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What causes chest pain after hurt while fighting?
Hi I was play fighting with a firend and the hit me pretty hard in the chest. Now I am experiencing chest painwhen I turn or move, I can't lift anything and its a little hard to breathe. The pain is in my chest and shoots into my upper back. Can you tell me what mightb... | This type of pain usually occur due to fracture rib or a bruise on the rib and usually takes a while before going away even if you take regular analgesics. It may take even upto 6 months. If too much of trouble get a nerve block from a pain specialist after you get an X Ray of the chest. | |
What are the effects of taking sodium valproate, citicoline and piracetam for traumatic brain surgeries?
Hello doc, would you please tell me whether sodium valproate 500 mg and citicoline 500 mg and piracetam 800 mg can be crushed and taken as it has become impossible to give the whole tablet to d patient. Additionall... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.I have noted your details, including the diagnosis and current medications.I presume the difficulty the patient is facing is regarding swallowing the tablets on account of poor swallowing or semi-conscious state.Better option for you would be to use syrup formulation of these medicat... | |
How obscene is the behavior of a person with schizophrenia that warrants intervention or hospitalization?
My uncle is schizophrenic and is having a paranoid episode at present. This evening I witnessed him walkin the streets turning around in circles and kicking Walls? My mother has been his sole career all for the pa... | HiThanks for using healthcare magicIn my opinion, he needs hospitalization. A patient with paranoid thoughts and odd behavior could harm himself and other people. In that case, better to consult a mental hospital and get him treated there. He needs immediate care. For admission, you can take help of police. In case, yo... | |
Does vasectomy change the colour of the ejaculate?
Hi, I had a vasectomy about a year ago and since then the coulour of the ejaculate has changed to almost clear with a little white (which i think is normal) but recently it has taken on a darker colour (cant tell if its dark green or light brown) as if whatever is cou... | Hi greetings Vasectomy is disconnecting the passage ,called as vas differens of sperm from epididymis and testis .During ejaculation sperm from epididymis is pumped out and get mixed by the semen secreted by seminal vesicle and prostate gland. Majority of (around 90 to 95 %) semen is from seminal vesicle and prostate.... | |
Suggest remedy for addiction to eating raw rice
Hi. I am 30 years old. I have this weird habit. I like to crunch and eat raw rice. A lot perhaps a day. I developed this habit when i was 20, so i have been eating raw rice for the past 10 years. During my pregnancy i got to know i am a talasemic carrier, and i stop the ... | Hello Thanks for asking from HCMYou have habit of eating rice on compulsive basis. Eating non-edible or non-necessary substance is called as Pica. It is a psychiatric disorder seen commonly in children but in some individuals it can persist in adulthood also. A lot of persons who have Pica show iron deficiency anaemia.... | |
Is it possible to have natural tooth at the age of 55 years ?
Is it possible for a 55 year old man to have a new tooth come in naturally Is it possible for a 55 year old man to have a new tooth come in naturally? I just had a back lower left tooth extracted 2 weeks ago. It appears that a tooth is trying to come in in ... | Dear James, what you are seeing possibly could be a supernumerary tooth (an extra tooth int he mouth apart from 32 natural teeth), or it can a bony spicule, it could also be an anomalous tooth like structure (odontoma). you must see a dentist get your self examined, get an x ray done. rest will be fine. do not worry. o... | |
Advice for painful blood accompanied frequent urination
Since couple days I'm running all the time to pee. Was hurting, burning a little. But today besides this I pee with blood, basically I'm sitying on the toilet. The pain is sooo big and makes my cry. I font know what to do it hurts, burns...I dodon't know if I sho... | HIThank for asking to HCMIf you experiencing the pain while voiding and it is bleeding too then it has to be taken for investigation like urine analysis and the standing x-ray abdomen, because the chances of stone is likely take care, have good luck. | |
What causes right sided pain in lower abdomen?
hi i am experiencing a pain in my lower right torso and it wakes me up in the middle of my sleep..i just want to know if a vibrator has something to do with it since i used it yesterday..and this is actually the second time i experienced it and at both particular incident... | This is most probably due to urinary tract infection. The other probable reason can be appendicitis , colitis , salpingitis , ovarian problem, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease PID . Get an ultrasonography , blood and urine tests and a proper diagnosis. Use vibrator with care. It should made sterile by spirit or povidone iod... | |
What causes eye tremors post cataract surgery?
2+ years since cataract surgery in both eyes. Since surgeries I have a distortion/shakiness in outer edges of both eyes. Not bad when focusing on single object in space. But when I try to read or my vision jumps from object to object it is quite bad. Surgeon insists all a... | Hello, Since, the doctors you mentioned didn't find any issue with your post cataract surgery eyes, I suggest you to get a second opinion from another experienced Ophthalmologist. I think, also that you should see a neurologist and you should have a brain MRI done inorder to evaluate any neurological condition that is ... | |
Will Neurobion ease the tired nerves and how long it should be taken?
Dear Doctor, My problem is tired nerves due to stress and hard and intensive mental work. Do you suggest the use of vitamins like B-kind such as Neurobion that contains B1, B6 and B12 and for how long am I able to take them continuously? Am I going ... | Hi Sir/ma'am...I think you are taking neurobion, empirically without any evidence of deficiency of those vitamin. any how you can take that vitamins for 4-6 weeks and see there is any improvement or not. in not then go for reducing your stress level which is the best advise from medical science. if it is not possible ... | |
Severe attacks of pain in middle back, sweating usually after eating, while sleeping. History of gall bladder removal. Thoughts?
I have been having attacks after eating in my middle back. Sharp pains. About 15 minutes after eating. Had Gall Bladder removed. Did not help problem. I get these terrible attacks at night w... | Hi, the gastric pain associated with the gallstones is a symptom complex, and after removal of the bladder also you need to use medicines for gastric pain, for some time depending upon the severity of the erosion. I to my patients with such pain prescribe omeprazole, domperidone, and antacid ... | |
Rashes on the body. Skin allergy?
Sir, smal rashes are on the body. look like skin allergy. initially i thought that it may be chicken pox and then i had applied neem for 4 days and started reducing it. But during 4 days, i never smoke and drink. But after 10 days, again small rashes started coming up. What is the rea... | THIS FITS TO MILK THEORY WHICH SAY CHILD NEED MOTHER MILK FOR 2 YEARS AND NO MILK AFTER THAT AS WE ADD MILK AND DIARY IT IS ANIMAL PROTEIN AND ANIMAL PROTEINS ARE NOT COMPETIBLE WITH HUMAN PROTEINS,AND CHILD START GETTING PROBLEMS HICH GO ON INCREASING TILL THE END AND INVOLVES OTHER SYSTEMSIF YOU WITHDRAW MILK AND DIA... | |
Suffering from skin allergy around anus, no diabetes or BP issues. Taking medication. Suggest permanent cure
I am suffering from skin allergy since 6 years around skin at anus. I am using s many medicins duly taking advice from skin specialist. Regularly using half tablet of livocitrizen in the night.Desowen skin crea... | Hi, the itching at the anal region, since long time may be due to the worms , fungal infection, or a chronic fissure. I advise you to consult a proctologist or a surgeon for diagnosis and treatment. I to my patient with such symptoms prescribe albendazole, ofloxacin , orn... | |
Q. What could be the white spot in the eye?
Hello doctor, I had a watery eye and I feel something is there in my eye since last week. It was really bad during the weekend and I found a white spot in the eye. I went to an ophthalmologist and he just had a look through the machine. He said it could be marginal keratitis... | Hi. Can you name the medicines that your doctor prescribed? Marginal keratitis is not a disease to be taken lightly. The white spot will lighten as the healing begins but will not completely vanish. Send me the pictures of the doctor's file and the medications prescribed. For more information consult an eye care ophtha... | |
Swelling in lower part of rib cage, abdominal pain. What is it?
Hello SIr, I am a 28 years male. I have swelling under my lower part of rib cage on left side. It is from 4 years now. I never felt any pain before. But I feel discomfort when i bend on left side. I have never felt any pain but some times it pains in left... | Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for choosing H.C.M.F. It appears to be the lipoma, and nothing else. what ever pathology of left upper abdomen like gastritis, pancreatitis, etc will never elicit to the out side. More over it is painless at the same time causing discomfert. I advise you to consult a surge... | |
Suggest treatment for vomiting and loose motion in a child
hello, I beg to state that my child who is 1year old is suffering from loose motion for 8 times and he had fever yesterday with 4 vomitings .Our doctor suggested us the medicines named calpol 250mg 3ml,vizylac 5ml,zincolife 5ml,ofloxacin &metronidazole 5 ml wi... | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic.It seems your kid is having viral diarrhoea. Once it starts it will take 5-7 days to completely get better. Unless the kid's having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry. There is no need t... | |
Suggest management of a mentally challenged person with violent and perverted tendencies
Dear Sir, I have a 29 yr old brother , who is deaf, dumb & mentally retarded .He has attened deaf and dumb school till 4th std. As age advanced , he has become very aggressive violent and more demanding( manhandles parents if dema... | I suggest you to double the dose of olanzapine as his behaviour has not improved with earlier dose.You can consult at NIMHANS for rehabilitation purposes.Thanks. | |
Q. What can cause frequent throat infection?
Hi doctor, I used to get throat infection whenever I drink cold water. Due to weather also drinking water gets cold. Even that leads to throat infection. What measure shall I take to protect myself from throat infection? | Hi. Many patients come to me with this complaint of frequent sore throat. First I would say do not worry about this. We must evaluate if there is any pathogenic organism residing in the throat and causing recurrent infections. For the same a throat swab (culture and sensitivity) test is required based on which we can p... | |
Is pregnancy possible after taking emergency contraceptive pills?
hi Doctor! my period is irregular, 42 cycle. Had unprotected sex March 4 and I took nordette as ecp after 104 hours but still no bleeding until now and my last period starts feb 14. I was so scared to get pregnant because I don t wanted to have unhealth... | Hello,Thanks for letting us know your health concern. It is very unfortunate that you had to fall ill so many times in a month. However, it is difficult to predict ovulation as you have irregular cycles. Since the intake of emergency contraceptive pill was outside the stipulated time interval of 72 hours, efficacy is v... | |
What treatment is suggested for vertigo?
I am having current and ongoing vertigo (diagnosed after a significant episode around three years ago) I have had nystagmus (diagnosed) since around 4 years of age, I also have restless leg syndrome (undiagnosed but displaying as involuntary leg movements at night particularly ... | Hello, Vertigo is related to inner ear dysfunction, restless legs syndrome cause is not fully understood.Imbalances of neurotransmitters in the brain may be one reason for restless legs syndrome, iron deficiency also.So, these are two different conditions. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist... | |
What causes a lump in groin area?
i just found a lump in my groin area its very close to the inner leg joint so im not sure if it is a normal part of the body as i have another lump on the other side on the exact same spot but it is a little smaller. you have to push deep to find it and moves around freely esp when wa... | Hi,Welcome.Based on the facts of your query-You seem to have normal lymph glands in the groin.And they become specially felt while walking.Hope this would help you to plan further treatment with your doctor.Will appreciate your Hitting thanks and writing excellent review comments to help needy patients like you. Welco... | |
Does Microgynon 30 cause light periods with brown discharge not normal bleeding ?
Hi I have been on Microgynon 30 for about 7 years with no problems. However, over the last 6 months, my periods have become extremely light and all I have now is a brown discharge for a couple of days rather than normal bleeding . I am d... | it is not uncommon for someone who has used birth control pills for a long time to have very light periods, or Ben no periods at all. there is nothing dangerous about this, and it will not affect your ability to have a baby after you stop the pills.I hope this helps, please let me know if you have any more questions. | |
Does masturbating a lot causes pain after urinating?
hey am James from Kenya,i am having lots of pain after urinating but most of all i musterbate a lot especially during this holiday season.could this be the problem because have not had sex for the past one year.please contact me at YYYY@YYYY | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Masturbating forcefully may cause physical trauma to the tissues in the penis. It can also lead to small tears in the urethra and skin. The foreskin is very thin and can get ulcerated. This might be responsible for pain during urination. It I suggested that you control your masturbation habit a... | |
Are there pregnancy chances without inserting penis on vagina?
me nd my girlfriend had sex almost 30 hours ago and we did not have a intercourse,we were just rubbing for each other nd i was humping on her with my underwear on, my dick dint touched her pussy,she helped me masturbatiing nd i ejacuated on her hands and t... | Hello dearI understand your concernDo not worry.There is no chance of the pregnancy becauseThere is no penetrative sexual intercourse. Just rubbing with underwear on does not cause entry of sperm into the vagina.Again you took the I pill after the sex and it highly effective in preventing the pregnancy if you have took... | |
Could premature ejaculation affect the chances of conception?
i have a question about sperm count. my husband is in the military and was gone for a long time. he "relieved" himself earlier in the morning so that when we were able to have sex that night, it would be longer than 2 minutes:) we are trying for baby #3 a... | Hello, Premature ejaculation also contains a certain amount of sperms that can induce pregnancy. There is no need to worry about the conception failure with the premature ejaculation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr SAMEEN BIN NAEEM, General & Family Physi... | |
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... | |
I have external piles, pain in bowel movement and bleeding.
i am 27. i have external piles. pain in bowel movement. sometimes bleeding. tell me some remedy without operation. last week it started.1 year before i experienced this for some days. after little care it went off. but after marriage i am again experiencing t... | I've had problems with constipation for 2 years now which have caused hemorrhoids. I tried everything you can think of. I went to the dr and they suggested I take Metamucil and 2 different types of laxatives for a year. The Metamucil was terrible, too thick and unpleasant. Who wants to take laxatives for a year? It onl... | |
What causes burning sensation in the leg with varicose veins?
I am a 30 year old woman with no health conditions but that of ADHD. I have been taking Adderall 30 mg for about 2 months now, but have been on adderall for 6 months. I sit and stand at work I m a nurse. For the past year I have noticed a heavy, burning and... | Hello,The symptoms seem to be related to varicose veins. I suggest using compression stockings and maintain the legs elevated. I also suggest regular exercise and a healthy diet. If the symptoms continue, another possible treatment is sclerotherapy. You should consult your gp about this treatment.Hope I have answered y... | |
Q. I started feeling itches after a bee stung me. What do I do?
Hello doctor, I got stung by a bee yesterday morning on my toe. When I woke up this morning, I started feeling itches here and there in my body. I also got two blisters on the top of my toe where the bee had stung. | Hello. With the conversation we had, I understand that you were bitten by a bee yesterday (insect bite) on your toe and today you have blisters, itching, and swelling. Based on the information you gave, I have suggested some measures as well as some medications. Please wash the toe with lukewarm water and see carefully... | |
Having circular red rash with flaky white spots on thigh, pubic region. Suggest?
I have a circular red rash with flaky white spots and zits on my inner thigh and pubic region it doed not itch unless I am sweating I am very active where I work and I have been using fungal medication but ut has only aleveated the redne... | Hello. Thanks for the query. This appears like a fungal infection. What all medication you have applied can give relief just for a few days. Here is my advice for you. 1. Apply oint clotrimazole in night and clotrimazole powder in day for atleast one month. Remember to use it for one month even if the itch stops, this ... | |
Can I take fertile 50mg tablet from 7th day of my periods?
Hello Sir, Hope u r doing good. Sir, I am planning for baby since June'13 but I am not getting result. I consulted doctor.She advised for fertile 50 mg tablet to take on 5th day of my period. but unfortunately I didnot get this tablet till my 6th day. can I ta... | Hello dearI understand your concernFertile tablet will help to maintain fertility by inducing the ovualtion.Clomid should be started on day 3 to 5 of your cycle and continue to take it at the same time every day for 5 days.You will likely be started on a low dose of Clomid, such as 50 mg a day. This is to reduce the li... | |
How to cure bumps and pain on the upper gums ?
My son is 7 years old and has had a bump on his upper gums (under his lip, right above his tooth) for the last 3-4 months. He has fairly healthy teeth and goes to the dentist annually. It does not cause him pain, however, I am concerned. What is it and how can I get rid o... | Thanks for using HealthCare Magic.Read your query.The bulging of the gums can be due to few reasons for your son.If the front teeth of his not erupted , it can be due to this (pre eruption bulge).As the tooth starts erupting in the mouth , it will reduce.Second , it can be due to a abscess formation if any of the menti... | |
Q. My partner fingered me after touching his penis with precum. Will I get pregnant?
Hello doctor, My fiance and I had sexual intercourse three days after my ovulation day. He touched his penis with pre-cum and then fingered me before we used a condom. Will I get pregnant? | Hello, Welcome to the icliniq.com. The precum semen fluid contains a high amount of sperms. So as per your history provided you had done intercourse, and semen precum touched to the vagina, so the chance of pregnancy is present. So you are at risk for pregnancy. I suggest you investigate with urine beta hCG card test t... | |
Could weaker immune system be caused by hashimoto disease?
my son's aunty has hashimoto disease how likely is it that he could end up having it as i hear it's hereditory, he seems to have a weaker immune system than me and my daughter, as he gets all the sickness bugs going and myself and my daughter don't catch them ... | Hello and welcome to HCM,Low immunity can occur in number of diseases.Low hemoglobin, low resistance, protein deficiency are common causes of weak immune system.Infections like HIV infection also weaken immune system.Hashimoto's disease is an auto-immune disease and family history of Hashimoto's disease is unlikely to ... | |
What causes unsteadiness and disorientation?
My bhusband us generally fit abd well and walks aroubd 10 miles daily. Threedays ago he realised that he had fallen into a ditch but doesnt remember the fall. He was very disoriented and unsteady on his feet. He then had another fall. He gas had similar epusodes since but l... | Hello dear The narration of problems in your husband seems to be related to ataxia. This may be due to posterior circulation stroke, transient ischaemic attacks , cerebellitis, acute vestibular neuronitis or seizure. I will advise you to consult a neurologist for proper examination and evaluation and investigate accord... | |
Delayed periods, abnormal flow. Ultrasound shows right ovarian cyst. Try for conception?
hi last month my preiod delay for 45 days and i hav a little abnormal flow i went to th doctor and she suggested me ultra sonography i find a little big cyst in my right overy , so my question is can i try for a baby this month my... | You might concieve this month,depends on the size of the cyst,as you are on cycloreg medication it would regress,Just get a sonography done if you get the periods this time,after the periods to confirm whether cyst has gone or not. And if you miss your periods then the good news is here. So don't worry and relax. All t... | |
I wake up always in the middle of the night, and cant breath at all
wake up always in the middle of the night, cant breath , flushed i wake up always in the middle of the night, cant breath, flushed... on the verge of passing out and sometimes i have, have to use my nebulizer machine (i have asthma ) sweating profusel... | Hi.. ... How many times do you wake up from deep sleep with such symptoms? The symptoms that you describe are referred to as hypopnea... Multiple such episodes occuring throughout the night is a feature of sleep apnea syndrome... You need sleep studies(polysomnogram), weight reduction programme and correction of an ENT... | |
What could regular fever while on TB treatment indicate, LFT/CBC reports normal?
My wife is 28 year old and is diagnosed with TB, she started her treatment one month ago, but she gets fever daily in the afternoon after she gets chill, and fever range is 99 to 100, i have done LFT and CBC test two times and according t... | HelloNo this is not the side effects of medicine .Fever with chills and evening rise of temperature clearly indicates that treatment of tuberculosis is not playing its role .Either diagnosis is wrong or treatment is not responding .In my opinion get in Widal test and repeat X ray . If sputum present please get for A F... | |
Should i be worried about the pain in my fingers after an injury?
hi im a 21year old female and out of anger i punched my wall a couple times and noticed swelling from pinky on left hand to middle finger i can close it in a fist but not tight as it hurts the pain goes up the threes fingers but only to knuckle should i... | Hello, There are chances of injury to finger bones due to punching against a hard surface. I would like to advise X-ray of the hand anteroposterior and oblique views to rule out a fracture. Please get it done from radiology centre nearby you. Meanwhile, do ice compression and tab Aceclofenac twice a day can be taken fo... | |
Will Hydromet syrup treat asthma and coughing problems?
I have asthma and got over an upper respiratory infection a couple weeks ago. I have still been having asthma and coughing problems. The other weekend, I had an asthma attack, and coughed so hard and so much, that my ribs hurt horribly on the left side. I have be... | Hi,You are just taking symptomatic treatment rather than actual treatment.You are having upper respiratory infection with asthma for which you can undergo routine blood investigation with sputum tests and X-ray chest to rule out any other pathology and to know whether it is infective or allergic etiology.You should tak... | |
Memory loss, chest tightening, have underactive thyroid, rash
Hi. my name is brenda brady aged 25 an i have been living with some condition my whole life its affecting my mental life at the minute. its start of from when i was a very young i could see a big massive ball witched moved very slow towards me at that time ... | Hello. As you yourself have rightly pointed out, you need to consult a doctor who can listen to you for all that you have to say. You have small small problems in many spheres of life which need to be tackled one by one under supervision of a psychologist. For some of the problems few tests may have to be done like for... | |
Suggest treatment for lower back and stomach pain
i was cleaning the bath tub the other day and i stood up and my lower back on the bottom right started to hurt. that was almost a week ago. today i've had cramps in my lower stomach that kind of hurt. it feels like i have to poop a lot but when i go to the toilet it's ... | Hi Welcome to HCMI have gone through your query regarding your concern over your back pain and cramp in stomach and sleep disorder and your obessity and ..... Dear your all of these sufferings are not sudden or god gifted !To be frank, they are earned by you through your lavish life styleFaulty irregular intake o... | |
What could cause belly and back pain?
hi, I keep getting really tired all of a sudden, and keep getting a bad belly and back pain and also within the last couple of days ive got a real bad achy pain in my right leg/foot and dont feel like eating much. Im worried as my dad has not long ago had lymphoma cancer, could th... | Hello, As a first line management you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Does bilateral multicystic ovaries cause difficulty in conception?
I have bilateral multicystic ovaries (not polycystic), have regular periods and normal blood sugar levels. Just curious, hope conception and pregnancy will not be an issue for me. I have done ultrasound scans confirming the presence of a dominant folli... | Hi, there will not be any problem in conceiving with multicystic ovaries. Just try every 2 to 3 days after your periods stop. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any other query I will be happy to help. Regards Dr khushboo | |
Cut above canine tooth resulting in swelling. urts to wear retainers. Suggestions?
Hi my name is Destiny Im 16 ( not a smoker) and about four days ago I got a small cut right above my canine tooth resulting in it hurting really bad and swelling up. When ever I get a cut in my mouth I usually just let it heal on its ow... | Hi,Thanks for asking the query,According to your clinical symptom i suppose that you have developed a swelling and inflammation around canine tooth due to trauma from retainer.Dont worry apply Dologel oral ointment topically over the affected area.Take lukewarm saline and antiseptic mouthwash rinses.Maintain a very goo... | |
Q. I have done HIV 1 and 2 test many times and the results are negative. Should I still worry about HIV?
Hello doctor, I have been tested for HIV 1 and 2 many times. My tests are 10 weeks card test negative. 12 weeks Elisa serum test negative. 14 weeks Elisa serum and p24 test negative. 16 weeks Elisa serum test negat... | Hello. I understood your concern and I have viewed the images. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your HIV screening tests are conclusive. A screening test at and after three months mark from risk exposure is considered final and conclusive. There is no need to test further. The lesions that you have on ... | |
What is the best treatment for non-small cell lung cancer?
My mom has 3b non small cell lung cancer. a doctor talked to us about chalking or using talc to treat her the next time she has to have a thoracentisis done. another said he didn t know what that meant. what do I do next for my mom to see that she gets the bes... | Thanks for your question on HCM. By your history I think your mother has recurrent pleural effusion due to malignant spread in pleura. Since this is incurable disease, we need to give palliative treatment. For recurrent malignant pleural effusion best option is pleurodesis. This means iatrogenic adhesion of pleural la... | |
Suggest treatment for canker sore
I had braces brackets put up a week ago, and developed a canker sore the next day. however, i woke up today with my top left lip swelling, where the canker sore is. the swelling also seems to be spread to my cheek. i m a 25 year old female having her period now. could this be an aller... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.According to your explanation, it looks like you have two different issues, one is aphthous stomatitis and another condition is cellulitis secondary to tooth infection.Consult a oral physician and get it evaluated.for, tooth infection, If i am your treating doctor, ... | |
What can be the reason for swelling in the cheeks along with pain?
i have bad swelling in my left cheek and its paining a lot from yesterday night... just went to dr. He confirmed it as Mums .. have given vitamin tablets.. and asked me to take orange and pomegranate juice what else i need to do .. today is the first d... | You can take some antiinflammatory drugs and analgesics like paracetamol or diclofenac/aceclofenac serratiopeptidase combination for few days initially.Rest as advised by your dr is fine. | |
Are there any chances of pregnancy since I had ovulation on 14th day and had sex on 18th day ?
hi doctor , i have a 28 days period cycle, this time i got my ovulation on 14th day(i get severe pain duing this time) and had sex on 18th day, please suggest me whether i will get pregnent | Hi Welcome to HealthcareMagic. If you are sure about your ovulation day , there are chances of pregnancy.Ovulation day can be detected accurately by ovulation kit. Ideally two days around the ovulation day can be fertile.If you cannot conceive this cycle , please get an ovulation kit and plan intercourse accordingly. G... | |
Q. Will I get my sex drive back if I quit masturbation?
Hello doctor, I am a 27 year old male. I have been masturbating while watching porn for a year now. Now I am experiencing erectile dysfunction. Also, the stiffness of the penis is not the same as before (maybe because I am not getting aroused as easily as before)... | Hello. I understand your concern and the confusion in your mind. In the edit, you have mentioned that your erection is back and that is good to know and the current concern as you have mentioned is sex drive. My explanation to you is as follows: Watching porn and masturbation is done by more than 90 percent of the peop... | |
Does Duphaston prevent pregnancies?
Hi, i am 27 yrs old and i am married for about 1yr and 3 mths now, we have been on protected sex after marriage (Condoms) and now we have decided to start our family. we have been trying for about 5 mths now and still no positive responce. we had consulted a gyno and she had prescib... | Hi welcome to healthcaremagic.I have gone through your question.Duphastone contains dydrogestrone.Which is prescribed in avoiding abortions, to maintain uterine wall in luteal phase and that can help in implantation.Folic acid prescribed to prevent early congenital defects in fetus.Hope i answered your question.Would b... | |
Which is the best medicine for reduce recurrence of psoriasis ?
Hi Doctor, I am having psoriasis , though very much reduced now after taking healthy diet and reducing my stress level by physical workout. In between I used some medicines as well, like Psorolin ointment which helped me significantly in the recent progre... | Hi..dear rohit.., Thanks for choosing HCM.., PSORIASIS.... It is genetically determined inflammatory disorder.., No cure ..only controlling the disease..ok., Now very good creams available.. maintain with... 1) Morning times..use Moisturising cream..., LOZISOFT..,ELOVERA, CETRABEN..., night times..... 2) TAZAROTENE....... | |
Abdominal pain, passing blood clots, haematuria. Cystoscopy and MRI. Prescribed paracetamol and tramadol. What are the other options?a
Hi there,I am a 16 year old male from the UK. I have been admitted to hospital around 10 times over the past three months due to haematuria and severe abdominal pains(where my bladder ... | if nothing come in any thing get attention to food theoryas one or more of major food protein start reacting with body proteins to cause multiple organ problems you need to consult allergy doctor who can get blood serum testsfor specific antibodies for milk wheat potato and other major foods you takewithdraw according... | |
What causes visual field loss?
I have been experiencing vusual field loss since monday. Hr has been steadily dropping even with treatment of midodrine. Also being treated with 1 gram of methylprenisolone daily through IV for possible MS flare. Could this be a perfusion promblem versus MS | Instead of guessing, it is better to undergo MRI brain and visual evoked potential tests to confirm the diagnosis. This would confirm or exclude both MS and brain infarction.Best wishes,Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology) | |
What could be the expected wrist mobility post k wires removal?
hi sir, well I had a left radial wrist surgery and ive got k wires in my wrist. i just want to know if once they will remove them, ill be able to immediately have all mobility, put pressure on it to use crutches. because im waiting for the removal so bad ... | Hello,Normally, after a wrist surgery with k wire fixation, the patient does not have full range of motion. Normally, I remove the k wire after 6 to 8 weeks and the patient is on splint. After 6 to 8 weeks the fracture either is not 100% healed or has some kind of post-traumatic osteoporosis (in women mostly) which mea... | |
Recurring upper abdominal pain like cramp, bloating. Feeling of stomach muscle bulging out. Any ideas?
Hello,this morning I was driving to work when I felt pain in my upper abdomen. I felt clammy, my stomach aired up I felt bloated. This strange feeling went on for about 7 to 10 minutes. It felt as if though aired was... | Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for calling H.C.M.Forum. You had pain in the upper abdomen, bloated, exhausted, previously also you had such pain. The pain in the upper abdomen is suggestive of the gastric pain due to... | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? T... | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just coc... | |
Is it okay to take Gemifloxacin for stomach condition?
my doctor has prescribed Gemifloxacin for my prlonoged stomach condition i was taking metronidazole before that butt the thing that bothers me is that gemifloxacin is for pneumonia no mention of bacterial infection of the intestine in the occupying leaflet is it a... | Hi,Yes, it's okay to take Gemifloxacin for 'stomach condition'. Gemifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone group of antibiotic commonly prescribed to treat infections caused by susceptible bacteria like pneumonia. It is also found to be effective in the treatment of gastrointestinal infections like bacterial diarrhea caused by ... | |
Suggest treatment for lump in the neck with itchy rashes on stomach
my four year old son has a lump on the left side of his neck that is now protruding when he turns his head. His pediatrician noticed it about 2 months ago at his check up and said to call if it gets bigger. It is bigger now to the point where I can se... | Hi,Dear,Good evening.Thanks for your query to Health Care Magic.I studied your query indepth. In my opinion the lump in the neck of your 2 yr son is mostly due to HODGKIN's/ or NH- lymphoma as its painless, growing and with night swets, ithcy rash on abomen indicate shingle? or herpes zoster? or viral infection.Treatme... | |
Asthma, cough, vomiting, dizziness, stomach cramps, headaches in a child. What is going on?
Hii have a 4 years old little boy and last year he was diagnosed with asthma,he was coughing a lot when going to bed and in the morning before getting up,he was throwing up quite a lot and he would only throw up flam not food m... | Asthma ibn chilhood occurs due to antibiotics over use and paracetamol we use for fever you find out reason for allergy.all these problems are related to this food allergy definately milk but you can get blood serum tested for milk and wheat go for elimination diet he wsill recover from all symptomps You just stop all ... | |
I am in the 4th stage of Hepatitis C. Getting vomiting,cough and burns in throat,chest and left breast
Hi, I am in the 4th stage of liver disease/Hep C and I have had terrible regurgitation episodes without warning which produce vomit in my esophogus that burns my throat , middle chest , and under my left breast sever... | Hi, Welcome to Healthcaremagic forum, Well the symptoms you mentioning may not be due to cancer but probably due to portal hypertension which is very much expected in you , get an Upper GI endoscopy and rule out Oesophageal Varicies. As they could be severe bleeding spots if untreated. Thanks for visiting Healthcaremn... | |
What does a lump under my xiphoid process indicate?
I have a lump under my xiphoid process. Not painful. It's hard. You can see it when I lean back through my skin. No weight loss or loss of appetite. I feel like it's been there a while. But just paying more attention to it now. It's not my xiphoid process. I'm 32 yea... | Hi, Most possible issue is lipoma involving the xiphoid region. A soft tissue ultrasound of high resolution is best way to get it perfectly diagnosed. I would like to admire your further doubts anytime. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel | |
What is the cause of nausea, slow digestion and stomach ache?
Im asking for my boyfriend, he gets pain in his stomache, he geta nausea, and he has a slow digested. He takes pm's(night time pain reliever) and he gets sleepy after takin them. He cant go anywhere afyer eating bc he gets sick. He lost alot of weight, he o... | Hi.Thanks for your query and your concern for your friend. Pain - nausea and slow digestion, feeling sickness after dinner, loss of weight, eats only once a day due to he works, probably is afraid to eat due to pain- your question- anything else he can take other than pm's.I would advise you to consult a good Doctor wh... | |
Feeling of things moving in public hair and eyebrows, anal itching. Have head lice. Detected no infestation. Help
I feel things moving and biting me in my pubic hair but the doctor can see no infestation. I have taken thread worm tablets for 3 times but still have itching around the anus as well. I also have head lice... | HelloThanks for the query .Head lice is very difficult to eradicate until full course is not taken .Beside full course personal hygiene is very important.In this type of condition I usually prescribe permethrine 12 mg / day for 7 days .I also prescribe albendazole 400 mg/ day for next 3 days.Local application of permet... | |
What is the cause of red eyes in a child suffering from cough and cold?
My child eyes last night began to have red eyes and when she wake up this morning there s so much morning glory on her eyes the white one..and until now her eyes still pink or red like its swelling. By the way she has a cough and cold right now.is... | Hello,There are many causes of red eyes.You have not mentioned the age of your child, otherwise it would be very helpful.Various causes are as follows,1. Conjunctivitis2. Allergy3. Injury4. Dry eye syndrome5. Viral infection, etcI would like to know whether your child is having any rash or not?Because red eye along wit... | |
Noticed itchy spots on the legs
I have these spots on my legs that itches - it seems like when subsides another starts itching, .some times it quitdown, but for only short periods. I am not sure if it's some thing I eat. The more I scratch the sweeter it feels. What can I do? | Hello,Welcome to HCM,The symptoms which you are having is may be due to contact dermatitis, insect bite, infection by fungus or allergy to some products.Physical examination is required to make the probable diagnosis, I would suggest you to consult your doctor for physical examination and confirm your diagnosis.If ther... | |
Suggest treatment for epididymitis
I have had Epididymitis for six weeks, three rounds of antibiotics, only hurts on the left side, swelling. I wasn't told not to have sex. I am 57 and have no clue how I got this. I have been riding bikes hard for 11 years a couple of hours at a time and have never had any problems... | Hello, As per your history, it may be due epidydamitis. For further assessment you may require complete hemogram and urine analysis and ultrasound scrotum. You may require broad spectrum antibiotics like cefixime after physician consultation. For pain you can take tablet acetaminophen. Use scrotum support. Avoid strenu... | |
What is the remedy for bad falls causing back problem?
My name is Lori and I have had some bad falls that have created bad Lower back problem , My doctor asked me to look for a back specialist , he fills I need to get a shot in my lower back , but I have the medical card from public Aid do you take the card it is very... | I would suggest you following things. 1. Warm water fomentation 2. Muscles relaxant like myoril or myospaz 3.back muscles strengthening exercise 4.diclofenec gel application It will take care of your pain. | |
How can a skin cut in the inner cheek be treated?
Yesterday I put my straw in my mouth and reached down to grab my drink, accidentally hitting and shoving the straw back into my mouth. I think the straw cut my cheek near the back of my mouth and also cut my lingual frenulum. My questions are: how long will this take t... | Hello,It looks like there has been a tear in the mucosa of the cheek as well as lingual frenulum due to hitting with the straw. Do not worry as it will heal gradually on its own as there is profound blood supply inside mouth.For speeding up the recovery or avoiding infection you can apply Chlorohexidine gel over it. If... | |
What causes facial twitching?
I'm a 37 year old male. 5'7" and a little overweight. I have been congested with hay fever and have recently developed twitching in the muscles under my eyes. For about two years I have been seeing a neuro for benign fasciculation syndrome (twitching all over my body, mostly my calves). C... | Hi, hay fever is nothing but allergic rhinitis caused by grass pollens allergy.That never triggers twitching of small muscles of face etc.May be your BFS for which u are taking treatment from neurologist can cause this but its nothing to do with hay fever. | |
What causes a ridge on the eyebrow of a child after a fall?
Hello. Iam concerned about my 3 year old son. Two weeks and two days ago, he fell off his bed (really hard fall) and had a huge bump and bruise at his eyebrow. His behavior was totally fine, and his energy and everything else is normal. No vomiting or loss of... | Hi,From history it seems that as there were no cerebral signs and symptoms immediately and till today, there is less likely of having any fracture of skull.It is likely that this might be due to hematoma formed and now a bit encapsulated.Nothing to worry, apply ice pack 2-3 times a day for few days.Ok and take care. | |
What causes light headedness and nausea after gum infection?
I have the feeling of light headedness & sometimes a light head & nausea. I have had problems with receding gums & infection in my gums, when I have an infection I get the same symptoms. I have just had my two bottom teeth extracted, however these symptoms... | thanks for your query, i have gone through your query. the pain in the gums and chin could be because of the gum infection. you have to get your teeth cleaned once for this. the nausea and light headedness is not related to the gum infection, it could be because of antibiotics taken for gum infection(if you have taken)... | |
Q. Please suggest treatment and home remedies for anal burning and bleeding.
Hi doctor, My husband is suffering from anal burning and bleeding while going for motion. Whenever he goes motion, he starts having anal burning from morning to evening. If he does not goes motion in the morning, there is no anal burning. The... | Hi. You did not mention about the diagnosis that your doctor made whether it is piles or fissure or something else. But avoid constipation. Give him high fiber diet like whole grains, salads and plenty of water daily. Also, tell him for sitz bath. Take sitz bath two times daily. In sitz bath take some lukewarm water in... | |
Q. What is the black pointy substance sticking out of my gums?
Hi doctor, I have done a root canal before few years. But it fell off, and nothing has been there for a few years. This morning, when I woke up, I saw a black pointy substance sticking out on my gum. What is it? | Hi. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). On looking your tooth and after going through your complaint, there is a retained root piece. It is left behind there. There is nothing to worry. You need to extract it soon from your dentist. Root canal treatment generally fails w... | |
Suggest treatment for broken tooth
I was poking my teeth when suddenly a piece of my front tooth yanked-out. At least, I think it was a piece of my tooth. I can feel a whole in the back of my teeth, but you can't see a whole in the front. The piece I pulled out had somewhat of a chalk-like feel to it. | Hello,Thanks for consulting HCMRead your query as you have broken front tooth from palatal aspect dont be worried so much chalky tooth can be due to condition like fluorosis or due to nutritional deficiency .I will suggest you to consult oral surgeon for examination of teeth and go for oral prophylaxis .If this can be ... | |
Suggest treatment for red bumps in baby
Hi. My 16 month old daughter woke up this morning with hundreds of red raised bumps on her arms and legs. None on her torso or her back. She s been on an antibiotic for 10 days, amoxicillin for a sore throat. Only other change was eating chocolate yesterday. | Hi,You must return to your pediatrician. It could be the result of a drug reaction, bacterial resistance or just a normal result of a end viral infection. | |
What are the ill effects of chewing an AA battery?
My 2&1/2 years old baby chewing AA battery regularly from his toys. He went to bed fine but suffering cold& cough every time & vomiting rarely....do I need to worry? He do all his daily routine work now but I not sure how much it will effect him in future.what I shoul... | hello, thanks for your query, batteries contains nickel chemical, it's alkaline and toxic to body. kindly avoid sucking batteries. hope I have answerd your query. all the best. take care. | |
Suggest treatment for severe hip pain
Sir, Whenever i walk more than normal or do aerobics, i feel pain in the right side of the hip disc near or above not sure how to describe exactly. I have taken an MRI scan of lumbo sacral spine and the impression shows postero central bulge of L 4-5 disc mildly intending the thec... | Hi, I value your concern regarding the symptoms. I have gone through your symptoms, and in my opinion You also need an X Ray of your hip joint. secondly continue with Altraday, but in my opinion you do not need dulane 30. third do not wear the LS belt at rest, you may use it only when walking and if you are comfortable... | |
How to treat gastro-intestinal virus infection?
I am curious as to why my son, who is just getting over a week long battle with his first gastro-intestinal virus, has suddenly completely changed his personality. I just keep hoping he"ll get back to normal, it"s been a week and 2 days since the first vomit struck. Appe... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicA loss of fluids and electrolytes as well as weakness from the illness itself may be causing the change noted.He should return to his normal self when he has fully recovered.His appetite will return as he continues to get better, it would be important to make sure he uses enough flu... | |
Repeated spells of head spinning on lying, disturbed sleep, low concentration. How can I overcome this?
H doc,i I am a lady of 35 yrs of age and I have suffered this health condition for 15yrs now. I dnt know wot to call it. I was ion my bed, and all of a sudden I felt my room was spinning aroun, I couldt control it, ... | Please let us know if you are still having head spinning, as you call it. Also, what tests have been done, and what results. Your current problem of poor concentration and poor sleep seem to be anxiety related. You could try some relaxation techniques if all results are normal. Regards | |
Q. How can I delay my periods?
Hello doctor, I want to delay menstruation. Please advice. | Hi. You can have hormonal medications to delay the periods. For better results, start 5 to 7 days in advance of a particular date. Have tablet Primolute N (10 mg twice daily) and continue till three days before you want to have periods. After stopping medications, you can have withdrawal bleed within latest two weeks a... | |
What causes pain on the left of the jaw bone?
Hi there my jaw on the left hand side has been locked for a few days and causing a lot of pain in my ear and I can't open my mouth too wide without experiencing pain. It makes my neck hurt and gives me headaches. My joint on my left hand knee hurts Aswell what do I do? Wha... | Hello, thank you for consulting with healthcaremagic. The type of symptoms you are mentioning it looks that you are having problem in your Temporomandibular joint ( joint of the jaw ) because it is responsible for opening and closing of mouth and even situated in front of the ear. To get relief from the pain you have ... | |
Had gall bladder removed. Infection from gallbladder to tube leading to liver. What is it called?
My mother had her gallbladder removed. Air pockets were left in her body after surgery. She is now hospitalized with an e coli infection plus an infection in her billary system & something growing on her liver . One of th... | Hi and welcome to HCM,thank you for your query.it sounds like this is liver abscess or colangitis which is not rare complication of gallbaldder removal. i am not sure what patogene are you talking about but whatever it is it necessiate aggressive antibiotic treatment or surgery if this isnt helpful since it may lead t... | |
Why is my platelet count at 60000 - 70000 when ITP results are negative?
My platelet stable at 60000 to 70000 and not increase . It s dangerous Dr.sugges me it s normal according your body And he suggest me ITP report but PURPURA not seen anyware on my body. Dr.told me your ITP is already normal Pls suggest me what to... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Low platelets count is one of the manifestations of lupus and in the right sense it is the secondary ITP associated with lupus. Normal platelet count is more than 1.5 lacs but no bleeding occurs in normal conditions until it ... | |
What could cause constant cough with no help from antihistamines?
My 14 year old daughter has had a cough since August she coughs mainly at night and in the morning but seems fine during the day, I took her to the docter last week they gave her a chest x ray and all clear gave her Anti histamine for one week she is st... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Night time coughing in 14 year old patient is commonly seen with allergy. I don't think it is due to singing in chorus. In my opinion, you should take her to pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (pulmon... | |
Q. What can be done for fever of 101 with green color vomitings in a baby?
Hi doctor, My kid is 4 years old (baby girl) and weighs around 14 kg. She has fever of 101 from last evening followed by vomitings and motions. She is vomiting green color fluid and passing stool of same color, we have given her Calpol 250 mg 4... | Hello. Based on your history, I can suggest please go to pediatrician urgently. May be need to do abdominal sonogram because green color vomiting is unsual in 4 years old children, sometimes there may be lying some intestine problem like obstruction. I am not making you scared but informing you regarding possible urgen... | |
Suggest medication for pain noticed in lower back
I've had pain in my lower back on the right side for 2 months. At first, my doctor treated it as muscular, but the pain has not gone away & at times has increased in intensity. If I sit for too long or stand for too long, the pain will radiate thru my hip & down my leg... | HIWell come to HCMThe pain that is being described here may not be due to the renal pathology or calculi but this could be due to the muscular problem and may be spinal degenerative disease would be the cause, in my opinion this can be treated with Tab Diclofenac 50 mg and Tab Chlorzoxazone, Tab Acetaminophen once in d... | |
Should I be worried about skin flaps coming of after teeth extraction?
I had several teeth extracted on November 20th in prep for a denture. I'm now experiencing large flaps of skin coming off the extraction sites, pain, and lots of sharp bony pieces cutting into my tongue, gums and inside cheeks as well as causing my... | Hello and welcome.Thanks for sharing your concern.Since you have got multiple extractions done in your jaw therefore you are experiencing open flaps in the jaw.It is best to see your dentist and get them sutured(stitched).This will not only enhance healing but reduce interferences.Even the bony spicules which are irreg... | |
Why am I suddenly walking with short steps and having balancing problems?
I m taking short steps when walking which is my first clue. Balance is also starting to get poor. I ve always beet very active, ran track in HS, busy working as a traveling sale engineer outdoor activities, boating, fishing, golf, hunting, garde... | Hi at the age of 75 yrs short steps with balance problems could be due to-Parkinson diseaseNPH manifestationsBtain infarcts You are advised MRI Brain and to consult neurologist.Thanks | |
Q. Why are there dizziness, nausea, and vomiting after taking Stamlo 5 mg for BP?
Hello doctor, I have a blood pressure of 130/80 presently. Earlier I had a BP of 160/96 after which I started taking Stamlo 5 once per day on doctors advice. However, in between, I had dizziness, nausea, and vomiting due to which I met a... | Hi. I can well understand your worries. I have reviewed your query details. If all the side effects are just due to overdosage of Amlodipine (brand name Stamlo 5 mg) then better is to take 2.5 mg (taking a half dose). If the problem resolves, it is fine. If not, then we can go for other medications. My personal opinion... | |
What causes pain in left side of the body?
I am a 62 year old female. my left side started hurting on Monday, very sharp pain. By Tuesday, the pain was going down my left leg, I could barely bend over. I had an x-ray, blood work, and a urine test, and a cat scan. I was told by the er doctor that all the tests were nor... | Dear Sir/MadamI have gone through your query and read your symptoms.In my opinion, the pattern of pain you describe comes from spine following disc prolapse and nerve compression, if gets relieved by rest and aggregated by motion and coughing, usually an MRI of the LS spine is now a days gold standard to rule out these... | |
What can be done for golf ball size lump at end of spine?
After a severe bout of constipation following total knee surgery (14 days) I took several extreme laxatives to relieve this and had a severe blow out. Since then when I lie on my back I feel a golf ball size lump at the end of my spine. It is not painful but tr... | I think it would be appropriate to get an mri of the spine and a usg of the part that you feel has this ball like sensation.There are 2 possibilities for which I have suggested the tests.One is a nerve/spine damage that may be ruled out by testing an MRI of the lumbosacral spine. The more probable possibility is that y... | |
What is the remedy for constipation in babies?
My Baby boy is 4 months old now. I started giving him cerelac (wheat) from last week. He is having constipation problem. He is passing stool only on alternate days and he is crying while going. His stool is in green color from almost 1 n half month. What should i do for t... | Brief answer :Its normal. Detailed answer :Hi, welcome to HCM. Your child is passing stools every alternate day and is crying during defecation. This is a normal thing, a baby may pass 5 to 6 stools in a day or may pass stool once in two days. In my opinion, you should give a prebiotic like enterogermina ampule once a ... | |
Suggest remedy to prevent growth of red birthmark in infant
My one month old daughter has lymphangioma and a red birthmark-like on the site of the swelling. There was no red mark on her ear and theres no swelling on her lower right ear when she came out but a week later the mark appeared and the week after the swellin... | Hi...by what you quote this seems to be a capillary hemangioma. Skin conditions are best diagnosed only after seeing directly. I suggest you to upload photographs of the same on this website, so that I can guide you scientifically. Usually if it is rapidly increasing in size then it can got the risk of getting ulcerate... | |
Suggest remedy for cough with phlegm & fever
I was diagnosed with pneumonia on 5/14/14 and took an anti-biotic of sulfamethoxazole-tmp dis for 10 days . During which time my 101 degree temp went down to normal and my coughing up yellow phlegm stopped also. Now since 6/13/14 I am again coughing up yellow phlegm and hav... | Yes you should repeat your chest xray and see whether the pneumonia has gone. If the pneumonia still persists then it must be feature of tuberculosis. And you also need to do sputum studies to confirm or rule out tuberculosis | |
Can natural medicine like Essiac shrink pituitary tumor?
I have a pitutary tumor that causes increase in prolactin . The medicine I take is unbearable. I have been taing it for 8 years now, & i was wondering if natural medicine like essiac can help shrink the tumor. I have read numerous testimonials online & I don t k... | Hallo, Essiac called as Flor Essence is an herbal tea promoted as an dietary supplement and not to show any proof of effectiveness. There is no scientific evidence to show that essiac can treat, prevent, or cure cancer or any other serious illness in humans. Essiac is a mixture of roots, bark and leaves that you boil t... | |
What causes stiffness and discomfort behind the left knee?
I have discomfort in the back my left knee making it difficult to sleep. I have been experiencing some stiffness in my leg muscles of late. Today I was active (golf, mowing the lawn) and this level of nighttime discomfort is unusual. I usually can sleep throug... | Hi, Consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. It can be early signs of arthritis. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What does widal test result, "TH: positive, TO: positive" indicate?
my widal test results are TH : POSITIVE 1:50 TO: POSITIVE 1:50 AH :NEGATIVE 1:25 BH :NEGATIVE 1:25WHETHER I HAVE TYPHOID FEVER OR NOT | While interpreting the WIDAL test, it is important to know the significant titre. The significant titres are as follow:H antigen i.e. TH : 1:200O antigen i.e. TO : 1:100Paratyphi A flagellar antigen i.e. AH : 1:200Paratyphi B flagellar antigen i.e. BH : 1:200Your titres for Salmonella typhi H and O antigens are signifi... | |
Should I be worried of being pregnant when periods are delayed?
Hi, My period is about 13 days late. I had sex about 23 days ago, protected and we're certain the condom didn't break. I've taken two home pregnancy tests too and both returned negative. I've had noises and movement in my stomach in the mornings, similar ... | Hi, if your pregnancy test is negative, it is very unlikely that you are pregnant. So, you can take some medicines to get your periods. Sometimes it can happen due to stress. So don't worry. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Dr khushboo |
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