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What causes itchiness in the legs during pregnancy?
Hi, my wife is pregnant and 8th month is running. Recently due to itching in legs doctor suggested for LFT. she has a high level of sgot and sgpt. SGOT- 279 U/L ,SGPT- 248 U/L and Serum Alkaline Phosphatase- 310 U/L. doctor has given Ursodeoxyholic Acid Tab and Levo ... | HelloItching is commonly seen in pregnancy.Raised SGOT and SGPT may be due to cholestatic jaundice and it is common during pregnancy.Your wife has been prescribed right medicines.Ursodeoxyholic acid tablet helps in regeneration of liver cells.It will correct raised SGPT and SGOT.Levo cetrizine is an anti histaminic and... | |
Suggest solution for back pain and weakness in legs?
i have severe low back pains ,that is causing weakness in my legs an foot pain. i was told that i had a small bulging disc that went back in. i had three nerve decompression done in the right ankle from a broken ankle some 20 years ago. have had MRI of the brain and... | Hello,Thanks for your query.After going through your query I came to know that you probably are suffering from lumbar disc prolapse. You had already MRI scan.There are two treatment options.First option is Rest in position of relief(generally lateral position with both knee bend),NUROKIND GOLD ONCE DAILY and analgesic... | |
Suggest treatment for enlarged heart and tremor
44 Male, very athletic, physically fit and active. Diagnosed with enlarged heart (idiopathic cardiomyopathy) 3 years ago. EF ratio of 50. Diagnosed 5 years ago with essential tremor as well. I understand essential tremor worsens over time and my symptoms are very strange... | Hello,I have gone through your query.Thanks for using HCM.first of let me tell you EF of 50% is not bad at all.Are you on medicines for cardiomyopathy?I suggest you to get your thyroid functions tested .You may start beta blockers In consultation with your doctor which help both tremors and heart.My best wishesDr.Raje... | |
What causes infertility?
Sir,I have one doubt.i am 28 years old women,i didn't get baby till now.my marriage passed 6 years.So i took treatments.I took IUI two times and 1 time laproscopy he told me i have plysistic ovarian problem.Again he give me two tables one is PERTAB-50 and other one is PRIMOLUT-NOR.I don't kno... | first of you test your blood for hormonal estimation of insulin, LH, FSH, OESTROGEN & PROGESTERONE ( PANEL TEST FOR POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN DIAESEASES ). However one ultrasonogram of abdomen & pelvis is amust as you had inserted IUI 2 TIMES. your male partner should also be examined by a surgeon. | |
How to get rid of painful bump on roof of mouth?
I'm 19 years old, and I was cutting grass and I didn't have a bump on the roof of my mouth at that time, and I ate some chicken and the next morning my tooth, when I bit down It didn't hurt, but I could feel pressure like it was loose, but it's not loose or anything, we... | Hello and thanks for consulting HCM.i have gone through your query.according to your case it doesnt look like an abscess.its rather an inflammed (sore) palate( roof of mouth). its generally caused by local irritation like:~eating hot and spicy food~irritation from any sharp edged tooth~improper fitting denture~alcohol ... | |
Q. I have abdominal pain, and I vomit as soon as I eat something. What to do?
Hello doctor, I am a 51 year old male, who has diabetes. For my diabetic problem, I am using Insulin Human Actrapid daily 10 units. Therefore, I am getting weak and getting fits. So far, I have had five fits. I got CT scan of the brain, and ... | Hi. I went through all your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). For more information consult a nephrologist online --> | |
How to treat extreme fatigue while having mono EBV in the elderly?
Hi! i had the first symptoms of mono in late may.Went to doctor 3 time one for antibiotics next steroids and the third time had complete physical and lab results showing I had mono EBV. I AM 64 YEARS and the fatigue is still here with me. yes my pancre... | Hello,Mononucleosis is a viral infection so antibiotics do not help. Antibiotics only treat bacterial infections. The fatigue from mononucleosis may last for up to 6-8 months. There is no real way to speed this up but there are some things you can do that will help. Make sure you get plenty of sleep at night, at least ... | |
What to do for heart problem?
I know this will be difficult to answer. I have had a heart triple bypass in 2000. one of the transplants failed. I have had 5 procedures of taking blood clots out of my left leg over the past five years. This year i have had a procedure to clean out leg. it lead to finally getting a leg ... | hello,I have gone through your query.Thanks for using HCM.First of all let me tell you that genetics is highly affected by external environmental factors.Your life style can certainly modify genetical risk.so you should not worry about it.You have certainly long longevity as your angiography of heart was normal.However... | |
Can neck pain during pregnancy occur due to blood clots?
Hi, I am pregnant and my neck has been throbbing on and off since last night. It feels like its inside my vein on the left side of my neck. I am worried that it is a blood clot. Since they run in my family history. I am 32 this is my second child and I am genera... | well, I feel it could be just a weakness of neck muscles. are you using high pillows? if so kindly avoid it. sometimes using high pillows may lead to neck sprain. I recommend u to do some simple static neck exercises which will help you ease the symptom. if sill persists you can visit a physician. | |
Can nebido injection cause infertility?
Hello Doctors My husband was prescribed Nebido injections ones in 3 months due to low testosterone level. Got 1 injection so far. The thing is we are planning to become parents and I found out that these injections can leade to mens infertility, to a low sperm count. is this tru... | Hi,Welcome to HealthcareMagic.Low testosterone itself causes reduction in sperm count. So testosterone supplement is needed. Chronic use of testosterone may lead to decreased sperm count . But usually when supplement is started it is monitored regularly with blood testosterone level and stopped when normal level is rea... | |
What causes cold sensations in the hand and feet after a neck surgery?
Hi my mom just had surgery on her neck, to relieve pinch nerves. The reason for surgery was she was having trouble holding things. In other words she had no strength to hold objects. She now is experiencing cold hands and feet. She wears gloves and... | Hello,Cold sensation of hands and feet is a nerve function and it is normal that in postoperative period patient might have these signs, but over the months most of these will go away. I think it may take until 1 year to recover. If after 1 year your mother still has those sensations then it will be permanent.Hope I ha... | |
Can family history of rheumatoid arthritis cause cracking in wrist?
Hello - My 7 year old granddaughter s wrist crack continuously. I believe it is causing her discomfort and is becoming very self-consciousness of it. When I take her hand she ask me if I m okay with her wrists cracking. Her parents have asked my grand... | Hi, welcome to HCM. Family history of rheumatoid arthritis doesn't lead to cracking sound at wrist joints. Cracking sound at wrist joint in a 7 year old child could be due hypocalcemia. In my opinion, you should do complete blood count, calcium and phosphate levels, x ray wrist ap view to rule out calcium deficiency. I... | |
Suggest medication for a yeast infection
i've had a yeast infection for 12 days. i try'd monistat 1 and cause major pain and didnt work. then i went to the gyn and she gave me Fluconazole which seems to not be really working. This is my 1st infection and the only thing i've been doing different is i'm on a high protei... | hiwelcome to HCMi ccan understand your concernTreatment for candidiasiscan be managed with either topical antifungal agents or a single dose of oral fluconazole.A single dose of oral fluconazole (150 mg) in acute episodes of Vaginal candidiasis. In chronic patients, the recommended regimen includes fluconazole 150 mg e... | |
Q. I am wondering what are the flat and dark brown spots on my vulva. Please help
Hello doctor,I had pain in my vagina about two nights ago, but I brushed it off. Today I had some spotting (very little light red blood), and I noticed I had two dark spots on my vulva. They are small and flat and dark brown. I also had ... | Hello. It is difficult to make a comment over the possible petechiae (dark spots) over your vulval region. However, bleeding or spotting per vaginum post vaginal pain is likely to be your start of menses but as you had sex 12 hours back so due to rise in endorphins and progesterones post sexual activity the bleeding wo... | |
Can Meftal P be given along with Corex syrup for fever?
hi my daughter aged 6 yrs is suffering from 102 fever along with cough & cold for past 3 days..for 3 days i was giving her 6 ml Crocin DS syrup along with Corex Syrup for Cough & cold..Fever would come down & after 6-8 hrs would go up again.now i'm giving her 5ml... | Hi, yes corex and meftal P can be given together. But since your child has continous fever for 3 days, she needs to get investigate d. You need to do cbc, malarial antigen test, NS1 Antigen test. Till the reports come continue the drugs that you are giving. Regards - Dr Deepak Patel, MD Pediatrics | |
Q. What homeopathic treatment can be taken for neck pain and heavy head?
Hello doctor, My head feels heavy all the time specifically backside and I have pain in the neck. If I watch TV or does computer I feel the strain in the eyes. I have taken specs as the doctor suggested. It has been 15 days. Can you tell me what ... | Hello. Watching TV or computer too much is bad for your brain. Here lack of physical activity causes bad for the brain. And also eye strain, bright light causes the retinal damage, later you may develop computer vision syndrome. Eye strain causes a headache. Neck pain is due to: Neck pain is one of the musculoskeletal ... | |
What to do if taking Prednisone since 9 months for lupus and has been advised to go on Imuran to wean off Prednisone?
my sister was recently diagnosed with lupos....she has been on prednisone for 9 months!!!...she says her docter said she needs to go on imuran in order to ween off the prednisone. i know that she shoul... | Dear Madam,Thank you for posting your query on HCM.Well looking into your problem I will like to tell you that this is the right way and you should follow your doctors advise . Steroid sparing agents are the choice after steroids are weaned .Take care.Dr. Shruti | |
What causes chest congestion after an episode of cold?
I have had a cold for over a week, I feel better, but hear congestion in my chest when I laugh. Just concerned as my colds normally do not travel outside if my head. My coughing has actually decreased substantially. Not sure why this residual congestion exists. | Hi i appreciate your concern glands and mucosal lining of tracheobronchial tree remains hypersensitive to any stimuli following a attack of coldso you need not to worry please do some deep breathing exercises with steam inhalation i am sure you will be alright very soongood lucktake care | |
Reason for having weak leg muscles?
Hi, I have a bit of a medical mystery. My younger sister had an attack about a month ago. She presented with gagging, then had to lie down due to muscle weakness. She couldn t even sit up, she became limp like a rag doll, but still responded to our questions... Although she seemed v... | HiI may suggest that she should have an neurophysiologist's work out with studies of electromyography and electrophysiological studies if muscles and nerves of lower limbs, also spinal cord in back spine issues should be searched for to be causative of leg weakness.I am not clear as to what you call gagging...exactly h... | |
How to treat the effects of an accident?
I had an accident 3 months ago and the shock and trauma caused a lot of nerve and muscle aches. I have been under a lot of stress, I am also a very emotional person. Two cervical vertebraes were herniated and a lot of numbness and tingling on the fingers of the right hand. My n... | hi,thank-you for providing the brief history.As you have herniated disc in the cervical spine and also the pain is high in nature. The first advice is to provide a stability to the skeletal system of the cervical spine by using a hard collar.The next step is to take a proper guidance of a physician an take anti-inflamm... | |
Can masturbation cause hair loss problem?
hii i am almost 24 and i dont even remeber when did i picked up masterbating must be more than ten year or so from past 3 years i am loosing hair and when i stopped masterbating my hair fall stopped magically. now my main concern is that will my hair grow back now and my hair ... | Hello, Masturbation cannot cause hair loss problem directly. Therefore, I suggest consulting a skin specialist for physical examination, diagnosis and treatment. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. K. V. Anand, Psychologist | |
What causes the abrupt flow of blood during blood transfusion?
I donated blood on 10/5. Never before has this happened in my 17 yrs of donating blood, but the blood stopped flowing. The tech removed the needle because my arm started to swell. Friday 10/7 I had a small bruise, the swelling was still there. Saturday... | Hi, first of all dont worry. its not the big problem. Sometimes it happens. Due to some technical problems at time of donating blood needle might sleep outside the vein. So blood flow is stoped. And due to some blood goes outside the vein it leads tohematoma formation and swelling.It produces bruice. Bruice will chang... | |
What does toothache along with pain in the jaw indicate?
I have pain in upper and lower teeth which seems to radiate into the jaw and left sinus area. Lips are numb at times. I rarely get headaches...but this past month I am getting head aches but not severe. I am 67...overweight I am afraid and taking Lyrica for neou... | Hello,Your symptoms of pain in upper and lower teeth and along with it a pain in left sinus and headache seems to be most probably due to sinus infection or sinusitis. Also, it can also be due to nerve induced pain or Trigeminal Neuralgia.So my suggestion is to consult an emergency room and get evaluated and a thorough... | |
What causes loose motions and rashes around buttocks in a child?
hi my son is nine months old and has been having loose motions from 2 days.the problem is its not throug out the day just 2in the morning and 2 in the evening some times there are hard and some times watery i ahve given him medicines but not helping and ... | Hi, It seems your kid is having viral diarrhea. Once it starts it will take 5-7 days to completely get better. Unless the kid's having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry.While cleaning the area - you need to just soft mop it and not rub ... | |
Why do I have stabbing pain on the upper left side right under my rib?
I have a sharp stabbing pain on the upper left side right under my rib. sometimes the pain goes to my back too in the same area. it doesn't hurt to take a deep breath, but i sometimes feel like i could throw up. when i sit still the pain decreases,... | It can be a rib fracture..if u were been hit or if any other trauma...other factors to consider is your age, any other comorbidities like diabetes, hypertension.. if it is associated with breathing difficulty, or perspiration ,then heart issue should also be solved...so, get ur chest xray & ECG done atleast. | |
What causes severe pain in the neck and ear after wisdom tooth removal?
I got my 2 lower wisdom teeth pulled 9 days ago from today. I am currently taking antibiotics because the left duct after extraction got infected. The infection seems to be gone but I now have locked jaw, pain in my neck, ears, and it hurts to swa... | Hello,Thanks for the query,The symptoms you mention are typical symptoms of dry socket also known as alveolar osteitis that form after tooth extraction due dislodgement of blood clot from socket . Loss of blood clot occur due to any forceful movement of mouth like rinsing , swishing and sucking.I would suggest you to ... | |
What should be done for hepatitis C in a person who is addicted and has agreed for a long term care?
my son has had bloodwork and was called back to do more with the possibility of having hepatitis c is it common for the test to be wrong, if not what do we do he is a 29 yr old male who has been an addict and he has ag... | Dear Friend.Hi , I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern.If he is found to be Anti HCV Antibody positive , it is possible that the report is correct as you are saying that he is an addict. I.V. Drug abuse by needle sharing can cause this.If you still doubt , you can get fo... | |
Suggest treatment for pus cells in semen analysis report
i have 10-12/hpf pus cells in my semen analysis report. please let me know the reasons for this that why pus cell ratio increases in semen. what precautions do i need to take while doing sex. what is the medicine for this to remove pus cells from my semen. is it... | HelloThanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have detected to have pus cells in your semen analysis.The presence of pus cells suggest infection either in seminal vesicle or Prostate .Get semen culture done to find out the organisms causing this infection and antibiotics to whic... | |
Suggest treatment for infertility with pcos
i am married2009 I am 27 year old . after marrige we obet my first baby and. since 8 month we are planing for a baby . I also had irregular cycles when i got this checked i came to know i had PCOD problem Last month my gynic had given me Fertly 50mg 2 nd day of period i... | HAI WELCOME TO HCMpcos is an hormonal disorder. hormone tests like FSH,LH,THYROID,PROLACTIN,and SERUM FASTING AND POSTPRANDIAL INSULIN TO BE CHECKED. CHECK YOUR TUBAL patency with hysterosalpingogram,or by ultrasound.your husband semen analysis should be normal. ovulation induction with drugs and follicular study wi... | |
Suggest treatment for swollen eyes in a child
After last weekend away ( 13th-16th) with a hot tub at our lodge we all seem to have folliculitis. My 10 yr old daughtet has very swollen eyes (as she kept going under the water) as well as a rash all over trunk. Does she need treatment for her eyes? | The rashes and the swollen eyes can be due to some allergy. Try anti allergics orally for a few days. It will be prudent to test the urine for the presence of proteins also. | |
Given Rigevidon, for birth control, suggested to take from first day of menstrual cycle. Does it have any side effect?
Hi there, I have been given Rigevidon by my family plan centre recently. She suggested to start on the first day of my period however i dont want to mess my cycle( i have 28 days cycle ) and want to s... | Hi, Welcome to HCM. It is advised to take Rigevidon within the first five days of your cycle. Birth control pills do have side effects but they vary from individual to individual, it actually depends on the body system and the duration of the intake. Some take it quite comfortably while others suffer from side effects.... | |
Delayed periods, food cravings, constipation, frequent urination. History of being off depo shots. Sexually active. Possible pregnancy?
Hi i was last on the depo in january of 2013. I am 32 years old and have went back for any of my injections for about five months now. My last period was May 31st until June 5th. ... | Hi,Welcome to HCM,By 5 months the effect of depo should not be there. you may wait for few more days to go for urine test for pregnancy. If the period is not regular and late ovulation fertlisation time may be delayed . It will be better to consult gynecologist in case your pregnancy test remain negative and not having... | |
What causes cheek and jawline swelling with pain after a crown replacement?
I do NOT have pericoronitis or periodontitis...I was treated at the dentist for a crown to replace a filling...there was no decay or infection at the time. The evening after the treatment my cheek, on my jaw line the same side and area that w... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The swelling over the cheek and jaw bone can be because infection in the tooth, since you are telling you went to replace a filling. While crown cutting or tooth preparation, they might have exposed the pulp and that have caused the swelling (cellulitis).The other p... | |
Could prolonged usage of Cetirizine lead to impotency?
sir am a allergy patient now am suffering from urticaria also. i am taking cetrizine from last 5 years and i cannot stop this . sir am 24 yrs old am tensed that is this tab leads me to impotent. sir is there ant problem for taking this tab or is there any solutn 4... | Hi, There is not a lot of research to say Cetzine causes erectile dysfunction. If your issue persists, it can be due to diabetes, vitamin deficiency, smoking or alcohol. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. S. R. Raveendran, Sexologist | |
Does periola anterior surge shown during breast screening indicate cancer?
Hi I got a call from the Breast Screening Clinic and they stated they found a focal asyem. periola anterior surge 10mm on my left breast. It was solid. Sorry if spelling incorrect. My family doctor is away. Have a follow up appt. in 4 weeks for... | Hi, I appreciate your concern and glad that you reach out to experts with your concerns and not just google your concerns. Now, coming to your question, any abnormality in breast in a lady above 50 years should be evaluated for breast cancer, since it is the most common cancer in the world as per current data. However ... | |
Suggest treatment for severe abdominal pain
I am Hussain Ahmed. My father is about 65 years old. One day suddenly he got pain in his abdomen. After CT scan we came to know he has tumor in his pancreas which is increasing, and amylase is 232, he is also an diabetes patient. Most important thing he is not allowing for o... | Hi Hussain Ahmed.Thanks for your query about your Father.Sudden pain in abdomen -Tumor in pancreas -Amylase 232, known diabetic - not alcoholic - not willing for surgery - Wants to know the medications .Since your Father is not willing and he is diabetic, we have to confirm first whether the tumor in pancreas is a beni... | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologis... | |
What is the best medicine for body pain?
Iam sufferening from Body pain ,noy exactly in one point nut on several point of body from last 9 year ,I had consulted several doctor for the same but no response?I do think so my D3 and B12 is quite less is it possible to have less d3 and b12 for that much year ?Pls suggest m... | Hello, Opioid analgesics like hydrocodone or oxycodone can be tried. Consult a pain physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Q. Is it normal to get pus and blood come out while plucking an ingrown hair in pubic area?
Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old female. About a week ago, I noticed an ingrown hair in my pubic area. I left it for a couple of days and then put a hot compression on the area, exfoliated, and tried to free the hair. I used a ... | Hi. After going through your history, I suppose you are having folliculitis. The lesion is filled with pus, then the best way to get rid of it completely is to incise and drain the pus completely. After draining the pus, you may have to apply antibacterial ointments like Mupirocin. This will take not more than three da... | |
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 to deal with chronic fatigue, mental irritation and lack of concentration?
hi sir, am suffering from chronic fatigue, mental irritation and lack of concentration from last 5 6 years..am healthy looking 25 year oldguy having the addiction of excessive masturbation habit from last 9 years (20-25 times in a week)..is... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. First of all stop thinking that masturbation is the cause of your problems. In one way excessive masturbation presents anxiety and that is your real problem. Secondly, I don;t think you are masturbating 20 - 25 times per week.... | |
What causes bruises?
I have bruises on my tops of my legs & groin area which are quite big, bigger than a 50 pence & i get a bad aching pain in my left leg & sharp pain in pelvic area & also been having urine inconcience more recently i am a little worried what this could be thanks H. | Hi, Bruise could be a sign of underlying blood disorder. Trauma also could be an etiological factor. I advise you to consult your physician as soon as possible for diagnostic workup. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Suggest medication for a viral infection
dear sir, i have been hbs ag positive ,hbe negative and normal ALT for last 13 years.but recently only i tested viral load and it is 20560 iu/ml .i am 32 now. i got occasional drinking habit(say 10-12 times in an year).otherwise no major health issues for me. seeking your advic... | Hello, thank you for your contact to healthcaremagic. If I am your treating doctor. You are now chronic hepatitis B patient. Kindly do not drink more alcohol it will cause you more liver injury. Make you vulnerable to chronic liver disease. If you want to aske anything you can ask me. Thank you. Dr Arun Tank. Infectiou... | |
Q. Does negative index value in HIV tests indicate pre-existing immunodeficiency?
Hello doctor,I had an unprotected sex, and then after 18 days, 40 days, 90 days, I had an HIV 1 and 2 antibody test including p24 (combo test). All four times it was negative index value around the same of .016. I have read about immunod... | Hello. If you go again and get tested and then also if it is below 1.0, you are not at all infected with HIV. As per your statement, you had no complaints till test. If you felt sick, then it might be a problem. For any sickness due to low immunity, do not have any assumption or prediction as it is not fine. So do not ... | |
Is asthalin recommended to treat cough and possible asthma?
I have asthma for 20 years. My boy 10 years old coughing now and then and cough increases especially when after eating sweets. At that time I give asthalin expectorant syrup. Is it beginning of asthma? A doctor advised asthamon tablet during winter period. Wh... | Yes it may be asthama.Go to ap ulmonologist and get his Spirometry(PFT),Blood conts and Xray. Having family history of asthama is a potential high risk for having the disease.Till then you can continue asthalin and depending on the spirometry results adjust the doses of bronchodilators. | |
Unable to conceive with the right tube being blocked
i am 37 years ,my height is5.4feet and my weight is 55kg i am married in 2011 since then i having problem for my pregnancy, my right tube is block but doctor told you can conceive with one , i tried so many medicine and injection but no use . thanking you, please he... | Hi,welcome to healthcare magic forum.i understood your problem.you one tube is blocked as you told,its true that you can conceive with the other tube but the chances will be less,not 100% because its a natural phenomena and we being doctor ,also don't know that through which tube you can conceive.so according to my opi... | |
What causes stomach pain & bloating?
I have been diagnosed with COPD, recently I was also diagnosed with IBS with constipation. I have been taking Linzess for a month. It seems to work well until I eat then the stomach pain and bloating comes back. I'm tired o being miserable. Is this normal after taking Linzess? | Hello, thank you for your query.First of all, let me tell you that COPD may not have relation to this pain of yours. Secondly, the drug you're taking linzess may be causing bloating of abdomen .. I'd recommend you to stop taking it and instead try taking domperidone tablets along with mild laxatives once in a while. If... | |
Pain after wisdom teeth removal
Hi! I am 21 F. I had all my wisdom teeth removed 6 days ago. The first few days the pain wasn t as bad as I had expected, I was just quite swollen. Anyway I started eating more solid foods but have kept a regime of antibiotics , painkillers and mouthwash and haven t smoked or anything. ... | this is not a dry socket...in dry socket condition there is a pain during breathing from mouth and foul smell from socket...pain is due to bone filling is done incompletely or there is any boney spicules or boney prominence....first to take radio-graph of that region to clear that any root of the tooth are not remainin... | |
Can probiotics cause green stool and frequent bowel movements?
Can probiotics cause green stool and make you have BM s more often -- how long will these issues last My son is 11 and has autism - we started omega 3 weeks ago and probiotics a few days ago - 95% of the time his stools are mushy - like a babies - very rar... | Hi...probiotics do not cause the symptoms you have suggested. As you say that the motion is 95% of the time mushy...I will suggest you when you need to worry about loose stools.Unless the kid's having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry. ... | |
Suggest treatment for severe anemia
I have almost no iron in my blood. Had cancer treatment for a year. Morgellons for 9years. The chemo enraged the m and biofilm can out on top of face. Unreal creatures purging. No iron now. I am trying hard to kil biofilm. If this is you, you are cute. Jonna thanks | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have severe anemia. Treatment depends on cause of anemia. As you say you have iron deficiency anemia. You should go for complete blood count and peripheral smear examination as well as anemia profile. It will give you exact diagnosis. You s... | |
Can an abortion lead to infertility issues?
I had an abortion 18 years ago and had a sever infection after to the point I required another operation to clean the infection. I have been trying to fall pregnant for the last nine months and have just had my third round of unsuccessful IVF. Could the abortion have caused ... | Hi,Thanks for writing to HCM .Before doing IVF they must have done hysterosalpingo graphy(HSG) and hysteroscopy. Abortion and D and C may cause adhesions or tubal block. But these things can be diagnosed by HSG and hysteroscopy. If they are not there then your abortion is not the cause for infertility. Hope I have ... | |
Had depo injection. Experiencing sickness. Pregnancy test negative. Having bleeding. Suggest
Hello, I'm on the depo injection and I've been experiencing sickness, even the smell of food makes me vomit. I've had really bad diarrhea that is just stopping. I've recently read a post on this site about it could be having w... | Hi, thanks for the queryFeeling sick, nausea and vomiting can occur due to progesterone hormone in depo injections. Also,irregular bleeding is one of the major side effects of this injections.In my opinion, you should use symptomatic treatment in form of antiemetics and haemostatics to control vomiting and bleeding res... | |
What causes painful lump on wrist?
I have a lump on my wrist but it only appears if I bend my wrist in a downwards motion. When it does appear I can push this lump and it feels soft and vanishes for a few minutes then it reappears. When I push the lump it feels slightly painful and uncomfortable. | HI.This is called a ganglion ans is caused by inflammation / reaction to the joint-lining. By your history this is connected to the wrist.Many times this may subside on its own. You can give rest to the wrist for some weeks by crepe bandage or wrist band - not to allow movements at all. This will help to heal it intern... | |
What causes recurring bouts of fever with chills after a bout of valley fever?
I have reoccurring spells of my valley fever. It isn t near as bad as the original onset but I still have them ever so often. Is this normal? I fever and chill, shake and hurt for 24-48 hrs and it passes. It use to be I fevered for a week b... | valey fever can cause serious symptoms, though can sometimes get better without treatment in patients who are otherwise healthy.treatment is, nonetheless, highly recommended. valey fever has potential to stir up significant symptoms and complications. in a patient with a compromised immune system, the disease will like... | |
What could be the cause of my cold sweats, lightheadedness and muffled hearing after falling?
26 yo female - 5 6 145lbs. I recently missed the bottom 2 stairs and fractured my ankle. I have been to the DR recently for an annual physical. All bloodwork/labs show normal including thyroid and hormones. The night I fell a... | Hello, I would explain that your symptoms seem to be related to low blood pressure, probably caused by a physiological reaction to the pain and trauma. In my opinion, there is nothing concerning in this situation, considering the trauma you have gone through. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist... | |
Q. I have a sore back tooth and the gum is swollen. What could this be?
Hello doctor,The past two days I have had a sore back tooth, feels like the gum is swollen on the bottom and last night it started throbbing pain in my cheek and now my cheek is swollen and sore. I have a sore throat also I am currently breastfeed... | Hello. We are here to help you. As per your symptoms, you could be either suffering from impacted wisdom tooth or a tooth infection due to cavities. For the momentary relief, you can start with warm saline gargles at least 5 to 6 times a day for a week. Avoid applying anything hot from outside. Avoid covering your face... | |
Is sperm count of 412 million/ml while having varocelle normal?
Hello. I am a 32 year old man and have recently been diagnosed with a varocelle (blocked vein in my left testicl I have been very anxious about what this means for me as I wish to have a family so I did a sperm test. I just got the results and a couple of... | Hello,Yes, you have a normal sperm count and there is nothing to worry about. These varicoceles can be removed surgically if causing any problems.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sameen Bin Naeem, General & Family Physician | |
Feel dizzy, vomiting. History of polysystic kidney disease. On Lupron, priolsec lisiniprol. Suggestions?
I have been having three to four dizzy spells a day sometimes I vomit its happened while driving, its very scary it makes me feel like I CANT walk strait, I do have polysystic kidney disease and just started last m... | Hello!I think you should get your check up done because you are taking celexa drug which can cause dizziness in some patients. so i think you should consult with your doctor who has prescribed you this treatment, to change the medicine or to adjust the dosage. Also, get blood pressure and blood sugar check up.Thanks | |
Is there any cure for oesaphagus cancer?
hi my name is stanley ivara,my query is in regard to oesaphagus cancer,my partner has a tumor in her food pipe,she cant eat,drink or even swallow her own saliva,she has gone through radiation and chermo therapy but the tumor has grown,we were down in brisbane at the princess al... | Hi and welcome to HCmunfortunately this is one of the worst cancer that exist and treatment in late stages is impossible, if there is no surgical indication for removal then there is no miracle which can lead to cure. minor life prolongal may be achieved by chemotherapy or radiation but prognosis is very poor. unfortun... | |
Suggest treatment for a sudden seizure episode
My son has just been for a whole arm cover up. Started at ;11 and by 3.00pm he had a seizure and was in an ambulance. He is not epileptic and has never had a seizure before. He has discharged himself from hospital and 4 hrs later is being vielently sick?? | Hello, First of all, your son should do some investigations such as MRI T2 weighted Brain, EEG, ECG, CBC, Liver, and Kidney function tests, blood analysis for toxic or illegal drugs, urine analysis. Then he should be put under complete medical supervision in a hospital for 24 hours. The results of these investigations ... | |
How can one deal with obsessive behaviour?
HI, Doctors I want consultancy for my nephew,his behavior is obsessive now these days. I need a visit to a Doctor in my nearby area, . We live at Bhilwara (Rajasthan)-India.Please advise me who is the doctor of these matters at Udaipur, Ajmer or at Jaipur in India. | HiThanks for using healthcare magicIn case of OCD, he needs antiobsessional drugs. Best doctor in this field in Jaipur is Dr Shiv Gautam. You can consult me. In case, you need any further help, you can consult Dr. Abhishek Kapoor in Gurgaon. He is also well known in field of OCD and knows behavioral therapy in OCD. You... | |
What is the remedy for the severe redness, itching and cuts of skin under the penis?
DEAR DOCTOR, I HAVE SEVERE REDNESS, ITCHING, CUTS OF SKIN, UNDER THE GLANS OF PENIS, ALSO I AM SUFFERING FROM WEAKNESS , SOME KIND OF DIZZINESSES OFTEN, LOOSE (UNABLE) TO DO WORKABILITY AND MANY MORE SYMPTOMS LIKE WHITE HAIRS GROWN, D... | HiThank you for asking HCMI have gone through your query. Your problem with penis can be most likely due to fungal infection. In such case i would recommend using ointments with combination of antifungal like miconazole and cortcosteroid like flucinolone. Avoid using soaps and irritants to wash the area and instead you... | |
Is the numbness in the ring finger a matter of concern?
I locked my keys in the car yesterday midday and was trying to put a wedge in the door so I could push a hanger through to open the lock. I was prying on part of it with my hand. (Suffice it to say that I had to call the local sheriff s dept to get it open.) When... | HIWell come to HCMSuch numbness could be nonspecific and it will comes to normal soon, because of the panic this might be more prominent but no need to worry about it for sure it would be fine, hope this information helps take care | |
Suggest treatment for complex hyperplasia with atypia
I have been diagnosed with complex hyperplasia with atypica. I also have an enchondroma within the bone in one of my legs. It was presumed to be benign but now a specialist is not so sure. I wonder if the uterine dx is always the primary source or could this be a m... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Your complex hyperplasia with atypia has no relation with enchondroma. It is primarily uterine pathology. Chances of endometrial carcinoma is very high in complex hyperplasia with atypia. You should go for hysterectomy. For enchondroma you can g... | |
Suggest treatment for chest pain and dizziness
my left side of my chest hurts a lot. along with my stomach and all of my joints. when I stand I get super dizzy and see black spots crowding my vision. I have also experienced a sudden weight loss of twelve pounds within the span of 2 months.Do you have any ideas what ca... | Thanks for your question on Health care magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, we should rule out cardiac and pulmonary causes for your symptoms. So better to first get done ecg and 2d echo to rule out Cardiovascular causes. Also get done chest x ray to rule out pulmonary causes. If all ... | |
What medications to be taken by a pregnant lady for an abscess on gum?
I have an abscess on my gum. It had a white head in it. Looks to have busted. But nothing is really coming out just has white stuff in the middle of it. I've rinsed with warm salt water, peroxyl, and mouthwash. Is there anything else I can do? I'm ... | Hello and welcome to Hcm forum.I would like to inform you that a gum abcess needs to be drained first followed by antibiotics.In your case only your concerned gynecologist can prescribe you with the antibiotics, or your dentis will have to speak to your gynecologist before prescribing any medication.For now i will advi... | |
What can cause palpitations along with severe headaches?
I've had several episodes of my heart beating fast and getting a headache. Yesterday the headache was severe, but went away after I laid down a while and took a Naproxin. Today I had another, and took my BP. It was 164/74 and my pulse was 105. Still have a b... | Hello, After going through medical details provided by you. I understand your concern and would like to tell you that long standing untreated hypertension or an episode of hypoglycaemia which might have caused you a headache and palpitations. Its recommend for you to get few tests done to rule out the cause of palpitat... | |
Q. I have severe localized pain in my left arm while lifting up. Why?
Hello doctor, I am having severe localized pain when I lift my left arm over my head and it is in muscles for more than four months. The rheumatologist did an x-ray and blood test which are all normal. He prescribed tablet Arcoxia-285 (90 mg) and Pa... | Hi. I read in detail your symptoms. It is suggesting periarthritis shoulder. The profile does not suggest inflammatory arthritis as the signs of inflammation are lacking and the tests are normal. Periarthritis shoulder or frozen shoulder. MRI shoulder. Adhesive capsulitis. Periarthritis shoulder. Continue medication. L... | |
Suggest treatment for arachnoid cyst in brain
Hi! I just had an MRI of the neck and brain and was told that I have an arachnoid cyst and would like to know if its ok to take 81mg aspirin on a daily basis even though I have the cyst. I always hear about hemorraging either with the stomach or even the brain with some of... | Hi, I am Dr.Bruno. I have read your question and understand your concerns. Let me try to help you Question: Suggest treatment for arachnoid cyst in brainAnswer : Treatment depends on few factors 1. Location of the cysts 2. Size of the cyst 3. Whether it is growing (to be determined by another Scan after 6 months) 4. W... | |
What is the cure for constant lightheadedness, pressure on the left side of head and hydrocephalus?
I had an automobile accident on May 9, 2013. Progressively I have had a constant light headedness and pressure on the left side of my head, where I hit the door jam. There is a numbness on my left cheek from the ear t... | Hello & Welcome to HCM,I had gone through your case and i will advice you that you again go for CT or MRI of brain and to know the current condition of brain.After that you must meet the neuro physician for treatment.Hope my answer will be effective for you.Thanks & Regards:Dr.Soni VermaHomoeopathic Physician ,Psycholo... | |
What does a lump on a dog bite wound indicate?
Hi my mother was bit on the wrist three times by a dog 3 weeks ago. The wounds have healed and the bruising has gone but now there is a hard lump under the skin about the size of a coin. Should she see a doctor. The bite was also near the vein. She has been on antibiotics... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Did your mother take rabies vaccine for the dog bite? If not, then please do as it is mandatory. Hard swelling beneath the skin might be keloid formation. My suggestion is, please visit the general physician for more suggestion... | |
Suggest treatment for sciatic pain in leg and fatigue
hi i m 0f 30 yr old and recently diagnosed with lumber spine disks one is dessicated, i feel svere schiaticas pain in my right leg. my half foot is also feel deadlike. i cant sleep when i lay down severe pain starts. i feel so much fatigue in my body. i m a phd sch... | Hello, If no severe herniated disc or instability then you should be treated conservatively for sciatica. Few days rest, antineuralgic drugs use and physical therapy are indicated in cases such as yours. Spinal injections also may be used with possible instant relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I c... | |
Suggest treatment for ankle pain
Hi, I sprained my ankle a few days ago. They labeled it as a grade 3 sprain. They put me on crutches and put an ace bandage and a air cast on me. When I rest my ankle I feel a tingly sensation like pins and needles, I can barely put weight on my ankle as well when I do I feel like I m ... | Hello dear user!I have gone through your query and understood your concerns!Thank you for sharing them on healthcaremagic. Now I guess you have a pain only when you move and sensation when you rest. Your dizziness is due your pain. I think a combination therapy of ketoprofen (1 capsule twice a day), application of Dicl... | |
What is reason for skin rash?
hi my daughter is having rashes on her ski she is eleven years old and they any time and anywhere | Hello,Thank you for posting on HCM.I can understand your concern regarding the skin lesions your daughter is having but its difficult to point specific diagnosis in absence of clinical examination.Therefore, I insist you to post good clinical pictures to me so that I can help you in a better way.You can mail pictures t... | |
Suggest treatment for tachycardia
Dr . my age is 28 , from past 10 years i am facing sinus problem , i am taking medicine from ENT specialist , last month i faced breathless ness and abnormal heartbeats , it was checked by Cardiologist and went for ECHO everthing is normal he written trachycardia seen , and in blood... | Hitachycardia is a condition in which the heart beats faster then the normal rate , it can be because of anxiety ,anaemia, medicines and a number of causes, infection can also be a cause of tachycardia.mild tachycardia is not a problem but if heart rate is more then 120 in that case low dose propranolol should be tak... | |
Whom to consult in case of bad bunion and arthritis?
What kind of doctor should I see for a very bad bunion and arthritis in the joints of my feet. I have been getting cortisone shots in one of the joints for a few years. I had the nerve between the two toes cut 14 years ago but it only helped for @10 years. I am flat... | hi,as you mentioned the history of you, I think that now the thing has become chronic. So to break the pattern of the pain, what can I Advice is to first start doing hot water fermentation and then do some feel muscle Strengthening exercises . example, picking the bits of paper with toes and then mustard seeds. it will... | |
Pain and swelling in gum, painful while speaking and smiling. Taking light medication. Cure for symptoms?
am having pain and swelling of right lower gum for more than a week.dental doc adviced me to take cipro 500mg for 5 days twice daily, along with tht emflam, and chymaral forte also hve been prescribed .three days ... | Hello and welcome to hcm forum, Pain and swollen gums may be due to- Gingivitis which has progressed into periodontal infection. Complete thorough scaling has to be done. Tissue grafting has to be done if there is associated bone loss. The pus has to be drained and curetted well. Take complete course of antibiotics too... | |
Ugly, fat, depressed, hate my job, wear glasses, dry and itchy skin, blind in one eye. Will things get worse ?
I m ugly, fat, depressed, hate my job, I ve let myself go over the years...such as not showering or bathing (although I do wash up with soap and water), I wear ugly glasses, my skin is very dry and itchy, one... | Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query. I understand that you are going through a difficult time in your life. You seem to having a lot of negative and self-defeating thoughts and ideas of worthlessness, and these could be indicative of a depression. Though you may be having a lot of adversities i... | |
How to overcome infertility problem and how to analyse the tests done for it ?
Gudpm,Doc here s my results.. Estradiol - 186.90 pmol/L, FSH - 7.22 IU/L, LH - 5.81 mlU/ml, LH/FSH ratio - 0.8 prolactin - 468.00 progesterone 19.85 nmol/L. my ultrasound Endometrical thickness is 4.5 mm.. uterine Echo pattern - wc AVR NS..... | hello welcome to health care magic. your prolactin levels are very high, please get it repaeted once. get it done in the morning around 7 to 8am because prolactin has a variation through the day. also get your thyroid profile done. sometimes thyroid disorders cause raised prolactin. depending on the reports you will ... | |
Does carnisure affect pregnancy ?
please let me know whether it s confirmed pregnancy or missed my careles had beend ib auto hello doctor ,am priya 34yrold, & got married in Nov19th 2010, got ma 1st period on 23rd nov 10 2nd period on jan 26th 11 ,3rd 5thmar 11, 4th april 11,& 5th on may 5th 11 and 6th on may 23rd 11 ... | Hi welcome to HealthcareMagic The above USG of pelvis clearly states that the pelvic organs are normal in size and there is no abnormality seen... The bleeding which you had on 2nd june , need to be known whether its a single episode and little quantity or large amount... if its large amount, then chances of pregnancy... | |
Are there any drugs to increase the size of the penis?
hi, i am 13 years old and my penis hasnt grown at all since birth, nothing, at all. i do try to produce sperm but i never did and never succeeded. please tell me what to do to make my penis bigger without any pills or drugs or doctor and operations but just doing ... | Dear userWe understand your concernsI went through your details. The average erect penis size is less than 5 inches. You are just 13 and your penis should grow for another 6 years. Please do stop worrying about your penis and its length and sex etc. They all should be perfect when you grow. Concentrate on your studies.... | |
Q. When I wake up, my heart is often racing. What could be the reason?
Hello doctor, I am a 61 year old man and in reasonably good health apart from being overweight and diagnosed diabetic 10 years ago. The following has started after I lost a lot of weight. For the last 9 months, I have had to sleep sitting up in a c... | Hi. My compliments for a detailed medical history of what you have been going through in the last nine months. I have gone through it and following are the points which are important to show the way to diagnosis: What are the problems you do not probably have: What you may have: My suggestions: | |
What causes painful lumps in stomach and forearm?
Hii.. My Name is Rahul.. I have found that inside my body tumor like formation (stomach and a forearm). Sometime I feel pain while pressing them... What would be the reason I have consulted local doctors which suggests that it is a excessive fat formation... Kindly gui... | Hi! Good evening Rahul. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. Although it requires a physical clinical assessement of the lumps, from the history it seems that you have got multple lipomas on your body, which in fact are accumulation of fatty tissue. However, mostly they are benign and harmless, excepting for cosmetic ... | |
What are the symptoms of a rotator cuff injury?
last night in a softball game it felt like my arm was coming off when I threw. My bicep and tricep ached. I ve never had this issue before. I did a lot of shoulder exercises in the morning. I ve been playing extra baseball the past three weeks. How can I tell if it is a ... | Hi, For differential diagnosis of rotator cuff injury or biceps sprain detailed clinical examination is needed. Rotator cuff injury becomes more common in old age, especially after 40 years. Below 40 years biceps or triceps sprain is more common. If pain is acute take rest for few days and pain will decrease. Avoid we... | |
What does kidney stone like discharge in urine of a child indicate?
My 6 year old daughter the other passed what at first I thought looked like a red kidney stone. Upon further exam it was soft and not stone like more like a blood clot. She said it hurt when she passed it and it sometimes when she urinates it hurts. S... | Hi,It seems that she might be having urinary tract infection and it is common in girls where local hygiene is poor.Go for urine test for blood or pus or any other salts like albumin or phosphates.Give her plenty of water.Keep local hygiene proper.Ok and take care. | |
Is the resounding of heart beat be due to the intake of Metoprolol drug?
Hi I am a 53 year old female. I have no heart disease that I am aware of. I do take metoprolol 25 mgs daily for a fast heart rate. It usually runs about 90 bpm, so doctor suggested this medicine. But last few nights, as soon as I lay down ... | Hi,Usually it is not dangerous if you feel your heart beating when you are lying. I would advise you to check your blood pressure for a week in the evenings, as sometime people can feel their heartbeats because of high blood pressure, but if it is normal before going to bed, there is nothing to worry.Also I would advis... | |
Suggest remedy for pain in groin
HELLO, MY HUSBAND HAS A PAIN IN HIS GROIN, DOCTORS SAY ITS NOT A HERNIA, NOT A PULLED MUSLE, SO THEY GAVE HIM A EPIALDERMIAL SHOT IN HIS BACK, HE GOT A REAL BAD INFECTION AND HAD TO GO IN THE HOSPITAL,THAT WAS IN SEPT. 2010, AND IT IS JUST NOW HEALED UP. STILL HAS THE GOIN PAIN.NOW WHA... | Hello, In some cases it may be muscle spasm, kidney stone or infection in urinary tract or in the testes. As hernia has been excluded, we will advise to look for testes and the kidneys by ultrasound. It's better to check urine for infection. He can take simple pain relief medicines like paracetamol until the diagnosis ... | |
What causes type 3 hypersensitivity reactions with circulating complexes in the joints?
I have been diagnosed with having type 3 hypersensitivity reactions with circulating complexes that do not clear and are stored in my joints and oddly enough in the sublingual area below my chin causing it to swell painfully for a ... | Circulating complexes are allergens along with their antibodies. And to find out what they are is a difficult thing and in many circumstances they may not be identifiable. Do u think that ur doctor would be knowing it and is not telling u. No its very difficult to find allergen as anything on earth that's physical can ... | |
Suggest treatment for loose motions in a child
Day before yesterday my 5 and half month old daughter was having hard stool and I change one small amount earth best baby food mix vegetable for 6 month baby. And same day evening she started soft stool but then after she started Loose motion and yesterday she had 8 time ... | Hi,If she don't have fever, stool is not blood stained, and she is active and playful, nothing to worry. Just give her ORS solution (or salted rice water) in small frequent sips after each stools to avoid dehydration. Also, withhold the said baby food for a while.If symptoms not improving in 2-3 days or she become leth... | |
Are Paternia and Wysolone helpfull in Infertility ?
I am 34 yrs old. I have low (13.5 million) sperm count with nil motility. My scan report says light Varicocele on the left testis. I was prescribed with Paternia & Wysolone tablet. In what way Paternia and Wysolone helps in my case? | Hi Welcome to HealthcareMagic Your sperm count is low and absent motility is not encouraging at all. Paternia is a nutritional supplement and is also given as an adjuvant for many other treatments. It contains co enzyme Q, carnitine and lycopene which have antioxidant properties which may improve sperm parameters. Wyso... | |
How serious is proteinuria and high blood pressure during a pregnancy?
Hi Dr, I am 33wks pregnant went to see my ob today and my blood pressure is 130/85 and there is a little protein in my urine. the dr wants me to rest and dont go back to work until baby is born. Can you tell me how serious is my b pressure reading ... | Hi dear, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.Increased blood pressure and presence of protein in the urine are indicative of pre eclampsia.Pre eclampsia needs strict fetal and maternal monitoring, rest and treatment accordingly.Hope you found the answer helpful.Wishing you good health.Dr Deep... | |
Suggest remedy for swollen lump above upper lips
Hi, Im 22, 5 9 , 170 and have been very healthy all my life no problems really. I have a swollen lump right above my upper lip but still touching my lip. It doesnt hurt unless i push on it but i can feel it there and its irritating me. The swelling goes down a little if... | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern.As per your query swollen lump above upper lips is mainly due to lip biting. Accidentally teeth of lower jaw strike upper lip and cause bump in that area due to excessive accumulation of collagen fibers in that area. It could be due to herpes simplex virus infection whi... | |
What causes pain under ribs while sneezing or coughing?
When I cough, clear my throat, and sneeze. I have a sharp pain on my right side under my ribs. When I go to the bathroom are pass gas and sneeze it really hurts from the front to back. When I am relax I don t feel it I am not nauseous are my stomach hurts. You ca... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. By your history and description, possibility of pleuritic pain is more. Chest pain on coughing, sneezing, laughing, deep breathing is known as pleuritic pain. It is seen in lung infection like pneumonia, pleural effusion, tuberc... | |
How to treat elbow injury?
I was lifting something less than 10lbs, heard a pop in my elbow, dropped what I was holding bc I lost the ability to hold/lift it n the pain was so severe. From my elbow down to my hand. Still hurts super bad, can t straighten it, make a fist, carry ANYTHING. What happened? | Dear Sir/MadamI have gone through your query and read your symptoms.In my opinion, you will need an X ray of your elbow to see if you have done some damage to the joint, also in some cases if there is only ligament injury you may need an MRI to get it cleared. meanwhile keep it elevated, and take tablet diclofenac 50 m... | |
Suggest treatment for continuing cough in spite of resolved TB
Dear Doctors, I need to discuss the case of my brother. He got caught by TB 4-5 Years back and after the full course of dots he got well. After that on regular basis we are make the checkup of TB and got no symptoms of TB again. But his cough continues fro... | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.I suggest you should do GeneXpert testing. This is the good test to detect TB and its resistant pattern.If the above test is negative you can declare it as negative TB.There are some o... | |
What is the treatment for depression?
hi..I am a resident of Haridwar, Uttranchal and wish to get my aunt treated for depression. Her medication has been going on since past 6 months but recently she has started 'trembling' a lot...her condition has severely deteriorated in last 10 days. she cannt even walk properly a... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. You must understand the present condition do need psychiatric treatment. Dr. Vineet Gupta129, Adarsh Nagar, Near Hotel Surbhi, Dehradun Gpo, Dehradun - 248001 Mob: 9634432589, 9259297679If you require more of my help in this as... | |
Suggest treatment for imbalance and slurred speech with MSA
Hello Doctor, My father s age is 55 and he has been suffering from MSA (Multiple System Atrophy) from last 2 years. His symtoms are imbalance, slurry speech and problem while writing. He is okay while on bed and also on chair. This only occurs when he walks. ... | Hello,Drugs that are used in Parkinson's disease (levodopa for example) may be used for movement symptoms in MSA. If your father showed orthostatic hypotension, droxidopa may be used also. Antidepressants may be used for mood disorders. Discuss with the Neurologist for these issues.Hope I have answered your query. Let ... | |
What causes difficulty in defecation?
My breast-fed baby is nearly 6 months and has started solid food for the past 10 days. For the past few days she's been grizzly and grunts to push out stools. Some of these stools are "solid" and vary in colour as to what she's been eating. What worries me is that at least once a ... | Hello,If the baby is gaining weight and height normally, and attaining all the developmental milestones normally, you need not worry about it, please.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Sumanth Amperayani | |
What causes a tight chest with nausea and dizziness?
I have been extremely exhausted the past two weeks. totally out of my routine. I dont have any cold symptoms but i have a had a tight chest for about a week now and it hurts to breathe in deep just yesterday i woke up with the same feeling in my chest but i have a p... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more. GERD is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause symptoms o... | |
Why lamictal and trileptal dose increased for seizure?
I have epilepsy and although I have had a left temporal lobectomy I have just have had a major seizure 2 days ago. They are currently replacing Keppra with Lacmictal. Will my seizures ever stop and what doe of medication may be best for me to reduce visitng hospit... | anti epileptic drug dosed depends upon body weight....for optimum benefit u should take proper drug in proper doses. ....considering ur epilepsy tab oxcarbazepine may be most effective.....another possibility is etiology and focus other than temporal lobe...!!! |
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