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How to get rid of itchy rashes around penis?
Hi Doctor! Good Morning! Last couple of month I am having problem rash on penis , some areas automaticaly generate 2 o3 rash on penis with little isches, I haven t took any medicine for this cure, only i m using normal powder for dry it, but after some days again occurs rash with small red eruption on penis. some time i m using body lotion on my body as well on penis. Kindly advice, which doctor to consul for this problem or any fungals tube can cure. Best Reagrds Mansoob My mailing address YYYY@YYYY | Hello and welcome, Thanks for your query. What is most important here is whether or not you have a sexual history my friend. Are you married? And how many sexual partners do you have? The only reason I am asking this is, to ask you to abstain from sexual contact for a while. At least till a doctor can examine you and finalize a diagnosis. The doctor will be requiring information like, when did these rashes first appear, and when was the last time you had sexual contact with a person? Please keep all information ready. In my opinion, it is best to avoid using any substance on these rashes. You could consult an infectious disease specialist or if they are difficult to find you could even consult a Physician who could help you. Yes, as you have been wondering, there is a chance that this is a fungal infection, but it is best we first examine and later test it to come up with a confirmed diagnosis, before treating it. I hope I have succeeded in answering your questions, you could write back to us anytime for further clarifications. Best wishes. | |
Does persistent cough and congestion after treatment for pnuemonia need medical attention?
My 2 year old was diagnoised with pneumonia last Thursday. He got a shot of rociphine in the office and 7 days of antibotic. Today is day 4 and he is still running slight fever at night and his cough is terrible. I have listened to his breathing with stethescope and can still hear a wheezing sound. Should I take him back to the dr.? | hi, cough and breathing problem should not purchased after 7 days of antibiotic. If it is persisting then we have to look for the cause of cough and breathing problem. Kindly do a x-ray chest. An examination by doctor should be done so that we may not miss any important finding. Take care. | |
What causes pain on right side that hurts to breath?
Yesterday I thought I was having a side ache from sitting sideways at work. But today it hurts to breath and the pain is on my right side from my belly button. Taking a deep breath hurts. I took Tylenol about 15 minutes ago but so far nothing. What could this be? | Hi,The location and movement of a pain gives clues as to what is going on. Internal organs near the diaphragm are moved by deep breaths and if inflamed cause pain. this can include the diaphragm, lung, or liver. Infection, trauma, tumor, or other causes of inflammation all can cause similar pain.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further., Addiction Medicine Specialist | |
What are the symptoms of Gout?
Hi, it started yesterday around midday. I got a throbbing pain in my left thumb. It got worse, later my whole thumb was sore. It felt as it it was in the joint then, during the course of the afternoon the pain travelled to my wrist and then to my elbow. Finally to my shoulder. I don t live close to a good hospital and called a cousin who is in the medical field. He said it sounds like gout. Last night I felt a deep throbbing pain in the back of my shoulder/chest and read on the internet this morning that gout doesn t travel from joint to joint . My thumb is also still sore. Can this be gout? I m am a woman of 49, my weight is 63kg I don t smoke or drink and my blood pressure is low. I don t have cholesterol problems either. | Dear patient Gout usually affects metatarsophalangeal joint of great toe first and if chronic may spread to other joints. It is not migrating joint pain. You amy be having Inflammatory joint pain. You should start tab zerodol sp twice a day for 5 days. If not relieved please consult orthopaedic surgeon nearby your area. | |
Q. Can I use Kojivit gel to get fair skin?
Hi doctor, I am a 22 year old female. I have a dusky skin that is brown skin. I want to become fair. Can I use Kojivit gel? Or any other dermoatology cream can I use? My hands are also brown in color and full of tan. Do you suggest any creams to get fair? I want to become fair as my marriage is going to get fixed by next year. Please suggest me some creams, so that it should not show any side effects. Also, how long I should use it? If I use anything, then will it have any effect in case of pregnancy, etc? Please help me. Thanks in advance. | Hi. One's skin color has 2 components. First one is genetic, which cannot be changed. Every skin color is beautiful in its own way and we should learn to love our skin color and augment it and not hide or lighten it. The second component is acquired, which is due to the influence of environment, sunlight, hormones, aging, etc. We can only target the acquired component of fair skin color while attempting lightening procedures. I suggest you antioxidant capsules like capsule Antoxid HC (Beta-carotene) and apply sunscreen lotion Lashield gel at 8 AM and 12 PM. Also, you can apply Glyaha koj lotion (Hydroquinone) at night time. Start with an alternate night application initialy as it may irritate your skin a bit and after a week or so, shift to daily night application. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and take the treatment with consent. You can go for chemical peeling or microdermabrasion from your dermatologist which will help in exfoliating and give you a clearer skin tone. All these treatments are free of side effects. You may use them for three months. For further information consult a dermatologist online --> | |
What causes cognitive impairment while on Doxycycline Hyclate?
Yes . My husband is taking doxycycline hyclate for a foot infection and bronchitis. He also also takes Plavix, oxycodone. Namenda, Aricept, ability, Depakote. He has become real quite and his cognition is off. He has vascular dementia. Diagnosed in 2015. The quietness and cognition issue did not start until he started the antibotics. He is also diabetic. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. There are numerous reasons for cognitive impairment. Infection can precipitate some illnesses. Vascular dementia can cause cognitive impairment. Its better to consult a neurologist to look what are the possibility of cognitive impairment along with starting treatment for the same. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What causes dizziness and faster heartbeat?
Hi, I am a healthy 20 y old female who has been getting dizzy walking up/down stairs, standing up or sitting down, and even just sitting here. My heart rate goes up alot when I do these things too. I drink enough water and eat enough food. What is wrong with me? (I also am very pale alot so it might be anemia...?) | Welcome at HCM I have gone through your query and being your physician i completely understand your health concerns. For how long u are suffering from it? Any other associated problem like diabetes or hypertension? any goiter or neck swelling? have you done your thyroid function tests? what is ur HB? what is ur heart rate? If i am ur attending physician i will definitely get your FBC ECG and thyroid function tests. I will rule out the ATRIAL FIBRILLATION first , before labeling any pathology . Anemia does cause rise in heart rate but you need to be examined by your doctor for proper management. Meanwhile stay calm Get well soon Hope your query is adequately addressed if you still have any feel free to ask RegardsDr Saad Sultan | |
Could tightness in chest be due to shifting into higher elevation?
I'm feeling tightness in my chest. A few days ago I came to salt lake city from boston so I am in a higher elevation so I'm not sure if it has anything to do with it, i wasn't feeling this tightness until now and it feels pretty extreme. also we went higher into the mountains yesterday and went paddle boarding so i'm not sure if it could be soreness from that--it feels like too much to be from that. | Hi. I can understand your concern. If the chest pain is disturbing your routine activity then get a chest x ray done to rule out any lung infection or it could be just a muscle pull. Do not lift heavy weightsPossibility of musculoskeletal pain is more. Ibuprofen is anti inflammatory. You will definitely improve with combination of painkiller and muscle relaxant drugs. Also apply warm water pad on affected areas. Avoid movements causing pain. Don't worry, you will be alright in 1-2 weeks. But better to first rule out lung infection.Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Suggest treatment for stage 3 thyroid cancer spreading to lymph nodes
i had stage 3 thyroid cancer that spread to lymp nodes. had TT, limited neck dissection and RAI 131 february 2013. i have been having lower back pain and neck pain for sometime. recent mri shows heterogeneous signal changes throughout the marrow with hyperintense rounded foci seen in most of the lumbar vertebral bodies. most of these lesions remain increased signal intensity on both T1 and T1 wieighted images. there is however oe lesion seen at L1 which is hyperintense on T2 and STIR sequences but heterogeneious in signal and not as readily perceptible on the T1-weighted image. on an out of phase images and is not readily visualized as well. recommending F-18 pet bone scan to rule out neoplastic metastasis. i am having numbness and tingling in hands and feet. i just started to feel some sensations in area of mouth. cervical mri shows c4-c5 foramnal encroachment on th eleft producing root impingement. my doctor said he does not see anything in Mri (without contrast) that would explain my symptoms. he said my case is complicated and wants me to see a more experienced dr in his office. he said that there are other issues that could cause my symptoms such as MS. i did not have a copy of the mri report until after i left so i thought he was just giving examples when he said MS....now i wonder if the reports suggests this. i looked at symptoms of ms and was suprised..i have suffered with migranes which stopped sometime back. however i have had a constant headache for about 8 months. in my twenties and thirties (54 now) i had on several occasions when my eyes felt like they crossed or something...i could not see but just like this blurred brightness. i never checked into it when it happened. when i was 16 i was in a car wreck and had weakness in neck next day... about a year later i woke up to no feeling in my upper body or arms. i felt like i could not breathe. i was breathing but could not feel it. it was terrifying. i went to dr and he put me in hospital. traction for a week and then he said i had thorasic outlet compression syndrome and wanted to operate and remove a rib. i did not have surgery. i have suffered with numbess and tingling thoughout my life at different times. i also suffer with vertigo (severe) sometimes lasting for weeks. i now know how to do this maneveur and it usually alleviates the symptoms after a couple of days. anyway...sorry for the long email...i am just wondering | hello, thanks for the detailsit appears based on your description that the bones are probably involved by your previous disease.I agree with the plan of getting A FDG - PET, which can show uptake and provide further clue. However the lesion will be required to undergo biopsy which is a routine procedure. Your recent symptoms appears to be because of the lesion itself. | |
What precautions should be taken after having chest pain?
hello.. my dad has chest pain at times and this has become commom especially during the winters. he has got his tmt done and it has come out to be mild..please advice how serious is the situation and what precautions he should be following.Please help. | HI,Dear, Thanks for the query from you for your dad.1-Though you didnt update the age of your dad and didnt update how many winters he is being having these chest pains-1-a-From the facts told by You, and In my opinion -your father , who is having frequent chest pains during winters specially,is really serious case of chest pain and was lucky to enjoy the bygone winters by the grace of GOD,1-b-Though your tmt came out to be mild, you should take it seriously,as the test give just a guide line of the internal changes, but the duration for which your father had chest paint, indicate that his heart has a seriously compromised blood supply.2-So my caution and advise to you is that you should take your fathers chest seriously, and go to ER physician or cardio-specialist and get his -Angiography- done to judge the severity and extent of the compromised heart blood supply, 2-a-and if the your ER cardio-advises andy corrective stent and angioplasty, plz get it done ASAP, to add more healthy life and to add active yrs to his old-age llife. -3-And as it is hearting him in every winter , you should take my CAUTIOUS-ADVISE very seriously-to save his life URGENTLY, though his tmt report is mild.3-Still in the meanwhile-get some anti-anginal drugs with the advise of ER physician-but dont depend on it to delay further CAutious-Treatments any more.4-So- I would advise you to URGENTLY check up with the local ER Cardio- doctor and to get it treated ASAP-urgtly.4-Hope this would solve your query.5-Wellcome to HCM for any more query. | |
What causes muscle cramp in outer side of thigh?
Hello, ever since I was little I d get a random cramp in my thigh that last about 20 seconds, and fades in and out for the 20 second duration. Its located on the outer side of my right thigh. I am now 20 and still get it. Until recently, it was more of a sensation than a pain. It reminds me somewhat of the leg stretching sensation of achieving orgasm during intercourse. Lately however, it has been more painful. This may just be a simple cramp, but I was wondering why always the same leg, and why have I always had it? | Hello, I have studied your case. Muscle cramps can be reduced byMassaging the cramped muscle with your hands or oilDrinking plenty of fluids to avoid dehydrationStretching your thigh muscles or riding a stationary cycle.Taking diet rich in calcium and potassium or oral supplements of the sameCheck your vit B12 and Vit D 3 levels.Till time, avoid lifting weights, You can consult physiotherapist for help.Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.Take care | |
What causes erection problems?
I am 29years old.I musterbate 2-3times in a week.but since 3-4 month my penis does not response properly when I am mentally exited.and my penis would not strong at that time and spurm come out without being strong my penis.is it symptom of reducing sex power?what my problem?I am very tensed about it.pleas give me solution. | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. Please understand masturbation cannot result in sexual problems of health problems. But if done more than specified, it can provide you with unnecessary anxiety.Please introspect. I think you are anxious about your sexual performance. Most of the erectile dysfunction are due to the fact that the person is anxious about sexual performance. Please consult a psychologist for counseling.If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
What causes off balance, dizziness, loss of apetite, thirst, heart flipping and body pain?
Good day, I am 32 year old mother of two. I have been feeling drunk, off balance, dizzy, no appetite, thirsty, heart flipping, body pain mostly on my left and my back rib cage. Double vission and sometimes strugle to focus. Blood tests done for all things logical with no answers. Lasting 5 weeks already. I get so tired that i can hardly drive within minutes. Could anybody direct me into a direction where I could find a cause! Thank You | Hi, Some of your symptoms could potentially be consistent with a state of elevated blood sugars on a chronic basis and this could give you some of the problems you're describing such as double vision, thirst, tiredness, and feeling off balance. The left-sided body pain is not well explained by any particular common diagnosis. You may also check that your thyroid function is adequate by asking whether your FT4 (Free Thyroxine) and TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) have been checked. If just the TSH has been checked you may consider a request for the FT4... it makes the thyroid screen more sensitive for problems as opposed to only the TSH which is the majority of clinicians choose for a "quick and flipping dirty screen" in most otherwise routine situations. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dariush Saghafi, Neurologist | |
Diagnosed with anxiety, tightness & burning sensation throughout face, lips, head. What is this?
I have been diagnosed with anxiety and developing a tightness and burning sensation throughout my face, lips and head. Sometimes it last all day and sometimes it comes and goes even when I'm not anxious. I feel completeky restless but cant sleep because i feel completely dehydrated as well. Is this anxiety or could be something else? | Hi there, thanks for asking. he symptoms you have described are related to anxiety. Dehydration throughout the night could be related to anxiety or any other problem which can cause mouth breathing. It could be related to allergy as well. It also could be related to sleep apnea if you are obese and snore. It could also have other reasons like large tonsils, etc. I suggest you ask your doctor to have a full examination. I wish you a good health. | |
Have acne around moustache, beard. Prescribed creams, electric razor. Opinion?
hi doc, im rajiv from mauritius, i just get consulted with a dermatologist today because i am suffering from acne from the region of my beard and moustache. its irritating with red spots. So he proposed me doxitab tablets and futasole cream. He also advised me to stop using normal razor and instead use electric razor. Do u think its was a good advise and for his prescription also?????? | hello thanks for posting your query. you seem to be having folliculitis which is a bacterial infection rather than acne . it usually occurs following shaving. and most commonly infected razors cause it. he has given right advice a right prescription. regards | |
Could an accident cause arthritis in the neck and headache?
yes i was in a rear end wreck on april 2 of this yr. just had a mri and told i have arthitis in my neck. i never knew i had it never had pain in my neck before the pain is so bad a times i get a headace from the pain. could the wreck cause all this pain. | Hi, The trauma can disturbances to your joint and can later develop to arthritis, another possibility is that the accident might have worsened arthritis and lead to symptoms. Anyway consult our orthopaedician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Suggest treatment for painful movements in ankle after a fall
I fell down the stairs 9 days ago. ER ruled out fraction and gave me an air cast. I still can t walk without crutches. Plus I can t move my foot, forwards or backwards. Feels like pins and needles all over my foot. Pain is on the front, outside and back of ankle. | hi,thank you for providing the brief history.As there is a small fracture as per the history what I am understanding I will advice you to keep the leg elevated for few times in a day to avoid the inflammation to aggravate.Also for the pins, needles, pains and not able to do certain movements of the ankle I will advice you to undergo physical therapy as by Therapeutic ultrasound the healing will be faster and also TENS therapy to reduce the pain.Exercise with the help of a physical therapist will help regain the movements faster.Regards Jay Indravadan Patel | |
Suggest treatment for fever and abdominal pain
Yesterday night I had a little stomach pain. I felt that fever was coming a my body was getting warmer and I felt cold. So i took a crocin and was almost up till six in the morning today(exams) I felt hungry at night but didn t have anything due to the stomach pain which had subsided. today morning I have loose motions after having two bananas. what to do? thanks doc. | HIWell come to HCMThis could be viral infection and hydration is the matter if this is diarrhea, otherwise the condition can be treated with Tab Acetaminophen and Tab Dicyclomine three times in day, this would come around, you need to be patience, if the symptoms persist then Tab Metronidazole can be tried 400 mg twice in day for five days, hope this helps. | |
Suggest remedy for loose stools in toddler
Hi my son 2. 5 yrs is suffering from loose stools and fever, his fever is gone however he is still passing yello watery stool for the last 4 days. he is on Ziprax 100 pediatric syrup for last 4 days but no improvement, can you suggest anything, is he on the right medicine? Plz help | Hi, He is having acute gastroenteritis. Your doctor has given the right drug (antibiotics) to control the infection. Even after fever comes down, it may take few more days (3-5) for his bowel habits to become normalised. Nothing to worry if stool is not bloody, he is active and play full and feeding well. Anyhow, you can give Zinc sulfate syrup 5ml once daily for 2 weeks. This will hasten recovery.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Muhammed Aslam TK, Pediatrician | |
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 gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
What causes stomach pain,dizziness and fainting after gall bladder removal?
Two and a half years ago I had my gall bladder removed. Evert couple of months I still stomach pain on my right side and get dizzy, sweayy, fainty feeling. Sometimes I do pass out. This past week I've fainted twice. Why and is this normal? Im only 23! | Thank you for your query.Firstly, for the stomach pain you have, similar to the gall stones pain, its better to repeat an " Ultrasound examination of abdomen" to rule out gall stones in Common Bile Duct.secondly, as you passed out twice last week, do following:1. complete blood cell count test2. ECG. 3. Monitor Blood pressure then visit a cardiologist or internal medicine physician.if you have any further queries, feel free to ask.regards,Dr Tayyab Malik | |
Suggest treatment for low platelet count in females
MY daughter is 31. She has two boys 4 and1 years old. She had low platelets ect. and had C-Sections both times. After the last c-section she had an infusion of platelets. Her platelets were checked about 6 weeks after the birth of her last child. They were 160,00. She sees a psychiatrist for anxiety and is on LEXAPRO. For some reason, the Psychiatrist wanted a platelet count because of her history with pregnancy. She had the test done at a different lab then the first. Time frame now is 1 year after the last c-section. This test result was 120,000. Normal being 140,000. What should she she do? | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Your platelet count is slightly low. There are many causes of slightly low platelet. Even mild viral infection can leads to this. So if you dont have any symptoms of low platelet then no need to worry. just be relaxed. Just go for repeat test after few days. It will come back to normalHope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
Is blood sugar level of 446 a cause for concern?
Hi ..I recently found out I have Diabetes. I was perscribed 2 medications..& the 1 touch Verio Blood tester. My question is Should I go to the Hospital..if I get a much Higher than normal reading than ever before. My average reading was in the 200's and 300's. My last reading today was 446..what should I do. ? | Hi,This is Dr. NiroopI am Sorry About your Problem.as you are diagnosed with Type 2 DM, this is sure that your pancreas are working. we cant say 100% but to a certain extent, its better.if you are diagnosed this for the first time, your medication is going to be Tab. METFORMIN 500mg.take this tab twice daily half an hour before meal. and acutely you no need to worry about your high blood sugar levels.But in along run you may face problems with other organs and all.so take care and monitor your sugar levels and maintain below 120mg/dl.Happy Recovery :) | |
What causes heart palpitations and uneasiness post orgasm?
I m a 19 year old female, a bit ago after having an orgasm I was laying down when I felt as if someone had squeezed my heart I sat up in a panic, but it had already went away leaving only an uneasy feeling in my chest. It wasn t painful more just scared me. My heart started racing (but I suffer from panic disorder) and after trying to look online and seeing nothing but (heart attack heart attack) I m kinda freaked out. Right now I m feeling really uneasy, I m breathing though. I am over weight also. | DearWelcome to HCMWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I do not think you had any heart attack because the symptoms related to heart attack is not what you mention. The mentioned symptoms are just one of several symptoms. If you are already diagnosed with panic disorder, the current symptoms could be related to that. Panic disorder is certainly due to underlying anxiety disorder. I think you have stress related anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorder is fear related. Whenever your body fears, or becoming anxious, body uses this defense mechanism. This is a natural procedure. You may consult a physician and get your EKG done to be on the safer side.If you still need my assistance in this regard, please use this link. Please remember to describe the whole problem with full detail.Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
Suggest remedy for body pain, weakness & high blood pressure
Dr., hi, thank you for reading this. To make a very long story short I would like to know what your opinion is regarding my recent situation. I ve been diagnosed with Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease, Raynaud s, Fibromyalgia. I ve just been to see a new rheumatologist because my previous one has retired. The new physician was disturbed to find out I don t produce cortisol anymore, have high levels of aldosterone (I think that s what its called), occasional 2.4 levels of potassium requiring IV treatment, face burning/tingling, arm numbness, all over burning or cold sensations, sinus tachycardia, a shadow that showed up on my back left side of skull during a brain MRI and horrible flares of all over body pain, weakness, nausea, headaches, high blood pressure and so many other symptoms. She is sending me to an endocrinologist and neurologist and she briefly mentioned multiple sclerosis at my appointment. I ve never been told I have lesions but with all other symptoms I m worried they will be enough to diagnose MS or the other end of the spectrum and get told nope, no lesions, no MS, good luck with the excruciating existence you experience! That s a nightmare in its own right. Anyway, I guess I just wanted to hear your thoughts and if I came in your office with this information and presentation, what would you say? Thank you in advance for your opinion. | Hello!Thank you for asking on HCM!I read carefully your question and understand your concern. Your symptoms seem to be related to a metabolic disorder and a hormonal imbalance. High levels of aldosterone may be related to primary hyperaldosteronism or Conn's syndrome. This is a disorder characterized by an overproduction of aldosterone from the adrenal glands, leading to high blood pressure and other cardiac and kidney complications. While low blood potassium is classically described this is only present in about a quarter of people.I recommend consulting with the endocrinologist and perform further blood lab tests and abdominal MRI to determine the diagnosis. Regarding MS, it is a diagnosis based mainly in an abnormal physical examination for neurological signs and an abnormal brain or spine MRI, where specific lesions are reveled. Sometimes it may mimic this clinical scenario, but suspicions are raised only in case of an abnormal physical examination. I would like to know if you have ever performed a brain or spine MRI? It is the most important examination in the diagnosis of MS, but it is usually performed only if neurological signs are encountered during physical examination. So I recommend consulting with the neurologist for a careful physical examination, to exclude this disorder. Hope to have been of help!Best regards, Dr. Iliri | |
What causes lichen planus on face while having allergy shots?
I was taking daily allergy shots to rid my seasonal attacks. After the dose of allergens were increased, I began getting licus planus on my face, torso and inner parts of my arms. Could the shots have caused this? I did stop the shots and the aggression stopped. I have mark on my arms still. My age is 48. Male . Diabetic. | Hi, for what kind of allergy or seasonal attacks and which exact therapy are u taking u haven't mentioned, inspite of this u said u had side effect of that lichen planus.u should ask symptoms rather than making diagnosis himself.That's doctors job. Better U go to dermatologist and saw him your skin appearance.I can't comment on that.Sorry | |
Done semen analysis after abstinence of four days. Is pregnancy possible?
Hi, I got my semen analysis done after abstinence of 4 days. The report is as follows: Total No. of sperms per ml: 9 million. 30% spermatozoa alive at the end of 1/2 hour. active sperms at the end of half an hour - 3.6 millions. Rapid Linear Progressive - NIL. Sluggish Linear Progressive - 20% (after 1/2 hour) and 10% (after 2 hours). Non-Progressive Sperms - 5% (after 1/2 hour) and 2% (after 2 hours). Abnormal spermatozoa 54%. Kindly suggest whether pregnancy is possible with this count. if Not, Kindly suggest what foods will help for better results. We have been married for 6 years. Please help | Hello, As per the semen analysis, the sperm count is low; the motility is also less and the absence of rapid linear progression is significant, the abnormal sperm count is also high. Sorry to say, but, natural pregnancy is not possible with this semen analysis. I advice you to see an infertility specialist to discuss the prospects of ART to aid you. Try to avoid stress, heat exposure,smoking and alcohol. Wish you good luck. | |
Q. Which BP medicine is good for someone who had a kidney transplant?
Hello doctor, I had a kidney transplant 17 years ago. My local doctor is on a trip overseas. So, I need some help. My only problem now is an increase in the BP. It shows 170/110 and the creatinine level is 1.7. This is the second time, I am getting such levels. Three years ago, I got the same. But, that is due to an infection. But, now, there are no other problems indicated in the blood test and urine test. All are normal. Only creatinine levels and BP are the problems. Now, I take Atan 50 mg twice a day. Can I take Amlodipine or Enalapril? How to reduce BP and creatinine level. I want an online consultation. | Hello. I hope it helps you. If you have any further query please ask me. For more information consult a nephrologist online --> | |
Q. After a brain infarct, my dad is unable to open his eyelids on his own. Why?
Hello doctor, My dad is 78 years old. Recently, (one month back) he had acute left medullary infarct with hyperacute infarct of the midbrain. After which he is unable to open both of his eyelids on his own but can see when we lift the eyelids, also his voice was very low. After a month now his speech has improved but the eyelids issue is still there. Can you please suggest any treatment for his eyelids to open? | Hello. As you have described, your father had brain infarct after that he developed all symptoms related to eye right. So let me explain you that in case of stroke or infarct in the brain there will be involvement of cranial nerves also. The cranial nerve which is responsible for elevation of eyelid will also get affected in such situations like stroke. So the same thing has happened here in your father's case. So for treatment of his eyelids, only surgery you can plan but you should consult oculoplastic surgeon for that. He is the one who will measure all the parameters and depending on that he will tell you which surgery he should undergo. So my advice is you should take your father to an oculoplastic surgeon for this problem. I hope this helps. | |
Suffering from typhoid, weakness, pain in spinal cord. Prescribed antibiotics. Dietary recommendations?
What detailed diet should my father maintain for typhoid ?? My father is suffering from typhoid. He got discharged today and the doctor has prescribed a 3 day dosage for the upcoming days. He is 50, and has become totally weak with addition to a small pain in his spinal chord started earlier. I ve read the diet structures from the forum s questions. Please give a detailed diet plan so that he regains strength and ability. And for your kind information, we are XXXXX. Thanks in advance. | Hi Santhosh, I am sorry about your dad's health condition now. He should recover earlier. Specific diet in your father for Typhhoid would be a bland diet for next 6 months. Plenty of fruits and fruit juices with a good amount of vegetable salads. Avoid non-vegetarian food at this time. Adequate rest, lots of water will help him too. For a more personalized diet plan, you may consider using the premium service. Regards, | |
Q. Why is there delayed menstruation?
Hi doctor, I am 30 years old. I am facing delayed menstruation cycles. It has been 15 years. At the beginning I consulted gynecologists. They did ultrasound and there was no cyst. Doctors said it was because of hormones. They prescribed Progesterone tablets for 5 days. My periods are not regular. It varies from 30-45 days. Sometimes 55 days. In last 15 years, around 4-5 times, it occurs after 60 days. This time it skipped two cycles. Sometimes I feel pain in legs or back, vaginal secretion without any odor. It has been 20 days or so that my face is full of pimples (even my face is not oily). There is no extra hair growth on my face. I am sexually inactive. | Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The irregular bleeding is also associated with acne and hair growth. There are symtomps of hyperandrogenism. Have you performed a hormonal examination? | |
How to overcome my breathlessness problem?
I am using a Symbicort Turbohaler - red packaging and when I inhale nothing seems to happen and my breathlessness is getting worse. Are there any other people having problems - I have used this for two months before this problem began with good results. | Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. You are not improving with drug, so following are the possible causes. 1. Chronic lung infection. 2. Worsening of bronchitis. 3. Pulmonary fibrosis. So,In my opinion you should consult pulmonologist and get done1. Clinical examination of respiratory system. 2. Chest x ray. 3. PFT ( pulmonary function test )4. CT thorax if required. Chest x ray and CT thorax are needed to rule out lung infection and fibrosis. PFT is needed to rule out worsening of bronchitis. Lung infection is the most common cause for uncontrolled symptoms. So you may need antibiotic and other bronchodilators too.So consult pulmonologist and discuss all these. | |
Suggest treatment for prostate cancer
Today I got a call from my uriologist's nurse following a prostate biopsy. She wants me to come in to the office. I asked her if the test showed any signs of cancer and she said yes. I have an appointment with him in 10 days. But right now I m worried and want to know what to expect and what Im up against. Can you give me some answers? Jay | Hi Jay. I can understand your anxiety and worry.Why was your prostatic biopsy performed. What was your PSA level. Now that your prostate cancer has been diagnosed, staging investigations are required to see if the disease is limited to prostate or if it has spread to other parts of body. A bone scan, MRI scan of pelvis and CT Scan abdomen & pelvis may be required. Further treatment plan will depend upon the stage of the disease.I hope your question has been answered. If you have any further queries I will be more than happy to answer. Thankyou for choosing Healthcare Magic. | |
What medication is suggested for elevation in the heart beat?
my husband's heart rate has been 145 for almost 4 hours now. He had an ablation last summer for vt and it workd for a while but this week it has kept shooting up for the third time now. I gave him an amiodorone and this has not brought it down. His icd is set to go off at 155 and we are looking at that soon i thin. he had surgery for a triple a three years ago and wound up with chf, arrythmia and cardio myapathy and a stroke. He is only 53. do you thinjk he should go to the er? | HIYes he needs this evaluated, at least with an EKG to see if this is just benign tachycardia or a more worrisome arrhythmia | |
Are there any chances of pregnancy since I am suffering from poly cystic ovarian syndrome ?
hello how are you my name is khushi chohan i am22 year old my problem is poly cystic ovarian syndrome my period irregular 30 days cycle but no pregnancy i am trying last 2year but nothing happened i am worried please help me. what should I do? | Hi,Khushi, Thanks for query, as you have POCD,it shows that you are having hormonal imbalance. Consult gynaec and go for pocd treatment. Regularize your period by hormonal treatment and then chances of pregnancy will increase. if you have thyroid or overweight please go for treatment. ok and bye. | |
Q. I have soreness in vaginal lips with fever for the two days. Please suggest solution.
Hello doctor, I have soreness in vaginal lips for the past four days and having a fever of 102 F for the past two days. I had a preauricular sinus infection drainage procedure done. I took 45 days of antibiotics Taxim-O for 20 days, Augmentin 625 for 7 days, Cetil 500 for 10 days, and Lizobact 600 for 14 days. I stopped taking them on this Sunday after ear properly healed. | Hello, Welcome to iIcliniq.com. I have gone through the attachment picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Based on that it appears like a genital yeast infection or other possibilities can be a developing Bartholin's cyst/abscess (which can be confirmed only by examination, when your gynecologist can feel any cyst or collection of pus there). A check up with gynecologist in person would help you rule this out. But the yeast infection never causes high-grade fever of 102 and less commonly with Bartholin's cyst too unless infected. I would like to know if you are having any increased frequency of urination,r burning while passing urine, if so that could be a cause for your high-grade fever. Also, as you have mentioned about the preauricular sinus infection being treated for a long time, it would be advisable to check with your doctor regarding any recurrence of the infection at the same site. If none of these are a possibility, then it would be advisable to get fever workup investigations to be done to find the cause for your fever. Check with your physician for any other signs which can be the cause for your fever, like cough, cold, gastric upset, vomiting, etc. ? Fever under evaluation. Urine routine and microscopy. Urine culture and sensitivity. Complete hemogram. LFT (liver function test). RFT (renal function test). Serum electrolytes. Peripheral smear for malarial parasites. Dengue NS1, IgG and IgM serology. Widal test. Tablet Dolo (Paracetamol) 650 mg SOS for fever. Candid V6 cream local application at the sore area. Follow up with the blood test. Review with the doctor for ear infection issue check up. | |
As I am having accutane can I take Oxyelite and will it effect my liver ?
Hello, I was wondering I am on Accutane and I wanted to Know if I would be able to take Oxylite Pro? Does this affect your liver? | Dear jessica welcome to healthcaremagic Please Consult with your health care provider before using this product,and especially if you are taking any prescription, over the counter medication, dietary supplement product or if you have any pre-existing medical condition including but not limited to: like high or low blood pressure, cardiac arrhythmia, stroke, heart, liver, kidney or thyroid disease..." Thanks | |
Why is tramadol hydrochloride taken for back ache causing nausea?
Hi. My husband had been taking tramadol hydrocloride for his back pain and he is always feeling nauseated and sick after couple of hours taking it. I suspect its hyperacidity. What can we do about it. I told him to take the tablets after meals. Thanks. | Hello,I had gone through the case and found that it is painkiller that can cause hyperacidity if take it excessive.First go for MRI of spine and find the cause of pain.Meanwhile take rest and go for physiotherapy for pain.Apply muscle relaxant gel and Vitamin D3 once a week.Hope my answer will be effective for you.Thanks | |
Suggest treatment for chest pain and shortness of breath
Auto crash airbag deployed 13 days ago. Chest pain has diminished. feels like sternum is bruised, cannot see anything but chest hurts, specially when cughing, burping, etc. Breasts sensitive to touch and hurt all the time. Unimpeded breething and eating. Pain is getting better as time goes by. Chest nipples hurt. especially when bending down. Do I need to see a doctor or will this pain disappear with time? | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. No need to worry much for this. This will mostly improve by its own in 1-2 weeks time. You had blunt chest trauma. And musculoskeletal injury is common after this. You are not having breathlessness or unbearable chest pain, so possibility of internal lung damage is very less. Your pain is improving, so you will mostly improve in 10-15 s days. For quick recovery do following things. 1. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. 2. Avoid movements causing pain. 3. Avoid bad postures in sleep. 4. Take painkiller and muscle relaxant drugs. 5. Apply warm water pad on affected areas. These will surely help you more. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Suggest treatment for an infection causing nausea & loss of appetite
Hi, im asking this question for my boyfriend, for the past few weeks my boyfriend has been feeling very nautious, he has lost his apetite and thirst, he cant sleep, an keeps spitting out cups full of white clear bubbly foam and sometimes there is a yellowing in the foam. He says its worst when he lays down and he is loosing strenght and energy and has mood swings and chills. After being forced to eat he feels like throwing up. He has a lost a few pounds and he has headaches. Is there any thing you coul tell me in order to help him or something you recomend for him? | Your boyfriend needs to see a doctor and get tests done to figure out exactly what is going on. Is the bubbly white foam from coughing or vomiting? If it is from his lungs, I would be very concerned about pneumonia or some problems with his heart. Nausea and appetite loss are nonspecific conditions that could be from many other conditions than infection. Ulcers, stomach inflammation, liver disease can do this. This has been going on too long for a mild infection and sounds more serious. Get him to a doctor or urgent care to have an examination. He may need a chest x-ray and blood tests to diagnose this. Once a specific diagnosis is made, then the correct treatment can be started. Hope this helps. | |
What causes rash and bumps in arm after donating blood?
I h ave never had problems giving blood in the past I am allergic to some adhesive Andmetals but never once have I had any issues well this past. Saturday, 3 days ago I donated and now my arm in the area where I donated, is broken out in some sort of rash or tiny bumps is that normal? | Hi, as u said u had a allergic to some metal,it might bcuz if this large bore needle which is used to take blood during donation, kindly consult your doctor and take appropriate treatment. But don't worry this is not serious. | |
Q. What can cause painless swelling in a baby's tibia bone?
Hi doctor, My 8 month old baby boy has swelling in tibia bone. He does not have any pain or irritation over the swelling. He started standing by his 6 months onwards. What is the reason for this swelling? | Hi. Revert back with the photos to an orthopaedician and traumatologist online --> | |
What causes abdominal pain during pregnancy?
Hi I m 34 weeks pregnant today and every time I move or walk I hurt really bad. And here lately when I go to the bathroom and I wipe it hurts it feels like I have something stuck up in there. Also the last two days my underwear feels damp for some reason. I was wondering if this is normal or should I be concerned about it? | Hello,You may have a bladder infection. Please see your doctor as soon as possible. You will need to give them a urine sample and have it checked for infection. Please be seen today.Dr. Robinson | |
Q. I had a diet without rice and meat. Is it healthy?
Hello doctor,I had this diet with no rice and meat for five months. Is it healthy? I eat meat but only when I attend occasions. I was 99 back then and now I am 73 kg. | Hello. An ideal diet is a balanced combination of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Eating meat is not a necessity if you are taking adequate vegetarian proteins. If you are avoiding rice, but substituting that with any other healthy carbohydrate, that should be fine too. But remember that your diet should be sustainable. Always look into the future and think if you can follow a particular diet all your life. If the answer is no, that may not be the ideal diet for you. Another point I would like to add is that rice is a healthy grain, just as other grains are shown to be. Rice contains many nutrients. If your ancestors have been eating rice, then it is the grain your body recognizes and digests easily. Eat what your grandmother would feed you, cook all your meals at home, include lots of fruit and vegetables and your diet will be sorted. I hope that helps. For more information consult a nutritionist online --> | |
How to reduce tooth abscess pain and swelling?
I am a 21 yr old female and should have got my winsdom teeth out last year but im also a student and couldnt miss clinicals and now that it is summer i couldnt miss work with all the things i have to pay for school. So they became abcessed, they break even wen I am just chewing gum or eating a banana. Yesterday I started to feel pain under my right part of my jaw bone and today i can barely open my jaw it hurts so bad, It hurts to swallow and it feels like there is a lump under my jaw going into my throat. I feels like it got worse from the time i started work til the end of my shift. What can I do except for the obvious go to the dentist and get them pulled? | Hello,You need antibiotic treatment to stop the spread of the infection. I usually prescribe Amoxicillin 500mg. Take some anti-inflammatory medicine such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Benadryl, an antihistamine, can be effective. You will need to go to the emergency room if this continues. Your dentist can give you a prescription and also evaluate if you need a steroid to control rapid increasing swelling. As you state, you wi need to an the extractions, but you need antibiotics now. Some infections need to be drained if a pocket of pus is trapped in the jaw. Rinse your mouth with warm salt water to help drainage if you have an area in the mouth that can river pressure, such as a fistula.Thank you for your inquiry. I hope you have relief soon. | |
What causes dark stools in a baby while on formula milk?
hy, my baby is of 1 month and 18 days. since birth she is not taking mothers milk,also my wife had problem of flat nipples. now my baby is completely dependant on formula milk. her motions are dark in colour. along with formula milk ultra D3 syrup is also given to her. can you give the reason for dark stools? | HiThanks for writing to us.Dark stools could be due to formula or minor gastrointestinal tract bleeding.I would suggest you to take stool routine test.If blood is negative, be reassured.Wishing your child good healthRegardsDR Arun | |
Trying to conceive. Menstrual cycle getting shorter. Am I not fertile?
I am a 25 year old female. I am concerned about my cycle. They are getting shorter and shorter. I have never been pregnant and am worried I am not fertile. I went to a clinlc about 2 years ago, they checked everything out and swabbed me and the Doc said it looked normal. Im thinking about going to a Planned Parenthood to have another look. Ive been trying to concieve for about 3 years now. My period lasts about 48 hours, it use to go for about 3-6 days. Is there anything I should be concerned about? Thank You! | Hi,Thanks for your query. I read your query and I understand your concerns. Following is my reply:1) It is not related to decreased fertility.2) Once in a while it is normal to happen this way and there is nothing to worry.3) Please get following tests done on day 2 of your cycle: FSH, LH, AMH, Antral follicle count scan. These will reveal ovarian reserve and allay your fears.I hope I answered your query. Let me know if you have any followup queries.Regards,Dr. Mahesh KoregolIVF & Infertility Specialist | |
Suggest treatment for k.oxytoca
which doctor is best for k.oxytoca I have been diagnosed with this in the wound center and been treated using manuka honey for my leaks on my legs. I now have another bout with this and I went to my primary care physician and she said couldn t find k. oxytoca but my leg is swelling and having sharp biting paines lasting for micro seconds but feels like water under skin moving around. I am worried and wondering where to go I need someone agressive ti battle this disease my other leg having a beginning same feelings but not swollen yet but having discoloration in both legs would enjoy some input please. | Hello, Thnx to contact us. I understand your concern. If I am your doctor I advice you that you should do culture and sensitivity of the infection of the wound organism. If the Klebsiella oxytaca is isolated than it is associated with resistant to variety of routinely prescribed antibiotics. I advice to take the drug according to the sensitivity report other wise the wound got much worse.I will be happy to answer more of your concerns, kindly know me,Wish you a very good health at health care magic. Dr. Arun Tank. Infectious Disease. | |
What causes shortness of breath and dizziness?
Hello, I am 24 years old and experiencing shortness of breath, not severe, but enough to make me feel bad and feel like I need to rest, I feel dizzy and have a similar tingly feeling in my limbs as the few times a doctor has prescribed me hydrocodone. I have taken ibuprofen...I don t really know why...I suppose I thought it might help... but I am starting to worry. | Hello, If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Detailed evaluation is required to find out the exact cause. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What causes tingling and itchy head in children?
What is the diagnosis for tingling..itchy head in a little child. He is active in sports and has allergy concerns and wax in ear that was cleaned several times by an ENT. Several years ago he miraculously recovered from bleeding in brain after many angiograms and cat scans cleared him. We thank the Creator. | Hello and welcome to Ebix/HCM. The issue here is not related to his past bleed inside the skull. I think it is a skin issue and it may be useful to get him checked by a skin doctor to rule out any allergic or infective causes of his itching. About the tingling ... I did not understand. Is the skin tingly or does he hear tingling sounds from his ear. If it is the ear sounds, yes, wax and ear problems can cause tingling sounds. Else, I am not sure.Dr. Taher | |
Suggest cure for cough & nausea
Hi. My baby is 40 days old and has recently acquired coughing and ocassional vomiting. This has been going on for the past three days. He coughs quite loudly and almost every hour. The doctor said the infection could be viral and did not advise any medicines as he is too young for any cough syrup. He has not developed any fever. Needless to say, we are feeling very helpless to watch him in this state of trouble. Is it true that medicines do not exist for babies at this age? Will this be gone on its own like common cold or flu? Thank you | Hi thank you for choosing healthcare magic. It is true that there is no effective cough medicine for this age group, but as it is persisting we have to rule out bacterial infection cause like pertussis as this also causes cough in this age group. A simple blood test will differentiate viral and bacterial cause. After this even if we give antibiotic the cough will persist for another few weeks. You can give her steam inhalation or normal saline nebulisation as they decrease the irritation in throat and decrease the intensity of cough.Hope this has been helpful to you, kindly feel free to contact again for any queries. Kindly rate the answer if so. Take care. Dr J Sravanthi | |
Suggest remedy for lump on base of penile base
Hi, I have a lump about the size of pea right beside the base of my penis, it is completly under the skin and has shown no signs of coming through the the skin like a pimple would. I am a 19 year old male, 5 foot 10 and 170 pounds, with an athletic build. I hope that is enough information, if I m missing anything, please let me know. | Hello and wecome to hcm.I have read your question and I can understand your concerns.For how long this lump is there.?Is it decreasing or increasing in size..?Does it increase in size while coughing.?Do you have fever.?Do you dibetes.?If i were your treating physician i would have ruled out sebaceous cyst by skin pinch and fluctuation test.this cyst arises due to blockage of sebaceous gland's duct which secretes sebum.sebum lubricates the hair.It is common in this area.it is treated by excision surgically.Other possibilities areMycetoma which is fungal infection caused by actinomyces.it is treated by antifungals such as ketoconazole or fluconazole.Inguinal hernia can also cause lump in this area which is diagnosed clinically by cough impulse,and ring occlusion test.Thanks.Hope the answer is helpfulKeep asking us at hcm.Regards | |
Suggest medication for high BP
I HAVE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE, TAKE 100 MLOGRAMS ONCE DAILY, ALSO A 10 MILGRAM OF LASIX FOR WATER RETENTION WHT WILL THIS INGREDIENT DO TO MY HEART RATE, GIVE ME A HEART ATTACH I AM NOT PAYING U 15 BUCKS FOR A TRIAL PRODUCT, WHAT A SCAM, I WILL CONTACT MY REAL PHYSICIAN FOR FREEEEEEEEE | Hi, I believe you can not make your considerations consistently, but I will try to help you. However, using lasix for hypertension control is not a good option.There are other drugs that can have both a better effect of pressure levels, and for the control of fluid retention such as hydroclothiazida, chlorthalidone, indapamide ...It is important to even look for a good cardiologist to effectively control your blood pressure and using the best medications and other existing techniques. This is because of the serious consequences that hypertension can bring to your body, such as stroke, acute myocardial infarction, renal failure requiring dialysis, blindness, heart failure ...Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help you. Wish you good health. | |
Q. Is it normal to get dryness in the nostril?
Hello doctor, About 16 days ago I started getting dryness in my left nostril only. Mucus felt like super glue. I chalked it up to season change but it did not go away. So I went to my primary care doctor, they chalked it up to seasonal and could not see anything with the limited view of the tools they had other than irritation on the left side. I scheduled another appointment about a week later when the symptoms still had not gone away. I realized when I used a Q-Tip to clean my nose in that nostril that I would get blood (not a nosebleed). It was on the inside of the Q-Tip only so it was a specific area in the back of my nose. I was getting an aching pain on that side of my face. The doctor gave me Amox and Flonase, I took the Amoxicillin for five days and am still using the Flonase. The congestion has definitely improved, but I am still getting inconsistent blood when I touch that area, light aching that is inconsistent or when I cough that I can feel in the left sinus. Left nostril still feels sticky. I am 35 years old, I smoked off an on for about 6 to 7 years (have not touched a cigarette in about four years). I used oral tobacco for about 3 to 4 years (have not used in two years now) and I vaped for about two years (stopped about 14 days ago). There is no history of sinus or head cancer in my family other than my grandmother who had skin cancer on the flap of her right nostril. She was a lifetime smoker, it was removed. I am not experiencing any weight loss (the opposite actually), I am not fatigued, I am not getting headaches, my sense of smell and appetite is intact. I just want to know why I am having these symptoms. It does not really get cold here. Even when it has I have never had reactions to season change. | Hi. Do not worry at all. It does not look like cancer at all. All the symptoms you have seem to be for chronic sinusitis. The antibiotic you had is not bad but according to my opinion it is not enough to treat sinus infections in adults, so I recommend Medofloxine 750 mg once daily for 10 days. Medofloxine is a Fluoroquinolone. In case you cannot find it in your country you can use Moxifloxacin 400 mg for ten days which is a Fluoroquinolone too. Also, you need to add a mucolytic to liquify the mucus inside your sinus. Continue the Flonase. After 10 days of treatment if no improvement, you have to perform a CT scan for your nose and sinuses to see what is the shape of the pathology inside your sinus. As the infection can be fungal, not bacterial but fungal infection is rare although it is a far possibility. | |
Q. I was diagnosed with systemic sclerosis. Could you please give advice on how to treat these symptoms?
Hello doctor, I am a 25 year old male. I was recently diagnosed with an autoimmune disease called systemic sclerosis. I have been experiencing a couple of symptoms along with this disease. Could you please give me some advice on how to treat these symptoms, which I could pass on to my regular doctor. First is the Raynaud's phenomenon, this is not crucial as I do not experience this as much anymore, making sure my hands are always kept warm. But, if you have any other suggestions I would like to hear them. The one symptom that I am most concerned with is the generalized edema. It has started about 4 years ago and has gotten severely worse. Since then, I have been prescribed diuretics from my doctor. But, whenever I take them I will go through a process of losing about 10-15 lbs in water weight, then after a week of no drug or diet change, I used to go back to the same state as I was before taking the diuretics and sometimes much worse. My doctors and I think that this may be due to my capillaries being "leaky" and this leaking protein might surround the body tissue area. When I take the diuretics, my body flushes out the water, but at the same time the protein in the area senses a loss of water and sucks in more from my bloodstream by replacing the water I had just lost. However, my doctors are not quite entirely sure that, if this is, in fact, the root problem with water retention. I have kept a very strict diet when it comes to sodium and other things of that nature. Anything of a personal nature that comes to solving this problem that I have tried, have had no successful outcomes. I wanted to know if this is a case you have seen in many other patients with an autoimmune disease, especially the patients with systemic sclerosis. If it is so, is there any effective treatments for the water retention other than diuretics? Is there anything that I can recommend my doctor that will aid me in dropping this water weight and keeping it off? | Hi. According to my opinion, Raynaud's phenomenon is a part of CREST syndrome of systemic sclerosis. In case that is troubling you, the best treatment that I have found very successful is the use of crushed Sorbitrate tablets in coconut oil and apply them to massage over the extremities. This is a very economic and effective treatment. Now, as far as water retention is considered, this can occur in two cases: So, I would recommend you to get the following tests done: I hope, these investigations will be of great help. | |
What causes blurred vision with cough and cold?
My mom has been sick since sat with a cold and sinus pressure and cough. Today she woke up and is having a hard time with blurred vision. She says it feels like she s going partially blind. Is this something dehydration would cause it is there a virus going around with these symptoms | Hello!Thanks for using healthcaremagic.comI read carefully your question and understand your concern. I think you mom have sinusitis. Sinusitis is a common condition in which the lining of the paranasal sinuses becomes inflamed. It is usually caused by a viral infection and usually gets better in two to three weeks.As you have pointed out blurred vision cough and cold are among the common symptom.Blurred vision is caused due pressure around the eyes, cheeks, nose, or forehead that gets worse by stoopingMost sinusitis are caused by a virus. Very rarely are they caused by bacteria.Even if the symptoms appear to be localized in the breasts, they are not always infected. To make a correct diagnosis, the doctor gathers detailed records and performs a physical examination. The doctor may also order more tests, if applicable.These tests may include allergy tests, chest x-rays, computerized axial tomography (with accurate images of sinus cavities), or a sample of nasal secretions or nasal lining.The doctor may also perform an endoscopic examination. In this case a narrow, flexible fiber-optic endoscope is inserted into the nasal cavity through the nostrils, which allows the doctor to see the area where the sinuses and the middle ear drain into the nose easily , Painless, producing minimal discomfort to the patient.Since most cases of sinusitis are caused by a virus, the treatment is aimed at relieving symptoms.Medications include:Oral decongestants (phenylephrine, pseudoephedrine) *Topical decongestants (oxymetazoline, xylometazoline)Saline rinsesMedications for pain (acetaminophen, ibuprofen).Spray decongestants should not be used for more than 3 to 5 days in a row because they can cause "rebound congestion."Steam inhalation and cold vapor humidifiers can also help.Kind regards, Dr. Oscar Martinez | |
What are the sign and symptoms of aneurysm?
I'm a 22 year old female, to say I'm a bit of a hypochondriac/worry wart woud be an understatement..I have a friend who's just 24 yrs old who passed away two nights ago due to an aneurysm. I'm not worrying and it's causing me so much anxiety I'm losing sleep. I've been suffering from chronic headaches for 2 years, and I had an MRI about 4-6 months ago and it came back normal. My question is; how long does it take an aneurysm to form? I know I'm over analyzing and thinking way too much into it. But I'm losing sleep over it, and I'm really concerned. | Hello, thank you for your question, first sorry for your loss, secondly your anxiety is understandable since you just lost a friend which makes you concerned. aneurysm is usually diagnosed once it ruptures, meaning usually it causes no symptoms until it ruptures. how long does it take for it to form? there are congenital types which are there once the baby is born, and might take 20 years until it ruptures. Also since you had a MRI lately you dont have to worry about yourself. So please after reading this post i hope you will relax and not worry. please rate as 5 stars if you found this post helpful. best regards, Dr. Nazzal | |
How to wean off of Lithium Carbonate without having much effects?
I am currently on 900mg of Lithium Carbonate (APO brand) as well as .025mg of Synthroid (used solely as a booster for the Lithium), and have been doing so for 2+ years. I m looking to wean myself off the drugs as I have been experiencing some negative symptoms, I m finding them less effective in recent months, and I really just want to get an idea as to where my disorder sits these days. My question is: How can I wean myself off of these drugs safely?? (I currently do NOT have access to either my family doctor or psychiatrist) | Thanks for your query, In my opinion you can not wean off the medications safely of your own without taking consent of your doctor, as it carries a high risk of relapse of symptoms. If you do not have an access to your family doctor or psychiatrist then you should consult another psychiatrist and wean off the medications in his/her supervision | |
Can the period of dialysis can be determined by visual observation?
My 91 year old mother is prescribed dialysis each Monday and Friday for three hours. She battles going to dialysis each time. We have missed a number of treatments but never more than one in a row. Her blood chemistry reports have continually placed her counts and measurements at excellent levels. My question is, can I determine by visual observation and according to how she feels if missing a treatment is overly detrimental? | Hello and welcome to HCM.As an experienced Urologist,let me assure you, that visual check-up, can't decide visual status of kidney function.According to level of kidney failure, as seen on tests like,Hb,sugar,creatinine,potassium,EKG,and general condition of person,need for dialysis is decided.Hope your doubt is cleared.You may contact me directly,with a question, on this site.Dr.Matthew J. Mangat. | |
Suggest remedy for red and swollen area around elbow worsened with stress
I missed while shooting up around my elbow.it is now read its been like this for about a day and a half and kind of swollen but it seems to go away when I m sleeping but it gets irritated very easily if I m strenuousI woke up this morning and it was not as read it doesn t seem to be getting any worse but it doesn t seem to be going away either is there anything that I can do without having to go to emergency room do I need to go to the emergency room I don t know what to do. | you do not need to go to emergency roomyou need to avoid extending your elbow for 3 days and take anti inflammatory drug 3 times a day for 3 days( take cataflam 50 or Alphinturn )Good Luck | |
Can a child with innocent heart murmur ride a roller coaster?
Can a 10 year old with an innocent heart murmur ride high thrill roller coasters? She wasn t even diagnosed with it until she was 5. Plus, she LOVES roller coasters. I m just a little cautious because now she is tall enough to ride the big roller coasters! Her younger brother also has an innocent heart murmur, diagnosed in infancy. The pediatric cardiologist said it was no problem. | Hi, innocent murmer usually gets corrected as child grows in age. In infancy also innocent murmer are of no major concern. In my opinion, your child can go on a roller coaster ride. Take care. | |
Suggest treatment for broken toes
My son broke three toes and at least three metarsals Tuesday when a heavy object fell on his foot. He is bruised and swollen. I am doing RICE -- how long and how often should I apply Ice. And how long and often the ACE bandage for compression? Compression with or without Ice and heat? | hiyou need to get an xray done immediately and may be apply a plaster or get operated depending on the xray reports thanks Take care | |
Can the kidneys recover from the Verapamil dosage for high BP ?
Husband on verapamil for high blood pressure. Call today from MD office that creatinine is 1.5 with GFR 52. He was told to cut verapamil dose in half and follow-up in 6 weeks. He has no other health history or on any other medications. I believe his current dose is 25mg. Can his kidneys recover from this? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The Creatinine value of 1.5 is not that much problem and it will get corrected soon. Drink plenty of water and monitor whether his urine out put is adequate. Nothing much to worry and the kidneys recover inn a week maximum. Avoid drugs that are toxic to kidney. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Is the HSG test, Fertisure F and USG the procedure for infertility problem?
sir i want second concive we will consult doctor and he gave medicine for us, and he suggest HSG also we will done that test, now he is gave fertisure F you are continue this after period will go there now he is giving injection three and suggest usg this is the write processing please tell me doc | Hi, Welcome to HealthcareMagic . Yes this is proper treatment. Before starting infertility treatment HSG should be done to know tube patency. Fertisure improves ovulation. Injections are given to induce multiple ovulation and increase chances of conception. Serial Ultrasound is needed to monitor follicle growth. Hope I have answered your query. RegardsDr.Deepika Patil | |
Suggest medication for dry cough
Hi, My son is 1 yr and 5 months. He used to get wheezing often until 1 year. But now he is getting dry cough alone and its not severe like wheezing. Previously dr suggested us to give levolin syrup and levolin puff. Now for past two days he got dry cough alone, can i give him levolin syrup. | Hi...for dry cough Levolin will not be of much use if there is no wheezing. If you are 100% sure that it not wheezing then you can use a cough syrup after consulting your pediatrician. I am telling this because many of the cough syrups are prescription drugs and some combinations should not be used in this age group.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Colonoscopy Done. Polyps done. CT scan recto vaginal fistula. Treatment?
I had a colonoscopy which the GI Dr. found some polyps and took a biopsy, My Gyn ordered a CT Scan because she suspected a rectovaginal fistula, and the scan confirmed it. How my Gyn is spending me to specialist. My son has Crohn's and my nephew - both close in age (1 year apart). So my question is what type of Dr. should I be seeing a GYN or GI, and how do you treat/remove rectovaginal fistulas? | Hi and welcome to HCM.You should see both doctors but also you need to see abdominal surgeon because he is the one who can treat fistula which is mostly treated surgically by exscision.rarely it can be done thorugh rectum dependig n size and position of fistula. You should do ct or colonoscopy for further evaluation. fistulas cant heal spontaneously and also there should be some underlying cause of it. Wish you good health.Regards | |
What causes constant pain in mouth and ear after extracting molars?
Good morning Dr. Sir, My wife had withdrawn third molar from low jaw. Now she have regularly pain in whole mouth upto ear. Her mouth is not properly opened, we show the dr. and he open the mouth and says it is blocked due do not open it regularly. And now she try to open it and got into acute pain. When she took Ketorol dt then get relief. please tell me what is this problem and how many days she have to taken this tablets. My mob no 0000 from Karnal (Haryana) | Hi..Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concern...As per your complain reduced mouth opening or trismus is commonly seen in patients who have undergone wisdom tooth extraction and commonly occurs due to muscle stiffness..Nothing to worry as gradually the pain will reduce as well as mouth opening will improve..You should take anti-inflammatory painkillers like Ibuprofen three times a day and muscle relaxants containing Chlorzoxasone should be taken twice a day.Do alternate warm [not hot] and cold compresses over the jaw..Massage the muscles on the affected side of the face by using round motions of the finger tips and massage over the side of face..In case of acute pain she can take Ketorol DT too..Try to open the mouth only till the limit it does not pain severely..Take a soft diet..Do not panic as it can take around 2 to 3 weeks for the mouth opening to become normal..If you have further query you can aski me a direct question by visiting my profile on Healthcare Magic and clicking on ASK ME A QUESTION..I am always there to help..Hope this information helps..Thanks and regards..Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora. | |
What causes breathing issues with burping in females with hypertension?
Hi there, my mum (49 years old)faints almost everytime she fries anything in the kitchen, then when she regains consciousness she burps for about 15 mins through which she has difficulty in breathing, she is not a smoker , she is slightly overweight, she had an ecg a cpl of months ago both regular and under stress which appeared perfectly normal, she has hypertension so she takes oral hypotensive drugs along with loop diuretics due to excessive water retension which causes slight mucle pain. We are strating to get worried, so plz help? | Hello,Thanks for writing to Health Care Magic, I am Dr Asad Riaz, I have closely read your question and I understand your concerns, I will hereby guide you regarding your health related problem....bcs drugs that ur mum using can cause hypotension which lead to fainiting...if ur mom were my patient i will do ambulatroy bp monitoring n also attach holter bcs some abnormal activity which may cause this can also be recoreded..I hope this answered your question, if you have more feel free to ask.Regards.Dr.Asad Riaz.General and Family Physician.. | |
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 gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
What is the prognosis in a 21 month old with 4q33 deletion?
what is the prognosis of a 21 month male with 4q33 deletion. he has bilateral hydronephrosis,grade 4-5 bil, vsd,asd and questionable biliary atresia. we are having trouble getting him seen. His pediatrician says hes doing fine but he hasn t seen a cardiologist since birth. he is crawling and getting ready to walk but even crawlin 20-30 feet requires him to lay down on the floor and take a break. he intermittently has very irregular arthymias and circumoral cyanosis. I can t get anyone to pay attention. he isn t my child but a sort of honory nephew. I have been with him since birth and have been a nicu nurse for 30 years.I have worked with eveything from ecmo to open heart so i do have a backgroung. ai assume the prognosis is not good but what can we do to make him comfortable? | Child having congenital heart disease since birth. perioral cyanosis and easy fatigability is suggestive of the chronic cardiac failure. And i think at these point nothing can be done. Early cardiac surgical correction may have helped. And in future child may go into cardiac arrest due arrhythmias(suggestive of cardiomegaly most preferably). Only supportive care at time of cyanotic spell and medical care will make life easy for child. | |
What causes sudden and uncontrollable shaking with high BP and fever?
What could have caused my 80 year old, otherwise healthy and alert husband to suddenly begin shaking dramatically and uncontrolably, blood pressure 150/93 when he arrived home from the office, low grade fever. Only unusual thing is something that looks like it might have been an insect bite on the inside of his arm. He s been sleeping all day after having been checked out at the hospital with no diagnosis. | Hello, I understand your concern and would explain that his symptoms could be related to an infection, probably related to the insect bite. I recommend going to the ER for a physical exam and some tests (complete blood count, PCR, ESR, blood electrolytes and a blood bacterial culture). Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist | |
Suggest treatment for lack of concentration in studies
I can t concentrate in class and I m getting seriously bad grades. I was wondering if I might have ADHD but I m afraid to ask my parents to see a doctor about it. And I don t have money, so I actually can t see the point in this if I have to pay for an answer. I m a teenage girl, not a bank. | Hi,Thanks for writing.I would recommend a proper evaluation with a psychiatrist before you self diagnose with ADHD. ADHD can be treated, if found. However, diagnosing ADHD on this platform is not the right thing to do. May be discussing with your parents is not a bad idea.Hope this helps,Regards,Dr A Rao | |
Q. Why does weight loss occur in a patient with TB and pneumonia after an extensive phase?
Hello doctor, A TB and pneumonia patient for the last two months passed the extensive phase and gained two kg. But recently she lost two kg weight, and she feels ill and weak every afternoon. She takes her medication regularly and on time. Why does this occur? | Hello. I guess the symptoms of cough and chest pain are resolving. If she compliants with her anti koch regimen she would not be losing much weight. But it is well known that chronic illness like tb and pneumonia can cause extensive weight loss and anorexia which again add to the weight loss. You need to see a dietician for prescribed dieting to help increase your calorie intake. Multivitamin should also be taken to improve appetite. Also do a chest X-ray to see the extend of the lesion in the chest with sputum afb. | |
Q. Is my left-sided chest pain due to acidity or heart block?
Hello doctor,I have borderline high cholesterol for five to six years. My blood tests like homocysteine and troponin-I were normal before three to four months.Since last week, I have left sided mild pain usually assumed by me as associated with gas and acidity. More often, I observed that whenever I had gas and acidity mild pain at left side chest happens. This pain usually subsides within one or two days but this time continued for three to four days with symptoms of gas and acidity. Few doctors ruled out heart-related problems by TMT and echocardiography and ECG before one year. But, since my cholesterol is on the higher side,.I always worry about localized chest pain. I have momentary pain without shortness of breath, without center or back chest pain. I do not feel angina. I do not sweat or breathe fast. All the symptoms seem normal except localized chest pain. Please find attached report and photograph and guide. Also, advise that if I want to rule out any blockage which test, radiography (CT/ MRI) what I need to do. I do not think I need angiography at this moment as my Troponin-I and homocysteine are normal. Kindly guide. | Hello. I reviewed all your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). An angiogram is not required. Serum uric acid, LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides are high. Vitamin D3 is borderline. Please take Fibator LS (Fenofibrate and Atorvastatin) once a day at night. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and start taking the medicines with their consent. Take Calcium and Vitamin D3 tablets for a month. Continue tablet Pantoprazole 40 mg a day before dinner. You should avoid high protein diet for uric acid. Repeat lipid profile and serum uric acid after one month. For more information consult a cardiologist online --> | |
Q. Should I go hospital immediately for a dog bite?
Hi doctor, A dog bit me hard in my leg. I had a lot of blood flowing from my wound. I cleaned the wound with disinfectant for 20 minutes. Now the blood flow has stopped. I have done preexposure prophylaxis before three months for safety. Do I have to go to the hospital immediately? | Hi. You should go to the hospital soon and begin post-exposure prophylaxis as early as possible. It is better to have rabies immunoglobulin injection soon. You should clean the wound with soap and water. Get a dressing from the doctor with a Betadine solution (Povidone-Iodine) followed by application of Mupirocin ointment. You have to do dressing daily. You should have anti-rabies vaccination on day 0, 3, 7, 14 and 28. Also, rabies immunoglobulin should be taken intramuscularly. Tetanus vaccination is also required. You can take capsule Augmentin duo 1 gm (Amoxicillin with Clavulanic acid) two times a day. You can take tablet Pantoprazole 40 mg before breakfast once a day for five days to prevent wound infection. | |
Can I use taxim o syrup for fever?
doctor my son is 1 year 8 months....he is having fever from yesterday evening........my doctor asked to give him crocin syrup till today evening , if fever still prevails he asked me to give syrup taxim o syrup from this night, my question is y taxim o for fever, when it is meant for loose motion. age 1 year 8 months, weight 10.3 | Brief answer :Taxim-o is an antibiotic. Detailed answer :Crocin syrup is for fever. Taxim-o is an antibiotic which is used to treat infections. In different doses its used for different infections. I hope this has helped you. Take care. Regards - Dr Deepak Patel MD Pediatrics | |
Suggest treatment for high BP and pulse
I'm a male 32 yrs, non smoker, non drinker, 178 cms, 76 kgs, borderline high BP and normal sugar, family history of high BP (dad and mom) and sugar (dad, granddad...). I had a BP of 140/90 in a test taken about 6 months back and the doctor recommended I take Losartan 50 mg - which I've been taking every day. I recently started running again (1-2 miles per day - every day) and my pulse is going very high (as high as 190s) within 1 mile. Do I need beta blockers or ACE inhibitors instead of/in addition to Losar? | Your "maximum predicted heart rate," the fastest your heart is expected to be able to go, is 220 minus your age, which is about 188. If you jog or run, and your heart rate is going quickly up to 190, then it most likely is that, since you "recently started running again," you may be accelerating to quickly than what your body is used to. Doctors or physiologists call it "deconditioning," others call it "being out of shape." It just means that you should either run at a slower pace or a shorter distance for a week or 2, and then gradually build it up. As your body gets used to the regular running, your cardiovascular conditioning will improve, and your pulse will not rise as quickly; also, you will be able to run faster and farther before your pulse gets up to 190. Generally, when we advise people on an exercise program, we recommend aiming for a heart rate of 75% of your age-predicted maximal heart rate--in your case at age 32, that would be about 141. When we do stress tests, we aim for 85% of that maximal heart rate, which in your case would be around 160. Just take your running pace more slowly or a shorter distance, and make sure you pre-hydrate before running. Dehydration can make one's pulse more rapid with exercise.You do not need beta blockers to slow your heart, unless your doctor feels your resting heart rate is too fast. Make sure you get your blood pressure checked again (6 months ago is too long ago, if you have a symptom of which you are not sure of its significance). Good luck, and let us know how you are doing. | |
What causes cramps on foot?
Hi, my six year old son is experiencing foot cramps, usually in the evenings. He is on three medications for ADHD and OCD: Vyvanse, Fluoxatine and Intunive. Could this be a causing the foot cramps or is it something as simple as dehydration. We do live in an arid climate in Arizona. | Hi,I understand your concerns. Usually cramps are due to magnesium deficiency. You should offer him foods that are rich in magnesium such as bananas or give a magnesium supplement.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards,Dr. Salah Saad Shoman | |
What is Nonspecific T wave abnormality?
I just had my first EKG at age 67. There is no heart disease in my family. The EKG showed a Nonspecific T wave abnormality. My general health and fitness is good. I take no medication, only vitamins, my blood pressure is usually 100 over 60 or so, I am not overweight and do not smoke. Any idea why this would be, and what it might mean? The doctor recommends a stress test. | Hello, I am Dr Mody and I would be addressing your concern. T wave are due to changes in repolarisation of the heart. In simple terms when the wave are not of sufficient amplitude to label it abnormal, the machine auto interpretes it as non specific. It may be a normal variant or an early marker of heart disease. Stress test would help in differentiation of the same. If you have symptoms like chest pain or breathlessness when you walk do get stress test done, if the 2xg was routine evaluation and you don't have symptoms may neglect the same. Regards Dr Priyank Mody | |
Will eating fish after a long time cause adverse reactions during pregnancy?
I ve been a Vegetarian for about 11 years now. At the moment I am 3 months pregnant and because of the baby i would like to start eating fish again. Is it ok to start eating fish again, or is it possible that my body would react in a bad way to the strange food after 11 years? | Hi,There should be no problem unless you have developed any recent food allergy towards fish. You can try little amounts of what you used to consume earlier and if you do not find any discomfort, go for it. If you have a doubt that you may have become allergic or may develop an allergic reaction, you should avoid taking fish; you can take mineral supplements instead. You can also take an anti-allergic medication as a precaution since you have entered the second trimester of your pregnancy, the organogenesis taken place, before trying the food. Hope this helps. | |
What causes a painful bruised lump on shin?
Dear doctor. Yesterday I experienced a swelling like a small lump under the skin with bruising and tender to the touch and a bit of pain when walking on the right leg (side of shin) after stepping down from a foot high step stool. after about an hour and a half the swelling subsided but the bruise got darker. I am 51, menopausal and take medication for high blood pressure and cholesterol, omega 3 and calcium. What could it be? | Hi,Dear,Thanks for the query to HCM.I studied your problem in depth and I understood your concerns.Cause and Treatment for Painless lump on the shin-In my opinion you seem to have non-cancerous lump on the shin.Hence stop worrying about it but do check it up from ER Surgeon.In your case-the lump appears to be hematoma from a bruise with subcuataneous petechial heamorrhage giving dark patch at the bruise.For Final Diagnosis and treatment needs clinical data from a Doctor.and Hence for further treatment I would advise you to Consult ER Surgeon , who would treat it accordingly.This advise is based on the facts from the history you give and needs further clinical check.Hence I would advise you to check with ER Surgeon.So dont build up wrong concepts and create more psychic complications in you which would increase risks and costs to you.Hope this would relieve your problem.Welcome for any more query in this regard to HCM.Write good resume and Click thanks if you feel satisfied with my advise.Have a Good Day.Dr.Savaskar M.N. | |
I had a really bad night with stomach cramps. Should I continue with them or stop taking them ?
I have taken Metrogyl for the past one and a half days and I had a really bad night with stomach cramps and an upset stomach Should I continue with them or stop taking them Thank You Claudette Hamer | Hi . METROGYL is a common drug for stomach infections and bowel problems , among the side effects stomach cramps are one in the list ,it is natural to have them when you are on the drug,but if it is really painful or causing too much discomfort,you could stop this but must switch over to another antibiotic advised by your doctor,see your doctor accordingly. Make sure you drink good amount of water,and try to eat good food. Wish you a speedy recovery. | |
Suggest remedy for piles and fissure
I have got piles since 2006 and it seems not be getting cured, had shown it to a Dr. in hiranandani hospital, mumbai, after anal check up he said i have got fissure, but when later consulted a homeopathic Dr. in delhi later in 2010 he said its not fissure it is piles. Whatever it is, it dosen't pain neither bleed, but have a doubt that my inner piles bleeds once or twice a year while releasing tool. My question is what I should do for this? | Hi I did reviiew your condition.If it does not cause pain it is mostly internal piles and not fissure.i would recommend a stool test for blood and a hemoglobin test.if you are bleeding even slowly due to piles they should be surgically removed by bands or cautery/I hope this suggestion helps.wish you all the bestthank you for choosing healthcaremagic | |
Intense itching and red rashes whenever use a detergent.
Intense itching and red rashes whenever use a detergent Hello doctor, I`m 28 year old girl off late I`m having intense itching and red rashes whenever I use a detergent soap. Could you please explain me the reason? | From the history given by you, I could think of your case being that of Atopic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis is sometimes called eczema or atopic eczema. But atopic dermatitis is only one of many types of eczema .Atopic dermatitis is a long-lasting skin problem. It causes dry skin, intense itching, and then a red, raised rash. In severe cases, the rash forms clear, fluid-filled blisters. It cannot be spread from person to person. Atopic dermatitis is most common in babies and children. Some children with atopic dermatitis outgrow it or have milder cases as they get older. You may also get atopic dermatitis as an adult.. Most people who have atopic dermatitis have a personal or family history of allergies, such as hay fever and asthma. The skin inflammation that causes the atopic dermatitis rash is thought to be a type of allergic response. Things that may make atopic dermatitis worse include stress, certain foods, such as eggs, peanuts, milk, wheat, or soy products, allergens, such as dust mites or animal dander, harsh soaps or detergents, weather changes, especially dry and cold and also skin infection. | |
Tingling in legs, vagina. Caused by trapped nerve from sitting too much?
Hi, I ve been sitting down a lot for the past three-four weeks (due to lots of university work) when I am use to exercising and for the past two weeks I have had weak feelings in my legs, though they have not actually weakened, I also then began getting tingling , but my main concern is the tingling sensation in my vagina . I have heard it can be caused by a trapped nerve from sitting too much perhaps? I am a very anxious person but for the past two days I have also been feeling very nauseous and have absolutely no appetite , possibly out of concern... However, due to having lower back pain (which isn t too unusual and runs in my family) many sites on light point to a spinal tumor! Obviously this is making me more anxious, so I m just wondering if its worth seeing a doctor. Finally, I did bang my back in December 12 and 2 vertebra where very badly bruised and sore, is it possible that I have a herniated disk? My cousin (also 20) found out that he had a herniated disc last year also and my family do suffer with their lower backs. Any advice you can give me would be much appreciated. | Hi,We will work backwards in your situation.1. You had a back injury December 2012 and 2 vertebrae were bruised (no details of specific vertebrae mentioned, doesn't matter). You have not told of any resulting disc herniation at that time. There is no reason disc herniation will occur now just because of sitting down for the past 3 -4 weeks.2. Tingling sensation in your vagina could be entirely due to a small infection in the area because of your sitting down for a long time. Please visit washroom regularly and if things still dont improve, you may consult a gynaecologist for medication.Take care. | |
Suggest treatment for persistent infection in groin area with pus
Hello, I have a persisting infection in my pubic groin area. For the past year it comes and goes regularily and almost always is infected. I believed it to be an ingrown hair but most recently I went to the hospital because a hole appeared there and I was told it is a cyst . This keeps happening in the exact same spot and I apply warm compresses to it and blood like pus usually oozes out of it. It pains a bit as i were my pants exactly same place. Kindly suggest me what to do | HI, I understand your concern. The prolonged & repeated infection indicates healing . -low resistance - inadequate treatment/wrong choice of antibiotic - unhygienic condition. - Uncontrolled diabetes You need investigations like- CBC, fasting & post meal blood sugar,culture & sensitivity test of the exudate from infection. along with complete physical check up . This would pin point the diagnosis & treatment plan.( best advised by a skin specialist) Apart from regular medication for prescribed period,you will have to take - tonics/nutritive diet for raising resistance.( proteins, iron, vitamins specially vit. b&c)would help. - good control of blood sugar in case you have diabetes - adequate local management in form of removal of hairs, keeping the area clean, dressing if advised. thanks. - | |
Suggest treatment to heal an infected belly button after piercing
I have my belly button peirced! It s been infected for quite a while now it looks like a ball filled with puss and blood I ve been doing sea salt soaks I think the little ball got peirced cause it leaks is their anything I can do to heal it I do want to keep my peircing tho | Hello, Thnx to contact us. If I am your treating doctor I would like to advice you that you have to start the antibiotic to heal the problem. I advice you should start with cefixime tablet, pain reliever aceclofenac, antiacidity agent pantoprazole, under your doctors consultation. Apply neosporin powder on the infection. your problem will be solved with in a week. If you have anything else to ask please contact me. Thanx. Dr. Arun Tank; Infectious Disease Specialist | |
Suggest treatment for UTI
sir, i am 30 yrs male. i have UTI since last month that is detailed below. HOPI; i developed DYSURIA with pain in urethra 1 month ago that was abrupt in onset, continuous. After 14 days of dusuria i developed BILATERAL TESTICULAR PAIN, BILATERAL EPIDIDYMIS PAIN more on right side, mild to moderate in nature, continuous, not relived by pain killers. there is also bilateral inguinal areas pain, suprapubic heaviness and mild lowback pain. I have no sexual contact hx now. PAST HX; dysuria and testicular pain for 2 wks--------- 2yrs back but that time i had sexual contact and PROSTATIC SECRETIONS for Gram Stain showed Diplococci. I took Ceftriaxone 1gm IV for 5 days and Doxycycline 100mg for 10 days and i got improved. INVESTIGATIONS; presently all my inv r clear e.g. urine analysis and culture, semen for gram stain and culture, prostate secretions for culture r all negative. DRUGS; 15 days back i took Ceftriaxone 2gm IV stat and Azithromycin 1gm oral stat but not improved. then my Urologist prescribed me Tab Doxycycline 100mg BD, Tab Enoxacin 400mg BD, Brufen for pain. I am taking these drugs since last 12 days and has improved 40% but i am not feeling completely well. I am severely depressed as my diagnosis is not clear yet. wether it is reactivation of previous infection, or it is chronic prostatitis or epididymitis. plz guide me and tell me a dx and management plan. thanking you | Hi,As first you have to complete your antibiotic course according to your doctor;s advice as it is important to eradicate the infection fully.In my opinion get Ultrasound abdomen and Xray KUB done, to rule out urinary retention (as cause of recurrent infection) and stone in kidney,ureter or bladder system,then you can further discuss with your doctor.Regards ,Dr.Maheshwari | |
What causes pain in the mouth with tiredness in a 6 year old?
My 6 year old son is complaining of a pain in his mouth and has been lethargic the past couple of days. We have taken him to the dentist but they were unable to determine what was wrong. Is there something else I should be doing to determine what is wrong? | Hello, thank you for consulting with healthcaremagic. It looks that your son has rather some internal infection of jaw bone or there is some problem in his jaw joint.Better that you should visit a pedodontist ( child dentist ) and get a full mouth x - ray done, as it will show the area of infection and even get a complete blood examination done.Hope it will help you. | |
Why experiencing chest pain even after normal stress test?
Hi I went to the emergency two weeks ago had stress test chest X ray and also they did Cat scan with and without dye. But could not find anything wrong. And still experiencing chest pain and feeling like sore around my chest and left side of my chest? | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Since your extensive cardiac and Pulmonary work up is normal, no need to worry for major disease. In my opinion, you are mostly having stress related chest pain. Stress is the biggest risk factor for GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). And this can cause central chest tightness, pressure and burning chest pain. So better to consult psychiatrist and get done counseling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on its solution. You may need anxiolytic drugs too. So avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
What causes rash on back, neck and stomach of a child?
My 17month old niece has been running a fever for three days sometimes as high as 103.8, We have had her examined and thye couldn t find anything wrong and the doc at ER said it was probably a viral cold. She tested negative for a UTI. Now today her temp has been gong down (latest reading is 96.4 and she has developed a rash on her back, tummy and neck. Should we be worried or take her back to ER? | looks like viral rash .based on the distribution it could be Measles rash which is very fine rash .usually self limiting with supportive measures. | |
Should i be worried of red colored urine after 6 days of gall bladder removal surgery?
I just had gallbladder removal surgery 6 days ago and am still experiencing some discomfort. I just discover reddish urine when I go to the bathroom. Any cause for concern? Also I work in a very busy restaurant kitchen although I work the pantry(where salads and cold dishes come out) how soon can I go back to work? | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern, the post surgical even could be possible cause of your discomfort at least can be said from the history given here, and may long last little bit, that is nothing to worry if this does not subside then you have to see the doctor for that, now for the urine this may not be due to operation of gall bladder, but this could be due to less amount of water intake if you start drinking more water then your urine problem of urine would be go away, hope this information helps you take care and have nice day. | |
Fatigue, loss of appetite, diarrhea, nervousness, anxiety and depression signs. Why did blood test show high bilirubin count?
My 17 year old son had symptoms of fatigue, loss of appetite, naseua, occasional diarrhea, nervousness - which we may still be attributing to physical signs of depression & anxiety. However, a recent blood test revealed his Biliburn count was 2.9 Double the norm, from my understanding. He was told it was no big deal & it was like having jaundice as an infant & there is no need for concern. I have also read that mono could give a high bilirun count (which he had over 6 months ago). Any insight would be helpful. | Hi and welcome to HCM,thank you for your query.I dont think this is normal,but this is not reason to be very concerned too. he is teenager and growth is intensive in this age. it may affect liver too.also there can be sny systemic infections such as mono which can cause liver to be enlarged and elevated bilirubin. hepatitis as well. He should do more detailed gastroenterolgoic work up to rule out most common liver disorder. His psychological problems are something else Wish you good health. Regards. | |
Which is the best medicine for depression ?
i have depression i am always thining negative and worry in mind. | you have not mentioned that whether you are astudent or service person.if you are student dont worry about the result you try your best &the result will be in front of you.if you are aservice person tnen do your work sincerely .dont take part in unnessesary gossip .asaresult you will not feel any tension in your mind. | |
Rash on body, itching, looks like scabies. Under treatment for years, no improvement
my friends daughter has a rash covering 90% of her body itching and kind of looks like scabies she has supposely been treated for years to no avail poor girl looks miserable she is eighteen the family are poor and we are concerned for her well being clinically and mentally we want to help but dont know where to start sometimes its so bad she will have light scabs covering her face and around her eyes | Hi light scabs on face and eyes rules out scabies.scabies does not occur on face.i think she is suffering from severe atopic dermatittis.It can be treated by application of daily moisteriser all over body and application of diprovate g ointment over the lesions can cure the condition.use of atarax 25 mg at night.antibiotic twice daily can cure it.Use of tacrolimus ointment daily can prevent recurrences | |
What causes chest pain and palpitations with sinus tachycardia?
I AM 43 YEAR OLD FEMALE, THE SYMPTOS A HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING ARE PALPITATIONES Y SOME TIMES CHEST PAIN, FOR 2 YEARS . MAY HEART SPEED UP 140, 150 BEATS FOR MINUTE, THERE IS NO EVIDENCE FOR SVT, ONLY SINUS TACHICARDYA. MY DOCTTOR DID A LOT OF TEST, BUT NO DIAGNOSTIC. I NEED HELP PLEASE. | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, we should first rule out arrhythmia (rhythm disturbances in heart) in your case. So get done ecg, 2d echo and Holter monitoring (24 hours continuous recording of ecg). If all these are normal then no need to worry for arrhythmia. Sometimes, stress and anxiety can cause chest pain, palpitations and sinus tachycardia. So consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on it's solution. You may need anxiolytic drugs too. Don't worry, you will be alright. Avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm.Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
What causes pain in the kidneys?
Hi I have had a dull ach in left side kidney for 2 months now went to see doctor 3 weeks ago he took blood and urine samples, blood came back with a high wbc count and urine came back with staph saprophyticus and white blood cells. I have been on antibiotics for 7 days and pain to my left kidney is still there i am also getting sharp pains thus has only happened a couple of times in the last week i have also had swelling to my right ancke for nearly 4 weeks please could you tell me what this might be thanks lols | Hellothere might be stones or infection in your kidneys,you need to get a ultrasound scan for diagnosing the cause | |
What causes hip bone pain with swelling?
I m having a sharp pain about an inch from my left hip bone It hurts really bad when I lay on my side or try to get up and move And it s nearly unbearable when I pee It s not too bad when I lay on my back but it s kind of swollen and and hot where the pain is Any clues as to what it could be? | Dear patient You have got infection around your hip area. Localised tender area that is hot to touch indicates infection. Are you having fever? If yes it also add to Infection. I would advise for local ultrasound to assess collection. Also blood investigation with total and differential leukocyte counts needs to be done. Start tab augmentin 625 mg thrice a day with tab levoflox 500mg once a day for 7 days. This will relieve you of pain and inflammation. All the best. | |
What can cause pre ejaculation?
Hi Sir ; I am 29 and experianced my first real sex just few days ago , i noticed that i am having pre ejaculation and hardly i was able to penetrate my girl twice ... i am worried about .... i noticed watery substences were leaking from my penis for period in between sexs .. i used to masturbate all my sex active life before so please give me idea of what problem i have | Hello dearUnderstand your concernwatery substances leaking from penis in between sex is preseminal fluids, it is normal phenomena due to sexual excitment and help in intercourse for lubrication. Do not worry just use condoms during sex But if ejection occur with minimal penetration with in 15 seconds after sexual intercourse it is called premature ejaculation.Premature ejaculation need evaluation and treatment after proper investigations. Premature ejaculation mostly due to stress, fatigue and performance anxiety.For that: use stop and start method of sex (divert your mind from sex at that time of ejaculation), squeeze technique, hold urine before urination, women on top position, use double condoms or condoms with lidocaine jelly.Hope this may help youBest regardsDr. Sagar | |
Suggest treatment for shoulder and back pain
i was i a motorcycle acc. was only doing about 15 mph my shoulder hurts , a also have a pain in my back that joins the front ( sometimes ) and burns from both ends now my stomic seems to stay upset went to er they refered mt to orthap. surgent then a called me and said have a crack in my kneecap then went to va and they said nothing was wrong .but i am in a lot of pain mainly back that moves to the front and then burns | Hi,Thanks for contacting. I will suggest you to apply hot pack twice. a day on your back and shoulder. Along with some active exercises for shoulder and sleep straight don't sleep at sides. For your back also sleeping on hard bed will help you out. Do back strengthening exercises and don't lift heavy weights avoid bending forward. Hope you will find the answer useful. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Harsh Swarup |
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