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Drugs

Im addicted to tramadolsad i cant go a day without taking 1 pill of 225mg i dont take more than a pill per day thou Please what can i do to overcome this tragedy and are there any side effects

Send a mail to this address and you will be referred appropriately helloHellocareNG

General Health

I started drinking a lot of water lately cos of the teaching that water is good But because i am always busy during the day i consume more at night So i noticed i wake up with much lower Abdominal pain which goes away gradually after urination What is the cause of my pain

It is know that an average adult need about 3L of water per day thats not puting into conaideration the amount of water you get in food substances I think what you should do is to cut down on the amount you take Even if you take 3litres per day thats enough for your basic metabolism amdyou will still get more in the food you take Too much of anything is not good Kindly note that you cant reply anonymously

General Health

I started drinking a lot of water lately cos of the teaching that water is good But because i am always busy during the day i consume more at night So i noticed i wake up with much lower Abdominal pain which goes away gradually after urination What is the cause of my pain

Known consideration Sorry for the typo

General Health

I started drinking a lot of water lately cos of the teaching that water is good But because i am always busy during the day i consume more at night So i noticed i wake up with much lower Abdominal pain which goes away gradually after urination What is the cause of my pain

In addition to the above water is essential for the body metabolism kindly note that excess water intake will be excreted Through the kidney into the bladder Therefore a distended bladder can cause some lower abdominal discomfort which will be relieved after urination I will advice you to keep to the normal limit of 3litres by distributing your water intake over the day if possible take more water during the day when you are more active

General Health

Can i get a recommendation for affordable hospitals on lagos mainland ikeja preferably for an annual medical exam

Annual tests are pretty straightforward therefore by walking into any general hospital a physician can write out the tests that you might require based on your age gender and other perculiarities

General Health

Can i get a recommendation for affordable hospitals on lagos mainland ikeja preferably for an annual medical exam

I cant do General Hospital I need a private hospital that can send the results to my organization

General Health

Can i get a recommendation for affordable hospitals on lagos mainland ikeja preferably for an annual medical exam

Oh Then you can check into Optimal Hospital in Surulere You will get your test done and sent also to your organisation NB i dont work there Just have little info about the place

General Health

Can i get a recommendation for affordable hospitals on lagos mainland ikeja preferably for an annual medical exam

Another option will be for you to go to a Afriglobal at Mobolaji Bank Anthony in Ikeja and ask for annual medical exam they will offer you tests and can send it to your organisation

General Health

What can a female somebody do if the person cannot hold urine for a long time going to the toilet like 610 times in an hour It affects the female in the night so she bed wets

Hi in this case there is an underlying issue causing this inability to hold urine It could be due to an infection an issue with the neural supply to the area around the mouth of the bladder etc bringing into perspective the bed wetting it shows that this isnt just a regular urinary tract infection type This also happens in some women who just delivered too The advice will be for you to see a doctor for physical evaluation and some tests so we can tackle the root of it Its treatable and woth good management it will stop Take Care

Infections

Hi am a 23 yrs old lady i have been having itchy throat since the harmattan started weeks later i woke up to a sore throat with swollen tonsils and white spots on it What could be the cause of this and ways to treat this

Hi with this kind of weather comes different types of infection of the throat and other parts of the upper respiratory tract in a lot of cases these infections are viral and will clear out on their own within a week or two however they are quite uncomfortable to deal with My advice Drink lots of water 2 Vitamin C tablets three times a day you will also benefit from the use of Tab Piriton 2 at night for the next 4 5 days because of the pain any painkiller like Diclofenac will help be sure you dont have Ulcer before you use it Hopefully it doesnt get superinfected and you need antibiotics but right now its not needed I believe the advice above will be effective Take care

General Health

Hello I have been having this bitter taste in my mouth for weeks nowand i dont really know what the problem is

Hi there are several reasons you might be having the bitter taste Commonly it might be due to malaria or one of those vitamin deficiencies The simplest thing for you to do is to get to any clinic get tested for malaria and if positive get treatment for it You might also need to get the common vitamins around which will be approproately prescribed by the doctor you see Kindly note that you cant reply anonymously

General Health

Hello I have been having this bitter taste in my mouth for weeks nowand i dont really know what the problem is

Are there any other symptoms

Sexual Health

Urethra injury due to Sexual activity I have been experiencing painful burning sensation in my urethra during urination for about two days now I noticed this after a very vigorous sexual activity Please is it safe to assume it will heal up itself what therapy can I do to speed up recovery

Hi in my opinion you will need to get to an hospital a doctor will examine you and be sure if its really urethral injury you have or some bruises in your private part as i am not sure of your gender Also at the hospital you will be told if you will need an antibiotics or not Healing up without a treatment is possible but not a constant thingthat is if you actually have an injury Kindly note that you cant reply this message anonymously

Infections

Am having serious yellowish discharge nd my Virginia is seriously itching mewhat could be the cause and what should I do to treat it

Hi i would advise that you go to a hospital for evaluation by a doctor you will be recommended a test that will be sent to a laboratory to be exactly sure of what ia causing the itch and the discharge results should be out within a day and the results will inform the best drug to use Kindly desist from just buying ampiclox or flagyl as this will be abuse of antibiotics and might be inimical in the long run Note you cant respond to this post anonymously Thanks

Infections

Can STD be cure and what are the treatment for curing STD

Sexually transmitted diseases STDs also known as Sexually Transmitted Infections are infections that are passed from one person to another through sexual contact They affect both men and women STDs are treatable but since the causes symptoms and treatment are different it is important that one visits a doctor to confirm the diagnosis through some testsams examination and to commence appropriate treatment immediately

Infections

Recently went for a routine HVS test and the result shows a moderate growth of staph aureus spp What drugs or recommendations would you give as the sensitivity report shows Resistance to Gentamycin amoxycillin septrin zinnacef rocephin pefloxacin and ampiclox A single for Erythromycin and streptomycin and a double for ciprofloxavin Am i at risk also

Hi you will do yourself much good if you have this result reviewed in person with a doctor there will be other questions thay will be asked around the symptoms you feel and what to do going forward What this just shows is that you have an infection caused by staph and the sensitive drugs are the ones best for treatment but antibiotics are best prescribed in person by a doctor None of your results show any risk for anything too

Sexual Health

Can one increase penis size How true is afroherbalsecretcom

Hi thanks for using Wellvis A lot of information that offer you portions that will help you increase the size of your penis are fake and offer no such assurances In a lot of cases they are just after your money and are a waste of your resources These herbs could also be injurious to your health as some of them contain impurities that may damage your kidneys or liver We do notice that there are concerns about the size of the penis but different perspectives have shown the size is not the major determinant but how you use it I will advice that you stay satisfied with what you have NB Please note that you cant respond to this post anonymously Thanks

Nutrition

Is the Apple Cedar Vinegar Ginger Tumeric combination a healthy one Thank you

Hi the combination is basically an agglomeration of naturally extracted product and natural plants they will be safe in a lot of regards Based on what these offer singly they will offer healthy benefits depending on how you want to use them Thanks

Women's Health

I found a lump in left breast done a scan and it was said to be benign Can you give me recommendations of affordable hospitals around mainland lagos preferably private and around ikeja to do the removal surgery

Hi i will post a couple of places on the mainlandIkeja where you can get the surgery done and also have histology done thereafter Number 1 is LASUTH in Ikeja very affordable and excellent but waiting time might not be to your suit There is Unity Hospital along Obafemi Awolowo way Ikeja can be easily located with google maps There is Holy Trinity Hospital also off Obafemi Awolow way Ikeja Duro Soleye Hospital is at Opebi also in Ikeja Crystal Hospital is in AKowonjo These are just a few hospitals that will offer you quality services at affordable costs There are top notch hospitals like Lagoon Hospital and Eko Hospital but their fees might be in the high range

Women's Health

I found a lump in left breast done a scan and it was said to be benign Can you give me recommendations of affordable hospitals around mainland lagos preferably private and around ikeja to do the removal surgery

Another option i can recommend is to go through Doctoora which is a health management outfit they will help you find a surgeon to do it at your convenience You can send a mail to DeboDoctooracomng or call 08105094729 to fix an appointment I hope you find these options useful

Women's Health

I found a lump in left breast done a scan and it was said to be benign Can you give me recommendations of affordable hospitals around mainland lagos preferably private and around ikeja to do the removal surgery

Kindly note that you cant respond anonymously to this post

Infections

I noticed blood in my stool a fewdays ago pls might be the cause if this

Hi i guess this is a recent occurrence blood in the stool could be due to a couple of reasons which include bleeding somewhere in the lower part of you intestine bleeding around your anus which could be due to haemorrhoids etc are there other symptoms associated with this bleeding Eg abdominal pain difficulty in stooling or weight loss Or pain around the anus or protrusion from the anus Answers to these will help understand why Dont panic or fret my advice will be for you to physically see a doctor for evaluation and next steps to be sure of what is going on NB you cant respond anonymously to this comment

Skin Care

Sudden oimples appeared on my face even though i didnt change any product What drugs can i take as im tempted to start on antibiotics

Hi these pimples can suddenly occur on your face for different reasons it could include a reaction to a product diet lowered facw hygiene etc Antibiotics wont be the first option to resort to I will advise that you stop the skin products you use for now and just use a regular baby soap to wash your face clean your face more regularly than before try to check what changed in your diet and adjust as appropriate If there are no improvements kindly go see a doctor for evaluation Thanks NB you cant respond anonymously to this post

Nutrition

Is sugarcane a healthy fruit

If consumed within normal limits sugarcane is a healthy source of instant energy Do not forget to wash your fruits and vegetables thoroughly before eating

Drugs

I read recently that foamy urine is actually a source of concern I shared with my family and turns out my dad notices it sometimes He me tioned thah the deugs he used for his Prostate might cause it please can you give more insight to this

Yes it is possible that the foamy urine is as a result of the drugs used to manage an enlarge prostate However the best line of action in my opinion is that your father informs his doctor of any new symptoms including the foamy urine at his next appointment and some tests will be carried out on his urine to determine the causes and if it is something to be worried about

Child Health

My baby just completed a regimen of clavulanic containing antibiotics prescribed for her in the hospital She has cough and it subsided when she was taking it Few days after she completed the dosage the cough resumes though not as much as it was before What do you advise I do

There is a possibility of reinfection this could be the reason why the cough started again Most cases of coughs in children are viral and should elapse in about 46 days Ill just advise that you get a suitable cough syrup for the age and watch it should subside If the cough does get worse then take the child for a full evaluation with a doctor ask that they listen to the babys chest adequately in that case

Child Health

My baby just completed a regimen of clavulanic containing antibiotics prescribed for her in the hospital She has cough and it subsided when she was taking it Few days after she completed the dosage the cough resumes though not as much as it was before What do you advise I do

Thank you for your professional advice Doctor God bless you

Mental Health

Hello Doctor What are every day tips for a young person who is believed to be maniac or schizophrenic Can being schizophrenic suicidal in its absolute

Hi based on this question I will believe this person has had a clinical diagnosis by a certified professional The most significant advice in this case is for the person to follow the guide and management provided by the therapist he sees go for his appointments as required and follows the advice he is given by the therapist and takes the prescribed drugs based on the agreements with the therapist

Baby Care

What are your recommendations for managing wartlike rashes on the genitalia of an 8 months old baby Can it be given topical creams If yes kindly recommend appropriate ones for this age bracket

Based on your description I am not sure of the kind of rash being described it will be best to take the child for examination to a doctor This will help the doctor make a better decision based on the his physical assessment of the rash Special care should be taken with babies and medication without the prescription of a doctor should be avoided Thanks

Mental Health

Hello there i am addicted to Codeine Phosphate Promitazin Flunitrazepam I need help please help I

We are rooting for you

Dental Health

Is it a must to get a crown after my my root canal therapy

Thanks for this answer

Mental Health

Hello Doctor What are every day tips for a young person who is believed to be maniac or schizophrenic Can being schizophrenic suicidal in its absolute

In your question you used the word believed I hope the person has been clinically diagnosed If not she will benefit from speaking to a therapist to help create a helpful and sustainable pattern Yes schizophrenia is strongly linked and associated higher that normal chance of suicide and suicidal thoughts

Nutrition

Hey Doctor I have a friend who takes caffeinated drinks hot coffee mostly to read and do other technical stuffs Can she ever go high on this I mean when does it become unsafe for her She takes few cups every day

Except your friend has some health challenges especially related to the heart that might not be compatible with Caffeine intake a few cups a day wont put her at any risk Some studies even show that for someone to overdose on Coffee one might need to take over 100 cups

Nutrition

Is there any adverse effect to drinking a bottle of coke per day

This will depend a lot on your activity level for someone who is very active physically there might be no issues to worry about but for someone who doesnt do much physical activity its not a good idea Coke has a lot of sugar and caffeine these do not really have much nutritive value to the body and are more inimical than useful

Child Health

How long should a baby to allowed to watch TV daily

Child psychologists and paediatricians recommends that children under the age of 2 shouldnt watch TV However older children can watch age appropriate content for an hour or two depending on the household

Child Health

How long should a baby to allowed to watch TV daily

WOW under the age of 2 so we have been doing the wrong thing am sure all parents are guilty of this

Child Health

How long should a baby to allowed to watch TV daily

I want to believe this is a recommendation Sometimes we parents get amused by watching these babies to watch tv as they concentrate on who knows Maybe the color lighting or the objects moving inside the screen We should minimize it as recommended though

Child Health

How long should a baby to allowed to watch TV daily

Exactly it is a recommendation but still its important that we do these things in moderation More importantly we must ensure the consumption of ageappropriate content

Child Health

My 5 month old baby now likes to put everything in her mouth from 3 fingers to pulling my hands and putting it in her mouth TV remote and the likes I recently bought some silicon teeter she dosnt like it cause its too wide 1 Any reason why she loves putting stuffs in her mouth 2 Any recommendation on what I can get for her

Theres a stage at infant where this happens You shouldnt be too worried about your daughter I think its a natural phenomenon It comes with the growing process of all humans Perhaps you would had also done the same at her age Shed soon grow pass this stage Im not a Professional I got this from Observation

Child Health

My 5 month old baby now likes to put everything in her mouth from 3 fingers to pulling my hands and putting it in her mouth TV remote and the likes I recently bought some silicon teeter she dosnt like it cause its too wide 1 Any reason why she loves putting stuffs in her mouth 2 Any recommendation on what I can get for her

During teething the babys teeth starts to break through the gums causing tender and swollen gums and general irritability for the child Therefore the child tends to place objects or fingers into the mouth in an attempt to reduce discomfort It is important that you try ensure a clean environment and particularly clean hands Pacifiers and teething rings are said to help the child However if the child is in visible and prolonged discomfort please visit your doctor

Women's Health

I have an irregular menstrual cycle I get my periods after 2631 days The time frame varies every month How can I determine my ovulation day Thank you

A Cycle length of 2135 days is considered regular however because of the varying lengths you have it will be harder to calculate your specific ovulatory window An easier way to calculate it is to subtract 14 days from your cycle length Ie if its 35 days you ovulate on day 21 Also allow for 2 days before and after as your unsafe period Be sure to also look out for other physical signs of ovulation such as an increase in body basal temperature and changes in cervical mucus consistency Lastly there are several period tracking apps available which can help you with more accurate tracking

Sexual Health

Please Im 23 years old and my two testicles the one at the left is normal but the one at the right side doesnt grow at all as if there is nothing their hope this does not have any effect and if there is what is the way out

Hi You might help clarify this question so I can offer a better tailored answer at but at 23 your testicles wont be growing at all if one of your testicles seem to be growing in size then you will need to get it checked out physically by a doctor Also with one testicle functioning one can and will still be fertile

Women's Health

A couple of weeks back I was diagnosed with submucosal anterior leiomyoma measuring 362cm 362cm I would like to know if there is a rate at which it grows Should I expect it to have doubled in size by the end of the year for instance I would also like to know how high my chances of infertility or miscarriages Can I adopt any contraceptive method to slow its growth I am a 23yearold and I may not be married until the next 2 years Is this timeframe safe for me Thank you Concerned Female

Hi it is usually said that most women If not all have fibroids They just vary in sizes and the level of issues they give So its not a a huge worry to find a fibroid except it is adversely affecting ones health 1 No one can predict the rate at which they grow at times they regress on their own at times they maintain the same size due to different reasons 2 Having fibroid is not equal to infertility except in a few cases so I would say that you technically have nothing to worry about with respect to infertility It also doesnt equal to having miscarriages it does cause it at times but its not a surety 3 If you are worried about the size or have any symptoms from it you can have it removed to give you rest if mind but asides that you dont have to worry or stress yourself about it People with fibroids get pregnant carry it to term and have babies without any issues You can see a Surgeon for a more definitive management Thanks

Women's Health

I found a lump in left breast done a scan and it was said to be benign Can you give me recommendations of affordable hospitals around mainland lagos preferably private and around ikeja to do the removal surgery

Hi You may also want to check out Optimal Care Cancer Foundation they are located on Bode thomas close to the police station Their service top notch with excellent customer care service I hope you find this useful

Women's Health

I have been having irregular menstrual cycle since age 16 Last year I was diagnosed with PCOS and did a scan which shows that I have ovarian cysts Now I urinate often than usual I feel my bladder cant hold little amount of urine I have abdominal pain always also sometimes I feel sharp pain inside my Vagina Is the PCOS the reason for all of these What can I do to stop and prevent this And especially urinating often

I do think that symptoms you having with your urination is not linked to the Ovarian cyst you have The issues with urination will be different I will advice that you do some tests like blood sugar urine MCS to be sure there is no pathology causing the frequent urination The results of the test will guide your Doctor in recommending a good line of management I hope you find this useful Thanks

Women's Health

I have been having irregular menstrual cycle since age 16 Last year I was diagnosed with PCOS and did a scan which shows that I have ovarian cysts Now I urinate often than usual I feel my bladder cant hold little amount of urine I have abdominal pain always also sometimes I feel sharp pain inside my Vagina Is the PCOS the reason for all of these What can I do to stop and prevent this And especially urinating often

hello good day Really sorry about the pain you are having Firstly as regards the excessive urination this can be caused by a large ovarian cyst if there is any and this is usually by causing a pressure effect on the bladder that leads to the frequent urination Secondly in PCOS there is elevated testosterone levels which has been posited to also contribute to the bladder issues I advise you go and see the gynaecologist for a more proper evaluation

Women's Health

I have been having irregular menstrual cycle since age 16 Last year I was diagnosed with PCOS and did a scan which shows that I have ovarian cysts Now I urinate often than usual I feel my bladder cant hold little amount of urine I have abdominal pain always also sometimes I feel sharp pain inside my Vagina Is the PCOS the reason for all of these What can I do to stop and prevent this And especially urinating often

Again it is also good to note that there are other causes of excessive urination like urinary tract infections diabetes mellitus to mention but a few A hospital visit would be good to ascertain the cause and proper treatment done for you

Sexual Health

1 I have been married for 12 months now and my wife is not pregnant yetwe both target her ovulation period and still same thing please what can I do and the cause of this because am the one that disvirgin her after our wedding 2 About 5 month into our marriage I start having Ejaculation after I was robbed of 19m and I think I should have been over it but it still persist my complains cus she does not use to cum most of the time and she know know how long i last before and am not happy at all pls is there a solution

It is better to have sex toward the ovulation period because it increase your chance of getting pregnant However for a case of infertility both the husband and wife must be staying under the same roof and be having adequate sex about 3 times a week and must be regular satisfactory and ejaculatory However if there is no result it will be good to see your doctor and do some test like semen analysis for the man and checking your wife too for tube patency and any hormonal abnormality This will help your doctor to know what the problem is and how to solve them

Sexual Health

1 I have been married for 12 months now and my wife is not pregnant yetwe both target her ovulation period and still same thing please what can I do and the cause of this because am the one that disvirgin her after our wedding 2 About 5 month into our marriage I start having Ejaculation after I was robbed of 19m and I think I should have been over it but it still persist my complains cus she does not use to cum most of the time and she know know how long i last before and am not happy at all pls is there a solution

Hello sorry about your worries As regards the pregnancy not coming through after 12 months of marriage a lot of issues needs to be explored Do you live with your wife Do you have regular sexual intercourse at least three times a week is your wife aware of her ovulation period Does she have a good grasp of her cycle Is she on any medications You may want to see a gynaecologist for a good evaluation which will include a hormone profile If the tests come out fine then you need to ease the pressure on yourselves the baby will come I did not quite get the second question Thank you

Sexual Health

1 I have been married for 12 months now and my wife is not pregnant yetwe both target her ovulation period and still same thing please what can I do and the cause of this because am the one that disvirgin her after our wedding 2 About 5 month into our marriage I start having Ejaculation after I was robbed of 19m and I think I should have been over it but it still persist my complains cus she does not use to cum most of the time and she know know how long i last before and am not happy at all pls is there a solution

Please when going for the hospital visit make sure to go with your wife as both of you will be evaluated Thank you

Sexual Health

5 month into my marriage I started having premature Ejaculation reduce my sugar intake did so many exercise and its my 12th month in marriage and my is still not pregnant we still had sex last night and its still the same thing and its been making sex less interesting to me cus I dont enjoy anymore as I use to What can I do

I am sorry about your experiences There are a lot of reasons why you could be having this experience It will be great for you to see a specialist who can help with some modifications and drugs to help Also your state of mind and anxiety makes this worse so you might need to work on your mindset when you want to have sex Relax dont get carried away by fears of ejaculating work with your partner to ensure things go smoothly put all your worries aside These could help in the meantime but I really do advise that you see a specialist Thanks

Sexual Health

HiI have two questionsthe first is thatI notice dat Water comes out of my nipplesnot like in a rush ojust when been pressed and allI am not marriednever given birth neither am I pregnantwhat could probably be the causeis my prolactin high or something Then the second question is I havent been able to have sexlike the dick wont just enter I actually thought it was the size of the dickbut den I even tried the smallest of all dicks it didntits wlwa so painful and I couldnt endureeven when I drank alcohol and got drunk so my mind wont be dereI still felt d pain after he tried penetratingand am no Virgin but I havent had sex in a long time just because of displs what do I doi need to save my relationship

Hello sorry about your concerns To the first question the milkish substance that comes out from your nipple is not normal and it could be that your prolactin levels is elevated you would need to see a doctor to run a hormone profile to ascertain the level and have you properly evaluated and treated Secondly as regards sex having pain in the vagina could be psychological have you had a painful sexual experience in the past It could be a link You may want to discuss your fears with your partner or better still see a sex therapist I hope this helps Thank you

General Health

What could regular pain in the right side close to the centre of chest mean Especially when its cold or after running or walking fast over a distance

Hi based on what you have explained the pain might be due to an inflammation of the bones of the rib this is usually worsened by cold and exercise at times It also happens in people who exercise frequently especially those who lift weights A good salve is to apply Neurogesic topical cream to the area Cover the chest adequately in cold weather These should help mitigate the pain If any of these dont work then a physical evaluation by a doctor is essential

General Health

What could regular pain in the right side close to the centre of chest mean Especially when its cold or after running or walking fast over a distance

Hi just to share my personal experience I had similar pain last year I was exposed to very cold weather conditions for a number of years plus excessive lifting of heavy objects I went to the hospital for diagnoses I did Xray Chest Ultrasound and blood sample tests The tests returned negative so I was placed on pain relieving tablets but I didnt feel better I consulted another physician who recommended antibiotics and that I should avoid extreme rigorous exercises such as weight lifting and these two resolved the whole pain so I agree with Dr Ayomide that cold and physical exercise could aggravate it I suspect my own case was mild pain to inflammation maybe caused by bacteria so that was why antibiotics was recommended for me I hope this helps in a way

Fitness

Any advice for weight gain Ive been doing exercises but my guys I workout with are all outgrowing me and gaining weight and Im not even tho we do the same tasks

Hi your question is a little bit confusing do you mean weight loss Because if you exercise and workout regularly the attendant effect is for you to lose weight and not gain If you meant weight loss then losing weight by sustained exercise is not an overnight process it takes a while and different people wont lose weight in the same manner within the same period Also it might be necessary to have some dietary modifications to go with the exercise to make it more effective I hope this comes useful Thanks

Sexual Health

HiI have two questionsthe first is thatI notice dat Water comes out of my nipplesnot like in a rush ojust when been pressed and allI am not marriednever given birth neither am I pregnantwhat could probably be the causeis my prolactin high or something Then the second question is I havent been able to have sexlike the dick wont just enter I actually thought it was the size of the dickbut den I even tried the smallest of all dicks it didntits wlwa so painful and I couldnt endureeven when I drank alcohol and got drunk so my mind wont be dereI still felt d pain after he tried penetratingand am no Virgin but I havent had sex in a long time just because of displs what do I doi need to save my relationship

This sounds like vaginismus and could be as a result of emotional factors medical factors or both Vaginismus is when the pelvic floor muscles spasms involuntary resulting in painful difficult and often impossible to have sexual intercourse to undergo a gynecological exam or to insert a tampon Besides sex do you also feel pain during tampon insertion or during a gynecological examination Emotional causes of vaginismus include fear of anticipated pain anxiety about performance or guilt traumatic experiences Insufficient vaginal lubrication UTI or yeast infection are some physical conditions that might cause vaginismus Diagnosis treatment is possible but varies depending on the underlying cause You will benefit from seeing a doctor who will take a full medical history and carry out a pelvic examination Treatment modalities include but are not limited to pelvic floor control exercises counselling and some form of insertion training

Fitness

Any advice for weight gain Ive been doing exercises but my guys I workout with are all outgrowing me and gaining weight and Im not even tho we do the same tasks

Hey Bulking up and gaining muscle can be very challenging It takes the right combination of diet and training to see fast results Unfortunately most guys never it right And as a result they fail to see significant progress We presently do not have any fitness experts in house but do stay in touch for more fitness posts and updates when some experts sign up In the meantime why dont you check online for different food options and combinations that are helpful for bulking up Personally I eat a lot of protein ie moin moin beans and chicken during my bulking period

Fitness

Hello there So Ive been feeling this moving pains in my lower abdomen for years now I was diagnosed and treated for kidney infection in 2017 but the pain still lingers and it comes and goes Its mostly around my left kidney area but sometimes both I thought it may be that the infection never really went so Ive been doing my best for my kidneys like drinking a lot of water regularly exercising low protein intake nothing extreme Of recent I started feeling frequent painful gas bobbles moving in my stomach making me gas more frequently than I used to My question is What might be the issue And is there any natural home remedies I can do or maybe just a new routine diet I can try Maybe just anything that can help Ive been to the hospital multiple times but this thing never go away only my money does

So sorry about your stress all this while First it is good you now take lots of water and lesser proteins But the complaint you gave does not really fit with a problem with the kidney There might be a need to check the gastrointestinal tract and know what the problem is Till the time you visit the gastroenterologist you may benefit from eating more fruits vegetables more water as you have been drinking moderate exercise Visiting a specialist or teaching hospital may be more beneficial as well Because it is at such facility one can guarantee checking all other systems of the body I hope this helps

Sexual Health

Please Im 23 years old and my two testicles the one at the left is normal but the one at the right side doesnt grow at all as if there is nothing their hope this does not have any effect and if there is what is the way out

It is important to know what happened to the second testicle It may be trapped in the groin region or even be in the abdomen It may not have developed in the first place It is important to know what happened to the testicle However with one testicle you can live a full life

Sexual Health

5 month into my marriage I started having premature Ejaculation reduce my sugar intake did so many exercise and its my 12th month in marriage and my is still not pregnant we still had sex last night and its still the same thing and its been making sex less interesting to me cus I dont enjoy anymore as I use to What can I do

Hi Truly sorry indeed to hear about this problem that youre having As you have reported this problem started 5 months into your marriage Perhaps an eventsituation happened at the time that caused you to become more anxious about sexual intercourse with your partner If so it might be a worth while venture to openly and freely discuss with your spouse about this issue Communication break down between partners has been found to be a major player in unsatisfactory sexual intercourse among partners Also rather than the penetrative intercourse itself you might want to consider spending a lot more time on foreplay if you have not tried this before Foreplay helps because it directs attention away from you to how better you can please your partner Do kindly ask her in what ways she would like you to please her You might also want to consider seeing a specialist about this issue Kind regards

Child Health

My 5 month old baby now likes to put everything in her mouth from 3 fingers to pulling my hands and putting it in her mouth TV remote and the likes I recently bought some silicon teeter she dosnt like it cause its too wide 1 Any reason why she loves putting stuffs in her mouth 2 Any recommendation on what I can get for her

Hi According to Sigmund Freud there are different stages of sexual development which a human passes through The first stage is said to be the oral stage and is seen in the first year of life where the child derives pleasure from inserting objects into their mouth This perhaps explains the issue with your daughter It is expected I would advise that you take several preventive measures into ensuring that objects that can cause harm are placed out of her reach Extreme care should be taken of particularly small objects which may be swallowed and cause medical emergency If you have noticed any other associated problem I would advise seeking the help of a specialist for a full evaluation Kind regards

Fitness

Any advice for weight gain Ive been doing exercises but my guys I workout with are all outgrowing me and gaining weight and Im not even tho we do the same tasks

In addition i suggest you up your protein intake and do more weights

Child Health

My 5 month old baby now likes to put everything in her mouth from 3 fingers to pulling my hands and putting it in her mouth TV remote and the likes I recently bought some silicon teeter she dosnt like it cause its too wide 1 Any reason why she loves putting stuffs in her mouth 2 Any recommendation on what I can get for her

Thanks all Appreciate

Infections

HI All Can a lady get infected by spreading her underwear in the bathroom after washing the normal toilet and bathroom together

Hi I believe the real danger is not in the actual act of spreading the underwear provided the underwear is well clipped to prevent it from dropping to the floor in the bathroom The danger however minimal might lie in not letting the underwear properly dry before use There might be some degree of discomfort in the use of damp underwear Also infections as you probably know are caused by microorganisms and moisture is a growth promoting factor for microorganisms It is therefore perhaps not the best idea to use damp underwear Wherever you choose to spread underwear just ensure that it is well dry before use

Sexual Health

Hello Lately whenever I have have sex with my partner I ejaculate really fast at times I dont last 5mins What is going on This is really bothering me

Hi I can understand how distressing your present experience might be This could just be an incidental situation that will subside after a while this has been noted in some people and after a short while everything returns to normal Also it could be due to some recent developments or changes in your life mental instability and disturbances can have effects on your sexual life and in a lot of cases when these issues pass things return to normal Relaxing yourself before sexual intercourse putting your anxiety behind you will help in tackling this the more anxious you are the worse it becomes There are also sprays and creams that can help in delaying ejaculation you can visit a pharmacy to get these If the situation persists after trying all of the above then I will advice that you see a doctor for evaluation to ascertain a good line of management Thanks

General Health

I have nasal congestion that gives me headache and fever after treating malaria and typhoid still on typhoid meds tho What should I do

Hello Good morning Sorry to hear about your worries This rainy season is usually accompanied by a lot fo catarrh and nasal congestion they are mostly viral and would clear You could be having some form of allergy which is leading to the congestion I suggest you increase your fluid intake to at least 25 to 3 litres daily Ramp up on your fruits especially the citrus based fruits they help a lot by providing vitamin C Endeavour to complete your medications and make sure you get good rest and sleep If it persists you should go see the doctor

Sexual Health

Hi Please I would like to know why I always feel pain around my lower abdomen every time I have sex even to the point that I have to hold my abdomen for the pain to reduce a bit Sometimes it comes a very sharp pain unconsciously and might even span for more than a day

Hi Terrible sorry to hear about this symptom that you are having Pain after intercourse is called dyspareunia Because there are a wide range of causes for this of which many require some form of tests to be identified my best advice is that you see a specialist who will examine you and recommend appropriate investigations Please kindly do this urgently Kind regards

Women's Health

I didnt see my period

Good Morning There is no need to panic if you have had any unprotected sexual contact in the past few weeks you should go and run a pregnancy test There are home kits that are sold in pharmacies that you can use or you can go to a lab and do a blood test If they come back negative then its also possible that for some reasons the period gets delayed skips or doesnt show up as usual It doesnt mean that you are sick or something Different things like stress diet drugs weight loss etc can affect your period So dont panic just follow the advice and update us Thanks

Infections

I have a a burning sensation anytime i urinate I dont have a discharge and I dont have a blood in my urine I know its an infection or sort I complained to the pharmacy I was given a particular antibiotic TINIFLOXACINits working and its reducing the sensation but I a scared its almost finish and I still dont have a full cure whats drugs can you prescribe to me please

Hi sorry about this experience I will advice that you go to a hospital and have a urine test done to ascertain what is responsible for the infection The tests will let us know the organism causing the infection and also tell your doctor the best drug that will ensure its cured Thats the best option for you to take Kindly discontinue the drug you are using now and also ensure you tell your doctor about the drugs you have used so he can manage you appropriately I am sure with that line of action you will get respite

Sexual Health

Had infection sometimes last year used different drugs but nothing worked and am a bit worried but for the past few months no funny discharge no smell but sometimes feel my V area dry n peeling What might be the cause n what can I use

Treatment of infections in the private parts require using the right drug antibiotics for the right duration of time Otherwise the infection will not go and becomes even more difficult to treat Right now i would suggest you go to a hospital where tests will be carried out and the right drug for the right amount of time will be prescribed for complete treatment Seeing a doctor will help to know what exactly is causing the drying and peeling And not treating the infection completely may be causing some quiet and irreversible damage I hope this helps

Women's Health

I didnt see my period

Hello Good morning There could be a lot of reasons why you have not seen your period Firstly you may be pregnant if you are sexually active so you might want to do a pregnancy test Stress is also known to be a cause of delayed periods so you may want to check if you are under any form of stress and adjust It could be a hormonal Too much fat or too little fat can cause absent menses It can be an infection going on kindly visit a doctor for a proper evaluation I hope this helps

Sexual Health

Does premature Ejaculation has anything to do with the quality of ones semenis that what that is preventing me from getting my wife pregnant Please I need an honest answer Its been a year plus now

Good morning dear premature ejaculation and sperm viability are quite distinctwhile premature ejaculation can cause sexual dissatisfaction because it reduces the duration of penetrative sex before orgasm the quality of semen produced actually determines if fertilisation will occurGiven that you have tried to get pregnant for a year now I would suggest you engage in penetrative sex atleast 3 times alternate day pattern in a week with your partner In the meantime you and your partner can visit a reproductive clinic where a thorough screening could be done to ascertain the cause if any

Women's Health

I didnt see my period

Hi I understand this issue may be causing you some distress Therefore Ill suggest that you first of all try to relax Its important to know that the menstrual cycle can be within a 2135 day period While Im not sure by how many days you havent seen your period if you are within this range theres little cause for worry You should also know that there are several reasons like stress and increased physical activity that may cause a delay If you had unprotected intercourse you can go to a pharmacy near you to purchase a pregnancy test kit If you had unprotected intercourseI would advise for future purposes that you kindly use protection largely to prevent the risk of contacting sexually transmitted diseases Kind regards

Sexual Health

Does premature Ejaculation has anything to do with the quality of ones semenis that what that is preventing me from getting my wife pregnant Please I need an honest answer Its been a year plus now

Hello Good morning Sorry about your problems Premature ejaculation really does not affect the quality of sperm When we talk of quality of sperm we are looking at things like the number of well shaped sperms the number of motile sperms the number of deformed sperms As regards your wife taking in despite it been over 12 months Is sex regular at least three times a week Is your wife aware of her cycle length and when she is ovulating Are you both on any form of medications Does your wife have any infection these are some of the questions that need to answered I advise you both see a specialist who will order necessary investigations and treat you

Sexual Health

I had sex with someone a long time ago Wasnt comfortable so I took some antibiotics But for about 2 months now My testicles have been feeling heavy and uneasy It happens on and off Whats can I take To feel much better

Hi I am not sure of the reason why you took antiobiotics after the sexual contact you had but antibiotics should not be taken without the prescription of a doctor and after appropriate evaluation What you are presently feeling might be totally unconnected to the sensation you have in your scrotum Is it swelling painful or emitting any fluid It might also just be incidental If you feel too uncomfortable with the sensation I will advise that you have it checked physically by a doctor

Women's Health

I have been having this very chronic lower abdominal pain for more than 8 years now I have gone to the clinic severally but nothing is wrong The comes maybe after menses or intake of sugary drinks When it started newly I had to go for appendix surgery but still the pain comes and goes When the pain is therei cant sit on a bike or climb the stairs What could be wrong

Hi I am sorry about your experience did you run any tests when you visited the clinic for the pains you are having Were you physically checked You said the pain gets worse when you are menstruating does this happen after you are done before or during the menstruation Kindly help clarify

Women's Health

I have been having this very chronic lower abdominal pain for more than 8 years now I have gone to the clinic severally but nothing is wrong The comes maybe after menses or intake of sugary drinks When it started newly I had to go for appendix surgery but still the pain comes and goes When the pain is therei cant sit on a bike or climb the stairs What could be wrong

The pains comes like two weeks after menses Maybe on the right or left side of the lower abdomen

Women's Health

I have been having this very chronic lower abdominal pain for more than 8 years now I have gone to the clinic severally but nothing is wrong The comes maybe after menses or intake of sugary drinks When it started newly I had to go for appendix surgery but still the pain comes and goes When the pain is therei cant sit on a bike or climb the stairs What could be wrong

Alright You didnt tell me if you had done any tests or gotten examined by a doctor

Women's Health

I have been having this very chronic lower abdominal pain for more than 8 years now I have gone to the clinic severally but nothing is wrong The comes maybe after menses or intake of sugary drinks When it started newly I had to go for appendix surgery but still the pain comes and goes When the pain is therei cant sit on a bike or climb the stairs What could be wrong

Yes I have gone for tests including an abdominal and pelvic scan The doctors say Im fine They give ibuprofen for the drugs then the pain goesmaybe till the next month It doesnt occur frequently maybe once in a month or once in two months I feel it gets worse or I have a tendency of the pain I take sweet drinks or sugar or some foods snacks

Women's Health

I have been having this very chronic lower abdominal pain for more than 8 years now I have gone to the clinic severally but nothing is wrong The comes maybe after menses or intake of sugary drinks When it started newly I had to go for appendix surgery but still the pain comes and goes When the pain is therei cant sit on a bike or climb the stairs What could be wrong

Well I will advice that you see another doctor and have another scan done There are a couple of things that might be causing such pain in the places you mentioned I doubt if they are exactly linked to your consumption of sugar I believe getting another evaluation from another doctor and a scan from somewhere else should help identify the exact cause of the pain Lets see what happens after you follow this advice

Women's Health

I have been having this very chronic lower abdominal pain for more than 8 years now I have gone to the clinic severally but nothing is wrong The comes maybe after menses or intake of sugary drinks When it started newly I had to go for appendix surgery but still the pain comes and goes When the pain is therei cant sit on a bike or climb the stairs What could be wrong

OK thanks

Men's Health

I have an itch around my right butt and thigh Its been the case for over five years Ive run tests for STDs they say I have none Worried About to be sexually active Can I pass this thing to my partner What can I do

If you are still unable to get rid of the itch it is advisable to delay being sexually active As at now there are well over 30 STDs if i am not grossly underestimating Maybe the STD tests carried out were not encompassing enough There are STDs of bacterial origin viral origin fungal protozoa And the list keeps increasing I would advice you visit a good hospital see a doctor who will check the rash and probably require you to do a more detailed test I am sure that after this you would get to the root of the matter Thanks Hope you find this helpful

Men's Health

I have an itch around my right butt and thigh Its been the case for over five years Ive run tests for STDs they say I have none Worried About to be sexually active Can I pass this thing to my partner What can I do

Five years is a long time to have an itch without knowing the cause What triggers or worsens the itch Maybe when you eat or drink something in particular or when you come in contact with something if thats the case you might have some form of allergies Whats your skincare regimen like Do you generally have dry skin If yes you should consider using a generous amount of moisturizer immediately after taking your bath especially while your skin is still damp drink lots of fluids to stay hydrated You might also consider changing you soap to a milder soap and improve you general hygiene and also around the area What is the skin around the area like Is there any rash or unusual skin changes A rash if present is most likely on account of a recurrent infection A visit to your doctor or a specialist dermatologist will definitely be helpful in ruling out other conditions like eczema or atopic dermatitis which are some other skin conditions that might cause itchy skin

General Health

Have been having this pain under my abdomen it happens once in a while and makes me uncomfortable and when it happens i tend not to walk well I have been treated for ulcer years back but i dont know what is the cause of this

Causes of lower abdomen pain are varied The pain may be negligible or could be a sign of something ominous or quite serious In cases of recurrent pain in the lower abdomen it is important to get checked to exclude serious issues It is highly unlikely that the stomach gastric ulcers are the reasons for pain in lower abdominal area Gastric ulcers are usually located higher above or around the navel More information is required to know what is the cause of this pain Are you male or female How old are you Have you had any surgery in the past How would you describe the pain When do you feel it at rest or while doing something light or heavy exercises When you are hungry or after you eat I believe these are some of the questions your physician will ask and the answers plus physical therapy examination medical tests will help to provide a diagnosis and a treatment plan

Fitness

I have been having a lingering pain just below my knee along the shin for months now I think it started after I went jogging earlier in the year I am a TaeKwondo practitioner so I tend to move my legs a lot and I still get that sharp pain even after massaging it with oilscreams I did an XRay scan and it showed nothing as well I am totally confused and worried too Any help would go a long way I stopped jogging after the pain started

Hi I am sorry about the pain you are experiencing You might have stretched or strained a muscle or tendon around the area Thats most likely why nothing was seen on the Xray I will advice that you give exertive exercise and actions a rest for a while to allow it heal The more you use it the less the chances that it will heal on time So a few things Get an analgesic cream to apply to it Some ice will help Rest the leg so you might have to take a break till it gets much better Lets give this a trial and see if there will be improvements Take care

Nutrition

Is there any adverse effect to drinking a bottle of coke per day

There is no major side effect in taking coke everyday so far you are burning them out on dally basis It is not too good for someone who is not active most of the day

Fitness

I have been having a lingering pain just below my knee along the shin for months now I think it started after I went jogging earlier in the year I am a TaeKwondo practitioner so I tend to move my legs a lot and I still get that sharp pain even after massaging it with oilscreams I did an XRay scan and it showed nothing as well I am totally confused and worried too Any help would go a long way I stopped jogging after the pain started

From what you described its like you stretched a ligament or tendon I think you should do another xray to be sure theres no chip fracture because sometimes they dont show up early on the xray If the xray is fine then you can get a knee brace that will allow you to rest the joint with a limited range of motion However if pain persists after resting the joint for over a week please see an orthopedic doctor so that the limb would be properly examined

Mental Health

When Im shocked surprised or I remember something all of a sudden I get terrible chest pains

Hello dear By chest pains do you mean your chest feels tight or you feel a sharp pain or a crushing sensation It could be different things a heart problem asthma or even a psychological thing Please kindly see a Doctor for proper examination to know the exact cause of the chest pain

General Health

I have nasal congestion that gives me headache and fever after treating malaria and typhoid still on typhoid meds tho What should I do

Hi dear Nasal congestion could mean different things It could be a viral infection which should clear on its own but it could be allergic too Check your environment Are you reacting to things like dust or house dust mites do you notice your nose gets congested when youre exposed to some certain substances If yes avoid them and youll be fine It could be a bacterial infection too Kindly complete your typhoid meds and take more fluid fruits and veggies If symptoms persist kindly see a doctor for proper examination

Nutrition

Hey Doctor I have a friend who takes caffeinated drinks hot coffee mostly to read and do other technical stuffs Can she ever go high on this I mean when does it become unsafe for her She takes few cups every day

A few cups is still okey for her but if perhaps she has any of these symptoms when she takes them she should stop or cut down on the drinks Headache trembling hands dizziness or her being aware of her heart beating fast

Sexual Health

1 I have been married for 12 months now and my wife is not pregnant yetwe both target her ovulation period and still same thing please what can I do and the cause of this because am the one that disvirgin her after our wedding 2 About 5 month into our marriage I start having Ejaculation after I was robbed of 19m and I think I should have been over it but it still persist my complains cus she does not use to cum most of the time and she know know how long i last before and am not happy at all pls is there a solution

Hi For your second question you seem to be really stressed about your being robbed of that huge sum of money Im sorry about that Your ejaculating earlier than usual could just be a manifestation of that stress Kindly discuss what your are facing with your wife communication understanding and support from your partner helps sexual function Also try to relax when youre about to have sex with her Work more on foreplay and dont be too anxious that it would happen again You should see some improvements with these

Men's Health

Hey Docs Whenever I attempt to use condoms during sex I find that the latex is too tight and I am soon losing my erection I am thinking of getting a bigger size of condoms but I honestly do not know what brands to ask for

If you are certain the reason for your loss of erection mid sex are the tight condoms then as you have said you should get bigger ones Different brands and sizes are sold at pharmacies and a chat with the store keeper or pharmacist on duty will help you to decide the right one for you

General Health

I have pain in my knee each time I squat sit or bend my knees What could be the probable cause or the likely way out

Hi sorry about your experience Is this pain in the new or has been recurrent for a long while The pain could be due to a strain too much weight or some sort of inflammation in your knee You could use analgesic creams to ease the pain to make it more bearable If you do hear any sound or movement in the knee I will also advise you see a doctor for physical examination to ascertain what the exact cause might be In the interim use of ice and analgesic cream might help to manage the pain

General Health

I constantly sneeze whenever I expose my chest even in absence of coldwhenever I drink cold water or bath with it Its actually in my Dads gene because he does that too and it just started in me which is very annoying I dont know if its a disease in my gene or blood please help me so I can eradicate it And also I sneeze at any slight pollution in the air

With what you have described it seems you are react easily to irritants in the air and have low tolerance to cold The best advice will be for you to avoid those things that cause the reaction in you There are people like that who have differing allergies to some substances and they can be passed down from parents to children in some cases That might be the issue here Protecting yourself and avoiding those irritations are your best bet in reducing it If it gets so bad that you start to cough find it difficult to breathe or get tired easily then you will have to see a doctor for evaluation to be sure if there is something else but if its just what you have explained then following the advice will be very helpful and useful You can ask clarifying questions if you are not satisfied Thanks

Sexual Health

I have itching in my pubic area and what looks like boils and slight pain when I pee What could be the cause

Hi sorry about your experience It will be a great decision for you to go see a doctor and have a test done urine test to know whats causing the pain when you are urinating The test will show the organism causing it and it will also let your doctor know the most effective drug to use for it The boil might or might not be related to the painful urination it could be due to an after effect of shaving or just incidental and does resolve on its own most of the time I hope you find this useful Take care

General Health

I constantly sneeze whenever I expose my chest even in absence of coldwhenever I drink cold water or bath with it Its actually in my Dads gene because he does that too and it just started in me which is very annoying I dont know if its a disease in my gene or blood please help me so I can eradicate it And also I sneeze at any slight pollution in the air

Hi PP Sorry to hear about these symptoms You should understand that this is largely your bodys response to what are known allergens It does not mean you have a disease people just have different levels at which they can tolerate certain substancesconditions Having identified your triggers it is highly important for you to protect yourself as much as possible from them As far as the sneezing or other associated allergic symptoms are concerned you might want to consider visiting a pharmacy near you to get options on what medication to use to help alleviate the symptoms Please be sure to request for medication that is nondrowsy in case you have a really active daily schedule Kind regards PP

Sexual Health

I have itching in my pubic area and what looks like boils and slight pain when I pee What could be the cause

Hi Sorry to hear about these symptoms If you have had unprotected sexual intercourse in the past few months you might want to consider visiting a hospital to run tests Please note that these tests are important in order to avoid treating the symptoms you have described blindly Different organisms can cause the same set of symptoms and the treatment must be specific in order to be quick and less burdensome for you While these symptoms may not be the result of recent unprotected sexual activity I would as a side note recommend that you kindly protect yourself with condoms whenever you want to have sexual intercourse Kind regards Its important for you

General Health

A RVD patient who is on ARV TDF3TCEFV for few months started experiencing some strange signs and symptoms such as Swelling of legs with pains and increased body temperature only at night What could have been the cause and what remedies can be administered

Hi Those are not side effects usually associated with the drug you have mentioned It should be noted that people using Antiretrovirals can be susceptible to other forms of infections and diseases like everyone else I will advice the person to go back to the clinic to see the doctor also to get screened for Tuberculosis and to have a Kidney function test done The person should not stop the drug for any reason unless instructed by the attending doctor Thanks

General Health

What are the best fast relieving drugs to use for sore mouth The whitish swollen stuff by the sides inside the mouth

The sores in the mouth occur in a lot of people for no known cause and most times heal on their own within a week Usage of warm water and salt can help expedite the healing there are also mouth gels that can help in its management and make it more bearable It might helpful to avoid peppery foods to reduce its irritation Any of the above stated things will help in getting it to heal quickly and reduce the pain

General Health

What are the best fast relieving drugs to use for sore mouth The whitish swollen stuff by the sides inside the mouth

As a followup up if the mouth ulcers keep occuring too often then you should see a dentist to help find out the probable cause and for evaluation on what to do but most cases are not things to extremely worry about