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Q. I get blood in stools with constipation, but there is no pain. Please help.
Hello doctor, I am 22 years old and I have a problem of blood in the stool for two days. I do not feel pain and any other symptoms but sometimes constipation exist and my long toilet interval is once every two days (most common). Sometimes ... | Hello. Constipation is very common due to the active lifestyle considering your age and history. The blood in stools can be due to chronic constipation. As it does not pain while you pass stool it confirms constipation. To prevent constipation you should drink more water, considering summer season 3 to 4 liters should ... | |
How can chronic pain in the hips that worsens at night be treated?
I have pain in both hips9esp the right, Worse at night. I have trided epidural injections, gabapentin,heating pad oxycodone.No help I m at my wits end Should I start over with a different neurologist. This has been going on for 15 yrs but getting worse... | take mri and consult ortho and neurosurgeon. donot try any medication without doctors advise, what you are taking are analgesic. | |
Could an infection result in fever, constant nasal discharge, muscular cramps and headaches?
I have a low grade fever, constant nasal discharge (sometimes clear, sometimes green), I have been tested for allergies and they say I have none. I have muscle aches and pains, headache, low IgG treated with exogenous IgG (hav... | Hi, If I were your treating Doctor for this case of kind of immunodeficiency, I would say that as per your description, fever, constant nasal discharge, muscular cramps and headaches are all possible in such cases and related to recurrent infections only! In fact, this is one of the characteristics / presentations of i... | |
Q. Can local anesthesia under sedation be used to decrease pain while suturing?
Hi doctor,My surgeon is recommending local anesthesia with sedation for an umbilical hernia. It is a small hernia as per the surgeon, and a small incision and perhaps 1 or 2 stitches on the abdomen will be needed to repair it and perhaps a... | Hello. I hope you are doing fine. Coming to your query, the efficacy of local anesthesia depends on various factors like the expertise of anesthetist, drugs used, adjuvants, the amount of drug used, etc. For a small and uncomplicated hernia, local anesthesia with sedation is a preferred technique and you can be dischar... | |
Suffering from bile duct cancer, difficulty in eating, pain in stomach. Suggestions?
my husband has bile duct cancer that has spread to bone, liver and stomach. He is no longer being treated with chemo due to its spread. Within the last month he has been having a great deal of difficulty eating as he gags on the food ... | Hi, your husband has bile duct cancer, that has spread to the bone, liver and stomach. You too know the prognosis but i can suggest you some medicines for maintenance. I to my patients with such symptoms prescribe a combination of omeprazole and domperidone combination, twice daily, as it is a... | |
What causes pea sized lump in the temple area?
Greetings Dr. Prasad, over the last 3 months I have developed a rise on the side of my temple, I believe it may be due to a tooth filling gone bad. The Rise falls in line with a vein / vessel, I consulted with a plastic surgeon last week and he said that due to the size (... | Hi dear thanks for the query on HCMThe region you are explaining is the region where a major vessel runs.With ageing the vessel becomes prominent and starts bulging out. Sometimes you can feel the pulsation also.The lump the doctor is fell ng you is also right.If you see similar multiple lumps along the vessels then yo... | |
What exercises relieves the pain due to writer's cramp disease?
I am Amit. i have suffer from writer's cramp diseases in my right hand finger. I am suffering in writing so much, specially in small characters. So please tell me exercise for this treatment for quick well. My e-mail i.d. is YYYY@YYYY | Hello, I would recommend performing nerve conduction studies in order to exclude possible pinched nerve in this hand. Some treatment to consider would be trihexyphenidyl (Artane) and benztropine (Cogentin). Another treatment option would be botulinum injection. Unfortunately besides relaxing, there are not many exercis... | |
Suggest treatment for rashes in child
Hi my child has had a rash that started in her diaper are and has spread all over the body we were given an alergy med by her Dr. But now the rash comes and goes every couple of hours is hot in the rash and slightly purple and bumbumpy what can we use to calm it. | Hi...by what you quote this looks like urticaria or a simple skin allergy. You can use Hydroxyzine at 1-2mg/kg/dose every 6th to 8th hourly for 7-10 days. Most important thing to be remembered is that it has a propensity to recur (called as second crop) within 10-14 days. If this happens, you can start using the same m... | |
Suggest treatment for bacterial infection in the foot
My son had a kidney transplant 2002 and everything was ok. He went to his primary care doctor and prescribed Bactrim for infection in his foot. The doctor says she checked with the hospital transplant clinic before prescribing this drug. He is now In Acute transpla... | 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.Kidney transplant patient should not be given drugs which affects the kidney function.In my advice you should test culture and sensitivity from the infected foot. By this way we get ba... | |
Q. Kindly tell me the risks of pregnancy in women over 40.
Hi doctor, I had a c-section with my first pregnancy 19 years ago. I have fallen in love with a wonderful man who does not have kids. I and my fiance have been discussing and are planning to have a baby. I am concerned if I am able to have a VBAC delivery with... | Hello. Pregnancy at the age of 48 years definitely come with certain risks like an increased risk of chromosomal abnormalities due to the defective ovum being released. Also there may be a difficulty in the conception itself. VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) delivery has to take into a lot of factors into considerat... | |
Suggest treatment for recurrent dreams about deceased partner
My 72 year old mother is having some really weird symptoms. She is either dreaming or hallucinating and it is always the same scenario. Someone (usually my dad who passed two years ago) comes by then they leave and say they will be back but they never come ... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I can understand. Hallucinations and related symptoms are associated with delusional disorder, dementia, schizophrenia etc. Your mother is already 72. I suggest as long h the behavior is not harmful to others, please let her enjoy herself by working for others... | |
Is the red and swelled belly button normal?
My baby is 6 weeks and 1 day. We went to the doctor today and he has an umbilical granuloma. The doctor treated it with silver nitrate. Now my sons belly button is slightly red and slightly swollen. Is this normal? Also how should I clean this from now on? Thankyou! | Hi...umbilical granuloma responds very well to Potassium permanganate usually or Mupirocin ointment. I suggest you get back to your paediatrician with these tips and get a prescription as these are prescription drugs.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
I am diagnosed with polycystic ovaries and have sever abdominal pain
I am a 23 year old female, yesterday I thought I was getting cramp but the pain turned so severe and intense that I was sick several times. I experienced a sudden fever and my breath was short as though in labour. I have a coil fitted and the pain wa... | Hi! please take a urgent ultrasound pelvis to rule out whether the coil has been misplaced.The symptoms are similar. | |
Suffering from pink eye & fever
My son has pink eye went to doctor got drops been giving it to him for 5 days now and still not better. He has a runny nose and now he is running fever? his eye is still bloodshot looking even after taking medicine. My son has down syndrome. He keeps the runny nose thing. Why would... | Hello,Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query.I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through.Fever with pink eye suggests that there could be an infection and that needs to be taken care of. You have not mentioned which drops your doctor has given to you... | |
What causes numbness and liquid discharge from the penis?
Hello Doctors. I am a 21 year old male. A few months ago I went to the doctors thinking I had an std on my penis, but the doctor told me not to worry and it is nothing but a skin tag. Wear and tare to be exact. I also told him I feel that I have some sort of fl... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. The liquid that comes out of your penis is a combination of urine and the semen itself. That is a natural process of your body and there is nothing to be alarmed of. You consulted a doctor for STDs earlier and that episode is still staying as an obsession in y... | |
How to treat raw skin in a 3 years old child?
hi my neighbor s 3yr. old colored her face around her eyes,cheeks & on her eyelids with permanent marker. She used mr. clean magic eraser to get it off which caused her to have raw skin. Can silver sulfadiazine be used on her face /FORGET IT I NEEDED YOUR HELP BUT YOU WANT... | Hi,Thank you for asking question on health care magic.Local application of Mupirocin ointment twice daily will prevent infection and helps in healing.Any wound over the face heals quickly because of rich blood supply of the face.Hope this answer will serve your purposePlease feel free to ask any more queries if require... | |
Could the red hard lump be due to lyme's disease?
I have a tick bite i gotten about 4-5 months ago and i have a little red hard bump it looks like a pimple or ingrown hair. It does not itch or irritate me at all. There is no ring around it or anything. I feel fine is there any way i can still get lyme disease? | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, if this is the insect bite then it may not be lyme disease, again if this is the just swelling so it might not be any insect bite but could be just allergic symptom and it can be managed with Diphenhydramine lotion else it is nothing to worry hope this information he... | |
Can pregnancy be affected by granuloma on right lung?
Hi! More than six months ago i've experience coughing with lots of phlegm and my doctor advise me to do a CT Scan. The result shows that I had a pneumonia, my doctor have given me antibiotics. Now, after 6 months, my doctor ask me to do a CT scan again to be sure... | Hello dearWarm welcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query in details .* Granuloma is a mass of granulation tissue usually following some sort of infection or inflammation .* It will not cause problem in pregnancy .Hope this will help to clear your doubt .Wishing you fine health ah... | |
How to get rid of fungus under toenail?
Hi there, a family member of mine noticed a green fungus under his toenail for about 2weeks now and he has been using the econaderm cream solution. Is that the best option to treat and get rid of the fungus? Or should he try some hydrogen peroxide? If he can use the hydrogen per... | Hi,Fungal infection in toe nails takes long time to cure.Continue with local application anti-fungal lotion.Go for one course of oral anti-fungal medicine like Flucanozole 150 mg once in a week for 4 weeks.Ok and take care. | |
How to terminate pregnancy?
Hi my name is marcia n I m still4 weeks pregnant my family said they would kick me out if I m pregnant ,I m pregnant23 desperate to terminate it.can i use cinnamon ,joko tea anything home remedies safe,I m a psychology student supposed to graduate soon.help | U can go to a registered medical practitioner, for terminating since you are 4 weeks pregnant.government permits abortion up to 20 weeks.. Home remedies may help but you can't be always sure, and always there is a risk for retained products. So its better to visit a registered medical practitioner. | |
Suggest treatment for insect bite causing swelling and forming blister on foot
I got bit by a horsefly 2 days ago on the top of my foot. yesterday my foot was swollen and a red raised bump where the bite was. today my foot is less swollen and the bite area is a large blister... do I need to see a dr. ? should I pop th... | Yes, it would be advisable to get checked, as you might need shots to cut infection or allergy from spreading. Local dressing will keep away dirt while the blister takes its time to heal - No, do not burst it, lest the exposed skin layer underneath is exposed to dirt inviting more infection. A check will decide the cou... | |
Suggest treatment for the damage to brain caused due to Risperdal
I have been taking risperdal for three years. Recently, I realized that it had caused serious damage to my brain (which I hope is reversible). I took myself off the drug and started taking magnesium (mood is much better). My question is what is the best... | if you having problems with resperidone, the effect will get away itself after you stop medication. But if it still persists, it may be due to your primary illness for which resperidone might have been started | |
Is it normal to grind and clench teeth in sleep?
I don't know what words to use...but my son makes noise with his teeth while sleeping...just similar to the sound that we hear when someone is shivering with cold...first i thought the problem to be small so i contacted the doctor near my house...he told that it may be ... | Hi..Welcome to HCM..As per your complain it seems that your son has a teeth grinding habit also known as Bruxism and it can be due to causes like teething, anxiety,hyperactive kids etc..It can cause considerable wearing off of the teeth leading to making them sensitive and at times there can be nerve exposures and pain... | |
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 b... | 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 ... | |
Excessive sadness, fear, scary thoughts, scared of losing loved ones. Treatment for poor mental health?
This is the 2nd time this has happened to me in less then a month I get really sad, scared and cry alot really scary thoughts come to my mind. I m so afraid I could hurt myself or my kids which I love so much. I m s... | Hi there ~ I understand all that you are going through. It is called endogenous or clinical depression. It is not uncommon in these conditions to have these thoughts. However getting the right treatment in the form of medications, and therapy and maybe hospitalization for a few days might be helpful in your case. T... | |
Can levophed damage the fingers ofa 61 yr old female with kidney tumor?
Hello, I do have a question concerning sepsis. My mother in law was admitted to the hospital on a Friday and by Saturday was moved to the CCU Unit and on Sunday had to have a ventilator. She has been diagnosed with a tumor in her left kidney. The ... | Livophed isnorepinephrine sympathomimatic possible side effect muscle pain bradichadia synosis lip fingertip decrease urination. It isused for treatment of hypotension also cardio pulmonary resucitation Itconstrict blood vessel. Inmy opinion ,it should beleft to treating doctor. | |
What causes pain in lower back radiating to the leg?
Hi....i have had problems with my lower back over the years and it is now giving me much grief. Along with the lower back, i am having severe pain there and in the middle back as well. It also goes down to my left groin and in my bottom too. The pain also radiates d... | Hi, I am Dr.Bruno and Let me answer your query.The Symptoms you have described make me suspect compression of a Lumbar Nerve Root You need X Ray LS Spine - AP View and Lateral View in Flexion, Extension and Neutral Positions and a MRI LS Spine with Whole Spine and Brain Screening If you need any clarification / have do... | |
What causes persistent cough with frothy phlegm?
Hi, I have had a problem with coughing up clear foamy phlem for over a year, I have seen the doctor a few times and also seen an ENT consultant. So far I have been given an allergy test and put on antihistamines and A beclonase nasal spray. Neither is having any affect.... | Hi,Thank You for giving us the previlege to answer you here on Healthcaremagic.Impression: Post Nasal Drip under evaluationit is commonly caused due to deviated nasal septum.You need to be evaluated by a ENT expert.Treatment involves surgical correction of the abnormality.Persistent cough none the less needs evaluation... | |
What could be the pimple like thing on scrotum which is slightly red in color?
hello, im a 16 year old boy and have this pimple like thing on my scrotum. its very tough/hard around the head of the pimple like thing and its slightly red and very sensitive. ive had this for about 3-5 day. my father says it s just a staf... | Good Day and thank you for being with Healthcare Magic!Yes it is usually caused by the bacteria Stap. aureus. It is generally a pimple in the scrotum. just wash it with soap and water everyday and it will go away on its own like any other pimple. I hope I have succeeded in providing the information you were looking for... | |
What causes dizziness with a forehead headache?
my 7 year old daughter has been saying she is getting dizzy ( think more like lightheaded) and a light headache on the front of her forehead (between her eyes) and side temple. for a couple of weeks and almost every day (a couple times a day). says she almost feels out o... | It could be something that is innocent, and likely to go away, or it could be the start of something else. You need to get her BP checked, her urine examined, and also a good neurologist to look her over to rule out any internal problem. Do not ignore the symptom as it is occurring everyday.Dr. Taher | |
Suggest treatment for severe back and abdominal pain after an injury
Hi, I am a 50-year old female. 4 days ago, I slipped and fell. I hurt my back and have been asked to be on a 6-weeks bed rest and to wear a back brace throughout this period (x-ray says the my bone got slightly move due to the fall). However, since t... | Hi,In my opinion you don't have to worry at all that is very common with all patients using painkillers or analgesic containing NSAIDS you may need to use an alternative or decrease the dosing and use it when needed or just decrease it from 3 times per day to 2 or such that wont affect your treatment it may cause less... | |
What are the side effects of cycolpam and orni tablets?
Dear doctor, My wife is on prescribed course by our family physician, who has given her cycolpam,orni and rablet tablets as she was suffering from stomach pain. over the period of 8 days now ... she is feeling every weak after taking the medicine, I have given he... | Hi,Orni is an anti-protozoal and antibacterial drug used in treatment of infections caused by anaerobic bacteria. This drug can cause unusual tiredness or weakness, dizziness. You can stop the drug and continue with cyclopam if the pain is still present. Nutritional deficiencies such as anemia should also be ruled out.... | |
What causes chronic cough while having reduced WBC count?
I have had a ongoing cold with a cough for over 8 weeks. I went to GP and he gave me antibiotics and and inhaler and requested a chest X Ray which came back clear. My symptom persisted so I was then given steroids and a much stronger antibiotics which helped bu... | your low WBC count could be the result of antibiotic and other medicines usage it will get better in few weeks to months after stopping them.you need to work to improve your immunity to overcome cough it could be just allergic bronchitis or viral bronchitis or fungal first try to identify the triggers and avoid exposin... | |
Should squishy painless spot on head after a hit cause worry in a 2 years old?
My 2 year old hit the side of her head on the corner of the table and the spot is squishy. This happened 3 days ago. She has been acting completely normal, no vomiting, no dizziness, no abnormal behavior etc. Even to touch the spot doesn t ... | There is nothing to worry if there is no any danger signs like vomiting,Unconsciousness,Bleeding from ear or nose. | |
Suggest possible treatment for abdominal pain
I am suffering from abdominal pain from past 3 months | Hello and welcome to HCM,Abdominal pain can occur due to enlargement, inflammation or any other disease process of any abdominal organ.An ultrasound of the abdomen is required to look for status of the organs in the abdomen.Further investigations will be decided by the result of ultrasound.Consult a surgeon for clinica... | |
Suggest treatment for fever, coughing and bleeding in eye
I had high fever,eye bleeding at night,slimy cought,one stage I couldn't even talk,and the sniffles,and my fever won't disappear even I took two weeks Burana 400mg. But the temperature started go down,the point is,I still have fever,and it wont go away. | Hi, as per your symptoms, tab.ibuprofen won't be able to help alone, bleeding from eye may be due to various reasons like severe cough,hypertension, roughly rubbing of eyes,blood thinners drugs.As u are having high grade of fever u should first get investigated simply CBC mainly for total count if there any bacterial i... | |
Does numbness in hands and arms suggest lung cancer in a smoker?
I am 51, female & a smoker for maaany years. Is it true that numbness in hands & arms is a sign of lung cancer? It happens primarily when I am vertical, resting or upon waking from sleep. I also have had many bronchial infections over the years & just re... | Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM.I can understand your situation and problem.I don't think your numbness in arm and hand is due to lung cancer. Because lung cancer will not cause this.It can be due to smoking related neuropathy. Vitamin B 12 deficiency is common in smokers. So your numbness can be due to thi... | |
Q. Is there an ayurveda treatment for nonretractable foreskin?
Hi doctor, I am 22 years old. I am unable to retract my foreskin in both flaccid and erect state. Please suggest. | Hi. Revert back after three months to an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
What are the symptoms of potential pregnancy?
I recently got off of the depo shot, ( Oct-15 was when my last injection was due ) & i have had pregnancy symptoms. I looked in my calendar to see when the last time I bleed was; And my period ended on Nov, 10.. Witch means I would have ovulated from Nov,13 - Nov,19. Witch... | HiDr. Purushottam welcomes you to HCM virtual clinic!Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully gone through your case, and I think I have understood your concern. I will try to address your medical concerns and would suggest you the best of the available treatment options.1] Please do not panic.2] In... | |
Does a HIDA scan or endoscopy look at liver or pancreas?
Does a hida scan or endoscopy look at liver or pancreas? I had both done for chronic severe upper abdominal pain . Feels like I am constantly being stabbed in put of stomach , sometimes gears a little to upper right. I am belching and burping constantly also. Bo... | Hi and welcome to HCM,thank you for your query.No,these 2 procedures cant verify some liver or pancreatic diseases. You need to do ct scan or some certain laboratory findings to evaluate this. Your symptoms suggest stomach issue but also it can be caused by bowel disorder or pregnancy. So you may need colonoscopy too. ... | |
Noticed bleeding in nose after a accidental injury
my 19 month old bumped his head last night while he was sleeping, he rolled over and bumped his head on the wall. when he woke up there's dry blood on his nose after cleaning it he went back to sleep. when he woke up, he sneezed and his nose started to bleed again. sh... | Hi...nose bleeding after head injury how ever trivial it is is not a good sign. I suggest you take him to the nearest emergency as soon as possible.I will suggest you danger signs of head injury -1. Vomiting continuously2. Seizures3. Watery of bloody discharge from ears and nose4. Unconsciousness5. Altered sensorium or... | |
Thymectomy, taken gravitor, omnacortil 10 mg , xtracalCT, rabephex, trying to conceive, sperm count low
Hi I am 31yr old gone through thymactomy last 8 months and I am under medication, medicine given are gravitor, omnacortil 10 mg ,xtracalCT and rabephex and mean while we are planning for first child we got married s... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The medicines that he is taking are not likely to cause a low sperm count. The sperm count can be increased by taking a healthy diet, avoiding alcohol and smoking and taking proper supplements.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Taya... | |
can chest congestant for allergy cause cross eyed?
Hi I the past couple days when i wake from sleeping ive been cross eyed for a few minutes well today from my naps its been over 2 hours and it still not going away. I ve been taking some generic chest decongestant could i be allergic or is it something else? | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern.Chest decongestant does not cause cross eyed.Crossed eyes occur either due to nerve damage or when the muscles around your eyes don’t work together because some are weaker than othersSo, I suggest to consult an ophtalmologist for further evalaution.Hope my a... | |
Q. What causes blurred vision even after cataract surgery?
Hello doctor, I had my first cataract surgery in the right eye four years back. Now again this year, I just had cataract surgery in the left eye. Just today, after three days of my second cataract surgery in the left eye, the vision in my right eye is not clea... | Hello. I understand your concern and want to assure you that it is usually just a benign increase in tearing in both eyes after surgery that causes such a picture. It settles down on its own and will not need any further treatment than your post-operative medication. In case, you are experiencing problems only in your ... | |
What could cause pain in stomach when tight clothes are worn and with pressure on stomach?
hello and thank you for your time. my problem is that whenever i wear tight pants or whenever there is any sort of pressure on my stomach , i get terrible pains. i am forced to buy clothing that are bigger than my size, and i al... | Hi.Thanks for your query and history, I have read this and understood your problem well. The most probable reason for such an odd symptoms of having pain in abdomen on tight pants and clothes may be :That you are suffering from enteritis like that seen in typhoid , diverticulitis or any other inflammatory process insid... | |
Could the nagging pain in breast be due to liver?
Hi, I am a 48 year old female, very healthy,walk 3 miles 5 days a week. Just had all complete blood panel--everything normal overall cholesterol was 173, hdl 73 and ldl 77. Liver panel alp=38 asp=32 alp=36. I drink 1 to 3 and sometimes 4 glasses of wine per night. I ha... | Hello, Pain in the right chest may be a muscular pain or pleuracy or pneumonitis or herpes zoster or radiculopathy. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. Take tablet ultracet twice a day for five days. If symptoms not improved please consult with your physician he will examine and take chest xray... | |
Teenager. Constant dizziness and tensed. Suggest
HI MY NAME IS GUSTAVO DE LA CRUZ .AND MY QUESTION IS ,MY 13 YEAR OLD GIRL IS BEEN GETTING DIZZY ALMOST LIKE SHE IS GOING TO FAINTH . I WAS JUST READING ABOUT WHAT CAUSES IT, AND I WAS WONDERING WHAT CAN I DO IN THE MEAn time to make her fell that its temporaly so she ... | Dear, Half knowledge about body functioning is like having no knowledge at all, It can create stress and anxiety now you are facing. If you want to clear your doubt, consult a physician first. No self conclusion. It can do more harm than good. You are not your doctor. There are people who are qualified. Consult them an... | |
What causes swelling in the bone of the ring finger?
I have a gout attack on the 2nd and 1st falange joint of the ring finger. Now the pain is getting better and swelling lesser. But the bones on the joint are slightly swollen and wider . Will the swelling in the bone also subside and the width of the joint become lik... | Hello, Usually the swelling goes away and the joint is as before. But if permanent damage had occurred and permanent deposition of crystals are there, then unfortunately swelling will go but not get back to normal again. Should run an X-ray of the joint for confirmation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if ... | |
What causes low hemoglobin count in blood?
hi, my name is toni...i went to give blood today and they told me my blood count was really low so i couldnt give blood... my blood count was 17.. they also told i should make an appt. with my dr. to see y its been so low... the last 3 time i have trie to give blood its been ... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. If your hemoglobin is below 12.5 you can not donate blood. You should consult your doctor and go for complete blood count and peripherals smear examination. Then take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt t... | |
Can oversized implant cause severe pain after knee replacement?
I had knee replacement in May 2013 and had so much trouble. Then after being in ER found out the dr may have made a mistake and went for 2nd opinion and found out the 1st doctor oversized the implant in the right knee. Now that doctor dismissed me via a l... | Hi you had a knee replacement in 2013 and are having severe pain in the knee joint. In Your 2nd opinion , you were told that over sized implant was used .In my opinion , oversize implant generally is not the cause of severe knee pain. There might be some other cause of pain like referred pain from hip or spine , local ... | |
How to use susten VT200?
Hi name is manny I m 32 year old I m trying to get pregnant I had my medication from India doctor told me to use susten VT 200 for ten day.i had my period on April 17 she told me to use after intercourse . But I forget the date when I have to start using this . Can u guide me please. | Hi,Susten Vt contain progesterone. It should be taken after ovulation to support luteal phase. It makes uterine environment favorable for implantation and support early pregnancy. It should be taken from 15th to 25th day of your cycle. It can be available in oral and vaginal form. - Oral form: take one table 1 hour bef... | |
Can increased dose of amoxicillin trihydrate be taken for bursting recurred boil in armpit?
i had boil in armpit last december 19 2013 and it burst after taking amoxicillin trihydrate 500mg on the fourth day. and i didnt continue my medication then. i have another boil now in the same armpit for a week and i started t... | Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I don't recommend increasing the dose without asking your physician cause Amoxicillin may have some serious side effects when increasing doses than required. Side effects include nausea, vomiting, tiredness, hypersensitivity... | |
Suggest remedy for constant diarrhea in an infant
Hi my son has just turned one. He got a stomach bug 8 weeks ago, which give him diarrhoea. We have now had diarrhoea for 8 weeks. My doc put him on lactose intolerant milk which he has been on now for 6 days. The diarrhoea is the same and the amount of diarrhoea and co... | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic. I understand your concern. I have a few questions and will suggest few possibilities.Questions:1. What was the birth weight and what is the current weight?2. How is the attaining of developmental milestones?3. Is the stool oily and floats in the pan?4. Is there any co... | |
How to reduce sgot and sgpt?
Dear sir, I am aged 33 years, recently i went for a medical check up In which My sgot is 90 and sgpt is 134 & S.Triglycerides 305mg/dl. could you please help me how I can reduce this sgot & sgpt to the normal level. what could be the reason for the above damage ? | Hi and welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thank you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can.AST (SGOT) and ALT (SGPT) are reasonably sensitive indicators of liver damage or injury from different types of diseases or conditions, and collectively they are termed... | |
What causes spots and hard lumps on back after having spinal fusion?
I had a spinal fusion and there's a couple of spots on my back that I can feel hard lumps, one much larger than the other. They aren't really tender, just feels like something hard. I just kind of assumed they're the screws, but could they be somethi... | Hello!Thank you for asking on HCM!Regarding the tender spots in your back, they could be related to the bones or chronic degeneration of the spinal column. While the sharp pains seem to be related to pinched nerves in this region. Coming to this point, I do not think that there is anything to worry about. Anyway, I wou... | |
What s causing sperm leakage while applying pressure for BM?
I am Sujan,I have been facing a problem since 6-7 months. when I do latrine every day in the morning or any time, when I pressure to do latrine a huge sperm come out from my penis. everyday I am facing this problem. but Its not come out when I do urination,j... | Welcome to healthcare magic! Do not worry about it. This happens especially when person suffers from constipation or passes hard stools. When you apply pressure, hard stool gives pressure on prostate gland and seminal vesicles, causing this fluid to come out. The most important thing is to ensure your water intake is a... | |
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 gynecologis... | |
Can cocaine use strengthen broken bones and speed up healing?
I recently fractured my fibula while ice skating with my girlfriend, directly above my ankle. My question is a bit of a strange one, but I recently read several articles explaining how cocaine use has been known and documented to streangthen broken bones an... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. Cocaine use does not cause a bone strengthening or hastens up the process of healing. Rather a healthy diet and avoiding the cocaine use can help. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal . For future query, you can directly appro... | |
Suggest remedy for black painful spots on heels
Hi, my husband has tiny black spots on both his heels which are very painful when walking and laying down. He uses an anti fungal spray before bed and in the mornings which does give him some relief but he's always in some degree of pain. He's had them for months and the... | Hi are you sure that these are fungal spots and not the corns so please check it with the skin specialist if its corns then you have to use salicylic acid paint on them or other creams to get rid of them last thing is to get them removed. | |
What is the treatment for persistent cough?
My 15 year old son has had an intermittent forceful cough for about a year. He coughs every day. Other things we have noticed is that his saliva is VERY thick and we can always tell which glass he has used because where he holds the glass gets crusty feeling and it s not fro... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern.There are two possibilities from your history one is GERD which will be known from a upper GI scopy and the second is asthma, for which he will require a PFT . So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory... | |
What causes dizziness when diagnosed with low BP?
I have been on BP meds for many years. I m 67. The past two weeks I have had episodes of dizziness and lightheadedness and when I take my BP it is low - like 90/53. Last night I didn t take my usual BP meds and my BP was 122/70 this morning. Is there something I should... | Hello,The symptoms of dizziness and lightheadedness may be due to low blood pressure. I would suggest to decrease the dosage of medications and monitoring the blood pressure ideally to maintain the average blood pressure of 120/80 mmHg. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, ... | |
Q. My baby is passing green stools with mucus and there is no relief even after medication. Why?
Hello doctor, My baby is 2 years old and weighs about 11.7 kg. Baby is frequently passing green stools with blood spots and mucus. We gave Metronidazole and Norfloxacin, Reflora-R, Biz-Pro, Zinconia for the last four days.... | Hello. This is dysentery by history. 1) It will take some more time to bring the symptoms down. 2) You can go for a stool culture to find out the organism responsible for it. That would give useful information as to which medicines would be effective. 3) Look for an alternative diagnosis, but get an ultrasound abdomen ... | |
Suggest treatment for having mass at the right base of skull
My 14 year old son has been suffering from severe headaches since Sept 27th (2-1/2 months). He has had a Cat Scan (which showed sweeling of the 4th ventricle), which led to an MRI. The neuro surgeon who read the MRI said it was of no concern and not related ... | Hello, I passed carefully through your question and would explain that biopsy of these lesions is necessary in order to determine its nature and origin. You should discuss with his doctor on this test. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiolo... | |
Can cholecystectomy cause erectile dysfunction/impotence?
Can Gallbladder removal surgery(cholecystectomy) cause erectile dysfunction/impotence? I'm in my mid 20's and had my gallbladder removed a couple of years ago. I am noticing that my erections aren't as long or as... erect as they used to be. A bit "limpy" maybe... | 1) No. there is not any association of cholecystectomy surgery with erectil dysfunction.2) this might happen (only in rare occasion) after surgeris of rectum. | |
Possible pregnancy from exposure to spilled sperm on toilet seat?
I know it's maybe a silly question, but I'm really scared. I ejaculated on the toilet seat than cleaned it up with toilet paper. When I left the bathroom my sister immediately went inside and used the toilet. And I'm worried that I may left some sperm o... | Hi, Thanks for writing to us. The chances of pregnancy are not there in your case because the sperm will die immediately when they came in contact with air. So you don't worry about it. Good luck. Take care. | |
Hepatitis A infection. Going to the gym, drinking whey protein shakes. Any side effects on liver?
My brother has Hepa A and has been discharged lately from the hospital. He then went back to gym to do his weight lifting or gym exercise after a week. He uses whey protein shake. Is it alright to do this again? Is there ... | Dear Friend. Hepatitis A is transmitted by faeco oral route.If he has improved, his liver functions have settled, he can resume his gym.Ask him to carry his own water to gym.Regarding protein supplements, see excess of everything is bad.In relation to hepatitis A, he can consume high protein diet if he has recovered an... | |
Suggest possible treatments for hepatitis C
my mother has hepatitis c which we just found out after she had an uper gi bleed out in september. she has had hep c since the 70's because of a blood transfussion she had with the birth of her twin girls all these years no hospital has ever detected it she had me in 88 and... | Hello and welcome to Ask A Doctor Service. I reviewed your query and here is my answer.No, he wouldn't have got hepatitis c, as hepatitis is transmitted through blood or sexual intercourse only. If he had bit her, so there is no bleeding or only a little, but there is jacket between arm and mouth so no blood would hav... | |
Nagging cough. Short of breath. Finished TPE. Further?
Hi, I have had a cough that has progressed into a nagging cough but I do not have a cold and it is not a productive cough. I do not have allergies either. I am short of breath a lot and get very weak. I have Myasthenia Gravis and have just finished my 3rd round of... | yes can be related as mysthenia gravis effects muscleswhen muscles are week it causes thisake singular 10 mg bdadd bronchdilator syp ventrolin bdget xray and other tests like spirometery to check condition of muscles get physically examined by specialist who can tell yo for further rx | |
Has cancer of the Pancreas that has spread to the liver and lungs. Medical cure for this?
Hi, my Mother in Law has cancer of the Pancreas that has spread to the liver and lungs. She has lost a lot of weight and in the last 5 days has gone from having pale skin colour to being very badly Jaundiced. At what stage of thi... | Hello Welcome to healthcaremagic. Pancreas cancer that has spread to ling and liver is stage 4 diseases and unfortunately outcome is very poor for this stage. Jaundice an start in this stage at any time. Main problem she will be facing are pain,jaundice ,fluid in abdomen. There are strong pan medications like morphine ... | |
Suggest treatment for high sugar level with bile duct dialation
I'm 25 years old and in the past 4 months after a acne medication treatment I find out that my blood sugar is high . My doctor send me for and abdominal ultra sound and he found a 9MM common bile duct dilatation .i was told that's is really weird that so... | Hello,Dilatation of the CBD suggests obstruction in the distal end of thCBD (common bile duct) this could because several different causes like present since birth (choledochal cyst)stones. Pancreatic disease, nodules/tumors or rarely a normal finding. I would take this step by step. First get the MRI with MRCP done .T... | |
Antidepressants needed for constant tiredness and sleep issues?
Hi doctor, I'm only 31 but am feeling tired all the time. I can't seem to get into a good sleep routine and can't get up for work. I also think I'm slightly depressed as have a feeling of deep sadness . Should I discuss anti depressants with my gp? Could ... | HiThanks for using healthcare magicLow mood, easy tiredness, sleep disturbance or lack of concentration are part of depression. You should consult a psychiatrist and get some antidepressant. Antidepressants would help you to stay mentally sound and get your rhythm back, but it would take some time. So be patience.Thank... | |
Suggest treatment for a lump on inner thigh
hello, i have this lump i guess on my inner right thigh. iv had it maybe for about 5 days. first days some blood came out but since iv left it alone i think its closed up and when i squezze it nothin comes out. i think it was a bug bite maybe but im not sure. now it feels li... | Hello,It could be a cyst, a fibroma, or a lipoma, based on your description. It is best if you consult with a physician for physical examination. Diagnostics and management directed accordingly.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Katherine Panganiban | |
Suggest treatment for pineal cyst
My son has a Pineal Cyst 1.3 cm, it was found when he was 10 and 4mm, he is 19 now, he has seizures that just started about 6 mouths ago, real bad head aches and vision problems, to name a few, the doctor said that the cyst is nothing, but he is getting worse, is this something to wor... | A Pineal cyst (fluid filled sac) is a growth with smooth sides that appear on or near the Pineal gland. It occurs commonly and usually small in size. Pineal cysts are mostly benign and so usually ignored. Treatment is usually required in rare situations where the cyst has grown in size and when it starts to hinder the ... | |
Can back, underarms and chest pain, heart poking and tightening be treated?
hello doctor, i am suffering from severe back pain, full back area covering the underarms,over chest area, cannot tell specifically whole heart area like poking, tightening, cannot walk even a small distance. i feel heaviness in heart. kindly ... | Hi,From history it seems that you might be having costo-chondritis giving this problem.But as you got tightening and unable to walk for short distance any cardiac ailment should be ruled out.Go for EKG and cardiac enzymes test done.Meanwhile take ibuprofen for pain as needed.Ok and take care. | |
Suggest remedy for mental health problems
I'm so scared I'm going to get put in a mental hospital. I hate myself and how I look and so don't eat for says at a time bt I hide this as my mum always threatened to put me in hospital for not eating but I cant make my self eat. To make things worse because I hate myself I f... | Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.I understand that you have been going through a difficult time due to your negative thoughts about yourself and your appearance. You have also mentioned that you do not eat because of this. Now, these symptoms could suggest that you may be suffering from an e... | |
What does a hole on penis foreskin indicate?
I recently start to be able to roll back my foreskin and now that I can fully go back I notice a hole on front side(like when I look down without touching or turning)what caused that and can anything be done?can I send a image for you to have a better judgement? | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.your description is not suggestive of any major disease or anomaly. If possible send me the image so that I can help you further.Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care mag... | |
What is the best medication to get normal ASO titres?
I am 28 years old female. i have long standing suffering with heavy joint pains and swellings. Recently i came to know my ASO titer is 486. I have finished all the relative tests which includes Thyroid, Echo Cardiography, Hemoglobin %. All these tests are normal. W... | Hello, Take precautions to avoid strpto coccal throat infection. Use amoxiclav or Azithromycin or Roxithromycin may useful. But long-acting intramuscular injection 1.2million units once in 21 days may useful. Please consult your physician he will check for rheumatic damage of joints or cardiac etc and treat you accordi... | |
Is there any issues in using oral contraceptive tablets?
I am married for 1 year.In January I had unwanted and unplanned pregnancy so we got it aborted within 44days only. After that everything was checked and was normal. Doctor suggested me Femilon but I am scared that after this abortion and then using Femilon as or... | HAI WELCOME TO HCMYOU can safely use contraceptive pill.it wont protect against STD.FETILITY IS NOT AFFECTED WITH PILLS. | |
Q. Kindly explain the test results of azoospermia.
Hello doctor, I am diagnosed with azoaspermia, I also went for FSH, LH, and testosterone test. The results are as follows FSH 20.290, LH 11.92, testosterone:2.55. I need you to explain these results to me. | Hello. This result means that you have undergone testicular insufficiecy, failure which means that testis in your body are not producing enough testosterone hormone to complete the process of sperm formation. Testicular insufficiency is being conformed by the elevated levels of FSH and LH which are being shown in your ... | |
Suggest remedy for numbness in neck
Hello, yesterday I slept on with supported 2 pillows, as I woke up this morning the back and front of my neck becomes numb. They are tighten up and they feel very pain. I can t lift my head up or turn my head left and right. Its feels like the muscle cannot contract or extend around... | Hi,Thanks for your query.* Your symptoms look like the features of nerve compression. You may take pain killers and if need be, tablet gabapentin, for this numbness. It is a stronger pain killer for neuropathies. Your doctor will know the doses.Also an X-ray cervical spine may help in diagnosis of any pathology there... | |
What are the symptoms of salmonella infection?
hi doctor..i was infected from typhoid around 2 years ago. I was treated but after that many times i used to get stomach ache, headache occasionally..recently i hv been observing rashes, fatigue, feeling of tiredness, intolerable stomach ache and frequent infections...ca... | Hello Your symptoms are ambiguous and with the help of these symptoms it is very difficult to establish any diagnosis . As you mentioned that after typhoid treatment , you developed pain in stomach , headache , rashes , fatigue , tiredness and FREQUENT INFECTION ( but frequent infection may produces such symptoms ) .T... | |
Am I pregnant with sore breasts and sickness?
hey i was off my birth control for a week and a half before starting a new perscription... is it commom for a women to get pregnant the week after her period? its been four weeks since then and the tips of my nipples are really sore and i am sick feeling and sleepy all the... | HiDr. Purushottam welcomes you to HCM virtual clinic!Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully gone through your case, and I think I have understood your concern. I will try to address your medical concerns and would suggest you the best of the available treatment options.1] In a woman with regular c... | |
Why does urine volume reduce when holding it in at night? Can it cause kidney disease?
Hello sir I drink lots of water as i produce lots of sweat same as the urine discharged is also more. I have healthy weight and i don't feel any problem but when i drink lot of water at night before sleep i usually get up once or tw... | Hi thanks for your qoestion. Holding urine in urinary bladder doesn't decreaseurinary volume much.Only a small amount of water is reabsorbed from bladder surface.However it does cause affect on the ureter and kidney.Due to back pressure on ureter ,it first cause dilatation of ureter and then finally pelvis of kidney le... | |
What could be the cheapest treatment for hepatitis C?
I have hepatitis C, my internist said I need to have the Hep C treatment done. I have no insurance, I can get the treatment medications paid for. But cant afford the Drs office visits or the monthly labs. Is there any assistanceout there for someone in my situation... | hi, I feel extremely bitter to say this, but i have no other option. Hepatitis C should be treated. Even though treatment is expensive, it will eventually reduce the future complications which can be devastating. I suggest you to write to the local medical authorities or charities who would defenitely help you. We... | |
How to treat chronic constipation in infants?
hello, my 4 month old has not had a dirty diaper in about 6 days. He has had wet ones but I can see him struggling when trying to poop but nothing ends up coming out. I have tried giving him an oz of pear juice as a nurse told me to do about 2 months ago but it did not hel... | please give him lactulose syrup 3 times daily to treat constipation. to avoid recurrence please make sure he drinks enough fluids and eats high fiber diet as green vegetables and bran | |
What causes bump in lower gum?
I felt a bump on the inside of my lower gum just below the last tooth. I scraped it with a dental pick and a hard white lump was removed and the area now feels like an ulcer. Upon further probing I realized that the tissue seems perforated to the bone. I could feel bone. I have been swis... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The bump on the gum can be a periapical or periodontal abscess which on scraping has ruptured and exposed the underlying bone. Consult a oral physician and get it ruled out. If there is tooth infection get the tooth treated with RCT or extraction. If there is gum in... | |
Suggest remedy for pain in upper breast,throat,ear and puffiness in eyelid
I have been sick for only a couple of days now with what I believe is a cold. But, I have a pain in my right upper breast; I have pain on the right side of my throat when I swallow and ear pain is associated with it. I now have a puffy eyelid w... | HI, I understand your concern. Your symptoms seem to be from involvement of ear- nose-throat due to their anatomical connection. I feel as you have correctly thought , it was cold allergic in nature to start with.. with., extended to sinuses /got infected ( puffiness of eyes ). & infeciton spread to throat c... | |
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... | |
Are red eyes, heavy cold, sneezing and watery eyes symptoms of swine flu?
Red colour in eyes , heavy cold,sneeze ,sleepless,coming slightly water fromeyes, slight headache. is this a symptoms of swine flu?i am 60 years old.I had done bypass surgeory 1&half year ago. i am afraid. | thanks for your question...i appreciate your concern about our health....these all symptoms can occur in common cold aswell... for proper diagnosis you can have viral serolog done for swine flu....regards.... | |
Can swelling and bruising in thigh be related to factor V blood clotting disorder?
I have been recently diagnosed with factor V blood clotting disorder, protein C deficiency, Antithrombin III, and a heterozygote mthfr. This evening I noticed an unusual bruise on my upper thigh that is also swollen. Is this something ... | Hi,Thanks for asking.Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. Yes, it is worrisome and you need to get yourself evaluated.2. Get a PT and APTT or if possible serum factor V assay to check the level of clotting factors.3. Mild injury can cause massive bleeding. Swelling and bruise could be a hematoma. Extensive ... | |
What causes headache with small cases of mistaken identity?
My dad is 67 and he woke up with a splitting headache. He doesn t seem confused but he does keep making simple mistakes like calling the remote a phone and the cabinet a fridge. Could he be having a slow onset stroke? Should we take him to the hospital tonigh... | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.To my opinion your dad is on a confusional state which has many causes, and stroke is one of them. I highly recommend to get a physician consult to evaluate the blood test, and then a neurologic examination for further evaluation.Hope this answers your q... | |
Q. Kindly help me to get rid of the fear of rape and paranoia.
Hello doctor, I am 18 years old. The problem is that I am afraid of rape. I think about it every day, and I am so scared to be alone in an unfamiliar place. I am short and often believe that if a man wanted to hurt me, he would do it quickly. I am afraid t... | Hello. Rape is a serious issue worldwide, and you have to be vigilant, not hypervigilant because if you take care of yourself, you can best protect yourself like do not go alone in late hours, unfamiliar places and with unfamiliar people and you should have a good relationship and support with your family members. Unce... | |
What is the treatment for infentigo causing the leg to turn black?
My 16 year old son has a spot on his foot that the pediatrician said is infentigo. he has been using an ointment that the dr gave us for about about 2 weeks now. the sore (about the size of a quarter) is now turning black under the sore area. What coul... | Hello and welcome.Thank you for your query. I understand that your child was diagnosed to have impetigo. From the information provided, it seems most likely that the child may be developing ecthyma- a bacterial infection that usually causes skin and soft tissues to have a black discoloration. Common signs of worsening ... | |
What causes chest congestion and cough after root canal treatment?
I did my root canal after which I suffered from chest congestion cold and cough. Fever comes and goes. I have been taking anitibiotics roxid 150 for 5 days. now the cough has gone but cold still exist and slightly fever is there.... need to know is thi... | Hi. Thanks for the query. Well, chest congestion, cough and cold is due to viral infection of the respiratory tract. Whereas tooth infection is bacterial in nature. So it can be con-incidental that you have got cold and chest congestion after root canal treatment, however you might be exposed to someone who is already ... | |
Q. What is the reason for vaginal itching?
Hello doctor, I am 24 years old now. I had non-penetrative sex with two boys of my age separately when I was 9 years old. Now, I am having vaginal itching for the past one week. What is the reason? | Hi. Any form of sex had many years back will not cause an itch now. Most likely it seems to be yeast infection and simple antifungal cream should suffice. However, if itching is intense or you have discharge along with it you may need more treatment. Hope this information helps you. For further queries consult an obste... | |
Suggest treatment for severe back pain despite taking physiotherapy
I’m a 21 year old female and I’ve had severe and worsening back pain since I wa last 14. My doctor dismissed it as being a weight problem and suggested physiotherapy but it was a problem long before I became overweight and it is severely impacting my ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. TREATMENT: Some general guidelines can help you to reduce lower back pain. These are as follows: 1) Take adequate bed REST with maintaining posture. Individuals who do not regularly exercise to build strength and flexibility ... | |
How long elevated liver enzymes take to come back to normal?
I have elevated liver enzymes and was wondering how long before they return to normal. AST and ALT were both elevated. I was on 2 muscle relaxers for TMJ And Tylenol for headaches. I stopped taking these meds and have taken nothing for about 9 days. I though... | Hello! Thanks for putting your query in HCM. I am a Gastroenterologist (DM).There are many causes for elevation of AST and ALt like alcohol intake, Hepatitis B and C virus, wilson disease, autoimmune liver disease . So I will suggest you to visit a gastroenterologist for evaluation and appropriate managementI hope I ha... | |
Suggest treatment for persistent joint pain
hello i m geeta, i m married, my mother in low age is 50+, her legs joint in pain very long time, she is the the more medicine that time have relife but after some time again start the pain, she is taking medicine long time, can u give me good medicine for legs pain for her | Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Going by the history you have provided , I think instead of relying only on medication you can try physiotherapy treatment for your mother in law's leg pain. In physiotherapy there are machines (ift, tens) which can help you... | |
What causes a thick white coating on the tongue?
Hey, I have 14 month old twins. They both have recently been treated for ear infections and just finished Monday Amoixicillin for the infection. On Tuesday they both got RSV vacs. That is when I first noticed one of them having a think white coating on the back of his t... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The white coating on the tongue could be because of the food debris(coated tongue) or it can be secondary to the antibiotics. Nothing to be panic, maintain a proper tongue cleaning soon after feeding. If there is any increase in the coating, then consult a pediatric... | |
what causes numbness on the left side of my head ?
Dear Doctor , I m 48years old is a Male. I don t smoke but drink something (but very rare). For the past one year I was under physhicrist care and under depression and anxiety medication. Recently, I was feel my left side of my head goes few secoad numb. And many time... | Hi, Thanks for query, This may be a type of symptoms of depression,common this type of anxiety depression. But in your case it may be due to Cervical spondilitis resulting some pressure on your cervical nerves. Go for x ray cervical region to rule out cervical problem. Ok and bye. |
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