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What are the medications for chest tightness and breathlessness?
I am suffering from chest tightness and breathlessness. I am taking Seretide 250/50 mcg twice daily, montelukast and fexofenadine daily, but not much improvement. My local doctor has also given me trifluoperazine and clonazepam but not working to relieve... | Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM. Since you are on inhaled treatment and anti allergic with antihistamine, in my opinion you are having mostly asthma. And viral infection is the most common cause for worsening of underlying asthma. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done1. Clinical examination of re... | |
What is the difference between bursitis and tendinitis?
What is the difference between Bursitis and Tendonitis in the shoulder joint. I experience pain to different degree in one shoulder every day. If I take an anti inflammatory pill the pain is much less severe, however I have been told that along term us of anti-in... | Hello, Tendinitis is an inflammation of long tendons of muscle. Bursitis is a more or less similar picture but it is the inflammation of bursa (fluid-filled cushions) in the joint cavity. Long term use of pain killers is not recommended. You can try opioid drugs like tramadol which is considered safe even in kidney pat... | |
Suggest treatment for cough and difficulty in breathing
Hi I have a health question. Friend of mine is landscaper/gardener and was weedwhacking some big weeds on a malibu, CA hill property when he later could not breathe, throat closing up, caughing. Doctors are saying it could be a weed form of euphorbia plant. It ma... | Thanks for your question on HCM. In my opinion you should first consult pulmonologist and get done PFT ( Pulmonary Function Test ) and chest x ray, CT THORAX. As possibility of allrgic bronchitis and hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HSP) are high.Weeds can act as allergen and cause bronchitis attack.so PFT is needed to d... | |
Suggest remedy for toe blister/bumps
This is something very small. I have very dry, thick, flaky skin on the back of one of my toes (the one next to my big toe) - it doesn t itch On left hand side of the same toe I have 4 very small dark red blister type bumps about the size of a pinhead, they don t itch either, and t... | Hello,Blisters are most often caused by skin being damaged by friction or heat. Certain blisters heal naturally after three to seven days and don't require medical attention. It's important to avoid bursting the blister, because this could lead to an infection or slow down the healing process. If the blister does burst... | |
Suggest treatment for vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia
Hello and good morning. I am in desperate need of care for VINA. My urogynocologist(sp?)is not someone who specializes in this particular area and wanted to have me see a Vulva Specialist. I do have VIN and I am heading towards this medical condition based upon, s... | You can opt for Homoeopathic mode of management.As Homoeopathy is side effectless and very mild to act in oncological cases where immunity gets very heavily deranged.Homoeopathy treatment needs a thorough Case taking to select proper Medicine which needs thorough detailed Case history and reports. | |
Is there any other solution other than a surgery ?
Left foraminal protrusion and ipsilateral exiting nerve root impingement diffuse disc bulges at C3 –C4 and C4 C5 I am 34 yr male. the MRI report says: Left foraminal protrusion and ipsilateral exiting nerve root impingement diffuse disc bulges at C3 –C4 and C4 C5.Is t... | Hi,Welcome to HCM.In your case best option appears to be surgical correction, because of diffuse disc bulge, which is compressing the nerve. If left like that for long time the nerve may be damaged beyond repair. Wearing Cervical collar is an alternative but I think surgery is better. Any way follow the advise of Neuro... | |
How can infertility be treated while suffering from PCOS?
Yes I’m 20 and I’ve been trying to conceive for about a year . 4 months ago I went to the docter because I believe I have PCOS . I was never diagnosed with PCOS but I was given a 10 day round of progesterone. My periods have been regular and normal every since ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You should be using oral contraceptive pills in order to eliminate the symptoms and adjust you hormonal profile if still no pregnancy then you should consider IVF. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further que... | |
Can gum infection cause chest pain and difficulty breathing?
ive been in hospital on iv antibiotics for a very large dental abcess they have cut my gum to let the infection out but my chest is really painfull when i breathe and it feels like someone is sat on my chest wot could it be and is it anything to worry about | helloi have gone through your query.generally dental abcess if treated in time and drained it doesnt cause much problem.but in some cases of a severe tooth abscess complication requiring immediate hospitalization is Ludwig's angina, a serious form of cellulitis that inflames the tissues of the floor of the mouth. In ex... | |
What causes white spots on foreskin?
Hi , i am 30 years old . I have been sexually active for about 15 years, Ive had at least 20 partners . Some of them I have dated more than a few years so we had unprotected sex. I have tight white spotted foreskin for the last few months . Slowly but surely it dissipated and forms... | HelloThanks for query .Tight foreskin with white spots could be mostly due to what is called as Ballanitis Xerotica Obliterance however it needs to be confirmed by clinical examination in person by a qualified Urologist .It is a progressive disease that gradually involves urethra shaft of the penis and is a variant of... | |
Is abortion advisable while suffering from irregular heartbeat?
Hi my niece has discovered that she is pregnant and decided that she oesn't want to keep the child because her situation as far as being able to care for herself and a child. She is considering an abortion and is afraid that her irregular heartbeat may be... | This is a complicated question... It depend on her reports like Ecg and Echo... a few heart problems may not be a problem and a few may cause problems....a cardiologist ,anesthetist and OBGYN opinion is required for the treatment decision... | |
Light cramps in lower abdomen, undergoing treatment for pcos, given clomiphene. What are the chances of pregnancy?
I am undergoing treatment for pcos and was given clomiphene for three months to induce ovulation. I had my last period on 24.09.2013 and my follicle ruptured (follicle size was 20*23mm) and doctor adviced... | Hi,You stand a good chance of conception as you have successfully ovulated. If the male factor and the tubal patency have been pronounced normal earlier, the chances are very good. Cramps indicate passage of the ovum along the tube and can sometimes happen with a fertilized ovum. Your BMI is normal. Please wait for you... | |
Why my sister's nose is bleeding?
My sister is having sever nose bleeds she had to have a vessel tied off through her groin area a few days ago went into her nose twice to pack but the bleeding started back to day she has lypmphemda can that be the problem the doc can't find the answer | Most commonly, trauma to the nose triggers a nose bleed. Trauma to the outside of the nose, such as a blow to the face, or trauma inside the nose, such as nose picking or repeated irritation from a cold, can cause a nose bleed.Less commonly, an underlying disease process, such as an inability of the blood to clot, may ... | |
What is the cause of pain in my tummy after the removal of my left kidney?
Hi, I ve had surgery years ago to remove my left kidney because of kidney cancer but for a while now usually once a month on my right side where I still have a kidney remaining, I get this throbbing pain in the front part where my tummy is a li... | Hi Sir,Welcome to healthcare magic,I understand your query and concern.Your symptoms is suggestive of a renal stone located somewhere in the Right lower ureter.For this you need to get him Intravenous pyelography for accurate assessment.I advise you to have Tab Tramadol and Tab.Pantop 40 mg,a course of antibiotic taken... | |
What causes difficulty in conceiving despite normal test results?
hi i live in pakistan and am married for 9 months. I wanna concieve ,although all my hormonal tests are normal along with ultrasounds also normal.. my husband semen analysis is also normal,but m unable to concieve.. i wanna concieve fast can u guide me ... | Hello,I have gone through the query and understood your concern. If the blood, urine, hormone levels, tubal patency tests and sonogram of the pelvis are normal, you can wait for 6 months to one year. If you still do not conceive, you should be tested for anti-sperm antibodies and other incompatibilities. Regular sexual... | |
Suggest treatment for red bumps on the genital area in a child
My 6 month old daughter has little reddish bumps that kind of look like blisters or pimples on her genital area. Today is day 2 with it. I have been using Desitin on it. It s not getting worse but it doesn t seem to be getting better. What could that be an... | Hi, thanks for the question. from your history it looks your child has fungal deramatitis. you should use antifungal cream it will heal in 2-3 days. if you are using diapers, you should change them frequently to avoid dermatitis. | |
Suggest treatment for severe neck pain
I am having pain in what I thought was my neck but I can now tell that it is more like the upper part of my back just before the neck. So, I decided to take a look at my MRI again and I am not sure if this is what s causing the pain. It says; straightening and slight reversal of ... | HiI have gone your considerations.YOU HAVE CERVICAL SPINE PROBLEM WHICH IS CAUSING PAINIf i were treating you in my clinic i would suggest1-A centrally acting muscle relaxant such as tizanidine 4 mg or baclofen.2-An oral nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drug such as aceclofenac 100mg or ibuprofen provided there is no all... | |
Can Trazadone be taken while on Ambien?
I take paxel for depression,clonozapan for anxiety.recently I replaced ambian for insomnia with trazadone ,which is an antidepressant. I was feeling very chatty and unfocused.Should I be taking two antidepressants? My doctor said yes,the trazadone is for the insomnia and it woul... | you can stop ambien if you get enough sleep with trazodone. Trazodone can be continued for its antidepressant effects. | |
How would Ritalin and drinking affect the unborn baby?
I m 10 weeks pregnant. My boyfriend and I were decided on abortion, so I drank one night last week, when I was 9 weeks. Also, I continued to take Riddilin. Now I m not so sure about having an abortion, but am not sure if keeping the baby is even a possibility righ... | Hello,I have gone through your query and understood the concern. Methylphenidate has been assigned to the category C by the FDA. This means there are no adequate controlled animal studies to detect fetal effects while this drug is used during pregnancy and human statistics are not available. Thus if you have taken the ... | |
How to treat seizure?
I had a mild brain injury from accident that occurred 8 months ago. now I am having seizures and my chest is sore. my friend told me that my mucsles in my body will be sore from the seizures. is that possible? I also believe that my seizures are from this accident I had on my scooter and I banged... | Hi, yes you are having post traumatic seizures.You are advised to do EEG and to start antiepileptics.You are advised to consult neurosurgeon.Thanks | |
Can gallstones be treated without surgery?
I have gallstones found through routine ultrasound. I had 3 major attacks so far but avoided hospital. thouhgt I had a heart attack as it was so painful. Can I avoid surgery and get rid of those stones. I am not overweight now but was about 15 pounds. Thank you. | Hi ,How are you? My name is Dr Suresh Raghavaiah. I am a surgical gastroenterologist and I will attempt to answer your question.Cholelithiasis or gall bladder stones is a very common finding in scans of the abdomen. 10% to 20% of population will develop stones at some time in their lifetime. Up to 80% of these patients... | |
What causes discomfort and pain in chest?
My chest hurts or my heart I can t tell. I ve had EKGs done and X-rays and those came back normal . Mostly feels like a discomfort as if something is trying to push my heart out of my chest. At first it would last only a feel seconds now it s lasting longer. | Thanks for your question on HCM.Since your cardiac and pulmonary causes are ruled out by normal ECG and chest x ray, I advice you some blood investigation s to rule out your chest discomfort.1. CBC (complete blood count)2. Thyroid levels.Anaemia and hyperthyroidism can cause similar complaints.So CBC is needed to rule ... | |
Have a hard lump on the knee
About 2 and a half weeks ago, I was diagnosed with cellulitis of the knee and was given 2 shots of antibiotic and prescribed two weeks of antibiotics. During that 2 weeks the infection had spread down my leg and into my ankle and foot, so my leg from my knee down was swollen (huge), and re... | Hi,Thanks for writing to HCM.You seem to have developed an abscess at the knee at the point of entry of infection.Or rather to say its more of an antibioma now with all the antibiotics you have taken.You need to show it to a surgeon and request him to put a needle there and aspirate to see exactly if pus is there. If p... | |
What could be huge,red lump in the middle of the chest?
I have a blood colored lump about the size and shape of an egg in the middle of my chest. It looks like a large blood filled bump. The lump isn't sore but I can feel my clothes pressed against it so I am always aware that it is there and it doesn't feel normal. A... | Hi.The lump as you have described and in the center of the chest can be a scar.. so classical only on the chest.Get a consultation of a Doctor , if this is a scar you can get it injected as surgery has not so much of good results.. There is always a chance of recurrence. | |
What are the chances of pregnancy if had sex on 23rd day of periods?
I hv done intercourse one week back. I.e.on Thursday. After intercourse,immediately i took i pill. It was my 23rd day when i did. Bt today it was supposed to be 2nd day of my period. bt still it didn t happen. What to do? M i pregnant ? should i use ... | Hello dearI understand your concernDo not worry.Pregnancy is not possible in your case because:1. You have did sex on 23rd day of cycle and it is complete safe time. (because no ovulation occur at that tome)2. Again you took I pill immediately after sex and it is very effective in preventing the pregnancy.It has just 0... | |
Suggest treatment for cholelithiasis
Im sure I have gallstones or cholelithiasis. Long history of bloating/gas pains and frequent bowel movements .3 week history of persistent GERD not relieved by Pepcid/zantac , salty taste in mouth.Taking a PPI recently. No real abdo pain.1 episode of pre syncopal/ became light head... | Hello Medicines are usually not helpful in gall badder calculus.You should go for definitive treatment of gall bladder calculus.Definitive treatment of gall bladder calculus is surgical removal of gall bladder(cholecystectomy).Gall bladder calculus is prone to infection and obstruction,so it is advised to get rid of ca... | |
What is the treatment for persistent cough?
I have a 22 month old who throws up occasionally. There's no fever that accompanies this just coughing then gagging then throwing up. It usually happends 1 or 2 times a day then quits then 1 or 2 times a day then doesnt happen for a month or so. What could be the problem? | Hello Such type of symptoms in a new born 22 months baby may be due to asthmatic allergic bronchitis . Usually due to some allergen there develop bronchoconstriction . This bronchoconstriction produces whistling sound ( wheezing ) and if there is secondary infection ( super added ) there produces mucus also . This muc... | |
Suggest medication for pain prior to carpel tunnel
Good evening. My 73 year old husband will be having carpal tunnel surgery in 4 days. He was told to not take any ibuprofen or aspirin in the week prior to this surgery. We understand that this is due to the blood thinning problem, however his pain is intense. Tylenol ... | HelloThanks for using Hcm.You can take the hydrocodone tablet if it is available with you.This has no contraindications pre operatively.It can reduce pain as well as anxiety for surgical procedure.All the best.Take care. | |
What causes high BP of 160/110 with vomiting and stress?
Hai ,sir Yesterday ,I am under stress,start vometing , mental confusion ,vision change lightly ,unable stand ,After went to doctor ,checking my blood pressure is 160/110. it is the first time ,it is hypertension stage 2 or I will go further check up to find out ... | Hello, A single spike in blood pressure values does not mean chronic arterial hypertension. You should know that during anxiety, it is normal to have spikes in blood pressure values and heart rate. So, in my opinion, the main thing to do is to focus on your anxiety and try to manage it. In this regard, Yoga and meditat... | |
Suggest precautions during recovery phase of CABG surgery
I recently had CABG surgery aprox 2 months ago. I turned my trunk and felt a pop in my solar plexus area. The surgeon stated that it was my xiphoid process and I should take it easy and see if it heals on its own. What restrictions should I follow to speed heal... | Hello, You may be having fracture in the xiphoid process which is done to increase exposure of the heart. It takes some time to unite which can be up to 3 month to 5.I would recommend you to avoid any turning or sudden movement. Also take regular calcium and vitamin D 3.I hope these steps will be helpful for you. Let ... | |
What does symptoms like weakness, sleepiness and lack of appetite in child indicate?
My son has become very lethargic and tired over the past three weeks. He is normally very active and never wanting to go to bed and in fact, fights it. Now, he is putting himself to bed a good 1 -2 hours before his bedtime. He isn t e... | Dear Parent,Thank you for your question. Sorry to hear your son has become lethargic over the past 3 weeks. How old is your son?If a child suddenly becomes more lethargic and tired over the course of a few weeks, this should be investigated at your family doctor.The most common cause is a viral infection. Children w... | |
What causes feeling of head spinning?
okay, heres my question, i ate a muffin earlier and drank a glass of milk, shortly after doing so i felt like i was on the gravittron and like my head was spinning, this has been going on for weeks now, followed by weird tinlging and thirst, i wanna say im nauseaus pretty much all... | Hi and thank you so much for this query.I am so sorry to hear about these symptoms that you have reported. In all honesty, it would be difficult to tell what the exact problem is without a detailed interrogation and examination. I am happy you would soon be evaluated by your doctor. This would be an occasion to gather ... | |
What causes cold sensation radiating from the head towards the nostril?
Yesterday, I had a feeling in my head like cold air was going to my sinus on right top right of my head for several hours yesterday. I narowed the pain or weird feeling down to taking in air in my right nostrel. I eventually fell asleep and I do n... | Hi, Glad that you are better now. There is no need to worry. It could be mild paresthesia due to minor nerve inflammation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What is the treatment for the pain in the cerebellum?
Goodmorning sir, My self Naresh kumar (age 33 year old) i have a problem in my back side of brain (cerebellum) pain some time when i take a pillow under my head .i have not take not any treatment or medication .what test or treatment is suitable for me. | Hello!I read your question and understand your concern.I would like to explain that the cerebellum is not related to the headache you have.The brain itself doesn't hurt, but the structures surrounding it like vessels, muscles and nerves hurt.I think your pain is caused by contractions of the scalp muscles.It may be cau... | |
Is the sputum with blood drops due to the recurred TB?
Hi doc, I am a 34year old.Was diagnosed with TB two months earlier and was taking combination of 3medicines R-cinex cap,PZA Ciba 750,PZA Ciba 500 &Combutol 800 for 2 months. Right now I am on R-cinex for the next 7 months. Combutol & PZA have been discontinued as ... | Hello! I can understand your concern. You are on the right treatment for your TB. TB infection needs treatment for atleast 6 months to get healed. Until then it s quite possible to have cough and at times blood tinged sputum .You can take tab. Tranexemic acid which helps you reduce the bleed. I would suggest you ge... | |
What causes a dent in the scalp?
Hi there I have a dent in my scalp,it doesn't hurt and its not painfull,however the dent is getting longer so i geuss its growing,just the fact that its there puts me in a panic,Can this be a brain tumor??I just forget quickly at times,please tell me what can be wrong thank you! | Hello,No, brain dents are normal topographic features of the scalp. I'm not sure how exactly you are certain it is "growing" since that would entirely depend upon your age as to whether it actually is growing and secondly the only way to know. It is to measure the ridge. In the third place, skull ridges or indentations... | |
Is it safe to take Cyclzine for pins and needles in hands?
Cyclzine 50mg pins and needles in hands when falling asleep ive had a sickness bug to which ive been given this medication for however am getting pins and needles in my hands when am trying to go to sleep just checking it wanst my heart as i had a heart spazam... | hisymptoms of pins and needles occur in variety of conditions, from anemia to nerve problems,calcium and vitamin D deficiency, iron deficiency,vitamin B6,B12 deficiency etc. show to a physician for blood work up of these levels and diagnosis.It is not due to MS.treatment with methycobalamin,neurobion tabs and making up... | |
Does rapid breathing before radiography lead to cardiac silhoutte?
Recent chest x-ray showed prominent cardiac silhoutte and mild venous congestion. This was taken during severe flank pain that turned out to be a kidney stone already in the right ureter. I was breathing rapid and shallow prior to radiography due to ... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. No, rapid and shallow breathing can not cause prominent cardiac silhouette and mild venous congestion. Prominent cardiac silhouette is commonly seen in hypertension and other heart diseases like coronary heart disease, cardiomyopathy etc. Ven... | |
Does weight gain occur while taking Elleste Duet?
I am taking elleste duet 1mg for the first time I felt really great on the white tabs but not a good now on the green tabs. however I feel much better then I did before taking them. I just want to know can you have weight gain while taking the green tabs as when I firs... | Hello,Like other drugs elleste duet, which is a combination hormone drug, has some side effects and one of the most common side effect is weight gain. The weight gain is primarily due to fluid retention. Let me also assure that the weight gain is not permanent and will be there only till you take the tablet.Hope I have... | |
Does mono cause exhaustion followed by headaches and fevers?
I had mono about 3 yrs ago. I am 50 now. The mono was really bad and I had to miss a few months of work but was still very fatigue for about 8-9 months. Every time I really exhausted now, I seem to get these slight headaches and fevers. Every time I get sick... | 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.Yes, infectious mononucleosis can occur as chronic infection.Usually the infection of infectious mononucleosis is very benign, it will be cured without any adverse consequences.But in ... | |
Are blisters on hand with itching sensation a sign of MSRA?
Herpes like blisters that are reoccurring on hand and fingers usually accompanied with red streaks and sometimes warm lump on forearm. Extremely painful small itchy at first and jock itch type symptoms in groin also painful and reoccurring. Should I be concer... | Hello ,I understand your concern. I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious disease specialist, answering your concern.MRSA is a type of Staphylococcus aureus. If it is resistant to commonly used cefoxitin drug it is known as a MRSA.It is need to test you further as whether it is MRSA or non MRSA. As clinically it is not possible... | |
What does a hard bump on thigh indicate?
i have a bump on my left thigh, feels hard under the skin like I hit it... have a little bit of bruising. I'm 30, 5.6 ft, healthy, noticed it a few days after I did hot yoga, not sure what exactly its from. recently had a bay (3 months). had a blood test done - the hormone that... | HI,Dear, Thanks for the query from you for your painless hard lump under the skin in lt. thigh.1-I feel concerned that you are serious to know where from this hard lt thigh lump- occured after the hot yoga or may have occured when at the bay 3 mth back.?2-In my opinion this hard lump had a bruising meaning thereby it... | |
What medication is recommended for back pain in old age?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...Hello.. I have a question about my mother-in-law, she is on the downside from getting off oxys. She is from Montana and she moved down here to Las Vegas with us, she was taking oxy's... | HiHere you have not given detailed about lower back pain. But I think before treatment proper diagnosis is important which can be done after MRI studies. For a time being she can take tramadol along with muscle relaxant with your doctor guidance.Get well soon. | |
Suggest treatment for hodgkins Lymphoma in the right groin
Dear Doctor,My daughter aged 25 years has been detected with hodgkins Lymphoma in the right groin. Her histopathology report concludes lymph node with interfollicular mixed population of cells including Reed-Sternberg cells and lacunar cells.Diagnosis mentions... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have hodgkin lymphoma most likely. Othrr possibility is anaplastic lymphoma. Treatment and prognosis depends on type of lymphoma. Hodgkin lymphoma has relatively good prognosis then anaplastic lymphoma. Treatment is chemotherapy. CHO... | |
Red, itchy rash under eyes, marks on neck, itchy forehead. Negative result for auto immune disease
I have had a red, itchy rash underneath both of my eyes & marks on my neck similar to someone taking a knife across it a couple of times. I also now recently have a very, very dry itchy forehead . The forehead just start... | hi. seems you have a dry skin which is prone to itching and prone to rash. Dont use soap on face.Use a good moisturizer twice daily.Apply a mild to mid-potent steroid like fluticasone/flutivate on more problematic areas | |
What may be the cause of lower abdominal pain and fever in a child?
my son is 7 years old and has been getting sick off and on now for about a month i take him to the doctors n they have done blood work CT scan, ultrasounds, and stool samples and everything comes back good..he complains of his lower right side hurting... | Hi...this seems like a chronic pain abdomen. I would like to know if there is any family history of stone in the kidney or gallbladder. I am asking because he is having pain on the right lower side and especially when he's going to restroom. If this is so please evaluate in these lines, apart from this you need not wor... | |
What causes confusion and disorientation with neck stiffness?
Hi,For the past couple of months I have been having periodic confusion/disorientation. I visited two internists who ran the usual blood tests which were ok. I also have occasional stiffness in the back of my neck, part of my back. I saw a neurologist who di... | Hello and thanks for using HCM.I have read your question and understand your concerns.Your condition seems to be not related to meningitis, but confusion and disorientation should be evaluated further.As a appropriate test in this case, a brain MRI should help understand better possible causes of your concerns.These ma... | |
Q. I have infection in my private area. How can it be managed?
Hi doctor, I have an infection in my private area for a month. A white substance is gathering over the skin. No matter, how much I wash and how much I peel it off, it is not going. It is causing a little bit of itching also. I tried taking Tablet Azithromy... | Hi. I have gone through your attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Please follow these instructions. 1. Avoid sweating and friction as much as you can. 2. Wash your clothes separately. As this is a fungal infection, it can spread to other family members. 3. Wear loose clothes. 4. Maintain good hy... | |
I have lower back pain but the mri showed normal. Why do not the pain leave ?
I have lower back pain but the mri showed normal i slipped at work and hurt my lower back and but bone what is wrong, why dont the pain leave | It looks like that there is a contusion of the soft tissue in that region. You must be clinically examined before arriving at a final conclusion. Scientific Physical therapy by an expert can solve your problem | |
Is doing masturbation good or bad for the body?
Hi Dr sorry I have a question about masturbation. I want to ask a masturbation is bad or good for health please answer me because more people said masturbation is good for body and I want to know masturbation is bad for growing up and become taller? thanks Dr I am waitin... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Masturbation is natural and normal habit. Masturbation is not unhealthy. Even animals masturbate. Masturbation cannot harm your health if done in moderation like once per day. But anxiety and apprehension associated with mastur... | |
How safe and effective is beta blocker for BP?
my dad is 67,5'7", 170#s, is on sugar meds and blood pressure meds morning and night. also takes a beta blocker......any exercise causes his heart rate to go up, while his blood pressure goes down. afterwards he is basically zapped/fatigued........any ideas? | Excercise always increases the heart rate and the beta blocker he is taking must have decreased the blood pressure i would suggest you not to worry | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late ... | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they shou... | |
Sinus, throat pain, dry cough, pain below heart, red eyes, headache, fatigue, breathlessness while doing physical work. History of smoking, alchohol intake and eating pan masala. Cancer?
I am 29 years old male.i have been a daily drinker,smoker & pan masala eater for more than 10years.now i have left drinking.i also h... | Hi, Thanks for posting the question to H.C. M. Forum. As after reading your history I can say that ,it seems that you are a patient of allergic bronchitis due to pan masala, smoking. Dry cough is usually due to allergy and red eyes are due to pressure over eyes during dry coughing ( of course forceful cough because ... | |
What causes leaking of fluid from the scalp?
My scalp around my forehead is leaking sticky fluid. When the fluid dries, it's yellow and crusty. My scalp is typically extremely dry no matter what I do, but lately the area on border of my hair all around has been really, really dry. I can't afford to go to a doctor righ... | Hello and welcome to healthcaremagicYou seem to suffer from dandruff/seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp. Dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis is an important cause of scalp itching and increased hair shedding. Dandruff is bound to recur again, therefore people with dandruff should use an antidandruff shampoo to keep the d... | |
How to relieve soreness and swelling in leg because of fall?
I fell off a foot stool last night and fell a pop in the back of left leg. Knee and hip do not seem injured. The soreness and swelling have traveled up my leg. Difficult to walk, though it appears better than last night. I an laying down and icing area. Shou... | Hello dear,The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to musculo-skeletal injury .X ray of the affected leg will be helpful to rule out any fracture or other pathological causes.Symptomatic relief can be obtained by heat therapy, application of analgesic & muscle relaxant gel, intake of analgesics like Di... | |
Have back pain. Had a fall earlier. No medication till now. What to do?
Hi, this afternoon I slipped by a creek and fell on my back. I didn't feel any pain then, other than embarrassment. However, later on and through now, my lower back hurts and it feels like a lump just to the left of my spine. It doesn't hurt by... | Hello and Welcome to HCM, Thanks for writing to us. From description it seems to be soft tissue injury . Lump might be due to haematoma formation(collection of blood). You need an x-ray to rule out any bony injury. I suggest you to consult an orthopaedician nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray of th... | |
Can pregnancy cause knee sprains postpartum?
hi, im 29 and after delivery my 1st baby on one fine day i was about to stand up and suddenly i feel my knee twisted, i couldnt stand at all at that time and it was soooo painful. my baby already 9month but i still couldnt straight my leg, otherwise it is painfull. | It may be a meniscal injury, based on your history. Meniscus are like shock absorbers in the knee, every knee has two of them. With twisting type of injury this meniscus can get torn and the generally donot heal by themselves. you need further evaluation with MRI, see Orthopaedic surgeon. | |
What causes a lump inside the anal canal?
for a 4-5 days now i've been feeling like unwiped when pinching my anus.i did finger investigate a little and found moving mass about the size of large grain of rice about 1/2 inch past the opening. whom do i see (as in what doctor) and what it could be (moves under a finger a... | Hi.Thanks for your query, albeit short and specific.Noted the history and understood your concerns.The commonest cause of such a mobile lump within the anal canal or rectum can be a polyp.This can best be diagnosed by a per-rectal examination and ano-proctoscopy done by a General Surgeon or a proctologist and thus you ... | |
Q. Please suggest ways to overcome my physical and mental exhaustion.
Hello doctor, I was a healthy, mentally sharp and energized person before. But, for the past 12 years, my brain and body get tired very easily. I am having mental and physical exhaustion and the condition is gradually worsening. I feel drowsy after ... | Hi. Family history or negative thinking or some incident. Bipolar disorder. Psychiatric treatment. Keep yourself busy with productive work and positive environment. Revert back after a month to an ayurveda specialist online.---> | |
Suggest treatment for lump on arm with itching
I'm a 21 yr. old female and for the last couple of months. I've had a hard like bump on my upper right arm. It doesn't seem to go away, and I find it itching.. It's about the size of a pea. I thought it would go away, but it doesn't seem to have decreased in size at all. | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some enlarged axillary lymphnode. It can be due to reactive hyperplasia. Or you may have some cyst or soft tissue tumor. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology or excision biopsy. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then y... | |
How does it take to brain damage without right amount of oxygen supply?
Hi. I hope you can me. I have a brother with lung problems. he is having problems menitally. The hospital has sent him home. They say he is not having trouble with his heart. He is on a breathing machine but menitally not doing well. How long with... | Hello.I am Dr Mittal.I have read your message.I need to know exactly what is the mental problem.To answer your question- it depends on the severity of lack of oxygen.After 1 minute, the brain cells start to die.After 3 minutes, the damage is usually serious.After 5 minutes, the damage is usually major.After 10 minutes... | |
Feeling wavy sensation, prickly sensation
for lack of a better term...I have the sensation of waves of goose bumps -somewhat like a bit of a prickly sensation on my skin-move down my back and across my thighs particularly at night. Only I am laying in bed on my back and under warm covers. I am 65 year old female | hello madam , hope you're doing well look , sensation is blessing .. it seems funny to me ,, don't worry at all usually it's a body defense mechanism to balance internal and external temperature no more!sweet dreams | |
Chocked abused, habit of stealing, doesn't tell truth. Recommendations?
mysix year old granddaughter is telling authorites that she is chocked abused and that we put our hands over babies mouths when they cry this is not true the chidren have been removed pending an investigatrion she does this every time she is diapl... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicIt would be best to seek the assistance of a child psychologist or psychiatrist for assistance. He or she would be able to speak to your granddaughter and determine if there are any issues to be addressed.It is possible that social services may refer your family to a psychologist or... | |
Can cholecystectomy be performed safely after suffering from cardiac arrest?
my mum has a difibulator and gallstones.She was admitted last month with gallstone pancritus and had six cardiac arrests as they were pushing iv fluids into her.She is now home and following a no fat diet but is worried she needs to have the ... | 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.Yes, cholecystectomy can be performed if there is no current heart disorder such as arrihmias or low ejection fraction. So you can have surgery but you should see cardi... | |
Would unprotected intercourse result in a pregnancy despite being on birth control?
So...my fiancee and I had sex. She had just started taking birth control on the fifth day of her period a week before. So technically by the time we had sex she has taken tri spintec 8 times. Even with me ejaculating inside of her, is ... | Hello dearUnderstand your concernIf you are on regular dose of birth control pill then chance of pregnancy is less as birth control pill is highly effective in preventing pregnancy. Failure rate is only 0.5-1 %. If you are no birth control pill then no matter ejaculation was inside or outside the vagina.But take the re... | |
Tingling sensation in arm and breast, not overweight. Is it anxiety?
I am having tingling and pricking sensations off and on for about 5 days on my right side. Mostly in my right arm and right breast . I am 32 years old female. I am not overweight but because of my crazy busy life I don t always take proper care of my... | hai you are a 32 year old female with a busy life schedule?May i know ur occupation please?the tingling n pricking sensation on n off especially overright breast n rt arm probably suggests you may have a probem at lower cervical n upper thoracic spine.The cause may be compression of the spinal cord either by any spinal... | |
Q. Is CABG the only solution for coronary artery disease?
Hi doctor, My father is diagnosed with coronary artery disease and triple vessel disease with LM. I have attached the angiogram report for your reference. Is the CABG only solution or partial stenting may work? Or is it fine to give only the medication as there... | Hi. I have carefully reviewed your health query and feel sorry for your father's health issues. It is a concerning disease process. I never recommend to leave it as such and do nothing much for an advanced coronary artery disease. He has got triple vessel involvement and in such circumstances the best next step is to g... | |
What does BP level of 112/66 indicate?
Yes I am a 65 year female who has high blood pressure readings from 124 to 148 with lower of 72 to 90.... I have been trying to reduce this by breathing exercises along with exercise....I readings are coming down to around 126 to 72.... I just took my readings and it was 112/66..... | no, a pressure of 112/66 is quite good actually. it is ok to be as low as 90/50 as long as you don't have symptoms like lightheadedness, chest pain, or shortness or breath. | |
What causes a recurring lesion on the gum?
I had a carotid body tumor removed in 2007. It was cancer. Currently have lession on gum (comes and goes), dentist can not determine if this is from tooth problem or sinsus. Is this possibly a spreadof orginal cancer. Also had breast cancer L 1997and R 2003. | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The lesion on gums can be a parulis or a pyogenic granuloma or peripheral oscifying fibroma. Consult a oral physician and get it examined completely and get a radiograph done to rule out any tooth infection.If it is a tooth infection, it can be treated with RCT or e... | |
How long can one survive with 100% blocked valves (3)?
My mam has just being told that she has 3valves blocked 100percent, doctors said can t do any surgery as she has gotten them all and her case would be to risky , as her heart is damaged to much from a recent heart attack.he also said to us to be prepared,I was jus... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. See, exact time frame for survival of these patients can not be determined. But by your history and description, she is definitely have very poor prognosis. She is having failing heart due to valves blockage. And surgery is also very risky due... | |
Why am i prescribed with drotin tablets ?
i get pain on right side .i am 21 weeks pregnant .it is a dull pain ,i get it when i breathe or when i change from this side to that while sleeping or when i press while standing. why is that like that | Welcome to Healthcare MagicIf the pain is in the side of the lower chest, you could be having a muscular pain due to bad posture during sleep or work. Nothing to worry. You can apply pain killing balm or gel on that area to relieve the pain. Adopt proper posture, no sideways turning of head and upper body during sleep.... | |
How can constant neck pain be treated?
My new pain Mgmt doctor changed my medication removing me from taking tremodal 50 mgs daily and one flexil muscle relaxer daily to now taking 10/325 Norco (1 every 6 hrs for pain as needed) and the muscle relaxer Lorzone 750 mgs. 1/3 in AM and 2/3s at nite. After taking the new m... | Hello, Consult an orthopedician and plan for an MRI neck to rule out possible spine related problem. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What cause low hemoglobin and B12 levels?
my hemoglobin 9 iron of less than 50. also low in B12 i went for internal scoop and blood specialist they told me at lease i don't have blood cancer. I have to have the B12 amd Iron shots every week some time when the blood work comes back . i have to increase my shots.for th... | Hi,Thanks for asking.Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. Low hemoglobin means anemia and along with low Vit B12 means it is B12 deficiency anemia.2. Vit B12 is a important part of all the cells in body. It is required at the nucleus levels. During periods of stress, growth etc, it will be extensively used ... | |
Q. What are the small clustered cystic areas seen in the left breast.
Hello doctor, I have multiple small clustered cystic areas seen in the left breast. | Hi. Nothing to worry about. Multiple small clustered lesions are benign (non-cancerous) cystic lesions. But you should do a baseline bilateral mammogram screening also (if not done early) and enroll in a breast screening clinic and a follow up every six monthly or yearly as per their screening protocol. In case you hav... | |
What are the clear signs and symptoms of Plantar reflex and how can it be treated ?
Does my daughter give reason to believe she has Planter's reflex? I have reason to believe my 2 and a half year old daughter has Planter s reflex. Any suggestions? Symptoms are: Unstable runner and walker Poor balance Falls with out re... | Welcome to Healthcare Magic This is possibly disorder of the musculoskeletal system. Since you said that her foot is facing to the right there could be congenital joint problem. Is there knock knees when she keeps her legs together. She should be examined by her Orthopaedician for corrective measures possibly by splint... | |
What causes pain in lower back with bloating and loss of appetite?
I've been having sever pain in my back stomach side and neck I'm soo bloated and stomach feels very heavy I've been getting pains in my vagina aswel tingles down my face and head also I'm so worried its cancer or something I've lost my appitite aswel a... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The bloating and loss of appetite are not related to the back pain that you have. Gas and indigestion can cause these symptoms.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal . For future query, you can directly approach me through my pr... | |
Is drooling and swollen cheeks common during molar teeth growth in infants?
My three year old is drooling profusely, won t eat much, and his cheeks look swollen. Sometimes he cries when he coughs. He had a neg strep test this week, and is no longer running a fever. Unsure if this is possibly his two year old molars co... | thanks for your query, i have gone through your query. the swelling over the cheeks could be because of the pericoronal abscess leading to cellulitis. consult your oral physician and take radiograph and take a course of antibiotics and surgical exposure of the erupting tooth. i hope my answer will help you. take care. | |
Stomach aches and bloated feeling after smoking with lot of flatulence and burping. Visit to gastroenterologist needed?
I have been smoking cigarettes for a little more than 1 year. Since 3 months i am having stomach aches after eating something. I feel really bloated with gas after smoking. I'm experiencing a lot of ... | Hello,I have gone through your query and understand your concern.I suspect you are suffering from Peptic ulcer.The stomach pain after eating is due to the peptic ulcer.The bloating and flatus as well as burping all are due to your smoke.While smoking, you tend to inhale more air and smoke than non smokers.This inhaled ... | |
Suggest treatment for stomach pain and lower back pain
i have alk phos of 140 and alt of 52, what could that be? these were taken as routine blood tests for meds Lisinopril, bendroflumethiazide and amlodopine, have been on these meds for several years ,no previous irregularities. also experiencing pains to abdomen, up... | many thanks for consultation .Did you protected of unprotected sex?if you have portected sex then it is not worry some.if unprotected sex then you need battery of tests .1.urine for gonococcal smear.culture and fungal examination .2.serology for viruses.3.pregnancy test .4.start on doxiciline injection if positive fo... | |
Should i be worried about the fall of my 2 weeks old to floor?
So my 18 month old just pulled my two week old off the couch to the hard wood floor. She cried right away and was soothed right away. No outward signs of trauma. She looked around for a few mins and then dosed off to sleep. But still opens her eyes occasio... | HiI would recommend you to keep a watch on her colour, breathing pattern and activity. At any sign of trauma visit a pediatrician for proper clinical examination and evaluation.Hopefully this will help you.Take care | |
Which among Heparin and Warfarin is best alternative for Aspirin?
Hi, I had a small cyst in my left side armpit and had it removed 2 weeks ago. It turned out to be a breat tissue but it was not cancerous. After the surgery, however, I've had severe pain and swelling in my whole left arm and my breast surgeon doctor sa... | **1. While on Aspirin one has to specifically keep a check on platelet count and bleeding time since Aspirin decreases platelet resulting in prolonged BT [bleeding time.2. While shifting to Heparin/Warfarin one has to be under constant medical supervision which is guided by INR [international normalised ratio], and PT ... | |
Is the small nodule in the right side of my lower leg benign?
HiAbout 4 months ago I noticed a very small nodule In the right side of my lower leg.It is not visible but I can touch it.It's painless but when I walk fast I feel pain in my lower leg.The MRI showed that it is a subcutaneous nodule adjacent to muscles. I w... | A fine needle aspiration for cytological examination of the nodule will confirm its benign or malignant nature.Please discuss with your doctor. | |
Suggest treatment for tonsilitis
My 3 year old boy was diagnosed with tonsilitis last nightt,he had a terrible fever and was sweating and shocking. he was given some antibiotics and some once off injection. The problem is today he seems to be visually hallucinating,could this be related to the tonsillitis? And what m ... | Which injection is given u not mentionVisual hallucination not occur in tonsillitis For this u consult ur pediatrician | |
Suggest topical and oral medicines for haemorrhoids. Was unsucessfully prescribed meta mucil and disposable baby wipes
what is the best topical medicine for hemrhoids? Also is there any medicine you recommend to take by mouth?My husband has pain from hemrhoids and his doctor recommended not staying on the toilet too... | **A. Jatyadi tail can be applied externally for lubrication, around the anal region (also helps in relieving the associated itching)B. Pilex tablet, Arshohar Yoga, Pilon Tablet, Kankayan Gutika are some of the well known Prescription drugs available.1. Give high fibre diet,fresh fruits and vegetables,avoid milk and mil... | |
Q. How long does it take for the endometrium lining to grow?
Hello doctor, I am trying to conceive. My endometrium lining is showing as 1.8 mm and follicles of left ovary is 9.4 mm on 8th day and 16.1 mm on 10th day of my menses. I would like to know why has my endometrium lining decreased to this extent? Nine months ... | Hi. I have read and understood your problem. You have PCOS (Polycystic ovarian syndrome) so your ovaries might be producing less of estrogen and more of testosterone. Also you may have other hormone problems. You need to do blood tests Hb (hemoglobin), fasting sugar, prolactin, TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and tes... | |
What causes bleeding and pain in lower stomach after 2 weeks of taking contraceptive pills?
i took unwanted contraceptive ipill cipla just within 7 hours just after unprotected sex at the ninth day (i.e.28th may 2014 ) of mentrual cycle.At 7th June i started to bleed just as my periods and having pain in lower stomach... | Hi Hope this message finds u in good health.I have gone through ur msg and understand your concern.it may be due to some sort of hormonal imbalances or variations in the body,though there may be other reasons as wellNothing to worry about, You should eventually get back to normal.Take multi vitamin and calcium suppleme... | |
What causes pain and numbness in lower back?
first i have to thanks to you doctor.since last 3-4 weeks i have pain my lower back.actuaiy that is num feelings.when i carry some hevy things that increece.when i have hot water bath that make less.when i want to pass urin feel more but afterget less.is it kiddney problem ... | Hi,The symptoms you have explained aren't from the kidney problems, though they may be from the rheumatoid arthritis of the spine. But it rarely involves the lumbar spine which is the lower back region. I would suggest that you discuss it with your rheumatologist and get a MRI scan of lumbar spine done to confirm its c... | |
What causes an increase in the body weight during pregnancy?
Hi, I just found out that I am pregnant. My first appointment is Monday. I am already overweight and within the past month and a half I have noticed that I've gained around 18 pounds and that is not normal for me. I'm not sure what I should do and I know tha... | Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion the excess weight gain needs to rule out the diabetes.Changing the diet pattern is important like take low carbohydrate diet.Avoid all oily and high calorie food.Take healthy nutritional diet like fruits,veggies etc.Practice antenatal yoga or pregnancy work outs daily.... | |
What causes headache in a child after using Cetirizine hydrochloride?
My 8 year old has a runny nose and sore throat - thought it was hay fever and gave him 5ml of cetirizine hydrochloride. He now says he has a headache and can t sleep - been like this for 1 1/2 hours - can I give calpol or calprofen 1 hour after piri... | HiSure you can give him Colpol 15mg/kg/dose . headache can be because of the common cold, and is very common symptom.Thanks | |
What causes breathing problem and chest pain?
Hi i m suffering from jaundice HEV since 1 month and now the bilirubin is 2.5 and also quit smoking since the day jaundice started. Now at any instant I have breathing problem and no cough and n all, chest pain sometimes and when I m alone negative thoughts comes in mind s... | Thanks for your question on HCM.In my opinion you should consult pulmonologist first and get done chest x ray and pulmonary function test (PFT) to rule out COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease).As you are smoker and having breathing issues, likelyhood of COPD is more. Untreated COPD also gives psychological symp... | |
Is burning in throat after sore throat sign of throat cancer?
I have had burning sensation in the throat ( in the upper pharunx area) for 10 days. It started with a sore throat and I was given Amoxicillin. The pain went away but the burning is there and is more severe even after 10 days of Antbiotics. Burning radiates... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Burning sensation in throat with pain for 10 days arenot due to throat cancer most llikely. It is due to some upper respiratory tract infection. You should take a course of antibiotics like azithromycin and anti histaminics like chlorpheneremin... | |
What are the early signs of pregnancy?
Hmm I don't even know how to start. Well I noticed my boobs started to hurt really bad today and my friend says I might be pregnant but m.y period ain't suposted to starg untill around the 8th of nxt month could it be posablie that I'm havein earily pregancy signs | Hi dear, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.Pregnancy signs and symptoms do not occur so early after conception.It is most likely due to premenstrual symptoms.I will suggest you to wait for the periods, if delayed then do get a urine pregnancy test to confirm the diagnosis.Hope you found the... | |
Q. My mother was advised to remove left kidney. Can she live with a single kidney?
Hi doctor, My mother is not getting recovery from her illness and now she is hospitalized in an International Hospital. In the meantime, she suffered from malena for three to four days. However, endoscopy and colonoscopy report was norm... | Hi. I have gone through all reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) sent by you. For further information consult a urologist online --> | |
What could be the lump on the side of my daughter's gum?
hi my daughter is 9 months and has a hard lump on the side of her top gum doesnt hurt when i touch it but is different to other side at first i thought it was a tooth but she hasnt got her two top front teethe yet.. i heard it could be a cyst that will go away o... | HiYes, you are right , this can be a cyst.This may not regress, in fact can grow on. It is better to consult the Specialist dentist in pediatric field to get a correct diagnosis and you can discuss the management. I think you can wait for the surgery if it is a cyst. But certainly should be removed at an appropriate ti... | |
Suggest treatment for persisting abdominal pain inspite of using several medicines
My 6 y/o daughter had been having severe abdominal pain for one year now. She screams and moan from the pain every dingle day. She had a stomach virus February 2012 and again in May of 2012 and has been in pain since. She has had blood ... | Could this be an abdominal migraine. Pl check out with the neurologist. Chronic pancreatitis can be a possibility with such severe pain. How's her serum amylase and lipase! Pl get urine for porphobilinogen levels. Even acute intermittent porphyria can present as severe persistent pain abdomen. Regards | |
Q. Please interpret my MRI findings for my morning headache and lightheadedness.
Hello doctor, I have been experiencing light-headed feelings, and daily headache as soon as I wake up. I will be uploading an MRI summary, and want to know what the results mean if this is treatable, or is it terminal? I am currently on T... | Hello. I read carefully your question and would explain that there is a non-specific finding in your brain MRI (attachment removed to protect patient findings), which could be a small inflammation region, a born defect or a tumor. This lesion is too small for biopsy. So the next step to follow would be a lumbar punctur... | |
What complications can be expected with only one kidney from birth?
HI, My daugheter aged 9 yrs having one kindey that we came to know when she was 6 yrs old when we did sonogrophy that she time she was complainng for stomach pain so we did . after that we did all tests then Dr.confrimed she has only one in left side ... | Hellonormally one kidney is sufficient to take care of normal functions if there is not any underlying factor to affect kidney functions...you should get her test named RFT's once in a year i.e atleast once every year and you dont need to think about kidney transplant in near future as i told u 1 healthy kidney is suff... | |
Possibility of having a parasitic infection that has caused sores
I have sores on my body which started 3 years ago. Now at this stage they are full of worms. Every time I remove the worms there are two worms guarding the sores. They place more worms in the sores as fast as I remove them. This is the third stage of ... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern I agree that you must be having worm infestation but not in the way that you have described here, this seems more functional thinking and could be hallucination, you need to control your thoughts because the way you stated your complain is not the real sign it i... | |
How to relieve sore throat with cough and upset stomach?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...hoarse throat and phlegmy cough. prescribed moxikind cv 375 thrice a day but getting an upset stomach and a slightly run down feeling. what to do and how long should the treatment be... | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of sore throat with cough and upset stomach which seems to be due to chest infection/ chronic upper respiratory tract infection and it could be due to swollen lymph node/tonsils. Stomach upset occurs sometimes due to intake of antibi... | |
Q. What can be done for low Hb, weight loss, weakness and severe cold?
Hello doctor,My dad is suffering from low hemoglobin and weight loss with weakness and severe cold. Hemoglobin level is 5.2. We have consulted a doctor but what all further steps we have to take? He is currently taking iron supplements Absolute 3g ... | Hi. The weakness and feeling cold are because of severe anemia. He needs a blood transfusion. Iron supplements are not enough. After that, we have to evaluate the cause of anemia. At his age, we need to get some investigations done to determine if there is any occult blood loss. If he has other symptoms of altered bowe... | |
Q. Will Kalarchikai cure multiple ovarian cysts in PCOD?
Hello doctor, I have multiple small cysts in both ovaries (PCOS). Our family friend suggested me to consume Kalarchikai medicine, powdered mixed with pepper and honey to have it for one mandalam (48 days). I have completed nearly 44 days by consuming one small b... | Hello. I just read your query. See Kalarachi Kai choornam is helpful in amenorrhea. As far as small cysts are concerned they are unmatured eggs which failed to induce menstrual cycle previously, as a result, they got collected in the ovary and they will remain in the ovary. Now, you have got your periods you can start ... |
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