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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 ... | |
Suggest remedy for back pain during pregnancy?
Hi I am 4 months pregnant. I am taking doxinate regularly, still I vomit every alternate day. Sometimes three or four times in morning. Could you please suggest any other wayout for the same. I have back pain and pelvic area pain from last one week. Is there any wayout to... | Welcome to healthcaremagic,Getting some back pain is fairly common during pregnancy due to loss of calcium and increased strain on your back muscle due to growing baby. Use a pillow to support your back while seated and use it in between your legs to support them while sleeping. Use a hot water back to give heat to you... | |
Have chest congestion, cough. Taken Zpac and inhaler. Feeling tired. Normal?
Hello, I am 50 year old female with noisy, wheezy chest congestion and cough . just finished a z pac and have an inhaler . Realistically, how long will this take to clear as i work with kids and it sounds awful. missed the whole week. i am ti... | you can add antiallergics along with inhaler take montair fx(combination of montelucast and fexofenadine twice a day syp ventrolin 1 tsf tds syp tossex tsf bd add liqiud antacid take for 2 week | |
What is the best treatment for skin rash post knee replacement surgery?
i had a knee replacement a week ago and am instructed to only get out of bed 5 times a day for 5 minutes. It s all about pain and edema control. I started with a rash about 2 days post op and it is getting worse. It is itchy and it is only on my b... | Hi, The rash could be an urticaria or a drug induced hypersensitivity reaction or Tinea cruris. Treatment is entirely different for all these three conditions. So, the diagnosis could be made only after proper examination. I request you to consult your dermatologist for confirming the diagnosis and for initiating the t... | |
Should i do a pregnancy test if i have missed my period?
Hello, -My last period was June 24th and my cycle is 28 days very regular. -I had intercourse July 11th and 12th.-I had a strange headache July 18th and 19th-My period was suppose to come yesterdayI am wondering if I could do a pregnancy home test today and get ... | Hi, I have read your query and feel your concern is valid.The egg release takes place 14 days prior to next expected menses. Your next menses were expected on 22 July. So the egg release was expected around 8th July. The egg has got a life of 24 hours while sperms are active for 3 days. Hence a week around day of egg r... | |
What does this chest X-ray report indicate?
I have a chest x-ray result stating the following veiling of left costo-phrenic angle increased broncho-vascular markings with hilar congestion peri brronchal thickenung and left peri-cardiac basal consolidation patch. I cant see a doctor for a few days and i am worried Is 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 this X-ray report is showing pleural effusion and para cardiac pneumonitis which develop due to severe medical condition and... | |
Onsite for depo shot, have headaches, hair loss, weight gain, no sex drive. Any suggestions ?
On-site for a depo shot and not sure if I should. I"'ll be 50 in August..I"'ve been having constant headaches, hair loss, feeling bigger, weight gain about 15 lbs but I can't get it off. I have previously lost 96lbs and have ... | Hi, you have head ache , hair loss, weight gain, no sex drive, always tired, in this situation it is not preferable to have a depo shot. you can have a intrauterine devise, or pills, so that you can with draw when ever you have some side effect. Thank you. | |
What causes frequent sneezing and hiccups?
I have an 8 year old little girl. She started out with a sneezing attack so severe we went to the ER. She was sneezing back to back - 400 sneezes in an hour. We had just moved into an apartment & once we left the apartment her allergies/sneezing went away, but because of the ... | The sneezing and hiccups are indeed due to allergic reaction to some agent present in the apartment. Even though you have moved away from the apartment, some trigger might still be present. Identifying that might be really difficult. Fatigue of the diaphragm cannot occur as otherwise her respiration has to stop which i... | |
What is the life expectancy when suffering from oesophagus cancer?
I have a daughter in law with oesophagus cancer and has had for 2 years. What is the life expectancy? Cancer had metasticized to the lungs and liver but after being on a trial drug those tumors have disappeared. However the cancer is the oesophagus sti... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. She has osophageal cancer with metastasis to lung and liver. So it is stage 4 cancer. Surgery is not helpful. Treatment options are chemotherapy and radiotherapy depending on type and grade of cancer. It is just palliative treatment. It can not... | |
What are effects of having anal sex?
Hey Doctor Im 16 years old and i had unprotected anal sex with my girlfriend but only for abput 1 min but i am still scared i might have caught a disease but i dont know because shes a virgin and her prostate was clean help me please i dont know who to tell | Hello,Welcome to HCM,Sexually transmitted infections can be transmitted by unprotected sex by vagina, oral and anus. Whenever the mucosa comes in contact with the mucosa or the skin there will be chance of transmission of the STIs.The most common STIs are chlymadia, trichomonas, herpes, hepatitis and HIV can be transmi... | |
Had paralysis attack. Has blood clots in brain. Complaining of eyesight, recognizing issues. Treatment?
Hello sir, My mother got a paralysis attack 7 years back on right hand side and doctors at that said that she has got blood clots in brain..and after a week of tratment she was fine and back to normal. from last few... | hello I think she had an attack of Stoke which had affected her eyes.If the bleed or clot affects the Occipital Lobe(back Portion) of the brain, vision will be affected. Most strokes are ischemic (usually due to blockage of an artery), but some are hemorrhagic (due to rupture of an artery). Transient ischemic attacks r... | |
How to cure pain and fluid leak due to a knee injury?
What is the yellow fluid that is drained from the knee. I injured my knee a year ago. Initially got cortizone shot, felt good for about 6 months.,last 3 months terrible pain. Today drained knee but I forgot to ask what the fluid was and why was it yellow. | Clear yellow colour fluid is the normal joint fluid or synovial fluid of the knee. If it is thick, opaque yellow, then it is infected knee joint. | |
What causes the lump on the forehead to grow?
Trying to find out what type of physician to make an appt. with for my son who has a hard bony lump on his forehead. It has grown over the last 1-1/2 years and it feels like a bone. It's in the middle of the left side of his forehead. He hasn't complained that it bother... | Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.I would advise you to see a Neurosurgeon. He is the most experienced to deal with this and possible connections inside the skull.You should go for high resolution contrast enhanced CT scan for a proper diagnosis. | |
What causes dizziness during pregnancy?
Dear doctor, I am now 6 months pregnant and suddenly feeling so full of myself. I ate well yesterday but suddenly after about 4 hrs i threw up everything. I hv noticed neusia late night when i wake up to drink water. I feel also mild headache and dizziness, baby s movements are ... | Hello!Welcome on Healthcaremagic!I understand your concern and would explain that your symptoms are quite normal during pregnancy. They do not indicate any serious medical disorder. The nausea after eating could be related to abdominal distension or gastro-esophageal reflux. The headaches and dizziness could be explain... | |
Q. Will IgG antibodies take care of the secondary infection in a HSV 1 postive patient?
Hello doctor, I recently have had tests done after I was with someone that I do not trust after the fact. The only thing I have come up positive for is the common HSV 1. I remember having one outbreak when I was young and no outbre... | Hello. I understand your concern. Please follow the following facts. 1. Once you get infected with HSV-1 (herpes simplex virus), as you had been in childhood, IgG antibodies remain there in the blood indefinitely or life long. 2. They help in containing further episodes, so subsequent episodes of herpes are always les... | |
What causes pain in knees after an injury?
In August I fell while on vacation tripped in the city of Toronto over a grate sticking up on the concrete sidewalk and fell not once but twice and banged the outerside of the knee. That night put ice on front and back of knee. However, now if I twist it a certain way or go t... | Hi, Definitely, you have a ligament injury whether lcl or meniscus. Apply a knee immobilizer and get your MRI scan of your knee to establish a diagnosis. Treatment includes rest, knee immobilizer, anti-inflammatory drugs, physiotherapy and in some cases surgery is required. Hope I have answered your question. Let me kn... | |
What could lump on bottom lip oozing pus and liquid be?
I ve got a lump on the edge of my bottom lip. It initially started as a small red bump but over the last week has swollen. It feels like it is filled with fluid and a small amount of pus came out. If I apply a little bit of pressure I can see there are about 3 wh... | hi.based from your description, it could be folliculitis. this usually occurs after shaving, when hair is accidentally pulled out and inflammation and infection occurs, or when there's an irritation or an inflammatory reaction from chemicals. inflammation from uninfected follicles will subside in a few days time on its... | |
Suggest treatment for dryness in the palms
i have been diagnosed wtih Meniere's Disease. I have hearing loss in both ears, ringing in both ears. I don't have the fullness in either ear that they say goes with Meniere's. I have been having vertigo. I am seeing a doctor now and have had three intratypanic steriod i... | Hi,You can use emolients, or creams that contain urea 10-20 %, 2 times a days for your palms.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards,Dr Ardiana | |
What can cause numbness in the right hand?
my right hand is numb to touch things and sometimes i drop things cause i cant feel that im holding things and also it stings alot at times that i just want to cut off my hand im right handed so its hard for me to write type or do other stuff what do u think that could cause ... | Hi, The numbness that you feel can be related to a nerve compression. getting a nerve conduction study and consulting a neurologist will help. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Praveen Tayal, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
What causes pains in shoulder blades, lower head and feet?
My husband has been suffering with pain in the lower part of his left side of his head, muscle pains in both shoulder blades, sharp stabbing pains in his feet, and his lower back on the left side has a movable lump that is hurting him we have been to neurologi... | hi,this complains looks like having more of the lumbar spine disc issues. as in this situation of having disc protrusion or prolapse gives radiating pain in the lower limbs that is the legs. for shoulder blades it can be due to tight trapezeius muscle or interscapular muscle spasm. For both the issues you can meet up a... | |
My partner is having chemo and can she drink the tea of guanabana leaves?
Hi doctor, I have a question My partner is having a treatment with chemo and radio rx for cancer. I have read that the leaves of the Guanabana are also a very strong against cancer, what is your idea about this and can she drink the tea of the l... | No harm in taking tea with Graviola. But remember that if leaves can cure cancer and boost immunity then why all this struggle with chemo and RT. True that antioxidant properties exist in fresh fruits and vegetables and that helps in immunity. That doesn't mean that their intake only is sufficient. Gaviola can be taken... | |
What causes blood in sperm after sex?
This mornin after sex I noticed blood in my sperm. It hurt when I came and that's when I noticed the blood. I have a small amount of blood that dripped out in my boxers later on in the day. No blood when I pee but it stings a little. What is it and what do I do. | Dear, We understand your concernsI went through your details. Seeing blood in the semen can make a man anxious. Fortunately, it doesn't always signal a major medical problem. If you are younger than 40 with no related symptoms and no risk factors for underlying medical conditions, blood in semen often disappears on its... | |
Myeloma patient, after 2nd transplant protein immumofixation test reveals to oligoclonal pattern of IGg. Suggestions ?
Hi myeloma patient since 1999 I had my first transplant at 2000, and the second at 2011. Aim in good healt now ,after my 2nd transplant my protein immumofixation test reveals to oligoclonal pattern of... | usually it is very rare to have both kappa and lambda expression together. you can repeat the test after one month. main thing to look for is free light chain assay and immunofixation | |
Suggest treatment to reduce swelling on wrist
I hurt my wrist a month ago, I believe I slept on it. If I move it a certain way to the side, my wrist feels as if it comes out of place, it literally makes a noise when it goes back into place. I have two veins around my wrist that seem to be swollen. I only feel pain in ... | Hi, As of now you can use analgesics/anti inflammatory combination like Aceclofenac/Seratiopeptdase for symptomatic relief. You can consult an orthopaedician and plan for an MRI scan to make a diagnosis. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Fam... | |
Suggest treatment for swelling in the site of broken toe
I broke my second toe 2 years ago when I ran into a suitcase. I went for an x ray to receive the diagnosis that it was in fact broken. It healed and now about a month ago I has started swelling and I cannot wear hardly any of my shoes. I went to orthopedic dr tw... | If it is same place where you were previously hurt then this could be post traumatic arthritis, that require few days ice application, analgesic and rest for 2 weeks.Other possible causes xab be gout, rarely freiberg disease. | |
Had oral surgery, severe pain, pain giving fits. Treatment?
Hi: I had oral surgery today and I've been in pain a lot of it all day. I was taking lorcet but it didn't work and my dr. gave me meperitab 50 meg. with 25 mg. Phenergan. I'm still in a lot of pain. I can't get it to ease down. I had a half tab of Xanax a co... | Hello,I have gone your concern.Please mention us which oral surgical process you have gone through? Is it an extraction or any other surgery related to bone or soft tissue,so that we can give you best advice.Kindly give us description to help you.Thank you. | |
How to get rid of groin pain?
Hi. I had an angiogram through the groin two weeks ago and an Angioseal was used. The next morning I had a haematoma which was stopped at the hospital by pressure by the ward sister. After four days rest I went back to work. As a podiatrist I sit on the edge of my seat to attend to people... | 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 | |
Suggest medicine for loose motion in babies
my girl child age-5months,she has loose motions in a day 5times.im using the colstrom-250mg+proniotic2Billion cfu+prebiotic 50mg+selenium10mcg+zinc3mg+vitamin c5mg. since 5days,but diahrrea not controlling.i want to give plain metronidazole 7.5/kg/day in 2 divided doses.is i... | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.Metronidazole is a prescriptional drug used for specific indications only, it in one of most misused drugs in diarrhoea . It should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor , moreover most diarrhoeal episodes are self limiting , take care of hydration... | |
Suggest treatment for nerve pain after tooth extraction
I HAVE TOOTH PAIN FOR 5 MONTHS AFTER 3 TEETH WERE EXTRATED ,ONE ON BOTTOM LEFT,WHICH GAVE NO TROUBLE AFTER. IT CAME OUT IN ABOUT 30 SECONDS, BUT THE TWO ON THE BOTTOMRIGHT TOOK 30 MINUTES OR MORE. I BELIEVE HE BROKE OFF THE TOPS AND HAD TO KEEP GOING BACK AND BR... | hello thanks for consulting at hcm..post extraction you are having nerve pain..it is usually caused if nerve injury would have happened during extraction,,on history;the right side teeth were difficult to remove..was the roots of the teeth long and crooked?? Since no root remnant was left behind and bony spicules were ... | |
What does a painful cyst on back indicate?
i have a small cyst on my back that has become painful. my daughter said it looks like it has a hole in it but, nothing is coming out of it. she put a pin into it to see if it would help and was able to put ~ 2.5mm in the opening prior to touching the bottom. the cyst started... | Hello,You seem to be suffering from infected sebaceous cyst.Infection in the cyst has made it big in past 8 days.The hole you are describing is called punctumYou need to be given a course of antibiotic to clear the infection and reduce the size.Once the infection is gone in next 7-10 days,you would need a surgical remo... | |
What causes black palm/fingers while on Xeloda for stomach cancer?
My father (86 years old) is a stomach cancer patient taking oral chemo therapy (Xeloda 500 mg 3 times a day for 15 days - two courses already over). Now his palm and fingers turned black. Is it due to the side effect of this tablet or any other cancer... | Good morning. Blackening of palms fingers and soles is a side effect of XEloda therapy. It is known as hand foot syndrome. it is a commonly seen side effect and need not to worry. As long as thee is no ulceration and peeling of skin it will not cause any harm and treatment need not to be discontinued. You can apply som... | |
Suggest the cause for hole in the gum
I have a hole in my gum back behind my last molar on the upper right side of my mouth. I have all my wisdom teeth still, my dentist said they didn't need to be removed. I woke up one morning to find this rather large hold in my gum. Just wondering what it is. | Hello, Welcome Thanks for consulting HCM, I have gone through your query, as you have hole in gums behind last molar dont worry this can be due to periodontal pocket formation , or due to Caries in last molar tooth . Consult dentist and go for treatment if it is carious then go for restoration of tooth if it is peri... | |
What causes dull chest pain while exercising?
Hi- I had done Mibi test recently and Rest tomographic slice show a small to moderate sized defeat involving the inferolateral Wall with normal wall motion. However, the result shows that Mibi shows the inferolateral rest defect was mostly corrected by with the CT attenuat... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.No need to worry much for inferolateral defect on MiBi scan.Continue with running and other cardio workouts.No need for invasive angiography.Get done regularly, CAD and MiBi scans to know if there is any worsening of defect.Hope I have solved yo... | |
What causes a dark spot in the sperm?
Hi. I witnessed a small dark spot in my sperm three weeks ago. I got to know that its blood when i surfed over the internet, then i got scared. but still I didnt got any pain. I checked it thrice after that but i didnt found such a thing again. But yesterday i again found a small ... | Hello, It could be blood clot. Nothing much to worry and it will settle by itself. No definite treatment is required. If symptoms persist you can seek help from a urologist. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Taking gildess birth control. Pinkish spotting, stomach aches and gas. Elevated pulse rate and low blood pressure. What is wrong?
yes, I stated taking gildess birthcontrol for a week but it was making me feel sick, I couldn't eat during the day and at night I couldn't stop eating and my period last month was irregular... | Hi, Thanks for writing to us. You should consult a gynaecologist because these are the side effects of pills also because pills contain hormone which cause all these symptoms. Take some lemon water for low blood pressure and stop taking pills under medical supervision. Good luck. Take care. | |
What is the treatment to increase the hemoglobin level?
My son (4) has had three low hemoglobin levels in the the last three months at WIC. 9.4, than 9.6, than 9.3 WE have been giving poly vi soln with iron daily. We have also been giving milk between meals and OJ with meals. He gets a lot of healthy high iron foods l... | HelloThanks for contacting usYour worry is natural but children have choices of foods so they are not getting proper food from which hemoglobin (HB) increase. HB is made up of iron and folic acid. So give your child richness with iron and folic acid. give him dry fruits, green vegetables and salad. most important, give... | |
MRI of the brain done. Shows signal abnormality, ischemic disease, demyelinating disease, seizures. What does this indicate?
I had a MRI of the brain with and without contrast. Impression: 1.several scattered foci of signal abnormality within the deep white matter of both cerebral hemispheres, some of which are orient... | Hi, . Magnetic Resonance Imaging findings are to be correlated with clinical history in order to give a clear diagnosis. In the absence of any clinical history, these scattered foci of signal abnormalities have no significance. As such they could represent areas of ischemia or demyelination. Ischemia represents areas ... | |
I got itchy and dry patches on legs. Can i use any steroid cream?
Hi I am 24 years old. I have dry and itchy reddish patches on my legs. Doctor suggested me with propynate cream. I kept using it long term whenever the problem came back. I heard that it s a steroid cream and using it long term can cause irreversible pr... | hi u r right that propynate is steroid cream ,but it has only local effect . if u r use it more then 6 month daily ,then it can cause effect. most of side effect r reversible u have to take it as advised it can not cause hair loss . use good moisturizer and tacrolimus 0.1% cream for eczema hair loss is due to hormonal ... | |
Patch of raised dry skin in the pubic area. Chances of eczema?
I am a male, age 20, height 6ft 2inch, weight 11 stone . I have a patch of dry skin in the pubic region that has been there for a few weeks now, I thought it might go away but it hasn t. the skin is slightly duller in colour to the rest of my skin, it isn ... | Hello dear. Thanks for the query. Dry patch in pubic area is unlikely to be eczema. The patches of eczema usually ooze. It might be a fungal infection known as tinea cruris. You can try an anti fungal cream. Remember to apply the cream for atleast 1 month even if the lesion disappears. This will help you. If you dont g... | |
Suggest treatment for heart palpitations and hypocalcemia
For the past 2 or 3 months, I have had very strong, pulsing heart beats and trembly feeling inside my chest that will not go away. Also, I have severe hypertensive periods, vertigo, and tinnitus. I have a history of Hashimoto s but TSH is normal, now. I have ha... | Hello, I passed carefully through your question and would explain that these symptoms do not seem to be related to any neurological conditions, especially considering the high blood pressure values. Coming to this point, I would recommend checking cortisol plasma levels, aldosterone plasma levels and urinary metanephri... | |
Is a high bilirubin reading dangerous?
Dear Sir, Hi, My Bilirubin reading is high, even though I have no symptoms of any thing and am perfectly healthy. Is there any reason for worry ? Total Bilirubin = 1.22 Direct Bilirubin = 0.33 Indirect Bilirubin = 0.89 SGOT = 42 SGPT = 37 Alkaline Phosphate = 112 Proteins: Serum ... | Hi there,You have slight increase in indirect bilirubin. This can be due to excess destruction of RBCs. Please get a hemogram, LDH and reticulocyte count done. If all these are normal, then there is no need to worry.Hope I have answered your question,With regards,Dr. Girish Kamat | |
What positive PCR test after months of treatment?
on Jan.10,2010 my PCR for urine Koch's was positive. my urologist prescribed me AKT-4 for 3months,AKt-3 for another 3 months & Rcinex450 for another 3 months. after eight & a half moths of treatment I again tested for PCR urine for Koch's & Bectac culture of urine for ... | HI,I will recommend a culture first. With the PCR still positive, you might have a resistant strain and we need to establish that before carrying on.I wish you well. | |
Need medicine for chest infections, viral infections and migrain
Hiya, I keep getting chest infections, viral infections and miragrains all the time soon as I get rid of them, it's back before I know it! It's mixing my head up and making me shake, I'm always tired! can anyone help me?Dorna, 18 year's old from Sheffiel... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,As you are having chest infection along with migraine, which is making you discomfort and tired. You should be evaluated completely before giving the treatment.Migraine is a disorder characterized by repeated attacks of severe headache it will causes throbbing or pulsating pain, usually on only one... | |
Suggest remedy for lumps in clitoris
Hi, I have a lump above and to the right of my clitoris. The lump isn t really visible but you can feel it when you apply pressure to it. It is about the size of a pea. It is constantly hurting and it just started today. There is no drainage at all. It is very sore. J have no idea ... | Hi,This is most likely to be a Bartholin's cyst that has become inflamed. Apply a warm compress to the area or take a warm bath to relieve the pain. Your may benefit from antibiotics so I suggest you see your doctor. If it does not improve with antibiotics, then it can be removed by a small surgical procedure. This is ... | |
Suggest treatment for acute bronchitis
Hi there I was diagonised by acute bronchitis do I have been coughing for ovrt three weeks, when I cough it feel like my breath is taken away I gasp for air . Doctor prescribed celery isle dosage is 2 tabs for times a day and brazenpam 2 three times a day | Hello dear, thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. In my opinion you should consult pulmonologist and get done1. Clinical examination of respiratory system. 2. Chest x ray. 3. PFT ( pulmonary function test ). Chest x ray is needed to rule out lung infection. PFT is needed to for t... | |
Took lumbar steroid injections for back pain. Spinal fluid leakage due to puncture. Runny nose persisting. Reason?
Hi - what a great service this is, I just found it. My question is about my mom -- she had some lumbar steroid injections last June/July for severe back pain. One resulted in a puncture, which caused a sp... | Hi,There is no relation between lumbar spinal leak and running nose.For running nose she needs to consult ENT Surgeon .Check for allergy (Food, dust ,insect allergy).A course of cetirizine 10 mg at bedtime will relieve her symptoms.CSF leaking through nose is different thing where CSF leakage occurs through nose follo... | |
What is a hypoplastic pancreas ?
Hi I m a mother of 3 ... 28 years old :) I had a MRI done last night because of low back and abdominal pain . The doctor came back and said I had hypoplastic pancreas I am extremely worried cause I didnt really get any information on it.. And can t seem to research much.. Can someone p... | Hi! Welcome to healthcaremagic.com Hypoplastic pancreas (partial agenesis of pancreas) is a rare congenital abnormality consisting the parenchyma and ductal system restricted to the head with some residual dorsal tapering this anomaly may be associated woth acute pancreatitis | |
Is finding the infection site so difficult?
hello doctor, my mother has stage 3/4 heartfailure, she is 54 years old. in the past few months her crp levels are very high 60plus but the docs say they dont want to treat it until they know the infection site they have done many ct and mri scans aswell as blood cultures bu... | in case if the pace maker leads were infected her tlc /dlc counts would have increased her blood culture and sensitivity test must have been positive for bacteriaany infection in body is frequently associated with rise in body temp(pyrexia) as you is a patient of chf on icd prophylactic antibiotic therapy can be given... | |
Experiencing severe pain on the back left side of the head
I have severe sharp intense pain on the back left side of my head just above my ear that last for about 5 seconds that comes & goes every few minuetes. The pain is unbearable as to where I have to stio with what I'm doing just to cringe & deal until it passes. | You may be suffering from a condition called TRIGEMINAL AUTONOMIC CEPHALGIAS (TAC's) and more specifically, what we literally call JABS AND JOLTS types of headaches. There is a specific treatment for this type of pain but first it must be verified that this is indeed the case and that usually means filling in a HEADAC... | |
Q. Can vitamin deficiency cause muscle twitching?
Hi doctor, For about 10 days, I have muscle twitching in my calf, thighs and also in my eyes. I am worried about it. I got my blood test done. It showed that I have a severe vitamin B12 and vitamin D deficiency. My vitamin B12 was around 50 ng/L. Can these deficiencies... | Hi. The duration is too short for any serious ailment. It is generally related to stress, coffee intake, and vitamin B12 deficiency. There is nothing to worry. It will go off. | |
What causes day dreaming, nausea and tingling sensation at the base of the skull?
I had an episode a couple days ago where I felt like I was remembering a dream. After a couple of seconds, I was fully immersed in this memory/dream. I was aware it was happening, but couldn t pull myself out of it. It lasted for a minut... | Hello!My name is Dr. Aida and I am glad to attend you on Healthcaremagic!Your symptoms could be related to epilepsy seizures (temporal lobe epilepsy). For this reason, I recommend consulting with a neurologist for a physical check up and some tests: -an EEG- a brain MRI study- complete blood count- thyroid hormone leve... | |
How to control high blood pressure of a diabetic patient?
I have diebeties since last 8 years,i am taking gemer p2,voglimac 0.3mg and recap capsule two time before meal and lipicard av half tablet before dinner.I got checked up my sugar and choleshtrol found normal.Now the problem is with my blood pressure which has g... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Hypertension is commonest Co morbid condition in diabetic and dyslipidemia patient. So no need to worry much. You need to take anti hypertensive drug regularly. Antihypertensive drugs like telmisartan, Losartan, amodipine, enalapril etc are v... | |
Fishbone stuck in gum, causing infection, nausea, headache. Did I wait too long?
i had typed querry but here goes. so awhile back a fishbone got stuck at the back of my mouth, somewhr around the last tooth , its in the gum now and i fear its causing infections, i ve had to take anti bios several times but now i feel n... | hi such injuries often lead to infections deep inside the inter muscular spaces. self medication is never advised . if not taken out timely the foreign body will cause serious infection for sure. you must not delay your appointment with the dentist. after carefully locating the fishbone the dentist will remove it and ... | |
What causes pain in the abdomen and back?
Hi my daughter is in Ghana Africa and has indicated to me today that she feels like she has been hit by a bus...sore stomach and right side of her back is painful, slight fever and very tired. She said she's been washing with water out of a outside water source..not clean and... | Hi Concerned Mom.Thanks for the query and history. The waterborne diseases are caused by the water source she is using. The parasites do not develop so early. This looks to be due to gastroenteritis and a course of an antibiotic and metronidazole with symptomatic treatment for pain, Oral rehydration solution, activated... | |
What is the cause of fever with stool having green mucus?
my baby 1yr 10 month old is having soft creamy-yellow stool and at the end having green-deep greeen mucus. this has happened once yesterday and today and had fever upto 101.4 degree on both days.Given crocin syrup on fever and has started "bacigyl n" 3 times a ... | Hi Dear Welcome to the HCM,Baby has developed some stomach infection.Stool culture will help in diagnosing the cause of infection.According to the report of stool culture drug to be given to you baby with recommended dose to eradicate the stomach infection.Hope the query is answered.Thanks | |
What does 'ligamentum flavum thickening and disc bulge' in MRI suggest?
My MRI at L4-5 showed a ligamentum flavum thickening, bilateral facet hypertrophy, and a leftward disc bulge with annular tear resulting in no spinal canal stenosis, left lateral recess and mild left neuroforaminal stenosis. What does this mean? I... | This shows some arthritis and thickened ligament which could be irritating nerves on the left side.It would not explain right sided leg symptoms. | |
Is it safe to go for rides in amusement park in pregnancy?
I am about 4 weeks and 3 days pregnant. We have plans to go an amusement park tomorrow and ride rides. I plan on not riding the ones that beat you around a lot. Is it safe to ride some of the rides, even the smooth ones that DO go upside down? Will it harm the... | Hello,I have gone through your query and here is your answer. You should not experience any stress during the early weeks of pregnancy while the establishment of the pregnancy in the uterus happens. This means you cannot travel much, leave alone jerky rides. Sexual intercourse, lifting heavy weights also should be avoi... | |
What causes lower back pain, nausea and headache?
I am a 29 year old female and in the last week I have found it really hard to wake up and I am over sleeping, I feel sick and generally unwell and have lower back pain. I am feeling more and more sluggish and unable to do anything. The nausea is getting worse and I t... | DearI am sorry for the symptoms you are suffering It seems you are suffering from a minor back pain even if it is immobilizing youIn my opinion you should consult a neurologist and start treatment with lumbar fortress, pain killer and miorelaxants Hope my answer will help youRegards | |
Experiencing redness,swelling & itchiness after the bee sting
I had a bee sting yesterday i did a homeremedy it did swell,red & itches a homeremedy was tooth paste did work however it continue to get red, itchy with the hot weather so i had some triamcinolone acetoniide creme which did relieve itching, redness decreas... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,The bee sting is an acute emergency condition which should be treated vigorously and adequately, because it will releases the poison which will cause all these symptoms. It will releases mediators like histamine which will leads to all these problems. The left over sting should be removed carefully... | |
What is the swelling of jaws and recurrent tooth ache?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here.. Well for the past two weeks I have had a tooth ache. It seems to have calmed itself for now. It only hurts a little bit when I bit down real hard. I have also noticed that the gum is s... | Hello,Thanks for consulting HCM, Read your query, as you have swelling in jaw and toothache this toothache can be due to carious tooth , infection in gums causing inflamation in gum , or infection in ligaments causing periodontal abscess dont be worried so juch I will advise you to consult dentist and go for Examinati... | |
IUD poking out of cervix, possible to check the strings on IUD. Suggested to just keep a watch on it. Concerning?
My boyfriend can feel my Intrauterine Device when I'm on top and that's the only time he can feel it. He also checks my strings for me. I recently went to my gynecologist and she said she can she my IUD p... | Hi,Welcome to HCM.Just keep an eye on IUD as suggested by your gynecologist, it should be sufficient as of now. If you are too much concerned, you can ask your gynecologist to replace the IUD with a new one.Wish you good health. | |
What are the side effects of taking Vyvasne ?
my son 12 years old he has been on vyvasnse 50mg for 6 years he has been digging at his head off and on for 2 years he is not growing very good he is almost 13 weights 84 pounds and 52inches tall, we had to shave his head because he pulled his hair out in places where is... | HiThanks for using healthcare magicHis weight is normal according to age and height. His BMI is 22, so there is nothing to worry about it. With time, he would catch his growth. I think, he has trichotillomania. In that case, he has impulse to pull his hair out. He needs few antidepressant to control this. Some stimulan... | |
What causes backache on the right side?
I have this really bad pain in my back. The pain is not present all the time, that is when standing walking so forth no problem. It really gets bad when I m in bed or getting in or out of bed. The pain is located in my right side of my back about the area where my belt would be ... | dear mr miller ...as far as your symptoms go it may be some lumbar spine problem or sacroilitis joint inflammation ...i assume that there is no history of trauma ...you need x ray of lumbar spine and SI joint ...and lab blood tests ..as tlc .dlc .esr .RA factor. anti ccp .uric acid .and calcium ..vit d etc...please con... | |
Have a small lump on upper gum. Growing bigger. Cure for symptoms?
Hey there. well one morning i woke up with a small bump on my upper left gum just above my 2 front rabbit teeth, it started off very small but i didn't pay too much attention to it. Then i woke up this morning and the bump had gotten alot bigger and it... | Hi,Thanks for asking the query,Lump on the front teeth can be periodontal abscess arrising from an infected teeth you need to get an x-ray by the Dentist to confirm the cause, infected teeth can be treated with root canal treatment.Or it can be a gingival abscess due to accumulation of bacterial plague and calculus dee... | |
Will rogaine or tugain help in treating dandruff and hair fall?
I am 36 yrs old after delivery i had gained weight to 86 kgs and then had gone on a diet and lost 10kgs . Now i am experiencing hairfall and it is not a small amt. of hair every time i touch my head i have a handfull full of hair falling. I wish to use R... | Hello, going by ur history, u seem to have a condition of diffuse hair loss known as telogen effluvium.Rogaine or tugaine are minoxidil, which works in pattern hair loss and not in diffuse hair loss, like you appear to be suffering from. So, no, they willnot help your hairfall.For this problem, i would adv you to get t... | |
What are the natural remedies for sore throat?
My daughter has a black abrasion on the rear of her throat. She has had a very soar throat for the last three days and it is hard to swallow. Do you know what it is and is there something she could swallow to sooth the pain. Additionally any natural remedies that would he... | hi dear,i have read the problem n your daughter is suffering from acute pharyngitis. so first of all there is a need to introduce antiboitic in the treatment - follow this -Tablet Azithrommycin 250 mg bd 1 hour before brkfast n dinner for 3 days.betadine gargle 5 times a day and add aspirin in it .. this will cure pa... | |
Had stomach pain with blood in stools,. Same thing seen again. What to do?
hello im cat well fri i had bad pains in my stomic left side then i started peeing blood so went to er now the blood went away fri at 3 am but it is now monday and guess what the blood is back and its red not like friday it was dark brown what ... | Hi and welcome to HCM. Most common causes of blod in stool are benign and you shouldnt be concerned. I dont know your age,but usually bleeding is caused by hemorrhoids, fisures, angiodysplasia or polyps. SOme other more serious diseases must always be ruled out. SO I suggest to visit proctologist who can do rectal exam... | |
What is the reason for stomach pain problems every day during morning ?
what does it mean if you have stomach problems every day Every day in the morning my stomach hurts for just an hour or two wat should I do | hi welcome to health care magic.do you have any other complaints except stomach pain?do sonography of abdomen to find any internal abnormality.it occurs before or after meal?since how long you have these kind of problem? thanks dr.dhara dhara.shah84@yahoo.in | |
Had car accident. Toe numbing. Related?
I got whiplash from a suv running into me at 38mph six days ago and about 4days ago have noticed my right toe on the left side has had a numbing sensation and I m concerned they might be related. Is this possible and what type of doctor should I have take a look at it. I also wa... | welcome to HCM!I have read your query carefully and from my clinical experince I can say that you should see a neurologist, get a scan of your spine.The problems you mentioned and the accident seem to be related. So, please fix an appointment with the doctor and get your self examined.#### Avoid any strenuous movement,... | |
How can immobility and tremors in the legs be treated?
It started over a year ago tingling sensations like pins and needles in my arms legs and feet and a burning sensation in my feet then came the rearly bad muscle spasms and incontience problems and it felt like I was aving tremors in my arms and legs more so on my ... | Hello, Consult a neurologist and get evaluated. The symptoms are more consistent with neuropathic causes. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
What does immunoglobulin count of 138 in a child suggest?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... Hello, My son is about 2 Yrs 10 months suffring from severe cough fro past 2 months. Consulted ENT specialist & it has been diagnosed as a Asthama with a Imunogobulin counting to 13... | Hi, It would depend on the specifics of the lab. First, it matters which immunoglobulin there are several types. If it is total immunoglobulin that seems like a normal number if it is just the type associated with asthma (Immunglobulin E) then it seems like a high number BUT different labs use different numbers and hav... | |
Lower back pain, very severe, pain in waist and legs. What is the reason?
My lower back has been hurting. The pain has gotten so bad that I can't lift my six pound Chihuahua. I have also been having leg pains in my right leg. Last week it hurt so bad I limped arond all week. And on too of all this I have recently disc... | Dear friend ...Welcome to Healthcare MagicI read your concern and it seems like sciatica which iritates nerves and causing pain and feeling of getting paralysed like sensation ..There is nothing to worry ... You can do Spinal Xray or CT imaging studies to know underlying causative factors involved in triggering pain se... | |
Can i give crocin drops 4 hours once for fever of child?
Hi Docotrs... Please note, my child has a fever around 100 + degrees. She was having fever for the last four days... Our doctor suggested to give Crocin drops for every 6 hours once... But still the temperature is not getting down... can we give crocin drops 4 h... | Hello. I just read through your question.Crocin drops may safely be given every 4 hours. You may give it every 4 hours without any concern. | |
Exploratory brain surgery for a vp shunt. What are the reasons for surgery? Results?
My friend just had something exploratory done to his brain at the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota . They went up through his neck with the little camera trying to figure out why he was having numbness and visual problems. In the process of t... | Dearit seems that the doctor have seen something obstructive at the third ventricul so the shunt need absolutely to be doneIt need time to see if the shunt is effective or not, that's the reason they told you to wait 72h.If the radiological examination will show regres you have nothing to worry, he will be fine.Best re... | |
Q. My cystocele repair surgery failed. Should I get it done again?
Hello doctor, I am a 61 year old female and a diabetic for the last ten years. I had a cystocele repair surgery along with hysterectomy and cervix and ovaries removal five months ago. There is a slight discharge on and off. I did a urine culture now an... | Hello. I have gone through your query and understand the concerns. Hope you found the answer helpful. Regards. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
What causes recurring cough and cold in a 10 year old child?
my daughter is 10 years old. she is suffering from recurrent cough and cold from very child hood. Doctors prescribe antibiotics,anti-allergics she gets OK but after some days again her nose blocks and she starts coughing with sometimes breathing distress. Mo... | 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. From her complaints, I would first think of allergy. I would suggest her allergy testing for common allergy causing substances - house dust mites, insect proteins, indoor molds, common polle... | |
What causes immobility in the legs and difficulty in walking?
I lost the ability to walk (in 2014) first in my right leg, then my left. i was in an infirmary for a year (wheelchair, crutches, walker and cane. I have good mobility in my back. so its not a back issue. a doctor implied maybe Guilliam-Barr syndrome but it... | Hello, Immobility in the legs may be due to lumbar disc prolapse or Guillain-Barre syndrome or transverse myelitis or muscular dystrophy or arthritis, etc. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. Need complete examination of the lesion is it spinal level or nerve root level or NM junction. Need CSF... | |
Should Glimepiride dosage be increased to control FBS levels and Cortisone shot be taken for trigger finger?
I’m diabetic with an average morning blood sugar reading of 145. Do you think I should be increasing my dosage of glimiperide from 2 to 3 or is it time to see an endocrinologist instead of my internist? Is it s... | Hello,You can definitely go ahead with your cortisone injection but with a careful monitoring of blood sugars for 2 days by which time your sugars will be deranged.I suggest you increase your Glimeperide dose to 3 mg as strict control of sugars are always better option in early diabetes.Hope I have answered your query.... | |
What are the symptoms of pregnancy?
I am having symptoms of being pregnant. I have recently visited what is called a witch doctor and she told me I was 12 week pregnant. I am still having heavy periods. I stopped taking birth control when she told me I was pregnant. Is there a chance I could be pregnant? | Hallow Dear, If you are having menses you cannot be pregnant. The first cardinal symptom of pregnancy is missing a period. Moreover, you were on birth control pills, so the chances of pregnancy are very meagre.Please do not depend on the witches. Report to a Gynaecologist for appropriate diagnosis. If you are getting h... | |
What causes chronic pain in diaphragm region causing trouble in breathing?
Hi doctors. please help me im desperate for medical attention for my beloved sisterher symptoms includes:-CONTINUOUS pain in the region of diaphragm (according to local diagnosis, its muscular narrowing and its untreatable) also, the pain incre... | Hi.Thanks for your query for your sister.She has continuous pain in the region of diaphragm, which increases if she tries to breathes or tries to swallow some food. There is also history of emotional stress, peptic ulcer, stapler in esophagus which had to be removed to improve the breathing and it did. But hte pan rema... | |
How to cure MVP?
i was diagnosed with mvp in 07 they said it was up to me to take beta blockers depending on how i felt i just started taking them this year because in february my heart just started beating so fast i felt like i was going to throw up felt real shaky they told me at the hospital it was anxiety once mor... | Hello,Arrhythmias are part of mitral valve prolapse. Beta Blocker is a good treatment for the prevention and treatment of arrhythmia. You can do echocardiography to see the evolution. I don't think you should worry about.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Anila Skender... | |
Q. What will happen to the focus if correction lens are placed for mixed astigmatism?
Hello doctor, Please help me with my assignment. I am an optometry student. My question is what will happen to the foci when correction lenses are placed in the case of mixed astigmatism that has one focal point in the front, which i... | Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The condition of one focus in front of the retina and another behind arises in mixed astigmatism as you have already mentioned. To correct this we prescribe toric lenses to the patient which as you must already know, have spherical and cylindrical components with opposite signs as we ar... | |
Is Stamlo a better option than Minipress XL in the treatment of high BP?
I have high BP for last many years, I had been taking Stamlo 5 along with Nebistar SA for last 5 years, I have been having swelling of my ankles and of my legs if traveled insitting position for long hours. Last month my Physician prescribed Mini... | HelloWelcome to Ask a Doctor service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Underlying cause of lower limb swelling matters, if this is not due to high blood pressure then swelling will not subsides, if with the change of medicine swelling is still there and newer prescribed medicine does not suits you then y... | |
What causes non epileptic seizure exacerbation while taking probiotics?
I am having an exacerbation of non-epileptic seizures when taking probiotics including Lactinex and the best multicultural refrigerated strains. I am treating for stage 3 Candida enteritis with Nystatin, 10 days of Diflucan, and Black Walnut. Th... | Hello!Welcome on HCM!Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms are not related to the probiotic intake. Inflammation or the active infection, or the pain could be the cause of your symptoms. Are you taking any drugs actually for these seizures?I would recommend taking Xanax 0.25 mg three times daily in... | |
What does dark spot on the kidney in a CT scan indicate ?
my husband who is 47 had a CT scan which showed a dark spot on his kidney Is this usually always cancer? | Hello. Welcome to HCM. you will have to tell us the medical terminology mentioned in CT scan. There can be numerous causes... if the dark spot or description in your report signifies, hemorrhage, it is not related to cancer. These days, a guided FNAC under expert hands can accurately provide diagnosis even in deep inte... | |
Does dihydrocodeine cure back pain?
hello, i have had extremely bad pains in my back/legs including pins and needles for 3 years. I have only just started physio after MRI on my back showing nothing. They think its weak muscles trapping my nerve. I have been taking 30/500 cocodamol for a long time and they are now sta... | Hello sir You did not specify your age, sex or profession but anyways as u suffering from three years of pain in back and radiating pain to both lower limbs u can take painkillers but also try neurotropic drugs as methycobalamine and gabapentin along with painkillers as they also help decrease the requirement of paink... | |
Severe abdominal pain, between ribs and belly button, during breathing, eating, movement
What is wrong with me if my abdomen , from the bottom of my ribs down to right below my belly button, is feeling an intense stabbing pain every time i move, ehale, or eat. | Hi, Thanks for writing in. I would suggest that you visit the emergency as soon as possible. Your symptoms are suggestive of peritonitis and this is a medical emergency. Please see your physician asap. Hope this helps. | |
Can any online doctor help me with the ultrasound scan test ?
I went to obgyne today and took an unltasound and the result was: BG:51 NG:-10 FG:1.4/ DYN:2 ENH:2/2 SCC:1 85MM 7.5M F1234 BG:41 NG:-2 FG:5.4/ DYN:2 ENH:2/2 85MM 6.5M TRANSRECTAL SONOGRAPHY: UTERUS IS IN THE MIDLINE, ANTEVERTED AND NORMAL IN SIZE MEASURING ... | How long since your last period have you taken this scan. It appears that there isn't a viable pregnancy, just s small ovarian cyst which can be managed by your Gynaecologist. She will counsel you on how to achieve a normal pregnancy. | |
What causes lumps on the chin?
My son was in a go-cart accident 8 months ago, He ran through a chainlink fence and got bruised really bad under his chin. After 8 months (a few days ago) we noticed he has a small bruise and a knot/lump has came up in the same spot . Is it something I should be worried about? | Hello,This can be a hypertrophic scar or a keloid in the area of the injury. This is possibly a form of abnormal scarring in an area exposed to trauma. Get this evaluated by a doctor.Dr. Souvik Adhikari | |
How long does Postinor1 have side effects? Have breast tenderness, lower abdominal pain.
For how long does Postinor 1 give side effects? I am concerned that after takign the tablet five days ago that I am after the third day experiencing breast tenderness and lower abdominal pain . IAs it is only 5 days after intercou... | Hallow Dear,Pregnancy symptoms never appear so early. The first cardinal symptom of pregnancy to appear is missed period. All other symptoms like nausea & vomiting, frequent urination and breast symptoms appear about a week after that. Postinor 1 is a post coital emergency contraceptive pill. It contains progesterone h... | |
Do I have a kidney infection or should I go to the ER ?
I have a temperature of 99.4 where my usual is around 96.5. I have severe aching pain in my lower back on both sides. The pain is made worse when I move or breathe deeply. I am extremely moody and fatigued. I also have sudden onset of nausea, though I never vomit... | Hi Clorissa, You could be suffering from urinary tract infection or stones in the kidneys or urinary tract. There are several other causes for the symptoms that your have. Better visit a urologist who should be able to help you after various investigations including ultrasound examination. Wising you relief from your s... | |
Getting fever, vomiting. Given dolo 250 mg and hicef for allergy and sneezing. Will it be cured by paracetamol?
hi doc. my daughter is 3 yr old last night she started with 100.6 fever and vommited(3.30 am) what she ate in the night.even yesdterday she banged her forehead to the wall she cried for sometime but then she... | Hello madam, I am sorry that your daughter is suffering from fever. Fever wiith sneezing probably suggest that child is suffering from viral upper respiratory infection. Normal course for viral fever is it subsides on its own in three to four days. All that is required is fever medications to keep her comfortable, anti... | |
Failed orthodontic treatment. Bone loss, weak gums, need periodic scaling. Should I try veneers?
Hello Doctor PLEASE help me out to come from stress due to my orthodontic problem which was a failure as i was not given retainers afer 2 years of treatment and i have bone loss and gums are weak for which periodic scaling... | Hello, Dental veneers are paper-thin shells of whitish teeth-colored substance to envelop the front area of the teeth to perk up your looks. These dental veneers are fixed on the front part of your teeth and improve their shape, color and size. These veneers not only work well with stained or yellow teeth, but also wit... | |
What causes swelling in knee and will Ace Proxtvon help?
Thanks you so much Doctor. I am Mrs. Pillai and 57 years old, the problem is my left leg at the Knee are some swelling and while changing direction some pain is there. Accordingly I met Ortho surgen and taken Xray and Blood Test(CCBC, ESR, RBS, RA (QUANTITATIVE)... | hello Mrs pillai.The pain medicines are best taken under cover of an antacid or anti-acidity medicines like pantaprazole.Your medicine proxyvon is indicated for severer pain and may be stopped in 2-3 days or taken sos, it can be replaced with simpler medicines like voveran (Diclofenac), there is no need to change docto... | |
Suggest remedy for severe cough with blockage
Hello , My daughter is 1 year old, when she was bron she had been in incumliator for abt 15 days, because she was per term, also she had a air blocked in the right side of her chest which was difficult for her breathe, it was operated and she was free from that issue. But ... | Hi I did review your concern,I would recommend you consult a pediatrician and get her adequately investigated for cystic fibrosis or any local respiratory abnormality.Asthma can be a possiblity but usually occurs late in stage.Meanwhile regular steam inhalation with vicks vapourab in the steam fluid and nasal saline dr... | |
What causes sickness during night?
Hi, my son has been sick once in the evening for 4 out of 5 nights now, (Sun, Tuesday, Wed and this evening). He has no other symptoms and is very active and happy during the day. His appetite is less than usual but he eats well until the afternoon then is sick around tea time - (bef... | Hello, I understand that you are worried about your son. Can you please elaborate what sick means? Is it a fever or decrease activity? What was abnormal you found in him in the evening. It would be helpful if you can give some more elaborate history. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you furt... | |
Sharp pain in right side of abdomen, pain only while coughing. What could be this?
Hello Sir,I am 22 years of age, male.From the past 3 days, I have started to feel a sharp pain in the right side of my lower abdomen (3.5 inches down south-west to the navel). The thing is though, I feel the pain only when I cough. Rest... | Hi, Acute appendicitis is a diagnosis with high probability. Cholecystitis is very unlikely to present with a lower abdominal pain.Gall bladder is situated in the right upper abdomen,so the pain arising from there will also be in the upper quadrant on the right side.In appendicitis,after a sharp initial epigastric pain... | |
Can allergy medicine be taken along with levipil?
Hi doctor my wife is suffering from severe body pain and stress and stretch in whole body. She is consulting doctor since last 2 year s he is taking duvanta 20 in morning and pregeb od 75 in night. She is suffering from severe stretching in her body many times a day an... | Hello I can understand your problem. Levipil as such is a safe drug. But if you have developed allergy to it you can ask your doctor to switch over to any other anti epileptics.For the allergy you can take a short course of oral steroids and anti histaminics and local soothing agent like dermocalm lotion. Better to ha... | |
Will moxiclav leads to penicillin?
I am profoundly allergic to penicillin all my medical professionals have been informed and are reminded if medication is ever prescribed. I had an operation on my spine. The list of meds given includes Mociclav pdr sol for inj/inf 1.2 mg, quantity was 6. I had an allergic reaction to... | Hi. Thank you for writing to HCM.Yes it is highly possible. Moxiclav is amoxycillin and clavulonate. Amoxycillin belongs to the same group of medications such as penicillin and if you are allergic to penicillin you are very likely be allergic to amoxycillin too. Please ensure that you avoid all medications under the pe... | |
Suggest remedy for abnormal behavior related to sex
im constantly horny and when i dont get laid coz my girlfriend doesnt want to do it or doesnt want to do it quick i feel like end of the world, I know this is not normal :( and is there way to get rid of that feeling somehow...p.s. i masturbate everyday 2-3 times eve... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. You have not given your age here. Please understand that sex is not essential for human being. That is just another emotion where body and mind gets pleasure feeling rather than pain. Your frustration is understandable. You are... |
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