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Suggest remedies for abdominal pain and itchy side with history of IBS
lower left abdominal pain. left and right side itchy. dr contributes pain to ibs. 14 years i have had ibs. I have had pain for 9 days now. a few months back i was prescribed morphine for the pain when the ibs acts up. my lower abdominal swell qui... | welcome to Health care magic.1.If the pain is severe then you can take morphine which is prescribed ( but not recommended on a regular basis )2.With a chronic irritable bowel syndrome you need to take a good care of your diet. Rich finer diet, plenty of fluids (avoid constipations), avoid junk, spicy and fatty food. Pr... | |
Dry cough, nose bleeds, cold, history of bronchitis. Have esinophilia?
Hi, I am having problems of severe dry cough , cold , nose blockage and acute fever(99-100) at times for the past 6 months. All my blood reports and chest X-rays are quite positive. I had a history of bronchitis around 10 years back and i had the f... | Hi, Thanks for posting your query. You are most likely suffering from acute bacterial sinusitis or allergic bronchitis with secondary bacterial infection. You should consult with internal medicine specialist and pathologist simultaneously and should go for thorough check up. You should go for complete blood count, abso... | |
What causes upper abdominal pain?
Hi sir,My father is strugling with stumach pain in right uppre stumach since last couple of years and we went to lot of hospitals but no perminamt sol. My father history: he is former around 60 years. 5 yeasr back he suffered from kidny stones and doctor used laser to remove that.Curr... | You please get an Ultasonography of abdomen,urine routine,xray flat plate abdomen,LFT,cbc, serum amylase,lipase.and let me know these.I think we will be able to diagnose | |
What is the remedy for itchy skin?
im a 35 hispanic male with darken skin around my inner tighs, rectum, and testicals, for the past few months it has been very itchy, to where i scratch it a lot how can i stop it, also seam to have lose skin down around the inner tights. what can or should i do | hello i can understand your concern, the rashes you developed may be due to fungal infection, tinea cruris and tinea corporis.in such case cleaning with disinfectant can cause much irritation.i would advice you to keep the area clean by normal water and more importantly keep it dry.application of antifungal 1% clotrima... | |
How to treat itching on upper lip & hyper pigment swelling on left border?
I had itching on my upper lip n subsequently developed a small hyperpigment swelling on the left upper border a few days ago. I ve developed a similar one on the right upper border too yesterday. These are extremely itchy n burning at times. Wh... | hello thanks for consulting at hcm..it could be angiodema,, u take antihistaminics..did u recently take any out side food u r allerigic to,r any new drug taken,, did u change ur tooth paste???if doesnt come down plz consult a allegy specialist.. hope it helps..tc | |
How can i avoid the medication?
My 13 year old son used Alka Seltzer plus for a cold and now he wants to use it every night to help him sleep. My husband and I are concerned that this may be the first sign of addictive personality and could lead to drug use later. He has never been a good sleeper. What should we do? | Hello. I just read through your question.Alka seltzer is generally not considered a gateway drug so I wouldn't be worried about that. However, it is not good to have alka seltzer integrated into his sleep routine. It will make it too difficult for him top fall asleep when there is no alka seltzer there. Similar to a ba... | |
Leg rash, swelling, stomach pain, headache after taking Calpol, Alerid, Combiflam
my daughter is 6 year old 14 feb i give half calpole tab650 for fever after two days i found that some red colour rashes on her leg but next day i saw more like in thies and under waist doctor suggest alried syrup 5ml daily in a day i gi... | Hi, Your daughter seems to be having intolerance or allergic response to paracetamol which is the active drug in both calpol 650 and combiflam. Please avoid giving her paracetamol or any such medicine which has paracetamol in it, as much as possible. Her immune system may not be strong enough now to tolerate the medici... | |
Suggest treatment for coughing and breast feeding problems
my six month old is constantly rubbing her eyes, coughing and sometimes has problems breastfeeding because of congestion plus i feel and hear a rattling on her chest when she breathes is it safe to give my baby histatussin? if not, what should i use or do? | hi As your baby is 6 months you can try plain chlorphenaramine drops to relieve congestion.Congestion of nostrils cause block of nose and throat anfd cause the sound when child lies down and disturbs sleep.Best is to use Normal saline drops in the nose along with steam inhalation to relieve congestion | |
How can I bring freshness in my dull skin and remove freckle on my cheeks ?
hi Dr i m 25 year old my skin is very dull there isnot freshness...i have frickle on my chik plz tell me what can i do. | hi dull skin may be due to -heredity -dry and sensitive skin -sun exposure -use of cosmetics -thyroid problem -low HB -nutritional problem u neee to identify and correct if any of above is there do - -drink more water -apply good moisturizer like cetaphil -eat more salad and fruits -avoid junk food -avoid direct sun ex... | |
What causes weakness in the left hand and leg?
yes I am 19 years old I have been having trouble with my left hand it is really clumsy and although it is not my dominant hand it worse than usual. I also feel weakness in my left leg. I am really concerned to have als or other muscle deteriorating disorder | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. We have to go for a detailed evaluation to find out the cause. A nerve conduction study is required to confirm whether the nerves are week or not. Consult a neurologist and get evaluated. Wishing you good health. Thanks. | |
What can be done to remove Marijuana from the system during early pregnancy?
I just found out I m 6 weeks pregnant and I had smoked marijuana last week before I found out. I haven t went to the Dr because I m afraid if they do urine or blood tests I ll fail and lose my kid. What can i do? I drink lots of water and im ... | hi, though smoking marijuana or cigarettes is injurious to you and your developing baby but it should not cause abortion. If you feel you are pregnant then you should get your urine pregnancy and blood beta HCG levels done which can find if you have healthy gestation for your term. Also drinking water and Flu should no... | |
What causes painful and swollen nipple in a child?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...my 9 year old daughter s nipples are swollen and she says they hurt her. I noticed them about 2 days ago, but thought it was normal. I did not know they were hurting her. what could this be... | hi! this could be a normal part of puberty since breast development is one of the first signs of puberty. although if you notice any redness around the nipple this could be an infection for which you should see a doctor. | |
What causes bleeding and clotting from the right kidney?
I am female am bleeding and clotting from my right kidney have had all tests including a biopsy and renal angiogram. Bleeding started 6 months ago with no relief just kept getting worse no pain at first but having kidney pain sporatic and sometimes burning in bl... | HelloThanks for query.You have frank hematuria and endoscopic examination has revealed the bleeding from Right kidney .Since all the investigation are normal the bleeding seems to be from Right Ureter .This can be confirmed by doing endoscopic examination of Ureter(Ureteroscopy)which is planned by your Urologist Please... | |
Q. My full body feels numb when I wake up. What could be wrong?
Hello doctor, I have chronic paresthesia. My full body feels like dead in sleep. When I wake up and reposition myself, it will take time for the blood to start flowing from my leg to upper body. I can feel it flowing and entering my kidneys, liver, etc. I... | Hello. I read carefully through your question and would explain that your symptoms could be related to a sleep disorder or thyroid gland dysfunction. A connective tissue disorder (arthritis) cannot be excluded either. For this reason, I recommend performing a polysomnogram and some blood lab tests: You should discuss w... | |
What causes pain and swelling on ankle?
a heavy object fell on my ankle in 2008 i still have pain and swelling an saw quite a few specialists and had a mri xray and ultrasounda and they cant find a problem i saw a neurologist he thought it was nerve damage but cant find anyting do you know what it might be | HiAny cause of peripheral neuropathy should be ruled out .Kindly check your blood sugar level both fasting and postprandial to rule out any diabetic neuropathy.Completely avoiding any movements can increase the pain hence daily walking is recommended. Physiotherapy can also be helpful in reducing the discomfort.Vitamin... | |
What causes spider veins on face and suggest treatment?
In the past month, I've developed four spider veins on my face. I have never had them before. Could this be caused by my birth control pill? I was on the pill years ago and started it again in October. Or could this be a result of using the fluocinonide prescribe... | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Many a times birth control pill produce this side effects. you should consult your gynecologist and ask for that. If it is due to that then you should stop or change it according to his advice. Hope I have answered your question, if you have d... | |
Experiencing bloating in the lower left quadrant which is radiating to back
Bloating lower left quandrant dull ache and feeling of fullness in that area...along with pain which radiates to lower back. I have diverticuli...but have never had a problem. I am 13 years post partial hysterectomy and lately have had periods... | HiThanks for posting your query. Your problem could be either due to constipation or problem is ovaries or infection in colon or in kidney. First let me know whether you are having any constipation or not. If yes eat more of fruits and vegetables and drink plenty of water . If still it persists then you can use ... | |
Q. I suffer from insomnia. What can be done to get a good sleep?
Hello doctor,I suffer from insomnia that had increased in the last year. I used a lot of medications that were prescribed to me by my local physicians such as (Diazepam, Lorazepam, Alprazolam, and Mirtazapine). Initially, it is useful at the beginning an... | Hello. It seems that you have been in trouble with sleep disturbances for a quite long time. Also, it appears that you have difficulty in the onset of sleep rather than difficulty in maintaining the sleep. Before proceeding to management, I would like to know few things first: Kindly provide me with this information, s... | |
Suggest alternative of Codeine Contine for pain relief
I have been taking codeine contine - 1000 mgs per day and Tylenol 3 for cronic back pain for approx. 10 years now. I have had 4 previous back surgeries which unfortunately did not take care of the many different problems in my back.The codeine is now playing havoc... | Yes sirIt's very difficult to bear four spine surgeries. Sir what you can do is ask your doctor to start gabapentin as it decreases the requirement of painkillers as codeine and for an alternative painkiller is a combination of tramadol and paracetamol it's safe and does not disturb the bowels also u may start with phy... | |
What causes problem in maintaining erection?
hi, at present i have no problem getting,an erection slight problem keeping it,usually i have no problems ejaculating in fact i was quite quick most times.Now however,i cannot ejaculate at all, im 37 y/o married happily .i am currently in receipt of dihydracodeine and proz... | Hello,It may be due to performance anxiety. For that you can take tablet sildenafil one hour before sexual act. Along with that avoid stress. Take proper rest. Take balanced diet. Avoid strenuous activity.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shyam B. Kale, General & Fam... | |
What does tiny bumps around penis oozing watery substance mean?
HI, for the past two years I have has these tiny little bumps come and go. They arnt exactly on my penis directly but they are on the skin around my penis just below my pubes. They are very tiny and I am able to pop them and all that comes out is a watery... | hellothank you for trusting HCMdear is it associated any pain ??any burning sensation??ist on the glans??possible causes may be herpes simplex,or paillomas,eczema etc.. it is difficult to say until examination is done. please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.take care | |
Will Ibuprofen and xopenex subside fever, burning sensation in eyes, chest congestion and body aches?
Low grade fever, terrible burning eyes, terrible chest congestion, body aches, some chills. Ears hurt some. Shaky. Worst part is burning eyes. Taking ibuprofen and drinking lots of fluids. Xopenex breathing treatments... | Hello,Ibuprofen drug will take care of fever and body ache. Xopenex with levosalbutamol drug contents will relieve chest congestion.Burning eyes will be best supported by cold water splashing 5 minutes each every 4 to 5 hourly.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Bhagyesh... | |
Suggest treatment for anxiety attacks despite a normal EKG report
I HAVE ANXIETY REALLY BAD AND IVE HAD EKGS, ECHOCARDIAGRAM, AND HEART CATH, ALL OF WHICH WERE NORMAL. RIGHT NOW I FEEL LIKE I CANT BREATHE AND THE RIGHT SIDE OF MY CHEST HURTS WHEN I EXHALE. IM SCARED IM ABOUT TO DIE. I DONT WANT TO CALL AN AMBULANCE BE... | if you are having normal ekg, eeg reports then not to worry try to get relaxed. take tablet paroxtetine or ZAPTRA-LS 12.5 at bedtime. you will surely get benefit after 2-3 weeks | |
What causes fluttering in heart?
I keep getting a fluttering in my heart, I try not to panic when it happens as if I do it makes it worse. I get no other symptoms with it, it helps if if breathe deeply and slowly. Is there any way of knowing what is causing this? As it is beginning to worry me. | Hello!Thank you for asking on HCM!I understand your concern, and would like to explain that your symptoms seem to be related to anxiety.But, nevertheless, I would recommend consult with your GP for a careful physical examination, a resting ECG and some blood lab tests :- complete blood count for chronic anemia- thyroid... | |
I am getting stomachache and blood in stool,taking antacid
hi, my stomach is aching after i bath my dog at the same time i eat street foods i take antacid after that i went to comfort room to make bowel movement i found a blood in my stool this is my 1st time what should i do to cure it?i am afraid help me | Hi; welcome to HealthcareMagic Since it is the first time you passed blood it could be due to overstraining & the bleeding occurred from a dilated vein(piles).Presently you can just take fiber rich food ;fruits;& drink lots of water so that you have easy stools .Excess straining causes piles so try to go to stools when... | |
How long does stomach or flu bug last?
I live in Richmond, Virginia....is there a stomach or flu bug going around, and if so, how long does it last?I woke this morning with aches, chills, stomach cramping, headache, and feeling exhausted. Have been sleeping most of the day. I have no fever, in fact, I am a degree belo... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicYour symptom are in keeping with an infection, likely viral possibly the flu.In general symptoms last 1 week to 10 days though fatigue can persist weeks after the other viral symptoms have resolved.There are over the counter medications that can be used to help to relieve your sympt... | |
Are there better alternatives of Metformin for the treatment of diabetes?
I had pancreatitis 14 years ago. My pancreas damaged very badly and not produce enough Insulin for blood sugar. It developed diabetes and I am taking Metformin 500mg twice a day with some other herbs and supplements, but doesn't help that much. ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You have secondary diabetes because it is the consequence of a pancreatic condition. Secondary diabetes will often be permanent and "how " it is managed vary quite significantly depending on which condition has caused it. Gen... | |
Suggest medication for redness and pain in scrotum area
Hello my scrotom when it drops I notice is red, sometimes get a mild ache but not enough to bother me at all. For the most part my scrotom is always tight even after sex. I been havin trouble keeping a erection as well, and I seem to leak right away. | Hello, Mild ache in scrotum is common and is mostly because of muscle spasm. If needed, you can take paracetamol. But if the pain increases, you should not avoid it and do ultrasound scrotum to check if everything is OK. Regarding erection, avoid stress and reduce alcohol and stop smoking. You need physical examination... | |
Suggest treatment for a painful rash on the back
Hello, I have a rash that doesn t itch and it s not spreading. I m definitely not pregnant due to the practice of abstinence. However, this rash appeared some days ago on my upper backside and is reddish, no itching involved, but a little painful to touch. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I would consider a possibility of shingles/ Herpes Zoster. Shingles rash is painful, red and vesicular. The rash arises in a stripe/ band like pattern across the trunk and is characteristically restricted to one side of the b... | |
Suggest remedy for elevated blood pressure
I take Amylodipine... I ve been worked out 4-5 x a week rigorously, I weigh 142 lbs, height 5 4. I have been told my a nutritionist (and I m a nurse) how bad BP meds are. I truly believe it. I am weaning myself off, cut it in half and was doing fine until yesterday I ate 2 pi... | Hello, I passed carefully through your question and would explain that anti-hypertensive drugs have some adverse effects, but their benefits in high blood pressure overweight their adverse effects. The spike in blood pressure value could be related to the coffee. Anyway, if high blood pressure values persist, increasin... | |
Q. Does the double marker test result point towards Down's syndrome?
Hi doctor,My wife's double marker test results are as below. Age 32 years old, hCGb - 53 ng/ml and Corr MOM 1.08, PAPP-P 653.6 mU/ml and Corr MOM 0.36, T21 - 1:224 age cut off 1:596 and cut off 1:250. What is the risk of Down's syndrome? | Hi. She is 32 years old. I do not have her complete gynecology, obstetrics, medical, previous family and drug history actually but at 32 years of age, the risk is not as much as elderly pregnant ladies at 40 years of age or above. So age-wise low risk as you have described report 1:596 means one in around 600 children ... | |
Noticed dull pain,spasm towards the right side of the lever
I have a dull pain when I lay on my right side.I ve had it for several years never checked cause its not that bad.My liver enzymes are slightly elevated and I have been getting muscle spasms in my back when I stretch. Is any of this related or what s causing ... | Hi welcome to the health care magic Here gall stone has to be ruled out as per history because muscle spasm present and Liver enzymes are elevated.. Hence investigate case with USG abdomen first as preliminary work up... If gall stone or fatty liver present than udiliv started for that... And less fatty food consumed T... | |
Suggest remedy for problems due to pacemaker
My mother is 95 .. has had a pace maker for 6-8 years .. her quality of life has greatly deteriorated so we are beginning to think the quantity instead of quailty is what she's finding .. she would not be here wwithout the pace maker .. what are her choices here? | Hello and thank you for using HCM.I carefully read your question and I understand your concern.I will try to explain you something and give you my opinion.The pacemaker live duration depends on some factors like the pacemaker tipe, if the patient has been pacemaker dependent or not meaning if he he is all time in paced... | |
What are the symptoms of TB?
I am suffering form cough. My doctor suggested to take X-ray of chest, the report of the chest says " a subtle thin walled cavity with surrounding nodular infiltrtes are noted in the left upper zone suggestive of Koch's." after seeing the report of x-ray my docter suggested to do some afb... | hi, I understand your concernAnd I must say Kochs in lung X ray highly suggestive of pulmonary TB. Negative AFB does not rule out possibility of TB. It means there is very lesser chance of you being contagious. Furthermore investigations like mantoux, TB PCR will also helps to come in to a proffer diagnosis. With proff... | |
Can injury to shoulder affect stomach?
Is it possible for injury/trauma in shoulder area to refer pain to abdomen? I have a dull ache on the right side, just under y ribs. Ultrasound shows gallbladder, pancreas, etc. OK. I also have major knots in my shoulders--could this be causing the pain? | hiif the injury HAS AFFECTED THE BRACHIAL PLEXUS AND OTHER ADJOINING NERVE BRANCHES THEN IT COULD BE THE CASE.NSAIDS USE FOR SHOULDER INJURY CAN ALSO LEAD TO ABDOMINAL PAIN DUE TO NSAID INDUCED ULCERS. TAKE A PPI LIKE NEXUM WITH THE PAIN MEDSTHANKS | |
Why does an asthmatic get respiratory problems on drinking milk ?
I am suffering from asthma and whenever I drink milk, I suffer with respiratory problems. Any particular reason? | Hello, Welcome to HCM, It is not clear from your question that at what time you use to take milk. In my opinion if you take milk in the morning, you will get less problems. But if you take it at bed time, can create more problems. As you are suffering with asthma, you can be allergic to milk protein also. And if you ar... | |
What causes stomach pain after food in babies?
My 2.5 year old daughter has been complaining of stomach pain after every meal. Her pediatrician thought that it might be because she is constipated. We resolved the problem of constipation but she is still complaining of stomach pain, even after she has her milk. | Dear parent, I understand your concerns but she might be suffering of gastritis which is inflammation of the stomach. you should give her a proton pump inhibitor as nexium eff. once before lunch. try to avoid fatty and spicy food. offer only soft easily digested food as soap, fruits, yoghurt, jelly | |
What causes depression, sleepiness and lack of energy?
Hi, I am 27 yrs old. i feel sleepy and out of energy all the tome. My mood is most of the times, bad or depressed. I don't know what is causing all this. I have no motovation no energy to do anything. I am thinking of taking vitamins. may b that willboost my energ... | Hi,I read your query and do understand that you are distressed due to your problems. You seem to be suffering from depression and your symptoms are the result of it. Depression can occur due to multiple factors, including neurotransmitter level changes in brain, as well as psychological and social factors.You should co... | |
Q. I am having red rashes in my arms and legs. What could it be?
Hello doctor, I have red raised rashes in my legs and arms. I used Hydrocortisone cream, but there are no changes in it. Please help. | Hello. I have gone through your case. In my opinion, there is two to three differential diagnosis of your clinical presentation, and Hydrocortisone alone is not enough. It could be. 1. Insect bite reaction. 2. Follicular eczema. 3. Contact eczema. Please follow these instructions, 1. Please wear loose clothing while yo... | |
Diagnosed with transverse myelitis
I have psoriatic arthritis and was currently diagnosed with transverse myelitis. 3 months ago, I had been ill with bronchitis/pneumonia and was laid up in bed for 3 weeks. during the first week of being ill, I had developed a numbness and tingling sensation down the right side of my ... | Hi You are suffering from Transverse Myelitis and the condition has not changed for last 3 months. You are a patient of Psoriatic Arthritis also. Since only your (R) Side is affected this condition the condition will be called partial transverse Myelitis. In my opinion Since the disease has not progressed any further i... | |
What causes chronic pain in lower back and hips?
I am an extremly active 59 yr old female. I have gained 38 lbs or more over the past 3 years. I eat very little. I clean houses 2 times per week that takes me 8 to 10 hours. I also am a live in care giver for an obese woman & some times ya just have to lift her. But, li... | Hi there. Lumbar facet disease is a type of degenerative arthritis that can cause narrowing of the canal through which your nerve roots pass and depending on the level of the vertebrae that is getting affected. I can understand that a person with a very active lifestyle like you hates being told again and again that th... | |
What causes itching between testicles and the anus?
Hi I have had an itch between testicles and my anus. I just though jock itch and have been treating with a powder... seemed to be fine but now my testicles are a bit red and have tiny pimples... I do shave them so thought may just be ingrown hairs... | HiWelcome.I have gone through your query.It is difficult to comment on it without examination, so I would either suggest you to see doctor for examination and for exact diagnosis or upload the pictures here, I'll go through them, and provide you with specific advice.Might be fungal infection or pun worm, need to be fur... | |
What causes tanning when having breast cancer?
In March 2012 I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Prior to that I went tanning all the time but when I was diagnosed I stopped. I went tanning for the first time today. The majority of my body is FRIED but then other areas had no problem even though i used the same lotion... | Thanks for your question on HCM.I want to ask you few question s.1. Have to taken radiotherapy. 2. Have you taken injectable chemotherapy. 3. Are you on temoxifene or other breast cancer drugs.If you had chemotherapy and radiotherapy for breast cancer than due to skin damage tanning is very common. And nausea is very w... | |
How can I treat painful pus oozing lumps on the ear lobes?
Hi sir, I got my ear cartilage pierced 1.5 months back. It was healing normally but suddenly since three days a bump grew on both the ears, it is painful, and I think it is filled with pus, not sure though. Have been applying t bact since a day but no improvem... | Hi, Presence of inflammation and pus discharge indicates infection. Topical antibiotics alone not sufficient. You may need oral antibiotics also. You can take Amoxicillin Clavulanate antibiotics after your physician advice. It may spread rapidly and can damage the ear cartilage. You should remove the ornament and clean... | |
Is the weak liver be a reason for pin and needle feelings?
hi, my dad is 56 years old and for the past months he experienced this pin and needle feelings leads to itch. and it gets really bad at night to the point that he can's sleep. he thinks it's his weak liver since he used to drink a lot when he was young. what s... | Hi there are various causes of itching...Detail physical examination and history needed....Causes can be dry skin, dermatitis, thyroid problem, diabetes , eczema , iron deficiency anemia etc....Yes liver problem can lead to pruritus ...Especially cholestatsis or gall stone induce obstructive jaundice can lead pruritus.... | |
Molar tooth broke off. Needed root canal. Chest feels heavy. Related?
A few months ago my tooth broke off (molar) I went to dentist and had it filled... He said it was deep and I may eventually need a root canal . About 4 weeks later I start having ear pain, face pain... Headaches so I went back to the dentist and he ... | hi as per the information provided by you the symptoms of your chest have nothing to do with the dental procedure you have undergone. had it been some allergic reaction to the procedure or medication taken for the procedure the chest symptoms should have appeared earlier. so unless you feel the shortness of breath or f... | |
Suggest treatment for restricted movement in the knee after a surgery
My orthopedic surgeon recommends surgery indicating I will be pain free with no concern for the arthritis but also tells me I will have limited range of motion and won t be able to lift my right in the air, could only lift it to parallel but not hir... | Hi, It takes time after knee surgery to recover completely. You can consult an orthopedician/physiatrist and plan for physiotherapy. If symptoms are severe, you can go for an MRI scan. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What causes recurrent panic attacks?
I ve been getting panic attacks for about 3 years. Usually they occur if I need to interview potential employees, or attend business meetings. don t know why they started, but they are very debilitating from what I have read, I need to find a doctor who specifically specializes in ... | in my opinion u need specialised clinical psychologist for treating your recurrent panic attacks also antidepressants like sertraline is useful kindly check thyroid functionblood sugar and hemoglobin | |
Suggest diet plan while having cirrhosis of the liver
I am a 57 yr. old adult male. There are no doctors in my area(Muscle Shoals, Alabama) that spealize in treatment, specifically in my problem(cirhois of the liver. I was looking for a good diet to help with my condition. Can you provide a few do s and dont s please.... | HelloWelcome to HCMThanks for posting your query in HCM.As you are havinf cirrhosis,which is a end stage liver disease,you need to very careful in your diet.1.Don't drink alcohol.Drinking alcohol may cause further liver damage.2.Eat a low-sodium diet. Excess salt causes worsening of swelling in your abdomen and legs3.E... | |
Does stress causes dizziness and vomiting?
Hello, I am 32 years old woman. Past 3 years I have been having dizziness spells, following by vomiting. The spells last anywhere between 1-5 minutes and the minute I vomit the dizziness goes away. Lately, I noticed that it happens only in the mornings: the second I open up m... | Dizziness and vomiting can be stress related. Your particulars like qualificatoon,job profile, marriage could be helpful in deciding your diagnosis so please write those details. Other associated symptoms like mood, abnormal behaviour, problems in day to activities. Whether these symptoms are preceeded by some s... | |
Headache near brain stem, shaking, brightness in vision. Family history of seizures. Serious symptoms?
I was at work today feeling a little cloudy with a slight headache in the back of my head, by my brain stem. Then my vision got really bright. As if the sun was in the room. I felt a little shaky and then became sick... | Hello, Yes definitely it could be seizure. Since it came 3 weeks ago also, you must get evaluated for this. Visit a neurologist and he will advice you the tests like MRI, EEG etc. Are your mother's seizures are of the same type? Apart from seizure, other thing tht I can think of is aura of migraine which is less likely... | |
Is penidure la-12 recommendable for patient with rheumatic heart disease post open heart surgery and with rheumatic pain?
My mother suffering from rheumatic heart disease and recently had open heart surgery on oct14.before surgery she had taking an injection named penidure la-12 once in every 3 weeks from fast 30years... | hello,I have gone through your question.Thanks for using HCM.Inj.Penidure LA 12 lacs is usually give to all patients having Rheumatic valvular heart disease to prevent spell of rheumatic fever and to prevent further deterioration of valvular lesion.Irrespective of surgery we give Penidure prophylaxis till age of 45 Yr... | |
Suggest treatment for upper respiratory infection
I saw a physician on Friday who said I have a severe upper respiratory infection. He prescribed anti biotics, 2 tylenol, 2 ibuprofen, Advair and a nasal spray. Now I still have a sore throat, coughing, and a tongue that feels like dry sandpaper. I would have thought th... | Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. In my opinion you should start antihistamine drugs also.It is first line treatment for upper respiratory tract infection ( URTI ). Also start following things along with drugs for better symptomatic relief. 1. Drink plenty of flu... | |
How can pain and tightness in the calf muscle and leg be treated?
Hi, my name is Danny.Around three weeks ago, I injured my calf muscle. I was only able to go to the hospital week later. When I did, I had an Ultrasound done. The doctor told me that it was just a pulled muscle and wasn t anything serious. Another week ... | Hi, Consult a general surgeon and get a Doppler scan done. As of now, analgesics like Aceclofenac or Tramadol can be taken for pain relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Why is the opposite side of my uterus thickening?
Hello. I am 10 weeks, 4 days pregnant. I have a bicornuate uterus and am pregnant in the left horn. The right horn has alot of endometrial thickening. HCG was normal for date, fetal size was on track, heart rate was 184. What could this thickening on the opposite side ... | Hallow Dear,During the pregnancy, endometrium not only thickens but even undergoes functional changes which are known as secretory changes. These changes are due to increased levels of hormones Oestrogen (which grows the endometrium) and Progesterone (which makes it secrete). These hormones are secreted in the blood an... | |
What causes bumps on a child body?
hi my child keeps getting these bumps that appears to be bug bites, but they get hard as they get older.alot of people says there chiggers. we stay outside alot in grass and live near woods.I never see a bug, they just appear.I would like to find out exactly what it could be. thanks. | Hi, I understand your concerns. A photograph of the bumps are advised to analyze them further for a more specific opinion. If your child is having such problems for long time without any solution, my advice is to get him evaluated by dermatologist in order to determine the right diagnosis and take appropriate treatment... | |
Suggest treatment for heat boils in face and forehead
Hi doctor, my baby (1 yr and 2 mnths) old is having heat boils on the forehead and doctor has advised Clavam dry syrup. He has been given the syrup for the past two days and the boils is getting healed very slowly. However he has started getting the boils in other ... | Hi,Boil can occur anywhere in the body despite treatment.Your baby should be given antibiotics in syrup formulations like cefixime from cephalosporins or syrup clavum is also good but it might cause diarrhea in newborns, so if possible you can change the antibiotics but only after pediatrician consultation. I would sug... | |
What do lumps under the skin indicate?
what could a lump under the skin come fromshes 3, found two marble sized lumps under the skin... no pain an is becoming slightly discolored...there is history of MRSA..but theres no pore or hole... and itas located below the thigh crease under the groin area on the inner thigh | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have enlarged inguinal lymphnode. Mostly it is due to some infection. You should take a course of antibiotics. If it doesn't respond to treatment then biopsy diagnosis is advisable.Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hop... | |
How can pain due to degenerative disc disease be treated?
I m suffering from an accident where my L5-S1 are showing signs of rapid degeneration. Comparing X-rays over the year. Now add in spinal stenosis. I m in pain. I refused pain killers in the past. Tried acupuncture, chiropracter, reiki. Physical therapy. Nothing... | Hello, As a first line management you can take analgesics like Paracetamol or Aeclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persists better to consult an orthopaedician and get evaluated. In severe cases steroid shots can be tried. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, D... | |
Should treatment for blocked kidney be started right away?
I am very concerned for my 73 year old friend. She was very sick a few days ago throwing up bile. She had a CT scan today and was diagnosed with a blocked right kidney and an obstruction in her stomach or intestine. Her doctor did not put her in the hospital t... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.At age 73 years, having a blocked right kidney and obstruction in stomach or intestine is a medical emergency. It is suggested that you please clarify details on the kidney block and intestinal obstruction. A blocked kidney can be observed and taken care of for a few days if kidney functions ar... | |
What could lump on forehead indicate?
My boyfriend has a lump on his forehead. It isn't hard like a knot. It's soft. It came about 3 days ago or so but it wasn't really noticeable. It is about and inch in diameter now. It doesn't hurt. You can push on it or touch it and there's no pain. What could it be? Is it somethi... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. He has some benign cyst like dermoid cyst or spft tissue tumor like lipoma or skin adenexal tumor. You should go for excision biopsy and histopathological examination. Surgical excision is the treatment of choice. Consult your doctor and take ... | |
What is that small non movable cyst on my right rib?
I had an eye doctor check out a non moveable pump above my left eye a while back he said it was nothing. At the time I begged to differ. Just in the last two days I feels like it git bigger. I have also noticed a small non movable cyst on m right rib what do you thi... | Hi ! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. Your doctor might be right in re assuring you about the cyst around your left eye, which could be just a benign angular dermoid. In case these are multiple, like the ones on your right rib and might be at other places, the opinion goes towards multiple lipomas, a... | |
What causes lumps on the left side of the neck?
Hi, I have acne vulgaris and the doctor prescribed me flucloxacillin and retin a cream. I am on the 16th day and today I noticed having 2 lumps on the left side of my neck, 1 near the ear and another one near the shoulder. What could be the cause of the lumps and should ... | Hi,Due to acne vulgaris there is bacterial infection in acne pimples leading to enlarged lymph nodes in neck or auricular region.Nothing to worry, it is bound tobe there.Continue with Flucloxaciln, with clearing infection you will be alright.Ok and take care. | |
What is the best medicine for lower back stiffness?
i had one (1) SI Injection for lower back stiffness and pain 6 days ago. it is one of series of three. the next one is to be injected on August 20th. my question is about the drug piroxicam, i was taken it up to four days before the injection then i had to stop for t... | Hello, I have studied your case. You can hold piroxicam and start after taking injection.Physiotherapist will help you better to learn more exercises in proper protocol.If required intra-articular injection can be given.Diet rich in calcium and protein will help.osteoporosis can be associated so you may need to take ca... | |
What could swelling in hands with itchy lumps suggest?
Dear Dr. I am male 30 year old, i feel swelling in hands and feet and also itchy lumps on the body which appear and disappear time to time, more ever I feel burning sensation in hands and feet and testicles in almost whole body and feel burring sensation and burd... | HI,Welcome with your query to HCM.Based on the facts of your query,these itchy lumps all over body seems to be HIVES/ Urticaria with Vasculitis -due to Idiopathic Chronic Urticaria.I would suggest consultation from Dermatologist,who would investigate and treat it according to the cause for these itchy lumps.Welcome for... | |
Q. Every time I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Why?
Hi doctor, I am a 26 year old male. I am 5 feet and 9 inches tall and weigh 255 pounds. When I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Sometimes when I have constipation as well, I poop a little bit of blood. I am really scared that I have colon cancer. I do have diarrhea often... | Hello. I have gone through your information and test reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). So, in view of that, there are a couple of things that I can opine upon: Hope that helps. For more information consult a general surgeon online --> | |
What causes facial swelling,reduced appetite and stomach fullness in a child?
Hi Doctor, my 5 year old son has reduced appetite and belching since 3-5 days. He belches around 10-15 times a day. His appetite has also gone down and complains of fullness of abdomen. My doctor prescribed syp bestozyme and econorm. Yesterd... | Thank you for the query.Kindly check if he has passed motions. As you have not mentioned it.Constipation may cause such symptoms. No, these medicines are quite safe and usually have no problems associated.Is he passing urine normally?You noticed puffiness yesterday, does it continue today as well?Get urine routine & mi... | |
What causes burning sensation and pain in the penis?
Hi, I recently finished a course of antibiotics and from the got thrush on my penis. To try and cure the thrush I poured undiluted savlon on my penis but not it is burning uncontrollably and feels like I need to urinate all the time.. Please he to get rid of this se... | HelloI really appreciate your concernOf course you need to be concerned but you need not to worry much about thisLooking at present condition you might have injured during the masturbation or sex, may get infected if it was healthy previously.another possibility is prostate problem or chronic urinary tract infection.I... | |
Q. What are the long acting drugs advised for anxiety?
Hello doctor, I have been experiencing anxiety for a few years now. It started with a few random anxiety attacks, and soon it spread. I find it hard to leave the house on my own due to this. I feel ashamed, and my self-esteem is very low. I am usually a proud pers... | Hello. After Going through the details, I could narrow down to three medicines namely, Ambra Grisea. Hyoscyamus. Baryta Carb. I suggest you start with Ambra Grisea 1 M one dose and wait for 7 to 8 days. If you feel a change, then you can wait and repeat the medicine only when required. Also if it helped and then stoppe... | |
What causes cut and pimples near vulva while having yeast infection?
I had a yeast infection I went to the doctor and got medication it itched alot and I scratch alot I also havelike a paper cut down there on the side of my vulva and I feel some really tiny like pimples thay dont hurt and they have no color what do yo... | HI, I understand your concern. The cut & pimples on vulva during yeast infection- due to severe itching & body reaction to the infection along with hair root infections. Thanks. | |
Should i be concerned as i am having a lump behind my ear?
I woke up this morning with a lump behind my right ear that is tender to the touch. I also have a red rash on my forhead along the hairline that is sensitive to touch. I have had some night sweats in the past week. Anything to be really concerned about? | Hi,Thaks for writing to HCM.That can be a boil or furuncle or even an infected lymph node following the rash on the forehead.Take a course of antibiotic in consultation with your local doctor for the prescription, and it should resolve.RegardsDr. Ashish Verma | |
Mental illness, attempt to suicide, refuses to take medicines. What can assist?
Hello doctor, I m krishnan staying away from my family after my marriage.my mother have mental illness for last 15 years.she s 40 now . My father trying to treat her by taking her to a doctors in vellore ie tamilnadu,India.but now she beca... | Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query. I understand that you are concerned and worried about your mother's mental illness. From your description, it appears that your mother may be having a chronic mental, probably a psychotic disorder. Also, the main problem seems to be that she is not taking me... | |
What can be the cause for severe pain in the chest?
Good evening sir.... im suffering the severe pain in my chest and mid stomech part around but not exact stomach, the pain is not the continous pain but it just happens when i eat or drink means when i swallow smthng inn.... sir it pains alot for more than a minu... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more. It is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause the symptom... | |
Having middle back pain, pain slightly above and behind the diaphragm area. It is achy. Any suggestion?
I have been experiencing middle back pain for a couple of months. It has not been every day, however, it is more frequent now. It is not sharp pain - it is a nagging ache that is somedays stronger than other days. I... | Hi, It is a kind of rheumatics complaint. There are 84 different types of rheumatics complaints as per Ayurveda. In that one disease named "Kranthasi (Sanskrit Word)" is the disease name of yours. Due to nerve weakness that results in slow spreading of blood flow to those particular part creates these sorts of problems... | |
What causes IVF failure?
Hi, I m trying for IVF as both my fallopian tubes have been removed bcoz of ectopic pregnancy twice.According to my doctors , i have noo other problems, Eggs are good, sperms are good, its getting fertilized properly normally.But still i had 3 failed IVF attempts, the doctors are saying that t... | HI, I understand your concern. IVF is a delicate procedure where meticulous care in procedure are as important as after care is . In after care- - strictly take the medicines advised regularly without a gap. - Take a week off. take rest relax. but avoid hot baths. do light entertaining activities ( avoiding... | |
Pain in joints, overactive bladder, loss of sense of smell and hearing. Diagnosed neuroferritinopathy. Any thoughts ?
I have been diagnosed with a very rare neurological condition called neuroferritinopathy. However I am suffering from symptoms which are not recognised by my consultant as neuroferritinopathy. 1. I ... | Hello,Welcome to Healthcaremagic.You are affected by a disorder in which iron accumulates in brain and other cells.It is due to mutation in gene calle FTL gene.Please avoid intake of iron supplements.At present, there is no absolute cure for Neuroferritinopathy.You need physiotherapy and NSAIDS for painful joints.Adequ... | |
Q. My sex organ is not getting tight. What can be done?
Hello doctor, I am 26 years old. From childhood, I have the habit of masturbation but due to excess of it, my sex organ does not get tight like earlier and size is also small. Please guide me so that it would not affect my married life. | Hi. Excessive masturbation is not a good habit, it is like an addiction. So you should limit the frequency of it. You can do it once or twice weekly. But I want to clarify that masturbation never causes a change in the size of the penis, also not known to cause erectile dysfunction. Excessive masturbation causes psycho... | |
Suggest treatment for swelling and hardness in lower abdomen
I have a friend on dialysis, he s complaining of swelling and hardness to lower abdomen and edema of lower extremities. He was dialised this morning and earlier this week after having spent a month in a long term care hospital for an infection. what could it... | Hi.Thanks for your query and concern for your friend. Your friend is on dialysis and was admitted in the long-term care for infection. The swelling and the hardness in the lower abdomen can be due to the following reasons:-Intestinal infection with peritonitis and adhesions to cause such an appearance as the hardness i... | |
Q. I have excessive fear associated with jittery and flutters. What does it indicate?
Hello doctor, I sometimes get, jittery and flutters. Uncontrollable fear of bad things. I feel cold in my head, running stomach and need to urinate. My left side feels numb. What can I do? | Hello. The symptoms which you have mentioned are suggestive of anxiety disorder. However, the common medical causes of your symptoms like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiac diseases, thyroid disorder, and vitamin B12 deficiency must be ruled out. An MRI of the brain will help to rule out brain pathology, which can cau... | |
Excessive P waves on EKG, excessive sweating, fatigue, chest pain, palpitations. Is there any heart problems?
I have excessive P waves on my EKG and a resting pulse that has begun to stay between 104 and 120. I have excessive sweating, fatigue easy, chest pains palpitations etc. I had a stress echo and they didnt see ... | hi..although your BP and echo are normal, still something is going on as you are experiencing palpitation and chest pains..excessive P waves may be due to some atrial arrhythmias..may be some supraventricular ectopic beats are intervening..so just visit your cardiologist and report regarding your discomfort..there are ... | |
Suggest treatment for bruises in leg
Hi, my 5-year-old son has been complaining of pain in his leg for a few days off and on, though his leg is not visibly bruised or swollen. The pain can last for more than an hour but will then go away for a few hours or even a whole day. Today he began complaining that his cheek hu... | Hi, Occasional pain in legs in a 5 yrs old child may be normal occurring as a result of subtle injury or over exertion but if it occurs more often then it indicates towards calcium deficiency or protein deficiency. You need to add some protein and calcium rich foods in his diet and give calcium and vit-D supplementatio... | |
What could cause a tight and twisting sensation in my abdomen?
what could cause a sensation in my abdomen that feels like someone tightening a rope, like a twisting feeling, not necessarily pain but feels like something is about to tear. lasts only few seconds and I breathe it out until it stops but it is a very scar... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. * As per my clinical experience, the issue is related to possible twist over diverticula, intestine loops, calculus disorder or else. * I would recommend a CT scan of the abdomen & pelvis for further management guidelines. Ho... | |
What causes pain in back and shoulders after a sunburn?
I recently got a severe sunburn, and after about two days I woke up with extreme pain in my back and shoulders (where the sunburn is). It feels like my skin is being poked with pins and needles, and nothing I ve done has given me any relief. What can I try to rel... | Hello, It is due to inflammation of the nerve endings.As of now you can take analgesics like tramadol or gabapentin for pain relief.Apply icepacks for faster recovery. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest treatment for pain in calf due to low blood pressure
Hi I have been suffering with low blood pressure for a while and cope with it most of the time but I have felt dreadful over the last few weeks, feeling weak and light headed and a horrible ache in my calves. I have just bought my own blood pressure monitor ... | HiFainting episodes and hypotension should be evaluated.Please get evaluated with your thyroid levels,ECG, 2d-echo,vitamin b12levels,haemoglobin levels and serum electrolyte levels.Keep yourself hydrated properly,with fruit juices.,balancing electrolyte levels.All the best, take Care. | |
Suggest treatment for chest pain & fever of 101 & epithelial cells 8-10
My daughter is 15 and she is complaining of chest pain for the last 4-5 days, prior to it she had fever for a day (101), after getting her examined her test report shows E.S.R (westergren) - 24 and her urine shows Epithelial cells 8-10. kindly sug... | Hi dear,I understand your concern, such amount of pus cells usually caused by vulvovaginitis. You can consult her at gynecologist, she should wash her intimate areas with soda water 2 times and apply clotrimazole cream twice a day for 5 days,then repeat urine analysis. For chest pain you should get auscultated child at... | |
What causes nausea, high fever and tiredness?
hello doctor,my son is 20 years old.hes been having high fever at the night,going upto 104 degrees and it comes down to 99 degrees in the mornings(daytime).its been 5 days .hes a bit tired and felt a little nauseous(i thought it was the effect of anitbiotics that we gave h... | Hello,Welcome to HCM and thank you for the query.Your son has an undiagnosed infection which is not responding satisfactorily to the empirical antibiotic you have given.You should take him to a doctor who will examine him and run tests to diagnose the infection and treat him well.Wish your son a quick recovery.Dr. Nobl... | |
What to do for naval dislocation?
sir i am suffering from navel dislocation since last 7 years,for this i have acute gastritis ,reflux esophagatis,heart burn,nausea,gas filled loops bowel .please solve my problem .i know allophathy,homeaopathy did not believe in this .but if u have solution in ayurvadic or any yoga ce... | Hi.Thanks for your query.Before going to the natural therapies like yoga and Ayurved, it is better to get a proper diagnosis that only Allopathy can provide. I would advise:Upper GI Endoscopy, Lower GI Endoscopy, ultrasonography of abdomen. Enteroclysis. Also get a course of an antibiotic properly for a few days- wait ... | |
Why does the sgot above normal for a kid?
Hi doctor , I have a kid her age is,2 and she is diabitic and I make to her blood liver exam and the sgot was above normal 56 but the albumin and sgpt was in normal range sgpt 40 & albumin4.6 and im very worry why is the sgot hight , kindly adviseMy email is YYYY@YYYY | Hi...this SGOT is only mildly elevated. Nothing to worry about it. She doesn't require any special evaluation for this. This elevation can occur in trivial viral illness which would have gone un-noticed too.regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Is it normal to pass dark stools after intake of Finger millet?
My daughter is 7 months old. I give her Finger millet (Ragi) every day for the past one month. Since then, her motion is black in color. Her bowel movements are regular and she seems to be normal. But I am worried about the color of the motion. Would it b... | Hi, Ragi is good for health since it contains lots of calcium and fibre. it is essential for the growth of young children. Yes, ragi can produce dark stools. No need to worry. you can give it regularly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Rajmohan, Pediatrician | |
I have itching and burning inside my mid right side of back around the kidney, please help
I have itching and burning inside my mid right side of back around the kidney area I have itching and burning inside my mid right side of back, around the kidney area? It is also very sensitive to the touch, but there are no vis... | Thanks for the query I have never heard of anybody come up with such a symptom of an itching kidney. But i cannot rule of nephritis with the history u have given because u have tendernedd there. I suggest u do a cbc, urine routine and usg abd and pelvis Have a healthy living | |
What causes sore gums after getting a tooth filled?
Hi Doctor: I had some pain on the right side of my jaw. I thought it was either the top or bottom of my mouth where the pain was coming from. The Dentist sent me home to locate the pain. The very next day i went back and told the Dentist where i thought the pain was ... | Hello,root canal treatment is necessary when a tooth has an Infection. This is not an alternate treatment to a filling. Sometimes I warn a patient that a filling is very deep and a root canal may be required in the future. If your sptons include swelling or a bubble on the gum, this may be a sign of an infection rather... | |
What causes fluttering of chest and pain around shoulder and left arm?
Hi, I have a jittery feeling in my left arm and an ache in the same shoulder. I also have some fluttering in my chest. no other symptoms. i am 31 yrs old and a female 5 ft and 140 lbs. i had a baby 14 mos ago but otherwise have had no other heath... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, you should definitely consult your physician. We should first rule out heart diseases like arrhythmia in your case. Arrhythmia (rhythm disturbances in heart) can cause Fluttering feeling in chest, left shoulder pain, weakness in arm etc. ... | |
What causes joint pain with fatigue and coldness?
I have joint pain, fatigue, cold all the time, lots of pain and very tired all the time. Had tests for RH arthritis and blood work is good except for vitamin d deficiency. Iron not too bad, had infusions in past for low iron so it is better. The joint pain feels like w... | Hi, I value your concern regarding the symptoms. I have gone through your symptoms, and in my opinion you need to correct this Vit D deficency also, and I would recommend you to get your tests repeated after 3 months after consultation with a Rheumatologist, as in many cases these tests come negative in early phase of ... | |
What does these blood test for S.typhi indicate?
hi doc, i have been diagnosed with typhoid a year ago and stayed in hospital for 3 days.but a week ago i got sympthom of typhoid. so i went to the lab to do blood test, and this is the result :S. TYPHI O - NegativeS. TYPHI H - NegativeS. PARATYPHI A-O - NegativeS. PARAT... | Hello ,I understand your concern. I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious disease specialist, answering your concern.No there is no need to worry, this test is suggestive of typhoid negative.Any titre above the 1:160 is suggestive of infection and can be treated. As your titre is negative there is no need to worry.Glad to answe... | |
Took choice pill. Irregular periods since then. Pregnancy negative. Reasons for irregularity?
Hi, I took the next choice pill (generic version of the plan b pill)in January and got my period a lot sooner than I was suppose to, I had another period but my period hasn't been regular since.. It's been way off since I'v... | Hi,Your cycles should have become regular by now. That you are still experiencing irregularity calls for evaluation. I would ask you to see a specialist for a proper assessment of your condition and advice. You may need to exclude/confirm pregnancy through a blood test and a trans-vaginal sonogram, get a complete hormo... | |
History of jaundice. Can I drink alcohol? Want supplement to protect liver
hello, i was diagnosed with jaundice , my eyes got really yellow, and i was itching alot, it has been 3 weeks and now my eyes are very little yellow and the itching has gone away and my urin has gone back to normal color too. My questions is, w... | It all depends on why you developed jaundice. If it was due to alcohol, you should definitely avoid it completely for the rest of your life. If the jaundice was due to something acute and unrelated such as Hepatitis A, or a medication induced liver injury, then I would wait until your liver is completely recovered for ... | |
Baby given solid food. Is the food causing allergy?
My baby is 4 1/2 months old and i have started giving her solid food from last week.I started with ragi made in formula milk and gave 2 tablespoon once in a day.That was the first time i introduced both ragi and formula milk.2 days after that she started developing m... | the milk theory says child requires only breast milk till 2 yars and after that no milkif you add milk in food of any formula mny children dont havs compliance as hese are animal proteinswithdraw milk and diary immediately can add cereals fruit vegetables and othersfot this episode give sympatomatic rxbut prevent urthe... | |
Q. Is it advisable to do mixed martial arts for osteoarthritis and sciatica?
Hello doctor, I currently suffer from osteoarthritis and sciatica in my lower back. I have been told by a personal trainer that taking up mixed martial arts classes would be good for my conditions. Can you confirm whether this is correct? | Hello. What I feel is mixed martial arts would damage the tissue more for now until we come up to some level of muscle strength. I would advise you to focus on some exercises which are listed below. This exercise should be gradually increased from week to week and continued for 12 to 15 weeks. First set of exercise to ... | |
What causes blood blisters like pimples in the scrotum?
I have a bunch of blood blisters - like pimples that are dark in color on the bottom of my nut sack. One broke open in the shower this morning a bleed quite a lot. Did not know that they were there till after I got the bleeding to stop. What are those. I m 66 yea... | hellothank you for trusting HCMDear it may be caused by herpes simplex or rarely herpes zoster.other possible causes are angiokeratoma of Fordyce most commonly seen in people who are suffering from IBS, hemorrhoids,and chronic constipation etc..may be treated with electro dissection etc.. please consult your doctor he ... | |
Suggest remedy for fever post chemotherapy
my mother has gone through 2 cycles of chemo for breast cancer .. she has intermittent bouts of fever not exceeding 99 for a few hrs a day tht subsides on its own no sign of any infection , resolving thyroiditis has been detected .. prescribed steroids Wysolone 10 mg .. shoul... | Fever post chemotherapy and during it is a very common side effect and is generally self limiting so long as your blood reports dont show any drop in your blood cells. If there is a drop then you will need injections of antibiotics and to increase your counts. If the counts are normal, then you need not worry about the... |
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