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Suggest medications for dry skin with white patches
Hi........i have white patches on my cheeks. I thought it was because of vitamin deficiency and i am taking vitamin - C tablets. i am not getting any irritation and any problem with those patches. Will my problem get solved. I have a dry skin also.please give me a so... | Hello and welcome to healthcaremagicSeems that the white patches on your face are due to pityriasis alba which clinically presents as ill-defined, off-white colored, hypopigmented patches with some scaling.They are commonly seen in those who have a dry skin. Vit C won't help at all.I would suggest you to use a gentle c... | |
Foul smell in mouth, yellow cotton stuffing, filling came out loose with foul smell. Had four fillings. Advise?
A little over a year ago I went to have some dental work done. Growing up I had not insurance and had been to a dentist once in my 26 years. Last year it had been nearly 18 years. They were amazed I did not ... | Hi, Thanks for asking the query, According to your history i suspect that a temporary filling with a medicated piece of cotton was given to you which came out. You probably have developed pus in the tooth, foul smell is due to the food lodgement and pus accumulation. Such an abscessed tooth is indicated for Root canal ... | |
What causes chest infection , loose motion and nose bleed?
hi my 29month old is an ex prem 28wker. He has just come off of o2. Cruz has recurrent chest infections and had very loose stools all the time hes been tested for cf twice but he didnt produce any sweat which equals no result. also the last week he has been ge... | Hello, I am sorry about your son's situation. It is very difficult to say exactly what it is because it is a complicated situation, however, I recommend you to sen him to his doctor every time you see that something is not ok with him. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, D... | |
How can severe anxiety be treated?
Yes, about a year ago I got really bad anxiety that I was not able to control myself, so my psychiatrist put me on antidepressants and lamotrigine, I took this for about 8 months because HE had told me it was only a one year thing. I stoped medication about 2 months ago and 1 month a... | hi and thanks for questionsu have severe anxiety symptoms and u had take treatment for 1 year than u suddenly stop the treatment due to that there is rebound of symptoms. so i will tell u that take proper treatment for proper time than your doctor will decrease your dose and u will improved,along with start psychothera... | |
What causes severe nerve pain all over?
I have severe nerve pain all over. I take Lyrica 250 mg twice a day. The last year the pain seems to be getting worse. The change in the weather the wind blowing, cool air off of the ac kills me. Sometimes the pain can just start with the snap of your fingers. How do I find out ... | Hi. I'm so sorry to hear about your nerve pain. Let me see if I can point you in the right direction. Nerve pain that seems to 'go all over' is commonly described by the term "Fibromyalgia". That is probably the diagnosis that your doctor gave you when he/she prescribed the medication Lyrica. We don't have a perfect un... | |
Should the ER be visited for swelling and pain in the thumb after an injury?
I am a 65 (almost 66) year old female. I fell yesterday and landed on the thumb of my right hand. Since then my thumb has swollen, is getting more and more purple and now starting to throb. I was going to wait until the morning to call my doc... | Hi, It is possible of fracture or injury to the soft tissue around to it. Local inflammation lead to edema and erythema. Need to take test, use oral painkillers medication. Use cold and warm compression. If symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered... | |
What causes lack of concentration and foggy head?
Recently I had my some of my first drinks in the last few weeks. I had my first drinks 2 weekends ago and recovered normally and felt fine. But this weekend I decided to do it again and had a few drinks, but this time something is different. For the past 5 days I have ... | lack of concentration occur after heavy drink. it persist for some time and then self improves . there is less chance to permanent injury to brain. chronic alcohol intake cause cerebellar damage which present as walking difficulty and ataxia, but you have no such problem. wait your symptom will improve with time | |
Could small urethra tube affect the creatinine levels?
years ago i was told i had very small urethra an anal tubes they were wanting to put tubes in them another one of my doctors said do not do it now today i have found that in the last 3 yrs my creatine levels have slowly gone up i am 48yrs old my doctor is concerne... | hithanks for posting in HCMI have understood your concernsmall urethra leads to incomplete urination , that leads to collection of urine in bladder , there by back pressure on kidneys , hydroureteronephrosis and finally functioning of kidney comes down.I can suggest you1.serum creatinine2.urine routine and culture3.USG... | |
Is difficulty in swallowing sign of cancer in thyroids?
34, 5'1,164 goiters on thyroid, rt side tyroid removed due to goiters still have them on left. Left throid normal size 1 goiter size 1.1 the other .8mm with a more soild look. when rt side remove no cancer. Family history of thyroid problems mother, Aunt had prec... | HI THANKS FOR YOUR QUERY. THE SYMPTOMS WHICH YOU ARE CURRENTLY EXPERIENCING HAVE TO BE SERIOUSLY ADDRESSED.THEY ARE HIGHLY SUGGESTIVE OF MALIGNANCY....BASED ON THE HIGHLY POSITIVE FAMILY HISTORY IN YOUR FIRST DEGREE RELATIVES.THE MOST LIKELY DIAGNOSIS IN YOUR CASE IS "MEDULLARY CARCINOMA OF THYROID"ALL YOU NEED NOW IS... | |
What causes vertigo and tinnitus after dental extraction?
about a week after having dental extraction and implant (upper back) I began experiencing severe vertigo. I have tried the Eply maneuver many times with no relief. I am now having tinnitis too. I am 74 years old, weigh 108 pounds and otherwise in good health. A... | Hi..Thanks for the query.. Well, your symptoms of vertigo and tinnitus are not appearing to be due to tooth extraction or implant placement as I have not seen such symptoms to occur due to dental treatments or extractions..Your symptoms can be probably related to either inner ear disorders or brain related problems..In... | |
Suggest treatment for cough and shortness of breath
My son was diagnosed with Asthma early this year. He uses a pump daily which helps with short breaths, however he still gets chronic cough, runny nouse and post nasal drip consistently...They have done blood works and allergy tests and all was negative...Fustrated | Hi, thanks for using healthcare magicThe presence of post nasal drip, coughing and runny nose implies that he has allergies even if it cannot be identified by testing as yet.You may need to consider the use of topical steroid nasal sprays to help reduce his symptoms. Examples are nasonex, flonase, nasocortYou may need ... | |
How to get rid of arthritis pain?
Hello, I just moved from Calif. to Boulder City Nevada and need to find a Rheumatologist, for my Arthritis From head to toe. In addition to Celebrex, Elavil, and Vicodin for pain, My Dr. in Calif no longer will give me any pain meds after I have taken them for over 15 years. I never a... | Dear patient If you are suffering from rheumatoid arthritis newer and better drugs are available in market which not only provides pain relief but also reversed the deformity. There drugs are known as disease modifying anti rheumatoid arthritis agents such as eternacept and anakinra. This are costly and limited a... | |
What causes lumps on my neck after bitten by my granddaughter?
Hi there Doc, sounds silly but my granddaughter bit me on my neck, didnt puncture any skin, but we can see where my vein runs and she bit in the middle of it, and now two good sized lumps have formed, plus another one is forming above the two still going u... | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have haematoma or phlebitis. You should consult your doctor. You need anti inflammatory plus analgesic drug. Take antibiotics if needed. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you ... | |
Q. What is hysteria? Can you explain it from my medical records?
Hello doctor, My doctor has put on my medical records a diagnosis of hysteria and I do not know what that means? The other conditions I have are hypothyroidism, celiac disease, anxiety or depression. The medications I take are Wellbutrin XL 300, Clonazep... | Hi. First, coming to hysteria, it is a probable diagnosis which is deducted by your answers to attending physician. It simply indicates that your answers are ungoverned and uncontrolled and in conditions when some answers given by you are unintentional and no relationship to current aspects. This is a controllable situ... | |
Q. How can skin tags be removed?
Hello doctor,I am male, 42 years old, height is 160 cm, weight is 90 kg. For the past 20 years, I have skin tags in my neck, underarms, nose and around my eyes. No medications are taken till now. Kindly suggest me any tablet or an ointment to remove my skin tags. | Hi. Go for laser or RF (radio frequency) removal. No such creams and tablets are available and do not use any home remedy as it is only going to harm you. For more information consult a dermatologist online --> | |
Suggest treatment for fever, chills and back pain
My husband has been feeling 101.0 temp, chills, no appetite, back pain and he won t go to emergency room. He had these same symptoms before and we went Yale New Haven hosp emergency room. They gave him blood tests and CAT scan but they were never able to give him a rea... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. He has ankylosing spondylitis so back pain is obvious but you are saying he also has fever with chills and back pain. Does he has burning micturation or increased frequency of micturation or pain in loin or pain during urinat... | |
Q. My grandfather has cough for about three weeks. Please suggest medication.
Hi doctor, I would like to ask about my grandpa's coughing situation as it already lasted for almost three weeks. He has been taking his medicines since then. But his cough still remains the same. Are there any suggested medicines or easy ho... | Hi. It seems your grandfather is having a cough for three weeks. Cough in adults are classified as acute, subacute, or chronic based on the duration. Acute cough lasts up to three weeks, subacute cough lasts three to eight weeks, and chronic cough lasts longer than eight weeks. Subacute cough often has a post-infectiou... | |
Severe back pain. Undergone abdominal surgery years before. Suggestions?
I am having severe back pain seems to be sciatic nerve. It initially started on the lower right back about six months back and now it has started on the left side as well. Back xray and sonogram shows no remarks. Feel it may be due to adhesi... | Dear friend,Thanks for posting your query on this website. I fully appreciate your concerns.Firstly, Sciatica results from compression over the sciatic nerves by bulging spine discs. Your symptoms do not suggest so.Post-operative adhesions can lead to dull pain later on in life. It would help me immensely to pinpoint t... | |
Suggest remedy for stress and depression
hello doctor i am 39 years old woman i am taking a pil already for a month and a half against stress and depression but i just stop it because i am having a slightly stomach and headache problem and i think it's a side effect of stopping the pil unexepectly that suppossedly i ... | HiThanks for using healthcare magicIn case of stress and depression, you should try some antidepressant and relaxation exercise. Antidepressant would help to control the symptoms and relaxation exercise would keep you relax and calm in tense situation. You can also try some life style modification technique. In case, y... | |
Not able to recognize the familiar faces. Frequent and strong headaches. History of cancer. What is the reason?
In the last week I was faced two times with a very alarming situation: A lady that was my next door neighbor for years and I we had a friendship, came to visit me, I could remember her face was familiar but ... | First of all you are saying that your a cancer affected and had been treated twice. Your complaint of frequent headache with difficulty in recognizing known people suggests that you may probably have mass lesion in the left side of your brain. May know your age and for what cancer you are treated previously and do you... | |
Suggest medication for treating parkinson s disease while on Keppra
My husband has CBD (or CBS) Cortico Basel Degeneration. His left hand is uncontrollable with spasticity. It has been suggested that he take Keppra to see if it would help. He is not taking anything for this A-typical Parkinson s. Any information about... | Hello!My name is Dr. Aida and I am glad to attend you on Healthcaremagic!Unfortunately this is a neurodegenerative disorder, which is not very responsive to medication. Levodopa does not cause any improvement, but I would recommend trying it, under medical supervision and see if his situation improves. Regarding the sp... | |
What is the treatment for arthritis?
I have had arthritis for many years, I have been wearing the arthritic shoes for some time. I had no problem getting them in Mi. I have moved to Az, and now have a problem. My foot Dr. says i need a form from my regular Dr. My regular Dr. says i need a form from my foot Dr. I have ... | Hi,Thanks for your query.your pain is due to Arthritis. When bone is not able to take weight due to arthritis than it has to be shared by muscles. Also some time it can be due to nerve compression. You can judge your self. If your pain increases on walking and relieved with rest, it is suggestive of nerve related pai... | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it... | |
Suggest an effective alternative to Tizanidine
Hi I am taking Tizanadine 1 mg every other night as a muscle relaxer together with 3 gabapentin and 1 folic acid. Now when I went to refill my prescription ins. wants over $80. than I cant afford. Is any comparable mild muscle relaxer out there? SORRY I DID NOT KNOW I HAV... | Hi, You can use tablet Thiocolchiside instead of Tizanidine. It comes in two potency, 4 mg and 8 mg. You can take it twice a day according to your requirement. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Anuj Gupta, Spine Surgeon | |
Suggest remedies for viral infection
I am suffering from a viral infection that is affecting my throat, sinuses, and is causing major body aches and headaches. I've seen my doctor and she advised rest and plenty of fluids. Are there any other ways to assist my immune system to get rid of this? | Hello,It seems that you are suffering from upper respiratory tract infection and the symptoms of sinus and throat problem and body aches can be due to it. As it is a viral infection it will resolve once the virus will complete its cycle in human body.As of now you can start with supportive treatment to relieve the symp... | |
How can insomnia along with anxiety be treated?
I have been insomnia since November. It started due to a lot of anxiety I was having at the time. Now it is months later and I am still experiencing it. I don t have trouble falling asleep, I have trouble staying asleep. For the most part, the anxiety is no longer there.... | Hello! Welcome to HealthcareMagic! I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. Presently, your suffering with generalized anxiety disorder(GAD) with associated sleep disturbances. I recommend you to start an Anxiolytic preferably an SSRI. Along with a Benzodiazepine for overcoming sleep disturbances... | |
How long will it take to get back the normal Hb level after hysterectomy?
Hello I had a hysterectomy on Aug 7th the day after they found my hemoglobion was 7.8 then by thursday evening it was a 5.9 so the radioligist went in thru a artery in my leg and found a place that was oozing some blood and foamed it up and i ha... | Hi,welcome to health care magic and thanks for asking.The hemoglobin level should come back to normal within a month, if you are taking supplements.Wine is not contraindicated and is not a negative factor for low hemoglobin. If there are no other risk factors, you can take a glass of wine. Alcoholics are known to suffe... | |
Suggest treatment for pain in the right collar bone
Dear Dr. Herrick J. Siegel, I have a protruding right collar bone tip underneath my neck and it didn t hurt at first but now it is becoming slightly irritating and affects the way I put my right arm on my desk to work with my desktop. Could you tell me what it could ... | Hi probably you have either ac joint dislocation or any pathology that cause ac joint to swell.Do you have fever or any other symptoms. A proper screening is needed to clear diagnosis. | |
What causes elevated levels of AST and ALT?
My ALT is 48 and the range is supposed to be 5-33; my ast is 37 and the range is listed as less than 32. I injured my back last december, and have been taking tylenol ever since. My dr. said ad long as i stayed under 3000 mg per day i was fine. I hesitate to take ibuprofen o... | Hi dear thanks for asking question.Ast and alt values permissible up to 42.You have mild elevation of alt only.Here no need of much worry.Yes by drugs like NSAIDs ex.ibuprofen you have taken can elevate it ..so avoid haphazard use of analgesic...If needed then only taken...Estimate your cholesterol level and perform US... | |
Q. l got a sore hard lump after the removal of wisdom tooth. Is it normal?
Hello doctor,I just got one side of my wisdom teeth removed both upper and lower six days ago, and I have another one scheduled after two days for the left side. The upper is 100 % fine, which they pulled. The lower they pulled the tooth withou... | Hello. The lump is mostly a hard swelling which forms postsurgical removal of the wisdom tooth or maybe even by swollen lymph nodes due to infection. It takes a week or two for the swelling to subside. Sometimes, if the root is still inside, the infection may be remaining there causing swelling. Get an X-ray done to fi... | |
What causes swelling in the foreskin which could be due to masturbation?
Hi. I have had a swollen foreskin for two days with no other symtoms, which could have been brought on by masturbation...This morning however as the swelling has started to go down I noticed two small (roughly 2mm - 3mm in diameter) lesions under... | HelloYou have developed what is termed as Paraphimosis due to rough and vigorous shakin and tight grip of of your penis while masturbating.which has resulted into small abrasions under foreskin.You need to take broad spectrum antibiotic like Cefixime along with anti inflammatory drug like Diclofenac twice daily.along... | |
What are the symptoms and treatment for abdominal distention?
Im just wondering i have symptoms of Abdominal distention. It feels like im pregnant, although i have had a hysterectomy. I also feel sensations of movement throughout my abdomen. My clothes don't fit. I have had no symptoms of vomiting, diarrhea, feel some... | the condition is called pseudocyasisthere might be some intestinal problem and for that you need USG of abdomen.if the report is normal then you may consult a psychiatristall the best! | |
Suggest treatment for wet bedding in adults
I am a 23 year old male who has been in good fairly good health for most of my life. However, as of recently I have started waking up with a wet bed. I have not has any problems with this in the past after age 3, it does not hurt when I urinate, and my urine is clear. What d... | Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.I understand that you are concerned about the bedwetting problem that you have mentioned. Since this has started recently after achieving normal bladder control in childhood, this would be classified as a 'secondary eneuresis'.There can be different causes fo... | |
Suggest medication for cough and congestion
wondering about my chronic cough , along with spitting up clear mucas, and gasping for air while sleeping. I am a smoker for 35 years now, along with sleep apnea, my father passed because of copd also he breathed bad stuff at ford motor company but also take pain medication | If u have had past bad experiences of copd, then I think u should now stop smoking. Anyways what u have right now is a chronic bronchitis, an early stage of COPD and if u don't quit now it will be late. Do a spirometry to see the effect on your lungs and see a cheat physician for u need an inhaler with bronchodilator a... | |
Suggest treatment for chest pain with shortness of breath
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? i am experiencing pain in my lung area when i breath in deeply, the pain takes my breath away i have had it for about a week and have used ibuprofen but it seems to go worse especially in the morning when i fir... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Chest pain on deep breathing is commonly seen with lung diseases like pleural effusion, lung infection, bronchitis etc. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system, chest x ray and PFT (Pulmonary ... | |
How often should we have intercourse to get pregnant?
my husband and i want to conceive another child. We've been sexual inactive for a while. I know this can affect sperm motility. How do we build him back up? How often should we engage in sexual activity and for how long before considering him at normalcy? | Hi welcome to the health care magic For getting pregnant frequent sexual intercourse done around 14 days of menstrual cycle as ovulation occurs in this duration Your husband not interested in sex, hence psychiatrist or sexologist counselling help can be taken Meanwhile check your husband following reports... _diabete... | |
Why does the chest feel tight on sitting and lying on side?
im 27yrs old, i weight 124, and im 5,5`` i have been healthy all my life until now, my chest feels tight, it feels like my lungs cant expand all the way out, and i always want to try to take a deep breathe and it always worst when im sitting and laying down o... | Hi thanks for contacting HCM...Here according to history no clear cut one cause found....Rule out ....-stress induce problem or ...-respiratory causes...If you are taking excess stress then also such presentation can be there.This cause seems most likely..Consult psychiatrist for counselling....Try to avoid stress.Seco... | |
What causes white sediment in urine?
Hi my 3 year old daughter just started potty training a few days ago and has been doing very good. But a few minutes after her pee is in her little potty I notice a lot of sediment at the bottom or floating. Its kinda chunky looking. I think its white. And she doesn t complain of p... | Dear Madam,Thank you for posting your query at healthcaremagic.comSediments are common at this age. Need not worry about it. Give her more fluids to drink and that help to clear the urin faster.If you still doubtful, get routine urine examination done.If you need any further information please revert back, I will be ... | |
How to treat Pneumonia?
Hi I have just had pneumonia and I am now coughing up a jelly like substance not sputum, I have numerous health problems, behcets disease, heart disease, pulmonary hypertension, high BP, gall stones, 4 PE's, Clot to the brain, mild asthma and others Any reason for this?Thanks | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. Pneumonia is common in asthmatics because of poor lung defense. Pneumonia is actually infection of lung parenchyma (tissue). Most commonly caused by bacterial infection. Best treatment of pneumonia is identification of causative... | |
What causes white yellowish discharge during pregnancy?
hello im wondering if you can help me, im 34 weeks pregnant with my third child and for the last week or so ive had a really heavy thick discharge, its kind of a white yellowy colour with a bit of brown, i know this mite disgust you but im a smoker and im really ... | Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion thick yellow vaginal discharge needs examination to rule out any infection.The optimum fetal movements should be atleast 10 in a span of 12 hours.I suggest you to consult doctor and get vaginal examination done to check for any infection.In case of any infection antibi... | |
Suggest treatment for skin rash
I am diabetic and I have pimple looking skin rash. They seem to have a hard core and they stay around for months. If you try to get them to go away, that is almost impossible to accomplish. I have been told it is because I pick at them, but that doesn t seem to be true. | Hi,It may be follicular eruptions. Possibly Kyrle diesease may be there. Consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment.The hair follicles are disturbed leading to such disease. Cap acitretin 10 mg daily for long time may be taken under doctor's supervision. Apply salicylic acid 6% cream on th... | |
What causes itchiness and pain in scrotum?
Hello, I have an extremely itchy and painful scrotum that is weeping clear fluid. This is the second time this has happened. Both coincide with the purchase of new boxers and wearing them before washing them. I did not see the link the first time. Any ideas what could be caus... | Hi and welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thank you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can.All these symptoms are suggestive of epididimitis which is inflammation of part of testicle and not uncommon in males. This is usually treated with 10 days of antibioti... | |
Having unknown origin seizure. On Keppra, Klonopin and Dilantin, no help. Is it depression ?
For the last 2 weeks I have been having unknown origin seizures. They are on the verge of being grand mal seiures but also are what the doctors are considering tonic-clonic seizures. I do not remember anything about the seizur... | Welcome to HCM!I have read your question carefully and somehow I feel that you either have mixed seizures ( GTCS plus Dissociative) or only dissociative ( due to stress) ones.The points which make me feel that you have dissociative seizures are---- that you are having them so frequently, ---you feel depressed from pas... | |
What does this dye procedure report signify?
I recently had a laparoscopy and dye procedure and am confused by the surgeon s report. Please help! It states: There was some distal dilation at both ends of the tubes. However, there was free spill of dye. How can you have distal dilation at both ends - I thought the very... | Hi thanks for writing to health care magic.I have gone through your question.Your laproscopic report suggest free spill of dye on both side suggest that your tubes are patent. Regarding dilatation on both sides no need to worry.No this doesnt means infertility. Your report is good.Have a good health.. | |
Suggest treatment for colorectal cancer
Ive had col rectal cancer chemo radiation then surgery then more chemo ports resections etc... now my eyes are very swollen so i had a T4 FREE 3.13 H TSH .01 L return. I dont feel good. is this Graves disease? Dr office not called me back yet so i picked up my lab report | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Your TSH is low and T4 is high so you have hyperthyroidism. You should take treatment of that. Propylthiouracil or carbimezole can be useful. It is prescription based medicine so consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Moreover if... | |
My child has a open chest and he offent suffers from cold and cough
hello, My child is 3 and half year old he often suffers from cold and cough,and his pediatrician always gives his same medication that is llinctus,allegra,norvent and azee.his opinion is that he has open chest and so he offent suffers from this.is thi... | First tell me , Are you Asthmatic, b'coz if so your child may be having the same condition. | |
How long does it take for bug bites rash to go away?
I have had a severe allergic reaction to bug bites. The rash is bright pink and is covered on my arm back legs and feet. How long will it take for the rash to go away? I have been prescribed hydrocortisone 2.5% and hydroxyzine 25mg tablets and also prednisolone. I m... | Hi, The rash usually resolves in around 2 weeks. But new rashes occur, if you have not made your environment bug free. You can continue the treatment advised by your doctor and follow him/her. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Siva Subramanian, Dermatologist | |
What causes severe cough in 23 month old baby despite medication?
My 23 month old baby is having severe cough..had slight fever ystrday..bt fever is almst settled now..iam giving her taxim o syrup 5ml in the morning n 5ml at ngt..but still her cough is not reduced..im giving her syrup for the past 2 days.Plz guide me. | Hi, Thanks for your question. I do understand your pain and discomfort. As per your history is concerned please follow:-1)Give antibiotic Taxim-O as usual complete course2)Add [KOFAREST-PED oral drops]one ml 3 times per day3)Add[LABIFOS SACHET] twice a dayI hope I was able to address your query. If you have any further... | |
Suggest remedy for abdominal pain
Hello I m a female who is 18 and 120 pounds 5 6 and last week my monthly was four days early however it was a very stressful week my period only lasted about 3 days after that I was spotting and had small amounts of blood in my pee sence this started I have been taking well over 1500 ... | Hello and welcome to HCM,I understand from your history that you are experiencing from abdominal pain and painful joints.Abdominal pain can be due to many causes depending on the part of abdomen involved.Joint pain can also be due to many causes like infections, rheumatoid arthritis, arthritis etc.For abdominal pain, a... | |
What causes high uric acid levels in blood?
Hi, I am 29 year old male weighing 89 Kilos , and height is 6'1. I am affected with increase of Uric acid level in blood . Initial blood test in Septermber showed a 7.6 , then after taking zyloric for 2 weeks count increased to 8 . But while taking zyloric i didnt maintin th... | hi.as indicated in your history, you have persistent asymptomatic hyperuricemia.There are three major crystal deposition-related disorders associated with hyperuricemia: gout, urolithiasis, and urate nephropathy. The risk of gouty arthritis and urolithiasis is elevated with increasing degrees of hyperuricemia and hyper... | |
Q. Why do I have low LH and fishy smelling vagina?
Hello doctor, I was just diagnosed with PCOS. I am 38 and have always had irregular periods. I have two sons and I have brown light spotting all month every month. I have no pain. My LH was 5.8 and FSH was 8 eight months back. Four months back, LH was 12.9 and FSH was... | Hi. Please get yourself checked by a gynecologist and get a pelvic scan done to rule out the exact cause of brownish discharge. The fishy smell of vagina is mainly because of some vaginal infection. Avoid having sex till then. Wear cotton panties and loose lowers. Maintain personal hygiene and take plenty of fluids. Wa... | |
Reason for stomach swelling, soreness after bowel movement? Appendectomy, colonoscopy done, all tests normal
What could cause the stomach to swell after a bowel movement? My mother has been experiencing this for at least 2 or 3 years. She had an appendectomy in 1978 (she's a very young 71). She sometimes looks 7 mon... | Hi ! The only condition I can think of after going through the history of symptoms of your mother who had an appendicectomy in 1978 is possibility of an adhesive band which is giving rise to symptoms of sub acute intestinal obstruction in her case. You may discuss about it with your family physician, and during an atta... | |
What causes abnormal WBC count when diagnosed with cancer?
Last yr I was diagnosed with CLL. I am a 54 female and have been an active horseback rider. I have been told the wait and see treatment is the standard. Although my WBC has been in the 20,000 I am beginning to see swelling in my lymph nodes around my neck and ... | CLL and SLL are two closely related disorders. While CLL affects the blood SLL affects the lymph nodes. One can transform to the other. There could ve other transformations in CLL SLL like Richter s transformation where a large cell lymphoma appears. It is important to get your blood work up done cbc, blood film and fn... | |
Is it normal to get nauseous, light headed and dry hives after vasectomy?
My husband had a vasectomy today @8am, he left the dr office @9. on the way home he got very nauseus, light headed, sweaty & turned pale & had dry heaves. I took him home he had 2 pieces of toast with butter & cinnamon/sugar, some coffee, a mons... | Hi,Yes this is common complication of surgery and can persist for few days. If it is persisting beyond two weeks then you need to contact your surgeon.Hope it helps. If you have any other question please do not hesitate to contact us.Regards,Dr. Atishay Bukharia | |
Suggest cure for a persistent stomach pain
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...My 10 year old daughter continues to suffer from stomach pain and nausea and our Doctor has suggested that she may have Gastroparesis. We are concerned that this illness has continued for four mon... | HI.Thanks for your query.The causes of pain in abdomen in a child for 4 months can not be gastroparesis and there are no great reasons to have gastroparesis in such a young age. The causes of nausea are anything that is not normal in stomach.The causes of pain in a child can be as follows::-Tummy tonsils- meaning enlar... | |
Does the test results indicate leukemia?
I am 51 year old female, 5'8" and 128lb. I have had high wbc count for two years. Now lymphocytes are 12, absolute lymph is 72%. I have low neutrophil and smudge cells are present. The only thing I can find on smudge cells is CLL. Does it sound like I have leukemia? | Welcome to H.C.M.I am Dr Krishna Dubey.Dear friend I am sorry to say that ,your age, High lymphocytes with 2 years duration and smudge cell are suggesting that you are suffering from chronic lymphocytic leukemia.But for confirmation of Diagnosis Peripheral blood flow cytometry is the most valuable test .I advise you fo... | |
Q. I have vomiting in the early morning. Why?
Hi doctor, I am having vomiting in the early morning. I consulted a doctor, and the doctor told that it is due to allergy. I want to know the reason for having vomiting. Please suggest. | Hi. Vomiting can occur due to allergy. Causes of vomiting are extensive. It can also happen due to gastritis. If you are having hyperacidity and indigestion, then you can have frequent vomiting. I suggest you take PPI (proton pump inhibitor) with Domperidone combination like Nexpro-RD capsule (Domperidone with Esomepra... | |
What causes strange bruise like rashes on the buttocks ?
My son has a strange bruise like rash on his bottom. The only other symptom he had is a little vomiting yesterday. The rash looks like little speckled spots of bruises all over. He has had no falls or trauma to the area. Thank you for any help you can give. | Hi, Your son seems to have developed a vasculitic skin rash. It may resemble a bruise in appearance.Such lesions can occur over body due to various reasons like intake of various drugs, due to certain food stuffs or due to some infections in the body.Buttocks and legs are common sites for appearance of such vasculiti... | |
Suggest treatment for cold , low blood pressure and fever
doctor said iam very loe I went to Maplewood saint joinh Emergency hospital last night ,because I was very cold high fever dr said i am very low blood presure doctor send me to xray blood test every they are good dr give me tylenol take 2 piil every 4hr then se... | Hello and thanks for writing.I can understand your concern and would try to help you in the best possible way. Sometimes high fever may lead to low blood pressure. I am sure that your doctor has investigated you for the fever and has come to a conclusion that your fever is probably due to flu and has put you on tyleno... | |
Is it dangerous to have swelling in legs after arterial transplants in both legs?
I have had arterial transplants in both legs, one a year ago and one 6 months ago. Other the regular aches and pains, I have had no problem until the last couple of months. I am having some swelling and the legs are sore to touch. Is thi... | in my opinion you should see your doctor , this should not be ignoredi recommend doplar to be safeGood Luck | |
Is pressure in chest with sinus infection sign of gastritis?
i have gastritus...i was just diagnosed with a sinus infection...while i have pressure in my chest and back, the dr. told me numerous times it's from my gastritus...but...i've been taking my mucinex, my zpack, and my nexium and the mucas has been breaking up... | Hello dear , hiWelcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query thoroughly .* Pressure in chest with sinus infection is not definite sign of gastritis .* This indicates more of respiratory congestion only .Hope this clears your query .Regards . | |
What causes memory loss and anxiety after recovering from depression?
I have been worrying about my mental health for quite a while now. Before I had depression for almost two years but I ve got a lot better now. After my depression I ve started having many anxiety attacks, I ve become more paranoid and unstable than ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck. | |
What causes blood and clots in urine after gall bladder removal?
My Wife just had her Gall Bladder removed and at the Hospital she urinated blood just a small amount. When she got home she started to pas clots and then a steady stream of urine and blood mixture. What could have caused this? Her menstral cycle was 2 we... | Hi and welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thank you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can.I dont think this is related to recent surgery so it is mor elikely to be new disordr and usually this is about kidney stones or urinary infections. So urine anlaysis a... | |
Q. Is it normal to get brown vaginal discharge on arousal?
Hello doctor, I am an 18-year-old female. I am experiencing a brown discharge whenever I am aroused. This has been going on for about a week and a half. My partner and I always use condoms and I have the birth control implant. It might be wrong. I might have b... | Hi. I can understand your concern. The brownish discharge you are having could be due to: 1. Side effect of implant leading to irregular spotting. 2. Local lesions like cervical erosion. 3. Rarely vaginal infection, etc. To find out the exact cause of the problem, please consult your gynecologist once and get examined.... | |
How to remove acne and black marks ?
hello doc im 21 yrs old.my problem is i have lots of black marks on my face ..please suggest me how to get rid of acne and black marks..please suggest some medicine.... | Hi..dear user., Thanks for choosing HCM., Your problem is common in your age.., called ACNE VULGARIS.., It is seen in young and adolscent individuals.., Due to Hormonal imbalance, Familial,Medicines and Stress.., black marks are called Blemishes..due to pinching of pimples.., with your nails.......So don't pinch with y... | |
What causes lump on the right side of jaw line?
Hi, i have recently found a ball like object on the right side of my jawline about the size of a large grape. Witch was making the whole right side of my jaw swollen, I ve also become extreamly I ll with the following : vomiting, fever, migraine, nausea and dizziness las... | Hi..Can understand your concern..As per your complain lump on the jawline along with other symptoms of vomiting, fever, migrane, nausea and dizziness are indicative of infection..It can be due to a deeply infected tooth leading to formation of pus below the root tips of the tooth and accumulation of pus in soft tissues... | |
What are the chances of having rheumatoid arthritis based on the report?
Hi. I ve had more than 15 shoulder dislocations, I m 28, and I m having a Repair rotator cuff surgery next week. What I d like to know, is if I might have rheumatoid arthritis? My current blood tests show that my lymphoctyes are high : 46.8% / 3.... | Hi,In this report there is no test which is suggestive of rheumatoid arthritis, please check your anti CCP, RA factor and antinuclear antibody to confirm the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
Why am I experiencing severe backache while suffering from kidney stones?
I was Dx with 14 kidneys on both of my kidneys 13 of them are 2mm and 1mm then I have one is 4mm and the other is 7mm dr says I need no surgery since they are not Up struck in urine passing but I have so much pain in back and sides dr says I sho... | Hi, You are rightly suggested for conservative treatment.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Indu Kumar, Radiologist | |
What causes right sided chest pains with pain in right arm?
I have mild chest pains on the right side of my chest. The upper section of my right arm is a little sore also. I was recently diagnosed with MVP. I had an EKG, a stress test, and an Echo about a month ago, and eveything looked good(minus the MVP). Normally I... | Hello Thank you for trusting HCM MVP patients are asymptomatic but few patient experiences chest pain palpitations, dizziness and syncope, migraine and anxiety . Cause is unknown or poorly defined associations with adrenergic signaling system and sensitivity rather than Mitral valve pathology.One third of patients emot... | |
What causes constant fever with leg pain and brown vomiting in child?
my 2 year old daughter keeps getting tempratures, over the last month, she has just started (the last couple of nights) to vomit in her sleep and complaining of leg pain apart from this she is well in her self, the vomit is like very thick melted ch... | Hi, welcome to healthcaremagic.com. - in my opinion, your child has got stomach infection. - pain in legs which she is telling could be due to mild fever. - if I was your treating doctor, i would have started the child on antibiotics and advised you to do an ultrasound abdomen. I hope this has helped you. Wishing your ... | |
What causes lower back pain after inserting epidural?
I HAD A BABY TWO MONTH AND GOT THE EPIDURAL WHEN IT WAS INSERTED I FELT A PAIN WHEN THE DR. PUT IT IN MY BACK. AFTER I HAD MY BABY WHEN I SIT FOR A WHILE WHEN I GET MY LOWER BACK HURTS. LAST NIGHT I WENT GROCERY SHOPPING AND CARRIED TWO BAGS UP TO THE SECOND FLOOR ... | Welcome to HCM,I had gone through the case & found that sometimes pain persist for more than 6 months.So avoid to lift heavy weight and take calcium for 3 months.If pain is unbearable then take mild painkillers and apply muscle relaxant on lower back. Hope my answer will be effective for you.Thanks | |
How can amenorrhea with cramping be treated?
HI, im a 22 yr old who hasent been sexually active for the past 11 months. my period has stopped completely. Im not on birth control nor is there any possible way im pregnant. Any thoughts of while my cycle has stopped. Also, for the past few months i have been having serve... | Hi, Welcome to HealthcareMagic . The cause are many like hypothroidism , sex hormone imbalance , block in the cervix, Polycystic ovarian disease etc. There are no chance of pregnancy . I suggest you to get your thyroid and sex hormone profile done after consulting gynacologist. And also ultrasound of abdomen. These wi... | |
What could cause body pain and fatigue?
Hi! I was exposed for unprotected sex after six months ago last Dec.17, 2011, after 1 month i was tested then twas negative, and I was diagnosed for Malaria. I took some medicine then I was hospitalized for high infection, then was treated for antibiotic and my infection came le... | Hello, As you are tested with HIV negative and having malaria in the past. Due to abnormal physiology which occurred due to a rise in the WBC may be the cause for fatigue and body pain. Weight loss/gain totally depends upon physical activity and also the mental status. If you kind of too much worried then chances to ei... | |
What causes lower back pain?
hi i am a 20 year old girl. I am suffering from lower back pain, it started 2 days ago and was hurting my right groin sending shooting pains down my leg but now it has moved to round my lower back. It is also swollen to look at and the pain is increasingly worse, iv never felt a pain like ... | Hello,I had gone through the case and found that it might be muscle spasm or slip disc.So go for MRI of spine and aftet report take proper treatment.Meanwhile take rest and mild painkiller with apply muscle relaxant gel.Avoid lift heavy weight and bending forward.Hope my answer will be effective for you.Thanks | |
What causes bitter taste on back of the tongue?
I was recently treated for LPR and the physician even suspects "silent reflux". I am on Prilosec twice daily. What bothers me most is the bitter taste always on the back of my tongue. I had been given azithromyacin pack at the start which had no effect. I was wondering i... | Hello,Thanks for consulting HCM, Read your query, as you have bitter taste on tongue this is due to Drug induced or due to depapillation of papillae or median rhomboid glossitis also dont be worried so much for this you can take vitamin B supplements by consulting with your doctor .Hope this will help you. | |
What could rash like puss filled pimple around belly be?
My & / year old has been complaining of belly pain around her belly button and has a rash that looks like big pimples that look pus filled but actually bleed when they break open. what might this be? she has already been through a coarse of antibiotics for poss... | Hi,You may be right. Your daughter would have developed folliculitis. Due to poor immunity,there may be relapse of the disease. Consult the Dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. Repeted course of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs may be considered.Apply antibiotic cream on the lesion and i... | |
What causes seizures during sleep?
Dear Dr., I had two seizure during sleep in 2012 and I lost my passenger service licence. Neurologist said that it is due to sleep deprivation as I was driving cab at nights and sleep only 3 or 4 hours during day time. He done my EEG and CT and found nothing. Dr. prescribed me epilim... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.I have noted your symptoms, investigation reports and current medications.Most probably, you are suffering from epilepsy. In many cases of epilepsy, CT scan of brain and EEG may come out as normal. It may be worthwhile doing an MRI brain- epilepsy protocol to find out more details.Ep... | |
What are the causes of burning sensation on tip of tongue, numb lips and metallic taste in mouth?
What is causing the burning sensation on the tip of my tongue and my lips going numb and metallic taste in my mouth? I am already on a GERD diet and take medication. I am not experiencing stomach pain or regurgiattion,... | Hello, Welcome Thanks for consulting HCM, I have gone through your query, as you have mentioned that you have burning sensation on tongue, metallic taste in mouth, numb lips dont worry it can be due to Glossitis or depapillation of papillae , may be due to nutritional deficiency , You can take One Capsule Vitamin... | |
Have nerve pain in buttocks and legs after taking streptomycin injection for azoospermia. Worried
Last first in October I was diagnosed with azoospermia and after 2 months I was diagnosed with TB lymphadenitis. I took Streptomycin injections for 2 months and AKT4 for 2 months and AKT3 for 7 months but from the 5th mon... | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. Now a days ,so many bacteriocidal drugs available in market , why you got streptomycin I don't understand . Anyhow now apply heparin ointment over injection site and massage 2- 3 times in day. After few months you will feel better. Azoospermia is there ,but what is the c... | |
What causes problem while breathing?
I have had breathing problems for several years now, due to allergies, that is getting progressively worse. and, yes I do take allergy medicatin and have tried inhalers. But, I've noticed for about the last year or so that my calves on both legs feel tight and seem to be somewhat e... | Hello,Both causes are different. Prolonged exposure to allergy can cause respiratory problems. You may be suffering from allergic rhinitis and asthma.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Siva Kumar Reddy | |
End-stage liver failure. Nausea, lack of appetite, wasting. Precautions?
My 55 yo son has end-stage liver failure . He recently completed the medication regimen to eradicate his Hep-C, and last couple of lab results show no discernible trace of Hep C . He has an appointment at UAB on Tuesday for his three-day workup p... | If compression bandage is not possiable then you may use ACE bandage by lightely wrapping it to cover maximum area in circle. while travelling antiemitic may be given in advance. Liver transplant waiting some times very long and patients some times cannot wait so long. Mesenchymal Stem cell therapy may be used as a too... | |
I have recently been diagnosed with Diverticulitis: Hiatus Hernia: Gallstones: Duodenitis & a cyst in my left Kidney . I am 70yr old female and have a lump like fatty tissue just above my waist (left side). am in dreadful burning pain in my left side and round my back and am so worried. My bloods were all ok and I am n... | Hi. If you have solitary renal cyst then they are generally clinically insignificant. However if it is multiple renal cysts then sometimes it leads to flank pain also infections might be the cause If you have not done an ultrasound abdomen or CT scan, then it is advisable and also please consult your urologist.You hav... | |
Can getting HCG shot once a year be possibly the reason for sickle cell anemia?
My 19 year old very healthy lacrosse star daughter has been diagnosed with sickle cell anemia recently. She was a very healthy figure skating star and is now a lacrosse a very successful lacrosse player. She has always been very healthy an... | Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum. Sickle cell anemia did not have any thing with the HCG, It is a genetic disorder, may be the far relatives may have it. She should have treatment with a hematologist for confirmation and treatment. Ask to take more of green leafy vegeta... | |
What causes dizziness and ringing in the ears while having low hemoglobin level?
I know that my hemoglobin is low, 100 and that is being monitored. Suddenly last evening, I suddenly got extremely dizzy and had to hold on tight to my husband to make my way to the bathroom. Even after laying down, the room was still spi... | Hello and thanks for your question.It's my first priority to help you.Well as your symptoms are associated Eustachian tube dysfunction,Inner ear inflammation, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo,Cervical spondylosis.I would recommend to take OTC Meclizine.Hydrate yourself with plenty of fluids.Also do gentle massage o... | |
What causes pain in chest and coughing up blood in smokers?
i am a 20 year old male. light smoker - 3 cigarrettes a day. recently i have been waking up in the morning with tightness/slight pain in the chest and a weird tightness in the stomach area. also a chronic cough/clearing of the throat. this morning i coughed u... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Since you are smoker, possibility of bronchitis is more for your hemoptysis (blood in sputum). I don't think you are having lung cancer as you are too young (20 years) for lung cancer. But better to consult pulmonologist and get done 1. Clinic... | |
Suggest remedy for denial situation
my friends daughter, gave birth a week ago, and sadly the baby will be taken off life supporst tonight,the mother knows this ofcourse, but now shes asking to bring the babys clothes and pram to hospital so she can take baby to the zoo, we all know thats not possable,im worried mum m... | Hi. this is really sad news. Ofcourse you need to give her some time to realize this. it will take its time to sink in and she might not adjust well to it at first. When and if she lashes out on you, just be there for her and calm her down. take her to a therapist and let her tell her story. hope she gets well soon | |
Fatigue, vertigo, electrical feeling in leg. History of migraine. Taken Wellbutrin. Any idea?
just wondering if you have any clue what is going on with me. I have a had a lot of problems in the last few years off and on. Recently i have had extreme fatigue, vertigo, and the symptom that has really concerned me is that... | hi,migraine is known to cause such neurological symptoms like tingling sensation, vertigo etc. as you have told, you dont have any organic/visible problem in brain. hence it is most likely due to migraine. since you are wellbutrin, possibly your doctor has diagnosed you as depression. even in depression you do get such... | |
Eye exercises helpful for vision correction? Ayurvedic medicine for myopia?
hi.. i wanted to know if the eye exercises are helpful in vision correction? and what does ayurveda suggest people to do when they suffer from myopia? | 1. it is not clear whether you want treatment for you or for someone else, because AGE is not mentioned by you? 2. myopia or nearsightedness is usually inherited i.e.if both parents are myopic, child is likely to be suffering from myopia. 3. have you consulted with and Ophthalmologist about the same, and what he/she ha... | |
How to treat a large swelling on gum?
I've got a fairly large red swelling on my gum where my wisdom tooth should be, it's painless, and fairly "squigey". I'm unsure what it is and am afraid to speak to my parents incase it's something big and put more stress in their already very stressful lifes. The swelling has bee... | Thanks for using Health Care Magic.Wisdom tooth eruption should be the cause of the swelling,usually referred as acute pericoronitis.For the pain ibuprofen can be taken (if not allergic to any medicines).Visit your local dentist and have a radiograph done to evaluate the status of the erupting tooth .If there is an abs... | |
What is the painful fluid filled lump on my jaw?
Hi, I have a bump on the left side of my jaw line near my mouth. It just erupted 2 days ago its painful and it's hot to the touch. It feels like it may have some fluid inside it started like a pimple I pinched it and a day later the lump appeared. What can it be? Please... | Welcome to Health care magic.1.The history suggest the lump you are experiencing is of infective aetiology with collection of pus within. Possible cause could be hair follicular infection / inflammation.2.Other possible cause could be glandular enlargement ( sub mandibular gland and lymph nodal enlargement ) 3.Initiall... | |
What is the treatment of red bumps on thigh ?
Hi I woke up one morning with 4 itchy red bumps on the outside of my upper left thigh. it itches very little. it's been a week now bu it hasn't disappeared. instead there's black scab forming at the center of each bump...i never touched it or tried in anyway to disturb or ... | Thank you for query.with the description given It may be due to fungal infection.Please take following precautions.Use loose cotton clothes.Keep area dry.Apply antifungals like terbinafine which is fungicidal.consult doctor if does not subside.You can get back to me for any clarifications with the photos.Dr Bharatesh D... | |
Trying to conceive after abortion. Does taking ovaa shield ds tablet help in conceiving?
hi doctor, i am 29years old.i m trying for 2nd child,last year i got 2 abortion each 60days old.last year wen i did intrauterine scan ovulation occured on 11th day.now my doctor suggest me ovaa shield ds tablet and come on 11th da... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The Ovasheild that has been prescribed to you helps in improving the quality of ova. It does not induce an ovulation. The timing of intercourse is best if done during the fertile period as it enhances your chances of conception. I hope this information has been both informative and help... | |
What caused breast tenderness after taking plan B post unprotected sex?
I have taken plan B after unprotected intercourse. Afer taking plan B I started having breast tenderness. After 2 days I been feeling thirsty, and hungry. I did check pregnancy test but its negative. I still didn't have my period so I don't know i... | HEllo user,side effect of taking plan b are breast tenderness,nausea,weight gain,headache,acne etc.you are not pregnant because u took contraceptive on time..and pregnancy test is negative...nothing to worry..thanks. | |
Is pregnancy possible while on novelon pills?
I had sex with my woodbee on last monday night and next day morning (tuesday). She started to take novelon pills (21 pills) from the same day( tuesday -1.30 p.m) as per my friend suggested.. Will she get pregnant? I am affraid abot this,,,,,,,,,,,pls rply........ | Hello,NOVELON pill is a regular contraceptive pill and to be taken from D1 of her menstrual cycle. It shouldn't be taken from mid cycle.It gives more than 99% protection after 1-month used. Therefore, she has risk of pregnancy in this case and emergency pill will be more effective in this case if she takes within first... | |
Suggest remedy for low concentration and weak memory
Currently i am in MBA 2nd semester. Before this i was working with an organization from where i have to go my regional headquarter of my company . i use to go many times in month.last time when i was discussing with my friend about work. i forget the place name wher... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. There is nothing to worry about such type of forgetting. This is not memory loss. Such a situation is normally called "tip of tongue phenomenon". The tip-of-the-tongue phenomenon (TOT), sometimes called presque vu, is the failu... | |
What causes vomiting in a child after a tooth extraction?
Hello, My 7-year-old daughter had an upper molar extracted yesterday due to an abscess. She spent the following 24 hours vomiting and refusing to swallow her own saliva. Today she is drinking and even had a little chicken broth. My question is: why does she vom... | Hi,Welcome to Hcm,I truly sympathize with her. She surely has gone through tough times. Let me assure you , there seems to be no problem with her. The vomiting can be secondary to the bad experience she had in the past. The taste of blood itself might be giving her the nauseated feeling every time. She just needs moral... | |
How to treat fibrotic koch's in both upper and mid zone?
hi doctor, i had been diagnosed for TB last year and it has been 1 year since the medication. today i had my latest xray done, which shows fibrotic koch's in both upper, mid zone.. Also got my Haematology done, which shows Neutrophils 77.4 % and Lymhocytes 14.7 ... | Normaly treatment for tuberculosis is given for 6-9 mths depending on the resolution of the symptoms and the sputum finding..I would suggest you to consult your doctor and do not think of stopping the medication on your own.. Inadequate treatment can lead to development of drug resistant tuberculosis..Fibrotic lung sha... | |
Suggest remedy for mildly postive TMT for reversible ischaemia with diabetes and high BP
My father is 58yrs old. His TMT was mildly positive for reversible ischaemia. He exercised for 8 mins 21 sec of the Bruce protocol and achieved a workload pf 10.1 mets. Peak heart beat of 146 beats/min. Ther was no S3 and S4 gall... | Hi, changes of ischemia present.To prevent further ischemia and heart damage antihypertensive has to be started (enalapril or amlodipine).sugar level should get controlled.for that take low sugar diet.if still not controlled start metformin.Strictly avoid smoke to prevent heart attack.Avoid high lipid diet and fast foo... | |
Suggest remedy for wrist pain
My right wrist is painful when I rotate palm up. I suffered no injury that I am aware of. It has surfaced on several occasions before but disappears after about a week. its in its third week now and hasn t completely gone. What might cause this? | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have wrist pain. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like injuries ( which you have already ruled out ) , osteoarthritis , rheumatoid arthritis , carpal tunnel syndrome , ganglion cysts or kienbock's disease . I would ... | |
How healthy a life can a patient live who is going through dialysis?
I would like to know about a patient who is going through dialysis every 4th-5th day. How healthy life he can live? How long he will be able to live if he doesn t get a healthy kidney? Will marriage be a safe option for him? Any treatment other then ... | HelloThanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that your friend has Chronic Renal Paranchymal disease .It is progressive disease and one can not pull on life long on dialysis and has to get renal transplant done .Life span depends upon the creatinine level and effect of renal disease on... |
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