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What causes tingling, numbness and weakness in lower extremities?
sometimes i go numb from my waist to my feet and i have to get down before i fall.. i fell real funny and tingles from waist down.. when this happens i cant walk.. in about 10 mins it goes away ..but my feet feel tingles..it has been happening more ofte... | HelloYour symptoms may be related to nerve involvement in lumbo-sacral region.Besides clinical correlation,you may need X-ray and MRI of L/S spine.MRI is the best investigation to detect inter vertebral disc prolapse,nerve root compression etc.You may also need routine hemogram,random blood sugar,serum calcium,vitamin ... | |
Q. Will Kalarchikai cure multiple ovarian cysts in PCOD?
Hello doctor, I have multiple small cysts in both ovaries (PCOS). Our family friend suggested me to consume Kalarchikai medicine, powdered mixed with pepper and honey to have it for one mandalam (48 days). I have completed nearly 44 days by consuming one small b... | Hello. I just read your query. See Kalarachi Kai choornam is helpful in amenorrhea. As far as small cysts are concerned they are unmatured eggs which failed to induce menstrual cycle previously, as a result, they got collected in the ovary and they will remain in the ovary. Now, you have got your periods you can start ... | |
Have a huge lump on the arm which is painful
a huge lump appeared on my arm just under my wrist very sore painfull didnt hit my arm or hurt my arm in anyway it come up at 8pm i went to sleep lump still there woke up at 5am lump tottally gone but left with a huge black bruise which is getting darker every day instead o... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.You may have some insect bite or edema due to inflammation. It will come back to normal within few days. No need to worry. If it remain persistent then consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly.Hope I have answered your question, if you h... | |
Suggest treatment for ankle swelling
Ankle My ankle swells up pretty bad from just walking around. Im 41 years old. I am 185lbs and i m 5 10 tall. Think i am in pretty good shape. I stay as active as i can. I play football from August till the beginning of November. And i usually run 2 miles a day on a treadmill. Have... | Hello, At present your concern is swelling at your ankles. A minimal physical activity leading to swelling at ankle may be due to following reasons:1. High blood pressure2. Diabetes3. Thyroid disorder4. Venous stasis due to varicose vein5. Any blockage of venous return in course of vein due to any reason6. Swelling or... | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it... | |
Q. How to get rid of the spots on my penis?
Hi doctor, I have been getting spots on my penis. I do not remember that I had them as a kid. I know it has been getting more over time, but really slow that I do not realize it. I remember that the doctor messed up my circumcision and my parents were going to sue the doctor... | Hello. I have gone through all your photos (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Basically you have two queries. First the extra skin which you want to remove. That can be possible by surgery but if you do not have any problem with that then you avoid surgical procedure now. Second are the patches. Well, le... | |
Suggest treatment for pain,redness and swelling in flat feet
I had flat feet since birth and i been experincing pain every day and it got to a point where I have to take motion,advil,and tyenol to stop the pain but I stopped because they weren t helping the pain so what should I do. I tried arch supports and all they ... | Hello,Your symptoms are quite common due to the deformation in your feet. For this reason, I would recommend consulting with an orthopedist and discussing about surgery.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist | |
Cellular and deep penetrating fibrous histiocytoma, CD43 positive in blood vessels. Cancer?
I have recently been told that a lesion removed from my leg is cellular and deep penetrating fibrous histiocytoma.My doctor wants to do a wider excision of the area again. He said he is confident about the outcome but local rec... | Fibrous histiocytoma is a type of tumor that does not spread to other parts of the body. However it is a locally aggressive tumor and recurs locally even after adequate surgery. So, recurrence at the same site after inadequate surgery is almost sure shot. Thus, a wide excision of the area is mandatory. As, i said, loca... | |
Suggest treatment for cough
I am having a lot of health issues lately. I have been sick almost every month. I have had a cough for 3 weeks now with no sick symptoms, and just today I woke up with my right lymph node swollen and an ear ache(same side) Should I go to the doctor? My throat doesn't hurt at all my only sym... | cough and a lymphogland can be a tuberculosis, infectious mononucleosis, any fungal disease, or may be any Upper respiratory infections. It may be HIV too....There is a long list. You need to go to the OPD. | |
Are there any side effects of taking Rifampicin and ethambutol?
age 46, weight 49, height 160. i am female,name jackoline. i have rectal cancer. i took preoperative chemoradiation xeloda and 50.4gy. under went low anterior resection. now taking chemo 5fu... i have tuberculosis diagonised during surgery, taking inh,rif... | By the description that you have given, i assume that you have stage 3 rectal cancer. The treatment you have received is standard and scientifically correct, except that the chemo drugs you are receiving are inadequate. I would have preferred a 2-3 drug regime rather than a single drug one. For your stage, with comple... | |
Suggest treatment for coldness, episodes of blackout and blood clot in heart
Hello, my name is Alex, I am a female. I am 14, almost 15 and in 8th grade. I am 5 5 height, and my weight is 115 ibs I have been to 5 different doctors, and 2 different hospitals. My mother and I have paid thousands to dollars to get help fo... | It seems that you have more than one problem and they're not so simple. The easiest first. Your perception of temperature may differ from other people for many reasons. The most common is just preference and conditioning but there are some medical reasons. Your description suggests that you will have had testing for th... | |
Severe swelling, redness around the gums post removal of wisdom teeth, pain on brushing, sensitive to drinks, have good dental record. Medicines?
Hi, I had all four wisdom teeth removed December 28th 2011 and at first there was a kind of an over-bite? Well, now there is a considerable amount of swelling and redness ar... | hi.there may be two cause due to which u r having pain and swelling on the left side after removal of wisdom tooth.1.there may be distal pocket formation between ur gum mucosa and 2nd molar, where plaque is getting accumulated and leading to pain and swelling.2.sometimes the distal cusps of upper 2nd molar may impinge ... | |
Polyp in the gall bladder, abnormal spot on the liver. History of lump removed from the back. Blood and mucus in stool
Hi Charles,I was referred to a surgeon because I have a polyp in my gall badder and I have to have it removed. The Dr. also found that there is an abnormal spot on my liver as well and has changed wi... | Please see your doctor to investigate further passing blood in your stools. I am not able to understand what an abnormal spot on the liver means. Also this increase in size of your lymph node needs to be looked into. Take care | |
How long it takes to cure soft tissue muscular damage?
I was involved in a car accident 5 days ago Im 40, 16 stone and have crohns disease. I was hit from the rear when I did an emergency stop the vehicle behind ran straight into back of me. I got out car but had to sit down and then was taken on a spinal board to hos... | Hello, Any soft tissue recovery will take between 3-5weeks.During this period,the affected area needs to be protected to prevent any excessive movement or strain.Rest nature will heal by it self. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Rajesh Gayakwad | |
Is is normal to pass stools 4 times a day for a 3month old?
Hi! doctor. my baby is three months old girl baby. from the time of birth till she was passing motion once a day. after 45 days we gave her lactogen1 from that she was motioning 2 times a day. from day 60 she was motioning 5 or 6 times a day like loose motion... | Hello. Thank you for your query. Yes I think she is well now. For a 3 month old baby is normal to poo 4-5 times per day or every time she nurses or drink a bottle of formula. Don't worry. If the symptoms come back you should check again with your doctor. | |
25 year old having neck pain. Spinal MRI showing disc protrusion in the subarachnoid space. What does it mean?
im 25 yrs old, my weight is 45 kg, n my lenght is 163 cm, i have a neck pain , n pain radiating to my arm , n now i have limitation of movement in my left hand, i made MRI cervical spine n this is the result:... | Hello, Subarachnoid space is a fluid filled space which is present all around the spinal cord throughout its length. When a small disc bulge is present it first presses on the subarachnoid space and if it increases further, there is a possibility that it will compress the cord. So in your case it is not compressing the... | |
What causes chest/heart pain, trouble in breathing, light headed after standing?
Every time i stand up (normal speed) my chest/heart hurt for about 30 seconds to a min an it's hard to breathe. Also i get light headed and lose vision for about 20 seconds and get close to blacking out while my eyes are open. I'm anemic,... | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!Regarding your concern, your symptoms are very suggestive of orthostatic hypotension. A chronic anemia can exacerbate this condition. I recommend you to closely monitor your blood pressure in sitting and standing up position. A decrease more than 20mm Hg in your systolic bl... | |
Is normal pregnancy possible while having RH negative blood group?
i am women with rh negative blood group and my first husband is A1B+ and i got conceived and got medically terminated but not given Ro gam. Now my second husband blood group is A1+ and I got conceived two times but when I went for ultravaginal scaninig... | welcomedont worry..there are many causes for your repeated early pregnancy abortion..the causes must be ruled out..you can have normal pregnancy and chance of having normal pregnancy even after 3 abortions is 70 percent...just consult your doctor and get various tests to know the actual cause of your abortion..thanks | |
What causes chest pain after drinking protein shake?
I consider myself to be a healthy male,19, always active, but eveytime i drink a protein shake (jay robb protein, half a bannana, berries, almond milk) my chest hurts left lower pectorial and left upper ab. This has been going on for quite sometime now, over a year,... | Hi Dear !! Thanks for your query to HCM .Read and reviewed your query and health concerns. IN the given situation, You seems to have suffered from-Banana -fructose/ or Milk shake-with lactose intolerance / or Whey protein in -Protein powder allergy, would be possible cause of Chest pain after drinking protein shake.Che... | |
How can anxiety and panic attacks be treated?
I was taking Zoloft(panic disorder -Xanax on & off) for 20 years with percocet 10 mg. During the last year, I started feeling anxious and having some panic attacks. I haven’t been taking Xanax for along time. My pcp put me on Lexapro 20 mg & .50 Xanax -1 per day. After abo... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Anxiety is body's defense mechanism and anxiety is essential for body's fight or flight response. Panic attacks are usually due to underlying anxiety disorder. Treatment of anxiety and panic attacks are with a combination of ... | |
Is open heart surgery only solution for stenosis?
i been told i have moderate stenosis 31 gradient,but it would be too risky to replace mechanical aortic valve which i recieved back in 1991. they said it would be 5 times riskier to repeat open heart surgery at this time. I,m 48 years old right now, had the first surge... | Hello thanks for posting here. I have gone through your description. the severity of your aortic valve stenosis is mild to mderate with a pressure gradient of only 31. Hence surgery is not an option at this stage. You have to be on medications for the time being. However you have to follow up repeatedly every year with... | |
How to treat hard lump in between eye and nose?
I have a small, hard lump under the skin between the top of my eye and the very top of my nose. It's not noticeable looking at me, I can only feel it by touch. I've had a slight tenderness in the eye over the past few days and that's how I noticed it. It feels fixed in p... | I think you might have infection or blockage of tear duct in other words you are suffering from lacrimal duct blockage. which might have infected leading to a tender lump. see an opthalmologist | |
Can gas cause abdominal pain and back pain?
hello, i have missed my period, my last period was dec 7 . and its now jan 16, n i have pinching feelins on my left overie area n i go to the washroom alot, i have sore lower back, i cant lay on my belly , i feel bloated, i have gas what could this mean. | Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.This looks to be an intestinal infection and you need top take antibiotics and probiotics , you will be fine. This may not be related to the missed period at all unless pregnancy test is positive ( go for it). | |
What is the treatment for the spine to bring back to normal curve without surgery?
my daughter is 18 years old and 4 year ago had a partial thoratic spinal fusion for her scoliosis. Now her lumbar is curving. We really do not want to do a full fusion. Her curve was at 48 percent pre surgery. Post surgery it went dow... | Hello welcome to HCM, It is quit understandable to avoid full spinal fusion and we as surgeons always strive for selective thoracic fusion in Lenke 1 Curves. However, there is no gold standard established as of now for selective thoracic fusion for scoliosis and we spine surgeons are still exploring the ideal lower ins... | |
Does worsening of pleural thickening cause chest pain?
yes - my husband has had pleural thickening for appx two years now , but right at this moment he has considerable pain more on the right side of the chest, he has had a blood test and an xray and is waiting the results - would the pleural thickening have got worse... | HelloMild pleural thickening generally doesn't cause chest pain.Pleural thickening may be due to sequel of past infection.It is generally a permanent benign finding and patient usually doesn't require any treatment.It may require treatment only when it compromises pulmonary functions.Pleural thickening may cause sympto... | |
Suggest treatment for pain in the lower left side of the chest
hi,i have a pain in the lower left side of the chest,which i assume to be caused by alcohol and smoking.the pain is kind of uncomfortable n dull,around the pancreas,spleen area.well,stopping is an option,but may i know what exact it is.i have been smoking ... | Hai.pls change ur life style, drinking and smoking.so many reasons can be there in ur case. It can bedie to gastrtis, pancreatitis, cardiac related, pleuritic pains.pls get an ecg, chestxray,ultrasound abdomen, sugar level serum amylase, lipase, cholesterol levels,liver function tests, upper gastrointestinal endoscopy... | |
What could a CT revealed soft tissue swelling on collar bone indicate?
I have a neck mass that above my left collar bone that changes size. Yesterday, it was almost gone, now it is back. I have had blood work and a CT scan. Lymphonia, lung disease, thyroid disease have been initally ruled out. The CT scan showed... | Hello,It sounds like you may have some sort of cyst. These are usually not a serious problem. Cancer and lymph nodes do not swell up and go down like this.Regards | |
What causes anger in a child?
Im really concerned about my daughter. She is 9 years old. She is complaining that she gets angry and annoyed at random people cause when they talk they are really loud. she cant comprehend what they are saying and it rattles around in her head. She has a hard time getting friends cause s... | Madam sorry to hear about your daughter problems. Add or adhd is treatable with medicines but all the bahaviours need behaviour therapy to be done by a psychologist or mental health professional. I know it will be difficult to train her but it will benefit afterwards. Hence have patience she will improve. Anger contr... | |
Q. Is there any ayurvedic treatment for minor attack and heart blockage?
Hi doctor, Please let me know if there is any ayurvedic treatment for minor attack and heart blockage. If so, what would be the treatment like? As my dad is suffering from a heart blockage and also had a minor attack recently. | Hi. I have read your complaints carefully and understand your concern. There are several causes for coronary artery blockage. But stress, anxiety, and depression are the major causes for this. They are further responsible for abnormal lipid profile and other values. There is a need to correct their lifestyle and food h... | |
How can aggressive behaviour and severe anxiety be treated?
Hello, My daughter is 25 with behavior challenges. She is aggressive moderately. She pushes, scratches, and is uncooperative at times. She is mentally retarded autistic, and has anxiety issues. She takes medicine prescribed by her psychiatrist. Nothing is wor... | Dear caregiverpatients of mental retardation with behavioural issues can be treated with medications . if patient is behaviorally stable , patient cm atleast self manage herself and also makes life of caregivers more easier Regards | |
Why the itchy rashes of chicken pox are still on my granddaughter s skin?
my granddaughter had the vacince for chicken pox but she also got chicken pox the beginning of March. She went to the Dr and it was confirmed chicken pox and too anitiboitc for it. The rash never blistered and she still has the rash and it stil ... | Thanks for putting up your query at HealthCareMagic. I understand the cause of your concern. In general if a child is properly immunised for chicken pox, the disease does not occur, at least within a certain period of time. But it is not impossible altogether. Moreover, there are many viral infections that cause rashes... | |
Taking biotin supplements. Multiple negative pregnancy test. Is this something I need to get checked out or should I simply stop taking the vitamins?
I am a 24 year old female, i started taking biotin supplements 1000micrograms every other day after prolonged use of antibiotics (4 years every 3 months or so) for chron... | 1. long term use of birth control pills results in reduced absorption of B-Complex Vitamins and thus Biotin is prescribed by the Physician/Doctor for the same. 2. Biotin has nothing to do with the periods, because this is all in the brain which sends hormones to the Female Reproductive system, and birth control pills d... | |
When will raynaud s syndrome be cured after stopping beta blockers?
How long after stopping beta blockers will it take the rynaud s syndrome to go away. I m in the weaning off of beta blockers process right now and the rynauds s in both the hands, legs & feet is very bothersome. I am a very healthy & active 71 year fe... | Hi dearIn Raynaud's disease, smaller arteries that supply blood to your skin narrow, limiting blood circulation to affected areas (vasospasm).beta blockers are given to relieve this spasm of small arteries and to maintain the blood supply againthe cause of vasospasm is still under research ,though there are a number ... | |
Suggest treatment for lower back pain.
Hi, I'm only 18 years old. And I have a tearing like noise in my lower spine when I bend over, when I feel like it's aching there I'll bend over to stretch it. And it makes a ripping like sound, usually doesn't hurt, but the lower back itsself and lower spine does. | Hello!Welcome on Healthcaremagic!Your symptoms could be related to lack of physical activity or a wrong posture. It is very uncommon at your age to have chronic degeneration of the vertebral column. But, I would recommend performing a lumbar spine X ray study. Physical activity which helps reinforce the back muscles an... | |
Is my dad reacted to new sofa as had red rash looking skin?
Hello. MY dad seems to be reacting really badly to our new leather sofa. He gets really red dry (rash) looking skin where ever it touches his skin. its very sore and itchy. is there anything he can do to stop the reaction? Apart from covering up the sofa? | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicUnfortunately once he continues to re exposed to the allergen he will continue to have an allergic response.The use of oral anti histamines would dampen his allergic response but would not completely prevent it.You may have to consider covering the present material.I hope this helps | |
What causes loose motions in a baby?
Hello Doc.. My baby is 12 months+ old.. She hv been suffering frm loose motions since 10 days. I hv given her homoeopathic medications.. By that stool frequency hs reduced frm 8 motions to 5 motions per day.. Character of stool is smetmes yellowish frothy or wid mucous or smtmes gr... | Hi....It seems your kid is having viral diarrhoea. Once it starts it will take 5-7 days to completely get better. Unless the kid's having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry. I feel it is settling down now, as the stool is gradually getti... | |
Experiencing pain in cheeks after having a radical neck dissection of thyroid
I was diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer in February, had a radical neck dissection of my thyroid and lymph nodes in March, and a radioactive iodine treatment in April. I have been experiencing a pain in my cheeks somewhat like a tootha... | thanks for your query, the pain in the cheek could be because of the tooth infection. after radiotherapy you are more prone to develop caries and the salivary secretion will be less so consult your oral physician to rule out the tooth infection and get it treated. i hope my answer will help you..take care.. | |
Suggest treatment for gall stones
I just came home from ORMC ER with Rx of Hydrocodone / Acetaminophen 5-325 TB. Diagnosis was Gall stones and Fatty Liver Disease. They suggested I see someone for possible surgery of the gall stones; and secondly to change my diet. What is the type of Dr. I need to see for the gall st... | Hello Definitive treatment of gall bladder calculus is surgical removal of gall bladder(cholecystectomy).You are rightly advised for operation and dietary changes.You can consult surgeon.Fatty liver is a reversible condition and it is due to excessive deposition fat within liver cells.You may need few investigations l... | |
What is the remedy for removing stains caused by chewing gutka?
I have gutka stains on my teeth. Now that there is a ban on gutka i have almost quit chewing it. I am also a smoker and ready to quit smoking too. How can i remove the stains and whiten my teeth. Please refer a dentist in Bangalore who charges affordable ... | Hello,Stains due to gutka chewing can be removed by scaling of teeth.Please discontinue tobacco or gutka chewing thereafter.Maintain oral hygiene well.Regarding the dentist and treatment charges in banglore,please do consult with your dentist nearby your hometown.You can discuss with your dentist regarding this.Use fl... | |
What causes rashes on body in an infant?
my 9 month old boy has a rash on his body not much on legs and arms but on face behind his ears its not bugging him or itchy, he did not go for his measles injection as he was sick had high temp and has runny tummy ive been to a normal gp says its not measels but could it maybe... | Hello dear!A picture of the rash will help me more in diagnosing the condition.In the absence of fever it can be allergic rash/urticaria.It can be the start of measles if she is having watery eyes and runny nose with this.It can be viral exanthem.No need to worry,it will settle on its own.Give him syp. levocetrizine 2 ... | |
Q. What is the reason for delayed periods if pregnancy test is negative?
Hello doctor, I am 41.5 years old female. I always get periods on time. My cycle is of 24 to 25 days. But this time it is late by five days. I have not got my periods yet. I have checked pregnancy test today but it shown negative. What could be t... | Hello. I have gone through your history and understand your concern. I will try my best to help you. Do a repeat pregnancy test with urine pregnancy kit, if its negative, wait for period for at least seven to 10 days. If period does not come repeat it again after one week. As your pregnancy test is negative and this is... | |
Q. What does my TMT report suggest?
Hi doctor, During a routine medical checkup, I had something wrong with my ECG (resting) and was recommended to go with echo 2D and TMT. I do not have any chest pain. My 2D echo report is fine. However, TMT was done and the report is as follows. Significant ST depression of 0.1 mm i... | Hi. Thanks for providing a detailed case history. I have reviewed every bit of the case aids provided here (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and can realize your issues. Based on these reports, we cannot say you have a coronary artery disease that may have been occlusion 75% or more of the heart's arteri... | |
What causes palpitation and increased pulse?
Hi Doctor my wife has paptation problem, recently i take ECG and the pulse previous 195, and then it reduce to 113 and normal, ca u advice me why the paptation problems create, please advice me what to do. she's age 25.mother of 1 kid and now shes pregnant 8 monthsregards | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!I understand your concern and would explain that her palpitations are related to the high heart rate. This clinical scenario may be related to a metabolic disorder (thyroid dysfunction, anemia, inflammation, etc.) or a cardiac arrhythmia. Anxiety could also be associated to... | |
How can a lump on the shoulder be treated?
hello, I've been having a somewhat large football shape lump on top of my shoulder near the neck. Can't think of an object that would come close to the size. It's bigger than a golf ball but smaller than a pear. At first, I thought nothing of it since I do carry heavy bags a... | Respected user, hi I evaluated your query thoroughly.* Seems large soft tissue tumor .* Strongly recommend to consult with clinical photograph of it to do proper evaluation , judgement & further assistance accordingly.Thanks for using Health care magic.Welcome for any further assistance.Regards dear take care. | |
Can i give anti-asthma syrup for runny nose?
my 2 year old daughter has recurring runny nose and cough... she had fever before with runny nose and cough so her pedia prescribed her to take an anibiotic and an anti-asthma syrup.. but less than a week after her medication, runny nose and cough re occur but she had no fe... | hi, there is no use of giving anti asthma syrup in running nose. In running nose, you can give a cough syrup like syrup chericof. Take care. | |
Suggest treatment for severe back pain while coughing
i just recently started football and someone tackled me with the crown of his helmet below my pads on my back now I have severe back pain and it hurts when I breathe sneeze cough ext. and it hurts when I walk around or bend my back or even get up what do you think ... | Dear patient your pain could be either due to simple blunt trauma to muscles of back which will be relieved with some pain killers and bed rest or it could be some serious injury like fracture of vertebra so at least get a MRI and CT scan of back done and see an orthopedician.Hope my opinion will help.thank you and fee... | |
What causes tooth fracture?
Ive just had my second tooth fracture in one yeat, first one was corrected by implant very costly. iI have had my first consultation for recent fracture which is upper side dentist mentioned cantilever bIiiridge or implant my question how successful is this type of bridge.I am 64 years of ... | Hello, Thank you for consulting with HCM.The cause of tooth fracture can be cavities, as they might be progressing from inside of the tooth toward outside.But there is nothing to worry, as they can be restored by root canal treatment, but if the infection has progressed very deep then you have to go for removal of the ... | |
What do symptoms of nausea, constant headaches and abdominal pain mean?
for the last couple of weeks i've had a more or less constant headache, on and off pain in the stomach/pancreas area, light-headiness when going from sitting to standing position, nausea and feelings of low blood sugars. please help me to find out... | Reading your symptoms indicates you are suffering from hypoglycemic attacks or lowering of blood glucose levels in the body. There are certain condition that can cause hypoglycemia. Most important to rule out is tumor of pancreas which can cause excessive insulin production and production of symptoms like fainting, lig... | |
Could bump near shin and calf muscle with small hole when pressed by muscle tear?
When I said I notice a bump near my shin/calf muscle. When I press in it I notice a small hole in the muscle no pain. I ve had it for years.. I use to play baseball 14 years. Could I have torn something?.. my Physician doesn t think its ... | Hi, the possibilities are that you have a lymph filled sac which empties on pressure and refills again.This does not require any treatment as such.Localised muscle inflammation called myositis could be another cause .This needs follow up and any sign of weakness or wasting to be checked up by a neurologist.your long y... | |
What is the moveable pea sized lump in my armpit?
I have a moveable lump the size of a pea under the skin in my arm pit. It isn't particularly painful, unless touched when it feels more uncomfortable. When squeezed it oozes pus. My doctor prescribed antibiotics yesterday. Should I be concerned it's cancer? I have... | Hi. Welcome to HMC. You must be having abscess means infection which will subside with antibiotics and not cancer. If it is persistent and increasing in size you may need to do further tests but mostly you will not require it, so dont worry.Regards. | |
Could gargling with salt water causes high BP?
I have high blood pressure that I keep controlled by meds, diet and exercise. I've had a tooth extracted and was told to gargle with a salt solution 5x a day, especially after eating. My blood pressure has now jumped. Could there be a correlation? Thanks. | Dear patient thank you for your question. If you are not swallowing the salt water no need to worry but there is a possibility to swallow little amount of salt water while gargling each time that may raise your blood pressure... Always benefits out weigh risks... If symptoms not improved consult your doctor.. | |
What causes abdominal bloating and breathing difficulty while treating ovarian cancer?
My Mother in law has been battleing Ovarian Cancer this year and now she is sick again and stomach bloated and hard having a hard time breathing she spent 5 days in hospital and they sent her home............they will not tell us an... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your mother's situation and problem. Chemotherapeutic drugs are known to cause gastritis, vomiting and bloating. So side effects from the cancer drugs can be the cause for her symptoms. Another possibility is metastases to stomach and intestine. So better ... | |
Compactibility of O+ and O neg for marriage
Hi, My fiance is O negative and I am O positive, so does this blood group are compactible for marriage | hi .if wife is negative and husband is positive,if by chance your future baby in womb is positive then second baby wil be in dangerous stage.i think i am clear for your question. | |
Suggest remedy for purplish bump on inner thigh
hello, i think i got a blood blister, possibly from sweating and friction. i went to bed last night with no issue, got up this morning and saw a purplish bump on my inner right thigh. not sure if i was bit by something or not. it started to pop , drained it somewhat , bl... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,After going through your history and symptoms, it seems you had developed a boil or folliculitis which is now showing signs of healing in the form of purplish hue and pigmentation.The area within the inner thighs is prone to infection because of moisture retention and thighs rubbing together as you... | |
Are pain in the tongue, lip numbness and a metallic taste symptoms of Eagle syndrome?
Pain that is intermittent on the side of my tongue (left side) feels like an electric shock that comes in waves...lasts 30 to 60 seconds...sometimes so severe it makes my left lip go numb and seems to travel down my chin towards my n... | Hello, I don't think this is eagles syndrome. You should first have mentioned about this how this pain began? did it start post any dental procedure or it just began on its own? I feel you should look out for trigeminal neuralgia. Because the symptoms you saying indicates more about this. In trigeminal neuralgia, the p... | |
What causes weakness and stomach ache?
i have been feeling weak and like i want to throw up and i am hot all the time i really don't know whats wrong and my stomach hurts sometimes and i can't sleep comfortable at night times in fact i can't sleep at all i am awake the whole night cause the way i am feeling | Hi,Weakness,stomach pain or insomnia and hot flushes can be a symptoms of hyperthyroidism so you should do thyroid function tests.Other possibility can be acute gastritis, gastric ulcer etc.You consult with physician for more advises.Thanks. | |
What causes head aches and chest pain and green discharge from breast?
I have the following symptoms and am unsure if i need to see my doctor. I have headaches, chest pain (mainly in my breast), stomach pain, neck stiffness and a sore throat, fatigue, low blood pressure never over 110/60, numbness and tingling in my a... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Generally, a green discharge implies an infection which will need immediate medical attention.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Child had epilepsy. Cured after given encorate. Started severing and shaking teeth. Is it epilepsy mild attack?
hello sir , my son is 4 years old now he had two attcks of epilepsy at the age of 2 and 2 year 3 months and since then we gave him encorate twice a day for 1.5 yers we discontinued it 15 days abck as per doc... | In my opinion the withdrawal from the drug should have been tried after a seizure free interval of at least 3 years.even after this the withdrawal should be in gradually tapering doses each at an interval of 6 months.It may take upto 2 years more after a seizure free interval of 3 years. | |
What causes stomach pain in a child?
my 3 year old son frequently (numerous times a day) complains about having a sore tummy. His bowel movements are regular (up to 3 times a day) and normal. This has been going on for some months now but, as he doesn t appear to be ill I haven t troubled the doctor....should I? | Hi,It is common to have some abdominal pain around umbilical region in children (functional abdominal pain). If he do not have other symptoms like recurrent fever/weight loss/anorexia and bowel - bladder habits are fine, this is probably functional abdominal pain and we need not worry.Anyhow, if it is bothersome and yo... | |
What causes flip flop sensation below ribs
i have discomfort on my right side, cannot lay on right side, stomach or left side. I have to sleep on my back every night. I also have a flip flop sensation on the right side right below ribs, extreme pain during flip flop sensation that brings me to my knees. What could tha... | Hi, It can be due to muscular pain or something called costochondritis. You can take analgesics like Ibuprofen or Diclofenac for pain relief. Generally, it will settle in a couple of weeks and if symptoms persist for long, you can consult a physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I ... | |
Suggest treament for sleep apnea in a kid
Hi... my 4yr old daughter was diagnosed with sleep apnea last Thursday. Her adenoids are huge!! She is scheduled for surgery June 20...now the past 3 nights been sleepless restless nights because of her cough.. she coughs so much starts to choke.. her nose is runny,stuffy she ... | obstructive sleep apnea because of enlarged adenoids are common, and it's very disturbing to the child and the family. if he is already scheduled for surgery, a steroid nasal spray will very helpful , like flixonase nasal spray , it decreases inflammation and decrease size of adenoids and has very very little systemic ... | |
What causes episodes of dizzy spells and exhaustion?
Hi there. I have a condition where I will feel dizzy in the head and then it feels like my legs is very tiered lam. I will then feel that my head and body is drained off all energy and I will then faint. This is a condition that I have for more than 23 years. Did al... | Hi, Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you.Your Symptoms can occur in Anxiety. Since your EEG, Brain Scan, heart Scan are all normal, this is most likely due to anxiety. I would suggest ... | |
Is low BP with history of brain tumor concerning?
We have an athlete from The Netherlands on our bowling team who has a family history of low blood pressure. He has had a few fainting spells over the last 2 days. He just took his bp and it is 103/53. He has a medical history of having a brain tumor removed/benign 3 ye... | Hello,having a low-normal blood pressure is not a bad thing. Any systolic blood pressure above 90mmHg is considered normal and is not supposed to cause faintness. Faintness may occur as a result of various conditions. The low-normal blood pressure makes him more prone to it but an inciting factor is still needed. Since... | |
Suggest treatment for severe anemia
I have a 3.1cm x 2.2cm x 1.3cm endometrial polyp. Endometrial stripe is measuring 2.2 cm. The polyp has a feeding vessel. I am 46 years old and am not premenopausal according to my blood tests, but I have been suffering from severe anemia for years and iron supplements do not help. ... | Hello and welcome to HCM,According to your history, the endometrial polyp is responsible for heavy bleeding and thus anemia.Endometrial polyps which are small are usually asymptomatic and do not require treatment.However, in your case the endometrial polyp is large and is causing heavy bleeding and anemia.In such a sit... | |
Will i get pregnant after taking Ovofar and Duphaston?
Hi... My name is Vidya. 24 yr old married last 1n half yr. Our doctor prescribed me to take Ovofar from my 3rd day of period for 5 days. and Duphaston 10mg from 17 th day for 10 days. so my Q1) Is there is any side effect taking this tablet. Q2) What is the use of... | Hi, these medicines are given to increase the chance of pregnancy. Ovofar is for increasing the growth of your follicles. Duphaston is given to support the implantation. Side effects are minimal. So don't worry about it. You can get pregnant the same month. Be in contact with your husband every 2 to 3 days after yo... | |
What causes severe dizziness?
i have been having bowel movements midday and i feel faint and disoriented during and after. i am not constipated and i do not push while going. today i had a disoriented/almost fainting episode that lasted for about 1 hour after my bowel movement. i will say it scared me. | Hello!Thank you for asking on HCM!Your symptoms could be related to vaso-vagal syncope or dehydration. Have you measured your blood pressure values? Low blood pressure could be the cause of your troubles. I recommend you to monitor your blood pressure values and heart rate. Taking plenty of water and increase salt inta... | |
Could pain in calves be a normal flu symptom in a 5 year old?
hi my 5 year old daughter had strep throat two times in January. Last Wed started with a fever and headache and chills. Was tested again for strep, but is was negative. Fever is gone, but woke up today pain in both calfs. Is this a normal flu like symptom s... | Hi, pain in the calf muscles could be because of the electroyes Being on lower side. Lemon water is a very good remedy.... if the problem persists then do visit your doctor...TC | |
Recovering from hiatal hernia surgery. Have fluctuating high BP. Norvasc causes jerk in body when sleeping, insomnia
Have fluctuating high blood pressure, so far Norvasc causes my body to jerk when I start to go to sleep as well as insomnia. Verampil causes ringing in both ears. I have always had problems taking me... | Hello,There is absolute necessity for taking the anti hypertensive medication as 170/86 is definitely high.Since you are sensitive to most drugs,you can try a combination of two antihypertensives in lowest dose,instead of using one anti hypertensive.You can half the dose of NOVASC and add either a mild diuretic like HY... | |
Suggest treatment for emphysema
Good Evening Sir or Ms., My friend has a M.D. order for home O2 due to Emphysema. He wants to wait until his C.T. results are in. By what He has told me he has a Tracheal issue as well-hence the CT. { apparently his Trachea is abnormal in shape. ] I say get the O2 now,use it as prescrib... | Oxygen is prescribed when someone's oxygen levels are below a certain number. Assuming that this was the reason he was prescribed oxygen, he should start using it immediately. The CT will not determine whether or not he needs oxygen, although may help explain why he needs it. The oxygen by itself may not necessarily ma... | |
Why is one eye bigger than the other in a child?
hi doctor!! when my baby was 7 days old shw had some infectio in her left eye. as per doctors advise we were puting the prescribed eye drops in her left eye only. but now i m noticing that that her left eye is slightly bigger than right one. (she is now 5 months) does e... | is eye bigger means is eye coming out that is called proptosis if it is one side then usually it is infection it could be osteomyelitis of underlying bone then with eye drops infection could not resolveis she gaining weight adequately up to age or any failure to thrive symptoms are there(wt below 10 centile of age,ht ... | |
Using depo trust contraceptive, wants to switch to althea pills. After how long can the switch be made?
Hi! I m 21 years old and I have been using Depo Trust since December 2011. I wanna switch to Althea, another contraceptive but a pill . My Depo Trust was administered last May 9th of this year and its effectivity wi... | Hi dear and thanks for your query.Most of the time, women should begin taking the pill on the due date of their next scheduled Depo-Provera injection.However, the specific start date for taking the new birth control varies depending upon circumstances, and some I may instruct a woman to begin taking the pill before or ... | |
What make my stomach distended and tender?
My husbands stomach is distended and tender in some areas. I am in nursing school but I am just wondering what it could be besides gas build up. He has been experiencing this for 3 days now non stop. He has a DVT hx and he has been on warfarin daily for the past 3 years. H... | welcome to Health care magic.1.Similar symptoms are seen in gastro-enteritis, bowel pathology - ischemic, or any obstructive pathology.2.Keeping your DVT history its better to get investigated as zoo as possible.3.If you are my patient, i would have start with a erect abdomen x-ray to find out any acute cause like obst... | |
Suggest treatment for diarrhea and lower abdominal pain
My husband has been having lower stomach pains since sept. and are getting worse. He has the pains all the time now along with diarrhea, weakness, loss appetite,and has had a fever for a week now of 101-102F. He had a stool sample done and they found some WBC in ... | Hi.Thanks for your query.The symptom complex of diarrhea, weakness, pain in lower abdomen and now with loss of appetite and fever is definitely indicative of an acute or acute on chronic intestinal infection.A 5-day course of an antibiotic, metronidazole, probiotis and symptomatic treatment should help the cause. If th... | |
History of spine surgeries. Have spine pain, tingling between shoulder baldes, sternum pain. Nerve related?
Hi, I have had 3 spine surgeries at L4/5, discetomy, laminectomy, dynesys fusion and then screw replacement.I live with chronic pain and just recently this has migrate up my spine, I have a tingling (pins and ne... | Thanks for writing to us.The shoulder and sternal pain has nothing to do with L4-5 level level. However this pain may be due to cervical disc prolapse with nerve pressure. I would suggest to consult a spine specialist ho get a thorough exam and if needed get mti cervical spine. Thanks. | |
Could the fever be due to the dog's bite?
My dog bit my nose yesterday cuz i thought it'd be funny to bite her paw. Nothing big. Barely drew blood. Today i didnt feel good at work. Just took my temperature. 101.0. Could this be related? There's a white bump right on top of bite with clear liquid. Could my fever be rel... | HiThanks for choosing HCM, shall be gland to answer your query.Apparently you have developed infection 24-72 hours following the bite.It is definitely related to the dog bite.You are advised to visit the hospital for the following:Careful examination and first aid like cleaning of the wound,This is category III dog bit... | |
What does my semen test results indicate?
I did my semen test a couple of days back the result is:- Days of Abstinancy is 7 days volume:- 4.0ml Appearance:- pearly grey Liquefaction time :- 30 mins viscosity :- Normal pH :- 8.0 Fructose(Seliwanoff's) :- Present Total Sperm count\ml :- 5.4 Total Sperm Count/ ejac... | HelloAs you mentioned your semen analysis report I am describing in detail step wise , so you will understand in better way:Volume 4.0 ml ( NORMAL )Color normal Liquefaction time 30 minutes ( normal less than 1 hour )Viscosity and pH are normal Total sperm count 21.6 million ( normal 60 -120 million /ml)Motility 100 % ... | |
What causes nausea , fatigue and stomach pain after gall bladder removal surgery?
Hi , I ve just had my gallbladder removed 10 days ago and I beeen feeling faint , weak and nauseous and I have pain in my right side which sometimes radiates to the back . I did blold test and said my liver is inflammed . What does it th... | Dear patient,Based on your story of gallbladder removal and your complaints, I think you have postcholecystectomy syndrome, a syndrome that occurs in half of patients after surgical removal of the gallbladder, with the presence of abdominal symptoms.Hope my answer was helpful. | |
Bled for a day after termination, started getting signs of thrush. Fitted mirena, having heavier discharge. Infection ?
I had a termination two weeks ago today , I only bled for a day , I have had some cramping as expected , about 5 days ago I started to get the signs of thrush, I had the mirena coil fitted at the tim... | Hi,Thank you for choosing Healthcaremagic. It could be due to RETAINED PRODUCTC OF CONCEPTION, kindly get a scan to rule out this. or else you might require another course of antibiotics.Please ask if you have more questions. If you are satisfied, please make sure that your ACCEPT my answer so that I receive credit. G... | |
How to treat discomfort after gallbladder removal?
I have had my gallbladder removed (about 10 years ago) and I have been diagnosed with IBS. I have recently treated SIBO that was diagnosed with a breadth test. Now, I am experiencing pain in my right back and pain on the front right side. What could it be? | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.This looks to me like so called postcholecystectomy syndrome which has all these symptoms and this occurs in about 10 percent of patients who undergo cholecystectomy, usually can be transient, and rarely persistent or lifelong. Symptoms include systemic ... | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologis... | |
Fatty liver infiltration, nausea, vomiting, weakness, pain in the liver area. Treatment?
I am 34 years female and having fatty liver infiltration with sgot 85, sgpt 100, alkaline phosphatase 143, lactate dehydrogenase 314. haemoglobin 11.5, haemocrit 34.1, MCV 75, mean corpuscular hgb 25.2, s trigyleride 210, and s.vl... | Dear Friend.Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney.I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern.You might be having some infection or acute hepatitis.I advise you following:1. Hemogram2. LFT/KFT3. Ultrasound abdomen4. Viral markers.You should maintain hydration by consuming lot of fluids.Also you may ta... | |
Suggest treatment for convulsive seizure in a fourteen year old girl
My fourteen year old daughter has had three convulsive seizures in the last three months. This has never happened before. Her menstrual cycle is not regular and each seizure has occurred with the menstrual cycle during the early hours of the morning ... | hi,thank you for providing the brief history of your daughter. As you mentioned she had 3 convulsions in the past and that has never happened before also this comes with the menstrual cycle and it is accepted for you to discuss the question you mentioned. Which will surely help to check if any particular reason is the... | |
Can I get pregnant if there was no ejaculation in the vagina ?
can i get pregnany with mere penetration of penis into vagina for 20 seconds with preum alone...im 20yrs...n v did this on 10th day of my cycle... | Hi Its unlikely since this occurred on day 10.Ovulation normally occrs on day 12-16. | |
Q. What are the pros and cons of coconut oil in health?
Hello doctor, Is coconut oil bad for the skin? A few years ago coconut oil was all the rage. We were told to slather it from head to toe for miraculous benefits. However, lately, it is been getting some backlash thanks to its comedogenic properties. My questions ... | Hi. Coconut oil is extracting traditionally from raw coconut or from dried coconut kernels. It is saturated oil and frequently used in skin, hairs or cooking purposes. This oil has health-promoting properties. It contains several fatty acids that have benefits to skin health as well. Now we will discuss some more about... | |
What are the side effects of Livogen Tab ?
Is there any side effect for Livogen Tablets This is for my mother who is 70 years, 50 Kgs weight, 5ft 4 inches ht., having asthma | Hello.Welcome.Livogen is an iron and B complex preparation and generally well tolerated without side effects except in people who are allergic to iron preparations or it can cause gastritis to few people.Good luck. | |
What is the proper treatment for dark pigmentation on face and neck ?
hi i have very dark pigmentation complaint all over my face and neck. my other inner parts of the body is around 3 shades lighter than my face and neck. my forehead especially is very very dark compared to other parts of my face(like i have two dark... | 1.shalmali kantak lep 2.yellow kapardaks dissolved in lemon juice for seven days then make paste for local application 3.dhanyia swaras can also lighten the complexion 4.vit.e cap. applied loc ally is also helpfull | |
Suggest treatment for infection after root canal treatment
Hi - I had a recent root canal and developed an infection above the root into my cheek. I have taken a course of Amoxicillin and it cleared for a few weeks. Now with hard knot of pain and new antibiotic of Ciprofloxacin. Pain and infection seems to radiate ... | Hello, thank you for consulting with healthcaremagic. It looks that after root canal also the infection has not healed, even it is spreading to the soft tissue spaces that is why it is causing swelling of cheek.Better you should visit your dentist again and get an x - ray of the tooth, which will show if infection ha... | |
What causes weakness and tinging sensation in the legs?
I have had a lot of surgeries on my back and had a stimulator pt in me to control the pain in my lower parts. I had surgery clear up to my T6 and it is causing a lot of pain in the lead when I have it on. I have had this severe pain where the lead is for a year a... | Hi, Consult a neurologist and get evaluated. It may be due to neuropathic causes and has to be evaluated thoroughly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What causes red spots on arms in older people and ways to get rid of these spots?
I am 61 years old and a diabetic. I get large red spots only on my arms--irregular in shape and absolutely flat. There's no pain and they usually take a couple of weeks to disappear. I see others where I live who have these "spots" an... | Hi, They seem to be ecchymosis. These are seen due to fragile capillaries in old age. Avoid rubbing arms and trauma to the affected areas. Take tablet vitamin C 500 mg twice daily for 2 months. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Derm... | |
What causes lowering of platelet count?
I just got a call from my doctor that my platelet count is 124. Two weeks ago it was 134. I had a full blood work done two weeks and everything was normal or great. I do have gilbert syndrome. Should I be worried? By the way I have lost 30 pounds over the last year, I gave doubl... | Hi,Thanks for asking.Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. Platelet count of 124 is not to worry. Mild variation can be seen in day to day. 2. Gilbert syndrome does not affect platelets. Improve your nutrition particularly proteins and Vit B12.3. Get a bone marrow biopsy to rule out any specific bone marrow ... | |
Tried methyl prednisolone for skin rashes and raised bumps. Can permthrin for scabies be used for this?
I m a 79 year old man, wintering in Fl. Have very itchy skin, raised bumps/ pimples , rashes under arms, pimples on colar bone, tried one week of MethylPrednisolone , no relief. Have had for about four weeks. Have u... | Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for calling H.C.M.Forum. You are having itchy skin, raised bumps, pimples, rash under arms, pimples on coller bone. You have used prednisolone, antihistamines, and permethrine cream, but in vain.You have allergy that is right, but there is associated super infection . When ... | |
Severe depression, Migraine, Unable to handle stress, Headache. Advice?
hello doc, myself megha , i am having severe depression and migraine.whenever i am alone i feel like crying on simple issues.i am unable to handle stress and keep shouting on small issues on my staff.always i feel my head heavy because of headache... | get a counselling from psychologist,you may get a opinion from a psychiatrist thereafter,yoga,excercise walking for 5km can help | |
Could rashes and open sores on ankles and feet while having lymphosetic leukemia suggest spread cancer?
My brother has Chronic Lymphosetic leukemia...his platelets are very low...anemic, losing weight...noise bleeds....now he has developed a rash on his ankles and top of feet...with open sores...they send him for a MR... | The picture that you have portrayed shows that the cancer has involved the bone marrow where all the blood cells including platelets are produced. Hence the low platelet counts. Also, since the platelets are necessary for blood clotting, that is the reason for bleeding from all these sites. The reason for doing a MRI/C... | |
Elevated creatinine levels, hydronephrosis. Stent placed. Suffer from flank pain. Need immediate care?
I am a 56-year-old male (5'11", 175lbs). I had a 10mm kidney stone removed 1 year ago, and three months ago had elevated creatinine and hydronephrosis seen on the side where the stone was taken out last year. Two wee... | Hello,Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. Hydronepharosis with raised serum creatinine level is an indication of disorder in kidney. Once again K U B image is very important. Get in blood for urea, uric acid, serum cretinine, sugar, lipid profiles. Urine analysis will assess infection in kidney. Once again cons... | |
Q. MRI says Posterocentral protrusion of L4-5 disc is abutting the L5 nerve root bilaterally What does this mean?
Hi, I am a 32 year old male. My MRI report says: Posterocentral protrusion of L4-5 disc is abutting the L5 nerve root bilaterally. (In MRI it is black between L4-5 and kind of poking the nerve). My back pa... | Hi. I am not sure of your neck symptoms as the neck has nothing to do with your lower back and from your description it is not clear if you have any leg symptoms or bladder symptoms. However I need to see your MRI scan to be able to make a judgment on the further management. Revert back with the reports to a spine heal... | |
Had triple negative breast cancer. Hysterectomy done. Have difficulty breathing and bone pain. Cancer?
Hi I have had triple negative breast cancer two years ago. Last year they found cancer cells in my fallopian tubes, so I had a complete hysterectomy. Sometimes I have difficulty breathing and I have so much pain in ... | Simple CXR-PA & bone scan can answer ur question. Chances of spred of caner is high.If any abnormality is reported , go for CECT neck & thorax.With Reports I cat guide for EBM (Evidenced based Medicine) treatment.Sincerely,Dr. Vinay Kumar, MDSenior Consultant, Oncology & Radiotherapy | |
Suggest treatment for chicken pox in kid
my 2 year old grandson has chicken pox. He is covered from head to toe in "pox" which is not worrying. Howevr, his mother called me now to say that 6 or 7 of these "pox" marks have red rings around them. Is this a sign of infection and should she be worried? He has a slight tem... | Hi...by what you say I feel that your grandson may be developing secondary bacterial infection in the chickenpox lesions...or it could be normal also.Skin conditions are best diagnosed only after seeing directly. I suggest you to upload photographs of the same on this website, so that I can guide you scientifically.You... | |
Having severe lower abdominal pain. No appendicitis or ovary cyst. Taking painkiller. Is it safe?
I have severe right lower abdominal pain , I got admitted into hospital with suspected apendisitus but it come back it wasent that or ovary cysts or anything. Since they found that out they have just not done anything mor... | Hi emilygibson. Thanks for your question. severe lower abdominal pain may be due to appendicitis or lower ureteric stones. as you need ultrasound abdomen to rule out these two common diseases. once it is confirmed that there are stones in the ureter of sze less than 8mm ,usually do not require any special treatment exc... | |
Suggest treatment for having tissue sarcoma in arm
sir, i have soft tissue sarcoma in my right for arm last eight years. i have make it see many doctors in lucknow. but they are not able to treat it and still problem is not solved. can you give me some suggetion about this. i can see my biopsy report ( Six tim... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Soft tissue sarcoma in the arm is a type of cancer in the muscle. The main treatment of this tumor is surgical excision and this can be followed up by radiation or chemotherapy. This sort of cancer might have a locally aggressive form or might even spread to other areas. It is best to go throug... | |
What treatment is suggested for severe back pain ?
i have bad back pain right in the middle as well as ive been diagnosed with scoliosis at the age of 10. but within the past month my back pain has become almost unbearable and ive been getting pinching and numbness in my right arm especially in the joints at the shoul... | Hi,Welcome to healthcare magic.After going through your query I think You are suffering from acute backache.Treatment of it is rest and analgesics .You can take diclofenac three times a day after meals. Sometimes strong analgesic(such as ultracet three times a day after meals) is required. OMEPRAZOLE 20 MG before meals... |
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