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Suggest remedy for severe abdominal pain caused by pelvic cancer
Hi my name Julie Hughes I am looking for help for my daughter she had cervil cancer wen she was 20 yrs old she had full pelvic cedar lance an now two stoma bags for her bowl an bladder she is now 30 yrs old an is in chronic pain night an day she is under pain team at the Christie hospital in Manchester she is on mepadome morphine cline paracetamol perablin dizipan fentnol nose spray heat packs on bk an front she is all burned were she puts hot water bottle on her bare skin it is so sad they say at hospital they can t control her pain no more an it going two get worse said she meltin inside an there nothing they can it so sad how shw suffer there must be someone who can help her thank you
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hi. sad to know that she is in so much discomfort. however from the details provided I am not sure of the present disease status and cause of pain.if disease is under control then probably dietary modification can help. such as for with low flatulence producing property.leaving the medical details for later, pain control still can be optimized. with technology advancement lot of new options are available such as nerve blocks. it can be done on opd basis by anesthesiology expert. there had been few studies where acupuncture has proved helpful in symptom relief such as pain.revert back with some details of her current disease status. (latest scan)looking forward for you response so that we can help her out
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What could be causing severe stomach pain, vomiting, shivering and feel exhausted?
Goog evening everyone. For almost two years now I m experiencing some strange crisis , about once a month. They usually last a all night : I have a severe stomach pain, and vomitting every other 30 or 40 minutes. I m also shivering and am really exhausted during this episodes, and can t eat or drink anything of course. And absolutely I can t lay down, or that cause another vomitting. Sometimes, I have a fever, and the crisis last longer and is worse. I ve seen several doctors, and get two echos and two MRI to search for stones, but nothing shows... If you have any clue that would really be helpfull to me. Thank you in advance.
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HIThank for asking to HCMAccording to you, you have this symptoms since last couple of years, this means this does not have any pathology, and this could be due to the functional conditions only, If I would be your doctor then I would treat you with "Chlorpromezine" 10 mg three times in day and this gives very good results, take care and have nice day.
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Is riding heavy bike after cervical disc replacement surgery not advisable?
my curvical disc replacement surgery done at C6 C7 level on 22 aug 12 successfully my age is 28 yrs and my name is ankit gupta i am having royal enfield bike ( 350 CC ) i saw in the internet that after surgery i cant ride that heavy bike doctor please tell me the right answer
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Hi, If you have been following the post operative rehabilitation programme regularly, then in my opinion , you should not have any problem in driving motorcycle. However I would prefer that you discuss this with your operating surgeon. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Gopal Goel, Orthopaedic Surgeon
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In my HSG test the left fallipan tube is not visible. Blood report is normal, no thyroid. Worried about injecting sperm. Suggestions
hello dr yesterday i taken HSG test in this test my right fallopian tube appeared to be normal bt my left fallpian tube is not visualised. after i show my report to my gynecologist said next time we have take another test that test was my husband sparm collect and inject with me that system wast not satisfied with me ,my last 3 months i had take the pregnancy treatment my gynecologist every month give ova shield taplet only without any scan.my blood report every thing is normal i have no thyroid problem also,i m worry about injection sparm not naturally and this system mostly become operation also i dont want what can i do next pls clear my doubt,my hsg report not satistied what can i do which one is correct pls tell me docter
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Hi thanks for your question.Your one tube on HSG is blocked, so chance of pregnancy are reduced by 50%.since you have not conceived by natural method of injection sperms into uterus. You have to go for artificial method of injecting sperms into uterus, the method is called as IUI.It too has only 50% chances of success as you have only one tube patent, and chances are that sperms will travel through that tube to fertilize the egg. If 3 cycle of IUI fails then you have to go for IVF,that is in vitro fertilization.Hope this answers your question.
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On ACC treatment, have back, whole body, stomach pain. Can Ayurvedic medicine Ashwagandham prove beneficial?
hello doctor my husband has ACC ,now he is in the treatment under tata hospital mumbai. but there is no proper medicine for ACC, now he suffering with back pain and full body pain ,doctor gave him some pain killer it leads stomach pain also, now we don t know what to do, he heared that aurveda medicine ashwagandam works for cancer , is it possible doctor please let me know what to do next
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Hi, Welcome to HCM, I have read your query, Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is an herb commonly used in ayurveda . Although it's not botanically related to ginseng, ashwagandha is often called "Indian ginseng" due to its supposedly rejuvenating effects. Ashwagandha is regarded as an adaptogen (a type of herb said to strengthen your resistance to stress while enhancing your energy). Often used to boost the immune system and acts as a potent antioxidant, especially after an illness or cancer. Research has shown that the herb is toxic to several types of cancer cells, and reduces side-effects from chemotherapy. Will recommend you consult your physician before starting any medications. Thanks
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Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? Thanks in advance.
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Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just cocaine but a combination of drugs. Cocaine narrows blood vessels (vasoconstriction). It can lead to erectile dysfunction. Few studies suggest that it has receptors on testicles and sperm. So, it can degenerate testicular tissues/or sperm quality, transfer from sperm to female egg and can lead to early miscarriage. Cocaine is a very fast acting drug which affects the nervous system and produces short-lived euphoric attitude for 15 minutes to an hour, but causes long-term damage to the body and brain like anxiety, depression, aggression, impairment of logic and critical thinking, heart problem, hypertension and decrease in bone density. Its half-life is an hour. So, it takes about an hour for half of the cocaine consumed to leave the body. But, with long-term use, the drug starts to accumulate in the blood and body tissues allowing certain tests to detect it in the system for an extended period of time. After a single use of cocaine, agents created by its metabolism can be detected in the urine for two to four days, and in chronic users, cocaine can be detected up to 12 days and highly concentrated cocaine can be detected in the urine up to three weeks. It can be detected in the saliva and blood for an average 12-48 hours. In hairs and sweat for an extended period of time, it can be detected. So, after all the above description, I do not know how your husband had cocaine, as a cocktail along with other drugs, or just cocaine? Secondly, how long he has been taking it? For you, have you been on alcohol, cocaine or smoking? If you had taken in the past, better to quit completely. My advice is, try to avoid drugs like cocaine, alcohol, ketamine, and MDMA completely for a couple of months before trying for pregnancy. Because, if the mother has an addiction, it has psychosocial effects on the fetus in addition to the drugs' side effects itself. Best of luck. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online -->
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Are there any side effects of lip reduction surgery?
Hi, Im having a lip travel reduction surgery wednesday Im really tired of my gum showing when I smile, alot of people are trying to talk me out of it b/c they say its dangerous l could possibly, if things go wrong be paralyed for the procedure is this true?
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Thanks for your query, i have gone through your query.the gummy smile can be because of increased width of attached gingiva or progruded maxillary and mandibular anterior or front teeth.The gummy smile or appearance of gums on smiling can be corrected by the gum surgery or orthodontic treatment.Consult a oral physician or an orthodontist and take an opinion. I feel you dont need lip reduction surgery.I hope my answer will help you, take care.
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What could painful lumps on ear suggest?
My 5 year old son hit his forehead on Sunday, there was an immediate lump and bruise. Since that the lump has subsided but he has developed a large lump behind his left ear (the same side as the forehead hit) he says it s painful.....is this a coincidence?
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Hi.This may not be a coincidence, as it is possible that he got the hit to the area behind the ear too. The bump behind the ear can be due to :-Hematoma-Abscess Ultrasonography and aspiration will give the diagnosis as well as this is a good treatment options. After complete aspiration he will need a tight bandage and a coverage under an antibiotic.
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Suggest treatment for severe pain in pelvic region
My pelvic area feels like I have some thing falling out severe pain two weeks ago I had to be cathed because I could not urinate for over 24 hours and now I hurt so bad two months ago my kidneys shut down for no reason no one takes me serious I get treated like I just want pain drugs I just want to know what s wrong I had a complete hysterectomy in 2008
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Hello, As of now you can consider drugs like tramadol for pain relief. As a first line management, you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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Rashes on ankles, spreading to knees, headache, neck stiffness, low grade fever. Remedy?
I have a rash that started on my ankles and is spreading up my legs to the knees. Blood tests have ruled out Rocky Mountain spotted fever and my WBC count is fine. A few days prior to the rash I was experiencing neck stiffness and headaches and a low grade fever periodically. I still get the headaches but the neck stiffness has improved as has the fever.
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HIThank for choosing HCMThe first possibility would be viral fever, supportive =, symptomatic management would give relief, if after few days condition becomes worse then further investigation would be needed, for the supportive and symptomatic medicine, you can take any antipyretic agent with second generation antihistamine, do not try steroids, if it is viral infection the this will take at least week or ten days for cure, have nice day.
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Calcium build up in abdomen and split into a wound. Any prognosis as it is leaking and has odor?
I have just read your information about calcium buildup inthe body. Specifically in the abdomen. My mother-in-law who is ninety has this. We have seen CT of the abdomen and there are large amounts of calcium buildup. There is so much that the skin in the area of the buildup was very hard, and this was about 1 1/2 years ago. Just recently this area of the abdomen has split into a wound about 2" long and 1/4" wide and 1/4" deep. Is there any prognosis for a wound this size, which is leeking and has an odor?
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HIThank for asking to HCMThis is not the actual "calcium" but this could be a calcification, in old age with the multiple medical problems the calcification are very likely, for your next query the prognosis is depend upon the diagnosis and the over all clinical condition of the patients, take care of lady and I would be glad to answer your next query if asked with the complete details, bye.
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What causes pain after gallbladder surgery?
Just have gallbladder surgery 2/12/2014.I am having the same pains as I had before surgery.My doctor says it s normal to feel this way and I will be fine.Said the operation went well,no problems.Yes i did have gallstones,many according to Dr.What can this be?
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Hi ! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.Even though it is too early to comment on this post operative pain in your abdomen, if I were your doctor, I would advise you for a review ultrasound abdomen to rule out any left over stone in the common bile duct as there were multiple gall stones as per your history. Also the condition of the pancreas could be known from the ultrasound report. I would also advise for some routine blood tests for you like CBC, LFT, and also a serum amylase and lipase estimation. Further management depends on the reports of the investigations.I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.
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Is CPK with 220 range related to fibromyalgia?
My son 6 and half years old..his cpk range 220 and keep complaining me pain back side of the knee please let me know what would be this? is this any chronic or curable...somehow iam also suffering with fibromyalgia( though iam having pains allover body)..is my kid s cpk levels are related to FM please advice me whom to consult for this,,,,iam so panic...is this Curable? please help me out.regards jyothi
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HI having elevated CPK denotes involvement of muscle- may be inflammation/infection/trauma .Usually, fibromyalgia involves many groups with severe excuriating pain episodes as you are aware
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What causes staph infection in a 10 year old?
My son has a urine dip in Dr office on Tuesday and they said there were minimal white blood cells in urine but not too concerned. Sent urine off to lab and received a call today that my 10 yr old sons urine culture came back that staph was found. He says this is not a common occurance and he want him to see a urologist. Any ideas what could have caused this??
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Hi.... with the pus cells in the urine routine being normal and staphylococcus growing in the urine culture, I feel that it is only a contaminant. You need not worry about this.Moreover you have not said anything about high grade fever, pain in the abdomen, pain or burning sensation while passing urine and vomiting, which are the signs of urinary infection.So I feel that this is not a urinary infection and the urine culture is growing only contaminant.Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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What causes severe pain and muscle spasms in the shoulder despite taking Aleve and Motrin?
I am having severe back shoulder blade stabbing pain and unbearable muscle spasms. I have tried Aleve, Motrin and topical icy hot rub. Also, I have tried a heating pad and also an ice pack. Nothing works for more than 1/2 hour. I have been having this for 4 days with no relief. Is going to the ER something I should do to get relief.
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I will suggest you to take Ayurvedic medicinetab yogaraj gugglu 2bd along with cap ashwagandha 1 tds. it will solve your problem
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What relieves the pain in the anal region due to sex?
Please write your query here Dear Doctor...m a gay guy of 24 years old so iv bin havin a problem wth my anas 4 3 months nw.m nt having sex anymore n Im craving now.im from da doctor last month he said its paals n gave a salf to applay.so I mustubate every night.
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Hi, the pain is likely due to the sexual activity.You should avoid anal sex as rightly told by your Doctor. You can indulge in other ways of sexual activity which do not involve penetration which can lead to complications as have been in your case.Masturbation is alright if done once to twice a week. More than that can also lead to problems.All the best and hope you recover soon.Take care,Dr Rishi, New Delhi, India.
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Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion.
Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect.
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Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it was only two drops. 2. We usually do not go for emesis (vomiting) for phenol poisoning cases. Because, it is a volatile compound and causes vapors entering the lungs through the airways. 3. As it was only two drops, I do not think it may cause much trouble. If he feels short of breath contact me back, otherwise fine. 1. He should avoid re-exposure. 2. Rule out if there is some sort of suicidal ideation due to depression or anxiety and take him to a psychiatrist for physical evaluation. For further follow up consult a general practitioner online.--->
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Q. How can I treat the bumps on my genital area?
Hi doctor, I am 22 years old. I have bumps recently appeared on my genital area about two weeks ago. I am not taking any medication till now, and there are black spots in that area. But I am not sure.
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Hi. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). These white bumps are molluscum contagiosum. It is a viral infection. It is contagious and spreads from person to person through contact. It is treated with various modalities like electrocautery destruction, cryotherapy, topical KOH (Potassium hydroxide) application, and chemical cautery. You must meet your Dermatologist for treatment. Please get it treated as early as possible. For more information consult a dermatologist online -->
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Cause and cure for red blisters on fingers and fever
36/f/tx went 2 the er mon. with blisters on my left middle finger and red streaks down my arm. I was told herpectic whitlow w/o blood test. gave anti-viral and anti-bio meds and sent home. Now can't barely move my hand or arm, red into my armpit and slight fever. should I go back.... My reg. dr. won't do anything
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Hi I did review your concern,It appears that you probably had herpetic whitlow that has been complicated by superseded bacterial infection.I would recommend visiting nearest doctor or ER and getting the lesion evaluated for signs of purulent infection and starting antibiotics for bacterial infection in addition to antiviral treatment.I hope this helpswish you all the bestThank you for choosing healthcaremagic.
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Is it normal to have back pain due to dancing that worsens on running?
I'm on a college dance team and we have to run a mile 4 times a week. I've had lower back pain for some time now from dancing but since I have started running the pain has increased a huge amount. I have noticed that running up hills makes the pain worse. Is this common and is there anything I can do to help it?
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Hi,This could be normal this is the first time being exposed to sports of such an intensity. It is generally better to do exercise incrementally. I suggest you get some anti inflammatory drugs for now and stay calm. I think its no serious condition. Kind regards and no worries for now.
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Which method is more safe for a colonostopy, phosphate based prep or magnesium based prep?
I may need to have a colonostopy and am very concerned about the prep. I have read that the phosphate based prep can cause kidney damage. I have also read that there is a magnesium based prep that is much safer. Also is there a reliable alternative to the procedure itself. Your thoughts.
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Hi. Both preparations are safe as we have never seen any reaction or side effects as mentioned by you. Yes, there are alternative procedures for colonoscopy. One is called Virtual colonoscopy , done with the help of more modern fast multislice CT Scans where only air is insufflated, no actual tube is passed. Another is camera endoscopy , wherein you have to ingest a capsule camera and stay in the hospital. Only problem with both the alternative procedure is no biopsy can be taken. I hope my answer has satisfied your query.
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What treatment should be taken for pimples on my face ?
hi, I am a 13yr old girl.....and i have started to get some pimples on my face ....and this happens only during the summer season.I stay in chennai now. So i want to know why am I facing this problem and what can be done to overcome this problem...
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Hi Shweta, Welcome to HealthcareMagic Forum. I would like to let you know that it is common at this age. Kindly do not worry as it could also happen due to Hormonal Imbalance. It is not related to any season. You may want to drink plenty of water and avoid stress. You should be getting yourself examined by a Dermatologist so that he can examine you thoroughly and Prescribe medications if necessary. Exercise regularly and eat healthy nutritious balanced diet like Fresh fruits and Green Leafy Vegetables. Wish you Good Health, Take Care.
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What causes soft tissue swelling in the legs and tightness from the hips to the knees?
my wife is 59 years old and has soft tissue swelling in her legs from the hip to the knee skin is tight and painful has been checked for clots and blood flow but no problem she has fibromyalgia but nothing else family doctor does not offer any solutions please help Thanks Phil
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Hello, Consult a physician and get evaluated, we have to rule out conditions like renal dysfunction and low protein which can cause similar symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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What is the cause and treatment for intestine infections?
Hello..doctor.I am suffering with intestine infections for every 15 days. Every time I was medication with nor metrogyl tablets..how can I stop prevent it. Can these leads to any cancer .my age was 27. Is it food problem,or having bacteria in my intestine.
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Hi,Welcome to HCM!I am sorry to lean about your problem.Since you are suffering from recurrent intestinal infections despite taking regular medicines, I strongly suspect the source of your food. Change the vendor from which you get your food. Also, ensure your food is properly boiled. If your maid makes food, ensure she has clean hands and is herself not suffering from infection.If despite all these measures, you are still having infection, you might be suffering from some other disease such us Inflammatory Bowel disease, Malabsorption syndrome or Tropical/non-tropical sprue. These mimc intestinal infections but are due to other causes.You might also be having abdominal Tuberculosis.I'd strongly suggest you to visit a gastroentologist and get thoroughly examined and investigated to find out the cause.Wishing you a speedy recovery.With warm regards,Dr. Sridhar Reddy
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What causes yellow semen and difficulty in ejaculation?
Hi this is kashif i have problem my semen look like yellow jelly my abdomine ultrasound both kidneys and bladder normal but feel blockage and pain in discharge hope you guide me better
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Hello Thank you for trusting HCM There’s no need to be alarmed if your semen comes out a yellowish color. In fact, it’s very normal. As men get older the hue of the semen also changes. If you haven’t had an ejaculation in a long time you could also experience a yellow tint to your semen. It’s a good idea to take a leak before you engage in intercourse. When a man has an erection your urine stream is blocked, so that semen can pass through as the only discharge. However, traces of urine may leak through and cause you to have a more yellow ejaculate. Other reasons for yellow sperm are jaundice and leukocytospermia (high levels of white blood cells). These are normally accompanied by other bodily symptoms, so if you notice the yellow tint with abnormal symptoms, please consult a doctor. Thank you
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What causes dizziness and anxiety while having high BP?
I just had my bp checked at a Walgreens pharmacy and it read 150/100. I had a cup of coffee within the hour, but 8 hours ago, I did go walking for 3 miles too. My normal reading a month ago was 130/90. I cut back smoking and drinking. My question is this: the machine went up to 250 when tightening around my arm and came up with those readings. I do have anxiety. Would it be possible this reading isn t accurate? I m not dizzy and have no chest pains.
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The causes dizziness and anxiety while having high BP is the epinefrin effects.When you are stressed, anxious or just exercised a hormone called epinefrin is released in your blood. It's effect accelerate your heart beat, raise blood pressure, palpitations and could cause dizziness that you reported. This hormone works only for a few minutes, so if your stress goes away or if you rest for some minutes the epinefrin effects goes away too.Proper technique for blood pressure measurement requires rest for at least 10 to 15 minutes just to reduce the effects of epinephrine. Thus, when you measure your blood pressure outside the doctor's office, follow the routine of sitting and relax for at least 15 minutes before checking, furthermore, make two or three measures following with 5 minute intervals between such measurements.Following this technique, the measurement of your blood pressure will be more precise and not suffer much interference of epinephrine.Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help you. Wish you good health.
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Can elevated BP along with shortness of breath be signs of a heart attack?
My blood pressure was 169/122, on Saturday evening (it is Thursday, now). Ever since then, I have been short of breath and under my left pectoral has been sore, especially when I take a deep breath. Do I need to be looking at a possible heart attack? The ER dr did not seem concerned with any of that. They gave me steroids and my blood pressure dropped to 145/92.
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Hello, Regarding your concern, I would explain that chest pain which is modulated from deep breathing is typical of musculo-skeletal pain, not related to the heart. For this reason, I recommend taking acetaminophen or ibuprofen for the pain. If this situation persists, I recommend going to the ER for a physical exam and some tests: - A resting ECG and cardiac enzymes - Complete blood count, PCR, ESR - A chest X-ray study. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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How to treat oozing sore on elbow?
Oozing sore. My elbow was sore at gym. I was rubbing my elbow so hard, I rubbed a small piece of skin off while talking to friend. Didntbrealize it till I got home. I put some neo on it and bandage for 2 days. When I took ban age off I realized it hadn t scanned up yet so I neospored it again and banged it for another day. It started to itch around the bandaid. I took it off last night and looked at sore. It was itching. The small sore still hadn t scanned over. I put red antiseptic on it a nd peroxide un covered. It started to ozze but it feels like it is trying to heal. Any suggestions. It s was just some top layer skin rubbed off. May be infected a lillte.
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Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. Your symptoms seem to be related to the injury in the elbow.To treat the wound I suggest to:-Clean it with hydrogen peroxide -Use an antibiotic cream such as Neosporin cream for local application -Using a clean bandage to cover the area.I also suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the pain. Hope my answer was helpful.If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician
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What should be an adult male s heartbeat rate?
Myself Prabhu Nadar my age is 26yrs old, i had a query related to my heart. My heart beat in a normal condition is about 80beats/sec & in most of time i am able to feel the heart beat. is this indicate any problem. Pls reply with suggestion. Rgds, Prabhu M Nadar 0000
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Hi, The normal heartbeat of a healthy individual is between 70-110. So yours is normal. As you are saying that sometimes you hear your heartbeat, it can be normal or abnormal. You need to get an ECG done at the time when you hear your heartbeat. Also, get a 2D echo of heart to see for any underlying abnormality. I hope both come normally. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sameer Maheshwari, Cardiologist
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Is having indentation on top of skull, vision disturbance, severe headache be disorder?
Ive been having alot of physical problems and have notice a large indentation on top of skull leftside front. Vision disturbances, night sweats, severe headaches, burning of nasil left side, severe facial pain left side and many other on and off physical problems. Can this indentation mean any disorder medically?
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Hello,If the indentation showed recently and simultaneously with the symptoms it may indicate a medical condition. A bone lesion for example is a possibility. In my opinion you should be evaluated by your Doctor and most likely imaging studies may be necessary.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical
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Which cream make me acne free ?
Hello Doctor!!! i am 23yrs old... suffering with acne since 5-6 yrs.. and the acne was on face ,arms, chest and on back neck.Last year in june i consulted dermatologist ,and she prescribed ISOTRETINOIN CAPSULES( TUFACNE,TRETIVA,ACUTRET) and some face creams like BREVOXYL, DEMELON,DEPIWHITE,MELATITE FORTE, KOZIMAX and face wash EPISOFT.this treatment duration was almost 7 months and it gave better results. till 6 months i had a clear skin with good complexion,but from past 2 months again i observed acne,it was only on my face, the skin texture is very rough,and uneven complexion. again i consulted my doctor she prescribed me NADOXIN and SUPATRET 0.04 creams. am using it since from 1 month but there is no result , and found that acne got increased. got fedup with this acne,and making me feel shy to mingle with the people outside.lacking the confidence .every time the acne occurs i can t go and consult doctor, so please please doctor suggest some thing,i need a clear,flawless and beautiful skin.
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Hi Rallabandhi,Welcome to HCM.Acne may be due to pcos also if you have pcos then you need to treat that first or else any treatment for acne it will no cure.Get a hormonal test, thyroid test done.Along with that have healthy and nutritious food.Wash your face regularly atleast three to four times daily.If you have dandruff then you gat acne again so clear that.Take care.
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Suggest treatment for foot pain
I ve had Pain And discomfort in my left foot for several months. Bearable, but pain non the less. Along the outer side of my foot, There is a point which is quite painful if caught or pressed. I have had no swelling or bruising in the foot. The pain has gradually got worse, and unfortunately hasn t improved over the months. The foot now has a subtle pain whilst resting and can sometimes feel like it s aching. What could be the problem?
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Several features of pain can be helpful in clarifying what is going on and the next steps for diagnosis and treatment. Type of pain. Burning mostly means a nerve is having problems. This can be either a sick nerve or a nerve that has had an injury. Electrical, shooting would be others implying nerve source for pain.Location of pain. There is a lot to this. First, if something goes in the pathway of a nerve, then that is the nerve involved. Nerves are long and the pain is in a belt-like long pathway. Smaller areas are smaller nerves. This also tends to say what might be going on. Obviously if there was an injury to the area and then there was pain outward from it "hit a nerve" would be a possibility. Sick nerves are MULTIPLE areas and tends to be the TIPS of the nerve not the whole nerveWhat hurts. Moving a particular way that triggers the pain tells what is hurting. Specifically it can distinguish outward structures like skin, muscles, tendons, joints from deep structures like organs and nerves.`` Having a diagnosis leads to choice of medicine for the pain. Inflamed outer structures respond to treating inflammation. Inner structures need diagnostic tests because something internal is broken. MRI's.And, structures that cannot be fixed need adaptations. Physical therapy, pillows, supportive structures internal and external.
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Suggest treatment for constipation in baby
My 6 month old baby haven t make a stool for 60 hours. This is very unussual as he makes one every day. We have started with solids two weeks ago - riceflakes with HA formule and appelsauce. Baby seems also more upsett and does not sleep well. Shall I stop with solids for now? Or can you maybe suggest some better food to feed the baby with? How can I solf quickly his constipation? Shall I try appeljuice? Thank you.
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Hello and welcome to healthcare magic.It's very normal to experience change in baby's bowel habbits after weaning the baby to solid food.In infants absent bowel movements is normal for as long as 14 days provided that their abdomen is soft and they are otherwise we'll. As your baby is restless,Glycerine suppoisatray can be given via anus to make the bowels empty.After that I would suggest following to make his bowel habbits healthy> Give him prune juice.>Add more fluids.>Don't stop the solids completely but make them softer.Hope this answer is helpful.Good luck
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Can Epsolin 100mg be given to a child for twisting and pulling legs?
i take epsolin 100 twice a day regularly, at present my son of age 12 has the sympton of nerve pulling of leg , if he continues to move then his hands and legs twist and he may fell down so he stops for awhile and then moves, what i did is i gave him epsolin 100mg a tablet a day it suits him, but i didnot wnt to continue without any medical instruction, so my question is what shall i do?
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Epsolin is a drug with lots of side effects and complication. It should be strictly used only under physician's prescription. I would ask you to stop the drug at once. The problem your child is facing are mild cramps which will not require any medication. Only rest and balanced diet rich in fruits are required. If it continue consult a doctor and never give epsolin by yourself.
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Polycythemia vera. Elevated ff-rbc, hematocrit, platelet, BP. Is JAK2 test required, mortality rate?
hi.thanks in advce for this opportunity.my husband was diagnose without series of test.he was told that he has a polycythemia vera .the elevated are the ff- rbc ,hematocrit, platelet .do we need to undergo jak2 test? his cbc peripheral are normal.tns.best regrds..at the onset around january these year there is headache,and elevated BP-,and slightly elevated spleen .his 36years of age. how high is the mortality with type of disease.please enlightened me with this.im sorry i dont have any available cash on hand.
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HiWelcome to HCMJAK2 test is essential for diagnosis of polycythemia vera, as raised Hct, RBC, Platelets etc can also occur in other myeloprolifative disorders or sometimes in secondary polycythemia. Mortality occurs generally due to complications like thrombosis, haemorrhages, myelofibrosis or progression to acute leukmia. According to one study, the rate was 3.7/100Thanks..
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Suggest remedy for pain when suffering from carpel tunnel syndrome
Hi Doctor s. I have carpel tunnel syndrome on my left hand and it hurts bad. It s numbing and the pain shoots up my arm. It s feels like needles on my finger tips. I do have an appt to see the Hand doctor on Tuesday for a cortizone shot, but what can I do NOW to relieve the pain. It actually woke me from my sleep. HELP. Thanks...Edna
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It is an irritated nerve. While cannot say in your particular situation, generally ice pack, rest, brace, aspirin like drugs can all perhaps be helpful.
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Does pain in the breast and underarms while coughing post an injury need immediate medical attention?
I tripped over uneven pavement 2 weeks ago. Broken nose & very bruised & scraped. The PA at ER said if I could move my arm nothing is broken. I have pain in breast, under arm and when sneezing or coughing pain. Night pain, can’t lie on left side where pain coming from. Should I go to urgent care?
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Hello, There could be some chest injury. No need to worry. It will heal up with time. Just take good painkillers. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Anuj Gupta, Spine Surgeon
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What causes a sudden bruise on the left calf long after a foot injury?
Woke up with a big bruise on my calf about the size of a baseball..Its on my left side and already have issues with a foot injury a long time ago..I have had unexplained bruises before but not this big..Recently I ve been also battling a serious infection in my mouth from an injury a few years back , which dentists have said it s possibly a cyst..Is one of these a contributing factor or both?? I tend to drink a few beers I would say couple times a week..Im a 35 yr old man with most of the time pretty healthy , wasnt till recently the bruising is occurring more often..Plan on going to family doctor byt if it s more serious than i thought will go to the e.r.. Please any input would greatly be appreciated..Thank you for helping me and others with issues..Have a blessed day..
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Hello, It is just a collection of blood underneath the skin. Nothing much to worry and the symptoms will settle in a couple of days. As of now, you can try ice packs for faster recovery. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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Why is one unable to conceive?
i am a 29 year old female doctor by profession married for last 5 years. due to some reason(not medical) i had to undergo MTP 1 year back. i had also taken i pill twice near that period only. but all the time my periods were normal. now for last 2 months i am trying to concieve but not able to do so.shd i go for some tests?
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Hi,Just trying for two months and not able to conceive doesn't warrant immediate investigation.That fact that you have previously conceived , indicates that you are fertile. Also, only after 1 year of trying and then unable to conceive, would it be right to go for further tests.The chances of pregnancy after 1 year of trying are more than 85%, so please be patient and take folic acid, and hope we hear some good news soon.Get investigated only after 1 year of trying.Hope this helps.Regards.
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What tests are to be conducted for lumps found in abdomen and groin area?
Hi! I have had this lump in my abdomen for a couple of months now with no pain, I had an ultrasound and she said it looks like a lymph node at a little over 2cm. Another gritty feeling lump was found in my groin area... Is this something that will involve more test an something to be worried about?
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HI. The lymph nodes enlarged at such sites must be evaluated as there may be a primary reason.Request your Doctor that you want further investigation and particularly FNAC , that is fine needle aspiration cytology to get the exact diagnosis. If need be you can go for excision biopsy.
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Suggest treatment for sinus infection
I had an (untreated by antibiotics) sinus infection that seems to be going away, but still have non opaque, slight yellow tint, watery mucus coming from my right side sinus. It is slightly sticky and is coming out when I lean forward. It doesn't look like a normal runny nose due to the slight color and sticky feel. I started detecting the yellow color getting a little darker throughout the day today. Is this normal? Seems strange so I want to inquire about this fluid as it doesn't seem like the normal runny nose mucus. Any cause for concern? (Some background: I started getting sick Monday 6/19, peaked on Fri 6/23, and felt much better today, but concerned about the fluid I am seeing. I flushed the sinuses with Neil Med flush once on Saturday. The rest of the time, I used just a saline rinse to flush the sinuses, Vicks Vaporub on neck and chest, and lots of OJ and water. I also used Afrin metered dose spray on Thursday and Friday in an attempt to open up the blocked passages. The mucus was mostly thick, opaque light yellow (slight green the morning of Friday 6/23, but returned to yellow, with little sign of blood).)
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Hello and welcome to HCM. Presence of greenish thick greenish discharge indicates it is acute bacterial sinusitis.Though you may feel symptomatically better by using nasal decongestants,the infection may return.But you need not worry as it can treated by antibiotics.It is necessary to do antibiotics course besides having nasal decongestant to avoid further sinusitis complications.If I were your treating doctor,I would recommend--tablet augmentin 500 mg thrice a day for 5-7 days.(prescription drug)-steam inhalation with mucinex tablet twice in a day-continue nasal irrigation with normal saline.-gently clean and dry the nose.dont blow the nose hard.Hope this information helps. Thanks and regards
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Can the amalgams used to fix cavity be repaired?
I had an amalgam filling put into a lower first molar (2 surface) this morning. It broke on my way to work from the dentist. Is it possible the amalgam wasn't mixed properly? This office doesn't usually do amalgams, so maybe they're out of practice, so to speak? If it is replaced, does the entire filling have to be removed or can a mechanical bond be made by undercutting the prep?
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Silver amalgam fillings are an outdated concept probably earlier days with no other alternative available. You must also understand it mechanically interlocks with the tooth unlike modern day composite restorations which bond to the tooth directly. Wise option would be to replace with a composite restoration.
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What causes irregular heartbeat?
why does my heart beat fast at times but it feels like it is barely beating? and sometimes when i walk like at a regular pace it will start to pulse and i can feel it all through my finger tips....? it is almost like a shallow beat...? o yea i have had a ringing in my ears now for about half a year now and it hasnt seemed to have go away....Help!...please. i also have an arachnoid cyst in my head could this be causing any of these abnormalities?
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Hello There After going through your medical query I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that hear beat is ever-changing phenomenon depending upon your activity level, stress and physiological changes. Most likely you are facing anxiety which is why tinitis ( ringing in ears) is also there .It's recommended for you to take some anxiolytic for few days to relieve your symptomsHopefully this information will answer your query.Kind RegardsDr Bhanu Partap
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Q. I have moderate abdominal pain on left side with white balls in stools. What is my problem?
Hello doctor, I have a gastroenterology issue for over a month. I have a mild to moderate upper and lower abdominal pain on the left side. The pain also extended to my left leg. Also, I pass stool twice a day (diarrhea-like stool) with large white balls in it and I am facing weight loss. I took Trimebutine and Mebeverine for over four weeks (I have IBS), also I am taking probiotics and digestive enzymes. What is concerning me the most are the large white balls in the stool that are not mucus (they are quite firm) and the weight loss. Due to COVID-19, I want to avoid physically seeing a doctor, so please suggest a possible cause and treatment.
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Hello. Yes, you might be having IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) and you might have developed small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), with IBS which can occur commonly. In SIBO you get fat malabsorption which can lead to white stools. Can you please tell me whether you get greasy stools and bloating or not? Let me tell you that greasy stools are identified by a foul smell and floating on top of commode water. Also, share how much weight have you lost in how much time? I will start you on the treatment of SIBO, but meanwhile, we have to investigate and rule out other diagnoses whenever feasible for you. SIBO. CBC (complete blood count). C-reactive protein. TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone). Stool routine, examination, and culture. Stool for fat content. Stool for reducing substances. Colonoscopy or Sigmoidoscopy if needed in the future. Pseudomembranous colitis. Tablet Rifaximine 550 mg thrice a day for 14 days, Mebeverine thrice a day. Oral rehydration solution. Exercise. After two weeks.
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Is Meloxicam advisable for a heart and diabetic patient?
I am a type 11 Diabetic and have just had a stent implanted in my artery that was 90% blocked. I am experiencing a muscular leg pain from my buttocks through my thigh and down to my calf and shin. My question is haw harmful will and should I try Meloxicam?
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Hi,I can understand your concern with the medicine meloxicam.Meloxicam is just another NSAID and it decreases your pain and inflammation.So far your question is concerned,I will say that it is not contraindicated in diabetes and even in IHD but it should not be taken regularly and if you wish to take it for a longer period of time,you should get your kidney function checked every three months as with any other NSAID.My advice - As you are a diabetic,please check your kidney function every 3 months even if a doctor has prescribed it for a longer period.I hope,My answer is useful.Please do not hesitate to ask a counter question if required.Thanks,Dr.Prabhas Verma
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What is the treatment for gastritis and duodinitis ?
sir m prasad ihave suffering frm gastric and duodinitic plz infermation treatment
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Hi,Prasad, Thanks for query, Avoid alcohol and tobacco if you are taking. Avoid fried,chillies and junk food. Take milk diet,more buttermilk,butter, Take Omiprazole tablet daily. avoid stress. Ok and bye.
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What causes short term memory loss and severe depression?
My mother is 78 years old. In the last year and a half she has had a serious design in cognitive behavior. She is a retired school principal who, up until this, was active, organized and intelligent. She did, however, drink consistently for as long as I can remember. On most nights she would have 3-4 drinks. She started to have some lapses in short term memory and would often ask the same question several times. Her primary physician started to prescribe medication for this as well as for depression. (She had started having crying spells) She cut down significantly on drinking, but her cognition got worse. She was often unable to interpret her environment. This came on quickly. She was admitted to the hospital for a few days where no tests or real observations were done, but medications were added and she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. The medications started building up —- at this point she was on 16 different things including antidepressants, benzodiazepine, and Alzheimer’s medication. She is only seeing a primary physician and psychiatric nurse practitioner regularly. We did have an appointment with a neurologist who read her brain scan and said he only saw typical signs of aging— no shrinkage. While some meds have been discontinued, she is still on several, including the benzo. My step dad is taking care of her with some assistance from home health care. She often goes from being calm with some clarity to excessive crying and possible hallucinations throughout the day. She seems to get better, then regress. She is worse when she has a UTI, but even when clear, she is in somewhat of a state of delirium most of the time. I feel like no one is looking at the big picture with her. Is it possible that the doctors jumped to the Alzheimer’s diagnosis too quickly? Could medication be causing any of this?
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. If she is confused, disoriented, seeing things not visible to others, abusive, talking irrelevantly, symptoms worsening as day progresses then these may be symptoms of delirium. UTI will worsen delirium or can cause delirium. Delirium needs to be treated as soon as possible. Consult emergency department. Once her delirium symptoms are under control other symptoms can be taken care easily. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Which type of staph causes staph infection with tunneling?
what type of staph causes tunnels , I HAVE A FRIEND WHO has had a staph infection with tunneling for nearly a year. It was healing but lately has gotten worse and three long ones. What can we do to prevent cross contmination in her home. Should we add disenefectant to laundry ? what about her recliner, bedding. s
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Hello ,I understand your concern. I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious disease specialist, answering your concern.First of all you have to rule out the MRSA infection in your friend. MRSA are resistant to multiple drugs prescribed routinely. It can transfer amongst other member of the family. So bedsheet, towels, clothes and other materials should be properly washed and disinfectants should be added. All the species of Staphylococcus causes the same pathogenicity, so differentiating in species wont cause treatment simple.I advice you should do Antimicrobial sensitivity of the organisms and take the treatment accordingly. Take the complete schedule of the drugs to prevent cross infections.Glad to answer your further concern. We wish you a best health at healthcare magic. Thank you,Dr. Arun Tank
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Q. Does excess clearing of throat cause blood in sputum?
Hi doctor, I had pneumonia two years ago and I have recovered from it after taking antibiotics for 10 days. Two months back, I had bronchitis and a milder form of pneumonia. After a week of antibiotics I felt much better. Now, my main concern is that I have excessive phlegm with some traces of blood as I am doing sports. I am concerned, but at the same time I am not coughing. But I feel the need of clearing my throat quite often. I have good energy and I take vitamins during the day. Could vitamin B12, D complex, vitamin C, NAC and Omega 3 influence my situation? Is this normal? I have attached the x-ray of my lungs, which was done two months ago at the time of diagnosis of bronchitis and pneumonia.
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Hi. Revert with the details to a pulmonologist online -->
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What could the bump above the belly button be?
I just noticed a lump about an inch above my belly button. It doesn't really hurt unless I press it very hard and then it sort of feels like putting pressure on a tight muscle. I just happened to notice it in the mirror on Sunday -- but until then had not seen it. It's hard to describe the consistency -- but it's definite mass that's sort of bouncy... Now when I look at it, it sticks out sort of like a small golf ball but not that hard ... I am scheduled to go to my doctor for a quick check tomorrow. I'm hoping it's a BENIGN lipoma, cyst, even a hernia -- but am deathly afraid it's a malignant tumor or some sort .... Any chance it could be something that's completely HARMLESS? Any ideas?
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What you have described is likely a benign swelling .... but it needs evaluation by clinical examination followed by imaging and Biopsy as indicated by clinical findings
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How to stop dreaming about a particular person?
hello sir my name is shyamal and i want to ask you that actually i am fall in love with a girl 2 years before and now in these days i also see a girl in my dream always which is my office mate but i dont want to see her.cause i love my girl friend too much.help me doctor.
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Hello,Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query.You need to address the anxieties and this can be done with cognitive behavioural therapy. Do visit a nearby psychiatrist.In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below mentioned link:bit.ly/dr-srikanth-reddy
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What causes swelling on the left side of the waist?
What causes swelling on left side of waist? Hi I have a swelling my left side of my waist. I almost always feel like I need a poo but don t struggle going when I actually do need one. It is not painful just uncomfortable. I can feel the swelling if I run my fingers over my waist. Any suggestions?
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Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Where is the swelling exactly?? since when you're suffering from this?? Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. Please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Blocking urination with severe pain. History of having kidney stones, cured after berberis medication. Guide
Hello Doctor... I suffered from Kidney stone (5mm) on 29th april... after that I took berberis medicine for about 15 days and I got the Xray done and it didnt show any stone... after that I have been through two episodes like my urine keeps blocking and it causes severe pain... And I had to take voveran Injection to get relief from pain... Tomorrow I will be travelling in train for about 24 hours as I am going to my home town for the treatment... need to know, what medicine I can keep with me if I face pain again while travelling... Please help...
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Get,ultrasound scan(kub) done for localising,urine routine examination,avoid voveran tab ultraset,tab buscapan.
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Suggest treatment for pain after dental extraction
I had my wisdom teeth pulled almost 2 weeks ago and have dry sockets. I have been back to the dentist 3 times and they have packed it. Each time the packing came out, the most recent time was today and it already came out. Is there something I can use at home to help the pain and help heal it. I also got some clove oil and wasn't sure how it works to help it.
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Thanks for using Health care magic.Read your query ,For the dry sockets,since you are worried that the pack is coming out, I advice you to keep the area clean .Use Chlorhexidine mouth wash or do warm saline gargles.For the pain you can take painkiller (ibuprofen )as and when required.If the dentist has not put you on any antibiotic ,you can take tab Flagyl 200mg three times a day for 5 days.(If you do not have any history of drug allergy).If you are smoker ,avoid smoking as this will delay the healing of dry socket.Hope you have a speedy recovery.Thanks and regards.
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What is the large dark purple bruise on his lower right abdomen?
Hello, I noticed a large dark purple bruise on my boyfriend s lower right abdomen. He has not been hit or otherwise injured, and there is only slight pain to the touch. His gallbladder was removed two months ago, if that is any help. I am worried because the bruise came out of nowhere and seems to be getting bigger.
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Hi.Thanks for your query. Read the history about your boyfriend and understood it. There is a history of gall bladder removal 2 months back. and now a bruise on the same - right side of the abdominal wall for no apparent reason. The possible cause can be reactivation of an infection in the abdominal wall post-surgery. get an ultrasonography of the abdominal wall, X-ray to see if there is any Gas shadow. This indicates infection. Consult a General Surgeon and start on the treatment of antibiotics. If this does not settle with medicines , may need a drainage.
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Is slight constipation and pale stools normal in a child?
Hi, my 14th month daughter has been slightly constipated lately and really seems to struggle going and when she does the easiest way of describing them is that they look like nuggets! They are also very pale sort of yellow/beige is this normal? She s had green poo for ages and I ve started to give her more cow s milk and none of her formula milk, is this what could have affected her stools? Thanks
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Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic. I think your kid is having habitual constipation. I have certain questions and suggestions for you.Questions:1. Did your kid pass motion or meconium on day one of life?2. Since how long is the kid constipated?3. Does the kid have any bleeding along with hard stools?4. How much milk does the kid consume per day?5. Does the kid eat fruits and vegetables (fibre diet) appropriately?You can get back with answers at the following link -www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sumanth-amperayani/67696Regards - Dr. Sumanth Amperayani
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Q. Before urine test, shall we start antibiotic for UTI?
Hi doctor, My son is 20 months old. He is suffering from UTI. Since yesterday, he cries while urinating in the morning. He has fever for two days and cough and running nose for five days. The general physician gave Cefpodoxime oral syrup, but urine test has to be done tomorrow morning only. Should we start the antibiotic? No pediatrician nearby and we have to drive six hours to another town for the pediatrician. Please suggest me?
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Hi. Crying while voiding urine and fever might be due to urinary tract infection (UTI). Urine routine and microscopy needs to be done for screening and if it suggests infection, then urine sample for culture and sensitivity needs to be given and oral antibiotics has to be started. The culture report, which takes two to three days will guide the further use of antibiotics, if any infection positive. Antibiotics should be started only after giving off a sample for culture and sensitivity, if UTI is suspected. Giving urine sample for testing after taking antibiotics might alter the test report and delay the infection. For further information consult a child health specialist online -->
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Suggest treatment for abdominal pain
doctor prescribed me depraL FOR ONE MONTH. I COMPLAINED ABOUT SEVERE INTERMITTENT ABDOMINAL PAIN. MY SONOGRAPHY N OTHER REPORTS LIKE ENDOSCOPY ARE NORMAL.IT MAY BE BOWEL SYNDROME AS PER ANOTHER DOCTOR.AND DUE TO STRESS AS PER OTHER DOCTOR. I HAVE GASTRIC PROBLEM SINCE LONG AND IF GAS GETS RELEASED I AM NORMAL IF NOT STOMACH PAIN CONTINUES.WILL DEPRA-L TREATMENT IS WORTH TAKING THROUGH PSYCHIATRIST.
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Hello and WelcomeI appreciate your concern.Yes it would be worth while consulting a psychiatrist to alleviate your perception of your illness I would recommend a two week course of aPPI such as Pantoprazole and a pro kineticlike itopride to see for improvement, ifsymptoms persist then an endoscopy maydone in consult with your doctor to ruleout other causeswishing you best of healthThanks
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Should i be worried about the nausea after stopping birth control pill Femilon?
hi,is it ok to have nauseatic feeling after getting off femilon(birth control pill) after using it for 1.5 years. Left the pill in may before may periods.also got regular june period but after that also still feeling nauseatic.is it the side effect of leaving the pill
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HiNausea,vomiting and abdominal cramps are some of the side effects of contraceptive use.These side effects do not continue after stopping the drug.It is also not the side effect of leaving the pill.In the subsequent days any feeling of nausea and vomiting will reduce.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. RegardsDr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician
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What causes head fog?
am 44 and i feel very active from shoulders down, but my head feels fogy and not so much spinning dizzy, but an imbalance kidda like walking on a boat. if i sit im fine. it comes and goes. been told i have verticle but never felt so imbalencd like falling like now. i have anxites too so its hard to tell if its mental or what. Thank you..
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Hello, I would explain that anxiety can mimic all this clinical situation. But, before coming to this conclusion, I would recommend performing a cervical spine X-ray study in order to exclude possible chronic degenerations and consulting with an ENT specialist in order to exclude a possible inner ear disorder. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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Good moisturizer for dry skin
I m fair complexioned but my face is very dry specially when I wake up in the morning.. I can see the dry flakes specially around my mouth. Kindly suggest some moisturizer .
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Hi,rebecca,thanks for query.First of all drink plenty of fluids,take proper rest,use gentle soap.use good quality night cream available before going to sleep so this does not happen.Usually during night time due to dehydration skin becomes dry.So take care.
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Suggest treatment for knee pain and allergy to medicines
Hi I have lower leg pain just below the knee it is not the acl in the knee it is below that. I have a huge bulging blood vessel with bluing color not black and blue it is dark blue from the vein. I have all sorts of allergic reaction to drugs I take none at all I have high colestrol but can not take statins I had anaphylactic shock 5 times. I have changed my diet to fruits vegetable and fish and chicken I am on a diet of 1200 calories a day. I am 55 weigh 175 5 8 my job is active outside and inside. I swim but can not do as long as this pain is in my leg I actually can not walk on it either I have poison Ivy
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Hello,Generally, big blue vessels are varicose veins. Sometimes they ache locally. Often there is poor circulation and swelling in the limb out from where the varicose veins are.Allergy to one thing does not apply to unrelated things. Statins might all be related to each other but they would not be related to for example chicken. Other drugs for circulation or pain are likewise not statins. Lifestyle and really low fat, low sugar diets lower cholesterol, but the lifestyle actually has a better track record than the drugs for lowering health problems.Pain below the leg if there is swelling in the leg would imply circulation. This is mostly due to small clots and small problems BUT could be from LARGE clots which are a large problem and if the LARGE clot breaks loose and goes to the lung it can kill you. A reason to have it examined.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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What causes breathlessness in porter?
A case study: Is it work related? A 49 year old porter has been sick for 8 months with low back ache. He says he was injured back at work. His back ache has not improved with physiotherapy and analgesia. He has difficulty walking up and down the stairs and is breathless on exertion. His occupation history is seen below: • left schools at 16 years • had numerous labouring jobs in the construction industry for 20 years • worked on a tunneling project for 1year and a half • worked as a lorry driver for a beverage company for 8 years • worked as a hospital domestic assistant for 2 years • and has been employed as a hospital porter for 11 years What occupational hazard might account for his breathlessness? How would you assess whether his symptoms are work related or not? What are the possible causes of his back ache? What advice would you give him? Is he likely to return to work? What work might he be able to do? Briefly explain the differences between industry related (i.e. occupational and environmental) health problems in developed countries compared to those in developing countries.
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Hi and welcome in HCM.Working in dirty enviroment may cause some lung diseases.To determine the cause of breathlessness he should exclude first lung and heart diseases and should some some tests as follows:Hole blood countSpirometry with b/dilatatorsChest HRCTPPD testElectrolitesEKGCardiac ultrasoundFir the back ache may be e MRI of the thoracic spine.According to the above results the corresponding specialists (pulmonologist,cardiologist,neurologist) will decide further for the next step.If his breathing is better out of work this is a significant sign that it might be due to his work.Thank youDr.JolandaPulmonologist
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What is a lump on my butt cheek?
I have just noticed when I was in the shower that my lower left but cheek on the inside closer to the testicles that there is a lump there and I have no idea what it is when I push on it , it hurts , when I sit down it doesn't bother me much but I am just concerned about it , can anyone help me
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Hi.This can be an impending abscess or a boil.Do not press on it. Better to consult a surgeon , who by an examination can diagnose better and advise you medicines accordingly.Do not take this lightly as further possible complications at such a site are bad enough to make you bed -ridden foe a few days to weeks.
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Could abdominal cramps be caused by fibroid?
Hi my last period start on 6th Oct.12 and still i don t get periods yet.heavy abdominal cramp all the day and night time its terrible and unbearable.having 03 fibroid and largest one is 6 x 8 cm.I have done 03 home pregnant test and all negative.please advice..
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Hi! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.Even though abdominal cramps could be caused by very many factor including a food poisoning, the fibroid could also do the same specially if there is a hemorrhage inside the fibroid in the uterus. If I were your doctor, I would refer you to a gynaecologist for complete clinical examiantion, routine blood investigations, and then possibly motivate you for a hysterectomy (laparoscopic) which is a definitive treatment of the condition.I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.
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How to treat stomach pain in a 2 months old child?
I have a baby boy , 2 months old and doctor has suggested GNorm (SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII (LYOPHILIZED)) , as he is suffering for continuous latrine problem and he gets stomach pain also. Why is this Medicine used for? and does it have any side effect?
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hi Your baby had GASTROENTERITIS- MOSTLY VIRAL IN THIS AGE RESULTING IN LOOSE STOOLS AND ABDOMINAL PAIN. plEASE GIVE ORS FLUIDS 20ML/ STOOL TO AVOID DEHYDRATION,ITS SAFE TO GIVE PROBIOTICS AS GIVEN BY YOUR DOCTOR. HOPE IT ANSWERS YOUR QUERY
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Suggest treatment for baldness patches with hair thinning
Hi doctor i m 29 year male and suffering from thin hair from long. actually i suffered from typhoid when i was kid. after that i put up weight and hair got thinner, but from last some year i am out of home and got hair fall on large, now hair fall stopped but central area of head has baldness patches. can i use tugain 5% for hair regrowth?
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your case history you are having telogen effluvium, my treatment advice is - 1. Use a good herbal hair oil and shampoo for routine use. 2. Take good nutritious diet full of green leafy vegetables and milk. 3. Apply minoxidil 2 %solution twice daily on affected part.If problem persists then consult a dermatologist. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Suffering from stage 2 sarcoisosis & noticed gums turned out to be dark purple
My gums above and below my teeth where my blood vessels are turn a dark purpe sometimes, the gums are normal pink against my teeth and lips and tongue are normal..history 43 year old make..stage 2 sarcoisosis, no shortness of breath or anything drastic
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hello,thanks for consulting at hcm..buccal mucosa is the commonest site affected, followed by gingiva, lips, tongue and palate. Buccal involvement appears as a non-tender well-circumscribed brownish red or purplish swelling, as papules, or as submucosal nodules that can occasionally either show superficial ulceration or may be symptomatic. Gingival involvement leads to varied clinical presentations including gingival hypertrophy, gingivitis with or without gingival recession and gingivorragia, periodontitis and loosening of teeth.If u have r suffering frm above problms plz consult a oral medicine ad periodontitis for a check up and treatment..hp it helps,,tc
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What causes headache , heart flutter feeling and tiredness?
Hey there, I have recently had some heart flutters, feeling tired, a bit headachey and on my home machine my blood pressure reads 88/54. I think my home machine is about 10 points off (low). I suspect it is more like 98/64. Should I be greatly concerned?
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heart flutter is not a good thing ..i order ECG and haemoglobin check in such patients ..if both of these come fine next is echocardiography and thyroid profile
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Does vaginal brown spotting signify pregnancy?
On December 31, 2013 I received my menstrual cycle. I finished around january 5 or 6. Like about two, three days when I would wipe myself I would wipe something that look like a period but im not sure if it because of the fact that I finished like two weeks ago. Now im spotting. What could that mean? I am sexually active with my husband and we dont try to conceive a baby but he does let his business inside me.
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Dear member,Thanks for writing to healthcare magic.Sometimes infection in genitalia can cause spotting. It can also be implantation bleeding of pregnancy.as your period is due on 31 Jan you can do a urine test for pregnancy if you miss your cycle.Thanks.Dr Bhagyashree.
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Why am I unable to conceive since long?
Hi My Name is Chanel and I'm been trying to get pregnant for almost 2yrs now. I had an abortion 2 yrs agoand got on depo shot n swtiched to the pill, then found out I had gonoerra and got it treated but still can get pregnant. I was wondering what shall I do? I had 3 normal periods recently but not heavy
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Hi welcome to healthcaremagic.I have gone through your question.As you had history of abortion and gonorrhoea, I would advise to do histosalpingography HSG to rule out tubal pathology as a consequence of gonorrhoea and abortion.Hope i answered your question.Would be happy to help you further.Take care.
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What are the after effects of circumcision surgery?
Hello Doctor i need to do a circumcision surgery, please do let me know about the after effects and treatment days requered for this, as i am a 27yr old professional with busy work schedules,, how many days i need to spend on curing this properly...Regards,Vijeesh
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HelloThanks for query .You have planned to undergo surgery of Circumcision .This is a simple surgery done under local anaesthesia as a out patient procedure and does not require hospitalization .One can go home one hour after surgery .One has to take rest on the day of surgery and can resume work from next day .The dressing needs to be changed on 3rd post operative day .Normally we use absorbable suture material which get absorbed once the suture line heals up completely,Normally it takes 3 weeks for complete recovery and one can have sexual activities after 3 weeks .Dr.Patil.
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Suggest remedy for pain in the kidney area and back
i got punched in my kidney area about 5 days ago. the pain has calmed down, but it still hurts to walk, lay down, and i will even wake up during my sleep because there would be pain. when i touch where my kidney's at there will be pain in my lower back too. i am not urinating blood though, but i've been leaning to my left side to prevent pain also, and thats starting to mess up my back. what has happened to my kidney? how can i help it? and how can i prevent messing up my back?
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Hi and welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thank you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can.This may be is caused by urinary infection including kidneys infection or urinary stones so you should do urine analysis, urinoculture and kidneys ultrasound to rule these out which are most common causes. You should drink raspberry tea and plenty of water till you do tests. You should reduce salt in your diet as well, alcohol and carbonated drinks. In most cases this is self limiting but sometimes antibiotics are required and more invasive tests such as cystoscopy or pyelography or CT scan. Less common causes include tumors, glomerulonephritis and metabolic diseases.I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us in every time.Kindly regards. Wish you a good
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Taking Gabapentin for back pain, severe pain. Advice?
I take 900 to 1200 mg of Gabapentin for my low back pain - tomorrow I am having a Ablation of the nerve (for my pain) lately I ve been having VERY bad body pain (in my legs, elbows, hip-(left side only) sometimes I cry to get out of bed, but once Im up and moving the pain is much less. Help.....ps I also take a lot of meds for other things. if you would like a list of them please let me know. thank you
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hi wlcom to HCM the med u are taking is quite good for yours pain,but any how ,responce is not that good.u have sciatica of left side,due to compression of nerve in yours back.pl take vit D3 sachets,muscle relaxant,local diathermy,pain killers & b1b6b12 tabs.spinal extention exercises will help u. meditation & yoga , morning & evening walk is good for u.see ortho dr there. dr s k gupta drskg1@gmail.com
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What causes vomiting during chemo treatment?
my wife either gets vomitting sensation/vomits after every intake of food whether in liquid/solid form after she started to have chemo treatment. her doctor prescribed dom-dt 10 (domperidone dispersible tablets ) of morepen to be taken before food three times daily. Doctor, please let me have your valueable opinion in the matter.
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Hi. Domperidone acts on the distal end of stomach to increase stomach emptying. I would suggest that you add centrally acting anti-emetics that is drugs that act on the vomiting center in the brain to prevent nausea and vomiting. I recommend that you add ondanseteron tablet 8 mg thrice daily 30 minutes before meals and tablet prochlorperazine 5 mg thrice daily.Please discuss this with your doctor for prescription. If you have any further questions I will be happy to answer. Thankyou for choosing Healthcare Magic.
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Do Advil and Nytol cause infertility?
Hello, I took Advil pm for about 3 years due to insomnia however I notice it affects my period, actually it stops it completely, I observed this on about 4 different occasions. So last year I changed to nytol. Now I have been trying to conceive but don t seem to be ovulating I have ovulation tests for the past 3 months but it always comes out negative even though I see period every month. Could the Advil and nytol have something to do with it? Also at the time I was taking the Advil sometimes overdose and take 3 tablets of 25mg. Could this have affected my fertility and if yes how do I fix it? Thanks for your response in advance.i am really desperate.
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Hello,Tablet Nytol and Advil PM don't cause Infertility. But they are good for insomnia related to minor pain somewhere. It is very important to know the reason for your insomnia. That root cause should be addressed first.If you are not ovulating as you mentioned, have you done sonography for it, it seems main cause. It needs to be corrected with ovulation induction drugs. I highly recommend you to meet nearby gynecologist and get Infertility workup done. It's time to take help rather than trying naturally.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Tejashree Bhor
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What causes knee pain during squatting?
My knee only hurts when I try to squat or get up from a sitting position. It is a sharp pain on the inside of my knee cap. I can run and do pretty much everything. I basically put all my weight on my left leg now when squatting because it is so painful. What is it?
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Hello, About knee pain while squatting, see when you squat there will be more pressure over knee cap if your quadriceps muscles of thigh are weak, then more friction and compressive force to knee cap, so when your thighs muscles strength is good enough then pain will not occur. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Hemang S Jani, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist
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Tiredness, back pain after spinal fusion. Part of the healing process?
I had a spinal fusion S1 L5 (lower back) and it has been 9 weeks since my op. Im extremely tired. Could this be part of the healing process or something else. i also cannot find a comfortable sleeping position. If i lay for too long on either sides or on my back, my back hurts. The last week I also expiernce some level of pain when i drive and walk for too long...
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Hi, Thank you for posting your query. It is common for back pain to persist for a few weeks after surgery. For this, physiotherapy would be very useful. IFT or ultrasound therapy can help in relieving pain. You may also require pain relieving medications for a few days, such as tramadol or ibuprofen. Please ensure that you increase your activities in a graded fashion so that you do not feel tired. Please also check your BP, blood sugar and hemoglobin, etc. If they are low, they can contribute to tiredness. Best wishes, Dr Sudhir Kumar Md DM (Neurology) Senior Consultant Neurologist
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Suggest treatment for metastatic prostate cancer
I have metastatic prostate cancer which spread to the brain last year. I was treated with whole-brain and stereotatic radiosurgery, which was highly successful. If I have additional active PC brain mets, will their PSA be able to cross the blood-brain barrier?
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PSA doesn't cross blood brain barrier. it's a marker of prostate cancer. it is raised in prostate cancer with high disease burden
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Is swelling in legs with a burning sensation due to nephritis?
I have been diagnosed with Lupus and collagenous colitis. the past 7 or 7 months, my legs have been swelling, sometimes with a burning sensation. I was wondering if I have nephritis? My cousin died from nephritis about 50 years ago when she was only 17.
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yes it may be due to nephritis, you need to go for a urine routine test to detect it. other cause may be arthritis, DVT, liver or heart diseases. further evaluation is required
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What causes prominent cervical and epitrochlear lymph nodes?
26 male 5'11" 168lbs. Good health. Had appendix taken out in Sept 09. In hospital for 2 weeks because of abcesses formed. diagnosed with solitary urticaria pigmentosa. Not really active. Question: I have been to 5 different drs. 2 family drs and 2 surgeons and one Onc over the past year and half about a 1 cm posterior cervical lymph node and one 5mm epitrochlear lymhp node (elbow) which is rare and people say it is something to take seriously yet all the drs seem to say "oh it is nothing to worry about" and a little lump on inside tip of elbow (medial side - maybe lymph node maybe not about 4-5 mm) I have no other symptoms of anything but they have been there for 12 months or longer (since I noticed them at least) except for bump on tip of onside elbow (about 2 months for that one). Age is 26. Am I over reacting or should I seek out yet another opinion? They are moveable and they aren't hard or soft really. they are smooth like and not matted down. what should my next step be? Pursue another dr or let it go? I had ct w/contrast done of my neck in Aug 2010 and it said they could see normal lymphnodes in posterior and jugulodigastric area and neck tomography is normal.
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Hi, thanks for sharing your health concerns with HCM!Well, as per your description, you have some problem with your body immunity, I can conclude on what you just described...!If somebody presents to me with such history of abscess etc and multiple lymph nodes in the body, first and foremost reflex for me would be to do an FNAC test that would confirm the disease...!But, I think there is not much to worry as the common causes in this case could be:1. reactive lymphoid follicular hyperplasia due to recurrent skin infections / ENT infection/oral infections or viral infection etc2. tuberculosis3. kind of atypical lympho-proliferation which is really unlikely in your case!Hope you got your answer. Please feel free to write to us if any more queries.Wishing you the best health!
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What causes abdominal pain, head aches and mood swings?
hey, i am 17years old, 5 5 and 127lbs. i have been having headaches, horrible mood swings, intense stomach pains in the lower abdomen area, i am loosing weight but seem to be a little bloated in my stomach area. i am not vomiting, but i do get very nauseous on and off through out the day, which has kind of stopped me from eating a lot. i have also recently found myself to be very tired for no reason. i do take concerta for my ADD and i have an IUD but have recently gotten my period which i was told was not going to happen. and i havn t had it since january. any ideas? thanks.
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Hi.Thanks for your query.History noted about : Headaches, mood swings, intense stomach pains in lower abdomen, nausea without vomiting, loss of weight, Concerta for ADD, IUD and periods recently.With the history you have provided, this looks to be more related to the ADD and I would advise you to visit your Psychiatrist for change or alteration of your dosages. At the same time it is better to be seen by the Doctor for clinical evaluation and physical examination of the abdomen to rule out any abdominal problems like intestinal infections or so.
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Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?
Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? Thanks in advance.
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Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just cocaine but a combination of drugs. Cocaine narrows blood vessels (vasoconstriction). It can lead to erectile dysfunction. Few studies suggest that it has receptors on testicles and sperm. So, it can degenerate testicular tissues/or sperm quality, transfer from sperm to female egg and can lead to early miscarriage. Cocaine is a very fast acting drug which affects the nervous system and produces short-lived euphoric attitude for 15 minutes to an hour, but causes long-term damage to the body and brain like anxiety, depression, aggression, impairment of logic and critical thinking, heart problem, hypertension and decrease in bone density. Its half-life is an hour. So, it takes about an hour for half of the cocaine consumed to leave the body. But, with long-term use, the drug starts to accumulate in the blood and body tissues allowing certain tests to detect it in the system for an extended period of time. After a single use of cocaine, agents created by its metabolism can be detected in the urine for two to four days, and in chronic users, cocaine can be detected up to 12 days and highly concentrated cocaine can be detected in the urine up to three weeks. It can be detected in the saliva and blood for an average 12-48 hours. In hairs and sweat for an extended period of time, it can be detected. So, after all the above description, I do not know how your husband had cocaine, as a cocktail along with other drugs, or just cocaine? Secondly, how long he has been taking it? For you, have you been on alcohol, cocaine or smoking? If you had taken in the past, better to quit completely. My advice is, try to avoid drugs like cocaine, alcohol, ketamine, and MDMA completely for a couple of months before trying for pregnancy. Because, if the mother has an addiction, it has psychosocial effects on the fetus in addition to the drugs' side effects itself. Best of luck. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online -->
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Q. Will Kalarchikai cure multiple ovarian cysts in PCOD?
Hello doctor, I have multiple small cysts in both ovaries (PCOS). Our family friend suggested me to consume Kalarchikai medicine, powdered mixed with pepper and honey to have it for one mandalam (48 days). I have completed nearly 44 days by consuming one small ball of the mixture every morning and before two weeks I got my periods. Then I had checked whether the cysts were dissolved by having an abdomen scan. But still, small multiple follicules have been seen in it with both ovaries enlarged. Kindly suggest me what I can do further. I got married before one and a half years and I am much worried about my pregnancy. I have gallstones as well.
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Hello. I just read your query. See Kalarachi Kai choornam is helpful in amenorrhea. As far as small cysts are concerned they are unmatured eggs which failed to induce menstrual cycle previously, as a result, they got collected in the ovary and they will remain in the ovary. Now, you have got your periods you can start trying for conception. But I advise you to do it under the supervision of a nearby gynecologist because egg size is important while conception and that you can know by ovulation study. Ovulation study is performed under the supervision of a gynecologist. For gall stones, surgical intervention is required generally. Medicine is not of much help.
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Q. Can vision problems be caused due to genetic issues?
Hello doctor,I have a problem in both my eyes, low vision, and the doctor says that it is genetic but I feel the problem for the last two years and I work in computer and also the doctor said that the problem has no medicine or surgery. So, please help what I should do and computer operation is more harmful to my eyes.
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Hello. I have gone through your attachments (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The doctors feel that you could be suffering from a problem of your retina. They are currently unsure about the exact type of disease and have asked you to get a test called the EOG (electrooculogram) done to identify the exact cause. You see, the test you had done with a few wires attached to your face while looking at lights on a white bowl in front of you (ERG), has yielded abnormal results. This puts the site of the defect in your retina, thus the possibility of it being genetic. Such a picture cannot be caused by computer use, it is usually inherited by birth. The next course of action would be to find out the exact cause, by the EOG test. Once the cause is known for sure the exact prognosis and long term outcome can be known. If unfortunately by chance it does turn out to be retinal dystrophy, the vision outcomes over a lifetime are very bad. But there is no way to predict the prognosis. There is although extensive research going on for the treatment of such diseases, given that you are still young, there is some hope that such inventions will be made in your lifetime.
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What causes swelling of scrotum and pain in testicles?
I am a 35yr old male nonsmoker 6'1" with an athletic build. Weight of 175lbs. I had a lapchole last week tues at 7am I am an RN so I understood the procedure however I at a loss as to why I am having pain in my testicles mainly within 15 seconds of rising from a seated position. The pain doesn't subside with standing or walking and the best way to explain the pain its as if. I have been hit in this area its nauseating without causing vomitting. Now the pain seems to be reffering from something else they ache when I am at rest but the pain level is tolerable, I had some achiness post procedure in the hospital but expected it would get less not worse. There is some redness in my scrotum with no swelling to the actual testes but the vas defrens on the right one appears slightly inflamed. I get twinges in the bladder region with this pain intermittenly. I don't have pain with urination however with bm's I hold my testicles for support as they get irritated with bowel movements. I am supplementing colace and one tablespoon metamucil with 8oz water to soften stools so that I don't have to bear down.
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Medical conditions and diseases can also cause the scrotum to swell. These conditions include:traumatesticular cancerabnormally enlarged veins in the scrotumacute inflammation of the testes, called orchitisswelling due to increased fluid, called hydroceleherniainflammation or infection in the epididymis, called epididymitiscongestive heart failureInflammation or infection of the scrotal skin.kindly visit surgeon for proper diagnosis .
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What type of specialist doctor should be consulted for pain in the lower leg?
I have pain in my leg, ache-y and now just below my knee. About 2 weeks ago I had an ultrasound to eliminate blood clots/vein thrombosis-test was negative. When sitting or not walking, the pain subsides. This issue is ongoing -- I have trouble walking. what type of doctor should I see?
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Hi, Consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. An MRI scan to look for musculoskeletal causes. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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Does irregularity in periods cause an abnormality in the baby since we are planning ?
I am 25 years old and i got married on jan 2010. my periods were regular 28 days cycle earlier before marriage. we dint take any pills nor any measures for not to conceive. Inbetween in Aug 2010 and Jan 2011 i had my periods cycle to 45 days.but the periods wl lasts for 5 days then later again for the past two months im having irregular periods. MY LMP was on 04-04 and still i dint get my periods. we are not trying for the baby but then irregularity retains. Shld i consult the doctor?? BECAUSE we are planning for baby next month, irregularity in periods wl develop abnormal baby or any other problems?
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welvome to healthcaremagic go for a pregnancy test consult gynecologist and get check up and investigation as suggested by doctor your husband's semain should also be examined be under treatment till you conceive and there after
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How to overcome the difficulty in breathing and the mild pain in my back?
I'm having dufficulty breathing & mild pain in my back. It's been going on for a month already. I have an astma which is being controled by advair & albuterol but it's not helping much. My nose is constantely runny. I took antibiotics & different cold medicines but no help. What should i do?
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Hi i read ur problem of breathlessness and ur doctor dignosed asthma. U taking medication bt not get relief. So first of all u take some precautions which will u more relief thats are-1-Take only boil water and hot water in ur daily life.2-prevent urself by allergens because heavy exposure to various allergens may also be pasipitate an acute attack of bronchial asthama.3-Prevent urself from emotional stress which is a imp cause of this.4-also prevent for cold by using wollen clothes.5-Donot doing vigrous exercise.6-prevent urself from air pollution and environment.7-Espace from taking some drug like aspirin which can cause acute attack of asthma.8-Drink a glass hot milk by adding half teaspoon Haldi and sothh.9- use 5 leaves of TULSI in mornig everyday and chew it.10-Use an ayurvedic medicine chavanprash one teaspoon twice a day. Investigation done for the cause ur problem -CXR(PA VIEW),PFT,COMPLETE BLOOD PICTURE(CBP),ECG ,SERUM CALCIUM FOR UR BONE PROBLEM, MRI OF SPINE U also have problem of back ache .this is some spinal problem due to wrong posture sitting,accidental,ca difficieny. So u take calcium rich diet and maintain ur posture if that cause. Another to concern neurosurgeon in my opinion . Thanks for query. Have a good health.
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What causes gum boils?
Hi, over the past week I have experienced severe pain in the back, left of my mouth. After a couple of days, I was able to see a small "bubble" like structure forming on my gum in the very back. I never have teeth problems, and I have had no tooth pain, the pain was only with my gum in that region where the "bubble" formed. After looking up my symptoms online, I found "gum boil" and "gingival abscess". Are root canals necessary for this? It has already drained. It's still somewhat tender to the touch, but otherwise no pain. I have an appointment tomorrow just to be certain, but do you think that just a good antibiotic therapy treatment would kill off the infection? Thank you.
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Hello and welcome.Thanks for sharing your concern.Please do not worry.Gum boils occurs due to infection.It could be due to gum infection or teeth infection.In case of any boil(abscess),firstly it should be treated by antibiotic therapy and later on if required incision and drainage.Root canal is suggested only if it occurs due to decayed tooth/teeth.In that case a diagnostic x ray is required and after evaluating the x ray treatment is planned.Therefore I would advise you to visit your dentist soon.Hope it helps.Let me know for further doubts.Thanks.Take care.
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Trying to conceive. Regular periods. No use from treatment for infertility. AMH level 1.20. Chances of conception?
Iam 40 years old female trying to conceive. My period cycle was fairly regular from 28 to 30 days before marriage. But after a year of marriage at the age of 35, it suddenly changed to 24 days cycle. I had taken treatment for infertility but no use. Now the last period I got in 22 days. My AMH level is 1.20. I would like to know what are my chances of conception
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Hello,Period length can vary month to month, it is not fixed always. It can also be variable when nearing menopause. Your AMH levels are moderate meaning that the ovarian reserve is ok. You and partner will need additional tests to determine the cause of infertility (FSH, Throid profile,ultrasound of pelvis, semen analysis). Do keep trying, nature acts in mysterious ways,you may conceive when least expecting it.Good luck
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What causes pain on the front of the foot?
I play hockey about 3-5 times a week and in recent events I went to a practice on monday and felt a lot of pain on the front of my foot by my ankle. I went to 2 more practices that week and pushed my self through the pain, but on wednesday before practice I was in way to much pain to skate and got off the ice. My coaches told me it was lace bite and that I should ice it. Since Wednesday I have been icing it like crazy and it has not gotten better at all, I am still in the same amount of pain as I was on wednesday. I even bought a lace bite pad to put in my skates so i could get back on the ice, but when I tried my skates on at home and did some movement it was still in a lot of pain. Do you know what I could do so I can get on the ice as soon as possible?
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Hi,Thank you for providing the brief history of you.A thorough Neuromuscular assessment is advised.As the pain is in the front of the ankle, it can be related to a anterior tibiofibular ligament sprain. For which you may have to first immobilize the ankle, as ligament injury takes a little longer time. Proper rehabilitation and training is needed to get the efficient torque.As you a ice hockey player, the chances to get the ligament sprain are high and needs a thorough musculoskeletal assessment so the sport can be continued with high scale of fun.I will recommend you to undergo an MRI of the ankle post musculoskeletal assessment by which the soft tissue status is noticed. As there is a saying -"prevention is better than cure" so why not come to the proper diagnosis and get helped.Also, later stages you might need to visit a sport physical therapist for proper retraining of the ankle to get the maximum torque during the play.For detailed suggesstiom/queries/inputs/rehabilitation plan - contact me and i will happy to help you.RegardsJay Indravadan Patel
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Suggest treatment for back pain with frominal protrusion and disc bulge
Hi suffering from Back pain for last couple of years. Doctor suggested to do a MRI. My MRI Report OPINION States Moderated diffuse posterior disc bulge with Focal broad based right forminal protrusion is seen at L4-5 level causing indentation on the thecal sac and the right exiting l4 nerve root.Please can you explain or help, on what should I do...
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Hi,The pain is due to impingement of the nerve by a protruded disc at the level of L4; which is supplying your back. The disc normally acts as a shock absorbing gel. It might get protruded out; as in your case and press upon the nerve immediately next to it, which is causing the pain. If the pain is mild, I would suggest you discuss it with your physician and get started on pain medications initially and physiotherapy with Ultrasound and Interferential therapy for a period of a week. This should help with your pain.
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Diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer, spotting on liver. PET CT scan advised. Views on recovery?
My brother has been diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer with light spotting on liver on CT scan . Cancer specialist doctor has now asked for a PET CT can so that he can decide on whether or not to do surgery. I am far away from my brother. I hear that stage 4 is pretty serious but get some hope when I heard about PET CT scan. Appreciate views on recovery/expectancy based on the information above.
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Hi, definitely PET-CT will help to identify no and site of metastasis. if single liver metastasis are there, it may be surgically resected with surgical treatment for the primary, better survival will be expected then. consult your oncologist.
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What causes sudden episode of redness in body,itching,dizziness and nausea?
Hi! I went out to dinner this evening and while driving to the spot I started feeling sick at my stomach and then I felt flushed and my whole body turned bright red and I felt very weak and nausea set in and I felt dizzy and out of sorts. Then my hands started itching and my face was bright red and all of my skin was bright red. My friend gave me a benedryl and things started calming down throughout dinner. What s up??
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Dr. Hanif warmly welcomes you!Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic HCM. 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.It seems to be due to some allergic reaction of the body to some allergen that may be a cologne, a food, an environmental pollutant, a chemical allergen you got exposed to accidentally.But don't worry as such allergic reactions are reversible and if controlled the primary attack, and you got away from the causative agent there is no harm at large.Take Loratadine anti allergic pill. To reduce inflammatory responses take Ibuprofen by mouth. Take a shower with Oatmeal milk and honey body wash only, no scented soaps for a while. Let me know if there are some unresolved issues regarding this issue.Hope I answered all of your questions. Please click on 'I Find This Answer Helpful' and don't forget to add your precious positive feedback to help me able to assist you better in future too. Have a wonderful time ahead. Keep in touch for a follow-up too to let me know if you have any doubts & need further assistance. I am available 24/7 for providing you my expert medical opinion on any issue. Have a blessed time ahead. Regards!DR. MUHAMMAD HANIFUSA
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Suggest treatment for ringworm infection of the penis
hi, i have a problem related to penis,on the foreskin of my penis there is a black mark which is there for some time and not going, i applied some anti-bacterial ointments as well but it still there,and it appears like ringworm infection. kindly sugggest what to do to get rid of this?
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DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. Please do not self diagnose of self treat. Ringworm is a fungal skin infection caused by a fungus. Ringworm occurs when a particular type of fungus grows and develops on the top layer of your skin. The fungus infection thrives in warm, moist areas such as, under the foreskin of your penis. The infection is a common fungal skin disorder, affects people of all ages. Although its name suggests otherwise, it is caused by a fungus, not a worm. Ringworm is contagious.Ringworm can be treated with anti fungal creams and ointment. But before that, you should consult a skin specialist to confirm that the problem is related to ring worm. Consult a dermatologist.If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. Make sure that you include every minute detail possible. Hope this answers your query. Further clarifications are welcome.Good luck. Take care.
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What causes bump on the back of neck with stiffness/pain?
MY 9 YEAR OLD SON HAS A BUMP ON THE BACK OF HIS NECK WITH STIFFNESS AND PAIN. THIS IS MAKING HIS SHOULDERS UNEVEN. HE HAS HAD THIS ONCE BEFORE AND RECIEVED AN X-RAY, WHICH REVIELED THAT THE LUMP HAD NO CALCIUM DEPOSITES IN IT. IS THERE ANOTHER TEST THAT CAN BE DONE TO GET TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS? THANK YOU, WORRIED MOM
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Hi,Dear,Welcome to HCM. Based on the facts of your query,You seem to suffer from-another neck lump due to Absces,due to which the neck stiffness with shoulder disparity levels is there.The cause of this lump could be from ?Infection ? Tumor Necrosis with hemorrhage-hematoma with secondary infection?or could be from Scleroderma or from Cystecerciasis ?or from NHL.I would suggest FNAC Biopsy with HPR study reports with CT and MRI of the lumps to fix the exact cause of this lump. Don't worry for the cancerous nature of it, till the FNAC report rules out / or confirms it.Hope this reply would help you to plan further treatment with your doctors.Contact with a Followup Premium question to ME. Will appreciate your Hitting thanks and writing excellent review comments to help needy patients like you. suggestsGood Day!! Dr.Savaskar, Senior Surgical Specialist M.S.Genl-CVTS
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Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?
Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem?
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Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online -->
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Itchy rashes on legs, scarring due to scratching. Causes for sudden flare ups?
Hi Dr., Recently for the past month or 2, i have been having severe and itchy rashes on my legs....with signs of scarring from scratching occuring would you know what could be causing this flare up??...funny thing,it happened to me at the EXACT same time last year but it just seemed to vanish?? any help sorely needed as it is intensely itchy, especially at night time
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Hi....user.., Scrarring on scratch and intense itch.., will indicate the LICHEN PLANUS.., oral antihistamins.., topical salicylic acid and steriod cream.., But for good result ...go for Intralesional steriod therapy.., So consult good dermatologist..,
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What is the treatment for headache and numbness on left side of my face when suffering from seizure disorder?
I was recently diagnosed w/a seizure disorder, (focal seizures). I am currently taking Levetiraceta 250 mg - 2 tabs. twice daily. However, I continue to experience symptoms, ie, headaches, numbness on lft. side of face, confusion, disorientation, fatigue. Is this normal? If so, am I still having seizures eventhough I'm taking meds.? I have an appt. with a new neurologist but I don't have an appt. until April. Can my primary physican address my concerns or should I try to get an appt. w/the neurologist sooner?
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helloNo,this is not normal. Either your medicine is not effective for your problem. I would suggest to start on Depakote , after consultation with your doctor. This can be done even by primary care physician. Levetiraceta is an add on medicine and monotherapy is seldom effective.DR SAATIISH JHUNTRRAA
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