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Suggest treatment for cryptococcal meningitis and pulmonary tuberculosis
Tomorrow I will be visiting my cousin in the hospital who has been diagnosed and being treated with Cryptococcal Meningitis and pulmonary tuberculosis. I have a poor immune system myself and easily get sick. Will it be safe for me to visit? He is... | Thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. Pulmonary tuberculosis is infectious disease. It spread through droplets. TThese droplets are produced by patient during coughing, sneezing, laughing, talking, yawning etc. By these acts, patient discharge droplets in the environment and thr... | |
Burning sensation in lips and mouth, dry feeling, cracking in corners of mouth, increased thirst, taste buds look inflamed
My mouth and lips have a burning sensation, lips are dry feeling as if they are wind burned, made worse by eating, slight cracking beginning at corners of mouth, increased thirst, almost feels lik... | acidity or gerd or allergy as food allergy can cause this body start reacting to suddenly to food proteins get allergy specialist consultation to find specific antibodies for milk wheat potato or other foods you take avoid for resultstime being use anti allergic tabamntacidsapply triamsolone mouth paint locally | |
What do bilateral foraminal narrowing and disc protrusions displacement of cervical inter-vertebral disc in an MRI report suggest?
what do terms of broad based posterior spurring , disc osteophyte complex mod. bilateral foraminal narrowing degenerative endplate uptake degenerative facet uptake posterior disc protrusi... | it seems that you have moderate to severe cervical disc problem...due to that there will be nerve compression which causes the complaints you said...for which primarily we advise conservative management with pregabalin 75mg at night and gabapentin 100mg at morning for 2to 4weeks..if complaint persists go for Neurosu... | |
Help required to stop masturbating
Hi my age is 35 years, i am married, but not living with my family because of my job, which is outside the country, to meet my sexual needs instead of doing sex with any girl i preffered to do masterbusting, but day by day it is going to be increase and i am feeling weekness and seve... | Hi ...You are having over masturbation habit ....Try to avoid over practise of it....It is pleasure giving procedure and can be done up to maximum 3 to 4 times in week .If you have habit of porn watching then kept limited of watching it....Yoga done ....Regular exercise helpful ...Behavioural therapy can be taken from ... | |
Can I get pregnant after taking emergency contraceptive pill?
Sir I have my period on 4the June to 8th june and had unprotected sex on 14the. . I am not sure that my bf loose inside me or not . .though I take unwanted 72 on 15th . 1 Can I be pregnant 2 How can I be sure that I am not pregnant 3 Is there any effect on ... | Hello dearI understand your concernYou took the unwanted 722 pill with in 24 hour of sex.It is highly effective in preventing in the pregnancy (95-98% success).So it has 0-5% failure rate in your case.After taking pill, you have to wait for the next period.If next period will delay by more than 14 days then go for urin... | |
Does my egg size suggest I'm pregnant ?
hi doctor . BMI 23.12.and egg size 27mm.now now 10weeks past.urire negative.am i pregnent? hi doctor. BMI 23.12.and egg size 27mm.now now 10weeks past.urire negative.am i pregnent? | Hi mathu,Welcome to HCM. To say with certainty that you are not pregnant requires your normal period to start. No one on this planet can tell you 100 % that you are not pregnant, before that. Negative urine pregnancy test only indicates that you if are pregnant, the pregnancy is not of that duration which can be detect... | |
I have acne on my face. What treatment i should take to control it ?
Hi am sujatha my age is 23 i have acne on my face form 6-7years there are some dents on my cheeks what treatment i can take? To avoid new acne as a solution i have used several creams and my diet is veg and fruits with lots of water but stil i am not... | hi sujatha acne is due to hormonal cause. due to hormonal imbalance you develop acne. only food and cream can not prevent acne. better to consult dermatollogist | |
What are the symptoms of pneumonia?
How can I tell if I have pneumonia or just severe allergies, or something else? I have coughing, wheezing. If I try to run (I am a marathon runner), I start to wheeze and gurgle a few miles into my training. I did cough up yellow mucus for a couple of days, now I have hardly any muc... | Hi welcome to HCMYour symptoms seems more of allergic respiratory disease as you don't have any fever and cough and phlegm has come down. get your self evaluated for the same | |
What causes tightening around my chest?
I am a 17 year old female with no medical conditions, of a slender build. The past week I have had a sore throat and coughing, but as of last night I now have no energy, a tightness around my chest, muscle and joint aches, and occasionally when I urinate it is orange in color. A... | Hello and thank you for asking in HCMYou concerns are similar to a viral condition with sore throat wet cough, slight fever no energy, a tightness around the chest, muscle and joint aches.Usually these lasts for 3-5 days and sometimes a week.During this time it is better to stay at home drink a lot of water or liquid... | |
Suggest natural remedies for IBS
I have IBS for last 5 years, could you please suggest me what can I do. I am not taking medicenes now. I thinking of curing it by myself. I am taking nutrilite fiber product just to have my needed fiber content in my body. Pls suggest me some ways. | Hai,I appreciate your concern. follow the below mentioned advise.Allowed food:a light diet is advised.A light fast can be helpful taking only vegetable soups and a little basmati rice with green gram.ginger, fenugreek, and cumin that stimulate enzyme secretions will improve digestion, absorption, and excretion.take fo... | |
I have mva and hernia mesh problems. Is there any thing that can be done for the pain ?
abdominal hernia repair june 2010, bad MVA: dec.2010. rearended hard enough to buckle roof of my car, and hit 2 vehicles infront of me I was completly stopped. major pain in abdomin. ct done fluid found building up. 2 months later ... | Hi, Thanks for query. It is possible you might have reccurance of hernia. You might have lower abdominal injury inside which might have un noticed giving rise to problem. I think go for laparotomy for find out the lower abdominal injury and repair of hernia. Discuss with your surgeon. Ok and bye. | |
What causes heart palpitations with chest pain here?
Bath Salt - What helps with... The Side Effects? Age: 20, Sex: Male, Weight: 190-185LB I did white pony bath salt, I m experiencing the normal(?) for most people side effects They Are; Increased Heart Rate & Chest Pain (Not sure on this one, really), Paranoia (Reall... | You have taken a substance that is probably a synthetic stimulant with unknown long term effect upon your brain. Palpitations are a side effect of the drug. Your sleep disorder is similarly and effect, both toxic and withdrawal. Similar approved medications and drugs of abuse may produce permanent harm. These substance... | |
What causes chest and wrist pain with family history of heart attack?
I am 37 years old with pvc's and anxiety I take zoloft flecainide pravastati for cholesterol..I have had chest pains on and off for about 2 half years and have had alot of testing done.. Recentle when I do have chest pain my left wrist hurts at the ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Chest pain and arm discomfort along with family history, is a real bad thing. Get stress echocardiography and angiography done at the earliest. Don't delay. Till these tests, keep your blood pressure, sugar and lipid profiles... | |
Suggest an effective alternative to Augmentin
My 15 month old granddaughter has had respiratory infection on top of infection since September he s been on amoxicillin several times and has had frequent ear infections. She got a rash with augmentin and is now on Omnicef. Do you have any other suggestions? I am a nurse ... | Hi,Baby has recurrent ARI with ear infections. She needs a complete course of Amoxicillin, if allergic, then switch to Linezolide.Also, visit an ENT doctor for ear examination to rule out CSOM. Is there any hole in tympanic membrane?Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Sa... | |
What does this MRI report of brain indicate?
I had an MRI done and the results say, 1. A few small faint T2 and flair hyperintensities in the frontal white matter which are nonspecific and may represent early microvascular ischmic foci. 2. No acute infarct on diffuse imaging. 3. Otherwise negative MRI of the brain. ... | Hi. Thank you for using hcm. These changes in whitematter of the frontal lobes are caused by blockage of the very small vessels. When this occurs there is lack of blood supply to the small areas supplied by these vessels resulting in death of brain cells in those areas which show up on MRI as signal changes. These are... | |
How can backache be treated?
Ok. I have been prescribed diclofenac 75mg. I have had allergic reactions to a approx and aspirin so I don t think I should take this medication. Can you recommend another anti imflammatory for my back pain, radiculopathy? Let me know if there is a charge please | hi sir/madam,Let me advice you for your problem.Low back ache may be a pre-monitory (prodromal) symptom in fistula in ano, sciatica, gouty arthritis, hernia, emaciation disorder etc. Pain is confined to lower part of the spine (back bone) especially lumbar region or lumbo-sacral area (rarely sacro-iliac region also). I... | |
Suggest treatment for lower back pain
Im 14 years old with really bad lower back pain. If i stay still in certain positions it won't hurt but when i move around or sit up it will hurt alot then i would go back to a better position and it will stop. So it only hurtrs real bad when i move and stuff. I used to crack m... | welcome to Health care magic.1.I think you don't have to worry much at this age unless you had any trauma.2.Simple thing you have to do now is, visit your GP on normal appointment basis and get a x-ray lumbar spine AP/LAT to see the gross pathology / bony abnormality.3.If there is nothing abnormal seen, just do the bac... | |
What causes persistent tiredness and laziness?
hey there, im 18 years of age so im young im supposed to be full or energy , but im always tired and lazy , i mean extremely lazy , today at 3:30pm i got to pick up my girfriend from school but when i look at the time now i just think to my self i really dont wanna get up... | Hi Welcome to HCMI have gone thru yor query It is a matter of great concern one at this age should not be so lathargic ,lazy that want to sleep all the time .It is not a good sign . Certainly there is something wrong . I suspect you are anemic & suggest you to visit a doctor and get your self checked . Get t... | |
Got cut in a rock, got a itchy rash there. Took Benadryl. Now looking like bruise, bleeds when itched. Treatment?
August I gota rock cut on my leg. After that a itchy rash broke out around it. I thought it was almond alergy or even peanut alergy so I stopped eating peanuts and almonds. I used Benadryl that made it itc... | Hi,Welcome and thanks for posting your query to HCM.After reading your query it appears to be three possibility for your condition:1. Lichen simplex chronicus: It is a simple condition of the skin where there is continuous urge to scratch the skin is present. After any injury there is urge to scratch the area during th... | |
Why face tingles and goes numb while sneezing after stroke?
Female 5 9 174# 52 History of stroke (acute), hypertension, Type 2 diabetes, PKD After my stroke this October, whenever I sneeze, my face (especially my mouth) tingles and goes numb, as well as my arms and hands. I feel like I can t move for about 5 to 10 sec... | The raised intrathoracic pressure while sneezing will reduce the carrdiac output and so the circulation to organs like btain.when there is already a compromised circulation to brain, sneezing is causing reduced bld flow to brain and u hav these symptoms | |
What could be wrong if having pain in chest which hurts to breath deeply?
Chest painsI have had a pain in my chest, going on two days. No signs of heart attack. Its a pain, rated a 4. Its between my breasts. If I breathe deeply pain increases to a 6-7. Same pain when I raise my voice, cougg, sneeze, bend over, pic... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. The way you are describing your pain is more suggestive of pleuritic pain. And most common cause for this is lung infection. So first get done chest x ray to rule out lung infection. If chest x ray is normal then possibility of musculoskeleta... | |
What causes rashes on foreskin after sex?
i mr sandeep nikamfrom last 6-7 month after sex with my wife my panice 4play skin cricked(small rashes on the skin.and after 4-5 days i cant do realation with my wife. i m so tired.but last 2 year i have not this problempl ......help me doctor i m waiting | HelloThanks for query .You are developing cracks and rashes in foreskin after sex with your wife repeatedly since last 6 months .This is mostly due to infection being transmitted through sex from your wife who most likely have a vaginal infection .Please get her checked by qualified Gynecologist and take necessary tret... | |
What causes severe cough in a child?
Hello my daughter is 3 half months. Hes has a terrible cough barking wispy sound. I took her to th3 doctors monday cheast is clear m but it seems to have go worse. Should ibbe worried and do u suggest any medicine witch might help with her cough thanks stacey | your baby likely to viral bronchiolitis ,which needs only symptomatic treatment if you consult many child specialist you will be confused please consult only or if you doubt consult one more ok | |
What caused my brother-in-law s lung clot and foreign substance near his heart?
my brother-in-law was admitted to icu on sat. morning after collapsing..they found a blood clot in his lungs and some sort of a thing as they are calling it , near his heart but no real answers? what do u think it could be and why would a ... | Hello,As you explain the history, it might be an atrial thrombus or myxoma, the cause of clotting.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Jnikolla | |
Q. 2. 5 year old suffering from stomach ache. Which medicine has to be given?
Hi doctor, My son is 2.5 years old. For a week, he is complaining of stomach pain. After farting he is fine. Our family doctor recommended one antibiotic for five days and a medicine to avoid vomiting. He had small vomits twice, but later it... | Hi. I can understand your concerns. Complain of abdomen pain with vomiting suggests that your child probably has acute gastroenteritis or food poisoning. Since, antibiotic is already given and now there are no loose stools or vomiting, there is no need to give antibiotic again. For abdomen pain, you can give syrup Cycl... | |
What could cause severe pain in the hip bones, ankles and lower back?
I have severe pain that transfers from left to right hip in the bone and also in the muscle down to my ankles and in my lower back. Have had cortisone shots and been to doctor but haven t been able to diagnose can you please lead me in the right dir... | Hi, Get an X-ray done for your lumbo sacral area in AP view. If not diagnosed with X-ray , an MRI might be needed. Based on your history, it seems neurological compression due to underlying bone pathology. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care. Regards, Dr. Tanmoy Roy, Gene... | |
Suggest treatment for chronic cough , asthma , dizziness and headache
hello doctor for the last 6 days ive been dealing with a coughing problem at first i thought it was just an asthma attack .. which i usually deal with a inhaler or if it get worse a nebulizer ... ive been coughing rusty green sputum, feeling tired a... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. By your history and description, possibility of lung Infection (pneumonia) is more. Lung infection is common in asthma patients due to poor lung defense. And cough, greenish phlegm, weakness, dizziness etc are common symptoms of... | |
What causes pain, itching and swelling in ankle during pregnancy?
Hi Doctor! I have a swollen ankle, tenderness to touch, itchy, painful and it is really irritating me. I am 3 and half months pregnant and I notice that it comes out only when I am pregnant and for my first baby delivery. Please advise I really need you... | Hi, congrats on your pregnancy, motherhood is the best experience. Pain is in both ankles, it could be reactive arthritis which gets exaggerated, when body is under stress of hormones as is your case now. Try,1 Apply crepe bandages from foot to ankle 2 Take Paracetamol 500 mg BID, its safe in pregnancy.3 keep them elev... | |
What would happen if accidentally using otocomb for eye instead of chlorig?
My child has woken with conjunctivitis. I have accidentally put otocomb ointment in his eyes instead of chlorsig ointment. I have attempted to wash it out after realizing my error ( I understand that it is not for eye use). Do I need to take h... | HI if your kid is having any irritation and gritty sensation after the otocomb ointment application ,please take her to ER.Wash her eyes immediately with saline water | |
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,... | 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 ... | |
Is Motrin likely to help tooth and gum pain?
Pain in gum of upper right tooth-feels deeper than tooth-beyond the gum. Had a deep cleaning done Friday, and the throbbing lessened because they cleaned out infection, but why is it burning again? The tooth is fine-no decay-but deep in there, it is hurting like a bee sting... | Hello, Thank you for consulting with HCM.It can be possible that because of deep cleaning of tooth, now there might be some lacerations on the gums, which is causing this throbbing.So better that you should start with applying gum gel on gums and even gargling with mouthwashes.Hope it will help you. | |
Q. What could be causing this symptom of cloudy urine?
Hello doctor, I am a healthy 32 year old female with no past urologic complaints. Starting three months ago, I had some episodes of cloudy urine and I got a urinalysis and had 1 plus leukocyte esterase and occasional WBC and RBC. Urine culture came back with 100,0... | Hello. Relax and do not worry. The length of female urethra is only 4 cm. So naturally, females are more prone to urinary tract infections (UTI) than males. What are your symptoms at present? Do you have any urinary problems like a poor flow of urine, burning, etc.? UTI usually occurs after sexual intercourse. You are ... | |
Could taking Omeprazole cause high ALT levels in LFT?
Hi I have been taking omeprazole 20mg tablets last 5 months of my pregnancy for preventing extreme heart burn. I recently has liver function test carried out and my alt levels are 211. Consultant will check Nile acids in blood to rule out oc during pregnancy. Would... | Hello dearI understand your concernOmeprazole on long term use damage the liver and cause increase in the Liver enzyme, ALT.Omeprazole is extensively metabolized by the hepatic P450 system and cause damage to the heart like hepatic necrosis.The mild and asymptomatic elevations in serum aminotransferase that have been o... | |
How safe is taking Lexapro for anxiety and depression?
HI,I suffer with depression and anxiety and i have being on lexapro for a lot of years. I sometimes worry about whether I took my meds twice or not. I have them in a box, Mon to Sun, but when i fill it etc I get confused. Would it be dangerous if I took more than ... | Greetings !Well while i will recommend you to be more vigilant and to mark your daily dosing of lexapro so as to avoid confusion but to answer your question the 2 doses of 10 mg lexapro that you might have taken by mistake still fall within the safe therapeutic dose range which is 5-20 mg / day so you need not worry at... | |
Suggest remedies for high BP
are there other factors that indicate if i should be on blood pressure meds or not. my blood pressure goes up and down and can range from 149/108 to 180/114. it doesnt stay at 180 long but is consistently high for the past 3 weeks at least. i dont want to go on meds and was wondering are t... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. After going through your medical details I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that untreated hypertension can lead to many serious health issues and your blood pressure is staying high which definitely needs... | |
Q. I have pain in the left last lower tooth region. What is it?
Hi doctor, I am suffering from pain in the left lower jaw. I do not have any tooth pain, but the skin surrounding the last tooth is troubling me. Please help. | Hello. I think it can be due to pericoronitis. This is a condition where the tissue over the erupting wisdom tooth will get inflamed. Apply anesthetic gel in that area. Do lukewarm saline mouth rinse three to four times a day. If possible attach a picture for better diagnosis. | |
Is there any treatment to change face colour to pink ?
My face colour is normal.I want that my face become pink in just few daysss.plzzzzzzzzzzzzz help me | Hello You could try this facepack. 5 Walnut and 5 Almond soaked in milk overnight. Next day morning add 6-10 rose petals, few drops of lime and bit of multani mitti and apply on the face. Leave it for 20 mins and rinse in cold water. This will only help in getting a glow on your face and it is temporary. Dr.Sneha Sama ... | |
My mom has swollen kidney and stones in it
my mom is suffering with the kidney problem.. having swollen kidney and stones in it please give me suggestion in finding a good doctor please | your mom is suffering from hydro-Nephrosis a condition usually caused by partial obstruction of urinary tract by calculus [stone] or any other pathology when this calculus is removed this hydro-Nephrosis is usually reversed there is very good treatment of Renal and urinari calculies [stones of kidney ,ureters and Bladd... | |
What causes excessive sweating, heart palpitations and labored breathing?
i had a scary incident last night. hot/cold with extreme sweats. heart palpitations. very fast pulse. labored, shallow breathing. fainted. could understand what my husband was saying but unable to respond. thought a warm bath would help but wate... | Hello!Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to a metabolic disorder or an infection. For this reason, I would recommend consulting with your attending physician for a careful physical exam and some tests to investigate for the possible causes... | |
How can severe depression and panic attack be treated?
I am a 62 y.o. woman with a h/o MDD and anxiety who has been on Zonegran for atypical migraines for many years. My Doc and I decided to wean me off of the Zonegren (Zonisamide). I went from 300 mg per day to zero over a period of 2 weeks. During that time, and con... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Even antidepressant are helpful for preventing further migraine attack. Benefit of using antidepressant probably SSRI will be that it will take care of your depression symptoms as well as further migraine attacks. Benzodiazep... | |
Does antibiotics consumption for H.pylori cause nausea and diarrhea?
I have H.pylori and i've been on antibiotics "Clarithromycin, Amoxicillin, Metronidazole" for 6 days now, I still feel sick : diarrhea, nausea, queasy and feel like I have to vomit. I feel like these antibiotics are hurting me as opposed to helping m... | Hi thanks for asking question.You are taking Antibiotic for h.pylori.So these drugs can aggravate gastritis ...You can take omeprazole along with these drugs for preventing further gastric Damage.so start it with these regimen drug.Avoid excess spicy food.Avoid smoking and alcohol.Fruits and green leafy veg taken more.... | |
Suggest remedy for chicken pox
Our 3 yr old has chicken pox and is showing signs dehydration. Not wanting to drink a lot. Goes in and out of a blank stare with fever. Gave coll bath to bring the fever down and has drank some water. Is Tylenol Ok with chicken pox for fever management? How much water should she be d... | Hello,Welcome to Healthcare Magic,Hello,Welcome to Healthcare Magic,Chicken pox is a highly communicable 1-2 days before the appearance of rash and 4-5 days thereafter. After which virus tends to die out and looses the capacity to transmit disease to normal individuals. The scabbing usually begins 4-7 days after the r... | |
Suggest treatment for abdominal pain and shortness of breath
Since past 4 days my throat is so tight its like blocked iam suffering from shortness of breath i feel lots of pressure in my both ears and nose and cheeks when i liying down either side i cant breath....i get pain in my tummy or abdomein because i cant get ... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion you are mostly having viral upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) and complicated by bronchitis. Your all ear and throat symptoms are due to viral URTI and your shortness of breath is mostly due to bronchitis. So better to co... | |
Suggest remedies for hair loss and red sensitive patches on the scalp
hello sir...i m from India.i m 26 years old..i m suffering from hair problem...actually i have lost my hair day by day..firstly red area after that hair will died...and that area feels like very sensitive...i m very worried about it...how can i solv... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your query you have symptoms of hair loss and red sensitive patches on the scalp which can occur due to many reasons like genetic factor, fungal infection and hormonal changes. Sometimes it could be due to improper cle... | |
Suggest remedy for lumps on armpit and neck
Hello, I want to ask about lumps I have in my neck and armpit, about 8weeks ago I noticed a small hard non moving lump behind my left ear, still there and I don't think it's changed in size, after a few weeks I was getting worried so checked other places I found a lump behin... | Welcome to Health care magic.1.History suggest that there are multiple enlarged lymph nodes in neck, axillary region.2.Lymph nodal enlargement is seen in presence of infection / inflammation in local or systemic causes. One of the possible cause could be the recent tonsillitis. 3.In this case an ultrasound examination ... | |
Taking duphaston and clomid. Can I have a baby?
Hi! I m Nette...I am 41 yrs old now and been married for 12 years...me and my husband wanted to have our own baby even we have our adopted child from the Orphanage...I ll try to consult my gynecologist and advice me to take duphaston tablet and clomid bcoz a I have a PCO... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. In your case, it is best to consult an infertility specialist for a detailed hormonal profile evaluation and proper treatment of PCOD. Ovulation inducing drugs will help you in conception. Do have regular sex near your time of ovulation. I hope this information has been both informative... | |
Suggest treatment for pneumonia
My sister has recently had a bone marrow transplant. In June she had a lung infection and since has had breathing problems. She has just been readmitted and a scan showed pneumonia, pus and fluid has been drained and further tests have shown she has a fistula? If this is treated will he... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. Yes, if we treat Fistula, drain pus and fluid and cure pneumonia, her breathing will be eased.Since she is bone marrow transplant patient, possibility of atypical bacterial infection is more likely because of immunosuppression.So get done bronc... | |
What is the treatment of lump on breast ?
I had a small lump under my right breast several months ago that was very sore. It seemed to get better. But then about a week ago I noticed that the same spot was very tender and seemed to be oozing and bleeding occasionally. It is very painful at most all times, but especi... | This must have been a sebaceous cyst . It got regressed with time , to reappear with infection. Nothing much to worry.It is already open. Get an antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medicines. If required go for excision in-toto. | |
Suggest remedy for painful groin
I have been having pain in my left groin area. I am fine when I walk, but if I lift my leg to go up the stairs, sit down in a chair or bend down to put on my shoe it hurts. I have been taking 2 ibuprofen 200 mg 3 times a day for the past two days.Thanks for your help! | Sir can you please tell your age, If you are and old age person your symptoms are pointing towards hip arthritis, If I were your treating doctor I would examine your hip range of motion and any local tenderness and then decide plan of management. | |
What causes a weak heart after having a triple bypass surgery?
my brother is 53 years old and just had triple bypass surgery and his heart is still weak doctors don t know why. his procedure was done at NYU in NYC, any suggestions should i have anther group give him a 2nd opinion if so what group is the best in this f... | hello there the revascularisation sometimes takes time to work depending upon the rehabilitation and medication in tandem .. while sometimes the muscles are unable to revive evn after a revascualarsation processYour brother can be put through a dobutamine thallium test to reach to a conclusionhope that helps | |
How can cough and sinusitis be treated?
I was diagnosed with viral infection. She gave me Doxycycline Hyclate 100mg 2x daily. I ve been taking zinc Tues and I am still coughing and have a lot of sinus issues. Can t eat much just chicken noodle soup. Should I get a second opion. I use inhalers and coughing up phlem. So... | Hello,It seems that Doxycycline is not the right treatment. Please note that antibiotics, such as Doxycycline, are not effective against viruses and viral infections. They are given in order to prevent a viral infection to be complicated by a bacterial infection and usually, such treatment is based on the judgment of y... | |
What causes pain in the joints, hands, feet and fingers?
diagnosed with breast cancer 2yrs ago had 6months of chemotherapy double mastectomty recently had right breast reconstruction cant wait for my left one i av had memory problems of late trouble with word finding also speaking nonsence forgetfullnes short term mem... | Hi, Multiple joint pain can be due to many reasons, but as you are on chemotherapy the most common reason will be vitamin D and calcium deficiency so take proper supplements it might help. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
Lower back pain. MRI shows bulging annulus. Worried
Hi, I am 2 year old female, I feel apprx 7 weeks ago with continuous lower back pain radiating into my leg. I got an MRI 3 weeks ago and it states L3-L4 have a prominent bulging annulus identified which is board-based with anterior thecal sac effacement no gross nerv... | Usually bulging annulus may not be a problem however if you have congenitally narrow canal then it may become important as the space for the neural structure is compromised. I need to know how is the disc signals? are they normal or totally black on MRI. If they are black then it indicated early changes in the spine an... | |
Is it possible to conceive with one tube blocked?
Hello I am 34 yrs female want to concieve from last 5 years.....I am taking treatment form last 3 yr. My husband's(36 yrs) reports are Normal. During test ,doctor reported that one of my Tube is partially blocked.During sonography we found that eggs een at blocked ecti... | Ya. .it's possible to concieve even with one tube blocked...do follicular study after taking clomiphene from day two and till follicle size increase to 18 mm den rupture den iui for early results. .. | |
Low sperm count& motility
I am 40 yrs old.I am facing a problem that is my sperm count and motility is low. My weight is 60kg,& height 5.9 | Hi Welcome to HealthcareMagic You need to be examined by a doctor for any associated conditions leading to low count and motility for eg. Varicocele , infections etc. Once cause is established treatment can be started. Avoid smoking and alcohol. Nutritious diet and antioxidants like vit E and C are of help. Post your s... | |
Can dengue cause high fever with ear pain?
sir, my child is suffering from high fever 103 from last 10 hrs .he is 12 yrs old and weighs 51kg and is strong, one month back he had dengue and now i feel its the same again.he is no other rashes or joint pain except pain in one ear. we are giving him fluids and sponging an... | Dear FriendWelcome to HCM.I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I understand your concern.Pain in ear is not a symptom of dengue.He might be suffering from:1. Acute Tonsillitis/ Pharyngitis2. Ear Infection- Otitis Media.I would advise you to get it evaluated by a doctor, if required antibiotic like Augmentin would be started.Till t... | |
How to overcome masturbation addiction?
Hii doctor I m very feeling bad because I m not control our mind I m daily masturbation,I m look any sexy image or video then I m not control our then go hurry up do masturbation but doctor please give me some ideas stop masturbation And give me idea I want grow our weight and b... | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forumIn short: Will power is the solutionExplanation: Masturbating now and then after excitement is normal. If it is a habit then it is better to consut a psychiatrist for advise. If you have the will power you can. Divert your mind from this to playing games, readi... | |
How much time does the fractured tibia take to recover?
Hi, I had flu about a week ago and since then have had a cough. It is starting to go and is not on my chest, mostly seems like I still have a lot of catarrh in my system. I am pretty much back to normal apart from cough. Would it be ok for me to go swimming as I ... | hi,the question and the history are different. still I will go along with your history. You mentioned you had flu and having cough. You should do deep breathing exercises and perform costal breathing exercises to make lungs stronger. I know it's boring thing to do but it does miracles as well. If you want to go for swi... | |
What causes vision abnormalities and dizziness in a child?
My 7 year old is having vision abnormalities, almost like what someone would experience when they are dizzy (room seems like it s moving) but she doesn t say she is dizzy. She complains of a headache though not at the same time, and is having frequent nose ble... | HIWell come to HCMIf this is visual problem in pediatric age group then this need to be ruled out for refractive error, else this may not be the dizziness, and this is the best option you have, in my opinion it should be neglected, better to see the ophthalmologist, take care. | |
Suggest consequences with hemolytic anemia
My granddaughter, age 13, has igA warm hemolytic anemia. This was a sudden onset and she is currently at the Cleveland Clinic. She is currently getting IV steroids and fluids.My questions are: is this the only treatment? - will she always have this disorder? -and can it be fa... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. She has autoimmune hemolytic anemia. Her body produces antibodies against her own rbcs so her. So thete is immune mediated destruction of rbcs.This disease remains life time. It can bd fatal sometimes. Treatment is immunosuppressive drugs like s... | |
How to treat swelling in upper right calf?
I stepped up on a ladder, heard a loud snap in my upper right calf and it began hurting and swelling immediatey - this was two days ago. I didn t do anything to treat it at first because I was out of town for a Wedding and couldn t rest. Once I got home the next afternoon, I ... | Hello, I have studied your case and I think that you may have a muscular injury. It is common during sudden twisting. I would suggest you visit an orthopedic doctor and get it checked. Most probably it is a grade 2 muscle strain. He will suggest you painkiller tablets with local ointment. Continue ice application. Avoi... | |
Suggest treatment for schizophrenia
10 years ago my son was diagnosed as having schizophrenia. about two months ago he began laughing often with no apparent reason. he also talks outloud some. he takes medicine which is same he has had for several years. I want him to go to neurologist and have mri. hes 47 and smart b... | Hello thanks for askingI can understand your concern. Laughing without any reason or inappropriate laughter, talking with someone probably due to hallucinations are features of persistent psychosis in Schizophrenia. He is not willing to take treatment and is avoiding visiting a doctor for evaluation. All these can't be... | |
What causes pain in heels and ankles?
For about two weeks I have been suffering with pain in my heels and my ankles. especially first thing of a morning and I d does carry on for most of my day. It s becoming annoying and limiting my ability to walk. Any ideas? I have an OC health dept at work, which I my visit tomorr... | Hello, Thanks for writing to us, I have studied your case with diligence.As per your symptoms there is possibility of calcaneal spur along with plantar fasciitis leading to heel pain.It is advisable to wear low heel shoe to maintain centre of gravity of whole body.Shoe/footwear should be with soft sole. You can use sil... | |
What is the treatment for depression and anxiety disorder?
Dear doctor, I have been addicted corex and rexcof cough syrup since 14 months and now as I want to stop it but couldnot as it is givving lot depression,headache,bad mood,hand shivering,running nose.muscle discontrol,sleeplessness and becoming short tempered..... | Hi,Thanks for writing to healthcaremagic.You are suffering from opioid dependence.Whenever you get less than your usual dose or you stop taking corex ,then withdrawal symptoms arise like running nose,lacrimation, leg cramps, diarrohea, bodyache, headache etcYour depressed mood is also mostly due to your opioid dependan... | |
Suggest treatment for asthma and chest thightness
Hi. My 15 year old has asthma. She is experiencing tightness in her chest, rising fever, and a cough with yellow phlegm. It started today. Should we treat her at home or wait until tomorrow to see if she improves? Didn t realize there was a charge for a response. Never... | Hello,Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your daughter's history and would like to make suggestions for her as follows:1. As she has fever and yellow phlegm, I would suggest her to start antibiotics like amoxycillin or azithromycin.2. As she is a known asthmatic and has experiencing tightness in chest, I would ... | |
Suggest treatment for chest congestion and breathing difficulty
Phlegm in heart & unable to breathe Male, 86 My grand father is not feeling well from few days. Almost losing control & forgetting things. He even fell in the bathrooms & lost lot of blood due to head in injuries. Yesterday, we was in ICU & doctors though... | Hello,At the age of 86 and with those complaints, possibility of survival is very very rare. Need of ventilator itself suggests poor prognosis and outcome. In my clinical opinion, his chances of survival are 0.1/10. And he can stretch for 2-3 days more ventilator.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can as... | |
Are potassium levels related to seizures?
I started having adult onset seizures afew years ago.In each case I was told my potassium levels were too low,yet this has never been brought up by my neurologist.If this isn't an issue with seizures why do they check.If it is an issue,what can I do to help | Hi, seizures are common in hyponatremia, hypomagnesemia , hypoglycemia but not common in hypokalemia .seizures when occur they can cause potassium changes . Thats why potassium level is checked. Thanks | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it... | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologis... | |
What is Forcan-150 given for ?
Hi why we con use forcon-150 | Forcan 150 or fluconazole is to be taken once a week after meals preferably with an antacid for fungal or ringworm infections on skin, arm-pits or groin. Along with Forcan you can use a locally acting cream like quadriderm and keep the part dry. Continue for 4-8 weeks and do a haemogram test every 15 days | |
Undergoing treatment for lupus nephritis, have involuntary finger movement, eases with massage, delayed taking Epofit injection. Harmful?
Hi, This is Pradip kumar,my wife has a disease called lupas nephraitis ..she is almost cured..but the doctor has asked her to take Epofit 6000 injuction for a month(4 times)..but as... | The finger problem does not seem to be related to epofit. That is mainly for the anemia.however don't delay the injections as they are for the hemoglobin. | |
What causes pain in the jaws and headaches?
I have a sore left jaw, upper and lower, and it radiates toward my ear, and I get a headache. I went to the Chiropractor and he told me my neck was all messed up, but if it didn t go away to see an MD for possible heart attack. I am 47 with no known heart problems. When it h... | Hello,You may be grinding your teeth causing stress on the TMJ. I mention this because of the chiropractor telling you your neck has some problem. A night guard can be helpful if you grind your teeth at night and offer some relief. Your dentist can evaluate your bite and make a recommendation.You may have an infection ... | |
Suggest remedy to stop frequent biting of inside cheek
about a mnth ago my bottom right wisdom tooth was coming through and i ended up with what looked and felt like a blister on the gum. it disappeared after a few days. however for the past 2 weeks i have started biting my cheek on my right hand side whenever i close... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The cheek biting and the swelling of the gums over the wisdom tooth could be because of the pericoronitis. Consult a oral physician and get a radiograph done to rule out whether sufficient space is there for the wisdom tooth to erupt.If the space is not available th... | |
How to improve my immune system to fight verruca?
Hi i have got a verruca and its very very painful, i am applying salicyclic acid solution (17%) but for past 3 days it has become very painful..... it is still blackish, what best i can do to improve my immune system to fight the virus ? please let me know, | Hi, thanks for using healthcare magicThe use of probiotics, wide range of fruits and vegetables, healthy foods , multivitamins and appropriate level of activity can help improve the immune system.In addition the treatment of any chronic illnesses such as diabetes and avoiding immune suppressing medications such as ster... | |
Suggest treatment for hepatitis b
recently i know that i'm hepatitis b positive when i went to donate blood. i don't know from how many days i'm affected and how much affected. before 20month i donated blood this time i was not affected. how can i know that how much risk i have? what should i do now please suggest me. | Your hepatitis b is positive however it does not mean that you have active infection at present. Its depends on your previous infection or vaccination and your immunisation status. So it requires proper investigation first and then take treatment accordingly. | |
Have stomach pain, back pain, nausea. Can it be due to red bull?
I am a college student and tend to drink A LOT of redbull for late night study sessions. Recently I have been suffering from crippling stomach pain that is sharp at moments, but usually a dull ache that causes nausea and radiates to my back. This has bee... | Hi Red bull can be the culprit. If you are getting pain and nausea regularly,please stop it and take Rabeprazole with Domperidone and antispasmodic Dicyclomine. If pain comes even after stopping Redbull,please get an Ultrasound abdomen and Upper GI endoscopy. Wish you good health Regards | |
Can taking birth control pills decrease libido and cause migraines?
hi...am 28 female....have been taking birth control pills past two years....have suffered with decreased libido...so my q is is that a common side effects...also suffering with migraine...what should i do ?....should i stop taking the medicine or chan... | HiHormonal pills can cause dizziness,fatigue,mood and behavioural changes, migraine headache are some of the common side effects. These can cause stress and lower sexual interest.Hormonal contraceptives can also lower libido in some women. It is estimated that between Five to Ten percent of all women who take the pill... | |
How are shrinking kidneys treated?
Hi, I am Alankrita from India. My cousin, 16 years old just got diagnosed that his kidneys have shrunk to the size of 7 and 8. He has no symptoms, no problems with his physical activities. During a normal check up, this diagnosis came up. Please advise the cure and treatment | HelloThanks for query .Your cousin who is 16 years old has done his ultrasound scan and have been told that his kidneys are shrinking .The figures of the size of the kidney that you have posted seem to be normal for his age .It is the cortico Medulary differentiation that is important to decide whether the kidneys are... | |
Why am I having burning eyes?
i had a unprotected sex 1 year ago with a girl . 2 month 10 days after sex i was tested non-reactive. after that sex i am suffering from burning eyes is there any risk? also i was suffering from cold like symptoms and fever (typhoid) | HiI feel it is highly unlikely that your present symptoms are related to your 2 year back sexual encounter.Get your eyes examined by the opthalmologist to rule out conjunctivitis and any refractory errors.Take care | |
Suggest treatment for persistent fever in kids
Hello,My 6 yr old has had fever since 11pm last night ranging from 100-103.5, I have been giving him motrin & tylenol, have given him a cool bath midday. When I called dr earlier I was advised to continue w meds & to call back in the morning if fever continued. He was @ 1... | the best treatment of fever are antpyretic like motrin,paracetamol, brufen etc.but is better to know what caused that fever to the child.is better treat the causes of fever instead of remaining using ant fever only.so you need to send your child to hospital for further investigation. | |
Suggest treatment for severe pain in the knees and hips
the pain in my knees and hips and legs are the most severe pain. i was diagnosed with sarcoidosis and givin planquinal it worked beautifully for a year now things are so much worse. i cant get up cant walk up and down steps trip all over forget every thing i am a... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The pain in your case can be relieved symptomatically with the help of pain killers. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Q. Oil-like substance is floating from my stools. What is going on with me?
Hello doctor,I am having digestive issues for some time, gotten a bit worse. Symptoms: bowel bloating and pain after meals or sometimes on empty stomach middle of the night, mornings, acid reflux with everything I eat, I eat purely healthy, pu... | Hello. You have acid peptic disease (peptic ulcer) which is usually controlled by PPI (proton pump inhibitor). You are already taking this. If you could not correct dietary practices, you may not get complete relief. You should avoid, chilly, fresh onion, and oily foods (fried items) and non- vegetarian foods. Stomach ... | |
Could the molars be the cause for tooth pain at the front in a 2 year old?
My 2 year old boy is complaining of tooth ache at the front. His back bottom molars are coming through, could this be putting pressure on the teeth at the front? Whilst I haven't seen him fall or bang his chin, his bottom teeth do feel quite ... | HiWith your query, it could be teething pain you can just watch and see usually eruption if molars will not cause any pain in front teeth unless there is not enough space in the jaw to accomodate the tooth but this cannot be diagnosed by now so I would suggest you wait and see if symptoms persist plz consult pedodontis... | |
Can holistic treatment be preferable for vulvar cancer?
I have Vulvar Cancer and just finished Chemotherapy, I also had a CT scan that showed the cancer was still growing even after the treatment, so my question is what is your opinion on holistic treatment, I was in stage 4 when I started treatment and this is the se... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. If you have stage 4 cancer then chemotherapy and radiotherapy is the treatment of choice. Surgery may not helpful in stage 4 cancer. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I... | |
What are the causes for waxy skin in a diabetic patient ?
hi Iam huda may you tell me causes of waxy skin in diabetes patients? | Hi, In diabetes due to metabolic disorder skin loses its luster and due to fat mobilization skin becomes thin and shining So skin is thin and shining it looks waxy. | |
Suggest treatment for numbness in thigh and tingling sensation in feet
Hi my name is Kathy. I have spondylitis and I suffer a lot of nerve and syattic pain 24/7 Today is different my right thigh is numb to my knee so I pocked my thigh with a fork and their is no pain in that part of my leg. My feet still have the same... | You need to consult Neurologist Immediately. There may be possibility of any further nerve roots or canal stenosis acutely by the protruded intervertebral disc. Possibly your doctor will perform NCV/EMG and MRI spine to look for the cause. Another possibilty can also be a minor stroke which involved left thalamus which... | |
Any suggestion for child suffering from fever, cough, cold and joint pains?
My daughter is 6years old. She's been down with a fever since Thurs. her fever has been ranging from 37.9 to 38.3. She also has cough and colds. We've been giving her paracetamol and cough meds. She doesn't seem weak. She's not complainin... | Hi, only paracetamol and anti cold medicine is not going to core her respiratory tract infection and antibiotics are needed to be given to her only then she can recover well.anti biotics like ampi-cloxacin or co-amoxi-clav or roxithro can be given to her an dsome vitamins including vitamin C should be given, but i advi... | |
How should low platelet count and WBC count be treated?
Sir, Recently when performing my routine health checkup, i found that my blood platelet count have been reduced to 90,000 (report date 31.3.2010). My WBC count is also close to the lower normal limit of 4.7 X 10^3. Last test was performed on 17.11.2008 and my pla... | Hi, Somit DasI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Your wbc count and platelets count are slightly low. Even simple viral infection can leads to this. So no need to worry at thos stage. You should go for follow up complete blood count at monthly intervals. If it goes very low then bone m... | |
Are Cap Androanagen, Minoxidil Topical Solution and Sternon-S Lotion effective for hair fall problem?
Hello Doctor, Good Morning. As i visited a Doctor couple of months ago for Hair Fall Problem. They have prescribed me Cap Androanagen for 6 months alternative days, Minoxidil Topical Solution USp 5% - 5ml regularly at... | Hello. Thank you for writing to usAfter going through the treatment that has been prescribed to you it seems that you have androgenetic type of alopecia/ hair loss.You have been asked to use minoxidil solution and oral saw palmetto extract.Androgenetic alopecia is characterized by gradually progressive thinning and hai... | |
Suggest treatment for cerebral palsy with quadriplegia
hi this sumit from delhi india . my daughter is suufering from cerebral pasy with quadriplegia . she is 5 now,. she still cant hold her neck and she is just 12 kg . ,. can u please tell me whether she can be normal in all her life or what else can we do for her . ... | hello, Mr Sumit, Let me share with you the truth of Cerebral Palsy, This is a non progressive condition and it will never be normal. You NEED TO EXCEPT the truth to continue her care. Physiotherapy and proper nutrition will help her. You may please visit a developmental pediatric center close to your vicinity, which yo... | |
Suggest treatment for non reducible hernia in scrotum
hi..i am 69 years old,have a non reducible hernia,that has filled my scrotum,i have had 2 heart attacks,with 5 stents placed in my arteries,my cardiologist advised me against gettind it repaired,because he says I could easily get a blood clot,since I take a blood t... | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forumIn short: Surgery is risky but not impossibleExplanation: Your reducible hernia has turned into non reducible now and may inturn gets obstructed and can cause emergency problem. So, surgery is risky in you but there are surgeons who take challenges and surgey can be done under ... | |
Suggest treatment for low sperm count with loose testicles
55 years old male with two significant symptoms: very very low semen volum and loose testes skin specially at the sex time. My test results are : LH= 1.41 (from normal range of 2.8 to 6.8 ) and testesterone = 3.1 Can my situation be changed to normal as it u... | hellothank you for trusting HCMdear your testosterone you mentioned 3.1 is it free testosterone??or bound or total??. it is low if you mentioned in ng/dl. some times andropause may cause low testosterone levels may need replacement. please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. I think I answere... | |
Is excessive masturbation due to kidney stones?
Hi sir, I used to masterbute every alternate day or sometimes everyday. I had problem of kidney stones.Is it problematic for me to masterbute frequentely?Is it bcoz of kidney stones I like to masterbute? My age is 27 years currently.. I wanted to leave this habit. Thanks... | there is no relation of masterbation and kidney stones. masterbation is not always bad.many people of your age masterbate. don't worry. | |
How to cure reoccurring groin injury due to playing soccer?
I have a had a reoocureinggroin injury because of soccer. I have played on it recently an it fees fine while running but it bothers me when I am laying down and sitting down. It is a dull pinching feeling. It also seems if I over stretched it would tear? YYY... | Hi,As an Urologist,i can understand your anxiety. You should get an Urologist examination done and then do a scrotal scan. It's called a scrotal doppler ultrasound scan.It'll clear all doubts about the injury to the testis. The testis are seen very clearly and if normal, there's nothing to worry. The U/S-KUB will clear... | |
Q. Can stimulant medication be prescribed after an episode of psychosis?
Hello doctor, Is it ever appropriate to prescribe stimulant medication after an episode of psychosis? I am a patient that has done well on them in the past and is struggling to mange my ADHD without them. The psychosis happened last year during a... | Hello. You have raised a very pertinent question. Stimulant medication can raise the risk of relapse in psychotic symptoms. If psychotic symptoms were clearly treatment-emergent, generally it is not advisable to try stimulants again. If ADHD symptoms are problematic, you can discuss with your doctor about trying non-st... | |
Suggest treatment for lung cancer
In the past 3 years I have had lung cancer, prostrate radition & bladder cancer surgery . I just completed 5 0f 6 bcp treatments. I have lost 35 pounds in the last few years, not planned. For the past few months I have a dry mouth and loss of appetite Is there a specialist I could go ... | Go to a cancer specialist. get your complete staging work up done so as to diagnose any kind of recurrence of cancer or progression | |
Suggest remedies for dark, blackish bruise on nose bridge
My nose bridge has a dark blackish bruise (and is also scarred) and it has been like this for almost 4 years although I do not wear my glasses that regularly and discarded the ones that initially caused this. It has really started to bug me and I have no idea h... | Hi. I would suggest you the application of a cream by name MELAS . It is an ayurvedic cream which helps in reduction of dark patches.Application : While using for the first time squeeze out required / small amount of cream and apply gently on affected area for 5 min using your finger tips, to check for irritation. If n... | |
Q. I get tinnitus in my right ear after self irrigating the ear for wax. Did I damage my ear?
Hello doctor, Since about a week and a half ago, I have had tinnitus in my right ear. This was after self irrigating the ear with one of those squeezy syringes that come with the Otex ear drops. Before doing this, I was putti... | Hi. It is always dangerous to predict and take action in case of their own health. The tinnitus in your case is not due to earwax, it may be due to the blockage of the eustachian tube (tube connecting middle ear and back of the nasal cavity, its primary work is to equalize pressure between environment and middle ear). ... | |
Suggest treatment for lump near the rectal area
I have a bump on my bottom next to my rectal area . its been about 5 days & its very painful . I took a needle and burned the end of it , after that I poked where I seen the white head and it popped . there was blood , black stuff & pus that came out ! It also smells rea... | Hi,From history it seems that there might be having anal abscess giving this problem.Due to cut or soreness due to constipation there is infection leading to abscess formation.Go for one antibiotic, anti-inflammatory medicine course for 5 days.Clean the local part with antiseptic lotion and dress it with antibiotic cre... | |
Need dosage information on the use of oral contraceptive pills
Hi, I am 21 years old VIRGIN girl. I have three questions: I am getting married next month, My period is due 7-8 days before my marriage date. Can I start taking Saheli (OC Pill ) pill before my marriage; on 1st day of my period (I mean before having First... | Hi Welcome to HCM Saheli is a weekly oral contraception pill but has to be started twice weekly for 12 weeks and then onward it is once weekly. After the periods end, during the next 7 days, there is no ovulation and hence conception do not occur. The week after these days are the ideal days for conception and then aga... |
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