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What causes pain in thumb and difficulty in movement?
My left thumb will not bend when i want it to and if something moves it, it locks an is painful. It is also tender, and swollen, It is not the palm part of my thumb, although it hurts slightly. The pain radiates from the midjoint down the into the palm and up into the next finger? Any ideas? | Hello, It looks from your details that you may be suffering from stenosing type of tenosynovitis of your thumb. In other words, we also call it trigger thumb. You should do following to have relief in this:- Take a good anti-inflammatory analgesic like aceclofenc on your doctor prescription.- Keep your thumb in rest- Apply arm fomentation over it for 3 times a day- Do it for about 7-10 daysIf this does not help then ask from your doctor about local application of steroid injection. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon | |
Suggest treatment for greenish semisolid stools in a child
My daughter 4 month old . totally on breast milk. Passing greenish semisolid stools. Fat globules seen in significant number & sizes. Epithelial cells- 2-4/hpf. pus cells- 3-6/hpf. Mucus & undigested food material seen. Since 15 days. No fever. Wt-7.5 kg. Birth wt 3.22 kg. Taking feeds normally. Passing stools 4-5 times/day associated with froth in stool. T/t- nitrofuraxamine & oflox combination taken for 5 days. still same stools. | Hi I went through your question.your concern is valid but passing 4-5 semisolid stools is normal in a four minth baby provided baby is active , no fever , passing urine adequately , gaining weight adequately.If i were your treating pediatrician i will like to assure you that your baby is gaining weight properly , colour of stool does not matter unless there is presence of blood in it, baby is feeding well , there is no cause of concern.This problem (actually it is normal) will resove at age of 6 months when semisolids are introduced.You need to be concerned if baby if dull , accepting less feed, not passing urine at least 4-6 times in 24 hours , passing large watery stools , there is presence of blood in stools , not gaining weight.thanks | |
Suggest treatment to terminate pregnancy
am 19 years old and i think am pregnant.i have annemia so can i drink stameta to terminate my pregnancy.i think is two weeks now.am suppose to be on my periods next week.my breast are not paining but my belly button is changing and on my abdomen i feel little pain like period pains | Hello dearUnderstand your concernFirst you have to confirm the pregnancy, 7-10 days after missed normal period date.If it will come positive, better to consult the gynecologist.Abortion kit use can cause complication if you used at home.You can use gynecologist prescribed mifeprex abortion kit.It contain five tablet-Mifepristone 600 mg (One tablet) take orally.After 24 hr of oral tablet, put four tablet of misoprostol in to vagina.With in half an hour of punting tablet in to vagiana , bleeding will come out and that is conception product/embryo.Bleeding and cramping will remain 4-6 daysPeriod may become delayed/early.You should go USG after using kit to know incomplete abortion and other complication.Hope this may help youBest regardsdr. sagarHope this may help you.Best regardsDr. Sagar | |
What causes numbness in big toe?
Hi, my name is Christen. I have been experiencing a very subtle and minor numbness in my big toe, no pins and needles feeling, but I can definitely tell it feels unusual. I first noticed it back in February of this year but it was never major enough to bother me. Just felt numb when I touched it with my fingers or other foot. Today however it has been more prominent and it looks swollen compared to my right big toe which feels completely normal. My right foot has been in a medical boot due to a sprained ligament. I also work retail and spend most of the day on my feet in flat sandals that really don t offer much support. I m wondering if I should ice this to reduce the swelling or take an anti inflammatory? I know numbness is not a common thing for the big toe and I am worrying myself even more by looking up symptoms and causes on the internet. If you could help me I would greatly appreciate it! | hi,thank you for providing the brief history of you.As the numbness is in the for this could be due to any of the musculoskeletal or neuromuscular issue.having a clinical examination performed and an MRI of lumbar spine should help understand the soft tissues.As due to mild impingement of the nerve in the L5-S1 region there may be numbness in the toe and this is the first symptom.Also since it is toe you need to even check your uric acid levels via urine examination to rule out the gouty arthritis.As per my clinical practice most patients needs a differential diagnosis method to be performed to find the root cause.Also doing icing is better than anti inflammatory drugRegardsJay Indravadan Patel | |
How long do brain dead people breath on their own?
I have a relative that has been declared as brain dead. She was put in hospice. They are not feeding her and she is not receiving any medical treatment. She is still breathing on her own. She has been this way for over a month. How long can she stay in this condition before her body finishes shutting down? | She have entered into vegetative state. In this condition patients cardiologist and respiratory functions are normal as that part of brainstem is intact. Chances of recovery are minimal. Continue supportive care. Literature have mentioned patient living as long as 25 yrs !Hope my advice will help you. Take care. Don't forget to rate me. | |
What can cause memory loss and depression?
hi, I am vikas khanna. I am 38 years old. I am heavy drinking daily from the age of 20. I am doing hand practice for more than 2 times a day.I have completely memory loss. I am suffering from depression. Is these mind problems due to alcohal and hand practice.Can this memory loss be recovered completely. | DearWe understand your concernsI went through your desciption. I suggest you not to worry too much. You are having depression and stress due to both of those reasons. Namely alcohol dependence as well as masturbation. Alcohol dependency do have an adverse effect on health and mental health. But masturbation is not unhealthy if practiced moderately. Once daily is maimum. You are combining alcoholism with excess masturbation. Consult a psychologist for further therapeutical treatment.If you need more of my help in this regard, please post a direct query on this portal. I am happy to help you.Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. | |
Cause of wrist and leg pain before and during menstruation?
I have always had pre-menstrual and menstrual cramps. For about two years now I have also started having bilateral wrist pain and leg pain just before onset and during menstruation. I have had a leg venous study done and the veins were found to be normal. What could be causing the pain? | HiThis could be due to hormones during menses.nothing to worry.Take calcium and vitamin D supplements and a mild pain medicine like motrin during cycles.Do hot fomentation of wrists and legs | |
What causes pain in shoulder and neck while breathing, coughing and yawning?
Hi I am a 20 year old female. Ive been having pain in my right shoulder and neck when I breath in, cough or yarn for the past two days now. When I lay down my side begins to hurt making the pain on a scale to 1 - 10 with 10 being the worst, my pain is a 10. | If it's 10, you should not ignore it. It may not be simple myalgia or say muscular pain. Some kind of cervical vertebral problem due to reduction in intervertebral gaps, osteophytes ( not found in young generally), other pressure on nerve emanating from cervical region could be the cause. Pain killer is not answer. Managementay be planned once we have x Ray reports of c/spine. Cervical collar support, traction, physio, Yoga etc may be needed. | |
Kidney failed, dialysis going on, foley catheter. Is kidney working or not?
In the past month, my father's kidneys failed and he is getting dialysis through a chest catheter. He has a foley catheter in place because he cannot relieve himself on his own (seeing a urologist about that). My question is how is it that his urine output is about the same as the fluids he is drinking? I don't understand how his kidneys can't be working if he has so much urine output. Is there an explanation? | Hello. There is a simple explanation for good urine output even though body requires dialysis support. Kidneys have two major functions: 1st is purification of blood with maintenance of acid base electrolyte balance and 2nd is removal of excess water from body. In lots of advanced kidney diseases (more than 90% function of kidney - lost), purification of blood is affected badly but water excretion is preserved due to residual functioning of kidneys. Dialysis is needed when either of them hampered. Best wishes for your fathers health. | |
Q. Why do periods get delayed after first time sex?
Hi doctor, I had sex for the first time. After that, I did not get my periods yet. I went to a gynecologist. She had taken my blood sample and it was negative. But, still I have not gotten my periods and it has been a week ahead. What could be the reason for my late periods? | Hello. As the serum beta hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL, the pregnancy is definitely ruled out. The delay in the menses is mostly due to sex induced stress after the first time when reproductive hormones readjust themselves. The menses can get delayed even up to two weeks, so just wait for another week and they should arrive. If not, then you can safely opt for a progesterone withdrawal to resume menses. For further information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> | |
What causes headache and bruised lump on head?
Hit my head on Saturday on a locker and quickly a lump formed. Have not felt dizzy at at all and now it has been two days. I now have a mild headache, and the spot where I banged it feels as if it is bruised, is this related to the bang or just a coincidence? (I get headaches often ) | it is a hematoma due to bleeding under skin during traumaif the headache is also associated with vomiting or imbalance or vision problem, go for CT scanall the best! | |
Suggest treatment for tb
My daughter of 27 years age is having left hip joint pain and the MRI suggest fluid presence. blood test of TB gold indicates positive and the reading is .8 instead of .3,many blood test are done related and their result is normal except ESR which is 28 and CRP QUANTITATIVE SERUM test show 17.3 .Chest x-ray is clear but she is advised to go for CT scan for chest. Confused and whom to consult for correct diognestic for start of TB treatment. pl advise. ibrao | Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Your daughter is having septic arthritis of hip joint with collection of fluid (synovial effusion). Most common cause for this is tuberculosis. Her TB gold test is also positive with high CRP (C Reactive Protein) and ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate). All these favour TB more. But confirmation should be done by aspiration of synovial fluid from hip joint and send it for ADA (adenosine Deaminase) level. ADA is marker of tb infection infection fluid. So if ADA of fluid is also high, better to start anti TB drugs. So consult orthopedic doctor and discuss about synovial fluid aspiration. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your daughter. Thanks. | |
Is Piriton syrup safe for cough in a 2 month old?
My daughter is 2 months and 25 days old. She has cough and catarrh and my doctor, after checking her temperature and observing her body, has prescribed piriton syrup (alongside vitamin c syrup, ibuprofen syrup and cefuroxime 125mg syrup). My question is, can I give portion syrup to my baby who is 2 months and 25 days old? My name is XXXXX | Hi, No, medication safety standards have been established in kids less than 3 months age except saline nasal drops. Please stop Piriton. Cefuroxime is an antibiotic and better be avoided for simple cough and cold. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sumanth Amperayani, Pediatrician, Pulmonology | |
What causes white colour on tongue and soreness?
My son had a mild fever and was vomiting 2 days ago and now he is complaining that his throat is soar. When I looked in his mouth his tongue was white. Is his tongue white do to dehydration or could it be thrush? He is also complaining that his throat is soar. | Hello,Dehydration and thrush are definite possibilities. It is very imortant to keep well hydrated. Try only small amounts of liquid taken often( at 10 minute intervals) when nauseous. Try to replace electrolytes. Dehydration can be very serious if persists and cause stress to the entire body. Vomit is very acidic and irritating to the throat and mouth. Repeat, long term episodes can erode enamel.Thrush will need an anti-fungal treatment such as the prescription medicine Nystatin. Rinse with warm salt water. Keep up good oral hygiene. Make sure to be cleaning tongue. Try to keep up balanced vitamin intake especially vitamin B complex. Anti-inflammatory medicines, acetaminophen or ibuprofen, if tolerated, can reduce discomfort. The antihistamine, Benedryl, also is an anti-inflammatory medicine. Maintain proper nutrition as best as possible.Make sure you have thoroughly treated your son's condition. Did you have a diagnosis? Some conditions such as strep require an antibiotic which can disturb the balance of the normal oral bacteria. Thrush can be a typical response. oral compications with systemic viral and bacteria infections are common.Thank you for your inquiry. I am available to assist with additional questions. I hope your son is feeling much better and hope my answers have been helpful. | |
Q. My face is burnt after using bleach. Please suggest some cream.
Hi doctor, I used bleach on my face two months back, and my face is burnt due to this. My skin is peeling now, and I cannot use any cream or soap, as it starts burning. I had been to the dermatologist, and he gave me Emolene and Eumosone. I have been using it from past 1.5 months, but the results are slow. Please suggest some cream or ointment, which will heal my skin fast, as I have a family function this week. | Hi. Use of strong cosmetics and bleaches does affect the natural look of the skin. In a few people with sensitive skin, it does lead to irritant dermatitis. The essential step in the management of such a situation is adequate sun protection. Sun exposure only further worsens the situation by leading to burns, redness, and pigmentation. I would advise you try using a good sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, daily in the mornings immediately after a bath. Also, preferably avoid sun exposure between 11 AM to 3 PM. Kindly upload appropriate images of your current skin condition, so that I can suggest what other creams you would need based on present situation. I suggest you try using the following after consulting your specialist doctor. Revert with more information to a dermatologist online --> | |
Allergic reactions, very severe in summer, took injection, itching whole night, advised Mondeslor. Solution?
Dear Doctor, I am 26 yrs old girl and suffering from allergies from last 2yrs, i dnt know from wht and how i am getting these allergic reactions. Cant find out the main reason for my allergies very fed up, Just know these allergies are vry sevear during summers and when i have non veg food. i put on some weight last year. I took Dexoderma Injection whn allergy got too excessive and couldnot sleep whole nite bcz of itching. Again same prblm dis year. one week back i took one injection Dexoderma. now dctr has refered me to have Mondeslor for 1 month but affraid of weight put on. Plz guide me for the right solution. Thanx and Regards, Shivangi Thapa. | it can be soap cream oil ointments and body application material like dye hennadue to med taken for other disease like pcm ibuprufen calcium ironvitamins multivitamins diet supplimentscanbe food as any food can start reacting at any timeyou can think or get blood serum tests forspecific antibodies for common foodstill then go for supportive treatment | |
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. | 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 --> | |
Q. What does abutment of the nerve root mean?
Hi doctor,I am just wondering what is abutting and abutment of the nerve root means in a back issue. Please explain. What treatment is required for annular bulging and tear? | Hi. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. For further information consult a neurologist online --> | |
What causes abdominal pain?
hello!thank you for answering my questions!my boy friend is sufering a bad abdomenal pain,it happens when he gets cold thing(like cold weather,cold dring during the pain....)he never gets medical exam.some doctors told him it is an acidic refilex but it is not in my guss.what shall i do please help me? | Hi ! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. Even though it might not be possible to arrive at a definite diagnosis without a physical examination of your boy friend, you might like to note the following points for him :1) Go for a morning walk and regular exercise within your tolerance limits.2) Take a high roughage diet and plenty of liquids.3) It is best to have home cooked food or carry the same with him if he does eat from outside.4) Try to exclude any component of the food which might be causing allergy to his GI tract causing this discomfort.Till then he could go for a proton pump inhibitor, and an anti spasmodic.I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your boyfriends's 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. | |
What causes sudden heaviness in legs, sweating, warmth and redness in face?
i was out shopping and felt my legs get heavy and i started sweating and lost the color in my face . i went home and my blood pressure was 140 / 80 . i have rested , the sweats are gone and now my face and ears are red and warm , my legs still ache in the thighs | Hi welcome to HCM.I understand your query and concern.Swollen legs in your case can be directly related to elevated blood pressure and right sided heart failure.I advise you to have a 2 dimensional echocardiography,ECG and lipid profile to assess the functioning of your heart.Monitor your blood pressure and heart rate regularly.Restrict the intake of salt to less than 6g/day.Regular physical exercise in the form of brisk walk for 20 min a day for 5 days.Drugs like antihypertensives ex Metolar XL 100 mg once and diuretics will help.Reduce the intake of fatty and fried foods.Fruits like pomegranate,apple,dry fruits everyday will help. Consult a Cardiologist for further expert management.Post your further queries if any.Thank you. | |
What causes lump and shooting pain in right breast?
i am 46 with a history of endometriosis and was just diagnosed with andomysis. the opposite of endometoiosos. i have found a lump in my right breast a little closer to my arm pit but not under it and it has been hurting since. off and on. my right breast also has shooting pain in it once in awhile and feels hot sometimes. i just had a mamo and an ultrasound and they said it was dense breast tissue. i am scared of cancer. can you help | HelloIt appears from your complaints and the ultrasound that you are probably not having any serious problem. You have not made a mention on the size of the mass, mobility, consistency. If the lesion is small, mobile, soft, then you need not bother much as it is just a benign lesion. Keep a watch on the lesion, if you feel there is a sudden increase in the size or if it gets fixed to the underlying tissue or there is bloody discharge from nipple or retraction of nipple, then you need to consult a doctor to evaluate the nature of lesion. Most of the lesions of breast which are cancerous or precancerous are picked on a ultrasound or mammogram. However if you are still in doubt then it could be clarified on FNAC( fine needle aspiration). Hope I have answered your query.Regards. | |
Is it necessary to take an extra contraceptive pill after vomiting the taken pill?
Hi, I have a question about emergency contraception. I am currently on the birth control pill Junel Fe and take it fairly consistently (between 12-4) everyday. Unfortunately I was sick this weekend with a stomach bug and threw up once on Friday and once on Saturday. Although I threw up more than a few hours after taking the pill I am worried about the pills effectiveness because while having intercourse last night the condom broke. I am reluctant to take an emergency contraceptive but was wondering if one would be necessary. | Hi, thanks for posting your concern in the HCM. My understanding is if you have vomited out your pill within 2 hours of intake, you should have taken another at that time. If it is more than 2 hrs, that need not be done. However, as you are on regular birth control pills and the condom ruptured, I need to know what day of your cycle it was (the first day of your current menstrual cycle should be considered as day1).I also need to know whether you have regular cycles and what the duration is for a cycle.If you are in the unsafe period, or you have irregular cycles and you had vomited out the pill within 2 hours of intake you need to opt emergency contraception. More so, because, women on contraceptive pills are more prone to have ectopic pregnancy, if they at all become pregnant and that ectopic pregnancy is an emergency and can be fatal as well.Hope you are satisfied with my answer. If you think I have satisfactorily resolved your query, please rate my answer. In case you have any further query, you can directly ask me questions @ I will try my level best to help you.Regards,Dr. Kaushik | |
What causes pain below the rib cage?
I have a sharp pain in my right side below my rib cage and above my hip bone. The pain can get so severe that I can barely stand and cannot find a comfortable position to lay down. The severe pain last for about 20 minutes but then begins to subside. Laying on a heating pad helps relieve the pain but it is never completely gone. Could this be a kidney stone? | You have pain in your lumbar region. This could very well be related to kidney stones. You should get an ultrasound whole abdomen and CT scan abdomen if required to confirm the diagnosis. Treatment will be prescribed by your urologist | |
What causes itchy spots on legs and hands of a child?
Hello My 6 yr old has several itchy spots on her legs and hands. Do not know what s causing these and they all have a single Bite marks in most areas. Some are large patch of red swelling/rash. Using cortisone 10 and ice packs to prevent her from scratching and some detol as well. Please advise what s causing this and what steps can be taken other than mosquito net etc., she ggets then when travelling on train or cars etc., Thank you | In India most common is mosquito bites and tics and mites .apply antibiotics ointment & antibiotics pruritic cream, avoid steroids application.for prevention mosquito net& repplants for local application while travelling or even otherwise | |
Red blotches on arms, upper thighs, spreading, dizziness. Treatment?
My name is XXXX. I am 20 years old and have a honeycomb pattern all over my arms and upper thigh... They are like red blotches without the center. This has been happening more and more. They do not hurt or itch . They are not raised on my skin at all. It was just a small patch on my leg but the more this comes back the farther it spreads. I get dizzy and really tired whenever they appear. I cannot afford a doctor yet and am starting to worry. | Hi,After reading your history it appears that you urticaria or hives. This is common problem and we see so many of cases in normal population. So do not worry about it. There are so many of the aggravating factor and in yourself including day to day factors of enviroment. You can take loratadine or levocetrizine or fexofenadine daily. You can apply calamine lotion over the affected area. Stay away from hot and humid climate and wear cotton clothes. | |
How can restless leg syndrome be treated?
I am trying to find a med that will be effective in restless leg symptoms. My Dr. Had me on gabapenton, but that made my leg lymphedema go crazy, and made me so depressed I started to have suicidal thoughts. Is there anything that will work and not have these bad side effects? I am taking oxytocin now, very effective, but scary, and I want off it asap. | Hi, Consult a neurologist and get evaluated. You might require drugs like ropinirole for treatment. Gabapentin and oxycodone are used for pain associated with RLS. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
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. | 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.---> | |
What are the new developments in managing POT syndrome?
Hi, my daughter was diagnosed with POTS approx 5 years ago at age of 14. Is there any new developments in looking after POTS, keeping the dizziness & headaches under control? Also since my daughter was diagnosed, another 5 young people in our area (northern suburbs) has been diagnosed, is this concerning that such a large amount of young people in one area have been diagnosed (Epping /South Morang/Greenvale) or just a coincidence. | Hello, Welcome to Health Care MagicPOTS or postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome is a disorder in which increase in heart rate is seen in changing the position. Individuals suffering from this disorder face significant decline in functioning in day to day routine and they have significant anxiety. In most cases increased fluid and salt intake is advised to prevent episodes. But if symptoms persist then medicines are given. As of now no medicine till now has been approved for POTS but some medicines like Propranolol or Bisoprolol have been found to be very useful in controlling heart rate. Some times anti anxiety drugs like SSRIs prove useful.Thanks, please consult a psychiatrist for help. Take care | |
Q. My testes hang low when I lie down and they become tight when I wake up. Why?
Hi doctor, I am an 18-year-old male. I believe that I have a testes infection. When I lie down, my testes hang low, and when I do exercise, they become very tight. They also become tight when I wake up in the morning. Sometimes they move from being tight to hang low. I feel uncomfortable. What could this be? | Hi. Testicles are very sensitive organs. It is recommended to wear inner wears loosely, and it should not be tight. It has to be free to give enough space and enough aeration to these sensitive organs. When you sleep, do not sleep with your underwear. Have a sleep free of clothing. Do you have any pain or visible swelling? Is there any rash or sores present on the testicles? If not, the scrotum may have some small opening where the testis can hang below the normal area. | |
Q. Does an anomaly scan carry a risk of miscarriage?
Hello doctor,I am second time pregnant and my first son is 11 months old. Now, I am 20 weeks pregnant and the reports of the 12 weeks scan and the quad marker are normal. I do not have a family history of any abnormality but, my 20 weeks scan shows some abnormality. There is some thickness in the baby's intestine and a small mark in the heart. We were asked to do an anomaly scan or NIPT again. Does the anomaly scan carry a miscarriage risk? Could you confirm if any other test is required? Please see the attached scan report. | Hello. I went through your query. Please attach your reports again as they were not very clear. Feel free to follow up any time with the reports. Revert with more information to an internal medicine physician online --> | |
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. | 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.---> | |
Which is the best form of treatment for facet joint dysfunction?
hi my name is Lorraine and I have had a vaginal hysterectomy 3 months ago when waking up after surgery I had sciatica I have always had a good back before surgery and now I am in pain every day my physiotherapist says I have facet joint dysfunction and I was just wondering what the best form of treatment is and whether this is going to be a chronic problem I will not take medication as I am scared of being hooked on pain killers and I am open to suggestions I have had to stop work due to pain | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. In facet joint dysfunction, various forms of treatment may help you like exercises (extension and rotating). Manual manipulation, heat therapy, activity modification, adding frequent breaks, and avoiding lifting heavy weight. Chriopractic therapy may help you a lot. Steam bath also will be helpful with NSAIDS medication may work wonders. Do reach back to us again with MRI reports.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Harsh Swarup | |
Q. My impacted tooth is digging into cheek on moving jaw. Should I get it removed?
Hi doctor,One of my wisdom teeth is growing in at an angle. It does not feel impacted but it is digging into my cheek which resulted in a cut, and the tooth agitates the cut whenever I move my jaw. The pain is not bad but still, I was wondering if it is necessary to remove it. | Hi. Since it is causing trouble to your cheek and cuts as well, my suggestion would be to get that wisdom tooth removed. If at all you do not want tooth removal, that tooth can be checked and any sharp margins if present can be rounded off. That decreases the trouble, but it is temporary relief. Not a permanent solution. So better visit a dentist and his clinical evaluation can suggest you a better treatment plan. For more information consult a dentist online --> | |
Is physical therapy safe post a carpal tunnel surgery?
Hi, I had carpal tunnel release surgery about 6 weeks ago and am wondering about physical therapy or what I can do to make sure I get full use of my hand after healing. Also I ve heard that cartilage can build up at the incision site. Can I do something to prevent that? Thank you, Rona | Hello, You can continue physiotherapy to regain complete range of movements. Generally the recovery will be good and if you feel restricted movements, Consult your orthopaedician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Lower back pain, no tingling limbs, pain when straightening. Help
lower back pain - no tingling feeling in legs or arms (I had sciatica many years ago) but extreme pain when trying to get out of bed - cannot straighten up - I have to hang on to back of chair and slowly straighten up. Once I am standing erect, I can take some steps and after a few minutes I walk more or less normally. I feel I may have a slight inflammation in the tissue around my spine in the middle of my back. I am an 84 year old female, who until last week was happily riding her bicycle. P.S. I am hopeless on any computer !! | Hi,It seems that you might be having osteoartheritis of vertebral spines giving rise to stiffness of muscles giving rise to this problem.It is possible yhat you might be having Sciatic pain as well.Go for x-ray and find out the cause.Consult orthopedic surgeon and get examined.Physiotherapy might help to relieve muscle spasm.Ok and take care. | |
What causes small flap of gum between teeth?
Hi there i have recently developed some kind of small flap of gum inbetween my two front top teeth which at first felt a bit puffy and slightly painful so i gently brushed my teeth and a little blood came out from behind this small flap of gum, now the pain is mostly gone but this strange little piece of loose gum is still here. | Helloo..regarding your query i can say that there is nothing to worry its just a gum inflammation.it can be either due to some food debris like small bit of shellfish or some small bit of some debris..it will heal by its own naturally.you can do nice salt water gargle.and can do listerine mouth wash twice daily for 1-2 wks..absolutely nothing to worry..be happy and smile.have a nice day.. | |
Could pleural thickening in the right lung have healed on its own?
in the last 20 years I have had numerous xrays and a ct scan that read positive for plueral thicking in the right lung. last xray I had , the doctor said that there was no sign of it. I did work with asbestos for ten years. quit smoking 25 years ago. so can it just go away? | welcome to hcm ...sir the pleural thickening goes away after many years ..usually asbestosis like pleural thickening develops over 15 to 20 years and it takes more years to go away as such exact no years can not be given for these thingsits good that your pleural thickening is resolved if you have any doubt you can come to hcm i will be more than happy to help youwith regards dr varinder joshi | |
Huge gap in front two teeth, suggested braces. How much time does it take ?
sir, i have gap in fronth two teeth and its too huge and doctor suggest me for braces but i want to get either ceramic braces or invisible braces i want to know the cost of both.i m also sending pic of my teeth so that u can easly recognize how much gap i have in my teeth.how much money i have to spend in both treatment in ceramic or invisible braces.And the braces treatment how time will take. | Hello Welcome to HCM You have got midline diastema may be due to high frenal attachment or some habit like tongue thrusting.Whatever may be the reason you need to consult orthodontist & get treatment plan accordingly. Ceramic or invisible braces will cost more than conventional one.For Exact cost you need to consult your orthodontist. Start your treatment as soon as possible because as age progresses results of orthodontic treatment become poor in older age group because bone resorption takes more time. Take Care Regards Dr.Neha | |
Suggest treatment for wheezing and breathing difficulty in a child
hi.my baby is having hrad problem since he was 1.5 month old,he is hospitalised 2 times.now he is 9.5 month old,dr. has prescribed asthalin syrup,inhalers also for sometime.so again &again he is getting the same problem.he is having wheezing,its difficult for himto breathe,even he cant dink milkcant swalow anything,what should i do please tel me | Brief answer :Child is asthmatic, avoid allergic agentsDetailed answer :Since, your child has wheezing problems since 1.5 years of age till 9 years, he is suffering from asthma. Asthmatic episodes are triggered by agents from which the child is allergic like dust, cold water etc. You need to identify the allergens and do your best to avoid them. During a wheezing episode, nebulisation needs to be given and if child has fever recurrent episodes then inhalers should be continued for 6 months to 1 year. I hope this will help you. Take care. Regards - Dr Deepak Patel, MD Pediatrics | |
What is the cause of an abdominal lump?
i am 20 years old mum of 2 and i have noticed a soft lump just to the top left of my belly button it soesent hurt to touch and i can move it i can slightly see it when im standing and i can feel it when i lay down iv been to see the doctor today and been booked for a scan but she diddent say much on what it could be can you please tell me thankyou jodie | it is possibly a midline hernia or could be a lipoma/neurofibroma like benign condition ; not to worry much!just do USG of the region and if any mass is noted then go for an FNAC test for confirmation.all the best! | |
What causes lumps under the surface of skin on chest?
I am 23 years old, 5'5" 110 lbs. When putting lotion on I noticed that I had a two large soft lumps under the surface of my skin on the upper part of my chest toward my shoulder. I rubbed them and they disappeared. I just noticed this so I'm not sure if they will reappear. | Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, in my opinion, you are mostly having lipoma. Lipoma is the most common benign swelling of the skin. It is having fatty tissue. The most common site is back and chest. Since your swellings are painless and soft on chest, possibility of lipoma is more. But better to get done ultrasound examination for the diagnosis. Usually no treatment is required for it. But if swelling increases in size, becomes painful then surgical removal is indicated. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. | |
How to get rid of pain at the bottom of my tailbone?
Hi, I have a excruciating pain at the bottom of my tailbone, with a red sore lump inside my butt crack. I can t sit on it or lay down as I will be literally screaming in pain, I can t visit a doctor as I am travelling at the moment, what can I do to ease the pain? | take a aceclofenac 100 mg . probably this is a case of coccydynia. take sitz bath , or apply heat packs to thaT area | |
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. | 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.---> | |
Suggest suitable therapy for heart disease
Hello..My mother received a massive heart atack 2 years back and her angioplasty was done after that...4 stents were inserted and LVEF was around 35%. I went with my mother for regular visit to the cardiologist and he suggested for ECHO..Now ECHO report mentions a LVEF of 30%. Just wanted to consult how can be the after effects of it..and how can we increase the LVEF level..My cardiologist says that there is no way of increasing LVEF by medication. | Hello, With an LVEF of 30%, which decreased from 35%, she can be classified as heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. There are yet conflicting results with regards to medications increasing the LVEF, but the goal is to prevent symptoms or cardiac events in her case. There are certain medications which she basically needs (I presume that she has these medications, including antiplatelet, statins, beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors or ARBs), and in addition, spironolactone, as suggested by guidelines. I would suggest a consult with a doctor for a comprehensive history and physical examination to tailor appropriate medications. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Daryl Derick B. Dizon, General & Family Physician | |
What causes a small nodule on the upper side of the buttock?
hi i am 51 year old female having a small nodule on the upper side of the buttocks bilateraly which is painful on walking ad sitting , presently using clopedogrel for CAD nodule is small in size and not visible to naked eye and is present for the last 6 years | Hi,Dear,Thanks for the query to HCM .I studied your query in depth.I feel concerned about it.In my opinion ,these small painful nodules appears to be mildly / chronically infected-sebaceous cysts or / chronic furuncles -in friction area of the buttocks / or they could warts also.All these possibilities need to be ruled out , and would advise you -Surgeons-consultation ASAP.This would solve your query.Wellcome for any more query .Have a good day. | |
Severe abdominal cramps radiating to back, thighs. Unable to urinate even when the bladder is full. Reason?
Severe cramps pain in lower abdomen all around my waist to my back just above buttocks. Comes and goes throughout the day and night. When pain is at its worst it goes into my thighs as well.cramps but steady...not contractual. If blatter becomes full it brings the pain then I cannot urinate even though blatter feels full which then brings back severe pain. Pain relievers do not help. Heating pad is hit or miss. Thinking it could be a blather problem but I also haven't had a menstrual cycle in almost 2years.I am a 32year old female. Doctor baffled. Worst pain I have ever experienced. Been going on for about 2 weeks and seems to get worse every day | Hello,Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. I would come up with these possibilities , these includes ,1 Any disease in uterus , diagnosis can be confirmed by ultrasound of uterus . As tumor ( enlargement ) in uterus compresses uterus and this may develops urinary retention.2 Bladder neck sphincter contraction due to any reason , diagnosis can be confirmed by physical examination by a surgeon.3 Bladder sphincter contraction & external sphincter relaxed . Full bladder is there but external sphincter is relaxed so urine will not pass . Diagnosis can be confirmed by cystoscopy examination. In my opinion consult surgeon and get his opinion. Good luck. Dr. HET | |
Diagnosed with PCOS. Planning for a baby. Took fertyl tablets during periods. No periods now. Pregnant?
I have been diagnosed with PCOS in february..we just planned for a baby from january 2013 and my doctor advised me fertyl tablets during my period(day 3rd to 7th day-5 tablets)..me and my husbnd met from day 13th to 18th And my last period was on february 22nd,,til now i didnt get my period..is this is the sign of pregnancy or delay of my period due to PCOD ,,plz reply to this | Hi, If you had ovulated while on Clomiphene, and followed the doctor's instructions, then it is most likely that you are pregnant. You can confirm this by taking a home pregnancy test with a fresh early morning sample. If the result is ambiguous and you wish for a better confirmation, you can get the serum beta-hCG measurement and a trans-vaginal sonogram. Please see your doctor for further suggestions. Good luck. | |
What is the treatment for loose motions?
my 15 month old baby is having loose motion since 2 days..she has done it about 3-4 times a day and yesterday night she vomitted twice though since morning she hasnt vomitted...Her food intake has also reduced since this afternoon and she is having slight temp since morning....doc has suggested sporlac and zinconia syrup..kindly advice is its gastroenteritis as i think her stomach pains when we touch her belly point | Hi....It seems your kid is having viral diarrhoea. Once it starts it will take 5-7 days to completely get better. Unless the kid's having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry. Stomach pain is very common - do not worry. It is intermittent and will settle down.I suggest you use zinc supplements (Zinconia syrup 5ml once daily for 14 days) & ORS (Each small packet mixed in 200ml of potable water and keep giving sip by sip) as hydration is very important and crucial part of treatment. If there is vomiting you can use Syrup Ondansetron as prescribed by your pediatrician.Regards - Dr. Sumanth | |
Suggest treatment for ADHD
Hello, I was diagnosed with ADHD by my pediatrician in light elementary school. My parents did not want to "medicate" me since I was a child. As I got into middle school and high school they did choose to want to medicate so it would help with my schooling but I didn't want to take the medication because I told them I could handle it on my own and I was fine. As I have gotten older I realize it's never gotten better and I have just fought it but now as a 31 year old full time working mother of 3 I do need the medication to fulfill daily tasks at work and home. Our schedule is so crazy I feel like I am just spinning around starting something and never finishing before moving onto the next project. I don't recall which mediation it was my parents tried with me a few times as a child but I know at this time I need it agin because this can be debilitating. Thank you so much. Ashley | tablet methylphenidate 10mgs every morning before he leaves out....even tab atemoxetine can be done....along with this behavioural therapy will do wonders | |
Why do I have trouble breathing?
Hi I'm having alittle trouble breathing when I inhale to much or exhale to much, I get a sharp pain just under my left breast. I've just done alittle reading and from what I've read it's nothing to serious but i would like a second opinion. I'm having no other symptoms either and my heart rate is steady. | thanks for asking your question I completely understand your question sharp pain may be due to a muscle stretch.u can have some analgesic tablets and if pain is not relieved by one or two days you can consult a pulmonologist , who can request for a chest xray and rule out any disease thanks/ regards may god bless you with good health feel free to ask more questions | |
Suggest treatment for a lump in the breast
Hi i am 39, widow, no kids,. had a lump in my breast last year but after mammography, ulraound and FNAC it was just pus and nothing malingant in my left breast. this year i got my ultraosund done as a routine after a year and the doctor said there is a 5-mm benign lsion in the right breast and I am taking primrose and evion for the last month and have been told to continue whole of life. waht shud i do next | hi.it is best if you do a follow-up consult with your doctor, preferably a general surgeon and ask for the lesions BIRADS category. it could be any of those breast lesions. malignancy must also be ruled out. further diagnostics and management (medical and/or surgical) will be directed accordingly.hope this helps.good day!!~dr.kaye | |
Can abortion medication cause sore throat with white pus?
I had an medication abortion 2 weeks ago. No complications. I am now getting a sore throat and have white puss in my throat. No pelvic pain, discharge (besides still spotting a bit). I feel good other than my throat. Is this related or just a case of the flu/cold/strep? | Hello, ITs very unlikely to have a throat infection after the abortion pill. However one can catch vaginal infection after that. It could be due to viral/bacterial infection that is not related to medication. If this is not settling I suggest you to visit your doctor for your proper checkup and treatment if needed. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. SAMEEN BIN NAEEM | |
Is abdominal pain, related with Clofert pill intake?
Hello doctor, i am from india, aged 30yrs, married for one and half year, had an missed abortion a year ago, have been trying to conceive for past 8 months, currently have taken clofert 25, i am on the 11the day and have been experiencing abdominal pain, can this be due to the tablet, pls advice . | Hi and Welcome to HCM, Clofert pill can cause pelvic pain. If you have heavy or painful menstural period or if condition persists please contact your doctor. Wish you speedy recoveryThanks for your query | |
Asthma, red spot on lung, breathing problems, cough, chest pain and lung pain, want to take scan. Malignancy?
My boyfriend is a veteran and he has had asthma his entire life. Two years ago they found a red spot on his lung and resently that spot went away. However they recently found another spot in his lung and though he had no new symptoms two years ago, he now is having severe breathing problems, trouble at night especially, and is always coughing. He also gets this Sharp pain in his chest , near his lungs. All the doctor would tell us is that he could not rule out malignancy at this time and that they want to take another scan in a few months. However in the mean time my boyfriend can t breath and I m affraid he is going to stop breathing at night. WHAT COULD THIS RED SPOT BE AND SHOULD WE BE MORE WORRIED ABOUT FINDING AN ANSWER NOW? | Hello To control asthma ur boyfriend must use combined inhaled corticosteroid and long acting beta 2 agonist 2 puffs twice daily. also use a short acting beta 2 agonist on sos basis. Also take a 7 day course of oral prednisolone if there is an exacerbation of asthma. Try to avoid cold, dust etc. I don't understand what ur doctor try to mean by red spot in lung. Consult a Pulmonologist immediately. | |
Could head pain be related to tooth extraction?
I have recently had a tooth taken out. Two weeks later I had to go back to my dentist as my gums were noticeably swollen. My dentist confirmed this and redressed the area and gave me antibiotics. But I have also been experiencing head pains especially when coughing and sometimes when bending forward. I have seen my doctor who did not seem to worried about this problem but I did not mention about the tooth extraction. I have also recently had a bad cough. I have put the coughing pains in my head down to straining my head muscles. But although I now only cough occasionally, my head still hurts when I cough. I would like to know if my head pains could be linked with the tooth extraction or can I put the pains down to all the coughing. | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The head ache what you are describing is a characteristic feature of the maxillary or frontal sinusitis. It is not related to the tooth extraction. The pain while bending forward will occur in sinusitis cases. Nothing to be panic, consult a ENT surgeon and get it evaluated. Meanwhile you can take the antibiotics and complete the course. You can do steam inhalation.I hope my answer will help you, take care. | |
How to increase the size of the penis?
Mr Obiedullah Baig +(91)-44-0000 My names are GAKURU John from Coimbatore native place Australia. I have the following problem. I have a very small penis and I have bought the pill called skander-e-azam penis enlargement capsules which I took for 3 months from 1ST/MAI TO END OF JULY/2010. They told me that I would see my penis being enlarged after 2 months and results should be permanent. THE PROBLEM IS THIS: MY PENIS DID NOT GET ENLARGED IT IS STILL SMALL. I am afraid that those capsules injected in my body some problem which will affect me in future. I need you give me the answer about the following question: 1. are those medecine safe? 2. are those medecine really work or are given ny some cheaters. 3. Is it good to take those medecine? 4. Can you tell me which problem caused that pills not to enlarge my penis? 5. I want to buy again that capsule to try again but I need your advice if I can buy it or not. Below is the site where I got the advertisement about that capuse web site: WWW.WWWW.WW BELOW IS THE ADVERTISMENT: Sikandar-E-Azam Herbal Capsule Have BIGGER , Harder, Longer-Lasting Erections -Guaranteed? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WITH SIKANDER-E- AZAM CAPSULE YOU CAN…. •Increased sexual stamina and sex drive. •More powerful, intense orgasms. •No more premature ejaculation. No worry if you have small penis or unsatisfied sex life Hashmi Dawakhana has a solution for this. After long researched in herbal medicine they have developed one formula – Sikandar -e- Azam herbal capsule. All around the world lots of people are using it & getting satisfied sex life. After taking this herbal capsule you can Imagine how you’d feel seeing your penis bigger in length and girth when aroused. When people talk about penis enhancement, there’s one name that always comes up -Sikandar -e- Azam Herbal Capsule. We believe so strongly in our product , We Dare You to Try Our Competitors First ! None of our competitors can say that When men want to guarantee they can enhance their penis, there’s only one name they turn to -Sikandar -e- Azam Herbal Capsule. If you’re not satisfied with your erection size, or simply want to reclaim some of your youthful vigor, use Sikandar -e- Azam Herbal Capsule. There’s a reason why our product is often imitated but never duplicated. Sikandar -e- Azam Herbal Capsule has helped millions of men successfully gain bigger, firmer erections and have a | Hello, You can see all these are the false claims made by the company. Educated People like you are falling prey to these kinds of quacks. There is no scientific way to improve the length of the penis except for reconstructive surgery. Such surgery even is not foolproof. Do not waste money on all these fake products. Even a two-inch erect penis can satisfy any woman. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. K. V. Anand, Psychologist | |
What causes severe pain like before even after gall stone removal surgery?
Hi, I am a 15 year old and about three moths ago i had to get surgery due to gall stones. After the surgery I was ok until about a week ago I have started to get sever pain like before the surgery, I'm not sure if i should be concerned due to the pain that comes and goes. | hi.noted history of gallstones. yes, gallstone disease can cause abdominal pain (specifically termed as biliary colic), which could range from mild-severe in intensity, depending on the acuteness or chronicity of onset and inflammation of your gallbladder and biliary tree secondary to obstruction due to your stones. a consultation with a doctor, preferably a general surgeon, for physical examination and clinical evaluation if best. other diagnostics (such as liver function tests, bilirubins, alkaline phosphatase, blood counts, ERCP/MRCP, etc.) and management (medical and/surgical if indications are found) will be directed accordingly. definitive management is cholecystectomy (removal of your gallbladder along with stones), which can be done laparoscopically (goldstandard) or thru open technique. low fat low salt diet is also advised.hope this helps.good day!!~dr.kaye | |
Suggest medication for permanent cure of fungal infection in inner thigh
Hi... I am 48 yrs old female, I got permanent fungal infection on my inner thighs near reproductive area on skin and during summer it increases a lot , I tried many antifungal creams but no positive result . Pls. suggest some good medicated cream for this. | HiI can understand your concern for the suspected fungal infection of inner thighs near the private parts.It seems you have a fungal infection of the groin (inner thighs and private parts) referred to as tinea cruris.Antifungal creams containing Terbinafine or Clotrimazole or Miconazole are very effective in the treatment of tinea cruris.Apply the cream twice daily to the surrounding 4-6 cm of normal skin in addition to the rash. The following measures may prevent fungal groin infection (tinea cruris) from recurring:1. Wash your groin daily; then dry thoroughly. The damp or moist groin is an ideal site for fungal germs to multiply. 2. Change your underwear daily. Fungi may multiply in flakes of skin in unwashed underwear.3. Check for the fungal infection of the toes. The fungi from athlete's foot may spread to the groin. The same creams are used to treat fungal infection of the toes and the groin.4. Do not share towels with people in communal changing rooms. Wash towels frequently &5. Keep your own towel when you have a fungal skin infection to reduce the chance of passing on the fungus to others.Hope the suggestions given above could be useful in total eradication of the fungus from the goin (inner thighs and private parts). | |
What causes red itchy blotches on back/shoulder/chest while having fever?
i had fever two nights in a row and when i woke up this morning i had red itchy botches throuhout my entire back, sholders, chest and belly area, slight blotches in my arms and it looks like its spreading to my face now. could this be a result of the fever? or is it something else? i also had my tonsils removed about 3 weeks ago. please help me! | Hi,The way you describe your symptoms of fever with red itchy blothces almost all over upper part of body could be allergy weals or urticaria.This often occurs following exposure to an allergen which may be dust.pollen.food or medicines…Often there may be a past or family history of allergy or rash or wheezing but need not be so all the time…As urticaria responds to antihistaminic drugs it did respond to benadryl…In severe cases doctors often prescribe atarax and…or steroids and or epipen injection for extreme emergency…A picture of blotches will help me be more sure about hives.I hope this answers your query … It will be advisable to consult dermatologist for further treatment.Thanks and Regards, | |
Does vaginal stinging and circular raw spots signify herpes?
I tested for stds the mid of Feb 2017 that included hiv and herpes 1 and 3 syphilis hep ABC it was a blood draw and it all came back negative any ways I had sex Saturday night for a quite long time by the end of the night I was sore but didn t pay no mind Sunday and Monday it was different I felt a little sting on the inside of my vagina on the right side so i decided to take a look and it was like a raw spot circle shape . And instantly freaked out , just cause it look like a freaking herpe but it doesn t hurt ot burn not even when I use the rr I have been with the same partner for 6 years but I still test my self to be on the safe side .just wondering what does a friction burn really look like cause all that pops up on Google is herpes and I m thinking the worst. | No, I don't think its herpes because its not just a circle spot but it involves an area of redness with eruption of multiple spots. All you need to do is to have a good vaginal hygiene.This will heal by itself but if its painful consider using topical steroids. If you experience further eruptions unresolving then discuss it again. | |
What causes a residual lip spot after respiratory infection treatment?
My 2 and half year old son has a minor upper respiratory infection about a month ago. Pediatrician prescribed a compound medication he had an allergic reaction to it and we stopped giving it to him after 3 days. The last day of his final dose I noticed a red dot above on his upper lip. I thought it might have been a fever blister trying to rise due to the fact that the medication gave him a super high fever. However, that red dot is still there and has been for over a month now?? Any suggestion sometimes it looks redder and sometimes it looks like its going away but never does?? | HiWelcome to HCM These tiny bumps on upper lip could possibly be Fordyce Granules which are tiny deposits of fatty tissue.Staphyloccocal infection can cause fluid-filled blisters around the nose and mouth. Contact dermatitis or allergic reaction to certain foods or toothpaste, milia, infected hair or sweat glands are few other possibilities. This can be milia, which are benign, keratin-filled cysts. My advice is to get it evaluated from a dermatologist. Treatment will be specific based on the cause. Do write to me again. Best luck and regards! | |
Experiencing numbness in fingers & toes after an electric shock
Hi i got an electric shock 5 days ago and am still experiencing Numbness, Tingling in my fingers and toes, Im light headed queezy and still feeling little electric shock like feelings through my whole body almost constantly and really need advice on how to stop this all happening | Hello Thank you for trusting HCM 1.it may be post electrocution myelopathy. 2.Shock like sensation on the body or tingling in the hand possibility of electrolytes imbalances. 3.shock cause spinal bone fracture cause this symptoms. Hello please consult your doctor immediately. | |
Is this MPV level in CBC result considered too high?
My CBC results indicated an MPV level of 10.7. I am a 58-year-old female? Is this MPV level considered too high? Are there other indicators to indicate the degree to which there should or should not be concern? Any and all information will be appreciated very much.Thank you. | MPV is Mean Platelet Volume. i.e. the average size of your platelets. Not a major problem unless you are facing any coagulation disorders( problems with clotting of blood after any injury or such). | |
Suggest remedy for pain in left thigh and abdomen
I donated my left kidney and am now experiencing supersensitivity in the nerves in my left thigh as wel as part of my abdomen...it hurts to touch it, like needles and it sometimes has a burning sensation. It even hurts when it jiggles when I walk. Will this go away? It has been two weeks since the surgery. | Hi.Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.This is obviously a nerve entrapment or a slipped disc due to typical positioning of the patient (you) at the time of surgery or there would have been a pre-existing prolapsed intervertebral disc which got enhanced now. Or can be due to re-activation of some viral infection of the nerve root. I would advise you the following::: MRI of the whole spine to find the disc prolapse or neurological affection of the spinal cord .Review by a Neurologist to have a detailed clinical examination so that the diagnosis and treatment can be done properly. | |
Will epilepsy medicines cause hallucination?
Hi, My best friend and I met because we have epilepsy. Now I am taking care of him (home health) because I am an LPN but he had a large wound on his back from a fall so instead of staying in the hospital for such a long time I agreed to keep him here. The problem is, he is hallucinating about times he was in the Navy and I have had epilepsy for 20 years and Mike has changed so much lately. I know he is hallucinating because of the things he says. When I first started having seizures I hallucinated so I do know what it is like, but that was a long time ago. Now, Mike seems like a different person and I am trying to help him with his wound and colostomy bag and other things recently done in the hospital. my question is why is he like this? what do I? and is this happening because of the epilepsy meds? | Hi, I am Dr.Bruno. I have read your question with care and understand your concerns. Let me try to help you Question : Will epilepsy medicines cause hallucination?Answer : Yes. Few medicines can cause Hallucination, but more common that that Epilepsy itself can cause Hallucinations. There is a type of epilepsy called Temporal Lobe Epilepsy which causes Hallucinations. Chances of Temporal Lobe Epilepsy Causing Hallucinations are more than Epilepsy medicines causing HallucinationsHope you found the answer helpful.If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.Let me know if I can assist you further.Take care. | |
Is there any painkiller other than tylonal for pain from head to neck for a person who is suffering from cancer?
My husband has skin cancer and a growth on his scalp and is scheduled for surgery shortly , however, in the meantime he is suffering from severe pain , at the sight and down his head towards his neck, including his ear. Is there some other pain killer he can use other than Tylonal, which doesn t seem to help. | Good morning madam I can fairly understand the pain of malignancy, how agonizing it is, well if you are not satisfied with the current medication, you can switch over to OPIODs after consulting you oncosurgeon, however, this shift of medicine may cause dizziness and sleepiness, and eventually may lead to confusing regarding invasion of the tumor intra cranially, so before shifting over the medicines please do consult your oncosurgeon. | |
Suffering from asthma and feel weak and dizzy when i stand
Hi, I am 18 years old and I expierenced a asthma attack today that sent me to the emergency room. I was having pain in both my calfs during the attack and they told me it was from low oxygen levels in the blood due to the quick heavy breathing and that it should go away in a couple of hours. I was told this at 9:30 in the morning, and it is currently 6:30 at night. I am still expierencing pain in my calfs, a tingling feeling in both knees, and some new pain in my thighs. There is also a discomfort feeling, painful from time to time, where I have been diagnosed with tendinitis in my left elbow. I haven t had problems with asthma before like this, and have had no past medical issues. Is this normal for the leg pains and the pain in my elbow to still be there 10 hours after the initial start of the attack? Also, when I stand, I start to feel weak and a little dizzy but am fine when I am sitting down. | this can be due to electrolye imbalance. get eletrolye level checked. & take tretment accordingly. | |
Unable to conceive second time. Follicular study done. What does it mean? What problem in conceiving?
Hello Dr.i have a baby i.s.eight years old. after this i am not conceive last 8 years.we contact to gynecologist,she say to me for this test follicle maturation study that are in day 11 right ovary 18mm size and left 17mm,day 12 size L- rupture and R-19mm,day 13 size R-21mm.TB-PCR non detected. QUANTIFERON TB GOLD RESULT -negative EIR-Infectious section (NIL CONTROL- 0.05, TB ANTIGEN-0.09, MITOGEN CONTROL-7.10, TB ANTIGEN-NIL-0.04, MITOGEN- NIL -7.05) .TESTOSTERON, FERR/ TOTAL,SERUM (testosteron total-63.0, free testosteron -3.59, %free testosteron -0.57).LUTEINIZING HORMON - 6.92, FOLLICULAR STIMULATING HORMONE-13.63, PROLACTIN-3.43, TOTAL TSH 3RD GENERATION,SERUM-4.097. pleas read all details and advised wate i do,what problem in conceive baby. | HelloThanks for your query.YOur follicular study suggests that ovulation occurred.All the other investigations also seem to be fine, except that the FSH is on the higher side ( should be less than 10 )You should get your husband's semen analysis testing done.Also, it is essential to check patency of your fallopian tubes ( via laparoscopy ).If tubes are patent, you can proceed with ovulation induction 3 cycles, else, please consider IVF / IUIAll the best. | |
Suggest treatment for psychotic episodes
i deal with phschotic episodes where i assault people, black out, verbally abuse, and break stuff when this happens! i dont have a job and any way to try and get help, not that i would know where to begin! i am looking for anything that may be of help! please help me and dont let me hurt anyonelse, especially my family! | HiI uunderstand your concern.Psychotic episode need to evaluated because it has very different kinf of features like Suspiciousness/fearfulness/hallucinations etc.Verbally abuse and assaulting people are not sufficient to make proper diagnosis.So need to consult psychiatrist and detail evaluation of your illness is necessary.After proper assessment we can able to give treatment.Early treatment will bring fast and good recovery.So consult and get help.Get well soon.Hope for the best.Thank you. | |
What causes lump with pus?
Hi, I'm 16 years old, and roughly 2 years ago I fell off my bike, I got a rather large cut on my leg, 2 days later I had this lump form about 2 centimeters away from the cut, at first I thought it was a rock lodged under the skin, but then about 2 weeks after that I squeezed the lump and a lot , about a teaspoon, of fairly hard thick white cream cheese looking stuff come out of the lump... And I thought that would be the end of it, but no it stayed! Ever couple of weeks I can squeeze more of the white stuff out of it. There's no blood, it's numb, I don't feel any pain, and I don't know what it is, oh, and it's like open, it doesn't scab over, and the skin hasn't grown over it , nothing, its just there, and the white stuff does not smell... Any help? | Hi,DEAR,Good Evening,Thanks for the query.I studied it in details and understood your health concerns regarding it.Lump caused on the leg-at the trauma site-is Chronic Abscess in the Hematoma after the trauma to leg 2yrs back.Treatement is by -proper surgical drainage with scraping of the chronic abscess wall,after adequate incision and would heal by scar over 2 wks time.Hope this would help you to plan the treatment with your doctor.Wellcome for any further query in this regard.Wishing you good health.Good Night.Dr.Savaskar M.N.From INDIA. | |
What treatment should be done for the acne on my back which is in my spine and painful ?
i have acne on my back when it pops it has a hard white pit they are only on my spine though which makes it very painful | hi it is acne or perspiration dermatitis. no chance of seborrhic ds as it is not occur on back and in this way. so dont worry about it u need to apply clindamycin lotion over back twice a day never prick or popped it wear cotton cloths use antiperspirant powder to prevent new lesion drink more water better to consult dermatologist | |
What causes elevated liver enzymes and serum ammonia?
Hi my mom is 64 years old and she is suffering from repeated coma which lasts for few days ,all the lab tests shows normal results except for slight elevation in liver enzymes and the serum ammonia is 160 we ruled out neurological issues what could be the reason ? Thank you | Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.Coma with high ammonia level suggest hepatic encephalopahty. You should go for complete liver function test and ultrasound abdomen to search the cause. Then you should take treatment according to cause.Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly.Hope I have answered your question, if you have any doubts then contact me at bit.ly/Drsanghvihardik, I will be happy to answer you.Thanks for using health care magic.Wish you a very good health. | |
What causes pain under the left testicle?
Hello, this is hard to explain. I'm 16 and I have pain under my left testicle. It's not extreme but its sharp. I read about having blue balls on one side but even after trying to massage the tube like stuff under there it still hurts. It comes and goes and sometimes doesn't appear for over a month. I don't feel any lumps or swelling. Could it just be a nerve being pushed or something? Sometimes it's in the other testicle. IT just feels like a cramp and doesn't really hurt unless I move. | hi.welcome.take pain killers for 5 days.if the pain doesnt subside,kindly do ultrasound scrotum and consult a urologist.thank you. | |
Suffering from constant headache and Fatigue. Low haemoglobin since delivery. Will low HB cause cancer?
hi dr am aaron from uganda .my concern is . i have my sister she had a c-section about 5 yrs ago and her hb has since remained very low with the last being 8.5 mg/dl .what bothers me is that before the c-section she had good hb levels .so please advice us because we are scared that she might have got cancer . she is doing fine except complaining about constant headache and fatigue | Dear Ma'am, Sorry to hear about your sister's problem. There are many causes of low Hb and cancer is not one of the common ones. She should undergo a peripheral smear to see the exact cause of her low Hb. This will also rule out the presence of a blood cancer. In addition she can get the iron profile done, which will tell us whether the low Hb is due to low iron or not. | |
I am hbv positive carrier. Experiencing some cramp, what is the treatment now ?
I Im hbv positive carrier. It was found on 28.1.2011. since then I underwent homeopathi medicine. Before diagnosis I had no symptoms except burning of palms,sole and warm air came from mouth. While getting treatment I have been experiencing some crap just bellow the right side ribs, fitigue,tired, ligh cola cloured urine and eyes were shrunken. I have been taking plenthy of water. less Nonveg meals and I had no other habits like drinking and smoking. When checked my wife she found hbsag negetive. Immediately gave her vaccination two shots were completed and third shot sheduled to be on 4.8.11. I have been participatinng sex by using condom. My children were also HBs ag negetive.( HBS ab not tested so far) They were vaccinated after their birth . I am worried about while treatment, is the virus activated? if so, the virus harm my liver? ( my previous SGPT-18 IU/L). I heard that hbv trasmitted through sweat, is it true? | Dear Ponduru Your being positive for Hbv is sufficient to call for proper care in diet and regular medicine.The way have explained your condition i believe homeopathic remedy has not offered the desired results, either it calls for re selection of medicine or you should look for other alternatives. Ayurveda offers good help in such cases There are some drugs which have given proved results. Tab. Nirocil and sy livomyn for the base line treatment. I also use punarnava kshar in such cases. you can take your decision. | |
What causes blood in urine with decreased kidney functions?
Hello, My mother had heart by-pass surgery two weeks ago. She is still in intensive care on a resperator. She has been diagnosed with R.A.D.S. and her kidney functions are decreasing. She has had multiple dialysys treatments. What might possibly be causing blood in her urine? | Hello and welcome to HCM.As an Urologist, i can understand your concern.After bypass operations,all patients are on anti-coagulant treatment,to prevent clotting.She's on dialysis, due to reduced kidney function.Following dialysis, as kidney function improves,it's common to see, blood in urine.The cause for the blood is, due to inflammation in the kidney,called glomerulo-nephritis.As it resolves with treatment,blood is commonly seen,more in people on anti-coagulants.Treatment for RADS, will be tailored according to kidney function. Hope your doubt is cleared.If you've any other doubt,send it as a direct question,to me.Dr.Matthew J. Mangat. | |
How would one confirm for having Cellulitis?
Hi,My father inlaw broke his forearm 2 months ago and had his cast removed after 6 weeks.He is now experiencing pain and swelling in the inner part of his elbow.He is unable to bend at the elbow,and he has redness.Is it possible that he could have a cellulitis? | Hi, Consult a general surgeon and evaluated. An ultrasound scan is required. A short course of antibiotics might be required preferably Amoxclav. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician | |
Suggest treatment for severe back pain
Hi im a 23 year old male 215lbs. I work a physical job everyday and have not expierienced these symptoms prior to the start of my new job 2 months ago. I have had very weird symptoms like back pain on the top right of my back. The walk in says its mucle spasms and said my lungs and everything else sound fine. Also having left side dull pain 1 to 2 times a day feels like cramps when you run but less severe and occasional left upper chest pain on my pectoral area. | For treatment of severe back pain you can take some pain killer preferably biozobid-plus or osteonac-th only when the pain is worse or disturbing your routine work along with some calcium supplements like shalcal-d or toscal-gem once daily. Do some physiotherapy exercises after an expert opinion of physiotherapist. I will also advice you to sleep on a plain surface. | |
What is the reason for discomfort in chest after eating?
I am 59 yrs old male. I take telmisarten 40mg od, atorvastin 10 mg od , feburic 40 mg half tab od, calcium 500 and multivitamin daily. Recently after eating little heavy diner I feel little heavynes in chest but feels relived if a additional dose of telmisartan 40 mg is taken. I drink 2 pegs of whisky not more than 5 days a week. | taking an extra dose of Telmisartan without a doctors approval based on high BP is extremely dangerous. The first diagnosis of chest pain in your case after a heavy meal would be angina. I would recommend you do an ECG, echo and stress test. If all negative , start a Proton pump inhibitor and avoid alcohol. | |
What does low TLC blood count imply?
WHAT DOES A LOW TLC BLOOD COUNT IMPLY IF THERE ARE GENERALLY ASSOCIATED SYMPTOMS ABSENT SUCH AS AIDS OR MEDICATION OR RADIATION EXPOSURE ETC MY BLOOD TEST REPORT IS OTHERWISE NORMAL BUT SHOWING LOW TLC COUNT WHEN I AM OTHERWISE PERFECTLY HEALTHY WITH NO FEVER OR INFECTIONS ALSO?PLEASE ANSWER MY QUERY. | hi, low wbc count may be due to many causes like viral infection, thyphoid, malaria, due to some drugs or radiation any thing. but if you are healthy and dont have symptoms then no need to worry. just go for regular check up. mostly it will come to the normal after few days. if it remains persistently low then consult physician and go for further testing otherwise right now no any treatment is required.thanks for using health care magic. | |
Suggest treatment for swollen lymph node at the base of the skull
I have what I believe to be a swollen occipital lymph node at the base of my skull on the right side. It is quite painful to lay on or touch. I am also 6 months pregnant and have no other symptoms of illness at the present time. Did have neck pain and a headache when I woke up this morning. | Hello!My name is Dr. Aida and I am glad to attend you on Healthcaremagic!I agree with you on the fact that it seems to be a reactive inflammatory lymph node. It could be caused by an inner ear infection or inflammation in this area. The neck pain could also be a sign of inflammation. Coming to this reason, I would recommend consulting with your doctor for a physical exam, a complete blood count and PCR for inflammation. Hope you will find this answer helpful!Best regards! | |
Suggest diet restrictions post dog bite
My daughter is 6 years 7 months old, she was bitten by a street dog today. The doctor has given Verorab first dose today and suggested for another 4 doses. We are planning to go out of the station this week. Do we need to any food precautions. Please advice whether it is good to cancel the trip. Will there be any side effects if the climate is changed or if we go to new places? There was no blood at the affected place. | Hi,Nothing to worry, you can go out as wound is no problem.There is no specific food restriction.Take verorab shots regularly as your doctor advised.Ok and take care. | |
Does augmentin cause elevated blood platelets?
My 3.5 years daughter (weight 16.5Kg) has dengue fever. Platelet count is 2.1 lakh. how often should I test her platelet count. She has infection in her right leg s mother toe and is on antibiotic too (Syp Augmentin DDS 3 ml dose for 5 days) Will this antibiotic have any impact on her platelet? | Hi Platelet count in dengue fever is usually low (less than 1.5 lakh ) . I think 2.1 lakh count is OK if her condition is other wise well . No augmentin will not have any effect on plateket count. Regarding testing for platelet it dependents on condition of baby .thanks | |
What causes whiteness and numbness in the lips?
husband keeps getting numb lips.it's been a while(5hours ago) since we ate an upside down banana split.he has many allergies.and asthma.it has been happening for about 3 weeks and has just told me about it a few days ago.i am in fear he may be gaining more allergies or having signs of whatever.help? | Hello,Welcome to HCM,Your husband may be allergic to the ingredients used in making banana split.Allergies are certainly the result of food,environmental and genetic factors.The release of histamines that triggers allergy reaction.If it is due to food factors we can identify the allergen and can prevent exposure to that allergen.Thank you. | |
What does projectile vomiting and cough indicate??
I have a 10 month old male who is projectile vomiting after milk feeds... he is quite chesty, teething and coughing a lot. The vomiting started yesterday at childminders, no diahorria and nothing different to normal apart from a bump on the cheek that is now a bruise. | Thank you for consulting in Health care Magic. I need more details:1.Did he received his vaccination against pertussis?2.What character of cough, is it most dry or with sticky sputum?3.Did he have breathlessness on lying flat? 4.Has his cough been finished with vomiting?5.Is there any relief when she walks outside?6.Did she eat something spoiled or with dirty hands at childminders? If she has these issues we should differentiate pertussis, bronchitis, food borne toxicoinfection. To begin with,give to child econorm(saccharomyces) 1 paket 2 times 3 days. For cough you can use relent(syrup), clarythromycin,steam inhalation or do inhalation by nebulizer with salbutamol , then after 15 min with ambroxol. Best regards Dr.Svetlana | |
Suggest treatment for enlarged right ventricle of heart
my husband was diagnosed with a enlarged heart 3 yrs. ago.the dr. said no treatment was need at that time he would just keep watching it.since than he has had 2 dizzy spells at work and sent home. he had an ekg done 2 times in a row and it showed something wrong with the bottom of his heart.they did 2 sleep studies and he does not have sleep apnea.and they did the heart ultrasound 2 weeks ago and said he has a enlarged right ventrical.put him on lipator 20 mg. and said the size of his heart didn't change much.we have been looking this up and we are very concerned.the dr. has not ordered any further test he said his valve is working fine nothing to be worried about.what should we do now. | Being the attendents of the patient you are advised to take care of him by avoiding unusual stresses,over exertion,smoking, high caloric and high fat content diet. Also monitor his blood pressure twice a day and ask him to take plenty of vegetables and fruits | |
What causes back, groin area, pelvic area, buttock and vagina pain?
I have pain that started in my lower right back.Also have pain in my left groin area.The pain in my back and pelvic area is terrible and goes to under my buttocks. I've seen gyno and urologist and have an appt. w/back doctor next week. Pain gets worse as week progresses.It also hurts in my vagina.I'm miserable!! | I understand your concerns, this pain may be due to back nerve compression..... that may go down to inner thighs and some time vagina also... go for physiotherapy treatment take IFT AND SWD therapy. | |
Any chances of getting pregnant by missing pills?
I have been on the pill for 3 months, with no breaks. In month 3 i missed some pills and was having unprotected sex, so then i didnt bother finishing the 1st pack and left about 10 pills. Its now bin a week since i came off the pill and i havent had a period, what is the chance of me being pregnant and when should i test, because i havent had a period in 3 months | Hi dear and thanks for your query.While you have missed some pills of contraception and you have had unprotected intercourse ,chances to be pregnant are very big.Hence get a urinary pregnancy test at home to confirm/rule out any pregnancy.If it is positive ,contact with an gynecologist.If it is negative ,again contact with a gynecologist because you have three missed periods in a row. | |
What causes stomach pain at night?
I keep getting a mild pain in my stomach at night and only at noght its really annoying me and sometimes it can be really bad I have been given many bits of medication and they have never worked and blood tests and nothing has cropped up also i am getting an ultra sound scan tomorrow and I am 12.... | Hello little child! Thank you for writing us here. Pain at night is most likely because of improper digestion of food. I would suggest you to take dinner little early and don't go to bed straight away okay? Walk for at least 30 minutes so the food is digested properly. And also don't drink water immediately after finishing off your meals. Wait for 10 minutes at least then have water. You'll be alright so don't worry :)Best regards,Dr Gunjan | |
Trying to conceive, having cyst in ovary. Had conceived through clomid and HCG injection but had misabortion. Advise?
good morning sir plz help me . i am trying to conceive since 6 months ago. but iam unable to conceive. i am having cyst in my right ovary. 2 months back i conceive through clomid, hcg injection but it causes to misaborption in that doctor said cyst is decreased from 5cm to 4cm. i m worried becoz my age is 29yrs. tell me after how many days i can conceive. | Hi,Thank you for choosing Healthcaremagic. As you have already conceived once, your chances of again getting conceived is high. So do not worry, I advise you to take 3 cycles of combined oral contraceptive pills for the cyst to decrease and then re try clomid. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. In case of any doubt, I will be available for follow-ups. If you like my answers kindly rate it, and write a review as well. Please do not forget to accept it.Thank you,Wish you good health.Regards,Dr ArifYou can consult me again directly through my profile | |
What is the treatment of rapid heart beat and discomfort in the chest?
My age is 37 height 5.5 and weight 49 kgs, having heart beats at speed of 100 - 120 for last 3 years, now adays i start some discomfort in middle of the chest and sometimes i feel like gap in my heart beats or say some type of vibration. 3 years back i have done 2 d echo, it was normal , and every 3-4 months i go for ecg , even that is normal.Please suggest | Hello, You need to get some more test to look for cause like hemogram, thyroid test. Do you have any anxiety as it can cause this. Do you have symptoms on daily basis, if yes then you should get one holter monitoring done which is ecg monitoring put for 24 hrs and pick up any abnormalities in heart rhythm. You should do yoga and relaxation techniques like deep breathing to calm you down. You should also get started on beta blockers like tab Metoprolol xr 25 mg which will take care of these symptoms. | |
History of febrile seizures. Had febrile seizure during viral infection. Should Frisium dosage be increased?
Hi, My son had his first febrile seizure when he was 1yr 8 months+. It was almost 4 hrs after his food and the temperature was 103 F. At that time, only antipyretic drug had been used. However, after that we have been using frisium 5mg, half tablet once 12 hrs, whenever he has temperature higher than 100. He was fine till he crossed 3 yrs. Then had a febrile seizure once ( 30s) when fever crossing 103 F during a viral infection in October 2012 and once ( 20s) when fever crossing 104F during a tonsillitis in November 2012. Should I increase dosage of frisium? or should I add any medication? I am not considering regular or daily medication at this point. My son is 3 yrs and 3 months, weighing 13.2 Kgs. He doesn t have any other medical conditions. Please suggest appropriate solution for his febrile seizure condition. Thanks, nAni. | Hi, Thank you for posting your query. Your son has had three episodes of typical febrile seizures. There is no need of using any daily anti epileptic drugs at this moment. Febrile seizures are harmless and they do not lead to epilepsy in future. The only treatment required is aggressive lowering of body temperature as soon as he gets fever, and Frisium tablets during the period of fever. Febrile seizures stop on their own, once the child crosses the age of six. Best wishes, Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology) Senior Consultant Neurologist | |
Want to change birth control. Have side effects with Lutera, Orth Tryclen. Can vaginal foam and spermicide be used?
I am wanting to change birth control but do not have a family doctor. I really don't want to use anything but I am married and don't want to risk getting pregnant. I have one child. I am on the pill right now and was just switched to Lutera but am having some uncomfortable side effects. I had been on orth tryclen, brand and off brand in the past only. I am really trying to decide what is the best for me. Can you tell me about vagimal foam and spermicide and if it's possible to use together to prevent pregnancy. I am more concerned about pregnancy than STD's but would like to make the best decision. I would prefer not to use any hormones. I have been on birth conrtrol for a long time and am concerned about the length of time. | Hi,Thanks for using Healthcaremagic,After going through your history, oral pills are good for contraception under medical supervision.If you want to use alternative methods there are many with different safety profile like Barrier methods like condom for male and female, there are vaginal tablets with spermicide, but Intrauterine contraceptive device like copper T may be very suitable to you.Please discuss with your Gynecologist for what is best for you. Barrier method can be combined also to improve their efficacy. They provide additional benefit of protecting against STDs.There are long acting depot preparations to be used once in 3 months.Hope this information helps.Take care.Good Luck.Dr.Akhilesh Dubey M.D. | |
Is the phototherapy harmful to the baby?
Hello Doctor...I am very happy that I have been blessed with boy baby on 2nd April 5:37 pm.Mother and the baby are fine.I wanted to have few clarification on the treatment provided to the baby.The doctor had advised to take blue fin test on 3rd april and test are as follows Free T3 Sample Serum Result 1.03 freet T4- 1.09 and TSH 9.67.Today morning when the pediatrician has advised to keep the baby in the photo therapy and has told us take one more blood test tomorrow morning.My question and want a suggestion from your end the following 1.Is the phototherapy harmful to the baby in any way ? what is the caution to be taken 2.is it fine to to keep taking blood test within the two days of the birth of the baby All i really understand its for the traetment and i am very much confused because i dont have any clarity on this from the doctor side | hi! I understand your concern. the baby had been started on photo therapy for jaundice. the baby may develop a rash due to it but that goes in a few days.also using protective covering for the eyes and genitals is required. but treating jaundice is more important than these side effects as high jaundice may cause brain damage. regarding blood tests whatever important investigation is required need to be done for proper treatment. | |
Q. How can we manage diarrhea in babies?
Hi doctor, My baby is having diarrhea since last night. Today he has gone poop eight times. He is mostly crying. His age is seven months. I have given ORS to him. | Hi. The most common causes of diarrhea below one year age of a baby are viral diarrhea. Rotavirus diarrhea is very common and frequent. Rotavirus is a virus that spreads through the contamination of food, improperly cleaned utensils and poor hygiene. Please specify whether your baby is having watery (resembling rice water) diarrhea. In rotavirus infection, diarrhea is watery, frequent, and it is of considerable volume. You have done the right thing by giving ORS (oral rehydration solution). Give it plenty, every time after your baby passes stool, also give ORS for every 15 minutes. If he vomits, wait for 10 minutes and give ORS. You should also continue breastfeeding and give semi-solid and solid foods according to her diet schedule. Do not stop solid foods. Maintaining water and electrolyte balance (by starting ORS early and frequently) is the primary treatment. You should count the number of urine output of your baby. If it remains normal, it is fine, but if the urine output number falls, then it means that there is dehydration which is alarming and needs more frequent ORS. You can also give him probiotics like Econorm (Saccharomyces Bouraldii) or Enteroplus sachet (Lactobacilus rhamnosus) dissolved in water or milk twice a day. For abdominal pain (crying) you can provide Colpep (Dimethicone with Fennel oil) or Decolic drops (Dicyclomine with Simethicone) 10 to 12 drops when needed. If the condition worsens or dehydration persists (baby will be irritable at first, then there will be drowsiness with sunken eyes, less urine output, and rapid pulse), immediately consult with a doctor or take him to a hospital without any delay. Stool analysis and culture sensitivity can be done. Preventive measures are: For more information consult a paediatrician online --> | |
How to increase sperm count?
Hi doctor iam an 39 year old male i have married 5 ,1/2 years back i have low sperm count of 8 millions/ml when i tested my semen analysis and i have been found Diabatic my sugar levels are 437 random at that time so ihave been given Triglimipex 2mg one tablet per day , I have been advised to take clofert 25mg and Evion 400mg for increase my sperm count and after 3 months i have checked my sperm count it has increased to 20millions/ ml and my sugar levels are in control i have discontinued taking tablets clofert 25mg and evion 400mg for nearly one year now i again checked my semen analysis it is again 5millions/ml and now i have a problem of low errection and low semen quantity plz suggest how i can come out of this. | Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Diabetes mellitus is one of the major cause for erectile dysfunction and low sperm count in males but there are other causes aswell which needs to be ruled out. In males one of the major cause of low sperm count is varicocele which is abnormal dialation of testicular veins I would have advised you to take tamoxifen 10mg twice daily for 1 month and repeat your semen analysis along with good sugar control. Thanks | |
Suggest treatment for hemochromatosis in a child
I Have a daughter (14) who has been diagnosed with hemochromotosis and my daughter informed me that the local doctors where she lives are not willing to do regular blood tests to monitor her levels. They have told my exwife that they will do nothing more until the child is the legal age of 18. I find this disturbing as the child has been diagnosed, and there should be some course of ongoing testing, and blood donations at the very least in my opinion. Please advise as to what you think is the proper action in this case. Thank you. | Hi, Treatment for hemochromatosis includes low iron containing diet, with iron chelation therapy. Deferasirox or deferiprone helps in iron chelation. If liver involvement is there, then treatment would be supportive and liver transplantation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nirubhan Bharathy, Pediatrician | |
Done semen analysis. Is it a sign of infection?
HI I have a question. I m 23 years old. I ve just taken semen analysis yesterday. I hadn t known before so I ejaculated 3 days ago. My result is not very good. No.: 30 million/ml. Fast forward: 25%, Slow forward: 10%. Liquefaction: 120MIN. Normal morpho: 70%. ph 9. my liquefaction is long, I m afraid it s a sign of infection. What kind of service I should take at a hospital next??? | HelloThanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that your semen analysis is well within normal range as compared to WHO standards except the factthat semen liquefaction time is 120 minutes .This could be due to infection of the prostate (Prostatitis).If you are married and trying for conception please consult qualified Infertilty specialist and get Post Coital Test of your wife done to confirm presence of sperms in cervical mucus If the test is positive you need not worry at all .However if the test id negative and there are no sperms or dead sperms in cervical mucus you may need to take antibiotics for 2-6 weeks to combat infection.Dr.Patil. | |
What causes stones in gallbladder and kidney?
I get a stomach/abdomen ? cramp after I get up to urinate in the middle of the night. It takes about 1/2 hour to pass. I try to eliminate salt from diet but have had this for 1-1/2 year. Had ultra sound, cat scan and did not show anything severe. Some small stones in gall bladder and small stone in kidney. What is causing this? Thank you. | Hello and welcome to HCM. As an Urologist,i can understand your anxiety.You've not written your age,gender and if you're taking any medication.Your symptoms aren't due to small stones,seen in kidney and gall bladder.You need to do certain blood tests and an endoscopy if needed.Tests like :1. blood routine,RBS,LFT,s.proteins,A/G ratio,platelets,creatinine,lipase and electrolytes.2. OGD (endoscopy test).3. uroflowmetry.According to reports,the cause and treatment can be advised.Send the reports to me,as a direct question,for an expert opinion.Dr.Matthew J. Mangat. | |
Taken fertisure m and doxy for prescribed duration. Should semen analysis be done?
hi doctor, my husband has finished eating fertisure-M for three months and doxy for 15 days. should another semen analysis be done now to see the sperm count? | Hello,Welcome to Healthcaremagic.Fertisure M is usually prescribed for Increasing sperm counts.Response is unpredictable.If decreased sperm count associated with any motility disorder, it make the longer time.Cause for decreased sperm count is essential.If it is treatable, Fertisure M will yield good results.You can check the sperm count now. If not increased do not get worry, just continue the treatment and try natural conception method.You can also try artificial reproductive techniques.Hope this helps.Take care. |
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