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If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I sprained and slightly fractured my ankle 1 week ago. I have bruising up my shin and all around my foot/ankle area. My toes on the injured foot are blue in between and underneath and sooo cold, I feel like I am standing outside in the snow. Is this cold toes/foot due to the injury, over-icing or is it something else? Am I receiving enough blood circulation in the toes? | Hello, Your symptoms are suggestive of low blood supply to the shin and foot. For this reason, I recommend going to the ER for a physical exam and a Doppler ultrasound of the leg vessels. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | i was currently diagnosed with lyme s disease and am being treated with doxycycline. i have been on it for 13 days. i am wondering if it can delay your period? i NEVER go past 29 days and i am on day 32...and am worried i could be pregnant...which isn t a problem necessarily except that i am on the antibiotic that can apparently cause harm to a fetus. | Howell come to ChatDoctorI really appreciate your concern, antibiotic may not cause delayed menses, if it is not the pregnancy then it could be hormone changes, you have not mentioned your age because age could be the reason for delayed menses better to rule out both pregnancy and age hope this information helps. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Im 32 years old i have pcos and iam not ovulating, i had my serum hormones tested, E2 pmol/L <136, PROG nmol/L <1.5. ! this is very low, there was a reference intervals for post menopausal? I would like to have kids do you think this will be possible, i have just started taking metform | Hi, I think you should take some medicines like camphene for the growth of your follicles and track your follicles' growth by repeated ultrasound and when your follicles is more than 17 to 18 mm, take injection for rupturing the follicles. Be in contact with your husband for 2 to 3 days after injection. Take progesterone for next 2 weeks. Do a urine pregnancy test at home after that. Discuss with your doctor regarding this. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Chat Doctor. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, I m asking a question about my 16.5 month old. She has recently gone from 4 point crawling to asymmetrical crawling with one foot on the floor and one knee bent (sometimes known as the crab crawl) would this be consider a developmental regression? | Not regression, it's okay for babies to try funny ways of walking. More important is if he can walk by itself. Normal range for walking is 10-14 months. After 14 months you need a pediatric visit for assessment if baby is still not doing same. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have had pain in my right face for about a month...My family doctor and my neurologis are treating me for trigminal neuralgia and gave me carbamzamine and yesterday prednisone..This morning I worke up and there is a bumpe un the gum above the right tooth..This is were the most pain has been and on the toohth and then in the face..I never had the bump...Who do I see? family docotr, neurologist(who treats me for MS) or the dentist? | Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor. I read your query. What kind of bump it is? A boil, ulcer or some solid mass? Most probably this correlates with gum access due to tooth infection. Is the corresponding or nearby tooth carious? I suggest you go to a dentist and get an x-ray done of that area. There could be periapical infection leading to periapical abscess or sinus. This pain can radiate upwards towards head or ear or downwards towards lower jaw and can be mistaken as Trigeminal neuralgia. This would be confirmed only after you visit a dentist. Hope the answer helps. Thank you! |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My granddaughter 3 years old is a week from having a acute pneumonia episode. Was hospitalized for 2 days found out she had walking pneumonia the mycoplasma and the prior medication was ampicillin IV and was changed to Zithromax on second admission. she got better was discharged. 7 days later during sleep noticed her taking quick 2 breaths after breathing normal for a short time, appetite good no fever good activity. Should we be alarmed? | Isolated episode of 2 quick breath, there is nothing to be worried about. If the following criteria are fulfilled there is absolutely nothing to be worried about1. Absence of fever2. Normal respiration3. Accepting feeds well4. No other signs of respiratory distress. Take Care Best Regards Chat Doctor. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My 4year old daughter has inflammation in her colon area and we were told that she has Crohn s disease. She is undergoing remicade infusion. How can I keep her inflammation under control? Any foods to eat or any foods to avoid. She doesn t have diarrhea but is constipated. Any tonics to improve her appetite? | Right diet for this disease is individual.radical infusion reduce the effect of substance in the body than can cause inflammation currently no treatment for this disease, but treatment can help to improve the symptoms. The disease flares uptimes to time. Consult dietitian for diet plan. Treatment consist of 1-immuno suppressants2-biological3-antibiotics4-surgery. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have lower back pain that came on suddenly the other night while sleeping. My lower back hurts and is causing my oblique s to be very tight. I cannot take a deep breath (or even sniff); as my lungs are enlarging I suddenly have extreme pain, causing my lower back muscles and oblique s to tighten. I am in my early-mid 30 s, active, 6 and 190lb, last strenuous activity was 6 days prior. However, the day before when I woke up my lower back hurt and was stiff (felt like I had been hit in the lower back) but there was no pain. I cannot find a position where the pain subsides, it did lessen considerably (and I could breathe easier) when taking a hot shower. Tonight I was painting a room and noticed pain had subsided, but came back soon after stopping. I do not see/palpate anything abnormal. | Hi, SEEING TO YOUR HISTORY YOU MAY BE SUFFERING FROM PROLAPSE DISC.SO VISIT YOUR ORTHOPEDIC IAN. HE MAY YOUR MRI DONE TO CONFIRM THIS. I think this will be useful for you. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | HII HAVE HAD A HARD LUMP IN THE FOLD OF SKIN BETWEEN THE UNDERSIDE OF MY RIGHT MAN BREAST AND MY TORSO, UP TO NOW I HAVE HAD NO PROBLEM WITH IT(NEARLY A YEAR). LAST NIGHT HOWEVER AS I STARTED TO RUB IT A WHITE WAXY SMELLY GOO ERUPTED FROM THE LUMP.SHOULD I BE WORRIED ABOUT IT? | HI. This appears to be a sebaceous cyst. Stop doing anything to it. Consult a surgeon so that it can be removed in total for you to get a cure. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My son complained of headaches...took him to his doc about a week ago-says well give him a strong antibiotic for a sinus infection and some medicine for allergies, if it doesnt get better in a month he needs m.r.i. he vomitted once about 6 days ago we held back on the antibiotic had an ok appetite but not his normal self, tired and a little distracted. yesterday he starts having diarrhea, stomach pains, and the same complaints of a headache. Last night he vommited multiple times and diarrhea. managed to make it through the whole day without vommitting drank some and ate some soup. thought we were clear..he just vommitted again seems to vommit at night, he had a fever earlier and stomach pains, I have been feeding him ice chips to keep him somewhat hydrated planning to take him to doctor tomorrow any clue whats happening? | HI, thanks for using Chat Doctor Sinus infection can be associated with headaches, but they would normally be additional symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, post nasal Chat Doctor. Some of these are usually present. Vomiting and diarrhea are commonly due to infection of the gastrointestinal tract. This can be viral or bacterial, headache can occur. You should continue with the ice chips though using a fluid with electrolytes would be better to give him back both. e.g. mediate or another oral rely |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Age : 24,Weight : 50Height : 5ft 7 inchesMedical History : Have had jaundice when I was 21 year old. Current Problem : I get a fever every evening. This has been happening since 4-5 months now. I feel tired and irritated. Also been getting viral fever on and off. Please suggest what do I do? | Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor. I understand your problem. Fever in every evening can be due to number of reasons like tuberculosis, urinary infection, certain viral, bacterial or fungal infection, hyperthyroidism, malignancy, etc. Here, it is very important to find out the cause. You should undergo following investigations:Complete blood count with ESR, Urine routine and microscopic examination, Stool routine and microscopic examination, Thyroid profile: T3,T4, Ashtray of chest if you have any breathing problem or cough of long duration, Please consult a GP around you to get this tests done. Please let me know the results of this investigation and further course of action may be decided. Hope this will be helpful. Take care. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | severe back pain I am having.on left side just above buttocks area..I am doing and sitting job 10 hours daily... when moving to a standing position..has stiffness for sometime and then it get releases...on lying down no pain.....pain is on the left side need your advice | Hi, thanks for using ChatDoctorin my opinion you should stop worrying. For immediate relief have some painkiller along with a muscle relaxant and have proper bed rest for 2 weeks. Do not lie down on soft mattress use hard one instead, do not sit for longer durations and do not travel long distance for 2 weeks. When getting up from bed always take a lateral position first then hang your legs down and then get up. When working, maintain a good posture of your back. Add a lumbar support cushion to you chair. Do not strain your self or over exert. . U can also apply some good anti inflammatory painkiller gel on your back. If the pain increases do some hot fermentation locally and make a routine of doing some back strangling exercise daily. Start will 10 mins twice a day to 20 mins twice a day and walk for 30-40 mins a day alt east. I am sure you will be fine in 2 weeks |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hello doctor i have been undergoing homeopathic treatment for acanthosis nigricans . however even after 9 months of homeopathic treatment i have not yet achieved the desired result. as the doctor said it was fungal infection and prescribed me silicia powder and homeopathy pills for the same however it has made little difference. i have dark fold blotches on my back, arms, and elbows i am not overweight i do not even have diabetes. kindly advise. | 1. Acanthuses Nigerian (AN) is usually found in body folds and is associated with diabetes, obesity (both are ruled out in your case), but also with hormonal disorder (hypothyroidism, problem with a Chat Doctor. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, I recently had surgery that involved opening up my Belly Button and now about 6 months later I have a scar there. It has been really hot the last couple of days and I looked in a mirror today and saw this Cylender Like red bumb (that is not big at all) inside my bellybutton. I can not tell if it is sitting just on my belly button but when I move my bellybutton around it appears to be leading into my bellybutton Like Into my stomach through my belly button. I have no idea what caused this or what it is. Should I be alarmed? | Cellophane You for contacting Chat Doctor. There could be two possibilities in your case. First, bacterial infection of the belly button area. Second, incisional hernia. For first case, clean the area with spirit and apply poly fax plus ointment thrice a day for a week. For second, you need to visit hospital where doctors will confirm it by examining it. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow-up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Wishing you good health. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi Doctor, recently I & my wife decided to go IVF after several IUI failed! there were 5 eggs retrieved and fertilized. doctors says fertilized embroy are not in good quality. 2 of them with 4 cell grade 3 and one embroy 4 cell grade 4. these are the four embroys has been transferred and we hope that it me develops better once move to uterus . any way, doctor says reason for this that my sperm morphology is 2% (Kruger s Criteria). I am currently taking medicin named Oligocare . please suggest | Hello, as your Kruger strict criteria is 2%, it has poor prognosis, this condition can be due to nutritional deficiency as your doctor gave your Oligocene, so I suggest taking the treatment for 3 months and again get your sperm morphology done... and hope for the best... take care |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I want to know if I have understand correctly about two differents drugs: SEOFLO inhaler ( salmetero & fluticasone ) is a corticoide asthalin is a broncho dilatateur? A I write and then both can be use at the same time as treatment against asthma? Thanks | Hello, COMING TO EACH ChatDoctor. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, my hasband has had an alllergic reaction to ppd, it has become infected and he was prescribed sulfatrim.. the sulfatrim has taken away the swelling and redness but there is some oozing and oxidation going on and the area now looks like there are holes in he skin and bleeding.. I desperately need to find him some relief he has been on these meds for four days now..please help.. | HI, thanks for using Chat Doctor The antibiotic course is normally 7 days at least, it can sometimes be extended if needed. Since he is only at day 4, it is possible that improvements will continue to occur. It is possible that he may also need Chat Doctor. He may need to revisit his doctor to find out if this is necessary. I hope this helps |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | MY SON IS SUSPECTED TO BE SUFFERING FROM TYPHOID FEVER...THE DOCTORS HAVE PRESCRIBED WIDAL TEST TO CONFIRM...BUT ITS ALMOST CERTAIN HE IS TYPHOID AS ALL THE TYPICAL SYMPTOMS ARE PRESENT. MY SON HAS NO APPETITE AND IS REFUSING ALL AND EVERY FOOD AND DRINK POSSIBLE. WHAT SHOULD I DO? | Hello I have gone through your question and appreciate your concern.tidal test will give you the diagnosis. Ciprofloxacin 500 mg for 7 days is generally given in typhoid fever.definite is also good for typhoid fever. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hi, I have a 22 month old weighs approx 13 kilos and about 88 cm tall, and has been getting excessive saliva the past few days. The saliva will run out of her mouth down her cheek...She does not feel uncomfortable or whingy about the excess saliva.could this be a stage of growth or just a process? | Hello, I can understand your concern. As your daughter is 22 months old, she might be teething right now. When new teeth erupt in the oral cavity, tongue repeatedly touches the newly erupted tooth and that causes production of excess saliva. This is just a temporary phase. As all the teeth will erupt into the oral cavity, and she will get used to teeth in mouth, the excess salivation and Chat Doctor. It does not require any treatment. I hope this information helps you. Thank you for choosing Chat Doctor. Take care. Best, |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have a small bump that I didnt notice until today. I have no idea how I got it. Its located inside my urethra. Ive been looking for any pictures that could at least put Name on my symptoms. But I had no luck. Its iterating a little. Both the fact I cant find out what this bump is. And the bump. its very sensative too. I tried examenating it with my finger and the moment I put any pressure on the bump it bled. So any thoughts? (So just incase Im still getting tested for any stds) | Welcome to Chat Doctor. 1. It could be an infective etiology, can be present infection or followed by some previous infection. 2. So as I can think of there is a lesion at the tip of urethra (as anything internally one can not see in to it)3. This case if you are my patient I would have examined and ask for an RGU - retrograde arthrogram which will delineate the urethra in whole length and shows as a filling defect if there is any lesion / narrowing of the path.4. And if required treating doctor after examination might clear the swell in if possible and followed by a course of antibiotics.5. Suggest you to get an appointment and KET it gets examined and needful treatment. Good luck. Hope I have answered your query.Anything to ask do not hesitate. Thank you. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | So I ve had knee pain in the lateral side of my knee I had it checked out by a doctor twice and they took X-rays only they said nothing was wrong the problem is I have a hard lump that appears when I bend my knee only when bending the lump is noticeable it s not like a ball it kind of runs through the outside of my knee it is hard and I know it is not normal because it appeared a couple months ago and it goes away when I straighten my knee it s frustrating because it hurts after doing physical activities like running or playing sports any help?? | Hello there... Having lump on banding knee may be of soft tissue not of bone...so that it may not be visible on x-ray... It may be a turned muscle or lax muscle...or may be due to herniated part of joint.... Better u should go first for simple investigation like ultrasonogram and then if need MRI may be most confirmatory.... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello I am from india. My nephew is 7 yr old wight 20kg. he is suffering from cough and our doctor priscribed medicin montel LC kid and ABphylline and omnacortil 10mg. and also a syrup asthelin.. is it correct to give him these medicin.. doctor did not advice for Xray and he is telling that my nephew is having asthema but he is not having any trouble in breathing. should we continue these medicine??? plz suggest me.... | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Omnacortil is steroid. And steroids when given systemically can cause many side effects. Side effects are more when it is given to child Chat Doctor. So better not to give oral steroids in child |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Is their an option to have a cage put into or around c2-c6, to restore strength and endurance. I am 44, horse accident caused fusion and now Spondylosis and Cevicalgia withpoor discs as well. I m going ok on a pacing of daily activities and medicine. Healing may be better if it s possible, while younger. ? I m going to talk to my Dr sometime soon. Others that have broken back, do cages. So ? Thank you for any ideas. | Hi, I have gone through your medical history carefully and am sorry for the accident and post-consequences you got. The very first thing in such cases is to evaluate current damages in the vertebral spine and chest cage and how do they impact the spinal cord and other vital organs nearby. Depending on the findings, it will be decided the best treatment option. It is true that the younger the patient is, the greater the chances to recovery and come back to normal activities. However, the type of damage also matters. Please do follow with orthopedist and neurologist for further evaluations. All the best! Chat Doctor. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have been having stomach problems and so far I have taken an ultra sound, ct scan and a hydroscan all thinking this could be a gallbladder issue, but so far its not...could the problem have been the swallowing of a fish bone 4 days before the symptoms began? and would all these tests have found the bone by now, since I am just remembering about it now. | Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor. I have read your query and understand your concern. Yes the pain could be due to the fish bone, if it has struck in the abdomen, or have caused an injury during the passage, as by now it should have got digested by the stomach enzymes. Fish bone will not be seen in these test, it will need an endoscopy. I would suggest that you take a PPI tablet like pantoprazole or omeprazole for 2-3 days, if the pain improves you need to continue it for a week or so till the injury heals. If it doesn't then go for an endoscopy. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | It seems like everytime I drink a glass of red wine or take the Reversatrol with wine Extract, I have alot of pressure on my lower back a few days later. I drank 3 glasses of wine on Sat. night, by Monday I had alot of pressure, and had to leave work, it seemed like I was having muscle spasms, by lunch time I couldn t even walk, it hurt to sit down and even walk. I took Ibuprofen 800mg and finally whatever was inflammed was better by 5:30 the next day. I don t think I pulled a muscle, because I ve had that before, it takes longer to heal. | Dear patient ChatDoctor. also it doesnt lead to back pain. But |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My 7 year old doughter came to me saying it feels like my heart is not pumping I kinda laughed at first, but then placed my hand over her heart and noticed it was rapid; I kinda panicked but did not show her I was. So I had her lay with me and told her to take slow deep breaths as I asked her questions to try to dis tract her from worrying about her heart it slowly went back to normal. This is the second time she has came to me with this problem, but than last night she came to me with a new problem; her legs and feet were hurting, I was wondering know if she may have problems with her heart and blood not flowing well, she doesn t drink often but when she does she loves water. She does not drink pop. But one of the days that she had a rapid heart beat she was with her grandam s and she did drink pop so I assumed it was cause she flooded her system with sager and she was not used to it. | You can get her thyroid blood test done. Hyperthyroidism will lead to such palpitations and racing heart rates. On the other hand if it comes out normal you need to rule out any cardiac problem or any anxiety or panic attacks which might be causing it. Better to consult a physician |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Had bad fall on soapy slick shower base, fell on mid-humerus & that is where pain is, ex-ray showed no fracture or dislocation. This was 2 wks ago, bruises better, but still pain. Son insists it could be dislocated. ER Dr. said bruising could be a month. I cannot lift arm over shoulder due to pain at this time. Think will subside when bruising leaves, right or wrong? | HiT his bruising with restriction of movement of shoulder may require physical examination of shoulder joint and muscular sprains around shoulder muscles, rotator cuff looked for by an orthopedics surgeon to be able to Chat Doctor. .sprains should be explored Best wishes |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi Sir,I am 27 years old(male). Three days back i checked liver profile in my blood. my bilirubin total is 1.7 and bilirubin direct is 0.6.i usually drink alcohol in 2 to 3 times per week. My urine contain yellow. Any thing problem about my health. If i will stop drinking it will cure. what food i should avoid and should take. please give me a suggestion | Your bilirubin is borderline. You must abstain from alcohol as it is known for damaging liver, once damaged it is difficult to treat. Take high protein and carboy Chat Doctor. Yellow color is generally by excreted bilirubin, get biochemical examination of urine done, it is simple, inexpensive test and shall detect if bile is in urine. Sometimes yellow coloration is due to deny |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have problem wih my gall bladder. I have checked and Ultrasound that shown I have implamation gall bladder. Many time I feel pain the stomach right side. I also very easy to get tired when doing exercise or activity. And easy to get headache and spinning. When I visited internist, they gave me very high antibiotic and anti acid. I feel not good if taking antibiotic all the time.... I need something make me better and can do activity more.. | Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor. Thank you for your query. I am Chat Doctor, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can. Yes, this is probably so-called cholecystitis and this is inflammation of gallbladder due to stones in it. You should do at least ultrasound or CT scan to evaluate it more accurately. This is caused by stone in bile duct and is very common condition. Surgery is recommended in this case and if you don't want it now then you need to change your dietary habits first. You need to avoid fried food, carbonated Chat Doctor. You should eat more milk products, vegetables and boiled food. If there is no improvement on lifestyle or dietary changes, then surgery is recommended. Other causes include pancreatitis or pleuordinia and should be considered if gallbladder stones are ruled out. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us in every time. Kindly regards. Wish you a good health. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...I AM 82 YEARS OLD MALE ,HEIGHT 66 INCHES AND WEIGHT 70 KG.I HAVE DIABITIES TYPE 2 FOR LAST 7 YEARS .NOW I AM TAKING ONGLYZA 5MG.WOTH GLIMIPRIDE 2MG MORNING AND BEFORE DINNER.BY FS IS 160/180 AND POST LUNCH IS 160/180.CAN I CHANGE MY COMBINATION TO ONGLYZA 5MG.PLUS METFORMIN 500 MG AND BEFORE DINNER I SHOULD TAKE METFORMIN 500 BSFORE DINNER.KINDLY ADVISE | Hello, metformin is a very useful Chat Doctor. Starting metformin requires a low dose at first (500 mg per day is ok) to avoid gastrointestinal side effects. Also, please take into account that most antidiabetic |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have a question concerning my mother. She is traveling by car to me with my grandmother today and while she was driving the car her limbs started shaking uncontrollably to where she could barely pull the car over. She also is having pain in her knee and is now feeling sick to her stomach. She did take some ibprofin a little bit ago and is seeming a little better as time goes on. but we want to know if we should take her to the ER or just a regular doctor because my grandmother says it looked like she was having a seizure. and while shaking she said her eyes were watering excesssively. | Hello, If your grandmother witnessed whole body shaking while your mother was handling the car and your mother was unable to respond to any questions or comments by any of the passengers while she was pulling the vehicle over then, this could be an indication that she may have lapsed in her state of alertness for a moment and that could certainly constitute an incidental seizure of the brain. On the other hand, if your mother was simply in a lot of pain but has perfect recollection of the situation including any conversations that people were having with her including questions they were asking her while she was pulling over then, she may have simply been in severe pain. If this were the case then, taking her to her doctor first may be satisfactory in a few days. In any case, I would not allow her to Chat Doctor. Take Care! |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hi i jus wnt to know tht there was physical inimacy has been done between my bf n mee that was first time . he want to touch my vegina on dat time bt i was no comfort to i handled that situation. can u tell me that it can b done tht he can touch my vevina or i may be pregnant bt dis | Hallow Dear, Depends on he touched your vagina with which organ. Pregnancy can result only if the penis deposits the semen inside the vagina; not otherwise. If he has touched your vagina with his hands, fingers or any organ other than penis, there is no possibility of pregnancy. I hope this helps you. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, I have a lump about the size of pea right beside the base of my penis, it is completly under the skin and has shown no signs of coming through the the skin like a pimple would. I am a 19 year old male, 5 foot 10 and 170 pounds, with an athletic build. I hope that is enough information, if I m missing anything, please let me know. | Hello and become to Chat Doctor. I have read your question and can understand your concerns. For how long this lump is there.? Is it decreasing or increasing in size.? Does it increase in size while coughing.? Do you have fever.? Do you diabetes.? If I were your treating physician I would have ruled out sebaceous cyst by skin pinch and fluctuation test. This cyst arises due to blockage of sebaceous glands duct which secretes sebum. Sebum lubricates the hair. It is common in this area.it is treated by excision surgically. Other possibilities areMycetoma which is fungal infection caused by actinomyces.it is treated by antifungals such as ketoconazole or fluconazole. Inguinal hernia can also cause lump in this area which is diagnosed clinically by cough impulse, and ring occlusion test. Thanks. Hope the answer is helpfulness asking us at Chat Doctor. Regards |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | just had acl surgery about 2 weeks ago using my patella, but i have recently discovered hard lumps in my leg. i just recently noticed about 2 but when my mom massages them out they seem to go away. but i have noticed this hard bump on my shin that hurts more. any ideas of what this is or is it normal? thank you! | Hi, dear,thanks for the query to Chat Doctor. In my opinion its post ACL surgery complication. Plz check with the doctor and treat it accordingly.Don't massage and pull on for more time. It could lead to dangerous complication later on. Thanks and Welcome again. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, my mum has a persistent cough after having relatively serious cold/flu like symptoms last week. She was light headed and in bed for several days. She is a smoker who recently had her thyroid out ( small amount of cancer at the centre) and last night at a work function someone mentioned to her that he cough sounded like lung spurs caused by peumonia. Apparently this person had suffered something similar with this diagnosis. My mum insists she is starting to feel better but I am concerned that she needs to visit a Dr which she keeps avoiding. What are lung spurs and could these synptoms indicate she has something more than a cold/flu? She is 62 years old, a little overweight but not majorly and she has a golf ball sized growth on the rhs of her neck. Apparently it is benign, but it was tested a long time ago and appears to me to keep growing. she was meant to have it removed through surgery at the start of the year but has avoided that too. Thanks. | Spurs, by medical definition is a short pointed growth or process on a part of the body. With your moms case, it could be calcium deposits, accumulating causing this process. Calcium deposits are small accumulations of calcium, which can accumulate anywhere in your body. These create bone spurs, kidney and gall stones, and, in the shoulder, tendonitis. Many calcium deposits don't require medical treatment (they can even be reabsorbed right back into your body). In the lungs, however, they can be a sign that you have a serious underlying condition that is causing them to form. While calcium deposits in the lung are usually benign (non-cancerous), they can become malignant. Calcium deposits should be monitored both to prevent cancer, and because many of the conditions that cause calcification are also serious. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I am having chest congestion for the past one week . I was being treated with Erythromycin.Now the infection seems to be better, however after a week of clear phlegm, I notice that my phlegm seems to be tiinged with slight trace of blood. What is the reason for this? | HI welcome to the Chat Doctor You are having chest congestion and presentation is not much serious like fever and dyspnea Hence pneumonia consolidation seems less likely You are having bronchitis and in it blood tinged sputum can be present Excess coughing also can lead blood in sputum by irritation... Maintain oral hygiene as sometime gum bleeding might be the cause Complete the course of prescribed antibiotic and decongestant Chest x-ray digital in PA view can be done here If no improvement than sputum cytology and further suitable work up needed To Take care Consult pulmonologist for examination with keeping all this in mind |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, I am experiencing this really bad lower back pain , it has been going on for the last 7 days sometimes i am unable to move, it feels like its in my butt bone . | Hi, Kim, Thanks for query, It seems that after some jerks your back muscles might have gone in to spasm causing severe back pain. Take analgesic and muscle relaxant tablets, apply some local analgesic, muscle relaxant like relay ointment. Do hot fomentation, if you are elderly, then possibility of spondylitis to be ruled out. Ok and bye. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Three weeks ago a metal rail hit my shins (both legs same spot). They are both painful, red and swollen & have a knot at the point of impact, however the right leg is worse and now it hurts to walk on it and the swelling has spread to my right ankle. My mom was hit in the same spot (we were standing next to each other), however after a little bruise her legs are fine. What could this be? | Hello, The symptoms seem to be related to the injury. I suggest using anti-inflammatory medications such as Naproxen to relieve the pain. I also suggest using cold compresses and a light bandage to treat the inflammation. The symptoms should go away on it own. Meanwhile, I suggest returning and avoid activities that can trigger the symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Chat Doctor. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Whenever I cosume alcohol, even if it is just one drink at the most. I wake up with a quarter size lump above my left eyebrow. It happens every time I cosume any alcohol, and the lump is always in the same place. I m worried that it could be a sign of cancer or a tumor . I do not have the lump on my head on a normal basis, only after alcohol is in my system | Hi there, this sort of complaints is highly unusual but in case you feel alcohol brings them on, kindly stop taking alcohol to be on the safer side. Take care, Regards |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I am suffering from a severe itchy rash which in some areas is taking the form of bruises. I have had the rash for a month and it continues to spread. My family doctor put me on a steroid and when I was finished with steroid the rash spread more. It s covering mt stomach, arms, legs, neck and back, and itches like crazy. Today I am feeling nausea and have diarrhea . At this time I m taking Zyrtec and Benedryl which I have to take every 3 hours to help with the itch. Please help. Thank you YYYY@YYYY | The steroids effected your digestive systemic fact it was misdiagnosed scabies is likely accordingly take anti-allergic fexofenadin BD apply lotion or scabies at night for 7-10 night according to response in moving wash and oil clothes and bed materials before using it against morning can use ointment for controlling itching due to scabies you may require for 4-6 wk take basting 10 mg OD for 3-4 wk to control itch |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | well i woke up three days a go an realized i had a red bump in the back of my mouth on m soft palate left side next to gums but not sitting on my gums i do have a broke tooth in the back but i have no pain do you think it could be related to the tooth ? it is starting to tick me off when i talk i can fill it an it is starting to fill tender | Hello:)Welcome to Chat Doctor. The broken tooth hurting your soft tissue. You must get the tooth treated or rounded(grind it) so that it does not irritate the soft tissues around. Apply a lidocaine based gel for temporary relief. Maintain proper oral hygiene. It must ideally reduce the inflammation. A biopsy may be necessary if the swelling persists. Regards. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | my right side of the cheek is swollen a bit, i have a broken tooth underneath the swelling . i m working to get my status number and health number to see the dentist . I don t know if they will help me with the problem. it doesn t hurt as much today and the swelling went down a little. I m concerned it will get worst if i dont do anything about it. what can i do today to take care of it? | Infected broken tooth can lead to pain and soreness of cheeks and jaws. Constant cheek irritation by broken tooth can also cause pain and tenderness. If tooth is broken, then you need treatment for your broken tooth. If nerve of the tooth is not exposed, then tooth can be restored with dental filling or crown but if nerve of the tooth is exposed or necroses, then root canal treatment followed by dental crown is required for the tooth. If tooth is badly mutilated, then post and core procedure is required after root canal therapy. If broken tooth is unrestorable, then tooth extraction followed by replacement of missing tooth with dental implants or dental bridge is required. Only pain meds will be of little help. Hot compresses are not indicated as they will aggravate the swelling. You can do warm saline rinses to reduce the swelling. You need to get treatment done for infected tooth. If you have cost constrains, then you can visit a dental school where treatment is done by dental students under supervision of experienced dentists. You can also look for free dental clinics near you or can talk to your local dentist if you can pay in installments for treatment. By the time you visit your dentist, you can avoid eating from side of broken tooth. You can also apply travel for some relief. Maintain good oral hygiene to avoid any secondary infections |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My husband was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2013 with a psa level of approximately 148. He had the robotic surgery with brought the psa level to 1.8, followed by 39 treatments of radiation which brought the psa level down more to 0.40 in November 2014. He just received another psa test and has gone back up to 1.64. He has had several tests that have shown no cancer in the bones or other areas and lymp nodes clear. What does this increase in level again mean? We saw his doctor this week and told us to not worry and he has a good 5 years as it that was a good thing...but I didn t think that was good news and his children are very concerned. | Good evening. PSA level can rise in mild inflammation of the prostate gland and also in benign enlargement of prostate. So not to worry if the bones and other areas show no tumor. Moreover, 1.64 also is within normal range. Only if it rises above 4 NG/ml then it is a cause of concern. He has good almost 10 years to survive. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hi im 24 weeks pregnant and i use to smoke before i knew i was pregnant..i havent smoked since i found out but im suffering from withdraw an i need 2 just smoke one time...how much will that effect my baby...this would b the first time me smoking since i ve been pregnant | HI, I understand your concern. Smoking in pregnancy is hazardous to both mother & child. Smoking in first 3 months increases chances of fetal abnormalities, specially heart problem. Smoking in early months of pregnancy carries risk of placental complications, abortion, premature deliver, low birth weight, future obesity, future smoking addiction. Mother also is exposed to pregnancy induced hypertension after smoking in pregnancy followed by further complications like toxemia of pregnancy. * Its good that you have totally quit smoking at present. You need not start it again to satisfy uncontrollable urge to do so. Trey self-control/ counseling/ chewing clove/ beetle nut as an alternative. DO NOT start smoking again. - AS you had smoked in early months, it's better to assess babies status as far congenital defects with investigations like 3D USG scan & follow doctors advise as far as its management is concerned. Thanks. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have a history of pulmonary emboli and dvt in dec 2010 and a history of 3 abdominal surgeries, all with infection. I am in desperate need of a knee replacement. How high of a risk am I? I am 66 years old. no hx. of stroke or cardiac problems. My poor health is mostly related to arthritis OA and fibromyalgia. I have very limted movement and even that is very painful. | Hi, thank you for giving me an opportunity to assess you.First I should be thankful to you for providing me a brief history of your illness. You need to focus on some small exercises to get strength in your muscles. The risk of TKR is not big and 99% of the times successful. Still I will recommend you to undergo a physical therapy session for some days before undergoing a surgery. As the physical therapist will help you to regain strength in the muscles which later post surgery will recover faster. Kindly focus on doing more of static quads, hams, atm, SLR and core strengthening. The body works as a unit. So please focus on strengthening the muscles on both sides of the body which will help you the best outcome for knee replacement. I wish you a speedy recovery. Thank you |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | On my MRI there was shown a slight annular buldge at L4-5 with slighyly more prominent left lateral asymmetric bulging componet versus mimimal left lateral disc protusion extending slightly into the left neural foramen. This asymmertic bulge and or minimal disc protrusion lies immediately adjacent to the exiting left-sided nerve root . There is an associated left posterolateral radial annular tear noted, can this heal itself, or would it take surgery | Hi, Thank you for posting your query. As per your MRI report, you seem to have mild disc bulge. In this condition, most patients would not require surgery. Treatment would consist of medications to relieve pain (such as pregabalin or gabapentin). In addition, physiotherapy and back extension exercises are also useful. Best wishes, Chat Doctor. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I m a 27 year old female and was showing off last 4th of July playing basketball. I slipped when I jumped up after the ball and fell directly on my foot while it was basically sideways. I heard a loud pop not on my ankle but the side of the calf above the ankle. My whole ankle was swollen and a little black and blue. Also the back of the calf was swollen. It took a couple months to heal, and I used an air cast, but never went in due to lack of insurance and funds. I haven t had any problems until lately, if I just sit down and then get up, my whole leg hurts. Mainly in the chin bone and just below the knee. I have no idea if it s related, but it feels like it is, it s been going on for a while and it also hurts if I turn my leg in. Just wondering what it could be if it is from my ankle. Should I wait to see if it goes away or have this checked right away? It kind of feels like if you were holding a stick and trying to break it. Lots of pressure and pain, but once I walk a little it seems to go away. | Hello, As you had a fall on the side of the ankle I will advise taking an x-ray of the ankle straight away as any ignored injury of the past may land up into chronic and later leads to change in the biomechanics of the gait and leads to other pain symptoms at the adjacent joints. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Jay In Chat Doctor. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have a hard lump above my navel and to the left of it. When i press down on it i feel nauseous n it is uncomfortable. I can also feel a strong pulse when i press down on it. I have been having other symptoms such as a late period, fatigue, head and back aches, loss of appetite, certain smells of food and other things make me queezy, tender breasts, and a sore stomach and some constipation. I do not know if these symptoms are related to the lump in my stomach so I am just curious as to what it might be and the symptoms. | HI. The other symptoms are not related to the lump. This lump can be a mass from the muscles of the rectus abdominis- seen only in female patients. Desmond - is what we say. If the lump can be reduced in to the abdomen-this can be a hernia. Get a clinically examined and get high resolution ultrasonography- you have to tell the radiologist what you are looking for. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I am 65 and have been diagnosed with stage 4 follicullar lymphoma. it has spread fast and is causing plural enfusions in my left lung. i have had bypass surgery 8 yrs ago and only have one kidney. however i am in good physical shape, What is my prognosis? | Hi, Thanks for writing in. I hope you are under required treatment for follicular lymphoma. Follicular lymphoma prognosis varies with the risk factors. The high risk factors are age above 60 years, stage III or IV disease, more than 4 groups of lymph nodes involved, blood hemoglobin less than 12 gram/ DL and raised serum LDH level. As you have at least 2 of the above therefore you are under intermediate risk. At intermediate risk, patients with follicular lymphoma under treatment might have 78 percent survival at 5 years and 51 percent survival at 10 years. Follicular lymphoma is a slow growing type of lymphoma which responds very well to treatment, but can rarely be cured. Despite the fact that it cannot be cured, the prognosis is generally very good, and the median survival is about 8-15 years in many people who have it. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hello doctor i m from kathmandu Nepal ive pain and burning in my anorectal region this is from 2 yrs. recently ive done sigmoidoscopy found anal papilla. i ve already taken ayurvedic and homoepatChatDoctoredicine but my problems not gone what should i do please solve my problem, | Anal Papillae are a skin tag that projects up from the junction between the skin and the inside lining of the anus, as a sequela to chronic fissures. It may signify other GI disorders like Crohn's disease. If it is symptomatic, it means it has enlarged. Surgery seems to be a permanent solution. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, My son has been bleeding sometimes when he has bowl movements. I have been asking him if somebody has messed with him sexually and he denies it. He says his stomach hurts when he has to have a bowl movement. I asked if he feels lumps or bumps on his bottom he says no. What may be causing this? | The cause of bleeding depends on amount, color and timing with stool passage. A small streak of blood with pain at anal area is suggestive of fissure (local injury due to hard bowel). Meet a pediatrician if it is persistent. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have been experiencing pain in my lower abdomen for over a week now. Very recently the pain has moved lower into my groin/genital region. The pain became very extreme yesterday and I went to the ER. I checked out okay on urinary infections, kidney stones, and anything else big they tested for. The theory the dr. had was that it could be a small hernia, though it did not show in CAT scan. I am going to be seeking a specialist soon since the pain remains. It seems to be generalized on the right side of the penis. I do not notice swelling but the skin has wrinkled/overlapped lately. I am 22 164 lb. As far as medical history I have IBS and a history of asthma. | Hi, from history it seems that you might be having developing inguinal hernia called Bubonocele or having infection in sperm carrying ducts called Epididymitis epididimo-orchitis. On clinical examination one can have good clue regarding your problem. Consult sexologist and get examined.Meanwhile, you can take Diclofenac or ibuprofen to get symptomatic relief. Ok and take care. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | a small lump has formed near my anus region, though its not visible but it can be felt when pressure is exerted when passing stool and has to be manually pushed inside, i am just 24 years old and due to crazy working hours i eat out daily, is it an external hemorrhoid ??? | Hi, Dear,Thanks for the query to Chat Doctor. I studied your problem in depth and I understood your concerns. Cause and plan of Treatment-In my opinion on the given data, you seem to have Intero-External piles. Treatment would be-by High Ligation Excision by heamorrhoidectomy by your ER Surgeon. Consult Er Surgeon who would treat accordingly. So don't build up wrong concepts and self-medicate your self which would increase risks and costs to you.Instead, just ask a query to Chat Doctor and be comfortable to resolve your health issues. Welcome for any more query in this regard to Chat Doctor. Write good reviews and Click thanks if you feel satisfied with my advice. Have a Good Day. Chat Doctor. N. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Thank you, I have chronic pain in the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. Is there any pain medication that does not cause stomach upset/vomiting that will help moderate to severe pain? I have recently taken Ibuprofen, hydrocode 325/10mg, and methedone 1o mg but they did not eliminate the severe pain but did give me much stomach distress. | Thanks for query. Pain needs to be evaluated for cause. Anyways all the painkillers have some side effects.anyway thiocolchiside(moral) will be better tolerated. Regards |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | two weeks ago I had sore throat and a small rash on the hard palate of my mouth that had itched and swollen glands, then it all went away and I was fine, I was tested for strep and mono and both negative now two weeks later I have a worse case of sore throat and rash on top of mouth and it burns and very painful what could it be? could it be mono and it just hadnt showed up the first time ? help!?? | Hello there! Sore that of that extent and rash needs to be evaluated. As it my indicate a scarlet fever a complication of simple street infection. Any ways nothing to worry about simple one visit to otorhinolaryngology and do as directed would help. And you will be good as newRegardsS Khan |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hi doctor ...due to childhood habits now my dick is not properly stand and sperm also come fast..with in ten fifteen shake ...kindly provide me better solution so that i can help my family ............thanks doctor pls help me pls and provide me better solution | HelloThanks for your query, based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you are facing problem of premature ejaculation. Please note that premature ejaculation is due to anxiety and not due to any organic cause. Following measure will help you to boost up your confidence and getting good erection. And delay ejaculation.1) Practice regular exercise for 45 minutes followed by meditation for 1/2 an hour in the morning.2) Take high protein diet rich in vegetables and fruits and vitamin A, C,D, E.and Zinc3)Take anti oxidants like Almonds 5-6 every day.4) Avoid alcohol and smoking. If you are married Taking Sildenafil (Viagra)as on demand will help to get good hard sustainable erection and to have enjoyable sex. Chat Doctor. . |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | ALLERGY - Respiratory . Hello, my uncle (65 yrs) has been having sinusitis for the past 30 years. About 6 months ago, he had a new consisting with a bit of cough + phlegm building on his throat . So far, the meds that my uncle was prescribed until now wereAerius / Telfast / Clarinese / Xyzal. Recently, he was given ampules for own injections (daily) just in case his allergy got worse. The doctor that prescribed didn t want to let us know the meds ingredients. So far, after getting the injections, my uncle s allergy was getting better. But we re curious WHY the doctor didn t want tell us about the meds. Our question, is there such thing as INJECTION medicine intended for allergy purpose? Also.. recently, my uncle was prescribed with another meds -- Singulair, on top of those meds above + the injection meds. Please advise. | Hi welcome to Chat Doctor. Yes there is an emergency injection that can be taken subcutaneously in an emergency and is sometimes handed over to patients for use in an emergency. Rest of your medications are for asthma and allergy. His doctor has probably not told him details of the injection because it may unnecessarily create anxiety if he reads about it. I am sure his doctor would have told him how to use the injection and what to expect. If he is a specialist, I am sure he knows what he is doing, and you must trust him. Regards |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have had this issue for 2 years and my doctors still aren t sure what is going on.My lower legs swell, are discolored, warm and tender, with pain shocks lasting only seconds. I have RA and had a tendon replaced in my foot 5 years ago. I had tests ran by a vein specialist, shows no clots, GOOD blood flow and heart beat. My doctor says no infection or diabetes. The vein specialist said leaking veins.This continues to get worse. I was taking Cimzia for my RA and have stopped for 5 weeks now under doctors direction. Still no relief. I have been taking methotrexate still for RA. | Hi I am Chat Doctor. . From your given history your swelling could be due to an old trauma, cardiac or renal problems. If your edema is bilateral this is a sign of underlying systemic disease if cardiac output exceeds its output (heart failure) or your kidneys cannot wash or flush your venous system .in rare cases your medication may cause such symptoms if used for long periods. You have to maintain leg elevation, avoid standing or bending your knees for a long time and use hot foments with topical gels of anti-inflammatory.wearing compression stockings will be helpful to push up blood towards the heart and increase your venous return. If you have not examined your arterial system by Doppler U/S you may need to check them up in very rare cases arterial system clots or atherosclerosis may occur and cause such edema. I recommend full lab investigations and follow them up with your physician for proper evaluation and management of the exact underlying cause. Please click and consider a 5-star rating with some positive feedback if the information was helpful. Wish you good health, Any further clarifications feel free to ask. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Good day doctors , I have some confirmation about nordette Contraceptive. I had unprotected sex/not so sex last night. I took two tablets of this nordette a few minutes ago. but i read some blogs that says i should take 4 tablets. What would i do? Am i need to took 4 tabletsof nordette? im fertile thats why im worried and this is my first. Is there possibilty that i might get pregnant? thank you for your answer. | Hello ma'am and welcome.4 light-orange pills of Corvette need to be taken within 120 hours of sexual intercourse and another 4 light-orange pills need to be taken 12 hours after that. Hope this helps. Best wishes. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, I am 16 years old. I hurt my knee 3 weeks ago playing soccer and the doctor just said it was a small sprain. It still hurts today and I feel like my knee is going to give out while walking up and down steps. It also hurts when I stand up or when I m bending my knee while laying down. It s my right knee in the central left side of the knee. any idea what this could be? | Hi, You have an internal injury of the knee caused by a twist injury while playing soccer. In addition to the ligament on the sides of the knee, there are cartilaginous discs inside called menisci and a ligament which connects the two bones of the knee. As you are having a giving way of the knee, its possible you have an injury of this main ligament. An MRI is necessary to study the internal aspects of the knee and physical exam of the knee. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I had extreme upper abdominal right side pain that radiated into back. It was found my wbc 14.8 thou, ddimer 4,000 & eosinophil of 21.9%. I have had severe pain off and on, and sometimes when I have the pain I will vomit & pain will get better. I also started severe diarrhea 2 days after the pain,started that doesnt respond to max dose of immodium | Hi thanks for your question. You need to urgently see doctor. Based on my experience I usually admit such patients and start them on intravenous fluids normal saline or ringers lactate because severe diarrhea causes deny Chat Doctor. While on fluids I always do investigation like stool analysis etc Hope I answered your question. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, I am 23 old girl. In my cheeks and forehead, i have deep pores formed after acne that is prominent in my face . Please suggest me better and simple ways to get rid of them permanently and make my face skin smooth with no pores. | Hi, Jayaji, Thanks for query, You can continue good acne cream, Apply zinc calamine lotion and moisturizing cream. Wash your face with Luke warm water daily and the apply. Ok and bye. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | doc i have pain on the right side of stomach i.e. i think on the right kidney..the pain pinches me lik nethng...i cant walk straightly coz of this pain...i went to a doc nearby he adviced me for a urine test and ultrasound...urine report was normal but in ultrasound it showed that there might be a grain sized stone which got passed out through urine but there is swelling in the kidney...i had treatment for ths thing but aftr few days again i got the similar pain ...i dnt knw wat to do ....i m getting irritated by ths...plz help me..n suggest me some solution | Hi, Thanks for writing to Chat Doctor, I am Chat Doctor. Stone are many types like calcium phosphate, calcium oxalate, cysteine etc...it causes severe pain that can lead to nausea an n vomiting and also hematuria. If u were my patient I would like to do USG abdomen pelvis again n do urine R/E and also do CT if needed BCS some stone are only visible on CT m may easily miss by USG. After DX then I'll give some antibiotic for infection that caused by stone, painkiller n ask to |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | i am 28 and my weight is 61 and my height is 53 inch i am suffering from pco last 7 months but my periods never delay for month it only delay for 7-8 days only but when my ultrasound reports shows uterus l=83.4mm uterus w =60.9mm and rt ovary l=42.5mm lt ovary l=41.5mm uterus d=44.2mm endometrium=9.7 can i be pregnant easily i will get married in this july | Hi, I think if your periods are regular, you can get pregnant naturally. Just try naturally for 6 months at least. If you want to be more sure, then you can see if ovulation is happening or not by repeated ultrasound or ovulation detection kits. If ovulation is happening, there is no problem in conceiving. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Chat Doctor. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My recent blood test showed an AST/SGOT reading of 80 and an ALT/SGPT level of 211. I am 5 10 and weigh 170 lbs. I am very active and on the day of my morning blood test, I rode 20 miles on my bike, unaware that I was not to do that on a blood test day. I am re-taking the blood test in two weeks. I have 3-5 drinks/week, usually beer, and had an AST/SGOT of 41 and a ALT/SGPT of 46 in the spring of 2013. How concerned should I be? | Thanks For your consultation at Chat |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi. My girlfriend is telling me she might be pregnant. She went to a doc and took a urine pregnancy test which apparently is weakly positive . She is also telling me her doc advised her to take Norethisterone Tablets IP Primolut-N . But I googled and it says should not be taken during pregnancy. Please advise, | Hi, Yes, it may be taken safely during pregnancy. Primulot-N (Norethisterone) is a synthetic form of female hormone progesterone commonly prescribed to postpone the period and to regulate ovulation and menstruation. If taken during pregnancy it actually helps to support and maintain an early pregnancy and also reduces the risk of miscarriage or preterm delivery. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Myself age 20. worried from pimples and blackheads from age16.having oily skin. | Hi... Amarjeet..., welcome to Chat Doctor., Thanks query......and why you are worrying about pimples., It is common in your age..., Very good treatment is available...,1) Frequent washes of face .4times daily with Triclosan and Zn oxide soap CNIL or Acnex2) Topical treatment of Clindamycin cream... Clindac. A gel3) Oral antibiotics.... Tab Doxycyclines 100 mg.daily for 15 days4) Topical Comic acid cream for nighttimes.... Follow this treatment ...get good result..., Dont touch the face with your hand and nail...Don't pinching the lesions...o.k... good luck |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I burned my left forearm and left thigh (2nd degree) and am treating it with Silvadene cream after removing old cream. But I see a light yellowish gooish growth fillingin over the previously raw areas. I am hearing 2 distinct different answers... - one is that it s new growth and leave it and another is that it should be removed to promote healing. A third is that it is infection. I m confused. I have been redressing it twice a day since Wed. | Hello, It could be due to conditions like peripheral neuropathy. As of now, you can take Chat Doctor. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have had type 1 diabetes for 46 years and been on an insulin pump for 29 years. I had a CT which showed I have a blockage in my Superior Mesentric Artery that is stopping blood flow to my upper stomach and pancreas. I do not have high chlorestal and have always eaten a healthy diet. A1C is 6.3. am having a ultrasound next week and probably a stent put in. When the radiologist did the CT I had a reaction to it and he said I would be better off not to have that or an MRI done as each time the reaction is worse. Dont they have to use the dye to put the stent in and what do I expect for my future health concerning this? | Hello, Stenting the Mesenteric artery is the best way forward to establish blood flow to your pancreas and stomach. The other alternative is surgery which is far more morbid. Also, the used during stenting is similar to what they used previously in CT. So do discuss it with your doctor, so he may take precautions before the procedure and preferably use alternative dye. Yes follow-up MRI would be better in your case for Evaluation. Regards |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have a 1-2cm bony lump on outside of fibula bone above my ankle. Have had pain and inflammation which is often worse at night or after mild exercise. Very painful. Also bony lump is hard but tender. Had X-ray and told no obvious fracture . Could it be tumour of some kind and not be noticed on standard X-ray? | Hi, thank-you for providing the brief history. As per the history I feel it will be just a normal bony tissue and nothing much to worry. Since it is giving pain, this might be the change in the normal muscle physiology and biomechanics. Due to the lump there will be pressure applied in a different pattern and the pain is arising. Having a thorough clinical examination of the lump & CT SCAN can help us understand in-depth. In my clinical practice most pains are just muscular and can be helped with therapeutic ultrasound therapy and TENS therapy. Also, it won't be a bone tumor but just to clear your doubt a CT scan can be taken to rule out the doubt. Regards Jay In Chat Doctor. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, I ve was in an auto accident about back in April where I was at a complete stop and someone struck the rear of my vehicle going about 30 miles per hour. I know I ve had swelling and pain in my lower back and have been taking Ibuprofen and Neproxan to help that (no.. I didn t go the the ER or see a doctor but lower back pain is common with this type of injury and a few months earlier I hurt my lower back where the Dr said that there was swelling in that area). That has helped me to move around and function. My question is, would the pain cause phantom pain on my left side around my hip (not hip.. a little higher) area? You know where you put your hands on your hips but your hands are above the hip.. right there is so uncomfortable that it hurts to roll over or turn. What do you think (besides going to see a Doctor). :) | Hi, thank you for providing the brief history of you. As you mentioned you faced an accident and after which you are having a pain in the hip. As reading your history, I can understand that you were hit from behind, and then you had a fall. Now to understand this mechanism, you need to understand some physics here. As when you are hit from behind, your body is not prepared to take the force applied on it. Also, due to the hit from the back, the body has gone into extension in the spine level and later on fallen down. So there might be chances of soft tissue injury which needs an assessment. Also, an MRI of the lumbar spine is advised. I agree to you, that most RTA will have back pain, and all are not serious, but without examining deciding on a general term is a baseless understanding. Taking self-medication is also not advised, as if the injury is big you may be trying to reduce the pain, but the other factors of the soft tissue injury will be present and may get worsen as well. I will advise to get your spine assessed, as spine is an important segment in the human body and needs a real attention. Also to understand that, due to any injury now, the later disadvantages are present. After all it's totally your call and you can decide better. RegardsJay In Chat Doctor. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Im having a severe stomachached I feel a hard ball by my right abdominal toward my lower both back I have been feeling this for almost 6 months now I had a urine blood pelvic ultrasound and right stomach ultrasound all came out negative and I got monthly period but my symptoms is feels like Im pregnant but my stomach hurts all the time the only thing it makes me feel better if Igot to sauna what could this be? | HI. This can be a form of an enterocolitis that is inflammation of small and / or large bowel... Get a proper diagnosis by barium studies / Enterocolitis. Many times the colonoscopy can help a lot. I hope you do not have anxiety symptoms. These too can give symptoms of like having pregnancy. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi. I am female of 25 years old. I have been married past 1 and half years. We were in planning stage. But since from two months we are trying for a baby. Last month we tried intercourse regularly that is i between 10 th day to 20th day. As We were knowing that ovulation occurs in between 12 to 16th day. During intercourse all the semen completely ejected into vagina. After sometime means after a hour it starts spilling out. We were in a hope that this month we can get a positive results but it was in a vain. And also the peneteration was medium. Let me know what is the reason of not getting conceive? | Hello, and I hope I can help you today. In normal healthy couples, it can sometimes even take up to a year to conceive. 80% of couples will conceive within one year if having regular unprotected intercourse (at least 2 to 3 days per week). It is best not to time the efforts of intercourse around ovulation unless you have accurately documented the ovulation date, with an ovulation predictor kit or with hormone levels checked at the doctor's office. The best way to try to conceive in the beginning is to have sex every other day from the time your period finishes until you start to feel premenstrual symptoms. Premenstrual symptoms are caused by the same hormones as produced by pregnancy, so when you start to feel bloating, breast tenderness, nausea, or other pregnancy symptoms you do not need to continue to try to conceive that cycle, as you either already ovulated or are already pregnant. There are nearly 6 million sperm in every ejaculate from a man, so as long as some sperm is ejaculated inside the vagina, there is a possibility of conceiving. Many women have sperm leak out after intercourse, however the ability of sperm to swim within the vagina ensures that a man with a normal sperm count has at least thousands of sperm that reach the egg if ovulation has been taking place. So in summary, many couples do not conceive within two months of beginning to try. I encourage you and your husband to have patience. In the meantime, the best way to prepare for healthy pregnancy is to get adequate rest, eat a healthy diet, avoid alcohol consumption, and take a prenatal vitamin or folic acid supplement which can help prevent birth defects. I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today, and that my advice was helpful. Best wishes, |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | After a short sprint, I have pain lasting 2 weeks in my knee joint area. The knee is slightly stiff and swollen, and there is pain when I press on the medial surface of the skin between the femur and tibia right at the joint. I can extend my leg fully and dont have much pain whenn walking, but I feel some pressure after work, where I am on my feet 8 hrs.Mark | Hello, It may be due to osteoarthritis. For confirmation, you may require X-ray knee or MRI after orthopedic surgeon consultation. For pain, you can take tablet acetaminophen. Further treatment mainly depends upon the underlying condition. Use knee cap. Avoid squatting position. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have had center chest pain like someone is sitting on my chest for the last 3 weeks on and off. Pain that goes down to my right elbow and upper right of my back. Get winded real easy where I didnt before. Sometimes the chest pain goes away with relaxation but sometimes its worse laying down. | Hello rearward welcome to Chat Doctor.come have evaluated your query thoroughly.* There are different reasons for such pain as - ligament or muscular related - rib cage issue as Costco Chat Doctor. * Needs proper clinical assessment with EKG. Hope this helps you. Welcome for any further assistance. Regards. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have a lump that forms at the base of the back of my neck, top of spine that forms and causes a steady droning pain up the back of skull. Going back to massage therapy which should reduce it. What is causing this to form? I am female and 50 years old. | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have lipoma, Desmond cyst or some skin adnexal tumor. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology of that lump. Excision is the treatment of choice. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Wish you a very good health. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My adult daughter has had a cold for over a week now and I told her to go to a clinic and get a steroid shot to dry up the cold. I have been given this in the past when I had a cold that just wouldnt end and it really worked. Why wouldnt the doctor give her a shot. | Hello Steroids are meant only for emergency cases not for ordinary cases like cough. Since this is common and main reason is allergy. Allergy produce bronchoconstriction and this develop cough. So when such patient visit I prescribe my patient to take montelukast+albuterol (10 mg in each salt) , one tablet / day and patient respond at once. If cough is severe then also use chlorampheniramine + AEROSOL + menthol cough syrup. So don't use steroid, rather avoid it. This is a prescription Chat Doctor. Hot coffee and steam inhalation is also very good. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My 2 year old has been ill for a few days now not really temperature but hot and clammy. She has had bad diorreah for about 4 days and wont each much food. She has really bad breath and smells ill. Is very irritable and upset cant sleep very well. been giving calpol. could this be tosilitis? | Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor . I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns. As per your complaint bad breath along with being cold and clammy seems to be due to Viral Infection that is common in toddlers. Do not worry, she will be fine soon.-Continue giving Tylenol to relieve fever.-Feed with plenty of warm fluids and give a soft and semisolid diet.-Avoid spicy, chilled foods.-Give appropriate rest. In case of no improvement in a week consult a Pediatrician and get her evaluated. Hope this information helps. Thanks and regards. Chat Doctor. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hi i am 31, i have a tingling sensation int he tip of my penis, like some urine is trapped there, a couple of times while going to urinate it has been blocked and forced through, i have noticed a small discharge in tip at times. i had sex about 2 1/2 months ago but this has only been for around a week. | Hello I share your concern, I will try to help you out in the best possible way. Looking at your description this could be STI or infected ulcer may be due to trauma during masturbation or an allergic reaction. Another possibility is prostate problem or a Renal stone would like further information help you better relevant medical history like metabolic disease or hormonal disorderly recent exposure to unprotected sex? You should ask your doctor for few investigations to confirm the diagnosis like Urine culture and sensitivity test and an ultrasound to see for prostate enlargementBlood for CBC and liver function test or urine test are advisable if it is a chronic issueMaintain good hygiene Wash and clean it with antiseptic solution or soapbox can apply antiseptic ointment externally. Use condom during sex if you are sexually active Hope this answers your question please feel free to ask for more clarificationThanks and regards |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Okay I m 14 and I have hip indentations And they are HUGE!!!! It s like taking play dough, rolling into a puffy line, than smashing your hand directly in the middle (not exaggerating) you can t see them when I wear jeans or leggings but when I wear tight dresses and bikinis is totally visible. It make me look fat and odd, I ve tried working out and dieting but it does nothing at all to help. Is there anything I can do to solve this that doesn t involve sugery? Anything is helpful I just need to get rid of this I hate it so bad and it makes me depressed. | Take a visit to a specialist. Diet and exercise are not alone. You need to focus on proper group of muscles for tanning. Next you need to take proper rest as well. A proper guidance of exercise prescription should be of help. Visit a specialist, or you may contact me directly though this forum. Thanks |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, I was curious if it was possible for a man to have cystitis (spelling?) because I have symptoms of it. Also, I am noticing a pain in my penis when I lay down or sometimes when I sit down, mainly in the urthera area, it actually effects my sleeping, when I urinate this pain goes away temporarily, however, it does eventually return. Please help. Thanks. | Good Day, and thank you for being with Chat Doctor ! You may have urethritis or inflammation of the urethra (tube where the urine passes inside the penis). Do you have discharge in the opening? Pus cells coming out ? I would suggest doing an urinalysis do check for infection and thereby get the necessary antibiotic treatment. I hope I have succeeded in providing the information you were looking for. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications at: http://www.ChatDoctor .com/doctors/ Chat Doctor. Best wishes. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... I recently started exercising on an elipitical machine, in five minutes my pulse increased to 140 followed by chest pains so i stopped. i have high blood pressure is this normal? | It is not normal to have chest pain with 5 minuted of exercise. You should have further investigations to rule out coronary artery disease (e.g. Exericse stress test). If you have high blood pressure it should be treated to prevent an increased risk of heart attack and stroke. You should visit your doctor to assess whether it is safe to exercise before trying again on your own |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My Son has had three separate cerebral hemorrhages in his life at 28 years old. And since his last one our lives have been increasingly difficult to manage. He has changes in his behavior. Mainly outburst of anger and frustration. He has not returned to work. And there are legal issues resulting from these injuries. We only have county insurance. I was hoping you could refer me to any aftercare clinics or other assistance or agencies that could assist us. Also if there is a scan or test that can identify what and where damage may exist from these injuries. It is very sad and a increasing hardship. I need some support. And victims of crime are not helping us at all. Because of the legal issue involved. Its complicated. Basically His Girl Friend at the time put him through a windshield on her 2nd dui causing great bodily injury. My Son helped her during sentencing for a lighter sentence. She missed all criminal enhancements, and did only 3 months in jail. 3 months out of jail she got pregnant. 2 months after baby left and will not allow my Son access to his child. Then she has manipulated the courts prosecuting him on lies and only lies. This is in Oakland California a sad story i know. Thanks for your insight or opinion of this matter. Any Information is Greatly Appreciated. Thank You | Hello, Everybody gets this. Concussions classically cause migraine like effects including not wanting to have any disturbances. This causes people to become very with Chat Doctor. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | having pain in right hip area that radiates down to knee and calf. Good in AM pain increases through out the day. worse when walking, Squats do not affect it, if putting feet together and pressing knees to floor, right hip will only go about 3/4 of the way before it becomes to painful. I haven t had any injury to the area. I m about 40 lbs over weight. | Hi, Thanks for the query. I understand your concern. Pain radiated to hip, going down to knee & calf indicates pressure on sciatic nerve, the pressure seems to be mostly at be at sciatic notch (because of your specific symptoms of pain at particular movement of hip) or it may be higher up at spinal level (due to vertebral or disc problem) Excess weight always increases the suffering in lower extremity pain. You need CT scan/ MRI for diagnosis & an orthopedic surgeons' guidance for specific treatment. Thanks. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My son is taking 2- 500 mg a day for bladder infection. I noticed the instructions said not to take with milk. His is on a milk based formula diet. In an effort to give his medication every 12 hours, his gets his first dose an hour before his feeding (6:45 am) and second dose at 6:45 pm with his suppertime feeding. He gets fed every 3 1/2 to 4 hours so I can get 5 feedings in a day. He has been taking Cipro since Thurs. with no problems, but this morning there was blood in his urine. Help roggeps@ suddenlink.net | Hi, welcome to Chat Doctor. Can understand your concerns. You should do urine routine microscopy and culture test. It will help to find out the cause of the red colored urine. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | im 17 and i am still a virgin. i have a single, small pimple-like bump on the shaft of my penis, about 1/3 the way up from my scrotum. its an oval shape about 2 cm long and 1 cm wide. there is no discomfort of any kind. its been there for around a month and it started out very small. at first i though it was a pimple so i tried to pop it, but nothing came out and it hurt.so ive been washing that area very thoroughly when i shower. now when i squeeze it it doesnt hurt and stuff does come out. a drops worth of blood with a cloudy yellowish pus like subtance in it. ive been squeezing that stuff out once or twice a day and then washing it, but nothing has really changed. whats wrong and what can i do to get rid of it? | Hello, Your symptoms are indicative of folliculitis. Keep the area affected clean & wash it regularly. Some folliculitis goes away by themselves. Hair follicles get infected due to the clogged oil glands. Since pus is coming out, you need medical aid. You are suggested to visit ER, get physically examined, you need antibiotics or oral antifungals & antibacterial cream to apply in the area affected. Wear loose cotton clothes, avoid staying too long in sweated clothing, avoid harsh chemicals & maintain good hygiene. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Chat Doctor. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hi doctor, i am having seizure issue . I had the attack in 2011 april since then I am taking levi pill 500mg twice daily. I got married in 2005 and have 5 year old son and in 2013 i want to get pregnant is it safe to continue this medicine . will it have impact on the fetus .kindly advise | Hi, It may be taken safely during pregnancy. Studies in animals have shown evidence of fetal abnormalities while no such harmful effects were seen in studies done on human beings. Hence, it may be taken safely during pregnancy. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | About 2 weeks ago I slipped and pulled something in my right calf. Sore for couple days no big deal. Last weekend took a step backwards unloading something and stepped in a hole with same leg. Got immediate burning pain that lasted 6 or 7 hours until I could get ice on it. Pain is gone now but on the front of my leg in the shin area I have some sort of fluid build up. I can press on it and make a dent. There is no pain. Just wondering what this may be. Thanks | Hi probably the hematoma under the soft tissues is resolving and in few days it will be alright. Nothing has to be done for it. If at all, thrombophob gel application may be done for few days |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hello sir, My eosinophils count is 11.for that cause i am suffering from sneezing during morning and evening.also i have dust allergy .so i want to decrease my eosinophils count so that in future it will not lead to asthma .i have cough problem during my birth but after 5 years that is no more.please sir suggest what to do? | Welcome to Chat Doctor Forum Hi. Spanda., if there is no family history of Asthma, there are less chances of you being affected. Alos avoid to work or travel in dusty environment, avoid, jogging in early morning..., these may reduce E count., do not worry, as you are healthy. Take care. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | sever apnea disorder, fell asleep at my desk, hit the top of head on the edge, . My elbow broke in an accident never heeld correctly and hit edge of desk as well. I don t remember the hits however in result my wrist- hand hangs down, I cant move my wrist at all, my finger still can wiggle, I have seen a Dr. was told it may take several months to return to normal, or sergary. This happened 2 weeks ago....... My question is: is there any home therapy I should be doing? Or what should I be doing or not be doing? | Cellophane You for contacting Chat Doctor. If you are unable to move your wrist then it needs an orthopedic evaluation. An orthopedic doctor will immobilize your wrist after having an X-ray of wrist to confirm the extent of dislocation. After he fixes the wrist, then you need to take care of the hand by not moving hand unnecessarily. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow-up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Wishing you good health. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi doctor, I am a women of 56 yrs, I am allergic to cold, dust, smell etc.and for last several years I get cold and after I wash my hair I get cold at head and get pain in upper back and head gets heavy and also feel little breathing trouble. I take Montek-LC tablets, is it good for me | Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor, As you are having symptoms of allergy for last several years which is making you uncomfortable because of the allergy. I would suggest you to test for absolute eosinophil count (AEC) in blood to confirm the presence of allergic reaction. Then you have to test for the most prevalent allergens like food, dust,pollen and mite, which helps to know the allergen which is causing all these symptoms. You can take Tab Monte LC, which is an excellent Chat Doctor. After identifying the allergen causing these symptoms you can take immunotherapy, either subcutaneous immunotherapy (SUIT) or sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT). This will help to control the symptoms of the allergy. Thank you. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My dad has been becoming more forgetful recently and has a family history of Alzheimer s Disease with a sister who had advanced stages when she died. I ve been researching Axona and was curious if it would have any effect on someone without a diagnosis of Alzheimer s or if it could even be prescribed in his case. | None of the medications we use for Alzheimer's is preventative. They were not researched in that way nor are they indicated for prophylactic use. Axon is actually a medical food supplement and should not be used in people with metabolic issues such as diabetes as it can cause ethnic shock and coma in extreme cases. I would not recommend the use of Axon in anybody without a diagnosis of Alzheimer's dementia and only under the direction of an experienced physician due to its side effects which in some cases can be severe enough for people to go the ER. Good luck. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have what looks Lila a skin tag on the right upper side of my mouth inside. I think several days ago I bit my gum but not sure if that is the cause. I noticed it about three days ago and its just sore and unsightly. What is it and how long will it take to go away. | Hello, thank you for consulting with Chat Doctor. It can be because of the trauma only which was caused by batting. It is called as fibrous. You just wait and observe the lesion, if it starts creating problem then you have to visit a dentist to get it removed, otherwise just apply a topical ointment named McCoppin on it for symptomatic relief. Hope it will help you. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | how you doing dr. my name is angel I m a 53 yrs. old male/ 169 lbs. 5 6 in height, my problem with me I have lower back pain left and right, abdominal pain , constant urinating during day and night, constipated, I drinking 32oz of water a day, as it goes out I keep drinking water. pain continue around my waist area. I can t wear any clothing to sleep it painful when it ruffles touches my waist. it the mornings I cant button my pants up my waist is swollen. my body is weak and heavy. some slight dizzy, headache. no blood in stool or urine . unable to sleep. | HelloThanks for writing to ChatDoctorYou need proper clinical examination and investigations. Investigations include routine hologram, RBS,LFT, RFT, Lipid profile, Urine RE/ME, Thyroid profile, Ultrasound of abdomen, Upper GI endoscopy, X-ray L/S spine AP/Lateral, Further investigations may be done if needed. There may be various causes for your problem like gastrointestinal, genitourinary or musculoskeletal causes. Treatment can be done after proper clinical examination and investigations reports. Get well footage Care Chat Doctor. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi I am 28, 5"10 and around 170lbs. I am taking a second course of omeprazole. i have been tested for H. Plori and this is negative. For a week or so (before second course of drugs) i have noticed some discomfort in my abdomen, near the centre but slightly on the right, between my belly button and bottom of the rib cage. It is mild discomfort mainly but feels almost like a bruise or ingrown hair feeling. and can be itchy | Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor. It is hard to evaluate is this abdominal wall lesion, or it is caused by stomach issue. Gastritis can cause such sensation, and you should treat it and see will it improve. Symptoms that are experienced in such conditions are pain and tightness in upper stomach, bloating, breathing difficulties, heartburn, feeling of lump and sore in throat, gurgling sound in throat, fatigue and loss of appetite. Symptoms are aggravated after meal, long sitting, leaning forward, stress and anxiety. In the beginning this is treated by changing dietary habits. You should avoid alcohol, coffee,smoking, fats and fast food, carbonated Chat Doctor. 1 hour after meal you should not sit or lay. Also lay with elevated upper body. If you are overweight you should do often exercise.Wish you good health. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I was diagnosed with MS 25 years ago, The doctors working through hospital. The Royal Edinburgh. The hospital for people that connot cope with their lives. You`ll be very aware. I was given a tablet was very effective. I stopped smoking cannabis, and I became more aware of the things that was going on arround me. I cannot remember the name of the tablet name | Hi, Multiple sclerosis is a desalinating disease of the central nervous system. Today, there are a lot of effective Chat Doctor. Tablets approved by FDA include dimethyl fumarate and trifluoride. Both these tablets came within the past 6-7 years. 25 years ago (1995), interferon injections were in use. For some, azathioprine tablets were used. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | my husband has a cyst on his neck got it lance 3rd june, went back into hospital got it drain on 3rd july and he is for surgery today as it has got very big, the opening is still there but there is a lump fill up again below where it was lance.he has a cough with this i just notice the last 5 weeks, they are going to do a biospy today on | Hello, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I understand your health concern, if I am your doctor I suggest you that definitive treatment can only be possible after the biopsy. But after at all surgical therapy is the definitive treatment for all the lump. So you should be prepared for it. I will be happy to answer all your future concern. Thank you, ChatDoctorInfectious disease specialist. Wish you the best health at Chat Doctor. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My husband suffered a severe concusssion from looks to me like someone stomping on his face. He doesn t remember the incident, just waking up in a ditch. Surgeons at the hospital said he is lucky to be alive. The last CAT scan he had, he told me, revealed bruises on his brain and blood between the brain and skull. There is fluid in his head. Its only been three days. He left the hospital on his accord against medical advice. Im very worried. He says he is a little out of it. A little dizzy and having a hard time gaining his bearings. Im going to take him to another hospital for a second cat scan. Any advice? | Brushes in brain and blood between brain and skull are most likely contusions and Subdural/Extramural Hemorrhage. Requirement of surgery depend on extent of blood collection and if any pressure effect. If it is not that much, medical management is required only. For advising further I need to see the NCCT Head images and its report. |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Sir, i have blood clots in main right artiary and went on angioplasty on 24Nov, 2010. After six months my doctor advised me to have complete heart check up . All Tests were normal like Lipid profile , Blood sugar(Random/Fasting) Eco Test, ECG. But TMT was negative. What is the meaning of it ? Can you advise me ? My Age is 47 (Male), weight 65 Kg | Dear Sir, Negative TMT means that there was no ischemia during stress test, so no problem with heart arteries. In case of TMT negative is good. Take fearsome back if you have any further questions |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | i came out of the E.R. 4 days ago after being treated for a kidney stone. because the size of the stone was small, about a 2, i was told that it would pass soon. i dont know if the stone has already passed, but im already still experiencing some uncomfortable pain on my lower back on the right where the kidney stone was. it hurts when i take a deep breath; however, the pain is somewhat tolerable. is it because the stone is still there or is it because of the scratches the stone made when it passes? | Hello, I had gone through the case and found that you must go for ultrasound of lower abdomen to rule out the renal stone.Meanwhile, take painkiller and Chat Doctor. Hope my answer will be effective for you. Thanks |