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Suggest treatment for the red spot developed on my kids knee
My 5 year old son fell a few weeks ago and grazed his knee quite badly. It started to heal nicely, except he keeps falling on the same spot and has opened up the scab a few times and now it seems a little pussie. We have been treating it with betadine but he... | heal-scar-injury-heal-scar cycle can lead on to keloid formation and to be seen by doctor; red spots may not be related and may be due to betadine skin contact dermatitis. | |
Suggest treatment for absence seizures
My family reports that I am having occasional episodes that sound like absence seizures. What I read says they are rare in adults and I am 62 y.o. female. I have a history of anti-depressant use and my daughter has heard that that may be associated with these. | Hello!I understand your concern. Absence seizures are rare at your age but may happen. I would recommend you do an EEG which is absence seizures has a typical pathern and also a brain MRI to rule out any lesion of the brain like tumors, stroke etc which can cause absence in this age. If the diagnosis is absence I would... | |
What could red, itchy, painful pimples on buttocks of a child spreading to other parts of body and to others suggest?
My 3 year old has been getting red itchy painful pimples on her buttocks that scar as they heal. They are now spreading to her upper thigh and back, and her 5 year old sister is getting them as well. V... | Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic. Skin conditions are best diagnosed only after seeing directly. I suggest you to upload photographs of the same on this website, so that I can guide you scientifically. Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consul... | |
Suggest remedy for puffed, closed eye in an infant after exposure to pepper?
Hello. I ate a pepper last night and I think I may have gotten some on my shirt or skin and my 4 month old got it in her left eye while nursing. She is keeping her eyes closed and any time she opens it, it drains but her right one is fine but... | Hi, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns,You need to consult an eye doctor to rule out any injury to cornea , meanwhile do wash her eyes with plenty of water frequently , apply neosporin eye ointment in her eyes , do not let child rub her eyes . For pain and swelling you can give paracetamol ... | |
ALT levels highly abnormal. Given tetanus injection. What is the reason?
Hello,I recently went for a routine physical. I was given an IM tetanus shot and blood was drawn for testing 30-40 min later. I was shocked when my test results indicated that my liver ALT levels were 248 (all other liver enzymes were within rang... | Hi and welcome to HCM. Thank you for your querry. This isnt likely that antitetanus shot caused such ALT elevation, so dont ignore it and do further tests. At least ultrasound and viral markers. It doesnt have to mean anything but better be sure about this.Also ultrasound will see gallbladder disorders. Wish you good h... | |
How can painful dry socket be treated?
Hi, I have had a dry socket now since the 1/02 I have been going to the dentist every 4 days or so to get the 'stuffing with clove oil' replaced. The dentist seemed concerned when he advised me that it is not healing effectively compared to what he is used too with his other pati... | Hello,As per your query, you have symptoms of pain post tooth extraction which is not subsiding even after antibiotics is the probable case of dry socket and could be due to excessive tissue laceration and massive use of instrumentation.Need not to worry about anything. Do warm saline gargles. Maintain proper oral hygi... | |
Cramps below rib cage, migraine, drank magnesium nitrate. Advice?
I thought I had really bad menstral cramps .... I am 51 going thru Menapause. They started on Saturday. It is now Thurs. and my period hasn t started. Could it be something else? If I press my hands on either side of my rib cage below my boobs, it is re... | Hello,This may be related to the menopausal symptoms.If the pain is severe then your reproductive system has to be examined for any pathological condition.A baseline ultrasound of the pelvic may be need. | |
What causes blood blisters on vagina ?
hi I have small blood blisters ion the lips of my vagina. doctor said it caused by a bllod vein in my leg or something like that butI don t like the look and it makes me self convenient problems. will it go away. | hi how long you have? is it painful? you should consult dermatologist. if dilated blood vessel will there,laser can remove it | |
On last day of ovulation as per fertility calender. Will birth control pills be effective?
I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend, he pulled out before ejaculation.. I took Next Choice roughly 45-60min after intercourse. What's making me paranoid is that according (checked fertility calendar) to my cycle I am on my ... | Hi, Thanks for the query. No, if you take the pills as per the schedule they can prevent the pregnancy irrespective of the period of menstrual cycle. So no need to worry. But emergency pill is having some amount of failure rate in general. So if you miss the period, once go for pregnancy test. Better to avoid repeated ... | |
What causes fever, aching muscles, red rash on chest, low platelets and high WBCs?
Yes, sir... My 16 yr old nephew is healthy, but since Thursday he has had temp. spikes of 102. , aching in his chest and most muscles. A fine red rash on his chest. He was seen in a walk in clinic today and was told it was a virus of so... | Hello,fever, muscle aches and rash probably points to a viral infection. This is not 100% certain diagnosis though. A thorough clinical examination is needed and perhaps more diagnostic tests. What's concerns me more is his shortness of breath. This symptom calls for immediate medical attention. I would have asked for ... | |
What is the movable lump on the neck?
I had a lump in my neck about six years ago. It is still there has grown slowly it is on my left side slightly Right of my clavicle I can move it slightly. It is probably the size of a marble it doesn't feel like it's connected to anything as if it's between my neck and my skin | HI.By the position you have mentioned and the duration - this looks to be a solitary nodule of the thyroid gland. Get this confirmed by ultrasonography and go for an FNAC to get the right diagnosis. Even a good clinical examination by a Good Doctor can give you a diagnosis. also go for the blood tests particularly thyr... | |
What causes a small lump on the right side of the temple?
I have a small lump on the right side of my temple. It almost feels like the vein is sore and alightly swollen. My left temple is sore also, but there is no swelling. I have not hit my head recently. The discomfort has been going on for about four days.Do you h... | Hi,Good Evening.Thanks for the query to HCM.I studied it in depth and I understood your health concerns.-Treatment-for-sore Temporal-lump-1- Mostly it appears to be -Temporal Arteritis with Tender Temporal muscles -due to associated anxiety -spasm.2-Temporal arteritis is diagnosed by Arterial biopsy-where-Giant Cell a... | |
Suggest remedy for lungs problem
Hi, I am a 63 year old female. I have been sarcoidosis of the lungs, lymph nodes and. bones. I am on 10 mg of prednisone , 6 tablets of methotrexate weekly and remicade every 5 weeks. I have been having pain on my right side just under the rib cage. My doctor performed liver function t... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, you should definitely get done these tests to diagnose your condition. Sarcoidosis is inflammatory disease affecting almost all organs. Normal Liver function tests don't rule out liver disease. We need to looked at liver parenchyma, bile... | |
Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? T... | Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just coc... | |
What causes itching and hardening inside breast?
Am a man aged 62 and have been having a problem with my breast. Its now 2years with this problem. my breast hardens and itches on the inside and then after 4days, its bursts on the side next to the nipple and pus comes out for 3 to 4 days. and this happens after every 2... | Hello Thank you for trusting HCM Don't neglect nipple discharge in this age. Have you had gynaecomastia??? Most common cause for nipple discharge is underlying malignancy or it may be simple abscess. Consult your surgeon immediately he will examine and treat you accordingly. | |
Would chest infection cause difficulty in breathing?
Hello recently I have been feeling I havnt been able to draw a deep breath and have been having worried feelings astho somthing is wrong, at first I thort I had a chest infection due to shallow breathing but I don't have a cough but I do smoke so am wondering if it ... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, chest infection can cause breathing difficulty. But possibility of chest infection is less because you are not having cough or fever. Since you are smoker, possibility of bronchitis is more. So better to consult pulmonologist and get don... | |
What causes abdominal & back pain?
I m a 40 year old female having severe left side abdominal pain which also causes back ache. Can I know the reason? My doctor has asked me to take ultra sound of kub suspecting it to be a kidney stone.he has given me urikind tablet for 2 days. could u pls advice me | Pain in the right/ left side of the abdomen ( called the lumbar region) can be because of kidney stones, USG KUB can detect it, depending on that the treatment can be initiated if the stone size is bigger (if there are no stones in the kidney, then complete abdominal scan will be helpful). Hope I could help you. Thank... | |
What could constant lightheadedness and off balance with brain scan and ear test being normal suggest?
I HAVE had light headness for over a year ,daily. IT has progressively gotten worse and prevents me from doing simple activities in the house and outdoors, even taking a walk requires constant stopping because I FEEL... | Hi,Welcome to Health care magic forum. The reasons for the light headed ness could be hypertension,high or low blood glucose level,internal ear infection, or ischemia of the cerebrum. I advise you to consult a neurologist for diagnosis and treatment. You may need to have... | |
What are side effects of Shafair ayuvedic soap?
Good evening doctor, my name is anusha. im hvg dry skin but no acne problems it is clean but im using mysore sandal from past 3 years sometimes like 3-4 days i used to change other soa but it does nt suits..today i brought SHAFAIR ayuvedic... | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, first of all the main reason behind the soap is to clean the dusk, oil from the skin and not for any disease, unless some medicated soap is there with particular ingredient, else for the skin it need to be managed accordingly with medicines alone, hope this informatio... | |
Should i continue taking flagyl tablets for psoriasis due to red spots?
I have been diagnosed to have psoriasis. The doctor has prescribed Flagyl 400mg tab daily and Absolut Cap daily one each. On using Flagyl I found red spots all over my body. Should I continue. On the other hand, a general Physician has prescribed ... | Hi, Cannot say in your particular case and the red spots are hard to comment on without seeing them. Association with a new drug makes allergy to it something that comes to mind but it can be coincidence. Itching and hives make allergy more likely and more likely to be a drug reaction. Drug reactions are either mainly ... | |
what causes pain in the lower middle part of my abdomen?
I am having pain in the lower middle part of my abdomen. It hurts horribly bad when I press on it, bend over or even try to get up from a sitting position. I have had a hysterectomy and a bladder sling a couple of years ago so I do not have a uterus, or cervix. ... | Hi ! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.From your history, it seems that you have got some kind of infection in your abdomen which could be related to the ovaries, and the space surrounding them, or could be a urinary tract infection as well.If I were your doctor, I would do a general clinical examinati... | |
What can be the reason for vomiting and diarrhea in child?
11 year old has had diarrhea since last Wednesday 12/14/11, carrying a low grade fever since, the diarrhea stopped over that weekend, then started back up on Monday, Gave him imodium and he did not have but one bowel movement, then this monring he is vomitting... | Hi dear,I had gone through your question and understand your concern. He has gastroenteritis. It usually causes by bacteria: E.coli,Salmonella, Streptococcus, St.aureya, Shigella and etc.I suggestOflox-OZ 1/2 tablet twice after meal for 3 days.Enterogermina 1 sachet twice for 3 days.ORS 1,5 litre every day.Wishing your... | |
Having scars due to recurring acne. Took medicines, no relief. Solution?
Hi dr I have acne last 5 year but I take dematologist treatment andl acne problem solve but in between sometime this problem occure and leaves a scars on skin and now a day again same acne again prevent on face and its a red spots that are inner ... | Hi there, It seems like you are having Nodulo cystic acne. This type of acne is usually resistant to the conventional medications and treatment. So I would say you are a candidate for Isotretenoin therapy,this is Vit A derivative and proven to be very helpful,but you need to go to your dermatologist because this medica... | |
Suggest treatment for walking pneumonia
I have walking pneumonia, was give to medicines Azithromycin Tabletss, USP and Methyiprednisoloe and an anxiety medicine colnazepam, my cough is still bad and I can not breahe, or it feels like I can not breahe. COUGHING until i puke and feels like my chest weighs a ton....is he... | hi,Welcome to HCM,Coming to your query, considering your symptoms it would b worthwhile to get and Xray if symptoms are more than 2 weeks also this cough is known to b there for 2 weeks post treatment in walking pneumonia. If Xray is normal then you might require some inhaled Bronchodilator with steroid inhaled to reso... | |
Bedridden with gioblastoma. Unable to eat anything except popsicles. Organs have started to stop working
Hi, my father has gioblastoma and is now bedridden. Hasn't eaten except for Popsicles in a week. We give him meds through a feeding tube. We only use the tube for the meds(steroid and seri quill). His organs are s... | Hi,This is a very difficult question to answer but there is a possibility that your father may be in pain. Morphine would be the appropriate drug if this is the case.I suggest you have him assessed by a doctor with expertise in the area who will be in the best position to assess his level of pain.Regards,Dr K A Potting... | |
What causes white stain on penis of a child?
my 5 year old son has peed the bed twice in the last four days and when i changed his underwear he had a white stain in the front where his penis would be. i took him to the doctors and they told me it could be to much protein in his urine. Could it be something else? | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. The details you are giving may not be enough for a correct diagnosis. But from the look and feel of it, the white deposit could be protein. The protein and minerals (including salt) comes out of urine, creates a whitish remnant... | |
What could be the cause of excessive aggression?
My wife is too much aggressive and talks in a very bad languages and also give abuses which a person can't lolerated at all. She refues to go the doctor and say that she has no problem . In this situation what should I do . Her behaviour with all members of my family ... | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. You are supposed to know about your wife much better than anybody else. If she is arrogant and abusive, and don;t listen to anybody, and refuses to visit a doctor, then you should make her motivated to do something which she li... | |
Trying to conceive for 3 years, low motility and sperm count, undergone IUI. How to improve motility?
hi Doc, we trying for pregnancy since 3yrs. my hubby s sperm count and motility are very low during these years, like 20 - 45 mill/ml and 5% active motility, 5 - 40% non motility . His age is 30yrs & weight is 62kgs a... | Hi,Welcome to HCM.Sperm count & motility are affected by many factors including genetic causes. Like our height, color, sperm mptility is also genetically determined. If there is no obvious cause (like varicocele, hydrocele, infection) & if it has not responded to supportive treatment, motility is less likely to improv... | |
Does Fertyl 50 mg help to conceive?
we are trying for a baby since one & half year and made all the required tests for me as well as for my husband, everything is fine, but i din't conceive. now my doctor has adviced me to take fertyl 50mg from the 2nd day of my period for 5 days, it this helps me to get conceive this... | Hi fertyl tablet is given to increase size of your eggs and it definitely increases the chance of pregnancy. What you can do is to get ultrasound done to see if your eggs are growing or not. Ultrasound will tell you the exact time of ovulation and then you can try naturally around that time. You can try with this med... | |
Suggest ways to lower AST levels
I need to lower my ast,alt before my bllod test in 12 days. It happened before over 2 years ago and I stopped drinking for 3 weeks and all was normal. I was very sick at the last time and only 109 lbs. till they dignosised I had Barrette,s esphogus diease. Now I am healthy at 129 lbs. ... | Hi,I understand your concerns and I will explain what needs to be done. Usually, for a liver to properly heal itself, and enzymes to get back to normal needs around 30 days to 60 days or even more without alcohol. Twelve days without alcohol, probably will not help to lower ALT/AST enzymes at normal range. Here are som... | |
Suggest treatment for severe cough , cold and chest congestion in a child
Sir my child is of one and half month old.since last week my entire family is suffering from cold cough.so now my child had also some problem.he is not sleeping properly through all the night.have a slight cough and also breathing with mouth.als... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, you should consult neonatologist for your child. He is only 1.5 months old. In this age, immunity is low and possibility of lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI) is more. He might have contacted infection through family memb... | |
Suggest treatment for itching, burning and tingling body with pins and needles
I am having problem of itching in hand and feet an also burining , tingling sensation of pins and needles all over my body and am suffering a lot . can you help me with the knowing me the cause and the medical stream which would help me . S... | Hello,The symptoms seem to be related to peripheral neuropathy. I suggest using a painkiller such as Gabapentin to relieve the symptoms. If the symptoms continue, you should see a neurologist for further evaluation.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabard... | |
What could have caused the rash during sleep?
Last night, I woke up around 4 AM and noticed an inflamed red patch of skin on my arm, roughly an inch and a half long by an inch wide. I thought i had just been scratching in my sleep and ignored itNow, I've just woken up, and the red patch has turned into two lines of ne... | HIWell come to HCMChances of Viral infection may be likely this could be "herpes" keep the skin lesion under observation for any changes, till then this can be managed with "Diphenhydramine lotion" if this does improved then this need to be clinically examined, hope this information helps, take care. | |
What could be the reason for heavy sneezing in the morning that is causing abdomen pain?
Dear Madam, My wife has a regular period of 28 days. It is 28th day today she had a mild light discharge of bleeding. She is very sensitive to allergic conditions. We had intercourse from 9th Day to 16th day, she use to sneeze a l... | Hello sir! Your wife seems to be suffering from allergic rhinitis as suggested by the morning sneezes and response to anti histaminics..... its 28 th day , so she may have uterine cramps , the cause for her abdominal pain - characterstically intermittent as you have described . These two conditions are not related as s... | |
What causes an open wound in the stump?
hello, i have a painful spot on my stump from something rubbing down there, and i have been putting up with a sinus infection for about 6 days which is also painful on and off, i was wondering if this is a good time to go. the spot rubbed raw is open and i am very pron to infect... | You're describing a sinus which is a fibrous tissue track that is being filled with pus or secretion that is the time when it's painful and the pain is relieved when it's emptied...You have to be examined by a surgeon | |
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect. | Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it... | |
Suggest treatment for diaper rash
My son is 2 years old about to be 3 in February. He s been complaining that his peepee hurts for 2 weeks. I kept looking all around for a diaper rash but there was nothing. Then I noticed that at the tip of his penis it was a little blue. Do you know what this could mean? | Hi, It may be due to contact dermatitis due to some new clothes. You can apply pure coconut oil or zinc oxide cream for that. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Rajmohan, Pediatrician | |
What can cause sudden fever and backache in a child?
grand daughter was just taken to ER. She was fine all day, running around, then got quiet and fell asleep. Woke up crying with fever, said her back hurt and apparently she did something weird with pulling her chin towards her chest. She was in a pool all afternoon. ... | Hi, Fever of a few days without any localizing signs could as well a viral illness. Usually, rather than fever, what is more important is the activity of the child, in between 2 fever episodes on the same day. If the kid is active and playing around when there is no fever, it is probably viral illness and it doesn't re... | |
What causes elevated levels of SGOT and SGPT?
I am 40 yrs,my L F T Test result showing that my sgpt and sgot 107 and 130.2 or three pegs alcohol consuming twice in a week,I am consult a physician and he prescribe to take Levolin S capsules morning and night for three months.Is there any side effects for this | HelloIncreased SGPT indicate liver injury.It may be due to many reasons like hepatitis,alcohol intake,altered lipid profile,medicines,auto immune causes etc.It may be due to alcohol intake in your case.SGOT is non specific and it increases in many conditions.You may need few more investigations like lipid profile,viral... | |
Does a sore left jaw and a left-sided runny nose indicate sinus infection?
I have a sore upper jaw left side of my cheek. My teeth hurt. The roof of my mouth hurts, again only on one side, two days ago I had sore teeth, but not today at all. I ve had a headache for three days but not today and today I noticed my nostr... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicIt is definitely possible that you have a sinus infection involving the left side of the face.Most infections are viral though bacterial and less commonly, fungal infections are possible and occur as well. A bacterial infection would cause a prolonged fever along with a smelly disch... | |
Q. I have been suffering from intermittent low back pain. Is it sciatica?
Hi doctor, I am having severe pain in the lower back, more on the right side. I am not able to bend front and my right leg is aching continuously. I am suffering from back pain for last 6 to 7 years and sometimes, it is severe. I had to take bed... | Hello. MRI scan lumbosacral spine. 1. Mechanical backache. 2. Lumbar intervertebral disc herniation with paravertebral muscle spasm. 1. Tablet Myoril 4 mg twice a day. 2. Tablet Ultracet twice a day. 3. Local application of analgesic gel over the affected region and heat therapy for low back pain. 1. Avoid bending forw... | |
Suggest treatment for spinal headache and back pain
Hi, I am a 64 year old lady. I have had a morpine pain pump for 8 years at 8.59 mg day. Was doing great until my 2 physicians moved out of stat and have a new replacement which removed the pump on Oct 1, since he does not believe in the pump. I had no choice. Since I... | hi Donnai can nderstand your depend on morphine pump and finding hard with switch over....but it is well documented that fentanyl patch is equally effective and dosing has to monitored for optimum level of relief.cause of diarrhea may be diagnosed by a gastroenterologist and treated according to cause, only maintain go... | |
Q. Kindly tell the treatment for recurrent cough and fever in a 5-year-old.
Hi doctor, My 5-year-old boy has a cough for three days and today he has a mild fever too. He also has a runny nose and watery eyes. Last month also he had a viral cold infection. Can you please guide me what should I do? I am giving him honey... | Hi. Please continue giving honey to the child as one tablespoon twice a day. You can also give the honey in warm milk to provide a soothing effect. You can give Panadol for the fever. However, with regards to the child falling ill recurrently with a cough, cold and fever, it seems more so like a hyperreactive airway di... | |
What causes dizziness and spinning in child?
Hi I Am A 14 Year Old Female And I Have Been Having Dizzy Spells. They Make Me Feel Like A Am Shaking And Spinning. I Also Black Out And Can Not See Anything. My Legs Tend To Get Weak And I Have A Hard Time Keeping My Balance. All Though I Do Not Fall Or Faint. These Spells... | Please go to your GP or Paediatrician to get yourself assessed. Of special importance would be your heartbeat, listening to your heart by sthetoscope, your blood pressure in sleeping and standing posture, your blood sugar, both fasting and 2 hours after a normal meal. If all these are normal, more tests may be needed, ... | |
Is heating pad recommended in case of pulled chest wall muscle?
I was in the er last night diagnosed with a pulled chest wall muscle . I was given muscle relaxers and Percocet and 24 hours later I am getting no relief from these meds at all . I have used a heating pad but now I seem to be getting either palpitations o... | Thanks for your question on HCM.Pulled chest muscle needs following treatment. 1. Avoid heavy weight lifting.2. Avoid strenuous exercise.3. Avoid movement s causing pain.4. Avoid bad postures during sleep.5. Take painkillers and muscle relaxant. 6. Wear chest belt so that movement of affected area is minimized.7. Hot w... | |
Does latent TB cause infertility ?
Hi, I m 29 years old and trying to conceive since past 1.5 yrs. Got mantoux test positive (18X15) but x-ray was normal. Shall I start treatment for latent tb in order to conceive? All other reports of me and hubby are normal so does that mean the latent tb is not letting me conceive?... | Hi; welcome to HealthcareMagic Just based on positive mantoux test it is not advisable to start with anti-tuberculous drugs.You need to get investigated for extra pulmonary TB that is TB in any other part of your body like abdominal TB;endometrial TB;or Tb of any other organ.To confirm you can do a Immunological test o... | |
Can i get pregnant?
Mam I got married 3 years still I didn t pregnant egg growthing is normal my husband sperm also normal but 1st time I miss my period 8days to check pregnancy test I m pregnant but i was aboated used tablets after aboating I suffered by right side abdominal pain with right side buttock pain and thig... | Hello thanks for writing to HCM.Sorry to know you had a miscarriage. Endometrial thickness normally varies with the menstrual cycle and ultrasound monitoring is needed to see its growth. A thin endometrium is deterrent for successful implantation. You need a comprehensive workup as to the cause of the thin lining eg. s... | |
Had pain in tooth and also a lump. No medication taken. What can this be?
Hi, so I jad braces before when I was around 14. And when I got them taken off I felt that my left canine tooth would sometimes hurt a little and would hirt a little more durong the winter time. Today it started hurting out of nowhere and felt t... | Hello , Thanks for writing to us. The pain associated with canine tooth after orthodontic treatment is due to dentine hypersensitivity. There is chance of wearing of enamel during orthodontic appliances are inserted. The lump may be arised due to abscess formed from periodontal infection. I would suggest you to get a t... | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late ... | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they shou... | |
What causes constant fatigue and depression?
Ok hi lm LOIS 63 yrs old I am no good .Meaning I m tired all the time ,I know I am depressed ,I care about nothing .I could just lay in bed everyday and do nothing.I have been married 49 years ,I have a wonderful husband who loves me dearly.H e does everything for me and th... | Hello,In my opinion, it is important to rule out low hemoglobin levels and thyroid dysfunction. It is very important to run, to keep out the electrolyte abnormalities. Antidepressant-like Escitalopram drug is also beneficial.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Gayathri | |
Why is my son having swelling after being treated for dental abscess?
my son 5 years old and is suffering from dental abcess sue to extensive caries. the abcess heals had haled slowly over the last few weeks with regular washes and dental medication. unfortunately with the permanent filling, the swelling is back kindl... | Hello and welcome.Thanks for sharing your concern.please do not get worried about the recurrent swelling in your child's mouth.just ask him to do warm saline rinses and give the required dosage of antibiotics.As in children due to multiple caries it is difficult to create complete aseptic field and do root canal treatm... | |
What could sharp pain in stomach and chest mean?
I get the same sharp pain but in different parts of my stomach or chest area. The only way I can really explain it is it's like getting a small charge of electricity and the only way to get rid of it is to take a deep full breath. When I was a child this happened maybe ... | HIWell come to HCMI really appreciate your concern, if are having Asthma then such symptom could be due to this and this is because of bronchial constriction this could be more prominent if it is associated with Hyperacidity and stress, in my opinion all the three condition need to be treated properly, then you would b... | |
What causes severe back pain mainly in the left side?
I have pain in my back mainly the left side and in July was in hospital for a few weeks with Pericarditis and pneumonia. Just been to my GP and was given a letter for the hospital. My BP was ok 120/70 and my pulse was 99. Have this for about 4 days now and have als... | thanks for posting your query. As you have mentioned keep a constant check for your pericardittis and pneumonia. backache with left side pain could be due to compression of left nerve roots in lumbar spine region. proper neurological assessment is requiredd. Start with the medication for backache in form of muscle rela... | |
Does passive smoking or inhaling candle smoke cause wheezing and burning?
Hi I have intermediate CLL. Blood wk looks good but have low gamma globlin. watching for 3 mos. I am noticing wheezing and burning in lungs 1 wk maybe and slight running nose. I have a recurrence of skin eruption showing up now on buttocks cheek... | Hello dear , hiWelcome to Healthcaremagic.comI have gone through your concern in depth .* Passive smoking is definite reason for this issues of wheezing , burning .* Inhaling candle smoke affects if more closer , in a closed room .Hope this will help you .Regards . | |
Is general anesthesia advisable during chest congestion?
i am a 56 year old female and will undergo a gastric sleeve bypass in two days. i am in good health with no major problems other than my weight. i have a slight cough that started yesterday with no production of sputum. what will happen if there is chest cong... | Hi Dear !! Thanks for your query to HCM . Read and reviewed your query and health concerns. My opinion- IN the given situation, You seems to be having-GERD with acid reflux induced Cough from vagal irritation. Possibility of Chest-Congestion with slight cough you have is very less as there is no sputum with it and as d... | |
Suggest treatment for infertility
dr. i did a masterfasion for a 10 years . now i am 30 yrs old . i have no child.when i check with the doctor tells you have no active cells in semen and have more dead cells and pus cells how can i get child and is it possible and how long to take medicine pls answer me | HIThanks for posting your query to HCM . I don't think your problem is due to masturbation . First of all we need to find out what is the cause for your Problem . For that I need the complete report of your Semen Analysis . Kindly Upload the report . There are some conditions ( for example Varicocoel ) which... | |
Stomach pain, ankle pain, shortness of breath. Has tendonitis. Are they related?
i have an 11 year old daughter that has been complaining of stomach pain on and off for the last year. her ankles cause her a lot of pain. she was told she has tendonitis, now the other ankle is bothering her. she also complains of short... | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M.Forum. Pain in her ankle joint was due to RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS & now pain is in the other ankle joint. This is an indication ( pain in other joint) that your daughter has rheumatoid arthritis. Now your query is that she has trouble in breathing ( short breath). History of illness i... | |
Suggest remedy for rashes in skin
My daughter 15 yrs old had her eyebrows waxed for the 1st time and they are raw and red, looks like the skin was peeled off. She is on topical acne medication and we didn't know that waxing should never be done while on this medication until now. How can she treat? | Hi, I would recommend you to apply topical steroid antibiotic like neosporin ointment and cortisone cream on the affected area twice daily for 8-10 days. This will help in resolving your problem. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist | |
How to treat intervertebral disc prolapse?
Hello sir, This is Sundar (from Chennai), i have Interverbertal Disc Prolaspe problem from the month of june and was under an ayurvedic treatment at the month of august for 21 days till now taking medicines regularly given by them.After that i took scan but there is no change... | The changes in your spie are going to remain. They may in fact increase. The only way to fix the changes partially are via surgical methods. In view of the fact that ayurvedic medicines helped you, i think surgery is not yet needed. What i think you need to do is learn physiotherapy exercises for your back. Performing ... | |
What causes headache when playing football, hotness and night sweats with controlled asthma?
my son is an active football playing 9yr old he recently complains of headaches at practices and his body becomes very hot he also has night sweats he does have asthma but is controlled and he has played three years with asthm... | Hello,Welcome to HCM,Main predisposing factor for bronchial asthma is exposure to dust.As your son is having asthma he should very careful.The symptoms will aggravate on exposure to irritant like dust.As he is having fever, headache and night sweat it might be due to invective agents in the body.Playing football requir... | |
Headaches with dizziness. Taking paxil for migraine. No sinus. Ear nose throat irritation with asthma. Help?
I have been experiencing headaches with dizziness for about 6 mo. Dia. Migrane I am currently taking 10mg Paxil and 5mg Xanax daily. My Neurologist gave me a presc for amitriptyline. I am already on an anti-dep... | hello dearthanks for your query at HCMear , nose throat irritation can be due to dust and pollution,sometime pet animals can cause allergy.1 drink plenty of water2 avoid cold things like ice creams, cold drinks3 drink slightly hot water4 avoid pollution and dust5 take tab levocetrizine 5 mg in the night that will decre... | |
What causes breathlessness with arms and legs flaying?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...My grandson in not quite 3 months old but occasionally he will awake from sleeping and he acts like he is gasping for breath. He even flares his arms and legs like he can t breath. Once... | Hello, He must be examined by a doc. specialized in chest in the first place to exclude any asthma and also chest X ray is recommended. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Salah Saad Shoman | |
Is there any side effects from taking regestrone tablets for delaying periods?
Hi I am 44 yrs age lady wanted to delay my periods since going to attend a marriage. Chemist has advice me to take regestrone sandoz tablet. I wanted to know are there any side effects like headache,uneasyness etc since i will be taking it ... | Hello, There are some side effects related to the use of Regestrone. The most common side effects can be: - Enlargement of breasts - Stomach discomfort and pain - Trouble sleeping - Acne eruptions - Facial hair growth Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again. Regards, Dr. Do... | |
Suggest treatment for left side chest pain
I Have been having chest pain on the left side of my chest. Today is the third day and it gets worse when I eat. It almost feels like I can feel the food in my chest. I took heart burn medicine and it didn't help at all. I went to walmart and took my blood pressure and my bl... | Greetings. Welcome to HCM and thank you for your question. I understand your concern. Clearly, you were preoccupied by this new event or sensation you were experiencing. In various stressful situations, both physical or psychological, heart rate and blood pressure are parameters that increase.Your age is not very consi... | |
Suggest an alternative to Frisium
Hello Doctor! My son is almost 6 years old he is a CP child and suffers with fits every two months or so. He has been taking topamax 25mg twice a day and frisium at night. Frisium is not available in market. his last fit was yesterday. Now he is feeling anxiety and has mild fever not ... | Hi You can take Clodus(Zydus Cadila ) or Zac (Orchid Chemical ) or by salt name Clobazam.Hope you find this in marketthanks. | |
What causes back pain and throbbing headache during 30 weeks of pregnancy?
Fell backwards, flat on my back, and hit my head hard on a declined driveway of dirt. I m 30 weeks pregnant, 2nd pregnancy, and 25 years old. It s been about an hour, my back and neck are very sore, with a throbbing headache. Light ringing in m... | Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion the headache might be due to injury over head.It is good to know that you dont have any symptoms like pain etc.Take panadol for pain and take bed rest.As you dont have pain and fetal movements are good the pregnancy might be normal.Dont worry.If any untoward symptoms d... | |
What causes a cyst under the armpit?
I have a cyst under my armpit. It protrudes approximately 1/2 inch from the skin and is approximately 1 inch across. It has been getting worse for about 5 days now and I went to see a doctor yesterday who prescribed an antibiotic. Today it is significantly more painful. Should I go... | Hello,Armpit lump may be due to cysts, infections or irritations caused by shaving or antiperspirants.There are various causes of armpit lump: Bacterial infections Viral infections Lipomas Allergic reactions Some cancerous conditions, etc.Usually it is harmless and as you mentioned you are taking antibiotics for the sa... | |
Which is the best medicine for major depression and generalized anxiety?
Hi.....I have been diagnosed with major depression and generalized anxiety disorder. I tried 4 ant-depressants but all made me slightly manic....I also tried trileptal and one similar which made me very aggressive.... now I have been just taking ... | Hello,Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query.I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through.Paxil is a very good drug for anxiety and depression, and I use it as a drug of choice. Although 5 mg dose is on the lower side but it can be gradually increased... | |
Suggest treatment for scar tissues
i last month i had a plate and 5 screws removed as a result of surgery I had in January on a fractured wrist and even though I have been doing hand physicaltherapy several times a week, I developed scar tissue(adhesions) My wrist is still very stiff;I do not have alot of range of mot... | hiThere is no need for break of scar tissue.Just go o exercising but NO massage of wrist.Consult your surgeon, there may be other cause for limitation of movement whch can be seen on MRI/x ray of wristbest wishes | |
Suggest treatment for troubled breathing
Hi, name is Gabriel. Ive had trouble breathing through my nose for about six months and been using afrin to help me breathe. I went to my Dr. and stoped using it ablout a week ago. Ive been using nasonex and some antibiotics that she gave me. I can breath a little better but it... | Hi I think that your doctor is an ENT specialist. Did he do to you nasoscopy? It is for exploring the nose internally. May be you have a septum deviation of the nose which don't let the air to enter freely in the nostrils or adenoids too.And these two other situations need some further medication to do.Thank youDr.Jola... | |
What could bile duct cancer with itchy discharge suggest?
My sister-in-law has been told that she has a small amount of cancer in Bile Duct. She has been very itchey & a discharge ( dark in color). They did a MRI, also. She also has a week heart & came home from hospital a couple of months ago with a monitor & defib. ... | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Bile duct cancer causes obstruction in the billiary system. And this can lead to obstructive jaundice. In obstructive jaundice, bilirubin will rise. And excess bilirubin deposit in skin and gives yellowish tinge to skin. It also irritates ski... | |
What causes foot pain when diagnosed with osteoarthritis?
I have been diagnosed with osteo arthritis and have degenerative disk disease....I am 60 and female....I walk 5 or 6 times per wk and my feet have started hurting mostly on top and in arch....I have tried different walking shoes and nothing seems to help | Hello,The symptoms you have described are typical of foot strain or plantar fasciitis. It typically occurs when you start exercises like walking in the initial few days. You have already changed your footwear, but still, I would recommend you to use footwear insoles or cushions like silicone insoles to decrease the pre... | |
How soon can pregnancy test be done?
Hello Doc, I have been planning for a baby. I have a proper 26-27 day menstural cycle. My husband and myself tried for baby twice during my fertility week. I have missed by periods by 3 days but pregnancy test shows negative, Can there still be a possibility of me being pregnant ? | Welcomewait for 3 days more. then repeat urine test again to confirm your pregnancy.if you have still doubt, sonography will help you.thanks | |
What causes the abdomen to twist?
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... yes my son just had major surgury because come to find out he has a hole in this diapram and a hernia on his stomach and then 1/2 of his stomach popped threw the diapram then twisted in to a figure 8 i wa... | Hello Hernia is result of protrusion of organ or fatty tissue from natural opening due to weakness of the area or opening. These opening normally exist in the body but either due to weakening of muscle at opening or due to high pressure near the opening cause protrusion through opening.This is surgical case and can e e... | |
What are the symptoms of potential pregnancy?
Hi, for the last couple of weeks I ve been experiencing major and minor cramps. I ve also have had some really bad mood swings, and headaches. All I really know is that my period started October 28. I had sex on November 7th, and ovulated on the 10th. I ve also missed a pe... | Hi dear, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.Delayed periods, cramps in lower abdomen, and mood swings are the symptoms of early pregnancy.I will suggest you to get a urine pregnancy test done to confirm the diagnosis and get appropriate treatment.Hope you found the answer helpful.Wishing you... | |
What causes hearing of loud voices in head?
Okay I used to deal with this as a kid almost every night from the ages of 4 (was the youngest that I remember it happening) till about 12. And ever since then it only happens every so often but usually at nighttime.But I hear really loud talking in my head that is super fa... | Hello(Looks like schizophrenia but a variant if you have been telling everything correctly).It usually responsd to olanzapine 2.5-5mg or more may be needed. take at night.if there is any problem please feel free to mail me at gopal.neuropsychiatry@gmail.com. .I will try my best to help you as this is an unusual presen... | |
Q. I have been vomiting for past three days and feel nauseous for certain food. Also, I have loose bowel movements. Why?
Hello doctor,I am a 23-years-old female. I have been vomiting for the past three days and also having loose bowel movements. I sometimes cannot stand the smell of certain foods. I find it very easy ... | Hello. If sexually active, it might be due to pregnancy. Get a home test to rule it out. If not pregnant, then, could be acute gastroenteritis. Kindly consult your doctor to discuss the suggestions and take the treatment with consent. Tasectan (gelatin tannate) to stop loose bowel movements. Probiotics to stabilize int... | |
Can sinus tachycardia cause heart disease?
can sinus tachycardia cause heart dissease. im an only child im 36 and 4 months pregnant, i was diagnosed with it 4 years ago but had few attacks. since being pregnant it happens more often, at least once a week and more if i feel stressed. my father died of heart dissease, h... | DEAR USER,THANKS FOR CONSULTING WITH HCMI UNDERSTAND YOUR CONCERN.. BUT SINUS TACHYCARDIA IS NORAMLY SEEN AND IT WONT CAUSE YOU HEART PROBLEMSHOWEVER IF YOU COULD TELL ME YOUR WEIGHT, YOUR RECENT LIPID PROFILE AS I THINK YOU FAMILY HISTORY OF HEART DISEASE GOES IN FAVOUR OF SOME UNDIAGNOSED FAMILIAL CHOLESTEROLEMIAWAI... | |
Suggest treatment for cut on the knee
Yesterday, i slipped and fell while walking, and scraped my knee pretty badly. I wanted to know if i should continue to go to indoor tanning? I had went several times already before the injury, but am concerned now if there may be some side effects to tanning while i have this cut... | you need to give some rest as well as medication for the injury you sustained on knee joint as it is the weigh bearing joint. Take anti-inflammatory and vitamin c .When the joint is painless you can continue actively with all your activities.....tc care. | |
Is throat dryness normal while suffering with dental infection?
hi I've a dental infection that I've been dealing with. Anyway, I believe it's caused me some anxiety. fOR A WEEK I've had a fear of eating. I feel I can't swallow. I have this fuzzy feeling in throat - dry throat. I find myself constantly swallowing... | Hi,As per your complain throat dryness when having a dental infection can be due to mere anxiety while in case if you are constantly breathing through mouth then it can also give you a dry throat. So in case if you have tooth infection then you should just relax as there is nothing to get so anxious and suffer from sid... | |
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem? | Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologis... | |
A normal delivery or c-section, which one is advisable?
Hi Doctor, I am a 30 weeks Pregnanat woman. My age is 30 and I am diabetic too. My diabetic got detected on the 8th week of Pregnancy. I have history of missed abortion to. At the very first my Triglicirides avule were quite high , my doctor asked me to take Ecos... | Hi,Neither your age, diabetes, history of missed abortion or high triglycerides make you a candidate for Cesarean.You should definitely try for a normal delivery, and only if some problem arises for the baby or you during labour will the obstetrician be considering a cesarean.Is your diabetes in control, are you taking... | |
What causes loud snoring in an infant?
My daughter is 22month old. For about 3 months she have been snoring very loud followed with foam from saliva. Her brething is very erratic. When she exhales its like puff. Even her lips pop with the foam too. She wakes up afew times a night. Any position she lays in the samethin... | Hello,Thank you for asking at HCM.I went through your history and would like to make suggestions for your daughter as follows:1. Common cause of snoring at this age is nose obstruction or obstruction somewhere in upper respiratory airway.2.If she has repeated cough-colds, I would think of nose obstruction due to long s... | |
Could stopping intake of cerazette cause constant anxiety?
anxiety hi, I stopped taking cerazette 4 months ago and ever since I ve had daily anxiety which I m struggling with. I ve have about a month off work because I couldn t keep the symptoms under control, do you think cerazette could have been the cause? | Hello, Cerazette is an oral contraceptive that can produce mood changes in the long term which may persist after withdrawal sometimes. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr S.T. BALAMURALI, General & Family Physician | |
Pitikia, numbness in hand, left sided weakness, severe headache, high BP. CT scan showed no stroke. Prescribed iv hydolozine. Suggest
i had a right stroke 3 weeks ago i think it was a lacunar stroke , friday night my left hand went numb headache severe and left sided weakness. i noted pitikia on top of left hand calle... | Hello,Uncontrolled hypertension also has a risk of cerebrovascular attack(Stroke).You're a patient of CVA and you need to effectively manage your blood pressure.Consult your physician and regular check your blood pressure.Take medications for hypertension. | |
Why am I not able to masturbate after passing out the kidney stone?
Hello sir, I had a kidney stone it passed through 3 days ago i was using flomax the medication and some pain killer after a week i tried to masterbated but i didn t ejaculate the semen and i am worried and i am still on medications for the next 10 day... | if you dont have problem to pass urine,your issue is unlikely to be caused by stone.if it was a stone impaction,urine flow also will be affected.are you married?if,what about during intercourse?stone impaction causing block for seminal flow is much unlikely to occure.hope you have cleared your doubt. | |
Is swollen red gums with swollen, painful glands in neck could possibly be due to having oral sex?
I had oral sex with a girl four days ago. Two days after, I noticed my gums above my two front teeth were swollen. It is now a darker pink/light red and the swelling has spread behind my teeth. I also noticed a gland in ... | Hi,Thanks for asking the query,I would suggest you to get a complete examination done by the Dentist.At home take lukewarm saline and antiseptic mouthwash rinses.Maintain a good hygiene.this could be due to infection.Take care! | |
Q. Does the presence of beta-hCG in male indicate malignancy?
Helo doctor, I am a male. I have discovered a lump in my right chest area, just below my nipple. It appears to be roughly 3-5 cm in diameter, movable against all surrounding tissue, and it feels smooth, even-shaped, and firm but not hard, rather elastic. No... | Hi. First of all, I must say you have written your history very well. What I searched and concluded is: 1. About your HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) level, your b-HCG is raised while total HCG is normal. Get it repeated from some other lab, if still raised then proceed to step 2 and 3. 2. Get ultrasound scrotum (to... | |
Suggest treatment for lump on left side of groin area
I have had a hard lump on the left side of my groin for 2 years. When I first got it, I squeezed it, and it popped so hard, and all kinds of puss came out of it with blood. The doctor then told me it was an infected hair. It is purple in that area, and never really... | Hi! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. Even though it requires a physical examnation of the groin area and the patient as a whole, from your history, it seems to be persistence of some kind of chronic infection in the area. If I were your doctor, after a physical examinaton, I would advise you for a co... | |
What causes pain in lower back towards the right having a history of asthma and high BP?
i am 43 years old and i have pain in middle of my back towards the right. the pain intensifies when i swallow or take a deep breath. it also hurts more when i lay own on my back. i have a history of asthma and high blood pressure.... | Take calcium rich diet, u can also do light exercises under guidance of physiotherapist, using of lumbosacral support... walking under supervision of Physio doctor.. | |
Are dizziness and very cold hands in the morning indicative of a possible stroke?
Hello. I am asking a question concerning my father. He is 78 years old and had a sudden case of dizziness along with very cold hands this morning. He has had a previous stroke (2015) and are wondering if this could have been associated w... | Hello ThereAfter going through your medical query I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that first thing you should check his blood sugar levels , if it is low then kindly restore it , if not then go to an ER to rule out stroke.Hopefully this information will guide you properly.Kind RegardsDr. Bhanu Pa... | |
Can the medicine, Xyzal, for chronic cough cause kidney problems?
Hi. I have taken Xyzal for several years to control my chronic cough. it s the only thing that seems to work. However, in the last 18 months, my kidney GFR has fallen to 58, and stayed there. I have no other risk factors for chronic kidney disease---no ... | Hello, Xyzal do not causes kidney problem commonly, but it is mainly excreated through renal clearance so when kidney function is impaired it should not be taken or if necessary to take then in lower doses. So, most probably you have some asymptomatic kidney related problem before you started the treatment / may you ar... | |
Suggest treatment for frequent colds,snoring and breathlessness in a child
My daughter is 10 yrs old, she has frequent colds from childhood and since her 4th year she has heavy snoring, some times she feels breathless and some times feels disturbed sleep. Last year when she developed same symptoms even it accompanied ... | Hi,Thanks and welcome to healthcare magic.It looks like allergic rhinitis.You may try ebastine syrup twice daily for 1-2 weeks.You have to exclude adenoids also.Better consult ENT specialist.Hope this answer is OK for you.Further questions invited.Dr.M.V.Subrahmanyam. | |
What causes sever pain in the legs from calf to ankles?
I have a serious pain in my leg which is made worse when standing or walking. There is an almost constant pain on the outer side of the leg running from from midway calf to ankle. Pain recedes when sitting. Three blood tests an x- ray have disclosed nothing in fa... | Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The symptoms seem to be related to muscle pain due to overuse.I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the pain. I also recommend using anti inflammatory gel for local application such as Voltaren gel. Cold compresses c... | |
Suggest treatment for difficulty in breathing
my partner is 62 years old, overweight - especially large santa claus belly, and I have just learned he is taking propranolol (spelling) and seems to have a nearly impossible time achieving orgasm, although he is easily aroused, and is able to maintain an erection pretty l... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicIt is possible that he has retrograde ejaculation.In this instance the semen enters the bladder instead of going through the urethra during ejaculation.Sleep apnea can be concerning, it is caused by temporary closure of the airway. The use of a cpap machine may help him.His doctor m... | |
High ferritin count in the blood test. How can I lower the iron in blood?
i have high ferritin count in my blood test 350, I eat super healthy food no meat but lots of greeen leafy vegetables like kale quinoa, nuts and dried fruits, I drink a few glasses of red wine every night, I am more of a vegeterian, I have stopp... | hi Ferritin is a test that makes people having anxiety but in our medical world it is the most useless test,cause it increases with any and every stress like fever, stomach problems, liver problems..very high levels in autoimmine diseases .... Ferritin concentrations increase drastically in the presence of an infection... | |
Have intense back pain, heartburn, suffering from rosacea. Taking tetracycline, doxycycline. Is the medication right?
Hi, I have rosacia and my dr had me take tetracycline for 2 months. Then he changed it to Doxycycline-Hyclate and I have taken that for a month and a half now. Just this past week, the past 6 days, I... | too myuch of doxcyclinecan cause thisyou should think of taking these continuously from 3 -4 week i think get consultation with doctor to stop the antibiotics e tetra or doxy and change to some other till them use ppi agents in morninglot of wm waternon greesy non oily and non fatty foodsadd liquid antacids | |
What causes recurrent defecation with blood stains in stool of a child?
My 8 year old son was suffering from recurrent deffaecation with blood stains stool. on 19th july 2014 he had stool examination which reveals of occultblood, mucus present ,pus cells 6 -8,rbc 12 -15 .At the same time sonography was normal .Doctor ... | You should consider going in for a stool culture examination to see which bugs are causing the problem and to which medicines (antibiotics) are they likely to respond. Only after this you may decide about which drugs to give. On the other hand, if a culture cannot be done or is inconvenient, costly or not available, yo... | |
What is the meaning of calculus present in gall bladder?
good afternoon my liver is mildly enlarged measuring 17.8cm no focal alteration in echo texture. intrahepatic biliary radicals appears normal.portal and hepatic veins appear normal .gall bladder adequately distended .wall thickness appear normal there is a calcu... | Hello Your findings indicate 4 mm calculus in gall bladder.Treatment of choice is surgical removal of calculus.Now a days,it is mostly done by laproscopic method and recovery is very fast.Findings also indicate mildly enlarged liver.It may be due to many reasons like hepatitis,metabolic disorder,obesity etc.You need li... | |
Black specks in urine with burning sensation. Type-1 diabetic and had kidney stones. Recurrence of stones?
I am a male 43 and I've noticed for the past two days having tiny small specks like black pepper in my urine. I am a diabetic type one since age twelve, I have had kidney stones in the past several years back thr... | Hi, as you describe it could be the oxalate stones of the kidney may be traveling through the ureter and desolved to some extent, and passed through the urine, and caused the above above symptoms. I advise you to consult a urologist for diagnosis and treatment , you may need to have an M.R.... |
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