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What causes sleeplessness and fatigue despite taking Lexapro? | i havent been able to sleep the first few hours of night for last two weeks. then sleep couplke hours at a time. i had kidney removed in 2016. so have to use bathroom every couple of hours at nite. also, weakness and break out in sweats off and on during day. been wondering if it is due to lexapro not working anymore. ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Firstly, kindly check your blood pressure and diabetes levels.If it is normal then switch on to other medicines after consulting your doctor as Lexapro has to be changed as continuous usage of the same tablet also causes body t... |
What causes thick blood discharge from belly button? | hi... my husband had thick blood oozing out from his belly button 5 days ago... he was attended by a doctor who mentioned that mu husband has a granuloma in his belly button.. she soaked sponge with povidone iodine n bandaged the belly button.. the doctor asked my husband to keep it for 3 days (unopened) n then come ba... | Hello,This could be due to bacterial infection of belly button.It could be even a infected umblical cyst.Associated diabetes can increase the chncs of such tupe of infection.This area is also prone for fungal infection,being humid nd moist.You need to get pus culture done along with a CT abdomen.Consult a surgeon as ea... |
What causes dizziness, joint pain and nausea with a history of chiari malformation? | Hi, my wife (39yo) has been Dr.ing for years without figuring out what is wrong with her. I feel like we re close to figuring something out, but I think she needs an impartial opinion. For years, she has been weak and shaky, nauseated often and has had pain in joints and ribs which has been treated successfully sometim... | Hi, I am Dr.Bruno and Let me answer your query.The Symptoms you have described could be due to 1. ACM 2. Anemia 3. Neuropathy due to Diabetesall of which are easily treatable and curable I need few clarifications from you 1. When was the last time, Blood Sugar was checked 2. Whether an MRI of CV Junction or Cervical Sp... |
How to treat accidental scarping of gum causing bleeding? | Hi, i used a needle to pick my teeth and later realised i didnt know where it came from, also it scraped my gum and when i looked at the needle, it had a tiny bit of my blood on it, if the needle had HIV, would i be able to contract the virus this way? Seen as i didnt inject deeply and the needle looked clean, ( the ne... | I think we should ask first family to whom belongs the needle and if it is used by them . Diabetes is a disease that is not transmitted through the blood . a way in which the disease is transmitted use of the same needle , and therefore nowadays are disposable needles . should be careful when using needles and have to ... |
What causes legs pain in kids? | my sons legs hurt alot. going on now 3yrs. mostly at night below the knee on both legs. hurts some during the day. when walking down a hill or up a hill or running. we have been to an orthopedic, podiatrist, neurologist. nothing was found. only things that hasn t been done is blood work. Other than growing pains, could... | Hi,From your description, this seems to be a growing pain only. This is a very common condition, and they will overgrow this with advancing age.In sever and disturbing cases, I used to order a blood routine examination + ESR, serum calcium and vitamin D levels. This will rule out any hematological causes; hypocalcemia ... |
Diagnosed Hepatomegaly with fatty changes. What could be the reason? Any food habits to avoid? | Hi Sir, i am Non Alcoholic, And Non Smoking Age 38 Years Weight 89Kg Height 5. 10 iam Suffering With some stomach problem for last one month. Today I Had Been Diagnosed As HEPATOMEGALY WITH FATTLY CHANGES GRADE- 1 . Kindly advice the reason of this illness and also advice Long term Effectc Whether i have any thing to a... | Hello, zee, I am glad to know that you don't drink. That is the number one cause for liver damage in the western hemisphere. You mention that you have been diagnosed to have enlarged liver and fatty changes, probably based on ultrasound examination. You are probably about ten pounds overweight considering your height. ... |
What causes knots on the fingers,hair loss and swollen lymph nodes? | My fiance is a 27 y/o male. He has knots that will come up sporatically on his fingers. He has also lost patches of his hair that has been diagnosed and alopecia. He has what looks to be a swollen lymph node behind his ear. He has been to many doctors who have ran blood work and he has also visited a dermatologist. He ... | Hello, Allopesia with lymphadenopathy may be possible with fungal infection of scalp may present like hair loss with lymphadenopathy.Also check for autoimmune disorders may present like this. Photosensitivity or auto immune thyroiditis or diabetes milletus etc..Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it... |
Diagnosed with lumber fibromalygia. Have tingling on my right thigh. Affecting from spine. Suggestions? | Hello I have been diagnosed with ddd oa of the lumber fibromalygia.There is family history of ms.My thumbs keep bending back and popping out of place.I have severe tingling on my right thigh.Sleeping as got that bad I have to change position all the time.I have reffered pain I think from my spine which affects my hips ... | Referred or radiating pain from the spine can certainly affect the buttocks and thighs. Tingling of the thigh is a symptom of spinal stenosis at a higher level particularly L1-L3. It may also be seen after long standing diabetes and is called meralgia paresthetica. If the pain and tingling is getting worse it is advisa... |
Have type 2 diabetes. Pelvic pain, lower back pain, gastric problems. Am I suffering from prostate infections or hernia? | hi dr. im 42 yr old frm india. pure vegetarian. i got diagonised as type 2 diabetic in a border sice 4yrs and was under food control and brisk walking. diet etc. since tis jan i had advised glycomet tab & now recently taking glimisaveM1 tab.. 1 tab only in morng aftr brkfst. now my augar level.. fbs is 98. ppbs is 174.... | Hi Shekar, Thanks for posting your query. It seems like you have chronic gastritis. I hope you are on the right medications for this. This can be the cause of your back pain. For your lower back pain and pain in the pelvis, it is advisable to get an ultrasound scan of the whole abdomen. A hernia can be detected by t... |
What is the treatment for cracks in penis after spilled hot water? | Hi doctor....I am john.....I accidentally spilled hot water over my penis 5 days back,it pains badly while intercourse...am a known case of diabetes....there is mild odema at the tip of my penis plus oozing...there are cracks on it...skin peeling too....kindly help..... | Higreetings. Visibly there may not be any infection.But in uncircumcised Penis when the skin cannot be retracted completly beyond the rim there can be collection of spegma causing infection and soreness. So make sure that your skin can be retracted completely in normal Penis and clean the area.Now try retracting the f... |
What causes hand pain at night? | Hello...I am having trouble sleeping because of pain that I get in my rt hand..I do have on every night a wrist stabilizer that fits over wrist and palm. During the day 3fingers and thumb feel a bit asleep. YYYY@YYYY ...............I am 72 in good health..without heart issues. | Hi, The possibilities are a neuropathic pain due to the weakness of nerves due to underlying conditions like diabetes and peripheral vascular disease due to a poor blood supply. As of now, you can take analgesics like Tramadol or Diclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist consult a physician and plan for a Dopp... |
What causes excessive weight loss and lumps in the legs? | I have noticed that my husband has lost 90 lbs over the past 1 in a half. But I have noticed also that he likes to eat sweet a lot more than ever actually he never liked sweets before. I have recently noticed lumps under his skin on his legs and a biceps. He is always very fatigued and complaints his legs hurt. He has... | Hello,The possible reason is underlying hormone imbalance with immunity compromise as diabetes or else. Needs a thorough clinical evaluation with an expert physician.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel |
What causes headache, feeling pressure in neck and chest? | here are the symptoms i don't know what to make sense of: sudden severe headache (history of migraines), sharp pain and feeling of pressure in neck and chest (this part only lasts a few mintues), numbness down one arm and into hand, and dizziness. any thoughts? | Thanks for your question dear first from hoew much time do you have this are you have Hypertention or diabetes etc if not then ok if yes then go to consult with cardiologist for your chest pain and for headache and numbess if still continue and causes weakness of arms and legs or any where have ct brain plain ok |
What causes jittery feeling followed by high pressure and pulse rate? | I woke up feeling jittery. And upon taking my pulse and blood pressure, It read 130/105 and pulse is114,then I took it again and it read112/82 p-130 and I feel weak and shaky. T?here is Diabetes on both sides of the family but since my last physical a year ago I was fine. | Hi your meter seems unreliable. It is giving very different readings on two occasions. The symptoms seem to be due to blood pressure, or blood sugar.Check both in a reliable place--regards |
What does this CT of brain indicate? | My Mother is 72 and just had a CT (requested by us due to her forgetting things). The "Impression" Scattered areas of low attenuation in bihemispheric white matter consistent with chronic microvascular ischemia and/or infraction. The letter also stated; the scan showed small vessel disease which can cause dementia. Can... | I read your query carefully and I understand your concern.Small vessel disease (or chronic microvascular ischemia, same thing), means narrowing of small blood vessels leading to low blood supply to the more distant areas they supply. It is a common finding with age so having it doesn't necessarily mean it's causing dem... |
Suggest cough with lot of phlegm and congestion | I have a cough now for 3 months, before this I was perfectly fine..no illness what so ever..I'm 51 years old and overweight..but no diabetes..my cough accompanies.. lots of phlegm & congestion, I'm short of breath and having difficult time breathing..what ever it is has taken over my ears..cuz now their plugged and I c... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. I also feel that you are having acute exacerbation of asthma. Normal chest x ray rules out pneumonia or lung cancer or other lung diseases. Chronic cough, congestion, phlegm, wheezing, shortness of breath etc in asthmatic patient is suggestive... |
Blood urea and creatinine are increased. Sugar, BP are normal. Precautions to take? | hello doctor. i want to ask about my father. today we got his test in which we found that his blood urea nd creatinine are increased but other tests were normal like sugar, blood pressure etc. so i want to know that now what precautions he should have. our doctor has said just control sugar and blood pressure and take ... | Your doctor has told absolutely correct. Diabetes snd hypertension are really a potent threat to an already diseased kidneys, as indicated by raised serum U/Cr.avoid sedentary lifestyle and diebetic diet should be strictly followed. |
Had hysterectomy, kidney stone surgery, blood clot on ovary, warm sensations on foot. Cause? | Hi, My name is Jean. I had a hysterectomy on 9/24 then a kidney stone surgery on 10/10 with a stent put in and I also am being treated for a blood clot on my ovary with Coumadin. I keep getting these warm sensations through my right foot, like someone dumped some warm water on it. Any idea what it could be? I am 44 yea... | Hello, Such sensation are more common with peripheral neuropathies.In this condition, there can be symptoms like numbness, tinging,burning or heaviness etc. Generally patinets with diabetes or with issues related to liver, thyroid or kidneys etc can get this.If your symptoms are there for long and any of additional sy... |
Will Essential Forte N help in controlling GGT ? | Hi, I just got my blood test result and GGT showed 154 U/L, but AST and ALT are normal. Doctor suggested taking Essential Forte N for 2 months. Will this help? | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. GGT blood levels may be elevated due to liver disease, hepatitis, gallstones, diabetes, pancreatic disease, kidney failure, alcohol misuse, certain prescription drugs, certain herbs and supplements or taking very high amounts of supplements. The mild rise in GGT that you are having do... |
Suggest treatment for mental confusion,hallucinations and delusions | My mother who is 87 and has diabetes had her leg removed in April due to gangrene. She has been in rehab and doing very well and was given a prosthetic leg and is walking with a walker, the problem is that out of the blue she will become confused, hallucinate,and dillousinal. It seems to last for different amounts of t... | Hello,Please get her electrolytes (Na, K, Cl, Mg) measured, blood sugar, renal function tests. This on and off presentation of psychpsis/confusion is more in favour of organicity rather than psyhiatric illness. So, we must first rule out any orgainicty and if tests come to be normal, she needs psychiatric help.In psych... |
How long does it take to heal fractured ribs? | how long does it take for 4 fractured ribs to heal?happened 3 months ago- discomfort is more at night when turning in bed-- I fell in bathroom and my whole right side hit the top of the tub, also I have lupus,RA, mixed connective tissue disease,am I correct that it takes longer for me to heal? | Hi, This treatment is being suggested on bases of the information provided. However, I would like to examine & investigate the patient in detail. Control hypertension, diabetes or any other metabolic disorder, if there is any. Any way it may be tried -- Dolokind Plus (Mankind) [Aceclofenac + Paracetamol] 1 tablet OD... |
Had chf, diabetic, kidney disease and itching in legs, arms and back. Has fluid retention and constantly on diurectics | she has chf, type 2 diabetes, stage 3 kidney disease & has developed intense itching of legs, arms & back is the kidney disease likely cause? fluid retention constant & on diuretics. mostly in wheelchair with only transfer because of bone-on-bone in knees & collapsed arch in one foot. | HiThanks for your query.Chronic kidney disease may be the cause of itching. We need to check her latest blood urea and phosphorus levels. An elevation of these often causes itching. Please see a nephrologist with the above lab results for further management.Hope this helpsGood luck |
What does a failed stress test report while suffering from chest pain indicate? | Hi, My mother in law was admitted to the hospital with chest pain, pain in both legs, and she failed her stress test. She has had a few cardiac stents placed in the past. She also has diabetes. I was wondering what a failed stress test could mean accompanied by the other symptoms | Hi, Failed stress test means there is high possibility of coronary artery disease (CAD). Her symptoms are also suggestive of Heart disease. So in my opinion, she should definitely consult cardiologist and get done coronary angiography. She might be having restenosis of stents or new blockage. Hope I have answered yo... |
Suggest treatment for severe shooting pain in teeth | 47yr old male, 5 11 , 235lb. Controlled diabetes, multiple sclerosis, SVT, low to normal BP. Issue: momentary acute shooting pain in the three rightmost teeth, both top and bottom that happens a couple of minutes at a time, every hour or so. What should I do? | Hello,Your symptoms are appearing to be due to nerve related problem that can be due to trigeminal neuralgia as trigeminal nerve is nerve of face and short bouts of severe pain are commonly seen due to trigeminal neuralgia only. It is less likely to be due to tooth related problem. So my suggestion is to consult an ora... |
Permanat treatment for asthma | hello sir Please let me know if there is any permanat treatment for asthama I am suffering from it from my childhood plzzz help me | Thanks for the query Just like hypertension and diabetes thre is no permanent cure for diabetes. It has to be treated just like any other chronic diseases. Go to a good pulmonologist, avoid dust and allergens. If u follow medications regularly u will barely even notice your asthma Have a healthy living |
Has Anxiety, depression, OCD, diabetes, swelling in feet. On paxidep. Is it safe? | Hello Dr,My sister has Anxiety & Depression. She was diagnosed with OCD as well. She has been prescribed Paxidep 25 mg. I want to know if this drug is safe for long term use? My sisters blood sugar has risen to Fasting 123 mg/dl & Post Prandial to 180 mg/dl. Should she discontinue her medication or shift to others that... | Hello Your sister is having anxiety, depression and OCD. OCD is a type of anxiety disorder and it causes severe anxiety to patient. In more than 50% of cases of OCD depression is found to be co morbid. Paxidep is paroxetine and it belongs to SSRI group of drugs. This is a good antidepressant and anti anxiety drug. In... |
Suggest remedy for BP getting high while walking or working | i went to er with high bp 170/106 and some chest discomfort they gave me stress test ,eko gram, ekg, i have diabetes,transplant of kindey in 2001 my labs all came back good they said i have strep throat and gave a shot of penicen will my blood perssure go down everytime i walk or work my bp goes high | all your tests are normal and your bp is high as 170/106 ..it is high and in my opinion you need medicine for that ..please visit your doctor ..as a general rule decrease salt fried foods .. |
Suffer from a rare symptom, get extenuated with vertigo while talking. Done blood and stress tests. Remedy? | Hi, I m a teacher and i suffer from a rare symptom. As i start talking, i get extenuated after a short while with vertigo at times. Also, I cannot stand for long in the same position, thus have to move. I ve done all sorts of test: blood test , stress test, etc. All the results are normal. No diabetes or hypo/hyper ten... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern looking to your complain this could be said that it is the psychological condition and that is easy to control and for that you have to control your thoughts then every thing will be fine no need to worry about that hope this information helps you have a good da... |
What causes a red circular patch in middle of tongue? | .hi my name is yani, i recently found a red circular patch on my tongue in the middle towards the back, it dosent hurt, and its more red than my real tongue, what could this be, im worried | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The red circular patch in the middle of the tongue can be because of the median rhomboid glossitis, usually occurs secondary to fungal infection like candidiasis, or stress or nutritional deficiency or secondary to immunodeficiency like diabetes.Consult a oral physi... |
Good libido but cannot have sex 2nd time even after an hour. History of diabetes type 2. Prescribe methods and food habits for more active sex life | I am 48 years old man and having diabetic type 2 last 10 years. I have good libido always but i could not have sex at 2nd time after even 1 hour. Iam getting good errection but i could not release my semen through intercourse. what are the best foods to get good volume and which are the best way to cum in the 2nd ti... | Hi,First of all I must congratulate you for having a good libido after 10 yrs of Type 2 DM. You are fortunate for the following facts:1) To get an erection, men need healthy blood vessels, nerves, male hormones, and a desire to be sexually stimulated. Diabetes can damage the blood vessels and nerves that control erecti... |
Suggest ways to reduce the viscosity of blood | I am at the age of 60+ and suffering from Diabetes and recently I consulted my doctors and after a close examination he came to conclusion that my bloods are more viscous and hence requiring more effort on my heart to pump blood. please advise medicines to lower the viscosity of my blood and recommend Diet & Physical E... | Hello and welcome to HCM,High viscosity of blood is controlled by anti-coagulants.Anti-coagulants reduce the viscosity of blood and prevent the formation of clots in blood.Clotting of blood is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases.You need to consult your cardiologist for clinical assessment and thus manageme... |
Suggest treatment for polymyalgia rheumatica | My mother is 80 y/o and has been diagnosed with polymylasia. She is currently taking 50mg of predisone. She called me and said she took her blood pressure and it read 178/80. She lives alone, should she go to the ER or wait and retake her bp. Her blood pressure is usually normal levels. | Hi , Polymyalgia is treated with anti-inflammatory drugs called corticosteroids they do improve the symptoms of polymyalgia rheumatica, but these drugs require careful monitoring for serious side effects.Long-term use of corticosteroids can result in a number of serious side effects. Your doctor will monitor you closel... |
Does kidney damage cause thirst? | i have had anorexia/bulimia for just over 2 years , throwing up 4-6 times a day, i lose my colour in eyes doctors dont no why that is yet, i have damgerd my kidneys so they wont hold potassium any more so im on 16 tablets a day, how long does your body take to geting to work probly again, i was told that i mite become ... | Probably you are suffering from a condition called polyuria where excessive urination leads to fluid loss and thus you feels more thirsty. You may be suffering from a condition called diabetes ibsipidus which is different from sugar. Consult good endocrinologist for further management. In the long run it won't hurt yo... |
Suggest treatment for dry cough when suffering from epilepsy | I am 49 year old female,4 ft 7 98 lbs.For the past week or 2,, I have had a dry cough no fever,no sore throat and sometimes my chest feels heavy. Sometimes I am able to cough up phlegm but not often.I also have been getting headaches when I cough and I have been sleeping more than usual .I have borderline diabetes and ... | Thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. In my opinion we need to rule out lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI - pneumonia) in your case. Because your symptoms like constant cough, chest heaviness and phlegm etc are seen in pneumonia. Epilepsy and diabetes are risk factor for lu... |
What could sudden high fever, fatigue, nose bleed and chest pain while having high BP and diabetes suggest? | Hi my husband and I went to a game on Saturday. He woke up Sunday with a high fever, fatigue, nose bleed and chest pains. His fever just broke this morning and I am concerned because he has high blood pressure and diabetes what could it possible be?extremely worried wife | Hello!Thank you for asking on HCM!I understand your concern, and would explain that these symptoms may be related to an infection, such as a pneumonia. Diabetes can lead to a higher risk for infections, comparing with non diabetic persons. What are his blood pressure values? Does he take any medication for high blood p... |
What causes paper cuts in the foreskin of the penis after erection? | hello I'm a 34 yr old man who was told recently I'm a borderline diabetic, I have since began a new diet and workout regime. I however during sex and oral sex in the past few weeks and months rather keep getting small paper cut like cuts on my foreskin after sex, sometimes during the night if I've had a strong erection... | HelloThanks for query .Having painful cuts over foreskin and stinging is mostly due to what is called as Muco Cutaneous Genital Candidiasis and is a first presenting symptom of Diabetes .You need to get your sugar levels done to confirm the status of your diabetes and take the medicines to keep it under control .Take a... |
Unconscious, TIA, high potassium, gums and feet bleeding. Kidney failure? | My patient is not conscious, suffered a TIA and is having very high levels of potassium . He has previously suffered stroke and is a known diabetic Type 2 as well as hypertensive. At the moment, the gums and feet are bleeding? Doctors think that this may be kidney failure. I would want to be helped to understand the gr... | Hi, Thanks for posting your query. Your treating doctor is right...your patient is already suffering from diabetes and hyperkalemia (increased potassium) is very common in renal failure. Your patient is unconscious and has gum & feet bleeding, there may be high chances of intracranial bleed making patient unconscious. ... |
How can enlarged liver and cystitis be treated? | Dear doctor im 39 years 178cm tall 124 kg wieght. i have mild enlarged liver showing bright fatty parenchyma &mild cystitis should be excluded&colonic gases distension&rbcs show mild microcytosis-hypochromia&random blood glucose 178&cholestol 287-triglocerides 171-ldl choles 198&pus 8 -ca oxalate++&amorphous elementes ... | Hi,Thanks for your question.After going through your question, I can understand your concern.Considering your Height & weight your BMI is more than 39 which denote Level 2 obesity.Also you fulfill the criteria of Metabolic syndrome. That increases possibility of insulin resistance in you.Insulin resistance increases th... |
Have enlarged lymph nodes on heart, lump on lung, type 1 diabetes, OCD. Help | My son has enlarged lymph nodes on his heart and a 2centimeter lump on his lung. He will have a pet scan soon and then surgery to biopsy. He never smoked. He has been type 1 diabetic since 12. He has severe o c d and has fought so hard to control it. Now this! He is so good, it just isn't fair. I can' tell you h... | I'm really sorry for the things currently happening to your family. A lung mass doesn't always mean cancer of the lung. There are some infections, other cancers, and some other conditions. Of course you're mostly concerned about the lymph nodes. I can never guarantee but there are hopes that it might be a parasitical/f... |
What causes pins and needles in fingertips after a panic attack? | BP was 169/121 after what I believed to be a panic attack. (Been under a ton of stress) Rested for 20 minutes and took it again and it was 157/115. Now 45 minutes later I have "pins and needles" feeling in left fingertips and in hand when I try and make a fist. I was going to call my dr in the morning but wondering if... | Hello, Thanks for your query.The pins and needles in fingertips that you are having are likely to be related to a nerve root compression at the level of lumbar spine. Other causes include injury to spinal cord, Lack of blood supply as a result of plaque formation in the blood vessels, diabetes, stroke, multiple sclero... |
Is TMT test being positive with having diabetes and history of having by pass surgery concerning? | Hi,my father is of age 56. He is diabetic from last 9 years. An year before he had heart attack and have undergone heart by pass surgery. Now his TMT test is positive. His cholesterol is under control. Is there anything to worry? What should we do next? | Hello and thank you for using HCM. I understand your concerns.I can make a lot of assumptions based on the brief history you provided. However, I will try to explain some common scenarios. Maybe an artery that was not significant by diameter was left without by-pass, judged by the cardiac surgeon. This same artery coul... |
Suggest treatment for pleural effusion and shortness of breath | My father just had a heart attack. He has water in his lungs and it is also very hard for him to breathe. He also has diabetes. The drs just did stress test for 2 days and told him his heart is to weak for bypass. What is the next steps and are there any other options? | Thanks for your question on HCM. By your history and description, in my opinion your father is having congestive heart failure. In this condition heart fails to pump out fluids properly. So back pressure causes fluid accumulation in the dependent parts of body like legs, abdomen, lungs etc. So his breathlessness and fl... |
What causes tingling sensation in penis? | My son who is 27 y/o has been experiencing a tingling sensation in his penis for over a week now. He denies any pain, burning or discharge. He has had only one sex partner for the last three years. He also stated thated it feels as though something is trapped inside his "pee hole". Please help. Thanks. He is 6 ft... | Hi, He needs a direct checkup. There can be some infection. Also, get his blood tested for diabetes. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr B. Radhakrishnan. Nair, OBGYN |
What causes high ammonia level in blood while suffering from liver failure? | Hi my name is Kim. My brother is in stage 4 liver failure. He also has diabetes and suffers from neuoraphathy. He was taking Gabapentin but stopped and started taking oxy cotin. He ran out of medication and my sisterin law believes he may have taken over 1/2 bottle of 400 mg in a day and is now in the hospital with hig... | Hi welcome to healthcare magic....Let me know you be has end stage liver disease and high ammonia level....So here it is in encephalopathy stage...Alcohol drinking leading this condition.He should stop drinking....Lectulose or neomycin like drug needed here for elevated ammonia...Give him low fat diet...Hospitalisation... |
High BP. On Linsoprol and metoprolol. No help from diet changes. No other symptoms. Suggest | Hello...My blood pressure is 144/104...I currently am on 10mg Linsoprol and 25mg Metoprolol...I have an Omron BP machine and seems I am always hovering around 140/100. Should I ask my DR to increase my meds? Ive tried Diet and it seems to not effect my BP at all. I still get headaches and have seen my BP rise to as hig... | Hi, I have gone through your query and understand your concerns. The treatment goal is blood pressure below 140/90 and lower for people with other conditions, such as diabetes and kidney disease. These actions of blood pressure medications and lifestyle changes are not effective in keeping your pressure controlled, it... |
Could Livogen Z cause a stomach upset persistently? | my mom is suffering from stomach upset from 20 days she has been taking medicine prescribed by doctor {fynal-oz} but still not get cured....she taking livogen z and nodan 2.g and glynase for her diabetes.....what is the probable cause of her stomach prb..i read on internet that livogen z has got some side effects like ... | Hello,Welcome to HCM.Thanks for posting your query.I understand your concerns.Livogen-Z contains Ferrous Fumarate + Folic Acid.Iron content in the tablet is known to cause gastritis in some susceptible individuals.But it is quite well tolerated by many.Your mother may be suffering from an episode of gastroenteritis wh... |
What do you suggest for heart disease with multiple stents? | I have heart disease, with multiple stents. I m also a type 2 Diabetes but my sugar is controlled. I was doing ok till two weeks ago, I start feeling numbness in my hands toes and head and headache after exercise. Could this be related to my heart condition? | Basically you should recollect your symptoms of heart trouble prior to angioplasty and stenting.Numbness in hands and headache may be angina eqivalent.so you must get your stress teting done .if stress test is normal you should look for possibility of diabetic neuropathy. |
Suggest treatment for swollen and painful foot in a diabetic patient | My boyfriend is a diabetic and his foot has been red, swollen & very painful the last year. The doctors here said it was cellulitis and he was on Bactrim for 8 months. It didn't clear it up. Then they put him on several different creams and nothing. His sugars have been under control. It is not getting bigger and the ... | HiIf any wound is not healing for a long time it suggests that the patient needs to monitor the blood sugar much more stringentlyPlease clean the swollen part with the saline solution and apply moist heat gently which will give some reliefif there is any wound please clean with the solution and apply povidone ointment(... |
Suggest remedy to relieve stomach pain in children with increased appetite | hi my name is lisa i have a 13 year old girl and she gets stomach pains she has been to the doctor 3 times and thay say give her tums and gatorade and then they gave her cheratussin and antibiotics meds mad her worse so i stoped giving her the cheratussin she eats allot and when she is done she says she is still hungry... | Dear Lisa,I understand your concern regarding your daughter's health. Your daughter needs a complete evaluation and some blood work to find out the exact problem. I would suggest that you talk to your pediatrician if your daughter is suffering from an eating disorder or diabetes which can cause these symptoms. |
What caused the baby s demise in the 7th month? | Hello doctors have to ask about my baby death cause and why it happen?sir as all thing is doing right till 6month checkup as doctors in the 4th month do sonography detect a baby boy and very healthy boy but during the 7th ,month routine checkup when we go for doctor they didn t not get heartbeat of my son,they say baby... | there are numerous causes of fetal demise in the 3rd trimester , in 25-60 % there is no identifiable cause but there is a study shows about 65 % of deaths are due to placental causes here is a list of the common causes :1- placental : like cord accidents, feto maternal hemorrhage, premature separation of membranes 2- m... |
Suffering from kidney problem, have readings. Can any online doctor help? | sir , my husband is suffering in kideny problem his haemoglobion- 6.3 sodium- 130 potassium- 4.7 urea/ creatinine- 4.7 creatinine- 5.70 i want to know that in that stage dialysis and renal transplant surgery is nessesary plz tell me wat is the right way for my husband | Hi The alarming finding in the blood report are Hb which is too low and creatinine which is moderately high. Correct utea report has not been mentioned it is also not clear if he has HIGH BP and diabetes the two common conditions for chronic renal failureHe needs blood transfusion to built up Hb otherwise further dam... |
Will taking lycored and fertyl m increase sperm motility and count? | my husband is 31 year old with a problem of less motality of sperms and low counts as well. > 60% were found dead. Doctor has prescribed lycored and Fertyl M for 3 months and after that he says we should go for IVF if no success is achieved. pls advise | Hi,Dear,Thanks for your query to HCM.Dear I read your query and reviewed it with context to your query facts.I understood your health concerns and feel Concerned about them.Based on the facts of your query, you seem to suffer from-Asthenospermia with Azoospermia.I would suggest to treat the cause of this defect- which ... |
What is Ecospirin av for? | Hello My mother in law has history of diabetes from last two years . Suddenly yesterday she developed numbness on one side of body for 1 hour After CT scan she seemed to have blood clot in head Doctor prescribed Ecospirin av 75 What is the use of that medicine and side effects Is there any cure for blood clotting | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.I have noted your mother-in-law's symptoms and findings. Based on that, she seems to have suffered a brain stroke (lack of blood flow to brain).Ecosprin AV consists of aspirin and atorvastatin. Aspirin is a blood thinner and atorvastatin controls cholesterol levels. Both these medici... |
How can i lower my GGT level? | Hello, what can I do to lower my GGT level, it s 216. I drink very seldom and always one or two sm glasses. My AST is 85 and ALT is 84... other liver enzymes are normal Alkaline Phosphatese, Albumin and Bilirubin all normal. Everything else is normal too. Not on medications either. I just what some nutritional advise t... | hello thank you for posting your query i HCM.higher values of GGT,AST,ALT are suggestive of liver cell pathology , seen in conditions like fatty liver, hepatitis, cirrhosis, drug induced toxicity.these levels can be brought down by a healthy and balanced diet and regular physical activity. avoid alcohol and quit from s... |
Are popping puss filled gums with irritation and bleeding serious? | hi, recently i have been getting puss filled gums that have continually "popped" either by something hitting my gums, or pressure (I'm not quite sure). But i believe i also have a tooth rowing behind the tooth that is under that gum that has been irritated and bleeding. I was wondering what i should do, and if this i... | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.As far as the popping puss filled gums with irritation and bleeding is concerned, I have two possibilities.It can be because of the multiple periodontal abscess secondary to immunocompromised state like diabetes and deposiits.The other possible cause can be gum infe... |
What causes forehead and neck pain with sweating? | Dear Dr.Gopi, i have been feeling little uneasyness in the last year or so and especially after bath, i sweet very badly. When i wake up in the morning, i don't feel fresh and i feel like having little pain on my forehead and also around my neck areas. My work schedule has been very hectic in the last year and mostof t... | Hello, I need to know if you have any previous illnesses like diabetes or hypertension or are you taking any certain medications for any other illness as well? These symptoms could be due to number of reasons like stress, lack of sleep or any other medical condition for which you need to be tested. Hope I have answ... |
Difficulty in conception, PCOS, had taken Ovral G. What is the cause? | hi, i am a 22 yr old female married for 4 yrs now. my husband and i r having problems conceiving? i took medications for PCOS ovral G now i dnt take any medications for it | Hi,Thanks for query, Go for regular check up of your problem with gynaec and go for through investigations for PCOd,thyroid,obesity,diabetes and checking of your husbands semen. Then patiently go for regular treatment as advised by gynaec and follow up regularly. You will definitely be successful. Ok and bye. |
When should I undergo Intrauterine insemination ? | I m 31 yrs. It has been 3 yrs since married, not yet conceived. Now I have taken lupride depot injection for endometriosis in the month of June. I ve been suggested for IUI so When should I undergo IUI? Pls do clear my doubt. | hi welcome to HCM read your prob, first you have to rule out cause of infertility. there r many causes like PCOD, hypothyroidism. hormonal imbalance,diabetes. if you have rule out your cause n inspite of all treatment yet you not conceived then go for IVf as soon as possible. DR aseem 9982583020 aseemadhuri@gmail.co... |
What are symptoms of mini strokes? | I fear that my 88 year old mother is having mini strokes. What should I look for? She has deteriorated in her walking. She walks with a can but can hardly do that now. She is sleeping a lot more and the other morning she did not know where she was or who my brother who lives with her was. | Hello!I read your question and understand your concern.Mini strokes are caused mainly by small vessel disease in hypertension and diabetes.The symptoms of mini strokes may be episodes of pure motor sign like difficulty using a limb , episodes of pure sensory signs like numbness, or dizziness and gait imbalance. They ma... |
What does this A1C level of 8.2 indicate? | This is kind of a long question but need to tell the path. Last June had a cancerous tumor taken from my pancreas along with 1/2 or so of my pancreas, margins were clear so no cancer at that time, will be checked again in June. However, In November 2017 my blood test for A1C came out at 8.2 and blood sugar at 138,He ca... | Hello,In your case, I will recommend insulin therapy, second option is Sulphonylureas as Glimepride et cetera.Get your sugar level assessed by FBS (Fasting Blood Sugar), RBS (Random Blood Sugar), and HbA1c (Hemoglobin A1c).Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Varinder Jos... |
How long the abrasion on the knee take to heal? | i have an abrasion i.e, 3cm in dia on the knee i have got neosporin dressing every alt day and like that i have got the wound dresses for 2 times .After the first time dressing a yellowish layer has formed so the nurse has cleaned it with water but still the layer didnt vanish .then they dresses my wound with saline. I... | Dr. Hanif warmly welcomes you with thanks for a consult! I have carefully worked through your case, and can well realize your health worries. Being your physician, I want to assure, I will take care all of your medical concerns according to the latest medical guidelines.Only dressing may not be sufficient in some cas... |
Why does bruises getting bigger redder while suffering from diabetes? | I m type 1 diabetic. I fell on the ice a month ago on my knee. My bruiseis spreading and getting redder. It seems to be getting worse? Should I be concerned? It s also now sore above my knee where it didn t hurt before and there s no bruise up there | HiThanks for posting your query on HCM.I appreciate your concern for the bruises.Apparently it could be due to diabetes itself.Healing of the wounds in patients with diabetes mellitus will be slow and delayed some times it may not heal due to uncontrolled blood sugar.It may also be due to infection of the soft tissues.... |
What is the cure for fused cervical spine and pain in mid back? | My total cervical spine is fused, rods and screws. Been having pain in mid back. MRI shows Multilevel disc desiccation and osteophytes reflecting multilevel degenerative disease. There is desiccation of virtually all thoracic discs with multilevel anterolateral marginal osteophytes reflecting degenerative disc diseas... | Hi,Thank you for posting your query.I have noted your complaints and the MRI spine findings.There is no need to go to the neurosurgeon now, as your thoracic spine abnormalities are minor and do not require surgery. Management would consist of using medications such as pregabalin or gabapentin capsules, and physiotherap... |
Suggest treatment for shortness of breath during pregnancy | Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I am 25 weeks pregnant. (my background is:I am on limited activity and no sex due to an emergency cerclage put in at 19 weeks b/c I was 1cm. I am not working now and I do no heavy lifting or exercise to be careful). My problem is that lately... | Hello, and I hope I can help you today.Feeling short of breath is not unusual while you're pregnant because the hormones of pregnancy actually have a way of telling your brain to breathe faster. This is to ensure that your baby gets enough oxygen, because as your belly gets bigger your lungs are not able to expand as w... |
Is it safe to take Echorate chrono 600mg for Epilepsy? | Sir, I am 46 years old, having Epilepsy since 2006. I am taking Enchorate Chrono 600 mg twice a day for 8 years. I also have Diabetes for 4 years and taking Melmet SR 500 mg + 1 mg Glimperide in the morning and Melmet SR in the evening and Astat 5 mg also in the evening. A few days ago, I consulted my doctor and he | Hello! Valproic acid (enchorate chrono) is a wellknown anticonvulsant. It is indicated for complex partial seizures. It is also used as a mood stabilizer in bipolar disorder and in preventive treatment of migraine. Valproic acid has many side effects like gastrointestinal discomfort and complaints (nausea more frequent... |
How can COPD be treated? | I have COPD, but right now my symptoms are fairly mild. I m not even being treated for it. I recently read a few testimonials of people who have taken probiotics and seemingly have no more symptoms. One lady was stage three and really bad off. She took probiotics and within a year was well. Her doctor couldn t believe ... | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You can improve your lung function with deep breathing exercises and avoidance of smoke exposure. I have not come across any study that shows probiotics in the management of COPD. It does improve your gut flora. Hope I have... |
What are the chances for a man with sperm count 2.7million to impregnate his wife? | My sperm count is 2.7million as i just got my result rom my Doctor today. Can i still father a child?What are my chances and what can i do so that it can increase to the normal range.Please help.Thanks. Michael.Also inorder for it to increase,should i not have sex all the time so as ot to ejaculate often. | Hello MichaelI relay appreciate your concern Your sperm counts are less than normal if you can upload me complete report of semen analysis I will be able tell you more accuratelyChances to become a father also depend on motility and healthy sperms in the semenIf you abstain from doing sex, volume may increase a little ... |
What causes weight loss in a person suffering with lung cancer and diabetes? | my aunt is 76 years old and has had lung cancer diabetes uncontrolled and is overweight but in the last thirty days she is eating ever thing in sight ice cream candies cookies a lot of fats and processed meats and she lost twenty pounds and is still continuing to lose weight | hello,Welcome to HCM. I am Dr. Nirav.I have gone through your queries for your aunt.Diabetes patient loose weight as they have not enough insulin to store carbohydrate as a fat, so they will utilize the available fat and weight loos starts.Though your aunt is taking ice cream, cookies and fat, but due to diabetes she ... |
Is pain in the hip joints a symptom of bursitis? | I have pain in my hip joints if I hold a position for longer than a few moments. Even when I was a child, I had the same pain in my right hip from time to time, but it was short lived. Now it s in both hips and very intense. Is this a symptom of bursitis? | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Dear possible causes are like arthritis or bursitis or trochanteric bursitis or rheumatoid arthritis etc. Pain also seen in hypothyroidism, diabetes, dyslipidemia, sickle cell disease etc. Until examination is done it is di... |
Could dizziness and sweating be due to heart problems? | at times the inside of my body gets hot and i feel some pressure at my sternum with this happens and at times feel dizzy and the outside of my body gets fire hot. but when i start to sweat i feel as if i have been rolling in insulation. could this be from my heart problems. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Are you elderly, are there any risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes. If any of these is present then we can suspect heart disease. If not then the possibility of gastritis and acidity problem i... |
Is there any poison that affects mobility of a person? | Hello, My brother is 66 and for the past year or so, he has been falling. He uses a walker now and was told that he has damage to the nerves in his brain that control his movement. This came on extremely fast and a few of us think that his wife may be slowly poisoning him. It takes him about 10 minutes to shuffle 10 fe... | Hi,Thanks for writing in.It might not be any poison causing his symptoms. There are many conditions that affect the brain and the symptoms start suddenly. It will help to talk to his doctor and get a brain scan done for him. There might be conditions like Parkinsons and dementia which can cause gait changes and abnorma... |
Is injecting air with insulin during pregnancy dangerous? | Hello I m 16 wks pregnant and have gystational diabetes which means I have to inject myself before dinner. I got new needles today not familiar with I injected. Air into the insulin then I believe I took out even amount but it seemed very light but I went ahead and injected it into my stomach. Is there any danger if I ... | Hi.It would be best to avoid it, but as it is not an intravenous administration it should not result in serious repurcussions. But please train better and try to avoid it in the future.Best wishes. |
What causes frequent urinary infection and swelling in the gall bladder? | hi , few months ago i was suffering from the urinary infection , my doctor told me that there is swelling on gallbladder . she gave me urispas , aciloc . i took these medicine for 1 week . that time i got recovered from my problem . but after 1 month i suffered from same problem then i visited doctor again that time sh... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.You have urinary tract infection. You should go for urine routine and microscopic examination, culture and sensitivity test and ultrasound kidney, ureter and bladder. Then you should take antibiotic treatment according to sensitivity test. Drugs ... |
What causes dizziness and chest pain with paleness in lips? | I have been feeling dizzy, having chest pain, my lips are really pale and i been to a million doctors? the chest pain and tightness i heard is from stess, so ive been told from drs in hospitals and my primary dr. but recently i been feeling sick like headache symptom and dizziness and my lips are real white. i drink lo... | Hi, I'll need to know your age, any risk factor (like Diabetes, hypertension or smoking), what is your haemoglobin. The symptoms you are telling could be because of cardiac disease which is generally exacerbated by low haemoglobin. So is your haemoglobin low? If yes you can start taking an iron tablet. To rule ou... |
Stiff neck, headache, pain in vertebra, nausea, dizziness. Raised WBC count. Have type 2 diabetes | My husband had stiff neck , pain on top of head, pain on the top vertebra area, nausea if he moves (throws up), dizziness . Is fine in the day - symptoms worse at night. It started some weeks ago with waking up with severe headache . Both doctors suggested sinus-related problems (he does suffer from infected sinus at t... | SINUSES ALLERGYWHEN THERE IS INFECTION TLC INCREASE AND CAUSING HEADACHE AND OTHER THINGSMETROGYLCLEAR FAST SINUSESTAKE METROGYL 200 MG ND FOR 3 WKADD ANTI ALLERGIC ALEGRA 120 MG BD FLUNARAZINE 5 MG NIGHTAPPLY NEOMYCIN Y OINYMENT IN NOSE BDSEA WATER 2 DROPS AT NIGHT EACH NOSE ADD GLUSIL TDSDICLO AS PAINKILLER SOSNO USE... |
High BP , lipidemia. Severe pain in veins of legs due to taking Glipizide and metformin. Blood sugar under control after taking Humulin N. Can Lantus alone be taken? | My mom is taking Glipizide and Metformin. She is having really painful side effects which make her veins in her legs hurt so much she has trouble walking. They were not controlling her blood sugar levels either; she got to 500. I started giving her Humulin N, 15 ml day and night. This morning she finally got to 147... | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. Weight 185 lbs, height 5' , age 71 years , diabetic , lipidemia , All are sufficient to develops pain in calf muscles( leg cramps). Since , how many days , she is having diabetes, mention it . Blood pressure is high ? lower or upper ( systolic or diastolic). In my opinion o... |
Reason for high BP after blood transfusion? | bHi,I got blood transfusion on the 8-11-20--8-12-20,4paints. and yesterday when I went to work my blood presure went up to 190/84 and I have never had blood presure problem before and now I am wondering whats wrong with me.the DR.just gave me med. to lower it down. | Welcome at HCM I have gone through your query and being your physcian i completely understand your health concerns. what is ur age and sex? why u have done blood transfusion? Any other associated problem? like diabetes or hypertension? Rise in BP do occur after blood transfusion due to rise in intra... |
How safe is taking Parkin 2mg for Psychosis? | hi sir my father is suffering from psychosis the doctor has given them parkin 2 mg tab and serenace 5 mg tab but my father was suffering from epilepsy from past 17 years. the doctor had recognised that he had depression from NIMHANS HOSPITAL. currently he is ok but some times he talks some things he sees or hears some ... | Hi..Thanks for the query. Firstly Parkin (Trihexphenidyl...abbreviated THP) is a drug which is given to control trembling of hands (also known as extra-pyrimidal side effect or EPS) caused by serenace (haloperidol). Haloperidol/Serenace is the antipsychotic or main drug which is being used to treat Psychosis by your fa... |
What does a lump on the ear indicate? | Hey, I have a hard lump on the heart of my ear, on the cartilage.. I went to the doctor and she never said what it was for sure, just prescribed me an antibiotics gel, anyway since then it s been very sore and another has developed, I m going back on Monday but she insisted that it is a boil or fungal infection. It has... | Hello,Thanks for using healthcaremagic.comI have gone through your query and I can understand your concerns.All the history you have provided suggest that you have possibly the following problems: 1.Boils/carbuncle(most probable differential) 2.Benign(non cancerous) diseases like exostosis 3.Chondr... |
Suggest medication for toe corn on foot with history of debriding in foot | My mother has developed toe corn on the left foot in March 2011 which she was not aware of it basically because she is borderline diabetes and suffering from multiple ailments like arthrities, parkinson and hypertension which she is on medication. The foot has developed a deep hole which debriding was done by surgeon i... | Hello, Your mother has developed diabetic ulcer.The open sores specially in diabetic and with old age are slow to heal due to decrease in vascularity and increase in chances of infection. In this stage single most important thing is to avoid pressure at wound site.Frequent dressing will help in preventing infection. ... |
Which are the brain problems which may cause syncope? | I have a friend who is a 59 year old male. He is diabetic but it is very controlled with metformin. He has been having blackouts and grey outs for months... at one time, we thought it was due to his sugars... as he recently lost (on purpose) 65 pounds. His primary ordered a CT scan of the brain. My friend received a ca... | I welcome your concern about your friend. As narrated by you the likely cause of these presyncopal and syncopal episodes may be autonomic dysfunction due to diabetes. Some elderly people may get such symptoms due to cervical spondylosis. But your main concern is the call by radiologist. As far as I know CT is not a go... |
Can I get pregnant since I suffer from PCOD,diabetes,hypothyroidism and irregular periods ? | i m 27,pcod,insulin,hypothyroid, irregular periods,i want pregnancy ..my gynae gave me ovanac,hyponidd,bigomet 500,thyrox50....what the prescribe medicines are for???am i on the right path....pls suggest i have been married for 7 years and trying for a baby for long.. | hi welcome to healthcare magic forum yes ,you are on right path as you have pcos ,hypothyroid ,insulin,period problem ,it may take little long time to be pregnant. but dont worry ,you can sure be pregnant keep medicine continue all medicine you mention are for the problems you have and dont stop without dr advise ... |
Should glufomaxin be continued for high blood value? | I have a query regading to my blood test report ,which is 142 ml after food ,previously i was taking glufomaxin1000 and after sometime i stoped ,as my reading came normal .from past some week i have put some weight and now i checked the blood it was 142 ml/dl please let me know whether i should continue with the sam... | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.You have diabetes. Your value is normal but its because of drugs. You should continue with the drugs as prescribed by your doctor. You should set the dosage according to your sugar value.Hope I have answered your question, if you have any doubts t... |
Need tooth removal, suspect extreme natural of peridontal disease. Any help ? | Yes I need help in Dental area I m Indigent ---Take carte of Brother who is Impaired but if I don t get teeth out i m subject to dying due to extreme natural of peridontal disease----I don t have money I m filed for disability ---Have notes from emergency rm. that I m in need of this I almost Died in 2010 due to teeth ... | Hello, Periodontal diseases arise due to- Poor oral hygiene maintenance weak bone supporting teeth systemic diseases associated like diabetes,epilepsy,hypertension. Please do get an ultrasound scaling done. Brush your teeth twice daily in back-forth and up-down motion. Avoid vigorous brushing and always use soft... |
How to treat blurred vision and braxton hicks during pregnancy? | I am 17 weeks pregnant with my third child. I had normal pregnancy's with both my boys. This baby is a girl. I had a hard time catching my breath yesterday, and experienced blurred vision today, I just couldn't seem to focus. Later this evening the colors in my left eye were "off" and blurry. I have seen my doctor abo... | Hello dear,I.understand your concern.In my opinion the cause for blurred vision can be due to various causes like hypertension, diabetes,any eye related cause etc.I suggest you to rule out the diabetes and hypertension.If everything is normal an ophthalmologist opinion might be helpful.Coming to Braxton hicks contracti... |
Suffered with series of veneral disease, on glevo after taking doxicycline, difficulty in maintaining erection. How can I fix this? | Good afternoon.I am 34yrs old,i am not married n have suffered a serise of Veneral disease especially chlamydia ,in 2005 i masturbated for a few months same with 2006 and 7,i finally treated the chlam infection in 2010 and in 2011 i had unproted sex and the infection came back,i have tried to treat it again to no avail... | hi i thin u are suffering from erectile dysfunction.it can be due to anxiety ,nervous dysfunction or diabetes,rule out diabetes then tret the condition with siotone twice daily ,neurokind plus in the morning and fludac 20 mg at night.if not cured go for testosterone levels and if it is less take injection of testostero... |
Should I follow any diet to reoccurrence of cyst ? | Hello doctor,iam 33yrs old.1yr back I conceived but cardiac activity is arrested,so i underwent dnc.iam trying to conceive again,but no result.Doctors on scanning told i have polycustic ovary.So they prescribed glycomet and raricap.To comtinue this medicine regularly.My other reports are fine.My husbands motility rate ... | yes it is polycycstic ovary which is causing you to be infertile. no problem with husband semen, the glucomet is to reduce the sugar levels as you will have diabetes because of polycystic ovary, you need a continous treatment to concieve and to maintain the pregnancy also. contact any of the nearest infertility clinics... |
Suggest remedy for smashed big toe with bleeding | I am a 70 year old diabetic on insulin. I smashed my big toe about a week ago. Toe is not broken and there was no bleeding. I iced it daily for a few days and am wearing an open toed sandal because if there I put any pressure on the top of the toe, it hurts. Naturally it immediately turned black and blue but the nail t... | Hi,You should never try to treat this wound by yourself as you are diabetic.Any infection in the body particularly infection or injury should not take it lightly for a patient suffering from diabetes.Consult your doctor and go for treatment as soon as possible with proper dressing.Ok and take care. |
Can drinking cause pericarditis? | I am a 39 year old male. I developed acute pericarditis over the weekend. I had no symptoms prior to that. I do have a high triglyceride level (380) and my dad does have a history of heart issues and diabetes that started in his thirties. I have not been much of a drinker in the past, but over the last month or so I ha... | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, beer drinking can cause pericarditis. And honestly speaking, 2-3 beers per day is considered as large quantity of alcohol. You are having two other strong risk factors for heart diseases. 1. High triglycerides 2. Strong positive family hi... |
What is the prognosis in a patient with a low ejection fraction? | my husband had a build of of fluid in his legs two yrs ago.he went to the doctor .they sent him on to the hospital because his enzyme level showing he was having a heart attack. six months before that he had several test on heart . his heart pumping function was only 20%. but when he went in hospital they told him he n... | you have mentioned his ejection fraction is 40% which is not very bad. Although he has risk of deterioration still will be able to lead a comfortable life with medicine.regular medicine and proper follow up as advised should be done.low sugar and salt along fluid restriction, healthy lifestyle, regular exercises will h... |
Suggest safe remedy for removing flesh deposition in the nose | My son is 8 years old and he is 4 feet and 6 long and weight is 204 kg. and suffering from breathing problems. When consulted in Max Hospital Delhi Doctors told to operate the nose because of flesh deposition in his nose. Tell me whether it will be safe or not and what are the risk factors | Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query your son have symptoms of flesh deposition in the nose which seems to be due to formation of skin tags which usually grow where skin get irritated . They are generally harmless and do not bother . But some people get them removed because of esthetic p... |
Elaborate on hiatus lumps on neck | Hi, I had a car accident 9 months ago and have had pain in my neck, shoulder and back since. I saw a orthopedic surgeon today who said I have a hiatus lump on the back of my neck among other injuries. I have absolutely no idea what a hiatus lump is so would be grateful for any information. I am 36, 5ft 1 and weigh 7 st... | HI,Dear.Very Good NOON from India.Thanks for your query.I understand your concerns.I studied your query in depth.Need more information to comment on.-I would advise you not to worry still.In my opinion -the hiatus lump on back of neck -post car accident-is the cause for your-Erythromelalgia- and is causing cervical- sy... |
I used Deviry last month. Can I use it again this month ? | hi am 27years old women .i have poly cs. problem and in my harmons insulin have 22.0(fasting)is this harm ful for getting pregnancy .and am suffering with irregular periods.my docter suggest me take devairy 5days (1-1) for period will come then u will come to me at the day of 2nd .but i missed that day to consult the d... | Welcome to Healthcare MagicYou need to understand that PCOS problem causes problem in ovulation and also associated with Diabetes. You should check your fasting and post-prandial blood glucose ideally by OGTT test then you will know whether drugs are needed to control diabetes. Also get HBA1C levels done. You can wait ... |
What causes intense headache while having sex? | 32, 5 ft 9in, 165 lbs, type one Diabetes for 29 years, overall healthy...my question is this...i have no problem gaining an erection however in the last week i have obtained a headache everytime that the climax is reaching its point and the sperm is getting ready to release...the headache is non throbbing but is sharp ... | Hello, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns but this could be due to increased blood pressure so I would recommend that you measure your blood pressure the next time you experience this symptom.. Also this could be due to vasodilator effect following orgasm. Hope I have answered your query... |
What causes Candidiasis? | Hey I am 37weeks pregnant and the doctor just told me yesterday that I have Canada yeast Infection and gave me some Amoxycilin trihydrate tablets, flagyl, n candizole tablet. So I would like to know hw long is this infection going to take to be healed? And if IWere to go into labour now will my baby be infected? | Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.Pregnancy is the conditions of immunosuppression so there is chance of infection caused by this in pregnancy increases more. Candida infections usually occurs when ever there is immuno... |
Penis pains after sex, there are hard little lumps underneath the skin of penis. What is it? | after sex with my partner lately, my penis becomes painful and swollen on one side. nothing is visible on the outside. my penis head is fine but the inside of the skin is red and swollen. when erect i can feel hard little lumps underneath the skin on my shaft, have i damaged vessels or tendons? | Hello I share your concern, i will try to help you out in best possible way.Looking at your description this could be STI or infected ulcer may be due to trauma during rough sexI would like further informationto help you better Your age and relevant medical history like diabetes or other metabolic disease Any recent ex... |
What could be the reason for discolored spots on back of neck ? | BIO/HISTORY: 19 female, one child, 5 7, 150 lbs, hypothyroidism , ISSUE: 6 or 7 discoloured (light brown) spots on back of neck, no irritation, just there.. but what are they? Also have recently been wxperiencing dizziness/black vision upon standing, over-average fatigue and headaches. Am I just dying? Wtf is going on?... | FROM history ,it seems you are having anaemia,but also get yourself checked for diabetes. After proper diagnosis,you will be alright with treatment. |
Is NAC a valid alternative for Metformin to treat insulin resistance? | I have been given 500mg of metformin to take once a day to start for insulin resistance. Currently this is the third day and I have a horribly upset GI tract, and my arms/legs feel like lead weights with extreme fatigue. I have heard an alternative is NAC, that does not have these same sides. Is this a valid alterna... | Hi,Thanks for asking.Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. Metformin is better with treating insulin resistance, as it promotes weight gain too.2. N-acetyl cysteine is not useful in reducing insulin resistance. It helps in preventing progression of further complications related to diabetes mellitus.3. You ar... |
Could severe thirst be a symptom of diabetes in 5 year old? | In the last week, my 5 year old has become extremely thirsty. He can t seem to get enough to drink. He drinks one thing after another and is not satisfied. This morning he drank 2 full glasses of water and then threw it up. He has also been complaining of a bad taste in his mouth. I am worried...I have heard this is a ... | Diabetes at 5 yrs of age is not unlikely .Increased thirst should be associated with increased urination too. also increased appetite.is there a family history of diabetes ? its been only a week, so if he has same symptoms one more week , or any worsening , go to a doctor. |
What causes chest pain and swelling of veins in arms near wrist? | Recently, my mother veins in her arms, near her wrists especially will pop up or swell. It is then followed by an immediate bruise on her arm and then she starts to get a pain in her chest. I ve read online that others have similar symptoms but no one seems to know what is going on. She is 71 now but in good shape...an... | Hi,Regarding your concern, I would explain that her symptoms seem to be related to increased blood vessel fragility. This is a common complication which occurs with aging. After many years blood vessels become more rigid and thus more fragile, susceptible to rupture from small trauma. I would recommend performing a Dop... |
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