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Suggest medication for diarrhea
when i was 13 wks pregnant i had a horrible stomach pain that felt like someone was ripping my stomach out of me i could only lay on my back if i would lie on my sides it would intensify the pain ,i now am 3 months postpartum, when i was six weeks postpartum i had a fever of 105.3 that lasted approx 12 hours and went to 102 for several hours before beign normal with no other symptoms, i was not sick well since having him i have had horrible diarrhea it usually occurs within 5 mins of eating, i have tried very bland food and all liquid diet and i still go instantly, it is watery with a very light color like a yellow, green, not normal. i dont really have an appetite anymore, i even have to go first thing in the am. even if i had not eaten the day before it is accomponied with minor cramps right before i have to go. | Hi,from history it seems that you might be having chronic gastro-intestinal infection, bacterial or protozoal or mixed.You might require one course of ofloxacilin, tinidazole combination medicine for 5 days.Take light diet.Avoid fried or junk food.Take plenty of water.Ok and take care. | |
What causes blisters that burst and heal on the inner thigh and butt crack of a child?
Ok I m kinda of skeptical cause we have been to different doctors. Pediatrician, and allergy Doctor. My son has had three different diagnose. His symptoms have either gotten worse or spreaded. I start by saying that my 7 year had a bite on his penis which did go away. Now he has boil like blisters that burst and heal and then reappear. Then he has been getting these blisters on his inner thigh and the crack of his butt. He is in pain when they burst cause it leaves a raw wound. I need some anwser or suggestion on a specialist. Thanks, Concern mother | This is either a form of viral infection or allegic reaction. I require good quality pictures of every site for proper diagnosis. In the mean time try to keep him without diapers and apply powder in the area to keep the site dry. Do you have any family history of allergy? | |
What causes cold sweats at night in a diabetic patient?
I have a female neighbor (over 65) who is a Type 2 diabetic. Sometimes she gets really cold at night, even though she s sweating. She just can t get warm when that happens. She doesn t know if it s her neuropathy, which flares up periodically, or if it s something else. Any suggestions? | Hello,Sweating is a part autonomic nerve dysfunction usually seen in patient with long standing diabetes; also most commonly sudden low blood sugars can cause sweating.Kindly, check your blood sugars when you get cold sweats and review with diabetes specialist.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Deepak M R | |
What causes all over body pain after waking up in the morning?
my girlfriend and i both woke up feeling very sore.. symptoms are neck pain, knee pain, cramping all over!! both of our bodies ache really bad!! what could this be? its very starnge that both of us have the same exact symptoms when we woke up. we did not do any exercising or anything of the sort to explain all these symptoms | Hello, As this can be either due to wrong sleeping posture in the bed or even due to the bad mattress which occurs with some people. I don't know if you both had sex after a long time either, as this may lead to fatigue as well. I will advise you to wait and watch the symptoms so that you can really figure out of it is an infection or just muscle fatigue. If infection than your pains won't go in 72 hours of time but if fatigue then in 24 hours of time you should feel normal again. Having modification of the diet and doing regular 20-30 minutes of simple exercises should help in overall physical well being. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist | |
Cough, itchy throat. Using inhaler for asthma. Bleeding nose and phlegm. Parasitic infestation?
I have had a cough for many months that comes and goes and is a result of an itchy throat , doctors had prescribed me as asthmatic and I used an inhaler that worked and my cough got better and whenever I get a cold my cough comes back. It feels like I have dust in my throat. This as I said has been going on for a while and I have been back about 6 - 7 times in the last year with the cough going away and then coming back again. They are not very helpful and say that because I am 27, a non smoker and live a relatively healthy life it is asthma - I am not convinced. A new symptom has now arisen - I have a lot of phlegm and my nose has been bleeding on an off for a week or so - this i assumed was because I was blowing my nose too much but in the last couple of days the blood is thickening and becoming strands that look like worms and then come up with clear phlegm. I have read a few internet blogs saying that they are parasitic worms, they do look like worms but are not moving. They look like blood clots but wanted to double check if there is something that I can do about them or if they are a final result of my coughing and blowing my nose. Once the blood comes up my nasal passage feels a lot clearer. If you can help that would be amazing. As a backgroud - I was bron with a cleft palat that was only diagnosed when I was four as I did not have the lip thing. I have subsequently had problems with my ears and nose and often find it hard to breathe through my nose and suffer from allergies during the summer. | Hello, Thank you for writing to us. It does seem that you have moderate to severe persistent rhinitis/rhinosinusitis. House dust mite allergy must definitely be excluded. You can get skin prick tests or specific IgE blood tests to know all your allergies. Blood mixed with nasal secretions can appear like streaks and are NOT worms. If you have parasitic disease in your airways and coming out of the nose, it happens in tropical pulmonary eosinophilia due to filarial worms and believe me, you will be quite unwell! Long acting oral antihistamines plus nasal sprays (either flixonase or flumast-AZ with azelastine) 2 sprays per nostril twice daily for 2 months is the initial treatment duration for severe house dust mite allergy. I hope this was useful. Best Wishes. | |
What could chest pain with breathing issues suggest?
Hi, I experience mild chest pain after drinking alcohol. I have only started getting this feeling the past 6 months. I don't drink often and never more than 3 drinks. The last episode was end of last month and it was particularly painful and I couldn't breathe properly and it felt very constricted. But I had drinks last week and I was ok. I just had a sip now and I had a little tight chest feeling again. So it isn't regular. I am 25 years old, non smoker, no history of significant medical problems aside from asthma since birth. | HelloAs you explain the history it seems like GERD syndrome.Consult a gastro hepatologist.RegardsDr.Jolanda | |
What is the treatment for severe abdominal pain?
im 28 weeks and 3 days pregant i keep having mild pains in the bottem of my belly but they are getting closer together and slowy getting worse iv been losing alot of fluid that is white and jelly like or sometimes clear i also keep getting hot flushs with very bad dizzyness this was all brought on after a a big argument witch cause me alot of stress iv looked this up on the internet and on doctors sites everywere i look it says im having early stages of labour can you help me by telling me if this is right ? | HIWell come to HCMFirst of all if this is lower abdominal pain with vaginal discharge then this should never be taken lightly but need to be clinically examined by gynecologist, second keep the stress away from you else this could prove harmful to baby and to you also, hope this information helps, have a nice day. | |
Is keratoderma on the soles of my feet a drug induced disease?
I was on chloroquine for about two years to treat lyme disease and since then I have developed what my dermotologist diagnosed as keratoderma on the soles of my feet. If this is a drug induced disease, (I am otherwise 56 and in excellent health), do I stand a better chance of getting rid of it? No family history of it. | Hi,Keratoderma is thickening of skin that occurs commonly in palms and soles. This condition can be genetic or can be induced by chronic diseases and use of certain medications. Chloroquine can cause this condition. Keratodermas are not curable but symptoms can be controlled. Treatment options include regular use of emollients, keratolytics such as salicylic acid or urea and topical/systemic retinoids.Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician | |
How can frequent urination be treated while suffering from UTI?
I took Cipro for UTI, and it came back a few days later, so I took it a second week. My symptoms were frequent need to urinate, even when there was hardly any liquid, and occasionally I would have blood on my panty liners, just a few drops, usually brought on by walking on a treadmill or moving around a lot. My need to urinate has improved, but still every 10-15 minutes when I get up, and about every hour after that. it is more frequent after I have had something to drink. I mostly drink water. I have a few drops of blood every day. I have no pain or burning, no fever. I am finishing up a candida supplement I have taken for 2 weeks. | I suggest you to have a cultural test of your urines: it is possible that you have an infection that is resistent to Ciprofloxacin, and with this exam you could have the possibility to know what bacterium is causing your infection and doing a specific antibiotic therapy.I also suggest you to check if the blood comes from urines or other part of your body. | |
What is the remedy for recurring pimples and its scars ?
hi,I am 24 yrs old, i have got pimples on my face from past 14 years and is left behind holes on my face,and when i travel far i get small pimples all over my chin ..so can u pls help me out | Hi..dear Pramspramod.., Thanks for choosing HCM., Pimples on face is common in young and adult persons.., it is called ACNE VULGARIS....it is inflammatory process of.., sebaceous unit of the skin....due to hperactivity of Hormones.., 1) Frequent washes with FASH bar...contains Triclosan..., 2) Tab Isotretinoin 20 mg daily for 30 days.., 3) Avoid fat and spicy food.., take plenty of vegetables and fresh fruits.., 4) Apply 1% clindamycin and nicotinic acid cream..,2 times daily., 5) Tab...Azithromycin 250 mg daily for 5 days...night times...ok...good luck.., | |
Can I take trichoton-forte tablet while on birth control pills
hello dr, i am taking contraception "femilon tablet" . i had c section by april so dr prescribed this,.. i have hairfall before and after delivery to your note my baby passed out due to hyline membrane disease.. now i am taking contraception dermatologisit dr i have consulted he has prescribed trichoton-forte tablet. My query is wen i am taking contraception can i take this tablet.. he also told to change contraception is it advisable since i am taking femilon for past 2 months.. Kindly avice | in my opinion..u can take femilon with trichoton forte...yes it is advisable...have protein rich diet ...apply egg or onion juice in your hair.. | |
What causes lower left abdominal pain while taking anastrozole?
I am 69, height 5'6", weight 240. I started taking Anastrozole 3/25 and since 3/31 have had severe pain in lower left abdomen. Have seen several doctors and several tests and no one can find the reason for the pain. I am finally feeling slightly better. The pain isn't quite as severe but now all I want to do is sleep most of the day. I was wondering if meningitis could be a side effect of taking anastrozole? | If your investigation s are normal then it is ok. Anastrozole may not cause lower abdominal pain as per litrature . But constipation may cause lower abdomen discomfort. You should take plenty of oral fluids ; full fiber diet and occasionally mild laxatives. Keep repeating ultrasound abdomen to rule out development of krukenberg's tumor. | |
Is it safe to be pregnant when you have a pacemaker?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...my daughter is 19 and had a pacemaker fitted in her heart 4 months ago after delivery of her daughter she has unfortunatley found out she is prganant again and her pacemaker has worked 11 times in 3 months and i was worried about her being pregnant again. | You are advised to take a cardiologist opinion in your area so that the cardiologist and the obstetrician work as team to bring the baby into this world keeping the child and mother safe | |
Suffered with urine perforation, had Laparotomy, green pus at stitches. Solution ?
Hi. i suffered with urine perforation because of tube potency test for pregnancy 3 months ago. due to urine perforation i under gone Laparotomy 2 months before and after 15 days my stitches was removed but after removing the stitches discharge of pus started. the anount of pus is so much, its drops out from dressing on the wound. now its coming for 2 months and does not stop yet. now the colour of pus is getting green... please help me to recover. thanks... Ms AAAAA | Good Day!I would suggest going back to you surgeons for proper management of these surgical site infection (SSI). They will need to do culture of the discharge to see what appropriate medicines are needed. They might also need to do a CT scan to check the status of your abdomen if the infection is coming from inside ot just under the skin.Best of luck and Thank you. | |
Does taking Androfol-M,Hair stim-HGF and Finabald reduces sperm count?
Hi Doctor,I am 30 year old male, and got married one year ago, we are planning for new member. However recently visted a doctor, who suggested me Androfol-M, Hair stim-HGF and also Finabald 1mg for hair growth. My concern is will any one of Tab reduces sperm count, if not by any chance wil that affect the baby for which we planning for? To be more clear will it effects our sexual life?Thank You | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Finabald is useful for male pattern of baldness. It is act by androgen antagonist. so lead to libido and erectile dysfunction. Also possible in few patients low sperm count. Please consult your treating doctor he will examine and treat you with alternate medication. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Can diabetes cause pain and tight sensation in the feet?
Hi, I am experiencing simptoms simular to Diabeties, in my feet,prickly pain and very tight skin, it seems to be going away but notcompleatly. my doctor prescribed gabapentin, I have taken it for a month, but reacently started to get tremors in my hands so Ihave quit taking it. | Hi, You should try Pregabalin instead of Gabapentin. Also add methylcobalamin containing multivitamin antioxidant combination. Avoid smoking and alcohol. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Varinder Joshi, General & Family Physician | |
Q. What causes numbness in hand and feet for three weeks?
Hello doctor, I am having numbness in hand and feet for three weeks. Brain and cervical spine MRI came normal. | Hi. Review of the MRI scan images (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Cervical spine: There is mild straightening of the cervical vertebrae. There is a likely small osteophyte in the anterior superior end plate of C5 vertebra and is not significant. The cervical vertebrae are showing normal heights and signal intensity. The cervical intervertebral discs are showing mild disc desiccation. There is no significant cervical spinal canal stenosis in the given images. The cervical spinal cord is showing normal signal intensity. Thoracic spine: Kyphosis of thoracic vertebrae is normal. The vertebrae are showing normal heights and signal intensity. There is minimal posterior disc bulge in T5 to T6 disc level. There is no significant thoracic spinal canal stenosis in the given images. The thoracic spinal cord is showing normal signal intensity. Lumbar spine: There is mild straightening of the lumbar vertebrae. There is subtle posterior listhesis of L3 over L4 vertebrae. The lumbar vertebrae are showing mild osteophytes and minimal end-plate changes. There is disc desiccation in L3 to L4 and L5 to S1 disc levels. There is mild posterior disc bulge in L3 to L4 disc level and causing mild bilateral neural foraminal compromise. There is a minimal bilateral neural foraminal compromise in L4 to L5 and L5 to S1 disc levels. There is no lumbar spinal canal stenosis. Impression: Cervical and thoracic spine are showing early degenerative changes. No significant nerve root compression or spinal canal stenosis. Lumbar spine is showing mild bilateral nerve root compression in L3 to L4 and minimal bilateral nerve root compression in L4 to L5 and L5 to S1 disc levels and mild lumbar spondylosis. There is no spinal canal stenosis. | |
Why am I having toothache and pain in gum?
i am concerned about my tooth which is causing great pain and headaches. It hurts most at the bottom of my tooth way down at the base of my gums. Also i see white colored lines on the front of my gums going from left to right. What could that be? Best way to relieve pain? | Thanks for using Health care Magic.Read your query and you have not mentioned much details in it.Clarifying on what you have said,it can be your tooth is infected and this is the reason for the pain and headache.Advised to take a pain killer like ibuprofen (if u are not allergic to any),do saline garlgles. Dont apply anything hot from outside to relieve the pain.Visit your local dentist and get the tooth evaluatio,and start with prescribed antibiotic ,get the appropriate treatment done.Hope this was beneficial for you.Thanks and warm regards. | |
What causes pain on the right flank and hematuria with a history of kidney stones?
Since beginning of March I have experience severe right flank pain with hematuria. However, though I have a history of kidney stones none appear in kidney or ureter. I have had 4 CT scans and I am about to have my second cystoscopy tomorrow. What if my urologist is unable to make a diagnosis? Will I have to leave in this kind of pain indefinitely? I have done everything I know to help including drinking 3 liters of water a day. I even went to a therapist to make sure it wasn t in my head. | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Your urologist will certainly make a diagnosis concerning the pain in right flank and hematuria after having a look at your recent CT scan. A CT scan for kidney stones is a detailed investigation and will show stones even 2 mm in size. It is possible that since you have many stones in the kidney, one or two such stones might leave the kidney and travel down the ureters towards the urinary bladder. In this way, the stones can cause bruising of the ureter and then this causes pain and bleeding which is seen as hematuria. You do not have to live with this kind of pain for a long time. The urologist might decide to insert a double J stent which will make the passage of urine clear of any obstruction and then there will not be any trauma to wall of ureters. This will prevent flank pain and hematuria from happening. | |
Q. Will a CT scan be accurate if done without drinking a contrast?
Hello doctor, I am having pain in the right lower abdomen for 10 days. The ultrasound had shown mild inflammation of the appendix. Doctor then suggested a CECT whole abdomen. However, in the past, I have had difficulty keeping down the contrast they ask to drink. So the doctor advised CT Scan with IV contrast only and left out the drinking contrast part. The result of the CT scan came normal showing no Appendicitis. My query is, can the CT scan be done without drinking the contrast? Will it be accurate? Is IV only CT scan without the drink reliable? Is it surprising that USG showed mild appendicitis, but the CT scan did not? Please advise. | Hello. The appendix is a tubular structure measuring less than 5 mm in normal people. When there is appendicitis, the appendix enlarges to 8 to 10 mm or more in diameter. Ultrasound scan has an accuracy of 50 percent for appendicitis in most patients. You have been found with a likely 9 mm appendix before some days. The CT scan was done before a week. It is possible that the inflammation of appendix decreased in a week and so the CT scan finding with only IV contrast showed near-normal appendix and no features of inflammation surrounding it. An oral and IV contrast CT is always better to look for appendix related problems. There is no need to drink lots of oral contrast at a time, and you can drink in a few sips every few minutes for two hours to help the contrast reach the appendix area. I do this for my patients, and there are fewer chances of confusion in diagnosis of appendicitis. In your case, there is a possibility that the inflammation of appendicitis decreased in the interval between ultrasound and CT scans. | |
Suggest medication for a skin rash on the face
Hi my baby is 16 months old and since yesterday afternoon she has had a rash on her face and patches on her body just like an allergic reaction rash. it comes and goes but flared up quite bad on her face,tonight then when we changed her nappy she had blood in her urine and it smelt very strong! she is fine in herself ( maybe a litte irritable!) I'm worried she has a water infection? | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic. Skin conditions are best diagnosed only after seeing directly. I suggest you to upload photographs of the same on this website, so that I can guide you scientifically.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
What causes pus cells in semen?
hi there! I have my semen analyzed weeks ago..and it is found that I have a pus cells ranging from 4-6. And my doctor asked me to take antibiotics because according to her,it's a factor on having low sperm count. Can I ask what is the normal range of pus cells in semen? and where this possibly came from? Thanks Doc. | HelloThanks for query .Your semen analysis done very recently has revealed presence of 4-6 pus cells .The presence of 4-6 pus cells is suggestive of infection of either Seminal Vesicle or Prostate which is likely to be the cause of low sperm count (Oligospermia).You need to take antibiotics like Doxicycline twice daily for 4 weeks to combat infection ..This will help to increase sperm count .Normal range of pus cells in semen of a normal individual is 1-2 pus cells per high power field .Dr.Patil. | |
What causes clear mucus discharge after a bowel movement in a 9 year old?
My 9 year old has, what looks to be a cold coming on, appears to be swallowing much of the mucus, and has recently had a clear mucus-like discharge after taking a bowel movement. Should I be concerned, or is this probably just due to the mucus in his nose? | Dear parent,your concern is right. But at this stage my suggestion is wait and watch. In the mean time give her warm water to drink, keep her well hydrated, give her plain steam and help her do warm saline gargles. If she gets clinically ill take her to a doctor. Other wise she shall do OK with this. | |
What causes flapping of hands when excited?
I have a grdaughter whom is 5 now but has flapped her hands when excited and her mom will not seek a physician for this problem and I am afraid that as she gets older it willbe embarrasing for her and she will not wnt to go to school and her IQ now is very high | Good Morning, I am Dr. Farzana, your consulting physician for today.I understand your concern and I have given your query a lot of thought. Flapping hands and even feet sometimes when excited is quite common among little children. As long as she is interactive, eating well, playing and engaging in activities with no apparent difficulties in her daily routine I don't think you need to worry. Children find different ways of expressing their excitement when they're young like running around the house, hopping, singing, flapping their arms, kicking their legs etc. This behavior, through observation and peer group interactions slowly gets refined. You needn't worry about her having trouble at school especially since shes a bright little girl. Your concern for her social interactions in school is completely understandable but I'd like to assure you she will have no issues with this. I hope you are now convinced and less anxious for your grand child. Please feel free to get in touch with me for any further queries and clarifications you might have. Best regards. | |
Should dermatomyositis patient remove the ovary with cysts in it, no periods for 15 years and whose sister had breast cancer?
I have Dermatomyositis and through a CT scan they found two cysts on my remaining right ovary. My sister died of breast cancer so I really think I should have the ovary removed to prevent any further involvement. I am 51 years old and have not had a period since I was 35 years old. I have read that ovarian cancer can be an underlying involvement associated with Dermatomyositis. Please help me!! | Hi and welcome to HCM, thanks for the query.There are no recommendations which suggest something like this and I don't see a reason for it too. YOu should just have frequent follow up of your ovaries and you don't have to hurry to have surgery. Deramtomiozitis isn't related to ovarian cancer and cysts can be evacuated by specialist so that malignancy is ruled out.Wish you good health.Regards | |
Have several episodes of memory loss. Have watery eyes, inability to see, short memory loss. Eats healthy. Suggestions?
Hi. My mom has experienced several episodes of memory loss. The process starts with watery eyes, followed by inability to see (vision gets blurry or she sees black and white lines), followed by a short memory loss (she can't recall names of certain people, or certain events). All of this lasts for about 30-60 minutes and then she is back to normal, fully functioning. My mom is 55 years old, eats very healthy (macrobiotic diet where everything is organic), and takes no medication. What could it be? | HelloWelcome to HCMYour mother have sudden onset episodes of watering of eyes, loss of vision or blurred vision and followed by mild impairment in memory. The episode usually last for 30-60 minutes. There is no significant medical history.Such type of symptoms can occur in some form of Seizures. Epilepsy like temporal lobe epilepsy may show such type of clinical features. But usually episodes of seizure last for few seconds to few minutes. Still I would advise you to get her EEG done in order to rule out seizure discharge.Other rare possibility is dissociative disorder. Due to some mental tension or conflict some times dissociative symptoms are seen. Other possibility is some neurological complaint. I would advise you to consult a Psychiatrist for her expert opinion.Thanks | |
What is the cause for dark yellow coloured urine and back pain with the history of gallstones when on prenatal vitamins?
For the past three days I have noticed my urine is a dark yellow and it stains the toilet paper when I wipe. My lower back also has hurt and I have thrown up twic so far. I haven't eaten much because when I do I don't feel well.I have a history of gallstones but have never experienced this before. I also started taking prenatal vitamins two weeks ago because my fiance and I are trying to have a baby. My stool has ranged in color from a tanish light drown to a dull green. | Hi and welcome to HCM Thanks for the query. it sounds like gallbladder attack and this is the first thing to rule out. your urine color may be changed due to bilirubin elevation which can be seen if your biliary ducts are obstructed by gallstones. vitamins shouldnt be related to your pain. so you need to do ultrasound and check your liver enzymes for start.Wish you good health. Regards | |
How to get rid of lump in the cheek beside my teeth?
Hi my name is sudharshan i have tooth decay from my age of 12.Now my age is 30.My last four teeth completely decay .But now i had lump in the cheek beside my tooth decay it is white colour hard and painless surrounding it became black can you sujjest solution to this | Hi,From history it seems that there might be having formed root abscess and now encapsulated with fibrosis.Consult dentist and removal of that particular teeth will give relief of that lump.Go for root canal treatment of other teeth if your dentist advises.Ok and take care. | |
What causes toothache?
All of my teeth hurt. I have trigeminal neuralgia on one side but it has been under control with medication. This pain is different from that pain and now includes the upper and lower teeth on both sides. I have been to the dentist and an endodontis and had xrays and nothing is wrong with my teeth. | Hi..Thanks for the query..The symptoms of pain in upper and lower teeth with no signs of any tooth decay can be probably due to Dentinal hypersensitivity that is due to opening of the terminal nerve endings on teeth..So my advise is to start using anti sensitivity toothpaste for at least 15 days and see if the symptoms improve..Also avoid taking very hot and cold foods , take your food only after cooling it to room temperature..If the pain is annoying you can take anti inflammatory painkillers like Ibuprofen but only if needed..Hope this helps..Regards.. | |
Is cow milk or formula milk safe for an infant?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... Hi there, I have a 6 month old baby who was born in UK and i have always fed him formula milk there as he never established breastfeeding. I am now in India and my in laws insist on giving him cows milk or Mother Dairy milk as formula milk (Nan 2) is condsidered very expensive. could you please tell me whether it is safe to give him either of them as I am not sure if this milk can provide him enough nutrition. If it is not safe please give me a reason so i can explain it to my in laws too.. thanks | hi! formula milk is designed for the human babies keeping in mind the nutritional needs. they are fortified with the essential nutrients to help in overall development of your baby. however cows milk has difficult to digest proteins which might be tough on the baby's kidney. however traditional people prefer giving cows milk in India. my personal recommendation is choose formula milk over any other milk. | |
How long does Flumazenil remain in the system?
hello my name is Michael I receved the drug midazolam last Monday morning from my dentist , then because I would’t Wake up they gave me Flumazenil, I’ve had terrible side effects seance then. When I looked up Flumazenil I saw I had all side effects listed . It’s now one week later and still no better my dentist just said it should have left me after 48 hour, does anyone know how to get this out of my system it’s very hard to function and don’t understand. Please advice | Hello,Many a times the side effects can last a bit longer, however, one week a long time for it is.You should not just wait for the symptoms to resolve if you are not getting better and consult an Emergency room and get yourself checked.You can be advised certain medications to relieve the symptoms so that you get better soon.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Honey Arora | |
Q. I have developed multiple cavities in eight months though I brush well. Please advise.
Hello doctor, I am convinced that I have a lot of cavities. I was inspecting my teeth the other day and I have multiple points of concern and I am now afraid to get to the dentist. I have my six-month cleaning in days and I am anxious. I have two small smooth dots on two teeth on the side. Is this a cavity or is it possible for it to be treated with fluoride and dental cleaning? On another tooth, I am pretty sure it is a cavity because it is a tiny hole on the smooth surface on the side of the tooth. I try to take care of my teeth and when people look at them they are not bad. Besides, my front bottom teeth are a little shifted but my teeth look fine to others. I am also disappointed because I thought I have been doing a lot better brushing my teeth since my last appointment. I had one cavity during my last appointment. And diet wise nothing has changed much since then. I just do not understand how I could have multiple cavities now considering my diet has not changed and I feel like I have been brushing better. | Hi. The black dots would be the carious lesions. It does not matter if you take much care and do regular brushing, with time the carious lesions increase in the dental arch. You need to get it filled by a dentist as soon as possible. The multiple carious teeth happen because of many conditions, for example, dryness of the mouth. The brushing of teeth before sleep is the most important one. For more information consult a dentist online --> | |
What can i do for my mother in law who is suffering from psychological problems ?
hi.... am seeking for a best psychiatrist to give counseling for my mother-in-law. she is 45 years old. she always fights with my father-in-law for silly reason. This has been started from their marriage itself. my fater-in-law s family is a big family.he has 5 siblings. my mother-in-law always consider them as their enemies. but the thing is basically they are good people and they are not troublesome. she always imagine that each and every bad thing happened to their family is only because of his relatives.my father-in-law was suffering by this for the past 25 years. he tried to take her to counseling. but she refused. could any suggest any solutions | Couple therapy would be the most appropriate mode of help for your mother and father in law's problems. Be aware that any result from this/any other counselling/talking therapy will only help if the people involved are motivated to take the help. Apparently, your mother in law at the moment does not appear to be motivated, but may develop motivation after attending two or three sessions. Alternately, though rarely, this suspiciousness could be because of some psychological problem like psychosis, but from the history given does not appear to be so. But if you want to rule it out, a psychiatrist would be the best person to see. On a social note, if there is a family member or relative or friend who can be non judgmental, who both your FIL & MIL trust and value, they may play the role of the mediator. Hope this helps. | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
What is the treatment for bronchitis and heart infection?
i had 2 mini strokes .and a minor heart attack 5 weeks ago . also the doctor said that i had broncites and a infection next to my heart.took medacation and now i still have a cough that if i am lying on my right side i am ok . cought is bad when i stand lye on my left side or on my back.if i go out doors i get realy bad cough.latly i have minor sinus pain and pain in my right eye. | Respected user , HiThanks for using Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query thoroughly .* Suggestions for better recovery from bronchitis - Continue antibiotics and bronchodilator medicines as per guidance of doctor- Deep breathing exercises with YOGA are of tremendous help - Walking in fresh air - Avoid exposure to noxious substances , if necessary fair use of mask - Balanced nutritious diet - Avoid smoking ( active or passive )- Regular follow up with the doctor Hope this helps you .Welcome for further guidance .Regards . | |
What could boil in anus turned bigger and black after being treated with antibiotics in an infant be?
My 7 month old had what looked like a boil on his anus around a month ago gp perscribed antibiotics and reffered us to see a pedeatrition on the 2 of june. The boil seemed to have gone but ive just changed him and noticed its appeared back but bigger what do you recomend. thanks | hi..the probable diagnosis in your child is perennial abscess. abscess should be treated with antibiotics and drainage. may be in your child abscess has been formed. consult the pediatric surgeon.if you are happy with my suggestion kindly rate me.regards.Dr.surendra.H.s | |
How safe is taking Norvasc for hypertension?
I am a 58 year old male; 6 ft. tall, 170 lbs. History of hypertension controlled by Norvasc. 5 days ago I underwent endoscopic nasal surgery under general anesthesia. This was done at an ambulatory surgical facility and I was released home the same day. Postop problems have been minimal. No major pain so I quit taking the Norco pain med after 24 hours. My problem is that my energy level is still very depleted and I am still sleeping through the night and much of the day. Can this still be a residual effect of the anesthesia? | Hello!Thank you for asking on HCM!I carefully passed through your question and would explain that your symptoms can be related to inflammation or anemia. The effects of anesthetic drugs usually do not last so long. So, If these problems persist, I would recommend consulting with your attending physician for a careful physical exam and some tests: - a complete blood count for anemia- blood electrolytes for possible imbalance- PCR and ESR for inflammation or infection- an arterial blood gas analysis. You should discuss with your doctor on the above issues. Hope you will find this answer helpful!Wishing all the best, Dr. Iliri | |
Is Susten a safe drug to be consumed during pregnancy?
HI Doctor, I wnet to my gynaec complaning of burning sensation and frequaent stools yesterday. I also had occasional cramps in my stomach wall whih lasted a second or so. I had an episode of vomitting too. Doctor said it is gastroenteritis and gave rantac and a probiotic capsule. APart from this she also prescribed susten 400 mg which is a progesterone tab and said it is to calm the uterus. Is that really required. Pleas eadvise. I am in 18th week of pregnancy | Hello dear and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.I agree with your doctor that the symptoms seem to be related to a gastroenteritis which will relieve in a few days. The treatment of your doctor is correct.I also suggest to use Susten which is a progesterone.The progesterone hormones like susten are given to calm down the uterus and prevent miscarriage. The susten is safe and doesn't harm the fetus.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Kind regards!Dr.Dorina GurabardhiGeneral &Family Physician | |
How can symptoms of encephalomalacia be managed?
My Mum had a Surgical removal of a Frontal Meningomia in 2011, in 2018 her CT scan indicates extensive encephalomalacia. She is current having issues with mobility, poor eating patterns, loss of balance, lack of stool and urine control and incoherent speech. How can she be assist to live a normal life? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. If I were her ordering physician then, I would send her for a PHYSICAL THERAPY EVALUATION and be sure she gets then, to therapy for gait disturbance and balance problems (vestibulotherapy as well) for a minimum of 8-12 weeks. She will likely need nursing assistance at last 2-4 hrs. daily. She will also benefit immensely from SPEECH THERAPY and even a swallowing test to he sure she is not suffering from silent aspiration in case the encephalomalacia is affecting swallowing mechanisms which it very well might. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What causes frequent bowel movements in a child?
Hi Doctor, my baby is of 2.5 months. She is passing motion (daily 6-7 times) for last 3 dyas. After consulting with our peditricianwe are giving her Bifilac power daily twice with milk. But it s not getting improved and sometime she is passing motion after having Bifilac milk. What can be the reason, which diagnosis we should follow ? Regards, Aditya | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query your child have symptoms of frequent bowel movements which could be due to irritable bowel syndrome, gastroenteritis, giardiasis, poor metabolism of body, lactose intolerance, and food poisoning. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to give child proper rest and avoid intake of any sharp, spicy and oily food. You should take over the counter anti histamine twice a day like benadryl , take antacid after every meal , take small and frequent meal. You should take oral rehydrating solution in diet. You should avoid lying down immediately after having food. If condition doesn't get well then consult pediatrician for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe omeprazole along with laxative. Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari | |
Is a normal delivery possible with a previous C section?
Hi .. am 27 yr old .. i had a C section delivery on 21/03/09 .. labour induction method was used .. as i wanted to deliver before my husband goes abroad .. now m expecting .. due date is given on 15th of August 2010 .. Can i deliver normally this time .. coz my 1st delivery was C section .. will it be a problem for me to deliver normally ?? | Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion normal delivery with previous history of caesarian might be possible in a few cases like:-1)When the previous indication was non recurrent like breech presentation of fetus,any complication like high BP or any leading to emergency termination etc.As per your information the cause for ceasarian appears to be failure of induction leading to failure of progress of labour.In this type of condition the normal delivery can be tried but there are many other factors which can be taken into consideration.They are :-1)Atleast 2-3 years of gap from last pregnancy.2)Was the surgery done in emergency or not.3)Any signs of infection during healing.So all the above factors are considered to know the scar integrity.If the scar integrity is poor then it might lead to scar rupture during the labor process.So I suggest you to get examined to know the scar integrity and follow your doctors advise basing on that.Nothing to worry as such.Avoid stress.Hope this helps.Best regards... | |
What causes severe pain in the arm & the upper chest?
I am a twenty eight year old female and for the past 3-4 days i have had a shooting pain in my left arm that starts in my inner elbow and goes down to my fingertips. For the past 24 hours i have also been having pain in my upper chest right above my left breast. what could be the cause of this pain? | Hello, MadamWelcome to healthcaremagic.I can certainly understand your concern.I have worked through your query in detail.The chest pain in your case is probably related to underlying gastroesophageal reflux disease or a gall stone disorder. These two conditions quite closely mimic the symptoms in your case.Hence it is very important to evaluate for the same through appropriate tests.For evaluation of these symptoms, it's mandatory to take ultrasound abdomen as the predominant investigative modality.Avoid fried and fatty food stuff .Avoid spices.Meanwhile to improve your symptoms, it's advisable to consider few medications like oral pills of pantoprazole and hyosamine to counteract the symptoms.Please check with your physician if he shares my view and if can prescribe these medications to you.Further management if any is largely based on test results.Review with test reports to determine further course of action.Post your further queries if any.Thank you | |
Suggest remedy to overcome sudden breathing problem and heavy acidity
Hi! I am Bedanta from Guwahati city. 5 to 6 months ago I was suffered from breathing problem at night. From the last few years I am suffering from heavy acidity problem till date and I was regularly used to consume capsules like Omeg and Ocid20. Please suggest me to get rid of sudden breathing problem and heavy acidity. | Respected user, hi I evaluated your query thoroughly .* Many information are lacking here to evaluate the question in detail - age - breathing problem -- everytime at night , intensity , severity , pattern, aggravating , relieving factors , associated chest pain, perspiration, gabhraman , chest tightness, - sleep pattern- using tobacco / alcohol - any reports of x-ray chest / ultrasound abdomen pelvis done till date* Kindly provide thorough details for the case till then I can suggest- avoid oily / spicy / non vegetarian stuffs / beverages - avoid prolong fasting / overeating- have balanced nutritious diet with lesser fat content- maintain your weight , blood sugar, cholesterol , BP levels - regular walking in fresh air, deep breathing exercises along with other aerobics , YOGA help tremendously- avoid stress / anxiety- avoid tobacco / alcohol - take help of doctors to figure out the cause & fix the issue rather than empirically taking ocid 20Hope this helps you .Welcome for further assistance .Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com & giving me an opportunity to assistRegards dear take care . | |
Diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Severe fatigue, pain and swelling on knees. Elevated liver enzymes. What to do?
I was just diagnosed with fibromyalgia . The last week to I have had severe fatigue to the point of collapsing. Out is still persisting. She mentionEd my crp(?) Levels were high indicating inflammation. I am having severe pain in both knees as well. Can the fibro cause the excesses pain and swelling in both knees and the fatigue that has persisted for 3 days? And what to do about it? Also elevated liver enzyme s | Hi, I am sorry that you are suffering from Fibromyalgia. Yes, it is possible for the FM to cause this excess pain and swelling for 3 days. Please take over the counter analgesics like Tylenol as and when required for pain. Adequate bed rest is must. SSRIs, Amytryptilline, Duloxetine, Gabapentin and milnacipran have been shown to be effective in FM. Wish you quick recovery. Take care. | |
Q. How to treat itchy bumps and rashes in the genital area?
Hi doctor, I have rashes on my leg and arms. It started a month ago. I am applying steroid cream for that. Two days back started appearing in genital areas too. Kindly help me. | Hi. I have reviewed the attached photographs (attachments removed to protect patient identity). I can see few fluid filled blisters. Please answer few questions of mine. I would also recommend you to upload the pictures of the rash on the arms and leg so that the condition becomes clearer. Revert back with more photographs to a dermatologist online --> | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
What can be done to initiate the immune system since treatment is not working for septicemia with meningitis and pneumonia ?
My brother (age 24) has meningitis with septicemia and pneumonia . Treatment was a bit delayed because doctors thought at first that it was morbilli( measles ). The main problem is that leukocytes are quiet and that the treatment is not working as strong as it should be, because 7 days have passed and he is in the same state as he was when meningitis was discovered. He has no medical history . He don t smoke or intoxicate any other way. Can something be done to initiate his immune system? | Hi, There is always high leucosites when severe infection takes place due to body defense mechanism. With the improvement of the disease this count will automatically go down. ok and bye. | |
What is the remedy for the pain in the joints in the groin extending towards the leg?
I have been suffering with joint pains, particularly in my groin area, sometimes radiating down my leg. I have had to start walking with a stick. I have had a diagnosis of arthritis in my knee, but I was told there was no arthritis in my pelvis. I find that very worrying as the pain is unbearable, especially at night, it is continuous, and worse in the cold, if it is raining, I can barley walk. | Hi you have been suffering from joint pains esp in your groin area which sometimes radiates to leg .Pain is more at night and on rainy nights. In my opinion you have problem in your spine called spinal canal stenosis( where the passage inside your spinal cord is narrowed). I would recommend pain killers at night , muscle relaxants and Lumbo sacral belt. If there is no relief in 10 days then go for an MRI spine . | |
What is the remedy for schizoaffective disorder,bipolar,severe depression abd anxiety disorder?
I have been diagnosed with Schizoaffective disorder, Bipolar, Sever depression, and bad anxiety disorder. I lost my psychiatrist and have been without my medication for over 3 months. I am struggling badly. I can t find a doctor that will accept my insurance and I can t afford the copays for some. I don t know what to do. All I want is Wellbutrin, Abilify or Geodon, and I was prescribed a high dose of valium, but I will accept ativan or klonopin. I just need help. I can t go without my meds much longer. No one is willing to help. It doesn t hurt to mention that I have a high tolerance to medication so I need higher doses. What do I do? | HIThank for asking to HCMI always advise my all the patients those have functional elements, that it is better to go for self counseling instead of thinking about taking any medicine, the first choice would be controlling the symptoms with the self confidence keeping the moral value high, stop positive thinking, bring back the confidence, keep the stress level almost nil, this seems hard to do but you can do it and would get the good result, hope this information helps you, have nice day. | |
Should Calten-D and Lipikind be taken for high cholesterol
Sir, I am 44 years old, I have done full body checkup. Every thing is ok, but my blood test show low calcium 8.3mg/dL and high cholestrol 219mg/dL, triglycerides 176mg/dL, HDL 32mg/dL, LDL 140mg/dL. My doctor suggest two tab CALTEN-D 1250mg and lipikind-10. Is it OK. pls. suggest. | Calton D is Contains calcium and vitamin D, you can take it for your low calcium, though low calcium does not always suggest deficiency of calcium, but as it is a supplement no harm in taking for a short while, do not take it longer than 6 months with evaluation. As vit F toxicity is know n off. As for your lipid profile, the results are on higher side though not something you should be really worried of. If you have no risk factors o would suggest lifestyle modifications, life cutting oil/fat in your diet, substitution with healthy oil like olive, supplements like omega 3 fatty acid flax seeds and otherwise. Rpt lipid profile after 3 months and if still high than start a medication for it, in my practice I have seem patients becoming complacent when they see the cholesterol coming down with meds and make no effort to change their unhealthy lifestyle. We have to understand cholesterol is not the only risk factor for all future problems of blood pressure, heart problems, stroke, diabetes and changing overall will help. Also if we follow guidelines, it is not prudent to start lipikind at your test s when there is no other risk factor. Regards Dr priyank mody | |
Joint pain, all tests normal except hematology test. What kind of blood disorder is it?
My mom suffers from an unknown terrible pain in joints and bones. She is 52 and 150Cms high.The pain increases noticeably during sleep. Sometimes she feels the pain in specific spots, her back, neck, backbone, shoulder ,... . She has done every kind of blood tests by now. The results are normal except in Hematology test. ESR 1st hr: 25 ESR 2nd Hr: 45 I.K (Katz index): 24 Is there any serious problem? I want to know what kind of blood disorder she may have. | Hi sara_naznazi_9 A raised ESR is only indicative of an inflammation in the body, even a mild infection in the body in the body can give rise to raised ESR , however for your mother at the age of 52 it is well within the normal range . I would like to know what other tests were done for your mother . Does she experience any burning or tingling sensations in her arms , forearms or fingers . does she experience weakness in her hands did she do any strenuous work in the last few days Is she a diabetic I suggest you to get an X-ray of her spine done to determine any problem with the inter vertebral disc (spinal cord) in which case she will have to avoid lifting heavy weights . you will have to consult a neurologist for further management. | |
What causes constant pain in my right lower abdomen?
I have constant pain in my right lower abdomen near my belt line. It is below my rib cage and above my iliac crest. During the day my abdomen feels like it get more bloated because my pants start hurting around that area. I am concerned. Should I go to my Ob-gyn for this problem ? | Hi,Before going to a gynaecologist why not a ultrasound and routine blood examination to be done.In my opinion lt looks like a either a colitis or appendix or gallbladder pathology is suspected, so in all this cases a clue could be obtained by the above mentioned investigation and a definitive diagnosis will be possible, so have a thought on it and proceed.Thanks | |
Experiencing abdominal pain. Ruled out celiac, appendix. Cause for pain?
Hi I am enquiring about my 10 year old who woke crying last night with abdominal pain and pain in the lower right side, she was already admitted to hospital in May with something very similar but they found nothing even though she had been passing out and all, I am quite worried about her but they have ruled out celiac and appendix, what else should I be looking for do you think | Dear madam, coeliac disease isnt actually the first thing to think about. Did she have some other symptoms such as diarrhea or vomiting? There are many causes of abdominal pain at this age but the most common are abdominal cramps, gastroenteritis, appendicitis, gastritis, intussusception, food allergies,pyelonephritis, Gynaecological, Referred pain. If it already happened as you said than she should do detailed work up includin some of the imaging tests such as US or CT scan. You should check that there is no some particularly food that trigger this pain. Wish you good health, Dr. Ivan Romich | |
Suggest treatment for chest discomfort and dizziness
today i was knitting and all of a sudden my chest got extremly warm, it felt a though my heart stopped (just how it felt), and i felt as though I was going to pass out. Lasted probably about 3 min or so, and I have been dizzy on and of since then it happened about 6 hours ago | Hello thereI visibly understand your concernYou probably had an arrhythmia which has now settledYou would require an ECG to confirm thatHope that helped | |
Q. 18-weeks-old baby diagnosed with congenital glaucoma and aniridia. Kindly help.
Hi doctor,My 18 weeks old second daughter was diagnosed to have congenital glaucoma with aniridia and corneal opacities bilaterally at birth for which she underwent bilateral trabeculectomy within 15 days of birth. She achieved peripheral clearance of cornea in both the eyes within few days of surgery after which there is not much improvement. Her photophobia has reduced now and she is attracted by lights, reflective surfaces, hanging toys in the baby gym, musical toys, etc. Her other milestones are normal except reaching for toys which she does occasionally. Her eye movements seem to be coordinated, at times shake while trying to fix.At 14 weeks of age, EUA was done after which doctors advised to wait for further corneal clearance as she does not require any surgical intervention for glaucoma right now and procedures like PKP has guarded prognosis till two years of age. Her IOP was variable during EUA but the corneal diameter and axial length of the globe were within normal range. She has a tongue tie, anteriorly placed anus, mild redundant periumbilical skin. Echocardiography and USG abdomen done were normal. We are planning to do a genetic test for her. There is no family history of such illness. We parents are E.N.T specialists practicing in India.I was 37 years old during my delivery and obstetric history was uneventful. Amniocentesis done during pregnancy showed normal FISH report. I would like to know about the prognosis of the disease, availability of advanced treatment options and about any early intervention services required for her. Currently, she is taking Timolol and Dorzolamide eye drops BD, Atropine eye drops and steroid eye drops OD. | Hi. It is a good sign that glaucoma is under control and cornea has started clearing out. But the main problem here is to stop development of amblyopia which is basically a state where due to prolong blurring of vision brain. Basically starts rejecting images after a certain time if the hindrance in vision is not corrected which in this case is corneal opacity. I am of an opinion that if we wait for two years chances of amblyopia are too high. You can consult a specialist for the management. Let me tell you in advance, chances of corneal transplant in infants is low and that too combined with glaucoma makes. Prognosis is poor. For more information consult an eye care ophthalmologist online --> | |
Could fever be side effect of starting lactogen milk?
Hi all, My daughter is 10 month old, last week i have started to give the Lactogen milk . Suddenly, she was not got the fever yesterday & there is no other food item i have added for her. Could you please let me that is there any side effect to have lactogen milk ? | Hi,Thank you for asking question on health care magic.Lactogen milk does not cause fever as side effect.It may cause vomiting or diarrhea sometimes.Nothing to worry and you can go on with lactogen feeding.Hope this answer will serve your purposePlease feel free to ask any more queries if requiredTake careDr.M.V.Subrahmanyam MD;DCHAssociate professor of pediatrics | |
What are the side effects of cyclo reg?
i used cyclo reg tablets for 20 days ,2 tablets per day to stop heavy bleeding....after the dose,immediately i got the period but i have undergone a severe burning sensation in the stomach during the next period for about 5 t0 6 days.....is this the side effect of cycloreg..?? | side effects of cycloreg are headache,stomache,acne,change in appetite,irregular menstural period,break through bleeding,sore breasts,worsening of migraine headache etc...pain in stomach can be due to your normal menstural bleeding or cycloreg..consult your gynecologist,if severe... | |
How can I reduce my child's fever?
Hi, my baby boy is 7 months old, he has had a high fever for the last 36 hours, I took him to GP yesterday she gave me ibuprofen and pamol for him - so far it has been working well, tonight however he is burning up again but still has freezing cold hands and feet - what does this mean and what should i do?? | Hi,Thanks and welcome to healthcare magic.High fever must be controlled irrespective of diagnosis with paracetamol 15 mg/kg every 4-6 hourly along with tepid sponging to prevent febrile convulsions.For cure of the disease cause of fever has to be investigated.viral fever subsides of it own within a couple of days.Otherwise consult pediatrician .Hope this answer is OK for you Please feel free to ask further queries if any.Dr.M.V.Subrahmanyam. | |
What causes gray stool in a baby after having rice cereal?
I have a 4 1/2 month old on formula. He received rice cereal spoon fed to him yesterday once, which he s had before, but this morning his stool was slate gray. This is my second child, and she s never had this. Should I be concerned about this? He has no health problems or GI problems (nor colic). | Hello, No you should be concerned, especially if you noticed that his stool is back to normal when you stops this rice cereal. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Salah Saad Shoman | |
Q. Is Mometasone dangerous to use on Face to clear my acne pimples?
Hello doctor, I am seriously facing acne pimples problem. Sometimes they occur on my face when I masturbate. If I use Mometasone, it gives a good result. Is it okay to continue this? | Hello. Acne is a universal issue in the age group of 15 to 25 years due to hormonal changes in adolescents. However, there are multiple effective treatment options depending on the grade and severity of the problem. Mometasone is a topical steroid and is to be avoided strictly on the face and for acne as it can harm your skin in the long run. Acne is dependent on hormones hence excess masturbation may sometimes lead to an increase in the problem. I would advise you to stop Mometasone immediately and kindly upload appropriate images to help us assess your current grade of acne and treat you better. Regards. For more information consult a dermatologist online --> | |
Should I consult a neurologist for nerve damage and level three concussion ?
i got hit with a baseball about a month ago and i went to the hospital and they said i have nerve damage and a level three concussion i was knocked out and my pediatrion said the headaches could last for three months and he put me on first hydrocodone and some steroids then on napralen and other steroids and my headaches are getting worse and he said to take aleve and nothing has helped and im up in the middle of the night cause of it. what should i do go to a neurologist or what | Dear Austin, You should certainly consult a neurologist. Post traumatic fibrous healing in the brain could trigger headache. A neurologist has to do certain tests including a brain MRI Scan to ascertain the cause of persistent headache. | |
Itchiness at the back of my ears, tip of the earlobe and forehead, heated up ears , rash on neck. what could this be?
I am concerned about the following: Itchiness at the back of my ears, tip of the earlobe and forehead , sometimes kneck. It occurs constantly and has been going on for months. There is no evidence of a rash or anything physical around the ear and forehead. My ears just heat up. On my kneck however, I see a bit of rash. What is this? | this is classical of sunburn and called as polymorphic light erruptions. avoid too much sun exposure, and if using hair dyes make sure it doesnt touch the ears. apply some steroid cream. preferably hydrocortisone or desonide | |
Q. Will Kalarchikai cure multiple ovarian cysts in PCOD?
Hello doctor, I have multiple small cysts in both ovaries (PCOS). Our family friend suggested me to consume Kalarchikai medicine, powdered mixed with pepper and honey to have it for one mandalam (48 days). I have completed nearly 44 days by consuming one small ball of the mixture every morning and before two weeks I got my periods. Then I had checked whether the cysts were dissolved by having an abdomen scan. But still, small multiple follicules have been seen in it with both ovaries enlarged. Kindly suggest me what I can do further. I got married before one and a half years and I am much worried about my pregnancy. I have gallstones as well. | Hello. I just read your query. See Kalarachi Kai choornam is helpful in amenorrhea. As far as small cysts are concerned they are unmatured eggs which failed to induce menstrual cycle previously, as a result, they got collected in the ovary and they will remain in the ovary. Now, you have got your periods you can start trying for conception. But I advise you to do it under the supervision of a nearby gynecologist because egg size is important while conception and that you can know by ovulation study. Ovulation study is performed under the supervision of a gynecologist. For gall stones, surgical intervention is required generally. Medicine is not of much help. | |
What could cause a dense area on the left kidney?
I have been having severe back pain and all my blood work has come back normal, I had a high level of leukocytes in my urine but when the culture came back it was negative of any growth. However they found a dense area on my left kidney. what could be the cause of this? | Hi,Thanks for writing in.You need to provide complete imaging information to assess possibilities causing a dense area in the kidney. Dense areas can be many things from pooling of blood, infection, neoplasm to calcification. Please send in your query with complete details. | |
Back shoulder hit after falling. Severe pain under breast, vicodin not helping
Last Monday I fell in my bathroom onto the ceramic tile. It's a step down so all the force hit my right back shoulder. I felt no pain in my back, but instantly felt pain right front under my breast and ribs. I fell so hard, I became sick to my stomach. I have had rib x-rays with no fractures. I am taking Vicodin, but not helping. Right now it is painful to do much of anything. I can't sleep. Sneezing, coughing, sitting, standing, pretty much everyday life is painful. Even the hiccups hurt. When will the pain subside? When should I go back to see my doctor? | hello. Have you tried applying warm compress or liniments into the affected area?What kind of pain is it?is it like electric shock, piercing, sharp or dull? I think you should go back to your doctor again to see what else can be ruled out besides bruised ribs. Describe what kind of pain you are having. | |
Is clavam 625 a correct medicine for dental problem?
hi ! doc i have been precscired by my doctor to have clavam 625 as i have dental problem my tooth which has a filling is has become very sensitive and a pit of pain on the cheeks i cant drink hot or cold drinks or water i can eat pls do reply is it the correct medication and will it work out for me ? neeshaa | hello thanks for consulting at hcm..Below the filling there may be occurence of secondary caries, resulting in pulp involvement,, since pain is there infection must have spread to periapical region hence sensitive and severe pain in the cheek,,hence your dentist has prescribed clavam 625mg which is antibiotics and you also may need analgesics also ,,plz get it under the guidance of your dentist.. and also get a iopa radiograph for the involved tooth,, after that you may need root canal treatment for that tooth,, hope it helps,,take care,, | |
Drug induced bone marrow suppression has caused low platelet counts. Undergoing platelet transfusion. Any homeopathic treatment for this?
Hi,my brother 26 suffered from drug induced bone marrow suppression which has been diagnosed by bone marrow aspiration.he was high temp and rashes so he was initially suspected for Dengue but on ELISA it was negative. His platelets nearly 30,000 and white cells 15,00 only while hematocrit normal and liver functions normal. In hospital been transfusing platelets and homoeopathically using Crotallus hor 30, Phosphorus 200, Ars alb 30, F. Phos 6x,eupatorium perf 200 and Ipecac. Please if some homeopathic meds which can activate bone marrow and increase platelets and white cells to normal values. ThanksAliLondon | hi Alinow i am not sure about homeopathic medicines but there certainly is a medicine that may help youtab revolade 50 once dailycheck liver functions and platelet counts regularly while on itNote: revolade is not specifically indicated for this. but i know hematologsts who have tried this drug for your kind of condition with relative success | |
Does an insect bite on the penis cause further infections?
An insect bite on the penis. He was bitten 2days ago at night time. He said it has swollen for an hour or two then it got back to normal. Yesterday he saw a black dot on the side of the hole of the penis, that seems to be the reason of the swelling (the bite). Is it safe just to leave it alone or should he get some medical attention? Thanks. | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forum Usually it subsided by a day/two. If not susided then visit doctor for antibiotic medications to prevent infection. All the best. You can apply oint soframyci locally over there for this. | |
What causes an increase in the enzyme levels of the liver?
I had blood tests done last week and the results showed slightly elevated liver enzymes levels. I am wondering is this serious and what could the cause be. Is there any precautions I can take. I am 64 years. My GP has suggested I have same repeated in 2 months. | it may be serious condition. there are many causes of raised liver enzymes. most common of them are viral hepatitis like hepatitis b and c, fatty liver, alcoholism, autoimmune ds, drugs etc. you need to be worked in sequence for these various causes. it may turn out to be a simple disease as fatty liver or life threatening disease like cirrhosis or luver cance.so get evaluated by a Gastroenterologist as soon as possible.also workup will also be affected by level of these enzymes, i think basic test should be done before leaving as it is for 2 months in a old age patient. i would suggest go for basic test like viral marker, usg etc uf no significant liver dysfunction noted can wait for 2 months and loose weight in the meantime if obese | |
What is the cause of pink areas in the groin?
Bright salmon pink areas in groin at base of scrotum- VERY sore...burning sensation.... foul fishy smell..whitish oily secretion from sore area. Comes on without warning.nothing (cause) to pin it down to. Daktacort cn clear it in a couple of days. Any thoughts ? | Welcome dear. I can well understand your health issue. Its difficult to go with this issue if its left unattended. You did the right thing and contacted righ away to the team of experts. Feel relax and I assure you that its not a big issue but needs complete care and attention.Its a fungal infection with superadded secondary bacterial infection. I often suggest Hydrozole cream to my patients along with a course of combo antibiotics. Take Tablet Augmentin 1gram twice for 7days. Keep the area dry, clean and airy. Wear loose clothes. Apply Hydrozole Cream 4times a day for at least 3 weeks.Click helpful. Write a review at my profile. Have a nice time.Regards!DR. HANIFPHILADELPHIA, USA | |
Is breast milk and cerelac enough to provide nutrients to the baby?
I am a working mother and have 1 year old daughter. I have very less time which I can devote to my kid to eat something solid. Her daily Diet is-Morning she is fed breastmilk whenever she needs Till 9, 9 o clock i give her 2 scoops of cerelac-wheat+mixed fruits, then she takes formula milk every 2 hrs Afternoon-2.30-again cerelac formula milk till 5 2 buiscuits in milk at 6-6.30 or custard @ 7-breastmilk Lentils soup and lil bread at 9 again cerelac if she has not taken dinner properly breastmilk till 9 in morning Is this Diet plan bad for her? She is very skiny but tall She hasn t started walking but crawls and moves by holding furniture, she seems to be active. Her weight is 8.5 kg. I am trying to introduce variety in her diet but she doesn t like to chew and doesn t take solid foods easily. Please let me know if she should be getting anything else. Is breastmilk and cerelac good enough to provide her nutrients | Hi.... breast milk and Cerelac alone will not provide her all the nutrients which are required for a 1 year old child.I suggest but you introduce her with all the cereals and rice and pulses with you take regularly at home. The concept of feeding a child after 1 year of age is called family pot feeding, which means that any child above 1 year of age should be fed the same food which is being cooked for elders at homeRegards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Q. Is it normal to have twitching of both the eyelids?
Hello doctor, I am 24 years old, my height is 6 feet and I weigh 200 pounds. Is it normal for both the eyelids to twitch? Bottom left eyelid and top right eyebrow twitch whenever I blink. It is worrisome. I drink caffeine but I am well rested. I had a negative brain CT scan done last month. I have never had both sides twitch. I have a reasonable amount of anxiety and stress lately. Have had a concussion history but nothing in over a year and have been cleared by many doctors and have had a negative CT scan. | Hello. Even though the eyelid twitches are very commonly associated with stress and they usually go away on their own without any treatment, the involvement of both eyelids could also be an early sign of blepharospasm which requires treatment. If symptoms are getting worse or twitches turn to spasm you must see an ophthalmologist who will evaluate the condition. If treatment is needed, a botox injection does the trick hence do not stress. It is not complicated. For more information consult a general practitioner online --> | |
What can cause pain in the right arm?
I have a pain in my right arm, high right above my bicep. I end up Geelong it in my shoulder abs sometimes in my wrist very lightly. It s very painful to the touch. Butt sometimes it just aches dully. I m familiar with regular muscle soreness. I can t exactly tell HOW this feels different, but it does. Thank you. | Hi, It might be a simple musculoskeletal pain. As a first line of management you can take analgesics like Acetaminophen or Tramadol for pain relief. If symptoms persist, you can consult an orthopedics and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Is transplantation safe?
I want to know how long it will take to ensure that one who done the transplantation is safe and live with normal diet and I want to know how long the medicines to be continued on normal conditions. I want to know what are the things to be taken care of by the doner to live a healthy life | Transplantation is the best modality to improve life expectancy at present. But 1st year post Transplantation is very crucial. If you are doing well in 1st year, you will do good afterwards. Average life expectancy with Transplantation is 25 years where as with dialysis, it is 6-8 years. About the donor..nothing special. But annual check up and avoidance of non vegetarian diet and pain killers is advisable. All the best. If you have any questions feel free to contact me. | |
What causes swelling in right arm and hand when diagnosed with herniated disc?
My husband has a bulging disk in his neck. He had a shot to relieve the extreme pain in his right arm. His right hand is very swollen and painful in middle, ring finger and thumb still. His left hand is swelling and painful. Not as bad as the right hand. He also has a 75% tear in his right shoulder rotato cuff. The dr are not sure what is causing the swelling in right hand. He can hardly care for himself. He can t lift blankets to sleep with, which he is doing in the recliner because laying down creates too much pain in his arm and hands. What could be creating the swelling? | Hirotator cuff if tornis usually repaired by surgery.since right arm movements are restricted due to tear, your husband should use a broad arm sling or any sling. so that arm doesn't hang and rotator cuff gets rest.hanging of arm without movement may cause more swelling I n right hand with gravity secondly it is advisable to seek opinion for earliest repair of cuff and discectomy of cervical disc protrusion to relieve nerves pressures on both sides of neck and arms,use sling and Advil, chloraxazone tabs if your doctor agrees,if iwereto treat, first thing I would suggest is use of cervical collar, and arm sling, for complete rest and cuffs repair,discectomybest wishesregards | |
Suggest remedy for dollar sized lump below the knee
my son has a silver dollar sized lump below the knee,off to the side. squishey feel, no pain. discovered it after he played baseball. he did slide into base early in game buy did not notice lump until changing clothes. no pain, as he is now at basketball practice. he is 16. lump is still there.should i take him somewhere? baffled at lump with no apparent injury | HI,Dear,Thanks for the query regarding your daughter.I studied your query and understood your health concerns.Remedy-You seem to have hematoma,which is causing painless squishy lump.I would advise you to Consult a ER Surgeon and you would be treated accordingly.So Don't worry and act fast as suggested.Welcome for any query to HCM and me in this regard.Have a Good Day.Dr.Savaskar M.N. | |
How do I handle my mother who has always been demanding ?
How do I handle my mother who has always been demanding? My mother is 78 years old, married to a man who is wheel chair bound who is 69 years old. Whenever I go to visit her she complains about her husband (not my father). She has been doing things like getting so mad that she goes for long drives, crying and acting out. I'm afraid she will some day hurt herself. What can I do to help her? For her birthday last year I asked friends and family to send her a "card shower" and she got very angry that I did that. She didn't speak to me for about 8 months. Just recently a church called me and wanted to recognize my step dad with an award and she said, and he agreed and he said, "SHUT THAT DOWN!" I didn't shut it down because the church had already gone through so much to get the award. Now I'm waiting for the next "backlash" of hatred towards me by them. What am I doing wrong with my mother and stepdad? Thanks. | i think she is having senile depressionso better take her to the near by psychiatrist once for the better result or else your worry tht she may hurt herself will com true | |
Went through IVF. Had embryo transfer 2 days ago. Bed resting, pineapple core is good for implantation?
Hi Dr. Samuel,My name is Linda. My husband and I went thru an IVF (ICSI) procedure. I had just had my embryo transfer 2 days ago. We had only 1 embryo with 4 cells (after 2days of insemination). My question is are:1) is bed resting helps the implantation and if yes, how long?2) i heard about pineapple core is which good for the implantation. I did not knw about this till today. Today is my 3rd day of transfer, can I start still take the pineapple core?Thank you in advance. | HI,1) Bed rest wont help. Keep moderate activity on.2) You can eat pineapple core but not associated with implantation.Regards | |
Suggest remedy for elephantitis
I am a 64 year old female with high blood pressure! The problem is I have a foot that has swelling and blackness to it! The clinic that treats my blood pressure has diagnosed it to be elephantitis! can you give me any advise on this? I am 5'3 and around 100 lbs! Thanks Joyce Hamel | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.You have elephantiasis. It is caused by microfilaria. You should take anti filarial medicine like ivermectin and albendazole. Avoid fatty food. Surgery is helpful in large size leg but multiple surgery with skin grafting is needed. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly.Hope I have answered your question, if you have any doubts then contact me at bit.ly/Drsanghvihardik, I will be happy to answer you.Thanks for using health care magic.Wish you a very good health. | |
What is the cause and treatment for low iron level?
My daughter has been diganosed with low iron level, I believe its 140 and I think it should be 280? She is only 16 and seems sensitive to all drugs. She had glandular fever last year and has not been right since. She got glandular after she was prescribed racoutane for her skin, worse mistake ever to take this drug. She was a top athlete and hockey player and has not been anywhere near herself for the past year. I am very confused with the present situation as she is not anaemic? Therefore a friend has suggested I get a print out from my doctor of all her recent blood checks to see if she if B12 deficient? I have only spoken with our doctor over the phone and have yet to assertain whether it is B12? or what exactly is wrong? Do you have any ideas as to what I should do to get her back to full health, it is very frustrating, she is really tired and not at all her old self, her studies (she is very bright) and sport have suffered greatly over the past year.? | Hello and welcome to HCM,Tiredness and low iron levels are suggestive of iron deficiency anemia.Iron supplements are required to replete the iron stores in the body.In addition, vitamin B 12 and folic acid levels should also be assessed because anemia due to deficiency of both iron and vitamin B12-folic acid is common.In case there is deficiency of vitamin B12-folic acid, vitamin B12-folic acid supplements are to be taken.Correction of anemia will be accompanied by improvement in symptoms of tiredness and lack of interest in studies and sports.Thanks and take careDr Shailja Puri | |
Suggest treatment for itchy rash at the base of spine
I am a type 2 Diabetic my reading tonight was 12 after dinner before evening medication.For some weeks I was eating weight loss health products choc bars I stopped because this rash appeared just above the base of my spine it is slowly clearing on the left hand side but it is still quite itchy on the right hand side the itch ieases when I use Dermaheal. ON Mothers day my sons neighbour gave him a bird the next day My neck was itchy with white spots I went to the chemist he gave me some anti histermine tablets I have been under quite a great deal of stress over the last 3 years since my husband passed away I now have some red spots on my chest dermheal helps them as well. Is there anything else I can use or do to clear up the rash on my back thank you | Hello, Weird rash, especially in a diabetic, could be a sign of an underlying medical condition. I would advise you to stop applying all the creams that you have been applying and to consult your Dermatologist for proper diagnosis and treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
What are the signs and symptoms of spinal stenosis?
I have spinal stenosis. Doctor noticed spots in spinal fluid on recent MRI. He tested me for B-12 deficiency and wants to do spinal tap on Wednesday. No word to me yet on result of B-12 test. Shouldn t I have results from first test before having the second? He said he is testing fluid for MS. What else besides Alzheimer s can show up in the spinal fluid? | Hello.I think you should trust your treating doctor.There are many things that can be detected in csf incuding infections, multiple sclerosis, alzheimer disease etc.So I cannot exactly tell you why he/she is trying to detect till I have had an opportunity to examine you.As for the waiting, I think you should get the test done, because some results take time, and probably your doctor does not want your diagnosis to get delayed.In MS, the treatment has best response when started at the earliest.So I think you should go ahead with your doctor's plans.I have tried to make it as simple as possible.Feel free to contact me for further related information.Best of luck,Dr Mittal | |
Is it normal for myocarditis to affect a person for a long period?
My 18 year old daughter was put in the hospital in November 2017 after a myocardial infarction. The cause was myocardtisi ruled as viral. She was released after a week. Since then she has gone to the ER and doctor many times with chest pain and she dos have sinus tachycardia. After months of this we took her to a new carsiac dr and they checked her troponin which was slightly elevated. In November troponin was above 17. The new dr also did a cardiac MRI which showed no change in heart since November. Still same amount of myocarditis. The first dr never did these tests and specifically said her heart was fine. Is this normal to have myocarditis this long??? Her EF was above 55 last time first dr checked few months ago | Hi, The repeated attacks of myocarditis is rare and the pain she is experiencing may be due to severe anxiety arising out of concerns. Myocarditis generally will not last for long. You can concerned a cardiologist and he will direct you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain | |
What is the knawing pain between my ribcage?
I have been so tired can hardly get out of bed. I have had knawing pain that is located in between my rib cage. I had an couple years ago and the findings were esophagus erosion but I was not happy with the bedside manner from the surgeon. My stomach is constantly bloated and I look pregnant (even though I'm for sure i am not pregnant). Do you think it may be an ulcer, hernia? Please help | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern without the clinical examination it is becoming very difficult some time to come on any conclusion with the help of brief history given here, if you do have history of esophagus disease then this complain need to be ruled out, as far as your doubts are concerns for, Hernia, ulcer, these all needs investigation without proper investigation such big diagnosis can not be made, if the pain is severe then in my opinion clinical examination would be urgent, hope this information helps you, have good day. | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online --> | |
Why does it hurt to sit up after falling badly on my stomach?
Hi, I was skateboarding earlier today, and I fell pretty hard straight on my stomach. When I try to sit up, it feels as if I ve done a bunch of sit-ups. There s no bruising that I can see, and it doesn t hurt unless I try to flex my abdominal muscles. | Hi.Pain on flexing the abdominal muscles after a trauma to the abdomen is suggestive of a trauma to the muscles of the abdominal musculature. This can be easily confirmed by local pressure and few investigations like ultrasonography of the abdomen proper to rule out an internal injury and of the abdominal wall to see the nature of the trauma to the musculature. IF this is so, a bed rest and anti-inflammatory medicines can give a complete relief. | |
Have acute myeloid leukemia, done chemotherapy. Have groin pain. Could it be due to lymph node swelling?
i have accute myloid leukeamia and am in remmission. i could only get 2 treatments of chemo as i got an infection after the first and nearly died and i took 8 weeks to recover from the second one. i am now getting the same pain in the groin area so can you get this pain in the left lymph node without it being the leukeamia. i turned down the bone marrow transplant as they didnt have a perfect match and the death rate was too high from getting stem cell transplantation | The presence of pain usually rules out malignancy. the leukemia may recurs as a lymphnode swelling and not as a pain.as the leukemia is a disease of blood cells, it usually recurs as a presence of blasts(abnormal cells) in peripheral blood smear or bone marrow. if your peripheral smear and bone marrow are in remission, it has nothing to do with recurrence of leukemia. But the pain may be due to the thrombosis of the deep veins of leg, which should be diagnosed with doppler examination of lower limbs. planning transplant means you may be having unfavourable cytogenetics. if you dont have a perfect match for transplant, you can ask for MUD(matched unrelated donor) transplant or umbilical cord stem cell transplant. you need to discuss with your hematologist for these options. | |
Whom to see in case of painful sacrum?
I am a 55 year old female. I have pain on a 8 level, at the very tip of my sacrum. It has gotten much worse over the past two months and much worse over the last week. I do have severe spinal arthritis, but this pain is different. What is that part of the bone at the tip of the sacrum called? I have had a hysterectomy. Sex is very painful in that region. Should I see a Gynecologist or a orthopedic doctor. Thank you | hithanks for writing to healthcaremagicthe part of bone at the tip of sacrum is called coccyx (tailbone)and you seem tosuffer from a condition called coccygodynia (swelling of soft tissue around your tailbone)as there is no history of injury the chances of fracture are very less.please take following treatment:1. for sitting -use ring pillow or doughnut cushion with a hole in between. (this will offload your tail bone).2. do not sit on any kind of hard surface3. avoid sitting for long4. do seitz bath( dip your buttocks in a tub of lukewarm water).if not possible lie down sideways and do hot fomentation.5. avoid any strenuous activities, lifting any kind of weight 6. take mild antiinflammatory like ibuprofen or naproxen7. avoid constipation, take high fibre diet and increase water intake.it will 2-3 weeks for recovery. if no relief , you can see your orthopaedic surgeon. he might consider giving a local steroid injection.hope i have answered your query .if satisfied please rate my answer.thank you | |
Can shortness of breath, chest pain and high BP pose a problem?
Hi Doctor, I'm 18 years old, fit, but have a blood pressure of 155/100. My school nurse and family doctor say I'm not at immediate risk. I feel slightly short of breath and I feel some heart pains, although these might be because I'm anxious. What should I do? | Hello, thanks for reaching out to us.Your blood pressure at 155/100 mmHg is high. You risk having cardiovascular diseases in future if you do not manage your blood pressure well. I will advise that you modify your lifestyle by eating healthily.- Eat green vegetables, nuts, whole grains etc. - Exercise regularly. Tr to register at a gym and get a trainer to construct a plan for you. Lose weight if you are overweight.-Avoid harmful habits like smoking and drinking. Please see a physician for physical evaluation, in case you need to undergo any test. | |
How can stiff neck and muscle spasms on the upper back be treated?
Good evening I woke up this morning barely able to turn my head. As the day progressed I start having muscle spasm across my upper back I feel it in my spin the base of my kneck into my occipital bone. It’s so painful I can sit up or barely move. Also, this morning my husband did try and massage me and he popped some of those weird bubbles . I tried yoga and that gave me more pain and I can barely take a deep breath | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. It may be due to muscle spasm or lumbar spondylosis with radiculopathy etc. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. use pain killer with muscle relaxant, use cold and worm compression. If symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
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 was only two drops. 2. We usually do not go for emesis (vomiting) for phenol poisoning cases. Because, it is a volatile compound and causes vapors entering the lungs through the airways. 3. As it was only two drops, I do not think it may cause much trouble. If he feels short of breath contact me back, otherwise fine. 1. He should avoid re-exposure. 2. Rule out if there is some sort of suicidal ideation due to depression or anxiety and take him to a psychiatrist for physical evaluation. For further follow up consult a general practitioner online.---> | |
How can one get rid of dark skin on the lips ?
hello i was just wandering if you could tell me how to get rid of my dark ipper lip skin it is a darker shade compared to my fair skin i am female whats the best way to get rid of this pigmentation? | Hi..dear hadia.., Thanks for choosing HCM.., Here some important 5 tips to get good looking lips.... 1) Apply honey to your lips every night before you sleep. Make it a habit, and you’ll get reddish lips like you are wearing lipstick..., 2) Some ginger to get only its juice. Get an egg from village chicken (which live by feeding by itself, not some commercial chicken) and get the egg’s yolk. Mix the juice with the yolk and put it as your breakfast menu every day...., 3) Mix young coconut water with yolk and some honey. Drink it once a day until it cured. 4) Just a simple method. Apply tooth paste to your lips before taking a bath. 5) Don't use any lipstiks for some time.., So follow these and get good result.., | |
What causes odd sensations in the leg with anxiety problem?
For about a week now I have been having odd sensations in my left leg, just in my ankle and slightly above it. The only way I can describe it is like a rumbling sensation. Its not painful in any way, just annoying. I am due to go on an aeroplane in about 4 weeks and was a bit worried it may make it worse. I have anxiety problems but other than that am quite healthy. I am 37 years old and on no medication. Hope you can help. | Hi, This can happen generally in vitamin B12 deficiency or spinal disc disease. As a first step get your Vitamin B12 levels and if it is low -take supplements. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Gopal Goel, Orthopaedic Surgeon | |
Why is my baby not taking food and water after fever?
HI, Recently, my 15 months old baby was having fever. Doctor prescribed paracetamol, Azithromycin, colimex (when she will cry no-stop), Atarax. Now after 4 days, everything is fine, but she is not taking food properly, alaso she is not showing any interest drinking water. Previously she used to drink with her sipper. Please let me know why this is happening, and how can I treat. Local doctor has suggested de-worming medicine after 1 week. | HI..it is very usual for the kids to have poor appetite when they are recovering fro any illness. Nothing to worry if her activity is normal. The feeding will gradually increase and as will the weight gain. If the urine output is normal, nothing to worry.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
What causes the lack of movement in hand after a arthroplasty?
I had a hemi arthroplasty after. A bad fall. The surgeon put in a ball and stem. I was just discharged from physical therapy because I am not making progress. There is something definitely wrong with my arm. The doctor doesn t want to see me unless I have a problem. I went to him with this problem. He just said pick your arm up with other hand. Anyway I want another surgeon to see me but they won t get involved. All I want is to be fixed. Can you help me. I am so depressed | It seems you had shoulder hemi replacement after a frcature.There are chances of Complication in every case and many times there is nothing a doctor can do about it.There are many advances in Shoulder surgeries now. We had organised a shoulder course recently for other doctors to showcase what are advances.In your case, there may be rotator cuff deficiency because of accident. If you can share the x rays with me, I would be able to guide you what can be done now. There are options available.What is your age? | |
How to make sure boy has hit puberty?
Hi, I feel like im a pathetic person becuase im a 15 year old male who isnt quite sure if i have hit ouberty yet. I have a small amount of pubic hair and quite a small penis, also should i be worried about my situation? Im very scard and also very sad about this, and very angry at myself becuase i feel like this is my fault. I almost forgot, my seimen is clear and i dont ejeculate every time i masterbate. If you can help,thank you. | Hi,Thank you for asking question on health care magic.All need not attain the puberty at the same age.There are certain biological variations.Puberty is known by breaking of voice,Axillary hair, Pubic hair, beards and mustaches (hair on the chin and upper lip) increase in the size of testes,elongation of penis,erections and discharges.Penis size is usually small and becomes big during erection.You need not worry you are only 15 years old and you have got 3-4 years time to develop.Hope this answer will serve your purpose.Please feel free to ask any more queries if requiredTake careDr.M.V.Subrahmanyam MD;DCHAssociate professor of pediatrics | |
Suffering from wheezing
My wife just had a Caesarean Section and was released from the hospital yesterday. She has Wheezing when she breathes that started this afternoon should she go back to the hospital ER or can she wait 14 hours for her OB/GYN - is this a sign of Pneumonia from the Anesthesia ? | thanks for your questionyou should visit your gynaec and take advise because in my patients who are post surgical i would like to rule out 3 causes-first is post surgical atelectasis in the bases of lung that is a common problem after surgeries of abdomen second is any secondary infection or pneumonia which is a possibility after visiting a hospital bronchial asthma or any bronchial diseaseall these diseases can be ruled out by simple investigations like chest xray , sputum culture and by measuring peak expiratory flow rate ask your pulmonologist if you should use an incentive spirometerdisscuss these modalities with your gynaecthanksfeel free to ask more questions | |
Pain in the neck shoulders and upper back.<br>Difficulty in walking after sitting for a long time. What is causing this pain?
Hi. I have a couple of questions about my body. My shoulders, neck , and upper back always hurt. I feel like it has something to do with my nerves, but it is an ongoing pain all over especially when I am trying to sleep. I am only 22 years old and my knees already crack all the time and after I am sitting for awhile it is difficult to get up right away and walk. Both of my legs from the knees down hurt really bad, Is there any answers you could give me or lead me in a direction to figure out why I have all of this pain? | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The crackling noise in the knee joints can be related to a decrease in the joint lubricants. Taking appropriate supplements orally will help in decreasing the symptoms. The pain at the multiple sites could be related to fibromyalgia and can be confirmed only after a physical examination. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal drtayal72@gmail.com | |
Is anesthesia ineffective on infected roots?
hello.,its my 1st post here. Anyway, i am undergoing RCT on my left molar. The dentist says she cannot use anaesthesia because "the roots" are infected. But when she inserts a file, it hurts like hell. Is it true that anaesthesia won't work if "the roots" are already infected? | Hi. Welcome to Healthcaremagic. I read your query. Its true that anaesthesia works less in case of infection due to acidic pH created by pus. But it is not mandatory that it does not work at all. If the infection is too much, you can first take a course of antibiotics prescribed from your dentist to bring down the infection.Then you can get the tooth anesthetize for RCT.As you mentioned its painful on insertion of file during RCT, these means you have some vital pulp remaining in that tooth. Without anesthesia, the procedure would be painful and time consuming.Do warm saline rinses for draining out infection.Hope the answer helps you. Thank you! | |
Supposed to start week of inactive sugar pills but accidentally started a new pack of Trivora. Concerned about preventing pregnancy ?
I am on Trivora birth control . Yesterday I was supposed to start my week of inactive sugar pills but i accdientally started a new pack. I am sexually active and am more concerned about preventing pregnancy than period irregularity. Should I just continue with the new pack or should I take the sugar pills as I was supposed to? | HiThere is no reason to be worried. Continue taking the new pack.Since you started the new pack without taking the inactive pills you will not get your period this week. Now you will get your periods after completing the active pills of the new pack.Taking the new pack directly is definitely going to protect against pregnancy. The only change will be that you will not get mensus this week.I hope I have answered to your satisfaction |
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