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I have had upper respiratory infection for about on week On Tuesday I was given antibiotic (Azithromycin 250mg) and a cough aid (benzonatate 200mg). I am on my 4th day of antibiotic. the cough aid I am not able to take due to it giving me diarrhea and headache. The diarrhea went away, but the headache has persisted. It is not really a pain but more like a sensation that someone has a clump of my hair on the upper right back of my head and has a constant tug on it causing a burning like sensation. This hurts more when I do cough? I was told I did not have ear infection but my right ear also hurts. | GreetingsWelcome to Chat Doctor. Upper respiratory infection is a very common problem. Especially as the winters have arrived. Therefore, there is nothing to worry about as long as you take the right medication. Your medication seems to be good enough to relieve the infection. But I think there are few medication missing.This medication will help relieve the headache and the ear pain. Upper respiratory infection also involves the nose and the ears if they speared further. This usually results in headache due to acute sinusitis and ear ache due to infection spreading to the ear. But this is nothing serious as long as it is corrected quickly. The antibiotic is right. If I had known your weight I would have correctly mentioned the dose of Azithromycin. With this antibiotic it is always advisable to have antihistamine like basting 10\u00a0mg at bed times and painkiller such as acetaminophen. This will reduce the ear ache and headache and shorten the duration of recovery from the infection. I hope the answer was helpful. In case you need any further assistance, feel free to contact in writing. Regards. Chat Doctor. |
i have been getting bites lately. Bites are sometimes on my finger sometime on my lower back on top of the spine and sometimes on my shoulder. I looked over for a bedbug but i did not see a sing.where ever is getting bite is swelling peas size and red. beside this bites i have a crawling feeling on my skin what it can be? | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. In my opinion you are having skin allergy moat, probably. Better to get done CBC (Complete Blood Count) and if eosinophil is raised than probably its allergy only. Allergy is induced by any substance. It is patient specific. The best treatment for allergy is identification of allergen and if possible complete avoidance of it. Allergen can be Dust, pollen, animal fur, clothes, chemical, bedsheets etc. So try to identify it. At present start antihistamine and anti-allergic Chat Doctor. Consult dermatologist and discuss all these. |
hi im 25 years boy n 61 kg weight n 163cm height.i have done medical for applying job in korea n my tests shows raise in sgpt and sgot ie.136 and 86 respectively.is this a serious case for me though i dont ha ve any problem in my body but i had jundice 1 year before.how can i normalise this sgpt n sgot.is this test hamper me to go korea | Hi thanks for asking question... What was the cause for jaundice dear? Anyway here are few suggestions for healthy liver.... Take low fat diet. Use less oil in diet. Fruits more ... Avoid alcohol. Udiliv tablet can take ... One tsp cumin seed plus crushed carom seed with water taken daily.... Viral marker study done ... If it is hepatitis b or c that has lead to jaundice then regular follow up needed... Usually if you are fit I don't think there might be problem in job.... But decision taken according to policy.... Take care... Hope your concern solved... Chat Doctor. |
My kid son of 1 yr 8 months is suffering from fever.. he has shown feinting like symptoms yesterday and the temp was 100.3 F or 37.94 C. Earlier he was responding well recovery witChatDoctorbiflam. But though treated with higher does of paracetamol he shows very slow improvements. Blood test shows no infection and is good. Given saline and admitted to hospital... please suggest what should be the approach to treat him? | Howell come to ChatDoctorI really appreciate your concern, if this is the febrile condition and child was fainted then it could be due to hyperpyrexia, it would be mattered of worry if the child being faint without the fever, just watch for that if this is so then it needs to be ruled out for cerebrovascular and cardiovascular disease some time it could be grad MAL seizure, hope this information helps. |
I am a male, 27 yrs old, 5 foot 9 inches tall, about 11 1/2 stone . I Had a scare in the middle of November when I found a lump on my testicle. I had it checked by 3 doctors so far, all of whome say I have nothing to be concerned of. I Also have an ultrasound scan coming up in 2 weeks which one of the doctors recommended just for my own comfort. However, Since the initial scare, I am serious having trouble sleeping, my eating and toilet patterns are way off, I have has stomach and abdominal pains, I have lost a little weight and generally feel pretty weak. I also in the last 5 days or so have been feeling a very strange tingling sensation on my scrotal area. Its not painful or itchy, there is no visible rash or anything to suggest a skin problem. Also when I urinate, its not painful, I have no burning sensations when I ejaculate. Could I be imagining the tingling sensation (its kind of like a very faint pins and needles)? One of the doctors I saw recommended some anti depressants to help me to sleep and calm anxiety. Does anyone have any more info? | Hello! Thank you for the query. It is good you will have an ultrasound as always in such case testicle cancer needs to be ruled out. Your abdominal problems may be caused by an anxiety caused by this lump, however it is also possible that you have a hernia which has reached the scrotum and is causing abdominal pain. You may also have bloating and diarrhea due to hernia. Hope this will help. Regards. |
dr. my uncle is suffering from liver problem like ascites in abdomen his sgpt is 88,sgot 45,creatine 2.5,in ultra sound graph show portal hypertension. before 7 day he suffered from hepatic encepalopathy. treatment is given the dr is lactilose 15 ml per day.refagut 400mg tds.dytor plus 10mg .od zevit od | Hi I can understand your concern... Noted you gave portal hypertension with elevated liver enzymes... Here by liver problem your kidney is also affected as functional problem... For portal hypertension beta blocker can take. If feasible TIPS like shunt placement can be done to reduce pressure. For ascites take low salt diet. Diuretic can be taken. If still needed therapeutic paracentesis can be done... Ultimate treatment for cirrhosis is liver transplantation...Meanwhile, take low fat diet with more fruit. Crushed carrot and spinach leaves juice good for you.... If bleeding occur from varices immediate consult doc for banding.... Chat Doctor. |
sir, I am suffering from pain in thechest middle since last month. The pain is concentrated on the middle only. last week I felt unconfortble in sitting, sleeping, moving right side. immediately I consulted orhopedics doctor. He took x ray of cervical of spine right side and back of cervical spine.. He told that there is a by birth problem in the formation of cervical spine in which two bones are close to each other and suggestee to meet specilist in cervical spine disorder. But why should I get pain in the middle of the chest and it continues and some times it is un barable.I am working women. | Hi welcome to the Chat Doctor The cervical spine problem here leading you to cause pain in front of chest ..... Gastritis or acid reflux are common cause leading referred chest pain in middle of chest commonly... So it should also be ruled out and if present omeprazole course prescribed... For your cervical problem according to cause specific treatment instituted... If needed MRI spine done to rule out exact cause of vertebra problem and then surgical management planned if needed Is pain more ibuprofen or other suitable analgesic Chat Doctor. . |
im in the 6th month of pregnancy and experience very bad catch/cramps in the groin region wenever i get up from a sitting position lasts for about 10-15 mins before i can straighten up and walk straight is that normal and wat shud i do to prevent them. | Hi, I understand your concern. The cramps/catch in groin while walking/ straightening up . Is mostly due to pressure on nerves in groin by growing fetus . This in turn leads to muscle pull causing the symptom. This usually disappears when the baby grows. & occupies abdominal cavity. To return as baby head is fixed in pelvis in 9th month. Avoid sudden change in posture, Take vitamin B12 supplements - Mild yoga exercises done under expert guidance would help (by making body more stretchable & flexible) Thanks. |
Hi, Im 35 white female , I feel like 100 y old, too tired to go out of bed, too tired to walk, etc., Ive noticed a sore and enlarged tongue, my RBC count was 3.9 few months ago, so Ive been asked to take iron , folic acid and B plex,after a month, the RBC count was 4.1 , then another month 4.2 , and the last month 4.2, those tablets are not helping, Im loosing my job, few years ago I was full of energy, now Im almost retarded ! | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some chronic anemia. You should go for complete blood count and peripherals smear examination. It all give you causes of anemia. If needed go for complete anemia profile or bone marrow examination. Search the cause first and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Wish you a very good health. |
I am 58 years old, 5.11 height, weighing 94kgs, male. Diabetic since the age of 24 and now take insulin before every meal. Recently started having severe pain in my whole body. The joints feel very stiff and numb. Unable to wear my shoes or clothes. Generally all the tests are normal. Doctor said some herve in my head has swelled. Please guide. Extremly worried. Any specific tests i should get done? What should i be doing? Which special doctor to consult? Please guide.. | Hello! Welcome on Chat Doctor! Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms seem to be related to peripheral neuropathy, probably caused by diabetes. For this reason, I would recommend performing a nerve conduction study to examine the nerves in your limbs. In fact the nerves are not in the head, but in the limbs. If the nerve conduction study results normal, the next step to follow would be a brain MRI to exclude brain small vessel disease, which is another common complication of uncontrolled diabetes. Anyway, you should know that a better control of diabetes can stop the progression of your troubles. Hope to have been helpful! You can ask me again directly if you have any other questions! Best wishes, |
good day!! help,,,,, what should i do to become a non reactive hbsag? cuz i found out recently when i was an initial medical to work abroad,, does a interferon an alinia (nitazoxanide) can help me out?plerase do help me an give a quick advise for my remedies to ease this reactive hbsag? | Brief |
I have thickened hard skin on the back of my ankle, no itching nothing. I don t even remember that it s there till I touch it I have had this for more than 16 years but no dermatologist has been able to figure out what it is or how to treat it. Any help? | Hi, thank-you for providing the brief history of you. A thorough dermal assessment is advised. As mentioned by you, the skin is thickened, and it has no symptoms than probably the dermatologist can not help much as it is just skin hardening. For this I can advise to take therapeutic ultrasound therapy as it helps to loosen the skin by activating the cells and also by gradual stretch it can be made flexible. Certain times, the hardening can be due to unknown reasons, but how the approach is made to make it flexible is important. Also, ultrasound therapy will even help to get the elastic property of the skin and kindly take help of a Physical therapist for the same. I have seen cases with scar tightness and the scar has become mobile with therapeutic ultrasound therapy. I am sure even you can get help. Since the therapy is non-invasive and there are no side effects you can surely try it. Keep me posted. RegardsJay In Chat Doctor. |
I accidentally pricked myself with a name tag that I picked up off the floor at an event. It caused a tiny bit of blood when I squeezed my finger but has since dried completely. I am being a bit paranoid, but I am wondering if there is any chance of transmission of hepatitis or HIV through such an act. Thanks. | Hello, I understand your concern. I am Chat Doctor, infectious diseases specialist, answering your query. In my opinion you should allay fear of this infection because it won't be transferred by this way. The only chance of possibility of the infections is if suppose previously infected person having this viral infection is priced by tag just a few minutes before you got pricked. But I suspect it has nil possibility for this incident. I advise you to take care for the infection if it happens at the site of prick. Please maintain the hygiene by frequent cleaning and Chat Doctor. I will be happy to answer your further concern, you can ask me on bit.ly/ |
I have pain, discomfort under my left ribs and side, I have to go to the toilet shortly after eating. My stools are lose and float. I ve had this problem for quite sometime and went to the doctors last year but couldn t find a problem. Am I being paranoid? Many thanks Cheryl | Hi, Thanks for your query. Firstly the pain under the left side of the rib cage may be due to Gastritis(Inflammation of the stomach). I advise would be to avoid spicy and greasy food. Prescribe proton pump inhibitors like omeprazole. A gastrostomy will help in the diagnosis. Secondly it may be due to pancreatitis(Inflammation of pancreas). Stop smoking and alcohol if any. Blood tests like serum amylase and lipase will help in the diagnosis. Thirdly kidney stones. X-ray of the PUB will help in the diagnosis. Antispasmodic for pain. Increased intake of water is advised. The size and site of the stone determines whether the treatment is medical or surgical. I do hope that you have found something helpful, and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care |
Hi there,The start of my last period was 19th June, u havent had a period since.... However I have been having period crams like Im going to start bleeding anytime but nothing Iv had aching legs, mild headaches and mild pains from lower left to right abdominal Iv been TTC for 9 months now and have never been on any contraception Could I be pregnant ? | HI and thanks for this query. If you had an unprotected sex, and you are not on any contraception, then the chances of being pregnant are real. From the information you have provided, the best thing to do at this time is to do a rapid pregnancy test. This will tell whether you are pregnant or not. This will greatly influence what further options should be pursued. Please, if you don't want to become pregnant now, you may consider adopting and using a contraceptive method. Also, condoms protect against STDs. Please, talk to your doctor if it is something you would consider. Hope you find this helpful and informative. Ask us more questions if they do arise. We shall gladly answer them. I wish you the best of outcomes with this. |
i have seven years old daughter.last one week she is suffering cough and take vomeit at night time only.morning she is normal.day before yesterday i went to peadiatrician.he said she is normal only but she have wheez.so u give salbutamol syrup only.i am giving still she is suffering this problem.pl give me a suggestion | Hi... Thank you for consulting in Chat Doctor. Greetings from Chennai. 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 |
Ive had pain in my left lower bicep and the adjoining area of my forearm for almost a year. It feels like muscle strain or non-recovery from a workout, hurts most when lifting, but doesnt really depend on the amount of load--very small weights also cause pain, even sometimes flexing with no load. I treated it as a muscle strain for a couple months but it hasnt helped. Im male, 51, in good physical condition. | Hello, It looks from your details that most probably you may be suffering from early arthritis of elbow. You should do following to have relief in this- -Take a mild analgesic off & on like Advil for relief from pain.-Apply a local analgesic ointment & do warm water fomentation with water bag over the elbow.-Take some joint supplements like collagen supplements. If this all does not resolve your problem then you may consult to your doctor and get yourself investigated including x-ray and blood investigation like CBC, B.SUGAR, THYROID FUNCTIONS, SERUM URIC ACID, etc. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care |
I had an impacted wisdom tooth removed 5 days ago. Since yesterday I have been experiencing dizziness, lightheadedness and bouts of fatigue. I was prescribed amoxicillan, an anti-inflammatory and Tylenol 3 s, but I have since stopped taking the pills because of the aforementioned symptoms. I m feeling no pain. I m 30 years old, male, weigh approx. 150 lbs. | Hello and thank you for your questions. It is very ill-advised to stop your medication treatment on your own without consulting your dentist. This can cause serious adverse effects. Chances are the symptoms are due to the Tylenol 3 because of the narcotics in combination with not eating enough and Chat Doctor. Increase your fluid intake to 8 8oz glasses of water a day and have a high protein high vitamin diet. You should consume more calories post surgery to help with the healing. Best wishes and good health. |
My 5 year old daughter accidentally brushed her teeth with clearasil ultra acne cream. She spit it out right away and then brushed her teeth with the right tooth paste. The cream has long expired, as well. She is showing no sign of anything wrong. However, it is late and she is now in bed sleeping. I have checked on her once already and she is fine. Should I be concerned? What would the side effects be or signs that something is wrong? Thank you for your help! Nicole | Hi...as of now you need not worry. Nothing serious will happen. At the most she might throw up once or twice and might have some diarrhea too. But if she is waking up with tummy pain or incessantly vomiting then get her to the nearest emergency room. 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 - |
cause Sneezing very often hi i often cause sneezing problem very now n then. sometimes its dust allergy bt evn if dust is not there i get sneeze quite a lot. i guess i have a very sensitive nose. it also makes my head feel very heavy. please tell me what to do?ThanksPrayas | Hi,first let me tell you that an already congested nose is very much sensitive, even a small change in the smell of air can induce sneezing, so it is very important to treat a congested nose or running nose, go for total and differential count of white blood cells to rule out eosinophilic. You can take some anti-allergic like levocetrizine, montelukast, Milton orally. If your nose is congested then you can take nasal Chat Doctor. |
My 5 year old daughter complains when we wash her vagina and I gently cleaned with wet cotton balls and she said it hurts. I pulled back the hood of the glans clitoral to find two small white bumps on either side of the center of the clitoris. They wouldn t wipe off and she said it hurt for me to do so. What could this be? | Hi, It seems that these sores might be due to some infection on the part like intestinal worms coming out and migrating to lower vaginal tract or might be having poor local hygiene. Clean local part daily with plane water while giving shower. Go for stool test for ova and cyst, Prevent her to play in the dust and wear short having elastic on both thigh sides. Apply antibiotic cream locally. Ok and take care. |
I found a lump on the back of my neck starts below my hair line on the right side of my spine and continues down most of my neck its large and about the size of half a tennis ball. Im a 22 year old female and have been having alot of other health problems the doctors have not been able to connect. The lump is new not pain ful but I am having some shoulder pain? Any ideas? | Thank you for asking Chat Doctor. My name is Chat Doctor. You have mentioned the Lump in the Nape of the neck.along with that you have mentioned shoulder painter are Various Causes for this Lump depending upon Its Features you have mentioned the Size of it as Tennis Ball and it's Not Painful. Most probably its Lipoma which is a benign (Non-dangerous) swelling/collection of the Fats Other causes can be enlarged occipital lymph node, but those are usually a little higher than the position you mentionedCysts whatever the nature of this lesion all suspicious lumps require examination by the Physician with clinical examnationand you may need to have some Lab work up along with Radiological evaluation (Ultrasonography / X-Ray)For Shoulder pain, you Can use Over the counter available medications like Tab Tylenol. Hope this may help you. Let me know if anything is not clear. Thanks. |
Hi Doc, I m having a serious back pain that cannot allow me to concentrate on my studies or office work. I suspect the problem has been compounded by the fact that in the past few months, i have spent alot of time typing reports and assignments in the office and at home in uncomfortable positions using both laptop and PC computers. At the moment I can concentrate and study whether on a sitting or sleeping position. Infact I also find it difficult to sleep on my bed because of the the back pain. What can I do to relieve the pain? Secondly I was recently diagnosed with high blood pressure and put on medication , after experiencing alot of flactuating blood pressure readings for a period of a bout one month. I suspect this high blood pressure could have been as a result of the pain and stress which I have been experiencing for sometime now. Could this be true, and is there anything I can do to come out of the drugs by improving on the pain and the stress? Kindly assist. Felix. | My dear friend you must understand that human evolved from qua Chat Doctor. Unfortunately in this evolution to bipedal gait no extra strength to spine came. As a consequence human spine starts degenerating from an early age of 20. You must sit with spine supported and strictly avoid bending forward. Weight reduction if you are overweight can be of great help. May do back extension exercises to strengthen the back muscle. You can consult a spine specialist to see you have neurological deficit and whether you require MRI. |
right behind my front top teeth (roof of mouth), from there and to 1 inch back, I have a rough sandpaper feel, it looks like little bumps, maybe slightly white in color. Based on the examples on line, it is not Thrush/yeast. Theres nothing else anywhere on my toungue or mouth/lips | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query, the bumps what you are feeling could be the rule (normal structure) that appears as elevated soft tissue structure on the hard palate. Or it is because of the tooth infection producing swelling and pus discharging sinus tracts, or it can be mucoidal of minor salivary glands. Consult your oral physician to rule out all these things. I hope my answer will help you. Take care |
Sir, I am 43 male, I m suffering from leg pain and My Dr. gave me ubicar telling me that it will help cleansing the veins along the nerves and ubicar tablets to have at bed time but Sir, when I have that I gets a sever pain in my lower abdomen, is this a side effect ? | Hi, Ubicar Tablet which contains essential nutrients (coenzyme-Q10 and Levo-carnitine) commonly prescribed as an antioxidant in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies associated with various diseases. Generally it is well tolerated by most of our patients, however it may cause stomach upset, dyspepsia, vomiting, headache and insomnia. It is not known to cause severe lower abdominal pain. I advise you to consult your treating doctor for proper clinical assessment to rule out acute abdomen. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
my fiance is a type 2 diabetic on 1000mg glucophage metformin hydrochloride tablets one am one pm and 100mg xelevia stiagliptin one daily and one daily tamsulosin PAMSVAX XL CAPSULES 400MG.He drives as a self employed proffession long night and day hours.Please advise best drinks as he still carries on with feeling rough with stomachache or prolonged morning toilet urinary passing due to occasional sweet as he calls treats but advice needed for fluctuating weight between 14 and half stone upwards. Advise needed not to reach type one diabetes by bad habits drinking new Lucazade Zero calories but still fizzy and 1.3 sugars with sweetners is it bad for him?year non smoker sweetcraving | Hello, Thanks for the query. A person having T2 DM has to follow certain guidelines in terms of diet and exercises. Plus when on medication it is necessary to maintain FBG Secondly sweetened Chat Doctor. Plus alcohol also needs to be avoided. Since he has prostatic enlargement, there is bound to be difficulty in urination, that is the reason for giving Tamsulosin. For a person with diabetes it is essential to adapt a modified lifestyle which means taking restricted diet, giving exact amount of calories based on ideal body weight, extent of daily exercise and blood glucose levels. Plus refraining from high fat, foods, junk foods, alcohol and smoking. At the cost of repetition let me say again he has to avoid sugars and sweetened |
Hi, I got off an 8 hour flight yesterday morning and one of my legs feels slightly numb/ pins and needles. Pacticularly behind my knee and lower thigh. It is not painful and I am not in a risk group for DVT (I am 23, not overweight,on no medication) but I was wearing long socks under my jeans, which got a little tight and uncomfortable so I took them off about 3 hours in. My legs were a little swollen but that has now gone down. What would you recommend? | Hello, In lengthy flights, due to immobility recurring pain, numbness or swelling in the legs are indicative of a circulatory problem, clotting disorders, varicose veins, family history of obesity. You are suggested to do simple stretch exercises. Foot & knee lifts, ankle flexes & rotations. While in long flights take seats with extra legroom so that you can be more comfortable. Wear light fitting clothes while on a flight. Avoid caffeine and alcohol or addictions if any. You are suggested to visit ER & get physically examined, your treatment will depend upon the pathology detected. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
What causes fairly frequent numbness in both hands? I was diagnosed with mild carpal tunnel, but with therapy the numbness disappeared. I also have a problem in the cervical section of my spine, for which Ive had cortisone shots & facet block treatments. Nothing has helped for more than a few weeks. My neck is worse now, with the numbness in my hands seeming to be correspondingly worse. | Hello, Tingling and numbness in both hand may be due to two common causes 1. Cervical disc herniation with nerve root compression 2. Carpel tunnel syn Chat Doctor. You have got both and this adds to the severity of disease. Diagnosis needs to be confirmed with |
hi, i have mild fever from two days with red rashes all over the body which on touching feels hot.the atmospheric temp. of this place is 42c. i am having crocin with tetracyclin and cetzinebut no improvement. i have not consulted any doctor yet. i am worried as a friend of mine told me it may be because of kidney disorder.once i had heat stroke on 14th june 2004, after which only i discovered itching which continues every summer when i consulted doctorhe adviced me to go for cetzine . which i was taking every 3-4 days but now its severe. | HI, thanks for using Chat Doctor Kidney disorder is not one of the most common cause for your symptoms. Viral illnesses are commonly associated with rash. With your history of fever, it is possible that you are experiencing a viral illness with a rash. There are a number of different viral illnesses that can be associated with rash such as (1) some cases of the common cold (2) dengue (3) there are also others that can be seen You should consider visiting your doctor for an assessment. I hope this helps |
hi I recently came from india I landed in Canada on 1 april and since then I am suffering from cough and now its almost a month I also visited a doctor but she said that m not suffering from any severe disease but I think I have an allergic cough which disturbs me a lot I don t know what to do please suggest me some good home remedies or any medication which I can take I was not suffering from such symptoms earlier or can I take any anti allergic tablet like from india Telekast-L actually I am new in this country I don t have a Canadian currency so I can not pay you sorry | Hello. Thanks for asking to Chat Doctor. The environment conditions are quite different in Canada & India. If your doctor has confirmed that you are not having any severe disease then I would think your symptoms due to environment change. Yes, you can take Telecast. It works in allergic respiratory conditions. As you have asked for home remedies, I would suggest you to take 1. Warm milk with turmeric 2. Ginger juice with honey. However, home remedies are best suggested after knowing your constitution in detail. Also, you can have daily steam inhalation, breathing exercises, Panama, which will help a lot on a longer run. I would also suggest you to try to avoid frequent temperature changes (while going in/out from room), cover your nose to protect it from cold air currents, set your room temperature and humidity to avoid cold & Chat Doctor. I hope this helps you. Wish you faster recovery and adaptation. Regards. |
My father, 82 had a intracerebal bleed to brain, termed massive from doctor 8 days ago. We have given constant stimulation, talking, rubbing arms, etc. Food is nil by mouth. However, yesterday he opened eyes and seemed to stare at us particularly my 80 year old other. My brother and I would like to be realistic and although we are positive and after yesterday very pleased, is this a positive step forward? could you kindly give me further facts on your experience reference prognosis . Thank you | Hello, A massive intracranial bleed in an 82 yr old man is not a good thing. If he has not regained senses even after 8 days then it further indicates possibility of poor outcome. To be realistic I would give very few hopes of a meaningful survival even if he recovers from the unconsciousness. At present nursing care will be most important apart from the neurological treatment. That he opened eyes and stared is definitely a good sign and does indicate improvement. We should hope for the best possible recovery. Good luck. |
I have had high radiation treatment for cancer, and as a result bone density has gone down and I have had a stress fracture T-12 in my back. I am considering reclast or prolia. The side effects concern me in prolia as I have many problems from too much radiation and chemotherapy, plus underactive tyhroid caused by chemotherapy. | Hi, Thank you for providing the brief history of you. First we need to know what cancer you had and how was the treatment planned. Due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy there will be possibly loss of muscle strength and also the bone density. But it's not a matter of worry as we can regain back all the possible benefits with later approach. You can discuss the same with your physician. Undergoing a balanced diet, nutrition, Sun bath, Calcium supplement etc. will surely help further. Also, for good absorption of all of the above you need to perform the regular exercises which will include - aerobics, strength conditioning, weight-bearing exercises, etc. By undergoing a meeting with a qualified physical therapist will help further to put more inputs to the various protocols to help you in balancing the close normal functions. Also, the time may be a factor here, it may not be short duration, but a longer one will surely provide the help to you. I have seen many with the same issues and have worked out based on the medical reports, and we could achieve back the bone strength. But we took a pretty fair time. RegardsJay In Chat Doctor. |
I am pretty sure my son has infantile. He just finished wrestling. He is currently treating a spot on his wrist for ringworm. He has in the past on the side of his face used Lucimin 1%. For what they thought was a staff infection. This time he had the crusted over on his ear and now the red spots on the side o f his face. What should he do this time. They did prescribe an oral something last time. I cant seem to get through to him the importance of cleansing that spot three times a day with soap and water. Then use the cream. What do you recommend? | Hi thanks for contacting Chat Doctor ...... Noted you have ring worm infection that is fungal infection of superficial tissue........ Here yes topical antifungal cream(clotrimazole) need to be applied... Wash the area with water and keep it clean..... Avoid moisture at that site...... Avoid tight clothing... Clean the cloths with warm water...daily. Daily clean and Chat Doctor. ...Bedsheet washed frequently... Here as face also getting affected oral fluconazole can be taken..... It will take approx. 2 to 4 weeks for complete clearance.... You can consult dermatologist with keeping these in mind..... Hope your concern solved........ Take care. |
Dr, my lips are really black like supper black. it wasnt like this when i was growing up ..... i really hate it. every time I m out shopping or doing whatever people ask me or tell me i should really stop smoking , and the funny part is i don t even smoke nor drink. so please Dr can u please tell me how to get them lighter? I m desperate!!! | Hi.thanks for your query. Darker lips do not indicate smoking /alcohol intake as frequently believed! A lot of people have it genetically predetermined, although parents may/may not have it. A frequent cause of non-genetic lip darkening is the use of lipsticks /colored balms/gloss, as these tend to darken the lips over a period of time. So try and not use it too often. If you have to use it, then let it be alleged free and replace them every 2 months. I would advise you to start using medicated lip balms with SPF and to reapply it several times in a day.that helps in reducing further darkening. Also use a cream containing comic acid twice a day for lightening of lip color. U can also opt for mild chemical peels once in 15-30 days to exfoliate better and lighten faster. Take care! |
My mother is 82, she has developed tiny bloody blisters that form and break open along the shin of her leg. They DON T ITCH or BURN. She has had other skin eruptions in the past, that have pus and itch and burn. These are totally different. Her immune system is compromised. She has acute leukemia. She has seen a dermatologist for her other skin problems. She has a cream for the other skin condition. | The blood blisters could be due to the acute leukemia. With leukemia, the platelets can get very low. The platelets function in blood clotting. If they are too low, bleeding and bruising can result. Her hematologist should be informed of this development. I don't know of any specific cream or topical medicine that will help this, but perhaps her doctor might. If her platelets are very low, she might need to get transfusions of platelets. Talk to her hematologist about her condition very soon. Hope this helps. |
Hi Im 19 years, im a male, uncircumcized and I have a yeast infection.. Ive had for about 6 months. and Ill admit yes i have been masterbating.. Is that really bad?? My dermotologist prescribed me pills and a cream.. it seems to be going away, I dont show any symptoms but it really itches a whole lot and when I apply the cream it tends to show smptoms but when my penis is erect, my dermotologist also said that if it does not go away that I will need to be circumcized will that cure it or not? i also read on a blog somewhere that applying the monistat on my penis with a few drops of white vinegar will cure over night.. is that also true? what am I doing wrong? would a circumcision be best or not?? | HiT hank you for asking Chat Doctor. I have gone through your query. Excess Sega accumulation can cause recurrent yeast infections. You can clean the area with warm saline or just warm water. Avoid soaps and irritants on genital area as it can irritate more. You can apply over the counter clotrimazole creams like monist at. It is an antifungal agent. But if still there is recurrence and difficult in removing Sega then circumcision is a good option. It cures that problem completely. Hope this may help you. Let me know if anything is not clear. Thanks. |
Wat is the life expectancy of someone with severe brain atrophy who has a long-term history of multi-organ damage due t0 Sjorgens and Lupus? I am 67 years old, 5 feet 3 inches tall amd weigh 123 lbs. In addition to the above, I have neuropathy throughout my body, rheumatoid arthritisl, avascular necrosis of bones, very advanced degenerative back and neck disease (can t walk due to spontaneous bone fractures thaat do not heal) and other problems. Thank you for your assistance. Donna Miller | I read your question carefully, and I understand your concern. It is hard to give precise answers to a question about life expectancy since there are many conditions in play. I can tell you though that brain atrophy won't play any major role in your life expectancy as it is not threatening in itself, where the danger lies is with the damage to the other organs like heart, lungs and kidney due to Lupus, so your expectancy depends on the degree of damage in those organs. I hope to have been of help. |
Hi I am a married man of 28 yrs oldI belive I am too much interested in sex I would like to control my sexual desire as my wife is abroad and not with me at presentAlso to top it all recently I found my wife has an affair with her collegue and which inturn reduced my sleep worrying too much of herkindly advice | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Your problem of sexual desire is not a problem at all. That is common, For a person whose wife is away and could not be active in sex. So many people come across such a scenario. Seldom use illicit means. They learn to adjust. For the second problem you mentioned here, please understand that the base of any happy married life is trust. There could be so many occasions in married life where both can suspect partner. Trust and Judicious disposal of suspicion is the way to keep worries away. Please trust your wife. If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this website. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques which should help you cure your condition further. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck. |
I masturbated roughly anally and now I have a problem ejaculating during normal intercourse. I havent masturbated anally for years now and I still have the same problem? I really would like to have normal intercourse again. I just dont know what I can do to fix this. | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. There is nothing to worry. Anal intercourse or any other ways of intercourse or masturbation do not interfere with your penises sexual ability. However hard it may be. After some days, everything comes back to normal. But if you are anxious or apprehensive or has negative knowledge about all these sexual procedures, you may have performance anxiety. I think you are currently suffering from performance anxiety. I suggest you to consult a psychologist for counselling. If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. http |
Hi, my son is 4 weeks old. Yellow color on his skin is still there but not like before. Actually it should have gone within 2 weeks after birth. Pediatrician actually check my son with probe measuring device on his face, chest, back, thigh, feet and results were 16, 16, 13, 23 and 8 respectively. The she used table to convert them. It showed 233.5, 223.5, 179.1, 179.1 and 105.2 respectively. I don t what is the unit. She said if the number is less than 200, danger is away from my son and also she suggested to have phototherapy in the hospital. I just wonder does my son really have to stay in the hospital to have phototherapy. I know my elder daughter had liv 52 and ursofalk for 2 weeks and jaundice is gone. the pediatrician is not advising any these. I just wonder. | Hi... I have just red through your question. I feel that what your kid is having is - Prolonged Physiological jaundice. It needs evaluation as there are many reasons for this. The most important being low thyroid levels and this needs to be first ruled out. If she in exclusive breastfeeds, breast milk jaundice could be a reason. There are other rare causes, but that can be considered once these two are ruled out. PHOTOTHERAPY IS NOT THE SOLUTION NOW - EVALUATION IS MUST. I suggest you see your pediatrician for this. Regards - |
I am worried about my grandchildren and my daughter-in-law inheriting brain cancer. My daughter-in-laws uncle died with brain cancer at 17. Then my daughter-in-laws sister is dying with Glioblastoma Multiforme (she is 30). My son is worrying every day about his wife and little boys. Can you tell me any statistics that might ease our worry? | Hello Understand your concern. Usually brain cancers are not hereditary most of them are sporadic (not related to genetic). If you can give more information like Daughter in laws uncle details-he was from mother side or father side and what exact relationship with her parents. Whether he was having any other genetic disorder. Daughter in laws sister is having any other genetic abnormality. May be with more detailed information I can better ease your worry |
hi..im married women.. my age is 30,height 5.2\" and weight is 70, my queiry is im planning to get concieve for 2nd baby, i have a boyfriend who is not married, and now im planning to have intercourse with him, will there any porblem arises for me in future, please help me | Hallow Dear, From your question, I gather that you have conceived once. If so, you have proved your capacity to become pregnant. If the previous pregnancy was not from this boyfriend, his semen quality and quantity will have to be tested for normalcy. However, for your height, your weight and thus the BMI appears to be rather high. You should try to maintain BMI under 24.9. Currently, your BMI is 28.2. This may create problem in your conception. High protein, moderate carboy Chat Doctor. I hope this helps you. |
I am currently on an antibiotic for bacterial infection, steroids to reduce inflammation in my lungs to help with my breathing and oxygen levels. Overnight friday I gained 30 lbs water weight, started lasex and will lose 10 lbs over about 8 hours. Since Saturday morning it has stayed continual; Monday blood work was done to rule out CHF and try to determine cause. My protein levels good, negative CHF, only problems from blood test show Glucose 205 (they said probably due to steroids) and my white blood count is high. I didn t get to talk to the doctor - and person I spoke too was not helpful. What could be cause for elevated white blood count & should I be watching for anything in particular? | Hello. Thanks for asking on Chat Doctor. Elevated WBC count is leukocytosis. Leukocytosis is caused mostly due to infections. Bacterial infections might cause neutrophil fraction of WBC to rise and hence total WBC count increases. Viral infections cause lymphocytes to increase. Inflammatory conditions also raise WBC count. It is probably due to your underlying condition and was masked due to water retention earlier and is unmasked by water loss by Las ix. It will resolve after your infection is controlled. Thanks. |
I just inhaled a corn kernel. I was choking and coughing but it didn t come up. The kicker is that I was just diagnosed with pneumonia this morning. So, I m concerned that my lungs are already weak. I feel discomfort in my chest in addition to the pain and discomfort I was already feeling due to the pneumonia. My question is, should I just continue my antibiotics and inhaler regimen or is it necessary for me to be alarmed and visit my doctor again? | Hello dear, thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your situation and problem. In my opinion you are having aspiration pneumonia due to choking from corn. And the best treatment of aspiration pneumonia is Bronchoscopic removal of foreign particle (corn). So better to consult pulmonologist and get done Bronchoscopic evaluation. Bronchoscopy also helps in identification of causative organism by BAD (Bronchoalveolar lavage) culture and sensitivity. So appropriate antibiotic can be started. So don't start antibiotics haphazardly, better than first isolate the causative organism and then start appropriate antibiotic according to sensitivity report. |
Hi, we took a winter holiday a month back and while we were there, i developed something that was like an itchy small patch of eczema on my arm I used to feel very itchy specially after wearing my woolen sweater. in another few days it spread on to both my arms. after a week, the itchiness and the eczema went away leaving small white spots all over my arms. It looks very ugly and I am scared it might spread on to my entire body as it has spread a lot on both my arms. I am currently using tenovate ointment once every night from last 1 week but its not showing any improvement. Please suggest what I should do. Thanks! Sim | Hi, Thanks for writing in to us. Tenovate ointment is a steroid and might not show improvement in all lesions. You must consult a dermatologist immediately and get an opinion on the skin patches. It needs to be confirmed if the causative reason is an allergy deficiency or infection. This can only be obvious once the patches are seen by a doctor. You may use sunscreen lotion on the exposed parts of your body when going out in the sun. Hope this helps |
HI I am getting chest pain right now. I been sleeping on my side for hte past month but for osme odd reason yesterday my shoulder started to hurt. It became more sore yesterday after I smoked (hooka tobacco) I am not a smoker and barely smoke. I woke up this morning with unbearable chest pain. I have pain that has radiated from my should to my mid arm(left side only) breathing hurts and I feel a pull to my heart.laying down is even more difficult and causes pain in my chest. | The rest pain you described is more likely because of a muscle pull due some sleeping position, cardiac origin pain would not be related to position you described with a Characteristic pressure like sensation which would increase on exertion, associated with some breathlessness. Avoid smoking if you are used too as it will increase muscle soreness and some local warm compress and SOS an analgesic for 2 days should help |
hi sir i found in july that stone in gb , bilirubin 3.8 , sgot and sgpt near about 260 after this i admitted in hospital after recover bilirubin and sgpt and sgot . doctor suggest to remove gb and i have operated 25 days ago but now again my bilirubin is 1.08 and sgot sgpt near 96 why i have infection again and any problem in life after gb removal | Good day, and thanks for your question. I do not think you have an infection. From the values you gave, it's actually decreasing in value because we're expecting a gradual reduction in the liver function test values. Let's give it more time probably in another 3 to 4 weeks and repeat the investigations. Are you having any other symptoms? Hope it helps. Kindly write me if any other issue. Thank you. |
my daughter 2years and10 months is suffering from infection in the mouth from small tounge to throat. small mouth ulsers type bubbles are formed and also having fever. our doctor has prescribed antibiotic plus calpol syrup.but she has lot of throat painand not eable to swallow.Is ibugesic plus is safe to give for pain killing. | Hello, THX to contact us. If I am your treating doctor I would like to advice you that the symptoms you are mentioning is suggesting of some viral infection or autoimmune disease. The Chat Doctor. It requires a visual examination to check what is the disease, actually. I suggest you can think for consultation to dermatologist. Eugenic is ibuprofen it will be good if you do not take it. If you have anything else to ask please contact me. Than. Chat Doctor |
Dear Sir, my mother is a patient of htn/ ckd since in the year of 1999. Now her s.creaeinine 1263.0, bp 170/100 and hemoglobin 6.8, Bl.Urea 41.0 Sodium 130.6, potassium 4.9 , chloride 94.8,t-co2= 27.0 under treatment of Bangladeshi doctor. Now she is unable to take any food and if take food , she is making abominating. Doctor of here advise her to take dialysis and now she is taking medicine ..........Tab.Lasix 40m.g,Tab.Amdocol 5m.g Tab.Hyplus ,tab,Dicaltrol, Tab.Pentonix Cap.Fefol ci,Inj.Recormon 5000 unit(once weekly), and Tab.Omidon Pls looking forward for your kind suggestion . | Hello! Welcome and thank you for asking on Chat Doctor! Regarding your concern, I would agree with her doctor on recommending dialysis. It is a fast way to help reduce her creatinine levels and thus her blood pressure values, which are related to chronic renal insufficiency. Taking erythropoietin is also necessary to correct her anemia (He 6.8). Hope you will find this answer helpful! Kind regards, |
I am 49 year old female,4 ft 7 98 lbs.For the past week or 2,, I have had a dry cough no fever,no sore throat and sometimes my chest feels heavy. Sometimes I am able to cough up phlegm but not often.I also have been getting headaches when I cough and I have been sleeping more than usual .I have borderline diabetes and suffer with some mental health issues and epilepsy, so I am hesitant on taking anything over the counter as it might affect my sugar levels or will not react well with the prescriptions I am on now.Any suggestions would be most appreciated.. | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your situation and problem. In my opinion we need to rule out lower respiratory tract infection (LETI - pneumonia) in your case. Because your symptoms like constant cough, chest heaviness and phlegm etc. are seen in pneumonia. Epilepsy and diabetes are risk factor for lung infection. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done 1. Clinical examination of respiratory system 2. Chest x-ray. Chest x-ray is must rule out lung infection. You may need antibiotics and antihistamines Chat Doctor. |
Im having severe back pain. My back is swollen and bruised around my spine on my lower back. I went to some military training and had to do some stretches and things to check flexibility. I had to do one something like a push up but with my hands above my head. When I pushed up my back made a lot of popping and cracking noises really loud. What could this be? | Hi, From history it seems that due to severe stretching exercises during military training, your all muscles of back and abdomen got heavy strain leading to severe muscle spas. Take NSAID like Diclofenac with paracetamol with muscle relaxant medicine clock wise for 3-5 days. Apply hot fomentation on the part. Apply analgesic, muscle relaxant cream locally. Give rest to the part for 2-3 days. Ok and take care. |
My son is 7 years old,he has allergic asthma since he was 3 years. he was under treatment of budecort continue for 3 years. now he is not taking it at all. but frequently he got ill due to the same problem. now we are giving him asthalin rotacap whenever he needed. is it safe to treat him with asthalin rotacap in frequent basis. he got wheeze in mid night though he sleep well. and it give me more stress. could you please give me some advices? | If your son needs to use Stalin rota cap more than twice a week, or he has to awake in midnight due to cough I would suggest you to use Decor daily. Using Stalin on frequent basis means children asthma is not properly controlled. Hence, I would suggest you to use Decor (which controls asthma) daily and Stalin (which relieves an acute attack) when required despite using Decor. Regarding safety of Stalin, too much use of Stalin may cause tremors, palpitation, etc. and rather it is not desirable. Hope this will be helpful to you. Wish your son the best health. |
My 5 year old son has a pimple like bump, or wart like ( Im not sure) on his chest. It was smooth under the skin, and has now rose out with still a smooth texture but it looks like a whitehead. He said this morning, as it now looks like its going down, that it hurts. What could this possibly be a symptom of? | Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query your child have symptoms of pimple like bump on chest which occur when there is clogged pores of sebaceous gland filled with sebum, dead skin and bacteria get infected. Need not worry. I would suggest you to apply Mesoderm cream, and it is purely safe to use. Avoid touching or pricking these areas. Maintain complete hygiene of area. Exfoliate your face once a week, apply aloe vera gel and apply atelier acid containing cream twice a day. Chat Doctor. Also wash area with mild soap and cold water twice a day. If condition doesn't start getting better in a month then consult dermatologist. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics course and can also go for chemical peel as well. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, |
I needed surgery on a broken thumb and there was a struggle to find a vein to insert a canula in the back of of my hand. I was told it might result in phlebitis. I am now (3 years later) having pains in that hand. Is it related? What can I do to relieve the pain? Kindest regards Heather | hi Hope this msg finds u in good health. I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern. I feel It's nothing to do with phlebitis of vein because such pains occur immediately after surgery. U might be having some sort of nerve pain which can be relieved with analgesics. .hot fomentation and rest. Hope your question has been answered. If u have any follow-up queries, feel free to consult me anytime. Thanks Take care god bless |
hello sir,my age is 23,i have severe acne marks on my face,because of this my face look black........earlier i m fair,but today because of acne marks it look black,and my face and body colour also not mtches.............plz give me suggestion wht i do,sir....... | Hello, this is a very common problem faced by many patients with Acne. It is known as post inflammatory hyperpigmentation caused due to acne. I suggest you apply comic acid containing cream twice daily on the dark spots. Along with this you have to apply a broad spectrum sunscreen lotion over your face half an hour before you go out into the sun. You will be able to see improvement in about 2 to 3 weeks time. Thank you take care |
My very lower back is hurting. I do have hip problems..could it be from that. I do not have any symtoms of kidney infection except for the lower back pain. I was diagnosed about 7 years ago with the start of stenosis of the spine. Is this what is happening? | Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor. After going through your query I think You are suffering from lumbar spondylosis 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. You may be further investigated by MRI of lumbar spine. I think hip problem is separate issue. You may have hip osteoarthritis which can be confirmed by x-ray. I think your query answered. Welcome to any follow-up query |
sir, i got rashes all over my body. I consulted doctor and he prescribed clop 30g and droxy xl 500g 10 capsules. after using them those rashes were cured. but after that, rashes started again. Then doctor gave clop 30g and mega3 15 capsules. and they were cured. but now, the rashes are starting again. what i want to do? should i take any care about my diet? cai i continue clop 30g and mega3 capsules? Why these rashes are occuring? | Hi. Well the explanation is pointing towards allergic reaction. Clop 30 and mega 3 can be continued but it is a temporary solution as the exact cause needs to be ruled out so that appropriate treatment can be advised. If it is an allergic reaction then a steroid shot can help in improving the symptoms. Also, an allergy test can be done to rule out what exactly is causing allergy. Besides doing cool compresses over the rashes can help in improving. Hope I have answered your query. Please let me know if I can assist you further. Regards. |
i recently had cervical disc surgery on c5 thru c7. since the surgery, I am gaining weight due to strange hunger cravings that i didn t have before. I had my thyroid checked a few years ago and it was ok and have had the lap band surgery a couple years ago. so I am not sure what may be causing this and there is no chance i am pregnant either. I am 45 years old and am not on any medications other than a multi vitamin, calcium supliments. a friend of mine seems to think itmay be thyoid related. could my surgery of the neck cause thyroid issues. this is the second surgery done on it in a year. if it makes a difference they went through the front of my neck to do both surgeries. I don t know what else could cause me to put on weight so fast. Lisa | Hi, I am Chat Doctor. I have read your question with care and understand your concerns. Let me try to help you Question |
thank you so much. for the last month my right eye lid has been twitching alot. well it finally stopped but now i have these pains that shoot through the right side of my head but only sporadically. and now my eye is twitching again but last time it was my upper eyelid but now its the lower part of my eye thats twitching and the pains are getting alot worse. when they started a couple weeks ago it would happen like once a day and now its 4 and 5 times a day and the pain is very sharp like a knife going in my right temple. everything thats happening is on the right side and im getting scared that something is wrong with my brain. please help me | Hello dear, In absence of an injury or trauma, the of symptoms as mentioned in your post can be due to |
I have noticed 3 or 4 nodules on my left chest and recently started doing heavy weightlifting. I just had a ct lady may that was negative. Is it related to the lifting? 2cm or so, kinda below my nipple. They move a little when pushed. Not painful but it concerns me | Hello! Thank you for the query. Lumps on the chest are not associated to the weightlifting. However, it can be related to the diet (if you have any special diet to gain weight/build muscles) or steroids injection (if you have any). Most likely these lumps are some benign skin lesions like lipomas. The best way to find out what it is, is soft tissues' ultrasound. Please consult a surgeon with this issue. Hope this will help. Regards. |
Female, age 16, small bruise on the middle of my back along the spine. It doesnt hurt, just appeared there and has been there for about two weeks. Prior medical history doesnt account for this, I havent been diagnosed for this, nor have anything happen to cause this. | Howell come to ChatDoctorThank for asking I really appreciate your concern, the bruise that you have might be due to the postural compression, if it does not cause any symptoms then it has to be kept under observation, if it starts increasing in size and color then clinical examination is must, any skin lesion demands the clinical observation and examination without this skin disease is difficult to diagnosed, if the lesion that you have just because of compression or nonspecific then it will come around soon, if not then you will have to see the dermatologist hope this information helps. |
My husband was diagnosed with L5 S1 but recently experienced persistent severe pain in his hip, thigh, calf and foot. What concerns me most is that he runs an intermittent low grade fever, feels clammy and sweaty, and has been complaining about pain in his side. He woke up last night perspiring profusely saying his chest hurt. I ve never heard of these symptoms with the type of lower back issue he has. | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, we should rule out pneumonia in his case. Pneumonia can cause fever, chills, perspiration and chest pain. Pneumonia can also cause systemic symptoms like weakness, lower limb pain, Tiredness etc. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and chest x-ray. He may need antibiotics and other supportive Chat Doctor. Tell him to |
I had fusion of L4 and L5 in 2008. I have had numbness in both legs but mostly on the left side. Over the past 6 months the numbness has increased and pain in lower back has become a daily occurrence. My family Dr ordered a MRI that shows bone spurs at L4 at the fusion point. What other options to surgery are out there. I am only 45 and dont want a 4th surgery. | Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor .com I am Chat Doctor. Mariano Into Bruno Mascaras. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. Surgery is the best option Hope you found the answer helpful. If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow-up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions. In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in Chat Doctor at http |
I am 36 year old and I am having some seasonal breathing problem and having some kind of asthmatic patient I have been taking Montain 10 from last 7 years regularly. Some times if the problem is more I used puff so just wanted to check if this is right for me.Please advise if there is any permanent treatment for this or if there is any better medicine who doesnt have any side effects. | These medicines you are taking are the best as per international guidelines for allergy you can continue the answer to your second question is the permanent cure can be possible after going through allergy tests eliminate avoidable allergen sand for unavoidable allergens like season pollen and dust go for sublingual immunotherapy which is the best option in these CAES according to my treatment success |
Ive been eating almonds a lot lately and lately Ive noticed after one or two the tip of my tongue feels funny, sort of like after you burn your tongue on hot coffee. The initial pain fades but theres that funny feeling and you cant really taste anything for a while after. Its like that and lasts for about an hour. Why is that? | Hi. Thanks for the query. It looks like there is inflammation of the tip of the tongue that can be due to eating too much of almonds that are probably hard. It can cause inflammation of the tongue papillae and give you a sore feeling.However, it is temporary and will resolve once you avoid over eating hard foods. For now, you can do warm saline gargles, do cool compresses over the tongue tip, take soft diet and avoid spicy and hard foods. Chat Doctor. . If still there is no improvement, or it worsens get it clinically examined by a dentist. Hope this helps. Regards. |
Yes, I recently started to have afib, It started last year, and happened when I tried reducing my Bystolic to 2.5MG, I am now back to 5mg. In the past few weeks I have started to have afib more, with a heart rate of 140. I am on a 21 day monitor. We thought it was alcohol related, but this past Monday, I had episodes, and hadn t drank in two days. The previous event was after 3 beers, on Saturday. All of the events seem to be when I lay down. Can afib be caused by the stomach, eating late? | Hi Welcome to Chat Doctor. I understand your query and concern. Yes definitely your symptoms are suggestive of AF due to undue stress and anxiety. . Increase in heart rate is known to alter the blood supply to the brain leading to impaired function in a transient way. Few Chat Doctor. I advise you to have a complete 24 hour holder ECG which can accurately determine the cardiac conduction abnormalities. Monitor your blood pressure and heart rate. |
Hi, I m using shades like lipsticks , gloss, lips balm for more than 5 yrs,....but for past one year, m getting allergie to those products...I seriouly don t know the reason which is making my lips itch & irritate...now-a-days whenever m using lip shades, it will automatically cause my lips & lipline - dry , itch and irritates....so stop to use lipshades and switch on to use lip balm, since lips became very dry if m not applying any mositure on it ..[ Using products are Lakme & Lotus ]...Previously i don t have this kind of problem...Only recently it is causing....Can anyone assist me the cause of my problem... Thanks. | Hi, welcome to the Chat Doctor forum, the complaints which you mentioned is called as contact dermatitis or chemical irritant dermatitis, it has an allergic component, since you are getting this for the past 1 year it signifies that your immunity which prevents from getting this kind of allergies is getting down to lower levels, I suspect you are under some kind of tremendous stress either financial or mental which is causing this type of hypersensitivity in you, this is absolutely curable with special homeopatChatDoctoredicines.... get well soon ! You can contact me on Chat Doctor. Com |
Hello, I have a newborn 3 weeks old. 6 lbs 4 oz. He keeps spitting up and choking to the point he can t breath within an hour or two of eating. The doctors say he has a protein allergy but I don t think so. We have already had to call an ambulance once before because he wasn t breathing. What do you think is wrong? | Hi, He could be having HERD or gastroesophageal reflux disorder. While lying flat some milk may be returning from the stomach to the feeding tube and into the throat. A few Chat Doctor. The solution is to keep him in an upright position for as long as possible after feeding, and when you keep him down, maintain an angle of 45 degrees, using pillows. Antiemetic medication like Risperidone would also help. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
hi doc am 27 and 5 month pregnant, doc i learnt that at the 5th month the mother can feel the various kicks of the baby but in mine case i don t feel the kicks but rather feels a strong beats in my tummy. it like the baby beats, doc, this is normal or not .it my first time. | Hello dear, I understand your concern. In my opinion the fetal movements are felt around 20 weeks or 5 months in case of first pregnancy or around 18 weeks in case of further pregnancies. The pulsations might be due to increased blood flow in uterine vessels. But usually the movements are felt. It might not be abnormal. So don't worry. As it is first pregnancy it takes time to recognize the fetal movements.It's quite natural. So relax. Best regards... |
i woke up this morning with a layer of skin \"shedding\" off my top gum and cheek. then the spot became red and bled a little. the last few months ive noticed a little blood in my saliva. my wisdom teeth have been coming through the last few years so i was assuming that was the cause. its also doing this around two teeth on the bottom. ive had swollen gums in the previous months but its gone away by the next day. ? | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The swelling and soreness in the gums and blood in saliva can be because of the gum infection secondary to the deposits calculus) below the gums. The shedding of the mucosa or gums can be because of desquamative gingivitis. Nothing to be panic, consult a dental surgeon and get your teeth cleaned. Take an opinion regarding desquamative gingivitis. I hope my answer will help you, take care. |
Hi Doctor , i am Sekhar, 25 years old and i would like to know is there any age limit for putting tooth braces and is it possible that i can have the brace without extracting my teeth, please reply. | Hello, Thanks for posting your query. Orthodontic treatment is usually effective in young individuals, eventhough braces are applied in aged persons. Depending on the periodontal status of your teeth, appliances can be put. Orthodontic appliances are placed to correct misalignment of teeth. For better result, THere should be adequate space in between your teeth. Extraction of teeth is required if there is no space In between your teeth. Please do get consultation with an orthodontist for further reference. Hope this helps. |
We have a 16 month old baby. She has been suffering from serious allergy for last 3/4 months. Her skin gets red as rash. It itches heavily. She feels discomfort in sleeping. Sleeping does not look like sound. Would you please suggest us what we should do now? It is mentioned here that I, the father of the baby have acute allergy from my age 23. | Hi... I sympathize with the kid and understand your concern. By what you quote I feel that it could be eczema. The trick of the management is keeping the skin moist and never allowing it to be Chat Doctor. For this oil massage and lotions like Hiatus will help. Regarding cure options - eczema is a sort of allergy...allergies can only be controlled and can never be cured. But usually kids grow out of it...that is as the age progresses, they become better starting from 6 months. 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. |
I am a 36 year old male, just had my first health screening, I m a little concerned about my ALT being 78. cholesterol is 213, glucose 107, and BMI 30.4. does this sound like fatty liver or something worse?? to follow up on this, the ALT test was repeated and came back at 68 (alt) two months later. Is that nornal range ? | Well seems to me as fatty liver and at present into the state of fatty hepatitis. I would ask you to consult a good gastroenterologist and do consider an evaluation bout your fatty liver. Are you an alcoholic?. If not, we might need to evaluate you for NASH also. I guess you need to start with atorvastatin and urodeoxycholic acid meanwhile. But the best would be getting an immediate response from a gastroenterologist. |
My husband is in the moderate stages of Alzheimers , and is having pain, numbness in his c-spine. An MRI revealed bilateral disc protrusion and spondolysis along with some other things. My questions is, should he have surgery to repair it and risk more confusion from the drugs or endure the pain? | Hi, thanks for providing the brief history of your husband. Since you mentioned that he has cervical disc prolapse he must be in pain which I can understand as I have seen end number of cases. Also, you mentioned he is into the moderate stages of Alzheimer's as well. I hope the physician must have mentioned certain medicine which will help. Also you can discuss with your physician about the physical therapy as it works well in cases without a need for surgery. Since your husband is having Alzheimer's issue I will recommend avoiding surgery. Physical therapy is a non-invasive way to help relief of pain. Also you should follow the guidelines given by you fusion of DOS and don'ts. With the grace of God your husband will receive a good health |
I have a mild pain on my scortum whicChatDoctore when i walk for the long or stand in a place for long time nad spread over my hip and leg. All these pain on the right side. Lemme know the reason of this. I have this problem last 4 years. I have consulted a doctor and he adviced me to go for ultrasound and he said everything is perfect. | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. Pain on the right scrotum in itself needs investigation. You consulted a doctor, and he conducted an ultrasound and said everything is alright and there is nothing worry. I hope the ultrasound was conducted within the last one year. Otherwise, please do the ultrasound once again. Secondly another reason for the pain could be simple obsession with the pain. Anxiety and depression can be the reason for the obsession. Stress and strain of the muscles could have been the reason, and you mistook as any serious disease and obsessed. Such an obsession could become psychosomatic and can manifest as pain. If you still need my assistance in this regard, please use this link. http |
Yes Dr Griet, I have a very bad cough now for several days about two weeks ago I was treated for Bronchitis a in the ER I was very SOB whezzing really bad, the meds the Dr gave me helped I was good until about a week ago I began coughing reall y bad again to a point that I would be come very SOB, i m not sleeping and last night I had an attack again and notice a very painful lump had showed up on my upper right abdomin very much painful I hardly can move now what did I do/ | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have abdominal pathology. It can lead to respiratory problems. You should go for ultrasound abdomen and x-ray chest. It will give you exact idea whether it's your bronchitis or some other lesion. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Wish you a very good health. |
My 7 year old boy has had a manageable cold with some coughing over the past few days. But tonight he suddenly complained of itching and we saw patches of rash all over his body. It came up out of the blue. He does not have a fever and his energy level if normal | Hello, Chil Chat Doctor. As they are in the process of developing immunity to many things. The kid got a cough and cold which is manageable as you said but still, it needs proper treatment or else chances of recurrence increase. So make sure you are giving medicines as per your doctors' advice for a cough and cold. Because sometimes it seems like a cough and cold is gone or suppressed for some time, but if it is treated insufficiently, then it comes back again. Here is syrup that can be given for now it will provide some relief-Allegra(suspension)- As per the weight of the kid (do consult a pediatrician in person for proper dosage according to the weight of your kid you have not mentioned the weight here as its necessary to calculate the dosage)About the rash, does the child have any known allergy to any food or substance? Any family history of allergy to some substance or food or medicine? It has happened for the first time or any similar incidence happened previously. As the rashes are very itchy, check if the child has been bitten by some insect that went unnoticed and that resulted in the appearance of rashes. If it's an allergic reaction to anything like food or some chemical or some insect bite, then I would suggest you take the child to the emergency room as soon as possible. So that immediate medical attention will be provided. It will help to reduce the uneasy feeling and also further complications can be avoided. Always seek medical help for any illness in kids even if you can deal with it at home. Also, make sure the child is receiving all the vaccines that he or she should be receiving as per the regular vaccination schedule up to the age of 10-12. It's a necessary thing which should be done on time because it helps for the normal and healthy growth of the child |
3 months back i was diagnosed with mild hepatalogy with diffused fatty infiltration.I had been advised not to take alcohol and tab liv 52 DS and ursocol SR 450 twice daily. Now again on usg it was found grade 2 fatty infiltration.i am 57 yrs wt 78 kg ht 170 cm.i am taking alfoo since last few years. Is this also a cause ? Previously also i was taking alcohal only 2 pegs per week.then why ?what i should do now. | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have fatty liver. You should go for complete liver function test with GOT and SGPT level to check the liver damage. Furthermore, you have grade 2 fatty liver. Avoid alcohol. Continue your liv52 and protocol according to advise. You should reduce some weight. Avoid fatty food and take high protein diet. It will gradually come to normal level. Don't worry much 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. |
My toes felt like they had paper cuts on them. It only hurt when I walked on them. I usually wear open toes shoes or heels so my feet never sweat. I did wear tennis shoes today but the pain started before that. Now my toes itch and look like they may even be swollen a bit. What could it be? Any home remedy? | Hi, Itchy, swollen and painful toes may suggest a fungal infection of the foot. I will suggest that you get this foot examined for possible infection and management. Treatment is often done using antifungal creams. Also, watch the feet at least twice a day to relief itching and help control a possible infection. Unless pains is severe, I will not recommend a pain medication at this time.I hope this helps. I wish you well. |
i have been bloated for several months, but the amount of bloating fluctuates back and forth. recently Ive had some tingling and burning sensation under the surface of my abdomen and burning underneath my right rib cage. I have a history of colitis but it is very mild, but these symptoms are very different than those. I also have been belching off and on. Im in nursing school and under enormous stress. | Hi. Thanks for your query. Fluctuating bloating of abdomen for several months, tingling and burning sensation under the surface of abdomen and under right rib cage. Known history of mild colitis, belching and tremendous stress. The causes are very obvious. This is type if IBS, meaning Irritable Bowel Syn Chat Doctor. But before we say this to be IBS we must get you investigated |
i had applied garlic on my forehead to treat pimples ,i left it over night but next day i found dark burns in those places. The burns are cured now but the marks are embarrassing me !! what can i do to get rid of it ?PLEASE hepl me out with some home remedies !! it has been almost 2 - 3 after dis !! | **1. Since there is post inflammatory hyperpigmentation, in best Interest it will be wise to see a Dermatologist for proper evaluation and management.2. Stay away from the sun during peak hours [11 AM to 4 PM] or ensure a good sunscreen applied on the area to limit damages. Wash your face with Began and Luke warm water after coming from outside ( the best natural bleaching agent), removing excess sebum and dead skin cells, and acts as a deep cleanser.3. Potato acts as a very good bleaching agent, this would lighten the marks.4. Take two spoonfuls of gram flour, add a pinch of turmeric, few Chat Doctor. Apply this pack regularly and you will notice |
Hi I had my wisdom teeth removed about a week and a half ago, but there is a very small amount of a salty taste in my mouth where the holes are. I have been irrigating with warm water and keeping good hygiene. There is no discharge but just the taste. Could the taste be blood? Or are the holes contaminated? Should I be worried about infection? | Hi, thanks for your query. There are a number of signs that your wound may have become infected. If you suspect that you have an infection you should consult with your dentist is possible that you can have a discharge at the site of the infection. The discharge will be yellow or white and may start to seep out of your gums and into your mouth. This will normally taste salty and smell bad. A bad taste after wisdom teeth removal is most likely related to discharge entering your mouth. It will likely taste salty and can cause bad breath. The best way to avoid infection after wisdom teeth removal is to complete a prescription of antibiotics that is issued by the dentist. Avoid touching the site of the extraction with your tongue as this may spread the infection or introduce objects into the wound. Visit your dentist. Hope this is helpful. |
Hello sir,my friend is suffering from high fever and his full blood report says that he is absolutely fine but still he is hospitalized for high fever ,I also wanted to mention that before this happened he was exercising a lot too.can you tell me what might be the problem. | Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query you are suffering from high fever which seems to be due to viral or bacterial infection. It could be due to urinary tract infection. I would suggest you to visit general physician once and get it examined. You should get blood tests redone and start treatment after proper diagnosis. Take diet rich in fresh juices and fruits. Chat Doctor. You should take anti-allergic medication along with proper course of antibiotic along with Ibuprofen. Do tepid sponging as well to lower down fever. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, |
Hello Doctor, I recently did Hair Smoothning for straightning my hair, the results are good but what care should i take to maintain it?as i have been aked not to apply oil for the next two months. I am 30 years old,5.6 is the height & i weigh 75kgs.Thanks. | Hi, Hair straightening is not permeant. It will remain till new curly hairs grow. You may apply oil on the straightened hairs, if you wish. Actually oiling the hairs will enhance the improvement in softness of the hairs. You should avoid frequent direct shampooing the scalp. Mild shampoo.herbal in nature and diluted in water twice week should be done. Almond oil may be used, as it contains vitamin E. Hope for the good result. Thanks. Chat Doctor. |
a family member has metastised breast cancer to the R lung, liver and brain. While the liver and brain are under control for the moment, the lung seems to be spreading quickly. The doctors are removing about 1 litre of fluid every 5 days, and she is on 8-12 L of O2. A cat scan has revealed that the tumor has doubled in 2 wks, and the left lung is showing some shadows. She is scheduled for pic line tomorrow. How long do you think she has? | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your situation and problem. Breast cancers usually have good prognosis if detected early and treatment started promptly. Since your relative has advanced (metastatic) Breast cancer, this carries poor prognosis. Lung metastasis with recurrent malignant pleural effusion further worsen the survival rate. Life expectancy in his/her case is less than 1 year. And five year survival rate is less than 5%. So better to discuss end of life issues with him/her. |
Hi, I am having problems with headaches. I fractured my skull last May with concussion. Not really well yet. About a month ago I started having headaches daily. I m having problems eith a strange smell in my nose and mouth. Last week I had an MRI and blood work. All tests came back mormal. Any suggestions on what I can do about my headaches? My husband thinks I have trpost traumatic syndrome. Thank you, Marion Pitts | Hello! Welcome on Chat Doctor ! The strange smell in your nose or mouth could be related to the damage to the olfactory nerve, due to the trauma or seizures. For this reason, I recommend consulting with a neurologist and performing an EEG to investigate for seizures. Regarding headaches, they are quite common after a brain concussion. Considering all your symptoms, an anti-epileptic Chat Doctor. You should discuss with your doctor on the above treatment options. Hope you will find this answer helpful! Best wishes, |
Hi, My mother is a 53-year-old, since 10 years she is behaving abnormally like speaking to herself continuously, laughing, shouting, and crying and she lives in her own world, but she can do her normal work comfortably. She can cook well and do all the routine work daily. The major issue is she cannot understanding what is happening around. She lives in her own world.Plese help and suggest me which treatment I should go to cure this disases.Actyu=ually our whole famliy is under deprssion due to my mother illness.We tried some medicie from psychiast but it was affecting reversely and lots of weakness was coming due to medical doses. | Hello, Your mother is suffering from psychotic disorder. It is a well treatable illness when given proper meds for sufficient time. She should be given newer generation antipsychotics- risperidone or olanzapine, or amisulpride etc. along with sedatives for initial period. These meds have less problematic side effects. She must have been given old antipsychotics which produce many side effects, especially sedation and EPS (movement problems). Without knowing what she is currently on, it is difficult to suggest how to shift on new Chat Doctor. Please ask the doctor to give her new |
Hi, there is a liquid excreting through my gingiva on the left lower portion of my mouth near my wisdom teeth. The liquid is salty and thick it seems to be some sort of discharge. I have to swallow constantly to get the liquid out of my mouth. I would like to know what is wrong with my mouth and what should I do to help it heal. I am 67 years old. Thank you. | DEAR AUNTYTHANKS FOR SEEKING HELP AT ChatDoctorI WOULD LOVE TO BE OF LITTLE HELP TO YOU THINK THE LIQUID WHAT YOU ARE TALKING ABOUT IS PUS COLLECTIONTHERE MUST BE A SOURCE OF INFECTION OR A TOOTH CAVITY FORMED WHICH IS Chat Doctor. YOU MAY HAVE TO VISIT YOUR DENTIST TO GET THE CAVITY FILLED AND YOU MAY HAVE TO DO A ROOT CANAL IF A SINUS HAS FORMED.YOU WILL BE GIVEN ANTIBIOTICS SO THAT THE INFECTION IS UNDER CONTROL.DON'T WORRY AUNTY IT IS A VERY COMMON THING.GOOD LUCK |
Saturday night, while hosting a dinner party, I noticed/felt my index finger on my right hand begin to swell. Fairly quickly. Not wanting to alarm anyone, I left the room, headed to the kitchen, grabbed an ice pack from the freezer, and wrapped it around my finger. I also saw it quickly bruise. Party went on, did the dishes, went to bed, forgot about it. Even when I got up, until I went to use the finger to help open the back door, it did not effect me. But, of boy, it was about 1.5 the size of my other index finger and definitely bruised, mostly on the right side, but also the underside. Fast forward to Tuesday night, still swollen, still bruised. Called doctor and have an appointment on Thursday, but wanted to see what your thoughts were? Obviously, I can still type well. Thank you. Lynn | HI and thank you for asking us on Chat Doctor! I understand your concerns. You may have hit or prickled your finger, and it may be infected. Do you remember anything like that? Another cause may be invasion of germs in any little open wound, skin damage, or under the nails. The nip of nails can cause infection sometimes. Some allergic thing may have been in contact with your finger and may have caused \"contact dermatitis\". Anyway to find out the real because you have to see the doctor and take the right cure. Take care and best wishes! Chat Doctor. |
Have a broken tooth and is causing a lot of pain, because I am on coumadine for cardiac reason I have to be off of it for 4 days before they will remove tooth, what is the best thing to take for the pain? to get me thru till they can pull it 4 days from now. I am a wimp and have zero pain tolorence. | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The pain in the broken tooth can be because of the infection in the rot tip or movement of the fractured tooth fragment while chewing. Since you are cardiac patient, and you are on blood thinner Chat Doctor. If I am your treating doctor, I would have suggested you to get a complete blood investigation like BT, CT, PT, including INR. If the INR is normal then you can get the tooth removed without stopping the Coumadin. Meanwhile, you can take a course of antibiotics like amoxicillin 500\u00a0mg and metronidazole 400\u00a0mg TID for 5 days (if you are not allergic) and analgesics like paracetamol for the pain. I hope my answer will help you, take care. |
Why do I cough after eating? Once in a while I cough so hard that I cough up what I ve just eaten. I don t cough a lot, and I don t cough while I m eating, it s just mostly after eating. Also I notice I cannot eat something and lay down as I ll belch and some of it comes up in the back of my throat.... | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your Situation and problem. In my opinion you are having HERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Cough is also seen in HERD, especially during eating. 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 belching and food coming in throat. So try to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief in HERD.1. Avoid hot and spicy food.2. Avoid stress and anxiety.3. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals.4. Take proton pump inhibitor.5. Go for walk after meals.6. Keep 2-3 pillows under head in bed to prevent acid reflux.7. Lose weight if you are obese.8. Quit smoking and alcohol if you have these habits. |
I have been extremely dizzy all day - if I move my head quickly I have some blurred vision. My blood pressure this morning was 100/60. I take meds for high blood pressure. My doctor is off today should I try to get in touch with her or go to hospital. | Dear-thanks for using our service, I will try to help you in your medical concern.First, your blood pressure is in the low range, so any change in position or movement of the head can make you dizzy and produce the blurred vision. Most likely, you need to have changes in your blood pressure medications in order to get better control. Other possibility of dizziness is a laryngitis which is an inflammation in the inner ear which controls equilibrium, but this is less likely. Benign positional vertigo is another cause of dizziness when moves the head hope that my advice will be helpful. Chat Doctor. |
My husband lost 2 thirds of blood. .Went to hospital and hey did a bone marrow test and 4 days later they still have no clue what is going on. He needs chemo but they can t start it until they know the true cause... Leukemia. However, they don t know what kind and the treatment for it. Help! | Hello, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I understand your health concern, if I am your doctor. I suggest you that Until you diagnose your husbands' disease it is necessary to give a blood to them. I advise a blood pint to your husband otherwise the condition will be very lethal. I will be happy to answer all your future concern. Thank you, ChatDoctorInfectious disease specialist. Wish you the best health at Chat Doctor. |
If diastolic Blood preasure is below 60 , wouldnt 54 impair circulation of blood flow to the brain & cells in your body? 86 yrs concerned w/ low diastolic preasure & memory health. I guard my memory & try to protect it w/diet & games. So far so good. | Dear Thanks for your query. As circulation in brain is maintained through certain reflex mechanisms, only moderate to severe degree of sudden change in blood pressure can effect the flow to brain. The brain adjusts the flow for its needs depending upon your long term average pressure, mostly irrespective of absolute values. Hence, 54 or 60 mmHg diastolic BP will not impair circulation if it is so for many months. SincerelySukhvinder |
Have pain/discomfort under right rib cage for several days pain has also spread to left have had a scan (no gallstones found) recently went through a 2 week eradication treatment for h pylori ( subsequent breath test proved negative) wondered if pain and nausea related to this treatment or some other problem with my gall blader | Hello! Thank you for the query. Such pain can also appear with stones present in bile ducts, pancreas inflammation, peptic ulcers. Nausea can be caused by antibiotics prescribed for H. Pylori. Moreover, in this area there is a transverse colon located and sometimes such symptoms can appear due to some lesions in this area. Sometimes urinary tract infection or stones can also love such symptoms. I suggest you to have some more tests. Blood work, liver tests (AST, ALT,GTP, AP), amylase, lipase, urine amylase, urinalysis, FOOT (fecal occult blood test) if you are below 50, or colonoscopy if you are above 50; upper GI endoscopy. Hope this will help. Regards. |
Dear Doctor, My wife has had a real bumpy ride the past few weeks. OUr daughter contracted human parvovirus (5th disease) and it faded with no complications- but then my wife contracted it-- unusual in an adult. she developed the skin rash and then her ankles and lower legs swelled up-- all consistent with adult contraction of parvovirus. But, after 10 days or so, she suddenly began vomiting and became very nauseous-- couldnt hardly eat and had a splitting headache. After getting some gastrointestinal drugs from ER (I was scared!) these too faded. We took her to the doctor-- who had taken blood the week previous in relation to the parvovirus and discovered her white blood cells had crashed to 2 (?) when they should be between 3.5 and 5.0. Also, she seemed to have anemia as well. New blood tests were ordered this past week and her white blood cells were normal-- but she came back positive with mycoplasma pneumococcus-- and an X-ray noted pneumonia. The blood test also revealed her ALT was elevated. Now, she seems to be getting over the pneumonia-- and is eating-- but she still has swelling in her left calf and ankles. Could this all stem from the parvovirus? Could it all stem from the mycoplasma pneumococcus? She was fine a few weeks ago- before the parovirus came in-- but she has been working too hard and has probably exhausted herself. She has a doctors visit in a few days-- but Im scared and want her to go earlier. What do you think?Thanks | Adults can get 5th disease, and it can cause a generalized arthritis that may last weeks. It does not cause Cytoplasm or pneumococcus, which are particular types of bacteria that can cause pneumonia. However, the initial viral infection plus the overworking and exhaustion could easily have depleted her immune system so that she became more susceptible to infections with these other microbes. The Chat Doctor. The elevations in ALT could be related to an inflammatory process in general which is occurring with all these infections. I suspect the swelling may be related to the arbovirus, which can cause, as I said, an inflammatory/arthritic process, which may take some time to resolve. If she is getting worse, then I would want to see her earlier, but if she is remaining stable or showing a little improvement, then she can wait for her regular doctor visit. It is going to take a while until she gets back to normal. Hope this helps. |
i am 21 years old and i play football regularly and that causes pimples . if i stop playing , my skin starts becomming clear gradually. my skin type is combination , i dont know which face wash to use. i am using garnier oil clear facewash which dries up my jaw line. i want you to recommend me a good face wash. can you please help me ? | I hope you have not been picking up on any of the lesions as that will lead to deep scars and pigmentation. First of all creams that you can apply. You need to follow a routine of cleansing, sunscreen, creams daily. Cleanse your face with detail cleansing lotion for acne prone skin thrice daily or Neutrogena deep pore cleanser is also good. Using a face wash with salicylic acid also helps in reducing acne. Sunscreen needs to be used daily, Neutrogena would be a good choice. Creams would be |
My 17 year old son has chest pain and his heart beats very fast it has been going off and on for years.he has been the er,doctors have been doing test but ever test they have done comes back normal and it just gas but non of the gas pills are work.please help | Such young age it's not gas the problem. If stomach is at fault an upper GI endoscopy would be good as hiatus hernia a with reflux may present similarly If the symptoms occurs every day and holder monitoring during the episode is normal, nit to worry about heart. However, if we don't have an ECG tracing during episode, an event recorder would be ideal. Also, anxiety may cause increased perception of normal heart beats, I suggest you to help him tone the anxiety part by reassuring. Hoping I could help. Any further assistance you may contact me through Chat Doctor via Http |
hey doctor i woke up 1 morning and felt as if i am chocking and i couldnt take deep breath and then my heart started beating faster than ever...and now i am very weak i have pain in my right arm and i get very tired and feel sleepy all the time..my head is heavy all the time and i dont feel like doing anything..apart from that i am having awful trapped gas inside me and i hear bubbling sound under my left breast please help me doctor its been 2months and still i am in a bad position..my doctor told me that i am going throught bad anxiety which is out of control..and yes i forgot to mention that i am also having pain in my neck and shoulders and also in my back.. | Hello, I passed carefully through your question and would explain that your symptoms could be related to gastroesophageal reflux. For this reason, I recommend performing fibrogastroscopy. Anxiety may be playing an important role in all this clinical scenario. For this reason, I recommend try to focus on your anxiety. Yoga, meditation and regular physical activity can help in this regard. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
yes I had molar extraction yesterday near wisdom tooth. given Marcaine. told dentist I was allergic to carbocaine. now, I am numb still after 35 hours? on my chin, BIG TIME and lower lip NUMB. can this be a side effect or I am reading about lingular damages? | Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query numbness in teeth and gums after molar extraction can be because of the nerve injury either while giving injection i.e. anesthesia or while removing the tooth. Nothing to be panicked about. I would suggest you to consult an oral physician and get it examined. Meanwhile you can take a nerve regenerating Chat Doctor. Be careful about the areas which are numb particularly when you consume hot food. It will take few weeks to recover. Maintain oral hygiene. |
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