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What treatment to take for tailbone pain?
i slipped and fell about a 2yrs ago i hit my tailbone and twisted my left leg in an abnormal way i still have moderate pain in my tailbone when i apply presure such as sitting or havinga bowel movement. also i have pain from my knee to my ankle is it normal ? and how can i fix... | Hello, You may be suffering from coccydynia often improves over a few weeks or months. Avoid prolonged sitting whenever possible – try to stand up and walk around regularly, leaning forward while seated may also help. Wear loose-fitting clothes – avoid clothing such as tight jeans or trousers that may put pressure on y... | |
Could salty taste in mouth be a symptom of kidney problem?
I am in the process of being diagnosed with a kidney problem as my right kidney is not draining properly and becomes quite distended causing a lot of discomfort. I have, in the last couple of days started having a salty taste in my mouth and wondered if this c... | hai,there is no such condition like salty taste in kidney impairment.But because of impairment in the kidney will increase the ammonia and other byproduct like urea,creatinine in the blood.that may cause some taste sensation (metalic taste) in the tongue.if you are expressing that taste change(metallic taste) in the w... | |
How to treat gas and runny stool in a 3 months old child?
MMy baby is 3 month old. She is gassy. Has runny stools almost after every feed. The stools are greenish. The doctor prescribed lanzol junior.1/2 tablet diluted in 10 ml water once a day. Does it have side effect and is this right thing for my baby's situation. | stool after feed is normal in infants. this is called gastrocolic reflex. baby is gaining weigh and his development is appropriate for age. i think she need not any medication | |
Suggest remedy for mental health problem
Hi, Two nights ago I had a panic attack. Probably the worst attack I have ever had. I ve had panic attacks in the past, but this was the first time where I felt a tingling sensation throughout my body and face. It felt the same as when your leg or arm falls asleep. Since that n... | thanks for your query, In my opinion, if you had panic attacks in past and the last two episodes are also the same except that they were in the night and that these episodes were associated with tingling sensation and there were no other symptoms , then you need not to do anything special. wait for some time, practice ... | |
Which time of my cycle should i have sex to become pregnant?
Dr. i have been married 4 months before and having sex regularly. we both of us same blood group is A+ does the same blood group affect the pregnancy. or whats a good time of sex for pregnancy. Please suggest Dr. We are not doing sex in a monthly period time... | Hi, Thanks for using HCM.Fertile period in a cycle of 28 day duration is from 10th day to 18th day.Usually ovulation happens 14 days prior to your next cycle. So difficult to predict exact day of ovulation. If you have regular cycle plan to have intercourse around day of ovulation.Your cervical mucous changes during yo... | |
What causes high BP and blood from nose when suffering from cancer?
I m a cancer patient whose has a maestectomy and currently under chemotherapy treatment. I ve had my fifth chemo session on April 4th. Almost a week later, after receiving upsetting news, I started suffering from abnormally high blood pressure 167/115... | Thanks for your question on HCM. In my opinion your epistaxis (bleeding from nose) can be due to untreated hypertension. And not due to malignancy. Front most part of nose is having reach blood supply and capillaries are very fragile to high blood pressure. So they can easily break and cause bleeding.So control of hy... | |
Suffering from testicular cancer with metastasis to lungs and brain. Paralyzed due to brain bleeding. Had brain radiation. Will the pain get worse?
My son has been battling cancer for 2-1/2 years. Started with testicular cancer , mets went to lung and then brain. In may of this year he had a brain met to bleed which c... | Hi, the increase in pain intensity on and off is likely due to disease progression. But what he needs is good supportive care including analgesics of morphine group. I feel in his situation, chemotherapy is less likely possible. Please meet your palliative care doctor and we can put him on patient adjusted analgesia pu... | |
I suffer from depression, please explain what is going on ?
I am 17 years old I highly believe I suffer from depression. I am constantly sad and at times I can't even go out in public because I begin to cry and cannot stop it. Before my monthly cycle I begin to get excessively sad, I have nightmares and wake up very a... | Hi Kelly. I can fully understand the way u feel before your monthly cycle because i feel exactly the same way. its terrible. i cry for no reason at all, am jittery, edgy, sad all the time. and this happens to me as much as 7 day before my periods. but as soon as my periods satrt i start to feel better. sometimes i take... | |
How to cure the symptoms like : depression, anxiety, agitation, tearfulness?
My boyfriend has been on antidepressants for 17 years. He started with Prozac for a few years and it worked until he got off of them. When he tried to get back on it, it didn t work so he was given Zoloft. Zoloft worked for a few more years u... | HiThanks for using healthcare magicThe symptoms, you have mentioned, are more towards recurrent depressive disorder and in that case, he needs combination of antidepressant. I would suggest you venlafaxine with mirtazapine. It would help to control depressive symptoms and sleep disturbance. I don't think, he needs mood... | |
Suggest ways to reduce complications caused due to liver cirrhosis encephalopathy
liver cirrohsisHello, i am muhieddin from lebanon. I have a problem!!! my father has a liver cirrohsis encephalopathy, and his health condition become worse but still there is no complications like ascitis or bleeding just confusion or ... | Thanks for asking question.Your patient having cirrhosis with encephalopathy.Neomycin or rifaximine like drug can be used.Yes in cirrhosis with portal hypertension TIPSS shunt can be placed.Best treatment is liver transplantation.HLA matched liver needed.Meanwhile if variceal bleed occur banding applied.Take less fatty... | |
Q. I experience slight ear pain and tinnitus for the past one week. Is it due to wax formation?
Hello doctor, I have been experiencing ongoing war popping sensations as if I have gotten off a plane for the last two months. For the last few weeks, I have experienced slight ear pain and symptoms of tinnitus. I have trie... | Hi. I could not understand what is the point of removing wax here without observing the ear canal. Please get it very clear, your eustachian tube (tube connecting the backside of the nose and middle ear) is blocked and some maneuver (Valsalva maneuver) under supervision will surely help. What you can try at home is tak... | |
Suggest treatment for itchiness and pain in the breast
I have painful irritation inbetween my breasts. It itches very much and i acratch in my sleep and bleed it burns i think from the broken skin but it feels like fiberglass in there. Been happening off and on for about 3 to 4 months. I am not breast feeding. Do you ... | You need to check your Bra/Undergarment for size as well as material used. Sometimes excessive sweat or tightness leads to irritation. Make sure your skin is nourished and not dry. If it doesn't help or find pain/lump in breast, consultat gynaecologist. | |
Suggest treatment for arrhythmia
My wife recently started propafenone 325mg she also suffers from early stage alzheimer s. She is experiencing increased memory problems accompanied with more confusion. She has been on 325mg 3 days, before she was taking 225 but her arrhythmia was occurring 67% of the time. What antiar... | Hi There After going through your query I understand your concern. I would like to tell you that Propafenone has a tendency to cause arrhythmia and can be the reason of new onset of arrhythmia. Arrhythmia can be controlled by changing the dose of propafenone to 225 or to start another alternative drug.Its highly recomm... | |
What causes rash on left shoulder area and a lump like feeling in middle of collarbone?
I have a rash on my left shoulder area and a gel feeling lump at the middle of my collarbone. I had Rotator Cuff Surgery on my right shoulder on 11/4. I have a strong history of cancer. Lung cancer in 2002 and bladder cancer in ... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.You have rash on shoulder and lump in middle of collarbone with family history of lung and bladder cancer. Your lump may be enlarged lymph node due to reactive hyperplasia, tuberculosis, lymphoma or metastatic carcinoma or you may have some soft ... | |
Have tailbone pain and painful bump on buttock cheek. What could it be?
A few days ago, I noticed that my tailbone was starting to hurt, which was weird because I haven't fallen or hurt it at all. Today I noticed in addition to the tailbone pain, there is also a painful bump on my left butt cheek. It hurts to sit as w... | Hello and welcome to HCM,Tail bone pain can be due to musculoskeletal pathology.Stress or strain in the muscles of the back can cause such localized pain.A CT or MRI of the backbone is required to look for any lesion of the bone or the surrounding muscles.A painful bump on the buttock is commonly due to folliculitis or... | |
Is curled rib cage post gall bladder removal a serious problem?
Hello, Firstly I would like to say I have been in and out of seeing my doctor and having testing done. In 2008 I had my gallbladder removed. Afterwards, I still had to watch what foods I ate. I am also lactose intolerant after I had my daughter in 1995. I... | HIThank for asking to HCMYou really seems to have multiple medical conditions and you became too much conscious and so why you are having different thoughts about that, nothing is serious here, I suggest you to follow the medical instruction must have been given to you, keep your stress level low, It does not look any ... | |
Q. Please suggest a good medicine to increase penis size and stamina.
Hello doctor, I am a 27 year old male. Is there any medicine for penis enlargement because my penis is very small. Also, I am feeling sex mood but my penis is not getting hard until I use my hand with some shakes. Then slowly, it gets strong. Due to... | Hello. For providing you the proper treatment, I need to know the answers to the following questions: a) Persistent low mood? b) Loss of interest in work? c) Low energy? d) Lack of concentration? e) Disturbed sleep? f) Ideas of hopelessness, helplessness, guilt or suicide? g) Change in appetite? h) Headache, forgetfuln... | |
Why am I having pain in my pelvic area?
I am having a lot of pain in my pelvic/groin area. Especially when I lift my feet up such as walking - it doesn t hurt when I stand still. It also will pop and crack which is painful as well. I cracked my pelvic bone during the delivery of my last child 13 yrs ago - could I have... | Hello, It could be a musculoskeletal pain or pulled ligaments.As a first line management you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedic and plan for an MRI scan. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regard... | |
Q. Please explain the signs and symptoms of colic.
Hello doctor, Kindly tell me the following: 1. What is colic? 2. What are the signs and symptoms? 3. What are the causes? 4. What are the remedies? With experience, kindly tell how parents can deal with colicky babies. | Hi. Colic is abdominal discomfort or pain mostly seen in the evening in bottle-fed babies. A consolable cry which improves with particular positioning of the infant. Most of the time, the cause is not known. Mostly associated with formula feed, improper burping practices. No exact treatment remedies are available. Posi... | |
What causes pain in leg daily morning?
i m felling to much pain in my leg every day at morning ........ after few hours it gone .... i can walk.. but next day it again start ..... i m suffering this kind pain last few year .... no any kind pain killer works during pain ......... what i do now ...... pl. help me...... | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The pain in the legs in the morning can be related to rheumatoid arthritis. It can also be related to muscle tightness. I suggest to do a rheumatoid factor level for further evaluation .Meanwhile, I suggest using a muscle relaxant such as Baclofen three tim... | |
Had dizziness, lost feeling in legs, tremors, nervous breakdown. Lost job, had miscarriage. Suggestions?
I first started having symptoms in 2006, went to the doctors all the time and after a year they said I had POTS, dizziness , nausea from time to time, I couldn t do physical activities anymore. A jog or bike ride w... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.It is really unfortunate that you are suffering and in addition, have lost your job too.In your case, a diagnosis has not been made yet, and that should be the first priority.Looking at your history of problems coming and getting better and relapsing again, we need to rule out multip... | |
What causes heart heaviness, respiratory problems and throat infections?
hi im 31year old having thyroide problem im taking medicine but recently iam facing heaviness in my heart respiratory problem along with that if i eat any sour things immediately i feel difficult in talking my throat completely infected please he... | Hello,Take tablet Azithromycin. It may be due to infection.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Siva Kumar Reddy | |
Q. Is it possible to go on for years without knowing I am HIV positive?
Hi doctor, I am a male. I had unprotected vaginal sex single exposure with a girl. Nine months later, I found she is HIV positive. My question: I have read that after a certain window period time (three months after getting negative) is conclusive... | Hi. For this question, it is based on the test you do. HIV enters the body on day-0, and goes to the nearest lymph node and starts replication by day-7. This is when, p24 antigens (core proteins of HIV virus) get detected and in turn, the body starts defense and produces HIV antibodies, and these get tested positive in... | |
What causes muscle pain and weekness in knees?
recent creatine kinase test was 199, 10 points over the norm, we did this test because of some muscle pain and cramps that last for days and weakness in the thighs, knees, and calfs. is 10 pts over something to worry about? I have been diagnosed with fm, cfs, and taking s... | hi,as mentioned by you for the pain and the creatinine levels may be you will be consuming more medicines which has lead to the increase in the levels of the creatinine. Also, by performing exercises for the like - core stability, pelvic floor Strengthening, spine Strengthening, etc will help improve the pains. under t... | |
Suggest treatment for Parkinson s disease and anxiety disorder
I was given an injection of Haloperidol by the hospital instead of giving my tablet of Klonipin 0.5 mg for anxiety and panic attacks. Was my life in danger? I have Parkinson s Disease which I take Carbidopa/Levodopa-you should receive this drug if you take... | Hii... Levodopa sometimes produce some pschiatric symptoms. Don't worry.As Haloperidol itself cause idiopathic Parkinson's like picture you might switch to a 2nd generation antipsychotic which has low EPS potential like Quitiapine.Consult your psychiatrist . Take care. | |
How can I confirm the paternity of my unborn child?
Hello there I have a question on when I got pregnant as I am worried and for peace of mind would like to ask I have a partner in February ...ended around the 12th I got my period on March 6 for about 3 to 4 days with bleeding, seemed like a normal period I got pregna... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The only sure way to confirm paternity is DNA test. The pregnancy age that comes from ultrasound is very accurate and it is the same with LMP you report. The age of pregnancy can't be evaluated correctly by eyes. Hope I have ... | |
What causes a bruise on the face after tooth extraction?
My boyfriend had some dental extractions on Thursday. Novacaine was used yesterday he looked like he had a black eye, today the bruise is spreading down his face all the way past his mouth he is 74yrs old and has a very weak heart with a defibrillator. Could be ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.It looks like Hematoma due to the Novocaine injection that might have penetrated deep into Pterygoid plexus of veins or might have pierced any other blood vessel. So, my suggestion is to consult an Oral Surgeon and get evaluate... | |
Diagnosed Hepatomegaly with fatty changes. What could be the reason? Any food habits to avoid?
Hi Sir, i am Non Alcoholic, And Non Smoking Age 38 Years Weight 89Kg Height 5. 10 iam Suffering With some stomach problem for last one month. Today I Had Been Diagnosed As HEPATOMEGALY WITH FATTLY CHANGES GRADE- 1 . Kindly a... | Hello, zee, I am glad to know that you don't drink. That is the number one cause for liver damage in the western hemisphere. You mention that you have been diagnosed to have enlarged liver and fatty changes, probably based on ultrasound examination. You are probably about ten pounds overweight considering your height. ... | |
How safe is taking Myteka tablets for chest congestion?
Hi.my son is 1.10yrs n when he was 2month old he suffered chest conjetion. Last winter he again had chest problem. N my winter went pathetic. Then a doctor suggest myteka sachets 4mg. He is taking myteka from 4 months.he is fine .now winter is coming again.n I m ... | hi...your child may be suffering from either just a viral illness during winter or episodic wheezer triggered by winter season. myteka helps if your child has wheezing problem. if it is just viral illness which is common during the winter, myteka doesn't help much.keep the child warm and avoid contact of child with ot... | |
What treatment can be taken for pain in the body parts after the cervical compression in an accident ?
I MET Accident in 2009 sep at that time in my cervical C 3,C 4,C 5,C 6 mildly compressed due to that i getting pain in the upper limb ,neck & upper half of chest and some times pain spreading to different parts like ... | Well come to health care magic. The best treatment for this is physiotherapy.you have to do neck exercises everyday and avoid using a thck pillow.best to consult a physiotherapist. | |
Suggest treatment for fainting after standing for long time
My 15 yr old son is dreading a choir concert because he is afraid he will faint. He fainted last year while standing on a hot day as a groomsman for his brother s wedding. What can he do to avoid fainting again while standing for a long time? He is otherwise ... | Hi,I just read through your question. The most common reason for fainting is poor hydration. It is likely that he fainted last time because the heat caused mild dehydration. The heat won't be a factor this time. Between that and a little extra hydration with oral fluids this time, he won't have a problem.Hope I have an... | |
What could cause pain in penis and testis relieved after masturbation?
sir i got pain in my penis & testis from last 10 years & for controling it i must do mastribution after mastribute i felt better but it is very painfill i consernd it with many doctors but cant get good treatment my reports are almost clear but i a... | Hi, You need to make sure your testosterone are normal. Masturbation won't decrease the sperm count, doing a sperm complete can help diagnose the cause. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. S. R. Raveendran, Sexologist | |
What does beige color stool indicate?
My 20 month old has had 2 diapers with tan/beige colored stools. She hasn't had much of an appetite the last few days....stomach bug going around and we think she has had a little touch of it. So we haven't given her much milk. She usually drinks 15-20 oz a day with a little juice... | Hello,Thankyou for your question.Since only change of colour can occur due to decreased diet or having some medicines .If he is not getting stomach ache,continuous crying or fever then it is not worrysome symptom.But if he gets other symptoms as mentioned above then get a stool test done and discuss with the doctor.Re... | |
What causes pain regularly in feet especially during night?
My 10 year old son complains of pain regularly in his feet... especially at night. Now he has started complaining of weekness in his legs and pain in his knees... He needs to rest for a few minutes during his games... there is no visible swelling in his feet. | This may be an initial sign of muscular dystrophy.Child requires complete evaluation of neuromuscular system.If there is a family history of the same complaints in other male members it further supports the diagnosis. | |
Would intake of anesthesia cause cough?
I had general anesthesia about a month ago and since then have had a cough that is getting slowly worse. I wheeze when I lie doen and it sounds like musical notes are coming out of my chest. It is worse at night. Todasy during the afternoon it was very bad and I kept getting a m... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, anesthetic drugs can cause similar symptoms. Actually these drugs can cause bronchitis. And bronchitis can cause wheezing, cough etc. Do better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (pulm... | |
What could be the recurring little, red dots on penis glands?
Hi dr. I seem to every now and then get these tiny little red dots on my penis glans, no burning, and it isn t sore to the touch, they normally seem to subside after a few days. I have also noticed that they tend to show up after sex or condom use. What cou... | Thank you for query.these may be due to fungal or viral infection like herpes.please consult the doctor for diagnosis and treatment.You can get back to me for any clarifications with the photos.Dr Bharatesh D Basti Dermatologist and Venereologist | |
I have this toilet phobia, please give your suggestion
Hi i m a guy 21yrs old. I have this toilet phobia , since from my childhood. and now i cant leave this fear.I will go to toilet all the time when i m going outside. Because of this fear i m backing up in all, i m not moving out often. I fear that i may not find a ... | Hi, I can understand what disturbaces u might be facing in ur daily routine.Hey I want to know that is u have fear of going to toilet or u have fear of getting contaminated in public toilet.If u have fear of toilet u will avoid going it but u mentioned here u go to it repeatedly.Considering ur fear,avoidance to go out ... | |
Can shakiness, tingling and burning skin mean recurred Sjogren s syndrome?
i have sjogren s syndromme and have been suffering with shakinss, weak, tingling, burning skin, trouble walking sometimes. hav had sjoren s for 30 years and it wasn t bad at all just dryness. now i movedfrom fl to boone nc this year and everyth... | Hello ,Welcome to the HCM.Since there is no cure of Sjogrens syndrome,and it has been 30 years you are suffering from this disease so apart from causing dry eyes ,dry mouth ,it can also cause arthritis,which may need (NSAIDS). Some medicines for example immune suppressing and increasing production of saliva (pilocarpin... | |
Unusual pigmentation in gums, sore cheeks, taking pain medication for ME and fibromyalgia. Anything to worry about?
I attended a maxillofacial consultation requested by my dentist . I attended and following examining my mouth I was told I have unusual pigmentation in my gums and the inside of my cheeks. The doc took b... | hi as per the information provided by you and the history of Fibromyalgia the sore mouth is the symptom of this only. Fibromyalgia patients usually feel these symptoms as heightened pain in response to tactile pressure , tingling of the skin and unusual pigmentation patterns on skin and mucus membranes. you need not ... | |
History of cancelling IVF treatment due to general infection in uterus. Have TB. Advised IVF after curing the infection. Right advice?
I have gone trough the test of mycobacterium tuberculosis . Report shows that i have general infection in uterus apart from tubuerculosis...we have to cancell our IVF treatment bec... | hi,it is sad to know that you got tuberculosis, however you can completely get cured of TB by full and correct treatment. you also have general infection of uterus, which has to be cured first because, if this is not treated, implantation of zygote will suffer, hence as your doctor rightly said, even i would advice the... | |
What causes continuous back pain and frequent urination?
I have had a continuous back pain since August. I have had a few urine tests. They diagnosed me with a UTI about 4 weeks ago. The pain has continued to get worse, I have had frequent urination, and sometimes my back will hurt when I pee. Another visit to the doc... | Hi,It seems that you might be having chronic urinary tract infection with resistant bacteria.go for urine routine and culture sensitivity test to know type of organisms and antibiotic working against these organisms.After report go for specific antibiotic medicine course for long time.If require go for ultra sound of a... | |
How to stop hair loss caused by sweating?
i have a lot of hair fall due to sweating and shedding from past 6 yrs and i find that my hair is not regrowing again i have tried to use all typers of oils and shampoo s but no use how to stop sweating on my head most of my hair falls due to sweat and in a day am loosing more... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your case history of hairfall, my treatment advice is - 1. Apply a pure coconut oil for routine use. 2. Take good nutritious diet full of green leafy vegetables and milk. 3. Take an iron supplement and vitamin B12 supp... | |
What causes fever,vertigo and stomach pain?
what is the normal range of urin pus cells in women? before 4 month ago i was suffring fiver and small vertigo and stomach pain.and this is contineuing.and erelier apendicytice was removed in year of 2006 after operation i m not feel better .and suffring contineully, | Thanks to HCMI can understand your concern I would like to know does you have any burning sensation in urine or not but presence of pus cell not only indicate the infection ,even without pus cells also there may be infection so I would like to suggest you undergo once culture of urine as well as blood which shows the c... | |
Suggest treatment for fever , cold and chills
Saturday, I got the chills very bad, took my temp and it was 101.5. I was vomiting and sleeping a lot, felt super cold (even though I wasn t) all day. Was not as bad, but still sick on Sunday and did not shower. On Monday, today, I felt 100% fine, but when I went to take a... | With the fever, chills, and the swollen red foot, I would be very concerned about the possibility of cellulitis, an infection in the skin. Your body has been stressed from this, and that is why you developed cold sores, which are caused by a virus that becomes activated when your immune system is under stress from infe... | |
Liver cancer, weight loss, gas. High calorie vegetarian food?
My relative is suffering from Liver cancer and is undergoing Chemo for about 3 months. He has lost about 18 lbs in 3 months and a constant challenge is to provide him foods that are high in calories to give him energy and low in sugar (for cancer) that is v... | Understand that no diet is harmful for cancer. i dont understand why low sugar diet is being given when he is not diabetic. Sugar has nothing to do with cancer, it is restricted only in diabetics. If he not a diabetic best think would be to give plenty of home made fruit juices with milk and glucose added to it. Glucos... | |
Why I am not getting periods though pregnancy test is negative?
I got off the pill 6 months ago. My period is 11 days late but I've taken 3 pregnancy tests that were negative. I had minimal spotting a week after my period was due. My periods have always been very regular and I've never spotted before. Should I be conc... | Hi , Nothing to be worried about.It may be an incidental cycle where yo did not ovulate. If pregnancy is ruled out, you can meet a gynecologist for hormone pills for withdrawal bleeding. Rule out causes for no ovulation. Have you put on weight ? Have blood test- Thyroid profile , Serum Prolactin, if all normal next cyc... | |
How can a toe blister causing callus and cuts be healed?
My son had a blister on his big toe about 4 weeks ago. Since the blister has popped we have been unable to get his skin back to normal. He s had 3 deep cuts on his tiny big toe and the skin feels very rough like a callus. A couple of the cuts look fairly deep. W... | Dear Sir/MadamI have gone through your query and read your symptoms.In my opinion, you should be concerned and need to consult a ortho doctor early, as only by seeing the condition one can judge the magnitude of problem and thus provide you with appropriate solution.I hope that answers your query. If you want any more ... | |
Is low fever post mild head injury a cause for concern?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...HI. My two year old was standing in the bathroom last night and shifted his weight so that his feet suddenly went out from under him. As he went down, he hit the back of his head on th... | fever is nonspecific reaction following trauma. it is not due to infection in short duration of time. it is due to inflammation. so no need to worry about fever. | |
Sharp lower back pain. Tried icing it, extremely sensitive to cold. Cure for pain?
Hi, last night while laying in bed i experienced a very sharp sudden pain at the very top of my buttocks/base of the spine . The resulting ache has now lasted 11 hours and is incredibly sensitive to cold (i tried placing ice on it to so... | hi, welcome to hcm, you might be experiencing muscular spasms which could be due to reasons like 1.sleeping position 2.sitting position 3. if pain is going to the lower side of the stomach then we need to rule out a urine infection 4. if the pain is going to the legs with numbness then you need to rule out sciatica, s... | |
Should I be concerned about the varicose veins under the right arm?
I recently had a baby 7 days ago and have a history of varicose veins with a superficial blood clot. Last night I think I found some under both armpits. The one under the left arm seems to be getting smaller, the one under the right is not and is caus... | Yes there is a need to concern as you are having past history of varicose veins and clotting.. after pregnancy and delivery coagulation status of the body alters.. so visit doctor as soon as you can. | |
Suggest treatment for extreme pain after tooth extraction
I had a tooth pulled last monday and it was pretty complicated. I had some pain, and I took some of the pain meds that was prescribed to me but they made me very sick. Well closer to the end of the week called and left message due to pain getting worse. Have no... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The pain can be because of the inflamatory response to the bone cutting or trauma caused to the soft tissues. The sensitivity during the breathing or drinking is because of the exposure of the dentin of the adjacent tooth. It is not dry socket, dry socket occurs wit... | |
Took Novacaine shots for a filling, cheeks swollen significantly. What can I do ?
I went to the dentist yesterday to replace a filling. He gave me a few novacaine shots and noticed that my cheeked swelled up significantly which never happened before. I am home now almost 24 hours and while it has reduced, it still lo... | Hello,In such cases,you have to apply cold packs frequently .This usually reduces swelling.Take rest.Avoid anxiety.Please do visit a dentist if symptoms exists.Please do not irritate or impinge the area.Swelling subsides within 2-3 days.Hope this helps. | |
What are the symptoms of damage to the heart tissue or vessels?
hi my husband of 32 had a non penetrating chest trauma on his left side after cycling into a post 2 years ago,we went to a&e to check it out but they didnt seem to worry about it,even though no tests/xrays were done.shortly after he suffered repeated hear... | Hi NicolaI have gone through the details provided by you of your husband. Its quite unfortunate that no diagnosis has been made and still he is suffering. As he had a injury to the chest i would like to recommend CT scan of chest for him as we might be missing something which could show up in the test. That the only ho... | |
Suggest treatment for giddiness
HI , couple of days back , i felt like my head /body is revolving and that time i feel really unbalance type of my body and eyes also feel bit pain and blotting my view . is it also an affection of giddiness? or do i need to consult a doctor imm. tnx jay | HIWell come to HCMFirst of all your age and gender is great matters here which missed here, okay still I would guess this could be due to vestibular dysfunction condition some time self limiting if this is due to some viral infection of cold and allergic condition, if this does not come around then you really need to s... | |
Suggest treatment for neck pain.
suffering from neck pain.....suffering from neck pain.....suffering from neck pain.....suffering from neck pain.....suffering from neck pain.....suffering from neck pain.....suffering from neck pain.....suffering from neck pain.....suffering from neck pain..... | Hello, As a first line management you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. We have to rule out possible causes like cervical spondylitis. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
what does a swelling in the tonsil and gum indicate?
I can't work out if I h e a tooth abscess or tonsilitis. My tonsils are swollen on one side of my mouth and I feel generally unwell, the gum around my wisdom tooth is also slightly swollen I cannot tell what is causing the pain. I also can't decide whether to go to ... | Thanks for posting your query to HCM.I have gone through your history.For the gum swelling around wisdom tooth, you need to do warm saline gargles 3-4 times in a day. And visit a dentist for complete consultation.For tonsillitis, you should visit an ENT specialist for proper treatment.Meanwhile you can take Flozen AA o... | |
What does atypical mean in context of a myomectomy in a pregnancy?
43 years old had myomectomy on 9/29/10 size referred as 5 months pregnant. Just received results that it was atypical. When I asked what that meant she stated I need to be monitored every 6 months but could not answer when I asked what atypical means s... | HiI have gone through your description.bases on that i understood is ,there was a lesion in uterus corresponding to size of 5 months pregnant.they resected the lesion of myometriun so called myomectomy. The lesion sent for histopathology to know nature of lesion whether benign or malignant.the report might have mentio... | |
What causes vomiting after eating food?
Hi I have had mono for about two weeks now and most symptoms have slowly started to dissapear and now it seems like I can t have certain foods without just throwing them up and when I poop there is like this yellow remininse left on the tissue any help will be gladly appreciated | HelloWelcome to Health care magicYou are probably getting vomiting due to gastritis as a side effect to antibiotics.Take omeprazole domperidone combination once a day for 5 days.Take probiotics for growth of normal gut flora.Avoid hot spicy food or alcohol.Maintain adequate hydration.The side effect of antibiotics will... | |
What causes anal bleeding and kidney pains?
my father is almost 60 years old, he has high blood pressure and is on medication for it. just saturday we all went up to the cottage, sunday my father, my husband, and my brother inlaw carried a boat into the water, there was no moter, just padels. my father did most of the... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. the blood in the urine with kidney pain might be due to the kidney stone, i would recommend you to get his ultrasound kidney,ureter and bladder done along with complete urine exam to rule out renal stone and urinary infection... | |
What causes heaviness sensation in the chest area?
hi i am feeling heavyness on my heart, yesterday i ate cheese pasta, currently my left hand is strech and i feel that blood is passing in my body slowly slowly.... i took angesid in the afternoon it relif a little bit but still same feeling.. i am also taking blood pr... | Hello,When you eat something high in calories do consider your digestive symptoms as they may present as heavy heart feeling in which case you can take medicine like antacid and then check how much the symptoms improve, also you can get your blood pressure checked and one time at least ECG also to be on the safe side.H... | |
Suggest remedy for lumps in neck
i have a hard lump on left side of neck next to my throat that will not go away. dr. said my throat was swollen and put me on anti-biotics. didnt really help, she said my throat looked better but was still red and the lump is still here. it has been around 7 weeks now. what could it be | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have enlarged cervical lymphnode. It can be due to reactive hyperplasia, tuberculosis, lymphoma or metastatic carcinoma. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology or biopsy of that hard lump. It willt give you exact diagnosis. T... | |
What causes herniated disc and how can it be treated ?
I hqave 2 herniated disc with leg and arm pain and numbness . I am in really bad pain, what do you suggest ? | hi, greetings from healthcae magic, here is doctor answering your question.Thanks for askin this question. back ecercises by a wel rained physiotherapist.consult neurosurgoen. aslo ware belts | |
Fluid like feeling in lower abdomen and around appendix. All scans normal. What could it be ?
I have been having this odd fluid like feeling in my lower abdomen and around my appendix, I went to the ER, they did a CT scan , X-Ray , Ultrasound and blood work. They claimed I was fine, but my appendix looked odd. They cl... | Hello,When the radiological and blood test are normal then this may be due to constipation and gas collection.Absence of pain again indicates that there may be no pathology. | |
What could cause severe leg cramps especially at night?
I have terrible leg cramps at night, I have tried many suggested remedies....vinegar and honey, magnesium tables, TENS machine, topical ointments...the muscles in the right leg are in painful knots;the left leg has developed light tics. The bicep muscle in my lef... | Hello, As mentioned you have tried everything for the cramps, let me mention in this way, that the cramps are due to the cellular level physiological abnormalities in the sodium channels and due to the disruption of the same the cramps aren't stopping and none of the therapies is working for longer. As you been trying ... | |
I fell and landed on by left breast and is very painful. Treatment?
I fell flat out and landed on by left breast which took the full impact. Its very painful. The doctor didint think i had broken a rib but suggested the muscles have been damaged. Can you give me more info. I have also chipped my bone in the thumb and ... | due to muscle soreness you might experience pain for few more days.use ice packs 3/4 times a day with each session being roughly 10 min.dont do much left hand movements for few days.Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help | |
What medication is suggested for heart murmur?
my doctor told me i have sinus tach, poss POTS, AORTIC INSUF. I AM ON TOPROLXL 100MG TWICE A DAY. I HAVE CHEST PAIN AND MY DOCTOR SAID IT IS ATYPICAL NOT HEART RELAIED. IHAVE A HEART MURMUR THAT I HAVE BEEN TOLD IS A GRADE 4 WHAT DO I DO? I AM 56 YEARS OLD I WEIGH 125 AND... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Heart murmurs are sound coming from heart due to turbulent flow of blood. Normally blood flow in the heart don't make any sound. But when there is turbulence in the flow of blood (mostly due to valvular diseases), murmur is heard. Since you ar... | |
Burning pain and soreness due to bruising along spine and buttocks. Can it be connected to osteoarthritis of scoliosis?
5 days ago I slipped on an icy step and fell flat on my back.The next day i went to ER because i have existing back problems(bulging disc,degenerative disc disease, osteoarthritis, scoliosis) and was... | HIThank for asking to HCMLooking to you history it can be kind of muscular injury and does not seems any serious injury to spinal column, and this will get alright with help of some muscle relaxant and analgesic you can try this hope this will help you have nice day. | |
What to do for allergy?
my husband has a very bad allergy that we think was caused by contact with antifreeze(He is a Mechanic). The allergy is sparked by any emotional or physical shocks. He has just had a bad tummy bug which caused High fever. He has had this condition for about 30 years and occurs sporadically. Fac... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicThe swelling and rash are ,as mentioned, possibly due to allergies but to determine the exact cause he may want to consider allergy testing.It may or may not be related to the anti freeze. It is possible that there may be another cause that may be contributing.IF there is another so... | |
Cramps in the lower back before micturation. Cause?
Noticed when I have to pee I get like a crampy feeling in my lower back. What is that? | 1) it can be normal 2) There can be some reflux of urine from ureterovesical junction 3) You may be suffering from some small stone consult some urologist and get your self checked and investigated. | |
Suggest medicines for allergy like itching
I am having severe itching in several different places but no hives. I do have a long history of all kinds of allergies but mostly to drugs. I have not taken any new meds or come in contact with anything that I am aware of. I have tried different topical treatments, with only... | Hello.Thank you for asking at HCM.Since you are having itching without hives, the causes can be non0allergic, too. Most common causes are dry skin and micronutrient (vitamins & minerals) deficiencies but other causes can be also there like chronic liver disease, chronic kidney disease, thyroid disorders, some drugs, et... | |
Q. What is the reason for chest pain while sleeping?
Hello doctor, I am 26 years old and have pain in left side of left chest just below the tit. When I touch that place, I feel nothing and it is numb there. When I sleep by keeping the face up I feel someone is pressing my heart and feel pain. When I hold that place a... | Hello. Your symptoms do not seem to be related to any cardiac disorders. A lung disorder or acid reflux could be the cause of your complaints. For this reason, I recommend consulting with your attending physician and performing some tests. A chest X-ray study and pulmonary function tests, complete blood count, PCR, ESR... | |
How can bone deterioration with fractures be treated?
Ok I have Detearation of my bone,s in pain all the time never had a dr to help and im not interested in pain meds I no the pain I have pill want help I have neck pain cant turn my head had a fracter few years back that a start all so my shoulders have deterative th... | Hi and welcome to HCM. I believe you have osteoporosis, a condition , where the bones get brittle with age and are more prone to fractures. I would suggest that you get a bone density test done and also blood screening for VIT D, calcium levels and Rheumatoid arthritis . If not found within their normal limits, one can... | |
What are the risks of having single kidney?
HI My daughter aged 9 yrs having one kidney in left , we came to know in 2011 that by birth she has only one kidney which was working properly 100%, after till date we not did any check up or test , kindly advise whether we have to do any test for check and need to continue ... | hiMost people live normal and healthy lives with one kidney.If one kidney was damaged or removed during childhood - the remaining kidney will grow faster and become larger than normal.You should check kidney function test and simple urine test of your daughter every year. Blood pressure should also checked every year.M... | |
I want advice about sex changing
I'm a 14 year old boy and I've thought about having a sex change. For a while now the idea has been in my mind and I've started to feel strongly about it. THe thing is I haven't told anyone and I mean any one and I've been looking for advice and help. Could you help me? | 1. going through a sex change means distressing condition in mind:any parental disharmony, low self esteem, Psychological trauma or you think you are born in the wrong sex?? 2. sex change is kind of mutilation done to the body and moreover there are no concrete evidence of surgery success and nor any psychological ben... | |
How to get rid of back pain?
Hi. Age 46, 5'6", 150 lbs. History fibromyalgia, helped with Vitamin D. Back pain helped with nothing, only occurs when standing/walking. Bending over helps relieve it. MRI done 4 drs ago. Drs say beginning of compressed disc but shouldn't be causing pain. Pain has gotten worse since t... | Hi Welcome to HCM.I understand your concern.You seem to have refractory fibromyalgia which is causing you the symptoms.These symptoms usually do not resolve with standard analgesics and antinflammatory drugs.Drugs like Gabapentin and serotonin reuptake inhibitors will help to improve the symptoms.Transdermal or epidura... | |
Should susten shot frequency be increased during IVF to increase pregnancy chances?
hii doc.. i just went through IVF treatment. my embryo transfer was on 27th march. for progestrone i am taking 2 cyclogest vaginal tabs 400 mg each and a susten 100mg shot every 4th day. yesterday i got my progestrone levels checked an... | Hi.I do not think there is any harm in increasing the frequency of the susten shot as long as your doctor will continue to supervise you. If the hormones are insufficient, then sustaining the pregnancy becomes very difficult, so correction of hormone levels is very important.Best wishes. | |
Q. How does lack of sleep contribute to stroke?
Hello doctor, I would like to know the causes of stroke and its prevention. What are some of the causes of stroke? What are some signs and symptoms? How can you prevent a stroke? Could a lack of sleep or stress cause a stroke? Please suggest. | Hi. There are major risk factors for stroke such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, old age, smoking, alcohol, obesity, high cholesterol and family history of heart disease or stroke. Though there are many more rare causes of stroke. Common presentations are acute onset deviation of angle of the mouth, change in voice... | |
Shortness of breath, worse at night, chest pain, dizziness. What does this mean?
HivI am nabil.. I have experiences shortness of breath for 6 months. It is worsening at nights. It is episodic varied from 20 to 2 hrs for each episodes. Everyday I have about 2 to 3 attacks. Just 4 days ago I have very mild central chest... | i dont know your age if all tests are normal your heart is ok and ecg normal it is allergy initialy it starts like this and ultimately if neglected can increase in symptomps and time duration you can antiallergic singula 10 mg bd syp tossex 1/2 tsf hs syp gelusil i tsf bd you can continue as these have no side effects ... | |
How can a vaginal infection be treated?
Hi, i m a 19 year old girl and I think I have a yeast infection. I had got injured at one of my basketball games and had to get stitches. My doctor gave me antibitics to take so that I wouldn t get any infections. I took about 3 of the pills and then stopped taking them complete... | Hello,There is a possibility of infection in the wound due to incomplete antibiotics, improper cleaning or mopping of the wound, leading to make the area moist and damp, causing yeast infection.You need to keep the part clean and dry, apply Clometrozole ointment over the counter (not on open wound, to the itching part)... | |
Wisdom tooth extracted, itching in tongue, have a bacterial infection. Suggest?
Hi, I ve had a problem with the back right corner of my tongue itching since I had my wisdom teeth removed a few weeks ago. Before I had them out, I had a somewhat vicious bacterial infection in a similar area, but on the gum rather than t... | hello there, itching on the sides of the tongue can be due to sharp cuspal edges of the adjacent teeth if that is the reason you can ask your dentist for selective grinding of sharp edges. itching is also one of the side effects of local anesthetic solutions administered at the time of removal of wisdom tooth.talk to y... | |
How to treat mononucleosis?
My daughter is 23 and she met and started dating her first boyfriend on Sept 9th. Last monday she became very ill with mouth sores and thoat infection. This tuesday she was test for mono and it came back positive. She has lived a pretty sheltered life and I am wondering what the chances ... | HelloWelcome to HCM .Thanks for sharing your concern with us .Infectious mononucleosis spreads through saliva that is why it is known as kissing disease also .Sharing drinks and eating in same utensils with others also can cause as saliva can be passed . Once a person got this infection then virus remains in body for a... | |
Q. What can cause cough and running nose with green sputum following a headache?
Hi doctor, I have been coughing and having running nose, sputum is light green with a distinctive taste while spitting. All this started with a headache and bad binge. Kindly help me with the next course of action. | Hi. I have read your query. Regarding a cough and cold, it looks like you have acute pharyngitis. Take tablet Levocetirizine 5 mg once a day for a runny nose. It causes sleepiness in some people so you can take it before bedtime. But if a runny nose is troublesome you can take it soon. Take syrup Ambroxol 1 tablespoon ... | |
Suggest home remedy for severe allegic rhinitis with bad itching in ears
i have severe allergic rhinitis with very bad itching in ears which disrupts my work and makes me irritable it even awakens me from my deep sleep during night and hence i suffer from lack of sleep and its other side effects. what home remedies ar... | hi , in this medical age you should not think for home remedies rather you should try to treat the condition. your itching ear can be due to secretory otitis media and this might be aggravated due to allergic rhinitis, or it may be due to skin irritation or allergy, or some kind of dermatitis , so i think you should me... | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late ... | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they shou... | |
What is the treatment for acute bronchitis?
Good morning sir, mad merri Christmas to you and familly. My son is in ca. For school I am in ga. He was hospitalized two days ago just before his flight to come home .for breathing problem. He is diognised with accute bronchitis . What I should advise him to do so he can ge... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Acute bronchitis is mostly due to infection. So antibiotics are mainstay of treatment. Along with antibiotics, patient needs inhaled bronchodilators, inhaled corticosteroid (ICS), mucolytic and expectorant drugs. Antihistamines are also advis... | |
What causes painful lumps in labia minora?
I have about 4 lumps on the right side of my labia minora each containing small white dots. Nothing happens if I try to squeeze them. One of them is painful to touch (stings). Could this be herpes? If not, what else could it be. Please I am desperate to know. | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some sexualy transmitted infection or some benign cyst. You should consult gynecologist and go for examination. It will give you exact diagnosis. If needed go for biopsy of that lump. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hop... | |
What causes pain in lower right side of body?
Hi I have been having pain in my lower side, I also have had a metal taste in my mouth, this pain is sharp and it hurts when I get up or turn to the right or left I was wonder is it because I only have one kidney and low white cells my remaining kidney I have is on my righ... | Hi, You can go for an ultrasound scan and renal function test to assess the function of kidneys. As of now you can take analgesics like Tramadol for pain relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Suggest treatment for self punishment by cutting legs and hitting arms
My 15 year old daughter has been cutting her leg and now hitting her arms causing bruising. I don't know what to do. She says she will stop but it has been going on for about 8 months. She doesn't want to see a therapist. She says she is punishing ... | HiThanks for using healthcare magicI think, she has some depressive symptoms or impulsive disorder. In that case, she needs treatment with antidepressant and psychotherapy. Better to take her to a therapist as soon as possible or plan home visit. In case, you need further advise you can consult me.Thanks | |
Will Ovamit tablets help in conceiving?
hello doctor, i have been taken last month ova mit tablets ,and i got my period at dis month at right date i m quite happy for dis ,i m married girl since last 2 years ,we r tring for baby as well .i really want baby now,wil ova mit tablets help me for getting pregnency? | Hi, I think ovamit tablets will help you in conceiving. You can track your follicles growth by repeated ultrasound after taking the tablets. When follicles reach a size more than 17 to 18 mm, take injection for rupturing the follicles. Be in contact with your husband for 2 to 3 days after injection. Take progesteron... | |
What causes recurring sore on toe?
I have a recurring sore on my toe with clear sticky inside and sometimes blood. What could this be. I ve had it for about 4 months. It has never clearly went away. Once I get the clear liquid out it looks like it may go away and will fill back up at get big until I drain it. | Hello, It seems to be an infective process, may be fungal or pyogenic. Kindly send the fluid for microscopic examination & culture & sensitivity. Sterile dressing with antiseptic ointment should be done until the wound heals. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, D... | |
Why do I feel vertigo while walking or changing head position?
hello doc, i am 33 year old male , nowadays i am going through vertigo,whenever i change my head position in bed , or situp in bed ,or walk i feel vertigo,pls advice me what to do and thus is cause of concern ,let me brief u liitle more ,i used to have pro... | Hello,Your symptoms look like to be due to cervical spondylosis. Please get an XRay Neck, sr. Vit. D levels, sr. clacium and phosphorous levels.If there are even early cervical changes then you should ideally see an orthopedician and get the needed drugs. He would also teach you neck exercises which are to be done ever... | |
How to cure swelling of legs and ankles?
My daughter age 37 got swollen legs and ankles on Tuesday due to sun burn. Although swelling will go down overnight (but not totally) swelling comes back if she resumes normal activity like driving when legs are not elevated. She is being careful to stay hydrated and of course ... | well, prevention is better than cure. kinldy understand, if there is a weakness in the lower limbs than it ll lead to swelling and prolong standing may lead to DVT. have a check with a specialist for the same using the diagnostic procedures. you can workout with small exercise of ankle toe movements in the mean time. k... | |
Suggest treatment for lower back pain and testicle pain
hi I am 35 male and have some problem associated with Lower Back pain (mostly Lumbar) pelvic pain both the sides Higher Uric acid levels (>9) in addition i feel my genitals are moving inside, when i bend my penis completely moves inside, also slight pain in the ... | DEAR FRIEND YOU MAY HAVE PAIN IN GROIN (TESTICLES) AND LEGS DUE TO MINOR COMPRESSION OF NERVES AT SPINAL CORD AT LOWER BACK.... PHYSIOTHERAPY TREATMENT IS BEST FOR YOU ESPECIALLY IFT THERAPY, YOU CAN TAKE TRACTION ALSO.. IF BY TAKING TRACTION THERAPY, YOU ARE RECOVERING OR NOT, IF YES, CONTINUE WITH THAT OR STOP TAKING... | |
How to remove painful lump from armpit?
I got a lump under my right armpit that started to hurt about 2 weeks ago then pimple-like dots showed up all over my torso. They went away and recently came back except now theres 2 lumps under my right armpit and 4 under the left and they are very sensitive and painful | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have enlarged axillary lymphnodes. It can be due to reactive hyperplasia, tuberculosis, lymphoma or metastatic carcinoma. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology or biopsy of that lump. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then yo... | |
Suggest treatment for an infection in the stomach
my 5yr old daughter has been complaining of a sore stomach for long enough, but this morning she had very watery stool, and again tonight, now she has just gone to toilet again, just urine, but i noticed down the toilet, slimy bloody veiny clot looking thing. thank you | looks like she has dysentery give ORS START cefixime 4mg/kg/dose two doses a day for five days syrup give her zinc syrup for fourteen days give her probiotic | |
Suggest treatment for infection on the incision after hysterectomy
19 days post op with full abdominal hysterectomy and lymph node removal. Some staples were removed this past Friday, hopefully others this Friday the 25th. I have an infection along part of the incision line and have been on Keflex for about four days ... | Hello there,I am dr.milan an infectious disease specialist answering your question.For your case what i feel you is you may have infection which is acquired during hospital stay. So now you need to go for culture examination from that wound area specimen. THough antibiotic is running so might be culture comes negative,... | |
What causes raised temperature and headaches in child
Hi, my seven year old daughter has had a raised temperature (ranging from between 99 degrees, which I know is not technically a fever, but her behaviour changes accordingly, to 102) for part of each day for 16 days. She also has suffered headaches over the same per... | Your child seems to be suffering from a prolonged low grade fever and headache, which may be due to some infection or maybe a graver problem. first. It is better to look for common and less serious causes first. Is there any vomiting or difficulty in vision? A spinal fluid study may be a good idea. | |
What is the purpose of this medicine after undergoing angioplasty?
hello kindly guide krislow medicine is meant for which purposemy father has gone through angioplasty in aims he is advised krislow100 caposule to be taken daily after dinner, medicine is finished and we are not geeting the same from jammuemail id is Y... | hello, I have gone through your query.Thanks for using HCM.First of all let me tell you that after undergoing angioplasty one need to to continue certain medicines like aspirin,Clopidogrel and statin for life long.This is needed to prevent restenosis on stent and to prevent newer blocks at other sites. Kirslow is antio... | |
Suggest remedy for getting pregnant
dear Sir/Madam My name is tsetan and 31 year old. my period is irregular, and some say that if your period is irregular then you must be infertility case. after that i consel a doctor to check and finally doctor say that you are problem wtih B/L tubal blocked. Now what i have to do.... | Hi , How do you do ?Let me give you the positive part, you are still 31 yrs, till 35 yrs every lady has good chance of pregnancy. If your periods are irregular , it means you are not ovulating every month on time. This could be due to Overweight - Your weight has to be Weight(in Kgs)= Height (in cms)-100eg- If height 1... | |
Can sharp pain around the hips be a result of a poor sleeping posture?
U feel asleep Sunday night and woke up the next morning with a sharp pain in and around my hip. It hurts to bend down, sit and walk. It s Tuesday and I can walk around a little better but it still bothers me. Did I sleep wrong on a muscle or someth... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. A sharp pain that changes with change in posture around the hips can be a posture related muscle spasm. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal |
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