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Can topical steroids be used to treat dry scaly skin on the chin?
Hi! I am 56 y.o female, generally healthy, who noticed for the last month dry scaly skin on the perioral region of the chin, on my medial eyebrows, and perinasal area. I have not changed my cosmetic use, use a cream cleanser, and no blisters. I was told not to use any makeup and to clean only with warm water. Should I also try oxytetracycline or topical steroids? | Hello. Thanks for writing to us at healthcaremagicI will keep a possibility of facial seborrheic dermatitis.Facial seborrheic dermatitis classically presents with scaly patches on face particularly sides of nose, medial eyebrows or glabella, chin and upper lip etc. The patches are usually dull red in color and scaly.Seborrheic dermatitis is a steroid responsive dermatoses. I usually treat my patients of facial seborrheic dermatitis with a moderately potent topical steroid e.g fluticasone propionate 0.05% cream, twice daily.This usually brings about remarkable improvement in my patients in about 10 days to 2 weeks.However, since seborrheic dermatitis is a recurrent condition and because steroids can be used for ever on face therefore once significant improvement has been achieved topical steroids may be discontinued.Subsequent treatment with a topical immunomodulator like pimecrolimus is sufficient to maintain the improvement.The cream that you have been using contains pimecrolimus and it would be more useful as a maintenance cream rather than for treating a flare up of seborrheic dermatitis.Regards | |
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 causes painless lump under ribcage?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...okay so a few weeks back I was applying lotion to my torso and I felt this weird lump on the right side just under my ribcage. Kind of feels soild, moves a little like rubber and when I pushed on it I feel nausea. I do lay on this side a lot and I have no health conditions. I am a bit overweight and I have recently lost some weight about thirty pounds. I do also take adderall 20 xr for add. I made an appointment....just feeling scared and concerned....any suggestions as to what this may be or am I over thinking this. The lump isn't painful but like I said it causes nausea when touched or pressed on | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some soft tissue tumor like lipoma, neurofibroma or dermatofibroma. Or you may have some liver disease. Ypu should go for ultrasound study first. Itcwill givr you some idea about lump. Then you should go for fine needle aspiration cytology or biopsy of that lump if needed. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
I am hungry all the time, but when I eat my stomach hurts, why is this ?
Hi, I am hungry all the time but then when i eat my stomach really hurts why is this ? | Hi welcome to Healthcaremagic Hi..., you must take the food at the appropriate time... regularly, if not so, then the gastric juice will have effect on the mucosa of the stomach.., finally ending up in the Gastric ulcer.... hence you have pain in the empty stomach... avoid spicy foods, coffee, tea, until the ulcer is healed.., also good sleep is necessary... try this for 2 weeks , you will restore to normal health... if the pain is severe, then Tab.pantop 40mg once daily before breakfast for 2 weeks is enough.. Hope I have answered your question.. Takecare.. | |
What are the effects of Morphine on baby during pregnancy?
My daughter in law is just a few weeks pregnant in hospital with what they say is gallstones and they want to leave it to operate in the 2nd trimester. No she as been diagnosed with glandular fever. She has been given antiboticss Also I believe they gave her morphine. What effects will this al have on the baby? | Hello, and I hope I can help you today.Contrary to what many may believe, many medications can be used safely during pregnancy without having any effect on the fetus. Many types of antibiotics, especially ones that are derived from penicillin, are completely safe to use during pregnancy. Furthermore, pain relievers like morphine and similar drugs can also be used safely during pregnancy.I am sure that the doctors caring for your daughter-in-law have taken into consideration her pregnancy when deciding what the best medical treatment is for her. If she has infection that is spread beyond her gallbladder, treating her properly is absolutely necessary for her to have a healthy pregnancy going forward.In addition, your daughters doctors advice about operating on her gallbladder during the second trimester is correct. This is the time when the fetus is big enough to be less at risk for the effects of any drugs or medications, and still small enough to make the surgery technically possible without manipulating the uterus.Gallbladder disease tends to get worse while a woman is pregnant because of the hormones, so it is very important that your daughter-in-law follow the doctor's recommendations. It is a common disease that is managed frequently by obstetricians. I am sure that her medical team has chosen antibiotics and other medications to use that will not cause harm to the fetus.I hope I was able to answer your question today, and that my advice was reassuring.Best wishes, and best of luck to your daughter-in-law with the pregnancy,Dr. Brown | |
Cold fluid that leaks in head, dripping down the side and front of face, headache, cannot breathe well, top of nose hurt, CT scan, normal, back issues bone spur in neck, no history of back surgery or head trauma
I am feeling like there is cold fluid that leaks in my head for the last 6 days feels like dripping down side and front of face from the top of head . It was intermittent and now it is almot chronic- now it is getting worse day by day ... feel slight not severe headache in between eyes and nose (like sinus ) but can breathe well through my nose. The top of nose hurts badly. I went to the ER and I had a CT scan done. The results were normal. I do have back issues bone spur in neck and - no history of back surgery or any known head trauma. I really am scared as to what this can be. i have had bronchitis . I am having cholecysectomy tomorrow and want to make sure I am okay. This is very aggravating. What to do? | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern this is the real hallucination, the psychological condition is the cause of this, in my opinion it is better to consult the good psychiatrist, this is the only option you have, hope this information helps you have nice day. | |
Q. Even though I am taking Insulin, my sugar levels are high. What shall I do?
Hi doctor, I am a known diabetic for the past 15 years. 20 days ago, my HbA1c was 9.83. I am 54 years old and my weight is 87 kg. My medications are Metformin 500 mg, Hcl 1500 mg, Istavel 100 mg and Glaritus Insulin 30 units. Even then the sugar levels are 246, 265 and 277 after every three hours today. My creatinine, SGOT, SGPT, T3 and TSH are normal. | Hello. I have a few questions for you as I would like to know more about your diabetes history. Revert back with the answers to the above questions to an internal medicine physician online --> | |
Can condom help in reducing irritation during ejaculation?
Hello I was masturbating and I noticed that uncut my it s tiny but it s there it s the second time it happen. This time is not so bad. But whenever I pre cum because I wanted to know if it was possible to have sex, it only hurt wen I put pressure on it and when i pre ejaculated. Can I have sex in 2 days. Will a condom reduce irritation? | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forum If you have any cut in foreskin/frenulum, it needs time to heal. Please wash it with water and put antibiotic cream with rest for relief. It can recur if you continue to have sex/masturbation retracting your foreskin. Condom may not protect it as you have to retract your foreskin even with condom. All the best. | |
What causes pain in lower back in case of ovarian cancer?
where is the periceliac and peri-sma lymphadenopathy? and retroperitoneal lymphadenopathy, where is the left paracolic gutter. I have ovarian cancer and these are new areas on my ct scan. I am having pian in my lower back and wonder if they are in that area. | Hello,It is important to know if you have been operated for ovary cancer, or if you still have the tumor, and it is a large one. In most cases, patients with a tumor in the ovary can have pinching of nerves or nerve irritation that can cause the perception of pain. Since the nerves supplying the area originate in the lower back, these nerves make you feel that the pain is in the lower back. Any post-operative changes in the pelvis if applicable might also cause such a pain in the lower back.Another important, but the rare possibility is if you have any condition in the bones of the lower back which might be causing the pain. It is possible that cancer might have infiltrated certain structures, and therefore causing pain in the lower back. Please discuss this with your doctor and get further investigations done if required. Please do not worry.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Vivek Chail | |
Have birth control implant. Missed periods for 2 years, started irregular periods, pain in back. What does this mean?
I have the 3 year implant birthcontrol and I dident have a period for 2 years. Now I get them every 3 m... or so but I get two within a week. My last period was 06/03 06/09. Now its the 06/17 and I started yesterday, but its a brown discharge and I have pain in my back and lower abdomen . What could this mean? And I have 6months left on my implant. Do I need to get a new 1? | This may due to inflammatory action of implants, so you should consuly your gynecologist for proper medication. | |
What causes left side body pain, pressure in brain and numbness?
sir my father suffers from LEFT SIDE WHOLE BODY PAIN and also feels pressure on brain. some years ago(in childhood) ,he also had some symptoms of paralysis like numbness on left side.but the problem is not diagnosed yet.sir,please give a reply. | Hello,I would recommend performing a brain MRI study to exclude possible stroke, which could mimic this clinical situation. Regarding his symptoms, I would recommend taking duloxetine for body pain. You should discuss with his doctor on this possible treatment option. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Aida Quka | |
I'm asking because I was tested for diabetes & the doctor asked if it ran in my family? It does on both my mother & father's side & I have always had a sweet tooth but I am not overweight (I'm average) & try not to eat fatty foods that much. I do however tend to splurge on the sugar. Can too much sugar cause diabetes? Thanks everyone. | hi.no to much sugar doesnt lead to diabetes.there r 2 types of diabetes.type 1 which is due to deficiency of insulin secretion from beta cells of pancreas and in type 2 diabetes there is problem in the insulin receptors.diabetes may result from genetical alterations, obesity, sedantary life style. Ones u have diabetes, increase intake of sugar may increase the blood sugar level but sugar itself doesnt lead to diabetes.wish u good health | |
Suggest remedy for continuing blood clot problems
my search is to find some reasonable cause for continiual blood clotting problems "sticky Blood?" and swallowing problems as wellas many symptoms similar to ms. No one seems to be able to conclude the actual cause or link if any to the two... so the continued treatment is for MS. Blood clots have ben reocurring dispite the blood thinners that have been taken. Is there something that ties this all together? | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. If you have continued blood clotting problems despite of blood thinner then you should go for thrombophilia profile. You may have some deficiency like protein c or protein s or some other factors. Consult your doctor and investigate for that and then take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. | |
Is accidental bleach intake during pregnancy harmful?
My friend was cleaning out their water cooler and let bleach soak in it. I didn t know and drank from it. I swallowed three or four gulps before I felt it. I m pregnant and I was terrified. I immediately puked. What risks did it have to my baby. Is there anything else I can do | Hello, thanks for choosing healthcare magic for your query...I understand your concern.By knowing your history you swallowed very small amount and diluted bleach. So it is most likely you will not have to face any serious complications.Most probably your baby will be completely safe.But bleach is corrosive..it can injure food pipe( esophagus) and airway pipe(trachea). IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO MEET DOCTOR IN PERSON IMMEDIATELY.I hope this helps.Feel free to ask any further queries..Regards,DR TEJASHREE BHORGYNAECOLOGIST,DHANORI,PUNE | |
Do steroid injections for wheezing and breathlessness have any side effects?
.I just had a steroid injection for wheezing and shortness of breath. WIll be there be side effects. I forgot to ask. I am 62 years of age, recently had pneumonia, otherwise in good health. This weekend had an onset of wheezing that I thought was allergies. PA gave me a shot and a 5day prescription for zpak | Hello,Short course of steroids have no complications. Only long-term like taking steroids for more than 1 month have complications. Please do take steroids as inhalation, it doesn't have side effects.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Siva Kumar Reddy | |
What is the best medicine to reduce sgpt level at short interval?
gud pm doc..my son is planning to work abroad and he had a medical test last monday unfortunately his sgpt is elevated 107 and the agency told him to repeat the test this thursday what is the best medication to make his sgpt normal before his repeat test come..sorry doc i have to cancel my query | Hello,Nothing needs to be done. Just have some light food for couples of days. It will normalize by itself, if not then you have to get viral infections tests.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. B.dinesh | |
How to stop ejaculation during night?
hi can u tell me sir my problem is that sumtim i was ejaculated in the night u have any solution 4r this i m working in dubai nw i m slim ni have girlfrnd also bt she is in india we talk eachother on phone ths problem is effect on my health also my email YYYY@YYYY plzgiv me ur number i wnt talk 2 u ..thanku | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern looking to the history given here the "Nocturnal Ejaculation" is not the disease but this is a physiological phenomenon it may common to some men and may not to some in either way this is not harmful you can not stop this neither any medicine available for this, and no need to worry about this, hope this information helps you, take care and have a nice day. | |
What would be the need for a second evaluation for a mammagram?
I had a mammagram a week ago....I just received a letter that said I needed additional studies for a complete evaluation and that most findings are benign....My concern is that they never called me and sent me a letter....I am very upset....why would they not call me? | Since your mammogram is showing benign findings i would suggest u do a Ultrasonography of breast to see if their are any additional findings which may have not been found in mammography.RegardsDr De | |
After how many hours egg is released from ovary and what is the best time for intercourse?
I do ultrasound on day 23from cycle (cycle length 32)found 18*20mm ruptured follicle in ovary, et was 6mm what best time for intercourse? and howafter many hours egg will released from ovary and ?stay active after follicle rupture ?and I use duphaston10mg from day 21can affect on ovulation | Hi.. Thanks for writing.. Egg can survive only for 24 hrs after ovulation. So you need to have intercourse in and around this timeto have maximum chance of pregnancy.. Sperms can survive up to 72 hrs on the female genital tract.. Hope I have answered your query. Good day. | |
What causes pain on the left side of the back?
hi, i am a 49 year old man, having pain on my left side back area, it is sore, hurts to touch, hurts when i take a deep breath. tried naxopren 500mg. relieved pain for a little while but the pain came back. lying down easys the pain but when i get up it hurts. | You might be suffering from a facet joint arthropathy considering your age. In rare case, it may be a posterolateral disc protrusion impinging on the nerve roots on the left side. You need a muscle relaxant along with an anti inflammatory medication, and gradual exercises might help in relieving the pain. | |
How can pain in the lower back be treated?
I fell off of a short stool. Landed on my lower back, maybe my tailbone, also hit my head on a metal bar. My lower back is so sore, I can barely walk. Can t bend over, can t lift either leg. Severe pain just above my butt . My head has a big sore area with a soft sunken in spot. Not sure if I need medical attention, or just need to rest. I m miserable! | If you are still having severe back pain after a fall, and having leg weakness -- I hope that you have been examined by your doctor, and had xrays and possibly MRI of the lumbar spine ordered. | |
Had renal transplant done. Having dry cough. Test showed growth of gram positive cocci. What does this mean?
hello doctor, my mother had a renal transplant 4 years back she is on immunosupressant and many other medicines recommended by her doctor, but from last three months she is having a problem of dry cough which occurs every night . She had done a sputum culture and the report show moderate growth of Gram positive cocci. can u please tell what does this mean?? waiting for your reply. | Hello This means your mother is having chest infection and the organism responsible for this infection is gram positive cocci. According to the culture report,a proper anti biotic can be given. Thanks | |
What could sudden chest pain suggest?
My brother and sister at night describe to be feeling a pushing on their chest immediately after awaking in the middle of the night. They are 21 and 22 but have been feeling it throughout their whole lives. They suspect it is either something paranormal or health-related. Any answers? | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. At their age of 22 and 23 years, stress and anxiety related chest pain is more likely. But better to first rule out heart diseases for their symptoms. So get done ecg and 2d echo of both. If both these are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases in their case. Consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in their lives and start working on it's solution. They might need anxiolytic drugs too. Don't worry, they will be alright. Ask them too avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your brother and sister. Thanks. | |
Suggest treatment for lumbar spondyloarthropathy and vertebral wedging at L1
Hi, I m a 30 year old female suffering with severe back pain for the past few years. It has worsened after my recent pregnancy. After x-rays and MRIs these, are the finding: levoconvex curvature of lumbar spine, anterior osteophytes @ L4-5, T9-10, C6-7 and straightening from C3-C7. I was diagnosed with mild lumbar spondlyoarthropathy and vertebral wedging @ L1, also end plate sclerosis and focal spondylosis @ T9-T10. What does all of this mean and what is the best course of action for treatment? Also wondering about best plan for pain management and lifestyle changes? Thanks for your time! | Hi, In short young lady, the radiology report is saying to your doctors that you are suffering from what would appear to be a moderate degree of degenerative disc and joint disease in the spinal column at various levels. You have excessive curvature to the left (Levoscoliosis) and the rest of the findings can be simplied to saying you have arthritic disease of the osteoarthritic type. That's what all the fancy vocabulary means. Best treatment options include exercise as promoted by the Arthritis Foundation of America who has an excellent website. I advise you read it since there are also a number of conservative measures they tell you about in order to try to milk things such as water or aquatherapy as well as the utilization of the anti-inflammatory diet that is felt to possibly reduce arthritic progression of the spinal column, etc. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dariush Saghafi, Neurologist | |
Suggest treatment for burning sensation and low estrogen levels
I am 67 years old and in the last few months have been experiencing a burning ( no itching) symptom - my dr told me that this is normal and this is caused by low estrogen - I used canesten cream but the symptoms are now back - what can I do to rid this burning feeling - I am starting to worry - is this normal | Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forumIn short: Your doctor is right.Explanation: Taking hormonal replacement therapy has its own side effects. Best therapy is to apply oestrogen cream over there and to maintain lubrication. Your symptoms will subside once you have proper lubrication. All the best. | |
Can uti, cipro or acetaminophen cause elevation in levels of liver enzyme?
I am a 58 year old male and I experienced a UTI a few weeks back, successfully treated with cipro. Around the same time I was in for a routine blood test and my liver enzymes apparently are slightly elevated -- enough for my doctor to be curious, but not yet concerned. Could the UTI, the cipro. or the acetaminophen I was also taking (thinking I had the flu) cause the elevated liver enzymes? | Acetaminophen cause elevation of liver enzymes , don't worry it will settle down as soon as u stopped it in two weeks no need to bother..hope i am helpful, live r enzymes elevated in any viral infection , they will come down as soon as infection control s no need to worry it wont cause amy problem 2 u | |
Chronic back pain, moderate relief with physiotherapy and massage. Effective remedy?
Hello Sir I am Ashish and i am from delhi i am suffering from chronic backpain since few months but now after some rest physiotherapy iand massage i am feeling better but this pain is still irritating me at times i have a pain in my lower disc l4 l5 please suggest me the needful remedies to get rid of it as i am a marine engineer i need to get back to work soon | hello, as you have chronic back pain you need to be investigated for slipped disc or sciatica. you might need to be done ct scan of spine if your xray turns out normal. you can take painkillers and apply ointment to alleviate the problem of pain. you can do some back exercises you can be shown by the physiotherapist. apply hot packs before you go to sleep it will give alot of relief. avoid lifting heavy objects and bending alot try to sit properly with your back aligned to the chair use firm mattress when sleeping hope to have helped answer your query wish you a quick recovery. | |
Suggest correct dosage of morning after pill
I had unprotected sex at 2 am Friday and I then took the first morning after pill at 12 pm the same day. I was late on my second pill and ended up taking it at 11 am Saturday, so I was 23 hours late for the second pill from the first. Now should this be okay being this late for the second pill? Should I take a third pill? Or is the effectiveness of the pill still fine? | Hi,No this delay is not okay.The second tablet should have been taken 12 hours after the first dose. So its efficiency is no longer guaranteed. Today is the sixth day from unprotected intercourse. So repeating the dose is not going to work.I would advise you to have pregnancy test if you miss your period. If it comes out as positive discuss with your doctor for abortion.I hope I have answered to your satisfaction. | |
What causes bumps on lower spine of a child?
Possible causes for several clear fluid filled very small bumps on lower spine of 7 year old female. Recently one of them became red and pus filled; burst in the bathtub. Small ones were just little bumps a couple of months ago, now fluid filled. New ones top of leg and top of butt crack...what are they? | Hi..by what you quote I feel these could be skin infection...pyoderma. As you say these are pus filled, they will require oral and topical antibiotics. I suggest you consult your paediatrician for antibiotic prescription.regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Depressed, pain in neck and back. Treatment?
Yes, thank you. I am on Methadone 10 mg tablets, Methocarbamol 750mg tablets, Trazadone for sleep and two anti depressants. I've been hit 3 times in car accidents and recently tripped and fell onto my chin and face. I've been in severe pain for about 10 years and am so tired of being on medications. I am depressed - lost my younger brother, my uncle, 7 friends and my husband within a year, lost my job, am considered disabled, and so on. Is there any hope that my neck and back might someday be in less pain? I've tried 37 different treatments, chiropractic, accupuncture, sacrial cranial work, pain management and more. Sorry, I am unable to pay the $15 for a reply...I do not have extra $ to spend. | Thank you for asking on HCM.If I was your treating physician i will do the following for your pain:1. Start tab duloxetine ( this is a strong antidepressant having a special feature to relieve body pains).2. Start tab pregabalin. It is useful in relieving neuropathic pains in the body. 3. Investigate for other causes of neck and back pain by doing an X-ray of the neck spine and back.4. Self CBT or professional talk therapy for depression.I can understand the pain that you are going through and the stressful times you have been through. You can also join social support groups online and start simple muscle relaxation exercises.I hope you find this helpful. | |
Can Combimist l respules be used through nebulizer for cough?
res sir, i m having severe cough with mild sputum, having previous history of asthmatic symptoms, right now i cant able to breathe properly , i am felling my chest was stiff during inspiration, i done PFT , in that it shows restrictive pattern, in that my fvc was 39% fev1 was 36% and fvc/fev1 ratio was 100% in pre broncho dialator and in post broncho dialator test it shows fvc 62% and fev1 51%. so what to do now, can i use combimist l respules through nebulizer. | Thanks for your question on HCM.In my opinion you are having asthma. As PFT shows clear cut improvement in post bronchodilator test. And this improvement is the diagnostic feature for asthma.And combimist l is having levosalbutamol and ipratropium. And both are bronchodilator. So you should definitely take this. This will give you symptomatic relief .But you should consult pulmonologist and start maintainance treatment for asthma to prevent such attacks.So take combimist l and get appointment of pulmonologist for maintenance treatment. | |
Noticed swelling on the lower calf on the left leg after an injury
Good Evening, About 2 days ago my dog was tied up outside and when I went to bring her in she saw a bird and ran off causing her spike to come out of the ground and hit me in the lower calf of my left leg. Instantly it swelled up like a golf ball and hurt very bad, the skin didn t break but it turned purple covering my whole calf, it was badly bruised, it still hurts very bad and there is still a lump that hurts to touch. I figured it just broke a blood vessel that s why the bruise, but the knot I feel inside is what concerns me. Could this be a blood clot? | hi You are very right . This swelling you feel is most likely to be a blood clot and since you are already feeling better, there appears to be no cause to worry. The clot will take sometime and disappear in due course of time | |
Experiencing burning sensation during urination and soreness in penis. UTI or STD?
I recently had sex with my wife, last week who had a lot of white discharge. She says she doesn t have any symptoms of yeast infection or anything but was just coming off menstrual cycle. Next day I felt sore in penis area and started burning sensation during urination and sore penis to touch. Also I have noticed my stool is harder than usual and burns as well. Any ideas, we were separated for awhile but she says she used protection when she had sex with other partner. Wondering if UTI or STD | HelloThanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have burning urination and soreness of penis since recently after having sex with your wife who has white vaginal discharge.This is most likely to be due to infection of the glans penis or UTI transmitted through vaginal intercourse .However looking at her relationships with other partners possibility of getting STD has to be ruled out by doing blood tests for STD and swab test of fluid from urethra has to be done to confirm the diagnosis.In the mean while take take broad spectrum antibiotic like Cefexine or Doxicycline along with anti inflammatory drug like Diclofenac twice daily.Ensure to wash your genitals with warm water twice dailyEnsure to avoid sexual encounters till it heals up completely. | |
hi my son has ITP, he has this bump on his right temple he just woke up complaining of pain in that region. it looked like a mosquito bite in the afternoon. i am worried about him bleeding internally, What are the symptoms of internal bleeding in head? Thanks for ur quick reply | Hi,The symptoms of internal bleeding in the head includes headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness and confusion. If there is a possibility that he hit his head while sleeping then please take him to the hospital for ct scan.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Salah Saad Shoman | |
Q. What is the treatment for broken tooth after filling?
Hello doctor, I had a severe toothache and after getting permanent tooth filling done tiny pieces of tooth started to break. Now completely the tooth is fallen and when consulted a doctor he told dental implant of the tooth must be done because RCT can be done but as there is no root so the cap might come off again and again. Please help. | Hi. I am unable to understand your question completely. If there was no root then how was the filling done? And which tooth are you concerned about? Answer me with a photograph of the same in your follow up. As far your problem is concerned, permanent fillings do not come out that easily provided it is manipulation and filling and post filling procedures were all done correctly. Secondly, yes you can go for RCT only if there is a healthy supporting root. As far as the implant is concerned, you can opt it will be a perfect choice if you wish you may also go for prosthodontic bridge provided your adjacent teeth are healthy enough to give support. In the bridge, we take the support of one or two adjoining teeth and thus there is a set of 2 to 3 crowns which get fixed on healthy teeth hence your absent teeth gets a crown. | |
What causes purple spot on gum above front tooth?
I have a small purple spot on my gum right above my front tooth. It's been there about 2 weeks. It's not raised and its not getting worse as far as I can tell. It doesn't bother me other than I'm concerned as to what it could be. What do you think? Thank you. | Hello,Read your query, small purple spot on gum above tooth can swelling secondary to Abscess or cyst formation due to trauma or infection . Abscess formation can be due to carious tooth , or it can be due to Periodontal infection that is infection in gums . Dont be worried so much I will suggest you to consult oral surgeon for visual examination of spot and evaluation . Inmeantime do warm saline rinses and you can apply ointment like gum paint on gum to reduce inflammation if present .Hope this will help you. | |
Is conceiving possible while having small subscapsular follicles with dense stroma lateral to uterus?
MULTIPLE small subscapsular follicles measuring less than 1.0 cm with dense stroma probably representig polycystic ovaries..both have lateral to the uterus. I am retroverted.my right ovary is measuring 4.2x2.4x2.4 while my left is 3.7x2.9x2.4 is there a chance that ill get pregnant what is the meaning?thanks doc | HAIWELCOME TO HCM You are having PCOD.You need ovulation induction with follicular study to check your ovulation.CHECK your day 2 FSH,LH,PROLACTIN,THYROID,.METFORMIN NEEDED IN CASE OF SEVERE PCOS.IT IS POSSIBLE TO CONCEIVE WITH DRUGS OR INJECTION.consult an infertility specialist. | |
What are the possible treatments for bipolar disorder?
Hi, My sister in law who is aged 36 years is suffering from Bipolar Disorder. She is under following medication from last 1.5 years: Clonotril 1 mg, Tolaz 5 mg, Parkin 4 mg, Nexito 5 mg all the tablets consumed each every day. At times her face becomes swollen and during that time, she says that is afraid that she is going to die and she loses her self control. Her BP shoots up high. Kindly advise if the medications are under the right directions. Should there be increase or decrease/change of medications? Regards, Thamayanthi R | Hi, It is not in your sister in law's best interest for physicians on this network to determine the validity of any treatment which has already been advised by another physician from whom she currently receives treatment. It is, however, within the bounds of our knowledge base to tell you that it would be perfectly reasonable for you to encourage your sister-in-law to be honest with her treating physician and relate the side effects you mention (now or at the next visit) so that the physician involved can determine the validity of the medication regimen, the dosages, and the possibility of substitutions or other changes for her to feel better. This is the best course of action your sister-in-law could take for herself. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dariush Saghafi, Neurologist | |
Could using Cerelac cause constipation?
I m giving cerelac to my 11mths old baby. But for sometime I feel it doesn t suit him becoz he is suffering from constipation. Earlier i had been giving him the cerelac twice or thrice in a day but now I have restricted it to once in a day. I would like to ask is there any sideeffect of cerelac that he suffered from constipation? | HI...Cerelac alone cannot be causing constipation. It also depends on how much water and fibre is going into his system. I suggest you give him adequate amount of water and fibre too. Natural methods are the best to relieve constipation. Maximum milk consumption per day should not exceed 300-400ml. Minimum 3-4 cups of fruits and vegetables to be consumed per day.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Dessicated disc L4-L5, lumbosacral spine, unable to sleep, surgery the right option ?
I have lumbosacral spine dessicated disc L4-L5, now I have severe pain even lying down in bed is not comfortable it is paining now , I got my mri done on 14th april 2012 , i have this problem from last 4 1/2 years. Right now i am in XXXX and doctor here told me that only surgery is the last option , please help me ? is it safe to go for the surgery | hello sir, thank you for consulting us, you are suffering from a serious problem of desiccated lumbosacral spine L4-L5. since you are having this from quite a long period of time , i.e. around 4 1/2 years, you must have tried all the conservative methods to decrease your pain. your recent MRI report must have suggested deterioration in your condition, thus the incharge doctor has advised you with only one option that is surgery. since your condition is deteriorating so surgery is the best option presently, as it will definitely improve your condition, though it is a major and invasive operation. outcome of most of these surgery is good . hoping you take the correct decision and get yourself operated soon, wishing you good health. | |
Can plan b cause side effects like pain,fatigue,nausea?
Hi my name is Michelle, I am writing you to ask, how do I know if I m having an allergic reaction to plan b? Because I have taken plan b like a week ago and am spotting, I have abdominal pains, headaches, loss of appetite, weakness, neasous, vomiting ect | Hello, Your symptoms seem to be related to common side effects of plan B. The symptoms usually go away on its own. If the symptoms will continue you should use an alternative option of contraception. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest remedy for tethered spinal cord
How bad is this and I know it s not good. My 23 year old daughter has had to have surgery 2 times for tethered spinal cord and we just got MRI results and it s retethered again. Ugh she has complete effacement of the dorsal subarachnoid space from t 5 through t8 | Hi,Thanks for writing in.Tethered cord can recur after surgery in young adults. In many patients the cord remains tethered even after doctors have tried to release the cord by one or more surgical sessions. It is important that the surgical procedures include careful intradural dissection and meticulous wound and dural closure. There are cases where multiple revision procedures, vertebral column shortening has become an appropriate alternative to surgical detethering. Post op surgical complications are common if the patient does not follow instructions to prevent any CSF leakage. In some of the patients CSF diversion is also required. | |
Should I go to the emergency if having pain, swelling, lump on foot after hurting it?
My weight came down hard on the left side of my foot as my foot slid in my untied shoe. There is no bruising but some swelling and a hemotomo type lump (that is hard and does not move) on the bottom of to the left of the arch. I have been icing it an cannot put my weight on it without pain. I can touch the top of the foot and even rub gently around the lump, but it is painful even though not excruciating. Should I go to emergency room? | you should first do an x ray to rule out whether the lump is from bone or from soft tissue further workup will be accordingly | |
Q. Will stopping Paxil for OCD bring back the symptoms?
Hello doctor, I am a 36-year-old woman and I take Paxil for OCD, 40 mg a day. When I went off the medicines several years ago, I had a long period of time before I had symptoms again, but then they did return. So after some time, I began the Paxil again. I had been very slowly weaning off and I had been taking 7 mg or less per day for five months before I noticed any problems. Before that, I was taking about 14 mg per day for another five months. Is that normal? I mean it makes me wonder if I really need the medication because I had a long time on a low dose or none at all without symptoms. | Hi. Medicines are prescribed in little high doses to quell the acute symptoms and then maintenance doses to maintain the minimum threshold. Weaning off is to maintain the satisfactory threshold and to stop. But in the majority of the cases, weaning off or rather the whole process of treatment should be augmented with psychotherapies associated with the diagnosed condition. In your case, CBT (cognitive behavior therapy) should be augmented with the medicine. Combining medicines with CBT provides the brain with the much-required equilibrium and help maintain the chemical balance. Thus, when you wean off the medicine, the natural threshold can be maintained without medicine and with CBT. Talk to your psychiatrist or therapist regarding the procedure. Take care. | |
What causes moving liquid sensation in head?
Hi, I am a 17-years old female and I always feel these liquid sensations moving through my brain. I can hear them and it is like water swishing for about 1-4 seconds. This occurs multiple times a week and I frequently feel a lot of pressure on my head. Occasionally, I will get this sudden cold, tingly, numbing rush that overtakes the left side of my hide. The moving liquid sensations occurs on the right, upper back side of my head. Can you help identify what the issue is? | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, and I would like to say that this is kind of functional condition you must have developed and this is called hallucination, you have to control your thought, try to forget this feeling because nothing like this is happening in real, at the most get done CT of brain to clear the doubt, if this continues to happens then you will have to see the psychiatrist, take care and have a nice day. | |
What causes sore throat ,fever , cough and headache?
Hey I've had a fever for 4 days now the highest being 103 but it sometimes goes down to normal. It began with sore throat, cough, heeadache. Now I have stomach symtoms, diarrhea,dizzy spells... I'm also b12 def and animic could this be the cause it's so bad? | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of sore throat,fever, cough and headache since 4 days which could be due to bacterial or viral infection due to infection of upper respiratory tract due to poor compromised immunity of body. Need not to worry about it. You can start with crocin syrup 5ml 4-5 times a day depending upon fever. If fever increases do tepid sponging as well with cold water. Use mist humidifiers in room. Visit general physician once if symptoms keeps on persisting. You should keep yourself hydrated always. Take diet rich in multivitamins. Avoid taking spicy and sharp food. Avoid cold carbonated beverages. You should go for steam inhalation.Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari | |
How can fatty liver and cholesterol be reduced through lifestyle changes?
Hai doctor I have liver fatty i ultra sound scaning I tested LFT Sgpt 113 Sgot 50 Bilurubin 1.3 Triglisaride 258 Ldl 179 Hdl 47 I am taking udiliv 300 After 1 month i testd gain Sgpt 49 Sgot 38 Bilurubin 1.3 Triglisarid 250 Lfl 163 Hdl 47 I had regular exercise Not eat fatty foods How can i reduse liver fatty and chilostrols | Hello welcome to the health care magic Your high sgpt was because of fatty liver. For reducing cholesterol level if exercise and dietary habit not working than anti lipidemic drug can be prescribed. Rosuvastatin like drug can be prescribed for that. Aerobic exercise, swimming, cycling, brisk walking etc are good for that. Take care Hope this will help you | |
Is blood in vomit during throat infection a cause for concern?
i have a six year daughter who has fever and throat infection. she is been treated with brufen and clamp forte. this treatment is going on from last four days, but today evening when she vomitted there was little blood. that has worried me. pls let me know whether there is any thing to worry | Hello. i just read through your question.In most cases, what you describe is not cause for alarm. However, it is always a good idea to be examined when you see something like this. I recommend consulting with your doctor | |
What is the treatment for short breath and dizziness?
hello doctor,I am 25year old guy..I have short breathing problem and aldo dizzyness sometime pain in stomach ,heart ,lungs...i went to doctor today they diagonose everything possible there like ECG,Lung Function, chest Xray,Chemicals level in blood,Blood cell levels,Protein levels and also TSH level...after all this experiment they can not conclude anything because everything was normal...they asked me to take one allergy test...can you please explain because they wrote on my report like unclear scenario..:( | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Doctors have done almost all tests for the diagnosis of your breathlessness. But they are failed to diagnose so they have written 'unclear scenario'. It is observed that many patients do have underlying allergy which is not picked up by any tests. And this allergy can cause shortness of breath. This is the reason why doctors gave you allergy pill. If you still don't improve then possibility of stress and anxiety related symptoms is more. So better to consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on it's solution. You may need anxiolytic drugs too. Don't worry, you will be alright. Avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
Should I be concerned for cancerous lump removed from breast followed by radiation? Will biopsy give accurate results?
I am going to have a biopsy due to calcifications. A year ago I had a cancerous lump removed from the other breast followed by radiation. How concerned should I be? Will the biopsy give accurate results? Can they remove calicifications? Thanks - Linda | Biopsy is completely accurate. nothing can replace biopsy since the cells are examined under the microscope and then decided what they are. Since you said there are only calcifications, there is nothing to worry. Since you have been irradiated the treating doctor is cautious and asked for the test, nothing to worry | |
Suggest treatment for painful lump in armpit along with red rash
I have a best way to describe it is a lump/bump in my armpit, it has gotten more painful and almost burning feeling as the day has went on. Also there is a red rash looking area near it not right on or close but near the spot that is hurting / burning. Can you just help me with calming down really lol and it possibly only being an ingrown hair? What to look for, symptoms, etc that can help me in this and also with deciding my net step. Thanks you so very much! I look forward to your quick and helpful reply! Thanks again! | Hi,From history it seems that there might be having ingrown hair follicleinfection producing cellulitis surrounding area.In my opinion you might require one antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medicine course for 3 days to cure infection and preventing pus formation.Ok and take care. | |
Q. How long are knee and shoulder growth plates expected to be open following the closure of hip growth plates?
Hello doctor, Is it possible for the knees and shoulder or spine growth plates to be open, once the hip and ankle growth plates have closed? | Hello. It depends upon the age. Because on an average if the hip and ankle growth plates have fused then the knees, shoulder, and spine follow it and close in the next six months of the onset of fusion of the hip and ankle growth plates. | |
Jawline hurts, no lump and no fever. How can I stop clenching jaws?
The right side of my jaw line hurts to the touch. There s no lump and I do not have a fever . However, I have had a pretty bad headache for the last 3 days (it s mostly gone now) and I do have TMJ . This pain is not in the hinge but midway on the bone between my chin and the hinge. Should I schedule an appointment witht the doc or stop clentching my jaw and not worry if it goes away? | hello and welcome to hcm forum, i am glad to answer your query, according to the dental history presented by you it seems that you have been suffering from a TMJ problem for quite a while, and the pain in jaw is usually associated with it, headaches are also sometimes associated with TMJ problem, therefore i would advise you to see a dentist(oral surgeon), clenching of teeth is related to stress or may be due to other reasons as well, in order to rule out the cause, a dentist need to check you clinically, therefore, it is best to visit your dentist soon. i hope i answered your query, i wish you good health, take care. | |
Suffer from back pain. MRI report showing lumbar spondylosis, annular disc bulge and disc herniation. Explain?
Hi Doctor, I got an MRI report last week because of my Back pain. They have mentioned Impression as 1. Early Lumbar Spondylosis 2. Posterior Annular Disc Bulge at L4/L5 Impinging upon Bilateral Neural Foramina. No Compression of Exiting Nerve Roots. 3. Left Paracentral and Foraminal Disc Herniation at L5/S1 causing Left Foraminal Stenosis with Compression of Exiting Nerve Root. Please guide | hallo dear friend ,thanks for writing to HCMi have studied your casewhat is your age? this is you first episode or repeatedly having same problem is there any weakness in your lower limb or upper limbyou need methylcobalamine , muscle relaxant with analgesictake rest , , hot or cold fomentation avoid lifting weights sit with taking support to your back continue spine extension exersizes physiotherapy - SWD ,IFT WILL HELP if pain doesnt relieve then you need spinal decompression surgery for lumbar vertebrae ,for further query contact drvaibhavg@yahoo.com | |
Should delay in period while taking microgynon cause worry?
Hi, I'm on the microgynon 30 pill and I've been on it for two years. I missed two pills this month, and I was about to have sex with my fiancé before I realised. He didn't ejaculate inside of me, we didn't even have sex properly just the tip went in a few times. It has now been the fourth day on my pill free day and I still haven't got a period. Should I be worried? | Though chances of pregnancy are low, they are not absent. Wait 3 more days, do an 1st morning sample of Urine for Pregnancy. If positive, you need to consider your options. | |
What causes clotted blood tinged phlegm discharge from the nose?
My wife has a circular, hard discharge from her nose every few days. She has to blow her nose real hard to get it out, and she thinks it is coming from the top of her nose between the eyes. It is a combination of blood and sinus congestion. What could this be? | thanks for posting your query to hcm.As I understand it could be because of epistaxis or sinus infection .you should be careful about it as correct diagnosis and proper treatment is necessary to cure it . I suggest you to consult a ENT surgeon for examination of sinus and nasal cavity to find out cause .hope it will help you . | |
Suggest treatment for kidney shrinking
I am 50 year old and high blood pressure patient and now doctor told me that my both kidneys are shrinking and my serum creatinine level is 3.9 please suggest me is there any treatment exclude transplantion of kidney, any diet preacaution and any other medicine. | HelloThanks for choosing HCM. I can understand your concern but the final treatment is the transplantation for any CKD patient. But in your case i think as the creatinine not that much high and if you dont have any symptoms you can be on medications and diet modifications like low potassium diet and high protein diet you can maintain like this without going for dialysis or transplantation.ThanksDr.Alekhya | |
Eczema, allergies to milk and eggs, scratches until bleeds, had anaphylactic shock, vomiting. Suggestion?
My 8 year old grandson has excema and allergies to milk and eggs . He scratches all the time and especially if he gets upset about somthing. He scratches sometimes until he bleeds . He had anafalaxic shock when he was almost 3. We thought maybe he would grow out of it, but not true yet. ABout a month ago he had a virus and was throwing up. Now he thinks that if he eats he will get sick again, so he is eating very little and the things he does eat, he questions his mom or me how we fixed it and are we sure no eggs or milk is in it. He is so worried about what he eats that I am afraid he is going to develop an ulcer or make himself sick. Any suggestions on how to get him over this. | Dear JCoates, You have to make sure your son stops the cycle of itch, scratch and bleeds. Eczema is still probably not under control and will not be helped if he has allergies to (say) house dust mite, cockroaches etc. Food allergies worsening eczema is smetimes the case and the evidence is more for eggs and milk apparently making eczema worse. I hope he had a skin test to prove the food allergies in the past. If yes, he needs to be retested for aero-allergens such as dust mite, pollens etc that may be worsening control of eczema. Egg allergy rarely persists into adulthood and if you ensure his eczema is controlled and tested for other allergies, he may eventually outgrow his egg allergy. He needs extensive counseling regarding the eczema, how and what he can do to control it (such as avoiding soaps for washing which dries the skn and leads to itching, that he scratches and bleeds); moderate strength steroid creams, lots of moisturisers, even tacrolimus cream for face and neck that his Allergist or Dermatologist can prescribe. Once the eczema is under very good control, skin tests will help determine what is going on. I hope that was useful. | |
Q. Every time I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Why?
Hi doctor, I am a 26 year old male. I am 5 feet and 9 inches tall and weigh 255 pounds. When I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Sometimes when I have constipation as well, I poop a little bit of blood. I am really scared that I have colon cancer. I do have diarrhea often. I do not have a family history of colon cancer. I got blood tests done last night. Please find my reports attached. | Hello. I have gone through your information and test reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). So, in view of that, there are a couple of things that I can opine upon: Hope that helps. For more information consult a general surgeon online --> | |
Q. Can HPV in sexually active individual cause throat cancer?
Hello doctor, I do not show any signs or symptoms. Instead, I just want accurate information on the subject of HPV in a sexually active individual. I would like to know its role in throat cancer. Yes, I know it can cause it, but I would like to know more regarding numbers. Is it rare? What percentage of people get throat cancer from it? Also, I am 30 years old and have smoked half a pack in a day from 19 to 26 years of age. I have quit now and have not smoked in the last four years. I know the body naturally fights off HPV with the immune system. But, I damaged and lowered my immune system while being very sexually active (orally) with women. Should I be worried? I know I am young and stopped smoking but just asking. | Hi. Cancer in oral cavity and larynx has many clear risk factors including smoking and alcohol consumption. Although human papilloma virus (type 16) is found in most oral and laryngeal cancers. There is no evidence that it is the cause of cancer. There are many studies on the topic without a clear outcome. HPV is found in 7% of all oral cavities in your country with only 1% HPV 16. There is no clear evidence how people get the virus in their oral cavities (some people never practiced oral sex). Also, the HPV is a weak virus. People with adequate immunity can overcome it easily. On the contrary, HPV 16 is the main cause of cervical cancer in females, and that is why they should be screened and get vaccinated for it. It is similar to HIV. There is no evidence that people get HPV infected with kissing. You should not be worried as it is very rare to get laryngeal cancer because of oral sex. I recommend safe sex with condoms to avoid STDs. For more information consult an internal medicine physician online --> | |
What could recurring small red bump on leg with white center oozing blood in a child indicate?
Hi, my son 8 years old. Two weeks before on his left leg small red thing came,then some white thing we saw in the middle. One day it came out with blood.thenwe put bandade. That is ok. Then on the same leg 4spot came again. Why it is happening? Any thing wrong? I am really worried. | It seems like as strepto-staphilococcal infection, like as furunculosis. The cause of furunculosis is bacteria which spread from existing infections to nearby hair follicles. Many other causes of furunculosis have been suggested, therefore, such as insanitary personal habits or surroundings, anemia, hypoproteinemia, low general or local resistance to the infection, hyperglycemia, low metabolic rate . Reflecting this uncertainty of causation, next therapeutic measures will recommend: don't eat too much sugar, wash legs with antibacterial soap-for example, dettol. If you will have reccurent infection then apply chloramphenikol 1% on the red bumps for resolution and antibacterial effects.Best regardsDr.Svetlana | |
What causes recurring throat infection and leg pain?
My son is 6 years old, and had a 3 week long viral infection in May 2013- he had a high fever, and severe leg pain from the knee down. Since then, his tonsils have never returned to normal size, and he s had 5 different throat infections. Each time he gets one, he gets a high fever, and its accompanied by the same leg pain in his right leg. He has had blood labs drawn twice, and they all come out normal. What is causing this leg pain? Is there more tests I should be inquiring about? Should I be worried about his tonsils? | Legpain could be arthalgia and as it is associated with fever and sorethroat it could be due to Streptococcal infection which is the causative agent for Rheumatic fever. So my opinion is to do a throat swab culture, blood for CRP , ASO titre and ESR, Xray paranasal sinus. For tonsils, to avoid repeated episodes of tonsilitis after a course of antibiotics twice daily gurgle with betadine gurgle solution will help prevent recurrence. | |
What causes lump at the base of the neck causing pain during movement?
hi last night, when i turned my head to the right. i dont know what happened but i felt a terrible pain on the lower left part of my head (back part) down to my neck. i couldnt move for a minute because it was so painful. and when i checked my head it was kinda swallen... like a lump... where the pain started.. | Hi,Welcome to HCM.Based on the facts of your query,your lump could be either from a bedbug bite with sudden pain/ or could be due to the Sprained neck/ with catch in the nerves and muscles around.Check out with your Gp and OrthoSurgeon for this.So don't worry it.Consult your Surgeon who would treat this lump with all the care it needs.This reply would resolve your current issues and would reduce your anxiety with it.Hope this reply would help you to plan treatment with your doctor.Will appreciate your Hitting thanks and writing excellent review comments to help needy patients like you. Welcome with any other further query in this regard.Good Day!!Dr.Savaskar,Senior Surgical SpecialistM.S.Genl-CVTS | |
What causes sharp left-sided upper abdominal pain?
I have sharp stabbing pain in my upper left abdomen. It started Sunday night, I was uncomfortable no matter how I laid in bed Sunday night but the best was to lay on left side on a heating pad. Yesterday during day the pain was not nearly as bad while I was working but started up again after I ate dinner and has not ceased since. | Hello dear , hiWelcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have evaluated your query thoroughly .* There are different possibilities for this pain in left upper abdomen as @ Abdominal wall related as muscular . @ Intra abdominal left hypochondriac cause - spleen related , colon loop issue . @ Diaphragm related . @ Left lung lower lobe pathology as pneumonia , effusion or other . @ Referred from kidney as calculus or other .Hope this will help you for sure .Wishing you fine recovery .Regards dear take care . | |
Suggest treatment for hole in heart in infants
Dr Sahib,Hello, Two months kid is having a hole in his heart,that was diagnosed at St.Stephen Hospital,ND just after his birth. Can you\your hospital\or other provide treatment for this,if yes than pl give the appointment\details and obliged. Thanks and Regards. Sincerely, Bhopal Singh,IOFS, Director, Ordnance Development Centre, (Min.of Def.) Jawaharnagar,Bhandara. (M.S.) 07184 277993 (O) 07184 277992 (R) | Hello There After going through your medical query I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that whole in the heart is generally repaired by a closing devise and is proformed after a specific age. You can visit RML hospital and consult with a pediatric cardiologist and cardithoracic surgeon for future management.Hopefully this information will answer your query.Kind RegardsDr Bhanu Partap | |
Mild caliectasis. Done kidney ultrasound and urinalysis. What is the cause?
Hi,I just want to inquire about my kidneys. Yesterday, I undergone kidney ultrasound and my left kidney was diagnosed with a Mild Caliectasis. My doctor told me that it was not due to crystals or infection because my result in urinalysis are normal. And my blood tests are even normal. I am going to Urologist this weekend. However, I would like to know your opinion of what would be the cause of my condition? Thanks! | Hi, calyctectasis is the dialatation of the proximal ureter may be due to the kidney stones in ureter, or may be due to kink of the ureter, congenatally, or may be due to the the pressure of the internal organs. if left like that it may lead to hydro nephrosis. Thank you. | |
Will blurred vision and fast talking be due to high BP?
My brother is having strange symptoms that I think may be associated with untreated high blood pressure and are becoming worse. The left side of his tongue is swollen and his left eye lid is suddenly drooping. His vision has also acutely become worse and he s talking unusually fast, almost with a stutter. I m trying to convince him to go the ER, but he s hesitant. THANK YOU! | Hello there and welcome,Well untreated high blood pressure is always risky and puts the person into the high risk category for a developing certain other diseases(not going into those details at this moment). I've gone through your query and the only thing I'll suggest you to please take your brother to the nearest ER available at the earliest. Please try to understand that it is a medical emergency in which you just have to convince him somehow and just rush to your nearest ER(I'm not mentioning private chambers' of any physicians because your brother is going through a medical emergency for which he's in need for a institutional management)The list of symptoms that you've mentioned here are highly suggestive of Intracranial bleeding and/or stroke (plus you've already mentioned the worsening of high Blood Pressure)Please don't waste any more time, just rush to your nearest ER and also get a CT scan of head done . On the way to ER do keep an eye on your brother wheather he's breathing properly. If possible get an Ambulance(ACLS) as soon as possible.Thank you for contacting HCM, hope your brother'll get well soon | |
Q. As I am a diabetic, what to do for my leg injury?
Hi doctor, I was recently diagnosed to be diabetic. I am on Glycine-SR 500. One week back, I got a small injury in my right leg. Now, some pus is coming from that injury. Last week, my fasting and postprandial blood sugar were 139 and 228 respectively. Please let me know the treatment that I need to take to cure the injury. | Hello. Revert back after two weeks to a diabetologist online --> | |
Can tooth infection cause congestion and ringing in ear?
hI, I lost my upper molet crown 6 months ago. the ear above it has been infected as well ad the other one. I have been on two rounds of antibiotics sends November. Could this s of a tooth be causing the congestion and ringing in the ear above it? Also the infections? | Hello:) Welcome to HCM.Yes,tooth infection and pain can be radiated to the ear.I advice you to take the dental treatment immediately and consult your ENT to prevent any further spread of the infection to the other tissues.Regards. | |
Have herniated disk, nerve pain. Had nerve root injection. Scheduled lumbar steroid epidural. Is it safe?
Hello, I hope you can help me.I had an MRI which revealed I have a herniated disk at L5 causing nerve pain down my right leg. I had a nerve root injection at the end of August which was meant to relieve inflammation and allow my disk to heal. Unfortunately it only gave me a few days relief and the pain is back. I am due to have a lumbar steroid epidural in 1 months time but have just found out I am 5 weeks pregnant. I have not yet informed the chronic pain clinic through which I am being treated, I believe the injection I am booked in to have in 1 months time will be done under intensive imaging. My query is- is it safe for me to still go ahead with the injection (I need to inform the clinic) will they still perform the lumbar epidural (I will be 9 weeks pregnant when it is due to take place). Also, is it likely I will be able to go through to full term with pregnancy? Thank you in advance for any help you can give me. | Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.It is not recommended or advisable to get exposed to radiation (in any form) during the first trimester of pregnancy (during first 3 months). This is because "Organogenesis" (formation of body parts) occurs in the foetus during the first 3 months. If you are exposed to radiation during this period, there is likely possibility that the foetus may develop congenital abnormalities.There is no surity or guarantee that a lumbar epidural steroid will provide you relief through out your term of pregnancy.Hope this information is helpful .Good day | |
What does a red spot under the penis indicate?
Hi I have a red spot under my penis I have been seeing my dermatologist she has sprayed it two times (freeze) the red spot is still there the size of dime or smaller she gave efudex but did not gave me any instruction being were it I was wondering if I could put some kind bandage to keep it away from other parts of my body | Hi,Red spot over the penis usually indicate small hemangioma and is treated with Laser. Hope it helps. If you have any other question please do not hesitate to contact us.Regards,Dr. Atishay Bukharia | |
What causes leg tremors and abdominal soreness in a diabetic patient?
I had extreme shivering in my legs and stomach, a headache and soreness in my stomach last nigh. I went to bed early and the shivering went away and the soreness reduced. Today it s just lethargy and some stomach soreness. I have Type 2 diabetes, ate less yesterday and had cellulitis last October. YYYY@YYYY | Welcome to HealthcareMagic please see that your blood sugar level must be adequate your bp should maintained within normal range the symptoms which has been given by you are seen in low sugar level .take a multivitamin antioxidant combination one per day .If you have any further query then you can come back to HealthcareMagic i will definitely help you and guide you appropriately With regards , Dr VARINDER JOSHI | |
What causes red brownish discharge after the intake of birth control pill?
hi,, i got my periods on 4th of this month and i had unprotected sex with my boy friend on the 7th of this month and took an ipill on the 9th of this month.....he ejaculated outside me....still i took the pill....now on 16th i have a dark brown red secretion....what would it be? any chances of pregnancy? | Hi, I think you have got periods early. It happens after taking I pill. If you want to be sure, do a urine pregnancy test. It will clear your doubt. Hope I have answered your question | |
What causes increase in serum cretinine?
hello, I am 28 years old, overweight, have high BP, on medication .My recent blood test indicates serum creatinine level 1.2, BUN 14, Uric acid 4, Total protein 7.8, Albumin 4.6, globulin 3.2, ALBUMIN/GLOBULIN RATIO 1.4, CALCIUM 9.7, HEMOGLOBIN 15.0, PHOSPHORUS 2.8. Lipid profile test is also normal. I was having high cholesterol problem also. My initial cholesterol level prior to treatment was 231 about 1 year ago. I was taking Tonact 20, 3 months back I had a lipid profile test that indicate significant reduction in cholesterol to 145 but TRIGLYCERIDES was 198. then my doctor administered tonact TG. At that time my creatinine was 1. but recent test indicates 1.2. Though TRIGLYCERIDES level is 96, but I am worried about Creatinine. Routine urine test is also normal as well as BUN and Uric acid. For Hypertension I use to take Nebicard 5, and Olmezest H20 daily. Should I have to worry about Creatinine? Why Serum cretinine increases? | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.Your serum creatinine level is not very high. so it is not a cause of worry. Your creatinine level is 1.2. It is normal. You should continue your all medication for lipid control & hypertension. No need to worry about creatinine. It can be slightly increased by many non specific cause like exercise. So just repeat your creatinine level after a month. Just be relaxed.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. | |
Suggest remedy for conceiving
hi,i m 25 and one and a half year married....initially i used contraceptives.But now i m trying to conceive since 14 months but didnt suceed.This month my doc recommend me frtyl from day 2nd for 5 days and memarin 0.625g three tyms a day for three days with folvite...secoundly during intercrose the liquid that pass through virgina is not passing in me.....wat should i have to do......ur advise is precious and helpfull to me.......plz help.... | Hi.Yes, fertyl should help increasing your chances of conception, but make sure that all your hormone levels are normal before the initiation of fertyl, and also most importantly make sure your menstrual cycle is regular enough to initiate the process of trying to conceive.Also, when the male partner ejaculates in the female, the sperm from the semen passes through the female reproductive tract, the fluid that leaves through the vagina later is mostly just fluid and dead sperm, this is not the entire sperm and so it does not mean the sperm did not enter.Best wishes. | |
Can any online doctor provide an opinion on the MRI of my brain?
I had a MRI recently on my brain without contrast, this was in my report, can you tell me your opinion ?No restricted diffusion. Diffuse subcortical and periventricularmicroangiopathic changes. There is a small focus of extra-axial FLAIRhyperintensity in the left frontal region. No hydrocephalus, midline shift, orextra-axial collection. There is no accentuated or lobar volume loss. Largerintracranial vascular flow voids are preserved. No volume loss or signalchanges in the hippocampal formations. Partially empty configuration of thesella. Paranasal sinuses and mastoid air cells are clear. Normal marrow signalintensity in the calvarium and skull base. | Hi, Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you.The MRI says that there are periventricular changes. This means that few regions of your brain have less blood supply and there is also a lesion in the left side of the brain inside the forehead regionHope you found the answer helpful.If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions. In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery Let me know if I can assist you further.Take care. | |
Suggest treatment for matrical carcinoma
I had a lesion removed from my left ear (superior helix) that pathology says is Matrical Carcinoma. My dermatologist has never seen this. He is researching what to do other than biopsy more tissue to get clear margins. There is little on the web about this. How concerned should I be? Other than removing it, what other follow up treatment should I consider? The Doctor said it can metastasize but thinks it was caught early. Advice? | Hi,Thanks for writing in.The recent treatment of matrical or pilomatrical carcinoma is as follows.The most widely reported treatment for pilomatrical carcinoma is wide local excision with clear tumor margins. There is atechnique known as Mohsmicrographic surgery which is also an excellent treatment option. Currently, there is no consensus on surgical management, and standard excisional margins have not been defined. Adjuvant radiation therapy may be necessary postexcision. Chemotherapy has been used in cases of extensive tumor invasion and in cases of metastasis. Please do not worry. | |
Suffering from stomach ache. Test result shows protein in urine. More tests required as I had cervical cancer before?
Wake up every morning with bad stomach ache have not been feeling well for a long time had cervical cancer a few years ago went to my doctors they took a sample of my urine and the fesults came back with protein in it surely I should of had more tests considering I had cancer previously they have done nothing else. | Hi and Welcome to HCM, Do you have diabetes and HTN? Proteinuria may occurs in these conditions. I would suggest you to do colposcopy and MRI, based upon the stages only the treatment can be started. MRI can give you better picture. Wish you speedy recoveryThank you | |
RBC, albumin spotted in urine. CT scan of kidney normal. Nephrectomy done in right kidney. Precautions?
Nephrectomy was carried on right kidney in year 2003. Thereafter regular CTScans shows normal left kidney, the last scan, about a week back. KFT, LFT tests of last week normal. TSH reading of last week normal. Creatinine since nephrectomy in 2003 is in range of 1.2 to 1.3., the last week being 1.2 and s. urea also normal. Since 2009, there were traces of albumin in urine,but last week report showed albumin in urine as ++++. Even RBC in last week report shows 10-15. Pl. suggest a suitable medicine and precautions to be taken. Regards. EMail id. YYYY@YYYY | hello, the indication for nephrectomy is not clear . is it stone disease or tumor. in any case if now you are haveing 4 plus urine protein, first step is to confirm it by a 24 hrs urine protein and creatinine ratio. and see in urine RBC are dysmorphic by urine testing. if fings show more that 2gm proteinuria with dysmorphic rbc in urine, then you might be having glomerulonephritis ( Intrinsic disease of the kidney). treatment and medicine will depend on the type and cause of glomerulonephritis. i would sugest please meet your nephrologist at the earliest. | |
Should one continue IUI or try conceive naturally?
I got pregnant last summer and had a missed miscarriage after 12 weeks. They said it probably happened 8-9 weeks. I had a D&C at the end of July. I had been taking Clomid before the pregnancy and after with no luck. I did not take Clomid the month I actually concieved however. Then I moved on to a clinic to do IUI. Before I actually started treatment in April, I had a positive test result in March. Five days later it was negative. In April, I took Femara and did an unsuccessful IUI. Then, in June I had another positive test...only to have it negative within 2 days. Just this month, I did another unsuccessful IUI. Every time that I have had a positive test result, or the time I actually got pregnant, there has been NO medication or intervetion other than me tracking my ovulation. What would you do? I feel like just giving up and leaving it to chance. It seems like I've been more successful that way... Btw...I am 38 and don't have any kids or any known causes for my inconsistent/late ovulation aside from being slightly overweight. | Hi,I read your query and I understand your concerns.Following is my reply:1) You are 38 years old and hence decreased ovarian reserve.2) Hence it is common to have abortions or infertility.3) Please see an IVF specialist and check options of PGDLet me know if you have anymore questions.Regards,Dr. Mahesh Koregol | |
What could abdominal pain post gall bladder removal suggest?
I had my gallbladder removed two months ago. Now for the last two days, I am having the same sympotms i.e. dull pain in the upper right abdomen which radiates to the back. Please tell me why is this happening? Is it related to diet or to increaesd activites? | HI.Thanks for your query and proper history, read and understood it. There are few reasons for your classical history of pain in the upper abdomen which radiated to the back :-Gastric ulcer on the posterior wall of the stomach;-Pancreatitis.I would advise you the following:First of all get two investigations done- MRI of the abdomen and Upper GI endoscopy. If you have stomach ulcer:Zantac 12 hourly.Pepcid every 3 to 4 hours when on empty stomach. Add Domperidone or such motility regulators.Soft bland diet. No aerated colas / soda/ drinks.Early dinner. No late nights.Treatment for anxiety (as prescribed / needs a prescription by your Doctor)Lying in a reclining positionWalk around after dinner.Think of the factors which increased the present problem, GERD, anxiety and try to avoid. If no relief, get Upper GI endoscopy done and get prescription for added Medicines. EKG for the heart n a safer side to rule out cardiac problems. This helps all my patients and should help you hopefully.If there is pancreatitis , you need an opinion of a Gastroenterologist , ERCP for diagnosis and for therapy to put in a stent , and follow the advise ... | |
Have a swelling in the front teeth. Slight color change. No oozing. Difficult when chewing. Cure for symptoms?
Right behind my front two teeth, directly in the center, I have some swelling thats kind of like a bump. The color of the gum is almost the same except a bit white on the tip of the bump. There's no oozing or anything but it moves a bit when I push on it. My bottom front teeth push against it when I try to eat as well so I havent been able to chew properly for over a week. Its driving me nuts. | hello and welcome to HCM forum,i would like to inform you that the swelling is either from some sort of trauma while biting on hard food or sometimes soft tissue burns occur from hot foods.it is not much of a concern, i will advise you to use an oral gel for sores. Apply it half an hour before or after meals, avoid spicy or hot foods until healing happens .if there is no relief in a weeks time, then kindly see your concerned dentist.i wish you good health,i hope i answered your query.take care. | |
How can severe mood swings be managed?
I have always been a hyper person. I talk extremely fast most days. I take on huge projects and will kill myself and finish them in record time.I suffer with bad mood swings of irritability and rage at least several times a month maybe more some times especially right before my period. I was diagnosed bipolar by a doctor, but don t have depression or reckless behavior so another doctor undiagnosed me because the meds didn t help and said I was just naturally hyper. I thought maybe it could be hormonal . All I know is I am so sick of going through it and my 11 year relationship to a good man is about to end over this if I can t fix the mood swings. He knows I can t help it and something is wrong, but its been wrong at least since age 22 , maybe even as a kid. I first saw a doctor about this around 2003 or so and nothing has ever gotten better only worse. had several doctors and several meds. I need serious help figuring it out fast or I will lose the man I love. oH I am 45 now. Does anyone have advice | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. From the available description it appears that you are most likely dealing with cyclothymia a mild form of bipolar disorder. There disorder have serious implications on human life and behaviour but unfortunately treatment options are very limited. The available treatment options help to some extent but the psychotherapies help to a great extent. In my opinion you need to see a psychotherapist in your city as soon as possible.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. | |
Suggest cause for excess pelvic pain with recurrent flares in girls
my 18 year old daughter suffers from extreme pelvic pain. she had surgery to see if she has endometriosis. she does. they removed it and within days the pain was back. they don t know what else it can be. she has flare ups where she passes out due to the pain. it will last a few days and then go away | Hello, I have studied your case.I will advise MRI spine with SI joint to see for any nerve compression leading to pelvic pain.Medication like methylcobalamine with muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor.You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case.I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Take care. | |
What causes cough, sneezing and runny nose in 14 months old?
My 14 month old has a heavy (chest sounding) cough, sneezing, runny nose (green and clear), no fever today but has had low fevers past week. Took her to doctor Fri and he said probably viral and gave her nothing. Is there any chance he could be wrong? | HelloAre the episodes of cough sneezing and runny nose frequent. If so try keep an eye...in which season the symptoms aggrevate. It may be allergy. And if this doesnt happen frequently then I must say it's viral.Only thing you have to concentrate in both cases is that you have to boost her immunity. Add vitamins rich diet in her food. Add almondsIf her nose is block then once in a while you can use saline nasal spray.I hope this helps.Thanks | |
will a single contrast head ct lead to brain tumor ?
will a single contrast head ct lead to brain tumor or cancer please help i read this from the net The high doses of radiation patients receive from CT scans may cause thousands of additional cancer cases each year, according to a startling new U.S. study. The research, published in Tuesday s edition of the Archives of Internal Medicine, suggests that about 2 per cent of all cancers in the United States are caused by exposure to radiation during computed tomography scans. now im afraid because i had a contrast ct scan for my head it was clear but now im afraid thinking that i will get tumor or cancer in my head from that ct. i even lost my job i lost enjoy the life anxiety is destroying me. they give my a head ct i didnt need it i hope if i didnt do it i destroy my life no one wanna help me even my family 1-do you thing this single contrast head ct will give me brain tumor or cancer and if yes after how many years 2-one doctor in the hospital told me that ct will give you high chance of cancer and the other told me no thats only if we do it too many times my family doctor told me my doctor told me No. It takes a LOT more exposure. Do you know you get the same exposure from flying on a plane is that right or not im 24 years old male thanks for your help | Hi,You have asked a very important question.CT scan is an important investigation used to diagnose life threatening conditions and treat accordingly.A CT scan head with contrast will give you a radiation dose equivalent of 100 to 150 chest x rays approximately.The risk to cancers is more in children those who have CT scan more than twice before 15 years of age.Hope this helps. | |
Sharp stabbing pain in lower abdomen. Diagnosed as cysts in liver. Family history of hemochromatosis. Hereditary?
I was at work today when all of the sudden i started experiencing a sharp stabbing pain in my lower abdomin near the left side of my pelvic bone. i went to the local er, they did a ct scan with radioactive dye. They found cysts on my liver and instructed my to see a local doctor tomorrow. The print out they sent me home with was very vague and only said that I would need to see the doctor about simple cysts on my liver. i am 28 years old and my maternal grandfather was diagnosed with hemochromatosis. Is that passed down genetically and what would cause the cysts on my liver? | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. Hemochromatosis ( common disorder of iron storage) hereditary is most often caused by inheritance of a mutant gene, termed H FE . Yes you may have this disease Further evaluation is very important after complete history and reports. As you mentioned that , what is the effect of cyst over LIVER. So upload complete ultrasound as well M R I reports, there after , it will be possible to comment . Good luck. Dr. HET | |
What causes throbbing back pain during the 38th week of pregnancy?
Hi, I need to know if i am close to going in to labour. So, I am 38 weeks pregnant. And I have been having these throbbing back pains that lasts about 10 secconds. Also sharp stabbing pains in my vagina. Very uncomfortable with SPD for the past 3 weeks. It is so bad, I can t put one foot in front of the other without crying. So, I am stuck at home, because I can t stand the idea of anyone seeing me in the state I am. My eyes and whole face is constantly puffy, because I have been crying for a week non stop. My OB is not sympathetic at all. He is just like: Well,you put yourself in this situation. And honestly, I know I put myself in this situation by falling pregnant, but when you are in so much pain and baby is full term, I don t think it is unfair to kinda wish it would be over soon. | HI, I have gone through your query carefully & understand your suffering & concern. At 38th week baby is trying to sag down in pelvic cavity & stretches pelvic ligaments .. already softened by pregnancy hormones... So the pressure in pelvis & vagina goes on increasing, that's why the pain... Please bear with it for some days more. - Be positive that as baby is coming down.. you have a good chance of vaginal deliver! - Lying down may reduce your agony. - Clear bowel movements/ frequent & small servings of food/ sufficient water & fibers intake will avoid easy bowel movements All these things would ease you. Consult your doctor for possible.. vaginal/ pelvic inflammation, calcium & vitamin D deficiency causing excessive loosening of pubic ligament. ON treatment these conditions would resolve to offer you great reducton in pain. thanks. | |
Back pain towards right side, sharp pains, hot bath, osteopath click
Hi there. I have had back pain for just over a week now. The pain is located on my right side, just below the middle of my back. The pain comes and goes, I would describe it as a sharp pain. Heat does seems to help (hotbath ect) I also had osteopath (friend) click my back which did seem to help for a few days. I ve booked to see a doctor, but it s a little over a week away yet. | hi, As per your history it looks like you may have lumbosacral strain, to come to conclusion i would like to know your daily routine do you lift heavyy object, or do you sit in front of the computer for long time, do you ride vehicle for long distance, any joint painor passing urine or stool any probelms, as per the history online it lookslike u have lumbosacral strain for which u have to meet an orthopaedics who can tell you about the postural training and spinal strengthening excercise. wish you good health Dr Roshan | |
Suggest remedies for itchy skin and fungal infection
Dear Doctor,I had an itchy and peeling foreskin which would not heal after medication and a doc circumscised me. It became infected. Its ok now, only scarred, but I continue to have itchy genitals and groin and burning sensation, even after almost 9 mnths. what could be wrong? I was treated for fungal infection but still the burning pain is there, especially when wearing clothes. | Hi, It seems to be lichen simplex chronicus. I would recommend you to take anti-histamine like tablet hydroxyzine 10 mg for 3 weeks. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist | |
Q. How can bilateral metatarsalgia be treated?
Hello doctor, I have hypertension and bilateral metatarsalgia. I am seeking a second opinion on my medical reports. I have attached them for your reference. | Hello. I went through your post and investigations (attachment removed to protect patient identity). There are a few things which will need to be addressed. Rest of the investigations are normal and I do not see any significant problem. So, you need not worry. Regards. For more information consult an internal medicine physician online --> | |
What could cause dry throat, congested nose with thick clear mucus and tightness below rib cage mean?
raspy , dry feeling in throat , back of throat producing thick clear mucus. nose congested for about 4 weeks . yesterday headache when I was lying down. chest feeling abnormal, both sides below rib cage feeling tight. not coughing. when i force myself to cough clear thick mucus comes from chest sometimes. | You will require a detailed examination and evaluation as your symtoms are there for more 2 weeks. Kindly consult your doctor at the earliest. | |
What can help deal with extremely dry and scaly skin?
Hello Doctor, I have dry and scaly skin on my face. Especially cheeks. After I wash my face with mild soap or face wash I feel burning or streched feeling all over my face. I am not able to use any sun screen because of this as I feel irritation on skin after I apply sunscreen. Please help me get rid of this dry skin. I use dove soap and follow up with venusia cream after that. | Hello,welcome to healthcare magic.I understand from your query that you are having extremely dry skin on your face.I would suggest that you use a soap free cleanser like Cetaphil cleanser for sensitive skin to wash your face. Limit face washing to 2-3 times a day as excessive washing will strip away the oils.Use a cream containing urea and lactic acid along with other moisturizing factors like shea butter, glycerol,etc for better relief from dry skin. Apply the moisturizer immediately after washing on damp skin so that the water soaks well into the skin.Do not scrub/ rub your skin.Avoid cosmetics with fragrances and colour.Drink plenty of water.Hope this helps you.Take care. | |
Suggest treatment for a mild pneumonia
I had a physical in early January and was given a clean bill of health. On Feb 12 as I was walking through the kitchen I felt light headed and fell against the pellet stove, impacting the ribs at my left kidney area, this injury, and the bad cold I'd had for about a week, prompted me to go to the emergency room where I was diagnosed with mild pneumonia and prescribed a 5 day course of antibiotics. The nurse on seeing my urine sample. commented on its dark color. On seeing my doc 3 days later she informed me that we needed to keep checking the urine for blood. I have had 5 urine tests done since the ER visit. The first 2, done within 2 weeks of the injury to the kidney area showed some red cells, the 3 done since March 1st have come up clean. My doc referred me to a urologist, who after a quick exam, informed me that a CT scan and a cystoscopy would be necessary to rule out bladder cancer. I was given the CT scan. My question is, is the cystoscopy, this invasive surgical procedure really necessary? Can't the fact that the hematuria cleared up within 2 weeks of a trauma that is known to be its cause be reason to feel that it is not a cancer symptom? I am 52, 180 pounds, and have never had any serious medical problems. Thank You, Mike Herbert | HelloThank you for asking in HCMI think for the prostate cancer it is bettter to do a blood test, PSA.For the blood in the urine better the urine test called the eritrocitar morfology in the urine to know the origin of the red cells and than to decide from the urologist wether to perform this prpcedure or not.Thank youDr.Jolanda NikollaPulmonologist | |
What could be the reason for having a pain in the center of my chest?
I was fine all day till after dinner. Now I have pain in the center of my chest. ..but is is not constant. But the fever is getting LOWER and my friends are telling me I feel like a ice cube. And I feel I am on fire. Not sure what to take over the counter. Any advice? | Thanks for your question on HCM. In my opinion you are having GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease ) mostly ,because you are having central chest pain after dinner. But better to rule out cardiac cause first. So get done ecg. If ecg is normal then no need to worry for cardiac cause. Your central chest pain is mostly due to GERD. It is because of laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Due to this, the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause symptoms of central chest pain, burning etc.So try to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief in GERD. 1. Avoid hot and spicy food. 2. Avoid stress and anxiety. 3. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals.4. Start Proton pump inhibitors. 5. Go for walk after meals.6. Keep 2-3 pillows under head in bad. | |
Could small white rashes with swelling be allergic reaction?
hi I broke out with a kinda of weird rash it looks like a insect bit but then like a rash. it does not itch, I went to the ER and they said it looked like a allergy reaction but I am worried.it started with a small white spot then it swollened up and got hard, | HelloThank You for contacting HCM.There is a possibility that rash is because of insect bite. It usually resolves itself in few days. If i were your treating doctor then i would have advised cetirizine one at night for 5 days.Report to hospital if:> Condition remain same after 2-3 days> Any unusual symptom appears> Condition deteriorates.> There is difficulty in breathing.Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Wishing you good health. | |
35 % of lungs is working with asthma
Hi Sir May I know that my brother was suffering with asthama and he is now suffering with breathing problem some time he feels suffacation and we are consulted here our famiy Doctor but day by day he is facing sensitiveness he is unable to move in open air and he is unable to smell. past 20 years back some reasons two lobes are removed from his lungs and now doctor saying 35% only functioning the lungs. how much time takes to recover? if not what precautions to take? | hello... along with allopathic medications homeopathic medicines will be of great help to him... it will increase his immunity.. n breathings.. n lungs.. consult a homeopath.. godbless.. drvigsclinic@gmail.com | |
Can asthalin or budecort inhaler used to reduce cough for asthma in babies?
my baby was prescribed ashthalin and budecort 100mcg/dose inhaler for asthama. She had continues cough after few days,so after consultation the doctor as asked us to give her omnicortil and continue with one of the inhaler which i got confused with,either asthalin or budecort.He had asked us to avoid one of the above two inhaler. please clarify | Hi, welcome to HCM. Your child is suffering from asthma and was prescribed asthalin and budecort inhaler, and also he was given omniacortil. Budecort inhaler is steroid and omniacortil is also a steroid, there is no need to give both of them together. So, you should stop budecort inhaler while you are giving omniacortil. Continue asthalin inhaler. I hope this will help you. Take care. | |
Under allopathic treatment for OCD, symptoms of Schizophrenia, takin g medicine accordingly. How long will it take to cure?
Respected Doctor, My son aged 18 yrs is under allopathic treatment for OCD for the last two and half years. Recently he was showing some symptoms of Schizophrenia also and was given medicine accordingly.Since in allopathy they are treating the symptoms, I am in doubt about its efficacy in long run.While taking allopathic medicine he has become very dull and weak emotionally.Kindly guide. A.K.Gupta Jaipur | Hello Thanks for your query. Schizophrenia and OCD are psychiatric illnesses that have effective remedies for symptom control in the allopathic system of medicine. The medication are aimed at normalising the level of neurotransmitter chemicals in brain that are hypothesised to have gone haywire in these illnesses. However, the medication can have side-effects which can be discussed with your treating psychiatrist so that medication can be adjusted in dosage accordingly or even substituted with another medication. Hope you found the information useful. Regards Dr Sundar Psychiatrist | |
Amoebiasis diet
mom has a amoeba i forgot to ask the doctor to what she should eat and not to eat. pls help me | well in amoebiasis you can eat all kinds of food excepting excess of spices and oily food.better not to have excess of food at one time.you should take boiled water. |
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