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Raised area on the edge of lip, no change in make up. Could it be cancer?
i have a raised area on the edge of my lip that is on both the lip and the upper skin. Sometimes it is more raised than o ther times. It is not a blister . It is somewhat itchy. It does not burst and scab. I have not changed my makeup. It is ann... | Hi, Your clinical history does not match with skin cancer still some questions need to be answered Are you involved in a job where you have to stay under the sun for a long time? what is the colour of the raised area? have these swellings increased in very short time ? depending on answers proper diagnosis can be made... | |
Suggest treatment for lump on butt cheek
I have a lump under the skin on my right butt cheek that is very tender, It had come and gone many times in the past, but now it never goes away. Sometimes it itches, other times just very tender. It is close to the anal opening, but moves from place to place, usually close to ... | Hi ! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.From your history, it seems to be a perianal hematoma formation which is a painful condition. This occurs due to a possible unnoticed lifting of heavy weight or due to severe cough giving rise to sudden increase in the venous pressure in the perianal area. However... | |
Is a dry socket harmful?
I got my wisdom teeth removed on Monday and I am 14 and I only got 2 on the left side out. And right now the bottom periodically bleeds and throbs and there also is a "flap" there too and I can still feel my stitches, I am worried that this is a dry socket, should I go get seen before my follo... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The dry socket will not occur when you have got sutures placed. It might be suture material what you are feeling. The bleeding could be because of the inflammation. Once you meet the surgeon get the stitches removed after 7days of extraction. and get the extracted s... | |
What could be the reason for having shortness of breath and high pulse rate?
Well i have shortness of breath,high pulse rate and sometime have a wierd feeling in my thorat.my doc said i had enlarged lymph nodes earlier but they r ok now.My esr is high and sometime just sitting i can feel my heart beating fast or somet... | Hello and thank you for using HCM.I carefully read your question and I understand your concern.You shoud not worry .I'll try to explain you something and give you my opinion. Normal heart rate range between 50-100 beat for minute.When it exceed 100 beat for minute in normal sinus rhythm we call it sinus tachycardia. Th... | |
What leads to drowsiness and unconsciousness in a child?
resp sir,my daughter is 8yrs old.she had 2 episodes of fainting for few minutes at school after which she becomes normal.yest she again had that episode at home after which she was drowsy for 1hr or so.eeg was normal.mri scan showed tiny ngliosis in right deep o... | Dear parent,by your description it seems to me that your daughter is having absence seasures. EEG may be normal initially. But to be on safer side with the growth in occipital area, you should be vigilant and take her to a neurologist. | |
2yr old baby, nephrotic syndrome, urine clear, protein in urine. Relapse? Diet?
my son 2 yrs old, nephrotic syndrome , on medication for 3 months, urine clear. stop medication about 2 months, but found the urine have protein this few days, the result show 2+ for 2 days, after that go down to 1+ yesterday but today rea... | Hi. From the description of the symptoms it looks like your child has most likely had a relapse. This will be confirmed if the urine protein is 3+ on 3 days. Childhood nephrotic syndrome is known to relapse and recur frequently. Dietary modifications usually do not work and in fact as the child is growing he needs a nu... | |
What causes fluttering in heart and shortness of breath?
Hey im a female 18 years of age. My symptoms are:Flutters(feels like a skips a beat)Nose bleedscold sweats shortness of breath No real major headaches, No ringing in the ears.Extra Notes:When im off my period it happens! and also to let you know when on i get a ... | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!I carefully read your question and would explain that your symptoms could be related to anxiety.Nevertheless, bleeding nose is a concerning symptom. I recommend consulting with your GP for a careful physical exam and some tests: - resting ECG- chest X ray study- blood lab t... | |
Suggest treatment for metastatic deposits of duct cell carcinoma
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... i am 55 years old man with a case of carcinoma left breast. masectomy in 2004, axillary dissection in jul 2007 , 6 cycles chemotherapy, 25 cycles radiotherapy taking letroz... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.You have history of breast carcinoma. So you now have metastatic lesion from that breast carcinoma. You should go for Ct scan to check any further foci of carcinoma. If you don't have any other mass then you should go for surgical removal of that ... | |
What is evidence tubular heart?
Hi , my recent chest X-ray scan shows 'Prominent vascular markings on both lung fields ' as well as ' Evidence of tubular heart' . What does this mean ? I suffer from re current throat infections but otherwise have no chest pains or chronic cough. Please advice. Thanks . | Hello Welcome to HCM. Since you have not mentioned your symptoms here I presume you are having no symptoms. The eidnce of prominent vascular markings bilaterally and tubular heart pint towards emphysema which is a disease of the lungs caused due to air trapping and airway obstruction . It is found in chronic smokers. Y... | |
Suggest remedy for itching, swelling and redness due to sting by wasp
I was stung twice yesterday, I think by a wasp. Last night it was very itchy and red so I took antihistamine, which didnt help. Today the area around the bites is very swollen, red and itchy, spreading about 3-4". I used hydrocortisone earlier b... | Hello,Usually wasp stings recover quickly and without complications.Mild to moderate reactions to wasp stings can be treated at home.-Wash the sting area with water and soap.-Place a cold pack to the wound to reduce swelling and pain.Keep the wound clean and dry.-Itching and skin irritation can be treated with hydrocor... | |
How to treat Claustrophobia?
I cant really handle elevators or closed spaces unless my husband is with me calming me down i also cant handle large crowds i feel as though they are always laughing at me or judging me and it makes me dizzy and feels like sometimes i cant breathe is there any other diagnosis for this or ... | Hello Amanda,I went through your query and can understand your distress. From what you have mentioned, you seem to be having Agoraphobia which included fear of closed spaces (claustrophobia), fear of crowds, fear of being alone. You seem to be having panic attacks if faced with these situations. In addition, the sympto... | |
What do wet and choking feeling in lungs suggest?
Hello I don t know if this sounds normal or not. my lungs feel wet! you know how when you go swimming and you choke on water. well that is how I feel. We went swimming a week ago but the feeling keeps progressively getting worse. no fever at all. very small couch every... | Hello,Kindly visit a physician for a chest Xray and clinical examination.If there is any infection that you may have got during swimming, it can be treated with antibiotics and cough expectorants.Regards, Dr.Riyanka | |
Have transverse myelitis, loss of sensation in legs, unable to walk. Taken steroids. How long to recover?
My name is Somnath and I am from Bangalore.Recently my uncle(age 51) got diagnosed by Transverse myelitis. He has lost sensation in his both legs and unable to walk.He is been treated in Bangalore Narayana Hrudaya... | Hi Thanks for using Health Care Magic Forum,Prognosis for complete recovery in transverse myelitis patients is generally in lower side, but some patients experience full recovery. The recovery period generally begins between 2 and 12 weeks after onset, and can continue for up to 2 years. Do not make him depressed ... | |
Suggest remedies for tightness in chest followed by vomiting with blood
yesterday i suddenly vomited with blood in it after getting a tight feeling in my chest. the feeling continued and i was extremely short for breath. i went to a&e but they couldn't find anything wrong with me. the sick feeling is still here and my... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.Tightness in chest and blood vomiting are seen with gastric ulcer and gastritis.So you should definitely consult gastroenterologist and get done upper GI (gastrointestinal) scopy.You may need combination of pantoprazole and levosulperide twice d... | |
What causes severe abdominal pain with numbness on the toes?
I am experiencing severe abdominal pain in my right side. It releases pain on and off. when i am in pain my right leg has a shooting pain down to my toes and it goes numb. I have had an inflamed cyst before in the same area.. but I'm not sure if I need to g... | This is generally caused by intra-pelvic pressure / inflammation on the nerve trunks ; might be related to ovarian cyst etc.generally the pain responds well to routine pain killers / analgesics.however, an USG of the lower abdomen is advisable.regards, | |
Suggest remedy for abdomen pain
I've been having for nearly one year a pain on my upper abdomen. When it started, it was very sharp and sent me to the hospital. There I got blood tests and ultra sonography on the stomach, liver, kidneys, etc and nothing unusual was found. I was treated with protonix and sent home. Wen... | Hi.Thanks for your query.Is there any relation to the food?What are the relieving factors and aggravating factors?IF the ultrasonography , endoscopy and other tests area normal, think hiatus hernia causing this symptom.A diagnostic laparoscopy may give some ides. CT scan of the chest and the upper abdomen to see the lu... | |
Will prolonged ventilator support lead to bacterial infection?
my father in law has sarcoidosis and has had an infection which has caused pneumonia they have given him oxygen as his oxygen levels are 70% and lower he has since had 2 heart attacks and his body is relying on a ventilator to help him breath will he recov... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. Yes, prolonged ventilatory support can cause Ventilator associated pneumonia (VAP).And chances of pneumonia is higher if patient is having underlying lung disease like sarcoidosis. So try to reduce ventilatory support as much as you can. Now a ... | |
What causes chest pain?
My girlfriend who is 25 was experiencing chest pains about a month ago. When she went to the doctor they did a CT scan which found a mass in her chest. They sent her to a surgeon who did a medianoscopy. Her lymph nodes were swollen but the biopsy came back negative for cancer, TB, and sarcoidos... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. Fungal spores on biopsy from mediastinal lymphnode is seen with histoplasmosis. Histoplasmosis is fungal infection of mediastinal lymphnode. It is chronic infection. So treatment is also prolonged. In my opinion, she should start amphotericin B... | |
What causes lumps above the collarbone and will it be cancer?
Hi,I've had a lump above my collarbone that I can move around for the best part of 4 years. It's never caused me any pain, I have never had any symptoms and it's exactly the same size now as when I first noticed it. Is it likely to be a Lipoma or Lymphoma? ... | Hello!Thank you for the query.You are right. If it were a cancer lymph node, you would have symptoms much earlier.As it does not grow or change size, no pain, most likely it is a regular lymph node. Thin person are able to palpate lymph nodes in this area. So please forgot about lymphoma or other cancer. This really do... | |
Will Ovigyn d help in conceiving with PCOD problem?
Hi, I m 30 years old. i m trying to conceive a baby for last 6 months. i have a PCOD problem. i did my HSG test its normal. Now my doctor suggest me to take Ovigyn d twice daily. please let me know that if i take ovigyn d its prevent me get pregnant ? | HIIF yor hormones like FSH,LH,PROLACTIN,THYROIDAMH-OVARIAN RESERVE IS normal you can conceive with intrauterine insemination with ovulation induction.ovigyn increase your quality of follicle. | |
Trying to conceive. X-ray result showing multiple intraluminal filling defects in uterine cavity. Bilateral tubal patency diagnosed. What is my chances of getting pregnant?
hi Doctor am married for one and half years now and no sign of pregnancy i have been to the Hospital and was asked to go for X-ray and the result ... | hello thanks for writing to HCM the fallopian tubes which were tested and found to be open You also need to check your husband's semen parameters and see if they are normal an ultrasound of the pelvis to see if you are producing follicles properly if the following are normal then the chance to get pregnant is higher an... | |
Q. I had two gummy vitamins a day before gallbladder surgery. Please help.
Hello doctor,I have gallbladder surgery tomorrow morning and I told the nurse that pre-op I took a multivitamin with my girl. I did not realize we had bought a different type that contains vitamin E and fish oils and flax seed oil. I am now fre... | Hello. Relax and do not worry. They will not postpone your surgery depending on your above vitamin intake. Though you are orally taking more body absorbs only what is required so nothing to worry. They should go ahead with surgery. For more information consult a general surgeon online --> | |
What causes severe knee pain post a knee replacement surgery?
I had knee replacements first 2 years ago and the other one year ago and the pain is really bad, worse than it was before I had them done. They tell me everything is lined up the way it should be and they don t know why I m in so much pain. what can I do fo... | Hello, I have studied your case. Pain around knee joint post TKR can be due to many reasons.I would like to ask some detail history like do you have pain in knee? Does she have redness around swelling? Is there local rise of temperature?There is possibility of metallosis or infection around knee joint.As pre your histo... | |
Why experiencing discharge sensation with itching on penis tip after last sexual encounter?
I am experiencing the sensation of discharge from my penis, but there is nothing there. I've also had some itching/burning in the tip of my penis all within about 3 weeks of my last sexual encounter with my girlfriend who I su... | HiThank you for asking HCMI have gone through your query. Your problem can be due to yeast infection. In such case clotrimazole ointmment for local application will be helpful. It is available as over the counter in brands like monistat. Same time your girlfriend also should be treated with these. If there is no improv... | |
Bloating in lower abdomen, increased appetite, severe burning around sternum after eating, feeling tired, active, regular workout, eat healthy, undergone appendicitis surgery. Suggestions?
Hi, I am a 28 y/o female, 5 1, 112 lbs., who is experiencing bloating in the lower abdominal for about 2+ months now, increased ap... | hello and welcome thanks for your consultation. it was really good to know about the healthy lifestyle you are following, working out 6 to 7 days a week is really good, plus a very healthy food habit is an additional good thing to keep you in healthy condition. the symptoms you have mentioned now is pain and bloating i... | |
What causes tightness in chest, numb arms and nausea?
The other night I woke up at 5am with tightness in my chest. My left arm was numb. The tightness released and I felt like I was going to black out, but fought to keep eyes open. It happened a total of 3 times. Also felt something like nausea, but not quite the s... | Hi and thank you for choosing HCM to share your concern.I read carefully your question and from the carachteristics that you describe, in my opinion your chest pain it looks like a cardiac chest pain.If I was your treating doctor i would suggest to do a ECG,Graded exercise stress testing alone and in conjuction with ec... | |
Should an antibiotic course be started for curing running nose, cough and cold?
I am having running nose, cough and cold. yesterday I had some fever too. I have had such symptom on earlier occasions too. My doctor prescribed me montek lc and cough syrop on earlier occasions. I have started montek lc this time also. sh... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,As you are getting these symptoms frequently they are suggesting me that your having some allergic manifestations. Your symptoms will be exacerbated when you are exposed to the allergens like dust, mite, food and the pollens.As your doctor has prescribed the tab Montek LC, it will reduce the sympto... | |
What causes lung pain when suffering from cold?
I have a cold and the left side of my lungs hurt slightly so does my back when I breath out. the other night I had alot of gas and so my hurt started to beat really fast. what can this all mean. I have no problems in my body. is this bronchitis or what can I please get a... | This is pleurisy type of chest pain..pain due to cough will arise from throat, bronchus and pleura ..so kindly take a short course of azithromycin 500 mg once a day for five days and reevaluate if it is paining.use salt goggles. .and nd throat lozenges mam..if it is paying at the depth of breathing then better get an c... | |
How can sensitivity on the right side of the ribcage during pregnancy be treated?
Hi, During and after pregnancy, I ve had rib sensitivity on the right lower side. Massages in that area hurt so good, that super soar muscle kind. I thought it would right itself over time, but it s been five or six months. Most of the t... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.I think your problem cones from gallbladder and is not related to pregnancy but is just a coincidence. You may have colecistitis or gallbladder stones. You have to do an ultrasound of gallbladder to see it and a total blood c... | |
What causes persistent tiredness with chest pain?
im worried about my husband...we got into a car accident almost 2 years ago...he has been to see many doctors...he is currently seeing a psychologist and psychirist(spell) whom has perscribed him citalipram...he has been on that for about 4 months now..lately he hasnt ... | Most of the medications used by Psychiatrists have many side effects .Please read up about this medication and question yur doctor .The responsibility is not only for the dr but the patient is equally responsible for taking care of his health.Get an EKG AND CHEST XRAY as wellas a comprehensive metabolic workup to make... | |
Suggest treatment for alzheimer's disease
I am 63 years old. I have been taking .5mg of klonopin each night to help me sleep since an accident 4 years ago. Now I have read that long-term usage like mine increases the incidence of alzheimers by 80%. I took an online test asking me to draw a clock face....as part of a... | Hello thanks for asking from HCM for your health related queriesI can understand your concern. Klonopin is Clonazepam and the drug belongs to Benzodiazepines group. The drug when taken for long time results in worsening of cognitive impairment. So it is not usually advised for elderly to take the drug on regular basis.... | |
Suggest remedies for high BP with involuntary palpitations
I just checked my bp and it was said to be 110/40. Is this a dangerous level? Sometimes when I get nervous or worried thoughts I have this kind of involuntary palpitation around the middle of my chest. I hardly have any pains though.What should I do? | Hello, After going through your medical query I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that your blood pressure is perfectly fine and predominately you have an anxiety disorder which is why you feel palpitations in nervousness. It’s recommended for you to take anxiolytics or consult a psychologist. Hope I... | |
Suggest remedy for lump on left collar bone
Lump on left collar bone close to middle of neck. Dr did cat scan and blood work the area is not soft tissue and the blood work showed no cancer in thyroid. Doctor is not sure what it is running more blood work. He wants me to see my orthopedic. There is a pulling pain from ... | Hello and welcome to HCM,A swelling arising from the collar bone is most likely due to bone growth.Bone growth can be due to benign or malignant bone tumor.A X-ray of the neck is required to assess the bony swelling.In case the swelling is arising from the collar bone, a biopsy may be required to know the exact nature ... | |
Have cold, blockage in throat, phlegm formation. On codinex, exputex. What can be done?
HI I wonder if you can help. We have got the colds that are going around over the Christmas period. My husband has the following symptoms for nearly two weeks. He needs to clear his throat a lot to try and get up phlegm . When he c... | hi after careful reading i think he is suffering with asthmatic attack night cough, tightness in chest ,cold,breathlessness all these symptoms are related to asthma so it needs oral steroids and few inhalational drugs in the following course so you consult your GP and discuss about asthma and take advice Thanks | |
How to build up body muscles?
I have started weight training recently. I run for 30 min and weight training for 1 hour, in total 1.5 hr 3 days a week. I am trying to bulk up. Question1; Should I drink Protein shake on my non workout days? Question2; Is 3 day training enough for bulking up? | Hello, You can take protein supplements on a daily basis. Do not use creatine or steroid-containing supplements. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What is the cause of pimple like spots on the skin?
Hi, my son is 3 years old and for the last 5 days I have seen pimple like spots appear, he always has the odd one or too around his bottom but over the last 5 days he has lots over his tummy, top of legs and bottom, some look a little angry like insect bites others a... | HIWell come to HCM Chances of atopic dermatitis may be possible and this can be well treated with steroid and with some soothing agent, like Beclomethasone cream and Diphenhydramine lotion, if condition remains like this only then this need to be clinically examined, take care, have a nice day | |
Q. What can be done for non-itchy painful rash in penis?
Hi doctor, I have a non-itchy but painful penis rash. I am a 47-year-old unmarried, not-sexually active, uncircumcised male, 5’10”, 190 pounds. I have a history of ulcerative colitis (which seems to be hereditary). This was corrected 12 years back when I receive... | Hi. Depending on the symptoms you have mentioned, and all the treatment you have taken with no much help, I can list few possibilities though it is difficult to comment without seeing the picture. Since it is bothering you for few months, I strongly feel this condition would need shave biopsy of skin to know the exact ... | |
What causes semen to be brown colored?
I am a 62 year old male and have had off & on brownish semen for several (maybe 5) years. My urologist told me it was nothing to worry about as my PSA was quite low and the digital exam was normal stating it was most likely crystal like cholesteral in the gland itself. Any though... | 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, there is no need to worry about the brown color crystals.If your PSA is stating high or digital rectal examination showed to be abnormal than only you can worry.You can wait for t... | |
What is the best medicine for depression?
Hi I m 70 years old and have been battling depression for the past 20 years . I take 225 mg of Effexor and Welbutron yet I still have bouts of sadness and a lot of mood swings lately. My daughter believes I need a different medication but my doctor doesn t seem to know what to... | Hello,Thanks for putting your query in HCM.I can understand what you are going through.If I had similar patient in my clinic i would have perhaps started him with mirtazapine 7.5mg and depending on requirement could have escalated upto 30mg.Since this medication has preferable profile for elderly population which impro... | |
Suggest remedy for severe back pain caused by an accident
I fell backwards down the stairs while carrying my child, he is about 40lbs. My mid and upper back hurts really bad. I do not see any brusing but it hurts to move. I ve tried cold pack and ibprophen but everything seems to aggravate me. I do weigh about 215lbs ... | hi,thank-you for providing the brief history of you.A thorough clinical examination is advised.as you had a fall on a stair case and now having a back ache I feel you should take an x-ray or MRI. Since the pain is not relieved with the icing and Ibuprofen , I think this should be a bony or a soft tissue Injury.Also the... | |
What causes swelling on face after taking wisdom teeth?
My son had his wisdom teeth out Friday, his face has gotten more swollen instead of going down, it keeps getting bigger, extreme pain, and today when he went back they put him on steroids for the swelling and his entire face is turning yellow. he looks like he ha... | hanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The swelling over the face following extraction of the wisdom tooth could be because of the inflammatory response secondary to the bone cutting or damage to the lymphatics which normally removes the excess fluid from the body.The swelling should come down in 2days ti... | |
What can cause pitting edema in the ankles and feet along with shortness of breath?
I have been vacationing in 8000 elevation and temperatures in mid 80 and 90 s. My ankles and feet have doubled in size with pitting edema. I am not a smoker, nor have I ever been. Though I will have some isolated episodes of SOB. I am ... | Hi, The discomfort during walking and edema of the feet may be due to heart failure and or as a cardiac sign of ischemia. Other causes of edema are thyroid or kidney problems. Your symptoms are important and you should be concerned. Visit your primary care physician and after a physical exam and history taking he may r... | |
What causes stiffness in jaw bones and headaches?
hello and thanks. Developed a headache that felt like sinus pain; began about 2 weeks ago..but no sinus drainage or fever... about a week ago both sides of my jaw {TM joint} just tightened down to where it s difficult to open my mouth very wide..it hurts! Then just aft... | Hello, Thank you for consulting with HCM.Migraine can not cause numbness of palate. It can be possible that you might be having some bony infection of palate, which is causing this numbness. And TMJ pain is caused by TMJ disorder, So better that you should visit a good dentist and get an x-ray of palate and TMJ done.Ho... | |
Suggest treatment for cough with chest congestion
hi doc im spha i have recently recovered from having dry cough which started when i had flue a few weeks ago which i assume it was caused by stubborn phlegm, i took some cough syrup, phlegm tablets, and venteze teblets and i got better for a few weeks, the problem im c... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of post infectious bronchitis is more. Bronchitis (inflammation of airways) is common after viral upper respiratory tract infection (URTI - flu). And this can cause chest tightness, congestion etc. ... | |
Suggest treatment for lipomas on hands
Dear sir .my age is 25and i am suffering with lipomas problem on my hands and some parts of my body.from past 5 years .these are like seeds i mean 0.5mm diameter size .can u suggest me some solution for it?i dont have any problem with it but its looking ugly..please suggest some ... | hi..lipomas are benign swellings of fat.. unless it enlarges fast or painful, no need to remove it.. for cosmetic purpose you can try liposuction through a dermotologist or a plastic surgeon ... | |
Suggest treatment for back pain due to herniated discs
Hi I have been having herniated disc and experience back pain, I have tried yoga, pysiotherapy, chiropracter and medicines but still nothing seems to cure it completely. Is surgery my only option ,if so how far is it safe ?im a male 26yrs old ,suggest alternatives... | HiThank you for asking HCMI have gone through your query.For herniated disc i advise muscle relaxants like cyclobenzaprine NSAIDs like Aceclofenac or Opiods and Neurotropic drugs.I also send them for proper physiotherapy and muscle strengthening exercises along with this.Lumbar supporting belt for lumbar heniated disc ... | |
Suggest treatment for fever in children
My infant son ( 1year & 2 mos old) has been running a low grade fever for about 10 days now. Temp has ranged anywhere from 100.6 up to 102.6. We ve taken him to the Pediatrican 2 times this week and all the tests they ve done have come back negative (throat, breathing, ears) We ... | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you are having symptoms of fever in children is seems to be due to viral infection. It could be due to compromised immunity of body. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to take acetaminophen for fever in dosage of 15mg/kg. You should give child pro... | |
Q. I hurt my little finger while playing, and the X-ray shows no fracture. Please help.
Hello doctor, I have been experiencing pain around the bone of the little finger. It is just below the end of the finger, near the joint of the bone joining the palm. I did an X-ray and no crack was shown. I play cricket. So, I exp... | Hello. This professional advice provided by me stands subject to the actual examination of the report or image and is based entirely on inputs provided to me. It should be correlated with the clinical findings. For more information consult an orthopaedician and traumatologist online --> | |
Residual piece present in CT after Orchidectomy for testicular cancer. Should I be concerned?
Hi, I recently got diagnosed with testicular cancer. I had an orchidectomy to remove the diseased piece. My ct scan came back clear, However, it says "Residual thymic tissues is evident. There is no evidence of pulmonary or s... | HIThank for asking to HCMI can understand your problem this is just nothing to worry you can not called this as a residual part but this is a actual anatomical part in this way there you could find several other structures also but these are part of organs, hope this information helps you take care and have good day. | |
What is the treatment for psoriasis?
Hello Doctor, Self suffering from psoriasis from almost an year. Self undergone treatment fro the same by getting a topical application of Topianate cream, Defac tablet and Allegra 120,along with Primacot injection once in 15 days. Now the scaling has stopped all over the body but... | Thank you for posting on HCMmainstay of treatment for psoriasis is initially application of creams which have active form of vitamin D - depending on how you respond one may need to start oral medications like methotrexate ( if psoriasis is generalised) - For isolated scalp psoriasis - there are different types of sham... | |
Sleeplessness, both day and night, frustration. Solution?
At first it was just my eyes closing and id suddenly wake up. Till eventually i am awake all night till 5am. Now it is my body jumping every time i try and fall asleep and i cant sleep. I am so tired in the day time and i cant sleep in the day time. Some times ... | Hello and I have read your mail in detail and wants to help you out. All the symptoms you have explained in you mail are arising due to restlessness or sleeplessness. It may be due to anxiety or stress. No body in the world is stress free unless he/she is less than 3 years of age, its how we respond to the situations. ... | |
Why big toe is purple, hot with itchy sensation and feel pain while putting pressure?
My big toe is purple, tight and gas an itchy stinging sensation. When I put pressure on it I feel pain. There is a small red dot like under the skin and then it s yellowish colored skin around that then the rest if the toe is purple.... | In my opinion you have bacterial infection , i recommend you put your foot in hot water to force pus out or have aspiration done , then use oral and topical antibioticsGood Luck | |
What causes 'small echogenic nodule' in midpole of right kidney?
Midpole of right kidney, small echogenic nodule measuring 13.5mm. X16.1mm is seen. Fairly well defined and probably represents a small angiomyolipoma.this can be followed up with a repeat ultra-sound in 2-3 mths.I was told this by the radiologist and he... | Hello Thanks for writing to HCMSmall echogenic nodule in kidney is generally due to angiomyolipoma.Renal angiomyolipomas (AML) are benign renal neoplasm and are composed of vascular,smooth muscle and fat elements. Angiomyolipomas are often found incidentally when the kidneys are imaged for other reasons or as part of s... | |
Suggest treatment for purple colored itchy skin after a bee bite
Got stung by a wasp on my left arm near my wrist and it swlled the first 3 days then became itchy after the first day it had widen out over the days and was hot to the touch. Put benadryl cream on it now its finally stopped itching but now where the reac... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,Bee stings most often trigger allergies. However, most people are not allergic to insect stings and may mistake a normal sting reaction for an allergic reaction. Symptoms of a severe bee sting allergy may include one or more of the following Difficulty breathing,Hives that appear as a red, itchy ra... | |
Am I pregnant if having light periods, spotting after having unprotected sex?
Hello doctor, i had unprotected sex on my ovulation day last month then i had my period on time and it was ligter. And now im supposed to have my period but im spoting, i have never spoted before. This month i only had protected sex is it po... | unprotected sex on ovulation day may cause pregnancy so better to take a pregnancy test before taking any medicines even after pregnancy spotting is common | |
What causes painful lump underarm?
painful lump about a centimeter in diameterin my underarm for the past 3 days. it began as a little dot that hurt a bit to touch and has grown into its current form. feels a bit hard to touch. is it an abscess? WHat is usually the treatment for this. | Hello! Welcome to HCM.You havent mentioned your sex, presence or absence of fever..This can be an enlarged lymph node or abscess or sebaceous cyst...Local examination tells us the exact diagnosis, as per its consistency, presence or absence of punctum, mobility etc.If required, FNAC - fine needle aspiration cytology is... | |
What does an indention from belly button indicate after an IUI ?
I m 7 day past IUI and as of my 4th day I have noticed a noticable line in the bikini area. The following day a few inches from my belly botton there was an indentation. If I look at my abdomen where the uterus is I have a crescent like shape on my skin ... | it can sometimes happen after iui. fo not get panic. get uri e pregnancy test done 14 days after iui. all d best. do not lise hope. | |
What causes a pea sized lump below the left breast?
Hello doctor. I have bump pea size under my skin located below my left breast, that started as a white looking dot under the skin that i could not feel. Now it is dark in the area and is the same size. It has a tiny dark pin size color in the center. What do you... | Respected user , HiThanks for using Healthcaremagic.com I have evaluated your query thoroughly .* This is most probably sebaceous cyst , needs confirmation with high resolution photograph dear .Hope this clears your query .Welcome for further assistance .Regards . | |
Suggest treatment for a cyst in the third ventricle
I have a cyst in the third ventrical showed up on cat scan not on mri they werent shure it might even be a tumor what follow up procedures besides aditional mri at a later day is there needed i was told i dont have to see my neurologist anymore by him and her ordere ... | if this is a cyst/tumor in 3rd ventricle, it can cause obstruction in CSF flor from lateral ventricles down to fourth ventricle and can lead to hydrocephalus. Option available are 1) open surgery by neurosurgeon2) Endoscopic third ventriculostomy3) Gamma knife surgeryRight procedure will be determined based on patient ... | |
What causes heart palpitations at night?
Why does my heart skipped a beat when I lying down at night only.It goes away but I get nervous and I ready to sleep but it distract my sleep pattern. I don t feel them in the morning only when I lying on my back or left side. I take 25mg atenelol. I notice the skip a beat thre... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. To know the exact pattern of arrhythmia ,you have to undergo ECG with long lead II recording for 2 minutes and if indicated Holter monitoring. Ventricular premature beats may be causing missed beat feeling due to compensatory... | |
Done chemo for lymphoma, difficulty in losing weight. What should be done?
I had 6 mos. chemo in 2010 for lymphoma . I am over weight & my Dr. wants me to lose weight.because cancer is related to weight gain . I don t eat much on a daily basis, however, it seems like nothing will move the scale. I think the drug predi... | Hi, first of all , prednisolone is not responsible for your present situation. What I can suggest is, stop oily food, eat lot of vegetables, stop red meat. You should climb the stairs and not to use the lift. Remove ice cream, colas, fruit juices from your diet chart. Cycling is the best exercise. Most important to kee... | |
How to find if intestinal amoeba is cured?
Hi im gefrelyn corpuz i live in philippines and i have a son his 5 months old and his having an intestinal ameaba and he is now taking medicines but i just want to know how is the condition of a baby if he is already treated and free to ameaba parasites? | Hello,Welcome to HCM.I appreciate your concern for your son.Treatment of amebiasis basically consist of two different kind of antibiotics, one for clearing amoeba from intestine and one for clearing amoeba from tissues like liver, blood, etc. Former is mostly iodoquinol, diloxanide furoate or paromomycine and later ... | |
Prescribed valium before root canal treatment. Is 5gm low dosage and will it have any side effect?
I am having a root canal tomorrow and my dentist has prescribed 5 grams of valium, one to take tonight and one to take an hour before my appt. Is 5 grams a low dosage? Have never taken it before, am nervous, how will it ... | Hello,As valium is an anti-anxiety medication, it will reduce your anxiety while the procedure, there is no need to worry about the doses it is fine.It is not like that you will feel sleepy at the time of appointment it will just reduce your anxiety.Thank youRegards | |
What causes tingling in forearms/legs after having steroid injection for pneumonia?
I went to the doctor today and found out that I have pneumonia. I got a steroid injection and breathing treatment in the office and was sent home with levaquin, albuterol, and cough medicine. My forearms and legs are very tingly and al... | Tingling in extremities may be a sign of peripheral neuropathy, wich is most of the cases caused by inflammatory injury to the nerves. Anti-TNF drugs, such as Humira, have been reported to be associated to this kind of injury, that can be potentialized when associated to steroids. You should visit your attending rheuma... | |
What does SGPT level of 110 indicate?
one month before i was affected by jaundice and i took ayurvedic treatment for that but, yesterday my blood studies shows that my billirubin level was brought to normal and my SGPT level is 110. so what should i expect and what are the diet that i have to follow ? | Hi.Thanks for posting query at HCM.Usually ALT or AST values higher than "two times the upper normal limit", is considered abnormal ( in some countries, ALT or AST values of more than 100 are considered abnormal). Value of AST or ALT greater than 85 or above maybe investigated further.viral hepatitis ( HAV,HBV,HCV) are... | |
Will chemotherapy affect blood pressure?
I have had a mastectomy recently and my blood pressure was very high and I was told that my b.pressure should have been addressed before surgery. I have to receive chemotherapy next week and my blood pressure is still high - although dropped a little - it is now 159/74 pulse 7... | hi, some of drugs from chemotherapy tend to increase the blood pressure. so it's better your blood pressure is under control before hand. And be achieved very easily.Also maintain healthy lifestyle like low salt diet, low sugar and fat diet. Daily walking etc.If your kidney is normal , i would have started tab Telmisar... | |
How safe is taking Ibuprofen for swelling of gums and throat gland?
I had a failed root canal so now i only have half a tooth that i know must be taken out, however tonight around the tooth, my gums are swollen down to my throat gland. it hurts so i took ibuprofen. what will stop the pain for the meantime and is swoll... | Thanks for using health Care magic.Read your query.It is very unfortunate for the failure of the root canal ,but it does happens .The swelling of the gums could be due to the formation of an abscess in relation to the tooth.For pain you can take ibuprofen(if you are not allergic to any medicine).Antibiotic coverage may... | |
Suggest treatment for runny nose,ear infection and low grade fever
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I have twin boys. They have had runny noses for going on 4 weeks. Last Wednesday, I took them in to have their ears looked at. One had an ear infection and was put on antib... | Hello and welcome to healthcare magicStart a good antibiotic from macrolide group e.g azithromycin (Azomax).Add antiallergic like cetrizine and syrup ivy leaf extract for cough .For fever and pain I would advise paracetamol.Provide complete comfort by aqequate rest,hydration by hot drinks and home remedies like ginger ... | |
Why do I get sharp pains in my chest?
I get random sharp pains in my chest, over my heart, that last for about 2-3 minutes, it hurts to breathe during this time, and they get sharper during breaths. This is the 5th time this month as of today, May 8th. what is this? i am 14 years old, and a female | Hi thanks for asking question.If you have common cold with sore throat like repeated viral infection then it can lead such pain as constitutional symptoms.Treat it symptomatically.If fever also present with cough and CBC show high WBC count then rule out pneumonitis like condition by chest x ray.Antibiotic needed for i... | |
Lip changing to white color, have habit of biting lips. What could be this?
I am Manoj from chennai. For the past 3 weeks i am having problem with my lips. I have the habit of bitting my lips and now the problem is the color of my lower lips changing to white :( (when i close my lips its not visible) I recently consul... | Hi manoj, Thanks for writing to us. Lip biting habit has lead your lips into dehydration and thereby results in dekeratinisation of lips. Take plenty of water and fluids. Vitamin rich fruits,vegetables has to be taken. Apply mucopain gel on the affected area. Take iron,folic acid and vit.c supplements. Keep your lips h... | |
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... | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it... | |
Is long term use of Lecope-M safe for kids?
hi,sir. mydaugnter is 10 and she is advised lecope-m kid for three months.she suffers from dust allergy. if she does not take the tab she needs nebulization once or twice a day .is it safe to take the drug or is there any other solution .please answer | Hi thank you for choosing healthcare magic. Regarding your child lecope M is a safe medicine and it has to be taken continuously for atleast 3 to 6 months to have good benefit. Take it regularly in evenings and you will a good response. And is she requiring normal saline or salbutamol nebulisation? If she is requiring... | |
Do I need anti-rabies shot for wound on leg?
i got a small wound on my leg.. same size as a grain of a rice... but around the wound.. it is swelling.. i dont remember when did my dogs scratch me... 3 of dem are immunize already.. but the other one isnt... is swelling around the wound a sign of rabies?... i had tetanus... | HIThanks for posting your query to Healthcaremagic . I presume the other dog which is not immunised is your pet dog and not a stray dog . If it's your pet dog and you can observe the dog for 10 days and within this 10 days nothing abnormal ( including death of dog ) happens then there is no need of Rabies Vaccine .... | |
Taking Lo Loestrin. No period. Cramps, sweating, shaking, urge to pass stool
Hi, I am not do for a period at all, and haven t actually had one in 5-6 months since my BC pill tends to do that. Im on Loesterin24fe and just started my first pack of Lo Loesterin with no time off in between the 2. Today, out of nowhere, I ... | Hello,Thanks for posting your query on health care magic.It could be one of the side effects of the drug itself.You need to get a transvaginal USG done immediately.Consult your GP for further course of treatment.Hope this helps.regards,Dr Nilofer | |
Q. Why am I not losing weight in spite of exercise and diet?
Hi doctor, I could not lose weight no matter what I do. I have acne on my chin and cheeks, increased facial hair and my hips, thighs and stomach will not lean out both with exercise and diet. I was told to take Nature-Thyroid for low T3, but felt like my thr... | Hello. Thank you for providing a good history. First of all I want you to take a deep breath and relax. If you could please answer these questions it would be very helpful. Revert back with the answers to the above questions to an internal medicine physician online --> | |
What are Lube side effects?
Hi. Im mrs. Zeeshan. im a mother of 1 and have used lube after 1 child bt v hv removed it alrdy 3 mnths ago.my child is 2yrs now so v r planing to hv anodr child. I ve used tempons 4 tyms in ds last 3 months. ive byn tyn to concieve frm last 3 mnths bt cant. jus wna no that does lube gvs an... | Hi,I guess your concern is to become pregnant, and whether these - lubes, tampons are hindering from you becoming pregnant? right?As per the details you have given, my straight forward answer is Yes, you can become pregnant. Well, you have not shared the information as how old are you? What's your exact age and whether... | |
What causes pain in the middle of chest?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... I get tensed and mad so easily that I feel chest pain in the middle part of my chest but mostly to the right part. What does this pain mean? AM I stressing out or going through something? Please ad... | yes this pain is due to anxiety or stress ...it is nothing to do with cardiac disease ..please take care of your BP and blood sugar etc ...you may pracice deep breathing when you are feeling angry or tense ...other option is yoga and meditation ...but if these things do not work ..please see a psychiatrist | |
Erratic behavior, irrelevant talking. Advised to do blood tests. Taking zefretol. What is the reason for feeling drowsy?
My father is 68 years old. We have noticed that he shows some erratic behaviour, irrelevant talking for few moments again he comes to the original behavoiur during a day. We have consulted with neur... | Hi Dr Bijoy, Thanks for using healthcare magic. I have gone through your available history. What your father has is delirium. The cause of delirium has to be find out. the causes include electrolyte imbalance, neurological problem or alcohol withdrawal if any. Both Zefretol as well as lobazam is responsible for weaknes... | |
Is linear density in lung serious?
My check-up resulted in the prognosis.... Multiple prior studies,most recent 10/11/2013....Findings...A Linear density is seen in the the right mid-lung which was not previously apparent.The lungs are withoutout other abnormal density The heart and pulmonary vascularity are normal. | Thanks for your question on HCM. In my opinion you should first consult pulmonologist and get done CT THORAX to rule out plate atelectesis. This is segmental partial collapse of lung mostly due to retained secretions in the lumen. So small segments can cause partial collapse and produce linear(plate) atelectesis. And ... | |
Is glycerin suppository intake once every 4 days by a 5-year-old harmful in the long run?
My grandson is 5 years old, a twin, weighs about 35 lbs. He has not been diagnosed with autism. He has a problem with stool withholding. a glycerin suppository every few days seems to be quite effective but his mother is afraid h... | Hello, my name is Dr Dorina Gurabardhi. I understand your concern. Some advices that I can give to you are:-Drink more water. -Eat more fiber, especially soluble, non-fermentable fiber. -Exercise more. -Drink coffee, especially caffeinated coffee. -Take senna, an herbal laxative. -Eat probiotic foods or take probiotic ... | |
How to treat excruciating pain on the left side of the head and neck?
I had brain surgery for chiari malformation and syringomyelia 1.5 years ago. In the last 6-8 months, I have excruciating pain on the side of my head (near ear, jaw, neck into scapula area). Also, the posterior veins in my neck are distended. Any tho... | Hi, The neuralgic pain can be treated with pregabalin capsules. Distension of veins in the neck needs evaluation. Clinical examination should be followed by cardiac and brain evaluation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sudhir Kumar, Neurologist | |
Suggest treatment for tender lump by my left tragis
I have a tender lump by my left Tragis that just developed a couple of days ago(2) . The bump is small but tge irritable tenderness travels to my upper jaw just below my ear lobe. Idk what s going considering I haven t done anything, its rather small, but its worriso... | Since the history is only for 2 days it is more likely to be a boil.. In medical term we calling it as furuncle..just take a course of antibiotic (Amoxyclav 625 mg twice daily) for 5 days along with pain killers.. It should subside.. Hope I answered your question.. Have a good day.. | |
What causes my kid get loose motion after drinking milk?
hi, my son is 2.5 years old. he cannot digest milk. i am giving him double toned milk but immediately he suffers from loose motion. then i have started to give him cow milk but it also does not work. please help doctor .please suggest which milk will be suitable... | Hi, welcome to HCM. Since, loose stools are occurring whenever you are giving milk to child, it seems that your child has cow milk allergy. You need to give lactose free milk formula to child like zerolac, nusobee, Similac sensitive or Similac Isomil. I hope this will help you. Take care. | |
Suggest treatment for swollen glands and tongue
I am tested and diagnosed for having allergic to Fish, Beef, Onion, Spices, Dairy products. I experience itching rashes all around my body, including rashes and swollen genitals, swollen tongue at differnt occasions. Can you suggest an all encompsssing medicine. | First of all, if you have an diagnosed allergy to some things like fish or beef than avoid them as much as you can. Take some anti-allergic like montair-lc or allegra-m once daily at night for at-least 10 days. For swollen glands and tongue you can take combiflam or ibugesic-plus. Avoid direct contact with other allerg... | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it... | |
What causes itchy rashes around abdomen?
I have a strange rash at 3-4 places around the abdomen. Very itchy at times and fine at others. There is a burn like crust on 3 of them. I m worried that this could be scabies or other bugs? The pa thinks it may be an allergic reaction to something I wore but I don t really agr... | Hi.. Itchy rashes can be most probably due to allergic reaction however it can also be due to Eczematous Dermatitis.. So my suggestion is to consult a Dermatologist and get evaluated and a clinical examination and investigations like allergy test can be done for confirmation.. For now you can take antihistamine luke Le... | |
Suggest remedy for rash on leg
I got somekind of a possible insect bite on my lower leg. It looks like a big misquito bite, but after several days the itching and rash grew around it until the whole area is now about a 1 & 1/2 diameter. It is very red and speckeled, like a rash, but seems to look red between the speck... | Hi.As per your case history you are having insect bite dermatitis.My treatment advice is – 1. Don’t squeeze the lesions as it may worsen the condition.2. Apply a mild antibiotic plus steroid cream like fusiderm-B cream twice daily on it.3. Take an antihistamine like levocetirizine for 7-10days .4. Other treatment optio... | |
What prognosis is recommended for fibromyalgia after discontinuing anti-depressants?
I have Fibromyalgia I suffer with Depression.....trying to find the right antidepressant that does not cause diarrhea. I have currently been on Effexor for the last two years and suffered with diarrhea so bad I could not leave the hou... | Hello, Complete cure is not possible. You can continue analgesics and can lead a near normal life. Avoid unwanted stress and anxiety as it can worsen the symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Is stomach aches and diarrhea sign of Thiobacillus bacterial infection?
we were at a campground on the coast of Maine. There are published reports of this being a problem with local wells. and a lot of people started to get sick. 4 in our party of 6, 7 in a party of 10, and a lot of singles, mostly adults. Could it ha... | Hello,I understand your concern.I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious diseases specialist, answering your query.In my opinion you should go for culture and sensitivity testing for stool.The symptoms resembles those of thiobacillus infection but further confirmation can be done by microscopic examination, culture and sensitivi... | |
What causes leg pain in a 15 month baby?
Hello, My 15 months old baby girl started to have this leg pain and she wouldn t put her foot on the floor at first then a little after she would try and would start crying and limping when trying to walk. It bothered her more when I tried to stretch her knee or when she puts w... | Since when is she having this problem? Rule out trauma first and get an X-ray done. If that is normal she will need to be evaluated for Vit. C deficiencyVit. D deficiencyand a muscular disorder | |
Suggest medication for toothaches after retrieval of wisdom teeth
my daughter has been suffering from what she calls toothaches since she has had a wisdom teeth out when I mean severe I mean severe crying moaning etc even oxycontin does not take the pain away it is always on the left side and at the far back of the mo... | Hi,Thanks for posting the query, I would like to tell you that pain, swelling, fever, malaise, nausea are common side effects after wisdom tooth removal you dont worry about the symptoms as they will subside after sometimes, take tab almox c TDS and tab aceclofenac P TDS for three days at h... | |
Suggest medication for severe pain at the lower back
hi i have sevior pain in my lower back i have not been able to move for two days i cant sit up stand or walik and the pain is getting worse its ok when i lay down but it dose not go compleatly i have had blured vission and get pain in the bottom of my back in my hi... | Hi, You can take bed rest and tramadol for pain relief.but be informed that you should get examined by orthopedics to know cause of your back pain. | |
What is the recurrent swelling and lump in the groin?
I m a Male 54 yrs of age. My left groin area is slightly swollen and has been for 6 months. The swelling goes from the testi (which has been diagnosed with a spermatocile via an ultrasound), and extends approximately 3 along the line between the leg & abdomen. I ve... | hi.it is best if you consult with a urologist with regards to your spermatocoele as it might be progressing. you will not be exposed to any radiation on ultrasonographic examination. further diagnostic modalities and management will be directed accordingly.hope this helps.good day!!~dr.kaye | |
Q. I had a mole removed which had a darker dot. Was it a melanoma?
Hi doctor, I had a mole removed yesterday from my leg and I am very worried despite my dermatologist saying she did not think it was melanoma. She said she knew I would stare at it constantly and worry and that taking an atypical mole off here and ther... | Hello. I saw the picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Clinically, it does not look like melanoma, but it is good that your dermatologist did a biopsy. So, the result will show us if it is a melanoma or not. It may most likely be a dysplastic nevus. I am sure your dermatologist would have looked at ... | |
Suggest remedy for swelling in leg post cellulitis treatment
Hi, am making very slow recovery from cellulitis ( now 5 weeks) in my left leg Now pain and red, purple colour mostly gone from lower leg and thigh and can walk again without the extreme burning pain In my foot. Colour remains in ankle but much lighter. Curr... | hi,thank you for providing the brief history of you.A thorough neuromuscular assessment is advised.As you had cellulitis, now the concern is about the swelling you are facing. For which I will recommend you to undergo physical therapy for cellulites. With physical therapy after a thorough assessment of your condition t... | |
Suggest treatment for foul smell from ear post ear infection
Hi, my 2 year old son had ear tubes a year ago and recently had an ear infection with lots of ear drainage which was treated with antibiotics. He now has a very bad smell coming from his ear and occasionally sticks his finger in his ear. Does he need anothe ... | Hello, Welcome to HCM.You have said that your son is having foul smelling ear discharge and sticks his finger in ear. This is suggestive of itching or pain in ear. While bad smelling discharge from ear suggests that ear infection is still there. Here I would like to know which antibiotic was give for previous ear infec... | |
Light headedness, no headache. Taking Flomax
64 year old male, good health, 5'9" 165 lbs. This evening I am experiencing a light headed pulsing sensation in my head. This has occurred twice before in the last 2 weeks. There is no headache or pain. Just a strange feeling and now that it has occurred again I am a bit co... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.You need to get evaluated by your GP. In addition, your BP should be checked in lying down and standing position, to see if your BP drops while standing (postural hypotension). This can cause light headedness.Also, your hemoglobin, sugar, cholesterol levels should be checked in the b... | |
Does melatonin help for concussion?
My daughter has a concussion from playing at the NCAA volleyball last weekend. Her sports therapist advised her to take melatonin to help with the concussion. I'm hoping it's a mild concussion but not sure how melatonin will help or affect her concussion. I just need to know more... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.Melatonin is a hormone released from pineal gland and helps in regulation of sleep. It is particularly helpful in sleep disorders such as jet lag, shift work sleep disorder, etc.So, if your daughter has sleep disorder, taking melatonin would help, otherwise, I am not sure whether it ... | |
Suggest treatment to reduce the gaps in between the teeth
Hello. I have small gaps in my four front teeth, and my front two teeth have slightly more space than the other adjacent teeth. The two front teeth look bigger than the others when I smile. So what is the best way to fill all the gaps and improve, so I can have... | Thanks for using Health Care Magic.Read your query.The spacing can be corrected by orthodontic treatment or by filling depending upon the space , position,age and many other factors.I would advice you to visit a dentist / orthodontist and he will look at it and suggest whether it can be closed by filling or by retainer... |
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