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Q. Is Diovan an effective drug for left ventricular hypertrophy?
Hello doctor, I am a 40-year-old male. Recently I was diagnosed with LVH in ECG (possible LVH). My cholesterol level was 175, and pressure was 90/150. Now pressure came down to 80/135. I am taking Diovan 80 and I have little chest pain. Is this disease c... | Hello. Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) is reversible and is caused by high blood pressure for a long time. When the heart has to exert more against raised BP, it hypertrophies just like an athlete when exercises, his muscles undergo hypertrophy, same is with heart. So when an athlete stops his exercises, weight lift... | |
What causes fever ?
My son tore his meniscus and his ACL 4 nights ago had the positive MRI scheduled for surgery this coming Monday which would be 7 days from injury to surgery. Now it's Thurs. Night and he has a 101. Fever could it be from the knee injury or most likely a cold or virus? | Dear Friend.Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney.I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern.A knee injury is unlikely to cause Fever until and unless it is an open wound.The cause of fever is probably something else.It could be due to a Viral Infection.I would advise you to give her Paracetamol as o... | |
Is coughing up of blood symptom of bronchitis and UTI?
I have had a chronic cough since beginning of November. My dr said it is allergies but I have never had them before. I have been to dr 6 times since Nov. They keep giving me different meds but nothing is working. On Wednesday,I started coughing up a little blood s... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. You are having hemoptysis (blood in sputum). Hemoptysis is commonly seen in bronchitis, lung infection, tuberculosis, lung cancer etc. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done 1. Clinical examination of respiratory system 2. Chest x ra... | |
Suggest cure for severe pain in the back & neck
Hiya, i recently keep getting really sharp and sudden pains, usually in the back and side of my head and neck, but in my arms and fingers to now. the Pain in the backside of my neck makes me want to be sick , i just wondered what you might think it is ? Thanks. | Hi,Start hot water fomentation for your neck. Use a thin pillow or just roll a towel n place it under the neck curve while sleeping. Strengthen your neck and upper back. | |
Suggest treatment for painful shin
hi,i have had extremely bad pain in my right shin for a few years and this year it has worsened dramaticaly and i now have also have it in my left shin bone.im 31 and in agony,would you have any idea what the cause might be?its getting worse quite rapidly and is starting to realy con... | Hello,Pain at shin bone is very common in athletes and those who are doing excessive physical work. If in routine exercises stretching is not done then it may also occur o a normal person. In day to day life this is generally known as shin splint. I will advise you to take rest from excessive physical activities for at... | |
What causes a hard bump on the head?
I have a problem with my head. There is this bump on the side of my head which is sorta like a bone, I am not sure what it is. My mom told me it is a bone that sticks out, it really disturbs me just to see the sides of my head are uneven... Is there any help where to fix bones or e... | Hi,Dear,Thanks for your query to HCM virtual Clinic.I studied your query in all the details put forth by you.I understood your health concerns about the head lump.The assymetry caused by this lump is disturbing you quite a lot,it seems.Cause of the health problems you queried-As your mom said it to be normal bone,I wo... | |
What is the lump on the side of the urethra?
Lump found on side of urethra. I feel pain in cercix and in the lump when directly sitting down(sitting normal). I have an IUD. I can feel the strings. Was treated for UTI 2 wks ago. Went in last night DR said it didnt clear up. Gave me new antibiotics. I noticed the lump t... | Hi, this one is an infective condition could be urethral caruncle, Bartholin's cyst or some small para-urethral abscess!Please finish the antibiotic course and if it is still there, revert back to us.all the best! | |
Eggs not ruptured after taking pregynl 5000. IUI is advised after its rupture?
I have taken pregynl 5000day before yesterday. It s been two days bt the egg has not ruptured. Doctor gave me another pregnyl today. Is it safe. It s my 17 the day today. My cycle is normally 31 day cycle. Will the egg rupture... If it rupt... | Hi,I read your query and I understand your concerns.Following is my reply:1) If egg is not ruptured it is advisable to repeat an injection of hCG.2) get scan done after 36 hours to check if egg is ruptured.Let me know if you have anymore questions.Regards,Dr. Mahesh Koregol | |
What is the treatment for severe back pain?
So I am 21 years old, I have had back pain for almost a year now, it initially strated last fall when I herniated a disc, i traeted in with physical therpay and it resolved, but similar symptoms seem to keep coming back a couple months after and they are with me every day si... | hidisc once herniated gets fibrosed the ring enclosing it weakens over time and some more part of disc may bulge out through the rentand cause fresh compression on nerve roots.Once fibrosis of this fresh part occurs, the pressure releases and and pain abates.Rest, physical therapy as before may be indicated again-see a... | |
Should I continue Clavix and Acitrom having blood in urine and high INR values?
My AORTIC VALVE was replaced 10 years ago twice in a span of 17 days since the first open heart surgery had gone bad on account of one of the suitchers had opened very next day. Since then, I am on CLAVIX 75 and ACITROM 1mg/2mg per day and... | i presume that you have metallic prosthetic valve,i feel you may discontinue clavix .and stop temporarily acitrom if INR is above 13,also evaluate yourself for any urological abnormality causing hematuria.once INR returns around 2 you should restart Acitrom. | |
Is sharp pain in the shoulder a symptom of bursitis?
Hi. I have fallen a few times, tripping etc. I have landed on my hands, and hurt my collar bones, felt like greenstick fractures. I never could afford to go to the doctor. I fell again when I stepped in an overgrown hole with both feet, spraining both as well. I fel... | Hello, As of now, you can use analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like Aceclofenac/Serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief. Most probably it will be a musculoskeletal pain. If symptoms persist you can consult an orthopedician and plan for an MRI scan. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist y... | |
Late period, lower stomach pain but negative pregnancy test
my period 6 days late and i took a hpt came out negative. but my lower stomach is hurting very bad, exspecially after having sex today what do u think | Hi,Shay, Thanks for query, You had hpt test a bit earlier. Go for this test again after 5-6 days.this will give sure result. If test is negative then the pain you have might be due to some infection in your genital tract. Ok and bye. | |
Suggest remedy for multiple ailments
hello Dr. ive been having chest pains for about 9 months now, couple months ago i went to the doctor and we did an EKG, even a holter monitor because it felt like i had an irregular heartbeat, or it skipped a beat sometimes and id have to stop myself and get myself together for a m... | Hello, After going through your medical details I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that most likely you are facing gastritis which is causing chest pain, kindly start taking oral antacids to relieve your symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Re... | |
What causes irregular heart beats?
my heart feels like it stops beating or it gets really hard to tell if it is beating or not when i lay down i woke up from my sleep this morning but i was still laying in my bed and i could not feel my heart beating my skin felt really cold i got really scared so i sat up about a cou... | Hello and thank you for using HCM.I carefully read your question and I understand your concern.I will try to explain you something and give you my opinion.You should know that this are related to heart rhythm issue.This are electrical impulses that generates from parts of the heart different from normal sinus rhythm.Th... | |
Q. How to cure cough with fever and night sweating?
Hi doctor, I have a cough and common cold for the past one week. After three days, I also had a fever, and I had sweating at night time. Please help me. | Hi. According to your complaints and history, I would recommend you start taking Antipyretics and Antitussive soon. If you do not have any recovery from a cough within a week, then you can do a sputum test and chest X-ray for further management. You can consult a general practitioner for a physical examination and star... | |
Q. My diabetic husband smells of alcohol. Could he have ketosis?
Hello doctor, My husband is a type-2 diabetic. He takes Metformin, Januvia, and Zoloft. He smokes marijuana and cigarettes. He has been on the strongest nicotine patch for the past week, but still smoking occasionally. Twice in the past week, he smelled ... | Hello. I just read your query and from what you have mentioned, it appears that your husband has diabetes and he is trying to quit smoking. Hope you find my advice beneficial. Good luck. For more information consult an endocrinologist online --> | |
What is the treatment for dark brown patches in the penis?
himy penis is bit darker .. esp my crotch area bcoz of skin disease (like burnt) many years ago (almost 7 yrs).. those left dark brown marks ... also due to unhygenic habits of childhood my balls were a bit not clean .. so standing today my penis (head side o... | Hello, It may be due to angiokeratomas. Usually it is asymptomatic. It may bleeds. In that case you may require laser treatment after surgeon consultation. Along with that avoid sweating. Maintain proper hygiene. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shyam Kale Family an... | |
Could i be pregnant with one blocked and another damaged tube ?
docter due to T B my one tube is damaged and another is blocked .Three years are elapsed to my marriage...we hv done laproscopy...but invain.docter please suggest me treatmen | Have you taken full course of anti-tubercular treatment. If still no relief go for IVF.Disclaimer | |
What causes a clear fluid post a typhoid injection?
I had a typhoid injection on Friday 21 January. I had no reaction to the injection but when I awoke the next morning I noticed a large patch of 'clear' fluid on the bed sheets and matress where I had been lying on my injected arm. I am due to go to Thailand in two... | Hello. I would ike to answer your querry here.please be asssured that its not a big issue and you need not be worried .typhoid vaccine is given via intra muscular route. although it needs some time to develop antibodies for protection, be assured that once injected properly, it is not just going to leak out of the inj ... | |
What could be the reason for having headache, sore eye and lump on my head?
Hi had a sore left eye an headache an when shakes my head could feel something moving it went away an 2 days later I saw a lump an my head above me left eyebrow to the right side an got headache only around the area it s really hard like its p... | HiThanks for your query.Based on your query, my opinion is1. The lump on your forehead may be due to cystic swelling which is infected. This might be causing pain and headache.2. You can go for excision of the lesion to know the true nature of lesion.3. Sore eyes may be infection/ inflammation of conjunctiva causing c... | |
Bump on the roof of mouth and back, resemble bruises, occasionally drink alcohol. Possible causes?
Last night i felt a bump on the roof of my mouth at the back. The bump is a bit sore when food or my tongue touch it. i looked in the mirror this morning and the bump is pea sized and there are two large dark areas on th... | Hello there....What do u mean by bump? swelling? There are few age related swellings /lesions in the palate that arise with indefinite etiology...One need not have a history of smoking or alcohol consumption to have them. They might be associated with minor salivary glands of the palate also. Impacted upper third mol... | |
Diabetes, high BP, sleeplessness, kidbey dysfunction. Suggested dialysis but unable to sleep. Opinion?
Hi, doctor My father was 65 years aged and he suffering diabetic and high blood pressure since 5 years. Today my father situation was difficult. The problem is speed breathing while he sleep, that’s why he cont sleep... | Hello sir,From the history you have given, looks like your father is suffering from Chronic kidney disease.He has to be initiated on hemodialysis, for his general condition to improve.The other option could be peritoneal dialysis which might not be as effective as hemodialysis in the present situation .Hope i was of he... | |
Suggest remedy for sharp pain in spine
One month base of spine mild pain. Relieved with Aleve. Today sharp pain upon straightening up after bending over. I have Degenerative Disk Disease. I ve had pain off an on without complication for years. 69 and generally in good shape and good yearly exams. | hi,thank you for providing the brief history of you.As you are having degenerative disc disease and your age is 69 it is an ageing process of the pain you are getting. Since one level disc injury will transform to the other level in few cases . also, there will be paraspinal muscle spasm and it will lead to pain and ac... | |
What causes numbness of the palm of the hand?
Dr, My wife delivered ( Cesorine) baby about 6 months back, she is very active does all her House hold activities , but for last 3 to 4 days her right hand palm becomes num (without sense), she is suffering frequently ( if she is nt in any actvity with her hand for more th... | Hello, First accept my congratulations for having baby recently.In lactating mother or in post delivery cases sometime such numbness occur due to carpal tunnel syndrome.There is compression of nerves at base of wrist due to swelling of tissues. You should do following to have releif- -Mild analgesic like acetaminophen ... | |
Can high blood lymphocyte count indicate cancer?
sir, my cousin 15 yr old is facing some health problems .now she is hospatelised.now her blood count is 6,so they r giving blood.after testing her blood the dr said that in blood lymphocyte count is high..sheis little fatty .thats y am asking this question...pls explai... | Thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your cousin's situation and problem. Your cousin is having low hemoglobin and high lymphocytes. This is seen in blood cancer like leukemia and lymphoma. Other causes for high lymphocytes are 1. Viral infection 2. Chronic infection like tuberculosis or fungal infection.... | |
Why the lump is still there after removal of ganglion cyst?
i just had a ganglion cyst removed 12 wks ago but still have a lump/bump there why? also during the surgery they shaved down two bone spurs still have lumps on them too why? the bone spur they shaved down on the outside of my hand they clipped my flexor te... | Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.Dear, If I were your family Doctor for this case of recurrent ganglion cyst, I would come up with three possibilities, these include: 1. a new ganglion cyst or partially removed cyst!2. The second possibility is of some post-OP collection in the site! Could be synovial fluid or thi... | |
What causes severe left arm pain despite taking cortisone shots?
I have sever pain left upper arm it feels like someone punchs me like birthday punch u receive when u were young I had break down bathroom door granddaughter lock herself in I panic and I also used my shoulder to do it I had received several kortzone sho... | Hello, Consult an orthopaedician and get evaluated. As a first line management, you can take analgesics like Paracetamol or Aceclofenac for pain relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest treatment for microvascular cardiac disease
I had quadruple bi-pass heart surgery july 2008. Four of the main arteries of the heart were blocked, three of them 90% and one 85%. In May of this year i was fitted with a pacemaker. August another angiogram was done and it found that I have 30% kidney function left... | Hello, For microvascular disease, you need to take anticoagulants/ antiplatelets and anti-cholesterol medications because angioplasty and grafting can’t be done everywhere. Kindly consult a cardiologist and nephrologist personally so they can evaluate you physically and adjust drugs and dosage accordingly. Hope I have ... | |
Change in behavioural pattern at a particular season in a year, insomniac, unstable mind. Reason?
Hi Doctor, I m from India. my mother is suffering from some psychological problem. her behavior is normal throughout the year except one particular period and this transition of state is very fast. It has got some religio... | Hello, Thanks for your query. Seasonal changes in mood and behavior are a well documented entity.Seasonal Affective Disorder is a kind of mental disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of mood changes occurring yearly during specific seasons. The description by you points towards SAD. The changes are usually those... | |
What causes itchy red rashes on the body?
I’ve been getting raised red hives in various parts of my body. 2 - 3 days ago left side of face got swollen... ever since then still getting welts which are itchy and hands extremely itchy??? Help!! | Hi, You could be suffering from acute urticaria. Most common causes are food items, drugs or environmental causes. You should try finding the agent which caused the rash and avoid them. You can apply calamine lotion and take an anthistamine tablet for a week. If your rash does not improve in a week, you must consult yo... | |
What causes bloating of stomach and breathlessness?
i am 56 years old i have a feeling of being full all the time and if i eat i feel fuller and i have a hard time breathing my stomach sticks out you can tell i am bloated and feeling full even a some what of a bowel movement i still feel full thank you | Thanks for your question on HCM. In my opinion you are having GERD ( Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease ). Gaseous distention can occur in this. Due to distention, lungs will not expand fully and patient may feel breathlessness. So GERD is most likely cause.It is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of t... | |
What does my semen analysis report indicate?
Good night doctor, i am concerned about my semen analysis results and i would like your help deciphering what it means.volume: 2.5Viscosity: NpH: 8.0Motility: 80Rapid Progressive: 30Sluggish: 50Immotile: 20Concentration: 60.0Normal morphology: 80 | HelloRead this and at end I will explain.Volume 2.5 ( normal 2-6 ml )Viscosity normal pH 8.0 ( normal )Motility 80% ( normal 100 % but in your case sufficient for conception because normal FERTILITY is associated with >64% ,rapid , sluggish are speed of sperm in your semen).Concentration 60 ( means normal because withi... | |
How long should Martifur 100mg be taken to treat urine infection?
My husband underwent kidney transplant bin 01/2012.In 12/2015 he had urine infection. His doctor advised 1Mortifu?r 100 a day and is still continuing with that medicine though his urine culture showed no growth after 1month.My question is how long shoul... | Hello,I have gone through your query.I understand that your husband has complicated UTI as it has occured after Kidney transplant. Also your husband is in an immunodeficient state post transplant.Martifur 100 mg twice daily is the recommended dose though exact duration has been a matter of controversy. But generally i... | |
What could the lump between legs represent?
I have a quite a large lump between my leg and my vagina its oval shapped but feels oddly shapped, it itches a lot and the hair has stopped growing. It swells up once a month really really big. I camt sit stand sleep it hurts so much! I'm scared its cancer, the dr says it LO... | Hi,This may be a Bartholin's cyst that is becoming infected. This is not a serious problem but these cysts occur in the area you describe. I suggest you see your doctor to discuss having it removed. This involves a minor surgical operation. Regards,Dr K A Pottinger | |
What causes hard lump in lower back?
Hi, I am an 18 year old girl, and one day I sat down in class and felt a pain in my lower back. I rubbed the area and found a hard lump near my sacrum. It doesn t hurt to the touch or move, and my pediatrician said it was just a bruise and it would go away. It s been 2 months and i... | Hi! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. Yes you shoud get a second opinion on the lump for the last two months. The need for biopsy and any other kind of treatment would be decided by a general surgeon on clinical assessment and any related investigation. It would not be possible to give any opinion ove... | |
Suggest medication for pinworms
Is albendazole a prescription only drug or can you get it over the counter by asking the pharmacy? I have had pinworms for about a month now and have taken mebendazole plenty of times during this span of infection, with seemingly absolutely no difference in symptoms. It actually seems ... | Thanks for posting your question on HCM!Mebendazole or Pyrantel pamoate are the most efficacious treatment for pinworm infestations.They are given as a single dose and repeated in 2 weeks to kill any newly ingested eggs.Since the eggs can survive for up to 20 days, they might be found in bedding and clothing it is even... | |
Is shivering and sweating in a child after taking Naturolax a serious concern?
Hi doctor I am having naturolax occasionally. But without reading the contents I gave it to my children aged 5-7 years of age as they were not getting motion nicely.My 7 year old after having that was shivering and sweating all night and wa... | HiWelcome to HCMNaturolax is Isabgol i.e. a husk obtained from Psyllium plant. This has no side effects and is a remarkable medication for constipation.Since it has only fibre to add bulk to stools, and no associated drug, its completely safe if given for constipation even in kids. Symptoms in your daughter seems to be... | |
Is it to be concerned about masses on the lung?
Hello, I am a 63 year old female with Atrial Tach and only one kidney, asthma and COPD. I now have several masses on my right lung and am having a VAT biopsy tomorrow. I was told I have to be in intensive care for two days with a hospital stay of 5 - 7 days....is that ... | Brief Answer:VAT biopsy is the best and less invasive approach to take a biopsy of the lung masses and discover their nature. Detailed Answer:Hello,Thank you for using HCM.At this point , after being detected the lung masses, the best approach to them is to undergo the biopsy through VAT(Video assisted thoracoscopy). T... | |
What causes hot flashes post cardiac ablation?
In February 2017 I had a heart ablasion procedure due to a rapid heart beat occurrence (266 bpm). The procedure was successful, but I am having hot flashes daily. Could this be related to the ablasion? I am 70 years old so I know it is not menopause. Thank you! | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Catheter ablations are usually very safe procedures and do not cause hot flashes on face. However, if you are taking any medications like aspirin after the ablation procedure, then it may be causing it. I suggest you meet you... | |
Planning for child. Advised fertisure F. Ovulation induction if not conceive. Was having dronis 20. Will I conceive?
Hi,I am 28 and my husband is 38.we are planning for our second child.I am adviced fertisure F for two months,if i dont conceive he will be giving me medicines for ovulation induction.I am fit and fine a... | Hi,If you did not have any untoward incidents after the birth of your first child, if your postpartum period was uneventful, you need not worry about conception; you should get tested for tubal patency, though. Fertisure is a supportive medication. You may wait for six months to look for the results and if there is no ... | |
Been on chemo, pancreatic cancer, pancreatitis, flu shot, kidneys hurt, low back pain, fever, stomach hurts
My friend Faith has been on Chemo for all most 4 years, she has pancreatic cancer. this last 4 weeks she has had many problems, first Pancreatitis, then she got a flu shot, which created all kinds of sickness, t... | Hi!welcome to HCM!CHEMOTHERAPY has side-effects but their management has improved considerably over the last twenty years. Many side effects that were once inevitable can be either prevented or well controlled today.There is no reliable way to predict how patients may react to chemotherapy. Some experience very mild si... | |
Abscesses, treated. Penicillin allergic. ECG abnormal. Help?
My son had a number of abscesses that were treated in hospital but because he is penicillen allergic took time to respond to antibiotic . He then developed what the GP called a swollen heart and was sent back to hospital where they told him it was serious be... | Hello,In case of allergic to penicillin,clindamycin has to be administered.Since the ECG has become normal,get the evaluation by a physician.Avoid heavy exercises.Take care. | |
How can a hard bump on the penis shaft be treated?
I have a oval shaped bump on my penis shaft. Its hard at touch. It does not hurt nor does it itch. I noticed it back in march 2017 and it has not went away. I had unprotected sex with 2 women at different times of course. Im starting to notice 2 more smaller red/skin ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The condition which you are suffering from is peyronie's disease which is the formation of fibrous plaques within the shaft of the penis i would recommend you to visit the urologist as this disease me grow over the period of ... | |
What are the chances of getting pregnant at this time?
ive been on loestrin24 for 2 months & it adjusted to my body pretty quickly. also i am a PERFECT user, i take it at the EXACT same time every day. in the begining of my second pack i started taking clarithromycin, but continued to take my BCP. 4 days after i was d... | Hi there,It is great that you have been taking your Birth control pill regularly. And even if you took Clarithromycin, it is very effective in birth control, that is you will not get pregnant even though you did not use back up.There is a misconception that taking antibiotics makes birth control less effective, but thi... | |
How to get rid of hard lump inside my lower lip?
Dear doctor,I seem to have developed a hard lump inside my lower lip (left side). It is about the same size and shape as a pea. I am male, 30, non-smoker, but I do enjoy a beer or a glass of wine from time to time.I cannot tell when this lump first developed. I discover... | Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.Nothing much to worry about this. This looks to be a simple sub-mucus cyst of the lower lip and a small surgery under local anesthesia can cure this. There is no medicines for such a lump so do not try and do not puncture as this will give you only temporary relief . | |
What causes lack of concentration?
Hi Doctor , I am a 30 year Old Male ; I need help/guidance with concentration problem that I encounter very frequently .Firstly, I am an average student with big ambition.I haven t performed well in academics ( in college) and do not do a very challenging job. Now that I want to impr... | DearWelcome to HCMWe understand your concernsI went through your details. You sleep well, exercise regularly and have good diet. That is really good. I appreciate. I understand your problem. You should understand, for anyone, attention span is less than 10 minutes in a given task or job. Beyond that, it is possible onl... | |
What causes large hard knots below the belly button?
When do about 45 to 50 sit-ups I get this bg knotts right below my belly button. It's rock hard, and i have to stay in the lay down position with something cold covering it up for atleast 20 mins for the knott to go down. I can also barely breath when this happens.... | you are probably having an umbilical hernia, which increases in size as u do more strenuous excersise. it's good that it reduceses on lying down, but this May not happen always, in which case u get an irreducible hernia which can lead to an emergency. avoid lifting weights, doing strenuous excersise. consult a surgeon ... | |
How i can confirm that my kid is active and normal?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? P lease type your query here... what are simptoms of abnormal baby of five months baby? she eats regularly and active how can i judge that she is abnormal or not? pankaj sharma india YYYY@YYYY | dear parent, a 5 months old child should recognize his mother , sit supported , smiles at eye contact and heap an object with his hands | |
What causes tightness in chest and sound coming from lungs?
Hi, im in the French alps at the moment. A few weeks ago I started to feel a bit run down and tight in the chest. I races at a cross country ski competition wich made we feel a lot worse and my lungs started to make a crackling noise when I was breathing so I... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern.By your history and description, possibility of bronchitis (inflammation of airways) is more. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done 1. Clinical examination of respiratory system 2. PFT (pulmonary function test). PFT will not only diag... | |
Any suggestion for swelling on skull?
there is a hairline fracture in the parietal bone of my 9 months old baby as he has fallen from the swing one month back. but now due to minor injury again on the same place, there persist a swelling on the skull. what treatment and precautions should we take? | Hello,Please report to an ER (Emergency room) physician immediately.If the Baby is taking feeds properly, passing urine and stools normally, having sufficient sleep, active body movements, then no need to worry much. The swelling in Parietal area (Skull bone) will subside soon.Also, closely monitor the activity of the ... | |
Suggest remedy for pain,swelling and soreness from knee down the leg to foot
I fell down a set of stairs in high heels, as I fell my leg went under me at the knee as I hit my shin off the step, I can limp on it but it s a bit painful but most of all from my knee down my leg and foot is swollen and my leg is bruised an... | Hi,Thanks for your query.From description it seems to be soft tissue injury over leg. Swelling might be due to haematoma formation(collection of blood).You need an x-ray to rule out any bony injury. I suggest you to consult an orthopaedician nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray of the area affecte... | |
Why does a baby cry on passing of stool with mucus?
i have 2 and half months old baby. he cries a lot before passing stool. his stool colour is reddish brown.he is passing mucous as well. i am not getting enough breast milk so i have started him fresh cow s milk. i am concerned as he cries a lot. my doctor thinks he h... | hi, the cry is because of the infection there is increase of local temperature near the anal area and hence during doing potty the infected potty causes burning and itching so the kids cry during doing it. to reduce it you can give him more water with fluids. | |
Suggest treatment for severe dryness in the skin
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I was using this face product to help my skin and like it dried my skin under my chin and like i started peeling it and now there is a really DARK scar under my mouth and it makes it look li... | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, and if I would be your Doctor then I would treat this condition with following medicines, 1) Hydroquinone cream to be applied on face for couple of week this is nothing to worry every thing would be fine soon, take care. | |
Suggest remedy for pain in tailbone
Hi, I hurt my tailbone at least 4 months ago, i had an xray to see if there was a break and no it came back clear. i recently fell on it and it hurts so much more to sit on it... like when i sit for more than 10 mins it hurts really bad. What should i do?? should i go to a chiroprac... | Hi there.Thanks for your question. Tail bone pain responds best to offloading pressure over it.. I would suggest you to avoid sleeping directly over back .It is beat if you would sleep on sides for a few weeks.Also ccocyz cushion which is a horse show shaped or a ring shaped inflatable suiting baoon cushion helps. I su... | |
Why should Metformin be taken instead of Insulin for borderline diabetes?
i have been told I am borderline diabetic. Last several doctor visits my sugar levels are a little high without much change between visits with watching my diet. Just had blood work done today . If still not lower doctor told me I may need Me... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. If the blood sugar levels are persistently high then yes, you need to take oral hypoglycemic drugs to keep the blood sugar levels under control. You should once do HbA1c levels checked. After taking oral hypoglycemic drugs ... | |
Dry, itchy patch inside nostril. Could this be a form of psoriasis?
I have a dry itchy patch inside my right nostril . It began as itchy dry and redness on nose tip and moved around the base of my nostrils. That cleared up, but now I have dry itchy red patch inside the right nostril. I have used coconut oil for the ou... | it occurs in dry areas or when you are in costal areas apply neosporin H eye ointment in nose bd pu liquid parafin take dropper and put 2 drops of liquid parafiin in nose at night liquid parafi can be taken orally so i drops go inside no problems can continue for long | |
Suggest treatment for shortness of breath and bronchitis
I went to the dr coughing was told its bronchitis. Taken antibiotics Mucinex D and a breathing treatments and a metro does Pat they gave me two shots of steroids a shot of anabiotic s and a trim a doll shot because I was in so much pain from coughing Friday will... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. Your white spots on tongue are mostly due to steroid injection. Steroids cause low immunity and candida (fungal) infection in mouth. So better not to take systemic steroids. Instead of this, consult pulmonologist and get done cl... | |
What treatment is available for an irregular low-attention liver lesion?
My CT Scan shows a 4.4 X 3.8 cm irregular low-attention liver lesion. I just finished chemo for colon cancer and this is suspected metastatic disease to liver. (also showed multiple nodules up to 11mm in lung) What treatment options would be avai... | Welcome to ' Ask a doctor ' service .I have reviewed your query and here is my answer .You need chemotherapy as there are metastases .With regards dr varinder joshi . | |
What could feeling of something loose in upper right quadrant along with abdominal bloating after gallbladder removal suggest?
I have a sensation in my upper right quadrant. No pain. Feels like something is falling or is loose in there. I had my gallbladder removed in June of this year. The sensation is located in tha... | Hello! Thanks for putting your query in HCM. I am Dr.Amit Jain (DM, Gastroenterologist).It is just feeling and nothing else, so keep coolHowever for bloating I will advise you to:1.Observe whether dairy products worsen this symptom then avoid dairy products2. Don't take carbonated drinks3. Avoid cabbage, beans, pulses... | |
How should color blindness on seeing distant objects be treated?
My six year old daughter told me that today every appears to be black and white (she said, Everything looks like the beginning of The Wizard of Oz ). I pointed out specific signs (one red with white writing for instance) and she said everything was grey ... | Hi,Thank you for asking question on health care magic.If she is able to see the color of near objects,she is not color blind.She is not able to see from a distance,that means she may be having short sight (Myopia).Better consult eye specialist. Hope this answer will serve your purposePlease feel free to ask any more qu... | |
Suggest remedies for habit of masturbation
hi i am a young girl.. i started to masturberate on accident when i was little, i think i had to go to the bathroom and was trying to stop myself so (u see where this could go wrong) but anyways, i didnt realize what i was doing until recently, i know it is a terribley wrong ... | Hi,I read your query in detail and can understand your concerns regarding masturbation. You seem to have developed guilt due to masturbation. However, masturbation is a normal physiological process. It causes no harm provided you take care of sanitation and hygiene. even in females. It doesn't cause any kind of mental,... | |
What causes undescended testicle for a eight month old?
my eight month baby left testicle is not descended yet .the young doc told me the testis is small and not decended yet...maybe the testicle is exist or even not....i m so confused..maybe need to operate or maybe not..cause is too small, surgery also useless...ano... | Hello. I just read through your question.It is possible that the testicle will still decend on its own and surgery will not be necessary. As long as the doctor can palate a testicle on examination, there is nothing to worry about. This means he has to be certain that the testicle exists and is in good position to dece... | |
What is the hard bump on the back of head?
I read about this hard bump on the back of my head said its on people born within 1980-2000 i am born in the year 2000 and am curious on what this bump is, it feels like a bone but im not sure, I was wondering if you could help me find out what this bump is. It s located on t... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.In my knowledge there is no such swelling which has been consistently associated with people born between 1980 to 2000. It will help to know specific details on the location, size and how fast it has been growing.Bony swellings over the back of the head need not necessarily be bone or arise fro... | |
Does UTI lead to body pain?
I ve been having several UTI s and in constant severe pain in my back waist area. I am starting to get pain right at the tip of my spine and it also hurts badly. They prescribe me anti-biotics, however, 2-3 days after, I am in severe pain again. I also have hip pain now. I ve lost 25 lbs an... | Yes, infections that cause a lot of inflammation often cause aching over a wide area. If antibiotics are helping pain then that is pretty good proff that is the cause. (infection). Then, there might have to be a surgical intervention to change the anatomy if there are multiple infectsion/ inability to get rid of a coll... | |
What causes lump in neck and temple?
Hi, I m a 27 year old female and I ve recently noticed a few pea sized lumps. One is on the back right side of my neck about an inch below hairline, another is on my right temple and the other is on the left side towards the base of my scalp. The neck one has been there for 2 weeks... | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have cervical lymphadenopathy. It may be reactive lymphnode or due to tuberculosis or lymphoma. You should go for biopsy and histopathological examination. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Thanks for using health care magic... | |
Suggest remedy for lumps
hi... im 19 years old weight 58kg s height 5 6 i have a small lump on the right side of my lower neck. it does not hurt. its been there for a few months now. my motions are not normal for the past one month. ive stopped eating outside and only eat home cooked meals. but nothing is helping. als... | Hi,Good Evening.This is Dr.Savaskar from India,attending your query to my online HCM Clinic.-I studied your query in depth and Understood your health concerns.-Accordingly on the facts given by you-Treatment I would suggest is as follows-a-Your general health is run down due to the multiple systemic symptoms and hence ... | |
What causes rashes on leg?
My 9 year old daughter developed a rash on her leg yesterday that looks like a hickey. It is asymptomatic and appeared spontaneously without cause. Another rash appeared on the same leg today. It really does look like a hickey. Should I be concerned? What could it be? | Hi..it could be a hives or urticaria if it is itchy. If it is not itchy and is palpable, it could also be a henoch schonlein purpura. I suggest you give a dose of antihistamine if you have one at home according to the on pack instructions. If not I suggest you take her to her physician and get her examined.Regards - Dr... | |
What causes abnormal behaviour and fear to go out of home ?
Good Afternoon to all My sister is not behaving normally from last 4 days. She is 28 Female from Delhi. She was having some confusion in choosing her carrier from last 2 months. She is a primary teacher and now also qualified for P.hd. in French. But now she ... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Just wait and watch. In the mean time motivate her in every other aspect except these two given issues. About going to school or pursuing PhD. She is taking her time to take a decision. She know how to take it and she shall do... | |
What can cause the pain in the shoulder and upper back?
I am 33 old I can run more 30 min I go to gym last from last four days I have sweet pain in shoulders and uper back pain is only durinh the day it comes and goes if eat and drink soup etc can u tell what can be the reason I am worried it is may be some kind of he... | Hello,It may be due to occipital neuralgia. For that you may require MRI neck, nerve conduction studies after spine surgeon consultation. You may require tablet pregabalin and multivitamin after consultation. You may require surgical intervention after surgeon consultation. Continue physical therapy. Avoid strenuous ac... | |
Is acupressure an effective therapy to heal from disc pain?
Dear Drs, am in extreme pain owing to (Minor lumbar dural sac indentation by diffuse bulging disc between L4-L5 as well as small central protruding disc between L5-S1.Disc desiccation is also there. Was on bes rest for 2 weeks now back to work but sitting is ... | Hai mam u csn go for homeo medication.use puls 200 -3doses for 2 daysu wil get relief.after that u have cnslt a homeo dr for the symptomatic treatment | |
What causes severe headache and breathing problem?
thankz doc vel i hav an allergy from last five years ma lyf z like hell could u plz sugest how ma swellin vil go bcoz sometime i hav severe headache breathin problem chest congesion ma complexion z gettin dark plz sugest ma nose vz very pointed nw d adenoisz r grown p... | Brief Answer:Needs a Proper stepwise approach.Detailed Answer:Hello Welcome to Health Care Magic.My name is Dr Muhammad Ahmad & i will look into your problem.I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way.Allergies in most of the cases stay with us through our whole lives ,it is us wh... | |
What causes ketones in urine after treated for kidney stones?
I was hospitalized a month ago for a 10 mm kidney stone stent was removed two weeks ago now. I had a preemployment physical today and was told higth level of ketones in urine. I noow have severe backpain dizziness and vomitting....should this all be a conce... | Ketone s in your urine suggest your blood sugar levels not in control, it's not related to stone, maintain gud blood sugar levels will remove ketone s from your urine | |
Is the headache due to wisdom tooth cavity?
I have it open cavity and it is my wisdom tooth I've been having a headache since this morning 9 o'clock a.m. I took multiple multiple pain relievers to soothe the pain as well as a antibiotic. The pain will not leave what should I do I fear the dentist | Hi..Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concern..As per your complain it seems that you have a deeply decayed wisdom tooth which has involved the Pulp which is central portion of the tooth and contains nerves and blood vessels and irritation and inflammation of the nerves... | |
What is the treatment for bowel cancer?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... Hi I have a girl friend who has been diagnosed with bowel cancer and she is only 26.. She has gone through a series of chemo and radiation and is now about to have surgery and have a bag installed. ... | Thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your concern. Your girl friend will be having resection anastomosis and colonostomy. The bag you are talking about is colonostomy bag. If proper care is taken, survival is good in operated cases. Five year survival rate is 50-60 %. Life expectancy is at least 3-4 years.... | |
Is Qsymia recommended with a family history of heart diseases?
I am a 36 yo female. I have a strong family hx of heart disease and dm2. I have attempted to stay active and avoid a high caloric intake, but my metabolism continues to slow as I get older. I fluctuate between bmi of 28 and 30. I am 5 10 and my abd girth i... | HiQsymia is a medicine that contains topiamate and phentermine. Phentermine is a drug that stimulates the central nervous system.It does have the property of increasing the heart rate. At this point from the literature available, the way this molecule behaves in patients with heart disease is not known and so there is ... | |
Suggest treatment to control hairfall
i am 18 yrs old .i am suffering from severe hairfall during these 4 months.my hair became thinner.i consulted a doctor.he prescribed me to take amexidil soln.now i am taking that.i feel a very small pain on my scalp when i touch.what should i do? i have no credit card.answer me wi... | Hi, It may be telogen effluvium. Consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. There may be some cause of hair fall. After a thorough examination and investigations, your dermatologist might know the exact cause of your hair fall. Anaemia, thyroid dysfunction, post enteric, nutritional defic... | |
What causes weakness in legs and asthma in a child?
When my daughter dances she has weakness in her legs when she is done dancing (tap) hard. She has exercise induced asthma and has braething problems as well. She uses an inhaler before she starts. What coul be the cause of this? It is very scary when it happens.She ... | Hello.Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your daughter's history.I would like to know a few more details like -Does she have nose symptoms (nasal congestion, sneezing, etc) ? Does she have breathing problems without exercise? Does she have night-time cough? Does she have any other physical problems?However, fro... | |
Suggest methods to handle anxiety and phobia
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... My wife dreams samthings realted to past which is frighting & disturbing her sleep every night. She is very mush disturb. How to overcome this problem? Thanks. Aziz Patel | 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.There is an option of cognitive behavioural therapy. This therapy is taken by either a psychologist or a psychiatrist in which the therapist identifies impaired ... | |
What is bone marrow infection called?
I have been diagnosed with bone marrow infection due to the surgical return of a ripped off leg. been told only option is removal of leg and good chance it will still be fatal if removed. Was told that introduction of this marrow infection to my blood stream will stop my heart. Wh... | Hi,Welcome to HCM.Infection of the bone marrow with the surrounding bone is called osteomyelitis. This iinfection is most commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. Usually this infection is caused if any penetrating injury through skin which reaches the bone or from blood which is carrying bacteria to the bone... | |
What causes needle like pricking sensation in heart?
hey iam 13 years old. and ive been getting a pain in my heart. like if there was a needle poking it. these has happens like 3 times. but not in the same day. like years ago. and my left hand hurts. iam scared that it might mean that i may have a heart attack or some... | welcome to hcm ..it is angina ..please go for ECG and stress echocardiography or BP and lipid profile and chest xray .and take proper medicines according to the reports ..avoid fast fried foods and maintain proper weight | |
On yasmin pill. Forgot to take the medication. Need advice on emergency contraceptive pill
Hi, I have been on Yasmin pill for 2 years now, I am on the 7th day of pill, last night around this time I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend, I forgot to take the pill last night and have took 2 tonight which is around 23 ho... | Hello there. Thanks for writing. If you have missed just one pill in the pack, there is no need to use an emergency contraception. Your pill will be protective. You have to be regular with the remaining pills in the pack in order to ensure contraception. Missing any further pill would reduce contraceptive efficacy and ... | |
What are the red small dry patches on my son's face?
My son is 2. He currently has several red small dry patches on his face. They are perfectly round and size are a little bigger than an pencil eraser. He has gained a new spot over night. We are leaving out of town for two days. Is there something over the counter, o... | This is most likely an allergic rash (Pityriasis rosea - check it out on the net), and you would have to apply a mild steroid cream for this. However, this would be best seen by a doctor when you return from your small trip. | |
What causes painful urination and itchiness in a prostate cancer survivor?
my brother used preparation h on his penis because he was experiencing itching there. Now he is having problems urinating and has some burning. He did have prostate cancer in his history. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It could be related to urethritis. Urinalysis should be done and a urologist should be consulted to assess for any further investigations. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Why am I having dizzy spell occasionally?
Blood pressure has been checked several times, and is good, well within limits. Having occasional (once every couple of days) dizzy spell which comes on for just a few seconds of strong deja vu, and sweaty head. Discussed with doctor, and he believes it is hypoglcemia based ... | Dear- thanks for using our service, dizziness could be secondary to multiples reasons for which you need a basic physical and laboratory examination to determine the causes. The most common are; hypoglycemia (specially if you don't eat regularly and starve for long hours),hypotension (including orthostatic hypotension ... | |
Suggest treatment for severe lower back pain
I have had low back pain since Saturday and have been taking ibuprofin and rubbing Voltarin gel.On Tuesday it was no better so went to the doctor, who said it is muscular and to continue with what I was doing. I'm also getting cramp type spasms in the muscles by the side of... | Dear friend,from my daytoday clinical practice,I think the vertebral disc that is situated in between vertebral bones has been displaced.so the nerves are getting pressure from the bony parts of vertebral column.and this irritated nerve is causing muscle spasm in the back region.my sincere suggestion is you take pain r... | |
What causes abdominal cramping, sore nipples with nausea and fatigue?
Hi. I have been trying to get pregnant for 3 years now and no luck. My period is now 2 weeks late which is occasionly normal However, I have been feeling light headed, experienced nausea, fatigue, adomenal cramping, sore nipples (very rare for me) a... | My dear friend,If your cycles are otherwise regular, the missed period should point initially at the possibility of pregnancy. Moreover, you are having nausea, fatigue and sore nipples. The other symptoms you have mentioned are not specific to and most unlikely be due to pregnancy. If you have done your pregnancy test ... | |
Q. Kindly advice the necessary medication according to the coronary angiogram report.
Hello doctor,I am 45 years old. I had a coronary angiogram, and the first diagnosis showed proximal mild to moderate disease. LCX is a nondominant vessel, proximal mildly ecstatic, and it gives rise to three branches, only 3 OM has m... | Hello. I can well understand you are worried about your cardiac health. I have gone through the details and before getting to the personalized answer, I want you to please spare some time to add more information about, 1. Why did you felt a need for going to the cardiologist recently, what are your symptoms? 2. Before ... | |
Suggest treatment for dog bite
On 17th of October, my 8 years and 10 months old, weight by 26.6 kg son was bitten by street dog (bitten more than 8 people on the same day), two units of Human Immunoglobilin was inject on the wound area by the doctor on that day, and ten antiboitic injection was given for five days (tw... | Hello,Welcome to HCM.I am Dr Rakesh Sharma answering your query.I can understand your concern.His anti rabies injections schedule is right. If wound has healed, no more care of wound is needed.You can give him every thing to eat.Hope I have answered your query, if any thing else,you are welcome. | |
How can painful peripheral neuropathy in the feet be treated while on Elavil and Gabapentin?
I HAVE SEVERE PAIN FROM NEUROPATHY IN MY FEET FOLLOWING KIDNEY FAILURE FROM INFECTION I GOT IN THE HOSPITAL AFTER HYSTERECTOMY FOR UTERINE CANCER. I AM ON ELAVIL (75 MG) AND GAPAPENTIN (1800 MG) AND OXYCODONE (5MG 4 X A DAY). ... | Hello, Since you have renal problem hence you can't take high doses of Pregabalin. 1800mg of Gabapentin is also not very helpful to you. So you can try nerve block which is completely safe and will hopefully give you long-term relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care R... | |
What could puffy, painful chest and abdomen after a fall indicate?
I fell asleep in chair by my computer Wed. night and felt out of it landing on my right side. My chest landed on my bent arm. Knocked the wind out of me and hurt while getting up but I figured I maybe just lightly bruised the chest and ribs. Pain ha... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, you should definitely go to ER now, don't afraid of being late. You had blunt chest trauma and your symptoms are mostly due to any of the following. 1. Rib fracture 2. Pneumothorax 3. Pulmonary confusions. 4. Musculoskeletal injury. So b... | |
Can Gabapentin cause weight gain with ankles and feet swelling?
My Neurologist has diagnosed me Transverse Myleytis on my right side head to toe. He hasn t found the reason yet. He has supscribed gabapentin 300 mg to relieve my stingness on my right side. I think gabapentin is causing me to gain weight and cause swell... | Yes it is a known side effect. If it is troublesome then taper the dose. If neuropathic pain is significant then try tab nortriptyline. Hope my advice will help you. Take care. Don't forget to rate me. | |
Had excessive bleeding, hot flushes. Had ovaries and tubes removed, had coil fitted. Cancer risk?
Had ovaries and tubes removed two weeks ago because of heavy bleeding for a year. Yesterday they have said I now need a coil fitted to reduce the risk if cancer forming in the uterus . I am 53 and not really had symptoms ... | Hi, Ovarian pathology generally does not cause heavy bleeding, uterus pathology is most likely another option any cervical tumor. You should be evaluated by an experienced gynaecologist. In case of any suspicion biopsy from respective area should not be delayed. | |
What is the time required to recover from jaundice?
hello sir. my 4yrs daughter suffering from join dice, her test report of blood on 23/09/20011 sgpt is 1090 I.U./LITRE and bilirubin total 3.4 and direct is 2.8 mg/dl. Today her sgpt is 216 I.U./LITRE and bilirubin total 1.2 and direct is 0.5mg/dl. pls tell me how mu... | Hi,Thanks for posting your query.I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.There are many different causes for jaundice including viral infections. The test report points more towards viral hepatitis only. But you have not mentioned about the tests done to see whether this jaundice is due to viral infections.Acute vir... | |
Suggest treatment for nerve damage
hi, had knee surgery which got infected 2 days latter, spent 2 weeks in hospital, had a pic line in for 4 weeks ,nand pills fpr another 2 weeks, my main problem is above ancle to just below th knee is painfull, very sensitive , can hardly touch, even the sheet on the bed hurts when t... | HI I had understood your problems and concerns, With nerve damage there can be a wide array of symptoms. Which ones you may have depends on the location and type of nerves that are affected. Damage can occur to nerves in your brain and spinal cord. It can also occur in the peripheral nerves, which are located throughou... | |
Suggest treatment for chills and pain in the shoulders
I have chills at night, red skin on back, pain around shoulder , thisis about 3 hours after I take a benazapril pill and jantoven, thinking The pills could be causing side effects? Hard to sleep, but by next day I feel much better. Would it be better to take pills... | Hi, Consult a physician and get evaluated. As the first line of management, you can take analgesics like Tramadol for pain relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Done root canal treatment. Pain in ear and cheek. Help
I had a root canal on the last tooth before your wisdom tooth left bottom this morning that took 3 1/2 hours. While giving me the shot to num me it sent a pain so intense I felt it in my tongue. He waited a few minutes and gave me more in the same place causing t... | Hello,Thanks for writing to us.Pain while performing root canal treatment is due to the extirpation of infected pulp which is vital.Usually pain lasts until the procedure has completed.Take amoxycillin and analgesics tablets.Take rest and avoid anxiety.Maintain oral hygiene well.Take care. | |
Q. My friend suffers with low heart rate after head injury. Why?
Hi doctor, This query is with regard to one of my friends. He got an accident five months back. He was hospitalized in ICU. Blood came from his ear and so had a CT scan done. An ENT doctor said that his ear is fine and no hearing problem. Later he was sh... | Hi. We are here to help you. Probably your friend has got head injury that is causing the brain edema which is causing the low heart rate known as bradycardia. He should get a repeat CT done. We usually give saline, antibiotics and Mannitol to reduce the swelling that is in brain edema. If no relief or edema increases ... | |
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... | |
Suggest treatment for painful lump in the collar bone area
I have a hard lump on my right collar bone. It is painful sometimes and my right arm sometimes becomes numb/tingling. The lump has been there two months. What could it be, and what steps should I take now? The pain has gotten worse over the two months since I ... | Hi.Thanks for your query.Noted the history in details and understood your concerns.I would advise the following :MRI of the neck to see for lump, its relation to the brachial plexus, cervical spine.FNAC of the lump.Tests of blood.If needed, biopsy and further treatment as per the reports.Its already 2 months hence th... | |
Suggest treatment for loose motions
my son age is 2yrs 1month from past 2months i am giving nido milk powder & he was fine but today morning if he eat meals r snack he will b fine if he drink milk with mintues he do losemotion it seems in that losemotion looks kuff(bulgum) also coming mwith bad smell what should i do | Hello dear!i would recommend to change milk of the child.Give him isomil or enfamil instead of Nido.Give him fluids like low osmolar ORS and home made juices of fruits.Avoid sugars for sometimes.Use boiled water and give natural probiotic that is home made yogurt mixed with some rice and lentil ceral(khichri).Also star... |
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