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My dentist has prescribed Alprazolam -. 5mg for anxiety to be taken at the time of a possibly difficult extraction.Previously, I was given 1 mg of Valium. I am worried that the .5mg of alprazolam will not be enough to keep me relaxed. I have no current health issues and am not taking any medications even though I am in...
Hi. Thanks for the query. Well, different Chat Doctor. . This is because different medicines have their action at different concentrations and the regular dose of one can be a toxic dose for the other
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Hi, I am Anjali, 23 years old ,I am working as a Software Engineer in a MNC company.Long Back fell down and that time i dint feel anything ,but now i am suffering from severe Back Pain.I did not consult any doctor till now.Can u give me the suggestion that what to do now...
Hi, You need to consult your doctor. Till then use hot packs thrice a day. It will help sooth your back. Also sitting in front of the computer with wrong posture for long hours can also cause pain.
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Hi,I am 53 yrs old male with no history of diabetes,heart or any other problem.For the last 5-6 weeks I keep having a burning sensation on and off during daytime.After about first 3 weeks I increased my water intake to about 2 ltrs a day and it slightly reduced but still there.Mostly at the tip of my penis.The urine cu...
HIT hank for asking to ChatDoctorI really appreciate your concern the burning sensation of penis could be due to the urine problem the urine must have become more acidic, and in my opinion this need to be added alkali to reduce the acidity of urine and for that you have to take the "Liq. Sodium Citrate 20 mg three time...
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hi im an 18 year old male and today in the morning when i woke up i was brushing my teeth and on my gums infront of one of my bottom teeth i saw exactly three white dots, whenever i talk or eat they dont hurt, they only seem to hurt when i press them, please help i try to take good care of myself and im nervous about w...
Hi, White dots appearing overnight, with no other symptoms like fever/ malaise (i m assuming since you haven't mentioned any) seem to be indicative of authors ulcers/ canker sores. Though they are usually painful, it could be just the initial stage. I would suggest you to do the following for the next 4-5 days:1) Chat ...
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I have a lump on the side of my neck right next to where my adams apple would be if I had one. I also have a small lump on the floor of my mouth. What might be the cause of this?
Would suggest you undergo a proper examination by an ENT Surgeon
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My doctors office called and said the labs on my kidneys were abnormal, the doctor changed my hypertension medication and wants labs repeated in two weeks--does this sound like my kidneys may have been damaged and, if so, is it possible to reverse the damage? Also my skin has been itching for the past week--I thought i...
Hello, Certain antihypertensive medications need to be changed in case of deteriorating renal function, but that does not mean that your kidney is completely damaged. It is more of an issue of preference. Some Chat Doctor. For example, a patient on ACE inhibitors for BP control is changed to a new
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Hi 37 yr old husband admitted for acute renal failure, presented with severe back pain complaining of pain radiating to abdomen and down to testicles. Kidney function was a 3.5 in 2 days of iv has dropped only to a 3.2. ultrasound of abdomen, kidneys, CT, and ultrasound of renal artery all negative no blockage. chest...
Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The back basin that your husband is having could be related to the renal calculus or may be related to a nerve root compression at the level of spinal cord due to a degenerative disc disease. An MRI scan can help to detect the cause. I hope this information has been both informative and...
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Hi, Im in Day 13 of a post tonsillectomy.I bled both on the 2nd and the 4th day. Had an op to stop the bleeding and the wounds were stitched up. Ive had a couple more bleedings which clotted and stopped after a while.1. If the scabs continue to come off, and a further op is needed to stop bleeding. Will my body still b...
Hi, Once stitches are taken chance of having bleeding is less.to avoid spotting of blood do not gargle, avoid hard stuff eating and do not try to expel cough or mucous forcefully. At the time of removing stitches chance of bleeding is rare due to healing of wound. Ok and take care.
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hello. my husband has passed a kidney stone several yrs ago. He had symptoms again several months ago. Tonight he again is experiencing bad pain. Its in his back & around front & down into his groin. He has vomitted several times. He is in a warm bath trying to ride out the cycle of pain. He didnt go to hospital the ti...
HIT hanks for the query. The description of the pain is consistent with colic due to stones. He should Chat Doctor. If there is no relief of symptoms he should see a physician and get an ultrasound and urine exam. Hope this helps Good luck
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for about 3 months i have had after eating solid foods a thing i can call a shock reaction starts about 15 mins of eating the solid foods a deep burning smoke feeling followed by it getting deeper and hard to breath it can last afew moments then it can last longer as the attack is easeing of a shacking feeling then bac...
It could be constriction in esophagus making it difficult to swallow and in turn by friction it tends to choke or burn. You haven't mentioned anything like reflux of acid etc. which could prove it more.However, it should be investigated if it persists. Till then, try to Chat Doctor. It will relieve you. Do not take l...
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hi, last week my mom had a pain right below her chest on both sides and had nausea/vomitting. she has experienced the same symptoms three times already usually every other week. im concerned that it could be gallstones because its in the family. what should i do? am i worrying too much about it?
Hi, Further evaluation is recommended. Your mom need to have an ultrasound of abdomen that may help to rule out presence of any gall stones. Wish her good and sound health. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Chat Doctor.
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I was wondering how long spotting can last. An when I can take a pregnancy test. I had some very light spotting once yesterday, and today I thought I was starting my period but it was very light... pink to somewhat red, but then went away. So I was thinking this was just spotting.
Any spotting in pregnancy is highly abnormal, and it needs medical attention immediately. Get checked by your gynecologist soon and also get USG done.
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I have cracks in the cornors of my mouth and it has spread to my lips and under them. Its dry flaky and itchy. My pharmacist reackons a vitamin b12 deficency and recomended cymex and taking barocco water soluble vitamins. i have been doing this a week and it is getting worse. Any sugestions?
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Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... I just found out today I have a mass on my heart. I start test a nuclear stress test on Thursday and then a heart cath on Friday, I already have a brain mass confirmed cancer on the brain... What are the chances of this being cancer?
Hello, Tumor arising from heart itself are less common. So if one is having tumor somewhere else, then in all probabilities it's a secondary tumor. So it's likely that its same brain tumor metastasize to heart. However, imaging investigations will confirm the findings. You may ct guided sampling if imaging is not helpf...
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Hi....yesterday only came to know about my first failed ivf and from yest evening, having spotting.. Think my periods are going to come.... We actually had ivf and icsi..... We are planning to go for second ivf as we have frozen embroys..... What precautions to be taken so that it should be successful ivf this time. I ...
IVF has around 25% success rate, many factors play a role in this including the quality of embryos, hormonal status of your body, the technique of IVF, etc.... So you need not take any specific care, just one thing is to remain stress-free as this is also one of the factors affecting IVF success rate. So don't worry an...
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i had a cold a few days earlier and it stopped as soon as iv got these symptoms.Iv been having lots of gas and when i go to the bathroom i see white things they are in the shape of a worm but it isnt moving and iv been having so much gas sometimes i have stomach pains do i have worms? Oh and i do have to go poop right ...
Welcome to Chat Doctor Good day White substances in the stool could be mucus or worms and their eggs. Do visit your Doctor who will do a Stool examination to confirm.
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I went into a hot tub for a long time and went to get pizza afterwards. Just walking to get the pizza made my chest hurt worse. It feels like pressure with pain under my patient side left breast. Is it because I got out to quick or could I have a heart condition. I ve been drinking Gatorade and laying down to try and r...
Hi. It can be because of acidity or can also because of heart condition. You need to get electrocardiogram, blood pressure and 2dEcho done once within short period. So that, if it is because of heart, it can be diagnosed early.
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Hi doctor. . My baby is 6month old n he will turning 7month in two days.. from birth he was eating s26 n today I changed him into NAN HYPOALLERGENIC. . Will it couse any harm in him.. between NaN n Nan hypoallergenic which got more power n make baby fat..
Thanks for consulting in Healthcare. I want to share wit you that I have never seen negative effects from NAN hypoallergenic. Yes, child Chat Doctor. Baby needs to grow. When he will more active-crawl, Wei, lk, swim, then they will grow, calcium will better absorb by born. You see it is normal when child
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Hi DrMy daughter is 14 months old and she hurt her bottom lip by falling of the bed. The side corner of the bed is wooden that actually hit her lower teeth and gave her the bruise on the bottom lip. Now the side of the bottom lip is swollen as well. I am just concerned that there wont be any septic. Please advise.than...
Thanks for your query, the swelling of the lip could be because of the impact and if I would be the doctor who is treating you I would advise taking analgesic and apply ice cubes over the swelling and take a radiograph of the teeth where she got hit to rule out any fracture of the teeth. I hope my answer will help you....
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I noticed today that I have light yellow stains on my underwear but in small dots and one in the middle where the tip resides. I do not feel any discharge coming out and after I pee my tip used to sting. I started drinking lots of water and the stinging stopped but I m still curious
Hello, It can be urinary tract infection or a sexually transmitted disease (STD). First, for primary work up, it is advisable to investigate with urine routine microscopic examination. If pus cells present, then urine and urethral discharge send for culture and accordingly antibiotic prescribed. Chat Doctor. Hope I hav...
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MY 5 YEAR OLD GRANDSON WAS DIAGNOISED WITH SWINE FLU ON SATURDAY NIGHT. HE HAD A BIRTHDAY PARTY AT SCHOOL ON THURSDAY WHERE MOSTLY SPANISH AND ASIAN CHILDREN ATTEND. WHERE OR WHAT DO YOU THINK HE COULD HAVE GOTTEN THIS FLU. MY MOTHER LIVES WITH HIM AND NOW SHE IS IN THE EMERGENCY ROOM. HE ONLY GOES TO SCHOOL AND HOME. ...
Hello, Look swine-flu is a Viral infection spread by air: Chat Doctor. Close contacts of some cough - cold having a person to others. Symptoms of swine flu: Fever, Cough-Cold, throat ache. Difficulty in breathing. Throat swab samples need to be sent for investigation. Treatment: Antiviral medication Tami flu. Hope I...
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Hi doctor,I am 31 yrs,married ,I have gone through a semen analysis last week,following is the clinical result-Volume-3ml, Viscosity-High, PH- Alkaline, Count-92million, Morphology-Normal-70%,Abnormal-30%, Active motile-20%, Sluggish-25%, Dead-55% Liquifaction time-3Hrs. How can i become a father?what kind of a treatme...
Hi Deepak, You can definitely become a father. I do not see a reason as to why you cannot become a father. Your semen analysis reports are normal. I do not think you need any kind of treatment. A normal morphology of 70% and a count of 92 million is more than enough for you to father a child. All the best.
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What are possible reasons for a swollen collarbone on one side? 3 weeks ago both collarbones were swollen, one side went down but other is still swollen. Been having really bad allergies with this constant changing weather. Can seasonal allergies be causing the slight swelling?
Hello, It could be a swollen lymph node. Consult a general surgeon and plan for an ultrasound scan. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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I know this maybe too extreme for this site but Im seeking all the advice I can get. Kayden is 2 months old the greatest baby ever (in our eyes) Sunday he was his normal self, healthy, happy,smiling. Monday morning I walked over to get him and noticed abnormal breathing inhaling but not exhaling. His body was solid gra...
Hi...extremely sorry for the babies condition. I understand your concern. As far as I could deduce all these sudden event and fluid in brain and seizures with blood counts Chat Doctor. Even now or after he comes out of this infection I would like to investigate on the terms of immunodeficiency too. Regards -
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I was riding my horse at a trot and she ran me into a fence. The end of which hit me hard the shin bone. It s swollen and hot, I can walk on it but I can t put weight on it for a long period of time. I get sharp pains every now and then. Since I hit it farther up (6 inches from top of the knee) I feel pain in my knee t...
Hi, It could be a contusion only. As a first line management you can take analgesics like Paracetamol or Diclofenac for pain relief. You can also apply ice packs for faster recovery. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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I am 27 years and I have the problem which is referred as gynacomastia or man-boobs. I am a research student. I am extremely depressed and due to which I am not able to focus on my research and it really affects my normal social life , and personal life. I need some urgent medical advice to get rid of this fully. It is...
See, 1st of all get your hormone level tested. Namely, FSH, LH, testosterone. If its normal and you desperately want treatment then, go ahead with surgery, there's something called subcutaneous mastectomy If hormones abnormal then it can be managed through medications. Hope this helps you.
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Hello doctor...I had undergone an embryo transfer four days ago.With the endometrial thickness of 11mm on the day of et and transfer with 2 embryos.what are my chances of pregnancy my age is 25....please reply me immediatly.............:-(
Hi welcome to Chat Doctor. I have gone through your question. Endometrial thickness 11 mm is good for implantation, but it should be three layered. The percentage of success with this thickness of endometrium a not be opined. Hope I answered your question. Would be happy to help you further. Take care.
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I have this lower right back pain a months now, i was told my liver was borderline last year. I m in a gym 3 weeks now an exercise for an hour and half every second day, but i still feel it next morning, but not as bad before i started the gym. Please does the borderline of the liver mean and can it be recovered by exe...
Hello. Thanks for writing to us. Borderline enlargement of the liver usually happens due to fat deposition. Taking adequate dietary precautions and regular exercise will help in reverting these changes. Please do not worry. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
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37 yr old male, overweight,very high lipids, hypertension, severe chest pain , arm and jaw pain nausea and vomiting for several days--grandfather and grand mother--one on each side have heart disease--went to er cardiac enzymes were normal sent home from the emergency room what next
Hello, Thanks for writing to Chat Doctor, I am Chat Doctor. After the heart issues were ruled out you seem to be having stomach issues, here is the plan of how you deal with stomach problem.1) Avoid coffee, caffeine, Fizzy
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I missed my last 2 birth control pills. I was suppose to take the last one yesterday (sunday) and I havent taken one since friday. Should i take both of them today and start my new pack next monday? i still didnt get my period (it usually comes on wednsday) please let me know what is the best thing to do. Or should I j...
Hello, I have gone through your query and understood your concerns. You can take the dose of today now and start the new schedule as usual. But don't take the two tablets at once it is not advisable. You will get your periods once you start the new course as you have missed the tablet your periods got delayed. Nothing ...
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I just had a spinal tab to diagnose meningitis. Within 15 minutes had horrible abdominal and uteran cramping. Shortly after followed by large clots as if my period had started but it is not due for 3 weeks and I am extremely regular. Can lumbar punctures induce menstruation.? It was not a smooth nor successful procedur...
Hello Thank you for trusting Chat Doctor Dear lumbar puncture won't cause early cycle induction, may be stress or hormonal changes can cause this problem. Treatment for meningitis depend on the cause. Is it bacterial or fungal etc. Please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. I think I answered...
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sir,this is my semen analysis report. please tell me position of my condition. can i able to make my wife as pregnant. i am 30 years old. i am an engineer. volume -2ml,viscosity - high,self liquification - not liquified,reaction - alkaline,colour - white,odour - musty,total count - 54 million /mlactive - 50%,sluggish -...
HelloVolume 2 ml (NORMAL i.e. N; 3-6-8 ml but in your case it is normal because some counts 2 ml as normal)Viscosity :It is estimated in the liquefied semen sample. Normal liquefied semen would allow pouring Chat Doctor.
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Hello, I have a spinal cord injury, with fusion and neuropathic pain syndrome. I am on oxycodone, 3 pills-12.5 mg. zolpidem each day, dilaudid AND diazepam, and just found out I am positive for pregnancy. What are the potential risks, or teratogenic associations linked to each drug? Thank you so much for your help. Hea...
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Hi, I am married for last 1.5 years. We want to have a child. Hence, we contacted our GYN. He suggested Duoluton to my wife for two months. At the same time, he advised me to have my SA done. I did it for the first time and my result of Sperm Count came out to be NIL. The Fructose level is positive and the pH was 8.0. ...
Hi welcome to Chat Doctor. See sperm count may be accurate if u done after abstinence from 2 to 3 days otherwise it gives false result so as per pathologist repeat the test and if it still will then a serious matter you have to go through test tube baby advise your Gina. Thanks Chat Doctor. shah84@yahoo.in
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Hi, have red, itchy bumps on my left calf up to knee area . They are filling with puss and they feel like bug bites of some sort. But they seem to increase in numbers. It started yesterday with about five and now I have about 20 all together. Put bandages on all to contain the fluid. First I thought I got bitten by an ...
Dear Sir/Madam have gone through your query and read your symptoms. In my opinion, you are having infection, and if it spreads it can be dangerous, do not waste your time and consult your doctor at the earliest, as early start of antibiotics will help. I hope that answers your query. If you want any more clarification,...
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Hello,My son who just turned 6 has what I believe to be petechiae on his legs. The first time he got it was 9/12. I took him to our local PA the next day as the spots appeared worse and he was diagnosed with Erythema Nodosum. When I looked this up it looked NOTHING like what was on his legs. The PA prescribed 15mg ...
This in valves three systems skin sinus and abdomen and according to my experience t is caused by milk as milk is only necessary for 2 years and after that no milk up to 2 years only breast milk is necessary when you add milk of animal the animal proteins are not compatible with human proteins and cause problems stop m...
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My husband got the following SA done and these were his results:abstinence 2 days (outside normal ref) ph 8.7, volume 4.2 concentration 14, total sperm 59, progressive motility 64, non progressive motility 4, total motility at room temp 68%, immotile 38%, normal spermatozoa 7, leucoytes 0.0, germ cells 0. Comments??
Hello, Ideally semen abstinence should be for three days. However, your mentioned sperm count, motility and morphology seems to be within range. The motility should be at least 40% active motility in normal semen sample which is 64% here. You may need not worry about semen analysis report. Hope I have answered your que...
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Hi: I have a 5.5 years old. He wakes up every morning sneezing. It lasts for 30-40 mins and then he starts getting better. Initially I used to think he would develop cold, but apparently its just the morning sneezing. He is fine during the day. Sometimes it does feel like he has cold in the middle of the night. Any med...
Sneezing is generally an expression of allergic reaction which is often associated with cold, but that is not always the case. Giving Montage LC Kid syrup (montelukast + levocetirizine) should be helpful. The feeling cold at middle of night is probably unrelated.
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i have a problem where part of the skin of my penis shaft turns white when not moist. also around the lower groin area i have same problem. when i moisten with water,it becomes hardly to notice. when this areas turns white, they are clearly elaborated on the skin. then a very thin skin pearls away from this areas. what...
Hello, If the description given by your is true, then it is simply Chat Doctor. Apply some oil to it and it is done. Therefore, I suggest consulting a skin specialist for physical examination, diagnosis and treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care
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I have a knot in my lower region of my belly button. No, I have no lifted anything heavy recently. But today I did happen to use a ratchet for a long period of time and pull it as hard as I could to tighter bolts on a truck. I m a 13 year old male. Please help me
Hello, If this is recent then at least you should try to avoid carrying lifting and pushing or pulling, wear a supporting belt and see a. general surgeon, the worst scenario could be a hernia, especially if you have weak abdominal muscles. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take c...
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Last year my mother had issue of csf rhinorrhea. So ENT doctor suggested for endoscopic surgery after which everything was fine for 6 months. After 6 months she had intermittent complain of CSF coming via nose. We checked with ENT team but as per there endoscopic report they didn t find any open hole. Last week she had...
Hi, I have read your case details. Before giving my opinion, I would like to know that Ct cisternogram has been done or not. If it is not done I would advise you to do it. I. tab diam ox can reduce CSF gonorrhea but can not heal it.2. No, she is having CSF gonorrhea due do bony defect at the base of skull not due to CS...
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my father is suffering from tumour in chest . found the size is 107*74mm by CT Scan . He is felling pain in left arm and less apetatite. Pl advice.
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I was bitten by a dog on June 2 on my upper arms. I went to the ER because some were very deep bleeding. They cleansed tbe areas , put steri strips on the bad ones. And bandaged me up. They also gave me tetanus shot.Within the past 48 hours, one area on the back side of my arm at my elbow has a lump about the size of a...
This is just hematoma (collection of blood)formation due to soft tissue injury, due to dog bite. Nothing to worry. It will resolve spontaneously.
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I have tingling and /or numbness on the right side of my body...with elevation of blood pressure...on blood pressure medication...went to doc and they prescribed another medication in addition to my other...the numbness and/tingling is still there...just wondering if this is something other than high blood pressure...I...
Hello! Welcome to Chat Doctor ! Sometimes high blood pressure can affect the nerves in a condition called hypertensive neuropathy. This feeling always decreases after being normal blood pressure, he also must get a CT brain scan to exclude cerebra vascular stroke. Hope that clarifies your concern. Thank you for the que...
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hello doctor i was using stieprox shampoo (ciclopirox olamine 1.5 % ) but the new batch is very bad and now does not suits me i have mild psoriasis sometimes foliculitis on scalp etc and dry hair too which other shampoo should i use i live in india is there any ohter shampooo except 8x in inida who is having ciclopirox...
Hi, Psoriasis of scalp is a chronic skin disease no requires long term regular treatment. Kindly consult the dermatologist for the perfect treatment. Tar based shampoo like Qatar shampoo or dance plus shampoo may be used. Apply steroid with salicylic acid lotion on the scalp at night. There many Chat Doctor. I hope thi...
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I fell hard on my hands a month ago to catch my fall.I scrapped up most of my hand,but that has healed.However,I do notice that the bottom of my palm is sore inside where it connects to my wrist.It feels like there is something raised that hurts upon any sort of pressure,my other wrist feels fine.May I also add that th...
Hello, I read carefully your query and understand your concern. Your symptoms seem to be related to the injury. I suggest using painkillers such as Ibuprofen three times a day. I also suggest using cold compresses for local application. Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me aga...
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hello doc,my age is 33 years and having bmi around 30,i m diagnosed with fatty liver also cholestrol boaderline high level,i take alcohol occasionaly,for last one month i have started taking live 52 tab,please tell me will this be helpful in fatty liver n how long i can take this? thank you
Your obese and alcoholic with fatty liver. Taking liv52 is herbal medicine for improving liver functions and is supportive. Unless you improve your lifestyle by doing exercise to reduce weight and cholesterol and stop alcohol your liver condition will not improve. Liv52 and lipid lowering Chat Doctor.
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Mu son is going to be 9 yrs by this month end.from yesterday morning he is having vomiting and fever and tonsil. Doctors have given ondem, sporilac plus , zanocin 100mg. Yesterday I gave him 2 dose of ondem tablet but again today morning he vomited again. What should I do. Now?
Hello, I will suggest you to continue these medications in prescribed doses. It's normal to get vomiting off and on after starting treatment. As this problem is secondary to some infection, the infection takes at least 48 to 72 hours to start getting adequately cleared. You need to keep his well HY Chat Doctor.
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Hi I am 46 yrs.old and I have problema with my chest X-Ray it shows like this IMPRESSION: PTB of undetermined activity, right from my Apico result. I am very surprising with this result cause every time I renew to work every 6mos. I always take an X-ray result for almost 15 yrs.all is clear but only now I got this resu...
Hello, * Pulmonary tuberculosis of undetermined activity can be shown up in an individual without symptoms, particularly when the person is exposed to the pathogen, and it has remained dormant due to the precise immune system of the body to keep it inactive. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist ...
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hi Sir, My mummy having the problem in Carcinoma Pancreas and undergone triple bypass(HJ+GJ+JJ) at . After this operation, she is getting severe pain in the same area daily 3 times. Doctors suggested to take the Liv.52 and ultracet whenever there is pain. What should be the cause of this pain? Reply soon.
Hi Bharat, Carcinoma of pancreas can itself cause pain. In addition, she has undergone triple by-pas, suggesting she had obstruction also. All these conditions including post surgical complications can cause pain. As suggested by her doctor, giving painkillers (mild or strong depending on the severity) to take care of ...
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hi.. my vdrl test is postve reactive 4. but i never sex with any girl so how can posible it my vdrs is p+.before 4 months ago bed bug bit me on front of my penise.so that infection became and not gone parmanently.. and nfection is still now.i have become both side lymhnode i have treatment and i have taken much antibo...
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3 year old suffering from cronic constipation. has been hospitalised and have had four wash outs. Now on movicol upped the dosage to 3 sashets for 3 days as felt she was bunged up again. It worked but now have alot of diarrhea. Is this normal and what do I do now regarding the dosage.
Hi, Thanks and welcome to Chat Doctor. Movicol is given for constipation. One of the side effects of SYVICOL is diarrhea. You have rightly guessed it. Hope this answer serves your purpose. Please feel free to ask further queries if any. Chat Doctor. V. Subrahmanyam.
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when iam coming to my home . suddenly i got confused and forgotten my house address with in a few seconds i regain my consiousness. iam taking eptoin 200mg and epilive 500mg one after another i am suspecting it was aura epilepsy sir i want your suggestions email YYYY@YYYY
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My friend drank 4 to 5 drops of harpic toilet cleaner and vomited a lot. She is experiencing pain in her throat and is refusing to visit a doctor.she has not taken a drop of water after drinking harpic toilet cleaner.what should we do now? What medicine should she take?
She should take Carol 1 tab for every 10 kg 5 days, if she is 20 kg-therefore 2 tabs. ORS 1 liter. For throat- Alcatel 10-15 ml 3 times for 1 hour before meal 10 days
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Hi, about a week ago, i quit masturbating. I used to not be able to go without masturbating for more than 2 or 3 days and i would masturbate about 3 to 4 times in a day. After quitting, i ve found that i have much better concentration and more motivation to talk to women i meet on the streets or other public venues. Th...
Thanks for asking in Chat Doctor forum Masturbation is not a disease, and it does not have any with Chat Doctor. But 3-4 times a day can harm you as you had taken it as a habit. So, your appetite and masturbation is not related. Start doing regular exercise and balanced diet with sprouted pulses daily for regaining y...
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Aloha from Hawaii:I just heard back from my doctor who ordered an MRI the other night. His diagnosis is L5, S1 disc protrusion. I am wondering if there is a medicine of choice for this pain until I can get more physical therapy, etc. I tried vicodin, tramadol and now he put me on Lyrica. Someone also spoke of Cymba...
Hi, You are diagnosed to have L5 S1 disc prolapse, and you have severe neuralgic pain because of it. Lyrica dose to be increased for relief from neuralgia. Cymbalta contains duloxetine which is a selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor which when used reduces neuralgic pain, dose range from 20 mg to m...
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hi, my mom is 61 and is experiencing swollen legs, ankles, and feet to the point that for 4 days water ran like a faucet out of a hair pore on her lower shin then suddenly stopped all the while she has a hard lower abdomen muscle and a wrenched lumbar. she s also been not experiencing normal quantity or frequency of de...
Hello, As she has edema of the lower limbs I would like to know if it is pitting or nonpitting edema. As she has water oozing out of the skin it might be general edema for now. The urine output has reduced and a diuretic Chat Doctor. Since diuretic
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Which diabetic drugs should not be prescribed for a person already on these prescription drugs and/or supplements: Tikosyn, Lasix, Metoprolol Tartrate, Amlodipine, Lisinopril, Lipitor, Coumadin, Omeprazole, Enteric coated ASA, Liquid fish oils, Magnesium Citrate, B12 Folate, multivitamins, Vitamin D3, Calcium, and stoo...
Hi, Thanks for your question. Noted your concern.Currently, you are on multiple Chat Doctor. While deciding antidiabetic medicines for such person who is on this kind of medicines following additional factors need to be considered-- Age and gender of patient.- Height, Weight, BMI.- Kidney function status.- Liver Functi...
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? Please help!!!!!!!!There is a oval like hole not to deep on the left side of my lip. Its red around the edges and white in the middle. What its it and how can i get rid if it? Ive been treating by putting salt or toothpaste on it and gargling with warm water and salt. Please help
This is called authors ulcer, if you mean that it is inside your mouth. This usually occur due to unaccustomed stress. You need to take multi vitamins especially vitamin B supplement. You can apply a local anesthetic Kelly (made for local application on oral mucosa only) on the area, to prevent it from paining and fast...
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About 4 weeks ago I had a bladder infection and was treated with antibiotics. Last week I had a basic blood panel run and my WBC was low (2.9), they had me come back today (1 week later), and my WBC is 4.3, still low, but up from last week. Is this normal rate of recovery from a bladder infection, or should I be worr...
Hi, thank you for asking Chat Doctor. You do not need to worry so much. A WBC value of 4300 cells is within the normal range. Generally the range may vary between laboratories, but this value is normal. I hope that answers your query. If you have more questions or any follow-up query do not hesitate to write to us. I w...
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Hello, I would like to know whether it is possible for my girlfriend to get pregnant in this situation: we had unprotected sex on the last day(5) of her menstruation, then after 48 we had another one and six hours after that she took an Escapelle pill. She has got 24-day cycle.How high is the risk of getting pregnant...
Hithanks for using ChatDoctor.it is unlikely that she may get pregnancy, it is a low risk situation. Thanks
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Hi. My name is Wendy. I m in my early 20s and for months now I ve been suffering with presyncope - lightheaded, feeling heavy , unsteady; I ve been nauseous (feeling like there is a lump in my throat but there isn t... I know because I ve had an endoscopy done and a barium swallow - both negative) and I dry heave very ...
Hello, I would like to know the names of the Chat Doctor. I would recommend discussing with your doctor on the possibility of taking gabapentin or valproate for the migraine prevention. Another option would be an antidepressant-like sertraline for a tension-type headache. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know...
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Hi, I am TTC. Last I had periods on 1st March,2014. Doctor suggests to take GoodOva Tablet and also CB-Lin, Emrite-500, Thyronil Tablets. I taken Goodova tablet from 6th day of my periods(06th March, 2014). Doctor suggests to have a intercourse between 10th March,14 day to 20th March,14 as I might have ovulation only o...
Hi there, Welcome to Chat Doctor, If your period lasted from 1 to 14 March you have had a prolonged bleeding and might not have ovulated in this cycle. Yes, it is possible that some women do not respond to Good ova (Camphene), these could be due to Camphene resistance or improper use. If you have been diagnosed with PC...
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Dear SirI am female age 26 married and have one male child. 3 months back i got severe chest pain,dizziness,fatigue.When we meet Doctor said that you have MVR mild and recomended to take Betaloc 25 mg .Though after taking medicine also i am suffering from chest pain,dizziness,fatigue.Pl.help me
Hi, Actually mild mitral valve regurgitation can't cause such symptoms. About 50% of healthy adults have mild mitral valve regurgitation, and it is not a pathology. I would advise you to check if you have1. Costochon Chat Doctor. Spine problems3. Carotid artery problem4.vasovagal problems5.anxietyWishing you good healt...
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i have been wearing inexpensive earrings since long time but suddenly i have a kind of allergy with it and for it s cure i regularly use a cream called nesporine but i have got no satisfactory result and i really don t want to stop wearing earring especially those inexpensive one. so how can i cure my allergy in the pi...
IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO SOMETHING YOU SHOULD AVOID IT BUT IF YOU DON'T WANT TO AVOID CONTINUE APPLYING ANTI-ALLERGIC APPLICATION LIKE NEWSPRINT H AND CAN TAKE FEXOFENADINE 120 MG OD FOR 3 DAYS IF IT WORSENS
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Hi this Rose I have 15 month baby and my deliver happen through c-section, now my weight is gain and want to reduce my weight so can i loose the weight through rope skipping instead of excise. whether it is good for my health or it will effect on my C section. Kindly advice me.
Hi, I think you can lose weight through skipping. It will not affect your c section. Try some diet control and yoga also. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any other query I will be happy to help. Regards Chat Doctor.
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i am 20 yr old. i recently had a viral infection and eventually got severe pain in both the arms specially the shoulders, wrists and fingers, pain in ankles, knees and calf muscles of both the legs. At times, i also have numbness in my right hand and have cough as well. I also feel fatigue and have severe headache all ...
This is myalgic and reactive arthritis. This usually occurs due to the toxins left over in the body by the viral. That acts against the body tissues. To get relieved of it faster eat citrus fruits, take vitamin C supplements and Chat Doctor.
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Hi doctor, My son is 8 and a half month old. It has three days now that he is passing stools 4 times a day. It is definitely loosemotion. I m also worried as his weight is also relatively less 7.2 kgs. It could be as he gets loosemotions frequently. Please help me and also guide me on what i can give to my son to boost...
Hi, you have made two statements, one is that your son is passing loose motions since 4 days, and again you said frequently your baby is having loose motions... So not clear as for the symptom and its duration. Definitely you need to visit your pediatrician as to check what is wrong. Immunity has to come naturally, slo...
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I have a pain and what feels like a bulging vein running vertical under my right rib cage. I completed breast cancer treatment to right breast 10 months ago. Lumpectomy chemo and radiation. I had an allergic reaction to tamoxifen and my doc took me off it 4 days ago to see if rash improved. I have had a flu bug and bad...
Hello have read your query. There is possibility of infection. I will advise you clinical examination and further investigation like CBC, ESR, CRP, .consult your treating doctor. I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.
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Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...my 6mnth old baby girl has white spots around inside of her lips and cheeks, is this thrush? and if so what can i get at the chemist to treat it as cant get a doc app for another week?
If these spots are not since birth then this may b a thrush.u may use clotrimazole mouth paint four times a day after feeding for 5 - 7 days.
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Hello Doctor,Im 12weeks pregnant and the morning sickness havent stopped. Also I have a low lying placenta. Sometimes, during some movements, I get sharp pain on the left side of my lower abdomen. What could this be?
Hello, I think this pain comes from uterus suppressing pelvic nerves or vessels that send blood to never. Find a comfortable position and try to avoid pain. I think it is nothing to worry. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Hi Sir/madam My Q Is I Have Suffring From Kidney Problem After 1 Year My Serum Certinie Is now 9.0 And Doctor Suggest TO me AV Fistula AV Fistula Is Very Major Surgery What The next Do For Me Any Another Options Pleas Tell Me Can I Go For AV Fistula Or Not
HiT hanks for your query AV Fistula is a surgery done to prepare a patient for hemodialysis. If you are on hemodialysis or if your doctor is planning to start dialysis then it is advisable to get this surgery done. Usually it is a minor surgery done under local anesthesia. Hope this helps Good luck
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For about a month now I had a sudden onset of severe itching on inner thighs, left side of abdomen , right hip area, and upper right side on chest . The only thing that began to clear it up was steroids. The minute I got off them it came back with even worse than before. I am waking up in the middle of the night from i...
They are fungal infection sit occur in humid area keep clean you start antifungal for can 150 MGM once week tab Allegra apply candid ointment bin day clean when wet with sweat apply calamine and sometimes mesoderm powder
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Hello doctor!!! I am taking treatment for concieving baby. I have a very primary stage of PCOS . My hormone tests are also normal. Only progesterone is slightly low. i m taking clomid from d2 to d6 , and duphoston from d18 to d26. I want to ask that if I become pregnant then how many and how long should i take duphosto...
HELLO RAJAH, Well if you become pregnant please continue phaeton for at least 12 weeks. Duphaston is a Dy Chat Doctor. Well good luck, bye
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In the hallway today, I fell and hit my knee on the ground. After about 1 second my knee started pounding with Pain. Then later today after the football game I was cheering at, my knee was swollen. My knee does not look Bruised. I can still walk on it but it hurts when I do.
Hello, It could be due to contusion or sprain. As of now, you can use analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like diclofenac/serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief. You can apply ice packs for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopaedician and plan for an MRI scan. Hope I have answered...
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I have elevated liver enzymes - alt, ast, alk. phos. and ggt. they were revealed after an application for life insurance, which was declined. The have gone down a bit, but are still above normal. That said, we have done ultrasound, ct with contract, and now my blood is at Mayo for possible PBC. However, I also had ...
HIT hank for asking to ChatDoctorNo it is not correlated with each others, the dental condition(The root canal) and the elevated liver enzyme it may be co-incidence, still I would advise you to discus it with Doctor for possible cause, there must be some viral infection, in either liver or jaw area, take care have nice...
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I am having stomach (or bowel) pain from the beltline to the top of the pubic area. I am female - 56 years old. I have also felt some strange twisting or squeezing just below the belly button for about 10 minutes. It has settled into a dull soreness now. I have a history of divertichilitis, but don t know what an episo...
Hello dear, I feel you have mild diverticulitis due to which you have these symptoms. Please take a course of antibiotics and antispasmodics after consulting your physician. Belching and gas can be treated with antacids. Have a good day.bye.
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Hii i was playing around w. A friend and i punched him but i punched his shoulder. I guess the way i hit him, i happen to hurt my hand.. On My right hand the left side of the palm ls swollen and it hurts to bend my pinky finger. My pinky is ok its just my left side of the palm is swollen. Im icing it but what happened
Hi. Icing it should help reduce any muscular injury, but we cannot be sure about any skeletal injury that could have possibly taken place from the impact of the injury. So I would recommend a X-ray of the region first and only then other conservative approaches. Best wishes.
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Hi, I am a 20 year old male and the last time I have sex was at least a month ago and I am also circumcised, the tip of my penis started itching a few days ago and now it seems the inside is itching and it s secreting a cloudy white discharge not in abundance and it s getting more irritating to urinate. Sound like anyt...
Hello, Thank You for the query at Chat Doctor Your symptoms are suggestive of Infection and require antibiotic treatment. Sexually transmitted infection should be looked for. Investigations including microscopy and culture of discharge is required to confirm the diagnosis. Follow up with your doctor for proper manageme...
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Hi,Im 29 years old.Im 411 and I gained weight for 8 lbs,now Im 120 lbs:-(Anyway,my question is since the time I had my first period(age 11)I noticed some hair growth,especially around my armpit,so I started plucking my hair.I used to get boiled sometimes in my armpit,but gets better in the following days.Later I decide...
Hello! Thank you for the query. Armpit is where lymph nodes are located. It Chat Doctor. So it is always a risk that some changes in the breast can give a lump under the armpit (enlarged lymph node). That is why I suggest you to do not ignore it. Please consult gynecologist and have breast and armpit ultrasound done. ...
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I fractured # 8,9,10,11,12 in a single motor cycle accident on May 3rd, Spent 1 night in hospital. Upon dismissal no one told me what my activity level should be. I fear I did to much last week and set myself back some. The clinic nurses lecture me when I ask for more pain meds. Have been using 5 Oxycodon 5mg in 24 hou...
Hi Linda need to take rest for at least 3 weeks if u gone through so much of fracture pains give it some time. .do only low level activities thanks
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My 14 year old came to us extremely upset stating for many years he has been hearing voices in his head and it s gotten worse since he broke his collar bone. The voices are telling him to hurt himself and others, and if he told anyone they would hurt him. Just last night he said they told him to bash his head into the ...
Hi, Thanks for writingYour child needs psychiatric help. Please make it fast. Also be careful to prevent any untoward harm to the child if he tries to act according to the voices commands. Hope that helps, Chat Doctor.
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I have frequent kidney infections and have been told I have stones but they are not moving but have very bad pain in my lower back what and my urine tests come back clean but then they grow it and it always has e coli in it do you thank its possible its kidney stones also?
HelloThanks for query. You have repeated episodes of pain in lower back. This is mostly due to presence of stones either in kidney or ureter. This can be confirmed only on Ultrasound Scanning of the abdomen and pelvis . Routine urine test and urine culture is mandatory to rule out infection . Consult qualified Urologis...
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Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...My 5 yr old son is not well with a few days, constant coughing, he s burning up, hot to touch and red watery swollen eyes, but his temp is normal 37.4 and 37.2.....does he require a doctors visit???
His understand your concerns but don't worry. I would recommend you to visit a pediatrician for clinical evaluation as the illness can be due to several reasons which needs proper clinical evaluation. Take care
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Hlo sir,I think have a gynecomastia since a long time. But I noticed it some days ago. And then I searched on internet about it. So I wanna it treat it with surgery. So please give me full information about it as the cost,how much time it takes it prevent,And after surgery any causes of it.beacuse I am too worried abou...
Hi, Self diagnosis can be dangerous at times. Hence, consult a plastic surgeon and get a direct examination along with hormones if indicated. Duration of the surgery depends on size of gynecomastia. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Within the past year I have dropped 20-25 pounds. within the past couple of weeks my ankles and the top of my feet have been swelling up tha are extremely tight with a slight rash on the inside of my calf down to my ankle.Constantly tired and really don t have an appetite even though I eat. Shortness of breath, just wa...
Hello, Consult a physician and get evaluated. Detailed evaluation is required to find out what exactly causing the symptoms. We have to rule out conditions like hypoproteinemia and renal dysfunction as it can cause similar symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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My husband is 47. Three days ago his knee became sore and it feels warm as if it has fever. Today it is slightly red and looks to be going down his leg to his ankle. He has not had surgery, or an accident or injury that would cause this. He is able to walk and move, just the above mentioned symptoms. Any suggestions?
Hello, It could be arthritis probably septic arthritis. Consult an orthopedic and get evaluated. Antibiotics have to be started at the earliest. An MRI scan also required for further assessment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Chat Doctor.
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Hello, my boyfriend who is 23 years old. He has been complaining how his low back (both sides) hurts every morning. He said it feels so tight and pressure for 30 minutes then it will heal after 30 minutes. He keep think that its kidney stones and i dont believe that. Anyway he has this feeling for 7 years. Maybe he nee...
HI, welcome to Chat Doctor. His symptoms suggest low back pain become its early morn &30 min-typical of modern era professionals who sit long hours working.It's not kidney stone. Hard bed is one thing, another daily exercises will tone up the muscles. Healthy nutritious balanced diet with enough of fruits, veg also pla...
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I have a bulge to the side of my right knee cap. My knee snapped while in an aerobics class. Never had problems with this knee before. I have no swelling other than the bulge to the outside and this is only when the knee is bent. I can not put full weight on my knee right now. Very cautious when walking. I am ici...
Hello, This is possible hematoma formation most likely following snapping at aerobics class. Over and above ice pack and elevation, in our clinic we recommend anti-inflammatory Chat Doctor. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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My son is 5 years old. he swallowed about 0.5 cc of DOLOGEL-CT gel. On it , is mentioned that it should be kept away from children. After that he had 100 cc of vomitus. please let me know , will he suffer from any problem?I am very much worried. please provide me the action if required.
Hello dear, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. Colonel contains choline salicylate. It is for external use, you should give to son Activated Charcoal -1 tablet/10 kg/day for absorption gel and toxins during 2-3days. Then everything will be ok. Kind regards Chat Doctor.
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For about 2 weeks now my right side jaw has been in horrible searing pain off and on...gets worse when I sit or lyeon my back...my sinuses are clear.I have also had pain in my right arm for months that goes away when I have a hot bath or exercise it....it really aches in the morning. Thanks
Thanks for your query, the type of pain what you are getting is typical feature of pulpits(tooth infection) consult your oral physician and take radiograph of the tooth and confirm the diagnosis and can be treated...I hope my answer will help you.take care.
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My nine month old baby has had a runny nose for a week or so (she has four teetChatDoctoring in so I assumed teething) then she developed a cough and she is waking up with her eyes closed shut with green puss... My pediatrician is away for the next 4 days... suggestions?
Its eye infection; first clean it with clean swab and apply gentian eye ointment 3 times a day. Keep a separate towel for the child and not to be used by others to prevent spread of infection.
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I cut the tip of my thumb off 8 days ago. I got seven stitches and just got them taken out today. For the past 5-6 days, my thumb has been shaking/twitching. It is controllable to an extent but I often find start to shake and sometimes have to physically hold it to make it stop. What is wrong with it?
Hello, It is not common but sometimes happens with some patients. Don't worry. It usually settles down in due course of time. Continue physiotherapy. I am sure it will settle down. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Chat Doctor.
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I have a 3 month old baby ... A few days back he went to stay with his grandparents . I had an idea that due to a change in place he might be cranky for a few days and not sleep properly .. And also he wad suffering from cough and cold since a week and medicines like relent drops and crocin drops were on . Yest we stop...
Hi, Thanks and welcome to Chat Doctor. Paracetamol Chat Doctor. If you are giving any medicine containing antihistamine preparation he may feel
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Hi there, last month I had an episode whereby I had chest pain, dizziness, cold sweat, and shoulder and back pain. I felt like I was having a heart attack. A couple of weeks later I had crushing chest pains followed with acute onset of vomitting shortness of breath and cold sweats. I saw a doctor who since diagnosed t...
Crushing chest pain, dizziness , shoulder and back pain are suggestive of an attack of acute myocardial infarction.I would suggest you to undergo following investigations very soon -ECGEchocardiographystress test blood pressure LDL level after following test are done, your cardiologist will treat you accordingly. Than...
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My daughter has red bumps that appear in different places on her face each day. The bump from the previous day starts to go away. These are slightly itchy. Is it an allergic reaction? She did get play makeup for Christmas but she hasnt used it in 4 days after the first red bump appeared
The signs are all allergic allergic can be due to anything in make unit takes 3 wk to go away allergy when it is triggered by any allergen eliminating allergen taking anti-allergic medicine and anti-allergic cream may help you in this case
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My 19 year old daughter has a half inch in diameter lump that is under the skin on the right side of her neck. It does not cause her pain and it can be manipulated a few centimeters from side to side. She just noticed it today. She is freaking out and says I need to take her to an ER. Please advise.
Respected user, HiT hanks for using Chat Doctor.come have evaluated your query thoroughly.* There is possibility of lymph node or sebaceous cyst swelling most likely.* Nothing to panic, can take consultation with your doctor by appointment no need of ER visit. Hope this clears your query. Welcome for further guidance. ...
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hi i m 24 yr old girl n i m havin hair fall n dandruff problem..actually i m havin dandruff problem frm 2-3 months. i used so many antidandruff shampoo also bt no solution n now i m getting hair fall from last 2 weaks. one of dermatologist suggest me follihair tablets n scalp shapoo bt i m worrying abt side effects bec...
Hello. Thank you for writing to usSeborrheic dermatitis Or dan ChatDoctor. Controlling dan
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Dear sir, I have scalp psoriasis last 5 years.It is started in head now also in my leg as well ear, hand stomac all.And also some time icthing. wherever icthing that place became red color. I tried coal tar shampoo as well salycylic acid but that time was going after that again coming. What to do I don t know. Please a...
Hello Mr Chakkaravarthy You need to consult a dermatologist so that you can be put on proper treatment like topical steroids, calcitriol, or systemic methotrexate/ retinoids depending on the clinical condition May be you require NB UVB treatment as well. There are various modalities of treatment which can only be decid...
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Right under my rib cage i have an achy hurt that makes me want to throw up. When i push on it, i feel kinda bubbles. My heartbeat is super fast, my muscles (especially my thighs) hurt really bad. This all started a couple hours ago and I dont know what it could be. I am a 24 year old female that is 5 6 and 135 lbs.
Hi, It may be Costco Chat Doctor. Fast heart rate may be the result if it. I would like to advise you to Ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day after meal for 5 days, meanwhile avoid caffeine. If fast heart rate continues, take Valerian twice daily unless you