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Suggest treatment for lump under arm pit
My son is 19 and under alot of stress, he woke up this morning to find a lump under his armpit, his doctors office is closed today and I will be following this up tomorrow with his doctor, there has been alot of tragedy in our family lately, and I am very concerned on what this might be, he has used the same anti-persperant for years. | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some enlarged axillary lymphnode or soft tissue tumor like lipoma. Enlarged lymphnode may be due to reactive lymphoid hyperplasia or due to tuberculosis. So you should go for fine needle aspiration cytology. Then you should take treatment according to your diagnosis. 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. | |
Can high blood pressure cause flushed face?
I have yet to be diagnosed after several tests over the last 3 months. I have high blood pressure every day and my face gets red and splotchy and blood pressure medicine does not work. my neck stays red as well. I have pain on my lower right side and sometimes stomach pain. I have a dull headache every day and feel fatigued quite often. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to a metabolic disorder (thyroid gland dysfunction, pheochromocytoma, adrenal gland hyperplasy, etc. ). Coming to this point, I would recommend performing further tests to investigate for the possible causes: - thyroid gland dysfunction - cortisol and aldosterone plasma levels - urine metanepherines. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What causes sickness and palpitations while having labyrinthitis?
I have been diagnosed with labrynthitis. This morning I am having a mild attack of feeling sick and palpitations. I am also getting a lot of skipped beats and it worries me a little. do I think this is most likely anxiety related since anxiety is a symptom? Thanks. | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, anxiety can be the cause for all these but better to rule out arrhythmia (rhythm disturbances in heart) first. Arrhythmia can cause irregular heart beats, skipped beats, palpitations etc. If not treated promptly, arrhythmia can be life threatening and fatal. So get done ecg, 2d echo and Holter monitoring (24 hours continuous recording of ecg). If all these are normal then no need to worry for arrhythmia. Anxiety can be the cause. So consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on it's solution. You may need anxiolytic drugs too. Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
How safe is atrax drops for cough in infants?
hi m from mohali. my 2 week old baby boy is colic n had cough. a doctor prescribed atrax drops along with colic aid. after giving him 4 drops of atrax as suggested by the doctor he is sleeping constantly n not taking feeds properly. is it safe to give him atrax 4 drops three times a day? | Atarax (hydroxyzine) is a good antiallergic and helps in relieving cough in children. It is safe but the main problem it can cause is excessive sleepiness. Although it is safe to give atarax thrice daily, in such a case, you might hold the dose and get the child examined by a pediatrician so that he would be able to assess if the child is otherwise fine. Colicaid is safe too and can be used. | |
Why am I having swollen and painful ankle?
I woke up yesterday and my right ankle hurt so bad I couldn't walk I didn sprain it or do anything stressful to it but now day 2 and it hurts so bad and is really swollen I got an X-ray and they said it wasn't broke and probably not sprained just gave me an air cast | Hello,Thank you for using healthcaremagic.I read your question and understood your concern.It might be an inflamation , or arthritis or deeps vein thrombosis or stress fracture. You need to do blood test, Doppler ultrasound and MRI scan to find the proper diagnsosis.I wish you quick recoveryDr.Selmani | |
Suggest remedy for getting pregnant
Last to last month, I got to know that I have pcod. We are trying for baby form 6 month but every month we disappoint. My doctor suggest me to take clomid, bigomet, folic acid, progynova and dubagest. From last 2 month I am taking this medicine. So my question is that how much time will take to concive.. | Hello, it takes 3-6 months for successful pregnancy to occur. You can add healthy diet and regular exercise to reduce wt for better results. | |
Why is breast feeding not recommended when the baby has loose stools?
sir....my 6 months old son has loose stools since 2 weeks. i breastfeed him n my Dr.has asked 2 stop breast feeding....anything wrong in breastfeeding him when he has loose stools.he was prescribed prugo and c tax -o along with siloderm to apply on the affected area.but as this didnt help i got a second opinion and have strted with nor-metrogyl and metrogyl gel for application...will this help.he also has temperature.can i give him calpol paediatric syrup...what dosage has to be given?he is 7.2gms weight | 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 (LIKE C-TAXO/ NORMETROGYL) 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 there is vomiting you can use Syrup Ondansetron (as prescribed by your paediatrician).Regarding diet - You can use cerelac...any flavour will do. Avoid fruit juices as they might aggravate diarrhea. You can give zinc supplements & ORS apart from normal vegetarian porridges & soups.PLEASE DO NOT STOP BREAST FEEDING - BREAST FEEDING WILL DO GOOD EVEN IN DIARRHEA - NO HARM AT ALL.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)., | |
Sigmoid colon with transmural invasion, lymph nodes positive for tumor metastasis. Survival rate?
Hi Doc, i just want to know the result of what stage she has, below are some info : she has a tumor which is malignant, September 28, 2012 (last month) undergone operation and tumor removed. 1. the sigmoid colon with transmural invasion and with 8 out of 10 pericolic lymph nodes positive for tumor metastases Duke C. 2. Proximal, Distal and mesenteric lines of resection are negative for malignancy . Please answer on what stage and survival rate of my mother. | Hi Thanks for writing in. Your mom has stage III disease with many lymph nodes positive. Though you have not mentioned the grade of tumor, age of your mother and any CT scan findings, we can still somewhat predict the outcome. 5 yr survival without chemotherapy-40% 5 yr survival with chemotherapy- 60% | |
How can chronic pain be treated?
My father is 86yrs old at a rehabilitation home (physical therapy) forced to be graded as chronic when he is actually acute with serious complications. He is not receiving diagnostic testing & is in severe pain . Woprse then usual. He was put on dilaudid q24, tramadol 1q6prn. NOT WORKING!!I( m at my wit s end , I can t seem t get any help. | Hello, As a first line management you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Having headaches. Had CT scan done. Suspected arachnoid cyst. Taking truvada prezista norvir risperidone. Will it grow malignant? Suggest
Im a 28 yr old Caucasian male hiv+ as of March 2010 and undetectable for years with a cd4 in the high 500s. currently taking truvada prezista norvir risperidone 1 mg and seroquelxr 300 mg. On the 6th of April a CT scan of my face/head revealed an incidental finding of a 1.5 cm lesion in the cerebullar part of my brain. suspected it to be an arachnoid cyst. that wasnt the first CT scan I've ever had (sinus troubles as a kid) yet this was the first anyone ever told me about a cyst being in my brain! Was sent for an MRI. And well now The differential diagnosis is post inflammatory cyst or a low grade cystic glioma its in the left posterior medial cerebellum and definitely might explain all my recent headaches. Currently, thats all the information I have about it. I Dont know how fast its growing, dont know why it's there, dont know if its going to turn out to be malignant, don't even know what they're going to do or if they can do anything. This coming friday I've got an appointment with the neurologist who I was told will be then sending me off over to a neuro surgeon which is where I'm assuming all those awnsers await me. Please I've attached my MRI report the image cd and some screen shots of it which can be found here. please tell me what's going on in my head. I can't wait till Friday. Thank you so much | Hi, Thank you for posting your query. Based on the information you have provided, the most likely cause for the lesion in the cerebellum would be a post-inflammatory or post-infective lesion. An arachnoid cyst is normally present from birth, so, if it was not seen in your earlier scans, it is unlikely to be an arachnoid cyst. Similarly for glioma or a cancer to be cystic is quite rare. I would think you should wait and watch and repeat an MRI after 6-8 weeks to see the resolution or progression of the lesion, to decide about any surgery. Please get back if you require any additional information. Best wishes, Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology) Senior Consultant Neurologist Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, My personal URL on this website: My email: drsudhirkumar@yahoo.com | |
How to treat fluctuations in the stress test level in a heart patient?
yes I take a stress test yearly for past 13 yrs. for my c.d.l. license put this year the treadmill test was ok but the E.K.G . part of the test was off I have 2 stents I have to go to docs. for stress ego test I need my license to survive. should I be worried | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. After going through your medical query I understand your concern & I would like to tell you that if you have already put up stents in coronary arteries then most likely you are on safer side but be regular with the medication to prevent instant thrombosis and be careful with your diet. Yearly check up is must so that disease can be managed medically or if required any further treatment can be given on time. So kindly continue with follow ups and your medication. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Severe abdominal pain, sore, tired. Have fibroid cysts. Meet doctor?
Last night at 3 a.m. I had abdominal pain, very serious, felt like labor contractions that would not end. I recently was told that I had fibroid cists and was thinking that one of them could have burst. I am very sore today and have very little energy. Is that what could have happened. And if so is there any reason I should go in to see my OB? | hello dearthanks for your query at hcm.Very severe pain in abdomen with history of fibroids can be due to various reasons .If there is unbearable pain with other associated symptoms it would be better you visit gynaecologist get physically examined and investigation like ultrasound abdomen will help you in diagnosing problem.regards. | |
What causes a sore with oozing blood on legs after taking antibiotics?
Dr. at nursing home gave my husband an antibiotic for a urinary tract infection that caused his leg to get beet red and ooze blood in an area about 4 inches square where his pants leg was burned to his leg. It took a year in the plastic surgery dept. to grow skin from the edges until the area was covered, but the skin is very vulnerable. When the antibiotic dose finished the leg returned to normal. Now it s doing it again and the Dr. says it s not the antibiotic. The antibiotic starts with a c and seems familiar to people at dialysis. Have you ever seen such an allergy for an antibiotic? | Hi & Welcome.I appreciate your concern for your beloved husband and sorry to know his skin problem which seems to be drug induced.Based on the history given he seems to have developed a harmful skin condition called toxic epidermal necrolysis.It is a potentially life-threatening skin disorder characterized by widespread redness of the skin, necrosis, and bullous detachment of the epidermis and mucous membranes, resulting in exfoliation and possible sepsis and/or death (see the image below). Sulfonamide containing antibiotic Cotrimoxizole which is commonly prescribed to treat urinary tract infection appears to be the cause for his skin problem which occurs during the first 4 weeks of antibiotic therapy, usually between 1 and 3 weeks. I have seen a few cases of antibiotic induced skin problems in my practice.Please see that he avoids taking Sulfonamide containing antibiotics in future.Hope this answers your query. | |
Suggest treatments for TMT abnormal response
TMT abnormal response (Multiple VPC) abnormal resting ECG. Age 43... female..slight obestity.. Need to know what to do. Going for CT Coronary angio.. Is my heart damage.. Never had any problems until now and go to the doctor regular for check up and blood work. Complaint swelling in feet... chest tightness. Medications: Lasix, Concor 5mg, Hyzaar 50/125 and Crestor.. | get the holter monitoring and thallium scan for myocardial perfusion.you will get the definite cause of your problem and go ahead to treate the problem. | |
Suggest medication for diarrhea due to stomach infection
My 2.5 years old child has been suffering from stomach infections and loose stools for quite some time. last 20 -25 days , her stomach has been upset most of the time. just last week we completed one antibiotic course, again today she got loose stools .what do we do? what could be the reason. | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.He is suffering from recurrent diarrhea. Give him a full course of Zinc for 14 days apart from treatment prescribed , if diarrhea persists he need to be investigated to know cause of diarrhea.Most common cause is viral but other cause like bacterial diarrhea, and other parasitic infection needs to be rule out.Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us.Wishing your baby good health.• DISCLAIMER: - All the information provided here is for information purpose only , it is not a substitute for the advice of a physician after physical examination , it is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor. This information in no way establishes a doctor-patient relationship. Before acting anything based on this information do consult your doctor. I recommend that online users seek the advice of a physician who can perform an in-person physical examination | |
Taking brown pills of birth control. Had unprotected sex. Concerned
Hello my name is john I am 22 years. Recently I had unprotected sexual intercourse with my girlfriend who is on birth control (Junel Fe Birth Control) and has been taking it for over a year I believe. During intercourse I believe I could have possibly ejaculated inside her vagina…This week she is on her set of “brown pills” which indicates her period week. I am concerned and would like any opinion on if we should get the day after pill (For example, Plan B) or if we should be fine considering she is on birth control already? | Hi,Thank you for posting your question here, I will try to answer it to the best of my abilities. Supposedly you cant get pregnant during the week when you are taking the brown pill if you've been taking the pills regularly so far. So there is no need to worry.As for whether or not to take an emergency pill, well you could just take it for the benefit of the doubt, to clear all suspicions away so that you can sleep relaxed.I hope this answered your question. | |
When I move my body from side to side I get sound like bones grinding together in my lower lungs
when i move my body from side to side i get sound like bones grinding together in my lower lungs its quite loud scary loud and a tight chest what could this be when i move my body from side to side i get sound like bones grinding together in my lower lungs its quite loud scary loud and a tight chest what could this be | Thanks for the query Looks like u have decreased synovial fluid in your joints. It is normal in older people but u havent told me your age Please meet an orthopedician if it starts paining or reduces the range of movements Have a healthy life | |
Suggest alternative medicine for bengay
Hi Sir, My mother ,age 46 is using BENGAY pain relief ointment(Combination of Methyl Salicyclate,Menthol and Camphor).Now the Ointment is not available in my town. Can you please tell any other ointment name that are available in india with the Same combination for Pain Relief.......... | **1. since you have not mentioned about the pathology for which she was taking the said medicine, and because the ointment by said name is unavailable you may ask for 'myolaxin' gel -15 gm [Geno pharma], Ace- proxyvon gel [wockhardt], axane [yacca pharma], PS. pain relieving gel/ointment may interact with prescription blood thinners, so talk with your doctor if there is need of taking them. | |
Had unprotected sex after finishing the packet of Gianvi birth control. Should I make an appointment to recieve a morning after pill?
Hello. I take Gianvi birth control, and finished up a packet two days ago. I was being absent-minded and continued to have unprotected sex with my boyfriend friday and saturday, the first two days of my placebo week. In your opinion, should I make an appointment to recieve a morning after pill? | Dear member, Thanks for writing to healthcare magic. You need not take any medicine ad you are protected even when you are on placebo. The pill free days or placebo pills are intended to induce a period. Coitus is safe provided you have not missed any active pill.thanks.Dr Bhagyashree. | |
What do bright red rashes around the groin mean?
I have a very bright red rash around my crotch area. It's not on my penis or testicles, just in the area surrounding them (upper, inner thigh mostly). When this problem started, I also had very itchy bumps on both of my hands and had a fever...both of which have since gone away. | Hello,It may be due to fungal infection. For that you may apply ointment containing clotrimazole. For itching you can take tablet loratidine. Maintain proper hygiene.Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shyam B. Kale, General & Family Physician | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
What should be the normal values for semen analysis?
Hi Doctor, I am male age 36 years , my semen analysis report as follows: volume;1.0ml active motile :05% sluggisg motile :45% Immobile: 50% total sperm count 60 millions/ml Normal forms :30% and pus cells 2-4/HPF .kindly read my report its normal or some problem? | Hi,I read your query and I understand your concerns.Following is my reply:1) Your report is normal.2) There is nothing to worry.Let me know if you have anymore questions.Regards,Dr. Mahesh Koregol | |
Can a dogs bite develop into a rash?
I was bit by a dog about 30 hours ago. The bite broke the skin on my shins where it occurred. I noticed just recently that an itchy rash has developed on my left arm and right shoulder blade. I've never had a rash like this before. Could that be related to the dog bite? | Hello. Thank you for writing to usI suggest a possibility of either a drug rash Or a rash due to anti-rabies vaccination.It is unlikely that a dog bite would result in a rash at a distant location.Most likely it is either a drug rash to an Oral antibiotic Or pain killer that you may have been prescribed.Another alternative is that it could be a rash to anti rabies vaccination.I suggest you to visit a dermatologist for a confirmatory diagnosis.An OTC oral antihistamine e.g cetrizine 10 mg once daily will provide you symptomatic relief from itching.Topically you may use a soothing lotion e.g calamine lotion, twice or thrice daily.Regards | |
Suggest treatment for severe shoulder pain and bulging disc
IN SEPTEMBER 2014, I WAS HAVING SEVERE PAIN IN MY RIGHT SHOULER THAT WOULD RADIATE INTO MY BACK AND DOWN MY ARM INTO MY HAND. AN MRI WAS PERFORMED AND SHOWED IMPINGEMENT OF THE C7 ROOT BY A BULGING DISC AT C7 AND ALSO SOME BULGING AT C6. I WAS PLACED ON ORAL PREDNISONE AND GIVEN A STEROID INJECTION. APPOINTMENT WAS MADE TO SEE NEUROSURGEON. BY THE TIME OF MY APPOINTMENT PAIN WAS GONE AND FELT MUCH BETTER. DISCUSSED OVER PHONE AND WAS TOLD TO TREAT CONSERVATIVELY AND LET HIM KNOW IF FLAIRED UP AGAIN. I NEVER SAW THE SURGEON ONLY SPOKE WITH OFFICE STAFF. MY PROBLEM NOW IS A STABBING IN MY BACK AT MY RIGHT SHOULDER BLADE. ONCE IT STARTS IT IS CONSTANT. TYPING SEEMS TO AGGRAVATE IT MORE THEN ANYTHING. NO SHOULDER PAIN OR ARM PAIN. IS THIS MY NECK CAUSING THIS PAIN. | Hello, I have studied your case. In cervical spine disc bulge you can get relief with local steroid injection shot.Continue your Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication like pregabalin and methylcobalamine can be started consulting your doctor.Till time, avoid lifting weights.I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.Epidural injection shot may help if no relief. You can consult orthopaedic doctor for this.Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.Take care. | |
Suggest tratment for bronchitis
was diagnosed with pneumonia about 2 months ago with and only symptons at time was sharp pain in my rib cage. Three weeks ago went back to doctor and diagnosed with acut bronchitis. was given anitbiotc for 7 days and inhaler. Inhaler seemed to make me cough more. have been taking muxinex for last 2 weeks. Quit coughing up phlem but now have nagging cough that is worse some days and better others. its this normal. | Thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. Post infectious bronchitis is very common. And you are having bronchitis due to pneumonia. In the initial stage of bronchitis, sputum production is more. So mucinex is useful. Mucinex carries N acetyl cysteine (NAC). It is expectorant, mucolytic and antioxidants. After resolution of bronchitis, mucinex causes dry cough due to its expectorant effect. So your dry coughing is mostly due to mucinex expectorant effect. So you can stop this drug if you are not having sputum. So discuss about stopping this drug, mucinex. | |
Pregnant, diagnosed with kidney stone. Took hydromorphone, pain in lower back, radiating to leg. Underlying cause?
Hello, i am 29 weeks pregnant and have been diagnosed with a kidney stone in my left kidney that is too big to pass. I am prescribed 2mg of hydromorphone every 6 hours. I am now experiencing a really bad pain in my lower left back that is radiating into my left leg. The pain medication is not helping. What could this be? | Hi,The pain may be due to kidney stone and since 2mg of hydromorphone every 6 hours is not helping in relieving the pain you need to discuss with your obstetrician in the further line of management. If the calculus does not pass, it may initiate premature labor, produce intractable pain, cause urosepsis in the setting of urinary tract infection, or interfere with the progression of normal labor. Since the size is too big to pass the best management will be surgical. There are many options in the surgical management (stent placement, ureteroscopy with stone manipulation, percutaneous nephrostomy) and hence discuss with your doctor about the same. They will be the right person to decide further management.Regards | |
Can two tablets of Hydrocodone be taken to manage severe pain in the hips?
I have had CLL for 8 years. I started having pain in my right hip going to the back of my knee about a month ago and has progressively gotten worse. Now it’s so bad that I can’t get comfortable at all. I have some hydrocodon 325. Is it ok to take 2 tabs? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You already taking higher dose only. taking more than 80 mg per day cause side effects in few patients. It may cause allergic reaction or depression or QT prolongation or interactions with many drugs etc. Please consult your treating doctor he will examine and treat you with alternate medicine to ease symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Can licking of vaccinated dog cause rabies?
Hello, I habe a pet dog which is vacinnated every year for Rabies. Recently when we brought our baby from Hospital, it licked my Baby's toes. There are no visible sign of a cut or a wound. Is there a chance my baby will be infected by Rabies? Krish - Kolkata | Hello,Welcome to HCM,Licking on the intact skin will not transmit the rabies virus, if there is any breach in the skin the virus can gain entry into the body and catch hold the nerve and ascends towards the brain.As there is no breach in the skin and the skin is intact chance of transmitting the virus will not be there.As you are owning a pet it is safe to take and give your child Pre-Exposure prophylaxis with antirabies vaccine. The schedule for the Pre-Exposure prophylaxis is 0,7 and 21. The injection should be taken to deltoid.Thank you. | |
Q. My FBS is 140 mg/dL, whereas my PPBS level drops to 72 mg/dL after taking medication. Why?
Hello doctor, I am diabetic and hypertensive. I also have arthritis. I am taking Gemer-1, Folvite, Febituz, Methotrex weekly once, Ecosporin and Repace 25. My fasting blood sugar level is 140 mg/dL and on taking Gemer-1 my postprandial blood sugar is 72 mg/dL. Why this happens? | Hello. Yes, it happens. In a diabetic, fasting blood sugar usually results from a combination of factors, the two most important being, 1) What you ate the day (or night) before and how high your blood sugar spiked. If you have very high blood sugar the night before, you should expect your fasting blood sugar to be elevated. Sometimes an eight-hour fast is just not long enough to bring down the blood sugar. 2) Dawn Phenomenon is common in diabetics, and it is when hormones that you produce in the morning cause your liver to release more glucose for energy. Either way, higher fasting levels result. Often Dawn phenomenon and high blood sugar from the day or night before work with each other. When you eat, the liver stops pumping out so much glucose, and postprandial blood sugar can drop, which is what happened to you. My suggestion is to do a pre-dinner sugar and see what is your blood glucose level before dinner. If it is high (>130), we have to alter the drugs and dosage. I hope this helps. | |
Suggest treatment for spinal cord injury?
hi, I am a male 55 yrs. partially paralyzed incomplete quad wheelchair bound 37 years spinal cord injury. I have had a foley catheteter 3 months I HAVE no fever or feelings of sickness but im getting a fair amount of blood coming out of my penus when I move around. Should I call 911 or wait call doctor tomorrow | Hello!I understand your concern.In my opinion the troubles you have may be caused by physical damage to your urinary ways. It is the trauma caused to these ways by the cathether during movement or traction.I think you should go to the doctor as soon as possible to have a physical examination, a routine blood test , an urine analysis and an abdominal echography.This situation may cause anemia or urinary infection . You may need change of the kathether or further examination by an urologist to find out the problem.In the mean time I would recommend you to avoid every movement of the kathether because it can cause further damage.Hope to have been helpful!Thank you for using HCM!Dr Abaz Quka | |
Suggest treatment for fever and chills with positive widal test
My widal blood test S Typhi "o" is positive 1:80 dilution , S Typhi "H" is Positive 1:80 dilution, S typhi "AH" -negative; S typhi "BH" - negative - is it typhoid. I feel very feverish usually in the night and have been on medication for viral fever for the last 10 days | Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. The WIDAL test report you have posted doesn't seem to state that it is positive for typhoid fever with 1:80 dilution. You need to repeat it after 3 days to know weather the titres are rising or not. Otherwise, it would be better to do a blood culture to prove that it is typhoid. It would be better for you to get admitted and treated for typhoid with appropriate antibiotic course. Also you need to be on bland diet for a minimum of 3 weeks to give rest for intestines to heal from the infection. Kindly consult Physician regarding the same for proper treatment. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best. | |
Does return of cancer in pelvic and lymph nodes after bowel not curable?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...My husband had bowel cancer surgery in 2009 and has just had a CT Scan and has been told the cancer has returned to the pelvic area and lymph nodes and cannot have further surgery. Does this mean he is terminally ill? | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Bowel cancer is difficult to treat in some patients and your husband might have had a recurrence lymph node involvement. In this situation there is disease spread to the regional lymphnodes and this make it difficult to operate. However, treatment should be started after considring all the features of the recurrence.Many patients can have good response to chemotherapy and radiation therapy and show significant reduction in size of lymphnodes. This can then be assessed again and a the staging can be done and if possible then operated at a later date.Bowel cancer is also seen to spread to liver in nearly half the patients and therefore it will help to check on the liver from time to time by ultrasound scan or CT scan. Lungs should also be screened regularly. Hope he recovers with treatment. Please do not worry. | |
What causes pain in right chest along with chills and fever?
Hi i have weezing which i feel on right side of my chest, i have lost my voice for 4 days now. It started with chills and a fever. I dont have a soar throat but when i feel my neck belfow my chin it feels sensitive to touch. I burst into coughing spells and have coughed so hard my right leg is hurting between the hip and leg. Went to urgent care on sunday , 2 days ago and only thing he gave me was robutussin with codine wich is not helping me sleep at night at all. Tried using an inhaler that i was given last time i was sick and it doesnt seem to help much. Also have geen and yellow flem especially in themorning. When i cough uncontrollably the flem is usually clear. Is this something that may require an antibiotic. Id hate to go back to the dr and pay again only to have them tell me to go home and get rest. Thats all ive been doing the last couple of days. Please advise. | hello Mr, if ur phlegm or sputum is green or yellow u should take antibiotics ,that means you r having an infectious lower respiratory tract disease.if u smoke kindly quit that habbit. ideal antibiotics can be levofloxacin 750 once daily for 7 days | |
Trying to concieve, was asked to have intercourse after egg develops, but had period. Why haven't I concieved?
My age is 30 years,trying to conceive now.I am under follicular study.Doctor told I am developing an egg on right side and on 12th day(14th july 2012) doctor has given me ovidac injection and asked to have intercourse for two days(15th july,16th july)from the day of injection.but i got my periods today(28th july).what could be the wrong?Why am i not conceived?:-( | Hi, Thanks for choosing HCM your age is 30 years,yes you really need to concieve 13th day you would ovulate so ovidac was given Do you have pcos? because though an egg starts to develop due to assisted medicines ,it slowly regresses and you may not be able to ovulate thus failing to get pregnant and what about the semen analysis of your husband? sperm count should be more than 20 million/ml and motility should be more than 50% if any or both of you are obese there are chances of failure so try to reduce weight get a check of your hormones including thyroid ? you may also need to get checked if any of your fallopian tubes have blocked for this usg is done talk to your doctor and get it done so that you can go for iui,ivf etc dear , stress causes failure to concieve too so dont worry wish you good luck hope i answered your query feel free to contact me for further queries thank you | |
Is Kidney transplantation advisable for a patient undergoing dialysis?
My sister has been in dialysis, hospital said she was better,....kidneys werer fine...now she's been told she has kidney disease....which probably was born with.... she's 47 and has IC, ....which took years for someone to belive the pain she was in.....she's been through soo..much .....now this.....does getting a donor for her kidney cost a fortune, even though she has insuriance...and a family member may be her donor....so scared, my whole family has been through so much! | Hi, welcome to our site. I am Dr Saumya Mittal.Read your query. That is a very significant question and i appreciate your problem. I will try my best to answer your queryThe fact remains that for a patient of chronic kidney disease, the best possible option is renal/kidney transplant. The options are available like dialysis (on machine) as well as peritoneal dialysis. But they are not as effective. Lets be clear, they are good options, but the best option is kidney transplant.The cost will depend as per the centre of your transplant, so I cannot comment on that fully.And if someone in the family is willing to donate a kidney, it is the best option, cause then you just have to go through a battery of tests to decide who is the best donor. usually the first degree relatives like parents, siblings and children are the best sources.If you like, and if you are interested, I can guide you further. But i will need more details like your location, and her family tree and the comorbidities in the family etcI hope this helps you. Inform the reports mentioned above so i can be of help further. Best of luck.I have given you the answer to the maximum considering the information provided. The results of the tests could further enhance my answer to you.Please do understand that some details could be extracted from a detailed history and examination.Looking forward to your return query with the details asked so that I can help you further.(If the answer has helped you, please indicate this) | |
After 8 days ovulation my temperature is same, is it infertility sign ?
After 8 days ovulation my temperature is same from last 4 day it is 98.1...what does it means??is it infertility sign | Hi.. Ovulation most commonly occurs on the midcycle and the basal temperature rises on that particular day of the ovulation.. Following the ovulation the temperature gets back to a normal.. Infertility occurs due to multiple reasons.. Normal ovulation, normal uterus functioning, and other male factor contribute to infertility.. So right now, if your periods are normal and if the ovulation is happening normally, then you may not be infertile... | |
What causes stomach pain with nausea?
My stomach has hurt off and on through out the day but never really serve pain It started last night and I didn t feel nauseous I felt almost hungry and it hurt to the touch now I have ate several times but it seems to fell the same it kind of feels as if I am hungry, but it growls a lot and the area of pain is not targetable | most probably gastritis,take rabeprazole along with sucral fate syrup continue atleast 1 week 'Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help". For Follow up queries, end with "If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish you good health | |
What causes small painless lump on right side of neck?
I have had bronchitis about 2 months ago. It took a while to clear up with 3 lots of antibiotics . It s all cleared up now but have got a small painless lump on right side of neck which I got when I had bronchitis. My doctors said it was a swallowed lymph gland but didn t even feel it. It s still there now and I m feeling well. Should I be worried. | Hi,nothing to worry, there might be having enlarged neck glands giving this problem.This can be due to some infection in your throat which is common while you had bronchitis.Gradually this will be subsided.Ok and take care. | |
What could the red, sore lump under butt cheeks be?
My problem is located on the bottom of my left buttocks cheek close to where it folds to my back leg/thigh. I have a red area with a tiny dot/dark spot in the center. Red area is about the size of a 50 cent piece. it is somewhat hard under it and the hardness extends outward about 1 inch around the area of the red spot. Extreme soreness. No puss. | Hi,It seems that you might be having induration or forming abscess over the area.Go for one antibiotic medicine course for 5 days.gradually it will be absorbed.Ok and take care. | |
How to get rid of lesions?
My brother-in law's mother discontinued her dialysis because she was in excruciating pain. She now lays in a hospice bed, with morphine drip. I don't understand what toxins formed. His explation was crude and there was some Ca+ and or Urea which adhered to fatty tissues and caused lesions. | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.Extra amount of the calcium and urea in the body can cause such type of lesion which can be removed with dialysis.As dialysis is painful we should take the measures that can be non painful, but dialysis is necessary.Dialysis can only removes this dirt from your body.I suggest you to take the regular dressing from the dirt part. This also help remove this from the body.I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.Thank you,Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist,HCM. | |
Red dots all over the thigh, spreading to the legs, feet and arms, itching. What could this be?
I woke up yesterday morning with red dots all over my thighs, they were flat, didnt itch , and everyone of them had a white ring around them. Throughout the day i noticed they were slowing spreading down my legs, some of them looked to have become swollen, some began to become raised and others stayed the same. Last night a couple of them began to itch but not all of them. I woke up this morning with more red spots, more that had become larger and swollen as well as more that started to itch. They have now made it down to my feet . It seems as if they are spreading possibly to my arms. I have about a handful on my arms. Other than the white ring around them they look very similar to a mosquito bite just without the annoying itch all day long. Do you have any idea what these may be?? I showed the doctors i work for today and they had no idea. | Hi, Welcome to HCM. It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. Based on the symptoms it appears to be contact dermatitis. Treatment includes washing with lots of water to remove any traces of the irritant that may remain on the skin. You should avoid further exposure to known irritants or allergens. In some cases, the best treatment is to do nothing to the area. Emollients or moisturizers help keep the skin moist, and also help skin repair itself. They protect the skin from becoming inflamed again. They are a key part of preventing and treating contact dermatitis. Corticosteroid skin creams or ointments may reduce inflammation. Carefully follow the instructions when using these creams. Overuse, even of low-strength over-the-counter products, may cause a skin condition. I advice you to follow the conservative approach as mentioned and if symptom persists i advice you to see dermatologist for exact diagnosis. Hope I have provided the information you needed. Wish you good health. Take care. | |
Q. I applied acid on wart and it is not healing. Please advise.
Hi doctor, I had a wart on my foot. I used highly acidic vinegar on it. It burnt and became worse. I used ancient oil on it and it swelled and now it looks like a big black-brown in color. It is not recovering. What should I do? | Hello. You have burnt the superficial skin over the foot by applying the acid. The wart can be simply treated by co2 laser or cryotherapy like good treatment option. Now over burnt skin, you can apply moisturizer. No other specific treatment needs to be done. I suggest you consult a dermatologist for detailed evaluation. | |
Does taking nurokind injection for nerve pain caused in spinal cord have side effects?
I am struggling with nerves pain in my left leg from spinal guard to foot.... i am now under psychotherapist treatment. Psychotherapist advised me to inject nuru kind injection. Can I go for it? I am 29 years old... taking this will I get better??? should cause any side affect for me in future or my generation due to this injection. Please advice | Neurokind injection are totally safe and has no side effect. But i would not recommend it unless you have very low serum B 12 level. So first get your B 12 estimation done.Even if your B 12 is low take 1000 microgram methylcobal ablet by mouth after consulting with your doctor. Injections are not useful because this is water soluble vitamin so excess doses will go in urine and would not remain in body so injections will not have any storage effect. | |
What is the reason for frequent abdominal pain?
hallo doctor, i'm 20 years old women, 1,6 m, 120 pounds. i got bad illness six months ago, the symptoms was fever, abdominal pain, fatigue, and lost appetite. my doctor suggested me to took blood test for HbSAg and anti HbSAg, the result was negatif for both of that test. but after that I gets abdominal pain often, and I have not been feeling relief when I took some gastric medicine. what should I do to relief this pain? thanks before. | Hi ! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.On the dietary front you should avoid eating from outside, especially fast and fried food, as some of its components could give rise to sensitivity reactions to your intestinal mucosa resulting in such symptoms. If this is not the case, I would advise you for a complete blood count, liver function test, a routine stool test for ova and cyst, a urine routine/culture sensitivity test and an ultrasound of abdomen if need be. Till that I would advise you for some kind of proton pump inhibitor, along with a probiotic drug. Further treatment would depend on a clinical examination and the investigation reports.I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef. | |
What causes scratch marks on the back?
My boyfriend plays baseball and has gotten marks on his back from being scratched up from that. But I ve also noticed more intense marks, ones that look old and more scarred. I am curious as to if it s possible that he had been whipped in some way as a child that he hasn t told me about, or if it is just really scratches? They are raised off the skin and almost look like incision scars, but he has not had back surgery. None of them look recent. But when I ask about them he simply says he doesn t know. He s out of the house now and in college but I am just wondering if he has a past he s trying to hide. | Hi,It may be keloid most probably.Consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. After thorough examination and investigations your doctor might decide the strategy of management. Intralesional steroid injection would help to reduce the lesions. Hyaluronic acid gel application may be done. Oral vitamin C and E may be taken.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Ilyas Patel, Dermatologist | |
Suggest remedy for chest discomfort
Hello, I have not felt well today, very light headed. I have been hearing and feeling a swooshing noise and it vibrates my head and body. I have noticed swelling in my ankles in the mornings over the last few weeks but the last couple of days i have experiencing swelling all day. My daughter just took my bp and my systolic was 170/100. I am also having chest discomfort. Should i go to the er now or do you think seeing my md in the morning is ok | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. You are having higher blood pressure reading (170/100).In my opinion, you should definitely consult cardiologist to rule out hypertensive heart failure .So consult cardiologist and get done blood pressure monitoring, ecg, 2d echo and stress test (trade mill test).You will need antihypertensive and diuretic drugs. Strict salt restriction in diet is needed. 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. | |
Treatment for numb, tingling and painful finger?
The right side of my neck along with the right trapezoid has been hurting for several weeks. I have pain radiating down the lateral side of my right arm and numbness and tingling in my right thumb and pointer finger. I did not suffer an injury, but remember straining something when doing pull ups. I am 31 year old male. Otherwise healthy. | helloyour symptoms sound like a nerve compression or may be a disc prolapse to me...I would suggest you to visit a neurologist at the earliest for complete physical examination and diagnosis ....delay in the treatment may lead to some irreversible damagehope this reply helped you | |
Suggest treatment for blisters on tongue and lips
my 1 year old has white bumps/blisters on his tongue and lips... could this be thrush? He hasn t been eating much today and has had really hard bowel movements. he had a very slight fever, but it broke and he is acting as if he feels great... not fussy or anything... could this be thrush? | Hi,From history it seems that he might be having thrush on tongue and lips.Due to not properly cleaned mouth and tongue after feeding might give rise this infection.Make a habit of cleaning tongue and oral cavity with clean cloth putting on your fingertip and clean after each feeding.Give him B.complex drops.Apply Emgella gel on affected parts.Ok and take care. | |
Suggest management for spinocerebellar Ataxia
Hi Sir, Goodmorning.My name is Lakshmi Narayana,25years.I am suffering from Spino cerebellar Ataxia.Symptomss are getting increased for the last 3 years before that I can balance myself even though i am walking on ups and downs surface,no shivering of hands happen for fine movements.Now I could not sign. Please suggest to which doctor I have to consult and what type of treatment I have to undergo | Hello,You need detailed investigations to find the cause of the disease. It can be related to structural problems in the brain and spinal cord, degenerative disorders and genetic problems. MRI of the brain and spinal cord helps to rule out many causes. Medications depends on the cause of the disease. I personally feel you should also see a neurologist for a detailed evaluation and investigations like MRI, nerve conduction study and few blood tests. Continue to do physical exercises to keep your muscles and gait healthy.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shiva Kumar R., Neurologist | |
What could peppery taste in mouth suggest?
My adult son has had a peppery taste in the back of his mouth...as if he had put a spoon of black pepper in his mouth. He no longer enjoys eating because of this. Years ago he was diagnosed with HS disease, could this have anything to do with it or is this something we should worry about. | HIWell come to HCMAt the most chances of stomatitis need to be ruled out if this is not like that then this could be functional condition and not due to any disease, stomatitis can be treated with local mouth gargle and Povidone iodine gargle would be best, else this is nothing to worry, take care and have a nice day. | |
Suggest treatment for hallucinations despite taking Quetiapine
My wife is taking this medication quetlapine 50mg three time a day could this medication make her symptoms become wers. She thinks there are other people living with us. She has been taking this with a patch called Rivastigmine 4.6mg for the past 30 days and no change in her helusinations. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. No Quetiapine will not worsen her symptom, there might be partial response or no response. In which you might need to change drug after adequate dosage and trial. What she is thinking is a part of psychosis and it will improve with medication. Remember medication are not magic pills and it usually takes time to show response. If she is unmanageable at home admission can be a possibility. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What are the symptoms of potential pregnancy?
hi, I'm 19 and I'm on the pill cilest.last Friday me and my boyfriend had unprotected sex and he finished inside me. I take my pill at the same time everyday (10:00pm) and iv never forgot it or taken it any later than about 10 mins after my normal time.I'm just wondering what my chances of being pregnant are? me and my boyfriend have both had the full sti checks and are not sleeping with other people so I'm not worried about stis it's just I'm so scared of getting pregnant. | Hallow Dear,Cilest is a birth control pill. These pills are having good success rate in preventing the pregnancy. As per your history, you are absolutely regular in taking birth control pills. In that case, you need not have any stress for probable pregnancy. Cilest pills will take care for you. Wait for your menses. I am sure, they will appear in time. If at all they are delayed, get the urine pregnancy test done 8-10 days after the missed period. Performed earlier, these tests may give false negative results. Beta hCG tests are very specific and sensitive which can give reliable results within 2-3 days of missed period. So you may opt for beta hCG test. Honestly I feel, you are unnecessarily worried. Relax and expect your menses on time, within 7 days after completing the pack of Cilest.All the best,Dr. Nishikant Shrotri | |
How can a polyp in the anus be treated?
I have a mushy type polyp on the anus. I was told today that I have the herpes virus 2. I am going to my GYN. I tested negative for HIV. I noticed a small bump. On my anus and it has grown it doesn't bleed. I had diarrhea most recently and it burned. Now when I defecate it doesn't burn. Do I go toa Proctologist? Is this related to my herpes? It has been on my rectum for a few months but in last week and a half it has grown. I can lift it out of the anus and squeeze it. | Thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. Yes, you should definitely consult proctoscopist and get done proctoscopic examination of your growing polyp. Herpes infection can be the cause for your polyp. You need surgical removal of polyp and histopathological examination of polyp to rule out malignancy. If not treated surgically then it can grow further and cause Constipation, infection or bleeding. So better to get done proctoscopic examination first and if needed surgical correction is needed to avoid future complications. | |
How can eye and eyebrow bruising and soreness be treated?
My four year old daughter fell into a cement block today and before I was even able to pick her up the side of her eye and eyebrow were black and blue and welted. She will not let me put ice on it and I have her some Advil it s very sore to touch. Should I be concerned and seek medical attention? | Hello dear,welcome to HCM forum.Bruising around eyes following a fall needs evaluation to rule out head injury.If there was no history of loss of consciousness,closely watch for symptoms like drowsiness,severe headache,nausea,vomiting etc.If no such symptoms,no emergency and you can wait for your appointmentMeanwhile,you can continue advil,and ice pack application will help to relieve edema.Hope this answer will help.Wishing for a aster cure,Thank you. | |
What does it mean by increased bronchovascular marking?
Hello doctor, i am a 45 year old female. Just recently last week i have daigonised with High Blood pressure 190/110 - Hypertension, An ECG ws performed and xray and blood tests were done,. Have yet to get my blood test results. The Xray shows INCREASED BRONCHOVASCULAR MARKING. Can you please explain what it means and how it can be taken care of? Vera | Hi,Dear,Thanks for your query to HCM.Dear I read your query and reviewed it with context to your query facts.I understood your health concerns and feel Concerned about them.Based on the facts of your query, you seem to suffer from-if you don't have any complaints of breathlessness or wheeze with productive / or dry cough , you should take it as Normal.In the abscence of these complaints in you, its Normal.But other causes of it-like-Smoking / recurrent respiratory infections / Loeffler's -eosinophilic Pneumonia.Remedy -Consult physician who would fix amongst various causes and would treat it accordingly.Hope this would help you to treat your health issues in the best way possible. Welcome for any further query in this regard.Good Day!! Dr.Savaskar M.N.Senior Surgical Specialistbr>Dr.Savaskar M.N.Senior Surgical SpecialistM.S.Genl-CVTS | |
Does protein intake increase the risk of coronary heart disease?
I am sixty eight. Had a heart attack with implantation of one stent in the LAD, the widow maker. I am a gym rat and like to ingest whey protein. I was cautioned about cheeze ingestion and eat no cheeze. However I take whey protein two to three times a week. Am I risking a clot in my stent by ingesting whey protein. My remaining heart arteries are clear according to the doc who did the catherization. I eat very healthily and am an exercise freak. Thank you | Its ok to have whey protein, but the only conern too much too much of protein and muscle gain will lead to increased demond of work from the heart. It might lead to exertional chest pain sometimes. Better to avoid strenous exercise continue with light one | |
What causes a lump on the testicle?
I am a 15 year old boy, and just over a year ago I noticed a medium sized lump on the front of my left testicle, and didn’t take any notice of it. I am aware and concerned now that it could be testicular cancer, and I have an appointment to see my GP tomorrow. I know that testicular cancer has a very high survival rate; however, I am concerned that if it is cancer, then I have left it too late, and it will be much more severe? If it is cancer, have I left it too late? | Hello, Need to rule out the simple cause. It can be due to infection or inflammation in the scrotum. We can not think of cancer at early age. Still doing a simple ultrasound will help you diagnose. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr S.R.Raveendran, Sexologist | |
Why does everything get stuck on the roof of her my mouth?
something in the roof of my mouth i noticed earlier that i have a piece of food or something lodged in the roof of my mouth its not very painful but i can feel it when i run my tounge across. i dont know if this is an emergency or if it can hold off for at least 16 hours. so can should i seek medical attention asap or can i wait this out? i really have no clue. | hello thanks for consulting at hcm..some food material might have stuck in the palate region,, i suggest you do salt water saline,,also apply topical anesthetic in that area,,then again recheck whether you feel the food is still stuck there,, hydrate yourself well,, drink plenty of juices and warm water,,if still bothers you then you can take a consult with a oral physician,,nothing to very since it is not painful,,hope it helps,,take care | |
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 --> | |
Does tramadol,methotrexate and prednisone cause night sweats?
I have RA, taking methotrexate 0,8 weekly, also prednisone 2.5 daily. I also take tramadol prn for pain. I have profuse hot flashes whenever I do the least amount of activity, all morning long after showering, night sweats. I cannot get my rheumatologist to understand my deep discomfort all the time because of this. My thermostat is out of whack and has been for several years because of this. I am 61, now on disability and had breast cancer 9 years ago. Ever since I feel like my body has attacked me and not one day goes by where I feel normal anymore. Can one of these or all of these three drugs be causing this side effect? Any suggestions?Thank you for this service.Nancy | Hello, No, non of this drugs cause this severe sweating. You can ask your doc for hormone level in blood especially thyroid hormone level. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Salah Saad Shoman | |
Diagnosed pancreatic cancer, massive heart attack which led to cardiac arrest. Little alert, but doctor says no improvement. Advice
My dad is suffering pancreatic cancer. They removed the mass and after he had 2 massive heart attacks, one leading to cardiac arrest and he coded. All his organs have failed. The family agrees on a DNR. He only has 20% of his heart working. The doctors say it would take a miracle for him to make it through. But today, he was more alert. He was awake enough to show a little response. They say this is not a sign of improvement. Is this a way of trying to fix his "unfinished business"? I didn't make it down to the hospital today. So I'm jus curious. Thanks in advance. | Hi, What the operation was performed not mentioned. Probably portion of gut and other surrounding structures are also removed. Now function of heart is declining. Pancreatic cancer has itself a grave prognosis. You should better consult a cardiologist regarding his cardiac function and related complications. If the stage of the disease is limited then proper post operative adjuvant treatment can prolong his life, but that will depends on other medical comorbidities. | |
Which medication is best for rheumatoid problems?
i am 50 years old my esr count 80 dr is saying i am affected with rhemutoid probelm and my rfa is 4.6 whether i have affected with rhemutiod problem every joint in my body is affected with pain but no inflamation in my joints please kindly advice in this regard somebody is telling siddha medicines is the best one whether aloppathic or siddha which one is the best | Hi, Diagnosis is not yet certain. What is the normal level of RFA in the lab you got tested? Nobody can guide about sidhha in this forum since we all practice allopathic medicine. My humble suggestion is go for treatment which is scientifically proven. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Gopal Goel, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
What causes flank pain after having lipotripsy?
I had lipotripsy done 3 weeks ago and I still have flank pain. I had a ct scan done and it says my kidney stones are gone. I know I haven't passed any so I'm not sure where they could have gone. Can you tell me why I would still be having flank pain? Thanks | HiStone in kidney or stone fragments in kidney only very rarely causes pain. It will cause pain if it drops into the tube draining urine from kidney(called ureters).If CT scan is normal it it unlikely that there are any stones in the ureters without what is called hydronephrosis on CT scan. Some of the stones are very soft that they may be oulverised as powder by lithotripsy and all that the patient notices is cloudy urine. The flank pain could be due to bruising caused by the lithotripsy on the kidney and might take few weeks to resolve. Keep drinking adequate fluids and pain killers till then. | |
Could intake of alcohol effect the GGT and CBC levels?
hi I have to have a ggt test done along with a cbc and liver panel. My question is will any of these be affected if I over the last six months have had about three nights of going out and drinking a little to much. maybe 5-6 drinks and a few shots. it is not something I normally do. although i do enjoy a glass of wine with friends or a beer during happy hour on occasion. but never more than 5-8 times a month | Hello and thanks you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein and I will try to help you as much as I can with my answer.Yes it can affect and probably is since alcohol leads to liver damage and raises ggt levels. You should do liver ultrasound to rule out more serious conditions and reduce alcohol intake.I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us.Kindly regards. Wish you a good health. | |
Taking minocyline for acne treatment. Loose stools, cramping, bloating, gas, nausea and heartburn. Side effects of drug ?
I have been on and off various antibiotics for years for the treatment of acne and, until recently, have never had a problem. Most recently, I was on Bactrim for a year and then two weeks ago, I switched to minocyline. I was only on it for 3 days before I stopped using it because my stomach was not reacting well to it. I was fine for a few days after that, until, a few days later, my stomach began acting up again with loose stools , cramping, bloating , gas, nausea, and heartburn . This has been going on for 7 days. I have heard of C. difficile as a result of antibiotic use and I am worried that this could be the reason for my stomach problems. I saw one doctor and they said they did not think it was c. diff because I was not on the antibiotic for very long. Eventually, I ended up in the E.R for stomach pains. They did blood work and an ultrasound there (though no stool sample) and said everything looked fine and chopped it up to gastroenteritis, but I m still worried c. difficile could be to blame? | Hi there. Antibiotics certainly can cause the above mentioned side effects. Whether you have C Difficile or not, only a stool culture or some very specific tests can tell you. No point in being worried. Suggest eat some yoghurt based products for awhile to promote the natural flora. This is the reason am more in favour of systemic isotretinoin for acne or topicals..however each doctor has his/her own reasoning. Hope u on t road to recovery..cheers! | |
What causes abnormal HCG levels, spotting and sore breasts in a pregnancy?
Hello. I m 5w6d pregnant today and very concerned about my hcg levels. At 4w they were at 266 and at 5w2d only 379. My ob didn t seemed concerned and did not want me to do more test to ensure they were rising. I have not had and cramping but have been spotting for over a week. My breast are also extremely sore. Any thoughts or recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Kimberly | HiDr. Purushottam welcomes you to HCM virtual clinic.I have gone through your query. I think I have understood your concern, I will try to suggest you the best possible treatment options.It seems that your concern about rise in beta HCG titres is right.Titres should rise multi folds over a week's time. I will suggest to get urgent USG done to check viability of pregnancy.With viable USG report you can support the pregnancy with HCG injections 5000 I.U., 2 times a week , and Micronized progesterone 200 mg twice a day till 14 weeks of pregnancy.I hope my answer helps you.Thanks.Wish you good health.With regardsDr Purushottam Neurgaonkar | |
How to switch contraceptive?
Hi! I'm using contraceptive pills(Yasmin; ethinylestradiol and drospirenone), but had to stop in the middle since it is giving me terrible headaches.I want to switch to another brand, is it okay if i start it right away or do i need to wait for my next period? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It is better or continue the same through out the present cycles and change the OCP in the next cycle on wards. Changing the OCP in the middle of a cycle might causes some hormonal disturbance and might result in contraceptive failure. Wishing you good health. Thanks. | |
What causes pain on shoulder, arm, back, breast after having laparotomy?
Hi I had a lapartomy 4 months ago. after a while I started having a little aching pain on my left side on my shoulder, sometimes in my arm, back and sometimes on the left extreme of my breast. Its not stabbing pain but an uncomfortable feeling. What could be the reason? | Hello, It is an inflammatory pain only. As of now, you can use analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like aceclofenac/serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Itchy rashes on legs, arms after taking SSRI. Problem persist after using steroid creams, canesten. HP rash?
I have had an itchy rash on my lower and upper legs for a few months now. Coincidentally it started when I started taking SSRIs again. It was also on my right wrist and left arm with itching on the back of my hands as well but my legs were also itchy. The doctor has given me umpteen creams like steroid creams, moisturisers, aqueous with menthol. he gave me creams to rule out scabies a while ago and that only got rid of the rashes on my wrist and arm. The backs of my hands still itch and there are some red itchy sores on both legs but the worst is at the top of my left leg. I was last given Canesten to use over a week ago but the problems persist. I have a history of anxiety and depression but have had lots of therapy for this, both psychotherapy and I am now on Serrtraline so I am feeling better in that respect. I also have Fibromyalgia and suffer many other problems such as chronic fatigue, memory and concentration problems, joint pains all over my body (although the SSRIs have helped this somewhat). I also have some itching in my scalp. I am worried this may be an HP rash so can you confirm? Thank you Robin | Hello.For the symptoms that you refer, you suffer from chronic urticaria. There are differents causes of urticaria: food allergy, drug allergy, sweating, physical exercise ....You should go to the dermatologist.He will examine you and will request additional tests to establish the cause of urticaria. I treat my patients with Prednisone 30 mg per day+Ebastine 10 mg twice a day when cronic urticaria is the diagnosis.Please consult your local doctor for a prescription.I wish you good health. | |
Q. What are the best Vitamin C serums for removing brown spots from face?
Hello doctor, My sister's age is 28, normal, sensitive skin. She is having brown spots on her face. Can you please suggest the best Vitamin C serums for removing brown spots on her face without any side effects? Is there any other options (simple and safe) for removing such brown spots? | Hi. There are many causes for brown spots on face, it could be: 1. Freckles. 2. DPN- Dermatosis papulosa nigra. 3. Melasma. 4. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Treatment is different for each, it is very difficult to suggest any treatment for you without seeing your pictures, I will have to see the pictures to make the diagnosis so that I can suggest you the most appropriate treatment options. Please attach your clinical pictures of the face taken in good daylight. | |
Q. I am having open wound on the right breast and it grows. What could it be?
Hello doctor, I am having an open wound on the underside of the right breast. I noticed it a few days back and is continuing to grow. I would like to know what it looks like and why I get an open wound in this location. I would also like to know if skin cancer can ever display in this way. I am using antibiotic cream for the same. Obviously, I know that a diagnosis can not be given online without testing, but would just like to know by the looks of it. | Hello. I have viewed the image. (attachment removed to protect patients identity). It seems like a furuncle which is a skin and soft tissue infection (SSTI) and which has now burst open. I suggest you take an oral antibiotic, Amoxicillin, or Cephalexin for a week. Also, I suggest you use a topical antibiotic Neosporin ointment or Mupirocin 2% ointment twice daily. | |
How to do I get over masturbation ?
Hello Sir , I am 30Years now doing masterbating since from last 16 years continousely even i will do 5 times in a day wanna to know is it destroy my life as i think if i fails its the main cause even when i tense ill do it . pls get me away from this | Hello .It will give a physical stress and pain in the shaft and possiblites of getting addicted to it are there.I would recommend find a partner and try if its makes you feel better.How ever you have to reduce the number of times as it gives a physical stress.Do not hesitate if you have to ask. Hope it helps you. Thank you. | |
What causes white patch on the mouth?
a linear white patch from the angle of the mouth on the right side which brightens while she has an episode of sickness. Child is 5 yrs old has history of a murmur at birth. She has c/c asthma on Salbutamol inhaler and frequent episodes of respiratory infections almost once in two months relieved with antibiotic medications. What could be this patch on the face? What else can be done for the child? | Dear parent,This linear white patch can be due to vitamin deficiency,ptyriasia alba,worm infestation etc. supplement the child with a good multivitamin for 2 months and apply moisturising cream daily | |
What causes numbness in lip and chin while having tooth pain?
My bottom tooth 5th one from the left was hurting for a few days. The pain shot up into my neck and down into my shoulder where my arm was giving out. My jaw began hurting and now the pain is gone On and off but my bottom lip and chin are numb and have been for 3 days now:/ | helllooo....numbness is due to the infection at the root surface of the tooth ..it is pressing ur nerve to the lower lip..actually nothng much to worry in this..take amoxicillin and metronidazoleand diclofenac ...for 5 days...go to dentist ...and get the root canal done....pain and numbness will be reduced within few days time...and dont wait for long..sometimes it can spread to ur neck n all below the tongue etc...meet dentist and get it done...dont get panic ..be cool and have a nice day!!! | |
What is the cause of pulmonary hyperaeration?
Hi. I just had had a CXR and the report said that my lungs are hyperaerated, Heart is not enlarged, Note of slight thoracic scoliosis, rest of the study is unremarkable. IMPRESSION: Pulmonary hyperaeration.What does that mean? I don't feel anything except that I'm having shortness of breath. It's the first time that I'm feeling this and it gives so much discomfort but when I'm in the office and busy doing something I don't feel any shortness of breath. I feel normal. My doctor said before the xray that i looked ok. What is the cause of my pulmonary hyperaeration? Thanks in advance. | hello Thanks for posting at HCM. Pulmonary aeration is a term used to suggest that the lungs are filled with more air than its supposed This occurs due to air trapping which can occur due to narrowed airways. You have not mentioned any history about respiratory illness or smoking. Respiratory illnesses like asthma or COPD or emphysema can cause hyperaeration. But don't worry this is not a major diagnosis and air trapping or other illnesses mentioned above are only probabilities. It may be found in normal population also. To confirm the presence of a respiratory disease, I recommend you to go for a pulmonary function test which requires you to blow into a machine while your lung capacities are estimated. Please do a Pulmonary function test and revert back with the test results. Wishing you good health.Regards | |
Can two medication taking for rapid heart beat?
I am 38 years old and I have a heart rapid. My doctor described for me Concor Cor 2,5 mg twice daily and Procoralan 5 mg twice daily . Today I felt dizzy and my pulse during the day was 54-57 . Should I continue in taking the both medication together and what are the risks if the heart pulse become too slow especially while I am sleeping? | Hello I have gone through your question and appreciate Your concern. Two medications can be prescribed for rapid heart rate if one tablet Unable to control. In your case u r on two medication but ur heart rate is going down.Bradycardia even complete heart block can happen sometimes. It is Better to consult cardiologist and reduce the dose of medication. Thanks. U can write me back for any query. | |
Had sex after implant was removed. Faint pink dots appear during pregnancy test. Chances of pregnancy?
my partner has taken around 10 pregnancy tests on around three qauters of them there has been white lines appear in the test zone within 3 minutes averagely about 5 of them have had pink dots within the test zone pretty sure thats where the test line appears we first had sex 2 weeks exact ago on the 30th oct and she had the implant in two weeks exact and last tuesday 5th she had it taken out she was told from the moment it came out she's fertile and we had sex both the tuesday 5th and the next day 6th could she be pregnant | Hello,In the current scenario, a definite conclusion can be arrived at through estimation of serum beta-hCG titres. Urine pregnancy tests can give a positive result about 3 weeks after conception when done with a fresh early morning sample. So many inconclusive tests mean that the testing is early and inappropriate. You can also get a trans-vaginal sonogram about 3 weeks after ovulation to clarify the issue. The blood test will clarify the issue and further help can be had from your consultant. Hope this helps. | |
Is it safe to take repeated doses of Postinor due to unprotected sex after D&C ?
I had a d and c on 3rd of aug. And saw my period 4rm 9-11th of aug. Since then I ve taken postinor twice 2 prevent pregnancy n ve not seen my period till now. Can I take another dose of postinor 2 cause i had unprotected sex on 8 of sept. Wat do I do. | Hi there,Thanks for your query.Firstly, Postinor was introduced in the market for use ONLY in emergency cases and NOT for routine use. It contains very high doses of a female hormone called Progesterone, which- when taken- deregulates the natural cycle of hormonal changes in the body. Hence, it's NOT RECOMMENDED to take another dose.The safest way to avoid pregnancy is to take either, conventional contraceptive pills; or, have an IUD inserted inside the uterus. But, get a pregnancy test done before you decide on taking regular contraceptive pills.Consult your doctor and apprise him of my opinion. I am certain that he will agree with me and guide you accordingly, depending your personal preference.If you find my response helpful and informative, do not forget an “excellent” (5-star rating) to my answer, to ENCOURAGE ALL doctors- engaged in social service- to render sound advice to the FREE queries. Take careDr. Rakesh Karanwal | |
Had oral surgery for gum blister. Got infection in root canal. Possible?
oral surgery due to a gum blister - had oral surgery as dentist was trying to safe the tooth.6 months later the blister came back and dentist said he had to pull the tooth. once he pulled he said the gum was like hamburger meat and had to get stitches... dentist says there is no bone there and infection occured due to a broken tooth in which was a root canal.. is this normal? | Hello,Thanks for writing to us.Your dentist is absolutely right.Root canal treated tooth has re-infected resulting in gum blister formation.The extraction socket has to be irrigated with betadine frequently.Take complete course of antibiotics too.Maintain oral hygiene well.Take care. | |
What causes swollen foot when diagnosed with elevated protein levels?
I am a 46 type 2 diabetic with elevated levels of protein in my kidneys but which is coming down. creatinine level is normal. my last A1C is borderline and also coming down. i have a swollen left foot, excellent pulse, no pain at all and the swelling is mid foot to toes. also very dry on my toes. i have been to kidney specialist he gave me water pills those seem to have reduced swelling some he said all my blood work would not indicate there is a problem with kidneys or diabetes but has not given me a clue as to what the problem is and i cannot afford to keep going to doctors!! What should be my next move? | Hello, Since you have a history of swollen foot & elevated protein levels you are suggested to get clinically examined by a Nephrologist / Urologist. Get Imaging tests, Kidney function tests, Urinalysis, CBC, etc done. Healthy kidneys do not allow more protein to pass through the filters. But when the kidneys are damaged, albumen leaks out from blood into urine. Presently you should cut on salt & avoid taking dairy products, cheese, canned food, cut on noodles & bread. Fish, eggs & meat can be taken once in a day. Get assessed & treated at the earliest. Nutrition & amount of protein to be taken will depend upon the stage of the kidney disease & body size(BMI). Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician | |
What causes loose fluid in knee and pain after accident weeks ago?
My husband had a car accident and he hurt his left knee, he when to the hospital that day they did an X-ray and they said it looks ok, that was 15 days ago, and this morning he realize that he have like loose fluid on his knee and still hurts. What could that be? | Hi, thanks for using HCM.With history of injury to knee joint, C-ray can rule out only bony injury not soft tissue injury.Since pain is still persisting need to get examined to rule out ligament injury or injury to cartilage in knee joint. Examination by qualified doctor helps to diagnose condition and appropriate correction necessasary.Regards | |
Suggest treatment for bumps on tongue
hi! it has been a week and i have noticed some bumps on my tongue which are red! i felt my tongue sore but its a lillte bit better now. now there is a bitter taste in my mouth and my tongue is very white but the bumps are still there. am a smoker but i quited since i noticed the bumps...what should i do? thank u | Hi, dear I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have leukoplakia or some bump. It can be due to benign squamous hyperplasia or squamous cell carcinoma. You should go for biopsy of that area. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should 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. | |
Q. What could be the cause for pain in the soft palate during swallowing?
Hello doctor, For the last almost three weeks, I am having a pain in the lower right-hand side of the soft palate while swallowing saliva (or while swallowing on empty, without food. It does not happen all the time, but it is frequent. When I swallow food or liquid, there is no pain. I feel that the pain originates somewhere behind the skin of the soft palate, or within the soft palate itself. When touching that region with my finger, there is no pain. I do not see any redness in the back of my mouth, and generally, I do not see any irregularities. However, this is not a doctor, but me viewing. Also, I noticed that the arc of the right-hand side soft palate is a bit dropped compared to the one on the left-hand side. I do not know if this condition was present before (I never paid attention to that) or is something that I have for a while, or since birth. I am 51 and have regular yearly medical exams (complete blood work, biomarkers, abdomen, prostate, etc.). I do not take any medications. So far, I have been a healthy man. Any advice is welcome. Any suggestions on what to check, look, or do, too. I am asking for advice because I do not have at the moment medical insurance. I will be back at home in three months. | Hello. I have seen the pictures, and your oral cavity seems to be normal. Can you highlight the area where you have pain? Do you have acidity? Generally in any infection of the oral cavity or larynx pain is more while swallowing saliva than swallowing solid bland food or liquid. So if you have a mild infection, you will not have much pain or any pain while having food. Also, let me know if the pain is associated with the diurnal variation. Any complaints of the dry throat or dental infection? Did you get your sugar levels checked recently? If yes, do let me know the values. Do you consume alcohol, tobacco? | |
How to cure pain during ejaculation after a epididymal cyst removal?
I just had an epididymal cyst removed a little over a month.My doctor has given me the ok in resuming sexual activity.when I ejaculate there is pain( more like discomfort in the area below my testicles is this the scotum/uretha area?) I never felt pain BEFORE having cyst removed.Was surgery the cause of this? | HelloThanks for query .You had undergone surgery for removal of Epididymal cyst one month back and now facing problem of discomfort in perineal area while ejaculating .Ideally the surgery for Epididymal Cyst is done through scrotal incision or incision taken directly over the spermatic cord hence should not cause pain in perineal area .It is not due to surgery but can be due to mild inflammation in urethra.Taking antibiotic like Doxicycline and anti inflammatory drug like Diclofenac twice daily for week should help to resolve the issue .Dr.Patil. | |
What causes a difference in bowel movement of child?
My 9 month old is just getting over a cold and had his 4 month shots 2 weeks ago. He had a pale (off white poop yesterday) and today has had 2 poops that contain white chunks/curds mixed in with normal looking poop. What is going on? (No diet changes) | HI...these changes on stool frequency and consistency is normal in kids of this age. 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. 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)., | |
What causes delay in periods?
hi im confused an need answers. my period is late it was due to come on the 8 of april for the past 2 days i have had pink spoting that last a couple hrs an go an come through out the day. now today i have very light red spotting light cramps but its not like my period. i never late on my period | You may be pregnant. I suggest you take a pregnancy test. If it's positive, you need to start taking prenatal vitamins and be evaluated by your obgyn. If it's negative, give your period a few more days to come. If your abdominal pain gets worse, go to the closest ER | |
What causes irregular heartbeats?
The other day I was laying down on the couch watching tv, When my heart started to pound, It wasn't beating fast just beating very hard. It made me panic a little and the second that I started to panic it went from just pounding hard to beating extremely fast, So fast that I lost my breath and got lightheaded. Is this something I should be concerned with??? | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, you should definitely concerned about these symptoms because possibility of arrhythmias (rhythm disturbances in heart) is more in your case. And if not treated promptly, arrhythmias can be life threatening. So consult cardiologist and get done ecg, 2d echo and Holter monitoring (24 hour continuous monitoring of ecg). You may need anti arrhythmia drug on the basis of report. So consult cardiologist and rule out arrhythmia. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
How to avoid blood clot formation after tooth extraction?
i have had a bad experience with a bleeding blod clot in my jaw after getting 4 teeth extracted, and i am in need of another tooth removal and in fear of the same experience due to my body reacting to all kind os pain meds what else can be done to help avoid this . | Thanks for using Health Care Magic.Read your query.Formation of a healthy blood clot is very important for the proper healing of the tooth socket.If I were your treating dentist ,I would advise you to follow the post extraction instructions properly.Avoid early vigorous gargling to avoid the loss of blood clot. Avoid using straw for drinking. Avoid spicy food and hard food for a while.Relax and have the tooth extracted.Hope this was useful.Thanks and regards. | |
What causes a painful lump under the breast?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... I have a pain right under my left breast, when i bend down, pull my arm, sometimes breathe, it's worse in the morning when I get up. I do alot of housework and use my arms alot, but I can feel a long lump under my breast and is sore to the touch. I think I pulled a muscle, but not sure since I have the pain 3 weeks already. If I lift my breast and hold down firm, it doesn't hurt when i take a deep breath.....any clues? Thanks for your advice | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.By your history and description, possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more likely.So avoid movements causing pain. Avoid sudden jerky movements of chest.Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise.Apply warm water pad and ice packs alternatively on affected areas of chest.Take painkiller and muscle relaxant drugs like ibuprofen and thiocolchicoside.Don't worry, you will be alright with all these in 1 week. If not improving then consult doctor.Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Can Abilify and Concerta cause hallucination, paranoid and sleeplessness?
I have a 10 year old son who has been diagnoised with oppositional defiant disorder He was put on 5mg of abilify and 27mg of concerta per day. My question is could either one of these medications or the combination of both cause halusinations, paranoria, and sleeplessness and extreme nightmares? | Hi,The symptoms you have described are unlikely to be due to Abilify but may be related to Concerta. Concerta is a stimulant and can cause sleeplessness. It can also cause visual disturbances, hallucinations and unusual behavior. Please discuss with his doctor regarding the change in his behavior and I am sure his doctor will suggest a change in his prescription if the symptoms appear to be drug related.Best wishes. | |
Can pantocid be given for ligament injury?
I twisted my knee during playing football. i got an x-ray which showed no fracture but doctor says it may be a ligament injury so he suggested me rinifol and pentocid and kudzu plus tablets.are they all appropriate ?because pentocid is given for some ulcers and gastric problems i read that on internet. plz help | Hello, The pentocid is one of the tablet which reduce gastric acid secretions.Such type of medicines are generally prescribed with analgesic to reduce the ill effects of analgesics. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Mukesh Tiwari | |
What are the symptoms of pregnancy?
hi i am now 8 days late on hi i am now 8 days late on my period i took a pregnancy test 2 days ago and it came out negative , i am extremely tired , i had slight cramps off and on but there weren t the same as period cramps and now i really don t have them , i also get cravings for food , and have headaches , I also feel like my face is hot. Please help I just want to know if I m pregnant already | If test is negative then chances are less that you are pregnant. These signs could be due to other causes also. Wait for few days and then repeat the test. If negative then consult your gynaecologist. | |
Reddish discharge after taking treatment with hucog for having baby. What is the prevention ?
hello sir,I am 28 yrs old. We are trying for baby.My follicle test is done and my Dr.given me injection hucog for rupturing and it ruptured.My Dr.advised me to have relation and to take Susten200 for 15 days.We had relation on that day but dont had relation for next 2 days i.e. y day and day before and also missed the tablet y day evening .Today I am having discharge which is somewhat reddish.Plz advice me. | hiwelcome to healthcare magic forum be relax what is your last menstruation date?tab you are taking is hormonal and must be taken daily on regular basis what you have is withdrawal bleeding ,common after stop the medicine noe you need to start it again better to consult your doctor and discuss about it i hope i answered your question | |
Suggest treatment for dog bite
Hi there A puppy I was seeing too nipped me on my thumb. It s not even visible its so tiny. It bled a bit and felt uncomfortable but thats all. I have health anxiety so I tend to see the worst. I woke up with it stinging and my arm is sore. Chances are I just slept on it. I had tetanus when I was probably 14/15... im 26 now? Should it be ok? | HIThanks for posting your query. Two things : 1. You need to get a shot of Tetanus Injection. 2. Regarding vaccination for Rabies : If your Puppy was vaccinated then no need for rabies vaccination . But if it isn't vaccinated then observe the puppy for 10 days and in this 10 days if nothing happens to Puppy then no need for Rabies vaccination. But in case your Puppy dies then you need to get vaccinated . Hope you find this information useful.Any clarifications or Queries feel free to ask. Happy to help you. Regards. | |
Suggest remedy for blisters on nipple with black discharge during pregnancy
I have a blister on my nipple. I am 19 weeks pregnant. Before pregnancy I had black discharge coming out of this nipple as well. The doctor did an ultrasound on my breast (before I was pregnant) and said he had no concerns at the time. Now that I m pregnant I am still getting black discharge and I now have what seems like a blister right beside my nipple. What should I do? | Hi.Blisters on the nipples or around them (in the areolar region), most commonly occur due to 2 reasons, either due to friction (from clothing, sexual activity, etc; or what we call a milk blister which occurs while breastfeeding.As for the black nipple discharge, this could be associated with a haematoma in the breast, an abscess, etc; and will require more concrete investigations into finding the cause as you will soon have to breastfeed.Best wishes. | |
Suggest treatment for severe nerve pain in big toe
Hi at present I am suffering severe nerve pain in the big toe of my left foot, this pain was diagnoed for me last year as periperal neurosis. Can I obtain treatment from a pharmacy as we are at present outside of our doctors surgery hours, thanks. Peter Thrasher | Hi, As of now you can take drugs like Gabapentin as it is a neuropathic pain. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Safe to skip period and start new pack of pills? When will I get my periods?
I would like to ask wether it is safe to skip a period by starting immediately a new pack of birth control pills without the 7-day break. Will I not get my period? and will I get it on the fourth day of the second break after the new pack finishes as I usually do? I am on Cilest birth control pills for 2 years now and my period has been always consistent and I have never missed a pill. | HelloThanks for trusting us with your health concern.Yes, if you take the pill packs back to back, and do not entertain the pill free week, you would not have your period.It is safe to do that, if you need to really postpone or delay your periods for some significant reason.After the new pack finishes, you would get your period as you do, during the pill free week.As you have been regular, and never missed a pill, do not worry, you can expect predictable results with your period.It is safe to skip a pill free week now and thenTake care. | |
Q. Shall I get hysterectomy for irregular and heavy periods?
Hi doctor, I am an athlete and my period is such a hassle. I just wish I could get rid of it. It is irregular and lasts for seven to eight days. I do not want to go on the pill, because emotionally my hormones have balanced out. I am worried that if I take any form of birth control, then it will mess that up. I have started considering a hysterectomy just to get rid of it, but I cannot really take time off from my training. I just do not know what to do. I am currently on Lexapro, Wellbutrin, Midodrine, Mestinon and Trazodone. | Hi. Hysterectomy is a kind of an extreme option considering it is permanent. I understand that you may be hassled by your periods, but removing your uterus before you have completed your family or without any pathology is not the way to go. You can take the oral contraceptive pills, which will both regularize your periods as well as decrease the duration of flow, the pain and the discomfort as well. If you have an event and you need to be not bleeding, then you can manage to postpone the periods with minimal disruption to your hormones. You can take a milder form of contraception, which will not give you the side effects like bloating or migraines. I would suggest Yasmin or Yaz. It is mild and will keep your hormones in order. When you do wish to conceive you just need to stop the oral contraceptive pill. You can take it for six months on a cyclical basis as per the instructions on the back of the pack and give a break of a couple of months and then restart again with the consent of your specialist doctor. Please do not be frustrated. There are more conservative options than major surgery. For further information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? Thanks in advance. | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just cocaine but a combination of drugs. Cocaine narrows blood vessels (vasoconstriction). It can lead to erectile dysfunction. Few studies suggest that it has receptors on testicles and sperm. So, it can degenerate testicular tissues/or sperm quality, transfer from sperm to female egg and can lead to early miscarriage. Cocaine is a very fast acting drug which affects the nervous system and produces short-lived euphoric attitude for 15 minutes to an hour, but causes long-term damage to the body and brain like anxiety, depression, aggression, impairment of logic and critical thinking, heart problem, hypertension and decrease in bone density. Its half-life is an hour. So, it takes about an hour for half of the cocaine consumed to leave the body. But, with long-term use, the drug starts to accumulate in the blood and body tissues allowing certain tests to detect it in the system for an extended period of time. After a single use of cocaine, agents created by its metabolism can be detected in the urine for two to four days, and in chronic users, cocaine can be detected up to 12 days and highly concentrated cocaine can be detected in the urine up to three weeks. It can be detected in the saliva and blood for an average 12-48 hours. In hairs and sweat for an extended period of time, it can be detected. So, after all the above description, I do not know how your husband had cocaine, as a cocktail along with other drugs, or just cocaine? Secondly, how long he has been taking it? For you, have you been on alcohol, cocaine or smoking? If you had taken in the past, better to quit completely. My advice is, try to avoid drugs like cocaine, alcohol, ketamine, and MDMA completely for a couple of months before trying for pregnancy. Because, if the mother has an addiction, it has psychosocial effects on the fetus in addition to the drugs' side effects itself. Best of luck. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
How to make my baby to eat?
Hello doctor, i had a 2 year old boy, his problem is that , when i am giving food to him he is keeping in mouth only,not swallow and also he didnt chewing. He had no interest in taking food, milk or anything. How can i change the condition of my baby Pleas reply doctor | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic.I take this opportunity to tell you certain scientific facts and relieve your distress - 1. An active is a well kid even if she/ he is not eating well. 2. Development of a kid is as important as or I would say even more important than growth alone.3. As the kids grow their interest in food decreases and interest in play activities increases so that they eat small quantity and run away to play. As parents we need to be more patient and feed than less quantity but more aliquots per day.4. This age rather than the quantity of the food I suggest you concentrate more on the number of times you feed her and also make whatever you feed her calorie dense by adding good amount of ghee to it.5. I suggest you not to use appetite stimulants on long run as they may cause drowsiness.PLEASE DO NOT GIVE ANY SO CALLED APPETITE STIMULANTS AS THEY ARE NOT VERY SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN AND THEY HAVE THE SIDE EFFECT OF EXCESSIVE DROWSINESS.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)., |
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