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i have a very bad tooth ache of which only soothes and pain goes away while i swish cold water in my mouth. I have bad teeth and the tooth that i bothering my does have a hole on the top very near the gum line. I have tried everything and water seems to be the only way to sooth the pain... however i need to sleep and i cant swish water while i sleep and i am a mouth breather so when i open my mouth to breath the air it starts hurting again. anything i can do so get me to sleep without the pain? Male 41 years old overwieght smoker and take heart meds to slow rate down (propafenone, metoprolol , bayer) | Hello and thank you for your question. Your tooth has a large cavity which has infected the nerve, the nerve is inflamed and swollen. The cold relieves the pain because it causes the pressure to decrease for a minute. The damage to the nerve is irreversible and the tooth if restorable needs to have the decay removed, a root canal performed and a crown or large restoration placed in the tooth. Or if the tooth is non-restorable, the tooth needs to be pulled before you get a large infect in your jaw. Best regards |
My brother has stage 3/4 esophageal cancer and has undergone radiation and chemo therapy . He t is 50 years old. He has one or two good days per week when he can get out of bed, but most other days he can t manage enough energy to get out of bed. A couple of my siblings who live in the same city as him feel that he should have more energy and think about the many people who seem to be able to function through treatments. He finished his treatments about 4 months ago. I think that treatment can affect people differently. Is it fairly normal for the exhaustion to affect some for this long. Certainly his pain and emotional worry are contributing. | How are his food intake-able to take solids or liquids only. If the there is problem to take both he should consult surgeon for other ways of feeding. He should take high protein, high carboy Chat Doctor. Many food formulas are available. It is better he should try some of those, continue what he likes. Soups either vegetable or Nov veg can be give, and they are easily digestible also. Our aim with him is to give less quantity, frequent times, high caloric food. He should take small amount, of food in many times (not three times, large amount at a time, usually our habit of food intake). |
res sir iam from ap karimnagar my mother was suffring lika a problem that she cant speek propaley and she cant walk with out waker in hyd i visit to meny doctrs but they are telling that it msa or sma in the yead 2001 nov suddneley my mother felldown and she get unconsses ple show me the way thatmy mother can speek and walk | Thank you for writing. MSA (multi-system atrophy) is a degenerative disease of the brain characterized by imbalance while walking, slowness of movements, difficulty in speaking and swallowing. It tends to get worse with time and unfortunately, there is no cure for it. Regarding today's fall and unconsciousness, it could be unrelated. Please show her to a neurologist/neurosurgeon and get a scan done to exclude a brain hemorrhage (bleeding in brain). Chat Doctor. |
can muscles around your heart get strained? Age | Dear patient You have got two problems that are not related but present with similar complaints. This is because heart and front chest wall is supplied by T1 to T6 dermatome. Disc prolapse at T1T2, T2T3 and T3T4 discs will lead to spinal cord compression at these levels and hence back pain and radiating pain in front chest wall. Now we have to look for severity of spinal cord compression by prolapsed discs. This can be assessed by looking at spinal canal diameter at discs prolapse level. If your MRI is done and report is showing severe cord compression by discs then surgery may be option. If spinal cord compression is mild rest for few days and physiotherapy will be helpful. Take opinion from expert spine surgeon with MRI report. |
Hello. My Daughter is currently four months old. Ever since she was born we ve had problems being able to feed her. She has been diagnosed with nipple aversion, and GERD. ThiI ve also s past week, though, the child protective services have decided to put her into custody, because they cannot understand as to why she cannot/will not be able to gain weight. I have had to take her to the hospital four previous times (including one visit where she had a Mic-Key button to be surgically inserted into her belly). I ve also taken her to Kansas City for a second opinion before the surgery. I am just wondering why, even with the doctors instructions and help, why she can only take about half of what she would typically be able to take for her age. I would like some extra advice/opinions about this. I hope that I can get some extra help for her condition, and so I can put some extra insight to the CPS workers. | From your history, it seems that the decision of the authorities to place her in the custody of CPS is incorrect and that there is no neglect from your side. While I appreciate your point of view, the reason for their decision might not be that they think you are neglecting your daughter, but that they feel that you are not competent to help her. There is a difference in this. In the second case, they are not blaming you but want the best possible outcome for your daughter, health-wise. It is possible that she has some underlying disorder that they have still not discovered. You need to be patient with them, and with her doctors. Continue to take interest in what is happening to her, and request them to dig deeper to find out what is wrong rather than harping on your incompetence or neglect - even if those are valid accusations. Your continued involvement without seeming to be obsessed with her custody will eventually pave the way for your daughter to return to you after her diagnosis and treatment have been accomplished. |
Hii ,my wife today conducted follicular study ,its eight day from LMP,she was given 2 dose of injection of HMG-150,the report of Right ovary was 18 x 18 x msf, left ovary msf i just want to know will she would ovulate normally ,should i keep relation with her to get pregnant is it possible to conduct iui in this cycle. | Hi Welcome to Chat Doctor Follicle on right ovary has reached its maturity. If endometrial thickness is good then Chat Doctor injection can be given for rupture of egg, and then you can try timed intercourse or go ahead with GUI. She may ovulate normally also and if you want to try timed intercourse this cycle, I would suggest predicting ovulation by using ovulation detection kits. Consult your doctor for further management. Take care. |
I have a degenrated disc at my L4/L5 level. It is at about 25% degeneration. My L5/S1 also has some slight degenration. I found out after pulling a muscle in my back 4 years ago. My right leg is about a centimeter shorter than my left, which is the main cause of the degeneration. I have shoe inserts which leveled my hips and legs. I recently pulled a muscle in my lower back. I have been experiencing lower back pain and stiffness, along with sciatic pain. I have also been experiencing intermittent pain in my left testicle. It comes and goes and sometimes moves to the right testicle. I have also noticed a frequent urge to urinate. I have noticed that not as much urine comes out and I still feel like I have to go shortly thereafter. If I massage the area near the rectum and behind the scrotum, it provides relief. Movement also provides some relief. The pain moves around between the testicles and base of the penis. Sometimes it disappears completely. I have not been tested for an STI, mainly because I have been married for over 5 years and have no other sexual partners. There have also been no physical signs, i.e. discharge, burning/pain while urinating, cloudy or smelly urine, blood in urine/ejaculate, etc. I have had issues with urination for at least 10 years. They include constant urge, inability to urinate when I feel the urge. I am currently uninsured, so I am trying to find some possible answers before I make it into a doctors office. | Hi, In my opinion the radiating pain in your testicles isn't coming from the herniation or the medications you take it actually came from you renal system which is mentioned of having history of issues for the past ten years, so I think you have some sort of renal stone or a gravel in your ureters that prevents you from urinating freely to the end. You will need some investigation like SUA, RH factor, ASCOT Title, urinalysis and U/S of your abdomen and pelvis to know exactly where is the pathology exactly for specific treatments. I would recommend higher fluid intake, low proteins and carboy Chat Doctor. Please click THANK YOU and consider a 5-star rating with some positive feedback if the information was helpful. Hope the above information helps you. Any further clarifications feel free to ask. |
Someone punched my husband and he fell back and hit a steel step he had a fracture and a bleed on the brain this was 3 months ago, now when he lowers his head just a little he gets a vibration feeling down his arms it use to go down his spine but has been seeing a chiro and it has changed now to down his arms he also has tingling in the ends of his fingers | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. Your husband needs a cervical column examination with plain radiography of cervical column to check for any bone damage. There is need for a cervical MRI evaluation and an opinion from a Neurosurgeon, because symptoms you describe are related to cervical column damage. Hope this helps. If you have further questions feel free to ask. |
A few times, (including today) I have head rush upon standing, and sudden difficulty focusing on reading (spotty), followed by mild headache. I ve had sore back left side of my neck for several months (not sure if it is related to the above problems). What could be causing this? | Dear serve understand your concerns went through your details. Sore back left side of your neck for several months could be associated with stress. Do you have stress ? Sudden rush of blood to head is common when you stand up suddenly. But in your case, this can also be related to your stress, if you have it. Difficulty focusing, mild headache etc. are also symptoms of stress. Please provide the details of general lifestyle and office life. I suggest stress management. If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. http |
im having breathing problems recently. i have difficulty sleeping at night nowadays. I feel like as if im trying too hard to breath.It all started since i came to punjab bathinda from assam. Its too hot here!! Im feeling very depressed and stressed and want to get back to assam as soon as possible but i dont know if ill be able to make it. | His understand your concern. Mood swings with sleep disturbances may be due to depression but without evaluation it is difficult to say. Sleep disturbances can be treated with medicines like clonazepam and holiday etc. But if you have depressive features then treatment of depression is necessary. Do consult psychiatrist and get help. Exercise and meditations can help. Proper sleep and diet will help. Supportive counseling will also help. Still have question ten feel free to ask. Thank you. |
I have had jaw pain for a week or so but the other night I also had chest pain and sweats. I still have the jaw pain. I am going to see my dentist today to see if I have and infection in my teeth but after reading some information about jaw pain I am now concerned about a heart attack. Should I go to the ER ? I .no longer have the chest pain | Greetings! Welcome to Chat Doctor, and thank you for your question. I understand your concern. Combining the chest pain (angina - heaviness of moderate to severe intensity in the mid-chest, radiating to the jay, left shoulder and left arm), jaw pain and cold sweats, we may have the scenario of a heart attack, indeed. But, before the dental procedure, I would suggest you to go the emergency room, and an EKG should be done and blood troponin and CK-MB (blood markers of heart cell destruction) should be measured. If they come back normal, a heart attack will be ruled out. Even with these tests normal, we cannot rule out the coronary artery disease. But, you may proceed with the dental procedure. After the dental procedure is done, I would recommend also an echocardiogram (to evaluate the heart muscle and valves, also the volumes of the heart chambers; particularly to see the movement of the heart muscle, which may be normal, or with decreased motility, in which case this can be a sign of a remote or recent heart attack) and a cardiac stress test, which help us determine if there is a coronary artery condition or not. I hope I was helpful. Take care. |
About 2 weeks ago, my boyfriend and I were making out (both fully clothed). I saw a dry, white line on my jeans a little while later. I touched it, trying to wipe it off. I do not remember how long after that I touched myself, but it was not immediate. Since last Saturday I have had nausea and chills in varying levels. A few days ago, I discovered small, white bumps on the inside of my vagina at the top and one larger red bump with a white top on the side. Just today, I began experiencing sharp pain in my ovaries. So, in summation, can I be pregnant? | Hello, thanks for trusting Chat Doctor doctor for your health related queries.I guess your concern is-sudden appearance of white n red bumps on vagina, r u pregnant????well let's discuss with the info u have shared with us. Sudden appearance of white and red bumps near vagina is an abnormal thing. But u becoming pregnant from this mean...little speculative issue???n things u haven't shared with us-wen was your last menses?did u have your menses this time?we did u last sex with your bf??was sex without condoms???without info for these difficult to pinpoint 100% whether you are pregnant or not???well dear try out my suggestions |
my father(50) is suffering from liver cancer (HCC) since 5 months. multicentric lesion are present.chemoembolisation was done. triphasic CT report-the CT revels a large mass exophytically arising from the caudate lobe which shows subtile arterial enhancement but does not show any rapid wash out pattern.the other lesions in the liver does not show any arterial enhancement. thrombus in the main portal vein with portosynthemic collaterals are seen. give me advice as early as possible | Hello and thanks you for your query. I am Chat Doctor and I will try to help you as much as I can with my answer. Unfortunately, it looks like extensive and late stage of liver cancer, and I am afraid that surgical resection is not possible. What can help is chemotherapy and transarterial chemo embolization. This may reduce tumor size and make possible surgery in the future. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us. Kindly regards. Wish you a good health. |
I was diagnosed to have E. Aerogenes last year September. I stopped taking medicines because my lungs are getting weak. And I get disappointed meeting my doctor and telling me the same thing. I still have a wound at my leg. I want to know whats the best ointment to dress my wound and antibiotics that would make my wound close.Rose 24, Philippines | Hello there, I am Chat Doctor. I hope you have been gone through culture report. If not or it has been done go again for culture report from the specimen of that wound area. Just take care that you select reliable Microbiology lab and qualified Microbiologist doctor for the culture report. Everything is depended on that report.Maybe you have infection with other organism or the previous organism is not treated completely that's why this happening. After that report you need to follow the sensitivity pattern of that organism and if you have problem with one |
I was infected with HBSAG HBV(Positive) one year back with Anti Hbe positive also but in 3 successive DNA test it has become non reactive.Am I safe for ever and ever or still i require medications?Can I go for vaccination for HBV?RegardsSafar Mohammad KhanMumbai | Dear Mr KhanAssalamo album. Thank you for posting query@ChatDoctor. Most Likely you a carrier.Bag is positive but the replicating antigen of virus has an antibody against it. Furthermore, the viral load is NOT high enough requiring treatment. Virus is in \"dormant\" phase. You do NOT need treatment now. However, your infected state (Bag positive) may NOT be reversed (treated). It is possible that the virus remains in dormant phase throughout life and causes NO harm to liver. Only one fourth of patients infected with Herb virus develop liver cirrhosis. Therefore, one cannot be sure about her status. The viral load should be monitored, and she needs to repeat test every 6 month or at least once a year. You should also inform your treating doctor if your married and want to plan a baby. There is NO permanent treatment for Herb virus. However, you may not be vaccinated BUT all relatives need to be vaccinated against Herb (if not done yet).wish you good health. Further queries are welcomed. Health professionals aim to diagnose properly and manage patients according to their limited knowledge. Cure is blessed by the ONE who Created us, whose power and knowledge is unlimited .wish you good health. Regards, Chat Doctor. |
Hi, I m 42 years of age and had what appears to be a single seizure. Blood work normal, ct scan normal and eeg normal. My MRI with and without contrast appears normal as we ll....although there was a single punctate area of increased t2 signal intensity involving the right frontal subcortical white matter of unclear significance. Should I be concerned with this MRI finding??? | Hi, Thank you for posting your query.First, I would like to reassure you that there is no need to worry about your single seizure or the MRI brain finding. Single area of increased T2W signal on MRI is not suggestive of any serious disease, and is most commonly seen with migraine. Also, this finding is not related to your recent seizure. I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you have any follow-up queries or if you require any additional information. Wishing you good health, Chat Doctor. Ly/ |
My baby is 3.4 years old is suffering from acute diarrhoea last 3 days. He has been given ors as injected saline as well as neofloxin to prevent him from dehydration. Doctor has prescribed enterogermina ( 1 each day ) and nitazoxanide syrup( 2 times a day 1.25 teaspoon ). Pls advise if this mediciaton is okay. | Hi... It seems your kid is having viral diarrhea. Once it starts it will take 5-7 days to completely get better. Unless the kids having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry. There is no need to use antibiotics or Nitazoxanide unless there is blood in the motion. Antibiotics might worsen if unnecessarily used causing antibiotic associated diarrhea. I suggest you use zinc supplements (Z&D Chat Doctor. |
Hi. I had my period on May 27th and I started taking contraception pills until May 31st. I have had sex during all these days where the penis has been in contact with my vagina without condom but the penetration has always been with condom. I am afraid to be pregnant because of the contact without condom before the penetration. Is that possible if I started taking the pills on 31t? | Hello.thanks for trusting the Chat Doctor doctors for your health related queries.no guess your concern is about.is pregnancy is possible if u started taking contraceptive pill on the 31st...right.well.NO.there are no chances of getting pregnant in your case. As u told that u had menses on 27th.right. That means 27th is the first day of your sense. N u had sex during all this period. So there is NO CHANCE of getting pregnancy during this period.u can start taking contraceptive pill on 31st because it is the 5th day of your menses. Contraceptive pills u can start from 1st to 5th day of menses. It is very effective during this period.so...RELAX.RELAX.RELAX.no need to take tension.u had sex during the safe period(it is from 1-7th day of menses). With the above discussion u can try out my suggestions-1. First thing.there is no need to take tension about getting pregnant. There is no chance of getting pregnant.2. If penis touches the vagina without condom but penetration having with condom that means there are no chances of getting pregnancy.3.if you are still worried then visit nearby gynecologist.he/she can help u. I hope the above information is useful, informative and helpful for u.regards- Chat Doctor. (DON'T WORRY.there is NO CHANCE of getting pregnancy...just RELAX) |
hi, i m in early stage of jaundice where my blood test results are given below | Hello! Thank you for the query. This is not early stage of jaundice! There is no diet to treat it. There is nothing you can do by yourself. It is strongly advisable for you to get medical help. Your liver tests are very bad and can be life-threatening. Such liver tests results can be caused by viral infection, bile ducts blockage, liver cirrhosis, liver cancer. You should have abdominal ultrasound, GGT and AP blood tests, amylase in urine and blood, HAD, HBV, HCV tests. Do not neglect it and get medical help as soon as possible. Hope this will help. Regards. |
Hi I am having a lot of pain. It starts at my lower tummy close to my croch pretty much and it feels like pressure building then it gets really painful like sharp pain then the pain is still there but goes to close to my tailbone. It hurts so bad. It goes on for about 30 minutes repeating the cycle them it will stop for 2 hours then start back up. Can you help me with this? | There can be two reason for such pain. First it may be that you are having back muscle spasm, I mean your spine muscles are tight. It can be due to kidney stone also. So my first advice to you is to get an ultrasound and a spine x-ray. If stone is present you need to show to a urologist. If there is no stone than do few things1. Avoid heavy weight lifting and forward bending.2. Sleep on hard bard.3.apply diclofenac cream4. Sit in bat tub with gentle warm water, so your tail bone get some heat.5. Take muscle reliant like moral and MySpace.6. Learn back muscle strengthening exercises from physiotherapist. |
My daughter is 4.4 years old, 21.8 KG weight. she has fever of 102.3, and my doc has prescribed Lariago 10 ml 2 times for 3 days, and Meptal-P 8 ml twice a day for next 3 days. We are in Hyderabad, India. I had malaria symptoms and undergoing treatment for the past 3 days, had high fever - 104, 184 was my sugar level, and low BP too. Since today evening my daughter who is very close with me, has been developing fever, and hence the medicines. Pls advise what would be the best way forward on my daughter s health. | Mariano or such antimalarial should not be given without confirming the presence of malaria but since it is already being given, you need to complete the course as prescribed. Metal P contains metonymic acid and is effective in reducing fever. Viral fevers are very common and could be transmitted to your daughter. Give her metal P or paracetamol syrup to reduce the fever. You may give sponging with water at room temperature. General health and hygiene measures and proper diet is all that you and your daughter need. |
i had symptons of weakness and aches in joints, restlessness, flatulence and rumbling in my stomach, dizziness and tiredness.i did a test for widal and it came out with >S. Typhi H - Positive 1 | Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor, As you are having the symptoms of weakness and aches in joints, restlessness, flatulence, dizziness and tiredness for which your doctor has advised to undergo tidal test. The tidal test revealed S. Typhi H - Positive 1 |
Hi, I m a recently retired, (63 years old) female . I haven t driven in ten years. I felt that once I retired, the stress from work and job would help me to overcome the panic attacks of driving. Now that I am retired I m a prisoner in my home because I m unable to drive to get out and move around. I want to be able to go to the health club, drs appt mts. and simply shopping. I was told by several doctors (internal medicine) that I was experiencing panic attacks. I was prescribed paxil 20mg. At one time I wasn t able to be alone in my home for fear I may have a herat attack. Since I ve taken paxil I m now able to be alone in my home with no problems. My main concern is I have major panic attacks when I m driving alone. Hence, I have completly stop driving for ten years. I so desperately want my indepedence back. I want to drive again without fear of any of panic attacks. Please help me . What can I do to overcome this major problem in my life that has stripped me of my mobility to get around? Public tranportation is imited where I leave and the cab service expense is overwhelming. I want to do this for me. I ve burned my husband, family and friends out with requesting rides. I would like to see a psychiatrist in the south chicago suburban area who specializes in this disorder. My e-mail is provided. I appreciate any advice and suggestions you can provide. Thanking you in adevance. I | Hi there ~ Having panic attacks can be stressful. I understand that you have been started on pail. However, you do not give me more details regarding dosage and how long you have been on it. You need to be on an adequate trial of pail for it to be efficacious. In other words you may have to wait (or let your doctor know during your next appointment). However, there are other strategies that may help with panic attacks. Psychotherapy or counseling sessions and short term trial of benzodiazepines that are quick and efficacious may be helpful. You need to consult a qualified psychiatrist for referral. Take care and I hope this was helpful. |
hi doctor i had typhoid one month ago. i had taken treatment for 15 days. After 15 days, i had not fever and weakness but headaches sometimes. but after 15 days i eat heavy diet like chicken eggs and also paranthes. so now i am feeling weakness and therefor fever. what should i do now. | Hi, The typhoid attack might have been severe in your case, and it will take more than 15 days to recover. If you have taken 15 days treatment then you should take nutritious home cooked food for about a month and half or 6 weeks. The food should preferably be home cooked and not spicy. What happens is that typhoid causes depletion of energy and this can take a bit longer course in some. Few people report weakness for 3 months after typhoid. It will also help if you can repeat tidal test to make sure that you do not have any chronic infection. |
hello doctor....i am 21 years old and suffering from severe cervical spondilosys . I am suffering from severe pain in the neck region along with headache which don t allow me to do my work....i have this pain from last 2 years...but i used to get now and then........but from recent times it is very often...i got a surgery for my backbone for D4 compression 7 years ago....is spondylosis is side effect of this.....can you please suggest me a permanent solution for this neck pain so that i can concentrate on my studies....... | Hello, I read carefully your query and understand your concern. Your symptoms seem to be related to occipital neuralgia. Occipital neuralgia is a condition in which the nerves that run from the top of the spinal cord up through the scalp, called the occipital nerves, are inflamed. I suggest using anti-inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day. If the symptoms continue, I suggest seeing a neurologist or a rheumatologist and get evaluated. Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again. Kind regards! Chat Doctor. |
i was using trimop forte 1 tablets once in two days which contain 25 mg of trioxsalen and now because of unavailability of trimop forte tablets now i am taking only trimop tablet which contains 5 mg of same contain.i want to know that how should i take this trimop tablet??2 tablet once in two days or same as last .... | Hi, Morales are a bit tricky and the effect of a new formulation often is not the same even if the milligrams are the same. Basically, one has to see how it goes and adjust the dose up or down depending. It needs careful monitoring as it can cause skin reactions other than the ones desired and affect lens opacity. I hope this answers your query. I remain at your disposal in case further medical assistance is needed. |
About a week ago I had a CT scan of my brain due to an auto accident. The scan showed I have an air pocket in my brain. My primary doctor has ordered a second CT scan to be done in about 2 weeks to see if there is any change in the air pocket. What is the usual causes of an air pocket and is having one something serious? | Hello, thanks for writing to Chat Doctor. Your CT scan has showed an air pocket in the brain-also known as pneumocephalus. The most common causes are trauma- as is in your case and neurosurgery. It occurs when there is a fracture of the skull/para-nasal sinus, and outside air enters the brain cavity. It is not usually serious, unless something called a tension pneumocephalus develops(signs of increased pressure in brain). Otherwise, this is asymptomatic in most patients, and the air will gradually get resorted. Hope I have answered your query. Do write in if you have any more questions. Wishing you a speedy recovery. |
I have a pain on my lower right side. I have had it for about three years. I went to a pain management doctor yesterday and she told me it was my muscles below my stomach. She said she could give me a shot but due to the location of the muscle it would be risky. She said that I need to do exercises such as cruches. She I am 60 years old. Any ideas | Hi! Good evening. I am Chat Doctor answering your query. I would advise you to visit a general surgeon in your locality, who after examining you physically, might advise you for an ultrasound or other related investigations to arrive at a diagnosis for a proper management. Furthermore, I have my own reservations to your going to a pain therapist to get treated for your pain in abdomen, till any intra-abdominal condition has been excluded by a surgeon. The possibilities of the pain for such a long duration could be anything from inflammation/space occupying pathology of the abdominal/pelvic viscera, to a calculus in the urinary system on the right side. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Chat Doctor. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Chat Doctor. |
my sister-in-law is laying in the hospital dieing of what they think is Colitis, but the anti-biotics they have tried are not working. She also has head and neck pain. She is 45 years old and has been dealing with this for over 5 weeks and been in the hospital for a week. Her sister went to see her last night and said shes just a shell. What are they missing and why arnt they doing more? | Colitis is inflammation of the colon which could be caused by an infection, inflammatory bowel disease, ischemia or allergy. Its treatment depends on the cause. Antibiotics alone will not solve the problem if it is not of infectious origin. A stool exam/culture/sensitivity test, a colonoscopy and other blood tests will be needed to bring out the cause. I suggest you request the opinion of a gastroenterologist. Best wishes |
hello,my name is janis,i have had lower back pain for the past 4 days and now it has gotten into my left hip and also when i lay down it is hard for me to lift up my left leg,i have to use my hands to do so,and also when i get into a car i got to do the same thing,i dont know what is wrong,i went to the hospital and all they done was give me a shot for pain and sent me home and that did not even work,what can i do.never mind i have no credit card,sorry | Hi, thank you for posting. I have gone through your query and I understand your concerns. The greatest probability is that you suffer from arthritis. Arthritis is a disease that causes painful inflammation and stiffness of the joints. To treat this condition you can take anti anti-inflammatory medicines such as Advil. Massage, chiropractic procedures and physical exercises can also help. To confirm the diagnosis you need a spinal and pelvic X-ray, a fibrinogen test and a complete blood count. Spinal Ct-scan is necessary in order to rule out herniated disc. You should contact your neurologist to discuss the diagnosis and the right treatment. Regards. |
I ve recently been diagnosed with ITP. I also have very dry brittle nails and have had excessive hair loss for several years now. Lately i have had extremely itchy scalp and Yesterday I discovered a painful lump on the base of my skull behind my ear. Could this be some sort of autoimmune problem like Lupus or even worse a lymphoma? I m concerned. | Hello, Autoimmune conditions can co-exist with ITP so your symptoms of brittle nails, alopecia would fit in provided at least 2 other criteria were fulfilled to diagnose SHE. There are several others such as discoid rash, Malay rash (butterfly rash), deposits, arthritis, blood abnormalities, CNS abnormalities, ANA positive, ACL abs etc. so a thorough clinical & lab reports are required before such a diagnosis is done. Swollen lymph nodes (if that is what is the painful lump behind the ear) can be a presenting feature in some SHE patients as well. Thanks. |
Hello,I have read about the positive effects of acetylcholine supplements on various cognitive functions, including attention, learning and memory (http | Hello thanks for asking from ChatDoctorAcetylcholine is one of major neurotransmitter in brain. It is involved in memory registration, retention and recall functions. It is involved in maintenance of cognitive functions and in learning. Acetylcholine supplements agonists like Paracetamol help in improving attention span and memory. Paracetamol is safe to use but the Chat Doctor. Choline sources can be taken and will help in improving cognition. Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors are the main |
I am a wrestler and I obtained impetigo at a tournament and I am now on antibiotics and a cream treatment. My sister is a med school student and told me to look for blood in my urine. I have no blood in my urine but I noticed some blood in my stool today and I just want to know if I should get it checked or if it is just a hemroid | Get your urinalysis also done as when very small quantity of blood pass through urine you can not detect by naked eye you go get your urine tested microscopically. It is important. DO not come to a conclusion all by yourself that you have got hemorrhoids. Let your doctor decide that. For impetigo what antibiotic orally you have not mentioned. Next time please do write all details for proper advice. Some Chat Doctor. |
For the past 4 days I ve been feeling a tight, muscle strain feeling in my forehead. It feels like I m constantly straining to raise my eyebrows and my forehead and eyes will not relax. Any idea what may be the cause of this? Thank you for your help. Rebecca | Hi, I have gone through your question and understand you concern. This seems to be a typical tensile type headache, the most common type of headache. This normally would last for 3 days at max, and it should not prevent you from doing the usual activity. Still, if it lasts longer, or gets worse I would recommend a cranial CT (which would also see the sinuses), because the second option in my opinion would be an involvement of the sinuses. So, if the pain goes away, I would consider it a normal tensile headache, with nothing to worry about, and no real preventive treatment, nor curative one.Otherwise, you should have a cranial CT Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow-up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing you good health. |
Hi! I have a small lump on the back of my head, on the left side right before you get to my hair line. It feels like it s possible it could be an ingrown hair or something cause it feels like I may have a little sore on the lump. It doesn t really hurt to touch it, just a little sore cause I keep messing with it. But I have noticed I have been dizzy and had headaches lately and I wonder of it s causing it... what does it sound like to you? Has me a little worried. | Hi! Good evening. I am Chat Doctor answering your query. Although it requires a good clinical assessment for reaching at a diagnosis, from your history it seems to be like a sebaceous/Desmond cyst which could be there for years together without any problem till it gives rise to infection. And I do not think this lump to be a problem or any serious condition. In case it starts giving you trouble, you could go to any hospital and show it to surgeon for the management after the required investigations. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor to clear doubts on your health problems. I wish you an early recovery. Chat Doctor. |
Hi, My husband 65, was told that he has a mass of about 10 cm growing inside his stomach, next to the bladder, no obstructions yet. He is scheduled to have a biopsy tomorrow. Is that risky? Is it necessary? He also was told the there is possibility this mass might be a lymphoma. What to do? | Hi ! Good evening. I am Chat Doctor answering your query. Although it is a matter of concern, one has to wait till the histopathology diagnosis and then the appropriate treatment could be planned. There is no need to panic and the treatment of any such problem like a lymphoma has improved over the years with better prognosis then what it was a few years back. Whatever it comes to, one has to face the reality bravely specially you and other members of the family to strengthen your husbands' morale in receiving the appropriate treatment. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you all the luck. Chat Doctor. |
I need help figuring out what is going on with me because i keep on getting pains that used be on my shoulder and back neck area but now its starting to go to my whole back my arms and my stomach this pain feels like I m getting stabbed with a lot of needles i don t know whats wrong with me and it tends to happen a lot and it does hurt pretty bad. | Hello, I have studied your case. Due to compression of nerve root there can be pain in shoulder and back.Also, there can be large disc bulge which is compressing over spinal cord. I will advise you clinical examination and accordingly investigation like MRI cervical spine or shoulder will help. For these symptoms analgesic and neurotrophic medication like pregabalin can be started consulting your doctor. Till time, avoid lifting weights. You can consult physiotherapist for help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and inferential therapy will give you relief. I will advise checking your it B12 and it D3 level. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care. |
i feel like my muscle are getting weak, sometime when am holding on to something it like i just want to drop it. and my legs are getting like a charlie horse in my calves and my feet and toes cramp up too. plus my middle back it tight too at time what cause these things??? | Hello, I read carefully your query and understand your concern. There are many medical conditions that can cause weakness in muscles. It can be related to chronic fatigue syn Chat Doctor. So, there are several examinations that should be done to help through the diagnosis. I suggest seeing a neurologist for a nerve function test. I also suggest doing a complete blood count and a glycemic level. Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again. Kind regards! |
My papillae are extremely swollen right now. I ve also got a sore throat and congestion (when I woke up this morning, my lymph nodes were horribly swollen). I had a fever for part of the night, I believe, but seem to be normal temperature now. I ve got a headache and nausea that goes on and off (it was really bad while I was trying to get to sleep last night, but hasn t really bothered me sitting up so I think it s just related to congestion). Should I get checked for strep? | HI, thanks for using Chat Doctor Sore throats are more commonly viral. They are due to viral infection in 80 to 90 % of cases and most therefore do not require antibiotics. IF the sore throat persists beyond 3 to 4 days, is extremely severe or is associated with a fever lasting a few days, then bacterial infection can be considered. The use of oral painkillers as well as throat sprays or gargles may be helpful to you. Examples of gargles or sprays are chlorogenic, colonia, Islam hope this helps |
Hello I am a CML patient and currently i am taking 400mg of glivec daily and now i have been prscribed 5mg of coversyl will this be safe for me and not interfere with my glivec, also the chemist gave me perindo 4mg instead of the coversyl 5mg will that dosage be okay | Hello, I have gone through your query and understand your concern. Your doctor prescribed the right antihypertensive for you. You need not concern too much about this. As for as dose of perindopril is concerned, he may increase or decrease the dose of perindopril based on your blood pressure control and nothing to worry about. There is no interaction between Perindopril and imaging. Other than perindopril most of the antihypertensives like calcium channel blockers, metoprolol etc. have significant interaction with Imaging.Thus, nothing to be concerned too much about this. Just have regular check on your blood pressure. Have a regular visit and consult your treating oncologist. Hope this helps. Please write back for further queries. Wishing you good health. |
Hi,My son is 4.5 yrs old and is suffering Allergic bronchitis since he was 6 months old. we have been seeing paedetrician since then. He has been subscribing Levolin / Budescorf. He gets this attack once in almost every 15 days. Sometimes its very acute. He coughs relentlessly. He doesn wants to take any oral medicine. even if we force onto him he vomits. We have been curing him with Levolin (0.31/0.63) nebulaisation. We have been observing, since last one month, the intensity of attack is very high and he generally takes 3-4 days to recover. We have been taking Homeopathy medication too. This is too often nowadays. Please advise / help | Hi, thanks for your query. I do understand your anxiety in getting your child treated for so long. I would advise him to start on Stalin MDI 2 puff 4 times a day for 3-5 days with will tie over his acute scenario and Saber MDI 2puff twice daily for 6 months which will act to prevent his exacerbation. He can also be started on montelukast 5\u00a0mg once daily for at least 2 months. Hope this answers your question |
Hello I am 26 years old, i had a blood transfusion in Aug 2010 and detected as hepatitis B positive in Apr 2011 when I got hospitalized because of jaundice . It took six weeks to recover from jaundice. Now my billurubin and Liver enzymes are normal. Please tell me whether is it acute or chronic infection (as most probably I got infected at the time of blood transfusion)? | Welcome to Chat Doctor .... If you are Bag Positive for more than six months after your diagnosis of Hepatitis B then you are considered to have Chronic form of Hepatitis B. If your Bag levels are negative with in 6 months of your diagnosis, then you had an acute form of Hepatitis B infection. Just check your Bag levels i.e. HBS Antigen levels by September 2011 and if you are positive - you are a chronic carrier else you had an acute episode. |
Im sneezing every morning and then sometimes I have sneeze attacks that just comes on suddenly. What could this be? I have had surgery already so the sinus would drain but I still have the sneezing. I have also got tested for allergys but thier was none. | Hello there, Thank you for the question. The sneezing that you are describing seems allergic only. Many allergies do not show up on the allergy panel. Moreover, the thing that you are allergic to can be different from what you were tested with. So try to find what it is that you are using like bedsheets, or pillow covers, curtains, or room fresheners. It could be anything. If I were to treat you I would use Allegra 180 mg once a day for a few days as this will reduce your symptoms and allergic reaction. Hope this helps. Take care. |
I am 65 yrs of age and reciding in Pune India. I was taking Stamlo Beta for about five years and then our family physician changed that to Telma 40 in August 11 due certain disorder in Creataninine in Kidney Function. After taking Telma 40 for few days I had some giddyness and the medicine was changed to Telma H since about about six/seven months due to dual action on BP and Kidney function control. Now recently I visited some place Kolkata in India where ambient temp was very high and when I returnedd to Pune my BP was found low as 100/64. doctor advised to change to Telma40 and to take some energel powder after mixing with water. After taking Telma 40 again gidiness started and I stopped taking BP tablets since last one week and my present BP level is 120/80. Doctor advised if there is tendency to increase BP again to take Losar 25 in place of Telma40 due tomgiddyness problem. Pl advice. | Hello, Telmisartan and Losartan help in the long run by slowing down kidney damage, they also have beneficial effect on the heart. However, they are useful for the kidneys only if you have increased protein in the urine. What has been your BP during the times you've been giddy? If low BP is the cause maybe a smaller dose might work. Has your creatinine and potassium been checked recently. If not, check that. Regards |
Hi Im a male 28, I have a rash on my waist that I have had for a year and a half it has spread to my inner thigh area. It itches constantly I do my best not to scratch it but I still do I saw a Dr about a year ago for it. He said it was a fungus. He gave me some cream for it but I never went away help any tips would be greatfull | Hello, It seems to be a ringworm infection. I would recommend you to take a course of oral antifungals. I would recommend you to take tablet Terminating twice daily and apply fluconazole cream on the affected areas once daily. Also, take antihistamines like tablet Cetirizine once or twice daily depending on the intensity of itching. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Chat Doctor. |
I HAVE A KNEE INJURY THAT I SUSTAINED WHEN I WAS 16 NOW IT HAS BEEN YEARS AND IT KEEPS GETTING WORSE I HAVE MAJOR AMOUNTS OF PAIN DAILY AND IT LOCKS UP ON ME AND ALL KINDS OF THINGS IVE TRIED MEDICATIONS AND THEY DONT WORK AND EVERY TIME I GO TO THE HOSPITAL THEY GIVE ME REHAB WHICH DOESNT HELP AND SO I WANTED TO KNOW WHAT I NEED TO DO ABOUT A SURGERY OR ANYTHING LIKE THAT BECUASE ITS TO THE POINT NOW THAT IM LOOSING FEELING IN MY LOWER LEG WHICH THEY CANT EXPLAIN AND THEY PRETTY MUCH CANT EXPLAIN THE PAIN OR ANYTHING WITH MY ISSUES I NEED SERIOUS HELP WITH THIS BECAUSE I CANT BARE THIS PAIN ANYMORE | Hi, thank you for providing the brief history of you. A thorough musculoskeletal assessment is advised along with MRI of the knee joint. As you had injury of the knee in the past what type of injury was there needs an assessment, post which depending upon the fresh clinical and MRI assessment further plan can be taken. As medication are symptomatic relief and pain will be on and off for now and then. Also, undergoing a good physical therapy sessions and making the muscles stronger should help you. In case If the ligaments are torn after clinical and MRI assessment you may be recommended for a ligament reconstruction. In either of the case where you need surgery or not is totally dependable upon the fresh clinical assessment and MRI report. Pre- or post-surgery recovery will be directly proportional to the physical therapy and the muscle Strengthening. In my clinical experience majority pre and past knee injuries respond well to physical therapy after proper clinical and MRI assessment. RegardsJay In Chat Doctor. |
sir, my daughter is 19 months old. she was suffering from heavy caugh &cold along with fiver 20 days ago. doctor suggested ambrodil s with antebiotic and fivago. then given. caugh and fiver gone .now she is again suffering from caugh. can ambrodil be given for 3 ml thrise a day? | Hi.... By what you quote I feel what your kid could be having viral associated wheeze or multi triggered wheeze. I have a few questions for you -Questions |
I want to know abt capsule folvite mb.. im married and I dnt have baby ...is this tablets helpfull for pregnrncy..wen shuld I can take.. I have p.c.o.d problems itseems .. shuld I take folvite capsules... during pieords o after pierods .please answer me | Hi, You have POD problem. POD cause hormonal imbalance, ovarian dysfunction and menstrual irregularity. You should take proper treatment under advise of gynecologist after USG scan and ovarian follicle study. You can use folio MB before trying to get pregnant. But its should be used once your period become regular and after correction of hormonal imbalance. You can also ask for Progesterone pill in second half of period |
Dear Sir, Mr. Rishav Srivastava 17 Years old boy is suffering from Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma Cancer in left hand wrist. As it is 1.5 years old so metastatically sprayeded in Lungs. As per mention Chemotherapy details Doxorubicin drug is given in three cycles but after evaluation by CT scan of Thorax, it has found it does not removed Nodules and Tinny nodules from Thorax (Left/Right Lungs) nor effect on primary place. So, Lungs/Thorax Doctor has denied for lungs surgery due to none effect of Chemotherapy. Present Treatment | Hi. Alveolar soft part sarcoma is a very rare cancer and there is limited experience because of very few patients worldwide. Since the disease of Mr. Mishap Srivastava is metastatic, cure is probably not possible. If I am treating him, I will advise uniting tablet. Radiotherapy to primary is indicated if there is pain or bleeding at primary sit not controlled by conservative measures. I do not know of any evidence of benefit of Interferon Alpha in this disease. Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help |
I have back pain from an injury at work, pulling a patine out of a broken window. It was recently exacerbated by injections of Lidocaine to evaluate for possible ablation. I am currently on 300mg Gabapentin TID, increased from 200mg TID (increase started today.) I still dont know where or what the pain comes from, I have had a recent MRI that is inconclusive. Thank you,Tom Wichman YYYY@YYYY | Hi there. Taking simple Gabapentin alone probably will not relieve your symptoms. You might be suffering from strain to the back muscles. Firstly I would advise a period of bed rest for or about 2 weeks on a firm bed. This is the minimum time needed for healing. Take an analgesic with a muscle relaxant. Local analgesic gel a heat massage can be done. Avoid bending forward and lifting any sort of weight. Pregabalin is a good substitute for Gabapentin. I hope my advice has helped. Good luck |
My husband had a mrsa infection he was on antibiotics for two weeks the doctors said that it was ok for us to be intimate after all antibiotics were taken we were and now Im seeing little bumps around my vaginal in my crease of my pantie line & on my upper part right below my stomach could this be vaginal mrsa | Hi, Thanks for posting in Chat Doctor. I understand your concern. What problems you could be having causing bumps around vagina could be due to bacterial infection of external genitalia. Kindly take the following measures to overcome the symptoms. 1. Wash the area twice daily with warm water and mild antiseptic solution like Salon to keep your genitals clean and healthy. 2. You need to take a course of antibacterial medication like Metronidazole. 3. To control itching, you have to take Tablet. Levocetrizine once a day. Also apply Aureomycin with HY Chat Doctor. 4. Please wear loose fitting undergarments to avoid friction and abstain from sexual activities till the symptoms subside completely. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best. |
I m taking Vyvance, I started today, I took a 20 mg, nothing really, so I took a 30 mg 2-3 hours later, basically i m up to 130 mg, and still dont feel much, I m 5 11 and weigh 257 pounds, does that have something to do with the low affects. FYI | His had gone through your query. Vyvanse is psycho stimulant. It contains dextroamphetamine. Higher dose can be fatal and very dangerous for life. It has high addictive potential and there are reviews that suggest it is associated with psychiatric illness, or it may worsen it. So better to avoid it. Psychological evaluation is must and if require it would be better to decrease dose gradually for better future. Motivational and supportive psychotherapy can help. Consult psychiatrist and get help. Happy to help you further. Thank you |
I have been previously diagnosed with a kidney and bladder infection but i am having extreme pain under my rib cage and feel nauseated I have pin in my lower back more on my side I have a very bad headache that won`t go away i can`t take a deep breathe cause it hurts so much | Hello, Welcome to ChatDoctorBased on the history and symptoms it appears that you have UTI. Please get your routine urine test and urine culture done to find out the organisms causing this infection and antibiotics to which they are sensitive to. Take broad spectrum antibiotics like \u010ceferin along with urinary antiseptic like Nitrofurantoin twice daily and urine alkalizer thrice daily. Later on switch on to appropriate antibiotics as per culture report. Chat Doctor. Thank you. |
Hi there. I m a twenty year old female. It seems I ve contracted a rash . I ve had shingles before, when I was 10, but I m assuming this is not the case since it s not only one one side - and though extremely itchy and slightly tingling , there isn t much pain until I scratch it. The rash(es) are scattered, but the bumps aren t clustered - some of the bumps are close together and some are a few inches apart. The bumps themselves look more like pimples . They ve been scabing, looking like they ll heal, but the just continue to spread. When spreading, the rash always starts on the left side, then moves to the right. So far, affected areas are | Hi, Thanks for writing in. The condition can be popular urticaria, lichen plans, scabies etc. A visit to dermatologist will allow proper assessment of severity of rashes and prescription medicines. You can take tab. Cetirizine once a day for itching.Also, you can apply good quality moisturizer twice/thrice a day. Hope this helps. I will be available for any further clarification you need. Regards Chat Doctor. |
I have Hashimoto Encephalopathy of the brain and I am on 120 mg of prednisone each Sunday (which is push therapy.) but the nuerologist is thinking of redusing the prednisone and adding azathriprone . I was just wondering with the AZA drug would you be able to tan. I love the sun and live in Arkansas and was just wondering. I also have a colostomy bag (4 years now) permanent and also MS and also take phenebarbitol for a seizure disorder but have not had one in over 20 years. The nuero I have had heard on HE but had never met anyone that had it until he met me so does not know a lot about it so we are doing trial and error and we have a facebook page and he has me print things off when I see him every three months. I know that the prednisone is not good for me so was just thinking of something else to tell him. It will be 2 years this Sept since I have been on prednisone every week. | Hello, I read carefully your question. Hashimoto encephalopathy is an autoimmune disease which is associated with thyroiditis. Patients with this condition respond most of the time very well to the corticosteroid therapy, and that's why the condition is also known as steroid responsive encephalopathy associated with autoimmune thyroiditis. In the cases that the steroid therapy isn't successful, immunosuppresses are used like azathioprine, methotrexate, cyclophosphamide or even plasmapheresis or intravenous immunoglobulins. When taking azathioprine, like any other immunosuppress, one must be very careful about the skin, because the risk of suffering from skin cancer is greater during this kind of treatment. You have to use very high sun protection (over 30 UV factors), avoid sunbathing especially the midday hours (11am-3pm). Also, even if you're getting good care of your skin you have to control frequently, every week) if there are changes in your ski, and you have to report any skin lesion or new scars to your doctor and the dermatologist. I hope I've been of help. You can contact me again for further questions, I would be pleased to assist you. |
last night i had a few drink while out with some friends and my chest started to feel really tight, i felt throbbing around where my heart is and it got very difficult to breathe. so i sobered up and it got mostly better so i thought it was just a weird fluke and tried to have another drink and then it started up again. so i stopped drinking and made the connection. but then i was at work today and it happened again. i am only 20 years old, i often get respiratory infections but i have not had problems with my heart before... what could this be? | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, you are mostly having HERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). It is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause the symptoms of chest pain, chest tightness, pressure etc. Alcohol cause more laxity of the sphincter. So alcohol makes your symptoms worse. So quit alcohol as soon as possible. Avoid stress and tension. Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. Take proton pump inhibitors and prokinetic Chat Doctor. You will mostly improve with all these. No need to worry about heart diseases because you are too young (20 years) for this. Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. |
I have a tooth that should have been pulled a few years ago - the bottom right eyetooth or is it the stomach?? It is very loose and the gum is very swollen and I cant chew on it. What can I do naturally because I have no insurance or money right now? I HAVE NO MONEY | Hello, I am sorry to hear that you are experiencing discomfort. You are describing an infection. A spreading infection is serious and needs attention. This can be detrimental to your overall health. You can take anti-inflammatory medication and rinse the area with warm saltwater. If you apply light pressure and have a pocket of pus release that can reduce pressure. Rinse the area well. Do not try to chew in the area. You may have a dental clinic in your area or a dental school that would provide care. Your next consideration is to visit an emergency room in a hospital. Antibiotics given by prescription will help control the spread of infection. You will still be referred to a dentist or oral surgeon for an extraction. Please seek attention soon. |
My baby is 4 months (Female), 5.70 kg. She was on antibiotiMy baby is 4. months (Female), She was on antibiotic treatment as the stool report indicated 25 pus cells and RBC. But after 5 day treatment of antibiotic, we again tested her stool. Now it indicates 40 pus cells and RBC 15 in the stool report. Kindly guide us as to what must have happened to my baby. Eager to hear from you. Please... | Hi.... pus cells in the stool routine examination is a normal finding. I as a pediatrician would have never started on any antibiotic for this reason. I suggest you stop all the antibiotics. If the reason for you to go to your doctor has been loose stools, I reassure you that this is also a normal phenomenon in this age group. Unless the kids having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry. Regards - |
My 9 year old daughter is down with high fever. Today is day 4. She has 101.6 fever. Today her fever suddenly shot to 103.5. After cold sponging it came down to 101.6. Cold and blocked nose. No other symptom. Pls advise what should be the dose of Meftal P | Hi, very sorry to hear about your child. Please don't ignore the fever if the temperature is above 100F and continuous for 4 days. Only cold sponging might not help the condition. High fever associated with cold and nasal blockage are suggestive of flu, viral infection, common cold or respiratory infection. Keep her warm and well HY Chat Doctor. Continue tepid sponging and also give antipyretic like Cal pol or Metal P depending on her weight. If it doesn't help, consult Pediatrician or Physician. |
Hello,I am 32 year old male,3 months back I have married but still no hope for baby.my sperm count is normal.My wife 1 year before marriage was taking pain killer (because of lower abdomen pain during menses).But from last one year she left taking pain killers.Is taking Coq forte /ubiq300/siotone a good option for conceive a child?.Please suggest. | Hello, Thanks for the query. Chances of conception within 1 year of regular unprotected intercourse is as high as 85%. You are married just 3 months back. Just have patience. Since your semen analysis is normal there are high chances of conception. I recommend you to get an ultrasonography of your wife to rule out pathology causing chronic pain abdomen. Ask her to start folic acid tablets, healthy balanced diet and moderate exercise. Wish you good luck regards, Chat Doctor. |
reddish bump on top of glans. actually have had it for 25 years but more obvious now. noticed it after having sex with a girl that seemed to have a bump on uppermost part of vagina ...maybe friction caused it. Also have another issue, meatus has been enlarging upwards, its now twice as long as 40 years, dermatologist advised me it was stretching.... | Hi, welcome to Chat Doctor forum. Previously it might be the growth, and now probably it got infected, and there is possibility of growing more. I advise you to consult a dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment. The meats, you have observed now only, it would have stretched long before slowly to this size, and you need not worry about it. Take more of green leafy vegetables, pulses, sprouts, and protein rich foods to maintain a good health. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you. |
sir, my sis 35y/married presented with h/o sudden onset sewelling all around face, body 7-8 days duration a/w oliguria ,past his.h/o sore throat infection 2wks back, no other any significant personel n family his, work up done by urologist , shows urine re protein 4plus, ASO titer slight raised, usg kidney N, renal fn within normal limit.diagnosed as nephrotic syn Rx getting prdnisolone 60 mg, lasix 40mg TDS, augmentin 625mg BD.she is responding on steroid.seeeking for further evaluation by ephrologist n further management at varanasi. what is prognosis? | Hi, welcome to Chat Doctor. You are one of the rare few who has provided all the important details! I suspect you are a healthcare worker yourself. You are right in that your sister needs to see a nephrologist (not urologist) ASAP. She needs to have a 24\u00a0hour urine protein estimation and possibly a renal biopsy for diagnosis. The two differential diagnosis here are IGA Nephropathy and Post Infectious Glomerulonephritis. Only a biopsy can differentiate the two or clarify if the problem is something totally different. I am very wary of doctors treating empirically with steroids without proper diagnosis. We can prognosticate only if we have a biopsy confirmed result. However, if the proteinuria has settled already, we are in a dilemma whether to biopsy or not?? Don't waste time and see a nephrologist pronto. I don't know who is near you at Varanasi, you will have to find out. Feel free to come back with anymore queries. Best wishes. |
Hi Doc, I am 22 years old, weighing 76 kgs and a patient of PCOS and was advised to take metformin 850 mg which did not suit my stomach i.e i got loose stools , nauseous feeling, I took around total of 10-12 tablets of metformin and then discontinued because of its side effects, that month i got my periods on time, but the next month again my periods were missing, I consulted another gynae and she prescribed me Primolut Nor 10 mg for 5 days, after that I got a withdrawl bleeding on the 5th day after finishing the doses of Primolut. Now today is the 7th day of my cycle as per the start date of withdrawl bleeding, and my gynae prescribed me Diane 35, for my acne , as well as to help me with PCOS and also because I dont want to get pregnant for now. Can i start Diane 35 today (i.e 7th day of withdrawl bleeding started) ?? Will i be fully protected against pregnancy after 7 days of taking Diane 35 ?? and can i take metformin along with diane 35? Will metformin lessen the contraceptive effectiveness of Diane 35 ?? Because my gynae said I should continue taking less dose of metformin along with diane 35 and get used to metformin side effects. And i have heard that Diane 35 can gain weight, is that true ?? Thanks in Advance | Hi, It is true that Metformin is a very valuable Chat Doctor. You can take it with food to lessen the side effects. Diane 35 is usually started on day one initially, yet, you may start it now. Please remember that the first couple of cycles of any contraceptive pill are not completely safe and additional protection is needed. Metformin does not inhibit the contraceptive effect of the pill. You should space the two medications. Please try to achieve a healthy BMI and do regular exercise. Take care. |
Please type your query here. Since this query is directed to our panel of specialists and super-specialists, please mention your problem in as much detail as possible. Do not forget to highlight your Age, Gender, Medical History and Treatment History of the problem you are facing.dear dr i have a very close friend,he was a giornalist in war countries....recently a brain tumor was removed,but dr found a chemical substance in the blood possibly radioactive from bombing etc.we are in love and hes planning to move to my country so we finally be together..i love him very much,but im worried..my question is | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You should not worry about contracting radioactive substance. No need to worry about that. Intercourse has no relation with chemical or radioactive substance spreading. So don't worry about that. Just be relaxed. 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. |
i have bad knees and i tend to over-do the cardio, and have recently pulled a groin muscle, but it was only a minor pull so i only slowed down on the cadio. my leg got worse, so i had to stop. the muscle pull is almost healed, but i feel a lot of pain in my knee and shin. but at night if i twist my foot inward the pain goes away. is this pain from my thigh, knee or shin | Hello, The pain is due to faulty biomechanics of the foot placement while doing cardio. Since you over did it the muscles on the front of your leg overworked, hence the pain. As a treatment you need to get assessed by a physical therapist for the correction of the foot placement and strengthening of concerned musclesAlso it would've good if you get the footwear checked for were and tear. For the while reduce the cardio intensity to prevent pain at knee and siphon packs on the joint will provide some pain relief hope this helps you thank you |
Hello, I have had fluctuating wbc and platelets for the past few years. They seem to get lower than normal and on the next check up go back to normal. After my last check, my dr put me on prednisone for 14 days (currently on), and he also mentioned doing a bone marrow biopsy. Should I be worried? Is the biopsy necessary in this case? Other than the blood tests I have no symptoms of anything being wrong. | Hello, THX to contact us. If I am your treating doctor I would like to advice you that biopsy is necessary in your case to diagnose which causes fall in the platelets and WBC. Any cause which causes fluctuation in the platelets and WBC for about a year requires a biopsy to rule out the cause. Many a time autoantibody is present against the megakaryocytes, which may cause fluctuation in platelets and WBC this cases is ruled out by the biopsy. If you have anything else to ask please contact me. Than. Chat Doctor |
hi dr.... I am XXXXXXXX......my daughter is suffering from asthama problem......now she got cold and cough and also feaver from last two days....feaver coming every 8hrs.......she was very restless so i had given her cypon syrup now...and after 15 min she got the fever so i gave her ibugesic syrup 5 ml...she is fast a sleep...is there any problem giving the cypon?? | Hi Rural, As your daughter is already an asthma patient, you need to take extra precautions to avoid cold and cough. Now she is having fever means there is associated infection may be lung infection[as there is cold and cough]. Giving only eugenic syrup which is painkiller, will not help. We need to find out the cause for fever and treat the cause [i.e. lung infection-bacterial/viral]. Cold and cough in asthma patient tend to trigger the asthma attack. So take extra precaution. Start steam inhalation. You can continue Capon syrup which is decongestant. I would still suggest consult pediatrician, to treat cause for fever and prevent imminent asthma attack. I would recommend following things to avoid asthma related problem. Good hygiene can decrease viral infections such as colds. Prevent the spread of cold viruses by making sure you and your family members wash your hands regularly. Another way to protect yourself is to get a flu vaccine every year. Like colds, the flu is caused by a virus and can trigger asthma problems. Take care. Best regards, |
My doc took a stool sample and results showed Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureu bacteria present. She prescribed Bactrim which I had an allergic reaction to. But before I try another antibiotic can you please tell me if these intestinal bacteria can go away on their own without using and antibiotic??? | Hello, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I understand your health concern, if I am your doctor I suggest you that Staphylococcus aureus is the communal flora or normal flora of the gastrointestinal tract. Sometimes they may isolate as pathogenic bacteria, but it requires clinical correlation. So if it is clinically suspected than it requires a treatment. Though they do not spread buy infection cause by them are localized and serious. I will be happy to answer all your future concern. Thank you, ChatDoctorInfectious disease specialist. Wish you the best health at Chat Doctor. |
Hi, my son in nearing to complete his 6 months. What all foods i can try with. How to process the fruits and veggies before feeding him. Please give me the list of fruits and veggies that can be given. And what all cereals can we start with. Also any tip to make kids like all the foods. | Hi... Thank you for consulting in Chat Doctor. Your kids birth weight and current weight are absolutely superb. My congratulations on it. At this age you can start giving Carla stage one rice or Nestum rice stage 1 etc. All are same in calories and energy. Only thing is palatability which is subjective for each kid. Other home-made food options will be - 1. Deal and rice well cooked and made into a oatmeal along with ghee2. Boiled apple or banana and mashed into a paste.3. Any made cereal oatmeal preparation with additional ghee added. Remember certain principles like -1. Add one food material / cereal or fruit per week. This will be useful because if he develops vomiting or diarrhea, we will know what to avoid.2. Add vegetables and fruits made into a paste surely to avoid constipation.3. Do not add too much sugar as it may cause diarrhea. Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Chat Doctor are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health. |
hi my 3 years old girl developed a small rash on chest under her chin 7 days ago,she then had high temperature for 3 days along with all this she had smal bumps all over her arms looks like she had been sunburnt up both arms but hasnt been in sun will this dissapear? | Hi... I feel by what you quote he should be having a - Hand Foot Mouth disease. This is one viral illness among all other anthems which can cause fever followed by rash over palms and soles. It is a self-limiting disorder and itching can be really worrisome. I suggest you use any over the counter antihistamine if you have one with you now. You can use HY Chat Doctor. This can even cause some peeling of skin in the next 4-6 weeks and do not worry about it. Regards - |
Hi. I was recently diagnosed with HVS 2 on Nov.4, The OB lasts 4 weeks. At the same time , I developed other vulvla issues like post inflammatory hyopopigmentation, and Lichen simplex chronicous. Plus another doc believe the LSC could be lichen sclerosis despite a biospy. i used a hydrocortozone cream and now 3 days later, my 2 ob. I have never had these issues before being infected by my ex with HSV 2 in Oct. I truly believe HSv 2 brought upon these other conditions. Im not diabetic, no thyroid issues, heart conditions, or chlorestorial problems. Do you think it is quite possible hsv brought these other issues on? | Thanks for posting your query to Chat Doctor .HSV is a viral infection and your other complaint are not related to any kind of infection, but these may be developed because of some kind of stimulation. These issues are not directly related to HSV, but lichen simplex develop whenever there is chronic irritation, rubbing or scratching of area. by no need to worry as these can be easy o treat and cured .but you need to confirm the diagnosis about lichen.thanks. |
Hi I am a 23 year old female who has been having headaches so I had my doctor order a ct scan but I know its going Tongans a while because of insurance . But I was wondering could I contact the doctor or insurance company to expediate the process? I am concerned it could began anerysm is that something I should tell them to take an extra look at? I am a non smoker and I dont know much medical history other then my mother father and aunts and uncles and there are no cases there? Is it uncommon for peoe my age to develope those conditions? | Hello, aneurysms at a very young age may be associated with a family history, illicit Chat Doctor. It would be very uncommon for the average 23-year-old individual to have an aneurysm. Unless you've got headaches that |
I hav 7 yrs old daughter and Im trying for almost 4 yrs for a second baby but still not succeed yetIm on lezra nowI hav taken clomid n also tried IUIN also gone through DNCTaken prolifen duphasten and etcIm now very depressedMay be Im suffering from PCOMy doctor suggest me for laparoscopy | Dear member, Thanks for writing. You have not mentioned age of yourself and your husband. With increased age chances of having poor ovarian response to Chat Doctor. Are semen parameters of husband normal? ? Laparoscopy and hysteroscopy along with checking for patency of fallopian tubes should give a more clear picture. If everything is normal including blood tests for ovarian reserve and still after 5_6 cycle of Closed with FSH, and GUI fails then IVF with CSI is an option. Please keep faith. Infertility treatment requires abundant patience from patient as well as the doctor. Write back if any queries. |
I have had a gastric band for about 4 years and and for the last few weeks I have been having a stitch like pain in my upper left side around my rib cage whicChatDoctores and goes. I am not sure if it is related to the band or not but can become quite uncomfortable. | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Stitch like pain in left side of chest is commonly seen in heart diseases and pleurisy (inflammation of pleura). So get done ECG and 2d echo to rule out heart diseases. Most common cause for pleurisy is lung infection. So get done chest x-ray to rule out lung infection. If all these are normal than no need to worry about heart diseases and pleurisy. Then possibility of gastric band related pain is more. So consult gastroenterologist and get done upper GIs copy to rule out this. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. |
i had bilateral hernia surgery last Tuesday and now my testicles are not only swollen but almost black with bruising. My testicular pain and discomfort is much worse than from the incisions. Is the bruising so serious that I should go to an emergency room? | HelloThanks for your query. You have bruising and swelling of both the testicles after surgery of Bilateral Inguinal Hernia. The swelling of the testicles is common after hernia surgery, but the bruising needs to be taken seriously. It could be due to hematoma in scrotal sac, Please consult your operating surgeon and get ultrasound scanning of the scrotum done to rule out presence of blood clots in scrotum. If turns out to be positive you may need to Chat Doctor. You need to take broad spectrum antibiotic like \u010ceferin along with anti-inflammatory |
i took crestor for about 6 months- 10 mg- since going off of it i have had heart palpations usuallyat nite- went to emerg room on memorial day weekend- they admitted me for 2 days said it was ad -fib- i think it was the crestor...i now take pravastin but still have the heart skips at nite also am taking a beta blocker and blood thinner now because of the skips pooling blood and do not want a stroke from it? what do you think? | I read your question carefully, and I understand your concern. Crestor is a lipid lowering Chat Doctor. So it was not the cause. If you have Aphid (atrial fibrillation) then it certainly does explain the heart skips, it is a type of heart rhythm abnormality. The beta blocker aims to control the rate of the heart but still may feel some palpitations. As for the stroke prevention, you have every right to be concerned, Aphid is one of the main causes of stroke. For that matter taking a blood thinner to prevent it is essential. As for comments on the choice of the blood thinner (there are different types) and the dosage it is hard to make any suggestion since you do not say which blood thinner have you started and the dosage. I would be happy to approve or make suggestions if you provide more information. I hope to have been of help. |
Hello Sir! I have been suffering low back pain,with sciatica and numbness in both legs and arms!IFT and ultra sound treatments were given frequently!But i am not relieved of back pain!Doctor s diagnised Degenerative disc disease and L4-L5 disc prolapse for which finally operative measures are to be taken!I am 48 yrs old!Will it be a relief for me if the disc is removed?Thank you, RadhaMohan | Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor. After going through your query in my opinion it is a degenerative spine witChatDoctorpressive symptoms. Rest in position of relief, Cartilage D once daily, NUROKIND GOLD ONCE DAILY and analgesics (DICLOFENAC 100 MG SLOW RELEASE TABLETS) give relief. Sometimes vitamin D deficiency can aggravate this so serum vitamin D test is advised if it is lower than vitamin D supplementation will be required. Yes, sciatica and numbness will be relieved by disc removal. Backache may or may not be removed. I think your query answered. Welcome to any follow-up query. |
My husband has Cirrhosis and Oesophageal Varices. Two days ago he suffered a massive haemorrhage from the varices. They have been banded, doctor says the varices are huge. Next week they wish to band them again. How reliable is this treatment in proventing further bleeding. I am very worried about more bleeds. Thank you. | HIT hank for the choosing ChatDoctorI really understand you worry, but this is the only method by which immediate bleeding can be stopped, what ever other method are there they all are surgical procedures, infiltrate the bleeder with almond oil is older method, now the bleeder can be sealed with, \"Cynoacrylate\" with special device, but more or less all are giving the same results, take care of your husband, bye. |
I am an 82 yr old female, basically in good health, other than CLL, beginning osteoperosis. Two years ago, I had a bladder tumor removed and to date, no additional problems show up in check-ups. Right now, I flank pain on my right side; bad enough to keep me awake at night, but not what I d call severe. About 12 years ago, I had a bad reaction to iodine contrast agent which showed up as rash on my abdomen and severe pain in my right kidney. I received benydryl which reduced the pain and within a day or so, all had cleared up. 6 weeks ago, I had a sharp pain in my lower back when I was urinating, but it went away quickly, and md said I may have passed a stone. When I began having a steady ache on right side of my lower back, my urologist scheduled a CAT scan; results showed no problem with kidney or UT etc. That was 2 weeks ago, and I still have the flank pain. My PCP doesn t seem to know which specialist to send me to. Any ideas? | Hello, I have studied your case with diligence. As per your age and history there can be spine degeneration with disc bulge leading to back pain. Yes you need MRI spine to confirm diagnosis and proper management. At old age there can be degenerative wear of bones, muscles, ligament and facet joint arthritis, due to deficiency of calcium, vitamin D, IT B12.so supplements of these nutrients can relieve pain. Check your bone strength with DEXA SCAN and you can start medication according to level of osteoporosis, And also check your it B12 and it D3 level. I will advise you to do regular physiotherapy and exercises as my patients find much relief by these therapies. You may consult physiotherapist for guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case you need to take diet rich in calcium and vitamin D. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. If you find this answer helpful do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion. Wishing you good health. Take care. |
My name is Somnath and I am from Bangalore.Recently my uncle(age 51) got diagnosed by Transverse myelitis. He has lost sensation in his both legs and unable to walk.He is been treated in Bangalore Narayana Hrudayalaya hospital.He has responded well for the steroids and his spinal inflammation is reduced. But he is still unable to walk (Its been 12 days after detection). He is undergoing physiotherapy and we hope he get better.We are very much worried about his recovery and your words and experience will give hope to us.How much time will it take to get his senses back ? | Hi Thanks for using Chat Doctor Forum, Prognosis for complete recovery in transverse myelitis patients is generally in lower side, but some patients experience full recovery. The recovery period generally begins between 2 and 12 weeks after onset, and can continue for up to 2 years. Do not make him depressed, give positive words and regular medication will do benefit in life. I Hope I Provided Useful Information. Do ask Further Questions to help You get well soon. Regards Chat Doctor. Kingston John David |
hello doctor, my son age is 8 years, he has abdonal pain from last 6 years. last 28th janurary he got sufferd from typhoid high grade fever for 10 days, now the abdomen pain having much. his stool test showing PUS CELLS- PRESENT (STRAY) and also CANDIDA BODIES - PRESENT(+), his CT SCAN of lower abdomen has done on 02/03/2014 and the said test is normal. so whats is the cause of pain ? | Hello said that pain abdomen is for last 6 years. I want to know the character of pain1) Is it severe enough to disturb his daily activities or sleep2) Is it associated with vomitting3)What is the frequency of pain abdomen4) Is it occurs in morning hours only(at the time when he gets ready to go to school5) Is there any association with food6) Is he growing with normal Pacino pain abdomen for last 6 years without associated symptoms(as you have not mentioned the other symptoms I assume it to be not there)is very unlikely. Stool positive for pus cells may be due to present infection. But this does not explain such long history. Normal CT scan rules out any intra-abdominal lymphadenopathy or anatomical abnormalities. I would suggest you to give him some antibiotic after consulting your doctor and to get the answers of the question mentioned above. If it is, there then discuss it with your physicianRegards |
My marriage is going four years still now i didn\"t get pregency.I have Thyroid problem for that i am taking medicine{Thyronorm 25mcg} other thing is fine.My husband have some semen problem after taking injection his semen is {52mill}.So what is the reason for not conceving. | Hi, Thanks for writing to Chat Doctor. Inspite of your thyroid problem if your cycles are normal the chances of pregnancy are more. I suggest you to get your follicular study done to know you are ovulating or not and timing. Discuss with your doctor regarding use of ovulation inducing Chat Doctor. This will help multiple follicles to mature and rupture. Thus increasing chances of pregnancy. Low sperm count is cause of infertility. Normal count is more than 20million /ml. Not only count motility and pH and abnormal sperms also matter. So get thorough examination of your husband. Ask him to reduce weight, ware loose undergarment and stop smoking and alcohol. Hope I have been helpful. Regards |
Hello. 4 out of my 5 lumbar discs are herniated, and there is a tumor sitting right on top of the first herniation. It is extremely painful. I was wondering how common is it to have 4 out of 5 of the lumbar discs herniated and how common are tumors on the spine please. | Herniation of disc is most common in lumbar vertebra L4/ L5 AND L5/S1. Multiple disc herniation may occur it depend on cause of herniation ex trauma, old age. Disc herniation cause severe pain along root compression. 3 to 4 disc herniation are common. Tumor are very common is spinal cord. It may be intramedullary or outside spinal cord, can cause spinal cord compression. You van consult neurosurgeon. If severe pain, motor weakness, sensory loss then surgical treatment. If only mild pain then you can take amitriptyline 10 mg to relief pain |
I am a 26 year old white male, and when I was 10, I was put on a drug called Concerta to treat A.D.D. I was on the drug for 2 years, and after coming off of it, I noticed i had developed a minor to moderate case of Gynocomastia. Even after diet and exercise, and doing natural bodybuilding, the problem has never gone away, and has scarred me mentally to this day. I have heard other reports of the same thing involving the use of Concerta. Could this drug be the culprit? If so could the company who made Concerta be looking at some lawsuits? | Dear patient Concert contains methylphenidate which is prescribed for ADHD and has known side effect of gynecomastia. This is benign non-cancerous enlargement of male breast. Best way to get rid of this condition is surgical reduction of breast size. Medication are not found effective in reducing gynecomastia. You need to consult expert surgeon nearby area and get yourself examined and opined. All the best. |
Am 20 yrs old.i have been on the minigynon pill for couple months now onn n off so i was off for a week before my period n after my period i decided not to take it again i have had unprotected sex three times for the week n now experiencing tender nipples/sore tired n having sickness in the middle of the night could i be pregnant?? | Hi, I understand your concern. Tender & sore nipples, sickness are suggestive of pregnancy. Specially after having unprotected sex after normal period. If it was around ovulation. . Day. (Ovulation day is 14 days before the expected date of menses)But Such symptoms are seen in hormonal imbalance too. So though your symptoms suggest pregnancy but needs to be confirmed by urine pregnancy test after 8 days delay in periods. Thanks. |
my husband was bitten by an insect, it looked like an ant to us, he has red splotches all over his body and has a fever. He also has a cough which he has before the bite. what can we do? At the site of the bite it is red a large area, but it seems to be fading. | HI THANKS FOR POSTING YOUR HEALTH QUERY. A INSECT BITE USUALLY LEADS TO UNDUE ALLERGIC/ANAPHYLACTIC REACTIONS DEPENDING ON THE SPECIES AND THE CHEMICAL RELEASED DURING THE BITE.BY GOING THROUGH YOUR CLINICAL HISTORY, IT SEEMS PRUDENT THAT YOUR HUSBAND HAS MILD TO MODERATE SYSTEMIC UPSET.THIS IS CLEAR BY THE COUGH AND FEVER.THESE SYMPTOMS CAN BE MANAGED BY LONG ACTING ANTIHISTAMINES EX TAB DESLORATIDININE 10\u00a0mg.steroids like in HY Chat Doctor. IT CAN EVEN REVERSE THE BRONCHOCONSTRICTION(airway narrowing) AND REDUCE THE COUGHING.ANTIPYRETIC LIKE PARACETAMOL CAN HELP TO REDUCE FEVER.SINCE THE RED AREA SEEMS TO BE FADING YOU CAN BE REST ASSURED.refractory or severe cases can be managed with in.a |
I have 10 months old child when he was for day old he had fits and then after four months again he suffered from fits. but not he taking treatment with a neuroligist but still today he didnt have one. But he is moving his hand and legs very well but still not started to crawl. When we make him stnd he keeps on jumping and climbing up. Is there any problem | No not at all. Crawling usually started on 3 -6 months of age. At 6 month babies are usually sitting on the floor without any support and around 10 months of age they try to stand and walk with some support. According to your history the baby shows appropriate developmental stage. So do not worry. Fits may be due to febrile convulsions which may not need any treatment and usually resolve after 5 year of age.(But history is not sufficient to tell whether it is febrile convulsions) |
..i am 24 years old man,and i am patient of enlarge spleen from 5 years.many doctors only give me maleria tablets.when i take tablet then spleen decrease and if i leave the tablet for some days then agian starts increase.when i eat pure ghee,and lassi i feel pain in spleen .pls solve my problems. | Hi thanks for posting your query on Chat Doctor .as per your clinical history you seem to have \"TROPICAL SPLENOMEGALY SYN Chat Doctor. Other blood tests like complete blood counts, and ultrasound abdomen will be useful in guiding the therapy. The exact duration of therapy depends on the local or geographic data about the malarial parasite endemicity. Probably lifelong therapy is proved effective. Relapses are quite frequent with discontinuation of therapy. |
Myself satish. I went for Elisa in pvt lab . CMIA METHOD VALUE OBSERVED 0.07S/CO BIOLOGICAL REFERENCE INTERVAL - NON REACTIVE | Hello, THX to contact us. I understand your concern. If I am your doctor I advise you that if it is 4th generation dual test ELISA its result is considered to be significant. But in case of 3rd generation ELISA it is non-significant, and it should be repeated after 90 days to confirm the result. I will be happy to answer more of your concerns, kindly know me, Wish you a very good health at Chat Doctor. Chat Doctor. Infectious Disease. |
my husband age is 30 and he is a driver,now he is suffering back pain could you please me the reason and solutionPlease write your health query. Also mention your age, height, weight and medical history. A detailed query is important to get you a relevant answer from the doctor. | Hi, thank you for posting. I have gone through your query and I understand your concerns. His symptoms are caused by lumbar arthritis. Arthritis causes pain and numbness. To determine the diagnosis the following tests are necessary |
my resting blood pressure and pulse rate have been relatively low for the last few weeks, currently around 110/50 and 50bpm , I have been experiencing bouts of lightheadedness, blurry vision and tiredness, especially after exercise. I can barely do my resistance training cause the weights take the energy right out of me. | Hello! Thank you for asking on Chat Doctor! Your symptoms may be related to deny Chat Doctor. I recommend consulting with the GP for a careful physical examination, a resting ECG and perform some lab test like |
I am 3 months pregnant and about 2 weeks ago noticed a small rash on the leftside of my neck. I have scratched it so bad, it seems to have spread all over my chest. It is red, unbearably itchy, and bumpy. I notice when I am in the sun, it gets even more itchy. What should I do? | Hi, It may be contacted allergic dermatitis most probably. However, consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. There may be some allergens responsible for the disease like soap, detergent, perfume, house dust, house dust mite, pollen, clothes... so on... As there is pregnancy, you should avoid oral treatment. Apply mild steroid cream. And avoid contact with suspected allergens. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care. Chat Doctor. |
I have sever abdominal pain just right at my ribcage under my right breast. An endocopy (bad spelling) showed irritation where the espogous enters the tummy. Also a scan said that there was possible blockage in the passage from the bile duct to the pancreitious. Is any of this possibly serious? I was recently in the ER for pancrititus. SORRY I AM SO BAD AT SPELLING MEDICAL WORDS! | HiT hanks for posting your query. I think that obstruction to passage from bile duct to pancreas is the cause of your pain abdomen. Such kind of obstruction can happen if there are stones in the gall bladder. There is no need to worry, but the treatment may require surgical removal of gall bladder. So consult your doctor now and get ERCP which will give a thorough picture of your problem. Any clarifications don't hesitate to ask. Always ready to help you. Regards. |
HI,i am a mother of 3.1/2 year old daughter. Last 3 months she has a prolonged cough and cold and last 1 monthshe has continuous fever.she had admitted at hospital for 4 days and become cure but after few days she has again fever from last 1 week and she has also earache. my daughter is giong to school and said its common inevery children in their 1st year of school.we r staying in saudi arab.so plz kindly give some advice what i will do foe her complete cure.my daughter is underweight and she was also a low birth weight baby. plz give some advice | Hi, From history it seems that there might be having recurring respiratory tract infection due to coming in contact with this type of infection. As she is weak and low weight she might be more prone to infection due to weak immune system. But seeing the symptoms she requires some investigations to rule out primary complex. Go for, x-ray chest, complete blood testing with TC, DC, ESR. Montoux test. Ok and take care |
sir i have a sensorineural hering loss in both ears, left more than rt is there any treatment available. i want to recover in almost 5-6 months, as i hav to appear for medicals in aviation cadre losses r like right ear 30db at 3k, 45db at 4k, 30db at 6k, 35db at 8k left ear 45db at 3k, 55db at 4k, 70db at 6k, 55db at 8k weather ayurveda treatment is available for this i hav a history of being exposed to sudden loud noise of guns, now as i m away for last one month i had an improvement in audiogram as rt ear 30 db at 4k, instead of 45 earlier left ear 35 db at4k against 55 db earlier and 45 at 8k against 55 | Hello, There is effective, assured treatment for sensorineural hearing loss in Ayurveda. There are procedures (panchakarma treatments) which are done to strengthen inner ear and vestibulococlear nerve. So its helpful even in the case of degeneration. You can use medicated oil (karma tail) which has to be put into ears. But you have to consult an Ayurvedic physician for complete treatment. To avoid these type of problems, as a preventive care, Ayurvedic daily regimens (dinacharya) suggest putting oils into ears (karma Purana) daily. This is the best method to keep your ears healthy and sharp even in old age. Wishing you good health |
Hi, can I answer your health question? Please type your question here... I have very weak bones and I have been told I am not a candidate for surgery due to my situation. I have scolosis and I am on the prolia shot. I would like to know if stem cell would help build bones. | Hello, To increase strength of your bones stem cells are not helpful. Regular physical activity, Calcium rich diet such as milk and milk products, Vitamin D3 supplements should be incorporated into your diet to maintain bone strength. Recent years Recombinant parathyroid hormone is given in injection form in severe osteoporosis patients to increase Bone mass. Bisphosphates are also known to decrease bone resorption. Stem cells are used when bone is not uniting or for cartilage defects. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
Hi i have been having severe cervical spine pain for a few months, i had a ct that showed degenerative disc disease c1-c7, recently i have been having alot of urinary problems waxing and waning between difficult to start and poor pressure to 19 times a day and full pressure, now my blood pressure is high 153/102 in left arm and 144/92 in right arm, i also have spells where my legs get weak, i have nausea and get shaky. does any of this tie together? | Hello, I have studied your case and your report. For these symptoms analgesic and neurotrophic medication can be started. Till time, avoid lifting weights. You can consult physiotherapist for help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and inferential therapy will give quick relief. I will advise checking your it B12 and it D3 level. If nerve compression becomes symptomatically severe then surgical decompression will give permanent relief. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care. |
My mom has tight, compressed feeling in her chest when she bends over. She has a very stressful job, and shes had a minor heart attack a little over a year ago. She says its not the same kind of pain, but Im worried. What could be going on? -worried daughter | Hello dear, thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your mothers situation and problem. Since, she had history of minor heart attack and stressful life, better to rule out heart disease first for her symptoms. So get done1. ECG2. 2d echo. If both are normal then no need to worry about cardiac cause. Chest tightness is mostly due to stress and anxiety. So ask her to avoid stress and tension. Be relax and calm. She may need anxiolytic Chat Doctor. So don't worry, she will be alright. |
I started taking Levothyroxine in Dec. 2013 (25 MCG). In Feb. 2014 it was increased to 50 MCG. About a week after starting at the higher dose I started experiencing severe leg cramps when I retired for the night. They are so bad that I can not lay on either side and am constantly jumping out of bed because of the cramping. Prior to taking this medication I had no problem with leg cramps. I stopped taking the medication 3 days ago and find the cramping is subsiding considerably. | Hi I am Chat Doctor. . In my opinion yes I think it's the cause of your severe leg cramps but indirectly as a lot of studies say that it decreases the bone density and thus alters serum calcium and other minerals . For now I suggest some lab investigation to diagnose mineral level in blood for proper evaluation and management, However, estrogen use appeared to negate the adverse effects of thyroid hormone on bone mineral density. I think you may need to decrease dosing or ask your endocrinologist for the best alternative for your case that suits your body requirements. Please click THANK YOU and consider a 5-star rating with some positive feedback if the information was helpful. Hope the above information helps you, Any further clarifications feel free to ask. |
I am hepatitis B positive. I have had a single sexual partner (myy husband) and have donated blood on couple of occasions and have had laser hair removal treatments. Not sure how i have been infected by hep B!!..what could be the possible reason? Note | It is difficult to pinpoint the reason. You might have received several injections from your birth till now for the purpose of vaccination or medications, or you might have received dental treatments, any one of these could have transmitted hepatitis B. Now the important thing is to evaluate whether you need treatment. I would advise a liver function test, HBV DNA He At Ana, anti CV and consult a gastroenterologist |
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