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What could cause pricking sensation under the sole of foot with feeling of something round inside?
Hi, I have a prick sensation under the sole of my foot. It feels like a needle poking under the skin whenever I press that particular area. I don't remember stepping onto anything sharp but there is something round inside. What can I do to get rid of it? | This is called a calcareous spear , you can do ultrasound ( at a physical therapist)also i recommend an x ray first to confirmGood Luck | |
Blood report shows leukopenia. What to do?
blood report shows: 1. wbc 2.8 2. rbc 3.8 3. platelet 140 4.hemoglobin: 11.4 gm/dil 5. HCT 36 6.MCV: 95 7.MCH: 30 8.RDW: 13.6 9.poly morphs 55 10. Lymphocytes: 33 11.Eosinophills: 2 12. Basophils:0 pbs study report 1. leukopenia with normal morphology seen 2.red cells are normocytic and normochromic 3. platelets are slightly reduced in smear. i m worried .please advise what to do. i do not have any weakness or weight loss. sukla chakraborty, female, 50. | Hi, Welcome to HCM, Nothing to worry, in few conditions like viral infection, typhoid, dengue there might be leucopenia. Consult your doctor and tell about your problem like fever, cold cough. Repeat blood test after 2 days to know the platelet count. Ok and bye. | |
What causes severe pain in the hand and fingers?
I am experiencing severe pain in my right hand and fingers. it is very red and on top of my hand it is very swollen. There is a pain that sorta feels like a throbbing vein burning under the skin in the bend of leg, under right arm and down right arm in too the hand Now the fingers feel like they are drawing | Hi, Consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. Probably it can be a sign of arthritis. As of now, you can take analgesics like Acetaminophen or Diclofenac for pain relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Q. I am getting periods once in three months. Will it affect my fertility?
Hi doctor, I am a 17-year-old female. I am not getting my periods regularly and they occur once every three months and sometimes even six months. I did not have sex ever still I am not getting my periods. I started getting my periods in my eighth grade, since then they have not been regular. Please do tell me the reason why am I not getting my periods regularly? I consulted with two of the gynecologist. They prescribed me some medicines which were having very bad side effects on me. So I stopped taking them. I still had to know that will I be able to get my periods regularly like every month? And will it affect my future in any manner? | Hi. Do not worry, this is all normal. Now you are in a period of adolescence. Your hormonal levels are not fully mature. By around 20-21 years of age, you will have regular periods. In a normal cycle, you should ovulate around the 14-15th day of periods. Always 14 days after ovulation you will get periods. In the initial few years, the hormones controlling this ovulation are not fully normal or mature, so you do not ovulate. So the bleeding which occurs every three to six months is not real periods. It may be light bleeding or heavy clots with pain or no pain at all. I hope you have got thyroid profile and serum prolactin done (both in empty stomach, early morning sample). These hormones can affect ovulation. Even if not overweight try to reduce any mid-body obesity around waist, thighs, and breast. These fats can convert into hormones and affect ovulation. Do not bother for a scan at this age. To control weight have regular aerobic exercise and brisk walking. Have regular dieting and high protein food. No fasting, no junk foods. Your weight should be height in cm -100 (for example: 156 cm - 100 = 56 kg). Do not worry about future problems. I hope this helps. | |
What can be the cause for pain behind the knee?
I have short stinging pain coupled with deeper aching sensations. It started behind my right knee a couple of days ago and seems to be moving further down and higher up the back of my leg. I am overweight but other than that am a perfectly healthy 31 year old woman. Any ideas? | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. Your symptoms seem to be related to a Bakers cyst.Baker's cyst is a pocket of fluid that builds up in the back of the knee, leading to pain and swelling. Baker's cysts may not be noticed at first, as small cysts do not typically cause pain. However, as the cyst grows, it may shift the surrounding muscles or put pressure on tendons and nerves, causing pain.I suggest using cold compresses for local application. I also suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms 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 causes sore lymph node near the jaw with lump on neck tendon?
My husband s lymph node on the underside of his jaw has been bothering him lately. Today he noticed a lump about the same size of the node on his neck tendon above is collarbone... Does this sound at all familiar for something? Its extremely sore and bothersome and both lymph node and lump are on the same side of his neck. | Welcome to Health care magic.1. The history provided by you suggest me - the lump / lesion at the underside of the jaw - could be sailoadenitis ( salivary gland pathology - dilatation of the duct due to infection and inflammation).2.The one below it could be the lymph nodal enlargement ( lymph nodal enlargement is seen in infection or inflammation localised / systemic, here it look like localised.3.An ultrasound examination will help to assess the nature of the lumps its source and their extension.4.After that if required an FNAC - fine needle aspiration cytology would help to know the type of cells.5.Depending on the findings the treatment will be given.As a home remedy do not scratch, press the lesion - it will daly healing process, maintain local hygiene. Good luck.Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health.Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you. | |
Need medication for bumps on the upper thigh
I randomly started to get bumps on my upper thigh and noticed that when I itch white bumps appear and soon turn purple like a bruise under my skin ... It's spreading and now is all over my legs , stomach ,and arms ... Itches a lot at night . What could this be !!! | HIWelcome to H C MI I my opinion it IS due to allergy or worms in intestines . GO FOR BLOOD EXAM. FOR TLC,DLC,TOTAL Eosinophil Counts ,IGESugarUrinalysis, Your doctor would prescribe Anti allergy medicines,may deworm you.Thanksyour doctor would prescribe antiallergic medicine taken in evening ,,deworming medicine for worms in intestines .thanks | |
Delayed periods. Clots of blood changes its colour everyday. Not expecting to be pregnant. Miscarriage?
Hi.. Im not trying to be pregnant and my period was about 1.5 wks late. I had very light spotting once or twice couple days before starting what I had thought was finally my period. At my heaviest i recognized some clots and when I wiped myself i saw a gray purplish like blob of .. I'm not sure even what to call it. I have been using a tampon and when i told my friend who went through an abortion before she recommended i use a pad. every since then i only bleed when i use the restroom and clots are still coming out. my abdominal pain only lasted two days. The types of blood has been changing from flush of mucus dark red to bright red to now very little purplish sandy blotches. I started wednesday night. and now it is saturday. I do not have a doctor to go to . I cannot go to my parents. All I can think is that I've had a miscarraige. Although this whole event might have been an accident I have been feeling very emotional and angry and tired and confused. I have not been feeling like myself the past couple weeks. Thinking I was PMSing till i got my period. | Hi,Thanks for the query.The possibilities are:-Delayed periods, due to some homronal imbalance.May be the tissue you mentioned is overgrown endometrial tissue due to delay in periods.-Miscarriage.As you are not able to consult gynecologist now, you go for urine pregnancy test once.If the test comes positive there is possibility for miscarriage or if the test comes as negative, the bleeding could be menstrual flow only.In case of miscarriage, if the bleeding continues you have to consult gynecologist once.For more details you can ask me through: care. | |
Trying to conceive unsuccessfully. Will taking coq forte, lubiq 300 help in conception?
Hello,I am 32 year old male,3 months back I have married but still no hope for baby.my sperm count is normal.My wife 1 year before marriage was taking pain killer (because of lower abdomen pain during menses).But from last one year she left taking pain killers.Is taking Coq forte /ubiq300/siotone a good option for conceive a child?.Please suggest. | Hello, Thanks for the query. Chances of conception within 1 year of regular unprotected intercourse is as high as 85%. You are married just 3 months back. Just have patience. Since your semen analysis is normal there are high chances of conception. I recommend you to get an ultrasonography of your wife to rule out pathology causing chronic pain abdomen. Ask her to start folic acid tablets, healthy balanced diet and moderate exercise. Wish you good luck regards, Dr Nilofer | |
What causes severe cold and cough?
Hi. When I have a cold and cough hard, I sometimes get a painful stinging, prickly sensation in the lungs (i think), which radiates all across my back. A couple of days ago, I swallowed down the "wrong tube" and coughed hard, and that happened again. This time it was very painful and the cough was so hard that pain radiated down my arms to my hands. The pain goes away quickly but leaves me sort of beaten up. | Hi,From history it seems that due to swallowed down in the wrong tube might have given straneous hard cough bout leading to stretching and strain of inter-costal muscles giving this problemNothing to worry, gradually it will be alright within 2-3 days.Meanwhile you can take some analgesic, muscle relaxant medicine as needed.Take cough suppressant syrup to get symptomatic relief from cough.)Ok and take care. | |
What are the symptoms and treatment for lupus disease?
HELLO! MY NAME IS LOLA AND IM CONCERNED ABOUT THAT I MAY HAVE LUPUS. AND MY FAMILY DOCTOR IS TRYING TO FIND A RHEUMATOLOGISTS TO TAKE ME.I JUST WANT TO RULE IT OUT BECAUSE I HAVE HAD A ROUGH TIME WITH MY HEALTH.13 YEARS AGO I HAD BOTH TEST FOR LUPUS AND THE ONR TEST WAS BY PERSENTAGE WAS RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE- I CANT FIND A DOCTOR TO RUN THE TEST OVER AND DONT KNOW WHERE TO GET HELP. MY MOTHER,SISTER,UNCLE,AND 4 COUSINS THAT DO HAVE LUPUS. PLEASE CALL ME IF YOU CAN HELP.989-464-4034 | lupus called as systemic lupus erythematosis is chronic inflammatory mulisystemic disease which mainly includes-feverarthritis(inflammation of joints)rashes(malar rash),maculopapular rash due to photosenstivityoral ulceryour physician would diagnose it clinically based on above mentioned symptoms.you should undergo following test -ANA (anti nuclear antibody)Anti ds DNAmeanwhile you can take following medicine to relieve pain-tab voveron sr100 twice daily for 5 daystab pan 40 once daily before breakfast.if you are diagnosed with lupus,your doctor will start appropriate course of specific drugs to treat lupus. thankyou and take care. | |
Suggest treatment options for low sperm count in males
Hi today got my sperm analysis I have varicose vein and 3-4 motile and non motile per hpf.fructose positive colour normal whitish .liquefaction time normal alkaline. Kindly suggest me treatment for low sperm count.2 to 3 pus cells seen.and 2.5ml sample | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. In your case the varicocele appears to be the main cause of low sperm count i would suggest you to get treatment for varicocele which would automatically increase sperm count. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
62 yr old male, always thinks that someone is spying on him and trying to poison him. Reason?
Hello! Im very concerned about my father who is getting ready to 62 years of age. I moved him down from Chicago last June to stay with me & my husband & two small children. Reason being is because he had called me & said that there were cameras put in his apartment, So the other tenants can spy on him & he had said he recently just got out of the emergency room. He said that one of the tenants broke into his place & poisoned his potato salad he had in his fridge. well he moved in with me & did nothing but sleep all day & stay up all night. So I found him a one room apartment hoping he would help his self accomplish in getting a job & etc. Instead he complained that there were cameras in his room & even called the police & told them another tenant was poisoning him with gas from the stove. So I moved him back in & he continued to do nothing at all. So I sent him to stay with my brother & he said there were cameras there & someone was trying to poison him with carbon monoxide through the vents. Now he is staying in a shelter which is helping him find residency & a job, which is very good. But is there some illiness to what he is imagining? Ive wore myself out trying to find out why he is thinking these things & actually believing them. He is a veteran & goes to the V.A. But can you help me solve what his condition is, so I can understand? | As per reported by you your dad seems to be suspecting tenants trying to harm him leading to distress. He also seems to have alteration in sleep wake cycle and definitely not a normal routine. However does he also have any other psychotic symptoms like hallucinations or any other behavioural problems? How is his interaction with others? Have you noticed any recent onset memory deficits in him, especially recent memory loss, or other cognitive tasks like handling money, buying things, going outside at public places alone? Has there any previous such episodes in past? Is he having any other medical illness or on any long term medication? Getting information on this questions is vital before reaching any conclusion. However if he is willing to consult any psychiatrist or neurophysician its worth doing it and get evaluated at earliest as there is strong element of possible dementia vs late onset psychosis. | |
Need treatment for knee pain
SIR MY MOTHER IS HAVING A KNEE PAIN FROM LAST 4 MONTHS ..SHE CANT EVEN WALK PROPERLY !! WE HAVE CONSULTED MANY DOCTORS ,THEY HAVE GIVEN LONG LIST OF MEDICINES BUT NO USE OF THEM !! WHAT TO DO ?? I NEED YOUR HELP ?? SOME DOCTORS SAYS THAT SHE WILL BE FINE AND SOME SAYS THAT THERE WILL BE A OPERATION OF KNEE !! I NEED UR HELP THAT WAHT SHOULD WE DO ?? | Hello, As history directs my thoughts towards the Osteoarthritis of the knee for your Mother. I can understand the pain is high and there is difficulty in walking. I will help you with some therapy part and you can try this which should yield good results. Try taking help from a physiotherapist who can help your mother with physiotherapy management of the knee. The knee treatment includes - a therapeutic ultrasound for reducing the joint inflammation, TENS therapy - for reducing pain, knee braces, exercises - static hamstring, static quadriceps, straight leg raise, ankle toe movements, hip strengthening exercises. With the above-mentioned therapy of knee, your mother should find the change in the overall muscle strength of the lower limbs and will help improve their pain and walking. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist | |
How to treat memory loss?
For years I have felt like I am stoned but I don't smoke, about 3 years ago I had carbon monoxide poisoning and ever since have been extremly tired and have had difficulty doing anything, about a yr ago it started getting worse and 5 months ago I started having sever confussion, memory loss, difficulty thinking of anything, near black out upon standing and walking after a min. The confussion is gone but I am so tired all the time, I am having the near black outs so many times a day I cannot count, I cannot think at all, my words get all messed up, words that I know I just can't think of. I have had all sorts of test but they just say they will have to wait and watch. | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. ou have nothing to worry. All these symptoms are associated with anxiety. Carbon Monoxide poison happened 3 years ago. This symptoms has nothing to do with that poisoning. In fact, people across high density cities wade through carbon monoxide poisoning every day. Carbon Monoxide do not have such effects (like you have now). It is clearly of anxiety. You are imagining the symptoms because you fear that they may be real. Consult a psychologist. Soon.If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this website. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques which should help you cure your condition further.Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
What is the treatment period for HPV 55 with cream and Aciclovir?
I have 35 years old and I hav HPV 55. The local treatment until last year in june it was a cream with aciclovir (this is the acvitve substance). Is better but not enough. How much can I continue this treatment. I can consult an DR in JUne, i hope. Thanks. Mari | Treatment for HPV depends on severity of infection . mainstay of treatm ent is surgery. Iquimod topical cream more effective than acyclovir cream. Better meet your doctor. Hope this helps. Thankyou | |
What causes recurring cold and diarrhea?
Hello, I am an 18 year old male. For the past 5 months I have gotten a cold about every 3 weeks. Symptoms include severe headache, slight fever, thick brown mucous even with blood in it sometimes, congestion, nasty sounding cough, fatigue, and a bad sore throat. And most days I have diarrhea in the morning. It lasts about a week and then comes back again like clockwork. I take multi-vitamins every day, I am active outside, and take a gram of vitamin C every morning. Also, this one is strange but my left ear feels like it has water in it, it makes that sound and feeling of water moving around in there. That ear also bled every time I cleaned it in the morning for the past year or so. There is never any pain, just bright red blood, almost neon looking. My doctor says I am fine and says I don't need any medicine the few times I have gone in, it will go away on its own she says. She checks my ears and says there is nothing wrong. Thanks for the help! | Hello,It sounds like something is going on with your immune system. I definitely think your doctor should check an HIV test and other labs including thyroid. If you smoke or drink alcohol please stop as those can impair your immunity. You should not even be in the room with someone who is smoking. If your doctor can not sort this out consider seeing an infectious disease specialist and keep up the good work with the vitamins.Regards | |
Will masturbation cause problems in future sex life?
Dear Sir,, I am Mamstrubating since 10 years daily once .. and now I am 24 Years Old... Does It affect to my sexual life in future ... and does it affect to get me good job because in government job all type of medical exams will be done.. So please help me out...Age - 24, Hight - 5.5 feet weight - 63 kg.. | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Masturbation within limits is a safe and pleasurable sexual activity enjoyed by most people. It is said that masturbation is normal 2 to 3 times a week and upto once a day. This basically releases sexual tension and is also lowers stress.Masturbation becomes a problem when done more than once daily and if your mind is busy with thoughts of masturbation and sexual nature and you are unable to concentrate on your work and study.Till you get married you can masturbate 2 to 3 times a week as per your choice till you get married. This is perfectly normal and acceptable male behavior. It will not affect your marriage or job search. | |
Would nodules on thyroid turn into cancer?
I was first diagnosed with 1 nodule on half of my thyroid (I had left side removed /tumor in thyroid had to remove to do biopsy in 1989) then it became 2 and now 4. Three are solid and 1 with fluid. Had biopsy done early in April of this year and they were benign. My question and concern is can they eventually become cancer if they are not taken care of? | Benign nodules of the thyroid if left untreated can become malignant over a long period of time. Roughly 10% nodules become malignant over 20 years. The features of they turning malignant are sudden increase in size, pain, appearance of other nodules outside the thyroid, change in voice, difficulty in breathing or swallowing. Any of these changes should prompt you to consider removal of the remaining thyroid. | |
Is it possible to cure hepatitis C with alternative medicines ?
i am suffering from hep c for the last 6 yrs..tried combination treatment of ribavirin peg interferon for six mths..about 2 mths back i i had been detected wid the same virus and moreover the viral load has increased to 2.7 million. wat shd be the symptoms at this stage and how to cope with it.i dont want the treatment to repeat,as it is too much expensive and i vannot afford the same..Please guide if i can find a trustfull treatment in Ayurveda or Homeopathy... | 1. You haven't told about the MODE of Transmission by which you get infected, because it is not transmitted by Sexual Intercourse (very rare) 2.your place of origin, because more than 80% patients with HCV in India are due to blood transfusion or hemodialysis. 3. you haven't mentioned about the symptoms?? 4. even is the virus is removed from the blood, "sustained virologic response" will be there. 5. It will end either with Cirrhosis of Liver or Liver CA. 6. No Vaccination is available till date, and because we are measuring viral load in the blood and not in the liver cells thus HCV viral load doesn't tell you anything that how fast hepatitis is progressing. 7. Avoid spicy,oily,heavy food,take sweet,bitter vegetables and ripe fruits, Pranayam breathing is helpful. 8. In Ayurveda we have three classes of drugs: i. Anti-viral of which Bhoomyamalaki (Phyllanthus nirurii) and Kutki (Picrorrhiza kurroa) are best ii. Hepato protective of which Bhringraj (Eclipta alba) and Ghritkumari (Aloe vera) are best. iii. Liver Detoxifying of which chirayata (Swertia chirata) is best, you can consult an Ayurveda Physician there for the same. | |
What makes a cancer patient to vomit brownish fluid?
Hi, my nan has be diagnosed with lung cancer and this past week has been vomiting more and has said that it is brown in colour. I am just wondering if we should be concerned that she is deteriorating quicker than what we estimated, my nan is currently 88 years old and is a slim built lady | Dear sir. kindly look at the colour personally n quantity. if reddish like a blood n more quantity kindly meet the pulmonologist immediately. if not some times the blood tinge swallowed with come out as brownish. but if it's more. kindly meet the doc. | |
Q. I have a mole that is itchy and has bled. Is it skin cancer?
Hello doctor, I am hoping you can advise me. I have a mole on my chest that has been changing for about a month now. It is itchy at times and it has bled (small spots) as I am sure from the itching. I am worried it is skin cancer. Can you help? | Hello. From your description and given picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity), it seems you are having a mole or melanocytic nevus. They are considered benign melanomas and nothing actively needs to be done for them. If the mole shows a sudden increase in size, differential pigmentation, bleeding, irregular borders, etc., then you may go for a skin biopsy. For more information consult a dermatologist online --> | |
Never able to penetrate inside my wife during sex so am I an impotent?
Hi, I am a 42 years old divorcee. I am a healthy man. I married my first wife in March, 2009. During my first night with my wife she never was interested in sex. From day one of my marriage my wife was never interested in sex at all. My marriage lasted about one year. I never could penetrate inside my wife's vagina. She was never interested in touching my penis. She never did foreplay with me although I did foreplay with her. I never could penetrate inside my wife. When I masturbate I am able to produce semen. But I never could penetrate inside my wife's body. What is the reason behind this? My wife's side called me as impotent. I think that this is unfair because my wife never aroused me by foreplay, etc. Please answer me whether I am impotent. | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.No, you can't be impotent.There is need for sildenafile citrate to you. This is aphrodisiac drug. It can give you good eraction.Please take it under doctors guidance. Do not take overdose of the Viagra. It can cause damage to the vascular tissue of the penis.The reason for the impotence can't be only locally. You also have to change your thinking. If you tie a Knott in your mind that you can't achieve eraction than you never achieve it.Please watch porn movie before the act. This can also help you achieve good eraction.Please take good sleep and good diet containing appropriate antioxidant and natural substances. Fruits , green leafy vegetables, beans etc.I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.Thank you,Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist,HCM. | |
What could be the impact of low B 12 and high potassium and sodium in blood with history of having heart problems?
Saw my doctor last week because I was sobbing for no reason, light headed, felt porely...following a blood test she has me getting Vitamin B12 shots daily for 1 month, then reducing; due to prior heart problems (triple by-pass) she has me seeing my cardiologist (I was doing so well I am on a every other year annual checkup with him. Could the high potassium in my blood be endangering my heart. I am a widow and have been basically eating Lean Cuizine and Healthy Choice meals, thinking that was a good thing. What may be the bad results of low B-12 and other problems a result of high potassium/sodium in my blood? Is there a charge for this? If so, don t respond. | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern in your case nothing are related either with the potassium or any other electrolyte component, of course the high potassium level could cause great harm to body, no need to worry this may not be in your case, you must have given vitamin B12 for extra supplement of vitamin stop thinking irrelevant this could make you more conscious, take care and have nice day. | |
Suggest treatment for depression
My nephew was admitted to a new higher secondary school after passing class X with good marks about 2 months ago. Perhaps he was tortured/ragged by his school friends. Suddenly,he has become violent and talks and behaves like a mad person.We are in Guwahati(Assam). Where and to whom should we take him? | Hi dear. I had gone through your query. I had understand your concern Examinations always lead to some stress and tension.Behaviour disturbances need to be evaluated in detail.Violent behaviour does not always indicate depression. There are other possibilities too.Mental status examination will give better idea of thought processes and mood.Consult psychiatrist and get help. Depression can be treated with medicine like antidepressant. But proper evaluation is must before taking it.I hope I have answered your question. Happy to help you further. Thank you. | |
Stopped birth control. Missed period. Done pregnancy test. What is the reason?
my girl friend is not having her periods since 40 days..recently she has stopped using pills.which she used for 8 months for controling pregnency.during the use of pills she some time had periods for 2 times in a month but after stopping using pills she had no periods.she had a pregnency test to and its all fine..what is the main problem with her and what are the measures?is it normal problem or its complex one? | Hi, I understand your concern regarding the missed periods. After stopping the oral contraceptive pill the return to a normal pattern of menstruation may require some time. Some women begin to have regular periods from the first month. But in some cases it may take upto 3 months for the return of periods. Since the pregnancy test is negative, if you have not used any other contraceptive measure, repeat the test after 10-15days preferably by using the first morning sample of urine. In some women, ovulation may be erratic and may not always occur on the predicted day of the cycle which is usually day 14 from the first day of menses when women stop using OC pills. Hence the timing of conceiving and becoming pregnant is difficult to predict. The repeat test helps in detecting a pregnancy that may have occurred at a later date. Meanwhile I would recommend that you use some other contraceptive like condoms if pregnancy is not desirable.If the pregnancy test it is still negative and pregnancy is not desirable then continue to use some other method like condoms and wait for upto 3 months if everything else is fine. If the periods still do not return she may need further evaluation and have an ultrasound examination as well as a hormonal workup done to evaluate the cause. hope this helps you and please do not worry as the matter does not appear to be a complex one at present. | |
How long does a bruised trachea take to heal?
how long does it take for bruised trachea to heal? my husband and I were experimenting with choke play about 2 weeks ago and bruised my trachea however it is still extremely painful to swallow and feels like my throat dries out three times faster than it used to. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Trachea is a sensitive organ and it will take a month to heal. Analgesics will help. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What causes memory loss after waking up from sleep?
I have blackouts, and when I say blackouts I mean like I can go to sleep one night, after my head feels fogged up and I have a headache, and I wake up the next morning and I don t remember anything or anyone. I don t know what is causing it. Any help? | HiThis condition, called "confused arousal," .Such episodes are more common among people with major depression, anxiety disorder and bipolar disorder. There is no specific treatment for this condtion but the proper treatment of associated problems like depression or anxiety disorders ,may inprove this condtion also .I advise that consult with psychiatric for management of underlying psychopathology.Best wishes | |
Is there any natural treatment for varicocele?
Hi I am diagnosed to have varicocele in my left side. I am just 20 and not in mood for surgery now. Its of grade 1, and the artery or vein is 2.1mm enlarged and 1.7mm normal. How long can I go without surgery? Are there any preventive or natural methods to reduce it? What are it s effects? | Hi, Please don't undergo surgery without semen analysis. Grade 1 doesn't need surgery. It will not cause any problem. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. B. Radhakrishnan. Nair, OBGYN | |
What to expect in the last stages while having crest disease?
My sister has battled with CREST disease for many years. Last fall a port was put in her chest for direct medication. Its the artery that pumps from the lungs to the heart. A month ago she has some testing done that showed the port was doing the job effectively. This past weekend her entire body went numb but she never lost consciousness. The feelings on the left side of her body came back within the next 24 to 36 hours. Doctors told her it was similar to "have a stroke". They also suggested that it could be neurological; thus she will be seeing a neurologist in the next couple of days. Can you please tell me what I need to expect going forward for end stage of CREST disease? Thank you for your time. | what is your wife's age.is she having diabetes also?reasons for this kind of pain could be multiple,depending upon other associated conditions.still if she experience this kind of pain multiple times better to get cardiac evaluation done,including an echocardiography and TMT,if these are not panic attacks,which can be ruled out only after proper history.also you need to check her blood pressure and heart rate whenever she has this blurred vision to rule out high and low blood pressure. | |
Q. Kindly suggest a diet chart for a kidney transplanted patient
Hi doctor, Four years before I had a kidney transplant. My weight is 79 kg and height is 164 cm. My current medication is immunosuppressant. Please explain me the diet chart. | Hi. I am initially guiding you, but I always advise you to take a personalized diet plan. For further information consult a dietician online --> | |
Suggest remedy for persistent cough and joint pain
I am suffering from two month cold cough and joint pain.I have taken som medicine for cough but not yet cure. Some nodal problem is also facing.ocasionaly I feel some chest problem but I have don chest xray.doctor says allergic problem.iam feeling some sound changing also | Hi,thanks for writing to healthcaremagic.you seem to have allergic coughyou should do the following. 1. Steam inhalation 3-4 times a day 2. warm saline( water+ pinch of salt) gargles 3 times day,especially before going to bed 3.Drink only lukewarm water 4. Take mild analgesic like ibuprofen or acetaaminofen for joint pain 5. start antihistaminics(anti allergic tablets) like levocetrizine. most important of them all is STEAM INHALATION and WARM SALINE GARGLEShope i have answered your query. if any doubts you can get back anytime you want, otherwise please close the discussion and rate the answerThank you | |
Suggest treatment for weakness and discomforts in the leg after chemo radiation treatment
my 77 yr old mother has had chemo and radiation treaments. 6weeks later she is so week, she cannot stand on her legs. she was very active prior to therapy. her meds consist of compazine and a steroid for back pain. she was diagnosed with osteroporosis and had her cracked 2 vertabrates.prior to the canceosr diagnose. does not complain about any pain.wat can we do to get her on her feet. are the meds partof the cause. should we ween her of these? please help we are using hospice so its difficult for pro info | Hello, Weakness is a common problem after chemotherapy due to decreased level of hemoglobin. The pain in legs can be related to osteoporosis also at her age. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Praveen Tayal, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
What is the risk involved in this surgery?
My dad is in surgery right now for his heart. The surgeon was unable to use a stent due to the severity of blockage so they will perform single vein bypass in the upper chamber of the heart. What is the difference between these and are there any increased risks? | Hello,Our heart has 3 blood supply. When there is a blockage in any of these vessel, it causes heart attack called Acute coronary syndrome.Generally, when there are one or two vessels are blocked then ideally go for drug elluting stents. By pass surgery is treatment of choice for triple vessel disease (if all three are blocked).Its very unlikely that By pass surgery is recommended for single vessel disease. But if Doctor advised for By pass surgery then there is no absolute contraindication for this.So, you can go for By pass surgery if there is no other risk factors associated with your patient.Thank You | |
Suggest treatment for atrial fibrillation in an elderly person
Thank you At 87,and female, I had PAT for 10 years developing AF in 9/13. I am on atenolol, warfarin and vasotec In 2014 I had 3 cardioversions, I ve seen 3 cardiologists for AFib and tachy-brady symptoms, I have not passed out, fainted, and live alone. One cardi. thought AV node ablation and a pacemaker was the best option, the second cardi recommended more cardioversions, and third insisted I have a biventricular pacermaker because a HR in the 40 and 50 s meant heart failure. I have no pedal edema in brady, the HR is 49-54, no SOB with O2 of 98%, no fainting. Your opinion would be welcome. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I would suggest a rate control rather than rhythm control. If you were my patient I would like to See a 24-48h ECG holter monitoring to see for severe beadicardia or pauses over 3 seconds,which is not very possible since you didn't have any symptoms. If the holter is ok, I recommend you to keep the medical treatment with rate control and blood thinner meds. If pauses are detected you may need a Pacemaker which will give heart rate in pauses or severe beadicardia. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Wisdom tooth extracted. Having pain in the face, neck, swelling in the throat, sinus pressure in the same side. Infection?
So i got a wisdom tooth pulled a week and a half ago... Im really wanting to chew n what not on that side but im still babying it... My deliemma is my face and neck hurt the muscles r swollen even in my throat , i also have alot of sinus pressure all just on the side the tooth was pulled... Im curious if maybe i have a bad ear infection or infected area where the tooth was pulled? | Hello there and welcome,Under normal conditions extraction socket of wisdom tooth takes 7 days to heal completely. As you present symptoms of swelling on face, neck and throat, i can suspect some secondary infection due to lodgement of food debris,improper cleaning and poor oral hygiene. secondary infection presents with formation of abscess that spreads to spaces of face and neck . other possibility can be dry socket, which is caused by dislodged blood clot leading to inflammation of exposed alveolar bone. visit a dentist soon and get it confirmed. mean time you can have antibiotic augmentin 625mg and diclofenac with serratiopeptidase enzyme tablet twice daily,this will subside your swelling and relieves pain, take care. | |
What is the remedy for the inflamed cartilage and pain in the knee?
Hi,I went to a physiotherapist a couple of months ago as my knee had been hurting me for some time. He told me that I had an inflamed cartilage. He gave me anti-inflammatory pills but they only worked for some time and then the pain returned. So i went again with the same problem and he suggested I try taping my leg with kinesio tape and told me to try therapy. I did the taping for some time but the pain never rally went away. Last week I went for the therapy (to another physio) and he said that when he moves my patella around it crackles and slowly starts to inflame. He said I don't need the therapy and ordered me to wear a knee brace for as long as the pain remains. He also said that my knee might keep hurting till I am at least 23 years (which is another 5 years from now). Could you explain further what is wrong with my knee? Also, in your opinion, is there something that I can do such as an operation or any therapy?Thanks | Hi, there!I will recommend You MRI scan for knee joint to figure out other joint structures.Glucosamine/Chondroitin 3-6month long course can restore damaged/injured cartilage prior to surgery.Anti-inflamatory drugs is the right direction, but You need local treatment as soon as possible.Physiotherapy includes wave therapy (local) for example ultrasound therapy or magnetic wave therapy.Its possible to inject glucosamine gel in to knee joint.I hope this helps | |
Ultrasound shows minimal fullness of PSC of right kidney, acute back pain. What is the main cause?
hi, Doc, my Ultrasound shows minimal fullness of PSC of Right kidnbey. I had acute pain on right back and front side for almost 5 days remained on pain killer. still pain comes after exhaustion. mild fever for one day. what is the main cause. taking antibiotics on doctor advice. | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The pain on the right side of the back with a dilated PCS is suggestive of an infection in the renal area. This needs proper oral antibiotics for relief after a urine culture.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal ,drtayal72@gmail.com | |
What causes delay in pregnancy?
Hi I m 32 yr old. I get married 6 months ago.I hav normal health and we r not using any protection. My gynecologist first precib folic acid than siphene . After siphene he prescribed duplastone than I can get consive. My period is before 4 days. Ans me Dr wt to do get pregnant or I hav any gynec issue? I can t understand wt to do? | Hello, and I hope I can help you today.First of all, I want to reassure you that it commonly can take up to a year from healthy couples to conceive. You are not diagnosed as infertile unless you and your husband have been trying to conceive (which means having unprotected intercourse at least two or three days a week) for at least a year.Folic acid is a B vitamin that does not help you to get pregnant, however it is recommended to take during early pregnancy because it helps prevent birth defects.Siphene, also known as clomiphene citrate, is a fertility medication. It can help induce ovulation in women who are infertile because they do not ovulate. However, if your periods normally come every month, there is no reason to suspect that you are not ovulating.Because you are under the age of 35, I recommend that you and your husband to not take any more fertility medications and try to conceive for another six months on your own. Normally, your most fertile time is between the time your period stops until you start to feel premenstrual symptoms. For most couples, that means having sex every other day from about the seventh day of your cycle until the 23rd to 25th day.If you and your husband have not conceived in another six months, I recommend both of you see fertility specialist, as 50% of the time lack of pregnancy can be a problem with the man's sperm as well.I hope that I was able to adequately answer your question today, and that my advice was helpful, and you and your husband are able to have a baby soon.Best wishes,Dr. Brown | |
Slight OCD, sometimes constipation, sometimes frequent bowel movements, unable to concentrate, hairloss, pimples around nose after masturbation. What could this be?
Hi, I wanted to know if I am depressed or what. I have slight OCD , that I repeat a few things. Only there are 2-3 things in total that I repeat but sometimes it increases. Other than this I have some other symptoms as well. I have unstable digestion system, sometimes constipation and sometimes I have to go to washroom little after my meals. Also now I am feeling like I am unable to concentrate. I am a student and I m 22. When I try to focus, it looks like stress on my mind is increasing. Look like everything is being stuffed into my head. Also, I am getting slower and slower day by day. Now when I look back, I remember this slowness started around 6-7 years ago. And I really did not noticed it then. I remember that was the time when it started taking me more time than usual for daily tasks and I remember that was the time when I started reaching a little late at school. From them I can see it increased now. Now I take lots of time while eating and bathing. Late in university class on almost everyday. And all this increasing my stress and I tried my best now to do thing quickly but nothing helped so far. My face also doesn t look fresh. I look sluggish and people say you look in some deep thinking all the time. And yes, I can notice it myself that my mind doesn t stop anytime. It keeps on thinking about different things. Whenever I lay down and free, it started working in one direction or another. With this I have lots of hair dropping everyday, and many of them getting white. I also have continuous big pimples on and around my nose. I use to masturbate even before adolescence . Last night I had a wet dream and lots of liquid flown out. After that I had a very painful tingling sensation(like my penis is going to blown out) and my penis remain fully erected, probably stronger erection than normal. This happened to me earlier 3-4 times in life. The painful tingling sensation goes away when I sleep again after wet dream and when I wake up in the morning everything is normal again. But I have noticed that whenever that happens, I get some really big reddish pimples on or around my nose. When I wake up today, I can see a few on them on right side of nose. I looked swells from right side and really hurts upon touching and do not have any liquid yet. But I said this happened to me earlier so I can sa | Your have really explained your problem very well and I appreciate it. The current symptom profile is suggestive of mild Generalized anxiety disorder in you. You are always on a tight side, and seem to worry a lot and remain preoccupied with your somatic symptoms. you seem to have an irritable bowl which is common with generalized anxiety, hence your bowl habits tend to be moody. The wet dreams followed by pimples on nose are unexplainable and I recommend you to consult a dermatologist if the swelling persists and becomes troublesome. Do not worry as there seem to be no symptoms of depression or OCD currently. You may benefit from a course of Low dose anxiolytic agent ( say a Low dose SSRI with pregabalin) along with daily practice of Meditation / Muscle relaxation exercises. You may need some initial training in learning formal procedure and may consult expert for it or there is enough genuine material on net to learn meditation techniques / relaxation exercises. | |
Suggest treatment for bloodshot eyes and sore neck
My 5 year old has had a temp of over 102 for 5 days, he has bloodshot eyes, and a sore neck. He has been tot he Dr s twice. They say its a sinus infection, and pink eye. But now it appears that he has a big blood spot in his left eye. He was up crying that the back of his head by his neck was bothering him. Any advice? | Hi...by what you quote I feel that he could be having a viral illness or an atypical infection. Will tell you how a viral illness behaves so that you can be more assured - Fever of few days without any localizing signs could as well a viral illness. Usually rather than fever, what is more important is the activity of the child, in between 2 fever episodes on the same day. If the kid is active and playing around when there is no fever, it is probably viral illness and it doesn't require antibiotics at all. Once viral fever comes it will there for 4-7 days. So do not worry about duration if the kid is active.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Q. What is the recommended way to wean off HGH during pregnancy?
Hello doctor, I am 38 years old and I have been taking HGH and Anavar for six months for my training and weightlifting. I am also single and had no plans for ever getting pregnant but I am now 5 weeks pregnant and do not know a safe way to get off the GH. I was taking 4 IU a day. I am not sure if it contributed to me getting pregnant as previously I have had two miscarriages and an ectopic pregnancy when I was married (two years ago). I have stopped the Anavar as soon as I found out. What is the best way to come off GH? Shall I just stop or do I need to wean off of it? I am worried if I just stop my body would not produce for a while and it will cause pregnancy at a risk to survive. | Hello. Congratulations on your pregnancy and on having escaped literally in the nick of time from the potential risks of Anavar. Anavar contains Oxandrolone, which is a male hormone derivative, if taken inadvertently during pregnancy, then it causes virilization (masculinization) of the female fetus. It takes a few days to metabolize form the body, so I recommend you to stop both with immediate effect and start on folic acid supplementation sooner. The gestation is only 5 weeks as on date and the fetal pole has not yet arrived. If you do not stop, then there are high chances of you getting an anembryonic pregnancy which is pregnancy without a fetal pole or a chemical pregnancy which can be confirmed only after two weeks with a scan to check if fetal heart rate has arrived or not. It would confirm if the pregnancy is viable or not. If no heartbeat, then there are chances that it may have been affected by the effects of Anavar and HGH (high growth hormones) and hence non-viable. Avoid exposure to any teratogen during the length of the pregnancy. | |
What does weight gain in person with liver problems indicate?
my boyfriend of 10 years has alcahol cirrohis, he was yellow, bleeding from everywhere, severe drinking for alot of years (a gallon or more a day, for the last few years) swollen everything, urine was bloody, pnumonia, etc. he was hospitalized 2 years ago and was not supposed to live. He stoped drinking, (has had a few slip ups) but the doctor said he would eventually die that his liver is pickled, im not sure what score she was talking about but she said it should be in the 100 s and his was only an 8. He is starting to look really good? he has sick spells off and on during the day (maby 5-10 a day, where he doubles over in pain and nausea) and still takes meds, he has ghal stones but they said they will not remove them because of his liver he could die during operation. He is now starting to gain alot of weight a bit fast. I wonder if his end stage liver is healing or is this a calm before a storm? | Hello,1) Unfortunately, present condition of your boyfriend is irreversible2) The main reason for weight gain in end-stage liver disease is accumulation of water in body (mainly abdomen and sometimes chest)3) The score you mentioned is CTP score for end-stage liver disease; less the score more chance for survival (Maximum score is 15).4) With score of 8, chance for 2-year survival is 55-60% | |
Suffering from asthma
hi i am a smoker and do suffer from ashma but dont always use my inhalers unless i really feel i need to,past couple of days iv had a pain in well i think its cuming from my cheast wehen i breath in its so sore i havnt smoked past few hours it makes it worse do you think i might be getting a infection? | HI, chest pain associated with breathing points toward some pathology like pleuritis, pneummonia or even aggravation of COPD like asthma or chronic bronchitis.you should consult a chest specialist and go for complete physical examination. ECG and echocardiography should be done to rule out cardiac pathology, blood pressure should be taken, TLC ,DLC, ESR,chest X ray and PEFR should be done.avoid smoking and follow your physician , you will be ok very soon. thanks for consulting HCM. | |
Does salmodil plus help to treat cough, sneeze and runny nose?
Hi doctor my son is 3+ yrs and he has been having this cold for almost a mnth.his dr said its an allergy cold and prescribed Allegra.but i havent seen him get any relief.i went back to him few days back and he still said allegra.now my son has started coughing along with the severe sneezing and running nose.can i give him Salmodil Plus as i have it at home | Hello.I would suggest a combination of antihistamine (cetirizine, levocetirizine, fexofenadine, etc) and montelukast for symptoms of sneezing, running nose & cough for your child.However, if cough is severe, I would suggest you to consult a pediatrician who will examine his chest with stethoscope and will decide whether he needs nebulization or cough syrup such as Salmodil Plus.I would suggest not to self-medicate a young child.Hope this was helpful to you.Wish your son best of the health.Regards. | |
Q. How often should I change my toothbrush?
Hello doctor, How can I take care of toothbrush health? How often to change toothbrush heads or disposable toothbrushes and the negative effects of not changing them often? | Hi. Dentists recommend a change of toothbrush every six months. But this toothbrush health depends on patient's brushing habits too. Like if a person does not follow proper brushing techniques and brush his teeth vigorously, or maybe he is suffering from any gum disease and he is brushing more often then he must change his toothbrush more often like at every 2 or 3 months. Usually, by six months the bristles of toothbrush start weakening, are not performing their function well, some bacterial flora may start growing at bottom of bristles or at back side of toothbrush head where tongue cleaner is given. If such yellow or brown stains start appearing at some surfaces of toothbrush then toothbrush needs to be changed immediately. At toothbrush replacement, Miswak is the best recommendation. It is like a small bamboo stick and you can easily cut off its bristles after brushing every 2 or 3 days later and it leaches out antibacterial ingredients and has many good affects for your health too. Like it is a cure for all gum diseases. | |
Shortness of breath, chest and body pain, purple marks on arms after prolonged bathroom cleaning using cleaning products. Suggestions?
Hi, last night I was cleaning my bathroom and I exaggerated on the cleaning products. I mixed them too much. I inhaled the cleaning products fumes which I almost fainted. I. Finish cleaning the. Bathroom. Now I have shortness of breath. My chest hurts and my whole body. The stomach also hurts. Sorry besides that I also have purple marks on my arms it looks like someone punch me in the arms too many times. I touch them and it hurts. | hi o.k do,n,t worry now you left that place.respiratory r become normal after leave out of effect means 48 hrs.you have patechial heamarhage.m/b its due to overuse of limb.if it faded after 4 days than o.k.other wise you will take aopinion of physician .after seeing he can tells what happanned. bye dr neeraj gupta | |
What causes severe cramping in legs and back with tingling in face?
Hi there,in 2006 I was seven months pregnant,one day I came down with my first migraine it was the worst head pain I had ever felt.I woke up the next morning and was completley blind in my left eye my doctor treated me with B12 shots and referred me to a neurologist.A fewi days later the bottoms of my feet started to feel like the were numb and tingling, after about a week I was compltley numb from the bottoms of my feet to under my chest. At this point I could not use the washoom or walk so I went to emerg. I had an MRI done wich showed from what they told me showed bright spots on my spine and they suspected MS. After about four weeks my vision came back and I was slowly able to walk on my own again. Six months after my daugter was born I had a follow up MRI not at the same hospital where the first MRI was, that Mri found no lesions the second time around ( I don t understand what happened there) Then last year some of the numbess and tingling in my legs and hand came back but it was almost unoticeable and only last for a few weeks, my Neuro had me go for another MRI which showed 1 new lesion on my spine and they still could not positvley diagnos me with MS. Now for the last four months I have been have severe cramping in my legs and back, electric shocks in my neck and face, tingling and numbness and a few other things. Is it possible that something else is going on with me? I have been tested for so many other things and everything comes up negative. Oh I forgot to mention my vision loss in my left eye was optic neuritis I beleve of the disc. | Hello, Besides MS, other conditions to consider in cases like yours include transverse myelitis, viral infections, etc. I think that a spinal tap and CSF examination are necessary for a correct diagnosis. Also, treatment with corticosteroids should be considered. Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical | |
Dizziness and memory problems followed by headache after being hit by iceball in the headside?
Hi my daughter got hit with an iceball in the side of the head she had a little headache but it has since gotten worse after she went to soccer practice.she does not have any vomiting but has a little dizziness and memory problems she has been having for a few weeks before this hit.she got a mild concussion about 2 yrs ago from an iceskating fall.she also has epilepsy and a migraine disorder,but has been off meds and free of symptoms and seizures for about 6-7 yrs now | Hi,Thanks for writing to health care magic.I can understand your concern.If your daughter is having dizziness after that hit she should be examined physically to identify the cause of that. She may require further investigations like CT brain if the physical examination indicates that. So I request you to consult your doctor for a detailed physical examination and undergo further investigations as advised by him.Continue to ask further queries as required.Hope this helps.Take care.Dr Y V Siva Sankara MurtyM.D.(Pediatrics)Associate Professor of Pediatrics | |
Girlish natured boy, with thin voice and shy in nature, undergoing a lot of mental stress. Suggestion?
I have one friend.he is a male.his problem is he feels that he is like a girl.he has attraction to boys.but he also sometimes like girls.he is very shy in nature.if he goes in a gathering of 5-6 persons, he cannot speak anything. his voice is very thin like girls. so he feels very shy and guilty to speak over phones and in normal also. because other persons laugh at him. he always live in a very mental stress . what is his problem? | Hi there ~ Such problems during childhood are common and usually resolve when children hit puberty. Nevertheless, the fact that you have noticed it is of concern and to relieve the stress that your friend I would advice you to take him to a psychiatrist to get his problems resolved. There are many conditions that present this way and it could only be hormonal for all that. If there is emotional and psychological issues involved, it would need the expert opinion of a psychiatrist. I hope this helps. Take care and have a lovely day ! | |
What causes nausea and plugged ear with numbness in face?
since my mvd I have been feeling so sick and weak. All smells of food gets me nausated ' my ears are filled and I hear my heart pounding. I cannot sleep at night Is this normal- Cant see my surgeon until middle of january -also my rt side of my face is numb | Hello!Welcome on Healthcaremagic!Your symptoms seem to be related to complications or adverse effecst of this procedure. For this reason, I would recommend starting carbamazepine or gabapentine, which can help improve your situation. A new brain MRI is necessary. Hope you will find this answer helpful!Kind regards, Dr. Aida | |
Can lump on pelvis be symptom of cancer?
Okay I m super nervous, but as I was in the shower. I felt a tender slightly movable lump underneath my skin, on my right side of my pelvic, area almost near the crease of my thigh. Should I go to the emergency room? Does this sound like something serious? I m just afraid of having cancer. | HiAs per your description, it looks like a simple Lipoma, fat swelling. But, the exact diagnosis is obtained by FNAC ( Fine Needle aspiration Cytology ). Most of the cancers are not mobile.You can go for FNAC or get it excised and send for histopathological examination. Nothing to worry. Wish you good health. Regards | |
Suggest treatment for peripheral arterial disease
Occlusive peripheral arterial disease in the subclavian artery in the left arm. Could you please give me more information. The blockage has been found at the begining of the artery leading into the arm. Can this condition cause headaches and blurred vision. What is the best treatment for this condition. | Hello,Yes this disease can cause your mentioned symptoms. Due to subclavian obstruction, blood from the brain is diverted to arm from side vessel leading to decreased blood supply.You must have undergone CT scan for diagnosis and other causes of it.Best treatment is angiography and stenting of subclavian artery, so visit nearby cardiologist performing peripheral intervention.Hope this helps you and get back if you have any doubts. | |
What causes severe lower back pain after being treated for osteoporosis?
I am having a lower back pain. When I get up from my sleep in the morning my back is very stiff. I take 2 tablets panadiene but does not help. I also use a hot pack on my back but it only gives momentary relief. I am also under treatment for osteoporosis. Please advise. | Thank you for choosing HCMBased on your description, it is likely that osteoporosis can be causing the pain that you are having. I do hope that your Doctor has started you on Vitamin D and Calcium to help prevent the problems and symptoms as far as possible.There are a few more things that you can do to see if they help:Ice the back for 15 mins at a time Then warm the back with a hot pack for 5 minsRepeat this after 1 hourAlso, you can do stretches for the lower back and also massage the area.Follow up after 5 days. All the best. Another therapy is giving local injections to stop the pain but this is a last resort.Hope this helps you | |
Had a mirena IUD placed. Getting watery discharge. Due to yeast infection?
I had a mirena IUD placed on January 4th. This morning while I was still asleep I had a watery discharge . When I woked I thought I had urinated at first. I had a baby in November and have had some bladder control issues since. However, I found that my pajama pants were wet, and there was a slight fishy smell. It was almost the smell I get with a yeast infection , but I am showing no other symptoms. Then after going to the bathroom I stood up and had another, smaller gush. It is definitely the consistency of water. Should I be concerned? | Hello thank you for your query. You could be having urinary incontinence, however the smell you described doesnt fit in. Yeast infection would be a thick curdy discharge, not the watery gushy kinds you describe. The appropriate cause here could be BV or Bacterial Vaginosis, which is also a kind of vaginal infection, characterized by profuse, watery discharge, which typically has a fishy odour. You need to consult a Gynecologist, and have appropriate testing alongwith swabs to pinpoint the precise infection. Do not leave pelvic infections untreated. take care. | |
Can low platelet count lead to brain damage in new born?
My great nephew was just born with low platelet count. Dr s said that it is rare, as the mother s platelet is incompatable with the baby? Can the baby be brain damaged? He had a frontal bleed, and is jaundiced. Please advise. Thank you. Elise Ouellette | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. You should be worried but not too much. Her bleeding is not that high to be very worried. Brain of child is very plastic and usually they don't have prints of bleeding in future. Thrombocytopenia is transitory statement in 75% of the neonates. Only a small number of these infants have immunological disorders or coagulopathy; the majority of newborns with thrombocytopenia are born prematurely after pregnancies complicated by placental insufficiency and/or fetal hypoxia . These pre-term infants can be delayed in their development, but first years only. I suggest you to check MRI of brain after 1-2 months to be confident that baby does not problems | |
What causes high blood pressure while on BP medication?
I am a 65 year old female who has been on bp medicine for many years. I take Indera120mg and, as of Tuesday, Benicar HCT 20 mg - previously just Benicar 20mg. My bp has been spiking at around 170/101 and then down to around 166/88. How long should it be for relief from the new medicine? Of course, when the bp get higher, I get nervous, and make it worse. | Hello I just read your query and from what you have mentioned it appears that your blood pressure wasn't controlled properly but now just give some time like 4-5 days for the new drug to help lower your blood pressure.Also I would recommend that you avoid salt intake absolutely.Avoid high calorie food as well.Eat preferably boiled or bland food.Hope you find my advice of some benefit.Good luck. | |
Suggest treatment for anterior horn cell disease
hello doctor, is there any cure is available for anterior horn cell disease, my brother is suffering in his right hand fingers weakness from year 1992. the disease is slowly increasing. and now the weakness has came in thumb as well. he cannot write and hold any thing properly. | Unfortunately, there is not a cure at this moment.All treatment is supportive, and hopefully one day they will have some type of treatment that can stop the degeneration of the nerve cells. | |
Suggest remedy for lumps in pelvis/hip
i was not looking ahead of me and ran my hip/pelvis into the doorknob and got it sort of hooked on her but i kept running intill i fell on the floor in pain but I cant tolerate pain pretty well so I got over it in a minute. Now it has been a week or two later and there is this hard ball/lump in the place where I hit myself beside the hip. It is probably the size of a eraser on top of a pencil and is really hard. It hurts in some places and doesn't move around. What is it and is it bad for me or will it go away? | Hi,Thanks for the query.I really worry about your concern for the same.In my opinion,You need to keep watch for a wk more, and revert for more help.You need not worry and appears to be localised induration-post-trauma? with blood clot in tissue.You can take medicines from your doctor, if you dont get relief and get fever / pain which is incrasing type.Thnks for using HCM .Wellcome to HCm. | |
What causes tingling in left side of the head and face?
I m 33 years old and I m an African American, and I have tingles in my left side of my head and also the left side of my face. It sometimes feels like an electric shock, due to this I can no longer put my face in water. And the most time it most bothers me is when I chew my food and today I yawned and my left side of my face tingled really bad. But it hurts when it happens sometimes I cry, because it hurts so bad. Can you please tell me what this is ? | Hi, Thank you for using health care magic.I can understand your concern for this pain.are you able to demarcate the pain site sharply ?If yes then most probable cause of your pain in trigeminal neuralgia.The nature of pain is mostly electric shock or needle prick , and the triggering event is same as you describe in most of the patient. The pain is in the course of the trigeminal nerve which is a fifth nerve in brain.The episode of pain is preventable. Carbamazepine is the first line treatment for this kind of condition.Hope you find this helpful.Regards. | |
What is the treatment for small red waxy spot on the head of the penis?
about a month ago i discovered a small red waxy mark on the head of my penis. it s not at all painful and there s no discharge or anything. i was wandering if this seems like an std, maybe herpes or syphilis? or does it sound like something else? also for the past few months I ve had small painless white spots in the corner of my lips, i saw a dermatologist about this when i first noticed them and he said it s nothing but now I m worried that the 2 may be linked. is this a possibilty? What do these symptoms suggest? ... | HelloI share your concern Looking at your description it seems to be caused by infection, Local allergy or an injury during sex or masterbationI would like more information.to help you better likeAny history of exposure to unprotected sex?Relevant medical history like diabetes or other metabolic disorder ?In my opinion you should consult a dermatologist for physical examination and series of investigations to establish a diagnosis.You may require a course of antibiotics under supervision of your doctorMeanwhile wash it with antiseptic soap or solution and keep it moist by applying antibacterial ointmentMaintain good hygieneAvoid sex or use condom until it heals completelyThanks for your questionWish you good health | |
Does duralast help to treat erectile dysfunction?
my age 33 yrs. ht 5.5 feet, wt 68kg. now nearly nine months passed after marriage. while during intercourse my penis has become relaxed suddenly and unable to intercourse even a single time. is duralast 30 will be effective for me? is this a phsycic problem? | helloThanks for query .Based on the facts that you have not been able to have sexual intercourse even a single time since your marriage ( nine months) .In majority of young individuals the cause of Erectile Dysfunction is Psychogenic in origin and mostly due to what is called as performance anxiety Consult qualified Psychiatrist for counselling and treatment .Following measure will help you to boost up your confidence and getting good erection and delay ejaculation. 1) Practice regular exercise for 45 minutes followed by meditation for 1/2 an hour in the morning. 2) Take high protein diet rich in vegetables and fruits and Vitamin A,C,D,E.and Zinc 3)Take anti oxidants like Almonds 5-6 everyday4) Avoid alcohol and smoking..Taking Sildenafil (Viagra) or Cialis as on demand will help to get good hard sustainable erection and to have enjoyable sex.Duralast is Selective Serotinine Reuptake Inhibitor and is generally prescribed for premature ejaculation and does not help in ED .Dr.Patil.. | |
What is the treatment for stomach pain and dizziness?
My daughter says her stomach hurts and is dizzy when she stands up. She's fine as long as she's lying down but her tummy still hurts. She's only eaten only 2 pieces of dry toast, 1/2 c broth w/ crackers and water in the past 36 hours. She threw up 36 hours ago in the middle of the night but hasn't thrown up since in the past 24 hrs. It seems like it's really her tummy that hurts and she's sleeping more than usual. | Dear Sir/ Madam,Thank you for posting your query on healthcaremagic.comI advice you to consult physician as a stomach upset can resolve by 36 hours. She need lots of fluids and oral rehydration therapy which will maintain her body electrolytes. If you are not able to consult a physician, visit the emergency room in hospital, they will able to help you.If you need any further information, please revert back to me, I will happy to assist you.Your thank you note is very much appreciated!!!With best wishesTehzib Saiyed(PT) | |
Home remedy for swollen tonsil with white spots?
Hi there! I have swollen tonsils with white spots on them. My lymph nodes have bumps in them, and I've noticed that on the right side, my tonsil is more swollen, my lymph node has a larger knot, and my ear feels plugged. When I gargle salt water, I feel better for a bit. I can't afford medical treatment at the moment. What should I do? | Dear i have gone through your query and your presenting complains indicates that you are suffering from ACUTE FOLLICULAR TONSILLITIS.....So at this stage u need proper antibiotic coverage as just by using home remedies we cannot reverse the acute condition as pus formation has also started .Your earache is due to referred pain from the tonsil and the associated juglodigastric lymph node is swelled due to infection .Please follow this -Take plenty of fluids and restParacetamol 500 mg twice daily after brkfast n dinner for 2 days .Betadine Gargles with adding a tablet of aspirin in it for 4 - 5 times a day.Tablet AZITHROMYCIN 500 mg once a day 1 hour before meal for 5 daysDont take curd , rice , cold water , spicy food Take easily digestable food n plenty of liquid diet.Pls come back to me after following this or u thing anything to tell me.....best wishes ..Thanks for ur query. | |
Suggest treatment for sharp pain in leg, throat and chest
Hi, I ve been experiencing exscruciating night time leg cramps/spasms for months. I have been taking 400 milligrams of magnesium and vit B. I had some relief but the cramps returned. I increased the magnesium to 600 mgs daily. Still no improvement. Now experiencing spasams in my tongue/throat and sharp crushing pain in my chest. What action should I take? | Hello,Welcome to the magical world of health care, I went through your query, and first stop the magnesium you are taking unless it cause further damage, There are various reasons for these cramps and first is to find out the cause you have, Deficiency of calcium, phosphorous, magnesium, Potassium, and essential vitamins can all cause cramps, moreover thyroid kidney and arterial diseases can also cause it. so please see a physician and get yourself evaluated, no empirical treatment should be taken without guidance as this could be harmful.I hope my advice would have been useful, in decision making regarding your treatment, still if you have any clarifications or doubts feel free to contact back.Thanks. | |
How to treat a large blister on the foot of an elderly?
MY HUSBAND IS 82 & HAS BEEN A JUVENILE DIABETIC SINCE HE WAS 20 YRS OLD. HE DID HAVE TOES AMPUTATED YEARS AGO. HE ONLY HAS 6% BLOOD SUPPLY TO HIS FEET. HE GOT A BLISTER ON THE TOP OF HIS FOOT THE SIZE OF A QUARTER. I WAS TOLD TO LET IT ALONE. TO DAY IT S THE SIZE OF A HALF A DOLLAR & ABOUT 3/4 INCHES HIGH. SHOULD I STERILE A NEEDLE & GENTLY PRICK IT. I WAS A REG. NURSE. CAN YOU HELP ME TILL I CAN GET AN APPT WITH THE DOCTOR? | hi mamusually if sugar levels are uncontrolled this type of problem occurs so it's not better to pick the wound by yourself. just control the sugar levels and consult the diabetologist and check for sugar levels and then go for dressing. if you pick yourself it may lead to infection and may lead various typical severe problems. thank you. | |
Lower abdomen pain, frequent urination, no blood in urine. Done x-ray and ultrasound. Psychological problem?
i have been having a very dull and erratic pain in my lower abdomen area, it surely is not continuous. it maybe happens like 3 or 4 times a day at the maximum. i had it for the past two weeks so i consulted a doctor and i was asked to get an x-ray and ultrasound scan to rule out stones in my kidneys and my bladder. i had frequent urination at that time (it could have been because i was afraid i had stones so i had increased my water intake ). no fever no head aches. no bloody urine. well, at last the doctor told me that i had acidic urine and gave my some medication to neutralize that. the pain s gone when i dont think about it, but sometimes it appears all off a sudden and i cant stop thinking about it. is this problem psychological or could something else be wrong. there were two occasions over the past month and a half when sometimes i had the urge to pee very immediately and i couldn t for sometime but after a few seconds i did and at that time i had this small area in my balls where it bulged but returned to normal once i peed. | Hi, It is probably nt srious, but i suggest you have a test called Uroflowmetry, followed by estimation of post void residue which if normal would mean that we can comfortably start you on a medication belonging to a group of drugs called Anti-Cholinergics, which should take care of both the pain in lower abdomen, and sensation of needing to void urine with urgency.If these tests show up a problem, there is a chance that you might develop retention of urine if you are started on these medications, so I suggest you take time off, get these tests done, and iif you have any doubts, you are welcome to get back to us. | |
Suggest treatment for swollen liver with abdomen pain
Hi I have broken 3 ribs on my right side. I have been asked to go back to the doctors tomorrow to be examined as I have a suspected swollen liver. Pain in upper right abdommen and fullness on right side / shoulder/ Could this have happened from the accident and what will the teamment be? | Hi there,Usually after rib fractures and an accident, the liver can be damaged and bleeding - this is known as a liver laceration. Depending on the trauma, this can range from mild to severe. In severe cases, the bleeding areas need to be(embolized) or removed via surgery. However, the fact that you're at home and going to the doctor means that your case likely isn't severe. If you were bleeding enough to require surgery, you'd likely be so sick that you'd be passed out before you could write this question. You could have a mild liver laceration, in which the treatment is just waiting as the body will heal this on its own. The treatment for you will likely be avoiding contact sports or collisions, and just waiting. Also avoiding any medications that can make you more likely to bleed such as ibuprofen will also be recommended to you. I hope this is helpful. Feel free to contact me if you have any other questions. | |
What causes clustered red bumps on the upper body and legs?
i have lupas in my skin not systemic. I have clusted red raised bumps to my face neck chest arms legs and feet that have a pinhead appearance and are itchy i have been treating with steriod cream non effectively as they continue to itch and multiply. I work in a nursing care facility where some residents have scabies and recently saw a dermatologist who said the scabies scrape was negative however rash and discomfort persist. any other possiblities of the cause? | Hi, As per your query you have symptoms of clustered red bumps on the upper body and legs which is probably due to a viral infection which is lowering down your immunity and could be due to allergic reactions. Need not to worry. I would suggest you take a combination of the antiviral drug along with anti-inflammatory medications. Apply an ice pack to reduce itchiness and redness. You should wear cotton clothes and avoid exposure to the sun. Take diet rich in multivitamins and vitamin C. Your symptoms will resolve in 4-5 days. If symptoms keep on persisting visit dermatologist once and get some routine blood investigation and skin patch test done. Avoid application of any cosmetics. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Harry Maheshwari, Dentist | |
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 --> | |
Liver tests show high globulin levels. Is everything ok with the liver ?
My S.Bilirubin Total is 0.5 mg/dlS.Bilirubin-Direct is 0.10 mg/dlS.Bilirubin- InDirect is 0.40mg /dlS.G.O.T is 11 IU/LS.G.P.T is 13 IU/LTotal Proteins is 7.6 gms/dlS.Albumin 3.9 gms /dlS.globulin is 3.7 gms/dlA/G ratio 1:1Gamma GT 29 IU /LIs everything ok with my liver?Why is my globulin high?Please advice.-AAAA | Hello Welcome to Health Care Magic There are lot many causes which can cause high globulin levels.Most common of them are:chronic Inflammatory diseases (ex: TB, Syphilis),multiple melanoma, leukemia , autoimmune disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis,lupus,autoimmune hepatitis,Kidney disease(diabetes can also cause kidney disease called diabetic nephropathy ), liver disease. But this single test is not enough to diagnose any disease. You need other specialized tests to know the exact underlying cause. please let us know why did you do your liver function test (LFTs) what was the cause behind it? I hope you are satisfied with the answer take care | |
Suggest treatment for hepatitis - A
I got hepatitis - A exactly , one year back .. It took 4 months for my total bilirubin level to come normal , which is 0.67 and from there onwards , I am feeling week . my doctor keep on saying me to eat more and more .I have no solution except increasing my weight.. I am not getting my energy levels back .. My bilirubin levels are fluctuating .. my recent previous readings are 0.9, 0.56,1.3 etc .. I resigned my job one yr back and am not feeling well to get back ... my doctor is giving cobavit antoxidants everytime I am going.. I took nearly 60 tablets ... no progress .. what to do .. can you plz suggest a solution to my problem.. Now a days I am much frustrated. | Hepatitis A is gone now, no problem due to that now to u. Describe your symptoms excatly what u r facing now. | |
Do steroid injections help with face lifts?
I had a mini face lift January 31. Ps pulled neck too tight. A revision was done he added a stich to save neck lift. Still too tight so 2 week after he cut stiches to release neck lift. But still have mucsle under chin that awe sutured together. I am 7 weeks from last revision. My back and front of ears still swollen and mucle under chin swollen also had lip suction of jaw on jan 31st which iif I touch my neck starts burning. My ps suggested steroid injectin behind ears and under chin to help reduce inflammation. What do you think | hi..in my opinion offcourse the steroid injection will decrease the swelling and inflammation but it should be weighted with the side effect like it will make you prone to infection...local injections will help to reduce swelling in the specific are...steroids have dramatic results in reducing inflammation...hope it will help you in decision...thanksDR IHSAN | |
What causes chest pain and breathlessness?
Hi, may I answer yHi I have been experiencing chest pain and episodes of shortness of breath I am asthmatic and last year had mycoplasma pneumonia, I was born with a pectus excavatum (chest wall deformity), I also have low lung capacity. I have seen a heart specialist and they can’t seem to find anything wrong with my heart, I have had echo’s, heart ultra sound, blood pressure and they all came back fine. I do however have inappropriate sinus tachycardia. What do you think is causing this pain and shortness of breath; I am going to see a lung specialist soon. our health queries right now ? Please type your query here... | HelloThank you for asking in HCMOne thing is that you have excluded several heart diseases that can cause chest pain and difficulty in breathing.Given that you say that you suffer from asthma and you have a chest deformity i think that going to a pulmonologist for a consultation is the best thing.The lung doctor may perform you a test called SPIROMETRY to reevaluate your lung function and to decide further for the treatment.Thank youDr.Jolanda NikollaPulmonologist | |
Mania,on lithosun SR and macorate medication,frequent urination
My wife is suffering from mania and she has been prescribed with Lithosun SR 300 (twice a day) and Macorate 400 MG (Once a day). She has complained of passing urine very often, especially in the night time. Is there any solution to avoid this? And are these drugs something that she has to consume forever? OR is there a one-fine-day before all these are not required? | Among the medication she is taking lithosun may cause such problem. Single dosing may help if she can tolerate. Duration of treatment depends on the severity of episodes, number and frequency of past episode, symptoms in between the episodes etc. | |
Suffered from giardia disease. Put on strong medications. Manic in behavior. What should I do?
I have a daughter that is 42 years old and she suffered from Guiardi and was put on one of the strong medications for Guiardi. After she took the medications she became manic in her behavior. We had her checked into a mental facility. They think it is bipolar but I want her tested for parasites that might still be present in her brain.. My daughter has never shown any signs of Bipolar before. I am not sure how to convince the dr. that this brain scan needs to be done. Since my daughter wants to get out of the hospital and we won't get her a lawyer she won't let us talk to her dr. What should I do? Please help. Is there a reason the dr. will not do further testing for Guiardi? | Hi,In my opinion, her doctor must have ordered a brain scan as that is one of the first things to do when someone presents with mental illness of new onset at such a late age. It is also possible that some of the medications that were given to her may have caused the mental disturbance. So, rather than worrying, please try to contact her doctor and discuss this in detail with him. If you find it difficult to contact him, write a letter seeking an appointment or talk to the hospital management. I am sure you will find them helpful.Hope this helps. Best wishes. | |
Q. What is the degree of burns in a baby injured by boiling water?
Hello doctor, 1 year and 10 months old boy got injured by boiling water, the doctor pricked some of the blisters. The hospital could not say which degree of burn it is, so we are concerned and want to get a second opinion since he is crying a lot and is in pain, the doctor did not advise anything further. He is around 10 kg. The genital parts also have some blisters. Picture has been attached. The white area on the picture is Flammazine cream that the doctor prescribed. Should we find another hospital, is it serious? | Hi. This qualifies for approximately 9 percent burns (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The child will need to take some painkiller medications like syrup Crocin DS (250 mg/5 ml), 2.5 ml thrice a day for 3 to 5 days to reduce the pain. As regarding the cream, it is good, please continue using it. Unfortunately, I will not be able to judge from the picture if the child needs Bactigrass application or no to the burn site. This can only be assessed by a surgeon. Hence, it is advisable to get the child physically evaluated by a surgeon as early as possible. If required, the surgeon will clean up the wound and debride or leave the skin as it is and can assess if the child needs Bactigrass sheet application or no. | |
Suggest remedy for problem in gripping
I play softball and over a month ago, I was swinging the bat and felt and instant pain in my left hand halfway through my swing. It felt like my bones in my hand between the middle and pinky finger crushed each other. After grabbing the bat again, I noticed I could not grip it very well. I thought this would go away after a couple of days but it seems to be getting worse. my grip with my ring finger and pinky are very weak. Can you help me understand what might have happened? | I recommend you to visit an orthopedic specialist and get yourself assessed. it might be a sprain of a ligament. since hand is a complex system to understand and orthopedic specialist will surely help you. making dove out of sheer flour and usin some tennis ball to press will give you good strength in your hand. if symptoms persists please visit and orthopedic specialist. | |
Taking fertomid. trying to conceive. What would be the ovulation period?
Hi! I where on the injection 3month ( depo proveria ) for 4 years my period didn't want to come so I went to the dr ( stoped in september with injections) he gave me ovral to drink and got my periods on the 20 th tomorrow will be my last day of period! (I have 2 boys aged 8-5 ) so never had problems conceiving! I started yesterday ( may 24 2013 ) with fertomid how likely am I to conceive??? And when would I know I'm ovulating | Hi there ~I understand your concerns. I am glad that you have tried a lot of medications and they have worked for you in the past. I am not sure how likely you are to conceive with the fertomid, but the chances are pretty high. I do believe that your temperature of the body increases when you ovulate and you know it by measuring your body temperature twice daily. I hope you also consult an IVF specialist if you are unable to conceive a baby with the above method.I hope this helped. Take care of yourself and have a lovely day! | |
What causes dizziness in a lying back position?
I'm 38 and workout at a gym 5 times a week. Every two or three months I go through a week or so of dizzy spells when lying back flat to do bench press or flyes. Then again when I stand back up. This happens for a day and then I start having the dizzy spells when I get out of bed and lay back down. It's only brought on by the change to horizontal, not sitting. Any thoughts? | Hello,You may be suffering from benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). Other possibilities like cervical spondylosis or neuropthy or B12 or folic acid deficiency etc. Use tablet vertin 16mg thrice a day for five days. If no improvement please consult your physician he will examine and treat you accordingly.Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Internal Medicine Specialist | |
Q. I have rashes that appear only in the evening. What can it be?
Hi doctor, I am getting rashes on my skin regularly that keeps itching too much. It gets cured after every 6-8 hours. Again the rashes appear in the evening. Please help. | Hello. I have checked your picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You are having hives and this is acute urticaria. Take tablet Dazit M (Desloratadine) once at bedtime for 10 days in a row. In the daytime take tablet Allegra 180 mg (Fexofenadine) once after breakfast. Avoid sour foods, milk, curd and nuts. Consider intramuscular injection of Kenacort-40 (Triamcinolone acetonide) and repeat it every 25 days for the next three months. For further queries consult a dermatologist online --> | |
What is the treatment for sore on the inside of the leg?
My friend has had a SORE on the inside of her leg since April. She finally went to the dr and after giving her some kind of a cream she was referred to a dermatologist. This dr took a culture and said it was probably a staph infection and referred her to a cardiac vascular doctor. Through all of this her leg has become quite swollen and red. The only med she has had was a prescription for Cepro . Which she finished a couple of weeks ago. I am quite concerned because she is not! The leg HURTS all the time even tho she has tried to elevate it most f the time | Hi,From history it seems that this soreness might be due to improper circulation in legs caused by varicose veins or deep vein thrombosis.Color Doppler with ultra sound will give important clue regarding your problem.Diabetes should be ruled out.Consult vascular surgeon and get examined.Ok and take care. | |
What does my ultrasound of the kidney suggest?
hi my mother is 52 years old and her ultrasound result is her right kidney has a smaller size than the left and the finding in the right kidney is increase cortical ecogenicity and possibility of right renal artery estenosis.what was that mean? thanks a lot | Hi,Thanks for writing in.A smaller right kidney with increase in cortical echogenicity can indicate decreased kidney function. FOr this the serum creatinine must be measured and glomerular filtration rate is also assessed. Disease in the right kidney might be in the initial stages.The most common cause of renal artery stenosis is a blockage in the arteries due to high cholesterol. This problem occurs when a sticky, fatty substance called plaque builds up on the inner lining of the arteries.When the arteries that carry blood to your kidneys become narrow, less blood flows to the kidneys. The kidneys mistakenly respond as if your blood pressure is low. As a result, they release hormones that tell the body to hold on to more salt and water. This causes your blood pressure to rise. | |
What does a lump on the arch of the left foot indicate?
In the arch of my left foot (on the upper area, by the ball of my large toe), a small pea-sized growth appeared 6 months to a year ago... I ignored it since it didn't really bother me, but now it is walnut sized and makes an indent in my shoe... also 'pings' with pain occassoinally... | Hello Dear Warm Welcome to Healthcare Magic I have evaluated your query thoroughly. * Possible callus formation , needs confirmation with clinical examination or an evaluation with a photo picture in follow up question. Hope this clears your doubt . Wishing you fine recovery . Welcome for any further assistance . Regards Take Care. Dr. Bhagyesh ( MS , FMAS - consultant surgeon ) | |
How can severe OCD be treated?
My sister has some psychiatric problem, she is under treatment from last six months but she stopped taking medication, also despite we book appointment she refuses to meet the doctor and gives silly excuses.. she is very much concerned about her own life and scared of death, don t bath for days, busy in mobile phone watching videos, once start talking about all the problems in her life don t stop easily... washes hands very roughly to clean it very well, cleans togue so much that it could peel tongue skin.. my whole family is going to be destroyed because of her... | hiyour sister needs to be back on medication ASAP.Hospitalization for sometime would help. I suggest you sedate her and take her to a psychiatrist if she refuses to comply. | |
Polycystic ovaries, on bcp, thyroid problem, using metformin, excessive hair fall. Can biotin will help to stop hair fall?
I am 30yrs old. i have polycystic ovaries. i was on Bcp. i also had thyriod problem. i was taking 50mcg of eltroxin. now my thyroid level is normal & im not on Eltroxin. i'm currently on Metformin 500mg/ day. i have excessive hair fall for the past 3 months. i would like to know, if Biotin will help me to stop hair fall & grow back my hair. | Hello,Yes,biotin may help you but you should have not stopped taking eltroxin because generally it has to be taken life long.Also get tested for iron deficiency,VIT D and VIT B 12 deficiency.Take proper amount of calcium.Drink plenty of water and sleep well.Keep away stress by doing regular exercises,yoga and deep breathing exercises.Thanks | |
What is the reason for severe cramp on the lower right abdomen?
Had colposcopy last week. Have had severe cramping lower right abdomen and throwing up since 2 am. My right leg went numb at one point for a few minutes. Should I go to er? Slowly getting better since two am but can hardly move and no medicine is helping. | Hi! Good evning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.Severe cramping of lower right abdomen following a history of colonoscopy calls for a clinical examination of the patient by the treating doctor. Therefore, I would advise you to go the ER to get your self examined physically and also investigated if need be to rule out any intra abdominal problem.I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef. | |
What causes swelling in the legs in a liver cirrhosis caused by hepatitis-C?
I am a 61-year-old male with liver cirrhosis caused by Hep-C. I am now having swelling on both legs, the right more than the left. I ve worn compression socks but I don t see much of a change. What could be the cause of the swelling and what should I do? | Hello,Because of portal hypertension and by sodium and water retention in that edema can occur. For that diuretic drug prescribed. Take a low salt diet. For portal hypertension, if the needed beta-blocker drug prescribed. Consult a physician or gastroenterologist for examination and get a prescription. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Parth Goswami | |
What is the cause for constant heart pain?
Hi I am a healthy 23 year old female, and I have been having constant heat pain all over for a week now. At times its hard to breath but then it goes away. I also had tingling in my body today, I did go to.the er yesterday and they said my heart looked fine and I didn't have any blood clots. But I am still hurting | heyIf ER say that ur heart is okay,then it may be muscular pain,maybe due to respiratory issue if u have some ,or may be due to gas.u should do xray chest,ultrasound abdomen and all baselines.thanks. | |
Does large water intake help in stage 3 kidney disease?
I was told by two doctors in my doctors office I was stage 3 kidney disease and if I didn t drink 48 to 64 ounces of water a day I wouldn t live to March which is my birthday. Another doctor in that office told me that was wrong. I asked her about what the other Dr. said and her reply was, Oh, you know Dr. Shah. I never had Dr. Shah before. I donated kidney 2003 so I seem to get doctors who are too careful. I want a second opinion from another office and I was trying to find a doctor of nephrology. | Hello and welcome to HCM.As an Urologist,i can understand your anxiety.In stage 3 kidney disease,the fluid intake depends on the urine output.Urine output +500 ml,is safe normal intake This advise is given everywhere.Restricted salt and protein intake in diet,is the other advice given.He must avoid fresh fruits and coconut water as well.Regular check of Hb, creatinine,and electrolytes is very important.If you've any doubts,you may send me a direct question,with all reports.Dr.Matthew J. Mangat. | |
Is yellow discolouration in eyes of an infant indicative of jaundice?
My baby boy got jaundice after birth. He wen through photo therapy. And after a blood test we were discharged. He was born on 20 th of dec. C section. Hes now two weeks two days old. I still see hid eyes yellow and inside mouth yellow. I am concerned. Should i call midwife? He is fèeding well. | Hello. Welcome to HCM. As a breastfeeding Specialist i would tell you that jaundice in babies may need time in order to go away completely. So don't worry. Just give your baby as much breast milk as you can in order to help him with his bilirubin levels. If the baby jaundice spread down to the body or to the extremities then you should go and check with your pd. As long as baby jaundice stays only in the babies face you should not be worried. | |
Migraine and cough with sweating cold. Why am I short of breath?
hi last week i was really poorly with migrain, cough and sweating but cold . That cleared up but iv been left with a painful chesty cough. i had it for about a week and im really short of breath. Also when i swallow or drink it really hurts my back for some reason? I went to doctors yesterday and was given an inhaler and antibiotics but wasnt told what i actually had wrong with me or how often to take the inhaler. | You are having lingering effects of a respiratory tract infection which is causing your symptoms. Shortness of breath is because airways become hyper sensitive after a bout of infection and go into spasm with littelest provocation. You should continue with either nebulization with asthalin and budecort or take a inhaler like aerocort 3 to 4 times a day. You may also take a montair lc, some cough syrup and a pain killer. Take rest and soon you should be alright. | |
How to treat syphilis?
Hello, I believe I may have Syphillis. I have a reddish pink spot on my scrotum in about an half an inch in diameter. I dont have the money to go to the doctor. Can you please help. It does not hurt but if I touch it or if it rubs against my clothes it seems to help. Please help!!! | Hello,First of all, in syphilis, ulcers are painless. In your case these are painful, so it may not be syphilis.But to confirm syphilis, we have to do blood test like RPR, VDRL. So, I will suggest you to review back here with detailed history or consult with Dermatologist.If you diagnosed as syphilis, then you have to take Injection Benzathine penicillin 2.4 MU after dermatologist opinion and regular follow up.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What is causing my severe hair loss?
Sir,I am 41 years old lady staying in Jamshedpur having hair fall at an alarming rate that i feel in few months i will become bald.I have tried different forms of treatment from Homeopathy, Ayurveda and presently I am taking B complex with zinc after showing to a dermatologist in Chennai who said that i am having form of psorasis for which he has given HH salic lotion to apply and shampoo sebowash which has had no result...My father who is 73 years is bald in the centre. | Hi Dear,Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of severe hair loss which could be due to many reasons like improper hygiene, nutritional deficiencies, genetic factor, fungal infection, improper cleanliness and hormonal changes. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to wash hairs after proper massage with olive oil. I would suggest you to consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order blood test, skin patch test and can do physical examination . Doctor may prescribe you drug like finpecia at least for 2-3 months or antifungal treatment along with minoxidil spray. You should maintain complete hygiene. You should use Finasteride preparations. You should take supplements like Vitamin A ,Omega-3 and Vitamin E.Hope your concern has been resolved.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari | |
Q. What homeopathic medicine can be used for acne, pores, and excess oil?
Hello doctor, Actually, I have a combination skin and I seriously do not get what should I use for my face to remove excess oil and get rid of acne and open pores. Will you please suggest me a good face cleanser and a cream too? And, one more thing that should I use any bleach or not? | Hello. I am glad to answer your query. Berberis Aquifolium is one of the good remedies for skin conditions. You can purchase Berberis Aquifolium mother tincture. Use 15 drops of mother tincture in half cup of water, stir it well and apply all over your face twice a day (morning and evening or night). Let it remain on your face for at least 30 minutes and then wash it off with cold water. Do this for 2 to 3 months. Refrigerate the remaining mixture of liquid. You should you milder soap for washing your face like baby soap or Berberis soap. You can use Neutrogena cleanser if you want, they are milder as compared to others. Avoid using any kind of bleach or strong chemicals on your face as they will make the condition worse. I hope you start seeing some improvement after using this remedy. | |
Q. Will Kalarchikai cure multiple ovarian cysts in PCOD?
Hello doctor, I have multiple small cysts in both ovaries (PCOS). Our family friend suggested me to consume Kalarchikai medicine, powdered mixed with pepper and honey to have it for one mandalam (48 days). I have completed nearly 44 days by consuming one small ball of the mixture every morning and before two weeks I got my periods. Then I had checked whether the cysts were dissolved by having an abdomen scan. But still, small multiple follicules have been seen in it with both ovaries enlarged. Kindly suggest me what I can do further. I got married before one and a half years and I am much worried about my pregnancy. I have gallstones as well. | Hello. I just read your query. See Kalarachi Kai choornam is helpful in amenorrhea. As far as small cysts are concerned they are unmatured eggs which failed to induce menstrual cycle previously, as a result, they got collected in the ovary and they will remain in the ovary. Now, you have got your periods you can start trying for conception. But I advise you to do it under the supervision of a nearby gynecologist because egg size is important while conception and that you can know by ovulation study. Ovulation study is performed under the supervision of a gynecologist. For gall stones, surgical intervention is required generally. Medicine is not of much help. | |
What causes ear infection with bad breath?
Hello, my 7 year old daughter is battling an ear ache possible ear infection for 3 days. I haven t taken her in because I ve been under the impression that s it s best to allow her to work through it with natural home remedies and save antibiotics as a last resort. she has had a fever come and go and I ve been giving her tylenol and made a garlic infused olive oil mix to use as drops in her ear several times a day. it seems to sooth and help a little but neither remedy has gotten the throbbing to go away. throbbing seems to have moved from her ear to a couple areas on her head around her ear. today is the 4th day. because she was in her jammies and laying around most of yesterday, she didn t brush her teeth. this morning i talked her into letting me because her breath was bad and I knew bacteria in the mouth wouldn t help the situation. i was shocked to find that her tongue was blackish green! some of it brushed off but not all and it seemed to be coming from the back of the tongue. is this a sign of bacteria confirming her ear or sinuses probably has a bacterial infection? | Hello, It seems that her infection is getting worse and is spreading please seek medical care immediately and since she has been ill for more than 3 days then antibiotics are mandatory. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist | |
What signs should be looked for in a child after old milk consumption?
I mixed a powdered bottle in the morning around seven. Forgot it in the car put it in diaper bag to bring in to throw away after work around7 pm dad did not know that it was not a fresh bottle. I caught him at an ounce ounce and a half. Is he going to be ok he is 2 months old I am so scared.how long does it take for something to happen if its going to? It was not chunky and really didn t smell that different than a fresh bottle. Please help me! | Hi You need to watch for any sign . symptom of infection like loose stools, vomiting, fever , dullness. If baby is well , active , accepting feed well , afebrile for nearly 6-12 hours after that incident , it is unlikely to cause any untoward effects . thanks | |
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 --> | |
Can low potassium be a sign of gallbladder disease?
Can low potassium be a sign of gallbladder disease. I have been through a nightmare of gi tests and fianlly I asked for a Hida Scan which was performed and I find my ejection level at 7%. For months I've has low potassium levels, about a year ago I had elevated liver levels. Is it possible that all along it's been my gallbladder causing my stomach issues and chemical inbalances? | hi.noted history of hypokalemia. are you experiencing other symptoms like abdominal pain, fever, vomiting, jaundice, dizziness? low potassium level or hypokalemia is not the usual presentation of a gallbladder disease. electrolyte imbalances of the body usually happens when you are experiencing gastric upsets, heart problems, malnourishment. it is best if you consult with a doctor for physical examination and clinical evaluation. other diagnostics and management will be directed accordingly. inclusion of banana in your diet is also recommended.hope this helps.good day!!~dr.kaye |
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