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What could be the itchy rashes on my husband's leg and feet?
My husband has an itchy rash on his lower legs and feet. It almost looks like little pin pricks that are raised up a little he did do some trimming in an area of our yard where there is poison ivy but this Dosent look like poison ivy to me should we be worri... | Hi, I would recommend you to apply topical steroid like clobetasol propionate cream on the affected areas twice daily and take antihistaminic like tablet Cetrizine 10 mg once or twice daily depending on the intensity of itching. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Asme... | |
What causes severe pain after gallbladder removal?
had my gallbladder out in may have been having pain on right side now has moved to middle just above insion site also noticed groove in my stool which are yellow brown soft and hard mixed had ct and blood work all came back fine but im still in pain | Peripheral nerve endings get damaged occasionally when ever skin is cut for any purpose. Mostly the do not cause trouble but sometimes does. Take amitryptilline 10 mg night time and pregabalin 75 mg night time and aceclofenac 50 + acetaminophen 500 combination twice daily. | |
Testicular test done, shows bilateral variciceles. Taking paterna tablets. Active sperm is less. Chances of becoming a father?
Hi this is XXXXX, I had a test of my testicles and the result is as below. Right: is normal measures 37x17mm, the Epididymis is normal, no hydrocele is noted, the veins of the pampiniform plex... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. Viagra tablets do not cause varicocele. Bilateral varicocele is a common cause of infertility and low sperm count. Surgery is the preferred treatment which will help in reversal of your sperm health and will help you in fathering a child. I hope this information has been both informativ... | |
Suggest remedy for sporadic cough with watery eyes
i have a sporadic cough. occurs a few times a day and at night. i usually feel a drainage down my throat and a tickle at the back right of my throat before 1-2 secs before it occurs. My right eye will also water. Sometime one cough will last a few seconds. Other times... | HelloThank You for contacting HCM.Welcome to Health Care Magic.My name is Dr Muhammad Ahmad & i will look into your problem.I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. We come across many patients like you on daily basis who say that before they cough there is sh... | |
What causes chest pain and numbness in the arm?
Everytime i eat no matter what i eat even if its a fruit or even if its something fattening my left arm feels numb and my chest feels like someone is pulling my skin, it doesn't hurt its just really uncomfortable and this never happened until i found out i was pregnant w... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. We need to rule out cardiac cause first as you are having left sided chest discomfort and left arm pain. So get done ecg and 2d echo to rule out cardiac cause. If both are normal then no need to worry for cardiac disease. GERD (gastroesophage... | |
What could cause chronic burning/itching on forearms, dermatological have no effect?
For at least 3 months I have been having severe burning/itching sensation on my lower arms, especially the left arm from the elbow to wrist. I have seen a dermatologist 3 times, used all kinds of moisturizing lotions, as well as home... | Hi, It could be polymorphic light eruption. It is an allergic reaction to sun. I would recommend you to apply topical steroid like clobetasol propionate cream on the affected areas twice daily along with frequent and regular application of a sunscreen on the entire forearms during the day time.Hope I have answered your... | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it... | |
Vomiting blood, weakness. Habit of smoking. Suggestions?
yes, i was wondering ... I just vomited A LOT of blood while in the shower... i do smoke cigarettes, about a pack per day and may have breast cancer... also i am a 39 yr old male, smoked for 32 yrs.... anyway what could this mean. it was a mix of dark red and br... | You vomiting a large amount of blood as is clear from your description could mean one of 2 things, considering your smoking history. Either you have developed stomach ulcers which have now started bleeding. This is quite common in smokers. Or, you have developed stomach cancer which is now bleeding. This is also possib... | |
Need treatment for shoulder pain
Hi How are you tonight, I have a real bad shoulder pain. Not muscles by deeper. I had surgery for a labral tear in my r shoulder, and the pain Im feeling is so much the same. Could it be the same? Hurts under ear on l side. When I put my arm out straight i can only go shoulder hieght, ... | hi,thank-you for providing the brief history.As you had a Surgery of the labrel tear in the past and now having pain in the shoulder I feel it is the same issue. There will be inflammation of the tissues and reduction in the joint space leading again the pain. Taking an x-ray or an MRI should help understand the possib... | |
What causes chest pain, fast heart beat and dizziness after swimming?
My son is 11 yrs old. He used to be in the swimming team but once when he was in training, he felt chest pains and out of breath as well as a bit dizzy. The trainers let him lie down and he felt better and he was taken to the hospital for ECG and ec... | Hi.... I have just read through your query I feel that your kid is having intermittent faster heart rate which is a electrical rhythm abnormality in the heart. This definitely requires further evaluation. A single time ECG and echocardiogram being normal doesn't mean that it is ruled out. If I were your pediatrician I ... | |
What causes lump in the pelvic region?
I was using the restroom and i noticed a pain like beside my crouch right beside the hole of it and i looked and there is a bumop by it do you know what it would be please give me an answer soon because im really nervouse everyone is saying it could be cancer | Welcome to health care magic. 1.Lump in the groin region, pain less - the possible cause will be lymph nodal enlargement.2.Lymph nodal enlargement is seen in case of any infection / inflammation / malignancy.3.It could be localised or systemic cause which can cause the lymph nodal enlargement. So any ill ness you are a... | |
Out of microgynon and clarithomyciin whoch can cause vomiting?
Hi on the same day I started microgynon 30 at night I had to start clarithomycin 500mg every 12 hours for a UTI, usually 7/8am and pm. I have vomited every night. This is my third day in both. Which is making me sick? Should I keep taking both. Many thanks... | Hi, Vomiting is a common side effect of both. Moreover clarithromycin may reduce the efficacy of microgynon. If you are using microgynon for birth control, you may be at increased risk for pregnancy or breakthrough bleeding. So you should use an alternative or additional form of birth control during or after treatment ... | |
Suggest treatment for pain in calves and tingling in toes
I am recovering from lumbar surgery nine months ago, however, now I am suffering a great deal of pain wit Trocanteric Bursitis of the hip joint as well as severe pain and cramping in the calves of my legs as well as tingling, numbness, burning in my toes and fe... | Hello,Yes, it would be useful to see a neurologist for detailed evaluation and starting appropriate treatment. In the meanwhile, you can take pregabalin capsules for pain relief.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Sudhir Kumar | |
Have itching and tingling from the lips to the eye. Had some teeth extracted earlier. What could this be?
Hi, i went to he dentist five days ago and had 5 teeth pulled form the top ( front, side and back ) and 3 from the bottom (in front and side). I am having tingling and itching on lips nose even up to my eye. vey ... | hi... thanks for the query...the sensation you mentioned is due to nerve irritation... you have to keep patience... it will go eventually... you should take vitamin B 12 supplements to enhance nerve regeneration... if it persists for longer duration then visit your dentist...take care... | |
How long does lovastatin stay in the system?
How long does it take for lovastatin to get out of your system after you stop taking it? Is there any chance of recovery from severe muscle weakness, fatigue, memory loss, confusion, tremors, etc. caused by this drug? Time on the med was about 3 months, 83 year old female. | Hi,I can understand your concern regarding the clearance time of lovastatin. Approximately 61 hours. The widely used cholesterol lowering medication Lovastatin half-life is reported to be of 13.37 hours and it takes about four and a half half-lives for its clearance from the body system which comes around 60 hours. How... | |
What causes lumps in the armpits?
Hi. I have small lumps in both my armpits for a long time now. They don’t hurt and haven’t grown or moved but have been there for at least two yrs in left and one yr in right. I also have urinary problems and extremeee fatigue. Are these sights of anything? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You have two different problems and seems to be not related.The lumps in both armpits also called axillae for such a long time are usually due to hidradenitis suppurativa.Or can be seborrhoeic dermatitis Multiple papilomatosi... | |
How should malignant squamous cell carcinoma of the tongue be further treated?
Hello , I've been diagnose of squamous cell carcinoma, malignant on my tongue cut n removed in March, it has re appeared and a larger portion cut 2 days ago, CT scan shows throat are clear, can i rely on this and the lesion has been set for... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. You are having relapse of tongue cancer. And this is not good sign for prognosis and survival. Possibility of distal metastasis is also high in your case. So better to first get done PET (positron emission tomography) scan for the diagnosis o... | |
Suggest treatment to control blood sugar
My daughter is 19 years old and has recently been diagnosed with diabetes. She is taking 2 metformin in the morning and 1 metformin at night. Her meter reading has been over 300 consistently and she has been complaining about pain in her lower right side. What do you think is g... | **1. Since the case is diagnosed and complaining of pain in lower limbs thus it is wise to check with a diabetes specialist, who will look clinically for:. Weight. blood pressure. Examination of peripheral pulses on the legs.. Examination of the feet: especially the inter digital spaces and soles, for infections, ulcer... | |
Anemic, low iron in blood, put on slow release iron supplement, terrible stomach pain just below the right rib cage. What's it ?
Hello Dr. Christensen, I am anemic and have very low iron in my blood. The doctor put me on a slow release iron supplement which I have been taking for the past three days. I ve had terrible... | Hi,Thank you for posting your question here, I will try to answer it as best I can.Iron supplements can cause diarrhea/constipation, abdominal discomfort and other gastrointestinal side effects, as such it is quite obvious that what you're feeling is because of the supplements.Since you need the iron for your blood it ... | |
Why do I have a pain and rashes around hip and tailbone?
I have suddenly wakened to a tender right hip then the left hip is tender. Body aches yesterday too. Now today, I have a hard red rash above tailbone on the right side, and a patch around hip. I got sniffles today. Been taking ibuprophen and felt a lot better t... | Hi,Reading short history, it seems that you may be having herpes zoster. It is viral infection caused by VZV virus. There may be clusters of vesicles and erythema. The disease occurs on one side and in zone. There may be severe burning pain. You consult dermatologist. After firm diagnosis, he may give proper medicines.... | |
Suffering from wheat allergy rash on hands, arms. Taking antihistamine tablets, cream. How long will it take to cure?
Hello. I have what I believe to be a wheat allergy rash on my hands and arms. I have antihystamine tabs and cream for it, but wondered how long before it starts recovering. I first noticed it about 5 d... | Hello, True wheat allergy is rare, whereas wheat intolerance is quite common. Allergic rash secondary to wheat allergy is unusual, and this might be a coincidence. You are more likley to have idiopathic urticaria that might get worse after eating certain foods and long-acting antihistamines for 4-6 weeks is recommended... | |
Suggest treatment for dizziness and weakness
I passed out a month ago and hit my head on the ground. Still to this day i tend to get lightheaded and dizzy and very sleepy after i exhert too much energy. My ct scan and mri showed absolutely nothing at all. My doc reffered me to a neurologist to see next week. Whatelse ... | Hello!My name is Dr. Aida and I am glad to attend you on Healthcaremagic!Your symptoms are quite common after a head concussion. Anyway, I would recommend you to closely monitor your blood pressure values. Low blood pressure could be the cause of fainting. I would recommend performing a Head Up Tilt test to investigate... | |
What causes dryness of mouth?
I'm a healthy, fit 64 yr. old female and my voice has been "croaky" for two years. It's worse in the morning and about the same time I started noticing my voice problems, I noticed my mouth being dry when I wake up at night or in the morning. So, it appears that I'm mouth breathing at n... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicSome persons may have all or only some of the symptoms associated with a medical condition.The fact that the voice change is worse in the morning may indicate that it may be related to post nasal drip which is normally worse at this time or in the evening period.Some persons may be ... | |
Strange pulsing in upper abdomen, constipation, gall bladder removed
I have been having an odd pulsating or trickling down feeling in my upper left abdomen after i eat or drinking anything along with slight constipation . I am a 20 year old college athlete, but i did have to have my gall bladder removed about 4 years ... | Dear Friend.Hi , I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern.Pulsatile feeling can be normal due to aorta, if you are touching and feeling it.However, you should also get an Ultrasound abdomen to see for any obvious cause.This is my personal opinion based on details available ... | |
Q. My partner is bleeding since eight days post ECP. Why?
Hi doctor, I had unprotected sex with my partner on 24 and 25 last month and she had an ECP on 25th. In few hours, she had drop type bleeding which continued for two days and then she started bleeding. It has been eight days and she is having her periods withou... | Hi. Thanks for the query. I can understand your concern. The possible causes of your partner's irregular spotting are as follows: 1. As her periods were delayed by last month itself means around one month ten days by the time you had sex. So, the possibility of pregnancy has to be ruled out. 2. Continuous usage of emer... | |
Can neosporin heal squished finger?
Hello my name is Miriam, and i squished my middle finger while go-karting last Monday. Only one side of my nail got purple and now that side is starting to fall off. Nothing is wrong with the other side, it s firm. is there anything i could do to heal it like neosporin? Or do i need... | if the area is still raw, neosporin shall check infection.it is advisable to let the remaining nail be not removed.healing of the other area shall be spontaneous. | |
I have several problems with my back when I am sitting, laying or applying pressure to that area
I am 31 yr old female of average height and weight and have several problems with my back. I have arthritis in my neck, subluxations which cause a lot of mid and upper back pain, as well as my neck and shoulder. I also hav... | Looking into the description of your symptoms, it will be better to consult an General Physician and then consult a Orthopaedic. Following it, if required you may consult a Neurologist. Having diagnosed you may also choose Acupuncture for relief of your pain in the neck, shoulder and thoracic region. I feel your hair d... | |
What is the remedy for chest condition that is back which was treated by predcort ds?
my son was given predcort ds for a chest condition a few months ago. he is now suffering with similar condition. I have more of the medication remaining, but dont know what dosage to give him since the instruction is not written on t... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Better not to give this drug without consulting pediatrician. Predcort DS is an oral corticosteroid, and it should only be given under the guidance of a doctor.So, it is better to consult the pediatrician for your son. Get the ... | |
Suggest remedy for sore breasts
hi, im 27 and my breasts for the last 2 weeks have been really sore, i have taken 2 pregnancy tests 1 week apart and results both negative, i have been back on the pill for the last month. im fit and healthy and have never experienced this before, can u please give me some advice as to ... | Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion the sore breasts can be due to sideeffect of hormonal pill which you are taking.Take panadol if pain is severe.Consult doctor as you might need examination to rule out any breast abnormalities like lump etc.If everything is normal the pain can be attributed to pill.Don... | |
Suggest medication for liver cirrhosis
sir my mom is suffering from liver cirrhosis and has ascites too. She has problem of belching, burping ,nausea n stomach-ache.is plasenzyme good medicine for her??after few days she has these sypmtoms.are these symptoms because of ascites.please guide me | of the mentioned symptoms only ascites is related to cirrhosis, rest all are nonspecific symptoms which needs to be worked out. the main drug for cirrhosis will be according to etiology for which she needs workup like hepatitis b and c marker and tests for various other causes. for ascites she needs diuretics. also she... | |
What are the symptoms of a hairline fracture?
Hi when i was getting off the bus, about 4 days ago, i fell and twisted my ankle. Afterwards i couldn t walk on it and it got very swollen. Yesterday I went to the hospital for an x-ray and they said it was not broken. They didn t tell me anything else. My ankle is still v... | Hello . First of all as you are telling you are still having swelling so please dont try to walk and put weight on injured tissue . It will make the condition worsen . as there was twist in your ankle , in these type of injury sprain occurs . now you should not icing on it now you should dip your foot in a beara... | |
Does a broken tooth in the socket cause any complications?
Hello hi doctor .. Hasanin Mubarak 22 years - dental student I'm also a dental student .. Yesterday I extracted the upper premolar in a 40 years old lade .. The tooth was broken whille removing it .. I searched for the remaining fragments till I found it .. My... | Hello!Thank you for posting in HCM.Broken roots is common during extractions.Very small as much as 3 mm or less resorb during remodelling.They at times get expelled from the socket which appear on the mucosa nearly after 3 months.Removal of the fragment can be decided based upon the pros and cons like infection,risk of... | |
Suggest treatment for OCD and depression
I have OCD and depression which is now getting out of hand because I feel like I am going mad. An example of how bad it is: I looked on my bookcase, and noticed that ONE book had fallen down, resting on the shelf, and it sent me into turmoil. I have to constantly check that ... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. If the symptoms you gave are true, then you should be under psychiatric treatment already. Also remember Many researches and researchers confirm that medicines alone cannot cure mental disorders. Life style changes, change in ... | |
What causes severe back and leg pain with numbness?
What does posteriorly displacing the right s1 nerve root mean? And what does a left-sided focal disc protrusion at L5-S1, and minimal posterior dispalcement of the left S1 nerve root. I am having severe back and leg pain with my complete left leg going numb | Hello,I had gone through the case and found that it is the case of sciatica pain.So take mild painkiller and do leg stretching exercise and Vitamin D3 and Vitamin B12.If pain is unbearable then go for physiotherapy and injection epidura.Hope my answer will be effective for you.Thanks | |
What causes low body temperature, less urine in a baby?
Hi good evening. My 7 months old baby have a low body temperature. Last time I checked it was 35.1 and she s sweating cold. She was sick seen last friday with high temperature and now with low temperature. I was suspecting that maybe she have urine infection. She... | low body temperature is not a good sign, it can be an indication of severe infection with shock. if baby is dull , you need to act fast and consult your doctor or emergency. | |
Deformed nose causing low self confidence, cartilage seems to have fallen. Treatment options?S
This is very hard for me to explain. I used to have a perfect nose until I was about 14. I've always suffered from many allergies, so I was always blowing my nose, well... now it's deformed. I absolutely hate it, my confiden... | there is no use of surgery as this is allergyand the sinuses are involved in which post nasal drip causes this and turbinates hypertrophyget xray pns waters view get treatment from allergy speialiseyou can get blood serum for specific antibodies for different allergies and then immunotherapy for curefor time you cn tak... | |
Terrible lower back pain, stinging after falling. Possibility of damage?
I fell last night on concrete steps outside. When I landed my feet gave out from under me and I completely landed on my lower right side of my back. The pain is unbelievable....and the spot where I landed stings but in a severe manner. I havent b... | hi as u describe yours injery-it seems to a serious.u have taken analgesic.tab.pl let the x ray done -as early as possible,some times late is very harmful.to go hospital is need of the injury,it is no wastage,if u are not well ,how u can work.see ortho surgeon immediately,do not do hot fomentation,rest on bed will hel... | |
What causes black hands and feet in a child?
hi my 8 month old daughter was sent to hospital as she had d and v and purple to black hands and feet they did a blood test and her ALT is 91, alkaline phosphate it 139 and gloucose is 2.9, platelets 443 and MCH 26.4. they want her retested in three weeks, should i be worri... | Hi...by what you say I feel that they are considering megalobalstic anemia or vitamin B12 and Folic acid deficiency. Rather than the tests you have provided me here, I would like to know about the hemoglobin level and MCv rather than these.Please get back to me with the above information and if possible an image of the... | |
Q. What causes irregular periods in a 21-year-old?
Hello doctor, I am a 21-year-old female. For the past four months, my menstrual cycle was not right. It lasted a whole month and was heavy by the end, and it stopped after I took some vitamin C. Then, after one month, it started again and lasted for two weeks (stopped... | Hello. At the age of 21 years, possibilities for such irregular cycles are, 1. You have severe physical or mental stress in any form, which would interfere with regular normal ovulation and periods will be haphazard. Try to reduce stress with meditation, breaks, etc. 2. If you have suddenly put on weight. This excess c... | |
What are the symptoms of potential tuberculosis?
I had a TB skin test and was required to have a chest film. Took this film on Wed, and the doctor called today leaving a message that I should come in to discuss the film. I called but he step out for the weekend, and I was told by the secretary to come back on monda... | with regards to tuberculosis it will depend if your in latent TB or active TB. In Latent TB,you have a TB infection, but the bacteria remain in your body in an inactive state and cause no symptoms.it is sometimes called inactive TB or TB infection, isn't contagious but it can turn into active TB, so treatment is still ... | |
What causes stomach cramp along with vomiting?
Well yesterday i suddenly had bad stomach cramp at where your gastric is suppose to be. And i feel like vomiting aalot. I have to keep repositioning myself so i dont vomit. I have no appetite. And the pain also makes me feel like i have stomachache. I dont have bad diarrh... | Hi ! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.Cramping abdominal pain is usually due to a food poisoning, specially if you happen to eat from outside. If you do not have any loose motions, I in case happen to be your doctor, would advise you with an anti emetic, an antacid, a proton pump inhibitor, and a prob... | |
Suggest treatment for lower abdominal pain
Lower abdominal pain working its way through the left side. Sharp pain when lifting left leg or sudden twist of waist. Some nausea, no vomiting or fever. I have been diagnosed with diverticulie a few years ago. Pain has been persistent for over a month | Hi! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.With a history of diverticulosis and the present abdominal pain with nausea and vomiting, I would presume it to be an attack of diverticulitis (bacterial infection of the diverticula) and start a bland diet regimen, a broad spectrum antibiotic along with an anearob... | |
I am experiencing some throbbing pain in my back. From my lower right side of my back all the way to my knee
Hi, I am experiencing some throbbing pain, which came on suddenly, in my back. It radiates from my lower right side of my back all the way to my knee , and pain worsens dramatically when I go from prone to stan... | thank you for the inquiry this can be due to disc lesions or sciatica pain due to spondylosis. ayurveda therapies are commended for this. try the following medicines: danwadaram thailam+ valiya narayana thailam for oil massage(soft massage) Cap.Lumbatone 2-2-2- Tab.Lumbatone 2-0-2 dr.devidas vellodi cochin | |
What could cause skinny build?
Hi , I m a fourteen/fifteen year old boy and the bones on my upper back seem to stick out. They kinda look like wings. But I m not sure what to do , like maybe its cos I m growing or maybe because I have a naturally skinny build? I m clueless , and really worried | hi,thank you for providing the brief history of you.A thorough musculoskeletal assessment is advised.As you are finding bony appearances in the back you need not to worry. Since you are skinny this is the normal morphological development. You can consume more of the protein and do regular workout as this will imporve t... | |
Trying to conceive. Had a miscarriage. Change in menstruation. Will I be able to be pregnant?
I had a miscarriage in Feb 2012, been tiring to get pregnant ever since then, and nothing is happening. My period are usually every 28 day and 6-7 days long, but the past 3 periods have been every 30 days, 3-4 days long and v... | miscarraige is a very broad term and a prelimenary advice would be to have your self checked and evaluated with regards to your basic hormonal profile and ovulation study along with if possible tubal testing also. just the complaint that your menstrual cycle has lengthened by 2 days and now it is a 30 day cycle instead... | |
Suggest treatment for umbilical hernia
hello am a 57 year old man who has umbilical hernia done 14yrs ago immediately after the operation I notice that by abdomen was hard and sticking out like I was 9months pregnant. I went back to the surgeon and he said, there was nothing wrong. I went to a plastic surgeon and he s... | Dear thanks for the question. Firstly I would like to inform you that you need to visit general surgeon as your treatment depends on physical examination of the abdomen. If I were your treating surgeon I would have gone for ultrasound scan of your abdomen after thorough examination. It could be recurrence of umbilical ... | |
Chemical burn on face, using a product to darken beard. Itchy and painful. Relief for the symptom?
Hello, I ve received a chemical burn on my face after using Just For Men to try and darken my beard. It s painful and I can not even describe how itchy it is. I went to the clinic today where they have me a steroid and b... | Hi, You seem to have developed a contact irritant reaction to the hair colour. If the treatment suggested is not helping you, either a more potent topical steroid can be used along with better anti histaminic medication or a course of oral steroid can be added to alleviate the symptoms as early as possible. As the cour... | |
Suggest medication for lack of blood circulation in leg causing dark spots
RESPECTED SIR, I AM 85 YEARS OLD. BLOCK SPOOTS IS FOUND AT THE ANCLE OF MY LEFT LEG AND IT IS SPREADING NOW. DOCTOR SAID THAT THERE IS NO BLOOD CIRCULATION AT THE END OF LEFT LEG.THEY GAVE MEDICINES LIKE STILOZ 100 MG ,ECOSPRIN150 MG.NO CHANGE ... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have peripheral vascular disease or dome oyher problem. You should go for doppler study of both leg. You may have some deep vein problems also. Treatment depends on site of block and stage of disease. Go for the testing and take treatm... | |
Missed abortion after IVF, going for FET. Is it wise to go for it ?
I did ivf in January 2012 but after 4 months I had missed abortion and on December 2012,and now had missed abortion and on December 2012 I am going for FET frozen embryo transfer ,my question I am going for FET frozen embryo transfer ,my question to u... | HELLO ANMOL. Well sorry to know that you had missed abortion.But there are many causes of missed abortion after IVF and getting frozen embryo transfer may not solely increase your abortion risks. And as such if you have frozen those embryos, you should use them because going for a fresh cycle will have pretty additiona... | |
What are the symptoms of potential pregnancy?
my frd who is 23 yrs old had a sex wid her bf on 25th last month and her period date is supposed to be 8th this month she still dint get a period(She gets her periods at max 10days late every month) .. Is she pregnant??? If so how can she go for an abortion she is scared ... | I would suggest you not to get worried as you can get a urinary pregnancy test done and further conformation of pregnancy can be done by a lower abdominal ultrasound and then an abortion can be planned | |
Suggest treatment for gallstones
My wife has been diagnosed with 6 gallstones, what are the symptoms and what are the treatments, i.e invasive, fragmentation, diet etc. I call as she is technologically challenged. Her name is Antonina Robson and the following is her email address. I am experimenting here as an app. at... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Your wife having multiple gallstones problem. Gallstone can led cholecystitis like inflammation of gallbladder and so can led attack of abdominal pain and vomiting. If your gallstone is asymptomatic than no further treatment ... | |
Suggest further management for degenerative bone disease
MRI results from 4/27/10 female 46 very active, golf, excerise, etc. Degenerative bone disease first C4-5 fusion 24 yrs old, 2nd 5-6 fusion 45 yrs old. MRI stated L4-5 disk desication w/slight loss of disk space height & minimal generalized posterior disk bulge,... | Hi. Thank you for using hcm. First is all i advise you not to undergo discogram as it is not being done these days. Numbess indicates you are having some amount of nerve root compression. Since your symptoms are recurring and it is high time you consider surgical treatment. So please consult a neurosurgeon and show him... | |
What could cause swallowing difficulty and cough, have asthma and bronchitis?
I have asthma and chronic bronchitis . I have an constant cough all day, everyday . I also have trouble swallowing my saliva. It hurt to swallow it . Sometimes often, I have a lil trouble breathing every time I try to swallow my saliva . It ... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,Your allergic conditions has lead to decreased immunity and has make you more vulnerable for bacterial infection. You may be having secondary bacterial infection which as lead to infection of the throat causing difficulty in swallowing.As you are having bronchitis it has lead to irritation of the m... | |
5 weeks pregnant, constant pain in lower left abdominal area. History of miscarriages, endometriosis. Causes?
i just found out im nearly 5weeks pregnant and have constant sore lower left abdominal area not painful just annoying and there i have had 2 miscarriages and 3 kids before this and a history of endometrosis a ... | thank you. the problem should be taken seriously. the pain may be due to threatened abortion or ectopic pregnancy. other causes(GIT problem,urinary problem) may be responsible but pregnancy related complication should be excluded first. take complete bed rest & go for a USG of lower abdomen. | |
What is the remedy for the chronic pain in the upper abdomen and shoulder blades?
halloI have a chronic pain more than one year in right upper abdomen with right shoulder pain , no triggering with foods. I did a routine blood exam . My ALT level was 120 with normal AST and direct bilirubin was 0.4 . Hepatatis c antige... | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. If I were your treating doctor,I would like to exclude chronic cholecystitis and I suggest doing abdominal ultrasound to asses the condition well.You should receive antispasmodic medication and NSAID WHEN NEEDED. | |
Will testicles grow back to normal size after stopping masturbation? Now this sounds like an odd question however I ve been masturbating for a long time now and I believe that my testicles are shrinking because of it, I was wondering if I stopped masturbating would my testicles grow back to normal size? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Masturbation is harmless method to release sexual tension and enjoyment without risk of any STD. I assure you that it does not harm the body ,any organ or psyche. There is no effect on testis by doing masturbation. So, after ... | |
Meaning of chronic microvascular ischemic change in MRI of brain?
I am a 65 year-old white female who recently had an MRI of the brain. Symptoms include numbness and tingling on the right side of my face, my right hand lower part of the right arm, 2 1/2. weeks in duration so far. The MRI showed chronic microvascular i... | HelloThanks for writing to HCMMicrovascular ischemic changes(decreased blood supply) in brain typically involves small blood vessels.You need monitoring of conditions that lead to ischemic changes like hypertension,altered lipid profile,diabetes mellitus.You need investigations like routine hemogram,RBS,LFT,RFT,Lipid ... | |
What causes dark black circles on the left side in chest x-ray?
I recently went to the chiropractor who took xrays of my chest and there were dark black circles on the left side of my xray. I have had burning sensations on the left side recently and was too afraid to ask my chiropractor what the dark circles meant. Th... | Hi,Thanks for writing to Health Care Magic, I am Dr Asad Riaz, I have closely read your question and I understand your concerns, I will hereby guide you regarding your health related problem.darkness in X-ray mean air..these dark circles due to multiple causes like bullae, dilatation of bronchioles like in obstructive ... | |
Suggest remedy for thoracic scoliosis
my son is 22 yrs old and is suffering from thoraic scoliosis convex on the left side with cobb s angle of 18 degrees and lumbabdegrees. no bone destruction, disc space narrowing or paraspinal ossfications. the gravity line is anterior to S1. what should be the medication to this, ... | Hello,A 18 degree cobs curve is not a matter of worry in scoliosis at age of 22. In our routine OPD we advise physiotherapy in such cases to strengthen the back muscles. A scoliosis of more then 20 -40 degree need surgical interventions. At present physiotherapy and electro-therapy are sufficient for your son as a tre... | |
Q. My dull aching chest pain is shooting while doing physical work. Why?
Hello doctor,I have always had chest pains and pains specifically in my left arm or chest, but right now, I feel like it is difficult to breathe and I have upper left arm pain to my left breast. It is mainly a pressure a dull ache, but now it is ... | Hello. Your chest pains seem to be muscular. Another possibility is of acid reflux that can also cause such kind of illnesses. We should also rule out any cardiac issues in case of chest pains. So, you should get a chest X-ray and ECG done. If the ECG and chest X-ray are normal, the pain is probably muscular or due to ... | |
Suggest treatment for my kids speech problem
Hi I have a 3 1/2 yr old son who has developed this almost tic like feature , he sticks out his tongue and his neck goes up , it happens all day everyday probably 50-60 times a day . I have watched him and he doesnt realize he is even doing this. He has recently started spe... | Hello,If he is not receiving any drug, then it should be evaluated by a neurologist. Please make a short video of the abnormal video and then show to the doctor. I do not think it is due to speech therapy. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Varinder Joshi | |
How can bipolar disorder be treated?
I have been diagnosed as bipolar 11. I was sober for 4 years and mood changes every mini or so! I will feel really ihappy then a rush of feeling doomed. I know my shrink has never had someone like this.I think I m resistant to meds.. We have tried a huge amount of drugs with little... | 1.Get another Psychiatrist opinion 2 Revise Diagnosis 3.Identify factors that were affecting the improvement (Premorbid Personality state, substance use.... drug compliance...) 4.if it is Bipolar you need to take Mood stabilizer regularly for few years Thank you | |
What causes red spots on the cheeks?
Hello, I am a childminder and 2 of the boys in my care have small red spots covering the cheeks of their bottoms. Could this be a sign of worms as I know one of the boys have recently been infected by worms and now I am wondering if it's that or something else. | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic. Skin conditions are best diagnosed only after seeing directly. I suggest you to upload photographs of the same on this website, so that I can guide you scientifically. Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consul... | |
What causes red and warm cheeks in a 2 year old?
Hi, my daughter is 2 years 5 months and has had very red, very warm cheeks all day. She doesn t like it when I touch them but isn t crying or complaining about it. her temperature is also fine and she s eating and drinking ok. Our room temperature is only 11 degrees C s... | Hi...it could be a exanthematous manifestation of a viral illness called exanthem subitum. Therefore I suggest that you consult your pediatrician regarding this.Regards- Dr. Sumanth | |
What causes body tremors while sleeping in a heart patient?
my husband is 84 heart,stroke,and many heart attacks, pt. i notice when he sleeping his stomach is (banging) not his chest when we are in bed sometime it shakes the bed slightly he said this a m he feels it too he is well taken care of healthwise what do you... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.If this is shivering then it could be due to some infection. But, it is mostly followed by fever, even chill condition has the same reason. If fever is not there then it may be nonspecific and may not be indicative of any disea... | |
What causes black deposits on upper surface of my teeth?
I changed my tooth brush from one electric to another. 2-3 weeks later, I am finding black deposits in the upper surface of some teeth. No bleeding from the gums,there is 1 kind of a small blister on upper gum it doesn t bleed either. I cant scrape or brush away... | helloi have gone through your query. you have not mentioned your age.black discolration of teeth can be due to various reasons.do you have any habit of chewing tobacco or smoking.black staining can be due to high iron content in the water.drinking of dark-coloured beverages, such as tea or coffee, result in the food co... | |
What causes red rashes on cheek which is spreading?
My 30 month old son developed a red rash on his right cheek today. It spreads from his nose to his ear. He woke up from his nap with it and it hasn t yet gone away after about 6 hours now. It s hot to the touch but flat (no bumps). He doesn t seem to notice at all. H... | Hi,I feel that your son might be going through a viral illness as he is having slapped cheek appearance. But as the kid is otherwise active you need not worry. But if the rash spreads or if he becomes extremely lethargic, I suggest you take him to the nearest Emergency Room.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know ... | |
Suggest non-pharmacological way to control bradycardia after surgery
I am doing an a assignment on a case study of a female aged 53, whom has just come out of sugery. She has a past history of becoming 'intensly' bradycardic after going under general anaestetic, what are some non-pharmalogical ways to help prevent thi... | It must be transient bradycardia,might be due to effect of anaesthesia or could be due to pain after surgery.For asymptomatic bradycardia no need of any intervention is required. | |
What causes high blood pressure?
I just had a baby 2 months and had high blood pressure..I went to the er two days ago for tooth pain,migraines,lightheaded..My blood pressure was 160/117 They gave me pain meds,blood pressure, and antibotics..why could my blood pressure be so high??I'm only 20 and 5 ft and weight 126 | Hi,Single reading of high BP does not diagnose hypertension. You need to have 3 readings of high BP taken at different time period in a relaxed state. If all 3 are high, than we say that you have hypertension. BP can increase transiently after exercise or stress. So don't worry for now. But you have to measure your BP ... | |
Can non penetrative sex cause pregnancy?
Please help me I'm in dire need of Help recently I was fingering my girlfriend and she was playin with my penis. I removed my hand to fix my penis and then I went back to fingering her. When I went to fix my penis I DID NOT feel anything like precum, she also said she didn't fe... | First of all, I would insist you to relax. Pregnancy is caused when a sperm meets the ovum. So the act as to be done between the 10th and 18th day of the girl's cycle which is the fertile period, else pregnancy is unlikely. Nextly, although without penetrative sex might be possible, it is not without sperms getting in.... | |
What is the treatment for low hemoglobin level in a child?
My GP has just advised us that my 13 year old son has a low haemoglobin level following a routine blood test. They say it is 12.2 when normal range is 13 - 16. He has no other symptoms. We have been asked to visit GP. What couldn this mean, we are very worried... | Hello and welcome to HCM, Low hemoglobin levels suggest anemia. Anemia occurs due to many causes like blood loss, decreased blood production and increased destruction of red blood cells. Thus, further investigations are required to know the cause and type of anemia. Investigations include- red cell indices and peripher... | |
What causes increase in the BP level while on Clofazimine?
My patient is on a Medes called clofazimine since she started taking the pill yesterday I noticed an increase in her blood pressure which just read 184/105. I tried to convince her to go to the emergency but she insist on laying down and think it will go down,... | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your, the given reading of blood pressure is not due to the medicine taken by patient neither it is the emergency but better to monitor the pressure for few days, and in absence of clinical symptoms no needs to worry, neither it is like to see the ER hope this information helps. | |
Can abdominal pain caused by diverticulosis be treated with laxatives?
I have had significant left side abdominal pain for several years with no relief. Have had colonoscopy 3 years ago, ultra sound, c/t scan, MRI, even a spinal tap with no diagnosis. Suffer from chronic constipation that is not relieved byOTC laxativ... | Hi, Extensive diverticulosis is the condition of having extensive bulging sacs on the colon wall. When the sacs are ruptured, they can go infected called diverticulitis. Sometimes, the symptoms of diverticulosis refer to the symptoms of IBS and chronic constipation as in your case. Abdominal pain is also related to div... | |
What is the treatment for ocd?
hi,I am 44 yr old married woman.I weigh 53 kgs and 4 '7 tall.I am suffering from OBBESIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER from past 10 yrs...I had consulted doctors at NIMHANS ,BANGALORE but it didnt work out...From 3 yrs I didnt consult any doctor for this problem as my problem didnt get solved..No... | OCD is one of the common disorder in psychiatric disorders. Normally out of 100 patients 40 is cured and never had disorder again.40 will have to take medicines for long but disorder is under control and live life noraml. 20% generally have sever to resistant OCD.In treatment aspect two issues are main. Regular without... | |
Suggest remedy for panic attack, depression and confused mind
Hello,I had a panic attack about three weeks ago stemmed by the idea of mind control and now, I have been unable to work or go to school. I am concerned about my mental health because I keep questioning reality, everything, whether I am here, what is the m... | HiThanks for using healthcare magicIn depression, sometime, patients get idea of persecution and it is part of it. In your case, idea of control or avoid belief is part of depression. In that case, you need a antidepressant with low dose antipsychotic like aripiprazole. It would help to control such kind of thoughts. B... | |
Lesion in the cerebellum. Do I have cysticercosis or multiple sclerosis?
Dear Dr. Keerthi, my neurologist has found only one lesion in my cerebellum , left side, 9.9 mm in size. He suggested it is possible that I have cysticercosis , but I wonder if these lesions can sometimes be confused with multiple sclerosis lesio... | Hi, Thank you for posting your query. One thing we can be sure of is that you do not have multiple sclerosis (MS). In MS, as per the definition, one should have multiple lesions in various locations. Also, there are certain very specific areas affected in MS such as corpus callousum, peri ventricular areas, etc. Regard... | |
Been experiencing pulse above navel. Hypochondriac and gastritis. Check for Aortic Aneurysm?
Hi I have been experiencing pulse above my navel. one thing about me is that I am a hypochondriac and I also have gastritis . I started noticing the pulse during one of my gastric episodes. have been burping alot too. Dec 201... | Dear friend, welcome to HCM! It is common to have pulsations felt above the navel in thin lean individuals. Since USG was normal, there no worry about the aneurysm. If you are thin and/ or anxious, you may feel pulse of the abdominal aorta easily. Neglect and be happy. Take care and please keep me informed of your prog... | |
Suggest treatment for pneumonia
Good Day. I got my chest x-ray and diagnose that i have a pneumonia, right lower lung. They seen on my chest xray that there is haziness in my right lower lung. Doc, what does it mean? Is there a possibility that the impression is correct or is pneumonia can lead to tuberculosis? Please... | Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM. Tuberculosis is more common in upper lobes and less common in lower lobes. TB bacilli grow more faster and have higher affinity for oxygen. And in lungs, upper lobes have highest oxygen concentration. So Tuberculosis affects upper lobes more. It can affect lower lobes... | |
Is it safe to work with L4/L5 slip?
Hello, I had a spinal fusion in May 2008. (L4/L5) Six months later during physical therapy something happened during a stretch. I have been in pain since. I pain has been increasing. I had an MRI in July that shows an L4/L5 slip. I have not worked since 2007. I was offered a job as ... | Hi, As you had lumbar lecithesis at L4-5 level post trauma during physiotherapy so if the injury is stable which can be decided upon MRI Finding & clinical examination it can be managed conservatively by1) Avoiding bending forward 2) regular physiotherapy 3) warm compression4) Vitamins (methylcobalamine, folic acid e... | |
What causes painful lumps under lower leg?
Good evening This morning I woke up with painful lumps under my skin on my right lower leg (I assumed I'd knocked myself in the night) within a few hours they turned red and got more painful. They also then appeared on my left leg. They are very sensitive to the touch, painfu... | Hi,Good Evening.Thanks for the query to my HCM virtual-CLINIC.I studied your query in-depth.-In my opinion-You are suffering -mostly from-Erythema Nodosum or? Hive-URTICARIA.-Please consult your family doctor instead of your pharmacist freinds,and get special consultation from skin doctor.-This would help you to relive... | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it... | |
Suggest treatment for cancer of ovary and lungs
HI MY AUNT IS DIAGNOSED WITH PLEURAL EFFUSION .SHE IS 69 YRS OLD... ON EXAMINATION OF FLUID IT REVEALED PRESENCE OF METASTATIC MALIGNANT CELLS.. CHANCES ARE CANCER STARTED FROM OVARY AND TRAVELLED UPTO LEVEL OF LUNGS.. MY QUESTION IS WHAT CAN BE DONE AND HOW MUCH IS THE ... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.It is important to know the findings of cancer in ovary that she is having. The CA125 level is also important to know. In patients of cancer ovary with pleural fluid showing metastatic cells indicates that the cancer has spread to other parts of the body and probably she is having stage 4 cance... | |
What causes lump and scab on head?
I have a hard non movable lump on the left side of my head about 2-3 inches from my ear. I also have a scab on the top on my head that I accidentally picked off while bruising my hair that s sore now. I m guessing I got a bug bite or something that caused the scab on top can the two ... | Hi,It seems that there might be having enlarged lymph node behind your ear.This can be due to some scalp infection as you have just now.You might require one antibiotic medicine course for 3-5 days.Consult dermatologist and examined your scalp for nature of infection on the scalp.Ok and take care. | |
Q. Is a rise in lymphocyte along with a bitter taste, upset stomach, and dizziness, normal?
I have been having a bitter taste,upset stomach, dizziness for about a month. A month ago i got labs everything was within normal ranges. My lymphocyte percentage was at 54% a week ago i have the same symptoms and Lymphocyte is... | Hi, Your lymphocyte percentage is not that significant to worry about. Still, it will be more informative if you can upload the full CBC panel for better analysis.. Your symptoms could be acid reflux induced gastritis or due to a stone in the gall bladder We need to investigate more before labelling it as anxiety.. Kin... | |
What could cause raising brows in a repeated manner?
My husband has recently in the past 4 months, raises his eye brows in a repeated fashion. Like several times a minute. Then they relax. Then it happens again, and again. I do not believe he is aware that he is doing this repeatly. I have mentioned it to him on sever... | Hello,Your husband's symptoms are suggestive of ticks. For this reason, I recommend consulting with a neurologist for a physical exam and also checking thyroid hormone levels.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist | |
What is the treatment for blood in semen?
I am 30 yrs old and have been masturbating for many years. recently i experienced blood in my semen. there was no pain or any other symptom. I have just got a urine test done and it shows a minor bacterial infection.please suggest possible cuases and whether it needs further i... | Hi, Take ultrasound pelvis and antibiotics for treatment and test for prostate issue. I hope I have answered your query. If you have further doubts, I would be happy to help you. Happy day.Regards,Dr. S. R. Raveendran, Sexologist | |
Suggest treatment for shortness of breath and reduced blood flow on stress test
Husband has been sick for almost 2 months. He has tests done and has been hospitalized. He is a normally healthy 43 yr old B/M, active and exercises regularly(up until the first of April) he began to experience SOB. He went through the Str... | Hello,I have gone through case history of your husband mentioned in your question.I would like to know whether coronary angiography was done or not?If yes what was report? What was the report of echo cardiogram?If these tests were not done ,you must get them as early as possible.If they are done kindly give me details ... | |
Is it safe for me to take extra 20 mg Adderall?
I have suffered from severe agoraphobia since I was 17. I am adhd and take adderall. I have PTSD which caused the agoraphobia to go out of remission and return , now I take 8 mg klonopin, 60 mg adderall, 600 mg seroquel. I am physically extremely healthy, my blood pressu... | hi dear,for panic with agoraphobia there are several other medication available then amphetamines which works best in panic with agarophobia like SSRI ( selective serotonin re uptake inhibitor ) exp paroxetine, sertraline, etc also SNRI ( serotonin and nor epinephrine re uptake inhibitor ) exp desvenlaflexine, venlafl... | |
Swelling gums with lots of pain
i am 24 years old male have swelling in gums in left down 7th teethfrom last 3 days there is about to grow another teeth in position no 8 wthere is lots of pain what should i do now i am 24 years old male have swelling in gums in left down 7th teeth from last 3 days there is about to gr... | Hi, You have an impacted third molar tooth. The condition is known as pericoronitis. It is an inflammation of the gums around the tooth. You have to get an OPG xray taken and your dentist can identify the actual position of the tooth. If the tooth is angulated it will have to be removed surgically and the problem will ... | |
Should i be concerned for pressure 107/61?
I am a white female, am 47 years old, 6feet tall and weigh 151 lbs. I feel tired. My blood pressure is 107/61 and pulse is 63 beats per min. I am a kayak Eco-tour guide, so I am active. Is this a good pressure or should I be concerned. I had slight chest aches yesterday... | Hello,Thanks for writing to Health Care magic, I am Dr , Muhammad Ahmad , I have read your question closely, I understand your concern and will be helping you with your health related problem.First I will come to your blood pressure and heart beat readings there are well under normal limits and infact perfect for your ... | |
Suggest possible tests to confirm pregnancy
Hello I'm Joel my girlfriend, after having 1 week period delay, took a pregnancy test, which resulted positive. However, 2 weeks later she blood-checked in a hospital and the resulted NOT pregnant. Though her period didn't come yet, I wasn't given any clear answer from the h... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.1. Home pregnancy test is by estimating the beta subunit of hCG in urine. This is positive after 15 days from sex if pregnancy has happened. However there are some limitations when the result can be false positive and pregnancy has not occurred.2. The blood beta subunit of hCG estimation is don... | |
What causes pain in my feet while stretching my muscles?
Hi, I m 51 , average weight & I think in good health. I m a hairdresser so am on my feet a lot....even when I m not working & from the afternoon onwards my legs & feet ache....if I get up in the night or when I get up in the morning the bottom of me feet at very... | Hi...your foot pain is due to strain from your standing..for a long time... your calf muscles..that is the muscles on back of your legs gets tighter resulting in straining your foot muscles making it tighter and shorter as well...reason for your pain in foot after rest is your muscles trying to recover..when the recove... | |
What was the pimple on my scrotum?
I had a pimple on my scrotum that i could not pop for two days. i didn't squeeze it a bunch though as it hurt to do so. however today i finally got it to pop, and an orange instead of white puss came out. it was the same as the normal white puss in a pimple but orange. should i be wo... | HIThis sounds like a small sebaceous cyst which is nothing to worry aboutHave a doctor take a look at it to be sure | |
Will clamydia spread through saliva?
I have recently found out that i have had clamydia for almost 3 years. could i have given it to my son via him thinking its funny to stick his tongue in my mouth when he kisses me, briefly of course, or by playing a game called wind n rain where i spray spit on him and he must try ... | Hello,Chlamdia is a sexually transmitted disease which is transmitted by unprotected vaginal,oral or anal sex.It is not transmitted by casual hug,kissing,saliva,swimming pool or sharing towls.Thanks | |
Q. I have obstructive jaundice with high serum bilirubin and yellowness. Why?
Hello doctor, Obstructive jaundice has been detected. ERCP was done. Serum bilirubin still very high. MRCP report says everything is alright but neither serum bilirubin nor yellowness has got less. | Hi. I have gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. In obstructive jaundice, there is an accumulation of conjugated bilirubin in the body due to obstruction at different levels in the hepatobiliary system which causes yellowish discoloration. ERCP helps in clearing the biliary system... | |
Bleeding after getting IUD. Have vaginal pain. Why is this happening?
Hello I am tiff, I have gotten a iud recently around sep of this year, and i have been bleeding off and on since i have gotten it, its maybe 2 or 3 day bleeding then it stops for a few days. Recently i have been experiencing sharp pains in my vagina... | Hi, It is mandatory that you get a checkup after your first period after the IUD insertion. Thereafter, you may check it up yourself. It is common for bleeding disturbances to occur initially and if the bleeding is heavy or continuous, you should consult your doctor. Also, severe pain needs immediate medical attention.... | |
What causes sudden disorientation of the mind?
Last night at 1:AMmy husband became severely disoriented and confused. He asked repeatedly over several hours, what day is it..? and what do I do all day? and you mean Bob is dead ? You mean Martha now lives in another state and also she is in a nursing home? Who owns the... | Dear, Does he have any stress recently? Does he have any medical problem? Consult a good psychiatrist and give him all details. Follow his advise. Get necessary investigations done. He will be all right. | |
What is the treatment for hodgkin's lymphoma?
Hi my name is samantha and I was diagnosed with hodgkins lyphoma 3 months ago I've done 4 cycles of chemo and it didn't seem to work so now I am going to do radiation I am in need of some radiation oncology help I have masses in my neck chest and under my left armpit I am ... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Usually thick plastic does not interfere with radiation therapy. Also your radiation treatment will be directed to the chest and left armpit and the piercings are going to be on the face. You can have the piercing done provided your blood counts are good and you do not have any infection. The p... | |
Suggest treatment for lump in breast with pain and burning sensation
Hi, I can not explaine what I am feeling..I will start with I had surgery on a small pea size spot, that showed up on a mamo, The spot was behind my breast, more on the chest wall. During the surgery I went into heart palp, and tri jimmy??? (Not sure... | Welcome to Health care magic.1.Your history suggest a lump in the breast earlier and in followup scan another lump of larger size.2.In this case if you are my patient after the mammography findings i would have ask for a ultrasound examination of the breast.3.Ultrasound will help to assess the nature of the lump and so... | |
What should i do as my 13 month old swallowed soap with plastic piece?
Hi, my 13 month old put some soap in her mouth...she also put a small piece of the plastic wrap around the soap in her mouth...I think I got most of it out, and she isn't coughing...should I be worried about choking? She's drinking a bottle of milk... | no...need not worry..... if she isnt choking now...she is fine.....let her eat and drink.... need not worry ....regards |
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