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I have taken Hepsera and now on Baraclude for chronic Hep B and have protein deficiency in blood
I m a 30 yr old Female with chronic Hep B which was diagnosed in 2004. Ive been with the same doctor since discovery. Ive taken Hepsera and now I m on Baraclude. Two years ago I was told I have a Protein S deficiency in my... | hi.welcome to HealthcareMagic forum.hep b virus damages liver.liver is the site for protein s synthesis.so it may be due to hep b.contact treating doctor | |
What causes heart palpitations, chest pains, belching and sour taste in mouth?
I am 56, Female, weigh 132 pounds, work out every day. I am experiencing heart palpitations, sour taste in my mouth, belching, chest pains. I have been experiencing symptoms for about 4-5 weeks now. Had an EKG a few weeks ago. Results norma... | hello, Most probably it's due to gastritis and reflux disease. Palpitations can also be due to this especially if your cardiac work up is negative. Do you also have upper abdominal pain, nausea, bloating, burping, increase in pain on food, sour water feeling in throat or chest burning, these are the other symptoms and ... | |
What causes recurrent mild fever and chills?
I have a recurring low-grade fever and chills that seems to develop every late afternoon for the past week. I am cold in the evening, take Advil or Tylenol (either works well), sleep fine, and am ready to go again in the morning, until the fever and shakes hit me again in l... | fever in the afternoon has got many causes.are you working in a it company with ac in it your likely having sinusitis which get aggrevated when you office and shows symptoms like fever..or else check ur eisonophil level to know if your having allergic rhinitis ..continue course of tablet sinarest for three dayas once ... | |
Advised no blood tests for liver function unless having adverse reactions to Crestor. Suggestions?
Hello... I am taking a low dose of Crestor 5mgs . My doctor told me that it was not necessary to have liver function or other blood tests every 6 months as long as I don t have any symptoms of adverse reactions( which I ... | Hi mutzel, Welcome to healthcaremagic.com Currently experts believe that liver injury due to statins is not as serious as it was thought to be earlier. A dose-related rise in serum aminotransferase levels develops in 1% to 3% of people who take statins (Crestor is Rosuastatin- a statin). A minor (less than two-fold no... | |
Had abdominal surgery, repaired hernia. Seroma caused a mass on incision area. What do you feel?
I had abdominal surgery a year ago to repair 5 hernias . Since then, I have had a constant build up of fluid which the surgeon has repeatedly said is just seroma . However, over the last couple of months, the build up seem... | hi,thank you for your query.seromas are common after abdominal and neck surgeries as fluid easily piles out from these areas.The fluid, called serum, leaks out of nearby damaged blood and lymphatic vessels.surgery to correct 5 hernias is a major procedure hence chance for large seroma formation are more.Small seromas ... | |
Tongue slightly twitches and have trouble swallowing. Is it due to bulbar ALS?
I am a 23 year old medical student from Europe. I saw a neurologist 3 weeks ago because of my fear of MS i MG. My reflexes are normal,no Babinski sign,bulbomotorics is fine. Now, I have a fear of bulbar ALS because i noticed my tongue sligh... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.Every medical student goes through this phase, when after noting a few symptoms, it starts to look like a serious disease what he/she has read in the medical textbook.As a neurologist, I can assure you that your symptoms are not suggestive of bulbar ALS or any other serious neurologi... | |
What causes hypertension in a person with high BP?
Hypertension.I just took my blood pressure = 149/84.I am taking Amlodipine, 5mg. My doctor recommended me to increase the dose of Amlodipine to 7.5mg.What studies would you suggest to find out the source of my hypertension, instead of just increasing the dose of medic... | Hello,Regarding your concern, I agree with your doctor recommendation on increasing the dose of Amlodipine in order to have a better control on blood pressure values.I would also recommend performing some tests to investigate for the possible causes underlying high blood pressure:- A chest X ray study and pulmonary fun... | |
Why has balls area been hurting? Why is the groin in pain? Why can I not strain?
I am an athlete, I play baseball, i wear compression shorts. recently my lower area around the ball section has been hurting(sore). I dont think its a hernia because its not so much a groin pain. Im wondering if its because of one of my l... | It is better to be examined by your sports doctor before I comment anything. | |
Is there any way i can help releasing the egg for an implantation?
hi how are you.i had just ovulate on sunday me and my husband has been very intimate everyday since dec,22,2013,and my question is there any way that i can help the relases of my egg been implant health into the uterine wall to increase pregancy.please... | there is no such thing madam..it's all God's grace for all that to happen so just wait and hope for the best | |
How to normalize LFT after being treated for disseminated TB?
Hi,I was diagnosed with disseminated TB about a month ago.I was put on R-Cinex,Combutol,Pzide and Pyridoxine.15 days into the treatmnt i was feeling bettr and had even gained 4kilos in weight, but my LFT's did not com out right.So since thn I have been on c... | Hi. Thanks for posting your query on Healthcaremagic. Some antituberculosis medications have hepatotoxic effect and in those cases we hold on these drugs and give modified drugs. You doctor has made right changes in your treatment and you should continue these drugs. The LFT will start coming to normal level soon in ne... | |
What to do to go through practitioner for septicaemia?
hellow,could you please tell the conventional practitioners for septicaemia? what is the scope of practice of the conventional practitioner for septicaemia? what is the source of training or education that the practitioner for septicaemia has to go through? | Septicemia, or sepsis, is a condition that is treated by internal medicine physicians or internal medicine physicians with further specialization in infectious disease medicine. In the United States, both internal medicine & infectious disease physicians complete a three-year residency in internal medicine after having... | |
Are diapers causing rashes on thighs?
My son gets a really nasty red rash (raised) right along where the diaper meets his thighs when we take him swimming. We tried different types of diapers, little swimmers, Huggies, Pampers, etc... but they all have the same reaction. What causes it and how can we avoid it? | Hi. Thanks for posting your concern at HCM.I would keep a possibility of candidal intertrigo if it is involving the folds (diaper dermatitis usually spares the folds).-Keep the area air dry (avoid diapers if you can)-I usually advice my patients to use an antifungal+ mild steroid combination cream twice daily for a wee... | |
What does sharp pain between the toes along with discoloration under the nails indicate?
my wife is 52 she has reasently developed in the past month a sharp pain between her big and forth toe !her foot Dr s cannot figure what is going on ! she is a debit tic but not on insulinson ! her toes turn black under the nailsn... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The symptoms you have indicate a fungal infection. Do consult a dermatologist for an examination. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late ... | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they shou... | |
Suggest treatment for loose motion with bacteria in kids
Hi,My son is 3.6years old and he is having loose motions (once or twice) a day.Stool test was done and found that there is bacteria.We have doen several medications but still its the same.Can you let me know is there any good docs whom I can consut on this? | Hi...Greeting from Chennai.Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic.It seems your kid is having viral diarrhoea. Once it starts it will take 5-7 days to completely get better. Unless the kid's having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not wor... | |
Q. My mom looks pale and does not eat at all. What could she be suffering from?
Hello doctor, My 40 year old mother is suffering from an unknown disease from the last three months. It may be chronic because she is not feeling well at all. She feels exhausted, dizzy and her digestion is poor. She looks very pale. Her U... | Hello. I have reviewed your attached report (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The report is suggestive of very bad news. I suggest you sit down somewhere before you read the following. Follow up with the test reports if you need any more information. For more information consult a surgical oncologist on... | |
Suggest remedy for high blood sugar levels with frequent urination in type 2 diabetics
I have type 2 diabetes and use insulin. Recently, I had an steroid injection for a torn meniscus and knee pain. My glucose levels went extremely high, 300+, for about 3 days. I also experienced frequent urination during this time. T... | Hi,Thank you for your question. It appears that your blood glucose levels shot up due to the glucocorticoid treatment. This is a common problem we see in Diabetic patients. Diabetes is also associated with increased urination and thirst. The most appropriate way to treat this condition is to reduce the blood glucose le... | |
What causes high heart rate while exercising?
I have a healthy history and have exercised briskly for years. I am now a 63 year old male who seems to have type 2 diabetes symptoms and when I walk or exercise after meals experience a RACING heart beat, clearly exceeding 175 to 200 beats per minute. Should I be concerne... | Hi ThereAfter going through your query I understand your concern.I would like to tell you that people with diabetes are at more risk to develop heart disease than a normal individual and heart rate of 175-200 is really high and is a point to be concerned and need further evaluation.It's advisable for you to get an ECG,... | |
What is the treatment of dizziness sleep disorder and anemia ?
Dear Dr please help I feel so rough in the mornings, my head is heavy I just want to go back to sleep but I have to push myself. I find it hard to think clearly and have to fake it that all is well. The foggyness has gone from my head by the afternoon and ... | Hi, You haven't said anything about checkup results from a general medical examination nor metabolic studies done to check basic elements of your chemistry to be sure that your thyroids, parathyroids, and adrenal glands are functioning properly among other systems. You say you have become a vegetarian and cut out meat ... | |
What causes high fever and seizure in a child?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... My 2 year old was at day care and feeling great. Went down for a nap, woke up with 104 temperature and had a seizure. In hospital now and have run several tests and can t find source of infect... | hi, this could be due to febrile seizure. In Febrile seizure, there is seizure followed by history of high grade fever. it is usually not associated with intracranial infection or other identifiable cause. It usually occurs within 24 hours of a fever. if diagnosis of Febrile seizure is confirmed, then you should give a... | |
Weight gain. Allopathy of better help? Diet plan?
Hi doc i am 25 years old women,and my weight is 38 kgs height is 5.5inches ,i really wanted to gain weight asap.I had undergone Ayurveda treatment,proper diet plan( strictly followed that) but could not weight gain and done several medical test ,which are normal .Pls s... | Hello and thank you for your question. You can gain weight with protein shake supplementation. For each pound you weigh you need to take a gram of protein, if you want to gain more weight, taken additional grams of protein to help build more muscle and fat. Best regards. Dr. Ward | |
Q. I eat fennel seeds. Is it causing delay in pregnancy?
Hello doctor, I have a habit of eating fennel seeds a lot. Could this be the reason for not getting pregnant even after trying for two years? | Hi. Fennel seeds can normalize your gastrointestinal tract and nervous system. It balances excess pitham. It helps in balancing heat within the uterus, that is very much essential for getting pregnant. So, daily consumption of fennel seed life long will never affect the pregnancy. You may continue consuming it. Please... | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? T... | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just coc... | |
What causes blurred vision followed by unconsciousness?
My daughter (24) started having blurred vision while typing at work, then felt light-headed. her right arm had tingling, tight feeling moving from her hand to her jaw. At home lying down now, has hydrated and is elevating legs. YYYY@YYYY | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Regarding your concern, I would explain that your daughter's symptoms could be related to low blood pressure. I recommend giving a lot of fluids and increase salt intake. If her symptoms persist, I recommend going to the ER f... | |
What causes memory issues when under stress?
I have lost part of my memory, a gap of a few years but not completely gone. I also find it difficult to learn new information even though it is presented several times. I have been under stress for 2-3 years. I also took Chantix 5 years ago to quit smoking. My Mom says I w... | Hello,The reason for your memory loss relates to stress. When you will be stress-free you will be more confident and these memory problems will not be there. Chantix doesn't cause such a problem. Five years before you took this course and its all flushed from your system now.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know... | |
Suggest treatment for abdominal pain
I was taking medicine for skin tb for the last three months now i am taking rcinex 600/300 and vitamin benadane. For the last few weeks having abdominal pain. Ct scan results and other tests are negative. MD gastro in Fortis hospital has given yokut tabket for week and dotrin ds as... | My dear friend you didnt require such expensive tests as ct scan n all (policy of big corporate hospitals for extracting money from anxious patients ) ANY GOOD N HONEST DOCTOR CAN TELL THAT U R HAVING THIS PAIN SIMPLY DUE TO THE GASTRITIS ( EXCESS ACID SECRETION IN STOMACH ) CAUSED BY ANTI-TB DRUGS U R TAKING !!!! trea... | |
What is the procedure for hydrocele operation?
I am having a hydrocele operation next week and am curious about breathing tubes, LMA's. Once under anesthesia, will a tube be inserted down my throat to help me breathe? I am 48 years old, this is the second time I am having this operation. I am in good health, I am 5'1... | Hello,The breathing tube commonly not inserted while giving spinal or general anesthesia.In hydrocele like operation usually there is not need for respiration through tube. The tube breathing needed only when there is complication in operation or supportive breathing needed. You can discuss regarding that in detail wit... | |
What causes stomach ache while walking in a child?
my daughter (6years old) has complained about her stomach hurting all day. When I asked her to point to exactly where it was hurting she pointed to underneath her rib cage on both sides. She said it hurts when she walks and stands but feels better when she sits or lay... | Hi I am dr Kadhir,Most common cause of pain over the rib cage in otherwise asymptomatic child ( that is symptoms like cough, weight loss, difficulty in breathing ) is muscular pain.It may be due to heavy school bag or enquire about any trauma (fall), which kids usally hide in fear of saying to parents. Functional abdo... | |
What is the lump in the crook of my daughter s elbow?
My daugher has a lump in the crook of her left elbow. It is soft and tender. Her entire forearm is red and warm to the touch. Her thumb on the same side is numb and tender to the touch. No bites, scratches, etc. that might have caused it. Wondering what, if anythin... | Hi dear thanks for the query on HCMYou need to take her to the ER at the earliest.The history you have described is suggestive if cellulitis which requires urgent medical attention.Do not delay.They will do an clinical examination, followed by ultrasound or venous Doppler, blood test and decide the treatment.Thank yo... | |
What causes numbness on face,lips,eyes and neck?
i have been feeling some unusual gripping in my left face. the gripping/numbness radiate twards my lips eyes, ear neck, occasionally i feel the gripping in my arm towards my wrist. it comes and goes. while present it seems to move and grip a particular place more intens... | Here you have symptoms of numbness on your face ,eye and ears along with the neck. But this is only one part of face that is right half of face.As per the symptoms looks like either you have got issue close to your ear with facial nerve which supplies the face muscles or you have issue with your neck cervical spine and... | |
Q. I have been having chest discomfort. What could it be?
Hi, I am a 31year old male. I was recently diagnosed with minor gastritis after EGD. I was having stomach problems but have recovered at present. Last two weeks I have been having some chest discomfort. ECG and other tests show normal heart function. Since two ... | Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Since you have mentioned that ECG and other tests came out to be normal, it is not associated with any cardiac abnormality. As you have a history of gastritis confirmed through EGD (Esophagogastroduodenoscopy), there is more possibility of association with acid reflux. Acid causes irritatio... | |
Could penile redness be due to friction to sensitive skin?
i was out last night with a girl i guess things got out of hand and we began to fool around all our cloths stayed on but there was physical activity. a lot of rubbing occured, this morning i realized that my penis was red in some areas and it looked like maybe... | Dear User, Thank you for your question, yes the redness is related to excessive rubbing. dont use alcohol on it this might irritate the area more, which probably caused the tiny papules filled with puss use some cream antibiotic on it no cortisol. I would recommend you visit your doctor for proper physical examination ... | |
Why am i not getting pregnant?
Hi my name is Mrs Cheever I want a another baby and my first and only child is five years old and it was hard for me to get pregnant with him I was on the birth control shot and I had him 2010 but me and my husband been try to have another one scenic he was three years old and iam not on... | Hi.. Thanks for writing.. I would suggest to take ovulation induction drugs and get a scan done on day 12 to look for follicles. If ovulation occurs there is chance of pregnancy.. Also check for husband's semen.. Hope I have answered your query. Good day. | |
What causes bleeding in mouth?
i am 45 year old man,dont have any other problem not taking any medication, i have bleedeing in mouth since,mid december, its worse at morning, i already being to dentist and GP,my gums are good as my dentist opinion, i feel my mouth dry at early morning,dose that couse bleedig? my blood... | Hello,Thanks for using HCM.In many of the patients with bleeding problem there is deficiency of vitamin C that leads to fragile blood vessels and bleeding. This is more common when there is improper food habits.If you are a tobacco chewer, there may be benign or malignant lesion that may not be visible due to small siz... | |
Q. I have fever with dizziness, confusion and eye burning. Please advice.
Hello doctor,I have a fever of 101 C. It has been almost 12 hours. I cannot breathe properly. My eyes are burning. I ate a Paracetamol 650 mg about one hour ago. Head feels heavy. Dizziness and confusion are the symptoms. | Hello. After careful analysis of the history provided, I would like to assure you that having symptoms of eye burns, dizziness and confusion while having a viral fever is normal. You do not have to worry about that. Having said that, since you have mentioned that you have been having similar episodes in the past, I wou... | |
Suggest treatment for acoustic neuroma and vertigo
hello! I am 28 years old female. 6 months after second birth i was diagnosed with acoustic neuroma after episode of severe vertigo and hearing pulse in my right ear. It is 1.2 x 0,6 cm, intracanalicular. My hearing is still allright, i actually do not have any problem... | You are the best judge of the URGENCY of your own situation. It doesn't sound like you're very impressed with the degree of severity of your symptoms. You obviously have obtained a scan of the brain and have been given the results. If you are not severely suffering from this time and hearing is satisfactory then, pe... | |
Suffering from jaundice. Undergoing treatment, cured, vomiting episodes. Cure?
Hello Sir, My father in law is suffering from Jaundicc from past 15 days...we have taken treatment from hospitals in ..looks like it got cured..but from today onwards he is having vomiting..could you suggest what can be done and what is thi... | Hi, Thanks for posting your query. Let me know the cause of jaundice, his liver function test status, ultrasound imaging study. There may be chances of relapse in case of hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and obstructive jaundice. In obstructive jaundice, until unless the obstruction is relieved there is high chances of relapse... | |
Q. Will taking Fluconazole hinder the ability to conceive?
Hello doctor, I had my menstruation ten days back and supposed to ovulate tomorrow but I had sex with my husband yesterday after taking Fluconazole (because I was having a burning sensation after urinating and sex at my vaginal area). Would taking Fluconazole ... | Hello. According to many researchers, Fluconazole 150 mg single dose is not too harmful to pregnancy but it is better to avoid it. The drug is antifungal if you have taken it and had sex no particular action on sex actually and on sperm and its way to cover path inside the femalebody. But if pregnancy happens, then you... | |
Will wound with 2mm deep heal on its own?
My sister's boyfriend cut himself with a box knife about 2 and a half hours ago. Since he did it purposefully on the wrist, we don't want my grandparents to know but I think it needs stiches. It's gaping open, close to 2inches long and at least 2mm deep. It took an hour and a ... | Hello there,I am dr.milan an infectious disease specialist answering your question.Hope i have given appropriate guidance to you.Surely you need to visit a surgeon. 2 mm deep cut is on think skin like wrist area is definately need a suturing. And you need some antiseptic for the prevention of infection.Uneven healing w... | |
When to start having krimson 35 after having i pill?
HI,I am 24 year old girl. I am currently using Krimson 35 for irregular period problem .After 21st day of my medicine course i had unprotected sex with my bf, After 6 hours of unprotected sex i took I PILL. Please advice me ...shall i wait for my period or shall i ... | HiWhile on krimson 35 day 22-28 is safe period. There was no need to use I PILL after unprotected sex.Since you have used I PILL your period may be delayed. So don't depend on your period to start Krimson. Start the next pack after 7 days gap i.e. from day 29.I hope I have answered to your satisfaction.If you have any ... | |
Do nutirlite suppliments cure cancer and how long do they take to cure?
one of my aunts is suffering with cancer and doctors suggested to do cheamotherapy.... my frnd told me that nutrilite suppliments can be used to control cancer. how many months it takes?? and does it completely cure cancer ???? please help me with... | I am a cancer surgeon who has been practicing this field for several years now. I am also up to date with the latest in the field. I can assure you without a shred of doubt that nutrilite supplements cannot cure cancer in any patient howsoever long you may give them. So please do not fall for such traps and take the ad... | |
Suggest treatment for alveolitis and hilar adenopathy
dear doc ,i am 35 yrs old female from india.am 54 kg in wt 150 cm tall and ammarried since 8 yrs ,delivered a baby in oct 2010after a repeated ivf attempt.doc am suffering from scleroderma since 1995 .it was confirmed in 2002.for many yrs i had only raynaulds n ski... | Respected user, hi I evaluated your query thoroughly.*Management of hilar adenopathy depends on the etiology causing it as tuberculosis - fungal infection - atypical mycobacteria - viral - anthrax - bronchogenic carcinoma - sarcoidosis - lymphoma - silicosis .Hope this clears your doubts .Thanks for using Health care... | |
Skin reaction to boxing gloves, blotchy rashes. Remedy?
Hi, I'm into boxing, and a couple of weeks back I had a bit of a skin reaction to a pair of gloves I used. It left blotchy rashes in small clusters on both of my hands. I expected it to go away in a couple of days like a sweat rash, but about two weeks or so late... | From the information that you have given it looks like you are having "Contact Dermatitis"I would suggest you stop using those gloves.Please use cold water to wash your hands as it decreases constant irritation of the skin over your hands.You will also need antihistaminic tablet to decrease itching and also steroid cre... | |
What causes extreme mood swings?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... hi my name is linda and ifeel like i suffer from a disorder or something when i have mood swings i have them really bad when im angry i cry and scream because im so angry then i can be happy with in the ne... | Linda you are having bipolar personality traits. Such person are emotionally labile. You need some counselling sessions and psychometric analysis. If you are having bipolar disorder than drugs like lithium bicarbonate and valproate will help you to stabilize your mood. Visit a psychiatrist for these test... | |
What is the treatment for childhood absence seizures with no hindrance?
My 7 yr old has childhood absence seizures. They last only 3-5 seconds and he has them on average 3-5 per day that I catch. They do not affect his school work or anything else. What do I do? I'm afraid a specialist is going to recommend drugs but ... | Hi... I understand your apprehension regarding the anti-seizure medications. But as the episodes are becoming more frequent - the kid definitely needs to be evaluated and has to be put on medications. My suggestion to you at this point of time will be to - 1. Video graph the episode of your suspected absence seizure.2.... | |
Can numbness and bruising in the foot be side effects of Ritalin?
I have been taking Ritalin after a 10 year break from it for the last four days. I have been experiencing patches of numbness in my right calf and foot, together with mild bruising at the sites of the numbness. My question is is this a common side effec... | Hello, It seems to be a Ritalin related problem as numbness and colour change of skin if you are not using any other drugs. There is due possibility of interaction with blood flow leading to these changes. You need to meet your treating physician to let him see these patches and check them in detail. Hope I have answer... | |
Can itchy red rash after feeding be due to milk in Cerelac?
hi my son is developing itchy red colour rash soon after feeding cerelac(rice). this is the first feeding i gave for weaning. this disapper spontaneously with in 1 o 2 hrs. now i have stop giving cerelac n started on potato n carrot. what does it signify? is ... | Hi, welcome to HCM. Rash on taking ceralac which lasts for 2 hours, signify that probably your child is allergic to something in ceralac. You should stop ceralac immediately. Other weaning products can be used like ferex which is easily available in market. I hope this will help you. Take care. Regards: Dr Deepak Patel... | |
Suggest remedy for feeling hyperactive and too happy
I am 18 years old with psychiatric problems. My doctor has prescribed me antidepressants a month ago. However, for the past couple days I have been feeling too happy and hyper. I cannot get an appointment booked immediately. Should I discontinue using my antidepress... | hi, i have understood your concerns,, and in my opinion u shud discontinue your antidepressant medication until u have appointment to your treating psychiatrist..u must be given antidepressant medication for your depressed mood and sad feelings, tiredness, decrease concentration. but u may be having hidden bipolarity i... | |
Q. I have a swelling in my ankles. Is this because of heart failure?
Hello doctor, Since yesterday, I have been so tired, and I have a swelling in my ankles. It looks like a mild swelling, but I am scared. I have attached pictures of the swelling. Is this starting edema because of heart failure? I had some cardiac enl... | Hello. I have seen and reviewed the images which you have attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It looks like you have mild edema around your ankle. In the absence of any respiratory symptoms such as difficulty in breathing, or other cardiac symptoms such as chest pain, it is not related to any car... | |
Back injury, had stroke, neck pain, migraines, cold. Done MRI. Is it lymphatic disorder?
In the past two years I've had a lot of very strange things happen to the left side of my body. I was using pain killers heavily for a year prior for a back injury I sustained at work. After getting off of the pain killers I began... | i everything is normal it is allergyas allergies can cause off and on problems lke blockage and pnd causing lymph node enlargementsthis have been developed by pain killers and other medicinesget allergy doctor consultation who cabn find the cause may be polns drugs and foods to find he cause and treat according to alle... | |
What causes pressure on shoulder blade while having scoliosis and gerd?
Hello, lately I been having this pressure on my right shoulder blade like it I need to crack it or something. It s been there for like a month already. I do have scoliosis and GERD. Want to know what can cause this pressure point on my right shoul... | Hello, I have studied your case.According to your history and complains yes such kind of pain can due to compression of nerve and muscle sprain.Another differential can be rotator cuff injury which may need MRI for confirmation.Medication like methylcobalamine with muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain, you ca... | |
Erythmia in the antrum compatible with mild gastritis, what does it mean ?
Yes, i just had an upper GI and i have been advised that i have normal mucosa in the whole examined duodenum, erythmia in the antrum compatible with mild gastritis and irregular z line in the gastroesophofeal junction. What does this mean. They... | Hi you know what you are suffering from, may be the scopyv was done for same. so teh doctor wants to confirm same by biopsy from the affected area on stomach. Had you told me your age and sufferings, i would have been able to be more precise in making a diagnosis. the findings mean an evidence of hyperacidity associate... | |
Treatment for burning sensation in tongue after eating?
Dear Doctor, I have two more cases for my wife's parents and they are as follows:1. Mother in Law, she is around 53 years old. Last 3-4 months she is having problem in her mouth mainly in her tongue/front side of the tongue. She can't eat anything. When eating sh... | Hello, Welcome Thanks for consulting HCM, I have gone through your query ,as you are asking about mother in law , burning sensation on tongue dont worry , it cant bedue to inflammation on tongue or depapillation of papilla you do you can apply Ointment Mucopain or Dologel three times daily on tongue for one week ... | |
How can I get my longer erection to go back to normal?
Hi, I'm a male 30 yrs, working as a professional. I feel my penis erection is not normal and it is not enough for intercourse.. while I had my first sex at 2007 found that it was due to anxiety, but later sex experience consistently confirmed the abnormal dysfunct... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. Erectile dysfunction causes are many including diabetes and depression. Anxiety and obsession are some among most serious health conditions. Some drugs also cause erectile dysfunction. In the case of you, you are overruling the cause of anxiety and other allie... | |
What can cause a color blindness after a hit on the forehead?
my daughter got hit in the forehead today with a large hard rubber ball and then complained that the only color she could see was purple. This dissipated after a few hours. I took her to the ER and they did a CT scan and everything came back fine (or negati... | Hi and welcome to HCm. Thanks for the query. This is not usual symptom of head injury and she should be admitted to hospital for opservation. She needs to do more detailed ophtalmologist examination too to verify was there damage of eye structures. in most cases it passes spontaneously nad there is no specific treatmen... | |
Suggest medication for depression
Hi, my boyfriend is suffering from depression, I am worried about him but he s sleeping at the moment. I talked with him about finding an on line specialist to talk to him about what bothers him and see if he can figured out what s going on and why he has depression. Is it possible fo... | HiThanks for using healthcare magicIn his case, he needs help of a psychiatrist. He need proper mental evaluation, that would help to figure out the reason of depression. He also needs antidepressant that would help to control his negative thoughts. There are number of online specialist, but you can not get medication ... | |
What are the symptoms of SLE?
i drink... a lot... sometimes...and sometimes suddenly there is a regulal pounding in my head...its not a hangover.... that sounds like someone is building something in like 2 miles away. Can that be somehow related to SLE that I have? ---A girl from Finland--- | HiYes it may be related to SLE, you need to see your rheumatologist to assess it.these symptoms are usually not relieved by usual medications | |
How is a rotator cuff tear treated?
I am seeing an orthopedic surgeon in the morning for a probable rotator cuff tear due to a fall while sleepwalking on ambien. My pain is constant and worse at night. I have been taking 500 mg naproxen, but I ve had minimal relief. Is this normal? And how do I raise those points with... | Ct SCAN is not the right test for it. You should get MRi of the shoulder. If there is cuff tear then your doctor will refer you further for advise and management. You should take Amytryptalin 25 mg at night time to take care of night pain along with hot water fomentation and volini gel local application. | |
Can i take levofloxacin when i am allergic to penicillin and paracetamol ?
hi doc? am allergic to penicillin and paracetamol and i have a throat infection, what do i take and can i take levofloxacin | Yes you can safely take levofloxacin as it is chemically not related to penicillin. for fever you can take retoz tabs. | |
What is the treatment for disc prolapse and spinal cord stenosis?
hi doctor,i am jyothilekshmi. 28 years old now. i am sevrly sufferinh from back pain, after the detail check know that its a disk prolapse and spinal cord stenosis. i want know mor eabout this and also want to know the treatment methods plz help me so.... | Hello!My name is Dr. Aida and I am glad to attend you on Healthcaremagic! I would like to review your lumbar spine MRI report for a more professional opinion. Surgery could be a treatment option. For this reason, I recommend consulting with a spinal surgeon and discuss about surgery. Meanwhile, I would recommend follow... | |
Does Bell's palsy spread by kissing?
hi! I got bell's palsy second time 4 months ago now it is almost recovered i can say upto 90% only thing which is remaining i cannot whisle or circle my lips, well i want to know during this i kissed my girl friend so many times so can you tell me does bell's palsy will spread whil... | Hi..Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..As per your complain Bell's Palsy also known as Facial Nerve Palsy can occur due to Paralysis of seventh cranial nerve and the causes can be viral infection, trauma to the nerve or compression of the nerve with some tumou... | |
How can tingling sensation and numbness in the hands be treated?
My hands are tingling and are numb, also it’s shaking everytime i hold an object. this started when my hands were electrified after pulling the charger from the socket. then my toes followed. Its like i have varicose and its painful when i move. The dors... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You may be suffering from peripheral neuropathy or compressive neuropathy or lehmitts phenomenon. Also multiple sclerosis or cervical spondylosis may also present like this. Please consult your doctor he will examine and trea... | |
Suggest remedy for painful lumps on the penis
Hello,I m 19 years old male. I have been suffering from a problem since 3-4 months. The problem is - there was a lump of about 8mm near the base of my penis. The lump was painful when pressed, but now there is wound in the place of lump. There is also small bleeding from t... | hi.the best thing you could do is to consult with a urologist. a complete physical examination is needed. further diagnostic evaluation and medications would be dependent on the clinician's findings.hope this helps.good day!!~dr. kaye | |
How to induce penile growth?
Hi my name is Matt, as a teenager I used to masterbate and grew a lot of pubic hair all over my body. I also lost penis and testicle size. I haven't master bated for at least 12 years and still no growth. Just wondering if there is some kind of drug or treatment to promote growthThank you | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. The hair that grew all over your body was not pubic hair. They were body hair because of your strong male hormone. There is nothing unhealthy about it. Masturbation is normal and cannot harm your health in any way if you were within moderation. Masturbation ca... | |
Suggest treatment for anxiety
Hello. I am 19 and I have fairly bad anxiety. What I mean is, I have very bad anxiety. I have for the past year or two. I am very overweight, and my anxiety attacks are mainly illness phobia related ones. I am under alot of stress the last week, I have applied for an apartment that I am d... | Dear User,Thanks for using health care magic.From the available description it appears that you are having very problematic anxiety symptoms which needs to be addressed. I understand your will of not visiting ER but you can visit your primary physician. It os absolutely essential to get it treated as soon as possible b... | |
Q. What are the Ayurveda medicines for chronic allergies which become worse in winter.
Hello doctor, I am a 45 year old female. I have chronic allergies, which become worse in winter. What can I do, so that I do not need to take anti-allergic medications? | Hi. The allergic symptoms usually aggravate during winter season. It continues from November till February based on the climate in your place. You have not mentioned about the allergic site (nose or lung or skin). If it is nose or lung, the dryness due to winter can trigger the allergic response in nose. In this situa... | |
Noticed a large lump in a vein on my calf
I had a large lump in a vein on my calf (size of golf ball & very sore to touch),It appeared within a few hours, then when i awoke in the morning, the lump had disapeared & developed into a giant bruise (size of a a hand)This has happened on 3 occasions now - without tramua to... | Hello!Thank you for the query.Such lump has appeared due to blood clot in the vein or due to vein burst. Blood clot usually causes the area hard and tender. It appears in the place where varicose vein is usually present.Vein burst lump is less painful and not very hard.Both issues indicate chronic veins insufficiency. ... | |
Suffering from asthma
i have suffering from asthma for 20 yrs from childhood. now i have to take montekulast 10 mg everyday but i get my attacks of asthma daily so i have to use inhaler(salbutamol+beclomethasone). please guide me the right medicine . will this disease severity be reduced in future?i am really in tensi... | Hi,I had gone through your query and understand your concern.Brief answer:Please do not be so tensed.Yes the disease severity will be reduced in future even you may remain symptoms free if you follow physicians advise and take medicines properly.Detail answer:Your present condition requires stepping up of treatment acc... | |
What could lumps on wrist and elbow suggest?
My partner has a lump in his wrist and his elbow which was found by his doctor they have requested blood tests this week, he is very worried as to what it might be, it is very painful for him, do u have ay advice as to what the possibilities are please x | Hi,Dear,Welcome with your query to HCM.Studied your query in full depth of its details.Reviewed it in context of your health concerns.Based On the facts, You mostly seem to suffer from-Lump on the wrist and on the elbow could be 2 different entities-One on the wrist could be Ganglion and one around the elbow -could be ... | |
How long does copper take to get out of the body after copper IUD is removed?
How long for copper to be out of your system after a copper IUD has been removed? I had mine for over 2 years and just had it removed three weeks ago. Ever since I had it inserted I ve had skin colored bumps on my face and neck, which I ve n... | HIit takes 4 -6 months to get conception after copper twell i have never seen copper t to cause acne | |
What does the following blood test report indicate?
Hi Doctor, The following are my blood test results please review and advise: ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE (PHOTOMETRY) - 143 U/l 53 - 128 BILIRUBIN -DIRECT (PHOTOMETRY) - 0.24 mg/dl BILIRUBIN - TOTAL (PHOTOMETRY) 0.78 mg/dl 0.3-1.2 BILIRUBIN (INDIRECT - CALCULA... | Hello,It is a liver function test in which everything is fine that is a slight elevation of alkaline phosphatase if you don't have any symptoms then that's fine. If you are having any symptoms it indicates bile problem.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Bhadresh Lakhani | |
Will dulcolax reduce the chances of getting pregnant?
I had miscarriage last march. And now were trying to have another baby and according to my calendar my most fertile day was last saturday but my problm is i take 1 tab of dulcolax last monday night.. I want to know if its affect the chance of getting pregnant? Or i... | Hi,It is less likely to reduce the chances of getting pregnancy. Dulcolax (bisacodyl) is a laxative that acts by stimulating bowel movements and hence used to treat constipation.It is generally not recommended if you are pregnant, especially in the first 3 months however it not known to cause any harmful effects if try... | |
What causes joints pain in knees and fingers along with constant headache?
Hi I am 30 year old lady. Last 4 days I had fever which is getting cured with homeopathy medicine. But its getting followed by heavy joint pain in knees, elbow, fingers. .and now few sist in d hair n back of ears have come which is creating con... | Hello.Althugh you maybe do not like medicine and doctors, but I suggest you take blood results and visit medical doctor to do check-up.All teh best. | |
Suggest cure for MRSA
Hi. My name is Monica. My brother Lee, has contracted MRSA. It's in his nose, throat, gums, and glands. The Dr.'s told him that if it made it to his eyes... he was done for. OK.... conincidince or not? 6 months ago, his wife contracted it on her panty line. A little over 6 months before that... h... | Hi thanks for asking question in HCM.The staphylococci bacteria can live in environment for long duration.It is very much prevalant in atmosphere sourrounding of us.This infection also common in cat.Animal ti animal transmission much common.But incidently it can be transmitted from cat to human also.So you might acquir... | |
How can gallbladder stones be effectively treated?
I have a 1.7 cm. gall bladder stone which is causing many attacks and much discomfort with many symptoms. Should I have just the stone removed, or the whole bladder. I am receiving different opinions from different doctors. Thank you so much for your advise. | Hello,Symptomatic gall bladder stone has to be treated. As you have much symptomatic cholecystitis attack, cholecystectomy that is the removal of gall bladder operation has to be done. So your whole gall bladder needs to be removed. Consult surgeon for examination and discuss all these.Hope I have answered your query. ... | |
What causes shortness of breath, headache and rib cage pain?
I've been having some breathing problems lately, shortness of breath a lot. I've been have headaches even when I wake up and through out the day. I've been extra thirsty. Also I've been getting random pains in my hip and ribcage lately. what could be wrong? | It depends on how old are you?? And if you taking any medication....but first do complete blood count to exclude anemia | |
What severe nausea and headache be due to amoebic liver abscess?
Hi, recently I was affected by amoebiasis along with blood in the stool and my doctor prescribed me Ornof, Bestozyme and 3 doses of Zentel. After that, blood in the stool has stopped, however, I am having pain on the right side of stomach, right chest an... | Hi thanks for contacting health care magic.....Noted you had amebic dysentery and given correct treatment for it.....As dysentery leads to ulcer in colon , so right side pain can be there ....If Colitis is there by ameba then also pain can occur....As the pain is on right side rule out amebic secondary liver abscess ..... | |
What do lumps on the back indicate?
мy ғιance нaѕ вeen developιng lυмpѕ all oғ нιѕ вacĸ and тнey pop υp oυт oғ ĸnow wнere. нe doeѕ noт нave ι ѕυrance yeт ѕo we can'т тaĸe нιм тo тнe docтor вυт тнeѕe lυмpѕ are ѕolιd, тнey do noт мove, and appear oυт oғ nowнere. ѕнoυld we вe concerned and тaĸe нιм тo тнe eмergency rooм? | Hello,As per my clinical experience to deal with such conditions, it is possible neurofibroma or others. There is no need to rush to ER (Emergency room), but a consultation with the surgeon is mandatory by appointment.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel | |
Taking spinal TB treatment. Heaviness in leg, movement loss. Pressure on spine die to abscess. Concerned
Hi I am having spinal tb treatment. After having treatment my legs feel heavy and slowly my movement loss. My doctor told me there is pressure on spinal due to abcesses. It s 1 month but still I am in bed rest and ... | Probably there is spinal cord compression due to tubercular pathology of the spine and early decompression may be indicated.Sometimes it takes almost 2-3 months for pathology to reduce and thus swelling near nerve tissues gradually subside with rest, immobilization,drugs- all reduce surrounding inflammation. But in ca... | |
What causes sudden breathing difficulties?
yesterday i was in the move theater, and i inhaled to take a breath. and it felt like air went to my brain. it hurt a little bit then it was gone. it physically felt like a tube was going from my lungs to my brain then it stopped. it was just one breath. any idea what it was? | Thanks for your question on HCM.I don't think you are having any organic lung disease.The symptoms you are describing like feeling of tube going from lung to brain , is seen in hallucinations. Hallucinations is perception of impossible things.So better to consult psychiatrist and discuss your symptoms.You may require a... | |
What causes chest pains with difficulty in breathing?
I had stomach problems 3 days ago with severe nausea, stomach pain, muscle cramps and fatigue. Everything is now better except now i have chest pains, difficulty breathing, leg cramps and fatigue. i am not sure if it is part of what i had or a whole different probl... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. I don't think your stomach problem and current breathing difficulty are connected. In my opinion, you are mostly having bronchitis (inflammation of airways). Bronchitis causes similar symptoms like difficulty in breathing, chest pain and body... | |
What does enlarged heart mean?
My daughter is 20 and her heart was racing very fast sunday while just sitting there, we went to her primary and they did an ekg and said the left side of her heart is enlarged and she needs to see. Cardiologist, should I be freaking out because I m very worried | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, you should definitely consult cardiologist for your daughter. Her symptoms like sudden racing of heart and enlarged heart on ecg can be due to Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) or valvular heart disease. So better to consult gynecologist and g... | |
What could be the tumour in liver?
hi my dad has been diagnosed with a tumor on the liver which has blocked the bile duct... has been in hospital in and out since march 25th.2014. is in again and is on Clindamycin and IV fluids is awaiting opperation and is suffering a lot hes lost a lot of weight and his voice has be... | As far as tumors of the liver are concerned they range in variety from SIMPLE BENIGN tumors to AGRRESSIVE MALIGNANT ones.....Keeping in view your scenario that tumor has involved the bile duct it seems to be an AGGRESSIVE lesion BUT again thorough testing is requred in order to get the right diagnosis. Some differnt... | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it... | |
Why am i having hot flashes for years?
I am 70 + and am still having hot flashes. I started them in my mid 40s and have not stopped except for a few years when I took premarin. I stopped that when medical studies warned of breast and ovary cancers. I have them maybe 5 times during the day and also at night. Any info w... | Hot flashes are typically caused by hormonal imbalance. When a woman hits menopause and her body starts to make the transition, production of estrogen and progesterone is disrupted. This change causes the hypothalamus to think that the body needs cooling down so it sends signals to the rest of the body, which in turn c... | |
Why am I feeling bloated and crampy in my lower abdomen and 4-5 bowel movements a day ?
I m 27yrs old, 5 6 , 145lbs. For the last 3 days I ve been feeling really bloated and crampy in my lower abdominal area. I ve also been having 4-5 small bowel movements a day. I usually only go 1-2 times a day. They are the same co... | Hi, . Do you have Mucus in stool? Your Symptoms suggest Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). It could be due to stress, Hormonal changes, Infection or Intake of carbonated beverages. Experiment with fiber foods if they happen to increase your symptoms you may want to stop it. For eg, Fresh fruits and Green Leafy Vegetables.... | |
What is the cause for cracks in the upper back and neck?
My upper back and neck sometimes crack when I breathe in heavily. Also If I just slightly tilt my back to the right it will crack (the amount varies) should I be worried and see someone or is this normal? I take adderall and I know that can cause stiffness... | Hello, The crackling sound what you hear is due to spondylitis of the joints in the neck and spine although you have not told me your age. It is a common condition in patients aged above forty. The diagnosis can confirm on x-rays after consultation with your physician. In the meanwhile, you can start physiotherapy with... | |
What causes rapid heart rate in a child?
my 5 yr old niece in icu right now her heart rate is was at 240. they did blood work and cant find anything. numbers were good today and tonight she had a relapse heart rate shot up to 230 and all she did was sit and watch tv in the hospital and ideas/ | Hi... we need to consider supraventricular tachycardia here. Please discuss this with her pediatrician or cardiologist.Best regards - Dr Sumanth Amperayani | |
Can cancer in uterus be detected through blood test?
hi Doctor my mum is 50 years old and she started to have some sort of flip on her outside of the belly 8-10years ago but after her sever pain on her tummy she been admitted to the hospital and found she has a lump in her womb and finally the doctors said that she ha... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. She has lump in her uterus. It can be leiomyoma or cancer. Blood test has no relation with this cancer. It is possible that despite of cancer blood test is totally normal. So she should go for ct scan to know exact location and spread. Then sh... | |
What causes flea bites on the scrotum of a 4 year old?
My four year old has two flea bites on his scrotum and says a playmate kicked him there today as well. I checked at 3:30PM, and there was no bruising. He said it hurt. At 9:PM my wife checked and found his scrotum to be heavily bruised and swollen, particularly on... | Scrotal injury as described by you seems to be severe. This area is most sensitive part of the body, so the child must be in severe pain. Injury to testicles also need to be evaluated at the earliest. Do not delay. kindly take the child to ER immediately. | |
How to control masturbation?
hello sir i have a bad habit mean hp during hp iam free within 1mnts next 3 month my maraige ceremony wiil be so i want to some informatiom from u that how i enjoy my marraige life i have no control in my this habit .can u give me some suggestion/advise to controll it | Hi, In my opinion to control masturbating you should understand the route cause for its addiction. which is neurotransmitters like dopamine and endorphins are secreted during masturbation which is addictive. You can also produce these neurotransmitters by indulging in aerobic exercises and doing things that will make y... | |
Discharge and infection behind ear, brown color on pad post cleaning, burning and pain, history of allergies.
I do not have a mirror where I can see what it looks like but behind my ear I have a discharge, infection. When I used an alcohol pad to clean behind my ear the pad had a brownish color to it. Behind my ear bu... | Hi there. It appears that you may be having fungal infection in the outer ear fold. This could result from sweat accumulation, seborrheic dermatitis and lack of hygiene. While showering, do clean behind ears as otherwise infection may develop. If you have severe dandruff, you may need similar ointments which you are us... | |
Could shortness of breath and rashes be a reaction to sulfa drugs and penicillin taken for kidney infection?
What antibiotic is best to treat a kidney infection if I am allergic to sulfa drugs and penicillin? I am currently taking Bactrim DS Tablets but when I woke up this morning I had a rash all over and felt short ... | Good Day and thank you for being with Healthcare Magic! Yes bactrim is classified as a Sulfa drug and you should not take it. Other medications for UTI would be ciprofloxacin and other fluoroquinolones and cefuroxime or other cephalosporins. These are prescription drugs and you may need to see a doctor to write you one... | |
What causes the problem in getting pregnant?
i have irregular periods ranging from 30-40 days my last cycle was nov 9th on dec 17th i had brownish spotting for 2 days only when i wipe been nauseous minor food cravings, lower back and abdomen pain constipation, husband been nauseous and eating more junk food.body feel ... | Hi, I think you should go for evaluation first. Do a thyroid profile and prolactin levels and a ultrasound for your uterus and ovaries. Also a semen analysis of your partner should be done. If everything is fine, you can take some medicines for growth of your follicles and track your follicles growth by repeated ult... | |
Suggest remedy for discomfort/itchiness in urethral region
Hello I noticed an irritation after using rough toilet tissue in what I believe would be my external urethral orfice area. I had a small amount of blood on a pantliner too which I did not know was the onset of a period but the irritation lead me to believe i... | Thanks for posting you query to health care magic.You dont need to worry it could be due to superfecial tear in mucosa. you just maintain proper celaning of your private part with water and repeat it 2-3 times in day . wear clean undergarments and wash used clothing in warm water .Take rest and avoid sexual contact .... | |
How to cure the side effects of steroid?
i had sarcoidosis earlier & doctors gave me steroid for that at a very high dose. now i have stopped taking steroid but i am suffering from so many side effects of it such as weight gain, frozen shoulder, lower back pain. can u please tell me how to overcome these. my age is 53... | Hi, Long term use of steroids sometimes causes some side effects but since now you have discontinued it the side effects will some be overcome. (I hope you have discontinued it only after consulting your doctor as per the requirement of your basic disease). Now for your existing symptoms like low back pain, weight gain... | |
Dizziness, metallic taste in mouth, tingling feeling in tongue. Have high blood pressure, asthma, Crohn s disease
Hi, I occasionally have a combination of 3 things at once, lasting for less then a minute. I get very dizzy, with metallic taste in my mouth and tingling feeling on the side of my tongue. Nowadays it occur... | Hi,Thanks for asking the query,This could be due to the medical conditions.Take multivitamin suplements.Take complete balanced diet.Get the complete examination done by Physician.Take care! | |
Could lump in hip area be a tumor?
I found a lump in my hip area on my bikini line. it has grown in the past week and it just recently started becoming uncomfortable. my whole leg has gotten a little sore. it is doesnt hurt as much as in is uncomfortable. is it possible it could be a tumor or something. i am a 20 year... | Any new lump which has increased in size needs to be investigated. It may turn out to be benign or due to an infection but malignant cancer is always a possibility. Imaging with ultrasound, a radiograph and a fine needle aspiration for cytological examination may be required.Please consult your doctor. | |
Can manic depression lead to paranoid schizophrenia?
Hello, I was diagnosed when I was 12 with manic depression. Lately, my depression has gotten worse and I feel I have no control of what I do anymore. I m worried that how I am feeling lately could be symptoms of schizophrenia. Paranoid schizophrenia is inherited eve... | Hello, If you have a genetical orientation towards paranoid schizophrenia, you also may have the risk. But, you can avert it with proper lifestyle changes using CBT. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. K. V. Anand, Psychologist | |
Q. I hear my pulse after exercise and sex. Why?
Hello doctor, I am 38-year old, 85 kg, male. Had extensive heart check last year, which came clear. Doctor said I have mild valve insufficiency (doctor said it is normal) and blood pressure of 110/70. Lately, I hear my pulse more noticeably and feel it in various parts o... | Hello. I passed carefully through your medical history and would like to explain that your symptoms (palpitations and pulse feeling through the body) are not related to any specific heart disorder unless you have primary aortic valve insufficiency. When significant (moderate to severe) aortic insufficiency is present, ... |
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