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Suggest treatment for high blood pressure
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...hi...My normal BP is 110/78... a few months ago i was told it was 134/85..today after lunch it was 157/94... I am overweight, and my exercise has been non existent due to hip arthritis...suggestion... | Hello, Firstly you should have low salt diet and monitor blood pressure regularly thrice a day for one week then once or twice a week. If bp is persistently more than 140/90 mmhg, then you should be on medicines for it. Like tab Amlodipine 2.5 mg once a day. You should have a healthy lifestyle like avoiding fatty, ... | |
What does this eco cardiography report suggest?
Sir, my Eco cardiography report says: MVP (P2>A2), MR- Grade III (ecentricc Jet), adequateLV systolic function,LVEF-55%, EDV/ESV-93/39ml, Mitral Annulus-37mm Med taking (not Regularly): ramister 5.embita xr 50, aztor asp 75 now sometimes feel tired , sometimes slight pa... | hello,I have gone through your query.Thanks for using HCM.your echo suggests that you have got Mitral Valve Prolapse with moderate to severe leakage of valve.This may need surgical repair or replacement in future.Ramistar is the medication which would minimise leakage of valve and Embeta will control your symptoms.You ... | |
Q. I am trying for conceive but I have adenomyosis and ovaries endometrioma. Please advice.
Hello doctor, I am a 38-year-old female. Trying for conception since eight years of marriage. Before three months I have been diagnosed with adenomyosis and both ovaries endometrioma I did laparoscopy and hysteroscopy for the s... | Hello. Let me start by saying that, as your doctor said, pregnancy is the best solution for all these problems. I do not see any need for bed rest. If BP reading is regular, try to reduce and gradually stop the medicine. Reports of infertility workup are missingHave your periods day three or fourth FSH (follicle stimul... | |
Suggest remedy for constipation in an infant
hi i have a baby boy he is 45 days old n i think he has a constipation.and he is only a breastfeeding baby and he poop 4 to5 times a day but last 45 days he has not poop and cry when i used a glycerin suppositories then he poop and then nothing so its normal that baby is no... | Dear parent,your concern is right. A beast fed infant is usually not constipated in initial months. As the time passes, 1-2 months, intestinal motility decreases to a great extent, than it was as new born. Which is normal. That's why milk stays longer in intestine and more time is there for water and nutrients absorpti... | |
Prescribed periostat after gum surgery, lost sense of taste and have white coating on tongue. Relief with Metformin
hello, after having gumm surgery, iwas prescribed periostat. had taken it in the past for the same reason. But this time I lost sense of taste, and developed a white ccoating on my toung and trying to ea... | Hi,Thanks for asking the query,I would suggest you to get an complete oral and physical examination done.As you have mentioned the symptoms have subsided, so i dont feel there could be any chance of spread of infection.You just maintain a good oral hygiene, take antiseptic mouthwash rinses twice daily.Take care! | |
Suggest treatment for cough and bronchitis
I had bronchitis right after Thanksgiving. I still have a cough. It may be absent for 2 or 3 days and comes back. I know it is not pertussis as I had a booster several years ago. No fever, I don t even feel bad but sometimes cough until I can t get my breath. | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion you should get done PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) first. Because PFT is must for the diagnosis of bronchitis. It will also tell you about severity of the disease. And treatment of bronchitis is based on severity only. So get don... | |
Q. Why am I having extreme bloating, abdominal pain, and fatigue with scaly marks?
Hello doctor, I have been having increased issues with extreme bloating, abdominal pain, fatigue, vomiting a lot of the time, excessive diarrhea, weird tiny patches of scaly marks on my shins, arms, and face. I literally dread eating an... | Hi. To help you better, I need to have a look on your blood reports. Please attach them. | |
Is it safe to use thyroxine and symbicort together ?
I am taking thyroxine and have been given symbicort to assist with breathing and sinus is it safe to use both together. I feel a bit shaky with one inhalation of symbicort I was prescribed 2inhalations but that seems to be too much. Please assist with this enquiry? ... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,These two drugs are safe to use. Several studies has shown that both the drugs are equally effective in an individual who is taking for two different ailments.Thyroxine should not be stopped at any cost without the advise of your doctor.As your doctor has advised 2 inhalation of symbicort means he ... | |
Any suggestion for having frenulum injury?
I cut my Frenulum on my penis the other week through oral sex, I had sex a few days after and it was sore. Ever since then it has been pretty sore and keeps swelling up every now and then, No pain when urinating, simply external discomfort. Can you advise anything? | HelloThanks for query .You have sustained injury to your frenulum while having oral sex and since then it is sore .You need to take broad spectrum antibiotic like Cefixime along with anti inflammatory drug like Diclofenac twice daily .along with topical antibiotic ointment like Neosporin twice daily.Ensure to wash your... | |
Is the sperm count normal?
Dear Sir, This is Sammy & I have gone through Semen Analysis & the below is report for your refernce Colour- Creamy Volume- 3 ml Viscosity - Normal Viscous Reaction- Alkaline Liquefaction-Liquefied upon received minutes Sperm Count- 11 million/ml Abnormal Forms- 30 % Microscopy Pus Cells 3-8... | hai,as your report shows abnormality in total count and active motile sperm count.it should be total count -20 million/ml and active motile sperm should be 50 %.as you got primary infertility.kindly consult an infertility specialist to fix the problem to get proper treatment. medication like protein supplements, mult... | |
Is the tumor in throat cancerous?
my sister were suffering from ovarian cancer. but after chemotherapy and surgery she was fine till 2 month but right now her food pipe is block. after x ray Dr were saying that tumor is there . so i just want to know that it's cancer or simple tumor . | HI THANKS FOR YOUR QUERY.THE CONDITION WHICH YOUR SISTER CURRENTLY EXPERIENCING IS "MALIGNANT DYSPHAGIA"(SWALLOWING DIFFICULTY) SECONDARY TO SYSTEMIC SPREAD FROM OVARIAN CANCER.OVARIAN CANCER IS KNOWN FOR SUCH COMPLICATIONS.THIS IS CERTAINLY NOT A NEW TUMOR ARISING IN THE THROAT.ITS NOT A SIMPLE TUMOUR..ITS A CANCER.T... | |
What is the substitute of omeprazole after treating helicobactor pylori ?
Hi I had helicobactor pylori 11 yrs ago and was treated for it, however, I continued to have reflux and ended up with a hernia repair. I was ok for around 5 yrs then reflux started up again........tests showed hernia was still closed. I am waiti... | Hii appreciate your concernLooking at your history this could be due to stoppage of omeprazole which can produce rebound increase in acid production leads to aggravation of GERDYou can take another alternative of omeprazole like esomeprazole or pantoperazoleavoid spicy fatty and junk foodhave plenty of fluids Abstain s... | |
How to treat fluid extraction mediated lung pain?
I recently had fluid around my heart, went to ER, they drained it. Fluid caused bottom of my lung to collapse. I was told that I might end up with pneumonia and I'm pretty sure I do. Lungs hurt. I'm experiencing pain in my upper back, near bottom of shoulder blade, jus... | Hi,Sorry to hear about your back ache. Yes, Applying ice and ice might help in decreasing your pain. An analgesic might help as well.As you have said, you should meet your treating doctor as soon as possible. | |
Is mx3 safe and effective in treating psoriasis in 14 year old?
A pleasant day doctor, I have a son , 14 years old and he has a psoriasis which getting worst, before just in scalp now its within the body , arms and legs, we already tried to use a lot of cream as per prescribed by doctors,for this psoriasis and still i... | Hi,Welcome to Healthcare Magic.I go through your question & understand your concern about skin disorder of your son.Psoriasis is that type of skin disease which takes longer time to recover and cure than other skin diseases. So, please don’t change the doctor till the whole treatment will not be completed. And please d... | |
What causes pain and blood accumulation at gall bladder operation site?
Had a gaulbladder operation on the 11th May 2011 came out on the 12th stiches on the 20th May 2011. The same night i was addmitted back to hospital i was there for 4 days i was told i have a built up of blood where the drain came out. Before i c... | Hi and welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thank you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can.This is common complications of gallbladder surgery and may happen if blood vessel is damaged or it bleeds fro the liver bed. You need to do ct scan and check our red b... | |
What is chemical peritonitis?
My husband had surgery to remove a section of large and small intestine due to a blockage. He leaked barium in his abdominal cavity three days post surgery, and underwent another surgery to irrigate and fix the perforation. The surgeon could not find the leak, but removed as much of the... | HelloLet me explain about "peritonitis" . Nearly all varieties of peritonitis are due to an invasion of the peritoneal cavity by bacteria i.e infection or inflammation by bacteria produces peritonitis .To such an extent is this true that when the term "PERITONITIS " is used without qualification , bacterial peritonitis... | |
Could stomach ache under the ribs, loss of appetite, dark brown discharge be due to being on microgynon?
I have been taking microgynon 30 for almost a month, and the last 2/3 days I have been experiencing uncomfortable stomach ache under my ribs on both sides. I have back ache and am losing my appetite. I m not sure w... | Hello,Your symptoms seem to be related to side effects of the Microgynon. Some of the common side effects of Microgynon are:Abdominal painHeadacheBreast pain or tendernessSlight bleeding or spotting between periods in the first few monthsLighter periods or sometimes stopping of periodsThese symptoms are normal while us... | |
What causes trouble in holding objects and memory issues?
I am 56, female, fibromyagia for 25 yrs. I am having trouble holding things, I have broken many things. I am having memory issues. I have several med issues as well. I am getting extreme dizzy spells, almost to faint. late stages of fms, or something else? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I think you may possibly be having Parkinsonism. The patients usually have some and not necessarily all features of Parkinsonism such as imbalance ,in-coordination , shaking of the limbs, and memory issues. You will be to mee... | |
What causes pus pocket and severe abdominal pain after colposcopy?
yes hi i got a colposcopy done this past tuesday and last nite when i went to the bathroom there was a i dont know how to explain it other than this but there was a pus pocket that came out when i wiped. is that normal? i been having severe pains espec... | Hi.Your history is suggestive of colitis. Take a proper treatment irrespective of the report of the colonoscopy. The pus pocket could have in fact be the mucus. This is not normal after colonoscopy. It is possible to contract the infection after colonoscopy too. | |
How to heal sinus infections naturally?
I have had several sinus infections recently. I am 61 & never had them before. They were in the lower jaw area. I went to dr. & was on antibiotic & cortisone for 10 days. This one I woke up with today is under my right eye . very painful. I want a natural approach this time. | **1. . Since it is occurring frequently thus probably disease has progressed to CHRONIC Rhino sinusitis.2. Avoid: heavy, slimy and acidic food, curd, mustard oil, excess physical exertion, sunlight-dust areas, exposure to strong winds, day sleeping, smoking, potato, green leafy vegetables. Cold water/food3.Take:old bro... | |
Skin rashes, red spots on arms, legs, back, neck, face. Causes and treatment?
Hi I ve been having this for over a year now and been seen by two doctors. Its kinda a skin rash there red spots in different sizes and some are flat some are bumps they also dry up and pell. There all over my body like my arms my legs my ba... | hello, as u are giving history of your symptom and morphology it looks like a case of pityriasis rosea , a type of skin allergy(hypersensitivity) to allergens/ virus/bacteria ,u have 2 specific about history when it comes when it goes same as is any noticeable infection at the time of initiation of disease or anything... | |
Q. Is there any simple test available to rule out colon or rectal cancer?
Hi doctor, I have hemorrhoids for a few years. My doctor has suggested me a colonoscopy to rule out cancer. Is there any simple test available to rule out colon or rectal cancer? Please mention an opinion regarding stool occult blood test. | Hi. First of all, you get an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) abdomen done. You can have a presence of mass when you have a colon or rectal cancer. If there is a mass seen, then you can do a colonoscopy. You can also do a CEA (carcinoembryonic antigen) as CEA show an increase in range when you have colon cancer. You ca... | |
Suggest treatment for severe neck and back pain
I have been on Keflex 500 mg every twelve hours for 14 days. I had Mohs Surgery on my upper left ear and it got infected. I stopped the meds last night and today my muscles in my neck and back and hurting so bad it is hard to even breath deep. Is this a side effect? | take Ayurvedic medicinetab mahayogaraj gugglu 2tab bdcap neurowin 1tds. if not cure you to consult panchakarma center griva basthi. it is very successful treatment. | |
What is the treatment for ear infection and difficulty in breathing?
My six week old son does not self sooth. It started when he was two weeks old and appeared to be colic as it was isolated to the hours of 12am to 3am. Then at 3 weeks old he contracted RSV and an ear infection and when he recovered his illness, the c... | Your son's behavior seems to be normal colicsColic in newborns is defined as crying more than 3 hrs per day, 3 days per week, atleast.You must be committed to your pediatricians well care visits, and a Weight Growth Chart is plotted to check for your baby's feeding adequacy.Holding him on your shoulder and tapping gent... | |
Medline endometrial thickness and dominant follicle is seen in right ovary
ei m 30 yrs old last month i had gone for sonography of abdomen and pelvic in which endometrial echo is seen in midline and measures 5mm in thickness & a 14mm dominent follicle is seen in right ovary what does it means . & also my periods are v... | Welcome to Healthcare Magic Please provide details about your periods. How many days is it usually for. Since when did it change. You have probably gotten this scan a few days after your periods have stopped. The thickness of the uterus inner lining is quite normal and there is a follicle which will ovulate soon when i... | |
What is the ideal HCG level after an embryo transfer?
Hello. I m 19 day after embryo transfer. Day 12 hcg was 86. Day 14- 167. Day 17- 467. Is this a good grow? 17 day it appears a little bit brown blood, 18 day also, today it was only morning. What it can be? And for Hcg is it good numbers or they are low? | Hiapparently there is no reason to worry. In normal healthy pregnancy HCG level almost doubles every 48 hours and your test results are showing that. They are not low. I don't think you should worry about the little brown discharge you are having with no other complaints. It seems like implantation bleeding ( bleedin... | |
Painful Stomach With Piles
hi i am 21 female i eat very healthy and exercise i really suffer with my bowel i hardely ever go the toilelt for a stool and when i do it painfull really smelly and usalyy are very dark i suffer with piles beacuse of the strain i have blood in the toilet and on the paper every toilet time n... | Dear Peyton. i am an doctor (also practicing alternative medicines) in indiranagar/tippasandra area. i can help you with this problem. but i would like to know more about your problem and also see u for a through exam. if u need help, you can send me an email at doctor_dahi@yahoo.com Dr Rajesh Dahi | |
What causes numbness and tingling in the arms?
I have had a pain in the base of my skull and numbness and tingling in my arms when I wake with pain through my neck (as mentioned). I have had pain between my neck and top of arm since June - which is better because of accupuncture and pills - diazipan, (taken) given a... | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The symptoms seem to be related to cervical radiculopathy or a pinched nerve.I suggest using to continue using the painkillers to treat the pain.If the symptoms continue you should consult a neurologist for further evaluation. Hope my answer was helpful.If ... | |
Suggest treatment for pityriasis rosea
Hi I am waiting on results back to see if I have pityriasis rosea or not. I think I may but my doctor has not ruled out parapsorisis yet. Does rosea always follow a christmas tree pattern? I have no pattern and each day for the past week it has gotten steadily worse. | Hello, Your symptoms seem to be related to pityriasis rosacea. I suggest using: - Over-the-counter topical medications, such as calamine lotion or zinc oxide. - Antihistamines that in some forms also treat rashes and itching. It usually clears up in 8 weeks. Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel ... | |
Suggest treatment for severe arm pain despite a normal X-ray report
Hey I went to the hospital and I got an x Ray coz I fell on my arm earlier and they went through the x Ray and said they couldn t find anything but there might be a broken bone and my arm really hurt but now it s better and I can move it is it a sprai... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.In my opinion, if the X-ray is normal you can ice the part with analgesic and give rest to the part with an arm pouch. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Fahim Sheik | |
Is normal cow milk recommendable for a child?
Hi i am feeding my baby nutriprem cow and gate milk at the moment but tonight been an acident and i am worried there will not be enough for the night i cant get none till the chemist opens in the morning but was wondering if normall cow and gate and harm him Thanks | HiSo far as cow milk is pure and unadulterated, it will not harm your child. The fat content should not be much like that of other mammals.Hope this answers your query | |
Have grade 1 fatty liver. High SGOT and SGPT. How can it be reversed?
I have fatty liver , it was grade 1 earlier and now it is grade 2 within 2 years. I have been a heavy drinker, every alternate day since the last 25 years, and the quantity has been 200ml per drinking day. My serum biliburin is ok, SGOT and SGPT are... | Hello, Fatty liver is a common condition these days because of increased alcohol consumption,junk foods and sugary foods. No drug has been approved for its treatment. The best approach is to do the following: Quit alcohol completely and not even a single drop,if you want your liver to become normal,otherwise it will pr... | |
Does Lyrica cause dizziness in a person with fibromyalgia?
my neighbor is older (not yet elderly) & has fibromyalgia , & currently being treated with lyrica & savella she has been on both for a few years now & she feels that the lyrica is causing her to be forgetful & once in a while has been in a blackout state after... | hi,thanks for providing a history on the case. I will take recommend to do some exercises. sometimes taking excess of medicines will damage the body. I truly understand that fibromyalgia pain is really a tough to deal but taking too many medication will not help in longer run. well with my fibromyalgia cases I keep all... | |
Suggest treatment for heart palpitations
Yes, how are you? I get skipped beats once in a while. Mostly one skipped beat, rarely skipped beats in a row. It usually happens when i am stressed, which means when i am talking to people or on the computer. I usually do not get runs or tachycardia just skipped beats or thump... | Hello, I passed carefully through your question and would explain that your symptoms could be related to cardiac arrhythmia. Anxiety cannot be excluded either. Anyway, I would recommend consulting with your attending physician for a physical exam and some tests: - a resting ECG and cardiac ultrasound - complete blood ... | |
Abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, bruising easily, random rashes. Ultrasound, enlarged liver. Treatment?
my child is a female 11 yrs old all immunizations are up to date. with one round of hpv . She has had upper abd pain with nausea and vomiting some diarrhea , easily bruises, has also had a unexplained rash on and... | Dear Friend.Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney.I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern.There can be some coagulation disorder, ITP or even vasculitis.I would like to see the rash/bruise. If possible attach a pic.Also get following investigations:1. Hemogram including platetlet count2. PT/INR3. ... | |
How far should one stay away from someone with shingles while pregnant?
hello my name is jaders grandad has just been diagnosed with shingles. we are due to attend a wedding together on saturday however i am currently 9 weeks pregnant. how far away would i haveto stay from him and would i have to avoid contact with an... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicShingles can result in the transmission of the chicken pox virus. If you are immunized against chicken pox or you had a previous history of chicken pox, then you are not at risk.It is transmitted by contact with the open blisters so once you are not in contact with these lesions , y... | |
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 --> | |
Is an SPGT level of 110 dangerous for the liver ?
MY HUSDAND S SPGT LEVEL IS 110. HE IS TAKING ATORVA 20 FOR LAST 3 YEARS. IS THIS SPGT LEVEL DANGEROUS FOR LIVER | this mld rise of SGPT may be due to fatty liver disease or use of atova 2omg itself if he is not jaundiced.consult with a doctor nearby. | |
What causes inability to get pregnant with normal follicular studies?
hi i m seriously ttc for 1 yr.... i have done all my tests and my husband too.. i have done primary fertility, all blood tests and also hsg everything is normal, and for my man the count is also good.. my doc asked me to do follicular study for 3 mo... | Hi welcome to healthcaremagic.I have fine through your question.As your both reports are normal then its "unexplained infertility". As now 10-20% of infertile couples are having unexplained infertility.I would advise to continue yoga, avoid stress, take health diet and try naturally for 4/5 cycles.Then consult a gynec... | |
What causes tightening feeling in chest, dizziness and black out?
I get a sinking, tightening feeling in chest, no pain anywhere, some nausea, dizziness and near black-out. In one case did black-out. ER showed normal EKG, normal blood pressure, normal pulse. Blood tests negative. Age 61, no real medical history. I li... | Hi welcome to health care magic.. You have investigated for cardiac cause by EKG... Have you investigated for bronchitis like respiratory causes????Here your work up needed with.... -Auscultation -Chest x ray -spirometry if needed -CRP-ASO titer etc... According to cause further treatment can be guided.. For congestion... | |
Is surgery required for gallbladder dyskinesia?
I was diagnosed with gallbladder dyskinesia. A hida with ejection fraction of 15, in pain on my back and right upper quadrant for more than 2 months daily. My doctor refered me to a surgeon, my app is on Monday, is surgery the only alternative, will my pain dissapear? | Hello,Surgery may not be required in all cases. If you are experiencing recurrent attacks of pain, surgery will be a better option.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What causes stomach pain?
Stomach discomfort Hi there my name is Alyssa I an 23 5.9" and 190 lbs. I have been having stomach pain that comes and goes right about mt belly button about two inches above my belly button. I also have heartburn almost every day and for the last two days I have had watery stool. If you know... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicIt is possible that you may have gastroenteritis.In this illness, some or all of the following may be present- loss of appetite, fever, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, burning discomfort, diarrhoea.Fluid management is the most important aspect of treatment. This means replacing th... | |
Q. I did not get periods, and I am a week late. What to do?
My periods are not coming. It's one week more than the previous date. Nothing happened like this with me previous | Hi, Usually 28 plus minus 7days is considered a normal length of menstrual cycle. So if this is the first time you had skipped your periods , I would advise you to wait for another week, if you still do not get your periods you can take the following medication mentioned below for your withdrawal. Also keep a track of ... | |
How to treat sweat induced stinging rashes around vagina and buttocks?
sore bumps hi this is really embarrassing but the other day I noticed it hurt to wipe for a couple days I had chafed skin on my thighs due to over sweating on a hot day well anyways I looked in a mirror and there's 3 or 4 reddish bumps near my vagi... | Hi, I would recommend you to apply topical steroid and antibiotic like cortisone cream and Neosporin ointment on the affected areas twice daily along with frequent application of a talcum powder. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist | |
What is the treatment for mild chest pain?
Hi,im a female of 65 years on Sunday,have been very fit all my life not letting anything stop me from doing things i want,about two weeks ago i was walking my dog and noticed a dull ache in the middle of my chest,also down both my arms,im fine in the home no trouble,this only... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.At your age of 65 years, we should definitely rule out anginal chest pain.So get done ecg, 2d echo and stress test (trade mill test).If all these are normal then no need to worry for angina or other heart diseases.Sometimes muscular spasm can al... | |
What causes anal pain in children?
my 4year old has been complaining for the last month of pain inside his bum that seems to be getting worse,he screeches in pain and cant sit still when it happens.is goin to the toilet reguarly so unsure to what it could be, have also checked for worms and cant see anything. | hi,thanks for the question. most common cause for anal pain in children especially if the child is passing hard stools is injury to the sensitive anal skin caused by the hard stools. if your child is passing hard stools give her some laxative like lactulose. intestinal worms are less likely to cause anal pain. | |
Painful lump with itching on the palm. Allergy to the cactus?
woke up day before yesterday with a painful small lump on left palm. Even with mag glass cannot see a bite mark, (thought might be spider) soaking had no effect, it itches a bit on the surface, but pressure on it is painful. I am a yarn spinner, and thought... | Hi It could be an insect bite. If the lump is still there, better to apply some ointment (steroids 0.1% beclomethasone) and watch for any regression or increase in it's size. sometime it can cause severe infection of the skin, rather below the upper layer of the skin called cellulitis which need good effective treatmen... | |
How can I get relief from abdominal pain on the right side ?
Hi I am having alot of pain in my right side. It started this morning and I am very concerned, | Hi there Could you please specify on the right side of which part of the body . | |
Suggest treatment for seizures
hi I have seizures problem but very rarely i am on eption 300 mg from last 3 year and my course is complete and i going to discontinue my medicine slowly, but again I had fits on 9th September after 3 year, i had MRI and other test done all are clear, so what is the reason for this probl... | seizure can occur without any lesion on MRI. other test as EEG may be normal in seizure disorder. after drug withdrawl you have repeated seizure, so it is best for you to continue eptoin for long time next 2 yr. then eptoin should be slowly tappered for next 6 month than stop if seizure controlled. but if seizure recur... | |
Q. I have irregular heavy bleeding. Is something wrong with my uterus?
Hello Doctor, I am an 18 year old female. I had my normal period last week and it lasted for 7 days. Then three days after this it started again and was really heavy.This happens almost every month. Is something wrong with my uterus? | Hi. There can be so many reasons for irregular heavy bleeding. It can be a part of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding which has to be found out. You need to get routine blood investigations including thyroid profile and a basic pelvic scan done. Also take regular iron to correct anemia due to heavy blood loss. This is not norma... | |
What causes yellow discoloration of abdomen in a child?
Hello, my 5 yeras old daughter had a diarhoea last night and than was sick all night and morning, hat temp. is about 38.5 and her tummy is yellow, was thinking about some hepatitis? but her eyes and skin evrywhere else look normal. Can you please advise what this... | you must do liver function test and kidney function test for excluding any dangerous inflammation take paracetamol only to control the fever | |
How can Xanax dependence be gradually weaned off?
I am trying to come off of withdrawals from xanax I have been on them for 3 months and he started me out the first month at .25 the next month at .50 and now 1 mg I don t know why he up them and I didn t know you couldn t just stop taking them now I am having withdrawa... | Hi dear.I understand your concern.Xanax contains clonazepam.It is anxiolytic which can be used in anxiety.If you do not have such features then start gradually decrease the dose to avoid withdrawal.Generally it has very less withdrawal features.I have advised in my patient following wayStart from 1 mg, reduce it to 0.5... | |
How can stabbing pain in the clavicle area be treated?
I have a sharp hot pin point stabbing pain in my right clavicle area, earlier today, the same stabbing hot pain occured on the left side under my arm pit . also this afternoon the same pain occured in my right calf and thigh area.. what can this be as it appears t... | Hi, You can take analgesics like Acetaminophen or Diclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms are severe better to consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest treatment for swollen and painful knee
Both my knee are swelling painful. Any journey up the stairs for me is absolutely horrid. I can barely get up them. I m a very busy person so I m just presuming its arthritis. My psoriasis is really really bad at the moment and covers 75% of my body. This is extremely unu... | HiWelcome to healthcaremagicI have gone through your query and understand your concern. You are most probably having arthritis. As you are also having psoriasis so it may be possible that you are having psoriatic arthritis. Diacerine and glucosamine may be helpful in psoriatic arthritis. Analgesic such as ibuprofen is... | |
Father has parkinson. Pressure is falling, starts shaking. Have dementia. Less appetite. Treatment?
My father 78 years age is suffering from parkinson & it is in a quite an advanced stage. Earlier it was deteriorating but was fine going to markets etc. Just 4 months back had orthostatic hypotenstion his pressure is fa... | Hello friend,"It is painful to see" - you have written. I am a Homoeopath. As a doctor belonging to a different system of treatment, it is also painful to read your letter . You were made to believe that your father will be improving by the twelve medicines he is taking at present and hundreds of medicines might have b... | |
Child with periodic severe stomach pain, prescribed Zantac. Had eaten peanut butter. Is she allergic to peanut butter?
My 15 yo daughter has been having sever stomach pain off and on for a cpl wks. We have seen a dr and they recommended Zantac . Tonight she s having another bout of pain and noticed there may be a link... | Dear sir/madam, I am really concerned that your child is suffering from stomach pain. If she has taken peanut butter previously without any stomach pain before, then it is unlikely to be the cause. Allergies don't appear all of a sudden at this age without symptoms in childhood. There are many causes for stomach pain w... | |
Suggest remedies for chronic allergic cold
i have alargic cold from more then five years an operated too for the same but no relief till now.The opration was held bofore one and an a hour year but the condition is same.I become restless during that alargic cold which is almost daily happend.SOcan u suggest me the solu... | Hello,For allergic cold, primary tips are:- Deep breathing exercises.- Inhalation of vapors of boiled water added Karvol capsule with blanket over the head.- Avoidance exposure to cold, moist weather, air conditioners, cooler, shower water directly overhead.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist y... | |
What causes poor memory?
Hi I am a 46 year old woman who is experiencing difficulty remembering names of objects and people and recalling information. This happens most days. I can be talking to people and can’t think of the word for things or I hesitate while I think what the word is. What is happening to me? | Dear userWe understand your concernsI went through your details. Anxiety, depression etc can cause memory issues. You need to consult a neurologist in order to assess yourself for memory issues like dementia.If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. Make sure that you include every minute det... | |
How can a boil on the roof of the mouth be treated?
I Have A Huge Boil At The Top Of My Mouth. It Sits On The Second Tooth At The Back. It s A Gum Boil And It Hurts Really Bad. I Can t Eat And I Can t Close My Mouth All The Way Or It ll Start To Hurt. What Do You Suggest I Should Do About It While At Home. P.S ( Their... | Hi..Thanks for the query..As per your complain a gum boil can occur as a result of infection and trauma in gums leading to stuffing of bacteria deep into the gums leading to formation of a pus filled bubble known as a "GUM BOIL"In case of a gum boil you should get the professional cleaning of the gums and teeth done fo... | |
Q. I think the CT abdomen shows some liver problem. Kindly suggest solution.
Hello doctor, I may have a liver problem and would like to get advice. I had done some medical tests recently and the liver turned out to be a bit problematic for me. Hence, thought of consulting a specialist. I am currently blood pressure, b... | Hello. I have gone through your query. Your BP and cholesterol levels seem to be fairly well under control of treatment. Kindly share all your available reports, liver function tests, and details of the symptoms and problem that you are facing at present. Kindly get back with the above details and any other questions i... | |
Suggest treatment for pus formation at tooth extraction site
I had tooth #20 extracted on 8/22/14. I am noticing today white pusss forming around the extraction site and tenderness in the area. I received two stitches so l thought that didn't have worry about dry socket. But l noticed a blood clot and the area stil... | Hello,Thanks for consulting HCMRead your query, as you have undergone extraction now you feel pus in socket is due to infection in socket dont worry I will suggest you to consult your dentist andgo for oral examination of socket and if needed go for investigations iopa xray of unhealed socket and go for treatment ir... | |
What causes recurrence episodes of palpitations?
I am a 30-year-old male from India, presently working as a Medical Transcriptionist in Saudi Arabia. My cardiologist doctor diagnosed the following problems: Recurrent episodes of Palpitation for the last 3 months Assosiated with dizziness Clinically mid systolic click,... | Dear SirThanks for your query.Recurrent palpitation are very well known to be associated with mitral valve prolapse syndrome. It is better that they are caused by VE and respond to betablockers. Most of the time VEs are benign condition and should not be a cause for worry. Excessive anxiety may lead to increase in VE a... | |
Does exposure to paint fumes trigger shortness of breath?
I can t always take a deep breath.. Symptoms went away for a wile.. Recently I painted in my garage and I have a similar ( Can t always take a satisfying breath issue ) .. I had smoked Meth in my younger years frequently .. Is it possible that exposure to the p... | Thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. Yes, it is quite possible to have allergy due to colour fumes. They are known allergen.Whenever exposure happens, these fumes go in the lungs and activate allergic inflammation. Which causes edema and bronchospasm. This causes wheexmzing and... | |
How to avoid withdrawal symptoms after quitting cymbalta ?
I was on Cymbalta for 2 months 60 milligrams 3 days ago I started taking prozac 20 milligrams stop the Cymbalta cold turkey I am wondering if would help with that the withdrawals or would it be dangerous.and how long should I expect the Cymbalta 2 affect me or... | cymbalta is brand name of antidepressant duloxetine which has half life in body of 8 to 17 hours, means it requires average 12 hrs for its concentrtion to become half after oral intake... when u take it regularly the steady state plasma level is achieved n it require at least 24 to 40 hours for drug to be cleared from ... | |
What causes chest pains with fluttering?
My sister's been having a lot of stress. Well here lately everything she eats goes straight through her. She is on vacation, it stopped. But the other day she suddenly felt like vomiting, she ran to the bathroom, had to lay in the floor, she was about to pass out. She felt bett... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, we should first rule out heart diseases like arrhythmia (rhythm disturbances in heart) because Fluttering sensations in chest, chest paid etc are common symptoms of arrhythmia. So consult doctor and get done 1. Ecg 2. 2d echo 3.... | |
Feeling sick, vomiting, itching and burning sensation. Had peanut butter. Allergic?
I woke up 2am last night feeling sick & ran to bathroom. a little bit of diarrhea.. thought I was going to throw up... My hands & feet starting burning, then itching. Next thing I knew I had welts all over... legs, back, stomach &... | Hi, thanks for using healthcare magicIt sounds as though you are experiencing an allergic reaction. If you had a previous positive allergy test to peanuts then this is most likely the cause.Peanuts are highly allergenic, you need to avoid them, they have to potential to cause a severe allergic response. You need to spe... | |
Red itchy rash along jawline, below cheek, blotchy skin, no dietary or cosmetic changes. Causes?
I have developed a red, itchy, rash along my jawline just below my cheek. It was almost in a straight line parallel to my jaw bone when I first noticed it this morning although it wasn t itchy. When I got home from school ... | Hello, Thanks for writing to us.Atopic dermatitis is an allergic manifestation which gets precipitated by warm climate and sweating. You should consult with internal medicine specialist/ dermatologist and should go for thorough check up. Treatment depends on clinical examination. You should apply parmethrin lotion alon... | |
What causes high temperature of 105 Fahrenheit with chills?
I am 63 years old and last night I had a high fever but no way to take but I had hard chills that lasted a good 20 mins.. Tonight my temp spiked to 105 with hard chills. I have no other symptoms but the chills left me exhausted. Should I go to the ER OR WHAT. | HelloSuch type of high grade fever may be due to these possibilities , these include:1 Malaria , diagnosis can be confirmed by blood film for malarial parasite.2 Viral fever , usually associated with cough and cold with sore throat.3 Urinary tract infection . Diagnosis can be confirmed urine culture test .At present ... | |
What causes a large blood clot in the left leg ?
I had a blood clot in my lung 2 years ago, and a large one at that. They still don t know why or how it happened. Now I have one large deep in my lower left leg and they are removing it through the groin , before they do the procedure, they are doing a scan on my heart.... | hello, Both ways possible, however if you don't have any heart dysfunction then less likely to occur from heart to legs. The more common one is from legs to heart and lungs. This occurs due to prolonged immobilisation, trauma to legs, serious illness or operation leading to bed ridden condition, or sometimes due to th... | |
Q. Shall I opt Finasteride for hair loss?
Hi doctor, I am losing my hair day by day. Can I use Finasteride? I have hydrocele. Is it related to my testosterone? | Hi. Please do not go to Finasteride straight away. First, the cause and the pattern of your hair loss have to be assessed. It could vary from seborrheic dermatitis to androgenic alopecia to any other skin disorders too. Then, treatment can be planned. Have a consultation with a dermatologist for physical evaluation and... | |
How should vomiting, loose motion and fever be treated?
my daughter had vomiting and loose motion this evening ,which later turned into high fever ,which is not coming down even after two doses . The temperature is around 101 and102 which is not coming down. Kindly let me know what to do as its middle of the night | Your child is suffering from an acute gastro enteritis which is most commonly caused due to preformed bacterial toxins in some food item that she has taken. The effect is usually short lived lasting for a day or two but may also continue for as long as 5 days. The cause does not need to be treated unless associated wit... | |
What could be the painless moving lump on the back of neck?
I have a small lump on the back of the right side of my neck. it's not painful, but the right side of my neck is stiff. it feels as if the bump is on a tendon and it moves when I turn or stretch my neck different ways. I noticed the bump after I had been carr... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some soft tissue tumor like lipoma, neurofibroma or dermatofibroma. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology or biopsy of that lump. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Surgical exc... | |
Suggest treatment for painful bowel movements in a child
My 5 1/2 month old daughter is in pain when she tries to have a bowel movement. I gave her 4 oz of apple juice yesterday and last night we gave her a small portion of a Glycerin Suppository to try and help her, after about 20-30 mins, she was able to a small bow... | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic. I think your kid is having habitual constipation. I have certain questions and suggestions for you.Questions:1. Did your kid pass motion or meconium on day one of life?2. Since how long is the kid constipated?3. Does the kid have any bleeding along with hard stools?4.... | |
What causes gagging after feeding in infants?
new born baby is gagging after her feed...had shortness of breath and was blue around the mouth. She was taken to hospital and all tests were clear... was told it is acid reflux...baby is being sent home but the problem of the baby gagging hasn t been solved...terrified to... | HiIt happens due to reflux of stomach contents and the aspiration into lungs. You may use the following measures to help him out:- always burp him properly in between and after the feeds.- keep his head end of the bed at higher levels. The gravity will help in prevention of refluxes.-Give feeds as per demand and avoid ... | |
Suggest treatment for have a loose bottom tooth
I have a lump betweenlower molar gum and insidecheek. I am a cardiac patient & had open heart surgery over a year ago. This does not hurt and isnot apparently weeping just lump that came up. Ihad an allergic reaction to antibiotic dr called in &he did not replace the ... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The lump over the gums could be because of the gum infection leading to periodontal abscess or tooth infection leading to periapical abscess. The loose teeth could be because of the bone loss, that can be because of the deposits, age factor or tooth infection. Consu... | |
What causes lump on upper part of testicle?
Good day Dr. I am Calvin, 20 years old, male. for almost a year I noticed that I have a lump on the upper part of my left testicle. I can feel that the affected is in the cord of the testicle, but my right part has not. I am not experiencing any pains at all, except for a di... | Hi, thanks for sharing your health concerns with HCM! If I were your treating Doctor for this case of upper pole of testis lump, I would come up with three possibilities, these include: 1. benign tumor of the epididymis or spermatic cord might be adenomatoid tumor or spermatocele like conditions 2. Th... | |
Is type 2 diabetes recognised through frequent thirst and urination?
Hello! Over the past week or so, I have experience an increased need to urinate and increased thirst. I have read online (bad, I know) that those are symptoms of type 2 diabetes. I had my fasting glucose checked back in June and it was 95. Can it inc... | Hi,Thanks for your question.Noted your concern.Yes increased frequency of urination, thirst, weight loss despite of increased apatite are symptoms of hyperglycemia (Diabetes).In such a case I may suggest following evaluation-- Complete Blood Count.- Fasting and post-prandial blood sugar level.- HbA1c.- Urea, creatinine... | |
Can having no children increase my body weight suddenly ?
hi i am 25 yrs old and i got married at the age of 23. i have nobaby.doc said due to your husband low sperm count , two yrs before my weight was 63 ..but now i am 77 kg ....i got fats overall on my body specially my face get swelled ...my lower abdomenal incres... | Hi, Welcome to Healthcare Magic Forum. You may be having either Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or Hypothyroidism. Get yourself examined by a Gynecologist to rule out the exact cause. Exercise regularly and go for brisk walking daily for 30 to 40minutes. Avoid high calorie foods. Take Care. | |
What is the treatment for Herpes on the upper back and right chest under ribs?
Dear Sir, I m Mozaffar Hassan, 38years Male. From last 4/3 I was suffering seems harpies on back upper body and right chest under the breast. Its quiet painful all those and how can I get rid from that disease? Pls help to advise. Thanks/ M... | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.Herpes should be treated by acyclovir tablet. It should be taken under your doctors guidance.Complete treatment should be taken otherwise infection will recur. Herpes is notorious for ... | |
Got root canal done. What can be done about the pain? Why is the area annoying?
I got root canal done in 2 sittings. The 2nd sitting was on Sept 1, 2012 and have called for capping to be done on this thursday (Sept 13). Though after first sitting I didn,t experienced any pain or discomfort, but 2 days after the 2nd si... | Hello there, Thanks for writing your query. Pain after root canal treatment indicates few remnants still left in the affected tooth which need to be clean. So i would suggest you visit back to your dentist and get thorough clinical examination and x-ray of the same tooth and adjacent teeth to be done to rule out the ca... | |
What does a lump on back indicate?
my baby is 6 months old and I just discovered a lump on his back just on the tip of his right rib cage. i am frantic and plan on taking him to the doctor tomorrow. have you heard talk of this before. also when he lies on his stomach you can see the lump protruding out . | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Youmay have some benign lesion or may have some protruding lesion. You should go for ultrasound of that lump and if needed go for fine needle aspiration cytology. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, i... | |
Suggest treatment for influenza
I have been sick for about 4 days now with flu like symptoms and have had intermittent pain in my roght side. I am getting pleanty of fluids but now my urine output is starting to have a fishy smell when all I am drinking is distilled water. I have drank about about 64 Oz of water but... | Hi thanks for asking question.Continue drinking water more.You can do your routine urine examination and ultrasound examination to rule out nephritis or UTI like condition.Here to see whether you have flu associated pneumonia you can do chest x ray if fever,cough present.Take more fruits.Oseltamivir drug can be taken i... | |
Can i get pregnant while suffering from fibroadenoma of breast?
sir, i am sathya,28yrs,165cm in hgt,52kg in wgt.I got married before 2yrs. I have got a cyst in my breast before 2 yrs and the doctor diagnosed as a fibro adonoma. I think it may be 2cm in size. I have no child yet and plan to get soon. Is this ademona... | Hi, fibroadenoma breast has no effect on pregnancy. But it can grow and can be malignant also. So, you need to get it removed surgically. Discuss with your doctor regarding this. However there is no harm in conceiving with it. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any other query I will be happy to help. R... | |
What causes a lump on the arm?
I notices a small lump on my arm which was red with like a pinprick sized white spot at the top of it a few days ago, I thought it was an insect bite. Whilst in the shower today it has now got a almost perfect red oval shaped circle covering it and is a little painful to the touch. | Hi, thanks for sharing your health concerns with HCM!If I were your treating Doctor for this case of PAINFUL arm nodule, I would come up with only one and one possibility and that is an infected sebaceous cyst turned into an abscess!I suggest you to go for an FNAC of the nodule for confirmation and to relieve your conc... | |
What could it be if experiencing severe pain in the shin and sensation like worm crawling in the calf?
Female 52yr, 5ft4 160lbs have fibroid in uterus, but normally very healthy, I ve been experiencing sudden onset of Severe!! Pain in my upper left Shin, no warning when resting, sitting, or standing, no particular pat... | Hi,thank you for providing the brief history of you.A thorough clinical examination is advised.As you are 52 years old, there might be some degenerative changes in the spine and this might be leading to pinch of the nerve as well and this might be the cause of the pain which comes and goes without any prior signs.Also,... | |
Pain radiating from bottom of spine to skull. History of spinal stenosis, psoriasis, migraine. What might be the problem?
Since 2008 I have been experiencing intense pain that throbs and radiates from the bottom of my spine up to the bottom of my skull. It would happen infrequently until about a year ago. It's now hap... | may be its an autoimmune disorder continue the steroids drugs do not stop them if u stop that drugs abrutely u will be landing in emegency problems | |
Suggest treatment for waist and back pain
For several months I have a dull ache on my right side of my waist and towards my back..that at first was only when I laid on my right side. The last week it seems to be continuous. I am 54, female no gallbladder and a full hysterectomy. I am a survivor of Hodgkins lymphoma si... | hi,thank-you for providing the brief history.As your age is 54, and you had Hodgkin's lymphoma for which you had a treatment now I feel this pain is more of a muscular and needs a thorough clinical examination and post which with simple drug therapy and some physical therapy you should respond well in 2-3 weeks of time... | |
What should be done for pain and swelling in the knuckles and arm after an injury?
I tripped and fell 2 days ago. Evidently hit my left arm because it is very dark purple-black from above elbow to wrist, sores on knuckles and very swollen. It is very sore but can t say it hurts that bad. I can move it and have feeling... | Hi, It may be due to minor contusion or fractures that may developed following the trauma. As a first line of management you can apply ice packs and take analgesics like Ibuprofen or Diclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist, better to consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. L... | |
Can an anti inflammatory medication help with numbness and pain on the right hand?
I VE PERIODICALLY BEEN HAVING NUMBNESS AND PAIN ONLY AT NIGHT WITH MY RIGHT HAND. DOES ANTI INFLAMATORY MEDICATION HELP THIS? I DON T HAVE INSURANCE FOR SURGERY BUT ALSO HAVEN T YET TRIED THE BRACE. DON T TIPICALLY LIKE TAKING ANY MEDS,... | Hi, The pain can be reduced by anti-inflammatory medicines and numbness can improve with methylcobalamin supplements. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
How long does zyprexa, endep, valproate takes to treat depression?
I have been on endep 400mg per day zyprexa 7.5mg per day and valproate 200mg per day ive been taking these meds for the past 3 years and have helped however ive been so happy I forget to take them all the time and have been feeling depressed again ive ... | Hello,Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query.I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through.It may take 2 weeks again to show its effects. You need to keep taking medicines until then. If the response is still not there then you would have to change the... | |
Suggest remedy for swollen tonsils with cranker sore after taking Zithromax Z pack
I started with a cold (runny nose, itchy throat) on Monday and my doctor prescribed me Z pack. Since starting that medication, I have gotten worse. My tonsils have become very swollen and sore. I have canker sores and swollen painful gu... | Hi..Thanks for the query..As per your complain canker sores along with painful swollen gums along with burning sensation in esophagus and stomach is a clear indication that you have side effects of the antibiotic intake causing Apthous Stomatitis and Gastritis..You should consult your treating physician and get evaluat... | |
What is the treatment for high blood pressure with abnormal EKG?
I am 53 year old female i weigh 170 lbs and am 5ft 5in. I have always been in good health. Started menapause at 40. I just had an EKG and it showed normal sinus rythm, and biatrial enlargement, blood pressure was 140/80, I don't have HBP, had ekg last ye... | HelloHypertension is defined as consistently elevated BP, more than 130/85. The EKG finiding of biatrial enlargement suggests the blood pressure has been elevated at least for a couple of months.First step is to decrease salt and alcohol intake. As you mention hypertension can be hereditary, and can lead to mini strok... | |
Suggest treatment for recurring stomach aches
I have stomach aches like I need to poop but when I go I can only pass a little wind the aches come and go throughout the day for the past 4 days now and I haven t really had a proper poop in that time I normally poop twice a day it s really uncomfortable | Hi! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.If I were your doctor I would advise you to avoid eating from outside to prevent any chances of intestinal infections creeping in. A stool test for ova and cyst would diagnose it , and treatment would solve your problem. Apart from this, I would also advise you wit... | |
Is patchy paranchymal scars curable?
Sir, I got my CT Scan with the result of Patchy paranchymal scars and fibrotic strands in both apices with bilateral mild apical plural thickening. ....is it curable. .....only asbestos is the cause unless other causes are there. ......is it treatable. .....kindly clear my doubts, ... | Thanks for your question on HCM.In my opinion you should not worry about it. If you are asymptomatic than no treatment is required.Scar tissue is nothing but fibrosis and it is inactive. And it will remain as it is throughout the life. So no treatment is required if you are asymptomatic. And causes for your lesion are1... | |
Memory loss, confusion. Prescribed Donep. Diagnosis? Tests required?
Sir ,.my father is 76 years old.For last 7years had had been suffering from the problem of recent memory loss .Now it is developed to the extend that eveytime he cofused regarding place and prson. He was shown to Doctor .at the time of examination ... | Dear Bijit, i persume that you father's memory and other higher mental functions like cognition speech etc were normal before 60 yrs of age. Then this looks like a case of Alzhiemer's Type DEMENTIA, which is usually treated with first line medication as DONEPEZIL which in a way acts as a booster (prevents destruction o... | |
How to treat cold and cough in a 8 months old child?
i want toknow whether wikoryl af drops is over dose for babies or can i give them.i have a 8months old girl baby who is suffering from cold,cough and nasal congestion for the past 5days..i ve been giving her wikoryl but seems no improvement..slightly better..should ... | Hi,Thanks and welcome to healthcare magic.Wickoryl syrup or drops can be given safely to 8 months old baby .Local instillation of saline nasal drops relieves congestion and blocked nose.Zn-20 syrup 5 ml will prevent cold.If possible steam inhalation gives relief soon.Keep the baby warm and avoid cold atmosphere.Hope th... | |
Suggest treatment for dog bite
Hello doctor, in my street there are 5 puppy newly born less than one month.her mother and puppies both have some problem of khujali ke .i was feeding food to him then one of them puppy may bit me.there is very very minner cut just like pen niddle.help me | Hi, I appreciate your concern as Dog bites could lead to severe disease. Most probably there would have been no transmission or the dog may have not been infected, but to be 100% sure as there is no care for Rabies, I suggest that you take a full course of Anti-rabies Vaccine (ARV) and Tetanus shots which is free in an... | |
Suggest treatment for back pain
hello, I am a 44 year old mechanic with chronic back/knee pains. I have a narrowing in the L4/L5 area and, sciatic problems there also. I have been taking 10/325 Norco on and off for many years now(under supervision). My problem is that it does not seem to take away my back pain for ver... | Hello, I have studied your case.I will advise MRI spine to see for any nerve compression leading to back pain.Medication like methylcobalamine with muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor.You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, o... | |
What causes a spot and dryness in the foreskin from which puss is oozing out?
Hello I need help , 4 - 5 days a go i had a spot on my foreskin and it started to hurt . Then the spot got bigger and the skin got dry , so then I pick the foreskin off . Puff came out and lot of blood , so bit of the fore skin is off , anyw... | Brief Answer:STI or inflammation following a trauma during rough sexDetailed Answer:Hello dearI had gone through your question very diligently and I can understand your concern I see such patients in my clinic routinely and I will definitely help you as well in best possible wayLooking at your history and photos this c... | |
Can tea be consumed instead of milk in case of alopecia?
i have recently noticed that m suffering from alopecia areata ...it is at a minor stage... but i feel depressed when i think that i will lose my hair if not taken proper care...i have been asked to take proper diet,proteins , vitamins, milk n milk products...but... | Hi Dear,Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of hair fall which is mainly due to hormonal changes, age factor and could be due to fungal infection. You should not take excess of coffee/tea. I would suggest you to consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe medicine like... |
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