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Can Hydrochlorothiazide for high BP cause tingling and prickly sensations?
I have been diagnosed with high blood pressure. I have been prescribed several different medicine. I am sensitive to all of them. Right now I am on hydrochlorothiazide 50 mg. I face feels tingly or prickly and sometimes warm. When I doze off while reading the paper and I awaken, my face feels pretty warm and tingly then it finally goes away. No one can seem to figure this out. Any thoughts. I have always been an active person and I can tell when my blood pressure goes up. I cannot function. This has been going on for a yr. | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!I passed carefully through your question and would explain that the dose of hydrochlorothiazide that you are taking is a little high. Your complaint could be related to its adverse effects. Coming to this point, I would recommend reducing the dose of hydrochlorothiazide and add a new drug to your actual therapy, for example Losartan.Some tips to reduce naturally your blood pressure values are: - reduce maximally salt and caffeine intake- perform a lot of physical activity- try to lose some weight if you are overweight. Hope you will find this answer helpful!Kind regards, Dr. Iliri | |
Why do I experience burning sensation in abdomen after taking mifepristone pills?
i have taken mifepristone pills complete 1 pill before yesterday (taken 4 pill in vagina yesterday ) at evening 6:30 pm but bleeding has not yet start.i am feeling like fire in my stomach , & very thin while liquid is pass from vagina.please guide me what should i do ? | Hi.Thanks for your query.Read and understood that you are using Mifepristone pil 1 taken yesterday, 4 in the vagina already used.You have pain like a fire in the stomach, which may be due to side effects of the pill itself. You may please take a PPI and antacid and Domperidone as there is a possibility of nausea and vomiting too. Thin liquid is indicative that the pills are working and the abortion will take place soon. If there is any problem, please consult your Gynecologist for further care and follow-up. | |
Does not putting enamel on tooth cause abscess with yellow liquid?
My husband has in the past has enamel put on a specific tooth, our current dentist did not feel that was needed (about 6months ago) and he has been complaining of that tooth hurting. Over night he realized he had a pocket that filled and popped yellowish, infection looking liquid. It is appearing to fill up again. Iam waiting for the dentist office to open. Does this sound like our dentist should have done the enamel? I assume this is infection? His tooth had also started to not be as bright white as his others, the dentist saids he would look into it.. We have yet to discuss if she has? Iam worried our dentist did not take my husbands past into consideration enough and didn't take his worried seriously! | heloo..pt.-dont putting enamel on tooth.cause by As a tooth abcess develops, the infection can spread into the ligaments that secure the tooth to the jawbone and the jawbone itself. | |
Suggest treatment for rapid breathing while suffering from pneumonia
Hi my grand baby has rsv and pneumonia, his fever isn’t high like it was in the beginning, but he still has one. We’re trying to give him something to drink, but he only drinks a small amount, then pushes it away. Eats very little and sleeps a lot. He’s been to the ER 3 days in a row. Today is the first day he hasn’t been. But he’s breathing fast is that normal? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The RSV virus occurs is winter and spring most commonly in the first year of life. It cause bronchiolitis or pneumonia, symptoms can include fever, breathing rapidly with the skin between his ribs caving in as he breathes and skin between chest and belly caving in with respirations, cough, wheezing. The normal respiratory rate of awake, well infant between 2 and 12 months of age is 40-45 breaths per minute. Sometimes infants with bronchiolitis can have a respiratory rate over 60. If you grandson is breathing hard like this, then he is working to breathe. Fever also causes an infant to breathe rapidly. You can see why he has no appetite- he is too busy breathing. Still, it is very important to offer him liquids. If he will drink only a small amount of milk, apple juice, or pear juice, then offer what he will take frequently, for example, every five minutes. Give acetaminophen for fever and to make him feel more comfortable every four to six hours. Since there is no medication to treat this virus, your(and your children's) job is to watch that he does not use more and more effort to breathe, his fever is being treated, he is able to take enough liquids to continue wetting his diaper and keep his mouth moist, he doesn't become blue or stop breathing. This is an infection his body has to fight and overcome. It might take a week or so to see improvement in breathing. From what information you have shared with me, you know this is a serious illness, but you are handling the caregiver's part just fine. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Q. My husband wears contact lens for aphakic bullous keratopathy and is getting pain now. Why?
Hello doctor, For ten years, my husband has been successfully using an extended wear bandage contact lens (monthly wear) to control the pain of aphakic bullous keratopathy in one eye. About seven months ago, he had an episode of foreign body pain in the eye which the contact lens could not control. His optometrist changed the type of lens after remarking that the lens appeared tight. Although the painful sensations have decreased, they are still present with more of a sore feeling now. His ophthalmologist suggested that he discontinue the Azopt drops he had been using in case the preservative was causing some corneal toxicity. His eye pressure without the drops has read at 18 and 20 on separate occasions, but he does have corneal edema which may affect the measurement. He has had high pressure in that eye previously, but it was mostly lowered by Cyclodiode treatment some eight years ago. The consultant said he had left him on the Azopt drops just as a precaution. My query is that if the bandage lens has worked so well for pain management for 10 years is it possible that it can continue to work? And if the Azopt drops and their preservative had caused some toxic reaction seven months ago, could that still be causing him to feel the discomfort? His consultant suggested out that he could have the eye removed to control the pain, but as he has what he feels is some slight, useful vision in that eye, he does not want to take such a drastic and life-changing step. In fact, he wants to pursue the least invasive course of action to relieve the pain he is getting. I would appreciate any advice you could give as he is in quite a bit of pain. | Hello. I reviewed your history. Bandage contact lenses are a proven and effective treatment option for pain relief in case of aphakic bullous keratopathy. Hence he can continue the same and I do not think these are responsible for the sore feeling of the eyes. For symptomatic relief, he can use artificial tears eye drops like Refresh tears eye drops. The removal of the eye ball called enucleation is the last step required in case of a painful eye and I do not think your husband needs this one at this moment. The other options that can be tried are laser phototherapeutic keratectomy. Hence I advise you to discuss with your doctor regarding all these aspects before planning further courses of treatment. I hope this helps. Damage to the corneal endothelium. Measurement of intraocular pressure. Corneal edema. Artificial tears eye drops like refresh tears, hypertonic saline eye drops, laser phototherapeutic keratectomy. Once in three months depending on the severity. | |
Suggest treatment for double pneumonia
I spent 5 days in the hospital with double pneumonia. When they did a chest xray, it showed a mass on my lungs. I had a repeat x ray done last tuesday, the doctor called me today to tell me the xray showed no mass, but radiologist recommendca ct scan?? I do have COPD and emphysema, so why the Ct scan? What are they looking for? It worries me. | Thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. COPD and emphysema are risk factors for pneumonia and lung cancer. Chest x ray is primary screening test to rule out both these conditions. Since your primary chest x ray was suggestive of pneumonia, it is always better to confirm this by doing follow up chest x ray in case of COPD. CT thorax is much more informative then chest x ray to rule out lung cancer and confirm pneumonia. So better to get done CT thorax on follow up to rule out lung cancer. | |
Feel electric current in pubic zone, hysterectomy due to cancer. Taken small surgeries. Treatment?
I have what I feel is an electric current in my pubic zone. It is right in the middle, and is fairly constant if I put my attention on it. I am a 64 female who had hysterectomy due to cancer 10 years ago. My mother took DES while carrying me, and I showed irregular cells and had several small surgeries before my last one. | Dear,Your problem is a non specific problem and this type of sensation could be a normal physiological disturbance. Very rarely nervous compression may be the cause. If you are not constipated or do not have recurrent urine infection ignore the problem by giving less attention to it and perform back extension exercises.You should genuinely be alright.Truly,Dr. Ticku | |
What causes pain in back of throat and gruff throat?
I have, for a long time felt discomfort and pain in the back of my throat and through searching came up with this and wanted to find out more and how this problem could be diagnosed. I have allergy problems which many times through the day can affect my voice making it sound gruff. My ears are also affected by this and often feel like I have an earache or earaches. | Hello, I have studied your case. I think you are having upper respiratory tract infection. It is also called as pharyngitis. In this condition there is dry cough with difficulties in swallowing. I would suggest you to see an ENT specialist. He will examine you and prescient you decongestant and antibiotics. You should avoid cold drinks, ice cream and smoking. Lozengen are helpful for you. I hope this answer will be useful for you. let me know if there is any other followup questions. thanks for using healthcare magic. | |
What cause sharp pain in my lower back up to the ribs?
I fell off a back railing and landed on concrete past Monday. I went to ER and was given pain meds and flexural and have been off work all week. I use to go to the gym everyday but decided to take the week off. I went today and after 5 mins of slow walking I got a sharp pain in my lower back up to the ribs about 1 inch from the spine. I have tried hot bath, cold compresses, and I rubbed my back for a few minutes and got this pain that was severe enough not to move an inch. I do not know if I need to go back to the ER, they did not find any broken parts from the xray? | Hi, It is due to muscular pain. As a first line of management you can take analgesics like Tramadol or Acetaminophen for pain relief. If symptoms persist, better to consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. You may require an MRI scan in severe cases. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What causes fluid-filled bumps on shaft of penis?
Hi, I am 15 years old and have never had any sexual contact, but have noticed bumps that form on the shaft on my penis and if squeezed, a white fluid comes out. I have looked at websites and haven't found an actual answer, but have seen people getting answers like "its not harmless and you need surgery to remove" but didn't trust the answer since I wasn't sure. Have not told my parents or been to the doctor for this issue. | Hi,It may be milia most probably. However, consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. After thorough examination and investigations, he may advise you to remove the lesions by electrocautery under local anaesthesia. The milia are the minute cystic lesions containing white debris. They are benign lesions and may clear without treatment after long time. So, you can wait... if you are embarrassed, get the lesions removed by electrocautery. ..okHope this helps.Dr.Ilyas Patel,Dermatologist | |
What causes blue lumps around anus?
Hi, Its quite embarrassing situation i am 31 yrs old male about 5'8 and medical history rather good no big problems, i have blue lumps around the anus and a little bit of pus! have looked online to see what could be and hemorrhoids seem to be the answer just wanted to get professional opionion, if i got something like Preparation H would this clear it up? thanks | Hi,from history it seems that there might be having some superficial local skin infection like dermatitis or ingrown hair follicle infection.Another strong possibility of having Fistula in ano giving multiple eruptions and pus discharging sinuses.Consult surgeon and get examined.Ok and take care. | |
What causes right sided pain in upper chest?
I experience uppr right chest pain. I also have gallstones and have had ulcers in the past that have been treated. Would this pain be refered from my gallstones that i have. two years ago had stress test and blood test and heart is good. I notice this pain more near mt menstrual cycle. thanks | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. Possibility of stress and tension related chest pain is more. I don't think your current chest pain is related to gallstones or ulcers. This kind of pain is also less likely to be of cardiac pain. Since your chest pain is associated with menstrual cycle, possibility of stress related pain is more. During menstrual bleeding, women are going through a lot of stress due to hormonal changes. 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. Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Any treatment if oxygen does not reach brain after suffering heart attack?
hello sir today my maternal grand father passed away...i want to know if there were any chances of him being saved sir he suffered a heat attack two weeks agao..and went into a coma.. doctors said that oxyygen coulnot reach the brain plz tell me if there is any treatment for this problem | HIThank for asking to HCMI can understand your feeling but that is not the case as you are thinking because the oxygen reach to the brain with the helps of blood, in case of heart attack the pumping action of heart reduces greatly and that cut down the blood supply and consequently oxygen supply, if the heart pump well then this condition can be avoided, hope this information helps you, have nice day. | |
What do blood spots on the scrotum indicate?
I have what appear to be blood spots on my scrotum. There is no pain and no incidence other than one occasionally breaking and bleeding. The bleeding stops without any scabbing or refilling of the blood spot. What gives? I have had these spots for a very log time and my doctor never says anything about them. | Hello,What you have is called a scrotal hemangiomas or angiomas which are benign abnormal growth of blood vessels in the scrotum. These are not life threatening. They can be treated by electrocautery but usually recurrence is very high.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Manuel C See IV | |
Q. Can Yasmin birth control pill be used as an emergency contraceptive pill?
Hello doctor, My fiancee and I had unprotected sex a few days back, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Just to be on the safer side, we wanted to use the emergency contraceptive pill. But due to some restriction in the country where we live, Plan B or emergency contraceptive pills are not available. I read that Yasmin, which is used as a regular contraceptive pill can be used as an emergency contraceptive pill at a higher dosage. Can Yasmin be used as an emergency contraceptive pill? And at what dosage? | Hi. How are you doing? Yes, as you have heard, Yasmin can be used as an emergency pill. Even if you have not ejaculated into her, she stands a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in contact with her genitals. As soon as possible, earlier the better, I suggest taking four tablets of Yasmin (combination of Ethinyl Estradiol and Drospirenone) at the time, repeat four more tablets after 12 hours. This being a high dose of hormones, it will suddenly increase the inner lining of the uterus. Then as it is a single dose, the inner lining will fall off. This makes it unfavorable for the possible embryo or baby to settle into the uterus. She will get her periods within 7 to 10 days of the last pill. But do not keep repeating this frequently, it can disturb the hormonal balance and can reduce the effectiveness of the pill. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and start taking the medicines after their consent. This is an old method, but it is an effective emergency method. Just do not delay the pills. As time passes by, the effectiveness reduces. Hope I have clarified your query, do write back. All the best. For further queries consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
How can infertility be treated?
Hi I was trying to get pregnant since two years back and I went to doctor last month he did some test said I m not ovulate and the two egg are not perform well and he prescribe some drugs for me like Bromergon,omega H3,vasoprin and folic acid Doctor ask me to back on the 17th of this month and prescribe Duphaston again for me please is any hope for me,can I get pregnant | Hi, I think you should go for evaluation first. Get a thyroid profile and prolactin level done. If eggs are not forming, you can go for ovulation induction with timed intercourse for conceiving. Talk to your doctor regarding this. Hope it helps. | |
Suggest treatment for vestibular neuritis
Hello: My husband has been suffering with vertigo for 8 months. He was diagnosed with vestibular neuritis. He has been to vestibular rehab, which helped his balance but he is still dizzy. They said there is nothing left he can do. So, my question, could this be something else? If so, what other diagnoses would you explore? He is excessively tired during the day everday, which is very much not like him. thank you! | in allopathy medicine roral steroids and anti emetics.but in Homoeopathy science have some good result for seen in vestibular neuritis. | |
Q. I have really intense pain in the right lower side of my abdomen due to ovarian cyst. Please help.
Hello doctor, I had cysts in both my ovaries. I had medications for a while, but I stopped using them. Since then, I have been vomiting almost everything I eat, and my stomach gets swollen all the time. I feel uncomfortable. I feel really sick every time I go to the restroom (almost every half hour). To be honest, I do not drink much water, and I do not eat well. I feel I lack nutrients and antioxidants. I also have really intense pain in the right lower side of my abdomen, and I also have pain during sexual intercourse. | Hi. Treatment of ovarian cysts depends on the size and type of the cysts and your age. If your age is less than 40 years and if the cyst is a simple one, it will resolve with medications. You can ask your doctor to prescribe some medicines to prevent acidity and vomiting and can continue your medicines (for cyst) along with them. If the cyst is a complex one and causes too much pain (as you have described), it is better to consult your doctor for the removal of the cyst. Most of such cysts can be removed laparoscopically. Hope this helps you. | |
What causes infant to pass stools 6-7 times in a day?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...hi my baby's month 5th running. Since last 5days, she is doing her pottie almost 7 times a day after half an hour of feed. some cough like thing seen in her pottie, also foam is seen. what should i do now. also what is the possible cause for this | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic.It seems your kid is having viral diarrhoea. Once it starts it will take 5-7 days to completely get better. Unless the kid's having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry.There is no need to use antibiotics unless there is blood in the motion. Antibiotics might worsen if unnecessarily used causing antibiotic associated diarrhoea.I suggest you use zinc supplements (Z&D drops 1ml once daily for 14 days) & ORS (Each small packet mixed in 200ml of potable water and keep giving sip by sip) as hydration is very important and crucial part of treatment.If you are feeding her your breast milk - please do continue and do nto stop breast feeding.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Elevated liver enzymes. Taking omnitrition, zolpidem, losing weight. Advice?
Just received my SGOT and SGPI results. They are 47 and 112. They have been normal all my life. The only thing that has changed is I started the Omnitrition diet 3 months ago and I have lost 60 pounds. There is 100mg of niacin in the product. I also take zolpidem, and birth control for menopause. Really worried about my liver! | Hello, Welcome to Health Care Magic Forum..Do not worry about liver.. You have to modify lifestyle as liver is regenerating one before it get damaged sooner..Fatty liver is a reversible condition where large vacuoles of triglyceride fat accumulate in liver cells via the process of steatosis.As the name suggests,it means the build-up of excess fat in the liver cells.It is mainly caused as a result of obesity .Fatty liver may cause no damage, but sometimes the excess fat leads to inflammation of the liver. An inflamed liver may become scarred and hardened over time. This condition, called cirrhosis, is serious and often leads to liver failure. In addition to losing weight gradually and safely(losing no more than one or two pounds a week), lowering triglycerides through diet or medications,diabetes control and eating healthy diet will help.I feel that you should get screened for Viral Hep B and C and autoimmune heapatitis also as both cause increased SGPT levels. Continue taking Omnitrition and Niacin as it does not injure liver function.A consultation from a gastroenterologist or a hepatologist will be helpful.Hope I Provided Useful Information.Take Care. | |
Why i am getting symptoms of chemical smell?
Hi Doctor , this site recomended by my wife , I am 51 yrs old, i surf a few times a week, i swim laps (around 1-2 ks per day, ) over the last 18 months stopped drinking Cola as sugar was high, I have lost 12kgs in 18 months, recently i get symptoms of a really chemical smell, sometimes feel really sweaty with the smell, today had a slightly pins and needles in my hand , starting to worry about these symptoms | hiWelcome to HCM and i can understand your concern.swimming is one of the good exercise to keep your body fit ,as well as to reduce weight.yes cola contains lots of sugar.if you are diabetic ie high blood sugars ,fasting blood sugar >100 and post postprandial sugar level>140 considered as diabetic.if you are diagnosed as diabetic then u have control your sugar level first, by diet like using more of wheat,ragi,vegetables and avoid rice, sugar added food, by doing regular exercise like walking or swimming and you have to start antidiabetic drugs like Tab Metformin you can start with, after consulting your nearest physician.if ypur sugar levels gone too high ,then you may suffer from kusumal breathing , in that bad smell comes out from your mouth.but it is rare.common other causes of bad smell breathing are oral candidiasis or any bacterial infection.Tips1. Maintain oral hygiene2. Use mouthwash after each meal3. Do gargling with hot water and saltand about your pin and needle sensation, you might be having perpheral neuropathy because of diabetis.i hope i have answered your querythank you take care | |
Suggest remedy for psoriasis
I have Psoriasis on the bottom of my feetand starting on the innerside of my hands. I have got very thick dead skin around the affected areas. I have consulted a local doctor, who advised me to apply halotop during the day time and cosalic ointment (Salve Pharm) before sleep. But it's increasing day by day. Please advise. | Hello,I can understand your concern for psoriasis. I can get from your query that you have planter psoriasis as diagnosed by the treating doctor.After analyzing your query I can make out that you have planter psoriasis. It is quite difficult to treat this type of psoriatic plaques on foot area because of thick skin.Your treating doctor has provided good treatment with steroid cream and emollient creams along with keratolytic creams which you can continue.I additionally suggest to add and antihistamine to reduce the itching. You can also do warm compression with warm water and soaking your feet in the same.You can meet your treating dermatologist for further best guidance.Take care, all the best. | |
Suggest treatment for chest pain in elderly
in short-My Grandmother age-more 70 has suffering from chest pain from last 10-15days,we have done-x-ray,ecg and eco, from s s k m hospital and aft that doctor gave some medicines to get relief from pain,but she doesn t feel any relief after taking the medicines from last 3days,now the doctor is saying there will b some other problem like it may b some lunge infection or something like that, now i can t understand what to do for her, can u give me some suggestion?. | Hello, Thanks for using Healthcaremagic. i had gone through the data you have posted. chest pain in 70 yr female the differential diagnosis would be1)GERD: gastro esophangeal refulx disease: here chest pain would be burming sensation, may be more at night. treatment would be to avoid spicy foods, keep head end raised and use PPIlike tab. pantocid L which is a combination of PPI with prokinetic. 2) chestpain localised to one sid and increases with cough and deep breathing i suggestive of pleuritic pain seen with lung infection like pneumonia. CXR may be necessary and treatment would be antibiotics3)chestpain more central, associated with breathlessness, swelling of legssuggesive of cardiac4)Muscuoskeletal: pain during some positions. take combination pain killer for 2 days like aceclofenac+thiocolchiside if renal parameters are normal..as you have said cxr, ecg and 2decho are normal take a pain killer along with pantocid L. hope this helps.. | |
Had unprotected sex, delayed cycle. Earlier taken Levonorgestrol. Pregnant?
hi i am 28 years old. i took about 12 levonorgestrol emergency contraceptive pill in different times of my last 3 cycles. in this month i have unprotected sex at my 23th of cycle but i didnt take any levonorgestrol this time. now my period date is delay for 4 days which never happens before. is it the side effect of levonorgestrol or i m pragnant? | Hi thanks for your query.dont take emergency contraceptive pill regularly .it may affect your menstrual cycle regularity.take urine pregnancy test to rule out pregnancy.if it is negative consult your gynaecologist for withdrawl bleeding. | |
Suggest treatment for cold,cough and fever in a child
Hello Doctor, My 8months old baby boy is suffering from cold, fever & cough. I have consulted a paediatrician who advised 4ml azithromycin (Pratham100) once a day and 4.5ml P-125 SOS every 6 hours. Fever is reaching about 102 degree after 3 hours of taking P-125. This is happening for last 24 hours. Another doctor has prescribed MONOCEF-O and P-125 sos. Now I am need to know which medicine is better and less side effects. So far I did not started MONOCEF. Please advise as soon as possible. P.S. In last 20days back my baby was suffering from diarrhea. Aristogyl was given. Now the problem has resolved. | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic.Cough and cold are viral 95% of the times in children. VIRAL INFECTIONS DO NOT REQUIRE ANTIBIOTICS AT ALL. PLEASE DO NOT USE EITHER AZITHROMYCIN OR MONOCEF-O. BOTH ARE ANTIBIOTICS AND BOTH ARE REQUIRED HERE.For cold you can use anti-allergics like cetirizine and for nose block, saline nasal decongestants will do. Paracetamol can be given in the dose of 15mg/kg/dose (max ceiling dose 500mg) every 4-6th hourly, that too only if fever is more than 100F. I suggest not using combination medicines for fever, especially with Paracetamol.For cold you can use Cetrizine at 0.25mg/kg/dose every 12 hourly for 3 days.For nasal block, plain saline nasal drops will do, every 4-6th hourly to relive nasal congestion.Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed)., | |
Bloated stomach. Have cystic fibrosis, enlarged spleen. Taken bloating medication. What can help?
Hi, I m looking for an answer to bad stomach bloating! In the morning my stomach is flat but begins to get worse during the day and is quite severe by night. I do have an enlarged spleen due to my cystic fibrosis so my stomach isnt completely flat anyways and have tried to get help from my doctors but any bloating tablets they have given me havnt made any difference at all and have said that there s not much more I can do. It s getting to a stage now that it s really bothering me and its really not nice to look at! Any help would be very appriciated! Thanks -Aileen (attached are photos from morning and even) | Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for choosing H.C.M.F. As you describe there is cystic fibrosis , and due to that you are having problem of bloating of stomach gradually upto evening and low in the morning. Cystic fibrosis is an autosomal disease effecting lungs, pancreas, liver and intestines. It causes thick secrtions in effected regions and cause infections which are not cured easily.To some extent you are lucky that you are not effected in lungs there it is quite unbearable. In your case by morning all the secretions getting evacuated down, so you can try to keep the intestines empty by having small meals in an intervals of few hours. Avoid taking spices, junk foods, and oily foods, and also sour fruits. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Best regards. | |
Suggest preventive care for swine flu
hi a work colleague has had swine flu for a wk and returns back to work on sunday we've asked her to produce a doctors note stating she is no longer infected with the virus but she says they wont do this??? is this right??? also is she still infectious as my son has ongoing kidney problems and i dont want to get the virus and infect him??? please help | Hi thanks for asking question.Mostly in early stage during first week chances of spread of virus is more.Now she is back to work so mostly after week here chances of her infectious stage is less.Meanwhile maintain your immunity as when immunity get compromised then chances of infection is more.Drink more water and fruit juices.Take healthy diet , all which help from getting viral infection.If still she has respi problem like cough then keep your child away from coming direct contact to her.I hope you understand my concern.Wish you good health | |
What causes progressive lower back pain and terrible cramps in legs?
Hi, I was wondering if you can help me with a question. I have serious problems with my lower back (disc herniations with L4/L5. I was advised to have surgery to fix the problem but have been putting it off. Recently it has gotten to the point where I can barely walk due to the pain. My question is, since the recent pain started I also have been plagued with terrible cramp-like symptoms in both of my legs (primarily in hamstrings but not limited to) that stay with me the entire day. I would like to know if the two are possibly related. Thank you in advance for your reply | hi,thank-you for providing the brief history of you.As you have L4-L5 disc degenerative changes the muscle cramping will be related to the same as well. Also, for your pain due to the disc degenerative changes you need a thorough assessment and line of action to function.for lumbar disc degenerative disease the line of action will be such as per my practical experience.1. Rest2. Medication3. Physical Therapy4. Steroids5. Physcial therapy6. Surgery7. Physical therapy.now with this one had to understand that the first 3 steps are successful in the research and in practical as well. My clinical experience has almost 99% recovery of patients with similar issues.Very rarely the surgery is performed as post surgery some cases do have pain post surgery as well.As per my clinical practice and experience I will recommend you to follow the first 3 steps and you will be back to action.RegardsJay Indravadan Patel | |
What allergies are caused by yellow 5 and red 40?
I am trying to get nutrition facts for a cookie which it has food coloring in the ingredient. I don t have the nutrition fact for yellow 5 and red 40. I need to know what kind of the allergies. like nut it says from tree nut, how about yellow 5 or red 40? | HIThank for asking to HCMThe yellow colour either artificial or natural very well known for inducing the allergy to the extend that certain person are having allergic manifestation just to see the yellow colour, for the red colour if it is artificial then it can cause allergic reactions, have nice day ( Urticarial rash is the common symptoms ) | |
Q. Can weed smoking cause schizophrenia?
Hi doctor, I have been dealing with anxiety since childhood. I am 22 years old now. I have been smoking weed for about six months and my quality of life drastically improved. Now, I could sleep at night. I went back to being myself happy. My confidence went up and my social anxiety virtually disappeared. Once, while watching videos on the internet, I came across one talking about reality and how we might be part of some sort of virtual reality. When I started thinking about that, it really freaked me out and I had a panic attack. Then, the mixture of the anxiety and being high made me really entertain the idea of this reality was fake. I was in a constant state of being on the brink of a panic attack for a few days afterwards, even while being completely sober. I am better now, through the day I am fine even thinking back on it makes me kind of laugh. But, when I am alone at night the thought comes back and no matter how hard I try, I cannot take my mind off it. I could not sleep because of the anxiety related symptoms, putting on a podcast and listening to people talk is the only way to calm me down. I hate this and I cannot stop thinking about how I may become this crazy person who truly believes were in some sort of matrix and end up in some asylum rocking back and forth. Should I be worried about this? Am I going crazy? I do not want to develop schizophrenia and lose touch with reality. I have not smoked since the incident and I have gotten better. But, I am worried that I will never be able to shake off these thoughts, although I know these thoughts are completely ludacris and I am truly fine. Will time resolve this? | Hi. I read your query and understand your concerns. Before I answer your question I like to congratulate you for taking the necessary step of stopping cannabis. For further information consult a psychiatrist online --> | |
Dry skin, suffer with sunburns, rashes on exposure to sun, temporary relief with momate lotion. Suggestions?
Hi, I am having very dry skin and so I was suffering from sun burn and rashes when exposed to sun .So I consulted a skin specialist and as per the instructions given to me , I started using momate lotion . BUt when I stopped using it , I am again having some problem in my skin such as rashes and all . What should I do ? | Hi, thanks for posting the query You are suffering from sun burns, you have not mentioned whether you are still having sunexposure, and the duration for which you have used momate lotion.however the following may be of help: Avoid sunexposure as much as possible when ever you are in sun apply a sunscreen with high spf like50+, as your skin is sensitive to sun rays, repeat it every three hours (effect lasts for roughly three-four hours after application) You can apply momate lotion for a few days and as the rashes come down shift to milder one like hydrocortisone and stop it once the rashs go away. Apply a moisturiser as per your need twice or thrice a day oral antioxidants aand beta carotene prepration once a day contact a dermatologist to rule out other causes of rash Hope this helps you | |
How to grow moustache?
sir,i am 32 years.when i am 17 years i used to scratch my <moustache by applying some wax creams of women. This i did for five to six times,after some time,I found that i am not getting my moustache back(since it is not growing at all).Now i am feeling very ashamed of myself, since all men have moustaches.Every body used to see at me differently.please give a medical solutions with regards, rahul | Hello, All men do not have mustaches. Many do not have at all and many do not grow at all. So stop worrying. Hope I have answered your query. You can contact me for treatment options. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. K. V. Anand, Psychologist | |
What causes loose stools in a 1 year old?
Hi. My son (1 year old) came with me from Canada to Pakistan. Two days after arriving he got loose motions. I started giving him antamizole since last three days but he is not getting better. His stool is very watery and dark green. He is breastfed and not taking any solids since he got sick. Its seven daya already and I am very upset. Please help. | Hair I'm Dr.SubramanianWelcome to HCMLoose stools are common complaint in infants, often alarming parents and at some times docs too.Unless your son is well hydrated you need not worry for loose stools.Give him continuous sips of ors to keep him hydrated.Hydration can be monitored by checking the quantity of urine passed.Give him zinc supplements for 14 days.Avoid milk based food for few days.Better to feed rice based food.Take care. | |
What causes heavy breathing?
I quit smoking a year ago and gained about 30 lbs. I was wheezing alot so my dr. gave me symbicort - I have no wheezing anymore but sometimes I breathe so heavy - I thought I would feel better after quitting - could it be my weight that is causing this - I just joined weight watchers | what is ur actual weight and also your time of wheezing and what is ur age.if ur age is >40 then go fir spiromtery check up and needs to change inhalerand also weight is important factor if it is more tan 100 kg and your neck circumference is >36 cm it will cause sleep apnea.but now you can take tab acebrophyllin sr 200 od , MDI foracort 200 2 puff bd, | |
Suggest treatment for bump in the tongue caused by piercing
OK i got my tongue pierced and i had it for like two months but i took it out because i found a bump next to the piercing and i got freaked out because didn't want it to get infected and then after the hole healed back up it looked like it was filled up but there was a white dot were the hole was and its on the bottom of my tongue were the other hole should be, and it wont go away and i was picking at it and i seemed to make it worse and now it hurts and I'm scared because i don't know what to do. If you have any idea how to help me please tell me. | Hi..Thanks for the query..A fluid filled small bump with a white spot is an abscess formed due to infection in the region of pricking....The area must have got infected with the bacteria leading to formation of an abscess..You need not worry and take a short course of antibiotics for 5 days and maintain a good Oral hygiene..You can also apply oral antimicrobial ointment (brand as per availability) over the abscess..For pain you can take Advil..Salt water rinses will help..Hydrogen peroxide gargles can also be helpful.Do not try to wear a stud over the tongue until it has completely..Hope this helps..Regards.. | |
What is the remedy for the discoloration of the lips due to the suction with the bottle?
I have a 4 and 5 year old and they both have been drinkin Gatorade/powerade put of the bottle. They don t really understand how to put the bottle under thee top lip like an adult, so they get their upper lip suctioned to the inside of the bottle and I ve noticed a discoloration above the lip where the bottle actually would be with little red dots along with the weird discoloration. I believe it s most likely blood vessels damaged? But I m worried it won t go away. It looks so bad and I just want to know if I m on the right track, and if so is there a way to get rid of it fast? Thanku | Hello. I just read through your question.I agree that the blood vessels do become minimally damaged. However they do repair themselves fully. This will resolve when they stop drinking from the bottles this way. Meantime it is harmless, even though it may not look good. | |
Suggest treatment for lichen planus during pregnancy
Dr, I am 30 yrs old and i am pregnant for the first time. since my pregnancy i am affe cted with lichen plasm. i have been prescribed with halovate ointment. now iam 5 monts pregnant and this infection is spreading all over my body. can u suggest what do i take for the cure now | Warm welcome!Thanks for visiting world's best online health forum. I was assigned to assist you today for the health query you have. Lichen planus is self limiting usually (means it goes at its own) but sometimes the symptoms may go worse and become bothersome. In that case I usually use to prescribe Cetirizine oral, Fluocinonide And Tacrolimus topical ointments for application to affected areas of skin. For oral Lichen lesions you need to keep good oral hygiene and diet improvements to have a good power to fight against infections.You may consult a Dermatologist too for better insight.I hope this was all you needed an answer for. I am at your disposal for extended explanation and medical help if you need more.Healthiest Regards!Dr. Sumaira Kousar | |
What causes stiffness and pain on left knee?
I have mild burning, itching, and tingling in my feet and hands. I recently had carpal tunnel surgery on my right hand and know I have a torn labryl ligament in my left shoulder. I have also been diagnosed with golfers elbow. I just recently started having stiffness and pain on the outside of my left knee. Any thoughts? | Dear Patient, Welcome, and thanks for sharing your concern I went through your query, and I feel, if you are having persistant pain and stiffness in the knee than probably these are symptoms of arthritis, you should get an X Ray done to see if any arthritic changes are present in the X Rays. I hope my advice would have been useful, in decision making regarding your treatment, still if you have any clarifications or doubts feel free to contact back.Thanks. | |
What is the treatment for arthritic pains?
Hi about two years ago my body and joints were aching all over a friend of mine recomended taking serepeptase tablets. After a few days I felt a definate improvement and after a few months I felt I was cured so I stoped taking the serepeptase tablets but within a few weeks my pains returned, so I started taking the tablets again and apart from a few weeks of trying to do without them I have been taking them for over two years now. My problem is I have had to increase my dosage to keep my aches and pains at bay (I am now taking up to 10 plus tablet a day) I have seen my doctor and he says about my knees that it is probably my cartlidge and it will eventually settle down, about my back try walking and doing more exercise other pains are probably arthritis and all he prescribes are pain killers, which don t help. any suggestions please? | Hello,It is disastrous to take analgesic in such dosage for such long time. It may damage your kidney. You may consult to your doctor and get yourself investigated including X-ray and blood investigation like CBC, blood sugar, thyroid functions, serum uric acid etc.There are various reasons for such pains like:- Fibromyalgia- Gout- Rheumatoid arthritis- Liver and kidney problems- Anemia- Variant of arthritis Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
Suggest treatment for constipation and gas in kid
my 12 month old baby went on whole milk about 3 weeks ago the first week everything was fine then last week she was constipated decreased milk increased prunes pears and fiber also added karo syrup to the milk she has had a bm the last todays now tonight she has gas and is crying | Basic cause for constiption in infant is milf based diet, so start feeding your child with fibre rich diet as banana, grains, Dal & decrese milk intake.Meducation can be given as muout powder (PEG) for constiption for 2-3 month, colicaid, colimax etc for gas. | |
Suggest treatment for pain in heel
I have pain in my heel. my right foot the outer part of my heel hurts... woke up this morning i could hardly walk... now it has a burning sensation with a little swelling. this happened a couple of months back then was gone after a week. what could it be? | Hello, It is probably due to conditions like plantar fasciitis. As a first line management, you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. In that case you might require steroid injection to the sole.Wishing all the best. Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Is the fishy vaginal smell and a lump at cervix related to infection?
probably starting about three o'clock this afternoon I noticed a fishy smell coming from the vaginal area and a white discharge. A few hours later I checked to see if maybe I was developing a yeast infection and found a large lump on the outside of my cervix close the opening. Since then I have developed some back pain and a fever. I do have an IUD in, have had it for almost 9 months. should i go to ER or? | Hi there and thanks for sharing your question on HCM.Fishy smell from the vagina is usually associated with bacterial vaginosis, a bacterial infection of the vagina which is very common. Some women with bacterial vaginosis (BV) remain symptom-free for a long time. I am wondering if this is the case with you.Insertion of an IUD carries a risk of infection, BV is among the infections that can occur post IUD insertion. I am very concerned for you - the large lump outside the cervix, back pain and fever suggest a pelvic infection. I am worried that the lump might be an abscess,You need to urgently go to the ER - have them work you up. A pelvic infection can result in acute and long term complications if left untreated.Take care.Dr Shabnam | |
How to treat lax cardia,hepatomegaly with fat deposit and fat in pancreas?
I am having a sharp pain occasionally at the right upper quadrant,just below the liver.The pain gets more after consuming alcohol of 2-3 pegs.I have undergone Endoscopy and USG (whole abdomen) and the investigation revealed Lax Cardia ,Hepatomegaly with fat deposit and also fat in Pancreas.The persists for more than2-3 years.Pl.advise. | HIThank for asking to HCMYou do have one option right now and that is stop consuming the alcohol and wait for few months and then get done the USG test then watch result, hope this information help you, take care and have good life. | |
How to treat accident mediated chin and shin injury?
Monday I slipped getting into a truck and smashed my chin into the metal step. Shin is red in area of injury, warm to hot to touch, painful to walk. I've taken three days off from work to give it a rest applying heat and now trying ice. Not much change. Am I in trouble? | In my opinion you applyed heat early and ice late i recommend using anti inflammatory like Alphinturn Good Luck | |
Suggest remedy for schizophrenia
hi im almost 20 years old and since around the age of around 10 ive seen heard and felt things that weren't really there. I never got diagnosed for schizophrenia but I am pretty positive I have it. I don't know what to do about it. I am really closed off and don't really talk to anyone about my struggles except my hallucinations. I have always been scared to take antipsychotics because im afraid I wont have anything or anyone left. my head troubles have gradually gotten worse over time to where its getting hard to get through the day. I want to be normal again.. but most of the "crazy pills" out there seem to be sketchy and very hit and miss. is that true? the last thing need is my head to get worse. Dr. Samuel I apologize for wasting your time I don't have money for this. I didn't know I had to pay for it | i can understand your problem.no need of any apology. you did not do any mistake.you need some medication because it is progressive illness.take tab olanzapine for 6-12 months.single tablet will help you to overcome all this problem.so do not worry take care.start medication. it will help you to live normal life.after age of 30 most of the patient got complete relief even without medication. | |
What causes tingling and mild nerve pain on the body?
Dear Dr.Thanks for taking the time to read my question. I'd appreciate your advise.I am a 31 year old made who suffered a back injury playing badminton in October 2010. I've been in mild/moderate chronic low-back pain since then. The MRI report shows a minor disc bulge in L3-4 and L4-5 sections. However, since a few months ago, I've have started experiencing symptoms of tingling, pin-needles and mild nerve pain, pretty much all over the body. The tingling/pin-needles is experienced in the head, face, arms, shoulders, legs, and sometimes even inside the eye! The mild, fleeting nerve pains also occur pretty much everywhere, predominantly in the legs. There is no numbness. These symptoms begin as soon as I sit down on the floor, in my office chair or any chair/sofa at home. Sometimes I also feel an mild outward pressure being exerted from the inside of the top of my head and feel a mild pain in the center of the chest. These symptoms alleviate once I stand up and start walking, although I've felt tingling in the head/face when I am standing upright.Are these symptoms attributable to my back injury from way back? Is it compressed/pinched nerve? It's very distracting and worrisome to experience these symptoms.Any advise is appreciated.RanjitP.S:I've consulted a Neurologist and done numerous tests. My D3 and B12 are within the normal range. My brain MRI and evoke potential tests came out with normal results as well. | well... obviously, a nerve problem. The symptoms involve quite a lot of nerves that do not directly connect to each other. It is common, however, for irritated nerves/spine to cause other nerves to be influenced by the activation of the irritated nerve (called WIND-UP). Often, this occurs In the brain. An overall nerve damper (amitryptilline or gabapentin or pregabalin are used commonly for this; anti-epileptic drugs are used UNCOMMONLY for this). | |
Q. My dad has adenocarcinoma of prostate with no bone metastasis. How to treat him?
Hello doctor, I want to know about my dad's PSA prostate biopsy report. The report is in french language and I will translate it in English. Doctor advised him to take hormone therapy and radiation therapy. Will that work? Biopsy report shows: Adenocarcinoma of prostate Gleason score 6 (3+3) associated with ultra ductal carcinoma with extra prostate. Presence of numerous enlarged nerves. I want to know its treatment and side effects. My dad is 78 years old and he has high blood pressure. He did bone metastasis and it came back negative. What is the best treatment for my dad? | Hi. It looks your father has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. The good thing is that his bone scan is free of metastasis (spread). I will suggest them to do an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) pelvis and x-ray chest plus abdominal ultrasound for staging. These investigations will show the extension of the prostatic tumor if the tumor is confined to the prostate only. He needs a surgical assessment for the possible radical removal of the prostate along with the tumor. If they found him unfit for surgery or inoperable tumor, then the next step is radiotherapy and hormonal therapy. In general, prostatic cancer is usually a slow-growing tumor. It takes years to spread to other parts. From stage 1 to stage 3 prostate cancer five years of survival is almost 100 %. | |
How to lower creatinine levels?
Sir, My age is 56 years and I have Chronic Kidney Disease from last 1 year before 3 months my creatinine levels is 1.5 and now it is raised to 1.92 and blood urea level is 47 .Sodium and potassium are within normal range.What can I do to lower my creatinine levels? . | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Your creatinine level is slowly rising. You have chronic kidney disease. You should go for complete kidney function test and ultrasound abdomen. Drugs like lasix will help you. You should consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope 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. | |
TB infection in uterus, laproscopy done. Trying to conceive. Pregnancy chances?
hello i am 26 yrs married 3 yrs last month i been through laproscopy ovary drilling done doc found water in uterus it was tb infection so doc put me on 9 month course of akt 4 and 3 and other medicine so i want now can i concive iduring this period doc said u try u will get concive so i ned to now wht other doc hav to say and one more thg after taking this tb medicine i feel vomit headache when i see food i feel like pukeing and nausea plz help | Hello I appreciate your query. Ovarian drilling is generally done for a condition called polycystic ovarian disease , which interferes with your ability to ovulate ( produce mature ovum - egg every menstrual cycle ). Also , you have not mentioned one important laparoscopic finding, that is, whether your tubes were found to be open or blocked. Moreover, for conception, you need to have your husband's semen analysis. Your routine blood tests, hormonal profile for polycystic ovaries, TSH, blood sugars etc. After two months of starting AKT, you can safely go in for conception, that is, try for it. AKT is frequently associated with the symptoms you describe, that is nausea, and aversion to food. Try not to stay hungry for long, take small frequent meals and antacids if required. You might be having polycystic ovaries, so for planning conception, you may need ovulation induction agents. Please consult an infertility specialist at the earliest. All the best. | |
Can I rely on painkillers for varicocele?
hi i have had an operation last january and it was said to be varicocell.with time the pain has grown back and becoming more intence.at the moment i am on a pain killer and aslo ther is a lot of sweloing on the opposite side that the operation area.what do i do and does this call for another operation.is it a recurrent thing and does it mean that i will be infertile.am 22yrs of age | Hello Thank you for trusting HCM Until unless examination of local area of leison difficult to tell what is the cause for your problem. Most common post varicocele surgery complication is development of hydrocele. probably you developed same problem. Don't wait please consult your surgeon immediately he will treat you accordingly. | |
What is the treatment for infertility in men?
I am Rajesh, married and age is 37 ,facing in fertility problem . Ishowed to manipal and they tested everything and said everything is fine ,not able to diagnose the problem. They tested me and my wife completely but they could not find out the reason. | Hi thanks for writing to HEALTHCAREMAGIC.I have gone through your question.As your both reports are normal then it suggest that you are having 'unexplained imfertility'.10-20% of infertile couple having this problem.If you are not conceiving naturally then I would suggest to go for IUI intra uterine insemination. Or IVF invitro fertilization, and ICSI intra cytoplasmic sperm injection.Hope i answered you question.Would be happy to help you further. | |
Suggest treatment for chest tightness with shortness of breath
recently i have been experiencing tightness acrossmy chest, i have been yawning a lot as it feels like im getting more oxygen? also at work i sometimes have to walk up 2 flights of stairs and when i get to the top i am out of breath, also when i walk some distance i get difficultly breathing, also recently i have been diagnosed with thyroid cance | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.Chest tightness and breathing difficulty on exertion are commonly seen with bronchitis.So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).PFT will not only diagnose bronchitis but it will also tell you about severity of the disease and treatment is based on severity only.You will mostly improve with inhaled bronchodilators (formoterol or salmeterol) and inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) (budesonide or fluticasone).Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
What causes head to feel numb after injury?
I fell hiking last friday and hit the whole side of my head on a rock. No open cuts just ached in the head...put ice on and never really had any other issues except towards the top of my head feels very numb.,...so numb that when my hair is normally really tangly and I brush through it....it normally hurts at my scap....but I feel nothing really | Hi,Thanks for writing in.It is possible that you had a scalp injury when you hurt your head. This can cause irritation of nerve endings which can get sensitized when brushing your hair. If you experience symptoms like persistent headaches, heaviness, vomiting, dizziness, loss of gait then please get back to your doctor at once for a CT scan brain to know if there is any injury to brain which is not visible from outside.Also check your scalp for any bruises and injury and signs of inflammation and infection in the scalp that might have appeared after the injury. If present you must apply antibiotic ointment containing sodium fusidate to the area. This will prevent infection. | |
Give some reason for Nuchal around stomach
Hi my name is Kate im 22, i have been told at my 12 week scan that my baby looks normal but they are worried as he/she has a nuchal measurement of 6.8mm and also there is a little nuchal around the babys stomach. Please could you tell me what is wrong as they have ruled out down syndrome. Could it be turners syndrome or is there any hope it could be a healthy baby? thanks | HiIncreased nuchal thickening is sign of some risk of syndromes . There are other parameters to measure to support the diagnosis like absence of nasal bones and others. Get an anomaly scan done at around 20 weeks . Amniocentesis is an invasive test to do chromosome analysis of fetus.There are non invasive test done on maternal blood sample to know Chromosomal defect of baby .You can go for any of above tests to confirm the diagnosis.Best wishes | |
Does possessiveness, crying and lack of sleep indicate sign of depression?
hi this is priyanka....i want to ask you that whether i really need a psychaitrist??? recently my friend told me that i behave very weirdly after i lost my mother few months ago....i keep on crying all the time,i cant sleep properly...i have deviated from my studies,i always need my best friends suppoet,i have become over over possessive for her....are all these things syptoms of depression???? | Hi! Thanks for consulting with health care magic.The symptoms which you have described in your post are consistent with Grief/Bereavement after the loss of your mother. Grief can commonly mimic symptoms of depressive episodes (sleep disturbances, guilt, loss of energy, concentration, and appetite changes), and may even progress to Major Depressive disorder if it lasts several more months. Although it is normal to bereave up to 2 months, grief affects each person differently. I would recommend undergoing grief counselling or seeing a psychiatrist if your symptoms persist; They will be able to help you cope with your loss. Medication usually is not prescribed for grief, however it becomes an option if your symptoms progress to depression.I hope this helps and do not hesitate to ask if you have any questions.Take care,Dr. Srinivasan | |
How to control daydreaming?
hello sir, I am a 22 year old graduate and I dreamed so much at day time, how to I avoid it since I have a lot of responsbility other than I have a idea to continue my studier. my night sleep is good. I can t to share anyone. give me a solution. Regards Ammu | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Day dreaming is not a problem at all. You are doing it just because you are not serious about your education, vocation or your future. You are yet to find you passionate job, your role in life, your responsibilities, duties towards family members etc. once you know all these things, automatically your day dreaming stops. There is no other way out. So till then, day dream, and enjoy your life. Don't worry.If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques.Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
Does masturbating after IVF embryo transfer affect the implantation?
Hi-i am 1 day post IVF embryo transfer and this progesterone is making my hormones surge. I masturbated twice since. Now i found out me RE wants no orgasms (uterine contractions) not just no intercourse? i am freaking out i have jeopardized my chances at successful implantation?? 41 yo Female, 5'8.5", 145lbs. IVF patient | Hello, usually it is advised to avoid such activity but there is no evidence to prove the same so just take as much rest as possible and i hope you will have a healthy baby soonIn case you have any questions in future you can contact me directly on | |
What causes constant abdominal pain?
i am opipronol 50 mg two times a day and clozepam at night and i am have constant upper abdominal pain which is not yet releived, where as all blood work is normal expcept Blood amylase which marginal up other investion i.e ct , mri , mrcp and ultrasound are normal as well | Hi.Thanks for your query and history.The pain in abdomen with raised amylase is definitely suspicious of pancreatitis irrespective of normal usg.ct or MRI .This indicates that these investigations need to be repeated after 48 hours.This is the condition in which one needs upper GI endoscopy and endousg to get a proper diagnosis.Other conditions which mimic such a pain are sphincter of oddi dysfunction, bile duct stone and sludge and so on.Get second opinion of another General Surgeon for clinical evaluation and investigation. | |
Had craniotomy, meningioma in falcine area. Chronic pain behind eye, acute sinusitis. On penicillin, keppra. Anything serious?
Thanks for responding, I had a craniotomy 6 weeks ago, meningioma in the falcine area. Chronic pain behind right eye, was just seen by gp and have acute sinusitis. On penicillin as well as Keppra, I feel a lot of pressure on the top of my head and left ear area as the sinus infection is breaking up, is this a dangerous situation, given the recent craniotomy? | HI Thank for asking to HCM You have recent history of craniotomy and right now have symptom which quite related with your surgery If I would be your docotor then I would certainly ask for ct imaging to rule out the possibility of this if your gp is suspecting it as sinusitis and put you on antibiotic then you finish this course if it does not go away then will be required investigation take care of your self and be in touch with HCM have good day. | |
Should we worry if patient has not recovered from drug induced coma after accident?
My husband was put into a drug induced coma a week ago, following a road traffic accident. The sedation was removed on Thursday evening but he still hasn't come round. The staff on ICU don't seem overly concerned as his temperature, blood pressure, etc are normal and he is breathing on his own. Should we be worried? | Hi,Your husband's injuries must have been serious if he has needed ICU care therefore it will be a slow process of recovery. His care will be complex and it would be impossible to make a detailed judgement on his prospects. It sometimes does take some time for the effects of drugs to wear off in patients in ICU. Your husband will be in good hands in the ICU and I suggest you keep in touch with the staff who will give you the best information on his progress.I hope he makes a speedy recovery.Regards,Dr K A Pottinger,MBChB FRCA | |
Can jaw movements cause headache?
Hi, my head on the right side hurts when I move my jaw. It hurts on the side where my eyebrow ends, between under my right eye and my ear. At first when I moved I jaw it felt a bit like cracking but now it stops when I move my jaw. But now the pain is still there after I stopped moving it. I feel the pain the most where my fingers are located in the photo I attached. | Hi,I have gone through your query,as you told you have problem in horizontal movement of neck and have not any swelling in that region , this case is may be of fracture so you should go for OPG( orthopantogram). It will helpful in diagnosis of your problem.Thank youDr.Hariom Sharma MBBS, MS | |
Have asthma, high BP and pulse rate. Taken albuterol and advair. What purpose do they serve?
I have astma and take alubertol and advair daily. I have been short of breath for the last week and a half. I can't catch my breath doing simple things. My blood pressure has been high and my pulse. Highest BP today 142/91 and pulse 112. I know the albuterol can make your heart beat fast. what about the advair? I have been on both for years. I use my albuterol daily. | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. I would come up with these possibilities for such type of breathlessness, these includes.1 Cor pulmonale , diagnosis can be confirmed by X ray chest and M R I . As you mentioned that you are having asthma from many years, so this is very common feature in old asthmatic case that their asthma turned into cor pulmonale.2 Congestive cardiac (heart ) failure i.e. C H F , diagnosis can be confirmed by physical examination as well as treadmill test . E K G & echo will find out the exact nature of disease.As you mentioned that you are also having high B P , so chance of C H F can not be rule out.3 As albuterol is a potent bronchodilator and not effective. While advair ( fluticasone +salmeterol) is also steroid and bronchodilator .Both drugs are not effective so asthma may have turned into CARDIAC ASTHMA.In my opinion consult a cardiologist and get his opinion .Good luck. Dr. HET | |
What is the treatment for high Blood Pressure?
my blood pressure is 166/109 right now and it is midnight sowhat do i do iam not a bp patienti am 47yrs my height is 164cm and weight is 58.5kg after my cesarian in1996 i had a bp problem for ashort while but after that my bp was in the range of130/90 i dont have any other problem but am in my menopause stage | Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You first monitor your resting BP frequently and make a chart. If readings are persistently high then you will need treatment. Start with low salt diet and regular exercises. Also have low fat, oily and calorie diet. You will also need a BP medicine if BP is more than 140/90 mmHg. I usually give tab Telmisartan to my patients in clinic. You can get medicine prescribed from local doctor.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Sagar | |
Does air conditioner cause any problem in new born baby?
I am living in Vietnam as in one of typical tropical weather countries and esp during summer of which raining at the same time so it could be too hot prolonged and I do need to turn aircon on almost all day long and due to I have just had a new born baby, are there any effects to the newborn baby at all such as fungi growth from aircon, fluid in lungs or anything relating to this effects. Pls advise. Kind rgds & Thks | Hi, It's better to keep baby in air conditioner as temperature can be set in AC and also auto clean option can be used in AC. But before using AC, do a service of AC. Hope I have helped you. | |
Does vitamin deficiency cause lumps in lower leg?
Hi, I'm a 46 year old female and about 6 months ago I noticed a lump on my lower right leg. It gradually got smaller within about 2 months and went away but it left a slight indent. I also had one on the left leg, at the knee, on the left side of my leg. It was very sore all the time but it is gone now. I have noticed another on the back of my calf on both legs, the skin is a little red and they are sore at times but they itch. They both seem to be getting smaller, as the others did. My lower left leg is swollen a little and has been for a couple of weeks. Could this be the result of a vitamin defiencency? I have become addicted to cottage cheese, it's about the only thing i eat and I know it doesn't have many vitamins in it. Thank you, Debbie Please let me know what it could be. | Hi, Thanks for query to My HCM virtual Clinic.I studied all details of your query.Your query information is insufficient and confusing to comment on the nature of the lump on the legs.In this background I would suggest to consult your ER Surgeon to check up the itchy lumps with swelling in left leg.Going by the limited facts, In My Opinion you seem to have problem of Varicose Veins with ?DVT,which needs to be investigated by Doppler study of your veins.-Second opinion from your family doctor and Surgeon would rule out any vitamin deficiency ,which I don't think it exists in your case.-Control on your cottage cheese as it aggravates Varicosity due to increase weight and intra-abdominal fat and pressure,causing flare up of the lower leg lumps,as located in your case.Hope this satisfies your query.Don't forget to hit thanks and write excellent review comments to help needy visitors at HCM.Welcome for any further query in this regards.Dr.Savaskar M.N.M.S.Genl- CVTS.Senior Surgical Specialist. | |
What causes histamine and itching after masturbation?
hello after itching after bathing and doctors attributed it to high release of histamine when i bath.Yesterday i masterbated at the bath room before bathing and now the itching was unbearable.Does that mean that the masterbation increases histamine production? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Masturbation is a physiological phenomenon and is considered to be normal. It does not cause any side effect. Itching sensation what you are having could be caused due to allergic reaction, which is attributed to histamine. Kindly take antihistamine medication containing Citirizine once a day. Apply moisturizer cream or lotion to get soothing effect for skin. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Does a sore lump in the sternum need medical attention?
My boyfriend has been complaining about a lump at the bottom of his sternum. He keeps pressing it and touching it which is only making it sore. He did research and it sounds normal, what should we look out for to determine if it's something that needs medical attention? | Hi,Dear,Good noon from INDIA.I studied and reviewed all the details put forth by you and understood your health concerns.Treatment-for your sore lump in the sternum-a-Check with the family doctor.b-Get the help from on the following guidelines-i-Tb NSAIDS x for 5 days would resolve the issue of your boyfriend.ii-This is given to relieve Xyphoidalgia/Xhphodynia/Xyphoid Syndrome-which is mostly due to anxious overhandling inflammation of the xyphoid process with / wihout overweight.iii-To rule out the liver and heart ailements with ER Doctor, who would help you accordingly.Wishing you fast recovery....and have a Good Day.Well-come for any further query in this regard.I would love to help you till you get relieved from the current fiasco.If you get relief ,write strong review to help your friends and foes and those visiting-my HCM clinic.Revert your info ASAPWith RegardsDr.Savaskar M.N. | |
Suggest treatment for infertility
hai sir i am mallika i have one child of 8 years and i got abortioned two years in the month of 5th starting. after that i have undergone laproscopy surgery for endometriosis . as per doctors advise letrozel tablets for 3 months is also over. and all lab tests are normal including my husband. recently consulted another doctor she suggested IUI and i have undergone. doctor prescribed miprogen-400 capsules daily one for 15 days. kindly advise me in this regard. thank you | Haiwelcome to hcm you can try iui for 6 months in order to get good results from iui. You can take mi progen tab to support your luteal phase .In stimulated cycles progesterone formation is less compared to normal menstrual cycle. So take progesterone continuously .Regards Dr .Vanitha devi. | |
What causes heart pain?
Hi I get some pain in heart some type...1 year ago I went to cardiologist and he said no problem... but now again I am getting little pain in heart side..my stomoch is also not good so one docter said becasue of stomach problem your heart is paining | Hello!Thank you for asking on HCM!Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to gastro-esophageal reflux or gastritis. I would recommend taking an antiacid or omeprazole. If the pain persists, I would recommend consulting with your doctor for a physical exam and further tests: - a chest X ray study- a resting ECG - a cardiac stress test- complete blood count, PCR, ESR for inflammation. Hope to have been helpful!Wishing all the best, Dr. Iliri | |
Q. What can I do to reduce my chest and stomach fat completely?
Hi doctor,I have a fat issue in my body. I have chest and stomach fat in my body. And for that, I am too much worried that how to reduce chest fat (basically this is too much irritating for me) and stomach fat and becoming a fit and healthy person. Please give me some suggestion what to do so that I can reduce my chest and stomach fat completely. Morning normally I have breakfast as milk and cornflakes, as lunch I have food in office and weekend is PG food and at night rice, curry and fish or egg or chicken as dinner and one or two times per day drinking juice. | Hi. You need not worry as your BMI (attachment removed to protect patient identity) is in the normal range as per WHO standards. You may need to work on spot reduction with some ab workouts. Your diet plan is fine you may require to include two mini meals of some fibers like fruits or vegetable salad mid-morning and late, filling water and drink for the whole day. This crush will help you to improve metabolism and antioxidants. You can use daily new herbs to enjoy taste like one-day cumin or peppermint or ginger or fennel seeds. For more information consult a nutritionist online --> | |
Does clomid help in getting pregnent?
i m 35 years old.... i m trying to conceive and my doctor suggested me to take clomid for 5 days and dophastan for 14 days from 13 day of cycle and yesterday was my cycles 14 day and i found 2 aur 3 drops of bleeding... is it normal? is those medicine help me to get pregnant? | Hi,Thanks for writing to HCM. The intramenstrual bleeding of 2 to 3 drops is normal when you are taking duphastone tablet. Dont worry for that it will stop.Clomid tablet help for proper maturation and growth of eggs. This is first line of treatment for those having ovulation problem. It helps in pregnancy. Duphastone is given for maintaing initial pregnancy if at all you conceive. For my patients I also advice to take oestrogen tablets from day 8 which helps in preparing endometrium for implantation. You can discuss with your doctor about this.Also get regular follicular study to watch the growth of egg and when it is more then 19mm you take hcg injection which helps it to rupture and not become cyst instead under your doctor guidance.Hope I have been helpfulRegardsDr.Deepika Patil | |
Can synovitis cause pain in the knee and hands of children?
My 6 year old daughter often gets toxic synovitis after having a cold. It is usually pain in her thy but this time she is complaining of pain in her knee and hands. I can't find anything that would explain the pain in her hands and I'm wondering if it is associated with the synovitis or her cold in any way. | Hi i am Dr Ahmed Aly thanks for using healthcaremagic site ,I had gone through your question and understand your concerns .. Actually from your given history i think your daughter may have a kind of rheumatoid arthritis that is commonly related to common cold especially with children . For my patients i may suggest some laboratory investigations to properly diagnose such cases with blood tests like ASOT ( anti streptolysin o titre ) , Rheumatoid factor Rf , ESR ( erothrocyte sedimentation rate ) , CRP to properly diagnose such cases . Treatments include Antibacterial like pinicillin , antipyretics like paracetamol , and topical gels for painful joints . Please click and consider a 5 star rating with some positive feedback if the information was helpful. Wish you good health,Any further clarifications feel free to ask. | |
What could it be if having pus and blood filled bumps around scrotum?
What are these bumps I have on and around my scrotum? The little ones have pus and pop easy. The bigger ones will not seem to pop unless pierced with a needle and are filled with blood and a small amount of pus. I have had them for quite a few months. | HelloThanks for query .Based on your statement I would state that you have multiple Sebaceous Cysts over scrotum since months.The scrotal skin is rich in sebaceous glands and hence prone to get more sebaceous cyst due to accumulation of sebum beneath the skin. Normally they fade away without treatment however they need to be treated if increase in size or get infected. Please consult qualified General Surgeon for clinical evaluation and further treatment. If needed some of them which are bigger may need to get excised in Toto (Completely along with the sac).Dr.Patil. | |
Can I take Oxyelite Pro while on medication for high blood pressure?
Can i take Oxyelite Pro while I'm taking High Blood Pressure Meds? I'm 47 years old, 5'6, I weight 182 lbs and I have a history of High Blood Pressure since 1999. It is a family disease. I'm taking Atenonol and HTCZ to control it. But I would like help in loosing weight. | please read this notification issued by the fda. can lose weight gradually by following a good diet and leading an active lifestyle which includes moderate intensity activity for atleast 210 minutes per week.thank you | |
Can pityriasis rosea affect a pregnancy?
I am 19 weeks pregnant and i was diagnosed with Pityriasis Rosea. ive had it for about 3 weeks now. my dotor told me is not dangerous to the baby but the more i read about it the more i get worried that something might be really wrong. so is it dangerous while im pregnant? | it's not dangerous to you and to your baby but it can flare up in pregnancy. so drugs can harm your baby. before taking drugs consult your gynecologist as well as dermatologist. | |
Nausea, feeling faint, muffled hearing, seeing bright. What is wrong?
I was working today and felt completely fine when my boss was going over with me some new things I was going to have to learn when all of a sudden I felt really nauseous and fainty.. Than I went and sat down and everything got really bright and all the sounds I heard kept getting more muffled as time went on. I eventually had to leave work early.. What s wrong with me? I fainted for the first time in my life about a month ago.. and had a similar episode at work about 2 months ago. | may be reklated to ischemia of some part of brain supplying these organsneed to investigate after consaulting neurologist either ischemai is due to clot or adjoining area tissue preesure need to consult as early as possible | |
Could nose bleeding be due to tonsillitis or penicillin?
My 9yr old daughter has had tonsilits and been prescribed penicillin. She is 5 days into a course of 10 and has had 3 or 4 nose bleeds. Is it possible that the penicillin or the tonsilitis has caused these and therefore they will go away once the treatment has been completed? | Hi, the bleeding in nose could be due to tonsillitis or local infection in the nose. I suggest you to complete the course of antibiotics, if bleeding episodes persists or increases then an examination of nose by ENT Specialist should be done. Regards - Dr Deepak Patel, MD Pediatrics | |
How to help a child that is having hard motions with his butt hurting ?
hi my 5 year old son have a hard time going to the potty. He pop very small amount, seems like it is not all coming out. When we wipe him there is sticky feces left. We gave him alot of water and Prune juice. He still hasn t poop much. When he feel going he will tell us his butt hurt. We check him , no redness or rashes, we just have no idea. Please help.. | Hi,Seeing the history having passing small amount of stool which is sticky in nature indicates that he might be having gastro-intestinal infection mainly of prtozoal infection.Go for stool test for ova and cyst.After report he might require one course of metronidazole or combination of oflxacilin, metronidazole combination medicine course for 5 days.Give him light food and plenty of water.Ok and take care. | |
Is slight tingling in right calf a sign of blood clots?
I have some slight tingling in my calf primarily the right one. after leaving the military 4 years ago i have lived a very sedentary life style due to medical issues(non related) a friend suggested i should worry about blood clots in my legs due to the inactive lifestyle | inactive lifestyle alone isn't enough to give you clots in your calf unless you have.a medical condition that predisposes you to making clots. daily leaving activities are enough to make your blood circulate. I wouldn't worry about a clot unless you are over 40, overweight and sits in front of TV for more than 4 hours without even moving to go to the bathroom. | |
What causes leakage of sperm after urination?
I have a problem of leakage of sperm after doing the toilrt Number of times i will go to toilet then at each time i will come in my penis very small amount and this sperm is coming about an year OR one last question can i masburate Pls solve my problem | HelloSperm leakage may be due to reasons like over excited state,straining etc.You should try relaxation technique and avoid provocative literature and videos.You should try to be calm and go for yoga,mediation.You should try to engage yourself in your job.You may need routine blood investigations and if symptoms persists then psychological counselling may be needed.It is important to evaluate for constipation etc.You can masturbate but its obsession is bad.Get well soon.Take CareDr.Indu Bhushan | |
Will taking birth control pills after surgery for paraovarian cyst cause any problems in pregnancy?
Hi,I am 22yrs old.on sep3,2012 I had my laparoscopic surgery for paraovarian cyst(left) .after den my gynaec advised me to take birth control pills for about 6months.now I got married.. Is there any problem with my pregnancy because of dis..now I stopped taking d pills | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. After a surgical paraovarian cyst removal, you can take the birth control pills to regularize your periods. This will not affect your future fertility or the chances to conceive.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | |
What do small lumps inside the mouth indicate?
Hello Doctor, I am 34, Male. I have number of small lumps spread inside my mouth on lower side - labial mucosa. These are under the skin, pea-sized and can be felt with fingers and do not pain. Would biopsy be the first stop to diagnose these? and I assume this could be done using Local anaesthesia? | HiWith your query, yes biopsies wil be done under local anesthesia only.Wat you might be mucocele these are nothing but salivary retention cysts. Nothing to worry about consult your dentist fir exact diagnosis and treatment.hope thus is useful | |
Is Keflex safe to be taken for tingling sensation in the foot post reconstruction surgery?
10 wks ago I had a 4 1/2hr surgery for a foot reconstruction. At 4 wks a cast was put on my foot and it was SO TIGHT that my circulation was impaired…such as tingling in my leg and foot and my mind was beginning to get crazy. now 6wks on Keflex….what are the side effects? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Keflex is an antibiotic and usually, we give it before surgery to prevent the infection or after the surgery when the doctor suspects that there is an infection.I do not think that your doctor gave you Keflex for the tingling sensation that you had. Maybe your foot was swollen on the cast and some type of secondary infection may have developed due to stasis (low circulation) and the doctor has given you 6 weeks antibiotics.To help that you should keep the leg up above the level of the heart and move the toes all the time to increase circulation. Some side effects of Keflex may be diarrhea, nausea, fungal infection from dysbacteriosis. If you have fever you should do blood tests for infection and see the doctor.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Edvin Selmani | |
Is it to be concerned about abdominal pain and chills during night?
During the night I woke with cold chills and couldn't get myself warm. I felt like I was freezing and couldn't stop shivering. Along with the chills, I had bad pain in my lower left abdomen. When I finally got back to sleep and woke in the morning, I felt fine. Should I be concerned? | Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.Yes, this is alarming and it is imperative to find a reason.The probable causes can be UTI- urinary tract infection, very rare but colitis .I would advise :Blood- routine, culture. urea, creatinine, sugar. Urine- Routine, Microscopy, culture and sensitivityUltrasonography. Start an appropriate antibiotic and supportive medicines under a guidance of a Doctor. | |
What causes respiratory distress ?
I experience respiratory distress symptoms (SOB, decreased O2, voice changes) when I am exposed to perfumes and a few other strong oders and flying dust/dirt. What could this be a symptoms of? I am 37 years old, weigh 145, and have no hx of asthma or any other respiratory issues. | Hi thanks for contacting HCM...Noted when you exposed to particular substance like dust or perfume feeling some respi problems....You might have allergic inflammation to that allergen....Try to avoid contact with allergen like dust , perfume etc. ..Take antihistaminic drug to relieve inflammation...If needed prophylactically fexofenedine and montelukast can be taken....Get your CBC done ...to look for eosinophilia.You can investigate with pulmonary function test to rule out asthma....Take care.Dr.Parth | |
Reason for the pain and tightness in the chest?
I have been having pain and tightness in my chest for approx 20-30 mins feels like a huge cramp going from honey area between breast and straight through to back helps a tiny bit if hold my breath but not even have no indigestion to my knowledge burping just fine | Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. Your symptoms like central chest pain and burping are suggestive of GERD ( gastroesophageal reflux disease ) more. But better to first rule out cardiac cause for your chest pain. So get done ecg. If ecg is normal then no need to worry for cardiac cause. GERD appears more.It is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause the symptoms. Try to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief. 1. Avoid hot and spicy food. 2. Avoid stress and tension. 3. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. 4. Start Proton pump inhibitors. 5. Go for walk after meals. 6. Keep 2 - 3 pillows under head in bed to prevent reflux. Don't worry, you will be alright. | |
What are the symptoms of seizure?
Everytime my 2 month old son is starting to fall asleep his body stiffens, his toes point inward, and he stops breathing. This happens multiple times while trying to fall asleep. It does not happen any other time. Is this a possible seizure? should I take him to the ER? | Hello,Yes, it could be a seizure, but seizure can occur any time, it has no relevance with sleep.During seizures, the baby doesn't respond to the verbal or physical response, the body may be stiffened or complete lax or may have frothing from the mouth, may pass urine continuously.A seizure may involve the whole body, or one side of the body, it may involve only a part such as a mouth twitching, finger or arm movement.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Sachin Kumar Agarwal | |
What causes left side weakness, floaters and gray vision in eye?
hi, I had a right hemisphere stroke on May 17, I have left sided weakness still, floaters and a gray screen vision effect in my right eye. Ive undergone lots of blood work, 2 mri tests, and a LP, results so far show elevated ACE in the bloodwork, and elevated protein in the CSF. My next dr appt isnt for a couple weeks, and i am still waiting for more results. syphilis has been ruled out, but Im concerned about MS , Any other ideas, and should I be pushing for an earlier dr appt? the neuro is aware of the floaters | Hi, I am Dr.Bruno. I have read your question and understand your concerns. Let me try to help you Question : What causes left side weakness, floaters and gray vision in eye?Answer : These are due to reduced Blood Circulation in your Right Internal Carotid Artery Your Right Internal Carotid Artery supplies your Right Eye. SO you have the visual problems in Right Eye. It also supplies Right Frontal Lobe. So you have left sided weaknessQuestion : Any other ideas, and should I be pushing for an earlier dr appt? the neuro is aware of the floatersAnswer : Yes. Please ask for early appointment. Also consult an Ophthalmologist Hope you found the answer helpful.If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.Let me know if I can assist you further.Take care. | |
What causes pain and swelling in the ankle while running?
I was running. I have been training for my army fit test. My left ankle (outside) is slightly swollen and hurts. I have not ran for several days. It is still swollen and I am not able to run. Should I just stay off of it and put ice packages on it? Or go see my physician. | Hi, the swelling and pain in the ankle is mostly from a lateral ligament sprain as a result of your intensive training.This needs ice and a compression bandage. If not better in a week then have to check it out by an x ray. | |
What does a pap smear test for?
In my yearly checkup following were found My pap smear result says smear shows sheets of superficial and intermediate squamous cells. Inflammatory cells, degenerated cells and few clusters of endocervical cells are present. No dysplastic or malignant cell seen. its there any problem doctor.. | This is a normal pap smear report. No cancer (malignant) or dysplastic cells seen. So there is nothing to worry about. Enjoy your healthy life and keep following your doctor's advice for followup pap smear. | |
Severe OCD, depression, anxiety, get flu like symptoms with viibryd. Medicines without side effects?
i have severe ocd ( germs ) and severe depression and anxiety..i have been put on just about every psych med there is..my dr. had just put me on viibryd and it made me very ill, flu like symptoms, i take meds for my stomach issues nexuim and promethazine and was wondering if there are any meds out there that would not upset my stomach nor have alot of side effects? Thank-you | Hello...... Thanks for your query. Most of the psychotropic medication, particularly the anti-obsessional agents have abdominal side effects. Dividing the medication and using controlled release tablets is one option. The other option is psychotherapy (eg cognitive behavioural therapy/ exposure & response prevention) can be tried for OCD and they are devoid of side-effects since they are non-pharmacological methods. Wish you speedy recovery. Regards Dr Sundar Psychiatrist | |
How can severe cough be treated?
Hi my husband has been coughing for weeks now it is a dry cough. Can I give him the celastmine tablets that was a script from his doctor for his allergies towards bees. I am worried because it is really getting bad now. He is 59 and of very slim build. And also a heavy snoker. Please help with advice. | Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. * My recommendations at present for the severe cough issue - He has to stop smoking at present - Inhalation of vapors of boiled water added tincture benzoin helps tremendously. - Should prefer semi reclining position during rest. - Deep breathing exercises help great. - Can give Celastmine, but a help from prescription of doc in terms of antibiotic and bronchodilator as deriphyllin will help a lot. Do give me further chance to assist in future. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What causes sudden sting in penis when urinalysis is normal?
There are all of a sudden sting in my penis at midnight near about 1 hour. i have got tested my urine and result was that no rbc cells, no puss cells. but reaction is acidic and plenty of crystal cells but after two months i again got tested my urine, everything is nill. but when sometimes i urinate some stinginess occured. Is it means there is some prostrate problem or not? | hithe stinging pain while urination with normal urine complete examination would point towards urethritis which is the infection and inflammation of urethra,most of the times in urethritis there is normal urine examination.what i would recommend you is to use cranberry extract twice daily for 7 days along with ciproflaxacin 500mg once a day for 5 days, it will improve your symptoms. | |
Suggest remedy for pain and instability of knee
I landed on my left leg (Straightened) while playing football approximately 3 weeks ago. The right side of my left knee hurts, along with the back and calf muscle. Knee is yet to regain full range of motion, it hurts when doing a quadriceps muscle stretch/tightening (right side hurts) no history of injuries (on this leg). When I straighten my leg out right side feels very tight and sore. I can walk with no limp now (crutches for two days, limped for a week after), I followed the RICE principal. My knee did not swell and I still feel slight instability. There was a click as injury happened (not a pop) which makes me think it could be meniscus or possible PCL. I really want to get back to football, what do you suggest. | Hi Thanks for your query and Welcome to Healthcare Magic. I am Dr Akshay from Fortis Hospital, New Delhi.Well really if 3 weeks are already over and you still have any instability in your knee with off and on pain, it will be wise to get MRI scan done of the affected knee simply because you want to get into active sports and i want to be sure that there is no major injury there.Till that time you are advised to continue with your physical therapy exercises so that there is no muscle atrophy/wasting or any other stiffness.Do not hesitate to contact me if you need any further assistance. You can also discuss your case and treatment plans with me in a greater detail in a private consultation.Thanks & RegardsDr Akshay Kumar Saxena | |
Why does baby throws the head back?
My 5.5 month old son throws his head back. He does this fairly often. Sometimes he does it when you kiss the back of his neck and sometimes just because! He also tends to throw it more toward his right shoulder than straight back. What might be the reason and what should concern me? | Hi... by what you say I feel that your baby is doing this by reflex and also by habit. You need not worry unless he is having any weakness in either of his upper limbs.Rarely babies who have gastroesophageal reflux also tend to do this, but you need not worry about this also if the baby's weight gain is appropriate.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Q. Will blood donation affect blood test results?
Hi doctor, I have a few queries about blood donation. I am traveling abroad for joining a new company there and I will have medical tests, which includes blood tests for all lipid profile, cholesterol, liver tests, hemoglobin, WBC, RBC, platelets, etc., and for HIV, hepatitis, etc. I am a regular blood donor and planning to donate blood 10 days before my travel. Does this blood donation affect my medical tests? I am having medicine Cernos for testosterone. Does this medicine affect blood for blood donation? Please clarify my doubt. | Hello. Revert back with the reports to a general medicine physician online --> | |
Q. Is Mometasone dangerous to use on Face to clear my acne pimples?
Hello doctor, I am seriously facing acne pimples problem. Sometimes they occur on my face when I masturbate. If I use Mometasone, it gives a good result. Is it okay to continue this? | Hello. Acne is a universal issue in the age group of 15 to 25 years due to hormonal changes in adolescents. However, there are multiple effective treatment options depending on the grade and severity of the problem. Mometasone is a topical steroid and is to be avoided strictly on the face and for acne as it can harm your skin in the long run. Acne is dependent on hormones hence excess masturbation may sometimes lead to an increase in the problem. I would advise you to stop Mometasone immediately and kindly upload appropriate images to help us assess your current grade of acne and treat you better. Regards. For more information consult a dermatologist online --> | |
Suffering from bad breath. Is there any way to get rid of it ?
I am suffering from bad breath , this makes me don t dare to talk and get closer to people. i can t find a way to get rid of it. please help me. | Hi, Simple and effective ways to freshen your breath. Brush and floss more frequently. Scrape your tongue. Avoid foods that sour your breath. Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration and dry mouth, and Avoid caffeinated drinks and try to quit smoking. Green tea prevents the development of oral bacteria while yogurt helps with digestive problems that can cause halitosis. Crunchy fruits and vegetables such as carrots and apples reduce bad breath by removing plaque build up from your teeth. Fruits high in vitamin C also boost immunity and lower the risk of gum disease. Vitamin C also restricts the growth of bacteria in the mouth, but make sure your vitamin C is consumed through natural foods and not by supplements Regards. | |
Q. Is it true that Ashwagandha has bad interaction with anesthesia?
Hi doctor, I am due to have a surgery cone biopsy for CIN 3. I am stopping all my supplements a week before, as requested by the hospital. However, I ordered an herbal medicine last week, Ashwagandha, to try for insomnia and nerves. It was dumb to try without consulting a doctor. I think I have only taken it three to four times in total, about half teaspoons of the stuff for each dose over the last week. I had almost a half teaspoon with water. I just looked online that they advised to stop taking Ashwagandha at least two weeks before surgery as it may have a bad interaction with anesthesia and also may cause bleeding. I have never had general anesthesia before and I am somewhat terrified of not waking up from it already. Another doctor advised to stop taking the stuff one week prior, which puts me in the clear. I wanted to have your opinion on it. The last dose was 48 hours ago. Do you know about this herb and its dangers with surgery? Do I need to reschedule my surgery? | Hi. Regarding your query, it seems you have already searched a lot on the social networks. For further doubts consult an anesthesiologist online --> | |
What causes stoppage in periods?
hi i am suffering frm pco problem and my periods get stopped and my age is 24 yrs and married 5 months ago and trying to conceive and my gyno prescribed me the following tablets that is 1. benforce m 2. modus - 10mg 3. mcbm 69 4. mecobalamin with pyridoxin and folic acid is these tablets by consuming make me pregnant and is sex done on the ovulation only be successful? i need ur reply, i will be greatful to u if u find me some suggesstion and how culd i regularize my periods ? | Hello dear,,I understand your concern.In my opinion you are in correct line of treatment.PCOD is one of the treatable causes of infertility.Weight reduction in case of overweight or obesity is first and most important thing in PCOD.Even a 10% of weight loss might help in regularisation of cycles.The treatment can be for PCOD or infertility.For PCOD medical or laparoscopic ovarian drilling.For infertility treatment ovulation induction drugs are given.Nothing to worry.Adapt healthy lifestyle like exercise daily.Best regards...Dr Srilatha |
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