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Hi my husband has been diagnosed with severe depression, anxiety disorder and ptsd his meds Lexapro just arnt cutting it and I was wondering about a drug that my daughter with OCD has been put on (Chlorpromazine) and is doing well on it would be an appropiate choice for my husband | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I do not think OCD medicine is suitable for your husband. If your husband do not find any difference of mental condition with the given medicines, he should consult his psychiatrist and tell him the problem. Proper feed back and continuity in treatment is requi... |
Hi Doctor, My age is 28, height - 5.5, weight 53 KG Married for past 3 yesrs and we are planning from past 8 months. Below are my semen analysis reports; Please advise the future course of action on the treatement | Hello, Your semen analysis report is abnormal and Morphology and count affected severely. If you can attach the report than I can check the motility as well. You need to investigate with ultrasonography pelvis, abdomen and per rectal ultrasound for primary workup. Smoking and alcohol should be stopped if having a hab... |
My three year old daughter has started to stick her tongue out an awful lot lately - coupled with dribbling. However, the dribbling is not a concern as it is very limited. My daughter is under a speech and language therapist but we are still waiting for an assessment to be conducted in a nursery environment. Her speech... | Hello, I can understand your concern. As your daughter is three years old, this is the age she might be getting lots of baby teeth in her mouth. Due to this new development, it is normal that kids at this age stick their tongue out often and also experience excessive salivation. It will stop as soon as all teeth will d... |
for 15 DAYS my mother feels internal fever, i mean the kind of fever she do feels but the thermometer does not show any temperature increase. It weakens her body and she cannot walk herself without others support. Along with these she suffers from stomach pain,Unable to eat food due bitter taste, gone partial paralysis... | HelloThanks for the everywhere is nothing called as internal fever, most probably either the temperature is not being recorded properly or the thermometer is spoiled. It looks like your mother has multiple medical problems which needs to be taken care of in a multi specialty hospital. Here are my suggestions to you1. A... |
hi.ive got my two semen tests results and in the both tests the normal forms was low (2%) in the first one and (0%) in the second. everything else was normal.what would you recommend that should be done to increase the percentage of the normal forms of the sperm.kind regardshector | HelloThanks for query. Your semen analysis done twice has revealed gross Terratozoospermia meaning there by the percentage of sperms with normal morphology is just 2 %. Since Terratospermia is due to chromosomal abnormality unfortunately there is no medicine that can help to improve morphology of sperms. Please consult... |
hi since from two days iam suffering from stomach pain and xterday with motions ,i dont know wats happening in my stomach,please can anyone suggest me any medicine as iam not able to bare this stomach pain.. thank u | Hi Rajesh, Did you have food Outside recently or do you have vomiting? You are having gastroenteritis which is the infection of Castro Intestinal Tract. Kindly get yourself examined by a Doctor at the earliest as you need antibiotics and anti diarrhea ls. No medication can be prescribed without proper physical examinat... |
My baby was 2.7 kg wen he was born. Now he is six weeks old and is 4 kgs. He is completely on breast feed. But at night times, i feel difficult to feed due to my back pain. Moreover it takes me 45 min for one feed. So can i give him formula feed or wat is the solution?? Is his weight gain normal?? | Thank you for the care in your baby. I would not recommend formula feed until at least 4 months if not 6 months. Then I would advise homemade foods mashed and fed with clean spoon and after washing hands thoroughly. The weight gain is good which means your feeding is enough. For the back pain I recommend you sit with b... |
Hello, I m pretty sure I inhaled a piece of corn last night..I did it about a month ago too and was surprised it went down so easily without much couphing..I put my head down to my feet and managed to cough it out. I don t know what to do..I do have some mucus and some coughing fits but I m thinking maybe it s in my he... | The airways have a strong defense mechanism, thus the corn may have come out and not noticed by you. Even if it hasn`t come out, it will be dealt by body defenses and may not cause any problem. However, it can get lodged in the bronchial tree(airways) depending on it's size. It may lead to collapse of a portion of lung... |
Sir, My daughter 33 yrs.old is mentally retarded due to high fever just 7 days after birth,her brain got damaged,she gets fits since then and has been taking medicines for it.But it has not cured, what shall I do,can you suggest me who is the best Doc. in Bangalore T K Raina ( Bangalore ) | His admire you for positive outlook. I understand your concerns and emotions. But Mental retardation and Brain damaged in early neonatal period can not be reverse. Means mental retardation has no cure, but we can educate them. It is permanent damage, and you have to accept this fact.TO be very frank it will never impro... |
I have a small rash on my face by my nose. It is itchy and when I touch it it stings like a paper cut. I thought it might be shingles but I have no other symptoms except a headache. It does not seem to be spreading, worsening or getting redder. Could this still be shingles? I did have chicken pox when I was a kid. I am... | Hi, As you had chicken pox, the possibility of rash being Shingles is high. The rash of shingles will be painful, and it causes burning sensation. The treatment is effective, only if initiated within 72 hours of rash. So, I advise you to consult your Dermatologist as soon as possible to confirm the diagnosis and to in... |
I had stomach surgery for an ulcer in December 2011 I had hernia surgery in June of 2012. they had to cut out 6 to 8 of my Colene. My left calf swells up after being on my feet for a couple of hours. I had a leg ulcer on that same leg that has healed up. I also have severe itching on different parts of my body. if I ta... | LOT OF ANTIBIOTICS AND VITAMINS MAY HAVE CAUSE OF ALLERGY IN YOUR CASEY HAVE TO BUILD UP IMMUNE LEVEL TAKE SETTLING 1 TAB BD FOR 3 MONTHS3-4 GLASSES OF WARM WATER IN MORNING WHEN YOU WAKE AND REPEAT AT NIGHT WHEN YOU SLEEPS TOP ALL OILS MUSTARD, ALMONDS,COCONUT, GROUNDNUT AND SOYABEANSAPPLY OLIVE/AMLA MILFORD FOOD COOK... |
when i masturbate i ejaculate in 30-45 SECONDS I am starting masturbate from the age of 12-13th now i am 29 year old. now i am really afraid for sex because when i start sex i ejaculate quickly also not any hardness in my pennis plz tell me any treatment is possible and if yes where can i take help please tell me in my... | His understand your concern. Need to calm down and relax. Your anxiety will affect your sexual functions is mutual act and by time you will learn Proper education is mustPremature ejaculation can be treated with both psychologically and Chat Doctor. Please read on net and learn how to do stop and start method of sex is... |
I have a red area around the side of my mouth and I have been to the doctor down the road. He said I have a thrush infection. I have constantly used the prescribed cream yet the red area remains. It stings alot and I am very conscious of it; it s embarrassing... The cream I have is called Daktarin , it cleared the area... | Hello, Actually this red area can be because of fungal infection or because of habit of smoking or area nut chewing.-If you have a habit of smoking or area nut or tobacco you have to Chat Doctor. -If you are having a fungal infection also then also you have to consult a good dentist, as he will prescribe you both topic... |
My 11 months and 1 week old daughter has been prescribed with Gemcal Gro Suspension, Cypon Drops and Rubired Drops by our paediatrician. She weighs around 7.9kg. Please let me know the side effects of the above prescribed medicines; should i continue with the same if her apetite increases and whether they are contraind... | Hi Dear Welcome to the Chat Doctor, Every medicine has got some or the other side effects. Side effects should be weighed with the beneficial effects of the Chat Doctor. Then they should be used accordingly. Rubired is an iron product, necessary for the blood production, Gemcal is calcium suspension. Helps in bone mat... |
Hi My doc. Told me to take iron because my hernia surgery caused a hematoma the size of a tennis ball. My Levels went from 14.3 down to 9.3 after the surgery.my current level of hemoglobin is now at 10.5. When I take the iron pills I get too hyper and my blood pressure increases from normal to 140/95. I currently take ... | Hi, Thanks for asking. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. Iron is not known to influence blood pressure.2. Anemia along with increased cardiac activity along with stress and anxiety is possibly affecting blood pressure.3. You need to continue regular intake of iron supplements. Along with it B-complex sup... |
I m on cycle day 14 and I m currently taking metformin , iron,b12 and on cycle days 3-7 5mg of letrozole to induce ovulation . I noticed around 5am I was spotting and didn t think much about it and figured maybe it s ovulation bleeding . But after having it last all day along with cramps that have now started tonight a... | HelloThanks for your query. The mild spotting and cramps around day 14 definitely point to an ovulation bleed. You would be having follicular monitoring and ultrasound in this cycle, so you easily know what is the cause.Also, you should see an Infertility specialist for your problem, as there are various causes of infe... |
Hi, Doctor, I am a healthy male of 50 yrs of age leading an active life as well as active sex life. About 5 yrs ago i remained without sex for about 20 days as i was abroad and on return one night after intercourse my wife discovered blood particles in my semen. Next day i visited my doctor and he had got all the clini... | HelloThanks for query. You had blood in semen (Hematospermia) during sexual intercourse following abstinence for 3 weeks and was investigated thoroughly to detect the cause for same which turned out to be inconclusive, Normally during long period of abstinence there is stagnation of semen and sperms in reproductive org... |
Papillary thyroid cancer female patient---4 yrs out from thyroidectomy. Just had annual ultra sound for thyroid bed and lymph nodes checking for recurrence. Dr. Said there was some shadows in left lymph nodes. What could cause it? He didn t seemed concerned because my Tg dropped. I m nervous! Shadows--causes?? | Shadows (echogenic shadows) of lymph nodes on ultrasound scan can be due to infections, and they can be just there normally as they are part of body immune system. There are certain features of lymph nodes on ultrasound scan which help to differentiate benign from malignant (cancer) like loss of fatty him, enlarged siz... |
My husband and i have been trying to have a baby for the past 2 yrs, but unsuccessful. I have been to the doctors but nothing happen, i also did a HSG test but still nothing. My husband refuses to see a pathologist to test is sperm. Doctor tell me what else can i do? | Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Before you start any treatment it is important to know your husband sperm count is normal or not. If that is not normal then he needs treatment. Whatever you take treatment it will do in vain. I suggest you to convince him, and also you may go for ovulation inducing Chat Doctor. This will... |
Hello, Ive had recurring pain in my next for a couple of weeks now, it feels like a pinching burning stabbing sensation that is very sharp but only lasts a few seconds at a time, coming back every few seconds to 30 seconds in intervals. I just noticed a rash on my neck in a v shape ending at my mid chest. what could t... | Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor. You seem to suffer from Shingles or Herpes zoster with mild presentation. Check with Second Opinion from Dermatologist due to its uncommon presentation and to rule out any other causes after physical check up. Hope this would help you to resolve your query. Else Contact with a Followup Premi... |
hi, sirry to cause any inconvenience, but I was running yesterday and then I went to stretch and did the splits. but I felt a tear in my upper thigh towards the inner leg. and it still hurts today and I cannot do the splits anymore. please help because u need to do the splits for ballet. | Hi, thank-you for providing the brief history of you. As you mentioned that you suspect it to be a muscle tear. Getting a muscular assessment will put insight to the level of injury. Also, taking up an ultrasonography or the MRI of the muscle involved may help us to dictate the level of the injury. Usually, small muscl... |
I had my tooth pulled about 16 hours ago (bottom right in middle) Dentist said its infected. I am having pain but also a heavy feeling that comes and goes in my jaw on that side and also my lips feel numb on and off. It feels like my mouth is not opening as wide as usual either. Is all of this normal? | Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor forum, After reading through your query, I would like to inform you that sometimes following extraction, inability to open moutChatDoctorpletely and a feeling of numbness is from the local anesthetic that is injected, it is temporary and usually become normal on its own. You can take pa... |
i have heel pain , it appears that some bone is paining at the corners of the heel, & then the pain spread to whole heels & rises upto knee, some sounds of bone crakling is heard near heels upon walking. also the heels appear jaamed for sometime when i start walking | Hello, As the pain is in the heel I will advise for an x-ray as it may be related to a calcaneal spur which is just a speculation of mine. But x-ray will help as well. Also, try doing hot water fermentation, use cr\u00eape bandage to stabilize the ankle joint and also some simple exercises. This should help you. Hope I... |
Hi Playing cricket last night, whilst fielding in close proximity I took a ball at quick pace to the shin bone. It had swollen massivley, but this morning the swelling appears to have subsided a little. Unfortunately however, I am still unable to put any pressure at all on the leg. Walking is near impossible due to the... | Hi, Thanks for your query. It could be soft tissue injury or due to a hairline fracture. You need an x-ray to rule out any bony injury. I suggest you to consult an orthopaedician nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray of the area affected under his/her guidance. Beside icing and elevating it, you can ... |
Hi my name is Pauline am 59years old have had 8 lots surgery on my spine have now got stimulator in spine but have alot pain in my right foot its nerve pain very servere cant put up with it much longer but i really dont want any more surgery had cupping done but nothing lasts live on medication what do u advise for me ... | Hi Ms PaulineThank you for your question to Chat Doctor. Spinal cord stimulator is implanted for pain control when no structural or treatable cause for pain can be detected. It would be helpful to know the findings in your recent MRI if you have had one. Revision spine surgery can be technically quite challenging due t... |
How long should I wait to fly after having a partial spontaneous pneumothorax? I only smoked 4 cigarettes a day before this, and have quite since. I will be flying 11 weeks after this happened...also, how likely is it to okay again? I am a 33 year old female. | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. In my opinion you should first quit smoking. As smokers are at great risk for recurrent pneumothorax irrespective of air travel. Air travel causes significant pressure changes and possibility of development of pneumothorax is high. And this will be even more if patient is smoker... |
Had my 2nd knee replacement surgery last May 21st. Still undergoing physical therapy until mid- August. At this point I can walk without a cane but for only a short errand daily. How will I know when I can safely drive my car again? I am 74 years old. | Hello, As you are already into the physiotherapy sessions and have a good improvement post surgery I think it won't take much time for you to get back to ADL. Usually, the muscles take some time longer to get the strength and timely contraction in the aged individuals due to the aging process which the muscles are und... |
I had a total hip replacement in February 2014 as I did well..I m seventy one .but it was worth it..years just went by but to only to live in chronic pain..anyway...when should I have the other hip done..so I can live the rest of my lie with joy please help thank you | Welcome to Chat Doctor I have gone through your query and understand your concern. Whenever you feel pain in hip joint you can get your hip join revise. It will take nearly 15 years to hip joint to revise. You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then don't ... |
I had unprotected sex 3 times within 24 hours, 30 hours the most,but took a morning after pill the next day, what are the changes that I could get pregnant. My partner did not cum in me the 3 times. The first one he did but we were in a pool and as we got out the sperm was on my swim suit bottoms . The other 2 he pulle... | Hi, I will suggest you the best possible treatment options. 1) First do not panic. 2) As per your history, you had unprotected sex act, and there was penetrative sex also. Spillage of semen inside and around vagina or in case of with Chat Doctor. 3) As you have mentioned that you have taken emergency contraceptive pil... |
My brother in law is in the hospital and they can t find an answer to his illness. He went in with extreme chills, shaking, fever, nausea. They have checked him for Rocky Mtn. Spotted fever, enterovirus, and Ebola. He still has bacteria in his blood. What other cause could there be? He is in Wake Forest Baptist in WS N... | Thanks for your query at Chat Doctor! Why are you saying bacteria in his blood. Have tests of culture for bacteria showed some results? Mention what is it for us to guide you properly. If not done get blood culture done, Tidal test, complete mammogram, X-ray, USG Abdomen. It can be Cytomegalovirus infection, Dengue, Ep... |
Hello, well I ve recently discovered this bump on my head. I ve also had symptoms that I think are linked to it. I ve heard cracking in my head like my bones are splitting, I ve felt heat in my head & my eyes, and my stomach & torso. I ve had indigestion & head pains and some gradual chest pains. I ve seen my doctor ab... | Hi!, I would like to summarize your case first like this |
Hi, I am 39 year old and no kid. I got pregnant once when I was 20. I got my ultrasound result now and I have 6mm fibroid. I have been trying to get pregnant for 6 months now. Considering my age, I was wondering if I should have my fibroid removed to increase my pregnancy chance. I read thousands of websites and they a... | Hey thanks for your faith in the Chat Doctor.I have gone through your question and understood your problem. It will definitely get better in some time and may be by next cycle itself. But after 3 months try the best for conception and It's very important to conceive as soon as possible because fibroid have a tendency t... |
My legs have been swollen for the past week. I am a teacher. I woke up this morning with a rash around my ankles, more so on the left leg, and some redness at the ankle. What do I need to do. My feet feel very heavy and slightly tingling. Is it necessary to see a doctor? | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Yes, you should definitely consult doctor. There are many causes for swollen leg without rashes with tingling. Common causes are1. Varicose veins (common in teachers)2. Early heart diseases3. Early kidney and liver disease4. Hypoproteinemia5. Cellu... |
hi. i am 21 yr old student. had an exam toda, and was writng the paper at quite some speed. all of a sudden, my hand(left hand-i am left handed) began to seize. it continued for quite sometime, and the seizing wud be fr just some seconds. . i thn slowed down my speed. and it kinda stopped. even now , asi was typing thi... | Hello, Your symptoms could be related to writers cramp. A seizure can not be excluded either or anxiety. For this reason, I would recommend trying to video register these episodes when happen and show them to a neurologist. Some tests may be needed |
I just came from the Oral Surgeon and he examined me for a small (no pain) smooth white spot in the vascular ducts on the underside of my tongue. He advised me to just continue to watch it and return in 3 months for reevaluation. I am trying to recall the name that he used to identify this spot. (something like Phiboli... | Sialoliths may be the name mentioned to you. Have you been told that your salivary gland duct is blocked? Calcium deposits under the tongue are not uncommon. Your salivary flow is important to the health of your mouth. Salivary flow reduction can cause Chat Doctor. Wharton's Duct is located under the tongue. You can t... |
Hi. My father has 54 years old. In October of 2009 he was diagnostic with Advanced Prostate Cancer with various bone metastases. He was put in hormone therapy. His PSA low a bit, but in April this year, the cancer spread to the spine, and the bone pain was getting bigger. After that he was put in radiotherapy (20 sessi... | Hi Welcome to ChatDoctorThis is Chat Doctor. Your fathers' situation is indeed a matter of concern. Dear I will suggest you to get him magneto therapists treatment if you have one around ? If not, Arrange a set of 2 sum 1000 glass magnets and start treating by applying north poles to the right hand and left hand for 1... |
I am undergoing treatment for infertility. I have PCOS problem since 2008 & i was on Krimson 35 for 2 years (1year before & after marriage..got married in Nov 2011). We are trying to conceive from the last 1 year , my husband has aligospermia & hence doctor has advised for IUI. In the beginning of cycle I was given Cl... | Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about this difficulty conceiving. The chances are obviously better than without GUI. No one can tell for sure whether you would get pregnant or not. It is for sure a game of chance and couples without any difficulties are not guaranteed a pregnancy each tim... |
Both of my big toes are in pain this morning. My feet got extremely cold yesterday and dont know if that could be the problem?? I woke up and put socks on in the middle of the night because my feet were freezing. Now this morning there is a lot of pain and is numb to the touch in some areas... Frost bite? | Hello, Your symptoms could be related to arthropathy or peripheral neuropathy. For this reason, I would recommend consulting with your attending physician for a physical exam and some tests |
My husband has a 49cm brain hemmorage he is experiancing vision loss and loss of motor functions he was in the hospital they did a few ct scans gave him pain meds and checked his blood sugar levels they sent him home without any meds,does this sound right or should more be done he is scheduled for another ct scan in a ... | Brain hemorrhage... Bleeding into the brain.the bleeding is from the arteries supplying the brain. These arteries are very small and effected by many factors which damage the wall of arteries like diabetes, hypertension etc. Once these arteries are ruptured then the particular site of the brain lost its function e.g. v... |
Hi , I am aamir, i have premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction. if i take medicine, then my blood pressure is very high .i have (hypertension )patient.Dear dr i use papaverine inj in penis some time .the result is good.please advice me what can i do. thanks Aamir | Hi, Are you using any blood pressure medication because some medicine has this as side effects, if yes then you should discuss with doctor and get it changed. Also have you tried tab Sildenafil 50 mg 1 hour prior to sex, if not you can try this instead of injection. If you are depressed or under stress then try to get ... |
HI! My 2 yr old son had terrible diarhea for over a week. Took him to dr., and after examintion said he has bad strep infection. He took Moxypen for 7 dys. Yesterday returned to Dr. to check throat agin to make sure that the infection cleared. Dr. said that my son s tonsils are very swollen with blood vessels. He presc... | Hello understand your concern. If I were your sons treating doctor, I would have first done a throat swab culture and rapid streptococcal test. We will know if the swelling of tonsils is caused by bacteria or virus. Did your doctor confirm by doing some test that he have strep infection? Did your son vomit anything? If... |
Hi, My toes on both of my feet are darker than the rest, around the little joint (on the pinky toe) and it hurts sometimes when i wear my sneakers. I dont really engage in much exercise and i dont think i hurt my toe with any gym activities. I am an African American teenager and dont want to have nasty looking feet. Wh... | Welcome to Chat Doctor I feel that the pigmentation that you have is because of constant friction. Use a shoe which is one size larger. Because of shoe bite it will pain and leave behind a pigmentation. Apply a moisturizer containing 10 % urea. Even salicylic acid 5-10% containing creams also will help. Trichloroacetic... |
our son is 7 months old, he is having enlarged liver and spleen as per the ultrasound scan. he is having jaundice from last 1.5 months. Tourch test was done and everything came as non reactive. since the cause is not know, liver biopsy is done and we were asked to consult after one week. What can be the causes of jaund... | Hello,1) Enlargement of liver + spleen may be due to portal hypertension.2) It is a condition in which pressure in portal vein (supply blood from intestine to liver) increase. Because of increased pressure in portal vein, blood flow to liver decrease and blood divert to spleen which cause enlargement of spleen.3) Gener... |
I HAVE HAD A REDNESS TO MY SKIN. I WAS TOLD I HAVE CELLULITIS,IT GETS ITCHY AND SOMETIMES I CANNOT STAND IT.I AM GOING TO SEE AN ALLERGIST ABOUT IT.I WAS ALSO TOLD IT WAS A BLOOD CONDITION.IS THIS TRUE AND CAN YOU HELP ME PLEASE?SINCERELY,ANNE-MARIE | Hello, Welcome to ChatDoctorCellulitis is a bacterial infection involving the skin which specifically affects the dermis and subcutaneous fat. It is commonly caused by streptococci and Staphylococcus aureus. Elderly people, immunodeficient people and diabetics are particularly vulnerable to this condition. Cellulitis i... |
I went to my OBGYN this morning and she tried to drain, what she thought was a cyst. When she stuck it, twice, with a needle, it was a hard mass and then told me it had to be removed my sergery. But it would not stop bleeding and she stichted me up right there in the office. Could this be cancer? the bump on the outsid... | Hi dear thank for the query on ChatDoctorTHE BLEEDING SWEEPING could be a hematoma which is common in this area.it could also be a lipoma. Get an ultrasound of the swelling to see whether solid or fluid content. You can get a FNAC OF THE SWEEPING IF HARD UNDER the guidance of ultrasound to get a pathological report. Ba... |
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? My father is 58 years old. He has above 80% block in 3 places as revealed in angiogarm. we had opinion from 3 doctors. One told angioplasty is enough. other two told open bye pass sugery is best. we are in confused stte. kindly guide us | Hi. I presume you mean clogged arteries. There are several treatment strategies. First is medical management, although this is usually reserved for people with mild disease or elderly people with multiple medical problems for which intervention is too risky. Angioplasty with stents are a possibility. This usually w... |
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...i have a hard lump above my belly button. not painfull but its there. does not seem to be small!im overweight but have been going to gym. this seemed to get worse as i had bronchitis and was coughing really bad | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have umbilical or para umbilical hernia, or it may be some soft tissue tumor of muscle sheath. You should go for ultrasound study of that lump and physical examination. If it is hernia then you should go for surgery. If it is tumor then g... |
i found a lump inside my viagina a few months ago ive been to worried 2 go 2 the doctors ive kept an eye on it but 2 me it seems 2 have grow ive been having normal periods but last week i started bleeding when im not due on but this time im losing more blood then normal plus having some pains in that area aswell as in ... | Hi. Thanks for your query. If you are really worried, you should have visited the Gynecologist and /or a Surgeon and get the lump excised as this is at such an important part of body, and now you have an additional problem. The excessive bleeding and other problems do not look to be related to the lump in vagina unless... |
My two sons age 3 years and 9 years developed red spots on their chest/stomach, on their backs and just starting to go down their legs a few also. The spots have little yellow heads on. They have both had chicken pox and they do look different to the pox because once they have deveoped into the head they leave a tiny l... | Thanks for posting you query to Chat Doctor.chicken pox lesion develop in crops multiple vesicle develop same time and are very painful.after 5-7 day heal with crust formation. Second if once person get infected with chicken pox it gives immunity for that infection so second time it does not manifest only the virus rem... |
Hi I am worried about my husband, I will tell you about him & would like to see if you can help me talk him into going to see a doctor. He is age 61, about 5 3 . He used to chew Tabaco for years he quit about 2 years now. He drinks alcohol in the evenings sometimes to much. His diet is not the best. His weight is aprox... | Hi, Thanks for your query. After going through your query I came to know that your husband has problem of overweight, other problems are due to this. He should reduce his weight by exercises and dietary control. He should be got examined by physician for cough. You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it. I do h... |
Hello. I had been on cerazette for around 4 years, then I gave birth to my first baby in July 2014 by c section. I haven t breast fed and started taking cerazette again 2 and a half weeks ago. A couple of days later I had an achy left breast and have a small lump in it. I ve been to the docs and been referred to a cons... | Hi. Thanks for your query and an elucidated history. The probable cause of pain and lump in the breast can be the following |
Hi, I get serve pain in my tail bone area. It comes out of the blue. I take ibuprofen and sit in a hot bath and it goes away. After the episode the area feels a little sore. Like I said it happens out of the blue. It is so painful it will wake me up. This has been happening for years. It will go away for months then ju... | Hi your condition is common and is called Coccydynia(pain in the coccyx). The pain usually starts after sitting on a hard surface. In my practice I prescribe 1. Painkillers and muscle relaxants(for a week / 10 days)2. Sits bath (as you are doing) 3. Exercises for gluteal muscles and Spinal Extension exercises(Almost li... |
Hi, My daughter is 5 years old. She has been suffering from haemophilus influenza vaginitis as well as strep in her vagina. She has been on 10 different antibiotics, including Keflex. She has been examined under anaesthetic. Nothing was found. Doctors dont now why she is not responding to the treatment. They want to k... | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. She has vaginitis with HI influenza and strep. She has already used 10 different antibiotics and not responding to treatment. So the best thing is to go for sensitivity test. It will give you exact antibiotics effective against her infection.... |
My mom has been getting mild fever after physical work for almost 1 year in 2012 and was later diagnosed TB in August 2013. Although the course was of 6 months but doctor suggested to continue(as he said its better to continue for few months more to stop it completely) She is continuing the TB medicine until now but no... | Hellos you stated in the query that your mother took complete anti-tubercular treatment more than required. She stopped that treatment and after this still, she is having a fever 99-101 F. Such type of fever may be due to these reasons, these include |
Hi Dr.I have undergone extraction procedure of my upper molar tooth and took antibiotics (Ampiclox and trinidazole) for a week, I have come to realize some small particle (portion of one root) remained. so far no serious pain felt, however am worrying if there any complication might come later. pls help me what to do | Hello there... Root fracture occurs for various reasons. It depends on the root morphology and the way it is removed.... The dental surgeon has to remove the tootChatDoctorpletely. A maxillary molar (upper molar) usually has three roots. Morphology at times can be different. There are situations where in you can retai... |
I have developed a hard lump on the inside of my leg, just below the knee cap. I run and do weights 6X / week (including squats, lunges, etc. on leg day). It doesn t hurt but now I have a large bruise just below it although I don t recall hitting it. Suggestions? | Hi, Dear,Thanks for the query to Chat Doctor. I studied your problem in depth and I understood your concerns. Treatment / Cause for hard lump on the leg-In my opinion your lump seems to be synovitis due to the Knee arthritis.-Avoid heavy work ups -as it may cause more arthritis.-Consult ER-Surgeon.-Take Anti-inflammato... |
I had my gallbladder removed yesterday morning. I was discharged from the hospital last night. when I woke up this morning my bottom lip was numb and my whole body from my abdominal up was sore. Is any of this normal? I m more concerned about my chest soreness and my bottom lip being numb. PLEASE HELP | Welcome at Chat Doctor. I have gone through your query and being your doctor I completely understand your health concerns.... Based upon the history you have provided I don't think your symptoms are associated with your surgery done.... All you need is stay calm and take rest. Don't be panic. . Is there any abdominal... |
I have heard about accupunture/laser therapy in helping knee and asthama related problem. My mother (70s) is suffering with these. I recently came to know about a group in India WWW.WWWW.WW has been providing this type of therapy successfully. I would like to know your opinion on this. thanks | **1. Since both the said pathology are related with inflammation, in one there is inflammation of bronchi and other is reaction to injury thus Acupuncture can be used to treat both systemic inflammation [asthma, edema, sinusitis, ] to local joint based inflammation [tendonitis].PS. Several studies reveal that both manu... |
my sister made the mistake of her life by using meth last weekend, it was from what she says for the whole weekend not just a day, she has a rash going from the left side of her neck to her armpit and a swollen gland only on the left side of her neck, its red from rubbing it, itchy, and small pimples without heads scat... | Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor, This red rashes and sometimes itchy over skin neck could be due to eczema or atomic dermatitis due to that method. More than any other field, in dermatology one needs to inspect with eyes what the skin condition is, how it looks, how is that redness or itching etched important thing is to di... |
my husband died after having polymyositis for eight years it affected his lungs and he had pulmonary fibrosis and copd thought we would grow old together but one night he just stopped breathing could we have prevented his death or do you gradually get worse with polymyositis | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Polymyositis is connective tissue disease. It affects almost all organs of the body especially lungs. It is incurable and progressive disease. With treatment, we can reduce the rate of progression, but we can revert it. Pulmonary fibrosis in Polymy... |
MAle , 51 years oldI had a full blood picture, VDRL and urine analysis.for med insurance purposes.Blood picture all normal, VDRL negative, 10-15 pus cells in urine is the only symptom not in normal range.I understand there are dozens of possible reasons for pus in urine, including kidney stones (that I had 15 years ago... | Hello Thanks for writing to ChatDoctorYou are suffering from urinary tract infection(UTI). It is not related to masturbation done on previous day.UTI is indicated by presence of excess pus cells in urine. You need few more investigations like routine hologram, Random blood sugar, Renal function test, Urine culture and ... |
Thank you, I am recovering from a UTI and Kidney infesction ( it was an E coli infection). I am a 69 year old lady and haven t ever been so unwell. I was in hospital for 8 days. I have been home a week and still on antibiotics. I am still very tired, despite sleeping for about 10 hours at night , I still need a nap in ... | Hi, Thanks for writing in. It is possible that you might feel weak and tired when recovering from UTI. It is important that you Chat Doctor. Also, please take healthy home cooked foods and complete the course of antibiotics. Please make sure your infection is completely treated and there is no recurrent infection. Thi... |
I want to share with you about the problem of my sister. She is 30, Neuro Patent. couple of years, she had a minor worm in her mind. take regulary Valprin Chromo 500 mg two times, Phenobarbitone 90 mg at night. She is almost ok. but the problem is she dont listen of family members. awake the whole night, sleeps at day ... | Hi, From the information you have provided, your sister was found to have a parasitic infection in her brain for which she was put on sodium valproate 1gm and phenobarbital 90\u00a0mg. She maintained well till recently, and there has been a change in her behavior and her sleep pattern apart from having doubts regarding... |
I have a friend who was recently in a motorcycle accident. He was airlifted to a trauma facility. After being evaluated he has no brain or spine injuries. He has broken ribs, broken metatarcel(spelling?) and his skin completely burned off on his heel. They just graphed some skin back on last night. This morning they to... | It is fortunate he has no brain or spine injuries. Broken ribs are a serious injury, but they do heal Usually no specific treatment is needed. However, people with broken ribs have a lot of pain, and they tend not to take deep breaths. Because of this they are prone to pneumonia. Being on a ventilator also predisposes ... |
Hi, I ve been told I have a rare condition where my bones are crumbling in my hips and I have to have two new ones.My doctor didn t tell me what it was called and I was too shocked to ask. Could you tell me what it is as I would be most greatful. Thanks, Denise. | It sounds like you have avascular necrosis of the hips. This leads to abnormal motion at the hip joint, causing accelerated degeneration of the joint. This leads to eventual cartilage loss and soon, bone to bone contact and subsequently severe pain on movement of the hip. This condition can be caused by several factors... |
My husband was diagnosed with esophageal cancer . He was in a clinical trial. Six months of chemo followed by surgery. He was on many different chemo drugs. After about 5 years or so it spread to his spine . It started with his right hand becoming weak and unable to grasp things. He had surgery to remove part of the tu... | Hello, thanks for using Chat Doctor I feel touched for your husband. Cancer is not just an ordinary disease; the pain, disability, thoughts and all the discomfort, really sad, and so I must congratulate you for enduring and being there for him because he needs you now more than ever. The discovery of a metastasis (spre... |
I am an adult 58 year old woman and when I googled bleeding tongue bump you popped up. I was perfectly fine. After eating trail mix, bumps formed on my tongue. When I put my finger on the bump there was blood. When I looked in the mirror there is a large lump, long piece of what looked like mucus. i lifted it. It is co... | Hello, I understand your concern. I am Chat Doctor, infectious diseases specialist, answering your query. In my opinion it is some kind of infection on the tongue. I advise you Grams staining, culture and sensitivity from the wound. This will give us idea regarding the bug and its sensitivity. Taking the treatment acco... |
How many calories would I burn in an asthma attack? Im trying to lose weight, but this morning when I went running in the cold, I had a mild attack. I didnt have my inhaler on me, so had to walk back home. Im just curious to know if the attack burned any calories for me. | HI, thanks for using Chat Doctor Any illness, including asthma, causes a temporary increase in metabolic rate and as a result causing calorie expenditure, but the exact value is not known. It is not likely to be a significant amount since it for a short mild attack. You may want to consider the use of your reliever inh... |
hi i did my first ultrasound and came to know that iam 5weeks preganant but there is no yolk sacno fetal poles and no cardiac activity this makes me worry as my doctor told me that there is no growth.please help me!is it necessary that in 5th week you get all these things? | Hello, Thank you for your query. 5 weeks is too early to see anything on a scan. Wait for another two - three weeks. Repeat a scan. This should tell you, more accurately, about the growth of the baby. By this time a heart best is usually seen. An abdominal scan shows positive results later than a vaginal scan. So if sc... |
hi I have an oblong lump above my thyroid on the right side, I noticed it when i was rubbing cream on my neck but initially it was tiny but it has gradually got bigger. Could it be a lymph node? i am feeling fine but have been quite tired over this past 6 weeks. I have had this lump now for roughly 3 months. Do I w... | Hi, You need to consult a Surgeon ugly.It's mostly a lymphadenitis ? Above rt thyroid gland ? Jugulo-Diagastric lymph node is the possible lump. Fnac Biopsy of the lump would fix the diagnosis in your case. This reply would help you to plan treatment with your ER doctor at earliest. Welcome for any further query to Me ... |
My 80 yr old father just had a minor procedure done to evacuate the blood due to a sub dual hematoma . He does not have a history of history of seizures. He has been prescribed eptoin , do not know the dosage, for a period of one year. Is this common? He also takes medicines for BP and adult onset diabetes . What is yo... | Hi Rama S V, The Option has been prescribed in an attempt to prevent occurrence of seizures. It is not uncommon for this medication to be prescribed after neurosurgical operations. However, there is usually not an increased incidence of seizures following evacuation of chronic subdural hematoma. As far as your question... |
IM 28 and have suffered with chest pain for the last 5 yearsdoctors tell me its astma.the pain is just right of my heart but feels like opening of my right lung when it started it used to feel wet and warm sensation and pain further into the lung. But now its just a dull pain i never cough due to it but can squeeze fle... | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Chest pain with breathlessness are commonly seen in asthma and heart disease. Get a chest x-ray, ECG and Echo done if they are normal, no need to worry about heart disease. Also consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory... |
I have chest pain in the area of my sternum (radiating out just a bit), some extra saliva. 37yr old overweight female who does suffer depression & panic attacks. I took my sertraline & Prilosec about an hour ago. Should I be freaking out? (Which causes sharper pain) | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of HERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is more. HERD is common in depression and panic disorder. Both of these cause laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends... |
I have been having numbness in my head on the right side of my face the doctors keep telling me their is nothing wrong with me but i know there is something i have also been losing more hair here lately.I do have anxity so i take meds for it paxil 20mg and 10mgs at night. | Hello, Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor for posting your query. I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through. It seems you are over concerned and your anxiety disorder is causing you to worry more. Paxil is a good Chat Doctor. You may get your testosterone levels checked. ... |
Hi, My wife (diabetic) was diagnosed with liver scirrhosis (Age 59, non - drinker) during Cholecystectomy (Gall bladder removal) surgery. Her LFT is normal except S.bilurbin 0.27 and SGPT 52. Doctors say, do not worry and do nothing at this time but I am concerned. Are they giving thisa advise as there is no treatment? | Hi.thanks for posting query at Chat Doctor. Usually ALT (SGPT) or AST (GOT) values higher than \"two times the upper normal limit\", is considered abnormal (in some countries, ALT or AST values of more than 100 are considered abnormal). Value of AST or ALT greater than 85 or above maybe investigated further. As per you... |
How long does the virus which causes hand.foot.mouth disease live on inanimate objects? I realize it is mostly transmitted by saliva, contact with infected kids, etc, but wondered if we should be cleaning our church nursery toys again, since the breakout of HFMD, which are used one day per week. Thanks! Holly | Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor, Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a disease caused by intestinal viruses like Coxsackievirus and Retrovirus.HFMD is a common and highly contagious viral infection that typically causes a mild febrile illness followed by a maculopapular rash that may involve the skin of the hands, fee... |
I was treated for typhoid & UTI a month & a half ago. My head is not yet clear. I get uncontrolled sleeps twice during daytime & one of it could be morning after fully waking up. Almost throughout the day am like having a disturbed head.I am adviced to drink pleanty of water but in vain. My friend thinks its because of... | HI Thanks for posting your query. No not due to wearing off from beer. It is most likely due to the weakness caused by Typhoid and UTI and also due to the antibiotics taken at that time. Due to consumption of Antibiotics, there might have happened some vitamin deficiency which is causing weakness and that in turn cau... |
Hey I m 21 ima female , so here we go I m trying to get pregnant and I don t know why I can t , so my man and I have been together for 2 years goin on 3. We have unprotected sex every time since we been together so the first year we were together we had sex non stop and when my period was comnin I would have sex so it ... | Hello There. Welcome to Chat Doctor forum. There are various factors which might be causing infertility in your case.1)Are you having intercourse during your ovulation day?2)Did you find out the cause why didn't have your periods for a year ? I would advise you to consult a OBI specialist and discuss with them about yo... |
I HAVE CRIPPLING PAIN COME ON THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDE OF MY BELLY BUTTON EXTREMLY PAINFUL I AM LAYING ON THE SETTEE AND STRUGGLING TO MOVE. I SUFFER WITH FIBROMYALGIA COULD IT BE THAT PLAYING UP OR SOMETHING MORE SINISTER???? YOUR ADVICE WOULD BE GRATEFULLY RECIEVED MANY THANKS PAUL OLORENSHAW | Hello, I have studied your case. Fibromyalgia can not be totally cured, you can only minimize symptoms by taking various medications. I will advise you that you can start milnacipran or Lyrics (pregabalin) consulting your treating doctor. Exercises and stretches plays important role in maintaining symptoms of fibromyal... |
I was taking dianil 1 and glucomet 800, twice daily and my sugar was not under control. Now i take iscept forte and jalra 50 mg. Plus I also take novomix insulin and my sugar is under total control. what is the difference between dianil and iscept forte and glucomet and jalra ? | Hi, These medicines are commonly prescribed alone or in combination to control the blood sugar in patients suffering from type-2 diabetes, and they work by different mechanisms. Daniel contains glibenclamide which acts on pancreas to release insulin. Glucose (metformin) acts on the liver and intestines to reduce blood ... |
Hello, A few weeks ago I noticed a bloating feeling in my Oblique/Pelvic area (where a muscular V would be) on my left side. A few weeks later I noticed swelling and something protruding out of that same area. Alarmed, I went for a colonoscopy and endoscopy... Nothing out of the ordinary there except a few ulcers (I m ... | Hello Thanks for writing to us, I have studied your case with diligence. As per your history there is possibility of rib contusion or Costco Chat Doctor. Rib contusion is visible on X-ray/ CT scan. I will advise consulting to orthopedic surgeon. Medication like muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain along with ... |
My 19 year old very healthy lacrosse star daughter has been diagnosed with sickle cell anemia recently. She was a very healthy figure skating star and is now a lacrosse a very successful lacrosse player. She has always been very healthy and this disease does not run in our family. She is s white 5 10 and great physical... | Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor forum. Sickle cell anemia did not have anything with the Chat Doctor, It is a genetic disorder, may be the far relatives may have it. She should have treatment with a hematologist for confirmation and treatment. Ask to take more of green leafy vegetables, pulses, sprouts, and protein rich f... |
I got a call this afternoon that my blood panel has revealed elevated liver enzymes . I was seen because the PAC s I have had all my life have changed recently, giving me more shortness of breath and what feels like a punch in the chest once every few weeks for a few seconds. My EKG was perfect and my BP is normal | Hello, black, The important part of your history is the recent use of antibiotic sand anti-inflammatory Chat Doctor. NSAIDs such as Ibuprofen, Naproxen, can cause temporary elevation of enzymes and rarely severe liver damage if taken in excess. Same thing is true for Tylenol (Acetaminophen)taken in overdose can injure... |
My near 6 year old has had a nasty cough and cold, his glands were up but have gone down now. Took him to local Dr and had it confirmed there was no infection on his chest, in his ears or throat but he is still very pale, withdrawn and lethargic, he is also withdrawn at school. What can I do? | Hi..... Cough and cold are viral 95% of the times in child Chat Doctor. For cold, you can use anti-allergics like cetirizine and for nose block, saline nasal decongestants will do. Paracetamol can be given in the dose of 15\u00a0mg/kg/dose (max ceiling dose 500\u00a0mg) every 4-6th hourly, that too only if fever is mo... |
I have been having reddishness around my penis for the past 2-3 years. My urologist has suggested applying Vaseline around it. I see the reddishness sometimes less but it has not gone completely. No other symptoms, no pain. Is this something I need not worry about. | HIT hank for asking to ChatDoctorI really appreciate your concern the redness that you are seeing might not be due to any disease or skin lesion, but this could be a natural appearance, that does not need any treatment in my opinion the Vaseline, should be stopped this is not the medicine, just leave it like that only,... |
Hello, I am a 39 yr old male, Height is about 6ft 3in, and weigh about 260 lbs. I am a smoker who has been diagnosed with emphazema. They also found a nodule on right lung. At last scan there was no change in size. I also am a drinker and have been diagnosed with a fatty liver. Unfortunately, I havent been able to q... | Hi thanks for contacting Chat Doctor... Noted you have emphysema and fatty liver.... Here your smoking habit is contributing in both these condition... As smoking can release elastane and that can damage alveoli.... Alpha 1 antitrypsin deficiency also has to be rule out as both liver and lung affected... Here first try... |
My blood sugar level was under 140 fasting till 2 weeks before. I am a diabetic for the last 6 years. I am taking diamicron mr 60mg in the morning and trajenta 5mg in the evening. But recently for the last 2 weeks the blood sugar level show 190 -200 on fasting. Why is this? | Hello and welcome to Ask A Doctor Service. I reviewed your question and here is my answer. If you were using those two medications regularly and still your fasting was not below 110, then it means you had a poor glucose control and the medications were not enough for that. You should work on your diet as well and exerc... |
An 89 year old lady was taking 20mg of diutric, one-half 5 mg of potassium a couple of months ago. She stayed in a nursing home in Kansas for 6 weeks and had to switch to a Kansas doctor. She is now home but is still taking the same diuetric but a whole potassium. She is experiencing leg cramps and the back of her legs... | HiT hanks for your queryBased on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. Leg cramps are mostly related to electrolyte imbalance mainly low potassium.2. Since she is already on potassium supplements, you can get serum potassium levels checked to see if she is getting right dose.3. Lumps and cramps in elderly may also be... |
Test Name HSV 1 IGG, AB HERPESELECT In Range Out Of Range Reference Range Lab TBR HSV 2 IGG, AB HERPESELECT 0.14 0.00-0.89 INDEX Interpretation -------------- Negative Equivocal Positive TBR Value ----- 0.90-1.10 1.10 This assay utilizes recombinant type-specific antigens to differentiate HSV-1 from HSV-2 infections. A... | Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) is the virus that causes cold sores around the mouth and also can cause sores in the genitals. Type 1 tends to live near the mouth and type 2 tends to live near the genitals, but they can live in either place. The symptoms are usually burning or pain followed by a sore which can look like a... |
Im a nineteen year old male. On friday I was diagnosed with a urinary tract infection and prescribed phenazopyradine and an antibiotic. My urethra doesnt burn so much anymore, but Ive been noticing some pressure or something in my perineum. It makes it sort of uncomfortable to walk. Ive looked online and I cant find an... | Hello share your concern heaviness or pain in lower abdomen/ perineum may occur with UTI. I would advise you to take plenty of fluids which will also help in flushing off the urogenital tract. If it doesn't improve with phenazopyridine than I would advise you to go for urine culture and sensitivity test and an ultrasou... |
hello sir .. my sister age 23 married suffering from lower back pain . i have taken the X-ray from the hospital and the Impression is shown in that is Loss of normal curvature of the spine - mostly due to para-spinal muscle spasm .... Sir plz tell me is it so serious and what treatment should be given to this disease..... | Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor According to your X-ray report it looks like the right diagnosis, as age is 23 years only. In this age loss of normal curvature is not decorative process, so don't worry. Due to heavy exercise or weight lifting para spinal muscles get hurt and spasm. Just take muscle relaxant tablets like M... |
Hii,I recently had sonography & report says liver enlarged with mild coarse un echotexture , it measures 16.4 cms in spam.Subsequent liver function showsrange of Bilirubin as 0.61 & Albumin as 3.60I would like tomention that I am 41 year old Male with regular intake of alchol.Is my condition bad enough & please suggest... | Hi welcome to the Chat Doctor Your bilirubin level and albumin levels are within limit... Hence, chance of jaundice and chronic liver disease is less here... Your further evaluation for enlarged liver should be done with following... -CBC and peripheral smear examination, If target cells seen hemoglobinopathy ruled out... |
Dear sir iam suresh from chennai . my age is 29 married iam having past 7 years masterbason . iam not satissfy my wife and my pines 2.5 inch in normal time.sombody told dont consult dr. any medision take after few month same problam came . but I WANT ANS UR SIDE SIR REFER MEDISION | Hi thanks for contacting Chat Doctor... You are doing masturbation since seven year ... Now after marriage you cannot satisfy your wife ... Here mostly it seems to be performance anxiety mainly ..... While doing sex foreplay done more .... Do sex in comfortable position and be relax.... If you are overweight lose wrigh... |
age-29, height-5ft 2\", weight-50kg, medical history-no special ailment to mention, Query-I am having severe hair fall and itching scalp since few months. I do not think it is due to dandruff. I am oiling my hair once in a weak and wash it in the next day. I am using dope daily therapy shampoo. Please advice me.. | Hi, It may be halogen effluvium with scalp purity. Consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. Stress and worries may cause purity of scalp, which may be responsible for the severe pruritic. The psychological upsets may also cause hair loss in halogen stage.so called halogen effluvium. Ant... |
My husband testosrone levels keep going to around 150. He has been getting the injections every 2 weeks over a year now very unsuccessful in getting these levels to where there to be? He is also taking suboxone, atenolol, celexa, clonzapam, adderral, and gout meds. | Greetings. I believe your husband is taking few medicines which may be decreasing his libido. BUT need not decrease testosterone .we have to find out why he is having low testosterone. There are so many causes for decreasing testosterone. So unless we find out and if treatable causes are there has to be treated first. ... |
My 6 year old daughter had a high temp last night (103.8) but it finally broke this morning. Now it is at 101 and will continue to check. She is now complaining that her back hurts and that her right hand joints hurts. Are there any concerns for pneumonia? | Hi...these are not symptoms of pneumonia. These are symptoms of a recovering viral illness. The back pain and joint pains denote the same thing. Fever of 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 feve... |
I am a healthy 18 year old female. I am very aware of my heart beating, and sometimes see my stomach pushing up with the rhythm of my heartbeat. I am taking nexium for acid reflux. is acid reflux related to this strong awareness or is it independent? | Welcome to Chat Doctor .for acid reflux please take tab pantoprazole 40 mg and levosulopride avoid bending forward or lying on bed at least 1 hour after meals take lighter meals avoid heavy meals avoid fried fatty fast foods avoid tight clothes raise head end of bed by 20 cm and yes the cardiac symptoms are related to ... |
For several months I have had this feeling in my heart like someone is poking their finger on it. It comes and goes. Sometimes wakes me in the night. I am 54, in great shape, very active. A year ago I went on Synthroid for Hypothryodism. I have no other problems | Hello and thank you for using Chat Doctor. I carefully read you question and I understand your concern. I with try to give you my opinion and advise. You should know that a typical heart pain usually has some characteristics. They are retro-Sternal pains like tightness, squeezing that last from 5 to 20 minutes. They mi... |
Hi i just had a baby during the postpartum wait i had sex during the 6th week with a condom and my husband ejaculated in the condom but it broke in me when he finished, it was a condom with spermicide which kills the sperm 2months now i feel coldness in my stomach and tightness and i wanted to know whats going on with... | Hi, Thanks for the query. I have read & understood your query. Possibility of early ovulation after delivery depends on-- - weather you are breastfeeding or not In breastfeeding mothers the ovulation is usually suppressed till there is exclusive breastfeeding of the baby. - The condom, though broken had spermicides. ... |
Hi, I have had pneumonia for a number of weeks now & am on my 3rd round of antibiotics. Although I am feeling a lot better I still get very tired & am experiencing a lot of discomfort in my chest around my right arm pit. The x-ray showed the left lung was most infected. Is this something I should be concerned about or ... | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. In my opinion you should get done repeat chest x-ray to see whether1. The lesion is improving2. The lesion is static3. The lesion is worsening. In pneumonia identification of causative organism is very important, so that we can give proper antibiotics. So if your lesion is impro... |
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