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What is the treatment for premature ejaculation and night fall?
Hi - I am a 30 year old single male and i am suffering from sexual disorders like premature ejaculation and night fall. I also fell sensation in my penis all day round. Sometimes I also pass a thick fluid after urinating, I am not sure if it is sperm. I n... | Higreetings. First of all you must consult an andrologist to rule out any infection like prostatitis or urinary infection. If that is ruled out then you should be training yourself during masterbation to delay orgasam by stop and go method. You should be practicing this weekly twice.Once you master this you will impro... | |
Severe pain near the kidneys radiating to the entire abdomen lasting for 15-30 seconds every 2 hours. What could this be?
For 4 days i have been having severe abdominal pains. They feel as if they start in my sides around my kidneys and the pain is sharp and stabbing . It also radiates a burning sensation through out ... | Hi, your symptoms seem like that of ureteric stones. Kindly get an ultrasound abdomen and pelvis to rule out the same. | |
How long should Azithromycin and Cefixime be taken for typhoid treatment?
I had fever from 2nd feb,2014 then I examined with doctor and found typhoid.now I am fine and no fever came for 5 days still I am using azithromycin(500) daily anf cefixime(400) twice a day.1)how long should I take this medicine.2) can I take At... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,I have gone through your history and understand your concern.1.Usually antibiotics is advised for a minimum of 7 days2.You can take these Vitamin B complex, as it will replenish your nutrition3.You need to avoid high protein diet, as the metabolism of the protein occurs in the liver. The liver shou... | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologis... | |
Suggest treatment for stress and depression
I m battling enormous amounts of stress for the past two years. My husband of 37 years ask for a divorce (had no clue that was coming) and 12 months later I found myself 58 years old, alone and will be divorced one year this August. I have been getting very concerned I was j... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. To be frank, I am very sorry for the unexpected events. But I will not sympathize with you because sympathy makes you more weak. You should be able to distinguish between disappointment and depression. Disappointment also brings on symptoms identical to depres... | |
Suggest medication for hair fall.
Hello: I am currently losing a lot of hair - shedding actually!, Female, 65 no health problems, petite. have been considering taking Biotin tabs, in addition to correcting my diet, but have no idea what the actual dosage should be. I ve seen bottles of 10,000 mcgs, and not being a pil... | Hi.As per your case history of hairfall.My treatment advice is – 1. Take good nutritious diet full of green leafy vegetables and milk.2. Use a good herbal shampoo and coconut hair oil for regular use.3. Take an iron supplement once daily and vitamin b12 supplement once daily for 3 months.4. Other treatment options are ... | |
How to treat a bed sole like infection on right side of leg?
hi my sister is having a bed sole like on her right side leg. is that the bed sole is curable. she is already going under treatment. Last week the docters removed some flesh from her right side leg for research and investigation. the reports are not yet read... | Treatment depend on age ,other diseases along with e.g; diabetes.Change the position of leg frequently .Keep it clean & dry.Your doctor may graft skin for non healing ulcer.Give good nutritious diet.consult dietician.Do not worry she will be alright.care the patient with treatment. | |
Traumatic injury, herniated disc between T7-T8, annular tear between L4-L5. MRI of spine shows bulging discs. Possible to have bulging discs without spondylosis?
Is it possible to have bulging discs without spondylosis? Specifically, I suffered a traumatic injury resulting in a herniated disc between my T7-8 and an an... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern and looking to the history given here and the report of MRI I could say that more important is the clinical symptoms if you do not have any symptoms then just forget about the findings, if this is manifesting in any way then the condition should be treated accor... | |
Suggest treatment for lightheadedness and palpitation
I have had fainting like , light headedness , flushing of the head, heart palpitations off and on for the past 3-4 months. a dr ran some tests told me my tsh level was slightly elevated, however my t3 and t4 was normal. does that rule out any thyroid , pituitary pr... | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!Regarding your concern,I would explain that a thyroid gland dysfunction can not be excluded, considering your symptoms and performed tests. For this reason, I would recommend performing further tests to examine better your thyroid gland function: - a thyroid gland ultrasoun... | |
How to regain strength in the legs after a knee construction surgery?
I broke my leg and misaligned a partial knee. I had surgery that implanted a plate with six screws on my leg and my partial knee was restructured. I ve been non weight bearing for 8 weeks. I can now bear weight as tolerated. what can i do to regain ... | Hello, You have taken rest for 8 weeks which is needed for fracture to heal. But during this period non use of muscles leads to wasting of calf and thigh muscles and stiffness of knee. Physiotherapy is needed to regain knee range of motion and to gain muscle strength. Please visit physiotherapist nearby you for assess... | |
Discoloration and discomfort where blood was drawn for blood test. Cause?
Hey. I got blood drawn a over a week ago for a blood test. Since then i have had some discomfort in my arm. A few days later I noticed discoloration from where the blood was drawn and stretching a few inches up the forearm. I also noticed simila... | Hi, it appears to be the thrombo phlebitis, caused by the injury and infection of the vein. It needs to be treated by madicines to prevent the complications, it is better to check the blood sugar. So i advise you to consult a surgeon for diagnosis and treatment. Thank you. | |
How to treat soft lumps on right bottom side of neck?
I have about 2 possibly 3 soft bumps on the right bottom side of my neck. They re soft bumps which I can move around and feel. These bumps developed about 3 years ago and have not gone away. It does not hurt, nor does it hurt when I touch/press on them. I m scared ... | Hi,It seems that there might be having enlarged lymph nodes on the part.It shows there might be having some chronic infection in the scalp like dermatitis, dandruff.Nothing to worry, consult your doctor and get your scalp examined.Keep hairs well dressed and clean.Take regular hair bath.Ok and take care. | |
Rash started from waist and down his legs. Could this be allergic reaction ?
My two year old son has broke out in an allergy. It looks like he has a pair of red underwear on. I took him to the doctor and he said its an allergy for sure and to let him run around commando for awhile until the rash goes away and then try... | it is not due to external proteins as ih ave many patients who start reacting to milk proteins when we add animal milk as child need breast feed for 2 years and when we add animal protein it is not competible with human proteins causing allergiesas thousands of children i have seen withdraw m,ilk and diary or some more... | |
Suggest cure for a boil in the anal area
Sir I travelled for 48 hours...been sitting. Because of sitting alot i had to force in the washroom to pass stools. I normally never have to force. I exercise regularly. I am completely fit. Never had constipation. When i finally arrived back home from that tiring long journey ... | Hello According to your history of travel ,this bump around the anal ring is hemorrhoid ,not a boil ( because of undue force for stool ).Since you develop this ,so next DON'T STRAIN at all ,usually straining ( force ) aggravate the condition.For this the best way is take some phenophtaleine tablet for constipation dur... | |
Have kidney infection and burning vagina. On antibiotic. What are the risks?
Hi i have been experiencing vaginal burning since having a kidney infection in october, i then went onto having vaginal swabs and i was told i had an infection, it wasnt sexually transmitted but needed treating tablets. I believe the infectio... | Good Day!I am thinking that you may not have infection but rather vaginal irritation. I would suggest seeing a Gynecologist so she can examine your vagina for any lesions or discharge. It will also be important for her to do a speculum examination to examine comprehensively.Previous UTI antibiotics may have altered bac... | |
23 years old female gets stomach pain every time after having food
I have a friend who is female and 23 years old who experiences stomach pain literally EVERY time she eats. She is lactose intolerant and had this problem before she quit dairy. She says she knows part of it is because of stress but isn t sure why it s ... | Hi, It seems she may been affected by ulcer since all those symbtoms some times happend for me and may be the gastric bromblems too...ask to have curd more its cure surely..do not take much masala items. | |
What is the cure for recurring UTI?
I have been suffering from UTI for the last 10years . The urine is fine but the culture test showed Ecoli every time Now I was on medication . I was asked to do culture test again and this time it shoeWed another bacteria that is Klebsiella it really worries me pl help | Hi,From culture and sensitivity test you may know causative organisms and medicine working against this bacteria.After report go for long course of specific antibiotic medicine.Go for ultra sound of kidneys to rule out any other problem in kidneys.Take plenty of water.Ok and take care. | |
How to get pregnant?
Hello Doctor, I'm 32 yrs. and have two childern ages 10 & 12. I was diagnos with a mild case of Von Williebrands disease and I have always have had Irregular periods. When I was younger in my teen years I hardly ever had my periods and now it won't stop. I have been on my cycle for 2 months at tim... | Von Williebrands disease does not stop you from getting pregnant. Yes bleeding can be more during delivery or during menses because of less capability of blood to clot. But as the age increases the quality of eggs (Ovum) starts decreasing and less chance of getting pregnant. there is also hormonal lag along with body w... | |
Can retainers cause sores and bumps in the mouth?
Can retainers cause sores and bumps to the roof of your mouth? I've recently begun wearing my retainer again, and I now have a sore from where the retainer was putting pressure on my mouth. I also have a few tiny painless bumps in the surrounding area. | Hello, Welcome Thanks for consulting HCM, I have gone through your query, as you are wearing retainer nw0ow you have bumps and soreness in mouth dont worry it can be due to retainer causing irritation in mouth or due to nutritional deficiency also You consult your dentist and go for oral examination if your retainer... | |
Have fever and chills. Amoxicilin didn't help. Had appendix removed. Have pain. Normal?
I had my appendix out in January I went home the next day surgery was on a wednesday started calling over the next couple days about high fever and chills was given amoxicillin didn t work got worse ended up back into hospital for ... | Hi After cutting appendix,it has to be caught in a forceps to bring it out or put it into a bag. In this process,the appendix may be torn. It can happen sometimes. But,the cause of high fever and chills is due to infection. Pain is due to some fat getting adhered to incision site inside the abdomen.It may pull sometime... | |
Can coumadin and plavix cause skin rash when body exposed to sun?
Hello, I am on 8 mg of Coumadin and 75 mg of Plavix per day. Can sun exposure cause a problem with either of these medications? I did get a purplish rash on my right arm the last time I swam for an hour in the sun. However, it is healing quickly. And, I... | Hi, Yes, it could be a photoallergic light eruption secondary warfarin. I suggest you to use a broad spectrum sunscreen throughout the day. Reapply every 2-3 hours. In addition I suggest you to apply a moderately potent topical steroid e.g mometasone furoate cream, twice daily for the rashes. You may also take an OTC o... | |
What causes low WBC count and fatigue?
My 75 year old brother-in-law has a low white blood count, chief complaint is fatigue. Otherwise, feels fine. Originally his family doctor thought the low WBC was due to his medicine for history of seizures and changed meds. Hematologist did a bone marrow biopsy on Friday to rule... | Hi,Thanks for asking.Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. Only WBC count increase does not indicate aplastic anemia. 2. All the cell counts should be reduced for a possible diagnosis of aplastic anemia.3. Bone marrow biopsy could show occupying lesions. However, fibrosis or other causes require evaluation.H... | |
Q. How can I differentiate normal headache and a migraine headache?
Hi doctor, I am 33 years old, female. I suffer from tachycardia (heart checked, everything is normal) and anxiety and depression, and dizziness only when I am walking. I am not having dizziness when I am lying, and I am a smoker too. I have a headache... | Hello. The tachycardia you are experiencing if the usual cardiac exam and diagnostics were already been done and showed normal result may have been coming from anxiety. This should be well tolerated and cannot produce you any harm. The dizziness and headaches should coincide with the same problem either what comes firs... | |
Q. How can paralysis after brain stroke be managed?
Hello doctor, One of my close friend has suffered a heart attack yesterday. He has gone into coma. One side is paralytic. We are trying to seek advice as to if we can do something more for him. I can attach the MRI brain report. The doctors have kept him in ICU under... | Hello. From your description and the MRI report, it is quite clear that the patient is suffering from what is commonly known as brain stroke (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It occurs when part of the brain loses its blood supply and the brain cells of this area die out, resulting in loss of function o... | |
What could caterpillar like worm in stool indicate?
Hello, my 3 year old toddler just had a bowel movement. We noticed in the toilet something that looked like a 3/4 inch long catapillar x half an inch wide...white with black spots evenly distributed. It s hard to tell but looked like it had two antennas. He may have ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Toddler is having worm infestation. Consult a doctor for deworming medicine Albendazole. Don't allow toddler to walk barefoot. Take care of personal hygiene. Use RO filtered drinking water.Hope I have answered your query. Let m... | |
What causes swelling and infection in leg?
hello,my father leg has got wound which was taken place ten years back but he neglegted till the date and now his foot got swelling and under his foot there is a whole and since couple of days some germs r something were out,now condition is very critical and what disease it ... | Hi,It seems that he might be having some chronic infection in his leg like osteomyelitis in leg bone as this is for very long time and remained untreated.Go for x-ray leg for having any chronic infection.Rule out diabetes as in diabetics, diabetes leg is a common complication and there might be having risk of having g... | |
Have prostate cancer, weened off Teroasyn, simastatin. Trying herbal medicines, sweating a lot. Is this side effect ?
I have prostate cancer , recently I hve weened myself off of Teroasyn and simastatin, I have gone completely herbal , taking: Lycopene, saw palmetto, stinging nettle, reservatrol, curcumin , zinc, sele... | Hi, the drug which your taking is unlikely to be cause of your sweating. Prostrate cancer is a slowly growing cancer and can be managed effectively with treatment. Since there is no data regarding usage of herbal medicine in the literature nor any clinical trial being done using these drugs, I would not recommend you t... | |
What causes large lump on lower right of scrotum?
I have a large lump(2" in diameter) on the lower right of my scrotum. The lump moves with the skin and I have had it for about 3 weeks now. At first it was very hard but in the last few days I've noticed the top of the lump getting softer. I've been on an antibiotic fo... | Hi,From history it seems that you might be having acute Epididimitis giving this problem.As you are on antibiotics, infection started resolving.Consult urologist and get examined.Ok and take care. | |
What causes stomach pain and loose motion?
My 6 year old son has been complaining about his stomach hurting today. He came to me after telling me this, and said he tried farting and had an accident. When I went to check his underwear, there was a small trace of blood and runny bowel movement. What does this mean? Shou... | Thanks for posting on HealthCareMagic. Your son seems to have a gastro intestinal infection or gastroenteritis. When there is dysentery, i.e. blood in stool, it is a condition that requires to be treated as the organisms causing the disease can be serious. Give the child ORS to help him regain salt and water balance. A... | |
Suggest treatment to conceive after failure of IUIs
i conceived naturally three times. and it all went to a miscarriage. after two amd half years im trying for pregnancy by doing IUI. I did it on previous two cycles. but im not getting pregnant. and my doctor recommended me to do one last IUI..why am i not getting pre... | Hello, it is very hard to have this all on your body but definitely at least 3 IUI are done before recommending higher treatment.In case you have any questions in future you can contact me directly on | |
Suggest remedy for hard lump on chest since birth
My niece has a hard lump on her chest since birth, she is 14 years old now and the lump gets bigger and now she said she has hard time breathing. When she was young we took her to a doctor to have a check up, they did an X-ray but the doctor said there s nothing to wor... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. She has lump and x ray is normal. So she has chance of some soft tissue tumor or cyst. She should go for biopsy and histopathological examination. Then take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I wil... | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologis... | |
What causes severe knee and foot pain?
Hi, I ve been having severe knee pain, have no injuries of any kind. Started taking Glucosamine 2000mg & Chondroitin 1200mg per day. This has taken away the tightness but I still have pain behind the knee when walking. Excessive walking causes me to limp. Also, severe pain going ... | Hello,The answer really depends on how old you are. In a young person it may be what is called Patello-Femoral pain - this is benign and usually improves with time. If you are older then xrays might be needed to check for arthritis.Best wishes,Dr Rawlinson | |
Suggest treatment for depression when diagnosed with Asperger syndrome
Hello. You may call me Gabriel. I was diagnozed with Asperger as a child, and late, when i was around 16, under severe depression, i did a psychological test, and with my psychiatrist and psychologist, they claimed i had either a low level of Autis... | hi there, i have read your query in detail. At one point of time you have mentioned that you did ask lot of people if she means your friend is real? After reading your history, if that girl is just your imagination and not reality then you need to either increase the dose of heloperidol or change to other better antips... | |
What causes lump above the catheterization site?
My wife had a heart catheterization, Teh site of ten setting groin is fine but slightly above it she has a lump. Not big but elongated. When she walks it doesn't hurt but when she presses it it hurts a bit. It has been 7 days since the catheterization.Thank you | H.This is a hematoma, which usually resolves nicely even without medicines as a normal body healing process.Observe that it is nor getting enlarged and does not get warm and painful - tell then the need of an antibiotic and an anti-inflammatory medicine.You can please get this confirmed by ultrasonography with a color ... | |
Does large amount of pain killers during pregnancy cause liver problem?
I am a 35 year old female who has a slightly enlarged liver and elevated liver enzymes following a pregnancy complicated by severe bilateral hydronephrosis. I recently had litho twice to remove stones on left side ( one 13 mm, one 10 mm and one 5 ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Prolonged use of pain killers may cause adverse effects on your liver and kidney. It may also affect the health of your baby also. Better to avoid pain killers especially in pregnancy period. You can take paracetamol if requi... | |
What is the diagnosis if having muscle pains in back, legs anxiety, occassional headaches?
what's wrong with my friendMy buddy mike has regular muscle pains in his back and legs, he's always tired, and can't sleep well at night and therefore tends to nod off and nap a lot, anxiety, occasional headaches there maybe mo... | Hello,I had gone through the case and found that it might be due to deficiency of vitamin D3 & vitamin B12.So go for blood test of d3 & b12. Also go for vision test.After that take medicine and healthy diet.Hope my answer will be effective for you.Thanks | |
What causes high BP with sudden attack of stroke?
it was a first stroke went completely blanke from the beginning bled in bedroom woke up in kitchen went out front door got help walked back to kitchen blacked out again on kit floor do not remember was told later was down and bled for almost two days on wakeup flown to... | Hello ,I have gone through your history.you have not mentioned about investgations done during hospitalisation .I need to know mainly reports of CT scan brain.But I can presume that you had hypertensive harmorrhage leading to stroke.you may be having long standing hypertension not known to you.Almost 30% of patients ar... | |
Suggest treatment for severe knee pain other than surgery
hi dear, patient age is 57 and suffering severe pain in knees, local consultant say, this is due to nee gap, at present patient is unable to walk, just below left knee,it is serious pain when try to walk. kindly, suggest treatment other than surgery like giving... | Hello, The symptoms are consistent with osteoarthritis. Surgical correction in the form of knee replacement will be the best option. You can also try steroid injection to the joint cavity and it will provide long term pain relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regar... | |
What causes tiredness in night?
I have a 10 year old son who has gotten very weak after dinner 3 times in the past 5 days. It has not been immediately after dinner... however, within the hour. He is so weak to the point of laying down and closing his eyes. All three times I gave him some oranges, crackers and water wh... | hi, weakness at night time for 5 days in a 10 year old child could be due to acute gastritis, upset stomach, viral infection. You should measure temperature of child at night, if the temperature is more than give paracetamol tablet. give more Fluids to child. ask to child whether he has pain abdomen or regurgitation li... | |
What does air bubbles in the uterine mean?
Contrast material was instilled into the uterine cavity via a catheter in the cervix and shows visualization of the uterine cavity. The multiple filling defects in the uterine cavity represent air bubbles. The left fallopian tube filled with spillage on the left. There was no... | Mostly, they put air bubbles while injecting dye into the uterine cavity. Not Significant. except that you don't get as good of a picture and it's hard to spot irregularities in the wall of the uterus; these can be polyps or cancer. The lack of filling can be a problem with either the procedure (like bubbles preventing... | |
Does regular smokers have less effectiveness of ipill? Took pill after intercourse. Pregnancy chances?
Does the effectiveness of ipill reduce for regular smokers(4-5 cigarettes per day). I have a history of anemia . My periods started on 27th of January and this time they abnormally extended till 4th feb. I had interc... | Hello, There is seldom any effect of smoking on contraceptive pill taken by you (i pill) or which are taken after any intercourse, and once you had periods started on 4th and had intercourse on 5th than there are very rare chances for any pregnancy.So you don't worry here in your case no any chance of pregnancy ... | |
Parkinson's, increase in stalevo since recovery from pneumonia. Adverse reaction?
My husband has Parkensons, he is 80. His stalevo was increased to 4 times a day. 25/100/200. He has just recovered from pneumonia, and a UTI. Could this cause an adverse reaction? At one time he was on azilect.Could this be an added... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.The choice of medications in Parkinson's disease depends on the exact symptoms. So, if he has tremors and rigidity, then levodopa and pramipexole would help. These are safe when used in small doses, otherwise nausea or vomiting may occur. There are no chances of severe adverse reacti... | |
How to treat OCD and ADHD?
hello, my son son has just started taking vayrin at the request of his doctor who is trying to address his ocd adhd and lack of focus. he is also diagnosed with IDD and autism spectrum besides bipolar disorder. He is very sensitive to many meds and supplements in an adverse way. I am concern... | Hello thanks for askingVayarin is a dietary therapy for treatment and management of ADHD. The therapy is supposed to help in controlling ADD symptoms.But I am afraid the therapy will not help in OCD. For OCD he should be given proper treatment. Medicines like SSRIs like Fluoxetine or Paroxetine are used for treatment.A... | |
Suggest treatment for back pain after wearing a waist trainer
hi, I have back pain I don t remember any heavy lifting or any injury it started a week ago after wearing a waist trainer. After 2 days of wearing it for a 6 hour period a day I notice lower back pain . can this be the reason why? I am 44 years of age with ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.In my opinion, I would advise you to stop wearing the waist trainer for a few days and take some rest. I think this will solve your problem. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. ... | |
Q. I am getting pain under ribs and in the back like muscle pull. What to do?
Hello doctor,For the past two days, I am getting the pain under my right rib cage slightly under the chest and even back under the shoulder. It does not pain usually, but the pain remains there. But when I am laughing, it hurts like somethin... | Hello. Your history is suggestive of muscular pain. But it should also to rule out any cardiac cause. I will give you some medication, if you did not find any improvement, you consult a cardiologist for a complete cardiac profile, or I will provide you with some tests that you need to follow. Muscular pain. 1. Tablet B... | |
How long will anesthetic sprayed on the tongue last?
I had a tongue biopsy yesterday. The ENT sprayed my mouth the anesthetic. Tasted horrible at the time and I know that s normal but I still taste it. How long will it take for that to go away? Should I rinse with salt water? Can I brush my teeth now? | Hello, It is normal to feel a bit bad taste and numbness after anesthesia in tongue. I think you may continue to rinse mouth with salt and water and wash teeth also. It is not such a concern and can go gradually. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Olgeta Xh... | |
Suggest remedies for a rectal bump with blood when wiped
Hi My name is Pete On Sunday while taking a shower I noticed a bump, (Rectum) On Wednesday, after wiping there was blood on my toilet paper--still more blood today, should I be concerned? I took a warm bath tonight--is there anything else I should be doing? | HiBleeding per rectum is commonly due to Haemorrhoids. But,it has to be confirmed after rectal examination. Hence, please consult your Surgeon and get examined clinically. Drink plenty of liquids. You should take fresh fruit and vegetables. High fiber diet has to be taken. Nothing to worry. Wish you good health. Regard... | |
Disc bulging, compression, back pain, leg pain, numbness. Taking Butran's medication. MRI done. Treatment for symptoms?
H i have suffered for few years with back and leg pain numbness etc MRI scan showed L4/5 disc bulge causing impingement on left L5 root also anterolisthesisive (where the upper vertebral body is posi... | Hello there, thanks for choosing HCM. You need to choose a rehabilitation team including experienced Physiotherapist, occupational therapist and orthotist professionals who can plan/ design a training program to enhance your functional capabilities and how to cope up with your existing pain or to reduce the symptoms me... | |
What are the side effects of excessive masturbation?
I have been doing masturbation since 11 years......but before 1 year I sttoped doing this...and now I am facing problems like more wet dreams then usual, premature ejaculation, every time I think of some sex related things or I talk with my gf I get some sticky liqu... | HiI had gone through your query.Be relax,throw all material from your mindMasturbation is normal physiological function of our bodyit is one the method to satisfy sexual pleasure in absent of partnerboth sex and masturbation has same and has same end result to get satisfactionso no need to worryBut constant thinking an... | |
What causes lumps on the scrotum?
Hello Sir, I have one lumps or may be boil on skin of scrotum. for last 4 year i have and there size is some thing like half of vegetable pee. in this there is no pain. just like a piece of hard dead muscles. There is no irritation also. Initially when it grow that time i pressed it a... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have sebaceous cyst. Multiple sebaceous cysts are common on scrotal skin. You should go for examination and if needed go for biopsy. Surgical excision is the treatment of choice. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope... | |
Q. How can large tooth cavity be treated?
Hello doctor, I am going to the dentist soon and I know I have a cavity and I think it is pretty big- it is easily noticeable. And I am just nervous because it is probably obvious that I do not brush- the bristles are always a really weird texture for me and I just do not want... | Hello. As a human we all carry some kinds of secrets or fear back in our head. I felt glad as you have the courage to admit that, most people cannot. So be proud of that. I think you need a scaling too, as you have not brushed for a long time its leads to swollen gingiva that might be the reason of uncomfortable using ... | |
What causes right-sided buttocks pain causing difficulty to walk?
My right Butt cheek hurts after i sit for a period of time and then it s hard to get up and walk. It hurts down my right side of my leg, causing me to lip. I can t sleep on either of my sides because of pain, have to sleep on my back all night. Can you ... | Hi, Causes of pain in the buttocks range from temporary annoyances, such as bursitis, bruising, piriformis syndrome, muscle strain, and shingles, to more serious diseases with long-term consequences, such as cancer, arthritis of the sacroiliac joints, and herniated disc with sciatica. Until examination is done it is di... | |
Q. What could be the reason for giddiness and high BP?
Hi doctor, I am 22 years old. My weight is 70 kg and height is 5'6". I have some giddiness problem for the past two years. Doctors termed it as excessive stress, anxiety and tension. Before four months I had giddiness and high BP. Then at times I feel like taking ... | Hello. I had gone through all the data you have posted. Some things are important in what you said. Revert back with the reports to an internal medicine physician online --> | |
Have severe cough. Took Levaquin and Mucinex. Lots of Phlem. Suggest
I have had a severe cough now for almost a month. Doctor had me on Levaquin for 10 days, now amox/clav 875 for 20 days. Taking Mucinex D for 2 weeks. Still no luck. Lots of Phlem in the cough but no color. I feel good except for the excessive ph... | you should go for antiallergics rather than anibiotics and decongestantsstart singular 10 mg tdssyp asthalin 1 tsf tdssyp tossex 1 tsf nightadd antacidtake 3 wk you will be finethe antibiotics nd decongestants ate not in need in allergies likethis | |
What causes heart palpitations after eating spicy food?
My name is ahmed and i am male of 25 years old boy.My weight is 44kg.I have been suffering from problem when heart rate goes fast after taking food. My heart starts pounding and i feel restless after taking food in morning and after lunch within 1 hour my heart... | There are a few possibilities as to what can be causing the symptoms you describe. I'll delve into a few possibilities. Keep in mind however, stress and inherent cardiac conditions can in and of themselves be the root cause for these symptoms, though there are also a slew of outside factors (i.e food insensitivity and ... | |
What are the signs and symptoms of chicken pox?
Hii, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... Hi, my 23 month old son has susspected chicken pox but the rash, which appeared on Wednesday seems to be less today. The rash has not yet crusted so I am wondering if it is actually chicken... | Hi, I had gone through your question and I am of opinion that it does noes not seems to be chickenpox , because in chickenpox lesions , rash leads to vesicles and then crust formation . Anyway if child is well you need not worry , get your child immunized for chickenpox , if not already done.Hope this answers your ... | |
Suggest remedy for cut over knee cap
My 8 yr old son fell this afternoon, causing a round 3mm diameter cut on over his knee cap, about 1.5mm deep. The bleeding hasn t completely stopped but is now scant. It was bandaged, with pressure for most of this time. I just changed the bandaged, applied steri-strips to approxim... | Hi ! Good afternoon. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.Although it might not be possible to give the opinion without seeing the cut in person, because this is a part of the leg which would be continuously on movement, I would personally consider stitches to be appropriate to hold the cut margins in apposition along ... | |
What could hypertension and left axis deviation indicate?
my husband had his annual physical exam last march 30 and 31 of this year. the result of his ecg is normal sinus rhythm. leftt axis deviation. findings is hypertension and left axis deviation. what does this mean? thank you.by the way, my husband is 50 y.o, an... | left axis deviation alone is not an issue...hypertension is an issue which should be treated as he has blood pressure raised than normal.Treat hypertension according to cardiologist. | |
Why is a TMT required after a angioplasty?
my age 45yrs wt-72kg height 167 cm facing bp from last 5yrs i was face heart attack and undergone angiography and on day latter angioplasty during angioplasty Dr told me your blockage is right now open 50 percentage earlier blockage was 90 percentage now dr advise me for TMT ... | hello, Are you having any symptoms like chest pain at this point of time, if yes then he might need to know if it's cardiac or something else. If You are not having symptoms then he might need to know about significance of blockages in other vessels. So if tmt is positive then it's likely that you have significant b... | |
Suggest remedy for lower abdominal pain
I sneezed and felt a pop and then sharp pain in my lower abdomen about 2 inches above my pubic bone. The area now feels bruised and is painful (sharp) when I laugh or move quickly. Slow and controlled flexing of my abdominal muscles feels tender. Should I be concerned? | Hi,It seems that due to hard sneezing there might be having spasm of lower abdomnal muscles giving rise this problem.nothing to worry, take analgesic with muscle relaxant medicine like Dan MR with omeprazole.Due to sedentary life or lack of active physical exercises this is a common complain.Go for regular exercise lik... | |
What is the treatment for the wound on the testicles?
Hi Sir gud evening iam 27y married male,from yesterday iam suffering from severe wound in my testicals,i applyied quadriderm ointment but it is too severe as i couldnt able to walk or drive a bike,iam working in marketing field so daily i need to travel in bike in ... | if you are not having any trauma history,you might be fungal infection.try clotrimazole ointment for 5 days.acoid wearing tight innerwear. | |
Suggest best treatment for baby with quadriplegia sleep apnea and seizures
hi, 12 weeks old quadraplegia cp, spasms, sleep apnaea, floppy voice box, seizures, tube fed, lost swallow reflex, secretions stemmed by patch. what is considered the most safe and effective medication combination, would a cpap machine be used ... | Many thanks. Your baby needs multidisciplinary team approach in NICU care.1.medication to control sciezers 2.cpap machine breathing is good option if any problem then tracheostomy.3.Nutitional support by TPN or Gastrostomy button low profile tube feeding. 4.occupational therapy for limbs exercises.5.Respiratory therapi... | |
Suffering from cold
Dear Doctor, Since from last 7 Days I am suffering for cold.and my Left Year Totally blocked and light pain is there.My Doc initially prescribed Tablet Calvam 625 with AC Proxyvon for 5 days .but till date after completeion of the dosage, My Left ear till block and hearing problems.Please suggest ... | Thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. In my opinion you should consult ENT doctor and get done1. Clinical examination of left ear.2. Endoscopic examination of left ear.Many times uncontrolled upper respiratory tract infection ( URTI ) can lead to ear infection. In this condition,... | |
Which doctor to consult for severe traumatic brain injury?
how can I find a doctor that knows about severe traumatic brain injury? I got hit 4 years ago - died on scene - went to a great trama hospital - Tampa General - but even they don t know what to do about living with TBI - seems now I ve learned more than a doct... | Hi, I am Dr.Bruno. I have read your question with care and understand your concerns. Let me try to help you Question: Which doctor to consult for severe traumatic brain injury?Answer : You need to consult a Neurosurgeon Hope you found the answer helpful.If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional que... | |
Q. Kindly explain about the tests required to diagnose erectile dysfunction.
Hi doctor, I am 35 years old. I am married for last 4 years and having a kid. I led a sedentary lifestyle. My fasting blood sugar was 257 and PP was 353. My HbA1c was 11.3. I was diagnosed to have diabetes. I consulted my friend with is a doc... | Hello. I read your query and understand your concerns. First of all, I like to inform you that there is no test which alone can tell you whether you have ED (erectile dysfunction) or not other than the history and proper physical examination. This is the thing which are done by the doctor when you present yourself in h... | |
Suggest a remedy for painful tibialis of the leg
I am experiencing recent and painful Tibialis anterior cramping during the night. It has been particularly pronounces the last two nights. It occurs in both legs and can last for several minutes. However, there is no swelling or discoloration. During the day there is so... | rest from sport actioties as running, swimming, cycling, walking quickly. try stretching your lower limbs (bend the leg over the thigh bringing your heels next to your buttocks | |
Suffering from kidney stones. Ultrasound shows clear kidneys. Stone lodged in ureter. Have pain, swelling. Problem?
Hi Dr. I am for the past one and a half years suffering from kidney stones, both sises . however, now both the kidneys are clear as per the ultrasound report and one 8 mm stone is lodged in ureter which ... | hi thank your for the querysir/madam , after going through your query I would like to suggest you to see your urologist and get an appointment for surgery....sir renal stones of size 6 mm are an indication for surgery in your case size of the calculi is 8 mm and along with complication of swelling of the kidney which ... | |
What could cause a tender nipple with a mass behind it with no discharges?
27 YO male medically free, having tender rt nipple on deep palpation also feel a small cartilaginous mass just behind the nipple, no discharge, no skin changes , am lifting weights in the last three months and taking weight gainer supplements b... | HIThank for asking to HCMI can understand your problem, this is nothing to worry it will come around on its own, you just stop observing it and tempering it this may cause unnecessary swelling and tenderness this is some time happens may related with hormone level, hope this information helps you take care and have goo... | |
I am having recurrent kidney stones. Is there any other way than surgery ?
Hi.. I am a 48 years old having recurrent kidney stones . I was operated once for the same problem. The last time i was in the hospital the doctors told that it has to be operated once again. I do not want to undergo another surgery . Is there ... | Hallo, Recurrent kidney stones is a serious problem. Other than surgery it can be cured by Diuretic Therapy in siddha system. Drink plenty of water daily Avoid salt contant foods. Avoid milk and milk products. Take banana tree's stem juice twice daily. Avoid egg and crab and fatty non -veg foods Take stonex tab thice d... | |
How can pain on the face while suffering from shingles be treated?
Am in my third week of shingles treatment. shooting pains in skin on right side of face do not seem to be getting any better. Taking prescriptions of Gabapentin 100MG three times a day, and valacyclovir hcl 1 gr tablets. Can I increase the dosage for b... | Hello,Increasing the valacyclovir will not help. A higher dose of gabapentin may be helpful if done under your doctor's supervision. Your doctor may also be able to prescribe other medications to help you with the painful condition.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. K... | |
What to do for lump below the knee?
hi i have a hard lump,(feels like bone) about half a golf ball in size just below left hand side of my knee, left leg, i have felt it start to take shape 12 months ago, but resently it has become much larger, as well now gives me some pain.. any ideas?? 33 year old male | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some hematoma formation followed by calcification or new bone formation. You should go for x ray knee to know exact location and plan of that mass. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if ... | |
What causes the shyly social behavior with girls?
Hi there, I've got a problem with girls and not sure if thats normal. Whenever I see a girl that I like I usually get shy and never do the move to talk to them and that makes me feel someone who isn't normal, the main reason will be stress, different thought like all t... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. You have not mentioned your age in the query. For majority of the adolescent and young adults, such problems are common. This happens mainly because opposite gender identity crisis / conflict. Such a crisis is part of developm... | |
Could i be pregnant even if i use Mirena?
I have the Mirena, had it for 3 years now. Lately I ve been having a lot of pregnancy symptoms. I have clear liquid coming from my boob, tired, moody, nausea, head aches, cramps even after the little couple day cycle that I had. The list goes on. Could I be pregnant? | Hello, and I hope I can help you today.No birth control method is 100 percent effective, so if you have been having unprotected sex, pregnancy is a possibility.However, if you can feel your strings, which means that the IUD is in place, the chance of your being pregnant is still extremely low.In addition, many of the s... | |
What causes a hard lump in the armpit?
A huge, hard lump was discovered under my right armpit last Sun, a week ago. It has gone down some but it s still a hard lump that can be felt. I do not shave with razors and the lump is not filled with liquid or have any pain or redness. It s under the skin and I ve never had an... | Hi,It seems that you might be having enlarged axillary lymph nodes or having sebaceous cyst.nothing to worry, if size increases or pain developed then consult your doctor and get examined.Ok and take care. | |
Q. Can exposure to pre-seminal fluid cause HIV?
Hello doctor, I want to know if the pre-seminal fluid can infect HIV. I had an exposure. My anus was in contact with his fluid. One guy put his penis in my anus four or five times, no penetration but that fluid was present. I took an RNA HIV test 16 days after that expos... | Hi. There are possibilities of transmission of HIV by pre-seminal fluid if the person is HIV positive. If negative, the chances are nil. The two tests done are reliable and suggest you are free from HIV. But it would be better if you can go for HIV antibodies test after three months exposure to be totally free from anx... | |
Shall we get blood infection through uncleaned iv port?
I was in the hospital two days ago for an emergency lap chole. During my stay, I had a nurse administer IV medication twice to me thru my IV without cleaning the port with alcohol. I received clindamycin before the surgery as well as several doses after. I also r... | Its a good practice to give the iv medication only after cleaning the port of iv set with alcohol & it is always advisable. But if at all the medication was given through the port withot cleaning, nothing to woerry about it. It is not at all going to cause any infection in blood as the chances of such infection are ver... | |
Suggest treatment for severe lower back pain
I have lower back pain that comes and goes and it sometimes radiates to my leg and flank areas. Today I experienced floating stool in addition to my back pain being a bit uncomfortable. Also, I had intense gas and bloating toward the end of the week last week. My back pain ... | HiWelcome to healthcaremagicI have gone through your query and understand your concern. You are suffering from chronic backache.This may be related to muscles and bone weakness.There may be deficiency of vitamins and trace elements.You can take supplements of vitamins and trace elements .Back exercises are helpful in m... | |
Is switching from Perphenazine in tablet form to injection form a good idea?
My daughter is supposed to take perphenazine tablets to help her with a psychosis episode and may be bipolar disorder. She admitted to not swallowing the tablets and throwing them into the trash later. Is switching to an injection form of per... | Dear caregiverif patient is not compliant for medication,water soluble medications are available which are tasteless and odourless which psychiatrist cn prescribe after careful assessment. otherwise newer long term injectables are available too which cn be individualized as per patients needThanks | |
Suggest remedy for heart ailment
Hello Mr. Doctor I am From Afghanistan and my Father got heart disease he is 60years old and 74kg wh 175cm height that is (left Anterior descending Artery): Proximal segment has moderate diffuse disease. mid segment has long sever segmental disease, Total in distal segment.Diagonals:... | Hihave carefully read all your detais ,he is a candidate for ptca or bypass surgery but as you cant afford it he can be kept on medical therapy there are many chronic anti anginals lik trimetazidine, ranolazine and nikorandil available in market norw which can increase his longevity.for details you can mail me at xxx... | |
Suggest remedy for problems in shoulder and arm
Hi, I am 52 years old, 6 2 approx 210 lbs. Exceptionally healthy. Active Martial Artit for the past 20 years. Question is in regards to my left arm, shoulder & elbow. Years ago I was a very good, active Dart player. About 20 years ago I lost my grip and arm so left the a... | Hi, To guide you properly, there is a need to have your MRI scan. It seems to be a ligament issue to me. Just get your MRI scan done. Till then, avoid heavy sports or workout from the affected part. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surge... | |
Suggest medication for fever
I have had very low fevers (around 99.7 was my highest temperature) off and on for a few months. I also only feel warm off and on during the day. I had some bloodwork done and it was discovered that my white blood cell count was low. The doctor said this could indicate a viral infection. ... | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you are having low fevers since last few months which could be due to viral/ bacterial infection of body. As you have low W.B.C count means infection is present in your body. I would suggest you nothing to worry about it. You should take NSAID medicat... | |
Having noticed a large mass on back and edge of shoulder blade
My husband has a large mass about the size of a tennis ball on his back at the edge of his shoulder blade. It is hard but is not painful. I want to have it checked out. We don t really have a family physician. What type of physician should I start with for... | Hi, thanks for sharing your husband's health concerns with HCM! If I were your treating Doctor for this case of hard back lump, I would come up with three possibilities, these include: 1. a lipoma or benign fatty tumor or neurofibroma2. The second possibility is of a benign cyst like sebaceous cyst ... | |
Suggest pain relievers with codeine for pain caused by scoliosis
Hello. I have mild scoliosis in 2 parts of my back that was just diagnosed and I am age 49 (done bearing children and have had a hysterectomy). My dr. has me on 4 tabs of (300/30) Tylenol 3 1 time a day. I also have back spasms. The tylenol 3 does not se... | hi. For back spasms I suggest a muscle relaxant for example Flexon MRTo answer your specific question u can take Panadeine.However I should warn you u should not take it for more than 3 days continuously as it can cause addictionsAlso since Flexon MR does have pcm don't take the 2 together.If Flexon is unavailable try... | |
Having severe back pain. What is the treatment required? Concerned?
Hi,I am prem .i am having severe back pain and for that if i will apply amrutanjan / medicinal oil immediatly it will dissappear and after 5 to 6 hours i am getting same pain. if somebody massage with medicinal oil then immediatly pain also will go ... | hallo dear friend i hv studied your case do you had any injury to back what is your age there might be lumbar disc prolapse leading to radicular pain you need some neurotropics like methylcobalamine take rest , take some analgesic , hot or cold fomentation avoid lifting weights sit with taking support to your back cont... | |
What causes arm pain while on medication for gastric, sinus and hypertension?
Hi Doctor, I having a sweet pain on my left arm above elbow I am taking a 5mg Amlokind-H everyday my last check up 3weeks ago everthing was normal including ECG & BP along with hypertension I have Gastric problem and Sinus alergy..I can take... | Hello!Welcome on HCM!Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms do not seem to be related to any cardiac disorders. A musculo-skeletal pain or a nerve compression could be the cause of your arm pain. I would recommend trying ibuprofen for the pain. The relief of your symptoms by this drug would indicate... | |
How to increase my confidence and communication skill ?
hello sir, I am Tanusree saha.I am 22years old. I study M.Sc.I am 5.5ft & have 50 kg. Now i tell you my problem.I have no self confident,i cannot communicate easily with everybody,with my friends & relative also,i have no friend with whom i share my problem, if i... | Welcome to Healthcare Magic You are having problem adjusting with your colleagues at work, isn't it. You don't worry much about what people think about you. This is the prime source of the problem. You will be happy once you stop thinking what others are thinking or talking about you. Try to share your personal matters... | |
What is the spongy liquid filled lump under the belly button?
I have a spongey possibly liquid feeling lump under my belly button. Minor pain when pushed on it feels really like it s twitching or pulsating. Minor pain and I ve had it for years. I feel like it may get worse when I am stressed and has a foul odor and a ... | Hi, this is possibly a sebaceous cyst or some sinus tract!Nothing to worry about this and try not to get infected there!I suggest you to go for an FNAC test / sinogram of the lump for confirmation and to relieve your concerns!Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then... | |
Can I use benadryl to get rid of painful rashes, headaches and wheezing caused by allergy?
allergic reaction maybe? 27 female asthmatic current mess xopenex advair flonaseI think i maybe having an allergic reaction my symptoms started yesterday evening with a small itchy rash on my face and sides of my neck.tonight i ... | Hi,Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.your itchy rash,on face and neck,red painful rash on lower abdomen,headache and wheezing all seem to be due to allergy . Asthmatic patients are known to have atopy(a predisposition toward developing certain allergic hypersensitivity).Benadryl (diphenhydramine)... | |
Does Losartan for BP require reevaluation after ten years of usage?
Hello Doctor, I am a 93 year old man, comparatively healthy. I have been on Losartan for over 10 years for my high blood pressure. Recently I have noticed that my blood pressure when checked is around 102 over 65 to the point of not having much energy... | Hi There After going through you query I understand your concern.I would like to tell you that your blood pressure is on lower side and it can be the reason of your lack of energy. Definitely you need a reevaluation for your blood pressure medicines.Kindly consult a Cardiologist regarding same.Hope to have been Helpful... | |
Suggest remedy for chronic sinusitis with body warmness
On my kneels b/4 you Dr. Carro, my wife and I got infected with staph infection some 4 years ago, we have warm like movement and burning sensation all over the body,I have cronic sinusitis, my temperature drops down([35/36*C) and lot of complications, no antibiot... | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have chronic sinusitis with body warmness which is due to condition called granular pharyngitis/ upper respiratory tract infection. . Need not to worry. I would suggest you to avoid hot, sharp , spicy food substances , do warm saline rinses and ... | |
What causes pain in the abdomen and back when I move quickly?
Situation: I had a sharp pain that started on my left side, mid back and wrapped around to the front ab. The pain now a dull ache on the front left side and is sharp if I move to quickly. Question: based on this limited information can you help me identify ... | Hi, Based on the information you provided, I think it might be due spinal nerve pinch as long as no breathing symptom has been set. Try not to make movement that would precipitate the pain. Take oral analgesic and magnesium supplement. Make an appointment with neurologist. MRI of the spine is recommended. If the pain b... | |
Suggest solution for lump in breast
Hi, I am Janice Ingle. I found a knot under my left breast on top of my rib cage. I had a tumor removed from the left breast when I was 18. I am scared about this because I have a lot of medical problems. Where do I go to first to get this checked. You know you can never just walk i... | Hello!Thank you for the query.As you have had breast tumor before, this lump should be treated as another tumor until the cancer wont be ruled out. You need to visit oncologist or surgeon and have an ultrasound and biopsy of this lump done.As you are young person, please consult also genetics center and consider BRCA1/... | |
Q. Hb is 8. 7 during pregnancy. Should blood transfusion be done?
Hello doctor,My wife is pregnant. Her hb level is 8.7 and delivery due date is 4th may. The doctor suggested blood transfusion. Is it necessary? | Hello. Yes, it is extremely necessary to transfuse her blood otherwise you may pur her life on risk during delivery. Kindly do not delay in making this decision as delivery may occur any time now because she has already completed her term. Low Hb may cause heavy bleeding during childbirth which if become uncontrolled m... | |
Suggest treatment for jaundice
My father has hepatitis b. 2weeks before he got jaundice. Initially it was 3. One week he didn t take tablets , after 1 week got doctor appointment and started using liv 52.since 1 week he is taking liv52 in addition to the hepatitis medicines.but yesterday he went to test again jaundice... | HIWell come to HCMIf this is hepatitis B infection then the symptom of jaundice could be due to this, second to rule out the other possibilities some investigation may be needed, like liver enzyme test, ultrasonography test, because this may be obstructive jaundice also, in short underlying cause of this is more import... | |
B12 deficiency, slight numbness in hands and legs, fluttering on facial parts, worsens on car traveling. Signs of paralysis attack?
From last 15 days, I am feeling little numbness in legs and hands. My doctor said I have Vitamin B12 deficiency . I am taking vitamin supplements on my doctor’s advice. After taking vitam... | Hi, Thank you for posting your query. Most likely, your symptoms are not suggestive of paralytic stroke. However, in view of your symptoms being one-sided, we should screen for any risk factors for stroke. These include testing for BP, Sugar, cholesterol and homocysteine. Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause numbness of ha... | |
Will conceiving be difficult due to intake of labetalol for hypertension?
I m a bit concerned with me taking labetalol anti-hypertensive at an early age 39 due to hypertension. It s genetics. I try to eat healthy and exercise regularly but I guess i really need the medication to control it. My pressure goes up t0 145/... | Hi, I did review your concern. Labetalol is a safe drug for pregnancy, infact many gynecologists prescribe it for pregnancy induced hypertension and preeclampsia. I would recommend you to consult your obstetrician if you are planning to get pregnant. There should not be any pressure related problems for conceiving apar... | |
What causes a small lump in my armpit that subsides on its own?
Hi, I have a small lump in my armpit that appears every month and then recedes without any pain. Recently, I started doing IPL hair removal on my underarm and there happened to be a lump before I started treatment. I went ahead with the treatment anyway. ... | HiLooking at your history it seems to be a case of axillary lymphedenitisplease visit your doctor for FNAC fine needle aspiration cytology and further testsin my opinion it would be alright after a course of antibiotic under supervision of your doctorMaintain good hygiene by keeping armpit clean and moistHope this help... | |
What causes unusual sensation in the cervical vertebrae and mood swings?
I have been experiencing an effervescent-like sensation from around my third cervical vertebrae to my occipital ridge. Prior to this sensation I notice that I experience a shift in mood. After the sensation occurs my mood seems to normalize. What... | Hello, Consult an Orthopaedician and plan for an MRI neck to rule out spine related problems. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest treatment for iron deficiency
I am 32 years male. i am always feeling tired and taking tablet each a day for iron deficiency. I feel like very old age person because i couldnt run more than 200 metres in a stretch. Can you please tell me that how to increase my stamina and run a healthy life | 32 year old males are usually not iron deficient unless there is some bleeding from your body . deworm yourself and look for occult blood in stools. if positive, you will need an endoscopy and if needed a colonoscopy. also please look for other defiencies like Vitamin B12 and folic acid. |
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