room.The test done one month back cannot be false negative as the CBC also was normal.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Have squamous cell carcinoma on tongue. Done radiation. Report showed abnormal squamous epithelial cells. Help
I recently went through chemo and radiation for squamous cell carcinoma on the base of my tongue. Treatment ended in November, 2012. My recent CT scan in January showed all clear, although I go for a Pet fusion in May. I have had my Peg tube and Port taken out. I recently had some lab work and it showed the following: Leukocyte Esterase 2+ WBC 6-10 Squamous Epithelial Cells 10-20 White Blood Cell Count 3.6 Urine - cloudy These are the only ones out of range. When I saw the abnormal range on the Squamous Epithelial Cells, I am concerned and wonder if it has anything to do with my recent cancer, is it coming back?? What are your thoughts? | Hi and welcome to HCM. This has absolutely nothing with your cancer! It means that urine was contaminated by cells from your skin around genitals,and nothing else. Squamous cells are found on skin and somme mucous membrane. This is usualy finding in urine if it is inadequatly taken. You have raised wbc which can mean some urinary infection but urinoculture should be done too to confirm that. Wish you good health. | |
What causes blockage of artery caused by coil embolization?
I have a blocked off right-hand carotid artery - it's not "blocked" in the way that heart arteries become blocked with plaque. It's thought to have been caused by a coil embolisation of a cerebral aneurysm some years ago. The left-hand carotid is working well, but there is obviously increased blood flow on the left of the brain. | Hello thanks for posting here. A previously placed coil in a cerebral artery to migrate into the carotid artery is very rare and unusual, because it has to go against the floors. Coil migration itself is rare and if it migrated, it does into distal arteries. So suggest we have to first confirm whether it is really the coil which is causing the obstruction. A MRA of the brain and neck arteries should be done to get sufficient information. If a coil migration is detected it can be removed by endovascular procedure through an approach from the leg artery (femoral artery) with the help of a snare. The area must be stented after the removal of the coil. If its not possible to remove the coil via endovascular techniques, an open vascular surgery should be done, and coil can be removed and a great repair can be done. So in short it requires investigation and interventional management. In the meantime you should be on blood thinner medications and statins. Wishing you good health. Regards | |
What does a shadow in frontal lobe on MRI suggest?
my girlfriend recently had an MRI. We were told that she had a shadow in the white frontal lobe. we were also told that on the MRI the technician wrote that she had bascile grangula in the white matter. What exactly is this? We have an appointment on the 25th of this month. Thank you | Hello,I am Dr Mittal.It is difficult to tell you what it is based on the information given.However, this is probably an infection in the white matter.A shadow means that there is some lesion- infection being a common cause in young.The granular tissue (not bascile grangula) is a type of tissue that develops in brain in certain types of infections.So based on the information, I think there may be some infection.Best of luck, Dr Mittal | |
Suggest remedy for rashes in elbow
hi.. i am a 26yr old male..work as a barista and recently devolped a rash on my inner left elbow...it kinda burns and is in lines going up my arm? i noticed it after being sick the other day ... it doesnt go away when under a glass and seems to get more violent as the day goes on | Hello, I have gone through your query and it could be either herpes zoster or eczematous rash. I would recommend you to consult a doctor and get examined. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney | |
Have shingles, headaches, lethargic, BBV. What should I worry about?
Hi, I am a healthcare worker in a prison and 8 weeks ago had a needlestick injury. I received all relevant treatment at time, however I've gone on to have shingles, headaches and lethargy, very unlike me. Should I be worried about bbv's? The source is low risk as far as we can tell by medical notes. Could it just be coincidence that I got shingles and am still feeling the effects of them 4 weeks later??? | Hello and welcome to HCM,A needle stick injury can transmit only the blood borne diseases. There are many viruses which are transmitted by blood route. HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, CMV are the common viruses transmitted by blood route.Shingles is caused by varicella zoster infection.This virus is not transmitted by blood route.Shingles is caused by reactivation of dormant virus in the nerve ganglia. A fall in immunity leads to reactivation of the virus and manifestation of shingles.You need to visit your doctor for anti-viral treatment.If you are suspicious of acquiring any blood borne infection, you can get the tests for these infections.Thanks and take careDr Shailja P Wahal | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
What causes vomiting and high temperature?
my six year old woke up vomiting today, after going to bed with a bit of a temperature. He has not gone to the toilet, and has not wanted food, but has drank sips of water and apple juice (which he threw up). He is also sleeping on and off, and his eyes look bloodshot. He has a bit of a rash in his armpits | Thank you for contact to Health care magic.I figured your concern. The most common cause of fever is infection:viral, bacterial,fungal,atypical flora, diseases of connective tissue, hematologic diseases, inflammation of kidney,intestine infection, respiratory and etc.Causes of vomiting are various:-increasing uric acid in blood(because infection,dysbacteriosis or overeating of chocolate, peas,meat,sour fruits, overdrinking of market juices)-gastroenteritis-intoxication ,because fever-diabetes mellitis-poisness-hypertension-helmintosisI hope I answered to your query. I would like to meet you again in Health care MagicRecovery soonDr.Svetlana | |
What care can be taken for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and severe cough?
I was diagnosed with IPF two years ago. My only symptom before I went to see the doctor was persistent cough dry cough. Since the past 7 days I now have been experiencing frequent hacking cough. Saw my family doctor 2 days ago and got prescription cough syrup and antibiotics. Am worried that this could be a result of the progression of my disease. The cough syrup and antibiotic have not helped much but I have phlegm early in the mornings since I started taking my meds. | Hello, According to history, you should be followed up by a specialist of IPF. Please talk to your doctor to send you to the specialist. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jnikolla, Pulmonologist | |
What is the treatment of lump on throat ?
good morningi vommited in the early hours of the morning like a brown colour, followed by a bright mustard colour vommit, i also have wat feels like a large lump in my throat, that when swolloing it actually feels like it move however my glands are not swollen | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have sore throat or granular pharyngitis. You should take a course of antibiotics like azithromycin or levofloxacin. Also take saline water gargles. 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 pain in roof of the mouth?
my five year old is complaining that the roof of his mouth hurts. He has a runny nose and does tend to suffer from allergies. He was complaining that his throat was hurting earlier, but his throat is no longer hurting. Could his allergies be causing this? | Hi welcome to healthcare magic,I understand your query and concern.Your symptoms are suggestive of oral ulcer.I advise to take tab.orni o,tab.domistol for 5 days.Avoid spicy foods.Give ORS sachets,buttermilk,coconut water regularly.Maintain adequate hygeine.Hope I have answered your query at the moment,Post your further queries if any,Thank you. | |
Trying to conceive, long period cycles, hormonal changes, moles on face, previous miscarriage. Birth control recommendations?
hi, i have regular periodz but after the birth of my second daughters birth they are excessive now and i am 32 yearz old .During pregnancy i had certain harmonal changes like beacuse of which their are watts or very tiny moles all over my face.my first pregnancy was a miscarriage after 3 months .My stomach is mostly upset even thogh i eat a ligter amount of food. suggest me a good contraceptive pill so that i can concieve again as soon as i leave using those pills | Hi, Thanks for your query. I have read your query & I understand your concerns. In this forum we cannot prescribe medications / pills. Hence I request you to visit your doctor who can prescribe you the pill. I hope I answered your query. I will be available for any followup queries you have. Regards, Dr.Mahesh Koregol IVF & Infertility Specialist. | |
Had unprotected sex, have PMS, no sign of period. Is it stress delaying period?
Hi I m 19 years old and when I was younger I ve had an Irregular period but as of now I ve been pretty normal. Last month I was late and I wasn t too worried although I am having unprotected sex with my bf. I m the type of girl that if I m stressed out or if I m having anxiety my period will be gone in two seconds. I m late this month also and before I was supposed to start I was having really strong PMS symptoms..there s been a lot of family drama and just stress in general. Do you think that s why I m late or why I missed my period? I m having suffer abdominal cramps and sometimes I don t feel like eating and I m dizzy and just sickish in general. Please someone help. | Hello, , I am Dr. Das Look, whatever the story is, the basic thing what you have to do is to do a home pregnancy test. The next step is to be decided depending upon the test result. I think, you have missed your period. There is very high chance of pregnancy. REgards. | |
Q. Is there any alternative to LASIK for eye power correction?
Hello doctor, I am male, 36 years old. I have eye powers 3.75 in my right eye and 2.75 in left eye both high cylinder. I have doctors prescription for glasses but after I bought the prescription glasses, I can read only for a few seconds and immediately printed text looks double. In the morning, I can read without glasses but in the evening I cannot read even with glasses. There is a lot of strain in the eyes when I try to read the fine print. I did not have glasses till two years back. With my left eye, I can read the normal texts without glasses so I did not get it tested. I do not want to go for LASIK surgery because numbers are not stable. Please guide me by alternative treatment to reduce and stabilize prescription number. | Hi. By going through your query I could understand that you are not able to tolerate your glasses. Glasses even though they correct your vision, the muscle balance can be achieved only after a few weeks of adjustment. During this period the glasses are to be continuously worn even though that is causing discomfort. Eye drops HPMC (Hypromellose) can be used frequently as and when needed. Reading should be done under bright light. The minimum distance between eyes and book should be 33 cm for the eyes to be comfortable. I would be able to suggest the feasibility of contact lenses after I see your glasses prescription paper. | |
Should i send my wife to other men for sex?
i am wanna be cuckold.i convince my wife to sex with other men and she is ready now.. but i am confused... i am thinking not to send her to any other man...this feeling comes sometimes and i always imagine my wife doing sex with other men...watt shuld i do now | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. I am very much amused with your question. You should not think in that way. Why should you send your wife to have sex with some other men? We are human beings and not primitive animals. We have certain culture and values which we should adhere to. Going beyond the limits causes mental conflicts, anxiety, depression and other mental problems. Beware, please.You can post a direct question to me in this website. Include every detail as much as you can. I shall prescribe some psychotherapy techniques to control your condition. I am sure that the techniques should be a success.Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
Q. Kindly suggest the treatment for homogenous hemianopia due to stroke.
Hello doctor,My father aged 54 years had PCA infarction (stroke) two years back. He is suffering from homogenous (right) hemianopia. Is there any treatment for this? Please suggest me. | Hi. How has the hemianopia fared over these two years? Is it increasing or decreasing? PCA (posterior cerebral artery) is one of the arteries supplying the visual pathway and its lesions usually cause visual field defects. Most of the defects will improve over time as and when the blood supply to the affected part (occipital lobe) will improve, unless of course the main trunk of the PCA is involved, which is known to cause persistent defects. The things which your father still has intact are his central vision, using which he can still read and perform most daily activities. Also his ability to move his eyes will also be working fine. Overtime he will be able to adapt using these two to be able to overcome the hemianopia, that is to say that he will be able to move his eyes and head to make the objects in the hemianopic field come into view. Now, coming to treatments and their results, eye movement exercises or scanning training like I mentioned in just a while ago. Incorporation of prisms into his glasses to enable seeing objects in the hemianopic field while head and eyes are straight, it can be an option in case his neck has a problem and he has problems moving his eyes. Both these treatments are given by orthoptists or optometrists. Regarding their usefulness in hemianopia, I will say that in most studies, patients usually improve and their fields come back to normal soon, so they never got enough time to train the patients with using these methods. Perimetry . Observation, orthoptic measures. | |
How to improve milk intake and bowel movement in infant?
hi, my 10 week old baby has never been a great feeder but recently has been taking even less and gets all worked up when the bottle goes near her mouth. she sometimes almost strains and spits the milk out like she is full but cant be?. I am worried she is not taking enough milk in a day and i am having to resort to demand feeding at the minute!. She doesnt bring up much wind but have been putting gripe water in her milk but not made a massive difference. She also has looked like she struggles to go to the toilet more last few days she does go but seems to take her a lot of effort to go??. Help! kirsty | Hi Kristy! thank you for choosing healthcare magic! A 2 month old baby usually requires only about 4 oz of milk every 3 hours so that's about 32 oz for the whole day. The milk requirement increases as he gets older. Have you tried changing the nipple of your feeding bottle? sometimes it is too big or hard? You can try to give small frequent feeds coz maybe he gets full easily. Burp in between feeds to get rid of gas. You can also feed by demand. How is the weight gain of your baby? this is the best indicator that he gets enough milk and nutrients. If he is gaining well then there's nothing to be worried about. During check up, your doctor will monitor his weight, length and head circumference to make sure he is growing right for his age. Hope I was able to help you. Have a great day. Sincerely, Hannalae Dulay-See, M.D.Peditrician | |
Q. Why are there pain in lower stomach with gas and burning sensation during urination?
Hello doctor, Pain in lower right stomach and gas passes many times a day. And some time low burning in urine. No fever or any other problem. | Hi. Please drink a lot of water for the urinary problem. Take the following medications for the stomach problem. 1. Capsule Esomeprazole 40 mg once daily before breakfast for four weeks. 2. Tablet Mebeverine 135 mg thrice a day before meals for two weeks. 3. Tablet Rifaxamin 550 mg twice a day before meals for two weeks. Avoid spicy food, bakery items, fast food, and caffeine. | |
What causes numbness in right arm?
Hi, ive had a constant dead right arm for a few weeks now. It started when i strained it playing squash and continued (stupidly) to aggrivate the strain for a while after. Now i have been left with a conatnt dead arm feeling and sometimes pain when i lift my arm up. | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The numbness in the arm seem to be related to a nerve damage.I suggest to do some examinations for further evaluation. I recommend to do:-a nerve conduction study-an electromyography (EMG)I also suggest to consult a neurologist and get evaluated. Hope my answer was helpful.If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician | |
What could fluttering in stomach, spotting and headaches indicate?
Good morning, the past 5 mornings i've woke up feeling sick, I've been experiencing headaches and all of a sudden today there are fluttering feelings in my stomach, not to mention i have been spotting since last week. I never been able to have babies. Why am I feeling this way? | Hi there...The possibilities are migraines, acidity, Premenstrual symptoms, pregnancy etc.could you please elaborate your symptoms.when was your last menstrual period?Avoid spicy or oily food. Eat meals at regular intervals. Hope this helps | |
Need treatment for swollen knees with patellofemoral syndrome
I have patella femoral syndrome, ive also had plica in both knees but ever since my ortho removed the plica from my left knee ive had nothing but pain its been 7 months and the swelling has not gone down im on volteran, tramedal and ice rest elevation, nothing is working, i refuse cortisone shits as they can damage my cartilage more do i need surgery again to correct this once n for all? | Go for ultrasound or IFt by consultating physiotherapist. If ur grade of PFS is high intensity then go for surgery | |
Can Viagra intake increase the injury on penis during intercourse?
Hi, my boyfriend and i had very vigorous sex last night, with constant thrusting to my pelvis. Later he became very swollen at the shaft of his penis, the tip remained normal color but the base and the scrotum became dark purple and black. he has not pain other than discomfort from the swelling, he visited the ER and they basically told him he had a bruised penis with blood vessels that burst. later i found out that he did take Viagra, would this have increased the chance of this happening? | HelloThanks for query.The swelling and bruising of penis yourboyfriend has developed due to vigorous and rough sex.You have to get Ultrasound Scanning of penis done to rule out any injury to Corpora Cavernosa ( Erectile tissue bodies).It is not due to Viagra but it is basically due to rough ,vigorous sex.Dr.Patil. | |
Suggest treatment for premature ejaculation
hi , i an 25 years of age and i do masturbate sometimes. but now a days i am experiencing premature ejaculation as soon as my girlfriend touch me on my penis . it takes only 5 to 10 sec for me to ejaculate. i have also experienced that my neck starts paining just after i masturbate . please find me a good treatment i will be obliged . | Dear Patient, Masturbation differs from real sexual intercourse with a female. It is a new experience for you with your female partner,therefore,your very high level of sexual excitement and anxiety can cause your premature ejaculation. This is absolutely normal and you will overcome it when you have more sexual experiences with your partner. Also you can follow ''Masters and Johnson" guidelines to delay premature ejaculation. It means you or your partner can stimulate you but at the moment of ejaculation you or your partner can stop stimulation by gently squeezing the head of the penis. After a while you can again start the stimulation and stop it just before ejaculation. This will help you to extend your foreplay and delay your ejaculation. Also if the course of your premature ejaculation related to stress or anxiety, you can do breathing exercises to relax yourself. If you are needed SSRI inhibitors like Fluvoxamine to treat anxiety related conditions that has to be prescribed by a physician only. However, I believe by talking to your partner and practicing above mentioned pause-squeeze techniques is the best way to solve this problem without medication. I hope you won't need medication and those techniques will help you to overcome your problem.Good Luck!Dr. Dinesh Weerasinghe MD. | |
What causes darker red dots with itchiness at the sight of steroid injection?
I have been having pain in my 2 middle toes and below them at the ball of my foot. I had an mri and it showed fluid. I got a steroid injection on Jan 17th 2014. On March 19th I went to the Bay. I now have a redish area at the sight of the injection, it feels raw and raised and darker red dots and white scaly skin in areas and is a little itchy but hurts to scratch because of the raw feeling. Do you have any thoughts? | Hi, It can be due to minor inflammation at the site of injection. Nothing much to worry and it will settle by itself. You can apply warm compresses for symptomatic relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Suggest treatment for dog bite
with respect to allhv bitten by a stray dogs puppy nt realy bitten but d fact is when i saw some amount of meals stuck on the upper tounge of the puppy and she tried to recover but cant..!!on that time,i helped her to come-out the problem as i insrted my finger at that area to fetch the mass of meal out bt suddenly her teeth heavly touch my finger under the nail and i gt cut by small scratch wid slightly bleeding!! the bledding hs been stpd aftr i apply antiseptic creamso,shd i take tetanus or anyother vaccination or medication...!! to which way shd i follow ...plz suggest methnx... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,Rabies is a disease which is also transmitted by bite of the monkey, it is a 100% fatal disease but it is 100% preventable by proper and adequate treatment.As you were bit by a dog while taking the meat stuck in the mouth of the puppy which has led to small amount of bleeding from the site of bite, according to WHO categorizes it has been categorized into Cat III.Cat III requires both active and passive immunization. Active immunization with antirabies vaccine on days 0,3,7,14 and 28. The passive immunization with rabies immunoglobulins should be given in and around the bite site as early as possible.You need to take a shot of tetanus injection.The aforementioned treatment will protect you against developing the disease rabies.Thank you. | |
Q. Is it necessary to take MRI scan for high prolactin levels and irregular periods?
Hello doctor, I am 40 years old. I have irregular for the past six months. I got checked my prolactin as per doctor advise which came out to be 27. Then the doctor prescribed me Estrogen-progesterone. Then the cycle was still irregular. After that my prolactin rise to 38. Cabergoline was prescribed for a month. Now from the past month, my cycle became regular. Gynecologist suggested me to go for Endocrinologist. I am worried about the MRI as she hinted about. I need your suggestion. | Hello. I just read your query and from what you have mentioned it appears that you had slight high prolactin levels and you took Cabergoline to treat that. Well, if at all you had some pituitary problem it gets resolved with Cabergoline and unless you do not have the same period problems like no periods at all for two to three months or headache persistently then there is no need for MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) pituitary. Repeat your prolactin when you finish your Cabergoline dose. I hope this helps. | |
Suggest treatment for obsessive compulsive disorder
gud after noon my husband is suffering from ocd.He behave normally for 4-5 days and after it he began thinking he is not safe,he may be the patient of any desease,he want to live aloneand so may negative thought comes into his mind plz tell me how to handle him at that time and any good tharepist in india..his age is 24 years.height is 178 cm and weight is 72 kg.he always feel insecure about his life. | Dear User,Thanks for using health care magic.From the available description it appears to me that he is not suffering with OCD. Such kind of presentation is more common with depression. You can see a psychiatrist in your city who will guide you through the course of treatment.I assure you that almost all district head quarters have atleast one or more psychiatrist and they are well equipped in treatment of such problem. Please take appropriate decision as soon as possible so the required help can be delivered to your husband.'Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help".Thanks | |
Suggest treatment for back hipbone pain
iam 25year old . after my 1st delivery i had a severe pain in back hipbone and my doctor advised to take tab microcid 25mg regularly ... daily in the night i was taken the tab almost three years .. now what i want to know is we plan for a second baby and what are precaution i have to follow . is there any problem if i continue the tab in the pregnancy period what are the side effects are happen ....myself and the baby . one of my friend told me is there severe problem could happen if i take the tab... give me the best suggestions so i will get an better idea ... | Hello, If you are planning for a baby again then the medicine you mentioned should be stopped. Since its painkillers, these are not good for the pregnancy. Rather taking medicine for pain during pregnancy stick to hot water fermentation and prepartum exercises. This will help to reduce pain and no trouble to the baby as well. Also, as you had back and hip pain I think you have muscle weakness and needs to workout behind it to get it strengthened. If you are planning for a baby do prepartum exercises and not for now. As any abdominal exercises will have negative effects over the baby for now. Wait till the pregnancy duration is over and do pre partum exercises. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist | |
What to do for the scrape and swelling on elbow and nose?
i fell tonight while running - deep scrape just above my elbow immediately swelled to a ball like shape. Also fell on my nose which i heard crack - it too is swollen and sore - but not unbearable. How do I treat - should I go to an urgent care? I am travelling on business | answer: Hello,Thank you for using Healthcaremagic.I read your question and understood your concern.I think ITS traumatic injury so get done x ray for both elbow and nose to diagnose any fracture and take inj tetenus toxoid, dressing for deep scratch by mean while have tab ciplox500mg and tab.zerodol p twice daily for 5 days you may continue training and try to change shoes which does not cause too much irritation Dr. Sandeep patil | |
How can severe pain in the shoulder be treated?
i recently painted the inside of our home and hurt my shoulder. it got well and then ive been gardening and swinging a sledge hammer and its out again. i cant move backwards and sometimes cant move in front of me .i find it hard to hold heaver things also. in pain all time. | Hi, If pain is continuous day and night and range of motion is painful reason may be rotator cuff tear in shoulder. I would like to advise: 1. X-ray of involved shoulder anteroposterior and axillary views to rule out bony abnormalities. 2. MRI of involved shoulder to check condition of rotator cuff muscles. please get it done from radiology center nearby you. Meanwhile keep shoulder splinted in shoulder immobilizer brace. Take tablet Ultracet P twice a day for pain relief. Visit to orthopedic surgeon with reports is recommended. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jayesh Vaza, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
Is there correlation between asthma and heart murmurs?
I am 26, have been asthmatic for 20 years. I recently found out I have a heart murmur. The technician mentioned that there might be a link between the two? Isn't rare to develop a heart murmur at my age...it seems unlikely no one has caught it before... | Hello.Thank you for asking at HCM.Yes, you are right. It's rare. Heart murmur usually is a sign of heart disease but there are other causes also. Also, sometimes very faint murmurs can be present in otherwise healthy persons.Longstanding asthma is not commonly related to heart disease. Although, a long-standing, uncontrolled asthma can affect right-side of heart after many years.So, at this point I would suggest you not to worry, and personally I would suggest you to get an Echocardiography done to know the structure and functioning of the heart. If it is normal, you should not worry.Hope this will be helpful to you.Wish you the best of the health.Regards. | |
Will it be safe to take ORNOF tablet for stomach pain?
My son is complaining stomach pain for the last 4/5 days after attending a Birthday Party. Doctor advised him to take ORNOF Tablets (One Tablet in the Morning & One Tablet in the Evening). Is it the right medicine ? Is there any side effects ?Sushanta Purkayastha | Stomach pain not a indication for order. But if he has cramping abdominal pain with loose stool that require ornof. It has not major side effect. | |
What does high liver function-ALT 107, AST 61 suggest?
My son has been feeling tired for a couple of weeks. I took him to the doctor because he had not been in about 3 years (he s 19). He is 6 ft and about 165 pounds. He has also been taking a mass gainer and another supplement with creatine. They did a complete blood panel on him. The doctors office called today and said his liver function was high.....ALT 107 and his AST 61. what does this mean? Could it be from the Creatine? | Hi...just elevated liver enzymes of this level of what you quote without any other associated symptoms cannot be correlated with the liver enzymes alone. Elevation of liver enzymes is of very non-specific value and does not mean anything unless it is being corroborated with other disease evidence which you query doesn't mention anything about. As of now if I were you treating pediatrician I suggest - you need not worry about this liver enzyme.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
How can one cure torticollis?
Good afternoon. My little brother was just diagnosed with torticollis at 14. As a medical marijuana advocate my first thought was to look that up as a treatment, and found a few people that said it worked for them. However they were quite dated. | Hello, As your little brother is diagnosed with Torticollis, I will advise taking physiotherapy management, as the muscles of the neck are tightened and always in the spasmodic state. By releasing the tightness in the muscles will help to correct the torticollis. Most cases respond well to physiotherapy management. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist | |
Diagnosed for asthma. Taking seritide, windel plus and budicord along with Courtson. Long term effects of steroids?
hello doctor,my father is 82 years old.last 15 years he diagnosed for asthma.he was a smoker.he did non smoke last 30 years.now he take seritide inhaler 2 puff daily,onbreeze and nebulized with windel plus and budicord,frulac 40mg tablet daily. but this medicine is not working.daily he is attack by asthma.but if he take tablet cortson 10mg (steroid) he become get better.now every day he take cortson.isn't it harmfull for his health?how many days he continue this steroid? | it is harmful you cannot continue itt you can change inhalers or increase the dose plus antiallergic medicinesi advice to consult again for retitration of dosages rather than taking cortisone | |
Smelly discharge from Naval, suffering with bloated stomach, pain, nausea, back pain. Advise
I have a variety of symptoms that may or may not be related, I'll work back in date order so here goes... Most recently I have noticed a smelly discharge coming from my belly button - it has been happening every couple of days at the moment. It leaks a clear smelly fluid. I cleaned it and the cotton wool was yellow after? For the last 5-6 weeks I've been suffering with a very bloated/ swollen stomach that gives me pain sometimes down low on the left near my pubis and sometimes the pain is high up by my navel. Along with this, I suffered a bout of strong nausea and have been having some pain between my shoulder blades. Also, I have had bad back pain for almost two years now that suddenly started one day when I was walking fast and it has never gone away. It is my lower back (tailbone area can be centered or to the left or right. But always in the same area of the lower back) that seems to get worse and feel tight when I walk at a decent pace. I have received physiotherapy on it, but it did nothing for the pain. I have not seen a doctor or had any tests about my back since the physio.Im wondering if these symptoms are consistant with anything? I am due to have an ultrasound scan soon on my stomach incase its anything to do with my ovaries/womb? I am sick of feeling sick! It seems something new is added to the list each week. Usually, I am very rarely ill. so all these symptoms are starting to get me down as I feel there is no diagnosis in sight. please advise if you can? | Hi there ~I understand your concerns. The smelly discharge from your belly button is concerning and I am thinking that you have an infection there that needs to be treated. It is not uncommon to have this sort of infection and systemic antibiotics need to be prescribed. I hope you see a doctor for this as well as the other reasons you have been describing. I feel like you may also have a urinary tract infection as well as something going on in your lower abdomen most probably your bowels, so a lower GI endoscopy might reveal your problems. I also feel like you need a pelvic examination and an ultrasound from a gynecologist for the pain in your lower abdomen.I hope this helps. Take care and have a lovely day! | |
Suggest treatment for hepatomegaly with fattty infiltration
Hi doctor, I'm a breast and thyroid cancer patient. I've been having right side pain around the liver. The GI doctor requested an abdominal sonogram. I have been diagnosed with Hepatomegaly with fatty infiltration and liver size is 19.0 cm. Please advice. Thank you. | Thank you for posting your query.further evaluation and history.whats your age? weight? height?any chemotherapeutic medication which liver toxic?is hep A, B C viral serology Negative?? did you do a lipid profile test?if all above results negative thenadvice:abstinence from "Alcohol and drugs" - LOW fat diet should be followed- NO red meat- vegetables should be ingested daily- Moreover, less activity should be carried out (no sports). - use lemon juice (lemonade) once in a day- walk 30 to 40 minutes everyday. (loose weight if overweight)- or swimming is alternative to walking- NO sports and NO jogging-"recheck liver enzymes after 6 to 8 weeks".wish you good health.further queries are welcomed.Health professionals aim to diagnose properly and manage patients according to their limited knowledge. Cure is blessed by the ONE who Created us, whose power and knowledge is unlimited .wish you good health.regards,Dr Tayyab Malik | |
Is bronchitis associated with chest burns & breathing difficulties?
hello doctor.... its been 2 years now and i have had some problems breathing. when i breath i hear a strange noise in my throat like i have asthma and when i cough my chest burns a lot. i have seen different doctors and they have given me some medicines because they thought of bronchitis but i dont feel any better. i have been frustrated of it .please please give me advice what can i do and what do i really have???? thnx | Hi,Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.The lungs and the visceral pleura are devoid of pain fibers.The parietal pleura ,chest wall ,central air-ways and mediastinal structures have pain fibers and may be the source of respiratory pain. Tracheitis can cause a central soreness/chest burns (retrosternal /mid-chest) over the trachea .Strange noise in your throat like you have asthma ,seems to be stridor (loud musical sound of constant pitch) which comes from obstruction of central airways e.g. trachea or larynx.Flexible Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy for direct visualization of the tracheobronchial tree is advised as initial investigation.Regards Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D.Mumbai | |
What are the effects of horse shoe kidney on the fetus?
Hi, I am 37 and 6 weeks pregnant. This is my first ever pregnancy (male infertility - my husband has oligospermia). I have found out a couple of years ago that I have horseshoe kidney and I would like to know how this can affect my pregnancy. I also have retroverted uterus tilted toward the back. Thank you very much for your consideration. | Hi,A horseshoe kidney usually does not affect pregnancy and childbirth. A horseshoe kidney is a congenital fusion of two developed kidneys which are connected to each other at the lower part. It forms a U shape which is similar to that of a horseshoe and therefore the name. If your have never had any complication due to horseshoe kidneys then it is unlikely that the growing baby in the uterus will be affected by the horseshoe and neither will your kidney functions be compromised in any way due to presence of horse shoe kidneys.However, if you have had any serious kidney function decline earlier then pregnancy may cause some risks and needs to be monitored with care. The strain of pregnancy on body along with serious kidney damage might cause pregnancy complications like premature delivery, eclampsia, stillbirth.This is because the kidneys have to work more to filter wastes produced by both mother and fetus, which will certainly cause further damage to your kidneys.Should there be such a concern the you should get regular ultrasound scans of kidneys and kidney functions repeated at regular intervals and discuss the results with the doctor. | |
What causes recurrent pain in left side of body?
Recurrent left side pain. Pain sharper at times, but almost alwasys aware of left side. usually lessened with Ibuprophen. Could be kidney, but not certain. History of stones. Stomach bloating.discomfort also. Problems with constipation. Occasional cycles of dark brown urine but with extra water will go away within 2 hours if present. Who to followup with GI or Urology? | hai,As your query seems to be recurrent kidney stones.left side sharp pain,brown color urine gives an indication for kidney stones.kindly go for an ultrasound to rule the cause for your problem.urine routine will also reveal the presence of stones.i suggest you to visit a urologist for further assessment and treatment.thank youhope i answered your query | |
Do high blood pressure and high ferritin levels damage the liver?
Diagnosed with NASH 1 1/2 years ago when first diagnosed with Hemochromatosis. Enzyme levels back to normal as is the size of my liver. Current ferritin level is 6. High blood pressure discovered a month ago and dr. has me on 12.5mg of HCTZ a day. Will this caused any damage to my liver? 48 yr. old male 6ft. 263 lbs. | Thanks for posting your concern on HCM!I appreciate your concern for the high BP and high Ferritin levels.Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ - 12.5 mg/day) is used to treat mild hypertension and it seems your BP is well controlled with this dose. HCTZ is unlikely to cause liver damage, however patients with severe liver disease or cirrhosis are very susceptible to thiazide-induced electrolyte disturbances ( hypokalemic hypochloremic alkalosis) which can cause hepatic coma.Hemochromatosis is a hereditary disorder in which excess of iron is stored in the tissues of major organs, especially liver, pancreas, heart and testes.Serum ferritin measures the amount of iron stored in the body. For adults, the ideal range is 50-150 ng/ml.Over a period of years, the stored iron can severely damage many organs, leading to organ failure and chronic diseases such as cirrhosis, diabetes and heart failure.Regular removal of blood (phlebotomy) can be done every 8 weeks. Serum ferritin drops about 30ng/mL with each full unit (500 cc) of blood removed.The goal is to bring blood ferritin levels to an ideal range of 50-150 ng/mL. Hope your doubts have been clarified to your satisfaction. Should you need to ask more queries, please feel free to send them to HCM.Best regards! | |
Suggest treatment for a red spot on the cheek
My 5 yro daughter has a circlular red spot on one cheek, about the size of 50cent piece. No other symptons other than a snotty nose. The "redness" is bright and not raised or rough. Any suggestions on treatment as it has been present for 7 days now. | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic. Skin conditions are best diagnosed only after seeing directly. I suggest you to upload photographs of the same on this website, so that I can guide you scientifically. Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed)., | |
Can Letoval effect periods?
hi iam kavitha, i am taking letoval 2.5 mg from 2nd day of my period and duphaston from 18th day for 10 days. now i missed my period. my period was on feb 22nd. and almost 6 days I took a pregnancy test its showing negative. what is my problem? do i need to wait? | HiLetoval does not affect your menstrual cycles.It has a little effect on ovulation by modulaating the Luteinising hormone(LH)You may have to repeat the test since it may be a little early.You can repeat the test after 4 to 5 days for a more reliable result.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. RegardsDr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician | |
What causes hair loss after nervous colon treatment?
I m 27 years old, I was practice sport since 12 years everything going well I never asked for doctor ,and once I stoped, everything fell down, first after one year for I didn t practice I had Colon nervous I follow the traitement of doctor and I beat it now and for one year I m sufring for hair fall even in all the body it became too weak, I lost some in front of my head in my arms too it s not the way it was pleas doctors any help pleas and if you need any Analysis just ask or send to me a letter, I appreciate your efforts thnks | Hello, Nervous colon will lead nutrition deficiencies. So we have to correct the deficiencies by IV infusion of vitamin and other supplements. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Saravanan , Cosmetic & Plastic Surgeon | |
What causes bluish discoloration of face in a child on antibiotics?
Just got back from the doctors and my 15 month old has strep. Just started her on the antibiotics and baby motrim. Her hands, arms and then face turned blue for a couple minutes then went away then came back slighty and went away. Is this chills from the fever or a reaction to the antibiotics? | HiHands , feet , ear , nose may turn blue due to cold temperatures, chills. If lips and youngsters are turning blue get her evaluated. |
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