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How can hair loss be prevented?
i am 23 years old i having hair loss from age of 16 i been using hair loss treatment from the 16.recently from 2 years i am using Minoxidil hair 4 u lotion 2% still i having hair loss.and recently i loosing more hair from front.can you tell me what i have to do?????thank you.kishore | Hello,Welcome to healthcare magic,From your description it looks like you have male pattern baldness. In males Minoxidil 5% solution 1 ml twice daily is the fda approved dose. So please start Hair 4 U 5 % solution 1 ml twice daily. You can also consider finasteride tablet 1 mg once daily. Kindly discuss about finasteri... | |
What causes cracking noise in neck?
What does it mean when i poke my neck and hear this cracking noise? That noise started when i wasat the beach and went in for a dive but suddenly a wave bursted out it made hard contact. My whole torso area is eternally in pain from the wave contact. please help? | HIWell come to HCMThis could be injury due to wave chances of fracture would be very likely and this need to be ruled out and for that better to get done x-ray, if this is unremarkable then this is nothing to worry, soft tissue inflammation may the reason then, and this can be well managed with NSAID (Non-steroid-Anti-... | |
What causes knee pain on bending?
Lately my knees have been very sore when I crouch down. It started all of a sudden, I have been working out but have been without any pain for months. Also I have been doing some home projects that require me to get down and up several times but nothing too crazy? | Hello, The pain in the knees while bending can be due to osteoarthritic changes in the joints. These are age-related degenerative changes and regular joint lubricant supplements and pain killers can help. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Praveen Tayal, Orth... | |
What does a lump on ankle indicate?
I have a lump (cyst?) on the instep of my ankle. It s about the size of a walnut. It is painless and my dermatologist asked if I wanted it removed and if not he said it was harmless. It is very unsightly. I m wondering if I should just go ahead and have it removed. I m 64 and it dev... | Hi, If I were your treating Doctor for this case of an ankle lump, I would come up with only one and one possibility that is a sebaceous cyst! Nothing to worry about this and try not to get infected there! But surgical excision only treats it!I suggest you to go for an FNAC test of the lump for confirmation and to reli... | |
What treatment should be taken for octogenarian having forgetfulness ?
hello sir mere papa 80 ki age ke hai unke dimaang mai unki nasse block ya sikud gaye hai ish karaan unki yaad karne ki samtha kam ho gaye hai kya kuch treatment se unhe kuch relief mil sakta hai 2nd Q yeh hai unko bhuk toh sahi lagti hai par gas ki... | Hi Welcome to health care magic these are all symptoms of neurological disease.Get his CT/MRI head done to find the cause ,with proper treatment from good neurologist some relief is possible.As his age is 80 ,so certain problem amy respond partially or no response at all. ‘Hope I have answered your query, I will be ava... | |
Q. What does abutment of the nerve root mean?
Hi doctor,I am just wondering what is abutting and abutment of the nerve root means in a back issue. Please explain. What treatment is required for annular bulging and tear? | Hi. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. For further information consult a neurologist online --> | |
What causes sensitive lump inside butt cheeks?
Hi I am unable to make it to the hospital today and i am so nervous about this that I need at least some type of an answer now. I noticed today while in the shower that I have a hard lump on the inside of my buttcheek. It's not painful, however, when you touch it, it be... | Welcome to health care magic. 1.The history and anatomical location suggest the possible cause could be hair follicular infection with collection within, next possibility is sebaceous collection due to ductal blockage.2.Other possible cause since you have mentioned about the constipation - if its arising from the anus ... | |
Done bronchospy, had stomach pain and pneumonia. Has a shadow on kidney and lung. Meaning?
My mother has a shadow on her kidney and lung what does that mean and what should be done next. She is 80 and had a bronchospy done 2 weeks ago going back to consultant today ... What questions should I be asking. Also as a fo... | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. In my opinion the black shadow in the kidney area may be due to tumor or solid mass . Diagnosis can be confirmed by biopsy of the part. 2nd thing the shadow in the lungs is due to solid mass ( may be secondaries due to kidney mass ) in kidney area. Diagnosis will find out ... | |
What causes severe pain in the ribs?
I have been having severe pain to my right rib and chest area. At times the pain radiates to my back. Shooting pains when I take deep breaths. Really bad shoulder pain. I recently flew and that seemed to exasperate the problem. I had a CT and an X-ray of my chest area. The test wer... | Hello dear , hiWelcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query thoroughly .* This seems in definite relation with obvious pathology underlying either inflammatory or malignancy .* MRI is of more importance for diagnostic point of view as compared to CT in my opinion .Hope this will clear your ... | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late ... | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they shou... | |
How can an infected skin burn be treated?
hi doctor...my mother is 72 years old and she got her skin burned by heating pad. she had blisters and the skin is now turning green and pus is coming out. The wound is around back and front side covering underarms. She applied silver nitrate which made it eworse. please advis... | Hello,She must be seen by a doctor. If this means sending her to emergency by ambulance then you must do that. This is an infection that could get into her blood and kill her if it is not treated. Do not delay. Have her see a doctor todayRegards | |
Why my heart is beating fast and hard?
Well I get wierd chest pains and the other day i walked to my bedroom door and all of a sudden my hear started beating really hard and fast. like i could feel and hear it, i got scared and freaked out. i breathed calmly and lied down and it didn't stop until a few minutes after? ... | Hi sudden onset palpitations may be due to an electrical hyperactivity due to heart or maybe just increased subjective perception of normal heart beats due to anxiety. The best way to find is do a ecg during the episode, if normal than just forget about it. Also if episode are very short and impossible to get to ho... | |
Suggest remedy for the rash with burning sensation near to anal area
I have a rash on the inside of my buttock near the anal region and it s been about a week since it started, it now burns when I urinate and the urine touches the rash, on occasion when I wipe, I see small blood spots from where I feel the rash, I ve ... | Hi, You could be suffering from a condition called Intertrigo. It could be due to a variety of causes such as bacterial infection, fungal infection or friction. You could try applying an antifungal cream twice daily and clotrimazole dusting powder for a week. If you do not get any improvement in a week, do consult your... | |
What causes chest pain which increases while smoking?
Hi in the past 8 months I am having some problems its that I feel some pain in my chest and when I take a deep breath it hurts sometimes also after having a meal I feel bad in my chest and while I move I feel a sharp pain in my chest.However when I smoke weed it ge... | Thanks for your question on HCM.I can understand your situation and problem.In my opinion your chest pain is related to smoking only.We need to first rule out early bronchitis in you.Because early bronchitis can cause similar kind of chest pain on deep breathing and smoking.So consult pulmonologist and get done PFT (pu... | |
Suggest remedy to deal with uncontrolled urination problem in 6 years old child
My daughter is 6 years old and she has been wetting herself in school everyday. I ve talked to her, restrict her beverage intake to nothing after 8 pm, and sometimes she is dry in the morning and sometimes she is wet. What else should I do... | HI your child may be having a problem referred as Incontinence because she had daytime wetting also according to your history.Having intermittent bed wetting can be there in 2-5% of the children which will decrease gradually with the measures your are following.But, please consult a pediatric nephrologist /urologist as... | |
Suggest treatment for foliculitus
Hi, I initially noticed bumps/ sores on my head, but very few. Shortly afterwards I was getting red bumps on my neck and face with a white center and progressed on my chest, shoulders and back. My Dermatologist said it was mild foliculitus, Granted it may be but after 2 visits and 2 m... | Hello dear,Welcome to HCM.I have read your query and understood your concern.If you have been diagnosed as having folliculitis spreaded over body, i usually advise my patients to take oral antibiotics like macrolides/ cephalosporins to control the acute episode.Alongwith topical antibiotic like mupirocin 2 % cream is a... | |
What causes fever after a vaccination?
my son is 15months old, and got his 15month vaccines on the 19th of March. He s had a fever Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday. Fine on Thursday, Friday, Saturday. His fever came back on Sunday 102.3 and On Monday his fever shot up to 105.1. He also has cold symptoms. His bloodwork shows... | Dear parent , I understand your concerns but it seems that your child has developed a mild allergic reaction towards vaccination . allergic reaction requires the administration of an antihistaminic as citrizine once before going to bed until the fever subsides. to relieve the fever you can use acetaminophen or ibuprofe... | |
How to get stronger and longer erections?
I am 55, and have had infrequent sex for the past ten years. My wife is staying away to take care of kids' education, and my job is 1200 km away. So we meet hardly for a week or a fortnight -- twice a year. We enjoy sex. That apart, I do not hve sex. So is attrition taking its... | Viagra is a medicine that you need to start taking.It will allow you erections to be hard and you can perform better.You can get this from your primary doctor.Please leave 5 star rating! | |
Why does my top of my foot hurt?
the top of my foot hurts a lot when I press the center section of the bottom and cannot step too hard. It s hurts where it connects my ankle to my foot and swelled up (no change in color) for no reason known, toes begin to feel hot. Why? do I need to go to the doctor and get x-rays? | Hello, As you get hot spells than check the uric acid along with the x-ray. Because during an increase in the uric acid levels there will be a burning sensation of the foot. Also, do some icing and use compression bandage. This should help ease little. In case icing at the foot doesn't help then do icing for the lower ... | |
Suggest remedy for genital lump
My husband has a painful lump in the personal area. It has gotten larger than a marble in the last month. Not sure what this is, but its very uncomfortable. He had colon cancer 9 years ago and he is very worried. What doctor should he see? What could this be? | i.it is best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a urologist, regarding your concern. it could be a cystic formation, but other lesion types must also be ruled-out. diagnostics for further evaluation and management (medical and/or surgical if indications are found) will be directed accordingly.hope this helps.good... | |
Q. What could be the side effects of terminating Convulex retard and Seroquel?
Hello doctor,Are there any dangerous side effects, if we stop taking Convulex retard 500 mg and Seroquel XR 300 mg? I used to take these medications for five years. Now my doctor has recommended decreasing the dose slowly to end it. | Hello. Convulex retard (Valproate) and Seroquel XR are an effective medication used in different conditions like mood disorders, neurological problems, etc. You have not mentioned the reason for taking these medications for five years. If you are clinically better and are no longer having any symptoms related to your d... | |
What causes acne breakout after taking Wysolone?
hi sir!!!! my mother is using wysolone tablets since 4 weeks now she gettng small pimles and achne around her forehead and ears almost around her face n she is also reportning that she is feeling hungry even after taking meals.......plz suggest me a repli | Hi, This is a common effect of steroids. Lowering/adjusting the dose can be helpful or using an alternative anti-immune drug such as methotrexate but cannot say in your particular case, but generally, there are adjustments. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Matt Wach... | |
Have severe back pain. Have medical history and taking dexilant. What is the cause for back pain?
I have been taking dexilant 60 mg for the past 5 months. Had Endoscopy n diagnosed with Acid reflux and Barrett esophagus. Also have IBS and Diverticulitis. However for the last six months have been experiencing severe ... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The pain in the back that you are having could be related to the acid reflux and barret's oesophagus. A muscular problem of the back also needs to be ruled out after a direct examination. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again dir... | |
Results of liver function test shows elevated levels of SGOT, SGPT. Indications?
Liver Function Test : Bilirubin-Total, serum by Diazo method 0.71 0.10 - 1.20 mg/dL Neonates : Upto 15.0 mg/dL Bilirubin-Conjugated, serum by Diazo method 0.18 Upto 0.3 mg/dL Bilirubin-Unconjugated, serum by calculation 0.53 0.1 to 1.0 mg... | Hello, Welcome to HCM, I am Dr. Das. From the report, it is obvious that there is high SGOT and SGPT level . Except those all are within normal limit. Isolated increase of these two enzymes indicates presence of hepatocellular injury. Now, this injury may be due to chronic alcohol intake or may be due to obstruction o... | |
What causes shortness of breath?
Good day! My daughter s name is Carmela, 13 years old, 4 11 tall and weighs 48kgs. Last July 4, she had experienced shortness of breath while in school. she was brought to the hospital and admitted for a day to undergo 2D echo and doppler. The doctor said she has rheumatic fever and ha... | HelloRegarding shortness of breathing the lungs should be evaluated too with chest x ray and a spirometry test.RegardsDr.Jolanda | |
Pain in lungs, stab like. Can it be cancer? What are the symptoms like?
Have been having a slight stab like pain in what I feel is my lungs, was constant for th emost part for two weeks, start lookin gon the internet and am freaking myself out, thinking it could be lung cancer . I have an dr. appointment on friday for... | Hi, Thanks for query. Do not think of cancer of lungs. There are few causes which gives this type of pain which are common. If there is infection in the lungs like acute bronchitis,Pleritis,pneumonia and even in viral infection. So do not worry and wait till your doctor's appointment. Ok and bye. | |
How to treat the scars from tinea cruris ?
Hi, I am 25y of age, 183cm height and weight 77 kg. I had tinea curis for about 1 year and a half in the groin area. I didn't really treat it. Lately, I visited my GP. He was quite expeditive and recommended me anti-fungal creams and tablets. I've been doing the treatment for... | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forum If you have infection persisting, then only you may find red bordered lesions like that. SO, continue applying anti fungal cream and visit doctor again for oral anti fungals. Usually it takes months for some people to get completely cured by fungal infection. So, please have... | |
Suggest treatment for Eosinpohillic Esophagits
I have been diagnosed with Eosinpohillic Esophagits within the last 2 weeks, I started on flovent and I was told to swallow it. I am now having left side pain. I have only been on the medication less than a week. Could this be related to the medication, since I know it ca... | hello, thanks for your query, eosinophic esophagitis symptoms wise. similar to esophagitis where one can see difficulty in swallowing, heart burn, belching and stricture formation. it will not lead to candidiasis, the medication ( steroids) can cause when used in prolonged interval causes d candidiasis . u can start Mo... | |
How to get rid of skin rashes?
i have this odd honeycombed blotch on my face , it appeared 2 days ago it does not itch ,its not sore, it is on my left cheek , i do not wear jewellery or clothes to bed and my pillow cases are patternless so i dont know how this has happened it does look like ive been branded | HIWell come to HCMThe symptom stated here could be hypersensitivity phenomenon and this is some time difficult to know the exact cause, most of the time such rash comes around on its own, in very rare condition this needs treatment and the best option would be Tab Hydroxyzine 10 mg three times in day, hope this helps. | |
Imagining things that never happened. Could not deal with friends and people. Mental disorder?
i am having some kine of mantle disorder .i am working in my work place for 9 months but still couldn't understand my duties well .actually even though i learn things dally from my job . i cannot apply them to my work,al... | Hello I have read your question and I can understand your problem. You have symptoms like poor work performance, poor learning, poor concentration some times. You have also complaints like imagining things or living in miracles. You are also concerned about masturbation habit since last 12 years.See first of all I woul... | |
What causes upper abdominal pain post intake of Ibuprofen during menstruation?
I'm having stomach pain that hasn't gone away for a few hours, mostly right under my ribs. I just started my period yesterday, so I took 4 ibuprofen this morning at around 7AM, another 4 at 12PM, and then 2 Midol at 4PM- I don't have any cr... | Hello, The multiple doses of an NSAID without antacid is a bit major risk factor for the development of acute gastritis with or without ulcer formation in the stomach. My guidelines at present - stop the further intake of ibuprofen - more liquids intake in sessions - capsule omeprazole or pantoprazole with sips of wate... | |
My mother has a history of her blood pressure bottoming out. Several times we have been in Sunday school and she would become unresponsive. A short time later she would start responding. What causes her blood pressure to bottom out? She is on a blood pressure medication used for rapid pulse. | Hello and thank you for using HCM.I carefully read your question and I understand your concern. I will try to explain you something and give you my opinion. I think that in your mothers case we have to do with a rhythm issue. There are some pathologyes of the electrical system of the heart that causes in the same time ... | |
How to treat the pain in the knees?
My right leg aches when falling asleep and often wakes me up at night. It seems to start in my knee and radiate in each direction. I ve never had knee problems. I am female, 56 years old, 5 3, and weigh 150. Do you have any thoughts on how to relieve this pain so that I sleep better... | hi,thank you for providing the brief history of you.A thorough neuromuscular assessment is advised along with MRI of lumbar spine.As the pain starts in midnight there are two possibilities here which I can understand. first - due to the back injury in the past now there's will help a pinched nerve , so is the symptoms ... | |
Less motility of my sperms
I am having the problem of less motility of my sperms when I tested with my doctor. wht food stuffs i can take to correct that. | Hi.. A well balanced and healty diet is needed. Diet with plenty of vegetables and fruits are needed.. A dose of multivitamin pills will also help.. Presence of any other associated medical conditions such as diabetes has to be addressed.. Reduce alcohol consumption too... | |
Suggest treatment for severe hair loss
Hi I am having severe hair loss. I am 31 and was just diagnosed with Pulmonary Hypertension, mixed connective tissue disease and on on several medications. I have been on them for over six months to a year and the hair loss started about 2 months ago. | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, as long as the hair fall is concern age and gender is very important which are not given here, here the hair fall may not be due to the medicines but may be due to age and gender related, in either case of gender Minoxidile 5% solution can be used, apply this at least... | |
What is the treatment for loss of memory?
Hello Good Afternoon Doctor, I am 44years old and recently lost my GOLD chain some 3 months back , My question to you is I was not even aware that I had lost my chain, only when my monther reminded me I realised I am not able to find it. I am not able to recollect how and when... | I appreciate your concerns and asking on health care magic. Unfortunately there is no medicine to improve such recollection of memory. You do not remember because you had reduced attention when to placed it and your mind actually did not register its location. Now what you can do is recall the events 3 months back and ... | |
What could cause consistent fluttering in right foot?
I have consistent fluttering in my right foot. It s on the right side between ankle and baby toe. and it feels like blood rushing but it s not where a major vein is. But it has me concerned because it s been doing it every 5-10 seconds for the last week or more. | Hello,Your symptoms could be related to a pinched nerve or a twisted muscle. For this reason, I recommend consulting with your attending physician for a physical exam. Nerve conduction studies would help investigate for a possible pinched nerve. I would also recommend checking blood electrolytes and uric acid plasma le... | |
Suggest medication for hair regrowth on frontal area of head
Hi.. I am 25 years old female .hair fall started 5 years back which lead to baldness on frontal area. For past 5 years have tried homemade solutions like onion juice also gone through homeopathy medicine... but no result ... recently started showing to a der... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your case history of hair fall, my treatment advice is - 1. Take good nutritious diet full of green leafy vegetables and milk. 2. Apply a Tacrolimus 0.03% ointment on affected part. 3. Take an iron supplement and vitam... | |
Suggest treatment for auditory hallucinations
Will there be a charge? A family member has auditory hallucinations. They are getting more annoying and preventing her from resting and sleeping. She has an appt with a psychologist, referred by her family doctor mid month. What should she ask of the psychologist? | Hi dear. I had gone through your query. I understand your concern. Auditary hallucination is only symptoms and need to identify underlying psychological disturbances. Auditary hallucination is the prime symptoms of psychotic illness but one hallucination is not sufficient to make diagnosis. For diagnosis and treatment ... | |
Can I father a child if I masturbate regularly?
I am masturbating from 3 years thrice a week and my penis size is 2 inch normal and 6 inches when erect and my age is 16 years. so my question is could i able to become father in future? Will masturbation in future could affect my relationship life. | HelloThanks for writing to HCMYou have absolutely normal findings.There shouldn't be any problem in becoming a father.Masturbation is normally practiced by many persons but its obsession is bad.You should concentrate in your activities.You should avoid provocative literature and videos and try to keep busy yourself in ... | |
Suggest remedy for persistent cough and low grade fever
My 44 year old son has been diagnosed with type A flu. He has had it for 7 days now and coughing and running low grade fever. He has gone to urgent care twice and has taken fluids because he was so dehydrated. Should we take him to another doctor or wait it out | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicAt this stage he may be able to wait it out if the symptoms at the moment are mainly low fever and cough symptoms.The use of paracetamol and over the counter cough and cold medication would help with the fever and cough.Cool fluids, dressing coolly (not bundling up) would also hel... | |
Why does sperm comes out through penis during bowel movement?
Sperm comes out thru Penis during bowel movelment? Hello, I m an unmarried man, age 22. Most recently when I go to toilet and try to press bowel movement, on the very first initial press before bowel comes out, I can see that sperm comes out thru my penis. ... | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forum It is not possible to semen to come out unless you are excited/have neurological illness. SO, please visit an urologist regarding this for examination and further management. All the best. | |
Does high BP cause dizziness and spinning sensation?
Hi there, I am 33 overweight female with high blood pressure, have suddenly developed tingling feet and hands while lying in bed and having weird head spins. Am on blood pressure medication and currently on weightwatchers losing an average of 1 kilo a week. Should I... | Hello, 2 things I would like to recommend. 1) Keep a tab on blood pressure if you have a machine at home . Make sure that the blood pressure is well under control with medication . A slight variation in comparison to normal self may result in all symptoms you describe. 2) see which medication you are taking for reduc... | |
What is the medication for high blood pressure?
I have high blood pressure and was placed on a second medication called metoprolol. I smoke marijuana daily can it cause problems with medication? Iam a 31yr old female with one child 11yrs. I have no other health problems and currently take HCTZ 25mg. It is hard for me ... | hello, Marijuana is certainly not good for health, it also increases your bp. So as usual advice it should be stopped. If you are not able to stop it or even otherwise, then you should have a healthy lifestyle like avoiding fatty, oily and high calorie diet. Have low salt diet and monitor blood pressure regularly ... | |
Itchy rash, red and inflammef with little bumps all over the body. On strict diet. Can you advise remedy without medications?
Hi, I woke up with an itchy rash on my arms and legs after a night of sushi. The rash has since spread to most of my body. Everything is dark red and inflamed, and swollen, with little bumps- l... | in my opinion yes this is related with foodsas one or more of food proteins suddenly start reacting with body proteins if you can find out it may be milk wheat potato chana rice nut eggsor you can consult clinical immunologist who can get blood serum tets to find the foods avoid those and you will be benefitted as i ha... | |
Q. I have thick skin pads, redness, and pain when out in sunlight. What is it?
Hi doctor, I have thick skin pads on my cheeks and the symptoms have all the hall marks of rosacea, redness, itchiness and pain in sunlight, blushing, etc. I am becoming very self-conscious of my face and wondered if there is anything I can... | Hi. Revert back with the photographs to a dermatologist online --> | |
Suggest remedy for problem of loosing balance
dear sir iam 42,when i was 29 i had problem of loosing balance,when i lay down in the bed at night. it was like spinning.then i consulted a doctor and advised me vertin 16 tab for 10 days. and i felt ok.After 4 years i got the same problem and consulted the same doctor and... | Thank you for asking Healthcare majic. My name is Dr Ehsan Ullah & I have gone through your query. As the scenerio explained by you,the most probably cause of your vertigo is menneire's disease(related to ear). yes this is serious problem if not get treated on time and if treated its nothing just like blood pressure... | |
Experiencing trouble with my intestines
There a puss filled lunchbox on the inside of my this I had a yeast infection on the inside of my upper third 2 month ago since then I've been having trouble with my intestines my dr treats me like a drug addict so he does not seem to care about my health trying to find new dr | Hello and thank you for your question.Not sure what you mean by a puss filled lunchbox. Please clarify that in another question. The best way to care for your intestines is to eat a healthy diet with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grains. Avoid alcohol, narcotics, tobacco, processed and fast food. Take a... | |
Suggest treatment for depression
I FEEL DEEPLY DEPRESSED. i QUIT TAKING aDDERALL ABOUT SIX WEEKS AGO BECAUSE i NEED BACK SURGERY. tHINGS HAVE NOT BEEN GOOD IN MY MARRIAGE FOR A LONG TIME. i SIT IN BY BEDROOM ALL DAY AND WATCH TELEVISION. i AM 69 YEARS OLD. i think I really need help. I have no friends. My fami... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. You know that Adderall is prescribed for ADD. You feel that you are having depression. I think you are creating your own negative situation. Why do you want to sit in your room and watch television? Why don't you come out? Wh... | |
Q. I am not getting morning erection. Please help.
Hello doctor, I am getting no erection in the morning. Rarely it occurs. Is it good or bad not getting an erection during the morning. And I have masturbated over four years. Whether due to that reason I am diseased. Also, I had a same-gender sex. | Hello. You might have erectile dysfunction problem as erection is poor as per history. Usually, during sleep time in the morning due to sympathetic stimulation, penis erection should occur for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour at such a young age. You need to rule out hypertension and diabetes problem by blood pressure mea... | |
Enlargement of penis is possible?
Respected Dr, I would like know is Pennis Enlargment Possible. Because pressently i am in a big depression due to small pennis. I am 27 yrs old and my pennis is very small , it looks like small children pennis. When i try to masturbate myself , it erects to little size and goes back t... | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, actually penis size is genetically decided and this can not be changed and size is not important but personal relation matters here, do not try anything on counter or attracted towards commercial advertizement this would be wasting of time and money, hope this informa... | |
Q. Should I get hip replacement done to correct leg discrepancy?
Hello doctor, Got surgery done for "fracture neck of femur" five years back. Now living life with 1 inch leg length discrepancy. Highly demotivated. Hip replacement is suggested by surgeons but not now ,as I am 30 years old. As per them a revision surger... | Hi. I can understand that limb lengthening can be of concern but you can ealisy wear a heel raise on the normal side of just 1.5 cms (not totally correcte to 1.5 inches, it should always be undercorrected by 1 cm), limping depends upon you abductor hip muscle strength- so you need to do exercises. Regarding hip replac... | |
What causes painful molars to ooze pus?
My 26yr old son has two bad molers in the bottom right side of his jaw this afternoon he pressed on it and pus came out now it is very swollen and painful we tried to get into a local dentist but can t get in until the end of this week please tell us what we can do now | Hi..Thanks for the query..It looks like due to decay in the teeth there has been pus formation leading to tooth abscess..It is a painful condition as the pus does not have an escape way and causes pressure over the nerves. I would suggest you to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated..Most probably Root canal trea... | |
What causes blood blister on the right side of tongue?
i have a blood blister on the rigth side of my tongue what is the cause of this,i am 40 year old woman, my height is 5 feet 2 and haft, my weight is 9 stone 9, i have asthma,ibs,hp,mygrins,mother died of cancer two and havf years ago ,dad had kindy cancer last yea... | Hello and thanks for consulting HCM.i have read your query. blood blister or Hemorrhagic blister on tongue can be due to trauma to the tongue.Angina bullosa hemorrhagica (ABH) is a condition that is characterized by the sudden appearance of a blood filled blister on the tongue and oral mucosa in the absence of an ident... | |
What makes me feel dripping urine even after urinating?
It feels like my penis is dripping urine when I don t have to use the bathroom, and when I do urinate it starts out as a slow stream and then a full stream. When I get done urinating it feels like I have a little bit of urine left in my uretha, but I can t get it... | Hello and .This kind of problem are generally seen in the patient with prostate problem, previously infected STDs, cystitis and in urethral inflammation/infection.I would ask for an ultrasound scan initially and find out the residual quantity of the urine after you urinate and prostate size.Do not Hesitate to ask if an... | |
Restlessness, burning urination, muscle pain. Prescribed Monocef, Amixide. Reason for high WBC count?
Hi Doctor,My father has been hospitalized with following history :SATURDAY MORNING (30th of march 2013) :Complains by Patient:-Restlessness and sleep loss from past 3-4 days, burning sensation in urination pain and st... | Hello, Your attachments are not there .So it is difficult to advice .So please write down impression /interpretation of all reports .You can wait for 2-3 days .Get TLC DLC done again some times it takes time for these values to become normal .If it persists Pt. should be investigated to rule out myeloproliferative dis... | |
What causes ulcer in mouth?
I have a soft, squishy mouth sore. It's not an open sore but whenever I press my tongue against it I can move it around like it's filled with either liquid or air. I've tried to pop it with no avail. It's not very large, and its a little painful but not too terrible. Any idea what it is? | aphthous ulcers are common in the oral cavity, sometimes they are recurrent. They usually heal in a couple of days. diet restrictions such as spicy food should be avoided. | |
Can sciatica be the cause of uncomfortable pain in buttocks?
I have an uncomfortable pain in my right buttock! It is worse when I sit for long periods and also when I stand for long periods! I have seen my GP re Sciatica but he says it is not as this would go down my leg and toes too. He has given me some excercises t... | Hello, Well, sciatica is a symptom and not a condition. Due to lumbar spine nerve root entrapment there will be pain anywhere in the course of the nerve. It's never said only in hip or the whole leg. As there is pain in the gluteus muscle this is as per me the nerve root entrapment in the lumbar spine. But this may lan... | |
Q. My mother has knee stiffness and pain during physiotherapy after replacement surgery. Is it normal?
Hello doctor, My mother had a total knee replacement two months ago. Doctor suggested to put knee splint for nearly a month, and after that, she went to physiotherapy and her knee is very stiff now. She could not abl... | Hello. You have mentioned that your mother had her knee replaced two months ago. I am assuming it is a primary rather than a revision. I will be concerned as much as you are as by six weeks we expect at least a 0 to 90 degree knee bend. By this, we mean that the patient can bend her knee sitting on the edge of the chai... | |
What causes persistent back pain along with elevated body temperature?
I was at the ER last night with backache, nausea, vomiting, and both headache and extremely high blood pressure after vomiting. my BUN and creatinine were checked, 13 and 1.03. Now, all except the backache is gone but I have a temperature. What... | may be due to infective pathology in vertebral colum leads to persistent back pain associated with evening rise of temperature.most probably in indian senario it could be tubercular origin.need further history for conform diagnosis | |
Q. I have bloated stomach and dizziness. Please help.
Hello doctor, I am feeling dizzy and bloated in the stomach. I do not have tendencies to vomit but have mild headaches. I am preparing for a big exam so I am under some good amount of stress. I am burping a lot. | Hi. Our gastrointestinal tract has a forward propulsive movement (peristalsis) that moves the food material forward as it is digested, absorbed and finally expelled as feces. If somehow this movement gets hampered, food along with the digestive juices would stagnate, stomach acid will reflux into the food pipe and on t... | |
Q. Will Kalarchikai cure multiple ovarian cysts in PCOD?
Hello doctor, I have multiple small cysts in both ovaries (PCOS). Our family friend suggested me to consume Kalarchikai medicine, powdered mixed with pepper and honey to have it for one mandalam (48 days). I have completed nearly 44 days by consuming one small b... | Hello. I just read your query. See Kalarachi Kai choornam is helpful in amenorrhea. As far as small cysts are concerned they are unmatured eggs which failed to induce menstrual cycle previously, as a result, they got collected in the ovary and they will remain in the ovary. Now, you have got your periods you can start ... | |
Does discectomy procedure affect married life?
I Raja from Chennai. I had a disc prolapse and recently undergone a L5 hemi laminectomy / L5-S1 Foraminotomy with discectomy left side and L4-L5 Foraminotomy left side. After the surgery, iam daily doing the exercises and yoga as per the advice. Now i would like to know t... | Dear patient Discectomy surgery do not affect your married life regarding sexual relationship or daily activities. Some precautions has to be followed. Avoid forward bending and heavy weight lifting. Regular physiotherapy with back and abdomen strengthening excersise is must. Regular follow up with operating e... | |
What causes heart murmur and sharp pain in the chest?
Not too long ago i was due to have physical taken because i wanted to go to the selective service and i was being told by one of the doctors that i had a heart murmur, sometimes i also have this sharp pain coming from my chest and some severe pain from my heart. | as off now you are totally asymptomatici would advice you to go for a test called 2d echocardiographyin this test we can see whether all the valves are working properly or not ,,if there is any stenosis(narrowing) of the valve or if any valve is leaking(regurgitation) giving rise to murmera murmer is not always due to... | |
How can fluid filled lump be treated?
Hello,my 85year old mother hit her forehead on a door frame 9days ago. She still has an egg sized,fluid filled lump on her forehead,which doesn't seem to be going down. She will not visit her GP and we are worried about her. She also sprained her wrist. | Hi.Since this is a resolving hematoma, do not worry her much ; will resolve in time.Sprained wrist in an old Mother should be X-rayed and this can become a good reason for her to be ready to visit a Doctor. And then she becomes ready , you may request your GP to put in a needle to aspirate the swelling. I know how diff... | |
What causes high BP?
Hello Doctor, I am 34 years old, and have had a high BP since having my first child in 2000. It has been controlled with medication and once i am exercising regularly, i come off the medication. Recently it has been different, remaining high at 140/90 even with medication and daily aerobics exerci... | Hello, Regarding your concern, I would explain that high blood pressure is really uncommon at your age. For this reason, I would recommend performing some tests in order to investigate secondary causes underlying high blood pressure values: - complete blood count, PCR, ESR for inflammation - thyroid hormone levels for ... | |
On nebulizer course for asthma attacks, had ear infection, advised steroid, inhaler, no improvement. Solution?
I was using my nebulizer for my asthma as directed by my doctor when it caused me to have an asthma attack. The side effects of the treatment have been getting progressively worse over the past couple times. ... | ASTHMA IS ALWAYS ALLERGIC WHEN IT IS NOT UNDER CONTROL IT MEANS IT IS DUE TO FOOD PROTEIN MAY BE MILK POTATO WHEAT YOU GET BLOOD SERUM TESTED FOR MILK AND WHEAT TILL THE TESTS I ADVISE YOU TO TAKE TAB SINGULAR 10 MGM TDS SY VENTROLIN 1/2 TSF TDS SYP TOSSEX 1/2 TSF NIGHT AND INHALER SOS DO FOR 3 WEEKAND CAN POST AFTER T... | |
What is the condition called with abnormal blood vessel in heart?
I've been referred to a more experienced cardiologist for my congenital heart defect. I forgot to ask what it was called.... In the right side of my heart, one blood vessel is normal. The other is not at the cusp, it begins above my other blood vessel a... | Hi There The details you have mentioned gives a clue that probably you have a congenital heart defect known as TGA ( Transpositioning of the great arteries). Although I would like to read your ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY report before confirming this.Wish you Good luck | |
Suggest treatment for numbness and burning sensation in lower back
I am a 20 year old female and I have started to have some numbness on the lower left side of my back. It started a couple weeks ago gradually, feeling kind of like a sunburn, but there is nothing visably wrong with the skin. Over the past week, I've ha... | Hi,From history it seems that you might be having urinary tract infection giving rise this problem.There might be having renal colic producing burning sensation and pain in that area.Go for routine urine check up for infection.After report go for treatment accordingly.Meanwhile take some antispasmodic medicine like Mef... | |
Diagnosed with overlapping syndrome between lupus and Rheumatoid arthritis. Taking medicines. Interfere with pregnancy?
my daughter 29 years woman and going to marry. From 2006 She was suffering from hypothyroidism . Two months before suddenly her two fingers indext and middle of right hand swollen and she experienced... | hi hcqs is perfectly safe even during pregnancy. how much of zempred is she on. from what you have described there shd not be any problem with pregnancy. | |
Child has resonating cough, was earlier diagnosed with allergic asthma. What medicines should be given?
My son 4 1/2 suddenly started coughing in the late afternoon and by the night his coughing has a resonating sound. Should I give him a Benadryl cough syrup or should I visit the pediatrician? He was earlier diagnose... | Hi I do not understand the term resonating cough. Since you say he was diagnosed with asthma before, its likely that he has one such episode now. You have not mentioned any fever, which too favours asthma. Till you meet your pediatrician, there is no harm in giving Albuterol puffs in the same dosage recommended to you ... | |
What kind of allergy result in reddish rashes on hand?
hi doc!! i am 23 yr male. i am student.. from last few days i am getting reddish rashes on my hand, and it gives me pain lyk somebody hammering on me... i could not control myself as i want to scratch my hands with my nails... that is first time for me... so is th... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,I think you are exposed to the substance to which you are sensitive.As you are having rashes and itching on your hands you would have come in contact of allergen which is causing contact dermatitis.Because of the contact with the allergen you are having these symptoms.You need to identify that and ... | |
Suggest treatment for lump in breast
My 16 year old daughter has a lump and when squeezed discharge coming not from her nipple but from the aerole portion and it looks like a yellowish white discharge that is not sticky. Should I take her to instacare or will waiting until Monday to get her into our family doctor be o... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Your daughter mwy have some abscess formation or other infection with cyst in her breast. She should go for fine needle aspiration cytology. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then she should take treatment accordingly. Don't worry about breast... | |
I have tenancies of depression and anxiety. Do I have OCD?
Hi, I m 17 now, and after so long I just want to ask someone if I might have OCD . I tend to do things like tap my nose, only use one mug; I literally think about things repeatedly until there s no more to think about; I m always checking if my cat is still br... | Hi, You do describe traits which are obsessive in nature. But to be diagnosed as having the disorder/label called OCD there are certain criteria. so, you will need a psychiatrist. But even before that, think of this.......everyone has lot of things that we psychiatrists may call "traits" i.e traces of some symptoms....... | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? T... | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just coc... | |
Suggest remedy for swollen brow bone with hard bumps
Last week, I hit my head on another team member s head during a rugby game. I hit my brow bone against her forehead. It swelled up very big, and now the swelling has gone down. But on my brow bone, where she hit me, there is a soft, yet hard bump left on it. There i... | Go for physiotherapy and have icepack and ultrasound therapy and thumb kneeding . Home advice ice pack for you. | |
Can harissa,horseradish or prozac cause frequent stomach upsets?
Hi I think I may be allergic to Harissa, I am definitely allergic to horseradish. However I am concerned that Prozac may have been causing me to have frequent stomach upsets. I hope not because I was hoping to be rid of a recent depressive phase. Can you... | Hi,You should understand that virtually any medicine can cause stomach upset. Depending upon the type of stomach upset, we can attribute it to whether that specific medication causes that particular side effect. In your case, you have not mentioned what type of upset you have. Prozac is a anti depressant medication. It... | |
What causes sharp pain in the upper arm?
I have been having muscle pain in my left upper arm for about 2 months now. It is. It sharp pains, it is like I have been lifting weights for hours, and when I wake up and throw back the covers it hurts so bad. Not so bad during the day, but early in morning.....feels like stra... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You may be suffering from supraspinatus bursitis or osteoarthritis or rotator culf tear or infection etc. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. Avoid lifting your arm above head keep hand bi side to pre... | |
Suggest treatment for sinus infection, itchy eyes and chest tightness
i have some kind of bug started off like sinus infection(bloody mucus) this blood cleared up head plugged up with mucus that went to chest now sputum is white and thick at time cough hard- eyes itch and have discharge around by lashes sneezing a lot... | Hello,I understand your concern.I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious diseases specialist, answering your query.In my opinion you should be investigated for autoimmune disease. The symptoms you have mentioned is exactly matching with the autoimmune disease. Proper diagnosis in terms of what autoimmune condition is exactly is ... | |
How to get the knee joint in place after it has popped out and become stiff?
hi, My knee joint seems to have popped out of place,I did it getting up off the floor.As soon as it happened my knee filled with fluid.Its stiff.Im fine walking.When I sit i have hard time getting up where I have to put weight on it. Is there... | HI,I have read your query,Please get xray of your involved knee doin in AP and Lateral view done and send me the report.Till then take aceclofenac+serratiopepetidase combination three times a day.Apply hot packs for 30 mins in morning and evening.Apply crepe bandage over knee.Avoid dependent position of your foot.If sw... | |
What should be the immediate treatment for a kidney failure patient having a blood urea of 100 and creatinine level of 3.5 ?
Dear Sir, Would like to take sugesstion from you that my wife is kideny failur patient, now her creatine lable 3.5 and blod urea 100, she has under treatmet from AIMS but doctor not saying more ... | Dear A.Dash,kidney failure means that the kidney are not able excrete waste products from the body so that things like creatinine and urea goes up.If she can maintain with drugs then dialysis will be needed in which with help of machines the waste products are removed from the body on periodical basis.Kidney failure is... | |
Q. Why am I having red itchy rashes on thighs?
Hello doctor, I am 24 years old, female. I am married and have 6 months old baby. I actually wanna discuss something with you. The thing is I have small red bumps with red background on my thighs and it is very itchy as well. Now it is on my lower abdomen, on the right si... | Hello. 1. This looks to me like papular urticaria, which a kind of reaction which is seen with small insect bites. 2. The classical description is central vesicle or crusting surrounded by redness which can be seen in your case. 3. You need to make measures to avoid insect and mosquitoes including changing your bedding... | |
What causes sharp pain and burning sensation post rhizotomy?
I had a rhysotomy3 and half weeks ago on my lower back,this is my 2nd rhysotomy in 12months. The first one worked really well. This time I have been in severe pain since.I have 3 spots that I can hardly touch.I cannot lie on my back at times and I constantly... | Hello, In some cases, rhizotomy may result in adverse effects such as pain.This should subside by time, and if the symptoms persist for more than a month, an evaluation with MRI is necessary.Pain medication such as ibuprofen can be used also. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. ... | |
How to raise the blood counts before chemo treatment?
Hi , I couln t have my chemo treatment becuse the acount was. 1.1 I have had 3 treatments so far of 16. is here anything i can do to raise the count before chemo next week? i am glad you are doing such a service but i m not paying for it. thank you for yor time | there are injections that increase wbc counts, so that it should not fall after chemotherapy. it will prevent steep fall and helps to prevent infections. but injections before chemotherapy to raise the counts is not advisable. | |
What causes bleeding during pregnancy?
Can you still have your period while pregnant??? Ive been sexually active with my boyfriend for quite some time now and we never use protection. I feel pregnant but im bleeding please help me out i have no idea what to do, im 15 and deffinitly confused!! | Hi,If you are having normal period bleeding, then you are not pregnant. The implantation bleeding which occurs in pregnancy is lighter. Get a pregnancy test done to be relieved of this stress.I suggest you use contraception to protect yourself against pregnancy and infection. | |
Suggest treatment for high BP and cholesterol
hi ia am a 35 yr old woman who crave lots of water after eating meat (i ues to eat chicken ,turkey and fish only) i stop eat them for 2 months and this even i ate fish and the craving return i don have debitic nor do i have high blood pressure and chlestrol ia normal howev... | Hello, After going through your medical query I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that two spicy and fried food can make you crave for water, so it’s recommended for you to avoid spicy and fried food and also get done CBC, KFT and HbA1C. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist yo... | |
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... | |
Q. What is the difference between insulin resistance and diabetes?
Hello doctor,I have high sugar level in mornings around 140 plus and at night it is normal around 100. I am overweight rather obese and trying to lose weight. Now, I want to know whether I have insulin resistance or diabetes? I mean what is the differe... | Hello. Insulin resistance is a pre-condition towards diabetes. According to American heart association, there are criteria to decide pre-diabetic or diabetic. I would advise you to see a physician and get tested. It is a well-appreciated thought of losing weight, hope you stick with it and also control diet. For more i... | |
Forehead turned black due to sun and dust, used momate s, no relief. What should I do?
Dear sir, i have got my forehead complexion turned black for the last 4 years..a doctor told me that it is reaction of sun,dust that accumulates in my hairs and use of hair oils ..momate s suited me to some extent but my problem isn... | HI, THANKS FOR CHOOSIN HCM momate contains mometasone a steroid,so this helps you give only temporary relief frequent face wash application of moisturiser application of sun screen before exposure to sun avoiding dandruff using a scarf to avoid pollution using melacare can help you but this also may be temporary natura... | |
What causes stabbing pain in ribs?
Hi my name is Stacy, Im 47 years old non smoker, over weight with uncontrolled DM type 2 along with a few other things. For 3 days now I have been having trouble taking a deep breath, I get a sharp stabbing pain up under my ribs deep behind my liver, so more in my back but then it sp... | Sometimes the pain that you are describing can be due to pleurisy, the inflammed pleura.However as you are overweight, it can also be due to some muscle pull.I think you can some pain killers like naproxen 500 mg daily twice along with chlorzoxazone tablet twice daily for 5 daysIf the pain still persists then you need ... | |
My doctor didn t tell me that my antibiotics, Tetralysal 300 for my acne stopped my pill, Cerazette from working as a contraceptive. I have heard of friends that it doesn t. Is this true? As I had unprotected sex 9 days ago as I thought it was safe. He did not cum inside me but pre-cum can still have sperm in it I thin... | Hi there,The effect of cerazette which is a newer progesterone only contraceptive is not much affected by tetracycline. If you have taken cerazette regularly there is very little chance that you could be pregannt. Do not worry about the same.The home pregnancy test works if done on the day of the expected next period, ... | |
What causes blisters on penis while having herpes infection?
Hi Doc ..having had Herpis fro the past 40 years an no outbrak for at least 8..Itook one of those so called erectile pils for disfunction the other day..one only and hadthe runs..then er last night blisters came out on the penis and now they are looking some... | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forumIN short: Herpes is one of the cause for blisters on penisExplanation: There are many reasons to get blisters on the penis. So, visit a doctor and get yourself investigated. Herpes may recur many times. So, most likely is herpes. Good luck, visit a doctor as early as possible. | |
Need medication for cyst on right kidney for about 2.0 meters
My mother recently had a cat scan and ultrasound of the stomach and it was found that she has a cyst in her right kidney measuring 2.0 centimeters. No gall stones or kidney stones were seen although my mother had been having discomfort with urination for a... | Hi, welcome to HCM.Cyst in the kidney is mostly a benign finding and most of the time accidently detected.It requires ecaluation with CT scan with contrast. This will tell us the nature and stage of the cyst and further plan of action.Do basic urine report, S. Creatinine and then consult Nephrologist before doing CT sc... | |
How to treat infection in chest?
i had chest pain on left side. X ray was showing some infection. I took antibiotics with consultation of family doctor. Now I am ok with pain. But xray is not very clean, however there is an improvement. Is it required to do any more treatments? | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of pneumonia (lung infection) is more likely.In pneumonia, symptoms appear first then appears infiltration on chest x ray. Similarly when we start antibiotics, symptoms disappear first then x ray inf... | |
Suggest treatment for cough
recently we are constructing house in first floor and we are in the ground floor. It started during Jan month. But now recently my mom got affected with severe cough after which i got it and then my 4 years old son too. Eventhough it is not severe to my son, it is very sever to both of us. ... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. Construction dust can cause bronchitis and this in turn causes dry irritant cough. So in my opinion, you both should consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).PFT will not on... | |
Suggest precautions to be taken prior back surgery
I need to have back surgery, their going to put 2 rods against my spine and screw them in, what do i need to do to prepare for this and i know i need to stop smoking but i don't know a good way too do that, i have too many things wrong with me and i'm on 4 medication'... | As such no any medication or any precousion required before surgery. But yes if you are going for fusion surgery, its better to stop smocking. If you are on any antipletlet drug like aspirin you need to consult you physician/anesthetic doctor regarding its plan. anyway goodluck for spine surgery | |
Suggest treatment for haemochromatosis and anaemia
I have no stomach and have hemocromatois,I am tired all the time. My D 17 is very low. My bone marrow is not making mature red cells , my iron binding capac 195,wbc 4.17,rbc 3.60, hct 34,hgb 11,ferritin 98, iron 79,% iron saturation 41. They have done a phlebotomy on ... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.You should confirm the diagnosis of hemochromatosis. If you have not gone through liver biopsy then go for it. No need to do phlebotomy with anemia. consult your doctor and take treatment of anemia.Hope I have answered your question, if you have a... | |
Suggest treatment for chest congestion in a child
hi my daughter is 8 months old since 20 days she is suffering from cold n cough,now she is hospitalized n suffering from typhoid for 6 days,we r getting discharged today.my question is how many days will she take to be normal,n wht can i do to relief her chest congesti... | Hi,If your baby is getting discharge than she must be clinically fine, then only doctors are discharge your baby. Secondly about chest congestion, you have to keep room temperature within normal and comfortable range. And you can give Nebulization for chest congestion or use Vicks cream on his chest and throat to re... | |
How to cure Hepatitis B?
Good morning Dr. Iam 23 years male and i have recently donated blood, after analysis it was found that Hepatitis B was Positive. They referred me to Gastroentrologist. On the same day i consulted and advised for ultra sound Scanning of whole abdomen and Blood tests. My scanning report shows ev... | Hello, IgM- Ab tells us that you're in an acute phase of Hepatitis B. It's just a wait and see period while monitoring your aminotransferases level: SGPT, SGOT and bilirubin level at least once a month and follow the same the serology with the hope of passing it without cronicization till six montHS. A specific therapy... | |
Child having recurring allergy, has early morning sneezes, continuous congestion and nasal blockage. What treatment should be taken?
Hi Doctor, My son has been sufferring from the tendency of allergy and this has been right from his birth. He had in his childhood shown sighns of brethlessness on multiple occations , s... | Hello, I am sorry to note that your son has been suffering from possibly allergic rhinitis/asthma and the condition seems to be worsening. At the onset, it is important to note that allergic rhinitis when remains untreated for long eventually leads to asthma-like complications and full blown asthma. There is a lot of r... |
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