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Is pregnancy possible through dry sex?
Dear Doctor, 3 weeks ago I was having dry sex without condom with my partner. It was the 7th day of her menstrual cycle. There was no intercourse, only clitoral stimulation. I also did not ejaculate. I don t think I released precum either. How big is the risk of pregnancy here? | Hi If you have not inserted your penis need not worry about pregnancy. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. B. Radhakrishnan Nair, OBGYN | |
Q. Kindly explain MR enterography for carcinoma cervix and its management.
Hello doctor, My wife was operated for carcinoma cervix seven years back. No CCRT was given. Four years later, it was relapsed. 22 RT and 5 CT were given. Presently she is under regular follow up. For last two years, she has severe abdomen disc... | Hello. The symptoms and MRI findings are features of radiation-induced fibrosis in the intestine. It is one of the side effects of radiation and is treated by symptomatic treatment as no specific treatment is available and is generally considered benign condition. However sometimes may need surgical correction. For mo... | |
Have chronic tension in upper back, shoulders and neck. Is this herniated disc?
I had a massage for the first time yesterday. I've had chronic tension in my upper back, shoulders and neck. I also have mild scoliosis. This morning I was sitting up in bed, rolled my neck and heard a very loud pop from the base of my nec... | Seems you have sprained,take anti-inflammatory with muscle relaxant and use cervical collar for 7days to avoid movement .go to orthopedist if it doesn't help.Hopefully it should work otherwise you would need MRI scan if pain and radiation to arm does'nt abate | |
What is the treatment for nocturnal emission?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I had night discharge since past 18 years now i am unmarried 33 years of age.problem is that i had dent on left side of penis.it may become right if i use vitamin-e 400 after leaving it it ap... | Hi, It can be caused due to lack of masturbation and sex. Regular exercise, yoga and physical games can help you. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. S. R. Raveendran, Sexologist | |
What causes fluttering in heart after a flu?
I had the flu two weeks ago. I just caught what feels like a mini version. No fever, but I cough and have nasal drip and I'm pretty weak feeling. I'm on the third day of it. I am 34 years old, male. No health issues. I do feel my heart flutter once and while and just feel t... | Hello! Thank you for asking on HCM!Regarding your concern, I would explain that this feeling looks like a paroxysmal cardiac arrhythmia (an episode of atrial fibrillation or flutter, frequent ectopic beats or even ventricular arrhythmia, etc). There is only one way t oconfirm any possible arrhythmic events, by means of... | |
Having stomach pain, given pan 40 and cyclopam. Had vomiting and pain was relieved. Cause?
hi sir,I am narendra. I am having a stomach pain(exactly below the chest bones) yesterday during 1 pm and so without having any meal i had lots of water and after few hours the pain was relieved around 3 pm. after that i am fee... | HELLO NARENDRAHAPPY TO HELP YOU ..,SUDDEN STOMACH PAIN( SPECIALLY IN THE AREA YOU MENTIONED) CAN BE DUE TO GAS, ACIDITY...YES THE DOCTOR PRESCRIBED YOU THE CORRECT MEDICINES FOR THAT..BUT SINCE YOU ARE UNDER HIS TREATMENT I THINK YOU SHOULD TRUST HIM AND TAKE CYCLOPAM. IT IS ANTISPASMODIC DRUG IT WILL REDUCE THE CONTRA... | |
Suggest remedy for persistent chronic cough
My mother was suffering from Chronic Cough for a period of 6 months. She is a Chronic Diabetic and she is having insulin injection. Her age is 66 and her height is 155cms and weight is 60kg. She has labile hypertension. She has been prescribed Dilzem by her Cardiologist and ... | Hi,From the symptoms that you mentioned,it seems that your mother might be having lower respiratory tract infection(COAD/Bronchial asthma/Emphysema).If i were her treating doctor,i would have suggested her to undergo some tests like complete blood count,spirometry,chest x-ray.I would also have liked to rule out the pos... | |
What causes same anti Hbs result after vaccination?
Hi, I got spills of blood last time when I inserted an IV line last September 7, 2012 ! I found out that the patient is HbsAg REACTIVE! I got a Hep Vaccine last 2004 and only got 2 doses! In 2008, I checked my Anti Hbs result and reactive result of >500mIU and last N... | Thanks for your query at HCM!I am Infectious Disease Specialist! I went through your query!Your patient is HBsAg positive that is he is suffering from acute/chronic hepatitis and has viral antigens in blood.When a person gets vaccinated they get antibodies developed. It is successful if the antibody-titer (anti-HBs) is... | |
Sneezing on exposure to dust, allergens, allergic rhinitis. High risk of lung diseases?
hi..i m always experiencing sneezing when i m exposed to dust or any any allergens..i ve consulted a doctor then he told me i m having an allergic rhinitis ...will i have the tendency to develop any lung diseases or any lung condit... | Hello dear... I went through your post in which you have mentioned that you are having Allergic rhinitis. Management includes: 1. Antihistamine preparations, corticosteroids & nasal decongestants to provide symptomatic relief during acute attacks. 2. Montelukast preparations may be used as a maintenance therapy to reli... | |
Suggest tests to diagnose ankylosing spondylitis
I have having trouble with joint pain, flu like systems for over a year now. The doctor suspects ankylosing spondylitis, but x-rays, mri is only showing otesoartritise. My esr was 45, and c- retain is 21 now. I am on 2 meds for inflammation. Is there test that show more... | Hello, Consult a neurologist and go for an MRI scan to diagnose ankylosis spondylitis. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Why am I feeling dizzy ?
when i go to work at a dept store for the last five dayus i get light headed dizzy hot and then cold im a 26 yr old female and i also go pale what could this be from | i should have known this was on here just to get your damn money | |
Q. I have fibromyalgia and chronic back pain. Please help.
Hi doctor, I have fibromyalgia and chronic pain in the lower back. I also have pain in legs. The pain is so severe that I cannot do anything. I can move only inside my house. I step out by using my wheelchair. I have been prescribed with several kinds of analg... | Hi. You have spinal cord compression due to untreated vertebral fracture which causes severe back pain and difficulty in moving your lower limbs. In such cases, MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) is the most diagnostic one, and a neurosurgical consultation is required. Surgery can be done to decompress the spinal cord. I... | |
Copper IUD, thick, white discharge, constipation, gas, fly, leg swelling. Comments?
I had the copper IUD fitted about 3 months ago and I ve grown accustomed to the more extreme periods I now have but for the last day or two, I ve had a really strange, thick, white discharge that is lumpy at times and goes hand in hand... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The thick white discharge if it is associated with a foul smell and itching can be due to a fungal infection. It then needs proper treatment.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? T... | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just coc... | |
What are the treatments for anxiety, depression and being recluse?
Yes thanks! I m noticing that I m becoming more of a recluse ... I take mess for anxiety and depression but I m not finding they r helping with this. I work closely with people during the day and after work I cant wait to get home to climb into my bed ... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. You are not alone. Every human has an affinity to safety. They always wants to be on the safer side. For every one, home is heaven and whenever possible they retreat to their heaven and be in a peaceful state. That is pretty no... | |
How could the doctor have mis-diagnosed idiopathic cryoglobulinemia for glomerulonephritis membranoproliferative?
My sister was told she has idiopathic cryoglobulinemia. She has been treated for 9 months for glomerulonephritis membranoproliferative. How could they have mis-diagnosed this? She was on cancer & steriods ... | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, misdiagnosed is happens some time because doctor is after all human beings, it is not the single factor that cause this and it is not possible to discuss it here if this is the chronic renal condition then it can be well manageable even it not cured hope this infor... | |
Does kidney damage cause thirst?
i have had anorexia/bulimia for just over 2 years , throwing up 4-6 times a day, i lose my colour in eyes doctors dont no why that is yet, i have damgerd my kidneys so they wont hold potassium any more so im on 16 tablets a day, how long does your body take to geting to work probly aga... | Probably you are suffering from a condition called polyuria where excessive urination leads to fluid loss and thus you feels more thirsty. You may be suffering from a condition called diabetes ibsipidus which is different from sugar. Consult good endocrinologist for further management. In the long run it won't hurt yo... | |
Where can I take treatment for imbalance in my legs?
i was attached with TB in 1984 & again it relapsed in 2011, I have taken 6months treatment . My throat coughing & occational fever still remains. After taking penicillin I have develioped imbalance in my legs . What treatment & where can i take my treatment | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.Imbalance in the leg after a TB can be serious it requires a CT and MRI of the spine to rule out any lesion in the area.TB won't be treated with the penicillin. TB requires a combinati... | |
Heavy drinker having a lesion on the liver. Severe abdominal pain, diarrhea. Any suggestions?
My husband is a heavy drinker and they just discovered a lesion on his liver and he has an apointment in a couple weeks with the gastro dr . But he is having another problem we thought he had hemorrhoids but its been a yr and... | Hi, thanks for writing in HCM. The investigation of choice for your husband would be a double contrast Ct of the abdomen. This will help in picking up the exact lesion. In addition he needs to undergo a detailed evaluation of the liver function as well as pancreatic function. Pancreatic insufficiency can lead to loose ... | |
Will the indent seen in the middle of the bump caused by a hit remain as a permanent mark?
My toddler (22 mos. At the time)hit her head on the corner of the coffee table. She had a huge bump with an indent in the middle of the bump. The bumped healed after a week but its been 2 months and she still has a dent about an... | Hi...sometimes this can happen when the upper table of the skull bone is indented and this any remain like that. But this can be told with 100% surety only after a physician palpates the area and confirms the indentation is from the bone. The other option is a CT scan of the skull with 3D reconstruction imaging of the ... | |
Suggest treatment for hyper-activeness in children
I have an 11 year old grandson that is always tired and grouchy. He acts childish at times and almost hyperactive. He can calm down when he is involved in a project such as building a Lego kit. Today about 5:00 he fell asleep and when he woke about an hour and 1/2 lat... | DearWelcome to HCMWe understand your concernsI went through your details. The given symptoms do not warrant hyper activity. Tiredness and grouchy symptoms are not regarded to be part of hyperactivity. Being hyperactive at times is also not hyperactivity. Another thing to note is he is attentive, calm and involved when ... | |
Suffering from cirrhosis of liver with splenomegaly and ascites, swelling in stomach and legs. Solution?
i am suffering from cirrhosis of liver with splenomegaly and ascites ...can i get some solutions for this..??? i used to drink 1 liter of alcohol per day aprrox.....i am drinking form past 25 years... my legs n sto... | Hello, nisha, I am sorry that your drinking problem caused significant damage to your liver. Yours is an advanced stage of liver disease with cirrhosis and also what is called "Portal Hypertension" which is the reason for build of fluid in the belly and also legs. You need to have a complete blood examination including... | |
What alternative medicines can be given to treat wilsons disease ?
My son ajay singh age 16 years diagonist wilson s disease and D pencillamine giving from last 7 years but he can t speak and right hand movement. please give the details. | 1. Wilson disease (Heapto lenticular degeneration) is an autosomal recessive trait, thus he might have received one gene from each parent (Gene Mutation) 2. you haven't mentioned about the Copper level? (serum as well as urine) 3. when copper is unable to excrete (as in this case) it start getting accumulating and tha ... | |
Q. I am on low carb, high-fat diet to lose weight. How much calorie intake is ideal?
Hi doctor, I am currently on a low carb, high-fat diet to lose weight. How much of a calorie deficit do I need to accomplish weight loss, decrease body fat percentage more than muscle mass? | Hi. Your BMI is 23 which is near normal, it might be with muscle mass or fat content. I need to evaluate still and need details for proper nutritional assessment to provide a correct advice. According to WHO (world health organization), you need 2000 kcal /day. For most people, a calorie deficit of 500 calories per day... | |
Are Rifampin, Isoniazid, Ethambutol, Pyridoxine and Pyrazinamide intake recommended for a diabetic?
My mother is diabetic and his doctor prescribe her rifampin, isoniazid, ethambutol pyridoxine and pyazinamide. Now she tells me when she takes the medication she gets dizzy and her urine is orange red. Should she be tak... | The medicines you mentioned are anti tubercular drugs. They have probably been started because she has tuberculosis. They should be continued.Urine turning orange to red is a side effect of rifampicin. It causes no harm as such. In fact all bodily secretions including tears can change colour on rifampicin treatment. Th... | |
Paralysis, small ischemic foci in deep periventricular white matter, unable to walk. Taking glimiperide. What is the effective treatment?
Hi, my father has lfet side paralysis , in MRI report it is said, Small Ischemic foci in deep periventicular white matter , he unable to walk, he usually walks with the help of othe... | Hi, Treatment of stroke and chances of recovery depends on the size of stroke and the duration of complaints. Presuming you meant the small ischemic foci is on the right cerebral hemisphere, the affected brain is not huge and prognosis is good. If his complaints are recent one and my presumption is right, then he shou... | |
What causes soreness in legs of a 2 year old after bowels?
My two year old daughter is crying and saying her legs are sore after doing a poo in the toilet. This has been happening for over a week now. She crystal her legs are sore and won t stand up. Sometimes it lasts under a minute sometimes a few minutes. Could you... | Hi..this could happen in some kids after they stay put in the same position in loo for a long time. This happens due to temporary decrease in blood supply to certain parts of the body especially legs and will get relieved in few minutes after changing the position and the best way is to avoid keeping the legs in the sa... | |
What should be done to restore breathing in a pneumonia child?
My 5 year old was diagnosed with pneomonia this morning. They gave her a nebulizer treatment at the clinic, and sent her home with anitbiotics and cough medicine. Is there anything else I can do to help her breathing? I was thinking a humidifier, but shoul... | feed him with Luke warm food, luke warm water. he develops cough, Fever or cold take him to near hospital. give medications properly. he is blue or cyanotic then also reach near hospital | |
How to treat dog bite?
Hi i was bit by my pet and i have taken 4 dosage of rabipur injection 0,3,7,14 and the 5th dosage of anti rabies is pending and again i was bit yesterday by my pet and the bite area is just like a small scratch which we get from metal trash or so my query is that should i undergo a full dosage o... | Hello, Thank you for your contact to health care magic. I understand your concern. If I am your doctor I suggest you that you have taken the 4 doses of rabipur regularly so you have developed immunity against it. There is no need to take the complete rabies schedule again. You can take the fifth dose of rabipur and you... | |
Can taking Norethindrone acetate 5mg tablet control FSH levels?
I recently had an FSH test and the level was quite high at 40. I am only 37 so i am wondering if it is possible that the following: NORETHINDRONE ACETATE 5MG TABLET could have caused the abnormally high reading?? I just finished taking it a few days befor... | hiTypically, FSH levels begin to rise naturally about 10 years before a woman enters menopause, and postmenopausal women may have levels of FSH that fall between 25.8 and 134.8 mIU/ml . | |
Suggest remedy for stones in gallbladder
I have had 2 major gallbladder attacks. I had ultrasound today. Results will be back in 2 days but the lady who performed the test said my answers should be more clear then. I got the impression I have gallstones. I m sure they will want to do surgery to remove the gallbladder.... | Hello,Welcome to Healthcare Magic.Certain home treatments are available.Please follow them.1. Half glass hot water and half pear juice with added 1 spoon honey, drink 3 times a day.2. Full glass apple juice with half spoon vinegar, drink i glass daily.3. Put milk thistle leaves and seeds in the muslin bag. Place this b... | |
How to control masturbation?
i a m nineteen years old .i do hand practice two to three times in a week.have any problame do this. what the harmful effect cause bb this. if it is done in a control way then ithink that it will not create prblame for us,give me some idea about this. | Hello Thanks for writing to HCMMasturbation is normally practiced by many persons but its obsession is bad.Two to three times in a week can be taken as normal.There are no side effects associated with occasional masturbation.You should avoid provocative literature and videos and try to keep busy yourself in your job.Ho... | |
Suffering from sneezing and mucus coming out of it. Noticed blood. What could be the reason?
I have been sneezing for a month or more now. It happens a couple of times a day, a strong sneezing with mucus and liquid coming out of it. I have noticed blood in few cases. I have an ache in my face, yes, all the parts of my... | Hi, Thanks for using the HCM. You are suffering from sinusitis. Its an inflammatory condition. So kindly consult your physician to get proper antibiotic, anti inflammatory drugs. You can start doing salt water gargle three times a day and steam inhalation twice daily. Hope I have answered your query. If you have any fu... | |
Fever, loose motions. Ultrasound shows features of colitis, grade2 fatty liver, ascending colon. Conclusion and diet?
My husband had fever and loose motions 3 days ago. When we consulted the dotors he asked him to go for ultrasound. The results were - Features of Colitis anf Fatty Liver Grade 2, Mild diffuse wall thic... | Hi, Welcome to HCM After going through history most likely he suffered a infection by amoeba or bacteria,but colitis it may be chronic and thickning of cecum makes to suspect other diseases like TB and Malignancy. Another thing is Fatty liver common causes are Diabetes,Obesity,High Cholesterol level and Alcohol consump... | |
Should i take an extra pill of 'logynon' if i had diarrhea?
Hello i am on logynon but had diarrehia 2 days ago do i take an extra pill for the day that i was ill from my other packet and then carry on as normal? i havent had sex yet as was on my period so im not to worried but just dont know weather i have to replace ... | Hello and I hope I can help you today.You do not need to take an additional birth control pill because of diarrhea. Diarrhea may make you lose water, but it does not wash out medication you have taken. The only situation where you need to replace a pill is if you vomited within a few hours of taking it.So you can go ... | |
Sore back, pulsating pain in lower rib area, discomfort. Any ideas?
Out of the blue I ve been experiencing a sore back on my left side and sharp pulsating pains/spasms in my lower left rib area. I really dont know what it is from as one moment I was fine and a few seconds later it was there and has lasted for a few da... | Hello, Thanks for writing to usThe pain at the bottom of the rib cage on the left side could be due to a renal infection or a stone if the pain does not seem to be muscular in nature. This can be ruled out after getting an ultrasound scan done.If the pain is aggravated with deep breathing or coughing then a rib injury ... | |
Suggest treatment for vomiting with high BP and fatigue
My husband came home yesterday and began to vomit, anything he ate he vomit. He feels very dizzy and I took his blood pressure and it was 178/98. He slept thru the night, but this morning after he had a tea he began vomiting again. He says nothing hurts in his st... | Hello there I read through your question and can understand your concern. It seems to me that your husband's symptoms are due to sudden increase in BP. Is he on any antihypertensive s? I would suggest you to get his BP regularly checked and if it is consistently on the higher side he needs to be put on antihypertensive... | |
How do you treat a bruised forearm?
72 yr old male....while doing yardwork, received minor scratches and scapes on both forearms, resulting in small, medium to large bruises. It s happened before and bruising went away, but today have rather large bruise approx. 2 1/2 in long X 1 1/2 to 2 in width....my wife (RN for 5... | Hello, Bruises are nothing but a condition of blood underneath your skin and subcutaneous tissues. Nothing much to worry and it will settle by itself in one or two days.As a first line of management you can apply ice-packs for symptomatic relief.Generally it will settle in couple of days and you can consult a physician... | |
What causes inability to conceive in person with good health?
My husband and I have been ttc for 3 years. I am 25 years old, I don't drink or smoke(neither does he), I am 5'7 and 175lbs....I have regular periods but they are very painful each month. I'm not sure what other info you could use to determine it...We have ... | Hi,I read your query and I understand your concerns.Following is my reply:1) You need to get your semen analysis done.2) Your wife needs to get HSG test done.Let me know if you have anymore questions.Regards,Dr. Mahesh Koregol | |
Chronic kidney disease, colostomy, colitis, diviticular disease, colon problems. Cure for symptoms?
Hi, I am 74yrs old and have been told I have chronic kidney disease level four. I also have a colostomy and various related prolems with this which started with diviticular disease. I also am suffering diversion coli... | Namaste Welcome to Healthcare-Magic Greetings of the day You have to decrease and phosphate and salt intake. Daily wash of colostomy with water can help in reducing stoma diverticulitis. Take care Regards | |
Is x-ray suggested for radiating chest pain with a Hodgkin's history?
Chest pain in center of chest...now has moved to my back upper right side...right shoulder and at the base of my ribs on right side... Also, hurst quite a bit when i sneeze... I have just come off Champix and have a history of Hodgkin's Lymphoma (un... | Hi thanks for asking question.According to history you Hodgkin lymphoma history .Now you have pain at chest and shoulder.Although you are treated possibility of metastasis has to be thought.For that yes x ray can be done.But if x ray picture not clear then CT scan or bone scan like investigation done to search for meta... | |
Does fucudin antibiotic cream cure acne and scars?
Hi doctor, Am 30 yrs old . Due to harmones i have acne on my face sumtimes it seems to be clear, and after sumtime it cums again. And I have darks acne spots on my face. Does the fucudin antibiotic cream cures the acne + scars. Orlese what shud I do | Hello, Fuscidin cream is used to treat acne. Apply the cream or ointment to the infected area of skin three or four times a day. This cream should be used for 7 to 10 days. Wash your hands before applying the cream. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi... | |
Suggest remedy for itchy red blotches on the cheek and hands
I have red blotches that itch and have appeared on my left cheek and back of left hand, also on the back of my right hand and another on my right fore arm. In addition to these spots that are red, round and itch, my lips were also swollen when I got up this ... | Hi, You seem to suffer from urticaria. Consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. There may be some triggering factor. Try to find out. It may be some dietary factors like seafood eggs, cows milk, soy protein, banana, fermented food or some contactants like pollens, wool, dust, soap, inse... | |
How to treat post nasal drip in babies?
hi, my 16 month old boy is having a Post Nasal Drip Since April 21, 2012 until now. He was prescribed to take Ceterizine for 2 weeks but still no improvement. May 19 his coughing start. He was prescribed to take celestamine for 7 days but still no improvement.. What should be th... | There is no requirement of treatment. If disturbing his or her sleep then go for antihistamines at night time and go for nativity mini drops 1drop thrice a day x 5days.you will definitely get result. | |
What causes irregular heart beat in children?
My very athletic 16 yr old daughter has had a heart monitor on for 2 weeks. She s just been told she has an irregular heart beat, we are waiting for further tests...full head mri, ct scan, ecg. She has low blood pressure and low iron. She s been passing out 3X in 1 week an... | Hello!Welcome on HCM!I carefully passed through your question and would explain that her symptoms seem to be related to chronic anemia. Nevertheless, other possible causes should be excluded too: - cardiomyopathy- thyroid dysfunction- electrolyte dysfunction, etc..That is why I would recommend performing further tests:... | |
Suggest treatment for pleurisy pain
Yes, I have had Pleurisy pains for several days after being outside in the cold & rain at Christmas time by traveling to TX. They have kept me awake, now this morning I could barely get out off bed or take a deep breath. It hurts in both lungs, normally in the left one but this time... | Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. Yes, you should definitely consult doctor and get done chest x ray. Becayse pneumonia appears more in your case.Pneumonia cause inflammation of pleura and it is known as pleurisy. So the treatment of pneumonia should be started to... | |
What causes vomiting of mucous several times in a day?
Our 6 month old son has a lot of mucous draining. When he sleeps he gargles in it. He has vomited clear mucous several times today. We have seen 2 pediatricians for this now over a three month period. We are using a cool mist humidifier and saline drops. He got be... | Hi Dear Welcome to the HCM,Please get him checked for some tracheoeosophagial/tracheopharyngial malformation by the pediatric pulmonologist.Hope the query is answered.Thanks | |
On birth control pills, took nordette after unprotected sex. Is it dangerous?
Hi. My girlfriend and I had sex december 13. but the condom broke and i wasn t aware when I came inside of her. she usually takes birth control pills. one month ago, she stopped taking the rest of her pack, because she missed a few already. ... | Hi,Your notes are very clear. So it is very easy to answer.If she has been taking birth control pills regularly as per the instructions then it is > 99% effective in preventing pregnancy. There was no need to take Nordette. Since you have taken Nordette too The chances of pregnancy are almost nil.Taking Nordette on top... | |
Why do i have problem while urinating and always have the urge to urinate ?
I am having trouble urinating, it feels like i have to go very bad but when i try it only trickles, with alot of pain have to strain to go very little bit | Thanks for the query Looks like u have a urinary tract infection, enlarges prostate also has the same problem but it is only seen after 65 yeears of age. Get yourself a urine test. To relieve u of symotims try syp citraalka 15mf thrice daily. Meet your physician Have a healthy living | |
Suggest remedy for fever and back pain
my father age is 72 year he is suffering from fever from 10 days and after taking tab gramoceff , troupan -d but fever is not fever is near about 100 we take test fro IgA/impression: Equivocal IgG 227.50 IgM is 0.67 my father past is he is suffering some back pain within one mont... | You have asked about tuberculosis but you have not mentioned much in details about that. So if your father is suffering from tuberculosis than you have to put him on anti-tuberculous drug after consulting the chest physician. As far as fever is concerned it is because of tuberculosis and if not like due to that than si... | |
What is the remedy for congenital back problems with arthritis when on hydrocodone?
My wife is a 79 year old white female with congenital back problems and multiple problems with her shoulders, legs, knees, hands all associated with arthritis. She has had several surgeries over the years, shoulder replacement, knee su... | No need to change the doctor. physiotherapy would be the right choice, if her general condition is good, she can take alternate hot and cold water bath below the shower once in the morning and once in the evening. walking for 10 minutes once in the morning and once in the evening. simple breathing exercises like prana... | |
How can high fever in a child despite giving Crocin syrup thrice be treated?
Hi, my son is 3 yr 10 months, having high fever (beteen 102 to 103) for last 12 hrs, I have given Crosin syrup thrice but fever comes down a little bit only that too for sometime only, I am giving sponge as well to reduce fever, what else I c... | for high grade fever ...please give proper dosage of paracetamol ...dosage is 15 mg per kg and for ur child dose will be approx 7 ml of syrup vrocin containing paracetamol 125 mg per 5 ml and dosage to be repeated exactly 8 ...if this does not work give it 6 hourly ..and if still no effect den in place of syrup crocin... | |
Suggest treatment for cough with blood
this past week i have been feeling tired with no energy. I just quit smoking because i cough up a little bit of blood and it scared me. i haven't had any appitite and feel like i have to clear my throat every five minutes but dont have a produtive cough.i just went to the emergen... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. You had hemoptysis (blood in sputum). And in smokers, hemoptysis is commonly seen with bronchitis. No need to worry for lung infection or tuberculosis as your chest x ray is normal. Tiredness, continuous coughing, hemoptysis etc are commonly s... | |
What is the treatment for hairy tongue?
Hi Does minoxidil 2% works for woman? Im 21 and all i wanna know is why it works for some people while causes hair loss for others? How do i know if its the right product for me? I have pretty hair but its thinning due to styling every single day!!!! | Hello, Thanks for your query.Practicing good oral hygiene is the best way to treat black hairy tongue. Gently clean his mouth twice a day with a soft cloth. Also, clean his tongue. Keep his mouth clean. Go to doctor or dentist if the problem doesn't get better on its own. Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics or an ant... | |
What causes lip and neck shivering in cancer patient?
Hi My father suffered from Stomach Cancer last year....gone through the stomach surgery & Chemo and Radio therapies. Its almost 8-9 months after the full treatment. Now we are facing the complaints of wait loss, Blood count getting down along with the shivering in ... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Chemotherapy and radiation therapy can have unavoidable side effects. These medicines are given because they are life saving and benefit of taking is higher than risk of side effects. These medicines can get cytotoxic to the nervous system. This way it can affect the movements of lips and head ... | |
Suggest treatment for stomach pain and cramping
My 3 yr old son has upper stomach pain and cramping, no fever. His stools are soft and full of white jelly like strings. We had the Dr out last night and she says it's a flu. He woke up this morning, got up, got all sweaty, limp and pale. I was in the other room so I... | Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history. Since there is softness and white jelly like strings and now associated problem that he becamesweaty, limp and pale, this is highly suggestive of an intestinal infection. This is the reason he is not eating.Dehydration increases the thirst automatically. I would advise... | |
What causes elevated metamyelocytes in CBC?
Hi Doctor. I had a cbc with differential/platelet. Among a lot of things that show. My hematologist doctor is concerned about my Metamyelocyes being 3 which is high and myelocytes 3 which is high also. This is new to my every 3 month check do to low platelets which are ... | Hi,Have you done a bone marrow study for the low platelets and what was the result? Has your doctor detected any enlargement of liver or spleen? Have you taken medicines like steroids recently? All these have bearing on your CBC report. Do get back on these. | |
What causes an increase in crp level?
Hi, my sister got a new baby girl, she is 8 days old today. 2 hours after born, he had high CRP lever (doctor say 7 mg/L and normal lever for baby is 5 mg/L). Then she placed on perinatology room, they took some tests, and then doctors started antibiotics. 1st antibiotics given to... | Thank you for posting on HCMCRP level is indication of marker of underlying infection / inflammation.In newborn babies high CRP level needs investigations - septic screen & doctor has correctly started antibiotics empirically pending test results.Ideally the antibiotics baby has been given would help to bring down leve... | |
How to treat multiple stones in gall bladder?
my father age 50 suffered from acute abdominal pain a week ago. admitted in hospital. gall stone and pancreatis. is the situation worse. USG report of whole abdomen are as under GALL BLADDER - is well distented multiple stones are seen. PANCREASE - is mildly swollen. SERUM... | Hi and welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thank you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can.The best solution is surgical removal of galbladder and this should be done ASAP since some serious consequances may occur such as pancreatitis. Also, you need to avoid... | |
Mental fatigue, tension and headache, thin semen, feels anxiety, hallucination, tired. Suggestion?
hi i am rakesh i have a problem of mental fatigue tension and headache sometime i feel anxiety and i noticed my semen is now very thin.sometime i feel hallucination i think its due to lack of rest and sleep. when i try t... | hi..you should visit a psychiatrist now as seemingly you are in depression..lack of sleep, fatigue and anxiety are signs of it..this discharge of thin semen is due to your assumption that you are getting weaker day by day which is again a symptom of depression..you may need a few blood test also to confirm any precipit... | |
Does intake of Clonamox help in treating tooth ache?
I have a tooth out it did not come out is the mouth is very soar and I have sore thoat. I feel i am bruises in side. There was only a little piece of tooth left from back 30 years. I have clonamox 500 mg from anothervisit i am in so much paid if am taking them. will... | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of toothache after incomplete tooth extraction seems to be due to due to bacteremia and septicemia as chances of residual infection are there.Need not to worry. I would suggest you to consult an oral and maxillofacial surgeon once an... | |
Anal region pain. Stools thin, broken. Prescribed Thankgod gel, lignocian gel, sitcom. Safe medication? Colon cancer?
Hi, I am Amit. Since last one week I am suffering from pain in anal region. Stools are thin and broken. No other complaints like nausea, stomach ache, heart-burn, loose motion etc. Family doc has presc... | Hi, Do not think about colon cancer because colon cancer never presents like that. The symptoms are most likely of anal fissure. Get yourself examined by a general surgeon. Simple clinical examination can clinch the diagnosis. Do not worry at all. The medication you are taking right now can be continued. | |
Recurrent swollen lump in throat after tongue piercing, sore to touch, numbness in teeth. Remedy?
I had my tongue pierced about 8 months ago and a swollen lump has appered in my throat it is really sore i went to the doctora about 5 months ago and they said its nothing and should take ibrufufen. I took it out afrlter ... | hello and welcome to hcm forum, I would be glad to answer your query, first of all i would like to inform you that tongue piercing is not at all related to your tooth. but infection following tongue piercing can cause numbness of the tongue , sometimes infection becomes widespread causing sore throat, fever ,weakness, ... | |
What causes severe head and tooth ache?
Hi...a few years bck..I had rct...n filling of one tooth side by it...till now I had occasional toothache. ..which automatically gets subsided on its own. .but since 2 days..I have mild toothache. ...which is very mild..n moreover it is at night while sleeping but since yesterda... | Hi..Can understand your concern..As per your complain pain in a root canal treated tooth is due to infection below the root tips of the tooth..When the infection is mild there is some amount of pain and the body's immunity plays its role to wall off the infection and cure..When the infection increases there is Abscess ... | |
What causes tearing in the penis during intercourse?
My husband is uncircumcised. And lately he has been having a problem with tearing during intercourse and swelling of his foreskin. He works out a lot and I don't feel he replenishes his fluid the way he should. Could this be the issue causing the problem. | Hi, The fluid removal doesn't have any connection with a tear in penis foreskin. He should avoid sexual activity until that tear heals. He can be prescribed anti-inflammatory medication. No other treatment needed for that. Lubricant jelly can be used to prevent further damage to the foreskin. Hope I have answered your ... | |
How to treat lump in my wife s head?
Good Evening Doc, I have a question concerning a lump in my wife s head, she has had it since she was young and now that she gotten older it has bothered her..... When she fill pressure she pushes on it like a pimpo and white stuff comes out and then she fills better but then it co... | Hi ! Good afternoon. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.From the history of something white coming out on pressure points to the tentative diagnosis of a benign sebaceous cyst of the scalp. I would suggest you to consult a general surgeon in your area who might advise your wife for a excision biopsy for a definitive ... | |
Suggest bruise and pain on the tibia
My 11 y.o. son tripped on the playground 1-2 weeks ago, and hit his tibia pretty hard. While the bruising is resolving with compression worn constantly, the lump remains. The bump is 3-4 cm diam, and 0.5 cm raised. Direct pressure to the bump elicits pain (6-7/10), but otherwise he... | Hello, The symptoms of your son seem to be related to the injury. The bump is caused by local inflammation. I suggest using cold compresses and a light bandage. I also suggest using Tylenol for the pain. In my opinion the X-ray is needed to exclude a fracture. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assis... | |
Q. What could cause brown vaginal discharge?
Hi doctor, I am a married, 27 year old female. For the last two months, my cycle was like 35-36 days cycle. Now for the past two days, I am having brown color discharge from the vagina, but not always. I had intercourse until 10 days back. What could be the reason for this ... | Hi. I understood your problem. It seems that you are suffering from hormonal imbalance. Did you recently take any new medication? Or are you undergoing any stress which can cause this? It does not seem like a pregnancy issue as that would not cause a brown discharge so early. Besides it is highly unlikely to get pregna... | |
What is the remedy for knee pain after an injury?
I hit the dead center of my knee cap about as hard as you could imagine hitting it against the edge of a metal door frame at work. I can barely walk, my knee is swollen and hot to touch and pain is unbearable in my knee when I bend or unbend my leg.What could I have do... | Dear Friend.. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I understand your concern.I would advise you following :1. A pain killer with anti inflammatory action like Tab Zynase D twice a day for 5 days.2. Volini gel locally 3-4 times a day3. Hot fomentation.I suppose you will get relief by this.But an Xray / MRI is advisable to see for a... | |
Q. I always get red painful acne before a week of my periods. Is it because of hormonal imbalance?
Hi doctor, I am 25 years old, and I always have breakouts before a week of my periods. I think it is a hormonal imbalance. I get big, red, and painful acne around my jawline and lower cheek, and I have a high testosteron... | Hi. Based on your symptoms, the diagnosis is acne vulgaris (grade 2). Do not apply Mometasone cream over the face, as it is a steroid cream. Please get an ultrasound of the abdomen and pelvis during the second and third days of the menstrual cycle to rule out PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease). I would suggest: Consult ... | |
Episode of tingling in hands and feet with pressure and warmness in head, hot flashes during a bout of itch or stat of hunger. Panic attack?
Hi, I m 23 yrs old and I have been expierencing tingling in feet and hands on a dime. Not the kind where they fall asleep. Also my head feels hot (inside) as rediculous as it sou... | yes it is panic disorder. consult a psychatrist. take tab librium. one tablet in night. your symptoms will be reduced. | |
Does prolonged usage of pills cause complications in conception ?
helo, i m 28 n my huby 31 n height is 5.3 n weight 69 ,wana ask dat i had aviod my previous pregnancy by doctor through pills had heavy 15 days bleeding its on sep 2010, n now its six month wdout using any protection stil m unble to get pregnant ,now i ... | hello thanx for helthcare magic well i dont think any abnormality...u dont worry everything will be fine soon and some days upper or lower doesnt matter...still u feeel u can contact any gynaecologist but i think ur fine ..n period disturbances there are other causes as well those will be ruled out by gynaecologist | |
What are the future complication in the fetus with 50% kidney functioning?
Hi, My daughter has just come back from a 31 week scan,as the baby was observed at 20 weeks to have a blockage of the bladder.She has been told the kidneys have 100% function in one and 50% in the other,the amniotic fluid level has been fine al... | Dear parent,This condition is called antenatal hydronephrosis.In this case a ultrasound scan should be done after birth and if there is a blockage if it's removed then the function of kidney would improve.As far as the survival is considered,child will grow well and have normal life span even with one kidney.Since one ... | |
Lump in throat that moves. Why are there sharp pains? Sinus allergy symptom?
Hi i just noticed today that i have a small lump in the front of my throat and it moves around when i touch it i also at times have sharp pains in my throat. I just recently had sinus , allergy and asthma problems and a persistent cough for t... | eyour allergies have increased after sometimes medicines start loosing control disease and allergy increases you are taking medicine for asthma and the sinusesthe sinuses become infected and there is pstnasal drip of infectedc material in throat and chronic discharge leads to reactive enlargement of llymph nodewhich ... | |
What to do for rashes appearing in hand in few min and return to normal.
The other day, my hands suddenly felt very hot and tingly. I looked down at them, and there was this splotchy orangeish rash all over the tops of my fingers and sides of my hands, and the most distal part of the top of my hands. my palms and the ... | Hello, I have gone through your query and it seems to be urticaria. It is an allergic reaction which has multiple causes. I would recommend you to take antihistaminic like tablet Cetrizine once daily for a few days. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Asmeet K... | |
What causes a painful knot on the forehead?
A knot suddenly appeared on my friend s forehead and it was painful. A retired nurse stated that he could lance (or burst it) by using a warm towel and sanitizing a sewing needle. He did just so, but stated that puss and blood came out. It is still hurting. Is he in danger o... | Hello!I read your question and understand your concern.I think that has been infection, probably an abscess. It was wrong to lance it in that way, because it can cause further infection to the face spreading to the brain. I recommend to start antibiotics to fight infection.Hope to have been helpful!Thank you for using ... | |
Have back pain after a fall. Had sweating and headache that time. What to do for this?
I landed on my lower back about 6 Days ago on a very hard floor. At first It hurted alot, i could barely breathe and i lied down compeletely still to wait the pain out. Then about an half an hour later, I started sweating and I got ... | Hello, Welcome at HCM. I have read complete details of your question. It looks from your details that you had a history of fall & having pain at your back & head. If this pain is still persisting & of severe nature then this can be a fracture. You should not ignore & should have a x ray of concerned part. Till then you... | |
How to cure pain on the right lower side of the rib cage?
I recently had an abdominal ultrasound as I have been having sharp pains on the left side below my rib cage and in my back. When they did the exam the right hand side was so painful I could have cried. They kept saying that you cannot see the bowel on an ultras... | Thanks for your question on HCM.No it is not normal to have pain on right lower rib cage. We need to rule out pulmonary cause first. Causes are1. Pleural effusion2. Pneumonia3. Pulmonary contusion4. Musculoskeletal pain.So better to get done chest x ray to rule out above causes.If x ray is normal than your symptoms ar... | |
Suggest complications with small penis size
Hello Doctor,I am working in an MNC company,male,my age is 25 and staying in chennai,Tamilnadu...My parents are forcing to get marry now,but i got some fear.My pennis is small in length so i am getting fear to get marry because in future i should not get any family problem..... | Hello,The achievement of climax during sexual intercourse is more important rather than length of penis. The initial few centimeter of vagina is sensitive during intercourse and getting pleasure.So don't worry about length of penis. There is no medicine to increase length of penis. Hope I have answered your question. L... | |
Suggest suitable medication for hair fall
Dear Sir, I have a problem of hairfall. My age is 24yrs, height 5'5'', weight is 68kg and i am under treatment. I have consult one skin specialist and he suggest me to take following medicines Dr.Reddy's Finax 1mg tabletAbott Follihair tabletCipla Tugain 10% solutionIntas Foli... | "Hi!Welcome to Healthcaremagic. com.I have read your query in detail and do understand your concern.You should continue using these medicines.Minoxidil shows best results after 4-6 weeks usage.Hairfall will slowly settle down with continued usageHope this helps!Good luck!" | |
Diagnosed with dermatographism, bumps in throat, have GERD. Suggest?
Hi! I am a 37 year old female, 5 7, good physical condition (all normal blood panel results) and have been diagnosed with dermatographism. I have had a feeling of cotton balls in the very back of my throat since july and have seen 3 ent s, an allergi... | Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for asking a question to H.C.M.Forum. Dermatographism is itchy bulges on the skin due to pressure on the skin of cloths scratches etc due to allergy. Of course the problem in the throat is also can be due to allergy, or infection. The difficulty in swallowing could be due t... | |
Fluttering feeling in abdomen, no pain. Is it normal?
I'm 46 Keep in mind I have never had this b4. Ok so under my belly above the happy place, in the center I keep getting like a butterfly feeling since Tues. which happened to be the start of my period. it comes on more & more, after dinner tonight I had my boyfriend... | Hi welcome to Health care magic forum Thanks for writing to H.C.M.F. As you describe you had a feeling of butterfly in the supra pubic area. It is not a pain, but a feeling. Your boy friend described as flowing water, and resission, yes both of you are correct. To the nerves of that area it feels as you feel . but for ... | |
Q. Something has popped up near my mouth and nose. What could it be?
Hello doctor, Something has popped up near my mouth and nose since today evening. Is there anything to worry or is it just a dry skin? | Hi. Is it associated with itching or pain? Did you apply any cream or commercial hair dye? Is it present only on one side of the face? How old are you? Are there vesicles? Can you send a good quality image? For more information consult a dermatologist online --> | |
What could cause on and off fever?
Hi doc , I have been getting 101.5 fever since 4 days . When i take half Paracetamol i feel normal and healthy but after 12 hours my body temp starts rising again. I have cat allergy i guess because whenever i touch a street cat or pet my body gets rashes around stomach area . i stop... | Hi and thanks for contacting HCM. There are many causes for fever that are not nearly as serious as HIV. Fever is our body's natural way to fight off infection. Please see a doctor to get an exam and have some testing done to see what could be causing your fevers. I hope you are well again soon. | |
I m under treatment for epilepsy, is that muscles on my body suddenly shivers ?
Hi i m 20 years old. I m under treatment for epilepsy. Though i never gets seizure still i have to take the tablets as precaution as i got my last seizure in the month of november 2009 which was after 3 years of last one. My query is that ... | you need to get the NMG studies for the muscle of the body which shivers a lot to know what exactly is the problem with the nerve and the muscle of that part causing it to shiver | |
How to treat food poisoning?
hi i ate at red lobster earlier this evening i had lobster crab legs shrimp ect after i got home i started feeling weird about 2 hrs after wards, i have been throwing up diarrehea, cramps in my stomach just wondering if you think i could of gotten food posion i dont have medical insuance s... | Hi there,I welcome you to healthcaremagic.You should definitely go see a doctor ,if you do not get better within 48 hours and before you become dehydrated and have other complications.The lobster was definitely contaminated by a bacteria,so watch yourself for 48 hours. Food poisoning often improves without treatment.To... | |
What causes jaw bone pain, back pain and headache?
I have been feeling rotten for about two months now. I have pain in my face along my jaw bone, aches in back between my shoulder blades and constant headaches. It is starting to really concern me. I have had two prescriptions for sinus infections but they didn t seem ... | Hello, The pain in the jaw bone that you have can be due to arthritis of T-M joint. The ache between the shoulder blades can be posture related and can improve with regular stretching exercises. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
Q. Am I safe from unwanted pregnancy after taking four Yasmin pills after sex?
Hi doctor, I had unprotected sex, and I am not sure whether we did an ejaculation or not. Suddenly, I took four Yasmin pills on the spot today. Am I safe from unwanted pregnancy? I need your urgent advice. Please help. | Hi. You are trying the Yuzpe method. In this, a woman uses birth control pills as emergency contraception (EC) every day. By combining pills in a specific order, the estrogen and progestin present in those pills work to prevent an unplanned pregnancy before it starts. This method is most effective when used within 72 h... | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? T... | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just coc... | |
Q. Is it advisable to take Hydroxyurea for thrombocythemia?
Hello doctor, I am 25 years old. I have been diagnosed with essential thrombocythemia. The reasons are elevated platelet count (about 700,000 to 900,000 platelets per microliter of blood), positive JAK2 V617F mutation analysis, etc. There are different opinio... | Hello. I can understand your situation through which you are going. I have reviewed your query and below is my advice for your case. Usually, in case of essential thrombocythemia, there is no need to undergo treatment with Hydroxyurea in all case of ET. It is myeloproliferative neoplasm and the chance of acute myeloid ... | |
What causes recurrent cough despite taking antibiotics for pneumonia?
Hi- I was diagnosed a month ago with community pneumonia. After two rounds of antibiotics I was feeling better. Now my cough is back and I have a strange heavy feeling especially in my legs. I have been exhausted too for the last few days. Could thi... | Hello! Just because you have previously had a pneumonia does not necessarily mean this time too You will be having it again. Since how long have you been having cough ? Are you having a dry cough or produce phlegm ? what's the colour of the phlegm ? last time you had pneumonia was it properly n completely treated ? Apa... | |
Suggest treatment for prolapsed discs
Hi. I have previously suffered with prolapsed discs at L4/5. I had a discectomy in 2012 but this did not fix the problem. I now have more prolapsed discs all in the same region with severe sciatica and numbness. Some days I am able to manage the pain but others it is terrible. My ... | Hello. I have been through your question and understand your concern.Lumbar disc surgery is sometimes associated with recurrence of disc herniation at the same level. This is because it is impossible to take out all the intervertebral disc. If you have back pain and sciatica, then you need to have a lumbar MRI, which I... | |
What causes knee pain?
Just recently I have noticed pain in my left knee cap when I hit in on the car stirring wheel or bumped, etc. It doesn t hurt when I walk and no pain occurs throughout the day but only when I hit it just slightly. I also notice it bothers me when I walk up stairs. I don t remember brusing it to ... | Hello,Your symptoms could be related to local inflammation. I recommend taking ibuprofen for a couple of days. If the problem persists, consulting with an orthopedist and performing a knee joint X-ray study will be necessary.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sha... | |
Can typhoid fever reoccur after 45 years?
I contracted typhoid fever in 1969 and was hospitalized for 10 days. Back in March of this year, I began being sick and I thought I have not felt like this since 1969: headaches, fever fluctuations, diahrrea, abdominal cramps. Is it possible to have a recurring bout of this 45... | welcome to hcm, you might be a long term carrier of the infection it is recommended to have a 28 day course of antibiotics and after that i want you check your stools another time to confirm all your infections have passed have a good hand wash after coming from toilet and avoid handling food items ... | |
What causes increasing pain in lower abdomen?
All throughout the day i have been experiencing a gradually increasing pain in my lower abdomen. The pain comes in waves that keep getting stronger. I can barely move now. Im not sure if these are ovarian cramps or if it is appendicitis. Do you think I should go to a docto... | Hi.The pain in waves is caused more by an intestinal problem than the ovarian problems.This can cause due to many diseases like gastroenteritis, ureteric stones besides some irritable cause in the lower abdomen like a lymph node or so.I would suggest you to visit a Doctor who can examine you clinically and advise inves... | |
How to handle misbehavior and social anxiety in children?
My brother is facing some problems. He left his education in 12th standard, also he do not go outside home from last few years. He abuses everyone in home. Also frighten to go outside and talk to friends n relative. Because of this my home environment has been ... | Hi I read ur question Ur brother had anxiety and some fear in him Show ur brother to psychiatric doctor and start treatment for his behavior | |
Severe swelling in gum. Scaled teeth, problem still existing. Using mouth wash. Permanent solution?
Hi, I have very sever gums swelling since two years and its doesn't seem to go down and I can't chew and eat properly. One month back I have consulted to doctor and scaled my teeth but problem is still continue. I am pr... | Hello,Thanks for writing to us.Your gums are inflammed causing swelling.Since you had scaling of teeth done just 1 month back,your systemic health llke,blood-sugar levels,medications administered,immunity has to be monitored.Take doxycycline tablets to relieve any abscess underlying.Take vitamin c as well as folic acid... | |
Q. Shall I get chemical stress test to know the reason for tachycardia?
Hello doctor, I am a 55 year old postmenopausal woman, who is 223 pounds and 5 foot 8 inches height. I have no known heart conditions except for many PVCs and PACs. I was recently diagnosed and picked up on a 48-hour Holter with atrial flutter. My... | Hello. Episodic tachycardia in the setting of PAC and PVC (premature atrial and ventricular contractions) is suggestive of arrhythmia, may be atrial fibrillation or flutter. We should try to find the cause for it. Do you smoke or have alcohol or any other stimulant drugs? Do you suffer from snoring, interrupted and unr... | |
What causes pain in the scalp, legs and back?
I WOKE UP THIS MORNING AND THE TOP OF MY HEAD WAS SORE TO THE TOUCH, NOT PAINFUL UNLESS i TOUCH IT....THE ENTIRE SCALP. IN JUST A FEW HOURS I BEGAN TO HAVE ACHING PAIN IN MY LEGS, ARMS, BACK, ALL OF MY MUSCLES NOW ACHE. i AM TIRED AND HAVE CHILLS HOWEVER, i DO NOT HAVE A F... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicThe chills indicate that there is a change in body temperature even if you are not detecting a fever.Based on the symptoms mentioned, it is possible that you have a viral infection. Most viral infections can cause these symptoms but you there are no symptoms mentioned that point to ... | |
What does sample value of 1.259 iu/ml of anti-rubella virus mean for pregnancy?
Hi, I am 32 years old and I have a 4 years old child. I recently got my pre-conception check up before we could plan another child. My Rubella reports are as follows:Anti-Rubella Virus, IgG - Sample Value 307.8 IU/mLAnti-Rubella Virus, IgM... | Hi your reports are normal. You can try to conceive. There is no problem in conceiving. Hope I have answered your question. |
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