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What causes inflammation in groin, neck and shoulder? im a 33 y/o edimetrial cancer survivoir, total hyst 2 years ago,ca present in uterus, ovary, abdomen, and i had cancer in my bladder. I had 5 abdominal surgueries so i have adhesions which cause pain daily. Now my lymph nodes in groin, neck and sholder are imflamm...
HIWell come to HCMWith the malignant such swelling of lymph nodes are very likely and care need to be taken for fungal infection because this would be only worrisome and for this better to have clinical examination, else this is nothing to worry, if the swelling is limited only, as long as the diet is concern you can ...
Suggest medication for neck and head pain. my child 3.5 years old recently fell down from a chair. she is saying that she is having a pain in the neck exactly in the area of connecting neck to the head. I have consulted with a pediatrician but he said no need to worry. Is there any chance of head or neck injury. I am ...
Hi, your child is active and playing well so head and nrck injury is highly unlikely.Neck pain can be dur to soft tissue injury to neck .If neck pain persists after 2 weeks then consult neuro surgeon.Thanks
Q. What does abutment of the nerve root mean? Hi doctor,I am just wondering what is abutting and abutment of the nerve root means in a back issue. Please explain. What treatment is required for annular bulging and tear?
Hi. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. For further information consult a neurologist online -->
What causes blood in vomiting with severe abdominal pain ? sir i go with medication abortion 2 times ...continuously now ..i have many problems like very strong pain in my stomach....what i do plz help me sir..i m 22 years old.. now i get vomiting ...some time get blood in vomiting.
Hello You need to seek medical attention immediately.Blood in vomit is a very bad sign.You need to be examined and to undergo some tests.
What causes white color discharge while scrubbing the tip of the penis? Dear Sir, I am john from dubai and my age is 29yrs,am married,weight: 74kg,I have a problem related to my penis skin.Every morning when i retracting my penis foreskin and scrubbing the head of penis with my fingers (for proper washing),a white co...
DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. The white color substance is called smegma and is a collection of urine, dust, cloth dust, sperm or semen cells etc. This happens because of lack of hygiene. I suggest you to wash the inner sides of foreskin twice or thrice a day using soap and water. This is ...
Is it safe to travel while suffering from gall stones? is it safe to travel with gall stone(s)? My wife was told yesterday that she had a 1.8cm gall stone, it is too late to rebook a trip we have scheduled for 13 days from now. The pain she had yesterday was the first attack she has had, no previous pain.
I think yes it's safe or better the risk for another biliary colic if the first one was a true biliary colic is the same for a traveller, because it doesn't depend on the movement but more on the food you take. Abundant meals and especially abundant fatty meals may be the cause of a new biliary colic, so she should be ...
Suggest treatment for symptoms of madness after PTSD and TBI I have been treated for PTSD and TBI but I think my Dr confuses these two issues. I got an anti anx medication and face to face cognitive restructuring program, and even vet center counseling, yet its seems as if it took so long to get the right assistance I...
Hello!Welcome on Healthcaremagic!I would like to know that type of drugs that you are taking for anxiety. There are many types of antidepressants, which can help improve your situation. Increasing the dose may be helpful!I would also recommend trying Yoga and meditation. Meditation can help improve your situation durin...
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 ...
What causes cough, chest pain and shortness of breath? I cough sometimes causing me to dry heave but the only thing that comes up is thick sputum. After this happens my chest hurts for a couple of days. Twice in the last few months the sputum has been pink tinged with red flakes. I am also more short of breath. I have...
Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. Yes, you should definitely consult pulmonologist. Your symptoms like cough, breathlessness, chest pain are commonly seen in bronchitis. You are also having reddish sputum (blood mixed) and positive family history of lung cancer,...
What causes lump on calf after taking prednisone? I am 66 years old, 5ft 1 in and 130lbs,female. I have Giant Cell arteritis, receive toxciluzamab infusion once a month and also going down on prednisone at 4 mgs a day. I have been on prednisone for almost 3 years but unless on high doses, SED and CRP rates were alwa...
Thanks for your question on HCM. In my opinion, the lump you are feeling, is mostly due to hematoma due to injury in calf. Any soft tissue injury (muscle or tendon) cause healing by formation of hematoma. Hematoma is swelling around injured part made up of inflammatory cells and other tissue needed for healing. And it ...
Any suggestion for suffering from depression after having implanon implanted? Hi my 19 year old daughter had the implanon implanted in November. By December, she was no longer the happy go lucky girl she had always been. She became doubtful, withdrawn, crying all the time, unhappy, socially withdrawn, clinging to me, ...
DearWe understand your concerns.I went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Implanon implantation seldom creates depression. But some medicines given after the implantation as anti biotics and pain releivers could cause depression. Over and above, lazyness and idl mind after the implantation procedure...
What do lumps on the jawbone indicate? I have a small lump on the right and left sides of my jawbones very close to the ears. They first appeared 3 days ago and were sore. They are getting smaller now and they are not as sore..... Prior to this a fairly large bump which was red and rashy looking appeared on my forehea...
Hello dear Warm welcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query in details .* These are most likely parotid gland enlargement following some sort of viral infection .* Must get an ultrasound of the neck to confirm the diagnosis and further management .Wishing you fine recovery .Feel free to ask an...
Could the fall be causing the bulging of discs? I reccently got tripped up in some rebarb in a parking lot & fell down onto the pavement , I have had a lot of pain since the fall & now have been diagnosed wish some bulging discs so my question is..could this fall have caused these discs to buldge?
Hi,Thank you for posting your query.I have noted your symptoms, history of fall and MRI spine findings.It is possible that fall has led to the bulging discs. However, it could also be related to sitting posture, lack of exercises, etc.You should consult a physiotherapist and start doing back extension exercises.I hope ...
What cause internal pain in scars of gall bladder removal surgery? I had surgery 3 years ago to remove a necrotic gall bladder. I was extremely ill. Today I experience considerable internal pain around the scar area accompanied by what appears to be the movement of my internal organs. It is extremely uncomfortable. Pl...
hi.it is residual scar pain due to the constant irritation of the nerve endings dehisced during the surgical process.these are all highly nervous innervated areas with more pain radiating to the inner organsplease apply some local pain relieving creams like( volini-diclofenac gel) for temporary relieflocal applicatio...
Q. What ayurveda medicine cures blood in stool? Hi doctor, I am a 38 year old male. My weight is 85 kg and height is 5'11". I had the problem of blood in stool before a year and that got cured with medicine. Now again I feel very difficult to go toilet. I think it as constipation. I feel hard to pass stool. I used to ...
Hello. Revert back after a week to an ayurveda specialist online -->
Is there something to concern if I ejaculate semen and blood followed by hernia surgery? I had inguinal hernia surgery on my right side 15 days ago. I have since been diagnosed with a hematoma and hydrocele in my right testicle. I have masturbated 2-4 times since then with no issue. However, today I ejaculated a mix o...
HelloThanks for query.Hemospermia that you have could be due to infection of the Testis (Orchidectomy) following hernia surgery .You need to take broad spectrum antibiotic like Cefexime along with anti inflammatory drug like Diclofenac twice daily.Avoid sexual activities till it gets cured completely.Dr,Patil.
What causes delayed periods and negative pregnancy test? i havent had a period for six weeks now, i am feeling sick at night occassionally, i am getting headaches, eating food i never used to, im tired all the time and feel like napping during the day, my stomach seems to be getting bigger, my breasts are sore and enl...
Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion all your symptoms correlate with pregnancy symptoms.But as the pregnancy test is negative there might be no chance of pregnancy.Usually the urine pregnancy test gives accurate results a week after missed period in case of regular cycles.As you are 6 weeks now it should...
What happens if the Depo injection is taken during pregnancy? Hi I have been on depo for approx 2 years. I am 9 days late for my injection and I have had unprotected sex with my partner last night. How long before I know if I am pregnant. I am also due to get my injection today if pregnant what will happen to the p...
Hi, Dr Purushottam Neurgaonkar here. I welcome you to HCM VIRTUAL CLINIC. I have gone through your question, and I think I have understood your concern. I will suggest you the best possible treatment options. 1 ) First of all do not panic. If you are regularly on depo injections, then seven to ten days plus - minus w...
What causes sore penis? Several days ago My partner developed a sore penis. Initially sore whilst having sex, orgasming, then within 24 hours fire like sensations when he urinated. He says the eye of the penis is red and despite taking antibiotics 3 days later he still has discomfort particularly first thing in mornin...
Hello, Urethritis with swollen inguinal lymphadenopathy may be due to STD. So use tablet.azithromycine 500mg once a day for five days or cap.doxycyclin 100 mg twice a day for five days. If symptoms not improved please consult with your physician/sexologist he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered...
Are swelling in legs and skin discoloration a cause for concern? I noticed swelling in my left leg today. In the chin area and the side of the leg. I also have 6 or 7 bruises or skin discoloration below the skin...in the area when the swelling occurred. The bruising and skin discolorations almost form a C . Is this ca...
Hello,It looks from your details that it can be due to following reasons:- Injury to your leg- Due to some medicines like anticogulant (like heparin)- Due to clot formation in your veinsI will advise you the following to have relief:- Check for any medicines you are taking for bleeding tendencies- Apply an ace bandage ...
Had fusion L2-S1. Having increased pain. Further course of treatment? I am fused L2-S1 I lead a fairly active life but with increased pain have been told not to walk long distances or to exercise in the pool. I am going to need a surgeon to look at me. I have had 4 su Rgeries to this area since age 19. I am now 47. Wh...
HiThank you for your question.The symptoms you have described are typical of adjacent segment degeneration. This, I am sure is not new for you as you have already had 4 surgeries. If you are willing to travel you can see a spine surgeon at University of Alabama Birmingham AL. They perform a lot many revision spine surg...
Had ovary removal and groin repair. Pain near belly button. Any opinion? Hi. I had my both overies removed and a membraine repaired on my right lower groin 3 months ago. I felt fine for three weeks and started having pain to the right of my belly button about midway to the groin repair. I went back to the doctor who ...
Hola.About his pain to the right of belly button;adhesions from the surgery is a possible diagnosis.Another diagnosis to consider, by the location, it isappendix inflammation (but would have other symptoms such as low fever, fatigue, loss of appetite).Your surgeon will decide but I think it is necessary to request a bl...
My stomach area has become very dark with a big tummy Hello...I am 25yrs old and delivered my dd during January.My stomach area has become very dark and my tummy is still big.Please help me to get rid off this problem.Thank you.
Hello, Welcome to HealthcareMagic. For the darkened skin, apply creams containing Kojic acid or Aelaic acid are useful. Other treatment options which you can get done are chemical and glycolic acid peels. Microdermabrasion can also be done, but this might require several sessions. Skin resurfacing using lasers is also...
Q. Can HIV be contracted by just fingering the vagina? Hello doctor, Three weeks ago, I met a girl in a strip club and I was fingering her vagina for at least 30 minutes but without any intercourse or kissing or anything else. A week after this, I started having gas in my stomach and feeling strange and this continues...
Hello. There is really no chance of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection through just fingering the vagina as the virus is unable to pass through intact skin. There is not even a need to screen for HIV if fingering is the only physical activity that you have performed. Your stomach issues are perhaps due to ind...
Taken antibiotics and steroids for cough. Prescribed Ganaton and Nexum for gastric asthma. Need to take during winter? I had this bad non stop cough for 3 months. Took anti biotics, syrups, steroids, inhalers, nothing worked. I get this persistent cough two to three times in a year since 20 years. Some said it is bro...
it can keep control as if you continue there will be no exageration there are no harm in taking for long if you are ok and have no recurence of attacksin my opinion if you consult allergy doctor he may get blood serum tests for specific antibodies for milk wheat potato and other food you take avoid those and you will b...
Is it possible to get pregnant without sexual intercourse? My question, is it possible to be pregnant without sexual intercourse. If yes, I have consumed an ipill within 72 hours and i still havnt gotten my periods. why so?to be specific, on 23rd dec, we were just pleasuring each other and ended up with him rubbing hi...
hi,yes it is possible to get pregnant if the semen has touched your vaginal wall,there is a chance that some of the semen could have entered your vagina, the life of a sperm is 24 hours.you can get a pregnancy test done if you are expecting your periods on 27th that means you have already passed your date if you are pr...
Q. When will HIV antibodies develop in a body after exposure? Hello doctor, After how many days a normal person (22 years) suffering from all symptoms and just have tested HIV 1 and 2, and tridot test with negative result at 120 days develop antibodies? I have symptoms from day 10. Is my test at 120 days conclusive? I...
Hi. Antibodies are the proteins produced by the body in response to fight the foreign substance (antigen, virus, infectious agent) it enters the body. When antigen enters the body, it stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies. It is very difficult to tell that how much time a particular person takes to develop...
Do I need anti rabies vaccine after a suspected kitten bite? hi : I suspected I was scratched by a kitten last Aug 22, 2014 and have 3 doses of anti rabies vaccine that lasted Sep 5, 2014. But today I suscpeted again that I was bitten by a kittnenwhen i saw a small laceration in my left middle finger. Should I still n...
Hello,Welcome to HCM,Rabies is a 100% fatal disease but 100% preventable by proper and adequate treatment. Cat is a known reservoir of rabies virus and can transmit rabies by biting.As you were bit by the cat following which you have taken active immunization with three doses of anti rabies vaccine.As you have once aga...
Q. Why do my wife and I have itchy white spots on our private parts? Hello doctor, I am having itchy white spots on my penis from last two days. When I rub the spots, it seems the skin is peeling off. It started after having sexual intercourse with my wife, and she also has some white itchy spots on her vagina. Both o...
Hello. Revert with more information to a cosmetologist online -->
Chronic diarrhea, enlarged liver, endolimax. Hepatitis A test, HIV test ordered. Do I have HIV? I have recently returned from XXXX and have had persistent dierreah I have had blood tests and stool samples taken the blood tests show that my liver is slightly inflamed and the stool sample shows trade of endolimax one dr...
Hi and welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thank you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can.Usually liver enlargement may indicate some types of hepatitis or fatty liver diseases and in most cases it doesnt require any specific treatment. If this is caused by...
How can a pregnancy stage be accurately calculated? hi i just found out i was pregnant the doctor did all the test except for a sonogram but she put her finger in my private n said i was about 20 weeks but my calculations n symptoms indica ei should be 12 weeks can she be wrong she also said it can be that i may be ha...
HiI think I have understood your concern.Pregnancy dates are calculated from the first day of last menstrual periods.Calculate the present date from your last period's first day, and divide the number of days by 7 to get dates in terms of weeks of pregnancy.The possibilities of twins or wrong dates will get cleared by...
Suggest treatment for skin rashes on cheeks and extremities of a child my son is 1 yr and 1 month old, weight : 10.5 kg . He started to have dry skin with red color hives likes rashes over cheeks, extremities, front torso and thighs, with eczematous state of ankle and dorsum of wrist. He had not recevied breast feeedi...
Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic. 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. Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consul...
Should I concerned for the soreness and bruising in the ceases at the back of the knee? Hi, I am a women in her early 40 s and the back of my knees where the cease are have been sore. I just looked in the mirror and notices purple bruising in the ceases. Should I be concerned? I am active and workout alot and just had...
HiIf there's swelling and pain, it may be bursitis..if no swelling, then take advil tab for 3 days, apply voltaren gel, it will be okayThanks
Can heart murmur during heart examination in a child be something serious? my childs peadiatritian found a murmur during examination.she is doing all fine except poor weight gain he reffered for echo for which we will get appt only after 3 months she is 6 months old now.He said that it was soft murmur and could be not...
Hi, welcome to HCM. Can understand your concerns. Murmur in a small baby can be a serious problem. You have to do an echocardiography. Echocardiography will tell you what is the reason for murmur. Take care.
Vomiting blood, sonography shows fatty liver and enlarged spleen. Have fever, stomach ache, irregular bowel movement hi, recently i had a blood vomit . in consultation with a doctor i under went a abdominal ultra sonoraphy. the following are the results. -fatty liver -enlarged spleen : 125 mm i have been prescribed th...
Hi,Vomiting blood is not normal.It could be due to ulcer disease or due to varices secondary to liver disease.Since the ultrasound scan shows enlarged spleen, bleeding due to varices is more likely.An upper GI endoscopy should be done to confirm the source of bleeding.If it is variceal bleeding, it can be controlled en...
What does cervical insufficiency during pregnancy mean? Hi Madam, I am in second trimester(21st week 3 days). I have undergone for sonogram scanning, the report observations are: Cervical Insufficiency . Cervical Length: 4 cm, Internal OS is dilated measuring 1.5 cm, cervical canal dilated measuring 0.7 cm. External o...
Hello dear,I understand your concern.As per your history the cevix length is normal but the internal is is dilated.The cervical insufficiency or incompetency means the in capability of cervix to hold the fetus.It can be due to short cervical length which is less than 2.5 cm and dilated internal os.The cervix length is ...
What causes premature ejaculation in a 32 year old? hi i am 32 years old, & i have been materbating since the age of 10. recently i have had a a girl freind & we tried making out. we do it atleast ones a month, but ejaculate in less than 20 seconds. i have taken anti dipressants as pescribed by a urologist & taken oth...
Hi, Normal masturbation has less effect on premature ejaculation. Prone masturbation can cause premature ejaculation. If SSRi is not working for you then we need to do investigation for cause. Diabetes, hypertension, alcohol, smoking, exercise and diet play a role in premature ejaculation. Hope I have answered your que...
Suggest treatment for food allergy Hi, My son is severely food allergic and had a bakery biscuit 2 days back. He vomitted and was wheezing, so we gave him 1 ml of benadryl and he was doing fine. Today we notice his inner lips and inside of cheeks to be black. Is it something to worry. What do you want me to do. thanks...
Hello,Welcome to HCM,Food allergy is an immune system reaction that occurs soon after eating a certain food. Even a tiny amount of the allergy-causing food can trigger signs and symptoms.The most common food allergy signs and symptoms include Tingling or itching in the mouth,Hives, itching or eczema, Swelling of the li...
What causes severe abdominal pain ? Had blood tests and ultrasound done for abd pain - found nothing. Have now got it into my head that I have hodgins disease because i am also slightly itchy
Hello. Welcome to HCM, You are presuming a big ailment for no obvious reason at all. The common symptoms of Hodgkin's disease are generalised lymph node enlargement, may be weight loss and hepatosplenomegaly. It has to be proved by special tests like immunohistochemistry on biopsy samples. Itching is totally unrelated ...
Is it ok if a 3 month baby has grayish colored clay like poop ? My 3 month old just had a grayish coloured clay like poop is this normal? She was breastfed but has been on a Hypoallergenic formula for 1.5 weeks and the poos at first were more greeny yellow but seedy and large amounts..this was a smaller poo but looked...
It can be normal, but please get her stool examined to check if she is passing stercobilin or not. This is a by-product of bile that is secreted by the liver into the gut. Presence of stercobilin in stool means that she is fine and there is no blockage in her bile system.I said this because pale stools and presence of ...
What causes upper abdomen pain, headache and dizziness? For the last couple of days I have been experincing bad upper abdominal pain, headache, stomach ache, light headedness, nausia and disiness. I am a 15 year old female. My height is about 5'8" and weight is about 120 lbs. I havent had any receant injuries. Idea? D...
welcome to Health care magic.1. The symptoms could be any infective / inflammatory bowel causes which do gives symptoms headache and nausea.2.Symptoms does not seems serious, but you need to get some antispasmodic for pain relief.3.If symptoms does not resolve, you may have to see your GP and get an antibiotic treatmen...
What causes left sided body pain after lump removal surgery from head? Hi I had an operation on my left side of the head in 2012 because I had a lump that was so painful now after the op I always have these pains especialy when I'm stressed my whole left side will pain so badly plus I need to know can I be pregnant si...
Hi,Head surgery has little to do with being pregnant If your periods are regular and don't have any problem regarding the flow then you can definitely conceive. As you have mentioned that you have pain around your breast, thoroughly do a self examination of them by lightly but firmly palpating on all sides of breast to...
Q. My nasal passage gets blocked at night resulting continuous sneeze in the morning. Please help. Hello doctor, At night time while sleeping, the nasal passage of mine gets blocked. This results in the stuffy nose in the morning once I get up in the morning and I had to continuously sneeze for a long time in the morn...
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per your symptoms of nasal congestion and sneezing you are likely to be suffering from allergic rhinitis. One thing that is prime importance is avoidance of allergens. Then there is also the role of steroids. Since you are diabetic, systemic steroids are better avoided. However topic...
What does low levels of platelets and WBC in blood indicate? I just got blood test back and My friend said it seems a little off. WBC are 6.87 platelets 282HGB are 13.3 RBC are 4.47 She says looking at the white count it seems alittle low and the platets the same. Is that true and what dose it mean if they are?
All parameters seems within normal range, who said these counts are low.Normal ranges may vary but following are for your reference range(you can check them in her reports for reference range) :WBC: 4000 - 10000/cu. mmHgB: 12-16 g/dL (female) , 13-17 g/dl (male)Platelet: 150-450 thous/ cu mmRBC: 3.5-4.5 millions/cu m...
Developed a nickel sized keloid below my naval after an elective colon resection. What do you recommended? Hi, I Had an elective colon resection in August from diverticulitis where I had 2 huge abscesses. I am a 35 year old male. I now have a nickel sized keloid below my naval. It pretty aggregating in this area due t...
Hello!Thank you for the query.Silicone scar strips wont make your keloid disappear. Due to some factors, your scar does not heal property so you get larger than usually scar. You do not have to go to skin doctor, surgeon is enough. But you need to know that scar creation takes up to a year. During that time it can grow...
Is application of mild pressure on the head of a baby a concern? Hi this evening my husband and my 1 week old baby we re taking a nap together and while my husband was asleep he rolled over and rested his arm on the baby s head I don t know for how long but I know they were together for 30 minutes after I saw it I rus...
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Here are few suggestions for you 1. First and foremost thing is to check whether baby is taking feeds well or not. If baby is takings feeds normally than its reassuring. 2. Check baby's activity. If baby looks normal as he/sh...
Did mox suspension and omnacortil cause loose watery stools? Hi my yr old son is suffering from cough doc has prescribed mox suspension 3.5 ml thrice a day for 5 days and omnacortil suspension for 4 days and nebulisation with asthalin ,but after giving him these medicine he is not eating anything .passes loose watery ...
Hi,Mox suspension can cause loose stools or gastrointestinal upset as a side effect. This antibiotic can be stopped and other groups of antibiotics can be started if cold and cough persists.Antibiotics can kill the beneficial bacteria in the intestine which can cause diarrhoea in many patients. Probiotics can reduce su...
What could mucus strings in stool with diarrhea in toddlers suggest? My 4 yr old daughter has had diarrhea for a few days now and upon examing her stool, I noticed it us mucus like with black string looking pieces inside of it. The strings look like fine threads. I put gloves on and touched it. The strings broke apart...
Hi..this type mucus strings the denuded mucosa of the intestines and it is quit common finding in diarrhea due to any cause - either bacterial or viral. 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 ex...
Had sex, he did not ejaculate to mine. Do i still have a chance to get pregnant? me and my boyfriend had a contact last march 21, since it was our first time we dont know how to handle it both,,, when he tried to insert it to mine i felt the pain. so i told him to remove it from being inserted to mine... he did not ej...
hello,Unprotected sex by withdrawal method has failure rate near about 15-28%. Though it depends on fertile days. Precum or prostatic fluid contains sperm and may cause pregnancy in some percentage women.Here, if you missed your period more than 7 days, you need to undergo one home pregnancy test initially or blood tes...
What causes persisting fever? I am suffering from fever since last whole month.Its between 99 and 100.I dont have any other problem like flu,cough etc but just have headache and weakness now.I had series of tests like typhoid,LFT,UDR etc but they all are normal. Whenever i took panadol,fever goes down but after someti...
HIGreetings from Dr.Divakara.PThanks for posting your query. Well if fever is persisting then it means that there is still persisting infection. You have not been completely evaluated with tests. You need to be done certain more test which shall detect the cause of fever. In that regard I would like to advise ce...
I got mucus in the diaper of my 2 months old baby my baby is 2 months old and is consipated... He farted while I changed his diaper and it was just clear mucus.. Is that okay... I m stressed out about it..
Hi, Your baby is quit O.K. But you not maintion how many times in a day he do so. Flatus may be the cause of mucus discharge.
Why is my penis dry and cracking? The skin on my penis (uncircumcised), is cracked, not bleeding or an open wound, just the skin is superficially cracked, as well as the head of the penis, the skin is not plump and as moisturized as it should be, are there any steps I can take to make my penis back to the way it was?
Hello dearUnderstand your concernI think it is due to fungal infections (candidiasis) or dermatitis. Exact diagnosis is made by consulting dermatologist after examination and proper investigation. (swab test, cell culture, serology, NAAT test). Take following advice: wear loose pure cotton inner wear, change undergarme...
Need medication for dull aching pain at the middle & back right side I have a dull aching pain about mid back between the middle of my back and my right side. I have been drinking too much for about 5 years and recently have tried quitting. I don't have any pain associated with what I've read about an enlarged liver (...
Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.With such presentations in my clinic, I would prefer having abdominal ultrasound to assess the liver and the gall bladder.I'd like to notify you that these symptoms may be part of withdrawal symptoms as you started to quit drinking,It may last for time.
Suggest remedy for lumps under skin in right lower abdomen Hi, I m experiencing a little lump under the skin in my right lower abdomen, It doesn t hurt but i can feel it bulging and it goes away in half a minute to two minutes and occasionally re appears especially after sex. The only time it s done that was when i wa...
HI,Dear,Thanks for the query to HCM.1-I have stuied your query in depth.2-IN my opinion,this little lump in rt lower abomen,is a groin hernia or the any one of the varieties of the abdominal hernia?femoral,inguianal?.3-Dear ,cause of this lump is existing defect in the abdominal wall, which may have experssed after sex...
What does resting heart rate is 123 imply? I m 44 and my resting heart rate is 123. Earlier today I experienced heart pounding and my resting rate was at 192. There are comorbidity factors. I m Allergic asthmatic, Diabetic, anxiety issues, I have a chronic high wbc, anemia, I have a small adrenal adenoma on my right a...
Hello, Considering your medical history you are suffering from multiple issues which can be causing a high pulse rate. In my opinion, consult your physician for basic cardiac evaluation. If everything is fine then put you on some beta blockers for better pulse rate control. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know ...
Can a lump oozing fluid cause cancer upon contact? my father had a lump on his slin since 30 yrs...today it started draining out. i was dressing him... but after that i forgot to wash my hand.... i eat my food... i dont know what the lump was..is this cancerous?... if its so then as i didnt wash my hand...the cell gon...
Hi,Do not worry. You will not get cancer from your father in this way. Please be reassured. Regards,Dr K A Pottinger
Suggest treatment for shortness of breath Having trouble breathing (shortness of breath) went to an emergency doctor a few days ago and was not diagnosed for heart problems but more likely acid reflux. Reading symptoms of Asthma, it seems that its syptoms match of how I am feeling. Anticid (Tums) is not working, Anyth...
Hello!Welcome on HCM!Regarding your concern, I would like to explain that it is necessary to perform a comprehensive differential diagnosis of your breathing problems.After a careful physical exam, additional medical tests are recommended as follows:- complete blood count,- chest X ray study,- BNP and NP-proBNP,- fasti...
What causes cold, metallic taste, severe groin/leg pains and depression? For the last three days i have been feeling really cold, and have severe back groin and leg pains. I have been taking paracetamol when needed. I feel exhausted but am not sleeping well. Recently I have been stressed and feel that now that has bee...
HiThanks for using healthcare magicMetallic taste, bodyache, tiredness, tingling sensation, joint pain, depressive symptoms would go in favor for multiple causes like depression, autoimmune disorder, metal toxicity, fibromylagia. Better to consult a physician and get all test done. In case, you need further help, you c...
Does finax increase body weight? Dear sir, i have consulted with skin specialist for hair fall in my home town. he suggested me to take the following tablets. I) finax II) becomin whether these tablets increases my body weight. i am confused now whether to use this or not. my friends are telling that it increases my w...
Finax (finasteride) is highly unlikely to cause weight gain but there are some individuals who experience weight gain with Finax. I would suggest you to consult your dermatologist for alternative therapy if you think your weight gain is significant. If it is not much, you can give lifestyle modifications like diet and ...
Inflamed liver, vomiting constantly. Normal gallium scan, waiting fro biopsy report. What type of diet can be followed? my son has been very ill for 9 weeks, has inflamed liver, hep has been ruled out, he has had a galium scan which has shown nothing but the inflamed liver, he has just had a liver biopsy but results w...
Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. Inflammation in liver itself causes vomiting & hyper acidity.Plenty of water ( add salt+sugar) but sip by sip will help. Syrup ( with ingredients oxetacaine ) will provide relief. Stemetil Mouth dissolving tablet + antacid tablets. Banana is also helpful .Still , no relief...
Q. My period is delayed by two months. Is it advisable to do medical abortion myself at home? Hello doctor, I am 25 years old. The date of the first day of my last period was two months back. Am I pregnant? I want to abort. Can I do medical abortion myself at home at this time? Is it safe? Please help me and consult m...
Hello. You need to take a urine pregnancy test and confirm the pregnancy. Please visit a gynecologist for the further examination. You will also have to undergo an ultrasound done to rule out ectopic pregnancy which is dangerous. If your pregnancy if seven weeks or less, then you can be given medical management of abor...
Suggest remedy for severe depression and sleeping disorders My wife patient of depression since 2003 at starting sleeping prob and she was liking to have the foods. Afterwards went to doctors psychairitist but problem remains same even medicines are so heavy doses that she usd to sleep for continuously 2 days.then I w...
Hello,Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query.I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through.From what you have stated it is quite clear that she is having a depressive episode. Depression can occur with regular stress and it can also occur biologically ...
Is enlarged heart and brain in fetus sign of digeorge syndrome? Hi doctor,today I had my 20week anomaly scan and unfortunately all wasn t well n we discovered that our unborn baby is sfd and also has an enlarged heart(which takes uo to a 3rd of the abdominal) and enlarged posterior ventricle in the brain. By partners ...
digeorge syndrome consists of heart defects ,clefr palate.,,cleft lip,loe set ears,widely spaced eyes.and per se those two signs not enough to say it as digeorge syndrome.
What causes the uvala to touch the back of the tongue? i dont know if this problem is serious but i think my uvula touches the back of my tongue. i cough a bit. i smoke like 3 times a week and have been smoking since last month. i usually sing but now, i cant reach high notes because of my uvula. what do you think is ...
Smoking can be an irritant to the oral environment. The simplest answer is to stop smoking and see the response of the uvula. Smoking can change your natural flora in the mouth. This can give you an opportunistic infection with an overabundance of certain bacteria. This could affect the uvula and require antibiotic tre...
How to calculate the date of conceiving? I had my cycle on May 1st, I have a 30 day regular cycle. I had intercourse on May 9, but he did not ejaculate in me. I then had sex on May 14th and 17th when he did ejaculate inside. When I had my first ultrasound, the physicians office confirmed a due date of February 6th, 20...
Hello,Physicians calculate according to your last menstrual period (LMP) then add 9 months plus 7 days to calculate the date. But if you have a regular cycle, you say your LMP is 30 May then around 14 to 17 you might ovulate and have sex during that time. Most likely it's on 14th day rupture if cycle is of 28 days. You...
What is the treatment for severe abdominal pain? my daughter has had severe stomach pain for the last two weeks with no relief. she has been put on acid blockers pepsid and also a medication to take to coat her stomach before she eats. she has had exrays ultrasounds ct scans and nothing has been diagnosed. she has had...
Hi ! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.I am not aware if your daughter eats food from outside frequently specially the fast food and fried, spicy items. If so , please advise her to avoid these , as intestinal infections could creep in and also some components of the food might be creating inflammation...
Is there any natural remedy for curing very loud stomach gas? Hullo. I am hoping you can help me. I am experiencing 'very loud' stomach gas. I would prefer a natural cure to medication. Mostly, I think the noise is the worst for me: as I have close neighbours and naturally it is disturbing for them and very worryin...
**1. prior to opting for natural cure, investigate for:. Stool[for amoebiasis,giardiasis, tapeworm]. Hemoglobin for [anemia]. ultrasonography [gallbladder]. Sigmoidoscopy/Gastroscopy [if indicated]2. Abdominal exercises are very useful for flatulence and constipation.3. Eating a little less than demanded by appetite is...
Could raised veins on thigh with brown spots on calf and ankles be related? Hi,I have noticed on the back of my right thigh that my veins have become gathered and raised,also have freckle like brown spots all over my ankles and raising to my lower calf.are the two related in anyway?spots are on both ankles etc but vei...
hi,Thanks for providing the brief history of youAs you mentioned about the signs, i want to know if you had any particular injury or hurt yourself.Since you mentioned about the signs behind the thigh upto the ankles, it may be some disruption in the venous return, for which i will advice you to get once checked by the ...
Sperm count decreased. How to increase the quality of sperm? iam 51 years . not having any wronghabits my sperm count decreses how to increase the quality of my sperm is iui method is safe . my count is 21.4 million ph 8.o total motility is 35%, rapidly progressive nil, moderately progressive 10%, sluggishly 25% sperm...
HelloThanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have Asthenozoospermia meaning there by that percentage of rapid progressive motile sperm is less than 10 %.in your case it is 0 %.As per WHO standards percentage of rapid motile grade one sperm should be minimum 12-15 % to have effe...
What causes elbow pain when placing on hard surface? Whenever I try to rest my elbow down on a hard surface(table, desk, etc.) it always hurts. I can feel the vein that clearly causes a very sharp pain whenever I do so. What can be done to stop this from happening? I will go to the doctor, hopefully my appointment can...
Hi there.It is possible you have tennis elbow which causes pain on the outer aspect of the elbow on extending the hand. I suggest you use Tennis elbow splint. Take Tablet Ibuprofen 200mg twice a day for relief. I suggest you get examined by an Orthopaedic surgeon to confirm this diagnosis and if needed steroid or PRP i...
How can severe stomach cramps while having hernias be treated? Jam in terrible pain from stomach cramps.It has been 3 days of this nightmare.My gastroenterologist sad to go to the emergency,but I cannot Waite for hours in there to be seen. I already have had a CT scan that shows hernias. Can you tell what should I do ...
Hello and welcome to Ask A Doctor Service. I reviewed your query and here is my answer.Your ct scan showed hernias, is it intra-abdominal and what sort of hernia is it? Does it contain mesentry or bowels? If you had pain, then it means that your hernia may have strangulated which cause severe pain. Besides gastroent...
Having lower back pain. Pregnancy test negative. Had re-insertion of implanon. Normal bowel, urine. What is causing pain? Hi, I have been having lower back pain for about a week now, with no period (about 3-4 days late). I have done four home pregnancy tests which have all been negative (in the last week). I had an ol...
Hi Welcome to HCM The lower back pain you are having is not due to urine or bowel problem but its origin also lies in the lower back. This pain is actually neurological which is cause by the nerve compression at the lumbar or sacrum level due to disc position problem. Simple NSAIDs are quite effective in pain. you can ...
Suggest treatment for persistent stomach and lower back pain My daughter is has constant stomach pain, along with low back pain. The stomach pains persist and don t go away for a few days. She is 23 years old, and eats well. She is not overweight either. Is this related to ovulation, or could this be something more se...
Here for persistant stomach pain can be due to many resion. Few of them are gastritis, gastric ulcer, constipation, urinarybtract infection, liver issue or ovarian cyst, etc. How ever there is only one way to rule out the cause is doing ultrasound of abdomen. And as per the ultrasound report later you can visit doctor ...
What causes lump in throat, fever and runny nose? Hi, I had a fever starting about two weeks ago. Just the general runny nose, sore throat , etc. It subsided about a week ago but now i have a lump in my throat which is seriously sore and continually getting worse. What is it? I am on a university campus and health ser...
it is due to enlarged tonsils or the lymph nodes and these are all body's immunity to infective agents and not to worry too much!take hot saline gargles thrice twenty times daily for 1/2 days and if not resolving take antibiotics!all the best!
What causes swollen and painful foot? I kicked a wall yesterday and my foot was in pain. It wasn't swollen or bruised, just difficult to walk on. I immediately elevated my foot and used ice. It didn't hurt to touch. Throughout the night, my foot was warm and stiff. Once I woke up this morning, the pain was worse. I ...
HI, i have read carefully your query.Since you you have swelling ankle and pain, the trauma of your foot is not just a simple kick. The most of the chances are for a sprain or ligament distortion but you have to do a x-ray examination of your ankle to check your foot bones. After you ensure you don't have any fracture ...
Suggest cure for back pain For the last three days my head hurts, specially in the back and below neck...I fell very weak and tired, and since yesterday night I have been with a very bad back pain and the bones of my arms hurt really bad...even if I do not move them. What can it be?
Hi Welcome to healthcaremagic I have gone through your query and understand your concern.You may be having having some kind of infection specially viral as it is of acute onset. You can take analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief. Vitamin B and C is helpful in recovery. Proper hydration is helpful in recovery. Res...
How can depression and anxiety be treated? I am sumayya..i was takin levosulpride with dexol for last 2 months..now i stop this due to galactorrhea...now i feel so deppressesd and anxious...i was on sertraline 50 mg for last 2 months.... Is my anxiety due to withdrawal of levosulpride?how long it will lasts. What can ...
Dear.Anxiety and depression can be successfully treated by antidepressants and Anti Anxiety drugs .
What is the treatment of vertigo attacks ? hello, I suffer from vertigo attcks with severe sickness and am taking Serc for this. I seem to be having more attacks lately and in between attacks have a very dizzy head most of the time. I do not know whether the dizziness is due to the vertigo or if the high blood pressur...
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Chronic vertigo can occur due to ear pathology. Drugs like Betahistine, Dimenhydrinate and Cinnarizine can be helpful when used in combination. Additional usage of Vitamin D and Ginkgo biloba may be tried. Vertigo exercises a...
Suggest remedy for puss filled huge blister on tail bone Hi ,I have a family member who has a huge blister on ger tail bone ,it has puss and she says that she can't even sit down because ir hurts so bad ,she doesn't want to go to the hospital because she has no ins. Please help, and tell me if this is for her to go t...
Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.Bone infection with the pus is very serious. It should be treated very judiciously.I suggest you to do culture and sensistivity from the pus discharged.Taking drug according to the rep...
What casues sensorineural hearing loss? Sir, My daughter, Manya, aged 3 years, has been diagnosed with sensorineural hearing loss with severe to profound hearing loss and she has been advised for cochlear implants. Because of hearing loss, she has not been able to speak as well. I wish to ask you if there is anythin...
Sensorineural hearing loss in a child often occurs right from birth and may be caused due to certain congenital infections like TORCH. It severely impedes with speech development as hearing is the first step for the development of speech. No medicines, be it homeopathic, ayurvedic or anything will not make her hear sin...
What is the dose of medicine to be taken before dental surgery? HI I AM GOING TO HAVE DENTAL SURGERY TO REMOVE TWO TEETH. I AM SUPPOSE TO TAKE ONE TABLET ONE HOUR BEFORE THE SURGERY AND 4 AFTER I WAKE UP. IS THIS TO MUCH ? IT IS 500 MG. I AD A KNEE REPLACEMENT 8 MONTHS AGO AND THOUGHT THAT MIGHT HAVE SOMETHING TO DO W...
Hello.I need to know If you are having any other medical problem in the body or not.based on it I can give opinion on prescription.I would also like to know if you are on any medication other than tooth pain. Is there any medical problem in your parents or family.Do you have allergy to any medication. Based on above hi...
What do lumps in the throat indicate? Okay so I went to my family doctor 2 months ago about weight loss im only 103lbs but i originally was 160 & lost it all within a span of 3 months. I went in to the er when I noticed a lump on my in my throat close to my jaw that could move up onto my face. They found not only the ...
Hello,The lumps in throat indicate possible adenoid enlargement or some tumors. I strongly recommend undertaking a CT scan of the region for the best possible guidelines and further management. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
How to get pregnant? HI, I have pcos, doctor suggested me to take feminol for 3 months to regularise the periods. me n my husband are planning for a baby now. i was suggested to take siphene for 5 days after my day 1 of period, then went on a follicular study and the egg was released on the 16th day., from that day i ...
Hi, This suggests that you ovulate occasionally only. Both Siphene & Goodova are the same. Hope doctor gave a gap of 1 month between cycles of hormones , ovaries may be tired after one cycle of hormones. Underlying cause of PCOS is central obesity, ie Fat around your waist, thighs & middle part of body. Have a controll...
What are the possible treatments for hypertension? name :sheetal c kudale,pune.hypertention since 6 yrs.,no diabetiesno urinary complaints,BP still 110/70-100/80USG+Dopper:RK 8.7,LK 9,there is evidance of bialateral chronic renal parencymal disease (17/11/11)Renal biopsy:coarsely granular mesangial IGa (+++),IGM(+),&f...
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. I have gone through the reports you have mentioned. You are having hypertension secondary today chronic kidney disease. This is secondary type of hypertension. And in this type of hypertension, angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and angiotensi...
Suggest treatment for recurrent strep throat in child My 10 year old son has had strep throat twice within the past month or so and was treared with amoxicillon. He also has stage 1 renal disease caused by congential hydronephrosis. Little brother and both of us were treated this week for strep also. My 10 year old...
Children often suffer from sore throat which is commonly caused by either a bacteria called Streptococcus or a virus called Epstein Barr Virus. Gurgle with lukewarm water is the best treatment. Irrespective of the cause or treatment with antibiotics it takes 5-7 days to recover. In fact, antibiotics like amoxycillin ca...
What causes chest pain while on omperazole? I have been having chest pain...seen at hosp...had ekg and chest xray...both good....can what Im be a side effect from taking omperazole...I also have experienced the jitters and a few other symptoms? Can you tell if some one has had a heart attack with x ray and echo graph?...
Hello,I have gone through your question.first of all let me tell you that xray chest and resting ECG do not rule out heart attack .you are not well due to omeprazole so it suggests that your pain is not due to Acidity.You must get your echocardiogram and stress test done to rule out heart disease.My best wishes.
L5,S1 fusion. Headaches, nausea, muscle pain and stiffness, tiredness. Possible causes ? Syrinx T3-T6, hx: C5,6,7 fusion and L5,S1 fusion. headaches, nausea, falling asleep, tired, left chest, arm, back numb and tingling. shoulder and neck pain and stiffness. Scheduled for EMG July 12 and brain / spinal cord MRI w/...
Hi, You had head ache, nausea, sleepy, tired , left chest arm, and back numb, and tingling. your tests are about to come long after. In the mean while i advise you to consult a nearby practiner for relief of pain. i to my patients with such symptoms prescribe, ofloxaci...
Sore patch on the tongue after having a trauma to the molar. Root canal suggested. Advice? Since a trauma to my molar last autumn, I have a monthly or 3 weekly sore patch on my tongue, same or similar place - not always quite an ulcer, more an inflamed papillae... I have a temporary filling fitted but since my trauma ...
Hello, Thanks for posting your query. The trauma can cause inflammation on your tongue and thereby ulceration. I would advice you to take plenty of fluids and nutritious food. Vitamin becosules,c ,iron and folic acid supplements can be administered. The traumatised tooth has to be evaluated clinically and root canal t...
Is lung cancer related with wheezing and acid reflux? Hi, I've had a cough for about 2 weeks, some days are worse then others, and I'm experienceing some occasional wheezing, with occasional back and chest discomfort. I have gone to the dr. and she believes it has to do with my Acid Reflux. I'm a little paranoid bec...
GreetingsWheezing and reflux as you mentioned are most likely due to dyspepsia and gastro esophageal reflux disease. It has nothing to do with lung cancer. But i will still advise you to quit smoking.Regards
What causes itchiness in the eyes and nose? i am not certain i have allergies. my symptom is a few sneezes when i wake up in the morning. that is the only time throughout the day. no other symptoms (itching eyes or nose, watery eyes, redness, puffiness, sniffels, coughs ............nothing else). few sneezes occurs no...
Hi,You might have sinusitis or allergic rhinitis or upper respiratory tract infection or bronchitis with congestion which actually causes all this symptoms.You can do some routine blood tests with sputum examination and chest X- ray to have confirmed diagnosis.Anyway,you should be given oral antibiotics (quinolones or ...
Suggest treatment for chest pain and shoulder blade pain Hi, I am a 62 year old woman who is overweight with diabetes. All day I have had pain in my right chest above my ribs and directly behind my breast. At times this pain is felt at my back at my right shoulder blade. What is causing this pain and how should it be ...
Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more. But since you are having age more than 60 years, diabetes, obesity etc, better to rule out heart related pain first. So get done ecg and 2d echo. If both these are ...
What causes reeling of head with discomfort in body and head? dear doctor, my name is dibinghosh.i am talking from abudhabi.today when i travel to abudabi from musaffah i feel something bad on my head nad body.then i come back room. i feel my head is reeling without any reason...can you suggest anything about this?
Hello,In my opinion, an imbalance of the inner ear apparatus may have caused your symptoms. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, for example, is a possible condition. Discuss with your Doctor for these issues.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Erion Spaho, Neurolo...
Suggest treatment for a painful bump on the gum Hello I just now had a soft squishy bump(that is also slightly painful when pressed on) appear on the lower left back of my gum. I had taken a drink of coke and it just appeared. It's located underneath the molar which is actually chipped on the side and a tooth next to ...
Hi.. Welcome to healthcare magic. As you mentioned you have problem of gum swelling around impacted tooth that may be because of abcess or inflamed tissue surrounding a tooth means pericoronitis. Consult your dentist for oral examination..After see a oraly diagnose can occurs..If this one is a abcess than drainage can ...
Infected cyst in mouth. Prescribed Amoxicillin. Swelling in face and neck. Normal? Hi my partner has an infected cyst in his mouth on the lower jaw, we have been to his dentist and we were prescribed amoxillin and metrondazole to take at the same time as the infection is very bad and has caused alot of swelling to his...
Hello, I am Dr.Neha Gupta (dentist) and am glad to address to your query here. The treatment your dentist or oral and maxillofacial surgeon will recommend for a dental cyst depends on the location, type and size of cyst. Ideally, dentists or oral and maxillofacial surgeons want to remove the cyst tissue to: Examine it,...
Severe acne, persistent post several medications. Is homeopathic effective? Hi, I am female of 30 years and am suffering from Acne & Pimple problem since last 12 years and since last 12 year I have taken varous madicine and acne ointment in last 12 years. now I am very diappointed. It seesm now no any ointment work on...
Hello thanks for using Health Care magic . I would be pleased to answer your question there is no cure for acne however the available treatments can help prevent the spots and scars. there are many new options of treatment available which range from salicylic acid peels to capsule isotretinoin which work in reducing th...
What causes sharp pain in left side of stomach? hi, I have a sharp pain in the left side of my tummy. It is sharp and does not come and go. It has been painfull for about 2 hours. It is the time of the month but I don't normally get pains like this. I have my appendix out a year and a half ago and it is the same pain ...
Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.This can be due to inflamed lymph node in the abdomen, I would think of diverticular disease. The best way is to get the standing X-ray of the abdomen and high resolution ultrasonography.Consultation with a Doctor can help to get a clinical diagnosis based on actual ph...
Why does black hair appear in the stools? Hello. My 16 week old baby girl has had a few short black hairs in her stools occasionally. The stools are also a bit mucousy, and sometimes a little bit frothy. She passes wind fine. She passes stools usually about once a day on average. She is fully breastfed. Where are the ...
Thanks for asking.I would like to know if you have started weaning him yet??Because any fibrous fruit specially bananas can cause mucousy/stringy black hair like material.The second possibility is they are coming from your husband's chest.if they are coming often that would worry me.Because hair can organize in a ball ...
What formula milk can I give my child with G6PD deficiency? hi, I m a mother of a 1 yr and 24 days old baby with G6PD .... we we re able to determine her condition after the newborn screening... and confirmatory test and she is positive. shes a breastfeed, but I want her to take formula what milk should I give to her?
Hello and welcome to Ask A Doctor. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. When a healthy infant reaches one year of age, she needs to begin drinking whole cow's milk. Not formula. Whole cow's milk will supply her body with the fat content that her developing nervous system needs. Whole cow's milk contains no...
What are the medical procedures for leakage of heart valve? 60 year old fairly fit male. now all 4 of my heart valves are leaking severely, my heart is enlarged now to push more blood. my heart is performing at a 20% capacity. all this seem to come on suddenly when I started to struggle for oxzgen. what are the normal...
Simultaneously leaking all four valve and that too severe, is very unlikely, mostly you had dilated cardiomyopathy leading to separation of valve leaflets which are normal and sever leak. So medication should help. However if still in compensated because you are fit surgical replacement is the treatment of choice, ...
What caused the Heterotopic Ossification in my hip? I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT AND BROKE MY PELVIS. I HAD SURGERY THE NEXT DAY. AFTER THE SURGERY THE DOCTOR SAID THAT HE DIDN T GET ALL THE BONE FRAGMENTS AND I WOULD HAVE ANOTHER SURGERY THE NEXT DAY. AFTER MY X-RAY HE SAID HE GOT ENOUGH OF THE BONE AND I DIDN T NEED THE ...
Hetero topic ossification is known to happen in hip joint and etiology is multi factorial. It would not be possible to identify single factor causing it.