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Had depo shot. Heavy bleeding. Tried premarin, vitamins, maca root pills. Not helping. Switch to pills, stop bleeding?
Hi, I have only used the depo shot two time. My first time was nov15 2012 and for the first three months i really didnt bleed. my second shot was jan 31 2013 and a month after that about march 8 i was... | Hi, Thanks for the query. Yes, birth control pills can help in stopping the bleeding. Better to take two pills a day with your doctor's advice to stop the bleeding. Along with the pills you go for anti-fibinolytics initially. Once the bleeding stops you can continue one tablet a day for the purpose of contraception. Fo... | |
Why my back is aching after got hurt in my neck?
I fell two weeks ago in work over the wheels of a mobility walker and hurt my neck and it was very sore for a few days, now my back is aching! I dont have the pain when I breathe but it comes and goes regularly quite strongly It is across m y back and under my right sho... | Hello,I had gone through the case and found that it might be due to inflammed tissue and causes muscle ache.Take mild painkiller and muscle relaxant gel for application.If not better then go for X-ray to find any fracture.Hope my answer will be effective for you.Thanks | |
Is reddish in the child's butt normal?
my 6 week old went to the babysitter today and when i picked him up she told me to put vaseline on his butt cause it was dry. I later found out she is really a man and im freaking out his butt is really red. I didnt notice that this morning I hope this is normal and not something... | HiWelcome to HCMRed butt can be due to various reasons. If it's at the folds as well, it might be a case of nappy rash.Petroleum jelly is good if applied with frequent change of damp diapers in such cases.Some barrier creams are available easily in the market which are medicated having antiseptic action. These are advi... | |
What causes pain in the chest?
i'm having chest pain in my left breast. i can't describe the pain because it's different it's not to where i can't move or fall out i tried watching what i eat or what i'm doing but i don't think that's it. i could just be sitting watching tv and the pain will come and go away i don't ... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.Possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more likely.But better to get done ecg to rule out heart diseases because it is left sided chest pain.If ecg is normal then no need to worry for heart diseases.Avoid movements causing pain. Avoid heavyweigh... | |
Why am I having cravings for sugary food while taking fluoxetine for OCD?
what could possibly be wrong with me? I am always tired and fatigued. I have huge cravings for carbs and sugary foods and binge eat almost daily. I have no energy. Everything is a HUGE task. I don't have the stamina that I did just two yea... | Welcoem to HCM!your leathgy, low mood, reduced interest in work and ofcourse craving for sugary/ carbohydrate rich food : are symptoms if depression. I think you have OCD along with depressive disorder. Fluoxetine doesn't seem to be helping you at all as there are so many remaining symptoms. you should be changing you... | |
Problem in vision towards corners and cramp in neck
I have numbness on left side of head and sharp pain on right side after surgery for sever cervical stenosis of the spine. The surgery was 4 October 2013. When turning neck to the right or to the left, I can t see either of my shoulders. I also get a cramp in my neck ... | Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum. As you had surgery on the cervical spine, there will be some contractures and hence the pain. You may need to have physiotherapy, for relief of the pain by relaxation of the muscles. I usually prescribe to ... | |
Can precum cause pregnancy without ejaculation?
I m 17 years old boy and my girlfriend is also of same age. Previously we engaged in stimulating of the vagina in which my penis was rubbing against her vulva and there was slight pre-cum and after that I tried to insert my penis inside but it was too tight I think only ... | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forum Yes, precum can cause pregnancy even in virgin females. So, it is always better to use protection to prevent pregnancy. As your girl friend has taken i-pill this will certainly help to avoid possible pregnancy. Please wait for the periods and can get urine pregnancy test if d... | |
What causes elevation in the liver enzymes in the blood test?
I was concerned about elevated liver blood work i had done. my gastroinderologist told me to have blood test repeated in 3 months. I am just concerned if some of the medication I am taking can cause this problem. I do not drink I have high blood pressure an... | Hi.Thanks for posting query at HCM.Usually ALT or AST values higher than "two times the upper normal limit", is considered abnormal ( in some countries, ALT or AST values of more than 100 are considered abnormal). Value of AST or ALT greater than 85 or above maybe investigated further.viral hepatitis ( HAV,HBV,HCV) are... | |
Suspected Paranoid Schizophrenia, anxiety disorder, bad dellisions. Possible problem. Whom to consult?
Hello my name is Emily and I used to see a psychiatrist . While there he said he thought I had Paranoid Schizophrenia , he ended up passing away and now I am searching for a new psychiatrist for me to attend. I am no... | Hi there, thanks for asking. Every psychiatrist can treat the problem you mentioned and it is very important for you to restart the medication as soon as possible. Paranoid subtype of schisophrenia has the best prognosis among all the subtypes of schisophrenia. When your situation becomes stabilized, the dose of the me... | |
What is the treatment for fluid around kidney?
My husband just went for a sonogram because his creatinine is 1.9. They said he has fluid by his kidney and asked if he had any implants. He had two hip replacements over ten years ago. I am checking all of his medication and supplements to see if they can be the cause. T... | Welcome to HCM.It is better to go for torch test before planning of pregnancy if you have history of miscarriage.Now don't worry this condition is also easily treatable at this stage.CMV is under control but according to me you have to take rovamycin for at least 20 days to control the rubella infection under guidance ... | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? T... | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just coc... | |
Do cortizone shots help with prostate cancer?
My Dad hyad radiation theray on his left hip for metastic prostate cancer. He now can't move his. He has no pain, but will a cortizone shot help? He was on steroids and seemed to be progressing, now they weened him off, as he was retaining fluid. Now he can't stand on ... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Cortisone is a steroid preparation and will work on the pain your father is having due to the metastatic prostate cancer. Steroids are anti inflammatories and check the pain in any region of the body. It is given orally or as injections in the concerned area.Steroids do not control the progress... | |
Is conceiving possible while having irregular periods with history of TB?
i am 28 yrs old, i got married before 6 year, i was infected by pulmonary tuberculosis before 6 years, i took treatment for 6 months after that i statred gainig weigt, my periods was irredulat, i increased nearlt 20 kgs after that, now my weight... | Hi, thank you for asking healthcare magicI understand your concernsNo need to worry so much. The chances of conceiving still exist with irregular periods. I don't know if you have been trying to conceive but to no avail. If that is the case, then I think both of you have to be assessed. Infertility within a couple can ... | |
How to avoid IUGR during second pregnancy at an early stage?
last year i had high risk preganancy,when i was in my 6th mnths i had vri bad iching from head to toe and from that day my health was very bad and gradually blood supply to baby was decearsing and in my 8th month baby condition was bad has there was blood su... | HI, I understand your concern. To avoid IUGR in next child, there should be a planned pregnancy with both of the sex partners in perfect health, good sperm & ovum quality, good nutrition,with proteins/ iron/ calcium/ vitamins containing food & folic acid/ vitamin E supplements by both the partners. - pregnancy ... | |
Can crystal meth cause lupus?
just seen where someone asked if crystal meth use can cause lupus. My son did meth for one year and thank God he got away from it but hes had issues since with pain in his hands and feet, three weeks ago his ankle swelled up. They treated him with a tetnus shot even though there wasn t an... | Hi,Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.Crystal meth(short for crystal methamphetamine) abuse does not cause Lupus.Regards Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D.Mumbai | |
Is it possible that melacare cream reverts the problem of dark spots on skin?
Hello Sir, i am sabita sahoo my age is 26, sir my problem is dark spots on my both easy. i had consulted many doctor but no good result not yet found, even i have been using melacare cream but after leave it create same problem, so please si... | hi yes melacare ointment can revert back the pigmentation of the skin but there will chance of getting pimples over the face as it contains steriods.better to use steriod sparing agents like ban a tan ,kojivit gel or melaglow cream for atleast 3 months,if there is no response go for chemical peels like glycolic acid or... | |
What are effects of using moisturizer as toothpaste?
accidently put face moisturizer on my toothbrush. i washed it off but ive been feeling sick all day. is it from the moisturizer? i have been experiencing a queasy stomach off and on. headache, and itchy mouth/throat. the moisturizer was for sensitive skin and also h... | Hi!Cosmetics consist of mixture of several chemicals,oils ,acids. they can potentially cause discomfort to the mucous membrane.Check on the leaflet for any guidelines for possible ingestion.Gargle using a very mild mouthwash.You can check with the physician if it persists.Hope this helps. | |
Q. Is Mometasone dangerous to use on Face to clear my acne pimples?
Hello doctor, I am seriously facing acne pimples problem. Sometimes they occur on my face when I masturbate. If I use Mometasone, it gives a good result. Is it okay to continue this? | Hello. Acne is a universal issue in the age group of 15 to 25 years due to hormonal changes in adolescents. However, there are multiple effective treatment options depending on the grade and severity of the problem. Mometasone is a topical steroid and is to be avoided strictly on the face and for acne as it can harm yo... | |
What could cause fatigue and loss of appetite in a liver cancer patient?
My husband has been on clinical trials for 10 weeks for renal carcinoma and secondary liver cancer. He has has one remaining kidney , no gall bladder and had a liver resection last year but the cancer has now spread to most of the liver. He has f... | Hello, It is a part of cancer cachexia. Proper nutritional support is the key treatment. Include more proteins and multivitamins in the diet. Other possibilities like anemia and hypoalbuminemia must be ruled out as well. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shi... | |
Suggest treatment for cysts on the femoral neck
Hello, I have been having continues pain I my hip. It started out about 3 months ago as an ache but It keeps me awake at night and doesn t let up. I finally went to the doctor and he did X-rays. It shows I have several cysts on my fermrol neck. He is concerned about my h... | Hello, I have studied your case. Your hip x ray shows cyst around joint which can be due to avascular necrosis hip.As per your x ray findings there can be hip arthritis which can be degenerative or due to avascular necrosis of femoral head [AVN].I will advise you do MRI of hip and you can consult me with reports or wit... | |
What may be the cause of arm pain, headache and fever in a child?
My child woke up cring saying his right arm is hurting. His cheeks are flushed and he has a fever of 103 and is complaining of a headache. He is 3...I m concerned about the arm pain. He can move it fine and has had no I juries as far as we know. Any tho... | Hello dear,I understand your concern.You should be worried,but not too much. Her pain,headache is sign of intoxication. The most common cause of fever is viral infection(Adenovirus,EBV,CMV,HHV 6type and etc.). For diagnosis confirm you can perform blood test, urine analysis to exclude viral, bacterial infection,UTI. Ho... | |
Why is my 3 year old behaving rudely?
my daughter 2yrs 9 months since she was not able to talk and not listening often no eye to eye contact not saying no or yes behaving rudely how come to solve doctor says bilateral epi lepto form dys function and prescribes medicine is it advicable she was a girl any side effects m... | Behavioural disturbances are most likely due to her medications. You should revert to the doctor who started these medicines and explore the management with them. | |
Suggest treatment for severe joint pain
Hi I am an overweight female age 51 who is experiencing worsening pain in all joints especially knees and I have developed a cough that occurs if I breathe deeply or talk a lot. My chest feels congested and I can t seem to draw in sufficient O2. I can breathe, but in short breat... | HelloI appreciate your concernThis could be due to obesity only and condition called as obstructive sleep apnoeaKnee pain can be related to obesity or arthritis diseaseI would advise you for a battery of tests like blood for hemoglobin CBC, ESR, RA factor uric acid and an X ray of kneeYou should try to reduce your weig... | |
What must be done post a dog bite?
hi doctor...few months back while offering food to one of the dogs, its teeth hit on my finger and now i could notice that there is a replacement skin coming...do u recommend me to take an anti rabbies vaccination. I washed my finger immediately with savlon that day. what to do furth... | Good day and thanks for the question. From your description, the dog did not actually bite you rather its teeth hit your finger. It was good you immediately rinsed your finger with savlon. If the dog actauuly bite your finger then you will need antitetanus vaccine and anti rabies vaccine too. But with just a touch on a... | |
Does Reprogon 150 IU posses any side effect?
Hi We are married for 5 years and facing the infertility problem. We have met doctor and doctor suggested my wife with Reprogon 150 IU injection in three intervals. Do you think any side effects would cause with this medicine? Please help me in understanding this. Thanks! | Hello,Using Reprogon 150 IU Injection may show these side effects:- headaches- weakness- weight gain- swelling in the area where the injection has been given- enlargement of the breasts and also breast tenderness.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, G... | |
Bruising and swelling due to small hand injuries. Have neuropathy in feet. No diabetes. Weakness, leg trembling. Taking Phentermine
Recent easy bruising and swelling for small injuries to the hand. I have neuropathy in my feet--no diabetes. I have been having some weakness and trembling in my legs recently. The only m... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.First of all, I would like to reassure you that the new symptoms are not something to get concerned about. However, they require evaluation to find out the cause and start treatment.We need to do a glucose tolerance test to exclude impaired glucose tolerance. The severity of peripher... | |
Suggest a diet plan for diarrhea and fever in a 16-year-old child
hello doc.. my girl baby is going to be 8 months on coming 16, from yesterday she is been strugling with loose motion which is mostly watery with bumps of milk, followed by fever... consulted pediatrician suggested ORS and walamycin syrup and fever drop... | Hi,As there is diarrhea and fever at 8 months period with pediatrician prescribing symptomatic therapy, I would quote it as a viral infection of the gut commonly seen at this age period. It takes around 24 - 48 hours to clear the virus from the bowel and let her be normal around that period. Do not panic at all and mai... | |
What could numbness in legs & eyes with headache be?
my 14 year old son get 4 times in last 2 year right part of body from leg, hand mouth,eye, numbness for 1-2 minits eye also disturb and after that headec started one doctor give sibelium 5mg tablet for 6 month and diagnosis is migairain but another doctor says it is... | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The symptoms of your son can be related to many medical condition.One of the common causes is epilepsy which should be excluded with electroencephalogram.If this diagnosis is excluded, another possible cause is migraine. I suggest to consult a neurologist f... | |
Q. Is it good to reduce the dosage of Levothyroxine for high TSH level?
Hi doctor, I had hypothyroidism for 24 years. I also have Sjogren's syndrome, but I do not have autoimmune thyroid problems. I was taking .150 mcg of Levothyroxine for 23 years. Six months ago, my doctor told me that I have hyperthyroidism and low... | Hi. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) is in the lower normal range, just near the border. The dosage of Levothyroxine has to be reduced. Try to maintain TSH around 2 mIU/L. Please test your FT4 (free thyroxine) levels. I believe t... | |
Have a lump hanging from my gum line near teeth. Now blackish in color. Problem?
I have a lump hanging from my gum line around my top teeth, it's not sore, but its beginning to bother me a bit. It gets to where it get twisted and start turning a blackish color and gets very sore, I was wondering is this something that... | Hello and welcome.Please provide few more details for better diagnosis.1.when did you notice it first?2.is there any pus discharge?3.do you have one or more teeth decay?if so please awaiting your response.Thanks.Take care. | |
Q. How to stay away from stress and tension to gain weight?
Hello doctor, I am a 25-year-old woman. I used to have stress and tension even for single reasons. And my food intake is decreasing and I have lost weight of 4 kg from 40. Kindly help me. And I am very depressed as everyone taunts me for my thin body type. | Hi. Stress and mental tension are the major causes of loss of appetite which leads to weight loss. You should rule out your concern as soon as possible. You should discuss your issues with your family, friends or near dear. It helps to reduce your issues. Some diseases history also causes such conditions like acidity, ... | |
Q. I have back pain when I breathe. Why?
Hi doctor, I am a 19-year-old female. Whenever I breathe, I have pain in my upper back. I have pain in the upper back of the left side region. It even hurts when I am not breathing. I do not have the pain when I cough or sneeze. | Hi. You are suffering from back pain when you breathe. You do not have the pain when you cough or sneeze. The pain appears to be localized to the upper back region towards one side. According to the age and symptoms, it can be myalgia (muscle pain). I would suggest you take a muscle relaxant like Thiocolchicoside for a... | |
How to treat ulcers in mouth?
My son is 13 with profound special needs he is taking 15ml of epilim twice a day. we have noticed he has lots of mouth ulcers at one time on the lower lip inside and at the base of his teeth lower jaw they are very red and fiery or large with creamy centres. could this be caused by hime n... | Hello,There most likely is a complication from your son's medication and the fact that he suffers from allergies will give him a dry mouth. Practice good oral hygiene and keep the mouth as clean as possible. Especially before bedtime, make sure a thorough dental cleaning is performed after all medication has been take... | |
Q. I have low levels of vitamin D and B12. Do I need any medicine?
Hi doctor, I am 46 years old male. In my health check-up, I saw my vitamin D range was 25 ng/mL, and my vitamin B12 range was 181 pg/mL. Do I need any medicine? I am suffering from laziness. | Hi. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Please answer my questions. What is your BP (blood pressure) usually? What is your daily routine? Do you have the habit of smoking and alcohol? From the above reports, I can find out a few abnormalities like insufficient vitamin D,... | |
Suggest treatment for h.pylori bacterial infection
About a year ago I had an endoscopy diagnosed with pangastropathy and I took many medications but didn t work out then my doctor asked me to check if I have h.pylori bacteria and the result was positive he recommended flagyl and did not work out can you help me please | Thanks for your query at HCM!I believe you are under-treated.You must start a triple therapy of proton pump inhibitors, amoxicillin and clarithromycin. You can also use quadruple therapy in which bismuth subslicylate is also added. Take the treatment for 10-14 days. I hope this treatment will cure you.Happy to take fu... | |
Medication to avoid unwanted pregnancy.
Hello dr, My last LMP was on 2/11/13 and i have an unprotected sex on 16/11/13..so in the month of december no period has occur.then i took a pregnacy test at home on 13/12/11 and it shows negetive result.then one friend of mine sujjest me to take orgamed tablet for 5day (2table... | Hi, You had done your first pregnancy test after you were 11( it was quite in time) days over due & it was -ve. The test can be false +ve due to polluted urine. You have already taken orgamed pills for 5 days.You will get withdrawal bleeding till 28th of December.If it's so well & good. otherwise you will need M... | |
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 can be done to treat constant pain and swelling in the foot?
I have a aker;s cyst that ruptured Nov. 1, 2016. Rheumatologist injected coritsone and it helped relieve the pain for maybe 2-3 months. About 4 monts ago it got worse and I am in almost constant pain with swelling in foot and ankle. Pain now reaches fro... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The constant pain and swelling in foot and ankle can be related to arthritis or postural problems. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Is shredded rubber and sand dust inhalation be harmful?
Hi. I have concerns about what I may be inhaling at work. I work for an equine competition yard. After an event at the premises, the arenas are graded by a tractor which stirs up a large amount of dust. The arena surface is made up of shredded rubber and sand. I ... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. Single time exposure of these kind of chemical dust is usually not harmful.But if you are having recurrent exposure of such dusts then you are at risk of lung diseases. So no need to worry much at present. Watch for symptoms like excessive coug... | |
How to know if the blockage on left tube is cleared after being diagnosed with TB?
My right tube removed on 2010 due to repture.Later found left tube has TB and take medication for 6 months.Now we have one doubt to go naturally or Other methods?We just want to know the block of left tube is cleared?How do we know.If i... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. You are talking about fallopian tube tuberculosis. Usually six months treatment is sufficient to recover from this. To check patency of fallopian tube, you need to get done hysterosalpingography. In this dye is injected in vagina and then x ra... | |
Low platelet level in blood test, no symptoms of ITP. Causes and treatment?
Hello Doctor. Hope your day is fantastic and gearing up for a great weekend. Question: My Mother-In-Law from XXXXXX (74 years old been here for 6 months) has a platelet level of 74. Unit is listed at x10E3/uL. Does this mean she has a level of... | Hi, welcome to HCm, I am Dr. Das first of all, the platelet level is 74000, not 7400. When a patient has this level of platelet, first thing which is to be done is retesting platelet count using the direct peripheral blood film. Second thing is, if the platelet count is really low, then go for a bone marrow study. Whic... | |
Suggest treatment for naval infection
Had an infection in my naval and the doctor gave me anti-biotics 500mg 4 times a day, that night after taking 4 i was up all night throwing up. I stopped taking anti-biotics and the nausea is gone but i feel very fatigued all day and have no appetite. | Hello,Welcome to HCM,If it is a simple infection like a furuncle, with no surrounding swelling or fever, a local antibiotc cream like Bactroban (mupirocin) is sufficient after cleaning the area well with an antiseptic lotion like betadine.The symptoms of poor appetite and fatigue would be due to the side effects of the... | |
Suggest treatment for type 1 diabetes
43 year old female type 1 diabetic for 30 yrs. smoker. On plavix,snthroid ,Crestor and lisopril to protect kidneys. I have been having problems with not being able to eat much for feeling of fullness. Also seems like my stomach swells when I do eat and feel like squishing going on... | HISINCE YOU ARE DIABETIC FOR 30 YRS,YOUR SYMPTOMS ARE CONSISTENT WITH DIABETIC GASTROPARESIS.IN THIS NERVES SUPPLY TO INTESTINE I AFFECTED DUE TO LONG STANDING DIABETES.A DRUG ETOPRIDE WILL HELP IN THIS CONDITION LONG WITH PANCREATIC ENZYME SUPPLEMENTS.ALSO KEEP YOUR SUGARS UNDER CONTROL BY REGULAR MONITORING AND ADJUS... | |
Is abnormally long liquefaction time a cause for infertility?
Hi, my age is 34,male,171 mm.7 year before got married have six year old girl,but failing to get another child after trying since 3 years,Just done semen test and the report says, Liquefaction Time not complete even after 4 hours,Total sperm count is 81 mil... | hiii.welcome to healthcare magic.i have gone through your reports.normal liquefaction time should be 20 minutes.but it is increased in your case.your sperm count is normal.you didnt mention about the motility and morphology of sperms.they are also very important factors in assesing the fertility of a men.the main cause... | |
Why is my bilirubin level elevated to a level of 7.4?
My bilirubin was 7.4 has never been elevated, I do have fatty liver , high cholesterol and sugar is borderline at 111 , I recently started exercising due to needing to lose weight and having a sedentary job- the provider says we will recheck it again in two weeks b... | Hi, High bilirubin could be due to liver involvement in fatty liver. But before labeling it due to fatty liver you need to investigate as follow. -HBsAg Elisa -Anti-HCV ELISA Test -Anti-HAV antibodies -Anti-HEV antibody -Peripheral smear examination report and CBC All these investigations is to rule out hepatitis and h... | |
Suggest treatment for a hard lump on the nose
I have a hard lump protruding from tge bone on the right side of the bridge of my nose closer to the tear duct of my eye. I have had this for seversl years. I jad rhinoplasty for devyated septum in 1997. Can this be removed without any complications. Is this from my rhinop... | Hi,dear thanks for the query.After indepth study of the query,I am of the opinion that this lump-needs urgent care-as it could be cancerous-or benign.Fnac and or excision biopsy- is the remedy.Thnks again.Hope you got the answer .Wellcome again. | |
Q. I have a painful, dry and flaky patch of skin above my eyes. What is it?
Hello doctor, Please help me. I have unbelievably dry, flaking, painful, itchy, and now folding skin above my eyes and it is driving me crazy. It looks awful and is affecting my self-image. Every day I moisturize, multiple times, from coconut ... | Hello. I have noted your concern and I have viewed the image (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Regards. For more information consult a dermatologist online --> | |
Triple neg breast cancer, had mastectomy. What foods should i eat? Do bone scan?
I had a 3cm triple neg breast cancer, had a mascetomy ,1 lymph node upper chest breast removed (cancerous),13 under armpit removed (all clear) underwent 6 months chemo. What foods should I eat and should I have bone scan to see if all cle... | Hi, mrs Lorraine you got all the treatments necessory done ,it is better to follow your surgeon for follow up. I to my patient wit breast cancer advise to take juice of palatable vegetables daily for a long time. And take green leafy vegetables, pulses, ... | |
How to cure subluxation and dislocation of knee injuries?
I have been diagnosed with Patellar Subluxation in both knees which essentially means my knee caps pop in and out of place. I am 28 years old and has been occurring since I was 7 years old. I was told my plates in my knees were far apart and would outgrow this ... | hi,thank you for providing the brief history of you.A thorough clinical musculoskeletal assessment is advised.As you have recurrent subluxation and dislocation of knee, you need a physical therapist who can help you fix this issue. As major support of the knee joint is through the muscles and the ligaments.Strengthenin... | |
What causes burning pain under ankle?
I fell about 3-4 yrs ago and hurt my left ankle realy badly. Now in the last few weeks I ve had a bad burning pain under the ankle itself and it hurts to walk for any great time. Plus that same foot feels like I m walking on a marble in the ball of my foot. What is the reason for ... | Hello, With the burning sensation, the first thing to look for is uric acid levels which you should get it tested. If uric acid levels are high we need to treat accordingly. Next, about the fall, there will be microtrauma to the fibers of the ligaments of the ankle so need to stabilize it with an ankle brace. For swell... | |
What causes elevated PSA levels?
my huusband doc office just call and told him he neeeded to see an urpgloist that his psa was high..the nurse told me could be too things one could be enlargd prostate or it could be cancer...she said she would put it top porioty to get him in to see the urogolist .could it be possible... | HelloThanks for query.In majority of cases raised PSA is always suspected to be due to Cancer of the prostate unless proved otherwise by other basic investigation called Multicore Ultrasound Guided Biopsy of the prostate .Please consult qualified Urologist for detail evaluation and prostate biopsy.Dr.Patil. | |
What is causing pain after majority of my colon removed ?
I have had the majority of my colon removed and 1/2 of mt small intestine removed. I suffer from adhesion s that need to be removed every 2-3 years as they get into my liver and pull it out of place. I have been really been having a lot of pain. Yesterday my st... | Hi Sheri Odom.You already know the diagnosis. The conservative treatment can be helpful many times ; this is as follows::Nil orally, Nasogatric aspiration to give rest to the intestines so that the edema is reduced , Intravenous fluids, Maintenance of the electrolytes balance, Within 3 to 5 days you will be fine- Start... | |
Should i be concerned as i am having swelling in my right testicle?
Hi im 32 years of age and asian ,I woke up this morning had a little sharp pain in my abdomen after getting up I realised that the pain was up and down to my right testicle after a little feel found that my right testicle was a bit larger then my left... | HelloThanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have infection of the testicle (Orchitis)Please consult qualified Urologist for clinical examination and get following basic tests done to confirm the diagnosis.1) Routine Urine test and urine culture.to find out the organisms causin... | |
How can premature ejaculation and white discharge during urination be treated?
This is my challenge I bring out sperm without penetrating,i mean before I enter her I already releas and I can not have sex,there is whitish substance coming when am urinating and my sperm is just like water not like milk,and I feel hotnes... | 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.Premature ejaculation is uncontrolled ejaculation either before or shortly after sexual penetration. It happens with minimal sexual stimulation and before the person wi... | |
I am suffering pain in left pelvic area
Dear Sir, I am 36 years old male working in Saudi Arabia. I have been suffering from mild pain and heaviness left side pelvic area. But Diagnosis like (urine and stool tests) did not find the problem. Doctors here also did x ray and UT scan of this area. Later I consulted urolog... | Yes it could be a cause for pain. Get it treated soon, your pain will come down. Do a CT scan or MRI, it will show minute details also that are sometimes not picked by the x-ray and ultrasound. | |
How to treat back injury?
My daughter apparently bruised her backbone while doing summersaults on a hard floor in gym. What can I do to relieve the pain, she acts like she can barely move and says it feels like a "when you have a cavity in your tooth and eat something sweet" when she moves or touches that spot on her ... | Hi, thanks for posting your concern in the HCM. Trumatic back pain may result from simple muscle injury to injury of the spine. As in this case the injury is so bad, I think clinical examination alongwith imaging are urgently needed. For symptomatic relief application of ice pack, rest and analgesic ( paracetamol 10 mg... | |
Q. I am suffering from eye floater problem. What can be done?
Hello doctor, I am suffering from eye floater problem since four years, in which, I see grey shapes in front of my eyes and also observing headache. My left eye vision is -3.1, and right eye vision is -1.8. | Hello. You are near-sighted (myopic) person. Seeing floaters points to the fact that there might be early changes of vitreous degeneration in your eye which itself is not a problem but it may cause undue traction on your retina. Here is what I suggest: You have to visit a vitreoretinal expert ophthalmologist and you ha... | |
What causes vertigo?
I have severe vertigo. It's like a TV screen is fuzzed up and moving down in strips. I've had this twice before about a year ago and ended up going to the ER, but by the time I sw a doctor the symptoms went away. The dizziness last for about an hour. The servere dizziness (baraly can walk and ... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern look the most common cause to vertigo is low blood supply to the tympanic membrane and infection of tympanic membrane and this need to be ruled out first, and other causes are there like psychological, central nervous related, with the proper treatment this come... | |
What causes bumps in pelvic area?
I have what look like pimples in my pelvic region above my penis concentrated in the areas where my pubic hair grows and has been trimmed with a razor. There are lots of little white bumps. I was worried it was an STD such as herpes or genital warts, but they don t look or behave like... | Hi,It seems that these might be razor bumps due to irritation of ingrown hair follicles.Apply triple action cream for few days.Keep local hygiene clean, dry and airy.Avoid wearing synthetic inner wears.Ok and take care. | |
Can Zanax be taken for anxiety after kidney transplant?
My son had a kidney transplant one year ago and he s having a lot of anxiety. Very high strung, flys off the handle and is not the same person he used to be mentally. He was told he could take Zanex and it would not hurt the kidney but I know it s highly addictiv... | Hi,I understand your concern.This drug Alprazolam(Zanax) although is sometimes prescribed for occasional anxiety related symptoms,but has great habituation potential and can give rise to withdrawal symptoms if continued for prolonged period although it does not have major drug interactions with transplant immunosuppres... | |
What causes a red line from the armpit to the elbow after a nuclear stress test?
My husband has a red line running from his left armpit towards his elbow and the area is very sensitive. He got this yesterday and today he is saying his other arm is having sensitivity. He had a nuclear stress test (with dye) three days ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I would explain that this red line could be related to phlebitis (a vein infection). Did he have an injection in this arm (the substance for the test)? I recommend consulting with his attending physician for a physical exam a... | |
Suggest treatment for severe loose motion in a child
My baby is having loose motions from last 4 days.. We are keeping him hydrated.. He is taking his food. and giving him mixture in water like ORS.. is this because of teething. ? what are your suggestions. can any antibiotic is required for making the motions stop? | Hi...It seems your kid is having viral diarrhoea.Once it starts it will take 5-7 days to completely get better. Unless the kid's having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry. There is no need to use antibiotics unless there is blood in the ... | |
Took epidural steroid injection, tender breasts, back pain, heartburn, headache, nausea. Pregnant?
Heya,Im a little worried I had an epidural steroid injection in my back abound 7 weeks ago, I was on my period at the time. I am now 2 weeks late, ive had tender breasts and nipples, lower back pain, heartburn, headaches... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The delay in your periods could be due to pregnancy or PCOD. It is not related to the epidural steroid injection that you had earlier. You can get a urine test done to find out the pregnancy.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ... | |
Can painful lump in shin after an injury be serious?
Hi my son has been kicked in the shin by a football boot ,unfortunately he wasnt wearing shin pads his shin is badly bruised and has a lump which is very painful to touch ,I ve elevated his leg and put a bandage on from ankle to knee and he s trying to get some slee... | Hi,Thanks for your query.From description it seems to be soft tissue injury . Lump might be due to haematomaformation(collection of blood).You need an x-ray to rule out any bony injury. I suggest you to consult an orthopaedician nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray of the area affected under his/h... | |
What can help lower abdominal pain and heaviness, bloating while having a distended stomach?
Extreme lower abdominal pain and heaviness. I feel bloated and my stomach is distended. Every time I eat I vomit. When I sneeze or cough I have horrible abdominal pain and a pulling sensation. The pulling and pressure are acce... | Hi. Visit the Doctor as soon as possible as your history is suggestive of an intra-abdominal pathology. This needs an urgent investigation like ultrasonography and/ or CT Scan. | |
Q. I got black spots on hip after a trip to a water park. How can it be treated?
Hello doctor,I am a 33 year old male. After returning from a recent trip to a water park, I have noticed few black spots on my hips. These black spots are itchy, and also slightly painful. There are four to five such spots on my right hip... | Hello. I have noted your concern and I have viewed the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It seems like a fungal infection. I suggest you take an oral antifungal such as capsule Syntran 100 mg (Itraconazole) once daily for four weeks. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and sta... | |
Suggest remedy for dark discoloration around anus with history of strep infection
My 5 year old was diagnosed with strep throat on Monday. Tuesday afternoon she started saying her bottom hurt when she went to the restroom. I looked and there is a dark purple/reddish ring around her anus. I put some diaper rash cream &... | hello, It seems your childs respiratory tract infection may be spreading lower tract and turning it to pneumonia. Is your child on any antibiotics? What are the blood tests he underwent? I need a full blood count and a CRP to see severity of infection. if the xray is showing inflammatory change s better to start on an... | |
Q. Kindly tell me whether sugar level 210 after breakfast is normal or not?
Hello doctor, My sugar level is 210 after breakfast. Is it normal or high? Can I control sugar level? | Hi. The sugar level 210 after eating food cannot be considered normal. It is suggestive of diabetes mellitus. However, you should repeat your serum fasting blood sugar estimation, serum post-prandial blood sugar estimation, and HbA1c estimation to confirm diabetes. In this early stage, you can control diabetes with wei... | |
What causes difficulty in conceiving after delivering a child?
Hi me and my partner have been trying to conceive for eight months now we have had some faint positive results which have resulted in negatives at least three times now, is this normal and is there anything else we can do to increase our chances of conceiv... | Hi, If your menses are regular with average bleeding...have sex from 16 days to 12 days prior to expected day of menses. Start taking filic acid &vitamin E once day by both of you. *Mostly you would conceive in 3 months. *If you don't or if you have some menses irregularities or problem in sexual act .. both o... | |
Is there any problem in using expired calamine lotion?
can i still use an expired calamine lotion? i got it from the doctors the other day and they gave me some expired calamine lotion for my acne.i just realize it after getting back home and it was too late to go back and ask for a replacement (it only had expired fo... | HiCalamine lotion does not become dangerous after the expiration date, but it will usually be less effective.But expired creams can also cause irritation and possible bacterial infection due to many preservatives present and hence better avoid using the cream.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist... | |
What causes recurring blisters behind molar along with sore throat and jaw pain?
I have a reoccurring blister that appears behind my last molar in my mouth. It fills with fluid and pops. It reoccurs about every 3 to 4 weeks since I had a root canal on the molar two years ago. I also have a sore throat , sore neck and ... | Hello,It seems that the root canal treatment you have had about two years ago is left incomplete by the dentist or you have got recurrent infection in that. If your dentist had taken an x-ray of the area, diagnosis could be confirmed. The molar teeth of lower jaw usually have two roots and three canals. Even if half or... | |
Can Cerelac be given to a baby of 4 months?
Is it okay for me to feed my baby cerelac even if she's only 4 months? I don't think she gets satisfied with my breast milk. I tried giving her formula but she doesn't like it and it would end her up feeding from me. Though I still have milk (coz I'm squeezing my nipples fro... | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.In short :- exclusive breast feed only till 6 months of ageNo , starting cerelac or other weaning food is not recommended at 4 months of age , baby's also cry for reasons other than hunger like colic , gas and normally also .If baby is passing urine 4- ... | |
What foods will bring down blood sugar levels?
I have several auto immune problems as well as nephrocalcinosis. I am supposed to be on a low oxylate, low phosphorus, low purine, low sodium diet. In addition I m supposed to only have 60 gm of Protein per day, avoid Vitamin C supplements, avoid Calcium supplements and b... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The diabetes diet is a healthy meal plan and simply means eating the healthiest foods in moderate amounts and sticking to regular mealtimes. It is rich in nutrients and low in fat and calories. Low in carbohydrates and rich i... | |
Suggest treatment for lump in neck with pain
Hi I found a lump in my neck in the front about 3-4 months ago and i am so scared to go to a doctor. I wanted to know if i should be worried, it doesn't hurt, but it was aching me for a while then it stopped. what do you think it is. i am really young do im very scared. | Hi! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. The lump in your neck needs to be assessed clinically by a general surgeon/ENT surgeon to rule out any swelling of the lymph nodes of neck or any gland around it. I would advise you to visit your nearest doctor to get the treatment initiated earlier to get the bes... | |
Suggest treatment for social phobia
I am a 28 year old male that avoids being around people I come from a good sized family (but I am only comftorable around immediate family) and I do not know how to act around other people other than my family I really dont like being around others and its really starting to bother ... | Hi, thanks for the query; based on the description provided, you are suffering from social anxiety disorder or social phobia which is excessive fears of unfavorable scrutiny by superiors, strangers etc. Now treamtnet for social phobia is multi modal consisting of medications (SSRI group drugs) + Cognitive behaviour the... | |
Suggest treatment for elevated ganglionic neuronal antibody
Hi, I m a 43 year old male. I have an elevated ganglionic neuronal antibody. I was told by my neurologist not to worry about it. Should I be worried? What is normal procedure upon this finding? The antibody is .05 I have had unusual symptoms. Slight dizziness... | Hello.I understand your concern.The antibodies you have been found can cause a disorder called autonomic neuropathy .This is a rare conditions, difficult to be adiagnosed.The antybody level is not too high, but it i The dizziness , sexual disfunction may be related to this disorder. The weakness too. But the level of t... | |
What causes pain in anal canal, testicle, legs and ankles?
my son a while back complained of pain in his back passage and testicle. this pain seemed to spread down to his legs and ankles. he was taken to the doctor and nothing was found to be wrong. Sometimes he is in tears with the pain and he has seen a doctor again... | Hello, Consult a general surgeon and get evaluated. As a first line management you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What does neck lumps imply?
Hi Dr. Good afternoon, I am a survivor of Squmousa cell carcinoma of the tongue two years back. Recently there are two neck lumps visible and MRI scans confirms the enlargements. Is it a sign of metastates??? What should I do further to confirm it? | Welcome to Health care magic.1. Possibilities of metastases can not be ruled out ( in your case) with out an FNAC - fine needle aspiration cytology of an enlarged lymph nodes.2.Generally lymph nodal enlargement is seen after local or systemic, infection or inflammatory cause. And ease off after treatment.3.You have don... | |
What causes pain in the ankles?
My left ankle hurts when i walk or put to much weight on it.I saw a doctor and he said that there is no significant change in my bone structure.Then i saw another and he said i was just growing.But my ankle only hurts when i walk or stand with my body weight on it. | well its a wide subject it needs further assessment like from history do you have any history of trauma or any ligament laxity anywhere else, also need clinical examination to know the exact location of pain and clinical tests, then imaging like x-ray and MRI. | |
Suggest treatment for severe back pain
I fell and bruised my back very badly. I have had l1, l2, and l3 replaced previously so I consistently have back pain. Since the fall 4 days ago, I am having slight incontinence and severe pain upon rising from a sitting position. should I be concerned? | Hello, I have studied your case.If your MRI says herniating disc then this can lead to compression of exiting nerve root which later on supply lower limb [leg].Due to compression of this nerve root there is incontinence in your leg and pain associated with it.Neurotropic medication like methylcobalamin and pregabalin ... | |
Is Isovent 200 effective for medical abortion?
hi. my wife had her last period between 10-01-2016 and 30-03-2016.end of september there was no period. we checked and we discovered she s pregnant. we want her to have medical abortion using isovent 200. we were advised that she takes 2 orally and 2 vaginally at once. eh... | Hallow Dear,Isovent 200 is a tablet of Misoprostol which is recommended by WHO for Medical termination of pregnancy up to 9 weeks. Misoprostol can either be taken after priming by Mifepristone or as Misoprostol alone regime. In the later regime, up to 3 doses of Misoprostol may be required with interval of 3-12 hours.... | |
What cause hyperpigmentation on face and its medication?
Hi Doctor, I am facing Hyper pigmentation problem on my face since 5-6 years. Tried lot of medicine but didn't work for me. Somebody suggested me to use Omela. Need your feedback on this. Is Omela cream affective for this problem? Regards, Gaurav | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern this could be age related problem as such you have not mentioned your age so if you are above 4o then this could be age related problem that what mostly seen, in my opinion this could be best treated with the "Hydroquinone cream" some times this agent gives good... | |
Suggest treatment for a lump in the perianal area
Had pimple like lump, about the size of a dime, below the skin, in the area behind my testicles and in front of my anus, in the perianal area. Had for about 1 to 2 weeks. Thought it was a pimple, so I kept squeezing it to pop it.Finally, it popped and blood, only bloo... | HiWelcome.I have gone through your query.It is difficult to diagnose without examination, so either I would suggest you to upload the pictures or see local doctor for examination.It might be folliculitis, but need to be examined. I would suggest you not to squeeze it.Hope this helps.Take care | |
Need medication for pain & swelling of foot due to fall
i fell 3 days ago and my foot is painful, i have no swelling or bruising. my little toe and outside of my foot feels really numb. underneath my foot is tender. the outside of my foot is painful to touch.im not sure how to help myself. dont really want to go to th... | Hello, X-ray of the foot should be done to rule out fracture which may be cause for pain. X-ray do the foot anteroposterior and oblique views should be done from radiology centre nearby you. Meanwhile, tab Diclofenac twice a day can be taken for pain relief. Visit orthopedic surgeon is recommended if X-ray report is ab... | |
What could constant, dull, sick feeling in upper abdomen like nausea and cramping indicate?
Hi i have had a sick feeling in my upper abdomen all week. It is constant but dull and im startnig o get very worried i am otherwise healthy and never experience pain or illnss without as reason for this long. Its a cross betw... | HI.This scan be due to acidity problem- meaning there can be an ulcer . I think you need to undergo immediate upper GI endoscopy to see the exact problem. Please do not take any medicines if you are in a position to get an urgent appointment as a single tablet of Ranitidine / PPI can change the actual picture. Till The... | |
Pain in between shoulder blades and in front of left chest
Yes hi I am a 53 year old woman and for the past two weeks I have been having pain inbetween my shoulder blades. the doctor gave me two shots and medicine for pain and it isnt getting better just worse. I am now having pain in the front of my left chest. The d... | Hello, I have studied your case. Due to compression of cervical spine nerve root there can be pain in shoulder radiating to chestI will advise you clinical examination and accordingly investigation like MRI cervical spine or shoulder will help.For these symptoms neurotropic medication like pregabalin can be added consu... | |
Does benzonatate cause high blood pressure?
Hi, I have been taking benzonatate for a few days and it has not helped my cough. I also have noticed a rise in my blood pressure. Is it ok to stop taking the pill to see if that is what is causing my blood pressure to be high or do I need to finish the 10 days? Thanks! | Hi, The most common side effect of Benzonatate includes numbness in the mouth or throat, feeling restless or very sleepy, tremors or shaking, seizure (convulsions), slow heart rate, weak pulse, fainting, and slow breathing. Changes in BP have not been reported with it. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I ... | |
What is the treatment for abdominal pain?
sir i have severe pain in abdomen since last 6-7 days. Its subsidised after taking pain killer injection. If i eat any oily vegetable or other food; the pain began. my todays sonography report said it in mild depatomegaly with profound grade iii fatty infiltration. Is it dango... | liver is organ which secretes bile used for digestion of fatsand as there is fatty infiltration the liver there is problem in digesting fats not really dangeroususe medicines for fatty liver non oily non greesy non fatty foods for time you are cleared of diseaseuse digestive enzymes to digest fats use plenty of fluid... | |
What could be the bump underneath the skin of the penis?
Hello, my baby is 6 months old. About a month ago I saw a white grain like bump underneath his skin on the penis. I went to the doctor but he said just to observe it. At first it was about 2 mm big but now has gone bigger and another one has come up. What can th... | Hi dear,I understand your concern,you should be worried, but not too much .It is natural process, smegma is concentrated underneath skin of penis, when glans of penis will open ,it will come out. When you wash baby, then try to open glans slowly and gradually every day.Wishing your baby good health | |
What could cause burbling and headache?
my husband has been excessively burbing, has a bad headache and complains about pain in his legs, he has had a heart attack in the past and recently quit taking all his medications, do you think his symptoms are heart related or am I worrying needlessly? | Hello!Thank you for asking on HCM!I read your question carefully and understand your concern. His symptoms don't seem to be cardiac related. But I recommend consulting with his attending physician for a careful examination, a resting ECG and a cardiac ultrasound, to examine better his cardiac function (based on the fac... | |
How to treat cough and cold caused by infection?
Sir, My daughter 3 yrs 8 months was suffering from severe cough and cold. The doctor here advised to udergo Blood test(CBC), Xray. Doctor says Blood test is normal and X ray shows some infection.he advised for moto test. He gave an Injection and asked to come after 48 h... | Hi,Thanks for your question. I can very well understand your concern.Positive mantoux test is one of the diagnostic criteria for tuberculosis. But in many cases it could be falsely positive also like improper method or technique of administration, recent BCG vaccination,Infection with non tuberculous bacteria etc.Accor... | |
What could lumps on appendix area suggest?
I am a 19 year old Female in good health. I had my appendix out last Monday and today I have noticed, just above the scar area, there is a small hard lump. I am still bloated and swollen but otherwise on the road to recovery, there is no infection and everything looks neat bu... | Hi,Dear thanks for the query to HCM virtual Clinic.I studied your query in all the details put forth by you.I understood your health concerns.My replies are as follows-The problem of small hard lump above the scar area indicates only the underlying granulation around the FB of suture threads used if done by open meth... | |
Suggest treatment for pelvis hairline fracture mediated leg pain
I had a fall which left me with a hairline fracture in my pelvis. I am in physical therapy and my medications are hydrocodone/acetaminophen 7.5-325 T for the fracture, and Gabapentin 300 mg. for a pinched nerve in the leg on the opoosite side. However, I... | Hi i am Dr Ahmed Aly thanks for using HealthcareMagic site ,I had gone through your question and understand your concerns .. In my opinion your medication is fine you may add hot massages with topical gels and some B12 vitamin supplementation will be helpful in most of cases . Physiotherapy sessions and spinal str... | |
What causes food refusal with crying, vomiting and diarrhea?
Hello, please help. Since a week my 9 months old baby is not eating solids, just very very little, (she was eating more solids before), she is constantly weaking up during the night, crying, so I feed her breastmilk. I am exhausted. in the later afternoon, n... | currently ur baby is having acute gastroenteritis, take him to pediatrician for appropriate treatment. weaning breast feeding is tough job for every mother, do it in instalments as initially stop feeding in day time, always try him semisolid diets as Dal, soups, shakes, fed him with playing manners. | |
Is droxyl effective in treating infectious matter in back?
Hello Sir, I am feeling severe back pain, was prescribed pain killers. After 4 months I still had the same pain and suggested for an MRI scan, got to know that had infectious matter. And ESR count is 38mm/hr. Had been adviced to take Droxyl 500 from an orthope... | Hi,Droxyl contains cefadroxil which is a cephalosporin group of antibiotic and it is a bactericidal drug. This means that the drug is highly effective in killing the bacteria. I would suggest you to continue the drug and review with your orthopedician for further management. Monitor your blood counts, ESR and MRI to as... | |
How serious is Tonsillitis and Leukocytosis? Can this spread to infants?
My 19 year old daughter went to an urgent care this afternoon for a sore throat, headache, achy and tired...thought she had strep...the doctor sd that she has tonsilitis and leukocytosis. prescribed Azithromycin for 5 days. I looked up leukocytos... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,As your daughter is having the symptoms like sore throat, headache and tiredness are suggesting of inflammation of tonsils. These infections are transmitted by droplet infection and droplet nuclei and it can be communicable to others.It is highly infectious and as the doctor has prescribed the anti... | |
Q. I am a pacemaker-dependent individual. What are my chances of survival?
Hello doctor, I will try to be brief. I am a 49 year old female who has been pacemaker dependent for several years. Due to cardiomyopathy EF of 30 %, BNP of 186, and a cardiac event resulting in high troponin. I eventually was switched to a biv... | Hello. I understand your concern. Although your ejection fraction is now 50%, your BNP (brain natriuretic peptide) value is high which is the reason you are experiencing edema and dyspnea. Increased BNP causes a fluid and pressure increase in your heart, which in turn manifests as edema and dyspnea. It simply means you... | |
Pain in lungs while breathing, allergic to dust. Using an inhaler. Mold test negative. Allergic to dust, cleaning agents. Symptoms due to new flooring?
Is it possible that a newly installed Pergo flooring is causing me breathing difficulties. It was installed along with a renovation that did have quite a bit of dust. ... | Hello, It does seem that your dust allergy has worsened after the new flooring was installed and if you were around at the time of installation, it would be unusual that such a high dust allergen load has upset your airways. If your peak flow is below 50% of your best reading, you need to be in hospital to sort out the... | |
Is freezing of the cyst the right procedure of treating?
I have a pilonidal cyst that a dermatologist simply froze off last spring. He thought it was a mole. It was painful for about 2 months afterwards. It was finally healing but I had rotator cuff surgery the first week of August and had to sleep in a semi-reclining... | Hello!Thank you for the query.Freezing pilonidal cyst is not a good idea. Such cyst is caused by ingrown hair which is inside. This hair irritates tissues and causes recurring inflammation.As long as the cyst wont be removed, the problem wont go away.That is why I suggest you to consult a surgeon with this issue. Surge... | |
Is back pain related with abnormal testicles?
Hi doctor, I am 28 years yet to get married, I am worried about serious problem, my testical seems to be not even, my left testical is hanging down compared to the right one, and my penis is 45 degrees cross towards left side, I don’t feel it painful but I am worried and I... | Dear patientLeft testis is normally lower compared to right side. Also according to your examination your pens is deviated to left side which is not a serious problem unless it interfere with sexy all relationship. This both conditions has no relation to back pain. |
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