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Q. Will iron tablets cause constipation?
Hi doctor, My wife who is 40 years old has hemoglobin level of 8. Which iron or other supplement should she take immediately? She regularly feels quite tired. She had the same issues during her college days too. Also, can iron tablets cause constipation? If yes, kindly suggest ... | Hi. Revert back after the tests to an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
What causes dizziness,numbness and discomfort between chest?
Hello,For about 2-3 months now, my husband keeps complaining he is not feeling well, but does not know how to describe what he is feeling. He points at the area between the chest and abdomen and says that something in there just doesn t feel right. He feels ... | Hello, Symptoms could be related to an infection. For this reason, I would recommend consulting with his attending physician for a physical exam and some tests: - a chest X-ray study - a resting ECG - an abdominal ultrasound - complete blood count, PCR, ESR for infection - kidney and liver function tests. You should di... | |
What causes double and blurred vision in a child?
My 7 year old daughter's eyes have begun to move on their own. She can not control this. While this is happening, she has double vision and blurry vision. I took her to an eye doctor today and her exam is good. What is causing her eyes to move and the double vision/blu... | Hi...sudden onset of double vision and blurring of vision may suggest an intracranial pathology. I suggest you get back to your pediatrician with this tip and if I were your daughter's pediatrician I would check a blood pressure and do complete neurological examination and if anything is abnormal I would order an MR br... | |
Q. Please advise medication for fever, body pain, and burning eyes in diabetic.
Hello doctor, I am having slight fever at evening time, severe body pain, eye burn, restless feeling, head feels heavy and heavy stomach. I am a diabetic on Glyree MV 2, Jardiance 25, and Rozavel. Please advice suitable medicine. | Hello. It is probably a viral infection along with gastritis. I assume there is no burning while urinating, this is to rule out urinary tract infection. At this moment, you just have tablet Dolo 650 mg whenever needed up to three times a day. Also, if it does not respond in two days, then you should start on capsule Au... | |
What are the side effects after having a testicular cancer treatment?
Hi Doctor... one of my relative is suffering from testicular cancer as some of the doctors said.. which is the best place to ger it treated... ? is there any side effects after its treatment? And also is there chances of having tis type of cancer ag... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.It is important to know what tumor your relative is having and the stage of cancer. Most testicular tumors are of a group known as seminoma and this is the most widely occurring tumor. Seminoma has a good cure rate if detected early and this shows good response to treatment in patients.There is... | |
Q. ELISA test is positive for dengue without fever in 6 years old. Please help.
Hello doctor,ELISA test positive for dengue but no fever. 6 years old. Fever occurred five days back but spikes have reduced now. Please help. | Hi. Dengue is positive in this patient as ELISA for dengue is positive. In dengue, fever subsides by 5 to 6 days. In this period, you have to keep a watch on whether any swelling appears in the body, a petechial rash appears on the body, and also to watch for platelet count. If platelet count is falling, or swelling in... | |
Can stopping to take birth control pills cause vagina and back of thighs numb ?
About a month ago I stopped taking my birth control pills that I've been taking for 4 years. Now my period won't come and my vagina and the back of my thighs have a tingly feeling like it's sleep. Is all of this because of the pills I've s... | Hi there trhanks for posting your query at HCM Since you have been taking birth control pills They have a number of side effects And one of them is is irregular periods , tingy feeling in the external introitus due to the deficiency of hormones So you must refer to the the gynoecoliogist who would prescribe you c... | |
Suggest remedy for knee pain due to meniscus tear
Hi,Last April, I hurt my left knee playing basketball. They first told me it was a 2nd degree tear of medial collateral ligament. After about 2 weeks, I went to physical therapy for a while. Then in August as it was not getting better, I got an MRI and it shows a very ... | hias you mentioned now that you have a meniscal tear and have undergone physical therapy also. I think you need to go back to the exercises again. Start with taking a hot fermentation and slow and gradual static hams and quads. along with it try to slowly bend the knee how much you can and gradually process to full ran... | |
Suggest treatment for seizures
my grandson has about 6 month seizures but now he gets them 2 month apart, he does not have jerky movement he is 17 years of age and plays alot vidio games and is on the cell phone for hours, he had an mri which is normal put there is some abnormality with the eeg he had, my son dont wan... | Hello,I will suggest you to ask your son to give medicines (anti-epileptics) to his son very regularly even when he has no symptoms. His epilepsy will come to an end as there is no primary focus on MRI brain. Once he is symptoms free for at least 3 years then he can be given a trial to leave medicines. Good compliance ... | |
Can painkillers help in solving the problem caused by upper wisdom tooth?
I just went to the dentist, I thought I had an abcessed tooth because of the throbbing pain and swelling. After xrays dentist states he thinks my upper wisdom teeth are causing the problem. Lower ones have been removed. he said he can tell they ... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The pain could be because of the infection from the wisdom tooth or impingement on the cheek. Consult a oral surgeon and get it removed. Because there is no meaning in keeping the upper wisdom tooth when there is no opposing tooth. The wisdom tooth is non functional... | |
What medication is suggested for Livedo reticularis on the right thigh?
My daughter age 24 ht. 5 5 wt. 165 has been diagnosed with livedo reticularis on the outside of her right thigh. The marks seem to be moving upward. She has a desk job and has gained approx. 25 lbs. over the last year. She keeps a heater at her de... | Hello, It is kind of vascular dilation and will settle by itself. Generally no treatment is required.If you are very much concerned, newer techniques like LASER may be attempted. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Cause for discomfort in ankle and shoulders during high BP?
Hi, my dr put me on Coversyl 4mg mid march as My blood pressure was 180 over 105, I have been in pain since I fell and broke my ankle with my left shoulder I had bursitis and a slap tear which has now been fixed and not in so much pain but I am getting very t... | you simply have shoulder stiffness which peak pain is during sleep from sleeping over it also your ankle pain peaks in the morning which is also a sign of stiffness if the timming of pain is as i expect theni recommend Physical therapy for both issuesGood Luck | |
How to confirm pregnancy?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...MY WIFE IS 44 YEARS AND IT IS 37 DAYS, NOW I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHETHER IS CONCEIVED OR NOT AND ALSO LET ME KNOW WHETHER MUTHYAL NAGAR ARE ALSO ELIGIBLE TO COME TO YOU FOR CGHS AS MY WIFE IS IS CENTRAL GOVERNMENT. ... | HiDr. Purushottam welcomes you to HCM virtual clinic!Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully gone through your case, and I think I have understood your concern. I will try to address your medical concerns and would suggest you the best of the available treatment options.It seems from your query tha... | |
Is pain in the back of head and neck sign for trigeminal neuralgia?
I have been suffering from electric shock type pains in the back of my head and top of my neck, i have seen my gp and he has perscribed carbamazepine and says it may be trigeminal neuralgia yet everything i have read says the pain would be in my face ... | Hello, In my opinion, the pain that you are referring to is related most likely to a condition known as the occipital neuralgia. I think that there is necessary an evaluation by your Neurologist in order to confirm it. So, an opinion from a Neurologist is necessary in your case. Hope I have answered your query. Let me... | |
What causes swelling on ankle?
I am 42 and overweight. Yesterday evening i noticed that my left ankle and below wasyestwe swollen. I work at a computer and sit most of the day. Overnight swelling left, my foot was normal. Now i noticed same swelling as yesterday. No pain, tingling, numbbess or red patches on calf. Wha... | Hello, The swelling in the ankles after a day's work is due to inactivity that causes pooling of blood in the legs. Rest improves it. You need regular stretch breaks to avoid this. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Praveen Tayal, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
Q. What causes vascular lines and petechiae in middle back?
Hi doctor, I saw today that my husband has this vascuar lines and petechias in his middle back but I could not do a diagnosis. I am a general physician but not a dermatologist. Is this condition a vasculitis or something I should worry about? | Hi. I have observed the picture and also gone through the history of present and past illness (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I could observe that there is tendency for the lesions to assume a shape that is generally seen due to excoriation. This implies that the primary lesion or symptom induces the ... | |
How to treat pimples and black marks after contact with insect?
sir one night i was sleeping then perhaps one insect pass on my face and in the morning some pimples come out on the face and after some days there was a black mark on that place and it was not removing i have not used anything till now what should i do? | Hi.As per your case history you are having insect bite dermatitis.My treatment advice is – 1. Don’t squeeze the lesions as it may worsen the condition.2. Apply a mild antibiotic plus steroid cream like fusiderm-B cream twice daily on it.3. Take an antihistamine like levocetirizine for 7-10days .4. Other treatment optio... | |
What is the ideal blood pressure when in pain taking from lower part of leg?
i was wondering what the blood pressure should read or be in your foot area. i have a half foot amputated and still have pain in it. i was wondering what would be the ideal blood pressure range when i took it the other day becuase of pain it ... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicIf you are having severe pain , the blood pressure at that time would be increased due to the pain.If you are a known hypertensive then the blood pressure goal is less than 140/90.If you have diabetes or kidney disease then it should be less than 130/80.Normal would be less 120/80.I... | |
What causes pain in testicles when suffering from hernia?
I recently visited my doctor and was told that I have a hernia. My hernia is located above my penis in my pelvic area on the left side. Since receiving this hernia I have been having slight discomfort/slight pain in my left testicle that had not been there befo... | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forumIn short: If your hernia is reduces itself on lying down and your bowel movement is normal you need not worry.Explanation: As I told you, dragging and slight pain is always associated with hernia. You need not worry if your hernia reduces itself(disappears itself) on lying down... | |
What causes the inability to close the mouth and the right eye?
My sister in law before to fly to China from Australia got the followwing symptoms: Her mouse wnet to the right side and her right eye and mouse cannot be closed She got first strong headache and was vomiting Also now she is elaking saliva from her mouse ... | Hello, I have noted your sister in law's symptoms. She needs to undergo a brain scan to look for ischemia (decreased blood flow) or infection. It is possible she had a minor seizure. In most cases, medical treatment is enough. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, ... | |
Redness and wrinkles on penis.White deposit also observed.Suggest a remedy
A week back I started having irritation on my Penis oneday, it was itching. When I pushed the skin back the penis was red and some kind of wrinkles could be observed on it. Some king of white deposit was also observed. I had one tablet of Forca... | Hi,From history it seems that there might be having Belanoprosthitis due to infection caused by deposition of smegma under fore skin not cleaning daily.Avert your foreskin and clean properly while taking shower.Apply antibiotic cream locally.Ok and take care. | |
Q. What is the treatment for thalassemia major?
Hi doctor, I am a thalassemia major patient. My spleen size is 21. How to reduce my spleen size? And also I want to increase my weight? My age is 21. How much percentage risk is present in the unrelated donor stem cell transplant? My ferritin is 1500 and weight is 48 kg.... | Hi. At present there is no way to reduce the spleen size. Diet for thalassemia major patient should include plenty of fruits and vegetables and protein rich diet. Taking vitamin C supplements will help to increase the immunity of the body. Bone marrow transplantation is a curative treatment for thalassemia major (sympt... | |
Suggest remedy for dry peeling skin
I had very dry peeling skin that sheds almost every day around my lip area, sometimes it seems to be ok, but then it returns to be dry again. In the mornings it feels as if there is a film of skin around the area, and it feels very tight, and when I stretch my mouth by yawning or ea... | Hello,I can understand your concern for the dry peeling skin .During dry weather and winter conditions it is quite simple and normal phenomenon so there is nothing to be worried about the same.You can apply an emollient on regular basis mutiple times a day so that the dryness can be controlled.keep yourself hydrated an... | |
Q. I have thyroid, irregular period and pregnancy test negative. What can it be?
Hi doctor, I am a 24 year old lady and married. I have thyroid and irregular period sometimes. For thyroid, I am taking Eltroxin 75 mcg and I am in control. It has been two months since, I last got my period. We used condom while having s... | Hello. Irregular periods are not only be associated with thyroid but few other conditions too. Check this time for your periods. Suppose, you are still not getting, but having nauseous feeling and vomiting sensation, then I would suggest you to get a beta-hCG test done to rule out pregnancy. Beta-hCG test is a blood te... | |
Need medication for a broken toe nail
I recently lost my nail on my big toe, i wanted to use an antiobiotic, Bactrim to take to rid of any infection, I am diabetic and my feet are in good shape, except for this.i'm doing all the neccessary stuff to keep it clean and such.what do u think?] thank u vicky | Vicky HiI think you are headed for the right direction, Keeping your sugar level in control is important to prevent infection of the toe.Using antibiotic is not necessary unless you have signs of inflammation.If you do have Bactrim it is not bad to apply it as a preventative measure.Keep the area dry and avoid moisture... | |
Suggest remedy for sore arm due to allergy shot
I am a type2 diabetic.I have copd,left bundle branch block,irregular heartrate,and other issues.I get an allergy shot at every season change.This time I got my shot on Nov 3rd 2011.My arm is still sore bigtime.Also my stomach has been upset for a month and I have lost 12... | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The symptoms seem to be related to the allergy shot.I agree with your doctor about the fact that I. diabetic patients the healing process is slower. So ,I suggest to use anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the soreness.I also sugg... | |
Suggest medication for back pain
hi, i have a problem with my lower left side back pain. I actually masturbate for few years already. From age 16. Im now 18. The pain just have been for few month and its worsen because i didnt care about it and continued to masturbate about once a day or more. How to reduce the pain? ... | I do not think that the back pain has any relation to your masturbation. At this age, the back pain is rather likely to be caused due to improper posture during sitting or lying down. Certain back exercises would give you relief. Please visit a physical therapist for the same. You may try taking some muscle relaxant ta... | |
Q. My PP blood sugar level remains in the range of 150 to 176. How to reduce it?
Hi doctor, I am a 65 year old male. Before 12 years, I went for my first master checkup without symptoms. The result showed high 2 hours PPBG while FBG and A1c are normal. The consultant physician advised me to eat less at a time and incr... | Hello. On going through the details provided, it is clear that you are in a prediabetes situation. Following are the criteria for diagnosing diabetes: Considering this, currently, there is no diabetes. You can prevent it from progressing it to diabetes by adopting a modified lifestyle, which includes properly planned b... | |
How to treat painful ears and clogged nostrils after suffering cold?
I got a small cold a week ago but I have asthma so it worsens and I wasn t able to cough up the stuff I was suppose to be. I had no stuffy nose. I went to the doctors and they put me on prednisone to help open up my airways along with an inhaler. I f... | HelloThank You for contacting HCM.If you have completed the antibiotic dose then there is no need to start again at the moment. I would suggest you to do following things:> take cetirizine one at night for 5 days.> take one puff of Xylometazoline HCl 0.1% in each nostril thrice a day for first 2 days, then twice a day... | |
What causes right abdominal pain after kidney infection recovery?
I had a kidney infection 3 months ago and treated with cipro. They also did an ultrasound to look for crystals and didn t find any. I have some dull pain in my right side and am paranoid of another kidney infection is it possible I have another one even... | Hi, It is always worthwhile to repeat a urine culture ,as there is always a possibiliy of reinfection/recurrence ,if culture test is negative you can be reassured.Its very important that you void urine before going to bed and donot have constipation as both these can predispose to urine infection. | |
Can the lump in lower jaw be a bone infection caused by tooth filling?
Hi Dr. im a 40 year male living in South Africa Gauteng. I have a lump on the lower jaw line (left centre), no pain but the lump causes discomfort. I visited the dentist a week ago and he told me it was a bone infection due to a tooth filling which... | Hello, thank you for sharing your problem with HCM. Yes the lump can be because of the infected tooth but it will not be healed only with the help of antibiotic, because if the infection is present in the tooth the treatment of the tooth whether root canal treatment or extraction should be done. As antibiotic is not th... | |
Suggest treatment for chest pain
Hello, i have recently recovered from a nasty bug that caused flu-like symptoms along with severe coughing that has left me with sore ribs and upper chest. The coughing has subsided although sometimes has its moments! It was always a dry cough but because mucous was constantly dripping... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, you are having musculoskeletal pain due to excessive coughing. So follow these steps for better symptomatic relief. 1. Take antihistamine and anti inflammatory drugs for coughing. 2. Apply warm water pad on affected areas. 3. Ta... | |
Can medications for womb tuberculosis (TB) prevent successful conception?
I cant conceive even aftr regular monthly treatment for womb tb. Had being taking akurit 3 for past five months or is it because of this medicine I'm not conceiving.. Even my Dr.gynae gave us advice and as per my period gave us dates to have s... | Hi.You can surely conceive with ATT on. It is not because that you are not conceiving due to this medicine.Have you got your tubal patency tested. Genital TB usually effect tubes. Even if you are trying on your pregnancy days, still you need to know your tubal status and also ovulation study. if tubes are healthy and p... | |
Suggest remedy for physical pain in side in 10 year old
My son is 10 ad has physical pain in his side overva year now on ad off ges has sonmany test xrats bone scan ad everything is fine, hes seen a phycologist ad is goen 4 physiotherapy , but pain the last week is worse ad tet again hus bloids were fine so sent us ho... | I would suggest that you take him again to a specialist orthopedic surgeon if you think the problem is in the bones and muscles; and a good Pediatrician. Do a Creatine Kinase test, a SGPT and SGOT, a liver scan (if the pain is on the right side) and a GI series X rays for ruling out pain from the bowels (such as append... | |
Should i meet doctor for low iron levels, foamy urine, nausea and shaking?
I am 41 female, been having these issues: Low iron levels, extremely tired lightheaded slight pain in my right and left side mainly right, foamy urine, nausea, weakness and shaking.. wanting to know if I should go back to the doctor? I'm so lig... | Hi thanks for the query.your symptoms are suggestive of Acute kidney injury/chronic kidney disease.foamy urine generally is due to protien loss ,hypoalbuminemia.so I suggest you to undergo Complete renal profile and complete urine examination,Renal ultrasound.control your bloodpressure.Reno protective drugs,hemodialysi... | |
Suggest treatment for fever in child
Hi doctor, my daughter age 2 year 10 months is suffering from fever 102.6 temperature. I gave her meftal-p 7 ml. Is it correct dose. Her weight approximately 12.5 kg. yesterday evening she was having very mild fever 98.7 we gave crocin 120mg 5 ml by 8. 50 pm, but her fever got incr... | hi..your baby suffering with high grade fever.if it is associated with chills and rigor.it may be due to an infection. you want to know the dosage of both drugs .you give syp crocin 7.5 ml and you should repeat it at 4-6 hr interval if temp... | |
Q. Having fear of going out to public places. Can you suggest any treatments?
Hello doctor, I am 30 years old and my height and weight are 5'8" and 88 kg respectively. I have symptoms of agoraphobia from my childhood. I cannot go to public places like mall, theater or grocery store. I cannot even travel alone and ever... | Hi. From your history, it is definitely agoraphobia. Along with that you have developed some depressive symptoms also. Thyroid function test. Agoraphobia I am prescribing you medications for agoraphobia, which will be helpful in depression also. Tablet Pari CR plus (12.5 mg Paroxetine + 0.5 mg Clonazepam) in the mornin... | |
What is the treatment for high Blood Pressure?
My husband is a sugar patient and he is 53 yrs old to day he is having B.P. 150/90, is it high and what are the precaution he should take and now he stopped taking rice only he eats with pulka and salan without salt and in the night he is making karaipakku,kothmir and ji... | Hello Thanks for posting here. BP of 150/90 is definitely higher. However it cannot be classified as hypertension. For hypertension there must be three persistently high BP readings one week apart. So please check BP regularly in resting state for three weeks and if three readings are high then he must be started on B... | |
Suggest treatment for paraseptal emphysema
Hello, I have also recently been diagnosed as having mild paraseptal emphysema. I'm 25 years old and was wondering if I'm going to be dead in four years like some of the material I have read has suggested? I had a lung test the other day and got told that my lungs are perform... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.Lung function of 92% is considered very good.So no need to worry for death or any disease.Mild paraseptal emphysema on CT is mostly an accidental finding.If you don't have any symptoms (breathing difficulty, cough, expectoration) then no need to... | |
What is the treatment for osteoporosis?
sir my mother is suffering fron osteoporosis. having value -2.9 ( T-score). she has operated fro cancer 2 yrs back. she has heart problem and diabetic also. doctor given her gamcal kit for calcium.other doctor told this is for pregnant females. please guide | Hello, As your mother is having low levels of calcium and is diagnosed with osteoporosis I will advise taking calcium supplements and vitamin D3 supplement via medicines. Gamcal is given to people having Low levels of calcium. It's a drug with a combination of calcium and vitamin D3. I will advise to continue the medic... | |
Why did I miss my period even after having unwanted 72 post sexual act?
Hello sir me and my gf had sex on 27 of sept. That was unprotected sex after she took unwanted 72 with in 10 hours . Normal on 7 of Every month she had periods but now in this month still on 10 of oct she has no symptoms of periods. Plz help us wh... | Hello sir and welcome.Missing her periods does not indicate pregnancy, although as protocol it will have to be ruled out if her period is not seen within 30 days from the sexual act. The most likely cause for the delay in periods is a side effect of the unwanted 72 pill which is a temporarily irregular menstrual cycle.... | |
Should 2 pills be taken if missed one birth control pill?
Hi, I used 21 pack femilion tablet, i missed to take pill in a day and next day i took 2 tablets as pescribed by doctor. If i missed another day in same week and i realized it 5 hours later than pescribed time should i take 2 tablets in next day.. pls advice | hello dear.understand your concern.you can take it as early as possible ,no need to wait for second day &second day take tablets of that day at particular time (at your specific time)if it becomes again & again ,your period may become irregular and chance of adverse effects. so,be punctual for your safety.Make habit t... | |
Can a laparoscopic surgery for ruptured appendix cause lower intestine tear?
My son had a ruptured appendix 6 weeks ago, they put a drain in and it drained for about a week, he then had a colonoscopy, he was to have laproscopoic surgery on Oct. 14, about 3 am on Oct 14, he started throwing up and having the same stoma... | hi,greetings from HCM.If there is a ruptured appendix drainage of pus alone may be possible initially. once inflammation subsides patient can be taken up for removal of appendix either laparoscopic or open repair depending on the expertise of the surgeon.Advantage of lap is you can inspect the whole abdomen and look f... | |
Can piercing pain in pelvic area be explained?
I have suffering from piercing pain in my pelvic area during nights for about 8 months n feel as though my bladder is full at tht time, feel like passsing urine, but wen I pass urine it is just little, I had an usg abdomino pelvic scan and it was normal, recently I consul... | Hi ! Good afternoon. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.From your history, it seems that you might be having a pelvic infection, which has to be treated with broad spectrum antibiotics including one against anaerobic organisms. However, this has to be confirmed by your gynaecologist who diagnosed a cervical erosion i... | |
Suggest treatment for hard bump with fluid discharge
YEARS AGO I HAD A HARD BUMP ON MY HIP I SQUEEZED IT AND SOME WHITE STINKY FLUID LIKE A ZIT CAME OUT. ITS BEEN ABOUT 20 YEARS NOW AND I FELT THIS HARD BUMP ON THE HIP AND SQUEEZED IT TRYING TO DRAW OUT SOMETHING NOTHING CAME OUT ITS BEEN TWO WEEKS AND NOW ITS ALL RED... | Welcome to health care magic. 1.The possible cause of the lump seems like infective / skin inflammation (localised) Redness and pain suggest infection with collection within.2.If you are my patient i would have examined the area and ask for an ultrasound scan to get the nature of the lump and its source an... | |
Suggest treatment for diarrhea and headache in a child
my 9 year old son has had the stomach virus 3 times in the last 30 days. i took him to his Dr. Friday because he has diarreah every morning first thing, he is pale, dark under his eyes, cold with no apparent fever and complains of severe abdominal pain and leg cra... | could be a viral diarrhoea...shigellosis usually has other symptoms like fever ,blood motions with mucus ,abdominal pain and other Constitution al symptoms.can give probiotic ,paracetamol and to maintain adequate hydration.and can do culture if required. | |
Pressure in ribs on right side. Given inhaler. Symptom of?
I have pressure under my ribs on my right side I am female 53 years of age healthy person i am athletic . Just last week I went to the doctors and he gave me a inhaler because I have also had pain on two inch from the top of my collar like I said health fema... | you need to investigate fully the disease it can be gastritis or reflux of acid in throat causing te same problemth reflux can be related to local abdominal organ diseases like gastritis duodinitis gall bladder and other get ultrasound and see the affected part to treat | |
Suffering from stomach pain, difficulty in eating, fever, losing weight. What could be this?
i have stomach pain , its hard to eat i experience fever once or twice a day,i was in Costa Rica -- centeral america and at the time there bacterial virus from the water, i feel maybe i didn't get rid of it, then coming to the... | Hi!. Thanks for your query. After going through your history I suggest you see a Gastroenterologist. You need to be evaluated properly before staring any treatment. Just by giving an antibiotic and other supportive treatment is not going to help you. Take care. | |
Can thrombophob injection cause side effects like burning sensation & swelling ?
hi i have just had a c section delivery. during post recovery i have been given many injections. I was told that thrombophob can reduce the pain at the injection area. i had a thrombophob- ointment of heparin and benzyl nicotinate which i... | Hi,Thrombophob is commonly used to treat superficial thrombophlebitis (inflammation or swelling of a vein due to a blood clot). Based on the history you seem to have developed allergic reactions apparently caused by this ointment. I advise you to stop using it and ask your doctor for an alternate effective but a safer ... | |
What causes tummy pains and extreme soreness?
Hi , I have diabetes type 2 and have suffered from neuropathy in my legs which my gp thinks is related, He has given me gabapentin and tramadol to relieve the pain which has worked well. The problem I have now is increasing tummy pains which feel very much like sunburn. Th... | Hi.Thanks for your query.If there is pain in spite of Gabapentin and Tramadol you are taking for leg pain, The cause of the pain in abdomen has to be searched on.There can be a mild infection due to diabetes or a chronic problem. I would suggest to go for a clinical examination for pain in abdomen and go for ultrasonog... | |
Had blood pressure. Have trouble swallowing. Happens when I am resting. Had thyroid cancer. Suggestions?
The last 3 weeks I have had my blood pressure go from my average of 110-1200ver 60 something to 135 to168 over 60+70+80+, at the same time I get really hot and sweat a lot, get headaches and have trouble swallowing... | Hi, you are the age of 65 years, so there is every possibility of change in the blood pressure, on and off due to age related anxiety, anemia, remnant thyroid effect, any how it is better you change the life pattern . Take more of green leafy vegetables, pulses, sprouts, and proteine rich foods... | |
What causes unsteady gait in a child?
My 20 month old baby still seems extremely unsteady on his feet. He has been walking since about 13 months or so. He is a twin and was 7 weeks early, his twin does not appear to have the same issues. I also notice him grabbing at his head or tilting his ear towards his shoulder so... | Hi, a child with 20 months of age should have stable gait, although sometimes while running the gait can be unstable. In my opinion you should investigate the child for Rickets or calcium deficiency like CBC, calcium and phosphate levels, X ray wrist AP View for Rickets. Start Syrup Calcium for 2 months. A follow up wi... | |
Can PRCA causes memory problems?
yes please Iwas diagnose at age 3 with aplastic anemia.&was treated by ely lilly (experimentaly) & had a miraculis remission.WHEN I WAS 42 I RELAPSED & HAVE BEEN HOSPITALIZED 8 OR 10 TIMES SINCE 2002.HOWEVER NOW THEY CALL IT PRCA. CAN THIS CUSE MEMORY PROBLEMS????? | HiI had gone through your query.Anemia or nutritional deficiency may cause MCI.MCI means mild cognitive impairment.Memory affect in form of registration and recall.MMSE means mini mental status examination will give idea about MCI and its severity.anemia or nutritional memory loss are reversible when we started to give... | |
Suggest treatment for wheezing
Hi, I have had asthma for quite a long time and treat it with salbutamol, salmeterol and beclomese something or other. I am male, 24 and a smoker. I also have rhinitis For the past week I have had all the symptoms of a cold; blocked nose, tight chest and headache. Today my symptoms chang... | Hello,Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your history and would like to make suggestions for you as follows:1. I usually treat my such patients with regular montelukast+levocetirizine and regular inhaled corticosteroids for at least 6 weeks as your asthma is at present not well controlled.2. I would also sugges... | |
Q. Please suggest me some measures to get an acne free face.
Hello doctor, I am 20 years old. I am suffering from acne. I used to get acne when I was in high school, but there was nothing unusual and it was never a problem. Around two years back, I started getting lots of acne and it is continuing till now. Most of th... | Hi. I have examined your photograph (attachments removed to protect patient identity) and noted your details. For further information consult a dermatologist online --> | |
Q. How to get rid of the chickenpox scars?
Hello doctor, I am suffering from chickenpox scars since childhood as it left so many marks and holes on my face. I need some suggestions to get rid of it. Please help. | Hello. I understand that the chickenpox scars have been disconcerting to you. The treatment approach would depend on the depth of the wounds. Very deep scars would need a procedure like dermabrasion. For superficial scars, you can try Tretin 0.025 (Tretionin) cream daily night. Apply it in small amounts and very lightl... | |
What causes a fluttering sensation in the chest?
Hi, I have a fluttering sensation in my chest, possibly the trachea? It is between my breasts, and it causes my breath to catch, resulting in spastic coughs that I cannot control. My doctor did a heart test and all looked well, but an xray showed an area of inflammation... | Hi welcome to HCM.I understand your query and concern.Fluttering in the chest is known to cause Rapid heart rate and fluctuations in blood pressure which can be due to Rhythm disturbances like Atrial flutter.I advise you to have a baseline 2 dimensional echocardiography,ECG and lipid profile to assess the basic cardiac... | |
Is it safe to take Percin antibiotic for cough?
Hi Doctor, I was advised to take PERCIN antibiatic (Prulufloxacin 600 mg) for my cough problem. As per atical seen currently undergoing clinical trials prior to a possible NDA (New Drug Application) submission to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Is this safe ... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, you are right about this drug. This drug belongs to flouroquinolone group of antibiotic. It is not yet US FDA approved. So one can not sure about its safety. But better to avoid it because similar kind of safer antibiotic is available li... | |
Q. Can robotic-assisted partial laparoscopy be done on obese patients?
Hello doctor, My husband is obese and requires a robotic-assisted partial laparoscopy. I am worried about his weight 294, height 71 inches and how pneumoperitoneum may affect him during surgery. Currently, he is on Lisinopril 10 mg. There is a poss... | Hi. I understand from your query that you are very worried. It is a major surgery. Hence, all the required guidelines will be followed, at this juncture, I like to know more about your husband habits. Does he smoke? If he smokes, how many in a day? If he does not smoke then there are quite a sophisticated ventilators f... | |
What are chances of survival of 70-year-old with small lung cancer?
as a non smoker i had radiation treatment for mouth cancer and part removal of tongue i am very active and eat well but have lost a lot of weight l was told i was cancer free now im told months later that i need surgery for cancer on lungs the doctors... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.A small cancer in the lungs needs to be confirmed and then treated. It is important to first get complete cancer work up done to be sure that the cancer in lung is small cell cancer if still not confirmed.Once it is confirmed then it is important to get it treated by surgery and then get chemot... | |
What is the cause of cough?
I coughed yesterday and a shooting pain when up the sides of my neck. Still have full range of motion. And my neck doesn't hurt at any other time. But every time I cough same shooting pain goes up the sides of my neck, lingers for a while then goes away. | thanks for asking your question I completely understand your question pain in neck associated with cough can be due to excessive coughing by which all the neck muscles get pulled and fatigued or it can be due to sores in the pharynx due to excessive coughingu can apply some muscle relaxant and take an analgesicif pain ... | |
What causes pins and needles feeling in hands and feet?
I have pins and needles feeling in my hands and feet, back pain often and also the urge to urinate. Any ideas? This started about 3 weeks ago suddenly. Went to the doctor he said my back pain was muscular in nature and treated me for a uti. I still have these sym... | Hello,These symptoms may indicate peripheral neuropathy, a condition linked with underlying causes such as prolonged alcohol use, low vitamin B12, diabetes, compressed nerves or spinal cord, viral infections, etc. Stenosis of your cervical spinal cord also is a possibility. In such cases is advisable to see a Neurologi... | |
Having cold sores inside mouth.
ive been breaking out inside of my mouth with cold soars. They are small white dots and some of them are red soar type things, their mostly located behind my botttom lip inside of my mouth, they eventually go away and then new ones form in new places, its been happening for about 4 week... | hello, the condition u had described seems to be oral ulcers.. most common are recurrent apthous ulcers- it occurs mostly in movable mucosa of mouth... and is associated with stress, erratic eating habits and schedules, etc.. and other types of ulcerative lesions includes-traumatic ulcers,nutritional deficiency stoma... | |
Is a cough or a runny nose due to TB?
Hi, I wondered if tb symptoms can be like a very bad cold or flu? I am 50, sorry I don't know my weight. I have had a tb test two years ago and also a lymph gland removal. I have now developed a persistant cough and constantly runny nose, which has been for well over a month. I'm ... | HiTB symptoms can include a productive cough and fever but it could just be bronchitis. You need to see a doctor for an exam and tests since you probably need a course of antibiotics | |
Increasing swelling in the legs causing a feeling of skin tightness, spreading to abdomen, arms and face, excessive fatigue. EKG, ER CAT scan normal, low liver levels. What should be done?
female, 44, non drinker, smoker (1/2 pack a day) 5 nights ago had a little swelling in the legs/ feet , woke up the next morning g... | This generalised swelling all over the body is usually due to low protein levels.As initially it was in lower limbs, it may be kidney related.Get Renal function tests & Serum protein levels done.Consult ur dr with reports. | |
What are the symptoms of Meigs syndrome?
I have had right lung pleural effusion and a primary diagnosis of either ovarian cancer or a tumor. What are the chances that I may have Meig s syndrome? I am 77 years of age and had a hysterectomy at age 31 where they took the uterus and one ovary. | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Right sided pleural effusion with ovarian cancer is called as meig syndrome. Patient may have ascites. You should regularly check your CA 125 level. Go for pleural fluid routine and microscopic examination. Then you should take treatment acco... | |
What could it be if having small bumps on penis, swollen urethra after having sex?
I will make this short and simple. I had sex the other night. Girlfriend turned dry in the vagina and we still kept having sex using water and ice as a lube (dumb I know) 2 days later it started to hurt to pee only when I started. And I... | Hi,From history it seems that your problem might be due to constant friction in dry vagina there might be having soreness on penis.there might be irritation in urethral opening as well.Continue with antibiotic, you are taking.ok and take care. | |
Suggest treatment for accidental ingestion of aspirin by a child
My neighbour s 3-year-old, Mick, got the aspirin bottle and ate half of its contents. The baby-sitter didn t know what to do and called me for help. I get the baby-sitter to call for the ambulance and they tell him to give Mick a glass of water while the... | HiEnsure plenty of water ingestion. A gastric lavage and charcoal ingestion will be useful once emergency team arrives. | |
Q. Can Yasmin birth control pill be used as an emergency contraceptive pill?
Hello doctor, My fiancee and I had unprotected sex a few days back, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Just to be on the safer side, we wanted to use the emergency contraceptive pill. But due to some restriction in the country where we live,... | Hi. How are you doing? Yes, as you have heard, Yasmin can be used as an emergency pill. Even if you have not ejaculated into her, she stands a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in contact with her genitals. As soon as ... | |
WHAT ARE THE TREATMENTS FOR HEPATITIS B ?
Please Docter, i tested positive to Hepatitis B a year ago but i am not sick in any way. I left for school last year and it was the school s requirement that i present a medical report about myself and this report was to be conducted by the school itself. After their test i wa... | He'll.Welcome to HCM forum.HEPATITIS -B is a serios and devastating health issue in INDIA.There are 45 million cases in INDIA and are ranked after china.chronic HBV infection - 4% of population.It is a serious issue in sense of economics,infectivity,cirrhosis and cancer.3/4 of HBV in India is through mother baby transm... | |
What is the treatment for pimple like spots on penis?
i have a few small pimple looking spots on my penis the are not sore do not itch or anything my wife just got over a yeast infection and we had sex a few times before the infection set in could i have an infection also? they have been there for about a week and are... | It is unlikely to be infective if it is not red or itchy or painful. Is there any discharge from it? If none of these features are present then you should observe them for a week or two and let us know their progress. Do not worry about them I dont think its anything worrisome. Take care. | |
Suggest remedy for ringworm infection spreading to anus, hamstrings and stomach
I have ringworm and itsspreading around my anus , hamstrings, quads and stomach, I know that I have 6 lymph glads around my groin and this area seems unaffected , can you remedy me I am overseas in Libya and chemists are freely available w... | You may apply candid (clotrimazole) lotion over the affected area. The lymph node enlargement indicates localised infection so it is really hard to comment without examining. Moreover, it has to be evaluated if oral antifungals like griseofulvin need to given, and if so for how long. You may try the topical lotion but ... | |
What causes a black lump at the back of neck?
my grandmother had a stroke a few months back. she now lives with my mother because she is not strong enough to take care of herself. there is now a lump on the back of my grandmothers neck and it is starting to turn black. should we be concerned? what could it be? | Hi,DEAR,Good Evening,Thanks for the query.I studied it in details and understood your health concerns regarding it.Black lump caused at back of the neck -could mostly due to the-dying out of the boil, which is getting scabbed and died out.FNAC biopsy would fix the cause of the lump as she is old lady and possibility of... | |
Non-movable nodule on the neck. Basal cell carcinoma removed from the back. Whom should I consult?
I have a hard non-moveable nodual on the left front side of my neck. I noticed it a little over a month ago. My neck is not swollen or red but the lump is a bit tender to push on. A NP who I see for neck arthritis/deg... | HelloWelcome to healthcaremagicFrom your description it seems that it is neck node. Since it is tender it is more likely due to some infection and less likely to be cancer. Neck nodes usually appear due to some problem in head and neck area.So my advise is you consult your ENT doctor. Also it is unlikely to be realated... | |
What to do for joints and back pain and weight loss?
Dear Doctor,This is Srinivas from Velachery, chennai.Recently from past 3-4 months I am going through the following list of symptoms.1) Frontal and Anal gas (burping), chest heaviness2) back pain 3) pain from knees to foot, and pulling sensation in feet4) joints pai... | Hello,I had gone through the case and found that first start the medication for Vitamin D3 and Vitamin B12 deficiency.Take Calcium twice a daily with Calcirol once a week with milk for vitmain D.Take Meganeuron OD once a day for vitamin B12. If it is very low then take injectable Vitamin B12 5 dose on alternate day.For... | |
What causes rapid heart rate after taking Ativan?
I am taking avitan(.5 mg 3 times a day)and lexapro 5 for the last few days.(since Tuesday) I have been on lexapro prviously. I have been doing college work non stop today and Im feeling stressed but more than that I am feeling what I believe to be an SVT. It is not a v... | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!I passed carefully through your question and would explain that lexapro could lead to an increased risk for SVT and any other cardiac arrhythmia. It also can lead to QT prolongation on the ECG. For this reason, I would recommend consulting with your attending physician and ... | |
Weight gain, abdominal pain. Taking antibiotics for kidney infection, no relief. Cure?
i have gained about 6kg in the last 2 months i have never gained weight in my life im 27 male, but i have been getting pain in my abdomen for over a month now, i went to the doctor 2 weeks ago she said i had a mild kidney infection ... | It seems that you are accumulating salt & water in your body on account of kidney disease-either Nephrotic syndrome or CKD.You have not clearly mentioned about the location,type of pain,however cause could be swelling of kidneys.Get investigations like KFT,Hemogram,urinanalysis,lipid profile,USG kidneys,blood sugar | |
Suggest treatment for fever in a child
my child is 2 yrs old and has a fever of 99.5 his body is shakeing and his eye lids and finger tips have a blue tint to them he does have a minor ear infection and his docter perscribe childrens tylanol but has no progress hes is worse than when he started getting sick and now is... | Hi,If finger tips are blushing, you have to be careful about breathing pattern, if breathing is fine than you should keep your baby warm, It can be because of cold. Secondly 99.5 F is low grade fever, your doctor has prescribed the right medicine. Just make sure you are giving it in right dose as per body weight which... | |
Had unprotected sex while on the pill. Missed pills. Had bleeding. Could I be pregnant?
Hi my name is gemma im 18 and i recently had unprotected sex while on the pill ... He edjaculated in me. The only thing was that i had only just been put back onto the pills and was just starting that month. I have been taking my p... | Hello,Thanks for writing to us.If you are first time pill user and starting for first month, then one missed pill will be quite risky for being pregnant if you involved in unprotected sex close to your fertile or ovulation day.Another thing, you might get withdrawal bleeding due to sudden missing of one pill. It is qui... | |
What causes intermittent dizziness and numbness in the hands and feet?
I started with sudden onset of severe dizziness in june and lasted 2 months, now I have intermittent dizziness, numbness in my hands, feet, and tongue. sometimes I have leg spasms. I had an mri which showed lesions on my brain, cervical mri was neg... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I would have liked to read the exact report of the MRI. In view of the prior visual symptoms, I think you might be having demyelinating. Multiple sclerosis rank high on the list of DD. I would recommend testing the Cerebrospi... | |
What is sciatic nerve pain?
hi there my name is XXXX i am 6 1 around 275 lbs. i have been having a numbing sensation in my front lower left side for about 3 days now. its like a tingling feeling, almost like like my torso on the left side to the hip is asleep. last February of this year i hurt my back at work. i now h... | Hi,It is quite possible that your sciatic nerve is compressed in your back. Get an MRI done. Until then, give hot fomentation, physiotherapy, apply Volini gel locally and do not lift any weight. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
Hard bumps behind teeth, slightly hurts, any advice?
I have 3 hard bumps behind my front lower teeth, if I lay my tongue flat on the bottom of my mouth it's touching the end of my tongue, one is bigger and there's two smaller ones. I have another smaller one at the left side below my teeth that's also hard, they all ... | Hello, As you are mentioning that there are 3 bumps behind your front lower teeth, there can be three possibilities-first it can be possible that these are normal salivary gland opening which is present there, and you have noticed it now. -second it can be possible that your front teeth are infected and now the infecti... | |
Why causes loose motion in a 8 year old child?
Hi! My son who is 8 years old goes motion 4-5 times a day. The stools are normal but motion starts with pain in abdomen and after that he could not control. Sometimes it becomes embarrassing when we are out. We consulted a child specialist he recommended Pepup. He gets re... | Hi,From history it seems that he might be having some gastro-intestinal infection either protozoal, bacterial orworm infestation giving rise this problem.Go for stool test for ova and cyst.After report your doctor will go for treatment accordingly.Give him light diet like curd, rice, buttermilk etc.Give plenty of water... | |
Q. Kindly see my reports and suggest how to lose weight.
Hello doctor, I have a desk job, and I drive almost 3 to 4 hours, so I mostly feel tired. But, I have recently started working out and taking a protein diet. I recently got an annual check-up done, and I want you to see the attached reports, and give your opinio... | Hello. I just read your query and saw your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Hope my advice is helpful to you. All the best. Revert after six months to a general practitioner online --> | |
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... | |
What could bruises on elbow joint with lumps suggest?
Hi, My dad had a blood test done in his arm and he didn t press on it when the nurse said. Since then he had some bruising on the sight. Then developed a with flattish lump in the clevis of his arm. His arm was very weak and ached a lot. This was about 2 weeks afte... | There was a collection of blood around the puncture site (haematoma ). That haematoma got burst with drainage of blood and there was seepage of blood along the course of vein causing discolouration. | |
Why does one get back pain when training with weights?
hello i am a student of 21 years of age, i am doing gym and i get back pain when training with weights,my other friends can do it easily do i have any spine problem.i stopped gym a few months back then i had back pain now when i started again i am getting pain at ... | thank you for sharing your complain,dear friend your back pain is muscular pain. you should start heavy gym exercise which hurts your spine. when you lift heavy weight, all weight of your body will be balanced by spine and if muscles of your spine are weak then spine will feel much load and will cause pain.so first you... | |
What is ICSI?
I am 35 year old female trying to conceive since past7 years without any success. Recently I and my husband had met fertility expert who has advised me to undergo ICSI since my husband has some problem with his sperm quality. What is the procedure about? | ICSI is intra-cytoplasmic sperm injection, newest fertility technique. ICSI method is used as in your case when infertility is mostly due to male sperm issues.ICSI is a very effective method to get fertilization of eggs in the In-vitro fertilization lab after they have been retrieved from the female partner. ICSI invo... | |
Suggest medication for diarrhea due to milk intolerance
My 3 yr old son has had a lot of stomach trouble at night. Currently dx milk allergy. We ve removed all dairy for more than 2 mo. Still having loose stools and bad nights. Had an EGD for Celiac, Helicobacter... Also fought C-diff for several months, but these sym... | Hello, As per your history, it may require further evaluation. In his case, he may require blood investigations, complete hemogram, blood culture, and also stool culture after detailed medical examination and pediatrician consultation. He may require higher antibiotics according to culture reports. Till then maintain p... | |
What are the early signs of dementia?
My wife was never fully diagnosed with Alzheimer s but the consensus appeared to be the cause of her declining memory problems. This started about 5 years ago with 2 strokes affecting her left brain. There appeared to be little difference between left and right body strength and d... | Hi, I think she has multiple problems which probably stem from the strokes. You have mentioned that dementia started after stroke. So first and foremost I think it would be better to consider this as post-stroke dementia or multi-infarct dementia, and not Alzheimer's disease. As for the movement problems, this can be s... | |
Can i use entamizole and ciproflexin for the pain in my abdomen?
i have a pain in my abdomen at lower right side. i have eaten street food and i think that i had infected me. i am using entamizole ds 500 mg and ciproflexin 250 mg am i doing right.when i take medican it goes right but after some time it goes wrong . le... | What is your bowel habbit? Don't take antibiotic on over-the-counter basis, it will lead to unusual resistance to antibiotic.You should do an ultrasonography of the whole abdomen, what can you take for your pain is Tablet Drotin DS twice a day, but of course post me your Ultrasonography reports.Take care, God bless you... | |
Q. Kindly guide me about gum bleaching process for esthetics.
Hello doctor,I have a question about gum bleaching. I was just wondering the price range of undergoing this process. My gums cause me no harm whatsoever, by the way, just appearance purposes. | Hello. You are talking about gum bleaching but I feel it is tooth bleaching and you have a problem with the esthetics of teeth. There can be several reasons for esthetics which are mainly due to discoloration due to stains from tea, drinks and syrups, drugs as used in asthma. It can be due to poor oral hygiene leading ... | |
Are rashes caused by virus?
Hi I had a rash (not rasied) on my limbs and torso a week ago. I went to doctors who took one look and said it was caused by a virus as it went white when he touched it. Now my son has a rash very similar however it flaires at night and then goes away during the day. Is this the same virus? | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. Yes,the symptoms can be related to a viral rash. I suggest using Calamine lotion for local application. I suggest to avoid sharing towels or clothes during this period. The rash goes away on its own in a few days. Hope my answer was helpful.If you have furt... | |
Suggest medication for accessory navicular causing pain in the right foot
Hello, I have an accessory navicular on my right foot, it has caused pain when I walk or run over a mile, especially barefoot, up to now I ve dealt with it. I just started playing lacrosse after a couple months off, something is up with my foot.... | Dear patient first line of treatment is rest and anti inflammatory medications like ibuprofen 400 mg twice a day for 15 days. But if there is no relief and if there is difficulty in activities of daily living and sports best is to undergo surgery. As it is accessory bone removal will not lead to any problem in foot. Y... | |
Is it safe for a TB patient to conceive ?
Hi,Recently my wife went for blood test as she is reducing weight and feels very tired very often..sometimes weakness also.as per test result..she got T3 (1.4) & T4 (64.75) normal but TSH (5.526) that is very nominal high.> we planing to have a baby recently..so is it advisabl... | HiDr. Purushottam welcomes you to HCM virtual clinic!Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully gone through your case, and I think I have understood your concern. I will try to address your medical concerns and would suggest you the best of the available treatment options.1] congratulations for think... | |
What could be the reason for having wrist pain?
I have had very bad wrist pain for a long time now. It has gotten to the point where picking up a blanket caused too much pain. it s not swollen or black and blue but now it had become very weak and when I bend my wrist back it puts my whole forearm in a lot of pain. Als... | It could be your nerves in axilla or neck .Show a neurologist or orthopedics doctor to rule out.Physiotherapy ,hot fomentation, application of voltaren gel, and Aleve tabs, methycobalamin tab from over the counter may be tried for now.Use broad arm sling from shoulder for 3 days and do wrist,fingers and forearm movemen... | |
Constipation, breathing problem, anxiety after increasing dosage of clobazam/onfi. Side effect? How to control?
I started taking onfi/clobazam two months ago and I started at 20mg then I had to increase it to 30mgs a week later. I started having constipation problems and difficulty breathing which I thought was anxiet... | Hithanks for your question.Your body tolerates 20 mg so continue with that, avoid stressful activities and exercises. For constipation eat a lot of vegetables and fruits, it will normalize.hope I answered your question, will be happy to help you if you have more queries. | |
What does tingling sensation on the face after an accident indicate?
I have a friend who had a car accident about twenty years ago. Her head struck part of the car. Nothing seemed problematic after the accident. But since then she s been having symptoms on the left side of her face and ear. She says she always feels a... | HelloThank you for trusting HCMDear she may be suffering from Irritation of left trigeminal nerve due to injury or due trigeminal neuralgia.So take tab.pregaba M 75 once a day at night. If symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.Take care | |
Suggest treatment for loose motions in a child
hi doctor my 1year old son is having loose motion for last two weeks i am given him treatment for child speaclist my baby was normal but last two day again he is having loose motion he is 5 to 7,8 time to stool in a day i am not feeding breast him because i am working wom... | Hello, Your child is having loose motions and this is the second episode in 2 weeks. I wanted to know was your child prescribed zinc for the previous episode. If not, then please give him syrup zinc 20 mg per day for 14days. Zinc improves the immunity of the gut and helps to prevent future episodes of gastroente... | |
What causes clear red discharge below the scrotum while on Flomax for epididymitis?
I was diagnosed with epididimytis a few weeks ago at the hospital. I pretty much already knew what it was from researching it. I was prescribed 10 days of I believe flomax but it did almost nothing I feel. My problem now is that after ... | Hi, It might be a simple superficial bacterial infection. You can apply topical antibiotics like Mupirocin after cleaning with soap and water. If symptoms persist, better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
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