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Suggest treatment for lumps
Hello there, I have had a blood test which showed a blood clot . The hospital scanned me as I have a lump in my lower leg which they think is a cluster of raised blood vessels? They gave me some cream and some anti inflammatory medication. Trouble is i am worried as the lump is quite solid ... | IF SIZE OF LUMP REMAINS SAME ,YOU NEED NOT TO DO ANY THING .IT IS AN SMALL VESSELS CULSTER.PIC OF LUMP WILL MAKE ME MORE SUGGESTIVE. | |
What is the constant back ache and lethargy?
My stomach and back hurt all the time. Basically, my whole mid-section. I can't afford to get this checked out and my doctor has ran several tests on me but can't find anything. I wonder if I'm diabetic but can it cause all of this? Also, I'm always tired 24/7 and really do... | Let's talk step by step from what all issue you have given here:First stomach pain: here if you have done all test but I just want to know how about ultrasound of abdomen. If you have already done then what was the report. If report was normal then your pain could be related to gastritis. And you need to take anta acid... | |
What is the treatment for white marks on the hands?
Dear doctor from last 6 month there are white marks in my both hands, i had gone to skin doctor, they had given me the lotion- vitilo and cream micogel , but still the marks are not gone, so pls give any other cream name or tablets so the marks on my hand get cure | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern looking to the history given here I could say that if this is vitiligo then one must continue the medicine for long time and for that the treatment need to done by the dermatologist, the regime of this disease goes on changing periodically, hope this information... | |
Is MEBEX intake safe during pregnancy?
Now my age is 28 year. I am 21 weeks pregnant. For worm, my doctor suggested MEBEX -100 mg. I had 1 tablet in morning. Please advice it is safe or if not, please advice the solution. Please advice any side effect or any effect on my baby of MEBEX 100 mg | Hello, I'm Dr. Branch, thanks for using 'Ask a Doctor'. After the first trimester, MEBEX is considered safe and recommended for treatment of worms. No harm has been shown to be caused by MEBEX to babies; however, untreated worms has been shown to harm babies, and so I would encourage you to take the medicine as prescri... | |
Is there any relation between stent placement and A-fib?
my husband had a stent placed in the LAD (which was found to have 95% blockage) 2 weeks ago. Today, an EKG strip showed A-fib. He is a-symptomatic because of his overall strength (which has always, and continues to cloud the picture.) This is the first... | hello thereI understand your concern totallyPost procedural arrhythmias are not uncommon. However an Echo will rule out any structural defect of the heart importantly a Left atrial enlargement as the cause . For the rest it may just be a benign phenomenon I hope that was of help | |
What could be the large lump on the arm which is tender?
I just noticed a large lump on the outside or inner part of arm. (Closest to my back) Its tender and I'm a little concerned. There is some discomfort. I am not noticing any pain anywhere else on the arm or armpit. Can you tell me what it possibly could be?thanks... | Hi.This can be an abscess. So the pain.Show it to the Doctor to get a proper diagnosis and proper treatment. | |
Does chickenpox in childhood make one a carrier of hepatitis simplex?
If you ever had chickenpox as a child? Does that make you a carrier of hepatitis simplex 1. & is it contagious if there is no active open soars. I have had cold soars since 2 grade and my friend had recently decided I gave him an STD and He just nev... | Hello,Thank you for your contact to healthcare magic.I understand your health concern, if I am your doctor I suggest you are mixing the three viruses first is hepatitis, second is herpes simplex and third chicken pox virus. All three are different viruses and any once infection won't cause recurrence of other.I will be... | |
Does Femiplan help in conceving?
1.Hi,is it true that if you take femiplan for amonth or two then stop you can get pregnant easpecially if u are a ttc.2. been ttc for 4months now,i took clomid first dose but got my pees thismonth on 7th jan should i wait or take another dose,next month? | Hi actually femiplan is a contraceptive pill and you can conceive only after stopping the pill. If you take it for 1 to 2 months, it will help in synchronised growth of follicles and prevent any cyst formation. So in some ways it can help in conceiving in the cycles after stopping the pill.You can take clomid for 6 cyc... | |
What causes lump under the armpit?
hi, i am a 30 yr old male, fit, healthy, not overweight, eat well, non smoker etc. have quite a good size lump under my right armpit, non painful, not soft nor very hard, gland like texture. had smaller lumps checked last year at docs, blood tests etc all came back fine. not sure now... | Hi,Dear,Good Morning and Thanks for your query to my virtual Clinic At HCM.I studied your query in depth and understood your concerns .Causes for lump under armpit area- as follows-Mostly they are Acute on Chronic boil,which is growing now.Check with ER Surgeon and check your fbs and pps, to resolve the worry.Don't wor... | |
Child has protrusions on skin, no redness or itching. Which test to do to identify problem?
Thanks.My son is 17 years old and when he was around 9 or 10 years he started showing some small protrusions in the skin like a common allergy. It all started in his hand, then slowly started spreading to face , to other parts... | tese are allergic symptomps you need to know the cause of allergy medicines are not cure but to subside te problemsget blood tests for specific antibodies for various allergens like foods drugs pollens clothes and body application materials and body contact metalsfind cause to treat it accordingly | |
What causes tingling in left arm, sweating and shortness of breath?
hello im seriously worried ive been smoking weed for 7yrs & ive recently experienced tingling in my left arm n finger tips, i also experienced sweating n shortness of breathe. i have mental health issues n depression for 13yrs could you give me som ad... | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!I understand your concern and would explain that your symptoms may be related to anxiety. A seizure could also mimic these clinical scenario. But a transitory ischemic attack can not be excluded. The fact that you have been smoking weed for 7 years is really concerning. How... | |
What needs to be done to stop the bleeding and pain after intake of daflon ?
i take low dose birth control pill for the first time after taking 6th tablet heavy bleeding with pain started i go to the doctor she stopped the pill and give me daflon and ponstone tablets 3 times a day now it is 5th day i am still bleeding... | Hello,Drugs like tranexa can be taken to control bleeding.If bleeding persist better to consult a gynecologist and get evaluated.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Q. Do temporal area pigmentation with retinal elevation need surgery?
Hi doctor, I went to an optometrist and diagnosed with something like below. Retinal exam showed OD temporal area of pigmentation (old chrpe vs atropical hole) with area of retinal elevation. I have attached the optomaps. Can you please tell me how ... | Hello. I have gone through your optomap. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The first (left eye) one seems fine. The second one (right eye) on your left-hand side has a few changes. It is a bit tricky to make assumptions based on images, but are you referring to the retinal elevation and hole and chrpe ... | |
Diagnosed with cystitis, back pain, tiredness. Given cranberry juice. What else can be done?
my 8 year old daughter was diagnosed with cystistis 3 days ago and started on trimethroprim. She no longer has pain on weeing but has lower back pain and is slightly off her food and tired. I am giving her cranberry juice and ... | Hi, Do not worry as your daughter is going through such problems due to cystitis, which you are correctly treating. You can use some pain-killers such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen for pain. You can also apply some warm clothes to her back to relieve the pain. Usually, I recommend my patients to put their feet in hot w... | |
What causes pain in the chest near the arm pit?
I am 33 yrs old i have anxiety. I've been having pains in my chest on the right side kinda by the arm pit. I'm thinking it's indigestion cause sometimes it feels like something is sitting on my chest. Also the chest pains come an go. My back has started hurting to I know... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, you are mostly having stress and anxiety related GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) which is causing you chest pain and back pain. GERD is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach ... | |
Suggest medication to cure genital warts
2 months ago i had a protected sex with a prostitute..she didnt even do a oral to me...now i think i have genital warts....its on my groin area..day by day no. of warts are increasing...can u prescribe a medicine (like gel) for this...where can i get it in bangalore.. | Hi, If you are sure its genital it can be due to papilloma virus. Share a picture for confirmation. It is not that easy to cure papilloma virus wart by a gel - don't get cheated by online advertisement, meet a doctor in person get antiviral treatment and if needed cryotherapy will be given to remove warts for complete... | |
Need medication for swelling of ankles
I have been furosemide for over 52 years ,my doctor has seen my very swollen ankles . I take 3 tablets in the morning and mow 2 in the afternoon plus 3 spirolactin in the morning ,I have had valve replacement 20 months ago and 2 days after became very ill from an infection in the... | dear Sir/madam, thanks for asking question, I have understood your concern, at present you are suffering from post valve replacement debility, after any surgery, there are frequent chance of having infection so same in your case also. you had recurrence of infection so ultimately first immunity lower down and then pulm... | |
What causes epilepsy attack after rise in body temperature?
My son (3 yrs) started showing symptoms of epylepsy with a rise in body temperature. He had symptoms of cold last week but was found fit just before showing the symptoms. the same was happened one & half year back and doctor said nothing wrong with him. what ... | Hi, Febrile seizures are seizures which occur during high fever in some kids. They usually occur from 6 months to 6 years of age and usually are self-limiting after 6 years of age. They usually do not leave any focal neurological deficits also. Rather than the height of the temperature, the rapidity of rise of temperat... | |
What causes small boil on the penis in children?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... my son is 8 1/2 month old and not circumsied however he went to a specialist at three weeks and he forced the foredkin back as a preparation for circumsision... we did not go through with ci... | It may be molluscum contagiosum which is an viral infection. It may be removed by expressing the lesion or with cautry. It may b left behind as it will not cause harm. | |
How can severe anxiety and stress be treated?
I have been having trouble with shaking. Not real bad just feel like my nerves are quivering. Morning is bad. I am right now and it is 6:00 pm here. I have had a lot of stress lately. Getting ready to go to Texas. Could it be stress. Never had anxiety attacks before. Possi... | Hi mam,Welcome to health care magic,I suggest you to start on antianxiety drugs like ETIZOLAM in the morning and CITA S FORTE in the nightYou can also practice deep breathing techniques | |
Can foot pain and red bruise knee be related?
hi. My legs are bright red from the knee down and both ankles look bruised in a circular formation around them. What can cause this? I also have terrible foot pain. I don t know if that s related. The red area and the bruised areas do not hurt but look terrible. | Dear Patient,your symptoms looks like infection or allergic lesions, you should get yourself screened by your doctor, and take precautions as advised, I feel once an clear diagnosis is made, than proper treatment can be initiated.thanks | |
Suggest treatment for hard bump by my vagina
When I was showering I noticed a hard bump by my vagina and it was more towards my buttocks but kinda by my leg. Well anyways I was picking at it because it was hard and I pulled out white stuff that was like in a ball almost like you would pick out of a zit on your face so... | Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.This looks to be a boil only. You have already pulled out the white stuff. Wait and watch. If this settles , nothing to worry about. If there is increase in redness, swelling, pain - consult a Doctor and get a few days of antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medicines'cours... | |
Low HB, iron values, had increase in count post transfusion. Normal test results. Cause?
hi there, I am 34yr old female and have a HB of 10.6 (it was at 65 in January when i was 36 weeks pregnant and received 3 units of blood ) and my iron is at 6. Since the transfusion, it climbed to 80 then 110 (ferrous fumarate 3x ... | Hi. The most common cause of anemia in females is menstrual loss which leads to iron deficiency anemia. Im not sure if your menstrual cycles are normal and that you do not have too much blood loss. If not, there may be parasitic infection in your gut which can cause blood loss. A stool for occult blood may be done to l... | |
Did Ecstasy pill causes nose bleed?
I had ingested an Ecstasy pill at night. The next day when i woke up my nose started to bleed on its own and it stopped after a while. This had happened to me on a number of occasions when i was a child because of the heat and dryness. Is this because of the E taken or some other re... | Hi,It may cause nose bleed. Ecstasy may cause bleeding from the nose apparently due to high blood pressure. However, other causes of nose bleed should be ascertained and treated accordingly by your doctor.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, Gener... | |
How can severe pain in the lower back be treated?
My name is Patti. I'm female, 59. Having severe left side lower back pain every night while in bed. Trying to get myself up I feel horrible pain. It subsides most of the way after i'm up and about and walking around. Is this something I should see my Dr about? | dear madam,i would like to know any history of tingling or numbness in your lower limbs, any history of weakness or urinary or bowel disturbances.i would also examine your back for bony tenderness.based on your description my differentials would beacute muscle strain for which rest and analgesics would sufficePIVD for ... | |
Back injury, severe pain, hurts to turn, bend, lean forward. Suggestions?
Hello. I was just wondering if you could give me some advice. A month ago I slipped and fell down my steps and I landed on my back on a step. It hurt extremely bad, but shortly after, the pain went away so I thought I was fine. But as the days p... | Hello Stephanie, Thank you for your post. You are probably having a vertebral column injury or spinal cord injury or just post traumatic pain ( due to pressure on your back muscles and subsequent inflammation). Spinal cord injury is most unlikely because if you have, you should have started developing nervous deficits ... | |
How to get rid of pain in abdomen?
I on my period for the ninth day ,although i have just started taking the contreceptive mixed pill but my period is heavier that it has ever been before and the pain is the worst ive had before,like sharp stabbing pain constantly also i feel horribly sick and my womb feels sore/hurts... | Hi Definitely this is not normal. There might be some problem in your uterus like fibroid . You need to get an ultrasound abdomen pelvis scan and consult a gynecologist. Till then you can take tab meftal spas 2 times a day. | |
Tubes are tied, baby kicking feel in the abdomen. Had heavy periods. What could it be?
Hi, I'm a 49 year old woman. Still getting monthly menstrual cycles. I have two children, 18 and 16 years old and had my tubes tied right after my last child. During the past two months, I've been feeling what I can only describe as... | in my opinion there can be harmonal disturbances as the age is for menopause these type of symptomps occur when harmonal chages occur in this age towards menaupause so slowly there will be adjustmentto confirm you should consult your gynaec | |
What causes fluctuating pulse rate post Losartan withdrawal?
I ve been taking losartan 50mg for about year. I decided not to take it, for about 8days now because i was feeling neck and shoulder pain and cramping in my legs at night while i sleep. I m checking my blood pressure almost everyday. What puzzles me is that ... | welcome to hcm ...what is status of bp ...if it is above 140/90 then please restart losartan as irregular pulse will be controlled ..as high bp also causes fluctuating pulse | |
How to treat child with nightmares?
Since learning a little about death a year ago my now 6 year old daughter has nightmares approx 5 times a week. They vary from monsters to hands coming out of the wall, being lost in forests, being chopped up (!), etc. She usually has them between 120.30am and 4am and can wake screa... | Hi,That is definitely due to watching horrible movies and TV serials, talking/listening about these things from siblings and friends, also parents sometimes talk about these unknowingly to maintain some fear in order to teach/follow good habits.It is called night terrors, needs to counsel your child, may need to visit ... | |
Are nausea, tiredness and temperature due to pregnancy?
Dear Doctor, On 8th and 13th of July I had unprotected sex. After both times I took Postinor 1. On 13th I got a bit bleeding but not too much. But on 29th I took pregnancy test that showed me a faint line. Also that day I had more brown spotting and fever. Next d... | Hello I suggest that you have a repeat beta hcg blood testand do a urinalysis .A temperature of 37- 37.5 is not fever.Do the tests from another laboratory.Hope you find my advice of some benefit.Good luck. | |
Is early delivery a safe option while experiencing high BP at 8th month of pregnancy?
Hi ..I m Priya I have high BP in 8th month..I admitted in hospital for 2days baby is safe n they have down scan on 9th August in that it s showing as follows Single live foetus in cephalic presentation..FHR:144bpm Placenta is anterio... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. A grade 3 placenta is a mature placenta. Your OB doctor is right to want you to repeat the ultra-sound scan sooner than the original due date. To wait longer would decrease the ability of the placenta to supply adequate nutri... | |
Suggest treatment for severe knee pain
I have a pain in my knee that extends to my hip. It only hurts when applying small amounts of pressure or when I m not bearing my full weight. Walking is fine and even running 5 miles is fine, no pain. It s just when I m not applying a lot of weight. | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.With such presentations in my clinic, I would first Reassure you because your problem is transient as It is not obvious with heavy activities.Then I will ask you to do plain X- ray for your knee and your hip to exclude any bony problem.Finally I will pr... | |
Suggest treatment for hydrocele
hello sir, i m suffering from hydrocele. I am still unmarried. according to my report :- mild free fluid seen in right and left scrotal sac .and dilated tortuous vessele seen in left spermatic cord measure about 3.2 mm in diameter,engorges on valsalva..what can i do now..is there any tr... | HelloThanks for query.You have bilateral minimal hydrocele with Varicocele on Left side.If hydrocele is minimal you can wait for few months and expect it to get absorbed .Please consult qualified Urologist for clinical assessment.You may need to undergo surgery of Varicocele with Hydrocelectomy (If required.)Dr.Patil. | |
What causes watery stool in an infant?
my baby girl is 7 months old. 2 days back she passed little watery stool with blood . after that today she has passed the stool twice which is little watery. im giving her nan-2 milk, banana, dal water. what is teh problem. what precautions should i take ? | Hi... By what you quote it seems that your child has dysentry. I suggest you to do stool routine microscopy test. Probably the child will require antibiotics. The dose of antibiotics in child is given according to weight. I advice you to meet the local doctor or revert back with exact weight of child. Regards - Dr Deep... | |
What can cause swelling in the ankles?
Hi about a month ago my ankles started swelling quite a lot now it is also my feet the only changes in my life is the change from winter to a very hot summer my dr had also added atorvastatin 10 mil to my meds I have tried taking tynole to reduce the swelling but it has not worke... | Hi, It might be an ankle sprain or contusion. As the first line of mangement, you can take analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like Aceclofenac/Serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persist you can consult an orthopedician and get an MRI scan done. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I ... | |
I have edema on body. Tell me how to prevent microalbumin ?
my age 47 male i have edema on body when investigation found is blood sugar normal serum creatinine 1.3. serum uric acid 7.3. urine micro albumin 691mg/1.total cholesterlo 306. hdl 41 cho hdl cho 7.5. ldl 223 vldl cho42.triglycerides 211.albumin 3+.. 24 hrs u... | Please consult a nephrologist at the earliest, stop smoking,drinking alcohol. You need to do a routine urine examination and also get an ultrasound of the abdomen done | |
Does fatigue, dizziness and dull back pain need medical attention?
I am a 52 year old woman in good health other than I smoke, I have felt very tired today dizzy a couple of times and have like a burning sensation or dull pain in my mid back, my neck has been tense yet alot of stress going on should i go to the doctor | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, because of tense and stress condition such diffuse type of muscular pain is very common although this can be managed with analgesic and muscle relaxcent, but important is try to come out of stress, tense situation this would be much benefited than the medicines, hope ... | |
What causes enlarged lymph nodes above my collarbone?
I've had enlarged lymph nodes under my jaw for a year. Now I have more enlarged lymph nodes above my collarbone on both sides, plus I believe I have a large on under my left armpit. I frequently run low-grade (100 degrees F), and am very fatigued a lot of the tim... | Thanks for your query at HCM.I understand your concern and situation.You are having low grade fever and lymphadenopathy. The FNAC was negative. I suggest you to get your early morning sputum examination for ZN staining and mycobacterial culture to be done for 3 consecutive days. Take an ultrasound guided FNAC and get t... | |
What causes painful lump on the neck?
hello i am 24 yrs old i have no medical history.i have a small lump on my neck(it pains if i touch it) and my left hand was paining for 4 days and today my other hand also started paining. is there any connection between this lump and hand and what is this lump actually? | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Your lump on neck can be enlarged lymphnode due to reactive hyperplasia, tuberculosis or lymphoma. Or it can be some soft tissue tumor like lipoma or neurofibroma. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology or biopsy of that lump. It wi... | |
Reason for mad cow disease
What is this mad cow disease, is it caused by cow bite? | Mad cow disease is a rare illness people can get from eating infected beef.It is a fatal,neurodegenerative disease in cattle, that causes a spongy degeneration in the brain and spinal cord. In humans, the symptoms include insomnia, depression, confusion, personality and behavioral changes, and problems with memory, coo... | |
Q. I have anxiety and panic disorder. Can I drink occasionally?
Hi doctor, I have anxiety and panic disorder for the past five years, for which I was taking antidepressants. I have stopped taking antidepressants for more than eight months as I started feeling well. I drink alcohol occasionally. Is there any chance of ... | Hi. It is good that you do not have any symptoms even after stopping the medicines eight months back. There is always a chance that panic disorder and anxiety relapse. So you have to be careful and watchful that if any previous symptoms reappear or any new symptoms arise, then you have to consult your psychiatrist as s... | |
What causes burning in roof of mouth and vomiting while having Hepatitis-C?
Hi,My boyfriend has hep c and has stopped drinking. However, he has slipped a couple of times. He did last night. Now he has been throwing up stomach acid and is extremely uncomfortable in the roof of his mouth with burning (extreme) still... | Hello,I can understand your concern. As you know, nausea and vomiting after excessive drinking is an after-effect of alcohol consumption. The effects are heightened because your friend is suffering from Hepatitis and his liver is not capable of taking this load of metabolism of alcohol. If he wants to prevent complicat... | |
Can pseudomonas and cerebral palsy cause respiratory problems?
my son has been dealing with upper respitory issues. He was intubated 4 times last year while in the ICU. He got sudomonus while intubated. He also has Cerebal palsy. I would like to know if all these things have caused him to have these respitory problems... | Intubation have caused respiratory infection with pseudomonas in your son and not cerebral palsy. Consult chest physician as pseudomonas may be fatal.Hope my advice will help you. Take care. Don't forget to rate me. | |
What is the treatment of fever vomiting and loose motion in children ?
my son 1.5 yrs old having fever from last night. Did vomiting and had loose motion in the middle of the night and the fever receded. But from morning loose motion with yellowish sticky material. after light food (over boiled rice) 4 times motion i... | HiWelcome to the HCMIt seems to me that your child has an episode of viral gastroenteritis. Don't worry, it can be managed by the following measures:1. Keep him well hydrated by regular feeds and oral rehydration therapy such as lemonade, soups or butter milk. If the fluid loss is excessive, than hydrate with oral rehy... | |
What causes severe fatigue and tiredness while having common cold?
my husband has a cold? today he has slept all day and seems to be unresponsive at times. He has not really eaten much today. when he tries to get up, I have to help him because he seems weak and trembles, is this normal for a cold, he also was this way... | Hello dearThanks for using Healthcaremagic.comI have gone through your concern in depth .* All the symptoms do not match with the criteria of normal cold .* I strongly recommend to take him to ER for immediate evaluation and get proper diagnosis and management rather than opting for OTC medicines .Hope this ... | |
What causes skipped heart beats?
Occasionally, in the past, my heart will skip beats. I can feel it flutter in my chest when it occurs and I sometimes get light headed. It usually doesn t last long and stops on its own...During the last week, every day I ve had an episode of my heart beating twice, then skips a beat, ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Some palpitations are quite normal in every healthy individual due to physical activity or anxiety. Anyway, I would recommend consulting with your attending physician for a physical exam and some tests to investigate for poss... | |
Phlegm in cold, affect on liver
Hi, whenever I get colds, I have a lot of phlegm . I can never spit it out so I end up swallowing it all the time. Can this affect my liver to the point where I cannot get the full nutrients of foods or vitamins and supplements? | Hello, is a liquid secreted by the mucous membranes.Phlegm is more related to disease than is mucus. Phlegm is a secretion in the airway during disease and inflammation. Phlegm usually contains mucus with bacteria, debris, and sloughed-off inflammatory cells. Once phlegm has been expectorated by a cough it becomes sput... | |
What causes blood in urine of a child?
My six year old daughter went potty and her urine was medium-dark yellow in color but afterwards, she dripped drops of urine that was quite red or possible blood. I looked but saw nothing wrong on the outside. She s not complaining about any pain. Should I be concerned? | Hello. I just read through your question. The most common cause of blood in the urine, in the absence of trauma, is infection. If you suspect that it was blood, a urine sample should be sent to determine whether or not this is the case. if it is an infection, it can be easily treated. Outside of that, there is nothing ... | |
Suggest treatment for scarring/cicatricial alopecia
I am suffering from Scarring / Cicatricial alopicia since 6years. Right now about 70% of hair was lost. Initially i have taken treatment for about two years and then since last two years i have not been taken any treatment. Any treatment is available for scarring alo... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Scarring alopecia is permanent hair loss. Medical treatment will not help in treatment of scarring alopecia. You must undergo hair transplantation for curing scarring alopecia. Please do consult hair transplant surgeon.Hope I ... | |
What is irregular heart beat?
My son has been DNA tested and has Marfan's They believe he got the gene from me but will not DNA test me because of my age,(65), I have had most of the problems he is now going through with the exceptio of a dilated aorta, but I have been recently told I have an irregular heart beat and ... | welcome to hcm ..regular heart beat means that all heart beats are coming at fixed intervals ...regular beat means person has suppose heart beat of 80 or 70 or 75 fixed per minute but in irregular type one beat may be 90 ...next 85 or third 94 ..or heart beat changes beat to beat .. | |
What does this lab report indicate?
there are fibrohazy densities in the upper right lung. the trachea is deviated to the right due to positional obliquity the cardiac silhouette is not transversely enlarged both costophrenic sulci are sharply outlined. the diaphragn is low lying there is rightward curvature of the th... | Hello,According to the result, it is not anything serious to worry about. These findings are of the nearly normal situation.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Jnikolla | |
Suggest remedy for ADHD
i was just recently diagnoised with hypothyroid with a tsh of 5.41 and precribed synthroid 25mcg and onec weekly 50,000 usp vit D question : all the literature i have came across on the synthroid suggests that it should take 3-4 weeks before i notice any effect , here i'm two days later and i s... | Hello and welcome to Healthcare magic. First of all let me assure you that there is nothing you that you should be worried of.ADHD is usually a childhood disorder and rarely diagnosed in the adult. Eventhough you have not mentioned your age, I believe you are not having any fatures of ADHDA TSH of 5.41 is only a little... | |
How can a fractured hip be treated?
I currently have a fractured right hip which I am now being studied under several dr s to find out why, but lately I have been having the outside of my feet feel like they are sore or broken, and swelling in both, also both of my ring fingers are locking up and unable to straighten ... | Hi, Consult an orthopedician and get an MRI scan first. It is better to go for surgical intervention for optimum results. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Prescribed Acthar gel for multiple sclerosis, suffer hearing loss, gaining weight. Any suggestions ?
Hello, I am a 40 yr. old female. I have multiple sclerosis and was prescribed acthar gel. Without changing eating habits I gained 17 pd.s Since then I have had hearing loss, and put on prednisone. I am doing an ext... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.Steroids are required for treating multiple sclerosis (MS). However, it is often used for short duration, about three weeks in total. i agree that it may cause weight gain. But when you stop steroids, the gained weight normalizes. I suggest you continue with your schedule of diet con... | |
What causes sudden weight loss in a child?
My grandson, almost 3 yrs old dob-12/30/2011 he is loosing weight down from 25.6 to 23.5. He has had numerous blood tests - all within normal ranges for whatever they were testing for. Stool tests showed no blood but elevated fat in stools . He is going to have his gi scoped ... | Hi, I'am Dr Suresh K Yadav MD (paediatrics), I had gone through your question and understand your concerns,Losing weight of appx 2 ( you have not mentioned units I presume it to be pounds) is significant . You have not mentioned associated symptoms if any . First to rule out is diabetics mellitus and also hyperthyroi... | |
Is growing, hard bump on thigh with severe pain concerning?
Hi my name is Shelby. I got a bump on my inner thigh 4 days ago n it keeps growing fast its huge. I put hot compresses on it a little head showed up and a tiny bit came out. Now it looks like someone cut it n it keeps growing n it is so painful. Its getting h... | thanks for sharing your health concerns with us!well, it seems that it could be some sebaceous cyst already infected! not to worry much give cool-compress and consult some general surgeon for antibiotics and removal! if you are worried much an FNAC TEST IS THE BEST WAY TO CONFIRM IT! but not to poke it again as it can... | |
What causes white spots on the roof of the mouth?
I am 37 year male and I have a white spot in the roof of my mouth. I took a treatment which includes multivitamins and retinol cream to apply. But after having it for 2 months the white spots are not disappearing. Please suggest the possible solution. | Hello,White spots on roof of mouth can be due to a number of causes and it depends on the shape and size of the spots. Small clusters of white spots can be due to Fordyce's spots that are hypertrophied sebaceous glands. If there are white patches then can be due to hyperkeratosis. For narrowing down the exact cause and... | |
What causes high triglycerides and cholesterol in a child?
My son just turned 12 on Nov. 22, and is 200 lbs. and 5 10. His triglycerides were 419, and cholesterol was 215. He basically gets no excercise, diabetes runs in the family. But, still, even though many people never exercise, but they don t get triglycerides t... | Hi, It is right to be concerned. Your child has both hypertriglyceridemia and high cholesterol. It is worrisome. Your child had more weight. You have to take him to a dietician and get proper diet charting. He should lose weight. Also, he should have adequate exercise playing games as children of his age. This would he... | |
Upper stomach pressure, sinus infection. Drank colloidal silver. Is it a side effect?
Are upper stomach pressure a side effect of drinking colloidal silver. I had a bad sinus infection for 3 months and was on 6 different antibiotics, 2 noes sprays and singulair. Nothing helped until I bought some colloidal silver from... | Hi,Thank you for asking question on health care magicsome people will have adverse side effectls rarely when taken orally specially if they are allergic to silver. if possible better avoid itHope this answer will serve your purposeTake careDr.M.V.Subrahmanyam MD;DCHAssociate professor of pediatrics | |
Suggest treatment for enlarged taste bud
hi i have an enlarged taste bud going on almost a year. im not the healthiest eater so when i noticed it i ate healthier. when it went away i stopped and it came back. now it doesnt go away at all. this started when i bit my tongue twice in the same spot. | Hello and welcome.Thanks for sharing your concern.Please note the symptoms indicate towards vitamin deficiency,specially vitamin B.There fore please start with vitamin b supplements.Maintain oral hygiene regularly,use Hexidine mouth wash regularly.Hope it helps.Thanks.Take care. | |
Frequent abdominal cramps, bloating, diarrhoea. Pain radiating to right side, acid reflux. IBS?
Hi, Starting in September 2012, I have experienced frequent abdominal cramps and bloating with bouts of diarrhea . The pain will shift from the left to the right side of the abdomen and will be accompanied by acid reflux . ... | Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for calling H.C.M.F. As you describe you are having abdominal cramping, bloating, and diarrhoea since september 2012. As it is a chronic disease, it appears to be irritable bowel syndrome. Other possibilities are amoebic dysentry, or bacterial infection of the gut, with ou... | |
Nausea, muscular pain and yellowish urine upon taking TB medication. Stopped medication due to liver problem
Hi i m on TB medication and few days back i was feeling nauseatic,muscular pain n urine was quite yellow and not feeling gud from inside at all.doctor did some blood test as well report says liver z not working... | Hello, thanks for query. Now a days 9 months treatment for T B chest is sufficient. But before any evaluation we have to note down many things. Fresh cavity in lungs or not. ... | |
What causes breathlessness with cold and sleeping problems?
Hello im a 48yr old female I smoke and over the last few weeks I cant seem to get enough air and so I cant sleep I have a cold but im like this 3wks out of the month as I have lupus and always get sick, my question is do you know why I cant get my breath its ... | Thanks for your question on HCM.In my opinion you should consult pulmonologist and get done1. Chest x ray2. PFT (pulmonary function test) To rule out bronchitis.You are having few risk factors for bronchitis. Like1. Smoking habit2. Lupus disease3. Cold (upper respiratory tract infection is the most common cause for bro... | |
Q. Can Yasmin birth control pill be used as an emergency contraceptive pill?
Hello doctor, My fiancee and I had unprotected sex a few days back, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Just to be on the safer side, we wanted to use the emergency contraceptive pill. But due to some restriction in the country where we live,... | Hi. How are you doing? Yes, as you have heard, Yasmin can be used as an emergency pill. Even if you have not ejaculated into her, she stands a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in contact with her genitals. As soon as ... | |
What causes dizziness after falling by hitting head?
I fell and hit the back of my head on the concret driveway. I was taken to hospital and examined and releasted 10 hours later.. Today is the third day and still have dizzyness when I first lay down and get up. 59 5 11 200lbs... in general good health | Hi, If a head scan was done at the hospital and there was no bleeding then you likely have a mild concussion. Dizziness is a common symptom and can last from a few days to a couple of weeks. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Camellia Babaie, Internal Medicine Spec... | |
What does this ultrasound report signify?
hai i am taking treatment for pregrent and today is my 11 day and doctor suggest me to take follicular study and my result is right ovary : small multiple follicles left ovary : 6.9 mm endometrial thickness : 6.43 mm my question is is this is normal may i try this time for pre... | dear Ms, the follicles are still small and not ready for ovulation . you should wait until the follicles size reaches 18-20mm . Also the endometrial thickness is still not suitable and it should reach 8 mm to be suitable for implantation and pregnancy | |
What causes back and abdominal pain after an aneurysm procedure?
Hi there, I had an aneurysm procedure done on 15//08/14.is it normal to still experience the same symptoms almost 3 months later? Eg. Extreme back pain,pain in the abdomen, I also have my 2nd follow up appointment with my surgeon this coming Friday . I d... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.It is possible that after an aneurysm procedure, you might continue to experience slight pain and discomfort. However, having same symptoms or severe pain requires you to get an opinion from the operating surgeon. It is important to know complete details of aneurysm treatment and if there was a... | |
Q. I am obese. Please give me suggestions to reduce weight.
Hi doctor, I am 20 years old. I have an obesity problem. I have a weight of 88 kilograms and a height of 168 cm. Please give me suggestions for reducing weight. | Hi. Do regular exercise for five to six times a week. Do aerobic exercise along with weight training. Stop eating junk foods. Have a good sleep for seven to eight hours. Stop the habit of smoking and drinking alcohol, if you have this habit. If you have stress, then find ways to reduce stress. Do meditation. Take plent... | |
Irregular period. Type 1 diabetic. Causes, Get pregnant?
Hi, my name is Cassandra and I am 16, almost 17 years old.I have an extremely irregular period that comes MONTHS apart... It could be anywhere between 2-6 months apart. I believe my last one was either November or December 2012 and it is now APRIL 2013! I'm worr... | Dear Cassandra, I hope these words will relieve some of your nervousness and be usefull to you: Abnormal blood sugar levels can cause your cycles to be irregular and consequently may affect your chances of getting pregnant, but the good thing is, once you have optimum blood sugar controll, you are as normal individuals... | |
Why do I have abdominal and rib cage area pain with severe cough?
I have a sharp pain in my stomach right near my right rib cage. It came on suddenly. & I don't know if I need to go to the Dr. Also I've had a bad cough since December 2nd and a strange bruse appeared yesterday morning on my chest & it has a strange lil... | Hi. Since you have cough and pain , the possibility goes in favor of plural inflammation. It gives sharp pains. The bruise and the lump may or may not be related. The possibility cab be due to strained rib muscles due to act of coughing. I would advise such a patient for X-ray of the abdomen in PA and right lateral po... | |
Suggest treatment for lump on testicle
Hi, have found a lump on one of my testicles and have Bren to two different docters. One said it needed to be looked at and due to changing area when my appointment came through I had to go to a 2nd docter who didn't seem bothered, but said as the other had referred me to urology... | Hi! welcome and thanks for sharing your health concerns/queries with us.After going through your problem I must say that there are many possibilities in your case according to age, sign/symptoms and related medical/surgical history as follows:1. hydrocele 30%2. benign cysts like spermatocele, epididymal cysts, parasiti... | |
Suggest treatment for gall bladder stones
I have had w chest xrays in the past 6 months. Both have come back with something suspicious in my RUL. I just left ER for stomach issues and was told they think it s a nodular infiltrate measuring 10mm. What could this be? I am a smoker and have asthma. I was told at the ER t... | Hello10 mm nodule in chest X-ray be due to many causes like granuloma,hamartoma,mass etc.You may need contrast CT scan of thorax for proper evaluation.You may also need follow up for lesion as it is important to observe its doubling time etc.Ultrasound findings suggests multiple gall bladder calculi.You should plan for... | |
MRI scan shows vertebral congenital fusion. Treatment without surgery?
Impression C3 and c4 vertebral congenital fusion L4 right hemivertebra Lumbarisation of s1 and s2 (or two supernumery lumbar vertebra)C5-c6 and c6-c7 left uncoverterbral hypertrophy and disk protrusion causing significant foraminal narrowing and... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.Initial treatment in your case is always without surgery.This includes physiotherapy such as neck and back extension exercises, IFT, ultrasound, traction, etc.Medications such as pregabalin or gabapentin would also help in reducing pain.In addition, please avoid forward bending and l... | |
Suggest treatment for severe chest congestion
Hi! My 18 months daughter has bad chest congestion , fever and cough. Doctor prescribed nebulisation with Duolin 6 hourly and mefanorm for fever.Her congestion seems to have no improvement. Can I add something else for nebulisation? We had to travel out of station in next ... | Hi,It seems that there might be having viral infection giving this problem.But many a time it might be mixed infection with bacterial infection.In such cases she might require one course of antibiotic medicine for 5 days.As you are going out side there is no harm starting antibiotic medicine after consulting your docto... | |
What causes difficulty in conceiving?
i am 40 years old. i have two childs one 17 years and another 10 years. but i want another baby and i am get trying last one year for conceiving. but result is negative. i test my all blood and urine. report has came tsh4 problem 4.12. is it problem for conciving ? please tell me.... | Hello,Welcome to healthcare Magic.I have gone through your query and Would like to reply in detail as follows:1. Your age is on higher side.2. Probably your egg reserve is less.I hope your doubt is clarified. Let me know if you wish any other information.Regards,Dr. Mahesh | |
What could be the underlying cause of mood swings, irritation and tiredness in a child?
Hi, my son, 8, has been complaining of feeling sick on and off for about 4 days now and we have both been constantly tired for the past week despite getting plenty of sleep. He does look washed out at times and flushed at others. B... | DearWelcome to HCMWe understand your concernsI went through your details. You could talk to that girl's parents whether they consulted any doctor to assess their case. You must get an answer from them. But, in any case, it is already 4 days. You should consult a child specialist to examine and diagnose the case. Please... | |
What causes blood clotting on the skin?
I have blood clotting on the skin like Red dots while counsalting with doctor he say's that it happens due to weakness of blood vessels the medicine i have taken is steroid(DECDAN 0.5MG),ALLERCALCIN,CELLIN ,CETIRIZINE HYDRO CHLORIDE TABLETS IP but still the problem not cured for... | Hi, i did review your concern. Your blood clotting under skin could be due to vessel problem or platelet problem. it could be due to steroid use as it can cause vasculopathy. I would advice you to get a complete blood count done and measure the platelet count and then go on from therehope this helps. wish you a healthy... | |
What causes multiple follicles?
Dear Dr. I have been trying to conceive for some time now.My doctor prescribed letroz to be taken from day 2 to dy 7 and follicular study from day 8.i went for the study today and the report says that the left ovary has multiple follicles with the largest one being 12.8mm.should i go o... | Hi, thanks for writing..Multiple follicle can be due to various causes, the most common being PCOS. You need to get a follicular study repeated on day 10 and on every alternate day till the follicle size reaches 20mm. It is the time you should have intercourse. A repeat scan need to be done to see whether the follicle ... | |
Suggest treatment to regrow and increase the thickness of hair
3 years ago I was under extreme psychological stress. I had always had thick and coarse hair. Suddenly I noticed my hair texture and thickness changed, it had become thinner in what seemed like overnight and sudden. It has not returned anywhere to its norm... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your query regarding hair growth, my advice is - 1. Take good nutritious diet full of green leafy vegetables and milk. 2. Take an iron supplement and vitamin B12 supplement. 3. Apply Minoxidil 2% solution. If problem p... | |
Suggest remedy for dental health problem
Hi my name is Simone and about a month ago the inside of my bottom lip started to get raw. There are small bumps that I can't see but I can feel them in my mouth. Everytime I brush my teeth, the flouride burns my mouth a lot. I am only 15 and I'm really scared to know what is ... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The possible causes for the burning sensation in the mouth could be because of lichenoiid reaction that is allergic reaction to the tooth paste or it can be because of angular chelitis secondary to anemia or it can be a aphthous ulcer. Consult a oral physician and ... | |
Q. Will protein in urine lead to pain in pubic area?
Hello doctor, I have pain in the pubic area. Urine test revealed protein in the urine. But there is no pain while urinating but I get pain only when I touch the area. I am just getting sick and wondering what it might be? | Hello. Well, the presence of proteins in urine is not a good sign. Let me explain to you in simple words that why it is not a good sign. The whole of the blood in our body flows through both the kidneys in our body and kidney functions as a filter, the harmful substances, and toxic molecules are taken up by the kidneys... | |
What causes pressure in my chest?
I have a cervical epidural today for a work related injury. My heart is pounding hard there is a pressure in my chest. It s not beating fast at all it just a labored beat and I have a history of asthma and my mother had a heart transplanted at 21. I am a 25 yr old female 5 5 210lbs sh... | Hi,Welcome to health care magic,This symptoms of heart with pressure in chest could be palpitations.Heart palpitations could be due to anxiety, stress,anemia,gastric reflux or may be ectopic beats,SVT.It can also be related to your cervical epidural injection.In healthy individuals, it is mostly of anxiety or stress bu... | |
What causes 16 month old to stick the tongue outside?
hi my 16 month old has been sticking her tong out since a baby..trying to talk and drools a lot..she had a localized seizer at 11 months had her in hospital for a week..she still has mini seizers ...should i be worried about a neurological problem that makes her st... | Hi, this can occur in hypothyroidism or development delay in child. Kindly do thyroid levels in child. A neurological examination should be done by a doctor to assess developmental delay. Take care. | |
What causes severe chest pain?
hi i have a chest pain that i m rather concerned about. for the last week or two, i have been experiencing very sharp and uncomfortable shooting pains in my chest just below the left breast. it happens when i breath or, sometimes coughing and when i laugh. any idea what this may be? | Thanks for your question on HCM. In my opinion it is muscular pain only but since it is left sided chest pain, we need to rule out cardiac cause first. So get done ECG and 2D Echo to rule out cardiac cause for your chest pain.If both are normal than no need to worry for Cardiac cause. It is muscular pain only. So try t... | |
Is inflammation of the eyes a symptom of ocular rosacea?
I have rosacea and have used Metro lotion for many years to reduce facial redness and occasional skin outbreaks. I have had plugged tear ducts for years and plugged mebdomian (sp?) glands in the upper and lower lids of both eyes for years. About 6 months ago i w... | Hi, Skin conditions are best diagnosed only after seeing directly. I suggest you to upload photographs of the same on this website, so that I can guide you scientifically. Please revert back to me with images so that I can guide you better. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Suggest medication for yeast infection
I'm going to a docter tomorrow for a yeast infection. I live with my dad and step mom. Will they ask me questions like if I masterbate? I mentioned who I live with because my step mom will be in there. My dad is sitting out in the waiting room. Also me and my step mom aren't that... | hiI understand your concern.Yeast infection can be treated with Anti fungal medication like flucanazole or terbanafin.Local application will be useful.Regarding masturbation At your age it is not a normal.You should wait for atleat for pubertal age.Though,masturbation is normal physiological function of our bodyit is o... | |
Suggest treatment for fluid filled breast after treated cancer
I had breast cancer back in 2010 and had a lumpectomy I have had fluid in my breast since then my surgeon has drained it out several times now he says the fluid has turned to gel and it is a hard mass in in my breast and he said it is nothing to worry abou... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.You have history of breast cancer. You should go for removal of that fluid filled breast lump and histopathological examination. You should go for this surgery to rule out and residual tumour cells or recurrence. Consult your doctor and plan accor... | |
What causes sharp pain on the left side below naval?
Male, 53, experiencing intermittent sharp pain left side just below naval, when tightening pants belt buckle.No other health problems, no medications, non smoker, non drinker. Weight 202, Height 6'2 great shape,regular exercise/ walker. Pain for 2 weeks and more fre... | Hi. If there is a pain only on tightening the buckle , I can think of umbilical or para- umbilical hernia as the first diagnosis. Better to get checked by a Surgeon as small hernias are not easily found. | |
Suggest remedy for persistent abdominal pain with chills while on Liletta IUD
I have the liletta lud and it s been about 3 months. For 2 days now I have severe lower abdominal pain I mean it hurts to cough and walk I also have chills temp between 99-100 degrees. What could this be? I don t want to have to go to the er... | Hi, I think it can be due to some infections. Get yourself examined by a gynecologist. You may need some antibiotics. | |
Chain smoker, have tiny white pus pocket on the top of gum cheek between molars. Is it cancerous?
Yes, i just went to the dentist and he checked my mouth, he said he noticed a tiny white like pus pocket on top of gums cheek side between two molars, you can barely see it, he said to wait two weeks if it hasnt cleared n... | Hello and thank you for your question. Most likely you have a periodontal abscess that needs to be cleaned out through scaling and root planing. Most common place for oral cancer is floor of the mouth. Since this was a pus forming area in the gums it was most likely due to an overhang on a restoration, calculus, plaq... | |
Suggest treatment for painful and swollen pimple on forehead
I think I may have an infected pimple on my forehead. i did squeeze it, shouldn't have now it is very painful and swollen and red and in the center of the pimple is a small little opening and I used peroxide and it did bubble. i have cleansed it with perioxi... | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have painful and swollen pimple on forehead which could be due to hormonal imbalce, allergic reaction, stress and clogged pores of sebaceous glands. I would suggest you to wash your forehead with Clindamycin gel. Apply cream on face rich in kojic ... | |
Suggest remedy for wound in forehead oozing pus occasionally
I had a wound on my right side of forehead for the last three months. My GP prescribed Betnovate and Fucidin creams but it worked for a week or so. Now, I have noticed pus weeping time to time,specially in night time. Please help me. I do not think these cr... | Hi,It might be an infected sebaceous cyst on forehead,which is giving pus discharge off and on for 03 months.The discharge is usually - somewhat viscous, serosanguineous fluid (containing purulent material).With surgery, a cyst can usually be excised in its entirety. Alternatively subject pus for culture sensitivity a... | |
Can Remotiv dosage be increased to 750 ml?
Hello Dr. Bienenfeld, I am suffering from Dysthymia accompanied by low anxiety, states of tension, restless and irritability - all of that for nearly a decade. in the previous month, I m also having difficulty in falling asleep. I m using Remotiv 500 (St. John s Wort) during ... | in my opinion yes it can be increased. but make sure u r not any other medication also u can go for therapy session / cognitive behavioral therapy for improvement of dysthymia | |
What are the symptoms of last stage of cancer?
My father was just diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer (adenocarcinoma) that has metastized to the brain. He is 78 and is in poor health. He's a former smoker. He's lost a lot of weight and chemo and radiation aren't options. Hospice has been called to help us with him. I... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.Your father has stage 4 lung cancer. It has very poor prognosis. Symptoms depends on spread of cancer. He has brain metastasis so respiratory failure and stroke or convulsion can be there. Life expectancy is not good. It is generally less then 6 m... | |
What is the swollen lump on the butt cheek that bleeds when pressed?
i have an inflamed/swollen lump on the right cheek on the butt. it's already been 10 days. First, it was a simple like then it puss, then the cover of the puss had been removed then the swelling gets bigger every day. Now, there's a blood dripping w... | Hi,This is likely to be an abscess. I suggest you need a full course if antibiotics. A visit to the ED would be sufficient to get the appropriate treatment. Regards,Dr K A Pottinger | |
What is the medication for 10 month old with loose stools?
hello! i have 10 month old who is having frequent loose stool 3-4 times last 2 days. i just finished taking some antibiotics after oral surgery. so, i am planning to give her probiotic to try. the probiotic name is Darolac 1 g. how should i do? what should ind... | If you have finished your antibiotic course, the child's diarrhoea will stop on its own, without probiotics, if it was because of your medicines. Just continue with a normal diet and plenty of fluids for your child. Probiotics should not be used without definite advise of a doctor. If your child's loose motions persist... | |
What causes pain in lower right stomach and back?
Hi, I have been have lower right pain in both my stomach and back. Yesterday I noticed I have a bruise on my stomach. I had a CT scan done as well as blood work and nothing turned up. They just said I had a bad sprain to my back. I have also noticed my stools are very ... | HI.The stool color is significant only if it is white.The bruise on the stomach can be due to a direct injury. Do you remember?There is a possibility of a retroperitoneal hematoma- this can give bruise on the abdominal wall.Bad strain on the back usually does not cause pain in the abdomen.The probable reason can be ner... | |
Does lump in chest muscle indicate torn muscle?
I work as a child care provider and have to lift the kids. Now I have a small lump in my left chest muscle. A doctor told me it was a torn muscle. Now my primary care doctor wants me to do an ultra sound. It hurts but not to where I can t bear it. I am a little worried. | Current ratingGeneral Surgeon, Dr. Mukund Savaskar's ResponseHi,Good Evening.This is Dr.Savaskar from India,attending your query to my online HCM Clinic.-I studied your query in depth and Understood your health concerns.-Accordingly on the facts given by you-Causes I would suggest is as follows-a-I think you are a case... | |
Urinalysis positive for bilirubin and leukocyte esterase, RBC and WBC, mucus, epithelial cells, mucus. Related to kidney infection?
I had a UA that was positive for bilirubin and leukocyte esterase. Also had red and white blood cells, epithelial cells, bacteria and mucus. Free hemoglobin was also detected.Was surgical... | Good Day!Leukocyte esterase, RBC, and WBC may indicate an urinary tract infection. I would suggest doing a Urine culture since it is the most accurate examination to check confirm an infection and it also identifies the bacteria and tells us what antibiotics are appropriate to treat the infection.With the bulge on the ... |
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